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Issue 80 • October 2013
SENIOR GENERATION ACTION
AND ISSUES – NELSON TASMAN
06 08 11
Model trains are
just the ticket
Nelson Airport
turns 75!
Spring gardening
tips and advice
Proudly brought to you by Tasman District Council - supporting our region’s communities and their interests
Spring is in the air! How to get your copy!
Here at Mudcakes & Roses we have the Mudcakes and Roses is no longer mailed free to readers. The magazine is
privilege of meeting many wonderful still widely available, at Council’s Office, Service Centres, Libraries and the
volunteers doing amazing things Richmond Mall. You can also read it online at the Tasman District Council
around our region. And the Nelson website, www.tasman.govt.nz/mudcakes.
Modellers Club volunteers who man Alternatively, readers can pay a $10 annual subscription to receive Mudcakes
the model trains at Tahunanui Beach in the mail. Contact Shailey McLean at the Tasman District Council Ph. 03 543 8578.
every Sunday (page 6) are certainly no
exception. When the club’s publicity
officer Rosemary Dyer was asked why
she and her husband do what they
Sophie’s Picks for
do each week, she says “Because we
love it and it keeps us young and fit Nelson Arts Festival
and healthy!” What a great example
Nelson Arts Festival Director Sophie Kelly provides
of positive ageing - exactly what
Mudcakes & Roses is all about. her top picks for Mudcakes & Roses readers…
Spring is now well and truly with Poetry and Song
us – and the increasing sunshine and
milder temperatures will no doubt be I’m really excited about this show. I’m sure
encouraging many of you to get out it will delight and surprise people to hear
into the garden and turn your attention leading New Zealand poet Bill Manhire
to your plants and vegetagbles. Our and his poetry turned into beautiful songs.
regular columnist Philippa Foes-Lamb Hannah Griffin has an absolutely stunning
voice which will reach into your heart. She’s
has some great tips about growing a
accompanied by Norman Meehan whose
bumper crop of soft fruit (page 11).
piano work is incredible. They read and played
Also in this issue is a reader survey. The last to huge ovations at the Frankfurt Book Fair
one was done in 2010 and you gave us some last year and were a huge hit at the Festival
great ideas including introducing the regular of Colour. The Granary Cafe is a wonderful
gardening column. We’d love to hear from setting for this trio’s performance.
you again. We’re considering making some
changes to the magazine for 2014, but we
want to ensure we keep the things you value Gifted
the most. So please do take the time to fill This is the beautiful dramatisation of Patrick
the survey out – it could win you The Tasman Evans’ book Gifted about two of New Zealand’s
Collection set of books. most acknowledged writers – Janet Frame
Your feedback and story ideas are and Frank Sargeson. Gifted received rave
welcome – email reviews after its recent Christchurch Arts
mudcakes@hothouse.co.nz, Festival performance. One reviewer described
call us on Ph. 03 928 0091 or write it as a “polished and engaged production of a
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Found Tales
For anyone wanting to learn more about
Nelson’s history through new tales, then Found
Tales is a must-see. It’s a unique, site specific
show where the audience are taken through
several locations around Founders Heritage
Park, guided from one performance to another.
You can witness lost love in the tearooms, death
on the ocean, stories of passion, war, crime and
more. It’s a storytelling delight and a wonderful
piece of work from Three Bridges and local
theatre company, Body in Space.
Niu Sila
This is an hilarious yet poignant story of an
unlikely friendship that will change their lives. The Nelson Arts Festival is
It’s written by two of New Zealand’s top comedy
writers Oscar Kightley (Sione’s Wedding, Naked presented by Nelson City
Samoans) and Dave Armstrong (Le Sud) and Council as a celebration
it’s not surprising that this an award-winning,
international play – it’s a wonderful combination
for locals and attraction
of thought-provoking and riotously funny for visitors. It runs from
theatre. The story spans a thirty-year friendship October 11 to 28 2013.
between the new kid in town, a Samoan boy,
and a European boy, and how despite their Grab a full programme
divergent cultures they grow into great friends. from Nelson City Council,
libraries, retailers, cafes
and key visitor outlets
Michael Houstoun in Nelson or visit
Moonlight Sonata www.nelsonartsfestival.co.nz
Michael is simply magic on the piano. He’s to book your tickets.
a multi-award winning musician and New
Zealand’s foremost Beethoven pianist,
ranking among the great Beethoven pianists
of our time. His awards include placing
internationally at three of the world’s most
distinguished piano competitions. Michael’s
Moonlight Sonata concert is a repeat cycle
of his famous Beethoven tour 20 years ago:
the complete 32 sonatas, presented in 40
concerts around the country.
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ISSUE 80. OCTOBER 2013 03.
Region’s Rural Heritage Celebrated
at A&P Shows
Is there anything more quintessentially Kiwi than combs and normal combs will show the differences of how
an A&P Show? Many kiwis young and old will have much wool is left on each ewe. There’ll be a Goat Emporium with
samples of goat’s milk as well as various cheeses. There’s a strong
memories of petting the lambs, admiring the hottest
contingent in the equestrian section and displays of historical
home-baking or feeling sick on the ferris wheel after farming equipment, vintage cars and Hot Rods. The local Young
eating too much candyfloss at an A&P Show. Farmers Club is putting on a competition and there will be a Trade
The ‘A&P’ stands for Agricultural and Pastoral Association and Fair with stalls showing and selling various items including food.
many of the district’s shows have been running for decades. Each Competitions have been ongoing, these will be displayed and
district’s show has its own unique flavour. And this year is a special awards given to the winners.
one for the Tapawera BGAC Show. Mudcakes & Roses caught up How would you describe the atmosphere at the Tapawera
with one of the organisers, Belinda Palmer to find out more... BGAC Show?
What’s special about the 2013 Tapawera BGAC Show? Fun, relaxed, happy, friendly and informative.
This year we are celebrating 70 years. In recognition the How significant is the BGAC show to the Tapawera
committee has chosen a theme of ‘Back in the Day’. Community?
Tell us a bit about the history of the show... The Tapawera BGAC show is the heart of the community.
BGAC stands for Boys and Girls Agricultural Club, commonly It’s Tapawera’s biggest day of the year. It’s also one of the
known as the Tapawera Show. During the Second World few days when locals en masse, down tools to help and take
War a program to encourage food production was started part in a day that has far reaching effects. Many children
by the government. The BGAC movement, becoming who participate at the BGAC go on to become stock agents,
established throughout much of the country at this time, was farmers and rural bank managers as well as vets.
administered through the education system and provided the Why should people come along to this year’s show?
structure for practical and competitive education in plant and
A fantastic fun friendly day out in the country, come and meet
animal husbandry.
your neighbours! A unique farming experience close to the city
How many people does the show normally attract and with lots of seating in the form of hay bales, scattered round.
where from? Nothing like it!
Around 5,000 people. Yet given the combined size of the
Tapawera Area School grounds and the Memorial Reserve,
plus free parking available, we have the potential to cater to A&P Show Dates:
a much larger number. We’d like to attract more people from Tapawera BGAC Show: 2 November 2013
urban areas as we feel we have a show which will appeal to a
wide range of people. Nelson Show: 23 – 24 November 2013
What sort of events, attractions does the show feature? Motueka Show: 6 – 8 December 2013
This year one of the highlights of the show will be The Teddy Bear Golden Bay Show: January 2014
Shearing Competition - great for the kids and informative and
interesting for the general public. There will be a demonstration
Murchison Show: February 2014
of a normal shearing day and the use of blade shearing, cover
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04. Mudcakes and Roses
2 N11amov 2013
ndnd
Retro Fun Ride For the Whole Family !
A 10km fun ride for EVERYONE around
the scenic Stoke bike paths.
Registration at the Honest Lawyer from 9.00am
* Entry by Gold Coin donation - proceeds to the Great Taste Trail
A 10km fun ride for
* Dress up in vintage/retro theme to win prizes
* Oodles of spot prizes and fun for the whole family
EVERYONE
* Get a quick maintenance check at the Big Bike Tune Up
* Scrumptious food and beverage
around the scenic Stoke bike paths.
* Get your Nelson Tasman Cycle Trails Passport stamped
Registration at The Honest Lawyer from 9am
E-mail: RetroFunRide@Outlook.com
* Entry by Gold Coin donation - proceeds to the Great Taste Trail
* Dress up in vintage/retro theme to win prizes
Join an outing** Oodles
Getwith
of spot prizes and fun for the whole family
a quick maintenance check at the Big Bike Tune Up
Driving Miss Daisy!
* Scrumptious food and beverage
* Get your Nelson Tasman Cycle Trails Passport stamped
E-mail: RetroFunRide@Outlook.com
Would you like to get out to enjoy the
sunshine? Come on an escorted outing with
The Get Moving Retro Fun Ride would like to thank:
Driving Miss Daisy.
The afternoon
It could be fish & chips at the beach, Honest Lawyer, Stoke New World, Stoke Cycles,
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You can either:
Gather a group of friends together and call us to
discuss your requirements; or call us to register
your interest and next time
we are planning an outing
we will call and see if you
want to join us.
For more information please
call Frances on (03) 547 2133
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ISSUE 80. OCTOBER 2013 05.
Model Trains Are
Just the Ticket All aboard! Train Conductor Terence Stansbury
checks the train before departure
If you’re a parent or grandparent living in Nelson- boiler certificates and are regularly inspected by the Model
Tasman, chances are you’ve spent a few Sundays Engineering Association of New Zealand. Club members all
have First Aid certificates and require a special licence to drive
at the “trains” in Tahunanui.
the trains. “It’s an in-house licence. You have to know how to
The tiny and dedicated band of volunteers who keep the model fuel up, check the oil, set the train up, check the brakes are
trains running each week are members of the Nelson Society working and what to do if it de-rails,” says Rosemary.
of Modellers. The club was established in 1958 to cater for the Depending on the weather,the season and what else is on,
interests of local model enthusiasts and included among the there can be anywhere from 300 to over 1000 visitors on
varied interests of its members are hobbies such as as clock- a Sunday afternoon.
making, the construction and operation of steam locomotives,
And why do they do it? “Because we love it! It keeps us fit,
traction engines, small stationary engines and model boats.
young and active,” says Rosemary. “And we love seeing the
Mudcakes and Roses recently caught up with the club’s looks on the kiddies faces.”
Publicity Officer Rosemary Dyer and outgoing Club President
While outgoing Club President Gavin Hargreaves agrees with that
Gavin Hargreaves to find out more about what it takes to keep
sentiment, its clear there are challenges as well. A small, static
the trains running – and what keeps the volunteers coming
membership and the state of the Modellers Pond which is choked
back week after week, year after year.
with algae and weeds are an ongoing source of frustration.
“We’re all volunteers and we fundraise for everything,” says
Rosemary who togther with her husband, has been involved
for more years than she cares to remember. “Each running
day we’ll walk the track to make sure there are no stones and
ensure its in good condition – no vandal damage or hazards
and check the points. We’ve also got to set up the trains to get
them running – check the oil, fuel, brakes and that the wagons
are all connected. The steam trains are more intense to set
up, you have to fire the boilers up. Then at the end of the day
it takes half an hour to empty the fire boxes out and let them
cool down. It’s a lot of work – people don’t realise.”
Rosemary says club members range from ‘youngsters’ up to people
in their 80s. Many are self-taught engineers and some families
have three generations involved. Most of the trains have been built
by members. While some keep their trains on site, others transport
them. “One member comes over from Blenheim each week and
we have another chap from Dunedin who comes up with his trains
every summer and stays at the camp,” says Rosemary.
Safety is paramount and the club has to follow very strict From left: Nelson Modellers Society members Alan Malaquin (Engine Owner),
Robin Lawes, Gavin Hargreaves, Suzie Hargreaves and Rosemary Dyer get
safety rules for operating the trains. The steam trains require the Conway engine (Thomas to the kids!) ready for a Sunday session
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“We really need new members. It takes at least Key Facts
15-20 members to run for a day on a Sunday and • Nelson Society of Modellers was established in 1958
we’ve got a core membership of 15 plus another • The first fixed train track (a small oval) at Tahunanui
opened in 1961
6-7 who come to working bees. We’d love to have • The current raised track is 550 metres and the ground level
some new members come on board,” he says. track is 960 metres
The Nelson City Council and the society have been working • The model trains run every Sunday (weather permitting)
for years to find a solution to clearing the pond. A 2012 from 1.00 pm til 4.00 pm. The club also runs some night
report prepared for council recommended lining the pond events and Christmas events
as the best long-term option – however its also an expensive • There’s a clubhouse with displays of models including static
one, and one that still requires approval from the incoming models and steam engines running on compressed air, O gauge
Council in its long-term plan. model rail layout and OO gauge model rail layout
Despite these challenges, • Most of the trains have been built by members
Gavin remains upbeat about • The largest ‘Kiwi Rail’ train was built by Ikon Engineering,
modelling as a hobby. “It’s a cost $34,000 and can tow six wagons with 24 or 25 people
great hobby and one that • It normally takes between two to ten years to build a
can be done with very model locomotive.
little financial outlay
initially as we have Get Involved
all of the equipment • The club is on the lookout for new members and you don’t
here. We’ve got need any special skills to join – roles can be found or created
a great band of based on your talents and interests
volunteers and • Club locomotives are available, you do not have to own or
excellent facilities. build a locomotive
We don’t just cater • To find out more, pop down on a Sunday, talk to one of the
for youngsters – club members and pick up an application form. For further
we cater for the information visit www.nelsonmodellers.org.nz
young at heart.”
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ISSUE 80. OCTOBER 2013 07.
Fasten Your Belts... and Prepare to Celebrate
Did you know that Nelson Airport was the first days of ‘aviation awakenings’ by the region’s pioneering aviators
place in New Zealand to use bulldozers during its through to the adventures of those who served in aviation military
services during the wars, to more recent developments such as the
construction? Or that the region’s first air mail
effects of industry deregulation in the 1980s.
service was to Westport?
“Aviation is such a fast-moving industry it’s impossible to
Nelson Airport will celebrate its 75th birthday in November. predict where the airport will be in another 75 years,” says
And to mark the occasion, there’s a community fun day Kaye. “You just have to look at how far we’ve come in the last
planned for Saturday 30 November 2013 where the airport’s 75 years to see that.”
fascinating history will be on display. Along with activities
for all the family, there will be some very special VIPs – Very
Important Planes such as the Avro Anson – the only one of its
type flying in the world and a North American Aircraft – the
Some Facts about Nelson Airport
AT-6 ‘Texan’, the only ‘Texan’ in New Zealand. • An Air Mail service started in 1932, between Nelson
Mudcakes & Roses caught up with Nelson Airport’s Chief and Westport. In 1936 a Cook Strait mail service
Executive Kaye McNabb to find out more about the celebrations. was added. However it wasn’t until 1938 that the
“We want to commemorate the event and also show the airport’s first commercial flight took off from the
progress from then until now,” says Kaye. “The community fun current airport site – on 30 November 1938
day is our way of celebrating with the community who are so • Nelson Airport was the first place in the country
supportive and so much a part of the success of this airport. We’re to have earthworks done by bulldozers. These were
very lucky in Nelson that the airport is so central.” imported by Gough Gough and Hamer from the
As part of the festivities, a book celebrating the region’s aviation USA and cost 10,000 pounds. They were described
history will also be launched. Written by well known aviation at the time as a ‘startling innovation’
authors and historians Richard Waugh and Graeme McConnell,
• Some of the airport is built on reclaimed land as
‘The Story of Nelson Aviation’ has been several years in the making
and features hundreds of historic photographs. It charts the early Jenkins stream used to run through the middle.
The Golf Club was already there, but it was
otherwise surrounded by farmland
• The airport was used as an airforce base during
Need support and the Second World War
• The Harbour Board facilitated the original land
professional care acquisition and the setting up of the airport. During
in your own home?
its 75 years, the airport has had various styles of
governance. In recent years its been managed by
Nelson Airport Ltd and it’s focus is on servicing the
region and contribution to the community
• A large number of airlines have come and gone
over the years – Cook Strait Air, National Airways
Corporation (NAC), Tasman Aviation Ltd, Air Nelson
Ltd, Origin Pacific Airways to name just a few
• Today, Nelson Airport is the fourth busiest airport
in New Zealand for scheduled passenger flights,
servicing more than three quarters of a million
passengers each year
• There are more than 30 businesses that make up
the airport community.
Call Nelson’s qualified provider of Nelson Airport community fun day is on Saturday,
home based support services. 30 November 2013 from 10.00am to 4.00pm. For
further information see www.nelsonairport.co.nz
Contact our branch:
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with support from sponsors and advertising.
The purpose of the magazine is to:
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to us, or drop it in to your nearest Council Service Centre (see addresses on back of form). All returned surveys go in
the draw to win the full catalogue of Tasman Collection books including A Place to Live, Lifestyle for All Seasons
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Fax 03 525 9972A Spring in your step
Hi, it’s mid-Spring good dressing of fabulous fish compost
and everything in (Bay Landscapes), sheep manure pellets
and sulphate of potash will give them a
the garden is looking much needed boost now. Strawberries
amazing. I’m always in look really pretty in hanging baskets and
awe of the phenomenal as the fruit tends to hang down over the
growth spurt that side it stays clean and is really easy to
harvest. Birds are also less likely to get
happens at this time of
to your strawberries if they are close to
year. There is so much your house.
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to do in the garden now If you adore other soft fruits such as
that it can be hard to blueberries, raspberries, gooseberries or red and black currants but
know where to start. you don’t have enough room for them, don’t let that deter you.
Lots of soft fruits will do really well in containers. Raspberries can
It’s the perfect time to sow new lawns or repair any bare
be fairly invasive so growing them in containers is a great way to
patches in existing ones. Preparation is the key when it comes
enjoy their luscious fruit without them taking over your garden.
to establishing a new lawn. Cultivate your soil to a fine tilth
Because their growth can be fairly vigorous they will need splitting
(the soil needs to run through your fingers easily), rake it
up and re-potting every season or two. Blueberries, raspberries and
level and then water gently with a sprinkler or fine hose mist.
gooseberries love full sun whilst red currants prefer sun or semi-
Scatter your chosen lawn seed over it as evenly as you can (I
shade. Black currants do really well in a shady spot so you could
sow more seed than recommended because birds always steal
even grow them in a shaded entranceway.
some) and then toss a thin layer of soil or seed raising mix
over it. Tamp the area down with the head of a rake and water To help ensure healthy growth, choose a lovely large
it again. It’s really important to keep the area damp until the container, fill with your favourite good quality potting mix
seed germinates. If you are patching an existing lawn, fill any and place a handful of sheep manure pellets on top of the
bare patches with fine soil and follow the same method. mix every so often. A teaspoon or two of sulphate of potash
every couple of months during the growing season will also
Strawberries will be putting on good growth now and flowers will
help flowering and fruit. Regular watering is perhaps the most
start appearing. Strawberries thrive on plenty of nourishment so a
important factor for success.
It’s potato planting time and you can also start planting
tomatoes, courgettes, pumpkins, aubergines, peppers and
other summer vegetables. In early October it is best to plant
tomatoes etc in a very sheltered site but from late October
Wensley House
onwards the soil will be warm enough for summer crops to be
planted anywhere, even in amongst your flowers. Early peas
can be direct sown now and you can also sow salad greens,
beetroot, carrots, runner beans and so much more.
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Saturday at 2.40 pm. Happy gardening.
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To celebrate International Day of Older Persons
on 1 October, the Nelson Tasman Positive Aging
in Richmond
Forum organised a week long ‘Open Day’ from The sight and sound of Tui in the Richmond area
30 September to 4 October 2013. has been on the rise for a number of years thanks
The theme of this year’s event was ‘Use it or Lose it’ – a phrase to the hard work and dedication of a number of
typically associated with physical exercise, but something individuals and organisations – not least Native
that also applies to cognitive function. Not-for-profit and Bird Recovery Richmond.
non-government organisations, community groups and To celebrate its success,
businesses were invited to provide drop-in opportunities for the group has launched
older persons so they could find out about the services on offer. a book dedicated to the
Activities included free information sessions at Nelson City Tui, showcasing it through
Library, an Open Day and morning tea at Nelson Grey Power, amazingly detailed
entertainment at the Richmond Town Hall provided by Age photographs taken of
Concern and a range of sports and hobbies people could try. the birds living around
International Day of Older Persons is a United Nations initiative Richmond. The book,
celebrated around the world on 1 October each year. It’s a The Tui, is on sale at BNZ
time to acknowledge the contributions older people make to Richmond and Nelson and
communities throughout New Zealand. Volunteering, working, at the Grey Power office in Stoke. Proceeds from the book help
being grandparents, looking out for the neighbourhood, fund the activity of Native Bird Recovery Richmond.
sharing wisdom and experience, and being active sportspeople
and community leaders – these are just some of the many ways
persons aged 65 and older contribute to their communities.
The next Positive Aging Forum is on Monday 25 November 2013.
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participant in the successful resettlement of refugees
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cultures and gain the satisfaction of doing something
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OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2013 EVERYTHING THAT’S HAPPENING, EVERYTHING THAT’S FUN...WE’VE GOT IT RIGHT HERE!
Golden Bay Meetings on the last Thurs of each
month in the RSA Club, High Street,
Silver Sneakers Indoor Walking
Group: Mondays and Fridays
Wednesday Walkers Motueka, 9.30 am. 9.30-10.30am. $4.
Meet at Information Centre carpark, Contacts: Secretary Gill Gately Move 2 Music: Low-impact aerobic
Takaka, leaving 9.00 am. Bring Ph. 03 528 5399, President Tim Rich class, Tuesdays and Thursdays,
morning tea, raincoat etc, light boots Ph. 03 528 6922. For details about 9.30-10.30 am. $4.
or walking shoes. Contacts: alternate walks, contact Lesley or
Ray Cranefield Ph. 03 527 8113. Fitness Centre: Open 9.00 am-
Debby Rogers, 03 525 9090, 8.30 pm Monday to Friday, 9.00 am-
Leslie Sise, 03 525 8898, Monthly Movie – Ph. 03 547 2660 for
Motueka District Museum – 4.00 pm Saturday, Closed Sunday.
Sonia Nalder, 03 525 9765. details.
Upcoming Exhibitions Wendy, Ph. 03 528 8228, email
wendy.b@sporttasman.org.nz Housie – second Tuesday and last
Upright and Able for Falls Riwaka Community Pottery Group Wednesday of the month. $5 a card.
Prevention – Starts Tues 1 October until Friday, Motueka Social Dance Group Social Seniors Choir – The Musical
Ph. Jacinda Hohepa 03 525 8770 or 1 November, Hours: Tues to Fri Dances at Mapua Hall, 7.30-11.00 Demons meet Thursdays from
03 525 9708 for details. 10.00 am – 3.00 pm, Sun 10.00am – pm. 11.00 am to noon. For details,
2.00 pm. Ph Margaret 03 528 7564 or Prue contact Anne.
Motueka Scrapbooking – Starts Tues
5 November to Fri 29 November.
03 540 2242. Ruth’s Movies - once a month.
Please ring for details
Cycling
Thursday night social biking group
Hours: Tues to Fri 10.00 am – 3.00 pm,
Sun 10.00am – 2.00 pm Nelson Cruisin’ with Karen – Fridays
meets 5.45 pm out the back of Nelson Social Dancing Club Girls Own – Fridays
Coppins Cycles (New World carpark Motueka Recreation Centre Nelson Social Dancing Club Dance Lads @ Large – Fridays
entrance). No fancy lycra, no Social Badminton: Mondays at Broadgreen Intermediate School Monday Out & About
expensive gear required, no fees. 9.30-10.30.am, Thursdays 6.45 pm. Hall, Nayland Road, Stoke, Nelson Trips & picnics.
Rides about 12km. $4 entry, $2 racquet hire. 7.30 pm to 11.30 pm the second Sat Thursday Out & About
Club 50: Fun social activities, of each month. Ballroom, Latin, 11.00 am. A van tiki-tour.
Motueka 50+ walking group Rock ’n Roll and sequence dancing.
Wednesdays 9.30 am-1.30 pm. $10
All walks leave Deck’s Reserve Live music. Members $8; Weekly Afternoon Entertainment –
(morning tea + lunch provided).
carpark, where transport is arranged. nonmembers contact office for details.
To see the walks schedule, go to Sit n Be Fit: Tuesdays and Thursdays
$12. Please bring a supper Also Tues-Thurs Meals – a twocourse
www.motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz. 10.30-11.30am. $4.
contribution, and your own drinks meal at midday for $8 (members),
(including water) and a glass. Note: $10 (non-members).
no stilletto heels please!! Enquiries Ph. 03 547 2660 to book (preferably
phone 03 544 7408 on 021 127 7892. by 9.30 am the day before).
I needed help to Nelson Provincial Museum Saxton Seniors
feel confident in For details, visit Classes are designed to improve
www.museumnp.org.nz flexibility, strength, balance and
my home again general wellbeing.
- Access was Stoke Seniors Club
Contact Ruth, Karen or Anne, on
Senior Walking Group: Tuesday and
Thursday 9.30-10.30 am. $4.
there. Ph. 03 547 2660
Senior Circuit: Tuesday 10.45 am
Email: stokeseniors@xtra.co.nz
after walking group, $4. A lowimpact
Janet Regular activities: all-over workout using resistance
Drama Group – Mondays from bands and light weights.
10.30 am-noon. Gold coin donation. An indoor, all-weather activity,
Scrabble Club – Mondays 1.00 pm. followed by a cup of tea.
Euchre – Tuesdays 10.30 am. Sit and Be Fit:
Monday, 10.00-11.00 am. $4.
Mah Jong – Tuesday 1.00 pm.
Tai Chi for Health:
500 Club – Wednesdays 1.00 pm. Ph 03 538 0072 to book, or email
Art class – Mondays 10.00 am. $4. saxtonstadium@xtra.co.nz
Walking group – Tuesdays 10.00 am
from the Stoke Memorial Hall carpark. Tahunanui Community Centre
Make yourself at home A casual walk of about 1 hour. Board not Bored: Chess,
backgammon, cards, or bring your
with Access Tai Chi – Tuesday 1.30 pm. $6.
Sit and Be Fit exercises to music own. Cuppa & company. Thursdays
Whether you require nursing services, personal –Tuesday and Wednesday at 11 am 1.30 pm.
care or even just a hand around the house, our in the Stoke Memorial Hall. Gold coin Arty Crafties: Bring your craft or
fully qualified team supports you to live donation. hobby along. Mondays 1.30 pm.
independently in your community. The Sun City Ukes – Thursdays Movie Mates & DVDivas: Watch
10.00 am - noon. Gold coin donation. classic movies the old way with
Talk to your GP or give us a call on Contact Ruth. intermission and ice-creams. Cuppa
0800 284 663. All the above classes meet in the to follow. Tuesdays 1.30 pm. $3.
Stoke Memorial Hall.
14. Mudcakes and RosesIf you are looking for contacts for community groups and clubs,
check out the Found Community Database www.found.org.nz
OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2013 EVERYTHING THAT’S HAPPENING, EVERYTHING THAT’S FUN...WE’VE GOT IT RIGHT HERE!
Local Vocals: Singing for everyone.
No audition, no pressure. Richmond November 12th: The Story: “Mapua
couple John & Linley Taylor went on
Last Wednesday in the month:
an outing.
Wednesdays 7.00 pm. Ph TCC for Club 50 an adventurous cycle trip to…” Ph Elaine Mead 03 544 5654.
details, 03 548 6036. A social group of mature adults Start time 10am.
Ironing Maidens: Bring your iron looking for companionship, November 19th: Table Tennis at Richmond Waimea Community
and ironing pile. We’ve got the recreation and enjoyment. Saxton & walk along Orphange Whanau Group
boards, the tea and scones. Every Sport Tasman, Richmond Town Hall, Creek(time permitting). Community groups, services or
Friday at 1.00 pm. Cambridge Street. Bats & Balls & morning tea are organization representatives come
Enquiries: 03 544 3955. provided. Cost to play $2. [Meet together to share information. (Just
Zumba: Suitable for beginners and turn up.)
more experienced. Mondays Email: Town hall, $4].
Club50.rrc@sporttasman.org.nz or Meets the first Tues of each month,
5.15 pm and Thursdays 5.45 pm. November 26th: Grampians noon-1.00 pm, Senior Citizens
Contact Jo for details, 03 548 6036. website www.sporttasman.org.nz. Excursion-Walk or Ride in a 4WD to
Meet every Tues 9.30am (unless Rooms 62 Oxford St, Richmond.
Victory Community Centre, the Grampians Lookout Platform. Guest speaker at most meetings.
Totara St, Nelson otherwise stated) at the Richmond WEATHER DEPENDENT. Walkers
Town Hall. All sessions cost $4 BYO lunch (tea & coffee provided).
Nana Craft: Knitting, crochet, – Start from Fairfield Hse carpark
(unless otherwise stated). and venture right to endeavour St
stitching. Bring lunch, share For all trips, meet at Richmond Nelson Dance Along
projects. Wednesdays. Pomeroys & follow the slow gentle path up Old Time Sequence/New Vogue,
Town Hall to carpool. If raining, the Grampians with fantastic views
coffee $2 donation. please call. Richmond Town Hall, 7.30 pm to
along the way. 4WD Passengers 11.00 pm
Sit & Be Fit: Have fun, burn calories, October 1st: Helicopter Rescue visit – (Numbers Limited to 12) We will
tone muscles, keep your heart & walk to Honest Lawyer for coffee. approach it from Brook St and meet Saturday 12 October:
healthy. Tuesdays 10-10.45 am, the walkers for refreshments at the Tape Music. Cost $4.00 Members,
$2 per session. October 8th: Glorious Isel Park in
lookout. Fuel $1 Non-Members $5.00
Spring Bloom & coffee at Squires
Housie at Victory: Great prizes, Cafe in Stoke(self led). December 3rd: Leisurely Walk Saturday 9 November:
refreshments and transport at Sandeman Reserve, Visit to Tape Music. Cost $4.00 Members,
available if required. Wednesdays October 15th: Centre of NZ Walk
Eyebright followed by Coffee at Non-Members $5.00
2-4 pm. $2. from the Botanics Reserve.
Grape Escape. Saturday 28 November:
LaughterYoga: The body’s natural October 22nd: Tahunanui Beach
December 10th : Our Movie Live Music -Warren Fenmor.
antidote to stress. Bring yoga mat or Walk & coffee at Nelson Golf Club
“The King’s Speech” Movie Starts Cost $6.00
towel. Wednesdays 5.30-6.30 pm. $2. October 29th: Tour of Bishop’s Supper Provided, Everyone
at 10am
School (Opposite NSOM) & walk up Welcome
Church Hill. December 17th: Twinkling Contact Rosalie Winter 03 548 2236.
Celebratory Christmas Lunch for
November 5th: Rabbit Island BBQ
Club50 at Richmond Town Hall.
Adventure
Cost of food approx $5. Bring a
Bring your dancing shoes, your
festive cheer & a dessert to share.
Wakefield
chair, hat & morning tea.
Wine & Fizzy provided by Sport Way2Go activities
Tasman. Pilates – Village Hall
Mondays at 7.00 pm.
Richmond Senior Citizens Assn
Oxford St rooms. Active Seniors Class – Village Hall
Tuesdays at 11.00 am.
Tuesday afternoon, cards.
C L A N C Y T G I V E Sit and Be Fit Classes – Village Hall
Wednesday 9.00 am to 2.00 pm, Thursdays at 10.00 am.
quiz, housie and activities.
O O O V A R Y A
Thursday afternoon, cards.
F O R T U X M O C K Friday 9.00 am to noon, light
exercises and morning tea.
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Service Directory
OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2013 EVERYTHING THAT’S HAPPENING, EVERYTHING THAT’S FUN...WE’VE GOT IT RIGHT HERE!
Golden Bay Motupipi Indoor Bowling
Club Mapua Motueka and District
Historical Association Murchison
Age Concern Thursday nights, 7.30 pm at Indoor Bowls Meets fourth Saturday of the Age Concern
Offering support services, the Motupipi Hall. Mapua Friendship Club month, April to November, Offering support services,
information and advocacy to Supper and games for $1. Mapua Public Hall Community House, Decks information and advocacy to
older people in the Bay. Our Nancy Ph 03 525 9491. Valerie Ph 03 540 3685. Reserve, 1.30 pm. older people in Murchison.
services include Elder Abuse Coralie Ph 03 528 8241 or Our services include Elder
Pohara Bowling Club Low-Impact Aerobics and
& Neglect advice and support, Patsy Ph 03 528 5003. Abuse & Neglect advice and
Jennifer Ph 03 525 9621. Pilates Wakefield, Upper
and an accredited visitor support, and an accredited
Probus Jan Ph 03 525 9224. Moutere and Mapua Motueka Bowling Club
service. Phone the office, visitor service. Phone
Lynda Ph 03 543 2268. Don Ph 03 528 7208
62 Oxford Street, Richmond, Puramahoi Table Tennis the office, 62 Oxford St,
on 03 544 7624. Tony Ph 03 528 9175.
Rene Ph 03 525 7127. Mapua Bowling Club Richmond, on 03 544 7624.
Astanga Yoga Dave Ph 03 540 2934. Motueka District Museum
SeniorNet [Golden Bay]
GB Community Centre,
Tuesdays 5.45 pm,
Beginner courses in home SeniorNet (Motueka)
Mon to Friday 10.00 am -
4.00 pm. 140 High St.
Nelson
computing, based in Computer learning for the
Doris or Keryn Ph 03 525 9525. Ph 03 528 7660. Age Concern
clubrooms at the Takaka over 55s at 42 Pah St.
Thursdays 9.00 am, Showgrounds. Rosemary Motueka 50+ Walking Group Support services, information
Mary Ph 03 540 2758 and advocacy to older people.
Michelle or Pam Ph 03 525 9033. Ph 03 525 7565. Meets last Thursday of each
Maureen Ph 03 528 0630. Services include Elder Abuse
Belly Dancing month in the RSA Club, High
Tai Chi for Arthritis Taoist Tai Chi & Neglect advice and support,
Senior Citizens Hall, Mondays St, Motueka at 9.30 am.
Ann Ph 03 525 8437. 55 Muritai St, Tahunanui and an accredited visitor
5.00-6.00 pm. Secretary:
Takaka Golf Club Ph 03 545 8375. Gill Gately 03 528 5399 service for older people.
Leena 03 525 9393. We also distribute the Total
Ph 03 525 9054. President:
Drop-in Yoga
$8 per class at the Catholic Takaka Golf Club
Motueka Tim Rich 03 528 6922. Mobility Taxi Voucher scheme
for Nelson & Richmond.
Hall, 94 Commercial St, Ladies Section Aerobics/Gym and Fitness Riwaka Bowling Club Our office is at 62 Oxford St,
Takaka Terry Ph. 03 525 7422. G. Turley Ph 03 525 9122. Centre 50+ Aerobics School Rd, Riwaka Richmond. Ph 03 544 7624.
Mot Rec Centre Kathy Ph 03 528 4604
Genealogical Group Takaka Spinning Group Angie’s Active Circuit
Jody Ph 03 528 8228. Pat Ph 03 528 8347.
Sally Ph. 03 525 8086 Jan Ph 03 525 9374. Burn calories and increase
Gentle Exercise Classes Age Concern Riwaka Croquet Club muscle and energy levels
Takaka Table Tennis
(through Golden Bay Physio Support services, information Sally Ph 03 528 8296. in this fun, easy aerobics
Rene Ph 03 525 7127.
Clinic) Held at Golden Bay and advocacy to older people and circuit class. Thurs
Scottish Country Dancing
Community Hospital, University of the Third Age in Motueka. Our services 9.15 am-10.15 am, Tahuna
Mondays 10.00 – 11.00 am. No Valerie Ph 03 543 2989.
(U3A) include Elder Abuse & Neglect Presbyterian Church, Muritai
charge. Erica Ph. 03 525 9708. Moira Ph 03 525 7202. advice and support, and an SeniorNet [Motueka] St. $5. Ph Angie 03 547 0198.
Sit and Be Fit accredited visitor service Computer learning for the
Upright and Able for Falls Aquatics/Swimming/Gym
Golden Bay Community for older people. Office: over 55s at 42 Pah St.
Prevention Riverside Pool
Centre, Tuesdays 10.30 am- 62 Oxford St, Richmond. Wendy 03 528 7105, Helen
Free 6-week courses for those Ph 03 546 3221.
11.30 am. $2 donation.Jacinda Ph 03 544 7624. 03 528 6305.
over 65 with a fear of falling.
Ph 03 525 8770. Ring Jacinda Hohepa on Social Recreation Art Group Nelson
Arthritis New Zealand
03 525 8770 or 03 525 9708. Kiwi Seniors (Motueka) Meets first Wednesday of the
Golden Bay Contract Bridge Immersion Therapy session.
Vonnie Ph 03 528 7817. month. All welcome.
Club Uruwhenua Women’s 10.30 am, Mondays at
Philippa Ph 03 546 7337.
Leigh Ph 03 525 9744. Institute Ngawhatu Pool. Bus leaves Upright and Able,
2nd Tuesday each month Motueka 9.30 am. Susan Falls Prevention Arthritis New Zealand
Golden Bay Garden Club Ph 0800 663 463. Water-based exercise.
Diane Ph 03 525 6121. Anglican Church Hall, 1.30 pm Cherie Ph 03 539 1812 to
Nancy Ph 03 525 9491. register for the next free Transport available to exercise
Gym & Fitness Centre
Golden Bay Patchwork and Wednesday Walkers 6-week course. at Ngawhatu pool each
Studio Gym 275
Quilters Guild Bron Ph 03 525 8627 Monday morning. Phone
Catherine Ph 03 528 4000. U3A (University of
Liza Ph 03 524 8487. Bob Ph 03 525 9958. 0800 663 463 for more details.
Indoor Bowls the Third Age) Services are now managed
Guided Gym Session Workouts Motueka Senior Citizens Hall. Have fun learning from Christchurch. Clinics
Wednesday 12 noon-1.00 pm Masonic Hall, Takaka, George. Ph 03 528 7960. co-operatively. Variety of available from Nelson Bays
Georgie Ph 03 525 6110. Mondays 9.30-10.30 am courses available. Primary Health,
Wednesdays 9.30 -10.30 am, Line Dancing Cushla Ph 03 528 6548.
Indoor Bowls/Cards Ph 03 539 1170.
Fridays 9.00-10.00 am Motueka Senior Citizens Hall.
Senior Citizens Club rooms. Yoga DruYoga class at
Ph 03 525 6110. Beryl Ph 03 528 8265. Belly Dancing
Mary Ph 03 525 8445. Moutere Hills Community Victory Community Centre.
Line Dancing (Beginners)
Mah Jong
Ethel Ph 03 525 8615. Hope Huia Clubrooms, High St.
Mondays 7.00-9.00 pm. Sue
Centre, Thursday 9.30 am-
11.00 am and 6.00-7.30 pm.
Tuesday from 6.00 pm.
Sabina Ph 03 546 8511.
Hope Midweek Badminton Riverside Community,
Marble Mountain Country Ph 03 528 6788. Bodyvive (Low-impact)
Club Tuesdays 6.00 pm-7.30 pm.
Music Club CityFitness, Quarantine Rd,
Carolyn Ph 03 541 9200. Marching Casual $12.
2nd and 4th Sunday of each Nelson. Monday, Tuesday and
Motueka Veteranettes Sue Ph 03 543 2125.
month at the Senior Citizens Nelson Veterans Tennis Club Thursday 10.20 am. Debby
Club rooms. Marching Team
Hope Courts every Thursday Ph 03 547 4774.
Nancy Ph 03 525 9491. Bev Ph 03 528 9125.
Ph 03 547 6916.
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Do your club’s details need updating? Send an email to mudcakes@hothouse.co.nz or call us on 03 928 0091OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2013 EVERYTHING THAT’S HAPPENING, EVERYTHING THAT’S FUN...WE’VE GOT IT RIGHT HERE!
Brook Waimarama Hot Yoga Over 50s Pilates and Yoga Garden Group: Monthly Zenda Middle
Sanctuary Claire Ph 03 548 2298. Body Power. Sue meeting on a Wednesday Eastern Dance
Volunteering can be an Ph 029 281 3735 for pilates, evening 7.00 - 8.30 pm. St John’s Church Hall, Hardy
Housie Evening
extremely rewarding or Margot Ph 029 281 3735 Walking Group: Wednesdays St. Gretchen Ph 03 548 8707.
Stoke Rugby Clubrooms,
experience and there are for yoga. 10 am. Meet at the Community
Neale Ave, Stoke. Wed
plenty of opportunities
at the Brook Waimarama
nights, 7.15 - 9.45 pm. Pottery Craft Potters Nelson
Centre, 61 Muritai St, and walk
for 1hr. Ph 03 548 6036.
Richmond
Buddy Ph 03 547 3230 run tutored weekly pottery
Sanctuary to learn new skills John Ph 03 547 1689. class for members and Age Concern
Tai Chi with Gretchen
and experience. Volunteer non-members at their Hope Support services, information
Trafalgar St (Age Concern)
roles include Visitor Centre Marching and advocacy to older
premises (202 Ranzau Rd). Hall. Gretchen Ph 03 548 8707.
Volunteers, Public Events Silveraires Leisure Marching people in the community.
Everything provided – you
Team, Track Cutting Team, Diana Ph 03 548 9527. Taoist Tai Chi Internal Arts Our services include Elder
only need to buy clay.
Invasive Plant Control Team, for Health Abuse & Neglect advice and
Marybank Garden Club Uta Ph 03 541 8953.
Trapping Team, Lizard Classes 9.30 am - 11.00 am, support, and an accredited
Meets 1st Tuesday of each
Monitoring, Bird Monitoring. Probus, Stoke-Tahunanui Wednesday 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm, visitor service for older people.
month (except Dec/Jan)
For more information visit ladies branch Meets third Saturday 9.00 am - 10.30 am, We also distribute the Total
7.30 pm. in the Highland Pipe
www.brooksanctuary.org nz/ Wednesday each month. new Beginners Class Tuesday Mobility Taxi Voucher scheme
Band Hall, Paru Paru Rd, Nelson.
support or Ph. 03 539 4920 Pauline Ph 03 547 5238. 1.00 – 2.30 pm, at 55 Muritai St, for Nelson & Richmond.
Nelson Caravan Club Tahunanui. Ph 03 545 8375 and Our office is at 62 Oxford St,
Cardiac Club/Gym Allan Ph 027 319 7427. SeniorNet [Nelson] leave a message. Help yourself Richmond. Ph 03 544 7624.
& Fitness Centre Computer instruction for to better health. Suitable for all
Nelson Community Patrol people aged 50+. Clubrooms Badminton Richmond
City Fitness Suzy Ph 03 539 0409. ages, and first class is free.
at Pioneer Park, Hastings St, Morning Badminton
Sharon Ph 03 539 0348.
Nelson Dance Along Ph 03 548 9401 and we will The New Hub Dawn Ph 03 544 4120.
Cardiac Support Group Rosalie Ph 03 548 2236. ring you back. Circuit Training every
Thursday 10.00 – 11.00 am. Body Power Pilates & Yoga
Information and support
Nelson Electronic Organ Senior Service - Nelson All ages and levels of fitness Centre Richmond Town Hall
to people affected by
and Keyboard Club Baptist Church welcome. $3. New St venue. Sue Ph 029 281 3735.
Cardiovascular Disease. We
First Tuesday of each month, Inter-denominational service Ph 03 545 9147.
hold a three-monthly get Bodyvive (Low-impact)
Stoke School Hall, 7.30 pm. on second Sunday of the
together for former patients month, 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm. U3A CityFitness Quarantine Rd,
and those on waiting lists. $2. Supper provided. Nelson. Monday, Tuesday
Valerie Ph 03 540 3288. Transport available. Ph Lois 544 2440, Email
Contact Averil Ph. 03 545 7112. Alan Ph 03 548 7381. membership@u3anelson. and Thursday 10.20 am
Nelson 50+ Mini-Walks org.nz Debby Ph 03 547 4774.
Diabetes NZ Nelson Sit and Be Fit A 35min class
Information centre 50 Halifax Gwenda Ph 03 544 5307. Bridge Lessons
to music. Victory Community Ukulele with Gretchen
St, Nelson, Ph 03 546 6142. Nelson Male Voice Choir Centre, Totara St, Nelson, Wednesday mornings Monday evenings or Tuesday
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Rehearsals: School of Music, Tuesdays 10.00 am Trafalgar St (Age Concern) afternoons All enquires to
Friday 11.00 am - 2.00 pm. Monday evenings. Leigh Ph 03 548 1689. Hall. Ph 03 548 8707. Shirley Ph. 03 544 6734.
We stock jams, sauces, recipe John Ph 03 547 5181 or Ernie Richmond Bridge Club,
books etc. Ph 03 548 7291. Stroke Club Nelson Social Upright and Able for Falls 348 Lower Queen St.
activities For people who Prevention
Dining4Twelve Nelson Petanque Club have had strokes, and their Free 6-week course for those Croquet We welcome new
Convivial gatherings for 50+ Wed and Sun 1.15 pm at over 65 with a fear of falling. members to Golf croquet in
carers. St. Francis Hall,
singles. No fees, no pressure. Highland Pipe Band Hall Ph 03 539 1812 or email Richmond, Thurs & Sundays
Songer St, Stoke. Irene
Contact Jenny, Email Paru Paru Rd. Boules and Cherie.Thomas@nbpho.org. at 1.00 pm. Ph Sheryl
Ph 03 544 8665.
Dining4Twelve@xtra.co.nz tuition provided. Noeline nz for more information and 03 541 0623. Association
Ph. 03 546 8699. Stroke Foundation registration. croquet, Wed & Sat 10.00
Golf Croquet Caregivers Support Group
Nelson Philatelic Society am. Ph Betty 03 544 7268.
Nelson-Hinemoa Meets once a month. Veterans’ (55+) 9 hole golf
Stamp collectors meet Club lawns opp. new health
Bev Ph 03 548 2190. Anne-Marie Ph 03 545 8183. days
second Tuesday of the centre, Lower Queen St.
Greenacres Golf Club, last
Government month, 7.30 pm, Stoke Support Works Monday of every month. Easy Exercise
Superannuitants’ School. Ph 03 547 7516 or Assesses the needs and co- Dick Ph 03 547 6071 or Club Senior Citizens Hall
Association 03 548 6269. ordinates services for people Professional. Ph 03 544 6441. Friday 10.00 - 11.00 am
Graeme Ph 03 547 6007 email affected by disability. For a free
Nelson Savage Club Victory Laughter Yoga Club Morning tea to follow
nelson@gsa org.nz assessment, Ph 03 546 3980 or
A club for entertainers. Stretch, breathe, laugh, relax. Elaine Ph 03 544 7624.
Grandparents Raising Variety Concert on the freephone 0800 244 300.
Gareth Ph 03 546 8389. Euchre Warm and friendly,
Grandchildren second Wednesday of each Suter Art Gallery
Victory Senior Support $2 with cuppa, raffles at
Meets last Tuesday of month. Presbyterian Church Exhibitions, floortalks,
Hall, Muritai St, Tahunanui at Meet every Tuesday at Richmond Bowling Club.
the month at 10.00 am. lectures and films. See
7.30 pm. $2. Joyce 1.30 pm at Anglican Church, Friday 1.30 - 4.00 pm. Monica
Presbyterian Church Sunday www.thesuter.org.nz for
Ph 03 548 1224 or Philipa or 238 Vanguard St, Nelson, for Ph 03 544 2749.
School rooms, Muritai St, details. 208 Bridge Street,
Tahunanui. Social gatherings Ernie Ph 03 547 7022. Nelson. entertainment, games and Hope-Ranzau Women’s
second Tuesday of the month guest speakers. Shirley Institute
Nelson Scrabble Club Table Tennis Ph. 03 546 9057, Tuesday to
at 10.30 am. Ph 03 545 6118. Meets every Wednesday 1.15 pm on the first
Nelson Table Tennis Club. Friday, 9.30 am to noon.
7.00 pm at the Nelson Ph Kate, 03 547 5066, or the Wednesday of each month
Gym Contours Health & Also Victory Sit and Be Fit.
Suburban Club, 168 Tahunanui Stadium, 03 547 9479. at Holy Trinity Church Hall,
Fitness . Ph 03 544 0496. New class, Thursdays 10.00-
Drive.Steve Ph 03 544 0475. Dorset St, Richmond. Visitors
Tahunanui Bowling Club 10.45 am, 238 Vanguard St.
Hatha Yoga welcome. Brenda
Nelson Senior Citizens Welcomes summer and Ph. Shirley 03 546 9057 or
Maureen Ph 03 546 4670. Ph 03 544 5872.
Social Indoor Bowling Club. winter bowlers. 03 547 1433.
Hearing Association Nelson Valda Ph 03 544 1487. Barbara Ph 03 547 5071. Indoor Bowls for Seniors
Walking
Card Group Mondays from Nelson 50+ Walking Group Church of Christ Hall. Cnr
1.15 pm. Talks, Dangerous Nelson Social Dancing Club Tahunanui Croucher & D’arcy Sts.
Live band on the second Community Centre Noel Ph 03 544 2286.
Decibels and sound system Tuesday 1.00 - 3.00 pm
Saturday of each month, “Friends and neighbours” Yoga DruYoga class at
demonstrations to social Mary-Anne Ph 03 544 2596.
7.30-11.30 pm, at Broadgreen social group meets Muritai Centre, Tahunanui
groups on the topic of
Intermediate School Hall. Wednesday afternoons.Up School, Monday 6.30 pm – Laughter Yoga, Richmond
understanding hearing loss. Members $8, non-members Cycle: Improve your bike- 8.00 pm. Casual $12. Nourish your wellbeing.
Ph 03 548 3270. $12. Ph Nancy on riding skills. Sue Ph 03 543 2152. Marion Ph 021 145 3027.
03 544 7408 to confirm.
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