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30 Matariki Lantern Walk,Fri 30th June
Picton School Action Squad are hosting a Matariki Lantern Walk for the Picton community. Meet at Shelley Beach at 5.30 pm and walk to Picton foreshore. Bring warm clothing and a lantern. Enjoy the Waiata & storytelling. Receive a glow stick for a gold coin donation. BYO dinner optional.
www.pictonresource.co.nz 28th June 2017
PICTONHAPPENINGS
Mariners MallPicton 7220
03 573 7790
www.pictonresource.co.nz
www.facebook.com/ Picton-Resource-Centre
10.00am - 1.00pm weekdays
30 New Zealand Guitar Quartet, Fri 30th June
Arts on Tour NZ presents the New Zealand Guitar Quartet at the Picton Little Theatre. Formed in Wellington in 2010, the New Zealand Guitar Quartet has quickly developed a following around the country with invitations to perform both locally and overseas. Four uniquely accomplished guitarists, Christopher Hill, Jane Curry, John Couch and Owen Moriarty, bring an infectious energy to the concert stage. While their performances of contemporary and world music gain wide audience appreciation, a return to their roots on this AOTNZ tour will see them pay tribute to a range of artistic styles. Doors and bar open at 7.00 pm. Tickets are $20 and available from Take Note Picton or on the door.
03 International Plastic Bag Free Day, Mon 3rd July
Join Plastic Bag Free Picton in supporting International Plastic Bag Free Day on Monday 3rd July. There will be a day of celebration in Mariners Mall from 11.00am till 3.00pm. QCC will stage a fashion parade around the plastic theme and host a photo competition which you can help judge. Lovingly sewn bags from recycled fabrics will be available for a gold coin donation. There will be a display by Picton School, competitions, a plastic bag crochet demo and much more. Don't forget to bring your cloth bags when you come to town that day.
08 Picton Dawn Chorus AGM, Sat 8th July
Picton Dawn Chorus are holding their AGM in Le Cafe from 8.30 am onwards. All are welcome. Enjoy breakfast and socialise after the meeting.
16 Arts & Heritage Public Workshop, Sun 16th July
Picton Smart and Connected have launched a new Arts & Heritage working group who's aim is to connect and champion projects that promote Picton's arts and heritage, give community pride to locals and provide a regional identity. They are hosting a public workshop to launch the project, discuss ideas and identify short and long term goals. They will be aiming to include a submission to the Council's Long Term Plan later this year. The Working Group (co-led by Julie Kennedy and Richard Briggs) inviteinterested people to attend a public workshop to determine priorities for the working group. Please join them on Sunday 16th July, from 2pm at Le Café.
PICTON’s GREEN SCENETip: House plants can absorb household odours & chemicals. When we buy new carpet and furniture we can experience both of these. Plants are a great way to cleanse the air around your home as they take up chemicals and odours that may be �oating about. Better then spraying more chemicals on top.
Would you like to contribute?Email Linda your tips for a sustainable lifestyle to [email protected].
Brought to you by Linda Thompson of Plastic Bag Free Picton and Picton Smart & Connected Environment working group.
Pop-up Shop Takes FlightPICTON DAWN CHORUSBy Siobain Browning (PDC Coordinator)
www.pictondawnchorus.nzEmail: [email protected]
The �rst week of trade at the Picton Dawn Chorus trapping pop-up shop has been a great success. All the Goodnature traps have been sold, but luckily for us, the generous folk at Kiwibank have provided an additional $2,000 of subsidies so that we can order more Goodnature traps. However, at the price of $85 for Picton/Waikawa residents they are selling like hot cakes, so be quick!
We still have 150 of the $10 rat traps that need to �nd new homes in gardens in Picton and Waikawa – so make sure you come and get your trap and convince your family, friends and neighbours to get theirs too.
Volunteer Robyn Richards shows a customer how to set the Kiwibank sponsored rat trap.
Pop-up shop opening fromThursday 15 June 2017 at
21 Wellington StreetOpening hours 10am-1pm
Monday to Saturday
Thanks to another generous grant from
KIWIBANK we can o�er:Boxed Rat Trap $10.
Goodnature Self-resetting Traps (Rat or Possum) $85.
BUY YOUR (SUBSIDISED)
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TRAPS FROM $10 UP WARDS
For more information go to www.pictondawnchorus.nz/popupshop
or call 021 BIRDS12 (021 247 3712)
RAT TRAP NOW!!!and help make our town pest free!
It turns out that Picton isn’t the �rst place to have a shop dedicated to rat trapping. Far from it – Julien Aurouze & Co in Paris has been selling pest control items from its macabre shop since 1872 and "specialise de la deratisa-tion" is their tag line. We promise we won’t �ll our shop front with stu�ed, dead rats to follow their example. At the end of the day we are here to protect the birds and we hope you too will join our growing group e�ort.
Aurouoze shop front in Paris
Picton LibraryBy Helen Devlin
Picton Library and Council Service Centre67 High Street, PictonTel: 03 520 7493, Fax: 03 578 2783Email: [email protected]
Opening HoursMonday to Friday 8.00 am to 5.00 pmSaturday 10.00 am to 1.00 pmSunday 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm
Icy books to read, do you?A Polar Blast is on its way to whistle through the library these holidays. Our popular annual Winter Warmers holiday programme is set to get underway on Monday 3rd July (the week before school holidays begin). All ages welcome from pre-schoolers to teens. The programme �nishes Friday 21st July.
We have an exciting polar theme to inspire children to enjoy the library and reading, get creative with craft and learn about the Arctic and Antarctic.
Children don’t need to o�cially register for this programme but are able to come in anytime over the three week period and receive a four visit reading challenge card. Each time you visit and take library books home you receive a stamp and bookmark. (It’s a great set of polar animal bookmarks. Have fun collecting all 12). Visits two and four mean that you can choose a little prize from our polar shop.
We will be here to help and support you – tell us about what you’ve been reading and let us help you �nd your great reading adventures.
Every day of the holidays there will be a di�erent DIY polar craft to enjoy with the family. No bookings required, just turn up anytime between 9am - 4pm and get creative. We have all sorts of great polar craft ideas planned. Bring your friends and family. And it’s free!! You don’t have to be doing the reading challenge to join in with the crafts.
There are two free movie afternoons planned as well. Bring a cushion. We’ll have plenty of popcorn to see you through!!
So come along and get cosy in the cold these holidays and have some fun at your library. See the timetable to plan your visits.
What’s on?Tuesdays 10.30am Picton Spinners and KnittersFriday 30th June 10.30am Under 5’s Story and CraftMonday 3rd July Winter Warmers Holiday Programme - Polar Blast starts Wednesday 12th July 10.30am BookChat
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Week
One
3 July
4 July
5 July
Polar Storytime 3.30pm
6 July 7 July
Week
Two
10 July
School
Holidays
DIY Ice-Fishing Craft
11 July
DIY Snowflake Craft Movie Afternoon (Bring a cushion)
2.30pm
12 July
DIY Crafts
Polar Bear Day
13 July
DIY Craft
Origami
Artic Foxes
14 July
DIY Craft
Whale Cup Game
Week
Three
17 July
DIY Craft
Northern Lights
18 July
DIY Craft
Penguin Popper Toy
19 July
DIY Snowy Dough
Movie Afternoon (Bring a cushion)
2.30pm
20 July
DIY Craft
Snowy Owls
21 July
DIY Craft
Narwhals
Last day
Picton Library
Holiday
Programme Fun daily polar activities.
All ages welcome. Just turn up anytime between
9am – 4pm daily.
Pick up your
Icy books to read, do you?
library challenge card
and have fun reading.
Pick up your Icy books to read, do you? holiday reading challenge card.
Stories Prizes
Crafts Movies Penguins
As we head into winter, it’s time to re�ect on the busy summer season we leave behind. We’re a tourist town and main trunk connection between north and south, and all residents, whether involved in tourism or not, cannot fail to notice the swell of people coming through Picton (and we may see a winter boost if our plan for an America’s Cup welcome parade comes to pass, with Picton’s Joe Sullivan a key part of the winning team!). Over these cooler months, we can enjoy the tranquillity of the town and take time out for holidays and recharging batteries. For our volunteer group the focus is on reviewing our e�orts of the past 12 months, working towards completing projects and starting new ones.
Chrissy Powlesland, Chair, PS&C
QUEEN’S SERVICE MEDAL: You could almost hear the cheer go up around Picton when Beryl Bowers was awarded the Queen’s Service Medal in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Huge congratulations to Beryl, who has put her heart and soul into the community and tirelessly helped shape our harbour town over several decades.
We are so proud of her achievements as an inaugural member of the Picton Smart & Connected team, on the Steering Group and several working groups. But she’s best known as the driving force behind the Picton Maritime Festival. She’s also a key player behind the annual Picton Christmas Parade, and ensures Picton remains top of mind for Marlborough 4 Fun. Descended from old Picton families, she helped open the town’s �rst creche, and the Picton Playcentre on Waitohi Place, and many other activities. You name it - if it’s good for Picton, you’ll �nd Beryl involved or driving it somehow!
NEW STEERING GROUP MEMBER: We are delighted to advise that Julie Kennedy has recently joined the Picton Smart & Connected Steering Group. One of her �rst projects is to co-lead the newly formed Arts & Heritage Working Group (see below) alongside Richard Briggs. Julie has been a volunteer in various Working Groups since 2015. A published writer, poet and historian Julie has also been representing Picton in a wider region sense, on the Marlborough Smart and Connected Heritage Forum. We are thrilled to have her join our Steering Group and look forward to her input and expertise.
Picton Smart and Connected
Email: [email protected] - Website: www.pictonsmartandconnected.co.nzwww.facebook.com/pictonsmartandconnected or www.facebook.com/PictonMyPlace
MARK THE DIARY FOR SUNDAY 16TH JULY: There’s been a strong feeling in the community that arts and heritage has not had a compelling voice in the development of Picton as a town, and that now is our time to champion these areas. Picton is at the heart of the Sounds, and has a fascinating heritage with many passionate groups and individuals either volunteering or working in this sector. We want to bring people together to form a stronger network – to build awareness of activity in the arts; and focus on aspects of our heritage that should be celebrated and preserved. Major goals of the new Arts/Heritage Working Group will be established after a Public Workshop in July. In general terms, the group aims to build greater awareness of activity in both sectors within the town and beyond.
The Working Group is co-led by Steering Group members Julie Kennedy and Richard Briggs. They invite interested people to attend a public workshop to determine priorities for the working group. Please join them on Sunday 16th July, from 2pm at Le Café.
SUBMISSIONS TO MDC ANNUAL PLAN 2017/18: Picton Smart and Connected made a variety of submissions to the Marlborough District Council 2017/2018 Annual Plan on topics such as Freedom Camping, Bike/Walk Tracks, Picton Way�nding Signage, Public Spaces etc. The submissions are available from the Marlborough District Council website or you can email [email protected] for more details.
The main presentation seeking funding was for completion of the Picton to Waikawa Marina pathway, which is already getting a lot of use and great feedback from individuals and families, cyclists and walkers of all ages about the improvements to date (and a bit of frustration from those who’d like to see the safe top layer laid as soon as possible!). We have had wonderful support from Crafar Crouch in keeping the budget tight by �tting work in around their other commitments, which means it takes a little longer. Even in winter it’s being used well by locals, and come summer it should o�er an excellent safe short walk for visitors.
Alongside this, we sought funding for completion of way�nding signage around Picton and towards the pathways – again bene�ting both locals and visitors – and encouraging people to explore the town. We’ll have more on the designs soon – which will have a unique character through Te Atiawa involvement.
PS&C WORKING GROUPS: VISITOR ECONOMY - PUBLIC SPACES - BIKE WALK - FREEDOM CAMPING - LIBRARY - ARTS & HERITAGE - COMMUNICATIONS
HOCKEY SKILLS & DRILLS
We have had Dannielle from Hockey Marlborough out at Waikawa Bay School this month on Thursday’s running skills and drills for all classes. All the students really love the opportunity to get outside and run around. We have practiced hitting, dribbling and pushing the ball. We always �nish o� with mini games. Ryan said, “he loved the skills and games the best”. Who knows, maybe we have a future Black Stick in the school.
By Ellie and Bailee
Waikawa Bay School
PICTON HERITAGE & WHALING MUSEUM
Thanks to a loan from ex-Contstable John O’Halloran, we have set up a display about Picton
Jail which includes the charge book dating back to Queen Victoria’s reign.
Museum hours are 10 - 4 dailyPhone 573-8283 or call in at 9 London Quay
3rd July 201711.00 - 3.00 in Mariners Mall
COME & HELP US CELEBRATEINTERNATIONAL PLASTIC BAG FREE DAY
• Queen Charlotte College will stage a fashion parade around a plastic theme• Lovingly sewn bags from recycled fabric available for a gold coin donation• Demonstrations on how to crochet a handbag from recycled plastic bags• A display by Picton Primary School• A Queen Charlotte College photo competition for you to judge• Grocery bags to give away• Guess how many plastic bags our town uses every day and win a prize
EVENTS THROUGH OUT THE DAY
www.plasticbagfreeday.orgwww.plasticbagfreepicton.co.nz
IN PICTON
Angle Street, PictonIn the coming weeks Marlborough District Council’s contractor Crafar Crouch Construction Picton will be replacing the sewer main in Angle Street due to the poor condition of the existing main.
This work will not cause disruption to service, however due to the narrowness of this section of road there may be disruption to tra�c �ows.
Please allow a little extra time when leaving or returning to your property. Kerb side parking will not be permitted within the construction zone.
If you have any concerns during construction please speak to the site supervisor or the Manager of Crafar Crouch Construction Picton Ltd.
Answer found for road safety issue at Waikawa Bay Primary SchoolA longstanding request from the families of children attending Waikawa Bay School is to be answered with the formation of safer roadside space along Waikawa Road.
During the hearing of submissions on the Council’s Annual Plan, the Waikawa Ratepayers and Residents Association appealed to the Council for a footpath to be formed between the school and Turners Road. Residents’ spokesman Hiram Taylor told councillors that concerns for pupil safety needed to be addressed.
Picton councillor Nadine Taylor says issues over neighbouring land ownership and the existence of a deep roadside drain had previously complicated the matter but a cost-e�ective solution had now been found.
“Instead of a big drainage, kerbing and channelling project that would have been necessary for a footpath to be constructed, we’ll retain and �ll the roadside to create a 50-metre grassed berm along Waikawa Road. This should make enough space for cars to pull over and give children a safe corridor to the school, without them having to walk along the edge of a busy road.”
“The community has been very patient in waiting for this road safety issue to be resolved but they’ve also been persistent in telling us that a sensible solution is needed. I’m pleased we’ve now found an answer that will create a safer space for children and parents, and one that works within the roads budget,” she said.
Marlborough Mayor John Leggett said he was happy to see Council use its existing budgets to respond to some of the relatively small infrastructure improvements which communities considered important enough to raise during the Annual Plan process.
Dog RegistrationIt is the dog owner's responsibility to ensure their dog is correctly registered with their local authority. Not only is it part of being a responsible dog owner, it is a legal requirement.
Your dog must wear a current registration tag to ensure your dog can be identi�ed. The current 2016/2017 registration colour is blue. If your dog is found not wearing the correct registration tag it may be deemed as unregistered.
Register your dog by 1 July. For more information visit www.marlborough.govt.nz/services/dogs-and-other-animals/dog-registration
www.marlborough.govt.nz
Waitohi Rugby results (17th June 2017)
A massive win for the Crafar Crouch Waitohi Premier team who beat Harlequins 59 – 10 on Lansdowne Park, at the quarter stage Quinns held a small lead but Tohi just piled on the pressure and trampled any hopes they had of a victory. Ofa Folau who was this week named in the wider Tasman Mako Training Squad ran in two tries, other try scorers were Taimi Fangatua, Callam Adams, Corey Bovey, Karlos Tautari, Taraiasi Wara, Isaac Briggs and Tim O’Malley, Tim who is also in the Mako Squad also converted 7 of the tries.
KAM Transport Waitohi Under 14 travelled to Nelson to take on the top team that side of the Hills, Wanderers have been put 100 points on teams on several occasions this year so although hopes were high many including myself thought this might be Waitohi’s �rst loss. I need to apologise to the team for doubting them, by all accounts the team lifted and played the best they have all season running out 36 – 19 winners.
By Sam Swain
Waitohi Rugby Club
I was lucky enough to watch the Fresh Choice Cars Waitohi Under 12 team play on Endeavour Park, they started slowly against Moutere who are the other strong team in the competition, conceding three early tries to trail 19 -0 before turning on the afterburners to run out 24 – 19 winners.
The Coventry Cars Waitohi Under 10 side were just pipped by Moutere at Spring Creek.
The Hitec Automotive Under 9’s playing at home managed a 10 try to 7 victory over Central, Ryan Quinn and Malachi Manu both scored three tries, Ocean Baker ran in two and Harlem Stammers and Caleb Robertson also dotting down.
The Picton Motordrome Waitohi Under 8’s lifted their game to beat Central 7 tries to 3, again playing better than before.
The Merv Scott Decorating Under 7 team remained unbeaten all be it with a Bye.
The Picton Sportsworld Under 6 kids travelled to Spring Creek and narrowly beat Moutere.
NZQA rated, renew or full �rst aid at work courses. Fun & fast. Call Nine Scott on 0800 9347837 or email
1ST AIDcourse at Picton Fire Station on Friday 30th June. Starts 8.30am.
Visa/Mastercard accepted. (Rural subsidies available)
Picton Courses
Re�exology Workshop Monday 12th July, 6.30 pm
Le Cafe, London Quay, Picton
An introduction to re�exology with Kate from Petal Holistic Health. FREE ENTRY !! Come and learn about this ancient acupressure massage
technique for your feet and hands : where it began and how it can help for stress and disease. Include a brief practical lesson on how to relieve
headaches using acupressure points on the hands. PS: Don't forget your questions, pen and paper for your personal notes!
Volunteer in Picton
Are looking for volunteers for your organisation? Ask
at the Picton Resource Centre for more
information on how we can help.
T: 03 573 7790E: [email protected]
co.nz/volunteers
PICTON WEEKLY EVENTSMONDAYTai Chi: 8.00 am, Jade Lodge, 37-41 Auckland St Picton Walking Group: 9.30 am, Picton RSA carpark Tumble Tots: 10.30 am, Port Marlborough PavilionWriters of Picton: 11.30 am, 1st Mon of month, Picton Library Senior Citizens: 1.00 pm onwards, Picton RSA Junior Badminton: 3.15 – 4.30 pm onwards, QCC Gym Arapawa Boxing Club: 5.30 – 6.15 pm, Picton Scout HallGirl Guides: 6.00 – 8.00 pm, St. Josephs School Sounds Accordionaires: 7.00 – 8.30 pm, 62 Moana View
TUESDAYTai Chi: 8.00 am, Jade Lodge, 37 - 41 Auckland St Yin Yoga: 8.30 - 9.45 am, Port Marlborough PavilionSt. Joseph’s Catholic Church: Mass 9.00 amPicton Playcentre: 9.30am - Noon, 5 Waitohi PlacePicton Newcomers Network: 1st & 3rd Tues of month 10.00 - 11.30 am, Seabreeze CaféTable Tennis: 10.00 am– Noon, Picton Little TheatreSpinners and Knitters: 10.30 am, Picton LibraryPicton Women's Institute: 1st Tues of month, 12.00 – 3.00 pm, Anglican Church HallTasty Cooking Club: 3.30 – 4.30 pm, Picton Library Aikido Adult Classes: 6.00 pm, Port Marlborough PavilionPicton Yoga With Kate: 6.00 – 7.00 pm, 32 Waimarama StHousie: 7.00 pm, Picton RSASenior Badminton: 7.00 pm onwards, QCC Gym
WEDNESDAYTai Chi: 8.00 am, Jade Lodge, 37-41 Auckland StSt. Joseph’s Catholic Church: Mass 9.00 amPicton Men's Shed: 9.00 am – 4.00 pm, Men’s ShedAnglican (Holy Trinity) Church: Service 10.00 am, 38 York StWeightwatchers: 10.00 am, St Joseph's SchoolQC Fellowship Club: 2nd Weds of month, 10.00 am, Port Marlborough PavilionPicton Poets: 3rd Weds of month, 10.30 am, Picton LibraryPicton Bowling Club:12.45 pm , 25 Kent StreetArapawa Boxing Club: 5.30 – 6.15 pm, Picton Scout HallDance Fit: 6.00 – 7.00 pm, Port Marlborough Pavilion Picton Lions (Tea): 6.30 pm, The Barn, 1st Weds of the monthPicton Lions (Committee): 6.30 pm, Port Marlborough Pavilion, 3rd Weds of the monthKonga: 6.30 pm, Picton School HallEuchre: 6.30 pm, Mikeys BarIndoor Bowls: 7.00 pm, Port Marlborough Pavilion Quiz Nights: 7.30 pm, Picton RSA & ClubScottish Country Dancing: 7.30 pm, Picton Little Theatre
THURSDAYTai Chi: 8.00 am, Jade Lodge, 37-41 Auckland StSt. Joseph’s Catholic Church: Exposition 11.00-12.00 pmUnion Parish Op Shop: 9.00 am – 2.00 pm, 40 BroadwayPicton Playcentre: 9.30am - Noon, 5 Waitohi PlaceMainly Music: 9.30 – 10.45 am, Picton Anglican Church Senior Net Workshop: 10.00 am 3rd Thurs of month, Library Table Tennis Club: 10.00 – Noon, Port Marlborough PavilionGrey Power: 3rd Thurs of month, 1.30 – 3.30pm, Picton RSA,Pottery: 1.00 – 3.00pm, Essons Valley Art & Craft Cribbage: 1.30 – 4.00 pm , Marina Cove Club Room Aikido Children’s Class: 5.00 pm, Port Marlborough PavilionAikido Adult Class: 6.00 pm, Port Marlborough PavilionYurt Yoga at Mount Pleasant: 6.00 – 7.30 pm, Yoga Yurt Aikido Adult Classes: 6.00 pm, Port Marlborough Pavilion,Sounds Orchestral Ukelele Group (S.O.U.P.): 6.30 pm , Marina Cove Club RoomBridge Club: 6.45 pm, Union Parish Church Hall
FRIDAYTai Chi: 8.00 am, Jade Lodge, 37-41 Auckland StPicton Pav Yoga: 9.15 – 10.30 am, Port Marlborough PavilionPicton Amateur Art Group: 10.00 am – 3.00pm, Picton RSA Under 5’s Stories & Craft: 10.30 am, Picton LibraryWelcome In: 1st Fri of month, 11.00 am, Wave CaféPicton Newcomers Network: 5.00-6.00 pm, Seabeeze CaféPicton Wine Club: 6.15 pm, Picton Little Theatre, 1st Fri of the month
SATURDAYTai Chi: 8.00 am, Jade Lodge, 37-41 Auckland St Junior Football , Rugby & Cricket: 9.00am onwards, Port Marlborough PavilionPicton Men's Shed: 9.00 am – Noon, Men’s ShedPicton Bowling Club: 12.45 pm, 25 Kent St St. Joseph’s Catholic Church: Vigil Mass 6.00 pm
SUNDAYTai Chi: 8.00 am, Jade Lodge, 37-41 Auckland StAnglican (Holy Trinity) Church: Service 9.00 & 10.30 amSt. Joseph’s Catholic Church: Mass 9.00 amUnion Parish of Picton: Service 10.00 am Picton Baptist Church: Service 10.00 amBuddhism for Daily Life (Marlborough Group): 1st Sun of month, 10.00 am, 8 Moana View RdChristian Life Centre: Service 11.30 amSt. John in the Wilderness Koromiko: 6.30pm (2nd & 4th Sundays of month)
If you would like to add an event to this listing or make an amendment please contact the Resource Centre on 03 573 7790 or email [email protected].
For more information on any of the events listed here visit www.pictonresource.co.nz/community-directory
