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A booming multi-million dollar tourism industry could soften the blow of the dairy slump in Mid Canterbury. Dairy prices have been on a downward spiral for months, putting mounting pressure on agriculturallyreliant economies like Mid Canterbury’s. The low payouts are expected to have a flow-on effect throughout the community as farmers rein in their spending. However departing Experience Mid Canterbury general manager Nigel Birt believes the local tourism industry is getting busier and busier, and that could help bridge the gap left by increasing dairy losses in the district.

Dairying was worth $1.39 billion to the Mid Canterbury economy during the 2013-14 season off the back of an $8.40 kg/ms payout, according to DairyNZ. That figure almost halved during the following season. The tourism industry contributes $118 million into the Ashburton District’s economy annually in electronic card transactions alone, Mr Birt said. In times when dairying hit a rough patch it was important to invest in other sectors, he said. “Diversification offsets any slumps in other industries,” he said. Politicians have been singing the praises of the tourism sector in the wake of growing dairy losses. Associate Finance Minister Paula

Bennett said tourism was vital to the growth being seen across New Zealand, particularly in Canterbury. The sector now makes up 4 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), she said. While the tourism sector is strong in Mid Canterbury, Mr Birt believes it is important for local agencies to act cohesively to remain competitive. Tapping into the strong Chinese tourism market was one area that needed to be explored, and a possible Agridome in the district was one way of doing that, he said.

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Coffee habits revealed A new survey shows Aucklanders are not the number one coffee connoisseurs some might assume. A pool of 1650 took the survey, carried out for Southern Cross, which revealed 46 per cent of New Zealanders preferred instant coffee. The study asked groups from around the country what coffee type they drink. Respondents had the choice of cafe-made, instant, none or ‘other’ coffee groups. It found 42 per cent of Aucklanders said they would reach for instant powder over a machine-made masterpiece. However, they are not the biggest consumers _ Cantabrians like their coffee fix quick, with 54 per cent saying they drink it regularly. This is followed by less regular users of the convenient spoonfuls in Tauranga (48 per cent), Dunedin (46) and Hamilton (44). The biggest espresso addicts live in Wellington, where 44 per cent say they drink barista-made coffee regularly.

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Media tour NZ’s New York apartment New Zealand news media were yesterday invited to look around the $11 million apartment New Zealand has bought in New York as a permanent residence for its ambassador to the UN. Its first occupant is top diplomat Gerard van Bohemen, who is representing New Zealand on its two-year term on the Security Council, and has been president of the Security Council in July. The apartment is in a new tower block across the road from the United Nations, overlooking the East River. Foreign Minister Murray McCully hosted the Security Council to an informal lunch at the apartment last Friday. The apartment will not be used for a New Zealandhosted reception on Thursday following a Security Council debate on the security issues of small island developing states at New Zealand’s instigation. Instead, New Zealand will host a barbecue on one of UN’s lawns. The previous ambassador, Sir Jim McLay, lived in a smaller apartment much further up the river East River.

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Treasure hunters have found booty worth an estimated $US1 million ($A1.38 million) from an 18th century Spanish shipwreck off Florida. The find includes 51 gold coins, 12 metres of ornate gold chain and a single coin called a Royal that was made for then King Felipe V. The treasure was discovered a month ago in shallow waters off the town of Fort Pierce but was kept secret to coincide with the 300th anniversary of the sinking of a fleet of Spanish ships in a hurricane off Florida in late July, 1715. The vessels were sailing from Cuba to Spain. After the fleet went down, Spain recovered much of the sunken treasure but hundreds of thousands of coins remain on the sea bed.

A former 18.5kg cat dubbed Skinny has lost more than half of his weight to become the darling of a Dallas veterinary clinic. Dr Brittney Barton says the orange tabby she adopted in 2013 has slimmed down to 8.5kg with exercise and a special diet. Barton calls Skinny the “resident cat” at her practice, HEAL Veterinary Hospital. Barton said Skinny spends weekdays roaming the clinic. The ex-fat cat’s weekends are spent at home with Barton and her family. Skinny was found abandoned near Dallas in 2012 and ended up at a shelter. The vet says Skinny just had his annual checkup and is healthy. Barton says Skinny is living proof that while he’s supposed to be a large cat, “he’s not supposed to be an obese cat”.

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Two-state underwear chase Police say a man who led officers on a wild two-hour chase spanning two states had been facing charges of stealing $21 worth of underwear from a supermarket. Police records show 54-year-old Robert Ritter was accused of stealing a pack of underwear and a package of T-shirts from a supermarket in Brooklawn, New Jersey. Authorities say he also shoved a security officer. He also faces stalking charges in Gloucester Township, New Jersey. Ritter had two warrants out for his arrest, and police spotted his van. Ritter drove into Philadelphia, back into New Jersey, and then back into Philadelphia. The pursuit ended in Philadelphia when a police car bumped the van, causing it to flip over.

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■ IMMIGRATION LAW CHANGES

Hope for long-term migrants By Michelle NelsoN michelle.n@theguardian.co.nz

Mid Canterbury teenager CJ Reye wants to study engineering – but his dream is out of reach unless his family is granted permanent residency in New Zealand. CJ’s parents Tony and Michelle Reye are pinning their hopes on recently signalled changes to immigration law. Alongside plans to introduce incentives for migrant workers to move to the regions, Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse announced a limited number of long-term migrants on temporary work visas in the South Island would be eligible for permanent residency. A spokesperson from the minister’s office said the details were still being worked through, but it was likely that farm workers who met the criteria would be eligible. Mr Reye, originally from the Philippines, has worked for Newlands dairy farmer Will Grayling for six years on temporary work visas. He thinks his family fits the criteria. A residency application filed last year at a cost of $8000 was declined, but undeterred, the Reyes have another in the pipeline. The existing medical certificates are still valid this time around, shaving $2000 off the original fees, but it is still a lot of money for a family to raise.

Stumping up international student fees for CJ is not an option at this point, Mr Reye said. “While we are on a work visa he is still classified as an international student, if we can become residents there is a better chance of him getting to university,” he said. “If he gets residency he can get a student loan to study after two years.” In the interim CJ has sidelined his plans, settling for a short-term welding course and online study. Mr and Mrs Reye have two other prospective tertiary students in the wings – Ela Nichole, 14, and Jim Dandy, 10. “We can manage to send them to school but not to university,” Mr Reye said. Mr Grayling said denying migrants access to further education was not in anyone’s interests and neither was corralling long-term workers on temporary visas. Career opportunities were available for migrant workers, but often people got “pigeon-holed into a title” in their race for a residency stamp. “You’ve got a lot of people doing different things with the same title trying to forge their career to please immigration rather than doing what is best for them or the industry,” Mr Grayling said. “That can be a frustration for both the employer and the employees.”

The Reye family (from left) CJ, Michelle, Jim Dandy, Tony and Ela Nichole hope changes to immigration rules will work in their favour. PHOTO AMANDA KONYN 290715-AK-128

Mother of murderer apologises for son’s crimes The mother of the man who murdered Blessie Gotingco, says she is “devastated” with what he did and has apologised for his crimes. Tony Robertson was on Tuesday named as the man who raped and murdered Mrs Gotingco in May 2014 after name suppression lapsed. He was convicted of the crime in the Auckland High

Court two months ago. Robertson’s mother Maria McWatters said she was “mortified” after learning of her son’s horrific crimes. “I’m upset, I’m mortified by the whole situation. I was of the understanding that the whole thing was an accident ... didn’t know about the rape,” Ms McWatters said. She said Robertson needs help

and needs to “own up and admit to what he’s done”. “I mean he’s my son and as a mother you don’t want to believe that your son was capable [of] doing something like that ... I’m devastated.” Earlier in the day the Government announced an independent review of Corrections’ monitoring of Robertson.

At the time of the murder, Robertson was being electronically monitored for a previous crime - he had spent eight years in prison for abducting and indecently assaulting a 5-year-old girl in Tauranga. That was suppressed during his murder trial. On Tuesday, Corrections Minister Sam Lotu-Iiga said he was confident Corrections had done

everything they could to monitor Robertson. However, he announced yesterday that he wanted the department’s role to be reviewed. “I have decided the family of Blessie Gotingco and the public need independent assurance about Corrections’ part in the handling of the Robertson case,” Mr Lotu-Iiga said. - NZME

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Reid to stay at helm for now By Daisy HuDson

“We’ve brought people in from the outside before, numerous times, and they’ve been successful in their own right,” he said. “But I believe you have to, where possible, give people an opportunity to grow, and we’re giving that opportunity to Rob.” The Trust is also currently under review, and Mr Lilley believed it would not be right to make any appointments at this stage. He believed the Trust would have “more clarity” by the end of the year. The performance of the Trust’s various establishments

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The Ashburton Trust has given its strongest indication yet that its management team will remain intact following the sudden resignation of its CEO earlier in the year. Chief financial officer Robert Reid has been acting as chief executive since the departure of former CEO Giles Beal on May 8. In a response to a question from the audience at last night’s AGM, Trust president Alister Lilley said it would not be seeking to appoint a new CEO “at this stage”.

was also a hot topic after ending the last financial year $300,747 in the red. Much of that decline could be attributed to the poor performance of The Shed nightclub, which will be put up for sale next week. Changes to drink-driving limits and low dairy payouts had also had an impact on business, Mr Lilley said. The performance of Braided Rivers Restaurant and Bar was also “challenging”. While he would not be drawn on whether closure was an option, he did say the establishment was under review. “The lease is up for renewal

in the middle of next year,” he said. “A decision will have to be made.” The underwhelming performance of Braided Rivers was a stark contrast to the success of Speights Ale House, which will likely be refurbished in the near future. Mr Reid said the restaurant was a “consistent performer” that was a candidate for further significant investment. It was so popular that it was having to turn away diners up to four nights per week, he said. Whether that “significant investment” will include an expansion is yet to be decided.

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World Scout Scarf day Mid Canterbury scouts and anyone keen on scouting will celebrate World Scout Scarf Day earlier than the rest of the world. Scouts in the Mania-o-Roto district are encouraged to don their scarves on Friday, a day ahead of the official day to promote scouting. The decision to celebrate early was made to coincide with a week day rather than the weekend. August 1 is a special date for scouting: the first scout camp was held from August 1 to 8 in 1907.

Big Latch On Breastfeeding mums and their children are invited to the Methven Plunket rooms on Saturday to participate in a Big Latch On event in the town. Held during New Zealand Breastfeeding Week, the aim of the event is to celebrate and increase awareness of breastfeeding. The event begins at 10am and the challenge begins at 10.30am. Organisers are aiming for as many attendees as possible, after achieving 14 last year. The event is in addition to an Ashburton event to be held tomorrow.

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The annual Methven Craft Fair will be held at the Mount Hutt Memorial Hall this weekend. Methven Playcentre is staging the fair from 10am to 4pm on Saturday and Sunday. More than 30 stallholders will come from throughout the South Island to sell their wares at the show, which will also feature a sausage sizzle and a raffle.

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Pool even more accessible EA Networks Centre lifeguard Alex Hooper tests out one of the new water wheelchairs. PHOTO AMANDA KONYN 290715-AK-097

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EA Networks Centre pools are now even more accessible, thanks to two new water wheelchairs. The PVC chairs arrived recently and can be used to access the main pool as well as the hydrotherapy pool, both of which have ramps. The leisure pool is accessible via its sloping entrance and hoist access is available for the spa. EA Networks Centre manager Steve Prescott said he was thrilled to see the chairs arrive. Mr Prescott said the chairs cost $2000 in total and were purchased from the United States. Assistant manager Richard Wood said two people had already used the chairs.

The centre was built for the community, and Mr Wood said he wants it to be as accessible as possible for people. The chairs were easy to use – it just depended on people’s level of ability, he said. “We always have lifeguards around who can assist too.” People with injuries are also welcome to use the chairs if they choose to use the pools as a means of rehabilitation. As for whether the pool will be purchasing any more wheelchairs, Mr Wood said it will depend. “We’ll play it by ear, if the need arises we can look at more,” he said. The wheelchairs are available in the changing rooms and beside the pools. People can also store their own wheelchairs in the changing rooms.

Ashburton Embroiderers’ Guild members are looking forward to their first ever exhibition in the new Ashburton Art Gallery. The upcoming exhibition, entitled Threads in Harmony, will open on Saturday with an afternoon tea and speeches. Works will include those undertaken at guild workshops, as well as those that members have come up with themselves, and tapestry created by members in association with the New Zealand Tapestry Trust Programme. Framed work, cushion covers, cable wear and box work will be included among the wide range of work on display. The guild, which has about 33 members, holds an exhibition every second year. President Margaret Clifford said it would be a privilege to exhibit in the new gallery.

Manslaughter charge A 21-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter in relation to the death of Tyrone Rawiri Gideon. The Palmerston North man will appear in court today, police said. Mr Gideon, 21, died on May 19 after he was shot at a Bradford Place home in Awapuni about 7pm. A 21-year-old was arrested at the scene and charged with unlawful possession of a firearm, appearing in Palmerston North District Court the following day. Police have also charged an 18-year-old Palmerston North man with unlawful possession of a pistol. He will appear in court on August 4. - NZME

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Timing of irrigation schemes ‘lousy’ By SuSan SandyS

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The timing of new irrigation schemes coming on stream is putting financial pressure on farmers as the dairy downturn bites. “It’s the absolute right thing to do, it’s just that the timing is lousy,” Methven area dairy farmer Alister Body said yesterday as he faces a $3000 to $3500 per hectare cost to install spray irrigation infrastructure. As a subscriber to the newly upgraded Ashburton Lyndhurst Irrigation Limited scheme he will need to install the infrastructure within the next two years. “Extra debt at a time when your income is hugely reduced

does put pressure on the business,” Mr Body said. However, he saw irrigation as an “inter-generational” investment, and long-term the dairy industry would recover. For the $110 million Ashburton Lyndhurst Irrigation Limited upgrade, of which stage one will be completed this spring, subscribing farmers submitted their deposits and bought shares 18 months ago. About half the extended area being serviced by the upgraded scheme represents dairy farms, and the usage cost for an average farmer will be about $50,000 per year. This is in line with a per litre per second rate rising from about $200 per litre per second to about $600 per

litre per second, however farmers will save on power costs as the water will be delivered under pressure. Chairman John van den Polanen said the expenditure would be a burden to farmers in the downturn just like other costs, such as fertiliser, would be. He had not heard that farmers were concerned about it and he believed they would consider irrigation a priority. Barrhill Chertsey Irrigation (BCI) scheme general manager John Wright said the dairy downturn would “without a doubt” generally slow down overall development within the district. But with regard to the BCI scheme, farmers, which were

mainly arable, had already signed up to stage two, which was nearing completion. It includes a new Rakaia River intake, 64 kilometres of new pipeline and a 500kW hydro generation plant. It could be a different story with a new pipeline to go into the upper plains area. Mr Wright said when it came to selling water next autumn he would expect the mood to be a little different in potential clients than it had been previously. However, feedback at the moment was not suggesting this would have a significant effect. “We are not hearing in that area that anyone is less enthusiastic about it,” Mr Wright said.

■ RURAL WOMEN CELEBRATIONS

Rural Women celebrates 90 years By SuSan SandyS

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When Ngaire Brown joined her local Rural Women branch at Winchmore in the early 1970s, she was a mum of young children, new to the area, desperate to get out of the home. “I just wanted someone to ask me to go to something other than my mother-in-law,” the 71-year-old recalled yesterday as she attended 90th birthday celebrations of Rural Women New Zealand held by the Mid Canterbury provincial group. About 20 members of the group’s four branches attended the vintage-style afternoon tea, wearing furs, pearls and hats, held at the Ashburton Seniors’ Centre. In looking back on all those years ago, Mrs Brown said she had not only achieved her goal of meeting fellow farmers’ wives from throughout the area, but also found purpose in a group which leant its support to a variety of campaigns and projects. “It made the brain think,” Mrs Brown said. Today the Winchmore branch continues, one of only four remaining in the district. The others are Anama, Lynnford and Seafield. In the group’s heyday there were about 14 branches, a number which had reduced to about 10 by the

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Tourism to bolster the local economy From P1 Experience Mid Canterbury has been working closely with the board of Grow Mid Canterbury and Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism to investigate the feasibility of an Agridome, similar to one based in Rotorua. The project, which has been in the pipeline for about 10 months, would appeal to the Chinese market because they were interested in “engaging with our landscape and animals”, he said. The district had a “pretty strong” brand - the challenge was now working together to promote it, he said.

Excited about the future Mid Canterbury Provincial Rural Women New Zealand members (from left) Avis Mitchell, Gwenda Hansen and president Sandra Curd enjoy a celebratory afternoon tea for the national organisation’s 90th birthday yesterday. PHOTO AMANDA KONYN 290715-AK-075

1990s. Provincial president Sandra Curd said yesterday it was an honour to be celebrating the national organisation’s 90th anniversary. Despite an ageing membership, represented by those mostly aged over 60 in Mid Canterbury, she wanted to see the organisation continue into the future. Many new members in the district today would choose individual membership rather than joining their local

branches, and that was something Mrs Curd was not sure how to resolve. As provincial president she had focused her efforts more so on serving the current members of the group, and it was a group of which she was proud, one with a strong community involvement in the district. Rural Women New Zealand was officially founded on July 29, 1925, while the Mid Canterbury group is 82 years old.

Some of the national organisation’s successes include funds raised for a Spitfire to support the war effort, significant fundraising for leptospirosis research, cot death research, a mobile library service, and support for communities during adverse events. The Mid Canterbury group in recent years undertook a nationwide survey relating to a campaign on speed limits around school buses.

After more than six years in the top job at Experience Mid Canterbury, Nigel Birt is looking forward to focusing on his own tourism endeavours. Mr Birt finished up his tenure at the organisation after announcing his resignation at the start of July. While he had enjoyed his time in the role, he was excited about refocusing on his two tourism businesses. His industry experience will not be lost to the sector, as he is also planning on doing some consulting work. He believed Mid Canterbury’s tourism industry is in “a really good place”. “It’s been a good time,” he said. “But I’m looking forward to moving on with my life.”

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Supporting Cuppa for a Cause Rosebank Private Hospital and Rest Home resident Min Soal (right)) dons a feather boa to show her support for Alzheimer’s Canterbury at the Cuppa for a Cause afternoon tea. The resthome takes part in the annual event as a way to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and also support people in the community affected by the disease. General manager Sue Prowse said there were many families in the district that had been touched by Alzheimer’s. “It’s important to have support,” she said. For the occasion, the resthome was decorated in purple and residents and staff also donned the shade. Cupcakes were whipped up by the rest home’s kitchen staff for all residents to enjoy.

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Colin Craig is seeking compensation for defamation against the “Dirty Politics Brigade”. He’s making cases against Jordan Williams, John Stringer and Cameron Slater in the order of $300,000, $600,000 and $650,000 respectively. He made the announcement at a press conference in Auckland yesterday. He will also be releasing a booklet that outlines the “campaign of defamatory lies” he claims was purposely launched to undermine him. Slater said he first heard about the defamation claim yesterday and had not been served court papers. He had two words for Mr Craig: “Bring it.” - NZME PHOTO AMANDA KONYN 290715-AK-032

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The two bodies found in the area of Kepler Track this week have been confirmed as those of French-Canadian tourists LouisVincent Lessard and Etienne Lemieux. The pair travelled to Te Anau from Queenstown on an Intercity bus on July 7, and they were reported overdue from a tramp on Saturday, when they missed travel connections out of New Zealand. Police said the 23-year-olds bodies would be repatriated to Canada as soon as possible. - NZME

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Teen loses fight to keep name secret A teenager found guilty of killing a west Auckland shopkeeper has lost his attempt to keep his name secret. However, media are still prevented from publishing his name until his sentencing tomorrow. It comes as the family of Arun Kumar, who was stabbed in the neck at the Railside Dairy in Henderson on June 10 last year, said they would not attend his killer’s sentencing in boycott of a justice system they said had failed the family. “We see no point in attending the sentencing because we know that justice will never be done,” Mr Kumar’s daughter Sheenal said. “Despite full CCTV footage, the use of weapons and witness testimony, our justice system came up with manslaughter for one and the other walked free. We do not want to support injustice and therefore there is no point in attending.” A 14-year-old boy who stabbed Mr Kumar was found guilty of his manslaughter, but cleared of his murder. His 13-year-old co-defendant was cleared of manslaughter. A name suppression hearing yesterday was heard before Justice Graham Lang, who appeared via video-link from Gisborne Court, in the High Court at Auckland. After hearing submissions from the Crown, defence lawyers for the two teens, and counsel representing the media - who argued against name suppression - Justice Lang ruled the 14-year-old’s name should be made public after his sentencing on Friday. - NZME

Memorial ride A memorial ride for Connor Morris will go ahead this weekend as planned, despite a raid at the Head Hunters’ property where the event is set to finish. Mr Morris, 26, suffered a fatal head injury during a confrontation outside a party on August 3 last year. On Monday, the anniversary of his death, Michael Thrift Murray will go on trial in the High Court at Auckland. On Saturday Mr Morris’ family, including his partner Millie Elder-Holmes, and friends will hold a memorial ride in his honour, finishing at the Head Hunters’ Fight Club 88 building on Marua Rd, Ellerslie. Mr Morris’ funeral was held there, and he was a member of the club. - NZME

Taxi driver jailed A taxi driver who sexually attacked an intoxicated and sleeping passenger has been jailed for eight years. Mohammed Ahmed Khalil Daradkeh, 35, was sentenced at the Christchurch District Court yesterday, Christchurch Court News reported. Daradkeh, who was found guilty of sex charges at a jury trial last month, drove a 19-year-old passenger from a bar to a remote area in Christchurch, partially undressed her and sexually violated her. He was also charged with abducting the woman with intent to commit sexual violation. - NZME

Sir John steps down Olympic gold medallist Sir John Walker has stepped down from chairing an Auckland Council committee for medical reasons. The 63-year-old councillor, who was diagnosed with Parkinsons disease in the early 1990s, has resigned as chairman of the council’s audit and risk committee. Sir John said he could not continue chairing the committee properly but would continue work as a councillor. - NZME

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inally, some sense on the “future of the flag” debate. Shame it won’t get any traction. The Labour Party wants Parliament to scrap the second flag referendum if too few people vote in the first. The first postal vote, which is expected to be held this year, will allow voters to pick from four flag designs. The second will decide whether that flag replaces the current one. Abandoning the process will be a popular call: only a few thousand turned up to the travelling flag roadshow and successive opinion polls say voters are either ambivalent or have better things to worry about. It will also save a heap of money. The flag consideration process has so far cost about $8 million and completing the process – the referenda – will cost $17 million more. That is a fair swag but no matter your position on the future of the flag, it is what one would expect to spend on an important issue of national significance. If, indeed, there is enough of a clamour for change to make it nationally significant. This column is big on democracy and debate but it has consistently argued the flag is not a brand and it should not be tinkered with by a committee and a popularity contest. This is not the start of the hit reality television series Changing Flags New Zealand. Then again, it could be the start of a mildly entertaining sitcom. Flag Minister Bill English says the opposition opposes it because it does not like the Prime Minister; Labour leader Andrew Little wants a stay on the flag but calls the national anthem a dirge. But as the sideshow issue becomes a sideshow debate, the government has the numbers to ensure the issue will not be flagged until sometime hence, when the circumstances are right for it.

YOUR VIEW Gym membership Can I ask how many sick days the Ashburton District Council staff get allocated per annum and then the three days they forgive for a gym membership, is this for gym, gym classes and swim, (if it is, the total value would be $1144 a year). On this calculation, does the average ADC staff member earn $99,146 per annum, as this is what the value would be calculated at for three days. How many permanent employees does the ADC have? Maybe this is how the manager of the complex can say that he has over 1000 gym members. Can the public please be informed of how many paid up

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LETTERS gym memberships the EA Networks has? Your paper stated that their were over 1000, have these number been confirmed? Obviously the district is losing with the permanent staff of ADC not paying for our new $30 plus million complex. Tony Williams Ashburton District Council group manager service delivery Neil McCann responds: Council has a range of sick leave entitlements, ranging from the legislative entitlement of up to 10 days per year. For those that have an entitlement greater than this, staff have been given the option to forgo three days sick leave to receive access to the gym, gym classes and pools for a year.

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This initiative has health, attraction and retention benefits. It also reduces the value of council’s sick leave liability, without any fringe benefit implications. Twenty-one of 144 eligible staff (15 per cent) have accepted the offer of gym membership including membership conditions. Other staff have opted to join EA Networks Centre as private members, so that they do not have to give priority to private members for gym class attendance and also have the flexibility to stop their membership at any time. Mr Williams’ calculations regarding the annual value of the gym membership and the average earnings of staff are incorrect. Currently we have 961 customers who have access to the gym and 1382 members in total.

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POLL RESULT Yesterday’s result Q: Are you a member of the EA Networks Centre gym? No 94%

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ince I raised the subject of racism a fortnight ago it has taken another nasty lurch to the right, to the point where the final of the Christchurch club rugby championship was marred by the vitriolic taunting of a Fijian player, which led, finally, to his leaving the field in tears. A suitable inquiry is now in progress to find the perpetrators of this latest miserable outburst of racial intolerance. Labour’s cynical playing of the “race card” – hitherto the almost exclusive province of Winston Peters – seems to have done nothing to enhance its prestige and standing in the community. If Andrew Little and his lieutenant, Phil Twyford, thought that listing a number of Chinese names and then blaming the Chinese in general for the housing crisis in Auckland was a vote winner, the latest poll on the issue will have brought them small satisfaction. Few voters appear to have agreed with them. The fact is the “general public” has been unimpressed. And so they should be; identifying a particular community and then scapegoating them is not the New Zealand way. We are, after all, the ultimate hybrid nation, a mix of many races, creeds and breeds and at the end of any day you care to mention, we get on with each other remarkably well. The peace and contentedness of New Zealand society, never mind its – currently slightly sullied – “clean, green” image, is one of its strongest selling points, both literally and metaphorically, it offers. I very much doubt whether a distant traveller planning to visit Aotearoa has any thought that “racism” is apparently alive and well there. But, obviously, it is. That the Labour Party should be guilty of pushing such a proposition must be especially galling for its last leader but four, Ms Helen

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ing their move here that much easier. All of which sounds like “good thinking”; whether it will appeal to the wanna-be Kiwis remains to be seen. Any move which suggests there is a world beyond Auckland has to be encouraged, the good old South Island, in particular. Again, “wisely”, Mr Key, pre-empting any accusation he thought such a policy would somehow solve Auckland’s housing crisis, made it clear was not what he had in mind. It won’t but might ease the congestion just a bit. Meanwhile, there are “overseas” immigrants in the South Island who have been living and working here for years but for various bureaucratic barriers are still unable to acquire permanent residence. Many of them do invaluable work on farms, orchards and the like. Mr Key might think it a good idea also to make such contributors to the well-being of the nation “real” Kiwis. They have earned the status long since. Elsewhere these past few

Clark, now a bigwig at the United Nations and seemingly destined to become an even bigger wig in the not too distant future. As The Listener wisely points out in its editorial in next week’s edition, when she was in charge of the party, Labour was much more likely to embrace minorities than demonise them. Her thoughts on the present imbroglio, equally wisely, have remained unpublished. Naturally, the National Party at its conference last weekend spent time feasting off Labour’s discomfort but also debating immigration and all that goes with it. Primarily, they were at pains to try to ensure that “productive”, entrepreneurial would-be settlers in this country did their settling in areas of New Zealand where their in-put would be particularly appreciated rather than their following the crowd to Auckland and contributing still further to the housing scramble. Such settlers would rack up bonus immigration points mak-

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Libya court sentences Gaddafi son to death By MohaMad ali harissi A Libyan court has sentenced a son and eight aides of slain dictator Muammar Gaddafi to death for crimes during the 2011 uprising, in a verdict strongly criticised by rights campaigners. Seif al-Islam, the strongman’s one-time heir apparent who is also wanted by the International Criminal Court, was tried in his absence because he is held by militia opposed to the Tripoli authorities. Former intelligence chief Abdullah Senussi and Gaddafi’s last prime minister Al-Baghdadi al-Mahmudi were also sentenced to death, although they can appeal to the supreme court. The 37 defendants were charged with crimes including murder and complicity in incitement to rape during the

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2011 revolution. Libya has been wracked by conflict since Gaddafi’s overthrow, with rival governments and powerful militias battling for control of key cities and the country’s oil riches. The trial, which opened in

the Libyan capital in April last year, has been dogged by criticism from human rights watchdogs and an unresolved dispute with the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague over jurisdiction in the case of the Gaddafi son. Rights groups say the trial was deeply flawed and missed an opportunity to expose the crimes of the Gaddafi regime. Amnesty International called the death sentences “appalling”. “Instead of helping to establish the truth and ensuring accountability for serious violations during the 2011 armed conflict, this trial exposes the weakness of a criminal justice system which is hanging on by a thread in a war-torn country with no central authority,” Amnesty’s Philip Luther said. Human Rights Watch’s Joe Stork said the trial was “plagued by persistent, credible

allegations of fair trial breaches that warrant independent and impartial judicial review”. The militia holding Seif alIslam in the southwestern hill town of Zintan is aligned with the internationally recognised government which fled to the remote east last August when a rival militia alliance seized the capital and set up its own administration. Prosecutor general Siddick al-Sour acknowledged that there was no prospect of Seif al-Islam facing the court’s sentence any time soon but said that was a matter for politicians. “The court pronounced sentence and has nothing to do with the political conflict,” Sour said. Seif al-Islam’s sole appearances before the court were by video link and there had been none since May last year. - AFP

Hostages freed Thirty hostages held by Boko Haram, including 21 children and seven women, have been freed by Nigerian troops. Officials say the operation took place in the town of Dikwa in Borno State, which had fallen to Boko Haram twice since April, and was recaptured last week. “As a result of ongoing operations under the aegis of Operation Lafiya Dole to clear Dikwa and its environs from Boko Haram ... the Nigerian Army yesterday rescued 30 persons from the hands of the terrorists,” army spokesman Sani Usman said yesterday. “They include 21 children and a six-day-old infant, seven women including three nursing mothers, and two elderly male adults,” he said. - AFP

Spy to be released Jonathan Pollard, a former US Navy intelligence analyst convicted of spying for Israel, will be released on parole on November 21 after serving 30 years in prison, his lawyers say. “The decision to grant parole was made unanimously by the three members of the (US) Parole Commission, who make their decisions independently of any other US government agency,” the lawyers said. US Secretary of State John Kerry denied that Pollard’s release was related to the Iran nuclear agreement, which Israel has vehemently opposed. - AFP

Sub wreck found A wrecked submarine found off the coast of Sweden is thought to be a Russian vessel that ran aground a century ago after colliding with a Swedish naval ship. Speculation has been swirling about the origins of the craft, which was found by divers nine months after a high-profile hunt for a mystery submarine in Swedish waters. Stockholm’s Dagens Nyhter newspaper said yesterday it was most likely the wreck was an Imperial Russian Navy sub that sank with an 18-member crew in May 1916 after a collision with a Swedish vessel. - AFP

■ EGYPT

Migrants try to enter Eurotunnel About 2000 migrants have tried to enter the Eurotunnel terminal in the French port town of Calais in a desperate bid to reach England. “It was the biggest incursion effort in the past month and a half,” said a spokesman for the international shuttle service yesterday. Security at the Calais port was stepped up in mid-June, driving migrants who previously tried to stow away on trucks that take ferries across to try their luck getting through. The migrants were trying to enter the site “between midnight and 6am,” the Eurotunnel spokesman said. “All our security personnel, that is nearly 200 people, as well as police were called in.” The incident caused serious delays to the Eurotunnel service for much of yesterday, with passengers held up for about an hour on the British side and 30 minutes on the French side. Since the beginning of June, eight migrants have died trying to enter the tunnel. - AFP

In brief

MH17 investigation

Firefighters try to extinguish a fire at a furniture factory in al-Obour, east of Cairo, Egypt. AP PHOTO

Furniture factory fire kills 25 At least 25 people have died in a fire that gutted an Egyptian furniture factory north of Cairo, a health ministry official said. Twenty-two more workers suffered from burns and smoke inhalation in yesterday’s blaze in the Al-Helw factory on the outskirts of the capital, health

ministry spokesman Hossam Abdel Ghaffar said. Security officials said the fire raged through the threestorey factory and its warehouse after a gas cylinder exploded. The interior ministry said 23 fire trucks were at the scene to extinguish the blaze. Another fire at a supermar-

ket in a town near the Mediterranean city of Alexandria yesterday injured 12 people, security officials said. Such accidents are relatively common in Egypt, given the dilapidated state of many buildings and failure to adhere to industrial safety norms. - AFP

Russia appears certain to veto a United Nations resolution to establish a criminal tribunal to bring to justice those responsible for the downing of MH17, despite 11th-hour efforts by Foreign Minister Julie Bishop to shore up international support for the plan. While Ms Bishop believes there is “significant” support for the resolution, the outcome of a vote Wednesday in New York (Thursday morning AEST) appears to be a fait accompli with Moscow’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Vitaly Churkin, having vowed that Russia will veto the move. The foreign minister, during an hour-long meeting with Mr Churkin in New York yesterday, appealed for Moscow to reconsider a veto, telling the ambassador that it would not be in Russia’s interest. “I asked him to go back to Moscow to seek instructions to not use its veto, and that Russia should reserve its veto for matters which really count towards Russia’s national interest,” Ms Bishop said. - AAP

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Award-winning year for rural team

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Madam Woo comes to Dunedin Woohoo – Malaysian hawker food restaurant Madam Woo is set to open in Dunedin in September. Mayfare Group Ltd co-owner Fleur Caulton, of Queenstown, said she and Michelin star chef Josh Emett, of Auckland, would open a Madam Woo restaurant in Dunedin’s lower Stuart Street in mid-September. “We see there is an opportunity for the style of business we have and we are looking forward to it.

“We love Dunedin as a city and have spent a lot of time there and think it’s a great place to have a business.” The pair opened Madam Woo restaurants in Takapuna a fortnight ago and in Queenstown in 2013. Mrs Caulton said she was “very happy” with the Dunedin site. “It’s close to the Octagon ... but yet it’s far enough away that it’s not in amongst it,” Mrs Caulton said. The site was on two levels

and had about 350sq m of floor space. The restaurant would seat about 80 people, she said. The fit-out was similar to the other two Madam Woo restaurants. She would not reveal how much the fit-out cost or how many staff would be employed because the restaurant was in the recruiting process. Mrs Caulton said she and Mr Emett would be working at the Dunedin launch. - NZME

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first of a series of eight motorway closures required as part of the “smart motorway” project. “Apart from the first closure, which includes connecting an old off-ramp to the Thorndon Overbridge, all the closures are to allow the overhead gantry structures, which hold either fixed or electronic signs, to be craned in and out,” he said. “The remaining closures will happen between mid-September and early October at dates still to be confirmed,” he added. The smart motorway will start operating between Johnsonville and the Terrace Tunnel early next year. A full list of closures and detour maps was available at www.nzta.govt.nz. - NZME

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the Aotea off-ramp for up to eight hours between 10pm and 6am as two new overhead fixedsign gantries were lifted into place. “If you’re heading north from the city on Sunday morning, bear in mind you’ll need to use the Hutt Road if you’re travelling before 10am, and this will take longer than your usual trip on the motorway. If you can, please your journey until after 10am, when the motorway will be completely reopened,” acting highways manager Mark Owen said. “If in doubt, just remember the electronic signs will tell you what to do.” Mr Owen said this was the

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Transport authorities say an urban freeway will close completely for the first time in recent memory to allow for construction of New Zealand’s first “smart motorway”. Wellington’s State Highway 1 will be closed between Thorndon and Ngauranga on Saturday night. The New Zealand Transport Authority (NZTA) has advised motorists to avoid the stretch of motorway, which would be closed for several hours overnight. The old Kaiwharawhara off-ramp is being connected to the Thorndon Overbridge as part of a new northbound lane. Southbound lanes will be closed between Ngauranga and

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ditional winter slowdown into account, Mr McLeod said. There was good buyer interest in properties in most urban properties with asking prices under $550,000, though it had been a quieter winter for those with premium price-tags, he suggested. Spring – the time where listings and buyer interest traditionally grew – would provide a good litmus test for the urban market some expect to be affected by on-farm fortunes, he said. Relatively few rural properties had hit the market in the past four months so evidence of a price clawback or of waning interest in the face of the low dairy pay out was difficult to gauge. Mr McLeod said there had not been a lot of inquiries recently from overseas interests but there had been good interest in arable land and that local farmers continued to eye neighbouring land for expansion.

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Property Brokers, Hastings McLeod Ltd rural team (from left) Rodger Letham, Paul Cunneen, Mark Lemon, Greg Jopson, Gareth Cox and Chris Murdoch, winners of Top Rural Ofﬁce in the medium sized ofﬁce category in the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand 2015 Awards of Excellence.

It is still too early to say whether the dairy slump is having a lasting effect on rural property sales or prices, the area manager of an award-winning Mid Canterbury real estate company says. Property Brokers, Hastings McLeod Ltd was named the Top Rural Office in the medium sized office category in the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand 2015 Awards of Excellence in Auckland last week. The Ashburton-based business was named Top Rural Office in the small office category the previous year, on the back of high sales and revenue in what was now a fluctuating market. Property Brokers, Hastings McLeod Ltd area manager Hamish McLeod this week credited teamwork and successive years of focus for what was an award-winning year. On the current market, the urban market was steady on the back of favourable interest rates even when taking the tra-

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Exceptional grain defies season The grain submitted for this year’s United Wheat Growers Competition was exceptional despite a thorny season for many arable farmers, a judge has said. More than 90 entries were received across the four classes in the competition, mostly from Canterbury, and Mid Canterbury farmer David Redmond turned up trumps again taking home the Tegal Protein Cup. Feed wheat attracted 45 entries, biscuit wheat 12, gristing/milling wheat 22 and premium milling wheat 16. Extremely wet conditions in autumn 2014 created difficulties

in getting crops in the ground in time, the judge, who did not want to be named, said. Later in the season dry conditions and irrigation restrictions in some areas impacted on potential yield and quality for wheat crops variable. However, good soils, with reliable irrigation, in a low disease year, high heat unit days and great harvest weather proved to be a winner for a number of crops. High protein levels, high test weights and low screenings were a feature of the winning entries, the judge said. High yields and quality were

also achieved by a number of growers who had unirrigated crops on good quality soils. ATS Seed general manager Tim Dale said the objective of the competition was to celebrate success in the wheat industry, encouraging growers and grain industry members to enter samples

of wheat that they feel have performed well on farm and achieved high levels from the testing process. “Wheat growing is still a cornerstone crop for most arable growers and they take a lot of pride and satisfaction when they achieve good results as we have

experienced again this year,” Mr Dale said. All classes were judged on the results of quality tests, end use, physical appearance and assessed yield except for the Tegel Protein Cup which was awarded on a protein test of all samples at the Tegel Mill.

ATS Seed manager Tim Dale (left) with the premium grade milling wheat winner David Redmond (centre) and Brian Leadley (right) from United Wheat Growers.

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Chapman to depart Carrfields Elders New Zealand managing director Stu Chapman will leave the business next month, Carrfields Group managing director Craig Carr said A former shareholder in the Elders agri-based business stable, Mr Chapman agreed to continue working in his role as a managing director during the sale and management handover to the Carr Group, recently rebranded as Carrfields. Mr Chapman will finish on August 14 but will continue to serve as a director on the Elders Primary Wool Board which

extends to NZ Yarn, Wool Exports NZ and Wool Marketing Enterprises (Just Shorn). He will continue to serve as a director on the Elders International NZ Live Export business board – a joint venture business with Elders Australia. Chapman’s career with Elders New Zealand spans 21 years, having grown the business to be an agri-market leader particularly in Livestock and Wool. Businesses previously managed by Chapman will report to Craig Carr effective August 1.

lighter lambs $88 to $98. Heavy woolly ewes made $88 to $100, mediums $70 to $83, and lighter weights $49 to $63. In the store pens crossbred woolly lambs achieved similar prices to previous sales, realising $71 to $86.

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olden NZ has released a new range of European sourced cars. These are an intro to the extensive line-up of new vehicles which they will launch during the next five years. Around a third of these will be out of Europe. This first lot include a bevy of Astra Coupes including a hot 2 litre 206kw/400Nm VRX. For topless aficionados there’s the Cascada convertibles and as a teaser for the current Commodore’s eventual replacement, the $69,990 Insignia VRX. Premium German car owning elitists may well initially dismiss this also German-built, mid-sized performance sedan because of the Holden name. But after taking a closer look at what Holden’s first all-wheeldrive, turbocharged car offers from a comfort and safety point of view, then having a decent drive, and finally comparing the cost of optioning up of another brand to match the VRX’s comprehensive specification, they may well change their minds. First up, its nicely proportioned and looks the part. While not as large, either outside or in as the Commodore, it still offers decent accommodation, lots of comfort, driver assistance and upmarket furnishings within. All right, so much of my test driving was about our foothills on roads that inspire, as conditions allowed, some spirited driving. On the slightly heavy side it might be at 1830kg, but the 2.8 litre (Melbourne built) twinscroll, turbo-petrol V6 delivers 239kW and 435Nm of torque. When left in touring mode it is refined, effortless and eager, rather than delivering outright, V8-like grunt.

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It has a neat, rather unique exhaust note, especially when accelerating and the performance and economy delivered balances very nicely with the car’s neat driving and handling characteristics making for easy everyday driving. There are two other selectable modes, ‘Sport’ and ‘VXR’ which individually change the engine/ auto’s response, the steering feel, suspension settings and the all-wheel drive system. Both work very well for sporty driving, especially in VRX where the claimed 0-100km/h time of 6.5 seconds is likely. Although, in VRX the glowing red dials both immediately alert the navigator and also make the likelihood of achieving the stated combined fuel use

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figure of 11.3L/100km somewhat remote. Meanwhile the six-speed auto is intuitive with well-spaced ratios, though fast upward changes can sometimes be felt. Of course it can be used manually and there’s also paddles. At this price one expects and the Insignia delivers an upmarket leather trimmed cabin loaded with gear. I liked the driving position in the shapely, comfortable, heated, front Recaro sports seats. There’s plenty of adjustment for these as well as the sporty, thick steering wheel. The dials are clear as is the eight-inch display screen with touch controls and Mylink connectivity for sound, the satnav, rear view camera and dual

climate-air. The side mirrors seemed a little small. Additional standard safety technology also includes radar cruise control, lane change and blind spot alerts. There’s plenty of rear seat space, comfort and air vents for two standard size adults or three if needed. The boot holds a holiday-friendly 500 litres and the rear seat split-folds. There is no spare wheel, just an inflation kit. While I didn’t experience the Insignia’s abilities in the snow at the Cardrona proving grounds, the road to the Coleridge power station offered a taste of the same, and lots of enjoyable driving, all with the security of the excellent electronic safety systems

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Ashburton Celtic Netball Club Ashburton Celtic Netball would like to thank all our sponsors who have kindly contributed to our club this year. VetEnt, The Somerset Grocer, Bus and Truck Bodywork Ltd, Ashburton New World, Ashburton Signs and Graphics and the Celtic Killer Bzzzz are the businesses and people that have kept our club running and we appreciate everything they have done for us. The championship round has started and everyone is looking to make those allimportant semis and finals. VetEnt Celtic A have started off well with a draw and a win. They are looking sharp with their combinations starting to come right, just when it matters. Celtic B have had a narrow loss and win to stay on track. In the Senior B grade we have three teams all trying to make those finals. Somerset Grocer Celtic C had a bruising encounter with Methven B which resulted in a draw. Celtic Green and Celtic D are doing well considering the injury list that seems to be keep growing. Celtic U18 have had some mixed results but are still improving and Celtic Social are still trucking along. We have a fundraiser coming up with the movie Trainwreck on Friday August 14. Get in touch with any Celtic netballer to get your ticket for $20. Good luck to all the girls for the coming weeks and fingers crossed there are no more injuries!

Ashburton County Lions President Helen Allan welcomed 43 members to the dinner meeting of the Ashburton County Lions Club held at the Ashburton Hotel on July 23. She began by presenting the Blake Trophy Quiet Achievers Award to Mary Francis in appreciation of the work she undertakes on behalf of the club. Members were pleased to note that Aged Concern had used some of the funding from Club Calendar project to provide a confident driving course for mature drivers. There was no speaker at this meeting allowing members the opportunity to review the success of events from the past year and look ahead to events and fundraising activities for the coming year. Planning is under way for the annual Toot for Tucker to be held on November 30, the Garden Ramble on November the 21 and the club will be selling daffodils and lily bulbs at Boulevard Day in September. Planning is also underway for organising the Lions 202 J district convention over the weekend of February 26 to 28, 2016. This is being hosted by Ashburton County Lions and covers an area from Milton in the south to Rakaia in the north.

Ashburton Electronic Organ & Keyboard Club Verna greeted us this evening with bright music, the evening was arranged by Shirley. First up was Margaret on the Organ; “The great Pretender” “Alice Blue Gown” Next was Iris on the Keyboard with “Hog Snort Ruperts” “Pretty Girl” & “Cheating Heart”. She was joined by Lorraine “singing” Rose “singing and playing the Banjo” Iris on Keyboard and Banjo” ”River Road” Then two of the men joined them with Banjos for “The Battle of New Orleans” Well done to all. Bernard gave us some Foster &Allen, “Forty Shades of Green” “Blue Smoke”. Great Toe Tappers. Lorraine enjoys Latin Music, She played “Amo Poala” “The Breeze & I” a Tango. I would love to get up and dance to some of this great music we get each month. After the raffles were. Drawn we had “Three Banjos” Russell, Bob, & Jim; “Love is a Beautiful Song” “Red Sails” “Harbour Lights” They explained the different Banjos to us. Thank you Gentlemen. Irene was next with her piano accordion, “Cupar Barn Dance” “Jeanie King” lovely music. Rose (on piano) then joined her for the Rock and Roll Waltz. Last but not least was Michael on his “magic machine” He gave us some rousing music “All of Me”,”A Bunch of Thyme” and finished with “A Tune to Say Goodby “A great way to finish another grand evening.

Ashburton Indoor Bowls It wasn’t quite the weekend Ashburton Indoor Bowls hoped for. There were high hopes for the team at

Thursday, July 30, 2015 the New Zealand Mixed Fours final in Wanganui and a contingent of bowlers headed south to Dunedin to defend the Walter Strang Memorial and the Calder Shield. And, boom, we woke up on Sunday morning with nothing. The fours team of Grant Wilson, Mike Lawson, Chris Talbot and Hazel Mitchell did Ashburton proud at the national final – but were unable to get themselves into the fight for the title and the team that headed to Dunedin led both prizes at lunch but couldn’t maintain that in the afternoon. You could call it disappointing, but it’s not the end of the road. Ashburton takes on the old foe, Canterbury in Lincoln on Sunday and after last weekend the side will be out for some redemption – good luck to all those who have been selected to defend the title. It’s a busy week again on the mats with the Methven Triples at the McNally Street Stadium tonight and then the Henselite Singles there on Saturday. The winner of that tournament will compete in the National final in Christchurch in September. Good luck to everyone out there playing this week and let’s make sure we beat Canterbury on their own turf.

Ashburton Ladies Probus Ashburton Ladies Probus meeting held in the RSA Doris Linton Lounge on July 22. 44 ladies were welcomed by the President Margaret Taylor and the national anthem was sung. Apologies were received from six lady members and congratulations were extended to Erin Porter on her Gold Wedding Anniversary. Precis of last committee meeting was read as was the Almoners Treasurers report. Berni Whyte and Rona Hayward were winners of the raffle. The Mini Speaker was Janet King who talked of her life on a Cattle Station in Queensland, Australia. Part II to be continued next month. Main Speaker this month was Andrew Wilson and Karen Millar from Heartland Bank who talked about the Reverse Morgage/Senior Finance. A varied and informative talk on the pros (and cons if any) of an increasing means of finance for the over 60’s. Karen ran a raffle for a Somerset Grocer voucher which was won by Maureen Ford. Thanks were expressed and a gift presented. Meeting closed at 11.45am and 12 ladies went to the Braided Rivers for lunch.

Ashburton Men’s Probus Club July Report: Meetings second Tuesday of month, Senior’s Centre 206 Cameron St, 9.30 am. Phone Dennis, 308 0140 or ashmensprobus@gmail.com President Dennis welcomed a new member to the club. The arrangements for the Xmas lunch on December 8 have being confirmed. Our first speaker was Lynn Kingsbury who gave a first-hand account of the Wahine sinking. Lynn and his wife were passengers the day one of the worst cyclones ever to have struck NZ blew the Wahine onto Barrett’s Reef where for several hours nothing could be done to disembark the passengers. The Kingburys managed to get into a life boat which was blown across the harbour towards Eastborne where it capsized some distance from the shore. The rough seas washed them to the shore at Eastbourne where they had to fend for themselves. The main speaker was bank manager Andrew Wilson who spoke about the modern “reverse mortgages,” discussing not only the advantages for those with a good asset base but also the risks and pitfalls. Home equity loans are being used for as local and overseas travel, home repairs, newer cars and prompt medical treatments. The loans give a lifetime occupancy guarantee of your home with no requirement to make any repayments till the property is sold. We had an enjoyable trip to Timaru, visiting Heartland potato crisp factory, the harbour to stock up on fish, the Maori Rock art display at the Timaru Visitor Centre, lunch in town and a visit to the history filled Memorial Library at TBHS.

Ashburton Musical Club The advent of the July school holidays

www.guardianonline.co.nz presented a challenge for Margaret Hawkey and June Barrett as performers who would usually fill the monthly concert slot had taken the opportunity to decamp away from our very cold weather, nevertheless a sizeable audience turned up on a sunny Sunday afternoon to enjoy a good line up of talent both local and from further afield. President Janice Allen welcomed everyone and the concert began with violinists Paula Green and Emily Dodd playing music of Bartok and Telemann. Soprano Caroline Burchell from Dunedin presented a bracket of three songs accompanied by her father, David on the piano. She sang Fairy’s Love Song, (arr. Moira Kennedy-Fraser), Angels Ever Bright and Fair (Handel) and Vergebliches Standchen (Brahms). A piano solo followed with Shayna Cairns playing Wheeler Dealer (Peters) followed by a vocal solo from Adrienne Ayers who entertained with the Irish My Own Pretty Boy followed by Peace (Schubert) accompanied by Ann Allott. The next item was a piano solo by Eliane Vinculado of Gareth Farr’s For Salesi. The concert came to a conclusion with Caroline Burchell singing Pieta Signore (Stradella), A Fly (Marshall) and a surprise duet with her brother James of Rossini’s Cat’s Duet. A great way to finish an entertaining afternoon. Afternoon tea followed the concert and gave an opportunity for members and visitors to talk to the performers. Next meeting Sunday August 9, 2pm at The Sinclair Centre.

Ashburton Pakeke Lions The July meeting of Ashburton Pakeke Lions was a member only meeting, the only month of the year when this occurs. This is the first meeting after the Change Over of Officers and members are able to meet in their various committees of responsibilities to not only discuss programme ideas and possible projects for the coming year but also a time to discuss issues of club importance. Normally business meetings are held by the Board of Pakeke on a monthly basis to carry out administration and the over sight of finances. This open forum gives all members the opportunity to brain storm and express opinions on future directions and new initiatives. The items of general business that were tabled for discussion included dress code and frequency of member only meetings. Despite the large number of apologies, a lively and enthusiastic discussion took place and there were many pertinent points made on maintaining the standard of dress as befitting a Pakeke Club. Finally a consensus was reached and a Preferred Option was agreed upon. The practice of holding one ‘member only’ meeting during the year will continue and on the other months the Social meeting with partners will also continue with time made available for a special business discussion if necessary. Members were advised that help will be required to undertake some remedial work on Privileged Member Lion Lance Harper’s property following some maintenance. Meeting concluded with Tail Twister Lion Ron and the National Anthem.

Ashburton Silks & Satins Social Club 25th Jubilee Report There was a good turnout of 27 members plus their partners at a special dinner to celebrate 25 years of the Silks & Satins Social Club. Edith Paterson welcomed everyone and said that the Club had its inaugural meeting at the Hotel Ashburton on August 30 1990 where 80 Harness racing women from Mid Canterbury attended. This turnout far exceeded the expectations of Leona Prendergast who was one of the driving forces behind the formation of a Social Club. The late Mrs Anne May was appointed Patron and the late Lorraine Grant was elected as the Club’s first President. Lorraine was the first female trainer/driver to win a full totalisator race as a driver and then went on to drive her horse Rainbow Patch in the New Zealand Trotting Cup, being the first female to do so. Patron Zella McGirr and Leona Prendergast cut the Jubilee Cake and everyone present then enjoyed a very informative

and enjoyable talk by Matt Markham who was introduced by Dianne Elms. Matt has been connected to Harness Racing for all of his life from commentating races at Methven workouts to being a very successful journalist for the Ashburton Guardian, The Press and now with The Harness Weekly. Matt was thanked by Greer Rickets. Life Memberships were awarded to Shirley Bebbington, Zella McGirr & Leona Prendergast who all served on the inaugural Committee, all holding office of President, Secretary and Committee members and are still current members. Zella thanked the Club for the honour of life Membership and stated that the reason for starting the Club was to give trainers and owners wives social interaction. This was endorsed by both Leona and Shirley. Certificates were also given to Foundation and Active Members in recognision of the commitment that these members put into the running of the Club. Edith thanked everyone for their attendance and trusted that they had a very enjoyable evening.

Ashburton Woodworkers It was pleasing to have President, Bryan Ching back to welcome 18 members to our July meeting. He introduced Noel Graham our demonstrator from Christchurch. Bryan reported on the building progress. While we await electrical, water and sewerage connections, the painting is finished and permission was granted for the siting of a container to house our various types of wood. Show and Tell: John Millichamp a partially completed yew bowl. Kevin Challis a candle stick in arizonica, a sycamore bowl. Geoff Brown a walnut bowl. Ken Neale a very large model of a wooden truck, which he will donate as a raffle prize Wim Melchers, several mushrooms or different woods, oak, walnut, sycamore, beech. Noel Graham then demonstrated making a nicely shaped hollow vase, made in two sections. He began by describing various hollowing tools, urging us to experiment in using them and how they cut.

Creative Fibre Ashburton May welcomed a good attendance of members on a very cold July day. After the usual minutes, bank balance and library reports were received we moved on to the area report and the planning of the big Wool Festival in Christchurch in 2017. The Show and Tell table displayed a good supply of winter woollies, and hats for Nepal. Four rugs, balls and slippers were taken to Ronald McDonald House. An invitation to the public to come to our Open Day on August 3 at Tinwald Hall was given. There will be morning tea at 10am and displays to see, sales tables, raffles and entertainment. Join us for a full on fun day at our Mad Hatters’ Tea Party.

MSA T’ai Chi Club The T’ai Chi club has started again for the third term. Last term we celebrated a milestone birthday for Philomena our very popular tutor. Most classes are well attended and we have five sessions each week - 9.30 Tuesday morning the day starts with an exercise class, followed by a short T’ai Chi session and at 11am there is another exercise class and an opportunity to learn the T’ai Chi moves. Wednesday’s session is mainly for those who have limited mobility. So if you use a walking frame, or need to arrive in a wheel chair, this is the class for you. Thursday classes consist of exercises in the first class followed by T’ai Chi, and the second class that day is exercises only with frequently over 20 of us on the floor. Not only do you get the opportunity to have these gentle exercises help you get more mobility, but it is very sociable and members seem to enjoy the break time as much as the T’ai Chi. Information about classes can be found on the noticeboard at the MSA.

RSA Women’s Section President Colleen Hands welcomed members on Thursday July 23. The attendance was reasonable. Members

stood for a minute’s silence to honour a member who passed away last week. Lorraine Boud played the piano while we sang the RSA song and happy birthday to those celebrating. Sympathy given to anyone who has lost a loved one. Sick members were wished a speedy recovery. Names wanted please to help with meals on wheels. Our 70th birthday will be celebrated in September. There will be a lunch time meal served – cost $15. Afternoon tea will be supplied. Names please at our Housie day on August 27. Two Life Memberships were presented – to June Bain, for her years of dedication, manning the sales table; and to Joy Tarbotton, for all she has done with the music group. Collen introduced Nicola Crossan of “Time for Diamonds”. Nicola told us of the diamond buying group, of which she is a member. She presented a slide show of the history of diamonds and her travels to Antwerp. Nicola told us how to care for our rings and of valuations and insurance. She was thanked for coming and for sharing her knowledge. Raffles were won by Marilyn Coley and Lorraine Miller. Competitions: Fruit loaf – 1st Judith Davis, 2nd Margaret Morgan and 3rd Wendy Marr; Fancy coat hanger – 1st Margaret Morgan, 2nd Judy Peck and 3rd Colleen Wederell. Afternoon tea was served.

Seniornet Ashburton This month has been quiet, with both tutors and members having grandchildren duties, we try to keep the school holidays free of forums or workshops. We have had quite a few one-on-ones and these seem to work very well, as there is no waiting for enough people to make up a class, also only one person makes it easier for both tutor and member. ipad/Tablet/phone evening are still the same and the afternoon forum is equally as popular. We had an informative Question and Answer from Robin Burton, who gave us a demonstration on “Downloading from youtube” with a free downloader. We had a few problems with our computers, even at Seniornet we can get bugs in them. Westpac gave us a demonstration on Internet Banking which was good, until the “Hands On” part and somewhere there was a breakdown in the passwords. Hopefully this will be fixed and the hands on can continue. July/August forums are as follows: Question and Answer afternoon topic: Windows 10, Thursday August 6, 1.30pm MSA Lounge, Tablet/ipad/phone forums: Monday August 10, 1.30pm, Tuesday 11th August 7pm Games afternoon: Wednesday August 19, 1.30pm Any enquiries, please ring Margaret 307 7498.

Plains Ladies Probes Club It was a mild morning for the July Meeting with a good attendance. Joan welcomed members and wishes given to those having birthdays etc. Jeanette Storrier was inducted as a new member into the Club. Any General business was read out and the Treasurer and Almoner reported that all seems well. Our Annual birthday lunch is to be held following the next meeting on August 24 at the R S A. The film for next month is “Learning to Drive” at the Regent Theatre at 11am on August 5. Instead of a mini speaker we had Memories from the past. Joan read a poem out which brought back lots of memories to all our members. Then Wilma read a story of “Longbeach Station”. It told of the number of people that worked on the busy place and how things have changed. Sandy gave us a humorous story just before morning tea. Then May Sanford gave us a very interesting talk on her “Outback” trip from Longreach to Cairns in Australia. Travelling with Supreme Tours they flew from Brisbane going on a Sunset cruise on the Thomson River to the Salt lakes. Went to “Stockman’s” Hall of Fame, Winton where “Waltzing Matilda” was born and other interesting places. Also went by train from Cairns to Kurunda and back. Then on to Brisbane and home. Wilma thanked May for her talk. Meeting closed at 11.30am. The next meeting is on the August 24 at 9.45am.

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Silks and Satins are industry gems BY MATT MARKHAM HARNESS RACING NZ

Harness racing in Mid Canterbury has something special that not many other regions around New Zealand can boast. On Sunday night I was lucky enough to be invited to be the guest speaker at the 25th anniversary of the Silks and Satins Social Club function at the MSA. What a fantastic contribution this group of ladies has made to harness racing in the area – and

further afield - for over two and a half decades now. The club was formed and had its inaugural meeting at the Hotel Ashburton in August of 1990 – with 80 women attending the meeting. Mrs Anne May was made the club’s first patron while Lorraine Grant was elected as the first president. Initially established to allow the wives and partners of those involved in the racing industry

something to do on race day as opposed to sitting in the car and doing their knitting, the club has prospered and is now an active sponsor around the region and an integral part of the makeup of the Mid Canterbury harness racing landscape. It’s groups like this that make harness racing the wonderful sport that it. Well done again to the group for putting on such a great night and congratulations to the three

ladies; Zella McGirr, Shirley Bebbington and Leona Prendergast on being made life members of the group. Mrs McGirr was on the inaugural committee and served as secretary for six years, president for six years and was on the committee for six years as well – she is now the current patron. Mrs Bebbington was an inaugural member also and was on the committee for 12 years – six of those as president while Mrs

Prendergast was instrumental in setting up the club and served on the committee for two years and was vice-president for four years. The trio are joined by Diane Elms, who is also a life member. There appears to be no sign of the Silks and Satins slowing down either so you can expect this long-standing industry gem to continue to be such an integral part of the region for many years to come.

9 36127 Al Bundy (U1) 20...........................Z Butcher 10 25592 Vulcan (1) 40 ........................... T Macfarlane 11 31111 One Over Da Moon (U1) 50 ...........T Herlihy 7 8.27pm HUAPAI TAVERN MOBILE PACE $7000, 4yo+ c2 to c4 mob. pace, mobile, 2200m 1 06913 Four Starzzz Shiraz (1) fr ...............J I Dickie 2 67275 Flying Loose (2) fr ..............................S Reid 3 x2071 Ares fr .......................................... Scratched 4 73587 Cullies Delight (3) fr ......................T Mitchell 5 56133 Liberty Styx (4) fr ...........................T Herlihy 6 56754 Simply Stunning (5) fr ............. T Macfarlane 7 61556 Brydon Delight (6) fr ................. M McKendry 8 02344 God Forbid (7) fr........................ J Abernethy 9 8x542 Shardon’s Pearl (21) fr ..................Z Butcher 8 8.53pm DOWNEY LIVESTOCK GRASS TRACK GRADUATE MBL PACE $7000, 3yo+ c1 to c2 mob. pace, mobile, 2200m 1 30499 Waipipi Falcon (1) fr ...........M Blakemore (J) 2 65x43 No Apachemee (2) fr...................J Stormont 3 38032 Murphy Brown fr........................... Scratched 4 281x6 Atomic Falcon (3) fr ................... J Abernethy 5 78340 Sage Creek (4) fr ................. D Ferguson (J) 6 0697x Alta Michaela fr ............................ Scratched 7 1P158 Bourbon Street (5) fr ......................S Phelan 8 41x23 Jet Black Shadow fr ..................... Scratched 9 31721 Everlasting Grace (21) fr ......... B Butcher (J) 10 11697 Aquickone (22) fr ................................S Reid

11 44521 I Am The One fr............................ Scratched 9.21pm NORTH ISLAND OWNERS ASSOCIATION HANDICAP TROT $6000, 2yo+ c0, c1 with cond. spechcp trot, stand, 2200m 1 3 Taimate Success (1) fr ...................J I Dickie 2 75595 Awa Cathrine (2) fr .......................... P Young 3 72884 Twelve Monkeys (U1) fr .............. R Close (J) 4 77Px5 Springfield Hugh (U2) fr ........ S Cruickshank 5 105x3 Karacherie (1) 30 .................... S Golding (J) 6 7765x Brookby Prince (2) 30 .................J Stormont 7 x2894 Rocky Six (U1) 30 .................... M McKendry 8 59793 Brookside Colt 30......................... Scratched SELECTIONS Race 1: Franco Nikau, Viewfield Apache, Elliot Daniel, Youbetteryoubet Race 2: San Diego Love, Ruby Castleton, Loki Brogden Race 3: Zakspatrol, Ares, Culinary Delight Race 4: No Way Else, Waingaro Mara, Christy Maguire, Jubilee Princess Race 5: Soldier, Count Landeck, The Keystone Kid Race 6: One Over Da Moon, Leanne’s Boy, Al Bundy, Vulcan Race 7: God Forbid, Liberty Styx, Four Starzzz Shiraz, Simply Stunning Race 8: No Apachemee Race 9: Taimate Success, Twelve Monkeys, Karacherie, Brookby Prince

2 00x03 Black Iziah (2) 58.5 .................S McKay (a3) 3 6666x Arsalan (3) 58.5 .......................R Harris (a4) 4 Dez (12) 58.5 .................................. K Myers 5 008x Karching (7) 58.5 ............................J Riddell 6 0 Off Hand (5) 58.5 .......................R Elliot (a4) 7 07x22 Honey Queen (6) 56.5 .......... N Teeluck (a3) 8 5734x Aly’s Belt (1) 56.5 ......................... D Mo (a3) 9 655x4 Etoile D’Ange (11) 56.5 .................L Allpress 10 x7387 Hi Fiver (8) 56.5 .........................L Hemi (a2) 11 475x Katie Spice (9) 56.5 ........................R Myers 12 La Mise En Jeu (10) 56.5 ............... J Parkes 13 07x90 Eden Rock (13) 56.5 ................... R Hannam 6 3.23pm SANDFORDS RATING 65 1400 $7000, Rating 65 Benchmark*, 1400m 1 x4454 Justa Charlie dmh (1) 59...R Goldsbury (a3) 2 x2235 Supercede dm (6) 58 ....................D Bradley 3 6259x Matagouri (4) 57.5...........................J Riddell 4 61. Arya td (7) 57 ................................. J Parkes 5 0x010 Five Tarts m (5) 57 ........................L Allpress 6 0x059 Off Roading d (9) 57 ..................R Elliot (a4)

7 4500x Red Sunset (11) 56.5 ............ N Teeluck (a3) 8 x8737 By The Powers dm (3) 56................ K Myers 9 70505 Itsalright m (2) 56 ....................S McKay (a3) 10 74706 Sir Gonzales dm (10) 55.5 .......... R Hannam 11 008x0 Rosamosa d (8) 54 .........................R Myers 7 3.58pm COLIN CROMARTY 50TH BIRTHDAY RATING 65 1200 $7000, Rating 65 Benchmark*, 1200m 1 56x21 Nom du Beel td (6) 59 ......................K Smith 2 1247x Saint Emilion b (2) 59......................J Riddell 3 5407x Brecon Belle tdm (8) 58 ....R Goldsbury (a3) 4 10 Nom de Boss dm (1) 58 ................. J Parkes 5 020x3 Skychi t (4) 57.5 .........................L Hemi (a2) 6 33241 Mare Mia d (9) 56.5............... N Teeluck (a3) 7 00507 Foibles 55..................................... Scratched 8 08x80 Jackson Street d (7) 55 ................... K Myers 9 8x608 Fashion Guru dm (5) 54.5 .............L Allpress 10 x6340 Salute Me dm (10) 54 .....................R Myers 11 0x97x Worzel Gummidge (3) 54 ............. D Mo (a3)

8 7.21pm CAROL’S TAB STAKES C4, 520m

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Kumeu harness Today at Alexandra Park Raceway

Kumeu District Trotting Club’s meeting at Alexandra Park on July 30. NZ Meeting number: 5. 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 5.46pm (NZT) MEOWMEOW MOTEL MOBILE PACE $6000, 4yo+ c1 to c3 mob. pace, mobile, 2200m 1 52646 Youbetteryoubet (1) fr ......................J Darby 2 88862 V C Dell (2) fr ................................... T Vince 3 45438 With A Vengeance (3) fr ....................S Wigg 4 60865 Celtic Warrior (4) fr .........................P Clabby 5 55048 Franco Nikau (5) fr ............................L Hollis 6 93844 Elliot Daniel (6) fr ................ J Kriechbaumer 7 23434 Viewfield Apache (7) fr ...................S Phillips 8 00669 Leroy Brogden (8) fr ..........................W Rich 2 6.10pm TERRY WALKER SUPPORTS KUMEU TC HANDICAP TROT $7000, 4yo+ c1 to c2, c3 with cond. +claimer spechcp trot, stand, 2700m 1 46308 Makarewa Jake (1) fr ................. R Close (J) 2 60x45 Ruby Castleton (U1) fr J MacKinnon (J,...Cl) 3 14337 San Diego Love (1) 10 M Blakemore (J, ..Cl) 4 22458 Meyer Lansky (2) 10 D Ferguson (J, ........Cl) 5 1627x Tarn 10 ......................................... Scratched 6 85065 Yaldy Boyz (3) 10 .......................... A Sharpe 7 84949 Miss Middleton (U1) 10 ........... S Golding (J) 8 65103 Loki Brogden (U2) 10 ....................N Chilcott 9 45681 Stuey D (U3) 10 ........................S Abernethy

3 6.40pm M W DAVIS FAMILY TRUST MOBILE PACE $6000, 4yo+ c1, c2 with cond. mob. pace jun.d, mobile, 2200m 1 12632 Zakspatrol (1) fr M Blakemore (J,.............Cl) 2 82344 Bettabe Perfect (2) fr ............. T Cameron (J) 3 x2071 Ares (3) fr J MacKinnon (J, ......................Cl) 4 58755 Kashin (4) fr ........................... K Marshall (J) 5 37331 Hadrian (5) fr J Moka (J, ..........................Cl) 6 34432 No Way Else fr ............................. Scratched 7 3080x Ricky Bobby (6) fr................... S Grayling (J) 8 15545 Shards Phoenix (7) fr D Ferguson (J, ......Cl) 9 72424 Culinary Delight (21) fr ............ S Golding (J) 4 7.08pm KUMEU KIDZ KARTZ PH 0210-2386-459 MOBILE PACE $7000, 3yo+, c1 to c2 with cond. mob. pace, mobile, 2200m 1 34432 No Way Else (1) fr M Johnson (J,.............Cl) 2 Fx173 Baby Houseman (2) fr ............... J Abernethy 3 8x595 Supposing (3) fr ............................P Butcher 4 469x2 Christy Maguire (4) fr ............... M McKendry 5 08765 Speak Up (5) fr..............................C Sharpe 6 75300 A Chance To Dream (6) fr ....... T Macfarlane 7 x3041 Waingaro Mara (7) fr .....................N Chilcott 8 98x07 Machinegun Kelly (8) fr M Blakemore (J, .Cl) 9 26814 Bert The Bookie (21) fr................. B Mangos 10 5146x Jubilee Princess (22) fr ..................S Phelan 11 0697x Alta Michaela (23) fr D Ferguson (J, ........Cl)

5 7.34pm MAINTECH PAINTERS & DECORATORS MOBILE PACE $6000, 3yo+ c0 mob. pace, mobile, 2200m 1 Losika (1) fr ..................................R Fensom 2 0 Itsokbeingbetter (2) fr ................... B Mangos 3 99773 Dorrie D (3) fr ............................... G Noakes 4 8 Mystic Potion (4) fr ........................N Chilcott 5 7 Heza Classic Act (5) fr ............ T Fensom (J) 6 7 Lockyer fr ..................................... Scratched 7 x9x63 Emerson Margaret (6) fr................S Butcher 8 Muraco (7) fr ............................. J Abernethy 9 2670 Elect To Go (21) fr ................... B Butcher (J) 10 x3325 Soldier (22) fr .......................... S Golding (J) 11 4708 The Keystone Kid (23) fr ...............P Butcher 12 52432 Count Landeck (24) fr ...................Z Butcher 13 944 Sleeping Beauty fr........................ Scratched 6 8.02pm 2015 REHARVEST TROTTING CUP HANDICAP TROT $12,000, 5yo+ c3 & faster +claimers discrhcp trot, stand, 3200m 1 37283 Le Lua Invasion (1) fr .....................S Phelan 2 54711 Mob Star (U1) fr ..........................J Stormont 3 21621 Scarrymcleary (U2) fr.....................J I Dickie 4 25534 Silver Stream (1) 10 .................. J Abernethy 5 22116 Moment Of Truth (U1) 10 ...........P Ferguson 6 23337 Sunoflindenny (U2) 10 ....................M Jones 7 12x49 Leanne’s Boy (1) 20 ......................T Mitchell 8 51565 Barry (2) 20 ................................ R Close (J)

M4 Waverley gallops Today at Waverley

Waverley Racing Club’s meeting at Waverley on July 30. NZ Meeting number: 4. Doubles: 2 and 3; 4 and 5; 6 and 7. Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 5, 6 and 7. 1 12.28pm (NZT) BRUCE CLIFTON BUILDING SERVICES MDN HIGHWEIGHT $7000, MDN HWT, 2200m 1 33433 Platinum Song (4) 68 ......................J Riddell 2 34225 Zedace b (1) 68...............................G Walsh 3 05. Wise Men Say (3) 68..................N Quinn (3) 4 06509 Cool Wonder (2) 68 .................C Studd (2.5) 5 0P905 Flying Cossack (8) 68 ............L Kennedy (3) 6 68x66 Lykaroc (5) 68 ................................. I Lupton 7 x0P9P Tim m (6) 68..........................S Karnicnik (3) 8 0x Twentythirtyfour (9) 68 ....................M Gillies 9 x6000 Zedbee (7) 68 ............M Gibbs-Manssen (3) 10 3x954 Jitzu (10) 66 ........................... M McNelis (3) 11 84261 Wee Biskit m (11) 66 .......................M Cropp 2 1.03pm NORWOOD FARM MACHINERY 2YO MAIDEN $7000, MDN 2YO, 1100m 1 2. Western b (8) 57.5 ..........................R Myers

M9 Christchurch Greyhound Racing Club’s meeting at Addington Raceway on July 30. NZ Meeting number: 9. Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8; 9 and 10; 11 and 12. Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 4, 5 and 6; 7, 8 and 9; 10, 11 and 12. 1 4.46pm (NZT) STEWDOG SPRINT C3, 295m 1 56718 Another Fan 17.38 .................J T McInerney 2 32151 Business Review 17.44 ..............D Stapleton 3 45644 Quedrago 17.15 C & .......................... Fagan 4 68625 Question Bale 17.27 ..............J T McInerney 5 34876 Big Muddy 17.29 M &.......................... Smith 6 58345 May May Last 17.22 ..........................J Dunn 7 62687 Know Pride 17.08...........................G Cleeve 8 52333 Goldstar Bomber 17.35 S & ............B Evans 9 16876 Bellwave 17.20 ...........................D Stapleton 10 36788 Thunder Storm nwtd ..............J T McInerney 2 5.03pm DAVID EMERSON CONSULTANCY DASH C3, 295m 1 18186 Goldstar Magic 17.51 S & ...............B Evans 2 73255 Cronk Went Plonk 17.37 ................. D Voyce 3 65564 Homebush Errol 17.60 ...........J T McInerney 4 52465 Rusty Knife 17.09 M & ......................Jopson 5 52323 Van Gerwin 17.24 ......................H Anderton 6 76177 Norman Jewel 17.16 ....................C Roberts 7 76348 Costing Money 17.43 ...................... M Grant 8 66123 Little Midnight 17.24 ...................D Stapleton 9 16876 Bellwave 17.20 ...........................D Stapleton 10 36788 Thunder Storm nwtd ..............J T McInerney

2 66x Perfect Suggestion (5) 57.5............ J Parkes 3 Ringbolt (3) 57.5 ............................. K Myers 4 08. Tawera Nikau (6) 57.5 ................L Hemi (a2) 5 5x62 Celtic Cross (9) 55.5 .................... D Mo (a3) 6 48x Naki Girl (7) 55.5 .....................S McKay (a3) 7 New York Minute (1) 55.5 ..............D Bradley 8 Mime (4) 55.5 ................................L Allpress 9 Miss Oahu (2) 55.5 ..................... R Hannam 3 1.38pm CLARENDON HOTEL MDN HIGHWEIGHT $7000, MDN HWT, 1650m 1 02320 Evadir La Bala (12) 68 ...........L Kennedy (3) 2 0x630 Bigredmoon (2) 68 .....................N Quinn (3) 3 30x36 Okay Jack (6) 68 .............................G Walsh 4 706 One Of Three (4) 68 5 0 Dirty Bertie (10) 68................S Karnicnik (3) 6 067xP Exwhywhat (11) 68..........................M Cropp 7 x0x07 Hancock (7) 68....................... M McNelis (3) 8 0687x Last Trump h (13) 68 .......................M Gillies 9 0 White Face (9) 68............................ I Lupton 10 x0294 Jo So Fine (3) 66 ............................J Riddell

11 09579 Ash Palace (8) 66....................C Studd (2.5) 12 x00x8 Naked Truth (5) 66 .....M Gibbs-Manssen (3) 13 900x0 Unreel (1) 66 14 0P905 Flying Cossack 68 ........................ Scratched Emergencies: Unreel, Flying Cossack 4 2.13pm FOMS RATING 75 1650 $8000, Rating 75 Benchmark, 1650m 1 90267 Red King m (9) 59 ...........................J Riddell 2 34146 Hostage mb (4) 55.5 ...............S McKay (a3) 3 3978x Prestigiosa m (6) 55.5 ..................... K Myers 4 x8952 Royal Haze m (1) 55.5 ....................R Myers 5 88x95 King Nero tm (3) 54.5.......... M Dravitzki (a1) 6 010x6 McRae m (5) 54.5 ............................K Smith 7 x5211 Perfectlyenchanted td (8) 54 ....M Singh (a3) 8 82053 Phoenix Tycoon (2) 54 ..................L Allpress 9 x0260 Power Trip m (7) 54 ..................... R Hannam 5 2.48pm MCCARTHY TRANSPORT MAIDEN $7000, MDN, 1400m 1 0x452 Broken Belt b (4) 58.5 .......R Goldsbury (a3)

Christchurch dogs Today at Addington Raceway 3 5.23pm THURSDAY PLACE PICK DASH C3/4, 295m

1 87738 Stirling Dann nwtd C & ....................... Fagan 2 71631 Adroit 17.18.................................. L Waretini 3 x1845 Paperbond 17.16 J & ......................D Fahey 4 16784 Homebush Paige 17.33..........J T McInerney 5 11388 Unreliable Andy 17.35...............A Bradshaw 6 12666 Botany Win 17.32 ...................J T McInerney 7 68788 Sprinkles 17.23 ......................J T McInerney 8 34332 Chokehold 17.27 ........................D Stapleton 9 16876 Bellwave 17.20 ...........................D Stapleton 10 36788 Thunder Storm nwtd ..............J T McInerney 4 5.40pm POWER FARMING CANTERBURY SPRINT C3, 295m 1 12174 Token Ace 17.28 ............................... J Rush 2 151F7 Gossip Queen 17.18 .................A Bradshaw 3 77357 Giganaire 17.41 S &........................B Evans 4 72461 Homebush Ariel 17.42 ...........J T McInerney 5 47377 Charlie’s Choice 17.39 ...............D Stapleton 6 74657 Ohoka Coby 17.13 ....................... L Waretini 7 31342 Neddy Seagoon 17.29 ......................J Dunn 8 12514 Adjudicator 17.23 S & .....................B Evans 9 16876 Bellwave 17.20 ...........................D Stapleton 10 36788 Thunder Storm nwtd ..............J T McInerney 5 6.00pm CHRISTCHURCH CASINO STAKES C2, 520m 1 63425 Opawa Rob 30.42 L & ........................ Wales 2 13461 Birchbrook 30.51 ...........................R Adcock 3 31642 Plutonium 30.37 H & ...........................Taylor

4 33171 What I Like 30.59 ...................J T McInerney 5 58215 Opawa Kuru 30.41 L & ....................... Wales 6 32173 Know Neglect 30.77 .......................G Cleeve 7 57136 Blushing Belle 30.61 L & .................... Wales 8 12511 Chippa Lata 30.35.....................R Blackburn 9 36432 Boston Billy 30.69 H & ........................Taylor 10 25523 Elwood Sensation nwtd.............R Blackburn 6 6.30pm THE TURF BAR STAKES C3, 520m 1 18248 Goldstar Junior 30.58 S & ...............B Evans 2 5x745 Opawa Tania 30.58 L & ...................... Wales 3 51346 Opawa Kendal 30.38 L & ................... Wales 4 61351 Cawbourne Kenny 30.67..............C Roberts 5 24312 Goldstar Avery 30.24 S &................B Evans 6 F18x4 Kinloch Action 30.85 S & ................B Evans 7 28x43 Opawa Sam 30.70 L & ....................... Wales 8 42421 Cawbourne War 30.22 .................C Roberts 9 28754 Jessie Surfs 30.35 .......................C Roberts 10 37416 Om Nom Nom nwtd ...............J T McInerney 7 6.51pm I PAVE CONCRETE SPRINT C3/4, 295m 1 27375 Spider Girl 17.18 .............................. B Dann 2 52346 Idol Girl 17.16 L & .............................. Wales 3 26155 Homebush Chopper 17.25 .....J T McInerney 4 17662 Aiden Baxter 17.07 ................J T McInerney 5 41867 Goldstar Chumlee 17.27 S & ..........B Evans 6 14188 Look At Lucy 17.37 M & ...................... Smith 7 58444 Rick’s Terra 17.25 C & ........................ Fagan 8 48875 Puma Pants 17.02..................J T McInerney 9 16876 Bellwave 17.20 ...........................D Stapleton 10 36788 Thunder Storm nwtd ..............J T McInerney

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38312 Tina nwtd H & .....................................Taylor 12717 Calinda Girl 30.20 .....................A Bradshaw 52531 Karen’s Magic 30.69 .....................R Adcock 14452 Albie Jay 30.20 J & .........................D Fahey 41866 Culvie Magic 29.92 .......................R Adcock 64442 Elephant Gunn nwtd .....................R Adcock 63433 Zipping Sonny nwtd ...............J T McInerney 43176 Lagoon Belle 30.55 ......................C Roberts 25437 Opawa Diesel 30.61 L & .................... Wales 23881 Jewel Eagle 30.42 S & ....................B Evans 9 7.46pm GRAND NATIONAL RACING @ RICCARTON IN AUGUST DASH C5, 295m 1 62534 Zorba The Greek 17.26 ................... M Grant 2 33111 Inspector Spot 16.93 .................A Bradshaw 3 12715 Shadow Apache 17.11 J &..............D Fahey 4 15271 Gorilla On Drums 17.29 ...................A Joyce 5 34213 Smash Rumour 17.19 ..................... M Grant 6 42317 Starburst Terry 17.20....................... M Grant 7 23321 Brendan’s Puzzle 17.08 .....................C Weir 8 11624 Bump 17.01..................................C Roberts 9 13778 Homebush Rocky 17.19 .........J T McInerney 10 76335 Know Knowing 17.32 .....................G Cleeve 10 8.16pm SUPER PETS STAKES C5, 520m 1 57627 Opawa Stretch 30.32 L & ................... Wales 2 18321 Ugo Flash 30.18 J & .......................D Fahey 3 21235 Dream Collector 29.85 J & ..............D Fahey 4 12513 Flying Amelia 17.80 ...........................C Weir

63271 Lonesome Nitro 30.41..................C Roberts 22256 Opawa Rosie 29.96.......................... B Dann 22156 Know Class 30.12 ..........................G Cleeve 76152 Can’t Catch Tim 30.09 ..................R Adcock 11818 Homebush Howard 30.22 ......J T McInerney 61637 Magic Emily 30.15 H &........................Taylor 11 8.38pm CTV DASH C5, 295m 1 12826 Cawbourne Jelly 17.11 ......................C Weir 2 78321 Collecting Money 17.27 .................. M Grant 3 24433 Aniu 17.00 J &.................................D Fahey 4 15121 Rodriguez 17.10..................................A Lee 5 84321 Camside Gold 17.13 J & .................D Fahey 6 35116 Wheelchair Norm 17.01 .........J T McInerney 7 83842 Smash That 17.21 ........................... M Grant 8 43753 Zebidiah 17.02 ..........................A Bradshaw 9 23583 No Leaf Clover 17.09 .........................C Weir 10 6x176 Black Crow 17.57 ......................A Bradshaw 12 9.04pm LIVAMOL SPRINT C3/4, 295m 1 66461 About Town 17.30 ...............................A Lee 2 12753 Wunzee 17.39 ........................J T McInerney 3 58638 Red Hot Fury 17.32 M & ...................Jopson 4 14715 Brooke Davis 17.25 ...................... L Waretini 5 15355 Cawbourne Danial 17.25 ...................C Weir 6 27576 Botany Blake 17.77 ................J T McInerney 7 36267 Opawa Opal 17.20 L & ....................... Wales 8 64756 Homebush Kelso 17.04 ..........J T McInerney 9 16876 Bellwave 17.20 ...........................D Stapleton 10 36788 Thunder Storm nwtd ..............J T McInerney

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Ashburton Guardian

In brief

www.guardianonline.co.nz

Thursday, July 30, 2015

■ GOLF

Guildford viable? If Zac Guildford is able to get back to his best with the Waratahs next year, will any Kiwi sides think of the former All Black as the one who got away? Many pieces must fall into place before that tag is applied. First, Guildford and the Waratahs need to seal the deal, with the wing telling Radio Sport contract talks are yet to be finalised. Then, Guildford must find form and find a place in an impressive Waratahs backline. And finally, crucially, Guildford needs to escape the off-the-field issues that have plagued him in the past. - NZME

Children concussed Doctors in Sydney have raised the alarm about a dramatic rise in sport-related concussion in children, much of it not adequately assessed and treated. As professional sporting codes scramble to strengthen protocols for handling concussion amid concerns about possible longterm neural effects, children’s sport appears to be well behind. Sport-related concussion rates in children have risen by 60 per cent in the past decade, according to Professor Gary Browne from the Children’s Hospital at Westmead’s Institute of Sports Medicine. - AP

Honda apologises Honda has apologised to Casey Stoner after discovering a malfunctioning throttle was behind his crash in Sunday’s Suzuka 8-Hour endurance race. The former MotoGP world champion broke his right shoulder blade and fractured his left ankle in the spectacular accident at the prestigious Japanese event. The 29-year-old was leading when he came off his Honda on a hairpin bend, ending hopes of a win for his team MuSASHI RT HARC-PRO. It was Stoner’s first competitive twowheel race since his retirement in 2012. - AP

Push play Margaret Bean made the most of the perfect golfing conditions on Tuesday morning, teeing off at the Ashburton Golf Club.

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NZR eyes Chicago double-header New Zealand Rugby is considering matches in Chicago for the Maori All Blacks and All Blacks on successive nights next year. The Maori would begin the bonanza double-header against USA at Soldier Field on a Friday and the next night, the All Blacks would take centre-stage against Ireland in front of another capacity 61,500 audience. It’s an ambitious plan to build on the strong spectator and

commercial responses when the All Blacks played USA at the famous NFL arena on the way to Europe in 2014. The Wallabies are following a similar plan, stopping in Chicago en route to the World Cup this year and will play the Eagles at Soldier Field on September 5 before both teams leave for England. NZR chief executive Steve Tew said nothing had been confirmed on the All Blacks’ itin-

erary for the first week of November 2016 and the board was still working through a number of ideas. They hoped to make an announcement before the start of this year’s RWC. “The options are narrowing down and we hope it’s not long before we have something for you,” he said. He would not talk about any possible opponents for the All Blacks or the concept of a double-header with the Maori, however he conced-

ed NZR was looking to broaden the Maori fixture list. “We are looking at a programme which would involve some international fixtures for the Maori All Blacks rather than the one-off game we had offshore this year,” Tew added. NZR was keen to have the Maori side play in New Zealand, as they would in 2017 against the touring Lions, but the difficulty was finding the right opposition. - NZME

Diamonds wary The Diamonds admit arch-rivals New Zealand remain something of an “unknown quantity” nine days out from the Netball World Cup, despite their best research efforts on the new-look Silver Ferns. Defending champions Australia face Zealand in Sydney on Sunday week in their third pool match of the tournament - the first time the top two ranked nations have met so early due to a new World Cup format. But a Kiwi line-up markedly different from the one they defeated last year is a concern. - AP

Goodes rattled Sydney star Adam Goodes will not play against Adelaide this weekend after being given extended leave by the AFL club. Goodes is struggling to come to grips with the booing controversy that has engulfed the AFL since the Swans’ clash on Sunday against West Coast. He was given two days away from the club to gather himself after he was loudly booed by sections of the Eagles’ crowd - a reaction he and teammate Lewis Jetta considered racist. The veteran Swan is so upset by the furore, he is said to be considering his future in the game. - AP

Elliott wary of Zimbabwe’s home turf heroics New Zealand will be on guard when they face Zimbabwe in the opening ODI of their fourgame visit in Harare on Sunday. The short trip could trouble New Zealand, who are without four of their best players – including captain Brendon McCullum – who are either injured or recharging the batteries. They face a Zimbabwe side who are no strangers to troubling

more highly ranked teams in their own country. The Kiwis flew to Zimbabwe early yesterday, after blowing away the cobwebs against local selections in Potchefstroom. A T20 game was won by 73 runs and a 35-over knockabout by 114 runs on Tuesday. Opener Tom Latham followed his T20 unbeaten 60 off 39 balls with 51 off 56, Grant

Elliott rattled up 54 in 33 balls, and Luke Ronchi 32 off 19 deliveries. Legspinner Ish Sodhi (three for 27 off six overs) and leftarmer Ben Wheeler (3 for 23 off 6.3) came out best among the bowlers against a North West selection for whom Colin Munro whacked 50 off 40 balls against his teammates. “A lot of guys have been play-

ing cricket so it was good to get on our legs and into the rhythm before going to Zimbabwe,” Elliott said. “I have been on a diet of T20 cricket in England [for Leicestershire] so it was nice to bat a bit of time.” The Wellington veteran noted Zimbabwe’s recent series against India, which although lost 3-0, produced some useful form. - NZME

3085393. Starters: D. Simmons and K. Green. Please report by 9.45 am. No. 1 Tee. 10.00 P. Bell, V. Moore, C. Trott. 10.06 M. Urquhart, L. Wackrow, A. Grant. 10.12 D. Simmons, K. Green, A. Hunt. No. 7 Tee. 10.12 H. Robertson, S. Simpson, R. Bennett. 10.18 E. Porter, L. Small, H. Trott. No. 10 Tee. 10.00 S. Lemon, D. Hinton, B. Turton. 10.06 M. Bean, J. Dunlop, B. Watkins. 10. 12 F. Matsinger, J. McKeown, B. Cameron.10.18 E. Langford, W. Carter. August 6 Nine Hole Men and Women. Rnd 4

Heather Smith Trophy – stableford. Please report 9.45 am. Convenors: Ann Fleming 3084005 and Joy Nicholas 3084005. Club Captain: Jenny Williams 3082081

Barrie, A Pawsey. 12.36, B Kirdy, K Bishop, R Thompson, A Lilley 12.42, S Anderson, W Smith, A Pierce. No 10 Tee 12.30, B Smith, C Miller, A Millar, D Osborn. 12.36, T Clarke, B Collins, L Jackson, E Tulip. 12.42, P Marshall, P Hefford, D Allan, D Green. No 13 Tee. 12.30, J Beardsley, B Kirdy, M Moore, 12.36, J VanderHeide, S Lane, E Collins, M Whiting. No 7 Tee. 12.36, R Feutz, W Eddington, R Wards, R Bruce. 12.42, G Rennie, N Rayner, W Scott, C Whiting Starters am B Collins pm S Anderson, W Smith. Cards L Jackson.

SPORTS DRAWS DRAWS ■ Golf Ashburton Golf Club August 1 Weekend Ladies. LGU and Medal. Report 8.45 am. August 4 Mid-Week Ladies. LGU and Medal. Draw Steward: Kathryn Green

Tinwald Golf Club August 1 1st round of the Smitheram and Grant Trophies (3 of 3 gross and net). Morning players will have a clubhouse draw for an 8am start. Players are asked to report 15 minutes prior to tee off times. No 1 Tee. 12.30, S Kennedy, S Kircher, A

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WOMEN’S INSTITUTE REPORTS Chertsey-Pendarves Our July meeting was attended by a pleasing 18 members presided over by Janice Allen. Members enjoyed a pot-luck lunch before the meeting. Motto: “some people dream of great accomplishments; others stay awake and achieve them.” The Roll Call was “something I have kept from childhood”. Mrs Allen had much pleasure in presenting a Fifty-Year badge and flowers to Joan Wilkinson. The delegate to the 94th Conference in New Plymouth, Judy Vaughan’s report was read by Janice Allen. Members recently supplied and delivered posy bowls to Ward 6, even in June we surprised ourselves with our efforts. The raffle was won by Elizabeth Rankin. The birthday girls for July were Roma and Glenys. Members enjoyed a social time playing housie, thanks go to Jackie Rollinson for providing the sets.

Fairton July and our 84th birthday: how time flies! We had a very nice tasty meal at Lushington’s. One member joined us after lunch for the meeting and it was nice to see her. That meant 100 per cent attendance, well done! Motto; “a hug is a great gift, one size fits all”. The Roll Call was an exchange of magazines. Our president Barbara welcomed everybody and extended a special welcome to Yvonne Lister, our new buddy from executive. I’m sure she enjoyed her lunch with us. A brief stint of business, then a social time before we headed home.

Hinds On the July 9 we entertained 30 Foundation for the Blind members and their helpers, providing a lovely hot meal, followed by entertainment and afternoon tea. As it was their birthday they also cut the birthday cake. On July 21 we catered for the Lions Club Dinner meeting, then the following day, our institute celebrated its 85th birthday. We had a pot-luck lunch at Betty Wilson’s home, members supplying mains and the committee sweets. Thanks go to Val Goodridge for the lovely birthday cake. Prior to lunch a short meeting was held when Val read The Thought for the Day – “Sometimes the wrong things fall apart so the right things can come together.” Talcum powder, soap and flannels for a rest home were received as the Roll Call, and it was reported that eighteen posies were deliv-

ered to Ashburton Hospital. Our birthday girl this month was Colleen Hyde.

Netherby President Pauline welcomed 21 members and one visitor to a mid-winter pot luck finger food lunch. A moment’s silence was observed for a former Associate member, Joy Newton. The report of the national AGM was read by Pauline noting an increase of subs, from next year. Secretary Patsy read the Federation newsletter, and Elaine Busby read the Golden Threads; a poem from the “Red Hat” Ladies. Birthdays were celebrated by four members. In the competitions the Northchurch Trophy was won by Nellie Burrows and the Moylan Trophy by Joan Campbell. With the formalities over, we participated in some old-fashioned games. Out came the Ludo, Snakes and Ladders, Draughts, Pick-up sticks, and Connect, and we pitted our wits against each other with a great deal of fun. A cuppa with a gold coin donation for Alzheimers Society concluded the afternoon.

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Rakaia The July meeting fell on a freezing day. We were very lucky to have Niven Murch who writes the gardening page for the Rakaia News as our speaker. He told us of his early love for gardening and gave us lots of hints and suggestions, all derived from his own experience. The Roll Call was “two things I enjoy doing for pleasure” and nearly all of us voted gardening as one choice. Niven kindly invited us to hold a meeting in his own beautiful prize-winning garden, something to look forward to. The Monica Johnston trophy was won by Pat Duncan.

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My, how this year has flown. We celebrated our 84th birthday: a great milestone. Seven members enjoyed lunch at the Stables. Then for the meeting, Judy kindly opened her home. President Joy extended a warm welcome then read the Federation newsletter. Competition entries and items for the Eisteddfod were finalised, and there will be two teams for Quizco. Three cars and runners will deliver Meals on Wheels on August 11. WI’s Indoor Bowls at the McNally Street Stadium will be held in August. Our raffles were won by Joy and Yvonne. Afternoon tea was enjoyed with Joy cutting our birthday cake, and an informal chat ended a pleasant afternoon.

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■ Golf Mayfield Golf Club July 28 Ladies Division Championships 1st & 2nd Round - Trish Corbett beat Anne-Maree Blair;Stroke Round - Judy Webb 93-15-78, Jan Clucas 95-16-79 c/b Lal Mulligan 10526-79;ALT nearest pin 5 & 14 - not struck;Hastings McLeod Property Brokers Marilyn Cross 2nd shot 2 & 11 Jan Clucas 0-29, Helen Rapsey 30+

Tinwald Golf Club July 28 Women’s Division Competition Medal .Silver Judith Smith 94 19 75 Bronze 1 Trish Clarke 94 20 74 Bronze 2 Lesley Glassey 102 28 74 Bronze 3 Bev Jackson nett 77 Nearest the Pin’s No 2 Dairy Business Centre Phylis Smith No 6 Stables Restaurant Colleen Linney No 12 Mac& Maggies Linda Mc Clea No 16 Outdoor Adventure Maddy Smith Two’s Colleen Linney Joyce Van der Heide Nine Hole Competition Nancy Costin 65 24 41

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July 25 South Island Inter Association shoot for the Andrew and Faulkner Shield, held at Alexandra Won by East Otago 1912.121, from Marlborough 2901.121, Southland 2893.76, Ashburton 2889.112, Christchurch 2887.115, Geraldine 2877.110, Ashley 2870.110, Nelson 2865.93, Central Otago 2852.93, North Otago 2852.87, South Otago 2847.89, Ellesmere 2832.95, North Canterbury 2793.77, Timaru 2790.69. Ashburton, in fourth place of fourteen teams scores. Phillippa Fleming 191.6, 94.1, Carl Nordqvist 195.8,

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98.4, Steve McArthur 194.7, 94.2, Greg Menzies 191.6, 95.3, Martin Fleming 193.9, 95.5, Hailey Beevor 194.12, 96.3, Sandy Collett 195.9, 97.4, Robbie Hewitt 195.7, 95.1, T J Stewart 193.7, 95.1, total 2889.112. Emergencies, Lanelle McArthur 198.13, 99.5, Dave Millichamp 195.8, 95.1. Junior teams match was won by East Otago 1441.51, from Ashburton 1429.51, Marlborough 1416.48, Ashley 1416.47, and Nelson 1404.38. Ashburton Junior scores, Hailey Beevor 194.12, 96.3, Phillippa Fleming 191.6, 94.1, Lanelle McArthur 198.13, 99.5, Jayden Collett 191.5, 91.1, Megan Snowden 179.2, 96.3, total 1429.51. July 27 Mt Somers Club Brent Frame 98.4, 97.2, Jakob Smith 94.4, 82.1, Mark smith 91.1, 89, Andrew Oram 97.2, 96.6, Sid Stewart 99.4, 97.5, 94.4, Greg Barnaby 80, Alex Barnaby 81.2, Ross Richards 88.1, 86.1, Douglas Richards 91, Dave Millichamp 97.2, 96.5, 94.3, Wayne Tubb 90.2. Mayfield Club John Fleming 97.3, 96.5, Nicholas McDowell 78, Robert Spencer 87, James Spencer 55, Ben Williams 90, 85, Daniel Gould 68, 58, Hamish Kirk 76, Mellissa Verney 94.3, 98.4, Thomas Corbett 88.1, Adrian Holden 87, Ben Nordqvist 93.1, Will Boyd 58, Martin Williams 92.1, Bryce 77, Carl Nordqvist 95.2, 98.5, Martin Fleming 100.6, 100.7, Andrew Donaldson 93.2, Alan Wakelin 95.2.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Sale of and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Section 101 J & T Sheppard Limited has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Ashburton for the renewal of an off-licence in respect of the premises situated at 75 Moore St, Ashburton known as New World Ashburton The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is a SUPERMARKET. The days on which and the hours during which liquor is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday (inclusive) between the hours of 7.00am and 11.00pm. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of The Ashburton District Licensing Committee, 5 Baring Square West, Ashburton. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes 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 the Secretary of the Ashburton District Licensing Committee, PO Box 94, Ashburton. No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than the matter specified in section 105 (1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than the matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. This is the second publication of this notice. The first publication was on July 23, 2015.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Sale of and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Section 101 Ashburton Golf Club (Inc), Golf Links Road, Ashburton 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 Golf Links Road, Ashburton known as Ashburton Golf Club (Inc). The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is a Golf Club. The days on which and the hours during which liquor is sold under the licence are: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 10am - 10pm Tuesday 10am - 10pm extended to midnight during the period of daylight saving. Friday and Saturday 11am - 12 midnight. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of The Ashburton District Licensing Committee, 5 Baring Square West, Ashburton. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes 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 the Secretary of the Ashburton District Licensing Committee, PO Box 94, Ashburton. No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than the matter specified in section 105 (1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than the matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.f

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Methodist Church, cnr Archibald and Jane Street, Tinwald. 9.30am - 12.30pm ASHBURTON TOY LIBRARY INC. Open Thursday and Saturday mornings www.toylibrary. ashburtononline.co.nz/ Methodist Church Hall, Baring Square East. 9.30am - 1.30pm ASHBURTON BAPTIST CHURCH. Second time around Op-shop. Cnr Cass Street and Havelock Street. 10.00am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Fit kidz, 48 Allens Road, Allenton. 10.00am METHVEN HERITAGE CENTRE. New Zealand Alpine and Agriculture Encounter, interactive fun for all ages. Main Street, Methven.

10.00am- 11.00am 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. 10.45am M.S.A. TAI CHI. Stretching exercises for all abilities, Social hall, Havelock Street. 1.00pm - 3.00pm ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM. A great selection of may aircraft from past to the future. Ashburton airport, Seafield Road.

1.15pm WAIREKA CROQUET CLUB. Mahjong - no counting, beginners welcome. Waireka Club rooms, Philip Street. 1.30pm M.S.A. PETANQUE CLUB. Club Day, new members very welcome. M.S.A. Sports Grounds, 115 Racecourse Road. 7.00pm ASHBURTON R.S.A. DARTS SECTION. Section night, all welcome. Doris Linton Lounge, R.S.A. Cox Street. 7.30pm GLENYS’ DANCE GROUP. Old time /Sequence dancing. Learn to dance, all welcome. Pipe Band Hall, Creek Road.

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St Andrews Anglican Church, Cnr Thomson and Jane Street, Tinwald. 10.00am METHVEN HERITAGE CENTRE. New Zealand Alpine and Agriculture Encounter. Main Street, Methven. 1.00pm - 3.00pm

ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM. A great selection of many aircraft from the past to the future. Ashburton Airport, Seafield Road. 1.00pm - 4.00pm ASHBURTON FAMILY HISTORY GROUP. New rooms open for research.

Ground floor, Heritage Centre, West Street. 7.00pm - 9.00pm MID CANTERBURY NEWCOMERS NETWORK. Settling in evening, family and friends welcome, supply a small plate of food. Doris Linton Lounge, R.S.A. Cox Street.

9.30am M.S.A. TAI CHI. Beginners refresher and learning. Social Hall, Havelock Street. 9.30am - 11.00am BALMORAL HALL LINEDANCERS. Classes. 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 6.00am 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.

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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC Across 2. Cigar 5. Cash 7. Drop 8. Eviction 9. Dissents 11. Able 12. Characterised 15. Fang 17. Coldness 19. Compiled 21. Bags 22. Wean 23. Sings Down 1. Tarnish 2. Cup 3. Green 4. Reissue 5. Cat 6. Shoal 10. Shrug 11. Asian 13. Cockles 14. Ensigns 16. Above 18. Laden 20. Pun 21. Bus

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QUICK ACROSS 1. Rowdy (7) 5. Throbbed (5) 8. Distinguish (13) 9. Go wrong (3) 10. Plural for aquatic game birds (9) 12. Irritated (6) 13. Malice, spitefulness (6) 15. Valuable (9) 16. Bound (3) 18. Shame (13) 20. Silly person (5) 21. Naturists (7)

DOWN 1. Escarpment (5) 2. Memorable (13) 3. Get the better of (9) 4. Detective (6) 5. Insect (3) 6. Turned upside down (4,4,5) 7. Brood (5,2) 11. Kept under control (9) 12. Stop from happening (7) 14. Get (6) 17. Tracks (5) 19. Modern music genre (3)

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YOUR STARS ARIES (MAR 21-APR 19): Even the proudest individual usually has at least one person he or she looks up to. That’s the one you need to connect with to influence the egomaniac in your life. TAURUS (APR 20-MAY 20): There’s an easy fix for the flat times in an all-too-familiar relationship. Forget about pesky details, and focus on creating a bubble of together time that shuts out the world. GEMINI (MAY 21-JUN 21): Fear is only what you think, not what is. Writing your fear down or talking it over with a reasonable friend will help you see just how silly a certain fear is. You’ll laugh and then let it go. CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 22): Passivity is not weakness. Nine times out of 10, an assertive response is overkill. Today you’ll win friends and fans while doing what the situation requires and no more than that. LEO (JUL 23-AUG 22): Remember when you didn’t know you were on speakerphone and you accidentally said things not meant for certain company? Well, today brings the chance to rectify that, or at least to not make the same mistake twice. VIRGO (AUG 23-SEP 22): Familiarity can blind you to how someone really is. That’s why spending time with outsiders can have an enormously (in your case pleasantly) enlightening effect. LIBRA (SEP 23-OCT 23): There will be applications for your artistry all day long. For instance, your manner of dress delights the eye, and you arrange your table like you’re going to paint a still life picture of it – lovely! SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 21): Vulnerability may repel some people, but it attracts the right people. Because you’re brave enough to be honest about what you’re going through, you’ll find what you’re looking for. SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22-DEC 21): The things you worry about seldom happen. However, it still benefits you to prepare for the worst-case scenario. For starters, it makes you grateful for the positive way things pan out. CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 19): Someone would have you believe that today’s opportunity is as rare as a yellow diamond. False! So put back your money, ask questions, poke around. There’s no need to be too precious in your approach. AQUARIUS (JAN 20-FEB 18): People insist on making simple things more complicated, such as fear of boredom, an aversion to silence or a desperate need to avoid self-confrontation. PISCES (FEB 19-MAR 20): The mystical “third eye” is what you’re using to see the truth about a relationship. You are also, perhaps unknowingly, applying a “third ear” to pick up the song in your loved one’s heart.

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MARSHALL, Marion Esther – Passed away suddenly at home on July 29, 2015. Aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Graham. Much loved and cherished mother and mother in law of Jude Stara, Pete and Diana, Raewyn and Roger Bruce. Dearly loved and adored nana of Debbie and Cam, Brad; Matt and Millie, Adam and Clare, Kim and Jim; Michael and Amanda, and Hannah and Richard. Dearly loved great nana of Jaden, Rian, and Macy. Funeral details to follow. Paterson’s Funeral Services FDANZ Ashburton Ph 307 7433

CORNWALL, Leslie Henry – Registration No. 11367 All R.S.A members are invited to assemble at the Lawn Cemetery. At 2pm, Thursday, July 30. Maurice Baker, President

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6:30 Pukoro 2 7am Dora Matatoa 2 7:30 Penguins Of Madagascar 2 8am Pukana 2 8:30 Te Kaea 2 9am F Unsung Heroes Of Maori Music 9:30 Kai Time On The Road 3 10am Korero Mai 3 2 11am Toku Reo 3 2 Noon Korero Mai 3 2 1pm Toku Reo 3 2 2pm Ako 3 2 3pm Kai Time On The Road 3 3:30 Pukoro 2 4pm Dora

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6:30 The Legend Of Hercules MV 2014 Action Fantasy. Kellan Lutz, Gaia Weiss. 8:10 Parker 16VL 2013 Action. Jason Statham, Jennifer Lopez. 10:05 As Above, So Below MVL 2014 Horror. Perdita Weeks, Ben Feldman, Edwin Hodge. 11:40 Baggage Claim MS 2013 Comedy. Paula Patton, Taye Diggs. 1:20 Jackass Presents – Bad Grandpa 16LS 2013 Comedy. Johnny Knoxville. 3:05 The Legend Of Hercules MV 2014 Action Fantasy. Kellan Lutz, Gaia Weiss. 4:45 Think Like A Man Too MS 2014 Comedy. Adam Brody, Meagan Good. 6:30 Deliver Us From Evil 16VLC 2014 Horror. Eric Bana, Edgar Ramirez. 8:30 Gone Girl 16VLS 2014 Thriller. Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike. 11pm Grudge Match MVL 2013 Comedy. Robert De Niro, Sylvester Stallone.

12:30 Deadly Affairs M Burned by Desire. 1:30 Crimes That Shook The World M 2:30 Game Of Pawns M 3am Deadliest Catch PG 4am Man v Wild PG Patagonia. 5am Dirty Jobs PG Bio-Diesel-Man.

12:55 Biography – Jennifer Aniston PG 1:45 The Bag Man 18VLS 2014 Thriller. 3:35 Deliver Us From Evil 16VLC 2014 Horror. 5:35 Shadow Witness MC 2012 Thriller.

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MOVIES GREATS 6:50 Legally Blonde PGS 2001 Comedy. Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson. 8:25 Hancock MVL 2008 Action. Will Smith, Jason Bateman. 10am The Ugly Truth 16LS 2009 Romantic Comedy. Katherine Heigl, Gerard Butler. 11:35 27 Dresses PGL 2008 Romantic Comedy. Katherine Heigl, James Marsden. 1:25 Johnny English PGV 2003 Comedy. Rowan Atkinson, John Malkovich, Natalie Imbruglia. 2:55 X-Men – The Last Stand MVL 2006 Action. Patrick Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, Anna Paquin. 4:40 Legally Blonde 2 PGL 2003 Comedy. Reese Witherspoon, Sally Field. 6:15 The Mask Of Zorro MVL 1998 Adventure. Antonio Banderas, Catherine ZetaJones, Anthony Hopkins. 8:30 High Fidelity MLS 2000 Romantic Comedy. John Cusack, Catherine Zeta Jones. 10:25 Thor MV 2011 Action.

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6am Rugby League – Super League (Highlights) St Helens v Hull KR. 6:30 Rugby League – Super League (Highlights) Hull FC v Wigan Warriors. 7am NRL 360 8am Sterlo – On The Couch 9am Red Bull Global Rallycross 11:30 Motorcycling – Road Racing Series (Highlights) Billown – Part One. 12:30 Cricket – The Ashes (Highlights) England v Australia – Third Test, Day One. 1pm Rugby League – NRL (Highlights) Warriors v Sea Eagles. 1:30 The After Match 2pm Motorsport – World Rally Championship Preview 2:30 Motorsport – TCR International Series 3pm Crash 3:30 #SkySpeed 4pm Motorsport – World Rally Championship Preview 4:30 Motorcycling – Road Racing Series (Highlights) Billown – Part One. 5:30 Motorcycling – Road Racing Series (Highlights) Billown – Part Two. 6:30 Motorsport – AMA Motocross (Highlights) Washougal National. 7:30 Super League – Boots ’n’ All 8:30 NRL 360 9:30 Big Weekend With Matty Johns 10:30 NRL Footy Show

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Ashburton College defender Ashlee Strawbridge defends Hampstead’s Tayler Cousins during an earlier premier netball match.

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Tonight’s premier netball clash will see second-seed Hampstead go up against top-of-the-table Ashburton College. Hampstead came away with a win during the first week of premier netball’s third round, but unfortunately suffered a three-point loss to Celtic last week. Hampstead coach Cindy Meadows said her team is hoping to come up on the right side of the scoreboard tonight. “Really, every game this round is so important and it’s vital to

have a good game,” she said. Meadows said this week’s strategy was the same as previous weeks – build confidence, work as a team and commit to the game plan. The team has also been hampered by injury – particularly knee and wrist issues - but Meadows has her fingers crossed the team will remain in full health for the rest of the season. “We have had quite a few injuries but I think we are on the other side of it … touch wood,” she said. Meadows said the team is looking forward to facing off

against the unbeaten College side tonight, and know it will be a good game. “We have played them a couple of times now and we haven’t been entirely happy with our performances in the past games, we’ll be just hoping to get out there and execute the game that we’ve got in our heads of what we need to play,” she said. The two teams faced off in the last week of round one, Hampstead taking out the game 40-24 against a depleted College side. However, in the first week of round two, College fought back with a 40-19 victory over the

blue and golds. College coach Angela Mitchell said she too is looking forward to the game, and hopes the match starts smoothly. Last week College got off to a rough start against United – at one point during the first quarter College were trailing 6-0. However, they managed to turn the tables and came away with a 3224 win. “This week I think we’ve settled back in to netball after time off [and] we want a much crisper start,” she said. College have also been preoccupied with the Canterbury sec-

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ondary schools’ SuperNet competition, which started back up again last week after a two-week break. The young side won their match against Villa last Wednesday. Last night College played Rangiora and had yet another win, 39-27. In the other premier games tonight United meet top-of-thetable Methven and Celtic play Rakaia. In Senior A, College Y9A play off against Celtic B, College B go up against Hampstead B and Collegiate and Allenton face off.