Guardian Property April 8

Property April 8, 2016

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The style of life 107 Oak Grove, Allenton, Ashburton Leave the hustle and bustle of busy life outside the fence and step into this peaceful and tranquil garden with its beautiful waterfall and pond.

Positioned for all day sun in the living area, this spacious home offers privacy, is opposite the domain and is close to the college. The comfortable home flows well. Open the French doors from the lounge to your patio and pergola. Modernised kitchen offering all the amenities and open-plan dining area. Three huge double bedrooms, tastefully decorated to enhance the period that this home was built.

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Be impressed with the new bathroom with claw foot bath and separate shower. Relax on the daybed on the stunning verandah. Double garaging.

Open Home: Saturday, April 9 11.15am – 11.45am

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Helena Ratten

0274-577-998 or 03 308-6497

$420,000 www.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz/ AS090316

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Phillip Kenny Real Estate Ltd, Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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$620,000 WEB ID AU45064 BUYERS $298,000+ WEB ID AU48433 BUYERS $575,000+ WEB ID AU48942 BUYERS $519,000+ WEB ID AU48616 WESTSIDE EASTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE 30 Reighton Drive 8 Sudbury Street 202 Harrison Street 2 Woolstore Mews Seldom does a home of this quality design Cosy open plan kitchen/dining/living and 3 Generous sized house boasting four In the heart of Allenton this home will be 4 3 4 4 and tasteful decor become available in a double bedrooms with good wardrobes. bedrooms, open plan living offering top of your list. Two living areas, four lovely location. This stunning executive Shower and vanity with separate toilet and maximum sun with contemporary kitchen spacious bedrooms; master with walk-in home has so many highly spec'd extras a separate laundry. Large garage with and built in office plus separate lounge. robe and en-suite, carpet and tiled 2 1 2 2 visit to appreciate is necessary. workshop and storage. Gorgeous easy care This home will impress with charming flooring, spa bath, gas hot water and It offers four bedrooms, master with large garden and spacious vege garden. presentation throughout. Master bedroom cooking facilities - the list goes on. ensuite. complete with ensuite.

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VERY DISTINGUISHED

HIDDEN TREASURE

LOADS OF OPTIONS HERE!

SPACE, PEACE & QUIET

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$445,000 WEB ID AU47860 BUYERS $380,000+ WEB ID AU46913 DEADLINE SALE WEB ID AU48862 DEADLINE SALE WEB ID AL48706 WESTSIDE EASTSIDE EASTSIDE HINDS 12 Wills Street 7 Wakanui Road 23 Bird Street 49 David Street Need more time for extra activities? This New owners required for this substantial This well loved family home is available for Large four bedroom villa set in mature 4 3 2 4 stylish home could free up your leisure property. This solid three bedroom brick you now! A fantastically warm home fully grounds with 7,000sqm of land. time. Four bedrooms, three up and one home is hidden away on a large private insulated.

VIEW Saturday 9 Apr 11.00 - 11.30am down with two bathrooms recently section. Loads of off street parking is VIEW Saturday 9 Apr 11.00 - 11.45am 2 1 1 1 DEADLINE SALE closes Friday 22nd April, modernised. Great kitchen/living and lovely complimented by the double garage and 2016 at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior) DEADLINE SALE closes Tuesday 19th April, private courtyard. separate single garage.

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$324,000 WEB ID AU45916 $340,000 WEB ID AU47855 BUYERS $410,000+ WEB ID AU48223 DEADLINE SALE WEB ID AU48815 EASTSIDE TINWALD WESTSIDE EASTSIDE 151 Kermode Street 159a McMurdo Street 159 Middle Road 4/272 Tancred Street This much loved three bedroom family Very tidy 1990's three bedroom home on Great family home - room for everyone to Attractive three bedroom townhouse in a 3 3 4 3 home is looking for new owners. A great an easy care rear section - ideal as a first spread out and enjoy. Four bedrooms, central location. Recently redecorated. fully fenced backyard to let the family or home or investment property. Spacious super second lounge or games room, VIEW Saturday 9 Apr 12.15 - 12.45pm pets safely play. Hobby room off entrance open plan kitchen/dining/living which lovely private section, garaging and storage 1 1 2 1 DEADLINE SALE closes Tuesday 12th April, way. Heatpump and heat transfer unit opens out to a sunny patio. Double garage aplenty. Close to Argyle Park, handy to the 2016 at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior) ensure you remain warm on the cold and plenty of off street parking.

Allenton primary School and shops. winters day.

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BIGGER THAN I LOOK!

Rachel Curd 027 228 9401

Murray Young 027 434 0942

Kirsty Clay 027 308 7557

NEW LISTING BUYERS $273,000+ WEB ID AU48955 EASTSIDE 63 Beach Road Solid 4 Bedroom brick home. Much of the 4 outside recently painted. Some decorating inside would certainly enhance this property. 1012sqm section. Close to 1 primary school and shops.

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Hamish Niles 027 435 6265

Marilyn Cross 027 435 6311

Clark McLeod 027 432 2194

Karen McRae 027 436 4146

HASTINGS MCLEOD LTD 217 West Street ASHBURTON ashburton@propertybrokers.co.nz 03 307 9176

Hastings McLeod Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

WARM COMFORTABLE COSY

IMPRESSIVE FAMILY HOME

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PRIVATE AND SECURE

DEADLINE SALE WEB ID AU48787 BUYERS $599,000+ WEB ID AU48657 $162,000 WEB ID AU48469 $438,000 WEB ID AU48464 RAKAIA WESTSIDE ASHBURTON WESTSIDE 2/58 Normanby Street 14 Elizabeth Place 38 Hakatere Drive 60 Cross Street 2 bedroom home in a good Rakaia An impressive and spacious five bedroom Lovely home with excellent kitchen and This well renovated 3 bedroom home is 2 5 1 3 location. Single garage attached + single family home located on a large established sunny living room, pantry, double situated on a spacious established section skyline garage/workshop.

1599sqm section in the heart of Allenton. bedroom, loads of storage and sun porch. comprising 1100sqm. A tidy home The home boasts modern and character Large heat pump and cosy log burner. featuring 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms VIEW By Appointment 1 3 1 2 filled open plan living areas, separate Shower, vanity and laundry in bathroom. and 3 toilets, semi open plan DEADLINE SALE closes Friday 22nd April, lounge plus two bathrooms.

Single garage with workshop space. kitchen/dining/living plus the convenience 2016 at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior) of a separate office.

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WHAT A TREASURE

PROFESSIONAL OPTION

VENDORS SAY SELL!!

GEM ON GLASSEY

BUYERS $460,000+ WEB ID AU47719 BUYERS $345,000+ WEB ID AU48377 $435,000 WEB ID AU47476 $382,000 WEB ID AU46813 EASTSIDE EASTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE 9 Geoff Geering Drive 42 Grey Street 72 Wills Street 8 Glassey Drive Positioned on a rear setting you will find This sunny three bedroom townhouse sits Very motivated vendors looking for new Enjoy BBQ's on the sunny deck at this 3 3 3 3 this near new three bedroom plus study well for all day sun and is only a short walk owners for this sunny three bedroom smart three bedroom house in a quiet home. The living area is perfect for to town on east side of town centre. home only a stones throw from the westside street. Substantial updated entertaining and has easy flow to the Double garage has internal access and domain. Vendors have reduced the price so kitchen and dining room with separate 2 1 2 1 outdoors. The bedrooms are all large separate laundry. Small easy care section this home can not be overlooked. cosy lounge heated by log burner. Three doubles, the main has an ensuite. with street views. double bedrooms, double garage and VIEW By Appointment carport.

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PLENTY OF POTENTIAL

BY NEGOTIATION WEB ID AC48805 WESTSIDE 475 West Street This residential property provides a great opportunity for the astute investor. Situated on State Highway one being one of a few opportunities left to aquire property in this developing location. Adjoining property also available for purchase. No open homes.

Inspection by appointment only.

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HANGER INVESTMENT

WEST STREET OPPORTUNITY

BY NEGOTIATION WEB ID AC48806 WESTSIDE 477 West Street Invest in the future with this residential property situated in a prime location on State Highway One. A surplus future development site with holiday income.

The adjoining property is also available for purchase providing a total land area of 1784sqm ideal for development. No open homes inspection by appointment only.

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BY NEGOTIATION WEB ID AU48375 EASTSIDE 84 Beach Road Great opportunity to build in an established location.

A good sized section of 866sqm which will provide the opportunity for many house designs. This section has added value with no council development contribution required. This being a significant saving.

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OFFICE FOR LEASE

ASHBURTON FLORIST

$45,000 + GST WEB ID AC48685 WESTSIDE 85 Harrison Street An excellent opportunity to buy this busy and enterprising business. Long established business with many loyal customers. Includes a successful e-commerce website for customers and floral relay companies including Petals, Teleflora and Direct 2 Florist. Operating from a retail site in a busy suburban shopping centre.

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COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT

TENDER WEB ID AC48879 ASHBURTON 69 Tancred Street Central CBD office and retail building with great prominence and foot traffic.

This property provides the opportunity to upgrade the building to a high seismic rating with a strong anchor tenant and good lease terms. Enquire for full details.

VIEW By Appointment TENDER closes Friday 6th May, 2016 at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior)

$172,000 + GST (IF ANY) WEB ID AC48509 ASHBURTON Seafield Road A great opportunity to invest in a large well built hanger. Suitable for storage of nine single engine aircraft. This hanger has potential income stream from three occupants that have the intention to remain.

Vacant possession could also be available if required.

This hanger has dimensions of 24 metres by 20 metres with a clear height of 4.5m.

BY NEGOTIATION WEB ID AC48977 WESTSIDE 18 Kermode Street Spacious office premise in central location with good on street parking. This ground floor tenancy comprises approximately 264sqm with open plan and private office. Front reception leads into large open plan area with numerous layout options. Excellent storage space with built in shelves, spacious kitchenette with ample seating area.

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NEW LISTING

HASTINGS MCLEOD LTD CANTERBURY

Hastings McLeod Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

QUALITY ALL THE WAY

DEADLINE SALE BREEDING BASE

0800 FOR LAND

BY NEGOTIATION

WEB ID AR48766

WEB ID AR48719

ASHBURTON 813 Winchmore Dromore Road

BALCLUTHA 173 Glenfalloch Road

Properties of this quality are seldom available in the prime Winchmore area. One of Ashburton's top locations, only 10 minutes from town. 48 hectares in three titles. Excellent central lane access with good shelter and fencing. Ideally suited for grazing, fattening and also the new industry of goat farming. The property is complimented by an up market four bedroom executive homestead featuring open plan living and ensuite for master bedroom.

VIEW By Appointment DEADLINE SALE closes Friday 29th April, 2016 at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior)

Glenfalloch is a traditional sheep & beef property with an excellent balance of paddocks and hill country, reliable climate with its main strength as a breeding unit with the flexibility to finish all production. Good infrastructure includes main homestead, cottage, three stand woolshed, cattle yards and additional farm buildings. Located in the strong Warepa farming district 16kms from Balclutha which offers all services.

Glenfalloch provides a genuine opportunity for addition as a breeding unit to an existing farming portfolio or standalone property for anyone trading up.

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NIMROD DOWNS - 2151 HA

BY NEGOTIATION RARE OPPORTUNITY

BUYERS $2,500,000+

WEB ID AR48149

WEB ID AR48513

ALBURY 2034 Mt Nessing Road

ASHBURTON 293 Hackthorne Road

Seldom do we see freehold farms of this size (being 2151 ha freehold) and scale come to the market. A great opportunity to purchase a well balanced farm with land that goes from easy fattening downs to tussock breeding country. This farm has the ability to both breed and fatten and has an array of buildings from modernised homestead, tidy second home, excellent three stand raised board woolshed and covered yards, cattle yards, implement shed and workshop. All in all a great farm in a well regrassed area and only 63km to Timaru or 36km to Fairlie.

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This leasehold property presents a rare opportunity for buyers to secure a standalone unit, strategic purchase for dairy support, finishing or dairy platform. An affordable option with the benefit of low cost/reliable Mayfield Hinds Irrigation and nutrient allocation. Future potential of leasing additional 101 Ha provides the ideal platform to expand your farming portfolio.

Offers over $2,500,000 plus GST (if any) Offers to be received by 4pm on the 14th April 2016.

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DEADLINE SALE POSITION PERFECT

RURAL LIVING IN CLOSE

LIFESTYLE PANORAMA-HINDS

WEB ID AL48520 ASHBURTON 139 Methven Highway This sunny family home sits in the favoured north side of Ashburton in fact only 1.3kms from the town boundary. Here you can enjoy all the attractions of being in town and yet have all the extras that a smaller lifestyle property offers. The home is a permanent material 4 bedroom home master with ensuite large separate lounge, open plan living, attached double garage.

Other improvements include large enclosed 3 bay workshop and double garage.

VIEW By Appointment DEADLINE SALE closes Monday 18th April, 2016 at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior)

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BY NEGOTIATION WEB ID AU47547 BY NEGOTIATION WEB ID AL48897 EASTSIDE HINDS 15 Tuarangi Road Lot 1 and 2 Chisnalls Road This idyllic property provides rural living • 2 x 2 ha lifestyle bareland 4 within the town boundary. A modern four • Power, phone to boundary- Access to town water bedroom family home with two living possible areas built in 2001 having the latest • Zoned Residential "D". Allows further subdivision 2 benefits of LED lighting and centralised air • Mountain views and all day sun conditioning. Situated on a full acre.

• Vibrant rural community- schools, sports clubs.

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COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT

$820,000 + GST (IF ANY) WEB ID AC47698 HINDS 150 Peters Street This is a great opportunity to invest in a well located commercial property with good lease terms. Situated on State Highway One in Hinds, this site has excellent road frontage and exposure to an average of 7,910 vehicles per day. This property comprises a number of buildings, including specialised paint booth and extensive land area.

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RURAL LIFESTYLE

$115,000 WEB ID AU48196 MOUNT SOMERS 7 Pattons Road This lovely half acre (2303sqm) looks over paddocks with views to the Southern Alps and Mt Somers looming nearby.

Services to the gate, a formed separate driveway, mature trees- including 3 walnuts, a plum and an apricot tree- this is one of the last smaller sized sections available in the area. Its affordable with lifestyle potential.

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COMFORT & LOCATION

$1,200,000 WEB ID AL48785 RAKAIA 113 Hardys Road 8 hectares only 2kms west of the small 4 town of Rakaia. Handy to schools, medical centre, supermarket, sports clubs and cafe.

The property features a large and spacious 2 four bedroom executive homestead.

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LI ST IN G NE W CHARMING BUNGALOW

Hampstead

84 Chalmers Avenue

For Sale

Plenty of character and charm with this spacious bungalow. Comfortable and practical it is warm and cosy with the compliant log burner and heat transfer system. Separate kitchen with great storage, French doors lead from the dining through to living and on to the hugely spacious sunroom which is multifunctional. The bathroom is in keeping with the home with a claw foot bath and wooden vanity. Separate hobby room which catches the morning sun and three bedrooms, master with built in robes. The outdoors features a children´s play area and mature gardens which provides privacy and tranquillity within the fully fenced section.

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$335,000 Sat 11.30-12pm or by apppointment www.bayleys.co.nz/552061

Mick Hydes and Debbie Boon

M 027 437 9696 or 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

32 Clark Street Fantastic First home the owners have poured all their hard work into this property. Updated kitchen and bathroom, open plan living space with a floating floor and compliant logburner. The two bedrooms are spacious light and bright. The fully fenced yard gives the chance to sit in the sun on the porch and watch the kids play.

LI ST IN G A BASE WITH OPTIONS

Rakaia

Deadline Sale

89 Fergusson Street

Price by Negotiation

The vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $259,000 on or before 2pm, Tue 26 Apr 2016

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Sat 10.45-11.15am or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/552055

Mick Hydes and Debbie Boon

M 027 437 9696 or 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

Located on a kiwi quarter acre in Rakaia is a near new, solid modern home with tasteful décor.

Comprising of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, internal access garage and galley kitchen. Two separate sheds suitable for a home based business and garden shed for the enthusiast.

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

The vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $499,000

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Sun 1-1.45pm or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/552047

Nicky Butler

M 027 751 1801 B 03 307 7377 nicky.butler@bayleys.co.nz

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OPPORTUNITIY HERE IN POPULAR RAKAIA

Rakaia

WHAT A STUNNER

70 Rakaia Terrace

Price by Negotiation

44 Middle Road

An exceptionally tidy, solid brick home is ready for immediate possession in Rakaia. Recently repainted throughout giving a fresh look, comprising of three bedrooms, separate bathroom and laundry. An expansive deck off the living, dining/kitchen area is fabulous for socialising.

Fully fenced, separate double garage plus parking.

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Be the first to live in this beautifully finished three bedroom townhouse in Allenton. Landscaped with established trees, new lawn and a large beautiful kwila deck. Enjoy the spacious open plan living area with a dining area large enough to accommodate any table. The kitchen is finished to perfection complete with quality appliances.

The vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $319,000 Sun 2-2.45pm or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/552063

Nicky Butler

M 027 751 1801 B 03 307 7377 nicky.butler@bayleys.co.nz

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

Allenton Deadline Sale

The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $425,000 on or before 3pm, Tue 19 Apr 2016

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Sat 11-11.30am or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/552029

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.

JUST RIGHT FOR A FAMILY

Allenton

HARD TO FIND

Allenton

6 James Street

Deadline Sale

108A Creek Road

For Sale

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This three bedroom attractive townhouse is warm and spacious. With interconnecting living flowing to the outdoor decking - it´s an entertainers delight. A separate office and ensuite. Plenty of space for off street parking. If you are looking for affordable, modern and low maintenance this townhouse ticks the boxes.

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This 1970’s brick and board split level home is a good choice for a great family home. The split level gives ample space for the family with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, large dining, lounge, kitchen and conservatory. There is a roomy double garage with internal access. Could almost be transformed into a den or keep it as a garage.

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

2pm, Tues 12 April 2016 (unless sold prior) Sat 1-1.30pm or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/551983

Eliza Waszczak M 021 039 1770 B 03 307 7377

eliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz

$435,000 Sat 1-1.30pm or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/551891

Mick Hydes and Debbie Boon

M 027 437 9696 or 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

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

Bayleys Ashburton - 03 307 7377

www.bayleys.co.nz

INSTANTLY FEEL AT HOME

Allenton

SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY

Allenton

18 Somerset Grove

For Sale

7 Charlesworth Drive

For Sale

Immediately appealing, but very practical, warm and light. This executive home will be the envy of friends and family. The interconnecting living areas will provide versatility as will the sunny north facing outdoor entertaining and al fresco dining area, stylish décor throughout and storage galore. Attached garaging and off street parking.

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Developer says let it go, so get yourself a top quality home at a hugely reduced price. Your chance to get the capital gain. The home is 280m² with four bedrooms-master with ensuite, huge butlers pantry with sink, superior finishing all the way through with neutral decor, double internal access garaging - the list goes on.

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$585,000 Sat 12.15-12.45pm or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/551874

Mick Hydes and Debbie Boon

M 027 437 9696 or 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

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

$640,000 Sat 10.30-11am or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/550246

Mick Hydes and Debbie Boon

M 027 437 9696 or 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

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

LIVING AT ITS BEST

Allenton

LIVING IN STYLE

Allenton

50 Charlesworth Drive

For Sale

28 Charlesworth Drive

For Sale

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Just completed this large four bedroom home is ideally sited for outdoor living. Functional yet stylish and modern with all the typical refinements expected for modern easy living. Internally this property has large living spaces together with four bedrooms and ensuite. Loads of storage and double garage.

Great opportunity here to secure this brand new home situated in popular Lochlea. On offer is a lovely three bedroom home with two bathrooms, heat pump, patio double garage and laid out section. If quality and lifestyle are important to you this is definitely worth considering.

$569,000 Sat 10-10.30am or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/550806

Mick Hydes and Debbie Boon

M 027 437 9696 or 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

$625,000

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Sat 11.15-11.45am or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/550853

Mick Hydes and Debbie Boon

M 027 437 9696 or 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

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

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

EASE OF LIVING

Tinwald

NEW HOME PLUS LIFESTYLE

582 Methven Highway, Winchmore

15 Anne Street

For Sale

This fashionable and modern townhouse has just been built. It smells like the painters and decorators have just left, and indeed they have! A stylish neutral palette, accommodates three bedrooms, open plan kitchen and living with sliding doors to patio. Attached double garage and the peace of mind that comes with a new home.

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Only minutes from Ashburton town centre is this 8.8380ha lifestyle property boasting a modern 3 bedroom plus office home with stylish kitchen and large open plan living/lounge with doors opening out to the patio and established garden. Fenced into 5 paddocks with irrigation via the Ashburton Lyndhurst Irrigation scheme giving plenty of options to the purchaser of this complete lifestyle package.

For Sale $859,000 View Sat 11-11.45am

$388,000 Sat 12-12.30pm or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/551810

Mick Hydes and Debbie Boon

M 027 437 9696 or 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

www.bayleys.co.nz/551729

Mike Preston

M 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz

George Morris

M 027 212 8668 george.morris@bayleys.co.nz

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

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

CALLING ALL LIFESTYLE SEEKERS

Ashburton

EXCLUSIVE REAR RACECOURSE ROAD SUBDIVISION

Allenton

200 Methven Highway

For Sale

Racecourse Road

For Sale View by appointment

Lifestyle seekers will appreciate this 2.02ha block only minutes from town on Methven Highway. This three bedroom Oamaru stone home has been modernised throughout with neutral tones, double glazing and refurbished bathroom. A fourth bedroom/sleepout, additional garaging and stables complete this desirable lifestyle package.

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

$695,000 View Sat 10-10.45am www.bayleys.co.nz/551554

Brad Wallis

M 022 350 2269 brad.wallis@bayleys.co.nz

Mike Preston

M 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz

Lot 3 800m² $195,000 Lot 4 815m² SOLD Lot 5 939m² $212,000 Hurry, 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 jenny.gray@bayleys.co.nz

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

Bayleys Ashburton - 03 307 7377

www.bayleys.co.nz

F NO INA TI L CE WELL-BALANCED DAIRY UNIT

South Canterbury

1741 Geraldine-Fairlie Highway

Deadline Sale

Currently milking 600 cows off 160 hectares it is impressive in its production; achieving 221,622kgMS in the 2014/15 season with a target of 250,000kgMS for this season. Approximately 105 hectares of support land is also part of this appealing package currently growing grass for silage as well as some winter feed. Irrigation for this block is an option offering future upside for the new owners. The three year old 50 bail rotary shed is centrally located and comes complete with automatic cup removers, milk metres, teat spray and wash system as well as automatic drafting. The farm is well laid out for stock movement with well formed capped cow tracks. Accommodation includes a good four bedroom managers home as well as a one bedroom, self-contained staff house.

Whether you are looking for an investment or your next step in the dairy industry, Skipton Farm is a property worthy of inspection.

12pm, Fri 15 April 2016 (unless sold prior) View by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/551751

Mike Preston

M 027 430 7041 B 03 307 2400 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz

George Morris

M 027 212 8668

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

george.morris@bayleys.co.nz

DIVERSE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

Ruapuna

1478 Ealing Montalto Road

Deadline Sale

Totalling 346 hectares this diverse property offers buyers the opportunity to own one or all of these versatile units. Currently run as a sheep, beef and deer finishing unit as well as dairy support with approximately 2,000 cows wintered. Mayfield Hinds Irrigation Scheme water is a notable advantage and secures the ability to grow feed supporting the diversity of this productive large scale unit. A five bedroom homestead, three bedroom cottage, numerous farm buildings and stock yards complete the package.

Oregon and Ashby Farm present size, location, soils and excellent water and has the potential as a high production dairy, support, finishing or cropping unit.

12pm, Fri 22 April 2016 (unless sold prior) View by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/551732

Mike Preston

M 027 430 7041 B 03 307 2400 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz

George Morris

M 027 212 8668

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

george.morris@bayleys.co.nz

SUBDIVIDE ON TOWN BOUNDARY

Allenton Deadline Sale

Racecourse Road Build your new home and take advantage of the due north aspect capturing the sun and magnificent views to the Southern Alps. There has been no other opportunity to purchase Residential D zoned bare land with this location and size for some time, especially with the ability to further subdivide to smaller parcels of land. This property is in four titles and will be offered with options to purchase: Whole property 15.84 hectares or 9.77 hectares subject to final survey Or three individual 2.02 hectare blocks.

Situated on one of Ashburton’s most sought after roads and within walking distance of town, schools and shops.

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12pm, Thurs 21 April 2016 (unless sold prior) View by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/551755

Mike Preston

M 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz

George Morris

M 027 212 8668 george.morris@bayleys.co.nz

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

Bayleys Ashburton - 03 307 7377

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27 Grey Street, Ashburton

39 Queens Drive,

122F Tarbottons Rd,

2 Avalon Grove, Ashburton

127 Cameron Street

19 Russell Avenue

You wont believe your eyes!

Attention Retro Admiriers

This place is all you need

SIMPLY STUNNING

Billy Thomas on Cameron

Designed for living

* 4 bedrooms, master with en suite * Open plan living and dining * Double internal access garage with auto door opener * Private secure section * Abundant heating and insulation

- 4 Bedroom and hobby room - Sunfilled kitchen/dining/lounge - Double garage with internal access - Bathroom, shower room and 2WC - Sheltered courtyard, secure grounds

* 4 bedrooms * Master bedroom with WIR and en suite with tiled walk in shower * Large kitchen with lots of storage with induction hob and pyrolytic self ?cleaning oven

In the heart of Braebrook lies this beautifully built home. No expense has been spared with this house. The workmanship must not be overlooked.

Undoubtedly one of Ashburton’s more admired homes. Only a short stroll to the Domain, cafes and restaurants. Resonating character and charm this picturesque home is embraced within it’s beautiful garden.

* 3 - 4 bedrooms * Large family bathroom complete with spa bath * Entertainers kitchen with AMAZING scullery (extra sink & wastemaster)

For Sale Offers over $395,000 View Saturday 10:15am - 10:45am www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21155 /AHB21155 Cindy Hayward 027 389 7955 cindy.hayward@raywhite.com

For Sale $699,999 View Saturday 10:30 - 11:00am www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21129 /AHB21129 Jarrod Ross 0272 594 644 jarrod.ross@raywhite.com

For Sale POA View Saturday 11:15am - 11:45am www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21121 /AHB21121 Jarrod Ross 0272 594 644 jarrod.ross@raywhite.com

For Sale Offers over $560,000 View Saturday 11:00am - 11:30am www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21119 /AHB21119 Carrie-ann Summers 021 165 3091 carrie-ann.summers@raywhite.com

Set Date of Sale View Saturday 11:30am - 12:00pm www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21070 /AHB21070 Kim Miller 0272 368 627 kim.miller@raywhite.com

For Sale POA View Saturday 9:45am - 10:15am www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21132 /AHB21132 Armand Vandereik 021 597 527 (03) 3078317 armand.vandereik@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

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23 Beach Road, Ashburton

27 Miller Avenue, Ashburton

First Home Buyers Alert - Double Glazed Aluminium Windows - Insulated Ceiling and under floor - Open Plan Kitchen and Living Area - 2 Bedrooms PLUS Hobby room - Double Garage + Ample Off Street Parking - Bathroom and Separate toilet - Fujitsu Floor Console Heat Pump/Air Conditioning - Westinghouse Saturn Oven

LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Privacy and Seclusion Set Date of Sale closing 26th April at 2pm UNLESS SOLD PRIOR. View Saturday 12:00pm - 12:30pm www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB21174 rwashburton.co.nz/AHB21174 Armand Vandereik 021 597 527 (03) 3078317 armand.vandereik@raywhite.com

- 3 Double Bedrooms - Great 1/4 acre - Close to all amenities - Kent Log burner - Plenty of space for the little ones to safely run around.

- Miller Avenue is a great central location, close to schools, shops, domain and hospital.

For Sale $335,000 View Saturday 12:00pm - 12:30pm rwashburton.co.nz/AHB21172 www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB21172 Bruce McPherson 027 438 4250 bruce.mcpherson@raywhite.com

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108 Smithfield Road

17 Buchanan Place

What an opportunity, subdivide or land bank.

Desirable Yet Affordable

* 3.39 Ha * Zoned Residential D * Underground water main for irrigation and stock water from new well

* 3 double bedroom * Master bedroom with en-suite * Modern open plan kitchen/dining * Separate laundry * Sought after location * Fully alarmed including garage

For Sale Offers over $760,000 + GST (if any) View Saturday 12:00pm - 12:30pm www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21030 /AHB21030 Bruce McPherson 027 438 4250 bruce.mcpherson@raywhite.com

For Sale $399,000 View Saturday 1:00pm - 1:30pm www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21086 /AHB21086 Armand Vandereik 021 597 527 (03) 3078317 armand.vandereik@raywhite.com

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44 Spaxton St, Methven

19 Wayne Place, Methven

32A Morgan St, Methven

3 Thomson Street, Tinwald

30 Dunford Street, Rakaia

14 Wakanui Rd,

Affordable Family Home

Sensational House and Garden

Sophisticated

Spacious Living

Owners serious must be sold.

A modern two year old, warm three bedroom home. Master with en-suite and WIR. Roomy open plan kitchen, dining/ living with Woodsman log fire.

(Price Guide $420,000 - 430,000)

The minute you step inside this house you’ll relax into this property which is tucked away on a 1622m2 landscaped section with choice plants. Modern sunny kitchen (granite bench) with separate butlers pantry, spacious living with high stud throughout (log fire & heat pump) and separate formal lounge.

Brand new home in prime location within easy stroll to shops. Spacious neutral kitchen, living room that flows out onto front decking (heated by a gas fire). Two double and one single bedrooms. Trendy bathroom. Double garage.

* Spacious kitchen dining living with separate lounge * 4 bedrooms * Master with ensuite and walk in robe * 6 car garaging

Superbly situated in a quiet street yet located just a short walk from the center of Rakaia is this wonderful property that presents a brilliant opportunity to secure a very nice well-presented Family home.

Your Step into Home Ownership or Investing

For Sale $499,000 View Sunday 12:00pm - 12:30pm www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21167 /AHB21167 Kim Miller 0272 368 627 kim.miller@raywhite.com Chrissy Milne 0272 906 606 chrissy.milne@raywhite.com

For Sale $375,000 View Sunday 12:30pm - 1.00pm www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21040 /AHB21040 Mike Grant ncre 0212 720 202 mike.grant@raywhite.com

For Sale POA View Saturday 11:00am - 11:30am www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21135 /AHB21135 Tania Wallace 021 269 8923 (03) 3033032 tania.wallace@raywhite.com

For Sale POA View Saturday 2:00pm - 2:30pm /AHB21001 www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21001

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55 Grayburn Road,

6 Millibrook Place

Much more than the good life

"A fine example of the very best"

* Lifestyle zoned with septic tank and bore water, 4 bedrooms + office * Huge master suite with WIR, ensuite * Open plan kitchen, dining, living area * Separate living, 4 car garaging * In ground heated swimming pool For Sale $859,000 View Sunday 1.00 - 1.30pm www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21148 /AHB21148 Kim Miller 0272 368 627 kim.miller@raywhite.com

*Entry foyer, Study *4 Bedroom *2 bathrooms, 2 WC *Walk in wardrobe, sep laundry *Double garage with internal access For Sale Offers over $499,000 View Sunday 11:00am - 11:30am www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21142 /AHB21142 Cindy Hayward 027 389 7955 cindy.hayward@raywhite.com

For Sale $435,000 View Saturday 11:00am - 11:30am www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /9480319 /9480319 Margaret Feiss 021 751 009 margaret.feiss@raywhite.com

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5 Carters Road, Allenton Where town meets country Set Date of Sale closing 21st of April 2016 at 4pm (Unless Sold Prior) View Sunday 1:15pm - 1:45pm rwashburton.co.nz/AHB21169 www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB21169 Mike Grant ncre 0212 720 202 mike.grant@raywhite.com LICENSED

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For Sale $315,000 View Sunday 2:00pm - 2:30pm www.rwashburton.co.nz rwashburton.co.nz /AHB21143 /AHB21143 Sue Cooper 027 331 3733 (03) 3078317 sue.cooper@raywhite.com

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110 Rolleston Street, Rakaia Three bedroom brick family home ? double garage & totally separate two bedroom low maintenance Granny Flat - Dual Income or extended family living • Close proximity to shops, schools and transport • Excellent cash flow previously $545pwk rent return. One tenant keen to stay.

- Roomy yet compact section - 3 good sized bedrooms plus 2 car garaging - Nice decking for the BBQ - Good heating

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* 4 bedrooms * master with large ensuite * storage galore * modernised kitchen * separate lounges x2 with compliant log fires * moisture master system * separate laundry * extra living space with own log fire and loft bedroom

For Sale $569,000 View Sunday 2:00pm - 2:30pm rwashburton.co.nz/AHB21122 www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB21122 Kim Miller 0272 368 627 kim.miller@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Mortgage rates

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The residential property market is picking up speed in many parts of the country, meaning auctions are getting more and more common.

QV House Price Index statistics show that in some places the demand for houses is greater than the number for sale, and that’s good news for sellers because it’s likely to boost values.

On the other hand, it means there’s likely to be multiple buyers competing to purchase the same properties and in this type of market sales and auctions are likely to become more common.

Registered valuer from QV Homevalue Auckland William Liew has plenty of experience with buying at auctions and has some key tips for people looking to bid.

He says it’s extremely important to do your research first, because sales at auction are unconditional, so it’s important to check everything out.

Make sure you check whether there have been any non-permitted works carried out at the property – that means going to the council

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and looking at the property’s file on their records, which will tell you a lot about the history of the property you’re looking at.

If you’re looking at an older home, take extra care, because things like asbestos can come into play.

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Older homes are also potential do-ups, so people need to take that into account and be aware of the significant expense of renovating.

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But most of all, you need to know your limit in terms of the property’s value. Mr Liew recommends going to other auctions in order to gauge current market values of other similar properties in the area you’re looking at.

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To have the best chance of winning a property at an auction, you need to have a good idea of the market value so that you can decide whether you can afford the property and set your upper-most financial limit that you can bid to.

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Deciding what you will bid before the auction will help stop you paying too much for a property in the heat of the moment, or alternatively, missing out on a property because you didn’t bid high enough to reach its true market value.

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Colour is in the eye of the beholder What if you want to research colour options online? Before you reach for your mouse, you need to understand the differences between physical colour charts and electronic colour charts and how the same colour may change slightly between the two.

There are two basic ways of reproducing colour. Mixing paint colours is called subtractive colour.

This means that the colour you see is the colour that the paint does not absorb. For example, yellow paint appears yellow because it absorbs (subtracts) all colours except yellow.

Mixing light colours is called additive colour. This means that the object gives out (emits) colour, so that even if it is dark you can still see the colour. Television and computer screens use additive colour because they emit colour. Even if the room is completely dark, if you turn the television or computer on you can still see the television programme or what’s on the computer. However, if you try to read a book in a completely dark room you wouldn’t be able to see the words as the ink uses subtractive colour. The words in a book need light for them to be seen.

Both additive and subtractive colours use different colour systems.

In effect, the two are opposites. So due to the different colour systems and the limitations of the additive colour system, it portrays some paint colours better than others.

So, while electronic colour is a superb tool for visualising the paint scheme prior to painting, it shouldn’t be used as a substitute for the physical colours.

Getting on the right wavelength Ever wondered why the lighting in your home has such a strong effect on your decor?

Bold colours hold their own and aren’t influenced like white is.

Colour influences everything in our world, from art and science to how we paint our walls, to the way we dress. Interior designers use colour to create certain atmospheres and psychologists may use it to influence moods.

Yet what do we know about the mechanics of colour? Light stimulating the retina of the eye is what creates our perception of colour.

Specifically, colour is light of different wavelengths. At one end of the visible light spectrum we have long wavelengths of light that we perceive as red. At the other end of the visible light spectrum we have short wavelengths of light, which we perceive as blue. All the other colours that we see every day are found along the visible spectrum between the reds and blues, in differing wavelengths.

When light hits an object,

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wavelengths are absorbed or reflected, depending on what the object is. Grass looks green because it has absorbed all the wavelengths except green, which is reflected back to our eyes. Our retinas detect those wavelengths and our brain then processes the information to create colours we perceive.

Making things a little tricky is that different kinds of light sources affect the way we perceive colour.

Have you ever noticed how a pair of items appears to match under one light source, but under another light source they look different? This is known as metamerism. Metamerism is a phenomenon that occurs when colours change when viewed in different light sources.

Take the sock scenario. You take a pair of black socks out of the drawer, then realise later that one is actually blue.

The reason for the optical illusion is that wavelength emission between various light sources, such as incandescent and fluorescent light, differs. Incandescent lights transmit a lot of red wavelengths and very few blue wavelengths which makes it hard to tell whether a colour we see in such light is dark blue or black.

Fluorescent light, on the other hand, emits more blue wavelengths, so it’s easier to distinguish the two colours.

Wavelengths not present cannot be reflected, which is why artificial lighting can change the way we see an object’s colour.

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Paint colours, when viewed under different light sources, are also affected by metamerism, which is why your paint professional will advise you to paint your test pot of colour on to a piece of card and move it about the room you intend to paint so that you can see it under

different lights, at different times of the day, both day and night. But it’s also true that surface characteristics, such as texture and gloss levels, will affect colour.

“You could put white on to a texture such as a stucco wall and it won’t look the same as white put on to a lacquered kitchen door,” says designer and decorator Sylvia Sandford. “The higher the gloss level on a surface, and the smoother the surface is, the more reflective it’s going to be, the more it’s going to change. On a smooth surface, and if we use a high gloss, it’s going to reach out into the room and grab every colour that’s around. It’s going to be full of deception. It’s going to deceive you.

“Pure hues of red, blue, green or yellow — your basic primary and secondary colours — will actually hold their own because they’re not going to be influenced dramatically by what’s around them.”

Therefore, the surrounding environment is a key component to consider when choosing paint colours.

“If a room is small and dark to start with,” says Sylvia, “whites will obviously change colour. It won’t be the same colour. It’s not getting the same light reflection or the same level of light on to it so it’s going to change. But you can manipulate colour by putting artificial light on to it. Artificial light gives you a lot of choices as to how a colour can look.”

So, now you know the science behind how interior designers use colour to create atmosphere and psychologists may use it to influence moods.

Gardening

Time to plant winter veges companion planting.

The long, hot summer and warm start to autumn means it feels a little odd writing about winter veges just yet. But as the saying goes, good things take time. So, if you want to enjoy plenty of veges from your garden when the weather gets cold, you really need to plant now.

Beetroot, pak choi and spring onions are all narrow in size and mature within eight to 10 weeks, making them the perfect companion for broccoli. Also, don’t forget to put out some beer bait to get any hungry slugs and snails.

And you can’t get more ‘winter vegetable’ than any of the members of the brassica family. This illustrious family of vegetables includes broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, cabbage, turnips and more. And they’re all a good source of fibre and contain a variety of other minerals and vitamins.

You could purchase individual bundles of each variety of plant or try a couple of different mixed vege offerings like a cabbage, cauli and broccoli bundle. This way you get a couple of each different type of seedlings. Then in a few weeks you could plant two more mixed bundles to ensure you have a constant supply of veges on hand for all of winter – rather than everything maturing at once.

Once you’ve got your seedlings, you need to find a spot to plant them. The trick to successful brassica growing is planting in a different spot to where you’ve previously grown brassicas. This will help ensure they don’t get the fungal disease club root.

If the cooler months are particularly dry this year, you may need to water your garden occasionally.

Simply put your finger in the soil to about the second knuckle and if it’s dry give it a water.

Tod Palenski Awapuni Nurseries Then apply a fertiliser which is moisture controlled, such as nirophoska blue, over one that is temperature controlled, like blood and bone. Next add lime to the soil to stop it going sour when wet and to also help prevent club root. Once your seedlings are planted (around 35-50cm apart), spread some mulch around to retain the moisture.

As your brassica plants will take a long time to mature, during the earlier weeks you could plant other seedlings that mature quickly in the spaces between each brassica seedling. This is known as

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If the area where you live is prone to frosts, fold the leaves of any cauliflowers over (once they start to develop heads) so they don’t get frost damage.

Depending on the weather conditions in your area, your selection of vegetables should be ready for harvest in two to three months. Broccoli and cauliflower need to be harvested before they flower, as once they do, the plant will die.

Use a knife to diagonally cut off the heads of broccoli and cauli you have selected. Harvesting them this way encourages new heads to grow and will also ensure a long cropping season.

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Handy hint: If I harvest too much, I simply chuck the excess in the freezer. They can be kept in the freezer for two-to-three months, so don’t worry if you harvest a tad more than you need at the time.

And for harvesting brussels sprouts, wait until they reach slightly smaller than the size of a golf ball.

Then simply pick the ones you need for that evening’s meal off the stem of the plant and leave it grow more.

Lastly, to help prevent club root for next year, once you've harvested all your brassicas, plant mustard seeds in the soil (while you rotate your crops). When the mustard has matured to around 10cm (when the leaves are soft), dig it into the soil.

This will help get rid of any club root in the soil.

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Saturday, April 30 Sunday, May 1

Women's Refuge Breakfast Fundraiser

Ashburton Gypsy Fair

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Speaker - Chanelle O'Sullivan (Farming Mums NZ). Tickets $30, Tuesday, April 19 available from Safer Ashburton, Community House, Mid Canterbury.

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Ashburton Domain, Walnut Avenue.

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Sunday, May 1

Classic Car Rally

This is the 24th running of this hugely popular event and profits from your participation go to the April 16 - 30 Ashburton Scouts. Starting at the Ashburton showgrounds and finishing Methven Scarecrow Trail in the Wakanui area approximately Awesome school holiday activity four hours later. You will be given for children and their families. Get a instructions like a car trial and carry trail map and find and identify the on the designated route to finish.

Tuesday, April 26 scarecrows around Methven and There will be no shingle roads and go in the draw to win a prize. Trail the instructions will be very straight HMS Pinafore maps are available at the Methven forward. i-SITE Visitor Centre, 160 Main Street, Gilbert & Sullivan’s sparkling musical Price: $20 per car. Phone: Owen 03 Methven. Cost: $8 per entry (cash masterpiece HMS Pinafore will set sail 308 3442 only). Fundraiser for Methven Primary around New Zealand in April and May School. Prizes for most correct 2016. Tickets from $79. Ashburton Registration from 8.30. answers and for the best scarecrow, Trust Event Centre.

Event starts at 10.15am as voted by those taking part in the 7pm trail.

Wednesday, June 1

The Ten Tenors Venue: Event Centre. The Power of TEN is a celebration of the exhilarating and unique sound for which The Ten Tenors are now worldrenowned. In this spectacular new show, The Ten Tenors take on the most dynamic songs in the world, soaring through classical arias and giving rock anthems that special tenorial treatment.

Price: Adult $81; senior $71; child $56

8pm

Sunday, May 8

Wednesday, April 27

Kids Confidential Ashburton Trust Event Centre. Ever been to a kid’s birthday party?

Australian comedian Sean Murphy Saturday, April 16 can help with this trauma. After seven years and 400-plus parties FMG Young Farmer of the dressing up as every kid-friendly character from Superman to Captain Year Feathersword, Kids’ Party Confidential FMG Young Farmer of the Year is the is an insider’s take on how to host the flagship event for New Zealand Young best fiesta ever. Tickets: 1 adult/1 child Farmers and is held in high esteem $20; extra adult/child $12; family (any among the rural community. Every 4) $39. year up to 300 contestants battle it out for the top spot. Ashburton 11am and 2pm showgrounds.

8am to 9pm

Wednesday 27 April

Alzheimers Canterbury presents: Maintaining Brain Health Ashburton MSA Club, 231 Burnett Street, Ashburton, Ashburton. Free admission. Nibbles provided.

Sunday, April 17 Visiting professor Yoram Barak talks Methven Big Rides Day to us about how to maintain good brain health. All you ever wanted to Methven A&P Showgrounds, 72 know about: what to eat, managing Barkers Road, Methven. Free entry, $2 per ride. Food and drinks available stress, how much to exercise, social & mental stimulation.

Rides include: Tractors, combine harvesters, traction engine, bus, Donations gratefully received either ambulance, trucks etc. A Methven on the day, or visit our Givealittle Playcentre fundraiser Page.

11am – 3pm

Doors will open at 6pm

offer a Cook & Eat Program

10am to 3pm

Daytime event

Tickets: $95 pp, Limited tickets.

Contact Sandy 027 868 3815 or email legisnas@gamail.com

5pm – 7pm

Jennian Homes Mother's Day Fun Run/Walk Ashburton Domain, Walnut Ave, Ashburton. All ages. Ticket Information: Single: $20, mother child combo: $15, senior (cge 65+): $15, group (10+): $14. Register online at www.jennianmothersday.com/ The nationwide Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk returns this year. There’s a reason we run this event every year. Heart disease is the single biggest killer of Kiwi women, claiming the lives of over 3000 women each year. Why not hit the streets and run, walk or have a leisurely stroll with your mum, daughter, sister or a group of girlfriends this Mother’s Day? It will be a wonderful way to start the day and you’ll be doing your bit to beat heart disease and keep more families together. This is a non-refundable event with donations made to the Heart Foundation.

5pm – 7pm

Saturday, May 28

An Evening with Sir Richard Hadlee Drummond & Etheridge Ashburton in conjunction with Mid Canterbury U-13 Football bring Sir Richard Hadlee to Ashburton. Venue: Hotel Ashburton.

Wednesday, September 7

Menopause - the Musical Venue: Event Centre. The hysterical and uplifting Menopause the Musical is heading on another sell-out New Zealand tour in 2016. Packed full of one-liners about hot flushes and memory loss backed by an instantly recognisable soundtrack of comedy parody versions of pop classics, the all-singing, all-dancing comedy is set in a department store.

Price: Earlybird $ 81.90, then $87

8pm

Tuesdsay, September 13

Waste Free Parenting Workshop - with the Nappy Lady - Kate Meads During this 2.5-hour interactive workshop you will not only learn lots about modern cloth nappies and all of your options but you will also get some fun education around other ways you can minimise waste at home with a baby. The best news - you only pay $25 to attend the workshop and you will get to take home a Waste Free Parenting Pack including two cloth nappies and other waste minimisation products worth $100.

Price: $25.00

10am - 12.30pm 6pm - 8.30pm

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What's On f you would like to see your upcoming event listed here, please contact Caitlin on 307 7973 or email caitlin.b@theguardian.co.nz

True Blue Kiwi Cowboy

John McCabe Saturday April 9 7.30pm

Members, guests and affiliates all welcome.

231 Burnett Street, Ashburton www.ashburtonclub.co.nz

Ph 308 7149 Courtesy van available.

Tease On Tour Fri, April 22, 8.30pm Join us for an evening of tantalising tease, the world that is burlesque and showgirls! Ruby Ruin is proud to bring you her spectacular Burlesque Variety Show.

R18. $32, door sales $40

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Cook and Eat Program Tuesday, April 19, 10am - 3pm Ashburton College

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The perfect diversion in the holidays for children and adults 5 to 12. Fast paced and wickedly funny stand-up comedy, games and storytelling.

Fun in the foyer with the farmyard animals from PonyParties.

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Tickets: 1 Adult/1 Child $20; extra Adult/Child $12; Family any 4 $39

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REWARD YOUR STAFF Administrative Professionals’ Day is Wednesday 27 April Take note! Administrative Professionals’ Day, or Secretary’s Day, is a chance to show your appreciation for the hard work and efforts of your staff. Make it special and get out of the office.

Dine at Clearwater Restaurant at Hotel Ashburton to enjoy a two course lunch set menu which includes a complimentary beverage for just $25 per person (full menu also available).

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