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Volunteer /page5 Rangiora’s Brittany Overend is NZ Riding for the Disabled volunteer of the year.

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The Waipara Hotel at the height of a fire on Monday.

Photo: Robyn Bristow.

Hotel ravaged by fire By Robyn Bristow and Kit Carson When Dave Grafton and his mate Perry May saw smoke billowing out the roof of the Waipara Hotel on Monday, they sprinted across the road and headed in through the kitchen to try and find anyone who might be trapped. But the first door handle Dave tried was too hot and with smoke was pouring up the hallway and the heat becoming unbearable, he and Perry backtracked. ‘‘We went around the back and picked up a beer keg and threw it through the window. Flames were shooting every where but we managed to get two dogs out into the yard. ‘‘The back corner of the pub was well alight by that time so we went back to the car park and moved our cars to the state highway as a big crowd of onlookers and

fire engines started to arrive,’’ he said. Dave, from Hororata and Perry, a West Coaster, had been in the car park on State Highway 73 opposite the pub which just three days earlier had been sold at auction, chatting after meeting for Dave to pick up a dog from the West Coaster who was heading north. ‘‘We were just sitting there yarning and then we saw what looked like smoke coming from behind the pub. ‘‘But then hello it started coming out the roof. That was not a good sign,’’ he said Fires Service investigators were sifting through the remains of the pub on Tuesday morning to establish the cause, but Fire Service spokesman said there was nothing suspicious about the blaze. It appeared to have started in an

accommodation area at the rear of the pub, 60 percent of which was damaged 20 percent severely. Longtime owner Willy Inia was inspecting the building, but was too distraught to talk to The News about the fire. He confirmed, the hotel had been on the market for several years before being sold at auction last Friday with settlement next month. It is understood the buildings were not insured. There had been numerous alterations and additions to the property over the years, but the original section was about 130 years old, according to locals. It provided a set for the North Canterburybased movie, Netherwood, and was popular with locals, truckies who stayed overnight and visitors. Ravaged hotel page two.

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In the winners circle - (from left) Minister of Environment Amy Adams, Sarah Ensor, DOC partnerships ranger, Melissa Brown, Hurunui College secretary and secretary of the Ecoblitz committee, Dr Tim Curran, ecology lecturer Lincoln University, scientist research and liaison, Anna Clarke, a year 13 student at Hurunui College and active member of the Nina Valley Restoration Group, with the Supreme Award. Photo: Supplied by Environment Ministry. An Ecoblitz in a North Canter bury valley took out the Supreme Award at the Ministry of Environ ment’s Green Ribbon Awards in Wellington on Monday evening. The Nina Valley EcoBlitz event held in March involved scientists, senior high school students, uni versity students, teachers, and helpers working together to docu ment and discover the species of North Canterbury’s Nina Valley and surrounds. The Ecoblitz took out the Communication and Education award, in which there were 25 nominees and three finalists, before going on to win the Supreme award. The unique event enabled high school students from 21 different

schools in Canterbury and West land to experience handson activities and learn scientific meth ods. The Ecoblitz included 119 field activities ranging from general species searching to workshops on popular ecology topics. The event, which was organised by Hurunui College, Lincoln Uni versity, the Department of Educa tion (DOC) and the Hurunui District Council, educated and inspired students and teachers and highlighted the importance of scientific methods in fieldwork. It was supported by scientists, university students and their assis tants, mainly from Lincoln Uni versity. Continued Page 2

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The Waipara Hotel the day after it was ravaged by fire. Around 60 percent of the building was damaged, 20 percent severely.

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Award recognition of effort

Thursday June 19: House sitting. Primary Production Select Committee Friday June 20: In Blenheim meeting with constituents and community organisations by prior arrangement. Monday June 23: In Blenheim meeting with constituents and community organisations by prior arrangement. Tuesday June24 -26: House sitting. Friday June 27: In Blenheim meeting with constituents and community organisations by prior arrangement. Meeting with Marlborough District Council.

From Page 1 world, they were run Chair of the EcoBlitz over 24 hours and organising commit were aimed at trying tee, Tim Kelly, the to find different head of science at species in an area. Hurunui College and The Nina Valley EcoBlitz was exclus project leader of the Nina Valley Resto ive to school children ration Project, says and carried out on a the award is recogni sound scientific level. tion of the effort put This would enable in by a large number comparisons with of people. data when further ‘‘It is fantastic to work in the valley was have people from lots done and would help establish if there was of different agencies and institutions com any changes happen ing together to make ing due to global war it happen for students ming and other and teachers,’’ he events. says. After the March Mr Kelly, who was event Mr Kelly said unable to be in Well Plant scientist Colin Meurk (standing) works there was a huge ington for the awards with Elin Harris (Lincoln High) and Zoe degree of infectious said around 175 Watson (Hurunui College) on identifying plant enthusiasm during the students from Timaru species in meadow and scrublands during the event, lots of real to Greymouth and March EcoBlitz. Photo: Steve Attwood. learning and ‘‘I am North Canterbury sure we’ve helped produce some budding scientists from this took part. He said while there were EcoBlitz around the experience’’.

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Amberley School Board of Trustee chairman, Tony Trewinnard outside the Rewi Alley hall. A plaque will be unveiled by the Chinese ConsulGeneral, Madam Tan Xiutian and Hurunui Deputy Mayor, Marie Black, in recognition of the strong ties between the school and Rewi Alley and the enormous respect held for him in China. Rewi Alley arrived in China on April 21, 1927 to ‘‘have a look at the Chinese revolution. He stayed for over 60 years becoming one of China’s bestknown and bestloved foreigners. For 10 years he worked as a fire officer, factory inspector and relief worker and laboured among the Chinese trying to improve their living and working conditions. He formed the Association of Chinese Industrial cooperatives Gung Ho/Work Together and in 1940 was involved in setting up schools in various parts of the country. Some failed, but others survived. Alley became headmaster of Shuangshipu in 1945,

Grey Power political meetings Grey Power North Canterbury has invited the leaders of the main political parties to speak to its members in Rangiora before the September general election. New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has already confirmed he will address the the group in August. ‘‘The last time Winston spoke, 300 members attended the meeting. ‘‘There was standing room only and I

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By Robyn Bristow Rewi Alley and his ties to Amberley School will be celebrated next week. A delegation from the Chinese Consulate General in Christchurch, in conjunction with the New Zealand China Friendship Society, will visit the school on June 26, to celebrate the link the school has with Rewi Alley, the celebrated New Zealandborn writer, educa tor, social reformer, potter and member of the Communist Party of China, a cause he dedicated 60 years of his life to. Rewi Alley, who was born in Springfield in December 1897, was schooled at Amberley as a young lad, a school his father taught at for a time before the family shifted to Wharenui School in Christchurch where Rewi’s father was appointed headmaster. China Day, next week, will see the Rewi Alley Hall, which houses a community cafe run by the school’s Parent Teachers Associa tion, recommissioned after undergoing an extensive facelift, including a new kitchen. The event will showcase Chinese culture, traditional activities including music and dance as well as food. The first steps toward forming a Sister School relationship with a school in Shanghai will also be celebrated. Work has already begun to ensure Amber ley students can speak Mandarin with a view to student exchanges taking place in the future. Arrangements have been made with the Canterbury University’s Department of Languages to come to Amberley and teach students Mandarin. The aim of the relationship is to develop crosscultural links between China and New Zealand using modern media and possible student exchanges. Amberley principal Kevin O’Halloran says China Day is a huge opportunity to streng then friendships and to share the respect for Rewi Alley. ‘‘Rewi Alley was highly respected in China for his contribution to society generally and particularly to China’s education system,’’ says Mr O’Halloran. The hall was named the Rewi Alley hall back in the early 1990s when it was was shifted to Amberley from the Christchurch College of Education. A Rewi Alley Memorial garden was planted along its frontage. Mr O’Halloran says the PTA was keen to redevelop the hall and China Day was a great way to celebrate the work achieved.

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expect every bit as much interest as there was last time,’’ Grey Power North presi dent Miles Jackson says. A further meeting is planned in Sept ember where local candidates will be invited to speak. ‘‘I also anticipate members will enjoy listening to candidates contesting local seats who will address the September 2, Grey Power meeting.’’

after it had been moved to Shanda in 1942, when it was threatened by the advance of the Japanese. Control was eventually taken by local community party officials. By 1953 Rewi Alley had immersed himself in writing about China and travelled exten sively, speaking on behalf of international peace agencies, such as the World Peace Council. But his achievements in setting up Gung Ho and the school in Shandan, were never far from his mind. In the 1980s he and other Gung Ho veterans successfully set about reviving the organisations and he also conceived a plan for a new Shandan School to meet the present day needs. It opened on April 21, 1987, the 60th anniversary of Rewi Alley’s arrival in China. His work in China has been honoured by both the New Zealand and Chinese Governments.

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Children first at Pegasus

By Kit Carson Guests Prime Minister John Key and Education Minister Hekia Parata were left in no doubt that the children came first at Pegasus Bay School when they attended its official opening last Thursday. While there was time for cere mony, the emphasis was on the 280 pupils from start to finish, and their performances throughout the powhiri and behaviour in general was of the highest standard. Board of trustees chairman Nigel Sharplin described the transfer of the youngsters from the old Wai kuku School to the $15 million facility as a celebration, a long journey from the first community consultation in March 2006. ‘‘Despite frustrations, delays and overflowing temporary accommo dation, we got there. ‘‘It has been a great community project, an exercise in co operation.’’ This cooperation had been expressed in the way the children had participated in the actual shift, packing up the old and setting up the new. Mr Sharplin paid tribute to principal Roger Hornblow. ‘‘We have a principal who simply doesn’t take no for an answer. ‘‘I have also be fortunate to a great board behind me.’’ For his part, Mr Hornblow was selfeffacing, lavishing praise on all who had been involved in the rise of Pegasus, borrowing a word from one of the pupils, who had described the outcome as ‘‘fantasti cal’’. ‘‘We do indeed have a fantastical environment. ‘‘My thanks go out to all who played a part,’’ naming many of

Pegasus School children entertain at the opening of their new school. them, with pupils presenting certi ficates of appreciation. Mr Key described the opening of the school as ‘‘hugely important’’ for Christchurch as a whole, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to investment in edu cation renewal in greater Christ church. Both the Government and the people of Christchurch had taken ‘‘a leap of faith’’ in backing the new educational structure. ‘‘We are producing great kids who go on to do really well around the world.’’ Mrs Parata said the school was

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built once the school is at capacity with future growth projected. There is a strong eco focus, which encourages local pupils to walk or scooter to school. ‘‘Packaging free’ lunch boxes are encouraged, with any rubbish being taken home. Likewise, there is recycling throughout the school. Mr Hornblow says a central theme is that children must become Kaitiaki or guardians. ‘‘People say that we need to leave a better planet for our children we say we need to leave better and more informed children for our planet.’’

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Brittany Overend a top volunteer By Kit Carson Rangiora’s Brittany Overend has been named New Zealand Riding for the Disabled young volunteer for the year. She was presented with her award at a recent national training seminar in Hawera. Brittany has been with the North Canter bury Riding for the Disabled Group since its inception in 2010, when she visited with her mother. ‘‘She is one of a group of Rangiora High School pupils who on regular occasions help in various ways within the North Canterbury group,’’ chairman Des Moore says. ‘‘During the past two years, however, Brittany has become a role model within our group for other teenage volunteers, with her trustworthy and reliable nature, and her natural ability as a competent horse woman. ‘‘As a mature teenager, she endears herself to riders with a range of abilities, as well as side walkers, and leaders alike.’’ Mr Moore says Brittany is a very capable side walker who empathises with the rider and is always encouraging them within their training programme. ‘‘She interacts well with all age riders, and being a teenager she is able to easily cross the boundary with her peer age group of disabled riders.’’ Recently, on her own initiative, Brittany has designed a dressage programme for one of the more disabled riders, to give him the challenge he needs to take the next step in his individual programme. ‘‘Brittany always arrives early for her rostered training session. ‘‘She engages in the horse warm up process which enables the respective coach, to complete the appropriate tasks required of them.’’ The 16yearold is modest about her achievements, saying she has grown to love every minute of what she does. ‘‘I have to say I was a reluctant volunteer at first being hauled along by my stepmum, who is a coach. ‘‘It wasn’t long, though, before I was really

at the centre, the Year 12 student works parttime at ‘‘Maccas’’ to help pay for the upkeep of her own horse. All up there are around 40 volunteers who are rostered on. Three are required for each horse, two sidewalkers who are there to offer support to the rider, plus a horse leader. They arrive at each session an hour before riding begins, preparing the horses and being briefed by the coaches and setting up riding trails. Volunteers have to be 14yearsold at least and are required to undergo intensive training and orientation. ‘‘Accountability is all important,’’ Mr Moore says. ‘‘We are providing a therapy based pro gramme, which is also intended to build confidence and bring joy to the riders. ‘‘We are very fortunate to have these volunteers committed to what we are doing.’’

Brittany Overend with Matilda, one of six horses available for disabled riders in Rangiora. into it. ‘‘When you see young riders develop confidence and build new skills it really give you a buzz.

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Worst natural disaster in Waimak since earthquakes It is ironic that a week that saw some major progress on earthquake recovery should be dominated by the worst natural disaster the Waimakariri District has faced since the quakes. The progress began with the opening of the council’s new elderly person housing units, Ranui Mews, in Kaiapoi. Later that day, EQC handed back remediated land in Fuller Street to the ten owners there, and then on Saturday, the Kaiapoi Riverside Bowling Club opened its new green and pavilion in Hinemoa Park. Unfortunately, these positive events were overshadowed by the flooding event earlier in the week. more than 160mm of rain fell on land that was already saturated from previous storms and where the water table was perilously high. Parts of our district where there have been persistent problems such as Fernside and the OtakiWesley Streets area of Kaiapoi suffered yet again. Western Rangiora got hammered by runoff from the rural areas which flooded retention basins, local drains and streams, streets, and in some cases, houses. The high water table got charged yet more and Mandeville and nearby areas consequently experienced undercurrent breaking to the

surface as springs. At the time of writing, that undercurrent was still running. High levels of turbidity led to a precaution ary boilwater notice for the Oxford No 2 rural water supply. Everywhere, roads were covered in water as all areas from the coast to Cust struggled to cope. Fortunately most drivers were sensible and the police had to attend very few crashes and not too many cars had to be abandoned in the flood waters. The council is very concerned by the high level of saturation in the district and has set up a team to look at both quick fixes to lessen the likelihood of a recurrence, but also to recommend longerterm measures that will deal with the major issues. The issues vary, from undercurrent in the southern rural areas to lowered land because of earthquakes in NE Kaiapoi to overland rural flow into west Rangiora to what is almost a basin in SW Kaiapoi. It’s quite a long list. Between the earthquakes, last year’s biggest NW storm since 1975, a major snowstorm and the floods of last week, it has certainly been a tough three or four years in the Waimakariri.

By Senior Sergeant Malcolm Johnston, Rangiora. Last week police were called to an incident in Pegasus Town. It took forever to find the correct house. The lane and the street that the lane ran off were located easily, but this property and a couple nearby, were lacking a crucial piece of information. There was nothing at the address to identify the house number. It is not just new subdivisions that create delays like this for ambulance and police. Older houses as well, where numbers have fallen off the letter box, are real concerns for emergency services.

Dear Editor, It is high time that the Eastern Creek, from Osborne Street down stream, be totally cleaned out. The recent downfall of rain caused this creek to be so full that water was right on the verge of overflowing on to private land. This was the third time in just a few months over the autumnearly winter period, this has happened. Unless the Hurunui District Council cleans this section out, it is a disaster waiting to happen. The water needs to flow down to the sea as rapid as possible to avoid flooding. Flow is being slowed by much undergrowth which needs to be removed as soon as possible, preferably before we get another few days of downpour. Yours, Trevor and Lorraine Stanley, Amberley,

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Passchendaele fundraiser Rangiora RSA members will be attending the anniversary of the Battle at Passchendaele in 2017 and fundraising efforts have begun. The 1917 battle was known as the darkest day in World War One. A fundraiser is being held at the RSA on Sunday, June 22, with a 1960s theme. Tickets are $20 for the 2pm event. Academy of Music The North Canterbury Academy of Music Orchestra will give a free concert in the Chamber Gallery, Rangiora Library on Thursday 3rd July 2014 at 5.30pm Waimakariri Community Arts Council.

Gardening with Soul Annette Ford is the lucky winner of the two tickets to the Gardening with Soul movie being screened in Amberley on June 27. The screening is a fundraiser for the Amberley School and features 90yearold Sister Loyola Galvin, who won ‘‘Gardner of the Year’’ in 2008.

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Home sweet home for Margery view of who should be offering retirement housing and that wasn’t councils. ‘‘But we were always going to rebuild. We are getting Kaiapoi people into Kaiapoi housing.’’ Mr Ayers says the council explored several options for the site, including Silverstream ‘‘and running minibuses into town’’. He says the new site could not have been better, as it is close to the centre of town and located next to a bus stop. Mr Ayers praised the residents for their patience and their input in the planning stages. Kaiapoi Community Board chairwoman Robyn Wallace says the Ranui Mews is named after the Ranui Club in Kaiapoi, which had a strong connection older people in the town, but ‘‘ceased operating some time ago’’. Villas in the village are also named after people who have worked with elderly in Kaiapoi over a number of years. Mrs Wallace says the new villas are ‘‘a thousand times better than what we had before’’. ‘‘Out of the earthquakes we have an opportunity to provide something better for our elderly in terms of social housing.’’

Margery Tomkins is looking forward to returning ‘‘home’’. The 94yearold was ‘‘thrilled’’ to be attending the opening of the new Ranui Mews retirement village in Kaiapoi last Thursday, because it means she can now return to her home town. Mrs Tomkins has lived in Kaiapoi for 58 years, but was forced to leave her Sewell Street home after the September 2010 earthquake. She moved into a flat in Raven Quay, but after it was red zoned she was forced to move to Rangiora. Two weeks ago Mrs Tomkins received a phone call to advise there was a unit for her at Ranui Mews. ‘‘I was getting homesick for Kaiapoi. I’m so thrilled. It’s just like coming home.’’ Waimakariri Mayor David Ayers officially opened the new Ranui Mews units on a large section running from Williams Street to Hills Street on Thursday. The village replaces councilowned retirement housing which was placed in the residential red zone following the earthquakes. ‘‘It has been a long journey to get to today. We didn’t get any government money, not even from the Earthquake Commission. I think that was tied up with the government

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Plenty to do these school holidays Kidsfest is coming to Oxford again next month and there is plenty to keep the kids in town these school holidays. Art workshops, drawing with charcoal, jewel lery making, lego galore, maps and charts, a kids’ market, paintmaking with pigments and a scavenger hunt are all being organised in Oxford to keep the children busy. Throughout the fortnight children can check out the maps and charts on display at the Oxford Library between 9am and 5pm. Grab an ancient treasure map and work your way around the world contained within the library and you may even find some treasure. The cost is free and no booking is required. Budding artists will get the opportunity to explore different art techniques and materials under the guidance of experienced art tutor Zoe Wiseman. Zoe will run a series of four workshops on Tuesday July 8 to Friday July 11, between 9.30am and 12pm, for 710yearolds, and 1.30pm to 4pm, for 1113yearolds, at Arts in Oxford on Main Street.

The cost is $100, including all course materials and an art kit worth $30. Materials explored include acrylic paints, chalk pastels, charcoal, ink pen and coloured pencil. Contact (03) 3121639 or artsinoxfordgallery@xtra.co.nz. Oxford artist June Inch will teach basic drawing techniques using charcoal as a medium and children will learn how to use shading and blending to create 3D shapes at Arts in Oxford on Thursday July 17 from 1.30pm to 4pm. The cost is $10 and bookings can be made at Arts in Oxford. Children can learn to create necklaces, earings and bracelets on Monday July 14, from 10am to 12pm at the Oxford Scout Den, Show Gate Drive, at the Oxford Agricultural and Pastoral Showgrounds. The cost is $10 and bookings can be made at the Oxford Community Trust (03) 3123006 or julia@oxfordtrust.co.nz. The Oxford Community Trust is also organis ing ‘‘Lego Galore’’ on Wednesday July 16 at the Oxford Scout Den, with sessions beginning at 9.30am, 11.30am and 1.30pm. Make a police officer, race car, aeroplane or whatever you

want to make. The cost is $15. The Oxford Kids Market will be held on Sunday July 13 from 9am to 12pm, as part of the Oxford Farmers Market. ‘‘Sell it, swap it, trade it, buy it’’ and bring a table, snacks and warm clothes. The cost is $2 per child for a stall and bookings can be made with the Oxford Com munity Trust. Oxford artist Celia Wilson will offer a workshop showing children how to make local natural pigments (from rocks, clays and plants) made into paint on Tuesday July 15, from 1.30pm to 4pm, at Arts in Oxford. The cost is $10. You will be able to have a go at making your own paint and then using it to create an artwork. A scavenger hunt will be held at the Oxford Scout Den on Wednesday July 9, from 10am to 12pm. Navigate the twists and turns of Oxford, find clues, solve puzzles and collect materials. The cost is $2 per child and a caregiver is required. Bookings can be made with the Oxford Community Trust.

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Top of the South students, back row from left, Jeremy Kilgour, Alasdair Murdoch, Alex McMillan, Logan Frahm, Jesse Bowring. Front row, Alice King, Hannah Williams, Rhiannon Moore, Thomas Graydon. Photo: Oxford Area School.

Students make area schools teams Eleven students from Oxford Area School have been selected to represent the Top of the South Area School representative teams in their varying sporting codes. The teams were announced after two days of trialling. Their drills and skills were tested before selection games. The successful students and their sports are Rhiannon Moore, Tyler Entwistle, Jesse Bow ring (basketball), Alice King, Alasdair Murdoch, Alex McMillan, Jeremy Kilgour, Thomas Graydon (football), Ben Foster, Logan Frahm (rugby) and Hannah Williams (netball).

They will travel to Nelson in the July school holidays to compete in the National Area School competition, where they will play games against other selected teams from both the North and South Islands. The tournament will finish with a North versus South Island game where a national team will be selected for each sporting code. All involved have thanked Torlesse Travel for their generous donation, also Oxford Area School in aiding the students to attend. A school spokesperson says it is a great opportunity for the athletes who are wished all the best for the tournament.

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Oxford moves forward Oxford is ‘‘moving forward positively’’. Waimakariri Deputy Mayor Kevin Felstead says positive progress is being made on improving Oxford’s town centre. Work is well under way to strengthen the Oxford Town Hall, much to the relief of residents and local organisations alike, while new motels and a new supermarket are in the pipeline, Cr Felstead says. ‘‘We can see the new paint on the old hall and the framework down the back and on the side is coming along. It all appears to be on track to re open in December.’’ Strengthening work is also set to be carried out on the Oxford Service Centre and Library building, he says. Cr Felstead says the health and fitness centre has been ‘‘a real success story’’, with twice as many members as initially predicted by the North

Canterbury Sport and Recreation Trust. The council has also had a positive response to community engagement for Oxford’s draft town centre strategy. Hearings from the submissions are due to be held on June 25, before the Oxford Eyre Advisory Board and the council consider whether any changes need to be made. While just 16 submissions have been received, council senior policy analyst Heike Lulay says she has been pleased with the community’s engage ment. ‘‘We had a very strong turnout at the stakeholder meeting we held earlier in the year, with people giving some good responses and then we had our drop in session which was really positive. ‘‘And we know this community is really well engaged anyway from the feedback we had from Kaikoura High School young enterprise students (from left) Emily Mullaly, Hannah Timms, Matangi Stokes, Eli Clarke and Nevis Clark. Photo: Kaikoura High School. our community engagement survey.’’

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By David Hill Gayle Cameron knew her students had a good product. The Kaikoura High School deputy principal says she is extremely proud of her students after they won the Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) Dragon’s Den Competition Canterbury region award in Christchurch last week, with their kawakawa based balm. ‘‘I’m extremely proud. I’ve been waiting for over 20 years for this,’’ says Mrs Cameron, who has been involved with the YES initiative since her days as a teacher at Rangiora High School. ‘‘So to have a little school of 200 students taking out the top prize was incredible. I knew that they had a good product and they promoted it really well and the judges were so supportive and enthusiastic.’’

Mrs Cameron says the success was in part thanks to the mentoring of local business woman Symonde Laugesen. The product, known as Kaikoura Kawa Care, is a balm made from all natural ingredients, including manuka honey, beeswax and kawa kawa, Mrs Cameron says. It can be used to treat insect bites and as an insect repellent. While the students have produced the balm themselves, ‘‘they are getting lots and lots of orders’’, Mrs Cameron says. It can be purchased from a local tourist shop in Kaikoura. Under YES rules the students must close their business in September, however it may not be the end of Kaikoura Kawa Care. ‘‘They may want to start it up themselves as a real company, because it has real potential.’’ Mrs Cameron says.

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Toys galore at Hawarden Outside the RSA building in Hawarden, big rideon toy tractors are lined up waiting to be taken to a new home for a couple of weeks. Inside the building, a vast array of toys, castles,train sets, puppets, musical instruments, trikes, slides, talking books, books, games, puzzles, dvds and videos are stacked neatly, also waiting to be taken home and used. Mums and young children look at what is on offer and volunteers check out the toys being chosen. This scene is played out each Friday morning from 9.30 as the Hawarden Toy Library opens its doors to all. With yearly funding from the Lotteries Commission, the toys are always kept up to date, but the library needs more people to join. Toy library coordinator Jac Wright says they need more people to be members of the library to keep the funding up. ‘‘We have to show that we are running as a business to keep getting the funding. That means we need more permanent borrowers

along with our fund raising to show the service is being used.’’ There are 10 permanent borrowers on the books, but the toy library wants more. The toys, which are aimed at 0 to eight years, are also hired out to casual users who pay a flat $5 rate and then 50 cents to $2 per toy, depending on the size. A yearly subscriptions is $25 and again a 50c to $2 charge per item. Toys are bought on line through the Toy Library Federation, which treasurer Michelle Philp says is a pity as its freight costs are much higher. Previously they came from Christchurch and volunteers brought them back. The building is rented from the RSA and the ‘‘rent’’ involves making the cups of tea at the yearly ANZAC parade. Jac Wright says for the month of June the Toy Library has a rent one, get one free. For more information call Jac on 314 2202, Michelle 314 4444, or Clare Tweed 314 4110 or Lisa Barton 314 4654.

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Sheryll Bowen at Pukeko Junction Regional Wine Centre and Gallery.

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Passion for wine, art, clothing and jewellery comes together Sheryll Bowen is passionate about a number of things, wine, art, clothing and jewellery included. Recently she was able to bring those passions together, with the purchase of Pukeko Junction Regional Wine Centre and Gallery, realising a dream which reflects her entrepreneurial and adventurous spirit. Like most young Kiwis, Kaiapoi born and raised Sheryll, looked to Australia for adven ture, which led to marriage, children and the establishment of a thriving business with her husband, Thomas. Fast forward a few years, when a trip home to visit her parents led to the couple taking over the management of a 3,500 acre farm on the rugged Southland coast. This in turn led to the establishment of an bed and breakfast facility, catering for people wanting to tramp the Hump Ridge track, or visit historic Port Craig and its famous viaducts. Fast forward 10 years, and Sheryll decided salamimaking could be the business of the future, which in turn led to her buying the Tuatapere Butchery, Tuatapere laying claim to being the ‘‘Sausage Capital of the World’’. Not content with producing classy small goods, and offering a wide variety of delica tessen goodies, Sheryll expanded the operation to include an art gallery, a gift gallery and a naturopath! In the meantime, she and Thomas had built a ‘‘spec house’’ on a section next to her parents in Leithfield. Changing circumstances almost six years ago

prompted them to sell up in Tuatapere and move back to North Canterbury and the Leithfield house, a shift they don’t regret. With a background in bookkeeping, along with her other interests, Sheryll had no difficulty finding work, Harris Meats, Two Rivers Cafe and Gallery, The Woolshed at Tipapa and others. She was also able to indulge in her interest in wine, becoming administrator for Waipara Valley NZ. This ultimately led to Sheryll and Thomas being offered the opportunity to buy Pukeko Junction Regional Wine Centre and Gallery. ‘‘It’s a dream come true,’’ she says. ‘‘I come from a family of artists, clothing delights me, jewelry fascinates me and I’ve always loved wine.’’ Sheryll says she stocks around 99 percent of Waipara valley wines, ‘‘not Bell Hill, but I’m working on that’’. She sells by the case and by the bottle, and is happy to act as an unofficial information centres, advising visitors on which winery cellar doors are open for business. On the gallery side of the business, Sheryll has brought in some new clothing lines, books, the Rachel Scott Bread and Chocolate range and, of course, artists. She has redecorated and just this week had a fire installed, giving customers the opportunity browse in the warmth while enjoying a coffee from the cafe next door. Make a point of calling in to check out the changes while enjoying a chat with an owner who revels in her work.

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Solutions pondered for flooding issues By David Hill and Kit Carson Solutions are being sought to North Canter bury flooding issues. Waimakariri Mayor David Ayers says the council is putting together a small ‘‘flooding team’’ of engineers to look for short, medium and long term solutions to flooding issues in the district, following last week’s heavy rainfall. An initial report is due at the council’s next meeting on July 1. ‘‘The general picture is the water tables are extremely high and we are very concerned about what the remainder of the winter will bring. ‘‘At the moment water runs off the land itself. There is no absorption,’’ Mr Ayers says. ‘‘I’m not an engineer. But what I can say is that the issues in different parts of the district are quite different, especially for the worst hit areas, which means that measures to deal with longer term major flooding events will be different from area to area.’’ Last week’s weather event was a ‘‘two per cent chance of occurring in any one year’’, Mr Ayers says. It follows heavy rain in March and April which has left the ground saturated. ‘‘What we need to remember is the ground conditions are not typical so it makes it worse.’’ Mr Ayers says while the earthquakes have contributed to flooding issues in Kaiapoi, he is unsure if flooding in other parts of the district is earthquakerelated. He says longer term, the council will also need to consider the impact of rising sea levels on the district’s water tables. Last week’s rain saw flooding issues repeated at Dockey Creek in Fernside and Kaiapoi, while Rangiora, Sefton and Mandeville also experienced flooding. Many roads became impassible, especially in Sefton, Ohoka and Kaiapoi. Flooding around Otaki and Wesley Street in Kaiapoi is believed to have been worse than in the March and April rainfalls, while Braceb ridge Street and other areas north of the red zone were again flooded. Several cars had to be abandoned on Butchers Road in Silverstream, Kaiapoi, due to flooding.

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Flood team formed in wake of recent floods

Nostalgia at Rangiora movies Fancy an afternoon out at the movies? If yes is the answer find your way to Rangiora High School on Sunday next week. Rangiora Museum, in conjunction with the New Zealand Film Archive and Rangi ora High School Music Department, is presenting an afternoon of old movies, starting at 1.30pm, in the hall on East Belt. For the price of $10 an adult, $5 under 14 and $25 a family, viewers will be treated to a wide variety of films. Tickets are available through Enrapture Floral Design in the Gables Arcade and Rangiora Museum, which is open Wednes day and Sunday, 1.30 to 4pm. Silent films will be accompanied by music

from Rangiora High School students. The films, in both colour and black and white, cover events in and around Rangiora from the 1930s through to 2002. Highlights include: > Scenes from a 100 mile cycle race the the Glen Tui, Ashley and Waimakariri Gorges in 1939. > ‘‘The Attempts to Get to Lake Sumner’’, made between 1930 and 1932 by Amos James Smith. > An sound film of the Kaiapoi Pa centenary in 1931. > Colour film of the Rangiora Centennial 1950. > Rangiora High Schools students in the 2002 Smoke Free Stage Challenge.

be able to offer some relatively robust options to residents.’’ Before the record rainfall last week, the underground water table was at its highest level since 1978 and there are concerns about the effect of the recent rainfall and more heavy rain over winter. The council is forming a flood team whose sole focus will be on flood issues and will include external advisers experts supported by council engineers whose time will be dedicated to those issues. The council is also mounting a door knock campaign in the Mandeville area to inspect individual septic tanks connected to the council’s Mandeville wastewater scheme in the area and offer assistance. A number of private septic tanks in that area are flooded and as a result are overloading the Council’s sewer network, rendering it ineffective.

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How is My PHO performing?

Quarter three performance

How to read the graphs

2013/14 QUARTER THREE (JANUARY TO MARCH) RESULTS

Primary Health Organisation

10 Ora Toa PHO Limited

94%

11 West Coast PHO

93%

12 Compass Health – Capital and Coast

93%

13 Rotorua Area Primary Health Services Limited

93%

14 Cosine Primary Care Network Trust

93%

15 Procare Networks Limited

93%

16 Waitemata PHO Limited

93%

17 Midlands Health Network – Lakes

92%

18 Total Healthcare Charitable Trust

92%

19 Whanganui Regional PHO

92%

20 Rural Canterbury PHO

92%

21 Alliance Health Plus Trust

92%

22 Te Awakairangi Health Network

92%

23 Western Bay of Plenty PHO Ltd

91%

24 Te Tai Tokerau PHO Ltd

90%

25 Manaia Health PHO Limited

90%

26 Well Health Trust

90%

27 Auckland PHO Limited

90%

28 Midlands Health Network – Waikato

90%

29 Midlands Health Network – Tairawhiti

89%

30 Midlands Health Network – Taranaki

88%

31 Nelson Bays Primary Health

88%

32 Eastern Bay Primary Health Alliance

88%

33 National Hauora Coalition

87%

34 Hauraki PHO

85%

35 Ngati Porou Hauora Charitable Trust

83%

36 Nga Mataapuna Oranga Limited

69% 92%

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2 Christchurch PHO Limited

97%

3 Compass Health – Wairarapa

97%

4 Kimi Hauora Wairau (Marlborough PHO Trust)

95%

5 Pegasus Health (Charitable) Limited

95%

6 Health Hawke’s Bay Limited

95%

7 Southern Primary Health Organisation

95%

8 East Health Trust

94%

9 Primary and Community Services (Sth Cant)

94%

All PHOs

Quarter three performance

1 Manaia Health PHO Limited

94%

2 Compass Health – Wairarapa

92%

3 Primary and Community Services (Sth Cant)

90%

4 East Health Trust

85%

5 Whanganui Regional PHO 6 Western Bay of Plenty PHO Ltd

84% 82%

90%

c d c d c c d

7 Alliance Health Plus Trust

82%

8 Central Primary Health Organisation

81%

9 National Hauora Coalition

81%

10 Nelson Bays Primary Health

80%

11 Compass Health – Capital and Coast

80%

12 Eastern Bay Primary Health Alliance

78%

13 Midlands Health Network – Waikato

77%

14 Te Tai Tokerau PHO Ltd

74%

15 Health Hawke’s Bay Limited

74%

16 Midlands Health Network – Lakes

74%

17 Midlands Health Network – Taranaki

72%

18 Total Healthcare Charitable Trust

71%

19 Christchurch PHO Limited

70%

20 Midlands Health Network – Tairawhiti

69%

21 Procare Networks Limited

69%

22 Nga Mataapuna Oranga Limited

68%

23 Kimi Hauora Wairau (Marlborough PHO Trust)

66%

24 Te Awakairangi Health Network

65%

25 Pegasus Health (Charitable) Limited

65%

26 Ora Toa PHO Limited

64%

27 Southern Primary Health Organisation

63%

28 Rural Canterbury PHO

63%

29 Rotorua Area Primary Health Services Limited

63%

30 Ngati Porou Hauora Charitable Trust

62%

31 Hauraki PHO

61%

32 Auckland PHO Limited

61%

33 Waitemata PHO Limited

57%

34 West Coast PHO

55%

35 Cosine Primary Care Network Trust

52%

36 Well Health Trust

47%

– c d d c c c d c – c c c c c d c c c – c c c c c c d d –

72 %

All PHOs

GOAL

More Heart and Diabetes Checks

Using PHO Performance Programme (PPP) Data

Change from previous quarter

90%

c c – – c d – d d c c – c d – – d – d d – d c c – d d d d d d d – d d d

97%

Using PHO Performance Programme (PPP) Data

Change from previous quarter

Quarter three performance

PHO current performance

Better Help for Smokers to Quit

Using PHO Performance Programme (PPP) Data

1 Central Primary Health Organisation

–

00%

Ranking

Increased Immunisation

Progress

Quarter three performance

53%

c c – c c c c c c c c c c c c c c c c c c c c c c – c c c c c c c c c c

78%

Manaia Health PHO Limited

88%

Auckland PHO Limited

87%

East Health Trust

86%

Procare Networks Limited

86%

Whanganui Regional PHO

86%

Total Healthcare Charitable Trust

85%

Midlands Health Network – Lakes

85%

Compass Health – Wairarapa

85%

Alliance Health Plus Trust

84%

10 Ngati Porou Hauora Charitable Trust

84%

11 Central Primary Health Organisation

84%

12 Western Bay of Plenty PHO Ltd

83%

13 Rotorua Area Primary Health Services Limited

83%

14 Cosine Primary Care Network Trust

83%

15 Compass Health – Capital and Coast

82%

16 National Hauora Coalition

82%

17 Eastern Bay Primary Health Alliance

81%

18 Midlands Health Network – Taranaki

81%

19 Midlands Health Network – Tairawhiti

81%

20 Midlands Health Network – Waikato

81%

21 Te Tai Tokerau PHO Ltd

79%

22 Health Hawke’s Bay Limited

79%

23 Nga Mataapuna Oranga Limited

79%

24 Primary and Community Services (Sth Cant)

78%

25 Waitemata PHO Limited

77%

26 Ora Toa PHO Limited

75%

27 Nelson Bays Primary Health

73%

28 Hauraki PHO

73%

29 Rural Canterbury PHO

73%

30 Well Health Trust

72%

31 West Coast PHO

70%

32 Te Awakairangi Health Network

69%

33 Southern Primary Health Organisation

69%

34 Kimi Hauora Wairau (Marlborough PHO Trust)

69%

35 Christchurch PHO Limited

69%

36 Pegasus Health (Charitable) Limited All PHOs

90%

Increased immunisation

Better help for smokers to quit

More heart and diabetes checks

The national immunisation target is 90 percent of eight-month-olds will have their primary course of immunisation (six weeks, three months and five months immunisation events) on time by July 2014 and 95 percent by December 2014. This quarterly progress includes children who turned eight months between January and March 2014, are enrolled in a PHO and who were fully immunised at that stage. Consequently, the All PHOs percentage above (92%) will be different to the All DHBs percentage (91%).

The national target is that 90 percent of patients who smoke and are seen by a health practitioner in primary care are offered brief advice and support to quit smoking.

This target is 90 percent of the eligible population will have had their cardiovascular risk assessed in the last five years by July 2014.

Health Target results use information provided by the PHO Performance Programme (PPP) which is sourced from national collections and primary care organisations.

Change from previous quarter

the worst affected areas from both historical flooding and that which occurred as a result of the record rainfall last week. Residents from other affected areas will be invited to similar meetings in the coming weeks. ‘‘There is serious value to absorbing as many local views and as much local know ledge as possible,” says Mr Cleary. ‘‘This contributes strongly to the foun dation of research we need to make any mitigation measures effective and long term.’’ Mr Cleary says although there will be short term fixes possible in some cases, effective flood mitigation measures are likely to be a longer term process involving significant structural drainage programmes. ‘‘When we have completed analysis across the district – and there are a number of different areas, all of which have unique conditions which could have aggravated flooding so that’s going to take time – we will

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The first of a series of Waimakariri District Council meetings on Monday night for residents to raise their concerns about local flooding attracted about 45 people. Residents of Clearview Lane, Mandalea Drive and Cameo Drive in Ohoka listened to a short presentation by council utilities manager Gerard Cleary outlining what is known about the sources of historical and recent flooding in the area, and some of the options the council is considering to address the underlying causes. The floor was opened for discussion with council drainage engineers, community board members and Mayor David Ayers. A variety of views were put forward for discussion as to causes of flooding and some of the possible factors which had either exacerbated the problems or which could be put in place to ease them. The series of meetings is for residents from

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Young Totara Award winner Tayla Reece talks to Rangiora Rotarians.

Young success celebrated Rangiora Rotarians celebrated the success of two young North Canterbury women at their meeting last week. Kaiapoi’s Tayla Reece was presented with Rotary’s Young Totara Award by Waimakariri Deputy Mayor Kevin Felstead and Spirit of New Zealand sailor Jess Boxhall, of Rangiora, who was sponsored by Rotary spoke of her experience. The Young Totara Award recognises sig nificant contributions by youth to the life and wellbeing of their community, and is open to people under 20. Each year Rangiora Rotary sponsors a student on a Spirit of New Zealand adventure. Tayla was recognised for her efforts in promoting the Waimakariri District Youth Council and WAIYouth. She has served as the council chair and has been virtually fulltime in a voluntary capacity acting as youth coordinator since the paid

position became vacant, juggling these duties with fulltime studies in social work at university. Tayla says her ambition is to work in youth justice, but in the meantime is happy promoting the aspirations of Waimakariri’s young people. She says she sees the Young Totara Award as recognising the contribution young people make to the district. Year 12 student Jess, in a photographic presentation of her time on board the Spirit of New Zealand, made light of her bout of sea sickness. Instead, she concentrated on the positives of her adventure, the pleasure of sailing in the Hauraki Gulf, her time on Great Barrier Island and the developing of friendships over the 10day voyage. Both young women expressed their appreci ation of the recognition and assistance they had received from Rangiora’s Rotarians, who in turn thanked them for their contributions.

One of the gowns that will be paraded at the ‘Decades of Amuri Wedding Gowns’ event.

Stunning Amuri gowns paraded Stunning wedding gowns, worn by Amuri brides, will be paraded down the catwalk in Culverden on June 28 in an Amuri Area School Parent Teachers Association (PTA) fundraiser. Around 35 gowns will be on display at the ~Decades of Amuri Wedding Gowns’ event, with the earliest dating back to the 1930s, will be modelled by local gals, including senior Amuri Area School pupils.

The celebration of stunning Amuri wedding gowns from the decades will be the highlight of the evening in the school gymnasium, where nibbles and bubbles will greet guests. It will be compered by deputy principal Penny Mossman and there will be raffles, a cash bar and other fundraisers during the evening. Tickets are $30 and are available from the Amuri Area School office, the Culverden store and Waiau Hardware.

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Annual Waimakariri plan given the thumbs up resulting in average rate rise of 4.95%

Dr Ged Garbutt.

Waikari doctor bids farewell By Amanda Bowes The Waikari Health Centre will bid farewell to its resident doctor at the end of June as he heads back to England. Dr Ged Garbutt was contracted to work at Waikari until September, but personal reasons have resulted in his early departure. Dr Garbutt says he has enjoyed his time in Waikari, with happy and sad memories to take back home with him. ‘‘I have been involved with everyone from babies to palliative care the complete tapestry of life.’’ He says support from staff at the health centre and Waikari Hospital has been huge and made his steep learning curve easier. He says he has also enjoyed working with the elderly long term patients at the hospital along with post operative and medical patients. ‘‘In England we would call Waikari Hospital a cottage hospital, it has been great working with the

staff and patients.’’ Having dealt with some of his own temporary health issues during his time working in Waikari, Dr Garbutt says it is very important that the doctors look after their own health. ‘‘The Health Centre is a busy practice and Wendy Allan (practice manager) has done a good job working on reducing the pressures.’’ While Dr Garbutt might be winging his way home, his son George, who came over with him, has fallen in love with the area and is staying put. ‘‘As George doesn’t want to return to England, I have an excuse to come back at least for a holiday!’’ Waikari Health Centre won’t be bereft of cover Julia Racle will be working regularly and Richard McCubbin along with Howard Wilson will also be standing in as locums which will ensure continuity and familiar faces. Practice manager Wendy Allan says they are working hard to find a permanent doctor.

By Kit Carson After a threemonth consultation process, the Waimakariri District Council will start working to its 2014/15 annual plan on July 1. The council has adopted the plan after hearing and considering 97 submissions raising 223 points and making a number of changes. With budget decreases balancing increases, it has resulted in the total average rate rise remaining at 4.95 percent, 0.6 percent lower than signalled in the 201222 long term plan. Rates charged on an individual property differ from the total average rate rise, depending on individual circumstances what services are provided and whether there is a significant upgrade or change in the level of service. Across district averages rates for an individual household are $2,243, up $105 on the previous year. Total council debt is put at $74.5 million, which is 5.2 percent of total assets, when the policy is that total debt as a percentage of total assets will not exceed 15 percent. In an overview of the plan, Mayor David Ayers says 2014/15 will see many earth quake recovery projects finish, including completion of the Kaiapoi library com plex, completion of new pensioner units in Kaiapoi, the repair and renovation of both the Rangiora and Oxford Town Halls. ‘‘The replacement of the Cones Road bridge over the Ashley River, the realign ment of Red Lion corner in Rangiora and the Giles Road arterial link at west Kaiapoi will also be completed.’’ Added to these projects is the building of the North Canterbury Health Hub in Rangiora, which combined signal a sig

nificant investment in the district infra structure. Total capital expenditure for the year ended June 2015 is put at $123.4 million, including carryovers of unfinished pro jects from 2013/14. Of this, $24.2 million directly relates to earthquake repairs and replacements, with a further $25.1 million planned for 2015/2016. ‘‘The council debt is forecast to increase to $73.9 million as at June 30, 2015. This is below the $90 million forecast within the 20122022 long term plan and is mainly attributed to a number of capital works that have been delayed to 2015/2016.’’ Among expenditure approved for the coming financial year is $515,000 for the upgrade of the heating, filtration and circulation plant at the Oxford Aquatic Centre. The final Rangiora Town Hall upgrade plan includes space suitable for two cinema areas, each seating 35 people. ‘‘The budget includes $400,000 for the fit out of the two cinemas, funded by a loan over 10 years, which will give a total operational cost of about $80,000 a year.’’ The annual plan also confirms the joining of Oxford Urban and Rural No. 2 water supply schemes, pending public consultation. Council has revised it earthquake recov ery budget based on the latest projected timetable, taking into consideration the future of the red zones in Kaiapoi. It has supported the postponement of about $18 million of earthquake recovery expenditure to the 2014/16 financial year, pending the future of the red zones in Kaiapoi, The Pines and Kairaki. Mr Ayers says the future of the red zones is outside the council’s control.

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Aquatic centre biggest concern

Kaikoura students learn the attributes of running a business Students at Kaikoura Suburban School have been learning about running a business. The school’s ‘‘Albatross Class’’ recently sold fruit smoothies and juices at the Kaikoura Farmers Market as part of their learning theme on ‘‘Enterprise’’, which is one of the Future Focused learning areas of the New Zealand Curriculum, principal Michelle Spencer says. ‘‘The class had looked at many different attributes of a business and then came up with a big question. What roles affect and influence systems, relationships and values and of a great business? ‘‘They then wanted to create their own business and the idea of a smoothie business came from this. She says the class researched fruits in season, tastetested different combinations, created a catchy name and designed a logo, identified

where best to hold the stall and invited in speakers to support the process. They then outlined the different roles and systems to make it successful on the day. The day went well and the class grossed $334.60 minus costs = $233.60. All five classes have been learning about the same topic and creating their own learning, depending on what the children chose. The ‘‘Fantail class’’ (year 1) held a car washing day and sold pinecones, ‘‘Pukeko class’’ (years 12) created a business selling bird feeders, ‘‘Kea’’ class made and sold lemon and ginger syrup and lemon honey. The fourth class, ‘‘Shearwater class’’, created a movie outlining the ‘dos and don’ts of a successful business’, including the importance of customer service, product knowledge and stock levels.

Also on the list of top 10 concerns are the enhancement and beautification of Kaikoura township (with 39 responses), support and encouragement for local business (24), hos pital (18), sea and coastal protection (no drilling 16), parks and reserves (14), rubbish and recycling (14), new buildings (14), stormwater, sewerage and flooding (14), keeping rates down (12) and cycleways (10). Satisfaction with the mayor and council lors improved from 61% last year to 72% this year, however it was well down on the high of more than 80% in 2011 following the 2010 local body election. The survey also found that 55% of respondents agree that the council listens to their views, up from only 36% last year. In all, 236 responses were received, up from 226 last year and 200 in 2012. Of those, 56% of respondents were aged 60 or older and 25% in their 50s. Just three respondents were aged under 30, perhaps due in part to the survey form being sent out with the third rates instalment invoices.

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Kaikoura Suburban School student Thor Manawatu prepares the fruit for a smoothie and juices for the ‘‘Groovey Smoothie’’ stall at a recent Kaikoura Farmers Market.

Kaikoura’s aquatic centre is the number one concern for residents, according to the latest satisfaction survey. While it did not appear in the top 10 in last year’s residents’ satisfaction survey, the swimming pool / aquatic centre came out on top with 55 respondents wanting the council to consider it the priority. While the majority of those respondents requested a new aquatic facility be built, eight people suggested simply covering the existing pool and refurbishing the changing rooms. Roads once again feature highly on the list of concerns, in second place, with rural roads being a particular concern. This year there are several comments around the lack of roadside mowing particularly around the Kaikoura flats area and Hapuku rail crossing approaches. Footpaths feature in third place. Overall, resident satisfaction with footpaths dropped to 53 per cent, with onethird of respondents dissatisfied and 14% of respondents very dissatisfied with footpaths.

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Local MP honours the work of Community Champions She set up and ran Rangiora Badminton for Rangiora couple, Jayne and Michael Rattray, Lesley Ottey of Rangiora, the Kaiapoi Brass nine years, made brooches from earthquake Band and Lynda Goodrick of Belfast, are the broken china, supported surf lifeguards by latest to be recognised as Community Cham coaching and speaking at preschools in order to educate children about surf and safety at the pions by local MP, Clayton Cosgrove. The Community Champions Awards were beach, knitted beanies for charity, and even set up by Mr Cosgrove soon after he became a collects neighbours’ compost material.’’ Mr Cosgrove said the Kaiapoi Brass Band Member of Parliament in 1999 to recognise the hard work of volunteers in the Waimakariri had ‘‘proudly’’ represented Kaiapoi for the past electorate and people who go out of their way 129 years. ‘‘From just six members in the 1930s, the to help others. band has grown to 21 Jayne and Michael Rattray have, over the quality performers, past five years, raised with ages ranging ❛The Kaiapoi Brass Band had from as young as 10 over half a million dollars for the New years to 80 years. ‘‘proudly’’ represented ‘‘The band regu Zealand Cancer Kaiapoi for the past 129 Society, Canterbury/ larly plays at funerals, church services, Wai West Coast division, years.❜ tangi Day cele through the Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari. brations, community The Scooter Safari events, shop openings is a charity event involving 250 motorised and Christmas events, and therefore is always scooters riding 250km CoasttoCoast over the an important part of the Kaiapoi community Southern Alps from Christchurch to Hokitika. and events.’’ It is now biannual with the most recent event The band of dedicated performers plays at held in May 2014 raising more than $200,000. many community events, is an integral part of Since 2009, over four events, the Scooter Safari the community and is always looking for new has raised more than $575,000 for the Cancer members, he said. For more than a decade Lynda Goodrick and Society. ‘‘Jayne is quick to recognise the riders and the Belfast Community Network had provided their families for their efforts in fundraising, and support to the Belfast community, Mr Cosgrove she is right. However, good leadership is vital to said. ‘‘The organisation began in 2001, at which getting an event like this off the ground, let alone embedded as a regular and substantial time Lynda was in sole charge and her role was part time. Now, through over a decade of hard fundraising event. ‘‘I enjoyed helping to serve afternoon tea to work, Lynda has the support of 11 staff who all this year’s participants, and am looking forward help contribute to the Belfast community. ‘‘The Belfast Community Network runs to the next ride which will be held in May 2016,’’ holiday programmes for up to 40 children, co Mr Cosgrove said. Rangiora’s Lesley Ottey is well known ordinates six weeks of programmes at the around Waimakariri for her work at Kaiapoi Belfast pool, provides sports activities for 1000 children at three local primary schools each Community Gardens. Although she has passed the torch on to week, holds community events, youth pro others she continues to support community grammes, breakfast on Christmas morning, community meals, and shares their facility. gardens in the region.

The sign says it all. Work is finally under way on the demolition of the iconic Rangiora Farmers building.

Work begins on Farmers Work is under way on the demolition of Farmers in Rangiora. The initial demolition work is not visible, starting with the ‘soft strip’ of the store, including retrieving native timbers from the main roof structure to be recycled, before excavators move in in midJuly to remove the walls and foundations.

When the excavators move in next month the High Street wall will be the last remaining part of the building to be removed. Work is expected to be completed by the end of August. The department store has been closed since March 2012, after suffering extensive damage in the Canterbury quakes.

Children’s art exhibition Children’s art will feature at Arts in Oxford next month. The gallery is hosting its first ‘‘Children’s Art’’ exhibition which is open to year 113 students from Oxford Area School and View Hill School from July 4 to July 23. Gallery manager Rachel McRobb says around 40 pieces of artwork will be on display from children as young as fiveyears old will be on display, along with last year’s

year 1113 NCEA art portfolios from Oxford Area School. The exhibition’s opening will be held on Thursday, July 3, from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets are $10 for adults and a gold coin for children and can be purchased from the gallery or the Oxford Area School. The school’s Parent Teacher Association is providing drinks and nibbles as a fundra iser.

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The St James Premium Accommodation in Hanmer Springs is one of several businesses in the village to win coveted international awards

Glowing praise for operators Hanmer Springs’ hotels and motels have been attracting international attention and awards on some high profile travel websites. The St James Premium Accommodation Hanmer Springs has been voted fifth best in Asia and Oceania by bookin g.com, based on verified guest reviews. The Chalets Motel has been named second equal for service in the South Pacific and New Zealand in the Dairy Creams Tripadvisor Awards and Settlers Motel has won both a 2014 Travellers’ Choice Award and a 2014 Certificate of Excellence from Tripadvisor. Settlers Motel owner, Alan Butts says he and partner Sally McDonald are rapt, especially since their awards are based on reviews from guests. ‘‘We’re very accountable to

our guests. ‘‘This ‘‘We do try award shows our staff are and go above and beyond doing that for everyone well.’’ but we can’t Mr control what Baigent, who they say after is also chair they leave so of the Han it’s nice to see mer Springs’ them making Business Association, those positive comments says many unprompted.’’ village busi Paul nesses have Baigent, who received Tri owns The St padvisor James with Certificates wife Rae, says of Excellence they are Rae and Paul Baigent, the owners of The St James Premium this year showing delighted to Accommodation Hanmer Springs. receive such they’re high praise from guests. experience. Accommodation is a exceeding customer expect ‘‘It’s a real credit to our staff people thing ... it’s about making ations. He says that’s crucial in this who work very hard to give our guests feel good, well looked guests the best possible Hanmer after and special. digital age.

‘‘One of the keys to attracting business is getting personal referrals. ‘‘Nowadays, with reviewbased websites like Tripadvisor, the network that hears and sees those referrals is bigger than ever so it’s important we exceed guests’ expectations every time.’’ Alan Butts agrees. ‘‘It’s about connecting with guests from checkin to depar ture. We make a point of remem bering names, where guests have come from and where they are going to so we can make them feel welcome and at home.’’ Mr Baigent says the awards are also recognition of Hanmer Springs’ growing reputation as a luxury destination. ‘‘Visitors come to relax, unwind and recharge. As locals know, it feels good to be here it’s nice to know our guests feel that too.’’

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More accolades in pipeline at NC Business Awards Entries are now being taken for the 2014 North Canterbury Business Awards. Run by Enterprise North Canterbury, the annual awards recognise excellence in business across a range of sectors in the region. Enterprise North Canterbury Business Development Manager Miles Dalton says the awards are an awesome opportunity. ‘‘It’s the biggest, most cost effective promotional opportunity in North Canterbury,’’ he says. ‘‘Past winners have told us that winning the awards directly led to new contracts, more customers and increased business. ‘‘In fact even putting the entry together is useful for businesses it makes you sit back, examine your business from an outsider’s perspective and see your strengths and opportunities like never before. It’s great for staff morale.’’ Categories are Tourism/Hospitality, Retail/Service, New Emerging, Agribusiness, Professional Service, Manufac turing and Innovation/Technology. Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa is sponsoring the Tourism/Retail award. General Manager Graeme Abbot expects there’ll be a lot of entries. ‘‘Hurunui/North Canterbury hospitality is second to none. There are a lot of amazing businesses in this sector. ‘‘My hope is that they come forward to celebrate their success. Our humble nature can sometimes make that hard,’’ he says. ‘‘But now is the time to put your hand up and tell the world how great you are,’’ Mr Abbot says.

Shane Adcock - the new marketing manager for Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa and Hurunui Tourism.

A new face to promote tourism and thermal pools and spa in Hurunui Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa and Hurunui Tourism have welcomed a new marketing manager Shane Adcock. Part of Shane’s role will be to oversee the marketing of the entire district. He has 13 years experience in marketing, working most recently for the Christchurch City Council where he helped lead the awardwinning ‘Share an Idea’ campaign. He also has experience in marketing the tourism sector with roles at both Christchurch Casino and Crowne Plaza in Christchurch. Shane is passionate about the district and is looking forward to ensuring more people discover its secrets.

‘‘The Hurunui has so much to offer. ‘‘The amazing getaway that is Hanmer Springs, the incredible eateries and wineries in Waipara, the seclusion and charm of Mount Lyford, the walks around Waikari through to the gardens in Hawar den. ‘‘I’m looking forward to sharing those stories and helping boost visitor numbers across the whole district,’’ says Shane. He and his family are also passionate about embracing the Hanmer Springs lifestyle. ‘‘I’m looking forward to hitting the mountain bike trails and my eight year old daughter’s talking about taking up horse riding. ‘‘We’ll see how we go on that front,’’ he says.

Boards renewed Seven new information boards are about to be installed across the Hurunui district. These will replace those already in situ. The new boards (pictured above) have fresh images showcasing all the Hurunui has to offer visitors and information to point people to key attractions.

Give your insights We’re on the hunt for the Hurunui district’s bestkept secrets. Hurunui Tourism is keen to know what local gems you want visitors to know about. Work on the new Official Visitor Guide is about to begin so please send us any ideas you have on things you think we should be promoting. Email your thoughts to Vanessa@visithurunui.co.nz.

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Students practice for a Kaiapoi schools music festival next week.

Kaiapoi school choirs come together in song Kaiapoi students are gearing up for a big music festival next week. Around 140 children from five primary schools, Kaiapoi Borough, Kaiapoi North, St Patrick’s Catholic, Woodend and Belfast, have been practicing for a music festival to be held at Kaiapoi Borough School on Monday and Tuesday evenings, June 2324 from 7pm. Kaiapoi Borough School music teacher Lucy Hodgson says the choirs from each school will sing two songs and the children will come together to sing seven or eight songs as ‘‘one mass choir’’. ‘‘It’s a big coming together. We haven’t had for

the last three years, so it’s taken quite a lot of time and effort getting all the students together. It’s been a big undertaking.’’ This year’s theme is ‘‘Moving On’’, Lucy says. ‘‘We are moving on from the earthquakes and rebuilding, that sort of thing, so we wanted to acknowledge that in our music festival. ‘‘I think all the schools around here are feeling positive and this is a chance to celebrate. It will be good for the whole community as well as the schools.’’ Tickets, $5 for adults and $2 for children, can be purchased from Kaiapoi Borough School.

Innovation is Kaikoura’s future Technology and innovation is Kaikoura’s future. Kaikoura Mayor Winston Gray says utilising the internet, marketing and the latest technology is the ‘‘way forward’’ for Kaikoura, after attending a TalentNZ launch in Wellington and an Enterprise North Canterbury breakfast meeting in Rangiora on Friday, discussing innovation and technology.

‘‘TalentNZ is a way forward for small communi ties like us. It’s going to be difficult to attract big industry unless there’s a product here, because they want to be closer to the labour pool.’’ Mr Gray says ensuring access to high speed and quality internet connections allows so people to run a business away from larger populations.

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The hopes the New Zealand Young Rider team had of retaining its Oceania competition title (previously known as the Trans Tasman) were dashed in Melbourne at the final horse inspec tion. While Jessica Woods and Defies Logic passed, both Kaipara Dior (Bonnie Farrant) and Brogan (Maddy Crowe) were put in the hold box. On representing, only Brogan was approved to continue to the show jumping. That meant only two New Zealand combinations were through to the showjumping, as Sarah Young was eliminated for a fall on cross country. This was not enough to furnish a team score. The show jumping in the twostar event proved to be a tough competition with only 10 clear jumping rounds out of the 34 who started this phase. Both Maddy and Jessica had 8 faults each. The three leaders all jumped clear, as did all the members of the Australian Young Rider team. Gabrielle Pither on Max Almighty, deserved every bit of her win as the combination put in a beautiful round and finished on her dressage score. The best placed New Zealand rider was Jessica Woods in 12th, while Canterbury rider Maddy Crowe finished in 21st place. The Australian Young Rider team was impressive. Only Jaimie Stichel did not finish on her dressage score, but could be forgiven as she only had 0.8 of a cross country timefault, and ended up in 10th place. Teegan Ashby was third in the class on her lovely horse Rockingham No Reason. While it was a disappointing result for New Zealand’s young riders, the experience gained will be invaluable. Final Results in the twostar class, Melbourne International Horse Trials: Gabrielle Pither & Max Almighty 46.1 (1st), William Enzinger & Wenlock Aquifer 46.89 (2nd), Teegan Ashby & Rockingham No Reason 47.04 (3rd), Jessica Woods & Defies Logic 61.33 (12th), Maddy Crowe & Brogan 70.04 (21st).

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Teenagers will be tested on their farming skills next month.

Teenagers getting set to test their farming skills Teenage farmers will seek to prove they have what it takes to be 2014 TeenAg champions next month. The top three teams of two from each of the seven regional finals from throughout New Zealand will battle it out on Friday July 4 from 8am at Lincoln University grounds, on the corner of Farm and Weedons Roads, with a gold coin donation entry. The event will run alongside the 2014 ANZ New Zealand Young Farmer Contest grand final being held at Lincoln University and in Christchurch during July 35. North Canterbury will be repre sented by two teams from St Andrews College, Christchurch, including Rotherham’s Jack Ander son. ‘‘These students have been prepar ing for months,’’ says New Zealand Young Farmers AgriKidsNZ and TeenAg project leader Josie Hamp ton. ‘‘They pour everything they’ve got into this competition and it’s quite an honour for them to represent their schools at grand final.’’ The top seven TeenAg teams will progress to the raceoff challenges, where contestants are given a series of tasks to complete in a dash to the finish line. The competition tests practical

Jack Anderson. farming skills and knowledge, but the main goal of these programmes is to help young people explore the fun and rewarding side of agriculture at an early age, Ms Hampton says. ‘‘It’s important for our young Kiwis to see that farming is not all brawn. Plenty of knowledge and many different skill sets are required in the primary industries.’’ It will be a full on day for competitors and spectators with the Young Farmer Contest practical day events also taking place, the AgriKid sNZ competition, plus NZYF national finals for fencing, clay target shooting and stock judging, and the preliminary round of the World Young Shepherds Challenge.

By Amanda Bowes North Canterbury rural employers are set to benefit from the extension of an employment programme. The Canterbury Skills and Employ ment Hub, which was set up in Novem ber 2012, in the wake of the Canterbury earthquakes has experienced a continual increase in demand for its services and has been extended for another year. Skills broker Alice Smith says the Hub was originally set up for the Canterbury rebuild in a Government initiative, but demand from the rural sector and healthcare services have had a surprising impact on the size of the programme. Designed to liaise between employers and prospective employees, the Hub is a joint venture between the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority, Ministry of Social Develop ment and the Tertiary Education Com mission. As well as matching up workers with employers, the Hub was designed to establish the need for migrant workers and begin the process of those applying for jobs from overseas before they got to the Visa stage. In May/June last year, the Hub saw a marked increase from the agricultural sector, coinciding with the changeover on dairy farms, particularly in North and Mid Canterbury. Other types of work in the rural sector also increased signif icantly. Along with farmers wanting to recruit new employees, the healthcare sector also increased the work load of the Hub. Ms Smith says they were surprised at the increase of employers in the rural sector using their services and the number of skills brokers has been

Matching jobs with people... from back row, L to R, skills brokers Lee McArthur, Amanda Wallis, Lyn Hughes, Alice Smith, and April Hussey, with Missey Roberts (admin support). increased from four to seven. ‘‘As there is still a need for our services which keeps on growing, the programme has been extended for a year,’’ she says. Over the past 20 months in operation, the Canterbury Employment Skills Hub has had more than 2300 employers registering with 7700 job seekers regis tered from New Zealand and through out the world. On average, the Hub deals with about 600 jobs a month and the brokers come from a variety of backgrounds from immigration to social development. Ms Smith says because of the growth, they are becoming more proactive and regularly speak to groups like the New Zealand Dairy Women’s Network,

employment groups and tertiary institu tions to make them aware of what the service has to offer. The Hub focuses on job seekers in Canterbury and then the rest of New Zealand. Where there is a shortage of Kiwi workers, the Hub can help employers source international labour and streamline the immigration process. The service is free and the brokers work with both employers and employees to find the best match and work out solutions for future workforce needs. While the majority of jobs are in construction, health care and the rural sector are not far behind. Ms Smith says the Hub is under constant review and will be assessed again in November.

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Ban on blunt force welcomed Federated Farmers is welcoming the ban on manual blunt force trauma as a routine method for euthanising calves, but is welcoming its retention for emergency euthanasia. Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy con firmed earlier this month use of blunt force to euthanise calves will now be ruled out, except in unforeseen emergency cases. Federated Farmers was one of the many submitters who supported the change to the code of welfare for dairy cattle, says animal welfare spokesman Willy Leferink. ‘‘Euthanising any animal requires great skill to achieve rapid death. This is a skill not everyone is up for due to obvious reasons and we are grateful the code revision agrees. Any of the recom mended methods require genuine skill. ‘‘It is why we look forward to working with the Ministry, DairyNZ and veterinarians to ensure that the right training is available to farmers. ‘‘No matter what method is used, we believe death must be swift and confirmed before the animal is left.’’ In February this year Mr Guy asked the National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (NAWAC) for advice on euthanising calves on farms by manual blunt force. ‘‘NAWAC received 357 submissions during consultation and a large proportion supported the proposed changes to the code. NAWAC concluded that on balance manual blunt force trauma as a routine method for killing calves is not acceptable, and should be only reserved for

Blunt force can no longer be used to euthanise calves, except in an emergency. unforeseen emergencies,’’ says Mr Guy. The code of welfare for dairy cattle will be now reissued with amendments covering the humane destruction of calves on farms, and came into effect June 13, ahead of this year’s calving season. ‘‘The Ministry for Primary Industries is working with the dairy industry to ensure that training is available for farmers in alternative methods such as the use of a captive bolt. All operators must be suitably trained and competent,’’ Mr Guy says. ‘‘New Zealand has a world leading animal welfare reputation to live up to. It matters to New Zealanders, and to international consumers of our animal products.’’

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DairyNZ and Lincoln to help ‘winter for success’ Lincoln University Dairy Farm (LUDF) will review the recently completed season while seeking to improve its environmental footprint, at a series of winter focus days over the next few weeks. The farm has teamed up with DairyNZ to host a series of five ‘‘wintering for success’’ field days, including two in North Canterbury. From next season the farm planned to lower its nitrogen loss level, South Island Dairying Develop ment Centre executive director Ron Pellow announced at the farm’s autumn focus day on May 8. ‘‘The proposed Environment Canterbury land and water regional plan variation one will require LUDF to operate at or below a specific nitrogen loss to water target from 2017 and potentially at a lower nitrogen loss level from 2022 onwards. ‘‘As a demonstration farm LUDF has deter mined it will seek to operate from now on, at lower nitrogen loss than previously, to document how the farm can respond to these requirements, and the implications, costs and opportunities that may arise from this.’’ Mr Pellow said LUDF was considering the effect of its operation as whole on the catchment, including the nitrogen losses produced by cows while wintering away from the milking platform. He hoped other farmers operating as milking platforms only, would benefit from LUDF’s example. ‘‘Understanding the implications of reducing nitrogen losses on land that supports wintering, replacements and supplement supplies is essential. ‘‘Overlooking these changes increases the risk of reduced supply and / or higher cost for support land requirements.’’ Mr Pellow said LUDF identified two possible strategies for reducing nitrogen losses across the catchment. The first option required investing in infrastructure onfarm to reduce the grazing or standing time on paddocks. However, farm management chose the second option of reducing the number of animals required, which would in turn reduce the demand for feed. LUDF would seek higher production per cow to generate sufficient income and profit. The ‘‘nilinfrastructure, low input model’’ was based on the Pastoral 21 research conducted at the Lincoln University Research Dairy Farm (LURDF). Three years of data from a farmlet study showed milk production levels of more than 500kgMS/cow could be achieved with 3.5 cows/ha, 160kg of nitrogen fertiliser and supplements of less than 300kg of dry matter per cow. Profitability was calculated as comparable to LUDF, but nitrogen losses were estimated to be 12

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The Lincoln University Dairy Farm and DairyNZ are combining forces to help farmers ‘winter for success’. per cent lower than on the milking platform. Figures provided at LUDF’s autumn focus day showed the Pastoral 21 research had two farmlets with 29 or 34 cows, stocked at 3.5 or 5 cows per hectare. ‘‘LUDF will largely replicate the same system in 2014/2015 by upscaling this to the 160ha LUDF milking platform,’’ Mr Pellow said. He said the nitrogen losses to water for the 2014/2015 season would be entirely dependent on the feasibility of the system. ‘‘The losses portrayed are based on LUDF using 150kg of nitrogen per hectare, 300kg of supplement per cow, a stocking rate of 3.5 cows/ha and production of 500kgMS/cow. The farm’s stocking rate would be reduced from 630 cows to 560 cows, with the aim of producing 500kg of milk solids per cow. It was calculated the cows would need to consume around 200,000MJME (megajoules of metabolisable energy) per hectare, or 16,400kgDM at 12 MJME/kgDM. ‘‘This is less feed than required for 630 cows producing 450kg MS/cow,’’ Mr Pellow said. The North Canterbury field days are as follows, with a barbecue lunch provided on arrival: Culverden June 27, 123pm, Balnadreich Farm, 758 Long Plantation Road. Oxford July 2, 123pm, Cameron Henderson’s property, 456 Burnt Hill Road.

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Sheep farming’s future Farmers will be looking to the future at a science seminar at Lincoln next month. Improving sheep profitability, technology and managing water quality are the focus at Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s annual science seminar at Lincoln University on Thursday July 3. With a theme of ‘‘Farming 20/20 in 2020’’, Beef + Lamb NZ hopes to prepare farmers for the future. ‘‘Part of future proofing our industry will be the uptake of information inside the farm gate and beyond,’’ says northern South Island Farmer Council chairman James Parsons. ‘‘We will show how the New Zealand farming sector and science can do this together, creating a better future for us all.’’ Speakers and topics include Lincoln Univers ity lecturer Dr Andrew Greer speaking on ‘‘targeted selective treatment a happy sheep is a productive sheep’’, while agricultural consult ant Wayne Allan will consider whether ‘‘profit able sheep’’ can become more profitable than cows and Lincoln University’s Jim Gibbs will discuss ‘‘winterfeeding a game changer’’. Technology will be considered with Southland innovator Neil Gardyne and his son 13yearold Mark discussing drones ‘‘GEOspatial inno vation the next exciting leap’’ and ‘‘farm monitoring and surveillance tools’’, while Lin coln scientist Armin Werner will consider

Canterbury academics have played their part in developing a new scheme to rank invading species according to their environmental impact. The scheme, described in the journal PLOS Biology and coauthored by Lincoln University plant biosecurity Professor Philip Hulme, proposes a standardised approach for ranking alien species relative to their negative environmental impact. This means globally recognised ‘black lists’ of unwanted species can now be produced. By emphasising the impact of an alien species on the environment as a whole, rather than purely economic considerations, the approach could assist governments and conservationists in prioritising their efforts and programmes for preventing, controlling or eradicating those species. The ‘black list’ scheme has been devised as a standardised system suitable for worldwide use, and is similar to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) ‘red list’, used to categorise species under threat from extinction. In New Zealand, controlling plant or animal species which have been moved outside their native habitat by humans (either deliberately or accident ally) is considered essential for the survival of the country’s unique native plants and animals. Invasive weeds can threaten native plants and landscapes, while introduced predators like pos sums, rats and stoats threaten many native bird species with extinction. The scheme classifies invading species according to the magnitude of their impact on the environment: from minimal, where little or no effect is seen, to massive, where significant changes in native plants or animals occur, or an ecosystem is fundamentally altered. This means comparisons can be made on the relative impacts of invasive plants, insects, birds and mammals. The team have described scenarios where

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‘‘In South East Asia, sheep milk accounts for 3.9% of milk production, in China it is 4.2% while in North Africa and the Middle East, it is 7.5%. ‘‘Sheep play a significantly bigger role than dairy goats in these markets and I suspect that will surprise some people. Mr Powdrell says sheep milk contains higher milksolids in comparison to cow’s milk, making it more popular for cheese, but it also commands a premium with consumers as it is more easily digested. ‘‘Earlier this year greater commercial interest in sheep milk saw the International Standards Organisation with the IDF extend ISO to the measurement of protein in sheep milk as well as goats. ‘‘Clearly, there is growing interest in an animal that thrives in New Zealand. ‘‘Given environmental factors dairy sheep could play an important role in the industry’s future and Federated Farmers is very keen to explore this in depth with our members. ‘‘With Landcorp now actively considering dairy sheep, this evolution could make sheep a triuse animal for dairy, meat and fibre. This would greatly aid the rejuvenation of our industry and potentially put New Zealand back on the sheep’s back,’’ Mr Powdrell says.

species cause increasing levels of damage to the environment through mechanisms like competing for food, transmitting disease, preying on other species, causing poisoning, toxicity, or altering an ecosystem’s structure or function. ‘‘In contrast to economic impacts, ranking species in relation to their environmental impacts has been a major challenge. This approach uses clear guidance to combine the wide range of impacts on populations and ecosystems into a single metric,’’ Professor Hulme says.

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With Landcorp eyeing the potential of dairy sheep, the United States could be to our sheep industry what China is to dairy cattle, opening a bold new chapter for New Zealand’s most numerous farmed animal. ‘‘New Zealand has a small but thriving dairy sheep industry,’’ Rick Powdrell, Federated Far mers meat and fibre vicechairman. ‘‘News that Landcorp is now eyeing dairy sheep is exciting when you put it together with the sheep genome being mapped and a Trans Pacific Partnership edging ever closer. ‘‘We need to be clear that nothing less than the full elimination of agricultural tariffs in the TPP is acceptable to our members. I say that not only with my meat and fibre hat on but because the United States imported about half of the world’s sheep cheese last year.’’ Mr Powdrell says it is not just about cracking the United States market, because the Interna tional Dairy Federation (IDF) states dairy sheep Back to the future... Sheep farming in 2020 is play an important role in the Mediterranean and the focus of Beef + Lamb NZ’s annual Lincoln Middle Eastern countries. ‘‘The United Nations Food and Agriculture science seminar. Organisation puts the global share of sheep milk ‘‘technology seeing the future’’ and fellow at 1.4 percent but in terms of who we are actively scientist Jemma Mackenzie will discuss ‘‘work trading with, or seeking to develop trade ing smarter, not harder’’. relationships with, the potential is huge. Environmental issues and the land and water regional plan will also be discussed to ensure farmers are up to speed with their requirements.

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From The Sidelines All junior rugby from Under 14.5 down had to be postponed on Saturday because so many fields in the area were unplayable following the exceptionally heavy rain earlier in the week. Games had to be transferred away from Loburn and Kaiapoi two grounds which traditionally cope well in wetter weather. It was a real eyeopener that one of these matches was able to be transferred to South brook Park which in the past has had a reputation for being something of a boghole when the wet weather hits. On Saturday, though, two matches, including the Division 1 match were able to be played on the No 3 field which stood up remarkably well. This is a real tribute to the club, and in particular to their groundsman, Alf Baynon, and to the Waimakariri District Council who embarked on a drainage programme prior to the start of the season. The work done then has clearly been successful. The North Canterbury Sub Union has announced it has been able to arrange a fixture for the senior representative team against Queensland Country on Thursday June 26.

The venue has yet to be confirmed but will probably be at Mandeville. This should prove an invaluable hitout for the team before the defence of the South bridge Shield against Ellesmere on July 12 at Culverden. The North Canterbury senior coach, Shane Fletcher, has recently added another important achievement to his rugby CV with his appointment as the manager of the Canterbury ITM Cup team for this season’s campaign. Fletcher, the principal at South brook School, also does his bit for junior rugby, as he is coaching the Saracens Under 14.5 team. It was interesting to note that one of the newcomers to the Canterbury ITM Cup Squad recently announced was Sakenasa Aca who played last season for Glenmark and was part of the North Canterbury team that lifted the Southbridge Shield from Ellesmere. A former Fijian 7s representative, this season Aca has been playing his club rugby for Christchurch. The only country club player named in the wider training group is Waihora’s Mark Maitland.

North Canty rugby results North Canterbury Rugby Sub Union june 14 results: Luisetti seeds Division 1 semi finals: Rakaia 13 Lincoln 19, Waihora 13 Methven 5. Luisetti Seeds Division 1 playoffs: Burn/Duns/Irwell 21 Darfield 8, Southbridge 51 Glenmark 10. Luisetti Seeds Division 1 plate: Celtic 27 Ashley 20, Saracens 12 Prebbleton 7. Luisetti Seeds Division 1 bowl: Hampstead 20 West Melton 17, Ohoka 14 Kaiapoi 21, Southern 41 Oxford 24. Mike Greer Homes North Canterbury Division 2 championship: Ashley 0 Saracens 39, Hurunui 20 Amberley 10. Pickering Challenge Shield: Woodend 51 Kaiapoi 5. Mike Greer Homes North Canterbury Division 2 reserve: Ohoka 17 GlenmarkCheviot 18, Woodend Saracens win by default, Oxford bye. MetroColts: New Brighton 25 Ohoka 20, Glenmark 15 Lincoln University 12. Women’s Cup:

Burnside/Kaiapoi 0 Sydenham 32. Crusaders Secondary Schools The Press Cup: Rangiora HS 3 Marlborough BC 43. Ellesmere/Mid Canterbury/ North Canterbury Combined under 18 final: Hurunui 14 Springston/Southbridge 6. Ellesmere/North Canterbury/Mid Canterbury combined under 18: Malvern Combined 44 Rangiora HS 10, Tinwald/Celtic win by default, Oxford/Woodend Kaiapoi, Methven/Rakaia bye. Ellesmere/North Canterbury/ Mid Canterbury combined under 16: Woodend/Ohoka 7 Ashley 6, Celtic win by default Oxford, Malvern Combined 43 Waihora 24, Kaiapoi 38 West Melton 23, Prebbleton 38 Harlequins 21, Lincoln 55 Rolleston 0.

Coaching the next level Brigitte Mahan, the Waimakariri District Coun cil’s Aquatic facilities head coach, will take the international stage when she manages a New Zealand swim team at the Youth Olympics in Nanjin, China, in August. It is the second time she has been in charge of a team competing internationally, having been manager of the Youth Commonwealth Games team in 2011 at the Isle of Man. Over 3800 athletes from around the world will compete in 216 events at the Youth Olympics which open on August 16 and close 12 days later on August 28. Council’s Aquatic facilities manager, Simon Hart, says her selection is a fitting tribute to Brigitte’s coaching strength. ‘‘We are enormously lucky in this district to have the coaching services of someone of Brigitte’s calibre. This appointment bears testi mony to the quality Brigitte brings to coaching, whether it is here at the local level or internationally,’’ he says. Swimming New Zealand high performance development coach Donna Bouzaid, says Brigit te’s selection reflects her ability to manage and coach a team successfully at top level. In preparation for the Youth Olympics,

Brigitte Mahan gives some tips to one of her swimmers. Brigitte will attend a swim camp in Australia with the New Zealand and Australian Youth Olympic teams at the end of June.

Waiau wins against Hawarden After a wet horrible week and a cold frosty start Hawarden turned on a great sunny day for netball. There was a big crowd of people around due to no rugby being played. Hawarden A met Waiau A in the first senior game. Hawarden unfortunately had a very slow start and had to play catch up the whole game. Waiau applied huge amount of pressure throughout the court and converted goals really well. Hawarden fought hard and got back in the game but ended up short by five goals. Results were:

Senior A: Hawarden A 30 Waiau A 35, Hanmer A 49 Cheviot B 19, Glenmark A 43 Culverden A 12. Senior B: Hawarden B 33 Waiau B 21, Culverden B 15 Wakari 25, Cheviot S 43 Hawarden C 16. Primary A: Glenmark PA 23 Cheviot PA 17, Hanmer PA 20 Culverden PA 23, Waiau PA 11 Hawarden PA 20. Primary B: Culverden PB 8 Glenmark PC 6, Hawarden PB 5 Glenmark PB 16, Waiau PB 16 Waiau PC 4.

Please note: all rugby from U14.5 below has been postponed .

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Hurunui U18 wins combined rugby By Peter Williams In a very closely contested match at Culverden on Saturday, the Hurunui Under 18 team pulled through to beat SpringstonSouthbridge in the final of the EllesmereNorth CanterburyMid Canterbury combined rugby competition 148. The win also meant the team retained the Leigh Mackintosh Trophy which it won last season. Coached by Phil Gray and Bruce Black, managed by Annette Marr and captained by Matt Hickey, Hurunui turned in one of its least convincing performances of the season. The visitors dominated possession in the first half but staunch defence by Hurunui restricted them to a solitary penalty goal. The Hurunui forwards increased their intensity in the second half and started to gain a greater share of possession. The lead seesawed through out the second half. Prop Nick George scored a try that put Hurunui in front but Springston Southbridge regained the lead with a try of its own and still led 87 with just over 10 minutes to play. But first fiveeighth Andrew Murdoch scored and converted his own try to take Hurunui out to a 148 lead. Hurunui clung on tenaciously for the rest of the match. Captain Hickey led the way, well supported by Rod Hall and Riki Pugh in particular. The team’s success in this match was built around its very strong defensive effort. It was unbeaten throughout this competition although twice held to a draw in the early rounds. Next Saturday, the Hurunui team begins the next phase of its campaign when it and the other three North Canterbury teams in this competition play a homeand away series to find the North Canterbury finalists. The Luisetti Seeds Combined Division one semi finals were a triumph for the two Ellesmere teams when Waihora and Lincoln proved too strong for their Mid Canterbury opponents Methven and Rakaia respectively. The final of this competition on Saturday will be played at Tai Tapu. In a match that drew nationwide interest

NORTH CANTERBURY RUGBY SUB UNION DRAW FOR SATURDAY 21 JUNE 2014 CLUB DAY: AMBERLEY

The Hurunui Under 18 rugby team celebrates winning the combined under 18 rugby competition. Photo: Supplied. because of the return of Daniel Carter to the rugby field after his recent injury and sabbatical break, Glenmark was well beaten by Southbridge for a minor placing. In the Trophy section, Saracens managed a narrow 127 win over Prebbleton. For Saracens, its two tryscorers, Josh Maynard and James PeploeWilliams were named as the players of the day while Ashley went down 2720 to Celtic. If Celtic beat Saracens on Saturday, it will win the Canterbury Supporters Club Trophy. In the Plate Section, Oxford went down 2441 to Southern in a match which featured a hattrick of tries to Oxford’s David Procter while Kaiapoi and Ohoka played out a closelycontested match which proved to be something of a tryfest for frontrow forwards. Kaiapoi had the better of the early exchanges and was rewarded by an excellent try to hooker Ryan Clarke. But this only jolted Ohoka into action and it scored two tries in quick succession by hooker Ace Simanu and winger Lio Lafai, and with both being converted by Scott Beattie. Ohoka had established a useful 145 lead.

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Halfway through the first spell Kaiapoi’s prop Dene Steere also got on the scoresheet and by half time Ohoka’s lead had been cut to just one point, courtesy of a Tauia MacDonald penalty. MacDonald repeated the dose soon after the resumption to give Kaiapoi the lead and another member of the FrontRow Club, Colin Murchison, stretched the lead out to 2114 at the 55 minute mark. The match then degenerated into something of a stalemate but Kaiapoi had done enough to retain the Deans Shield and if it can beat West Melton at Kaiapoi on Saturday, it will also win the Plate section of the combined competition.

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LUISETTI SEEDS DIVISION 1 - FINAL; Waihora v. Lincoln, Tai Tapu 1, 2.45pm, G Cate; Assistant Referees: K Opele, M Gameson; LUISETTI SEEDS DIVISION 1 - 3RD & 4TH PLAY OFF; Rakaia v. Methven, Rakaia 1, 2.45pm, S Laird; LUISETTI SEEDS DIVISION 1 - PLAY OFFS; Southbridge v. Burnham/Dunsandel/Irwell, Southbridge 1, 2.45pm, G Peddie; Assistant Referees: G Schwass, M Baxendale; Glenmark v. Darfield, Omihi 1, 2.45pm, R Brine; Assistant Referees: L Brine; LUISETTI SEEDS DIVISION 1 –CANTERBURY SUPPORTERS TROPHY; Ashley v. Prebbleton, Lob Lwr 1, 2.45pm, G Inch; Assistant Referees: K Fitzgerald, B Blackler; Celtic v. Saracens, Celtic 1, 2.45pm; LUISETTI SEEDS DIVISION 1 - PLATE; Oxford v. Ohoka, Ox Oval, 2.45pm, J Archer; Assistant Referees: L Silcock, S Norton; Kaiapoi v. West Melton, Kai Oval, 2.45pm, G Welch; Assistant Referees: K Lilley, B Egerton; Southern v. Hampstead, Hinds 1, 1.30pm; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY DIV 2 CHAMPIONSHIP; Amberley v. Kaiapoi, Amb 1, 2.30pm, G Eder; Ashley v. Hurunui, Lob Lwr 1, 1.00pm, K Fitzgerald; Woodend v. Saracens, Wood 1, 2.45pm, A Stokes; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY DIV 2 RESERVE; Saracens v. Oxford, Sbk 3, 2.00pm, D Taylor; Woodend v. Ohoka, Woodend 2, 2.30pm, G Dunseath; Glenmark-Cheviot bye; METRO - COLTS; Ohoka v. Glenmark, Mand 3, 1.00pm, S Clark; Assistant Referees: K Lilley, B Egerton; WOMENS - CUP; Burnside/Kaiapoi bye; CRUSADERS SECONDARY SCHOOLS - THE PRESS CUP; Shirley BHS v. Rangiora HS, Shirley BHS 1, 2.45pm; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U18; Rangiora HS v. Kaiapoi, Rangiora HS, 1.30pm, D Clark; Oxford-Woodend v. Hurunui, Ox Oval, 1.15pm, G Matthews; ELLES/NORTH CANT/MID CANT COMBINED U16; Ashley v. Oxford, Lob 4, 2.15pm, D Chinnery; Waihora v. Woodend/Ohoka, Tai Tapu 1, 1.00pm, M Talbot; Rolleston v. Prebbleton, Rolleston 2, 1.00pm, Metro; Malvern Combined v. Lincoln, Darfield 2, 1.00pm, S Lamont; West Melton v. Celtic, West Melton 2, 1.30pm, R Busch; Kaiapoi v. Harlequins, Kai 1, 2.30pm, R Lane; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U14½; Ric Moore Trophy, Woodend v. Ashley, Wood 2, 1.15pm, J Legros; Kaiapoi v. Hurunui, Kai Oval, 1.15pm, S Norton; Oxford v. Saracens, Ox 2, 1.30pm, N TePuni; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U13; Ashley Blue v. Kaiapoi Gold, Lob Lwr 1, 11.45am, B Blackler; Ohoka v. Ashley Green, Mand 2, 10.00am, T Hurley; Amberley v. Hurunui, Amb 1, 1.00pm, R Brine; Assistant Referees: Friendly match; Oxford v. Saracens, Ox Oval, 11.45am, L Silcock; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U11½; Amberley v. Saracens Blue, Amb 1, 10.30am, L Brine; Ashley Blue v. Ashley Green, Lob Lwr 1, 10.30am, club ref; Ohoka Black v. Hurunui, Mand 2, 10.30am, club ref; Challenge Trophy, Oxford Black v. Kaiapoi, Ox 2, 12.00pm, N TePuni; Ohoka Red v. Woodend, Mand 1, 11.30am, club ref; Saracens Red v. Oxford Red, Sbk 3, 10.30am, club ref; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U10; Amberley v. Saracens Blue, Amb Jnr3, 12.10pm; Ohoka Black v. Hurunui Black, Mand Jnr 5, 11.05am; Woodend v. Ohoka Red, Wood Jnr 4, 12.10pm; Ashley v. Saracens Red, Lob Lwr Jnr 3, 12.10pm; Glenmark-Cheviot v. Kaiapoi, Omi 2, 12.10pm; Oxford v. Hurunui Blue, Ox Jnr 5, 12.10pm; United bye; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U9; Amberley v. Saracens Blue, Amb Jnr3, 10.00am; Ohoka Black v. Hurunui, Mand Jnr 5, 10.00am; Woodend v. Ohoka Red, Wood Jnr 4, 10.00am; Ashley Blue v. Saracens Red, Lob Jnr 6, 11.05am; GlenmarkCheviot v. Kaiapoi, Omi 1, 10.00am; Ashley Green v. Oxford, Lob Lwr Jnr 3, 10.00am; United bye; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U8; Amberley v. Saracens Blue, Amb Jnr3, 11.05am; Ohoka Black v. Hurunui Black, Mand Jnr 5, 12.10pm; Ohoka Red v. Woodend, Mand Jnr 4, 11.05am; Ashley Blue v. Saracens Red, Lob Jnr 6, 10.00am; Glenmark-Cheviot v. Kaiapoi, Omi 2, 11.05am; Ashley Green v. Oxford, Lob Lwr Jnr 3, 11.05am; Ashley White v. Hurunui Blue, Lob Jnr 6, 12.10pm; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U7; Amberley v. Ohoka White, Amb 2A, 10.50am; Glenmark-Cheviot v. Kaiapoi, Omi 1A, 10.00am; Ohoka Black v. Hurunui, Mand Jnr 7, 10.50am; Oxford Black v. Saracens Blue, Ox 4B, 10.50am; Saracens Orange v. Ashley Blue, Sbk 5A, 10.50am; Saracens Red v. Oxford Red, Sbk 4B, 10.50am; Ashley Green v. United, Lob Lwr Jnr 2, 11.40am; Woodend v. Ohoka Red, Wood 3A, 10.50am; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U6; Amberley v. Saracens Green, Amb 2A, 10.00am; Ashley Gold v. Ashley Green, Lob Lwr Jnr 2, 10.00am; Ashley White v. Ohoka White, Lob Lwr Jnr 2, 10.50am; Glenmark-Cheviot v. Kaiapoi, Omi 1A, 10.50am; Ohoka Black v. Hurunui, Mand Jnr 7, 10.00am; Oxford Black v. Saracens Blue, Ox 4B, 10.00am; Saracens Black v. Saracens Orange, Sbk 5B, 10.00am; Saracens Red v. Oxford Red, Sbk 4B, 10.00am; Saracens White v. Ashley Blue, Sbk 4A, 10.00am; Woodend v. Ohoka Red, Wood 3A, 10.00am;

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19 The Stables, Woodend

63 Modena Place, Ohoka

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37 Omihi Station Road 171 HECTARES Explore the potential opportunity that could be created with this fine Omihi property. Often admired for its fertility and water resources, this 171.49ha farm offers some unique possibilities with its irrigation consents and excellent fertile soils. Presently almost fully utilised in blackcurrants, it could either be continued with these or redeveloped, with viticulture nearby or as something completely different, like diary run off, could well be potential options and show the versatility on offer. The homestead is an extensively renovated villa with four bedrooms and excellent connection with the outdoor area and the in ground heated pool. Well situated for shelter behind a hedge, this home has the classic farmhouse family feel. Farm buildings are numerous and include a near new superb 24m x 12m shed with 4.2m door clearance to fit almost any piece of machinery, which is in addition to the existing sheds. There is an irrigation consent in place with four wells supplying a central storage area and then distributed through a trickle system. Located across the road from the Omihi School and domain, as well as the main road boundary being along SH1, access is very good and the thriving township of Amberley is less than 20 minutes away. Deadline sale closing 4pm, Wednesday 9 July 2014 Russell Clifford M 0274 343 122 David Taylor (Waimak Real Estate)

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90 North Eyre Road 5.8 HECTARES

Tidy, three bedroom brick home on four hectares. Aluminium joinery, concrete tile roof, open plan kitchen/ living dining. Bathroom, separate laundry, warm north facing, pellet fire, living area plus wooden deck. Attached three bay Totalspan garage/shed. Stunning views from most rooms overlooking the Waimakariri River and mountains. Two units Council water and fenced into three paddocks with a trimmed shelter belt. This property is situated above and adjacent to the Waimakariri River with commanding views into the Gorge and Southern Alps. Only 2.5km to the Waimakariri Gorge Golf Club, fishing, jet boating and many other recreational pursuits. School bus past gate. A property that offers a lot for the money.

Very profitable, low labour input business, almost completely rebuilt after the earthquakes. 4600m² of new Novasteel sheds, with sophisticated, yet easy to use ‘Sorenson Broiler Manager’ computer systems. A further 1478m² of TSS3 sheds, easily upgraded. The 199m² managers residence is a completely renovated four bedroom, two bathroom home with an adjoining two car garage and inground swimming pool. There are two wells, either of which can run the sheds alone with all new motors and pumps. Heating is by LPG and there is a 125 kva backup generator and backup pumps. The 5.85 hectare property is in two titles, situated close to the motorway near Ohoka, with room for cattle, or for equestrians there is a full size dressage arena.

Price $450,000 (plus GST if any) Malcolm Garvan M 0272 314 425

Ron Skews M 0274 325 859

Allan Gifford M 0272 262 379

Deadline sale closing 4pm, Tuesday 22 July 2014 (unless sold prior) Maurice Newell M 0272 401 718

Kathy Thompson M 021 229 0600

James Murray M 0274 368 103

Malcolm Garvan M 0272 314 425

Maurice Newell M 0272 401 718

Russell Clifford M 0274 343 122

Barry Keys M 0274 347 689

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Website ID TU10090

Goose Bay

234 Parsons Road 9 HECTARES

28 Valley Road 911m2

Fenced into four paddocks with 4 units of water from the Kincaid Scheme. The home, built as a colonial replica, with an extensive use of native timber and many sets of French doors. Separate kitchen, separate dining with doors opening out to the morning sun and sea views, separate lounge with open fire and heat pump, and two sets of doors opening out to the veranda. The master bedroom with en suite also has doors to the veranda, plus three further bedrooms one with en suite, a further bathroom plus study. Established gardens set in sweeping lawns. Hay shed, a 4-bay barn and a colonial replica 2-car garage. Formerly a B&B operation, the opportunity to re-establish is there for the entrepreneur set approximately 8km from Kaikoura with school bus to gate.

This two bedroom pole house with Californian cedar interior plus studio, is just 15 minutes south of Kaikoura. The sheltered, peaceful location has many bush walks, swimming holes with diving, fishing and hunting right on your doorstep. The house can be accessed by the stairs from two sides with plenty of storage under the house. The new kitchen, leads out to a deck and the open plan living area, with log burner, has ranch sliders leading out to a deck on two sides. The bedrooms have built in wardrobes and garden views. The garden studio provides extra space. There is also a double carport, parking area and flat lawn with many fruit trees, plus a vege garden. Would suit a variety for professional people and only 1 hour 40 minutes from Christchurch.

Price $750,000 (plus GST if any) Kathy Thompson M 021 229 0600

Price $340,000 Kathy Thompson Website ID RA1583

Waiau

Price $275,000 Maurice Newell

M 0272 401 718

Ron Skews M 0274 325 859

71 Main Street 918m2

Well below RV, this property could offer the chance to retire to the friendly community of Waiau, with money in the bank, after selling in the red hot Christchurch market. It would be perfect as a family home, with a very highly regarded school in Waiau and shops, garages and the hotel within 200 metres. This is worth a visit, four double bedrooms, large lounge with a new logburner and an open fire. The large double garage provides plenty of room for a boat or bikes and a car as well as a workshop. EQC money available to purchaser for cosmetic repairs.

This renovated villa offers an excellent lifestyle in the heart of Oxford. You will be amazed by the large, newly renovated family room with modern wood burner, adjoining a spacious new farm style kitchen. The new bathroom boasts a large spa bath, double vanity and shower. Four generous bedrooms make this an ideal family home. The large private back yard allows plenty of room for children to play. Situated, right across the road from the art gallery and within easy walking distance of most of Oxfords amenities. Subject to boundary adjustment.

Website ID RA1582

Allan Gifford M 0272 262 379

Website ID RA1575

Oxford

8 Achray Street 1,231m2

Starvation Hill

Price $490,000 including GST Maurice Newell M 0272 401 718

M 021 229 0600

Price $339,000 Maurice Newell

M 0272 401 718

Website ID RA1534

Swannanoa

50 Horns Road 6.2 HECTARES

471 Woodfields Road 4 HECTARES

This beautifully finished barn style house was completed in 2013. The spacious open living area is heated by a new logburner and is fully insulated, double glazed, with new carpet. Four double bedrooms, compact kitchen with new appliances and a spacious bathroom. The views from the house and the 6.2ha of deer fenced paddocks have to be seen to be appreciated. Quality 4-bay, 18m x 9m shed. Two units of Council water is supplied to a 25,000 litre storage tank, with an additional 900 litre tank, from which water is pumped to the house.

Superb four hectare lifestyle blocks in excellent location, only a few minutes from Rangiora and Swannanoa Schools, offering well water with tank, power/phone handy, quality grazing and no restrictive covenants.

Kathy Thompson M 021 229 0600

James Murray M 0274 368 103

Price $279,000 plus GST Russell Clifford M 0274 343 122

Malcolm Garvan M 0272 314 425

Maurice Newell M 0272 401 718

Russell Clifford M 0274 343 122

Barry Keys M 0274 347 689

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25 Strachan Place

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10 Scotswood Place

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Whether you are looking for your first home or an investment property Offers invited over $359,000 on or you should not miss viewing this opportunity. Located in a quiet culde-sac this 1980’s Keith Hay home featuring three double bedrooms, upgraded bathroom, open plan dining/living room, double garage with workshop and large garden shed. This home is currently rented with the potential for the residing tenants to enter into a long term rental agreement with the new owners. Phone me for more information about this fantastic opportunity.

before 4pm, Thurs 3 July 2014

View Sun 11-11.30am

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Ross Ditmer M 027 482 2056 B 03 311 8020 ross.ditmer@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

This beautifully maintained home is a delight to present. The open plan kitchen/living room soaks in all day sun and the upgraded kitchen is bright and modern. Three bedrooms, bathroom and separate toilet are complemented by plenty of storage cupboards. Outside there is an oversize double garage, carport, large garden shed, woodshed and hothouse and the garden is immaculate. Viewing will impress, this home will be popular for families and

Offers over $369,000 invited on or before 4pm, Thurs 3 July 2014

View by appointment

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Ross Ditmer M 027 482 2056 B 03 311 8020 ross.ditmer@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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361 Barkers Road

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19 Warwick Road

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Do you love character homes? Have you always wanted to live in the country? Do you have some handyman and landscaping skills? Then this property could be just what you’re looking for.

Offers invited on or before 4pm, Wed 2 July 2014

View Sun 1.30-2pm

Four bedrooms

Open plan kitchen/dining with lots of room

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Very spacious sunny lounge with wood burner

Double garage

M 027 485 8003 B 03 311 8020 margo.hutcheon@bayleys.co.nz

4.0679 hectares

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Situated in the exclusive Millfield development, this brand new Peter Ray home offers an exciting opportunity for all the family

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Plenty of room for children, pets and entertaining in this secure

View Sun 11.30-12pm

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4,264m² section

Kerry Eyles

The residence has been sited to capture all-day sun and features

M 027 472 6780 B 03 311 8020 kerry.eyles@bayleys.co.nz

four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two spacious living areas which access the extensive terrace D

Offers invited on or before 4pm, Wed 2 July 2014

Approximately 25 minutes to Christchurch, Ohoka School zone

An affordable lifestyle in an excellent location - be sure to view!

Bayleys Rangiora, 6 Durham Street, Rangiora, 03 311 8020 All companies within this composite are Members of Bayleys Realty Group

Mark Pringle M 027 433 3334 WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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Ashley Downs

STRATEGIC DAIRY SUPPORT

Hawarden

45 Bairds Road

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74 Bentleys Road

Deadline Sale

This stunning property features a warm four bedroom home in an established garden setting which includes a new in-ground swimming pool and six car garaging. With itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own air-strip the property is quite unique and the 8.7 hectares has subdivision potential. The property is well fenced with a high standard of improvements and shelter trees. Buildings include a massive near new 20 x 10 metre workshop, a six bay implement shed and a four bay hayshed. The vendors are ready to move and inspection is recommended.

All offers invited on or before 2pm, Tues 24 June 2014

View by appointment

www.bayleys.co.nz/517592

Kevin Jenkins M 027 577 4232 B 03 375 4700 kevin.jenkins@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Strategically located dairy support unit of 60.7711ha within close proximity to the Amuri dairy industry. Well subdivided, 16 main paddocks with shingled central laneway for stock movement. Medium to heavy soils with some lighter rolling contour giving options for stock management. County water with tailored capacity for dairy grazing, cattle yards, trimmed shelter belts, regular regrassing, with all supplementary feed made on the property. Tastefully renovated and extended homestead with sheltered outdoor area, sited in an

All offers on or before 1pm, Wed 16 July 2014

View by appointment

www.bayleys.co.nz/517999

Dean Pugh M 027 335 6303 B 03 375 4700 dean.pugh@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

attractive and mature garden setting.

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Exhibition walks the boundaries of an ever changing landscape

Former Pines Beach residents Bev and Fred Evans beside the portrait of their empty red zoned section, which is part of Cosmo Kentish-Barnes’ ‘‘Still Here’’ exhibition.

Artists remember quakes The earthquake experience is being remembered at Arts in Oxford. Cosmo and Sarah KentishBarnes, who settled in Oxford after being forced to leave Lyttelton after the February 2011 earthquake, have prepared a joint exhibition to remember their experiences and those of other earthquake refugees. Sarah’s exhibition ‘‘Location’’ is a series of moments from the earthquakes, which began in September 2010. ‘‘It was about looking back on the September and February experience as a family. It is quite interesting if you look back on it as one big experience, it can be quite negative. ‘‘But when I looked back at specific moments it brought back some memories and of the people we met.’’ When the February quake struck, Sarah was at

Eastgate Mall in Christchurch with her then four yearold son Thomas, where she ‘‘met random people’’. Cosmo’s exhibition ‘‘Still Here’’ is a series of photographs of exiled residents in front of their red zoned homes or empty sites in the Kaiapoi area. The participants in this exhibition represent a cross section of a community who lost their homes, but not their spirits. Each portrait is accompanied by a first person account of life since the first earthquake struck. ‘‘Cosmo really enjoyed finding out people’s stories,’’ Sarah says. ‘‘He had to be careful because it wasn’t easy for people to go back to their place. But a lot of them said they really enjoyed the experience and it helped them to move on.’’ The joint exhibition runs until July 2.

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By Warwick Rathgen Sunday saw the opening of the Waimakariri Arts Council’s new exhibition at the Chamber Gallery which will be running until July 18. Following in the footsteps of the two recent extraordinary and powerful exhibitions The Housework can Wait, and the Meeting the Challenge in Textiles this exhibition is less dramatic and powerful but still well worth a thoughtful visit. Entitled ‘‘Walking the Boundaries of the Changing Landscape’’, this is a collection of paintings in narrative form showing historical and environmental aspects, in an interesting and different manner. The artist is Gayle Forster. Gayle trained as a print maker and specialised in woodcut at the university. She did postgraduate work in both England and Japan where she furthered her studies in wood cutting. She has exhibited widely both nationally and internationally and is teaching at present at Hagley Community College in Christ church. The starting point of this series was reflection on the changes that the landscape has undergone, from its fiery beginnings to its present state. The watercolour paintings are in narrative form and these map historical and environ mental aspects in a spontaneous and informa tive manner. The oil paintings represent nature, scenic and historical reserves that have been estab lished to protect and preserve the native vegetation and natural features unique to an

area. The mixed media are snapshots of a particular moment and an impression when walking on one of the many tracks. Gayle says the works reflect Canterbury, its history and its changes and the gallery reflects the changes in local history. Mayoress Marilyn Ayers says the exhibition is ‘‘really well timed to also support the upcoming garden bird survey’’. Francis Young, a new immigrant from the North Island, and now an aspirant to join the local art society, says the gallery is a wonderful facility and compliments music and arts.

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PUBLIC MEETING TO ELECT WAIPARA / OMIHI MEMBERS OF KATE VALLEY LANDFILL COMMUNITY LIAISON GROUP Transwaste Canterbury Ltd (TCL) intends to hold a public meeting for residents of the Waipara / Omihi area for an election of three members of the Group. The meeting will be held at:

The meeting will be chaired by Mr Ross Little. All residents of the Waipara / Omihi area are invited to attend. Nominations for the three positions will be called for at the meeting. The members will be selected by secret ballot. Only residents of the Waipara/Omihi area can be nominated, make or second a nomination, or vote. The Community Liaison Group meets quarterly with Kate Valley Landfill operations staff, with the prime purpose of the meetings being to: • Outline and explain the progress of the landfill operations; • Listen to, and discuss any community and cultural concerns about landfill operations; • Present and discuss the complaints register and results of any monitoring and/or reporting as required by the conditions of regional and district council consents. Rangi Lord Regional Manager Canterbury waste Services PO Box 142 Amberley 7441

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AMBERLEY SCHOOL ENROLMENT BALLOT – 2014 Update The Board invites applications from parents who wish to enroll their son and / or daughter at Amberley School. Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, full details of which are available from the school office, or from the school website www.amberley.school.nz For 2014 there are four enrolment periods, with the 3rd (21 July - 26 September) and 4th periods (13 October 17 December) now open. The Board has determined that 10 (ten) places are available for out of zone students in Years 0 - 8. The Board invites interested parents to apply in writing detailing their child’s name, their age, date of birth, current address, and ‘priority’ (see below) they would like to apply under. The deadline for receipt of applications for out of zone places for Term 3 is 4.00pm on Monday 30 June, 2014. Applications from out of zone students will be processed in the following order of priority: First Priority - this priority category is for students accepted for enrolment in a special programme run by the school Second Priority - must be given to applications who are brothers and sisters of current students at the school Third Priority - must be given to applications who are brothers and sisters of former students at the school Fourth Priority - must be given to any applicants who are children of former students of the school Fifth Priority - must be given to any applicants who are children of board employees, or children of board members of the school. Sixth Priority - must be given to all other students. If the number of out of zone applications exceeds the number of places available, students will be selected by ballot. Parents will be informed of the outcome of the ballot within three school days of the ballot being held. Amberley School Board of Trustees

Kaikoura Lions Club 50th Anniversary to be celebrated December 6th 2014 Any past members wishing to attend, please register your interest with Tony Davis, Secretary, Kaikoura Lions Club E–Mail lt.davis@scorch.co.nz or phone 03 319 7538 Rangiora Tennis Club Special General Meeting

Hurunui Council is introducing official refuse bags and from July 1st, household and commercial refuse must be contained in these to be collected by the Council’s contractor. From this date, refuse which is not contained in official Council bags will be stickered and not removed. Householders and businesses in the majority of townships will be delivered their refuse and recycling bags during week commencing the 23rd June. Householders in Gore Bay, Mt Lyford and Hanmer Springs will receive a voucher to redeem. Rural householders who pay the collection rate will receive a voucher, which will be posted to the ratepayers address. Those living in rented properties will need to contact the property owner to obtain their voucher, which must be signed and taken to one of the locations listed on the voucher (during opening hours) to collect the allocation of refuse and recycling bags. If extra refuse or recycling bags are required during the year, they can be purchased from the following locations. The cost per refuse bag will be $2.50 and 50 cents per recycling bag (reviewed yearly). · The Council’s Amberley office - 66 Carters Rd. · The Hanmer Springs transfer station. · The Amberley transfer station - 52 Grays Rd. · The Hanmer Springs, Cheviot and Amuri service centres. In addition to receiving a quota of refuse and recycling bags, for the 2014/15 rating year, the collection rate per urban household and business will be $200 (a decrease of $60). This is due to the savings achieved by Council recently tendering its waste and recycling collection and processing services. Further information is available by visiting the Council’s website or by telephoning 03 314 8816.

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Hurunui District Council – Refuse and Recycling Collections Introduction of Official Refuse Bags - July 1st onwards

Monday June 30th at 7.30pm at the Rangiora Tennis Club. All senior financial members and life members are invited to discuss a proposed resolution for the sale of the existing club site and the construction of a new facility at Penticost Road. This will be the sole subject being discussed at this meeting.

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FOR RENT - CHEVIOT DOCTORS HOUSE The Council dwelling known as the Cheviot Doctors House (33 McQueen Road, Cheviot) is available for rent. The Cheviot Doctors House is a spacious 5 bedroom family home offering an ensuite bathroom off the master bedroom, log burner and heat-pump in the living/lounge area, a spacious kitchen and dining area, internal access garage and large front lawn. The rent is $300.00 per week. For an application form please contact: Josie Hemmings, Property Administration Officer, Hurunui District Council. Ph: 03 314 0109.

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OVEN CLEANING. Have your household oven cleaned now! Reasonable rate $40. Phone Sue 03 314 9210 or 022 010 0480. LIFESTYLERS and Farmers!! Mobile sheep crutching. Trailer and shearing. No amount too large or too small. Week ends available. Call Eddie or Lucy at Laxon Crutching Ltd 03 314 7696 or 027 777 5478. SCREEN PRINTING. For all your printing requirements. Tshirts, Hoodies, HiVis vests and polos, Overalls, Caps etc. Please phone Heather 03 313 0261 or email norstar@clear.net.nz.

PLASTERER 30 years experience, 3 years EQC. Phone Danny 03 312 5696, 027 220 1654. FURNITURE Removal, AXL Transport Ltd. Qual ity removals at the lowest rate possible. South Island wide, Kaiapoi office. Phone 03 327 3216. PROPERTY MAINTEN ANCE. Lawns, gardens, hedges, chainsaw work, pruning, painting and minor home alterations. TOWN AND COUNTRY. Phone Mike 03 313 0261. PAINT SMART NOW LTD. For all your painting needs, 25 years experience. Ph Charley 03 319 8846 or 027 920 8554.

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Customer Services Officer – 6 months Fixed Term We have a gap in our customer services team for 6 months and need a capable person to fill in for that time. You need to be really great at customer service within an office environment, be quick to learn new things, and have excellent computer and administration skills. Your customers will mainly be locals who have queries about our services. The role is front line and involves a variety of administration and customer services including following up with customers after they have made contact with us. You will keep our computerised records up to date as well as our website and Facebook page to keep customers informed about our services. You must have a positive, enthusiastic, solutions-oriented and can-do attitude. The work is full-time position Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm. For more information and to apply, go online http://hurunui.currentjobs.co.nz/. For questions contact liz.atkins@hurunui.govt.nz or phone her on 03 3140021. Applications close Sunday 29 June 2014. JOBS, JOBS, JOBS. Local work for local people at Jade Resourcing. Call in to our office, 66 Ohoka Rd, Kaiapoi or ph 03 327 0656.

RANGIORA RUBBISH REMOVAL

NIFTY Nanas, Mothers and Nannies needed for various after school childcare roles. Apply online at www.thenannycompany.co.nz.

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Full Time Workers Required for an immediate start. To meet current growth & increased forward workloads we are looking for Concrete workers to join our team based in Rangiora and North Canterbury. To be considered for this role you will possess the following: * Preferred relevant industry experience, in particular with concrete preparation, formwork & finishing * Full Class 1 NZ Drivers Licence * Motivation skills, reliable, responsible, punctual * Strong communication skills & have a positive attitude * Ability to fulfil Health & Safety requirements Pay rates will be discussed on an individual basis with each applicant, depending on experience.

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Reading Recovery Teacher for the Amberley, Leithfield and Broomfield Schools’ Cluster A permanent, part-time teaching position based at Amberley School to commence as soon as possible into Term 3. This position is ideally suited for an experienced Reading Recovery trained teacher, but the school cluster is prepared to look at training a suitably qualified primary school teacher. Position details: 0.5 FTTE, working with individual children from the three schools from 8.30am through to 12.00pm each school day under the guidance of the Amberley School’s Learning Support Coordinator. Please send a covering letter, along with an appropriate CV outlining any previous experience in Reading Recovery to Kev O’Halloran at kohalloran@amberley.school.nz, or mail to PO Box 148, Amberley 7410. Applications close on Wednesday July 2.

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CONES & KINDLING $5 and $7 and cones, $10 for kindling delivered. Phone Murray 03 310 7656, Rangiora Pakeke Lions. REF: 835-079

North Canterbury We are currently seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to join the IHC team to recruit, train, support and retain a team of volunteers. These volunteers will befriend a person with intellectual disability as part of the IHC One-to-One Friendship Programme. If you are highly motivated, organised, have excellent time management and computer skills then we want to talk to you. Your exemplary communication and ability to engage with your local community will make you the ideal candidate to actively promote this service. To apply for this position please visit our website www.ideajobs.co.nz, for all other enquiries please contact Sue during business hours on 021 244 0878. Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit. Applications close: 27 June 2014.

EXTENDABLE table with six Rattan chairs. Measures 900x1300, when extended 900x2300. In good order, $500. Phone 027 278 8005. NO bees? Rent a beehive. Fully managed by regis tered bee keepers. You get pollination plus honey. Phone 027 657 2007. BARK, POST Peelings & Sawdust. Also large bundles dry Slabwood, long lengths $50. Sat 21st June & Sat 12th July 9am 11am. Get in now. Last gate sales until 13th Sept. Cash sales only, no eftpos avail. Bashers Sawmill, Douglas Rd, Amberley.

Call Ben Shore for a free consultation on your tax and accounting needs.

03 314 7640 info@sasl.co.nz 5 Beach Rd, Amberley

We can arrange to kill and process your Beef, Pork, Lamb, Venison and Game Meat NOW! Open Saturday Mornings Phone (03) 327 8219 A/H 027 306 3874

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Butchery

Builder

Oxford Butchery Bevan and Shane Frahm

We can arrange to have your stock killed. Sheep, beef and pigs: process into portion packs and smallgoods and label to your requirements.

LOCAL BUILDERS

Number one

bacon Ph 312 4205 old-fashioned & ham curing. Oxford A/H 312 4219 or 312 4709

Ring Mark 027 229 7310 for a free quote www.longsilver construction.com • Licensed Building Practitioner • Registered Master Builder 1233373

Chiropractic Services Chiropractic and Natural Health Care Dr Carissa McGregor Chiropractor ACC Accredited Available Monday - Thursday Ph: 03 313 0350

Judy McArthur DC (UK) Applied Kinesiology, McTimony Technique, Craniosacral, Available Fridays

Select Health

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Concrete

GOSCUT CONCRETE CUTTER LTD Specialise in: Soffut Soff ut (Early Entry Saw) House & Factory Floor Slabs All Aspects of Ground Sawing, Floor Grinding, Wall Cutting/ Core Drilling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Up to 600mm diameter Residential & Commercial

Free Measure and Drape Making by the talented professionals at Donmar

DIAL 4 DRAPES

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Graeme Gosney 0274 971 683 Phone 03 327 8341 Fax 03 327 8343 Email: goscut@xtra.co.nz

Call Ally for a measure and quote.

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Donmar 320 HIGH ST, RANGIORA â&#x20AC;˘ PH 03 313 5518

Electrician Electrician

Fencing

Russell Arthur

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PHONE (0274) 350 279 or A.H. 314 8384 www.russellarthurfencing.co.nz

GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Rick's Gardening Services

TONYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LAWN & GARDEN MAINTENANCE

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Call today for a FREE QUOTE 03 310 3026 / 021 163 2224

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All Insurance Companies work welcome

Steps

Planters

Paving

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Free quotes Ph: 03 314 8366 E: gardenfeatures@yahoo.co.nz

Factory Showroom 202a King St, Rangiora www.northcanterburyglass.co.nz

Decorators

Wilson Decorators Ltd â&#x20AC;˘ Small Family Business â&#x20AC;˘ Qualified Tradesman â&#x20AC;˘ 30+ Years Experience â&#x20AC;˘ Painting â&#x20AC;˘ Wallpapering â&#x20AC;˘ Waterblasting â&#x20AC;˘ Roof Coating â&#x20AC;˘ Tidy Workers â&#x20AC;˘No Time Wasted â&#x20AC;˘ Reasonable Rates â&#x20AC;˘ Free Quotes Ph: 03 928 3537 Wayne 021 731 817 Lyn 021 207 4499 waylyn2@scorch.co.nz

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Landscaping

Contact Tony for a NO OBLIGATION, Free Quote! Home 03 313 7605 027 774 2751 tonylamplugh@ clear.net.nz

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Master Plumber of the Year 2010 Canterbury owned and operated for over 60 years

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Phone 021 215 3092 03 315 7063 A/H

MAINLAND METALS LTD

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Nat Dip Pod, SR Pod NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Please ring to make an appointment Ph 327 4288 42 Charles Street, Kaiapoi

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Plumbing

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For all your hard landscaping needs

Call us now on (03) 313 5335

We also repair Windscreens and install Double Glazing

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Gardening Services

Repairs & Upgrades Virus & Malware Removal Checkup to Increase Speed Home & Business Onsite Visits Prompt Professional Service

Garden Features

Fast - Local and there when you need us. For an obligation-free quote

Glass & Auto Glass

03 313 3029

Bruce Evans 131 Ohoka Road Kaiapoi p. 03 327 3111 m. 021 293 6331

Landscaping

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Leaking Shower Repairs Cracked Floors Repairs & Tile Preparations Lining Walls & Waterproofing Floors & Walls etc Town and Country Work 37 years in North Canterbury Member Canterbury Masters Tilers Federation

Ph John 0274 376 662 | A/H 327 8344 | Fax 327 2602

Millers Tiling Ltd Quality Guaranteed

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Water Blasting

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We pride ourselves on quality workmanship! Hems, Zip Replacement, Resizing, Curtain Hems, Mending. Same Day / Next Day 10% DISCOUNT Service on Hems valid till 30th June 2014 Upstairs, The Gables Limited to one alteration Arcade, High St, Rangiora

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Free quotes

Computer Repairs

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Clothing Alterations

Civil and Drainage

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Thursday June 19 2014

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Thursday June 19 2014

NORTH CANTERBURYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LOCAL HOLDEN AND SUZUKI DEALERSHIP PROTECT YOUR HEAD, WEAR A HELMET FFM Commander Helmet

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Helmets from $98.00, more sizes and colours in store, Plus we have a large range of Motocross Helmets From $130 Sales: James DDI 03 314 0132 Amberley Service: Ryan DDI 03 314 0134

Check us out on Compass FM 104.9

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Est 1935

Sales: (03) 314-0135 Neville or 027 220 2341 Craig Service: (03) 314-0131 Tim