Issue 1,129 Friday 5th April 2024

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LOCAL RISING STARS

Two young Malvern sisters, Amelia (12) and Elise (9) Mayberry, are heading towards stardom in the equestrian world. The talented pair have just won placings – Amelia first place and Elise third place – in the Whittaker Equine StablesRisingStarChampionship at the 2024 Archibalds NZ National Jumping & Show HunterChampionship. The event is one of the most prestigious jumping and show hunter shows in New Zealand. Top equestrians from across the countrycompete for highly sought-after national titles over four days at the National Equestrian Centre (NEC) at McLeansIsland,Canterbury.

Mum Narissa Mayberry says both girls were absolutelyover the moon with their wins.

and spray each other with it. Narissa says they were both incredibly proud to have receivedpodiumpositions.

Amelia and Elise attend Bangor Pony Club where they have learned a lot, made new friends and enjoyed all types of competition. They started their competitive journey four years ago beginning with being on a lead rein over poles on the ground and are now jumping their ponies over 60-70cmhighjumps.

“Elise loves games, and they both enjoy attending the local A & P shows, jumping competitions, and one-day events,”saysNarissa.

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“They never expected to come away with podium positions. Theyalso loved being coached by top show jump riders –Amelia was mentored by Johanna Wylaars, while Elise was mentored by Grace Percy. Being able to compete in the main oval at the National Equestrian Centre at Mcleans Island was an amazing opportunity that had both girls buzzing.”

Being on the podium together was also a treat for the girls and their family. The girls thought it was hilarious getting to pop the grape juice

At the event, Amelia rode Willowpark Blue Magnate and Elise rode Pablo, however the competition was the girls' last one on their current ponies. They are both moving up to new ponies and the challenges that come with building new partnerships.

“Amelia would love to continue moving through the heights and getting more experience out eventing and competing,” says Narissa. “Elise is all about having a great time with her pony. She likes jumping her pony and riding with her friends. She plans to continue having fun, attending lessons and eventing her pony over winter.”

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DO YOU LOVE TO KNIT?

The Malvern Cancer Support Group is looking for people to knitsomedaffodilsforDaffodil DayinAugust.

Malvern Cancer Support Group chairperson Fliss Cox says, “If you or your knitting group is keen on helping us out for Daffodil Day, we would love your help. We had a great response to the limited number of knitted daffodils we had for sale last year, so

would love to increase our numbersthis year.”

If you're keen to give them a go over winter, contact Fliss for a choice of two patterns at malverncancer@gmail.com.

Printed patterns are also available from the Property BrokersDarfield office.

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TRAINING PAYS OFF

Two Darfield High School teams recently competed in the SISS Dragonboating Championships at Lake RuaRoto Kohatu in Harewood, Christchurch. Both teams came away with medals. Darfield Tawera Dragons won a Silver Medal in the 1km Mixed Cup just missing out by half a second on a bronze media in the 200m sprints and Darfield Tawera Taniwha won a Bronze Medalinthe500mMixedCup. The Dragon Boat program provided by Aoraki Dragons ensures all levels of participation are available to schools in the South Island. The program consists of on water trainings leading to the South Island Secondary Schools Cup race day and consists of a 1km race, two 500sandthree200mraces.

DHS WELLBEING UPDATE

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Rangatahi/Youth tend to struggle more with their wellbeing than other age groups. At Darfield we acknowledge this and hold a range of events like Attitude presentations to help combat it. We recognised the devastating effects the 2019 Mosque Attacks had on our community. For the fifth anniversary, we held a schoolwide minute's silence for those lives who were mercilessly stripped away f rom us. We also released messages encouraging unity, compassion, and support as a reminder for all communities and people that we are better

together,unitedasone. On the topic of releasing messages, our Wellbeing committee has reinstated our Wellbeing Instagram page: @dhs.wellbeing. This page is a hub for all things wellbeing: from notices and upcoming events to support services and uplifting quotes,weencourage all whanau/family as well as the community to follow the page, the more you know about issues plaguing rangatahi, the more you’re able to support/guide them throughit.

With that, the committee has also created a podcast called Wellbeing Warriors found on YouTube under Darfield High School-Wellbeing.

The podcast has three main members, Anna, Tasman, and Jordan, each have had their own unique experiences aroundWellbeing.

Each episode contains a new topic as they detail tips, tricks, advice through telling personal stories, counsellor recommended strategies and techniques as well as hosting guest speakers. Their latest episode is about conquering stage fright, including an appearance from a Year 13 musician.

Upcoming in Term 2 is BullyFree Week, Pink Shirt Day, Mental Health Awareness and PrideWeek.

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LAUNCHING DARFIELD'S NEW DIGITAL DESIGN AGENCY

Are you struggling to Market struggling to yourbusiness? yourbusiness? yourbusiness? yourbusiness?

Ruth Jennings of Spotta Design knows exactly what it is like to run a small business and understands the challenges businesses face in standingouttoday.

Spotta Design is your local digital design agency that helps enhance your business profile by providing a range of services, such as graphic design, content creation, websites,andSEO.

Ruth says, "I get it—every business has a unique story. I create customised design strategies that fit your goals, values, and the people you want to reach. Whether you're just starting, ready for the next step, a rebrand, or unsure what you need, I'm here to improve your online

presence and achieve real, measurableresults.”

Spotta Design works for you, so you have time to focus on other aspects of your business. Ruth has a strong eye for detail, is creative, and can think outside the box. Suppose you have an idea but don't know how to put it together; she can uniquely find a solution for your business, whether designing a logo, creating a video, or creating a social media post. She can bring your ideas to life!

Ruth has lived with her family in Darfield for over 11 years. She previously worked at Darfield High School as their Publications Administrator and has a graphic design background. Last year, she completed a Diploma in Digital Marketing and is excited to offer her wealth of skills and expertise to other businesses inthelocalcommunity.

Join Ruth as she launches Spotta Design. Whether you need a stunning website, eye-catching graphics, or a comprehensive branding strategy, Spotta Design can bring yourvisiontolife.

"I can organise all your business branding assets into formats for you to use in your future marketing," says Ruth, "this will help you develop a strong brand presence and make your business stand out and look professional on whatever platform you choose."

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Selwyn Lions ‘Designs and Desserts’ evening, on Friday April 19 from 6 pm at the Lincoln Event Centre, promises to be lots of fun. Purchase a glass of wine or soft drink and enjoy browsing the various stalls showcasing and selling crafts, chocolates, footwear, artisan gifts, lingerie, and makeup. Guests will also be treated to tempting platters of tasty nibbles prepared by the SelwynLionsClubvolunteers.

From 7pm, models from local fashion boutique Duet will be displaying the latest in designer clothing on the stage and other presentations include fitness, lingerie, and styleadvicefromourlovelypresenters.

Tickets are available for $30pp – contact Barbara on 021 257 9201 or email d.bwilliams@xtra.co.nz. Alternatively, pop in to Duet at 9 Gerald Street, Lincoln to purchase yourticket.

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Work has started on installing scaffolding ahead of replacing the bridge deck. Temporary traffic lights are in place to control traffic with expected delays ofupto10minutes.

The nightly bridge closure started on Tuesday, April 2 and will continue between the hours of 7.30pm and 4.30am, for approximately six weeks,exceptFridayandSaturdaynights.

During the night time closures, the alternative route is via the SH1 Waimakariri River Bridge near Kaiapoi; this route is approximately 115km indistancesoplan yourtripaccordingly.

During the day, the bridge will be open to normal traffic flow, with temporary traffic lights in place. Please expect delays of up to 10 minutes.

Updates will be posted via Facebook throughout the works and online, visit selwyn.govt.nz/ waimakgorgebridge

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TELL US WHAT YOU THINK

We’ve laid out the options, now it’s over to you. That’s the message from Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) Chair Peter Scott, as consultation begins on Council’s 10-year work plan and budget. “Councillors and staff have put a lot of work into these proposals that will shape our LongTerm Plan. We’re now inviting you to tell us what you think.”

People have until 14 April to provide feedback on the consultation document, which presents a range of options, and price tags, for delivering the core services that the Council is responsible for (Environmental Regulation and Protection, Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards, and Public Transport).

“The proposals reflect what we’ve previously heard about your aspirations for things like public transport, response to hazards, and biodiversity protection,” said Scott. “The question is, how much can we afford to do - and what is the price of not doing it?”

Proposals include: Proposals include: include: include:

• Increased investment to improve flood and river resilience, and a new targeted rate for additional flood protection work in the Selwyn district

• Making all core bus routes run to 10-minute frequencies or better by 2028

• Continuing to replace end-of-life diesel buses with new electric buses

• Increased investment to support our planning, consenting and compliance work (the main tools we have to influence environmental outcomes)

• A targeted rate in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula to help improve indigenous biodiversity outcomes

• A fixed fee approach for some consent applications.

“As I’ve previously mentioned, we’re also balancing the ‘must-do’ work with affordability, alongside the impactof inflation and Central Government requirements. This includes using targeted rates – so those who get the benefit are paying the cost,” said Scott. “But many people may still find the proposed rates rise unpalatable. If that’s the case, they need to tell us which services are most

important to them, and which they think could be cut back.”

The preferred $346.3 million work package for the first year (2024/25) would require a 24.2 percent increase in total revenue collected from rates.

Scott reiterated that the impact would vary, depending on a property’s value and the services it received.

“Most ratepayers could expect a rise of somewhere between 13 and 27 percent. The sample properties in the supporting material provide dollar examples of the differing amounts. Have a look, and see how your household might be impacted, or use our interactive rates calculator.”

Scott also wants people to think about the cost of not doing enough.

“For instance, if we don’t act now to upgrade our flood and erosion protection, what price might you pay down the line?”

The consultation period will be followed by hearings on 29-30 April and 2-3 May.

Councillors will deliberate 22-23 May and the final plan will be adopted at the end of June.

Scott urges people to take the time to have their say. “We need to ensure that the decisions we make represent as many of you as possible.”

For more information and to view the

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For information to view the For information to view the consultation document, visit consultation document, visit consultation visit consultation visit ecan.govt.nz/whatsthecost ecan.govt.nz/whatsthecost ecan.govt.nz/whatsthecost ecan.govt.nz/whatsthecost

How to give feedback How to give

• Online–gotoecan.govt.nz/whatsthecost.This sitealsoincludesaninteractiverates calculator.

• By email – send it to haveyoursay@ecan.govt.nz – pop LTP SUBMISSION in the subject and include your name and address

• By post – you can request a paper submission form by phoning us on 0800 324 636 or download a form from ecan.govt.nz/whatsthecost to complete and return by post to: FREEPOST1201, EnvironmentCanterbury,POBox345, Christchurch,8140

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CHALLENGING EVENT

Darfield High School (DHS) students are excelling in the sports arena. The Sea 2 Sky Challenge Duathlon and Triathlon, held earlier this month, saw students Lulu Maley, Jacob Morris and team The Young Guns – Charli Maley, Ashleigh Bromley and Travis Shearing – achieve outstandingresults.

Sea 2 Sky Challenge Duathlon and Triathlon is a unique sports event comprising of an ocean swim, a hilly bike ride and scenic run on the coast of

LuluMaley,withhertrophy, camethirdoverallintheJunior DuathlonSea2SkyChallenge andfirstin13-15Yearsand firstFemalecategory.

Canterbury. The run includes a 16km loop starting with a climbtothe top ofEvans Pass, before views over Lyttelton Harbour whilst traversing the Crater Rim Track before joining the triathletes and duathletes for the Godley Head and TaylorsMistakeTracks.

In the Junior Duathlon, Lulu Maley came third overall, first 13-15 Years, and first Female, while Jacob Morris came seventh overall in the Junior Duathlon, second in 13-15 years and fifth in the Male category.

The Young Guns comprising of Charli Maley, Ashleigh Bromley and Travis Shearing came fourteenth Overall in the Triathlon Mixed Team as well asfirstTeamandfirstMixed.

During Term 1 DHS held our Triathlon and Duathlon Champs at Lake Crichton in conjunction with the Lake Crichton Series run by the Selwyn Sports Trust. These wereheldovertwosessions. Well done to everyone that participatedthis year.

TriathlonChampions- Short Short Course

• Year7/8Boys: 1st-KyleTowes

• Year7/8Girls: 1st-LuluMaley

• Year9/10Boys: 1st-WilliamThrower

• Year9/10Teams: 1st-YoungGuns-Charli Maley,TravisShearing, AshleighBromley

2nd-TeamBlacklockBrookeBlacklock, InezPeters-Busch, CharlotteRhodes

DuathlonChamps DuathlonChamps- Short Short Course Course Course Course

• Year7/8Boys: 1st-BenMorten 2nd-OscarLeCompte

• Year7/8Girls: 1st-LuluMaley

• Year9/10Boys: 1st-LeonTymons 2nd-WilliamThrower

• BoysYear11-13: 1st-JackMolloy 2nd-OscarStevenson

• Year11-13Girls 1st-HannahMolloy

• Year9/10Teams 1st-YoungGunsCharliMaley, TravisShearing, AshleighBromley.

Fromleft,TheYoungGunsteam–AshleighBromley,Charli Maley,andTravisShearing–withLuluMaley.

KEEPING OUR COMMUNITY INFORMED

ByChairBruceRussell, ByChairBruceRussell, MalvernCommunityBoard

The Board's role is to work collaboratively with the Council and engage with the people of Malvern, to achieve community goals to make Malvern a better placetolive.

The Board met for its regular meeting on Monday, March 25, 2024. The issue of taking the chlorination out of water at various locations is a matter where submissions can be made in relation to the LongTermPlanduringApril.

speakingrights.

If there are areas of interest, contact a Board member to discuss and these can beraisedatthemeeting. The Board will also be holding information and discussion sessions in the Darfield Recreation Centre, and other venues on request, to assist with submissions on the LongTerm plan. You are advised to contact a member of the Board todiscussorfor assistance.

The 'Darfield Sewerage Investigation Rate' is an issue the president of the Darfield Residents Association has raised and will be progressing in collaboration withtheBoard.

sub-committee met on March 26, 2024. A relevant issue is whether the Malvern Community Board remains, given the proposed options for the likely representation of Malvern. A realignment is required due to the growth in the Selwyn District. This is a matter the Board will be progressing through engagement with the community. The issue is how best to represent the diverse communities in Malvern.(Seearticlebelow).

Council will brief the Board on the Long-term plan at a workshop that will be advertised and held on April 8, 2024. Members of the public can attend but have no

The Representation Review

Council briefed the Board on the Commissioning of Public Artwork in Darfield. This will feature commissioned public art for Darfield in the areanearthelibrary. Should

HOW SHOULD WE BE REPRESENTED

Selwyn residents asked for Selwyn residents asked for Selwyn residents asked Selwyn residents asked their say on how they are their say on how they are on on represented. represented. represented. represented. Consultation is now open for proposed changes to local representationinSelwyn.

The proposal is part of the Council’s representation review aimed at adapting to the district’s growing population. It will result in changes to electoral ward boundaries and councillor allocations to ensure fair and effective representation of communities and their interests ahead of the next localelectionin2025.

Residents will also have the opportunity to propose names forthenewwards. All councils must review their representation arrangements at least every six years.

Selwyn currently has 10 councillors representing four wards, Malvern (2), Ellesmere (2), Rolleston (3) and Springs (3).

Since the last review in 2021, Selwyn’s population has continued to grow rapidly but unevenly across the district. There is now an uneven number of people each

councillor represents, and ward boundaries that are no longerappropriate. “One of the key principles of fair representation is that each elected member should represent around the same number of people,” says MayorSamBroughton. “This review will help to ensure that happens It will also look at our ward boundaries so our residents get fair and equal representation around the Counciltable.”

Residents are invited to provide feedback on proposed wards, the number of councillors representing each ward and if wards should have community boards. Residents can also propose names for thenewwards.

“Our ward names have been around since 1989, when the Selwyn district was created”, Representation Review Committee Chair CouncillorPhilDeansays.

“We are now a different district, with strong heritage, but also an exciting future. This is our chance to come up with names that reflect the

district today and who we want tobeintothefuture.”

Two options being considered are:

1. Fourwards,eight councillors.Maintain fourwardssimilartothe currentstructurewith minimal boundary changes.WestMelton wouldjoinPrebbleton andLincoln,Burnham wouldjoinRolleston.

2. Threewards,10 councillors.Malvern wouldjoinEllesmere, WestMeltonwouldjoin PrebbletonandLincoln, Burnhamwouldjoin Rolleston.

Residents can find out further information, view proposed ward maps, suggest ward names and have their say on the representation proposal, by visiting selwyn.govt.nz/ repreview and completing the onlinesubmissionform.

Submissions are open until 5pm,Thursday2May2024

Over the past three years, Greenpeace has held over a dozen free nitrate water testing community events, helping to inform people about the levels of nitrate in their drinkingwater.

The next local testing event will be held at Darfield Baptist Church on Friday, April 19 between10amand4pm.

Theyare particularlyinterested in household bore water supplies, but will test all

drinking water, including publicsupplies.

No one should have to wonder if the water from their kitchen tap could be making them or their family sick. A growing body of scientific evidence has found links between nitrate contamination of water and a host of potential health impacts, from bowel cancer to premature births. New Zealand scientists warn that rural people are the most likely to

be exposed to hazardous levelsofnitrate.

Time and again, people agree with the principle that access to safe drinking water is a basichumanright.

All you need to bring is a sample of your tap water, and they can test it for nitrate contamination while you wait. Run your kitchen tap for one minute and fill a clean container with 200mls of water.

SAFER SPEEDS ONE STEP CLOSER

Safer speeds around Selwyn schools and high-risk intersections are one step closer this week, after Selwyn District Councillors moved to approve an Interim Speed ManagementPlan.

The Plan is aimed at introducing a variable 30km/h speed limit around schools, during peak times when children are arriving and leaving school, as well as reducing approaching speeds to dangerous intersections acrossthedistrict.

The Plan is a proactive approach by the Council to

prioritise community safety while it waits for further clarification from the Minister of Transport on the amendment to speed limit rules.

Following consultation from the community in October 2023, the Council’s Full Speed Management Plan on districtwide speed reductions as part of the previous Government’s ‘Road to Zero’ road safety strategy, was placed on hold pending further direction from the Minister. However, the Council’s Executive Director of Infrastructure and Property,

AnInterimSpeedManagementPlanhasbeenapprovedto providesaferspeedsaroundSelwynschoolsandhigh-risk intersections.

Tim Mason says the Council has followed advice from the ministry around producing an interim plan as safety at these criticallocationscannotwait.

“Our district continues to grow, there are more people on our roads, and we want to ensureeveryone getstowhere they’re going safely.While speed isn't the only cause of accidents, it does determine the severity of outcomes. There is an urgent need to lower speeds around our schools and high-risk intersections and we don’t want to wait until someone is killed or injured before we takeaction”.

The variable speed limits proposed around schools is in line with current indications from the Minister on the what the new rule will include and will be implemented using electronic and static speed signage.

Currently the Council has funding of $1.2 million available from NZTA Waka Kotahi for use towards slower speeds around schools which needs to be used by June 2024.The Plan will now be submitted to NZTA Waka Kotahi for approval with the aim to begin work rolling it out beforetheendofJune2024.

PREMIER CRICKET FINAL

Darfield failed in their attempt to secure the Fulton-Wright Cup after a disappointing loss to Weedons in the final at MainPower Oval in Rangiora on Saturday,March23.

Weedons won the toss and elected to bat immediatelyand produced a very slow and timid start until Harray Passanger came to the crease and began hitting boundaries, while those around him collected singles.Darfield bowling was tight and never allowed any Weedons’ batters togetbeyondastart.

Jeremy Benton entered just before drinks with each of the top Darfield bowlers having secured a wicket.Benton went on a running between the wickets masterclass and snatched runs where there should have been none, at times leaving Darfield's fielderssurprised.

A couple of dropped catches, admittedly difficult ones, could have had the innings close earlier but, as it was, the Weedons’ tail didn't wag as they looked to hit out near the end as Robbie Foulkes and Ryan Hughes wrapped things upfor192.

The chase started well until the total reached 24 when Robbie Foulkes was caught and bowled by Charlie Robson.A reaction catch that got the fielding side fizzing.Each following partnership made it to double figures or so before another batter was dismissed, and this trend continued until the last wicket which made 23 runs.The Weedons' bowling

was simply too accurate to allow for any Darfield batter to put pressure back on and their catchingwas perfect.

Sadly, for Darfield, they were dismissed in 37.2 overs for 124 runs, 68 short of the target.

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WeedonsandDarfieldCricketclubswentallinforabattle overtheFulton-WrightCup,withWeedonscomingouton top,takingtheCupby68runs.

The March meeting was held at the Recreation Centre with a good attendance of members. One new member was welcomed. The Autumn flower show was well-supported, and blooms were of a good standard with some outstanding flowers, fruit and vegetables and floral art. The judges of many years Bill Girl and David Taylor were impressed by the quality of the flowers after a challenging season.

Our Honorary member Helen Williams presented the prizes as follows:

• Premium Bloom- Barbara Marshall

• Premium Dahlia - Barbara Marshall

• Floral Art - Barbara Roberts

• Most Points of the day - Lee Stokes

• Cynthia Bishell won the lucky number.

Members were invited to think of ways to celebrate our 80th Anniversary next year.

Our next meeting is an outing to The Herbal Garden - Julie Powell Booth’s permaculture/ organic garden with an orchard and flower and vegetable gardens to explore.

We will be meeting at Tussock Square at 1pm on April 16. New members always welcome; contact Secretary Ann Gibson on 03 318 8764. Lee Stokes.

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DarfieldHighSchoolgolfersMaximWright,KohlThompsonSmall,andHarveyYoudaleenjoyeda greatdayonthecourse competingintheTeamsStablefordGradeattheCanterbury SecondarySchoolsGolfChampionshipsonMcLeansIslandGolf courseonMonday.Theteamcameinsecondplaceinthe competitionjustmissingoutonfirstplaceintheStableford gradeoncountbackfromStBede’s,whoalsohad73points.

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A man in Miami calls his son in New York and says, "I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing. Forty-five years of misery is enough."

"Pop, what are you talking about?" the son screams. "We can't stand the sight of each other any longer," the old man says. "We're sick of each other, and I'm sick of talking about this, so you call your sister in Chicago and tell her," and he hangs up. FranFc, the son calls his sister, who explodes on the phone, "Like heck they're geGng divorced," she shouts, "I'll take care of this." She calls her father immediately and screams at the old man, "You are NOT geGng divorced! Don't do a single thing unFl I get there. I'm calling my brother back, and we'll both be there tomorrow. UnFl then, don't do a thing, DO YOU HEAR ME?" and hangs up.

The man hangs up his phone and turns to his wife. "Honey,” he says, "The kids are coming for a visit and paying their own airfares this Fme."