The News North Canterbury 03-07-14

Thursday July 3 2014 | Issue 607

Survivor /page 5

Rga identity / page 12

Property / page 24 - 28

Heart attack survivor Dan Po urges smokers to quit now and stay fit and healthy.

Rga retailer Bev Brain has no plans to retire as her 80th birthday nears.

The new Property Times lists the latest properties for sale in North Canterbury.

Rail the answer to commuting woes By Robyn Bristow John McCaskey wants people out of their cars and into trains for their daily commute to Christchurch as quickly as possible. The Waipara man, a pioneer of Waipara’s growing viticultural industry and long time political activist, not only believes rail is the answer to commuting congestion woes for North Canterbury folk, he also sees rail as a way of pulling people back into the central city. He says the infrastructure is already in place for commuter trains to leave the Waipara Railway Station to head into Christchurch and believes the old Addington saleyards would be the ideal site for a terminus for people to head off to work, to educational institutions, to shop, socialise and visit friends. ‘‘All intercity, suburban bus­rail­ commuters could start from here under one big roof. Taxis, airport arrivals, couriers, city circle buses, monorail, could disperse from here. ‘‘A large daytime secure car­cycle park could be on the old workshops site. ‘‘Suburban trains from Lyttelton, Rolleston and Rangiora could arrive under cover where the livestock used to unload and commuters could take the city circle buses to the centre. ‘‘Or a propelled, rubber tyred, silent, almost invisible monorail could circuit Hagley park, automatically and fast,’’ says Mr McCaskey. Bikes could also provide the final link for commuters, being chained up when not in use in the secure area. The centre, if the owner was amenable to it becoming a transport hub for the city, could be dressed up with container shops catering for commuters with coffee and papers. Failing being able to use the saleyards, Mr McCaskey believes the existing Addington Station could be developed into an aesthetically pleasing hub.

John McCaskey, a Waipara vineyard pioneer, does the rounds on his horse. Photo: Supplied. ‘‘If we don’t get people back into the central city soon they will become further and further weaned from it and it will take longer and longer for Christchurch to recover,’’ says the man who has waged a rail war since a 1996 overseas trip. When he returned home to Waipara after six weeks travel, during which time he did not touch a steering wheel except on farms, he was ‘‘shell shocked’’ because he had to drive himself everywhere. His pleas for a rail link then fell on

The tiny Waipara Station, on the main trunk line, where John McCaskey believes a commuter train could start its journey to Christchurch. Photo: Kit Carson.

deaf ears. But with Christchurch ‘‘the way it is’’ following the earthquakes and a general election nigh, he believes the time is right for people to swing in behind him and push for a link utilising the Waipara Railway station and land already owned by KiwiRail and small bus shelter­type buildings for stops along the way. With Auckland having some surplus railway carriages available, Mr McCaskey says the time is right to strike and ‘‘sooner the better’’. And he says rail could also make

better use of school buses by using them first thing in the morning to get people and those attending city schools to railway stations before returning to do their local runs. The Weka Pass Railway Society is also supportive of the idea and is offering its Glenmark Station which is fitted out with toilets and shelter, as a terminus. Mr McCaskey has set up a Facebook page ­ By Rail to Christchurch ­ outlining his years of struggle to get rail in the sights of politicians both national

and local and is urging people to support his campaign. After just over a week he has had 56 likes, but is urging people to add their thoughts and tell him if they would use rail to travel to the city and has comments from some suggesting that the same could be applied in mid­ Canterbury. ‘‘About once a year someone has a go at getting rail up and running. But no­one does anything about it. We have to make it political. We could do all that needs doing in 12 months,’’ he says.

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Chinese Consul-General Madam Tan Xiutan chats with Amberley School pupils.

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Amberley School’s 240 students, along with community members and numerous special guests, celebrated China Day last Thurs­ day. Of special significance was the link between Rewi Alley, who spent more than 60 years in China from the late 1920s through to the 1980s. Mr Alley was a pupil at Amber­ ley School in the early 1900s,

when his father taught there. His ties with the school are cemented in the hall named after him, which houses a community cafe´ run by the Parent Teachers Association. Special guest of honour at Thursday’s celebration was Chin­ ese Consul­General Madam Tan Xiutan, accompanied by consul­ ate officials, New Zealand China Friendship Society and Canter­

bury University Confucius Insti­ tute representatives, and perfor­ ming groups. After official speeches from Madam Tan, Hurunui Deputy Mayor Marie Black, friendship society representatives, school principal Kevin O’Halloran and board of trustees chair Tony Trewinnard, gifts were exchanged. This was followed with dance

performances, songs and martial arts demonstrations, with a vari­ ety of responses from Amberley students. The recommissioning of the Rewi Alley Hall was marked with the unveiling of a plaque by Madam Tan and Mrs Black, recognising the strong ties between the school and the enormous respect held for him in China.

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Labour is promising ‘‘new money’’ to fund the Rangiora Health Hub. Health spokesperson Annette King announced outside the Rangi­ ora Hospital on Monday that, if elected, Labour will commit $12.5 million of ‘‘new money’’ to fund the Rangiora and Akaroa health hubs and a further $1 million for mental health services in Canterbury. She says she is concerned that the Canterbury District Health Board ‘‘has been left to pay for the health hubs out of baseline funding, despite extra and ongoing costs following the earthquakes and I don’t think that’s fair’’. Ms King says Labour will ensure health sector funding is adequate to meet inflation and population growth, including additional spend­ ing to boost services and to retain access to after hours care through­ out Canterbury. ‘‘We believe in investing in health and so we are committing to funding health and education as a priority. ‘‘Health has not been funded for population growth over the last three years, so we are going to put that right. ‘‘We have developed a special package for Canterbury because of the unique problems resulting from the earthquakes. The people of Canterbury want to get on with their lives. Having access to the health services they need is an essential part of that.’’

Annette King (left) and Clayton Cosgrove launch the Labour Party’s health policy outside the Rangiora Hospital on Monday. Ms King says that in line with research following other major disasters, people in Canterbury are still dealing with ongoing health impacts from the earthquakes which can be long­lasting, especi­ ally when it comes to mental health. She says CDHB reports show that since the quakes, referrals to mental health services have increased by more than 20 per cent, with a 40% rise in referrals for young people. Labour, in response, is promising to invest $1m in community­based mental health services provided by NGOs (non­governmental organ­

isations), while the number of nurses working in the CDHB’s school­based mental health team will also double. ‘‘People in Canterbury are still struggling with the after­effects of the quakes. We are hearing reports of increasing numbers of young people being on suicide watch and mental health providers struggling to cope with extra demand. ‘‘Such a traumatic event for children has a lasting effect and we need to invest early to ensure that the children of Canterbury are able to move on with their lives. Whether they are decile 10 or

decile 1 schools, they need extra support, so we are doubling the numbers of nurses in schools.’’ Local MP Clayton Cosgrove says Labour’s health policy not only provides the ‘‘new money prom­ ised’’ to the Rangiora Health Hub, but also the services the people want. ‘‘National said at the last election it was supposed to be new money, but it turns out what we’ve got is old money. So now we are going to provide the new money which was promised. We will back the hub and give people access to what they have asked for ­ GP services.’’ National’s Waimakariri MP Kate Wilkinson says there is nothing new in Ms King’s state­ ments. She says to suggest the hub is not fully funded is just ‘‘ridiculous’’. ‘‘Of course it is funded ­ work on it has already started. Government has committed over half a billion of Crown funding towards the Canter­ bury health redevelopment projects and, on top of this, we have increased funding for the Canter­ bury District Health Board (CDHB) by $270 million ­ the CDHB’s budget is $1.3 billion this year,’’ says Ms Wilkinson. She says in regard to funding for Canterbury mental health and addiction services, she can confirm the agreed mental health rin­ gfenced expenditure for the CDHB for 2014/15 is $144.3m.

Water woes to continue on is more questions and relatively few answers,’’ he said before Tuesday’s meeting. Water hardness in parts of the Amberley ward has been present for many years, while high iron content is a reasonably new phenomena, becoming a ‘‘nuisance’’ about two years ago. As well as staining toilets, baths, sinks and clothing, the high iron content leaves water with an unpleasant taste and smell. Committee members heard a presentation from water treatment solutions provider, Sue Kelly Water Systems, which had been com­ missioned to design, build and install a treatment scheme covering all Amberley consumers. But the original estimate of $700,000, accepted by the ward committee in principle, and approved by the full council as urgent work, has blown out to $1.7 million, a 143 per cent increase.

Mr Edge offered up six options for consideration and pulled out his surprise package. One option he dismissed immedi­ ately as ineffective, to address the problem, with start­up costs ranging from $1.7 million and $3.5 million. Some options, which were pre­ sented with the estimated capital and operating costs, plus continuing expenditure, covering the likes inter­ est, on going maintenance, waste disposal, consumables, replacements and improvements, had been discussed previously by either the ward committee or its water committee. Mr Edge then produced his surprise package. He proposed that those properties affected by ‘‘nuisance’’ hardness and high iron content could have individ­ ual treatment units installed at a cost of about $3000. This could amount to an initial cost of around $3.15 million, with

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The News a winner The News is once again in the winners circle. The News, which rebranded itself in June last year, has won the Most Improved Newspaper with a circulation over 20,000, at the New Zealand Community Newspaper Association awards last weekend. Last year the paper won the overall Most Improved News­ paper after winning its class. The paper, which is owned by Allied Press the publisher of the Otago Daily Times, has a circu­ lation of more than 25,000 and is distributed to rural and urban properties from the Waimakariri River in the south to Kekerenga, north of Kaikoura in the north.

It was formerly the Hurunui News, but changed its name to The News after buying the North Canterbury News last June, which it closed down. The News has retained its Rangiora presence occupying the former North Canterbury News office at 133 High Street and has an Amberley base at 5 Beach Road until new premises become available on Amberley’s main thoroughfare at the end of the year. The paper is one of 13 daily and weekly South Island papers in the Allied Press stable, which also broadcasts CTV in Christchurch and Dunedin Television.

science activities, as well as funding existing and ongoing work, brings the overall increase in rates to 4.95%,’’ says Mr Bedford. There were 149 submissions to the draft annual plan,with a lot of interest shown on the proposed change to how water science charges would be funded. ‘‘Keeping in mind our collabora­ tive approach to the Canterbury Water Management Strategy we weighed up the arguments both for and against and thought since this reflects the broader community value and approach in managing water, as well as the associated community­wide benefit, it was appropriate to switch these from user­pays to rates funded,’’ says Mr Bedford. The 2014/15 draft Annual Plan addresses year three of the Long­ Term Plan 2012­2022. Next year, a new Long­Term Plan will be pro­ posed.

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Wharf re­development Options for the proposed the redevelopment of Kaiapoi’s earth­ quake damaged wharf are up for discussion today. The Waimakariri District Council is holding a drop­in session in The Mill Room, Kaiapoi Community Centre, from 4 pm to 8 pm, to provide information about the two options. The Riverbanks Steering Group

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operating and other continuing costs to be determined. The choice of installation would be that of the property owner and while the council might help out with the capital cost the property owner would have to pay the running costs of the unit. ‘‘It’s simple, if you need it, you buy it,’’ he said. ‘‘If you don’t want it, you don’t have to take it.’’ The ward committee’s next meet­ ing is on July 29. The full council will then consider and debate any committee recom­ mendation or recommendations with its meeting dates set down for July 31 and August 21. Public consultation will then fol­ low making any solution to clean up the water months away. Regular updates will be posted on the council’s website and feedback will be sought through its Facebook page.

ECan rates rise reflects shift from user pays Canterbury regional council rates will increase 4.95 percent. Environment Canterbury com­ missioners say the increase includes some new activities but also reflects a shift from user pays to general rates funding for water science and consent administration charges. The rise is also consistent with the council’s wish to have its revenue policy supportive of the collabora­ tive Canterbury Water Management Strategy. ‘‘We have held the increase at this level despite some additional fund­ ing requirements identified since the annual plan was proposed,’’ says Commissioner David Bedford. He says new work, such as the additional resources to carry out the water management strategy and further investment in health and safety practices, bumped the rates up by 1.7%. ‘‘This combined with the impact of the change to funding water

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Amberley residents who have put up with hard and iron tainted water should not hold their breaths for change any time soon. At an Amberley Ward committee meeting on Tuesday night members opted to let the matter lie on the table after more than two hours of discussion and presentations. Hurunui district council utilities and roading manger David Edge has been asked to produce more defini­ tive figures after producing a surprise package at the meeting of individual treatment units costing about $3000 which could help clean up the water going into homes Mr Edge said months ago he should a have a solution to the problem by the July 1 meeting but told the committee on Tuesday night the problems remained and that there was no solution available in the short term. ‘‘We had hoped to have a solution by now, but effectively what we have

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Payments battle A Rangiora man says he has been battling them to go round to her (the boys’ mothers’) the Inland Revenue over child support house and prove my son isn’t there. But I can’t ask the police to do that ­ they have payments for the last 15 years. Mark Paranihi says the Inland Revenue is more important things to do. ‘‘I went through it for 15 years with my continuing to bill him for child support payments for his 11­year­old son Jamieson other son Tyler and he missed out on school trips and even had McMahon, even to change schools. though he has a I don’t know what court order giving to do.’’ him full custody. The boys’ He says the tax mother Elizabeth department has McMahon con­ previously reim­ firmed to The bursed him $30,000 News that Mr for 15 years worth of child support Paranihi has cus­ tody of Jamieson payments incor­ and she is also rectly billed and being charged taken from his child support. bank account for An Inland his older son Tyler Revenue spokes­ McMahon (19), person says the who is now work­ department is ing. required to main­ However, he tain the confiden­ never received tiality of its cus­ Working for Famil­ tomers and is ies payments he was entitled to. unable to com­ ment on this case. ‘‘Dealing with ‘‘Our role is to this cost me my ensure that chil­ previous job and it dren receive finan­ is preventing me Mark Paranihi is getting fed up with Inland from starting my Revenue sending him invoices for child cial support from parents who are new job. My kids support payments for his son, who he says is not living with aren’t even allowed in his care. them. We work to stay with their mother, but the Inland Revenue just won’t with customers to ensure that assessments and entitlements are correct and do our listen to me.’’ Mr Paranihi says he is on a solo parent upmost to make it easy for parents to benefit to support his son, a letter of support financially support their children. ‘‘The assessments we issue are based on from WellBeing North Canterbury and documents from Child Youth and Family the information we hold. ‘‘If we are notified that our information is confirming he has custody, but this was not sufficient for Inland Revenue to review his not correct, or has changed, we will review our information and make any required case. ‘‘They told me to go to the police and get changes.’’

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Red Bus gauges support for an Oxford service in survey A shuttle bus from Oxford to Christchurch could soon become a reality for North Canter­ bury folk. Red Bus Ltd is calling for anyone willing to support a bus service from Oxford to the city, with stops in between. It is hoped the service could be provided for a fare of $20 to $24 return, or maybe less. This compares with running a car to an from Christchurch at a cost of about $70 to $85 per day including insurance, registrations, depreciation, wear and tear, says Red Bus. Red Bus marketing manager, Nicky Halligan, says a survey has been put up on the company’s website to gauge interest in a service and to determine what sort of route people would be interested in taking. ‘‘We want to know where people want to go and if they would use a service, rather than setting something up without asking,’’ she says.

While the service is intended to help get cars off the road and help ease conjestion on the northern motorway and the Main North Road, it would be a commercial venture run by Red Bus Ltd, says Ms Halligan. The survey asks people if they would use such a service, how many times a week they would use it, which days it would be needed, and if people would consider paying $20 to $24 return or less for the service. It says it would appreciate help in deciding the most desirable route and to tell Red Bus where their destination would be, what time they need to be in the central city or at their destination, what time they would like to leave and if it would be useful if the bus service passed through any particular location such as Swannanoa or Cust. A link to the survey can be found on the front page of www.redbus.co.nz.

Passchendaele fundraisers Rangiora RSA members are busy fundraising to attend Passchendaele centenary comme­ morations in October 2017. Secretary Graeme Matheson says a contin­ gent of 75 Rangiora RSA members and an as yet unnamed year 13 student from Rangiora High School will attend a memorial service at Ypres in Belgium in October 2017, to remember the fallen. ‘‘This was, and still is, New Zealand’s darkest day ever,’’ Mr Matheson says. On October 12, 1917, New Zealand suffered 3700 casualties in a single day at the Battle of Passchendaele, with 45 officers and 800 soldiers ‘‘paying the supreme sacrifice’’. Mr Matheson says grants from the Rangi­ ora RSA and the Rangiora RSA Club will cover the airfare and accommodation for the Rangiora High School student, while mem­ bers are ‘‘saving hard and fundraising

harder’’. ‘‘Since October last year each group member has been paying into a group savings account monthly at a local bank and in addition to date fundraising activities have included dinner meetings, a term investment, a car trial, a 60s themed entertainment afternoon, regular raffles and clothing pur­ chases.’’ He says a trivial pursuit quiz, a 1970s themed afternoon, a recipe book and other activities are being planned. Donations can also made to the Rangiora RSA. President Ian Thompson says the Rangiora RSA has been continuing to support the community, even while fundraising for the Passchendaele trip. Recently the Rangiora RSA and the RSA Club combined to donate $5200 each to buy rescue equipment for the Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust.

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smoking five cigarettes ­ no more no less ­ a day. ‘‘The crazy thing is, I really wasn’t enjoying them, it was just a habit.’’ It may well have been those five cigarettes a day that tipped the balance. Dan spent three nights in hospital and is now recuperating. He is walking 10 minutes at a time, four times a day, taking six pills a day and looking forward to getting back to work. He has an appointment with his GP this week and hopes to be able to perform light duties, before getting a specialist’s clear­ ance within a month. Dan has nothing but praise for his employers for the past 18 months, Anne­ Mary and Andrew Benton, of Amuri Dairying Ltd. ‘‘Their support has been overwhelming. Ann­Mary was there at the hospital from the start and made sure I was properly set up when I was moved to coronary care. You couldn’t ask for more.’’ But there is more. The Bentons organised an assembly of their workers on Monday, at which Dan spread the message that a mob of wandering heifers was not the trigger for his heart attack. Smoking was the key, and the fault was all his. The couple have also arranged for a clinical nurse specialist in cardiac rehabilita­ tion to give a presentation on the links between smoking and heart disease, outlin­ ing what had happened in Dan’s case. Health checks will also be offered to all their staff, who number around 50 at the height of the milking season, and they will actively promote the property as a smoke­ free environment. Dan says even if he can persuade only one person to give up smoking he will have achieved something.

Lost property The following property has been reported as lost to the Rangiora police station at 309 High Street. Have you seen it? A Billabong wallet, black sports track­ suit jacket, a silver stainless steel link engraved bracelet, a white I pod, an All Blacks wallet, a black clutch bag and black wallet, a motorcycle muffler, a child’s wallet, an old black Nokia phone, a silver L6 cellphone, a ‘‘Uni’’ black leather wallet, a diamond 3/4 ring and a three diamond ring and a black silver fern wallet. The following property is at the Rangi­ ora Police Station looking for a home. A glass koru necklace, a USB stick, two Silver Moon cards, a very thin gold and diamond ring, a toy white dog, a toy koala, a twisted gold earring, a gypsy gold and silver earring and a red Nokia cellphone.

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Heart attack survivor Dan Po has some simple advice for his fellow Culverden dairy farm workers: if you smoke, quit now. The 37­year­old Filipino was helping move a mob of heifers that had broken out of a fodder paddock when things started to go seriously wrong for him. ‘‘It was about 9.30am on June 21 when, as we were shifting the heifers which were a challenge to move, I noticed a shortness of breath. ‘‘We got the job done and I stayed on to fix the broken fences. ‘‘Suddenly, there was a huge amount of pain, I imagine like being stabbed. ‘‘Then I felt this eternal thirst, I couldn’t walk and I think I probably fainted.’’ Dan’s co­workers, wondering where he was, returned to find him obviously unwell. They contacted a manager who called an ambulance. An electrocardiograph reading confirmed the worst. Dan had suffered a heart attack. He was flown by helicopter to Christ­ church Public Hospital, where three stents were inserted in two blocked arteries. ‘‘I eat well, plenty of fruit and vegetables, I don’t drink much alcohol, I’m not obese, so what is a fit 37­year­old doing having a heart attack?’’ Dan asks. He then provides the probable answer to his question, an answer endorsed by the cardio specialists who treated him. Since the age of 20, Dan had been smoking between 25 and 30 cigarettes a day up until March 25 this year, when he decided to quit. ‘‘I made the decision that cigarettes were, to a degree, controlling my life. ‘‘I needed to prove to myself that I wasn’t a slave to them.’’ Dan took a day­by­day approach to quitting, staying smoke­free for two months. He then decided to ‘‘reward’’ himself by

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David Ayers hopes Ayers says. Waimakariri’s flood­ ‘‘This is issue is ing issues can be not new, but it hasn’t resolved quicker been as bad as this than the district’s since the 1970s.’’ earthquake recov­ He says short term ery. solutions include The Waimakariri channelling the Mayor says the under current as it district’s flooding occurs and clearing issues are complex, out the culverts to but he says an engin­ free up the flow. eering team formed Longer term, to investigate solu­ engineers are con­ tions is making pro­ sidering how they gress and meeting can create ‘‘more affected residents. defined or better ‘‘Waimakariri has channels to let the gone from being the water pass by prop­ earthquake council erties rather than to the flooding coun­ through them’’. cil. Several Mande­ But I think people ville residents are would like to think also experiencing we will get the flood­ issues with septic ing issues sorted out tanks, with seals a lot quicker. being broken, some ‘‘Obviously the of which could be earthquake recovery earthquake related. is ongoing.’’ ‘‘The council can While many of the Waimakariri Mayor David Ayers. offer advice to flooding issues are homeowners, but earthquake­related, the causes vary from ultimately septic tanks are owned by the area to area, Mr Ayers says. property owner,’’ Mr Ayers says. A second flooding meeting was held with Further flooding meetings are planned in affected residents in the Mandeville area last Kaiapoi, Rangiora and Fernside in coming week. weeks. The main issues raised at this meeting An initial report from the flooding engin­ included the continued running of the under eering team was due to be presented to this current and the high water table which week’s Waimakariri District Council meet­ results in water emerging to the surface, Mr ing.

Hurunui District Council Roading - Weather Dependent

• Grader 1 in the Cheviot area, and heading back to Hanmer area • Grader 2 in the Rampaddock area heading to the Hawarden area • Grader 3 in Motunau/Happy Valley area • Grader 4 in the Amberley area • Grader 5 in the Culverden area finishing this week • Drainage Gore Bay area, Inland Road, Amberley/ Leithfield area, Stonyhurst and Lake Sumner • Gabions Balcairn Amberley Rd + Gorebay area • Maintenance Metal on Waipara/Waikari area

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Forestry shed upgrade - on-going Kaiwara Intake protection investigation Balmoral new tank investigation Extension of Carters Road water upgrade Cheviot rural water pipe upgrades, Harrisons Culverden pipe conditioning survey Ashley pipe conditioning survey Hanmer Springs pipe conditioning investigation Well head security, Racecourse, Leithfield and Culverden

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All information on website hyp.hurunui.govt.nz • Wednesday 9 July - trip to Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa. Transport & lunch $10. Transport from Amberley. May also be provided from Cheviot depending on numbers. • Monday 14 July - ski trip to Mt Lyford Community Service, Heritage and Environmental Awards

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Port Robinson Reserves - Planting Morning

Sunday 6 July – 9.00 am - Trees for Canterbury planting morning, followed by BBQ. Meet at gate on Manuka Bay Road Alcohol Hearings

14 July - DLC hearing application for the renewal of the On-licence for the Alpine Village Inn 18 July - ARLA hearing Public Meetigs

10 July - Council meeting Mayor’s Diary

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For more information on these activities and events, or on our business-as-usual services, visit our website www.hurunui.govt.nz or our Facebook page or call us on 314-0006, 319 8812 or 315 8400

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Fed Farmers NC president wants farmer’s voices heard Weather events impact on roads and rates in Kaikoura district Council signed off its the annual plan for the coming financial year last week. The weather events since Easter have created a situation we have to address in our roading network, particularly in the areas that bore the brunt of the storms. We have allocated extra resources for repairs and maintenance, the effects of this and as a result of submissions to the plan has put our rate rise for the coming year at 3.67%. Thank you to those who made submissions to the annual plan. While we haven’t experienced the large growth of our southern neighbours since the quake times, it is good to see the construc­ tion industry busy in town. We have new homes being developed in both Seaview and ocean ridge, the hospital construction is under way and the museum, library and civic offices are well under way, plus there is a major refit at Takahanga Marae. I recently attended the talent New Zea­ land Menu of Initiatives launch in Welling­ ton. The launch was to showcase a broad range of initiatives that communities across New Zealand could implement in order to create a flourishing talent based economy.

I believe while we are a small economy we can and should align with this process. We have many of the attributes that make us an attractive option for a place to live. Our natural landscape and marine environment, art events like the eco art, the 48 hours in Kaikoura photography competi­ tion, Trash fashion and more. These events all make a community varied and attractive. The Mcinnes Institute is driving this process and have travelled the country to interview people and organisations. The outcomes are a menu of initiatives and workstreams with the intention of retaining the talent we have in New Zealand, attract­ ing new talent to New Zealand and attracting talent back home. Also to grow talent through schools, apprenticeships,and universities and to grow talent through civil society and social and private enterprise. While on the talent theme, what a fantastic event we have thanks to the Seaward Kaikoura Ladies Lions Trash Fashion show. You need to keep reading the programme just to reinforce that it is trash fashion and not a fully fledged catwalk fashion parade, the quality of many garments is a credit to those involved and well done to Linda Bennett for her creative win.

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Dear Editor, The letter (26 June 2014) from the relieved and quickly restored owners of the caravan stolen last Sunday night shows that recovery was achieved by fast action by the Police and by the vigilance of a member of the commun­ ity who reported the sighting of the caravan. That police action and the wonderful actions of the member of the public are to be applauded. It is great to see this alive in our community. Yours, Peter Fantham, Rangiora.

Dear Editor, To the person driving north on Mount Brown Road in a bright blue Suzuki Swift or similar small car at about 10.45am on Friday June 27, you came very close to knocking first me, and then my husband off our bikes when you passed us just before you turned right into Racecourse Road. I heard you coming up behind me and estimated you’d pass me at the same time as an approaching car. I knew there was insufficient room on the seal for you to pass safely and some sixth sense ­ and the fact that I was on a mountain bike ­ made me

By Lynda Murchison, President, Federated Farmers North Canterbury North Canterbury farmers are still coming to grips with new council rules for managing water quality in Canterbury. Over 120 farmers attended a Federated Farmers meeting at Oxford last Tuesday night (June 26) to learn more about Overseer and Farm Environment Plans. Many farmers expressed concern at the unfairness of restric­ tions on land use intensification or change for low nitrogen loss farmers in some zones. In my view some of the rules are pretty unfair. That was why I chose to get involved with North Canterbury Federated Farmers, to see if we can’t get something a bit fairer and more workable for all farmers. Federated Farmers has lodged appeals on the rules it can, given the very limited appeal rights in Canterbury, and is working with

Environment Canterbury to address other issues. Just because we tell farmers about the rules doesn’t mean we agree with them. However, they are in place until such time as we can replace them and farmers need to know how they work, especially if looking to buy land or change land uses. I believe the farmer’s voice has not been as robust in some of these planning processes over the last few years. That needs to change. There are still opportunities to improve on the rules we have now, but given the very limited appeal rights in Canterbury much of this has to be done by negotiation around the table rather than lawyers at 20 paces. Farmers are only two percent of the voting public but we are a very smart and clever 2%. We have a young, enthusiastic new executive in North Canterbury Federated Farmers and we need the support of farmers to make this happen.

Rose pruning A rose pruning demonstration providing hints and tips for winter pruning will be held in Rangiora on Saturday, July 12 at 10am (if wet July 19). The demonstration will be carried out by Michael Brown, on behalf of the Rangiora Rotary Club, outside Rangiora Eye­Care. Everyone welcome.

Kane Shield Dust off your swim suits, the Kane Shield swimming competition is returning on July 14. Where old and young, fast and slow, compete for the Kane Shield. Art Expo The Kaiapoi Art Expo will be held on July 19 to 20 in the Kaiapoi Working Men’s Club. Guest artist this year is Mary Kelleher.

move on to the gravel at the side of the road just before you passed me. If I hadn’t done so you’d have hit me. As it was your wing mirror almost touched my leg. You then drove straight at my husband who was about 50 metres in front of me and avoided him by swerving suddenly and violently at the very last moment. We were wearing high vis clothing, riding single file well to the left on a quiet country road. Following the law and slowing down until you could pass us and approach­ ing vehicles safely, would have added all of 10 seconds to your journey; your failure to do that could well have cost one or both of us our lives.

We cycle a lot and most drivers we encounter are courteous and sensible but, as the titanium plate in my husband’s neck attests, it only takes one distracted, incompetent or aggressive driver to wreak havoc on another person’s life. You can be thankful we couldn’t catch up with you because if we had, you’d have been on the receiving end of an adrenaline fuelled tongue lashing. Had we got your registration, we’d have lodged a complaint with the Police. It won’t matter to a person you kill or injure whether you are spatially chal­ lenged, distracted, technically incom­ petent or boorishly aggressive ­ but it might contribute to the decisions taken

about what you’d be charged with and the sentence you’d get. Yours, Lynn Williams. Letters to the Editor are welcome

Letters welcome and should be no more than 250 words long. All letters will be published at the Editor’s discretion and edited or abridged if required. Letters can be sent by email to robyn.bristow@thenewsnc.co.nz or info@thenewsnc.co.nz. They can also be posted to The News, Box 86, Amberley.

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Nth Canterbury rodeo rider looks forward to November North Canterbury farmer Jono Reed first tried his hand at rodeo when he was 15 ­ riding steers on his parent’s farm in Hawarden complete with makeshift haybale arenas. Now, aged 28, he holds a national title and has competed all over the world riding bulls bred for their bucking abilities and weighing up to 1000kg. This November Jono will compete alongside the world’s best at the inaugural Professional Bull Riders (PBR) New Zealand Cup in Christchurch, after being named as one of the five riders in the first ever New Zealand team to compete. PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organisation and one of America’s fastest growing sports, is bringing together the top 22 bull riders from the United States, Australia and New Zealand for the event. With more than 300 PBR events worldwide, it will be the first time that the ‘toughest sport on dirt’ will be showcased in New Zealand. Before deciding to go farming full­time, Jono was spending up to six months on the road competing at rodeos in the United States, Canada and Brazil. He was the New Zealand Rodeo Cowboys Association Bull Ride Champion in 2012, and continues to compete on the New Zealand circuit. Jono, who has ridden ‘‘well over a 1000’’ bulls since his debut, says rodeo is as much a mind game as it is physical. ‘‘In some situations I still get a little bit nervous, but when you are going through the motions you learn to concentrate on your routine and it almost becomes second nature. ‘‘You can practice all of your moves but at the end of the day it is about believing in yourself and having confidence. Once you are at the top of your game it comes down to your subconscious reactions.’’ The sport has landed the Angus cattle breeder in hospital with dislocated shoulders, broken wrists and having to undergo surgery for a knee reconstruction after a bull stepped on him. Yet the thrill of competing and the ‘‘pretty

awesome bunch of guys’’ that he spends every weekend with during the rodeo season make it all worthwhile. He also gives back to the sport by holding a coaching school in Reefton on the West Coast every summer. The PBR New Zealand Cup is a pinnacle event and will help put bull riding on the map, says Jono. ‘‘At the moment it is not widely recognised in New Zealand, and with PBR being a world­renowned event this is huge for the industry. ‘‘I’m excited about competing on home ground alongside some of the world’s best riders.’’ With the cowboy being the underdog in rodeo, the key to being a successful bull rider is showing grit and determination. ‘‘You also need to be an athlete. ‘‘The skills required for bull riding are closer to that of a gymnast than a body builder as it is all about balance. ‘‘Just like any sport, it is about drive and determination ­ people who put in the most come out on top.’’ The PBR New Zealand Cup will be held at the CBS Arena in Christchurch on Thursday, November 13, 2014. Tickets, which start at $89, are available through Ticketek.co.nz or PBR.co.nz. This year is the 21st year of the PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organisation. In just two decades, the dream of 20 bull riders has become a global sport which is televised worldwide. More than 100 million viewers watch primetime PBR programming on networks annually around the world including CBS, CBS Sports Network, NBC, and NBC Sports Network. The PBR has awarded over $100 million in prize money and 24 riders have earned over $1 million. This includes Justin McBride with $5.5 million ­ the most of any Western sports athlete in history. For tour information go https:/ /www.facebook.com/pbrnewzealand or visit the website http://www.pbrnewzealand.co.nz

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Pastoral care workers farewelled By David Hill Kaiapoi has farewelled its door knockers. A community­based pastoral care team, which was set up after the September 2010 earthquake to knock on doors and check on residents, was farewelled on Friday after nearly four­years service, with funding to pay its co­ ordinator ending on Monday. Waimakariri District Council policy and customer services manager Simon Markham says the pastoral care team, which was a community initiative supported by the churches, has played a vital role in Kaiapoi’s recovery. Mr Markham says the pastoral care team operated under the umbrella of the Darnley Club, which has an existing contract with the Ministry of Social Development, and reported to the council and the earthquake hub. ‘‘They would knock on the doors and find out what was going on and refer them to us. ‘‘Initially they did it for love and then we got some funding for them to employ a co­ ordinator.’’ ‘‘It’s a bit of a phenomena immediately after disasters, this outpouring of goodwill and people go the extra mile to help others. The pastoral care team was originally co­ ordinated by Jane Davidson, then Ken Light, before Margaret Cooke took over about 12 months ago. Mr Markham says sometimes the only way to reach the most vulnerable is by knocking on doors. ‘‘Even after a year or 18 months after the earthquake they were discovering people by door knocking who hadn’t lodged a claim with EQC (Earthquake Commission), because they thought someone else was worse off and they had a strong sense of self­reliance. But it was bad for their own well being. ‘‘And by knocking on doors in the newer subdivisions they found people who had relocated from the red zones, but their issues still hadn’t been resolved.’’ Mayor David Ayers attended the farewell function in Kaiapoi on Friday to personally thank Mrs Cooke and earthquake support co­

Sally Binnie (back, third from left), Margaret Cooke (back, third from right) and David Ayers (back, right) with Kaiapoi pastoral care team volunteers. ordinator Sally Binnie, who also finished up after three years. ‘‘We have always said the social recovery was the most important thing and that’s not to say the physical things are not important. ‘‘The pastoral care teams have played a vital role in that connection between people in the streets and the council.’’ Darnley Club co­ordinator Chris Greengrass

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says she hopes pastoral care will continue in some form. ‘‘I think there is a place for a pastoral care moving forward, but how that will look I don’t know.’’ Mr Markham says funding has now been reallocated to the ‘‘Community in Mind’’ initiative based in Christchurch, which was launched last month.

‘‘It is about providing a reach out service across the whole of Greater Christchurch and how that might play out in Waimakariri is unknown. ‘‘It might be a little bit naive, but wouldn’t it be great to have some confidence that every door in the Greater Christchurch area got a knock with a friendly face to say ‘hi, how are you’ at least once every 12 months.’’

TimeBank Hurunui, last year. With a fantastic the district’s time and afternoon tea turned on skills exchange, is gear­ by time bank volunteers, ing up to its second the Big Swap is also a fun spring Big Swap event social occasion that we’re at Amberley’s Tin offering the community,’’ Shed on Saturday, says Ange. October 4. Last year’s Big Swap Co­ordinator Ange marked the launch of Davidson says the TimeBank Hurunui which inaugural Big Swap has made great strides in last September was a its first year and is nearing great success with the milestone of 100 people bringing things members. along they no longer Time bankers trade needed or wanted, and their time and skills to taking home some­ help each other, on the thing they did. basis that everyone’s time ‘‘We’re giving Timebank co-ordinator Ange Davidson. is valued equally so no people plenty of warn­ money need change ing about the upcoming Big Swap as winter is hands. a really good time to de­clutter and empty out ‘‘Time banking is very like the Big Swap. the back of the cupboards. ‘‘You give something, receive something, ‘‘We’re specifically looking for good quality but don’t have to make a direct swap with clothes, toys, books, tools, and plants, and we anyone ­ and everyone is the richer for it,’’ can store these items if people want to drop says Ange. them off in advance,’’ says Ange. The TimeBank Hurunui Big Swap 2014 will At the Big Swap, people donate items take place between 1 and 4 pm on Saturday, they’d like to give away and then select October 4, at the Amberley Domain pavilion. whatever takes their fancy from the pool. For more information about the event, or ‘‘We’ve had many requests to hold another about how time banking works, please contact Big Swap so we are doing just that! TimeBank Hurunui co­ordinator Ange ‘‘As this will be a celebration of our first Davidson on 03 314 7332 or email hurun­ birthday, we want to make it even better than ui@community.timebanks.org.

Waterway name correction In last week’s edition of The News a photograph was published of repair work on an Amberley waterway in the wake of recent flooding. The caption describing the work wrongly identified the waterway as Dock Creek. A story had also earlier referred to the

waterway as Dock Creek. The waterway is in fact, the north branch of the Kowai River into which Dock Creek flows. Thank you to the many readers who alerted The News to the wrong name being used. The error is regretted.

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St John honour Four Square Four Square is turning 90 on July 4 and to thank them for their support St John will be taking to the streets in their health shuttle, handing out birthday cakes. Four Square has been sponsoring health shuttles throughout New Zealand since 2011 with the first rolled out in Central Otago. The celebratory cakes will be delivered to five Four Square supermarkets throughout the Hurunui district this Friday as a mark of appreciation to Four Square’s ongoing sponsor­ ship of St John’s health shuttle. Pauline Nelmes who is organising the trip, says the shuttle will leave from Amberley early morning starting with the Amberley Four Square, before heading to Hawarden. The shuttle will then continue to Culverden Four Square and then on to Hanmer Springs where they will stop for lunch after presenting the cake. A trip over the Leader Road will take them to Cheviot, which will be their last Four Square visit for the day.

The cakes have all been baked by volunteer drivers, of which the shuttle has about 19. The Hurunui Health Shuttle has become increasingly popular with those needing to attend medical appointments in Christchurch and who for some reason or another can’t get transport to them. The shuttle takes people from the Hurunui District along with those from Kaiapoi, Rangi­ ora and even Belfast. The health shuttle in North Canterbury was started as a pilot scheme in 2012 and thanks to people using it regularly has continued to thrive. The Four Square name came about on July 4, 1924. Founder, Heaton Barton, was talking on the phone that day to one of his buying group members and put a square around the 4 on his calendar. He suddenly realised he had a name for the buying group, stating that ‘‘They would stand four square to all the winds that blew.’’ Products appeared under the Four Square brand by the end of 1924.

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of Diabetes and her practice has been chosen to host a student from AUT later this year, who is the first winner of a rural scholarship from Podiatry New Zealand.``It is the inaugural scholarship and we are the first practice to host a student,'' she says.Total Podiatry offers clinics at Oxford and Darfield which opened when Whitney began practicing on her own-account in December 2012. Since then a clinic has been added in Rangiora, with Kaiapoi and Cheviot more recent additions.Whitney says there is often funding available for clients attending her clinics. Total Podiatry is an ACC provider and there is also other sources of funding available for eligible clients such as War Veteran funding and criteriabased funding for people with diabetes through an ERMS referral from a general practitioner.Anyone wanting to make an appointment at any of the five clinics can ring 0800 747 848 and talk to Jane Hinz.Jane is vastly experience in office administration and management and also has experience working with the elderly.People can also visit the Total Podiatry website at www.totalpodiatry.co.nz for information about services.

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Kaiapoi town centre update Waimakariri District Council will update residents on the latest progress and plans for the Kaiapoi town centre. Update evenings have been held annually since 2012, and have been well attended by the local community and business owners. Council staff will present updated information on topics including the plans for the Kaiapoi Wharf and the riverbanks, Kaiapoi Library development progress, the status and development activity of commer­ cial and residential areas and the Land Use Recovery Plan. Enterprise North Canterbury staff will also provide an update on business support and promotion initiatives.

Council senior policy analyst Heike Lulay says the update evening will portray the high levels of developmental activity in Kaiapoi. ‘‘With a combination of council projects and private redevelopment plans, Kaiapoi town centre will see even more exciting changes in the near future. ‘‘This event provides a great opportunity to come along and hear about how the town centre is progressing and what is planned.’’ The update evening will run from 5.30 pm to 7.15 pm at the Kaiapoi Golf Club, 373 Williams Street in Kaiapoi. Refreshments will be available from 5 pm. Registrations to attend the evening are not required.

Official rubbish bags introduced Bev Brain (centre) with Waimakariri Mayor David Ayers (left) and Rangiora Promotions chairman Kevin Johnson.

Retirement not in Bev’s plans By David Hill Bev Brain might be approaching 80, but she is not ready to retire. Rangiora Promotions sprung a surprise on long time retailer at its ‘‘Last Wed Club’’ function at Monteiths last week, ahead of her 80th birthday this month. Bev has been a retailer in Rangiora for 32 years, since she purchased the Wool Shop with her sister in 1982. While her sister retired four years later and her husband Allan decided to retire for good after helping out at the shop for for a while, Bev says ‘‘when I get old I’ll retire’’. ‘‘I like meeting people and I get bored at home in the long weekends. I like to get up at 7am each day with a purpose.’’ While she keeps her Mondays free for bridge and keeps her Friday mornings and Saturday for taking her dog for a swim at

Waikuku Beach, the rest of the week she can be found at the Wool Shop. Bev says the biggest change since 1982 has been the last four years, since the earthquakes. Local businesses rallied around to support Bev’s celebration, with Artisan Rangiora Bakery supplying a cake in a ball of wool style called ‘‘Bev, 80g’’ and proudly proclaiming to be ‘‘Made in New Zealand’’. Monteiths provided nibbles and Artist’s Eye Gallery supplied a designer card. Mayor David Ayers was also on hand to help Bev celebrate. Rangiora Promotions chairman Kevin John­ son says he was delighted to acknowledge Bev’s long standing presence in High Street. ‘‘Bev is an amazing lady. She opened her shop in 1982 and has certainly shown she has got what it takes to be a successful retailer.’’

Hurunui District Council has introduced official refuse bags. From Tuesday, household and commercial refuse had to be contained in an official Hurunui District Council refuse sack in order to be collected by Council’s contractor. From this date, refuse not in official council bags will be stickered and left. Householders and businesses in the majority of townships were delivered their official refuse and recycling bags during week commencing June 23. Householders in Gore Bay, Mt Lyford and Hanmer Springs were sent a voucher to redeem. These were posted out during the week commencing June 16 to the address of the ratepayer, so those renting properties need to contact the property owner to obtain their voucher. Rural householders who pay the collection rate will also receive a voucher, which was posted during week of June 16. Those in rented properties will need to contact the property owner to obtain their voucher. This must be signed and taken to one of the locations listed on the voucher to collect the

bags. From July 1 rural collection stickers will no longer be valid and refuse bags with these attached will not be collected. If extra refuse or recycling bags are required during the year, they can be purchased from the locations below. The cost per refuse bag will be $2.50 and 50 cents per recycling bag (reviewed yearly). Official refuse bags have been available to buy since June 23. 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 2014/15, the collection rate per urban household and business will be $200 (a decrease of $60), plus those paying will receive 52 official refuse and 52 recycling bags. The decrease in cost is due to the savings achieved by council tendering its waste and recycling collection and processing services in 2013. Further information will be available shortly or can be obtained by telephoning 03 314 8816.

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Kaiapoi family receives Habitat home ‘hand­up’ ‘‘subsidised rent of up to one­third of their family income, which works out considerably less than market rent’’. After 10 years the family is able to purchase the house at an agreed market value, with rent already paid, less expenses, counting as equity, Mr Taylor says. ‘‘We take off the maintenance, rates and insurance, but the majority of the rent goes to paying off the house. ‘‘It used to be that families would pay off the house within the 10 years, but we project that they will go to the bank in 10 years and have 60­70 per cent equity. ‘‘So it’s a hand­up, rather than a hand­out. These families all have someone working, but because of the expensive housing prices and rents they would have no show of buying a house.’’ Sunday’s dedication ceremony was attended by Waimakariri Mayor David Ayers, local MP Clayton Cosgrove and dozens of Habitat volun­ teers. The Government’s Social Housing Fund has contributed 50% of the $7.5m project and the Canterbury Community Trust 25%. Habitat for Humanity is contributing the remaining 25% through a combination of commercial finance, volunteer labour and donations.

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Bishop returns home to Waimak Repairs to Kaiapoi’s Catholic Church may not be far away. Christchurch Catholic Bishop Barry Jones says the Kaiapoi, Rangiora and Oxford Catholic Churches are all expected to receive earthquake repairs and strengthening work later this year, with work on Kaiapoi’s St Patrick’s Catholic Church expected to begin later this month. Bishop Jones visited Kaiapoi and Rangiora on Friday, taking time out to visit students at the local St Patrick’s and St Joseph’s Catholic Schools. He told the students about his childhood in

Rangiora, where he attended St Josephs Cath­ olic School. One student asked him about becoming a bishop. ‘‘I was quite happy being a parish priest. But I got asked to be the bishop by the Pope and when the Pope asks you to do something you have to try and say yes.’’ As the local bishop, he is the proprietor of 30 schools throughout the diocese, including two in North Canterbury and says he is proud that all of them are still operating following the earthquakes.

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Mid­winter dip sure to be a splash Volunteers are being sought to take the plunge. Rangiora Promotions is calling for brave business people and well known Rangiora personalities to break out their togs and splash into an icy pool of water to support the Rangiora Stroke Club. A revival of the ‘‘Blue Day’’ event from previous years, the Rangiora Midwinter Splash is being held on Saturday July 26 from 11am to 2pm and features a pool and jumping platform being erected on a central High St location by the Rangiora Lions Club. The Rangiora Volunteer Fire Brigade will fill the pool with water, Horton Signs have donated signs for the event and Snap Fitness are providing overall sponsorship and a marquee for changing on the site. From this week donation buckets will be located in Rangiora businesses, and if the designated ‘‘Splash Total’’ is reached, the person nominated agrees to jump. Volunteers to date include Waimakariri Mayor David Ayers and National Party candi­ date Matt Doocey who has issued a challenge to his political rivals. Waimakariri Green Party candidate Reuben

David Ayers takes the plunge at a previous mid-winter splash. Hunt has ‘‘politely declined’’ Mr Doocey’s challenge and says under National’s water quality standards policy ‘‘it would not be possible to do this with river water in the future, as it would probably lead to illness’’. Several businesses have already volunteered to take part including The Warehouse, Reality

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Bites, Snap Fitness and Postie Plus. Rangiora Promotions co­ordinator Kirstyn Barnett is hoping for more entries. ‘‘Rangiora businesses are really getting into the spirit of the occasion and planning to raise good totals,’’ she says. ‘‘There will also be a ‘‘Winter Wonderland’’ business decoration competition, with Reality Bites Cafe providing a delicious morning tea as the prize for the winning business.’’ Rangiora Promotions chairman Kevin John­ son says he would like to see more business managers putting their hand up to jump and has also volunteered. ‘‘All proceeds are going to the local Stroke Club which is a great cause. What’s a bit of cold water? ‘‘Let’s show what strong stuff Rangiora people are made of!’’ There will also be hot food and coffee available for participants and spectators which will make for great family entertainment, so ‘‘come along to shop ’n splash’’, says Kirstyn. To register or for more information contact Kirstyn on 021­312230 or email rangiorapro­ motions@gmail.com.

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Lincoln University is bouncing back after the earthquakes. Like other Canterbury institutions, Lin­ coln University suffered in the aftermath of the Canterbury earthquakes with a drop in student enrolment numbers, falling from 2252 domestic students and 1195 interna­ tional students in 2010 to 2156 and 1031 respectively for the 2011 university year and 2133 and 903 in 2012. However, there are signs of recovery, with 2165 domestic students and 947 interna­ tional students enrolling last year. Vice Chancellor Dr Andrew West says the university is strengthening its focus on its core purposes ­ to help ‘‘feed the world, protect the future and help people live well’’. ‘‘Lincoln has a good international rank­ ing, being ranked in the top 100 for agriculture and amongst the top 500 uni­ versities world­wide overall (QS Rankings). Lincoln was the only university in New Zealand to improve its rankings this year, entering the top 500 universities in the world.’’ Dr West says Lincoln University is New Zealand’s only member of the exclusive EuroLeague for Life Sciences, a network of the top seven specialist­land­based uni­ versities in Europe. Last year four non­ European institutions were invited to join their group, including Lincoln University, Cornell University (in New York state), China Agricultural University and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He says the university also has the highest research intensity per staff member of any New Zealand university, thanks largely to

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A change in career focus has proved successful for Isaac Vujcich who was in March named Canterbury/North Otago dairy trainee of the year. In September 2012, the 28­year­old traded in his day job as a senior IT technician to chase a career in dairying and to this day he has never looked back. Isaac made the move from Auckland to Oxford to work on a 730 cow dairy farm on the Waimakariri River where he was 2IC when he won the local trainee of the year. Proactively working his way up the career ladder, he hopes to be a manager by the 2015­2016 dairy season. This year was the second time Isaac entered the New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards. He describes the experience as ‘‘well worth it’’ as it helped him identify his strengths and weaknesses. So what makes someone up and leave a promising IT career to work on a farm? For Isaac it was his affinity for the outdoors and rural living. ‘‘I never liked Auckland, the people are too cold. I love the sense of community in rural areas. I love to walk down the road and be able to chat to anyone,’’ he says. ‘‘Growing up on a deer farm in Northland, I’ve always been an out­ doors type of guy and being stuck in the city, stuck inside, didn’t really float my boat.’’ Realising how much opportunity there was in the dairy industry, Isaac began training with Primary ITO only a few months after arriving in the South Island. He learned about milk quality, health and husbandry and animal feeding and pastures and says his training helped with his decision mak­ ing on­farm. ‘‘I wanted to learn as much as I could as quickly as possible and Primary ITO was a great way to do that,’’ he says.

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Of his training, Isaac says he also enjoyed the social setting the classes offered. ‘‘I loved going to the courses, they’re a nice relaxing environment, very social. Moving here I didn’t really know anyone. All of the friends I have here, I met at the courses.’’ To help him achieve his long­term goal of farm ownership Isaac intends to do the National Diploma in Agribusi­ ness Management which is new initiat­

ive involving key industry organisa­ tions’ Primary ITO, DairyNZ and Beef + Lamb New Zealand. He says he’s excited to learn about agribusiness finance and staff manage­ ment. Isaac is no stranger to higher learn­ ing, having completed a Bachelor of Business Studies majoring in manage­ ment and marketing at Massey Uni­ versity Albany while living in Auck­ land.

All eyes are on Lincoln as the country’s top young farmers assemble today. The 2014 ANZ Young Farmer Contest Grand Final begins today at 4.30pm with the official opening at the Lincoln University library. Here the top seven contestants will be introduced to the public and compete in the first head­to­head challenge. The competition over the follow­ ing two days is a testament to the sophistication of modern farming and level of skill and knowledge required to be successful in the field. The top seven young farmers have made it through to the grand final by competing in their local district competition and taking first place in their regional finals. The grand finalists are: Reuben Carter (Tasman), Dean Rabbidge (Otago/Southland), Brad Lewis (Taranaki/Manawatu), David Kidd (Northern), Dwayne Cowin (Wai­ kato/Bay of Plenty), Sully Alsop (East Coast), and James Davidson (Aorangi). Gates open for the practical day events on Friday from 8am at the Lincoln University grounds (corner of Farm and Weedons Rds, gold coin donation entry). Here, the contestants will be tested on all practical aspects of farming. Anything and everything can be tested. The fast paced Agri­sports Chal­ lenge at 2.30pm is undoubtedly the feature event of the day. Contest­ ants compete side­by­side in a series of agricultural challenges in a test of speed, skill and stamina. They are racing not only against each other but against the clock, and must be mindful that most of the points are allocated for the quality

of the work. First to finish does not necessarily assure victory. A number of events are on offer during the practical day and there is sure to be something entertaining for all ages and interests, including the national finals for New Zealand Young Farmers competitions in the Gun City Clay Target Shooting, Farmlands Fencing and the CRV Ambreed Stock Judging. The AgriKidsNZ grand final features the Karetu Kids and the Gumboot Gang from North Loburn School, while Rotherham’s Jack Anderson is competing for St Andrews College in the TeenAg grand final. The preliminary round for the World Young Shepherds Challenge will also be held, with the top two competitors set to earn a trip to France to represent New Zealand at the final in October. After the practical day the Young Farmers Contest grand finalists will have just a few hours to prepare a speech for the ANZ Sponsors and Speeches Dinner held at the Wig­ ram Airforce Museum. Saturday evening is the final hurdle as the grand finalists are put under the spotlight at CBS Arena in Christchurch for the quiz show as they make their last effort to claim the 2014 champion title and the prize pack worth nearly $70,000. After the evening show, the festivities will carry on into the evening with the black­tie ‘‘Celebra­ tory Ball’’ at Addington Raceway. The evening show will be tele­ vised on Saturday on TV1 at 11.30pm, then replayed on Sunday at 6.45am on TV1 and at 9.30pm on Heartland. Viewers can also tune in live at TVNZ OnDemand on Satur­ day evening from 6.30pm.

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Art & craft expo aims to be bigger and better Woodend’s Art and Craft Expo promises to be bigger and better, thanks securing extra funding. The Woodend Community Association has secured funding from Creative Communities Waimakariri and Enterprise North Canterbury to run the annual expo at the Woodend Community Hall on Sunday August 31 from 10.30am to 4pm. ‘‘With additional funding support we have contracted the services of a local event organiser Belinda Topp to help us grow the event,’’ says association chairman Stuart Hide. ‘‘If you would like to host a speed craft session please get in touch with Belinda to register your interest.’’ The aim of the expo is to offer all ages and craft abilities from across North Canterbury the opportunity to have a go during 30 minute ‘speed craft’ sessions throughout the day. The association has been running the event for a number of years and is keen to see the programme expand for 2014 with a greater range of art and crafts to try. ‘‘We are lucky in North Canterbury to have a huge amount of talented small business / craft hobbyists keen to show and sell their wares so we are providing a larger space this year to support these great people,’’ Belinda says. Belinda is from Rangiora and is the mother of a two­year­old. She recently launched her own event man­ agement business, Ideal Events, and intro­ duced a new Rangiora event, ‘‘Toddlers Big Day Out’’. Toddlers Big Day Out was held in January this year and was a huge success with an audience of around 2000 people and has led to winter version, ‘‘Toddlers’ Big Day In’’, which will be held during the July school holidays. Both events are expected to become annual events. Belinda has also worked on larger scale events including the Christchurch Diwali Fest­ ival of Lights and is the production manager for the annual Christchurch Chinese Lantern

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Rangiora is the place to be these school holidays, culminating in the annual Victoria Park Kids Market. Kidsfest events in Rangiora from next week include entertainment, making fish kits, icing a gingerbread kid, horsing around, a pool party, a disco, safety, a quiz evening and the popular Kids Market. The ‘‘Great Rangiora Kids Market’’ has become the traditional finale to Kidsfest in the Waimakariri district and features young buyers or sellers at Victoria Park on Friday July 18, from 10am to 1pm. Email thekeens@hotmail.com to book a stall, stalls cost $5. The Rangiora Library will host he Natural Magic on Wednesday July 9, 11am to 11.45am, and Bubbles the Clown on Wednesday July 16, 11am to 11.45am, at the Rangiora Baptist Church, East Belt. Admission $2 each. The library is also hosting a craft session creating a Japanese children’s festival fish kite, horsing around with Horsey Horse, an interna­ tional quiz evening, a world craft night and is setting a maps and charts display throughout the two weeks. Visit to library or email library@wm­ k.govt.nz to make a booking. ‘‘Teddy Stays out of Trouble’’ is back at the

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The traditional Snow Queen Astro turf a viable option By David Hill Rangiora students are getting set to tell the traditional story of Snow Queen these school holidays. The Disney movie Frozen, inspired by the Hans Christen Andersen fairytale, has been a box office hit, but the Dale Hartley School of Speech and Drama is practicing to perform a stage musical which stays ‘‘true to the traditional story’’. Company director Dale Hartley­ Brown says the show’s director Ciaraˆn Searle has been keen for the school to perform the Snow Queen for some time. ‘‘He’s been begging me for a while to do it, but I didn’t know anything about the story. But with the success of the Disney film ­ my kids have watched the movie over and over again and they know the words ­ we decided to give it a go. ‘‘Ciaran has written a musical close to the traditional story, but with some tweaks to allow for the strengths of the students in the show.’’ The traditional story Snow Queen is quite different from the movie Frozen, as the Snow Queen really is evil, Dale says. ‘‘Sadly if kids are looking for Elsa and Anna, they won’t find them. There is a snow queen and she does have the power to freeze things ­ but this story is quite different.’’ The Snow Queen (played by 16­year­ old Luana Barnes) casts a spell on a boy called Kai (16­year­old Harrison Coo­ per) and a piece of ice falls into his eye and ‘‘he can’t see things the way he used to’’. Now under her spell, Kai is taken by the Snow Queen back to the winter kingdom. The story then follows the journey of Gerda (16­year­old Lizzie Mullan), who is the equivalent of Anna in Frozen, who searches for her lover Kai (in the traditional story they are siblings) through spring, summer, autumn and

Astro turf at Clarkville’s Kendall Park is expected to benefit the community. Waimakariri District Council com­ munity green space manager Chris Brown says the astro turf at Kendall Park will allow for more efficient use of the sports fields as it struggles to cope with growing demand. Mr Brown was responding to enquiries received by The News from concerned residents who say the astro turf is too expensive. Construction work of the astro turf is under way and is due for com­ pletion by the end of August at a cost of more than $1 million, considerably less than figures being quoted in the community. ‘‘It gets really wet in that area near Kaiapoi, especially when we get autumn rain and we’ve had a lot of early season rain this year. It doesn’t drain well in that area so the ground stays wet for quite some time and you can’t play on it.’’ Mr Brown says given the district’s

Lizzie Mullan (16) and Harrison Cooper (16) play Gerda and Kai. Photo: Supplied. finally winter. ‘‘Lizzie is a fantastic performer. She appeared in Rangiora High School’s production of Rent last year,’’ Dale says. Along the way Gerda meets Bren­ niven the Crow (14­year­old Elliot Andrews), the summer princess (16­year­old Tara Hurley), the spring witch, gypsy robbers and goblins. ‘‘It’s a very interesting show with lots of colour,’’ Dale says. ‘‘This is a fairytale which is suitable for small children. We wanted to do a beautiful show this year. Last year we did the Jungle Book which was aimed at teenagers. It’s important for the students to do a range of things.’’

While the musical centres around girl characters, Dale says there is plenty for the boys with ‘‘a band of gypsy robbers which look like pirates’’ and goblins to keep them amused. Snow Queen ­ A Stage Musical will be performed by students at the Dale Hartley School of Speech and Drama, Studio Theatre, 62 Ashley Street, Rangi­ ora, from Wednesday to Friday July 9­12, with daily shows from 2pm and evening shows from 7.30pm on Thursday and Friday. Tickets $16. To book email doreen@dhssd.co.nz or call (03) 3138062. For more information go to www.dhssd.co.nz.

population growth, it could cost as much as $170 million to produce enough sports fields. Improving drainage is not an option at Kendall Park, as there is ‘‘no area to drain the water to’’ apart from the roadside, as the council has no drainage system in the area, he says. Mr Brown says the astro turf means multiple teams can train and matches can be played on one field without cutting up the ground. ‘‘Sports clubs often place their number one field with lights next to their club rooms, so it makes sense to have an astro turf beside it so you can train on it during the week and keep the number one field for the week­ end.’’ Kendall Park is primarily used as a soccer ground, and the astro turf is being made to FIFA (International Football Federation) standards with the grass being 6mm pile height. It can also be used for rugby and rugby league, with rugby posts available.

Waiau and Hanmer draw Waiau A and Hanmer A remained locked on points at the end of the first round of the Hurunui netball competition, following a hard fought, drawn match, at Waikari at the weekend. However Waiau, with a superior points differential, took the first round overall honours. Neither team had lost a game leading into the match which was keenly contested. Both mid­courts worked well with the agility and height of Andrew Murdoch an asset to Waiau, as he sent great ball to Waiau shooters Sarah Eastmond and Heni Moeke, who at times struggled with accuracy.

The Waiau defensive effort was tight but the Hanmer shooting combination of Kimberley Gibson and Courtney Hale­McKinstry kept the half time score close with Waiau up by one. In the second half both teams continued to hold their own with the final score being a 28­all draw.

Results were: Senior A: Cheviot A 29 Glenmark A 23, Hanmer A 28 Waiau A 28, Culverden A 33 Cheviot B 12. Senior B: Waiau B 31 Hawarden C 7, Waikari A 25 Cheviot C 17, Hawarden B 36 Cheviot S 22. Primary A: Glenmark PA 22 Hawarden PA 13, Cheviot PA 24 Culverden PA 12. Primary B: Hanmer PA 28 Waiau PB 7, Waiau PA 38 Glenmark PB 4. Primary C: Waiau PC 26 Glenmark PC 2, Hawarden PB 24 Culverden PB 10.

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A map showing where TBfree New Zealand is operating in the South Island.

Around 150 farmers attended a workshop run by Federated Farmers in Oxford to discuss how the new nutrient requirements will affect sheep and beef farmers. Photo: Lynda Murchison.

Call for farmers to unite Lynda Murchison is calling on sheep and beef farmers to be united as they come to terms with nutrient requirements. The Federated Farmers North Canterbury president says local sheep and beef farmers have been responding to the new nutrient requirements by pointing the finger at Federated Farmers. Mrs Murchison says Federated Farmers has begun running workshops around the region to advise sheep and beef farmers on their requirements, with more than 120 farmers turning out at Oxford last week and new sheep and beef spokesman Dan Hodgen also speak­ ing at Amuri Area School. ‘‘Farmers are starting to question why Feds hasn’t been fighting it and why is it now a mouthpiece for Environment Canterbury. ‘‘When I look at it, Feds didn’t do much and what it did do was very weak, so what we’ve got now is the end product. The fight has been had and lost. ‘‘But what I am saying to farmers is ‘if you don’t get involved that’s what happens when you don’t have a strong Feds’. As Chris Allen

(Federated Farmers Mid­Canterbury presi­ dent) has said ‘if you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu’.’’ Mrs Murchison says it is mainly sheep and beef farmers who are up in arms, because they have started to realise they need to comply and may not be able to develop their farms. ‘‘The small nitrogen loss farmers are being told they can’t make any more developments which will lead to nitrogen losses, so it could have big impacts going forward, including the potential value of their properties. Which is what they’ve been told before, but it’s only just started to hit home. ‘‘It’s why I got involved, so I understand where farmers are coming from. We can all get grumpy and throw the toys out of the cot, but sometimes we need to stand up and be counted.’’ Mrs Murchison says now is an opportune time for Federated Farmers members in North Canterbury to have a good hard look at the future of the organisation and whether far­ mers are going to be committed to it moving forward.

Progress made on Tb eradication By Malcolm Gilbert TBfree Canterbury chairman Great progress has been made in North Canterbury as we eradicate Tb from wild animal populations and reduce movement control areas and testing requirements. Although you are eight times more likely to get Tb in your herd from an infected possum, compared with an infected cow or deer, every movement or purchase of stock holds some risk of Tb infection. Herd owners should be aware that your herd can become infected with Tb by purchasing infected cattle or moving stock into Tb risk areas for grazing. Bovine Tb risk areas (known as Vector Risk Areas) are regions where infected wild animals, mainly possums, are thought to exist have been found. Assessing the risk and making wise purchasing decisions is vital to controlling the disease. We have developed a risk assessment tool to guide farmers when it comes to moving and buying animals. In March 2014, TBfree New Zealand announced a roll back of the movement control area south of the Hurunui River, excluding the area east of State Highway 1, around Hawarden and annual special testing area surrounding Darfield. Around 176,000 hectares has been removed from Canterbury’s Tb risk area since 2011 and this enabled a reduction in Tb testing requirements for around 4500 herds.

Malcolm Gilbert. There are five infected herds as of June 2014 in Canterbury down from 168 in 1996. However, bovine Tb is still present in the region and we encourage the new generation of farmers from both the vector risk areas and Tb­free areas to join the Canterbury TBfree committee. The committees appreciate landowners’ co­ operation with pest control and acknowledges the support of Canterbury farmers in fulfilling their Tb testing obligations. We will need your continued support for some time yet to ultimately achieve eradication of the disease. Contact Malcolm Gilbert (03) 3145831.

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Farmers watching ewe weight North Canterbury’s mild and wet season is creating a mix of challenges for farmers. Beef + Lamb New Zealand northern South Island director and Scargill Valley farmer Andy Fox says he is monitoring pasture covers and ewe weights carefully. ‘‘With the mild weather we’ve had quite a nice steady growth with the moisture and the warmth, so there is plenty of food around. ‘‘Two years ago we got the ewes too heavy, so we are monitoring them closely and weighing them once a month. If you put on too much weight you can have health issues.’’ He says his scanning results have been good, with his ‘‘B flock’’ now scanning at the level his ‘‘A flock’’ was scanning at 5­6 years ago. However, he is aware of other farmers whose percentages of ewes in­lamb are ‘‘back a little bit’’. ‘‘But I wonder if the later lambing flocks may get a better result because of the extra rain and food around. ‘‘Genetic gain does take a bit of time. We always try to buy the best rams we can and the work Beef + Lamb is doing is helping to improve the genetics.’’ Overall, Mr Fox says the outlook for sheep is looking good, with lamb prices looking promising. ‘‘All the indicators are it will be better than last season. Farmers in the North Island have been getting $130­140 for a good sized 22­25kg lamb carcass.’’ Mr Fox says Beef + Lamb is going to

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Farmers are monitoring ewe weights carefully, amid the mild and wet season. place more emphasis on the environ­ ment moving forward. ‘‘The environment is a big one. I was recently at a meeting with a speaker from Rabobank who was saying the farmers in New Zealand are talking about the environment more so than farmers in Australia and the United States.

‘‘Sheep and beef farmers have often sat back while dairy farmers have taken the hit and the last thing we want to see is the regulators take the stick to farmers. ‘‘So Beef and Lamb is going to go on the front foot and put together some of the tools farmers need to meet their obligations.’’

Contest offers technology boost for schools Entries for HP’s Rural Schools Com­ petition opened recently, giving rural New Zealand primary schools the chance to win a share of $20,000 worth of HP products and support. HP New Zealand (Printing and Per­ sonal Systems Group) has teamed up with Rural Women New Zealand to invite rural primary schools to enter the competi­ tion to win HP pro­ ducts, as well as sup­ port for the winning schools to help them get the most out of

their technology. HP Category Manager Victoria Mahan says the pro­ gramme is about equipping schools with the tools to help students in rural New Zealand thrive. ‘‘We are really looking forward to getting to know some rural schools in great depth and be able to support them with their technology needs. We hope that by providing the right resources and sup­ port through the HP Rural Schools initiat­ ive, it will be another

step to equipping children with the skills for a digital world,’’ Victoria says. Rural Women NZ education spokes­ person Kerry Maw says: ‘‘We are delighted to be par­ tnering in this initiat­ ive, which will offer a real IT boost to the winning schools.’’ HP New Zealand works extensively in the education sector and sees the positive impact on learning through the smart use of technology. Part of this pro­ gramme will be work­

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Ashley take Rakahuri Shield

To the victors, the spoils. Ashley with the Rakahuri Shield.

‘Rugby was the winner’ By Kit Carson It is an over­used expression, but it certainly fits the situation: ‘‘Rugby was the winner’’ in last Saturday’s inaugural Rakahuri Shield match between Saracens and Ashley at Rangiora’s Southbrook Park. The fact Ashley ran out the winners 22­5 was not really an issue on a day that showed off club rugby at its best, and raised an impressive $20,000 for cancer research. While the rugby was willing throughout the day, it was played in the best of spirits and the outcomes did not necessarily reflect the closeness of the encounters, particularly in the shield clash. For Saracens club stalwart and one of the organisers behind the shield, Pat Dooley, the size of the crowd and the generous response to the charity auction after the match, was the icing on the the cake. The mystery auction offered 40 pairs pink socks which the players had worn during the match, each holding a prize voucher, with an undisclosed value. ‘‘It (the auction) was huge, made even more so

by the willingness of players to bid for their own socks. ‘‘The result was way beyond our expectations.’’ Pat says the day was definitely not a one­off and will be repeated next year, hopefully on an even larger scale. ‘‘I would love to think that what started on Saturday will become our own Ranfurly Shield. ‘‘Most of these guys aspire only to play club rugby. ‘‘In spite of them being competitors on the paddock, most of them are mates off it. ‘‘They have grown up together, know each other well and are close. ‘‘I don’t think we could have organised this with any other club. ‘‘I believe the battle of the bridge is here to stay. ‘‘More pity the result, but as I said to the Ashley boys, ‘don’t screw it (the shield) to the wall, we will be coming after it next season.’’ Both clubs paid tribute to the generosity of the sponsors, saying the response had been overwhelm­ ing.

By Peter Williams Ashley is the inaugural winner of the Rakahuri Shield, an impressive new trophy that will be played for annually between Ashley and Saracens. The first half was an even affair. Dan Cook opened the scoring with a penalty for Ashley, but live­wire flanker Nathan Goodwin put Saracens in front when he dived over in the corner. The Ashley forwards started to dominate the forward exchanges but a determined Saracens defence kept them at bay until fullback Toby Ashby ran a clearing kick back at Saracens and, after offloading to a support player, he doubled round to score a good try wide out to give Ashley an 8­5 lead at half­time. A converted try to Ashley halfback Alex Mumford soon after the resumption stretched Ashley’s lead and with 10 minutes to go Ashley sealed its win with a try to Matt Kippenberger. Both second half tries were converted by Cook. The Saracens’ backs were well served by halfback Scott Bignold and some of the outside backs, particularly Reece Bennett, looked dan­ gerous. However they were kept in check by a committed effort on Ashley’s part, led by mid­ fielder Ethan Cameron, who was rewarded with the Waimak Real Estate man­of­the­match award. In the forwards prop Jamie Young was outstanding as was flanker Richie Hancox, who was playing his 150th senior match for Ashley. In a real nail­biter, Kaiapoi, for the second week in a row, came from behind to grab a last minute win. With just four minutes to go the home side Oxford had an eight point lead 23­15, having scored four tries to Kaiapoi’s two, and it seemed certain it had done enough to reclaim the Deans Shield. But Kaiapoi managed to score in the corner and took a hurried drop­kick conversion attempt to ensure that there was time for a re­ start. Having secured possession from the kick­off Kaiapoi ran it wide. Fullback Maka Tusani joined the backline and put a chip kick into

space. Tusani showed extreme speed to collar the Oxford defender as he gathered the ball and winger Grant Brice was on hand to swoop on the loose ball and crash over in the corner. At Omihi Glenmark was pushed all the way by a much improved Ohoka side that was well­led by No 8 Shaun Bent. When Ohoka winger Leo Lafai scored his second try just after half­time, Ohoka had established a useful 12­3 lead but Glenmark rallied its resources and with tries to winger Brad Hazeldene and fullback Sam Westenra it claimed a narrow 15­12 victory. After two rounds of the North Canterbury Luisetti Seeds competition, Kaiapoi and Ashley both have two wins and will meet at Loburn on Saturday. Not only will the competition lead be at stake, but so will the Deans Shield. The Kaiapoi Under 16 team brought another significant trophy north of the Waimak when it travelled to Ashburton to play Celtic in the final of the combined Under 16 competition last Saturday. When the two teams met earlier in the season, also in Ashburton, Celtic notched up a convinc­ ing victory and so was the favourite going into the final. Kaiapoi’s coaches Murray Bond, Brent Gri­ mes and Ray Scoon deserve credit for getting the boys into the right head space and the team responded magnificently. Trailing 15­11 at half time, Kaiapoi scored two tries soon after the resumption, having been set alight by replacement halfback Paris Kara, to go out to a 23­15 lead. But Celtic scored midway through the spell to close the gap to just one point. The remainder of the match was a real arm wrestle with Kaiapoi hanging on grimly for a 23­22 victory. Props Tyler Moses and Tyson Barnes turned in a tireless performance in anchoring the Kaiapoi forward effort, especially in the scrums where the team was dominant, gaining a number of invaluable tight heads. The whole Kaiapoi team deserve credit for an outstanding team performance in a high­quality match.

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Rangiora girls win The Rangiora girls Kwiksticks Gold hockey team, which has been very competitive in the division one grade secured its first win of the season. To date it has had five draws but on Saturday it put together an amazing team effort to notch up a 1­nil victory. Madeleine Dunn scored Ran­ giora’s goal after Willa Carpenter dribbled the ball into the circle and passed it across to Madeleine who hammered it home. Hayley McKellow was Ran­ giora’s player­of­the­day, for being a powerhouse in the midfield.

Results were: Women Division one: Rangiora 1 HSOB 1. Division Two: Rangiora 1 Avon 0. Player­of­ the­day: Shayla Thomas. Youth Grade: Rangiora 5 Marist 1. Goals: Rebecca Jelfs (3), Alex Earl and Kalyn Thomas. Player­of ­the­day: Ariel Pons.

Kwiksticks: Rangiora Green 0 Carlton 5. Player­of­the­day: Neve Sewell. Rangiora Gold 1 Other team 0. Super 8: Rangiora Rockets 1 HSOB 5. Goal: Lucy Moffatt. Player­of­the­day: Jessica Meyers. Intermediate: Rangiora Rhinos 3 Carlton 0. Goals: Catlin Baker (2) and Kaylee McDonald. Player­of­the­day: Phoebe Monopoli. Ministicks: Ravens 1 Harewood 1. Goal: Ella Sharpe. Player­of­the­day: Olivia Win Men Division Two: Rangiora 2 Selwyn 2. Player­of­ the­day: Matthew Johnson. Division Three: Rangiora 2 Marist 1. Player­of­ the­day: Josh Clauson. Under 18 Boys Rangiora 5 Harewood 0. Player­of­the­day: Hamish Roberts. Kwiksticks: Rangiora 9 Medbury 0. Goals: Justin Meyers (2), Jamie Shroeder (2), Jack Hurley (2), Blake Butler, Omri Kepes and Steven Kutyn. Player­of­the­day: Reuben Forde. Super 8 Boys: Rangiora 10 Carlton 0. Goals: Ty Grabowski (4), Ben Skinner (3), Jay Radonavich (2), Romah Chorley. Player­of­the­day: Ty Grabowski. Intermediate 8 Boys Rangiora 1 Avon/ St Michael 5. Player­of­the­day: Liam Hayes.

Rifle and bridge results Rangiora Smallbore Rifle Club: Amelia 100.3, S Vincent 99.7, C Kershaw 98.4, R McQueen 98.4, P Widdowson 96.4, D Jarman 195.8, Alister 95.1, B Lunn 194.11, R Dalzell 193.5, T Warming­Smith 93.2, SM Little 90.2, Kershaw 89.2, T Wilson 89.2, M Anderson 89.0, M Anderson 85.1, Kirsty 84.1, Stacey S 84.0, L Kay 86.0, K James 89.0, L Prickett 77.0, D Metcalf 77.0, N Camp 61.1, T Martin 52.0, C Andrew 55.0, D Wilson 59.0. Amberley Smallbore Rifle Club: Gordon Wright 99.6, Ian Frazer 97.4, Keith Brown 96.4, Adam Heaven 96.3, Chris Rhodes 95.4, Ross Harper 95.3, Tara Douglas 94.1, Michael Criglington 94.1, Grace Russell 88.3, Georgia Rhodes 87.0, Jacob Patchett 77.0, Thomas McIl­ raith 62.0. Rangiora Bridge: June 14, Saturday Pairs: North/South: Heather Waldron/Beverley Brain. East/West: Coby Lub­ bers/Diane Watson. June 16, afternoon Rimu Pairs: N/S: Jill Amer/ John Rawson 1, Rosalind Fahey/Richard Luisetti 2,

Heather Waldron/Jeanette Chatterton 3. E/W: Helen Dunn/Colleen Adam 1, Pat Green/Selwyn 2, Brian Stewart/Bruce Glenday 3. June 18, Wednesday Evening Individual: N/S: Richard Luisetti/John Rawson 1, Zac Ashley/Tony Biddington 2, Piet Schurink/Rewi Thompson 3. E/W: Junette McIntyre/Jill Amer 1, Jeanette Chatterton/Margaret Johnston 2, Fred Thompson/ Betty McGregor 3. June 21: Saturday Pairs: N/S: Tini Van De Loo/ Des Steere 1. E/W: Jane Jarrett/Robert Jarrett 1. June 23: Monday Afternoon Individual: N/S: Heather Waldron/Beverley Brain 1, Lois Gordon/ Denise Lang 2, Des Steere/Yvonne McLaughlan 3. E/W: Jim Amer/Bunty Marshall 1, Helen Dunn/ Adrienne Lamb 2, Fred Thompson/Sue McIlroy 3. June 25: Wednesday Evening Premier Pairs: N/S: Heather Waldron/Glenda Frapwell 1, Jill Amer/Hilary Lakeman 2, Jenny Shore/Elizabeth Duke 3. E/W: Colleen Adam/Lester Garlick 1, Owen Evans/Nikki Kutyn 2, Sue McIlroy/Junette McIntyre 3.

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From the Sidelines The Rangiora High School Press Cup team put a stake in the ground last week when it met Christs College in a mid­week fixture. Played on the hallowed turf of the Upper field at Christ’s College, Rangiora showed it can be very competitive, coming out with a 6­3 victory for a third win this season. The North Canterbury senior representative side beat Queensland Country at Kaiapoi last Thursday by 18­14. Coaches Shane Fletcher and Ray Southam expressed their satis­ faction with the performance of many of the players. They were using

the match primarily to build combin­ ations for the defence of the South­ bridge Shield against Ellesmere at Culverden on July 12. There was a surprise result in the first round of the Under 13 play­ offs when the unbeaten Ohoka team was downed by Amberley who had only finished sixth in the round robin, making for an interesting scramble for semi­final positions. Hurunui served notice it will again be the team to beat in the Mike Greer Homes Division 2 competi­ tion, beating joint leaders Amberley on Saturday.

North Canterbury rugby results Representative, Thursday June 26: North Canterbury 18 Queensland Country 14. June 28: Luisetti Seeds Division 1: Saracens 5 Ashley 22, Glenmark 15 Ohoka 12, Oxford 23 Kaiapoi 25. Mike Greer Homes Division 2: Amberley 7 Hurunui 43, Kaiapoi 8 Woodend 41, Saracens 17 Ashley 17. Mike Greer Homes Division 2 reserve: Glenmark­Cheviot 22 Ohoka 22, Saracens 58 Woodend 17, Oxford bye. Metro Colts: University defaulted to Ohoka, Glenmark 34 New Brighton 5. Women’s Plate Linwood 24 Burnside/Kaiapoi 23. Crusaders Secondary Schools ­The Press Cup ­ Wednesday June 25: Christs College 3 Rangiora HS 6. Mike Greer Homes U18: Hurunui 29 Kaiapoi 10. Ric Moore Challenge: Rangiora HS 27 Oxford/ Woodend 26. Combined U16 final: Celtic 22 Kaiapoi 23. Combined U16: Ashley 12 Prebbleton 15, Oxford defaulted to Harlequins, Woodend/Ohoka 36 Rolleston 40. Mike Greer Homes Under 14.5: Ashley 39 Kaiapoi 19, Saracens 36 Hurunui 10. Mike Greer Homes U13: Amberley 20 Ohoka 17, Kaiapoi 46 Hurunui 17, Oxford 7 Ashley Green 38, Saracens 0 Ashley Blue 55.

Mike Greer Homes U11.5: Ohoka Black 24 Amberley 39, Ashley Blue 26 Saracens Blue 17, Oxford Red 17 Ashley Green 58, Woodend 15 Hurunui 19, Kaiapoi 46 Saracens Red 24, Oxford Black 28 Ohoka Red 20. Mike Greer Homes U10: Ashley 55 Glenmark­Cheviot 30, Hurunui Black 35 Saracens Red 30, Ohoka Black 20 United 55, Kaiapoi 50 Woodend 15, Oxford 60 Saracens Blue 25, Hurunui Blue bye. MIke Greer Homes U9: Amberley 25 Ohoka Red 35, Ashley Blue 20 Glenmark­Cheviot 60, Hurunui 80 Saracens Red 25, Ohoka Black 50 United 25, Kaiapoi 55 Woodend 0, Oxford 55 Saracens Blue 25, Ashley Green bye. Mike Greer Homes U8: Ashley Blue 65 Glenmark­Cheviot 40, Hurunui Black 45 Saracens Red 10, Hurunui Blue 25 Ohoka Black 45, Kaiapoi 85 Woodend 20, Oxford 10 Saracens Blue 50. Mike Greer Homes U7: Saracens Red 95 Oxford Black 80, United 15 Ohoka Black 17, Amberley 90 Ohoka Red 60, Ashley Blue 30 Glenmark­Cheviot 30, Kaiapoi 50 Woodend 50, Oxford Red 75 Saracens Blue 65, Ohoka White 100 Saracens Orange 95. Mike Greer Homes U6: Ashley Gold 60 Ohoka Black 70, Saracens Black 35 Oxford Black 50, Saracens Orange 70 Ashley White 65, Amberley 55 Ohoka Red 50, Ashley Blue 75 Glenmark­Cheviot 60, Oxford Red 65 Saracens Blue 70 Saracens White 70 Saracens Red 70, Ohoka White 35 Saracens Green 55.

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NORTH CANTERBURY RUGBY SUB UNION DRAW FOR SATURDAY 5 JULY 2014 NORTH CANTERBURY - LUISETTI SEEDS DIVISION 1; Ashley v. Kaiapoi, Lob Lwr 1, 2.45pm, A Stead; Assistant Referees: K Hancox, TBA; Glenmark v. Oxford, Chev 1, 2.45pm, S Laird; Assistant Referees: D Taylor, B Egerton; Ohoka v. Saracens, Mand 1, 2.45pm, A Stokes; Assistant Referees: G Mathews, TBA; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY DIV 2 CHAMPIONSHIP; Ashley v. Kaiapoi, Lob Lwr 1, 1.00pm, K Hancox; Hurunui v. Saracens, Culverden 1, 1.30pm, Chris Rowe; Woodend v. Amberley, Wood 1, 2.45pm, J Archer; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY DIV 2 RESERVE; Glenmark-Cheviot v. Oxford, Chev 1, 1.00pm, D Taylor; Ohoka v. Saracens, Mand 2, 2.30pm, G McGiffert; Woodend bye; METRO - COLTS; Christchurch v. Glenmark, Christchurch Pk 1, 2.45pm; Ohoka v. CBHS 2nd XV, Mand 3, 2.45pm, G Dunseath; WOMENS - PLATE; Burnside/Kaiapoi v. Hornby/West Melton, Kaiapoi 1, 1.00pm, D Clark; CRUSADERS SECONDARY SCHOOLS - THE PRESS CUP; Rangiora HS v. Christchurch BHS, Rangiora HS 1, 2.45pm, G Inch; Assistant Referees: C Rowe, P Bigwood; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U18; Hurunui v. Rangiora HS, Culverden 1, 12.00pm, G Cate; Kaiapoi v. Oxford/ Woodend, Kai Oval, 2.00pm, K Fitzgerald; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U16; Ashley v. Kaiapoi, Lob 5, 2.30pm, R Lane; Woodend-Ohoka v. Oxford, Mand 1, 1.00pm, G Matthews; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U14½ PLAY OFF; Ashley v. Saracens, Lob 5, 1.00pm, l brine; Kaiapoi v. Oxford, Kai 2, 1.30pm, S Norton; Woodend v. Hurunui, Wood 2, 1.00pm, legros; MIKE GREER HOMES NC U13 PLAY-OFF ROUND; Ashley Blue v. Ashley Green, Lob Lwr 1, 11.45am, B Blackler; Amberley v. Kaiapoi, Amb 1, 11.45am, C Smith; Hurunui v. Oxford, Culverden 2, 12.30pm, S Clark; Ohoka v. Saracens, Mand 2, 11.45am, T Hurley; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U11½; Saracens Red v. Amberley, Sbk 3, 10.30am, club ref; Ashley Blue v. Kaiapoi, Lob 5, 11.45am, R Brine; Ohoka Red v. Ashley Green, Mand 1, 10.30am, club ref; Hurunui v. Oxford Black, Culverden 1, 11.15am, club ref; Woodend v. Ohoka Black, Wood 2, 10.30am, club ref; Oxford Red v. Saracens Blue, Ox Oval, 10.30am, club ref; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U10; Ashley v. Ohoka Black, Lob Lwr Jnr 3, 12.10pm; GlenmarkCheviot v. Oxford, Chev 2, 12.10pm; Kaiapoi U 10 v. Hurunui Blue, Kai Jnr 3, 12.10pm; Woodend v. Hurunui Black, Wood Jnr 4, 12.10pm; Ohoka Red v. Saracens Blue, Mand Jnr 4, 12.10pm; Saracens Red v. United, Sbk Jnr 7, 12.10pm; Amberley bye; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U9; Amberley v. United, Amb Jnr3, 10.00am; Glenmark-Cheviot v. Oxford, Cheviot 2, 10.00am; Kaiapoi v. Ashley Green, Kai Jnr 3, 10.00am; Woodend v. Hurunui, Wood Jnr 4, 10.00am; Ohoka Red v. Saracens Blue, Mand Jnr 4, 10.00am; Ohoka Black v. Saracens Red, Mand Jnr 5, 10.00am; Ashley Blue bye; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U8; Amberley v. Hurunui Black, Amb Jnr3, 11.05am; Glenmark-Cheviot v. Oxford, Cheviot 2, 11.05am; Kaiapoi v. Ashley Green, Kai Jnr 3, 11.05am; Woodend v. Ashley White, Wood Jnr 4, 11.05am; Ohoka Red v. Saracens Blue, Mand Jnr 4, 11.05am; Ohoka Black v. Saracens Red, Mand Jnr 5, 12.10pm; Hurunui Blue v. Ashley Blue, Culverden Jnr 4, 11.05am; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U7; Amberley v. United, Amb 2A, 10.50am; Glenmark-Cheviot v. Saracens Orange, Cheviot 1, 10.50am; Kaiapoi v. Ashley Green, Kai 2A, 10.00am; Ohoka Black v. Oxford Black, Mand Jnr 7, 10.50am; Ohoka Red v. Saracens Blue, Mand Jnr 6, 10.50am; Ohoka White v. Saracens Red, Mand Jnr 8, 10.50am; Oxford Red v. Ashley Blue, Ox 4A, 10.50am; Woodend v. Hurunui, Wood 3A, 10.50am; MIKE GREER HOMES NTH CANTY U6; Amberley v. Saracens Black, Amb 2A, 10.00am; Glenmark-Cheviot v. Saracens Orange, Cheviot 1, 10.00am; Kaiapoi v. Ashley Green, Kai 2A, 10.50am; Ohoka Black v. Oxford Black, Mand Jnr 7, 10.00am; Oxford Red v. Ashley Blue, Ox 4A, 10.00am; Saracens Blue v. Ashley Gold, Sbk 4A, 10.00am; Ohoka White v. Saracens White, Mand Jnr 8, 10.00am; Woodend v. Hurunui, Wood 3A, 10.00am; Ohoka Red v. Saracens Red, Mand Jnr 6, 10.00am; Saracens Green v. Ashley White, Sbk 5B, 10.00am;

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Properties for sale throughout North Canterbury

6 Marchmont Road, Rangiora View Sunday 6 July 1.30 - 2pm Deadline Sale Offers over $569,000 Closes 4pm, Tuesday 15 July 2014 Barbara Peter M 027 270 3494 B 03 311 8020 barbara.peter@bayleys.co.nz View on line at www.bayleys.co.nz/518222

A Superb Location A magical and peaceful location with this 2.1087 hectare (approx. 5 acre) property, so close to Rangiora Township. A rural atmosphere, established trees (walnut) surround this property which is serviced with a two bay barn and fenced into six small paddocks. Suitable for the smaller lifestyle. A 1960’s solid three double bedroom home offers kitchen-dining with log fire, separate

Lot 117 Arlington Park Rangiora

$529,000

Lot 10 Riverview Rangiora

lounge with open fire plus a heat pump for added warmth to the bedroom areas. A large studio, double garaging and carport complete the outside. A very interesting property with potential to enhance both the inside and outside, plus a view over the Rangiora Golf Course adds to the relaxing rural outlook.

$479,000

Lot 25 Riverview Rangiora

This has been a well-loved property but it is now time to present itself to the market. Property of this calibre are rarely available so close to Rangiora township.

$499,000

740m2 section, 220m2 house, 4 bed, designer kitchen, open plan dining & living

605m2 section, 166m2 house, 4 bed, open plan living, 2 bath

660m2 section, 172m2 house, 3 bed, open plan, 2 bath

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Rangiora

A SUPERB LOCATION

Rangiora

10a Windsor Court

For Sale View Sun 1.30-2pm

6 Marchmont Road

Deadline Sale

This lovely home offers so much from its location in the desirable north West of Rangiora in a quality cul-de-sac to its private setting capturing all day sun. Two bedrooms, two heat pumps and two car

www.bayleys.co.nz/517724

Ross Ditmer

In a peaceful location this 2.1087 hectare (approximately 5 acre) property is so close to Rangiora Township. A rural atmosphere and established trees surround this private property with a two bay barn

been completed throughout in tasteful tones and is complemented

M 027 482 2056 B 03 311 8020 ross.ditmer@bayleys.co.nz

A 1960’s solid three double bedroom home offers kitchen/dining

by new carpet giving a feel of luxury and warmth.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

with log fire, separate lounge with open fire plus a heat pump for

garage this home delivers where it counts. Redecorating has just

Secure this beautiful home now!

and yards for the smaller lifestyle.

added warmth to the bedroom areas. There is a studio, double garage and carport. This property has potential to enhance and

Offers over $569,000 invited on or before 4pm, Tues 15 July 2014

View Sun 1.30-2pm

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Barbara Peter M 027 270 3494 B 03 311 8020 barbara.peter@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

offers a view over the Rangiora Golf Course.

STRATEGIC DAIRY SUPPORT

Hawarden

ENTRY LEVEL LIFESTYLE BLOCK

Loburn/Okuku

74 Bentleys Road

Deadline Sale

109 Alice Pass Road

Deadline Sale

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

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Dean Pugh M 027 335 6303 B 03 375 4700 dean.pugh@bayleys.co.nz

Only a 10 minute drive to Rangiora and offering panoramic views to the mountains, this cosy and warm two/three bedroom cottage features a spacious open plan living area leading onto a sunny deck. Heated by log fire and natural light, this home is also double glazed. Sited on 4 hectares with a shared well, this property is well set off the road. A must to view. Stamp your mark with the landscaping.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

attractive and mature garden setting.

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

Offers invited on or before 4pm, Thurs 24 July 2014

View Sun 2-3pm

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Lex Chapman M 027 433 1552 B 03 311 8020 lex.chapman@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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46 Gortons Road, Oxford

37 Old Main North Road, Leithfield

To Farm Or Divide...

Be Quick - This One Won’t Last Long!

- Nearly 50 acres of Lifestyle for you to fatten stock or subdivide into blocks for quality homes

- A warm & sunny two storey home with space & privacy

- Positioned near the Waimakariri Gorge - 5 bedroom home is cosy & conducive to large family living

- Four car detached garaging, off street parking and ample space for you imagination

Jeff Heappey

Jo Prince

Harcourts ID: RG6918

Licensed Sales Consultant

P. 03 313 6158 M. 0274 124 508 E. jeff.heappey@harcourts.co.nz

2 Berkeley Close, Rangiora Family Focused Executive Home

- A fully fenced, private and sheltered section

Licensed Sales Consultant

Harcourts ID: RG6928

P. 03 313 6158 M. 027 613 4440 E. jo.prince@harcourts.co.nz

Oakfields, Amberley

Stage 3 Selling NOW! Priced from $146,000

- Quality four bed home in popular Rangiora location

- Ranging in sizes 400m2 – 1200m2

- Two sunning living areas flowing onto large outdoor deck - Fully fenced private 742m section

- Contact us today for more information or an onsite appointment

Christine Tallott

Brooke Kable

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Harcourts ID: RG6926

P. 03 313 6158 M. 0274 906 042 E. christine.tallott@gmail.com

- www.oakfields.co.nz Licensed Sales Consultant

Harcourts ID: BF22297

P. 03 313 6158 M. 029 777 6706 E. brooke.kable@harcourts.co.nz

101 Woodbank Road, Hanmer Springs

24 Hawkswood Street, Waiau

Lifestyle With Options

Everything You Need Right Here

- Spacious four bedroom home set on 5 Ha

- Well maintained three bedroom home

- Also includes a 16 x 10 metre workshop

- Quarter acre section

- Only 2.8 km from the heart of the Hanmer Springs village

- Handy to Mt Lyford ski field

Jackie Frame

Emma Duncan

Licensed Sales Consultant

Harcourts ID: HS5649

P. 03 315 7084 M. 027 435 9810 E. jackie.frame@harcourts.co.nz

Licensed Sales Consultant

Harcourts ID: HS5799

P. 03 315 7084 M. 027 510 6353 E. emma.duncan@harcourts.co.nz

131 Verona Place, Ohoka

19 The Stables, Woodend

Two Homes For The Price of One ...

Vendors Moved On - SELL IT

- Home 1: 310m - 4 bedrooms + study, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas & double garage

- A LOT OF HOUSE HERE! $485,000

2

- + 1 bedroom, open plan living/ dining & single garage

- 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living, 207m2 house, ducting heating, office & separate laundry

- Sited on 16820m2 with 4 bay barn

- 743m2 fully fenced section, quiet street

Gemma & Sue Roberts Harcourts ID: BF22589

Brigid O’Keefe

P. 03 323 6045 Gemma 0272236471 or Sue 0274401282 E. gemma.roberts@harcourts.co.nz

P. 03 323 6045 M. 021 521 001 E. brigid.okeefe@harcourts.co.nz

Licensed Sales Consultants

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Harcourts ID: BF22498

623 No. 10 Road, Swannanoa

3/523 Woodbank Road, Hanmer Springs

The Complete Country Package!

Mad Cow Manor

- Fabulous home set on 4 Ha

- Located only a few minutes’ drive away from the ever popular Hanmer Springs

- Expansive living with indoor/outdoor flow - Private and sheltered

Linda Dougall

Licensed Sales Consultant

- Partly built in an ‘old English’ style but with a modern twist

Harcourts ID: RG6924

P. 03 313 6158 M. 027 457 9961 E. linda.dougall@harcourts.co.nz

Contributor to www.realestate.co.nz

- Situated on a comfortable 5.1714 hectares

Harley & June Manion Licensed Sales Consultants

Harcourts ID: HS5687

P. 03 315 7084 Harley 0211498050 or June 021823824 E. harley.manion@harcourts.co.nz or kis.june@xtra.co.nz

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0800 278 583 www.crtrealestate.co.nz Website ID RA1585

Omihi

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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Open Home Sunday 1.00 to 1.30pm 32 GREENS ROAD

Open Home Sunday 2.00 to 2.45pm 10 OSBORNE ROAD

Superbly presented 2.37 hectare property, offering excellent three bedroom permanent material family home with open plan, sunny living. Logburner, conservatory, indoor/outdoor flow with patio, internal access double garage, games room/studio and mature garden setting. This unique property is ideally situated close to beach, motorway and schools and also offers seven, well fenced/sheltered paddocks. High stud farm shed, implement shed, separate garage, two haysheds/horse shelters and cattleyards with covered in tractor shed.

Superbly spacious, 501m2 refurbished (thousands spent on refurbishment since GV), historic character villa on 4,400m2 residential block, close to all amenities, with the flexibility of extended family living, possible Convention Centre, home business or just luxurious family living. This unique, two storey villa, offers beautiful new kitchen, two new bathrooms, three toilets, four living areas, office study and eight bedrooms. There is also an option of closing off a three bedroom self contained separate flat with double garage.

Price $679,000 Russell Clifford

Expressions of Interest over $680,000 including GST Russell Clifford M 0274 343 122

Ron Skews M 0274 325 859

Allan Gifford M 0272 262 379

Kathy Thompson M 021 229 0600

James Murray M 0274 368 103

Malcolm Garvan M 0272 314 425

M 0274 343 122

Maurice Newell M 0272 401 718

Russell Clifford M 0274 343 122

Barry Keys M 0274 347 689

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0800 278 583 www.crtrealestate.co.nz

residential, lifestyle, rural

Website ID RA1568

Rangiora

Website ID RA1584

Mandeville

Open Home Sunday 12.00 to 12.30pm 7B GOODWOOD CLOSE

90 North Eyre Road 5.8 HECTARES

Superbly presented, ‘as new’, 1998 Masterbuilders Award winning three double bedroom, two storey, brick townhouse of 206sqm with easycare, landscaped 480sqm section, overlooking quiet Reserve and close to schools and shops. This idyllic property has double garage, conservatory, garden shed, security, en suite, quality drapes, gas fire, heatpump and many extras. GV of $450,000.

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.

Expressions of Interest over $460,000 Russell Clifford M 0274 343 122

Deadline sale closing 4pm, Tuesday 22 July 2014 (unless sold prior) Maurice Newell M 0272 401 718 Website ID RA1551

Amberley

Website ID RA1577

Balcairn

1/5 Retallick Way 429m2

297 Cramptons Bush Road 4 HECTARES

• 429m2 section in sparkling new subdivision • Close to all Township amenities • Walk to the new shops and Super Market (under construction) • Covenants in place to protect your investment • Titles are issued, so the site is all set to build now • Few spaces remain, so phone agent to secure your space now Price $130,000 including GST James Murray M 0274 368 103

Price $220,000 including GST James Murray M 0274 368 103 Website ID RA1548

Oxford

Price $680,000 plus GST (if any) Malcolm Garvan M 0272 314 425

Ron Skews M 0274 325 859

Allan Gifford M 0272 262 379

Four hectare lifestyle block, facing north with superb views from Mount Grey to the Waipara Valley. Power and phone to boundary with one unit county water. The south eastern area of the property drops off to a boundary stream. This area has extensive exotic and native tree plantings which are well established and will be a feature of the property in years to come. Covenants in place protect your investment. Just ten minutes to the progressive township of Amberley and an easy commute to Rangiora.

Website ID RA1531

Flaxton

40 Mountain Road 12.4 HECTARES SUBJECT TO TITLE

36 Power Road 4.6 HECTARES

Lifestyle with two incomes, an intensive deer breeding and finishing unit and Coopers Creek Boarding Kennels. Deer fenced into 12 paddocks, lane and deer handling shed with crush. Modern pastures and regular fertiliser in an area with 1,000mm rain per annum. The kennels can accommodate 24 dogs, with quality housing and exercise areas. Three bedroom home, set in a sheltered area, with an established garden and sweeping lawns. 3-bay by 2-bay deep implement and hay shed, separate workshop with storage for two cars.

Superb lifestyle opportunity, 4.69 hectare lifestyle block with six well fenced paddocks. New, three bay haybarn with lockable bay and concrete floor, two animal shelters and pump shed with well. This private and perfectly located block offers superb building sites and quality versatile grazing.

Kathy Thompson M 021 229 0600

James Murray M 0274 368 103

Price by negotiation over $350,000 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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For all Acknowledgement of your Hullah, Grant Ronald The Hullah family and Trades especially Pam, Carl and Janaya, Fern and Dale and Linton wish to thank family, nieghbours, the Classified friends, Amberley Amblers and Garden Club and the enquiries, Amberley Beach community for their love and support at this very sad time. The please cards, flowers, baking and phone calls were so apprecicontact ated. How lucky were we to to Amberley Beach! Amanda retire Grant loved it here. In spirit he is riding his quad bike at down the beach with his dogs past and The News beloved present. He will be sadly missed for his courage, on humour and straight 03 313 2840

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PUBLIC SUBMISSIONS INVITED DRAFT NEIGHBOURHOOD RESERVES MANAGEMENT PLAN

Amendments to Reserves Management Plan – Lochiel Drive Reserve, Hanmer Springs.

You are invited under s.41 of the Reserves Act 1977 to forward your written objections or suggestions to the Draft Neighbourhood Reserves Management Plan that has been prepared for 66 neighbourhood parks located throughout the district (see the list of parks below).

Have your say!

Rangiora Ward: • Reserve on Acacia Avenue • Allen Reserve • Reserve on Arlington Boulevard • Bush Street Reserve • Reserve on Cassino Street • Elephant Park • Good Street Reserve • Kowhai Avenue Reserve • Neil Aitken Reserve • Northbrook Studios • Oakwood Park • Parkhouse Reserve • Regent Park • Torlesse Park Kaiapoi Ward: • Audley Street Reserve • Baker Park • Reserve on Barnard Street • Bayliss Drive Reserve • Currie Park • Darnley Square (south) • Fuller Street Reserve • Gray Crescent Reserve • Hinemoa Park • Jim Bryden Reserve • Kaiapoi Domain • Kirk Street Reserve • Reserve on Mandeville Park Drive • Monarch Boulevard Reserve • Moorcroft Reserve • Pines Oval • Reserve on Silverstream Boulevard • Sovereign Boulevard Reserve

Woodend-Ashley Ward: • Allin Drive Reserve • Canterbury Street Reserve • Grange View Reserve • Hurunui Reserve • Kiwi Avenue Reserve • Kowaro Reserve • Maunga Tere Reserve • Norton Reserve • Owen Stalker Park • Panckhurst Reserve • Pegasus View Park • Poutini Reserve • Rutherford Reserve • Saltwater Creek Hall • Skevington Park • Stewart Reserve • Te Tai O Maha-anui Reserve • Waikuku Beach – Central Area • Waikuku Beach – North Oval • Waikuku Beach – South Oval • Waitaki Reserve • Wanaka Reserve Oxford-Eyre Ward: • Carleton Domain • Cust Community Centre Grounds • Cust Waterworks Reserve • Eyreton Domain • Lees Valley School Reserve • Matai Place Reserve • Ohoka Domain • Thornton Estate Reserve • View Hill Domain • Warren Community Reserve • West Eyreton Domain • West Eyreton Hall Reserve

The Draft Neighbourhood Reserves Management Plan contains policies intended to guide the use, maintenance and development of these reserves. It is an important document as it will ultimately influence the way neighbourhood reserves are developed and used. PLEASE TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE YOUR SAY The Draft Neighbourhood Reserves Management Plan can be viewed on the Council website at www.waimakariri.govt.nz. Hard copies can be viewed at Council service centres at Kaiapoi, Rangiora and Oxford, and at The General Store in Pegasus. A submission form is available on the Council website, and submitters should state whether they wish to be heard in support of their submission. Submissions close on Friday 29 August 2014 and should be forwarded to: Draft Neighbourhood Reserves Management Plan Waimakariri District Council Freepost 1667 Private Bag 1005 Rangiora 7440 Submissions can also be emailed to Council at records@wmk.govt.nz

The Annual General Meeting of the Hawarden Agricultural and Pastoral Association will be held at the Hawarden Hall on Thursday 31st July 2014 at 8pm. All welcome. Please contact the Secretary, Karen Armstrong 03 314 4042 with any apologies or enquiries. 1430968

CLAIRVOYANT medium, clear accurate readings with Holly. Phone 03 314 9073.

Automotive DISMANTLING and buying all models of Falcons now. Please phone 03 313 7215 or AH 03 312 5064.

Accommodation MATURE Flatmates required to share with one other SL50 Phone 021 239 2311.

Concrete Services AFFORDABLE concrete cutting with quality and removal work. Free quotes. No job too small. Ph 027 442 2219, Fax 03 359 6052 or A/H 03 359 4605.

Reserves and recreation spaces in the Hurunui District have individual management plans within the Reserves Management Plan which was adopted by Council in 2012. The Reserves Act 1977 requires the Plan to be reviewed to ensure that it is adapted to changing circumstances or increased knowledge. The Lochiel Drive Reserve in Hanmer Springs is facing a number of issues which are having a detrimental effect on the reserves amenity and functionality. In order to resolve these issues, the Lochiel Drive Reserve Management Plan needs to be amended to allow for solutions. As a result the Plan has been amended to provide for the solutions which have been obtained from experts. We encourage you to let us know what you think, whether you support the proposed Lochiel Drive Reserve Management Plan or not. Please ensure your written objection or suggestion is submitted to us before 5.00pm Friday 22 August 2014 by: • Submitting online at www.submissions.co.nz/hurunuidc/public; or • Sending your submission to Hurunui District Council, PO Box 13 Amberley 7441; or • Emailing your submission to submission@hurunui.govt.nz. You can view a copy of the proposed plan and pick up a submission form at any council library or service centre during ordinary office hours or download these from www.hurunui.govt.nz. Once all the feedback has been received, an opportunity to speak to your submission will be given so please indicate whether you would like to be heard in support of your objection or comment. For further information you can contact Kelsey Ashworth on (03) 314 0058 or at kelsey.ashworth@hurunui.govt.nz. Meeting of the District Licensing Committee A public hearing will be held by the Hurunui District Licensing Committee on Monday 14 July 2014 at 10.00am, to consider the application by Hanmer Springs Village Inn Limited for the renewal of its On Licence pursuant to Section 127 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. The meeting will be in the Council Chambers, 66 Carters Road, Amberley. The public are welcome to attend the meeting, however there is no opportunity for public participation. Some parts of the hearing may be considered in Public Excluded session.

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Concrete Services

For Sale

A PROFESSIONAL job by local owner operator, from concrete around new homes to resurfacing floors. For your next con­ crete job, residential or business, phone LE’ CON­ CRETE on 03 314 9366.

DOG MOTEL. Single pipe frame with wire mesh, lift off kennel with slat floor. Good order. Phone 03 313 6736.

HOUSE FLOORS DRIVEWAYS, PATIOS, ETC No job too small Prompt and Reliable Ph: 027 237 9385

Engineering EXCEL Eng. Ltd. Struc­ tural & General Engineers. Coded welding, House Beams & Lintels, Machining, Profile Cutting, Hydraulic Press, Crane Truck Hire & Skip Hire. Avail now for all jobbing work. We also manufacture & repair jet boats. Work­ shop at 181 Loburn Whiterock Rd. Ph/fax 03 312 8884, mobile 027 486 0415 anytime.

MEADOW HAY for sale. 360 small bales cut late November 2013. $6.00 per bale. Ph Mark 03 312 5442. RANGEHOOD, Fisher & Paykel. Two years use, like new, only $475. Phone 03 314 9506.

NO bees? Rent a beehive. Fully managed by regis­ tered bee keepers. You get pollination plus honey. Phone 027 657 2007.

To Let RANGIORA near new perm 3dble bdrm home with sep lounge, d/washer, h/pump, alarm, immaculate cond, beautiful bathroom with spa bath, dble gge, fenced, lovely landscape garden. Ph 03 313 6685 or 027 437 5604.

SEFTON. Rural Studio / Apartment. Suitable for single, couple or commer­ Fencing cial use. Full kitchen, bath­ FENCING Contractor in room, insulated. Pets by your area. For all fencing arrangement. No smoking. requirements eg; dairy Call 027 227 3284 conversions, vineyards, deer fencing, lifestyle Trades blocks, post and rail, qual­ ity workmanship guaran­ PAINT SMART NOW teed, competitive rates. LTD. For all your painting Phone 027 313 1872. needs, 25 years experience. SUMMERFIELD Fencing Ph Charley 03 319 8846 or Ltd in your area now. 027 920 8554. Lifestyle or farm, sheep, PLASTERER30 years cattle, horse, all types of experience, 3 years EQC. animals. Fences, yards, Phone Danny 03 312 5696, sheds, arenas, shelters, 027 220 1654. runs. 27 years contract fencing. John is available to FURNITURE Removal help with your design and AXL Transport Ltd. Qual­ planning. Ph Carol or John ity removals at the lowest on 03 312 4747. rate possible, South Island wide, Kaiapoi office. Phone 03 327 3216.

Grazing

SHEEP grazing required, approx 4 hectares wanted to rent to graze approx 12 Sheep, in North Canterbury area. Phone 021 233 6467.

AJ DRAINAGE and Exca­ vation. We service areas North of the Hurunui. Phone Andrew on 027 240 5634.

LIFESTYLERS and Farmers!! Mobile sheep crutching. Trailer and Hire shearing. No amount too WOODSPLITTERS and large or too small. Week­ Woodchippers for hire at ends available. Call Eddie Woodend Landscape or Lucy at Laxon Crutching Supplies. Ph 03 312 2003. Ltd 03 314 7696 or 027 777 5478.

Scrap Metal Wanted NORTH Canterbury Metals. Buying metals, cars etc for recycling. Phone Joe on 027 223 3593 or after hours on 03 314 9079.

Trades OVEN CLEANING. Have your household oven cleaned now! Reasonable rate $40. Phone Sue 03 314 9210 or 022 010 0480.

PROPERTY MAINTEN­ ANCE. Lawns, gardens, hedges, chainsaw work, pruning, painting and minor home alterations. TOWN AND COUNTRY. Phone Mike 03 313 0261. 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.

Account Services

Southfork Business Solutions Helping you understand your business better

Custom designed models to help with these questions: • How much do I need to sell to break even? • Am I recovering my costs? • Is my chargeout rate high enough? • How much profit did I make today/this week? • Does this part of my business make any money? • Where is my money going? More models and on-going support available.

John Ramsay CA Ph 027 313 6996 Email jrsouthfork@xtra.co.nz

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Kaiapoi Interior Plasterers and Painters Alterations, new housing 25 years serving North Canterbury

Phone Brent Roberts 027 256 6458

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Situations Vacant Situations Vacant Situations Vacant

FIREWOOD SUPPLY ALL OUR FIREWOOD IS NATURALLY SEASONED. STOCKS OF OMP, STANDARD PINE, BLUEGUM, OREGON, MACRO. 3-12 CU M LOTS, PROMPT DELIVERY Phone 0800 115 515

Tree Services TREE MAN felling, wind damage, sawing, topping, big trees OK. Cherry picker truck av. No problem to cut gum. Quoting 7 days. Ph 03 312 6750. BRIAN’S Tree Services. Tree felling, topping, shaping, firewood cut, rub­ bish removed, stump grind­ ing, branch chipping. Affordable rates. Phone 03 327 5505 or 021 124 4894. NORTH Canterbury Tree Care. Specialising in big trees in small spaces, long term tree plans, advisory service, fully insured. Free quotes, prompt service. Phone Mike Gilbert 0800 873 336. STUMP REMOVAL Ser­ vicing North Canterbury for prompt professional ser­ vice. Phone Tim 0800 178 867

Wanted

Decorating

OHOKA

TWEED Decorating for your painting and wallpapering needs, interior or exterior. Based in Hawarden covering the PEA STRAW, Compost, Hurunui area. Call Phil on Coloured Aggregates, Bark 027 558 9333 or 03 314 & more. Huge range at 4110. Woodend Landscape Supplies. Ph 03 312 2003.

Health & Beauty

Landscaping

HOMEOPATHY. An open evening for you to learn more about Homeopathy and how it may help your family. Monday 7th July, 7­9pm. No charge but bookings required. Phone Jennifer MacKinder (Dip.Hom) 03 314 8046 for details.

BLENDED, screened & unscreened soil at Wood­ end Landscape Supplies. Ph 03 312 2003.

Poultry PULLETS, POL, Brown Shaver $25. Phone or text 027 433 7720.

PGG Wrightson is a leading nationwide provider of products and services to the rural sector. We are helping grow the country through our knowledge, service and expertise. PGG Wrightson Water has over 30 years of experience in the design, construction and maintenance of irrigation systems throughout New Zealand. We are looking for an experienced administrator to provide support for our projects.

Butchery

Builder

HOME KILL & PROCESSING SPECIALISTS

Duties & Responsibilities: • Manage the projects work-in-progress and compile and distribute regular updates • Draft, collate and produce reports • Update project documentation as required, including project schedules • Assist with financial reports and budget forecasts. Skills & Experience: • Process focused with a strong attention to detail • Experience in or exposure to accounting practices • Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels of an organisation • Proven computer skills with advanced Excel skills • Ability to prioritise work with a drive for results. We are committed to growing our employees and we develop leadership and technical expertise at all levels of our company. We offer a range of employee benefits including retail buying privileges. • Email your CV & Covering Letter by 7 July 2014. • To discuss this position further please contact Robbie Orr, NZ Operations Manager on 027 435 6337.

www.pggwrightson.co.nz

Helping grow the country

CATTERMOLES BUTCHERY, KAIAPOI

LOCAL BUILDERS

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

Ring Mark 027 229 7310 for a free quote

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Butchery

www.longsilver construction.com

Oxford Butchery

• Licensed Building Practitioner

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

Bevan and Shane Frahm

• Registered Master Builder

Number one

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

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Chiropractic Services

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Old Albums Post Cards Photographs Phone Steve 021 138 8949 03 312 3105 03 428 6587

Project Administrator

Apply today: applications@pggwrightson.co.nz

STAMPS WANTED

Gardening PEA STRAW, small bales, now at Woodend Land­ scape Supplies, hurry while stocks last. Ph 03 312 2003.

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Firewood

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Situations Vacant SEED EXTRACTION. We require a fit, reliable person who is good with reading numbers and fol­ lowing instructions, to assits in our extraction plant in Amberley. There is lifting involved. The job is for 3 weeks and will include one Saturday. There will be other orchard work available after extrac­ tion for a fixed term. Start date 14th July. Application to Jayne, email jayne@proseed.co.nz or ph 03 314 8978. 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.

KAIKOURA GOLF CLUB IS LOOKING FOR A HEAD GREEN KEEPER The person we are looking for would require some experience in green keeping including • Experience operating machinery • Knowledge of machinery maintenance • Experience with chemical sprays • Be self motivated with good work ethic Please reply in writing with experience and references to: The Manager, Kaikoura Golf Club, S.H 1, RD2 Kaikoura 7374 Applications close 22nd July 2014.

Volunteers Wanted

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

The Hurunui District Council is calling for tenders for the Contract of the Cemetery Sexton duties of the nine Council administered Cemeteries within the Hurunui District.

If you’re interested to know more contact Gwen Ph: 03 327 3134, Email: gwen@kaiapoivisitorcentre.co.nz, or pop into the Kaiapoi i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, 57 Charles St, Kaiapoi

51 Ashley Street Rangiora

Select Health

Civil and Drainage

Tender documents are available from the Property Administration Officer, Josie Hemmings, ph: 03 314 0109, at the Hurunui District Council Offices in Amberley. Tenders close at 4:00pm on Thursday 24th July 2014 at the Hurunui District Council Offices in Amberley. Hurunui District Council 66 Carters Road P O Box 13 AMBERLEY

Can you spare 2-3 hours a week? Do you want to work in your community? We are looking for motivated, friendly people that like meeting people and would like to be part of a fun team helping out at the Visitor Information Centre? We are also looking for a handy person or two to assist with the maintenance for our Fishing Rods & Bikes we have for hire.

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

CEMETERY SEXTON DUTIES CONTRACT 14/33 – 14/41

DELIVERERS REQUIRED KAIKOURA Churchill Street and/or Scarbough area.

• Suit School child or someone wanting to get fit and earn some extra cash • Must be enthusiastic, honest and reliable

Phone Tracey or Ann on 03 319-6004 or 021 256 7248

Clothing Alterations

Computer Repairs

We pride ourselves on quality workmanship! Hems, Zip Replacement, Resizing, Curtain Hems, Mending. Same Day / Next Day 10% DISCOUNT Service on Hems valid till 31st July 2014 Limited to one alteration Upstairs, The Gables Arcade, High St, Rangiora

CompuCare COMPUTER REPAIRS

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

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

“If it’s broke, let’s fix it”

03 313 3029

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Curtains

Decorators

Free Measure and Drape Making by the talented professionals at Donmar

Wilson Decorators Ltd

DIAL 4 DRAPES

Call Ally for a measure and quote.

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Donmar 320 HIGH ST, RANGIORA • PH 03 313 5518

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

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UT ABOVE A C THE REST

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 – Up to 600mm diameter Residential & Commercial

Fencing

Russell Arthur FENCING CONSULTANT

Free quotes

• Tree Felling • Stockyards & Retainables • Specialising in Vineyards • Dairy Farm Conversions • Wooden Ornamental Gates • Earthquake Damage Repairs

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PHONE (0274) 350 279 or A.H. 314 8384

Glass Repair

Landscaping

• Swimming Pool Fencing • Post Driving • Electric Fencing • Building FREEES • Fences QUOT • Build Haybarns

www.russellarthurfencing.co.nz

Gardening Services

TONY’S LAWN & GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Rick's Gardening Services

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

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Garden Features

For all your hard landscaping needs

Call us now on (03) 313 5335

Glass & Auto Glass

All Insurance Companies work welcome

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

We also repair Windscreens and install Double Glazing

Steps

Planters

Paving

Entranceways

Decks & Fencing

Brick & Stone

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

03 314 4144 or 027 6842652 Trudy McMillan

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Painting / Decorator

Painter

Plumbing

HANMER Painting and Decorating

Ph Vic 0274 301 624 Graeme 0274 311 979

Podiatrist

SORE FEET?

oror03 Phone 0800 374 737 03310-8206 327 9499 DRIPFREE Email plumbers@clyne-bennie.co.nz Web www.clyne-bennie.co.nz www. plumbingshoponline.co.nz

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Kaiapoi Podiatry

For All Your Foot Care Needs

Julia Home

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

Water Blasting

ENVIROTEC

• Car Bodies • Scrap Steel • Specialists in Farm Machinery • All non Ferrous

Waterblasting Ltd Servicing Canterbury Commercial & Residential

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MAINLAND METALS LTD

• Graffiti Removal • Blocked Drains • Pre Paint Cleaning • Moss & Algae Removal

Tiling/Plastering Specialists in . . . ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

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Locally owned and operated

Phone 021 215 3092 03 315 7063 A/H

hanmerpainting@gmail.com p g@g

Nat Dip Pod, SR Pod

CASH PAID FOR SCRAP

Ph (03) 338 7000 • Ah (03) 312 6553 Mike 0274 818 544 • Robbie 0274 818 027

• Specialised Coatings • Spraypainting • Wallpapering • Wallpaper Stripping • Waterblasting • Interior / Exterior No job too big or too small

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

• Silicone Sealing (Brick & Block Work) • Concrete / Driveways / Ashphalt • Houses • Schools • Dairy Sheds CALL NOW FOR A FREE QUOTE

0800 SITECLEAN

(0800 748 325) Mobile 0274 369 187 Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed

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FITTERS LAYERS HEATING PREVENTION

SOLUTIONS – CCTV

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Canterbury owned and operated for over 60 years

• Painting - Interior, Exterior, Roof • Waterblasting • Minor Repairs EQR Registered

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Master Plumber of the Year 2010

FREE PICK UP AND WEIGHED ON SITE

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

Landscaping

Hire

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

• 20 Years experience • Garden Tidy ups • Hedge Trimming • Chainsaw work • Stump grinding • Rubbish removal • Pruning • Paving • Lawn mowing / Ride on mowing • Weed and Moss spraying

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

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GARDEN MAINTENANCE

• Garden tidy-ups • Rubbish removal • Rose pruning • Shrub and tree pruning • Lawn mowing, ride-on mowing and maintenance • 27 years experience

• Decorative Cutting • Inyard Cutting & Drilling • Fumeless Hydraulic Equipment

(will travel)

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Rangiora & Kaiapoi Toyota — New & Used Vehicles

FULL WORKSHOP SERVICES AVAILABLE Tune-ups, Servicing, g, Warrant of Fitness, Repairs on most makes & models.

A small sample of our used vehicles $26,995

2012 TOYOTA COROLLA GX 1.8 Hatch.

Does your Toyota’s cambelt need replacing?

2010 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED

Look! This car has done only 27,000km. This is a very tidy example of our "OT" Special Warranty vehicles.

FREE GENUINE TOYOTA CAMBELT

$41,995

Don't miss out on this well priced "Limited" vehicle. The ride, the performance and the luxury of leather will please you.

$48,995

$5,995

2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED 2002 TOYOTA CAMRY 2.2 GX SEDAN Everyone loves Highlanders, especially the Limited version. With just over 50,000km on the clock and priced to sell, you should be quick and test drive today!

Nice mags, a smart colour and very comfy driving all combine to make this Camry very savvy buying. Priced to sell.

$19,995

NOW’S THE TIME TO TAKE UP THIS SPECIAL OFFER. 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA 1.5 GX WAGON

$33,995

2013 TOYOTA AVENSIS 2.0 WAGON

Looking for reliability, roominess and great value for money? Look no further! Test drive this Silver Corolla today and be surprised.

If you need a roomy family wagon or a comfortable touring vehicle, this very tidy Avensis ticks all the boxes and has Toyota's 2014 Signature Class benefits. Test drive today.

ALL $18,995

2013 Toyota Yaris YR 1.3 Hatch

MENTION THIS ADVERT AND RECEIVE A FREE GENUINE TOYOTA CAMBELT WHEN FITTED IN OUR WORKSHOP ON YOUR TOYOTA* VALID UNTIL 31 JULY 2014

* Excludes labour and any additional parts Special Conditions Apply

$34,995

2013 Toyota RAV4 GX.

LOOK — 4 available. All in lovely condition. Only 32,000kms, Alloys, auto, roof rails and "OT" Choose from Cherry, Celestial Blue, Glacier White Warranty included. or Silver Pearl

$56,995

2010 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER PRADO VX 3.0L 4WD SUV

The luxury, spaciousness, smooth ride and great appearance of this superb example of a Prado VX will meet your expectations. Be quick to come in for a test drive.

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Rangiora: Percival Street Ph 03 313 8186 any time Kaiapoi: 86 Williams Street Ph 03 327 9005 (Kaiapoi After Hours: John Meller 027 478 7685)

www.rangiora.toyota.co.nz www.kaiapoi.toyota.co.nz