Issue 1,128 Thursday 28th March 2024

By Alistair Barnhill, President 2024 Malvern A&P Show

This year marked the 125th show, which the committee celebrated in good country style.

Initial exhibitor and competitor numbers were low and slow but with an extension to the entry deadline and extra publicity, we were able to bring these to above or similar to previous years. We were very lucky to have Deb Abraham running our publicity and Facebook page, which helped promote us the whole way through and saw an increased participation in most sections including children’s entries.

Show morning started with dense fog for all early birds and added another twist to the task of the She&ield Tennis Club, who again did a sterling job of gate entry.

The fog burnt o& as the show awakened and the general public started rolling through the gate. The day turned into a magical climate with little breeze bringing gate numbers to the highest we have had for many years.

The crowd was treated to a happy, family-friendly atmosphere with smiles across the board and lots to see and do — testament to the hard work of the committee — and the quality stall holders were also great to see.

The hospitality tent this year was conducted by Bill and Michelle — they had the daunting task of matching up to the benchmark, which Helen and Keith Taege had set in previous years. Helen, how did you do it?

This year’s show theme was Innovation and Education in the rural sector, which saw a massive increase in trade exhibitors, who all contributed to the atmosphere and were a real treat to young and old.

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MELANGE – A MIX OF CREATIVE

Melange - a varied mixture of medium, style and creative talents at Te Huanui for the month of April. Melange features the work of Claire Robertshaw, Donna Coster, Diana Nicholson-Plank, Sayoko Pettigrew and Hadani Woodruff and opens from 6:00pm Thursday, March 28 and runs until Wednesday, April 24.

Claire Robertshaw’s work is centered around a modern and evolving understanding of spirituality and femininity.

Claire’s work is unapologetically feminine and full of vibrant colour and symbolism, with an aesthetic influenced by kitsch and nostalgia.

Diana Nicholson-Plank works in mixed media, acrylic and oils, painting in a world where surrealism and expressionism had a baby. Diana allows her subconscious and sense of fun to run free, resulting in unique and evocative works.

Sayoko Pettigrew is a Japanese born NZ Resident painter and ceramic artist based in rural Selwyn. Sayoko’s ceramic works are inspired by a Japanese flower arranging tool “Kenzan”. Sayoko started by making flower frogs before

spreading to her distinctively styled sculptures.

Donna Coster is a self-taught artist, whose art journey began in 2019. Donna paints mostly in acrylics and loves to capture the many moods of nature, focussing on the changes in weather, light, and seasons. The New Zealand landscape is a constant source of inspiration for Donna, who is not often without camera in hand sourcing her reference images.

Hadani is a self-taught artist who paints moody, ethereal oil landscapes inspired by her adventures in the outback of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 'When someone views one of my paintings, I want them to tune out from the busy world around them, to be lost in their thoughts and to feel as though they are physically

immersed in the scene'.

Hadani works for Ōtautahi Creative Spaces supporting artists who have experienced mental distress and trauma. She believes creativity is an important tool for mental health and wellbeing and feels everybody has creative talent inside them.

Above: Artwork by Diana Nicholson-Plank.

Below: byHadani.

LOOKING FOR A SELWYN STAR?

The Selwyn District Council is searching for the next Selwyn Star that will get their audience singing and dancing in their seats at the finals at the Rolleston Community Centre in May. The fun, talent event caters ages five to 13 years and 14 to 18 years. It costs just $5 to register and friends and family can come and watch for free.

Heats will be held throughout the district at varying dates and locations so if you think you have what it takes – you can sing, dance, or play an instrument then hop online and register today. Heats take place in Broadfield, Lincoln, Darfield, Rolleston, and Southbridge from April to May.

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4WD FUNDRAISER

The Malvern Anglican Parish is pleased to offer a four-wheel drive trip on Mt Torlesse Station on April 14, 2024.

It will be a fun day and a chance for locals and people from further afield to bring their vehicles along and enjoy some spectacular scenery, test their skills, and meet likeminded people.

Proceeds from the fundraising trip will help with supporting ongoing ministry for Malvern Anglican Parish.

Registrations will be from 9 am and leaving the yard at 10 am. There will be signage from Pococks Road, Springfield. The trip will take approximately four hours with stops along the way and for lunch. Lunch will be a BYO picnic. During the lunch break, Rev. Tom Innes will conduct a short and

relaxed service for those who would like to attend. Autumn is a beautiful time of year to be out in Selwyn, so hopes are high for a great day at Mount Torlesse Station.

Speaking on behalf of the Malvern Anglican Parish, Graeme Dawson says, “The day has been made possible through the generosity and support of the Johnson family and farm management team.

We are extremely grateful for that.”

The cost is $50 per vehicle, which is reasonable for spectacular scenery not normally available to public vehicles. Please note that dogs are strictly not allowed as this is a working farm.

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SILVER MEDAL FOR LOCAL HONEY

Local business Coalgate Honey Co has just won a silver medal for its Beech Honey Dew at the 2024 Outstanding Food Producer Awards.

Of Coalgate Honey Co’s Beech Honey Dew, judges said, “An interesting honey that had the judges mulling over true 'pastoral' aroma, mellowing to give a more subtle flavour. Great texture.”

Over 250 New Zealand-made food and non-alcoholic drinks were recognised for their quality, receiving medals in the 2024 Outstanding Food Producer Awards.

NZ food industry legend and Awards Head Judge, Lauraine Jacobs who led 23 judges assessing the products said, “Medals are a morale boost for producers affirming their hard work, while they give consumers a guide to locally

made products that they can purchase with confidence.”

The medal tally was 137 Gold; 76 silver and 48 bronze from a remarkable 355 entries from 122 Kiwi food and drink producers, which were judged at Auckland’s Homeland restaurant last month.

Coalgate Honey Co. owners Simon and Sarah Aarts say, "We decided to put our Beech Honey Dew to the test by submitting it for the 2023 Outstanding Food Producers Awards. Despite not having received any awards previously, we took a chance, and to our delight, the judges awarded us a silver medal.”

“This medal affirms all of our hard work and dedication to producing quality honeys,” says Simon, “and adds another feather to the cap of our collection of award-

winning honeys from past competitions.”

The proud couple says the win is a real boost to their honey business. “Especially coming off the heels of a rather average honeyseason.”

Simon adds, “A special mention must go to Andy and Janeen Keating of Wakaepa Farm, the source of our exceptional Beech Honey. Our collaboration with them on sustainability played a pivotal role in this outstanding achievement."

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Simon Aarts with his two children Maddison and Toby and their award-winning Beech Honey.

WHAT’S COOKING? THE FOOD SHOW RETURNS

With an exceptional line up including new masterclasses, new chefs and hot exhibitors, there’s all the ingredients for a great day out when The Food Show returns to Wolfbrook Arena from April 57, 2024.

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The ultimate event for foodies, this is the show to titillate tastebuds and satisfy the passion for all things delicious. A celebration of gastronomic proportions awaits, with hundreds of exhibitors offering the latest in niche new artisan food and drink; exclusive, show-only specials and the opportunity to sample and stock up on thebest products available. Once you’ve navigated around the various delectable zones at the Show, head to the free, live cooking demonstrations at the NEFF Cooking Theatre where some of Australasia's top culinary talent will be sharing their secret recipes and hot cooking tips. This year there is an exciting line up including Silvia Colloca – an Italian-Australian actress, opera singer, cookbook author, and television cookery show personality who has published six cookbooks. Tina Duncan – a New Zealand cook, caterer, and cooking school tutor. Simon Levy –who began his culinary journey at the age of 13, working his way up to Head Chef of prestigious restaurants across the UK until relocating to Christchurch, now running Inati. And, of course,

Annabelle White who has mastered the art of having fun in the kitchen by taking the simple yet most effective way of creating memorable dishes in the kitchen!

And let’s not forget the new products on the market, many of which will be exhibited at the show. There will be stands featuring Wonky Box, Pepper & Me, Pasta Vera, High Country Salmon, Nicely Sauced and Green Meadows Beef who will be launching a new product called Meat Street, meatstreet.co.nz.

Some local Selwyn exhibitors include: Brown Acres Microgreens, Buzz Club, Melton Estate, Shandy’s Products, The Good Oil and Wairiri Buffalo.

Whether you’re a foodie aficionado, wine enthusiast or someone who loves discovering new things to eat, there’s something to satisfy every taste bud at The Christchurch Food Show, where you’ll leave feeling just as satisfied as your stomach!

Secure your tickets online and Secure your tickets online and Secure tickets online and Secure tickets online and check out the line up in the out the line in the NEFF Cooking Theatre to make NEFF to make sure your trip is planned for sure your trip is planned for sure your planned for sure your planned for maximum enjoyment at maximum enjoyment at enjoyment at enjoyment at foodshow.co.nz.

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To win one of two double passes, email the answer to the above question to info@malvernnews.co.nz by 5pm on Monday 1st April (Put Food Show Malvern News in subject)

OUTSTANDING RESULTS

TM Dance World is understandably proud of its students’ achievements. The dance studio held its annual Asia Pacific Dance Association (APDA) dance examinations in term three, 2023 and had its highest number of students take up this opportunity with over 140 entries. The examinations ran over four days at the Darfield and Oxford studios.

TM Dance World students presented outstanding results in the 2023 season with 22 exam passes with honours with distinction 96% and above, and 92 honours results 86% and above.

The APDA is a worldwide dance curriculum. Hundreds of dance studios teach these syllabi in Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary Tap andMusical Theatre.

In February, APDA announced its top marks and top tier awards for 2023, recognizing the highest achievers internationally. TM Dance World proudly celebrated this recognition bestowed upon two of its own. Georgie Prosser with her second flawless performance received a Top Mark in Level 8 Contemporary, earning a perfect score of 100%. Additionally, Georgie demonstrated her excellence by achieving honours with

distinction in her Jazz Intermediate 3 exam, with an impressive score of 97%.

Millie McDury was awarded Top Mark for her Level 3 Musical Theatre, achieving an outstanding score of 99%. Furthermore, Millie's exceptional talent shone through as she also received a score of 98.5% and earned a Top Tier award for her Level 4 Hip Hop.

If this wasn't enough Millie also excelled in her Contemporary Level 4 exam, achieving honours with

distinction with an impressive score of 96%.

As a testament to their remarkable achievements and dedication to dance both Georgie and Millie have been awarded scholarships for their 2024 entryinto APDAexams.

TM Dance World owner and operator Tara McKeown says, “We are so very proud of both the girls and would like to congratulate them on such high achievements. We can’t wait to see what they do this year.”

TM Dance World dance students Georgie Prosser and Millie McDuryproudlyshow off their certificates awarded after achieving top levels in last year’s Asia Pacific Dance Association exams. Both girls have been awarded scholarships for their 2024 entryinto APDAexams.

LOCAL DOG TRIALS IN APRIL

Recently members of the Malvern Collie Club met at ‘Springvale’, 482 Springfield Road for a working bee to prepare for the 114th annual dog trials being held on April 5 and 6.

The Malvern Collie Club has held their dog trials at ‘Springvale’ since 1958. The property, owned by David Duncan and Edward and Jenna Harrington, the lessees of ‘Springvale’, will provide the sheep for the trials.

Entries for the 114th trials are taken on the day and the events spread over two days.

Malvern Collie Club secretary Ali Price says they won’t know entry numbers until the day but adds they expect around 80 to 90 competitors with the majority having more than one dog competing.

“We would expect about 70 entries in each of the heading classes and about 50 entries in each of the huntaway

classes,” says Ali.

The club awards 26 trophies annually, which include cups for the winner of each class as well as trophies for district and maiden competitors. A special trophy awarded is the Dave Stokes Memorial Cup. The current holders of the cup are Kerryand Liz Pauling.

“It’s a new cup that will be

awarded for the second time and is awarded to a local person for outstanding contribution or achievement,” says Ali.

Visitors are welcome to come and watch the trials. “If they want to see all four events happening, they should come late morning or after lunch.”

During a recent working bee, Malvern Collie Club members carried out work on all four courses – Long Pull, Short Head and yard, Zig Zag Hunt and Straight Hunt that would be used for the trials and ensured the kitchen, bar and secretary’s office were readyfor their upcoming 114th annual dog trials.

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STILL GOING STRONG

The West Melton Rugby Club is celebrating 50 years since the club started in 1974 with just three teams.

The Club celebrations run over three days from May 10 -12, 2024 and include a catch up on Friday night with a special presentation to new life members, a formal dinner and dance at the West Melton Community Centre on Saturday night, and a golden oldies game on Sunday with a 1pm kick-off.

Spokesperson Marilyn Barnes says, “We are honoured to have Sir GrahamHenry and Mike Cron, both ex All Black coaches attending the dinner to share with us some of their experiences in the rugby world over the years. A special thanks to the generosity of O'Connell Builders,who

sponsored the travel costs involved.”

Many years of fundraising was undertaken back in the 80's to provide the funds to build the clubrooms in the West Melton Domain. The clubrooms were officially opened in 1985, after many hours of voluntary labour from club members and supporters and are still being used to day with some extensions and improvement.

The club has grown since those early days. “Last season fielded 16 teams in the Ellesmere competition and is likely to have close to 20 teams this season,” says Marilyn.

First West Melton West Melton RugbyClub senior team in 1974.

HEALTHY EATING

By George Elder George

Could traditional Easter fare be healthier?

When we are confronted with the arrival of Easter, perhaps the easiest way to celebrate with the family, and what is often expected, is to go out and buy a clutch of chocolate Easter eggs and chocolate Easter bunnies. It is perhaps concerning that we have been gradually seduced by the confectionery industries to see the celebration in this way. It has not always been so dominated by these types of treats.

A traditional Easter meal is ham or roast lamb with all the trimmings. Perhaps symbolizing that Jesus is said to be the lamb of God or maybe it is a reminder of an ancient sacrifice. You could still celebrate this way and by filling everyone up with good quality food, there may be less room available for excess sugar. Find a good slow-cook recipe, add some carrots for the bunny, sweet potato, a rich gravy, yum.

Easter eggs were not always

made of chocolate. By all means enjoy some chocolate eggs in moderation, but perhaps you could supplement and have some great family time by boiling some real eggs and then spending time with your children decorating them. Buy some suitable colouring pens and draw faces and then dress them up in colourful little clothes. Take turns hiding them around the house and seeing who can find Humpty Dumpty, etc. Spending this time with your children is likely to be more valuable than eating too much chocolate and marshmallow. Eggs are a traditional symbol of fertility and when painted red can apparently symbolize the blood of Christ.

You might recall a rhyme that goes “one a penny, two a penny, hot cross buns”. This was from 1733, suggesting that Easter hot cross buns have been around for a very long time. Warm or toast them and spread with real butter, not margarine as we now understand that vegetable oils and margarine are poor choices for your health,

because they increase whole bodyinflammation.

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Walking around the show, I was happy to see the young ones clambering over big machinery and the interaction with adults who could view a bit of our past, present and potential future innovations.

The committee decided the trade site section should receive the trophy for Best Show Section this year.

Simon Wright is the trade space convenor and had positive feedback from sites and many voiced they will be back next year with even bigger participation.

The crowd was able to view one of the Calder family’s traction engines, which they kindly drove to the show on the day. Luckily, we’d had just enough moisture over the last couple of weeks and with communication to the correct authorities, they were allowed to travel full steam ahead. The last time they were at the show was our 100th anniversary.

thanks goes to the Benny family for the use of their surrounding land to enable the show to operate. Last but certainly not least, a massive amount of gratification goes out to our

sponsors, our volunteers and our awesome show secretary, Rebecca Stewart (and her family), who keeps us all in line. Thanks Becky. Alistair Barnhill, President 2024 Malvern A&P Show

TROPHY WINNERS FOR 2024

• David(T.D.)AndersonMemorialTrophy(SupremeChampion LivestockExhibit)TaylaHamilton–‘RPChatterbox’

• SupremeChampionProduceExhibitHannahAbraham

• AllisonSampsonMemorial(SupremeChampionHorse)

SandyHouston–‘SouthwellRazzamatazz’

• Stock&StationTrophyFrancineMurray

• WoodhouseCup(ChampionHack)NicolaLancaster–‘Exquisite’

• OaksideChallengeCup(BestRiderover21yrs) SandyHouston

• CountrylookChallengeTrophy(ChampionSaddleHunter)

HollyMerritt–‘SEGorkyPark’

• QAWrightMemorialCup(ChampionClydesdale)

JM&NEWhite–‘AshstencroftCiaran’

• SheffieldCup(ReserveChampionClydesdale)DeborahCook

–‘WoodburyGoldie’

• EchoChallengeCupAKatieFitzsimons

• EchoChallengeCupBAliviaFry

• EchoChallengeCupCStellaSchouten

• BenMoreSupremeChampionPonyTrophyTaylaHamilton

–‘RPChatterbox’

• StormyWatersStudTrophy(ChampionFirstRidden)

IslaThompson–‘CheltonLightMagic’

• NeilKayMemorialTrophy(ChampionRiderPonySection)

TaylaHamilton

The show committee was also lucky to help celebrate the 100th year of Taege Engineering in the district, which added to the day. Well done to the Taege family.

Always a crowd entertainer, the horse entries were very good and it was a real treat to see a larger entry number of clydesdales. Dayboo Clydesdale Stud showed these splendid animals up close with a tug of war with the children and also participated in the grand parade.

The local fire brigade put on a well-patronised accident scene display. This was followed by entertainment from the shearers and gift lamb presentation at the bar.

The Ellesmere Pipe Band added to the atmosphere of a very successful day, which was a testament to the hard work of an awesome committee and a bit of good luck with the weather.

To my family and the show executive team — Michelle, Marty, Tim, Keith, and Richard — thanks for all the extra help. Also, a big

• HNMayMemorialCup(ChampionLeadRein)

AnnabelleChurchward–‘ValeSummerRain’

• RMDJohnstonMtTorlesseChallenge(ChampionHunter)

MaddiThompson–‘Quince’

• RiverlandsMeats(SupremeChampionBeefAnimal)

FloridaleAngusStud–‘FloridaleNikki’

• Columbus&WareTrophy(BestBeefFemaleinshow)

FloridaleAngusStud–‘FloridaleNikki’

• AWAdamsChampionDogTrophy(ChampionDogTrials)

PNBinnie

• GreenwoodTrophyBestGame,FowlorBantamTaylorFamily

• HNMayMemorialCupforChampionBirdTaylorFamily

• MearesWilliamsTrophy(BestChildren’sExhibit)AjaEasson

• NPAShield(ChampionPigeon)Scarlet-HarperSutherland

• BrianGlasseyTrophy(BestLightorHeavyBreedFowlinShow)

BrianGlassey

• WrightStevenson&CoWrightco

• TAPennLtdChallengeCup(MostPointsinPotatoSection)

AnnatFarms

• RGRobinsonTrophy(WinnerofIlamHardy) BroadviewFarm

• EdwinSleightMemorialTrophy(MostPointsinVegetables)

DTopp

• MrsCWReedMemorialCup(MostPointsExhibitorunder18)

JessicaStewart

• PetersonLtdChallengeCup(MostPointsOpenCooking)

CarolVanGroen

• LionsTrophyforCookingSupremeExhibitHannahAbraham

• LionsTrophyforHomecraftSupremeExhibitPetraWilson

• MalvernA&PTrophy(MostPointsinHomecraft)

CatherineWright

• ETDalyMemorialCup(MostPointsinCutFlowers)

CarolVanGroenandDeansFamily

• SheffieldGardenClub‘MaryMansonMemorialCup’

BrianGlassey

• StoneholmChallengeCup(MostPointsinPhotography)

TrudyMcKay

• BassettFamilyTrophy(PremierExhibitPhotography)

FiMaddison

Tayla Hamilton on ‘RP Chatterbox’ won the David (T.D.) Anderson Memorial Trophyfor the Supreme Champion Livestock Exhibit, the Ben More Supreme Champion PonyTrophy and Neil Kay Memorial TrophyChampion Rider PonySection.

Amix of old and new machineryon display at the Malvern A&P Show highlighted just how far the farming industryhas come. The displays throughout the Show celebrated this year’s theme ‘Celebrating Innovation and Education in the Agriculture Sector’.

An example of innovative sheep shearing at the Show. Photo: Malvern A&P Show.

the Selwyn National Partyteam. “As always, a huge effort by the organisers and committee members produced one of the district’s most fantastic events.”

the Children’s classes in the Flower Section. “It was up from six entries last year to 30 this year. We hope this is a new trend and look forward to organising some fun entries for nextyear.”

Hazel Gliddon (5) won first prize for her Vegetable/Fruit dog creation in Years 1, 2 and 3 plus overall Premier Exhibit for the Childrens Flower Exhibit. Hazel says she is “so proud of her vege beagle dog and loves the carrots in the prize”. Aspokesperson for the Sheffield Garden Club, convenor of the Flower Section, says this year was the best year yet for entries in

Keith Taege, a long serving past president, was presented with a special CentenaryRoyal Agriculture SocietyNew Zealand medal. Keith also celebrated 100 years of Taege Engineering at the show with a parade of vehicles and machinery. Keith says he was honoured and humbled to receive the medal.

Fi Maddison won several placings in the Photography section as well as the Bassett Family Trophyfor the Premier Photography Exhibit.

Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg enjoyed her morning Malvern A&P Show today with

There 18 entries in this year’s giant pumpkin growing competition with the winning one weighting over 40kg.

Darfield PrimarySchool named their pumpkin Betty, which weighed in at 15.7kg.

As New Zealanders, we will celebrate Easter in different ways. It is an opportunity to go away as a family, and children always enjoy having Easter eggs. The Easter egg symbolises New Life and for Christians, we celebrate that Jesus has Risen from the dead.

All of us experience the loss of

loss and

tears because we loved them. We look back on their life and are grateful for the person they were and how they impacted our lives. As Christians, we also look forward with hope, for we believe in Eternal Life.

Through Jesus’ suffering and death, all the wrong doings, the sins we are guilty of, have been washed away. In Jesus

having Risen from the dead, we are called to share in his Eternal Life now and after the end of our earthlylife.

May this Easter be a wonderful time for everyone, but may it especially be filled with Hope and Joysince “Jesus is Risen”

WishingyouaBlessedEaster.

Fr Chris Orr, Our Lady of the Fr Chris Our Lady Plains Catholic Parish, Selwyn. Plains Catholic Parish,

JOURNEY WITH THE CRO WITH THE CRO CROSS SSSS

For Easter this year, we warmly invite the Malvern community to journey with the local churches as we journey in the ‘Easter Story’. During Holy Week we begin with Palm Sunday and through the week churches will have some events on.

On Good Friday, March 29, there is an invitation to Journey with the Cross, assembling at the Darfield Baptist Church car-park in

RESPONSES OF WONDER RESPONSES OF WONDER OF OF

As members of the Anglican faith community, we journey through 40 days of Lent, through Palm Sunday and then onto Holy Week. From Palm Sunday celebrations, we begin to hear the increasing moaning and groaning of those opposing Jesus. When Good Friday approaches, I always think about that beautiful, perhaps haunting, Negro Spiritual … Were you there when they crucified myLord?

Were you there when they

Greendale Road at 8:20 am.At 8.30 am, we will journey with the Cross along the path and then walk over to Trinity Hall through the grassy area and come out onto the Trinity Church carpark.After the Cross has been secured, we will then be given a map and will journey around the Trinity Church, where there will be contemplative Stations of the Cross.

You can start at any of the Stations and in your own time walk around and simply taking

crucified myLord?

O sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble; Were you there when they crucified myLord?

Were you there when they nailed him to a tree…

Were you there when they pierced him in the side… Were you there when they pierced him in the side… Were you there when the sun refused to shine…

Were you there when they laid him in a tomb…

Were you there when he rose from out the tomb…

Was I there? Were you there? At the Cross stood the courageous women who stood with the suffering Christ because of their devotion to him. After the despair and desolation of the events that led to Christ’s crucifixion we hear about the astonishing appearance of the resurrected Jesus. Responses of wonder!

time to read, ponder, and reflect. The Stations of the Cross will finish at 1:00pm. “For God so Loved the world that He gave His only Beloved Son that whosever believes in Him should not die but have Eternal Life.”

WishingyouaBlessedEaster, jointhejourneywithus.

AuntyLyn, AuntyLyn, AuntyLyn, AuntyLyn, Malvern Co Malvern MalvernCo Co Malvern Co--operating operating operating Parish. Parish. Parish. Parish.

Mary searches for Jesus and her response is one of wonder as she reaches out to touch him.

Do we ever find ourselves filled with wonder? Every year, I plant swan plants and every year it amazes me to watch the caterpillar transform into a beautiful chrysalis and emerge into a monarch butterfly. A wonder journey.

Does Jesus’ resurrection story fill us with wonder and a yearning for something more?

We are an Easter people with glimpses of grace, visions of beauty, signs of hope and foretastes of a new life. Does the wonder of the resurrection help us to imagine our world differently?

Alleluia. Christ is Risen. Alleluia.HappyEaster.

Rev. Alexa Evenden, Rev. Alexa Evenden, Rev. Alexa Evenden, Rev. Alexa Evenden, Malvern Anglican Parish. Malvern Anglican Parish. Malvern Anglican Parish. Malvern Anglican Parish.

The best things in life often come out of the worst things.

Easter, not Christmas, has been the most important landmark in the calendar for followers of Jesus for nearly 2,000 years, because it gives such a powerful illustration of what is worst in the world and yet also where the solution lies.

That first Easter saw failure of human justice – Jesus executed because those in authority envied and feared his influence over the people. Their hatred made them

incapable of giving him a hearing or caring for the truth. Theycould accept nothing less than his death. That spirit is still alive and well in the world.

It was the darkest moment in history – with humanity rejecting its creator and all he stood for. Yet it was also the best thing that has happened in history. For that was the way Jesus became the great Rescuer. But only for those with humility and the eyes to see their own reality: that everyone of us needs a rescuer, above all from ourselves, because of our

moral and spiritual powerlessness. That unjust death has brought freedom to countless millions and always will.

Please join us for a short service at The Crosses (Route 72 between Glentunnel and Glenroy) at 8am on Easter Sunday with hot cross buns afterwards at the Glenroy hall before our 10.30 Easter service at Darfield Baptist Church followed by a shared lunch.

Blessings. Blessings.

Darfield Baptist Church. Church.

SUPREME AWARD FOR HIGH COUNTRY STATION

High Peak Station has traditional farm roots, however it has diversified in recent years to include a wide range of income streams enhanced with added value.

The 3,760ha (3,450ha effective) property is managed by an eight-way partnership that runs four different businesses. The partnership is comprised of the Guilds –James, Anna, Hamish, Gemma, Simon and Kate – and Amelia and Tom Dunbar.

The judges noted that strategic planning, spanning multiple generations, has not only enhanced the core business but has also resulted in successful diversification.

There’s a strong focus on adding value to all the enterprises, with the team striving toward high-end products and experiences.

Almost half of High Peak Station’s income is derived from tourism, with the remainder split between sheep, cattle, deer and honey. James and Anna have been at the property since 1973. Their

children Simon, Hamish and Amelia became actively involved in the business 30 years later. Today, the four separate entities all share synergies – enhancing the overall success of the business.

Each family member brings different strengths to the table which has ensured a sustainable and robust business. The judges were particularly impressed with James’s forward-looking approach to regulation, and Hamish’s vast knowledge of the property’s soil, topography and how winter grazing is managed.

Protecting and enhancing the environment is another priority. Natural wetlands, QEII National Trust covenant areas, and riparian corridors are all well protected – creating an environment that is rich with biodiversity.

In awarding the Regional Supreme Award, the judges noted that High Peak Station is one of the most diverse highcountry businesses they have

encountered, with the Guild and Dunbar families being true guardians of the land who champion environmental stewardship and advocate for sustainable farming practices. The Guild and Dunbar families also won the following awards: Beef + Lamb New Zealand Livestock Farm Award, Rabobank Agri-Business Management Award, NZFET Biodiversity Award, NZFET Climate Recognition Award and Environment Canterbury Water Quality Award.

Award-winning High Peak Station team – from left, Tom Dunbar, Amelia Dunbar, Anna Guild, James Guild, Gemma Guild, Hamish Guild, Simon Guild.

Photo: New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, nzfetrust.org.nz.

READY TO MOVE ON

After 60 years of perfecting her golf swing, 93year-old Margaret Overton has put away her golf clubs and joined a local walking group. Margaret recently retired from Greendale Golf Club and enjoyed a farewell afternoon tea organised bythe Club.

“It was a nice finish to my golfing days,” says Margaret. “The flowers were a lovelysurprise.” Following the afternoon tea Club patron Jim Adams and his wife, Kath, took Margaret and another recently retired golfer, Chrisie Banks, out for a meal at Thirsty Acres in Kirwee. “It finished the dayperfectly”.

Over the years Margaret has found golf a great way to meet new friends and keep fit. She was still able to walk the 18-hole course and says she is “so luckyto have good health.”

During her time with the Club, Margaret enjoyed the competitive aspect of the game and in the 1980s she took her handicap down to eight. Of her game, she says, “You know that you can always playbetter.”

Margaret has seen a lot of changes over the years and says that in the 1990s there were a lot of players and competition was strong. Nowadays, she says, there are not as many women playing 18 holes on Saturdays; more are playing nine hole golf. “Women are working, don’t have the time or can’t afford to play.”

Greendale Golf Club president Steve Roulston says Margaret is “a remarkable woman.” He was recently teamed up with her to play for the Mitchell Cup and together they won the Cup. “She’s spritely and still keeping up with the

men.”

He says at her afternoon tea, Margaret noted three things that stood out for her during her 60 years of playing in the Club. “The first was winning a husband and wife trophy, the second was getting her handicap down to single figures and the third, and one of her greatest thrills and achievements, was winning the Mitchell Cup.”

“Margaret has been very kind and supportive of the Club over the years. After COVID, she helped fund a garden with rhododendrons at the golf course,” says Steve. “We’re disappointed she has resigned but she told me she was ready for a different stage of life and has taken up walking.”

Margaret Overton recentlyenjoyed an afternoon tea to celebrate her retirement from Greendale Golf Club after 60 years on the golf course.

WEST MELTON BOWLING CLUB

By Peter Bickley By Peter Bickley Peter Bickley Peter Bickley

The season for West Melton bowlers is drawing to an end as most, but not all, Interclub, Malvern and Club Competitions have been completed.

Playing in the Centre Interclub

Any Combination Eights Division 2 competition on Saturday mornings, the West Melton 2 team played consistent bowls to win the competition.

Congratulations to all the following players in the Women’s and Mens Club Championships:

Club Championship Women’s Club Championship Women’s Championship Women’s Championship Women’s Pairs PairsPairs Pairs Gretta Leigh and Elsie Robinson.

Club Championship Women’s Championship Women’s Fours Fours Fours Fours Mary Burke, Jude Morgan, Andreana Snowden, and Jo Paekau

Club Championship Women’s Championship Women’s Under Fives UnderFives Fives- Maryanne Wright Maryanne MaryanneWright Wright

Club Championship Men’s Club Championship Men’s Pairs Pairs Pairs Pairs Phil Townsend and Bob Burnett

Club Championship Men’s Under5’sSingles Under5’sSingles PeterThomson

Club Championship Men’s Colts Club Championship Men’s Colts Championship Men’s Colts Championship Men’s Colts S SS Si ii in nn ng gg gl ll le ee es ss s(1&2yrs) TonySigmund.

The Harcourts Rolleston sponsored Super Pairs

competition, played at the club on Saturday afternoons, concluded on March 9.

Congratulations to Mike Leigh, Lenore Armstrong and Jo Paekau who after 10 rounds were declared the winners.

On the evening of Wednesday, March 13, the annual competition for the Slipper Trophy was held. Target Bowls was the format adopted and there was a very good attendance of club members.

Congratulations to Mary Burke and Collin Walsh, who won the Trophy with a score of 126 from 16 ends.

CRICKET RECOGNITION

Rob Frew from Darfield recently won the Dulux Outstanding Contribution and Services to Coaching at the ANZ New Zealand Cricket Awards.

Cricket in Canterbury Country wouldn’t be the same as it is today without the endless hours of coaching Rob Frew has given across all levels of cricket.

Rob began his coaching career in 2002, coaching the Canterbury Country Hawke Cup team for an eleven-year span with Canterbury Country victorious twice during that time.

Towards the back end of this tenure, Rob began a new coaching gig – coach of his sons’ soft-ball cricket team at Darfield Cricket Club. During this time, he ensured the boys he coached came away having developed their skills and an even deeper love for the game.

Rob followed his boys through the age groups and the time commitment for representative coaching was immense. The 2017/18 season saw Rob begin another coaching chapter at St Andrews College with the school’s 1st & 2nd Xl

teams – highlighted by winning the Gillette Cup during the 2019/20 season.

Rob was not only involved in higher levels of the game but also volunteered at Darfield CC’s “Superstar Academy Programme” – now called Smash Play. Rob’s five-year service to this programme helped to excite hundreds of the next generation about cricket.

Rob has taken the reigns as Groundsman at Darfield Cricket Club, ensuring the grounds are one of the best in the competition. Rob lends a hand at training, coaching the Premier & Senior teams - and is still playing for the senior side!

Rob reassumed the role of Canterbury Country Hawke Cup coach and led the team to a Hawke Cup challenge against Hawkes Bay in February 2024.

The final night of Social Bowls was held on Thursday, March 14. Congratulations to the Crackerjacks (Sean Archer, Michael Bickley, Reon Goodwillie and John Wilkinson), who won the competition by just one point over the second placed Westie Rollers. A big thank you to the local community, who continue to support this tournament.

SUMMER NETBALL

Malvern Netball ran a six week Summer Netball competition which was well supported with 14 teams. The Centre would

like to say a big thanks to their sponsors; Grain & Grape and JohnnyFresh Darfield.

Mixed One Winners - Secret Shuffle, Jade Lee, Rachel Hope, Sonny-Bill McAndrew, Dean and Maree Hammerton.

Mixed Two Winners - Lob Stars, Maree Stewart, Anna Watson, Katie MacPherson, Janine Jones, EmilyHorck, Ollie Horch and Amelia McKnight.

From left, Club Colts Men's Singles Champion TonySigmund and Club Junior Men's Champion Peter Thomson.

HORORATA GOLF HORORATA GOLF

3rd Round Cordylea Cup Round Cup

J. Wilson / A. Wall 67.8

J. Morten / M. Morten 74

Stableford Stableford

A. Hogg 34 A. Green 33

A. Harliwich 31 N. Penney 30

T. Maw 30

Closest to the pin Closest to B. Inch T. Maw

Results 23 March 2024 Results 23 March 2024 Results Results Cordylea Cup Round 2 Cordylea Cup Round 2 Cordylea Round 2 Cordylea Round 2 Canadian Foursomes Canadian Foursomes Canadian Foursomes Canadian Foursomes

M White & S Deverall 67

J Wilson & K Thompson-Small 67.6

A Sime & S Stewart 70

A Kenworthy & G Thomas 70.6

G Stevenson & M Wright 71.8

N Muir & S Smith 72.8

J & P Helmore 73 Closest to the Pins Closest to the Pins Closest to Closest to #2 in 2 K & D #6 #6 N Muir #11 #11 #11 #11 P Helmore #14 #14 #14 #14 R Frampton #17 #17 S Deverall.

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The MFVCCT purpose is to advance the welfare of our rural community and the individuals connected to the community.

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We would like to acknowledge the friendship, support and cards over John’s passing on the 18th February 2024.

John and I have lived in Courtenay for 30 years, in that time we have made many lasting friends.

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It was Grandpa Jones' 100th birthday at Easter and he was still in perfect health. At his birthday party he was asked how he managed to live so long and stay so fit. He explained, "I put my long life down to spending so much time outdoors. I've been in the open air, day after day, rain or shine, for the last 75th years."

"How do you manage to keep up such a rigorous fitness regime?" they asked.

"It's simple," he said. "When I married my wife 75 years ago, we both made a solemn pledge. We agreed that whenever we had a fight, whoever was proved wrong would go outside and take a long walk."