♦ Weekly Newspaper ♦ Business Cards ♦ Photocopying ♦ Laminang ♦ Binding ♦ Typeseng If it’s newsworthy and you know about it - we’d like to know too! CIRCULATION: 5700+ - Area SH I West, between the rivers. The information and opinions published are not necessarily those of the Malvern News proprietors. Malvern News is distributed to 5700 homes and businesses in the Malvern area. Next edion will be distributed Friday 5th February 2016 Deadline - 1pm Tues 2nd February 2016 P: 03 318 7450 F: 03 318 7451 E: [email protected]W: www.malvernnews.co.nz ISSUE 727 Friday 29th January 2016 Deadlines: Editorial 1pm Monday Adversin g 1pm Monday Inside this issue: Long & Successful Walk 2 Young Biker Does It Again 3 Youngblood in Bloom 4 Summer Fun Connues 7 Good In The Hood 9 Mortgage & Insurance Advice 9 Darfield Volunteer Fire Brigade Waterway’s Success 10 Students’ Achievements Recognised 10 Darfield Family Fun 11 Managers Protect Environment 12 SDC Fly Flag Opons 13 Darfield Garden Club 13 Refurbished Library Unveiled 14 Drive Safely Around Children 15 Public Noces 17-19 Dates To Remember 18 Classifieds 19-22 Trades 22-24 Email Column 24 Kirwee Bowling Club 16 Men’s Shed News 16 Barnyard Playground 16 Malvern Cricket 17 Sports Results 17 Local Dancers Gain Outstanding Results 5 If your child will start Year 9 this year, or has not been seen by a dentist in the past 12 months and is between Years 9 - 13, you can elect to use our practice. Darfield dental will be available for dental examinations on specific days in the first term for Year 9 - 13 students. The days chosen are restricted due to the busy school calendar as well as our own schedule. If your child will be starting Year 9 in 2016, please contact our practice to advise us of their details. In 2015 we sent out 2 emails to all the year 8 students at DHS, with only 22 names returned. Your child will not receive a dental appointment, if they are not registered with us. Please contact the surgery to arrange an appointment. Thank you. Darfield Dental Surgery: Phone (03) 318 8392 [email protected]Flower Shop | Plants | Gifts | Wedding Flowers Corporates | Funerals | Functions Floral Workshops Floral Design Floral Design Floral Design Floral Design 41C Sth Tce, Darfield - 03 318 8699 www.atwistedbunch.co.nz www.atwistedbunch.co.nz www.atwistedbunch.co.nz www.atwistedbunch.co.nz Opening Monday 1st February 2016 (just in time for Valentine’s Day!) Doors open 9am to 5pm! Come say hi on Monday or any time during the week and go into the draw to win a stunning Valentine’s bouquet valued at $80 Deliveries throughout Selwyn, Waimakariri districts and Christchurch central. L to R: Jessie Anderson and Millie Calder - hockey stars! Millie Calder Millie Calder Millie Calder Millie Calder and Jessie Jessie Jessie Jessie Anderson, Anderson, Anderson, Anderson, both from the Selwyn district, had every reason to be smiling upon their return from the U19 Hockey series, held on the Australian Gold Coast in January. The pair, while playing in the Canterbury regional U18 team, were selected to attend a junior NZ Black Sticks training camp following their performances at the Nationals, held in July last year. Their Canterbury team was placed third at these Nationals. The junior Black Sticks camp was held in December 2015 and two teams to travel to Australia were selected following it. Both girls began their hockey playing careers at the age of five - firstly with the Hornby Club, before transferring to Harewood around four years ago. Both girls also have mothers still playing hockey and in Millie’s case her grandmother was also a keen player and coach. Jessie, who is seventeen years old, lives in Templeton and attends Villa Maria College, while sixteen year old Millie resides in Halkett and attends St Margaret’s College. The pair played five games in the U19 series in Australia - one versus the other New Zealand team, as well as teams from Japan and Australia. The New Zealand team containing Millie and Jessie won all their games - and while it wasn’t a ‘tournament’ as such - they did definitely emerge as victors. Both commented that it was a wonderful learning experience and taught them just what was required to develop and aspire to become a Black Stick. Prior to playing in Australia Millie at sixteen, not only attended, as mentioned, the Junior Black Sticks Camp for U19’s but was also selected for and attended the Future Black Sticks U21 camp too!
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♦ Weekly Newspaper
♦ Business Cards
♦ Photocopying
♦ Lamina�ng
♦ Binding
♦ Typese�ng
If it’s newsworthy and
you know about it - we’d
like to know too!
CIRCULATION: 5700+ - Area SH I West, between the rivers.
The information and opinions published are not necessarily those of the Malvern News proprietors.
Malvern News is distributed to 5700 homes and businesses in the Malvern area.
If your child will start Year 9 this year, or has not been seen by a dentist in the past 12 months and is between
Years 9 - 13, you can elect to use our practice. Darfield dental will be available for dental examinations on specific days in the first term for Year 9 - 13 students.
The days chosen are restricted due to the busy school calendar as well as our own schedule.
If your child will be starting Year 9 in 2016, please contact our practice to advise us of their details.
In 2015 we sent out 2 emails to all the year 8 students at DHS, with only 22 names returned. Your child will not receive a dental appointment,
if they are not registered with us.
Please contact the surgery to arrange an appointment. Thank you.
Opening Monday 1st February 2016 (just in time for Valentine’s Day!)
Doors open 9am to 5pm!
Come say hi on Monday or any time during the week and go into the draw
to win a stunning Valentine’s bouquet valued at $80
Deliveries throughout Selwyn, Waimakariri districts and
Christchurch central.
L to R: Jessie Anderson and Millie Calder - hockey stars!
Mill ie Calder Mil l ie Calder Mil l ie Calder Mil l ie Calder and Jessie Jessie Jessie Jessie Anderson, Anderson, Anderson, Anderson, both from the Selwyn district, had every reason to be smiling upon their return from the U19 Hockey series, held on the Australian Gold Coast in January. The pair, while playing in the Canterbury regional U18 team, were selected to attend a junior NZ Black Sticks training camp following their performances at the Nationals, held in July last year. Their Canterbury team was placed third at these Nationals. The junior Black Sticks camp was held in December 2015 and two teams to travel to Australia were selected following it. Both girls began their hockey playing careers at the age of five - firstly with the Hornby Club, before transferring to Harewood around four years ago. Both girls also have mothers still playing hockey and in Millie’s case her grandmother was also a keen player and coach.
Jessie, who is seventeen years old, lives in Templeton and attends Villa Maria College, while sixteen year old Millie resides in Halkett and attends St Margaret’s College. The pair played five games in the U19 series in Australia - one versus the other New Zealand team, as well as teams from Japan and Australia. The New Zealand team containing Millie and Jessie won all their games - and whi le i t wasn’ t a ‘tournament’ as such - they did definitely emerge as victors. Both commented that it was a wonderful learning experience and taught them just what was required to develop and aspire to become a Black Stick. Prior to playing in Australia Millie at sixteen, not only attended, as mentioned, the Junior Black Sticks Camp for U19’s but was also selected for and attended the Future Black Sticks U21 camp too!
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On Sunday, January 24th, local resident and early childhood teacher, Sara Syme Sara Syme Sara Syme Sara Syme led a group of around 100 walkers for a 76 kilometre walk to raise money and generate awareness for the Westpac rescue helicopter. After six gruelling months of training, she was ready and determined to complete the huge challenge she had set for herself. There were many people that joined Sara for part of, or all of, the walk, as well as support teams led by her husband, Dean Syme. Dean Syme. Dean Syme. Dean Syme. Luckily, the overcast and breezy day provided close to perfect conditions for the band of enthusiastic walkers. The mammoth expedit ion started at 4am with the walkers arriving at their final destination in Hagley Park at 8.30pm. Sara was desperate to do something to ‘give back’ to the rescue service after they saved her husband, Dean’s life on the exact same day the year before. Dean was diving by the Akaroa Heads when he reduced his breathing too much while coming up to the surface, sending an air bubble to his brain. It was a distressing time for Dean and his family, with
most patients in Dean’s condition not even making it to the hospital. “Dean was a paraplegic when he was finally able to leave the hospital. There was also the added expectation from doctors that the incident would leave him with brain damage and possibly the loss of his eyesight after the accident,” explained devoted wife Sara. With a lot of hard work and determination, Dean has recovered from the incident that very nearly took his life. Sara attributes this miraculous recovery to the rapid response of the Air Rescue Service and the stabilising of her husband,
once on board. At the time of going to print the walk has raised cash and onl ine donations exceeding $10,000. Sara’s efforts have also earned her a prestigious honorary life membership of the Air Rescue support team. This is in recognition of not only raising funds, but promoting a national awareness of the importance of the Air Rescue Service’s role in the community. The sixteen plus hour walk symbolised that it's a long way to hospital without a rescue helicopter! To donate to this worthy cause, To donate to this worthy cause, To donate to this worthy cause, To donate to this worthy cause, please search ’a long walk’ on please search ’a long walk’ on please search ’a long walk’ on please search ’a long walk’ on Facebook and follow the links.Facebook and follow the links.Facebook and follow the links.Facebook and follow the links.
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The podium at the conclusion of Round Two Don Smistra (3rd), Ethan Rose (1st), Adam Francis (2nd)
Medals were presented by Sam Gaze - Commonwealth Games silver medallist (pictured back left).
Ethan heads downhill during Round 1at Rotorua.
Twelve year old Ethan RoseEthan RoseEthan RoseEthan Rose, of Coalgate, has just returned from an exceptionally good couple of weeks in the North Island, competing in the first two races of the New Zealand Mountain Bike Cross Country Cup Series. Round 1, held in Rotorua's Red Woods, on January 9th, saw Ethan line up for his first national event in the youngest class (U15), and riding the same tough course as the elites. A big step up from the tracks he'd raced before. (He also added a smiling apology to his family, who were left worrying when he got lost during one of the practise training rides in the Red Woods!) Riding in the same race as the U17’s, the U15's lined up behind the older boys. With a good start Ethan and another U15 r ider progressed through some of the slower U17's on the first lap. Ethan then dropped back into second place on the second, and final lap, where he stayed to the finish, two minutes behind the first rider. While Ethan was happy with his second place he would have liked to have been closer to the first placed rider. Round 2 was held in Te Miro, near Cambridge, on January 17th and practicing the course the day before, Ethan knew this track would suit him admirably; with hard steep c l i m b s a n d f a s t technical descents. Lining up once again, behind the U17's, Ethan battled with the winner of round one, in the first lap, swapping places a number of times. The start of the second and final lap saw Ethan take the lead, a position he held to the finish. This reversed the results from Round 1 leaving both boys tied on points, in the series. Ethan sincerely thanks his sponsors - their support is gratefully appreciated. The News looks forward to hearing results from the rest of the series - hopefully with no more incidents of ‘missing in action’!
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Ashlley McIntosh owner of Darfield beauty salon business ‘Bloom’.
Monday evening saw Darfield’s new beauty salon Bloom buzzing with the excited winners of a VIP invite to an exclusive Youngblood make-up event. Entries for the competition began on Bloom’s open day and stayed open for the following weeks, with entrants able to win a spot for themselves and a friend, or family member. The evening event was attended by around fifteen lucky winners and began in a luxurious style with a sincere greeting, plus drinks and nibbles. This was followed by some background on the natural mineral Youngblood
b r a n d , a l o n g w i t h demonstrations of the product, plus tips and tricks for make up application from an experienced make up artist and Youngblood representative. Lisa Smith Lisa Smith Lisa Smith Lisa Smith of Darfield’s New Image Hair Salon was also on hand to demonstrate current hair trends and promote healthy hair habits. It was a wonderful opportunity to have experts available to answer attendees questions about make up
application, products, skin care and haircare. Bloom has plans to host many more events throughout the year and hopes they will all be equally as popular as this inaugural one. Bloom owner Ashlley McIntosh Ashlley McIntosh Ashlley McIntosh Ashlley McIntosh hinted that the next event will likely have a focus on skincare. Regular checks on their Facebook page or in the Salon will keep clients up to date with forthcoming happenings.
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Hannah Oakley was awarded gold in both Jazz and Lyrical
Pro Am sections, plus she was placed in the top 10 Pro Am
Dancers.
Local Dance and Fitness Studio owner Tara Marshall Tara Marshall Tara Marshall Tara Marshall has done exceptionally well with her pupils. This success culminated in 39 acts being deemed to be of a suitably high standard to perform and compete at Showcase National Dance Championships, held recently. The event takes place in Jupiters Casino on the Australian Gold Coast with Tara’s pupils producing some outstanding dancing - a credit t o h e r t e a c h i n g a n d choreography. The competition, now in its twenty first year, brings dancers from throughout the world, with over 5,000 attending this year! The competition ran for eight days between 8am and midnight - every day. Tara’s 39 acts covered pupils performing solos, duos and trios and such was their high standard that all acts were awarded either a high silver, gold or high gold placing. There were 24 individual dancers representing the Tara Marshall Dance and Fitness Studio and they brought along a group of 54 supporters. “We all loved the experience,” Tara said “and will definitely be striving to go back again.” Tara also remarked that she was unspeakably proud of how her dancers performed - they had practised hard and deserved the results they achieved.
O n e o f t h e p a r e n t s accompanying her daughter to Australia for the event commented, “This was a real experience for those girls who travelled and competed,” said Ruth Hodges Ruth Hodges Ruth Hodges Ruth Hodges whose daughter BreannaBreannaBreannaBreanna was dancing, “and the calibre of dancers our girls were compet i ng aga inst was impressive (as were the costumes). Tara's dancers really stepped it up a notch and
you could definitely see the many hours of hard work each and every one of them had put in over the past twelve months,” Ruth finished. Breanna agreed with her mother wholeheartedly and added, "it was an amazing experience and everyone really enjoyed themselves and learnt heaps."
Breanna Hodges with her gold award and 1st place achieved in the 14years Ruby Jazz section.
Jade Collier, award winning dancer with dance studio principal - Tara Marshall.
Teresa Barnhill with her National Showcase Awards.
Teresa was a Finalist in Dancer of the Year, and a Performer
L-R: Cedar Scott, Teresa Barnhill and Emily Bitmead from Malvern Ballet School were placed first in the pre-teen Ballet Trio Section during the recent Showcase Australian Dance Competitions.
The Showcase was held at Jupiter’s Casino on the Gold Coast and the girls were also a part of a team of dancers from Tara Marshall’s Tara Marshall’s Tara Marshall’s Tara Marshall’s Dance and Fitness Studio. Ballet Teacher Frances ScottFrances ScottFrances ScottFrances Scott, was delighted with the High Gold awarded to the girls which made all their hard work well worthwhile.
Frances thanks all those who helped/sponsored and fundraised to enable these students to perform on such a grand stage and create such wonderful memories.
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Jemma de Burger and Noah Whiteside concentrate on balance as they participate in some poolside games.
Summer in Selwyn events continue during February and March, with 28 great activities coming up for Selwyn families. A very popular Teddy’s Bear’s picnic at Rolleston started the programme with around 1,000 children and their families attending and the World Buskers Festival roadshow at Lincoln was equally popular. Last weekend a sizeable crowd gathered at the Darfield Pool for their Pool Party - the weather was warm, the pool equally so and those attending enjoyed games, music, BBQ sausage sizzle and of course the amazing pool inflatables. Entry to the event was free and there were some great prizes and giveaways on offer too. Other summer events:
• Leeston Music on the Green, Thursday, January 28th (Performers include Selwyn art ists Holly Holly Holly Holly KimberKimberKimberKimber, June Burney June Burney June Burney June Burney and Duncan SoleDuncan SoleDuncan SoleDuncan Sole, while the headline act will be a c o u n t r y d u o f r o m Ashburton, BruceBruceBruceBruce and Lanae HillLanae HillLanae HillLanae Hill)
• Lake Crichton triathlon/ duathlon, Friday, January 29th
• Southbridge Pool Party, Sunday, January 31st
• Springston Picnic in the Park, Thursday, February 4th
• Waitangi Day Country Picnic in the Park, Saturday, February 6th, at
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• Darf ield Skate Jam, Wednesday, February 10th.
For the full Summer in Selwyn even t programme v i s i t www.selwyn.govt.nz/events or pick up an event guide from a Selwyn Library.
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Just before School finished last year, West Melton Primary School honoured students’ achievements at a prizegiving ceremony. Three outstanding students in Year 8 received awards for Cultural, Academic and Sporting excellence, plus the School also recognised its Dux. The recipients were: PaulaPaulaPaulaPaula and Jeremy Wilson Jeremy Wilson Jeremy Wilson Jeremy Wilson Cup for A cadem ic and Spor t i ng Excellence: Alex JenkinsAlex JenkinsAlex JenkinsAlex Jenkins
Alex Jenkins, Sarah Quinn, Braiden Andrews - all award recipients at the West Melton Primary School prize giving.
Bella Groen and Alessandra Ward - head students for 2016.
L-R: Joost Kepers, Team captain Bryan Thomas (Trout) and Alan Kittelty. Darfield Volunteer Fire Brigade had an outstanding win in the first event of the season at the
Canterbury Provincial Waterway’s Championships, held in Geraldine last weekend. The Darfield team, led by newly appointed Captain, Bryan Thomas, won five events outright on Saturday, January 25th
giving them the highest overall points for the event. The dynamic team will be competing on the Coast, in Blackball this weekend as an invitation team and they are scheduled to then compete in
Clyde on Saturday, February 6th. This should put them in good stead for the South Island Championship final to be held in Methven on February 13th.
West Melton School Tikanga Award: Braiden Andrews Braiden Andrews Braiden Andrews Braiden Andrews Honours Board Dux recipient: Sarah Quinn Sarah Quinn Sarah Quinn Sarah Quinn
The School also congratulated their new Head Students for 2016: Bel la Groen Bel la Groen Bel la Groen Bel la Groen and Alessandra WardAlessandra WardAlessandra WardAlessandra Ward.
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Rainbowlily sprinkling the children’s prized teddies with special pixie dust before leading the parade.
Organisers of the Darfield Plunket and Toy Library Teddy Bears’ Picnic were elated with the number of attendees at their first ever family event. The TB’s Picnic was held at the Darfield Primary School field on Sunday, January 24th. Luckily the rain held off and the cloud prov ided some welcome reprieve from the previous scorching hot days. Excited children had difficulty deciding what to do first - the bouncy castle was an obvious hit and the biscuit decorating saw a lot of little ones also decorated - generally with chocolatey mouths! Entertainment was provided by the captivating faeries from Enchanting Entertainment. Rainbowlily Rainbowlily Rainbowlily Rainbowlily and WillowWillowWillowWillow created some remarkable face painting art for the children before giving them a special faerie stone to place under their pillow at night for the pixies to dance around. The magic did not end there though, the children were whisked over to sit under the tree for a story and then took part in the teddy bear parade, but not before the teddies had a sprinkling of magic pixie dust! The organisers and committee members of the Darfield Plunket and Toy Library were so excited
by the success of this event that they definitely plan to hold another family fun day in the future. “We are yet to decide on the next family event, but there will definitely be another. It was so nice to see so many people and lots of new faces at this event. I think the community really benefits from these get-togethers,” enthused Ainsley Ainsley Ainsley Ainsley BellBellBellBell, committee member. In the meantime though the committee are toying with the idea of organising children and parent exercise groups - provided there is sufficient interest (interest can be registered at: [email protected]
Plunket Appeal week is approaching and Ainsley would like to encourage people to donate to this great cause, “we will be door knocking and collecting for Plunket and all support is greatly appreciated. All funds raised are used for events such as the picnic, to bring the community together.” Watch this space for details of the next dessert night coming up in April.
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The managers of high country Flock Hill Station and angling organisations have joined forces to protect a salmon spawning stream flowing from Lake Pearson into the Waimakariri River. RichardRichardRichardRichard and Anna Hill Anna Hill Anna Hill Anna Hill have also created a buffer around h o u r g l a s s - s h a p e d L a k e Pearson, alongside alpine State H ighway 73 connect ing Canterbury and the West Coast. They will not cultivate, fertilise or graze cattle inside this fifty-metre strip. Land sloping into Lake Pearson is one of 25 sensitive lake zones identified by Environment Canterbury as highly valued and highly accessible. The Hills are working with North Canterbury Fish & Game and the New Zealand Salmon Anglers Association to look after spring-fed Winding Creek. A 2.2-kilometre fence has been built to keep cattle out of the creek, nearby springs and a twenty-hectare wetland protected by neighbour ing Cra ig ieburn Station. Gorse and broom have been sprayed with herbicide so native tussocks, rushes, sedge, toetoe, matagouri and other shrubs can gradually take their place. Winding Creek is one of five main salmon spawning streams feeding into the Waimakariri River. Salmon, rainbow trout and brown trout are present together with native longfin eel and upland bully. Canterbury drinking water will also benefit from the project, being sourced from Waimakariri aquifers fed by runoff from the river’s upper catchments. “In the early days we had our ups and downs but now we’re a
Flock Hill manager, Richard Hill, and Environment Canterbury senior biodiversity officer, Jodi Rees look out over Winding Creek.
team,” said Richard of the restoration effort that started in 2011. Emily MooreEmily MooreEmily MooreEmily Moore, North Canterbury Fish & Game officer, said anglers had been unhappy with an increase in sediment in Canterbury spring-fed creeks. “It gets into gravel where fish lay their eggs which is hopeless for spawning and also native invertebrate numbers,” she said. Winding Creek was still in good condition and this project would help keep it that way.” Only the Lake Pearson outlet and a shingle fan running towards the lake are fully fenced. Sheep are allowed access along the rest of the southern margin to drink, grazing to the water’s edge. The Department of Conservation is monitoring how well this approach works. There was compromise on both sides. “Ideally sheep, as well as cattle, would have been fenced out of Winding Creek because they graze overhanging vegetation which creates shade liked by fish. On the plus side, they help control weeds,” Emily said. Ring-fencing Lake Pearson would see rank grass and matagouri choke the margins, ruining the iconic view, according to Richard Hill. “If we got a dollar for every car that stopped on the bend by the Lake to take a photo we would not be farming!” He admits, however, that the lake is not the clear blue many remember. A large spring flood in 2013 was responsible, spilling silt and sediment into the lake, turning the water cloudy overnight. Close to $170,000 has been
spent on the Winding Creek and Lake Pearson projects including $106,000 in Immediate Steps grants from the Canterbury Water Management Strategy S e l w y n - W a i h o r a Z o n e Committee. As managers of a sensitive lake zone, the Hills are required by the Canterbury Land & Water Regional Plan to prepare a farm environment plan for the Lake Pearson catchment. Going beyond this, they opted to write a farm environment plan for the whole 14,500-hectare property. This will guide decisions such how many sheep to run and which land could be cropped, grazed or retired without risking water quality. No increase in nitrogen leaching is allowed in Lake Pearson. “As a high country lake, it is especia l ly vu lnerab le to enrichment due to its small volume of water, relative to the size of the catchment, and how long it stays there,” said Judith Judith Judith Judith Ear lEar lEar lEar l ---- Gou letGou letGou letGou let , Environment Canterbury Zone Delivery Manager. “Careful management is needed because this this can result in unsightly algae and aquatic plant blooms which affect fish and invertebrate habitats and can make lakes unsuitable for swimming. It takes a long time for a degraded lake to recover so action is needed to protect water quality.” The Land Air Water Aotearoa website assesses Lake Pearson water quality as ‘good’ based on phosphorus, nitrogen and chlorophyll content and clarity, and ‘high’ based on the number of ‘good’ native plants versus ‘bad’ introduced plants.
Our first mee�ng of the year was an evening walkabout
in Darfield and we were lucky to enjoy a warm, s�ll
evening. Our first stop was the immaculate garden of
Colleen and Maureen Marsh, who along with mum
Daphne, have created an oasis of colour at their
property. You could tell a lot of passion for plants was
evident here; both in design and varying styles as you
walked round. Across the road, we called firstly on Elly
May, whose vegetable garden was amazing with Elly
telling us she’s self-sufficient in her veggie needs. The
soil was rich and dark, just what they like. Elza Stuart
next door had a stunning property set out immaculately
with all manner of flowers. Her collec�on of Asters in
varying colours was lovely, a flower you do not see very
oEen, more’s the pity. Her plan�ng of flowers in varying
shades of pink and purple was par�cularly aIrac�ve.
Finally, a different style of garden all together at the
home of Lynda and Hamish Milner. A na�ve lover’s
paradise - you could almost imagine you were in the
bush so densely planted was this garden.
Accompanied by Hamish and two liIle pet dogs with
big a�tudes, we spent a delighSul hour touring the
property. A musterer’s hut was a novel feature
hidden in the bush. While we enjoyed supper, Lynda
talked to us of her interest in cheese making. Some
delicious samples were provided, not much being
leE when we had finished! I’m not sure we will be
invited back.
Thanks to all the kind folks who opened their
gardens to us and to commiIee member Julie
Sheehan for arranging such a great evening on
our behalf.
Happy Days.
Pat Newmarch
Selwyn residents will have the opportunity over the next three months to have a first-hand look at the current New Zealand f lag and the preferred alternative flag in the upcoming referendum. The existing flag and the Silver Fern flag, selected in the first flag referendum, will be flying at
the Council offices, Norman Kirk Drive, Rolleston, from now until the final referendum closes on March 24th, 2016. The Council is one of a number of locations nationwide where people can view the flags flying side by side on flagpoles. Selwyn Mayor Kelvin Coe Kelvin Coe Kelvin Coe Kelvin Coe commented that the Council is
pleased to be contributing to the flag consideration project. “The flag referendum is a significant decision for our country, which will impact on c u r r e n t a n d f u t u r e generations,” he added. “It’s important that people have the chance to see the flags flying in a real-life situation during the lead up to the referendum - as this will help people in our community to make an informed decision.” The final referendum will be held from March 3rd to 24th. Voters will choose between the current New Zealand flag and the alternative design (Silver Fern, black, white and blue) selected in the first referendum.
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Left to right - Stacey Brown (AECOM), Graham Creed (Contractor), Dave Denton (Chairman of Glentunnel trustees of the public library), Councillor Sam Broughton, at the
unveiling early in December.
The historic Glentunnel library building is once again serving its local community, after an extensive restoration project. The newly-refurbished building was unveiled during a ceremony attended by library staff, Selwyn District Council and members of the public on Wednesday, December 2nd. The distinctive octagonal building, originally built in 1886, was red-stickered and out of action after being damaged in t h e S e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 0 earthquake. Selwyn District Council provided project management for the $180,000 earthquake repair, funded through insurance settlement. AECOM were the consultants on the project and Graham Creed Graham Creed Graham Creed Graham Creed Builders were the contractors. During the refurbishment the building’s linings were stripped out and the floor lifted and reattached to the walls. A new interior framework was built and attached to the exterior brickwork to help support it. The underfloor and walls were
insulated and the Rimu matched lining replaced, while new carpet, lighting and a heating system have also been installed. Councillor Sam Broughton Sam Broughton Sam Broughton Sam Broughton commented that it was great to see local volunteers excited about being back in the refurbished building. “It is important Selwyn’s smaller towns continue to have the opportunity to access services locally, rather than having to travel to larger towns, and the reopening of the library will ensure this,” he said. “It was great to see the strength of the relationship between the local committee and Council staff who oversaw the project.” The building is due to open to the public this month once its books have been moved back from Glentunnel Hall. It will be open Monday to Friday from 9am to 11am, and will be staffed by a roster of fifteen volunteers. The Library’s background:
In 1886 after an appeal by local headmaster Mr OpieMr OpieMr OpieMr Opie, John John John John Deans Deans Deans Deans of Homebush granted land to the citizens of Glentunnel on which to build a library. Money was raised by public subscription and Thomas Thomas Thomas Thomas LamportLamportLamportLamport , who built the Homebush stables in 1879, was contracted to construct the building. The building incorporates every type of brick and terracotta tile then produced by the Homebush Brick, Tile and Pottery Works at Glentunnel. The brick gate posts and fence were built by WilliamWilliamWilliamWilliam and James James James James TarlingTarlingTarlingTarling, father and uncle of local author Mona AndersonMona AndersonMona AndersonMona Anderson. The existing gate and posts are original, while the fence was replicated as a millennium project. In 1984 a Post Office Agency was established in the library, providing mail and postal services in addition to the free library service offered to local residents.
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Prebbleton children Ethan Punivai, Caitlin Butson, Sophie Withell and Courtney Sim travelling to school. High vis vests improve children’s safety by making them more visible to motorists.
Over 8,000 children are due to return to schools in Selwyn early next month. “Children will be travelling on the bus, by car, biking, walking and using a scooter to get to and from school,” said Selwyn District C o u n c i l ’ s R o a d S a f e t y Coordinator Ngaire TinningNgaire TinningNgaire TinningNgaire Tinning. “With so many children on the move, and additional traffic from children being dropped off and picked up from school, motorists will need to take extra care.” To help ensure children get to and from school safely, Selwyn District Council has the following safety tips for motorists and parents:
Safety tips for drivers: Safety tips for drivers: Safety tips for drivers: Safety tips for drivers: • watch out for children when
they are crossing the road. If children are on scooters they can move quickly. Whether they are on bikes, walking, or on scooters, children may not have the skills to judge if it is safe to cross, so slow down if they are near a crossing
• back into driveways so when drivers leave the house in the morning they have a clear view of any children crossing
the driveway. This is also a good idea to increase safety and visibility if there are children in the driver’s own household
• if passing young cyclists on the road, give them plenty of space as they may be inexperienced
• always reduce speed to twenty kilometres when passing a stationary school bus, regardless of which side of the road the bus is on. Look out for children who are on the roadside waiting to catch a bus, or who are getting on or off the bus
• slow down around schools and other areas children travel along to get to school.
Safety tips for parents: Safety tips for parents: Safety tips for parents: Safety tips for parents: • talk to children about how to
use their bike or scooter safely and how to check its condition to see it is safe to use. Whether a child is travelling by foot, by bike or scooter make sure they are familiar with the route to take to school and know how to cross any roads safely
• helmets must be worn by c y c l i s t s a n d a r e recommended for children on scooters. Hi-vis vests are a good idea also, as they will make children more visible to motorists
• if children catch the bus talk to them about making sure t hey a re sa f e f r om vehicles. They should stand well back from the road and wait until the bus has gone and there is a clear view both ways before they cross the road
• if driving children to school, check all children are correctly restrained before leaving, even if it’s only a short journey
• when picking up or dropping off children at school, ask them to get in and out of the car on the footpath side and don’t park near yellow lines, intersections or driveways.
Ngaire added that both parents and motorists can help to make the journey to and from school safer for children. “Motorists can help by slowing down, and show in g p a t i e nce and consideration when children are around. Parents can help by talking to their children about road safety, modelling good behaviour and checking their children have the right gear to help them be seen and be safe.”
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The Malvern Ladies 4’s were played at West Melton on Friday, January 22nd (“In bloody hot weather,” - laughed one of the bowling fraternity) and won by a team from Kirwee Bowling Club.
The winners from the Kirwee Bowling Club are: L to R: V. Watson, A. Gooch, M. Robertson, M. Knight.
I hope everyone has had a great holiday over the Xmas period and can return back to work feeling invigorated. We at
the shed are back to work as well and looking forward to another exciting year. T h e E n g i n ee r i n g s h ed foundation is ready to pour and then the building will be erected within the next couple of weeks. There is still a bit of lining to do in the meeting room but the woodwork workshop is just about there. We have had several new members join recently which adds a few more trade skills to the volunteer group and they are a great bunch of guys. Unfortunately on January 6th,
Rolleston’s newest playground is now open! Located on Granite Drive, the playground has a fun barnyard theme which has been enhanced by new plantings and paths in the surrounding area. A second playground, specifically for pre-schoolers has been
developed in Stonebrook, between Sandstone Crescent and Jasper Court.
one of our earliest members passed away. Laurie LeathemLaurie LeathemLaurie LeathemLaurie Leathem had a long Police career and he really enjoyed helping in the shed when required, as well as making the morning teas for us. Once we knew of his illness we made him our first life member which he appreciated. His funeral was very well supported by our guys and he will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.
Neil Bennet Chairman of Trustees.
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Monday 8th February 2016, 7.30pm At the West Melton Netball Clubrooms
All Welcome Any queries ph Ruth Brown 03 347 8377
Check out our website for the 2016 trial dates & registration
Junior Registrations will be held in conjunction with the rippa evenings - Ph Wendy Redmond 0274 818 696
Kirwee Rugby Football Club
For a full schedule please visit our website:
www.kirweerugby.co.nz All past, present & future players
encouraged to a:end.
Here’s your chance to be involved in the
premier club of Malvern.
For more informa�on please contact:
Kent 027 227 5520, Toby 021 151 0963
or Terry 027 450 624.
Preseason Trainings
U18, Colts & Div 3 & 2
Thirsty Thursdays are star�ng Thursday 4th February.
Occurring every 1st Thursday of the month
star�ng at 5.30pm.
All supporters, sponsors, past,
present or prospec�ve players most
welcome to enjoy a social get
together. Courtesy van opera�ng.
Refreshments and food available.
SUNDAY 21ST FEBRUARY
Registrations from 8am Race Briefing 9:45am
Race Start 10am
981 Dalethorpe Road, Sheffield
Register on our facebook page: Sheffield Rugby Club Mountain Bike Race
Advert sponsored by Hunter Glass
Event proudly sponsored by Matt Collier, Farmlands Real Estate
Results 22nd January 2016Results 22nd January 2016Results 22nd January 2016Results 22nd January 2016 Men: J Morten 28 P Cardosi 27 A Hogg 27 M Will 26 R Marsh 25 J Paterson 24 E Woodward 24 P McOscar 24 D Stone 24 A Kenworthy 23 P Fletcher 23 R Parker 23 P Pownceby 23 C Bishop 22 G Cowan 22 S Oliver 22 J Halkett 22 Ladies: S Baldwin 22 K Penney 22 L Palmer 21 Closest to the Pin - Proudly sponsored by Darfield Bakery: L Palmer D Grice Two’s: P Fletcher A Kenworthy
Results 23rd January 2016Results 23rd January 2016Results 23rd January 2016Results 23rd January 2016 Interclub 10’s Interclub 10’s Interclub 10’s Interclub 10’s ---- Men:Men:Men:Men: Div 1Div 1Div 1Div 1 vsvsvsvs BelfastBelfastBelfastBelfast Singles: J Peyton Won 26-11 Pairs: A Paul, S Glassey(s) Lost 13-25 Triples: G Rowe, D Scobie, G Lea(s) Lost 14-24 Fours: C Kittelty, J Elvy, P Redfern, R Hunt(s) Won 29-17 Interclub Three Fours Interclub Three Fours Interclub Three Fours Interclub Three Fours ---- Men:Men:Men:Men: Div 4Div 4Div 4Div 4 vsvsvsvs Avon ParkAvon ParkAvon ParkAvon Park E Cridge, R Ireland, J Sheehan, J Anderson(s) Won 26-6 D Holland, M Peel, L Ashby, B McLaughlin(s) Won 18-13 G Lalor, R Green, T Kikstra, R Smith(s) Won 24-14 Interclub Two Triples Interclub Two Triples Interclub Two Triples Interclub Two Triples ---- Ladies:Ladies:Ladies:Ladies: Wednesday 20th January Div 3Div 3Div 3Div 3 vs vs vs vs Morrison AveMorrison AveMorrison AveMorrison Ave B Green, W Clucus, P Maxwell(s) Lost 20-22 A Lalor, L Rowe, N McRae(s) Lost 13-21
Results 7th November 2015 Results 7th November 2015 Results 7th November 2015 Results 7th November 2015
A Grade:A Grade:A Grade:A Grade: No Tennis (Browning Sheild) Presidents Grade:Presidents Grade:Presidents Grade:Presidents Grade: Courtenay West 2 v Darfield West 7 Darfield North 7 v Courtenay East 2 Darfield South W by Def Hororata Weedons Green 6 v Sheffield 3 View Hill 5 v Weedons Blue 4 Kirwee Red 5 v West Melton White 4 Kirwee white 6 v West Melton Gold 3 West Melton Blue Bye
Monday 15th Feb, 3:15pm - 4:30pm At Sheffield School.
All new and exis)ng players are welcome.
Enquiries to: Keith Heselwood: 027 968 6582
Tom Ferguson: 3184772
Sth. Malvern v LincolnSth. Malvern v LincolnSth. Malvern v LincolnSth. Malvern v Lincoln
On a hot afternoon, at the
picturesque Glentunnel ground,
with a N.W. breeze rustling the
tall trees, an enthralling contest
eventuated. Cricket was the
winner, with a gold medal, and
Sth. Malvern took the silver.
The game travelled the full
distance of 90 overs. My main
memory is of outstanding
batmanship, from both sides - a
glorious array of punishing
shots were played, to all points
of the compass, often, off good
bowling.
Sth. Malvern amassed a total of
274/9 - the chief contributors
were J. Ferris 85, P. Reardon
58, and J. Kars 35.
L inco ln’ s response was
magnif icent . They never
relented, in chasing this
ambitious total. A. Chapman 96,
and J. Benton 81, had a
partnership of 138 runs.
M. McCaughan (3/39), bowled
fast, and M. Pauling (2/24), was
accurate.
Both sides’ fielding was sound,
and included many athletic
saves. In a close, tense finish,
Sth. Malvern won by 16 runs.
Greendale v OxfordGreendale v OxfordGreendale v OxfordGreendale v Oxford Greendale won the toss, and batted on their grass pitch, reaching a total of 246/8, off 45 overs. R. Wilson 44, B. Chapman 39, and D. Crequer 37, were the chief scorers. Oxford were all out for 152, off 36 overs - A. Philpott 28, T. Dalley 4/15, and R. Wilson 2/14. The opening bowlers, H. Jebson, and J. Clayton, gave Greendale an excellent start - both bowled six overs, each taking 1/18. H. Jebson took an amazing catch at mid-off, running back and then falling; he was soon surrounded by his excited team-mates. Greendale won by 94 runs.
DRAW DRAW DRAW DRAW ---- Jan 30thJan 30thJan 30thJan 30th Greendale v Sth. Malvern
Footnote: It is worth noting, that in the Oxford v Sth. M a l v e r n g a m e b e f o r e Christmas, nine of the Oxford batsmen were bowled - a rare event. But wait for it. All those dismissals occurred at one end of the pitch. A stunning statistic. Possibly unique - we will never know.
M. Clark
Saturday, January 23 2016Saturday, January 23 2016Saturday, January 23 2016Saturday, January 23 2016
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Opening Day of the Rolleston
Social Indoor Bowls will be held at the
Rolleston Community Centre
Thurs 4th February, 1pm
New members are always welcome.
Experienced players are only too happy to assist you.
Come along for 2½ hours of fun and relaxa�on.
Cost $2.00 per person, per day.
Contact Walter (03) 347 2190.
Kirwee Community Hall Choose from hundreds of toys
CELEBRANTCELEBRANTCELEBRANTCELEBRANT - Michelle Spence. Weddings and Civil unions in Selwyn area. Ph 318 3000 or 027 205 4660.
WEDD INGSWEDD INGSWEDD INGSWEDD INGS , C iv i l Un ion Ceremonies, Renewal of Vows, Naming Ceremonies, Funerals & Unveilings. Jenni Gibson ph/fax: 324 8332 Mobile: 021 723 089 [email protected] www.celebrantservices.net.nz
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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.
MATUREMATUREMATUREMATURE & hardworking lady available for cleaning your home. Reasonable rates. Phone Marcia 027 443 0478.
CARAVANS & TRAILERS
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Ryan and Nicole Charles are very excited to
announce the arrival of their precious daughter
Nevaeh Marie 8th January 2016
6lb 13oz. Christchurch Women’s Hospital.
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THANKTHANKTHANKTHANK you to the person who found my car keys and handed them into the police on December 10th. J Searle, North Terrace.
Torlesse Travel wish to advise that the services to Christchurch
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Sarah &
Steve Barnard are pleased to
announce the birth of
Eve Marie 15th January 2016
9lb 9oz
A baby sister for
Johnny and Hannah. Many thanks to
Trish Youngman.
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DHSDHSDHSDHS uniform all in excellent condition. 1 girls blazer, size L, $100. 1 girls gym dress, size M, $90. 2x short sleeved girls shirts, size M, $20 ea. 1 girls shorts, size 12, $25. 1 boys blazer, size 80, $100. Phone 318 1441.
DOWNSIZING DOWNSIZING DOWNSIZING DOWNSIZING ---- Garage Sale, Saturday 30th January, 9am start. 7 South Terrace, Darfield.
GARAGE GARAGE GARAGE GARAGE sale to be held at Glenroy House, Beckwiths Road, Glenroy. On Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st January 2016. Sale includes furniture, bric a brac, garden tools, wheel barrows, leaf blower, chain saw, garden pots and plants, bbq, horse riding tack, ladies bicycle, a spinning jenny fencing wire dispenser and much more. Commencing 10am both days.
MONSTERMONSTERMONSTERMONSTER Garage Sale. Sat 30th Jan 10am-1pm. 37 Kerrs Rd, Burnham. Kids bikes, scooters, furniture, upholstery fabrics, clothes, sports gear, motorbike boots, helmets, shoes, pottery, antiques, riding gear. All things imaginable. Please park outside, walk down the back to the RIGHT. 027 429 0671.
SATURDAYSATURDAYSATURDAYSATURDAY 30th Jan - Older style family tent, barbecue, home gym, swing, yamaha three wheelers for parts, 4x4 alloy and steel wheels, electric boat w inch, aluminium windows, flourescant lights, breadmaker, duvet covers, portacot, playgym etc. 267 Elmhurst Road Darfield - gates open 8.30am.
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DOGS DOGS HOUSE TO LET
DARFIELDDARFIELDDARFIELDDARFIELD township. Available
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Large lounge, heat pump,
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$330 per week. Ph 021 114
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ONE ONE ONE ONE bedroom cottage in
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end of Jan. Please phone
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Hills area. 6-12 month term
approx. 3 small bedrooms/ flat
style, log burner. Very warm
and cozy. Pets by neg. Horse
grazing available. $200 per
week. Ph 027 227 0971 or
021 242 3223 evenings.
SUNNYSUNNYSUNNYSUNNY, modern two bed unit.
Darfield. 1st February. No
smokers, no pets. Three week’s
bond required. $310p.w. Phone
Gaye 318 0727.
TEXEL RAMS For surviveability,
good growth rates
and high yielding.
Also available:
Texel ram lambs,
Texel ewe lambs
and Texel two-tooth
ewes.
All purebred and
suitable for transfer.
Ph Ken 03 318 8140
FOR SALE
JOHN JOHN JOHN JOHN Deere L100, ride-on mower, re-conditioned cutting deck. Small trailer pulled by ride-on. 60L pressure tank for house pump. Brand new. Heat transfer unit for home, one room. 1 Speedrite AN90 portable electric fence unit. Phone 318 8839.
LUCERNE LUCERNE LUCERNE LUCERNE hay. Good quality. Shed stored. Conv. bales. Kirwee area. $12 per bale. Phone 318 1964.
PEASTRAW PEASTRAW PEASTRAW PEASTRAW for sale, Greendale. $35 per bale. Freshly baled, medium square bales. Happy to deliver within 10km radius of Greendale, otherwise please arrange own pickup. Contact Hugh 027 464 4295.
PITTOSPORUMS PITTOSPORUMS PITTOSPORUMS PITTOSPORUMS (Small) and grasses. $1 each. West Melton Market at St Pauls, this Sat (30th Jan) 9am – noon.
PULLETS PULLETS PULLETS PULLETS - Hyline/Shaver Point of Lay for sale. Please phone 03 318 1750.
WOOD WOOD WOOD WOOD shavings - untreated, clean shavings suitable for horse stables, calving sheds, chicken houses and rabbit hu t c hes . Ava i l ab le i n 70L bags, 1m3 bales (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 03 347 7352 for more details.
FOR SALE
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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]
PAINTING & DECORATING
PLANT NURSERIES
ROOF ROOF ROOF ROOF & house maintenance. All aspects covered including spouting, mortar, t i les, re-roofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing. General repairs. Phone 03 347 6702.
ROOF MAINTENANCE
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 g r own s t o c k . F r i e nd l y knowledgeable advice. Phone Dave or Wendy for hours we are open 03 318 0081 or visit www.hororatanurseries.co.nz
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
RAFFLE RESULTS
Charing Cross
Branch Christmas
Raffle Results
1st Tom Mackenzie
2nd G. Radford
3rd Claire Neal
Many thanks to
Darfield Pharmacy and
to everyone who
supported us.
EXPORT SHIPPING CLERK This permanent posi�on may suit a person
with school aged children or someone who is ready to get back into the workforce.
Posi�on Details: • Shipping and expor�ng admin • Accounts • Stock control
Posi�on Requirements: • Account skills an advantage • Must have working knowledge of Excel
spreadsheets • Strong aIen�on to detail and task orientated
4 bedrooms. Open plan living with great rural outlook.
Dble garage with aIached room/studio. Very quiet and
private loca�on. Asking price $365,000.
Open Homes: Sat & Sun 2pm - 4.30pm.
Trademe ref EQC306. Ph 318 2442 or 022 164 7522.
REAL ESTATE
FREELANCE PAINTER/
CONTRACTOR Trade qualified
24 years specialising in • Mould treatment
• Int/ext house pain)ng, light commercial
• Garage floors • Roofs/airless spraying
Phone ScoV
021 029 83216
FREE QUOTES
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).
DEADLINE
1pm MONDAY
TRUCK DRIVER - HORORATA
Wallace Corporation Limited (WCL) is a family
business operating in the Waikato since the
1930’s providing a range of services to the food
industry. Our main site is at Waitoa and includes
a large scale rendering plant and tannery
along with compost manufacturing and dairy
farms. Wallace Corporation has satellite
operations in Feilding and Northland and a
rendering plant in Canterbury.
A full time permanent position for a Driver with a
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EXPERIENCED STOCKPERSON REQUIRED PIC is one of New Zealand’s leading pig production
businesses with five farm units located at various sites in New Zealand.
Ideally, we are looking for a stock person who has a minimum of two to three years “solid” work experience, and a real passion for working with pigs. However, if you have other stock experience and have an interest in animal
production then this may be just the job for you.
A flexible approach, willingness to take on challenges, the ability to work independently or as part of a team, your own vehicle, and a drivers’ licence are all necessary requirements
for the role. You will also require a good level of written and numeric skills to enable accuracy in the recording of farm data and breeding statistics.
A competitive salary package/production bonus scheme will
be offered to the right person. There is also an opportunity to participate in further on the job training and development within the pork industry.
This is a full time permanent position; however we also offer entry level positions to the right applicants.
Please apply by forwarding your CV to
[email protected] or ph Simon at 0275 650 202 for further information.
TRADES TRADES
FORFORFORFOR all glass requirements
phone Phil 317 9046 or
021 046 6046.
SHELLEY’SSHELLEY’SSHELLEY’SSHELLEY’S Glass and Glazing.
Got a broken glass window?
Insurance work, Pet doors,
Mirrors, Retro Refits, Single/
D o u b l e g l a z i n g ,
Splashbacks, Fire Glass. 32
years in the glass industry.
Operates in Oxford, Cust,
Darfield, Rolleston, West
Melton & Surrounding Areas.
Call your local Glazier -
Mark on 03 312 3253 or
0272 426 368.
WINDOW REPAIRS
Country Touch Services Your local
Window cleaner with 20 years experience
• Heat Pump Cleaning • Headstones Cleaned +
Letters Repainted. Phone 318 1960 or 022 044 0654
COUNTRY TOUCH Services
SITUATION VACANT
Malvern
News
Deadlines:
Editorial
5pm Monday
Adver�sing
1pm Tuesday
MOBILE LOCKSMITH
KEYS, LOCKS, RANCHSLIDER wheels and tracks repaired.
WINDOW catches, hinges and security stays.
Coming to town soon - all work guaranteed.
Phone Gavin or Sue NOW
022 044 5015
RANCHSLIDER AND WINDOW REPAIRS
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Sales and Service of new and used machines. Networking, Virus protection, Backup Re-loading and Restoring of Windows. Plain old fashioned Help & Assistance!
Adrian’s Building Services (03) 324-3125 Locally based, NZ Home Hea�ng Installer 10+ years
TRADES
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
UPHOLSTERER UPHOLSTERER UPHOLSTERER UPHOLSTERER ---- Recover l ounge su i t es , d in i ng chairs, squabs etc. Free quotes. Based in Weedons. Please phone 03 980 4979.
TRADES TRADES
Phone David Barnhill 027 618 2345
or a/h 317 9144
• 25 years experience25 years experience25 years experience25 years experience
• Local qualified builderLocal qualified builderLocal qualified builderLocal qualified builder
• All types of work All types of work All types of work All types of work
undertaken including additions, undertaken including additions, undertaken including additions, undertaken including additions,
alterations, new houses, sheds alterations, new houses, sheds alterations, new houses, sheds alterations, new houses, sheds
■ New Builds
■ Extensions
■ Renovations
■ Kitchen & Bathrooms
Steptoe & CoSteptoe & CoSteptoe & CoSteptoe & Co
Contact Derrick 03 318 1947
or text 027 218
Tip: Happy New Year! Gardening is a great form
of exercise.
One man & his truck; labour & transport
Lifestyle block services,
maintenance & clearance
Selwyn Exterior Plastering
BCITO Qualified 10 Years Experience
• New Homes • Restora�on Work
• Block Walls
• Founda�ons
• Quality Workmanship
Guaranteed
Contact Terry Hull Ph: (03) 551 0151
Mob: 020 4052 4567
Craftsman Plumber / Drainlayer
• New Housing • Renovations • Maintenance • Blocked Drains • Water Blasting
I am a registered teacher who creates an individual tutoring programme for your child.
A tour guide was showing a group of tourists around the outback of his country and explaining the amazing abili�es of indigenous na�ves to track man or beast
over land, through the air and under the sea. The tourists were incredulous.
Later in the day, as the group rounded a bend on the highway they discovered,
lying in the middle of the road, a na�ve man. He had one ear pressed to the
white line, whilst his leE leg was held high in the air!
The bus stopped and the guide and the tourists gathered around the prostrate
male...
“Hey Jacky,” said the tour guide, “what are you tracking and what are you
listening for?”
The man replied, “down the road about 25 miles is a 1971 Valiant Ute... It's a red
one... the leE front tyre is bald… The front end is out of whack, and there’s dents
in every panel...There are nine fellas in the back, all drinking warm sherry, there
are three dead animals on the roof rack and four dogs on the front seat.”
The tourists moved forward, astounded by this precise and detailed knowledge.
“Goodness gracious man, how do you know all that?” asked one.
The man replied: “I fell out of the damn thing about half an hour ago!”