Thoughts of the week

Marlborough Weekly readers' Thoughts of the week.

Worried about water
Re: “How low can the Wairau go?”

I thought the Southern Valleys’ Irrigation Scheme had thresholds that once met would release water back into the river? That was the whole point behind its establishment, as well to better regulate and stop water take renewals.
— Hohepa Tapata

My yard that I lease from Marlborough District Council is right beside the Wairau River. There is at least two to three metres more gravel in the river than there has ever been. When they do an extraction and contractors remove gravel, it’s just like chickens scratching around a coop – they only just take a little bit off the surface. Leaseholders are extremely concerned and apprehensive about the next big flood that comes.
— Mike Gifford

Been bugger all rain up country; that’s why the river is low.
— Colin Wells

From regular observation, it was lower this time last year.
— Gary Wills

When the vineyards run out of water, it will be a crisis, and most certainly not at any other point.
— Jamarl Thomson

Having a grape time.
— Dawn Anderson

Congrats on the kudos!
Re: “Lucy brings trophy home”

Yes, that’s Rhonda and Joe [Blakiston’s] daughter. She’s done so well.
— John Hawke

Congratulations Lucy! From a past kindergarten teacher, awesome news.
— Kim Hollis

This is the Sh*t We Should Care About.
— Bjorn Cowdrey

Lucy, you truly are an inspiration.
— Gaye Anderson

Put best fin forward
Re: “Mako on hunt for new coach”

Thanks, Gray, for your service to Tasman, and all the best with your future. Fins up.
— Steve Black

Hatuna regatta
Re: “Maadi magic”

Jeez, a crew including two Lindstroms and a Sutherland – must have been a sure bet! Well done to all! And a great story, Pete!
— Greg Brimble