Issue 718 Friday 30th October 2015

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With the 2015 ski season now at an end and with Gnomes Alpine Sports about to embark on their biggest business development change to date (stay tuned and watch this space) it was rewarding to have their skill and expertise recognised by the Ski Industry. Mid season, business co-owner Ally Kerr Ally Kerr Ally Kerr Ally Kerr won, for the second time in three years, recognition as the top salesperson for Rossignol skis in New Zealand. The prize, heli-skiing with Southern Lakes Heli ski, took Ally to Queenstown for a day to remember. “I really wasn’t expecting it this time round,” Ally said, “and the heli-skiing day was perfect, blue skies and fresh powder to die for,” he enthused! “This has been our best season on record, the snow was great throughout and this top salesperson’s win was just the icing on the cake.” Ally wasn’t the only one of Gnomes Alpine Sports’ personnel to have their dedication and sales ability recognised though. Long time retail manager Lydia Gliddon Lydia Gliddon Lydia Gliddon Lydia Gliddon was awarded a trophy for being the ‘Soft Goods Salesperson of the Year’ voted for by New Zealand importers and suppliers at the recent NZSIF (New Zealand Ski industry Federation) tradeshow, held in Queenstown. Gnomes Alpine Sports co-owner Leith Kerr Leith Kerr Leith Kerr Leith Kerr added that Lydia’s award was well deserved and testament to all her hard work and commitment. As Gnomes prepare for a huge change to their business they will operate Thursdays and Fridays 10am-5pm and Saturdays 10am-1pm. Still plenty of stock for those heading to the northern hemisphere for winter and plenty of great prices to be had.

Ally Kerr displays his pleasure at being on the top of the world - heli -skiing; as his prize for being the top salesperson

of Rossignol skis.

Lydia Gliddon’s much deserved recognition for her knowledge and sales of soft-goods as voted by Ski Industry

importers and suppliers.

Inside this issue:

Selwyn Singer’s

Canterbury Performance

2

Expect the Unexpected 2

Firefighters Compete

Across the Tasman

3

Geraldine Summer Fete 3

Event Postponed 4

From Darfield Physio 4

Warm Welcome to

Glentunnel Principal

5

Fe8ercairn Speech &

Drama Results

6

Music on the Terrace 7

West Melton High

Achievers

7

Know Your Rapid Number 8

Change of Owners at

Hampton Engineering

9

Celebra�ng 150 Years 10

Improving Safety of

Visi�ng Drivers

11

Local Speaker Takes 1st 11

Environment News 12

Brightest Science Students

Selected

13

Definitely Spring at

Hororata

14

Sports Results 15

Public No�ces 15-16

Dates To Remember 15

Classifieds 16-18

Trades 18-20

Email Column 20

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Rounding off a hectic year of touring, Springfield’s Silver Scroll finalist and Fly My Pretties star Mel Parsons Mel Parsons Mel Parsons Mel Parsons brings her stellar show home to Canterbury this November, for a special performance in Christchurch’s newly refurbished Isaac Theatre Royal. When not on the road the acclaimed songwriter and musician calls Malvern home, and after a big year is excited about get t ing back to Canterbury for some hot dry summer days. The Isaac Theatre Royal

performance will be part of a five date spring tour taking in some of New Zealand’s most beautiful and iconic theatres, with Mel accompanied by a full band, performing songs from her new and critically acclaimed third album ‘Drylands’. An engaging performer with a sharp wit and natural emotive voice, Mel is a two-time NZ Music Award (VNZMA) finalist for Folk Album of the Year, a 2015 finalist for the coveted APRA Silver Scroll Award, and ‘Drylands’ has just won the 2015 NZMA for Best Engineer (Lee Prebble & Oliver Harmer). She will be joined by Kiwi music legend and fellow Cantabrian Julia DeansJulia DeansJulia DeansJulia Deans, performing a rare solo set to open the show. Julia, a festival favourite, has c a p t i v a t e d a u d i e n c e s throughout her career, from fronting Fur Patrol, to renowned supergroup The Adults, and sultry chanteuse in Silo Theatre’s Brel.

Mel Parsons who, along with Julia Deans, will perform at the Isaac Theatre Royal.

Selwyn District Council is advising motorists to expect the unexpected while driving on rural roads. A new road safety campaign reminds drivers to slow down on rural roads and be ready to brake - especially near corners or road works, and around wandering stock or farm machinery such as tractors. Between 2010 and 2014, there were 164 crashes in Selwyn District where speed was a contributing factor, with 82 of these resulting in injuries. These included nine fatalities, 40 serious injuries and 69 minor injuries. Eighty-five per cent of these crashes occurred on open roads,

with the majority of motorists losing control when driving around a bend (65%), and 17% losing control on a straight road. In 74% of these crashes a single car was involved. Alcohol was also a contributing

factor in 28% of these crashes. Selwyn District Council’s Road Safety Coordinator Ngaire Tinning Ngaire Tinning Ngaire Tinning Ngaire Tinning commented that the faster motorists travel, the higher the risk of serious injury. “It is very important that people are aware that travelling too fast isn’t always travelling above the speed limit. Even if you have travelled the same route before, always expect that there could be things on the road that can cause an accident, such as wandering stock. “Many accidents are caused by motorists driving too fast for the conditions. Being aware of your surroundings and slowing down before going around a bend allows you time to stop if you need to,” Ngaire said. The ‘Expect the Unexpected’ campaign will run during October and November and includes an educational video, radio and newspaper advertising, plus giveaways of pens, along with packs of tissues containing messages to remind drivers to expect the unexpected on roads.

Large vehicles are one of many potential hazards motorists can encounter in Selwyn.

Tickets are selling fast - bookings can be made online at ticketek.co.nz or call the Isaac Theatre Royal box office. Ticketek has a special group booking offer - book ten tickets

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Christmas shopping at its best begins at the Geraldine Summer Fete on November 5th with 160 high quality stalls showcasing an amazing selection of products from both around New Zealand and the world. Shopping is guaranteed to be a breeze with a wonderful range of furniture, art, jewellery, homewares, fashion, children’s toys and clothing. Selwyn locals are well represented at the Fete by Woven Veranda displaying their stylish garden and conservatory furniture made with natural and synthetic wicker and alongside them are Skeanie with super stylish shoes for children. They will be joined by Wadzee (women’s clothing from Gore) Country Me (beautiful children’s clothing), The Little Leather Company (NZ made elegant handbags), The Rockerman (wooden NZ made furniture There is always a delicious selection of food for lunch and an entertaining range of live music. Top the amazing day off with a stroll around the beautiful Stover Garden. This is a day not to be missed and tickets can be purchased through Eventfinder or on the day. See advertisement in this issue for further details.See advertisement in this issue for further details.See advertisement in this issue for further details.See advertisement in this issue for further details.

L to R: Michelle & Alan Kittelty, Jan & Bryan Thomas and Joost Kepers in Oz.

A team of Darfield firefighters are currently across the Tasman having just competed in the 2015 Australasian Firefighters Championship. Alan KitteltyAlan KitteltyAlan KitteltyAlan Kittelty, Bryan Thomas Bryan Thomas Bryan Thomas Bryan Thomas and Joost Kepers Joost Kepers Joost Kepers Joost Kepers joined forces with Morrinsville from the North Island to compete at Echuca, Victoria, (October 23rd - 25th). The composite team competed in ten different events - against three other teams from New Zealand, one from Fiji and the balance of the total thirty, coming from various parts of Australia. Although the team containing Darfield firefighters didn't come away with any medals, they performed extremely well and ran penalty free. Their times were consistent and in one

event they beat a previous event record. This competition only takes place every two years, with the

2017 event to be held in New Zealand. These championships are all about participation, teamwork , comradesh ip , friendship and friendly rivalry. The team will now continue to train in preparation for the local and Provincial two man waterways competition, which commences in November.

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For those that were looking forward to either attending or intended participating in the forthcoming Malvern Have a Go Day - it has been postponed. “For an event like this it is crucial to have a large number of both indoor and outdoor activities happening,” said Se lwyn D i s t r i c t Counc i l Recreation Advisor, Dave Dave Dave Dave

TippettTippettTippettTippett, “and although a number of people had committed time and resources to the event, for which I am hugely grateful, generally low participation numbers indicate the timing of the event may not have been quite right.” Dave added. “I am keen to reschedule on a date towards the end of

summer and focus on the promotion of winter sport and recreational activities of any shape and size.”

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What’s the real risk to me? Recent statistics show that 28,000 people die every year - the causes however may surprise you. Medical conditions and illnesses accounted for 94%, (26,320). Of all deaths 65% (18,200) from heart disease, cancer and strokes. Cancer was the leading cause relating to 8,200 deaths. Of the 28,000 deaths, only 3% (800) were sudden (i.e. unexpected, undiagnosed or untreated conditions). About 400,000 income earners are disabled for at least three months every year. The cause - 16% accidents and 84% due to medical conditions and illnesses which ACC does not cover. Most of us don’t take the time to consider the effect this would have to ourselves, family and businesses. The ‘she’ll be right’, and ‘we can look at this tomorrow’ approach, often means we don’t take the time to look into ways of reducing this risk before an event occurs. It is commonly known that New Zealanders are under insured. Whilst more than half of families have life insurance, only 18% of people will have considered and have in place Trauma (Major Illness) insurance which provides funds whilst you’re alive. Do you have insurances to protect your lifestyle, and if so, would this meet your needs should a claim occur? A comprehensive review of your situation will provide you with the tools to make informed decisions going forward.

Newly appointed Glentunnel School principal: Dion Stechmann feeling ‘at home’ with his Year 6 class.

Glentunnel school is delighted to welcome Dion Stechmann Dion Stechmann Dion Stechmann Dion Stechmann as their new Principal. Dion, together with his wife Fiona , Fiona , Fiona , Fiona , and their children Lachlan Lachlan Lachlan Lachlan and Sophia Sophia Sophia Sophia have moved into the school house. The big move took place over the holidays to allow time for the family to make themselves at home and make invaluable preparations for the new school term. Included in Dion’s role as principal at Glentunnel is teaching the Year 6 students in the afternoons. Alison BrownAlison BrownAlison BrownAlison Brown, the Glentunnel school administrator commented, “we are extremely happy to welcome Dion and his family to our school and to our local communities.” Judging by the smiles on the Year 6 children's faces, this sentiment is well and truly echoed throughout the school.

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Last month three senior students from Fettercairn Speech and Drama sat Trinity College London Examinations, and achieved the following results: Rhys DunsmuireRhys DunsmuireRhys DunsmuireRhys Dunsmuire Grade 5 - Distinction (89%) Cody DunsmuireCody DunsmuireCody DunsmuireCody Dunsmuire Grade 4 - Distinction (89%) Manaia Davies Manaia Davies Manaia Davies Manaia Davies Grade 3 - Distinction (94%) “Their results are to be applauded,” concluded tutor Margaret ParkMargaret ParkMargaret ParkMargaret Park.

L to R: Cody Dunsmuire, Rhys Dunsmuire, Manaia Davies of Fettercairn Speech and Drama - all of whom have just achieved

outstanding examination results.


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Darfield: 66 Creyke Road 10,0056 ha, larger lifestyle property on Darfield fringe, house set up sweeping driveway, two living areas, four bedrooms, two bathrooms. Three bay shed (one bay locked with 3ph power). A lovely property. For Sale by Deadline, Unless Sold Prior, No GST, closes Thurs 3 Dec 4pm. Phone to view.

Darfield: 1646 Clintons Road Set on 2ha. Lovely brick family home, two living areas, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, office, triple car garage workshop/sleepout/storeroom. Amazing outdoor entertaining area, complete with covered pool and spa. Two paddocks plus a three bay shed. A truly lovely lifestyle. For Sale:$700,000. Phone to view.

Darfield: 1440 Clintons Road “Peace and tranquillity in Darfield”. Stunning 2 ha lifestyle property that will tick all boxes. 256 m2 homestead set back from road, open plan, 4 bed, 2 bathroom, double garage, internal access, 3 bay shed and utility shed, excellent vege patch. Very desirable property. For sale: $760,000.

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Darfield: 214 Hacketts Road What an opportunity here on 4ha. Two homes. The second could be for a dependant relative or sold. Five great paddocks with excellent fencing and plantings. Vendors want sold as moving on. Make them an offer. Open home Sunday 1st, 2-2.30pm.

Christchurch: 50 Turners Road A beautifully presented 4 ha property, 284m2 stunning home, offers privacy and peace. 14 small paddocks, excellent fully lock up sheds and an large L shaped tunnel house & cattle yards. A magical property just waiting for you. For Sale: + GST by Deadline closing 4pm 12 Nov 2015. Open to view Sundays 11am till 12pm noon. (Check out website for video).

Yaldhurst: 138 Old West Coast Road (Check out video on web site) Welcome to “Hursley” 2.4281 hectares of dream lifestyle with City fringe living. A beautifully presented home and botanical garden. Home offers three living areas, four bedrooms, BBQ area and in-ground pool. A must to view. An entertainer’s dream home. For Sale: by Deadline, Unless Sold Prior, closes at 4pm, 19 Nov 2015. Open Home Sundays 12.30- 1pm.

Above: Left to Right: Emma GriggEmma GriggEmma GriggEmma Grigg, Leigh WaltersLeigh WaltersLeigh WaltersLeigh Walters, Sarah Baker Sarah Baker Sarah Baker Sarah Baker and Ellen Walters Ellen Walters Ellen Walters Ellen Walters who comprise the Darfield High School String Group. The quartet played at Terrace Downs High Country Resort on Saturday, October 24th for a wedding held there. Thanks to the music arranging skills of Sarah Baker, they were able to accommodate the Bride’s wishes by playing ‘The Final Countdown’ as she arrived, ‘Signed Sealed Delivered’ as signatures were put to the Register and ‘All of Me’ as the bridal party walked out. The group then provided background music on the Terrace for a couple of hours.

Athletic trophy winners: Above L-R: Molly Macpherson, Sarah Quinn, Alex Jenkins & Reuben Holden.

At their Moa Matters assembly (for years 5 to 8) West Melton Schoo l c e l eb ra t ed t h e achievements of its students.

The f irst high achiever celebrated during the ‘Moa Matters’ assembly was Max Max Max Max PainterPainterPainterPainter who received High Distinction in the mathematics ‘International Competitions and A s s e s s m e n t s f o r Schools’ (ICAS)exams. ICAS exams are held on the same date throughout New Zealand and a High Distinction is gained when a pupil scores in the top 1% of their age group - so it was an outstanding result for Max.

The second group of high achievers were of the sporting kind. During the last week of term three, all students from years 5 to 8 participated in the

Moa school athletics. Following results’ calculation, trophy winners were announced, who, along with 56 other students, now go on to represent the school at the Lincoln Zone athletics to be held at Ellesmere College, early next month.

This is the highest number the School has ever sent to this next stage.

OVERALL TROPHY OVERALL TROPHY OVERALL TROPHY OVERALL TROPHY WINNERS:WINNERS:WINNERS:WINNERS:

Senior boys champ: Alex JenkinsAlex JenkinsAlex JenkinsAlex Jenkins Senior girls champ: Sarah QuinnSarah QuinnSarah QuinnSarah Quinn Junior boys champ: Reuben HoldenReuben HoldenReuben HoldenReuben Holden Junior girls champ: Molly MacphersonMolly MacphersonMolly MacphersonMolly Macpherson

Max Painter who received High Distinction in the mathematics ‘International Competitions and

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Selwyn District Council is reminding all rural property owners to check they have a rapid number displayed at their driveway entrance. Having a rapid number is essential as it gives every rural property an identifiable address to assist emergency services identify where people live. Rapid numbers also help identify ind iv idua l propert ies to couriers, and can also be given out to help friends and visitors find a property. Summer is the high-risk season for fires in Selwyn, especially in rural areas, so the Council is also encouraging people to ensure their driveways are wide enough to allow emergency vehicles in and out. One to four digit rapid numbers are found on blue plastic posts and are used to help identify the exact address of a rural property. Numbers are allocated

based on a system which measures the distance from the start of the road to the property’s driveway in units of 10. For example number 390 is 3,900 metres (or 3.9 km) from the start of the road. This nationwide system is known as the Rural Address Property Identification system or RAPID. Se lwyn Distr ict Counci l’s Emergency Management Officer Ryan O’Rourke Ryan O’Rourke Ryan O’Rourke Ryan O’Rourke said it is important for people to understand what a rapid number is and how it can be helpful in an emergency. “Rapid numbers are particularly useful for emergency services such as Police, Ambulance, Fire Department and Civil Defence, as they make it easier to find rural properties. It is a good idea to write the rapid number down close to the phone so it is easy to access in an emergency,” Ryan said. “It is also important to ensure that the driveway or yard entrance is wider than four by four metres to allow enough room for emergency vehicles like a fire tanker to access the property and turn around if they need to,” he added. “Property owners should also make sure their rapid number is clearly visible and keep any trees or plants around the number trimmed if needed.” Each blue post should show one to four digits, but many still show seven digits from when posts showed two sets of numbers - a three-digit ‘road ID

number’ followed by a four-digit ‘property ID number’. Properties that have a seven-digit number should remove or cover the top three digits (road ID number) as it can be confusing for emergency or postal services. Ryan commented that as many new families have recently moved to Selwyn not every rural property will have a rapid number. Any rural property that does not have a number should request one. Rapid numbers are not used in townships, and urban properties do not need a number. Rural property owners can request or replace a rural rapid number by filling out an online form at www.selwyn.govt.nz/rapidnumber.

Know your rapid number: Found on blue plastic posts outside rural properties and must be visible from the road.


Hampton Engineering’s original base is located at 90 High St, Southbridge and has been servicing the Ellesmere area for over 25 years. Due to local demand, the newest branch of Hampton Engineering is a base at 2253 Bealey Rd in Hororata. Intended to cut down on travelling �mes and costs to their local client base, the Bealey Road branch will make for a much more efficient service. Hampton Engineering was recently purchased by Fred Dodson from Rangiora and Hororata local Phil Freeman. The company’s previous owner, Geoff Hampton is currently redeveloping the Challenge Service Sta�on in Darfield. Fred has a twenty year background in dairy, agricultural contrac�ng and farm advisory, while Phil has a whopping thirty year’s experience in industrial, agricultural and structural engineering. This wealth of experience has given the pair and their staff, the skills to cater to a huge range of farming and industrial engineering requirements. Hampton Engineering currently employs eleven staff over both sites, giving them the people-power to cover all aspects of general agricultural engineering, specialising in dairy sheds, feed systems and the manufacture of the Hampton Rollermill. Also in their extensive repertoire is the manufacture of top gates, backing gates and specialty trailers. The Hororata branch currently employs two engineers, with a third joining them aOer Christmas. The workshop is open between 7:30am and 5pm weekdays and also offers a 24/7 callout service. The versa�le Hampton opera�on includes five service vehicles; a small crane truck; and the flexibility of seven engineers and two trade assistants. This allows them to take on larger projects which makes Hampton Engineering a fast-ac�ng, onsite, solu�on provider, not to men�on the usual engineering workshop facili�es. With a service first a�tude and wealth of knowledge, Hampton’s aims to become the engineers of choice in the Malvern area, as well as further afield. They are already the preferred engineers for many clients ranging from Golden Bay to Invercargill. Hampton can also organise sub-contractors to assist with specialist jobs and are pleased to be able to offer the services of Ken James Impellors (Jet Boat Specialists), Selwyn Structural Steel and James Silver Smith (Milk Tes�ng, Waikato Agent).

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The celebrations to recognise Southbridge’s 150 years were certainly a success. Held over Labour weekend, the event attracted huge crowds who enjoyed everything organisers had laid on. The ball on Saturday night was a 350 person sellout and with the

Southbridge's High Street showing a small portion of the large crowd who came to the township at Labour weekend to celebrate their 150th anniversary.

rugby starting at 4am, many had little or no sleep! The result of the game however, left few concerned about the lack of shut-eye. Sunday’s combined church service was packed, as parishioners celebrated their 150 years in the Southbridge community. The Historical Society held a large display in the Rifle Club Hall, which was full to capacity with viewers, for most of the weekend. “The Cochrane's Street Parade was the biggest seen in living memory,” reported Albert Albert Albert Albert AndersonAndersonAndersonAnderson , one o f t he organisers, “and you had to stand in one spot for an hour and a half just to see it all. I n d i v i d u a l f l o a t s a n d participants in the street parade would have numbered 200 at least. The Ellesmere Vintage Club did a wonderful job in contributing to the parade, as well as to the McMillan Labour Day Sports the next day with Michael VinkMichael VinkMichael VinkMichael Vink blitzing the Cycle race.” As well as the Street Parade the

main thoroughfare was home to more than forty five stalls prov id ing everyone with something to see or do throughout the day. The McMillan Labour Day sports attracted 2,500 people in perfect weather conditions. Sixty Stalls, vintage displays, plus wood and chaff cutting, well and t r u l y k ep t t h e c r owd entertained. As did Andrew Andrew Andrew Andrew Lambie’s Lambie’s Lambie’s Lambie’s sheep shearing efforts on a machine which looked like it may have come out of the Ark! Well known identity Bill Bill Bill Bill Moore Moore Moore Moore won the beard growing competit ion, while those attending partic ipated in Bumper Ball, Soccer, Top Town and Sheaf tossing, plus enjoyed the music and sun aplenty. “Southbridge should be proud of the effort put in by businesses, clubs, churches, and the people themselves, who make this community what it is today,” Albert said. “The organising Committee couldn't have wished for a better result and all I can finish off with is ‘Go the All Blacks!’,” he ended.

The Orange Lodge Hall - home to the Southbridge Rifle Club and the venue for a well attended Historical Society display.

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McKennieMcKennieMcKennieMcKennie said Police are aware of the concerns regarding visit ing drivers, but the percentage of visiting drivers who have difficulties on New Zealand roads is very low and when they do crash it is normally for the same reasons as New Zealand drivers. “People make mistakes, whether they’re from New Zealand, or overseas. Our challenge with this project is to design the ‘system’ with our tourism partners to protect all road users so that if they make a mistake the chance of them being killed or seriously injured is signif icantly reduced,” commented the NZ Transport A g en c y ’ s J im H a r l a nd . “Part of that is about being responsible hosts and helping our visitors access information to make safe choices and then protecting them if they do make a mistake. That’s what the Visiting Drivers Project is all about.”

A range of organisations from transport and tourism organisations are coming together to ensure visitors drive safely.

A broad package of initiatives designed to improve the safety of visiting drivers, and those they share the road with, is well underway. The Visiting Drivers Project is de l i v e r i n g ro ad sa f e t y programmes aimed at each stage of a visitor’s holiday – and is being delivered by a c ross-sector partnersh ip between government and the t r a n spo r t a nd t o u r i sm industries. “There is no single solution, or single organisation that can improve road safety for visitors and others on the road. It takes a range of organisations working together across all parts of the system including roads and roadsides, speed, vehicles and road use,” said the NZ Transport Agency’s Southern Regional Director, Jim Harland. Jim Harland. Jim Harland. Jim Harland. The number of international visitors coming to New Zealand over the last ten years has increased by about thirty per cent, and is continuing to grow, with three million people visiting in the past twelve months. However the number of crashes involving overseas licence holders has stayed relatively constant or decreased over the last ten years. In 2014 overseas drivers were involved in, but not necessarily at fault in, sixteen fatal crashes and 536 injury crashes. In the same year there were 268 fatal crashes on New Zealand roads in total and more than 8,600

Last week, Darfield’s John ParkJohn ParkJohn ParkJohn Park, (a member of the Hornby Tecorian Speakers’ Club) was awarded first place in the Annual Inter-Club Humourous Speech Contest. John gained a total of 195 out of a possible 200 points, for his speech ‘Malapropists of the World, Unitary’!

John Park, flanked by judges Pauline Finch and Fay Parfitt.

Second place went to Julie Julie Julie Julie Dunsmuire Dunsmuire Dunsmuire Dunsmuire of the Hornby Club with her speech ‘Mr S. Sung’ and third place-getter was Rosemary WalkingtonRosemary WalkingtonRosemary WalkingtonRosemary Walkington, also of the Hornby Club with ‘Three Go Mad in Wellington’. Deserved congratulations go to all three!

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Forty of the br ightest secondary school science students have been selected to attend the inaugural event Powering Potential to be held in Wellington from December 13th to 16th and which will seek answers to some of New Zealand’s future problems and amongst them and the only student from the Canterbury Region is George Watson George Watson George Watson George Watson a pupil of Darfield High School. Organised by the Royal Society of New Zealand and supported by Freemasons New Zealand, Powering Potential will bring New Zealand’s most promising science students together to work out how to solve challenging issues facing the country. They will be supported and guided by scientists and mentors. The students will work in teams of three to five on problems that have been submitted by science organisations. They relate to a wide range of areas critical to New Zealand’s future, from the environment to health. The students will research, investigate and collaborate to solve the problems they have been given. They will also visit GNS Science to meet with scientists and learn about the skills they have used to solve science problems. “The students will need to think outside the square and use their creative capabilities to find solutions. At the end of the four days each team will present its findings at a special function,” said Andrew ClelandAndrew ClelandAndrew ClelandAndrew Cleland, Chief Executive of the Royal Society of New Zealand. Each student was required to submit an in-depth application, which focussed on their own science research or outlined how they have contributed to an area of science in their school or community. The students were selected because they are serious about

going on to study science at a tertiary level and also have a passion and thirst for the world of science. Andrew added, “the calibre of the eighty students who applied was excellent and some tough decisions had to be made by the selection panel to get the number down to forty.” Grandmaster of Freemasons New Zealand John Litton John Litton John Litton John Litton added: “Freemasons New Zealand is absolutely delighted to be involved in Powering Potential in partnership with the Royal Society of New Zealand. “Education is a cornerstone of Freemasonry. Our organisation is all about self- improvement and having the courage to make changes for the benefit of all. Powering Potential is a perfect fit for us and we are excited about the next three years.” All costs for the students, including social activities, are covered by the Royal Society of New Zealand and Freemasons New Zealand.

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The sun shone, and a huge crowd headed to the Hororata Domain to enjoy all the fun of the Fair. The Hororata Parish Spring Fair had something for everyone and the warm sunshine saw everyone enjoy what was on offer. The return of traditional children’s races were a hit with the young participants, as well as the spectating adults. The Hororata Parish and the Fair’s organisers sincerely thank all the sponsors and volunteers who make this event happen.

L to R: Toby Driscoll, Poppy Molloy, Abigail Driscoll and Ben Molloy enjoy all the fun of the Fair

The return of the children's races was welcomed by all with the sack race attracting numerous entries being both keenly contested and lots of fun.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

AGM The Haunui Trust AGM will be held on

Thursday 19th November at 7:30 pm At the Catholic Church hall on Telegraph Rd

Phone 318 7344

Malvern Plunket Centre, Jackson Street, Darfield

November DATES

♦ Tues 3rd

Nov 10-11am

♦ Sat 7th

Nov 9:30-12pm

♦ Tues 17th

Nov 10-11am

♦ Sat 21st

Nov 9:30-12pm

New & Casual Members Welcome Toys available from

0 - 5 years

More info available at the Centre or by phoning

Fiona 021 117 9442

Local vege garden enthusiast would like to start a

vegetable gardening group in the Malvern area

with like minded people.

This would be a social/casual group to share

knowledge/seedlings.

How this would be run will depend on interest.

Please phone/text

Sharon with expressions of interest

03 318 3298 or 027 3768849

It is with regret that organisers of the annual Darfield

Country Christmas in the Park advise that there will be no event

this year. It does however mean that performers have a whole year to perfect their acts and practise some great routines for

what will be a great 2016

Christmas in the Park

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A GRADEA GRADEA GRADEA GRADE No Tennis

PRESIDENTS GRADEPRESIDENTS GRADEPRESIDENTS GRADEPRESIDENTS GRADE Kirwee Red 6 v Sheffield 3 Kirwee White 7 v View Hill 2 West Melton Blue 5 v Hororata 4 West Melton Gold 5 v Courtenay East 4 Courtenay West v West Melton White - Not played Darfield West 5 v Weedons Green 4 Darfield North 1 v Weedons Blue 8 Darfield South - Bye

Results 24th October 2015 Results 24th October 2015 Results 24th October 2015 Results 24th October 2015

INTERCLUB 7sINTERCLUB 7sINTERCLUB 7sINTERCLUB 7s Darfield (Div 2) vs Cashmere Sat 24th OctoberDarfield (Div 2) vs Cashmere Sat 24th OctoberDarfield (Div 2) vs Cashmere Sat 24th OctoberDarfield (Div 2) vs Cashmere Sat 24th October

Singles R.Hunt Won 25-18 Pairs D.Scobie, G.Lea (S) Won 24 - 19 Fours G.Rowe, R.Smith, P.Redfern, S.Glassey (S) Won 25-15

Darfield (Div 2) vs Dunsandel Sat 24th OctoberDarfield (Div 2) vs Dunsandel Sat 24th OctoberDarfield (Div 2) vs Dunsandel Sat 24th OctoberDarfield (Div 2) vs Dunsandel Sat 24th October Singles J.Peyton Won 27-24 Pairs B. McLaughlin, E.Woodward (S) Won 24-13 Fours G.Lalord, T.McLauchlan, R.Green,L.Ashby (S) Won 20-19

INTERCLUB TWO FOURSINTERCLUB TWO FOURSINTERCLUB TWO FOURSINTERCLUB TWO FOURS Darfield (Div 1) vs Rangiora Sat 24th OctoberDarfield (Div 1) vs Rangiora Sat 24th OctoberDarfield (Div 1) vs Rangiora Sat 24th OctoberDarfield (Div 1) vs Rangiora Sat 24th October E.Cridge, D.Holland, C.Kittlety, J.Anderson (S) Lost 9-19 S.Mitchell, W.Brook, R.Ireland, T.Kikstra (S) Lost 16-20

INTERCLUB WOMEN’S 5sINTERCLUB WOMEN’S 5sINTERCLUB WOMEN’S 5sINTERCLUB WOMEN’S 5s Darfield (Div 5) vs Fendalton Sat 24th OctDarfield (Div 5) vs Fendalton Sat 24th OctDarfield (Div 5) vs Fendalton Sat 24th OctDarfield (Div 5) vs Fendalton Sat 24th Oct Pairs W.Clucas, N.McRae Lost 11-20 Triples L.Rowe, J.Hopkirk, M.Fray (S) Lost 11-20

DATES TO REMEMBER 30th Oct 7:00pm Darfield Primary School Quiz Night Darfield Primary School Hall

31st Oct 10:00am Burnham Swim Club Grading & Assessment Burnham Army Camp Pool

31st Oct 10:30am Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session Kirwee Community Hall

31st Oct 6:00pm Rakaia Fireworks Display Rakaia Sports Domain

31st Oct 8:00pm Kirwee Highwaymen Golden Oldies Halloween Party Kirwee Hall

1st Nov 4.00am Rugby World Cup Final Darfield and Kirwee

1st Nov Greendale Golf Club Xmas Hamper Tournament Greendale Golf Club

1st Nov 10:00am Oxford Garden Fete Ribblesdale Gardens

1st Nov 10:00am Mud Plug Bulls Road, Sheffield

1st Nov 12:30pm Terrace Downs Halloween Buffet Terrace Downs

4th Nov The Oaks of Darfield - New Summer Menu The Oaks

5th Nov 10:00am Geraldine Summer Fete Stover Farm, Geraldine

5th Nov 7.30pm Mel Parsons with special guest Julia Deans Isaac Theatre Royal, Chch

5-7 Nov 7:30pm Serendipity Players present A Trilogy of One Act Plays Kirwee Community Hall

9th Nov 7:00pm Pregnancy & Parenthood Classes commence Darfield Hospital

9th Nov 1.00pm Malvern News Advertising Deadline

11th Nov 7.30pm Sheffield Memorial Pool AGM Sheffield School

14th Nov 9:30am Glentunnel Community Centre Boot Sale Glentunnel Com. Centre

16th Nov 8.00pm Malvern Health and Community Welfare Trust AGM Darfield Service Centre

17th Nov 5:15pm Local Business Network Meeting Malvern Business Hub

19th Nov 10:00am Rolleston News Deadline

19th Nov 7:30pm Haunui Trust AGM Catholic Church Hall, Telegraph Rd

28th Nov 10:00am Darfield Playcentre Xmas Market Darfield Playcentre

28th Nov 11:00am VetEnt Darfield Open Day Darfield

29th Nov Christmas and Garden Trail Around Local Homes

2nd Dec 5:30pm Junior Touch Rugby Finishes Darfield Rugby Grounds

27th Feb Darfield High School 65th Jubilee

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MALVERN CRICKET

Saturday October 24th

Oxford 145 Mitchell 32 Sth. Malvern 146/0 - This total was scored off 9.4 overs. J. Ferris 119 n.o M. Pauling 20 n.o Played in Glentunnel, in great cricket weather. Sth. Malvern won by 10 wkts. The Oxford innings, after a slow start, eventually gathered momentum. Two or three batsmen had good knocks, and played some excellent shots. The home bowling was good, and the wickets evenly distributed. M. Pauling’s figures were: 8 overs, and 3/5 runs. T. Rowlands (still at school) shows promise, with his leg-spin. James Ferris scored a century in 40 mins. He hit seven 6’s, and thirteen 4’s, and so scored 94 runs in boundaries. He hit 75 runs o f f 3 o v e r s , n o t consecutive, and his shots were - 644444, 6666.1, 46446. He has the uncanny ability to whack a good length ball, on stumps or to the off, to the on-side boundary. Again, I have never seen anything like it. Greendale (Home) 159/7 N. Jenkins 59 R. Wilson 32 D. Nightingale (still at school)-3/20 Weedons 160/6 R. Dalley 3/19 Weedons won by 4 wkts. Jenkins and Wilson shared in a 1st wkt partnership of 97 runs. A. Dalley achieved a run out with a direct hit. Regan Dalley told me that a good game was had by all.

M. Clark

Twilight Results Twilight Results Twilight Results Twilight Results ---- 23rd October23rd October23rd October23rd October

Men: Men: Men: Men: R Parker 30 P Pownceby 30 I Palmer 28 J Halkett 28 N Penney 27 B Scott 26 P McOscar 26 A Hogg 26 B Albon 25 R Marsh 25 R Coom 25 Ladies:Ladies:Ladies:Ladies: M Robertson 23 M Moreten 24 A Collins 23 J Smith 25 P Pearce

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Two’s Two’s Two’s Two’s P Pownceby P Cardosi Closest to the PinClosest to the PinClosest to the PinClosest to the Pin (SPONSORED BY DARFIELD BAKERY) M Abbot P Pownceby

Results 24th NovemberResults 24th NovemberResults 24th NovemberResults 24th November

Best Gross: Best Gross: Best Gross: Best Gross: N Robertson 76

C/B A Sime Best Nett:Best Nett:Best Nett:Best Nett: J Halkett

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Results:Results:Results:Results: J Halkett 48 P McOscar 42 P Cardosi 42 N Frampton

39 J Helmore 39 T Edwards

39 R Parker 39 K Hicks

38 N Penney 38 K Kibler

38 Nearest the Pins: Nearest the Pins: Nearest the Pins: Nearest the Pins: 2in 2:2in 2:2in 2:2in 2: M Cowen 6:6:6:6: N Frampton 11: 11: 11: 11: N Penney 14:14:14:14: A Sime 17: 17: 17: 17: N Robertson


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ANGEL ANGEL ANGEL ANGEL Cats Boarding Cattery, Oxford. Individual rooms. Lots of cuddles & loving care. Please phone 03 312 1452 website: www.angelcats.biz email: [email protected]

DRIVEWAYS

LIFESTYLELIFESTYLELIFESTYLELIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards and dairy lanes our speciality. Screened rotten-rock, it’s local and lasts better. Springfield Quarry phone 318 4132.

OXFORD OXFORD OXFORD OXFORD BOARDING BOARDING BOARDING BOARDING KENNELSKENNELSKENNELSKENNELS

And

Doggy Doggy Doggy Doggy Day CareDay CareDay CareDay Care

312 Kiri Kiri Rd, Oxford

Ph Anne, Vern or Gareth Whiting 03 312 3355 027 288 8724

Open 7 days

9am-11am, 4pm-6pm

DOGS

HORORATA HORORATA HORORATA HORORATA Firewood, old man pine and other varieties. Good supply. Buy now, quick delivery. Ph 318 0705 or 027 781 1492 & leave a message.

MIGHTY MIGHTY MIGHTY MIGHTY Mix Natural Dog Food. Natural & who lesome. Premium nutrition. Cost effective, NZ Made. No artificial colours or preservatives. Frozen concentrate & biscuits. Now available from your local agent. Sue Neale 347 6702 or 021 207 0421, [email protected]

CHURCH NOTICES

Darfield Life Church Sunday 6.30

Ps Wayne Watson

027 281 8340

17 North Terrace

Origin Youth Thursday 7pm

James Sutherland

021 029 52203

AIR AIR AIR AIR condit ioning repairs, re-gassing and installation on trucks, tractors, combines, forestry and earthmoving equipment. Fully equipped service vehicle including hose-making. Over 40 years experience. Contact Ken at North Canterbury Auto Air. Please phone 0274 341 260 or workshop 03 313 6785.

SUMMERFIELDSUMMERFIELDSUMMERFIELDSUMMERFIELD Fencing - in your area now. Lifestyle. Farm. Sheep. Cattle. Horse. All types of animals. Fences. Yards. sheds. Arenas. Shelters. Runs. 27 years contract fencing. John is available to help with design and planning. Ph Carol & John Summerfield 03 312 4747.

FENCING

FIREWOOD & COAL

CLOCKTOWER CNR, DARFIELD

PH 03 318 7450 FAX 03 318 7451

[email protected] www.malvernnews.co.nz

14 14 14 14 ha standing Triticale Hororata/Glenroy area ready for harvest Xmas/New Year. Phone 318 6959.

WOOD WOOD WOOD WOOD shavings - untreated, clean shavings suitable for horse stables, calving sheds, chicken houses and rabbit hu t c hes . A va i l ab le i n 70L bags, 1m3 bales (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 03 347 7352 for more details.

FIREWOOD & COAL

BEV’S BEV’S BEV’S BEV’S Clothing Alterations & Repairs. 140 Chattertons Road, Ya ldhurst , RD6 Christchurch. Ph 342 4003.

ALTERATIONS

CHURCH NOTICES

CHURCH CHURCH CHURCH CHURCH of the Open Door, Te Pirita. God loves all the people in the whole world. Open 24/7.

RK Firewood Supplying semi-dry

wood for next winter?

Available now - Old Man Pine (dry)

Bluegum, Macrocarpa

& Oregon (semi-dry)

Try the Hot Mix.

All top quality, clean wood.

EOpos available.

Rini Contrac�ng 027 451 7300.

Due to Health and Safety legisla�ve changes, we will not be selling �mber trimmings/firewood and

sawdust to the public from now on. Please call M.A. Bruce, Hororata for all bulk

and retail queries - Ph 03 318 0778

SelwynSawmillsLtdHORORATA |03 3180812

FACILITY FACILITY FACILITY FACILITY for hire. Arena,

showjumps, x-country fences,

spars, forest, riding, country

road riding. $15 per horse.

Safe parking. Phone Leanne

027 923 5466.

EQUESTRIAN

FOR SALE

OLD MAN PINE FIREWOOD

6m3 - $320.00

9m3 - $470.00

12m3 - $630.00

Hardwoods available

AC & EA WAKELINAC & EA WAKELINAC & EA WAKELINAC & EA WAKELIN

FIREWOOD FIREWOOD FIREWOOD FIREWOOD

SUPPLIERSSUPPLIERSSUPPLIERSSUPPLIERS

Phone 03 312 4637

or 021 260 4520

INSIDE INSIDE INSIDE INSIDE n Out Cleaning have a team of Cleaners and gardeners for your builders cleans or domestic cleaning needs. Site clearing and gardening. Anything inside or out of the home. For all your cleaning needs call 020 4069 3732.

CLEANING

CELEBRANT

WHITE WHITE WHITE WHITE Rose Weddings -

Michelle Spence - Marriages

and c i v i l c e remon i es

personally created to reflect

you. Phone 318 3000 or

027 205 4660

For more information contact: Victoria 027 208 0581 or Joe 022 036 7084

Wednesdays, 28th Oct - 2nd Dec 2015 5:30pm to 6:15pm

Darfield Rugby Grounds

• Kids 5 yrs - 14 yrs • $10 for 6 weeks • Skills followed by games

All Welcome

Darfield Service Centre/Library

Please contact the Chairperson, Ian Warren, 03 318 8876,

for further information.

Annual General Meeting

Monday 16th November, 8pm

PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICES

FLATMATE

BOARDER BOARDER BOARDER BOARDER wanted for modern home Kirwee. Large sunny room with built-ins. $250 per week. Sky, internet, power, food included. Phone Kate 317 8033.

FLATMATEFLATMATEFLATMATEFLATMATE wanted to live with 3 females & 1 male. Central Darf ie ld. $150 weekly, includes rent, power and internet. For more info call Taryn on 022 425 6898.

Sheffield Memorial Pool

AGM Wednesday 11th November 7:30pm

at Sheffield School Enquires/Apologies to:

Rachael Taiaroa-Benny 318 3061

SOUTHSOUTHSOUTHSOUTH Malvern Cricket. I am working on Club history and am missing some score books. Can anyone help? P h o n e C r a i g B r o w n 318 8668.

PUBLIC NOTICES

HEFFERNAN, Gregory John Gwen and John, Barry and Emma and Jane wish

to thank everyone for their support in the recent sad loss of Greg. The cards, flowers,

visits, baking and online messages were very much appreciated and a great comfort. Thanks

to all who a8ended Gregs funeral and especially Ian, Sean and his many friends who made this such a memorable occasion. Please accept this

as a personal acknowledgment.

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

Christmas shopping with your

friends and family?

Call me to arrange a Lorraine Lea home styling session or

1:1; look at the gorgeous range of linen and

homewares. Sit back and enjoy the

savings you and your friends will love!

Contact: Marge Hefferon

027 557 1117 03 3187478

[email protected]


DEADLINE

1pm TUESDAY

Hedge Trimming Hedge Trimming Hedge Trimming Hedge Trimming in in in in

CanterburyCanterburyCanterburyCanterbury

Call Don Call Don Call Don Call Don today ontoday ontoday ontoday on

021 066 3011 021 066 3011 021 066 3011 021 066 3011 orororor

03 318 298303 318 298303 318 298303 318 2983

• Half size tractor for easier access

• Up to 6m height topped at 5m or less

• Branch size up to 50mm

• Cutter drops material to side of hedge

PAINTING & DECORATING

For all your Interior & Exterior

Pain�ng Requirements

Ph: 03 942 2869

Cell: 028 8500 0783

DIRTY WINDOWS:DIRTY WINDOWS:DIRTY WINDOWS:DIRTY WINDOWS:

Professional friendly window cleaning

service.

Domestic / Commercial / Move in

Move out / Rentals

West Melton, Darfield, Rolleston, Hororata, Sheffield, Colgate,

Kirwee, Springfield. Free No Obligation

Quotes!

Ph 021 364 664

WINDOW CLEANING

Amalgamated Scrap Ltd

Rod McQuoid - Buyer Phone 027 695 0480 or

0800 030 712

Buying Cars & Farm Machinery Specialising in farm clean-ups.

SCRAP METAL SCRAP METAL

WINDOW REPAIRS

PAINTER PAINTER PAINTER PAINTER Rapid Response. Quality work guaranteed. Inter ior /Exter ior , roofs, spraypainting, waterblasting. Phone Graeme for a free quote 318 2614. Email [email protected]

COMPOSTCOMPOSTCOMPOSTCOMPOST well rotted pig manure and sawdust, no smell. Bags or bulk, pick-up or delivered. Ph 318 8131.

GARDENS & LAWNS


Monday to Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Sat & Sun Closed

SHEEP SHEARING

MobileMobileMobileMobile SheepSheepSheepSheep ShearingShearingShearingShearing CanterburyCanterburyCanterburyCanterbury • Small Mobs • Lifestyle Blocks • Drenching, Tailing, Foot Trimming etc

Generator available

Phone Shaun AdamsPhone Shaun AdamsPhone Shaun AdamsPhone Shaun Adams for a quote on for a quote on for a quote on for a quote on

021 204 1274021 204 1274021 204 1274021 204 1274

Furniture Repair & Re-Polish,

French Polish

or Spray.

Pick up & deliver

Phone 318 0047

FURNITURE

SCRAPMETAL SCRAPMETAL SCRAPMETAL SCRAPMETAL - cash paid for all t ypes o f meta l f arm machinery, old cars etc. Please phone Wayne 027 749 9736 or 03 323 6610 (Licensed Dealer).

SHELLEY’SSHELLEY’SSHELLEY’SSHELLEY’S Glass and Glazing. Got a broken glass window? Insurance work, Pet doors, Mirrors, Retro Refits, Single/Double glazing, Splashbacks, Fire Glass. 32 years in the glass industry. Operates in Oxford, Cust, Darf ie ld, Rolleston, West Melton & Surrounding Areas. Call your local Glazier - Mark on 03 312 3253 or 0272 426 368.

PLANT NURSERIES

HORORATA HORORATA HORORATA HORORATA Nurseries - Quality landscape plants at wholesale prices. Specialists in farm and dairy conversion plantings. Natives, ornamentals, hedging, deciduous trees. Hardy locally grown s tock . Fr i end ly knowledgeable advice. Phone Dave or Wendy for hours we are open 03 318 0081 or visit www.hororatanurseries.co.nz

HEDGE TRIMMING

• MirrorsMirrorsMirrorsMirrors • CatdoorsCatdoorsCatdoorsCatdoors • Splash BacksSplash BacksSplash BacksSplash Backs • Retro Fit Retro Fit Retro Fit Retro Fit Double GlazingDouble GlazingDouble GlazingDouble Glazing

• Insurance Insurance Insurance Insurance RepairsRepairsRepairsRepairs

Ph 03 318 4128Ph 03 318 4128Ph 03 318 4128Ph 03 318 4128 www.malvernglass.co.nzwww.malvernglass.co.nzwww.malvernglass.co.nzwww.malvernglass.co.nz

SCRAP METAL


HEDGEHOG Hedge & Shelterbelt

Trimming

Owner Operated

Geoff 021 549 499

A/h 03 324 3482

TENANCYTENANCYTENANCYTENANCY Inspections! Offering initial & routine inspections on tenanted houses, taking the hassle out for you. Call Rebecca of Rural Tenancy I n s p e c t i o n s L t d o n 027 313 2270 or email [email protected]

INSPECTIONS

AMUNITIONAMUNITIONAMUNITIONAMUNITION and reloading e q u i p m e n t . P o w d e r projectiles, presses, scales etc. Any calibre rifle or shotgun. Cash buyer. Contact Rob 03 342 5885.

EARLYEARLYEARLYEARLY Toyota’s wanted. Crown, Cressida, Celica, Cresta, Corona etc or similar. Any condition. Other makes and models considered. Contact Blake 03 342 5885.

HAYHAYHAYHAY Tedder. Prefer good working order but anything considered. Phone 347 7673.

MEADOW MEADOW MEADOW MEADOW hay, conventional bales 1000 needed. Must be good quality. Please phone 0 2 7 6 0 3 3 0 9 9 o r 03 755 7386.

WANTED

WINDOW REPAIRS

24242424 Essendon Road. Lots of household items & horse gear. 9am - 3pm.

EMPTYINGEMPTYINGEMPTYINGEMPTYING our 40ft container.

Household items, garage

items, clothes, books, kids

toys, whiteware etc etc. 11

Domain Road, Springfield.

From 8am on Sunday 1st

November.

GARAGE SALE

KIRWEE

FORECOURT/SHOP ATTENDANT REQUIRED

Part Time Posi�on

Hours: Mon & Tues 3 - 7pm, Sun 9am - 6pm

Plus extra hours to cover staff holidays & sick days

Must be over 18 years of age

Immediate start

Email: [email protected] Ph: Vanessa 03 318 1847

• Darfield township, lovely tidy three bedroom home, close to the domain, schools and shops. Fully fenced section.

• Darfield township, tidy three bedroom home with rumpus room.

• Darfield township, brand new 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home.

• Springfield township, redecorated 3 bedroom home, two bathrooms, large fully fenced home.

Call Rebecka at Call Rebecka at Call Rebecka at Call Rebecka at HotelHomes onHotelHomes onHotelHomes onHotelHomes on 022 540 9050022 540 9050022 540 9050022 540 9050 or 03 318 1355or 03 318 1355or 03 318 1355or 03 318 1355

HEALTH

TAILORTAILORTAILORTAILOR----MADE MADE MADE MADE Nutrition and Iridology for children. Set your child up for success. Discover the best foods for growing, learning, thinking, healing. Healthy children are happy children. Call me, Ilona Perrier, West Melton Wellness, 343 4 3 34 n ow , o r v i s i t www.westmeltonwellness.co.nz

89898989 Hiace Van parting out. Full rebuilt 4Y engine, new radiator, quiet 4.1 LSD diff. Can be heard running. Don 027 349 5089.

PARTS

Experienced Milk Harvester Required

Part time for 1100 cows in Darfield/Kirwee area,

immediate start. Please phone Jenny on 027 471 1884.

WANTED TO RENT

Family in need of a home to rent (min 3 bedroom) on

Hororata school bus run as children a8end Hororata

Primary. Can provide references. Please phone

Cheree 318 0126.

SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

HOUSE TO LET

DEADLINE

1pm

TUESDAY


TRADES

DEADLINE

1pm TUESDAY

AUTOAUTOAUTOAUTO & Marine Upholsterer -

3967 West Coast Rd, Phone

03 318 7378. Opening Hours:

Mon to Fri, 8am to 5pm,

Saturday 9am to 12pm.

www.advancedupholstery.co.nz

PORTABLEPORTABLEPORTABLEPORTABLE sawmill for all your

timber requirements and

macrocarpa sales. Ph Graeme

Knowles on 021 613 229.

House & Roof House & Roof House & Roof House & Roof PrePrePrePre----Paint WashPaint WashPaint WashPaint Wash

Hydro Drain CleaningHydro Drain CleaningHydro Drain CleaningHydro Drain Cleaning Cleans most surfaces:

fences, paths, brick, block, wood, concrete & machinery.

Free Quotes. Ph Mike Richards Free Quotes. Ph Mike Richards Free Quotes. Ph Mike Richards Free Quotes. Ph Mike Richards 03 318 8380 or 021 179 058403 318 8380 or 021 179 058403 318 8380 or 021 179 058403 318 8380 or 021 179 0584

Moss Moss Moss Moss Treating: Treating: Treating: Treating: roofs, roofs, roofs, roofs,

footpaths & footpaths & footpaths & footpaths & driveways.driveways.driveways.driveways.

Your New Home or

Quality Renova�on • Qualified

• Licensed

• Experienced

Phone Mark

027 532 4999

www.mnlbuilders.co.nz

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ADMINISTRATOR

Sicon Ferguson Ltd operates a range of services encompassing roading, water services and parks & reserves infrastructure maintenance.

We are looking for an experienced administrator to join our Administration Team, to administer the accounts payable function for the company. This is a full time position based at the Darfield Branch.

The role will include providing administration support by maintaining and reconciling creditor information, ensuring that all accounts for payment are recorded, processed and paid in an effective and efficient manner. All creditors reports are maintained and accurate. To administer all key accounts, including the fuel and telecommunication suppliers.

Fast keyboard skills are a must, as is familiarity with Microsoft applications. Also critical for us is a flexible can do attitude.

The successful candidate will possess fantastic people skills and have great attention to detail. Logical thinkers with enquiring minds will do well in this role.

Whilst previous similar experience counts, we are keen to progress people who fit into our culture and work as part of our well-established great team.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Please email your CV and Covering letter to [email protected] or post it to P O Box 40, Darfield by 5.00pm Tuesday 11 November 2015 quoting Reference number 103.

SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

WINDOW REPAIRS

FOR FOR FOR FOR all glass requirements phone Phil 317 9046 or 021 046 6046.

Springfield Service Centre

Requires more staff for the busy summer

Period, this could be permanent.

Working within a great team, with full training provided, could suit a student.

ShiO work between the hours of 6:45am to 8:00pm.

Email: [email protected] Phone: (Sue) 027 5015 774

PEST CONTROL Phone 027 393 5435

• Flies • Whitetail Spiders • Wasps • Cluster Flies • Fleas

Certified Technician

“We do not

telemarket!”

TRADES TRADES TRADES TRADES


COMPUTER COMPUTER

■ New Builds ■ Extensions ■ Renovations ■ Kitchen & Bathrooms

SuperComputerSuperComputerSuperComputerSuperComputer

Mark Jones 03 318-1956 027 210 4242

0800 427 427

Sales and Service of new and used machines. Networking, Virus protection, Backup Re-loading and Restoring of Windows. Plain old fashioned Help & Assistance!

“Life begins at the end

of your comfort zone."

- Neale Donald Walsch, writer

www.supercomputer.co.nz [email protected]

Ph 0800 765 758 Mob 0274 339 104 A/H 347 9282

81 Main South Road, Rolleston

♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Alterations/Upgrades

♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Maintenance & General

♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Town & Country

TORLESSE CONSTRUCTION LTD

Dawson Gilchrist 021 232 3306

torlesseconstruc�[email protected]

New Builds

Residen�al

Commercial

Extensions

Renova�ons

Decks & Fencing

Pergolas

Phone: 0274 334 057 or 03 347 9774

Based in West Melton, we build, renovate and work with

EQC and Fletchers and the current Remedial work. • We cover the Selwyn area - No Job too Li8le, No Job too Big.

• We offer a full team of experienced tradesmen; Builders, Painters,

Paper hangers, Brick laying, Plastering, Roofing.

• Insurance quotes and repairs.

• With the business opera�ng for over 20 years, we are able to

offer a wide scope of exper�se and compe��ve rates.

www.powercabledirect.co.nz

TRADES TRADES TRADES TRADES

Contact David: 021 0869 3748

[email protected]

www.selwyntech.co.nz

Computer help and web design for

small businesses and homes

throughout the Selwyn District.

Years of

experience

and fully

qualified.

Ph 318 8367 or

027 250 0059

Handyman Dan Home - Lifestyle - Farm

From fencing to sheds and

everything in-between.

Tip Truck Hire Available

Contact us for all your

Sand, Gravel, Topsoil

and Landscape requirements.

Proud to be local 027 222 1632

Farm & Home Maintenance

& General Work • Sheds to animal shelters • All types of fencing &

pergolas • Building repairs to new

construc�on • Pruning to tree felling • Light engineering • Insurance work • Anything considered • Professional work

guaranteed

Contact:

Keith Heselwood

027 968 6582 ah 03 318 4014

[email protected]

TRADES


• Septic tank installations

• Blocked drains • Sewer & storm water • Effluent disposal fields

Ph Craig 03 318 1069

Mob 027 253 5373

Fax 03 318 1059

Registered Drainlayer

Septic Tank Servicing Dairy Sumps Pumped Out

Drain Unblocking

DARFIELD

Phone Phone Phone Phone ---- Office 03 318 8609 Office 03 318 8609 Office 03 318 8609 Office 03 318 8609 ---- Mobile 0274 338 693Mobile 0274 338 693Mobile 0274 338 693Mobile 0274 338 693

we’ll be there when you need us. guaranteed. on time guaranteed or your first hour is free! conditions apply.

david wilkinson registered electrician

phone 03 318 1231 fax 03 318 1235 po box 26 email [email protected] kirwee

QualifiedQualifiedQualifiedQualified

• Bricklaying & Blocklaying • Stonework

• Restoration Work

• Chimney, Fireplace & Firebacks

• Quality Workmanship Guaranteed

VINCE DALY Ph (03) 318 8020 021 250 6944

Daily On Site Sales & Servicing Authorised Service Agent for Most Brands

• Washing Machines

• Dryers • Dishwashers

• Ovens • Cooktops • Washing Machine Hire

from $8 p.w. Oxford Appliances Ltd

MURRAY DAWSON Reg. Service Technician 027 226 3898

Upholsterer

Recover: Lounge Suites Dining Chairs

Squabs etc Free Quotes

Based in Weedons

Ph 03 980 4979

Tiler &

Registered

Water Proofer

Look me up on www.mytradesman.co.nz

or phone 03 318 1973

or 027 421 1637

e: bowen�[email protected]

� Maintenance & servicing

� Bathroom & kitchen

renova�ons

� Mains pressure hot

water upgrades

� Blocked drains

� Fully stocked vehicles

� Fast, friendly

professional service

Laser Plumbing Christchurch West 0800 11 22 40

[email protected]

We are able to accurately share travelling costs between jobs with GPS tracking

So try us first!

Heat pump supply, installa�on, servicing & maintenance

General household & business electrical work.

Your local &

reliable tradesman

DAIKIN • MITSUBISHI • HITACHI

Give Nigel a call now

for your no obliga�on

free quote

Ph: 021 387 750

A.H: 03 318 0030

Call Danie 021 875 462 03 980 2865 / 03 344 5744 www.spouting2u.co.nz

DEADLINE

1pm TUESDAY

MMMMMMMMALVERNALVERNALVERNALVERNALVERNALVERNALVERNALVERN CCCCCCCCOMPUTERSOMPUTERSOMPUTERSOMPUTERSOMPUTERSOMPUTERSOMPUTERSOMPUTERS • New ComputersNew ComputersNew ComputersNew Computers • LaptopsLaptopsLaptopsLaptops

• UpgradesUpgradesUpgradesUpgrades • Software Software Software Software

Jon LawrenceJon LawrenceJon LawrenceJon Lawrence Ph: 03 3183 699 Mob: 027 688 9103

[email protected]

• Virus Virus Virus Virus RemovalRemovalRemovalRemoval

• Problem Problem Problem Problem SolvingSolvingSolvingSolving

Closed SaturdaysClosed SaturdaysClosed SaturdaysClosed Saturdays S p e c i a l

$1295 I n c l G S T

Asus F555LJ Asus F555LJ Asus F555LJ Asus F555LJ

LaptopLaptopLaptopLaptop

• Intel i7 - 3.0GHz

CPU

• nVidia Graphics

• 8gig RAM

• 1TB HDD

• 7hrs batt

• Win 8.1

Cer�fying Plumber & Gasfi8er Over 25 years experience

Contact Your Local Plumbing & GasfiRng Specialist

Phone Glenn: 027 445 0684

Domes�c / Commercial • New Work / Renova�ons

Gas Hea�ng & Appliances • No job too big or small

Mainland Plumbing & Gas Ltd

A group of women were at a seminar on how to live in a

loving rela�onship with their husband.

The women were asked, “How many of you love your husband?” All the women raised their hands.

Then they were asked, “When was the last �me you told

your husband you loved him?” Some women answered

today, a few yesterday, and some couldn't remember.

The women were told to take out their cell phones and

text their husband: “I love you, sweetheart.” The women

were then instructed to exchange phones with another

person, and to read aloud the text message they received, in response. The replies were:

1. Who the hell is this?

2. Eh, mother of my children, are you sick or what?

3. Yeah, and I love you too. What's up with you?

4. What now? Did you crash the car again?

5. I don't understand what you mean?

6. What the heck did you do now?

7. Don't beat about the bush, just tell me how much you need?

8. Am I dreaming?

9. If you don't tell me who this message is actually for,

someone will die.

10. I thought we agreed you wouldn't drink during the

day.

11. Your mother is coming to stay with us, isn't she?

Issue 718 Friday 30th October 2015

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