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What’s inside:
Helping grandkids negotiate
challenging times
Bridging the technological divide
Older problem drinkers
Arts Alive in Nelson Tasman
Plus directory of clubs and activities,
food, books, gardening, and more
NO. 126 JUNE 2021
EDITOR'S Letter Where to pick up
your next copy
Last year, we practised keeping our distance from Mudcakes & Roses is
available at all Nelson City
other people in order to protect them, and ourselves,
and Tasman District Council
from Covid-19. Overnight, the words “social distancing”
offices and libraries, as well
and “bubble” entered the language to describe a state as the following locations:
that ensured our mutual health and safety.
Richmond
In other circumstances, such business in person rather than via • Oakwoods Retirement Village
behaviour would be considered websites and call centres. • Tasman Medical Centre
unhealthy, and a certain path to • Night 'n Day Richmond
Nelson librarian Laura Findlay, while
loneliness and isolation, especially • Richmond Aquatic Centre
a great advocate for technology,
for older people.
discusses the “technological • Boulevard Café
During the Covid lockdown the divide” in this issue of Mudcakes & • Summerset Richmond Ranges
effects of social isolation were Roses. Children’s author Katie Pye
Stoke
more easily overcome by those emphasises the value of simple
• Summerset in the Sun
who were already adept in the human warmth, unmediated by
use of computers, mobile phones screens, in her piece on helping Nelson
and other digital devices, and who grandchildren through tricky times. • New World
already had access to the internet. • Morrison Square
If you prefer your entertainment live,
Despite the apparent ubiquity rather than on screen, or have an • Fresh Choice
of technology, it’s easy to forget interest in local history you might be Wakefield
that cost and a lack of knowhow interested in attending a performance • Four Square
still prevents many from using of The Wairau Affray, which also
You can also find it online at
technology to connect to gets a mention in this issue.
tasman.govt.nz/publications
people, information and... yes...
Warm regards
entertainment and distraction.
And of course, “internet native” or
not, many still prefer to conduct Contact the editor
For topic suggestions
and submissions:
In this issue E: mudcakes@hothouse.co.nz
Post: Mudcakes and Roses,
PO Box 688, Nelson.
3 Tips to help grandparents who would like to
help grandchildren negotiate tricky times.
4 Not everyone has the know-how and the tools to
access digital technology.
On the cover
Photo by RODNAE Productions,
sourced from Pexels.
9 Dangerous drinking isn’t just a
problem of youth.
10 Beyond the Face – a local exhibition of photos evoking
the humanity and complex lives of older people.
Proudly
published by:
Feature
Helping children
© Ekaterina Shakharova on Upsplash
through tricky times
Author Katie Pye writes books for children
aimed at fostering connection and
communication. In this article she suggests
how you can help your grandchildren
negotiate challenging times.
Are you worried about your grandkids? Here are a few • Being the star of your story time! Your lived
ideas to help you support them through tricky times. experiences can be a huge support to your grandkids.
Try engaging the grandkids with hooks like... I bet you
Be that listening ear can’t guess... or Do you want to know something silly
One of the biggest gifts we can give our grandkids is grandma used to do?
our time. Sometimes kids warm up into conversation, • Finding a conversation hook – try using something like
so the more time we can manage, the better. When kids a picture or a book to help transition a conversation. For
are ready to talk, try not to fix it. Let them speak freely, example, Breaking News is a Humpty Dumpty retelling
affirm their feelings, and reassure them that they are that sparks a conversation about coping through change.
loved. Hugs can work a treat!
Be a fantastic role model
Say “I love you” in their “love language”
In troubling times, kids often look to adults and watch
In his book The Five Love Languages, psychologist Gary how we cope. You can help your grandkids simply by
Chapman describes five different ways that people tend making healthy choices, asking for help when you
to give and receive love. The so-called “love languages” need it, and demonstrating to them how you reassure
include physical touch, affirming words, seeking quality yourself. For example, I can get through this; I can find
time, valuing gifts and valuing acts of service. Try to things to be thankful for; I can choose how I will
figure out how your grandkids receive love and say respond to the situations I am faced with.
“I love you” in their language.
Add a touch of silly
Help them talk about it
There is nothing quite like silliness to lighten a mood.
While some kids readily share, others are more reluctant. Whether it is putting on a persona, making a favourite
You can help them warm up to conversation by: toy talk, pretending to interview for TV, making up a story
• Keeping connected with their world – it helps you ask together, or getting out the tickle monster, kids respond
relevant questions and shows you care. well to FUN! The great news is that fun is often a magical
starting point to help kids feel connected. The even better
• Memorising a few fantastic open-ended conversation
news is that having fun often makes us feel better too!
starters – for example: If you could swap out
something from your day, what would it be? or Border closures have meant that many of us have had to
what’s something you are looking forward to / are be more creative in connecting with loved ones. Have
worried about? you found something that works well?
About the contributor
Katie Pye is a Nelson-based kiwi kid’s book author and a mum on a mission. Her children’s
book series, Fairytale Fraud, takes traditional fairytales and adds a clever spin to them.
Each book opens a conversation with kids in a non-preachy way. Katie’s fun stories are
available from www.fairytalefraud.com
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Feature
© Adam Niescioruk on Upsplash
The technology divide
Librarian Laura Findlay discusses why How do I set up my device? What apps do I need, and
technology and the internet can divide as well how do I use them? How do I change a setting? How do
I look like I know what I’m doing? And, not infrequently,
as connect us, and suggests how we might
how can I be sure not to break it? Don’t worry on
bridge the technological divide.
that score – unless you drop it over the side of the
Some of us tap and swipe through the day for fun Interislander! Simply pushing buttons won’t damage
and information, and for plenty of banal reasons your device.
too. However, for many others, accessing and then
The next concern of novice users are issues of privacy,
navigating the digital world remains a daunting and
security and trust. This worry is not ill-founded. Initially,
challenging task.
the internet was an open, neutral space for sharing, but
At the forefront of discussion about the technological times have changed. Technology does present a whole
divide is access. A computer or digital device and WiFi range of privacy and security concerns, but business,
connectivity is still too costly for some people. While government and entertainment is moving online apace
cost can certainly be a barrier, digital devices like phones and those who don’t plug in can get left behind.
have gotten cheaper over time.
It’s a balancing act between keeping abreast of
There are also some great initiatives designed to make technology and keeping yourself safe online. With the
connecting to the internet more affordable. Skinny Jump right support, and caution, these concerns needn’t
for example, a partnership between libraries, the Digital turn into mistrust or fear. Advocating for, and teaching
Inclusion Alliance Aotearoa and the Spark Foundation digital literacy has an important role to play here. The
provides broadband at a greatly subsidised cost. Visit government has outlined further initiatives in the Digital
www.skinny.co.nz/jump/home to check if you are eligible. Inclusion Action Plan 2020 – 2021.
There are still challenges, even with an internet While it is wise to move cautiously, there are innumerable
connection and a device in your hand: you need to know benefits to using technology, something that has
how to use these new tools. Novices are full of questions. become clear as we have faced the impact of Covid-19.
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Feature
Internet banking, doctors’ appointments, wayfinding,
communication, and shopping are all made easier and Reluctance or resistance is a reasonable but unfortunate
faster with the assistance of the internet. response to the sometimes bewildering and complex
online world. Fortunately, many library programmes
There’s another positive aspect of technology: a whole
now address this situation with a relaxed and hands-on
world of entertainment and connection is at your
approach to digital education.
fingertips. There is, literally, something for everyone on
the internet. At Nelson Libraries our Back to the Future programme is
designed to teach older adults in the community some
Via apps and the internet, you can listen to audiobooks
tech-savvy skills and most importantly, how relevant –
that turn off when you fall asleep, send silly GIFs to friends,
and fun – cyberspace can be.
take lots of photos, try new recipes or shop for ingredients,
play games, learn a language, read stories to your faraway Details about Nelson Libraries’ Back to the Future
grandkids, explore museum collections, tune your “Tech Taster” programme can be found on page 15
guitar, browse newspapers, add to your family tree, in this issue of Mudcakes & Roses.
write a blog, or watch the Atlantic Puffins on Seal Island.
About the contributor
Laura Findlay is the Digital Engagement Librarian at Nelson Public Libraries. She juggles
devices, gadgets, apps, videos, modems and emails with a refreshing dose of books,
boardgames and handicrafts. She has worked at the library in various roles for nine years.
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Column
Our environment
Save the earth! It's the only planet with chocolate!
Are you concerned about climate book called The Climate Action Book. The older generation especially
change and the effect it will have Well-illustrated, colourful, and not has valuable insights into how
on your grandchildren – in fact, too dense, it is highly accessible and to live more simply instead of
everyone who is younger than you? easy to read. continuing on our wasteful,
throwaway, single-use trajectory.
Even in your back yard, you've The structure of the book reflects
probably noticed how changes in the structure of the Climate Forum: The Climate Forum has four hui
the weather affects the flowers and it's got seven main sections named a year and welcomes everyone.
vegetables in your garden. Although for the areas where the experts Members vary from well-qualified
many of us are already recycling think we need to make changes experts in scientific fields to people
more, travelling less, and changing including what we grow and eat, like you who recognise the need for
to plant-based diets, emissions in how we create energy, and where community action and want to help.
New Zealand are still rising. we live and work.
It is a democratic organisation
Sometimes the problem of climate Each section suggests remedial which holds elections each year.
change can seem overwhelming. actions that we can take as Each hui includes activities such as
But help is at hand! individuals, communities, tree planting and flax weaving as
businesses, or governance bodies. well as discussion and planning for
A group of people in the region
future events and projects. Hui are
started the Nelson Tasman Climate As individuals we can change the way
highly social, usually ending with
Forum about a year ago, believing we live in small ways: we can write
supper or a trip to the pub, so they
that national and local government letters or make submissions, and we
are a good place to meet other
was not doing enough to reverse can volunteer with organisations
concerned earthlings.
the trend to overheating the planet. around our region. There doesn't
have to be an all-consuming struggle The Climate Action Book is free to
It's a testament to the hard work and
between the desire to volunteer download here: bit.ly/3vij6oE
commitment of the group that they
and the desire for an afternoon nap:
have already published an online Find some chocolate and sit down
you can micro-volunteer.
helpful, informative and reassuring for a good read!
Columnist: Pam Henson
Columnist Pam Henson, a retired English and Art History teacher, is also an outdoors enthusiast, having studied the
geology, flora and fauna of natural landscapes including caves. As a writer, she worked towards a master’s degree in
environmental studies with the intention of advocating for the environment. Contact Pam at e.henson@gmail.com
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Column
That’s life Inverary Station, mid-Canterbury
Become a grey nomad this winter
Our travel bubble is gradually The weather has been glorious: Be sure to stop at Kaikōura, if only
expanding. We've been able to sunny skies and frosty but cosy to sample fresh blue cod and chips
evenings for the most part, although – crayfish was a bit rich on various
fly to Australia since April, from
my venture over to the West Coast levels for my budget. I turned
18 May the blue skies, warm
tomorrow may be accompanied inland after Kaikōura to sample
waters and golden sands of by thunderstorms and hail. If that high country station life for a day
Rarotonga have been ours for happens, I'll consider it to be all or two before heading down to
the taking. However, many of part of my "roadie adventure". Geraldine and then reconnecting
us are not certain that overseas It helps to have a decent-size car
with the coast road.
travel is a good idea. Yet. so you can pack in everything A couple of days in Oamaru saw me
So, what do you do when you're except the kitchen sink. I didn't exploring the town’s magnificent
busting to escape your four walls pre-book any accommodation, Victorian architecture, then it was
but are reluctant to cross the but I appreciate not everyone on to Dunedin via Moeraki where
Tasman or the Pacific? You plan a is comfortable doing this. I had lunch at Fleur's restaurant,
New Zealand road trip of course! Alternatively, consider hiring a which should be compulsory for all
Or perhaps you follow my chaotic campervan; the rates are much travellers. How I wish I had another
example and just load up your car friendlier this time of year. The lack week to explore Central Otago.
with every conceivable holiday of overseas tourists means the Next time!
need (including the dog), point roads are relatively empty, which is
your car in an out-of-town direction a good thing, believe me.
and see what happens. Actually, I If you're heading south from Nelson
had a plan, but it wasn't much more I highly recommend the east coast
than an intention to head south. route. From Blenheim onwards
So far it’s been wonderful. I'm not my jaw remained in fully dropped
quite home yet; in fact, I’m writing position. Engineers have done an
this from an extremely comfortable, amazing job reconstructing SH1
and dog-friendly, motel in Springfield. and there are now very few delays.
Columnist: Renée Lang
Renée Lang runs Renaissance Publishing, specialising in book publishing and packaging. She also offers non-fiction editing
and proofreading services. When she’s not glued to her computer, she enjoys cooking up a storm and walking her dog.
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Column
Food for thought
All things bright and beautiful
Romanesco is a beautiful, When buying Romanesco choose a • Break the head into smaller pieces
chartreuse coloured, cone- head that is bright in colour without and pickle it. You can pickle
discolouration or brown spots. quickly with vinegar and water, or
shaped, intricately patterned
The stem should be firm, the head a salty brine which will ferment,
vegetable. It’s a member of the
should be dense and heavy and the giving you a delicious tangy snack.
brassica family (which includes leaves should not be wilted.
• Roast whole or divided in two.
cabbage, kale and cauliflower)
In preparing Romanesco for the Rub in some good oil and a little
and is thought to be a hybrid
table, it’s most important not to unrefined sea salt and roast in a
of broccoli and cauliflower. overcook it or it will turn to mush hot oven. This will bring out its
It tastes something like and lose a lot of its unique flavour. lovely nutty flavour.
broccoli, but with a unique
Some cooking suggestions: • Eat raw. The individual florets
earthy and nutty flavour. make an attractive and novel
• Break the head into smaller pieces.
Its fractual growth pattern makes dipping vegetable.
Blanch in boiling water for a few
it very beautiful but it is also minutes until it turns a bright • Steam or sauté with garlic and
nutritionally rich with vitamin C, green. Drain and drop quickly into olive oil, in a stir-fry, include in
vitamin K, fibre and carotenoids. a bowl of ice-cold water to set the a soup, or a quiche with a tangy
It’s not often found in local shops, colour. Toss cooked florets into blue cheese.
but most greengrocers will buy it cooked pasta, add olive oil and
in for you if you ask for it. some grated hard cheese.
Reminder
Free Just Cook 4 Healthy Ageing classes for seniors start in Richmond on Monday mornings, 14 June – 5 July.
Contact me to book yourself a spot. Call 021 1709 443 for more information.
Columnist: Sally Rees
Sally Rees, a qualified chef, and Home Economics teacher, loves working with raw food and fermented foods.
She teaches food classes in Nelson and enjoys no-dig gardening at the Waimarama Community Gardens.
Website: www.naturalnosh.nz. Facebook: Natural Nosh.
Feature
Problem drinking – it’s not just
youngsters who over-indulge
Discussions of problem drinking often focus on prescription medicines, and conditions like liver disease,
the drinking habits of young people. However, cancer, high blood pressure and dementia.
a recent government survey suggests that older Drinking too much in later years may be the result of a
people, particularly older men, are drinking at lifetime habit, or it may be a way to deal with loneliness,
potentially harmful rates. bereavement, depression or even boredom.
The survey showed that 38% of men over 65 years were If you are concerned about your drinking you could try
not meeting Ministry of Health guidelines (see below) these strategies for cutting down:
and that 63% had consumed alcohol in the last week. • Make every second glass a non-alcoholic drink.
Older women fared markedly better but 25% of them • Only drink with meals.
felt worried or stressed about someone else’s drinking. • Have a hot drink instead of alcohol.
A 2017 report from Massey University comparing eight If you can’t manage to reduce or control your drinking
countries found that New Zealand had the second on your own it can help to talk to someone – a trusted
highest proportion of older drinkers. Interestingly, non-judgemental friend or family member, or your GP.
hazardous drinking scores in older New Zealanders
were higher in men, those with good economic living However you achieve it, moderating alcohol
standards, and those in good physical health. consumption can boost your wellbeing.
“Older New Zealanders are more likely to drink, to drink
more often, and to drink in more harmful quantities than
older adults in most other countries included in this
Ministry of Health guidelines
study,” said Dr Andy Towers, co-leader of the research. The NZ Ministry of Health advises that to reduce
risk of harm from alcohol we should all have:
Does it really matter if you indulge • No more than 3 (males) or 2 (females)
a little more in your later years? standard drinks per day.
• No more than 15 (males) or 10 (females)
Unfortunately, while overconsumption isn’t good at
standard drinks per week.
any age, older people are more susceptible to alcohol
because they metabolise it less well. Overconsumption • At least 2 alcohol-free days per week.
increases the risk of falls, interactions with common
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Arts Alive!
Calling all composers!
A group for composers of classical music is
being formed in Nelson. It’s the brainchild
of 68-year-old Mary Celeste who writes
choral and chamber music.
While attending the annual Nelson Composers
Workshop for composers from all over Aotearoa
New Zealand, Mary found it exciting and
inspiring to hear the work of other contemporary
composers and feedback from mentors. She
also saw the benefit of being able to discuss the
creative and technical challenges of composing
and envied the way that groups from other
centres were able to work together. This started
her thinking how she could develop that collegial
atmosphere here in Nelson. Beyond The Face
Mary is launching Composers’ Network Nelson with portrait exhibition
funding from the Creative Communities Scheme
Recently, Age Concern commissioned professional
distributed by Arts Council Nelson. The aim of
photographer Tim Cuff to take photos of 12 local older
the group is to share information and ideas, give
people. The resulting portraits – including the portrait
feedback on each other’s work, get expert advice,
of Vivienne Rata (above) – will be exhibited at the Elmer
and collaborate on musical projects.
Turner Library in Nelson in June.
Entitled Beyond the Face, the exhibition challenges
The initial meeting of Composers’ Network viewers to look beyond the ageing faces and consider
Nelson is at 6.00 pm on Thursday 10 June at the life experience, skills and talents of each subject.
the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts (NCMA).
The subjects were interviewed during the project so
For more information contact Mary on
that a written profile of their lives could accompany
027 213 5027 or celestialmary@outlook.com
each portrait.
Even though the project was initiated by Age Concern,
The premiere of Mary Celeste’s latest composition, staff still found themselves surprised and amazed at the
Motet for a Starling called Matisse, a five-movement stories revealed during the photographing and interview
piece for choir and starling, will be performed process. The combination of the photos and the profiles
by Chroma Chamber Choir (and Matisse, the showed just how rich the lives of these older people are,
starling!) during the choir’s Lunchtime Series and the extent of their achievements, and contributions
concert at NCMA on 29 July. to the community.
Bookings and concert information from NCMA. When: 31 May to 25 June 2021
Where: Elmer Turner Library Nelson (during opening hours)
10 MUDC AKES & R OSESArts Alive!
Nelson’s favourite free
winter festival is back!
This year Te Ramaroa Light Nelson Festival will once
again transform the city into a winter wonderland of
colour and light. The festival features more than 30
magical light installations from local and national artists,
complete with some roving entertainment that will
include some distinctly lampshade-y characters created
especially for the event. The festival runs from 9 – 13 July.
Full information is available at www.teramaroa.nz
The Wairau Affray
A new locally written play examines a pivotal
moment in Nelson’s early history, and race
relations in colonial New Zealand.
Written by Justin Eade and directed by Giles Burton,
The Wairau Affray takes a new look at a dispute between
Nelson colonists and local Māori over land ownership
in the 1840s. An ill-fated attempt by the colonists
to confront Te Rauparaha and a party of his men at
Tuamarina in 1843 was the first major armed clash
between Māori and Pakeha in New Zealand – and the
only one to occur in the South Island.
Younger actors bring the story to life on stage, but
playwright Justin Eade says he is grateful for the support
and feedback he has received from older Nelsonians and
Marlburians, including researchers and historians John
and Hilary Mitchell, and John Grey, kaumatua and former
chairperson of the Ngāti Toa Rangatira Ki Wairau Trust.
The play will be performed in Blenheim and Nelson:
• ASB Theatre, Blenheim: 24 – 26 June. Book online at www.eventfinda.co.nz/venue/blenheim-civic-theatre
• Theatre Royal, Nelson: 1 – 3 July. Book online at www.theatreroyalnelson.co.nz/show/the-wairau-affray
I SS U E 1 2 6 J U N E 2021 11Column
The Webanaut
News and stories from the internet
Our webanaut Ro Cambridge Ever wondered why The gender pay gap
searches cyberspace for your shoelaces come particularly affects
interesting news and ideas on
undone? older women
age, ageing and the lives of
Yes, this is a trivial matter, but I’ve This article from Newsroom points
older people.
always been irked by shoelaces out that the gender pay gap not
than seem to magically untie only affects women in their younger
Open the web browser on your themselves. By the time I can no years but makes them more likely
computer, mobile phone or other longer bend over far enough to to suffer higher levels of poverty in
device, and type the "bit.ly" link retie the laces, this might be more their retirement years. Prior to Covid,
for the topic you're interested than simply irksome. The solution the average old-age poverty rates
in into the search bar. to this problem is, of course, in the OECD were 15.7 percent for
to be found online. Follow the women compared to 10.3 percent
instructions on this website and for men. Post Covid, the situation for
not only will your shoelaces remain older women will be even worse.
Australian initiative secure, but the bow will sit at a neat
Read more: bit.ly/3wnn3Zg
narrows the tech right-angle to your shoe. The site
divide goes very, very deep into shoelace
Feeling a bit unsteady
esoterica so enter at your own risk!
Statistics suggest that in Australia on your pins? There’s
alone there are around 23 million Read more: bit.ly/3wAkUJV
unused mobile phones. Most are
an app for that!
perfectly functional or can be made How hot will the You have to be willing and able to
so. A Sydney woman, concerned world be for your download an app to your phone to
about the global scale of e-waste that use Nymbl, a free app (it’s funded by
this statistic suggests, founded The
grandchildren? ACC) aimed at helping you improve
Reconnect Project which refurbishes Here’s another, even more your balance and reduce your risk
pre-owned phones (and tablets and (seriously) frightening website... of falling. Once downloaded, the
laptops) and distributes them to It contains an online calculator app describes simple exercises and
people who would otherwise not with which you can plot major then prompts to actually do them.
be able to afford them, including events in the life of your child The app’s great advantage is that
women’s shelters, refugee services or grandchild against projected you can exercise at home without
and youth outreach programmes. global-temperature increases. any special equipment.
Read more: bit.ly/3viIydn Read more: bit.ly/3ffN1YJ Read more: bit.ly/3fIJAsL
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Gardening
tips and tricks
Feeding the birds and the bees
Winter is here and I’m hoping this stops our cat and vermin from it is heart-breaking to find them
for a “real” winter, despite climbing the post. You can make a drowning in it: once their wings
wooden platform with raised edges are sticky, they have no hope of
NIWA’s predictions for a warm
(or utilise an old wooden tray), survival. I have a hummingbird
one. I long for lots of cold,
screwing it onto the top of the post. feeder that I got from the USA so
rainy days and harsh frosts, the honeybees can’t get into it.
A simpler option is to put a
followed by beautiful days. I also use shallow bowls – the bees
hanging basket on the highest
I have fond memories of sit on the edge of the bowl without
tree branch you can reach, or hang
three weeks of frosts about it from a hook on a pergola rail.
falling in. Any vessel you use for
12 years ago – what fun we your sugar water will need to be
Fill the basket with cheap potting
had watching ducks landing cleaned regularly – this is really
mix and place an old plate on which
important as it helps ensure there
on our frozen pond, skidding to place food on top of the mix.
isn’t a build-up of harmful bacteria.
to the other side with very I have several hanging baskets in our
surprised expressions! garden and they work really well. Apples and bananas are loved
by sparrows, blackbirds, song
As you will know, I love putting Sugar water is perfect for tui,
thrush, silvereyes, tui and bellbirds.
out treats for our birds, especially bellbirds and silvereyes (waxeyes).
Greenfinches adore sunflower
during winter. If you are The ratio is one cup of sugar to one
seeds – I put some out especially
considering making a feeding litre of water. Dissolve the sugar in a
for them twice a day.
station and you or your neighbours small amount of boiling water then
have cats, it’s really important top it up with cold water – this is Silvereyes are tiny and they need
to put a bit of thought into cat- faster than waiting for the litre of lots of sustenance during the colder
proofing it. We put in a post at least sugar syrup to cool. months. Dripping is perfect – I
2 – 3 metres tall and slipped a piece put out a couple of chunks every
Honeybees are also attracted to
of drainage pipe over the post – morning and they demolish it!
sugar water towards spring but
Columnist: Philippa Foes-Lamb
Philippa Foes-Lamb is a passionate plant woman and gardener, artist, writer and radio show host. She runs her
own heirloom perennial nursery and grows top quality vegetable and flower seedlings, and perennials. Philippa
sells spray-free vegetable seedlings from home. Contact Philippa at foeslamb@xtra.co.nz for further information.
I SS U E 1 2 6 J U N E 2021 13Books
Thinking volumes
VOLUME is an independent bookshop stocking interesting fiction, incisive non-fiction, wonderful
children’s books and the best art and lifestyle books. VOLUME also hosts community events such
as literary readings, writing courses, book launches and discussion groups.
The Children of Ash and gender in a Barbados where laying down some great challenges:
poverty and misogyny lurk under climate change, species mutation,
and Elm: History of the
the surface and where a cautionary psychological manipulation, and
Vikings by Neil Price folk tale takes on multiple meanings power struggles, as well as bravery,
How did Vikings see themselves for three very different women. loyalty and friendship.
and their world? From 750 to
1050 CE a cultural efflorescence in The Outlaws Scarlett Hundred: What You
Scandinavia was felt everywhere and Browne Learn in a Lifetime
from Constantinople to North by Jonathan Stroud by Heike Faller and
America to the Asian steppes.
Scarlett McCain is a sassy young Valerio Vidali
This remarkable book, though,
woman adept at robbing banks, What do we learn in life? Heike Faller
presents the Vikings entirely on
outwitting the law, dealing with began asking everyone she met this
their own terms – their politics,
the Faith and keeping the mutant question, recording their answer
their cosmology and religion, their
Tainted at arm's length. When beside their age. How do the years
material world and technology,
she teams up with hapless teen pass, and how does our approach
their concepts of gender, purpose
Albert Browne and they try to to life change as we grow up and
and value – and provides a deep
make it safely to the Free Isles (in grow older? Each page in this
and entirely new interpretation of a
the lagoon covering what once beautifully illustrated book reveals
much-misunderstood people.
was London), why are they being something that someone that age
How the One-Armed tracked by strange men in bowler has learned about life. What age are
hats? There are plenty of twists
Sister Sweeps Her you? This book would make a lovely
and turns, daring adventuring and gift for anyone of any age.
House by Cherie Jones an exciting plot to entice you into
Short-listed for the 2021 Women’s this intriguing post-apocalyptic
Prize for Fiction, this well-written VOLUME:
novel. The Outlaws Scarlett and
15 Church Street, Nelson
multi-generational novel coils its Browne is mesmerisingly good, Phone 03 970 0073
way through issues of race, class and Stroud doesn’t miss a beat in
14 MUDC AKES & R OSESLibrary
Tasman District Libraries
Kapa Kōrero – nau mai haere mai! Talks by local author Chris Potter
Connect with others and practice te reo Māori at the library. Local author Chris Potter will talk about My Beautiful
You are welcome whether you are a beginner or a fluent Island, his recently published book which concerns
speaker. Kapa Kōrero meets at Motueka Library every his early childhood in a Japanese POW camp during
Friday 11.00 am – 12.00 pm, and at Richmond Library every World War II, and his extraordinary mother Norah. Chris
Monday (excluding public holidays) 10.00 am – 11.00 am. will speak at Motueka Library on Tuesday 1 June from
3.00pm, and at Motueka Library on Monday 14 June
Armchair Adventures
from 2.00pm. Cash book sales will be available.
Three local adventurers will talk about their travels to
far-flung corners of the globe. Martin Potter will talk
about “sailing round the Horn” at 2.00 pm on 9 June.
Tish Potter will discuss biking the back roads from
Nairobi to Dar es Salaam at 2.00 pm on 16 June, and
Gaylene Wilkinson will tell of her tramp down the spine
of the South Island at 2.00 pm on 23 June.
MORE INFORMATION
Phone: 03 543 8500
Website: www.tasmanlibraries.govt.nz
Nelson Public Libraries
Back to the future with “Tech Taster” sessions Tech Taster Sessions take place every Monday,
Join us as we journey back to the future with our weekly 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm, at Elma Turner Library. Bookings are
Tech Taster Sessions which will help you explore the essential and can be made by phoning the library on
digital world and discover what all the fuss is about. 03 546 0414 or ask at the front desk.
Enter the world of online tools and activities. We’ll One-on-one tech help: Book a librarian for an individual
demystify digital jargon and make sure you’re safe in help session – at a time that suits you – or drop into one
cyberspace while you have a go at writing an online of our “Device Advice” sessions:
diary, take better photos on your phone, find your way • Elma Turner Library: 2.00 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays.
with Google Maps and listen to stories and music online. • Stoke Library: 2.00 pm Tuesdays and Wednesdays
We’ll take you on a walk down memory lane, helping • Nightingale Memorial Library: 2.00 pm Fridays
you share favourite photos and record your stories
MORE INFORMATION
online for future generations.
Phone: 03 546 8100
Beginners welcome! Come and have a laugh, enjoy
Website: www.nelsonpubliclibraries.co.nz
afternoon tea, and gain some new skills to show off to
the grandkids.
I SS U E 1 2 6 J U N E 2021 15Our Community
News and Information
What’s happening at Age Concern
Elder Abuse Awareness Week Monday information sessions
Sadly, most older people are abused by someone they This series of informative and interesting gatherings
know. That’s why the theme of Elder Abuse Awareness continues. All session run on Mondays, 10.00 am –
Week this year is Elder Abuse Hits Close to Home. In New 11.30 am, Age Concern Hall, 62 Oxford Street, Richmond.
Zealand, 79% of alleged abusers are family members,
• 14 June: The Brook Sanctuary on the wildlife
56% of whom were adult children or grandchildren.
sanctuary close
Age Concern Nelson Tasman provides information,
• 21 June: ASB presentation on the Stoke Banking Hub,
support and advocacy around elder abuse. We also
scam / fraud tips and phasing out of cheques
provide education to healthcare professionals, carers
and agencies about how to spot elder abuse, what to • 5 July: Bike safety for older adults, suitable for
do about it and how to promote dignity and respect for standard and e-bikes. (BYO helmet if you have one.)
older people. • 12 July: Personal finance help including power cost,
dental issues and home repairs.
If you are concerned about yourself or someone • 26 July: Nelson Quilters Guild showcase their creations.
you know please contact Mal on 03 544 7624
ext 2 or advisor@ageconcernnt.org.nz Confident driving
We run a number of courses aimed at helping you boost
your driving confidence as well as advice for those who
TechConnect classes can no longer drive. These classes are coming up:
If you are interested in learning how to use an iPad • Staying Safe Driving: Monday 14 June
we suggest you enrol in our iPad users course which 9.30 am – 12.30 pm, Summerset Richmond Ranges
begins mid-June and runs for four consecutive weeks. Activities Room, 1 Hill Street North, Richmond.
The course includes basic use of the iPad for emails,
• Life Without a Car: Wednesday 30 June
accessing newspapers, e-books and audio books,
1.30 pm at Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village,
streaming TV and movies, games, internet banking and
49 Covent Drive, Stoke.
online shopping.
• CarFit: Wednesday 28 July, hockey / softball carpark,
We supply an iPad for you to experiment with during
Saxton Field, 10.00 am – 3.00 pm. Bookings required.
the course so you can decide whether an iPad is for you,
before deciding to buy one. To register your interest contact Jackie on 03 544 7624
ext 4 or community@ageconcernnt.org.nz.
When: Begins Monday 14 June and runs through to
Monday 5 July, 2.00 pm and 3.00 pm
Where: Age Concern Hall at 62 Oxford Street. Get in touch with Age Concern Nelson Tasman
Spaces are limited. Phone 03 544 7624 62 Oxford St, Richmond 7020
To book a place, contact Miriam on 03 544 7624 ext 6 Email ageconnect@ageconcernnt.org.nz
or email support@ageconcernnt.org.nz Website www.ageconcernnt.org.nz
16 MUDC AKES & R OSESOur Community
News and Information
Covid-19 vaccination rollout
– what you need to know
The free Pfizer vaccine is being offered to people in Get the right information
Groups 1, 2 and 3.
Be aware of incorrect information on social media and
People who are aged 65 and over are included in websites. Misinformation is also circulating in the form
Group 3 which also includes people who are: of pamphlets. If it's not from Unite Against Covid-19, or
• disabled the Ministry of Health, this information might not be
trustworthy. The Nelson Marlborough Health website
• pregnant (any trimester)
has up to date information about the roll-out in our
• have a relevant underlying health condition* region: www.nmdhb.govt.nz/vaccine
• live in custodial settings.
Accurate, evidence-based information is available
If you are in Group 3 from the Ministry of Health, Unite Against Covid-19,
Immunisation Advisory Centre, Te Puni Kōkiri and
The large size of Group 3 means that not everyone will
Medsafe NZ websites and social media pages.
be offered the vaccine at the same time.
If you are in Group 3 you will be contacted over the next *Underlying health conditions: As at 21 May, underlying
few months by a health official, using contact details health conditions include:
held by your GP or healthcare provider. You do not need
• serious and chronic respiratory conditions, such as
to do anything other than making sure your contact
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
details are up to date.
• chronic kidney/renal disease
If you don’t have a GP you can register your contact
details with Healthline on 0800 282 926. • diabetes
Please be patient – everyone in the region over the age • coronary heart conditions
of 16 will be offered a free vaccine.
• stroke
Flu vaccine first or Covid-19 • hypertension (high blood pressure)
vaccine? • cancer, excluding basal and squamous skin cancers if
not invasive.
Get your Covid-19 vaccine first if you already have an
appointment booked, otherwise get your flu vaccine The Ministry of Health updates this list as they review the
first. The Ministry of Health recommends a two-week latest evidence on which underlying health conditions
gap between getting your flu vaccine and your could put people at a greater risk from Covid-19.
Covid-19 vaccine. The online tool is updated with health conditions as
they are added: www.covid19.govt.nz/vaccines
You can also talk to Healthline about your health
condition and groups: phone 0800 611 116.
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18 MUDC AKES & R OSESPuzzles
Crossword
ACROSS DOWN
1. Prepare and issue (book) 1. Influential
4. Use loom 2. Will's bequests
7. Stir up 3. Learn (of )
8. Sedate (character) 4. Troubles
9. Rotten 5. Fleecy Andes mammals
12. Unfearing 6. Scraped (out a living)
15. 366 days (4,4) 10. Highest ranking peers
17. Wireless crackle 11. Nitpick, split ...
18. Fury 13. Divulge
21. Ached (for) 14. Umbrella
22. Reduce by 50% 16. Actress ... Anderson
23. Bankroll (event) 18. Accompanied by
19. London's ... Park
20. Lower leg's back
muscle
Crossword solution Sudoku
Each row, column and 3 x 3 square should contain the digits 1 – 9
1 2 8
5 3
6 4 1
1 6 8
Sudoku solution 2 3
5 1 3 6 7 2 8 4 9
4 3 5
2 6 8 4 9 1 5 7 3
7 4 9 5 8 3 2 1 6
9 2 5 3 1 8 7 6 4
6 3 1 7 4 5 9 2 8 6 5 9
8 7 4 9 2 6 1 3 5
1 5 7 8 3 4 6 9 2 3 9
3 9 6 2 5 7 4 8 1
4 8 2 1 6 9 3 5 7 4 8 2
Thanks to Tasman resident 80 year-old Diny van Oeveren for creating our Sudoku puzzles
I SS U E 1 2 6 J U N E 2021 19service directory
tasman and Nelson Public Libraries
Free library services at Stoke, Tahunanui and
Grey Power Golden Bay
Contact Michael Delceg (President).
Hope Social Indoor Bowls Club
Held at Hope Recreation Hall,
nelson district Nelson. Including free computer use, computer Phone 03 525 9530. Tuesday 1.30pm – 3.30pm. $3 per session.
Age Concern classes, wifi access, a home delivery service, local Email greypowergb@gmail.com We are a fun social group catering for
Elder abuse and neglect advice and support. and family history information and regular events. Indoor Bowls/Cards everyone. New members welcome.
Accredited visitor service. Phone 03 544 7624. Phone 03 546 8100. Senior Citizens Clubrooms, Monday afternoons, Phone 03 544 3116 (Robin).
Richmond Office: 62 Oxford Street. Marching for Women 50+ 1.30 pm – 4.00 pm.
www.ageconcernnt.org.nz Join a group of fantastic mature women for fun, Phone 03 5258464 (Klazien). Māpua
Alzheimers Society fitness, and friendship. No experience required. Marble Mountain Country Music Club Sioux Line Dance
Supporting all those living with dementia in our Uniforms supplied. Phone 03 548 9527 (Diana). Fourth Sunday of each month at the Senior Citizens Tuesday – Māpua Community Hall
community. Phone 0800 004 001 / 03 546 7702. Email dianatony@xtra.co.nz Clubrooms. Phone 03 525 9966 (Margaret). Beginner Class, 9.00 am – 10.00 am.
Arthritis New Zealand Steampunk – Hickety Pic Southern Steamers Improver Class, 10.00 am – 11.30 am.
Motupipi Indoor Bowling Club
Sit and Be Fit, pool sessions at Nelson Hospital Nelson meets every second Wednesday, Prince Phone 03 528 6788.
Thursdays 7.30 pm at the Senior Citizens
Pool. All services managed from Christchurch. Albert Hotel. Motueka meets every second Email sioux.wilson@yahoo.com.au
Clubrooms. Supper and games for $3.
An arthritis educator is also available. Tuesday, Paper Nautilus Cafe. New members Phone 03 525 9491 (Nancy). Low-Impact Aerobics and Pilates
Freephone 0800 663 463. welcome, dress-up encouraged but not enforced! Wakefield, Upper Moutere and Māpua.
Pohara Bowling Club
Asthma Society (Better Breathing Classes) Costume and prop workshops, op-shop visits Phone 03 543 2268 (Lynda).
Phone 03 525 9621 (Jennifer).
New Better Breathing Circuit at Club Waimea. and promenades at markets planned. Māpua Craft Group
Contact via Facebook: Puramahoi Table Tennis
Phone 03 544 1562. Every Friday in the supper room at Hills
www.facebook.com/groups/721005124614168 Phone 03 525 7127 (Rene).
Email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz Community Church from 10.00 am – 12.00 pm
www.nelsonasthma.co.nz Senior Net (Nelson) Relaxation and Restoration Yoga (term time only) for simple craft work. Enjoy guest
Computer instruction (50+). Clubrooms at Pioneer Yoga for all in Takaka township. Small groups for speakers, demonstrations and group outings.
Brook Sanctuary
Park, Hastings Street. Phone 03 548 9401. individual attention and private sessions. Learn Morning tea provided.
Volunteer with Brook Waimarama Sanctuary!
how to use your breath and gentle movements Phone 03 540 3602 (Julie Cox).
We need Visitor Centre volunteers, hosts for public Stroke Foundation
to calm the body and mind. Email juliehcox@xtra.co.nz
events, track cutting, invasive plant control, Enquiries to Anne-Marie, Community Stroke
Phone 03 525 7422 (Terry).
trapping and lizard monitoring volunteers. Advisor, phone 03 545 8183 or 027 455 8302. Māpua Creative Fibre Group
www.brooksanctuary.org.nz/support SeniorNet (Golden Bay) Second Tuesday of each month, 10.00 am at
Upright and Able for Falls Prevention –
Phone 03 539 4920. Beginner courses in home computing, based in Māpua Hall. All welcome, bring your work, learn
for over 65s
clubrooms at Takaka Showgrounds. or perfect your spinning, crochet, weaving, felting,
Elysium Widow and Widowers Group 2.5 hour session designed to help you stay
Phone 03 525 9569 (Sally). knitting skills. Bring own lunch. Weaving group
A small group who meet for friendship, coffee independent/reduce your chance of having a fall.
Phone 03 525 7465 (Morfydd). meets fourth Tuesday of each month, 10.00 am in
weekly, and meals out twice a month. New faces Phone 03 543 7838.
very welcome. Phone Virginia 03 544 0814. Email marnie.brown@nbph.org.nz Sit and Be Fit ($2 donation) each other’s homes. Phone 03 528 4935 (Barbara).
Golden Bay Community Centre: Māpua Friendship Club
Found Directory Volunteer Nelson
Tuesday, 10.15 am – 11.15 am. Māpua Public Hall.
An online directory of social and community Volunteering opportunities across Nelson and
Phone 03 525 8770 (Jacinda). Phone 03 540 3685 (Valerie).
groups and organisations across Nelson and Tasman. A great way to connect socially and do
Collingwood Memorial Hall: Thursday
Tasman. www.found.org.nz something that interests you. Māpua Bowling Club
10.00 am – 11.00 am. Phone 03 525 8770
Phone 03 546 7681. Phone 03 546 7681. Phone 03 540 2934 (Dave).
(Jacinda) or phone 03 525 9728 (Jo).
Email admin@volunteernelson.org.nz Email admin@volunteernelson.org.nz The Coastal Stringers
www.volunteernelson.org.nz Takaka Golf Club
Fresh Focus Nelson Meet at the Boat Club rooms, Māpua Wharf,
Phone 03 525 9054.
Meet Mondays 10.00 am at Elim Christian Centre, Fridays 1.30 pm – 4.00 pm. Phone
625 Main Road Stoke, for speakers’ talks on a Golden Bay Takaka Golf Club (Ladies Section) 03 540 3010 (Colleen) or 03 540 2627 (Diane).
wide variety of subjects that provide education Astanga Yoga Phone 03 5259 573 (Rhonda Lash).
and entertainment. A number of series occur Golden Bay Community Centre, Tuesdays Takaka Spinning Group Motueka
throughout the year during term time. 5.45 pm (Doris or Keryn). Phone 03 524 8146 (Margaret). Cycling
Phone 03 525 9525, Thursdays 9.00 am. Takaka Table Tennis Thursday night social biking group, 5.45 pm out
Email ffnelson2021@gmail.com or visit our
Phone 03 525 9033 (Michelle or Pam). Phone 03 525 7127 (Rene). the back of Coppins Cycles (New World car park).
Facebook – Fresh Focus Nelson 2021 for updates.
Friends of Golden Bay U3A (University of the Third Age) No fancy lycra, no expensive gear required, no
Hearing Association Nelson
Phone 03 524 8130 (Don). Phone 03 525 7582 (Tim). fees. Rides about 12 km.
One in six people are hard of hearing. There
is a link between untreated hearing loss and Genealogical Group Uruwhenua Women’s Institute Motueka Senior Citizens Social Club
wider health issues which include dementia, St John Rooms, A&P Showgrounds, Second Tuesday each month, 1.30 pm. $3 per session. Coffee, tea and biscuits provided.
falls and social isolation. Early intervention is Phone 03 525 8086 (Sally). Phone 03 525 9491 (Nancy) for venue. Indoor Bowls: Mondays & Wednesdays
recommended. Contact us at Hearing House, Email pands@gaffneys.co.nz 1.15 pm – 3.30 pm. Phone 027 283 1595 (Brian).
Wednesday Walkers
354 Trafalgar Square, Nelson. Gentle Exercise Class Meet at Information Centre carpark, Takaka Rummikub: Thursdays 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm.
Phone 03 548 3270. office@hearingnelson.nz (Through Golden Bay Physio Clinic) Golden Bay – depart 9.00 am. Bring morning tea/lunch, Phone 03 526 8796 (Mavis).
Hearing Therapy Services Life Unlimited Community Health, Mondays 10.00 am – raincoat, light boots or walking shoes. Community Stories: First Friday of the month,
Free MOH service. Understand your hearing levels, 11.00 am, free. Phone 03 525 0105 (Erica). Phone 03 525 7440 (Piers Maclaren). 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm.
tools for hearing loss management including Email ericaphysiogoldenbay.co.nz
Holy Moly Activity Circuit: Second Friday of the
tinnitus. Clinics Nelson, Takaka, Motueka. Golden Bay Contract Bridge Club hope month, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm.
Phone 0800 008 011 to book. Wednesday, 7.00 pm. Friday, 1.00 pm. Hope Midweek Badminton Club
Mobile Nail Care Golden Bay Recreation Centre Quiz: Third Friday of the month,
Wednesday mornings.
Toenail and fingernail cutting service at 2032 Takaka Valley Highway, Takaka. 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm.
Phone 03 541 9200 (Carolyn).
home or at your residential care facility. Phone 021 567 221 (Lori). Monthly Social: Fourth Friday of the month,
Nelson Veterans Tennis Club
Phone 021 050 2373 (Dianna). Golden Bay Garden Club 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm.
Hope Tennis Courts, every Thursday.
Phone 03 525 8455 (Anne). Phone 03 547 6916 (Leona). Enquiries to 021 251 4359 (Chris, President).
Golden Bay Patchwork and Quilters Guild
Phone 03 524 8487 (Liza).
20 MUDC AKES & R OSESservice directory
Marching
Motueka Veteranettes Marching Team.
NELSON Nelson Grey Power
Nelson Grey Power is a lobby organisation
Pottery
Nelson Community Potters, 132 Rutherford
Aquatics/Swimming/Gym
Phone 03 528 9125 (Bev). promoting the welfare and wellbeing of all those Street, Nelson. Social group; Thursday mornings
Riverside Pool. Phone 03 546 3221.
Motueka District Museum citizens 50+. Phone 03 547 2457. or Twilight Pottery; Mondays, 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm.
Belly Dancing with Gretchen Email nelsongreypower@xtra.co.nz Free to members, $7 casual. Phone 03 548 3087
April – November: Open Tuesday – Friday,
Phone 03 548 8707. Email kitesfun@gmail.com (Annie) or 03 548 1488 (Elizabeth).
10.00 am – 3.00 pm. Sunday, 10.00 am – 2.00 pm. Nelson Male Voice Choir
December to March: Open Monday – Friday, Breast Prostheses and Mastectomy Bras Rehearsals: Reformed Church, Enner Glynn, Email ncpotters@gmail.com
10.00 am – 3.00 pm. Sunday, 10.00 am – 2.00 pm. 11 Keats Crescent, Stoke. Phone 03 547 5378 Monday, 6.45 pm. Phone 03 548 4657 (Dick). Silver Yogis
Phone 03 528 7660. Email: savepast@snap.net.nz (Helen Clements). www.classiccontours.co.nz Phone 03 544 3131 (John). Beginner’s yoga for adults 50+. Mats and props
www.motuekadistrictmuseum.org.nz Cancer Society Nelson Nelson Petanque Club provided. Phone 03 548 8245 (Jo Ann).
Motueka Social Dance Group 102 Hardy Street, Nelson. Support and Wednesday and Sunday 1.15 pm. Behind the Email nzsilveryogis@gmail.com
Dances at Māpua Hall, 7.30 pm – 11.00 pm. information for anyone affected by cancer. Cancer Trafalgar Park grandstand, off Trafalgar Park Lane. www.silveryogis.co.nz
Phone 03 528 5363 (Gary). Helpline: 0800 226 237. Any cancer, any question. Boules and tuition provided. SeniorNet Nelson
Phone 03 539 1137. Phone 03 546 6562 (Roger or Shirley). SeniorNet Nelson supports people aged over 50
Riwaka Bowling Club
Email: info@cancernelson.org.nz to learn to use and enjoy computers and other
School Rd, Riwaka. Phone 021 123 5974 (Pauline) Nelson Philatelic Society
www.cancernelson.org.nz technology in their everyday lives. Help sessions,
or 021 263 3441 (Vince). Stamp collectors meet second Tuesday of the
www.facebook.com/Cancer-Society-Nelson courses, interest groups and one-on-one
Riwaka Croquet Club month (summer) 7.30 pm. Second Sunday
Cardiac Support Group (winter) 1.30 pm, Stoke School. tutoring available. Contact Peter Thompson,
Play Monday and Wednesday morning
Information and support to people affected by Phone 03 547 7516 (Len). Phone 03 5489401 (leave message).
from 9.30 am summer. 10.00 am winter.
cardiovascular disease. Email contact@seniornetnelson.org.nz
Phone 03 528 9139 (Eileen). Nelson Provincial Museum
Phone 03 545 7112 (Averil). www.seniornetnelson.org.nz
Scottish Country Dancing For details, visit www.nelsonmuseum.co.nz
Community Heart and Diabetes Services Stoke Tahunanui Ladies Club
Wednesday evening 7.30 pm, Scout Hut, Nelson Social Dancing Club
Nelson Bays Primary Health for education, Meets third Wednesday every month.
Lower Moutere Hall. Phone 03 526 6842 (Alison). Dance at Club Waimea, Queen Street, Richmond,
awareness and support. Phone 03 547 5238 (Pauline).
Social Recreation 7.30 pm to 11.15 pm the second Saturday of each
Phone 03 543 7836 / 021 409 552 (Bee Super Seniors (65+)
Kiwi Seniors (Motueka). month. Ballroom, Latin, Rock n Roll and sequence
Williamson). Free phone 0800 731 317. Meets third Friday each month, 10.30 am –
Phone 03 528 7817 (Vonnie). dancing, live music. Members $10, non members
Elysium Widow and Widowers Group $15. No stiletto heels please! Phone 03 544 8052 12.30 pm. All Saints Church Foyer, 30 Vanguard
Sport Tasman Motueka A small group who meet for friendship, Street (city end) Nelson. Includes: morning tea,
(Lynn).
Monday: Badminton/Pickle ball coffee weekly, and meals out twice a month guest speaker, activities, light lunch, suggested
(social, all welcome), 10.30 am– 12.00 pm. Nelson Scottish Country Dancing Club
throughout Nelson and Richmond. New faces very donation, $5. Phone 03 548 2601 (Anne-Marie).
Thursday night dancing, 7.30 pm YMCA Hall,
Tuesday: Sit n Be Fit, 10.30 am – 11.30 am. welcome. Phone 03 544 0814 (Virginia). Support Works
156 Toi Toi St, Nelson. Phone 03 547 5721 (Kelly)
Wednesday: Badminton (social, all welcome), Nelson Hinemoa Croquet Club or 03 547 7226 (Ian). Assesses the needs and co-ordinates services
10.30 am – 12.00 pm. Saltwater Lane off Halifax Street. Social play for people affected by disabililty. For a free
Nelson Scrabble Club
Thursday: Sit n Be Fit, 10.30 am – 11.30 am. Sunday and Tuesday afternoons from 12.30pm. assessment, free phone 0800 244 300.
Meet every Wednesday, 7.00 pm at the Nelson
Ph 03 548 3977. Suter Art Gallery
Friday: Badminton/Pickle ball Suburban Club/Nelson City Club, Kinzett Terrace,
(social, all welcome), 10.30 am– 12.00 pm. Government Superannuitants Association Nelson. No charge for playing, but please buy a Exhibitions, floortalks – see www.thesuter.org.nz
Phone 03 538 0233 (Margaret). drink at the bar. Beginners welcome and we will for details, 208 Bridge Street, Nelson.
$5 per session or concession card or
Email nelson@gsa.org.nz train you to play competitive Scrabble. Phone 03 548 4699.
10 for $40. Phone 03 528 8228 (Tiegan).
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Phone 03 545 1159 (Tony). Tahunanui Bowling Club
Yoga
Phone 027 724 4913 (Sharon Norris). Nelson Senior Citizens Social Indoor Welcomes summer and winter bowlers.
Dru Yoga classes in Upper Moutere.
nelson@grg.org.nz Bowling Club Phone 03 547 7562 (Barry).
Phone 03 527 8069 (Jill).
www.grg.org.nz Come and join us for social indoor bowls and a Tahunanui Community Centre
MURCHISON Marching cuppa every Wednesday and Friday afternoon,
1.15 pm – 4.00 pm. Beginners welcome. Trafalgar
A range of activities and services on offer, walking,
gardening, cycling and free counselling.
Silveraires Leisure Marching.
Murchison Sport, Recreation and
Phone 03 548 9527 (Diana). Street Hall in the City. For information phone Phone 03 548 6036 (Katie or Jacqui).
Cultural Centre
Nelson Antique Bottle and Collectables Club 03 548 9006 (Maria) or 027 497 9330 (Karin). www.tahunanuicommunityhub.org.nz
Email murchison.centre@clear.net.nz
Phone 03 523 9360. www.murchisoncentre.co.nz First Tuesday of each month, 7.30 pm, Broadgreen Nelson Table Tennis Club Tai Chi and Qigong with Gretchen
House, Nayland Road, Stoke. Informal, Saxton Stadium, Monday and Friday Classes in Nelson, Stoke and Richmond.
Older & Bolder (50+ years): Tuesdays, 1.00 pm
informative, friendly and fun. Bring along your 9.00 am – 12.00 pm. All welcome. Phone 03 548 8707 (Gretchen).
– 2.45 pm, Function Room. Free group get
treasures. Phone 03 545 2181 (Judy). Phone 03 544 8648 (Glenda). Email kitesfun@gmail.com
together. Attendees are asked to bring a plate to
Email randjpittman@gmail.com New Zealand Society of Geneaologists, Taoist Tai Chi Internal Arts for Health
share for afternoon tea. Coffee and tea provided.
All welcome, but please note that sessions are Nelson Blood Cancer Support Group Nelson Branch A variety of classes. Help yourself to better health.
designed for ages 50+. Coffee every second Monday of the month at Meetings held every fourth Monday, 7.30 pm Suitable for all ages. Phone 03 545 8375.
Badminton: Tuesdays, 6.30 pm – 7.30 pm, Honest Lawyer in Stoke, with added information (February – October) at Nick Smiths Rooms, The Probus Club
Sports Hall. $2 per person. All welcome. No meetings at the Cancer Society offices in Nelson. Quarantine Road, Stoke. The Probus Club of Nelson City welcomes men and
experience necessary, all equipment provided. We are here for each other when support Library, 67 Trafalgar Street, Nelson: women as new members. We meet on the second
Any queries, contact the Rec Centre team on or understanding is most needed. Monday, 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm. Thursday, Thursday of each month (except December and
03 523 9360 or murchison.centre@gmail.com. Phone 03 544 3037 (Graham Sturgess) or 10.00 am – 4.00 pm. Sunday, 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm. January) at 10.00 am, at The Nelson Golf Club,
Pilates classes: Thursdays, 6.00 pm – 7.00 pm, 03 544 2636 (Lloyd Kennedy). All welcome. Email nelson@genealogy.org.nz 38 Bolt Rd, Tahunanui. Phone 03 544 0494 (Helen).
Function Room. Suitable for all skill levels. These Nelson Electronic Organ and Nelson 50+ Walking Group Ukulele with Gretchen
mat-work classes are run on a per term basis. For Keyboard Club Mini walks and longer walks every week to suit Nelson and Richmond, groups or private.
queries or to enrol, contact Sue Wilson on 029 281 First Tuesday of each month, Stoke School Hall, all fitness levels. Everyone welcome. Phone 03 548 8707. Email kitesfun@gmail.com
3735 or at sue@suewilson.kiwi.nz 7.30 pm. $2, supper provided. New members Phone 03 539 6402 (Roger) or 03 547 7690 (Alan).
Murchison Golden Oldies welcome. Phone 03 540 3288 (Valerie).
Phone 03 523 9792 (Hamish Reith).
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