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In Ashburton for this week’s Netball New Zealand development camp are coaches (from left) Geni Tuilagi, Pelesa Semu, Irene van Dyk, Anna Galvan, Te Aroha Keenan, Rebecca Gabel and Abbey McKenzie.

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Local facilities praised by former Ferns

By Adam Burns adam.b@theguardian.co.nz

One of the country’s top netball coaches has praised the facilities in Ashburton during a national development camp this week.

Netball New Zealand has brought the first of its three development camps to Mid Canterbury where 25 up-and-comers from the South Island are receiving expert training from some of the best in the business.

The coaching team is headed up by former Silver Fern and current New Zealand Secondary Schools coach Te Aroha Keenan and assistant Pelesa Semu (Central Pulse/New Zealand Secondary Schools).

Other illustrious names lending a hand this week on the coaching staff include former

Ferns’ stars Irene van Dyk and Anna Galvan.

The Mid Canterbury town held fond memories for Keenan.

“I’ve loved Ashburton,” she said.

“I was a schoolgirl coach and we won two New Zealand Secondary Schools’ titles down here with Mount Albert Grammar.

“It’s a lovely facility (EA Networks Centre) and a lovely place.

“It’s a perfect place for this kind of camp.”

A total of 85 players from around the country are being schooled in the programme which has been split into three factions.

Two further camps will be held in Auckand and Palmerston North in which players would be considered for New Zealand Secondary Schools’ se-

lection. “It’s an introduction to them into the high performance pathway for netball,” Keenan said.

“Some of these girls haven’t been introduced to high performance or anything like that before so it’s an opportunity for us to share with them the needs if you’re looking to be a Silver Fern or looking to play for New Zealand at an age group level.”

NetballSmart officers have also been on deck during the camp observing how players were training.

The ACC-led injury prevention programme is receiving a $3.6 million funding boost over the next three years following an announcement in November.

Another ex-Silver Fern, Jodi Brown, who now works as an educator at Drug Free Sport New Zealand, also provided a

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talk to squad members during the camp’s opening day on Wednesday.

“Hopefully they’ll go away from this camp and will have some information as to what they need to do to go further and that’s the great thing,” Keenan said.

The prolific coach urged local netballers who were eager to make the step up to be proactive.

“It’s you against you,” she said.

“You can do the work, there’s a lot of stuff online, you listen to your coaches, you apply yourself.

“It’s not just in the trainings the coaches do, it’s the stuff you do away from the coaches and if you’re committed to improving your skills then you just need to apply yourself.

“The rest takes care of itself.”

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NEWS 3

Family farm comes full circle

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our generations have farmed on John Totty’s 465-hectare property at Staveley, with Jersey cows featuring prominently throughout the years.

The Staveley Jerseys stud was founded by John’s grandfather, a passionate Jersey breeder, in the early 1960s. Back then the farm milked 150 cows and ran dairy replacements, sheep, beef, and crop.

When John’s parents took over the business the farm was expanded, purchasing a neighbouring property in 1995 which was converted the following year.

A Friesian herd was purchased and for 20 years the property supported a 750-cow herd while continuing to run young stock.

In 2015 John purchased the dry-land farm, which today milks 1000 cows across two sheds with young stock grazed off-farm. Seven years ago, the farm was 50:50 Jersey and Friesian genetics, today the farm is about 70 per cent Jersey genetics and breeding back towards a full Jersey herd.

John says the transition to Jerseys has been an easy decision.

“Every season we have increased the Jersey content of the herd and managed to hold or increase per cow production without any farm system changes.

This season we have increased production by 15 per cent while only increasing cow numbers by 10 per cent.”

John says the ultimate goal is to achieve efficient, profitable production.

“We are aiming to get to the point where we produce a kilogram of milksolids for every kilogram of liveweight, while keeping farm working expenses under $4.

“Seven years ago, with a 50 per cent Friesian herd, we were doing 265,000 kilograms of milksolids, now we are achieving 385,000 kilograms of milksolids with a predominantly Jersey herd, at a lower cost. As a bonus, our Fonterra cheque is always ahead of the company average too.”

The flexibility of Jerseys was reinforced in John’s first year on the farm when a severe drought forced the herd on to once-a-day (OAD) in December.

“The Jerseys powered through, but the Friesians sulked and had to go back on twice a day when the drought broke to get their appetites up.

Staveley farmer, John Totty.

“Jerseys will hold production through tough times, and recover a lot quicker in autumn.”

Up until this season the farm had previously split the herds by breed, but this year, for the first time, the herds have been split

by BW.

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sires followed by four weeks of Jersey bulls and two weeks of short gestation dairy. Whereas the jersey bulls go straight out with the lower BW herd meaning we are only doing AB through one shed.”

John says the flexibility of the

We are aiming to get to the point where we produce a kilogram of milksolids for every kilogram of liveweight, while keeping farm working expenses under $4.

“Mixed herds didn’t work well with big Friesians. Over time we have achieved more consistency in size through the use of jersey artificial breeding (AB) sires and the sale or culling of higher Friesian content animals, and that has enabled us to split herds by BW instead.

“It has really simplified the operation. The top herd is mated to AB for six weeks using Jersey

Jersey breed also includes the adaptability to variable milking intervals.

“One of our business goals was to move to a 10-in-7 system – that is 10 milkings in 7 days, a variation of 16-hour milkings, but with more convenient milking times for staff. This season is our first employing the 10-in-7 system full season.

“Jerseys have around a 30-hour

holding capacity versus a Friesian at around 20-hours, and this is a big advantage when using variable milking intervals.”

In John’s business, the Jersey advantage extends beyond just efficiency and profitability to management traits like calving ease, animal health, and mastitis.

“Jerseys have tremendous calving ease – we averaged one assisted calving per week this season. We also have very few down cows, and often they are our older F16 girls that are more prone to metabolic issues.

“This season we had just four cases of clinical mastitis in August and thirty cases total over calving. Our somatic cell count is currently sitting around 100,000.

“All of these factors contribute to reduced animal health costs, reduced labour costs, and more manageable hours for staff.”

Jerseys have also been key to cash flow in the business, with a ready market in the South Island for surplus stock.

“There is a good market for Jersey bulls with everyone using them over their heifers due to the superior calving ease. We also sell our young empty cows as

carryovers, as well as our lower production worth (PW) animals, bringing through higher breeding worth (BW) replacements that better meet our herd goals.

“We’ve even had instances where people have come to look at our surplus Friesian or crossbred stock and ended up buying our surplus Jerseys because of their breeding worth, type and proven efficiency.”

The Jersey cow is also gaining a growing reputation for its lower environmental footprint. In the South Island where wintering practices have come under the spotlight, a lighter cow could be beneficial.

“In our business the environmental picture is becoming more and more important, particularly around pugging and winter grazing.”

“We always try to have an eye to the future and a lighter cow that has less impact on the soil structure could be critical going forward.”

It’s that foresight that has seen the business go from strength to strength and build on the foundations set over the past four generations.

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NZSO to break new ground in town

By Malcolm Hopwood The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra is coming to Ashburton for probably the first time.

While Ashburton Trust Event Centre Manager, Roger Farr, hasn’t checked every venue since the orchestra was established in the late 1940s, he’s confident it’s never visited Mid Canterbury before.

The NZSO plus actors and dancers from the Royal New Zealand Ballet will present Stravinsky’s The Soldier’s Tale at the Event Centre on March 7 at 2pm.

Roger Farr is delighted. “It’s a first for Ashburton and a chance to hear New Zealand’s finest orchestra without having to travel out of town,” he says.

“If we get a great response from Mid Canterbury people, I’m sure the NZSO will consider coming again.”

Roger will take the opportunity to talk to the orchestra’s management while they’re here about establishing an ongoing relationship so the NZSO can return.

“We have a venue which has the capacity to house 120 musicians on stage so we can cater for an orchestra the size of the NZSO,” he says.

The Soldier’s Tale is described as a “pocket-sized theatre piece” written by Stravinsky in 1918 “to be read, played and danced.” It tells the story of a soldier who makes a deal with the devil. In exchange for the soldier’s magic violin, the devil will grant his every wish.

Ashburton born and raised tenor, Simon O’Neill performing with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.

The work is based on a Russian folk tale and gave Stravinsky the chance to feature all his

favourite musical influences including the tango, waltz, ragtime, klezmer, church chorales

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and the paso doble.

The orchestral members will be conducted by Hamish

McKeich with dancers from the Royal New Zealand Ballet, directed by Sara Brodie.

Like having a party, on stage

By Malcolm Hopwood Ellie Lawn is serious about turning her hobby into her career.

Ellie took part in last week’s Mid Canterbury Summer Singing School and, at the end of the showcase concert, was awarded one of two scholarships.

“I was surprised, delighted and overwhelmed and it made me realise that music could be a career option,” she said.

Ellie (17) and, in her final year at Ashburton College, has attended the summer school for seven years. The buzz is taking part and being a member of the ensemble singing.

Each of the 100 participants receive their music in December and were required by director, Jo Castelow and choreographer, Julia Bell, to be familiar with the repertoire by the time they came together in January.

This year Ellie’s challenge was to learn a montage of songs from

Beauty And the Beast, Spring Awakening, the movie, Moulin Rouge, a new show based on the life of Harriet Tubman and popular music from such mega composers as Elton John.

“I love how ensemble singing sounds and I’m comfortable singing the alto or second soprano parts,” Ellie says. “It’s good to be versatile.”

Ellie loved performing alongside other experienced young people from throughout Canterbury, all dedicated to performance.

“The first two days we rehearsed the music with Jo, then Julia choreographed the Moulin Rouge soundtrack. On the third and fourth days we rehearsed on the Event Centre stage, both music and movement,” she says.

The final day focused on a dress and technical rehearsal and then the show, entitled Moving Towards the Future, at night.

“I felt nervous but it went pretty well. I was excited. It was like having a party on stage but with everyone watching,” Ellie commented. “It was really fun to sing with the other performers using lots of energy.”

But most of all Ellie knew she was learning. “Every time I do a show I get more confident,” she explains.

At the end of the showcase performance, she was awarded a monetary scholarship to further her singing and performance. “I guess I got it because of my versatility and reliability,” Ellie explains but both Jo and Julia saw something more in her talent.

This year she’s going to concentrate on both individual and ensemble singing and study for her Grade 8 Trinity College exam. Ellie is keeping her options open when she leaves college but furthering her musical talent is close to the top of the list.

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NEWS 5

Groundwater drives coastal erosion

By Jonathan Leask jonathan.l@theguardian.co.nz

International scientists have put the Ashburton coastline under the microscope and found that groundwater flow and seepage can form large gullies along coastal cliffs in a matter of days, according to a recently-published paper.

An international team of scientists from Malta, Germany, Romania, New Zealand and USA has used drones and satellite imagery to monitor a stretch of coastline south-east of Ashburton.

They found that gullies up to 30m in length can develop in less than a week.

Field observations and numerical models have shown that groundwater plays a key role in forming these gullies, by either eroding tunnels or triggering landslides.

There is an average of one gully every 250m along the Canterbury coastline, and their formation leads to the loss of precious agricultural land.

Similar coastal gullies have been documented in South Taranaki, as well as other countries such as the USA, Japan, and Brazil. When and where coastal gullies form can be partly predicted.

The study has shown that gullies form when more than 40mm of rain falls per day, and that they are preferentially located above buried, old river channels.

The study was led by Professor Aaron Micallef from the University of Malta’s Department of Geosciences, and is an outcome of the MARCAN project, which is funded by the European Research Council.

It extends up to 60 kilometres from the coastline and may be as large as two hundred cubic kilometres of water, which is equivalent to half the volume of groundwater across Canterbury.

In 2020 the scientists announced they had discovered an extensive body of freshwater beyond the Canterbury coast of New Zealand and mapped its structure in 3D. The freshwater is in sediments just 20 metres below the seafloor, making it one of the shallowest in the world.

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An international team of scientists has used drones and satellite imagery to monitor a stretch of coastline near Ashburton. coastline and may be as large as two hundred cubic kilometres of water, which is equivalent to half the volume of groundwater across Canterbury.

The freshwater system exhibits complex variations in shape and salinity across its entire extent, which made it challenging to map.

The freshwater is derived from rainfall and is partly being replenished at present by groundwater flow from the coastline between Timaru and Ashburton.

However, the majority of the freshwater became trapped offshore during the last three Ice Ages, when sea level was more than a hundred metres lower than it is today.

The finding, and the method of discovery, was seen to be important in view of the potential use of offshore freshwater systems as a new source of drinking water, the management of coastal aquifers that extend offshore, and the role they play in the chemistry and biology of the ocean.

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Trump’s speech only a week too late

By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

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o say that American politics over the past few years has been a comedy of errors might be an understatement. But one decision made in the past fortnight by the soon-to-be former president of the United States of America might have been the biggest of them all.

Donald Trump’s apparent endorsement of activity inside the Capitol last week was the straw that broke the camel’s back for many of even his most ardent followers.

Surprising, considering the long list of other failings and misgivings from the one-term leader in the past few years.

But encouraging, or at least being seen to encourage, violence on such an important part of American history was a step too far for most, and as the days go by more and more people will raise their hand and point the finger firmly at someone who they once believed to be the messiah.

It was Trump’s biggest opportunity to gain a little respect from a majority who have quite clearly had enough of him. By standing tall and admonishing protestors storming the Capitol and inciting violence on anyone who tried to stop them – he could have walked through the next two weeks with his head held a little higher.

But no, firing blanks from the safety of a social media account was deemed the better course of action and ultimately it will see the final axe reverberate as he’s marched out of the White House next week.

Yesterday’s decision to impeach the president for a second time should have come as no surprise. But what was shocking was that no less than an hour after the decision was reached Trump fronted the cameras and said all the things he should have said more than a week ago.

That he never even mentioned the impeachment shows that he’s still got his head stuck in the clouds and over time it will become clearly evident even to someone so obnoxiously selfish just how damaging those decisions will be for him, his businesses, brand and bank accounts.

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OPINION 7

Downhill date day W

ednesday is date day for Manda and I. I must confess and take a fair chunk of the blame, that it has slipped somewhat down the romance ladder.

In the past we have gone on day trips away, grabbing a bite to eat before an afternoon of mountain biking. We have gone out for lunch before catching a movie at the Regent Cinema. We even had a sports theme running for a time, including everything from snooker to archery.

This Wednesday we went shopping at Mitre 10, The Warehouse and Postie Plus. Nothing against those stores, but I’m sure you’ll agree they are not high on the list of romantic hotspots Mid Canterbury has to offer.

‘Date day’ has pretty much morphed into ‘Get things done

By Phill Hooper

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day’. But before you relegate me to a lost cause status, we did pop into Robilliards to redeem a voucher.

While there, Mark enquired how our holiday break at Rangi was.

“I hope you’re going to write about it in this week’s column, you will have your loyal readers sitting on tenterhooks waiting to hear if the move across the camping ground was a success.”

I must confess I was gobsmacked.

Not that Mark could actually

read, but that he thought I would have some loyal readers and that they would remember the details of one of my columns (as he did) several weeks after it was used to clean the windows.

Insert Hoops’ Handy Hint: Newsprint and warm water do a great job on the windows, just make sure there’s no direct sunlight at the time.

So was the camping ground move a success? I turned to Manda with a hopeful look after Mark repeated the question.

“Well, it was a lot dustier this year,” she said.

As much as I didn’t want to, I had to nod in agreement, with a semi-defeated look, much like a schoolboy who’d just been rejected when asking a girl to dance at the disco.

“But apart from that it was a

success,” she said.

Boom! The girl at the disco had changed her mind and I was marching with chest puffed out towards the D Floor.

I was chuffed to hear Manda say that, I thought it had worked out really well.

The weather was pretty kind to us over the couple of weeks all in all. When it got really hot and I’m only talking mid 20s but because it was sheltered, the heat was accentuated, we sat under the huge macrocarpa in front of our site.

When the cold easterly breezed in off the sea, we didn’t feel it as we had shelter from the hedge directly behind our site.

Thank god there were no gusty nor’wests!

The fishing, on the other hand, was nowhere near as successful.

The only successful catches were

catch-ups with Gary Strachan who generously made sure I had a sample of whitebait, smoked eel, elephant fish and rig this season.

On a positive note, at least I didn’t go driving a couple of hundred metres up the beach with my rod on the back of the bike and line still in the water.

There’s always next year though.

Till next week, Hoo Roo Phill Hooper Disco reject Phill Hooper is the breakfast host of Ashburton’s Hokonui radio station. The views expressed in this column are his and do not reflect the opinion of his employer or the Ashburton Guardian.

Enthusiastic consent

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ur little family has a Sunday movie night tradition, in which we watch a movie together, every Sunday with popcorn and pizza.

Our children look forward to this simple pleasure every week.

As they have grown, so has the scope of our viewing choices.

We have graduated from movies like How to Train Your Dragon, to the Indiana Jones movies and Marvel titles such as Iron Man. Each time they choose a film that sits outside something animated from Dreamworks, I check it on the Commonsense media website for anything age-inappropriate.

Even though the movies may pass that scrutiny, they often still fall short as far as their portrayal of women, particularly the way the female and male protagonist, especially in action films, is so very different.

This generates some healthy discussion as we compare, for example, the character of Indiana Jones as played by Harrison Ford and that of Angelina Jolie’s Lara Croft in Tomb Raider.

By Claire Inkson PROVINCIAL PERSPECTIVE

While Lara Croft is portrayed as an intelligent woman with some enviable martial arts skills, she does so in some very provocative outfits.

Indiana Jones is not sexualised in quite the same way.

This disparity is shown across movie after movie and is unsurprising considering how male-dominated the film industry, and mainstream media as a whole, continues to be.

This matters, because the influence of the media on how men view women, and to some extent, how women view themselves flows on to reinforce attitudes and social norms in a broader context.

In 1985, cartoonist Alison Bechdel penned what has become known as the Bechdel test to measure the fair representa-

tion of women in film.

To pass the test, a movie must have: 1: It must have at least two female characters 2: They must both have names 3: They must talk to each other about something other than a man.

It is estimated that around 50 per cent of movies fit these criteria, and it could be argued the Bechdel test is the bare minimum when it comes to unobjectified female representation.

The Harvey Weinstein case highlighted the disturbing culture of sexual harassment within Hollywood.

Still, the #Metoo movement took that further, illuminating the alarming frequency of which women endure varying degrees of harassment in everyday life.

Most women I know have suffered from this at some level, from the cringeworthy overly friendly boss whose advances we must deflect diplomatically without losing our jobs, to something more traumatic and sinister.

At age 9, I successfully warded off the despicable attempts of a kiss from a male 16-year-old babysitter, at 14 my school friends and I had to give evidence in court for a man who continually revealed himself to us as we walked to school.

The latter we chased to en masse until a helpful taxi driver caught him and he was arrested.

I remember how angry we were, and how much power there was in us simply having had enough, and joining together to stop him.

Then, on a lesser, but still irritating note, a man who told me how much he “loved my articles, but it would better if your author photo were naked”.

And of course, the list goes on.

As Oscar Wilde once wrote “Everything in the world is about sex – except sex. Sex is about power”.

Women are continually negotiating this terrain: in the workplace, in social situations, in relationships, and more recently, online.

The objectification of women in media only exacerbates this.

Power is wielded in a professional, physical, financial and emotional context.

What it comes down to in all of these contexts including relationships is not just consent, but as The Good Place’s Jameela Jamil describes “enthusiastic consent” – and that is what we need to teach our sons and daughters.

Claire Inkson is an awardwinning freelance photographer and blogger who is passionate about telling the stories of our people and landscapes through both these mediums. Claire is also passionate about Rural New Zealand: the people, the stories, the history and is dedicated to the positive promotion of New Zealand agriculture. Find her online at www.claireinkson.com The views, opinions, positions or strategies expressed by the author and those providing comments are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, positions or strategies of the Ashburton Guardian Co Ltd or any employee thereof

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TEST YOURSELF Test yourself with the Guardian’s quiz 1. What name is given to a rabbit’s tail? a) Scut b) Chut c) Flut

2. What does an icthyologist study? a) Ants b) Eggs c) Fish

3. Which kind of sugar is significant in milk? a) Glucose b) Fructose c) Lactose

4. In what year did Bill English enter parliament? a) 1990 b) 1995 c) 2000

5. What animal has a carapace? a) Horse b) Baboon c) Turtle

6. Sarawak is in what country? a) Malaysia b) Indonesia c) Phillipines

7. What type of wood was Noah’s Ark said to be made from? a) Oak b) Cedar c) Cypress

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Goodbye My Love 18 Jackson Street, Methven

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Goodbye my love 18 Jackson Street, Methven It is time for the vendor to say goodbye to their love at first sight.

This adorable character villa is now ready to cast its charming spell on a new owner.

Positioned to capture the allday sun, even in winter. Four bedrooms, one bathroom, two toilets, open plan kitchen and living area offering you a comfortable and homely atmosphere. Newly installed fireplace, a heat pump, and HRV system keep the entire house snugly warm and cosy.

Admiring the magnificent view of the snow-capped mountain ranges right from the front of your house.

The front lawn is fully fenced, maximising your privacy in the

afternoon sun.

An additional space with various purposes such as a rumpus, an office, or a teenage hideaway, the choice is yours.

Possessing a traditional Kiwi quarter of an acre section, this is a bonus for the new owner of this property, as it is potentially subdividable, giving you space to play.

Jackson Street is a peaceful neighbourhood and is a handy walking distance to town centre, shops, restaurants, bars, and school.

No wonder why the vendor fell in love with this house instantly. Now it is your time, call us now.

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Deadline sale

(unless sold prior) 2pm, Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Viewing

Saturday, January 16, 1.30pm - 2pm and Wednesday, January 20, 5.30pm - 6pm bayleys.co.nz/5514121

Olé Wallis

Phone 021 0273 7307 ole.wallis@bayleys.co.nz

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Methven Racecourse Avenue Price by Negotiation View by appointment Mike Preston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Equus Park Equus Park is Methven's newest neighbourhood, located on Racecourse Avenue between the racecourse and the northern boundary of the Methven township, with uninterrupted views of Mount Hutt and the Southern Alps. Offering premium land parcels in a highly desirable location, these sections are perfect for first home buyers, families looking for more space, or investors looking to build in a progressive town.

Equus Park specifications: • ranging from 985sqm to 2,533sqm subject to survey • section prices start from $195,000 • Titles expected for sections April - May 2021 Located only a short distance from the Methven town centre.

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Tinwald 82 Wilkins Road Price on Application View by appointment Jon McAuliffe 027 432 7769 jon.mcauliffe@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Opportunity for a desirable lifestyle Larger 6,866sqm (more or less) residential section, and yet only 250 metres from the town boundary.

Enough area to build your dream home and to graze a pony, lama, or desired pet.

This section has been meticulously developed with a formed driveway, connected water and wastewater from the boundary plus EA fibre and copper from the section to road boundary.

This very desirable section is quiet, private and must be viewed to be appreciated.

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Geraldine Leishman Road Price by Negotiation View by appointment Mike Preston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Pleasant Gully Offered in two titles comprising 1,547.615 hectares in total, being Pleasant Gully 1,383.34 hectares and the Walker Block 164.2750 hectares.

Properties with this scale and location are rarely available and offer numerous farming options including forestry, hunting, stand-alone or an add-on property. Approximately 24 kilometres from Geraldine, outdoor pursuits and recreational activities can also be considered as other income sources. This is the perfect spot to get away and enjoy the outdoors, with the 'Pleasant Gully Huts' offering accommodation with the comfort of a hot shower and toilet, and kitchen facilities.

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Jon McAuliffe 027 432 7769

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Methven 29 Camrose Avenue

Methven Barkers Road

The perfect package

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This is a classic home thoughtfully designed to maximise space and comfortable living. With four double bedrooms, a family bathroom and an ensuite, the home is well appointed and suited to a range of lifestyles.

Price by Negotiation View Sat 11.30am-12pm or by appointment Maree Firth 027 542 1364 Olé Wallis 021 0273 7307 Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387

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Camrose Estate - Stages Five & Six Stage seven coming soon. Starting from $150,000.

Sections range from 625-1,000sqm. The prestigious 31 hectare Camrose Estate subdivision development is situated right on the edge of Methven township.

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Methven 20 Barkers Road

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387 Olé Wallis 021 0273 7307 Fee Ensor 021 705 014 WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

Methven 34A Lochhead Crescent

Character charm

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Traditional charm with this 150sqm, two storey chalet style, three bedroom home that is ideally positioned for privacy and convenience. Featuring stunning exposed wooden beams and wall panelling.

Price by Negotiation View Sat 10-10.30am or by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

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Ready to entertain

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Peace and tranquility abound in this home. Set on a private section surrounded by greenery this low maintenance home will be a pleasure to own. The open plan living and kitchen is north facing and as such is drenched with sunlight for most of the day.

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387 rosa.dekker@bayleys.co.nz

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Methven 21 Blackford Street

Methven 18 Jackson Street

Simply superb

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This three bedroom home is the epitome of more than meets the eye, the current owners have spent the past three years modernising and renovating this unassuming home with the new landscaping plan as the finishing touch.

For Sale offers invited over $475,000 View by appointment Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387 rosa.dekker@bayleys.co.nz

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Goodbye my love

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This adorable character villa is positioned to capture the all-day sun on a quarter of an acre section. Open plan kitchen and living area with a newly installed fireplace, a heat pump and HRV system to keep this home warm.

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 2pm, Wed 3 Feb 2021 View Sat 1.30-2pm & Wed 5.30-6pm Olé Wallis 021 0273 7307 Maree Firth 027 542 1364

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Ashburton Surrounds Alford Forest Settlement Road

Mt Somers 55B Mt Jollie Street

A unique opportunity

Lake Clearwater/Lake Camp

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Are you looking to start your family tradition at Lake Clearwater? This fantastic three bedroom Bach plus a converted caravan has space for all the family.

With open plan living you can access the stunning views to the mountains via the sliding doors.

For Sale offers invited over $250,000 View Sat 10-10.30am or by appointment Maree Firth 027 542 1364 maree.firth@bayleys.co.nz

Defined by potential, this sprawling 15 hectare (Subject to final survey) plot represents an enthralling development opportunity in a favoured setting of Alford Forest, just 15 minutes from the town of Methven.

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OPEN HOME Saturday | 11.45am – 12.15pm

Entertainer’s Dream 17 Farm Road, Allenton

The exterior painting has just been completed on this desirable block and plaster home situated in Allenton.

Designed as much for entertaining as for family living.

You’ll be wowed by the size of the open-plan entertainer’s kitchen and dining/family room that includes an alcove office tucked discreetly

behind cupboard doors.

A second lounge opens off the family room and has doors opening out to your covered patio area. This home has four bedrooms, master includes an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. An added feature are doors that open to your private yard.

There is a separate laundry.

Deadline Sale, offers over $660,000

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Internally accessed double garage with plenty of storage.

Enjoy barbecues under your pergola entertaining area. The gardens and grounds are well established and private. A bonus is plenty of off-street parking.

Call today to view. Deadline Sale offers presented 2pm Wednesday, February 3.

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1/19 Tancred Street, Borough

28B Philip Street, Allenton

35 Harrison Street, Allenton

• Situated in the heart of Allenton • Spacious sunny living area • 4 bedrooms • Large double garage

Deadline sale: Offers over $334,000

Offers over $355,000

• 3 bedrooms, master has an ensuite and plenty of storage space • Open plan kitchen, dining, living • All bathrooms are tiled • Heating is by heat pump

Price: $480,000

Price: $599,000

Helena Ratten 027 457 7998

Mark Williams 027 442 2281

Helena Ratten 027 457 7998

Mark Williams 027 442 2281

134 Elizabeth Avenue, Rakaia

99 McMurdo Street, Tinwald

Acton Road, Lot 1, 5, 7-9 Rakaia

40 Elizabeth Avenue Rakaia

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Friendly St Stephens Close Large sunny open plan living 2 double bedrooms Central to Supermarket, Church and town amenities

• Immediate possession • Modern kitchen • Spacious main bedroom with ensuite • Heat pump

Enquiries over $350,000

• 2 good sized double bedrooms • Large sunny lounge and updated kitchen • Very private and sunny • Single garage, internal access

• 2 bedrooms • Open/plan modernised kitchen and living area • Bath, shower, vanity, separate toilet • Very private landscaped grounds.

• Lot 1 $250,000 • Lot 5 & 7 $255,000 • Lot 8 & 9 $250,000 • Section sizes from 2.2ha

31A Philip Street, Borough

• Central location • Priced under GV • Commercially zoned • Possibilities endless

Enquiries over $140,000

Roberta Counsell 027 228 7843

Mark Williams 027 442 2281

Roberta Counsell 027 228 7843

56 Wills Street, Borough

196 Grove Place, Tinwald

1 Tranquil Place, Allenton

Offers over $990,000

Price $312,000

Price: $740,000

Enquiries over $325,000

Helena Ratten 027 457 7998

Debbie Boon 027 448 4006

Helena Ratten 027 457 7998

Mark Williams 027 442 2281

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Architecturally designed Three living areas Four double bedrooms Three car garage

• Three bedrooms • Interconnecting living areas • Tidy kitchen and bathroom • Outdoor BBQ patio area

• Modern brick and plaster construction • 4 double bedrooms • 2 living areas • 3 car garaging

Roberta Counsell 027 228 7843

41 Brucefield Avenue Netherby

• New modernised kitchen • Large extension to lounge and master bedroom • 3 bedrooms • Separate laundry

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New Lease Of Life 116 Creek Road, Ashburton The transformation is complete. This three bedroom home has been taken from a sturdy, tired property to one that has been refurbished in its entirety.

The preparation and end result is brilliant.

Repainted inside and out this property will appeal to first home buyers and investors alike.

Insulation top and bottom, new window dressings and refreshed kitchen and bathroom.

Very sunny and a lounge with heat pump. Separate laundry and new fences.

Very much a home that needs to be viewed.

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Open home:

Saturday, January 16 10am - 10.30am pb.co.nz/AU81285

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Ashburton 51 Short Street Open Home

Allenton 83 Pages Road Open Home

Ashburton 86A Grey Street Open Home

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Idyllic country town living

Just the spot

Wanting something special?

A perfect place to call home

From the moment you walk through the gate , you will be impressed with this lovingly renovated villa. You are greeted with a lovely landscaped garden including a water feature and pond. Decking that goes around the house that gives you many entertaining areas. The kitchen and bathroom have been renovated and the kitchen has an amazing island bench and a macrocarpa bar all ready to entertain.

The opportunity to purchase in this location doesn't come up every day.

Just a couple of blocks from town on a corner site. Superbly presented 2 bedroom plus office/small third room. Laid out to capture plenty of sun and with views to the street to watch the world go by. Double glazed, easy care section and much much more.

Upon visiting this gorgeous home, people often comment that it should be in the House and Garden magazine and they are not wrong. Simply stunning - this four double bedroom home in the ever popular Pages Road offers you the opportunity to take advantage of the current owners efforts.

If you are looking for a house with a difference this could be the home for you. From the moment you walk up to the door with the polished concrete feature wall which goes inside to create an entrance way to the black and white theme with black detailing everywhere from light surrounds to kitchen sink and tapware.

For Sale Buyers $325,000+ View Sat 16 Jan 10.00 - 10.30am Web pb.co.nz/AU81275

Deadline Sale closes 4.00pm Tue 19 Jan 2021 View Sat 16 Jan 10.30 - 11.00am Web pb.co.nz/AU80414

For Sale Buyers $599,000+ View Sat 16 Jan 10.45 - 11.15am Web pb.co.nz/AU79592

For Sale Buyers $590,000+ View Sat 16 Jan 11.15 - 11.45am Web pb.co.nz/AU79311

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Ashburton 247 Cameron Street

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Willowby 719 Boundary Road

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Dress circle location

Perfect investment property

Right in town

A new lifestyle awaits

This Two Bedroom unit is north facing, located on the edge of Ashburton Domain - an extension to an already manicured garden. It has been refurbished and includes underfloor heating, floor mounted heat pump, HRV and double glazing throughout. It is fully fenced with double garage, 1 bathroom/laundry. Only a 10-minute walk to the local bowling club, across the railway line to supermarket.

If you're looking to get on the property ladder - we have the perfect home for you with great tenants in place who are keen to stay for at least another two years. Situated for the sun, this Three double bedroom home has great open plan living areas opening onto a fully fenced backyard with several outbuildings and a rural outlook.

Just a hop, skip and a jump from town this four bedroom villa is ready for you to love it! It has four double bedrooms, modern kitchen and updated bathroom, separate Lounge heated by log burner and heat pump with a heat transfer system. Open plan dining and kitchen. Spacious backyard with room for backyard cricket, several fruit trees and a grapevine.

An opportunity has arisen for you to purchase this well presented 4.13 Ha lifestyle property with stunning mountain and farmland views.

The double glazed three bedroom plus office home is heated by logfire and heat pump, has two living areas opening out to the private and sheltered outdoor area and a stylish kitchen with storage galore.

For Sale Buyers $420,000+ View Sat 16 Jan 11.15 - 11.45am Web pb.co.nz/AU80193

For Sale Buyers $345,000+ View Sat 16 Jan 11.30 - 12.00pm Web pb.co.nz/AU80711

Deadline Sale closes 4.00pm Fri 22 Jan 2021 View Sat 16 Jan 12.00 - 12.30pm Web pb.co.nz/AU80729

For Sale Buyers $800,000+ View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AU80258

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Rakaia 157 Rakaia Barrhill Methven Road New Listing

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Allenton 177 Mitcham Road

Allenton 25 Kelvin Crescent

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7.9Ha - Great soils

Rakaia lifestyle & income-1.214ha

Lifestyle Masterpiece

When style and location combine

Bareland development site on good soils that can provide a reasonable income top up for those of a agricultural bent. Free draining land currently all in older pastures. 1.5 kilometers South of Chertsey. Genuine vendors at the price!!

If you're looking for an affordable lifestyle property in the Rakaia area that you can simply move in and enjoy-then look no further. Located close to Rakaia (1.5km) within commuting distance of Christchurch and Ashburton. This is a well presented, tidy lifestyle opportunity that features a solid 3-bedroom home, income potential from accommodation, large shed/storage & stables.

This is a well-presented lifestyle opportunity that provides a unique environment for family, business base or home/farm stay accommodation that instantly appeals. Located a few minutes' drive-4km's from Ashburton in a favoured NW Ashburton lifestyle address. Loving owners have developed the home, gardens and property into the complete lifestyle package.

This stunning architecturally designed home is located in the heart of Allenton, opposite Devon Park.

For Sale $385,000 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AL81420

For Sale Buyers $575,000+ View Sat 16 Jan 11.00 - 11.45am Web pb.co.nz/AL81024

For Sale Buyers $950,000+ View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AL80938

For Sale Buyers $585,000+ View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AU80312

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Chertsey . Rakaia Highway

Ashburton Lot 1 Glassworks Road

The options are endless

4000sqm - town water - attractive shelter

As the saying goes - buy quality and it will never let you down and that is the case for this handy size bareland title with high quality arable soils.

Located just south of the Chertsey township, 20 kms to Ashburton and 9 kms to Rakaia, this property is well positioned amongst a strong farming area and rural community.

• Front section of 4,000sqm to be supplied with the town water supply.

Trimmed pine hedge along the road frontage provides both privacy and shelter.

• Only 2.5kms to the CBD for an easy commute • Land area subject to final survey and the title issue. Vendors will realign the boundary fencing as necessary • Great development site for your dream home

For Sale $500,000 + GST (if any) View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AR80270

For Sale $235,000 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AL80606

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Kirsty Clay 027 308 7557

From the time you walk into the grand entrance of this home, you feel the style and space.

Directly ahead is the open plan living, dining and kitchen, which then flows to an outdoor area ideal for relaxing and outdoor entertaining.

Chris Murdoch 027 434 2545

Mel Perriton 022 175 0780

Greg Jopson 027 447 4382

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Leah Harrison 027 737 2489

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Gemma Guild 021 901 882

Hamish Niles 027 435 6265

Paddy Strange 027 491 5259

Robert Harnett 027 432 3562

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Tranquil Delight 21 Pages Road, Allenton Enjoy the established surrounds of a mature garden with this tidy three bedroom home.

Situated in a central westside location amongst quality properties. This Oamaru Stone home is warm and sunny with north facing living and warmth from some double glazed windows.

Well designed with the

convenience of a separate laundry with additional house entry.

A good sized double garage plus a garden shed provides plenty of storage options. A smaller sized section which is well planted is a gardener’s delight whilst relatively easy care.

Early possession available.

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Over $425,000

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Spacious Easy Living You’ll Love

Once In A Lifetime!

4 Wilkin Street, TINWALD A truly unique property that has been in the family for over 75 years.

Situated on a full acre section (4047m2) with three street frontages offering great development potential.

The dwelling is a category B listed heritage building of local significance being a former Presbyterian manse.

A large land holding of this scale and close proximity to town provides plenty of scope for the astute buyer.

Enquire for further information and viewing.

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Deadline sale: Closing Thursday, February 11, 2021 View Saturday, 10am - 10.30am Web ID AUT2638090

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This family home is one to admire. A spacious two storey home with loads of storage. Three double bedrooms plus store rooms and two offices, two bathrooms, first floor with spacious landing opening to first floor deck and large open plan living areas with separate lounge.

Master bedroom with walk-in robe and access to bathroom.

So much space and features to admire including

Step inside this spacious home and you’ll be amazed. With two living areas complemented by great indoor-outdoor flow and four bedrooms, this property will tick all the boxes.

An inviting and modernised kitchen along with the cosy dining area will surely be the hub of the house. The home i has the convenience of three bathrooms. Warmth abounds with two heat pumps and a gas fire and partial double glazing. With ample storage throughout

the family is well catered for. An extra-large double garage ensures there is room for all the equipment. This lovely home is situated on gorgeous grounds. The extra-large section has the bonus of being in two titles and will appeal to the most astute of investors as well as discerning family buyers.

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One Of A Kind 117 Grove Street, TINWALD

18 Nixon Street, TINWALD

spacious secure yard beautifully landscaped.

What more could you want?

This is a must view!

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Price: $485,000 Web ID AUT2514441 View Saturday, 11.15am - 11.45am

12 Porter Street, NETHERBY This red brick home will suit many, investors or first home buyers.

Three bedrooms, open plan modern kitchen and living area, separate laundry and bathroom, single garage.

The yard is easy care and has fruit trees and vege garden. Close to Netherby Shopping Centre and schools.

A fabulous opportunity to acquire an investment.

This property is currently tenanted and the tenants would like to stay, (current rent $350 per week).

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Location Location 2.0324ha

Treasure In Tinwald 162 McMurdo Street, TINWALD This treasure won’t last long so be in quick!

This home is ready to welcome new owners who want warmth and adventure. Open plan with modern kitchen and breakfast bar. Double glazing throughout, four bedrooms and two bathrooms, one with a spa bath. Heat pump and log fire. The children’s bedroom has a play loft which they love to climb. Two toilets and a separate laundry. Double garage with off-street parking. Child friendly property with playground,

fully fenced. Easy care section and a BBQ area to entertain family and friends. Properties like this don’t come up very often. A must view.

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45 Hepburns Road, ASHBURTON Are you looking for a lifestyle property in an ideal location? Only two minutes drive to the town boundary, close to Allenton School and shopping centre. This home is 173m2, however don’t let this stop you from adding on. Three bedrooms, open plan kitchen and dining room, separate lounge with log burner, heat transfer system, separate laundry and a double garage.

The house opens onto a deck outside the living areas with plenty of room for the whole

family to enjoy. Three-bay pole shed, one being enclosed. Two main paddocks front and back surround the house. Domestic and stock water bore. A well fenced and well sheltered productive block of land with baleage recently harvested. You will be sold the instant you see the potential in this property.

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Peaceful Location

Opportunity To Add Value

Ultimate Entertainer’s Dream

A Great Investment Opportunity

177 Mitcham Road, ALLENTON

4 Houston Place ALLENTON

34 Catherwood Avenue, ALLENTON

100A Alford Forest Road ALLENTON

Situated on 8.7540ha of land, fully deer fenced, with a central laneway leading to the deer shed/ cattle yard facilities, this property has historically been used for fattening deer, cattle and lambs and latterly used for ewes and lambs. Open plan modern kitchen with three living areas all having access to courtyards and gardens, five bedrooms and three bathrooms plus hobby room/office.

Ground floor presents a fantastic open plan kitchen/living/dining area with an impressive recently renovated bathroom and laundry and two good sized bedrooms. First floor contains two more bedrooms with a bathroom space that provides plenty of untapped potential. On top of this is a detached, double garage and shed adding further desirability.

Prominence, location and style in this well designed two storey home with incredible indoor/outdoor living and plenty of places to relax and unwind. This spacious home comprises three bedrooms, three bathrooms, office and spa room plus five car garaging!

Seldom is a home packed with so many features. A beautifully presented property.

First flat is open plan with two bedrooms and a separate laundry. Shower over bath with hand basin. Separate toilet. This flat has a carport.

Previously tenanted at $250 pw. Second flat is open plan with one bedroom, separate laundry and shower over bath with separate toilet, plus outdoor decking and off-street parking.

Previously tenanted at $180 pw.

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Nestled up a private driveway by the Oaklea subdivision, this grand four or five bedroom home sits on a huge 2426sqm section.

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There are two large bedrooms, a bathroom, separate toilet and a separate laundry as well as the large double garage.

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he new Bentley Bentayga V8 has been recognised as the definitive luxury SUV, with the awarding of 4x4 magazine’s Luxury SUV title in their annual 4x4 of the Year awards sponsored by BFGoodrich.

The important award celebrates the Bentayga’s benchmark position as the original and best luxury SUV, and comes after the car was previously heralded as the Performance SUV of the Year by the same magazine.

Editor of 4x4 magazine, Alan Kidd, comments: “Until this last year, we’ve always seen the Bentayga as a performance SUV. “But its pace and dynamics have been so dominant in its character, it has been easy to overlook the luxury that’s a critical element of any Bentley.

“That’s why the new Bentayga is so significant.

“It remains magnificent to drive, with a masterful lightness of touch on the road – but now this is matched by an interior

whose seats, fascia and electronics have all been replaced by new items.

“The improvement is emphatic.

“We think the latest version of Bentley’s design language is far better suited to the Bentayga’s proportions, too.

“It now has the looks to go with its athleticism.

“The Bentayga may well go hand in hand with membership of several exclusive clubs. But the most exclusive of all is the club for vehicles which have triumphed in more than one class in these awards.

“A former Performance SUV of the Year is now our Luxury SUV of the Year.

“For one model to reach such heights in two separate categories is truly remarkable.”

Consideration for the award was made during Bentley’s Toy Box event in October, which included an on- and off-road drive in new Bentaygas.

Wading of up to half a metre, side slopes up to 35 degrees and challenging ascent and descent gradients were all

tackled with ease by the Bentayga’s intelligent off-road systems.

The new Bentayga was the first car launched under Bentley’s Beyond100 business plan in 2020, following a first generation featuring more than 20,000 cars – more than any of its competitors.

A new exterior design adopts the Bentley design DNA now prevalent across the entire model range, giving Bentley the freshest and most modern product family of any luxury car company.

Combining the abilities of a perfor-

mance grand tourer, a luxury limousine, a spacious family car and an off-roader, the new Bentayga follows its predecessor’s mantle of having the broadest brief of any car on sale today.

The Bentayga established the luxury SUV sector, and has been enhanced to create the ultimate in power, luxury and usability.

Designed, engineered and handcrafted in Crewe, England, the new Bentayga is now on sale in all markets around the world.

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Breaking new ground

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early 30 years ago, the Jeep® Grand Cherokee began its legacy as the most awarded SUV in

history.

Today, following four groundbreaking generations of the vehicle, countless industry accolades and nearly seven million in global sales, the Jeep brand continues to shatter expectations of the full-size SUV segment with the all-new 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. The newest iteration is designed and engineered to deliver an unmatched combination of even more legendary 4x4 capability, superior on-road refinement, premium styling and craftsmanship inside and out, and a host of advanced safety

and technology features.

The result is the all-new 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, for the first time ever with seating for six or seven.

“When you set out to reimagine an SUV as beloved as the Jeep Grand Cherokee, building on its nearly 30-year legacy as an overachiever is paramount to every decision that is made,” said Christian Meunier, Global President of Jeep Brand – FCA. “With that legacy guiding the Jeep team, the new 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee is crafted to exceed expectations and do what no other SUV can do: deliver legendary Jeep 4x4 off-road capability blended with superior on-road manners.

“It is built on an all-new architecture and wrapped in a stun-

ning new design that honours its iconic Jeep design heritage, while also extending to accommodate a third row to meet the growing needs of our Jeep customers who have asked for more space and functionality.

“The Grand Cherokee L truly stands out in its segment and continues to raise the bar in capability, performance and luxury, while also breaking new ground in versatility and functionality.”

The state-of-the-art 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is designed inside and out to deliver unmatched capability and composed driving dynamics.

Its renowned 4x4 systems (Quadra-Trac I, Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II), QuadraLift air suspension and Selec-Terrain traction management system instill Grand Cherokee L with the Jeep brand’s legendary 4x4 capability.

An all-new architecture and sculpted aerodynamic body style combine to improve vehicle performance, safety and reliability, while significantly reducing vehicle weight, noise, vibration and harshness.

Designed to maximise overall passenger safety, comfort and convenience, Grand Cherokee L packs a powerful punch with

next-generation features and technologies that make it a stand-out in the full-size SUV segment.

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L will be available in four different trim configurations – Laredo, Limited, Overland and Summit.

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L delivers improved unrivalled capability along with composed on-road driving dynamics.

Legendary off-road capability begins courtesy of three 4x4 systems – Quadra-Trac I, QuadraTrac II and Quadra-Drive II with rear electronic limited slip-differential (eLSD).

The 2021 Grand Cherokee L’s class-leading Selec-Terrain traction management system lets customers choose the on- and off-road setting for optimum 4x4 performance.

This feature electronically co-ordinates up to six different powertrains, 4x4 torque split, braking and handling, steering and suspension systems, including throttle control, transmission shift, transfer case and traction control, stability control, anti-lock braking system (ABS) and steering feel.

The Selec-Terrain system offers five available terrain modes (Auto, Sport, Rock, Snow,

Mud/Sand) to provide optimised calibrations for any given driving scenario.

The Grand Cherokee L is composed of more than 60 per cent advanced high-strength steel to aid in ductility, usability and energy absorption.

The all-new 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L offers buyers a choice of two powerful, fuel-efficient and refined engines with proven performance for any driving situation.

Standard is the all-aluminium 3.6-litre Pentastar V-6 engine, rated at 290 horsepower and 257 lb.-ft. of torque.

Lauded for its power and refinement, the 60-degree angle between the Pentastar V-6’s cylinder banks make it inherently smooth running, augmented by accessories that bolt directly to the engine block.

A seven-time winner of the Wards 10 Best Engines and Propulsion Systems award, the Pentastar V-6 engine is compact, with features such as exhaust manifolds integrated into the cylinder heads.

Buyers who want more power can opt for the award-winning 5.7-litre V8, rated at 357 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque delivered over a broad power band.

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Its unique design shapes a lightweight, compact bike with sleek, agile volumes.

Delivering stability at high speeds, it is all about creating a fun, pleasurable riding experience.

Aprilia RS 660 is immediately recognisable, and rewrites the rule book for dynamic, modern sports bikes.

Innovative, purposeful and sophisticated, the new gem from Aprilia is endowed with a triple headlight and lines that speak the language of Aprilia sports bikes that have come before it – bikes which have made history while consistently winning over owners, racers and testers across the world.

Distinctive sound and astonishing performance, the RS 660’s forward-facing parallel twin-cylinder inherits many concepts and measurements from the front bank of the Aprilia V4 1100, but above all, it inherits the character: including the same tone of exhaust sound and the typical punch of V powerplants.

Exceptional harmony and the performance of a much larger displacement twin-cylinder, but compact and lightweight enough to let the Aprilia engineers wrap you around an agile and effective chassis architecture, whether you’re riding on the road or on the track.

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RUGGED REFINEMENT

By Roger Hart

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or the first time in eight years Isuzu’s durable D-Max has undergone a full model change.

There are fifteen variants available.

The workhorse LX, costing from $49,990 comes in three body types (single, space, and double cab) with options of either 6-speed manual or auto, 2WD or 4WD. They all have a comprehensive suite of active safety technology (including adaptive cruise control for the automatic models) 7-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, auto lights and wipers.

The double cab LS-M adds LED head and daytime running lights, 17-inch alloy wheels and more luxurious interior trim.

Meanwhile the LS has a 9-inch touchscreen with sat-nav, dual-zone climate air,

D-MAX X-TERRAIN ■■ Costs: $75,490. Other D-Max from $49,990 (all plus ORCs).

■■ Engine: 3.0-litre 4 cylinder turbo-diesel, 140kW @ 3600rpm and 450Nm of torque from 16002600rpm.

■■ Transmission: 6-speed auto with low ratio transfer box–selectable four-wheel-drive and rear diff-lock.

■■ Quoted Overall Fuel Use: 8.0L/100km.

■■ Safety: Driver assist/safety technology systems - 5 star ANCAP (2020) rating.

■■ Size: 5265 mm long, 1870mm wide, 1790mm high, 3125mm wheelbase.

■■ Tows: 3500kg (braked) ■■ Warranty: 3 year, 100,000 km warranty and roadside assistance.

rear parking sensors, and 18-inch alloy wheels.

Top of the range is the even higher spec $75,490 double cab, 4WD, auto X-Terrain, shown here in Valencia Orange Metallic, which accentuates its wheel-arch extensions and the gun-metal highlights for the wheels, grille, roof rails and sports bar as well as a matte black roller tonneau cover for its now larger, deeper tray.

It also comes with a classy, nicely-presented and finished cabin complete with very comfortable over longer distance, leather seating.

While the driver’s seat is power operated, there’s no seat-heaters. There is air-con outlets and a USB point for those in the rear seats.

The dash including the large customisable infotainment screen and other controls both look smart and are likewise to touch and use. As well there’s a smart proximity key with remote engine start and front/rear parking sensors.

All models have the latest enhanced version of Isuzu’s well-proven 3-litre diesel turbo engine.

With new internals, a more efficient turbo and high-pressure, direct injection fuel system, this engine produces 10kW more power (140kW) and now a maximum 450Nm of torque which is available from 1600rpm to 2600rpm.

Immediately noticeable was just how quiet and lively this engine is, along with the slick changes of the six-speed auto, both of which result in keen acceleration as and when needed (0-100kmh in just under 10 seconds) and then a relaxed, pleasurably quiet open road cruise.

In both driving situations the supple ride provided by the longer wheelbase and new suspension setup – double wishbones, larger anti-roll bars and control

arms at the front – three leaf system with 30mm increase in suspension travel at the rear also impressed, as did the way it turned into and flowed through even tighter corners. But, as indicated above, this is not at the expense of the ability to handle the toughest terrain.

There’s more ground clearance than before, a rear axle diff-lock as standard on all 4x4 models, an extra 200mm wading depth (now 800mm) and hill-start assist.

The ground clearance is 240mm while approach, departure and ramp-over angles are 30.5, 24.2 and 23.8 degrees respectively.

All of the above which, in concert with the engine’s broad spread of torque, ensures these new 4x4 models have, as was demonstrated on the Guild family’s High Peak Station, even more off-road capability than their predecessors.

Both on or off-road there’s the always reassuring factor that all the new D-Max come with a comprehensive suite of

active safety features.

This includes autonomous emergency braking, forward collision warning, a lane support system (autos only), lane departure warning, blind-spot monitor and rear cross-traffic alert.

These are in addition to the eight airbags, one of which is placed between the front seats and offers further protection in the case of side impacts.

FINALE There’s now a whole lot more to D-Max utes, and particularly so with this X-Terrain! For whilst it still has a heavy-duty chassis and retains its toughness, off-road ability and durability, with all its new active safety, more powerful and efficient turbo-diesel engine, upmarket technology/equipment and cabin comfort it is ruggedly refined.

And ready for any adventure, whether it’s a family roadie, towing heavy stuff or heading deep into back country!

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Ashburton Guardian Friday, January 15, 2021

SQUASH

Call goes out for social squash

By Adam Burns adam.b@theguardian.co.nz

A quickfire business house squash competition has been mooted for next month, as calls go out to the local community.

The Ashburton Squash Club unveiled the new six-week competition earlier this week, and is now on the hunt for teams.

The competition, which will host games each Tuesday, will run from February 9 to March 16.

Organisers say the competition would cater for players of all levels, with teams comprising of three players.

Teams will play three quickfire matches against opposing business outfits, with competitors graded according to their abilities to ensure games were evenly matched.

“It is designed to have everyone home in time to complete their evening chores.

“We’ll supply the post-game snacks and have the bar open for those who are not wanting to rush back to family duties.”

Organisers confirmed team details including members, subs and contact information could be submitted to ashburtonsquashclub@hotmail.com Entries close on February 2.

The Ashburton Squash Club is launching a six-week business house tournament beginning next month.

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Devine warms up with record-breaking knock Sophie Devine has celebrated good news for the New Zealand women’s cricket team with a history-making performance.

The White Ferns captain thumped a century from just 36 balls to lead Wellington to a 10-wicket win over Otago in their domestic T20 match in Dunedin yesterday.

Devine, who was playing her first game in almost eight weeks and only left managed isolation on Sunday, having returned from the Women’s Big Bash League in Australia, finished with 108 not out from 38 balls.

The sublime batting display saw the defending champion Blaze reach their

target of 129 in only the ninth over.

The innings was the fastest century in New Zealand domestic T20 history, beating the 40-ball century hit by Black Caps opener Tim Seifert for Northern Districts in 2017.

It was also two balls faster than the record for the fastest century in women’s T20 internationals, which was 38 by Deandra Dottin of the West Indies in 2010.

The stunning display came as New Zealand Cricket confirmed both the England and Australian women’s teams would be touring New Zealand before the end of the summer.

After finally gaining the necessary government support, NZC confirmed

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both teams will be making a visit for three T20s and three ODIs. The England side will arrive in New Zealand on Saturday, January 26 and undergo the mandatory 14-day managed isolation period ahead of a nine-day training camp, which will include two warm-up games, in Queenstown.

Their ODI series against the White Ferns will start on February 23, with the three T20s to follow from March 3.

England are the reigning ODI world champions after winning the World Cup at Lord’s in 2017, while Australia women hold the mantle as T20 world champions after claiming that title in Melbourne last year.

Sophie Devine blazing a century for the Blaze.

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ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19): Because you listen and try to understand the other person’s point of view, arguments can bring you closer together. The relationship gets better because you know each other better.

TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20): You love security as much as anyone, and yet, today, you’re feeling restless and bold enough to give some of that up for a thrill, some solid entertainment or a chance at the big prize.

GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21): You’ve been slowly getting to know someone for a while. Yet, when you think about this person, there are more questions than answers. It’s a good place to be. Curiosity is what the relationship needs.

CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 22): While you may be having a deep experience of joy, there is part of you that cannot fully accept and revel in this unless you know that another person is in it with you. Is it too early to reveal your feelings?

LEO (Jul 23-Aug 22): You’ve been known to be overcome by fits of fatalism, though you’re stronger now. You may still have that thought, every once in a while, that things won’t go your way again. But you’ll battle the idea and win.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22): The proverb suggests, “Pride goeth before a fall.” You can avoid the fall by checking the pride. Carefully estimate the elements and humbly assess your ability to navigate them.

LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 23): Caring too much, doing too much and giving too much knocks you off your game. Balance is always a stronger position.

Whatever you can do to move toward balance will be a move toward strength.

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 21): A loving person is attuned to your feelings and responsive to your needs.

That’s the baseline for what to expect from your inner circle. If that line is not being toed, then it’s either address it or move on from.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): There is no such thing as a “casual invitation” today. Oh, the opportunity may be delivered with nonchalance, but you can be certain that it’s as significant as anything altering the course of destiny.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): This pile of work in front of you isn’t pretty right now and won’t be later either. Its best look is “gone.” Start with what interests you, and you’ll gain the energy necessary to tackle what doesn’t.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): Most traps are invisible and yet they hold as powerfully as physical constraints. No one likes to feel trapped. Is this really the case? What happens when you break free?

PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): You don’t give yourself enough credit. If you’re not going to do it for you, do it for the ones who need you.

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New display- the history of six Methven women’s sports clubs are on display. Come and see if your mum, sisterin-law, grandmother or even you are featured in the display. Tee up a day and bowl on in. Donations appreciated.

2pm - 4pm Methven Historical Society Keeping the history of the greater Methven area alive, come for a drive and visit us.

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They will play a selection of Gypsy Jazz with origins dating back to France in the 1930s, come along and enjoy two 45 minute sets with Fiona’s fiery mix of Tango and Gypsy Jazz and Connor making a name for himself as one of the top Guitarists in the Country.

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Festival of Pipe Band Music Ashburton’s Annual Music Festival beginning with a street march on Elizabeth Street at 12.30pm then Sets and Medleys to follow in the Ashburton Domain 1:30pm

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Ride the Rakaia Welcome to Traffic R Us Ride the Rakaia This amazing event is different than any other bike race because you can’t do what you can in this event any other day of the week.

On Saturday the 20th February 2021 you will ride across the Rakaia River Bridge with up to 1,000 other cyclists all at once. The peloton will be approximately 1 kilometre long and will be in a controlled start until you have crossed the Rakaia River Bridge and the Rakaia Overhead Bridge

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Tutus on Tour The Royal New Zealand Ballet returns in 2021 with their much-loved regional touring programme, Tutus on Tour, presenting an enchanting summer programme. Enjoy the ‘White Swan’ pas de deux from Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake; Jules Perrot’s Pas de Quatre (1845), a gorgeous showpiece from the Romantic era; and two bold, colourful works by Andrea Schermoly and Sarah Foster-Sproull that were originally created for the Venus Rising season in 2020.

A family programme for all ages, watch the dancers of the RNZB perform their favourites works.

Tickets available from Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Wills Street.

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March 26

Celtica From the producers of the smash hit show Celtic Illusion, comes the most exhilarating dance production of 2020!

Celtica, a high octane modern Irish Dance show will storm the stages of New Zealand on its National tour in 2021.

Starring an elite troupe of dancers, including stars of Riverdance and Celtic Illusion, Celtica is the stage event not to be missed.

Local grown fresh food and produce, hot drinks. North End of West Street car park.

9am – 12.30pm The Ashburton Toy Library 106 Victoria Street, the Triangle.

Open for toy exchange.

9.30am - 12.30pm Ashburton Aviation Museum Ashburton Airport A great selection of many aircraft, from the past to the future.

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Every Sun to Fri Ashburton Aviation Museum Ashburton Airport A great selection of many aircraft from the past to the future.

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Last Sun of every month Nor’Westers Muso’s Club Feeneys Lounge, Devon Tavern, Ashburton Monthly open mic afternoon.

All the gear set up, just bring your talent, all welcome, any style of music.

2pm - 6pm

Prepare to be mesmerized as you’re transported to the Emerald Isle. Witness firsthand some of the fastest taps in the world, awe inspiring contemporary Irish music and spectacular costumes. This show stopping performance takes the passion and power of Irish dance into the 20th century!

Whether it be a night out with the family or friends, let Celtica enthrall and entertain you.

Tickets available from Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Wills Street.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 16 9am - 12pm ASHBURTON CRAFT MARKET. Some stall holders will have lovely gifts, plants, woodwork and more. West Street Car Park.

9am - 12.30pm Some stall holders will have locally grown fresh produce. North end of West Street Car Park.

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BROWN, Valmai Elspeth (Val) – On January 13, 2021, in her 70th year, surrounded by her family. Dearly loved wife of Bob (50 years), loving mother and mother-in-law of Roddy and Lauren, Jenny and Ben Rutherford, Sheila and Steve Worsley, and Wendy and Blair Matthews.

Devoted Gran of Holly, Gus, Jake, Sophie, Tom, Anna, Ben, Isla, Will, Mikayla and Brad. The family are grateful to Nurse Maude for all their care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 412 Blackford Road, RD 12 Rakaia. A service to celebrate Valmai’s life will be held at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Methven on TUESDAY, January 19, commencing at 1.30pm. Followed by private cremation.

POULTER, Russell Tony FURNISHERS Maskell – MASTER Suddenly, on January 11, 2021 while walking in the MONUMENTAL MASON Hooker Valley with his wife E.B. CARTER LTD and daughter; aged 77 years For all your memorial and 7 days. Much loved requirements husband of Margi Butler, and New headstones and designs Dad of George Taiaroa, and Renovations, Jane Poulter, loved brotherAdditional inscriptions, Cleaning and Concrete work in-law of Ted and Sheryll Carried out by qualified Butler, and Jenny and John tradesmen.

Cameron. A valued and respected teacher of his 620 East Street Ashburton students, and member of the Ph/Fax 308 5369 Otago University or 0274 357 974 ebcarter@xtra.co.nz Community.

NZMMMA Member -- A service for Russell will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin at 1.30pm on WEDNESDAY, January 20, followed by private cremation. Messages to Poulter Family c/- Hope and Sons PO Box 5013, Dunedin 9054 or leave a message for Russell’s family at www.tributes.co.nz

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HARRIS, Gordon Keith – On December 27, 2020.

Passed away at Ashburton Hospital, aged 85 years.

Loved partner of Sybil Sole.

Loved husband of the late Heather Harris (nee Lowe).

Loved father and father-inlaw of Sandra and Robin, Rodney and Pamela, and Trevor and Barbara. Loved grandfather of his four grandchildren and great grandfather of nine. At Keith's request a private cremation has been held.

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Special Nana Bev and great nana, to her 11 grandchildren and their partners, and her 12 great grandchildren. Now at peace. Will be sadly missed.

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Friday: Areas of morning low cloud, then long fine breaks. A few afternoon and evening showers, mainly north of Arthur’s Pass where some could be heavy and thundery. Low cloud returning at night. Wind at 1000m: Light. Wind at 2000m: Light.

Freezing level: Above 3000m.

Saturday: Areas of morning cloud clearing and becoming fine. Wind at 1000m: Light; northwesterly 30 km/h developing at night. Wind at 2000m: Light; northwesterly 35 km/h developing in the afternoon, rising to 55 km/h at night. Freezing level: Above 3000m.

Sunday: Periods of rain about the divide, with snow lowering to 1600m in the evening. Scattered rain further east. Gale northwesterly, severe gale in exposed places.

23 15 24 14 28 11 23 14 25 15 25 10 26 12 26 13 22 7 SUN PROTECTION ALERT 24 13 26 14 23 8 23 15 24 17 24 11 PROTECTION REQUIRED : 00 9 : 20 am – 6 pm 23 14 25 14 27 9 Wear a hat and sunglasses For the very latest weather information, including Weather Warnings, visit metservice.com © Copyright Meteorological Service of New Zealand Limited 2021 Compiled by Christchurch Darfield Lake Coleridge Methven Rakaia Timaru

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Sunday: Fine with some high cloud. Winds tending northwest.

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Readings to 4pm Thursday

Ashburton Airport Temp °C Maximum 22.4 Minimum 10.6 Grass min 7.4 24hr Rain mm 0.0 29.6 Month to date SE 22 Wind km/h 2:08pm Strongest gust Sun hrs on Wed 10.5 71.4 Month to date

Methven 24.5 10.8 – – – – – – –

Christchurch Timaru Airport Airport 25.3 21.7 14.9 15.1 15.8 – 0.0 0.0 11.6 49.8 SE 35 E 19 3:47pm 1:51pm 10.1 – 79.5 –

Tides, Sun and Moon Friday

27 MIN 9

Saturday

Sunday

Ashburton H 6:16am 6:35pm 7:05am 7:27pm Mouth L 12:28pm 12:49am 1:18pm

7:54am 8:19pm 1:39am 2:07pm

Rakaia Mouth Rangitata Mouth

7:54am 1:36am 7:38am 1:23am

H 6:14am 6:36pm 7:04am 7:29pm L 12:29pm 12:47am 1:19pm H 6:00am 6:19pm 6:49am 7:11pm L 12:12pm 12:33am 1:02pm

8:19pm 2:07pm 8:03pm 1:51pm

Data provided by NIWA

first qtr Jan 21

6:07am 9:17pm

6:08am 9:17pm

7:44am 10:56pm

8:54am 11:26pm 10:02am 11:50pm

full Jan 29

last qtr Feb 5

6:10am 9:16pm

new Feb 12

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Ashburton Guardian Friday, January 15, 2021

Devine Blenheim in hot winners form in sights P28

FRIDAY SPORT

READY, SET, GO!

By Adam Burns

adam.b@theguardian.co.nz

A strong group of youngsters from Ashburton are set to be unleashed today at the country’s biggest junior athletics event.

A total of 20 competitors aged between 8 and 13 from the Ashburton Athletics Club line up at the 43rd Colgate Games which begins this morning in Nelson.

The club will be represented across shot put, discus, long jump, high jump and numerous running and walking events.

Half a dozen relay teams are also set to be competing.

Several of the Ashburton contingent got some opportune preparation under their belt last weekend at the Lovelock Classic in Timaru.

There were five first place finishes for the club at Saturday’s meet.

Rishaa Kumar came first in the 100m 12 boys’ event in a time of 13.71 seconds.

Timote Makaui secured twin wins in the 9 boys’ 60m and shot put events.

Toby Grant and Brooke Ed-

monds were also successful, winning the 12 boys’ shot put and 8 girls’ long jump events respectively.

About 900 athletes from 71 different clubs will converge on the Saxton Field Sports Complex for three days of track and field competition.

PROGRAMME

Ashburton Athletics Club’s Colgate Games Programme Kalym Chalmers - 12 Discus, Long Jump, 400m,800m 1500m Reid Chalmers - 10 Discus, Long Jump, Shot put

$5.50

PHOTO ASHBURTON ATHLETICS CLUB

Brooke Edmond - 8 Discus, Long Jump, Shot put, 100m, 200m Madison Edmond - 10 Discus, Shot put Ashlee Estriech - 11 High Jump, Long Jump, 100m, 200m, 400m Grace Estriech - 9 Relay Tayla Estriech - 13 Discus, 100m, 200m, 400m Oliver Grant - 10 Discus, Long Jump, Shot Put, 100m, 200m Toby Grant - 12 Discus, High Jump, Long Jump, Shot Put, 800m Ollie Jackways - 11 High Jump, Long Jump, 400m, 800m, 1500m Rishaan Kumar - 12 High Jump, Long Jump, 100m, 200m, 400m Timote Makaui - 9 Long Jump, Discus, 60m, 100m, 200m Toakase Makaui - 11 High Jump, 100m,

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Several Ashburton Athletics Club members (above) were in action at the Lovelock Classic in Timaru last week.

200m Ema Manson - 10 Discus, Shot Put, 100m, 400m, 800m Charlotte Peck - 13 High Jump, Long Jump, Shot Put, 100m, 1600m Walk Chloe Peck - 11 Discus, Shot Put Anna Quigley - 11 Long Jump, Shot Put, 100m, 200m Eleanor Ross - 12 Discus, Long Jump, 100m, 200m Gretchan Ross - 9 Discus, Long Jump, Shot Put, 100m, 200m Amelia Young - 8 Discus, Long Jump, 60m, 100m, 200m Relays Entered: 9 Girls 4x100m, 11 Girls 4x100m, 11 Mixed Medley 4x100m, 12 Boys 4x100m, 12 Mixed Medley 4x100m, 13 Girls 4x100m, 13 Mixed Medley 4x400m

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