Guardian Property | June 16

Property June 16, 2017

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Rock solid starter 106 Creek Road, Allenton What a smart move this property would be for those entering the market or looking to add to their investment portfolio.

A very well presented twobedroom gem, convenient location and a sunny aspect.

Life is pretty easy here!

Open plan living flows

seamlessly through the dining area and the living area which is kept cosy with a heatpump.

A double garage with mancave and sheds galore.

It’s all here – freshly decorated and as neat as a pin - this great opportunity is now yours.

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Allenton

CHARMING COTTAGE JUST FOR YOU

Allenton

1/4 Balmoral Place

For Sale Offers Over $260,000 View by appointment

15 Charles Street

For Sale $255,000 View Sat 11-11.30am or by appointment

Situated in quiet Balmoral Place this tidy unit is the front one of two. Views from the kitchen window of a prize winning garden is a bonus.

Single garage has internal access to sunny open plan living. Two double bedrooms with plenty of wardrobe space. This is a lovely location on the westside of town.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554395

Jenny Gray

M 027 452 2888 B 03 307 7377 jenny.gray@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

On offer a three bedroom character cottage in Allenton, set on a user friendly garden with play area to suit any family. The deck off the living is a great space to entertain, a fenced vegetable patch to further enhance, surrounded by trees there is also a garden pond. The home is well heated by a gas fire, heat pump and HRV. The master bedroom was once the lounge so is very sizable, the second bedroom is also a double.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554071

Eliza Waszczak

M 021 039 1770 B 03 307 7377 eliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

ROCK SOLID STARTER

Allenton

BIG HOME, BIGGER SECTION

Allenton

106 Creek Road

Deadline Sale

23 Davidson Street

For Sale Offers Over $515,000 View by appointment

Offers in the vicinity of $285,000. What a smart move this property would be for those entering the market or looking to add to their investment portfolio. A very well presented two-bedroom gem, convenient location and a sunny aspect. Life is pretty easy here! Open plan living flows seamlessly through the dining area and the living area which is kept cosy with a heatpump. A double garage with man-cave and sheds galore.

1pm, Tues 27 June 2017 (unless sold prior) View Sat 10-10.30am or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/554841

SMART LIVING ON HARRISON

Allenton

THIS IS COOL!

Allenton

55 Harrison Street

For Sale Offers Over $527,000 View Sat 11.45am-12.15pm or by appointment

59 Middle Road

Deadline Sale

Come see this just-completed, highly spec’d, town house. There are very few houses of this quality in this popular location.

Superb layout consisting of three bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk-in robe; well designed spacious kitchen complete with living leading on to a gorgeous deck and a landscaped section with some mature planting. Heatpump and double garage; separate laundry.

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554313

Eliza Waszczak

M 021 039 1770 B 03 307 7377 eliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Everything about this property is on a large scale.

Starting with the section which is 1,198sqm. The home itself in 270sqm and consists of two great sized living areas plus a sunroom. Heating is also extensive with many options including some underfloor, heatpump and a new electronic pellet fire. Four generous sized bedrooms and the master has an ensuite.

Easy to fall in love with this solid 1950s home on 692sqm section on popular Middle Road. New 6x7sqm double garage with auto door. Two double bedrooms plus a sunroom that could be a third bedroom. Fabulous exposed concrete paths and patio for outdoor living. Interior was tastefully updated approximately five years ago (new kitchen, bathroom, laundry and toilet.)

www.bayleys.co.nz/554850

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

4pm, Tues 20 June 2017 (unless sold prior) View Sat 11.30am-12pm or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/554889

Jenny Gray

M 027 452 2888 B 03 307 7377 jenny.gray@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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Allenton

PRIVATE, PEACEFUL AND PERFECT POSITION

Allenton

Racecourse Road

For Sale View by appointment

5 Walnut Avenue

Price by Negotiation View by appointment

Lot 3 800m² $195,000 Lot 5 939m² $212,000 Only two of these exclusive west facing sections left. All are fenced and waiting for new homes to be constructed.

www.bayleys.co.nz/550437

Jenny Gray

M 027 452 2888 B 03 307 7377

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Your outlook is ever changing here, overlooking the domain and Walnut Avenue. This classic townhouse has open plan living, two heatpumps and some under tile heating. Three double bedrooms with easy access to the spacious bathroom and separate toilet. Decor is professional throughout, well coordinated with top quality carpet, tiles and beautiful window furnishings.

Bayleys Ashburton - 03 307 7377

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Jenny Gray

M 027 452 2888 B 03 307 7377 jenny.gray@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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UNASSUMING QUALITY

Ashburton

ICONIC ASHBURTON BUSINESS

Ashburton

66 Cameron Street

For Sale $485,000 View by appointment

86 East Street

For Sale $125,000 plus GST (if any) View by appointment

Central living in a large very well appointed quality home. Loaded with smart features for your comfort and convenience. Modern décor, neat well maintained property priced to sell now. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, open plan living, auto louvred deck, conservatory, plus, plus.

Get in quick!

www.bayleys.co.nz/554679

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for an Iconic local business for 50+ years.

This business is well known for its busy morning tea and lunch trade along with its substantial takeaway menu. A fantastic takeaway business, with an outstanding reputation for their customer service and top-quality product; now it’s your chance to pick up the reins and run with it.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554116

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

SO CLOSE TO THE CBD

Ashburton

SIT BACK, RELAX AND ENJOY

Elgin

76 William Street

For Sale $340,000 View by appointment

9 Geoff Geering Drive

For Sale Offers Over $459,000 View Sat 12.30-1pm or by appointment

Fully alarmed, attractive three bedroom home only one block from town. Well fenced with sunny outdoor garden area. The bedrooms all have builtin furniture. The two living areas are heated with near new logburner. Single garage with internal access. A home of substance.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554555

Jenny Gray

M 027 452 2888 B 03 307 7377 jenny.gray@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

This home has all the finer things you would expect from a home of this age. With great design to maximise living space and flow to the outdoors.

You will love the location of this rear section, giving you a pleasant outlook as well as ensuring a greater level of privacy. There is ample outdoor living so entertaining here is a dream. Three double bedrooms master with ensuite.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554821

Eliza Waszczak

M 021 039 1770 B 03 307 7377 eliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

BACH KIWI STYLE

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Bach 25 / 369 Wrens Road

For Sale $130,000 View by appointment

Bach 63 / 369 Wrens Road

For Sale $160,000 View by appointment

Bach 25 is available after 30 years. Kiwi style batch, two bedrooms plus a bunkroom. Open living, separate kitchen and bathroom. Two outdoor areas for enjoying the sound of the sea and the sunshine. Single garage, fully furnished.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

This cozy, open-plan bach is fully furnished including washing machine, fridge and freezer.

Two bedrooms and tidy kitchen. Bathroom combined with laundry and a new wood fire, also a heatpump. A spacious living space and single garage and shed.

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Wakanui

76A Thomson Street

For Sale $490,000 View by appointment

42 Hakatere Drive

For Sale Offers Over $240,000 View by appointment

Custom designed for sophisticated urban living an opportunity to buy brand new in a private and secure location. Contemporary interiors with quality finishes, enjoy the benefits of a ’turn key’ finish, just move in and enjoy, top quality fixtures and fittings, LED lighting, installed heatpump, completed paths and lawn allowing you to lay out the garden to your taste.Be in to choose your decor!

www.bayleys.co.nz/554450

Jon McAuliffe

M 027 432 7769 B 03 307 7377 jon.mcauliffe@bayleys.co.nz

www.bayleys.co.nz/554106

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Stunning location backing onto the reserve with views of the Pacific Ocean and the Southern Alps this place is truly special!

This permanent material two bedroom home is located in the popular Hakatere settlement.

The property comes fully furnished.

This bach is very tidy and nicely presented to the market - act NOW!

Bayleys Ashburton - 03 307 7377

www.bayleys.co.nz/554110

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

www.bayleys.co.nz/553861

John Lamb

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Pricing your property to sell Pricing your home can be a confusing process, but it doesn’t have to be.

The first step is getting an appraisal, or maybe you have chosen to get several appraisals. Once you have seen these appraised prices, you may be puzzled as to how these prices were figured out.

Put simply, it’s based on recent sales of properties currently on the market that are a close match to your home. If you are trying to price your home based on a neighbour’s recent high sale price, stop, and consider, is the neighbour’s house even comparable to mine?

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You may be happy to sit there for more than three months with no real action. If this is so, consider waiting till a better time to showcase your property. Buyers are picky when there is a lot of stock.

weeks of buyers.

Is your property unique and in hot demand?

Once you have considered all your options, sit down with your chosen real estate sales person and ask them the question – what will be the best way to price my home to achieve maximum outcome for me in the shortest time?

Maybe it’s in perfect condition, in a great location, and needs minimal restoration. A property like this could be advertised with no price and a deadline to meet and with a great marketing plan to attract attention and multiple buyers.

Factors to consider when entering the market

property shortage, or your price will need to be sharp to attract purchasers to your home.

Pricing high has disadvantages and advantages

Many similar properties are competing with your property in the same price range. Consider if what you have is like many others currently on market and then, if it is, maybe it’s best to wait for a

What’s sharp? We all have a vendor’s price, market price and a purchaser’s price. Of course, as a vendor you want the most, but are you going to achieve this by pricing above the market?

The biggest disadvantage of a high price is that the price could be putting potential buyers off and missing the mark completely, and you have to reduce it later therefore you are missing the first two

Try a higher figure but be prepared to have your house sitting. Be ready to consider lower offers: only you can decide ultimately what you want to sell for.

Remember, it’s not about the highest appraised price, it’s the best way to maximise your sale outcome.

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Celery – good things take time Like most ‘winter’ veg, celery takes time to grow and mature. Maybe it’s cheaper and it’s certainly easier to buy from the supermarket.

replacement plant.

But as many of our customers know, growing your own vegetables is about more than that. Namely, knowing what’s gone on to your food before you eat it, and the sense of satisfaction and enjoyment from growing it yourself.

Here’s a tip: slide your thumb down the inside of the fattest stalks and gently twist to pull them off the plant.

To grow great celery, the first thing you need to do is prepare your soil. Celery likes soil that’s well- drained and sweet (and in a full sun position), so make sure you add lime before planting. If you’re equipped to measure PH levels, the reading should be between five and six.

Celery also grows best in a garden that’s raised and filled with potting mix – so if you can make this combination happen, you’re off to a great start.

Once your soil’s ready, head online or to your local garden shop to get some celery seedlings.

When you’re ready to plant, dig a hole approximately 3cm deep. Pop in your seedling and use compost to create a mound around the plant. This blanches the base of the stems and keeps them tender.

Your plants will develop slowly at first, but in about 12 – 14 weeks, your celery should be ready to harvest.

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You may notice the home-grown version doesn’t look quite as perfect as the supermarket variety, but it will definitely taste as good – probably even better thanks to the knowledge that you grew it yourself.

plants – just keep your celery watered and that should do the trick.

Plant each seedling 20 – 25cm apart and continue this process in rows across your garden. Celery grows best this way, making it a good companion plant for dwarf beans, carrots, spring onions, parsley and bok choy.

In fact, if you have any of these in your garden and they’re ready to harvest, celery is the perfect

The good news is you don’t have to keep mounding like you do with some

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Disclosure rules when selling a home Real estate advertisements are designed to make every property look like a dream buy.

property, whether it’s something small like a garage door not working properly, or a bigger deal like an non-consented deck, it’s best to discuss them with the agent you are working with.

That’s why they gloss over the negative aspects and linger on the good points, wanting you to be drawn in by the sundrenched location rather than be put off by lack of garaging.

They can help you decide how to manage the problem, whether that means fixing it, or disclosing it to potential buyers. However, a licensed real estate agent must not disclose any problems with your property to buyers without getting your consent first. If a seller doesn’t agree on a disclosure, the agent is required to stop working for them rather than disclose any defects without consent.

It’s no crime to gloss over a property’s quirks, but lying by omission or design about more serious matters is not allowed.

If you do this when selling your property you may be at risk of being sued by the purchaser.

When you’re ready to sell your property it’s a good idea to get legal advice about your obligations before you sign an agency agreement.

Most of these agreements, which set out the terms and conditions of your contract with the real estate agent, require you to confirm that you are unaware of any undisclosed defects in the property and that you haven’t withheld any information about it.

As a seller, you must also confirm that your property has all the necessary consents and code compliance certificates for any building work. Any outstanding consents, including ones that involve any works at a neighbour’s property, should be disclosed to the agent.

This is important for several reasons.

Licensed real estate agents have clear obligations when it comes to disclosure. They must not mislead a seller or a potential buyer, or withhold any information. While it’s not up to the agent to uncover any hidden defects in a property, they must tell any prospective buyers what they know.

Under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008, if licensed real estate agents suspect that a property may have a defect then they are obliged to ask the seller about it, or advise potential buyers of any risks.

For example, if a property is next door to a proposed new development, or if it’s in an area that’s been subject to flooding, the agent must tell prospective buyers

rather than turning a blind eye.

If your property may be prone to weather-tightness issues thanks to its age or cladding, then the agent may have to disclose this potential risk to prospective buyers.

If it doesn’t have any weather-tightness problems it may be worth getting this confirmed in an expert report by a qualified building inspector who has professional indemnity insurance, understands the strict legal requirements of their role and carries out their work in accordance with the New Zealand Property Inspection Standard.

This will help make the sale process as efficient as possible.

If you know there are issues with the

These rules offer more protection to buyers than the traditional attitude of ‘caveat emptor’ (buyer beware), which assumed that the seller would always know more than the buyer and any sale was at the buyer’s risk.

However, buyers should always do their own research about a property before signing a sale and purchase agreement.

Buyers should also ask the agent about anything they are concerned about, no matter how trivial it may seem. It’s far better to get an answer upfront than find out when it’s too late.

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Make sure you seal your bricks fills the pores and prevents liquid water from penetrating.

However, siloxanes are breathable, so water vapour from the interior can still escape from the brick.

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Siloxanes have the added benefit of not colouring or darkening the substrate.

They are clear and do not leave a glossy sheen.

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Since siloxanes penetrate the masonry and are not on the surface, the original texture of the surface is maintained. And the penetration into the masonry substrate actually protects them from the elements.

There is a misconception that bricks are a permanent material and never need attention. However, although brick and mortar structures may look solid and durable enough to withstand exposure to the weather, brick is a porous material and needs sealing every 10 years.

Before you start you will need to thoroughly clean all surfaces by mixing together a few squirts of liquid dish detergent or sugar soap in a bucket of warm water, then scrubbing the wall with a stiff-bristled brush. Remove all grime, efflorescence or moss.

Now is the perfect time to seal your bricks and mortar as winter sets in.

Prolonged exposure to the elements causes unsealed exterior brick walls to absorb water, allowing moisture to seep into the home. Mould can begin to grow on and behind the brick, and efflorescence can form on the surface.

Yes, this sounds very time-consuming, so a half-day hire of a waterblaster is a great investment. Gently waterblast the bricks and allow to dry for at least 24 hours.

Efflorescence is the whitish staining on the surface of brick and masonry. It is the accumulation of salts from the brick itself which occurs when moisture evaporates.

Apply the penetrating sealer using a large paintbrush, paint roller or sprayer.

Take care to read the manufacturer’s directions. In most cases, sealer should be applied in long, smooth strokes in one direction, then applied in the opposite direction to ensure full and even coverage.

Spalling is when the brick or masonry substrate flakes. This is often caused by water freezing inside the brick and expanding, causing the brick to break and flake.

Excessive moisture eventually compromises the integrity of unsealed brick walls. The best way to prevent this damage and avoid extensive repairs is to coat exterior brick walls with a penetrating sealer.

However, you need to take care. A surface sealer such as acrylics, silicones

Allow the sealer to dry for a minimum of 30 minutes before applying a second coat.

Brick is a porous materials and needs to be sealed every 10 years. or epoxies can actually trap water vapour from the inside of the building from getting out, causing spalling.

The best way to waterproof and seal a

brick or other masonry substrate is with a penetrating siloxane based sealer. The siloxane penetrates into the masonry substrate and chemically bonds to it. This

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Some sealers only require one coat and they mean it. As you go over already coated areas you can see it repelling the moisture, so make sure you achieve an even coverage first time.

Happy sealing.

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June 16 Ashburton Tease: Burlesque Variety Show Ashburton Trust Event Centre Ruby Ruin is proud to bring a spectacular night of burlesque, dazzling dance & comedy.

Door Sales: $35.00, General Admission: $25.00. R18.

Doors open 8pm. Show starts 8:30pm.

June 17 Ashburton Spiritual Group Mini Expo The Pavilion. Walnut Ave. This expo will bring together local mediums and healers for one day. There will be a charge for a healing or a reading.

Crystals for sale. Follow our group on facebook @ The Ashburton Spiritual Group.

Admission A gold coin donation 10.00am to 4.00 pm.

Midwinter Woolfeast 2017 Te Hapua Halswell Centre, 341 Halswell Road, Christchurch Midwinter Woolfeast in New Zealand’s wool craft spectacular.

Come to the stunning Te Hapua: Halswell Centre and experience the visual, tactile overload that is the contemporary world of woolcraft. Packed full of artisan yarn dyers, top homegrown talent and fabulous international craft brands.

If you knit, crochet, felt, spin, weave, or if you’d like to learn Midwinter Woolfeast is the event for you.

10am – 5pm Lincoln Farmers’ and Craft Market Lincoln Library Come and soak in the country life at this friendly, popular community market in the picturesque township of Lincoln.

A genuine Farmers’ Market with a fantastic community spirit!

Join in the fun at our regular themed community events.

10.30am - 1.00pm Rural Challenge Ashburton Club and MSA Ray White Big Smoke vs Power Farming Rural Folk Team Challenge and Auction 2017.

Tickets $40, available from May 1. Contact Rex Whiting 027 325 5349 or Jo Veale 027 221 8085.

venue is warm and toasty and you’ll be able to enjoy a piping hot Staveley Sausage Roll, yummy crepes and cakes.

10am – 3pm Lincoln Farmers’ and Craft Market Lincoln Library Come and soak in the country life at this friendly, popular community market in the picturesque township of Lincoln.

A genuine Farmers’ Market with a fantastic community spirit!

Join in the fun at our regular themed community events.

10.30am - 1.00pm Peel Forest Cafe Henry Bolt local Geraldine Talent.

Liam Kennedy-Clark “Hometown Show” Ashburton Trust Event Centre Liam returns back to his hometown of Ashburton, to put on a one of a kind show that you will not want to miss!

Tickets: $28 plus fees 7.30pm

June 25 Winter Encraftment Lincoln Event Centre This is undoubtedly the best place to shop for everything handmade. We hand-pick an awesome array of New Zealand’s finest crafters and designers, there’s every excuse to treat yourself or find wonderful gifts for those you love. Offering a wonderful selection of products ranging from clothing and accessories, jewellery, housewares, stationery, kidswear and toys, art prints and more!

10am - 3pm Art Auction Mt Hutt Memorial Hall An Auction of the late Viera Beatties art work.

Art will be on display from June 25, with the auction June 27.

June 27 Sue Nicholson-Answers from the Other Side Ashburton Trust Event Centre A sensational live show from gifted psychic medium Sue Nicholson.

7pm

6.30pm The Winter Project - Mid Canterbury Fashion Show Hotel Ashburton Join us for our first Mid Canterbury fashion show. It’s a girls night out! Grab your mums, sisters, girlfriends, aunts and workmates, come see our latest collection on the runway, and hear some styling tips by the designer of Key Black.

General: $25.00, Table of 6: $120.00.

6.30pm - 8.30pm.

June 20-June 22 Heartland Music Festival Ashburton Trust Event Centre Mid Canterbury’s local schools come together to perform and show their singing talents to the community.

7.30pm

June 24 The Marvellous Monthly Mayfield Market Mayfield War Memorial Hall, Mayfield.

Entry to our event is free, our

June 29 Dan Bremnes - Wherever I Go NZ Tour Ashburton Baptist Church Canadian-born Dan Bremnes is a multi-award winning singerwriter, husband and father and one of the hottest names in Christian music today.

7.00pm - 8.30pm

July 1 Fabric and Craft Bazaar - Ashburton Altrusa Sinclair Centre, Park Street Ashburton.

Enquiries Ph 03 308-6088 9am - 4pm Lyttelton Farmers Market London St, Lyttelton The market is open every Saturday - rain, hail or shine, all seasons and all weathers, including 2016 Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Please support local growers and artisan food makers by buying from an authentic farmers’ market.

10.00am - 1.00pm

Lincoln Farmers’ and Craft Market Lincoln Library Come and soak in the country life at this friendly, popular community market in the picturesque township of Lincoln.

A genuine Farmers’ Market with a fantastic community spirit!

Join in the fun at our regular themed community events.

10.30am - 1.00pm

including 2016 Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Please support local growers and artisan food makers by buying from an authentic farmers’ market.

10.00am - 1.00pm

9.30am – 1pm

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July 27

NZ Guitar Quartet Ashburton Trust Event Centre The New Zealand Guitar Quartet comprises four uniquely accomplished guitarists.

Rhys Darby Ashburton Trust Event Centre Darby’s shows are always a mix of astute observations and stand-up.

Tickets: Adult: $59.90, Senior/ Student: $54.90, Group of 6+: $54.90

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July 29

Peel Forest Cafe Singer songwriter Eddie Simon.

The Marvellous Monthly Mayfield Market Mayfield War Memorial Hall, Mayfield.

Entry to our event is free, our venue is warm and toasty and you’ll be able to enjoy a piping hot Staveley Sausage Roll, yummy crepes and cakes.

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July 8 Lyttelton Farmers Market London St, Lyttelton The market is open every Saturday - rain, hail or shine, all seasons and all weathers, including 2016 Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. 10.00am - 1.00pm Lincoln Farmers’ and Craft Market Lincoln Library Come and soak in the country life at this friendly, popular community market in the picturesque township of Lincoln.

A genuine Farmers’ Market with a fantastic community spirit!

Join in the fun at our regular themed community events.

10.30am - 1.00pm Mountain Mayhem Mount Hutt Memorial Hall Come and enjoy a full threehour family show brought to you by Aftershock Pro Wrestling based in Christchurch.

6.00pm-9.00pm

July 14-July 16 Children of Eden Ashburton Trust Event Centre This family-oriented production presents its characters as human, flawed, loving, conflicted, striving - pursuing a direction in life that is embracing of all heritage and parentage.

Early Bird Tickets (First 100 Adult tickets)-fees apply: $23.00, Adult-fees apply: $25.00, Child-fees apply: $17.50

July 15 Lyttelton Farmers Market London St, Lyttelton The market is open every Saturday - rain, hail or shine, all seasons and all weathers, including 2016 Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Please support local growers and artisan food makers by buying from an authentic farmers’ market.

10.00am - 1.00pm Peel Forest Cafe Peel Forest Gorgeous Mid Winter Ball

July 22 Lyttelton Farmers Market London St, Lyttelton The market is open every Saturday - rain, hail or shine, all seasons and all weathers,

South Island Half Marathon Lake Hood This beautiful lake will host the South Island Half Marathon and 1/6 Marathon.

Half Marathon: $59.00

One Night of Queen Ashburton Trust Event Centre One Night of Queen, performed

by Gary Mullen and The Works is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time.

R13. Adult - Premium: $89.00 8pm – 10.30pm

10am – 3pm

August 23 Tutus on Tour Ashburton Trust Event Centre We are delighted to present Tutus on Tour, the RNZB’s legendary regional touring programme, in a new format for 2017.

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July 22 Lyttelton Farmers Market London St, Lyttelton The market is open every Saturday - rain, hail or shine, all seasons and all weathers, including 2016 Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Please support local growers and artisan food makers by buying from an authentic farmers’ market.

10.00am - 1.00pm African Drumming and Dance Workshop Community House Mid Canterbury Come and learn groovy, contagious African Rhythms & Dance in a fun easy Workshop with Koffie Fugah.

All levels welcome. Everyone will be challenged at their own level.

Djembe drums will be provided but limited, so contact Koffie on 021 02680964 for more information.

Admission $30 10.30am - 2.00pm

The Marvellous Monthly Mayfield Market Mayfield War Memorial Hall, Mayfield.

Entry to our event is free, our venue is warm and toasty and you’ll be able to enjoy a piping hot Staveley Sausage Roll, yummy crepes and cakes.

10am – 3pm

September 13

The Imperial Russian Ballet Company return to NZ. 7.30pm

October 7 Antique and Collectables Fair Tinwald War Memorial Hall Quality antique fair presented

by The Antique Fair Charitable Trust TACT. All items for sale including quality antique furniture, vintage tools, quality china, linen, crystal, art, glass & silver, clocks, books, jewellery (vintage/modern), collectables, vintage and much more.

Door sales only, Adults: $4.00 10am – 4pm

October 14 Stars in Your Eyes Ashburton Trust Event Centre This is an Ashburton County Lions fundraising event for The Youth Trust Ashburton.

Free Entry forms available from Ashburton Information Centre or Ashburton Trust Event Centre.

October 19 The Sound of Music Ashburton Trust Event Centre From the producer of the recent touring stage shows Grease, HMS Pinafore, Menopause the Musical and South Pacific, THE SOUND OF MUSIC will be performed in 20 cities throughout New Zealand. TAReserve: Adult $85/Child 16 & under $69.90/Group of 12 + $75 B-Reserve: Adult $79.90/ Child 16 & under $69.90/ Group of 12 + $69.90 (fees apply) 7pm

Bill Massey’s Tourists (Arts on Tour) Ashburton Trust Event Centre Written & performed by Jan Bolwell Bill Massey’s Tourists has left audiences weeping and laughing. Open Hat Night 7.30pm

September 23

October 22 Andrew London Trio (Arts on Tour NZ) Ashburton Trust Event Centre Subtle and occasionally subversive satirical songs about the minutiae of daily life.

October 27

Peak to Pub This race is achievable for anyone who is interested in challenging themselves physically and mentally.

A Festival of Russian Ballet Ashburton Trust Event Centre

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Isla Grant In Concert Ashburton Trust Event Centre Scotland’s legendary singer/ song writer Isla Grant returns to New Zealand with exciting new songs – plus her extensive repertoire of most loved music.

7.30pm

www.ateventcentre.co.nz Burlesque Tease On Tour

Heartland Music Festival

Ruby Ruin is proud to bring you “Tease on Tour”; a spectacular night of burlesque, dazzling dance & comedy at Ashburton Tease - Burlesque Variety Show.

Showcasing the talents of their fabulous guest performers as well as local dancers, for an evening of glamour and frivolity.

Over three evenings our local school’s choirs showcase their singing talents in this ever popular annual Choral Festival.

Tue, Wed, Thu 7.30pm All Tickets: $14* (under 1’s free on knee)

Fri, 8.30pm / Tickets: Adult: $25* Door Sales: $35* – R18

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Liam Kennedy-Clark “Hometown Show”

Liam returns back to his hometown of Ashburton. His new show features some of New Zealand’s best young artists, Kayla Marshall, and Campbell & Alyssa Landrebe, along with a fantastically talented house band.

The Star of TVNZ 2’s all new Sensing Murder series

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Sue Nicholson – Answers from the other side

Answers from the Other Side is the sensational live show from gifted psychic medium Sue Nicholson. Sue’s abilities have been seen on TVNZ’s ‘Sensing Murder’, the ‘Good Morning’ show and 20/20 Prepare to be amazed and enlightened.

Tue, 7.00pm All tickets: $64.95*

Sat, 7.30pm / Tickets: Adult $28* Child 13* & under $22*

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