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Farewell ZoeZoe Feast puts her carving knife away and retires from Blenheim New World delicatessen after 23 years.

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Renwick baby Mason Brosnan-Stevenson , pic ture d with two-year-old brother Levi, was Marlborough’s first baby born for 2012.

New Year babyStory and photo by Celeste Lodewyk

Ten day old baby boy Mason Brosnan-Stevenson is too young to understand the importance of his birth date, but for parents Sta-cey Stevenson and Luke Brosnan it will be a day that will never be forgotten.

Mason was Marlborough’s first baby born for 2012, and despite being scheduled for a caesarean on January 2, he made his en-trance ‘naturally’ on New Year’s Day.

“If I hadn’t had him by January 1, I was supposed to phone to ar-range a caesarean for the next day, but he obviously had other ideas.

“My first son was an emergency caesarean and I was told Mason would be delivered the same way as well, so it was a surprise when my waters broke,” Stacey laughed.

Mason’s actual due date was December 27, 2011 but instead he made his entrance at 1:58am, New Year’s Day at the weight of 8lb 2oz.

A little brother for Levi and Sol, Mason is adored by the whole family and receives plenty of hugs from his protective brothers.

For Stacey and Luke, Mason’s unique title as Marlborough’s first 2012 baby is ‘neat’, but no more special than being their precious baby boy.

“When we were told he was the first New Year baby we thought wow, that’s pretty cool but at the end of the day he is our beautiful boy and we were so excited when he arrived,” Stacey says.

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New ambitionBlenheim teenager Delacy Walsh is hoping dance will take him to university.

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Hot to trotLocal trainer and horse owner Mike O’Brien looks forward to a ‘good race season ahead’.

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Balloon tragedySaturday’s hot air balloon crash near

Carterton which left 11 people dead, has been described as a national tragedy.

Five couples from the Wellington region as well as the pilot were killed when the hot air balloon became entangled in powerlines causing the basket to burst into flames before crashing into the ground.

rena rips apartThe cargo ship Rena which got stuck on a

reef three months ago has finally succumbed to the sea and broken in two at the weekend.

Containers have been reported to have been washing up on Matakan and Waihi Beaches and while officials have warned against the threat of thefts, containers are being removed as quickly as possible.

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Blenheim’s hopes of regaining its crown as the sunniest place in New Zealand have once again been cruelly snatched by our over-the-hill rival Nelson.

Current to December 19, Blenheim firmly held onto its hope for a win as it sat in third place behind Whakatane. But as local residents waited with baited breaths for the final count, it was disappointment again as Blenheim fell to fourth place.

Nelson raked up 2487 sunshine hours, followed by Tekapo on 2463, Whakatane on 2380, Blenheim on 2342 and Gisborne on 2216.

The title could not have come at a better time for the Nelson region however, fol-lowing the recent flooding which affected parts of the region.

Marlborough, in hand with Destination Marlborough can stop and take a bow following a favour-able review made by visiting USA Today travel writer Jayne Clark published on December 30.

Marlborough’s profile as a visitor destination received a well earned boost in North America af-ter the region hosted 108 delegates who were attending the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) annual convention in Wellington during November last year.

Delegates were treated to tours of the Marlborough and Nelson regions to sample the many exciting features on offer.

Tours hosted by Destination Marlborough included; On the water, on the vine and on the plate, Marine Wildlife and Motuara Island, New World Winemaking, Swimming with Dolphins and Regional Highlights.

The experience was written about favourably by Jayne, par-ticularly Lochmara Lodge in the Queen Charlotte Sound.

She wrote: “Lochmara Lodge, this secluded spot makes the perfect getaway retreat… and is memorable for its spectacular setting and attentive owners.”

Delegates included contributors to publications such as National Geographic, LA Times, USA

Today, San Francisco Chronicle and Insight Guides.Destination Marlborough general manager Tracy

Johnston was thrilled with the response and proud to have hosted the delegates.

“This was an invaluable opportunity for Marlborough and we have had incredible support from local tourism businesses who pulled together to ensure we create memo-rable experiences for these influential travellers,” she says.

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the nod of approval to the major-ity of Marlborough residents who remained in the region over the Christmas and New Year period.

Police Sergeant Tony Yardley told The Sun the holiday period had been no different to others and while the number of arrests was down by 18 on last holidays, there was still a ‘small minority’ that continued to display drunken behaviour.

“Incidences of family violence and other offences have still oc-

curred but without a noticeable increase.

“Ninety-nine percent of the public were well behaved but there was a small minority that we had an issue with.

“Most of this is put down to the levels of intoxication, disorderly and violent behaviour which oc-curred when most Marlborough people are sound asleep in bed,” Sergeant Yardley said.

Blenheim’s culture of ‘preload-ing’ only adds to the workload for Police who have to deal with people congregating in the central

business district after licensed premises close, he said.

“This is when the trouble ap-pears, after premises close at 3:30am.”

Leading up to New Year’s Eve Blenheim Police spent time walking about local businesses targeting shoplifters and made their presence known in licensed premises.

New Year’s Eve was busy for Blenheim Police with 23 arrests made in both Picton and Blenheim, though the majority was from Blenheim, Sergeant Yardley said.

Arrests down but small minority continue to keep Police busy

By Annabelle LatzLife in Blenheim has been about

radio, music, sheep, chickens, goats and fish.

The new life in Darwin for More FM’s DJ Jamie Liddicoat and his family will take a slightly differ-ent slant, when they skip across the ditch this weekend.

Jamie’s life will still be about conversation and communica-tion, but in the expertise of home lending, rather than as a morning radio host.

The guitar will come too, but the farm animals will stay behind.

Jamie is taking on a career move, and joining up with ANZ in Dar-win, as a home lending manager.

He admitted that hard days over there may have him wishing he was back at the More FM desk in Blenheim.

But life is about working through challenges.

“You learn and grow when you have challenges, you need them to push yourself,” he said.

It was over a beer at a friend’s birthday when the suggestion came that Jamie and his wife Ange Coles make the move.

“We first of all thought it would be great, but too hard because we have four kids. Then we thought that was not an excuse not to go,” said Ange.

Lack of passports is not even an

excuse now, as their four children Talia, 10, Maizee, 4, and twins Oliver and Couper, 3, proudly dis-played their new documents, and can’t wait to get the first stamp.

Ange, a singer-songwriter who also teaches vocals and guitar, admitted a big move like this, with four children would not be easy, but would all be worth it.

A family life that Ange describes as ‘tag teaming,’ would soon be a thing of the past.

“It will be a novelty to both be at home in the mornings and evenings, a bit of normality!” said Ange.

Jamie’s work day has started at 5am since he began his radio career in Blenheim in 2003, and Ange has spent many hours spread over daytime, evenings and weekends with her teaching and performing.

Darwin will be a brand new place for the whole family, and Jamie said it was great they will have the same experience together.

“It’s an adventure, that is the key word,” said Jamie.

Ange admitted she is nervous about the heat, with temperature reaching high thirties frequently, not to mention heavy rain and cyclones.

But once they have a house and school for the children sorted,

things will fall into place.“The first couple of weeks may

be hard, but we will get into it!” said Ange.

Jamie moved here in 2003, and Ange and Jamie met in 2006 when Ange was interviewed on More FM after she won South Island Entertainer of the Year.

Jamie has loved his time at More FM.

“I will miss broadcasting, it’s a passion. But I’ve been in the same job for 12 years now and it’s good to try new opportunities,” he said.

Ange has been in Blenheim for 18 years, and says they will more than likely be back in a short few years, but it’s important to keep an open mind.

“We really love Blenheim, it’s not why we are leaving. We are very happy here and that’s a big drawcard to come back,” she said.

Talia is going to join a swim-ming group when she gets to Darwin, and would love to do some horse riding too.

Wearing a school uniform will be a new experience for the year 6 Rapaura School pupil, which she is looking forward to.

“I’m excited about a new school,” she said.

The family has not put a return date on their adventure yet, but Blenheim is still called home.

Jamie Liddicoat leaves the More FM desk this week, and heads to Darwin with his wife Ange Coles, and children Maizee, 4, Talia, 10, Couper, 3, and Oliver, 3.

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By Celeste LodewykAfter slicing meat, placing

orders and featuring as one of many friendly faces in the delicatessen, Blenheim woman Zoe Feast has retired after 23 years working for Blenheim New World Supermarket.

Zoe was fa rewel led by Blenheim New World staff last Friday as they celebrated her his-tory with the supermarket, and thanked her for her contribution.

Looking back, Zoe can clearly picture her first day working for the supermarket when it was first opened in the Centrepoint Mall by Annie and Dick Hubert.

Her role has always been with the delicatessen where Zoe says she has met many ‘interesting’ characters.

“A lot of people came and went, especially the young ones who came to work during their school breaks, so we were constantly meeting new people.

“It would have been good to write a book about the different characters I have met,” Zoe laughs.

Originally from Christchurch, Zoe relo-cated to Blenheim with her husband and family 26 years ago. After three years Zoe began full time work with Blenheim New World where she was in charge of slicing

the meats and placing meat orders.During the past 23 years, Zoe has enjoyed

forming friendships amongst the staff and says it will be the people she will miss the most when she retires to Motueka next week.

“I will be taking with me fond memo-

ries of being in Blenheim and the many wonderful people who I have worked with throughout the years.

“There have been plenty of laughs but most of all the support and caring shown by the owners and staff has been wonderful, so thankyou,” she says.

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Retired from work but not from life

RETIRED: Blenheim New World owner and operator Mark Elkington presents Zoe Feast with a bunch of flowers in celebration of her 23 year long service to the supermarket. Watching on are delicatessen staff (from left) Jess Aitken, Dani Mulholland, Margaret Barton, Lynette Scott, Audrey Rice, Ashleigh Brownlee and Ruth Wilson. Photo by Les Whiteside

Winery Tour giveaway winnerAfter receiving more than 60 entries for the

Sun’s Winery Tour ticket giveaway, the double pass was won by Carl Summerton of Blenheim.

The giveaway required entrants to state who they were looking forward to seeing most, and for Carl it was Gin Wigmore.

Carl wrote: “I am really looking forward to seeing Gin Wigmore as she is so refreshing to listen to and is an outstanding young lady. My wife and I are in our early 70’s and we look forward to seeing this talented performer at the 2012 Classic Hits Winery Tour in Blenheim.”

Congratulations Carl.Gin Wigmore will headline the tour along with

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In its sixth year, the Tour has become a high-light for Marlborough and will kick off at Villa Maria Estate on Thursday, February 23.

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The executive director of the Indevin Group, Richard Olliver, has been appointed an independent director of MDC Holdings Ltd, the Marlborough District Council’s commercial arm.

He replaces Joe Wallace, the current chairman of the holding company, whose term has ended.

Mayor Alistair Sowman says Mr Wallace has given exceptional service to MDC Holdings over nine years.

“We are fortunate to have secured a high-calibre applicant with excel-lent credentials to fill the vacancy,” said Mr Sowman.

Mr Olliver’s extensive business experience, his financial acumen and the depth of his experience both in New Zealand and interna-tionally made him an outstanding candidate for the role, Mr Sowman said.

Mr Olliver, a former Marlborough Boys’ College student, has worked for Macquarie Bank Ltd, Carter Holt Harvey and Price Waterhouse Coopers. As well as his role at Indevin, he is a director for Marlborough-based Rangitane Holdings Ltd.

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By Annabelle LatzHooves will pound and

harnesses will jingle this weekend at the annual sum-mer trots in Blenheim.

The Interislander Summer Festival Marlborough Trots is always a popular weekend for people on both sides of the racing track.

The fields will be full, and enthusiastic punters will complete the recipe for a good weekend of summer festivities.

But local trainer and horse owner Mike O’Brien admits the chips have been down on the punting for the last couple of years.

This is not a reflection on the sport of trotting, but on the horse industry and wider global economic trends as a whole.

“Nobody’s got any money, it’s the same for everyone,” he said.

Despite the difficulties, O’Brien was thrilled with his performance last week-end in Nelson, when he came home with two wins, a second placing and a third placing.

His winners were Little

Black Dress and Festive Jewel. He has not quite reached

half way through his season, so is on track for what he describes as a ‘good season.’

“We’ve had eight or nine wins so far, and a good season is winning 15 races,” he said.

The race meet at Nelson had large numbers for its fields at last weekend’s meet, which O’Brien said bucked the trend of the last three or four years.

“Even with the bad weather there were good numbers, they just came out the wood-work,” he said.

He said betting was also up, which is the best ba-rometer for how the horse economy is going.

O’Brien hopes spectator numbers will reflect the healthy entry numbers lin-ing up for Blenheim this weekend.

“We have high profile trainers that come over,” he said.

The $40,000 Pelorus Clas-sic for four year-olds this Sunday is a race O’Brien has his sights on, with his gelding Veitchy, entered.

O’Brien hot to trotTwo winners on second day at Nelson - racing to be much harder at Waterlea

“This is his first time against the big boys,” he said.

He will run four horses each day this weekend, both on the Friday for the Marlborough Twilight Trots, and on the Sunday.

He loves race season, which goes from October until April, where he travels all over the country.

“By April it’s nice to have a break from the road, but two months later you can’t wait for the season to start again,” he said.

Entry to Waterlea Racecourse will be free for everyone on Friday for the twilight meet, and $5 for adults on Sunday for the Summer Festival, with under-18’s free.

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local trainer Mike o’Brien, pictured with midas bromac, galloping pacemaker for Veitchy, is thrilled with his recent performances in Nelson and is looking forward to a good racing season.

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This change of attitude and rekindled passion for life has come from a chance meeting with a local dance teacher who set out to re-inspire De-lacy and encourage him to strive for greatness.

That dance teacher is Picton man and father of two Stayz Raukawa, Star Dance Academy director and founder.

Stayz first met Delacy when appearing as a guest speaker at Bohally Intermediate School. There Stayz talked with the students about his own experiences as a troubled youth and how dance had helped to channel his talent to become a successful businessman and positive role model for aspiring dancers.

“When I met Delacy his school grades were lacking and his teachers and the principal at the time felt he needed something positive in his life.

“When he began with Star Dance he almost instantly stood out as being someone with untold raw talent.

“From my perspective I have seen too much raw talent in young maori youth that hasn’t been nurtured and channeled in the right direction, and it’s sad when you see someone go off the rails when they had so much potential within them.

“With Delacy I was determined it would be different for him and I have taken him under my wing to mentor him and push him to be the best he can be, we are aiming for the fairytale ending,” Stayz says.

Delacy is part of Star Dance’s Momentum Youth group which Stayz personally mentors.

According to Delacy the mentoring from Stayz has proven invaluable, and having someone believe in you is a great morale boost.

“Stayz has helped me to achieve my goals and it means a lot to have him behind me pushing me the whole way.

“Because of the help and support I get from Stayz, I believe I can get to university and study art and dance and eventually make a career of it. Then with everything I have been taught I

want to mentor others who have had a similar background to me,” Delacy says.

This dream is not out of reach for Delacy, or any other maori youth who may have begun with a troubled childhood, points out Stayz.

“One of my past students who is now 19-years of age has been accepted into Black Grace, NZ’s leading contemporary dance company.

“He has a background similar to Delacy but is now a paid professional dancer and is about to embark on a four month tour of Europe, so I believe there is the same potential for greatness in Delacy,” he says.

Already Delacy has shown incredible talent and passion for hip hop, salsa, break dance and is constantly learning more styles of dance.

His talent has been recognised in many com-petitions including the inaugural 2011’s Super Star Solo Competition which saw Delacy win first place out of 28 very talented dancers.

Delacy is currently in training for the 2012 Australian Salsa Solos Competition which sees him spending five hours per week training with Stayz at the Grovetown Star Dance Studio.

His training is a com-bination of salsa, hip hop, breaking and many other dance styles which Stayz says helps to give

each dancer “many strings to their bows”.

If you would like to fol-low Delacy’s progress in Brisbane and view some of the live performances of fellow Star Dance students, visit Face-book and search for Star Dance Academy SDA3.

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Blenheim teenager Delacy Walsh spent much of his younger years mucking about with no clear interest in schooling or an ambition to work toward tertiary education.Today at age 13-years he is showing leadership skills, focuses more on his school work and now aspires to finish secondary school and progress to university, as Celeste Lodewyk discovers.

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Q: What would you like to see happen in 2012?

readers have their say...Sun

Liz March Blenheim

Peace in the world, everyone to be happy and to keep in good health.

Emma Pender Blenheim

I would like to become more healthy and start living a more natural lifestyle.

Susheel Dutt Blenheim

There are a lot of people in NZ who need help. It’s not hard to do nationally. We all need to step up.

Robin Caughy-GardinerBlenheim

To love my family, friends and neighbours more, more and yet still more.

Mavis Mackenzie Blenheim

I would like to see the world changed. I’d like the governments to do things differently.

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I would like to have glasses at Brews, Blues and BBQ’s! I would like the local crowd brewers to be there too.

Dear Ed,Further to Christmas Shopper’s

letter (28th Dec), she should shop at Mitre 10 in Blenheim (no perfume stand), as the staff there are very friendly and most helpful; nothing is any trouble to them. They go out of their way to help customers.

Another very customer friendly

shop is the Butcher and Bakery in Renwick.

We all like to be treated as valuable and friendly customers wherever we shop.

I hope Christmas Shopper won’t judge all shops badly after her depart-ment store incident.

Kath Fishburn

Customer service

Dear Ed,The rubbish left by teenagers wander-

ing the streets at night is disgusting. The other day teenagers were parked

by the Grove Road bridge tossing Mc-Donald’s packets out the car window as they scoffed junk food.

I saw beer cans lying just five metres from a rubbish receptacle - others too.

The young folk can make a resolution

for 2012: “I promise not to litter.”The Marlborough District Council

can resolve for 2012 to reinstate rub-bish receptacles where they have taken them out e.g. Horton Park.

It can resolve to put bins where needed, e.g. Diversion parking area plus others - if it cares about a tidy Blenheim.

Tidy Kiwi

Two New Year resolutions

Dear Ed,I feel compelled to respond to your

letter by ‘Christmas shopper’ about his negative shopping experience in a department store.

Yes, I agree that customer service is the most important aspect of every business.

I do think though that the lack of customer service in this instance should be directed at the manage-ment.

These staff members work many extended hours, have more than triple

their normal trade with less and less staff. Unfortunately, these current economic times makes things so much harder.

Christmas for many of them is all about getting babysitters, seeing less of their spouses, working twelve hour days, getting exhausted and then only having one day off to celebrate the main event.

Perhaps if ‘Christmas Shopper’ had the Christmas spirit, he/she could have passed it on.

Pauline Redfern (Sounds Girl)

Dear Ed,I think “Christmas shopper’ has

hit the nail right on the head. And I’ll bet they’re not alone in

their shopping experience either.Retailers - take note: When I walk

into your shop to ask for something, I expect to get the service that I am promised in the advertising I see.

If my letterbox is going to be bombarded with flyer after flyer after mailer after pamphlet, when I get inside your store, I expect good service, and some basic product knowledge.

All the money you’ve spent trying to get my attention with fancy ads is completely wasted if you treat me with indifference.

You’ve interrupted my life to try and sell me something, then you have the audacity to ignore me when I turn up?

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I would have thought that the expense of putting up a Christmas Tree in town would be miniscule compared to what the people at Marlborough Lines seem to want to spend on themselves.

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Wading through thousands of baby names is an important task for expecting parents.

Sometimes inspiration can come from television, the internet or other children with a name you take a shine to.

Wherever you found your baby name, here are the top 20 most popular male and female baby names chosen by New Zealand parents during 2011.

Male:Liam has proved to be most

popular for the second year in a row, followed by Joshua which rose from sixth place in 2010 to second place.

Oliver also sits comfortably in the third place position it has dominated since 2010, while Lu-cas makes a dramatic comeback by rising from tenth position to fourth.

William remains in fifth place

where it has stayed since 2010.The remaining 15 follow in

order:Noah, Samuel, James, Benja-

min, Jack, Jacob, Ryan, Cooper, Hunter, Mason, Ethan, Daniel, Max, Thomas and Lachlan.

Female: Ruby has gained in popularity

since 2010, rising from third place to take out the top spot for most popular female names.

Olivia remains in second place followed by Sophie which fell from first place in 2010 to third place.

Isabella also rose one spot to sit in fourth place while Charlotte fell one spot to take out fifth place.

The remaining 15 follow in order:

Grace, Ella, Lily, Emily, Ame-lia, Chloe, Ava, Isla, Emma, Sophia, Zoe, Lucy, Mia, Paige and Madison.

Top 20 baby names for 2011

inbriefroad toll

The top of the South Island boast-ed some of the least fatal roads in New Zealand last year.

The latest official road toll, cur-rent to December 19, showed the Marlborough and Nelson road toll being down 67% compared to 2010.

As of December 30, New Zea-land’s road toll was 280, the lowest level since 1952.

For the road toll to lower continu-ally, AA Motoring Affairs Manager Mike Noon said a combination of better driver behaviour, improved road and roadside quality and increased safety of the vehicles.

Big law and policy changes includ-ing a zero alcohol limit for drivers under 20, the learner licence age being raised to 16, and the Ghost Chips ad phenomenon have also been big contributing factors.

“There will be multiple factors involved in this year’s dramatic im-provement but we need to establish a picture of what they are to ensure the downward trend continues,” said Mr Noon.

Local police are reminding drivers to always drive to the conditions, and not drive if you have been drinking or are tired.

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Correction: In last weeks Sun we ran a story “Blenheim’s new Pak ‘n Save” is expected to begin construction in April next year. It should have said April 2012.

By Annabelle LatzThe missing kayak could still turn up.That is the wish of Marlborough Scout

leader Bruce Petrie. He is still in disbelief about the two

kayaks, one yellow and one red, that were stolen from the Scout family picnic at Pelorus Bridge on December 27, practically from under his nose.

Last week the yellow kayak was found floating in water 30km from the picnic area.

It was spotted near the entrance of Hikapu Reach of Paradise Bay, close to Kenepuru Sound, and tied up to the moor-ing at Havelock.

The red kayak was last seen on December 27 in the same area, by Sandfords Mussel Processing Area.

“It is out there somewhere,” said Bruce.Now that one kayak has been found, he

is hopeful the public will pull together and look out for the red one.

Otherwise, it will cost the club $1000 to replace it.

“It has added a lot of stress, we need to sharpen up for sure,” said Bruce.

He said the family picnic day had been a huge success, with people of all ages enjoying the beach, rock jumping, swim-ming and kayaking at Pelorus Bridge.

The two youths who reportedly took the kayaks were believed to be on holiday in the Marlborough Sounds, visiting from the North Island.

They were at Pelorus Bridge and also using the kayaks, which Bruce was happy about, until they started to paddle out of sight.

“I saw them go upstream under the bridge, then they were gone, just like that,” he said.

Bruce admitted that at next year’s picnic there will be more stringent rules around use of the kayaks and where people can paddle.

Please contact Bruce Petrie, 577 5331, for any information of the whereabouts of the red kayak.

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above: Bruce Petrie’s missing red kayak, which he is still hoping will be found or returned.

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Day begins with assaultSaturday began with an assault on

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As a result the victim required hos-pital treatment, and the two males will appear before the Blenheim Court on January 16.

Shortly after at 12:50am a 33-year-old male painter was arrested for breaching his bail conditions.

Two hours later a 23-year-old male gib fixer was arrest-ed for disorderly behaviour.

Later that morning a 22-year-old unemployed male was arrested for breaching his bail conditions (curfew), which was followed by another bail condition breach at 4:10pm by a 40-year-old unemployed male.

Saturday ended on a low note with two arrests at 10:50pm.

An 18-year-old male labourer was arrested for possession of cannabis and a 17-year-old female student for wilful damage after she allegedly broke a window at a Riversdale address.

Crash dampens Sunday

Sunday began with the arrest of a 31-year-old unemployed male for

breaching his community deten-tion which was later followed by the arrest of a 17-year-old male student for a historic theft.

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By Annabelle LatzA 36 year-old unemployed male was

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An hour earlier, his 14 year-old unemployed son was arrested for manufacturing cannabis oil, supply-ing cannabis, possession of cannabis utensils and wilful damage.

Police executed a search warrant at the Muller Road address for an unre-lated matter, and subsequently came across the cannabis-related activity.

Blenheim Police Constable Michelle Stagg said the possession of a Class B drug is always taken very seriously, and Child Youth and Family will also be informed of the incident.

“It’s certainly not the norm to have a father and son situation like this, thank goodness,” she said.

The father and son have both been released on strict bail at separate locations, and await their court appearances on January 16 and January 24.

Like father, like son

The year 2011 ended tragi-cally for the two families of Gary Benseman, 22 and Brian Cooper, 23 who were killed in a vehicle accident on Old Renwick Road, Blenheim on December 31, 2011.

At about 12:55am the Nissan Silvia belonging to Mr Benseman crashed into a power pole near

Jacksons Road.As a result of the crash the

vehicle burst into flames and both occupants died at the scene.

Police and Fire services attended the scene in what has been de-scribed as horrific and devastating for the families and friends of the victims.

Police have confirmed the ac-cident was a result of speed and that Mr Benseman’s vehicle was travelling alongside another before it lost control and crashed.

Mr Benseman and Mr Cooper’s deaths were part of a holiday toll which reached 18 between December 23 and January 4, 2012.

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Renwick gathering.

Mum, Becky Hayston with daughter Sienna, enjoy a ride on the train with

train driver Peter Chronican at the Picton foreshore on Saturday.

Jenny Fyfe and Anne Goodyer share a coffee in town. Lilli, Elizabeth and Ruby out shopping in the holidays.

Neil Hunt and Lydia take a break from shopping on Monday.

Jade King busking in central Blenheim on Monday.

Hey look at me! Sienna Hayston enjoying a ride

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neWMan: Dave & Lynley are thrilled to announce the arrival of Pippa Marie (7lb 10oz) on January 3rd at 8:17pm. A little sister for Felicity and Harvey. A big thanks to Gwen, Sue, Tina and all the very helpful staff, at the Maternity ward. Photo provided.

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COULL , Brent Andrew: Passed away at his home, suddenly, on Monday January 9 2012. Aged 39 years. Loving husband of Tashie, loved young-est son of Bob and Gloria, loved brother and brother-in-law of Aaron and Adele, Julia and Karl, and Jason, treasured grandson of Ivan Phillips, adored uncle of Ashleigh, Todd, Willow, and Lucia, loved son-in-law of Jo, Pam and the late Dave Davies. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Havelock Emergency Services would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 26 Havelock 7150 . Messages to P O Box 18 Havelock 7150. A funeral ser-vice for Brent will be held at the Havelock Bowling Club, Neil St Havelock 2 pm Friday January 13 followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

BARKER, Rona Alison: At Wairau Hospital, Blenheim, on January 7 2012. Much loved wife of the late Clarrie, beloved and respected Mum of Alison and Stephen Luke and Anne and Kerry Bell, cherished grandma of John and Talia, Catherine and Justin, Sarah and Jay; Callum, and Gemma. Precious Great Granny of Hope, Conor, Max, Jorja, and Riley. A thoughtful and considerate friend to many during her lifetime. Flowers respectfully declined but do-nations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated and may be left at the service or sent to P O Box 417 Blenheim. Rest in Peace. A service for Rona will be held at the Church of the Nativity, Alfred St Blenheim, at 11.30 am Friday January 13 followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

TAYLOR, William Lindsay (Bill): On January 2 2012, peace-fully, at Redwood Retirement Village. In his 90th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Jean, much loved father of the late Lindsay, treasured friend of Louise Alexander and adored and special grandad of Kelly and Susan. Messages to 19A Muller Rd Blenheim 7201. Special thanks to the staff at Redwood Retirement Village for their out-standing care and love to Bill.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

BUCHANAN, Gary Thomas (‘Tuere’): 8.1.1955 ~ 26.12.2011. Passed away suddenly at Home-bush, Queen Charlotte Sound, surrounded by his whanau. Be-loved son of the late Thomas and Florence Buchanan, cherished husband of Sue, beloved father and father-in-law of Jarrod and PJ, Kowhai and Adam. Precious koro"i" of Grace and Ebony. Beloved brother of Dale, brother in-law of Margaret, Paia, Parua, Alan, Nick, Ray and the late Matty, Clinton and Nancy. Beloved uncle and special friend to many. Mes-sages to 312A Waikawa Road, Waikawa, Picton 7220. No reira, haere atu rã e te Poutokomanawa, e Tuere. Haere atu rã. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

BENSEMAN, Gary Alex-ander: On December 31 2011, tragically taken in an accident at Blenheim. Dearly loved hus-band and best friend of Ligi, much loved son of Nigel Bense-man and Debbie Benseman, loved brother of Philip and Mel, Tim and Hannah, and Sara, un-cle of Mya, loved son-in-law of Derek Harvey and Leila Harvey, loved brother-in-law of Quinten and Anne Miller and best friend of Brian Cooper. Messages to 3 Jones Place Blenheim 7201. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz CROSSWORD By Russell McQuarters

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32. Ocean (3)33. Large Indian tree (3)38. Dreadful (8)40. Very quickly (2,2,4)42. Repeat (7)44. Zeal (7)46. Rise (6)47. Wakens (6)48. Hauls (5)49. Preen (5)50. Chores (5)

ACROSS1. One who studies languagedevelopment (11)7. Saviour (7)11. Plentiful (5)12. Distressing experiences (7)13. Its capital is Katmandu (5)14. Formal interviews(with authority) (9)15. Spacious (9)16. Nearly (6)18. Annual handbook (7)21. Small island (4)23. Foolish chatter (3)25. Short sleep (3)27. Colour (4)28. Injured parties (7)30. Barrel maker (6)32. Look (3)33. Snow runner (3)34. Closer (6)35. Some (7)36. Ballad (4)37. Insect (3)39. Garland (3)41. Whirl (4)43. Ungenerous (7)45. Traps (6)

48. Funds official (9)49. Advocate (9)51. Indication (5)52. Bet takers(coll) (7)53. Presses (5)54. Ornamental staff (7)55. Takes back property (for non- payment) (11)DOWN1. Public square (5)2. Things that hinder progress (11)3. Style of lightly fried egg (4-4)4. Science of vision (6)5. Prayer leaders(in mosques) (5)6. Japanese seafood dish (7)7. Band member (8)8. Parhelion (3,3)9. Hinders (7)10. Punctured (5)16. Frequents (7)17. Inns (7)19. Wood-turning machine (5)20. Giggles (7)22. Angers (7)24. Baked dish (3)26. Maori dance prop (3)29. Makes acquaintance of (5)31. Deed holders (11)32. Ocean (3)

33. Large Indian tree (3)38. Dreadful (8)40. Very quickly (2,2,4)42. Repeat (7)44. Zeal (7)46. Rise (6)47. Wakens (6)48. Hauls (5)49. Preen (5)50. Chores (5)

CROSSWORD By Russell McQuarters

SOLUTIONFor April 27, 2005

ACROSS1. One who studies language developement (11)7. Saviour (7)11. Plentiful (5)12. Distressing experiences (7)13. Its capital is Katmandu (5)14. Formal interviews (with authority) (9)15. Spacious (9)16. Nearly (6)18. Annual handbook (7)21. Small island (4)23. Foolish chatter (3)25. Short sleep (3)27. Colour (4)28. Injured parties (7)30. Barrel maker (6)32. Look (3)33. Snow runner (3)34. Closer (6)35. Some (7)36. Ballad (4)37. Insect (3)39. Garland (3)41. Whirl (4)43. Ungenerous (7)45. Traps (6)48. Funds official (9)

49. Advocate (9)51. Indication (5)52. Bet takers(coll) (7)53. Presses (5)54. Ornamental staff (7)55. Takes back property (for non- payment) (11)

DOWN1. Public square (5)2. Things that hinder progress (11)3. Style of lightly fried egg (4-4)4. Science of vision (6)5. Prayer leaders(in mosques) (5)6. Japanese seafood dish (7)7. Band member (8)8. Parhelion (3,3)9. Hinders (7)10. Punctured (5)16. Frequents (7)17. Inns (7)19. Wood-turning machine (5)20. Giggles (7)22. Angers (7)24. Baked dish (3)26. Maori dance prop (3)29. Makes acquaintance of (5)31. Deed holders (11)

32. Ocean (3)33. Large Indian tree (3)38. Dreadful (8)40. Very quickly (2,2,4)42. Repeat (7)44. Zeal (7)46. Rise (6)47. Wakens (6)48. Hauls (5)49. Preen (5)50. Chores (5)

For January 4, 2012

Historic PlacesHistoric Walk in Renwick 2012,15th January. Starts at the Presbyterian Church,Havelock Street at 2pm. Join historian John Orchard on this two hour walk-ing tour.This is a free activity suitable for families

Secondhand Book Sale 5th/6th February Rock & Mineral Club Brayshaw Park. Donations welcomed. For collection ring 5787918 Joan or leave Sundays at clubrooms.

SF Marlborough (supporting families in mental well being) For information/advocacy/support for families living with mental illness please contact Cheryl or Lyn on 577 5491 or visit us at 4 Scott Street. All Welcome

Sheets ‘n’ Things Good used linen for sale! Open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 12 noon at Bread of Life, 14b Stephenson Street (opp Boys College) Phone: 577-5423.

Sunday MarketWynen St Carpark 9am. Plants, Produce, Fruit, Vegetables, Books, Crafts, Eggs, Jam, Pickles, Woodware, Belts, Badges, much more. Sites $5.

The Blue Door Open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm. Saturday 9.00am - 2pm. Item surplus to your requirements we would gladly accept. We can deliver. Phone 5794353.


death noticesDITTMER, Joan: Joan peacefully slipped away in Blenheim on December 25, 2011, after a short illness. Aged 91 years. Loved wife of the late George, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Diane and Leon Tolley, the late Peter, and Valerie Dittmer, Carol and Wayne Woodmass, Margaret and John Hamilton, Adele and Wayne Parson, Kay and Mike Morgan, and Kevin Dittmer. Dearly loved Nana of her many grandchildren

and great grandchildren. Our precious Christmas Angel who was loved so much by her family. Mes-sages to 27 Mountain View Road, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimers Society Marlborough would be ap-preciated and may be sent to 8 Wither Road, Blenheim 7201. At Joan’s request, a private service has been held.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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Sheffield StreetRiverlands Estate

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Ph 578 9590

LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

• 5 grades of bark• compost & soil conditioner• pungas • peastraw• bricks• cream pebble• white chip• screened topsoil• firewood • coal• trailer hire• wine barrels

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GATES

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ENGINEERING MARLBOROUGH

POWDERCOATING

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SandblastingPowdercoatingGates, Fencing

FurniturePool Fences

6 Nelson St, BlenheimPh/Fax 578 0374

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varnishing, roof spraying, new homes, repaints

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GARAGE DOOR SYSTEMS

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GARAGE DOORS

GENERATORS

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578 1021

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COMPUTER

•Prompt friendly service and support•New & Used computer sales•Computer component sales•Computer upgrades•Internet / Email connections and help•Infusion small business software•Farming & vineyard software•HP & leasing options

Sam RutherfordPh:572 9287, 027 572 9285

Email [email protected]

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ACCESS EQUIPMENT

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TREE CARE

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WINDOW TINTING

AUTOMOTIVE & RESIDENTIAL

WINDOW TINTING

Lloyd Yorke0274 327 949

A/Hrs 578 7889

Controlling:• Heat• Glare• Fade• Privacy• Security

Free Measure & QuoteLocally owned & operated

For all your electrical needs

ELECTRICAL

We service all Commercial Kitchen & Laundry equipment. Local agent for Starline Dishwashers.

Ph: 579 4445www.cmelectrical.co.nz

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DRIVING

All Ages covered!

Michael McCann30 Page Street Blenheim03 578 0213 or 021 786 871

email: [email protected]

Pay for 3 lessons get the 4th Free!

3learners licence3restricted licence

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ADRIENNE'S Beauty Den. For all your beauty treatment. 85 Lakings Road. Ph 578 8862

E A R H e a l t h . Removal of Ear Wax u s i n g m i c r o s c o p e & suction. Ph for an appointment 578 8310 at Physiotherapy Centre, 11 Francis St.

MOLE checks - for a thorough skin check using dermoscopy. Call the Skin Clinic 578 1665.

D E N T U R E S - Advanced Prosthetic Treatment. Premium Den tu res . Na tu ra l looks thanks to digital precision at Blenheim Denture Studio. 71 Alfred Street. Ph 578 4344

decorator

Merv Scott Decorating

Painting?Decorating?Do it right!

Phone Merv 0800 Do it Up

(0800 36 4887)or 021 669 666

• Wallpapering• Waterblasting• Painting and much more

Member of Master Painters Association

accommodation

TE RAWA RESORT Wilson Bay Pelorus

Sound. Restaurant & Bar. Right at the waters edge, accommodation,

Shop, On & Off Licence, petrol on wharf,

LPG & moorings. Private functions & small conferences.

Ph 03 579 8285 www.terawa.co.nz

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WHITE CHIP & white rocks. Ideal for pebble gardens, paths, drive-ways.Phone Thomson 575 6885

Table Linen Hire

A1 Dry Cleaning & Laundry

Phone 579 2550

Why buy, when you can call Mr Rental?

Fitness equipment, Fridges, Washers, Furniture, Gaming and more!

Appliances available from $10 pw. Conditions apply.

Call Mr Rental Nelson 0800 111 313 www.mrrental.co.nz

Marlborough Electric Power Trust

The MARLBOROUGH ELECTRIC POWER TRUST was established by Deed of Trust dated 28 April 1993. The Trustees hold the share capital of MARLBOROUGH LINES LIMITED in trust for the company’s electricity consumers.

The Trust Deed provides for three of the six Trustees to retire on the 1st of April each second year. Nominations are therefore invited from the public. If more than three persons are nominated a postal ballot of all consumers will be held.

Nominees must have a principal residence in the area served by Marlborough Lines Limited and be eligible to hold office under the terms of the Trust Deed, copies of which are available from the Trust Secretary at the office of Blenheim Accounting and Taxation Services Ltd, 36 Maxwell Road, Blenheim.

Nominations must be made on the nomination form available from Blenheim Accounting and a non-refundable fee of $120.00 is required to be forwarded with each nomination. Nominations must be received by the Trust Secretary at Blenheim Accounting by 12.00pm, Tuesday 24th January 2012.

Nominations should be marked “Trust Nominations” and forwarded or delivered to:

The Returning OfficerC/- Blenheim Accounting & Taxation Services Ltd36 Maxwell RoadBLENHEIM

BJ MunroReturning Officer

Call for Nominations


MARLBOROUGH BOYS COLLEGE PTA UNIFORM SHOP - STEPHENSON STREETPrior to the 2012 first term, we will be selling

uniforms as follows:

Transactions may be made by cash, cheque, eftpos or credit card.

Monday 16th to Friday 27th JanuaryMonday, Tuesday & Thursday 4pm - 7pmWednesday & Fridays 12noon - 3pm

Years 9 - 12Charcoal Shorts $43.00Blue Shirts $39.00Socks $10.00Jerseys $93-$106PE Shirts $20.00PE Shorts $39.00Jackets $70.00Caps $10.00Belts $25.00Beanies $12.00

Year 13Tan Shorts $53.00Polo Shirts $41.00Socks $7.00

Dress UniformTrousers $50-$53White Shirts $31.00Ties $29.00Blazers $197.00

We have a very limited selection of second-hand items for sale, and will accept your trade-ins from 30 January 2012. These must be clean, ironed and mended, if trousers and blazers are not dry cleaned we will deduct the price of cleaning - Thank you.

Blenheim Auto Centre

22 Herbert St, Mayfield, Blenheim

Summer PACKAGE PROMO

Ph: 03 579 5748021 027 02312

BAC

* Conditions apply* No booking required* Open Saturday

WOF + Oil Changefrom $99+ GST *

WOF - Car $35

AUTOMOTIVE

Classic Carpet CareBlenheim and Marlborough Wide

•SteamExtractionCarpetCleaning •UpholsteryCleaning •Carpetrepairs&layingofrooms,sleepouts •Floorplansdrawnandquantified •Windowcleaning •Waterblasting

GET YOUR HOME LOOKING GREAT THIS SUMMERREASONABLERATES(Avg3b/rhomesteamcleaned$100-$120)

Ring Stu 027 462 6026 or 579 1377

SPEEDWAYRacing

Wednesday18th January

from 7pmSuper Saloons from around NZ

SUPER SALOONS18th January

from 7pmWEDNESDAY

www.EasternStatesSpeedway.

co.nz

Careworkers RequiredAM / PM Shifts

We are currently seeking experienced Careworkers to join our dedicated team.

For further details: Jenny Dempsey

Ph 577 9990 ext 235

Marlborough Girls’ CollegeUniform Shop

Summer Hours 2012January 16th - 27th Monday 12.00 - 3pm Tues, Wed, Thurs 4pm - 7pm Friday 12.00 - 3pm

Venue: Room K3 (located in Technology Block)Current brochure viewable on the school website:

www.mgc.school.nz

PICTON Equipment Centre. Lawnmowers, chainsaws, brush cut-ters. Sales, service and hire. 7 Devon Street Picton. 573 8150


PICTON Equipment Centre. Lawnmowers, chainsaws, brush cut-ters. Sales, service and hire. 7 Devon Street Picton. 573 8150PICTON Equipment Centre. Lawnmowers, chainsaws, brush cut-ters. Sales, service and hire. 7 Devon Street Picton. 573 8150

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CLOWN FUN! Pom-Pom entertains

with bubbles, balloons and magic. Phone 577 7393

PICTON Equipment Centre

Lawnmowers, chainsaws, brush

cutters. Sales, service and hire. 7 Devon Street

Picton. 573 8150

CLASSIFIEDS ADVERTISING PH 03 577 7868

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In a short space of time the Yealands Wine Group has established as a global itself leader in sustainable wine production.

Inspired to “think boldly, tread lightly and never say it can’t be done”, the Yealands Wine Group has achieved rapid international growth, now

exporting to over 65 countries. As a result of this rapid growth and ongoing development we are looking to recruit the following positions:

• WORKSHOP MECHANIC / SERVICE PERSON

We are looking for a 5th person to join our dedicated team, servicing all machinery and vehicles at our Seaview Vineyard. A trade qualified person

is preferred, but not a necessity, for this permanent position.

• H.T. TRUCK DRIVER / HANDY PERSON

A permanent position located at our Seaview Vineyard in the

Awatere Valley. Applicants need to be mechanically minded and capable of operating a variety of machinery. No trailer work required.

• JUNIOR GROUNDS PERSON

This permanent position will be responsible for maintaining our

Seaview Vineyard and Winery grounds. Suited to an energetic, self-motivated individual.

• EXPERIENCED TRUCK DRIVERS - VINTAGE 2012 We require experienced truck drivers for vintage commencing in April.

Work is shift based, up to 7 days a week and dependent on weather. No trailer work required.

We offer strong remuneration packages in excellent working conditions and provide transport to and from the vineyard.

Applications close on Friday 20th of January and should be sent to: Situations Vacant, Yealands Estate, P.O. Box 545, Blenheim 7240

or via email to: [email protected]

www.yealands.co.nz

www.yealands.co.nz

MARKET MANAGER - USA

In a short space of time the Yealands Wine Group has established itself as a global leader in sustainable wine production.

Inspired to “think boldly, tread lightly and never say it can’t be done”, the Yealands Wine Group has achieved rapid international growth,

now exporting to over 65 countries. As a result of this rapid growth, we are looking to recruit a motivated and experienced Market Manager to develop our USA presence further.

Working alongside our global sales & marketing teams, the successful individual will be responsible for managing importers and developing

new sales channels across the USA.

An exciting role in a vibrant business, requiring a results driven, experienced sales professional, with strong interpersonal skills and

a can do attitude. Whilst the role will preferably be based in the USA, consideration will be given to strong applicants looking to reside in NZ,

but able to spend substantial periods of time in the USA .

An attractive package, including performance based bonuses will be available to the successful applicant.

For a full job specification, please refer to: www.yealands.co.nz

Expressions of interest and CV’s should be emailed to: [email protected]

Applications close 5pm Monday 16th January 2012.


Bethsaida Charitable Trust

RETIREMENT VILLAGE

We require an experienced Healthcare Assistant to join our team.

Humour, caring and proactive thinking is a large part of this position.

Phone 03 578 3341 for an application form.

Additional Healthcare Assistant

Earn while you exercise!Work flexible hours close to home,

Deliver & collect 150-200 catalouges p/w.Car, phone, internet & cheerful smile required.

Keep fit and turn your spare time into CASH! Phone 578 5411 or 021 1625 144 or

apply online

www.homecaredirect.co.nz

SPEEDWAYRacing

Wednesday18th January


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SUPER SALOONS18th January

from 7pmWEDNESDAY


co.nz

RACINGWednesday 18th Jan



co.nz

Are you a qualified automotive refinisher? Are you looking for your next challenge?

If so, we are looking for a person with the following attributes to join our busy Refinishing team:

•High standard of workmanship with attention to detail •A strong ‘Can do – Will do’ attitude •Good written and verbal communication skills with not only staff but clients also •Able to work confidently under pressure during busy periods •An honest, reliable and trustworthy personality with great sense of humor •Clean and tidy appearance

As a preferred repairer to most insurance companies and Marlborough’s longest serving member of the Collision Repairer Association (CRA), we are committed to maintaining a high level of equipment, training and customer service to ensure our tradespeople have the right skills and knowledge to complete the job as quickly, efficiently and accurately as possible.

Automotive RefinisherRequired

If you think you can add to our professional team then, please post your application along with CV to Blenheim Toyota, P O Box 802, Blenheim by 5pm Friday 20 January 2012.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKERSAwhi te tangata

Marlborough DistrictHealthcare of New Zealand is a national organisation, providing community based services that enable people to maintain as much independence as possible.

We are seeking reliable support workers in all areas of Marlborough. This is to assist us supporting people with disabilities/illness/injury to remain in their own home.

Have you got a mature, flexible, caring attitude?

We require staff who are looking for a challenge to work mornings, evenings and weekends.The ability to work school holidays and weekends is essential. Alternate weekends would be acceptable.

Experience is preferable but not essential as full training is available.

Must have reliable transport. Do you

• Enjoy helping other people throughout their lifespan• Have experience in the caring profession • Want to work with a friendly, supportive and dedicated team• Have energy and enthusiasm and a good level of physical fitness• Have NZ residency or full work permit

We can offer• Full Orientation and ongoing training• Excellent support from your Coordinator • The opportunity for a career pathway in Community care• Competitive rates of pay

If this sounds like you, phone Blenheim 03 5779911 and speak to a coordinator or email your CV to

[email protected]

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Wither Hills Farm Park Aerial Weed Control

Programme 2012Aerial spraying for weed control has commenced across the Wither Hills Farm Park and will, subject to weather conditions, continue until completed.

As the main target areas are primarily east of the Withers Stream Catchment, and in areas not generally accessed by public users of the Farm Park, it is not intended to restrict access to the park while spraying is underway.Operations will usually be early morning.Inserted on behalf of Marlborough District Council by:

Property and Land Management Services LtdP O Box 751Blenheim 7240Phone 03 578 1733Fax 03 578 1797 [email protected]

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PICTON Equipment Centre. Lawnmowers, chainsaws, brush cutters. Sales, service and hire. 7 Devon Street Picton. 573 8150

HOUSE FOR PRIVATE

SALE$175,000

Phone 021 502 144Open Home Sunday

11am- 2pm

3/40 Stuart St, 2 bedroom home,

logburner, single garage, garden sheds, walking

distance to Horton park & CBD.

The perfect first home.

house for sale

THREE bedroom with garage. Phone 577 9854 or 021 184 5866.


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Sun sport 19SunThe Wednesday January 11, 2012

>speedwayBy Darrell Bate

The Blenheim Titans may have lost out on securing the New Zealand Stockcar Teams title on Saturday night, but they certainly left a last-ing impression on those they went up against.

The Palmerston North Pumas have managed to retain the title after a thrilling final against Wanganui’s Vulcans on Saturday night, with Blenheims Eastern States Titans securing a respectable fourth place overall.

Up against previous champions, the Wel-lington Young Guns in round one, there was little time for the Titans to ease into the battle.

Titan team mates Sam Thompson and Brent Goulding retired injured in a first lap incident which saw the pair both requiring medical atten-tion whilst the remaining three team members faced the strong Wellington squad alone.

Hard hitter Ricco Gray began a crusade to bring down the opposition with a spectacular rollover of Josh Kahui followed shortly after by a dramatic manoeuvre on race leader Paul Gaskin, sending him flying high into the safety fence, requiring replacement of five iron fence posts - somewhat a record number in the event’s history.

From there Titan captain Ralph Gillespie raced towards the chequered flag after spinning Wel-lington’s Kyle Lane out of the lead in the final lap as fellow Titan Zac Thompson endeavoured to block Young Guns from victory.

The Titan triumph provided a major upset on

the first night.With the Kihikihi Crusaders falling to a

tactful race strategy from the Titans in Race two, the Blenheim boys were set up for a place in finals night.

Going into the finals night in fourth spot meant that the Titans were to meet the Wanganui Vulcans to determine which province would be represented in the final against the winners of the Meanee Maulers vs. Palmerston North Pumas match.

The Titans and Maulers both fell from grace leaving the Pumas to defend their title against the Vulcans.

The surface of the track having been saturated from the rain meant race conditions were dif-ferent to what is normally encountered and did not provide the normal characteristics seen in championship events.

Eastern States Speedway president, Stu Cootes says he was proud of the Titans efforts.

“Although it was not a first place finish the boys can hold their heads high knowing that their efforts placed them fourth out of twelve very strong provincial teams,” he says.

>motocrossBy Annabelle Latz

Being awesome at motocross is not all about holding on tight.

Ask these three young men from Renwick.

They know all about being good at rid-ing, and are heading north at the end of the month to join more of New Zealand’s best motocross riders.

Paul Pudney, 21, and Wadsworth broth-ers Brad, 25 and Evan, 21, have been training hard for months, and are off to the Woodville Motocross Grand Prix in Manawatu on Sunday January 29.

Brad has already spent time motocross riding in Australia, and represented New Zealand. Training has been hard and disciplined, but thoroughly enjoyable.

The three riders would spend at least 10 hours per week training, including riding, high intense cardio workouts and muscle development work.

“You want to be fast and agile because it’s a really physical sport, and you also want to be flexible for crashing,” said Brad.

Social life has also been disciplined for these sportsmen.

Brad, an engineering apprentice, said they spend their weekends with other motocross riders.

“Motocross is a big family, we spend heaps of time riding, doing jumps and hanging out,” he said.

Friend and motorbike mechanic Rowan Ingpen will be travelling to the competi-tion with the riders.

He said it’s a huge event for all of them, and a first crack at this competition for Paul.

“They have put the hard work in, they have done all the training,” said Rowan.

The annual competition draws huge crowd numbers and competitors, with 20,000 spectators expected to show up to watch the 400 racers coming from as far as Asia, Australia and USA.

Rowan will supply them parts and mechanical assistance, as well as advice.

“They are good lads,” he said. Evan and Paul will compete on their

250CC bikes, and Brad will ride his bigger 450CC.

The young riders wanted to thank their sponsors Tractor Repairs and Spares, Marlborough Wool Marketing, Renwick Meat Market, Fairweathers, Peter Grinter Motorcycles, Marlborough Trials Centre, Long Field Farms and Endura.

Brad said they are feeling confident about their chances up north, where they race for half an hour over a dirt track involving many turns and jumps.

They will continue riding while they love it, which Brad expects will be for a long time.

“We have put in 100% because we love it, and we will give 100% on race day,” he said.

FOURTH PLACE FOR BLENHEIM: The Eastern States Titans, pictured lining up against the Palmerston North Pumas team last year, lost the New Zealand Stockcar Teams title to the Pumas on Saturday. Photo by Brian Hopping.

Titans fight courageous battle

Mad for motocross

Blenheim Super Saloon driver Paddy North is to run this weekend in Nelson at the Super Saloon National Championships.With 30 cars attending, the Championship is set to deliver some awesome fast racing.

There is no shortage of motocross talent in Renwick, as Evan and Brad Wadsworth and Paul Pudney head north to Woodville Grandprix at the end of the month, New Zealand’s biggest motocross competition.

By Darrell BateSaturday evening’s predicted rainfall

not eventuating meant that Eastern States Speedway were able to run the annual Pete Dickson Memorial Trophy Night alongside the Marlborough Open Streetstock Cham-pionship on Saturday night, providing some close rivalry amongst the fields.

Nelson’s Gordon Ingham climbed to the top of the podium over the three heat cham-pionship, driving the Falcon Streetstock to three convincing race wins. Ingham was followed by fellow Nelsonians Cody Mc-Carrison and Bradley Evans.

Despite outstanding efforts by local drivers Bobby Reid was the first Blenheim driver home in fourth place.

In many of the other classes, memorial trophies were up for grabs in honour of the late Pete Dickson, a local speedway fanatic who dedicated much of his time behind the microphone at many meetings as race announcer.

Daryl Martin secured the Saloon award by one point over Daniel Flood, followed

by Ritchie Chapman in third.Although Martin is a seasoned Production

Saloon champion, it was his first opportunity to write himself into the Saloon Archives.

The Production Saloon trophy was well earned by Alan Porter , second place went to Brett Allan and third taken by Andre Way, all of Blenheim.

Ministocks proved popular with good numbers in both adult and youth fields.

Yet again close results were achieved in the adult class by Jeremy Clarke, with Robert Flood and Jayden Corhill tying for second equal.

Young Nelson drivers managed to take the top three spots in the youth class, with a single point dividing winner Alex Bright from Dylan Clarke followed by Roydon Winstanley in third.

The evening ended with $1000 cash prize being collected by Brady Norton in the meeting’s finale, the Demolition Derby. Norton proved that his little Toyota had what it took to endure the destruction presented by the other entrants.

Youth Ministock drivers Elise Butbach (19n), Morgan Frost (57n), Alex Hill (95n) and Ross Green (75n) mix it up in heat one of the Peter Dickson Memorial Meeting at Eastern States Speedway held Saturday night. Photo courtesy of Dave Clarke

Winners decided at Memorial meeting


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Sunday: Closed

By Celeste Lodewyk and Annabelle LatzThe Warehouse is closing its pharmacies nationwide

at the end of January, but the future of the Blenheim Warehouse Pharmacy is still in doubt when and if it will close.

Sources close to The Sun have said that public pressure has stalled the Blenheim closure for now.

This could be welcome news for Renwick’s Hoc-quard family who frequently visit the pharmacy for medication for their three-year-old disabled daughter Honor.

Honor’s mother Kelly told The Sun she was shocked and ‘gutted’ when the family received the news of the pharmacy’s closure.

“As a mother of two as well as expecting a baby any day now, all I could think was what am I going to do?”

“We have used the pharmacy fortnightly since Honor was medicated at two months of age and found it so much easier to access disabled parking, use a trolley to cart the large medication boxes and we could go shopping while we waited, it will make life more difficult if it closes,” she says.

Honor was diagnosed with CDKL5, an extremely rare genetic disorder which requires her to be feed liquid food through a tube in her stomach as well as taking two forms of medication.

Because of Honor’s daily need for medication, it means that stocks can run low any time of the day or week, Kelly says.

“You never know when Honor’s medication will run out so it’s been great having the Warehouse Pharmacy as my husband can call in after work and pick up prescriptions.”

The Warehouse Pharmacy in Blenheim employs one part time and three full time staff members.

The Sun contacted The Warehouse head office in Auckland for confirmation yesterday but had received no response by printing deadline on Tuesday night.

Public stand up for Warehouse Pharmacy

Renwick mother Kelly Hocquard pictured with her daughters Jorja (left) and Honor is hoping the Warehouse Pharmacy in Blenheim will remain open, and not close along with all other nationwide Warehouse pharmacies.

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11 January Blenheim Sun