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Five-car pile-up A five-car crash closed State Highway 1 near Ashburton yesterday.

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New library at EA centre?

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The EA Networks Centre complex could be set to expand with the addition of a library, if the youth of Ashburton have their way.

Representatives from 11 schools, as well as the Youth Council, spoke to Ashburton District councillors yesterday on their vision for the future of the Ashburton Public Library during a Young Persons’ Forum.

Amongst other things, students talked about the location, technological capabilities and layout of the library.

Representatives from Mt Somers Springburn School offered up a rural perspective and outlined the fact that families from the wider Mid Canterbury area utilised the Ashburton library differently to people who lived in town.

Kate Ahearn, Jasmine Sturm and Ryan Hill said rural families tended to go to the library less frequently, but stay for longer periods of time.

To make trips to town more worthwhile, the school pupils suggested encompassing the library facilities into the newly-built EA Networks Centre as a “one-stop centre”.

“Busy families can access swimming, the stadium and the library,” the students said.

“And there’s already parking, a gym and a café.”

Another way to cater for rural schools was to implement a mobile library service – an idea favoured by the majority of the groups.

The students floated the idea of a mobile van going to schools, preschools, resthomes and community events, in-

cluding Boulevard Day and A&P shows.

Indoor-outdoor flow was another idea touched on by all groups with the addition of an outdoor reading area and playground well received by all councillors.

An upgrade of technology should also be on the cards with the inclusion of iPads, tablets, E-Books and Kindles available for all library patrons, as well as a self-service book check-out option, they said.

Ashburton Mayor Angus McKay congratulated the students on their efforts and credited their well thought-out and well-researched presentations.

You can read more about each school’s proposal for the Ashburton Public Library in Saturday’s Guardian.

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Not such a bitter pill to swallow It sounds like something childhood dreams are made of, but medication tasting like chocolate could soon become a reality. Researchers from the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists have been fine-tuning trial products to use before and after people have operations. The first is a chocolate mini-tablet, developed to replace the bitter taste of sedative midazolam given to children before they have anaesthetic. It is still in the early stages of testing in young patients, but the signs are looking good, researchers say. The research was ground-breaking, Professor Britta Regli-von Ungern-Sternberg, who has been testing the product with a research team, said.

She hopes the research would lead to a ramp up in the manufacture of chocolate-based midazolam tablets for use in paediatric hospital wards.

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Woman arrested over Jenner egging A woman has been arrested after eggs and tomatoes were hurled at Kendall and Kylie Jenner’s Sydney fashion event. The Jenners appeared at Westfield Parramatta on Tuesday night to launch their new clothing collection. At least two eggs hit the stage half an hour before the sisters were due to meet and greet fans. The alleged egg-thrower was taken to Parramatta station and charged with assaulting police and offensive behaviour before being released on bail. The 25-year-old Punchbowl woman will appear in Parramatta local court on December 14.

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Student buoyed by support The Christchurch student whose heart-wrenching speech to his school after he was diagnosed with cancer went global, has been buoyed in hospital by a daily influx of messages from supporters around the world. One week before senior prizegiving, Christchurch Boys’ High School senior monitor, or head boy, Jake Bailey was diagnosed with Burkitt non-Hodgkinson lymphoma and told he might not live to see the day. But, he was able to leave his hospital bed to deliver his speech from a wheelchair on November 4. “Here’s the thing, none of us get out of life alive. So be gallant, be great, be gracious and be grateful for the opportunities that you have,” the 18-year-old said. A video of the inspirational speech has now been viewed more than 1.4 million times on YouTube. His story has prompted people to write to him from all over the world. Messages have been passed on to Jake in hospital, a school spokeswoman yesterday said. “They are really good, heart-warming messages,” she said. “A lot of them are from Burkitts survivors with great advice and just sharing their journey. It’s inspirational stuff.”

iPhone case blamed A woman says she suffered “second degree chemical burns” on her backside after her new iPhone case leaked in her pocket. Erin Nelson wrote on the Facebook page of fashion, clothing and accessory brand Forever New that an iPhone 5 case she had bought from one of the company’s stores had got a small crack in it and she woke up the next day to a broken phone and burns on her bum. “On your packaging it doesn’t say anything about having chemicals in the case,” she wrote on the Facebook post, which has been ‘liked’ more than 2000 times and has attracted over 6500 comments. “So I would like someone to get in touch with me to let me know what chemicals have burnt me,” Ms Nelson said. She said the $20 phone case – “the one with the glitter that moves around” – had cost her a lot of money and she was not happy about it. Forever New replied to the post, in which Ms Nelson also included a picture of the alleged burns, and apologised, offering a full refund to her and anyone else who purchased the product.

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Charlie Sheen may have freed himself from blackmail by publicly disclosing he is HIV positive, but the hard-partying actor may have opened the door to even more legal troubles. Sheen, 50, said yesterday it was “impossible” that he had infected anyone with the virus in the four years since his diagnosis and that he had been honest with sex partners about his status. Legal experts say California, where Sheen lives, sets a high bar to prove criminal conduct resulting from exposing others to HIV, yet the actor seemed braced for an onslaught. “Are you expecting by talking about this to face a barrage of lawsuits?,” NBC television’s Matt Lauer asked the former Two and A Half Men star. “I’m sure that’s next,” Sheen replied on the Today show. Separately, Bree Olson, a former porn star, said Sheen had concealed his HIV status during their year together around the time he was likely diagnosed.

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■ RELIGION

■ CAR ACCIDENT

Agreement to merge churches unanimous

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State Highway 1 near Ashburton was closed for more than five hours following a five-car crash yesterday.

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Five-car crash closes SH1

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A five-car crash closed State Highway 1 south of Ashburton for more than five hours yesterday.

Traffic was diverted between Fords Road and Longbeach Road following the accident which occurred at 11.15am.

Senior Sergeant Scott Banfield, of Ashburton, said for an unknown reason, traffic was backed up along State Highway 1 near Longbeach Road and one or two cars failed to stop causing a serious noseto-tail crash involving five vehicles travelling south.

The male driver of a van was trapped for some time and

was transported to Ashburton Hospital by St John ambulance with moderate to serious leg and hip injuries.

Several other drivers had minor injuries and were treated at the scene.

It was never easy to close State Highway 1 but it was very important because someone was badly hurt and

the Serious Crash Investigation Unit needed to examine the site, he said.

People were generally patient with the detour.

Five police cars, including Highway Patrol from Timaru, one ambulance and two fire engines attended.

State Highway 1 reopened at 5.10pm yesterday evening.

■ RESOURCE RECOVERY PARK

Glass bunkers first stage in major overhaul

By Sue NewmaN

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Glass recycling in Ashburton is about to step up a notch, with a new sorting and storage facility to be built next year.

The new facilities will be part of a raft of improvements planned at the Ashburton Resource Recovery Park that will make it easier for the community to use, and more efficient for staff, said Ashburton District Council waste recovery manager Craig Goodwin.

And the upgrade has been given a significant boost thanks to a $58,500 grant from the Glass Packaging Forum’s product stewardship scheme.

“That’s huge for us. It will fund the relocation and rebuilding of the glass bunkers and that will mean much better quality glass. The better quality the glass, the more they

Ashburton District councillor Darryl Nelson with mountains of glass at the Ashburton Resource Recovery Park.

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can recover and the more their (Glass Packaging Forum) costs will come down,” Mr Goodwin said.

With New Zealand’s only glass recycling depot based in Auckland, for South Island local authorities, recycling was always a challenge because of

the additional costs involved in transportation, he said.

Councillor Darryl Nelson, who is also a member of the Canterbury Waste Committee, said the recovery park’s bunkers were obsolete and the new bunkers would allow glass to be sorted by colour. The bun-

kers would be the first stage in a major overhaul at the park, he said.

“This grant will cover a significant amount of the cost of revamping the park; it’s a welcome contribution to the project and is a strong indication of its worthiness.”

The grant would enable the council to improve its recycling collection across the district and it meant glass left at rural drop-off collection points would now contribute to a higher tonnage of better quality glass sent for recycling, Cr Nelson said.

“It’s all about our region’s commitment to environmental issues and to making Ashburton a leader in responsible waste management practices”.

Improvements at the resource recovery park are planned for early 2016.

A quiet revolution has been under way in Ashburton’s Anglican Church circles.

That revolution was born about five years ago and will come to a successful conclusion on November 28 when the parishes of Ashburton’s St Stephen’s and Tinwald’s St Andrew’s merge to become one.

St Stephen’s vicar Joan Clark has been the spiritual leader of both parishes for some time, and when she arrived in Ashburton three years ago, believed it was the right time to pick up the threads of the merger that had been lying on the table for two years. She met little resistance from either parish with the agreement to merge unanimous.

“The two parishes complement each other and getting the two parishes working together has been on the minds of successive bishops,” Reverend Clark said.

Until Hinds became part of a co-operating parish about 30 years ago, Tinwald and Hinds had shared a ministry.

St Andrew’s will join Allenton’s St Peter’s as part of the wider Ashburton Anglican parish.

In the interim it will be known as the Ashburton-Tinwald Anglican Parish but after next year’s annual meeting its name will change, possibly to the Ashburton Anglican Parish.

Reverend Clark believes the merger is a sensible survival tool.

“It makes sense in this day and age. Little businesses don’t survive and some big ones even struggle.”

The two parishes had their own character and that would not be lost in the merger, she said.

“Tinwald has a thriving community connection. Their ideal is to be a church in the community, for the community and that’s a pretty positive outlook.”

The Bishop of Christchurch, Victoria Matthews will celebrate the parish merger at a 10am service at St Stephen’s on Sunday, followed by a parish luncheon. Celebrations will continue during the week, with the merger becoming official on November 28.

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■ JONAH LOMU

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Death of an All Black legend Jonah Lomu’s wife has spoken of the devastating loss she and her family have suffered with the death of the All Black legend.

Lomu died at home in Auckland surrounded by family on Tuesday night. He was 40.

His wife, Nadene, issued a statement yesterday. “It is with great sadness that I must announce my dear husband Jonah Lomu died last night. As you can imagine this is a devastating loss for our family.”

She asked for privacy for her family, especially her young children, during the “traumatic time”.

Members of Lomu’s extended family gathered at home in Mangere to support each other following the devastating news.

Nehoa Lomu said he first heard about his younger brother’s death on the radio.

“I just came from work. I heard it on the radio. It’s just really sad,” he said.

Nehoa said their mother, Hepi, had been taken to another family home.

“What happened, happened.

But we are very proud of my brother and what he did for New Zealand and also Tonga.”

Another brother said their mother was “like any other mother would be” following the news of her son’s death.

Inside the house, photos of the rugby legend and his two young sons could be seen on the walls.

Lomu’s cousin Mataiasi Lomu posted a tribute online.

“What a tough blow for my family and relatives. Especially to Nadene Lomu and my nephews who lost a father and husband my prayers will be with them for they are my blood.”

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Ashburton Borough School will be submitting a formal request about parking issues to the Ashburton District Council following a board meeting next week.

The school had been in touch with council at the end of last term with concerns about congestion before and after school due people parking outside its boundary all day.

A Mid Canterbury woman, aged in her 40s, was airlifted to Christchurch Hospital in a serious condition after falling off her bicycle on Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road at 3.15pm on Monday.

St John Ashburton sent an ambulance, a response vehicle and the Westpac Rescue helicopter to the scene. St John Ashburton also sent an ambulance to an incident on Grove Street at 4.43pm on Monday after a five-year-old boy was hit by a car. He was taken to Ashburton Hospital with moderate injuries.

On Tuesday St John Ashburton attended three medical-related incidents.

Hakatere Festival Jonah Lomu died from cardiac arrest on Tuesday night, surrounded by family.

Former All Blacks Michael Jones, Eroni Clarke and Ofisa Junior Tonu’u have also arrived at the Lomu residence wearing dark coloured clothing to pay tribute to their former team mate and his family.

Family later watched on as a silver hearse left the property.

Cardiac arrest has been confirmed as Jonah Lomu’s cause of death.

Long-time former All Blacks doctor John “Doc” Mayhew has told the New Zealand Herald that Lomu’s well-known kidney issues would inevitably have had

something to do with his heart stopping.

“The final mechanism was something caused the heart to go into cardiac arrest, most probably a cardiac or pulmonary event,” Mayhew said.

“Cardiac arrest is the final pathway of the heart shutting down. That’s all there is really.”

Mayhew said people with chronic kidney disease have an inflated chance of heart issues.

It began to make itself apparent even when he was making global headlines steamrolling England into submission at the

1995 Rugby World Cup and afterwards.

Lomu had a kidney transplant in 2004 which helped him in his battle for seven and a half years.

But his body rejected the replacement organ in 2011.

Lomu’s former manager Phil Kingsley Jones said: “Today is one of the saddest days of my life, hearing that one of the most wonderful young men I have ever known and who was like a son to me, has been taken from us.

“Jonah was a big part of my family and we are all shattered by his passing,” he said.

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Ashburton Borough School business manager Kate Bond (subs correct) said the school had received a proposal shortly after this and had been considering its options.

She wanted to make sure their proposal would not disturb their residential neighbours but would provide for the safety of their students.

Parents had been starting to park on yellow lines due to spac-

es around the school being taken up by people parking all day, she said.

This had caused a number of safety concerns for the school about the danger to its students.

“We’re wanting to be able to help parents to drop their children off safely.”

Because the catchment area for the school is so wide many families did not live within walking distance of the school.

The proposal from council would be discussed during a board meeting next week and a decision would be made then, she said.

“As soon as the board have decided on that we’ll put in a submission to council.”

The request would be likely to include parking restrictions around the perimeter of the school excluding Moore Street, Mrs Bond said.

Dunedin bid for refugee resettlement centre A decision on Dunedin’s bid to become New Zealand’s next refugee resettlement centre will be made within weeks, Immigration New Zealand says.

An Immigration New Zealand (INZ) spokesman on Tuesday confirmed the department had completed an assessment of potential centres wanting to become the country’s sixth resettlement location.

Ashburton police intercepted patched gang members travelling south through Ashburton at 9.30pm on Tuesday. As a result of a search of the vehicle and occupants, some cannabis and a large sum of money were seized.

A Dunedin man was arrested and charged with possession of cannabis for supply.

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That included looking at the availability of employment, housing and government services, as well as the support provided by the local community, he said.

Dunedin was among potential centres being considered, and a meeting between INZ staff and Dunedin City Council representatives would be held before an announcement, which was

expected by “early next month”, he said.

The update came after Dunedin city councillors on Monday voted to endorse a bid by the Dunedin Refugee Steering Group to bring refugees to the city.

The group has written to Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse, a Dunedin-based National Party list MP, asking

for the city to be considered as a refugee resettlement centre.

The group also wanted the city to be considered as a candidate to host a refugee resettlement centre like Mangere’s.

The Government announced earlier this year it would accept 600 more Syrian refugees over the next three years, on top of the country’s existing quota.

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Cultural groups from schools around Mid Canterbury will be performing in the Ashburton College auditorium for the annual Hakatere Festival from 10am-2pm today.

Burglary prevented Having an alarm system installed prevented a burglary in Ashburton on Tuesday, Senior Sergeant Scott Banfield says. Two Ashburton men were arrested and charged with burglary after they took property from a large external shed at a Wakanui Road property at about 3pm on Tuesday. The men had tried to enter the house first but alarms had been activated and a local security company was notified.

They went straight to the scene, called police and started trying to catch the offenders who had fled into some nearby paddocks, Mr Banfield said. The pre-emptive act of having the alarms and the quick actions of the security company enabled the two men to be caught, he said. They were arrested after being found with a number of items from the shed and appeared in the Christchurch District Court yesterday morning. One man was remanded to reappear on November 26 and the other December 9.

Rhyolite fundraiser Methven Care Trust is selling rhyolite rocks sourced from a Mt Alford farm as a fundraiser. Farmer and fundraising group member Dan Symons came up with the idea, as a follow-up to the trust’s house and garden tour this month.

Small, medium and large garden landscape boulders are being sourced from Mr Symons’ neighbour Jack Harmer’s farm, and sample rocks can be viewed on Methven House’s front lawn.

Wareings Transport helped lift the rocks onto the site and KT’s Contracting will assist with free delivery around Methven township during December. KT’s Contracting has also donated a series of smaller limestone rocks for the fundraiser. Methven Care Trust is fundraising for a new rest home.

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A man has been arrested over the murder of George Taiaroa, two years after he was fatally shot while working at a road construction site north of Taupo.

Mr Taiaroa was killed on March 19, 2013. A statement from police yesterday said: “Today a man in his 40s from Taranaki was arrested without incident at an address in Stratford and is currently assisting police with their enquiries. Mr Taiaroa’s family ask that the media respect their privacy at this time.”

It is understood armed officers accompanied detectives who made the arrest.

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A mobile service with a mission to fight diabetes made its way to Ashburton earlier this week.

Joined by members of the local Diabetes New Zealand group, Diabetes Van health navigator Susan Moala’eua said the van travelled around to raise awareness about diabetes.

In town for Diabetes Awareness Month, the van had informative resources on board as well as prizes, balloons and hoolahoops for kids.

The information provided covered a wide range of topics, from individual and community risk of type 2 diabetes, to how to reduce the risk of developing diabetes, Ms Moala’eua said.

Although there was no blood sugar or blood testing equipment on board, a nurse was on hand to answer questions.

Car and truck collision A man is dead after a car and a house-moving truck collided near Whanganui on Tuesday night.

Emergency services were called to the scene of the crash on State Highway 3 at Kai Iwi, north west of Whanganui, a police spokesman said. The crash occurred just after 10pm, involving a transporter truck carrying a house. One person was trapped in the vehicle and had to be cut free, a Fire Service spokeswoman said yesterday. The police serious crash unit attended the scene.

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Right - Members of the local Diabetes New Zealand group were on hand to welcome the Diabetes Van to town on Tuesday.

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■ MID CANTY DAIRYING

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The latest 7.9 per cent decrease at the GlobalDairy Trade auction reinforces the need for dairy farmers to keep costs down so they are sustainable in times of volatility, according to a Fonterra shareholder councillor.

The drop in price came hard on the heels of a 7.4 per cent decrease a fortnight ago and a 3.1 per cent decline two weeks prior to that.

The average price across all

dairy products listed has now dropped to $US2345 per metric tonne.

Whole milk powder – Fonterra’s main export product – fell 11 per cent at an average price of $US2148.

The auction follows Fonterra increasing earnings by between 45 to 55 cents per share to farmers at a pay-out of $4.60 per kilogram of milksolids.

However, many commentators have said that the increased forecast would only be achieved

if the GlobalDairy Trade auction reached $3000 per tonne by Christmas.

Mt Hutt farmer and shareholder councillor Charles Whitehead said if $3000 per tonne was needed to achieve the pay-out, the latest auction could be “putting the pressure” on Fonterra.

“It is what it is. It’s what customers are prepared to pay on the day.”

However, Mr Whitehead believed the forecast pay-out was achievable and said the value-

added side of Fonterra’s business was “working very well” – negating some of the auction’s effects.

“But it’s absolutely critical that farmers don’t have too many costs in their farming systems so that they can sustain farms during any volatility.”

As part of its strategic review Fonterra recently axed 750 jobs to reduce costs with Chairman John Wilson saying the pay-out increase reflected the strength of the three months ended in October.

The sister of a teacher killed in the Paris terror attacks has spoken of his fondness for New Zealand after teaching at Dunedin high schools two years ago. Romain Dunet, 28, who taught at five Dunedin high schools while visiting the city on a working holiday in 2013, was killed in the Bataclan concert hall during Friday night’s attacks. In an email to the Otago Daily Times, Mr Dunet’s sister Clotilde said it was heartening people were thinking of her brother in New Zealand at what was a devastating time for her family.

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Children injured Two young children, aged 1 and 2, have been seriously injured in a two-car crash in Waikato. Police and other emergency services responded to the scene of the incident, which occurred about 7.25pm on Tuesday in Tauhei.

The two children were seriously injured in the crash, a statement from police said.

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■ FOODBANK

Donations welcome for Food Rescue Appeal Countdown Ashburton is doing its part to help out the local Salvation Army foodbank.

The supermarket chain is encouraging people to drop off food items for the foodbank for its annual Food Rescue Appeal.

Some of the most sought-after items include pasta and rice, cereal, canned fruit, sugar, flour, toiletries and hygiene products.

All items can be deposited instore in a specially-designed covered trolley.

However, cash donations are also welcome which can be made at the check-out.

Countdown will then do its part and donate $500 worth of groceries to the Salvation Army.

All of the donated items will go towards the Salvation Army’s Christmas hampers.

A trio of businesses have created a special beer to support Wellington Zoo. Zoo Brew will be launched in the capital this weekend. Artist Seraphine Pick, winner of several art awards and grants, has created artwork for the bottles. Wellington craft beer brewer Garage Project, Wellington Zoo and Trade Me teamed up to launch the beer.

The collaboration was a “quirky, unconventional and cool” way to raise money for Wellington Zoo, Alicia Harris, Wellington Zoo’s partnerships manager said. - NZME

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■ ASHBURTON HOSPITAL

Lieu and leave still high Caitlin.p@theguardian.Co.nz

Lieu and long-service leave balances remain high at Ashburton Hospital, but measures are in place to keep them on track.

Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) executive director of nursing, Mary Gordon, said all 9600 CDHB employees accrued leave on an annual basis and many, by way of their nationally negotiated employment arrangements, were entitled to carry leave forward into

A schoolgirl has been sexually assaulted by a group of men in broad daylight while walking home from the school bus, in what police have labelled a “despicable” attack. The incident occurred about 4pm last Thursday in Meremere, North Waikato Acting Detective Sergeant Chris Cummings said. The teenage girl was sexually assaulted in her school uniform by four men, aged between 16 and 20 years old, he said. She had been dropped off by the school bus near the Meremere library.

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Right - Zara-Lee Bennett and her 23-month-old daughter Lyla-Lee Mort did their part for the Salvation Army yesterday, dropping off an item into Countdown’s Food Rescue Appeal trolley.

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following years.

The CDHB could not provide a current lieu and leave breakdown, however, earlier this year Ashburton and rural director of nursing, Jan McClelland, said approximately 40,000 to 50,000 hours of long-service leave were accrued each month and 10,000 to 15,000 lieu hours.

Of this, only around 45 per cent of long-service leave had been taken and around 70 per cent of lieu hours.

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Health Board’s hospital Advisory committee meeting report for this period last year, prepared by business manager chief executive Warren Holm, stated the high leave and lieu was due to the “limitations of providing cover on shifts and public holidays”.

Ms Gordon said it was always challenging to balance the ongoing provision of services with people’s need to take leave, however, there were a range of initiatives in place to help with this.

These included encouraging all staff to take leave during quieter periods such as Christmas and Easter, enabling flexible working weeks and ensuring vacancies within departments are reduced when possible.

Currently there are no unfilled vacancies at Ashburton Hospital.

In addition to this, managers within the CDHB work with staff that have high leave balances to develop leave plans 12 months in advance, Ms Gordon said.

A Waikato motorist has had a miraculous escape after a collision with a truck that saw it mount the front of her car. The woman was driving in Kihikihi at about 10.15am yesterday when the collision occurred. “An articulated truck is up on the front passenger side of the car,” a police spokesman said.

“The front right of the truck is on the front left of the car. There are no injuries. “It was a very lucky escape for that driver.”

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Ignorant hunters The ignorance of hunters laying leg hold or gin traps on the ground are unnecessarily killing kiwi, a Northland bird expert has warned. Northpower Native Bird Recovery Centre chairman Robert Webb this week received three seriously injured kiwi – two females and a male – which appeared to have been caught in traps that were not properly laid. All three had to be put down.

The 10 and 5-year-old females of breeding age suffered injuries to their legs and bills.

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Air France planes in scare Two Air France flights bound for Paris from the United States have been diverted and landed safely after anonymous threats the carrier called a “bomb scare.”

Just days after deadly terror attacks in the French capital, one jet was diverted to Salt Lake City, Utah, after taking off from Los Angeles, while the second left Washington and was diverted to Halifax, Canada.

Both aircraft - flight 65 out of Los Angeles, and flight 55 out of Dulles International Airport in Virginia near the US capital landed safely.

The flights “were subjects of anonymous threats received after their respective take-offs,” the airline said in a statement.

“As a precautionary measure and to conduct all necessary security checks, Air France ... decided to request the landings of both aircraft.”

“Local authorities are carrying out complete inspections of the aircraft, the passengers and their luggage,” the carrier said, adding that the “source of the telephone call” was being investigated.

Social media comments alluded to an emergency landing of the jet that left Los Angeles, saying it had touched down in Utah, with many police cars on the tar-

Emergency vehicles are parked near an Air France plane that was diverted to Salt Lake City International Airport, after an anonymous threat.

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mac surrounding the plane.

“It was diverted to Salt Lake City because of a security incident,” CNN quoted the Federal Aviation Administration as saying.

The incidents come on the heels of terror attacks in the French capital Friday, which killed at least 129 people.

They also come as Russia con-

firmed that the Russian passenger jet that crashed in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula last month, killing 224, had been brought down by a bomb.

Meanwhile, shooting broke out in a northern suburb of Paris during an anti-terrorist police operation, sources say, five days after the attacks in the capital.

There was an exchange of gun-

fire during the operation in SaintDenis, according to a source close to the investigation, who could not confirm who was targeted in the operation.

Another source said a special armed response unit took part in the raid.

Firemen said one person was lightly injured.

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Two employees of Egypt’s Sharm al-Sheikh airport have been detained for questioning over the crash of the Russian airliner last month that killed all 224 people aboard.

Egyptian security reportedly confirmed CCTV footage showed a baggage handler carrying a suitcase from an airport building to another man, who was loading luggage onto the doomed airliner from the runway.

“I think it’s more likely that being copy-catted than the kind of attack done in Paris,” he said.

“It could be a baggage handler is paid money to put what he’s told is drugs on an aeroplane, not knowing it’s explosives.”

Prof Williams, who is also a member of the International Association of Bomb Technicians and Investigators, also pointed out that Australians are a target for Islamic State because of Australia’s involvement in military action targeting the terror group in Syria and Iraq.

“There is an Islamic State affiliate in Indonesia, which is JAT, and it’s possible they could get a

baggage handler in Indonesia to do the same sort of thing.

“Of course Australians are a target because of our involvement in the US-led coalition against Islamic State.”

The warning from Prof Williams comes after the former commander of an elite Indonesian counter-terrorism unit, now a senior minister with the government in Jakarta, confirmed security forces are monitoring more than 100 foreign fighters who have returned from battlefields in Syria and Iraq.

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Blanchett downplays award post Paris Cate Blanchett, accepting an honour for her film work, made reference to the recent attacks in Paris and Beirut and said her own efforts “feel very insignificant” in view of what’s happening in the world.

Blanchett was honored Tuesday at the Museum of Modern Art’s eighth annual film benefit, which raises funds so that important cinematic works can join the museum’s collection.

“All my efforts do feel very insignificant in view of what’s going on in the world at the moment, the horrific events in Europe and the Middle East,” Blanchett said, “and the thousands of refugees who travel across the borders, and their plight, their peril has become even more precarious and difficult.”

“But,” she added, “and this is go-

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In brief Mum six times over A woman has been nabbed driving at six times over the blood-alcohol limit just moments after dropping her child at school. The 35-yearold was stopped in the South Australian Riverland on Tuesday morning and blew 0.305. She has been banned from driving for 12 months, had her car impounded for 28 days and will appear in the Berri Magistrates Court on a later date. South Australian child welfare authorities have been advised, police say.

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$2b drugs seized

Expert: Indonesia target for more bombings Lax security at Indonesian airports and support for Islamic State among extremists in the world’s most populous Muslim nation could lead to more plane bombings, potentially targeting Australians, a terrorism expert has warned.

Professor Clive Williams, from the Australian National University’s Centre for Military and Security Law, has warned it would not be too difficult for an unsophisticated explosive device to be planted on planes leaving Indonesian airports.

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ing to sound like a massive justification — perhaps it is in the face of what’s going on in the world — sometimes you’re presented with the opportunity of working on projects that perhaps might last and perhaps have something interesting and important to say, and last year was definitely one of those years for me.”

She was referring to the two current movies that both are generating serious awards buzz for the two-time Oscar winner.

One is “Truth,” in which Blanchett plays the real-life role of CBS producer Mary Mapes, whose career ended following her report about George W. Bush’s National Guard service.

Blanchett’s latest film is “Carol,” in which she plays a woman involved in a 1950s lesbian romance.

- AP

Almost $2 billion worth of illicit drugs was taken off Australian streets by the Australian Crime Commission in the past year, according to its annual report.

Tabling the report in parliament yesterday, the commission says it disrupted 54 criminal entities, added 61 new targets to its criminal hit list and produced 79 intelligence reports on foreign fighters and counter-terrorism.

It made 194 arrests on 548 charges and seized almost $35 million in cash.

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TPP will be a goer US President Barack Obama says he is confident the US Congress will ratify the 12-nation Trans-Pacific Partnership before he leaves office in a year. The free trade deal is facing stiff opposition from many Democrats and unexpected resistance from Republicans. But a veteran Senate Republican aide, who asked not to be identified, said Republican leaders intend to shelve the deal until after the November 2016 presidential election, which would dash administration hopes of a vote in the first half of next year.

Obama however said he was confident the deal would be ratified.

- AFP

Burial for girl Khandalyce Pearce will be laid to rest with her murdered mother in Alice Springs. A small white coffin containing the remains of the twoyear-old, whose bones were found dumped in the South Australian bush in July, will be taken to Alice Springs in the coming days. She will be buried with her mother Karlie Pearce-Stevenson, whose body was found in NSW’s notorious Belanglo State Forest in 2010. Daniel James Holdom, 41, was last month charged with Ms Pearce-Stevenson’s murder.

“It is time for Khandalyce and her mother Karlie to go home. To be reunited as one in each others’ arms. To rest in peace for eternity,” the family said.

- AAP

Bushfire contained

Cate Blanchett and Ralph Fiennes attend the Museum of Modern Art Film Benefit.

PHOTO AP

A bushfire south of Adelaide continues to burn freely with back-burning operations planned in a bid to bring it under control.

The fire at Yundi on the Fleurieu Peninsula is burning south through scrub. The Country Fire Service says the blaze is not controlled and conditions in the area are continually changing. It has destroyed about 55 hectares and is being fought by more than 110 firefighters as well as waterbombing aircraft. Fire crews were to conduct major back burning in the area last night.

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Youth the ultimate sounding board Sue Newman

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ometimes the best ideas come from the most unexpected quarter.

And knowing that, the Ashburton District Council – as part of its investigation of site options for a new district library and civic headquarters – took their questions to some of the district’s youngest brains.

Each year the council holds a young people’s forum, an event where schools are invited to send along two of their students to talk about issues that are of concern to their school community.

Over the years some pretty impressive ideas have come out of these forums and several have been implemented or actioned by the council.

This year the council opted to make its student forum a little more focused, asking speakers to present their ideas for the rebuild of the district library and civic headquarters. And they took to that with gusto.

Just how much of a winner the EA Networks Centre has been was evident in the wishes of many that the new library should be part of this complex – the ultimate in one-stop shopping, they said.

And when it came to ideas for how the new library should run its business, there were ideas a-plenty. These kids know what they want and they know how they want their world to run.

When the council gets down to the nitty gritty, deciding location, deciding what the library should look like and how it will function, by all means, bring in the consultants but don’t forget we have our own junior experts.

These youngsters are library users today and they’re our library users of the future. We need to ensure that whatever we build is built for their future.

There is a school of thought that suggests libraries will become redundant. And yes, traditional libraries may, but the concept of a place where reading material in some format can be borrowed will not.

As a community we’ll be investing heavily in a new library and civic centre. While residents may not be the best people to ask for input on the form the civic centre should take, they and particularly young residents, are the ultimate sounding board when it comes to planning a new library.

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Be a great ambassador for Mid Canterbury M

id Canterbury is blessed with stunning natural beauty – mountains, rivers, lakes – but these aspects are not enough to keep tourism alive and strong.

It’s up to our people to welcome and help our global community to have the time of their lives while visiting our beautiful spaces.

The tourism sector in New Zealand continues to grow rapidly and is now the country’s biggest export earner – a $66 million-per-day industry.

In the past week the first flights from the Chinese region have entered into Canterbury.

The Chinese tourism business is critical to our district’s economy and future growth. We have experienced a 38 per cent visitor growth from China into New Zealand – Source: Statistics New Zealand YE April 15 One of the most exciting opportunities for Mid Canterbury is that we are seeing substantially more international free independent travellers (FIT) discovering New Zealand.

These travellers have a wider positive economic impact on our region as they don’t typically book ahead or travel by coach as they have traditionally done.

Their hard-earned money is spent across the whole region not just in one hotel or on one activity.

That said, the team at SkydivingKiwis recently had 63 Chinese independent travellers jump with them – mostly for the first time, out of a total of 92 jumps in a week.

These numbers will continue to soar, with the growth of the international inbound tourism.

As they say, “First impressions count”, so as a district we need to take good care of our international visitors, make them feel welcome and make it easy for them to get

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around our district.

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southern hospitality, creating meaningful reasons for their return to our district.

International visitors are critical to our economy and if we don’t take care of them they will simply find new places to stay and play, or tell friends and family not to come to Canterbury.

I’m sure many of you will read my column and feel that tourism in our region is not of great benefit, particularly against our rich agriculture sectors.

While the tourism dollar is smaller in Mid Canterbury, it’s important we diversify within our economy, ensuring we don’t have “all our eggs in one basket” so to speak.

The opportunity for agri-tourism within our region is massive – luxury farm-stays, hands-on farm visits and agricultural conferences are just a start of what could be a huge success.

Many of the region’s tourism operators have spent significant time and money to ready themselves for the

Chinese arrivals.

Experience Mid Canterbury is available to assist those who need more information in supporting our international visitors across the district.

So as Mid Canterbury ambassadors, stop and say “hello” or “kia ora” to our international friends. Treat them the way you’d like to be treated in their homeland.

Bruce Moffat is general manager of Experience Mid Canterbury

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■ CHECK-IN DELAYS

Air NZ technical glitch causes delays A technical issue affecting Air New Zealand check-in for flights worldwide has now been resolved, the airline says.

Earlier yesterday morning the airline said it was “actively investigating the cause and a further update will be provided when more information is available”.

An updated statement said: “Air New Zealand has resolved the technical issue which affected check-in for flights earlier today.

Air New Zealand thanks customers for their patience while it has worked to resolve the issue.”

Manual check-in was still available at airport counters, however customers were told they “may experience delays checking in for their flight and are advised to allow more time to complete checkin until the issue is resolved”.

People travelling at Auckland Airport said on Twitter there had been long queues for the manual check-in counter.

Other people praised Air New Zealand staff for remaining “pleasant and helpful” despite the “chaos”.

The queues were completely clear by 10am, with some jet-set-

Left – An Air New Zealand self check-in centre.

ters expressing relief they weren’t caught up in the wait.

One couple travelling to Perth said they did not have to wait at all.

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when you’re flying.”

Two Air New Zealand staff members were helping the handful of remaining passengers check in at machines.

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They did not see the queues.

“We just missed it apparently, the Air New Zealand woman just told us.

“We’re lucky. You don’t want that

The rest of the check-in area – including about 50 self checkin stations – was clear of waiting passengers.

Carole Wilson and her family had left plenty of time to get to the airport from Orewa for their afternoon flight yesterday.

She had not heard about the queues but was happy they missed them, she said.

“Very lucky we came early,” she said.

“The traffic was way back at Oteha as well but we just flew by in the bus lane.”

An Air New Zealand employee, who was working during the rush, said there was not too much delay for passengers.

The manual check-in system was able to get passengers through just as fast as the self check-in systems, he said.

There was a small queue as people realised the self check-in machines weren’t working, but it cleared fast, he said.

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Kiwi Property Group posted a 5.2 per cent decline in distributable income after New Zealand’s largest listed property investor cut interest costs, making up for weaker rental income.

Distributable income after tax fell to $42.4 million in the six months ended September 30, from $40.3 million a year earlier, the Auckland-based company said in a statement. Net rental income fell 0.9 per cent to $76.3 million. Net profit jumped 51 per cent to $36 million as a litigation settlement made up for increased non-operating expenses.

Kiwi Property has focused on keeping interest costs under control as it contemplates investments including the expansion of Auckland’s Sylvia Park shopping mall. The company lowered its gearing ratio to 30.3 per cent as at September 30, from 33.5 per cent at March 31, having reduced in-

terest payments when mandatory convertible notes converted in December 2014, and using a net $148 million via an entitlement offer in June to repay debt.

Last week, Kiwi Property said it had refinanced all of its $775 million of bank facilities, extending the terms and reducing the borrowing costs. Net interest expense fell to $16.8 million in the first half from $27.5 million a year earlier, which also reflected more favourable interest rates, it said.

Development work at several properties resulted in a temporary loss of income, including floors kept empty at its Majestic Centre in Wellington, and at two sites on The Terrace. It also began expansion work at LynMall last January, it noted. On a comparable basis, rental income rose 4.3 per cent in the first half, it said.

The company will pay an interim cash dividend of 3.3 cents a share, in line with guidance, from 3.25 cents a year earlier, and

maintained its cash dividend forecast of 6.6 cents for the full year.

“From a property market perspective, we expect retail sales to grow at least in line with GDP, while underlying demand matched with limited short-term supply will be positive for the Auckland office market. In Wellington our focus on securing long-term government leases at our core office assets positions us strongly for the future,” said chief executive Chris Gudgeon.

Its tax expense rose to $9 million from $2.7 million, reflecting tax credits available in the yearearlier period. Property assets were valued at $2.39 billion at September 31, from $2.28 billion at March 31. Occupancy stood at 97.2 per cent from 96.1 per cent at March 31 and its weighted average lease term rose to eight years from 7.6 years on that basis.

The shares last traded at $1.365 and have gained about 11 per cent this year.

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Wynyard signs $900k contract with Saudis

BY SOPHIE BOOT Wynyard Group, the security software firm, has signed a $900,000 contract with an unidentified Saudi bank to help the institution comply with regulation from Saudi Arabia’s central bank, the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency.

Auckland-based Wynyard didn’t name the bank, but said it was “one of Saudi Arabia’s top 10 banks” and provides wholesale, retail and commercial banking

products. No term was given for the duration of the contract.

On Friday, Wynyard announced it had signed a $4.5 million contract to provide a national security agency with software to counter terrorism and help protect high value assets. In October, the company inked a $2.5 million contract to provide security information and risk management services for a large European national infrastructure company, and in January it signed a $3.2 million

contract with an unidentified national security bureau. Last week, the company announced plans to raise $30 million from institutional and high net worth investors at a premium to the current trading price, to grow its sales and partner network, expand operations in the US and Middle East and invest in research and development.

Wynyard debuted on the NZX in 2013, raising $65 million in capital to fund its international growth.

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Little Billy and his socks After endless nights of scratching furniture and keeping the humans of the house awake in to the early hours, Ashburton Guardian reporters James Ford and Ruby Harfield’s cat Billy’s reign of terror came to an end when Ruby knitted the two-year-old moggy a pair of bed socks to keep his claws at bay. Remarkably, the mischievious feline accepted the new conditions of sleeping in the bedroom and wears the red woollies all night.

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■ To make the sauce, fry onion, garlic and ginger in oil. Add tomato sauce, soy sauce, lemon juice and seasoning. Heat gently.

■ Grill patties on medium high heat for five minutes on either side.

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Big stocks of grain unsold on farm – report

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The latest Arable Industry Marketing Initiative (AIMI) report indicates farmers are having to hold 71 per cent more grain on-farm this season with the dairy downturn halting the feed barley trade.

Total tonnages sitting in silos as of October was estimated to be 410,300 tonnes, which included 297,600 tonnes of grain sold but being stored by the farmer.

Overall the AIMI report believes farmers are carrying 180,500 tonnes of feed barley, 135,900 tonnes of feed wheat, 50,500 tonnes of milling wheat, 26,100 tonnes of malting barley, 15,000 tonnes of milling oats and 2300 tonnes of feed oats.

It’s believed the estimated tonnage of unsold feed barley sits at 59,000 tonnes – double the amount at the same time last year and the preceding year, but slightly lower than in October 2012.

The increase was not unexpected with farmers reporting earlier in the season some contract withdrawals from dairy farmers as the downturn in milk prices bit.

While feed barley has been a thorn in most arable farmers’ sides, milling wheat figures have remained relatively static with the estimated tonnage of unsold grain around 10,500 tonnes – similar to the same time last year.

Around 40,000 tonnes of sold

According to AIMI, farmers are having to hold 71 per cent more grain, like this feed wheat, on-farm this season.

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milling wheat remains on-farm which was slightly up on the tonnage at the same time last year.

Overall on-farm storage was up 11 per cent on the same time last year.

Milling wheat crops sown this season are up by 26 per cent.

Feed wheat, like feed barley, has higher amounts unsold at 34,000 tonnes, with on-farm storage of the grain up by 37 per cent on the same time last year.

However, there has been an identical area sown in feed wheat to last season.

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onda’s new HRV is pretty much a case of back to the future!

The original compact HRV (High Riding Vehicle) crossover/SUV of the late ‘90s hit the market more than a decade before its genre became both socially acceptable and desirable.

Now they’re certainly the in thing with 34 per cent of the new vehicles sold so far in New Zealand this year being crossover/SUVs. There’s six HRV variants ranging from $32,900 to $43,900, so buyers can choose their desired look, feel and specification levels.

All are front drive with a 1.8 litre petrol engine and 7-step CVT auto.

Design-wise, Honda’s aim was to combine a coupe look with the space, raised-seating position, ease of entry and visibility of an SUV, hence HRV’s sporty body shape, complete with rear door handles hiding in the C-pillars and sharply defined lines, all of which give it an attractive, but distinctive look.

It’s a 4.3 metre long five-seater and, while built on the same platform as the Jazz, sits higher and has a longer wheelbase.

As in the Jazz, the petrol tank sits in the same logical, and better-protected position under the front seats.

This liberates more than sufficient space in the rear so the extremely clever “magic seat” set-up can be used.

This results in its expansive, airy cabin being close to that of the larger CRV as far as interior space within goes.

And of course, with numerous configurations for the rear seats, some pretty remarkable things can, given the HRV’s compact size, be fitted through the wide opening tailgate.

Seats up, luggage space is 437 litres; seats folded, it’s 1032 litres or 1462 litres loaded to the roof.

Standard gear for all models includes daytime running lights, cruise control, climate air, a 7” touch screen, reversing camera, electric park brake, hill-start and 16” alloys.

The sport models add dual zone climate-air, leather seats (heating for the front ones) a panoramic glass roof, 17” or 18” alloys, keyless entry, front and rear parking sensors, plus more including the very useful lane watch and city brake assist.

The dash is visually classy with its combination of soft touch materials, chrome and piano black highlights, neat instruments and the large touch screen.

The latter, which is sat-nav capable, (only by using your smart phone’s technology) is a bit fiddly to use and until you get used to it, is best set up before moving off.

While the front seat squabs initially looked like they could be a bit more shapely, they proved to be fine over longer drives, as was the case for the two adults in the rear.

Honda are renowned for their freerevving engines and the HRV’s 1.8 litre, i-VTEC is no different.

Yet for economical day-to-day driving, there’s no need to explore this, for although torque peaks at 4300rpm, 90 per cent of this is on hand from 2500rpm, which is just where it’s needed, for it’s coupled to a new, ever responsive CVT. That combination means smart take-offs from the lights, quick overtaking and then relaxed, quiet open road cruising.

This new CVT continuously varies the gear ratio instead of adjusting the throttle opening, so allows the engine to operate within its most efficient range whenever possible.

0-100kmh can happen in just under 11 seconds and Honda claims that 6.9L/100km overall, can be achieved.

The electric rack and pinion steering is direct and light about town, then both precise enough, and sufficiently well weighted for quicker open road corners, where the HRV remains composed with nicely controlled, settled handling and lots of grip.

Then, whether in or out of town, the suspension delivers a sometimes slightly firm, but always acceptably supple, comfortable ride on a wide variety of road surfaces.

FINALE We found this nicely-built, smart-looking HRV Sport to be very easy to live with as a daily driver. It’s compact yet refined, performs well, is frugal and there’s plenty of practical space.

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The exclusive limited edition of the most powerful SUV in production is restricted to just 608 cars globally.

The eye-catching specification with exclusive details and unique components demonstrates the Bentayga’s abilities to the fullest.

The First Edition’s unique design includes Union Jack badging, illuminated treadplates and 22” black painted and polished wheels.

Just 10 exterior colours are offered, highlighting the exclusivity of the model.

Inside the modern, luxurious cabin the Diamond within Diamond quilting, bespoke ambient lighting, Union Jack fascia badging, unique

contrast stitching and embroidered seats enrich the look and feel of this special series still further.

The detailing in metal, wood and leather - including meticulous tolerances between elements of trim - sets a new standard in automotive design.

Bentley is producing 608 Bentayga First Edition models as this number marks the metric power output of the Bentayga 608 PS (600 bhp/ 447kW) and 900 Nm. Built in Crewe, an all-new twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre W12 engine is at the heart of the new Bentayga.

The mighty 12-cylinder unit combines efficiency and refinement with ultra-high power and torque. With a 0-60 mph time of 4.0 seconds (0100 km/h in 4.1 seconds) and a top speed of 301 km/h, the Bentayga is the world’s most powerful and fastest SUV.

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brace of victories for McLaren GT factory driver Shane Van Gisbergen with team-mate Klark Quinn saw the 650S GT3 secure the coveted Highlands 101 title at the Australian GT season finale weekend which took place at Highlands Motorsport Park.

With victory in the weekend’s opening race, followed by the win in the three hour endurance race, Van Gisbergen secured his first wins on home soil with the 650S GT3.

The first race of the weekend saw Van Gisbergen and Quinn qualify the Darrell Lea McLaren on the front row, narrowly missing pole position by just 0.044 seconds.

A strong start by Quinn saw the Australian take the lead, which he held until a racing incident further down the field close to half-distance brought out the Safety Car. With the race neutralised, teams looked to optimise race strategies with almost the entire field pitting for the compulsory stop.

Despite the best efforts of the team Van Gisbergen dropped to second, but the McLaren GT factory driver, spurred on by the support of the home crowd, set about chasing down the leader.

Van Gisbergen was quickly up to speed around the 4.1km circuit, and was almost immediately challenging for the lead.

The local star waited patiently for an opportunity, executing a clean pass and with a clear track ahead, extended the

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lead in the final laps to secure his first Australian GT victory.

The result from the race determined the grid for the second championship race of the weekend, so saw the 650S GT3 on pole position.

Despite a strong start, deployment of the Safety Car saw the hard-earned seven second lead reduced to nothing. As the order settled after the pitstop window, the New Zealand/Australian pairing was in fourth place and, despite the best efforts, they were unable to secure the final podium position, crossing the line fourth.

The second victory of the weekend saw Van Gisbergen in an intense three-car battle during the closing stages of the Highlands 101 race. Starting from fourth, Quinn maintained position during a hectic opening stint, ensuring the #37 650S GT3 remained in contention going in to the second half of the three hour endurance race.

Quick work by the team saw Van Gisbergen emerge from the pitlane in third, and two Safety Car periods saw the field closed up for the final sprint to the finish with the new Zealander sitting in second place.

With continued pressure on the leader, Van Gisbergen was in the perfect position as he made a well-timed move to take the lead with two laps remaining.

From here, the McLaren GT factory driver maintained the gap to the chasing pack to claim a famous victory at the Highlands Motorsport Park.

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Ashburton County Golf Men’s and Ladies Golf Results from a very successful tour to North Canterbury played at Amberley, Hanmer Springs, Amuri and Culverden Golf Clubs on November 2, 3, 5 and 6 in brilliantly fine weather. Eighteen men and fifteen ladies competed.

Results – best three stablefords Men: Clarrie Whiting 128, Geo Cartney 125, Dave Tilson 125, Mike Holmes 124, Eddy Tulip 123, Gavin Santy 120, Owen Everest 116.

Ladies: Mara Kennedy 121, Leslie Glassey 112, Heather Santy 105, Laurie Fogg 104, Barb Harris 104, Jan McArthur 103, Marg Pawsey 102.

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Ashburton Electronic Organ and Keyboard Club Nov 2015 Last club night for the year and there was Rose playing the old upright like a trouper. Great mix with some carols thrown in, plus a few Balmoral dances.

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Janet reminded us of our Christmas luncheon on 22nd then handed the evening’s programme over to first timers Gill ward and Jackie Chimiel.

Audrey and her merry men, John, Ron, Lester and Colin, gave us a bracket of Christmas songs. These four and their pianist Audrey, are always well received.

Janet then on keyboard. “Silver threads and golden needles’ “for all we know” couple of carols, and to finish, poor old Grandma got run over by that pesky reindeer. Nice keyboard, the Tyros, but a heck of a lot of work to set and pack up.

Audrey and rose then. Two duets. Always popular. “Sleigh bells’ and “Champagne rag” Isn’t the piano a wonderful instrument?

Irene then, after an emotional week, finishing playing at Cip Sparrow’s funeral.

Irene always pleases us with her selections. I loved “Black mask” where does she find them? And an original by a fellow musician Betty Barnett, “Leithfield beach waltz” Michael had a bumper selection as per usual, Many and varied.”Sleigh ride” (clip clop rhythm) “Ber Mir Bist Schon” finishing with “time to say goodbye” The evening concluded with our singing group “When a child is born” “Little donkey” and “An old Christmas card” which always gets to me.

We have had a super year of songs, songs, and music, music, music. Tonight’s programme ended a delightful year of entertainment. Well done Gill and Jackie for tonight’s effort, and to those who have put programmes together during the year.

Supper was served by Bev L, Teresa, Margaret Drummond, and Margaret Clifford.

Ashburton Rose Group On Wednesday November 11 members visited three members’ gardens in the evening. Our first garden was a small newly formed formal town garden with interesting box hedges and lots of new plants, here we had to count how many frog ornaments she had around her garden which was a lot of fun.

Next we visited a very interesting one where our member was establishing a new garden with lots of lovely plants, fruit trees etc. Lastly we visited a lovely established garden were she had roses and peonies starting to flower and shrubs and iris’s flowering. Here we finished our evening with a talk on caring for our roses this month and supper.

Our next meeting is on Wednesday December 9 at 6pm. This will be our Christmas one with Potluck tea. We are to bring a glass, plate and cutlery, a plate of food and an 8 gift to go in Santa’s sack. This will also be our first Rose Show.

Ashburton Senior Citizens The monthly Social Afternoon was held on November 10 at the Seniors Centre.

Hope McIntosh played the piano as the audience was being seated. The President Brony McMurtrie welcomed everyone and Happy Birthday was sung especially for Mrs Turtill who had turned 105. The last meeting of the Friendship

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Brony then announced the first entertainer who was Sarah Heney with her guitar. She sang “Amazing Grace”, “Sentimental Journey”, “Beautiful, beautiful Sunday” and a lovely Maori song and “Kentucky Waltz”. John Waugh entertained with his pipes. He started with the smallest “The Scottish Boat song”, then moved on to a “song from the Shetlands” all well received. Raffles were drawn and the Best Hats were judged. Ladies winner was June Jones, the men’s hat winner was John Greygoose. Well done! Judy followed with “Ain’t she sweet”, “Lost in a day dream”, “5ft 2 and eyes of blue”, “Hey good looking”, “Yes sir, no sir”, Judy was joined by Sarah and a sing-a-long resulted. “Hang down your head Tom Dooley”, finished with “How Great thou art”. A great afternoon’s entertainment. Sarah, John and Judy were thanked and afternoon tea was served.

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Cavendish Club Drama Circle For our afternoon entertainment the Drama Circle were able to do two sketches and several readings.The first sketch entitled “The newlyweds mend the wireless”. Judith did so well at pulling wires, unscrewing parts, ordering Jean to hold this and do that the wireless was nearly ruined. After bits of wires and screws all over the table Jean said to her dear never mind I rang for a man to come and repair the wifeless this morning, now he will have something to fix. The other sketch “Dinner for two”.

Wife Joan asked husband Betty what he would like her to cook for their meal.

Something he would really like. After he suggested some of his favourites like grilled steak, oysters, Irish stew and others. After so many suggestions none were suitable for wife to prepare always an excuse. Husband decided the only thing to do go to the pub leaving wifey in tears.

Four humorous readings followed read

by Joan, Rona, Jean & Betty. After lots of laughter afternoon tea was welcomed.

Fashion Parade October 9 was the Club’s annual fashion parade where members invite friends to join us and enjoy a beautiful afternoon tea, which is catered for.

This year we were privileged to view a range of garments from Bond Street Fashions and La Femme Fashions, which are sister shops owned by Sharon Forte of Christchurch.

The models were five of our own members, who had travelled to Christchurch two days prior to the parade and were dressed in the latest fashions for this season.

Sharon compered the show and was ably assisted by Karen Kingbury, a company rep who supplies stock to Sharon’s shops.

All who made the show possible were presented with flowers.

Much chatter followed to conclude the afternoon.

Music Circle October 16 the Music Circle had much pleasure in introducing Danny Lysaght to speak on his interesting career of his catering business “All Fed Up”. Danny seems to take it all in his stride, the early mornings and very late nights it takes to be successful in his power filled job. Of course as we all know, so much goes on behind the scenes starting with ordering the food, preparing, cooking and packing, before the meal reaches its destination. He is very quick to give credit to his wife Heather and wonderful staff as it takes all to work together for things to run smoothly. They cater for both private and large functions, it seems nothing is too much for this well run team.

The afternoon came to a close with Danny sharing another talent which is playing the organ. He gives credit to his Mother who taught him to play the piano when he was a boy and he has gone on to master the organ very successfully.

We were privileged to be the first ones

www.guardianonline.co.nz Ashburton Bridge Club On November 6 the Ashburton Bridge Club had 18 pairs participate in the New Zealand Wide Pairs where pre dealt boards are played simultaneously throughout the country.

This hand presented plenty of challenges for both declarer and the defending pair. East should reach game contract of 3NT needing to make 9 tricks. The opening lead from South will be the Spade K, followed by the Spade Q because East must hold his Spade A for at least the 1st round. He can count only 7 tricks assured, so must develop the Diamonds without losing to the South hand.

If he plays the Diamond Q from dummy to finesse, North will smartly cover with the K and at once Souths J is promoted – he can now cash all his winning Spades and the contract is light.

East must play a low Diamond from his hand towards dummy’s 9, losing to North’s Diamond K, but as the cards lie, the contract is now safe, no matter what North leads back.

Should South play his Diamond J on the 1st lead of that suit, East must cover with the Q from dummy and thus prevent South from gaining the lead.

to hear a lovely tune he had written himself. Thank you Danny for a very interesting and enjoyable afternoon.

Arts & Crafts At our Arts and Crafts afternoon Judy Kingsbury introduced Judy Skevington as our speaker. Judy has a great passion for Teddy Bears and she has literally hundreds. They are large and small, made of a variety of materials and are all gorgeous. Judy has made a large number and is still making them, but does buy any that she sees and adds them to her collection. Judy was thanked and given a small gift.

Garden Circle When Convenor Sandra Grant welcomed our guest speaker Daphne Allison to our meeting we were whisked away to the Ellerslie Flower Show via a beautiful DVD. What a magical place that was and Daphne described all the different parts to the show beautifully through the film. Many questions followed, then afternoon tea was served.

Creative Fibre Ashburton November meeting, 32 members were present.

The A&P show had 51 entries from us.

We are encouraged to do better next year.

The Hororata Show at which we put in a team to produce a child’s jersey from fleece to finished garment. It was done in 5hr and 48 min, for this we got 2nd place.

Next year’s programme has been distributed, we will be covering some basic things not only for long time members but also the new ones.

We made a new year’s resolution to finish the meeting part by 11am, so we can begin our programme before lunchtime.

Elsie is to house the club equipment - there will be no charge to hire it. We have to make sure we let Elsie know where it is when we use it.

We are encouraged to knit toys for Ronald McDonald House.

The Nepal agents were pleased to receive all the children’s knitting for those in need.

The Christmas Pot Luck meal will be on December 7 setting it up at 11.30am.

Wear your name tags for the benefit of the new members.

Show And Tell – children and baby wear: 2 cot covers, 5 cardigans matching hats and bootees, 2 wraparounds. 3 jerseys, and 2 teddy bears.

Adult wear: a cotton hat, crocheted bed rug. 1 cardigan, a practise jersey for the competition, 3 scarves, 2 shawls, spun dyed wool, teapot cosy, 2 cushion covers, plant dyed wool on 2 charts for Sat, AGM of the wider group at Darfield.

Mid Canterbury Ladies Probus Club President Avis Kingsland opened the November meeting held recently. As it was Armistice Day members stood in silence in remembrance of those New Zealanders who died while serving their country. We had two mini speakers.

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However, if the Diamond K is with South there is nothing that East could have done to bring his 3NT contract home successfully.

Avis told of five grandchildren arriving nearly all at once, a set of triplets and a set of twins. They are now eleven years of age. Margaret Watson told of a trip to Seattle and then onto a cruise ship around Alaska. As well she had watched a game of ice hockey and visited the Boeing Factory.

After morning tea Ann Truman organized six volunteers from the audience.

Dot, Jenny, Marion, Annette, Mary and Joy each spoke a little of themselves.

We learnt a lot about them, from singing with the Red Hot Nanas, nursing in Fiji, living in Papua New Guinea and watching a snake slithering over her foot while at a barbecue and arriving in New Zealand in 1952. Then they all joined in singing an older person’s version of “Our Favourite Things”.

Val Johnson told about her life on Stewart Island and running a charter service ferry for seven years with her husband.

Rakaia Garden Club On Monday November 9 a convoy of cars with Rakaia Garden Club members travelled to the Methven area for the day. First stop was at the Awa Awa Rata Reserve to see the Rhodendrons in their prime with the bush background.

Second stop was at Jenny Senior’s well established garden in Methven. Jenny specializes in Alpines and after the tour there were lots of interesting potted plants to buy. An enjoyable lunch was had at Café 131. The Garden of Harmony was visited, it has a lovely feel and always worth re-visiting. Last stop was at Donna and Callun Simpsons place, where Donna and her friend Kaylene greeted us and hosted us with a tour of her spacious garden and house as well as providing refreshments.

The December Christmas outing will be held in Jane & Marv Pangborn’s garden.

Please bring a gift exchange, a raffle item and your “spud in a bucket” to be judged. Meet outside Rakaia Community Centre at 1.45pm on Monday December 14. All welcome.

Waireka Croquet Club Life continuing at a fast pace at the Croquet Club with club competitions, Interclub and Flag matches being played every week interspersed with tournaments outside of Waireka also being held. Mixed results for the Waireka teams as they battle the other South Canterbury teams for the honour of being the best for this season but fingers crossed we may gain a couple of flags.

On the 11th October the Geoff Marshall drawn doubles were held in good spirit and good weather with a full tournament of eager players enjoying themselves..

Congratulations to Jackie Rollinson and Chris Spittal who were the eventual winners, with Heather Kaye and Kevin McGlinchy running second.

The golf croquet contingent who attended the Nelson games had a fabulous time with lots of laughs although no medals this year.

Labour weekend saw the Association Handicap Singles and Doubles for Cro-

A Heart switch before the Diamonds are established also poses another dimension for East to cope with! quet South Canterbury held with 12 entries for the Singles and 4 for the singles.

Graeme Simpson (Aorangi) won the singles and Jenny Macnab and Jim Hopely (Awamoa/Gardens the doubles. Well done to winners and players – it was a friendly tournament, with participants from as far afield as Winton enjoying Waireka hospitality.

Our thoughts have been very much with Edmund Fordyce who is recovering from major heart surgery. All the best Edmund – it has been a rough six weeks but I heretell you have once again picked up a mallet.

With Xmas fast approaching life doesn.t promise to get any quieter at Waireka.

Allenton Bowling Club Progressive Pairs November 7 Leads. 1st Lester Tarbotton 2nd Bruce Boothroyd Skips. 1st Trev Johnson 2nd Brian Marsden / Francis Frewen Mens results from Canterbury Interclub: Div 2 Sec A v Papanui Club A Crawford R Holdom P Whinham & B Molloy won 20-12 G Bishop C Youngman R Kane & A McGirr won 19-16 Div 6 Sec A v Belfast T Sutton G Clark D Hickman & S Bradshaw won 1911 B Saussey R Smitheram M Reid & D McEvedy won 21-12 Well Played guys 4 wins just great. Club Championships a few results Fours P Whinham beat R Harrison G Bishop beat D Hickman Singles: M Bassett beat R Kane and B White beat J Bruce. Congratulations to Matt Bassett who has been selected in the Canterbury Team. Our Club is very proud of you.

Ladies: Our 5’s Team are leading their competition at present. Wendy make sure you take yours bowls as they are necessary part of the game! The Rowntree Team are also leading in their competition so the same to you girls. Well done.

God luck and great bowling to Sandra in next week’s NZ Bowling Team in Christchurch. If you happen to be in town call out and give some support.

November 24 to 27.

We had a good day on Show day finishing around lunch time, had a great BBQ cooked by ‘chef’ Bish and then a few sweepstakes on the trots, raffles etc..

Thanks to all involved in running it.

The ladies championship games are progressing. The triples are down to the last few games. These are to be played on November 24 and 26. The junior Singles have been postponed but we hope to get this finished before the deadline in March. The Senior Singles is now down to one more day. A semi-final will be played Thursday am between Heather Goodall and Diana King and the winner will then go on to play Gaynor Crack in the final at 1pm Thursday. The 7’s team did well to finish 2nd with 12 points behind Methven with 14 points.

The 5’s team is also sitting in 2nd place with more games to be played.

The men are involved in the Lowry Cup and 3 players, Roger Gutberlet, Gavin Eder and Rodger Herriott have all qualified for next weekend’s play.

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Thursday, November 19, 2015

M6 Southland gallops Today at Gore raceway

Southland Racing Club’s meeting at Gore today. NZ Meeting number: 6. Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8. Trebles: 2, 3 and 4; 6, 7 and 8.

1 1.15pm (NZT) SADDLERY WAREHOUSE INVERCARGILL MAIDEN $7000, MDN, 1200m 1 85x0x Smokem Up h (6) 58.5 ....................A Collett 2 4x53 Inbee (8) 56.5........................R Cuneen (a1) 3 5x5x6 Velvet Rose (7) 56.5..................S Wynne (a) 4 659. Zah Good One (14) 56.5 . K Kalychurun (a3) 5 Brief Encounter (9) 56.5 ..............L Callaway 6 8 Olive’s Choice h (4) 56.5 ........C Barnes (a1) 7 That’s Not The Go h (5) 56.5......D Prastiyou (a2) 8 Accidental Offside h (12) 56.............R Black 9 Erin’s Babe (3) 54 ...........................T Direen 10 Gamma Crucis (1) 54.....................R Bishop 11 Gun Law (10) 54 ..........................T Moseley 12 Raising Al (11) 54 .................... J Lowry (a2) 13 x7D6x Carmody h (13) 58.5 14 87x9 Elecdes (2) 56.5 Emergencies: Carmody, Elecdes 2 1.50pm ILT FOUNDATION RATING 75 HANDICAP $8000, Rating 75 Benchmark, 2000m 1 00865 Sir Amron m (2) 59...................D Bothamley

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01060 Kina Win td (1) 58 ...........................A Collett 91x22 The Groomsman d (7) 57.5...R Cuneen (a1) 6x580 Peter Parrot d (8) 56.5..... K Kalychurun (a3) x6844 Saragarhi dm (5) 56 ...........L Magorrian (a1) 092x3 Lucille (4) 54.5 .......................C Barnes (a1) 02058 Fly Me To Da Moon m (3) 54D Prastiyou (a2) 347x6 Tutor d (6) 54.............................S Wynne (a) 3 2.25pm INVERCARGILL LICENSING TRUST HANDICAP $12,000, OPN HCP, 1800m 1 20456 Hexie Hao m (4) 59.5 .........L Magorrian (a1) 2 50031 Irish Excuse tmh (1) 59 ....................R Black 3 3x580 Oor Wullie tm (5) 58.5 ....................R Bishop 4 30222 Comanche Gold m (2) 57.5......D Bothamley 5 2x455 Motorboat Mike tb (3) 56 .................D Walsh 6 90074 Belle D’Or tm (6) 54.5 ........ D Prastiyou (a2) 4 3.00pm McCALLUMS GROUP MAIDEN $7000, MDN, 2000m 1 444x5 Taniwha (9) 58.5 ............................. J Morris 2 8x399 Paddyblack (5) 58.5 .................D Bothamley 3 08 Drumroyal (7) 58.5 ................R Cuneen (a1) 4 090 Weelywong (12) 58.5 .....................R Bishop 5 72082 Spic N Span (14) 56.5............C Barnes (a1) 6 03x20 Satin Jitterbug (16) 56.5...............T Moseley 7 00x94 Letthethunderroll (11) 56.5..............D Walsh

8 09300 Mrs Nevill (4) 56.5 ...........................A Collett 9 x7x85 Dream Divine (13) 56.5 ....................R Black 10 667x0 Chili Pepper (10) 56.5 .....................J Chong 11 060x6 Gunna Begood (1) 56.5 ........... J Lowry (a2) 12 0 Palmy Girl (6) 56.5 .............L Magorrian (a1) 13 80 Silver Spier (8) 56.5 .......................K Selvan 14 85x08 Young Issy (2) 56.5 .....................L Callaway 15 79x0 Lydia Go (15) 56.5 16 0x00 Thyme Trial (3) 56.5 Emergencies: Lydia Go, Thyme Trial 5 3.35pm McKNIGHT & BROWN RATING 65 HANDICAP $7000, Rating 65 Benchmark*, 2000m 1 10x13 Cairnsville m (12) 59 .............R Cuneen (a1) 2 20x17 Emilio (9) 59 ...................................R Bishop 3 45177 Google Me (7) 58 ...............L Magorrian (a1) 4 35x01 Kototama td (13) 58 ........... D Prastiyou (a2) 5 321x7 Tedesco (8) 58 ......................... J Lowry (a2) 6 5x243 Dreamworld (3) 56.5 ..............C Barnes (a1) 7 x5203 Tap Out mb (5) 56.5 ........................D Walsh 8 x8995 Lady Platinum (10) 56 ......................R Black 9 60632 Centavada m (2) 56 ..................S Wynne (a) 10 x5840 April Joy (6) 55.5 ............. K Kalychurun (a3) 11 04595 Macan t (1) 55.5 ..............................T Direen 12 x0600 Peter Parker tm (4) 55 ..................T Moseley

Rating 75 Benchmark, 1335m 1 576x0 Milo t (1) 59 ...........................R Cuneen (a1) 2 248x3 Gallant Boy m (6) 56.5 ............. J Lowry (a2) 3 52x27 Joe Bonanno td (5) 55.5 .................D Walsh 4 1x834 Them Or Us (2) 55 .........................R Bishop 5 17547 High Society (7) 54.5 ...................... J Morris 6 00456 Life’s In A Spin (3) 54 ...... K Kalychurun (a3) 7 06x35 Doctor Eden (4) 54..........................A Collett 7 4.45pm MARQUEE & PARTY HIRE MAIDEN, 1335m 1 49043 Hardy’s Revenge (13) 58.5 .............T Direen 2 26x Starbuck b (11) 58.5........ K Kalychurun (a3) 3 753x0 The Man (8) 58.5 ..................... J Lowry (a2) 4 66x I Don’t Know (2) 58.5 ................S Wynne (a) 5 6 Mac Murdoch (17) 58.5 ............D Bothamley 6 Payment Pending (7) 58.5................R Black 7 72x84 Chancery Lane (15) 56.5 .............T Moseley 8 467x3 Hot Property (4) 56.5 ...................... J Morris 9 882x0 Queenofthestoneage h (10) 56.5 L Magorrian (a1) 10 476x4 Miss Dolly (1) 56.5 ..........................D Walsh 11 49x44 Penny A Thought (5) 56.5 ..............R Bishop 12 7 Burwood (9) 56.5 ...................C Barnes (a1)

13 9 Lydia (14) 56.5 ......................R Cuneen (a1) 14 6350 Manamanup b (16) 54........ D Prastiyou (a2) 15 7x0 Convert To Cash (6) 58.5 ................A Collett 16 90 Miss Tuscan (3) 56.5 17 0x06x Commix (12) 56.5 Emergencies: Convert To Cash, Miss Tuscan, Commix 8 5.20pm CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES 12 DEC RATING 65 HANDICAP $7000, 1335m 1 14x0x Go Danske (12) 59...........................R Black 2 7316x Landales Gold (7) 58.5 .........R Cuneen (a1) 3 7x1 Pacific Tap t (9) 58.5..................... D Skerrett 4 6107x Akal t (14) 58...................................T Direen 5 323x6 Royal Dollar (3) 57.5 .................S Wynne (a) 6 574x0 Buckwild (1) 57.5 ...................H Bennet (a4) 7 30x24 Indiana Pearl b (13) 57................L Callaway 8 33x17 Sally Getcha Gun (15) 57 ............T Moseley 9 1027x Hold The Note (2) 56.5............. J Lowry (a2) 10 55x15 Wild Wings (5) 56.5 ......................... J Morris 11 00x92 Sir Jack Remington m (4) 56.5.. L Magorrian (a1) 12 8150x Readywhenyouare b (10) 56 ..C Barnes (a1) 13 500x3 Double Tap t (11) 56........................D Walsh 14 7090x Clareville Flight (6) 54.5 .. K Kalychurun (a3) 15 00x68 Velocious Satin (8) 54 -

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Forbury Park harness Today at Forbury Park raceway

Forbury Park Trotting Club’s meeting at Forbury Park today. NZ meeting number: 7. Doubles: 2 and 3; 4 and 5; 6 and 7; 8 and 9. Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 4, 5 and 6; 7, 8 and 9.

1 5.33pm (NZT) RICOH C0 TROT $5500, 3yo+ c0 trot, stand, 2200m 1 Holdon Monarchy (1) fr ...................J W Cox 2 08x00 Diamond Dragon (2) fr .................. B Barclay 3 Foursharesmorebeers (3) fr .... M Williamson 4 48 Motu Trendsetter (4) fr...................B Orange 5 Holly Trouble (5) fr .................. J Morrison (J) 6 Troy Castleton fr ........................... Scratched 7 Anotherdollytrouble (6) fr .............M Heenan 8 x0679 Strathspey Boy (7) fr .......................... A Kyle 9 95242 Denn Nee Nose Best (8) fr.............. E Swain 10 06537 Allineedisamiracle (9) fr ................... D Dunn 11 Best Of The Bunch (U1) fr.. B Williamson (J) 12 07009 The Jinja Ninja (U2) fr G O’..................Reilly 2 5.58pm BISHOPDALE/BUSH INN TABS HAREWOOD C0-C2 MBL PACE $5500, 4yo+ c0 to c2 mob. pace, mobile, 2200m 1 10x97 Vanhalem (1) fr .............................. A Hutton 2 8x489 Smiles For Miles (2) fr ..................M Buckley 3 5388x Caesar Rocks (3) fr .................. G Sinnamon

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80068 Redmaro (4) fr.................................. G Cook 08222 Smokin Chick (5) fr....................... R Sissons 57620 Handlebar Hank (6) fr ....................R Reekie 99659 Alexy (7) fr .......................................B Negus 88008 Selester (8) fr .................................S Murtha 60548 Franco Caliph (9) fr ..................J McDermott 02134 The Black (21) fr ....................... G Anderson 3 6.26pm COCA-COLA AMATIL C0 MOBILE PACE $5500, 3yo+, c0 with cond., mobile, 2200m 1 6909x Classie Regal (1) fr .....................J Young (J) 2 7 Finger In The Till (2) fr ...........R McIlwrick (J) 3 Onedin Sapphire (3) fr ............ M Williamson 4 83x Flyingretna (4) fr...............................R Close 5 0 Misaki (5) fr ...................................B Orange 6 Ladies Mile (6) fr .............................J W Cox 7 09080 Beaudiene Gambler (7) fr .......... D Paterson 8 Switzers (8) fr ................................... D Dunn 9 04500 Fiery Ferret fr ............................... Scratched 10 7559x Bullys Princess (21) fr ........ B Williamson (J) 11 00 RR Sand Dollar fr ......................... Scratched 12 9x332 Gina Grace (22) fr G O’........................Reilly 4 6.56pm PALAMOUNTAINS SCIENTIFIC NUTRITION C0 MBL PACE $5500, 4yo+ c0 mob. pace, mo-

bile, 2200m 1 Woolleys Bay (1) fr ........................ B Barclay 2 x7686 Man I’m Good (2) fr ............................ A Kyle 3 43150 Thinking Smart (3) fr .....................B Orange 4 6036x Hezabluechipboy (4) fr ............ M Williamson 5 24379 Waihemo Art (5) fr...........................J W Cox 6 38078 Dreamcoat (6) fr ..................... J Morrison (J) 7 04090 Rainy River (7) fr ....................... C McDowell 8 380x Flashing On (8) fr ............................. D Dunn 9 30 Hard N Fast fr............................... Scratched 10 90 Clifton Force (21) fr ............ B Williamson (J) 11 88088 Hez Only The Lonely (22) fr ... S Walkinshaw 5 7.26pm DUNEDIN HOLIDAY PARK C1 MOBILE PACE $6000, 4yo+ c1 mob. pace, mobile, 2700m 1 7000x Sweet Loress (1) fr........................ B Barclay 2 43600 Danny Del Vito (2) fr...................... K Cox (J) 3 69005 Simply Fun (3) fr ....................... C McDowell 4 96913 Deceitndesire (4) fr .......................... D Dunn 5 63685 The Tisbury Terror (5) fr ................ K Barclay 6 61 Tactical VC (6) fr..................... S Walkinshaw 7 80808 Tuscaloosa (7) fr .................... J Morrison (J) 8 34042 Be Me (8) fr .....................................J W Cox 9 0609x Grin Again (9) fr G O’ ...........................Reilly

7.55pm HOPE & SONS C2-C6 HANDICAP TROT $7000, 5yo+ c2 to c6 discrhcp trot, stand, 2700m 1 36x45 Armori (1) fr.................................... G McLay 2 00x36 Gorilla Playboy (U1) fr ....................C McKay 3 x7518 Moa Bones (U2) fr................... M Williamson 4 77801 Eltsunami fr .................................. Scratched 5 7x114 Heard The Whisper (1) 10 .. B Williamson (J) 6 4x159 Feather Boyz (1) 30 ...................... B Barclay 7 28777 Experiment (U1) 30 .......................... D Dunn 8 75322 Vulcan (1) 40 ................................. K Butt (J) 9 96300 Och Aye The Noo (U1) 40 ...............J W Cox 7 8.20pm PINELEA FARMS/STUNIN CULLEN SPRINT C1-C2 MBL PCE $6000, 4yo+ c1 to c2 mob. pace, mobile, 1200m 1 5x607 Liam Sienna fr .............................. Scratched 2 97799 Tisbury Hardlife (1) fr ........... C Ferguson (J) 3 94082 Royal Caroline (2) fr G O’.....................Reilly 4 39441 Live To Tell (3) fr ...................... M Williamson 5 20330 Highview Illusion (4) fr ...........R McIlwrick (J) 6 07543 Hudson Sully (5) fr ........................ K Cox (J) 7 32x40 Media Queen (6) fr ........................... D Dunn 8 89977 Billy Klondike (U1) fr........... B Williamson (J)

8.49pm ABC BUSINESS SALES C1 TROT $6000, 3yo+ c1 trot, stand, 2200m 1 08xP3 City Courage (1) fr .................... C McDowell 2 x0400 Sunvasion (2) fr ............................... E Swain 3 41867 Grace Lightning (3) fr ................... B Norman 4 618 My Sky (4) fr................................. K Townley 5 01088 Playboy’s Brother (5) fr...................C McKay 6 9x1 Winners Shout (6) fr ........... B Williamson (J) 7 58436 Anothersuperstar (7) fr ............ M Williamson 8 170x5 Sunny Demon (8) fr...............R McIlwrick (J) 9 P3160 Circus Boy (U1) fr............................. D Dunn 10 9906x Cheeky Pat (U2) fr ............... C Ferguson (J) 9 9.14pm AURORA HEALTH MOBILE C2-C3 PACE $7500, 3yo+ c2, c3 with cond. mobile, 2200m 1 74640 Onedin Onyx (1) fr ............. B Williamson (J) 2 02177 Motu Moonbeam (2) fr ..................... D Dunn 3 3618x Gyrate (3) fr...........................R McIlwrick (J) 4 517x7 McCovey Cove (4) fr ..................... B Barclay 5 82707 Highland Reign (5) fr ...................J Young (J) 6 00859 Tubby Jim (6) fr .................... C Ferguson (J) 7 11135 Zenmach (7) fr ........................ M Williamson 8 0x069 Verdun (8) fr G O’ .................................Reilly 9 2246x Hokuri Railrida (9) fr ......................B Orange

M3 Waikato dogs Today at Cambridge raceway

Waikato Greyhound Racing Club’s meeting at Cambridge Raceway today. NZ Meeting number: 3. Doubles: 2 and 3; 4 and 5; 6 and 7; 8 and 9; 10 and 11. Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 5, 6 and 7; 9, 10 and 11.

1 12.30pm (NZT) AFFORDABLE PET ACCESSORIES SPRINT C2, 375m 1 11223 Mr. Jules 21.45 .................................T Agent 2 76613 Lady Jane 21.70 B &.......................... Steele 3 68532 Zulu Mercedes 21.48 .......................M Black 4 68752 Multi Chaser 21.35 .......................... T Green 5 47211 Tulip Muncher 21.31 B & .................... Steele 6 53412 Making You Paw 21.49 ................B Littlejohn 7 x7888 High Calibre 21.44 ......................... I George 8 77864 Boston Strike 21.48..........................T Agent 9 51264 Eva Kaneva 21.51 ............................ S Clark 10 66265 Lord De Air 21.79 U & ...........................Bliek 2 12.48pm YGOT BONUS SCHEME SPRINT C1, 375m 1 13468 Zalia 21.50 W &...............................T Steele 2 33647 Vicariously 21.40............................ I George 3 24778 Fortis Flier 21.73 U & ........................Cottam 4 46646 Lockett In Eddie 21.76 R & N O’ ........Regan 5 4117 Triple Parked 21.22 .......................... S Clark 6 77643 Opawa Pearl nwtd R & N O’...............Regan 7 46576 Who Rocks 21.46......................... H Mullane 8 12777 Sonic Attack nwtd ........................ M J Lozell 9 37888 Fortis Fiona 21.96 U & ......................Cottam

3 1.06pm GENERAL ENGRAVERS LTD SPRINT C2/3,

Good luck to you all. There has been full greens for the Friday Triples ably run by Jo and his team. Saturday rollovers are popular and now the Corner to Corner has begun with the finalists to play off end of the season.

if he sends a sub to save any embarrassment. If that doesn’t spark him up, nothing will. Sunday we have a Ladies give golf a go day. So all you golf widows, get down to the course from 1pm till 3 for a bit of no pressure, fun coaching.

All equipment provided, just bring your sense of humour and have a go.

Next Saturday we have presentation night, tickets still available. Note to the chaps, still quite a few trophies missing, I do need them this weekend, please get them to the club or give me a shout and I will collect them. Good golfing

Ashburton Golf Club Hi all, we are coming up to a very busy time at the Brandon, with some great club days, major tournaments, and a full social calendar. Well done last week to Vicki and Rhonda who picked up the Sutherland Trophy, just pipping Knocker and Duds.

This Saturday we have the annual President versus Captain Challenge, just come down choose your sides and play matchplay to gain a point for your chosen officer. We are now starting a bit later 12o’clock meet for 12.30 start.

Rumour has it that Nutts is running a bit scared, and who could blame him, he is not getting any younger and the captain is in the form of his life, maybe it’s best

375m 1 78258 Vincent Gallo nwtd W & ..................T Steele 2 51264 Eva Kaneva 21.51 ............................ S Clark 3 13476 Kissen Run 21.06 M & ..................... J Smith 4 47558 Good Return 21.26 ....................D Schofield 5 24586 Ninjago 21.66 ................................... S Clark 6 66265 Lord De Air 21.79 U & ...........................Bliek 7 32354 Bigtime Dasher nwtd U & ......................Bliek 8 48884 Very Chilly 21.55 ........................M Mathews 9 85368 No Parking 21.72 R & N O’ ................Regan 10 62754 Jinja Luca nwtd W &........................T Steele 4 1.24pm DOGZONE SPRINT C3, 375m 1 42722 Irish Blue 21.23 W & .......................T Steele 2 6x434 Baymax 21.59 ...................................B Craik 3 48227 Ez Feretti 21.37 ............................... L Martin 4 24521 Melman 21.44 ..............................R K Roper 5 24x73 California King 21.38.........................B Craik 6 33311 Sandor Glegane 21.23 .................... T Green 7 11212 Espirito 21.33 ....................................C Hore 8 14247 Jinja Fantasy 21.11 W & .................T Steele 5 1.41pm VEHICLE & TYRE SERVICES SPRINT C1, 375m 1 87888 English Honey nwtd R & N O’ ............Regan 2 46277 Our Sambo 21.48......................... M J Lozell 3 56673 You Betcha Noddy nwtd R & N O’ ......Regan

Lions Club of Hinds & Districts The Lowcliffe Coldstream Hall was the venue this month for an entertaining meeting which started with Jo Taylor speaking on the forthcoming Longbeach Coastal Challenge, then providing a Marshall’s Briefing for club members who will be working on the day.

Chaplain Judith Lilley from Salvation Army Ashburton addressed members

4 56862 Miss Bunnythorpe nwtd U &..............Cottam 5 84477 What’s Up Watto 21.53 W & ............T Steele 6 67445 Sacred Can You 21.28 R & N O’ ........Regan 7 5x551 I’m Joe Black 21.86.......................... S Clark 8 26614 Preoccupied nwtd .............................J Black 9 37888 Fortis Fiona 21.96 U & ......................Cottam 6 1.59pm GARRARDS HORSE & HOUND SPRINT C4, 375m 1 12177 Vintage Osti 21.16 ............................C Hore 2 51721 Hallo Star 21.33 ................................B Bond 3 83618 Armistice Day 21.25 ....................... I George 4 22363 Stylish Fancy 21.44 ....................D Schofield 5 67652 Call Me Blue 21.17.....................K R Toomer 6 65563 Jesse Pinkman 21.34........................B Craik 7 37657 Umaga Rama 21.41 B & .................... Steele 8 12435 Little Dreams 21.16 ........................ G Farrell 9 18244 Rocky Boy 21.15 ...............................B Craik 10 78577 Rasso 21.08 ......................................B Craik 7 2.16pm BOX 1 GOLD STAKES C1, 457m 1 85364 Spinel nwtd .......................................S Ross 2 17413 Acamas 26.11 ........................... A Lawrence 3 42264 Global Conquest nwtd W & .............T Steele 4 65646 Plenty Of Time nwtd R & N O’............Regan 5 26327 Ramah Reason 26.24 ................ G Pomeroy 6 22x53 Bohaba Girl nwtd ............................ T Green 7 53542 Cold Turkey nwtd U & ........................Cottam

8 22373 Miss Votchka 26.58 B & ..................... Steele 9 14776 Lucky Collect 25.91....................D Schofield 10 23755 What That Does nwtd...................... T Green 8 2.34pm PALAMOUNTAINS NUTRITION SPRINT C4/5, 375m 1 44444 Thrilling Logan 21.36 ...................... K Walsh 2 54121 Fresco Star 21.43........................B Littlejohn 3 33442 Tee Kay Yapper 21.26 ...................... S Clark 4 2x341 Country Gun 21.30.......................... K Walsh 5 14F41 Pay Da Trail 20.80 ........................... K Walsh 6 21216 Rotovegas Rat 21.11 ......................S Payne 7 25231 Von Trapp 21.09 ................................B Craik 8 11225 Nangar Star 20.86......................D Schofield 9 45778 Talkin Fancy 21.31 .....................D Schofield 10 78577 Rasso 21.08 ......................................B Craik 9 2.51pm THE CLUBHOUSE SPORTS BAR SPRINT C1, 375m 1 33x88 French Curves nwtd M &.................. J Smith 2 37167 Deceptive Lad 21.73 ..................M Mathews 3 x2821 Hayley Holt 21.26 ............................. S Clark 4 17484 Wild Falcon 21.59 .........................K Herbert 5 88145 Comet Foot 21.73 .............................. J Foot 6 1 Brown Eye Boy 21.40................... H Mullane 7 85265 Forever Iris nwtd ...............................S Ross 8 81232 Coruba Rage 21.61........................ G Farrell 9 67445 Sacred Can You 21.28 R & N O’ ........Regan

and guests on their work within the Ashburton Community and wider area.

In particular she outlined the increasing need to provide food parcels to many families and the pressure this puts on their Food Bank.

She also spoke on her work as Chaplain at the District Court. After questions a Certificate of Appreciation was presented by Lion Clarke Taylor, then President David Keeley handed over 100 cans of food and fruit club members had donated to their Food Bank.

A meal provided by Hinds Scouts Parents was followed by general business with secretarial and finance matters dealt with, Coastal Challenge Track Convenor Lion Garry Brown advised of the work completed and that still to be done on the track and facilities plus starting times for the working bee on 25th and Race Day on 29th November.

Project, Social and Membership Directors outlined their plans up to Christmas, Club visits were advised by Co-ordinator Lion Alan Wakelin, Tail Twister Lion

Peter Lowe fined members for recent incidents then President David closed the evening with thanks to speakers, visitors, guests and members for their attendance. The December Christmas meeting will return to the Hinds Community Centre.

Mid Canterbury Men’s Probus Bus trip convenor Don reported on the trip run October 27. It began with a visit to Slees’ dairy farm at Ealing, a tour of Graham Tarbotton’s farm, then continued on to Rooneys’ Rangitata Irrigation Development.

Mini speaker Eddie Oakley opened with a brief family history. Eddie’s secondary education was at St Andrew’s College, where he captained the First XV. After leaving he farmed with his father in Mid Canterbury and eventually on his own at Overdale near Rakaia.

He became President of the Lauriston YFC and was a top dog trialer. He is also

10 33647 Vicariously 21.40............................ I George 3.10pm SUPERIOR CHUNKY DOG ROLLS STAKES C2/3, 457m 1 45554 Lakerville nwtd ................................ K Walsh 2 32654 Thrilling Carter 25.34 U & .................Cottam 3 34138 Pirate Lore 25.76 ............................. S Clark 4 x7445 Winterfell 25.87 .................................B Craik 5 12221 New Look 26.03 .........................D Schofield 6 75153 Got Air 25.77 ................................... T Green 7 75521 Tyrion 25.79 ....................................P Green 8 21117 Golden Ivy 25.59 W & .....................T Steele 9 88313 Cool Marlow 25.61 .......................... T Green 10 45153 Dylans A Villain 25.75 .......................C Hore 11 3.27pm MIKE STENT DECORATORS LTD STAKES C4/5, 457m 1 F6371 Solarian 25.83 ...................................S Ross 2 76511 Timmy Trumpet 25.46 ..................... K Walsh 3 21134 Spud Missile 25.43........................... S Clark 4 82772 Teegambo 25.61 ....................... A Lawrence 5 36663 Lucario 25.67 ....................................C Hore 6 81321 Rock Lass 25.56 ........................D Schofield 7 21711 Buster Bluth 25.49 ..........................P Green 8 13526 Optic Shimmer 25.81 ...................... K Walsh 9 21245 Rockin’ Fancy 25.70 ...................D Schofield 10 41286 Black Dude 25.62...................... A Lawrence - NZME

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well known locally for his long service as a councillor on the Ashburton County Council and later the amalgamated District Council.

Main speaker Steve Prescott, Manager of the EA Networks Centre. Steve was raised in Otorohanga where he first learnt to swim as a child. He soon excelled at this sport, winning numerous gold medals at regional swim meets.

This led him to a career with the NZ Navy as a diver.

He later moved to the Waikeria Prison running the swimming pool. From there he superintended the pool at Karetu Boys Home in Levin. He has managed large pools at Marton, Jellie Park, QE2, and latterly the Moana pool at Dunedin.

18 months ago he was appointed Manager of the EA Networks Centre. Steve has seen daily attendance grow threefold compared to the old pool, and he considers it equal to the best of its size in the world.

Malcolm thanked the speaker and President Allan closed the meeting.

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In brief Marsh recalled Shaun Marsh’s Test experience helped him get the nod ahead of Cameron Bancroft and Michael Klinger for the third Test against New Zealand. Marsh replaces injured Usman Khawaja in the Australian team for the inaugural day-night Test, which starts on November 27 at Adelaide Oval.

Australian coach Darren Lehmann suggested Bancroft and Klinger were both “very unlucky”.

However, selectors didn’t want to blood a debutant against New Zealand in the three-Test series finale. “Shaun Marsh more recently in Test match cricket has made a contribution so that’s the way we decided to go,” Lehmann said. “He’s made some runs and contributions.

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Gibson wants leaders

Ashburton Golf Club will host the New Zealand Golf initiative She Loves Golf Day on Sunday.

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Women encouraged to give golf a go

By James Ford

James.F@TheGuardian.co.nz

The Ashburton Golf Club is doing its bit to increase the level of female participation in the sport by hosting a She Loves Golf Day on Sunday.

Club chairperson Catherine

Trott said she hopes the event will attract plenty of women to the club and insisted golf is for all women of all ages.

“Golf is something that you can take up at any age and can play up until well over 90,” she said.

“It can be taken up seriously in tournaments, or socially, you can play nine holes or 18 holes, there are tremendous options.”

Trott said all are welcome to the New Zealand Golf initiative at the Brandon Links on Sunday, which will offer a good opportu-

nity for participants to experience the game both competitively and socially.

“We welcome anybody from any area in Mid Canterbury and it’s an opportunity for all women, it’s a free afternoon and it doesn’t tie them to any one club.”

Kiwis stick with out-of-form spinner New Zealand coach Mike Hesson has leapt to the defence of Mark Craig, saying the out-of-form spinner remains a crucial member of the side and is unlikely to face the selection axe just yet.

Craig has barely fired a shot during NZ’s tour of Australia, returning figures of 7-709 across all games.

The 28-year-old faces a nervous wait on the selection front heading into the inaugural daynight Test at Adelaide Oval, starting on November 27.

But Hesson gave a strong indication that Craig will be kept on.

“Mark has been a really influential member for us for the past year and a half, and Australia is a tough place to bowl spin,” Hesson said.

“There’s no doubt Mark has been put under pressure. But what we’ve seen from him time and time again is that he has actually fought back for us.

“We’ll look at the surface in Adelaide and we’ll see how much grass is on it and look at the bal-

ance of the side.

“But he’s certainly an integral member of our side, batting at No.8 and scoring valuable runs and grabbing a few catches at second slip. He’s highly likely to play in Adelaide.”

Australia’s batsmen haven’t been the only ones who have dished out plenty of punishment to Craig.

“There was a bloke on the grass over there who was giving him plenty of feedback as well,” Hesson said after the drawn second

Test at the WACA Ground.

“He takes it pretty well to be honest. He’s a pretty laid back sort of a character.”

Left-arm spinner Mitch Santner will get the chance to push his case for a Test debut when he lines up in the day-night tour match against a WA XI side, starting Saturday.

Hesson said he will consider playing both Craig and 23-yearold Santner in the deciding Test in Adelaide if he thinks the pitch will be conducive to spin. - AAP

9 hole section November 12 Stableford Joy Nicholas - 18

Adrienne Shadbolt and Christine McDermott. Tai Tapu and Weedons; 6th.

Jane Helmore and Jan Lane Methven ATS Longest Drive 0-22. Pam Watson Methven; 23-30 Anne-Maree Blair Mayfield; 30+. Marg Glass. Mt.Nessing ALT Nearest Pins Second shot 2 & 11; 0-22 Adrienne Shadbolt Tai Tapu; 23-30 Nicola Groundwater.

Ellesmere; 30+. Val Schmack. Mayfield Nearest pin 5 & 14 0-22. Jenny Senior. Methven; 23-30 Not struck; 30+ Marlene Gregan Two’s Sponsored by Marilyn Cross Hasting McLeod Property Brokers: Nicola Groundwater Ellesmere Tidiest Card: Vicki Moore Ashburton

SPORTS DRAWS AND RESULTS ■ Croquet Waireka Croquet Club November 14 Ruby Ferriman Doubles Competition Lyn Jones and Janice Murta 4 v Annette King and Anne Aldridge 7; Lyn Jones and Janice Murta 2 v Barbara McIntosh and Audrey Leath 7; Annette King and Anne Aldridge 7 v Audrey Leath and Barbara McIntosh 6; November 17 Pat Burgess Golf Croquet Singles Bev Blair 7 v Dulcie Pierre 3; Sue Lamb 7 v Pauline Scott 5; Bill Allnutt 7 v Gail Benseman 5; Sue Lamb 7 v Dulcie Pierre 2; Bill Allnutt 7 v Pauline Scott 3; Jackie Rollinson 7 v Gail Benseman

5; Bill Allnutt 7 v Dulcie Pierre 5; Janice Murta 7 v Pauline Scott 2; Bev Blair 7 v Barbara McIntosh

■ Golf Ashburton Golf Club November 17 Women’s Section Betty Brand Greensome Jan Guilford and Janice Dunlop – 65, Pauline Bell and Judy McKeown - 67 Nearest The Pins: No 4 Gabites: Pauline Bell No 8 House of Travel Ashburton: Vicki Moore No 12 Lynn’s small Salon: Fiona Williamson No14 Todds of Ashburton: Shirley Elliott 2nd Shot No 18: Judy McKeown Twos: Pauline Bell No 8

Mayfield Golf Club November 16 Ladies Division Winners of ATS 2Ball Best Ball pairs golf.

Jean Evans & Marion Wedderell of Rakaia ATS Tournament ATS Pairs 1st. Jean Evans and Marion Wedderell Rakaia; 2nd. Juliet McLeod and Joan Stocker Mayfield; 3rd. Barb Cochrane and Maree Moore Tinwald; 4th. Judy Webb and Trish Corbett Mayfield; 5th.

New NSW Waratahs coach Daryl Gibson wants Wallaby backs Bernard Foley, Kurtley Beale and Rob Horne to establish themselves among the leaders of his newlook Super Rugby team. Gibson, who has taken over from Michael Cheika, has lost the services of several long-serving Test players to overseas teams with stalwarts Adam Ashley-Cooper, Wycliff Palu and Sekope Kepu among those to depart. He remains committed to the ball-in-hand style NSW employed under Cheika and indicated he will give younger players a chance to establish themselves in the team.

NBA star’s finale Former NBA star Al Harrington will make the final appearance of his short NBL stint with Sydney in the Kings home game tonight against the NZ Breakers. Harrington was signed by Sydney on a short-term basis to replace former Atlanta Hawks NBA teammate Josh Childress, after he broke his hand.

Childress is expected to be available again after tonight’s game, when he will also complete a two-game suspension for unsportsmanlike behaviour following an altercation with officials after a recent game in Adelaide.

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Scott pumped Adam Scott says the competitive juices are flowing as he seeks a third Australian Masters title at Huntingdale from today to set him up for 2016. Scott claimed backto-back yellow Masters jackets in 2012 and 2013 but has unfinished business at Huntingdale, which hosted the tournament from its inception in 1979 to 2008. The 35-year-old lost the title in playoffs at the famed sand-belt course in both 2002 and 2003.

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Handshakes all round The great Ross Taylor handshake saga of 2015 can finally be put to bed. Taylor has tweeted an image of himself shaking hands with Australian coach Darren Lehmann following Tuesday’s draw at the Waca. A day earlier, the Australia side produced ‘’horrendous sportsmanship” according to former international and radio commentator Dirk Nannes, after failing to properly acknowledge Taylor’s innings when he was out just before lunch on day four for 290.

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The inaugural winners of Mid Canterbury Tennis’ Fast 4s tournament Rhys Cromie and Peter Leonard were presented with $180 of prizes by Terrace Downs Resort Manager, Koji Kawamata.

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Scruff & Co, otherwise known as Rhys Cromie and Peter Leonard, are the inaugural winners of the Terrace Downs Resort Fast 4s competition.

The dynamic duo were presented with $180 of prizes by Terrace Downs Resort Manager, Koji Kawamata, at the Ashburton Trust Tennis Centre on Tuesday evening.

Rain prevented any tennis on the night, but the winners were unbeaten through-

out the competition and could not be overtaken by any of their rivals.

Next Tuesday will see the beginning of round two, with double the number of teams taking to the courts.

Twelve teams will battle it out over the five weeks before Christmas in two pools of six with each section vying for the same value of prizes.

In the New Year, Fast 4s will roll over again, and Mid Canterbury Tennis president Tony Brosnahan expects the competition to expand even further.

■ JONAH LOMU

Umaga remembers Lomu as unique really well. He understood Tana Umaga provided a simthe expectations on him, he ple explanation when asked understood the new guidewhy Jonah Lomu captured lines in his life he had to live the imagination of New Zeawithin. land and world rugby.

“We sat on the outside “He was unique,” said the seeing all the accolades he Blues coach, who played was getting but knowing alongside Lomu throughthat it came at a price. He out their illustrious careers. let us know there was cer“There’s never been another tain responsibilities to what Jonah Lomu.” you did and that’s how he Many attempted to replihelped players – just letting cate Lomu’s impact, Umaga them know the responsibilexplained, but the imitators Tana Umaga ity to becoming an All Black, were nothing like the real of being in the spotlight. He thing, leaving Lomu’s legend kind of led the way in that.” to only grow after his death.

The help Lomu would provide other “Everyone’s tried to manufacture one,” Umaga said. “They’ve tried to put for- players and other people was something wards out into the backs and tried to put Umaga remembered as much as any of someone on the wing who was the same his on-field achievements, with so many, size. But there was no one else like him. including the sport itself, owing Lomu a And, to be honest, there probably never debt of gratitude.

“He’s a very generous man, very genwill be.”

Lomu’s singular status also extended off erous with his time and generous with the field, particularly after the 1995 Rugby what he had, with his advice and the betWorld Cup, when his fame exploded in a terment of other players,” Umaga said. similar fashion to how the hulking wing “Those from his background, seeing what blew through so many opposing defences. he achieved and what he’s done for world Lomu was perhaps the first rugby player to rugby is huge.

“And he single-handedly, I believe, put fully experience every facet of the newlyprofessional game, paving the way for so rugby back on the map. We’ve got to make sure we understand that and respect that. many others to follow his giant footsteps.

“He was a unique individual as well,” You go anywhere and, although the All Blacks are huge, the one player they talk Umaga said.

“He did live his life in a bit of a goldfish about is Jonah Lomu. That’s who they - NZME bowl, after that World Cup, and he did it know.”

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9.30am - 1.30pm ASHBURTON BAPTIST CHURCH. Second time around Op-shop, Good second hand clothing. Cnr Cass Street and Havelock Street.

10am METHVEN HERITAGE CENTRE. New Zealand Alpine and Agriculture Encounter, interactive fun for all ages. Main Street, Methven.

10am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Fit Kidz, 48 Allens Road.

10am - 11am GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN TRUST. Coffee/Support group on every Thursday . Presbyterian Support Rooms, Tancred Street.

10.30am RAKAIA REAL WOMEN. Real women circuit training in the hall, 1st time free. St Andrews Church, Bridge Street Rakaia.

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M.S.A. TAI CHI. Stretching exercises for all abilities.

Social Hall, Havelock Street.

12noon HINDS GARDEN CENTRE. 35th celebration current members a plate and folding chair. Shirley’s place, Smithfield Road.

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

1.30pm M.S.A. PETANQUE CLUB. Club Day, new members very welcome. M.S.A. Sports Grounds, 117 Racecourse Road.

2pm - 3.30pm WAIREKA CROQUET CLUB. Learn to play Association Croquet.

Waireka Croquet Club, Philip Street.

7pm ASHBURTON R.S.A. DARTS SECTION. Section night, all welcome. Doris Linton Lounge, R.S.A. Cox Street.

Friday

10am METHVEN HERITAGE CENTRE. New Zealand Alpine and Agriculture Encounter. Main Street, Methven.

1pm - 3pm ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM. A great selection of many aircraft from the past to the future.

Ashburton Airport, Seafield Road.

1pm - 4pm ASHBURTON FAMILY HISTORY GROUP. Open for research. Ground floor, Heritage Centre, West Street.

6pm LODGE EREWHON/ASHBURTON PUBLIC LIBRARY. “Books for Bikes” prize draw.

Ashburton Public Library, Havelock Street.

9.30am M.S.A. TAI CHI. Beginners refresher and learning.

Social Hall, Havelock Street.

9.30am - 11am BALMORAL HALL LINE DANCERS. Last class for year, Ballet exams next week. Balmoral Hall, Cameron Street.

9.30am - 11.30am MID CANTERBURY BADMINTON CLUB. Daytime section, great exercise, new players welcome, rackets available.

EA Networks Centre Stadium. River Terrace.

9.30am - 12.30pm ASHBURTON METHODIST PARISH GOODWILL SHOP. Sale of Pre loved clothing. Tinwald Methodist Church, cnr Archibald and Jane Street, Tinwald.

9.30am - 12.30pm ASHBURTON TOY LIBRARY INC. Open Thursday and Saturday mornings www.toylibrary.

6am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Real women circuit training in hall.

48 Allens Road, Allenton.

9.30am - 11.30am ST ANDREWS ANGLICAN CHURCH. Drop in for a cuppa, clothing sale.

St Andrews Anglican Church, Cnr Thomson and Jane Street, Tinwald.

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DECEMBER 2015 The following meetings will be held in December.

Thursday, 3 December Performance, Audit and Risk Committee 2.00pm Matthew Fraser House, 5 Sir William Pickering Drive, Burnside, Christchurch Friday, 4 December Canterbury Civil Defence and Emergency Management Joint Committee 12.30pm Canterbury Regional Transport Committee 2.30pm Both meetings to be held at Christchurch City Council, 53 Hereford Street, Christchurch Tuesday, 8 December Regional Water Management Committee 1.30pm Lincoln Event Centre, 15 Meijer Drive, Lincoln Thursday, 10 December Council meeting 10.00am Matthew Fraser House, 5 Sir William Pickering Drive, Burnside, Christchurch REGULATION HEARING COMMITTEE In addition to the above meeting, the Regulation Hearing Committee is scheduled to meet weekly.

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To confirm venue and start times for these meetings please check online at the link described below or contact Customer Services on (03) 3539007 (calling from Christchurch) or calling from any other areas: 0800 324 636 (0800 EC INFO) Agendas will be available online at http://www.ecan.govt.nz/news-and-notices/ minutes/Pages/default.aspx at least two days prior to each meeting.

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The Ashburton Trust Event Centre is holding a Christmas market after the great success of this event last year.

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RAFFLES Tinwald Branch NZ Red Cross Raffle Result 1st - No 119 - B. Argyle 2nd - No 601 Sheryl Green 3rd - No 150 M. Bonnington We thank the public for your support.

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Section 101,Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Mayfield Golf Club Inc has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Ashburton for the issue (or renewal, or variation of conditions) of a Club licence in respect of the premises situated at 30 Bulls Road, Ashburton and known as Mayfield Golf Club Inc. The general nature of the business conducted (or to be conducted) under the licence is: Sports Club - Golf.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 11am - 11pm.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the Ashburton District Licensing Committee at 5 Square West, Baring Ashburton.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wished to object to the grant of the application may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with:

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TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20): Some of the rules feel more like guidelines to you — others feel like mere suggestions. You’ll find the most creative way to push the boundaries.

GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21): There are intelligent people around you and — bonus — they are smart in the way you most appreciate. The feedback you’ll receive is likely to be constructive and helpful.

CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 22): You’ll experience a win with your team. Celebrate as a group. Later, consider how you contributed. You deserve individual acknowledgement, even if it only comes from you.

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VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22): People want to share with you. Though you may not need much of what they have to share, accept these gifts to keep the channel of abundance open and flowing.

LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 23): Your fortune can change or solidify at any moment. There is power in each decision you make. Success depends on making the kinds of choices you’ll want to build on.

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 21): You’re not just a cog in the wheel of commerce, you know. You’re a part of nature. Wide-open spaces breathe fresh air into your thoughts and clear the cobwebs of your mind.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): You can’t relate to those who have become embittered by their trials.

If anything, the troubles you have experienced have given you a more compassionate outlook.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): Considering the amount of work they create for you, it might be hard for you to believe that people wish you well and want to help you. Remember, you’re the one who chooses what to take on.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): Those supposedly “in the know” will be eager to impart their knowledge on you. If the information is true and actionable, those who teach it should be living it, too. Are they?

PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): You’re thinking of making a change in your appearance. If you look the part, others might just assume it’s who you are — and that includes you. The outer change will spark an inner transformation.

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HUNT, Joan Martha – On November 17, 2015, peacefully with her family present, aged 75 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Bill, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Grant and Sharon, and Sheree and Neil, treasured grandmother of Morgan, Grace, Jared and Hilly, Luke and Natasha, Karina and Adam, and loved great-grandmother of Hazel, and Milly. Thank you to Joan’s special friends for their support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Joan Hunt, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch, 8545. A Service to celebrate Joan’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch, on FRIDAY, November 20 at 2.00pm, followed by interment at Weedons Cemetery.

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10:29 4:45 10:57 5:05 11:24 5:42 11:51 6:03 12:20 6:38 The times shown are for the Ashburton River mouth. For the Rangitata river mouth subtract 16 minutes and for the Rakaia river mouth subtract 4 minutes.

Rise 5:54 am Set 8:43 pm

Good

showers

Hamilton

fine

Napier

fine

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Rise 5:53 am Set 8:44 pm

Good

Rise 5:52 am Set 8:45 pm

Good fishing

Good

Set 2:21 am Rise 1:44 pm

Good fishing Set 2:56 am Rise 2:54 pm

Full moon

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18 16 23 30 16 18 14 33 3 30 25 24 17 18 16

12 12 12 24 10 11 8 25 1 18 23 14 12 9 9

Last quarter

3 Dec

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8:42 pm

17 17 16 20 15 15 18 15 17 19 18 17 20

Palmerston North fine Wellington

fine

Nelson

fine

Blenheim

fine

Greymouth

showers

Christchurch

fine

Timaru

fine

Queenstown

fine

Dunedin

fine

Invercargill

fine

River Levels

13 10 9 10 11 10 9 9 10 6 7 10 9

cumecs

1.30 nc

Selwyn Whitecliffs (NIWA) at 2:10 pm, yesterday

Rakaia Fighting Hill (NIWA) at 2:00 pm, yesterday 123.8 Nth Ashburton at 2:15 pm, yesterday

4.01

Sth Ashburton at 2:10 pm, yesterday

5.50

Rangitata Klondyke at 2:05 pm, yesterday

57.6

Waitaki Kurow at 12:40 pm, yesterday

335.3

Source: Environment Canterbury

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6am Breakfast 9am Good Morning 10am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 30 11am The Chase 0 Noon One News 0 12:30 Emmerdale PGR Andy panics; Laurel takes control; Rhona hears what Adam has done. 0 1pm Coronation Street PGR 3 Tina sees Peter’s true colours; Fiz and Tyrone decide to treat Hayley. 0 2pm May The Best House Win Four sets of homeowners are invited to judge one another’s houses based on interior design, homeliness, and hospitality.

2:55 Tipping Point 3:55 Te Karere 2 0 4:25 The Chase 0 5:25 Millionaire – Hot Seat 0 6pm One News 0 7pm Seven Sharp 0 7:30 F Amazing Spaces – Shed Of The Year The competition reaches its climax with cabins, summerhouses, and studios, with George Clarke and the team voting for the overall series winner. 0 8:35 800 Words AO 0 9:35 Alan Carr Chatty Man 0 10:35 One News Tonight 0

6am Creflo Dollar 6:30 Doc McStuffins 3 0 6:50 Grizzly Tales 3 0 7:20 Ben 10 – Omniverse 0 7:45 SpongeBob SquarePants 0 8:15 Jake And The Neverland Pirates 3 0 8:35 Art Attack 3 0 9am Infomercials 10am Infomercials 10:30 Neighbours 3 0 11am Home And Away 3 0 11:30 Shortland Street PGR 3 0 Noon Cougar Town PGR 3 0 12:30 Jeremy Kyle PGR 1:30 Love Island 2:30 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 0 3:30 Tashi 0 4pm KC Undercover 0 4:30 The 4:30 Show 5pm America’s Funniest Home Videos 3 0 5:30 Home And Away 0 6pm Friends 3 0 6:30 Neighbours 0 7pm Shortland Street PGR 3 0 7:30 F Police Ten 7 The police patrolling Auckland’s Karangahape Road come across some colourful characters; an eviction turns ugly on the North Shore. 0 8pm F Highway Patrol AO 0 8:30 The Undateables 0 9:30 Arrow 0 10:30 2 Broke Girls PGR 0

6am Paul Henry 9am The Queen Latifah Show PGR Queen Latifah interviews Toni Braxton; entrepreneur Mark Cuban shares the five secrets to his success.

9:55 Story 0 10:30 Infomercials Noon 3 News 12:30 Baggage AO 1pm Dr Phil AO Interviews with two of the women accusing comedian Bill Cosby of drugging and sexual assault.

2pm The Ricki Lake Show AO 3 3pm The Real Housewives Of Orange County 4pm Entertainment Tonight 4:30 The Biggest Loser Australia 0 5:30 Come Dine With Me New Zealand 3 0 6pm 3 News

11:05 Coverband AO 3 0 11:35 Citizen Khan 3 0 12:10 Trauma Investigators PGR 3 1:05 Te Karere 3 2 0 1:30 Infomercials 5:35 Te Karere 320

11pm F Police Ten 7 3 0 11:30 IZombie AO 0 12:30 Stitchers AO 1:30 Infomercials 2:30 The Real 3 3:20 Revenge AO 3 0 4:05 Regular Show 3 0 4:15 Shake It Up 3 0 4:40 The 4:30 Show 3 5:05 Neighbours 3 0 5:30 Infomercials

11:10 CSI AO 3 The team investigates when a man is found dead in a human-sized hamster ball. 0 12:05 Infomercials

CHOICE TV 6am Benny Hinn 6:30 Monty’s Big Catch 7:30 Design Star 8:30 Natural World: Lily – A Bear’s Life 9:30 The Cook And The Chef 10am Shane Delia’s Spice Journey Turkey 10:30 Kirstie’s Fill Your House For Free 11:30 American Restoration Noon The Catch 1pm Mark Berg’s Fishing Addiction 2pm Monty’s Big Catch 3pm Design Star 4pm Lonely Planet’s Year Of Adventures 5pm Rick Stein’s Mediterranean Escapes 5:57 Simon’s Gault’s Summer Recipes 6pm My Dream Home 7pm Auction Hunters 7:30 Cook The Books 8pm Restaurant Australia Iconic chefs Neil Perry, Ben Shewry and Peter Gilmore take a culinary journey across Australia, sourcing the best local ingredients for a worldclass meal.

9pm Poh’s Kitchen 9:35 Iron Chef America 10:30 Auction Hunters 11pm Rick Stein’s Mediterranean Escapes

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Midnight Bath Crashers 12:30 Benny Hinn 1am Design Star 2am Lonely Planet’s Year Of Adventures 3am My Dream Home 4am Cook The Books 4:30 Poh’s Kitchen 5am Restaurant Australia

7pm Story 7:30 The X Factor UK Following the previous night’s performances, the elimination will see one act go home. 0 8:30 New Zealand Music Awards AO Dominic Bowden and Sharyn Casey host the New Zealand Music Awards, with performances from Broods, Gin Wigmore, Savage, Devilskin, and more.

10:40 Newsworthy

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6am Sesame Street 3 6:55 Peppa Pig 3 7am Sticky TV 3 7:30 Danny Phantom 3 7:55 Rugrats 3 8:25 Chuggington 3 0 8:35 Hi-5 House 3 9am The Moe Show 0 9:10 Peppa Pig 3 9:15 Fireman Sam 0 9:25 Thomas And Friends 3 9:35 Bob The Builder 3 9:45 Barney And Friends 3 10:10 Infomercials 2pm Sesame Street 3 2:55 Pingu 3 3pm Sticky TV 4:35 Mr Young 3 5:05 iCarly 5:30 Life’s Funniest Moments 3 6pm Punk’d 3 0 6:30 How I Met Your Mother 3 7pm The Simpsons PGR 3 0 7:30 Family Guy PGR 8pm Bob’s Burgers PGR When a grumpy mall Santa threatens the children with the Naughty List, Gene, Tina and Louise decide to put on a musical spectacular.

8:30 M Spaceballs AO 3 1987 Sci-fi Comedy. John Candy, Bill Pullman, Joan Rivers. 0 10:30 White Collar PGR 3 11:25 Entertainment Tonight 11:50 Infomercials

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3:30 Antiques Roadshow 3 4:35 Hot Bench 5pm Deal Or No Deal 5:30 Prime News 6pm Escape To The Country

6am Rugby League – International (Replay) England v Kiwis – Third Test. From DW Stadium in Wigan.

8am Streetball – Ball Up Tour (Highlights) 9am Inside Cricket 10am Basketball – NBL (Replay) Adelaide 36ers v Perth Wildcats.

From Titanium Security Arena in Adelaide.

Noon UFC Now 1pm Fight Night Fighters TBC. 3pm The Ultimate Fighter 4pm Streetball – Ball Up Tour (Highlights) 5pm Sky Sport Select 5:30 Tennis – Women’s Fed Cup (Highlights) Final – Czech Republic v Russia. From the O2 Arena in Prague.

6:30 Inside Cricket

7pm The Crowd Goes Wild 7:30 The Bat Man Of Mexico Rodrigo Medellin tracks a swarm of endangered tequila bats on their 1600km migration from the Mayan jungle to the border with the USA. 8:35 Downton Abbey PGR 9:40 Poldark PGR 3 10:55 The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon PGR

7:30 Tennis – Davis Cup Preview 8pm Motorsport – Formula One (Highlights) Grand Prix of Brazil. From Autódromo José Carlos Pace.

8:30 #SkySpeed 9pm Rugby League – International (Highlights) England v Kiwis – Third Test.

9:30 Fox Sports News 10pm Golf Central 10:30 Golf – The Short Game

11:55 The Crowd Goes Wild 3 An irreverent daily sports and entertainment show.

12:25 Home Shopping 1:55 The Crowd Goes Wild 3 An irreverent daily sports and entertainment show.

2:25 Home Shopping

11:30 Tennis – Women’s Fed Cup (Highlights) 12:30 Golf – Ladies European Tour (Highlights) 1:30 Motorsport – Formula One (Highlights) 2am #SkySpeed 2:30 The Crowd Goes Wild 3am Rugby – Oceania Sevens Championship (Highlights) 4:30 Rugby – Oceania Sevens Championship (Highlights)

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12:30 Survivor – Gabon PG 1:20 Lizard Lick Towing PG 1:45 Criminal Minds 16VS 2:35 Criminal Intent MV 3:25 The Simpsons PG 3:55 Hell On Wheels 16VLS 4:45 Crossbones MVS 5:35 Hardcore Pawn PGL

12:30 Murder Comes To Town M 1:25 Secret Lives Of Stepford Wives M 1:55 Secret Lives Of Stepford Wives M 2:20 Auction Hunters PG 2:45 Chaos Caught On Camera M 3:15 Deadliest Catch PG 4:10 Dirty Jobs PG 5:05 Yukon Men M

The Bat Man of Mexico 7:30pm on Prime

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Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo.

9:40 Lucy 16V 2014 Action.

Scarlett Johansson, Morgan Freeman.

11:10 Would Be Kings 16VLS (Mini-series) (Part 1) Currie Graham, Ben Bass. 12:40 Would Be Kings 16VLS (Mini-series) (Part 2) Currie Graham, Ben Bass. 2:15 As Above, So Below MVL 2014 Horror.

Perdita Weeks, Ben Feldman, Edwin Hodge. 3:50 Lucy 16V 2014 Action. Scarlett Johansson, Morgan Freeman. 5:20 Stag 16LS 1997 Drama. Mario Van Peebles, Andrew McCarthy, Kevin Dillon.

6:45 Jack Ryan – Shadow Recruit MV 2014 Action. Chris Pine, Kevin Costner. 8:30 Dumb And Dumber To MVLSC 2014 Comedy.

Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels. 10:20 The Drop 16VLC 2014 Crime. FRIDAY 12:05 Lost Treasure Of The Maya MVLS 2009 Action. 1:45 Stag 16LS 1997 Drama. 3:10 The Drop 16VLC 2014 Crime. 5am The Making Of Godzilla PG 2014 5:15 Jack Ryan – Shadow Recruit MV 2014 Action.

MOVIES GREATS 6:10 Yours, Mine And Ours PGL 2005 Comedy. Dennis Quaid, Rene Russo, Jerry O’Connell.

7:40 Shattered Glass ML 2003 Drama. Hayden Christensen, Peter Sarsgaard. 9:15 Yes Man MLS 2008 Comedy. Jim Carrey, Rhys Darby. 11am Inside Man MVL 2006 Crime. Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, Jodie Foster.

1:05 The House Bunny MLS 2008 Comedy. Anna Faris, Colin Hanks, Emma Stone. 2:40 Elizabeth 16VS 1998 Historical. Cate Blanchett, Geoffrey Rush, Joseph Fiennes.

4:40 Angels And Demons MV 2009 Crime. Tom Hanks, Ewan McGregor, Ayelet Zurer.

6:55 Austin Powers In Goldmember MVLS 2002 Comedy.

Mike Myers, Beyonce Knowles.

8:30 Underworld Evolution 16VLS 2006 Action Thriller. 10:20 Men In Black II PGC 2002 Sci-fi Comedy.

11:50 Fair Game ML 2010 Drama.

FRIDAY

1:35 Angels And Demons MV 2009 Crime. 3:50 Elizabeth 16VS 1998 Historical. 5:50 Bafta: A Life In Pictures – Tom Hanks PG Documentary.

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6am Tennis – Women’s Fed Cup (Highlights) Final – Czech Republic v Russia. 7am Golf – The Short Game 8am Football – A-League (Replay) Newcastle Jets v Central Coast Mariners. 10am Football – A-League Highlights Show 10:30 New Zealand Football Weekly 11am Football – A-League (Highlights) Wellington Phoenix v Adelaide United.

11:30 Football – Champions League Weekly Noon New Zealand Netball Awards 3 1:30 Rugby – Oceania Sevens Championship (Highlights) Day One. 3pm Rugby – Oceania Sevens Championship (Highlights) Day Two. 4:30 Cricket – International (Highlights) India v South Africa – Second Test, Day Five. 5pm New Zealand Netball Awards 3 6:30 Football – A-League Highlights Show 7pm New Zealand Football Weekly 7:30 L Football – NZ Premiership Waitakere United v Waikato/Bay Of Plenty United.

9:30 Football – A-League (Highlights) Wellington Phoenix v Adelaide United. 10pm L Football – A-League Melbourne Victory v Central Coast Mariners.

FRIDAY

Midnight Football – Champions League Weekly 12:30 Rugby League – International (Highlights) England v Kiwis – Third Test.

1am Streetball – Ball Up Tour 2am Basketball – NBL (Replay) Sydney Kings v New Zealand Breakers. 4am Golf – Australian Masters (Highlights) Round One. 4:30 Basketball – NBL (Highlights) 5am The Crowd Goes Wild 5:30 Fox Sports News

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Pauline Paterson is in her 15th year as Basketball Mid Canterbury secretary.

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Pauline Paterson has played an integral role in the development of Mid Canterbury basketball for more than four decades, and still remains vital to the unique association’s progression today.

Paterson began playing basketball in 1966, after quitting netball due to a clash of schedules, but her contribution off the court is more of a testament to her love of the game.

As treasurer of Basketball Mid Canterbury for almost 30 years, the now 67-year-old played a key

role in fundraising through lottery grants, sponsorship and other activities to build the one-court stadium on Oxford Street.

Upon opening, the stadium was debt free, one of only two owned by an association in New Zealand, and is now the only one.

The forward thinking of the committee has enabled players to enjoy cheaper fees since the early 1990s, which Paterson believes is essential in maintaining a high level of participation in the sport at a local level.

“Because we own our own stadium, we can keep fees at a reduced

rate which allows lower income families to participate and that’s important,” she said.

Paterson is now in her 15th year as secretary of the association, and if you can think of a role within the sport, she’s probably done it.

Paterson sat the national theory refereeing exam while recovering from surgery and gained a score of 96 per cent, she then passed the practical assessment and still referees locally and at national wheelchair tournaments.

As a coach, she led junior and age-group Mid Canterbury teams

to national championships and is also secretary of the New Zealand Basketball Foundation.

A believer that basketball is for all, Paterson is passionate about all aspects of the sport.

“The development of our younger players is reliant on the development of our coaches,” she said. “Our players develop at the same level and that’s why we’re quite strong in our under-age group.”

As a life member of Basketball Mid Canterbury, Wheelchair Basketball New Zealand and a recipient of the BBNZ Volunteer of the

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Year award in 2007, Paterson has clocked up plenty of hours and honours since becoming involved in the administration of basketball in 1972.

Whether on a regional, national or international level, her roles have always been voluntary, and the stalwart remains as passionate today about young players’ development as when she first set foot on a court.

“It’s a team environment, working as a team on and off the court, it’s important that they learn to live with others and respect others on and off the court,” she said.

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