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Mid Canterbury people with brain injuries are slipping through the cracks, left without support due to the lack of specialist services in the district.

Christchurch-based Brain Injury NZ liaison officer Sue Kelly said most Mid Canterbury people would need to go to another centre to access assistance.

Ms Kelly is allocated just 32 hours a week to cover the entire Canterbury region and the West Coast.

“Some areas are not particularly well covered and Ashburton seems to be one of them, along with pockets on the West Coast,” she said.

The needs of people affected by brain injuries can sometimes be addressed via mental health services, if they also present with depression, and stroke victims

can access support through the Stroke Foundation, but others can be left high and dry, Ms Kelly said.

Earlier this week a district court judge dismissed serious charges laid against a young Ashburton man after psychiatric reports found him unfit to stand trial.

Over a period of six months it was ascertained he did not meet the criteria to get support from intellectual disability or mental health services, and he was released back into the community.

At the time Judge Jane Farish encouraged his family to look to ACC for assistance.

ACC is the agency responsible for supporting those people whose predicament was caused by an injury, rather than an illness or medical condition, however it was not always easy to access, Presbyterian Support Mid Canterbury branch

manager Jackie Girvan said.

Those affected by brain injury frequently had difficulty processing information and the Privacy Act could prevent others from acting on their behalf.

She agreed there was a dearth of appropriate services in the district.

“If people come in here we try to put them in touch with agencies in Christchurch, but there’s nothing specific in Ashburton,” Mrs Girvan said.

“We do our best to work with them, but sometimes there’s nowhere for us to go.

“I feel these people need an advocate to act as a navigator to work alongside them to help them access services and get the appropriate support.”

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Actor Samuel L. Jackson is starring in a crowdfunding campaign video for the Pennsylvania company that makes the Kangol hats he’s known for wearing. In the video, the famously foul-mouthed actor wears a T-shirt that says, “Motherfunder”.

Lancaster County-based Bollman Hat Co. wants to raise $100,000 to go toward moving production of its popular hats from China to its Adamstown headquarters.

The move could cost at least $1 million. The company received $160,000 in state grants and tax credits in August. It has already spent $350,000 of its own money. Jackson is one of several celebrities, including Madonna and Brad Pitt, who wear the company’s Kangol wool cap called the 504.

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Raunchy Schumer Amy Schumer got raunchy with Barbara Walters after the legendary broadcaster named her one of the 10 Most Fascinating People of 2015. Each year Walters lists the 10 prominent people that have shone most for her, with the names hailing from the entertainment, sports and political fields. This year Schumer was joined by the likes of Tracy Morgan and ballerina Misty Copeland.

When Schumer sat down with Walters to talk about the appointment, things took a sexual turn when the 86-year-old journalist asked if Schumer had ever faked an orgasm. Not one to get shy, the comedian went into graphic detail, before firing the question back to her host. “I’m not gonna tell you,” Walters smiled. “Because I have this image of myself as being dignified and so on.

I think I’m dignified, I just did a press conference on gun control,” Schumer retorted. “I have to tell you that doing an interview with you is not exactly like interviewing (American diplomat) Henry Kissinger,” WalterS said.

Bradley Cooper also made this year’s list, as did mixed martial artist Ronda Rousey, Democratic presidential contender Bernie Sanders and fashion designer Donna Karan. The rest of the names are yet to be announced.

Joyce wins award for Depp dog drama He was given a less than flattering assessment by Hollywood star Johnny Depp but now Barnaby Joyce has been rewarded for standing tough against the actor’s dogs. The agriculture minister, who Depp described as a “sweaty, big-gutted man from Australia”, has picked up the Principled Decision-Making Froggatt award. The honour was bestowed on him for “acting quickly and decisively” against Depp and wife Amber Heard’s yorkshire terriers, Pistol and Boo, which were brought into Australia in breach of the country’s quarantine laws. The Invasive Species Council’s CEO Andrew Cox said it might have seemed like a bit of a joke at the time, but Mr Joyce did the right thing.

Malik world’s ‘Sexiest Asian Man’ Former One Direction member Zayn Malik has topped the 2015 list of the world’s 50 Sexiest Asian Men. Malik, who left the group earlier this year to be a “normal 22-year-old”, is also the youngest person ever to top the list. This year marks the 12th edition of the annual poll by UK-based Eastern Eye newspaper.

Last year’s winner Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan slipped into second place this year, with Pakistani singer and actor Ali Zafar in third place.

Malik was in ninth position last year but ended up topping this year’s list following votes from across the globe. The top five is completed with Indian TV star Barun Sobti in fourth position and actor Vivian Dsena in fifth position. Other notable names in the top 10 are Bollywood heavyweight Salman Khan in seventh spot, and Shah Rukh Khan, often referred to as the King of Bollywood, holding the ninth spot.

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■ FIVE MILLION DOLLAR RAINFALL

Rain arrives at the right time

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Mid Canterbury farmers desperate for rain have been blessed with a “five million dollar” rainfall this week.

“It’s a long time since we have had that,” said Ashburton Forks livestock and crop farmer Chris Allen, who measured about 31 millimetres over two days.

As a dry el nino summer unfolds, the rain was expected to

give a few days off irrigation and help prepare for expected hot weather next week.

He described it as a five million dollar rain as it had come at the right time. It would help crops being dropped out of irrigation rounds, and give a boost to dryland crops.

The Ashburton River had been approaching 100 per cent restrictions, and these had now eased off with the rain.

Rokeby crop farmers Joanne Burke and husband Richard Stewart said the precipitation was “incredibly welcome”.

“For many who were wondering whether to silage dryland grain, this has certainly allowed them to consider taking it forward to harvest. This is obviously going to green up all the feed crops, and it’s going to be fabulous for the grain-filling stage,” Ms Burke, who is Federated

Farmers’ Mid Canterbury arable section chairwoman, said.

The couple measured seven millimetres of rain overnight Wednesday, on top of five millimetres in the previous 24-hour period.

Just how much of the liquid gold fell out of the sky was dependent on location, with it being variable across the district.

While the MetService reported 33 millimetres falling in Meth-

■ ASHBURTON INTERMEDIATE

Church, school to partner to help students

By RuBy HaRfield

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Ashburton Intermediate School and the Ashburton New Life Church will be partnering next year to support young people.

They will be working together to offer 24-7 Youthwork, which involves youth workers coming to the school to offer support to students, for the first time in 2016.

24-7 Youthwork team leader and New Life Church pastor Lisa Anderson said the church would be providing youth workers, through the programme, to spend 10 hours a week at Ashburton Intermediate School.

“We have actually got some great people to step into the role next year.”

There would be two youth workers based at the school for two hours a day to help out with anything needed and to connect with the students, she said.

“24-7 Youthwork is an incredible network.

“It’s amazing how it has all come together.”

They decided to run it because children needed positive influences and role models, she said.

“We saw a need for it.

“We know that we can help and support the school.”

This is the first time the church has offered it to a school and

24-7 Youthwork team leader Lisa Anderson and youth worker Brad Raukawa.

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they hoped to be able to offer it to others in the future. “It’ll be exciting to see it develop.”

Mrs Anderson said she was excited about being able to support the school and young people.

24-7 Youthwork is a national

programme, for intermediate and high schools, which has been adopted by more than 60 schools and churches around the country.

Funding will come from the New Life Church and Ashburton

■ STARSHIP HOSPITAL

Impaled boy’s condition improves

By MoRgan TaiT The condition of a 14-year-old boy impaled through the head with a metal stake in a freak accident this week is improving.

He was struck by the metal real estate agent’s stake when a game of “chicken” with his friends went wrong in the southeastern Auckland suburb of Beachlands on Monday. He was conscious and talking despite the appalling injury.

The stake had been left out after an open home, and the boys were throwing it into the air and trying to dodge it. But it struck the boy in the head and penetrated the length of a ballpoint pen.

He was airlifted by Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter to Starship Hospital in a critical condition, and was understood to have been placed in an induced coma.

The teen was with friends – including

his longtime best mate – at the time.

His best friend lay on the ground with him, cradling the victim’s head on his own broken collarbone and holding the stake still as firefighters used specialist cutting equipment to remove part of it.

The mother of the best friend said she was told yesterday that the victim’s condition was improving.

“It’s my understanding that he’s going to be okay, they told me that it was okay to think positively.”

She said her own son was struggling to cope with the dramatic situation, and was “going through a lot”.

The incident unfolded about 4.45pm on Monday, when the boys were playing with the stake at Sunkist Bay Reserve.

The victim’s mother said her son was sitting and using his phone when the stake struck him.

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Intermediate School but 50 per cent of it needs to be provided by the community.

Any businesses or trusts that want to support the programme can contact Mrs Anderson on 03 308 9295.

ven on Wednesday, in Ashburton 10.8 millimetres fell, although this was topped up with an additional 7.2 millimetres by 11am yesterday.

Ashburton still remains behind its annual average rainfall, having only received 548 millimetres for the year to 4pm on Wednesday, representing about 82 per cent of the long-term average to this date of 667 millimetres.

Opus hired to find new site for civic centre The first steps in Ashburton’s civic centre and library project have been taken, with Opus International commissioned to undertake a feasibility study to identify potential sites for the new complex.

Candidates for the job were shortlisted and evaluated last month and the proposal by Opus has been through an independent review by specialist local government consultants Morrison Low. Work on the project will now start in the new year.

The Ashburton District Council has identified several sites that could potentially house a new civic centre and library. These range from options around its existing Baring Square site and adjacent land, to the Eastfield central town development, the Balmoral Hall site and the North East Business Estate.

Both the existing civic building and the library require significant earthquake strengthening and the civic centre can no longer accommodate the number of staff working there.

The council has budgeted $16 million for the project.

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■ ASHBURTON DISTRICT COURT

Judge left with no choice A young man with “significant personal difficulties” has been left without specialist support after a judge was left with no choice but to dismiss a raft of serious charges laid against him.

Raymond Rawiri Hemi was accused of assaulting a police officer, possessing a knife in a public place, threatening behaviour, assault, disorderly behaviour, intentional damage, and a driving matter.

The charges related to a number of separate incidents.

During his appearance before

Judge Jane Farish in the Ashburton District Court on Monday, Hemi’s defence counsel Douglas Brown said he was anxious to bring matters to an end – for Hemi and his family, as they had been ongoing since February when the first of the charges was laid.

Several psychiatric reports had been undertaken and consensus was reached that Hemi did not meet the criteria to receive support from either intellectual disability or mental health services, but under the Mentally Impaired

Persons Act he was deemed unfit to stand trial.

Judge Farish was left with no option but to release Hemi, however she encouraged his family to “seek as much help as possible from ACC to get assistance for community care and support”.

The 22-year-old first appeared for sentencing on July 7.

It was the first of many appearances, during which his lawyers were unable to take instruction due to Hemi’s “significant personal difficulties”.

He was further incapable of

pleading to any of the charges.

Hemi racked up more charges just hours after his first appearance.

At the time Judge Maze said she was unable to release him on bail as she was in Ashburton and unable to access other options.

She requested arrangements be made to transfer Hemi to a secure hospital on his arrival at the prison.

However it was determined he did not meet the criteria to hold him there and he was released on bail.

Choir loses its musical director

Three arrests A 22-year-old Ashburton man was arrested at 11pm on Wednesday for failing to appear in court. He was also charged with wilful damage.

• Another male was also arrested on a warrant to arrest for failing to appear in court at 10.45am on Wednesday.

• At 2.30pm on Wednesday, a 27-year-old Ashburton man was arrested and charged with breach of bail and possession of drugs.

Woman collapses An Ashburton woman, aged in her 80s, was transported by St John ambulance to Ashburton Hospital in a moderate condition after collapsing at the RSA on Cox Street at 1.11pm on Wednesday.

St John Ashburton sent an ambulance and a rapid response unit to a vehicle collision on Rakaia Terrace Road, Hororata at 8.48pm on Wednesday. One male was transported to Christchurch Hospital with moderate injuries after his car went off the road.

November sales good November was a good trading month for the Ashburton Trust, with revenue topping $1.37 million.

While on-premises sales were a little behind expectations, this was compensated for by strong revenue growth from other areas.

By SuSan SandyS

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The Mid Canterbury Choir has lost its high-profile musical director Anthony Ferner, and is on the lookout for a replacement.

Manager Carol Gunn said Mr Ferner was on a trial until the end of this year, as it had been something new to have a director travelling from Christchurch to undertake the role.

In the end it had been his decision that the travelling had been too much.

“We have enjoyed our time with him, he’s brought some new ideas to the choir,” Mrs Gunn said.

Mr Ferner joined the choir earlier this year. He brought plenty of high profile musical experience as principal flute of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, a soloist, conductor and teacher at the School of Music, University of Canterbury.

He was musical director of Christchurch’s Risingholme Orchestra and conducted the Resonance Ensemble.

Mr Ferner replaced former musical director Sylvia Watson, who retired from the role after 11 years at the end of last year.

Mrs Gunn said Mr Ferner had had a “particular flair” when it came to working with men in the Mid Canterbury Choir, and there had been four new male members join in the latter part of this year. The choir numbered about 43 members, which was “pretty darn good for a community choir”.

Mr Ferner had his last performance with the choir this month at its Christmas concerts, and the choir would gather again for rehearsals in February.

Mrs Gunn said current choir members may be able to temporarily step into the musical director role, and she would also be on the lookout for any new talent coming to town as she tried to fill the role permanently.

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Vehicle crashes into tree at Dromore Traffic was restricted to one lane on State Highway One, just north of the Dromore turn-off, yesterday morning after a vehicle crashed into a tree at 9.54am. A St John spokesperson said two female patients were assessed but had no, or only minor, injuries and were not transported to hospital. The Ashburton Volunteer Fire Brigade, police and St John attended the scene.

■ ASHBURTON DISTRICT COUNCIL

Water use decrease welcomed

By Sue newman

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Whether it was the weather or people making a conscious effort to water their gardens responsibly, the outcome has been a reduction in water consumption in Ashburton.

This year the Ashburton District Council opted to make Ashburton hosing restriction free so it could get an accurate picture of the town’s true water needs.

It has a consent to use 25,000 cumecs of water a day and hosing restrictions have always ensured consumption has stayed well within limits.

Mayor Angus McKay wanted to see how water supplies would fare without restrictions and said education was the key to keeping watering within limits.

Last month, after a succession of hot days, consumption

soared above 20,000 cumecs per day and he hit out at residents for their irresponsible use and for hosing at times of the day when water would be least effective on gardens.

At yesterday’s council meeting he asked how consumption had been running over the past two weeks.

And service delivery manager Neil McCann had good news for him.

“The last two weeks there’s been a drop in consumption.

We’re managing it well and it’s looking promising but that depends on the weather; we’re monitoring it day by day,” he said.

Mr McKay said that it was good to see the people of Ashburton behaving responsibly.

“We’re making progress, people are behaving sensibly,” he

said. Councillor Stuart Wilson said he had no problems with people using water right up to the consented amount, that’s what farmers did and that’s what people in town should be able to do, he said.

However, Mr McCann reminded him that it was the peak time consumption that created problems, rather than the total daily consumption.

Ashburton’s supply had been consented for the future, for 10 to 15 years out when more subdivisions were developed and more houses built.

The draw down on the Ashburton supply has been boosted by the recent addition of Lake Hood properties to the town supply and councillors wanted the consent for the settlement to be added to the Ashburton consent.

The council for the new CPIT Aoraki tertiary institution was announced by Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment minister Steven Joyce yesterday. The Ministerial appointees are current Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology (CPIT) chair Jenn Bestwick as chair, current Aoraki Polytechnic chair Janie Annear as deputy chair, and Elizabeth Hopkins and Stephen Collins as council members. The four other members of the governing body are existing CPIT council members Jane Cartwright, John Hunter, Lynne Harata Te Aika and former chief executive of PrimePort Timaru Jeremy Boys. The new council will take over on January 1, 2016 when the newly formed organisation of CPIT Aoraki is established.

Heatwave coming New Zealand can expect a scorching start to Christmas week as a mini heatwave spreads across eastern and southern parts of the country. But Auckland, Wellington and Dunedin are all expected to miss the balmy temperatures with the mercury predicted to remain a good 10 degrees cooler.

MetService is forecasting higherthan-usual temperatures for much of the South Island and central and eastern areas of the North Island. Christchurch is tipped to swelter in a scorching 33°C on Monday and Gisborne can expect to hit 29°C on Tuesday. In comparison, Auckland is predicted to reach just 20°C and Wellington a fresh 17°C. Meteorologist Emma Blades said temperatures would start rising at the weekend. “It’s like a tongue of warm air that’s being pulled across from Australia over the South Island.” An area of high pressure will contribute to settled weather and clearer skies.

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Unexpected demand for ski passes

By SuSan SandyS

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Mt Hutt Ski Area has had an unprecedented start to its earlybird season pass sales.

At midday yesterday, the passes went on sale at the drastically reduced price of $299, which was announced earlier this month.

Manager James McKenzie said yesterday at 4.30pm there had so far been 30 times what was normally sold on the first day sell.

“We usually sell about one dozen passes on the first day,” Mr McKenzie said.

“It is certainly the best we have ever seen.”

Sales activity on the passes generally picked up as the deadline closed in March, so to have that many selling on the first day was fantastic.

And reminding skiers of win-

ter was 20 centimetres of midsummer snow which had fallen on the mountain. Once cloud cleared today the mountain would be revealed in all its white glory, however, it would most likely be gone by Christmas Day. Snowmaking staff had made the most of the new snow and skied yesterday.

Meanwhile, Mr McKenzie was not concerned about competing ski area Porters cutting its early bird season pass prices following Mt Hutt’s price announcement.

Porters had a limited number of 1000 early-bird passes at $289.

“We kind of expected them to react a bit like that, they are not comparable products in any way,” Mr McKenzie said.

However, he welcomed the move, as it would help generate interest in the sport of skiing.

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Photo recreates first day of school Tinwald School principal Peter Livingstone recreates a picture from 2009 with students Amy Stilgoe-Rooney and Riley Harris.

Mr Livingstone said he had a photo taken by the Ashburton Guardian on his first day at the school in 2009 with the two students when they were five years old.

The two students are now 11

during her years at the school.

“My favourite time at Tinwald School was when I became a Year 6 with all the amazing kids at Tinwald.”

Riley said he also enjoyed his time at the school and loved making so many friends.

“The funniest part of Tinwald was when Mr Livingstone did a wheelie and fell off his motorbike.”

and will be leaving the school at the end of this year.

Amy and Riley represent a generation of children at the school because they had been there since his first day.

There had been a number of changes at the school during that time including a roll growth and new classrooms.

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■ CHRISTMAS FESTIVE DELIGHTS

In brief Guilty of son’s murder A Taranaki man has been found guilty of murdering his son. David Roigard has been on trial at the High Court in New Plymouth for the past five weeks charged with the 2014 murder of Aaron Roigard.

Yesterday the jury of nine women and two men delivered their verdict. It took just over five hours for them to decide Roigard murdered his own son when he could no longer conceal he had stolen over $60,000 from him over an eight year period.

David Roigard, 51, was also found guilty of eight charges of theft in a special relationship. Aaron Roigard, 27, disappeared on June 2 last year.

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Two-car crash An unknown number of people have been seriously injured following a two-car crash on State Highway 6 between Havelock and Renwick in Marlborough. The road between Okaramio and Havelock was closed following the incident, which occurred at 4pm, while emergency services attended the scene.

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Salvation Army food bank manager Judith Lilley has made her Christmas hamper list and is checking it twice.

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Hampers nearly ready to go

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In just under a week families all over Mid Canterbury will have volunteers knocking at their doors dropping off Christmas hampers full of festive delights.

The Salvation Army helps out families in need every year by providing them with Christmas necessities from mince pies to crackers, new potatoes and peas.

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manager Judith Lilley said this year 165 hampers were being put together – 15 more than last year.

“The need is greater [and] there are a lot of single people as well as families this year,” she said.

To decide who gets a hamper various agencies who work with the Salvation Army put forward names of clients in need of extra help at Christmas time.

“We work with agencies in town, Presbyterian Support, Budget Advisory, CommCare, Birthright, Barnados and Acads – all social services agencies dealing with vulnerable people,” Mrs Lilley said.

A list is then compiled and hampers are delivered by the organisations to those in need.

For the children books are included in the hampers.

Food is donated by local com-

munity groups – a big portion comes from Toot for Tucker – and Mrs Lilley purchases other necessary items.

This year the Salvation Army food bank volunteers won’t be the only ones putting the hampers together as Mrs Lilley has rallied troops from various local organisiations to help with the packing.

The process of packing the hampers begins on Monday.

Real estate agencies accused of price-fixing Real estate agencies across the country are facing charges from the Commerce Commission of alleged price fixing and anticompetitive behaviour.

The court proceedings relate to alleged conduct in 2013 and 2014 by the 13 national and regional real estate companies.

The alleged conduct occurred in response to Trade Me’s change from a monthly subscription fee to a per-listing fee for properties advertised for sale on its website.

The Commerce Commission yesterday announced the proceedings against the head offices of Barfoot and Thompson Limited, Harcourts Group Limited, LJ Hooker New Zealand Limited, Ray White (Real Estate) Limited and Bayley Corporation Limited.

The Commission alleges that the real estate agencies breached the Commerce Act by

agreeing a planned industry response to Trade Me’s changed pricing model.

The commission alleges the parties agreed that vendors would have to pay the listing fee to have their property advertised on Trade Me, and that the agencies would not commit to any preferential or discounted listing fees with Trade Me. Bayleys has agreed a settlement in principle with the commission.

Bayleys has admitted its conduct breached the Commerce Act and has agreed to settlement terms.

None of the other agencies have settled.

A spokesman for Bayleys said the matter is before the courts and the company is therefore unable to comment any further.

A spokeswoman for Barfoot &

Thompson said there will be a press release sent out later from the PPL Group.

“There won’t be any other comments, as this matter is before the courts,” she said.

Ray White NZ chief executive Carey Smith said Ray White has not agreed to any settlement.

“We will review our position as we gain further understanding as to the detail in proceedings that have now been filed,” he said.

“Ray White has no further comment.”

A spokeswoman for LJ Hooker said the company declined to comment as the matter is before the courts.

The Commission also claims Property Page (NZ) Limited aided and abetted the agencies in establishing and implementing the agreement. Property Page

is an incorporated company owned by the major real estate agencies and owns 50 per cent of realestate.co.nz, the property listing site that competes with Trade Me. In a separate case, the Commerce Commission has filed proceedings against real estate agencies and individuals in Hamilton and Manawatu, alleging the parties agreed to remove all listings from Trade Me’s website and vendors would pay a listing fee.

Under the Commerce Act, price-fixing agreements between competitors are illegal. If the charges can be proven, the real estate agencies face penalties up to $10 million, three times the value of the commercial gain from the agreement, or 10 per cent of the turnover of the company.

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According to the council, external advice recommended a midpoint salary of $775,000 – its offer was 89 per cent of this.

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Arrests in drug raids Police have raided five Northland properties and arrested 11 people in a operation targeting the Head Hunters gang and methamphetamine. Cash and methamphetamine have been seized. About 60 police officers plus the Armed Offenders Squad carried out the raids just after 6am yesterday. The arrests come as officers terminated Operation Atlas, a police investigation into the criminal activities of the Head Hunters gang, including the manufacture and supply of methamphetamine in the greater Northland area.

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She was on foot when she was fatally struck near the Factory Rd intersection. Acting Senior Sergeant Cath Pomfrett says the 52-year-old victim was a local woman.

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Christmas can be a stressful time of year for many but Mitre 10 Mega Ashburton is working to ease some of the pressure by donating presents to families across the district.

Birthright Ashburton received $3500 worth of donated gifts earlier this week, to be distributed to the families it works with in the district.

Birthright helps to support one-parent families and offers counselling and social work services, workshops, budgeting assistance and financial support.

In Ashburton alone, the agency works with more than 100 families.

Birthright Ashburton field worker Christine Muff said she was surprised to be the

recipient of the donation but was very thankful. “We are so grateful to the community for their support, I can never say enough about it,” she said.

The toys, presented by Mitre 10 Mega assistant retail manager Bruce Corah, were intended for boys and girls of all ages.

“There’s a complex mixture, a lot of pool gear, games, beach stuff, kids’ barbecue tables, activity tables, a Barbie chair, whole swing sets,” Mr Corah said.

Ms Muff said where and how the toys would be distributed was yet to be decided.

“It’s quite overwhelming,” she said.

Birthright also receive gifts left under Heartland Bank’s Christmas tree.

The tree, erected each year, sees dozens of presents dropped off by kind Christmas shoppers for children aged zero to 18.

PM’s greatest hits Prime Minister John Key has had his share of awkward and cringeworthy moments.

Here are some of his greatest hits. # Pulling ponytails In April, Key apologised to Auckland waitress Amanda Bailey for pulling her ponytail, an action she described as bullying.

News of the Prime Minister’s ponytail pulling went global, with British comedian John Oliver suggesting Key couldn’t pass any dangling hair without pawing at it: “He’s more cat than Prime Minister at this point.” # Picking up soap in a cage While visiting The Rock radio station this week, the Prime Minister was asked to enter a cage that had been brought into the studio.

“Do I look like a zoo animal?” he asked, before agreeing. Once inside, he was told by host Tom Furniss to pick up a bar of soap from the ground, and did so to laughter from the station’s staff – picking up soap can be a reference to prison rape.

Key commented that the soap smelled, and was informed it came from a urinal. # Peeing in the shower Key’s admission – while answering 10 “yes or no” questions on Radio Hauraki – that he had urinated in the shower caused comedian John Oliver to call him “one ray of pure joyful light from New Zealand”. # Runway appearance While modelling the uniform to be worn by volunteers during the 2011 Rugby World Cup, Key performed an affected walk down the runway. Key later admitted the display was “a bit stupid”.

# Vasectomy Key shocked journalists at a regular postCabinet press conference when he blurted out that he’d had a vasectomy.

The Prime Minister then admitted it was “probably too much information”. # “Gay” red top In 2012, Key jokingly criticised a red top worn by presenter Jamie Mackay: “You’re munted mate. You’re never going to make it. You’ve got that gay red top on.”

Key later said he used the term “gay” to mean “weird”.

The previous week, Key courted controversy over reports he branded David Beckham “thick as batshit”. # Gangnam style Key performed a brief re-enactment of Gangnam Style when asked by Radio Sport host Tony Veitch to show off his “best white man dance”.

“I don’t think I’m going to knock PSY off ... that’s the way it goes,” Key said. # Admiring Liz Hurley In another interview with Veitch, Key was asked if he would like to be Australian cricketer Shane Warne, and replied: “Yeah, well given his current liaisons with Liz Hurley.” # Mariah Carey rendition On Wednesday, Key topped off a round of radio appearances with an awful rendition of Mariah Carey’s All I Want For Christmas.

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Arms sale draws China ire The Obama administration announced a $1.83 billion arms sale to Taiwan yesterday, drawing an immediate rebuke and threats of retaliation from Taipei’s rival Beijing.

The arms package is the first offered by the US to the self-governing island in four years. Even before its announcement, Beijing, which regards Taiwan as part of its territory, demanded it be scrapped to avoid harming relations across the Taiwan Strait and between China and the US. That was followed by a formal diplomatic protest, although at a lower level than in previous such instances.

“China resolutely opposes the sale of weapons to Taiwan by the US,” Vice Foreign Minister Zheng Zeguang said in a meeting with Washington’s second-highest ranking diplomat in Beijing.

“In order to safeguard the nation’s interests, the Chinese side has decided to take necessary measures, including the imposition of sanctions against companies participating in the arms sale to Taiwan,” Zheng said, according to a statement posted on the ministry’s website.

Taiwan’s military fire artillery from self-propelled Howitzers during the annual Han Kuang exercises in Hsinchu, north eastern Taiwan.

Such sanctions have been threatened in the past, although there’s no evidence they’ve had any meaningful effect. American and European Union companies are banned from selling military technology to China, and Chinese companies have extensive links

with major overseas firms that often have weapon-making divisions.

A US Embassy spokesman, speaking on routine condition of anonymity, declined to comment on the meeting, saying, “we don’t get into the content of our diplo-

matic discussions”.

The US maintained there’s no need for it to hurt the relationship, which has also been strained

by China’s island-building in the South China Sea and alleged cybertheft.

The administration notified Congress that the proposed arms package includes two decommissioned US Navy frigates, anti-tank missiles, amphibious assault vehicles and Stinger surface-to-air missiles. There’s also support for Taiwan’s capabilities in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance and a weapons system to defend against anti-ship missiles.

Congress has 30 days to review the sale, but it’s unlikely to raise objections. There’s been mounting bipartisan concern that Taiwan is inadequately armed to defend itself against an increasingly powerful mainland China.

US lawmakers welcomed the announcement. There were calls from both parties for more frequent arms sales to Taiwan.

New York Rep. Eliot Engel, the top-ranking Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, said the sale would contribute

to peace and stability across the strait. “I wish we would see them on a regular basis,” he said.

The committee’s Republican chairman, California Rep. Ed Royce, said the administration had “needlessly dragged out” the approval process, and that other Taiwanese requests “have still not seen the light of day”.

Sen. John McCain, Republican chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said the US should avoid extended periods during which “fear of upsetting the US-China relationship may harm Taiwan’s defence capabilities.”

Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry cheered the announcement as a sign of healthy ties between Taipei and Washington and rejected claims it would harm relations with Beijing.

The sale will “help maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and increase our confidence as we engage in dialogue and improves relations across the Taiwan Strait,” the ministry said in a statement.

“It also highlights the fact that US-Taiwan relations are indeed at their best ever,” the statement said.

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Airstrikes restore power balance Weeks of Russian airstrikes in Syria appear to have restored enough momentum to the government side to convince President Bashar Assad’s foes and the world community that even if he doesn’t win the war he cannot quickly be removed by force.

That realisation, combined with the growing sense that the world’s No. 1 priority is the destruction of the Islamic State group, has led many to acknowledge that however unpalatable his conduct of the war, Assad will have to be tolerated for at least some time further.

The most dramatic sign of that came earlier this week with the statement by US Secretary of State John Kerry that Assad’s future will be determined by the Syrian people, suggesting in the clearest way yet that he can stay on for now and be part of a transition.

That statement — less a reversal than the culmination of a rethink that had been under way for months — was doubly piquant coming in Moscow, where Kerry was discussing the Syria question with Russian officials.

“The Russians with their military intervention have basically said you can refuse to talk to Bashar Assad, but that means that you won’t get a political solution,” said Yezid Sayigh, a senior associate at the Carnegie Middle East Center in Beirut.

“If you do want that, then you have to deal with this man.”

Still, significant gaps remain between the US and Russia on Assad’s future, US Ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power said yesterday, emphasising that the US position on Assad

Sucked into engine Airport and airline authorities in India have begun investigating the death of a technician who was sucked into an aircraft engine at an airport in Mumbai. Air India chief Ashwani Lohani said the accident happened when the plane was being moved from an airport gate.

A pilot misinterpreted a signal and switched on the plane’s engine.

The maintenance crew member standing nearby was sucked into the engine and killed instantly.

The plane was full of passengers for a flight from Mumbai to the southeastern city of Hyderabad.

Lohani says the incident is under investigation.

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Bomb away. The underbelly of a Russian Su-24M jet during an air raid in Syria. Russia has been carrying out airstrikes on Islamic State group fighters in Syria since the end of September at the request of President Bashar Assad. has not changed.

“There is going to have to be a political transition, and Assad will have to go,” Power told reporters ahead of a major international conference on Syria in New York today.

Russia, a key backer of Assad, began a campaign of airstrikes in Syria on September 30 at a critical juncture in the civil war, when Assad’s forces were fast losing ground to the rebels around areas considered key to

the government’s survival.

While Moscow says its airstrikes target the Islamic State group and other “terrorists” in Syria, much of the Russian air campaign has focused on more moderate forces fighting Assad in the country’s central and northern region where IS has little or no presence.

The results have been slow in coming.

Despite nearly 11 weeks of crushing Russian airstrikes, gov-

ernment troops aided by Lebanese Hezbollah and Iranian allied forces have failed to reverse losses in the northern province of Idlib and in Palmyra, the ancient desert town in central Syria that fell to the Islamic State group over the summer.

The Russian airstrikes, however, have helped Assad slow or halt rebel advances on several fronts — and he has captured dozens of villages in northern and western Syria.

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Mistrial in 1st officer’s trial in Freddie Gray case Officials appealed for calm after the first effort to convict an officer in Freddie Gray’s death from a broken neck in a Baltimore Police van ended with a hung jury and a mistrial.

Small crowds protested late yesterday along streets lined with police officers. The situation was quiet at the intersection where the worst rioting happened in April as parts of West Baltimore were set on fire.

William Porter’s mistrial is a setback for prosecutors trying to respond to a citizenry frustrated by violent crime and allegations of police misconduct.

Homicides have soared and the pressure on city officials has been unrelenting since Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby charged six officers in Gray’s death.

About 30 protesters chanting “send those killer cops to jail” outside the courthouse switched gears after the mistrial was announced, chanting “No justice, no peace!” and “Black Lives Matter”.

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William Porter, one of six Baltimore city police officers charged in connection to the death of Freddie Gray, arrives at a courthouse during jury deliberations.

The case hinged not on what Porter did, but what prosecutors said he didn’t do. He was accused of failing to get medical help for a critically wounded Gray and was charged with manslaughter, assault, misconduct in office and reckless endangerment, carrying maximum sentences total-

ling 25 years. The judge planned to discuss a possible retrial with both sides in his chambers today.

Mayor Stephanie Rawlings Blake and the new police commissioner she installed after last April’s riots warned people against more violence.

“We will not, we cannot be defined by the unrest of the spring,” the mayor said.

Attorney Billy Murphy, who obtained a $6.4 million settlement for Gray’s family from the city before Porter’s trial, called the mistrial “a temporary bump on the road to justice.”

The racially diverse jury of seven men and five women deliberated for about 16 hours over three days.

They indicated they were deadlocked on Tuesday, but Circuit Judge Barry Williams told them to keep at it, even as he denied their requests for help.

“It is clear you will not come to a unanimous agreement on any of the four charges,” the judge said yesterday. “You have clearly been diligent.”

At least two activists were arrested.

Porter left the courthouse after conferring solemnly with defence attorney Joseph Murtha, and was shielded by deputies from the media. Murtha declined to comment.

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The United States and Cuba are close to a deal on restoring regularly scheduled commercial flights, Cuban and American officials said yesterday on the eve of the anniversary of detente between the Cold War foes. The diplomatic advance would help open the way for US airlines to begin flying to Cuba within months in what would likely be the biggest step toward tighter economic ties since the two countries began normalising relations last year.

Officials on both sides said they had reached an understanding on key points and hoped to reach a formal deal within hours or days.

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Rules for self-drive cars California regulators have unveiled a roadmap that would let consumers begin using self-driving cars, though manufacturers would have to prove the emerging technology is safe before a licensed driver could get chauffeured around town. The approach California’s Department of Motor Vehicles offered yesterday in precedentsetting draft regulations is cautious, though it does allow that Californians could be behind the wheel of a self-driving car by 2017.

Among other safety-related requirements, the cars must have a steering wheel, and a licensed driver must be ready to take over if the machine fails.

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Same surname rule Japan’s Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that requiring married couples to have the same surname is constitutional, dealing a blow to a long-time effort for gender equality in choosing names. The law does not say which partner must give up his or her name in marriage. In practice it has almost always been the woman who took the husband’s name. Some women say that is unfair and they feel as though their identity is lost. - AP

Bushfire fears high Severe bushfire conditions have been declared in five South Australian districts as the state swelters through a December heatwave. The Country Fire Service says conditions will be severe in the Flinders, Mid North, Mount Lofty Ranges, Riverland and Murraylands districts today. Many South Australian regional centres are set to post four consecutive days above 40°C this week, the first time that has happened in December.

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f there’s one thing designed to get the average Kiwi riled up, it’s the thought of dodgy dealings by real estate agents.

In Ashburton we’re fortunate that ours are a pretty good and honest lot, motivated to get the best deal for buyer and seller.

But let’s not forget that they, like their counterparts around New Zealand, work in a cut-throat industry.

Every transaction represents a boost to their income, the higher the price and the lower associated costs, the more they earn. The flip side is that those transactions usually represent the biggest financial dealing their clients will ever make. Our homes are, if not our castles, at the very least our biggest investment and we have every reason to be anxious when we’re in the business of changing homes.

It inevitably shakes your confidence in the industry as a whole when you hear of dealings that might be less than kosher. And it seems several company head offices have crossed a line that has earned them the attention of the Commerce Commission.

It’s investigating a number of real estate companies over their refusal to list properties on Trade Me, which is now seen by many in the market as one of the best online buying and selling tools. It steps outside individual company listings and provides buyers with an opportunity to view everything available in their search area.

The issue goes back to a stand a group of agents made last year to boycott Trade Me after it hiked up fees for listings pushing those listings on to a website they collectively owned. And that’s led to the Commerce Commission mounting an investigation to determine whether or not the move was anti-competitive and whether it could be deemed as price fixing.

Unfortunately for our local real estate companies, the decisions made by their head offices inevitably affect them and, in a business where your reputation is everything, that’s not a comfortable place to be.

In the overall real estate picture, the wrangle over Trade Me listings might be small fry, but anything that shakes customer confidence means our guys on the ground are paying the price for actions over which they’ve had no control.

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When radio host Phill Hooper poses the ‘how many presents?’ question, he finds the answer is as varied as the people themselves.

What it really comes down to is individual choice, pure and simple.

How many presents per child is just right?

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posed the question on my Facebook page on Tuesday. How many Christmas presents per child is reasonable?

I’ve gotta say I thought the responses were super and I learned a new saying: “Something they want, something they need, something to wear and something to read.”

Great plan, but very hard to stick to for most I would suggest?

Jo commented: “I love the idea of ‘something they want, something they need, something to wear and something to read’.

However, I seem to buy much more than this for my kiddies.

How many presents is deemed reasonable is individual to each family and they should not be subject to criticism. I think we can all be too quick to judge others.”

Shaun’s comments were along the same lines: “I think it’s more keep your eyes on your side of the fence and worry about yourself as each family’s budget

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is different. Christmas is about doing it the best you can and I am sure if you have $20 or $200 gifts the children will be thankful.

It’s the adults that judge and get green-eyed.”

Jessica has a good answer and plan this Christmas: “Up to individual families, but parents always get the credit for the big presents in our house. Why would Santa get one kid a new motorbike or some other expensive thing and the kid down the street clothes and books for example? Plus I thought of it and bought it, I want the credit!”

I can only remember the excitement of extracting my

Chrissy booty from the stocking, aka one of Dad’s walk socks that I found hanging on the end of my bed after Santa’s visit. I can’t actually really remember the individual presents themselves, EXCEPT the year we got a Hot Wheels Track (to share amongst us three boys).

That was a major win for us, actually getting something we really, really wanted.

Was that played with for five minutes and then tossed in the corner of the wardrobe like so many of today’s gifts? Was it heck!

We wore that thing out.

Unfortunately my kids are past the excitedly unwrapping presents on Christmas Day stage and all they want is the folding stuff. But I always put a few goodies under the tree for them.

If I use the theory above, with the cash they WANT, they could buy something they will NEED and something to WEAR (especially McKenzie). But I think I will have to purchase the something

to READ though, maybe a selfhelp book for Josh – How to Earn Stacks of Money Without Having to Work.

My literature gift for McKenzie is easy, How to Warn Off Boys Until the Age of 21, should do the trick.

I reckon spoil your kids this Christmas, but only as much as you can afford to. Remember the best gift you can give them is your time, unless they are teenagers and then ‘Meh, we’ll just take the cash thanks’.

Have a wonderful Christmas, stay safe over the holiday break and let’s get stuck into this 2016 eh?

Ho ho hoo roo Phill looking more like Santa every year Hooper Phill Hooper is the breakfast host of Ashburton’s Hokonui radio station. The views expressed in this column are his and do not reflect the opinion of his employer or the Ashburton Guardian.

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Tourism props up NZ economy

BY PAUL MCBETH An influx of big-spending tourists helped revive New Zealand’s economic activity in the third quarter of the year, making up for subdued household consumption and a moribund primary sector through the middle of the year.

Government data released yesterday showed gross domestic product grew 0.9 per cent in the three months ended September 30, as the service sector, which accounts for about two-thirds of the economy, expanding by the same amount. GDP grew 2.3 per cent from the same quarter a year earlier.

Nine of the 11 service industries grew in the quarter, as a surge in visitor numbers taking advantage of the decline in the currency made up for uneven domestic demand. Non-resident expenditure grew 1.3 per cent in the quarter, more than twice the 0.6 per cent expansion of household spending.

“Without the tourism sector, growth would be pretty anaemic,” said Darren Gibbs, chief economist at Deutsche Bank New Zealand in Auckland.

“With this kind of population growth in terms of people moving to this country permanently and the transient population growth as we’re taking in these tourism numbers, there’s going to need to be a lot of investment in hotels and infrastructure.”

Real gross national disposable income, which measures the purchasing power of households, grew 0.3 per cent in the quarter, a level Gibbs said was “pretty appalling”.

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A rebound in manufacturing helped spur production in the third quarter, led by gains in meat product manufacturing and in spite of a dip in dairy product activity.

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complacent on just how well the economy is performing in a structural sense,” he said. “With the amount of resources getting thrown into the economy – people and capex – we shouldn’t be growing at two-point-something.”

The acceleration in economic growth comes after a moribund middle of the year when production stalled in the face of sinking global dairy prices. That spurred the Reserve Bank to embark on an easing cycle in June, cutting the official cash rate four times to reach

spending expanded 0.6 per cent.

Business investment, which excludes residential housing, grew 2.6 per cent in the quarter.

Expenditure expanded 3.5 per cent on an annual basis, as residential construction grew 6.2 per cent, and exports climbed 9.5 per cent in a period where the kiwi dollar depreciated against most of its trading partners.

That included a 0.5 percentage point upward revision to the June quarter to 0.7 per cent after the agency changed its benchmarks and bringing the expenditure measure more in line with production.

Construction has been a major contributor to the economy in recent years as Christchurch gets rebuilt after the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes and efforts are made to address the housing shortage in Auckland. On a production measure, construction shrank 2.9 per cent in the quarter as heavy and civil engineering work was scaled back. The sector contracted 0.1 per cent from a year earlier.

Agriculture, forestry and fishing was flat in the quarter, with dairy production down in the period.

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A mixed year for world’s markets A s we head into the final five trading days of the year, we can reflect on 2105 and note that it has been a mixed year for markets. European shares have risen 5.2 per cent this year.

To date, US shares are up just 0.7 per cent for the year and UK shares are down 7.7 per cent. Australian shares have fallen 2.7 per cent, including dividends.

The NZX50 has been much more solid than offshore markets, rising 9.0 per cent, including dividends. However, this is still a much slower pace of gains than the spectacular returns of the past three years (the NZX50 delivered 24.2 per cent, 16.5 per cent and 17.6 per cent in 2012, 2013 and 2014 respectively).

While global markets have been lacklustre in 2015, a falling NZ dollar has boosted returns for local investors. US and European shares have benefited the most from this, with returns in NZ dollar terms improving to 15.8 per cent and 9.2 per cent respectively.

As was widely expected, the Federal Reserve yesterday morning increased interest rates in the US by 0.25 per cent. This was the first interest rate increase since 2006, marking the start of moves toward more normal monetary policy settings, following many years of near-zero rates and a massive QE money-printing programme.

The market reaction was healthy, reflecting that the Fed has done a good job in managing expectations. US shares closed 1.5 per cent higher in response to the Fed announcement, while longerterm US interest rates and the US dollar were only slightly changed.

The most recent US jobs report

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was strong, especially considering the upward revisions to the previous two months. The US economy added 211,000 nonfarm payrolls in November, ahead of expectations for 200,000. The unemployment rate was unchanged at 5.0 per cent and wages rose 0.2 per cent, in line with expectations.

There were big moves in financial markets in the wake of the European Central Bank (ECB) meeting in early December. The ECB extended its asset purchase programme by saying that it would continue buying bonds until at least March 2017, broadened the range of assets the programme could buy, cut its deposit rate from -0.2 per cent to -0.3 per cent and noted that it would do more if necessary.

Over recent years markets have become accustomed to the ECB exceeding expectations, so because of this optimism, a set of otherwise reasonably impressive measures wasn’t good enough.

A week ago, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) reduced the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by another 0.25 per cent. This means that all of the interest rate increases from 2014 have now been fully reversed and the OCR is back down to its record low of 2.50 per cent. This cut was widely expected by most economists, although financial markets were less convinced and pricing suggested a 65

per cent chance of a cut.

Where the OCR goes in 2016 remains up for debate. The RBNZ has suggested that recent cuts have been enough to bring inflation back to levels it is comfortable with, but it has also left the door slightly ajar for additional cuts, should circumstances change.

In terms of local economic data, the trend over the past month has been robust. Yesterday morning’s GDP release for the September quarter was in line with expectations, with growth of 0.9 per cent for the three months. This comes in the wake of two poor quarters (March and June) and reflects strength in manufacturing and services are offsetting weakness in the agriculture sector.

The ANZ Business Outlook Survey for November pointed to confidence improving for the third consecutive month. A net 14.6 per cent of respondents were optimistic about conditions in the economy, up from 10.5 per cent in October.

Dairy prices have also been solid, with the global dairy trade (GDT) index rising 5.6 per cent over the past month. While prices are still slightly below where they were at the beginning of the year, Fonterra has kept its forecast milk price steady at $4.60 per kilogram of milksolids. Including the estimated dividend, farmers will likely see a total cash payout of around $5.00.

Jeremy Flood works for Craigs Investment Partners.

This article should not be deemed as advice. Disclosure statement available free of charge and on request.

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SUMMER

Friday, December 18, 2015

Fun in the sun right here this year!

In Mid Canterbury there is nowhere in the world where you can experience so much, so close and so easily.

Set in the middle of the South Island between the Rangitata and Rakaia rivers, and stretching from the Alps to the sea with the stunning snowcapped Mt Hutt as its backdrop, mountains and glacial lakes, the district offers an inspiring location to experience an array of activities ranging from the energetic to the relaxing.

It also gives you a slice of everything New Zealand has to offer.

Summers in Mid Canterbury host a prime opportunity to experience horse trekking, white-water rafting, skydiving and golfing. You can visit gardens of blazing blooms, uncover relics of aviation and transport history, learn archery, hunt, hike or mountain bike or enjoy rural hospitality.

A cluster of high-country lakes lure avid fly fishers, a hot-air balloon or heli-flight provides a bird’s eye view of a patchwork landscape of this rich agricultural region, or a 4WD adventure can take you on a journey into the high-country wilderness.

Mid Canterbury has many exciting events this summer.

A few highlights include: • World Buskers Festival – Ashburton

Roadshow - Jan 19, 2016. The World Buskers Roadshow comes to Mid Canterbury and includes Australian acts Hula Queen and ADDJ, Sharon Mahoney from Canada, Biggest Little Circus and other local Kiwi performers.

• Methven Art Gallery Christmas Cash and Carry Art Exhibition – Dec 7 to Jan 31, 2016. Buy an original piece of art by local artists.

The cash and carry concept means that you can take the painting that you open daily till the January 31, 2016.

• Multi Cultural Bite 2016. In celebration of Waitangi Day, showcasing cultures within our community through cultural food stalls, performing arts and interactive Children’s Entertainment. Saturday, Feb 6, 11am - 3pm.

• South Island Mobilehome Extravaganza, Ashburton showgrounds, Feb 20 and 21, 2016.

The jewel in Mid Canterbury’s crown remains the tranquil, relaxing-yet vibrant-township of Methven.

Offering a perfect escape no matter what your taste or budget, the alpinethemed village buzzes in winter, while in summer it is humming with events such as markets, multisport challenges

and some great hiking and walking options - from short walks suitable for the whole family, to challenging multi-day hikes across high country conservation land.

While Methven has made a name for itself as a ski town, the area is fast becoming a weekend hotspot in summer too, thanks to a very strong bike culture. A range of already established mountain bike trails ensure there is something for everyone.

Options range from an easy loop circuit through farmland around the Methven town boundary to adventurous downhill tracks and cross-country trails at Mt Hutt Bike Park situated on the lower slopes of Mt Hutt. The nearby Hakatere

Conservation Park also provides an array of options for mountain bikers with stunning views of pristine lakes and snow-capped mountains There are many reasons to visit Methven at any time of year, all based in an amazing space. Within minutes of arriving you can enjoy a country golf course, horse trekking through the countryside, fishing, or hunting, enjoying a massage, or step it up a gear with a high-octane jetboat experience. Afterwards sample a brew at a local pub while the warm nor’west breeze turns the sky fiery red.

A great way to view Methven’s amazing scenery is by air and you get to choose between a helicopter, plane or hot-air balloon for your scenic flight.

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Venture into the high country and take a 4WD adventure and witness the unspoilt beauty that was captured in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.

Making Methven an even more affordable option for a family holiday the kids 4 free promotion.

Enjoy adventures in the summer in Methven as these super deals for families with children aged 10 and under will make your holiday, no matter the time of year, one to remember! For more information visit kids4free.co.nz For a small town, Methven presents all the choices of a city with resorts, hotels, motels, backpackers and camping grounds. Nothing will beat the friendliness and helpfulness of your Methven hosts.

While Mid Canterbury offers a lot much for those staying home for the summer, just down the road in the Waitaki region there is a plethora of excuses to take off for a day or a week starting with the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail truly one of New Zealand’s greatest bike rides!

For over 300km visitors can experience some of the most beautiful scenery New Zealand has to offer.

Suitable for all ages, the trail is an easy grade, and offers a pleasing

mix of on and off-road trails which link the Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean. Allow four to six days for the entire ride, or simply try out a day excursion.

Whichever option you choose, the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail is sure to be a memorable experience.

Or spend some time in beautiful Oamaru with examples of New Zealand’s best 19th century architecture, particularly in the Victorian precinct of the town, replete with wonderful boutique shops and food.

Just down from the precinct lies the Steampunk Museum – a must-see on any traveller’s itinerary. Take the children to the steampunk-themed playground by the sea and then visit the penguin colony.

South of Oamaru lies New Zealand’s best-kept secret in the beautiful coastal drive encompassing quaint towns like the fishing village of Moeraki where Fleur’s restaurant serves arguably the best freshly caught fish in all of New Zealand.

Heading inland you can inspect the hot heartlands of Kurow, the beautiful hydro lakes and the historic goldfield area surrounding Duntroon.

Waitaki has something for everyone!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Come on in for a visit!

Little blue penguins are sensitive to conditions at sea and this year we had stormy weather and large sea swells in June that resulted in a drop in the number of penguins arriving ashore.

Subsequently, it took them a while to settle back into their cycle, and egg laying did not begin until the middle of August. Since then we have had 119 breeding pairs lay eggs, with a total of 237 eggs laid and 149 chicks hatch so far.

Over the summer we expect there might be a few more to lay eggs but the majority of penguins will now focus on raising their chicks.

We expect the colony will continue to be very active at night with parents coming in to feed their hungry chicks.

Lately we have been seeing between 150-200 penguins arriving home each night and expect this to continue through the next few months.

After chicks fledge, the parents will then prepare for their annual moult when they grow a nice new set of feathers for the coming year.

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The gift of a lifetime There are cool Christmas gifts and then there are Christmas gifts that blow the idea of what’s cool out of the water! Skydiving is one of those and it’s right on your door step this Christmas.

Give the gift of a life-changing experience and mind-blowing fun to your friends and family by purchasing one of our skydiving options at very affordable prices and support a local business at the same time.

Skydiving Kiwis is located at the Ashburton Aerodrome so you might even see your house on your way up 6000, 9000, or 13,000 feet!

When you jump at Skydiving Kiwis, you become part of our local skydiving community so just like with our mates, we promise to have your back too and make you feel right at home!

Started in 2011 by two brothers who share a passion for the sport of skydiving; Skydiving Kiwis is the biggest of small drop zones in NewZealand and one of the most fun to jump at.

Our instructors are skydivers first and foremost and their passion for the sport and community of skydiving is extremely contagious.

We have stayed true to our mission to bring the sport of skydiving back into skydiving and to nurture and maintain an authentic kiwi vibe.

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Bring yourself, a big smile and let us take care of the rest!

We jump the smallest tandem parachutes in the world, we have the A+ safety rating and our instructors have years of skydiving experience from around the world and thousands of jumps under their belts, so you’ll be in good hands.

We have a barbecue and play area so you can bring your kids, mates and a picnic and make a day of it.

Ring Sophie on 0800 359 549 to find out more about who we are and what we door to book your jump with us. We are open from 9am to sunset everyday of the year and can’t wait to share the sky with you!

Buckle up for the ride of your life you adrenaline junkie!

Summer at the Lake House

The Lake House at Lake Hood Restaurant, Bar and Functions Venue is by far the best place to spend a summer’s afternoon or evening dining.

There is something for everyone.

A great kids’ menu gives fresh and healthy options as well as the tried and true favourites fish ‘n’ chips, crunchy chicken, corn fritters and ice-cream sundaes of course.

The adults can join us for a cool beverage at the bar or enjoy the amazing view over the lake from our alfresco deck. There are platters to share – antipasto platters or a platter of savoury continental delights. An extensive lunch and dinner menu gives you options of light meals (corn fritters, open sandwiches) and salads

(szechuan squid, Vietnamese noodle salad) to our five star dishes from the grill, Canterbury lamb rack or Wakanui fillet steak to name a few.

Also available over the weekends and holidays is our new kiosk at the end of the restaurant.

We are serving American hotdogs, chips, icecreams and bottles drinks.

Just popping down to the lake for a visit, pop into the kiosk or the restaurant and come and see us this summer.

For more information and our full menu visit our website www.lakehouselakehood.co.nz.

You can also book online from here.

Summer is busy so please book and let us save a table for you.

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Summer fun at The Lake House at Lake Hood.

Enjoy a coffee and cake, a cool beverage on the deck with one of our platters or stay and enjoy a full dining experience over lunch or dinner. You can even pull up to our dock on your boat from the lake and enjoy our hospitality.

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Call outdoor enthusiasts Alpine Sports Methven is just one of the businesses that adapts with the changing season. From being a ski hire and retail store in winter, Jason Pace (Jace) and Jacquie Aleman have restocked the shop floor with water sports gear and summer apparel to keep you outdoor enthusiasts busy.

If you are heading into the great outdoors to enjoy your summer watersports, Alpine Sports Methven can supply all sorts of fun inflatables, wakeboards, SUPs (stand up paddleboards) wakesurfers, wakeskates, water skis, life vests, handles, ropes and accessories.

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locations of the demo days will be updated on their Facebook page regularly.

The shop is open seven days (unless we are out by a lake for a demo day!) so you can drop in and check out the fabulous gear. If you don’t have time to drop in, you can find most of our gear in the online store at www.alpinesports.co.nz There is a racquet restringing service available for all you tennis and squash fans.

Plus a selection of camping, tramping and hunting essentials.

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Tranquil yet exhilarating, relaxing yet vibrant

Methven offers a perfect escape no matter what your taste or budget.

Just one hour from Christchurch on Inland Scenic Route 72, this alpinethemed village buzzes in winter, while in summer it is humming with events such as markets, multisport challenges and some great hiking and walking options; from short walks suitable for the whole family, to challenging multi-day hikes across high country conservation land.

While Methven has made a name for itself as a ski town, the area is fast becoming a weekend hotspot in summer too, thanks to a very strong bike culture. A range of already established mountain bike trails ensures there is something for everyone.

Options range from an easy loop circuit through farmland around the Methven town boundary to adventurous downhill tracks and cross-country trails at Mt Hutt Bike Park situated on the lower slopes of Mt Hutt.

The nearby Hakatere Conservation Park also provides an array of options for mountain bikers with stunning views of pristine lakes and snowcapped mountains There are many reasons to visit

Methven at any time of year, all based in an amazing space.

Within minutes of arriving you can enjoy a country golf course, horse trekking through the countryside, fishing, or hunting, enjoy a massage, or step it up a gear with a high octane jet boat experience. Afterwards sample a brew at a local pub while the warm nor’west breeze turns the sky fiery red.

A great way to view Methven’s amazing scenery is by air and you get to choose between a helicopter, plane or hot air balloon for your scenic flight. Venture into the high country and take a 4WD adventure and witness the unspoilt beauty that was captured in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.

For an affordable family holiday check out the ‘kids 4 free’ promotion as these super deals for families with children aged 10 and under will make your holiday one to remember! For more information visit kids4free. co.nz For a small town, Methven presents all the choices of a city with resorts, hotels, motels, backpackers and camping grounds. Nothing will beat the friendliness and helpfulness of your Methven hosts.

Have a happy and safe holiday period

LUNCH; 12:00-14:00

Thursday to Sunday

DINNER; 17:00 till late

Friday to Sunday

Closed for Christmas Break From 21December to 14January

Japanese Restaurant & Takeaway

Since 2003

AQUA Japanese Restaurant &Takeaways

112 Main Street, METHVEN Next to Cinema Paradiso

03-302-9010

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TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

READER GIVEAWAY ~ BEGINS DECEMBER 26 ~

Summer is here and it’s a time for family outings and fun, so join us in a daily giveaway celebrating the 12 days of Christmas.

Every day (Monday-Saturday) we will post to Facebook our daily giveaway.

Like our page, share the post and comment to be in to win.

Winners drawn daily T&Cs apply.

DAY ONE

DAY TWO

3 passes for Mcleans Island Paintball

1 family pass (2 adults 2 children) to Mini Golf

DAY THREE

DAY FOUR

2 family passes (2 adults 3 children) to Orana Park

1 family of four pass

DAY FIVE

DAY SIX

1 family day pass (2 adults and 3 children) to Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

$25 Food and Beverage voucher (R20 venue)

DAY SEVEN

DAY EIGHT

2x Laser Tag passes

4x 30 minutes of Blokart sailing passes

DAY NINE

DAY TEN

World Buskers Festival double pass to each of the following shows: 6.00pm Ongals 7.15pm Jarred Fell 9.00pm Nothing But Stand Up Tickets are for Saturday 16 January

1 family day pass (2 adults and 3 children) to Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

DAY ELEVEN

DAY TWELVE

1 family of four pass

1 family pass (2 adults 4 children) to Ferrymead Heritage Park

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December 18, 2015

2 55292 Bobby Al (6) 58.5 Champion/Murphy 1 3 C Johnson 4 3 9X400 Se a Tige r (9) 58.5 M McCann S Muniandy $8,000, rating 65 be nchmark*, 1400m 4 87407 The Young Pre te nda (8) 58.5 S Laming R Bishop PX # REC Horse (Barrier) kg Trainer Jockey 5 78X09 Bull Cre e k (7) 58.5 D Crozier C Barnes (a1) 1 75475 High Socie ty (16) 60 M Daly R Black 6 07X0X If Raaj Rings (5) 58.5 D Thomson T Moseley 2 33X30. Carbide (2) 58.5 Kennedy/Furlong 2 7 28X96 No De al (3) 58.5 A Carston D Prastiyou (a2) B Murray (a3) 3 3 49X42 Rapt (12) 58 N Coulbeck S Wynne (a) 8 X6906 Roc de Mac (1) 56.5 A Carston S Wynne (a) 2 4 21376 Daifuku (11) 57.5 J & K Parsons C Johnson 9 X0000 Ruby Ashle y (2) 56.5 R McKay 1 A McKay (a3) 5 0X713. Kirina Be lle (13) 57 T & L Prendergast H Bennet (a3) 10 42069. She ’s Rive ting (4) 56.5 M McCann A C han (a4) 1 6 99064 Kolaman (10) 57 K & L Rae T Moseley 11 0766X Skills (10) 56.5 K & P Hughes B Moore 4 7 6X673 The Re al De al (7) 57 D Crozier B Murray (a3) MOORE MECHANICAL RATING 65 8 92409. Toe twotoe (15) 56.5 T & M Stokes L C allaway 2:36pm $8,000, rating 65 be nchmark*, 2100m 9 410X0 Midnight Cappa (1) 56.5 R Ryan R Bishop opt 614 4 1 90073 Lukande r (9) 60 M & M Pitman P Shaikh (a3) 10 500X0. Vanquishe d (8) 56.5 T & L Prendergast T Direen

2 X4005 Miste r Spide rman (6) 60 A Carston C Johnson 11 X0100 Are You Mine (4) 55 S Hewitt C Barnes (a1) 1 3 01794 Misste e flying (2) 58.5 A Carston B Murray (a3) 12 40X86 Roc City (5) 54.5 P Gray S Muniandy 3 4 72664 Placid Prince ss (5) 58 L Robinson T Moseley 13 08747 Manuia (6) 54 M McCann A C han (a4) 2 5 68576. Blu Mach (8) 57.5 L Didham S Wynne (a) 14 X0300 Gallant Babe (9) 54 D Frye R C uneen (a1) 6 79383 Marce lle (11) 57 Kennedy/Furlong D Prastiyou (a2) 0 15 X9500. I’llbe yourplatinum (14) 54 L Stewart 7 24576 McMay (10) 57 T & L Prendergast S Muniandy 0 16 006X0 Southe rly Change (3) 55 K & P Hughes 17 B Moore

Night Owl SC RATC HED 8 48X29 Mr Wiz (3) 57 A Carston 9 35907 Moonofklaire ssa (4) 56 B Smith R Hannam JKF HOMES GEOFF FREW RATING 85 10 406X0 Te gwin (1) 54 Champion/Murphy 1 1:22pm L C allaway $12,000, rating 85 be nchmark, 2100m 11 790X0 Sovie t Song (7) 54 K James opt 612 C Barnes (a1) 4 1 06503 She ’s Insatiable (3) 60 Charles/Corbett B Murray (a3) DICK, GILBERT, NORM & ROSS @ CATR MAIDEN 3 2 74047 Alpine He ights (2) 59.5 J & K Parsons C Johnson 3:07pm $7,000, mdn, 1400m 2 3 83292 Sadle rs Rock (5) 59 A Carston D Walsh opt 615 3 1 426X2 Opihi Range r (13) 58.5 M & W Coles D Walsh 1 4 56410 Me rci Che rie (1) 55 Kennedy/Furlong D Prastiyou (a2) 2 2 4523X Se re nge tti Sun (3) 58.5 M Daly R Black 5 60231 Kaharau (4) 54 K & L Rae T Moseley 3 700X4 Coup Tauranga (10) 58.5 M & M Pitman P Shaikh (a3) 1:57pm SUPER LIQUOR ASHBURTON MAIDEN 4 430X5. King Of The Turf (18) 58.5 D Thomson R Hannam $7,000, mdn, 2100m 5 opt 613 Re volution Earth (7) 58.5 T & M Stokes B Murray (a3) 1 1 X4254 Bloodstre am (11) 58.5 T Rae 4 6 73565 Rapid Rise (14) 57 K & L Rae R C uneen (a1) T Moseley 12:47pm opt 611

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Today at Addington Raceway

December 18, 2015

10 06860 Pre stine (21) T Butt K Butt (J) T C hmiel $9,000, 3yo+ c0, 1950m 11 60349 Bobby Bre e n (22) K Austin 3 12 22552 Clove r Mac (23) C & J DeFilippi C DeFilippi PX # REC Horse (Start pos) Trainer Driver 2 13 PXP24 Sunoflinde nny (24) M Jones S Ottley 1 X4009 He ave nly Love (1) M Edmonds L O'Reilly 4 14 31310 Wanna Play (25) B Negus J Young (J) 2 X8559 Be lmont’s Gre ate st (2) D McCormick D D McC ormick ALABAR PACE $7,500, 3yo+, c0 with cond., 3 0879X Pure Emotion (3) L Jones D Keast (J) 6:34pm 2600m 4 67644 South Coaste r (4) B Mowbray S Golding (J) opt 804 1 5 X2428 Se a Eyre (5) R Allen N Williamson B Williamson (J) 1 43847 Arde nt Lustre (1) I Court 2 6 40222 Sunny Afte rnoon (6) P Nairn H Hunter P Nairn 2 75305 Lucky Thre e (2) H Hunter 7 440X Motu Gre at Se nsation (7) B Borcoskie N Brady B Borcoskie 3 48586 Always The re (3) N Brady 4 8 29934 Jana’s Wishe s (8) G O'Reilly G O'Reilly G O'Reilly 4 820P6 Born To De light (4) M Heenan 4 5 00706 Fe arce Falcon (5) B Mowbray 3 K C ox (J) Be nchmark (9) C Dalgety M Howard 9 9373 Barrier

6 08 Re gal Ge sture (6) D Mitchell J Keast 1

7 60326 Dre amy Damie n (7) A Garters

C DeFilippi 10 76X36 Pre cious Mome nt (21) M Edmonds M Edmonds S McNally 11 PX605 Moy (22) I Schwamm I Schwamm 8 350X2 De lightful Jack (8) B Hill Rozzano (9) K Hadfield K Hadfield 12

Rusty I Am SC RATC HED 9 979 Barrier 13 73056 Dark Ops (u1) A Clark A C lark 10 869 What A Curtainraise r (21) K James K C ameron 5:34pm CHRISTCHURCH CASINO MOBILE PACE 2 11 245X3 Chip Ganassi (22) M Smolenski J C urtin opt 802 $9,000, 3yo+ c0 mob. pace , 1950m 12 9 Crafty Culle n (23) T & G Chmiel T C hmiel 1 05734 Mr Woodle a (1) T Twidle N Williamson 13 American Vogue SC RATC HED 3 2 775X The Bounde r (2) D Thompson M Neilson 3 14 3245 Kotare Yae l (24) R Dunn R Houghton 3 Machine Gun Molly (3) B Hill S McNally 15 900X7 Kachina (u1) N Ure C D Thornley 1 4 535X2 Conve rsion (4) Purdon/Rasmussen M Anderson (J) HYDROFLOW TROT 5 45X95 Late Mail (5) G Smith K Butt (J) 7:07pm $11,000, 4yo+ mare s c1 trot, 2600m 4 6 278X Kotare Kasai (6) R Dunn R Houghton opt 805 7 95102 Mossdale Sue (7) G & N Hope S Golding (J) 1 758X6 Lisa Marie P (1) M Perriton R Holmes 8

American Vogue SC RATC HED 2 X1405 Roydon’s Je we l (2) K Barron K Barron

Nui Le (8) N Ure C D Thornley 3 6X56P Ne e d Succe ss (3) M Austin C DeFilippi 9 09X76 Barrier

4 4 52224 Unyie lding Spirit (4) G & N Hope S Golding (J) 10 8X7 Vole nte (21) N Brady P Davis N Brady 5 62304 Sarah Palin (5) M Nyhan 1 6 04360 Star Commando (6) B Hutton 2 11 1X294 Anna Ivy (22) K Barron J C urtin C DeFilippi 12 2652 Re d Octobe r (23) J Howe S McNally J W C ox 7 4X190 Chivasion (7) M Edmonds 8 25217 Native s Lasting Love (8) K Cameron K C ameron 6:06pm FARMLANDS YOUR CO-OPERATIVE & COMMUNITY TROT 9 52364 K D Muscle s (9) M Edmonds M Edmonds opt 803 $11,000, 4yo+ c2–c4, 1950m 10 1 BK Dawn (10) Wakelin/Noble P Wakelin 1 58104 Amare tto Sun (1) K Ford A Tomlinson 2 11 1838 He y Yo (u1) J Harrington J Harrington (J) 2 84500 Insignificant (2) B Hutton J C urtin 3 12 44880 Shpe e dy (u2) B Heron C D Thornley 3 78097 Cle an Bre ak (3) R Holmes R Holmes 13 13803 Cuddly Je ss (u3) M House J W C ox 4 1613X Arran Chie f (4) A Faulks A Faulks 14 90000 Rocke t (u4) M Perriton M Perriton 1 5 01PX0 Thanksforplaying (5) G & N Hope S Golding (J) RNP HOMES LTD PACE $9,000, 4yo+ c2, c3 with 6 40936 X mas Joye lla (6) F Morris S McNally 7:36pm cond. jun.d, 1950m 7 9940X Clifde n Clowe rs (7) S Mounce K Barron opt 806 8

William Lance SC RATC HED 1 76887 Cannde w (1) M Nyhan S Golding (J)

Monty Python (8) P Williamson B Williamson (J) 3 2 0X974 Jango Fe tt (2) K Larsen B Williamson (J) 9 52863 Barrier

3 5120X Eastburn Mara (3) M Jones L McKay (J) 5:03pm opt 801

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CENTRAL SOUTHLAND LODGE MOBILE PACE

December 19, 2015

8 60D0X Anothe r Crushe r (u1) C Laurenson 4 9 60803 Circus Boy (u2) T Barron 2 10 09122 The Jinja Ninja (u3) A Black 11 74868 One Cool Chick (u4) R Swain 12 90097 Be lmont Invasion (u5) O Lawrence 13 53154 Strathmore s Charm (1) B Heads 14 00701 Grace O’Malle y (2) C Thomas

J C ampbell (J) M Parker (J) K Butt (J) C Ferguson (J) J Young (J) K C ox (J) T Dewe (J)

Track Information Type: Grass; Expected: Dead; Direction: Left-handed; Length: 1876m; Straight: 382m; Rail: Rail true; Weather: Mainly Fine

7 0 Rionius (4) 57 Champion/Murphy 1 8 758X4 De cante r (12) 56.5 Kennedy/Furlong 9 53. Age nt Anna (17) 56.5 Kennedy/Furlong 10 735X4. Iona Castle (6) 56.5 T & M Stokes 11

Porotene Rippa 12 50X56. Pe rfe ct Octaine (8) 56.5 D Thomson 1 13 X2324 Alyth (2) 55 J & K Parsons 14 06. Los Cabos (11) 55 J Hay 1 0 15 60X6 Monte Cinto (16) 58.5 R Ryan 0 16 Pinnacle Bay (19) 58.5 T & L Prendergast 0 17 9 Yogi (5) 57 M & W Coles 0 18 0 Nasa (15) 57 T & M Stokes 0 19 9X676 Hapi Girl (9) 56.5 K & L Rae 0 20 00X Conte nd (1) 55 B Smith 3:42pm 616

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1 94X52 Absolut Exce le ncia (2) 60 K & L Rae 2 1 2 74412. Miss Alice (6) 56.5 J & K Parsons 3 X3468. Dr De e Be e (5) 56 J Hay 1 3 4 060X8. Our Pre monition (9) 54 K & P Hughes 5 5570X Ke e pa Tramp (7) 54 S Cunningham 6 6X747. Capo (3) 54 N Coulbeck 7 032X9 Ishimine (4) 54 K & L Rae 4 8 43344 Volcano (1) 54 L Robinson 9 X5283 Ze ro Tua Hundre d (8) 54 T & M Stokes

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Track Information Type: All weather; Direction: Left-handed; Length: 1193m; Weather: Mainly Fine

4 Graduate Under Fire 4 5 83352 Living Le ge nd (4) R Dunn 6 08509 Se le ste r (5) S Blake 2 7 0X543 Take Afte r Me (6) G Scott 8 87908 Sonne tsson (7) M Nyhan

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10 28107 Mighty Mara (21) K Barron 1 11 34311 Franco Te xas (22) D Taylor 8:05pm 807

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1 X0721 Le tting Go (1) B Weaver 2

C ullens First Meddle 3 69037 Be tty Golightly (2) A Garters 4 68516 Flyin He athe r (3) P Burrows 1 5 16041 Pe rissa (4) M Jones 2 She e za Shark (5) A Stack 6 28553 Barrier

7 60952 Whyamibe ttor (21) D Pearce 8 37333 Happy He idi (22) J Howe 4 9 5X106 Tintinara (23) S Dolan 3 10 22278 Valor Lustre (24) I Court opt

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2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11 1-2-3, 5-6-7, 9-10-11 2-3-4-5, 8-9-10-11 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 6-7-8-9-10-11

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B Barclay N Williamson S Walkinshaw S Ottley D Dunn R McIlwrick (J) A Armour N McGrath B McLellan

SOUTHLAND STANDARDBRED BREEDERS F&M PACE $7,000, 3yo+ f&m c0, 1609m

1 X2435 Tilly Patron (1) B McLellan 2

Nek Time 1 3 1X635 Kashana (2) N McGrath 0 4 0 Mandolin (3) H Hunter 5

Nicky Minaj 6 05370 Re d Ele ctric (4) D McLachlan 4 7 7X2 Millwood Maizie (5) J Gameson

Dancing Dixie (6) C Barron 8 4128X Barrier

9 Le ande r Lily (21) H Hunter 10 0X884 Girl Courage (22) L Veint 2 11 31X Rakaporsche (23) C Barron 12 22524 Annie Fitz (24) R Wilson 3 13 89X72 Tact Rouse y (25) T Proctor 14 540X0 Rahuri Badlands (26) W Bryant 15 6X2 Le ah Mac (27) W McEwan 16

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T McMillan N Williamson C Ford P Davis S McNally L O'Reilly R Jenkins D Nyhan J C urtin M Edmonds C DeFilippi G Laing A Lethaby L Newton

$7,500, c1 with cond. mob. pace , 1950m

4 2X425 She zache apy (4) T White 2 5 X0511 Baile ys Wish (5) B Shirley 6 0X812 Double Impact (6) B Gray 3 7 1657X Rocke r Band (7) M Jones 1 Lightning Mach (8) C Dalgety 8 41552 Barrier

9 17721 Motu Moonbe am (21) G Anderson 4 10 X4648 B D Winde rme re (22) J Tither 11 24X40 Love todre am (23) N McGrath 12 8X263 Le igh Major (24) B McLellan 6:15pm

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1 0X090 Russian Expre ss (1) N Edge 0 2 2 55457 The Lion’s Roar (2) D Mitchell 1 3 08X99 Twice The De light (3) M Jones 3 4 74053 It’s All Ove r Now (4) B Ward 5

C oringa Delight 6 0065X Going To California (5) B Ward 9:03pm TOTAL DRAINAGE & EXCAVATION MOBILE PACE 7 70706 The Mighty Falcon (6) P Bagrie 4 8 34926 Courtne y John (7) P Burrows opt 809 $11,000, 3yo+ c1 mob. pace , 1950m Fabule ux (8) G Payne 4 1 12652 Ne rida Franco (1) S McRae C D Thornley 9 7X009 Barrier

2 32027 Sans Le Sou (2) R Alfeld R Alfeld 3 32732 Change The Rulz (3) G & N Hope S Golding (J) 10 90059 Simply Fun (21) C McDowell 4 4X005 Bird Of Paradise (4) B Ward M Anderson (J) 11 80X04 Re dback Jars (22) T Thomas 3 5 285X9 Parramatta (5) T & G Chmiel T C hmiel 12 09899 Midfre w Tarpe die m (23) W Lake 6 60815 Ce le stial Arde n (6) G Payne C DeFilippi 13 66526 Crimson Glory (24) T McMillan 7 99664 Albuque rque (7) G Pearson G Pearson 14 63040 Le ading The Way (25) K Hadfield 8 140X7 Expre sso Martini (8) M Jones S Ottley 15 X7096 Millwood Lanoch (u1) B Weaver Track Information Type: All weather; Direction: Left-handed; Length: 1407m

A C han (a4) D Prastiyou (a2) R C uneen (a1) C Barnes (a1) R Bishop H Bennet (a3) C Johnson L C allaway S Wynne (a) T Moseley B Moore

2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11 1-2-3, 5-6-7, 9-10-11 2-3-4-5, 8-9-10-11 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 6-7-8-9-10-11

Crackabe lla (9) D Taylor 9 3X031 Barrier

2 10 1731 Innoce nt Artist (21) C Dalgety 11 308P2 Gunpowde r (22) B Hutton 1 12 34X11 Millie s Cre e k (23) T Butt 13

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D Walsh C Barnes (a1) B Murray (a3) T Moseley H Bennet (a3) S Wynne (a) L C allaway C Johnson T Direen S Muniandy R C uneen (a1) R Hannam D Prastiyou (a2) SC RATC HED

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1 25722 Tornado Valle y (1) T McMillan 1 2 60804 Dre am Big (2) M Tapper 3 76795 Little Mo (3) K Ford 4 24P53 The Zigme iste r (4) M Nyhan 3 5 9417 Royal Shine (5) S Smolenski 2 6 21353 Mon Richie (6) D Ross 7 800X0 Our Budd (7) R Jenkins K Barron 8 9X789 Total Exposure (8) D Nyhan J W C ox 9 10X00 Yanke e Commando (9) M Edmonds S Ottley 10 00X00 Montmore nsy (10) M Edmonds J C urtin 4 11 10X01 Borde aux (11) P Iggo 12 0X500 Be rkshire Son (12) G Laing INDEPENDENT FISHERIES FFA PACE $12,000, c0–oc 13 53000 Pe te rhof (13) B Graham with cond., 2600m 14 73321 Me rlot (u1) K Hadfield

1 30692 Mr Me ddle (1) R Dunn 4 2 70035 He re We Go Again (2) J Gameson 3 01770 Northvie w Gamble r (3) B Mowbray 4 8997X Tijuana Bromac (4) A Best 5

Elios 1 6 10904 Mach’s Gladiator (5) P Burrows 3 7 43065 Mighty Flying Mac (6) C Dalgety 2 Choise Achie ve r (7) T Butt 8 60006 Barrier

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1 1960X Dillinge r (7) 62 J & K Parsons 2 4 2 44356. Diamond Edge (8) 58 Kennedy/Furlong 3 483X0. Nine Pin (11) 58 N Ridley 3 4 52097 Alice We bb Ellis (1) 56.5 M Tapper 1 5 2218X Paintball (5) 56 K & L Rae 6 616X0 Double Blue (3) 55.5 K & P Hughes 7 50051 Madam Be ntle y (2) 55.5 J & K Parsons 8 X9605 Me ls Evie (6) 55 J Hay 1 4:17pm NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES F&M MAIDEN 9 400X5. Mitcham (10) 55 N Coulbeck opt 617 $12,000, mdn 2yo&up f&m, 1200m 10 10751 Pe ggy’s Choice (9) 54.5 R McKay 1 4 1 2672X Ashwini (3) 57.5 R McKay 1 A McKay (a3) 11 09X59 Stormy Lass (4) 54.5 A Carston

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2 X2952 Pop Hit (10) 57.5 A Carston 1 3 026X0. Fashion Lass (11) 57.5 D Crozier 4 9530X Mystify Me (8) 57.5 B Inglis 5 98537 Royal Vision (12) 57.5 K & L Rae 6 6X366 Unico (6) 57.5 L Stewart 7 Graffiti (5) 57.5 Champion/Murphy 1 8 6X Mine rva (13) 57.5 A Taylor 3 9 426. Ticke ts On He r (2) 56 J & K Parsons 10 0560X Vicar’s Daughte r (9) 56 J Hay 1 2 11 5 Not Available (4) 56 M McCann 12 9. Barclay Cre e k (7) 56 Kennedy/Furlong 13 00X Conte nd (1) 56 B Smith 14 8X Se condye arfifth (14) 56 Kennedy/Furlong RD PETROLEUM OPEN HANDICAP 15 Driving Miss Daisy

2 X1108 Je n Jaccka (u1) B Gray N Williamson 1 3 24211 Que e n Ke nny (1) T Barron D Dunn 4 159D0 Fe athe r Boyz (1) E Lamb T C hmiel

5 22267 Vulcan (2) A Hoffman

K Butt (J) 1 38575 Flashing Good Time (1) B Morris B Morris 6 0080X Mome nt Of Sun (3) G & C Lee G Lee 0 2 0 Fe ar X change (2) Leith & Tim Robertson T Robertson 7 30070 Och Aye The Noo (u1) M Denton R McIlwrick (J) 1 3 6 Simple Ple asure (3) G Hunter C Barron 4 8 77710 Expe rime nt (u2) T Barron S Ottley 4 08P Ge t Carte r (4) M G Brown S Tomlinson (J) MICHELLE CAIG BREEDING FOR THE PREMIER MBL PACE 9 48539 Jaccka Jack (1) C Smaill B Barclay 5 80 Bobbie ’s Girl (5) K Barclay K Barclay 2:38pm 3

1 0 04055 Springbank Sam (2) P Williamson

B Williamson (J) $7,500, 3yo+ c1 mob. pace , 2400m 6 5708 Cyclone Charlie (6) N McGrath D Dunn 11 Jag’s Invasion SC RATC HED 7 05X05 He za Rocke t (7) A Armour R McIlwrick (J) A Armour 1 60577 Pe nnyana (1) J Lynch 4 2 12244 Smiling Armada (2) H Hunter 4 8 8X207 Re galmahon (8) H Hunter T Dewe (J) H Hunter RYAL BUSH TRANSPORT JUNIOR DRIVERS MOBILE PACE 3 3 313X1 All Joke s Aside (3) C Barron

C Barron 4:26pm Tact Minaj (9) T Proctor S Walkinshaw $6,000, 4yo+ c1 mob. pace jun.d, 2400m 9 FX Barrier 4 6X278 Flight De ck (4) C Barron B Barclay 1 14265 Tight Lippe d (1) C Barron J Young (J) C Ferguson (J) 2 2100X Swe e t As (2) A Paisley 0 10 30969 Combie n (21) M Kerr R Swain 5 3229X Summe rtime Lizzie (5) W Adams J C ampbell (J) H Hunter 2 11 4 Son Of Brahma (22) B Gray B Barclay 6 00355 In The Kitty (6) H Hunter 1 3 3137 Isola Be lla (3) K Larsen

K C ox (J) 2 7 331 Pass The Spe ights (7) B McLellan B McLellan 4 67593 Rive r Patrol (4) C Laurenson 12 768 Lindali (23) L Wilson N Williamson A Fitzgerald (J) 0 8 9PX57 Franco Tyson (8) L Bond 13 99 Hi De light (24) P Hunter P Hunter 5 7870X Johan’s Je t (5) J Lynch R Rogers (J) 1 9 21 Galactic Star (9) D Baynes A Beck 3 14 5 Luciano (25) B McLellan B McLellan 4 6 64353 Laughing Cavalie r (6) H Hunter T Dewe (J)

Barrier 15 Big Smoke (26) C Laurenson A Milne

7 6X398 Hokuri Railrida (7) A Hoffman K Butt (J) 16 5 Nikau Robyn (27) H Hunter T C hmiel 8 2P1X6 Lamborne Road (8) W Adams T Dewe (J) 10 95744 Tubby Jim (21) B Gooch C Ferguson (J) 11 42168 Tuape ka Troy (22) B Shirley N Williamson 2 Change saw (9) A Hoffman R McIlwrick (J) UPPER CUTS BUTCHERY MOBILE PACE 12 6146 Tactical VC (23) T Proctor 9 1X222 Barrier S Walkinshaw 1:29pm $7,000, 3yo+ c0 mob. pace , 2400m 13 71X30 Le olas De light (24) M G Brown A Armour 10 82147 Black Athe na (21) B Shirley M Anderson (J) 1 1 222 Be tte r Go Hurry (1) B Gray B Barclay 14 604X0 Twitte r Bromac (25) J Gameson C D Thornley 11 452P4 A Damn Good Excuse (22) T Barron M Parker (J) 3 2 4434 Major Vibe s (2) R Wilson N Williamson 15 85264 The Tisbury Te rror (26) K Barclay K Barclay 12 0X833 Annajodi (23) M G Brown S Tomlinson (J) 4 3 7X38 Stanle y Ross Robyn (3) H Hunter S Walkinshaw 0 16 08909 Nothingforthe me dia (u1) D McLachlan M Anderson (J) 3 13 135X Southe rn Pursuit (24) C Barron B Williamson (J) 4 Bettor’s Power SC RATC HED Nothingforthemedia SC RATC HED HIGHVIEW TOMMY AT WOODLANDS STUD MOBILE PACE 14 5 0 Fe ar X change (4) Leith & Tim Robertson T Robertson 3:15pm $7,000, 3yo+ c0 mob. pace , 2400m 6 5 Paddy McCole (5) J Gameson C D Thornley ALABAR CENTENARY CUP PACE $14,999, 4yo+ 5:01 pm 7 7 Cora Jaccka (6) W Adams C Ferguson (J) 1 6327X Blow A Cloud (1) J Tither A Armour c2–oc spe chcp, 3200m 2 8 Franco Tai (7) T & G Chmiel T C hmiel 2 0X003 I Try (2) H Hunter H Hunter 1 1 22411 Costa De l Magnifico (1) B Shirley N Williamson

Crackamoa (8) B Morris B Morris 3 74X04 Raksmach (3) P Hunter P Hunter 2 17129 Osse ssione (2) A Black B Williamson (J) 9 Barrier 4 029X0 Mattje stic Bre e ze (4) J Gameson M Williamson 3 55415 Milligan (1) R Wilson C Ferguson (J) 3 5 4X743 Unde rstudy (5) H Hunter S Walkinshaw 4 847X0 Shak’n Culle n (2) G & C Lee 10 587 Will I Am (21) A McVicar B McLellan G Lee 1 6 0X0X3 Rare Pocke t (6) G Anderson D Dunn 5 980X8 Groomsman (3) H Hunter 11 255X Hanna’s Boy (22) P Hunter P Hunter S Walkinshaw 4 7 204 Lucas (7) D Wilson K Barclay 6 515X0 Char Do Ne igh (4) A McVicar 12 0 Mandolin (23) H Hunter H Hunter B Barclay 2 8 Brilliant Mac (8) W Adams C Ferguson (J) 7 21X73 Wick (5) B McLellan 13 267 Knockmanaugh (24) I Wilson A Beck B McLellan Nicky Minaj (9) J Earl N Williamson 14 9X379 Callme kiwi (25) D McLachlan M Anderson (J) 4 8 44411 Machrie (6) Katrina & John Price M Williamson 9 5X Barrier 9 35533 De vil May Care (7) H Hunter H Hunter AB LIME LTD JUNIOR DRIVERS TROT $7,000, 4yo+ 10 0 Lady’s Lass (21) Leith & Tim Robertson T Robertson 10 76X24 Rainbow Romance (u1) K Barclay K Barclay 2:04pm c1–c2 spe chcp jun.d, 2400m 11 55678 First Son (22) S Matheson K Butt (J) 2 11 11X31 I’m Full Of Excuse s (1) C Barron C Barron 1 99359 Kylie Castle ton (1) P Williamson M Anderson (J) 12 30969 Combie n (23) M Kerr R Swain 3 12 06701 Re gal Ide al (1) T Barron D Dunn 2 672X0 Moon Counte ss (2) G & C Lee S Tomlinson (J) 13 98728 Pocke t Cae sar (24) L Veint B Morris AON INSURANCE EQUINE STAKES MARES PACE 3 3 0X520 Sunny De mon (3) A Hoffman R McIlwrick (J) 14 8X352 Don’t Call Me (25) G Gibson-Smith B Barclay 5:40pm 4 0008X Anothe r De light (4) R Wilson $14,999, c0–c3 with cond., 1609m A Fitzgerald (J) TREVOR PROCTOR PAINTER/A W KYLE BUILDER HCP 1 1X645 Sauchie hall (1) J Gameson 1 5 33301 Madam Spur (5) P Williamson B Williamson (J) 3:51pm C D Thornley TROT $8,000, 4yo+ c3–oc spe chcp, 2400m 2 X805X Picobe llo (2) D Baynes 6 10X04 The Badge r (6) D Larkins J Morrison (J) A Beck 7 03 Abraham Jone s (7) A Black 2 1 98221 Mass Invasion (1) C Barron J Kennett (J) C Barron 3 34X60 Van Eva (3) S Cook M Williamson 12:54pm

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B McLellan SC RATC HED D Dunn T Dewe (J) SC RATC HED M Anderson (J) C D Thornley B Barclay H Hunter B Morris C Barron C Ferguson (J) S Walkinshaw A Beck M Williamson SC RATC HED

TERROR TO LOVE AT PINELEA FARM MOBILE PACE $8,000, 4yo+ c2 mob. pace , 2400m

1 13710 Ze n Warrior (1) B Shirley 2 8X511 Ode tte Jaccka (2) B Gray 3 X9276 Platinum Prince ss (3) A Hoffman 4 58014 Nightmarch (4) M Kerr 5 24817 Moondyne Joe (5) B Gray 3 6 1310 Backse at Chick (6) B Heads 7 60224 Acolyte (7) H Hunter 8 13062 Macardo (8) M G Brown 1 Re turn To Se nde r (9) R Dunn 9 51725 Barrier

10 43165 Double Rainbow (21) S Walkinshaw 2 11 10112 Arde n’s Concord (22) M Saunders 4 12 20641 Uncle Be n (23) K Larsen

M Anderson (J) J W C ox R McIlwrick (J) R Swain T C hmiel N Williamson H Hunter A Armour D Dunn S Walkinshaw B Barclay K Larsen

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Awapuni Races

Tomorrow at Awapuni

December 19, 2015

3 Curragh SCRATCHED 4 4 1 Mackintosh (2) 57.5 J Bridge J Riddell $20,000, rating 65 benchmark*, 1400m R Myers PX # REC Horse (Barrier) kg Trainer Jockey 5 12040 Perfect Harmonee (6) 57.5 P Belsham 3

6 3323 Henree Winkler (8) 56 L Latta 1 4 1 0020X Flying Ibis (6) 60 T Pike M Coleman 7 437. Casaquinman (4) 56 S Brown J Parkes 2 2 X0275 Hot Spot (5) 58.5 G Lambert 1 D Mo (a2) 8 90372 Bella Court (7) 55.5 L Latta 1 D Bradley 3 10X0X La Adelita (1) 58.5 R Bergerson 1 R Hannam 9 1980X China Silk (3) 55.5 D Guy C Grylls 4 106X8 MacFinn (11) 58.5 R Frost H Tinsley 5 32X13 Lincoln’s Sunset (8) 58 L Latta 1 D Bradley 3:08PM MILLS REEF PREMIER R75 6 53367 Maxssistar (2) 58 S Brown J Riddell OPT 404 $25,000, rating 75 benchmark, 1200m 7 14. Curragh (9) 58 Busuttin/Young C Grylls 1 27X17 Written Command (9) 61.5 M Eales 1 8

Mackintosh SCRATCHED 2 08X23 Charlestown (12) 60 L Latta 1 D Turner (a1) 1 9 3X21 Icehouse (12) 57.5 A Sharrock J Parkes 3 X0080. Centre Attention (8) 59 G Innes J Riddell 10 210 Raghu (3) 57.5 T Pike M Du Plessis 3 4 941X1 Smashing (1) 58 Autridge/Richards C Johnson 3 11 X3410 Porotene Diva (4) 57 K Gray C Johnson 5 2X413 Darci Mac (11) 57 A Sharrock D Mo (a2) 12 X1039 Konohiki (10) 56.5 J Guilford R Myers 4 6 X3861 Watch This Space (2) 56.5 Hillis/Kesner C Grylls 13 070X5 Silk Belt (7) 54 K Gray L Allpress 2 7 3X121 Isola Bella (10) 55.5 A Sharrock L Allpress J Parkes BROKERWEB RISK SERVICES 2YO PREMIER 8 5X150 Bazz (5) 55.5 B Foote 1:57PM R Hannam $20,000, 2yo sw+p, 1100m 9 0X731. Platinum Express (7) 54 L Latta 1 OPT 402 1 10 X3116 La Fille En Jeu (3) 54 N Auret M Du Plessis 1 1 21. Caorunn (7) 57.5 Busuttin/Young L Allpress R Myers 4 2 1. Hugo The Boss (6) 57.5 J Bary J Riddell 11 X5384 Silver Bubbles (6) 54 D & C Bothwell K Myers 3 159. The Duke Of Jazz (3) 57.5 MacMillan/Berry D Mo (a2) 12 723X4 Fancy Nancy (4) 54 L Greig 4 624 Itz My One (4) 56 K Gray C Johnson 3:46PM MCDONALDS PREMIER R85 3 5 Cha Siu Bao (5) 56 O'Sullivan/Scott C Grylls OPT 405 $30,000, rating 85 benchmark, 2000m 6 2. Platinum Raider (2) 54 L Latta 1 M Du Plessis

1 X8560 Anniesstar (3) 60 G Vile 1 D Mo (a2) 2 7 3 Showmeyamoneyhoney (1) 54 L Latta 1 D Bradley 2 51612. Diamantine (2) 59 J Wheeler J Parkes 2:33PM RICH HILL STUD 3YO PREMIER 3 00537 Antonio (14) 58.5 S Kay D Turner (a1) $20,000, 3yo sw+p, 1400m 4 03042 Red King (13) 58 D O'Leary OPT 403 C Grylls 2 1 1X127. Scrutinize (5) 58.5 Autridge/Richards J Riddell C Johnson 5 04161 No Change (1) 57.5 P Nelson 1 2 1 Cochise (1) 57.5 T Pike M Du Plessis 6 0X590 Right Royal Rose (10) 56 R Frost M Dravitzki (a1) 1:22PM OPT 401

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Rangiora Harness

Sunday at Rangiora

BISHOPDALE/BUSH INN TAB’S/TAVERN HAREWOOD

$6,000, 4yo+ c0–c2, others with cond., 1950m PX # REC Horse (Start pos) Trainer Driver

1 97955 Vanhalem (1) A Hutton 2 X2109 Taylahs Girl (2) B Weaver 3 70706 The Mighty Falcon (3) P Bagrie 4 61506 Franco Tariq (4) P Anderson 5 6PX07 Stylish Babe (5) J McDermott 6 08509 Selester (6) S Blake 7 48898 Franco Caliph (7) D Taylor 3 8 92824 Donegal Jimmy Dave (8) R Dunn

Smokin Chick (9) D Taylor 9 22180 Barrier

1 10 25106 Spirit Eclipse (21) N McGrath 2 11 53833 Red Under Fire (22) G Cook 12 035P6 Handlebar Hank (23) R Reekie 4 13 40373 Billy Jack (24) D & C Butt

A Hutton B Wilmott S Murtha P Anderson J McDermott S Blake R Sissons A Edge T Sissons

December 20, 2015

11 586 Xavier John (11) J Hay 12 X4009 Heavenly Love (12) M Edmonds 13 73056 Dark Ops (u1) A Clark 14 05 Chivilcoy (u2) M Smolenski 1:50PM

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Gore Races Sunday at Gore

December 20, 2015

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R Cuneen (a1) HERIOT HOTEL & GORE SEPTIC TANK CLEANERS MAIDEN 7 2305X Risky Flight (15) 56.5 E Winsloe 1 12:25PM C Barnes (a1) $10,000, mdn, 1335m 8 837 Olive’s Choice (11) 56.5 E Winsloe 1 Franky Doyle (5) 56.5 A Hewitson S Wynne (a) PX # REC Horse (Barrier) kg Trainer Jockey 9 No Charge (10) 55 T Kennedy 1 Rock A Billy Rebel (6) 58.5 N & B Blatch R Hannam 10 3 11 8 Sheza Diamond (1) 55 J & K Parsons C Johnson 1 2 2 Darci Inn (7) 57 J & K Parsons C Johnson Olden Days (14) 55 K Tyler K Kalychurun (a3) 3 6X308 Rock Solid (5) 56.5 M Hamilton J Chong 12 0 13 Red Tempest (3) 55 K Tapper D Prastiyou (a2) 3 4 49X5 The Cover Girl (11) 56.5 Bros/Dennis J Lowry (a2) 0 14 9X My Swissmiss (2) 56.5 B Laking 5 45X98 Roman Goddess (9) 56.5 R Black R Black 0 15 0X600 Nothinlykher (13) 56.5 J Phillips 4 6 59859 Zah Good One (4) 56.5 K Tyler K Kalychurun (a3) 0 16 0X The Music Guru (9) 56.5 Bros/Dennis 7 707 Burwood (2) 56.5 J Dalton S Muniandy 0 17 0588X Double Panda (8) 58.5 G Gibson 1 8 7X000 Chili Pepper (10) 56.5 M Hamilton T Direen MATAURA LICENSING TRUST RATING 75 HANDICAP 9 7X906 Elecdes (3) 56.5 J Yeo T Moseley 2:07PM $12,000, rating 75 benchmark, 1200m 10 68 That’s Not The Go (8) 56.5 E Winsloe 1 R Cuneen (a1) 3 1 865X6 All Spice (6) 63 J McKay 1 C Johnson 2 11 50024 Manamanup (1) 55 S Washington R Bishop 4 2 3614X The Gallant Girl (2) 56.5 Bros/Dennis J Lowry (a2) HOKONUI HONDA & WHITE ROBE LODGE MAIDEN 3 0879X High Rise (1) 56.5 G Gibson 1 S Muniandy 12:57PM 1 4 X0783 Hell Raiser (7) 54.5 J & K Parsons C Spittles $10,000, mdn, 1335m 2 5 20014 Fantamo (3) 54 K Tyler 1 0588X Double Panda (3) 58.5 G Gibson 1 K Kalychurun (a3) D Prastiyou (a2)

6 144X9 The Barmaid (5) 54 Bros/Dennis

R Cuneen (a1) 2 7X98 Top Prize (6) 58.5 M Hamilton S Wynne (a) H Bennet (a3) 3 90 Oh Nova (5) 57 J Dalton R Hannam 7 1075X Let’s Escape (8) 54 K Tyler D Prastiyou (a2) 1 4 9X442. Penny A Thought (8) 56.5 B Tapper R Bishop 8 X6800 Agostini (4) 54 M Hamilton T Moseley 4 5 3X050 All In Touch (2) 56.5 S Blair-Edie L Callaway 9 996X7 Master Chief (9) 54 V Bonham-Hoskin 2 6 63056. Katango (1) 56.5 B Laking K Selvan WEST OTAGO TRANSPORT & SGT DAN STOCKFOODS 2:42PM 7 0950. Too Curious (4) 56.5 B & S Anderton MAIDEN $10,000, mdn, 2000m S Muniandy 1 1 5X622 Shantav (10) 58.5 S Tyler B Murray (a3) 8 9X700 Annaghagh (12) 56.5 C Black R Black 2 2 3X062 The Man (4) 58.5 B & S Anderton 9 0970X Ma Jeunesse (7) 56.5 E Winsloe 1 J Lowry (a2) R Cuneen (a1) 10 0X The Music Guru (9) 56.5 Bros/Dennis J Lowry (a2) 3 4X548 Taniwha (6) 58.5 J Curran S Wynne (a) 3 11 7 Unonutudelere (10) 56.5 T Kennedy C Johnson 4 74 Payment Pending (17) 58.5 G Wright R Black 12 70 Gun Law (11) 55 K Thompson T Moseley 5 0X097 Twizel Guru (5) 58.5 B & S Anderton C Barnes (a1) 4 6 0X025 Conceal (7) 56.5 T Kennedy C Johnson BLATCH RACING & ADVANCE AGRICULTURE MAIDEN 1:32PM 3 7 70453 Discussing Flags (3) 56.5 N & B Blatch R Hannam $10,000, mdn 2yo&up, 1200m D Walsh 2 1 X2232 Jimmy (6) 58.5 N & B Blatch R Hannam 8 903 Miss Tuscan (1) 56.5 S McKay A McKay (a3) 1 2 2X2 Kruger Rand (7) 58.5 Patterson/Horrell 1 D Skerrett 9 X8300 Oh So Smart (19) 56.5 B Tapper C Spittles 3 D6X29 Carmody (12) 58.5 Patterson/Horrell 1 B Murray (a3) 10 0005 Auriol (14) 56.5 J & K Parsons S Muniandy 4

The King SCRATCHED 11 55. So Gallant (11) 56.5 B & S Anderton 00 Brief Encounter (8) 56.5 G Eade K Kalychurun (a3) 5 4075X Shaara (16) 58.5 J & J Gordon K Selvan 12 13 30066 Mrs Nevill (2) 56.5 M Hamilton 4 6 8. Dynamic (4) 57 M & M Pitman J Chong

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7 14921 Perfectlyenchanted (15) 54.5 N Auret 2 8 01215 China Star (11) 54 L Latta 1 9 73461. Sarabi (6) 54 H Renall 10 60065 Iffwedance (7) 54 T Riddell 1 11 40X58 Sir Gus (9) 54 K Gray 3 12 59211 Dezignator (12) 54 Hillis/Kesner 1 13 27281 Earl’s Court (8) 54 David & Emma Haworth 14 48040 Back In Black (5) 54 J Steffert 4 15 63149 Nymph Monte (4) 54 G Nicholson 4:21PM 406

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DOUBLES TREBLES QUADDIES FIRST 4 PLACE 6

1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 2-3-4, 6-7-8 1-2-3-4, 5-6-7-8 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 3-4-5-6-7-8

6 7X102. Sampson (14) 53.5 H Mathews 1 7 1X428 Fredrick William (2) 53 B Newman 4 8 73902 Smartly (8) 53 Hillis/Kesner C Johnson 9 23562 Grey Guru (13) 53 R Connors L Allpress 10 0X251 Salford Art (3) 53 T Pike R Myers 11 66719 City Chic (4) 53 L Latta 1 C Dell (a1) 12 53443 St Ransom (5) 53 G Vile 1 M Coleman 13 09213 Skybird (10) 53 S Cookson KAMADA PARK MANAWATU CHALLENGE STAKES 14 9X265 Guarantor (7) 53 M Oulaghan 1 $100,000, wfa, 1400m

1 51126 Kawi (8) 59 A Sharrock 3 1 2 04810 Tomorrowland (7) 59 D Guy 3 5X427. Mighty Solomon (2) 59 L Latta 1 4 63X31 Speech Craft (1) 59 T Riddell 1 5 11X14 Hayley Maree (5) 57 K Tyler 4 6 9X107 Slice Of Class (9) 57 K Zimmerman 7 0X077 Trepidation (3) 57 C McNab 8 1521X Bel Sorriso (4) 57 G Searle 2 9 227X3. Saavoya (6) 57 Baker/Forsman 10 83248 Miss Appleton (10) 57 G Vile 1

J Parkes C Grylls J Riddell C Johnson D Bothamley M Du Plessis K Myers M Coleman L Allpress R Hannam

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Track Information Type: Grass; Direction: Left-handed; Length: 1764m; Weather: Mainly Fine C D Thornley S Golding (J) D Dunn L McKay (J) W Higgs

DOUBLES TREBLES QUADDIES FIRST 4 PLACE 6

J Parkes C Grylls R Myers M Dravitzki (a) M Coleman S Wynne (a) C Dell (a) C Johnson L Allpress

MURPHY PROPERTIES PREMIER R75

$25,000, rating 75 benchmark, 1600m

1 31X01. Cafe Culture (10) 61.5 M Larsen 1 2 17451 Tiger Tim (8) 59.5 J Bary 3 X0080 Postboy (7) 59 R Bergerson 1 4 X6561 Castup (1) 58 R Bergerson 1 5 X6401 Joby (5) 57.5 B Newman 3 6 32331 Kairanga Lad (6) 57.5 B McDermott 7 3X469 Master Thomas (14) 57.5 T Collis 1 8 Luen Yat Miracle 9 X9628 Ollie’s Note (9) 57 L Knight 2 10 31314 Keilib (4) 56.5 S Kay 4:56PM HOTEL COACHMAN MANAWATU CUP $100,000, opn hcp, 2300m 11 4X157 Letsgetiton (3) 56 M Breslin 1 OPT 407 3 1 53132 Authentic Paddy (6) 61 L Latta 1 R Hannam 12 78880 Justlikeyasister (15) 55 G Vile 1 2 2 X8921 Madonna Mia (9) 56.5 A Sharrock D Bradley 13 X4142 Heavens Keep (13) 55 L Tanner 1 3 X8035 Weregoingtogetcha (1) 54.5 D Hayes 1 M Du Plessis 4 14 5X751 Catalina De Lago (2) 54.5 M Oulaghan 1 4 0275D Blood Brotha (12) 53.5 R Connors K Smith 15 43017 Endure (11) 54.5 K Gray 5 02464 King Kamada (11) 53.5 L Latta 1 K Myers 16 16X61 Runway (12) 54.5 J Wheeler

Nothingtolaughabout (9) P Robertson 9 88PX5 Barrier

10 287X0 Burn Off (21) B Kerr 2 11 1P Bettor Be A Lady (22) C Dalgety COUNTRY FEASTS MOBILE PACE 12 80900 Fair Dinkum Bromac (23) M Jones $6,000, c0 with cond. mob. pace, 1950m 13 1206X Zena Mac (24) M Jones

1 06027 Ashes To Wings (1) M Smolenski D Dunn 2 000X0 Thomas (2) W Williams C McDowell 3 94400 The Nans Man (3) L O'Reilly L O'Reilly 1 4 66232 Lunar Rose (4) B Butt J Dunn 5 8600 Best Laid Plans (5) J McDermott C D Thornley 6 98754 Boomer (6) J Parsons R Close 2 7 0622 Onedin Highlander (7) P Burrows P Wallace 8 2600X Alonzo Amir (8) G Townley R Holmes G Cook 9 X80X0 Rico Gold (9) G Bates J Morrison (J)

Barrier R Reekie B White 10 68090 Zoerotten (21) R Thornley G O'Reilly 11 X9980 Itsa Leggy Lass (22) B Mills K Cameron PLOUGH HOTEL PACE 12:45PM 4 12 930X3 Livadia (23) K Barron B Orange $6,000, 3yo+ c0 pace, 2600m K Cox (J) 1 Great Times Ahead (1) D Thompson M Neilson 13 028 Supreme Blue Chip (24) M Murcott 0 14 X5003 Real Love (25) R Jenkins A Lethaby 0 2 0X06 Sweet Marylou (2) A Garters S McNally 3 15 65X42 Toot Toot (u1) P Burrows 4 3 66X03 Sioux West (3) B Waldron 2 4 02462 Linton Shard (4) C Dalgety D Dunn KENNY MOORE - CLEAN UP CANTERBURY TROT 1 5 8 Cullenz Diamond (5) B Hill R May 2:22PM $6,000, 4yo+ c0 trot, 2600m 6 Bionic Man (6) R Holmes R Holmes 1 590X4 Johnny Alexander (1) J Howe J W Cox 0 7 09075 Rainy River (7) C McDowell 4 2 93X9 Early Invasion (2) K O'Connor C McDowell K O'Connor 8 95 She’sa Tricky Bridge (8) B Mills K Cameron 3 Elvis P (3) M Perriton M Perriton 9 77366 Green Fingers (9) L Jones 3 4 02470 Wandering Star (4) A Lowe C DeFilippi A Lowe 3 10 25022 Extreme Guest (10) M Smolenski 1 5 76X36 Precious Moment (5) M Edmonds S Ottley M Edmonds 11 Smooth N Easy (11) L Jones R Close 6 0879X Pure Emotion (6) L Jones J Keast 12 8343 Joemaro (12) M Austin J Curtin 7 70X0X Family Night (7) G McCrea I Cameron 13 0X Uprizing (13) D & C Butt 2 8 8X3 Duchess Grace (8) C McDowell J Dunn C McDowell 14 X7068 Anika Lindenny (14) D Bennett D Bennett 9 9X Lady Tanya (9) B Heron J Dunn 15 79383 Red River Lochee (15) J McDermott C D Thornley 10 00007 Brylins Choice (10) D Isherwood C Markham 0 16 68X80 Valmara (16) M Cations 11 Rusty I Am SCRATCHED M Cations 17 70982 Windfall (17) R Dunn M Purvis (J) 12 87X Jedi Josh (u1) B Weaver R Holmes 13 70 Roi Des Gitans (u2) M Smolenski D Dunn DOUG LAMB STOCKMAN’S FRIEND TROT 1:15PM C Harrison $6,000, 3yo+ c0 trot, 2600m 14 8887 Tijuana Taxi (u3) C Harrison 1 0X00X Caribbean Fizz (1) G McCrea I Cameron J D & E A PROPERTIES MOBILE PACE 2:57PM 2 076 Brylin Rose (2) J Versteeg J Versteeg $6,500, 3yo+ c1 mob. pace, 1950m 3 3 0462X Redwood Invasion (3) R Holmes 3 1 18084 El Of A Kiwi (1) R Holmes R Holmes R Holmes 1 4 4X742 Lavros Texas (4) R Jenkins A Lethaby 2 4187X Go Fella Go (2) A Stuart B Orange 2 5 29934 Jana’s Wishes (5) G O'Reilly 4 3 64838 Nui Toc Tien (3) S Dolan G O'Reilly S Ottley 6 0 Blood And Whisky (6) G Smith G Smith 4 1X250 Mach’s Terminator (4) P Burrows G Smith 7 P88 Forgot To Remember (7) A Stuart T Chmiel 5 0080X Wozniacki (5) J Harrington J Harrington (J) 4 8 72537 Allineedisamiracle (8) K Townley 1 6 4568X Art Exhibit (6) M Shinn D Dunn T Chmiel 9 00889 Natives Brite Gem (9) A Thornton R Close 7 6X584 Thats Bettor (7) B Weaver B Weaver 10 07389 Landora’s Logan (10) B Clark B Clark 8 60X73 Carisma (8) D Mitchell

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Track Information Type: Grass; Expected: Dead; Direction: Left-handed; Length: 1800m; Straight: 400m; Rail: Rail; Weather: Mainly Fine

R Myers J Riddell H Tinsley D Turner (a1) C Grylls J Parkes M Cropp SCRATCHED M Coleman R Hannam K Myers D Mo (a2) M Du Plessis L Allpress C Johnson M Dravitzki (a1)

2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11 1-2-3, 5-6-7, 9-10-11 2-3-4-5, 8-9-10-11 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 6-7-8-9-10-11

2 07069 Never Fear (2) P O'Reilly P O'Reilly 1 3 41410 Galleons Royale (3) C & J DeFilippi C DeFilippi 4 X2110 Gee Up Neddy (4) L Jones D Butt 5 00X00 Free Bird (u1) B Ward S Ottley 2 6 35437 Live The Dream (1) D Taylor R May JACK BEHRNS MEMORIAL TROT $6,500, 4yo+ 3:32PM D Bennett c1–c2, c3 with cond. spechcp, 2600m 7 84P70 Cherry Lindenny (2) D Bennett 3

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10 1X817 Princess Brook (7) 56.5 T Kennedy 11 0X240 Avow (10) 55 B & S Anderton L Callaway 1 12 47X62. Tutor (2) 55 M Carter 13 71027 Rosheen (4) 54.5 J & K Parsons 14 X2431. Dreamworld (15) 54 J Reece 0 15 01106 Zah Keisha (11) 54 K Tyler DODDS MEMORIAL & AB LIME RATING 65 HANDICAP $10,000, rating 65 benchmark*, 2000m

1 13429 Cairnsville (16) 60 K Cairns 4 1 2 32222 Centavada (13) 59.5 J Dalton 3 5X010. Kototama (10) 58.5 M Henry 4 50X37 Shakti (6) 58.5 J & J Gordon 3 5 99535 Lady Platinum (15) 58 L Vaughan 6 07X05 Akal (14) 58 B & S Anderton 7 56605 Life’s In A Spin (8) 58 K Tyler 2 8 94103 Letthethunderroll (7) 57.5 S McKay 9 17290 Sally Getcha Gun (12) 57.5 K Thompson 10 X2093 The Lion Queen (3) 57.5 S Prince 11 30986 Golden Tower (4) 57 S Blair-Edie 12 4X887 Ivanskavinskyskvar (1) 57 S Prince 13 00584 Peter Parker (5) 56.5 G Wright 14 0X004 Clareville Flight (2) 54.5 K Tyler 0 15 X7640. Deebee Don (9) 56 N & B Blatch 0 16 54X87 Falena (11) 54 G Robinson

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1 340X0. A Beautiful Knight (11) 60 K Tyler 4 K Kalychurun (a3) 2 X0431 Abell Road (10) 59.5 L Didham C Johnson 3 5700X The Grinner (4) 59.5 Bros/Dennis R Cuneen (a1) 4 2350X Thegreatpickpocket (6) 56.5 J Sheridan 1 J Lowry (a2) 3 5 0X385 Double Tap (2) 56.5 Kerry & Ian Taplin R Hannam 6 84010 Chancery Lane (3) 56 K Thompson T Moseley 7 50X90 Readywhenyouare (5) 56 J Curran S Wynne (a) 8 Skeet SCRATCHED 9 480X0 Indy Ruler (7) 55.5 V Bonham-Hoskin R Black 10 000X4 Brahma Queen (1) 54 M Henry T Direen 2 11 X9603 Revolve (9) 54 S Blair-Edie D Prastiyou (a2) 1 12 0X684 Velocious Satin (8) 54 L Vaughan 5:02PM

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Friday, December 18, 2015

Christmas at the races The Christmas meeting has regularly been an enjoyable event for hundreds of punters on the day, and with fine weather forecast for today all the on-course attractions will proceed with many enjoying the opportunity to participate.

The regular pie eating/Speights competition, undie run over 80m, and woolpack race all carry prizes and participants and onlookers alike can look forward to some fun.

Racing starts at 12.47 and the eight race programme concludes at 4.50 with a live band operating throughout the day.

A total of 92 horses are entered with locals involved in many of the races and as usual they are expected to pick up a few of the winning stakes on offer.

The track is in excellent order thanks to track convenor Gary Chamberlain and committeemen.

Greg Jones runs the rule over today’s runners The first of the day could result in victory for the perennial visitor from the far North in Kenny Rae with Kolaman. A solid first-up effort at Cromwell augurs well for this and he has performed reasonably against Derby and Stakes winners in the past.

Both Rapt and Daifuku have sound recent form and they should be in the firing line although they have sometimes been unconvincing at this trip and the wide draws will not help.

Carbide will be aided by barrier 2 but never being tried at a distance this short when trained in the north gives cause for niggling doubt.

Kirina Belle looks best of the rest. * * * * * The second event has attracted a disappointingly small field but the tactical nature of the event could see any of the five starters win.

Sadlers Rock has been rock solid lately and deserves a winning turn.

In the hands of wily David Walsh he could dictate the pace and consequently the outcome.

She’s Insatiable will benefit from the small field and even the top weight might not stop last year’s Wellington Cup placegetter from regaining winning form.

Both Merci Cherie and Kaharau have been in winning form recently and with the weight advantage over the others their final sprints could be more effective. * * * * * The maiden 2100m event looks to be a two-horse battle on exposed form. Bloodstream tackles this trip for the first time but has all the attributes to take this out and may have a better turn of foot than Bobby Al who has been racing well and should go close especially with a significant riding change.

No Deal has looked promising at times and the draw and weight claim assist.

Skills looks the boilover prospect in its southern debut. * * * * * Race 4 is the 2100m event for rating 65 horses and Placid Princess looks well-placed to take this out. Strong efforts in good fields recently appear good enough to have her back in the winner’s circle.

Missteeflying has performed well on the course at this distance before and it would be unwise to overlook its chances.

McMay has also won two on the track and another solid performance is likely while multibet

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In brief

■ ASHBURTON

The concept of Christmas functions and parties happening at the races is well established now, and in fact continues to grow.

Ashburton Racing Club secretary Gareth Murfitt reports that as usual all sites are taken in the marquee area this year accommodating 500 guests, with an extra seven tents erected outside to cater for the various groups coming to enjoy a different themed Christmas party.

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Right on target Group One performer Sound Proposition is on target for an overdue return to racing. He furthered his preparation with an exhibition gallop at Matamata on Wednesday and ended his work with a final 600 metres in 34.12.

“He’s had immaturity issues so we gave him a long break and he’ll run at Ellerslie on Boing Day,” cotrainer Andrew Scott said. “It will be exciting to see him back to the races.”

- NZME

Bosson at Doomben Opie Bosson will be on international duty in Queensland tomorrow.

He will represent New Zealand in the jockeys’ origin series at Doomben where he will ride Maximillian (race six) and Adorabubble (race eight).

Queensland and New South Wales currently share the lead in the series with 11 points with New Zealand on seven and Victoria at the bottom of the table with five.

- NZME

Classic next up The Gr.2 Cambridge Stud Eight Carat Classic is next on Danica Guy’s wish list for Capella. The Matamata trainer confirmed the Boxing Day feature as the filly’s next start following her home track victory on Wednesday. It was Capella’s second win in four starts for breeder-owner Gary Harding and her first outing since she finished on well for a close eighth from a wide gate in the Gr.2 Sarten Memorial.

- NZME

Boxing Day in mind

Freshened since finishing second to El Chico on the final day of the New Zealand Cup carnival, Miss Alice resumes at Ashburton today in the RD Petroleum Open (1400m), a race trainers John and Karen Parsons hope will help condition her for her Christmas racing target, the Listed Timaru PHOTO RACE IMAGES Cup (1600m) on December 28. followers should also include Mister Spiderman who looks to be approaching form and the talented but enigmatic Lukander. * * * * * Alyth looks the likely winner of race 5 performing at a high level in her Cup meeting outing and while not winning as expected next start the run had merit.

Coup Tauranga would be expected to have improved from the first up effort and looks a leading chance for the Pitman team while Opihi Ranger has looked handy enough to be winning races at a higher level than maidens.

The fresh-up refugee from Ruakaka, Sernegetti Sun, could be a threat first up as well. * * * * * The open 1400m event contains some talented performers with a strong gallop likely throughout.

Miss Alice ran top races at the Cup carnival and the course and distance stats are great indicating she is a clear top pick.

Absolute Excelencia is in good form

and the apprentice rider should aid its chances.

Dr Dee Bee loves the home course and performs well on the fresh side and is a likely leader.

Our Premonition has surprised here before and is a definite win chance as well.

Volcano could be the boilover with the weight relief and an honest performance is likely. * * * * * Race 7 is the NZ Insurance Pearl series maiden restricted to fillies and mares and these are generally highly competitive affairs with the higher stake attached.

The most interesting runner is the Champion and Murphy-trained and owned Graffiti which has won two trials most convincingly.

Given time to strengthen in the last year, this mare has shown a real ability to quicken and from a good alley she could be a winning debutant.

Tickets On Her is a promising filly who finished second in a similar event two starts ago before taking on better company at the Cup

meeting, looks hard to beat.

Pop Hit was just nabbed by a smart one at Riccarton and has the pace to suit this course.

Ashwini is a well bred mare from the north having her first start for the McKay barn. Had run second three times up there so should feature in the judge’s call. * * * * * The last is a tricky affair with numerous chances. Paintball is an honest type with trials to fit it for this task and although it will improve with the run expect a forward showing.

Madam Bentley showed her potential when winning last time and could easily repeat with another front running performance.

Mitcham is another on the way up and the ability is there to take this out.

Of the others Alice Webb Alice has pace but questionable desire and Stormy Lass appeals as the roughie.

Best Bet : Grafitti (Race 7) Best Longshot (Santa’s Stocking Filler): Stormy Lass (Race 8)

Tomorrow’s Hirepool 1600 at Te Rapa will serve as a trial for Boxing Day’s Gr.1 Zabeel Classic for at least two runners in the race.

Cambridge trainer Lee Somervell will use the race as an important Zabeel Classic conditioner for Group One winner Addictive Habit, despite the Livamol Classic winner having been lumbered with 65kg, while the Stephen Autridge and Jamie Richards-trained Silverdale and the Moira Murdoch-trained Survived will seek to enhance their claims for the Ellerslie weight-forage feature.

- NZME

Mare well-travelled Leading Manawatu Cup contender Salford Art is almost as familiar with the sales ring as she is with a racecourse. The Irish-bred mare has been offered for sale in three different countries and changed hands four times. She was sold as a foal and again as a yearling and has twice been sold as a tried horse.

Salford Art is now with Cambridge trainer Tony Pike, in part so she could be served by Sacred Falls and also with the aim of gaining some black type before retirement. The seven-year-old should go close in the Manawatu Cup following three good runs in New Zealand. - NZME

Heat on at Flemington One thing trainer Ross Pecora knows about Georgie’s Luce is she will not be fazed by forecast high temperatures at Flemington.

Racing Victoria has enacted its hot weather policy for racing at Flemington with a top temperature of 39 degrees expected tomorrow.

Georgie’s Luce is aiming for a hattrick after victories at Cranbourne and Benalla and will line-up in the Beachside Handicap.

- NZME

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Friday, December 18, 2015

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In brief Conspiracy allegations Sri Lanka’s sports minister has defended wicketkeeper Kusal Perera who was suspended from the ongoing New Zealand tour after failing a drugs test, hinting at a conspiracy against the cricketer. Dayasiri Jayasekera told parliament that authorities will send a B sample for testing after the International Cricket Council announced last week that Perera tested positive for a banned steroid. “We are doing all we can to defend him,” the minister said. “We are wondering if this allegation is a conspiracy to keep him out of next year’s T20 World Cup.” - AFP

Burns ‘not stressed’

Allenton’s Sean Strange produced a demolition job of Coldstream last week, taking 5 for 17 from his 9 overs.

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■ CRICKET

Lauriston eye winner’s circle

By James Ford

James.F@TheGurdian.co.nz

Tomorrow will see the last Pritchard Shield action of 2015 as Coldstream entertain Methven and Lauriston welcome Allenton, while defending champions Tech begin their Christmas break early with a bye.

Last Saturday produced wins for Allenton, who posted a threewicket victory over Coldstream

and Tech, who ended their year on a high with a 76-run win over Methven.

Hosts Allenton won the toss and elected to field first and Sean Strange produced an exceptional display with the ball, taking five for 17 from his nine overs as Coldstream were all out for 122 in the 29th over.

Allenton then chased down the total in the 22nd over with

three wickets still intact.

Methven won the toss and sent Tech in to bat at Methven Domain in their round six fixture.

Jason Morrison recorded 46 while Harry Jones and Ben Mably notched 35 and 33 respectively as Tech batted out their overs on 204 for eight.

Methven’s reply fell 76 runs short, as the home side were all out for 128 in the 40th over.

Lauriston will return to action tomorrow following their bye last week and will be desperate to end 2015 with a win after falling to a narrow 12-run loss to Coldstream in their last outing a fortnight ago.

Pritchard Shield round seven: Coldstream v Methven, 12.30pm Coldstream Oval. Lauriston v Allenton, 12.30pm, Lauriston Oval.

World Cup began epic year for Black Caps New Zealand cricket began a new chapter on March 30, 2015.

The day before, the national side competed in their first World Cup final in 11 attempts, losing to Australia in Melbourne.

The campaign created goodwill which could only be imagined on January 2, 2013, when they were dismissed for 45 at Cape Town in Brendon McCullum’s first test as captain.

For 43 days in February and March, the New Zealanders were a self-contained bull market on cricket’s stock exchange only on the 44th did their shares dip a little.

The semi-final victory against South Africa was the culmination of a path in which they defeated Sri Lanka, Scotland, England (Tim Southee snared New Zealand ODI-best figures

of seven for 33), Australia (Kane Williamson’s six secured victory by one wicket), Afghanistan, Bangladesh and West Indies (Martin Guptill’s 237 not out became New Zealand’s highest ODI score).

The days of miracle and wonder continued at Eden Park.

Grant Elliott, born in South Africa but a proud bona fide New Zealander, belted Dale Steyn, the world’s premier pace bowler, into the stands to triumph with a ball to spare.

The wallop will live forever for New Zealand fans, as the team chased 298 in a rain-interrupted 43 overs.

Elliott even had the grace to stretch out a hand to an anguished Steyn lying prone in the aftermath.

“Four-wicket win” was the ul-

timate euphemism for what was witnessed.

From Brendon McCullum’s 59 off 26 balls to Vettori and Elliott collecting 12 off the last over, it made a case for the country’s most poised ODI batting performance.

New Zealand Cricket can never claim to have gone through a dynasty like that of Australia from the late-1980s to early2000s or the West Indies from 1976-1995.

The World Cup result opens the door to see whether the systems that have been put in place by New Zealand coach Mike Hesson and captain McCullum unlock sustained success or are merely something to reflect on fondly when the World Cup returns in another generation.

- NZME

Usman Khawaja’s return to fitness is set to trigger a selection dilemma that could cost Joe Burns his place in Australia’s Test side. However, Burns prefers to see the upside of the tough call that Rod Marsh’s panel will have to make for the Boxing Day Test. “I guess it’s just a sign of how strong the team is,” Burns said yesterday. “When everyone is performing at Test level, it puts the squeeze on.” Khawaja is expected to return from a hamstring injury on Sunday when his Sydney Thunder face Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash.

- AAP

Politics ‘killing Windies’ Dwayne Bravo has launched an emotional attack on the West Indies Cricket Board, saying “too much politics is killing our cricket”.

Bravo was stripped of the ODI captaincy a year ago then left out of the West Indies’ World Cup squad, despite being named in the ICC’s ODI team of the year in 2014.

Bravo, who has scored two Test centuries in Australia, retired from the longest form of the game in January. “There’s a lot of dishonest people in charge at the moment,” he said.

- AAP

Gayle Force expected Melbourne Renegades coach David Saker has simple expectations when it comes to Chris Gayle: hit sixes and win games. Gayle is one of the most highly-rated Twenty20 batsman in the world and will form a crucial part of the Renegades’ quest for a maiden Big Bash title.

Gayle’s previous stint at the Sydney Thunder was a failure for all involved. Team-mates were unimpressed with the Jamaican slugger’s VIP treatment, while on the park he averaged 19.57 in the BBL, but Saker is confident Gayle’s form on and off the field won’t be a concern for his BBL franchise. - AAP

Strikers ‘will do better’

Grant Elliott celebrates smashing Dale Steyn for six.

Adelaide Strikers wicketkeeper Tim Ludeman says his side is determined to atone for a disappointing end to last year’s Big Bash campaign. The Strikers burst out of the blocks to finish top of the ladder in the group stages but fell short in the semi-finals. Ludeman says the Strikers, led by coach Jason Gillespie, have trained through an Adelaide heatwave as they look to compete for a maiden title. The Strikers have bolstered their batting lineup with the signing of former Sri Lankan Test captain Mahela Jayawardene. Jayawardene, 38, played 149 Tests during a glittering career, scoring 11,814 runs at an average of 49.84.

- AAP

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Friday, December 18, 2015

In brief

■ RUGBY

Hammers’ job in demand

By James Ford

James.F@TheGuardian.co.nz

Applications for the Mid Canterbury head coach position closed on Wednesday evening after receiving strong interest from a number of ‘high-calibre’ candidates, according to union chief executive Ian Patterson.

The position became open after former coach Grant Keenan was appointed as Black Ferns’ assistant coach, re-uniting with former Mid Canterbury coach and two-time Meads Cup winner Glenn Moore.

Patterson said the position has received plenty of interest both nationally and internationally.

“It’s not only been in the local region, but also nationally and offshore from the United States and Europe.

“Now we’re working through the applications to put together a short list,” he said.

Patterson said the ideal candidate will have backline coaching skills, and the union is hoping to have made progress in the application process by the middle of next week.

“We need to add someone with backline coaching skills to the coaching mix, as that was part of Grant’s role, but there’s been strong interest in both head and assistant roles, which is pleasing.”

Right - Mid Canterbury chief executive Ian Patterson said the level of interest in the head coach role has been pleasing.

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yesterday’s press conference.

“It is incredible what Argentina rugby has done in the past years.”

Hooker Agustin Creevy, who last played for Worcester in England, will be the new captain while former international flyhalf Felipe Contepomi will be one of head coach Paul Perez’s assistants.

Already 30 players have signed Jaguares contracts including the likes of Nicolas Sanchez and

Juan Martin Hernandez, both of whom turned out for European champions Toulon last season.

Jaguares will eventually name a 45-man squad before the Super 18 season gets under way.

Creevy, who is also captain of the Argentine national team, the Pumas, said Super Rugby is the equivalent to basketball’s NBA. “We will continue to train with the same sense of sacrifice (as the Pumas),” said Creevy.

Perez has set the team very broad goals for their first participation in the Super Rugby competition, which comes four years on from the national team’s inclusion in the Rugby Championship, formerly the Tri-Nations of New Zealand, Australia and South Africa.

He wants the team to “develop a style, understand this competi-

tion and go as far as possible”.

The UAR had previously said that only players contracted to the Jaguares, or rather those playing in Argentina, would be eligible for the national team but scrum-half Tomas Cubelli has been allowed to remain with Australia’s Brumbies.

But those players plying their trade in Europe rather than Super Rugby, such as Racing 92 wing Juan Imhoff and versatile Saracens back Marcelo Bosch, will no longer be picked for the Pumas.

The team will play at the 50,000-capacity Estadio Jose Amalfitani, home of the Velez Sarsfield football team in Buenos Aires.

In October, Argentina reached the World Cup semi-finals for only the second time.

- AFP

■ OPINION

Jonah’s financial woes ‘pure sporting cliche’ By dylan Cleaver

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here is an inescapable, yet growing unease at the prospect of the public being asked to prop up the futures of Jonah Lomu’s family.

You can include the pipedream of a benefit match staged for the Jonah Lomu Legacy Trust into that mix.

For the game to be anything other than a failure it needs to be held at Twickenham, and even then you’d be right to fear for its success.

These are difficult sentences to write without sounding like the Grinch who stole Christmas but we have never done the worshipping superstars thing well in New Zealand.

The terminally sensitive call it

Tall Poppy Syndrome, others just believe it is part of our egalitarian ethos - and that was evident with the well-staged but poorly attended memorial service at Eden Park.

It is beyond sad what happened to Lomu, a wondrous talent cruelled by an incurable kidney disease.

“He superseded anything we had seen before, and it is unlikely we will ever see the likes of again.

“He was an absolute rugby phenomenon,” said his friend and former team-mate Michael Jones.

That is true.

He was a one of a kind, but his fiscal woes are pure sporting cliche.

An anecdotal and absolutely

unscientific straw poll of people I’ve talked to since news of his perilous finances became public revealed zero appetite for pledging assistance.

“He had more money than we’ll ever have,” was a familiar refrain.

I don’t blame the Rugby Players’ Association for trying, nobody should.

Coming to the aid of past players who have fallen on hard times is part of their remit, but nor should they be offended if the response is tepid.

The onus should first be on the Lomu and Quirk families, the ones who perhaps benefited most from Jonah’s famed generosity, to ensure a bright future for Dhyreille and Brayley.

If rugby wants to help, then great.

Obstacles for Joseph Any move from Jamie Joseph to coach Japan will require significant concessions from that union and his Super rugby bosses at the Highlanders. Japan host Scotland twice in June when the Super rugby series is on a break and the All Blacks prepare for their domestic three test campaign against Wales.

Joseph could argue that gives him a window to guide Japan in their June 18 and 25 internationals while his Highlanders assistants Tony Brown, Scott McLeod and Clarke Dermody prepare the squad for their return to action. New Zealand Rugby might have concerns about that arrangement.

- NZME

Big bucks for ARU

New Super Rugby side home-grown Argentina’s Super Rugby franchise making its debut in 2016 will be called the Jaguares, the Argentine Rugby Union’s (UAR) general manager Greg Peters said yesterday.

The southern hemisphere Super Rugby championship is expanding from 15 teams to 18 for the new season with Japan’s Sunwolves and Southern Kings of South Africa joining the Jaguares in boosting the competition’s numbers.

The Super format is also changing to ensure teams play a greater number of matches against their nearest rivals.

New Zealander Peters confirmed the Jaguares squad would be made up entirely of homegrown players.

“There will be no foreign players in Los Jaguares,” he said at

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A benefit at Twickenham might work if some of the leading lights playing in Europe are released (though it should be cautioned that just 38,000 of the 80,000 seats were filled for the last Barbarians match to be staged there).

Lomu is revered overseas and it could be marketed as world rugby’s chance to say goodbye to the great man.

I could be wrong, I hope I’m wrong, but I don’t think it would work here.

There is already a glut of highquality live rugby that is played to sparsely populated stadia - I would have serious doubts about the drawing power of an inevitably low-quality match for a cause I’m not sure many truly believe in.

- NZME

Australian Rugby Union boss Bill Pulver says he’s delighted with the ARU’s new $285 million TV contract despite conceding it is “meagre pickings” compared to the AFL’s and NRL’s billion-dollar broadcast deals. Pulver hailed the 148 per cent increase in broadcast revenue which he said now amounted to about 45 per cent of the ARU’s total annual income - as a “terrific windfall” that would significantly boost the governing body’s ailing coffers. “There’s substantial new money coming into the game which we can invest from the grassroots right through.”

- AAP

Packer cleared to stay Rehabilitated St George-Illawarra prop Russell Packer has a strong chance to start for St GeorgeIllawarra next season after being cleared by immigration authorities to stay in Australia. Despite his playing contract being signed off by the NRL two months ago, there were fears the former Kiwis representative would be deported back to New Zealand due to his criminal conviction. However Packer is now to free to return to the NRL, completing a storied comeback from a one-year stint in jail for assault in Sydney in 2013.

- AAP

Farah now a leader Just a month after formally requesting to leave the Wests Tigers, former skipper Robbie Farah is staying put at the NRL club and has committed to working with coach Jason Taylor. Farah was one of seven players appointed to the club’s 2016 leadership group, and the announcement seemingly brings an end to the saga that has engulfed Concord since Taylor told the premiership-winning hooker in August he was free to look for a new team, while Farah said he was told he’d be playing reserve-grade if he stayed.

- AAP

Raiders keep Stuart on Ricky Stuart wants to see out his coaching career in Canberra, after signing a two-year contract extension with the NRL club. The Raiders agreed to keep the former champion halfback on until at least the end of the 2018 season, believing he is the man to return them to their glory days. Stuart’s original deal expired at the end of next year, but the board didn’t want to wait any longer in the hope of bringing stability to a club in transition. “When you’re trying to rebuild a club, having faith and trust and respect from those who are above you is a wonderful feeling,” Stuart said.

- AAP

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In brief

■ TENNIS

Thrillers mark Fast Fours The fine weather held out at the Ashburton Trust Tennis Centre just long enough to complete the Terrace Downs Fast Fours round on Tuesday evening.

Within 15 minutes of the last ball being struck, the courts were soaked, but not before some nail-biting matches.

Croziers Turkeys continued their unbeaten run of form, and now have an unassailable lead in section two.

In section one, ALSB were riding high following last week’s win, and Sam Bubb was after revenge from Scruff and Co’s Rhys Cromie after losing to him in the recent Gala Cup singles final, but Cromie was in no mood to be trifled with, taking the first set 4-0.

Bubb hung in, and got to 3-3 in the second set, playing a very good tiebreak to win it 5-2.

In the final set, Bubb was well placed to take the match, but Cromie battled on to take the final set tiebreak 5-3.

On the other court, Ashleigh Leonard was playing her father Peter for the first time in a competition singles match, and struck early, winning the first set 4-2.

The second set went to a tiebreak and was won by Peter 5-3, followed by a tense battle in the final set.

At 3-3, it was again tiebreak time and Ashleigh held her nerve to take the breaker and the match 5-2.

In the doubles, after splitting the first two sets in tiebreaks, a match tiebreak was played and Bubb and Ashleigh Leonard got up over the Gala Cup champion doubles pair of Cromie and Peter Leonard 10 points to 7, to hand Scruff & Co a 1-2 defeat.

Heineken Openers fielded father and daughter Neil and Tessa McCann

against KBT’s Tony Brosnahan and Koji Kawamata.

Brosnahan did not see which way the ball had gone for the first 15 minutes, and found himself 0-4, 0-3 down against Neil McCann but fought back to take the next three games to force a tiebreak.

McCann then produced some fine serves, and a couple of loose shots from Brosnahan saw the former take the win.

On the adjacent court, Kawamata, inspired from hitting with the Indian Davis Cup team last week, made short work of Tessa McCann without dropping a game.

KBT went up an early break in the deciding doubles, but the McCanns fought back to take it to a tiebreak, which they won 5-3.

Game for game in the second set, which also went to a tiebreak, Kawamata imposed himself with dynamic net play and decisive returns, particularly on the sudden death point at 4-4 in the tiebreak to snare the second set for KBT. In the match tiebreak, KBT raced away to 8-3, but the bubble burst, and the McCanns drew level at 8-8.

In a test of nerves it went to 11-11, before Neil McCann was able to pressure Brosnahan into a final error to take the match and overall victory.

Feutz Brothers were unable to take the court at late notice, handing the match to ConAid 3-0 to give them the overall lead in the round with eight points.

Three teams are on six points, with the other two teams on five points and all able to bridge the gap in next week’s final round of 2015, making a great finale to the competition.

Mick Fanning faces massive challenges on and off the water as his campaign for a fourth world surfing title continues despite the death of his brother. The ironwilled Australian and World Surf League standings leader won his third and fourth round heats at the season-ending Pipe Masters yesterday to advance directly to the quarter-finals, despite learning of the death of his older brother Peter back in Australia.

- AAP

Hayne ‘needs to learn’

Rhys Cromie snuck past Sam Bubb at Tuesday evening’s Fast Fours in a rematch of the Gala Cup singles final.

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Jelena Ostapenko: Auckland a stepping stone to Australian Open.

Sara Errani in the second round.

“It’s great to see the brightest young talent as well as some of the biggest names in our sport choosing Auckland as the place to start their year.

“Ostapenko is a talented young player, a junior grand slam champion and she has already made her mark on tour.

“She is certainly one to watch for the future.” said tournament director Karl Budge.

Steven Adams has enjoyed his best game of the NBA season, recording a double-double to help Oklahoma City to a sixth straight win. The Kiwi scored 11 points and grabbed 11 rebounds during the Thunder’s 106-90 win over the Portland Trail Blazers, posting double figures in both categories for the first time this season.

Adams did most of his best work in the first quarter, scoring nine points and seizing six boards to help his side put their noses in front at the first break. In his third season in the NBA, the 22-yearold Adams is averaging 6.1 points and 5.8 rebounds while playing an average of 24 minutes in 24 of the Thunder’s 25 games.

- NZME

Triumph and tragedy

Future star given ASB Classic wildcard Latvian teenager Jelena Ostapenko has been granted a main draw wildcard into the ASB Classic tennis tournament for 2016.

The former world No 2 ranked junior is currently 84th in the open international rankings and is the second youngest player inside the top 100.

Ostapenko, 18, and has made a promising start in what has been her first year on tour.

After a great year on the Intermational Tennis Federation circuit (one title, two finals and a semi-final) she became the second youngest to reach a WTA final in Quebec City.

Her biggest impact came at Wimbledon.

Having been crowned the junior champion in 2014, the Latvian was granted a wildcard into the main draw for the grass court Slam. Repaying the faith shown in her by the All England Club, as a 17-year-old, Ostapenko knocked out top ten player Carla Suarez Navarro in the opening round.

She backed up her Wimbledon shock performance with a second round appearance at the US Open falling to World Number 14

Double-double for Adams

The 2014 Wimbledon junior winner is excited about making her maiden appearance in Auckland.

“I’m looking forward to starting my year in Auckland. I’ve heard so many good things from the other players and can’t wait to make my first appearance.

“I want to get my season off to a good start, and this tournament will be a great stepping stone for the Australian Open. My goal is

to continue to climb the rankings and make more WTA Finals.”

In other news, as expected Kiwi No. 1 Marina Erakovic (135th) has been confirmed to receive the other main draw wildcard.

Erakovic is looking forward to a new year and putting her 2015 injury behind her.

“I think Marina is one of the most underrated sports stars in New Zealand.

“Tennis is the toughest female sport on the planet and Marina has been at its top end for a number of years.

“Not too many Kiwi sports stars have had the honour of playing on a stage as big as centre court at a Grand Slam.

“Marina has done that twice this year against top ten players and competed very well - coming within a whisker of beating two-time Wimbledon Champion Petra Kvitova (4)” said Budge.

“She has won tournaments of this level and I hope we get the chance to see the best of Marina Erakovic in front of her home crowd”, he continued.

The ASB Classic will be played from January 4 to 9.

- NZME

The San Francisco 49ers appear reluctant to give Jarryd Hayne another chance to play a game this season, with one coach declaring the Australian “needs to learn how to play football”. Coach Jim Tomsula sidestepped a question yesterday about whether he was curious about promoting Hayne from the practice squad. Special teams co-ordinator Thomas McGaughey was more blunt, telling reporters Hayne needed time on the practice squad to become acquainted with the intricacies of the game.

- AAP

Brosque to be rested Sydney FC skipper Alex Brosque has been ruled out of his side’s away clash with Wellington as he recovers from a hamstring strain. It will be the second match running on the sidelines for Brosque, who netted the match-winner over Newcastle in round nine but came off injured late in proceedings.

Coach Graham Arnold said the travel across the ditch would be too much for the striker. “It’s high risk if you take him to New Zealand with the travel side of it as well as the game,” he said. “Normally it’s much colder over there.” - NZME

Platini to snub hearing Suspended European soccer chief Michel Platini will not attend today’s FIFA ethics committee hearing in protest at what he condemns as political process designed to prevent him running to lead the world governing body, his lawyers said yesterday. Platini was provisionally suspended for 90 days on October 8, alongside outgoing FIFA president Sepp Blatter, over a suspicious payment from FIFA to Platini, deepening a corruption scandal that has engulfed soccer. The ethics panel is set to rule on their cases, and could impose much longer bans than the provisional suspensions if it finds the men guilty of violations.

- Reuters

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Family Notices 30 Ashburton Guardian DEATHS GOOSEMAN, Hamish Knox, (Squeak) – Died at Ashburton Hospital on December 15, 2015, aged 49, after a short and courageous battle. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Keren and beloved Dad of Melissa, and Flynn. Loved son of Bob and Diana and brother to Georgia Rawlinson, Scott and Sian and Sadie and Gaby Jansen.

Loved son-in-law of Les and Jenny Adams and loved brother-in-law of Lewis and Michelle Adams and Angela and Wayne Farr. Loved uncle to Philippa, Belinda and Rosemary, Nic and Emma, Niamh and Rohan, Hayden, Grace, and Sophie and Blake.

Messages to Gooseman family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.

Donations can be made for a much needed Ashburton Hospice and may be left at the service. Hamish has requested that people please just dress casually. A service for Hamish will be held at the Longbeach Estate Cookhouse, Longbeach Road on MONDAY, December 21, commencing at 11.00am.

Followed by a private family interment.

Paterson’s Funeral Services FDANZ Ashburton PH 307 7433

GOOSEMAN, Hamish Knox – I cannot put into words how much I will miss you, I feel like I have loved you all my life and being with you and supporting you during our last journey was an honour, love you always and forever.

Peewee.

GOOSEMAN, Hamish Knox – 19-12-1965 – 15-12-2015 Beloved younger son of Bob and Diana Gooseman. A hard working, patient, loving husband and father. A faithful friend of his co-workers and mates. A kind, caring son who made his parents very proud of his achievements.

You gave us many happy memories with your humorous activities.

“When someone you love becomes a memory, The memory becomes a treasure; Our treasure”.

Love Dad and Mum GOOSEMAN, Hamish Knox – On December 15, 2015.

Dearly loved son in law of Les and Jenny Adams. Treasured brother in law of Lewis and Michelle Adams and Angela and Wayne Farr and a loved uncle of Hayden, Grace, Sophie Adams and Blake Farr.

“It doesn’t take a special day, to bring you to our mind.

The thoughts and love we have for you are the everlasting kind.

For you’re not just a memory or part of the past, You are part of our family, for as long as it lasts.”

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Special brother in law, uncle and friend of Angela, Wayne and Blake Farr.

“Treasured memories of the happy times we shared.”

GOOSEMAN, Hamish (Squeak) – On December 15, 2015 at Ashburton.

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal’ And love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

Loved brother in law of Lewis and Michelle and uncle of Hayden, Grace, and Sophie.

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GOOSEMAN, Hamish Knox – IN MEMORIAM Dearly loved brother in law WHITE, Jarrod James – and uncle of Sadie, Gaby, 1/4/75 - 18/12/00 Not a day goes by Nic, and Emma Jansen. Love that we don’t think of you, you always Hamish talk of you, remember you.

‘Keep on Truckin’ We still miss your laugh, Tanker 534. your company, you.

We love you.

GOOSEMAN, Hamish Knox – Mum, Dad, Kylie, Darryl, Josh Will miss you always, but and Ella. xxxxxx forever in our hearts. Your Northland family, Scott, Sian, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Niamh, Rohan.

REID, Bronwyn Mary (nee “Drive heavens Crean) – highway safely.”

Aaron and Casey Reid, Kevin and Doreen Crean; Anthony, Bryan, Jacqueline, Murray, GOOSEMAN, Hamish – Brother and uncle. We will Wayne, and families, give forever miss your cheeky heartfelt thanks to all who smile, your laughter, the acknowledged the sudden endless jokes that left us loss of a loved and loving wife crying with laughter and your and mother, daughter, sister, sister in law and auntie. precious work stories.

Grateful thanks to all who “Your presence we miss, Your memories we treasure, attended Bronwyn’s funeral service with special thanks to Loving you always, Father Eccleton for conductForgetting you never.”

Georgia, Philippa, Belinda, ing the service. Thank you Tom, and George; Rose, also for the many gifts of food, flowers, cards, visits Steve, and Eli. and phone calls. Please accept this as a personal GOOSEMAN, Hamish Knox – thank you.

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6am Breakfast To round off the year, Rawdon, Nadine and the Breakfast crew host a classic Kiwi barbecue with surf lifesavers and a performance by Kiwi singer Ginny Blackmore.

9am Infomercials 10am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3 Featuring Nick Cannon. 0 11am The Chase 3 0 Noon One News 0 12:30 Emmerdale PGR 0 1:30 Coronation Street 3 0 2pm May The Best House Win PGR 3 2:55 Tipping Point 3:55 Te Karere 2 4:25 The Chase 0 5:25 Millionaire – Hot Seat 0 6pm One News 0

TV THREE

FOUR

6am Creflo Dollar 6:30 Transformers Rescue Bots 0 6:50 Grizzly Tales 3 0 7:15 Ben 10 – Omniverse 3 0 7:45 SpongeBob SquarePants 3 0 8:10 Austin And Ally 3 0 8:35 Kickin’ It 3 0 9am Infomercials 10:30 Baby Daddy PGR 0 11am Home And Away – An Eye For An Eye 3 0 12:30 M A Gift Of Miracles 2015 Drama. Rachel Boston.

0 2:20 Regular Show 3 0 2:30 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 0 3:30 Jungle Bunch News Beat 3 0 3:35 Jamie’s Got Tentacles 0 4pm Good Luck Charlie 0 4:30 Jessie 0 5pm America’s Funniest Home Videos 3 0 5:30 My Wife And Kids 3 0 6pm Friends 3 (Part 2) 0 6:30 The Middle 3 0 7pm F Seven Sharp 0 7pm M Fred Claus PGR 3 2003 7:30 MasterChef Australia Marco Family Comedy. Will Ferrell, Pierre White gives the first James Caan. 0 MasterClass of the season; the 9:10 Killer Karaoke PGR contestants are joined by the Contestants must perform MasterChef Australia judges their favourite songs in at Burnham Beeches. 0 extreme circumstances. 0 8:45 Coronation Street 0 10:10 Scared Of Santa PGR 10:45 One News Tonight 0 Documentary compiling some of the most entertaining home-video clips of Santa encounters. 0 11:10 2 Broke Girls AO 3 0

6am Paul Henry 9am The Queen Latifah Show PGR A salute to comedian Carl Reiner; actor Jai Courtney.

9:55 Story 0 10:30 Infomercials Noon 3 News 12:30 Baggage AO 1pm Dr Phil PGR 3 The biological mother of a five-year-old boy found malnourished and abused by his father and stepmother gives her account of the situation.

2pm The Real Housewives Of Orange County 00 2:30 F The Real Housewives Of Orange County 3:30 Entertainment Tonight 4pm The Biggest Loser Australia 5pm Survivor: Cambodia – Second Chance 6pm 3 News 7pm Story 7:30 F Bullseye Eight contestants throw caution to the wind by trying the Center Spin, Truck-to-Truck, and Zip Timeline challenges. 0 8:30 The Graham Norton Show AO 0 9:30 Live At The Apollo AO 3 0 10:30 Newsworthy

6am Sesame Street 3 6:55 Peppa Pig 3 7am As Told By Ginger 3 7:30 Danny Phantom 3 8am The Wild Thornberrys 3 0 8:30 Chuggington 3 8:40 Hi-5 House 3 9:05 The Moe Show 3 0 9:15 Peppa Pig 3 9:20 Fireman Sam 3 9:30 Thomas And Friends 3 9:40 Bob The Builder 3 9:50 Barney And Friends 3 10:15 Infomercials 2pm Sesame Street 3 2:55 Pingu 3 3pm Emma! 3 3:05 Peppa Pig 3 3:10 Bubble Guppies 3:35 TUFF Puppy 3 4:05 Fairly Odd Parents 3 4:30 Mr Young 3 5pm It Only Hurts When I Laugh 3 5:30 Life’s Funniest Moments 3 6pm Punk’d 3 6:30 How I Met Your Mother 3 7pm The Simpsons PGR 3 0 7:30 N Family Guy – Blue Harvest PGR 8:30 M Soldiers Of Fortune AO 2011 Action Adventure.

Christian Slater, Sean Bean, Ving Rhames.

10:30 House Of Lies AO

11:15 F CCTV – Caught On Camera AO 0 12:15 F Hostages AO 3 It is the day of the surgery; will Ellen go through with Duncan’s plan? 0 1:10 Te Karere 3 News and current affairs from a Maori perspective. 2 1:35 Infomercials

11pm The Blacklist AO 3 The team pursues a scientist who abducts disabled patients for immortality experiments; Tom returns to Washington, DC, but must evade new enemies. 0 12:05 The Good Wife AO 3 1am Infomercials

11:35 Entertainment Tonight Midnight Infomercials

CHOICE TV 6am Benny Hinn 6:30 Beyond River Cottage 7:30 The Roux Scholarship 8:30 Natural World: Wild Germany – Exploring No-Man’s Land 9:30 In Search Of Perfection 10am Food Safari 10:30 My Dream Home 11:30 Auction Hunters Noon Jamie’s American Road Trip 1pm Beyond River Cottage 2pm BBQ Champ 3pm The Roux Scholarship 4pm Natural World – World’s Wildest City 4:30 The Water Brothers 5pm Jamie’s Food Escapes 5:57 Simon Gault Vignettes 6pm Buying The Bayou 6:30 House Crashers 7pm Auction Kings 7:30 Better Homes And Gardens 9pm My Dream Derelict Home Simon O’Brien follows people who have the vision and stamina to turn a derelict old house into the modern home of their dreams.

10pm Gardeners’ World 10:30 Auction Kings 11pm Jamie’s Food Escapes

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Midnight House Crashers 12:30 Benny Hinn 1am The Roux Scholarship 2am Natural World – World’s Wildest City 2:30 The Water Brothers 3am Buying The Bayou 3:30 House Crashers 4am My Dream Derelict Home 5am Gardeners’ World 5:30 Buying The Bayou

11:35 The Big Bang Theory PGR 3 0 12:05 Two And A Half Men PGR 3 0 1:05 Mike And Molly PGR 3 0 1:30 Infomercials 2:35 Marvel’s Agents Of Shield AO 3 0 3:20 Arrow AO 3 0 4:10 Secret Mountain Fort Awesome PGR 3 0 4:20 Regular Show PGR 3 0 4:30 Jeremy Kyle USA PGR 3 5:15 Joey 3 0 5:35 Zeke And Luther 3 0

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6:30 The Crowd Goes Wild 3 7am Deal Or No Deal 3 7:30 Home Shopping Noon The Doctors 1pm The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon PGR 3 2pm Psych PGR 3 Shawn bonds with Woody; Juliet befriends a girl Shawn believes to be a killer.

2:55 Great British Food Revival 3 Chef Jason Atherton is passionate about using only fresh, seasonal fruit and vegetables in his restaurant kitchen.

3:30 Antiques Roadshow 3 4:30 Hot Bench Judge Judy and other judges exchange debate before reaching a verdict.

5pm Deal Or No Deal 5:30 Prime News 6pm Escape To The Country

6am The Crowd Goes Wild 6:30 Cricket – Super Smash (Highlights) 7am Football – ASB Premiership (Replay) Waitakere United v Hawke’s Bay United.

9am Golf World 9:30 Cricket – T20 Big Bash League (Highlights) Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers.

10am L Cricket – International Blackcaps v Sri Lanka – Second Test, Day One. 12:35 Cricket – T20 Big Bash League (Highlights) Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers.

1:05 L Cricket – International Blackcaps v Sri Lanka – Second Test, Day One. 6pm The Cricket Show 6:30 World Rugby

7pm The Crowd Goes Wild 7:30 Under The Dome PGR 8:30 James Nesbitt In New Zealand 3 9:30 Jane The Virgin PGR After having false labour, Jane insists that Xo and Rogelio go to Las Vegas to perform their show, but once they are gone, the labour becomes very real.

10:30 Cricket – International

7pm NHL – Road To Winter Classic 8pm Inside Cricket Covering all things cricket with analysis and previews of live cricket matches, cricket results and cricket scores.

9pm Golf Central Special 9:30 L Basketball – NBL Illawarra Hawks v Sydney Kings.

11:30 World Rugby

11pm The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon PGR A celebrity chat show.

Midnight The Crowd Goes Wild 3 12:30 Home Shopping 2am The Crowd Goes Wild 3 2:30 Home Shopping

Midnight New Zealand – Land Of Rugby 12:30 Surfing – WSL World Championship (Highlights) 1:30 Cricket – International (Highlights) 2am Basketball – NBL (Replay) 4am Fox Sports News 4:30 Cricket – T20 Big Bash League (Highlights) 5am Cricket – International (Highlights) 5:30 The Cricket Show

MAORI TV 6:30 Pukoro 3 2 7am Dora Matatoa 3 2 7:30 SpongeBob Tarau Porowha 3 2 8am Pukana 3 2 8:30 Te Kaea 3 2 9am Patapatai 3 9:30 The Native Diet 3 10am Korero Mai 3 2 11am Toku Reo 3 2 Noon Korero Mai 3 2 1pm Toku Reo 3 2 2pm Ako 3 2 3pm Fitness In The Whare 3 3:30 Pukoro 3 2 4pm Dora Matatoa 3 2 4:30 SpongeBob Tarau Porowha 3 2 5pm Tribe

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DISCOVERY 6am Tickle M Spirits in the Spirits. 6:30 Deadliest Catch PG 7:30 Gold Rush PG Viking Ship. 8:30 Man Made Marvels PG China’s Smart Office. 9:25 Naked And Afraid M Pop-Up Edition – North India. 10:20 Codes And Conspiracies M 11:15 Unravelled M Death Pact. 12:10 Evil-In-Law M 1:05 True Crime With Aphrodite Jones M 2pm How It’s Made PG 2:25 How It’s Made PG 2:55 How Do They Do It? PG 3:25 Auction Hunters PG 3:50 Gold Rush PG 4:45 Running Wild With Bear Grylls M 5:40 Running Wild With Bear Grylls M 6:35 Running Wild With Bear Grylls M 7:30 Running Wild With Bear Grylls M 8:30 River Monsters – Face Ripper M 9:30 Mythbusters PG 10:30 Running Wild With Bear Grylls M 11pm How It’s Made PG 11:30 Gold Rush PG

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Jane the Virgin

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Lacey Chabert, Veronica Cartwright, Betsy Russell. 9:40 Mortdecai MVLS 2014 Crime Comedy. Johnny Depp, Gwyneth Paltrow, Ewan McGregor.

11:25 The Judge ML 2014 Drama.

Robert Downey jr, Robert Duvall.

1:45 Hercules MVLS 2014 Action.

Dwayne Johnson, Ian McShane.

3:20 All Is Lost ML 2013 Drama.

Robert Redford.

5:05 The Giver MV 2014 Drama.

Jeff Bridges, Meryl Streep.

6:45 If I Stay M 2014 Drama.

Chloe Grace Moretz, Jamie Blackley.

8:30 Bad Neighbours 16LSC 2014 Comedy. Seth Rogen, Zac Efron, Rose Byrne.

10:10 The Equaliser 18VLS 2014 Action. Denzel Washington, Marton Csokas.

SATURDAY

12:20 Bad Blood 16VLSC 2013 Drama. Abigail Breslin, Sean Bean.

1:50 Live Nude Girls 18S 2014 Comedy. Mike Hatton, Dave Foley.

3:30 The Equaliser 18VLS 2014 Action. Denzel Washington, Marton Csokas. 5:40 Biography – Scarlett Johansson PG

6am Football – Fifa Club World Cup (Replay) FC Barcelona v Guangzhou Evergrande FC. From Japan.

8am L Darts – World Championship Day One. From Alexandra Palace in London, England.

Noon Inside Cricket Covering all things cricket with analysis and previews of live cricket matches, Scared of Santa cricket results and cricket scores.

10:10pm on TV2 1pm Basketball – NBL (Replay) Cairns Taipans v Perth Wildcats.

MOVIES GREATS 3pm Surfing – WSL World Championship (Highlights) Rip Curl 7:35 Monster-in-Law MS 2005 Pro Bells Beach. From Bells Beach in Romantic Comedy. Jane Fonda, Torquay, Victoria.

Jennifer Lopez, Michael Vartan.

4pm Crash The most recent crashes 9:15 Underworld 16VC 2003 from the world of motorsport.

Action Thriller. Kate Beckinsale, 4:30 Cricket – T20 Big Bash Scott Speedman, Michael Sheen.

League (Highlights) – Sydney 11:15 While You Were Sleeping Thunder v Sydney Sixers. From PGL 1995 Romantic Comedy.

Spotless Stadium in Sydney.

Bill Pullman, Sandra Bullock.

5pm Darts – World Championship 1pm The Upside Of Anger (Replay) Day One. From Alexandra MLS 2005 Drama. Joan Allen, Palace in London, England.

Kevin Costner. 2:55 27 Dresses 9pm Cricket – T20 Big Bash PGL 2008 Romantic Comedy.

League (Highlights) Sydney Thunder Katherine Heigl, James Marsden.

4:45 Good Will Hunting MVL 1997 v Sydney Sixers. From Spotless Drama. Robin Williams, Matt Damon, Stadium in Sydney.

9:35 L Cricket – T20 Big Ben Affleck. 6:50 Ghosts Of Girlfriends Past MS 2009 Romantic Bash League Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Stars. From Adelaide Comedy. Matthew McConaughey.

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2006 Action Thriller. 2:25 The 1:35 World Rugby Making Of The Night Before M 2015 Featurette. 2:40 27 Dresses 2am L Darts – World Championship Day Two, Session PGL 2008 Romantic Comedy.

4:30 Good Will Hunting MVL 1997 One. From Alexandra Palace in London, England.

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Star New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson raises his bat to acknowledge another test century.

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Century overdue for ‘run-machine’ A curious phenomenon took hold in New Zealand’s first test against Sri Lanka.

Kane Williamson was dismissed for 88 and 71, a match aggregate of 159, yet the brow furrowed and the thought of ‘that’s odd’ momentarily swung through the cerebral cortex.

Statistics show that his first innings in Hamilton will be the longest period - six innings - that he has gone without a century since the start of 2014.

That’s the extent to which the 25-year-old has revolutionised expectations and why his teammates must continue to rally behind his example in the second test against Sri Lanka starting in Hamilton today.

It’s not like Williamson’s out of form.

In Dunedin, he became the second New Zealander after Brendon

McCullum last year to score 1000 runs in a calendar year.

He has 1063 runs at 88.58, the highest average for any Kiwi to have played more than eight innings, also in a calendar year.

Another hundred in Hamilton would take his annual tally to five - he holds the current record with McCullum on four.

Perhaps the desire to watch Williamson bat is best set out scientifically.

Let’s base average innings time on a proportional scale of household tasks.

Tim Southee’s batting duration might be the equivalent of cleaning the kitchen bench; Brendon McCullum might equate to putting on a load of washing, hanging it out and/or doing the ironing, depending on how his mood strikes.

However, “to Williamson”, like

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“to Crowe” or “to Sutcliffe” in generations past, is becoming a verb for setting aside time for a major chore like painting the room of a house or chopping a trailer of firewood.

Williamson will be loath to focus too much on his achievements, but that’s where the onus goes on his team-mates to divert attention from his endeavours.

Apart from Ross Taylor’s record 290 in Perth, few other batsmen applied themselves to the extent required in Australia.

Fortunately for fans, the 431 in the first innings and then 267 for three declared in the second against Sri Lanka offered some reassurance.

As a benchmark for improvement, it was the first time different openers scored centuries in both innings (Martin Guptill 156 and Tom Latham 109) in New Zealand.

That was supplemented by McCullum (75) and Doug Bracewell (47) establishing what would eventually be a 137-run first innings lead.

Seddon Park’s Patumahoe clay pitch is expected to provide an even contest between bat and ball.

Groundsman Karl Johnson says the surface has never been used for test cricket.

The Plunket Shield match in October yielded 29 wickets and 1105 runs across three innings (average 368).

The New Zealanders also had their pink ball trial at the venue.

Meanwhile a heavy international cricket season in New Zealand means a treat for Wellingtonians.

More than half the tickets available for the first ODI to be played at the Basin Reserve in 10 years have been sold.

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James Wear said a busy cricket season means they had the chance to go back to the basin for the ODI. “There’s a T20 at Westpac Stadium, there’s an ODI against Australia there and there’s a test match, so we want to give the Basin Reserve another go at short form cricket.”

He thinks it’s pretty special for the game.

“It’s an iconic cricket venue - we still play all our cricket matches there and it’s something a bit different going back there.”

Mr Wear says it’s likely the match will sell out.

The last ODI at the Basin Reserve was against Australia in 2005. In that match, players like Adam Gilchrist, Andrew Symonds and Brett Lee thrashed famous Kiwi cricketers Stephen Fleming, Nathan Astle and Craig McMillan.

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