Guardian Property | July 14

Property July 14, 2017

& LIFESTYLE

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Rural lifestyle with potential

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Rural lifestyle with potential 362 Ashburton Staveley Road, Greenstreet This small rural holding of 2.0 hectares offers the potential buyers “The Good Life” with options aplenty.

The property boasts a fivebay shed with two bays lined.

The lined bays have been converted into living quarters (not consented) allowing the potential buyer the option to live on-site while building

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The property is well fenced with good shelter and an array of rural infrastructure including sheep and cattle yards.

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With views to the picturesque mountains and multiple potential building sites this property is a mustsee.

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July can be interesting Sitting in my office writing this article waiting for the big snow storm to hit. I’ve got my wood in and the dogs have been walked. All the bread has been cleaned out at the Supermarket and there is standing room only as everyone starts stocking up in case the Supermarket closes for a day, or maybe the power will go off for two hours. Life isn’t too bad if that is all we have to worry about.

Let’s look on the bright side, the shortest day has been and gone and it’s getting lighter at night. The frost will stop and we will start getting some of those warm spring days, it’s no far away.

Real estate can be a funny old game, a little bit like the weather. It’s not hard to let it get you a little down. I go the other way and start thinking about what’s the plan for Spring and Summer. It’s like a bad

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and by no means all, that just like to see the bad side of things. I worked a while at a local freezing works which closed. Most of the people that worked there got on with it and found new jobs and carried on.

The ones that moaned everyday could not see the positives in the job, (really good money), were the ones crying at the gate.

Saying “I’ll miss my job, I really liked it.”

Sometimes you don’t know how good it is until it’s gone.

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rugby commentator, if the guy drops the odd ball he is pretty much written off. One bad game doesn’t make a bad All Black and one quiet month doesn’t mean the real estate bubble has burst.

We are a funny nation as there are some,

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So, with real estate, take the quieter times to sit back and work out the plan for marketing your home. What needs painting, fix the rotten weatherboards, get the backyard into shape, the list goes on. Give us a call and we can guide you on what needs done. Don’t do too good of a job, you may not want to sell and then we will be the one’s crying at the gate.

Having an agent call around and give you some free, yes free, advice on things.

Sometimes you will spend on areas that you don’t need to, remember you will see things that probably won’t concern a purchaser. 9/10 people will change things you have done and thought looked great.

Everyone likes to put their own touch on things.

There is a lot of experience in our office, so don’t be shy to use it. As sure as there is Winter, there is Spring and Summer.

So, put another log on the fire, turn on the living channel and enjoy not having to do anything for a month or two and start planning what needs to be done. Don’t let the doom and gloomers get you as it can spread quicker than flu. We live in a positive, busy, little town with a great real estate market.

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AT HOME

Transform your bedroom into your personal household retreat Your bedroom should be your haven; the place to kick back, relax and take time out.

It’s the place you rest, sleep, rejuvenate and hibernate. And it is often the room that we personalise the most without realising.

lighting, your bed (very important), bedroom furniture and wardrobe. Just keep in mind that your bedroom should be designed for relaxation and winding down so choose colours and furniture that will help you do so.

From carpet to curtains, dressers and drawers plus décor there are lots of things you can do to make the space yours. When redesigning your bedroom there are some key things to consider: colour, flooring,

If you’re re-lining a room, ensure all studs are planed straight. This is also a good time to install building paper and insulation in your walls if you don’t already have them.

One of the best ways to change your bedroom is to redo the flooring.

Timber floors look beautiful and are great in the warmer months but try adding a rug in the colder months to create some extra warmth – as well as bringing in colour, texture and pattern to your room.

It is nice to have something soft underfoot when you get out of bed in the morning, particularly in winter, so consider putting carpet or sisal on your bedroom

floor for comfort and warmth.

Depending on what kind of flooring you choose to put down, always ensure the preparation is correct. The floor should be level and straight. Floor levelling compound can be your best friend at this stage.

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Wonderful winter violas We’re on a colour buzz at the nursery this winter. Last month I wrote about adding colour to your winter garden with the three Ps – polyanthus, primula and pansy.

Now, I’m going to recommend you add even more colour by planting violas.

We have several different coloured violas available to order. Two straight colours – apricot and blue.

And two mixed bundles of colours – the penny citrus mix which has yellow, apricot and white flowers.

And viola mixed colours which includes white, yellow, purple and more.

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Next you need to find somewhere to plant. I recommend looking for wide, open spaces. Violas grow really well alongside paving or patios. They also look fantastic in borders around spring bulbs or roses — particularly as the roses go dormant and lose their leaves.

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And if you’re a hanging basket fan (like I am), use violas to create a welcoming entrance at your place throughout the cooler months. You can also pop them in a pot — in fact they look great planted around the outside of potted shrubs or citrus trees.

Wherever you decide to plant, simply dig in a balanced fertiliser, then plant

your seedlings in small holes, about 20cm apart.

If growing them in a pot, make sure you use a good potting mix to provide all the nutrients they need.

Try not to position any pots under the eaves of your house. Violas like good air circulation and keeping them away from these types of spots will help prevent them getting downy mildew.

In about four to six weeks, you should have even more colour in your garden.

Remember to pick off the dead heads to encourage them to flower, and you’ll get to enjoy the effect for much, much longer.

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ADVICE

Buying off the plan – what you need Buying a brand new home off the plans can seem extremely attractive, especially if you’re struggling to find a property that meets all your needs. If you decide to go down this route it is absolutely crucial to enter the process with your eyes wide open. Reading the fine print – starting with the photo caption advising you that ‘some images are an artist’s impression’ – is just the beginning.

There are many benefits to buying off a plan. Not only are you signing up for a new home that should meet all the latest building specifications, but you are buying something at a set price with an initially low outlay.

A long settlement period (while the development is completed) gives you time to get your finances in order. In theory, if the market remains buoyant then the property will increase in value over this period so you will be getting more than what you paid for at the outset.

However, the process is not without risks, says Kevin Lampen-Smith, chief executive of the Real Estate Agents Authority (REAA).

“If the market falls, then you may encounter problems if you try to sell. Also, the property may not meet your expectations and the build may take longer than expected. You are entirely reliant on

the developer, so you are at risk if their business fails and/or the development is on-sold to another company.”

Lampen-Smith says buying off plan requires all the same due diligence and care as buying an existing property.

“Start by putting in some solid research,” he says.

“Don’t be swayed by pre-sale sweeteners and flash show homes that may bear little resemblance to the actual finished product. Do your homework about the developer and the construction firm – find

out what their track records are, examine their credentials and look at any previous developments they have been involved in. Remember that you are giving these people your hard-earned money and you need to be confident that they will deliver the goods.”

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to know to the ‘look and feel’ of a development or new subdivision, and include restrictions regarding fences, landscaping, exterior colour and cladding choices and may even include car parking rules for you or your visitors.

Developers will approach selling off plans in many different ways. Some contracts are designed to allow the buyer to choose their own floor plan; others may allow the developer to change the layout without checking first. Every detail of the property, from the expected timeline to the finishes used, must be spelled out in the contract.

It is vital to get legal advice before signing anything, Lampen-Smith says.

Generally, buying off a plan means providing a deposit upfront to secure the property. The remainder of the money is due on completion, but you will have to prove that you have the finance from the outset. While the long lead-in period provides time to save money, there is also

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a risk that interest rates may go up or lending criteria may change. Lampen-Smith suggests discussing these issues with your bank or financial advisor to make sure you are prepared if the situation changes.

“If a real estate agent is involved in sell-

ing properties in a proposed development, they can help you navigate the process,” Lampen-Smith says.

It’s also important to engage a lawyer to help you understand all the details of the sale and purchase agreement and any covenants on the title. These may extend

“If you don’t go through these details very carefully before you sign you may be in for some unpleasant surprises later.

Remember to check the contract to see if there is a ‘sunset clause’ that specifies what will happen if the development is not finished in time. Don’t forget to ask what will happen if the developer goes into liquidation and the project is sold to another company. The last thing you want is for your dream home, not to mention your deposit, to vanish into thin air.”

For independent advice on buying or selling property, check out www.reaa. govt.nz.

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July 14-July 16

July 27

August 6

September 15

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

Operatunity Presents: It’s Rainin’ Men! Theatre Royal, Timaru Four fabulous men sing some of the greatest songs ever written, ranging from music theatre, powerful ballads, Rat Pack, 50’s songs in a show of melody and memories!

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

Half Marathon: $59.00

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

August 7

Waste Free Parenting Workshop - With Kate Meads The Resource Recovery Park This is a humerous, entertaining and inspirational event full of tips and ideas around ways you can minimise waste at home.

You get a free $100 goodie bag with each ticket, bursting with waste minimisation products.

There are limited spaces and goodie bags available at each event. Please arrive 15 minutes before the workshop starts.

Individual Ticket: $25.00, Couple Ticket: $25.00

July 15 Lyttelton Farmers Market London St, Lyttelton The market is open every Saturday - rain, hail or shine.

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 Canterbury Bride of The Year 2017 Addington Events Centre, Twigger St, Christchurch The Canterbury Bride of The Year 2017 is an exciting new annual event for Christchurch, where past brides, bridesmaids, and flower girls can relive that wedding wonder as they take to the catwalk to compete for Bride of The Year 2017.

It will be a fabulous evening of wedding fashion that will also offer a sneak preview for ‘Bridal Fashion Review 2018’.

We will be fundraising for the New Zealand Bowel and Liver Trust throughout the evening with all proceeds from our mystery ticket sales going to our chosen Charity.

There will also be an abundance of spot prizes for ‘Brides to Be’ and event guests attending throughout the evening.

For more information visit our Facebook page fb.com/ canterburybrideoftheyearnz/ General Admission: $30.00 7.30pm – 10.30pm

July 17 Ashburton Home & School LEGO FUN Sinclair Centre Relax while your children get creative with thousands of LEGO pieces supplied by the House of Bricks. Hot drinks and home baking available to purchase during the afternoon.

A fundraiser for Ashburton Borough Home and School Committee. Enquires 027 513 6975. $5 per child. Purchase tickets at the door. Cash only please (no eftpos).

1.00pm – 3.00pm

July 22 Lyttelton Farmers Market London St, Lyttelton The market is open every Saturday - rain, hail or shine.

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July 28 Rural Women NZ Region 2 Conference Senior Centre, 206 Cameron Street Our day will include Regional Business, Speakers, Competitions and other activities. RWNZ Board Chair Penny Mudford will be in attendance. Guest Speakers during the day - Kate Boyd & Charlotte Rietveld.

Cost $15.00 includes morning tea and lunch.

For more information contact Sandra on 027 324 5635 10.00am – 3.00pm

July 29 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 Mt Somers Duck Pluckers Ball Mt Somers Hall You are invited to Mt Somers’ biggest Maimai to celebrate the best thing about duck hunting... the return of the Duck Pluckers Ball!

A bar will be operating as plucking is thirsty work (no BYO).

Dress: Formal plucking attire only, Jacket, furs, frocks and feathers.

R18 General admission: $50.00 7.00pm – Midnight

July 30 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

9.30am – 1pm

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

August 12 Back to Basics Expo 58 Melcombe Street, Ashburton New Life Church Natural Savvy Living. All welcome to learn tips from the locals on how to live a healthy, resourceful and economic lifestyle. DIY, preserving, remedies, recipies and much more.

Free entry.

11.00am – 3.00pm

August 19 Hobnail - Open Hat Night This is a live show not to be missed!

For the uninitiated, it will be a rare treat as one of the country’s best live acts tours the finest album of its illustrious career.

10.00am – 12.30pm Food Lovers Masterclass With Kate Meads The Resource Recovery Park At this educational masterclass, not only will you receive $100 worth of goodies from your local council, you will get lots of exciting and inspirational advice around ways you can reduce your food waste.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the workshop starts.

Individual Ticket: $25.00, Couple Ticket: $25.00 6.00pm – 8.00pm

September 23 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 The Imperial Russian Ballet Company return to NZ.

September 25

August 23

Boulevard Day For over 35 years Mid Canterbury’s Long-standing fun day is on again, with a great variety of stalls, local retailers, and small unique businesses operating in the Mid Canterbury area and others coming from all around New Zealand.

Once again this year the theme is hats (protecting you from the strong UV in mid-Canterbury) and we will have a prize for the best stall holder, retailer and visitor dressed for the day.

Entertainment for all ages.

We look forward to seeing visitors from as far North as Kaikoura and as far South as

August 26 New Zealand Male Choir In Concert St Patricks Basilica, Timaru Road, Waimate District A celebration of the male voice with the NZMC performing a range of beautiful songs from gospel, NZ waiata, folk and opera.

They will be joined in concert with the Waimate Community and Filipino Choirs who will add to an entertaining and inspiring evening of music and song.

Adults: $25.00 Students and Children: $0.00 7.30pm – 9.00pm

August 29 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.

10.00am - 1.00pm

August 5 and 6

July 23

10am – 3pm

Ceilidh Senior Centre The Ashburton County Scottish Society is be holding a Ceilidh.

Entertainment and afternoon tea supplied.

Admission is $5.

Methven Craft Fair Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Methven.

Come along and check out what our stall holders have to offer, something for everyone or any occasion.

All proceeds to Methven Playcentre.

Free Admission

1.30pm

10.00am - 4.00pm

7.30pm

September 13 Bill Massey’s Tourists Ashburton Trust Event Centre Written & performed by Jan Bolwell Bill Massey’s Tourists has left audiences weeping and laughing. Open Hat Night

October 22

9.00am - 3.30pm

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

October 7

October 27

No entry fee, just come and soak up the Mid Canterbury experience.

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

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

October 27 & 28 140th Ashburton A & P Show Ashburton A & P Showgrounds Entertainment, Trade Sites, Equestrian Events something for everyone.

Theme “Horse Power of Yesteryear”

This is an Ashburton County Lions fundraising event for The Youth Trust Ashburton.

From 9.00am both days

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

Geraldine Summer Fete Stover Farm, 220 Main North Road, Geraldine Wander around Stover’s Stunning garden while listening to live music, enjoy the friendly, fun relaxed atmosphere. A unique shopping spree with an amazing selection of 180 stalls of gorgeous wares you will not be able to resist, showcasing products from around NZ. General Admission: $15.00

October 16 Alison Moyet Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch’ “I’m beyond delighted to be returning to Australia and New Zealand again after 30 years”, said Moyet.

“PS: I don’t do ‘invisible’ but will do some Yazoo. It’s unarguably a fair exchange.’’

7.30pm

7.30pm

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.

Oamaru. It’s South Canterbury Anniversary so come join us for the day.

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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.

TA-Reserve: 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

November 2

November 8 & 9 Lorde Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch Finally, Lorde returns to New Zealand. Be there to see her take to the stage this November!

November 17 UB40 Horncastle Arena, Christchurch Spearheading the global reggae revival throughout the 80s and 90s, UB40 became a household name with smash tunes like ‘Red Red Wine’, ‘Can’t Help Falling In Love’, ‘Kingston Town’ and ‘Here I Am’.

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A vibrant, modern musical which will be suitable for all the family. This show features a full orchestra and stunning backing choir. This is a moving, impactful, story bought to life by Ashburton’s leading young repertory company.

Darby’s shows are always a mix of astute observations and stand-up, cocooned in a fantastical story that takes his audience on a journey through the ridiculous to the downright silly. This show promises to be no different. Life’s not so bad is it?

The Big Little Theatre Company Inc.

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One Night of Queen

Gary Mullen and The Works will perform a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time. Featuring hits such as I Want to Break Free, A Kind of Magic, We Will Rock You and – of course – Bohemian Rhapsody.

Mon, 8.00pm / Tickets: Adult $89* Senior, Student $79*

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Mystic Time Bird

Thu, 8pm / Tickets: Adults: $59.90* Senior, Student, Group of 6+: $54.90*

JULY

27

Kelvin Cruickshank Soul Food

Sensing Murder’s acclaimed medium Kelvin Cruickshank passes on messages to as many people as possible from their loved ones in the afterlife at his live Soul Food shows – Spirit willing. This is a rare opportunity to see Kelvin working with spirit and maybe even hear from someone you have loved and lost.

Fri, 7pm / Tickets: $65* R18

AUGUST

11

211A WILLS ST, ASHBURTON, 7700 * Fees apply

Property

GUARDIAN

Ashburton

FAIRTON 10.00 – 10.30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39A Waymouth Street

ASHBURTON 10.00 – 10.30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Creek Road 11.00 – 11.30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Cameron Street

SATURDAY - JULY 15

If there is a body corporate (usually for apartments), what does that entail?

Are there any issues with neighbours or planned developments?

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What maintenance, repairs or improvements have been carried out? Do these have permits?

Is there a Land Information Memorandum (LIM) available or a building report prepared by an accredited property surveyor?

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Is there any risk of methamphetamine (P) contamination?

How long has it been on the market? What is the seller’s preferred settlement date?

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Is the property insulated? If so, to what degree (eg walls, underfloor, ceiling)?

Are there any offers on the property, or have any contracts been cancelled by potential buyers?

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Is the property well-maintained? What condition are the roof, piles, wiring, and plumbing in?

Have there been any issues with the property, such as earthquake damage or water-tightness?

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