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Local vigilantes target sex offender BY MICHELLE NELSON MICHELLE.N@THEGUARDIAN.CO.NZ

A mailbox drop containing details of a convicted sex offender living in Ashburton has sparked a warning against vigilante action. The Guardian is not aware of the scope of the mailbox drop, but received a copy of the flyer, warning of the “Beast of Ashburton”, from a Victoria Street resident yesterday. The man’s name and details of his offending are publically available on the Sensible Sentencing Trust website, which states he is living in Ashburton

under supervision. But the flyer takes it a step further, listing an address and vehicle details. Safer Ashburton general manager Kevin Clifford said there was no way of verifying whether that information was correct and warned against taking retributive action. “Although Safer Ashburton doesn’t have a formal position on this matter, we would hope nobody would see fit to take any sort of action themselves,” he said. “It’s a very difficult situation and one people have very

strong opinions about, but within the bounds of the law there is no scope for any form of retribution. “If anyone has been personally affected (by offending of this nature), it can be very difficult for them. “It’s unfortunate but the choices that you make stay with you and even though you might say you’ve ‘done your time’, if you’ve made choices that have hurt people, a lot of them don’t forget that.” Mr Clifford said anyone who suspected anything untoward should pass that information on

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to the police. Ashburton police senior sergeant Scott Banfield said he was aware of the matter and hoped commonsense would prevail. “Probation services are working very closely with that person, we will let that organisation run their business,” he said. At this point there was no information to suggest anyone was at risk of harm, but police would follow up any complaints, he said. The Guardian has chosen not to identify the offender. Ph 03 307 7900 to subscribe!

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Oscar winner Emma Thompson has risked the wrath of working mums by insisting it’s impossible to be a great mum and a career woman at the same time. The Saving Mr Banks star, who is mum to a 26-year-old adopted son and a teenage daughter, took a year off from acting to concentrate on perfecting her parenting, and now she’s encouraging other working mothers to follow her example. “You can’t be a great mum and keep working all the time,” Thompson tells Britain’s Daily Mail. Thompson says her year away from Hollywood was “a birthday present to myself,” adding, “I didn’t actually act or write. I was just a mum ... I taught drama at my daughter’s school, cooked meals and had fun.”

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Pick the World Cup winners for $5m The TAB is offering a $5 million dollar prize for any punter who manages to pick all 64 winners of this year’s Football World Cup tournament. The “1 Shot at $5 Million” competition would run until midnight on June 12, TAB football spokesman Paul Ifill said. “This is the single biggest prize pool the TAB has ever offered on any event,” he said. The World Cup kicks off with the opening match between Brazil and Croatia on June 13. The competition was open to all NZ residents aged 18 or over, with a limit of one entry per person, Mr Ifill said. “Kiwis love their football, and very soon millions of us will be glued to our TV screens for what is undoubtedly the biggest sporting event in the world.”

Willis posts wife breastfeeding Bruce Willis’ wife has shared an intimate breastfeeding picture taken by her Hollywood action hero husband. Bruce Willis took the photograph of Emma Heming-Willis breastfeeding newborn baby Evelyn. Heming-Willis posted the photograph to her Facebook and Instagram pages with the caption: “Breakfast of champions. Photo cred: B. Willis”. Since the photo was taken the couple have received praise from breastfeeding advocates for encouraging the breast is best message. “Beautiful! Thank you for the help in normalising breastfeeding. My daughter and I will hit our 2 year mark in less than 2 weeks,” Raiyas mum wrote. “You and your baby are beautiful! Congrats!”

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Back in time On May 28, 1921, the Guardian editorial applauded the Minister of Education’s call for more patriotic curriculum after Sunday schools had been found to teach “revolutionary Socialism and class warfare”: We quite agree with the Minister that subjects such as these do not constitute proper teaching for Sunday schools or any other schools for the matter of that. Undoubtedly children must be encouraged to love their country and the Empire.

Rolling Stones back on stage The Rolling Stones were set to resume their world tour in Oslo, interrupted more than two months ago by the death of Mick Jagger’s partner. Oslo is the first European stop of the 14 on Fire Tour, and the show has caused a frenzy among the legendary band’s Norwegian fans with the 25,000 tickets selling out in just 13 minutes. The Stones suspended their tour in March after Mick Jagger’s partner, L’Wren Scott, committed suicide in her New York flat.

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■ ASHBURTON DISTRICT COUNCIL

Many groups winners in annual plan

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There were more winners than losers as Ashburton district councillors attempted to keep the proposed seven per cent rates rise in check yesterday. Safer Ashburton was the biggest beneficiary when councillors agreed to invest $170,000, leaving the council to find another $36,000 in its budget as annual plan submission deliberations swung into action. With deliberations to continue tomorrow, councillors worked through more than half

of the 74 submissions on its annual plan yesterday, deciding which proposals were worthy, while keeping in mind the average rate increase of seven per cent (plus another one per cent for growth) for the coming year. Although several of the council’s big ticket items, including another $1 million on the roading budget agreed to by NZTA, are yet to be discussed, they made headway into the range of requests from ratepaying organisations and residents. The Safer Ashburton investment will assist largely with

a $15,000 computer upgrade, while submissions from Multi Cultural Bite, Mid Canterbury Hockey and the Hakatere Marae also attracted the attention of councillors. However, councillors Russell Ellis and Stuart Wilson were keen to remind their counterparts of the creeping rate increase. The marae will not enjoy the full $21,000 it requested for insurance and fire system maintenance costs, but it was agreed the council would consider indemnity insurance cover, how-

ever the fire system would not qualify. The Multi Cultural Bite committee may see a funding boost to $10,000 if it is able to get two more key sponsors contributing at the same level, while Mid Canterbury Hockey’s request to have the domain track sealed was successful and will be funded out of a reserves contribution. Councillors decided Sport Mid Canterbury’s application to increase its funding by $7000 to $52,000 may be warranted but there would need to be further

investigation into whether the additional funds would be spent locally and not outside the district. The boost would be taken out of the $24,000 it generates for the community pool through aqua jogging classes. While the Ashburton Budget Advisory Service and art gallery staff had missed out for now, the Hype Youth Health Centre will enjoy a $638 leg up and so too will the Mt Somers District Citizens’ Association with a $1250 council contribution.

■ SPRING CREEK

Salmon make welcome return to Greenstreet farm By susan sandys

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Salmon have been spawning in their hundreds, for the first time in decades, on the Greenstreet farm of Darryl Butterick. And it is all thanks to a homegrown salmon release operation. Spring Creek, which runs into the Ashburton River, meanders through the farm, where Mr Butterick and his family have planted trees and looked after it for two generations. “My dad would put me on my horse, we would watch the salmon spawning in the rapids, there was heaps of them,” Mr Butterick said. But numbers had dropped away over the past 30 years, until this year when fish released by Mr Butterick and helpers returned in their hundreds. For the past few weeks the creek has been alive with salmon rising in the water and digging out redds in the shingle of the clear flowing stream. “Every patch of shingle that a fish can spawn on they have

spawned on this year,” Mr Butterick said. The fish returning were among 12,000 one-year-olds released two years ago from the farm. The one-year-olds were grown from eggs from the McKinnon’s Creek hatchery, in a tank at a neighbour of Mr Butterick’s. Once they reach about five centimetres in length, Mr Butterick takes them onto his farm where he puts them into an outdoor pond with netting to protect them from birds. He feeds the thousands of fish daily for 10 months, and releases them each August into the stream when they are about 25 centimetres long. Last August 35,000 were released, while this August it will be up to 10,000. He said it had been fantastic over the past few weeks to see the salmon returning to Spring Creek in their hundreds, a sight he had not seen for decades. Meanwhile, Mr Butterick’s farm is among three fishery fa-

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Greenstreet farmer Darryl Butterick, with dog Ace and Bambi the pet deer, has been pleased to see record numbers of salmon spawning in Spring Creek which meanders through his property. Photo SuSan SandyS

cilities in Mid Canterbury. Fish and Game have said any of the three could potentially be the source of salmon which were il-

legally released into Lake Camp. However, like the managers at the other two facilities of Montrose and McKinnon’s Creek,

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■ MISSING AUCKLAND WOMAN

Body found; man arrested

BY HEATHER MCCRACKEN

Blessie Gotingco’s colleagues at Tower Insurance have been offered grief counselling as they cope with news that a body has been found in a North Shore cemetery. Police believe the body, found in a bush area on Monday night, is that of the missing 56-year-old. A 27-year-old man will appear in court this morning charged with murdering the mother of three.

Tower general manager customer interaction, Vanessa Dudley, said the mood among staff at the Fanshawe St office was “sombre” as the news unfolded yesterday. Amongst Ms Gotingco’s 40 team members, Ms Dudley said some had gone to church, others had gone home to be with their families, and others were coping by focusing on work. “Some have gone and come back, some have stayed,” she said. Support and grief counsel-

ling was being provided to those who needed it, and would continue to be offered for some time, she said. “We’ve put a lot of support around not only the immediate team but the wider Tower staff,” Ms Dudley said. Chief executive David Hancock had been giving updates to staff as news developed yesterday. “As the news has elevated today it’s reached it’s peak in terms of trying to make sure everyone’s supported. Everyone knows everyone here, so

we’re just really trying to make sure everyone is taken care of.” She had worked in different roles, but spent most her time in her current position as an insurance consultant in the sales team, which involved talking to customers about their policies. Ms Dudley said Tower had been contacted by customers who had dealt with Ms Gotingco and wanted to express their concern. “That’s just who she was – very personable.” - APNZ

■ METHVEN TOILETS

Further vandalism sparks camera installation BY SUSAN SANDYS

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Exasperated Methven Community Board members called the spreading of faecal matter around the interior of one the town’s public women’s toilets “disgusting” and “gross”. At their six-weekly meeting this week, members learned just how much recent vandalism at the town centre toilet block is costing ratepayers in new security camera fees. Ashburton District Council contracts engineer Hernando Marilla told them two security cameras, one outside the men’s and one outside the women’s, had been installed at the weekend. Members mooted installation of security cameras last month after reports of the toilets being the constant target of vandals. “Another incident of vandalism occurred, faecal matter was spread on the walls and floor and it took two hours to clean the mess,” Mr Marilla told them on Monday. “I don’t know how we did it.” Board chairperson Liz Mc-

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In brief Dancers to converge Ballroom dancers will be converging on Ashburton for the long weekend. The weekend will kick off with a dance at the Ashburton MSA on Friday night, starting at 7.30pm. On Saturday evening, starting at 7.30pm, about 110 people are expected to take part in a sequence ballroom dancing competition at the Tinwald Hall. The dancers will perform a dance that has not been done before. Each performance will be voted on, and the winning dance will be taught to all participants on Sunday, from 10.30am to 3pm. Members of the public are welcome.

CYF staff overworked Child, Youth and Family employees are overworked and understaffed, and its operating model needs an overhaul after years of increasing workloads, a review into the agency has found. The report, commissioned by the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) last year, was carried out by the Chief Social Worker with involvement from the Public Service Association. “Ultimately, to consistently deliver quality work, Child, Youth and Family will need to consider increasing the number of frontline care and protection social workers available for the most vulnerable children and young people, and reducing the work they are currently managing.” - APNZ

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Millan said she did not understand how anyone could do such a thing, and fellow board

member Sarah Lock added it was “disgusting” and “gross”. Mr Marilla said Master-

guard would be monitoring the security cameras. The cost would be $376 per month.

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Three Ashburton Vintage Car Club enthusiasts will push their pre-1932 vintage cars to the limit when they take them on the Canterbury Vintage Car Club of New Zealand Irishman’s Rally down south this week. It will be the Canterbury club’s 60th anniversary event. Ashburtonians Donald Williamson, Bruce McIlroy and David Oakley will take their classic beauties south into the wintry conditions of the rugged high country and off the beaten track. It was pointed out, the driving conditions would have been what it was like in New Zealand when the cars were new. The men were no strangers to the two-day event but each rally promised a different navigation route to test the skills of the driver and the endurance of the car. “We like driving our vehicles, not looking at them,” one said, and they all agreed. It was a big event to organise and drew people from as far away as Auckland. It was the largest known rally of its type in the country. Drivers were expected to drive up to 10 hours a day and

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covered up to 321.9 kilometres. It was often slow going in the old vehicles. They covered steep climbs, farm tracks and gravel roads. There was very little travel on tar-sealed roads.

Donald was driving his claret coloured 1930 Chevrolet Roadster. Bruce would be in his black 1928 Ford Model A. David would drive his 1927 Overland Whippet. The men looked for-

ward to the trip for the camaraderie, as much as the actual driving journey. The banter between them was about who was likely to need rescue … especially when they

faced the rocky, mountainous terrain likely to be covered. It was sure to be a fun trip. There were more than 140 entries expected with the oldest from 1912.

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■ CONSERVATION CAFE

Youth give wishlist BY TONI WILLIAMS

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Ten pin bowling, a shopping mall, mini golf, laser tag and Timezone in Ashburton were some suggestions from youth at the Conversation Cafe this week held at BASE Cafe. Ashburton District Council project officer Aileen Campbell led the discussion. Ms Campbell said a noticeable theme was there was little for teenagers under-18 to do at night and weekends that was not organised sport or activities. They also had no space that was ‘theirs.’ “They are looking for that transitional independence,” she said, of the age group. Ms Campbell said any ideas gave the youth council long term goals to work toward. She was happy with the response as nearly two dozen people attended. They included youth from BASE, Salvation Army (Em-

ployment Plus), Youth Council, and the New Life Church. There were also representatives from HYPE, ThinkFirst and Family Planning. The cafe started with shared food then in smaller groups, brainstormed the good things about living in Ashburton for 14 to 24 year olds. The skate park, Lake Hood, good schools, sports grounds, pools, variety of fast food, lots of sport, multi-cultural and youth groups were some of the items listed. After five minutes they pondered how Ashburton could be made better. Ms Campbell said the top ideas were: ■ More facilities like community stage, a rugby stadium, a food court, a free gym, free wifi. ■ New sports – mostly hangout type social sports such as laser tag and ten pin bowling. ■ A Timezone/more entertainment.

■ A mall with more diverse shopping and food shops. ■ An interactive art gallery. ■ A weekend and/or evening hang-out space for 14 to 17 year-olds. An informal suggestion also included improvements to the skate park – like a half pipe, more rails and jumps. They planned to get more input from other groups including schools, sports teams and drama groups before the June 9 youth council meeting. “It was worth doing, and it’s something that some of the other groups said we should do regularly and have some more people coming along,” Ms Campbell said. There were already short term possibilities. They included a submission to the EA Networks Centre on the young people’s ideas for the facilities, to set up a Friday night session time at BASE (for example) for 14 to 17 year olds or to hold a dodgeball tournament.

Ashburton’s Ruby Anderson joined in with others at a Conversation Cafe, at BASE Cafe to discuss the needs of youth in town. PHOTO TETSURO MITOMO 260514-TM-121

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■ FOVEAUX STRAIT TRAGEDY

Survivor begs for mercy The sole survivor of the Easy Rider fishing boat tragedy that claimed the lives of eight people in Foveaux Strait pleaded with a judge to be merciful during a company owner’s sentencing yesterday. Bluff woman Gloria Davis, who was found partly responsible for the boat’s sinking two years ago, was sentenced to 350

hours’ community work and fined $3000. Her company, AZ1 Enterprises, which owned the fishing vessel, was fined more than $200,000, even though Judge John Strettell acknowledged the company “may be no more than a worthless shell” and the fines may never be paid. Davis’ husband Rewai Kare-

tai, 47, was the unqualified and inexperienced skipper of Easy Rider when it was swamped by a huge wave just after midnight on March 15, 2012 near Stewart Island. Mr Karetai and seven others drowned in what was New Zealand’s worst maritime disaster since the foundering of the Wahine. Crewman Dallas

Reedy was the only survivor. In an emotionally-charged sentencing at the Invercargill District Court yesterday, Mr Reedy and relatives of those who died called for the court to be merciful, saying they did not blame Davis. After the judgement Mr Reedy and several others hugged a tearful Davis. - APNZ

■ ASHBURTON AWARD WINNER

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Ashburton’s Poppy Sparrow was named the Graphic Arts and Prepress Federation Top Digital Apprentice of the Year last week in Auckland. As part of the award Ms Sparrow also got a $2000 scholarship to further her career. “It’s pretty big, I didn’t actually know that the scholarship and that award existed so it’s a pretty big surprise,” she said. As one of five Icon Papers Print Industry Apprentice of the Year award finalists, Ms Sparrow missed out on winning the overall apprentice of the year title. However she was honoured to have been included in the top five. Ms Sparrow had six months to decide how best to use her scholarship whether it was towards continued study, travel to a trade show, new computer/ software or completing a print management course. The 22-year-old started her love affair with print seven years ago at Ashburton print and design company DPI. She completed a print apprentice-

ship with them last year. As a graphic designer, prepress technician and digital printer, Ms Sparrow designed and prepared files for two Konica Minolta digital presses – one full colour and one black and white. She also operated the CTP processor which was used to make plates for a single colour GTP press and a two colour Ryobi press. Ms Sparrow spent three days in Auckland for the awards. She had a 45 minute interview with three judges. They also inspected her 27 page work portfolio. “It was good, it was quite intimidating to start with, but they were nice people and made you feel as comfortable as possible in the high pressure situation,” Ms Sparrow said. She spent two days with the other finalists while in Auckland. “It was cool just to hang around some like-minded people for a while, talk about our apprenticeships and what we had all been through,” Ms Sparrow said. The Print Industry Apprentice of the Year Awards were

Jogger hit by car A woman out jogging was killed by a car thought to be overtaking in Taranaki. Police said Deanne Cooper, 36, of Hawera was running on Ohangai Rd in the town on Monday evening when she was hit. Initial indications were that the car was overtaking a ute or fourwheel drive when the car hit her. The driver stopped and gave her first aid but she died at the scene. “We are working to determine what factors have led to the crash and it is too early at this stage to comment on any charges, Acting Senior Sergeant Robyn Burnett said. - APNZ

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Poppy named top digital apprentice By Toni Williams

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A pensioner who lay dead in a car next to his trapped and injured wife for 15 hours has been named as Alan Henry Skittrup, 94, of Taradale. The couple’s car is believed to have crashed on a rural property north of Napier some time on Sunday night. It was not found till about 8am on Monday. Mr Skittrup’s 89-year-old wife Nancy remains in Hawke’s Bay Hospital in a serious condition. The police Serious Crash Unit is continuing to investigate the crash. - APNZ

Parental leave rises Parental leave payments will increase for eligible employees and self-employed people from July 1. Labour minister Simon Bridges announced yesterday that maximum payments will go up from $488.17 to $504.10 gross per week. The minimum payment for self-employed people will also increase from $137.17 to $142.50 gross per week. - APNZ

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Poppy Sparrow with the top digital apprentice of the year 2013 award, won last week in Auckland. Photo SuPPlied

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All five finalists completed their apprenticeship in 2013 and were chosen after a rigorous selection process.

Police are seeking a driver believed to be responsible for a hit and run incident after a woman was hit by two separate cars in Christchurch on Monday night. Canterbury police district communications manager Stephen Hill said the incident occurred around 10.30pm on Christchurch’s Barrington St. “The female pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle which has then fled the scene. “It appears a second vehicle has then run over the victim.” The woman was taken to Christchurch Hospital. - APNZ

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■ MID CANTERBURY TOURISM

Asian ski and snow opening ‘exciting’ BY MYLES HUME

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Mid Canterbury tourism operators could hook into a new market seeing Chinese and Thai visitors wanting a ski and snow experience, the district’s tourism boss says. Experience Mid Canterbury general manager Nigel Birt said the “never seen before” market emerged at a TRENZ conference - Tourism New Zealand’s biggest annual international trade event – last week. The new trend presented a huge opportunity for the district which is home to the Mt Hutt skifield, he said. “So we will be looking at opportunities like package deals for one or two nights’ stay with a snow and ski experience along with any other activities. “This has surprised me because normally those visitors are not interested in snow, but

I think what’s driving that is more 25 to 30-year-olds having the idea that it’s cool to post a photo on social media with friends in a snowy landscape and having a good time.” Mr Birt was among a large contingent from the local tourism industry to attend the conference that gives New Zealand’s leading accommodation, transport, activity and attraction providers the opportunity to showcase their product to more than 260 international travel and tourism buyers from major and emerging visitor markets. One of those that held the most potential for Mid Canterbury was the Chinese and South East Asian markets, Mr Birt said. Since 2010, Chinese visitor numbers to Christchurch Airport have more than doubled to almost 18,000 per year.

“We know airlines are increasing their capacity on flights from China and South East Asia into Christchurch and that will increase, it’s important for us to set up and maintain relationships with key salers in these areas,” Mr Birt said. He said Chinese visitors were attracted to Mid Canterbury’s landscape, so it was now about working on marketing techniques that appeals to their senses. Work had already been done to educate local operators to cater for the Chinese market. Mr Birt said Mid Canterbury would also look to maintain strong relationships with markets in Germanic Europe, and North America where business had picked up post global financial crisis. Mr Birt said it was now about relaying potential opportunities from the conference to Mid Canterbury tourism operators.

Experience Mid Canterbury general manager Nigel Birt is excited about opportunities in the Asian market for local tourism operators. PHOTO TETSURO MITOMO 260514-TM-075

■ MORE WINTER WEATHER

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Its going to get warm before yet another wintry blast Temperatures remained in single digits yesterday after a heavy frost measuring nine degrees at Winchmore, between Ashburton and Methven. And warmer temperatures forecast for today and early tomorrow are to be blasted away by another cold front, which is forecast to bring sleet to Ashburton. Heavy rain and gale force winds in the Canterbury high country late Wednesday and early Thursday are expected to precede the cold snap.

AgResearch Winchmore recorded a frost of 9.1 degrees on Monday night, while the MetService recorded a maximum temperature of nine degrees in Ashburton yesterday. The MetService was forecasting a maximum of 14 today and 17 tomorrow, before a cold southerly change at midday with sleety showers. Mt Hutt is expecting a skiff of snow from the southerly, and the drop in temperatures will allow snowmakers to launch into action again.

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■ MID CANTERBURY PLUNKET

Trust donation gives car seat service a boost By Toni Williams

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The Mid Canterbury Plunket car seat service recently received a $3000 grant to buy a range of booster seats available to the public for short-term hire. The money was from the Ashburton Licensing Trust, via The Lion Foundation. Plunket Car Seat Service Mid/ South Canterbury area manager Shirley Falloon said the extra booster seats would replace old stock but helped with increased demand since legislation came into effect in November. The law change required children to be in suitable vehicle

restraints until they were seven years old or 148cm tall. “We see these boosters as being ideal for grandparents and other caregivers who don’t wish to purchase their own booster when they have children visiting,” Mrs Falloon said. The new boosters were a mix of models – some with internal harnesses as well as unharnessed types. The service was able to buy 10 seats. “They are so much safer than half boosters … as well as travelling much safer, children’s vision is so much better,” Mrs Falloon said.

Ashburton Licensing Trust representative Fay Watson with the Muir children (front left) Daniel, 7, Olivia, 6 and Caitlin 9, in some of the newly funded Plunket booster seats, available for hire through the Plunket car seat service. Photo tetsuro MitoMo 260514-tM-101 IRD 0392

■ WELLINGTON RAIL

Train derails; inquiry launched By ReBecca Quilliam and deRek cheng Part of the train line north of Wellington has been closed down while an investigation takes place into why a passenger train derailed at Lower Hutt’s Melling Station yesterday morning. One person suffered minor injuries and another was treated for shock after the incident just after 8am. KiwiRail chief executive Peter Reidy said when such an incident occurred the company’s top priority was passenger and staff welfare. “An investigation has been launched to determine exactly what happened.” Witnesses said about 70 people were waiting for the train when it failed to stop and crashed into the concrete platform, eventually hitting a pole. Ten passengers and two train crew were on board, and two passengers were treated in hospital, Mr Reidy said. KiwiRail had been in contact with them, and both had been discharged from hospital. “Six passengers left the site immediately after the accident, and we ask those passengers and anyone on the platform at the time of the incident to call KiwiRail

on 027 706 9008 so we can check their welfare.” It was too early to speculate on the cause of the accident but the company reassured its customers that safety was paramount at all times, he said. “The investigations would look at the full range of possible causes for the incident.” All services on the Melling line were suspended until further notice, and bus replacements between Melling and Petone were being provided. The company’s trains were regularly checked as part of their maintenance programme, Mr Reidy said. “We conduct regular safety briefings for our staff and have ongoing staff monitoring and training in place.” Earlier yesterday Mr Reidy did not want to comment on reports that the train driver had told passengers that the brakes had failed, and to brace themselves for an impact. “Sun strike, the status of the driver, the speed, the state of the rails – was there any ice on there? It was quite cold this morning – that will all be part of the investigation. “All that will come out in due course, in terms of the root cause of the incident.” - APNZ

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Budget service does great job Coen Lammers EDITOR

he funding request by the Ashburton Budget Advisory Service to pay for an increased demand may involve a small sum, but reflects a big issue in the community. Co-ordinator Carol Brown revealed that the number of families needing their help had increased 60 per cent over the past five years, the same period in which Mid Canterbury has enjoyed an unprecedented economic boom. Amidst this overall wealth, it seems curious that the financial situation for 170 families in Mid Canterbury has spiralled out of control to the point that they have given up hope of digging themselves out of a hole. While the rural and associated sectors are booming, some people are unable to access this wealth and the opportunities on offer. These families only reflect about 1 per cent of our population, but the quality of a society is judged by the way it looks after its most vulnerable and how well the under-privileged live in our community. There are endless scenarios as to why people find themselves with a debt they are unable to cope with or have spending patterns that do not line up with their incomes. And many of us know how quickly we can all end up in that spiral and often beyond our control, like losing your job or your partner. So before anyone dismisses or judges these people’s situations, remember how easily our own financial position can take a devastating turn for the worse. The budget advisory service does a wonderful job and the families that seek their help, need to be commended for recognising the fact that they need support. Instead of getting into more debt or resorting to desperate, or illegal, measures, they ask for skills and support to get back on their own feet. And they are not looking for a hand-out. The council should get behind this work, as the entire community benefits from its results.

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Good news for roading

he New Zealand Transport Agency review of historic Financial Assistance Rates which determine the percentage of funding the Government gives us each year to spend on our local roads has been at the top of the council’s advocacy list. On average, for every dollar we spend on roads in the Ashburton District, 46.6 per cent comes from the Government (funded from petrol taxes and road user charges) and the other 53.4 per cent is funded from rates. The overall split in funding applies to roading work the NZTA agrees is appropriate. Anything over and above we have to fund ourselves. Like many rural and provincial councils we have been lobbying long and hard for a higher percentage of the Government’s co-investment funding. This month the NZTA let the mayor know their board had made some important initial decisions about FARs. While they have further work to do before confirming a rate, the good news is that there is a strong indication Ashburton will be transitioned to a subsidy of 52 per cent Government funding. Transitioning will occur over a number of years to get to that higher rate because a number of other councils throughout the country will have their rates reduced and a substantial rate drop for any one council has been deemed undesirable. With a fairer funding rate in sight, our advocacy efforts

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will now be focused on getting agreement with the NZTA on the levels of service they will fund with their share for different classifications of roads. Bridges form part of the road network. Recent comments by some that ratepayers would need to fully fund a second Ashburton urban bridge are incorrect. The NZTA co-funded the council’s cost of the Notice of Requirement work done to date and they will continue to co-fund the cost of any bridge that is eventually built. Continuing on the theme of advocacy, our mayor went to Wellington last month to speak to a Parliamentary Select Committee about concerns we had with proposed legislation that will restrict development contribution funding for community infrastructure. We are growing fast in Ashburton and we think developers should pay their fair share, but equally acknowledge that we don’t want the level of development contributions to be so high that they discourage development or make new housing unaffordable. We had planned to receive development contribution funding towards the new art gallery and museum facility, the EA Networks sports facility and any new replacement council

administration building that is built in the future. The select committee acknowledged our concerns and recommended changes that would allow the council to continue to collect development contributions for projects that are already planned or underway. The Government has also proposed that the council formally review the delivery and cost-effectiveness of all its services every three years. While accepting the sound intent, there is a cost involved in doing this work which would need to be rate funded. This could be a significant burden if we tried to review all our activities at the same time. We submitted that reviews should be done on a rolling basis and that each activity be subject to a review every six years. The select committee agreed that the proposed legislation could impose inappropriate and unjustified demands and costs on councils. They proposed amendments to lessen the burden, including the longer six-year period we suggested. Of course, councils are not always successful with their advocacy. For our next long-term plan, which will take effect next year, we have been given a set of new mandatory nonfinancial performance measures for our infrastructure activities – water, sewerage, stormwater, roads and footpaths and for some councils, flood protection and control works. All New Zealand councils will have to report on their

performance for at least 18 of the 19 measures in a prescribed format. These are measures that councils will be benchmarked on in future. In some cases we will need to invest in new auditable recording mechanisms to validate our results. While we could go to the expense of having additional measures, it is more than likely the existing infrastructural performance measures we use at the moment will disappear, if not immediately then down the track. Why would we fund collection of data and reporting on two different sets of measures! Despite considerable advocacy, in the roading and footpath area, the five new mandatory measures we must use have nothing at all for reporting on the maintenance and satisfaction or lack thereof for unsealed roads. The omission doesn’t sit comfortably with the purpose of the mandatory measures, which is to provide ratepayers and residents with good information on the services councils provide. I understand that because many councils don’t have large unsealed roading networks like ours it was decided that specific reporting on roads should be limited to the sealed network. We will keep trying. The 19 new performance measures can be found on the local government section of the Department of Internal Affairs website www.dia.govt.nz Andrew Dalziel is CEO of the Ashburton District Council

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■ MALAYSIA

In brief

MH370 data released BY M. JEGATHESAN Malaysia has released raw satellite data used to determine that missing Flight MH370 went down in the southern Indian Ocean, information demanded by passengers’ relatives who are frustrated over the failure to find any wreckage. The Malaysian Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) said yesterday it had worked with British firm Inmarsat to provide 47 pages of data communication logs recorded by the British satellite operator, as well as explanatory notes for public consumption. Analysts said it would take time to draw any conclusions from the raw, highly technical data. The families of the 239 passengers and crew on board the Malaysia Airlines plane had demanded the information be made public after a massive and costly search for the flight found nothing. The flight was mysteriously diverted from its Kuala Lumpur-

Beijing route 11 weeks ago. Officials, relying in part on the Inmarsat data, have said they believe the plane ended up over the southern Indian Ocean where it crashed into the sea, possibly after running out of fuel. The numerical data used the Doppler effect - the change in frequency of waves from a moving object - to decipher the Boeing 777’s final flight path. Inmarsat’s interpretation of the data was subsequently verified by the international investigation team, which includes the DCA and the air safety boards of Britain, China and the US. But with no sign of the plane found since its disappearance on March 8, relatives and friends are sceptical. “The first thing we’re going to expect feedback on is does the data look right,” Sarah Bajc, whose partner Philip Wood was on the missing jet, told CNN. “Is it as complete as we’re being led to believe it is?” he said. Bajc and other relatives said in a May 20 report to the govern-

Duchess’ derriere A photograph has appeared of the Duchess of Cambridge’s apparently bare bottom, taken while she was in the NSW Blue Mountains dur-ing the recent royal visit. The photograph, first published on the German Bild website, was reportedly taken when Kate and William arrived at the Blue Mountains by helicopter in April. Catherine’s bottom, apparently sans underwear, was revealed when her blue and white Diane Von Furstenberg frock was blown up by the air from the helicopter’s rotor blade. - AAP

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A man writes messages for passengers aboard the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 before a mass prayer for them, in Kuala Lumpur.

ments of Malaysia and Australia, which is co-ordinating the search effort, that they wanted to know if another flight path had been possible. “There is no mention on why they are so sure the Inmarsat data is highly accurate and reliable, to the extent that they have thrown all resources there.”

The DCA has previously stressed that satellite data was just one of several elements being examined by investigators. Malaysian authorities have been tight-lipped on details, saying they can only divulge information once it has been verified and when its release will not affect investigations into the plane’s disappearance. - AFP

■ ROME

‘No privileges’ for abuse bishops Pope Francis has warned there are “no privileges” for bishops when it comes to child sex crimes and says he will hold a special mass with victims next week in the Vatican. “Three bishops are being investigated,” Francis told reporters on his return flight from the Middle East when asked about the thousands of scandals that have rocked the Catholic Church. “One of them has already been convicted. There are no privileges. “Priests who do this are betraying the Lord,” said the Argentine pontiff, who has set up a new committee to root out abuse. Francis also said he would be celebrating a mass next week at his Vatican residence, St Martha’s, with “six or eight victims” and would Pope Francis then meet with them privately to talk about their ordeal. The pope last month personally asked forgiveness for the “evil” of abuses and promised more action in response to accusations of cover-ups and excessive leniency by the Vatican. At a UN hearing earlier this year, Vatican officials revealed that 3420 abuse cases had been handled over the past decade by the Catholic Church’s Canon Law prosecutors. As a result of these cases, 848 priests were defrocked - expelled from the priesthood. A further 2572 were ordered to “live a life of prayer or penance”, for example in a monastery. - AFP

A Mexican man who was once the world’s heaviest human has died at the age of 48. Preliminary reports say Manuel Uribe, who weighed 597 kilos at one point, died due to an irregular heartbeat and an ailment linked to the loss of fluids in his legs, an official at the University Hospital in the northern city of Monterrey said. After he was listed as the world’s heaviest human by the Guinness World Records, Uribe began a diet that brought his weight down to 394 kilos. Uribe got married in 2008 after being taken to the ceremony in a crane. - AFP

Net whiz faces jail Daniel Tzvetkoff, the Queensland business whiz who became an informant and key player in the shutting down of America’s multibillion-dollar online poker industry, could avoid jail time in the US. Tzvetkoff was facing a 75-year sentence in America’s harsh federal prison system when he was arrested in Las Vegas in 2010 for illegally processing more than $US1 billion, but the 31-year-old, along with his parents and mother-in-law, have made a passionate plea to a New York judge ahead of his sentencing. Tzvetkoff was once a high-flying media darling in Australia with an estimated worth of $82m. - AAP

Bomb material seized Police in China’s restive Xinjiang province have seized 1.8 tonnes of bomb-making material and detained five people, following a string of deadly attacks blamed on militants from the Muslim Uighur homeland. China vowed a yearlong crackdown on terrorism over the weekend with violence blamed on separatists from Xinjiang increasingly targeting civilians and spreading far outside the western region in recent months. Last week, five suspects killed 39 people and wounded more than 90 in a car and bomb assault in Urumqi. - AFP

‘Bum crack bandit’ Would-be burglars take note: if you’re going to rob a pub, make sure you keep your backside covered. A Queensland woman has been jailed over a robbery and shooting after her backside and a distinctive tattoo above it were captured on CCTV. The Supreme Court in Brisbane heard Eboni Pydde, 21, concealed her face behind a hoodie and sunglasses, but obviously didn’t think to pull up her pants far enough when she robbed the Coomera Hotel in 2011, and was dubbed the “bum crack bandit” after police released CCTV footage showing Pydde flashing her rear as she leaped over the bar to steal alcohol. - AAP

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■ NEW SOFTWARE LISTING

In brief Lower milk price?

Gentrack targets $100m

Geneva wins judgement ments point to Gentrack’s forecast net profit of $3.7 million in 2014 and $9.3 million in 2015. Docking said shares in the company’s closest peer, TechnologyOne - Australia’s largest publicly listed software company _ performed strongly over March and April while others in the high growth/technology space suffered. Gentrack competes head-tohead with multinational software giants SAP and Oracle. Docking, who has been with the company for 20 years, said Gentrack implemented its own

software with customers, unlike its major competitors, which used third parties. The offer comprises the issue of up to 18 million new ordinary shares to raise $36 million of new capital and the sale of 26.3 million existing shares at an indicative price range of $2 to $2.50 per share. It will have institutional and retail components but there will be no public pool. Capital raised through the issue of new shares will be used to pay down Gentrack’s existing debt of $33.1 million. - APNZ

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followed to dismiss Mr Peters was closely examined by the Employment Relations Authority (ERA). Unfortunately this is where Bay Packers came unstuck. Mr Peters was given only 30 minutes notice of the disciplinary meeting. This was deemed to be insufficient for him to prepare his response or arrange for a representative, and therefore it was unfair. The ERA determined it was also unfair of the Bay Packers to take into account a similar

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incident of about 12 months previously, as it was too long ago and had not resulted in any disciplinary warning. It was finally concluded the employer should have taken into account Mr Peters’ four years of service and disciplinary free record before deciding to dismiss. Bay Packers was ordered to reimburse Mr Peters $8528 for three months loss of wages. However, there was no award of compensation on other grounds because Mr Peters had contributed “100 per cent” to his dismissal. The ERA didn’t say Bay Packers could not have dismissed Mr Peters for the absence; the problem was the process they followed. Unfortunately it is more often the failure to follow a fair process, rather than the substance of the matter, that results in a ruling that a dismissal was unjustified. Chapman Employment Relations provides HR and employment law advice exclusively to employers. If you have a question for this column please contact christine@chapmaner.co.nz

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Drunk employee wins $8500 espite Turei Peters being too drunk to attend work following a Boxing Day drinking binge, his dismissal was deemed to be unjustified. Mr Peters had texted his employer, Bay Packers (NZ) Ltd, saying “2 crook to mke it in”, and the next day explained he had been drinking until 3am and was therefore too drunk to come to work at 5am. As a result Bay Packers sacked Mr Peters, noting that in November it had been explained to all employees the importance of turning up to work over the busy season, and if they were absent without a reasonable excuse they could be dismissed. Mr Peters raised a personal grievance claiming the dismissal was unjustified. The process the employer

Geneva Finance has won a $150,000 judgement against its founder, who borrowed money from the company. GFNZ Group, previously known as Geneva Finance, in February applied for summary judgement in the High Court at Auckland for an alleged debt owed by its former managing director, Glenn Andrew Walker. It follows Walker borrowing $225,000 from Geneva in 2006. The loan agreement said Walker was to use it to buy shares in Geneva or other associated companies, and the outstanding balance was then to be paid five years after the advance. - NZH

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Auckland-based Gentrack, which develops specialist software for energy utilities, water companies and airports, says it plans to raise up to $101.8 million through an initial public offer and sharemarket float. Gentrack said the funds would be used to pay down debt and to enable a partial sell-down of stock by its major shareholders. It expects to list on the NZX and ASX on June 25. In aviation, Gentrack’s software is used in 150 utility and airport sites around the world. On the energy utilities side, Gentrack’s customers include Genesis Energy, Meridian Energy and Vector. In Australia, Gentrack is used by Australian utilities, including Origin Energy and Alinta. Further afield, its software

is used in “marquee” international airports including Hong Kong, JFK in New York, Newark Liberty, Sydney, Melbourne and Birmingham, as well as in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington. About 89 per cent of the company’s revenue comes from utilities and about 10 per cent comes from airports. Chief executive James Docking was quick to differentiate the company from high-growth technology companies such as Xero, Wynyard and SLI - all stocks that attracted heavy selling over March and April when fears about the sector started to emerge in the United States. Docking said Gentrack was profit-driven, in contrast with stocks like Xero, which is yet to make profit and which does not expect to make one for several years. To that end, the offer docu-

Farm investment company MyFarm expects Fonterra to announce a $6.60 to $6.80 per kg milk price for the 2014/15 year when it issues its forecasts this morning. That would compare with Fonterra’s forecast for the current 2013/14 season, which ends on May 31, of $8.65/kg milk solids. Part of the reason for a lower opening price was that major Chinese buyers were standing out of the market at the global Dairy Trade auction, MyFarm said in a market commentary. - APNZ

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 NZX 20 index

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 NZX All index

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 Falls 51

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 S&P/ASX 200 index

5,511.7

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At close of trading on May 27, 2014

 Dow Jones Indust.

16,606.27 +63.19 +0.38%

At close of trading on May 26, 2014

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6,815.75

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At close of trading on May 23, 2014

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14,636.52 +34.0 +0.23%

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 Gold

1,291.5

London – $US/ounce

 Silver

19.42

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London – $US/ounce

–0.14

–0.72%

 Copper London – $US/tonne

6,991.0

+45.5

+0.66%

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Source: BNZ

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Get into some healthy comfort

s winter’s bite makes itself felt with a vengeance in Ashburton many of us start to crave comfort foods. Comfort food doesn’t have to be heavy and laden with sugar or fat; The Healthy Food Guide has a section on one-pot dinners this month. Here are a few to try (both recipes are low in kilojoules, low in fat and also low sodium, and easy to make gluten free).

Persian spiced beef with dates and cinnamon Oil spray 400g trimmed blade steak, diced 2 onions, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2t grated fresh ginger 2t sweet paprika 1 cinnamon stick 400g can no-added-salt chopped tomatoes 500g kumara, peeled, diced ¼ C chopped dates 1C shredded silverbeet 300g steamed green beans ■ Preheat oven to 160°C. Spray a large flameproof casserole dish (that has a lid) with oil and set over a high heat. Add steak in batches and cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes or until browned. Transfer steak to a plate. ■ Return dish to a medium heat. Spray with oil again. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for five minutes or until soft. Add garlic, ginger, sweet paprika and cinnamon stick. Cook, stirring, for 1 more minute or until fragrant. Return beef to dish with tomatoes and 1 cup water. Stir to combine and bring to the boil. ■ Cover dish with lid and bake for

Top left – Chicken biryani with tomato and coriander salsa. Top right – Persian spiced beef with dates and cinnamon.

1 ½ hours. Add kumara and dates to dish. Cover and cook for 30-45 more minutes or until beef and kumara are tender. ■ Remove dish from oven and stir silverbeet through mixture until wilted. Serve spiced beef with beans.

2t ground cumin 2t ground coriander Oil spray 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2t grated fresh ginger ½ small head cauliflower (about 500g), trimmed, cut in florets 1C basmati rice 1 ½ C liquid no-added-salt chicken stock 250g cherry tomatoes, chopped 2T chopped fresh coriander

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coat. Cover bowl and place in fridge to marinate for 30 minutes. Spray a flame-proof casserole dish (that has a tight-fitting lid) with olive oil. Set over a medium heat. Cook chicken, in 2 batches, for 3-4 minutes or until browned. Remove from heat and set aside. Return dish to a medium heat. Spray with oil again. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until soft. Add remaining ground spices, garlic and ginger to dish. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add cau-

liflower and cook for another 2 minutes. Add basmati rice, stir to combine and cook for 1 minute. Add stock with 1 cup water, bring to the boil and add chicken in a single layer. Do not stir to combine. ■ Cover dish and cook in oven for 30-35 minutes or until rice is tender and has absorbed liquid. Remove dish from oven and set aside to steam for 5 minutes. ■ Meanwhile, to make salsa, mix tomato and fresh coriander. Season with black pepper. ■ Top biryani with salsa and serve.

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250g Quality Mark beef mince 3 onions, finely sliced 2t salt 2T brown sugar 2T balsamic vinegar 1 clove garlic, crushed 1t dried tarragon 1T dried basil 125g goat’s cheese (or feta) 1T fresh chives 2 sheets flaky pastry ■ Preheat oven to 180°C. ■ Caramelise your onions first. In a frying-pan with a tiny splash of oil, stir onions together with salt for around 30 minutes, over a gentle heat. The onions will soften and change colour. Never turn up the heat as you’ll burn them. Add sugar and vinegar and stir gently as the onions finish their caramelisation. They’re perfect when they are dark brown and glossy. Set aside. ■ In a separate pan heat a splash

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7 of oil and gently fry garlic until fragrant, then add beef mince. Brown beef and then add herbs, stirring through thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste and remove from heat. Whip cheese and chives together into a paste. ■ Grease a muffin tray. Cut pastry cases and place into your muffin tray. Spoon a little cheese mixture into each pastry case. Sprinkle meat mixture over

cheese and then top with a generous dollop of caramelised onions. ■ Bake for 15–20 minutes or until the pastry is golden around the edges. ■ Serve on their own, or with a green side salad and tomato sauce or fresh chutney.

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ARTS DIARY ■ Tonight – Ashburton Film Society screening The Invisible Woman at the Regent Cinema. Join members at the gallery for refreshments and a discussion following the movie. Tickets $15. ■ May 29 – World Vision Kids for Kids – Everything is Ka Pai, at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre. Fronted by Nathan King and showcasing our own talented Kiwi kids as its stars from Lauriston School, Mount Hutt College and Wakanui School. ■ June 8 – Ashburton Musical Club presents Musical Moments, arranged by Margaret Hawkey and June Barrett, at the Sinclair Centre. Visitors welcome, $5 at door. Afternoon tea served. Robin’s Art School pupils (from left) Kaitlyn Adams, 7, Emily Simons, 8, Isabel Wall, 8, Amalia Worfort, 6, paint chairs for a Wastebusters competition. PHOTO TETSURO MITOMO 220514-TM-045

■ BUDDING ASHBURTON ARTISTS

Having artistic fun with chairs BY SUSAN SANDYS

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Robin Arnst of Robin’s Art School is teaching her students “in a playing sort of way” as they enter into an Ashburton chair-painting competition. Her pupils have been using

syringes filled with paint as well as sponges and other unusual items to paint four chairs they have called the lazy chair, the games chair, the garden chair and the alphabet chair. The competition is being held by Wastebusters Ashburton,

and schools and preschools are also participating. Wastebusters retail assistant Laura Johnstone said the organisation had about 25 extremely boring blue chairs which staff and others sat on. They were now being decorated and would

come back to the organisation for judging within the next few days. The competition also included a class for creating an environmentally-themed art work, and painting a miscellaneous item such as a piece of furniture.

‘Fantastic’ photos show hidden side of MS One of the toughest things about having multiple sclerosis (MS) is that other people never fully understand the profound pain. They can’t feel your dizziness or see your fatigue, says Lyn Petruccelli, who has lived with the disease for five years but looks and sounds like a healthy 53-year-old. Now almost 2000 people with MS are using a free app to share images depicting their hidden symptoms, like brain fog, numbness and spasticity. The idea is to help people understand how disabling MS is. One of the people who learned the hard way is a man who berated Ms Petruccelli for parking in a disabled spot. She took the time to explain, and he felt so bad that he apologised and helped her with her shopping bags. At the heart of the picture project is an exhibition in Sydney inspired by nine people with MS who briefed photographers about their symptoms. The theme of Ms Petruccelli’s photograph is dizziness. It’s taken by her husband, Louis, a com-

Photographer Louis Petruccelli’s portrayal off his wife, Lyn’s, MS dizziness.

mercial photographer. “I’m not in the photograph, but it’s my dizziness. “I basically feel like I’m on a boat a lot of the time. But I’m okay once I get my sea legs.” Each photograph in the exhibition has a different theme. One inspired by a 12-year-old Darcy McCann is called Fatigue. Another inspired by Paralym-

pic gold medallist Carol Cooke is called Balance. Ms Petruccelli’s daughter Laura came up with the idea and pulled it all together. “The hardest thing about being related to someone with MS is a feeling of helplessness,” says the 23-year-old, who works at an advertising agency. “This has been my contribu-

tion. Not just for my mum, but for the whole disease.” The exhibition is timed to coincide with World MS Day on today and supports the fundraising MS Walk and Fun Run on June 1. There is a lot of misunderstanding about MS, says neurologist Dr John Parratt of Sydney’s Royal North Shore Hospital. The majority of symptoms are not obvious to others for at least the first 10 years. “But people suffer all manner of pain and profound fatigue that they have to endure every day.” The digital pictures are on www.seeingms.com – AAP

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Scarring of the central nervous system Unpredictable symptoms, including fatigue and pain Means many scars in Greek 1000 new Australian cases a year Mostly affects women No cure, but several treatments. Source: MS Australia

■ June 21 – Cabaret La Vie – Ma Bell and Guests at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre. The Canterbury Pop Up Concert Series turns up the heat in Ashburton with a mid-winter celebration presented by Celtic Soul and Blues icon Isabella (Izzy) Miller Bell Aka Ma Bell. The programme is supported by Ashburton Creative Communities Funding and features the work of five world class independent Cantabrian artists, all coming together on stage to present the very best of their individual works as well as performing together. ■ June 24, 25 and 26 – Heartland Music Festival, annual Mid Canterbury Primary Schools’ Choral Music Festival. ■ To June 26 – Artist Vjekoslav Nemesh’s exhibition Mother Of All Illusions exhibition at Terrace Downs, open during resort opening hours.

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Daley delighted with Blues By Ian McCullough Laurie Daley admits he made mistakes in his first State of Origin series as NSW coach but believes his side couldn’t be in better shape for game one tonight. Daley’s relatively inexperienced team, which contains two debutants and five players with less than five Origins to their name, is looking to beat the Maroons in a live game at Suncorp Stadium for the first time in nine years. On their last visit to Brisbane Daley’s side were beaten 26-6 following a horror buildup to the game that saw Jarryd Hayne ruled out of the match with injury, Blake Ferguson and Josh Dugan caught up in an incident at bar in Cronulla and prop James Tamou was stood down for high-range drink-driving. Ferguson was arrested and charged with indecent assault, and his place in the side was taken by South Sydney winger Nathan Merritt, who endured a poor debut as he crumbled under the weight of expectation. Fast forward 12 months and Daley has no injury worries in the camp, and a happy and focused group of players following his decision to move the team away from Sydney and up to Coffs Harbour. “You learn a lot from your first Origin series, but there is

results ■■ Basketball NBA playoffs Collated results from the National Basketball Association semi-finals (all series best-of-seven): Eastern Conference at Miami Miami Heat 102 Indiana Pacers 90 (Miami Heat leads series 3-1)

■■ Golf Ashburton County Veterans Golf Members played for the Tucker Shield. 1st and winner of the Tucker Shield Malcolm Fechney with 36 stableford points; 2nd Gavin Santy with 35 stableford points; 3rd = Mike Gray and Ray Lambert with 34 stableford points; 5th Riki Shearer with 32 stableford points; 6th Eddie Chilton with 31 stableford points. Please note: The Vets game scheduled for the Mayfield Course next Monday 2nd June is cancelled.

Ashburton Golf Club Women’s Section May 24 and 27 Results of Rnd 1 Tucker Salver, Rnd 1 Bermaline Cup Alison Hewson – 39, Maryanne Urquhart, Kay Fox – 34, Leigh Wackrow, Nicky Gill, Nicole Hamilton-Cross – 33, on c/b from Rhonda Gallagher, Maxine Carter.

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no magic formula,” Daley said at the team hotel in Brisbane yesterday. “Given the build-up to Origin, the focus, the media attention on the players it can be draining. “You don’t want to have played the game before it’s actually on. “There is a real awareness now to try and have a gradual build-up and have a focus closer to the game rather than have seven days. “You notice that energy saps from the players, and that is something I learned from last year. “I should have known better because I remember that as a player, so I’ve been very conscious of that this year.” Daley’s side won game one last year in Sydney but still lost the series 2-1, but he’s well aware of the advantage they’d take into game two at home should they upset Mal Meninga’s champion Queensland side. “Ideally you’d like to win game one,” he said. “But the nerves are good. “I’m feeling very confident, the boys have been training Brent Tate tries to make progress for Queensland in last year’s well. State of Origin Series. Tate’s team took that series 2-1. “We’ve got one more session Queensland Maroons: to go and then we’ll see how New South Wales Blues: 1. Jarryd Hayne, 2. Brett Morris, 3. Josh 1. Billy Slater, 2. Darius Boyd, 3. Greg we go. Morris, 4. Michael Jennings 5. Daniel Tupou, Inglis, 4. Justin Hodges, 5. Brent Tate, 6. “We’ve had a really good 6. Josh Reynolds, 7. Trent Hodkinson, 8. Johnathan Thurston, 7. Cooper Cronk, 8. build-up, we’ve prepared well, Aaron Woods, 9. Robbie Farah, 10. James Matt Scott, 9. Cameron Smith, 10. Nate it’s been a really enjoyable Tamou, 11. Ryan Hoffman, 12. Beau Scott, 13. Myles, 11. Chris McQueen, 12 Matt Gillett, 13 Corey Parker, 14. Daly Cherry-Evans, 15. camp where the focus has been Paul Gallen, 14. Trent Merrin, 15. Anthony Ben Te’o 16. Josh Papalii, 17. Aidan Guerra football.” - AAP Watmough, 16. Luke Lewis, 17. Tony Williams

Nearest The Pins: No 4 Gabites Alison Hewson, No 8 House of Travel Ashburton: Alison Hewson, No 12 Lynn’s Small Salon: Maryanne Urquhart, No14 Todds of Ashburton: Shirley Elliott, 2nd Shot No 18: Mary Lou Watson Two’s: Alison Hewson, Kay Fox – No 4, Nicole Hamilton-Cross – No 8, Maryanne Urquhart - No 12, Shirley Elliott – No 14. Nine Hole Section Thursday 15th May 2014 – Rnd 2 Heather Smith Trophy – Stableford Betsy Martin – 14, John Bruce – 12 by lot.

Tinwald Golf Club May 24 Stroke-Medal Senior: Regan Stills 68 c/b Nigel Heney 68, Steve Anderson 70, Brock Peddie 70, Dave Busch 71, Simon Ross 71. Intermediate: Warren Eddington 70, Brent Kirdy 72, Cameron Miller 74, Neil Rayner 74 b/l. Junior: Richard Thompson 71,Dave Allan 72, Tony McAndrew 73, Saki 73. Women: Maree Moore 70, Leen Bell 80. Nearest the pin: Tinwald Liqourland # 2; Wendy Stevenson. Gluyas Ford # 6; Simon Ross. Bedrock Bar and Stonegrill # 12; Terry Reynolds. Ideal Electrical Supplies # 16; Warren Eddington.Two’s; Colin Johnstone, Wayne Lloyd, Wendy Stevenson, Kevin Greenaway, Neil Rayner, Matt Duncan. Net eagles: # 2 Matt Duncan.

■■ Ice hockey NHL Playoffs Collated results from the NHL Conference Final(all series best-of-seven): Western Conference at Los Angeles Los Angeles Kings 5 Chicago Blackhawks

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■■ Rugby league NRL results standings Rd 11 SYDNEY ROOSTERS 32 (A Minichiello 2 S Williams 2 S Kenny-Dowall N MacDonald tries J Maloney 4 goals) bt BULLDOGS 12 (M Brown 2 tries K Inu 2 goals) at ANZ Stadium. Refs: Ashley Klein, Adam Gee. WARRIORS 24 (D Fusitua 2 S Johnson S Mannering B Matulino tries C Townsend 2 goals) bt GOLD COAST 16 (D Taylor 3 tries B Henry 2 goals) at Cbus Super Stadium. Referee: Gavin Morris, Henry Perenara. BRISBANE 16 (C Oates 2 tries B Hunt 4 goals) bt WESTS TIGERS 14 (L Brooks B Thompson tries P Richards 3 goals) at Campbelltown Sports Stadium. Referee: Gavin Badger, Gavin Reynolds. CANBERRA 42 (J Wighton 2 J Croker J Kennedy A Milford R Robinson P Vaughan tries J Croker 7 goals) bt NORTH QUEENSLAND 12 (E Lowe C Rona tries E Lowe 2 goals) at GIO Stadium. Referee: Gerard Sutton, Jared Maxwell. SOUTH SYDNEY 18 (K Auva’a S Burgess C McInnes tries A Reynolds 3 goals) bt CRONULLA 0 at Remondis Stadium. Referee: Matt Cecchin, Grant Atkins. Crowd: 8,137. Bye - Manly, Penrith, Parramatta, Melbourne, St George Illawarra, Newcastle Standings P W D L B PF PA PD Pts 1 Bulldogs 11 8 0 3 0 237 156 81 16 2 Manly 10 7 0 3 1 222 166 56 16 3 Penrith 10 6 0 4 1 187 164 23 14 4 Parramatta 10 6 0 4 1 239 227 12 14 5 Melbourne 10 6 0 4 1 216 224 -8 14 6 Syd. Roosters 11 6 0 5 0 244 181 63 12

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7 South Sydney 11 6 0 5 0 232 171 61 12 8 Brisbane 11 6 0 5 0 232 194 38 12 9 Wests Tigers 11 6 0 5 0 228 242 -14 12 10 Gold Coast 11 6 0 5 0 183 218 -35 12 11 N Queensland 11 5 0 6 0 244 195 49 10 12 Warriors 11 5 0 6 0 232 233 -1 10 13 St G Illawarra 10 4 0 6 1 179 256 -77 10 14 Canberra 11 4 0 7 0 224 296 -72 8 15 Newcastle 10 2 0 8 1 148 219 -71 6 16 Cronulla 11 2 0 9 0 155 260 -105 4

■■ Shooting Coronation Smallbore Rifle Club May 26 Heather Ross 84.0, Jayden Collett 86.0, Savanna McArthur 97.5, 93.1,Sarah Clifford 97.5, 190.7, Nick Squires 94.3, 187.5, Steve McArthur 93.3, 195.9, Dean Smith 89.1, Erin McLaren 88.2, Sandy Collett 95.4, 195.7, Nina McKenzie 98.6, Graeme McLaren 93.2, 86.1, Brian Hawksby 90.2, Murray Cook 186.2, 95.3, Hailey Beevor 191.8, Kevin Hooper 97.4, 187.4, Nick Stewart 195.11, 99.6, Bill Rankin 91.3, 97.3, Coby Snowden 190.6, Bryan Hunter 96.4, Shirley Herridge 93.2, Mark Horne 93.2

■■ Volleyball Robbie’s Bar & Bistro Volleyball May 26 Atomics v Serves You Right 3-0, Panic Slowly v Misfits 2-1, 4 Play (the Chokers) v USO 1-2, Set Play v Clirco 0-3, Social Quads v S & Giggles 0-3, Wonders v Team Havoc 1-2. Player of the night Jenny from Serves You Right.

All Blacks ‘are human’ England loose forward James Haskell says his season playing for the Highlanders proved to him that the All Blacks are beatable. Haskell, in the England squad preparing to arrive tomorrow, has fond memories of his time in the deep south. He still keeps in touch with coach Jamie Joseph and would like to return for another season. However, he is particularly excited about testing himself against the All Blacks with a newfound confidence after playing among them. “I, like every other player, have a huge respect for the All Blacks,” he said. “They do have the aura. Having been there and played I discovered that Kiwi rugby players are human. They do make mistakes. Not buying into it, not being fooled by the magic of the All Blacks, is probably the key.” - APNZ

Erakovic through New Zealand’s Marina Erakovic has advanced to the second round of the French Open after a straight sets 6-2, 6-1 win over Ukraine’s Nadiya Kichenok. It is the third time Erakovic has reached the second round at Roland Garros where she will face fifth seed Petra Kvitova. Erakovic, 61 in the world, wrapped up the match in under an hour, serving six aces against the world number 115 who was playing in her first ever grand match. - HOL

One hand on trophy Coach Luiz Felipe Scolari’s righthand man said yesterday that Brazil were good enough to win the World Cup and already had “one hand on the trophy.” Asked what he had learned in previous World Cups, from his backroom role in Brazil’s 1970 triumph to his success at the 1994 finals, Carlos Alberto Parreira said that getting things right off the field was crucial. “That’s not easy. It entails the operational side of things, logistics, planning, the relationship with the fans, media, the working atmosphere,” said the 71-year-old team technical co-ordinator. “We have already achieved that, therefore we already have one hand on the trophy.” - AFP

Shock exit for Stan Third-seeded Australian Open champion Stan Wawrinka made a shock, listless exit from the French Open yesterday at the hands of Spanish journeyman Guillermo Garcia-Lopez. The Swiss, bidding to become the first man since Jim Courier in 1992 to win the French Open in the same year as the Australian title, lost 6-4 5-7 6-2 6-0. “It was just terrible,” said Wawrinka, admitting that the pressure of being a grand slam champion is weighing heavily on him. - AFP

$200,000 ‘missing’ Pakistan’s cricket chiefs have begun an inquiry into the spending of $US200,000, which they say wasn’t accounted for during the tenure of former chairman Zaka Ashraf. The spending relates to Ashraf’s rocky 22-month tenure, during which time he was suspended by the Islamabad High Court before being restored to the post twice and finally sacked again. The musical chairs at the top of the Pakistan Cricket Board has led to widespread ridicule both at home and abroad. - AFP

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In brief Warriors unchanged Warriors’ halfback Shaun Johnson is a 50-50 chance of taking the field for Sunday’s clash against the Newcastle Knights. Warriors’ coach Andrew McFadden has retained the same backline used in last Saturday’s 24-16 win against Gold Coast, but the number seven remains in doubt with his injured left ankle. “Shaun is still 50-50. We’ll give him until Thursday or Friday and, if he’s not fit, Tuimoala (Lolohea) will make his debut,” McFadden said yesterday. Simon Mannering will make his 200th NRL appearance and 100th as captain. - APNZ

Racism in the AFL Adam Goodes has warned the racism surrounding Australian Rules could get worse before it gets better. Sydney star Goodes has been the victim of two acts of racial vilification at AFL grounds in Melbourne over the past year. He was abused by a Collingwood supporter in 2013 and by an Essendon fan earlier this month. Goodes sounded a cautionary note when asked if it was a bigger issue than when he entered the AFL 15 years ago. “I think what we’re going to find unfortunately is that it’s going to get worse before it gets better,” Goodes said yesterday. - AAP

Miami all the way Chris Bosh got them started and LeBron James took over in the second half. In the end, the Miami Heat moved one win from yet another Eastern Conference title. James had 32 points and 10 rebounds and Bosh added 25 points — nearly matching his output from the first three games of the series combined — as the Heat grabbed control of the East finals by topping the Indiana Pacers 102-90 in Game 4 for a 3-1 lead. Miami never trailed in the match. - AP

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Williams ‘an inspiration’ By GreG Fraser Former champion Maria Sharapova says she draws inspiration from the longevity of Venus Williams and the two superstars are also looking ahead to the business field when it comes time to hang up their racquets.

Russian former world No.1 Sharapova says she takes heart that Venus is still competing at the highest level despite being the second oldest woman in the draw at 33. “Yeah, of course, it’s very inspirational, and to have the desire and the fight to get up in the morning to want to compete and do this and

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continue doing it, knowing how tough it is to keep that level,” said the 27-year-old Florida resident. “But that feeling of winning the big titles is so special. I’m sure she’s not just here to walk around the grounds. I’m sure she wants that feeling back. It’s definitely inspirational.” - AFP

Today at Pukekohe Park Raceway

Counties RC Venue: Pukekohe Park Meeting Date: 28 May 2014 NZ Meeting number: 2 Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8; 9 and 10 Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 4, 5 and 6; 8, 9 and 10 1 11.15am MCRAE RACING FAREWELL 2200 RATING 65 $7000, Rating 65 Benchmark HWT*, 2200m 1 x3346 West End tm (2) 69 ........................S Phelan 2 14663 Second Innings d (6) 68.5 .......... C Thornton 3 78Px4 Amanood Lad m (10) 68 ..............A Kuru (3) 4 4022x Hunters Creek (3) 68 ............. G Walsh (1.5) 5 30606 I’m All Yours (11) 68 .............M Mitchell (1.5) 6 05237 Thenamesbond td (9) 67.5..... M McNelis (3) 7 525x0 Goginga m (8) 66.5 ......................... T Harris 8 572x7 Raisafuasho (4) 66....................... P Ormsby 9 70x00 Bold Ransom tdm (12) 65.5 ......R Hutchings 10 40x07 Ima Perfect Guy t (7) 65.5 ........... R Cave (3) 11 56754 Maeve Davone m (1) 65 ..............D Miller (3) 12 200x0 Bella Cavalla (5) 65 ....................C Studd (3) 2 11.45am ITM G J WECK & SONS LTD 2200 MAIDEN $7000, MDN, 2200m 1 x5623 Firepower b (8) 58.5 ...................M Cameron 2 90630 Roof Of Reckoning (1) 58.5 ............ C Grylls 3 0x8x4 He’s Infrared (9) 58.5 .............. P Turner (a1) 4 7x6 Chongqing (10) 58.5 .................J Wong (a3) 5 539x7 Ima Dancer m (7) 58.5 ................ C Dell (a1) 6 0x8x Tucker Barkley 58.5...................... Scratched 7 8L7x8 Potheen (3) 56.5 ............................. M Wenn 8 66605 Ina Jam (6) 56.5 .................L Magorrian (a4) 9 86x0 Anuschka (2) 56.5 ...................... L Satherley 10 570x8 Chloe Keeper (5) 56.5 .............. A Taylor (a2) 11 90x87 Secret Dew (4) 56.5 ...................M Coleman 12 707 Sidi Rezegh (11) 56.5 ..................... K Myers 3 12.15pm SILVER FERN MARQUEES 1600 MAIDEN $7000, MDN HWT, 1600m 1 72344 Skylla (6) 68 .........................M Mitchell (1.5) 2 7x734 El Corby (9) 68 ....................... G Walsh (1.5) 3 05 Tokyo King (4) 68 ....................... C Thornton 4 7x Bad Taste (7) 68 ..................... M McNelis (3) 5 0x Chesnee (13) 68 ............................S Phelan

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0x Elstow (3) 68 ..............................C Studd (3) 00 Lazarus (14) 68 ........................... R Cave (3) 89x0 Lord Shiva (2) 68.........................D Miller (3) 8 Secret Keeper (8) 68 ....................... T Harris 0x8x Tucker Barkley (10) 68 ................. P Ormsby 62622 Curli b (5) 66 .............................R Hutchings 55x Exotic b (1) 66 ..............................A Kuru (3) 0x0 Copper Queen (12) 66 x6777 Electric Fizz (11) 66 4 12.50pm PLACEMAKERS COUNTIES 1200 F&M MAIDEN $12,000, MDN F&M, 1200m 1 80x22 Fussy Hussy (11) 57.5 ........ R Hutchings (a) 2 2243x Rhythms Of Nature b (1) 57.5 ..... D Johnson 3 463x2 Rocknrolla (9) 57.5 .......................... M Wenn 4 237x4 Madison Ave (3) 57.5 .................. C Dell (a1) 5 789x2 Shez Bubbly (4) 57.5.......................S Collett 6 045x3 Moneymakehersmile (8) 57.5.....M Coleman 7 x0946 Abbey Rose (7) 57.5 ................A Jones (a3) 8 Celebrity Miss 57.5 ...................... Scratched 9 7x Doucette (12) 57.5 .................. R Smyth (a2) 10 Go Teena (10) 57.5 .......................O Bosson 11 Millythemoocher (5) 57.5 ...........M Sweeney 12 9 Quevado (13) 57.5 .......................... K Myers 13 8980x Peria Princess (15) 57.5.................. R Jones 14 206x0 Bronze lass (14) 57.5 15 47x87 Madame Millie (2) 57.5 16 58x88 Sea Fury (6) 57.5 Emergencies: Peria Princess, Bronze lass, Madame Millie, Sea Fury 5 1.25pm MITRE 10 MEGA PUKEKOHE 1200 F&M MAIDEN $12,000, MDN F&M, 1200m 1 3x332 Harp (4) 57.5 ....................... R Hutchings (a) 2 22 Les Silk (9) 57.5 ......................... Z Moki (a4) 3 x25x5 Chanel Number Five b (7) 57.5 ....... K Myers 4 209x4 Lushoto (15) 57.5 .................... R Smyth (a2) 5 2 Pace Setter (14) 57.5 .................. D Johnson 6 4. Tipperary (8) 57.5 .........................O Bosson 7 0x40x Della Lamour (11) 57.5 .............. L Satherley 8 Katorie (13) 57.5 ........................M Cameron

12 0x393 Sugar Plum Fairy dm (2) 55 .......M Coleman 13 6407x Duncan dm (6) 56.5 ...........................M Hills 14 960x9 King Panamera tm (14) 56.5 ... R Smyth (a2) 15 06x95 Aluka dm (3) 54 16 7x740 Ason 54 ........................................ Scratched 17 40x97 The Paperboy d (8) 56 Emergencies: Duncan, King Panamera, Aluka, Ason, The Paperboy 8 3.10pm COUNTIES CLEANING SUPPLIES 1400 MAIDEN $7000, MDN, 1400m 1 09x27 Hidrifter b (16) 58.5 ..................A Jones (a3) 2 0x804 Kings Call (15) 58.5 .................... D Johnson 3 475. Fully On (19) 58.5 .........................O Bosson 4 Boston Havoc (5) 58.5 ..............J Wong (a3) 5 503x3 Malina (10) 56.5 .............................. R Jones 6 25 Getalonghome Cindy (20) 56.5L Magorrian (a4) 7 64363 African Star (1) 56.5 ...................M Sweeney 8 88408 Shesgotit (8) 56.5.....................K Leung (a2) 9 69x5x Caga Dance (2) 56.5..................M Cameron 10 05858 I’ma Countrygirl (6) 56.5 ......... P Turner (a1) 11 8x Divine Shiva (14) 56.5 ..................... C Grylls 12 8 Ever Klaire (13) 56.5 ........... R Hutchings (a) 13 Mangaroa Flo Jo (4) 56.5......... B Grylls (a1) 14 79x Upland Girl (9) 56.5......................... K Myers 15 90x Metallic (17) 58.5 16 70x06 Copa Verde (7) 56.5 17 3770x Candy Girl (11) 56.5 18 709x Absolute Gem (3) 58.5 19 0x000 Eye Contact (18) 58.5 20 58x88 Sea Fury (12) 56.5 Emergencies: Metallic, Copa Verde, Candy Girl, Absolute Gem, Eye Contact, Sea Fury 9 3.45pm THE LOCKSMITH 1400 MAIDEN $7000, MAIDEN, 1400m 1 395x2 April Joy (1) 58.5 ................................J Jago 2 2 Gustavo (13) 58.5 ......................M Cameron 3 858x6 Flash Forward (2) 58.5 ...............M Coleman 4 6 Inner Ninja (17) 58.5 ....................... K Myers 5 Bomaye (18) 58.5................ R Hutchings (a) 6 0 El Decano (12) 58.5 ........................S Collett

7 El Grande (7) 58.5 .......................... C Grylls 8 7 Nearly Grand (8) 58.5 ................M Sweeney 9 7 Tukawa (9) 58.5........................ B Grylls (a1) 10 7x433 Carmen Sandiego (4) 56.5.......... D Johnson 11 60952 Midnight Reign (19) 56.5......... P Turner (a1) 12 538x0 Izzanorange (3) 56.5 ................ A Taylor (a2) 13 0x Joy Of Life (16) 56.5................ R Smyth (a2) 14 8 Chaprise (11) 56.5 15 90x Metallic (14) 58.5 16 70x06 Copa Verde 56.5 .......................... Scratched 17 3770x Candy Girl (10) 56.5 18 709x Absolute Gem (6) 58.5 19 0x000 Eye Contact (15) 58.5 20 58x88 Sea Fury (5) 56.5 Emergencies: Metallic, Copa Verde, Candy Girl, Absolute Gem, Eye Contact, Sea Fury 10 4.20pm BRIAN ROBERTS PANELBEATING & TOWING LTD 1600 $7000, MDN 3YO, 1600m 1 56433 The Hawk (3) 57.5......................M Cameron 2 37 Look Whos Asking (15) 57.5 .........O Bosson 3 4 Lucky Desire (6) 57.5 ............... B Grylls (a1) 4 6x46 Ambitious Hero (16) 57.5 ............ D Johnson 5 55 Hillsborough 57.5 ......................... Scratched 6 55. Silverado (5) 57.5 ............................S Collett 7 50x55 Sir Sunny (1) 57.5 ......................M Sweeney 8 0x86 Johnny The Jet (11) 57.5 ........... L Satherley 9 Viking Point (9) 57.5 ...........................M Hills 10 764 My Locket (18) 55.5 ........................ K Myers 11 Gesemi (8) 55.5 .............................. C Grylls 12 85 Whatwillbewillbe (13) 55.5 U Holmquist (a4) 13 50 Galvanised (10) 55.5 ........... R Hutchings (a) 14 6 Miz Snipnready (4) 55.5 .............M Coleman 15 60 Hermoso (17) 55.5 ................... A Taylor (a2) 16 07 Rebel Rose (7) 55.5 17 987x The Talisman (14) 57.5 18 30960 So High (12) 55.5 19 7x433 Carmen Sandiego (2) 55.5 20 5 Highly Likely (19) 57.5 Emergencies: Hermoso, Rebel Rose, The Talisman, So High, Carmen Sandiego, Highly Likely

2 82147 Charlie’s Pal 17.93 ....................J McInerney 8 47888 Billy Holmes 30.64 G & ................... J Clarke 3 23636 Scarilicious 18.03 L & ........................ Morris 9 57375 Sarah Campbell 30.93 ................B Hodgson 4 74418 Riba Lorda 17.73 G & ..................... J Clarke 10 38483 Opawa Romeo nwtd..................J McInerney 6 1.34pm WWW.RACINGDOGS.CO.NZ C1 C1, 305m 5 24326 Kiribati Girl 17.91 ..................... S Gommans 6 25515 Serve Ya Purpose 18.06..................... N Udy 1 47611 Cawbourne Onyx 17.91 ...............M Roberts 7 27113 Homebush Sarah 18.11 ............J McInerney 2 231 Runs For Gas 17.98 ................. S Gommans 8 16372 Carly Rae Rama 18.15 P &................Doody 3 63481 Homebush Toki 18.10................J McInerney 9 66246 Working Pizzaz 18.63 ................... D Donlon 4 21728 Working Midnight 18.34 ................ D Donlon 10 85476 Raveon 17.91 ............................ M G Gowan 5 84632 Azure Dreams 17.75 G & ................ J Clarke 6 63264 Empty Bank 17.77.............................. N Udy 9 2.28pm WANGANUI CHRONICLE C1 C1, 520m 7 88258 Excessive Speed 17.88...................M Olden 1 46452 Wunzee nwtd ............................J McInerney 8 75146 High Calibre 17.99 ......................... I George 2 22432 Contemporaneous 31.47 .................L Ahern Emergencies: 3 38845 Speedy Feet 30.33 .................... K B Benson 9 71765 Groovy Leo 17.84 .....................J McInerney 4 73475 Monkey Queen 30.78 .........................W Kite 10 57788 Miss Sara 17.86 .........................R N Maisey 5 42734 Gold Stone nwtd D L & ...................L Wright 7 1.52pm PALAMOUNTAINS SCIENTIFIC NUTRITION 6 74742 Opawa Cassidy 30.61 .....................S Maher 7 14787 Ameliorate 30.78 ..................... T McCracken C1 C1, 520m 8 13241 Cawbourne Tip 30.46 ...................M Roberts 1 55226 Jelly Gem 31.09 U & .........................Cottam 9 46564 Tai Baxter nwtd .........................J McInerney 2 28787 Come On Mickey nwtd G & ............. J Clarke 3 42666 Homebush Zelda 30.95.............J McInerney 10 54765 Hair He Is 30.63 ................................. R Udy 4 64853 Opawa Leanne nwtd ......................R Murray 10 2.45pm NOVICE RACING SERIES FINAL NZRSf, 520m 5 56663 Zamaddis Lass nwtd .................... T Downey 1 36x41 Sue Sews Socks 30.62 ............ T Mischefski 6 83724 Spot On Maggie nwtd ..............A Duganzich 2 32311 Method Man 30.61 ............................B Craik 7 21 Tepirita Hendrix 30.45 ......................G Quirk 3 11641 More Salt Needed 30.26 ..................L Ahern 8 22115 Semantics 30.81 ..............................L Ahern 4 54881 Amy Wineglass 30.68 ..............A Duganzich 9 76555 Paddy Baxter 30.26...................J McInerney 5 1111 Kilchurn 30.07 ............................ G Hodgson 10 57736 Adda Boy Zeke nwtd B & ..............G Atwood 6 111 Moore Park Miss 30.25 .................... S Clark 7 x7711 Another Fantasy 30.26 ..............J McInerney 8 2.10pm WANGANUI SECURITY C1 C1, 305m 8 58311 All About Amy 30.52 A &..................... J.Hall 1 41356 Sub Silentio 18.00 .......................B Goodwin

9 83724 Spot On Maggie nwtd ..............A Duganzich 10 46452 Wunzee nwtd ............................J McInerney 11 3.03pm CROMBIE LOCKWOOD LTD C1 C1, 305m 1 24553 Cosmic Rascal 18.16 .............. T McCracken 2 41232 Tongariro 17.69 G & ........................ J Clarke 3 37351 Snapchat 17.64 .................................B Craik 4 72151 Homebush Saxon 18.37............J McInerney 5 x3126 Crystal Ghost nwtd......................B Hodgson 6 12247 Rock On Sprite 17.72 G & .................Denby 7 6126 Working Jewel 18.01 ..................... D Donlon 8 24338 Cawbourne Beau 17.68 ........... S Gommans Emergencies: 9 518 Snow Demon 18.08 G & ...................S Ross 10 85452 Fire Boy Baxter 17.55 ...............J McInerney 12 3.21pm WWW.WANGANUIGREYHOUNDS.CO.NZ C2 C2, 305m 1 56246 Thrilling Might 17.79 G & ................ J Clarke 2 26387 Kezz 17.56 .............................. T McCracken 3 54382 Missy Sloy 17.85 ..................... T McCracken 4 41546 Thunder Time 17.91 G &...................S Ross 5 21448 Showem Baby 17.86 ................A Duganzich 6 28254 Sheza Fooling nwtd................. T McCracken 7 23218 Gem’s Conquest 17.73 ...................... R Udy 8 26423 Working Working 17.54 ................. D Donlon Emergencies: 9 56454 Flying Blake 17.72............................... L Bell 10 87321 Cosmic Choice 17.91 ................J McInerney

9 5 My Shantilly (3) 57.5 ................A Jones (a3) 10 Miss Pareto (6) 57.5 ...........L Magorrian (a4) 11 0 Rongphilly (12) 57.5 ........................S Collett 12 Trendy Wendy (10) 57.5 .................. C Grylls 13 8980x Peria Princess 57.5 ...................... Scratched 14 206x0 Bronze lass (1) 57.5 15 47x87 Madame Millie (5) 57.5 16 58x88 Sea Fury (2) 57.5 Emergencies: Peria Princess, Bronze lass, Madame Millie, Sea Fury 6 2.00pm VERNON VAZEY TRUCK PARTS LTD 1200 RATING 75 $8000, Rating 75 Benchmark, 1200m 1 0x220 Snow Excuse tdm (4) 59 ................. K Myers 2 178x1 Oui 58.5 ....................................... Scratched 3 240x2 Pasha Sumore dm (12) 58.5 .... A Taylor (a2) 4 25511 Ramarro dm (11) 58.5................M Cameron 5 017x9 Swap For Kash m (8) 58.5 .............. R Jones 6 1124x Irish Heartbeat mb (7) 58 ..............O Bosson 7 3018x Passing Parade dm (2) 58.........T Wenn (a3) 8 390x6 Airfield Road d (10) 57.5 ............. D Johnson 9 0818x Eezemoova tm (3) 57.5 ..............M Sweeney 10 833x8 Fluoro Lite tdm (1) 57.........L Magorrian (a4) 11 06022 Gold Hunter dm (9) 57 ..............J Wong (a3) 12 05214 Capistrano Magic d (6) 56... R Hutchings (a) 13 x8030 Our Foxy Lady dm (5) 54.5 ............. M Wenn Emergency: Our Foxy Lady 7 2.35pm HYNDS PIPE SYSTEMS LTD 1200 RATING 65 $7000, Rating 65 Benchmark*, 1200m 1 5314x Summer Dale (7) 59........................S Collett 2 7x360 Never Surrender dm (13) 58.5 ... L Satherley 3 96x30 Gerry Merito dm (15) 57.5 ............O Bosson 4 0570x Dontdyewonderin d (16) 57 ......A Jones (a3) 5 215x5 Grant’s Girl b (4) 57..................... D Johnson 6 41978 El Primo d (1) 57 ........................M Sweeney 7 3317x Anaheim (9) 56.5 ...............L Magorrian (a4) 8 42x07 Devour (11) 56.5 ................. R Hutchings (a) 9 65x16 So Danso d (10) 56.5 ...................... K Myers 10 0x610 Lookatmepins d (5) 56 .................... C Grylls 11 130x0 Pinzano t (12) 56............................. R Jones

Wanganui dogs Today at Hatrick Raceway

Wanganui Greyhound Racing Club Venue: Hatrick Race- 1 58587 Just Like Moon nwtd ..................R N Maisey way Meeting Date: 28 May 2014 NZ Meeting number: 2 376 Rosa Gallica nwtd ............................G Quirk 9 Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8; 9 and 3 Big Fat Gypsy nwtd .........................M Olden 10; 11 and 12 Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 4, 5 and 6; 7, 8 and 4 2274 Blaze’s Corporal nwtd G & ................S Ross 9; 10, 11 and 12 5 444 Botany Zenvo nwtd ...................J McInerney 6 8x77x Samy Louise nwtd....................... K Hanover 1 12.04pm ABSOLUTELY ELECTRICAL C0, 305m 7 75425 Fortis Memories nwtd..........................L Udy 1 64373 Homebush Celia nwtd K & ............. J Maisey 8 85x88 Sheza Hum Dinga nwtd ............. G Holswich 2 237 Lola’s Quest nwtd..............................B Bond 9 8 Silver Tokaam nwtd ..................... K Hanover 3 44748 Homebush Happy nwtd .............J McInerney 4 Venga Guapa nwtd..........................M Olden 10 2868 Homebush Jagger nwtd ............J McInerney 5 6F273 Another Plane nwtd...................J McInerney 4 12.59pm JP PRINT (PETONE) C0 C0, 305m 1 7 Redstar Reaper nwtd U & .................Cottam 6 5 Nikka Century nwtd ..........................G Quirk 2 38888 Mongo Jerry Rama nwtd ............R N Maisey 7 45 Gummy Gumpsta nwtd G & ..............S Ross 3 38633 Dark Witch nwtd ............................... P Clark 8 66355 Worth A Crack nwtd ................. S Gommans 4 783 Tasha Rama nwtd P & .......................Doody 9 8 Fortis Lion nwtd U &..........................Cottam 5 43662 Cee Ach Gee nwtd ................... S Gommans 10 8 Navajo Blue nwtd ........................ K Hanover 2 12.24pm HARRISON HIRE MASTER C0 C0, 520m 6 56 Homebush Ginger nwtd ............J McInerney 7 52682 Five Kay Leg nwtd.............................. N Udy 1 62333 Members Only nwtd .........................L Ahern 8 Miss Softy nwtd ................................L Ahern 2 43348 Little Prophet nwtd ...........................R Waite 9 8 Botany Bazz nwtd .....................J McInerney 3 46467 Sniff of Brandy nwtd .........................R Waite 8 Oracle nwtd G &................................S Ross 4 83684 Portobello Patsy nwtd ......................R Waite 10 5 Smash Allegro nwtd .........................L Ahern 5 1.17pm GARRY ROSS DECORATOR C1 C1, 520m 1 45582 Dutchess Queen 30.55 ...............J McArthur 6 33222 Te Maari Style nwtd G & ...................S Ross 2 24222 Dipsy Lala nwtd................................L Ahern 7 55541 Elephant Trunk nwtd.....................M Roberts 3 81773 Another Hunter nwtd .................J McInerney 8 28 Homebush Spike nwtd ..............J McInerney 4 66682 Into The Fray 31.17 ..........................R Waite 9 58557 Icahn nwtd...................................B Hodgson 5 18788 Cawbourne Kim 30.17 ..............J McInerney 10 87578 Leroy Jethro nwtd............................... R Udy 6 76554 Gucci Rush 30.81 L & ........................ Morris 3 12.42pm KEENAN CONCRETE C0 C0, 305m 7 55726 Taikorea Lass nwtd ...................... T Downey

LEGEND: fsdt - First Start Here nwd - No Win this Distance fstd - First Start This Distance 31 13 - Best Winning Time This Track

Daily Events Wednesday 9.30am - 1.30pm ASHBURTON BAPTIST CHURCH. Second time round op shop. Baptist Church, Cnr Cass and Havelock Streets. 9.45am ASHBURTON LADIES PROBUS. Meet Doris Linton Lounge, R.S.A. Cox Street. 10.00am ST STEPHEN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH. Holy Communion, Park Street.

Thursday

9.30am M.S.A. TAI CHI. Beginners and maintenance class. M.S.A. Social hall, Havelock Street. 9.30am - 11.30am MID CANTERBURY BADMINTON. Great fun, everyone welcome. Racquets can be hired. Sports Hall, Tancred Street. 9.30am - 12.30pm ASHBURTON TOY LIBRARY. Large variety of toys for hire. Methodist Church Hall, Baring Square East.

10.00am - 4.00pm ASHBURTON DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY GROUP. Open for research, upstairs. All welcome. 254 Cameron Street. 10.45am M.S.A. TAI CHI. Seated exercises, ideal for users of mobility aids. M.S.A. Social hall, Havelock Street. 1.15pm TINWALD “500” CARDS. Come and play cards, all welcome. Tinwald Hall, Graham Street. 9.30am - 12.30pm ASHBURTON METHODIST PARISH. Goodwill shop, sale of pre-loved clothing. Tinwald Methodist Church. Cnr Archibald and Jane Streets, Tinwald. 9.30am - 1.30pm ASHBURTON BAPTIST CHURCH. Second time round op shop. Baptist Church, Cnr Cass and Havelock Streets. 10.00am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Fit Kidz, 48 Allens Road, Allenton. 10.00am METHVEN HERITAGE CENTRE.

1.30pm WAIREKA CROQUET CLUB. Euchre, all welcome. Waireka Croquet club, The Domain, Philip Street. 7.00pm GLENYS’ DANCE GROUP. Sequence dancing, Pipe Band Hall, Creek Road. 7.00pm ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Real women walking group. 48 Allens Road, Allenton. 7.00pm - 9.30pm MID CANTERBURY LINE DANCERS. New Zealand Alpine and Agriculture Encounter, interactive fun for all ages. Main Street, Methven. 10.30am RAKAIA REAL WOMEN. Real women circuit training in the hall, St Andrews Church, Bridge Street, Rakaia. 12.50pm M.S.A. PETANQUE. Come and try Petanque, everyone welcome. Racecourse Road. 1.00pm - 3.00pm ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM. Classic aircraft on display including DC 3. Ashburton airport,

Learn to line dance 7pm, beginner/intermediate (8pm - 9pm). Instructor Annette 307-7138a/h. Tinwald hall, Graham Street. 7.30pm ASHBURTON SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB. Dancing, music, fitness and fun. Buffalo Lodge Hall, Cox Street. 7.30pm COELIAC SUPPORT GROUP. All welcome, we meet 19A Woodham Drive, Allenton.

Seafield Road. 1.00pm SCOTTISH SOCIETY INDOOR BOWLS. Bowls afternoon, all players welcome. Balmoral hall, Cameron Street. 1.15pm WAIREKA CROQUET CLUB. Mahjong - no counting, beginners welcome. Waireka Croquet Club, Philip Street, the Domain. 7.30pm GLENYS’ DANCE GROUP. Old time / sequence dancing. Learn to dance, all welcome. Pipe Band Hall, Creek Road.

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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

SITUATIONS VACANT

Ashburton Guardian

SITUATIONS VACANT

Café Work Dunsandel

Customer Service Centre Representative: Call Centre

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT FULL TIME POSITION / GRADUATE–INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

Do you enjoy a busy fast moving environment, have a passion for farming and telephone sales, then this position could be for you?

Aqualinc is a leading provider of specialist water management services to the rural sector. As an Aqualinc employee you will be involved in projects that will lead the development and management of water and land resources in New Zealand.

ATS is a dynamic and innovative co-operative offering members the ability to purchase all farm inputs through our stores in Ashburton, Rakaia and Methven. We are looking for a person who is able to offer their experience in customer service, has attention to detail, an excellent telephone manor and possesses an exceptional attitude toward their work. This full time Customer Service Centre position is based in Ashburton. You will be working with our experienced customer service team who pride themselves in being able to offer high levels of customer service, industry and product knowledge, accuracy and the quick delivery of our services to members. We will provide all the training requirements for our team to succeed. Ideally you will have: • Excellent communication skills; • Intermediate computer skills; • Knowledge of dairy farming practices; • CRM experience beneficial; If you would like to join this motivated team, please apply. Email your application together with your CV to: hr.manager@ats.co.nz Applications close 5th June 2014.

We are currently seeking a resource management consultant to join our team in either the Christchurch or Ashburton office. Working as part of a team you will play an important role in providing clients with technical and policy information and advice concerning a wide range of resource consenting, water and nutrient allocation matters. This position would suit someone with up to five years of experience in natural resource management, following graduation with a relevant degree in agriculture, resource management or science. A good understanding of the Resource Management Act is necessary and an understanding of nutrient management and contaminant leaching from agricultural activities would be advantageous. Successful applicants will have the ability to think strategically and quickly learn new skills that will be necessary to tackle challenging projects, and have an aptitude for developing practical solutions to sustainable management problems. If you consider you have what it takes, and you are highly motivated about helping clients manage and use water and nutrients profitably and sustainably, we would like to hear from you. You will work in a small team environment with good peer support as you tackle a range of challenging projects.

www.ats.co.nz

Please send covering letter and CV by 6th June 2014. ATS_EmployAd_CUST SERVE REP_MAY14_96x150mm.indd 1

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Poly Welders/Excavator and Telehandler Operators/Skilled Labourers Redline Group is a multidisciplinary civil engineering construction company specializing in pipelines which is currently providing services to New Zealand’s irrigation market. Redline has recently been awarded a contract to weld 231kms of HDPE pipe for the Ashburton Lyndhurst Irrigation Scheme in the Ashburton District. This project will upgrade the rural irrigation infrastructure in the region and is scheduled to be completed in 2017. Redline N.Z. Ltd’s portion of the work is scheduled to be completed in 2016. Redline is currently recruiting for the following positions: • Poly Welders • Excavator / Tele handler Operators preferably with a 5L/5F and 2 F license • Skilled Labourers To be successful, you must have a minimum of three years of relevant experience in the pipeline/civil engineering industry, hold relevant machinery licenses and a full driver’s license with the appropriate WTR endorsements. Redline would prefer to engage locally for the roles. If you are driven by safety in the work place, have a passion for excellence, strive to exceed the client expectations, believe in team work and in taking responsibilities, we welcome you to apply in confidence to vacancy@redlinegroup.co

Looking for a builder with a little more experience?  Housing  Commercial  Farm Contact Des anytime for an obligation free quote.

Phone 03 308 9936 or 0274 323 258

Email to:

h.elston@aqualinc.co.nz

Or post to: Helen Elston Aqualinc Research Limited PO Box 20 462, Bishopdale, Christchurch 8543

www.aqualinc.com

Are you a well experienced all-rounder? • Cooking/baking (anything and everything) • Exceptional customer service • Listening/following instructions • Fast, efficient, enthusiastic • Reliable, honest, with a sense of humour Hours will be set, but flexibility is a must as work load does vary. If you are interested in becoming a team member email your CV to: jenjay@synlait.com or give us a ring on 03 373 3182 (between 12.30-3pm, Mon - Fri.).

Calf Rearer Required from July 25, for approx 10 weeks. 4-5 hours daily. Must be reliable.

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Arable Manager Location: Pannetts Road, Mitcham, Ashburton Work Schedule: Varied Reporting Relationship: This position reports to the Managing Director of Pannetts Dairies and works closely with the Contract Milker running the dairy farm. Farm: 350 ha of land to support the dairy operation, 80 ha of pasture and 270 ha of crops grown as feed supply for dairy operation. The Arable Manager is responsible for producing as much high quality product from this area as practicable, using good sustainable management. This covers all processes from cultivation through to harvesting. Whilst also maintaining the machinery fleet on both the arable and dairy farms. This position requires someone who has a passion for agronomy and has at least 3 years’ experience in doing so. They will also be able to carry out basic maintenance on a wide range of machinery and have the experience to match. They will have attention to detail in everything they do, from their home to the back paddock. They must also be a great communicator and do so with integrity. We can offer you the opportunity to run a farm as though it was yours, challenge the boundaries of what has been done in the past, flexible hours, a great home, location and remuneration package. We know that this person is out their looking for their next opportunity. Please apply by sending your C.V and covering letter to: Davidsonagltd@gmail.com Application close June 7, 2014.

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» Wheel Digger Operator Rooney Earthmoving is one of New Zealand’s leading privately owned civil contractors specialising in earthworks and civil projects. The organisation employs over 215 staff and operates a significant fleet of heavy machinery in the central South Island. The company is currently looking for • An Experienced Wheel Digger Operator Applicants should possess: • A good work ethic • Be capable of working unsupervised • Maintain regular attendance • Be a team player • Be prepared work overtime as required • Hold the required licences. Applicants need to apply to: The Area Manager, PO Box 403, Ashburton Ph (03) 308 6011 email: andrew.ree@rooneygroup.co.nz

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ITM Hardware Manager ITM Company Representative Due to a staff departure we have an immediate vacancy for the role of Hardware Manager at our busy Ashburton ITM store. We are also seeking a Sales Representative in the same department. Both roles will require the successful applicants to carry out direct sales activities, including maintaining and developing business relationships with existing and prospective clients. A priority will be placed on maintaining good communications with clients, responding to and following up sales enquiries efficiently. The successful applicants will possess the following attributes: • Good understanding of new-house builds. • An eye for details. • Proven track record in building-product sales. • Proven ability to build sustainable business relationships. • Good knowledge of NZ building codes and legislation governing constructions. • Computer literacy. • Ability to multi-task, manage significant workloads, and meet deadlines. • Ability to work both independently, and in a collaborative team environment. • Excellent communication skills – you will be required to liaise at all levels with a variety of people. • “Business savvy”, and the ability to respond to opportunities and challenges rapidly. Both positions offer fantastic opportunities for progression within the organisation. The sooner the start, the smoother the transition into the role, so if you fit our description, we want to hear from you today. Apply in writing to the address below with CV, and a cover-letter outlining your relevant skills and current circumstances. Allan McCormick Helmack ITM 92 Dobson Street ASHBURTON

Ray Mayne Hose & Fittings Ltd is a small to medium sized irrigation business in Ashburton. We are well established in this community and continue to experience growth locally and nationally. We are looking to employ two people for full time positions in our company, one in our main ofﬁce and the other in our spare parts department. These positions could possibly lead to further promotion if the successful applicant shows initiative and adaptability. Training will be provided for both positions.

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• Bright personality with a good phone manner • Computer literate • Good oral & written skills • Willing to learn our accounting programme

• Store person:

• Practical, with an interest in engineering / farming • Computer literate • Restricted drivers licence, as a minimum • Willing to learn • Fit and healthy

Please reply in writing before May 28, 2014 to: Ray Mayne Ray Mayne Hose and Fittings Ltd P O Box 247 ASHBURTON 7740 Or email: ray@raymayne.co.nz

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Mill Operators and Mill Hands (Permanent, Fixed term and casual) Ashburton Ballance Agri-Nutrient’s vision is to be New Zealand’s recognised expert in agri-nutrient advice, supply and sustainable farm management. Working toward this vision, SealesWinslow offer farmers advice and the highest quality, unique, proven and reliable animal feed and nutrition products to boost on-farm productivity. Coming into high season and the movement of staff, our Ashburton operation is experiencing continued growing demand and so has several opportunities available. Whether you are wanting permanent, fixed term or casual work, be a part of this dynamic site! We are looking for experienced and/or trainee stockfeed mill operators and mill hands. If you are a team player, have a passion for excellence and strong belief in the health and safety of yourself, your team and the environment, this may be the career path for you. As Mill Operator you will report directly to the team leader and will be responsible for: • Ensuring that production/plant utilisation is maximised • Operating the mill software programme • Giving guidance and advice to mill hands during manufacturing operations Your ability to work effectively in a team with minimal supervision and practical experience with computers is essential to your success in this role. If you already have manufacturing experience this will put you above the rest. As Mill Hand you will be responsible for: • Being part of the team on the mill floor, assisting in manufacturing requirements • Ensuring accuracy of raw ingredient additives into the manufacturing process • Loading and unloading trucks A current Forklift and Loader operating certificate/licence is advantageous in these roles, but not essential to start. You will be the hands and heart of the day-to-day operation of this site and active in solving issues and continuous improvement of the site and manufacturing operations. In return for your passion and commitment, you will take part in our team development programme to ensure you are full equipped for success in your new role. Seasonal shift work will be required in these roles therefore your flexibility is essential. Be a part of our exciting future – enquire today! To apply, please visit: www.qjumpers.co.nz/QJ13402/3 Applications close Wednesday 4 June 2014

District Attendance Officer We are seeking to employ a District Attendance Officer 20 hours per week during the school term. This role involves working with, and supporting, young people (and their families) with the goal of re-engaging the young person back into regular attendance at school. The Key Tasks of this position involve receiving referrals, identifying root causes, developing proactive interventions and strategies then supporting the young person back into schooling. Applicants must have: 9 Well developed verbal communication skills with young people and their families 9 Well developed written communication, data collection and reporting skills 9 Be able to work within, and have clear boundaries 9 Be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality 9 Be sensitive to, and accommodating of, cultural and individual differences 9 Ability to develop effective relationships with schools and agencies Applicants would need to be available to start work from 8:00am and although most work would occur during school time some flexibility would be required to meet with working parents. Applications close Friday the 13th of June For an application pack please contact Mary at:

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TRADES, SERVICES COMPUTER PROBLEMS? For prompt, reliable service, contact Kelvin Boult, KJB Systems Ltd, 4 Ascot Place, Ashburton, ph 308 8989, 30 years local experience. SUPERGOLD discount card accepted.

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PIG tail electric fence posts, hardly been used. Numbers to suit, too good to miss. Please phone 027 220 4064.

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WHEEL alignments at great prices. Maximise the life of your tyres with an alignment from Neumanns SUN CONTROL WINDOW Tyre Services Ltd, 197 Wills TINTING. Professional Street. Phone 308-6737. window tinting for cars, homes and offices. Quality LIVESTOCK, PETS films for privacy, UV (fading), BUYER of unwanted heat, safety and security. animals. Cattle, bobby calves, Phone Craig Rogers your horse and all farm animals. ONLY local applicator We also sell pet food. Call 307 6347 or 0800TINTER. Nick’s Pet Food 0272 101 Member of Master Tinters 621, A/H 03 348 9439. NZ.

SITUATIONS WANTED MATURE lady wanting house cleaning jobs. Reliable and honest, references available. Please phone Karen 308 1897. WANTED full-time employment. Experienced customer service, cashhandling, payment processing, stock pricing, telephone orders, childcare worker. Looking for retail or child care work. Please call Sara on 03 308 4688.

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COMMERCIAL SHED at 228 Wills Street available to rent. Suitable for small work shop or storage 140sq metres. Rent by neg. Please phone Pete 027 281 4686.

OFFICE SPACES AVAILABLE. Parking, fibre optic hub, 24 hour access, security monitored. Clean and APRIL/MAY CALF SHED tidy. Lease options. $PBN. BEDDING SPECIAL. 10% Phone 021 554 570. discount on bulk orders for our premium woodmulch STORAGE unit for lease. Fire delivered in April/May. rated storage unit (5.55 x Guaranteed 100% untreated 3.91m) in secure, alarm wood/bark. NO DEMOLITION monitored compound, MATERIALS USED HERE. accessible 24/7. Please Sawdust also available. phone Nicola at Bradfords 03 Adams Sawmilling, Malcolm 308 9039. McDowell Road. Ph 3083595.

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Always sought after in this location. Substantial family home within easy walking distance to towns main amenities all the things you would expect to find in this quality home and more including spacious living areas, a wonderful conservatory and nice indoor outdoor flow. Private rear section and a host of outbuildings. A must to view. VIEW Thursday 29 May 12.30 - 1.15pm

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Your chance to secure this lovely sunny townhouse with easily accessible garage (with internal access) and located just a short stroll from the town centre. Private secure garden setting. Vendor has moved out and is prepared to consider all reasonable offers. VIEW Thursday 29 May 12.30 - 1.15pm

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HIRE GENERAL hire. Lawnmowers, chainsaws, concrete breakers, trailers, and more. All your DIY / contracting work, Call and see U-Hire Ashburton. 588 East Street. Open Mon-Fri 7.30 - 5.30pm; Sat 7.30am - 5.00pm; Sunday 8am - 12.30pm. – Ph: 308 8061 A/h: 308 7460 www.ashburtonuhire.co.nz

GRAZING

ST JOSEPH’S SCHOOL, ASHBURTON NEW CLASSROOM BLOCK Subcontractors and suppliers tendering for the above project are invited to submit quotations no later than 12 noon Wednesday, May 28, 2014. Please note that Brosnan Construction is a Site Safe contractor. BROSNAN CONSTRUCTION PO Box 21200, Edgeware 7 Livingstone Street, Phillipstown, CHRISTCHURCH 8011 Ph: 03 379 3811 Email: craig@brosnanconstruction.co.nz GRAZING

DAIRY grazing - available 50 ha kale, 40 ha oats plus required to straw. Hinds area. Please GRAZIERS accommodate increased phone 021-455-901. demand for dairy heifer HIGH quality supervised grazing and winter cow grazing available for Rising 1 grazing, immediate, or May 1, Heifers, now, or at May 1, 2014. For all grazing 2014. For all grazing requirements. Contact Phone: requirements. Contact: Matt Matt cellphone no: 027 608 cellphone no: 027 608 3226. 3226.

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A meeting of the Canterbury Civil Defence Emergency Management Group Joint Committee will be held on Friday 30 May 2014 at 1.00pm in the Function Room, Level 1, Christchurch City Council, 53 Hereford Street, Christchurch. Members of the public are welcome to attend the above meeting. A copy of the order paper will be made available at the meeting to those attending. The agenda will also be available online at: www.ecan.govt.nz/news-and-notices/minutes/ Pages/default.aspx two days prior to the meeting.

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FOR SALE FIREWOOD JUNE SPECIAL. 3 cord (10.8m3) screened slabwood $240 delivered in town C.O.D. - Adams Sawmilling 308-3595 EFTPOS/Credit Card facilities available at mill yard prior to delivery IF YOU LOVED our Simnel Cake, then come try our Sultana Cake. Come in to Kitchen Kapers in The Arcade, and get yourself a delicious Sultana Cake made by our wonderful Karen. These beautiful cakes are only $14.99 and include the tin they were made in!

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28 MAY 2014

HAVE YOUR SAY The Ashburton District Council adopted draft amendments to the Transportation & Parking Bylaw on 8 May 2014. The bylaw sets controls for parking, traffic and the use of roads within the district, excluding state highways controlled by the New Zealand Transport Agency. The draft amendments to the bylaw are now open for public comment, and Council wants to know what you think of the proposed changes. Copies of the full draft Transportation & Parking Bylaw, related documents and submission forms are available on the Council’s website or from Council offices, Rakaia Mobil and the Methven i-SITE. For more information on the draft Transportation & Parking Bylaw, visit www.ashburtondc.govt.nz Submissions will be received until 5.00pm, Thursday 19 June 2014.

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Exchange of Reserve Land RES3195, Rakaia River Road

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Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, notice is hereby given that for the purpose of allowing Ashburton Business Association to hold Boulevard Day, proposes to close the following roads to ordinary vehicular traffic for the period indicated hereunder.

Pursuant to Clause 119 of the Reserves Act 1977, the Ashburton District Council hereby gives notice of its intention to relocate Reserve 3195 by exchanging an equivalent area of land (0.8093 ha) within Section 1 Highbank Settlement.

Environmental Services Committee Meeting Thursday 29 May 2014, 1.30pm

Roads to be closed: East Street, from Moore Street to Cameron Street Burnett Street, from East Street to 230 Burnett Street Tancred Street, from East Street to Cass Street Havelock Street, from West Street to Baring Square Period of closure: From 7.00am until 5.00pm on Monday, 22 September 2014. Any person objecting to the proposal is called upon to lodge notice of their objection and grounds thereof in writing or email to Council by 4.00pm on 6 June 2014. Road Closure Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, notice is hereby given that for the purpose of allowing the Ashburton District Council to hold the Ashburton College Road Crash Day the following road will be closed to ordinary vehicular traffic (with the exception of emergency vehicles) for the period indicated hereunder. Roads to be closed: Middle Road, between Belt Road to Creek Road Period of Closure: From 7.30am until 10.30am, Thursday 5 June 2014. It will be an offence under the above regulations for any person otherwise than under authority of an authorised permit to use the roads for ordinary vehicular traffic during the period of closure.

COMMUNIT Y POOL The Ashburton Community Pool will be undertaking annual pool maintenance and will be closed from 3 June 2014 until 8 June 2014. For more information visit www.ashburtoncommunitypool.co.nz

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Reserve 3195 is gazetted as a Gravel Reserve but has never been used for the recovery of shingle. Approximately 120 metres to the east of the gazetted Reserve a gravel pit has been excavated. The purpose of the exchange and relocation of the Reserve appellation is to formalise the Reserve classification over the area that has already been excavated. Plans showing the proposal may be inspected at the Commercial Department of Council at 131 Havelock Street, Ashburton. Officer for enquiries - John Rooney, Commercial Manager.

REFUSE AND RECYCLING Queens Birthday Collection

Service Delivery Committee Meeting Thursday 29 May 2014, to follow Environmental Services meeting

Tenders Township Maintenance C626 Methven 2014/15

Career Opportunities Building Official For more information, visit www.ashburtondc.govt.nz

Resource Recovery Parks

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The Ashburton Resource Recovery Park will be closed on:

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Refuse and Recycling - Kerbside Collection If your collection day is a Monday, there will be a change for Queens Birthday. Collections normally scheduled for Monday 2 June 2014 will be collected on Tuesday 3 June 2014. There are no changes to any other collections. Please ensure all rubbish and recycling is placed at kerbside by 7.30am on collection day.

WEBSITE Find out what’s happening at your local council on the Ashburton District Council website. The site looks great, is easy to use and has all the information you need about the services that the Council offers you. Visit: www.ashburtondc.govt.nz

PO Box 94, Ashburton 7740

Funding applications are now being invited from groups and organisations for financial assistance from the Ashburton District Council’s Biodiversity Grants scheme. Council provides for annual grants to protect and/or enhance indigenous biodiversity in the Ashburton District. The maximum individual grant available is $5,000 and can be no more than 50% of the total project cost. The applicants share of the project’s cost can be in kind, or financial. Application forms and full criteria are available from the Council website and from the Council offices. For further enquiries please contact the Council on 307 7700 or email info@adc.govt.nz. Applications close 5.00pm Monday 14 July 2014.

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Family Notices 26 Ashburton Guardian DEATHS de GROOT, Franciscus Paulus (Frans) – Formerly of Balclutha and Christchurch. On May 26, 2014, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital. Loved dearly by his wife, Jane, and his children, Sue and Les Dunn, Kevin and Terry de Groot, Craig and Leanne de Groot, and stepchildren Lowreen and Robert Mani, Doreen and John Masih and all his grandchildren Julie, Marie, Emma, Paul, Daryl, Courtney, Alisha, Blake, Hunter, Ashleen, Ethan, Gloria, and Ryan and all his family in Holland and Fiji. Messages to 81 Alford Forest Road, Ashburton 7700. In lieu of flowers donations to the Ashburton Branch of the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service for Frans will be held at Our Chapel, Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on FRIDAY, May 30, commencing at 1.00pm followed by private cremation at Ashburton. Paterson’s Funeral Services FDANZ Ashburton

HOLMES, Jean Olive (nee Watson) – On May 22, 2014, peacefully at Rosebank Hospital, Ashburton, in her 79 year. Dearly loved wife of the late Alec, much loved mum and mother in law of Tony and Ruth (Canada), Paul (deceased), Mark and Jennie, Lynette, Karen and Steve Burrowes (Ashburton). A much loved granny of Hannah, and Alec (Canada); Callum and Toni, Courtney and Karl, and Brittaney; Bex and Logan Savage, and William Waters; Taylah, Brodie, and Holly Burrowes. Messages to Holmes family c/- PO Box 472 Ashburton 7740, special thanks to the staff at Rosebank Hospital, especially Sondra Bishop for their love and care of Jean. In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimer NZ would be appreciated and may be left at the service. You are all welcome to attend a Burial Service for Jean on FRIDAY, May 30 at the Rakaia Cemetery at 11am, followed by a memorial service at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road Ashburton, commencing at 1pm on Friday. Paterson’s Funeral Services FDANZ Ashburton. Please note all late death notices or notices sent outside ordinary office hours must be emailed to:

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HOLMES, Jean Olive (nee Watson) – “The best love is the kind that awakens the soul, that makes us reach for more. That plants the fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds. This is our wish to carry your heart forever.” On May 22, 2014 peacefully at Rosebank Hospital. Dearly loved mum of Lynette and partner Kevin, and much loved granny of Bex and Logan Savage and William Waters. All that I am and ever hope to be, I owe to you xoxoxoxo.

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6am Breakfast 9am Good Morning 10am Ellen 3 11am Selling Houses Australia Extreme Hazel and Aggi cannot work out why no one wants to buy their property in the sought-after Sydney suburb of Balmain. Noon One News 0 12:30 Emmerdale Jai questions Cain; Alicia is overwhelmed; Robbie is wary. 0 1pm Coronation Street PGR 3 0 1:30 Come Dine With Me UK PGR 3 2pm May The Best House Win USA 3pm Dickinson’s Real Deal 3:55 Te Karere 2 0 4:25 Ellen 5:25 Millionaire – Hot Seat 0 6pm One News 0 7pm Seven Sharp 0 7:30 Rapid Response 0 8pm Fair Go 0 8:30 One Born Every Minute PGR 0 9:30 Nashville AO The arrival of a woman from Teddy’s past tests his marriage; Rayna and Deacon perform at Teddy’s fundraiser; Juliette appears on Good Morning America. 0 10:25 One News Tonight 0

6am Creflo Dollar 6:30 Wiki The Kiwi 3 0 6:35 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse 3 0 7am Phineas And Ferb 3 0 7:25 SpongeBob SquarePants 3 0 7:50 Ben 10 – Omniverse 3 0 8:15 Dinosaur Train 3 0 8:25 Fireman Sam 3 0 8:35 Mike The Knight 3 0 8:50 Fireman Sam 3 0 9am Infomercials 10:30 8 Simple Rules 3 0 11am Neighbours 3 0 11:30 Home And Away 3 0 Noon Shortland Street PGR 3 0 12:30 Cougar Town PGR 3 0 1pm Jeremy Kyle 2pm Bethenny 3pm According To Jim 3 0 3:30 Angry Birds Toons 3 0 3:35 Sanjay And Craig 0 3:59 Horace In Slow Motion 3 4pm I’m In The Band 0 4:30 The 4:30 Show 5pm America’s Funniest Home Videos 3 0 5:30 Home And Away 0 6pm Friends 3 0 6:30 Neighbours 0 7pm Shortland Street PGR 0 7:30 My Kitchen Rules 0 8:45 The Big Bang Theory PGR Love is in the air when Amy persuades Sheldon to join her and Howard and Bernadette for a romantic weekend in Napa Valley to celebrate Valentine’s Day. 0 9:15 2 Broke Girls AO 0 9:40 Once Upon a Time 0 10:40 Supernatural AO 0

6am 3 News – Firstline 8:30 Infomercials 10:30 The Shopping Channel 11:25 The Nanny 3 0 Noon 3 News 12:30 Dr Phil PGR A man who believes he is being stalked via the Internet seeks help. 1:30 The Dr Oz Show PGR Dr Oz is joined by three leading gynaecologists to debunk health myths. 2:30 Rachael Ray Cameron Diaz shares health tips and fields beauty questions; Rachael makes nutty chicken cutlets with citrus salad. 3:30 The Queen Latifah Show 4:30 Entertainment Tonight 5pm The Biggest Loser Australia 3 6pm 3 News 7pm Campbell Live 7:30 House Rules PGR Renovation number three gets underway in Melbourne. 0 8:40 3rd Degree Current affairs programme hosted by Samantha Hayes and Duncan Garner. 9:35 Bouncers AO 0 10:30 The Paul Henry Show

11pm House Husbands PGR 0 11:55 Damages AO 3 12:50 Te Karere 3 2 0 1:15 Infomercials 5:35 Te Karere 3 2 0

11:40 Happily Divorced 3 0 12:05 Feedback AO 3 12:35 Hotel Hell AO 3 0 1:25 Infomercials 2:25 Detroit 1-8-7 AO 3 3:10 Necessary Roughness PGR 3 0 3:55 Jeremy Kyle USA PGR 3 4:40 The 4:30 Show 3 5:05 Neighbours 3 0 5:30 Infomercials

11pm F NCIS – Los Angeles AO 3 The team is drawn into a mind game with a master criminal motivated by revenge. 0 Midnight Infomercials

CHOICE TV 6am Benny Hinn 6:30 My Dream Derelict Home With Simon O’Brien. 7:30 Steve Irwin’s Wildlife Warriors 8am Better Homes And Gardens 9:30 House Crashers 10am My Dream Home 11am Auction Hunters 11:30 Home Of The Future 12:30 Hairy Bikers’ Meals On Wheels The boys ride to the rescue of one of Britain’s national culinary treasures – Meals on Wheels. 1:30 TBC 2:25 My Dream Derelict Home 3:30 Steve Irwin’s Wildlife Warriors 4pm My Kitchen 4:30 The Cook And The Chef 5pm Candice Tells All 5:30 Carter Can 6pm Bid America 6:30 Bath Crashers 7pm American Restoration Mike and Frank travel the country looking for antique gold. 7:30 Ray Mears’ Bushcraft Everything you need to know to survive alone in the wilderness. 8:40 IFish 9:40 Bullproof PGR 10:30 Stupid, Stupid Man AO 11pm American Restoration 11:30 Saturday Cookbook

THURSDAY

12:30 Benny Hinn 1am Steve Irwin’s Wildlife Warriors 1:30 Carter Can 2am The Cook And The Chef 2:30 My Kitchen 3am Stupid, Stupid Man AO 3:30 Bullproof PGR 4:30 Bath Crashers 5am Ray Mears’ Bushcraft

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6am Sesame Street 3 6:55 Pingu 3 7am Sticky TV 3 7:30 All Grown Up 3 7:55 Rugrats 3 8:20 Chuggington 8:30 Ready, Steady, Wiggles 3 8:45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom 3 8:55 Bob The Builder 3 9:05 Thomas And Friends 3 9:15 Peppa Pig 3 9:25 Barney And Friends 3 9:50 Infomercials 2pm Sesame Street 3 2:55 Peppa Pig 3 3pm Sticky TV 4:30 Four Live 6pm Malcolm In The Middle 0 6:30 Just Shoot Me! 3 0

6:30 The Crowd Goes Wild 3 7am Deal Or No Deal 3 7:30 Home Shopping Noon The Doctors PGR 1pm The Test PGR Celebrities and viewers answer moral questions. 1:55 Secret War PGR 3 The true story of a consummate liar, the ultimate double agent, and the spy who saved D-Day – Agent Garbo. 3pm History Under The Hammer 3 3:30 The Crowd Goes Wild 3 4pm The Late Show With David Letterman 3 5pm Deal Or No Deal 3 5:30 Prime News 6pm Deal Or No Deal 6:30 Hugh’s Three Good Things 3 Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and his guest chefs create dishes using crab.

7pm The Simpsons Homer discovers his image printed on a box of Japanese dish detergent. 0 7:30 The Face Australia PGR As the contest to become The Face continues, with one team dominating so far, the divide between the girls in the loft grows. 8:40 Last Resort AO 9:40 Burn Notice AO 10:35 Breakout Kings AO 0

7pm The Crowd Goes Wild 7:30 MythBusters PGR To determine the winners of the viewer request lottery, the guys spin the Wheel of MythFortune, pick five emails and letters and respond with science. 8:30 Elementary AO 9:30 Prime Rocks – Sex, Drugs and Rock ‘n’ Roll AO (Part 1) 10:30 Back Benches PGR

6am Rugby League – NRL (Highlights) Bulldogs v Roosters; 6:30 Tigers v Broncos; 7am Titans v Warriors; 7:30 Raiders v Cowboys; 8am Sharks v Rabbitohs. 8:30 #SkyRugby – Breakdown 9am Rugby Nation 10am Rugby – Super Rugby (Replay) Force v Lions. Noon Motorsport – FIA Formula One Championship (Highlights) 12:30 Tennis – French Open (Highlights) 1:30 Cycling – Tour Of California 2:30 Rugby – Super Rugby (Replay) Bulls v Brumbies. 4:30 Rugby Nation 5:30 Marathon Des Sables (Highlights) 6pm Netball – ANZ Championship (Highlights) Northern Mystics v West Coast Fever. 6:30 Netball – ANZ Championship (Highlights) NSW Swifts v Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic. 7pm Netball – ANZ Championship (Highlights) Southern Steel v Mainland Tactix. From More FM Arena, Dunedin. 7:30 Tennis – French Open (Highlights) Day Three. From Roland Garros in Paris. 8:30 Fox Sports News 9:30 Golf World 10pm The Crowd Goes Wild 10:30 Pacific Sport 360

11:30 Entertainment Tonight 11:55 Infomercials

11:30 The Late Show With David Letterman A late-night comedy and talk show. 12:30 Rugby League – State Of Origin (Delayed) Queensland v New South Wales – Game One. From Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane. 2:25 Home Shopping

11pm Fox Sports News 11:30 Golf World Midnight Football League Show 12:30 L Cricket – International England v Sri Lanka – Third One-Day International. 4:35 Golf World 5:05 L Cricket – International England v Sri Lanka – Third One-Day International.

MAORI TV 10am Korero Mai 3 11am Toku Reo 3 Noon Korero Mai 3 1pm Toku Reo 3 2pm Ako 3 3pm Kai Time On The Road 3 3:30 Maggie And The Ferocious Beast 3 2 4pm Miharo 2 4:30 Pukana 2 5pm Toi Whakaari 3 5:30 Te Kaea 2 6pm Nga Pari Karangaranga o

THE BOX 6am SVU MV 6:45 The Simpsons PG 7:10 Parking Wars PGL 7:35 America’s Funniest Home Videos PG 8am Survivor – Borneo PG 8:50 Criminal Intent MV 9:40 Law And Order MV 10:30 CSI – Miami MV 11:20 Falling Skies MV 12:10 Da Vinci’s Demons 18VLS 1:05 Criminal Intent MV 1:55 SVU MV 2:45 Survivor – Borneo PG 3:35 Raw MC 6:35 The Simpsons PG 7pm Parking Wars PGL 7:30 CSI – Miami MV 8:30 NCIS PGV 9:30 Hawaii Five-0 MVC 10:30 Law And Order MV 11:30 CSI – Miami MV

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12:30 Survivor – Borneo PG 1:20 SVU MV 2:10 Law And Order MV 3am NCIS PGV 3:50 Hawaii Five-0 MVC 4:40 Most Shocking M 5:35 America’s Funniest Home Videos PG

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SKY SPORT 2 te Motu 6:30 Ako 3 2 7pm Te Kaea 3 2 7:30 Karanga – The First Voice 8pm Whare Taonga 8:30 Tautohetohe PGR 9:30 Te Tepu 2 10pm Te Kauta 10:30 Native Affairs 3 11:30 Te Kaea 3 2 Midnight Closedown

DISCOVERY 6am Factory Made PG 6:30 Deadliest Catch PG 7:30 Man v Wild PG Sierra Nevada. 8:30 MythBusters PG 9:30 Mighty Planes PG 10:30 Building The World Cup PG 11:30 I Married A Mobster M Noon I Married A Mobster M 12:30 True Crime With Aphrodite Jones M 1:30 Dead Of Night M 2:30 Manhunt M 3:30 Alaska – The Last Frontier M 4:30 Deadliest Catch PG 5:30 MythBusters PG 6:30 Auction Hunters PG 7pm Auction Hunters PG 7:30 Bear Grylls – Extreme Survival M 8pm Bear Grylls – Extreme Survival PG 8:30 Yukon Men M 9:30 Yukon Men M 10:30 Tickle M 11pm Southern Fried Homicide M

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Midnight Nightmare Next Door M 1am Deadly Affairs M 2am Bering Sea Gold PG 3am Deadliest Catch PG 4am Brew Masters PG 5am Bering Sea Gold PG

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MOVIES PREMIERE 6:50 Scary Movie 5 MVLS 2013 Horror Comedy. Ashley Tisdale, Simon Rex. 8:15 Argo MVL 2012 Drama. Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston. 10:15 Seeking Justice 16VLS 2011 Thriller. Nicolas Cage, January Jones. Noon Freaky Deaky 16VLS 2012 Comedy. Billy Burke, Christian Slater. 1:35 World War Z ML 2013 Action. Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos. 3:40 Scary Movie 5 MVLS 2013 Horror Comedy. Ashley Tisdale, Simon Rex. 5:10 The Marine 3 – Homefront 16VL 2013 Action. Mike Mizanin, Neal McDonough. 6:40 Trouble With The Curve ML 2012 Drama. Clint Eastwood, Amy Adams. 8:30 Skyfall MV 2012 Action. Daniel Craig, Judi Dench. 10:55 Stand Up Guys 16VLS 2012 Comedy. Christopher Walken, Al Pacino.

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12:30 Wrong Turn 5 – Bloodlines 18VLS 2012 Horror. 2am The Marine 3 – Homefront 16VL 2013 Action. 3:30 Trouble With The Curve ML 2012 Drama. 5:20 Stand Up Guys 16VLS 2012 Comedy.

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MOVIES GREATS 7:10 Inside Story – Dances With Wolves PG 2011 8:40 Fear MVLS 1996 Thriller. Reese Witherspoon, Mark Wahlberg, Alyssa Milano. 10:15 Harold And Kumar Go To White Castle 16LS 2004 Comedy. John Cho, Kal Penn, Neil Patrick Harris. 11:40 Silent Hill 16V 2006 Horror. Sean Bean, Radha Mitchell. 1:45 X-Men MV 2000 Action. Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Halle Berry, Ian Mckellen. 3:30 Harold And Kumar Go To White Castle 16LS 2004 Comedy. John Cho, Kal Penn, Neil Patrick Harris. 4:55 The Bucket List ML 2007 Comedy. Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman. 6:35 Enough 16V 2002 Thriller. 8:30 Monster 18VLS 2003 Crime. 10:20 Rush Hour MV 1998 Action. 11:55 Vantage Point MVL 2008 Action.

THURSDAY

1:25 The Bucket List ML 2007 Comedy. 3am Enough 16V 2002 Thriller. 4:55 The Making Of It’s Complicated M 5:15 Monster 18VLS 2003 Crime.

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6am Rugby – Super Rugby (Highlights) Blues v Sharks. 6:30 Rugby – Super Rugby (Highlights) Highlanders v Crusaders. 7am Rugby – Super Rugby (Highlights) Hurricanes v Chiefs. 7:30 Golf – Feherty 8:30 Golf – The Haney Project With Ray Romano. 9:30 Golf – Playing Lessons Graeme McDowell. 10am Golf – LPGA Tour (Highlights) Airbus LPGA Classic – Round Four. 10:30 Red Bull X-Fighters (Replay) Noon L Ice Hockey – NHL Montreal Canadiens v New York Rangers. From Bell Centre, Montreal. 3pm Golf – European Tour (Highlights) 3:30 Motorsport – IndyCar Series (Highlights) 4pm AFL Weekly (Highlights) 5pm Cricket – IPL (Highlights) 5:30 Sky Sport – What’s On 6pm Rugby League – NRL (Highlights) Tigers v Broncos. 6:30 Rugby League – NRL (Highlights) Titans v Warriors. 7pm Rugby League – 40/20 (Replay) 7:30 Rugby League – NRL (Highlights) Raiders v Cowboys. 8pm Rugby League – NRL (Highlights) Sharks v Rabbitohs. 8:30 NRL 360 9:30 L Rugby League – State Of Origin Queensland v New South Wales – Game One.

THURSDAY

12:45 Fox Sports News 1:15 Rugby League – State Of Origin (Highlights) 1:45 Cricket – IPL (Highlights) 2:15 L Cricket – IPL Eliminator – Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians. From M A Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

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Tourney kicks off dressage series Seven-year-old Taylah Ward braved a chilly start to Sunday’s dressage tournament, held at the Ashburton Showgrounds. Riding Ellangowan McWilliam, Taylah took second place in both her beginner pony classes.

About 50 riders turned out to compete in the first of three competitions in the Methven Horse Massage Winter Dressage Series. The overall winner of the day was Skyla Cramond, who was riding Murfre Gesseppo, after

winning both her classes. Other local riders to perform well on the day were Natasha McFarlane, riding Royal Park Limited Edition, who took first place in class 0.C, and Jenny Lott, with Fly, who won the 0.D. class.

Kate Waddell had good day out with Vollrath Witchcraft, winning both her classes (3A and 3C). Savannah Williams rode Alamo Irish I’s into first place in the 0.B class, and Savannah Williams on Alamo Commanche

Chief was the winner of Class 1B James Waddell was the winner of the freelance pony 1A class. The next event in the series will be held on June 22, and the third and final event on July 27.

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Smith ‘well aware’ of Fekitoa’s challenge BY DANIEL RICHARDSON Few players are a unanimous selection for the All Blacks. There’s generally someone out there breathing down your neck when you pull on the black jersey, but since 2008 Conrad

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Smith has operated largely unchallenged as the All Blacks’ starting centre. Smith has been a regular and racked up 75 appearances since his international career began with a try on debut against Italy in 2004, but the rise of Malakai

Fekitoa has people wondering if Smith’s hold on the position could be coming to an end. It’s a fair question given the impact Fekitoa has had for the Highlanders this year, with the Tongan-born 22-year-old showing a nice mix of attacking flair

and defensive grunt. He has scored six tries, while he has also made 14 clean breaks and beaten 48 defenders this season. Smith said he was aware of Fekitoa’s presence and welcomed the competition. “I think I’m always under pres-

sure. If you go back through the years there’s been countless players playing really well and putting pressure on myself and the same with other positions through the team,” Smith said. “I wouldn’t have it any other way.” - APNZ

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