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Story and photo by Celeste LodewykCould you shear a sheep in less than 20

seconds?There will be a number of local shearers

who will try to do just that at the Woodbourne Tavern’s ‘Woody Speedshear’ event in Renwick on November 6.

This will be the fourth time the speedshear will be held, which can see around 30 shearers competing for the top prizes.

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Woodbourne Tavern manager Rowan Ingpen is all set for the up and coming Woody Speedshear event next week.

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Continued from page 1Woodbourne Tavern man-

ager Rowan Ingpen says the event is great entertainment, and he hopes people will come along to watch the action.

“The teams event that we begin with is a real show pleaser, but overall it’s quite fascinating to watch the shear-ers and how fast they are,” he says.

In the four-person teams event, which must include a woman, one member begins by eating a dry meringue, the next must drink a pint of beer before proceeding into the sheering.

Between the two remaining team members, one must wind over the manual handpiece

while the other shears the sheep.

After that event the Seniors category begins which fea-tures shearers who are learn-ing or not working fulltime, then on to the Open category with the more experienced.

The top three from each category then go into a ‘shear-off’ to determine first, second and third placing.

Supplying the sheep for the competition is Waihopai farmer Chris Jones.

All sheep are crutched and bellied, so the skill comes down to who can shear the cleanest and fastest, Rowan says.

“We will have New Zealand shearing judges who will

inspect the sheep afterwards, so you might be the fastest but if the sheep has nicks and cuts they can be awarded less points.

“There’s a real fine art to what these guys are doing, well worth it to watch,” he says.

The event kicks off at 7:30pm and winds up around 9:30pm.

Cash prizes will be up for grabs for the winning shear-ers, as well as a Lister Nitro Handpiece valued at $800 sponsored by PGG Wrightson.

Registrations will be taken at the Woodbourne Tavern on the night before.

Shearers to bleat the competition

Last year’s Woody Speedshear winner Earl Paewai. Photo provided.

By Jacob PageMarlborough Boys’ College pupil

Mokoia Pinker has been recognised for his contribution to road safety in Blenheim.

The Year 12 student is one of only 37 students from across the country to be selected to the Student Against Dangerous Driving (SADD) national young leaders group.

Mokoia says he was approached to take over as the leader of the organisa-tion at MBC and saw it as a great way to give back to the community.

“I really enjoyed the leadership role of it and trying to get the message out there about dangerous driving and the impact it can have.”

SADD chief executive Anna Braid-wood says teenagers play an important

role in keeping the roads safe.“Our national leaders are a very

important cohort of teens representing our thousands of members based in hundreds of schools across the country.

“They help to shape our student-led road safety programme, provide leader-ship and support to SADD groups on a local level, and are part of providing a strong youth voice on young driver and passenger safety in their community.

“Road crashes are the leading cause of death and permanent injury amongst Kiwi teens, so there really is no issue more pressing for our young people to address.

“Mokoia is an example of the signifi-cant impact teens can have on pushing for positive change, and in making a difference for their communities.”

Mokoia gets national honour

National sponsor for SADD is Caltex and Grant Stubbs of Main Street Caltex presented Mokoia Pinker with his national leadership certificate.

By Celeste LodewykIn 2012 plans were announced

for an upgrade of the Renwick Community Memorial Hall and now the committee is pleased to confirm that these plans have been set in motion.

Committee chairman Murray Newman says to kickstart the up-grade they had received a $200,000 grant from the Ministry of Educa-tion.

This money has been used to “get the ball rolling”, he says.

“It’s enabled us to put together a business plan that will take the hall into the future, feasibility studies, building and maintenance reports and permits,” he says.

An application for funding for the upgrade was submitted to the Department of Internal Affairs eight weeks ago.

Having the funding prior to start-ing work on the hall has been integral to the committee, Murray says.

“We are adamant that we won’t start until we have the funding. The upgrade won’t be at a cost to the community, rather we will achieve this through funding grants and fundraising events.”

While they wait for the result of that application other details can be released, including the artist’s impression of how the hall will look (pictured).

The design work has been com-

pleted by Redbox Architecture who have also carried out work for Renwick School in the past.

“Once completed we will have a facility that will compliment the Giesen Sports and Events Centre, as both buildings have different functions within the community,” Murray says.

On another note, the committee has farewelled long standing secre-tary and treasurer Helen Miller who

has retired from the committee.Helen was one of the original

committee members who raised funds to build the hall.

“Helen always had that original passion for the care and well being of the hall, we all wish her the best for the future,” Murray says.

Renwick School has taken over the administration and all book-ings can be done through Heather Johnson by contacting the school.

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HMNZS Canterbury to Southern KatipoThe New Zealand Defence Force’s (NZDF) sealift and amphibious support ship HMNZS Canterbury as part of NZDF’s largest military exercise, Exercise Southern Katipo 2015 which involves extensive parts of the Marlborough region.Exercise Southern Katipo involves more than 2,000 personnel from nine nations (including New Zealand).HMNZS Canterbury has an extensive range of capabilities including the ability to land personnel, vehicles and cargo by landing craft, helicopter or ramps, as well as conventional port infrastructure.

Steer meets truckA 300kg steer was killed by a log truck after it wandered onto a highway in Marlborough.The accident happened in Wairau Valley in the early hours of Wednesday morning.The driver of the truck was not injured.

By Jacob PageTwo Blenheim dental practices

will take part in an initiative to help low income adults look after their teeth.

Beattie, Gilchrist and Associ-ates and Durrheim & Associates will help adults with their teeth issues on November 14 through a programme called Smile NZ.

The initiative will provide free dental care to low income adults who require but cannot afford treatment.

This is part of their commit-ment to offer free care for up to 1500 low income adults.

The free dental work will take place at 19 practices across ten regions between November 6 and November 14 – a fitting start date considering November 6 is our National Oral Health Day.

Southern Cross Health Trust CEO, Terry Moore says the uptake of the initiative in May showed there are a lot of people living with long-term dental problems.

“We ran this in May for the first time and quickly ran out of places which shows that a lot of New Zealanders cannot afford basic dental care.”

NZDA CEO David Crum said the Association applauded the dentists who volunteered their time, and welcomed any col-laboration which would further provide at-risk people with neces-sary treatment.

“While some DHBs and gov-ernment agencies offer emer-gency dental work or help with pain relief, a lot of people don’t meet their DHB’s criteria and are not in the financial position to help themselves.

Smile NZ free clinic days are made known through General Practitioners in lower socio-

economic areas, social workers, Red Cross and other community agencies such as WINZ, night shelters and food banks, who are in contact with high need and vulnerable people.

Each patient will receive one dental treatment consisting of basic but essential dental care which could range from a filling, extraction, relief of pain or sort-ing an infection to preventative care such as fluoride applications or a scale and polish.

Patients will also receive oral health education and a free hy-giene pack.

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Queen Charlotte College celebrate its 50th anniversary starting today.A chance to reconnect with old friends, reminisce and make new memories.Festivities will be held at the College with the main day on Saturday.

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An artist’s impression of what the new Renwick Hall may look like.

Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk

Earlier in the year Blenheim Ear Health celebrated 10 years caring for ears in Marlborough, and now there is some more exciting news to share.

Blenheim Ear Health is now fully funded for ACC. This is in addition to being a certified War Pension medical provider, welcome news for many patients.

The building where the clinic is held on Francis Street has also undergone a recent makeover and now has a new modern look and fresh atmosphere.

“It’s been quite exciting in recent times,” Mary Tolan says.

Mary Tolan, owner of Ear Health here in Blenheim together with Debbie Dalzell are both ac-credited ear nurse specialists and between them have 70 years of experience in nursing, including 14 as ear nurse specialists.

As registered nurses their focus is on educating their clients on

how to best care for their ears and managing any ear problems they may experience.

“We treat both adults and chil-dren for a wide range of ear issues, from ear wax removal and removal of foreign bodies, to the management of ear infections and other ear conditions”.

“We have a good relationship with local GP’s and Ear, Nose and Throat specialists, and can liaise with them where neces-sary,” Mary says.

Mary and Debbie use a power-ful operating medical micro-scope which allows them to see into the smallest of ear canals and to be able to work very safely in all ears, particularly near the ear drum.

For those who may have sensi-tive ears, Mary and Debbie use a gentle suction but are also trained and experienced in using instru-ments to remove wax and debris if preferred by the client.

The clinic primarily operates in

Blenheim, but Mary does offer a monthly Picton clinic and will soon be introducing a monthly Saturday morning option.

“We also go to all rest-homes throughout Marlborough on

a regular basis, so it’s more convenient for the less mobile,” Mary says.

For all your ear care needs contact Mary and Debbie at Blenheim Ear Health.


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New Zealand-owned Tasman Helicopters began its scenic charter flights last Saturday from the Vines Village on Rapaura Road Blenheim.

Tasman helicopters are now flying scenic charter flights from The Vines Village, right in the heart of Marlborough’s world famous wineries.

Owner/operator Logan Moore says; “We are excited about the decision to expand into Blenheim and be based out of The Vines Village.

Some of the packages will offer trips which will include our Heli Wine Hop tour where you can explore some of the region’s finest wineries in style for a wine tasting followed by lunch or explore the Marlborough Sounds with our Heli Lunch trip landing at some of the regions finest lodges located throughout the beautiful Marlborough Sounds.”

Jeff Fulton owner of Vines Village says The Vines Village is excited to work with

Tasman Helicopters to offer an exciting experience to many of their wine tour visi-tors and locals alike.

“The views up there of the Wairau Valley and surrounding mountains are incredible

and it’s the perfect way to get the ultimate Marlborough experience. It’s great for cus-tomers to stop in for a wine tasting or coffee and then be able to hop on-board for the best views of our incredible region,” he says.

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Tasman Helicopters is now operating out of the Vines Village. Photo provided.

Mamma Mia in Market PlaceAn unusual, up-beat event is scheduled for central Blenheim on Wednesday as the official launch of a show that will remind everyone of the music from their younger days.The event, dubbed Abbacise, is happening outside the Forum in Market Place between 12.40pm and 1pm on Wednesday.It is a chance to dance to a few Abba hits, along with some of the cast of ‘’Mamma Mia’’, the hugely popular show written around many of the group’s best known songs.Everyone is invited to go along and join in, just as they are or dressed in their best 80s dance gear.Mamma Mia is being staged by Blenheim Musical Theatre in May next year, and tickets for the first four shows go on sale next week at special discounted prices.

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Chamber Instagram workshop

The Marlborough Chamber of Com-merce is promoting a business workshop on the use of Instagram.The event on November 5 with Beth Barnes of Button Help will teach the basics of Instagram, where to find things, setting up an account, posting ideas and tips, reports and analytics, and terminology.


Another milestone in the long-term development of a Lansdowne sports hub was reached with Marlborough Softball opening its summer season this month, playing from the newly created diamond on the northern side of Lansdowne Park.Softball’s new home has been established on the north side of Lansdowne after the stopbank north of the rugby fields and grandstand was excavated and grassed over and the softball dug outs, complete with concrete floor, relocated from softball’s old home at A&P Park. Once softball has trialled this layout, new permanent facilities will be installed. New steps over the stop bank at the east and west ends make easy access from the rugby and touch fields and there’s also a small gravel path from the Central Clubrooms car park to get to the softball area. Temporary car parking will be available on the grass around the Central Club rooms with

space for about 100 cars until a new parking area can be sealed around these club rooms. With many sports codes thinking about their long term future, Council has begun consulting all sports clubs as the next step in planning for the consolidation of sports facilities at Lansdowne Park. A reference group

with representatives of all sports that may choose to join the Hub is being formed. The long term thinking is that softball diamonds, netball courts, and artificial surface could be slotted in around the rugby fields along with a centrally located, multi-code administration building to serve the Hub.

Softball at Lansdowne ParkCouncil ServicesMarlborough Anniversary WeekendCouncil OfficesMarlborough District Council’s Blenheim and Picton offices will be closed on Marlborough Anniversary Monday 2 November 2015. Rubbish bag and recycling crate collection and transfer station hours There will be no kerbside collection on Monday 2 November 2015. The Blenheim kerbside collection scheduled for Marlborough Anniversary Day Monday 2 November will take place on Tuesday 3 November. Picton’s kerbside collection on Tuesday 3 November 2015 will not be affected. The following refuse transfer stations will be open on Marlborough Anniversary Day Monday 2 November: • Blenheim 8.00 am to 4.30 pm • Picton 8.00 am to 4.00 pm • Havelock 8.00 am to 2.00 pm • Rai Valley, Seddon and Wairau Valley closed

Marlborough Anniversary Monday 2 November. The Resource Recovery Centre and Greenfingers composting will also be open between 8.00 am and 4.30 pm on Marlborough Anniversary Day. Marlborough Regional Landfill will open on Marlborough Anniversary Monday from 8.00 am to 12.00 pm (noon). Blenheim and Picton LibrariesOpen Saturday 31 October 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and Sunday 1 November 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm. Closed Monday 3 November Marlborough Anniversary DayLibrary and transfer station hours over the holiday period are listed on Council’s website www.marlborough.govt.nz or you can call 03 520 7400 anytime.

Temporary Road ClosureWednesday 11 November 2015 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 that Seymour Street from the intersection of High Street to Alfred Street will be closed to all vehicles between the hours of 10.30 am and 12.15 pm on Wednesday, 11 November 2015, for the purpose of the Armistice Day Commemoration Service.Also please note that there will be no parking in Seymour Street from the intersection of High Street to Alfred Street from 8.00 am to 12.15 pm.Any enquiries should be addressed to Sandra Boyd, Marlborough Roads, Ph: 03 520 8330.

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Attention all Blenheim CBD property owners and occupiersBlenheim CBD property owners and occupiers are being polled to assess interest in establishing a Business Improvement District (BID) funded through a special rate collected by Council for the Blenheim Business Association to use for CBD development and promotion.The poll is underway now, closing on Wednesday 18 November, with the option of either postal or on-line voting.Any property owner or occupier who has not received a voting paper should contact Marlborough District Council’s Strategic Planning and Economic Development manager Neil Henry, Ph: 03 520 7400 or [email protected] meeting for all CBD owners and occupiers will be held at the Marlborough Convention Centre, 5.45 pm on Wednesday 4 November, to answer questions about the proposed BID.

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Positive ageing - Positive ageing beware of scamsThe authorities say there are more than 5000 cases of financial loss due to scams reported in New Zealand annually. Sums can be large or small but it’s feared that as much as $400M is being stolen from people through scams each a year. The commonest scams include emails asking you to send money to a friend or organisation, letters saying you’ve won a prize, or calls saying your computer needs fixing or your house needs painting.

They’re run by people trying to steal your money or get your information.If a stranger tries to sell you something, beware. If an offer sounds too good to be true, or sounds weird, it’s almost certainly a scam. Remember that a bank or Inland Revenue will never contact you to ask you to confirm your password, credit card or account details. Never give your credit card details to a phone caller.Scammers can sound very

plausible. So it’s best not to give any information about yourself to strangers – especially on the phone, at your door, or on your computer. Put the phone down, close your door, or delete the email. Check with your relatives or friends if you’re not sure whether something is a scam.Tell relatives, neighbours or the police if you think a scammer has approached you.

Destination Marlborough’s Blenheim i-SITE has been singled out as the best i-SITE in the country – in the eyes of its customers.The national Rankers Travel Review website gave the Blenheim i-SITE top ranking for 2015. Rankers ‘best of New Zealand’ awards are based on independent traveller feedback.It’s another accolade for

Destination Marlborough which recently earned national recognition from the tourism sector’s industry training organisation for its commitment to the professional development of its staff.Congratulations Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Information

CentreTop Ranked Awards 2015 i-Site Visitor Information Centres Winner.

Blenheim’s i-SITE picked best in NZ

Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman cut the ribbon at Marlborough’s newest i-SITE in Havelock.It’s the latest achievement for Havelock’s Smart & Connected group and Pelorus Promotions who have worked with Destination Marlborough and the Council to establish the i-SITE.Open seven days a week, the i-SITE is located at 61 Main Road, next to the Town Hall.

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txt talk of the weekTurn it downWhat is it with tradies on building sites that they need to have the whole darn neighbour-hood listening to THEIR music.

What about Redwoodtown?Just read about markets in Blenheim over anniversary weekend. No mention of the Redwood Market which is the original Blenheim market and has been going for over 30 years.Well worth a visit

Awesome foodCalled into the Flaxbourne Cafe in Ward after getting off ferry, awesome homemade food and the pies yum! Friendly staff and clean loos!

Tip feesAnother to agree with the tip fee’s !!! They are absolutely over the top. I did a favour for an elderly neighbour, cut an old tree for him an took it on my trailer to the tip, cost me $70. Didn’t have the heart to ask for the money.Where we lived before Marlborough we got two tip vouchers a year for free trailer loads when we paid our rates !! C’mon MDC be a bit public spirited.

Just like to say a huge thankyou! To all who help with our fund raising efforts collecting cans. Barry ( Mac ) Donell is doing an exceptional job down in Redwoodtown and thankyou to all who are helping him. We really appreciate your efforts. Sue and Bruce

Dogs in carTo the person who moans about leaving dogs in car.I take my dogs everywhere with me even to the supermarket I leave all four windows down enough for them to get air and its not like I am going to be in supermarket shopping all day.They are fine.What is it with some people?Its a bit different if you see a dog dying of heat otherwise mind your own bees wax.

What can be done about the obesity crisis you ask? How about reducing the hours of fastfood outlets.Obviously if people are complaining about MD’s not being open 24 hours - there is a problem.

Completely agree it costs too much. But I think it should be free to dump green waste since the dump composts and sells it!

Freedom camping is not that freeFrom boy racer cars that do laps at these locations.Excessive noise in clapped out cars. There’s no activity by police as they even rev past the police station.I had no sleep and had my first day at a new job the next day not good.

Devonshire TeaWe are delighted to hear that your Devonshire Tea was ‘lovely’ and would like to assure you that your cream was 100% real cows cream. We have never used imitation cream, as we are great lovers of ‘real cream’ ourselves. We do use a refillable dispenser to whip bottles of cream (Label Ingredients read: 100% Pasteurised Cream) as this ensures freshness, food hygiene, ease of dispensing, and wonderful presentation. We’d love to see you again soon for another Devonshire Tea served with ‘real cream’.Pataka – The Foodstore

Great nightWhat a great night at the Youth Civic Awards. Marlborough should be proud of all eight recipients. Can the Sun do a piece on each person please.

New softball park not good turfMDC what you up to, giving us a park that still has no water or power.This should have been done way before we moved here.We should have stayed at A & P Park till it was done.

We need to fence our swimming pools, but at new softball park you got a creek running beside the park.Our balls end up in there. Wont be long before a kid ends up in there. Please cover it before that happens.

Load of rubbishCome on council rubbish all down our street from the stupid recycling bins. Please change to wheelie-bins like other towns

NZ obesityIt’s here too! Kids are dropped off by urban cars and 4x4’s .5km to school all life; given a car for high school, never to ride a bus until retired! Not moving much once home with goodies, games, computers, television, dinner all seated and to bed. Yet we have amazingly kept parks here devoid of all ages interacting and actually talking to each other. Human created problem. Fix???

Free car parkingSo the old city hotel gets pulled down, only to be replaced by free carparking.Why is this?.........

Life’s too shortQuote from one very successful employment agency. “Life’s too short for the wrong job!“ That’s so true.

Offal disposalTo the person who placed deer offal in MDC bag on frontage in Alabama Rd. Shame on you. Caring for our community.

Too expensiveSome weeks back an item in local rag about doctors wanting people to go to practices instead of A & E.Maybe people would if they were treated better not just a number. Paying $60 - $80 for 10 min.

Not 24 hours If people actually read the drive through sign correctly, it says 24 hours Fri/Sat. It’s not all week.

Massive thanks A & EGrateful thanks to night staff Dr Chris, Di and Yo early Friday morning staff Dr Matt, Sue, Angel and Debbie for the motor restart. Worries and fears reassured with full explanation of facts and risks. P.


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The Ministry for Primary In-dustries (MPI) is working closely with the country’s salmon farm-ing industry to better understand an issue that has emerged over the past few summers in the Marlborough Sounds.

As reported previously, a salmon farm in Waihinau Bay experienced higher than normal fish mortality rates in early 2012 and this has continued in subsequent summers.

MPI officials met late last week with industry representatives to outline the situation, share knowledge and discuss next steps.

Response manager Chris Rod-well says MPI believes there are a range of factors at play including high water temperatures, water flow, diet and even sea anemone stings.

“In addition, new genetic tests developed by our Animal Health Laboratory have revealed the presence of two bacteria not previously detected in New Zealand.”

The bacteria – a Rickettsia-like organism (strain yet to be defined) and Tenacibaculum maritimum can cause disease in fish but do not affect people.

“There are no concerns about food safety associated with this situation,” Dr Rodwell says.

“Our focus now is to determine

what, if any, link these bacteria have with the higher summer mortality rates.

“MPI is actively managing the situation and is working with salmon farmers around the country to collect information and sample fish to determine if the bacteria exist outside of Marlborough.

“This information will help us decide how we continue to man-age the situation,” Dr Rodwell says.

“We know the bacteria have been present in New Zealand for a number of years. Our new genetic tests enabled us to retest samples from the first mortality event in 2012 and these revealed the bacteria were present then. It is possible it may even naturally occur here.”

There have been no reported in-creased mortality events in wild fish or in farmed salmon outside of the Marlborough Sounds.

As a precautionary measure the Marlborough farms put biosecu-rity controls in place to prevent any spread of the bacteria and MPI is enforcing this.

The future welfare of fish is also top of mind for MPI which is the lead agency in animal welfare.

“We take animal welfare seri-ously and are working with the company to plan for the upcom-ing summer.”

MPI and salmon farmers examine summer fish mortality issue

More than 270 people came to the Marlborough Civic Centre for the first ever Top of the South Film Festival on Wednesday night.

The crowd was treated to 14 short films by film makers from Marlborough, Nelson and Golden Bay.

Five Marlborough film makers were represented by six films on the night

which incorporated everything from horror to biographies and everything in between.

In total all 14 films ran for just under two hours.

Co-organiser Aaron Falvey was de-lighted with the number of people that showed up.

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From ‘I can’... to ‘I do’Sun reporter Celeste Lodewyk’s health journey as she approaches her wedding day.

Week 21

Saying goodbye to JaneLast week was both a celebration and a sad

ending as I ended my fortnightly sessions with personal coach Jane Butler.

We both celebrated the fact that as far as my healthy journey was concerned, I have reached a point where good eating habits and a healthy lifestyle has been established.

It was sad however, to say goodbye to Jane as she has been instrumental in keeping me on track and providing endless encouragement.

It was Jane who made me realise from the beginning that this was not about losing weight, but instead about creating a lifestyle that supported healthy weightloss which has been the most valuable lesson.

I may not have had a dramatic weightloss so far, but I feel so much better on the inside and the weight I am losing I am not putting back on.

So moving forward I am finishing this jour-ney on my own now which won’t be difficult as all the changes I have made, cutting added

sugar, regular exercise, reducing gluten and eating regular small meals, these have become ‘normal’ for me.

That alone is cause for celebration. To kick years of bad habits to adopt a

healthier lifestyle has not been weasy and takes effort to maintain, but I can personally say that it is worth it.

Of everything cutting sugar has been the most difficult but the ‘withdrawals’ have subsided and I haven’t looked sideways at a block of chocolate for nearly a month.

So the countdown of weeks begins now, it’s not long now until I say ‘I do’.

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Of course with the wedding being on a ‘secret date and location’ I can’t reveal how many weeks, days and hours but what I can say is that all will be revealed with a photograph and announcement in the Sun.

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By Jacob PageAbstract artwork need not be confusing to

the general public, says Marlborough artist Walter Scott.

Walter will have three pieces in the Marlborough Art Society’s exhibition of lo-cal abstract and contemporary art work called ‘Inspiration Revealed’ at the Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery.

The exhibition has its preview night on Saturday before being open to the public from November 1 to 22.

“It’s impressionist and expressionist kind of work.

“People won’t see nice seascapes of the Sounds, this is a different kind of work,” Walter says.

Some people do come along and wonder what the heck it is that you’ve painted but if you get them asking a question then it is a start.

“You are trying to express a feeling or emotion.

“You’re trying to say something and often the piece must interact and connect with people.”

Walter dabbles in both pastels and oil painting.

He says he likes being out in the environment he’s painting and see it for himself.

“It gives me an added dimension or percep-tion for what I’m painting.

“It’s called ‘the seeing eye’.”Walter says the title of an abstract or expres-

sionist piece needs to give people a clue of what has been painted.

“If you put something in your title that can be understood then people feel like they can relate to it.

Walter has a piece called ‘Market Street at Midnight’, he hopes from the title, people will see what they want to see in it.

Walter is also a skilled photographer and he says he often uses a camera to capture what he sees so he can paint it later.

“The thing that first draws me to a painting is how the light touches it.”

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Walter Scott’s abstract painting ‘Market Street by Midnight’ that will be in an exhibition called ‘Inspiration Revealed’ at the Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery.

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in an area that is earmarked for a concrete cycleway.

The club has also paid for a seat and plaque to be placed near the trees.

Members of the Blenheim Lions Club planted six Pin Oak trees on Wednesday morning in celebration of the club’s 50 year existence.

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Friday 30Blenheim Library Book SaleGood quality used books including adult books - hardback, paperbacks and chil-dren’s books - Great Value. From 50 cents to $4.00. From 9.30am-3.30pm at the library.

Hot art in HavelockThe Gallery Havelock, open from 10am to 4pm, seven days a week. Enjoy browsing some of the excellent art on show from tal-ented local artists. Come and have a look in the friendly little gallery at 60 Main Road Havelock.

The Edwin Fox ShipVisitor Centre open every day from 9am, a great all weather and family friendly activ-ity. Come and explore the decks and the depths of the ship. Dunbar wharf, on Picton foreshore. For more information call Karen on 573 6868 or check out our Facebook.

Picton Museum10am - 4pm daily, 9 London Quay, Ph 573 8283.

EcoWorld Picton AquariumMeet the locals up close with amazing New Zealand animals. Touch a living fossil (Tuatara), Little Blue Penguin, have fun dis-covering animals that live in our beautiful Marlborough Sounds. Up Close Encounters at 11am and 2pm daily. Open daily from 9.30am. Picton Foreshore. www.ecoworld-nz.co.nz phone 573 6030.

Marlborough Museum26 Arthur Baker Place, off New Renwick Rd, Brayshaw Heritage Park, Daily 10am - 4pm.

The Diversion GalleryOpen 12pm - 5pm Wed – Saturdays 10 Lon-don Quay, Picton, Ph 573 7376 or 027 440 8121 or www.thediversion.co.nz.

Rainbow Ski Area See www.skirainbow.co.nz for more details.

Saturday 31Halloween MarketHighlighting the best of Marlborough art, crafts, food and produce. Come along and browse our stalls every week. 9am - 1pm. Wynen Street Carpark, Blenheim, (weather dependant).

Spooky Halloween StoriesEnjoy spooky stories with hot chocolate and marshmallows. Edwin Fox Museum, Auckland Street, Picton. Gold Coin Dona-tion, 6pm-7pm. Call for details and book-ings 03 573 6868.

“Inspiration Revealed” - Contemporary & Abstract ExhibitionAn exhibition of contemporary and ab-stract artworks from Marlborough and Nelson artists including Walter Scott, Tom Flaherty, Danielle Yealands, Heina Petzold, Arlin Sukarlin. Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery (Marlborough Art Society). 31 Octo-ber - 22 November 10.30am - 4.30pm. Gold Coin Donation.

Rock and Mineral Club*Book Sale* 9am - 4pm, Brayshaw Park, Come and see our large rock, mineral, crys-tal and fossil collection.

Riverside RailwayTrain departs Brayshaw Park Station at 1.45pm for Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return followed by a 3.00pm return trip to Omaka. Adults; $10 Child $5 (Omaka $6 & $3) CASH ONLY. Com-bo/Family fares available.

Redwood Market 8am - 12pm, Redwood Tavern car park, Plants Produce and Crafts.

Ulysses Club Meet for a coffee and a catch up Saturday mornings from 10am at the Old Orchard Cafe, The Vines Village, Rapaura Road.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot SaleEvery Saturday 8am – 12.30pm at the Rail-way Station car park, Grove Rd, Ph Andy 578 2272 or 021 842 928.

Blenheim Menz Shed4 Dillon’s Point Rd opens 9am - 12pm Satur-day. Mon & Thurs 1 - 4pm. Building relation-ships and sharing skills. Ph Gerry 578 1835.

Mini Putt & Merry-Go-RoundPicton Foreshore, 10am every day during school holidays, Today and Sunday, 10am.

Vintage Farm Machinery 10am - 3pm, Open Every Day. Brayshaw Park Guided tours available, Sunday Thom-as Tank Engine rides. Ph Doris 579 4357.

Picton Men’s Shed“Where men can do what men do best” 9am - 12pm and Wednesday 9am - 4pm. Phone Rick Green 021 469 191 or Bill Rogers 573 5507 for more information.

Ceramic Awards ExhibitionThe Marlborough Community Potter’s An-nual Exhibition showcases excellence and the diversity of pottery in Marlborough. Gillan Gallery, Grove Road (opposite Train Station) Entry is free to the exhibition which is open daily 31 October -15 November – Monday to Friday 12noon until 4.30pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am until 4.30pm.

Top of the South Miniature Horse Spring ShowCome along and see them in the show ring, great for the whole family. Free Entry. There will be a sausage sizzle available. Start at 9am-3pm, Omaka Car Club, Aerodrome Road.

Sunday 1Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club*Book Sale* 9am - 4pm, Brayshaw Park, Come and see our large rock, mineral, crys-tal and fossil collection.

Ulysses RideLunch ride, check out the weather and de-cide which direction to head on the day. Meet at the railway station, south end, at 10.45am ride departs at 11am.

Riverside RailwayTrain departs Brayshaw Park Station at 1.45pm for Beaver Station,Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return followed by a 3.00pm return trip to Omaka.Adults; $10 Child $5 (Omaka $6 & $3) CASH ONLY. Combo/Family fares available.

‘It’s all about the coffee’ Recreational bike ride - all year round de-parts at 9.00am from AvantiPlus Blenheim, 61 Queen St. Everyone welcome. Register your interest www.bikemarlborough.co.nz

Farmers Market Showcasing the best of Marlborough some of the stalls are Koromiko Eggs, Banjo Brews, Traditional Country Preserves, Nuggety Creek, Riverina, Garden Bee Honey, Spudz n Greens, Kaikoura Cheese, Picton Bakery. Marlborough A&P Showground’s, Cnr Max-well and Alabama Roads, 9am – 12pm. Buy Local - Cook Local.

KapahakaEvery Sunday at Tuamarina Hall 12pm - 3pm. All welcome. Model Aero Club ARA Wairau Valley 9am, Murray Ph 578 9199 or Tony Ph 577 9776.

Petanque 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street – John. Ph 577 9789.

Tramping ClubWe go on tramp’s Wednesday & Sunday, please confirm for travel Ph Mary Ph 572 8762 or [email protected].

Marlborough Guild of WoodworkersBrayshaw Park, open workshop 1 - 4pm, Every 1st Sunday of the month. Wooden toys for sale. For more info contact Jim 578 8974 or Rod 579 4601.

Marlborough Rock and Mineral ClubBrayshaw Park, Come and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil collection, work room and books. Free Admission.

Associated Modellers SocietyMiniature steam engine rides at Brayshaw Park, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 1pm - 4pm $2.

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- weekend event guide - Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on!

If you have an event email Tash at The Sun

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2 NovemberUlysses Ride, cruise over the hill to Nelson for lunch. Meet at the railway station, south end, at 10.45am ride departs at 11am.

3 NovemberULC Trio Music From Denmark and Beyond NZ Tour. Paddy Barrys Irish Pub, 51 Scott St, 7.30pm - 10pm.

6 & 7 NovemberCraft Fair in The Forum, all proceeds to local charities.

7 NovemberHavelock Fundraising Scottish Country Dance (Ceilidh) at Havelock Town Hall. Scot-tish Dance Band “Slocken”, book early 03 574 1088. Tickets available at Havelock Informa-tion and Ken Ham’s Music. Adults $25pp. All profits to the Havelock Boardwalk.

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Production team membersWineWorks is experiencing an exciting period of change and expansion and we are currently seeking applicants interested in joining our Production team at WineWorks Marlborough. We have positions available on both day shift and night shift. This position is at entry level and will provide advancement opportunities as your skills develop and will provide a stable future supporting an important local industry.The ideal candidate for this position will have a can-do attitude, be bright, keen to learn all aspects of the bottling process and will be excited to commence a career at WineWorks.Applicants for this role must have the following abilities, skills and experience:

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Notice of C.A.R.E. Marlborough AGM

Neighbours, Members, Mental Health services staff and public are invited to attend:

Annual General Meeting C.A.R.E Marlborough

Consumer Run Support House26 Percy Street

Wednesday 25th November 1pm

Board re-elections. Nomination forms available from the house. Please apply in writing providing particulars

with a candidate statement no later than 3pm. 11th Nov.

Afternoon tea provided.

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Maybe also think about a summer membership (Nov - Feb) for just

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Open DaySaturday 31st October, 2pm tee off.

Play the course & enjoy a BBQ for just $10.

Clubs available to rent $5 per set.

Do you have time to help people in your

community?Our Health Shuttle is a community service that transports people to and from essential medical and health related appointments.As Team Leader in this volunteer role you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the service within the Marlborough district. This will include recruitment and training of volunteer drivers, promoting the service and related administration.We are looking for someone who:• Can commit 5 -10 hours each week to this

position• Is computer literate to perform required

administrative tasks• Has experience and ability to lead a team

and be a team-player• Has excellent communication skills

If you are interested in this role please apply on line at https://join.stjohn.org.nz/home job code 24843.For more information please contact Pam Hall, Community Programmes Manager: [email protected] or 0800 ST JOHN (0800 785 646)

Health Shuttle Team Leader (Volunteer)

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Arthur Baker Pl. Saturday +sz Clothes, kids stuff, general household stuff, plus heaps more.

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BOAT windscreens repaired and replaced. Call Carl Gratton, Boat Windscreens Ltd 021 471 292.

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INDAC NeTTINg Reels with net. $138.00 each. Phone 578 6856.

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MONDAY NIgHT Fit-ness 6pm - 7pm (no child care) at Blenheim Indoor Sports Centre, Simcox Stadium, 50 Battys Road. Phone 578 4851 or 0275784851.www.blenheimindoor-sports.co.nz.

NATURALLY Raw - Nutritious Pet Food. S to c ks B ig meat y bones. Ph /Txt Pam 02102929400.

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TeN PIN Bowling. Open 7 days. Phone 5784851 to book a lane now.

public noticePAINTeR 35yrs ex-perience. No GST. Ph Gavin 02108656568.

Multi Skilled Machinery OperatorWe require a reliable, enthusiastic person with strong health & safety ethics to join our small but friendly team. This is a full time position of 40 hours per week, but extended hours would be required during busy periods such as grape harvest and spreading.

The position would involve mechanical and welding skills for general workshop repairs of machinery, spreading, truck driving, grape harvester driving, tractor work, and also occasional hands on vineyard work. Ideally the applicant will have experience driving heavy machinery, a class 5 licence & W endorsement.

Finding the right person to fit our team is important & ongoing training will be given – therefore we are also interested in people that do not meet all the above requirements but have had farm machinery/tractor experience & are keen to learn new skills.

If this sounds like you, please forward your cv and covering letter to: [email protected] or PO Box 23, Blenheim 7240.

Please phone Tracy on 5786580 or 0274441404 if you require further information.

Applications close 11th November 2015.

Assistant Manager WantedWe are looking for Assistant manager in our

Asian and shop and restaurant. (Mr.Asian and Noodle Corner)

The candidate should have experience or study in hospitality or management area.

Be able to drive and have some knowledge with Asian food products.

Please apply with your cover letter and CV, start in January 2016.

[email protected] or Dom (03) 5779918.

Birthright (Marlborough) IncorporatedAnnual General

Meeting

2 pm Monday, 9 November 2015.

Jim Robson upstairs meeting roomMarlborough

Community Centre25 Alfred Street,

Blenheim.All members and

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CRACKeD iphone screen! Faulty batter-ies! For iphone repairs call 5793229 or email [email protected]

HOOPeR 1.3m Flexi-Tyne cultivator. Crum-bler. Ridge boards. $2000.00. Phone 578 6856.

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MARTIN: Anthony Robin (Tony)On Wednesday 28 October 2015, suddenly at ICU Wellington Hospital, aged 71 years. Treasured Dad of Marie and Rex Schroder, Jason (Fish) and Kim, Leonie and Meihana, and Anthony and Tania (Nelson). Loving Grandfather of Chrissy, Kyly, Shantara, Matthew, Josh, Tomasina and Titan Junior and Great-grandfather of Emma-Rose and Seath. Loved brother of Wynne and Lyndsay Robertson (Invercargill) and a loved friend of Vivienne and Marise. Messages to 68 George Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Life Flight Trust c/- PO Box 14-449 Wellington 6241 would be appreci-ated or may be made at the service. A Funeral Service for Tony will be held at the Havelock Bowling Club, Neil Street, Havelock on Tuesday 3 November at 1.30pm followed by private interment at Fairhall Cemetery.CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES F.D.A.N.Z

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4 Alana PlaceWitherlea Shopping Centre

All Welcome

Enquiries: 027 721 8727

Nativity Anglican Church 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim.All welcome to our services

Thursday - 10am Eucharist Service, Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service

10am - Family Service 7pm - Night church.

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Council asset

management?

Council has a vacancy available for a Draughtsperson/Data Processor to assist with transferring hard copy plans of our water/wastewater infrastructure into digital records.

The position could be an entry level role progressing into a career in technical administration/utility engineering or suit someone with experience in utility engineering. The successful applicant will require the following attributes:

• Be thorough and meticulous showing a disciplined adherence to standards and procedures.

• Demonstrate a positive attitude and approach.

• Have good computer skills with the use of Microsoft programmes

• Have the ability to seek solutions to problems.

• Have an interest in water, wastewater & stormwater engineering and maintenance.

In addition knowledge or experience of the following would be advantageous:

• Interpretation and use of utility services plans and/or engineering drawings.

• GIS applications and geospatial data processing tools.

• Use of computer aided drawing programme(s).

• Surveying and GPS technologies.

• Knowledge of a proprietary relational database particularly for asset management (AMIS) would be advantageous.

Applications for this unique opportunity close at 5.00 pm on 6 November 2015.

Applications should be made online via our website, www.marlborough.govt.nz/Your-Council/Careers/Current-Vacancies, where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply.

For further information you are welcome to contact [email protected].

DRAUGHTSPERSON GIS/IMS(FULL TIME)

www.marlborough.govt.nz

St Lukes’s Anglican Church, Ferry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 9.30am, Contact 0273432814.

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TAYLOR-KING, baby girl: (7lb 3oz) October 26, 2015.

SWEENEY, Jayden James David: (8lb 6oz) October 8, 2015.

SOMERVILLE, Leo Hector: (7lb 8oz) October 15, 2015.

JONES, Annabel Rose: (2.9kg) October23, 2015.

WILKINSON, Irvine (Fred): Reg No 621060, Trooper, Second NZEF. On Wednes-day October 28 2015, passed away peacefully at Hospice Marlborough. In his 92nd year. Dearly loved husband of Mavis, much loved father and father-in-law of Noel and Lyndsay, Alan and Mel, Trevor and Denise, Ian and Debbie, and Annette. Dearly loved grandfa-ther and great grandfather of his grandchil-dren. Special thanks to all who have cared for Fred over the last two months. Messages may be sent to the Wilkinson Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service, or sent to P O Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A service for Fred will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 1pm Tuesday November 3, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

FridayFACT

The world’s smallest country is Vatican City, also known as the Holy See. The country fits within the Italian capital city of Rome and is just 0.44km2.

BARRETT, Wendy Marie: October 27, 2015.

BLACK, Richard Maurice: October 21, 2015.

BUUNK, Cornelis Jacobus (Neil): October 23, 2015.

CUMMINS, Yvonne Elizabeth: October 25, 2015.

EWART, Shirley Judith: October 25, 2015.

KINI, Elaine Joyce (Wallace): October 21, 2015.

LANGLEY, Barbara: October 24, 2015.

McMILLAN, George: OBE - October 23, 2015.

ROBB, Helen Edna: October 26, 2015.

ROBINSON, Brian Andrew John: October 19, 2015.

SAPSFORD, Patricia May (Pat) (nee Lublow): October 18, 2015.

WOOLLEY, Marjorie Elva (Marj): October 19, 2015.

WRIGHT, Katie Gleave (Kate): October 23, 2015.


Duo share sports trophyLucy Sheat and Eloise van Ve l t h o o v e n , s h a r e d t h e Sportsperson of the Year award at the Marlborough Girls’ College sports awards.Sheat represented New Zealand as a sprinter at the Youth Commonwealth Games in Samoa in September and at the Australian Youth Games.Van Velthooven, made the New Zealand women’s volleyball team for the first time in 2015 and captained both the MGC senior basketball and volleyball teams.

Woodley does it in GreymouthJock Woodley won the Formula 3 class at the annual Greymouth Street-races on Sunday.After winning the first of three races, he won the final race and re-set the lap record he had set in race one, while claiming the title.

Marlborough athleticsSenior Athletics on Tuesday at Athletic Park from 5.30pm is programme B comprising: 100 metres, 200 metres, 800 metres, 5000 metres, triple jump and discus. Everyone is welcome to participate and Children’s Club members are also welcome.

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Nix to be nixed?sports talk

Kicking the Wellington Phoe-nix out of the A-League would be a hammer blow to football in New Zealand.

For me, the Phoenix are like nice ambiance music – they’re on in the background of my sporting life.

Rarely do I turn them up or switch the channel to watch a game but I like following how they are going and would hap-pily jump on the bandwagon if they made a decent run to the finals.

However, it appeared Football Federation Australia (FFA) is quickly losing patience for the side which really struggles to draw a decent crowd.

In a stadium that seats 30,000 plus they’d be lucky to get a third

of that.Add into the fact Australia

plays in the stronger Asian confederation while New Zea-land languishes in the rather meaningless and weak Oceania zone, and it’s no wonder the Aus-sies want to wash their hands of a New Zealand franchise in their competition.

For those diehard ‘Yellow Fever’ supporters who gladly take off their shirts with 10 minutes to play if the Phoenix are leading a match, the end would be a sad one.

New Zealand has been haunted by appallingly bad football franchises like the New Zealand Knights and Football Kingz.

The Phoenix have done a lot better than those two Auckland-

based outfits but not that well.They’ve never contended for a

title in 10 seasons and have just played spoiler in most seasons.

The Phoenix does however of-fer a pathway for aspiring Kiwi footballers to get noticed.

Take the likes of 23-year-old Marco Rojas who burst on to the scene with the Phoenix in 2010, became arguably the best player in the A-League during two seasons with the Melbourne Victory and is now on loan to FC Thun from VfB Stuttgart.

Other players like Shane Smeltz and Kosta Barbarouses have all progressed their careers after starts with the Nix.

It will be interesting to see how the saga plays out but the current signs are not promising.

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New Zealand’s top rally duo Hayden Paddon and Blenheim’s John Kennard are happy with sixth in the World Rally Champion-ship’s Rally Spain after a strong finish.

Paddon and Kennard started the final six tarmac stages of Rally de España on Sunday (European time) in joint seventh place with exactly the same total time as their Hyundai Motorsport team-mate Thierry Neuville.

The duo had to concede seventh to Neuville for the morning’s opening stage, but regained the position with a top-five time in the next test.

He had a steady run through the remaining competitive stages, pushing on the penultimate stage to set the third-quickest time – his second of the rally – to hold seventh going into the final stage.

Unexpectedly rally leader Sébastien Ogier crashed, elevat-ing Paddon and Kennard into sixth

place and their team-mate Dani Sordo onto the podium with third.

The Spanish event is unique in that Friday’s stages are predomi-nantly gravel, while Saturday and Sunday’s are on fast, flowing tarmac roads.

The New Zealanders showed good pace on gravel with a joint fastest stage time and three more top-five times, to end Friday in seventh.

Two punctures hampered their performance on Saturday’s asphalt

runs, but Paddon was encouraged by his relative pace against his Hyundai Motorsport team-mates.

With three fifth-fastest times dur-ing Saturday’s eight special stages, including one where Paddon, Sordo and Ford driver Elfyn Evans all set exactly the same stage time.

With the overall position of sixth place wrapped up, Paddon added: “I am happy with how our weekend has gone overall. We made a good start on the mixed surface on day one and we have certainly shown a good improve-ment on tarmac compared to this time last year.

“We had a decent Sunday and were able to move back into seventh place, from where we just took it easy to bring the car home.

“We then, of course, moved into sixth place after Ogier’s incident in the final stage.”

The duo will now compete in their final rally of the season, the Rally of Great Britan in Wales.

Paddon and Kennard sixth in Spain

Kiwi rally duo Hayden Paddon and Blenheim co-driver John Kennard have finished sixth at the WRC Rally Spain at the weekend.

The Tasman Makos have 16 players in early New Zealand Super Rugby squads announced this week.

The Highlanders have seven players, including six forwards, with Marty Banks likely to steer the team around the park in the No 10 jersey as they look to defend their title.

Alex Ainley, Shane Christie and Joe Wheeler will all add plenty of experience while Liam Squire will challenge for the No 8 jersey.

Damaging prop Siua Halanukonuka has been given a call up as well though there is no room for fellow Tasman prop Kane Hames or utility player Trent Renata.

Both former Highlanders have not been picked up by any franchise.

The rebuilding Crusaders had already announced loose forward Pete Samu and youngster Mitchell Hunt would be in the mix.

Kieron Fonotia and David Havili return while prop Tim Perry will not be available until April after suffering an injury late in the ITM Cup campaign.

Tevita Koloamatangi and James Lowe will add much needed pace to the Chiefs backline, while hooker Quentin MacDon-ald returns to the Blues after a stint at the Chiefs.

Tasman halfback and Waimate product Billy Guyton will follow him there.

No one from Tasman will represent the Hurricanes at this stage unless injury cover presents an opportunity.

Highlanders desire Mako forwards for 2016

Highlanders: Alex Ainley, Shane Christie, Joe Wheeler, Ross Geldenhuys, Siua Halanu-konuka, Liam Squire, Marty Banks

Crusaders: Mitchell Hunt, Kieron Fonotia, David Havili, Pete Samu, Tim Perry (avail-able in April)

Chiefs: Tevita Koloamatangi, James LoweBlues: Quentin MacDonald, Billy Guyton.

Nearly one in five Sky subscribers will pull out once the Rugby World Cup is over, according to a report from one online streaming service, Lightbox.Nearly half of those consumers will also sign up with competing online streaming services, says the report commissioned by Lightbox, a local online streaming service.Sky has rejected those claims.

Sky to lose out after World Cup?

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