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Patients put off as strike looms Ashburton Hospital will be affected by next week’s planned junior doctors’ strike, but will continue to provide safe care. That’s according to the Canterbury District Health Board, which expects most resident medical officers/junior doctors to withdraw their services at its facilities across the region. Some complex surgery that was planned for the days leading up to the strike will need to be postponed, as well as some surgery and outpatient clinics on January 15 and 16. Michael Frampton, Canterbury DHB’s chief people officer, said continuing to provide safe care for patients during the strike remained the highest priority. “We are prioritising essential and acute

services, which means that some outpatient appointments and planned surgeries are being rescheduled,” he said. Staff were already starting to phone those affected. “Patients who have appointments or surgery booked during the strike period can expect to hear from Canterbury DHB. If people don’t hear from us, they should turn up as per their appointment letter,” Frampton said. “I apologise in advance to those whose surgery or outpatient appointment has to be postponed.” In addition, the CDHB was to set up an 0800 number for people who may want to check whether their surgery or outpatient clinic appointment is affected. Contingency plans included reducing

the numbers of patients in hospitals. “Some people may be discharged with in-home care and support where it’s safe and appropriate to do so.” Ashburton residents could help relieve the pressure on the hospital by phoning their general practice team first for all non-urgent care. Members of the New Zealand Resident Doctors’ Association (RDA) are planning to strike for 48 hours from 7am on Tuesday until 7am on Thursday. The CDHB employs around 550 resident medical officers (RMOs) and understands about 70 per cent are RDA members. A number of the others belong to a new RMO union. Canterbury DHB employs RMOs at most of its facilities.

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Rainfall hits 40-year high BY SUSAN SANDYS

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Niwa has confirmed what Mid Cantabrians already know – 2018 was a very wet year. In its New Zealand Climate Summary released yesterday, Ashburton was listed as having recorded 1009 millimetres of rain. It was a wet year in the eastern South Island, the summary said. The Guardian requested further data, revealing it was the wettest year in Ashburton since 1978. “Our newest weather station in Ashburton has data back to 2007 and in that time 2018 was the wettest year,” spokesperson Seth Carrier said. Prior to 2007 he assessed data from a different site monitored by the Ashburton District Council. “The Ashburton council site recorded 1064mm of rain in 1978, which is also the last time, prior to 2018, that rainfall greater than 1000mm was recorded.” Rainfall received in 2017 was 930mm, while 627mm was received in 2016.

It rained and rained in 2018, especially in Methven prior to Christmas, when shops at The Mall were ﬂooded in a freak thunderstorm.

Firefighter marks 25 years and more to come BY JAIME PITT-MACKAY JAIME.P@THEGUARDIAN.CO.NZ

A desire to do his bit for the community drew him in, the camaraderie kept him around, and now firefighter Chris Ralston has notched up 25 years of service with the Ashburton Volunteer Fire Brigade. Like many other firefighters, it was a family connection that first gave Ralston the idea to become a firefighter. “My father was a firefighter with the rural brigade out at Mayfield and I figured when I got back from

travelling it would be a good way for me to get back involved in the town and the community,” he said. Ralston hit the 25-year mark back in November and is set to receive the gold star that comes with the achievement soon, making him the 13th serving member of the brigade to reach the total. “It is pretty unique really, especially that we are all still serving.” The job is not without its challenges, with time away from family and tough call-outs the most difficult things to deal with. “The time away from family is

the biggest thing. There might be something on that you miss out on [and] that can be tough,” he said. Medical assists and car crashes can also be difficult to deal with. “The medical calls we often get sent to are big ones like cardiac arrests and they can be tough,” he said. Over the 25 years Ralston has attended some of the largest incidents in the district, including the Seales Winslow fire in 2017, the flour mill fire in 2011 and the large scrub fires in Mt Somers. Ralston has also lent a hand fur-

ther afield, responding to the Canterbury earthquakes, but missed out on the Port Hills fires in 2017. “I had actually been to the mountain bike park (that was destroyed by the fires) the week before and broken my wrist,” he said. After initially planning on stepping down from the brigade after reaching 25 years, Ralston is keen to carry on for a few more years yet. “I always said that I would stop once I hit 25 years, but I’m going to carry on for a bit longer now that I am here,” he said. “I am fit and able so why not carry on.”

When it comes to encouraging other people to become firefighters, Ralston has no hesitation. “When you come back from a call-out you feel good about it, that you have done your bit for the community and you get a great group of friends and we are a bit lucky to be able to do both things at once,” he said. “It is a great organisation to belong to and it is not all work, there is a bit of play and we do spend a fair bit of time together socially and we do know each other reasonably well.”

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Giving blood is ‘a commitment that you make’ By SuSan SandyS

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Witnessing the aftermath of a fatal car crash some years ago changed Murray Lister’s life. It impressed upon him the importance of giving blood and it is something he has been committed to ever since. The Ashburton grandad was among more than 80 people who gave blood when the New Zealand Blood Service stopped in town yesterday. He was making his 55th donation and said he enjoyed the time he spent going through the blood donation process. “It’s not a big time thing, it’s saving someone else’s life. It’s a commitment that you make.” Lister was inspired to make his first donation ever following witnessing a large road crash at Orari on the main highway some years ago. He and fellow bus passengers came across the scene as emergency services worked on victims. “You are not only saving one life when you give blood, you are saving probably 20 lives. So if you can afford to do it, do it.” Yesterday was a busy day at the service, based at the Ashburton MSA. Those turning up who had not made appointments were referred to the next time the service will be in town, which is January 22 and 23.

Ashburton retiree Murray Lister is assisted by New Zealand Blood Service donor technician Althia Fletcher as he donates blood for the 55th time. PHOTO SUSAN SANDYS 080119-SS-0042

Toddler who drowned named Police have named the toddler who died in a tragic water incident at a rural Ashburton property on Sunday evening. She was 13-month-old Grace Marie Griffin of Ashburton. The matter has been referred to the coroner and an investiga-

tion into the circumstances of the death is ongoing. Emergency services responded to reports of a person having fallen into a body of water at a property on Maronan Valetta Road about 5.20pm on Sunday. The girl was unresponsive and

taken to Christchurch Hospital by helicopter where she later died. Water Safety New Zealand CEO Jonty Mills said this week that the incident was a tragic reminder of water dangers. “Unfortunately it is unrealistic for every piece of water to be

fenced off, and this is a tragic reminder of that,” Mills said. “It is always tragic for an event to happen to a family and a community, especially when it is a toddler involved.” Mills said any amount of water can carry a risk, especially with

toddlers being able to drown in less than a minute. “We all know how easily we can be distracted and lose track of toddlers, especially when they become mobile,” he said. “The most foolproof way of prevention is constant supervision.”

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■ IMMIGRANT WORKERS

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Falloon chases up Govt on immigration proposals Rangitata MP Andrew Falloon is asking the Government to fine-tune its proposed regional migration settings. Immigration Minister Iain Lees-Galloway visited Ashburton last month to announce plans to improve visa processes for new immigrant workers, which were positively received by employers and immigrant employees alike. Falloon said yesterday he had written to Lees-Galloway seeking the establishment of a central South Island immigration region. He said some of the minister’s discussion document looked “quite good”, although was short on detail. “The differentiated settings picks up on the work of the previous National Government for easier migration to parts of the South Island where unem-

ployment is low,” he said. However, he wanted to ensure a reference to differentiated settings for “New Zealand’s sixteen regions” was not suggesting local government boundaries. “Christchurch’s employment market is very different to what we have in Mid Canterbury. “The need here is for skilled and semi-skilled employees in the primary sector, manufacturing, and a range of services like hospitality, aged care and truck drivers,” Falloon said. The inclusion of Christchurch in a Canterbury-wide migration policy would have a “distorting effect” on areas such as Mid Canterbury. Mid Canterbury would instead be far better in a central South Island region including Timaru district, Mackenzie, Waimate and Waitaki.

Firefighters in rural Canterbury have contained a large scrub fire which forced the closure of State Highway 7 in the Lewis Pass. A spokesman for Fire and Emergency New Zealand said the crews were tasked with battling 10-metre high flames. Emergency services were first called at 3.10pm but it took fire crews around 40 minutes to arrive on the scene. The FENZ spokesman said two helicopters arrived on the scene first and were soon assisted on the ground by fire crews. - NZME

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Thanks to programmes like Man Up and the Legacy, men and women from across the district have the chance to voice their issues and find solutions for their problems through other people’s experiences through 15-week long courses. The latest round of courses are wrapping this Sunday with a graduation at the Hakatere Mar-

ae, but the groups are also inviting people to come and see what it is all about. “It is a self-help group to help improve the lives of people who are dealing with issues,” Legacy facilitator Jordan Davis said. Both the Man Up and Legacy groups have about nine regular attendees, but the organisers would be more than happy to see more attending. “Everyone feels like they have

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Police have serious concerns for a man who has been missing for just over a week. Canterbury Police are seeking Ross Butters, 35, of Fairlie who was last seen on December 31 in Fairlie. Sergeant Lucy Horne, of Timaru Police, said police have serious concerns for his wellbeing. Butters is thought to be driving a burgundy coloured Toyota Hilux, registration XE6018. Family reported Butters was in the pub on New Year’s Eve and was last seen in Fairlie on the 1st. Since then he’s had no contact with anyone at all or been seen,” they said. - NZME

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to share their issues, and learn from somebody else that has gone through that issue before in the group. The graduation ceremony for the most recent groups is happening at the Hakatere Marae at 6.30pm on Sunday evening, but Davis said the night is also an opportunity for the public to come out and see what they are about and find out more information.

Three people have been hospitalised after a vehicle crashed into a house in Auckland. Emergency services were called to the crash involving two vehicles about noon yesterday. Police said it appeared one of the vehicles may have collided with a house. Fire and Emergency and ambulance were also called to the scene. - NZME

Paraglider injured A paraglider has been seriously injured near a popular skifield in Wanaka yesterday. Emergency services were called to the Treble Cone ski field just after 11.30am after reports of an incident. St John said a single paraglider suffered serious injuries which were sustained when they landed heavily. A police spokeswoman said a helicopter was called out to the scene and winched the victim to safety. They were airlifted to the Lakes District Hospital, in Queenstown, for treatment. - NZME

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Spruce-up for popular playground The Methven Domain playground has received a spruce-up with about $4000 of new woodchip. Undertaking the job recently under the watchful eye of Methven Reserve Board chairman Colin Maw (centre) is Mark Temete of Canterbury Woodchip, assisted by colleague John Pander. The board oversees and manages the domain for the Ashburton District Council, and the woodchip was spread to meet council requirements. The board spends up to $20,000 on grounds maintenance and upkeep each year, which is mostly covered by council grants. Maw said it was great to see the playground and surrounding domain looking good, and it was increasing in popularity with families who liked to use it as a picnic spot. Trees by the netball courts were beginning to get to a height where they provided shade, and the board last year installed a drinking water fountain. “All those little things make a difference,” Maw said. PHOTO SUPPLIED

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■ METHVEN COMMUNITY POOL

Lifesaving training takes off Overseeing Royal Lifesaving Society Award training at the Methven Community Pool at the weekend is pool lifeguard Laura Muckle. Muckle was also undergoing training for her Royal Lifesaving Society instructors’ award. Spokesperson Sonia Cullen said it was fantastic to see youngsters enthusiastic to train with the society. She and fellow qualified instructor Yumi Blake hoped to ultimately build the society programme up to NCEA accreditation level. PHOTO ROBYN HOOD 060118-RH-001

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nyone wanting to spontaneously donate blood at the New Zealand Blood Service mobile drive at Ashburton Club and MSA yesterday would have been disappointed. There was no room to squeeze anybody in, as prior appointments had filled up the day. The good news was that the service will be back in town on January 22 and 23, and those wanting to donate are advised to phone its 0800 number to make an appointment for then instead. Spokesperson Atawhai Te Hau explained the service can usually take a few “walk-ins”, that is people who turn up on

the day without having made an appointment. “But sometimes we have to turn the walk-ins away if we’re too busy, so it’s best to book if you can,” she said. The fact is, that in Ashburton, there is so much support for the service it rarely needs to advertise prior to arrival.

“We just have a very good panel of donors in Ashburton,” Te Hau said “Ashburton is amazing.” She believed it was due to the community spirit inherent in rural areas such as Mid Canterbury. In Rangiora the service had similar patronage. “Strong communities … they seem to know this is a good thing to do … (believing) I’m helping out my fellow citizens.” This is certainly the case for long-term donor Murray Lister, who had the importance of donating blood impressed upon him some years ago when he witnessed the aftermath of a car

accident. Emergency services worked on victims at the scene, but they could not save everybody. For those who survive the initial trauma of road crashes or other events, their chances of living are so much higher when they have quick access to high quality blood. And blood only lasts 35 days, which is why the service is always out asking for more. This year the service has 12 mobile drives planned for Ashburton, but could end up holding more here. “Every now and then we have to slot in an extra mobile in

Ashburton. This may happen if another venue is no longer able to host us due to a change in circumstances. “We are able to hold extra mobiles in Ashburton due to the large panel size and because the Ashburton Club and MSA is accommodating to us,” Te Hau said. For those wanting to add their names to the panel of dedicated Ashburton donors, here’s how you can book an appointment: ■ Go to the website www.nzblood.co.nz ■ Call them on 0800 GIVE BLOOD (0800 448 325) ■ Download the NZ Blood Service app

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One year ago: Downpours sent mud and boulders roaring down Southern California hillsides that had been stripped of vegetation by a gigantic wildfire; more than 20 people died and hundreds of homes were damaged or destroyed. Today’s birthdays: Author Judith Krantz is 91. Actress K. Callan is 83. Folk singer Joan Baez is 78. Rockabilly singer Roy Head is 78. Rock musician Jimmy Page is 75. Actor John Doman is 74. Singer David Johansen (aka Buster Poindexter) is 69. Singer Crystal

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TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Wednesday, January 9, the ninth day of 2019. There are 356 days left in the year. Today’s highlight in history: On Jan. 9, 1861, Mississippi became the second state to secede from the Union, the same day the Star of the West, a merchant vessel bringing reinforcements and supplies to Federal troops at Fort Sumter, South Carolina, retreated because of artillery fire. On this date: In 1908, French philosopher and feminist Simone de Beauvoir was born in Paris. In 1916, the World War One Battle of Gallipoli ended after eight months with an Ottoman Empire victory as Allied forces withdrew. In 1923, Internationally acclaimed author Katherine Mansfield died. She died from tuberculosis in France, aged just 34. She revolutionised 20th-century English short-story writing. Finding New Zealand too provincial, she sailed to London in 1908 and never returned. Despite this, she never lost her ties to the country of her birth, the setting for some of her best-known stories. In 1931, Bobbi Trout and Edna May Cooper broke an endurance record for female aviators as they returned to Mines Field in Los Angeles after flying a Curtiss Robin monoplane continuously for 122 hours and 50 minutes. In 1945, during World War Two, American forces began landing on the shores of Lingayen Gulf in the Philippines as the Battle of Luzon got under way, resulting in an Allied victory over Imperial Japanese forces. In 1958, President Dwight D. Eisenhower, in his State of the Union address to Congress, warned of the threat of Communist imperialism. In 1972, reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes, speaking by telephone from the Bahamas to reporters in Hollywood, said a purported autobiography of him by Clifford Irving was a fake. In 1997, a Comair commuter plane crashed 18 miles short of the Detroit Metropolitan Airport, killing all 29 people on board.

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Recipients of 2017’s Ashburton District Community honours (from left): Father Geoff Gray, Deidra O’Shea, Cara Smart, Eddie Gorman (rear) and Pattie Ree, Our Lady of the Snows, Civic Award; Gary Brown, (rear), Civic Award; Tony Harnett, Ashburton Medal; Lorayne Oakley, Civic Honour; Barry Kerr, Mayor’s Award; John Leadley, Mayor’s Award. PHOTO ASHBURTON GUARDIAN

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au Hou hari – Happy New Year! What will make Ashburton a wonderful place to live, work, and play in 2019? Perhaps the answer is as simple as having more people around like Don Kirdy. Don is Ashburton’s very own Queen’s Service Medal recipient, a New Year’s honour for his work and dedication to the Tinwald Cycling Club. His work over more than 40 years with the club has made such an impact on so many, and certainly has contributed to what makes the Ashburton community special. Two other Ashburtonians who have migrated to other parts of the country but have also received New Year Honours, are Ruth Putze and George Bryant. Ruth, originally from Methven, received a New Zealand Distinguished Service Decoration for services to the New Zealand Defence Force. George, who went to school at Ashburton Borough School and Ashburton High School and now living in Tauranga, received a Queen’s Service Medal for services to publishing and the community. I am so pleased to see that Ashburton has the ability to pro-

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duce such outstanding individuals within our community. And to encourage more of this, I’d like to once again call for nominations for the Community Honours Awards beginning Wednesday, January 16.

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awards a person can be nominated for. The Mayor’s Award for Public Service is the highest civic honour bestowed by the council. Mayor’s Awards are rare awards given to people who have made a significant and sustained contribution to the district. The award recognises the recipients as stewards of the district and as people of special note. The Ashburton Medal honours the significant achievement of individuals or teams who have been very successful in their

The awards acknowledge contributions to the district and serve as an inspiration to others

The Ashburton Community Honours Awards acknowledges contributions to the district and serves as an inspiration to others. There are four categories of

chosen field and who have made an outstanding contribution to the district as a whole, or outstanding national or international achievements. Only one Ashburton Medal

may be awarded each year. Civic Awards are awarded in recognition of substantial service, usually of a voluntary nature or beyond normal employment, benefiting Ashburton District and its people. The nominees will have generally carried out predominantly voluntary work but payment for services will not necessarily disqualify anyone from receiving an award. Finally, the Honorary Citizenship is an extraordinary honour granted to individuals who have given great service to Ashburton. I encourage you to think about the special people in your life, in and around you that have made Ashburton that great place to live, work, and play, and consider nominating them for one of these awards. I look forward in reading each and every submission. Additional details can be found on the council’s website (ashburton.govt.nz). The views, opinions, positions or strategies expressed by the author and those providing comments are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, positions or strategies of the Ashburton Guardian Co Ltd or any employee thereof

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■ CHINA

Kim in Beijing for talks North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Beijing yesterday at the start of a four-day visit, in what’s likely an effort to co-ordinate with his only major ally ahead of a summit with US President Donald Trump that could happen early this year. A long motorcade including motorcycle outriders reserved for state leaders left a Beijing train station shortly after the arrival of an armoured train consisting of 20 to 25 cars – most of whose windows were blacked-out – along tracks lined by police and paramilitary troops. Kim’s trip, announced earlier by both sides, comes after US and North Korean officials are believed to have met in Vietnam to discuss the location of a second summit. North Korea’s Central News Agency said Kim departed Monday afternoon with his wife Ri Sol Ju and other top officials. It said Kim is visiting China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. Yesterday also happened to be Kim’s birthday. China’s official Xinhua News Agency issued a nearly identical report, while Beijing’s North Railway Station was cocooned in security, with dozens of police and paramilitary troops patrolling outside. Kim is expected to stay at the highly secure Diaoyutai State Guest House in the capital’s west, with meetings held at the Great Hall of the People, the hulking seat of the legislature that sits next to Tiananmen Square.

Surprise hook-up He has been laying low after his split from Ariana Grande and a public battle with mental health issues. Saturday Night Live comedian Pete Davidson attended a Golden Globes after-party overnight, where he was seen flirting and reportedly leaving with British actor Kate Beckinsale. Davidson, 25, and Beckinsale, 45, were seen “on the patio” at the event and “left together”, according to Page Six. The troubled star split from Grande in October and drew concern from friends when he posted on Instagram about his personal struggles.

People watch a TV screen showing ﬁle footage of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Seoul Railway Station in Seoul, South Korea. Kim is making a four-day trip to China. PHOTO AP The trip marked a further break with past practice in that it was announced in advance of Kim’s arrival, a possible sign of growing confidence on the part of North Korea and China, Pyongyang’s most important trading partner and a key buffer against pressure from Washington. After years of cool relations following Kim’s assumption of power 2011, ties have improved remarkably over the past year as Xi seeks to maintain his influence in

the region. Kim’s trip comes as the US and North Korea look to settle the North’s decades-long pursuit of a nuclear arsenal. Washington and Pyongyang seemed close to war at points during 2017 as the North staged a series of increasingly powerful weapons tests that got it tantalisingly close to its nuclear goal of one day targeting with pinpoint accuracy anywhere on the US mainland. Possibly fearing the eco-

nomic effect of crushing outside sanctions imposed because of his weapons’ tests, Kim abruptly turned to diplomacy with Seoul and Washington last year. He also visited China three times, notably without a reciprocal visit from Xi in a break with diplomatic convention. But even after what was seen as a blockbuster summit between Kim and Trump in Singapore last June there’s been little real progress in nuclear disarmament. - AP

■ UNITED STATES

Clemency granted in 2004 murder A Tennessee woman serving life in prison for the 2004 murder of a man who solicited her for sex as a girl has been granted clemency. Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam ordered the release of Cyntoia Brown, 30, after almost 15 years behind bars. She was tried as an adult and convicted in 2006 for murdering a Nashville estate agent when she was 16. Prosecutors said it was robbery. Brown said she was a child sex-trafficking victim who fired in self-defence. Her case drew support from celebrities like singer Rihanna, reality TV personality Kim Kardashian West, comedian Amy Schumer and NBA star LeBron James. Brown’s incarceration was the subject of the 2011 documentary Me Facing Life: Cyntoia’s Story. She told the film-makers that she was picked up in Nashville by a 43-year-old estate agent, Johnny Allen, who agreed to pay her $150 to have

Cyntoia Brown appearing in court during her clemency hearing at the Tennessee Prison for Women in Nashville. sex and drove her to his home. But she said that once at Allen’s home, he groped her roughly and then rolled over to reach the side of the bed. Brown said she feared he was going to get a gun so she shot him. Prosecutors at the time alleged that she killed the victim as he was sleeping, and stole his money, guns and lorry be-

fore fleeing the scene. They claimed that she was motivated by greed, but her defence lawyers argued that she was afraid of returning home empty-handed to her violent pimp, who went by the nickname Kutthroat. After entering a plea of self-defence, a jury found her guilty of first-degree premeditated murder, first-degree fel-

ony murder and aggravated robbery. In a statement yesterday, the state’s Republican governor said he had ordered that Brown be released to parole supervision on August 7 this year. “Cyntoia Brown committed, by her own admission, a horrific crime at the age of 16,” the statement said. “Yet, imposing a life sentence on a juvenile that would require her to serve at least 51 years before even being eligible for parole consideration is too harsh, especially in light of the extraordinary steps Ms Brown has taken to rebuild her life. “Transformation should be accompanied by hope.” Nashville Mayor David Briley called the decision a “great day for social justice and our city”. Brown, who has earned an associate degree while in prison, said she would do everything to justify Governor Haslam’s faith in her. - AP

Cardi B puts NZ on the map She flew all the way to New Zealand for just one hour of stage time at two festival appearances. But it’s what Cardi B did offstage that may have a lasting impact, says Tourism NZ communications manager Candice Johanson. The musician posted several photos and videos of her time here on her Instagram account, which is followed by nearly 40 million people. One showed her in a bikini at Piha while praising the “black sand beach” and was ‘liked’ by more than four million people. Johanson said the singer’s social media posts helped promote New Zealand as a holiday destination.

Death threats over dress Blanca Blanco was nervous about attending the 2019 Golden Globes after sparking backlash last year for her infamous red dress. “I did feel anxiety about showing up at the Golden Globes but at the same time, I attended because making a positive outcome in a stressful situation is stronger than the alternative,” the actress said. “I will not allow fear (to) interfere with my decision-making as I don’t want to develop unhealthy habits — instead I faced and accepted the fear and will continue to grow.” The 37-yearold has a largely forgettable range of TV and movie credits to her name but has enjoyed a higher profile in the wake of last year’s red carpet scandal.

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■ UBER EATS

Huge change to Uber Eats

CEO awarded $120,000 The former chief executive of Kiwi tech firm Motim Technologies has been awarded more than $120,000 by the Employment Relations Authority. Andrew Plimmer spent more than a decade as chief executive of Motim, which developed augmented reality products for smartphones. The business, majorityowned by start-up investor Powerhouse Ventures, was sold to an American business last year. Plimmer, also a shareholder in Motim, was against the deal and resigned shortly afterward. The tech boss, who earned $195,000 a year, was owed $52,587 in salary arrears when he left Motim. - NZME

Food fans are in for a treat as the delivery service Uber Eats launches a variable charging system that could save Kiwi customers money. Uber Eats has started a trial this week in Brisbane, where customers get a different delivery fee charge based on the distance between themselves and the restaurant – instead of having standard $A5 ($NZ6). If the 12-week trial period is a success, changes to delivery fees should be rolled out to other cities in Australia and New Zealand. “The new delivery fee will be transparent and enable customers to order their takeaway without hidden fees,” Uber Eats head of operations in Australia and New Zealand, Matt Denman, said. “When they open the app for a given restaurant the delivery fee will be clearly listed in the first screen of the app, so as you’re choosing which restaurant to order from you will know in advance what the delivery fee will be.” Not only is the new system expected to lead to an increase in customers buying, but it’s anticipated to change the way Kiwis pick their meals. ”‘We expect that eaters will make decisions about where to order from based on what the delivery fee they see upfront is,” Denman said. A spokesperson for Uber Eats told the Herald: “These new delivery fees are being trialled for an initial 12-week trial period in Brisbane. We will then assess feedback before determining whether similar changes to delivery fees should be rolled out to other cities in Australia and New Zealand.” - NZME

Activist staying on The Maori activist protesting against Fletcher Building’s plans to develop an Auckland site says she has occupied the land for two years and 63 days and plans to stay, but Fletcher says that it will be starting development there this year. Pania Newton of Save Our Unique Landscape (SOUL) said this week she had moved onto the land on November 5, 2016, but Fletcher wants her and the group to leave. In 2017, it issued a trespass notice against her and the group and won Tenancy Tribunal proceedings. - NZME

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Apple is known for its tight control over every aspect of its ecosystem, from consumer privacy to its proprietary messaging and entertainment software, which helps lock in customers and drive sales to its hardware. As controversies tied to data collection practices have arisen in recent years, the iPhone maker has tried to differentiate itself from its tech industry peers, including Google and Facebook. The billboard advances Apple’s self-perception as a hardware manufacturer, in contrast to Silicon Valley’s dominant data-hungry Web companies.

However, Google is also one of Apple’s main partners, and the search giant pays billions of dollars to be the default search engine on iPhones. Google has faced a number of questions about privacy and security, including a software bug in Google+ in November that could have allowed access to 52 million users’ personal information without their permission. And during a recent hearing on Capitol Hill, lawmakers questioned Google chief executive Sundar Pichai about the scope of data collection on the Android operating system. - NZME

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Apple deep-burns Google Apple’s presence is hanging over CES 2019, the annual consumer technology confab – even though the tech giant isn’t attending. In a not-so-subtle shot at Google, Apple touted its commitment to privacy on a giant billboard in Las Vegas as tech companies and tech enthusiasts gathered there. “What happens on your iPhone stays on your iPhone,” the massive letters read, spanning the height of an entire building. The ad plays off the Sin City slogan “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas” and works as an apparent jab against Apple’s Silicon Valley competitor. Google, which makes the world’s most widely deployed mobile operating system, Android, has a large footprint at the show. Another of Apple’s main rivals, Samsung, kicked off its presence at CES by announcing a deal with Apple to offer Apple’s iTunes and Airplay 2 streaming support on Samsung’s 2019 smart televisions, in a first-time partnership. This spring, Samsung owners will get access to an iTunes app on their TV sets, and will be able to stream music, movies and shows from their iPhone or other Apple devices onto their TV. The partnership is significant because it represents yet another step of Apple lowering its walls to rivals to advance its entertainment services – critical revenue as growth in its hardware sales slumps. Samsung is the world’s top global supplier of smartphones, whose devices compete with the iPhone, but its televisions offer a way for Apple to get its content onto bigger screens in the home.

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Fill the gap with quiche When it’s hot and no-one feels like heavy food, why not whip up a quiche or tart, serve it with a salad and there’s a meal on the table with very little fuss. Make the whole job easier by buying ready rolled or packaged pastry and you’re cutting time and effort. Roast tomato and parmesan quiche 300g cherry tomato Drizzle olive oil 50g parmesan 2 eggs 284ml pot double cream Handful basil leaves, shredded, plus a few small ones left whole for scattering 280g plain flour, plus extra for dusting 140g cold butter cut into pieces

Tomato and ricotta tart 250g ricotta 375g ready-rolled pastry 50g parmesan, finely grated 1 egg, beaten 1 clove garlic, crushed 4 thickly-sliced vine tomatoes Olive oil A handful of basil leaves ■ Tip the ricotta into a sieve and leave to drain over a bowl while you prepare everything else. ■ Heat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C. ■ Unroll the sheet of pastry on to a baking tray and score a border 2cm in from the edge. ■ Prick all over inside the border with a fork then put in the oven for 15 minutes. ■ Remove the pastry from the oven (leave the oven on) and gently press the middle down if it has puffed up. Leave to cool a little. ■ Tip the ricotta into a bowl and add the parmesan, egg and garlic, then mix and season. ■ Evenly spread the mixture into the tart shell then lay over the tomatoes. ■ Season the tomatoes then put back in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is deep golden brown and crisp, and the tomatoes have started to colour a little. ■ Serve warm with a drizzle of olive oil and scattered with basil.

■ Pastry: Tip the flour and butter into a bowl, rub together with your fingertips until completely mixed and crumbly. ■ Add 8T cold water, then bring everything together with your hands until just combined. ■ Roll into a ball and use straight away or chill for up to 2 days. ■ Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface to a round about 5cm larger than a 25cm tin. ■ Chill in the fridge or freezer for 20 mins. ■ Heat oven to 200°C (fan 180°C). ■ In a small roasting tin, drizzle the tomatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Put them in a low shelf of the oven. ■ Lightly prick the base of the tart with a fork. ■ Line the tart case with a large circle of greaseproof paper or foil, then fill with baking beans. ■ Blind-bake the tart for 20 mins, remove the paper and beans. ■ Cook for 5-10 mins until biscuit brown. When you remove the tart case from the oven, take out the tomatoes, too. ■ While the tart is cooking, beat the eggs in a large bowl. Gradually add cream, then stir in the basil and season. ■ Sprinkle half the cheese over the base, scatter over the tomatoes, pour over the cream mix ■ Scatter over the rest of the cheese. ■ Bake for 20-25 mins until set and golden brown. Leave to cool in the case, trim the edges of the pastry, then remove from the tin. ■ Scatter over the remaining basil and serve in slices.

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Pesto and potato tart 400g waxy new potatoes, thinly sliced 1 sheet ready-rolled shortcrust pastry 4T fresh pesto 3T finely-grated parmesan 1 beaten egg, to glaze 100g grated cheese ■ Put the potatoes into boiling salted water and cook for 2-3 minutes. ■ Drain really well. ■ Heat the oven to 190°C. ■ Unroll the pastry on to a non-stick baking sheet. ■ Make a small diagonal cut in

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each corner then fold each side over to make a small border. Spread half the pesto over the base and sprinkle over the cheese. Lay the potato slices on top, overlapping neatly, then season. Sprinkle with parmesan and dot over remaining pesto Glaze the border with the egg. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the pastry is golden and crisp, and the potatoes tender.

Caramelised onion quiche 25g butter 2 large onions, halved and thinly sliced 1T fresh thyme leaves, plus a few sprigs 350g pack shortcrust pastry Plain flour, for dusting 200g pack smoked bacon lardons 300g pot double cream 100ml milk ■ Melt the butter in a large nonstick frying pan. ■ Add the onions and cook for 20 mins, stirring now and then until they are soft and golden brown. ■ Season, stir in the thyme leaves, then transfer to a plate to cool. ■ Heat oven to 200°C/180°C fan bake with baking tray in oven. ■ Roll out the pastry on a lightly-floured surface until large enough to line a 25cm loose-bottomed tart tin, with a little overhang of pastry all the way around the top. Chill for 15 mins. ■ Line the pastry case with a sheet of baking paper and fill

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with ceramic baking beans. Bake for 15 mins on the hot baking tray. Remove the paper and beans, then return to the oven for 10 mins more until the pastry looks cooked, like shortbread, but is not too brown. Cook bacon in the pan you cooked the onions in and fry for 10 mins, until golden. Beat the cream, milk and eggs with seasoning and nutmeg, then stir in the bacon and half the cheese. Remove the pastry case from the oven and reduce heat to 190°C. Spoon the caramelised onions evenly over the base of the pastry case. Pour in the bacon mixture, then scatter with the remaining cheese, the thyme sprigs and a little nutmeg. Bake for 25-30 mins until golden and the filling is just set with a slight wobble in the centre. Trim the excess pastry and leave to settle for 10 mins, then remove from the tin and slice.

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TEST YOURSELF Test yourself with the Guardian’s weekday quiz 1 - Spiders belong to the insect class of animals. a. True b. False 2 - Which country used the guilder as its currency before the Euro? a. The Netherlands b. Ireland c. Spain 3 - Who did James Earl Ray famously assassinate? a. Martin Luther King b. John F. Kennedy c. John Lennon 4 - What nationality was the explorer Abel Tasman? a. Portuguese b. Dutch c. British 5 - In what sport might you assume the egg position? a. Skiing b. Diving c. Cycling 6 - The Maori name of which NZ native butterﬂy is kahukura? a. Monarch b. Large white c. Red admiral 7 - Which US city is served by Bob Hope Airport? a. New York b. Los Angeles c. San Francisco 8 - What was the ﬁrst name of Sherlock Holmes’ friend, Dr Watson? a. John b. James c. Jock

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Representing Ashburton on the courts Ashburton’s 1963 third grade basketball rep team members are looking smart in their gym frocks.

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Serves 4

■ Preheat the oven to 200°C. ■ Place the pumpkin in a roasting dish, coat with a dash of oil, season with salt and pepper and roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until just cooked. ■ Increase the oven temperature to 250°C fan bake, and preheat

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the oven tray you’ll use for the pizza (this will help the base crisp up). Heat a dash of oil in a frying pan over a high heat. Season the lamb rumps with salt and pepper and sear quickly in the pan to brown all over. Transfer to a roasting dish and bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, cover loosely with foil and set aside to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing across the grain. While the lamb is resting, brush the edges of the pizza bases with oil and spread them with relish. Top with cooked pumpkin, cheeses, onion and cashews. Sprinkle with cumin seeds. Transfer to the preheated oven tray and bake in the middle of oven for 7-10 minutes until the base is golden brown at the edg-

es. ■ Slice the lamb and arrange on the cooked pizzas. Drizzle with lemon aioli and garnish with herbs. Serve with a seasonal salad. ■ Lemon aioli: Combine 1 egg, the zest of 1 large lemon, 1 clove crushed garlic and 1t dijon mustard in a bowl and whisk vigorously. Very slowly add in 1C of oil in a very thin stream while continuing to whisk. After a few minutes, the mixture will start to thicken and you can add the oil slightly faster. Keep whisking until all the oil is incorporated. Add 1-2T of lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. ■ This will keep for up to two weeks in the fridge in a sealed container. Recipe courtesy of www.recipes.co.nz Beef + Lamb New Zealand

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■ FOOTBALL

Liverpool out of FA Cup

Driver Stephane Peterhansel, of France, and co-driver David Castera race their Mini during the first stage of the Dakar Rally between Lima and Pisco yesterday. PHOTO AP

■ MOTOR RACING

Al-Attiyah eyes a treble Nasser Al-Attiyah made a great start to winning a third Dakar Rally title when he won the opening stage by almost two minutes yesterday. Al-Attiyah made light work of the 84-kilometre special on the dunes around Pisco along the Pacific coast. He led by 38 seconds at the first

marker, and by 45 seconds at the halfway point. Defending champion Carlos Sainz, another two-time winner, was second. Jakub Przygonski was third. The overall champion of the Cross-country Rallies World Cup is trying to become the first Polish winner of the Dakar.

Seven-time winner Stephane Peterhansel was three minutes back in seventh, and Sebastien Loeb was more than six minutes back. Joan Barreda showed the focus of his buildup on being fit paid off when he won the first motorbike stage by a minute from Pablo Quintanilla.

Barreda’s Honda team-mate, Ricky Brabec, was third. Barreda had to withdraw last year on the 11th stage while lying second overall because of knee and hand injuries. This Dakar has been reduced to a 10-stage race on Peruvian sand, finishing in Lima on Jan. 17. - NZME

A makeshift Liverpool team containing three teenagers making their senior debuts was beaten by Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 in the third round of the FA Cup, with a strike by Ruben Neves sealing the win. Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp showed where the competition ranked on the current English Premier League leaders’ list of priorities by leaving star forwards Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino on the bench until the 70th minute, and they failed to have an impact after coming on at Molineux. Wolves went in front through Raul Jimenez in the 38th minute after James Milner lost possession in central midfield, but Liverpool equalised when Divock Origi scored from the edge of the area in the 51st. Neves regained the lead for Wolves four minutes later, striking a low and fierce shot inside the near post past the initially unsighted Simon Mignolet. Klopp started midfielders Rafael Camacho and Curtis Jones – aged 18 and 17 respectively – and sent on another debutant in 16-year-old Dutchman Ki-Jana Hoever in the sixth minute after centre-back Dejan Lovren sustained a hamstring injury. Hoever, at 16 years and 354 days, became the youngest Liverpool player in FA Cup history and the third-youngest player to make a senior appearance for the team. Klopp said he had hoped to field a stronger side, but injuries to the likes of Jordan Henderson and Adam Lallana forced him to make more changes than planned and he refuted suggestions his team selection was disrespectful to the FA Cup itself. “I need to make sure I say the right words ... I don’t want headlines,” he said. “You all want this number of games, we have played them all so far and been successful, today we lost. That’s the story.” - AP

Hartley-Ferrari rumours rife Discarded Kiwi Formula One driver Brendon Hartley has been linked to a role with F1 giants Ferrari. Hartley is out of a job after getting axed at Toro Rosso following a frustrating first full season in F1 where he racked up just four points. According to a report from Italy, Hartley is among the leading candidates to join the Ferrari team as a simulator driver. The role is an important one for car development and race set-up, and can often act as a road back to a full-time job in Formula One

for drivers who are on the outer. Ferrari lost its 2018 development drivers Antonio Giovinazzi to Sauber and Daniil Kvyat to Toro Rosso, and are now reportedly eyeing Hartley along with former Williams driver Sergey Sirotkin as replacements. Ferrari star Sebastian Vettel said that he is confident his team will sign up the right development talent. “I’m not a big fan of the simulator, but it is a very important tool for improving the car,” Vettel told Corriere dello Sport. “We must thank the guys who

work there, because it is not the best thing to do on a Friday evening. “For next year (2019) we do not know who will be there, but I think we will be able to find drivers who can do the job well.” Vettel finished second to Lewis Hamilton in last year’s F1 championship, while Ferrari also finished in second place in the F1 constructors’ championship. Working with such a prestigious team would be tempting for Hartley, who has also been linked to racing for Porsche in Formula E next year. - NZME

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■ CRICKET

Black Caps run riot By Niall aNdersoN When a New Zealand batsman can smoke 124 from 80 balls, yet not be the team’s most important contributor, then things are going pretty damn well for the Black Caps. In what is surely the richest vein of form ever seen by a New Zealand cricketer in one format, Ross Taylor’s 137 anchored the Black Caps at Saxton Oval yesterday, before Henry Nicholls bashed his first one-day century as the hosts posted an intimidating 364-4 on their way to a 115run victory. Once again, Sri Lanka showed more fight with the bat than the ball; with Thisara Perera again a thorn in the Black Caps side with an entertaining 80, but the visitors collapsed once he left, as the Black Caps sealed a 3-0 series sweep. Taylor was named man of the series, after an innings which he continued his summer of milestones. For the 20th time in ODI cricket, the helmet came off and the tongue was stuck out as he cel-

ebrated yet another one-day century – smiting nine fours and four sixes in his 131-ball knock. The first New Zealander to reach 20 centuries in any format, the 34-year-old’s form has been nothing short of remarkable. Since 2018 began, he averages an absurd 92, at a strike rate of 93, and yesterday, Taylor brought up his sixth consecutive 50 – tying the New Zealand record. While Taylor’s form has been a constant over the past few years, Nicholls has truly blossomed this summer. In tests since November, Nicholls had scored three fifties and two centuries, and he added his maiden ODI century to the mix in a brutal innings. The Canterbury left-hander brought up his 50 from 44 balls, and needed only 27 more to move through to a ton – the sixth fastest in New Zealand ODI history. He linked up with Taylor – adding 154, and then bashed a rapid 63 with Jimmy Neesham, but Nicholls was allowed the platform to punish thanks to the earlier accomplishments of Taylor

Ross Taylor and skipper Kane Williamson. The Black Caps’ only minor batting issue has been their lack of opening partnerships, and this time neither Martin Guptill nor Colin Munro shone, leaving Williamson and Taylor to join forces at 31-2. Williamson and Taylor’s accumulation was helped by more shocking middle order bowling by Sri Lanka. Lakshan Sandakan’s solitary wicket was the only scalp claimed by a Sri Lankan spinner all series, part-timers were easily dispatched, and Lasith Malinga

Kohli’s passion lauded By adriaN WarreN India coach Ravi Shastri has praised captain Virat Kohli’s unrivalled passion after his nation’s first test cricket series victory in Australia. Former player Shastri rated the 2-1 result as possibly even bigger than India’s wins in the 1983 World Cup and 1985 World Championship of Cricket one-day tournaments, as it was achieved in “the truest format of the game.” He thought no-one played test cricket with more passion and no other captain came close to Kohli in that area. “Other captains could have different personalities, but Virat is someone who is in your face and it rubs off on all the youngsters who are watching the game in India,’ Shastri said. “His team-mates that watch him, they want to emulate him, and to believe that they can be someone like him who can go out there and strive for excellence. “So when an individual puts his neck on the line as captain then the others follow.” Shastri had the assembled media collectively raising their eyebrows, as he then elaborated on a topic he raised in Melbourne about people “taking pot shots and firing blanks.” “When you fire from there, by the time it crosses the southern hemisphere, it’s blown away by the wind like a tracer bullet,” Shastri said. “But lead, with something in it, can be pretty serious, and that’s what we have fired right through the series against Australia. “We were committed, and it jolly well bloody made a difference at the end of it all. “This is not a team of gods or demigods, seniors or juniors, this is an Indian cricket team that will jump over a cliff to win a match for the country.”

Virat Kohli laying down the law to his Indian test team. He joked that man of the series Cheteshwar Pujara, who scored 521 runs at an average of 74.42 in over 30 hours at the crease, had made just one mistake. “That was at the presentation, he should have padded up and gone up and they would have given him the trophy without even mentioning his name,” Shastri said. Shastri finished with a parting shot at “all my buddies from the Indian media,” for motivating the team through a tough year of away series against South Africa, England and Australia. “Without your support I don’t think we would have played as well as we’ve done right through the 12 months, so thank you very much,” he said. - AAP

and Nuwan Pradeep went for a combined 170 from 19 overs. Williamson made 55 off 65 before holing out trying to clear mid-wicket in a probably unnecessary shot, but Taylor pushed on. Peppering the legside with fantastically wristy strokeplay, Taylor brought up his milestone off 112 balls, before producing his traditional booming sixes over cow corner. Nicholls and Neesham were even more explosive, adding 63 off the last 22 balls to set Sri Lanka another mammoth chase. Niroshan Dickwella (46), Dhananjaya de Silva (36) and Kusal Perera (43) all had handy cameos, but steady wickets fell as Williamson (0-24 from five overs) and Ish Sodhi (3-40 from 8.4) increased an already challenging required run-rate. Thisara Perera attempted a second miracle, with help again from New Zealand fielders, but Guptill showed how it’s done, taking a stunning one-handed catch running backwards from point to end the danger, and end Sri Lanka’s hopes. - NZME

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In brief Finch refreshed After doing nothing for a week, Aaron Finch is kicking himself for not doing it sooner. The discarded test opener top-scored with 42 on Monday night as the Melbourne Renegades scored an upset BBL win over the Hobart Hurricanes. It was a brief cameo for the Renegades captain, in between his fourth test omission and captaining the Australian one-day team in a three-game series against India. Finch revealed he also barely touched a bat between the Boxing Day test and the BBL match. - AAP

Paine not a selector Highlighted in two independent reports commissioned by Cricket Australia in the past eight years, the spotlight is once again on the selection process as Tim Paine declares he has no interest in joining the panel. Justin Langer, Trevor Hohns and Greg Chappell will soon settle on the squad that will seek to defeat Sri Lanka in a two-test series and restore some pride after Australia’s first test series loss at home to India. Incumbent batsmen and test aspirants will endure a nervous wait by the phone, hoping for good news. The Argus review, prompted by the 2010-11 Ashes failure, and Ethics Centre review, a by-product of the cheating scandal, both covered the topic of selection in depth. - AAP

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In brief Doullie’s huge blooper Former Black Caps fast bowler and cricket commentator Simon Doull has been roasted by fans for a controversial on-air comment during the final ODI between New Zealand and Sri Lanka in a sunny Nelson. Doull was commentating during the Black Caps’ innings when he appeared to suggest climate change doesn’t exist. “If you listen to the people that believe in that climate change rubbish, then it’ll be sunny again,” he said. Doull was predictably slammed on Twitter. - NZME

Spurs bowl Pistons The first quarter was as good as it got for the Detroit Pistons against the visiting San Antonio Spurs in the NBA yesterday. DeMar DeRozan had 26 points, nine assists and seven rebounds to lead the Spurs to a 119-107 win at Detroit, while Patty Mills contributed 13 points in a game in which San Antonio dominated the last three quarters after falling behind early. Detroit took a 31-25 lead into the second quarter, but San Antonio started to take control from there en route to their fifth successive win. - AAP

Doping breakthrough

Misty and cool conditions met riders taking part in the Tinwald Cycling Club’s 36km race around Winchmore on Sunday. PHOTO MEGAN ELLIS

■ CYCLING

Clean sweep for Clement Wayne Clement kicked the New Year off in style, winning the Tinwald Cycling Club’s 36km handicap event around the Winchmore Church block on Sunday. Clement not only lifted the winner’s cup, but he also took fastest time honours, riding the course in 50.33 minutes. Riding off the first break mark, Clement and his co-markers worked hard to find the front

bunch in the concluding stages. There were plenty of winning chances inside the race’s final kilometre, but Clement produced the best kick to the line, beating out co-markers Shane Brookland and Steve Hands, who were rewarded for a hard ride with podium places, and second and third fastest times respectively. Kristine Marriott carried over

her good end of year form to take fourth place while the experienced Neil Wylie and young Alex Holmes – who was having his first senior start – rounded out the top six. The juniors and division two contested an 18km handicap event, with Zoe Spillane making the trip north worth her while securing the victory. Brothers Zach and Mitch

Brookland claimed the second and third place spoils, while scratch marker Ethan Titheridge ripped up the course to take fourth place and secure fastest time honours, riding the distance in 26.13 minutes. Debbie Skinner took division two honours. Next week the club will contest a 45km handicap event around the Christy’s Road block.

World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) experts will return to the Moscow laboratory at the centre of the Russian doping scandal today to extract testing data that could lead to the prosecution of hundreds of drugs cheats. Access to the lab’s secrets was a condition of the deal the Russians struck with WADA in September to lift the Russian Anti-Doping Agency’s near three-year ban. But that agreement was plunged into doubt when a team was prevented from carrying out its mission because its technical equipment had not been certified by local authorities. - PA

Taipans coach furious Cairns Taipans coach Mike Kelly labelled his players soft after a slow start cost his side victory against the Sydney Kings on Monday. The normally reserved Kelly was animated on the bench early and did not mince his words after the match. “Sydney is a good team and they came out firing, but we were way too soft,” Kelly said. “I thought we were really lucky to be down 11 at the end of the first quarter.” - AAP

■ RUGBY

Barrett reveals Hansen’s off-season advice All Blacks first five-eighth Beauden Barrett has paid tribute to departing coach Steve Hansen as they prepare for one last season together. Hansen is stepping down as All Blacks head coach after the 2019 Rugby World Cup, and Barrett believes the 59-year-old has set a standard that will be hard to emulate. “He’ll be a huge loss – but it leaves an opportunity for someone else to step up. “He’s done a lot for me and my

game and I have to thank him for that. “I could only wish him the best. “He’s had a fantastic career and obviously the job’s not done yet. “We all want to win the World Cup, retain the Bledisloe and all the rest of it.” Barrett believes that Hansen’s communication and personal skills puts the All Blacks mentor a cut above the rest of the world’s top coaches. “His ability to understand the player and get the best out of the

player [is vital]. He knows how every individual in the team ticks, he treats everyone as an individual and I think the way he’s developed that, from when I first made the team to now – it’s obviously been a work-on and that’s why he’s the best coach. “It’s reassuring to know that your head coach goes out to bat for you when perhaps things haven’t gone our way – he has our best interests at heart and he backs us 100 per cent.” Barrett was speaking at the

ASB Classic, where he and Damian McKenzie competed against fourth seed Pablo Carreno Busta in a flute pouring competition while taking a break from the tennis. Barrett showed his usual handiwork, completing the challenge just ahead of Carreno Busta, while McKenzie was a distant third. The experience was part of a summer of relaxation for the Hurricanes playmaker, with Barrett revealing that Hansen advised all the All Blacks to relax in advance

of the hectic season ahead. “[He said] ‘make sure you really freshen up’, because it’s going to be a big year. Get around your loved ones, friends and family and really switch off, because come February it’s all go.” The World Cup looms as the ultimate prize for the two-time defending champion All Blacks, and Barrett says the lure of raising the Cup aloft once more is always on his mind. “I think about it every day,” said Barrett. - NZME

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■ OPINION

New court stars shine E

very now and then a new superstar explodes onto the world sporting stage, and it’s always a little bit exciting when it happens. Last week it was a young Canadian tennis player by the name of Bianca Andreescu who stunned the tennis world by beating both Caroline Wozniaki and Venus Williams – both former world number ones – on her way to a finals berth at the ASB Classic in Auckland. The 18-year-old world number 152 came from nowhere to book herself a place in the final against defending champion German Julia Goerges, and while she eventually faltered after a stellar run and had to settle for being runner-up, it was certain to be a week she could look back on as a turning point in her young career. In years gone by, many a tennis player has come from nowhere to produce the kind of performance that makes them a household name and unexpected fan favourite – Cypriot Marcos Baghdatis and Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga were two men’s players who spring automatically to mind. Could Andreescu be the next one to do just that, but in the

women’s game? She may have been the surprise package of the tournament but speaking after her win over Williams in the quarter-finals, Andreescu spoke of her belief that anything was possible. And she was proof that if you really believed that something was possible, it could well be. Who knows what the future has in store for her? Sometimes a fortunate draw can give a player a bit of a hand, helping them to avoid some of the top players, but that certainly wasn’t the case for Andreescu in Auckland. Wozniaki came to Auckland with her first grand slam title under her belt, and although she’d been around for a fair few years, Williams had been there or thereabouts in the list of the world’s best female players for a long time now. But Andreescu was more than up to the task. Then, in the semi-finals she breezed past third seed Hsieh Su-Wei 6-3 6-3 in what was probably her most commanding performance of the week. She was playing like someone who had been around for a number of years, not someone who was just starting out and

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marching towards her first ever WTA final. She started the final so well, too, and at the start of the second set it looked like it was hers for the taking. But Goerges came back, and in the end Andreescu couldn’t match her. While she may not have been a household name before the ASB Classic, Andreescu is no stranger to big tennis stages, she just wasn’t as used to the big kids’ tennis stage, and she wasn’t alone. A former world number three junior, Andreescu was one of a number of young players taking part in this year’s tournament who was really only just starting out in the big wide world of tennis. There were a few players aged under 20 who made it into the main draw and performed

better than many would have expected, and another of those was a young Kiwi Paige Hourigan. Hourigan teamed up with American Taylor Townsend to seal a surprise place in the tournament’s doubles final, and although they fell short in a match-deciding tie-break, it would have been one heck of an experience for the young Kiwi. The Kiwi/American duo had never played together before and needed a wildcard to make it into the draw, but their lack of experience didn’t show. It was the first time that a Kiwi had made the tournament’s doubles final since Marina Erakovic in 2011, and with Erakovic now retired, Kiwi tennis fans have found themselves a new home-grown player to get behind in Hourigan, and probably – thanks to her exploits this week – a new fan favourite and undoubtedly honorary Kiwi in Andreescu. With their first big finals under their belts, they both now have a job to do. They have to build on that form and success and ensure that the 2019 ASB Classic will not be the last time we hear their names.

■ TENNIS

Ferrer in fine early form

Rafa channels Roger Rafael Nadal believes he can pull off a Roger Federer-like tennis miracle and win the Australian Open two months after going under the knife. After withdrawing from last week’s Brisbane International with a thigh strain and not playing a sanctioned event in four months, Nadal survived two matches of Fast4 action against Nick Kyrgios on Monday night. The injury-plagued Spanish superstar retired midway through his US Open semi-final against Juan Martin del Potro with a knee issue, called an end to his 2018 season later in September and finally relinquished his world No.1 ranking after undergoing ankle surgery in November. - AAP

‘There’s no bad blood’ Insisting there’s no bad blood, Nick Kyrgios says he and Bernard Tomic “have bigger fish to fry” this summer rather than worrying about gaining personal bragging rights in their much-hyped showdown at the Kooyong Classic. Australia’s two tennis rebels will square off for the first time today, almost three years after Tomic accused Kyrgios of faking illness to skip a crucial Davis Cup tie against the United States at the very same venue. - AAP

De Minaur eyes title Alex de Minaur admits it would be a dream to win his first senior title at what is expected to be the last men’s iteration of the Sydney International this week. The Australian No.1 continued his warm-up for the Australian Open with a hard- earned straight sets win over Dusan Lajovic in his Sydney opener on Monday. De Minaur was made to work hard by the Serbian world No.45 in both sets before finishing strongly to claim a 6-4 6-3 victory at Ken Rosewall Arena. The 19-year-old also had to deal with over three hours of rain delays. - AAP

Kokkinakis a winner

By Michael Burgess David Ferrer’s farewell tour has started in the best possible fashion. The four time champion progressed to the second round of the ASB Classic with a 6-2 6-1 defeat of Robin Haase. Playing in the ASB Classic for the 14th and last time, Ferrer delighted a large crowd with a vintage display. He gradually dismantled the Haase game, and by the end the Dutchman was a picture of frustration. Ferrer served well and returned strongly, but it was his tennis intelligence that caught the eye. He constructed the points beautifully, and constantly took time away from his opponent. Ferrer started like a dream, rolling back the years to when he used to dominate this event. He had lost the previous two encounters with Haase (both in 2017) and came into this match as the outsider, ranked nearly 80 places lower than the Dutchman. The world No. 124 also gave up five years to Haase, but it didn’t seem to matter. At 36 years old, he has still got the wheels. One drop shot from Haase was a beauty and looked a certain

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Thanasi Kokkinakis says he has a point to prove after being surprisingly denied a wildcard entry to the Australian Open. The 22-yearold advanced to the second round of qualifying for his home major yesterday, defeating Mohamed Safwat 6-2 7-6 (7-4). One of just eight men to defeat Roger Federer in 2018, Kokkinakis was snubbed for a discretionary main draw entry in favour of compatriots Alex Bolt, Marc Polmans and Alexei Popyrin – all ranked below the world No.145. Kokkinakis declined to outline the explanation he had been given by Tennis Australia but said he was determined to prove himself. - AAP

Federer breaks down David Ferrer turned on a vintage display at the ASB Classic yesterday. winner, but Ferrer bounded in like a leopard. Ferrer made his name as the best defensive player in the sport, with his incredible lateral movement allied with keen anticipation, and gave reminders of that yesterday. Although he has lost some power in his ground strokes, he exhibited superb placement. Haase struggled to get a foothold in the match and was bro-

ken three times in the first set, the third one sealing the set. The next set followed a similar pattern. It was a blistering 34 degrees on court, but Ferrer looked in his element while Haase struggled. The Dutchman couldn’t force a similar break opportunity on the Ferrer serve, but was broken three times when he stepped up to the line. At 3-1 down in the second set,

Haase let out a huge guttural roar of frustration, enough to scare some of the kids in the grandstand and scatter the swans in the nearby Auckland Domain. But he couldn’t reset, and Ferrer converted his first match point, after a long rally, to win his 32nd match on Stanley Street. He’ll face fourth seed and compatriot Pablo Carreno Busta in today’s second round. - NZME

In a touching interview that will win him another few million fans, Roger Federer was unable to fight back tears as he spoke about former coach Peter Carter. Federer was overcome with emotion when conversation turned to Carter, the man who discovered the Swiss legend as a teen. “It’s a really nice story,” Federer said. “He came to play club tennis in Basel. When I was little he was one of the star players. I was able to have coaching lessons with him. If I can say thank you for my technique today it’s to Peter.” Carter died in a car accident on his honeymoon in 2002. - AAP

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■ FLYING MILE

Bridesmaids get their shot By Michael Guerin The bridesmaids are set to get their chance in Cambridge’s race of the season. Because both Jack’s Legend and Star Galleria have drawn to try and upset the All Stars apple cart in the $60,000 Waikato Flying Mile on Friday night. The sprint race is the centrepiece of the club’s centenary celebrations and has drawn a field worthy of the occasion, with the first ever clash between New Zealand Cup winner Thefixer and last week’s Auckland Cup champ Turn It Up. The latter will start a hot favourite after drawing the ace in the mobile mile while Thefixer faces a huge task in his first start for two months after drawing the outside of the eight-horse field. But while Turn It Up will dom-

inate betting, the draws of Jack’s Legend (barrier three) and Star Galleria (four) at least suggest some early fireworks. Both have proven Cup bridesmaids to All Stars runners before – Jack’s Legend finishing second to Lazarus in last season’s NZ Cup while Star Galleria was second to Turn It Up last week. But what Jack’s Legend and Star Galleria both have is real gate speed and they have also used it before to upset highly favoured Purdon-Rasmussen favourites. Jack’s Legend began brilliantly to lead and down Ultimate Machete in the Jewels as a 3-yearold while Star Galleria led and won this race last season defeating Heaven Rocks. And their trainers agree their only chance of beating Turn It Up is crossing him at the start. “Usually those good horses

Trainer Steven Reid have good gate speed but we have to have a crack to find out,” says Star Galleria’s trainer Steven Reid of Turn It Up. “My horse is flying and came through the Auckland Cup great so he will be heading forward and with Jack’s Legend in there too at least Turn It Up will have some pressure early.”

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Reid also has Utmost Delight in the race and his pair will then head to Australia to be campaigned in both Victoria and New South Wales. “I want to qualify Utmost Delight for the Ladyship Mile in Sydney so she will contest the Ladyship Cup at Melton on January 26,” explains Reid. “Star Galleria will race in a sprint [Casey Classic] that night and then the Hunter Cup on February 2 and then they both head up to the Miracle Mile meeting at Menangle.” Rival trainer Barry Purdon is also hoping Jack’s Legend can at least test Turn It Up early and set himself up for an Australian trip. “He has really good gate speed whereas we haven’t seen Mark’s horse [Turn It Up] from the mobile all that much so we have to have a look at the start and see how we go.” - NZME

Repeat win possible The Daniel Champion and Kezia Murphy-trained He’s Gold added a ninth win to his tally with victory in the Kurow Cup last month and his connections are hoping for a repeat performance in the Reefton Crane & Construction Reefton Cup (1400m) today. Champion is happy with the way his runner has been working since that victory and credits a change in stable location from Ashburton to Riccarton Park last year as a contributing factor to his improved form of late. - NZME

Two-pronged attack Cambridge trainers Murray Baker and Andrew Forsman hold a strong hand heading into the Levin Classic (1600m) at Trentham on Saturday, but are disappointed they haven’t been able to give laststart Group One winner Madison County a lead-in run ahead of the three-year-old feature. The Pins gelding hasn’t raced since winning the Gr.1 New Zealand 2000 Guineas at Riccarton in November, but his connections remain upbeat about his chances. - NZME

Today at Matamata Raceway

Racing Matamata Venue: Matamata Meeting Date: 09 Jan 2019 NZ Meeting number: 2 Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8 Trebles: 2, 3 and 4; 6, 7 and 8 1 12.12pm VERMAIR RACING 2000 $10,000, Rating 65 Benchmark*, 2000m 1 43516 Jimmy Rocket db (8) 59.5 ..........R Elliot (a1) 2 31260 Master Painton h (3) 58.5..............O Bosson 3 x9526 Bugs Moran (9) 57.5 ..... A Goindasamy (a3) 4 4x741 Al Vandaam (6) 57 ......................... S McKay 5 x8972 Konstantina (7) 57 ......................M Cameron 6 10776 Azabeat h (2) 57 .........................C Lammas 7 44557 Aniceta (5) 56.5...............................S Collett 8 09817 Lagertha td (4) 56.5 ......................M McNab 9 050x7 Itsabird (1) 54 ............................. L Satherley 2 12.47 NRB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES $10,000, Rating 65 Benchmark Fillies and Mares*, 1400m 1 6412 Tammie Wynette dh (7) 59 ..........C Lammas 2 821 Vichy tdh (5) 59 ..........................R Elliot (a1) 3 x9506 Swinging Skirts d (2) 58 ............. L Satherley 4 31 Blue Eyed Susie (1) 57.5 ...........M Coleman 5 421 Lady Blue d (6) 57.5...................M Cameron 6 14 Taming The Shrew h (4) 57.5T Yanagida (a3) 7 x7303 Stitch dh (3) 56.5...........................O Bosson 3 1.22 MAARA GRANGE REHABILITATION FACILITY

MAIDEN 1400 $10,000, MDN, 1400m 1 56x52 Verses h (12) 58.5 ............... T Yanagida (a3) 2 90x26 Flying Trapeze h (14) 58.5...........C Lammas 3 2x00x Shackeltons Edge h (3) 58.5 .... D Danis (a3) 4 73569 Man Power (13) 58.5..............J Fawcett (a2) 5 2x422 Harbourside (15) 57 ........................ T Harris 6 84435 Patch Man h (5) 57.....................R Elliot (a1) 7 4 Grand Award 57 ........................... Scratched 8 7 Te Akau Dragon 57 ...................... Scratched 9 8028x Za Za Gabor h (7) 56.5 .................. J Bayliss 10 7x4x2 The White Queen b (6) 56.5..........O Bosson 11 00x45 Avoca Willow h (1) 56.5.................. S McKay 12 0 Suretoshine (8) 56.5 ..................M Coleman 13 463 Dance Card (18) 55 ........................S Collett 14 3 Vee Cece (9) 55 .........................M Cameron 15 Rockafella Lad h (2) 57 16 Amex (11) 55................................... S Spratt 17 Vis Ta Vie (17) 55 18 Only The Brave (4) 57 ...................M McNab 19 7 Shanlane (16) 55 20 8 Saltire h (10) 57 4 1.57pm BROOKS RACING MAIDEN 1200 $10,000, MAIDEN, 1200m 1 Mr Incredibull (5) 58.5 .................... S McKay

2 Sly Baljo (8) 58.5....................... T Miles (a4) MAIDEN 3YO, 1100m 5 0566 Tasman Warrior 57 ....................... Scratched 1 Golden Age h (6) 57.5 3 Golden Age h (1) 57......................O Bosson 6 Teen Titan (12) 57 ......................R Elliot (a1) 2 Anything But h (7) 57.5 .................. J Bayliss 4 3437x Choulee (3) 56.5 ........... A Goindasamy (a3) 7 8x624 Kanumiss (9) 56.5 ......................M Cameron 3 Flyingflynn (8) 57.5 ......................... S Spratt 5 723x9 Sheeznoteasy (11) 56.5 .................. S Spratt 8 x6552 Barzellar h (6) 56.5 ............. T Yanagida (a3) 4 92632 Quality Prevails h (4) 55.5 ... T Yanagida (a3) 6 87x45 Happy Hitter (2) 56.5 ..................M Coleman 9 x0085 Soda h (3) 56.5 ...............................S Collett 5 2 Kainui Rose h (1) 55.5 ............. D Danis (a3) 10 00057 Delle Quartza h (13) 56.5 7 97049 Mangaroa Diva (6) 56.5 ............. L Satherley 6 Classyas h (2) 55.5 .....................C Lammas 11 8 0667x Henley Road (9) 56.5 ......................S Collett 8 Tups h (8) 56.5 ............................... J Bayliss 7 Decadence (5) 55.5 ........................S Collett 12 x4035 Moiras Town (5) 55 ..........................R Smyth 9 0x0 Waiwetu Lass (13) 56.5 ................M McNab 8 She’s Our Sasha (3) 55.5..............M McNab 13 10 95807 Conquering Kelly (10) 56.5 ............ J Bayliss 63 Superstition (14) 55.....................C Lammas 11 x0006 Regal Assassin (12) 56.5 ......... D Danis (a3) 7 3.47pm BAKER RACING 1600 $11,000, Rating 72 Bench- 14 7 You May Be Right (1) 55 ............M Coleman 12 92632 Quality Prevails h (7) 55 ...... T Yanagida (a3) mark, 1600m 15 0 Trumpet (7) 57 13 8 Misha’s Star (4) 55 .....................R Elliot (a1) 1 73713 Tweedledee tdmh (6) 61.5 .. T Yanagida (a3) Emergency: Trumpet 5 2.32 KINGSCLERE STABLES MAIDEN 1100 $10,000, 2 7x163 Terrifique (7) 59 ..........................M Cameron Blinkers on: Swinging Skirts (R2), Saltire (R3), Conquering 3 52448 Stacey Ann td (5) 57.5 .................... T Harris Kelly (R4), Kanumiss (R8) Blinkers off: Man Power (R3), MAIDEN 2YO, 1100m 4 07703 Mutechi tm (3) 56.5 ........................ J Bayliss Wheao (R8) Winkers on: Wheao, Tups (R8) 1 5 Keano Reeves (4) 57.5 ...................S Collett 5 12044 Podravina td (1) 56.5 .....................O Bosson 2 Caithness Kid (2) 57.5 .................... S Spratt SELECTIONS 6 80x35 Classic Touch dh (4) 55.5..............M McNab Race 1: Al Vandaam, Konstantina, Jimmy Rocket, Azabeat 3 42 Sizzler h (6) 55.5 ...........................O Bosson 7 201x9 Hot In High Heels th (2) 55.5 ......C Lammas Race 2: Lady Blue, Blue Eyed Susie, Vichy, Taming The Shrew 4 4 Takemetotheriver h (8) 55.5 ........C Lammas 5 Minnallines (5) 55.5....................R Elliot (a1) 8 4.21pm PIKE RACING MAIDEN 2000 $10,000, MDN, Race 3: Verses, Vee Cece, The White Queen, Patch Man 6 Rainbow Dash (9) 55.5 ..............M Cameron 2000m Race 4: Quality Prevails, Golden Age, Henley Road, Happy Hitter 7 Perpetually h (3) 55.5....................M McNab 1 0043P Wheao (11) 58.5 ............................ S McKay Race 5: Sizzler, Minnallines, Shake That Tush, Rainbow Dash 8 Rockin Robin h (7) 55.5 ...... T Yanagida (a3) 2 37805 Sure He Can h (10) 58.5 .......... D Danis (a3) Race 6: Kainui Rose, Golden Age, Classyas, Anything But 9 8 Shake That Tush h (1) 55.5 ............ J Bayliss 3 6 Stagdo (2) 58.5 ...........................J Kam (a4) Race 7: Terrifique, Tweedledee, Stacey Ann, Classic Touch 6 3.07pm SPARTA RACING MAIDEN 1100 $10,000, 4 45242 Our Beeskees (4) 57 .....................O Bosson Race 8: Superstition, Our Beeskees, Barzellar, Soda

Today at Reefton Raceway

Reefton JC Venue: Reefton Meeting Date: 09 Jan 2019 NZ Meeting number: 6 Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8 Trebles: 2, 3 and 4; 6, 7 and 8 1 12.27pm (NZT) TASMAN AGRICULTURE MAIDEN $10,000, MDN, 1400m 1 48772 Acre (7) 58.5 .......................J Anderson (a4) 2 08803 Ride The Storm (6) 58.5 K Chowdhoory (a3) 3 8x6 Maximus Decimus (14) 58.5 .. K Cowan (a3) 4 Senator Dann 58.5 ....................... Scratched 5 45970 Aristotle (12) 57 6 5 Billy Mav (3) 57 ............................T Moseley 7 96x82 Feel The Breeze (1) 56.5 ............ C Johnson 8 0x574 Eager Beaver (8) 56.5 ............ B Murray (a2) 9 x8388 Platinum Raider (15) 56.5 10 0060 Nifty (4) 56.5 ........................... G Jogoo (a1) 11 92078 Reliable Glow (10) 56.5 12 07x8 Rosie Marie (11) 56.5 ............... D Hirini (a2) 13 87x9 Divinexcuse (13) 58.5 14 2080 French Cut (5) 56.5 15 500x8 Skedaddle Skedoo (2) 58.5 16 3x000 Realm (9) 56.5 Emergencies: Divinexcuse, French Cut, Skedaddle Skedoo, Realm 2 1.02pm BIRCHFIELD COAL MINES $15,000, Rating 72 Benchmark, 1400m

1 26146 Smiling Assassin m (4) 61 .......... C Johnson 2 11580 Flicka Of Gold dm (2) 59 .........Z Bholah (a3) 3 4L412 Carson River db (6) 57.5K Chowdhoory (a3) 4 9x499 Milk It tdm (8) 57.5 ................K Mudhoo (a1) 5 27104 Inanna d (1) 57.............................T Moseley 6 13954 The Bumper dm (7) 57 7 x466x Entree 56 ..................................... Scratched 8 07372 Promising m (5) 54................. B Murray (a2) 9 67200 Advent m (3) 54.......................T Jonker (a2) 3 1.37 GREG DALY REAL ESTATE MAIDEN $10,000, MAIDEN 2YO&UP, 1020m 1 038x0 Bogatyr (5) 58.5 ..................... B Murray (a2) 2 x3029 Retort (10) 58.5.......................T Jonker (a2) 3 24903 Bluey’s Chance 58.5 .................... Scratched 4 9x00x Titanium Jack (11) 58.5 5 32 Hombre (6) 57 ............................. C Johnson 6 03 Grand Express (8) 57............. K Cowan (a3) 7 7x5 Ready Now (9) 57 .................K Mudhoo (a1) 8 858x0 Snowbelle (1) 56.5 .................. G Jogoo (a1) 9 96222 Exemplar (2) 55............. K Chowdhoory (a3) 10 47x4 Car Pie 55 .................................... Scratched 11 7007 Arctic Lady (4) 55 12 7x0 Bellarosina (7) 55 .........................T Moseley 13 500x8 Skedaddle Skedoo (3) 58.5 Emergency: Skedaddle Skedoo

4 2.12pm FAHEY CONTRACTING $10,000, Rating 65

Benchmark*, 1020m 1 8x8x5 Vinsanity (9) 59.5 ................... B Murray (a2) 2 72041 Theonlyway (6) 58.5................T Jonker (a2) 3 02581 Nopele (7) 59 ......................... K Cowan (a3) 4 x536x Cinderella (5) 56.5 .................... D Hirini (a2) 5 016x4 Tuff Girl (1) 56 ............................. C Johnson 6 49165 Miss Maxipark m (2) 55.5K Chowdhoory (a3) 7 60x7x Mimimac (4) 54.5 ................. R Mudhoo (a3) 8 97085 Miroslava (10) 54 9 x8x08 Xpressmymind (8) 54 .................D Prastiyou 10 4x008 It’s Pandemonium (3) 54 .........Z Bholah (a3) 11 8x006 Abbey Kay 54 ............................... Scratched 5 2.47pm ARCHMORE CONTRACTORS $15,000, Rating 72 Benchmark, 2000m 1 68x40 Can You Hear Me (4) 59...............T Moseley 2 18602 Florence Ivy 58 ............................ Scratched 3 92075 Fishermans Blues (5) 58 4 00x10 The Tetian Titan d (1) 57 ........ B Murray (a2) 5 43961 Katiem Marie td (6) 58 ......... R Mudhoo (a3) 6 3x006 Bachata (7) 56 7 50067 Em Kay Pops m (3) 55.5 K Chowdhoory (a3) 8 36750 Lil Miss Swiss m (2) 54.5 6 3.22pm ELECTRONET MAIDEN $10,000, MDN, 2000m

1 223x7 Grand Rex (7) 58.5 2 05643 Morena Roc (3) 58.5 ...............Z Bholah (a3) 3 x6004 Bannock 58.5 ............................... Scratched 4 00x90 Freightman (2) 58.5.................T Jonker (a2) 5 x0763 Our Boy Baz (9) 58.5 ............. B Murray (a2) 6 255 Fantasy Flight b (6) 56.5 ........... D Hirini (a2) 7 030P3 Adventuress (5) 56.5 ............... G Jogoo (a1) 8 75802 Madam Makfi (10) 56.5 . K Chowdhoory (a3) 9 8x400 Winehouse (11) 56.5................... C Johnson 10 00 Art Of Gold (4) 56.5 .....................T Moseley 11 099x0 Tavistella (1) 56.5 ................. R Mudhoo (a3) 12 09842 Musee D’Orsay (8) 55 ...........K Mudhoo (a1) 7 4.02 REEFTON CRANE CONSTRUCTION REEFTON CUP $25,000, OPEN HANDICAP, 1400m 1 14640 Scapolo dm (6) 61..................... D Hirini (a2) 2 46321 He’s Gold d (1) 54.5 ...........G Saejorhor (a4) 3 54931 Tomm Jones d (7) 54 .............. G Jogoo (a1) 4 30841 Timy Tyler dm (2) 54 5 89121 Xcuses Xcuses d (5) 54 ..........T Jonker (a2) 6 75562 What’s Up Alf dm (3) 54 K Chowdhoory (a3) 7 47510 Smoke House Bay d (4) 54 ......... C Johnson 8 4.38pm VERNON & VAZEY TRUCK PARTS $10,000, Rating 65 Benchmark*, 1400m 1 90395 Bruegel db (2) 59.5 ................... D Hirini (a2) 2 44782 Zakynthos (4) 59 ........... K Chowdhoory (a3)

3 72038 Torre Del Greco d (12) 56.5 4 800x0 Moreira d (3) 56.5 .................. K Cowan (a3) 5 67x76 Prawn Star (5) 56.5 6 969x0 Red Tiara d (10) 56 ...............K Mudhoo (a1) 7 50036 Attimo (1) 55.5 ........................T Jonker (a2) 8 70x93 Starmaker (8) 55.5 .................. G Jogoo (a1) 9 8x894 Fascino Lass (13) 55....................T Moseley 10 36785 Boyslightup m (6) 54.5 ........... B Murray (a2) 11 50x62 Pinsharp (11) 54.5 ............... R Mudhoo (a3) 12 4x008 It’s Pandemonium d (7) 54 13 8x006 Abbey Kay (9) 54 Emergency: Abbey Kay Blinkers on: Aristotle (R1), Titanium Jack (R3), Mimimac, Xpressmymind (R4), Red Tiara (R8) Blinkers off: Skedaddle Skedoo (R1), Skedaddle Skedoo (R3), Attimo (R8) Winkers off: Aristotle (R1), Xpressmymind (R4) SELECTIONS

10 84687 Jelani 18.05.......................................D Edlin

1 33567 Opehu Express 18.03 ......................R Waite 2 53155 Clover Fantasy 17.98 ............... K Gommans 3 14741 Bigtime Jetty 17.55 ............................L Cole 4 81425 Token Vikkers 17.90 ........................... N Udy 5 35515 Opawa Bucks 17.87 .........................R Waite 6 66221 Culvie Den 17.80 ................................ L Bell 7 36128 Lightning Lu 17.83 S &..............C Blackburn 8 14238 Uno Eleven 17.75............................... N Udy Emergencies: 9 15751 Uno Again 17.71 ................................. L Bell 10 88128 Broken Wallet 17.82 ................. K Gommans

Race 1: Feel The Breeze, Billy Mav, Ride The Storm, Acre Race 2: Carson River, Smiling Assassin, Inanna, Flicka Of Gold Race 3: Hombre, Exemplar, Bogatyr, Grand Express Race 4: Miss Maxipark, Tuff Girl, Nopele, Vinsanity, Miroslava Race 5: Katiem Marie, Fishermans Blues, The Tetian Titan Race 6: Musee D’Orsay, Morena Roc, Grand Rex, Our Boy Baz Race 7: He’s Gold, Tomm Jones, Timy Tyler, Xcuses Xcuses Race 8: Starmaker, Zakynthos, Bruegel, Pinsharp, Attimo

Wanganui dogs Today at Hatrick Raceway

Wanganui Greyhound Racing Club Venue: Hatrick Race- 9 58747 Viking Ash 18.16 ................................ N Udy 9 27468 Smash Rock nwtd ......................... M Gowan way Meeting Date: 09 Jan 2019 NZ Meeting number: 9 10 86777 Queen Kong nwtd .....................J McInerney 10 56767 Ngakawau 17.82 .......................J McInerney Doubles: 1 and 2; 4 and 5 Trebles: 3, 4 and 5 2 3.15pm BOOK YOUR FUNCTION @ HATRICK HT6 3 3.39pm J P PRINT PETONE HT7 C1 C1q, 305m 1 2.57pm (NZT) FIRST SECURITY HT5 C1 C1q, 305m C1 C1q, 305m 1 36634 Watch Your Back 17.86 ......................W Kite 1 5667x Rising Hawke nwtd..........................C Morris 1 34861 Naharis 17.73....................................D Edlin 2 44728 Tynecastle Flyer 17.79 R & .................Voyce 2 52567 Pat Patterson 17.77 ..........................M Flipp 2 87537 Homebush Shea 17.91 ............ K Gommans 3 46166 Raining Sixes 18.32 ...................B Goldsack 3 24458 Jericho Warrior 17.91 .......................R Waite 3 42276 Little Tornado 18.16..........................R Waite 4 24756 Cawbourne Zayne nwtd J & ................D Bell 4 22564 Kinetic Shadow 17.84 ......................... L Bell 4 57868 Sozin’s Roar 17.95 ....................J McInerney 5 76563 I’ll Be Loyal nwtd .......................... T Downey 5 64673 Ndora 17.81 ......................................D Edlin 5 45458 Shadow Girl 17.75 ..........................C Morris 6 45567 Skitzer nwtd ............................. S Gommans 6 63786 Cawbourne Jeff 17.91 ........................J Hunt 6 64375 Jax Jewel nwtd .............................M Roberts 7 66848 Leger’s Magic 18.71 ..........................M Flipp 7 8x838 Niamh’s Way 17.81 ......................P Blanche 7 47781 Indy’s Boy 17.95 .................................W Kite 8 77675 Goldstar Sawyer nwtd ......................S Stone 8 68838 Kushka nwtd H &............................... Woods 8 88384 Shakti 17.89 ......................................M Flipp Emergencies: Emergencies: Emergencies: 9 75778 Homebush Demi 18.02 .............J McInerney

4 3.55pm LASER PLUMBING HT8 C1 C1q, 305m

1 36548 Flying Canary nwtd ...................J McInerney 2 5878x Mark Be Good 17.84 .......................C Morris 3 27187 Sedgebrook Pride 17.95 .....................F Kite 4 44664 Hashtag Blessed nwtd .................M Roberts 5 32755 Cawbourne Sandy 17.79 ......... S Gommans 6 65624 Barbarossa Boy 17.93................B Goldsack 7 46831 Eye Kno 17.87 H & ........................... Woods 8 27676 Tammy’s Fire 17.91 ...........................M Flipp 9 34687 Conquest Girl 17.54 ..........................M Flipp 10 76786 Cawbourne Owen 17.80 .......... K Gommans 5 4.12pm MAX REFRIGERATION C2 C2, 305m

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

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Wednesday, January 9, 2019

■ TENNIS

Ashburton Guardian 19

In brief

Shock win for Statham By Michael Burgess Kiwi Rubin Statham has caused the biggest upset in years at the ASB Classic, taking down world No 25 Hyeon Chung in straight sets yesterday. It was an unbelievable display – and a quite incredible result. Statham came back from 1-5 down in the first set to win 7-5 6-3 in 92 minutes. It was the ultimate boilover, as Statham, ranked almost 350 places below his opponent, produced the performance of his life. At times it was almost impossible to comprehend; on one side of the net a player who had been battling away on the Challenger circuit for most of last year, against the man who made a run to the Australian Open semi-finals last year. And remember Chung had beaten Novak Djokovic in Melbourne, as well as world No 4 Alexander Zverev. Statham is only the second Kiwi male this decade to reach the second round in Auckland. It was surely the biggest result for New Zealand tennis since Marina Erakovic, then ranked world No 153, beat second seed

Kiwi Rubin Statham caused the upset of the tournament. and world No 23 Vera Zvonareva in the semifinals of the 2008 WTA event in Auckland. To illustrate the significance of his victory, it was only Statham’s second career win in an ATP main draw, with the other his defeat of compatriot Dan King-Turner in the first round here in 2010. The 31-year-old Statham held his nerve at 5-3 in the second set,

RESULTS

serving out the match to the joy of a rapturous crowd. The players balcony was also packed, as players and ATP rushed out to seeing the closing stages of the match, sensing an historic occasion. In hot afternoon conditions in Auckland, Statham had made a nervous start. It wasn’t a surprise, as he was

playing in front of a packed centre court in Auckland for the first time in years and also trying to adjust to the levels of Chung. He was broken twice and soon found himself down 1-5, and the set looked all but gone. But he recovered to hold serve, then broke the Korean to give him some hope. A strong hold followed, and suddenly Statham was in the ascendancy. At 4-5 down there was a brief break in play, as Statham, in the process of diving for a forehand volley, which was successful, jammed his right hand under the racquet and his entire body weight forced it against the ground. After being taped up, Statham returned to action and broke Chung again, to force two set points. He converted the second, as the crowd began to sense they were witnessing something special. The second set was a tense affair, but the Kiwi always looked more confident on serve. A break put him up 5-2, and though Chung held to force Statham to serve out, the 31-yearold held his nerve. - NZME

DRAWS

■ Golf Ashburton Golf Club Saturday January 5 Radius Care player of the day, Matt Tait 82, 15, 67 for 41 points other good scores Hamish Niles, Neil Macdonald and Murray Moorehead all 40 points, Charlie Alexander 39 points. Nearest the pins, South Island seeds, Sharon Bradford, Braided Rivers, Nick Ralston, Rothbury Ins. Ken Clucas, Allenton Meat Centre, Richard McKernan. Charming Thai longest putt Murray Moorehead

Ashburton County Veterans Golf Results from 7th January at Rakaia 1st K Sisson, D Horrell and P Walker 67.8 2nd MN McFarlane, P McKay, R Carson and B Bluett 70.5 3rd B Goodrich, T Inwood and R Suttie 71.6

4th G Sparrow, N Andrews and L Hunter 73.8 Next game 21st March at Methven Weight for Age.

■ Football FA Cup 3rd round Wolves 2 (Jimenez 38, Neves 56) Liverpool 1 (Origi 51), Newport County 2 (Matt 10, Amond 85 pen) Leicester City 1 (Ghezzal 82), Fulham 1 (Odoi 52) Oldham Athletic 2 (Surridge 76 pen, Lang 88), Manchester City 7 (Sterling 12, Foden 43, Ajayi 45+1 og, Jesus 52, Mahrez 73, Otamendi 78, Sane 85) Rotherham United 0, Millwall 2 (Ferguson 82, 85) Hull City 1 (Toral 52), Preston North End 1 (Hughes 56) Doncaster Rovers 3 (Marquis 5, Anderson 72, Wilks 87), QPR 2 (Oteh 23 pen, Bidwell 75) Leeds United 1 (Halme 25), Sheffield Utd 0 Barnet 1 (Coulthirst 21 pen), Woking 0 Watford 2 (Hughes 13, Deeney 74)

■ Bowls Sub Centre over 60s draw Teams for the over 60s to be held on Monday January 14 at the Ashburton green starting at 12 30pm. Mufti. B Mayson, M Palmer, P Clarke, W Jesson; E Maw, M Foster, L Mills, H Kemp; T Inwood, F Sandys, M Richardson, J Mills; B Clarke, G Brooker, K Muir, W Watts; D Hickman, B Redmond, D Prendergast, A Johnston; T Johnson, J Foster, D Lysart, R Prendergast; G Taylor, D Callaghan, A Gibbs, C Cleghorn; A Hill, M Lloyd, B Watson, A Gibson; M Anderson, A Holmes, S Harrison, J Harris; G Baker, B Molloy, R Diamond, D Thomas; N Atkinson, H Goodall, L Currie, B Smith; M Middleton, J Argyle, M Watson, M Campbell; D Muir, C Tubb, I Moore, W Herriott,; I Kaye, M Wilkins, R Johnston, D Wallace. Reserves J Rush, E Meacleam. Convenor Wendy Blackwell 302-8834.

■ Golf

Ashburton Golf Club Saturday 12 January Mixed day Summer Stableford Rd 6 Property Brokers Shoot out qualifying Morning tee off 8am. Afternoon report at 12 noon for 12:30 start. 9 Holers report 1pm for 1:30 start

■ Football FA Cup draw Swansea v Gillingham, AFC Wimbledon West Ham, Shrewsbury or Stoke v Wolverhampton Wanderers, Millwall v Everton, Brighton v West Bromwich Albion, Bristol City v Bolton, Accrington Stanley v Derby or Southampton, Doncaster v Oldham, Chelsea v Sheffield Wednesday or Luton, Newcastle or Blackburn v Watford, Middlesbrough v Newport County, Manchester City v Burnley, Barnet v Brentford, Portsmouth v Queens Park Rangers, Arsenal v Manchester United, Crystal Palace v Tottenham

Slate staying home One of Southland’s hottest prospects isn’t going anywhere for now. Slate, an unraced four-yearold by Changeover, will soon be seen at the races for his Winton breeder, owner and trainer, Des Baynes. “There has been a fair bit of interest in him from Australia,” said Baynes. “But I’ve decided I’m not going to sell him at this stage; he’s quite a good horse in the making.” Slate set tongues wagging with an impressive qualifying effort at Wyndham on November 21, attacking the line to win by six lengths in a time better than six seconds under the qualifying standard. - HRNZ

Hiflyer in final hit-out Group One performer Hiflyer pleased trainer Peter Lock with his trial performance at Cambridge yesterday ahead of his next assignment, the Gr.1 Berkett Telegraph at Trentham on January 19. The six-yearold son of Tavistock finished third in his 900m heat behind Pop Star Princess and Cyber Attack and Lock said his charge did enough to show that he is spot-on ahead of the Telegraph. “I was more than happy with him. It was only 900m, but he settled lovely and Shaun McKay (jockey) said he felt like he had two or three more gears if he really wanted them,” Lock said. - NZME

Back on the Road Quality galloper Charles Road looks set for another exciting campaign after pleasing his connections with his 1200m trial at Cambridge yesterday. The Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew Scott-trained runner did everything asked of him by jockey Taiki Yanagida, sitting off the pace throughout and eased to the line comfortably in his first hit-out. “We’re really pleased with him, he came back with a good bit of energy,” Scott said. - NZME

Jungle Edge late entry Popular Victorian sprinter Jungle Edge has been added to the Summer Sprint at Randwick and is likely to become an even more regular visitor to Sydney. Jungle Edge’s affinity for soft and heavy tracks means his opportunities are limited in his home state. With thunderstorms predicted up to Saturday’s meeting, trainer Mick Bell has decided Jungle Edge can begin his next campaign a little earlier than planned. - AAP

Wanganui dogs Today at Hatrick Raceway

Wanganui Greyhound Racing Club Venue: Hatrick Race- 3 12.37pm AON CPF FINAL C0 C0f, 305m way Meeting Date: 09 Jan 2019 NZ Meeting number: 3 1 77512 Cassia 18.03 ............................ S Gommans Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8; 9 and 10 2 2 Dino The Fox nwtd .......................M Roberts Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 4, 5 and 6; 8, 9 and 10 3 46222 Sefton Brew nwtd ............................... N Udy 1 12.02pm ABSOLUTELY ELECTRICAL C0 C0, 305m 4 581 Bigtime Marley 17.86 .........................L Cole 5 873 Just Like Harry nwtd .......................... N Udy 1 Hurricane Ayla nwtd ...................... D Donlon 6 22472 Sedgebrook Saint nwtd .......................F Kite 2 Choice Sister nwtd ..........................C Morris 7 1 Bigtime Charlote 17.87 ......................L Cole 3 52827 Final Straw nwtd................................. N Udy 8 84343 Sahara Dream nwtd ..........................M Flipp 4 5 Fifi nwtd.......................................J McArthur 9 43873 Arm Turner nwtd........................J McInerney 5 467 Bigtime Alfie nwtd ..............................L Cole 6 65634 Slick As Jewels nwtd ............. L E Dunkerton 10 884 Sacha Allen nwtd .........................M Roberts 7 43873 Arm Turner nwtd........................J McInerney 4 12.55pm HATRICK STAKES C1 C1, 520m 8 66 Leslie Albert nwtd ......................B Goldsack 1 16755 Jay Mike 30.43 ................................... N Udy 9 77845 Ostapenko nwtd ................................. N Udy 2 23342 Flying Huey 30.75 .................... K Gommans 10 87 Clansman Douglas nwtd ............B Goldsack 3 188 Flash Barry 30.85........................B Hodgson 2 12.20pm WHANGANUI CHRONICLE C0 C0, 520m 4 27255 Dyna Boomer nwtd K &.....................Phillips 5 23843 Lucky Mick nwtd ................................. N Udy 1 3531 Thrilling Trev nwtd ........................... K Walsh 6 35525 Opawa Henry nwtd J & .......................D Bell 2 68532 Grunty Mama nwtd S & .............C Blackburn 7 11514 Thrilling Amigo nwtd........................ K Walsh 3 236 Thrilling Haze nwtd ......................... K Walsh 8 46187 Bionic Boy nwtd............................M Goodier 4 24724 Zara Jinx nwtd.................................... N Udy 9 77657 Opawa Mine 30.42 ............................. N Udy 5 32245 Race Me Home nwtd ..................B Hodgson 6 4423 Bigtime Baxter nwtd ...........................L Cole 10 15868 True Testament 30.90..................B Hodgson 7 45 Mister Booze nwtd ......................J McArthur 5 1.12pm WANGANUI TOYOTA C0 C0, 305m 8 52552 Sahara Pippa nwtd............................M Flipp 1 52535 Yee Coo Coo nwtd ....................J McInerney 9 87527 Stormin’ Home nwtd S & ...........C Blackburn 2 Red Wizard nwtd .........................J McArthur 10 28367 Rockoneva nwtd ..........................B Hodgson 3 66446 Hopcorn nwtd ..................................... N Udy

4 727 Blue Whizz nwtd.........................B Goldsack 5 857x8 Liberty Blue nwtd .............................R Waite 6 88436 Way Anchor nwtd .......................B Goldsack 7 884 Sacha Allen nwtd .........................M Roberts 8 Trudy Remarkable nwtd ..................C Morris Emergencies: 9 x5866 Jamboree nwtd ...............................C Morris 10 88787 Cawbourne Skid nwtd .............. K Gommans 6 1.30pm ADEPT ACCOUNTANTS C1 C1, 520m 1 52365 Take Action 30.84.........................M Goodier 2 84444 Magma nwtd ...................................L Doody 3 56782 Thrilling Stan 30.40 ...........................D Edlin 4 123 Bigtime Willow 31.02 ..........................L Cole 5 64536 Mainline Lil 31.21 ........................B Hodgson 6 36565 He’s A Sharkie nwtd ................. K Gommans 7 55144 Opawa Tai 30.66 ................................ N Udy 8 63465 Go Show 31.45 .................................. N Udy 9 77657 Opawa Mine 30.42 ............................. N Udy 10 28682 Daring Affair nwtd ............................S Stone 7 1.47pm LIQUORLAND WANGANUI HT1 C1q, 305m 1 32456 Miss Wiggle 18.39 K & ......................Phillips 2 43434 Cool Wolf 17.86............................. D Donlon 3 45487 Dream On Dreamer 17.91 ..............M Olden 4 62243 Outa Sims 17.95 ................................ N Udy 5 1838F Idol Jan 17.81 ...................................M Flipp 6 71134 Lady Jellybean nwtd ....................M Goodier

7 F1123 Bigtime Bee 17.79..............................L Cole 8 43724 Homebush Rieko nwtd ..............J McInerney Emergencies: 9 37838 Captain Kate 18.28 .........................C Morris 10 36857 Sozin’s Angel nwtd ....................J McInerney 8 2.05pm PALAMOUNTAINS SCIENTIFIC NUTRITION HT2 C1 C1q, 305m 1 46542 Empty Pocket 18.28 ........................... N Udy 2 55464 Arthur’s Crown 18.17 .......................R Waite 3 55776 Cawbourne Rob 18.02 ............. K Gommans 4 42418 Sly John 18.16 J & ..............................D Bell 5 83445 Homebush Kazzy 17.85 ............J McInerney 6 615FF Collect A Dream 17.91 ......................M Flipp 7 28627 Bigtime Lovie 17.83 ...........................L Cole 8 31824 Light Cruiser 18.07........................G Atwood 9 86668 Leo’s Son nwtd..........................J McInerney 10 37885 Idol Little Girl nwtd ............................M Flipp 9 2.24pm THE ROCK 95.2FM HT3 C1 C1q, 305m 1 27461 Jay Wendy 18.04................................ N Udy 2 64775 Homebush Clint nwtd ............... K Gommans 3 76527 Hurricane Al 17.85 ..........................C Morris 4 13746 Kaytee Gibbs 17.79...........................M Flipp 5 77113 Shamrock Green 17.88 ..............B Goldsack 6 38457 Gotcha Penny nwtd ...................J McInerney 7 27484 Bigtime Molly 17.86............................L Cole 8 15352 Blitzem Gem 18.03 .................. S Gommans

9 57676 Manly Monkey 17.80 J & .....................D Bell 10 42388 Smash Fire 18.13..............................M Flipp 10 2.40pm HATRICK DASH HT4 C1 C1q, 305m 1 8x768 Roketto 17.83....................................D Edlin 2 75776 Ciara 17.87 ..........................................I Cox 3 77653 Prettiest Eyes 18.08 ........................M Olden 4 6Px85 Go Slick nwtd ..................................... N Udy 5 66656 Homebush Flutey 18.00 ............J McInerney 6 64354 Subway Kay 18.28 .....................B Goldsack 7 66364 Cawbourne Symsy nwtd J & ...............D Bell 8 78247 Scoobasi nwtd...................................M Flipp 9 84887 Cawbourne Nath 17.74 ............ K Gommans 10 65788 Auros Advantage nwtd ................... T Pilcher SELECTIONS

Race 1: Fifi, Bigtime Alfie, Arm Turner, Slick As Jewels Race 2: Thrilling Trev, Thrilling Haze, Sahara Pippa, Zara Jinx Race 3: Bigtime Marley, Sefton Brew, Dino The Fox, Cassia Race 4: Thrilling Amigo, Jay Mike, Flash Barry, Flying Huey Race 5: Yee Coo Coo, Red Wizard, Hopcorn, Blue Whizz Race 6: Bigtime Willow, Thrilling Stan, Magma, Opawa Tai Race 7: Bigtime Bee, Cool Wolf, Idol Jan, Miss Wiggle Race 8: Bigtime Lovie, Sly John, Light Cruiser, Homebush Kazzy Race 9: Shamrock Green, Kaytee Gibbs, Hurricane Al Race 10: Cawbourne Symsy, Cawbourne Nath, Prettiest Eyes LEGEND: fsdt - First Start Here nwd - No Win this Distance fstd - First Start This Distance 31 13 - Best Winning Time This Track

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SITUATIONS VACANT

Teaching Principal Our school is seeking a passionate, forward thinking and dynamic leader to commence Term Two, 2019.

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT – PART-TIME Broaden your accounting career and extend yourself in the fast-paced media industry. • Flexible role, 20-30 hours per week • Fantastic opportunity to gain varied accounting experience • Support business decision making As a valued member of the Management Team and working alongside the General Manager, you will play an integral role providing information on business performance along with analysis of financial data for decision making in the company. There is potential to project manage the company transition to a cloudbased accounting package in 2019. You will also head up the Admin team ensuring support and accuracy of routine departmental accounting and admin tasks. This role is key to ensure regular Management and Admin functions run smoothly and so you’ll be asked to roll your sleeves up and take on a variety of tasks. Key responsibilities of the role include: • Weekly forecasting of revenue, profit/loss and cashflow • Preparation of month end financial summary including commentary • Variance analysis, investigation and reporting • Preparation of annual budget • Calculation of provisional tax payments • Preparation of trial balance for year end accounts • Assisting in identification on areas for improvement Your accounting career will include: • 2+ years relevant work experience ideally with month end reporting and budgeting • quick learner able to easily understand the mechanics of business • Confident user of Accounting software and Microsoft Office including solid Excel skills • Previous experience with implementation of cloud software would be an advantage • Be adaptable, self-managing and efficient • strong analytical and logical problem solving skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities, especially during busy times • Strong attention to detail • Motivated personality • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Preferably you will have a relevant qualification, however, consideration will be given to candidates with relevant experience, who can demonstrate themselves to be a fit for this role. To apply, please email your CV, cover letter and relevant work references to: Kirstin.c@theguardian.co.nz Please note only New Zealand residents will be considered for this role.

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Find out how you can help by visiting: www.otago.ac.nz/chchheart A University of Otago Centre of Research Excellence

PAINTER available: Quotes, new houses, older houses, anything needing painting. Contact Sam on 022 542 8927. SUN CONTROL WINDOW TINTING - Vehicles-homesofﬁces. Phone Craig Rogers 307 6347 - 027 258 0884 or 0800 TINTER. Member of Master Tinters NZ.

TWICE daily weekday commuter shuttle to Christchurch resumes Monday, January 7. Text or email in advance to ensure pick-up. Service will only operate if there are prior bookings. On Thursday, January 10, the off-peak runs will not operate due to vehicle maintenance. Text or call 021 0838 5112 or visit www.midcanterbury shuttleservice.co.nz

HEAVY FABRICATOR/ ENGINEER We are looking for an Experienced Engineer to help with Manufacturing Truck bodies, trailer chassis and stainless steel fertiliser spreaders. Please apply with cover letter and CV to: Engineering Repairs (2012) Ltd 14 Watson Street, Ashburton engrep@xtra.co.nz or phone 03 308 1506

For an application package please contact: Shane Cochrane, Board of Trustees Chairperson shanecochrane254@gmail.com Applications close Friday, February 1, 2019.

ASHBURTON COLLEGE ‘Individual Excellence in a Supportive Learning Environment’

Learning Support Assistant – Student Learning Support Unit Support (both educational and personal cares) of students with high to very high learning and physical needs. This is a fixed-term, term-time only position for commencement 31 January 2019. Hours: 20 hours per week, to be confirmed with successful applicant. Employment is under the Support Staff in School’s Collective Agreement, Grade B. Initial payment step commensurate with experience. Applications close noon, Friday 18 January 2019. Information package enquiries and applications please contact:

Jodee Ross, Principal’s Secretary Phone (03) 308 4193 ext 809 Email: rj@ashcoll.school.nz Ashburton College, PO Box 204, Ashburton 7740

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Our new leader will: • Be able to balance the role of teacher and manager • Be an excellent communicator and build excellent relationships with key stakeholders • Live our school values and embrace our vision • Be a positive role model for our students • Have skills and recent successful experience in the key areas of school management • Foster the rural and family-orientated nature of our school • Be innovative, energetic and committed

PLANTS, PRODUCE

LIVESTOCK, PETS

LAST week. New potatoes. BUYER of unwanted animals. Closed from Friday, January Cattle, bobby calves, horse 11. Bennett, 22 Melrose Road. and all farm animals. We also sell pet food. Call Nick’s Pet Food 0272 101 SITUATIONS WANTED 621, A/H 03 348 9439. WANTED, general farm work including tractor work, general POULTRY Boys. Pullets farm maintenance, fencing, for sale, ready now. Phone etc. Good with machinery. Justin 027 785 7533 or 307 Has heavy truck and trailer 8583, Gavin 027 662 2107. license. Also experienced painter/decorator. Phone 027 294 4222. MOTORING WHEEL alignments at great prices. Maximise the Guardian life of your tyres with an Situations Vacant alignment from Neumanns 307 7900 Tyre Services Ltd, 197 Wills Street. Phone 308 6737.

Farm Assistant ACCOMMODATION, Required to help run a RENTAL 200 ha dairy farm in Ashburton. The farm is very well set-up with a 50 bale rotary shed. We require someone with experience, someone, who has the drive and desire and ability to progress. Applicants must have at least two years’ experience on a NZ dairy farm. Must hold a full clean drivers licences and must be a NZ resident and able to pass police and drug checks. Single man’s accommodation available. Please send CV to: n.l.stewart@ farmside.co.nz

GARDENING

MUSHROOM Compost at Westside Hire, 171 Alford Forest Road. $22 per scoop. Call now on 308 0006, Premix and chip too. Pickup and delivery options, You can even hire a trailer!

HEALTH & BEAUTY

8.30am ASHBURTON STROLLERS CLUB. Peel Forest, all welcome, phone Jenny 308-6862. Meet Ashburton Court House, Baring Square West.

THURSDAY 10am MT HUTT MEMORIAL HALL. NZ Alpine and Agriculture Encounter, Art Gallery and hall of memories. 160 Main Street, Methven.

WANTED to rent - country home preferably within 30 minutes of Ashburton. Three/four bedrooms plus shedding. Professional family would prefer long term from Jan/Feb 2019. Phone 303 9818 or 027 574 3710.

ADULT ENTERTAINMENT

ASHLEY - Attractive, busty, sweet for fun and action. No texting. Phone 021 0275 9055. ASHLEY - Attractive, busty, sweet for fun and action. No texting. Phone 021 0275 9055. GEANA and Amma. Two beautiful Asian ladies, professional Chinese massage, excellent service Two ladies special, $200 per 1/2 hour. In/out calls. Phone 021 046 3414.

FOR SALE

CONTAINERS for sale or hire, ex shipping: general and insulated. Sidelifter available for delivery. Wilson Bulk Transport. Phone 308 7772.

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE sale. Old tools, SHELLY, health massage. household items. 8.30am Open 9am 9pm. start Saturday, January Chinese lady, Ashburton. 12. 72 McMurdo Street. Phone 022 684 1692.

Daily Events WEDNESDAY

HOUSE for rent. Three bedroom with single garage. Central location. Sunny. Warm. No dogs. References required. Phone 027 6719 819.

Jan 9 & 10, 2019 10am MT HUTT MEMORIAL HALL. NZ Alpine and Agriculture Encounter, Art Gallery and hall of memo-ries. 160 Main Street, Methven. 10am ST STEPHEN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH.

Holy Communion, Park Street. 10am - 4pm TROTTS GARDEN. Internationally recognised, open daily, weekends by arrangement, en-try fee applies. info@trotts. co.nz or phone 027-640-4094. Racecourse Road.

10am - 4pm TROTTS GARDEN. Internationally recognised, open daily, weekends by arrangement, entry fee applies. info@trotts. co.nz or phone 027-640-4094. Racecourse Road.

1pm - 3pm ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM. A great selection of may aircraft from past to the future. Ashburton airport, Seafield Road.

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Cryptic crossword

Wednesday, January 9, 2019

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Your Stars

ACROSS 7. Thoughtful native almost makes complete turn (13) 8. So full of romantic feeling, it drove one mad (11) 12. When it comes to the critical moment, chew on it hard (6) 14. Small bird let age worry it (6) 16. Main Street provides the morning service (6) 18. King George once tangled with an eel (6) 19. It’s a professional calling, but it causes anger (11) 23. It goes all the way round the boundary line (13) DOWN 1. Plant this trooper took as a freebooter (4) 2. In a tabloid, the first teenager to prove a knockout (4) 3. One politician, to his confusion, will be mischievous (6) 4. Make one pay through the nose for a woolly coat (6) 5. To appear in the street, bounce (4) 6. Of a grandparent from Virginia in Alabama (4) 9. Line crossed north-to-south (7) 10. It is played briskly by everybody: ergo, it changes (7) 11. Leading player seen in the Sky at Night (4) 12. It may have honey in it to search for (4) 13. Is able to give one a drinking-mug (3) 15. Has a shot at an indication of past time (3) 17. Bad as the weather is, my sort rides it out (6) 18. Church makes plea for another place to pray (6) 19. Friend holds one bucket (4) 20. Pained expression you chance to include (4) 21. One thing on the list one encountered as it came up (4) 22. Part of the bottle or nothing, if risking all (4)

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ACROSS 6. Quantity (6) 7. Do without (6) 10. Foretell (7) 11. Banal (5) 12. Departed (4) 13. Legitimate (5) 16. Done too quickly (5) 17. Deep cut (4) 20. Punctuation mark (5) 21. Law (7) 22. Submits (6) 23. Downpour (6)

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ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19): When you want to know, ask. Many are afraid to admit what they don’t know. They’d rather continue to be ignorant than risk appearing foolish. To be a good teacher, provide more information than asked for. TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20): There are those who endorse products and services in exchange for financial gain. You make recommendations for more integral reasons – to help others and to promote the good things in life. GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21): It will feel like you are doing almost nothing, though you’re getting plenty accomplished. It’s as though some other force is doing the work through you. This is the freedom of letting go. CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 22): If you treat people as though they are great, they will be. This has sometimes worked for you, but not always. You’ve also been burned by giving others the benefit of the doubt, which is why you’re a bit cautious today. LEO (Jul 23-Aug 22): This thing you’re trying to do isn’t that easy. If it were, you’d have done it ages ago. Take a step back and ask, “How can I cater to myself better?” Be selfish, or it’s not going to work. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22): Your role will go far beyond your job description. It’s more like you’re playing the composite of many roles: coach, parent, psychologist, partner, cheerleader and more. LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 23): Sophisticated sensibility is often just outside the boundary of what’s expected and appropriate, while within the boundary of the law. In other words, “Epater la bourgeoisie.” SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 21): For the integrity of your work you’ll be recognised, maybe not with praise or awards but with lives touched by your goodness rippling out in unexpected ways. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): Every breathing soul gets technically older with each tick of the clock. Meanwhile, your state of mind gets younger with every new thing you learn. CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): While budgeting may strike you as boring, a loose financial plan will serve you well. And no matter how much you know about money, it behoves you to check out what other savvy folks are doing. AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): You can think what you like and you can say what you think, though you’d be wise to use careful judgement on the matter of when, where and how you do it. PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): When someone says, “Don’t even get me started,” it usually means, “Do ask! I’m dying to talk about it.” But you knew that already. This kind of social intelligence is why you have so many friends.

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DEATHS

DEATHS SCOON, Noreen Mary –

BRIGGS, Helen Margaret Mary (nee Lysaght) – On January 6, 2019. Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Aged 61 years. With typical Helen determination she gave her all to the end. Dearly loved daughter of the late Nellie and Andy Lysaght. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of the late Dorothy Mary, Gerard and Marie, the late Stephen, Ann and Rex Fleming, Daniel and Heather, Matthew and Linda, Paul and Jo, Andrew and Jane, Angela and the late Dave Dixon, Veronica and Nigel. A much loved aunty to all her nieces and nephews and a very special friend of Robyn Hulme. Now reunited with her loved ones in heaven.

Please note all late death notices or notices sent outside ordinary office hours must be emailed to: deathnotices@theguardian.co.nz

to ensure publication. To place a notice during office hours please contact us on 03 307 7900 for more information. Any queries please contact 0800 ASHBURTON (0800-274-287)

On January 8, 2019. Passed away at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. Aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Noel. Much loved mother and mother-inlaw of Christine and Bob Munro and Lynda and Frank Connolly. Loved Nana of Matthew, Philip, and Paul, and a loved Nana of all her great grandchildren. Messages to the Scoon family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Noreen will be held at All Saints Anglican Church, Chapman Street, Methven on FRIDAY, January 11, commencing at 11.00am. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

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NZ Situation

Wind km/h less than 30 fine

30 to 59 fog

isolated snow thunder flurries

sleet thunder

rain

snow

hail

Wednesday, 9 January 2019

A ridge of high pressure over New Zealand retreats to the northeast today. Northwesterlies strengthen across the country as a front approaches from the Tasman Sea. The front is expected to cross the South Island tomorrow then weaken as it moves over the North Island on Friday and Saturday.

mainly isolated cloudy drizzle drizzle few showers fine showers clearing showers

60 plus

Canterbury Plains

Canterbury High Country

TODAY

NZ Today

overnight max low

Auckland

fine

Hamilton

fine

Napier

fine

Fine apart from variable high cloud. Northwesterlies, with a southerly change spreading north from morning then dying out.

Fine but variable high cloud. Becoming overcast in the evening, with rain about the divide. Wind at 1000m: NW 40 km/h developing morning, rising to gale 65 km/h in the afternoon. Wind at 2000m: NW 40 km/h, rising to gale 70 km/h in the morning, then further rising to severe gale 100 km/h towards evening.

FRIDAY

TOMORROW

Fine, apart from morning and evening cloud. Northeasterlies strengthening before turning northwest from late afternoon.

SUNDAY Mainly fine, evening cloud. Light winds.

World Weather

Adelaide Amsterdam Bangkok Berlin Brisbane Cairns Cairo Calcutta Canberra Colombo Darwin Delhi Dubai Dublin Edinburgh

fine fine rain drizzle showers showers cloudy fine thunder fine fine fog fine cloudy fine

FZL: Above 3000m

Rain about the divide, possibly heavy, with scattered falls spreading further east, easing in the evening. Wind at 1000m: NW gale 70 km/h N of Arthur’s Pass, and 45 km/h further S. Wind at 2000m: NW severe gale 120 km/h easing to gale 80 km/h in the morning.

SATURDAY

Frankfurt Geneva Hobart Hong Kong Honolulu Islamabad Jakarta Johannesburg Kuala Lumpur London Los Angeles Madrid Melbourne Moscow Nadi

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snow snow fine drizzle fine fine rain thunder rain fine fine fine showers cloudy thunder

5 3 3 0 19 11 19 17 28 18 19 2 32 24 27 17 34 25 6 4 19 11 12 1 20 16 -10 -12 32 24

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fine showers fine rain cloudy showers fine thunder cloudy thunder drizzle rain fine cloudy snow

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Thursday 9 noon 3

9 pm am 3

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9 noon 3

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12:47 7:01

1:13 7:17 1:29 7:42 1:56 8:03 2:12 8:26 2:40 8:50 The times shown are for the Ashburton River mouth. For the Rangitata river mouth subtract 16 minutes and for the Rakaia river mouth subtract 4 minutes.

Rise 6:01 am Set 9:18 pm

Good

Wellington

fine

Nelson

fine

Blenheim

fine

Greymouth

fine

Christchurch

fine

Timaru

fine

Queenstown

cloudy

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BRIGGS, Helen Margaret Mary (nee Lysaght) – On January 6, 2019. Passed away peacefully in Christchurch. Aged 61 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Kevin. Much loved mother of Jacqui and Barry King (Perth), and Grant and Kirsty Briggs (Perth). Special Nana Helen to Logan, Rhys, and Oliver; Holly, and Cooper.A special thank you tothe staff and medical professionals of Ward 25, Christchurch Hospital, especially Dr Lutz Beckert and his team. Messages to the Briggs family, c/- PO Box 227, Ashburton 7740. Donations to the Ashburton SPCA would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. A Funeral Mass to celebrate Helen’s life will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on THURSDAY, January 10, commencing at 10.30am. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

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Lining up a shot during the Ashburton District Riﬂe Club’s Sunday shoot at the weekend is Peter Carter.

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Since the Ashburton District Rifle Club’s home range – affectionately known as The Butts – underwent a massive makeover, it has become an increasingly popular place to be. A rebuild of the range, which was completed almost two years ago now, meant it is now a top range and the club has welcomed many new members who are making the most of it, club secretary/ treasurer Coby Snowden said. She said many of the new members had originally just gone along to sight in rifles but have stayed on and joined in the club’s weekly shoots on a Sunday. “Although our sport is target

shooting with .308 rifles, we welcome anyone with a rifle wanting to have a go at target shooting, and we have a handful of hunters turn up most Sundays to shoot alongside us. “Most members of the Malvern club – whose range is near Coalgate – also shoot here. “Their club shoot Saturdays so their wives have real quiet weekends during the summer,” Snowden joked. The new-look range has electronic targets which meant it is easy to set up and there is now no need for manual markers. “It is the only range in New Zealand to have the no-danger classification, which does mean we have very strict range rules and

a qualified range officer must be present at all shoots,” Snowden said. The rebuild was a two-year project completed in April 2017, at a cost of more than $120,000, and Snowden said the club had received help from many corners of the community. The Lion Foundation donated around $50,000 and the Community Trust of Mid and South Canterbury donated about $10,000, while local businesses like Bradfords and Greg Donaldson Contracting had given huge amounts of free labour, as did other local businesses. They have created a new-look range that is now well utilised by members, who range in age from

18-year-old Megan Snowden, up to 82-year-old John Fleming. The club meets for a weekly shoot every Sunday afternoon, and the most recent on Sunday was at 700 yards. Although a misty drizzle and shifty breeze made their job a little more challenging, some shooters still managed good scores. Ashburton’s most well-known fullbore rifle shooter in recent years is John Snowden. He won gold at the Delhi Commonwealth Games back in 2010, and last year won his second Ballinger Belt – the oldest sporting trophy competed for in New Zealand, dating back to 1873. It is a title he will shortly be defending.

Snowden is just one of the club’s members who are gearing up for a very big month ahead, which includes both the nationals and the world championships, which are being held in New Zealand this year. Ashburton club members shooting at the national Ballinger Belt series in the target rifle class are John Snowden, Coby Snowden, Megan Snowden, John Miller, Darian Miller, John Fleming and associate member of the club Daniel Alexander, while Brian Graystone, Mike Chui and Murray Cook will compete in the free rifle class. The New Zealand championships start on January 25, with the worlds to follow.

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