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Put it down to this. A clumsy booking system, a slow rollout and complacency. That’s why the Ashburton District’s Covid-19 vaccination numbers remain some of the worst in the country, according to mayor Neil Brown. Read more P3, including what suburbs are dragging Mid Canterbury’s vaccination chain.

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A huge crowd flocked to the 2020 Methven Rodeo, one of the first major events since Covid-19 in the district.

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Rodeo to be rescheduled Jonathan Leask The Methven Rodeo will not take place at Labour weekend, but organisers are adamant it will go ahead this summer.

For the first time in 53 years the annual rodeo has been postponed due to the inability to operate at Covid Alert Level 2 restrictions and uncertainty around a drop to Level 1.

“It was a tough decision, but it was the only thing to do at this stage,” rodeo committee secretary Rosa Dekker said.

“I believe we have never had to postpone before, as the only reason we would have is a wet day, and we haven’t had one of those.”

The committee are now looking at future dates once we reach Alert Level 1 and can safely host

large events – most likely in early 2022.

“We are just going to wait until we get more clarity around dropping levels and what holding a large-scale event will look like.”

A return to Level 1 may not be as simple as previously though, she said, with the likes of a possible mandatory vaccine passport for entry to large events.

The Methven Rodeo usually takes place the day after the Winchester Rodeo, which opens the rodeo season, but there will be no double act this year with Winchester also postponing.

Winchester have already announced they will now run on November 28 – a Sunday – and the Methven committee had considered, but then ruled out possibility of their event taking place on the same weekend.

“We are hopeful we will get to run at some stage and have up until April.

“The thing will just be finding a date that fits in with all the other rodeos in the circuit, but

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Mayor suggests complacency amid floundering vaccinations Mid Canterbury vaccination rates by suburb

Adam Burns The Ashburton district’s stuttering vaccination numbers, one of the worst in the country, was due to a clumsy booking system and a hint of complacency, Ashburton’s mayor says.

Ashburton District Mayor Neil Brown is trying to glean the positives and establish innovations alongside health officials to help stimulate the district’s floundering vaccination rates.

But Brown has conceded that a slow rollout, a niggly booking system and an easy-going attitude from some in the community as possible factors.

The Canterbury District Health Board (DHB) confirmed about 74 per cent of the 27,500 eligibile residents in the district had received a first dose and about 37 per cent who were fully vaccinated.

It is again well behind national rates.

“I was suprised it was down that low,” Brown said.

However, the Ministry of Health, who utilise a different data criteria, had the district at 39.4 per cent for one dose and 37.6 per cent for both.

“We are currently working to align these,” DHB senior responsible officer for the Covid-19 response Dr Helen Skinner said.

Regional health officials did not respond directly to questions around why the Ashburton district’s numbers were so dire.

*Eligible population (12+), Ministry of Health First Fully jab jabbed 1. Ashburton Central 78.9% 55.6% 2. Ashburton West 81.5% 53.5% 3. Methven 84.2% 48.9% 4. Allenton North 81.6% 46.5% 5. Allenton East 79% 44% 6. Ashburton East 75.3% 40.2% 7. Ashburton North 78.1% 39% 8. Tinwald North 75.2% 37.3% 9. Allenton South 76.7% 37.2% 10. Ashburton Lakes 80.6% 37.1% 11. Tinwald South 73.8% 35.8% 12. Rakaia 74.7% 35.4% 13. Netherby 69.6% 33.6% 14. Hampstead 67.4% 31.2% 15. Ashburton Forks 74.7% 29.5% 16. Chertsey 78.5% 28.5%

Ashburton District Mayor Neil Brown is optimistic that the district’s Covid vaccination rates can catch up to the rest of the country.

PHOTO ADAM BURNS 061021-AB-7405 “It’s important we work to improve vaccination coverage across Canterbury, as high vaccination rates will not only protect our communities and keep people safe, but will also mean more certainty for our community,” Skinner said.

Brown pointed the finger at an

awkward booking system employed by the Ministry of Health.

“It was cumbersome, it was hard to work and it put people off,” he said.

“People were travelling out of the district to get vaccinated.”

Brown did not rule out a sense of complacency in the commu-

nity with no cases in the South Island.

“There might be some complacency,” he said.

“The people I have talked to who are not vaccinated, have said ‘we haven’t gotten round to it, it’s just getting the time’.”

He said the increase of

non-booking walk-in clinics would help for those who were “time poor”.

Brown said strategies were being explored which focused on targeting the remaining population who were unvaccinated, including a taxi and bus service for locals in outlying areas.

A vaccination booth at Ashburton’s A&P Show, which was scheduled for the end of the month, was also a possibility, he said.

Slow vaccine rollout, slow vaccine response Malcolm Hopwood Age Concern Ashburton blames the slow rollout of the vaccine for

the disappointing response to the Covid jab.

President Jan McClelland said the lack of urgency is reflected in only 74 per cent of Mid Cantabrians receiving their first jab and 37.6 per cent of eligible residents, their second.

Ministry of Health figures suggest Ashburton is the third worst

performing district in the country.

McClelland said it was easy for Age Concern members to book a vaccine at Life Pharmacy, but when they were advised to use the national booking system instead, they didn’t find it easy.

“It was difficult for them to understand, it wasn’t clear and they

faced delays.

“Some were directed to Temuka and Timaru for their vaccines because they faced a six-week delay here,” McClelland said.

McClelland, a retired director of nursing from Ashburton Hospital, suggested the Canterbury DHB should have front-footed the campaign more in Ashburton.

“Fortunately, the turning point has been the involvement of medical practices that members are familiar with and can go to.”

She said the rollout nationally has been difficult “because of the evolving situation” and encourages all older people to be vaccinated for their long-term health.

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SHOW REVIEW The Little Mermaid Junior

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The Little Mermaid Junior opening night was last night and it definitely didn’t disappoint, with colourful costumes and impressive stage.

Straight from the beginning one of the strongest performers was Charlotte Livingstone who played Sebastian. The sparkly red outfit wasn’t the best part, it was her strong voice and her stage presence that brought the character to life.

The first performance by Brooke Miller sent shivers down my spine and goose bumps covered my arms it was that good. And her evil villain laugh was spot on.

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Councillors clash over park disposal Adam Burns

Co-ordinators Ramandeep Kaur and Kate White at Timebank’s fourth birthday picnic at Trott’s Garden.

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TimeBank turns four Jonathan Leask

Four years ago Mid Canterbury Timebank and Keep Learning Mid Canterbury, formerly known as the Learning Exchange, were launched on October 1 by Connecting Mid Canterbury Charitable Trust.

Last weekend, members celebrated everything they have achieved in four years and looked forward to what is next at a garden party at Trott’s Garden.

Co-ordinators Kate White and Ramandeep Kaur supplied the lunch and everyone else came roll-

ing in with their picnic blankets and chairs, thermoses, and some even brought their picnic tables.

“It was a lovely time of catching up with each other, enjoying the yummy afternoon tea and the beautiful surroundings,” White said.

The celebration came after a busy week of events for Mental Health Awareness Week which focused on the five ways to wellbeing.

White said it started off with a human library type event, Local Lives, enabling people to connect with others and hear their stories.

“It was fantastic to hear so many diverse life stories and the event received such positive feedback so we hope to run it again in the future.”

Twelve people told their stories

one-on-one with people who had booked in to hear them, discussing everything from their passions for theatre, music, the arts or the environment, to stories of loss, bereavement, challenges, abuse and resilience.

The attendees heard personal experiences of adoption, migrants settling in new Zealand, being in the LGBT+ community, winning a Commonwealth Gold medallist and more.

In total 56 sessions were booked and attended.

The next big event is TimeBank’s open weekend at the Staveley Camp on November 6-7.

“It will be our biggest event of the year.

“It’s open to the public – an open weekend with heaps of cool stuff,” White said.

Developers of a Tinwald subdivision have been given the all clear by councillors, agreeing to the “disposal” of Grove Street Park.

But that did not stop some district councillors wrangling over some of the finer details at Wednesday’s council meeting.

Ashbury Grove developers GS Holdings put a request to the Ashburton District Council, requesting the disposal of the small neighbourhood park so an access road could be built to the development.

Councillors agreed to the disposal of the park at Wednesday’s council meeting with negotiations of settlement terms to follow.

It followed deliberations at an extraordinary meeting last week.

The application, which triggered public consultation, also proposed a bigger playground be built in the subdivision.

Despite a mixed response from elected members due to the developers advertising sections to the subdivision prior to a resource consent being granted, the majority of the 45 submitters backed the move.

Some residents who lived next to the park expressed concerns around noise and

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The developers proposed about $100,000 worth of playground equipment in lieu of some of its financial contribution as part of the arrangement.

Councillor Stuart Wilson, who previously accused the developers as being “presumptious” before a council sign-off, said the developers needed to pony up.

Wilson pushed for a straight land swap and $50,000 compensation due to the “inconvenience”.

“I never trust developers to build playgrounds [to our standards].”

This appeared to rile the normally mild-mannered Leen Braam, who believed council were starting to shift the goalposts.

“Why are we going to change the rules that we have for other developers,” the urban councillor said.

“We have to be fair.”

Wilson snapped back and said developers needed to pay a premium.

Councillor Rodger Letham agreed in part with Wilson, but queried what was deemed “fair compensation”.

“I think we’re getting a bit emotional because they bolted out of the gate so soon and started selling sections.”

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Bookarama highlight of Holland’s year Malcolm Hopwood Lindsay Holland is a book enthusiast.

He has about 5000 books at home, he’s a member of the Ashburton Family History Library whose collection numbers several thousand and he loves Bookarama.

Holland, a lifelong Rotarian, was a foundation member of Bookarama, established 43 years ago.

Since then, millions of books have exchanged hands, enabling Ashburton Rotary to donate $1.5 million to local charities.

This weekend Holland will be one of the key movers and shakers when 36 pallets of books, each containing 30 boxes, are transported from the Ashburton Showgrounds to the Sports Hall in Tancred Street.

He’s stacked the books into boxes and will help move them by forklift and truck to the Sports Hall.

Last year Ashburton Rotary offered 20,000 books for sale.

This year Holland estimates there’ll be more as Bookarama has been put back a month due to Covid and now opens on October 18.

“We’ll have big crowds of locals and dealers throughout the week.

“Books will be priced from approximately $2 to $5 and everyone

Rotarians, Lindsay Holland (left) and Bryce Elvy, hold a selection of books destined for Bookarama. will get a bargain,” Holland said.

There’ll be fiction, sport, biographies, travel, paperbacks and children’s books. Something for everyone, he said.

But for Holland, the greatest enjoyment will be to encourage reading.

One of Ashburton Rotary’s goals is to foster reading from a young

age and the club gives a book to every school entrant in Mid Canterbury annually.

Holland’s own enthusiasm has seen him collect books from the

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17th century to the present day.

His earliest is a 1699 expose of French politics and his latest might be a first edition he buys at Bookarama from October 18.

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TV show doppelganger at aviation museum Maddison Gourlay There are many gems in the hangars of the Ashburton Aviation Museum, with one small helicopter playing a crucial part in the Korean War, and the American television show about it.

The small helicopter Bell 47G-3D, was introduced to the United States and British Army in 1946 and was used on the 1972 American war comedy-drama M*A*S*H. The early 70s television show follows a team of doctors and support staff stationed at the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital in Uijeongbu, South Korea during the 1950 to 1953 Korean War, the show is well known for lasting longer than the actual Korean War. The Bell 47 can be recognised by the full bubble canopy, exposed welded-tube tail boom, saddle fuel tanks above the cockpit, and skid landing gear with ‘buckets’ which clip onto the landing gear for wounded soldiers to be flown to mobile hospitals such as the one in the M*A*S*H television show.

It was also the first helicopter

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The State Highway 1 Ashburton River bridge will be closed to all traffic on Sunday night, from 10pm until 5am as repairs to the deck after storm damage continue. The deck surface will be smoothed and reinstated after pier repairs following the end of May flood. Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency have advised that a detour will be in place but people need to build in some extra time. The repair to the damaged pier will be completed by mid-October with scour protection work under the bridge going through to the end of October.

Methven walkway The section of the Methven walkway from Mt Hutt Station Road to the RDR re-opens today following a clean-up of wind-blown trees in the area. Contractors have been removing fallen trees and making the area safe after damage caused by last month’s windstorm. Work is also continuing on wind-damaged trees at the Methven Cemetery. Trees in the cemetery were damaged in the winds and are being removed including another section of the Methven walkway and is expected to be finished by Monday.

Methven Cemetery The Bell 47G-3D helicopter at the Ashburton Aviation Museum. certified for civilian use.

More than 5600 of them were produced, including those produced under licence by Agusta in Italy, Kawasaki Heavy Industries in Japan, and Westland Aircraft in the United Kingdom.

The Bell 47 which sits in the hangars of the aviation muse-

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um was given to them by a man in Blenheim, according to museum volunteers.

The small helicopter is estimated to have been given to the museum between 25 to 30 years ago.

The small helicopter was used a lot around the high

country over 30 years ago, as they could easily carry posts and fencing equipment.

According to volunteers a man came to visit the museum a few years ago and pointed out that it was his helicopter, and he used it on a winery in Blenheim.

Changing delivery to suit the times Maddison Gourlay

The workers at Specsavers Ashburton that have been helping the Ashburton community with their eye care and glasses needs during the post Covid lockdown rushes.

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Adaptability is the key for any business to get through lockdowns.

Ashburton Specsavers are one of the many businesses in the district that have adapted to lockdowns, and being able to help some patients from the comfort of their homes.

Retail director of Ashburton Specsavers Brendon Williamson said that this lockdown they were able to help people who needed urgent care.

“We would have calls directed to me, and I would triage them. Then if it was something that couldn’t wait to be seen, our optometrist would call them,” he said.

“From there he could refer them to the hospital for specialist care.”

Williamson said this time is not much different apart from facemasks being more prevalent in our everyday lives.

“People are coming in to find a solution for their facemasks making their glasses fog up,” Williamson said.

“And facemasks are causing people’s glasses to fit differently, so we are doing a lot of adjustments to make sure people are comfortable.”

Ashburton District Council staff have been working with the Methven Community Board on a development plan for the Methven Cemetery. Ashburton District Council community services group manager Steve Fabish said a draft plan has been completed that covers how to deal with the recent storm damage and implications for the future.

“A proper landscape plan is being prepared and will be presented to the community board at its November meeting.”

Glow in the Park EA Networks public celebration of the electricity co-operative’s 100 years in business has been pushed back to April next year. EA Networks partnered with Ashburton District Council to celebrate 100 years of serving the community by staging a three-day lighting spectacle, Glow in the Park, in the Ashburton Domain that was scheduled for August 2729. Covid 19 restrictions postponed those plans and new dates in April next year have been confirmed for Ashburton Glow in the Park from April 8-10. The free, community event involves 13 different light installations plus a fireworks display on the opening night. EA Networks’ story over the past century, from electricity line to fibre-optic cables, will also be told.

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years ago David Rush took a leap of faith, leaving the security of a regular wage packet to become an independent insurance broker.

Today he looks back at the move and says it was the best decision he’s ever made.

His company, Vision Insurance South Island Limited turns 20 this week and David and his team are celebrating.

Day one there was just David working from a small Ashburton office; year 20 that one-man band has grown to include offices in Ashburton and Christchurch and a total staff of nine.

David learned his trade with the now disbanded State Insurance company, working in Timaru, Ashburton, Christchurch, Invercargill and in the company’s final

stages, back to Ashburton.

It’s an industry he loved but with a young family the time had come, he said, to put down roots.

His answer was to strike out on his own as an insurance broker.

A friend running a brokerage in Auckland provided the guidance and contacts needed and decision made, David has never looked back.

“I was absolutely positive about this, about the decision to strike out on my own. The timing was good because State was undergoing a restructuring and I was fed up with moving around the country, I was over being shovelled from pillar to post,” he said.

Setting up as a broker meant getting insurance companies on board. He did his homework, made the approaches and found success.

His timing was impeccable and with the giant State company no longer operating branches, he found a fair

number of his former clients were keen to sign on to his brokerage service.

With a number of clients based in Christchurch David found himself on the road one or two days each week spending all day in Christchurch and in 2004 decided to establish a city base.

Vision Insurance South Island provides fire and general insurance – property, vehicles, business, rural, domestic but not health or life. He leaves those to others.

They’re absolutely local in their roots and their focus and proud of that, David said.

“We’re a truly local company and people appreciate that. For our clients that means they’re usually dealing with one of the co-owners,” he said.

A broker is, in some ways the middle man or the intermediary between client and insurance company. If a client has a claim, that’s made with the insurance company who will appoint a loss adjuster. That’s when the broker’s

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“We make sure that claim is assessed and dealt with fairly. We bat for our clients – we don’t bat for the insurance company, we work on the side of the client,” David said.

Over the years that’s meant some pretty curly issues to deal with, particularly in the EQC era. It’s not uncommon for his company to be dealing with clients whose claim has been incorrectly declined and often that comes down to a lack of understanding of the contract by the insurer’s staff, he said.

“We’re experts in knowing and interpreting the wording in those contracts correctly. We have years of experience in the job.”

Ninety-five per cent of claims, however, are settled without issue.

His clients now cover the length and breadth of New Zealand.

In addition to offering the traditional range of policies, David and his team have tailor made packages to suit specific sectors.

One of those is New Zealand’s only B and B scheme, one that’s supported by the New Zealand B and B Association.

“These businesses are run from home, but they fall outside domestic insurance. Commercial insurance is too expensive for small operations so I started this B and B scheme and it’s been hugely successful,” he said.

He’s also has a sports club package that offers cover for not just buildings and chattels, but also for playing fields – golf courses, bowling clubs, rugby fields.

He looks back over the past 20 years and says he loves the insurance industry today as much as he did on day one.

“Initially there were no such things as a working week and I went a year or two without a holiday, but I enjoyed

that time, enjoyed the challenge,” he said.

“I feel really good about this work, we try to make things right for people and that’s immensely satisfying.

We work to make sure our clients get the best possible outcome that they’re legally entitled to.”

While an insurance broker might be something of a watch dog in terms of ensuring client claims are treated fairly, over the years, he said, he’s come to know many people on the insurance side of the industry and said they’re “pretty good guys”.

Today Vision Insurance is co-owned with James Macfarlane ensuring local ownership will continue. David and James consider themselves lucky to have a team of loyal and very good staff.

They and their team are committed to their industry and to continuing to build strong relationships with their clients “This is a good industry to be in,” David said.

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Proud feline owner Jan McClelland with Richie McClaw.

Richie’s an awesome clawsome Malcolm Hopwood There’s been at least three dogs named after All Black legend Richie McCaw and now there’s a cat.

Two dogs in the Tasman region have been called Richie McPaw and, last year in Rotorua, McCaw, a police dog, was seriously injured when a large filleting knife was thrust into its neck when chasing an alleged offender.

Fortunately, after surgery, McCaw re-

covered and is back in action.

Meanwhile, back in Canterbury, a grey tabby adopted Kate McClelland, a school principal, formerly from Ashburton.

Kate, who lives in Christchurch, already had a moggy so parents, Bruce and Jan didn’t want a cat-astrophy, so went and fetched him.

They preferred a cat-as-a-trophy and called him Richie McClaw. He had plenty of purr-sonality.

Now Richie, 6, with a touch of Abyssinian, enjoys his days, feline good as an indoor, outdoor animal.

And unlike his All Black namesake, he’s microchipped, neutered and house trained.

Fur-real.

Christmas in the Park decisions ahead Covid level restrictions are taking their toll on large community events, where the current climate results in postponements and cancellations.

Christmas in the Park organisers are looking to make a decision on whether the event will take place this year.

It was announced in July this year that the community event would take place on December 4.

The Guardian reported in an earlier article on July 29 that the event was expecting a potential crowd of 15,000 people.

Organisers are waiting for more information around Alert Level 2 and what that means for the event.

They will see what the next couple of weeks bring, and expect to have a meeting to decide the future of the event in the not too distant future.

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Explosive fishing and other tall tales

By Connor Lysaght

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istoric newspaper reports of strange and unusual events, crimes, and encounters never fail to amuse, and the Ashburton Guardian is full of tall tales from over a hundred years ago.

If there is anything to learn from these old stories, it is that we have always been weird.

We often look back on our society from the Victorian era through to World War One and consider our ancestors to have been unsmiling, stiff conformists who kept rigidly in-line with social norms.

The lack of smiles couldn’t be helped of course, due to the long exposure times of cameras back then, but nonetheless this contributed to an impression that has stuck – an impression that is very fun to call into question.

In past Guardian Heritage Page articles we have discussed such strange incidents such as tree thievery in the domain, a prisoner going walkabout, serial swearing, sly-grogging, confidence tricks, grim inquests, and much more.

It seemed like time to expand this growing list of unusual historic happenings from the Ashburton District, starting with an amusing public tantrum from 1879.

The human volcano On the 3rd of March 1879, “Captain” Parker West was brought to court for “quarrelling in the street, stone-throwing, using obscene language, and generally causing a row last evening opposite the Royal Hotel” (Moore Street.)

The offender explained that he “had been interfered with” by a man who threw a stone at him while he was bargaining for a job.

A constable who was at the scene said that there had indeed been “boulders flying about,”

Royal Hotel under snow, Moore Street, 1899-1901. This faded photograph shows the scene of Parker West’s outburst as reported in the Guardian. but they had been thrown by West rather than having been thrown at him.

The Resident Magistrate was unimpressed, and according to the Guardian he “thought that a dark volcano that belched “boulders” from its crater to the danger of the lieges should become extinct at once, at least for a time, and the “captain’s” light will therefore be hid for a week in the gaol”.

A terror to trout In late 1915, a group of men were charged with poaching in the river using an unusual method.

The Guardian stated, “Thomas Crowe, Christopher Hutchison, Harry Stevens, Thomas Connolly, and Ernest Vaughan (Mr R. Kennedy) were charged with using

an explosive to catch or destroy fish in the Ashburton River”.

According to Mr Kennedy, who pleaded guilty on behalf of the group, Stevens and Connolly had laid the charge of explosive and the others had merely come along with them.

The group used an explosive called gelignite, which was used for many things such as blowing up stumps, demolition, mining and so on, and this type of explosive is infamous for having caused a slew of incidents and accidents throughout the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

It’s still a formidable substance today – in 2010, a farmer brought a box of gelignite to the Balclutha police station and left it on the front step in good faith, causing a bomb scare which prompt-

Christopher Hutchison, one of the men implicated in the explosive fishing incident of 1915.

ed an evacuation of 40 people.

“The effect of [the gelignite] was not to kill the fish, except those in the immediate vicinity of the explosion; the other fish near might be stunned, but would probably recover.”

It was reported that Connolly had since enlisted and was at Trentham, the Guardian reporter quipping that “he might use his knowledge of explosives in a better direction later on”.

Although poaching had been going on for some time along the river, this was the first prosecution of its kind in Ashburton due to the fact that it was “the first occasion upon which the offenders had been caught”.

I wonder why that was the case – can’t have been the massive bang that gave it away!

The crudest crime yet A particularly vulgar case came before Mr T. Bailey and Hugh Ward at Methven on the 28th of August 1913 involving a farm labourer, a box of teacups, and the leaving of “offensive matter” – you can guess where this one is going.

The crime occurred following a social held at Highbank, in a shed on the property of a Mr McLean Frank Thomas and two of his mates snuck back into the shed after it was locked up after the social finished at 3 in the morning, with the intention of “securing some eatables”.

They could not find anything to eat, and so “the defendant took one of the cups from the box, filled it with offensive matter, and smeared over the remainder of the crockeryware!”

Several witnesses gave corroborative evidence, and one George Frizelle who was with Thomas when he did the “dirty trick” heard the defendant say

“I’ll fix them up” while committing the offence.

Thomas denied doing it, stating that he was not on friendly terms with the witness Frizelle.

According to the Guardian, after summing up the evidence, “His Worship said it was the second case of its kind that had come up for hearing at Methven and he had not come across a similar case anywhere else. It seemed as if many of the young men of the district had filthy minds and a filthy way of playing practical jokes.”

Thomas very well could have been locked up for the offence, but he was fined instead and it was said that “if any similar cases came before the Court the offenders would be sent to prison”.

There you have it – perhaps the strangest one of them all so far, and the fact that something like this happened at least twice just proves my point, that people have always been capable of some pretty strange things when they set their mind to it.

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Fiery exchanges and rail delights

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eport fireworks, rail hub delight, a mongrel approach to vaccination and a please explain needed. It was all part of our week in review.

Daryl Holden

All aboard High fives all around to those involved in getting Mid Canterbury’s freight rail hub over the line. Or over the railway track, as is more the case.

The $14 million project is now full steam ahead, thanks to a $2 million Government cash injection to get over the final financial hurdle.

The project was a joint initiative between the Ashburton District Council, the Wareing Group, and KiwiRail.

Importantly, it meant KiwiRail could move its historic rail container terminal to the Fairton industrial area.

“We’ll be able to increase the amount of local rail freight from 6000 containers to 20,000 containers a year,’’ KiwiRail group chief executive Greg Miller said.

“That’s half a million tonnes off the region’s roads.’’

Ganging up – for us Ridiculous or actually pretty darn smart?

Take your pick because news that two key Waikato Mongrel Mob members were granted essential work exemptions to get into Auckland and help contact affected gang communities

needing to be vaccinated certainly divided public reaction.

Me? I’m all for it, especially if it means influential blokes, as they obviously are, can encourage other gang members and their families, which are disproportionately Maori and Pasifika, to take their jabs and help end everyone’s lockdown nightmare.

So, people, let’s be kind everyone and hug all the gang members because they’re great members of our community.

Now, excuse me while I reach for my medication.

Nice one, Stu Stuart Wilson is fast becoming a favoured Ashburton councillor.

Why? It’s certainly not because I believe and agree with everything that comes out of Stuie’s mouth. Oh, good grief no.

But I love his passion for the district and how he says what he means.

That was again obvious in a fiery council meeting on Wednesday after the almost tiresome talk, talk and more talk about plans for a second bridge in the town.

Wilson fired up when discussing the consultants’ business case report on the bridge project.

Wilson labelled the report as sloppy, described the report writers as idiotic, and then begrudgingly voted in support of the adoption of the report but added that it was “blackmail”.

Not your best work, Andy Former Wimbledon tennis champion Andy Murray needs to find a better place to keep his wedding ring when he’s playing.

The Scot is appealing to fans to help him find his wedding ring, which was attached to his stolen tennis shoes in California.

“I basically tie my wedding ring to my tennis shoes while I’m playing because I can’t play with it on my hand,’’ Murray said.

A good-ish idea, I guess, but it’s safe to say it’ll probably be the last time Murray tries that after his shoes were stolen, with his wedding ring tied to them.

Murray said he made a terrible mistake by leaving his smelly shoes under his car to air them out at a hotel in California where he was preparing to play.

Someone swooped on the shoes, with an added surprise.

“So, yeah, my wedding ring’s been stolen as well. Needless to say, I’m in the bad books at home… ’’

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Ashburton Guardian Saturday, October 9, 2021

Mrs Mac – Life in a vacuum Q

uite apart from living with a vacuous husband, Mrs Mac’s vac skills extend way further.

She’s an incredible woman really, offers great counsel, a sense of balance to the family, an anchor, a rock, the glue that holds us all together.

But like anyone on the planet, she’s not perfect.

Close. But not quite there.

The list of areas to work on is quite short, and theoretically fairly simple to fix, but despite four plus decades of gentle attempts at subtle, friendly, helpful communication, a few basics still elude her.

Now before the Mrs Mac defence crew spring to her aid, I need to point out one pertinent fact.

It was her idea for me to write about this.

I commend her. Acknowledging your problems is the first step.

And if you pass her on the street or around town somewhere (Acads meeting perhaps on Thursday afternoons – don’t judge she’s getting it under control), perhaps you could offer words of encouragement.

The one that’s perplexed the bejesus out of me all our life together is the matter of the vacuum cleaner.

Her use of it is exemplary and her eye for dust and assorted

Peter McQuarters PETE’S PERSPECTIVE matter ripe for suction and disposal is highly developed.

We all know it. Women are much better tuned to spotting these sorts of problems.

How else do you account for getting called out after much sluicing of your razor contents down the hand basin, that a woman can see the two microns of hair particle that somehow survived clinging to the side of the bowl.

For a guy, it’d take special microscopic glasses to identify. To a woman, Mrs Mac specifically, those tiny microns stand out in the basin like very large landscape rocks.

But I digress.

Here’s the issue.

When I do the vacuuming, I’ll pick an area to start and once having worked that, I will deplug, and find a closer socket before continuing on.

On the planet Mrs Mac used to inhabit, they went out to the full extent of their five metre cord, and then, as folklore has it, they believed that if you require say 5.2 metres, you could just leave it plugged in and tug

the almighty on the cord.

No matter that there’s three wires in the plug conveying from the socket, powerful electrical stuff to the vac.

Ladies and gentlemen, if we tug and tug, the cable will stretch elastically, magically, and at a push, the current may

even jump the gap when the issue is pushed, or pulled, to extreme.

So that’s about it. The only real issue. Okay a couple more that can wait for another day.

She’s not only all-powerful on the vac, she’s a sucker for me.

Thanks Darl.

Broadcaster Peter Mac is Ashburton born and bred and the afternoon host on the Hokonui Radio Network.

The views expressed in this column are his and do not reflect the opinion of his employer or the Ashburton Guardian.

Principal responds to college abuse allegations As principal, I wish to correct several inaccuracies that appeared in Thursday’s Guardian.

■■ There have been concerns raised regarding some aspects of Te Whare Manaaki (our special needs unit). We have commissioned a thorough report, which is due to us any day.

Porsha Coley was aware of this report because she has been interviewed. As part of this process, all parties involved had signed a confidentiality agreement!

■■ At this stage we haven’t received the draft or finalised report, so clearly we are unable to comment.

■■ Porsha Coley had been employed as a teacher aide. She is not a qualified “special education teacher”.

The Guardian’s view: The Ashburton Guardian will always stand up for its community in a fair and balanced manner, especially when community members have directly approached us for help with a legitimate concern if they believe all other avenues have been tried.

That’s what happened in this case when a mother, frustrated and worried for her child’s safety at high school, came directly to the Guardian with serious allegations of abusive and intimidating behaviour by a teacher at Ashburton College.

Other mothers and former staff then emerged, some with copies of correspondence with the school about the unit, including in-class witness accounts of alleged poor teacher behaviour towards staff and students dating back three years.

On Thursday, further members of the community made approaches. Following publication of our story, Ashburton College confirmed it had commissioned a report into its special needs unit because, as the principal

said, some concerns had been raised.

That interim report was due for completion soon. We just hope key report findings and solutions would be shared with the community.

Parents and guardians of special needs children in the class certainly need to know what will change.

Anyone considering enrolling their children in the Te Whare Manaaki unit would also like reassurances that all was well.

In summary, we make no apologies for questioning the school and its special needs unit performance about such serious allegations.

That’s the very least our community would expect us to do.

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ton District Council meeting to listen to the debate and to adopt (or reject) the findings of Stantec consultants regarding the second urban Ashburton bridge.

To hear council CEO Hamish Riach state (and also reported in Thursday’s Guardian) “If the council wanted to pay 100 per cent of the bridge, they can put it anywhere they like”.

This statement is grossly misleading! There is NO funding in place for a bridge constructed on Chalmers Avenue.

Ashburtonians, be aware that the adoption of this report sets in concrete that the second urban bridge location will now be Chalmers Avenue.

It was also very interesting to hear Stantec report that there was no reason a suitable new bridge could not be constructed alongside the current SH1 bridge after hearing for years from the council that “this would not be possible”.

As we’ve known all along it is possible. It’s a State Highway and would be funded by NZTA. Councillors are elected to ensure that the wishes of the public are given due consideration.

I was at the public meeting held at the Intermediate School where the public voted 100 per cent against a bridge at the end of Chalmers Avenue.

Why have councillors gone

against the wishes of the public?

Bev Skates

■■ I (as principal) was unwilling to comment about allegations from “unnamed sources” as that’s the hallmark of tabloid journalism.

■■ Our board of trustees’ chairwoman correctly identified that it was a matter for the school to address rather than the BOT. ■■ Our school policy is clear that only the principal will deal with media inquiries so the teacher concerned was correct in not answering questions from any reporter. In spite of being contacted repeatedly by the reporter. How did this reporter access a personal cell number?

■■ The disability support worker named has never applied for any of the advertised positions

at Ashburton College.

■■ The Ministry of Education has had no contact from the Guardian to establish if these “allegations” have any basis.

We have 20-plus wonderful students in Te Whare Manaaki and all of them are unique. We work very hard to provide a safe and welcoming environment for their complex needs.

Ashburton College principal, Ross Preece

Look at the statistics.

How do we get these people to comply.

Easy. Mum, if your young ones won’t go along and get the jab, just close the door, and tell them you do not want to run the risk.

So they either undertake to have the jab done, or they find somewhere else to park their body!

They have had it pretty easy until now, but . . . I think we have become a bit complacent, and the plea to comply applies to everyone.

Bruce Leighton

LETTERS Covid vaccinations Come on you laggards. Rattle your dags, and get your AIG. One of the lowest vaccinated areas in New Zealand, that is a disgrace.

My guess is that the majority of those not treated are in the younger sector of our community. They don’t listen to anyone (Unless they are top of the hit parade), so they need some stimulating.

If you don’t get vaccinated, you are threatening most of the people you have contact with.

The results are not funny. The virus is deadly, and it is not just a light flu that you get. It can kill!

Second bridge I attended Wednesday’s Ashbur-

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f you asked Ashburton’s Mitch McCann about highlights of his TV career, he’d most likely select a hotel experience in Tokyo.

As a TV3 presenter and journalist, Mitch was covering the Tokyo Olympics when the New Zealand Sevens team appeared from nowhere at the team hotel and performed an incredible haka for Kiwi gold medal rowers.

Mitch and cameraman, Bob Grieve from Methven, were standing in the middle of it. “You could hear a pin drop afterwards. I had goosebumps watching it unfold,” he said. “I’ll never forget the pride in that room and getting to be part of it all.”

Mitch is recently back from Japan, after 30 days of long shifts filing for TV3 news back home, but he wouldn’t change a thing. “It was eye-opening, working in a country devastated by Covid-19,” he recalls.

“We had strict protocols to follow to make sure we were safe.”

His experiences are many and include talking to Olympic medal winners such as Lisa Carrington and Dame Valerie Adams.

But for as many positives, there are negatives, the downside of journalism. Mitch has covered the Christchurch shootings and the White Island eruption that resulted in significant loss of lives.

Christchurch to him was a surreal experience.

“It was so hard to believe what was happening. I was at the desk, live interviewing reporters and people at the scene, trying to bring a mix of authority and compassion while trying to work out in my head what the hell was happening to a city I’d spent years living in,” he said.

“When White Island happened, I was more confident because I’d had that first experience and I think it showed in our programming.”

Mitch is in the unique position of both reading the news and reporting on it. He’s the main anchor for TV3’s 11.30am news and a 6 o’clock reporter. In addition, he’s presented across different shows including Covid-19 specials, afternoon bulletins, hosting 6pm on weekends and the AM Show.

Ashburton has presented its share of TV personalities, so is it in the soil? The DNA? Or the geography of the place?

“Coming from a small district encourages curiosity,” Mitch said.

His Ashburton heritage makes him want to tell stories of people like farmers and small business owners.

“They deserve a voice as much as someone in an office in Wellington or Auckland.”

There were moments in his childhood where his passion for

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Mitch McCann isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty. As a youngster he delivered the Ashburton Guardian and now, as a TV3 presenter, he also reports on the news which extends from the heights of Olympic success to the tragedy and drama of the Christchurch shootings.

By Malcolm Hopwood

news directed his thinking. He participated in a current affairs quiz on his fifth birthday and, as a youngster, sat for hours alongside his grandfather watching sport and news channels.

But expressing himself publicly was enough to give him a heart attack. “It wasn’t until the speech finals at Ashburton Intermediate that I thought maybe I’m quite talented at this sort of thing,” he said.

“That was quite a pivotal moment for me. I think I did a speech about Britney Spears.”

Mitch’s first job ever was in news.

Assisted by his mother, Debbie, he delivered the Guardian around Allenton. Debbie folded the papers before he dropped them off. He was an avid reader of the Guardian

which played a role in his obsession with news media.

He progressed to studying journalism in Christchurch and reported for RadioLIVE, admitting he was “shit scared” at interviewing Richie McCaw and Steve Hansen, at the age of 19.

“I was terrified, I didn’t want to offend them or ask a stupid question. That was a really good learning experience,” he said.

Mitch’s radio experience, which started in Canterbury, elevated him to Auckland. After a few years TV followed. He emphasises it wasn’t an automatic progression. If you want to be successful in TV news, you have to work pretty hard and be in it for the right reasons, he said.

“I spent time working ungodly hours on Breakfast TV and accepted that it’s an industry that doesn’t pay for astronomical hours. But, after all of that, I feel incredibly lucky to gain access to events and moments others don’t get to,” he said.

Mitch sees one of the biggest challenges that journalists face is the distrust people have in mainstream media. It comes from an increase in misinformation from places like Facebook which challenges factual reporting.

While Mitch enjoys the satisfaction of presenting a news bulletin and the adrenaline rush that accompanies it, he’s also aware of the role’s responsibility. But satisfaction isn’t the word he’d use

when reporting on the worst day of someone else’s life. It’s the sense that, as a professional broadcaster, he’s done a good job.

He didn’t feel great after covering the Christchurch shootings. “It can be a rollercoaster for obvious reasons,” Mitch said.

There’s a prevailing sense in the Ashburton community that TV news is Auckland-centric and the South Island doesn’t matter. While Mitch understands the sentiment, he points to events such as the Ashburton floods, Pike River and fires in Ohau, Nelson and Wanaka, as examples of South Island coverage.

But he acknowledges there could be increased coverage, and, on a personal level, he tries to include

Ashburton Guardian Saturday, October 9, 2021

Above – Mitch left the studio to cover the fires in the Far North over the new year.

Left – When it comes to breaking news on TV3 such as Covid updates, Mitch McCann is the presenter you see.

Right – Mitch was down at the Auckland waterfront during the final race of the America’s Cup.

South Island voices in his stories when he can. “I was really conscious of this when I hosted a radio show during the election last year,” he said.

If news happens in Ashburton, “it’s not uncommon to deploy my nanna or sister to the scene of something to report back to me”.

He’s had both of them on radio witnessing an event. “I think they’re still waiting to be paid,” he said.

He recalls Tinwald played a role when he covered the funeral of rugby legend, Sir Colin Meads in 2017. “When we arrived a few blokes at the rugby club expected us to be latte drinking Aucklanders, dressed in suits. When I told one of them about growing up playing rugby for the Tinwald Tigers, their whole demeanour changed.”

Mitch acknowledges how the inspiration of other Mid Canterbury TV reporters such as Susie Nord-

qvist, Donna-Marie Lever and Ben Irwin, has given him encouragement to pursue his career. He has friends who’ve left New Zealand to work for the BBC or Al Jazeera and he’d “like to work overseas as a correspondent for TV3 someday”.

That’s in the future but, at present, he’s enjoying bringing authority to a news bulletin, always cautious to be himself and not pretend to be a “know it all”.

Mitch enjoys returning to family, hanging out over summer and having a beer in the sun at Cleavers Corner. “It’s great to get out of Auckland and come home. You need to breathe in fresh air once in a while.”

But there’s just a hint that Ashburton is still in the boy. “Who knows maybe one day if there’s a job (on the Guardian), I might come back to where it all started,” he said.

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Above – Mitch McCann shunted Duncan Garner out of the way to host the AM Show earlier this year. Enjoying the squeeze is sports presenter, Nicky Styris.

Below – Hello Ashburton. Mitch and camera operator, Bob Grieve, from Methven, give the thumbs up to their home district at Tokyo’s Olympic rings.

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Jan McClelland standin for those who can’t J

an McClelland is a champion, a dignity champion. To give her full title, she’s an Age Concern NZ Dignity Champion.

She’s the first in Ashburton, but not the last.

At the next Age Concern meeting later this month, she intends to challenge members to become Dignity Champions.

The idea is fresh from Age Concern’s headquarters in Wellington and accompanies the International Day of Older Persons, celebrated last week. To become a champion like Jan, people must pledge to; ■■ Reject stereotypes and focus on the uniqueness of every individual ■■ Combat those who speak negatively about growing old ■■ Have the courage to question practices, disrespectful of older people ■■ Not patronise them ■■ Be patient, polite and friendly ■■ Have zero tolerance for abuse or neglect ■■ Build relationships to combat isolation and loneliness.

It’s what we call a tall order, a big list, but Jan McClelland is up for it and she wants others to join her. It’s time for older people to stand up for their rights she says.

Inherent in the pledge is the requirement for respect, patience and recognition. Seniors want to live safely, be valued and have their contribution recognised.

And regarding elder abuse, she says “it’s alive and well and living in the community”.

Jan McClelland regards dignity champions as an “excellent initiative which makes people think about the importance of seniors, here and nationally, and the benefits they bring to society”.

In the latest information from Statistics NZ, there are nearly 7000 people over 65 in Mid Canterbury and nearly 8000 over 60.

At an age when Jan McClelland should be retiring, she’s not.

Her lifetime of local service now extends to serving older people and advocating for their rights. And she’s taken the pledge to do it.

By Malcolm Hopwood That’s 23.7 per cent or almost a quarter of the people living here. It’s a higher population in comparison to other areas of New Zealand, Statistics NZ says.

That’s music to Jan’s ears. If there are greater numbers of older people who live here, they deserve a better deal. In particular, she says they play a valuable role in the local workforce.

Many continue to work well into their 60s and 70s. Their experience and ability is valuable, McClelland says.

“They often mentor other people who work alongside them and provide lifetime experiences,” she says.

“They offer an increased sense of commitment, are very reliable and their work ethic can be an example for other generations.”

Just as there are strategies to bring people back into the workforce, she’d like to see a similar initiative to decrease the workload of an older person as they prepare for retirement. They may not be able to contribute 40 hours a week, but, if there was a clause in their contract, they could work 30 or 20 hours and still make an effective contribution.

“It would be good if businesses restructured a role to accommodate seniors working

The protesters stretched from Oak Grove corner, all the way down Elizabeth Street in October, 1994, to oppose the possible closure of Ashburton Hospital.

Among them was registered nurse, Jan McClelland. The protesters won and Ashburton Hospital was saved.

less hours,” she believes.

Age Concern also supports the government’s Better Later Life Action Plan announced this month. The action plan sets out the government’s priorities and commitments over the next three years and aims to ensure New Zealanders have what they need to age well – with a particular focus on employment, housing and digital inclusion.

McClelland is particularly gratified Age Concern contributed three of the five criteria.

They focus on digital literacy, life-long learning and training and providing an adequate standard of living.

Life-long learning refers to the benefits of a multi-generational workforce, housing to adequate rental and lifestyle accommodation while digital literacy focuses on online banking and the skills needed to be effective in that space.

Jan McClelland was born to serve the community. It was in her DNA. She attended Borough School, Ashburton College and then attended the Christchurch School of Nursing, based at Princess Margaret Hospital.

She trained there and met Peter McMahon, a Lincoln College graduate. They married in Ashburton and moved to Whangarei where he

started a job with Lands and Survey.

“Our honeymoon was spent driving from Ashburton to Whangarei,” Jan recalls.

But within weeks Peter suffered a haemorrhage playing rugby and died a week later. Jan was a new bride living in an unknown city.

“I was devastated. I just had to get on with life as best I could,” she said.

She returned to Ashburton to live with her parents, worked as a registered nurse at Ashburton Hospital and then at Princess Margaret before enjoying an 18-month OE in England. Even then she stayed within her profession, nursing privately through an agency and at a London clinic.

On her return she included midwifery in her CV, but then tragedy struck again. Her sister, Derelie, died of a clot to the lung two weeks after giving birth to her third child. Jan came to the rescue and spent eight months on a Kaikoura dairy farm looking after the other two children.

“It was tough on my parents who never really got over it,” she recalls.

But often there’s a silver lining to an act of compassion and generosity. While in Kaikoura she met Bruce McClelland who was working as a loader/driver for a top-dressing firm.

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Jan graduated as a registered nurse in 1975.

They met, were attracted, married and decided to relocate to Ashburton. Jan returned to hospital nursing.

It was a commitment that lasted nearly 30 years. For the last 15, until her retirement in 2015, she was director of nursing for Ashburton Hospital and Rural. It was an administrative position based on management and leadership, but had a responsibility far beyond Mid Canterbury.

Rural included the country hospitals around Canterbury and, once a month, nurse managers from Akaroa, Waikari, Kaikoura, Oxford, Darfield and latterly Chatham Islands would come here to discuss management and professional issues.

From time-to-time Jan would “drive to them and visit their facilities”. Her only regret was the hospital at the Chathams which came into her loop just prior to retirement.

Among many memories of her time at Ashburton Hospital, one of the most memorable was securing it from political interference. Staff, nurses and the community joined together late in 1994 to retain the hospital and its services.

“We did a ‘hands around the hospital’ where we linked arms and protested,” Jan remembers.

“It was a huge relief when the hospital was retained. It was political. Ashburton would have lost an essential service.”

Her fervent hope is that the hospital and its skilled level of qualified specialists and medical team will continue to provide a valuable service to the community.

Jan may have retired six years ago to enjoy her garden, husband and family, regular exercise and bridge, but those qualities of service, leadership and advocacy soon became sought after by Age Concern.

She’s president and our first Dignity Champion with a pledge to seek a better deal for older people in Mid Canterbury.

For about a quarter of the population, their time has come.

Above – Jan McClelland relaxes at home.

Left – Jan and husband, Bruce, enjoy their garden.

Right – Jan (right) retired as director of nursing in 2015. Together with her PA, Sara Grant, she enjoyed her office being festooned with balloons.

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DriveThrough Got a car question? Maybe Roger can help.

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roger@theguardian.co.nz

Purely electric

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his very latest version of the Kona Electric is pictured on Fishermen’s Point, at Lake Ellesmere/Te Waihora.

That’s a place where the original inhabitants of the collection of definitely Kiwiana baches could never have imagined having an electricity supply, let alone the arrival of a very easy to drive, pure electric car with a real-world driving range of up to 484km.

Or that the Government will pay a Clean Car Rebate(refund) of $8625 when

Kona Electric Pricing: as driven: $79,990. The

Elite is $87,990 and 39.2kWh versions are $69,990 & $76,990 respectively. (All plus on-road costs) Powertrain: 150kW/395Nm electric motor,64kWh Lithiumion battery, reduction gear transmission, front-wheel drive.

Claimed overall electricity use: 14.3kWh Size: 4215mm long,1800mm wide, 1565mm high, 2600mm wheelbase.

Turning circle: 10.2 m.

Towing: not rated to tow.

Warranty: 3years -100,000ks battery 8years-160,000ks.

Safety: 5 Star ANCAP.

you purchase a new one costing less than $80,000.

This model, at $79,990, qualifies for that (as do the two versions with 39.2kWh batteries and 305km range), but not the more comprehensively equipped 64kWh Elite model, which costs $87,990.

Closed grille look

Apart from the ‘closed’ grille, which promotes comments, mostly favourable, from onlookers, it’s looks pretty much like all the other smart and shapely Kona models.

Cabin and Tech

The nicely trimmed cabin is both neat, uncomplicated, and nicely laid out.

Again, it’s much the same as other Kona, except for an energy meter in place of a rev-counter and the transmission select buttons.

There’s many driver’s-assist, comfort and safety aids too, including adaptive cruise control and large infotainment touchscreen, which also shows current battery charge, charge times etc.

There’s perforated leather-like seating, the front passengers with height adjustment.

Within the relatively compact dimensions, with the front seats comfortably occupied, there was still more than sufficient space/comfort in the back seat for Bernard E. and another!

The luggage area holds 332 litres (just a little less than the petrol versions) and is complete with safety vest and first aid kit.

Electrical Power/Zero Emissions

The electric motor/ 64kWh lithium-ion

battery (with water cooling) combination delivers 150kW and 395Nm of torque – the latter immediately. So, moving away can be both decidedly swift and silent in the selectable Sport mode.

However, most drivers will be more than happy with the performance in either the Comfort or Eco selections, the latter which maximises brake regeneration (can be adjusted via the steering wheel paddles to suit your preferences/ driving conditions) and is fine for around town. Eco is even better for open road driving, although Comfort means quicker responses.

The quoted overall power usage is 14.3kWh/100km, which pretty much tallied up with that for the 350km driven.

Then while I didn’t do so, I’d be happy on leaving with the battery fully charged, to drive to Dunedin.

Charging up

Thanks to Jayden at Hyundai Ashburton having the battery fully charged, this was something I didn’t have to do.

But it’s easy to do, and except for doing long road trips, best done at home.

In this respect, if time is not a concern, you can trickle charge up to 100 per cent with the supplied 3-pin cable in 28 hours.

However, most owners (I would) will invest in a 7.2-amp home wall box charger, with which a full charge takes about nine hours.

Then, when on the go, connecting to a 50kW DC rapid charging point charges to 80 per cent in up to 65 minutes.

About and out of town

With McPherson strut front and a

multilink rear suspension, plus some decent grip from the Michelin Primacy4 tyres, a confident, comfortable, and quiet ride, both about town and on country roads, including some gravel was enjoyed.

Even with the additional weight of the battery pack below the rear seats-luggage compartment floor it’s predictable and composed, even through more challenging corners.

Safety

There’s the same advanced, comprehensive, active SmartSense safety suite as for all Kona.

Finale This very easy to drive, pure electric

Kona, with its suite of practical features, technology, safety, zeroemissions, and a real-world driving range of up to 484km is impressive!

However, as is the case for all long range capable, emission free pure EVs, even with the $8625 Clean Car Rebate, it does cost considerably more than petrol Kona (from $34,990).

So those who may question the carbon footprint of EV batteries, and/or just how the electricity has been generated to charge them, may reckon the $69,990 high-performance 2-litre turbo-petrol (280kW/392Nm) Kona N is an alternative!

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Tesla rockets up the charts New vehicle sales Ford Ranger 1408 Tesla Model 3 1066 Mitsubishi Outlander 963 Toyota Corolla 744 Toyota Hilux 648 Toyota RAV4 575 Mitsubishi ASX 472 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 427 MG ZS 329 Mazda CX-5 296

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lectricity helped give New Zealand new-vehicle sales a boost for September, with a big bounceback from Covid restrictions: it was the second biggest month on record for registrations, with electrified models making up 21 per cent of the 16,518 total.

“Electrification” includes hybrid vehicles of course, but a Battery Electric Vehicle was also headline news: the Tesla Model 3 was the second biggest-selling vehicle of any type, behind the Ford Ranger but ahead of the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Incredibly, the Tesla also outsold Toyota mainstays such as the Corolla, Hilux and RAV4.

The Model 3 helped BEVs make a big impression overall, with 1512 pure-electric vehicles sold, ahead of 1456 hybrids and 537 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs).

Year to date there have been 123,016 new vehicles sold, an increase of 40.6 per cent over Covid-affected 2020.

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he stunning Jaguar XF demonstrates its exceptional performance and exhilarating driving dynamics in a thrilling chase sequence in the new James Bond film No Time To Die in cinemas right now.

Filmed in Matera, Southern Italy, two XF saloons weave through the narrow, twisting city streets, driving across piazzas and down cobbled steps in pursuit of James Bond.

Both XFs feature Jaguar’s all-wheel drive system with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics, which delivered incredible levels of traction on the low-grip surfaces as No Time To Die’s henchmen demonstrate that no street is too small and no corner too tight.

The saloon’s lightweight aluminium-intensive architecture and advanced suspension design enable exceptional handling and agility together outstanding ride, comfort and refinement.

Chris Corbould, No Time To Die’s special effects and action vehicle supervisor, said: “The Jaguar XF was an exciting choice for this high-intensity car sequence. We always look to push the boundaries to extreme limits in our stunts, and this extends to the capabilities of the vehicles too.

“There is no compromise with this particular scene.

There were only inches to spare in the narrow alleyways and no margin for error, the XF shows its performance and driving dynamics.”

Anna Gallagher, Jaguar Brand Director, said: “Whether it’s a high-speed pursuit through twisting streets and piazzas of Southern Italy, where the car filmed it’s No Time To Die chase sequences, or the bustling streets of London – the XF really is a car for every occasion.”

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onda have finally revealed an official photo of its 2023 Honda Civic Type R. While spy photos have been previously leaked, this is the first official look at the next-generation Civic.

It doesn’t look like the upcoming hot hatch will move away from the Type R aesthetic, based on the 11th-generation Civic hatch.

The hatchback Civic has been given larger front grilles, red badges and Brembo brake calipers, big black wheels with vents behind the front ones, three exhaust tips, a sizeable rear spoiler, and lower, more aggressive, all round bodywork.

The car will debut in 2022, according to Honda.

And while we don’t

have a huge amount of details to go off, we do know that development is heading to the Nürburgring and once the car has been finally released, apparently it will be the “best performing Honda Civic Type R ever.”

CONTACTLESS SERVICE

Malcolm Lovett Automotive We are open for contactless business.

8am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

Can pick up / deliver your vehicle.

Phone 03 308 9109 Corner Cass and Havelock St (use Cass St entrance)

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ispano Suiza continues to attract attention and admirers during its European tour thanks to the Carmen and Carmen Boulogne, the fully electric hypercars with which the brand has come back to life and elevates the concept of luxury and high performance to its maximum power.

After taking part in the iconic Salon Privé in the UK, the IAA Mobility in Germany and the St. Moritz International Automobile Week & Motorsport Rendezvous in Switzerland over the past few weeks, Hispano Suiza headed to Italy to participate in the Concorso d’Eleganza at Villa d’Este.

Last week the Grand Hotel Villa d’Este became the centre of attention in the world of luxury cars.

Located in an idyllic setting on the shores of Lake Como and surrounded by mountains, Villa d’Este has been the chosen scenario of Concorso d’Eleganza since 1929, an event that brings together all kinds of vehicles with the concept of luxury and elegance as a common nexus.

Hispano Suiza took to the concours with its striking Carmen Boulogne.

Designed, developed and manufactured in Barcelona, the Carmen Boulogne is the maximum representation of exclusiv-

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ity. With a design characterised by sportiness and timeless elegance, the Carmen Boulogne integrates the exclusive legacy of the brand in an ultra- modern, fully electric vehicle delivering no less than 1114hp.

Its name pays tribute to the victories of Hispano Suiza in the Georges Boillot Cup race, held near the French town of Boulogne, and its carbon fibre exterior finish combined with its cutting-edge technology make it a true work of art on wheels.

The Hispano Suiza Carmen Boulogne was part of the prototype category of the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este and was one of the great attractions of the show, which is usually held in May and that, due to Covid-19, had been delayed.

Francesc Arenas, Design Director of Hispano Suiza said: “We are delighted to participate in such an iconic event as the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este with our Carmen Boulogne.

“Design has always been a differentiating element for Hispano Suiza, and it continues to be so today in the new models of the brand.

“When designing the Carmen and the Boulogne, we tried to combine the worlds of luxury and high performance, just as it happened with our historic models. We are sure that it will not leave anyone indifferent!”

The Phantom revived S

uzuki has revived the Phantom name with a new special edition GSX-R1000R, available with an RRP of £17,499 (around $NZ34,000).

Like the iconic GSX-R1000 K6 Phantom from 2006, the new GSX-R1000R Phantom is completed with a Yoshimura exhaust – this time an R11 silencer and heatshield finished in black metal magic with a carbon cap – and a smattering of genuine Suzuki accessories, including track-focused brake and clutch lever guards, a tank pad and fuel cap trim, and a smoked double bubble screen.

A single seat cowl matches the matt black livery, which is complemented by gloss black decals.

Standing out against the stealthy black colour scheme are gold wheels and gold Showa Balance Free front forks.

The GSX-R1000R produces 202PS from its inline-four cylinder engine, which uses the same variable valve timing system as the MotoGP world championship-winning GSX-RR. A full suite of electronics features a bi-directional quickshifter, lean angle-sensitive, 10-mode traction control and ABS, launch control, and three power modes.

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FinalWhistle The Guardian’s sports wrap

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all your sporting news

Derby match kicks off the season

Charging bull

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Shut the Tait

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Methven Cup

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Into the unknown

The South Canterbury senior cricket competition for the season begins today and Mid Canterbury’s two sides, Tech and Allenton will do battle in a local derby on the Ashburton Domain Oval. Full story P26

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Blindside

Mid Canterbury’s leading sports writer Matt Markham

matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

STARS OF THE WEEK Brent White Winning races at a Premier meeting is about as tough as it gets in horse racing. Ashburton trainer, Brent White picked up a double last weekend at Addington, and is one of NZ’s best strike-rate trainers.

Bull in a china shop . . .

Mid Canterbury rugby league player, Devaun Thompson made an impressive start to his campaign with the Canterbury Bulls last weekend, as they pushed aside their West Coast rivals in a 15-try romp at Nga Puna Wai. Thompson, a regular name in the local

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THINGS TO WATCH THIS WEEKEND

Cricket Yay! Cricket’s back. And a local derby too. The Tech Stags and Allenton Cricket Club kick off the South Canterbury season at the Ashburton Domain Oval from 12 noon.

Bowls Mid Canterbury’s best are in action across two greens tomorrow in the first representative fixture of the season, Men at Hampstead and Women at Allenton. 9.30am starts for both.

Rugby You’ll have to watch this one online, but can Mid Canterbury bounce back from a third-round loss today when they take on Wairarapa Bush?

Live stream on Facebook from 6.00pm.

league scene, known for his barnstorming work with the ball in hand, stripped out in the second row last weekend and scored a first half try to help his side on their way to an 82-6 win to open their NZRL National Men’s Premiership campaign.

Due to Covid, this year’s championship

Regan Stills Impressive form from the local golfer for the Aorangi Masters Men’s team last weekend at the interprovincial championship.

Four matches, for four wins almost pushing the side to success.

is being played in a regional pools format, with the South Island sides all playing each other.

Canterbury are back on deck at Nga Puna Wai again this weekend where they will take on the Southland Rams on Sunday, with the game kicking off at 2pm.

Time to have a flutter . . .

Manawatu got the job done for us last week in the multi and with 46 seconds left on the clock the All Blacks had the job done too, but we know what happened there.

We’ll stick with rugby for the first half of this week’s fill-up.

Tasman are looking really strong in the NPC, and take on Hawke’s Bay this after-

noon. At $1.56 head-to-head they look a decent bet.

We’ll take them and multi it up with Kiwi galloping sensation, Elephant, in the Group One Toorak Handicap at Caulfield, R9, No.4 today. Unlike an Elephant, he’s fast and should go close. $4.80 is his price.

Multi the two together for $7.48 for your dollar.

Hannah King She’s been quiet in the water, but out of it she’s still making waves.

A nomination for Canterbury West Coast swimmer of the year a deserved nod to a season well done for the young talent.

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Burying the demons Matt Markham New experiences await the Mid Canterbury Heartland rugby side this weekend.

Charged with the determination of bouncing back from a shock loss last weekend to North Otago, many members of the squad will walk into unknown territory today when they take on Wairarapa Bush in Masterton.

It’s a new feeling for most, having to try and bury the demons of defeat and rejuvenate a season, but away from the actual match, there’s new elements as well.

There’s no luxury of travel a day before the match this weekend, with the side leaving Ashburton in the early hours of this morning with today’s match not kicking off until 6pm this evening.

And then, when they do arrive, they’ll be met with a pitch that potentially only one player in the side has played on before.

Memorial Park in Masterton is a turf ground, as opposed to the traditional grassed rugby paddock, and while seemingly innocuous, it will bring about changes in the way the side is forced to approach the game, according to co-coach, Jason Rickard.

“Turf is a new prospect for most of us, I think only Seta (Koroitamana) has played on it before,” he said.

“So, we’ve had to talk about that a bit this week.

Mid Canterbury will welcome back the inside back combination of Tom Reekie (left) and Nick Foxley this weekend against Wairarapa Bush in Masterton.

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“The game is going to flow a lot faster than it normally would, and even little things like the way the ball will bounce need to be considered in preparations.”

Good rugby sides are so often measured on how they react to adversity, and Rickard has liked what he’s seen this week post the defeat to North Otago – their first of the campaign.

A few days of reflection and discussion about where things went wrong were undertaken, but since then it’s been full focus on righting those wrongs and putting together a much more nota-

ble performance this weekend.

“It’s been an interesting few days. We had a good debrief before we left the sheds on Saturday and then again on Tuesday night, and a fair bit of personal ownership was taken for the way we played and the result.

“That needed to happen, but once we’d got through that it was a case of putting it to one side and focusing on the now, and that’s Wairarapa Bush this weekend.”

The side head north this weekend with a mixed bag of positives and negatives on the player front.

Inside backs Tom Reekie and

Nick Foxley are welcomed back into the team and the starting line-up this week, but in the forward pack, there’s a fair bit happening.

Co-captain JJ Manning is still out with a calf issue, and may not be back for next week’s match either, while flanker Osian Davies is also on the casualty list with a hand injury.

Add to that absence of Iromi Dawai, and there’s a bit of a headache.

“It’s not an ideal situation to be in and we’ve had to have a few discussions about how best to deal with it going forward.

“We’re hopeful of getting all the guys back at some point, but we need to get to that point first.”

The side this week welcomed in Linwood’s Tepasu Thomas, who will provide cover from the bench today.

Captain of the Linwood senior side in the Christchurch Metro competition this year, a former Southland player and a member of this year’s Canterbury B side, he brings a wealth of experience with him.

“He’s got great credentials, and offers us a little bit of leadership off the bench which is good.”

With Thomas on the bench, Ashton McArthur gets the nod to start in the No.7 jersey this week after some influential cameos off the bench in the opening three rounds.

Young Michael Heenings also gets a call-up back into the gameday 22 as loose forward cover.

Stuck in the middle of the table after three rounds, a bonus point

win today for Mid Canterbury would lift their chances of pushing for a spot in the Meads Cup final – which this year will be the top two teams at the end of the round robin.

And with tough clashes ahead against competition leaders Thames Valley and South Canterbury a little forward momentum after last week’s stumbling block would be a welcome prospect as well.

Mid Canterbury 6pm, Masterton – Saturday, October 9 1. Adam Williamson 2. Callum Burrell 3. Carisbrook Toomalatai 4. Manasa Bari 5. Lote Nasiga 6. Shepherd Mhembere 7. Ashton McArthur 8. Seta Koritamana (C) 9. Liam McCormack 10. Tom Reekie 11. Tait Chisman 12. Nick Foxley 13. Isireli Masiwini 14. Raitube Vasurakuta 15. Nathan McCloy

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Joel Leo Osea Baisagale Tepasu Thomas Michael Heenings Harvey Blyth George Williams Paovale Soafi

Speed to burn being placed on the squad by the coaches, but Chisman said he’d been impressed with the way everyone had handled it.

“They came at us pretty hard after the game, and then again on Tuesday night, but we deserved that after the way He’s got a liking for turning opposition the game went. defensive lines on their heels and leaving “Everyone took it though, them in his wake, but Mid Canterbury and after training on Tuesday winger Tait Chisman is much more of a night it was like we were a rugby player than just different team. the flashy stuff out “Everyone was wide. really focused about I’ve never played on one before so that’ll The 26-year-old has the challenge ahead this cemented his spot on weekend, which is encourbe exciting. It should offer a little more the wing for Mid Canaging.” grip, and they reckon that the gameplay is terbury thus far in the Working at Rakaia Heartland ChampionEngineering full time, a lot faster, which I’m sure I’ll enjoy ship with some strong there’s no plans to form across the padstop doing what he dock, and it comes off loves in the future the back of a club seafor the Methven son for Methven where he was one of their hoping the chance to play on a turf field winger. shining lights.

The body is fit and strong, this evening against Wairarapa Bush in But the lights aren’t really a place where Masterton will allow him some freedom to and as long as it’s like that Chisman is happy. he’s loving getting out and really get the legs moving.

“The just wants to be out on the paddock “I’ve never played on one before so playing rugby. doing his thing and hopefully helping Mid that’ll be exciting.

And with speed like his, Canterbury to more success throughout “It should offer a little more grip, and that can only be a good the season. they reckon that the gameplay is a lot fast- thing for Mid Canterbury “I’m enjoying it so far. rugby. er, which I’m sure I’ll enjoy.”

“Obviously it’s a little bit later on than Coming into this week off the back of a what we’re used to, but it’s been good,” he stinging defeat at the hands of North Otasaid. go has resulted in a fair amount of pressure

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“There’s a good bunch of guys there who are pretty easy to get on with, so it’s nice to play with some different guys and learn what they’re all about.”

Best known for his blistering speed and decisive ball-running, Chisman is no onetrick pony, with an incredibly high work rate for a winger and a real desire to get right in amongst the nitty gritty when it comes his way.

He’s scored two tries in the opening three rounds of the competition, and is

Tait Chisman in full flight for the Mid Canterbury Hammers.

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Allenton ready for the challenge Matt Markham

There’s a real air of excitement around the Allenton Cricket Club this week, as they prepare to step into unknown territory.

Fresh off the back of finishing runner-up in the Canterbury Country competition earlier this year, the side will make their debut in the South Canterbury senior competition on Saturday, but will do so in a match that offers a little familiarity.

They begin their debut season in the competition against fellow Mid Canterbury side Tech Stags today at the Ashburton Domain Oval, and Allenton captain, Karmjeet Singh, said they couldn’t have picked a better team to roll into the season against.

“It’s going to be a great challenge, we’re very excited to be a part of it all,” he said.

“And playing against Tech, a side we know well, we’re going in with a lot of confidence and looking forward to being able to put some good cricket out there.”

There’s been a small amount of turnover in players from the

Local derby to kick-start season

opportunity to join the South Canterbury competition.

“A lot of our play back home is with a white ball, and in 50 over matches, so it’s going to be nice to be able to play in that format again.

“It does require a bit of a change in mindset from how we have played in the past because you want to be out in the middle for as long as possible, but we are capable of doing it.”

Tech return to the fray having made some big inroads last season in the competition where they made the semi-finals.

The experienced side will be looking to start the competition strong this year and really stamp their mark early.

Season starter Karmjeet Singh is back at the helm of the Allenton senior cricket team who begin their season today against fellow Mid Canterbury side, Tech Stags.

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side which played last season with two or three members of that team having left the district, but some new names are set to join the fray as well.

Getting the chance to swap

the red ball for a white one and to step up to 50 over cricket against much sterner competition was a real desire for the side last year, and they’re pleased to have been given the

What: Cricket – South Canterbury Senior competition Who: Tech Stags v Allenton Cricket Club Where: Ashburton Domain Oval When: Today. 12 noon.

SPORTS RESULTS ■■ Croquet

Waireka Croquet Club

Waireka Croquet Club held the Jeff Marshall Drawn Doubles on Sunday October 3. There were 48 entries from Hornby to Timaru held in very favorable weather. Block one Winners Shirley Lindrooos and Peter Rae, runners-up Sandra Prue and Jax Webb. Block two. Winners – equal: Sue Lamb and Rod Webb, Bill Allnutt and Mavis Holt.

■■ Golf

Ashburton Ladies

Saturday 25th & Tuesday 28th September 2021 Par Round: Daphne McDonnell +5, Mary-Lou Watson +4 on c/b, Joyce Van Der Heide +4, Twos: Bev Turton No 14.

Saturday 2nd & Tuesday 5th October 2021 LGU Nett: Div 1: Alison MacGregor 71, Div 2: Sue Hastie 69, Liz Cabout 70. Tucker Salver Nett: Div 1: Sue Hastie 69. Div 2: Liz Cabout 70. Two’s: Lynn Small No 12, Alison Grant & Daphne Hinton No 14

Mayfield Golf Club

9 Hole Division - 9th Stablefords Ladies 1st: Bernie Morrison 57-23-34 20 2nd Tessa Gallagher 60-23-37 18, Men: 1st Robert Schikker 4917-32 22 2nd John Milne 58-19-39 15, Greg Sim Builders No2: Robert Schikker Mayfield Transport No 5: Bernie Morrison.

Methven Ladies

Wednesday October 6. Competition: Irish Stableford: Tania Wilson 74. Best Score: Tania Wilson 93-2073, Aqua Japanese Restaurant Best Nett of the Day: Tania Wilson 73. Nearest Pins: No 4 Open Methven Travel Sara Gallagher. No 6 Open Primo Jan Lane. No 13 Methven Foursquare Open and BrB 2nd shot Bev Isherwood. No 17 Open Methven Pharmacy Bev Isherwood. Twos and Nett Eagles: Sharon Burrell-Smith.

Rakaia Ladies

LGU, Bryant Cup, Scott Trophy: Freda Bierema 10831-77, Sally Smith 107-30-77, Rakaia Hotel 2nd shot #3 Sandra Quinn, Rakaia Seed Cleaning 2nd shot #6 Freda Bierema, V.Bell Nearest the Pin #8: not struck, Chertsey Spraying 2nd shot #15 Teresa Booker, S. Quinn 2nd shot #17 Teresa Booker.

■■ Target shooting

Ashburton District Rifle Club

Sweep, at 300, 600 and 700 yards, 3 October.

TR, A grade, John Snowden 50.8, 50.4, 48.4, 148.13, John Miller 49.4, 478.3, 49.5, 147.12, Martin Fleming 50.6, 48.4,

Enjoying the action during the Jeff Marshall Drawn Doubles last weekend (from left) Kathryn Lee, Patricia Swain, Marilyn Purvis and Judith Smith.

48.6, 146.16, Gareth Miller 49.4, 47.0, 41.2, 137.6.

B grade, Megan Snowden 49.4, 44.1, 48.4, 141.9, John Fleming 43.2, 44.1, 40.3, 127.6. C grade, Brian Hawksby 43.1, 46.1, 41.0, 130.2. FTR, Charlie Ledbrook 58.2, 56.3, 51.2, 165.7, Coby Snowden 56.3, 55.2, 54.1, 165.6, Brian Graystone 53.2, 55.3, 51.2, 159.6, Mark Alexander 52.1, 55.2, 50.2, 157.5. FPR, Jarrod Lawson 58.4, 57.6, 54.2, 165.12, Phil Nicol 56.5, 53.1, 52.0, 161.6.

Indoor results, 4 October.

Mt Somers Rifle Club

Peyton Fews 72.0, 69.1, Olivia Evans 90.1, 89.1, Kevin Fews 89.3, Brent Frame 96.4, David Millichamp 94.1, Tim Greer 91.3, 94.3, Jess Heaven 90.0, Archie Rooney 83.0, Emily Heaven 92.1, Caleb Greer 81.0, Stephen Millichamp 97.3, Eddie Millichamp 94.0, Wayne Tubb 88.1.

Mayfield Rifle Club

Juniors off a block, plus handicap. Logan Wheeler 83.1, + 22 = 105.1, Brooke Wheeler 80 + 24 = 104, Lillian Snowden 85.1, + 19 = 104.1. Seniors + hcp for Durness Trophy. Carl Nordqvist 96.2 +2.8 = 99.0, John Fleming 97.2, + 2.2 = 99.4, Andrew Donaldson 94.1, + 4.3 = 98.4, Martin Fleming 97.5, + 1.8 = 99.3, Megan Snowden 95.3, Jeremy Yorke 82.1.

■■ Squash

Celtic Squash Club

Results from this week’s round of the Celtic Squash

Club’s spring league competition: Team J&N Hedgecutting beat Team Alps Continuous Spouting 14-3: John McDonnell beat Ben Kruger 3-0, Wouter Myburgh beat Rob Giles 3-1, Kade Cummings beat Ian Dolden 3-1, Chrissie Stratford beat Hayden Robinson 2-1, Meagen Bell beat Jacinda Ryan 3-1.

Team Pat Summerfield Electrical bt Team Kirsty Clay Property Brokers 12-5: Lee Barker bt Chris Thompson 3-0, Chris Lima lost to Neil Keenan 1-2, Barry DeSitter bt Kirsty Clay 3-0, Anja Liemburg lost to Neil Thompson 2-3, Sarah Forbes bt Hollie Morgan 3-0.

Team Mastercraft Kitchens lost to Team McCrea Paint & Decorators 4-7: Billy Nolan drew with Paul Cousins 2-2, Phil Andrew drew with Mick Hooper 2-2, Matt Cassineri lost to Nicky Dryland 0-3.

Team NZ Farmers Livestock lost to Team Robbies Speedy Exhaust & Brake Shop 8-10: Chris O’Reilly lost to Jimmy Hunn 0-3, Shane Muckle lost to Nathan Forbes 0-3, James Bowker drew with Jordy Hooper 2-2, Henry Ross beat Andre De Beer 3-1, Craig Henshilwood beat Kate Williams 3-1.

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Twilight Tennis

Results from the first round of Twilight Tennis played on Wednesday, October 6. Famous Grouse 17 We Art Stihl Suzuki 16, What’s The Score 17 Know Eye Dear 16, Hackers 14 Tridents 19, Family Affair 15 Donald’s Dux 18, Grand Slammer 17 MST 16. Late Comers: Bye.

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Netball without limits Mid Canterbury Netball is on a mission to show that netball is a sport for everyone.

On November 6 they’re holding a No Limits Netball day at Ashburton’s EA Networks Centre, a day that will be all about giving people with a disability a chance to get out on court and give netball a go in a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

The No Limits day follows on from a successful weekly walking netball session which began last term, aimed at people with disabilities. The session now has a strong following and is a highlight of the week for many attendees.

It all began earlier this year when a local group from CCS Disability Action started attending Mid Canterbury Netball’s regular walking netball sessions.

They loved it, and it quickly became evident that there was a need there, so Mid Canterbury Netball decided to meet that need.

Mid Canterbury Netball still runs its popular regular walking netball session for all on Tuesday mornings at 9.30am during term time, but that is now followed by a session at 10.30am especially for those with disabilities.

And now attendees have the No Limits Netball day on November 6 to look forward to, as well.

Mid Canterbury Netball development officer Natalie Corbett said they’d called it No Limits Netball as it was about breaking down barriers and showing people that anything was possible.

“It’s been an amazing thing to be involved with, these guys and girls are just so awesome to work with and we all have so much fun,” Corbett said. “There’s a lot of laughs, and everyone cheers everyone else on, and it’s been incredible to watch the development in their ball skills from when we first started, to now.”

Mid Canterbury Netball centre manager Erin Tasker said No Limits Netball was being made possible thanks to funding received from Sport New Zealand’s Tu Manawa Active Aotearoa Fund.

“We really appreciate that support, and so do our players.

“When I first suggested we apply for some funding to help cover the cost of court hire, and look at running some kind of fun day or tournament for them as well as the weekly sessions, they were so excited.

“Right from day one they’ve been talking about getting team shirts made up, they just can’t wait,” Tasker said.

Corbett runs the No Limits Netball sessions and said the difference it was making in the lives of some of the attendees was clear.

“We’ve got one guy, Matthew, he doesn’t play, but he comes to do the scoreboard for us. He’s here ready to go well before 9am, so he’s started doing the scoreboard for our 9.30am session, too. He gives a bit of cheek, and gets a bit of cheek back, it’s great,” Corbett said.

The No Limits Netball Day on November 6 was about getting even more people on court, and the invitation to attend was being sent to groups around the wider Canterbury region.

The day will start with a session for juniors (ages 5-18) from 10.30am-1pm, and include skills and games for all abilities, and a session for those 18 and over will run from 2pm-4.30pm.

Corbett said people could come along as a team to play, or come along as an individual to make new friends. At the end of the day it was all about giving it a go.

For more information on the No Limits Netball Day or to find out how you could get involved, please email ndo@ mcnetball.co.nz.

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RightonTrack Guardian racing

Mid Canterbury’s horse and dog racing action

Local pacer ready for grass track feature Matt Markham There are ambitions to be a part of the biggest race in the Southern Hemisphere next month, and Brent White knows tomorrow’s Methven Cup is critical in making it happen for Cranbourne.

The big pacer will join a small but select field of pacers for the $30,000 event at Orari, and will do so brimming with confidence after a strong win on premier night at Addington last week in a lower grade race, but against many of his rivals this weekend.

“He’s bounced through that run really well,” White said. “He had a bit of a quiet weekend, but has had a couple of runs this week and I’m really happy with him, so we’re heading into this weekend in the right headspace.”

With days starting to tick over quickly towards the second Tuesday in November and the New Zealand Trotting Cup, the opportunities to step up and earn a right to feature in the great race are becoming few

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Local pacer Cranbourne will shoot for glory in tomorrow’s $30,000 Methven Cup.

and far between, so tomorrow acts as a really strong platform from which Cranbourne can push his chances.

“We want to be there if he earns his spot, and you’d really think that he’d have to go pretty close to winning this weekend if he is to make his way into the field.

“There are some other options we can look at post this weekend too, but it’s a really good race for him to stand up and be noticed in that’s for sure.”

There’s a number of factors in favour of the son of Sir Lincoln heading into tomorrow, most notably his ability to perform on the grass track surfaces. He

won at the Methven Cup meeting last year when lining up in a junior drivers’ event.

Having that knowledge, a factor some key rivals don’t have, is a bit of a mental advantage heading into a Group Three feature, but White knows that with the depth of the field, it’s not going to be quite as easy.

“It’s a really even field this year, any number of horses could actually win it.

“That’s good, because it should ensure a really competitive race, which we know our guy will handle really well.”

White doesn’t have to look too far to find the hardest horse to beat, as joining Cranbourne at his Ashburton Raceway sta-

ble at the moment is Southland raider Vintage Cheddar, who he is looking after for good friend, Alistair Black.

“He deserves to be the horse to beat, he’s been taking on the big guns a bit longer than us and has been going really well, even off the 10 metres you’d think he’s going to be hard to stop.”

Cranbourne is one of two runners for White at the transferred meeting, with maiden trotter Rossco Trouble set to take his place in the first race of the day.

“I think he’s going to end up being a nice horse; his run two starts back for fifth was really encouraging, but he blew it last start, so it’s up to him whether he brings the manners or not.”

With the South Island still in Alert Level 2, tomorrow’s meeting will be held behind closed doors for the Methven Trotting Club – a really disappointing outcome for a day that usually would attract a huge number of patrons on course.

Good progress is being made on the restoration of the Methven track with the club still hopeful that they’ll be able to return to racing there later this month when they hold a twilight meeting on Friday, October 29.

Trackspy Matt Markham scours the racing action over the weekend in search of some winners, some value and a local hope or two.

Best Bet: Resolve – Race 1, Sunday – Methven Harness A Paul Nairn-trained debutant with a big motor, judging by workout and trial efforts.

Will be schooled to perfection and has looked solid as a rock in those public runs.

Expecting a winning debut tomorrow.

Each Way Bet: Kiss The Girls – Race 6, Sunday – Methven Harness

Made a big play for the win at Mot fresh-up a fortnight ago. Just went down to one with a better trip. Only going to be better for that run, and can have the last say at Orari tomorrow, hopefully with a little more luck in the running.

Place Bet: King Arthur – Race 11, Sunday – Methven Harness Doing a good job at the moment and falls into what is a very winnable race here, even from the second line. Will require a little bit of Matty Williamson magic, but good enough to really charge at them late and get in on the action.

Local Hope: Test The Boundaries – Race 5, Sunday – Methven Harness

Big win last time out at Ashburton, and kept on ice since then. Has unreal high speed at the business end of races and loves getting on the green stuff and going to work. Might get a decent price this week too with a big field, full of chances.

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Mark Hurrell 16 104x4 Motor Mouth R M Cameron 6 089x6 Lunar Legend R D Close R7 METHVEN PANEL & PAINT MBL PACE $10,000 13 32517 Listen Easy Brad Williamson 17 31212 Socrates J R Dunn 7 2236x Acento B N Orange 1850m 15:04 Sarah O’Reilly 18 44577 Royal Jester G D O’Reilly 8 597x6 Hey Tonight J R Dunn 1 94504 Four Starzzz Shiraz Denis O’connell 14 0x154 Escargo P C Nairn 15 0416x Full Of Hope 9 26632 Rollyarrrz Korbyn Newman 19 60970 Kennedy 2 9213x Sporty Celine G D O’Reilly R D Holmes 16 22123 Kahress 20 66631 Expressive Love 10 2209x Vincent Vega T S Chmiel 3 70095 Sister’s Delight S J Ottley 17 x4560 Majestic Chick T M Williams

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Matt Markham’s Methven Selections Race 1: Resolve, Galleons Ambassador, Superfast Whizz, Rosco Trouble Race 2: Accento, Morries Girl, Hey Tonight, Prodigal Son Race 3: Reformed, Phone Tap, Cute Art, Pure Courage Race 4: With Grace, Socrates, Scared Stiff, Kingsdown Atom Race 5: Test The Boundaries, Get Lucky, Prince Teka, Sods Law Race 6: Kiss The Girls, Fire Fox, A Taste Of Honey, Uncle Chan Race 7: Sporty Celine, Chal Be, Arden’s Sweetheart, Krystal Delight Race 8: Steel The Show, Cranbourne, Kango, Homebush Lad Race 9: Kahress, Vacation Hill, Bright Glow, Full Of Hope Race 10: No Time Like Now, Corravally Star, Kiwi X Factor, Champagneandwine Race 11: Little Gee, King Arthur, Franco Cornel, Evidently BEST BET: Resolve (Race 1) VALUE: Kahress (Race 9)

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Exercise your grey cells with our weekly sports crossword and quiz

SPORTS QUIZ 1. In 2009, which club won the Michael Duff Memorlal, the Centennial Mug, the Second Grade Cup and the Bruce Beckley Memorial Cup? a) Celtic b) Mt Somers c) Collegiate 2. Who, in 1991, became the first New Zealander to score centuries in three consecutive test innings? a) Martin Crowe b) John Wright c) Andrew Jones 3. Which Kiwi band released a song called Sport and Religion? a) Shihad b) Strawpeople c) Satellite Spies 4. Which All Black prop starred as a strongman in the movie The End of the Golden Weather? a) Steve McDowell b) Olo Brown c) Richard Loe 5. Andrew Mehrtens gave a friendly two-fingered salute to which team’s supporters in 1999? a) Northern Transvaal b) Natal Sharks c) Northern Bulls 6. In what city did Jack Lovelock first compete in the Olympics? a) Los Angeles, 1932 b) Berlin, 1936 c) Paris, 1928 7. Where did New Zealand women’s cricketers play the World Cup final in 1993? a) Eden Park b) Lord’s c) Eden Gardens, Kolkata 8. How many tests did Irene van Dyk play for South Africa? a) 72 b) 82 c) 92 1. c) Collegiate. 2. c) Andrew Jones. 3. a) Shihad. 4. a) Steve McDowell. 5. c) Northern Bulls. 6. a) Los Angeles, 1932 7. b) Lord’s (NZ lost by 68 runs). 8. a) 72.

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(All events are subject to change under Covid restrictions) Every day

Mt Hutt Memorial Hall 160 Main Street, Methven. NZ Alpine and Agriculture Encounter, Art Gallery and Hall of Memories.

10am

Every Tue and Fri

Methven Museum Methven Pubs and Liquor history, call time and come visit our new display on the history of our magnificent Hotels, supplemented by some interesting historical liquor laws and consumption trends. Admission free but donations welcome.

Every Tuesday/Wednesday

Mid Canterbury Connector Mid Canterbury Connector provides lowcost return trips to Ashburton from smaller towns or rural areas. Tuesday’s run is from Mt Somers or Methven to Ashburton and back, and Wednesday’s run is from Rakaia/Hinds/ Fairton/Marae to Ashburton and back. To book a trip call 03 308 1395 ext 225 Ashburton open coffee mornings If you are new to town or been living here all of your life, come and have a coffee and chat

October 9-10

Little Mermaid Junior Mid Canterbury Children’s Theatre production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jnr will go on as planned across three dates at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre. The talented young people of Mid Canterbury Children’s Theatre as they bring you another well-known story, Disney’s Little Mermaid Jnr. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home – and her fins – behind and live in the world above.But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking.

October 9-10

The Extravaganza Fair The Extravaganza Fair is a community centred event with a creative and sustainable focus. It is a family affair, free entry, fun day out with a full weekend’s free entertainment. Unique & interesting market stalls, arts and craft, food, musical entertainment, the fabulous Ashton Family Circus, Dylan Daisy’s Magic Show, LuckyStar from festivals such as Splore, unique to NZ tiny homes, solar power, kids shows & games. All at the Ashburton Domain from 9am-5pm both days.

October 9

Garage Sale St David’s Church is hosting a fair and monster garage sale at the church on Allens Road from 9-11.30am. Hundreds of items available including baking, jams, preserves, plants, barbecue, morning tea, children’s games Vaccine clinic Allenton Pharmacy is holding an open walk-in Covid-19 vaccination clinic from 10am to 2pm at 67 Harrison Street. No appointment necessary.

October 10

Plains Railway The Plains Railway & Historical Museum will be open from 11am 4pm. Railcar Rides, Museum Village Buildings Open, Machinery Display, Kids Scavenger Hunt - at the Tinwald Domain.

at a child-friendly location. All are welcome at the Plunket rooms, 222 Cameron Street.

Please contact Adi 027 220-8791 or Sue-ann 021 679-348 to register.

Device Drop-In Sessions Free Device Help Sessions at the Ashburton Public Library every Wednesday between 2pm and 4pm.

10.30am - 12 noon

Second Fri of every month

Hip Hop for Seniors Every Wednesday 10am-11am at the Ashburton Senior Centre, 206 Cameron Street, Ashburton. $5. Phone 308-6817 Art Addicts Art Addicts (AA) is the Ashburton Art Gallery’s weekly art space for kids. Wrap up your Wednesday school day and head to the gallery to get creative and explore themes in art. A great space for children to learn and interact with each other. Children of all ages are welcome. Donations appreciated.

3 - 4.30pm Little Groovers Every Wednesday during school terms Hakatere Presbyterian parish, 127 Thomson Street, Tinwald. Musical fun for 0-5-year-olds.

Gold Coin donation. Call 03 308-5272 for more information.

10-10.30

Every Wednesday

In Colour, art and craft club In Colour is the Ashburton Art Gallery’s monthly programme for unleashing your creativity. Bring along your art and craft projects to share with others over morning tea once a month.

10.30am - 12 noon

Every Sat

Ashburton’s Farmers’ Market Local fresh food and produce, hot drinks.

North end of West Street car park.

9am start The Ashburton Toy Library Open for toy exchange. 106 Victoria Street, the Triangle.

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

10am - 3pm

Every Sun to Fri

Ashburton Aviation Museum A great selection of many aircraft, from the past to the future at the Ashburton Airport.

Last Sun of every month

Nor’Westers Muso’s Club A monthly open mic afternoon at Feeney’s Lounge in the Devon Tavern, Ashburton. All the gear is set up, just bring your talent - all are welcome, as is any style of music.

2pm - 6pm

First Sunday of every month

Methven Market A local produce and craft market at the Methven Resort on the first Sunday of each month from 9am to 1pm.

Monthly

Ashburton Embroiderers’ Guild Meet at the Seniors Centre 206 Cameron Street. 1st Saturday of the month 10.30am - 3.30pm, 2nd Thursday of the month 1pm - 3.30pm, 3rd Tuesday of the month 7pm 9pm, 4th Thursday of the month 10.30am - 3.30pm

October 12

Stepping UP - Digital Steps (Beginner Level Classes) Digital Steps is a range of free beginner digital classes held at the Ashburton Public Library (and other libraries around New Zealand). These classes are one-off sessions looking at various topics. Sessions every Tuesday afternoon from 1 – 3pm at the Ashburton Library. Digital Banking and Safety sessions are held on the first Tuesday of every month.

The other topics currently offered are: Smartphones, APPS, Facebook, Digital Photos, Google and the Internet, Internet Security and Safety, Google Drive, Ancestry.com, Online Newspapers, Classroom E-Learning and Trade Me!

October 13

Device Drop-In Sessions A session for people who need help downloading an app, sending texts and making calls, adding a contact to your phone, operating Facebook and more digital dilemmas. Held at the Ashburton Public Library every Wednesday between 2pm and 4pm.

October 15

Planting Natives The Planting Natives 101 workshop is being organised by the Ashburton District Biodiversity Advisory Group and will start with an information session at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall.

The session will then continue onfarm for a planting demonstration.

Registrations at the Ashburton District Council website.

October 16

The Salmon Run Jackson Holmes The Salmon Run in Rakaia is a fun day of sports activity including multi sport, mountain bike race, half marathon, long and short runs and a duathlon all based around the Rakaia Domain and adjacent Rakaia River. More details at www. thesalmonrun.nz Simply Stunning Garden Walk A garden walk of Ted and Sue Rollinsons property at 282 Awaroa School Road, RD 11 Rakaia. There will be two sessions, the first from 9.30am until 12.30pm and then from 1.30pm to 4pm with guided tours of the garden by Rollinson family members at 11am and 1.30pm. tickets :$15 ($5 for children 5-14)

Golf course from 12pm. Contact 03 6883682.

November 18

The Challenge of Change Join Cynthia Johnson, a Psychology Master Trainer, to learn four proven steps for building resilience and managing yourself in stressful situations. Workshop held at Farm Source Ashburton, 18 Kermode Street, from 9.30am to 2:30pm.

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October 18

Bookarama Ashburton Rotary’s annual charity book sale will run at the Ashburton Sports Hall on Tancred Street from October 18 -23. There are thousands of secondhand books, puzzles, magazines and games for sale.

October 24 Michael Houstoun/The Rodger Fox Big Band Two of New Zealand’s best-loved musicians – classical pianist, Michael Houstoun, and foremost jazz trombonist and big band leader Rodger Fox – bring their acclaimed concert series to the Ashburton Trust Event Centre at 2:30pm, featuring special guest, supreme jazz vocalist Erna Ferry.

October 28

ShakeOut Schools, businesses, families and individuals in the Ashburton District are among thousands around the country preparing for New Zealand ShakeOut 2021, the national earthquake drill on October 28. The drill will happen at 9.30am so people can practise Drop, Cover and Hold.

October 29-30

Ashburton A&P Show The annual Ashburton A&P Show at the A&P Showgrounds. Theme for 2021 Show – Showcasing Primary Sector Industries in Mid Canterbury.

October 30

Spooktacular Halloween Spooktacular Halloween at the Rakaia Scout Den, on the corner of Railway Terrace and Normanby

Street, in Rakaia. The event will start at 5pm for younger children and then get spookier for older children from 7pm. Gold coin entry.

October 31

Surrey Hills Garden Tour The Grigg family invite you to tour the gardens at Surrey Hills Station on Lower Downs Road from 10am4pm.Bring a rug and some lunch and enjoy a picnic on the lawn. A small number of artisan stalls featuring local goods, plants and refreshments will be available for purchase.

Children aged 16 and under are free of charge but must be accompanied by adults.

November 6

Bite Nite The fifth annual Bite Nite event will be held at the EA Networks Centre from 5-8pm highlighting the district’s diverse cultures through food and entertainment offerings.

Live music by Jhong Diva, Gio Talents and our headline act Rei. Wrap your taste buds around dishes from MR India Foods, Glad’s Bread Corner, Tuliana’s Kitchen and more.

Enjoy a sporting showcase from the NZ Handball team and Mid Canterbury Netball.

Selwyn Fireworks Spectacular Entertainment, food and a spectacular fireworks display at Rolleston’s Foster Park from 5pm.

Family Pass $25, Adults (17+) $10, 16-6 $5, Under 5 Free.

November 7

Charity Golf Tournament KPMG/YMCA Ambrose Charity Golf Tournament at the Tinwald

The Exhibition and Fete Fun family friendly day at the Methven trotting Club from 10am4pm. All day entertainment and great food vendors. The best preChristmas shopping for stall and creatives from all over New Zealand.

Vintage and Classic car completions.

Miss Exhibition and Little Miss and Mr Pageants. Military collectors displays. Celebrating 175 years of the NZ Army.

December 4

Christmas in the Park Family Christmas Concert featuring the best of Mid Canterbury’d entertainers. Bring a picnic or buy from great quality food and drink vendors and relax in the beautiful domain setting. Entertainment showcases our top musicians, a live backing band and dancers, all performing old and contemporary Christmas music! Santa will make his usual appearance and the evening will end with a Mega Fireworks extravaganza. Held at the Ashburton Domain from 7pm.

December 28

Rods at Methven A hot rod show in Methven featuring hot rods, street machines, classic cars and motorbikes from 10am to 3pm in the Methven town Centre.

February 17

St John Garden Fete Held at Ted & Sue Rollinsons property at 282 Awaroa School Road, RD 11 Rakaia from 10am -4pm.

All proceeds being donated to St John Mid Canterbury (Ashburton, Methven, Mayfield) to support local services. The beautiful garden is located 10 minutes from Rakaia and 30 minutes from Ashburton. Open air site with craft vendors.

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ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19): Ever since the Big Bang, this plane of existence has been made up of contrasts, curves and cycles. You wouldn’t want it all one way. Embrace how it is now.

It’s about to change.

TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20): You’ll fill this day with as much affection and laughter as you can, in full-knowledge that people are attracted.

You’re in the mood to be improvisational and turn things into a game whenever possible.

GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21): It really doesn’t matter how good a person is at formulating answers if all of the questions are pointless. This is why you examine your questions with the aim of up-levelling before you ask them.

CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 22): Your water-sign instincts lend an innate understanding of the significance of paddling in the same direction as the others in the boat. Today’s rowers will be all over the place until you take charge.

LEO (Jul 23-Aug 22): You have an extremely generous attitude with your friends and only need to point that inward to get fantastic results today. What is it that would make you smile?

Get it, do it, be it.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22): You will travel through the magic of media and dreams. Your fantasies provide the sweetest escapes but more is possible. Learning to guide your imagination is a skill that will bring good fortune to hand.

LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 23): You’ll be working your mind like it’s your job – because it is. While feeding your brain the necessary facts and figures, throw in the unnecessary stuff that makes it all go down a little sweeter.

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 21): Though you’re not a spy or a member of a secret society, and you’re not doing much today that you shouldn’t be doing, you still want privacy and appreciate most those who respect yours the best.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): You have that caring vibe now, which is why someone in need of comfort, protection and nurturing will be drawn to you. You don’t have to know the right way to help – willingness is enough.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): Managing relationships is the most important business of the day. Is it on the task list? It belongs there, as caring for relationships takes time and specificity beyond what many other “to-do” items require.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): Communicating will require patience and a level of emotional attunement that is, quite frankly, work. All good comes via good communication.

PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): Love will feel like a kind of completion. Matters of the heart have great potential to resolve well, allowing you to trust and give more freely and with greater integration of different parts of yourself.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

SITUATIONS VACANT

2 x Welders for General Production 1 x General Factory Worker

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 12.30pm Wednesday, October 27, 2021 Waitaha Primary Health Board Room Level 1, 567 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch (Lunch is provided between 12.00 and 12.30pm) Agenda 1. To receive and adopt the Chair’s Report, Financial Statements and Auditors Report for the year ended 30 June 2021.

2. Any other matters of general business brought before the Annual Meeting.

Please note: Copies of the financial statements and auditor’s report will be available for inspection at Waitaha Primary Health office, PO Box 14 021, Christchurch 8544, from October 27, 2021.

SITUATIONS VACANT

Would a Scholarship help your studies or trade training in 2022?

Advance Ashburton Community Foundation has many great scholarships available for all types of study, apprenticeships, and training.

Rotowiper Ltd manufacture the Rotowiper® weed wiper systems that has been successfully selling in many countries throughout the world. We also are plastic rotational moulders supplying many commercial customers.

Welders: We require the services of 2 welders for our factory in Bremners Road, Ashburton.

You must be able to work in a team environment with the ability to work with minimum supervision. General engineering knowledge will be an advantage but those persons with a desire to learn should also apply. The work is varied, and you will be required to be able to multitask all processes within the factory.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 29 OCTOBER 2021

General Factory Worker: This position is for general work within our varied factory. Primarily in our Rotomould division but will also cross over into our engineering manufacturing as required.

Full training will be offered to all applicants.

All positions are available for immediate start or by negotiation.

Please forward your CV & letter of application by email to Dougal Lamont, Managing Director – rotowiper1@gmail.com or deliver to the address below.

For more information and an application form: Email grants@advanceashburton.org.nz

48 Bremners Road, PO Box 333, Ashburton 7740, NZ Phone ++64 3 308 4497, Fax ++64 3 308 2462, Mobile 027-311-9471 Email rotowipersales1@gmail.com Web www.rotowiper.com

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Summer University Internship Field Technician

We have the opportunity for two university students to gain some practical field-based work experience this summer covering from mid-November until mid-late February based in the Ashburton region.

The position requires someone who is: • Physically fit, enjoy the outdoors as work is mainly field based • Some knowledge of scientific method (trial design, sampling etc.)

• An interest in research and development (interest is key) • Will mainly involve general field trial maintenance, as well as trial assessments and data entry.

• Would suit someone who has an interest in crop production and who has some experience in the practical aspects of crop production, e.g. knapsack spraying, rogueing.

• Suited to someone who can work unsupervised as well as part of a team.

• Normal hours are Monday to Friday but flexibility in work hours will be required due to the nature of field work.

• Ideally the applicant would also have good computing skills, must have a full current driver’s license (ability to drive a manual vehicle is preferred).

Our requirements are that you are currently studying towards either a Science, Technology, Engineering or Agriculture related qualification.

How to apply: To register your interest, please contact Georgie Wade on 027 406 3990 or email: georgie.wade@midlands.co.nz

SITUATIONS VACANT

SITUATIONS VACANT

STAFF NEEDED!

Ashburton-based Potato Planting Staff needed until late November (approx).

• Tractor driving experience/loader driving • Approx 6 days a week, weather dependent • Well paid • Good co-workers and boss!

Text 021 431301

EXPERIENCED AUTOGLAZIER, AUTOGLAZIER ASSISTANT WANTED Wilson Windscreens 2018 Ltd Full time role Wilson Windscreens is a locally-owned company in Ashburton, seeking another staff member to join our small team. We work on a large variety of vehicles, some overtime is available to service our customer base. The assistant role will have ongoing training.

This person must be hard working, have good communication skills and a high quality work ethic.

All applications to be sent via email with any relevant references.

Must be a New Zealand resident and must have a clean driver’s licence.

Please send CV through to Bob at office@wilsonwindscreens.co.nz or contact 03 308 8485 for a confidential discussion

Mortgage Adviser

A full time position has opened within our company for an experienced Mortgage Adviser. This position will be based between both our offices in Ashburton and Rolleston. This is a salary based role with good performance incentives.

Cartwrights is an Insurance and Mortgage Brokerage located in Ashburton and Rolleston. We are a familybased company specialising in Commercial, Domestic and Risk Insurance as well as Finance Lending.

Responsibilities will include: • Follow up on leads that are company generated as well as generating your own leads and client base.

• Interviewing customers to understand their lending needs.

• Research and recommend lending strategies that will deliver the best outcome to the customer.

• Prepare client applications as per New Zealand Banking guidelines and Responsible Lending Code.

• Work with relevant banks and lenders to obtain approval and negotiate best possible terms and conditions.

• Maintaining long-term & effective relationship with customers & lending institutions.

The successful applicant must have: • Relevant experience in lending in New Zealand.

• A friendly personality and desire to provide exceptional customer service.

• Ability to forge strong relationships with customers and peers.

• Attention to detail and good time management skills • Excellent communication and presentation skills • Currently registered as a Financial Adviser or studying towards National Certificate in Financial Advice.

Applicants should send their Cover Letter and CV via email to – officeadmin@cartwrights.co.nz

SITUATIONS VACANT

ADULT ENTERTAINMENT HOT and Sexy, new to town, good looking, loves to play with toys. Good service.

Phone 021 236 2792. No text.

ACCOMMODATION, RENTAL PROFESSIONAL woman requires house to rent.

2 or 3 bedroom. Fenced please as i have a small elderly dog. Please phone 0221 968 584. Thankyou.

CARAVANS, TRAILERS GARAGE SALES

1998 UK Avondale Leda, 6 mtr, self contained caravan. $25,000. Please phone 027 438 1411 or leave a message 308 0350.

GRAZING

GARAGE Sale, flat 1/34 Burnett Street. Saturday 9 October, 8am. Household items, bric a brac, fishing gear etc. Clearing out elderly woman’s belongings.

Covid regulations apply.

GRASS/CLOVER finishing feed wanted for lambs. HIRE Top money for top feed. GENERAL hire.

Phone Mitch 0273 131 320. Lawnmowers, chainsaws, concrete breakers, trailers, and more. All your DIY / party hire, call and see Ashburton U-Hire. 588 East Street.

Open Monday-Friday 7am - 6pm; Saturday 7.30am - 5pm; Sunday 8.30am 12.30pm - Phone 308 8061. www.ashburtonuhire.co.nz

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MOTORING WHEEL alignments at great prices. Maximise the life of your tyres with an alignment from Neumanns Tyre Services Ltd, 197 Wills Street. Phone 308 6737.

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ASHBURTON COLLEGE ‘Individual Excellence in a Supportive Learning Environment’

First XV Boys’ (UC Championship Team) & Girls’ Rugby Coaches Expressions of Interest Sought Ashburton College, in association with the Mid Canterbury Rugby Union, is seeking to further enhance the sport of Rugby in the College and invites expressions of interest in key voluntary roles in the Ashburton College Rugby Programme. The persons appointed are required to maintain positive relationships and links with the College and ensure student management is consistent with College Policies and Procedures. The coaches once appointed will have the ability to appoint their own managers.

The successful applicants will be responsible for leading the preparation and coaching, on and off the field, of the 1st XV to a standard of excellence that is required of teams participating in this prestigious competition, while embracing the Values of the College and the MCRU. Key attributes sought in the appointees include: • Strong technical knowledge of the modern game, combined with sound coaching and analytical skills.

• Experience in coaching sport at teenage representative level or higher.

• Special interest in College sport, balancing the objectives of success in the short-term, with the development of individual athletes in a team environment.

• An ability to work with and challenge a group of aspiring rugby players.

Applications close noon, Friday, October 22, 2021

Expressions of interest or enquiries about commitments can be made via email to Ross Preece, Principal, at principal@ashcoll.school.nz.

Please provide a brief rugby CV and referees.

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Daily Diary SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9

7.30am RUN AND WALK ASHBURTON. Meet outside frontrunner, Moore Street, runners and walkers, all fitness levels welcome. Coffee and chat at Columbus Cafe afterwards.

9am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. St David’s Fair and monster garage sale. 48 Allens Road.

Allenton.

9am - 12.30pm ASHBURTON DISTRICT FARMERS MARKET. Support local stall holders selling local fresh produce, plants, hot food and drinks. North end of West Street car park Ashburton.

9am-3pm ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM. Static displays with collections of up to 30 aircraft and memorabilia. Ashburton Airport. Seafield Road.

10am-12pm ASHBURTON VINTAGE CAR CLUB.

IN EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY PHONE 111.

For all other medical assistance outside of normal hours, please phone your General Practice team, 24/7, to speak with a health professional who will give you free health advice on what to do or where to go if you need urgent care.

If you don’t have a regular General Practice, call any GP team 24/7 for free telephone health advice.

NZ ALPINE AND AGRICULTURE ENCOUNTER AND THE ART GALLERY. Open for viewing. Mt Hutt Memorial Hall.160 Main Street, Methven.

11am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Worship service led by Rev Henry Mbambo. 48 Allens Road. Allenton.

1pm-3pm ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM. Static displays, collection of aircraft and memorabilia on display. Ashburton Airport, Seafield Road.

1.15pm WAIREKA CROQUET CLUB. Golf Croquet. Casual games. The domain, Philip Street.

5pm ST STEPHEN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH. Taizé Service. Park Street.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 11

1pm-3pm ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSUEM. Static displays, collection of aircraft and memorabilia on display. Ashburton Airport, Seafield Road.

1pm-4.30pm THE MID CANTERBURY LINE DANCERS. 1pm-2.15pm, weekly beginners learn to line dance, following on to easy intermediate. 2.30pm-3.30pm and intermediate level from 3.30pm-4.30pm. Instructor Annette Fyfe 0274813131. Tinwald Hall, Graham Street.

6pm ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Circuit training in the hall, 48 Allens Road, Allenton.

7pm-9.30pm R AND R LINEDANCING ASHBURTON. Upper Improvers/intermediate weekly line dance classes. Balmoral Hall, 240 Cameron Street.

9am - 1pm METHVEN LOCAL CRAFT AND PRODUCE MARKET. Held the first Sunday of each month. Methven Resort.

Main Street. Methven.

9.30am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Worship led by Henry Mbambo. 48 Allens Road.

Allenton.

10am ST ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Morning worship service led by Rev Eric Mattock, all welcome. Covid protocols will be in place. Sinclair Centre.

Park Street.

10am ST STEPHEN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH. Holy Communion, Park Street.

10am-4pm

6am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Circuit training in the hall. 48 Allens Road, Allenton.

10am AGE CONCERN ASHBURTON, 206 CLUB. Programme for the elderly runs Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Enquiries to 308 6817.

10am-4pm NZ ALPINE AND AGRICULTURE ENCOUNTER AND THE ART GALLERY. Open for viewing. Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, 160 Main Street Methven.

10.30am ASHBURTON COMMUNITY WALKING GROUP. Walking for about 30-40 minutes on Mondays and Fridays. Meet Walnut Avenue Pavilion.

ASHBURTON’S STREET RECEIVERS Business Area: Mon - Fri 5pm Residential Area: Mon - Fri 5pm

Call us free on (0800 787 797).

Lines open 10am - 10pm seven days.

Wises Pharmacy, Countdown Complex, East Street, will be open from 9am - 1pm Saturday, from 10am - 1pm Lifeline Sunday.

Toll-free: 0800 353 353.

Countdown Pharmacy, Ashburton South, 2 East Street, OMMUNITY ERVICES open from 9am - 8pm daily.

Information Centre

Alcohol Drug Help Line

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Ashburton Rest Homes Please contact directly for hours.

Three Rivers Health, Allens Road, Ashburton, will be the duty practice for Saturday until 8am Sunday. To make an appointment call your regular GP. Three Rivers Health, Allens Road, Ashburton, will be the duty practice for Sunday until 8am Monday. To make an appointment call your regular GP. Emergency phone until 8am Monday: 0800 700 155 Please bring your Community Services Card. All non New Zealanders should bring their passport with them, New Zealanders should bring some form of ID.

Emergency Dentist

For weekend and emergency services please phone Methven Medical Centre on 302 8105 or Rakaia Medical Centre on 303 5002 for details on how to access the after-hours service each weekend.

Healthline is a free health advice service. It operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The toll-free number

Please respect any COVID-19 restrictions or requirements

to call is 0800 611 116. Healthline is staffed by registered Ashburton Office - 307 8409 week-days, 9am - 2pm, nurses who are trained to assess health problems and offer outside of these hours leave a message. advice over the phone. The service is free and confidential.

DUTY DOCTORS

Methven & Rakaia Area

Museum and parts shed open. 86 Maronan Road.

Tinwald.

10am-4pm NZ ALPINE AND AGRICULTURE ENCOUNTER AND THE ART GALLERY. Open for viewing. Mt Hutt Memorial Hall. 160 Main Street Methven.

10am - 4pm WAIREKA CROQUET CLUB. Association croquet. Singles and doubles, the domain, Philip Street.

10.30am - 3.30pm ASHBURTON EMBROIDERERS’GUILD. Meet on the 1st Saturday of the month at the Seniors Centre, 206 Cameron Street.

1.15pm WAIREKA CROQUET CLUB. Golf Croquet, drawn Pairs. The domain, Philip Street.

7.30pm ASHBURTON MUSICAL CLUB. Final concert of the year “Youth of Note”. We welcome all visitors $5. Sinclair Centre, Park Street.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10

Weekend Services MEDICAL SERVICES

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Art Gallery

327 West Street, Ashburton, phone 308 1133.

Open daily: 10am – 4pm.

If you do not have or cannot contact your regular dentist, please phone 027 683 0679 for the name of the rostered weekend dentist in Christchurch. Hours 9am - 5pm, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

Ashburton Museum

HELPLINE SERVICES

Havelock Street. Ph 308 7192. Saturday: 10am - 1pm.

Sunday: 1pm - 4pm.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Call 0800 AA WORKS (0800 229 6757) or visit www.aa.org.nz for more information.

Mental Health - Call free on 0800 222 955.

Ask for the Crisis Team.

Safe Care - 24hr Rape and Sexual Assault Crisis

Support. Phone 03 364 8791

Victims Support Group

24hr - Freephone 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846).

Direct dials to a volunteer.

327 West Street, Ashburton, phone 307 7890.

Open daily: 10am – 4pm.

Ashburton Public Library

EA Networks Centre - Pools

20 River Terrace - phone 03 308 4020. WEEKEND HOURS: Sat and Sun 7am - 7pm. Public holidays 10am - 5pm.

Ashburton Operations Centre ASHBURTON MAIL CENTRE STANDARD POST: Mon - Fri 5pm POST DELIVERY CENTRES Allenton & Tinwald: Mon - Fri 5pm Methven & Rakaia: Mon - Fri 2pm

Methven - Saturday and public holidays 10am until 2.30pm. Phone 302 8955 or isite@midcanterburynz.com

ANIMAL SERVICES Dog, Stock & Noise Control

Ashburton District Council 03 307 7700 - 24hr service.

Animal Welfare Centre

All enquiries - phone 308 4432 or 027 3329286.

Veterinarians

ASHBURTON VETS - Ph 0276 838 000, 149 Cameron Street, Ashburton: Duty vet: Ben Hallenstein.

Full emergency service all weekend.

VET ENT RIVERSIDE - Ph 03 308 2321, 1 Smallbone Drive, Ashburton. Saturday clinic: 9am - 12 noon. Weekend 24-hour emergencies.

VETLIFE ASHBURTON - Ph 03 308 5095, Cnr East Street and Seafield Road, Ashburton. Saturday clinic: 9am - 12 noon. Weekend 24-hour emergencies.

CANTERBURY VETS - Ph 03 307 0686, West Street Clinic, West Street, Methven. Saturday clinic: 9am - 12 noon. Weekend emergencies: Jonathan Christian.

Vet Ent and Vet Life operate a joint after-hours SMALL animal emergency service. To use this service please phone your vet as usual.

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STODDART, Janice Margaret (Jan) – 24/12/1951 - 02/08/2021 The Stoddart Family – Denis, Michael and Deborah, Anna and Lyall and grandchildren, would like to sincerely thank everyone for their cards, flowers and support when our lovely and caring Jan passed away, after a 5 year journey with MND. A special thank you to all those who visited, met for coffee and shared their warmth with us even though the disease became increasingly limiting for her. She loved sharing in your lives and experiences.

Thank you so much to Dr Kate Grundy and the Palliative Support Group of nurses. Also the Tinwald Medical Centre, Dr Ritchie and Steph, and the Ashburton District nurses for the many visits that supported us through the final stages of Jan’s journey at home. Thanks to Jan’s amazing close friends, Margaret, Francie, Mary and Adele who visited and sat with Jan so often, also Robin Kilworth for bringing Jan Holy Communion. To Father Denis Nolan, your support through this difficult time to both Jan and myself was so kind and sincere and we thank you for conducting a lovely inclusive funeral Mass.

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EVEREST, Robin Margaret – Passed away peacefully in her 86th year on Tuesday, 5 October, 2021 after bravely facing the challenges of living with dementia. Adored and devoted wife of Owen for 63 wonderful years. Much loved mother and mother-inlaw of Phill and Jos, Di and Nev, Sue and Phil; special Nan to Mark and Mel, Anna and James, Paul and Sarah, Brit, Loz and Jacob, Lucy and Ben; Great-Nan to Arthur, Emma, William, Patrick, Frank and Max. Mum (Bridge) will be delighted to be reunited with the love of her life, Owen (Oz). Special thanks to the staff at Radius Millstream for the wonderful support and care of Mum for the past 3½ years. Messages to the Everest family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Canterbury would be appreciated. A Service for Robin will be held at St David's Union Church, on MONDAY October 11, commencing at 11am. Due to Covid number restrictions, if you would like to attend Robin’s service, please contact Phill, p.everest@xtra.co.nz. For anyone wishing to view the service online go to www.patersonsfuneral services.co.nz, Funeral Services and click on Robin’s notice for the link.

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Saturday: Fine, then showers developing towards afternoon, clearing in the evening.

A southerly change around dawn.

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Midnight Saturday

Canterbury Plains

16 MIN 4

Saturday: Fine to start. Showers developing during the morning, some heavy, especially near the foothills in the afternoon. Showers gradually clearing from evening. A morning southwest change.

Sunday: Morning cloud then fine. Northeasterlies.

Monday: Fine, then cloud increasing with evening showers. Northerlies becoming strong.

A series of fronts move away to the east Saturday morning followed by a southwest flow. A ridge builds over the country Saturday afternoon before receding northward later Sunday and another front moves onto southern New Zealand overnight. The southwesterlies turn northwesterly ahead of a low-pressure system approaching from the Tasman Sea. SUN PROTECTION ALERT PROTECTION REQUIRED

Even on cloudy days

Data provided by NIWA

: 55 10 : 40 am – 3 pm

Around The Region Saturday

Christchurch Darfield Lake Coleridge Methven Rakaia Timaru

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4 5 3 4 4 4

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17 17 16 17 14 17

5 8 6 9 8 5

Monday

19 17 15 17 16 17

7 7 5 6 5 6

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Sunday: Morning cloud then fine.

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Saturday Mountain weather hazards: Snow, Thunderstorm, Wind, Wind Chill.

Fine at first, then showers developing, some heavy with possible thunderstorms and hail north of the Rakaia River, clearing at night. Snow to 1600m.

Wind at 1000m: W gale 70 km/h north of Arthur’s Pass in the morning, otherwise 40 km/h, dying out everywhere by evening.

Wind at 2000m: SW 50 km/h, easing to 30 km/h in the evening.

Freezing level: Around 1900m.

Sunday Mountain weather hazards: None issued.

Fine for most, with increased cloud near the divide.

Wind at 1000m: Light.

Wind at 2000m: SW 30 km/h, gradually turning NW 40 km/h.

Freezing level: Rising to 2500m.

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H 6:33am 6:55pm 7:29am 7:53pm 8:26am L 12:17am 12:48pm 1:11am 1:42pm 2:05am H 6:09am 6:33pm 7:06am 7:31pm 8:07am L 12:26pm 12:50am 1:22pm 1:48am

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