Guardian Property | May 19

Property May 19, 2017

& LIFESTYLE

Industry Comment

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Open homes

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This home is location plus Proudly marketed by Bayleys

FURTHER DETAILS

House of Hearing

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FEATURE PROPERTY

This home is location plus 16 Parkdale Close, Allenton Top Allenton location on a terrific corner section.

Spacious 245sqm home with four good sized bedrooms, master with en suite.

Open plan kitchen/dining and separate lounge. Underfloor heating in the kitchen and bathrooms. Main bathroom has a bath, shower and vanity. Attached three car garage plus a private well fenced outdoor entertaining area.

Fully insulated and double glazed. The hotmix drive finishes this home. Inspection by appointment only.

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Brad Wallis

Phone 0800 438 547 or 022 350 2269

CHARMING COTTAGE JUST FOR YOU

Allenton

PRICE REDUCTION = EXCEPTIONAL VALUE FOR BRAND NEW

15 Charles Street

For Sale Offers over $265,000 View Sat 11-11.30am or by appointment

5 Charlesworth Drive

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.

Brand new property. Brand new Price! Spacious, low maintenance family home. Features include open plan kitchen/dining/family room. Spacious kitchen with separate walk in pantry. Living areas open out to a sun-drenched patio. Master bedroom with WIR and ensuite. Two further double bedrooms, large main bathroom, separate laundry and attached three car garaging.

Allenton For Sale Offers over $577,000 View Sat 12.15-12.45pm by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/552837 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.

SMART LIVING ON HARRISON

Allenton

BEAUTY ON BURNETT

Ashburton

55 Harrison Street

For Sale Offers over $527,000 View Sat 12-12.30pm or by appointment

372 Burnett Street

Price by Negotiation View Sat 10.45-11.15am or by appointment

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.

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www.bayleys.co.nz/554313

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Eliza Waszczak

M 021 039 1770 B 03 307 7377 eliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz

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Four bedroom bungalow on easy care section Recently renovated, making this a tidy investment or excellent first home Centrally located, just a short stroll to the CBD

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

www.bayleys.co.nz/551337

Brad Wallis

M 022 350 2269 B 0800 438 547 brad.wallis@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

UNASSUMING QUALITY

Ashburton

WHAT MORE COULD YOU WANT?

Tinwald

66 Cameron Street

For Sale $499,000 View by appointment

10 Grove Street

For Sale Offers over $528,000 View Sat 10-10.30am or 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.

230sqm sun filled home consisting of open plan kitchen and living room opening through to a separate lounge. A large heatpump to keep you cozy and a HRV system. The house also has a security alarm to protect the property.Four double bedrooms, master with ensuite, main bathroom and additional separate toilet. Separate laundry and large internal access double garage.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554155

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.

WESTSIDE TINWALD

Tinwald

JUST WALK IN - IT’S ALL HERE

Wakanui

31 Nursery Drive

For Sale Offers over $430,000 View Sat 10-10.30am or by appointment

42 Hakatere Drive

For Sale Offers over $240,000 View by appointment

Great buying for young families with the park across the road. Easy care section with nice outdoor area for entertaining. Well fenced for children and pet security. Consisting of three bedrooms and a generous living area. The garage is big enough for two vehicles plus a boat or some other toys. Being on the western side of Tinwald it’s easy to get to and from town as well.

www.bayleys.co.nz/553952

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.

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/553861

John Lamb

M 022 171 8321 B 03 307 7377 john.lamb@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

www.bayleys.co.nz

ICONIC ASHBURTON BUSINESS

Ashburton

NEED OFFICE SPACE NOW

Ashburton

86 East Street

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

163 West Street

For Lease $12,000 plus GST (if any) View by appointment

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.

Situated on the corner of West and Tancred Street, opposite the West Street carpark. Very pleasant and a warm environment. Comprising carpeted reception and waiting area with built-in reception area, two spacious carpeted consulting rooms and one hard floor room- approximately 65sqm however there is an option to negotiate extra rooms. Call now to discuss.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554547

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.

FREEHOLD LAND AND BUILDING

Ashburton

507-509 West Street

Price by Negotiation View by appointment

Ashburton Motor Lodge (4.5 Star) is a High Quality 30 room plus conference suite Motor Lodge situated near the Ashburton CBD. Situated at north end of town near the racecourse. 17 units, Studio, one, two and three-bedroom family units. Fully equipped kitchens including microwave and cooktop. Children’s playroom.

Fully automatic guest laundry. Professionally equipped conference facilities which can be catered for onsite. Onsite there is three bedroom accommodation used as the Managers quarters. This strategically located high quality Motor lodge is a tenanted investment representing a rare opportunity in todays tightly held property investment marketplace. This property sits on 2180sqm. Located in Ashburton, Ashburton Motor Lodge and Conference Centre is in a shopping district and convenient to Ashburton Golf Course, Ashburton Domain Historic Art Gallery and Museum. Also within close proximity of Ashburton Aviation Museum, Trott’s Garden, Popular Lake Hood and is a convenient place to stay if you are heading up the mountain for a day’s skiing or into the town centre and cafes. Full lease details on the property are available upon request.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554683

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.

DESIRABLE LOCATION WITH OPTIONS

Ashburton

Inland Scenic Route, Staveley

Deadline Sale

Seldom do properties of this size and location come to the market coupled with strong soils and reliable rainfall. This 25 hectare bareland block with main road frontage is currently used as a grazing block with deer fencing and is supported by a deer shed and cattle yards. Private stockwater race supplies water to all paddocks. Numerous opportunities exist including deer, beef and dairy support. Located in the vibrant rural community of Staveley it is close to many outdoor pursuits and has magnificent views to the mountains.

4pm, Fri 9 June 2017 (unless sold prior) View by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/554719

Secure this diverse block of land in a desirable area to fulfil your lifestyle dream, add to an existing operation or land bank for the future.

Jon McAuliffe

Mike Preston

M 027 430 7041 B 03 307 2400 M 027 432 7769

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

DEVELOPMENT EQUALS GROWTH

Ashburton

198 Mill Road, Westerfield

Deadline Sale

Following the boundaries of the Ashburton River is 94.5 hectares of quality silt loams in two titles and only minutes from Ashburton. With years of proven arable, small seed production and lamb finishing this is well supported by quality infrastructure, including sheep yards, woolshed, tractor and combine shed, storage and vehicle sheds. A groundwater consent of 30 litres per second further enhances options. Completing the package is a three bedroom weatherboard home with plenty of charm and character, this is a property all about potential, all you need to do is move in and enjoy!

4pm, Thurs 8 June 2017 (unless prior) View by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/554153

Mike Preston

M 027 430 7041 B 03 307 2400

Jon McAuliffe

M 027 432 7769

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

Bayleys Ashburton - 03 307 7377

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Jenny Gray

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M 027 442 2281 E markc.williams@bayleys.co.nz

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Residential Sales

Residential Sales Manager - Mid and South Canterbury

Residential Sales

Debbie Boon

Brad Wallis

M 027 448 4006 E debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

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

Residential Sales

Residential Sales

Jenny Gray

Residential Sales

Residential Sales

M 027 452 2888 E jenny.gray@bayleys.co.nz

Mark JohnWilliams Lamb

Debbie Boon Eliza Waszczak

Brad Hydes Wallis Mick

022 442 171 2281 8321 M 027 E john.lamb@bayleys.co.nz E markc.williams@bayleys.co.nz

M 027 021 448 039 4006 1770 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz EEeliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz

M 022 027 350 437 2269 9696 brad.wallis@bayleys.co.nz E mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz

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Residential Sales Manager - Mid and South Canterbury

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Residential Sales

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M 021 027 039 432 1770 7769 EEeliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz jon.mcauliffe@bayleys.co.nz

M 027 437 433 9696 3340 EEpete.hayward@bayleys.co.nz mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz

Jon McAuliffe

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M 027 434 0139 E ray.knight@bayleys.co.nz Ray Knight Mike Preston

M 022 027 171 437 8321 1111 john.lamb@bayleys.co.nz E Ejustin.waddell@bayleys.co.nz

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M 027 452 434 2888 0139 EE jenny.gray@bayleys.co.nz ray.knight@bayleys.co.nz

Residential and Commercial Sales

Residential andand Lifestyle Specialist Commercial Country Sales

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Residential Sales Sales Residential and Commercial

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Residential Sales

M 021 039 1770 M 027 437 9696 E eliza.waszczak@bayleys.co.nz E mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz JohnWaddell Lamb Eliza Waszczak MickHayward Hydes Justin Jon McAuliffe Pete

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Jenny Gray Ray Knight

Residential Sales

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M 027 434 430 0139 7041 ray.knight@bayleys.co.nz EEmike.preston@bayleys.co.nz

CALL THE BAYLEYS ASHBURTON TEAM TODAY FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS Pete Hayward

Mike Preston

Rural and Lifestyle Sales Rural and Lifestyle Sales Justin Jon McAuliffe Rural and Lifestyle Sales Pete Hayward GeorgeWaddell Morris Mike Preston Commercial and Country Sales Rural and Lifestyle Sales Rural and LifestyleM Sales027 432 7769 Rural and Lifestyle Sales M 027 433 3340 Rural and Lifestyle Sales M 027 430 7041 M 027 437 M 027 432E7769 M 027 433 3340 E mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz E jon.mcauliffe@bayleys.co.nz pete.hayward@bayleys.co.nz 212 1111 8668 M 027 430 7041

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INDUSTRY COMMENT

Transparency in marketing

Mortgage rates

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5.14 Brad Wallis

P.A.

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BAYLEYS

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There is a whole decision-making process that goes on with many potential buyers before they pick up the phone or email the agent. But is it well understood?

The traditional model of selling will ask the buyer to make a commitment to the agent before they are able to progress any further and even decide whether they have any interest in the property.

The salesperson holds on to all of the information and hence controls who gets to see it. The belief is that whoever holds the information, holds the power. If a buyer wants any more details to do any further research, they are encouraged to get in touch with the salesperson.

In the Ashburton Clean Air Zone, all older style wood burners* that are 15 years or older, can be replaced with a low emission wood burner, provided that a building consent is issued

by District Council For more information, see in-store or contact Environment Canterbury Phone 0800 329 276 or email ecinfo@ecan.govt.nz. *That do not meet a 1 gram emission standard and are not on the authorised wood burner list.

make an offer, then you are missing out.

A whole segment of the market are filing your property in the “too hard basket”.

Listing properties without addresses, partial property details or scripts that tell potential buyers very little are some of the methods (some) salespeople may use in order to get a buyer to contact them.

But why bother? Just like water, the new species of buyer looks for the path of least resistance. If your agent is making it too hard for buyers to get the information needed to put themselves in a position to

RULES FOR REPLACING YOUR WOODBURNER

BEFORE 31st OCTOBER 2017.

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that they could be potentially interested.

They are not ready to view the property.

In fact, they are not ready to make any sort of commitment, and without making it super easy for the buyer to find out everything they need to know, they are moving on to the next one.

You have seen it in the advert, “Call me to arrange your own private viewing” or “Get in touch for more details”. Now, wait a minute! The buyer probably isn’t ready!

They would like to know more about the property before they indicate to an agent

LE LAB I A V AY EA ON S TOD Y L ON ALL U C

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When you look for a salesperson to sell your property, look for someone who is using a clear, transparent method to market their properties. Don’t let your agent act as a gatekeeper of information, but instead allow your buyers to qualify themselves and provide them with all of the necessary information required so they can move themselves through the decision-making process. Choose an agent that shares this philosophy. Call Bayleys on 0800 438 547 to discuss a more transparent way to showcase your property

5.45

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*At the time of printing

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Your Mitre 10 team member will start with asking about your home’s heating requirements; is this a large home newly built with insulation and double glazing, or a small draughty villa undergoing renovation?

Once we’ve found your wood fire, we’ll discuss the components needed to install and ventilate your wood fire when it’s in action.

Building consent is required to start the installation. We can send you in the right direction. Talk to us about site delivery too.

To make sure you are ready to go, let’s talk about heat transfer systems, hearths and equip you with all the tools and fuels to light your fire.

Keep your wood fire burning bright with regular maintenance checks. Mitre 10 has all the parts to help you year after year.

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AT HOME

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Land Information Memorandum What is a LIM? A Land Information Memorandum (LIM) is a report prepared by the Council providing information from its records on matters related to the land and any buildings on a particular property.

What information does a LIM provide?

Section 44A of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act (or LGOIMA) sets out the matters to be included in a LIM. In summary, the information can include: •

Special land features or characteristics such as erosion, subsidence, slippage, flooding and possible contamination

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Information the Council holds on stormwater and sewerage drains

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Rates (including any rates that may be owing)

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Any consents, notices, orders or requisitions affecting the land or buildings. This includes details of building consents and resource consents from ADC

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District plan zoning and any special provisions that relate to the land or buildings Any other information notified to the council by statutory organisations in terms of any other act, or by

network utility operators in relation to the Building Act Environment Canterbury also holds records about properties, including regional council consents, wells, water resources, natural hazards, pests and contaminated land. You can find out more about how to access this information by visiting the Environment Canterbury website.

Can I do the research myself?

Members of the public can request information from a property file. Information from the property file may not comprehensive and the most up to date.

Requests for information from the property files must be made in advance and council will make it available within three working days.

The information will usually be sent via email with files over 5mb to be provided on a USB drive for collection from the Council office. The standard research and retrieval fee (found in our fees and charges) will be charged for obtaining a property file. A minimum charge of half an hour will apply.

Do I need a LIM if it’s an empty section?

It is advisable to obtain a LIM even if you are buying an empty section. There may

be issues which are not obvious that may restrict the further development or use of the land. The site may be filled or prone to flooding. There may be a designation over the land or a protected tree. Development contributions may be payable for water and sewerage connections when you apply for building consent. These are some examples of issues you should be aware of before purchasing.

How do I order a LIM? You will need to complete a LIM Application Form and return it to us.

How soon can I get a LIM? Council will process your LIM request as quickly as possible. We always look to ensure all applications are processed within the required 10 working days so this should be the longest you need to wait.

How much does a LIM cost?

Please refer to our website (www.ashburtondc.govt.nz) for information on our fees and charges.

– Ashburton District Council

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FOR SALE OFFERS CLOSING 4:00PM 2ND JUNE (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR)

• Net Income : $227,534 pa + OPEX and GST (approx.) • Net Lettable Area: 466sq m (approx.)

• Tenants: Saggio di Vino, Go Media, Jetmax Media,

• To be unit titled

Country Wide Group Savills NZ Ltd, Licensed Real Estate Agent (REAA 2008) | 03 974 1188 | savills.co.nz

Jonathan Lyttle 021 535 995

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GARDENING

Beautiful broad beans

Henri Ham

AWAPUNI NURSERIES

I know it’s pretty easy and not too expensive to buy beans at supermarkets or farmers’ markets these days, but I really enjoy eating fresh beans from the garden.

They taste great and it’s nice knowing exactly what’s gone on them in the process of growing.

Broad beans are one of my favourite varieties to grow, and eat, of course. Like most other vegetables, you can grow broad beans from seed (actually it’s the bean itself). But I recommend growing from seedlings. Doing this shortens the time before harvest (around six fewer weeks) but, more importantly, takes out a lot of the hard work. Once seedlings get to you their root systems are well formed (yet still separate from each other), which means they’re almost guaranteed to grow well.

Once you’ve got your seedlings, you need to find somewhere to grow them.

I like to grow mine in one of our raised vegetable gardens, but they also grow well in pots. Make sure it’s full sun or partial shade where you plant.

Broad beans are pollinated by bees, so it’s helpful to grow them near a beefriendly plant like lavender, rosemary or cornflowers.

Next, it pays to check the pH level of your soil. Broad beans like the soil to be around 5.5 to 6.5pH.

Broad beans can be grown from seed, but they are quicker and easier to grow from seedlings.

Not sure what the pH level of your soil is?

Most garden centres sell kits, alternatively there are also companies which will test your soil for a small fee.

Then simply dig a little hole and plant each seedling around 15cm apart in rows approximately 30cm apart.

If the pH level of your soil could go higher, try adding a little bit of lime from your local garden centre. If you’re not sure of the pH level, it wouldn’t hurt to add a little bit of lime anyway.

Once the plants are around 1m high you can stake them individually, but I prefer to put a stake at either end of the rows and loop a big piece of string around the whole lot to keep them growing together. Your

plants will lean against each other and grow across the ground.

closer to eight weeks. And if you live in the South Island, it will take a few more weeks.

Depending on the weather where you live and, as a result, the soil temperature, your seedlings will take around eight to 12 weeks from planting to produce beans ready for harvesting. If you live in the North Island you can expect your beans to be ready in

Harvest the beans when the pods are around 75-100mm long. When you’re finished, cut down the plants to the roots but leave the nitrogen-fixing roots in the garden or bed to give your next round of planting a nutrient kick-start.

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GARDENING

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Can bulb flowering be timed?

By Paul Hoek, NZ Bulbs nzbulbs.co.nz

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Can bulb flowering be timed for special occasions?

More often than not, this question is asked in relation to a wedding. And I can understand why – growing your own tulips, lilies or other bulbs would save money and look fantastic in bouquets or in the background of photos.

Unfortunately, the timing of bulbs flowering is heavily reliant on nature. And, as Cyclones Cook and Debbie have recently reminded us, nature and weather can be fickle and hard to predict in advance.

So, the question of timing flowering for special occasions is one that is pretty well impossible for us to answer accurately.

What I can do, is give you a bit more information about spring and summer flowering bulbs to help you decide whether or not it’s doable for your particular situation and region.

Spring flowering bulbs In a nutshell, spring flowering bulbs (like tulips, hyacinths and daffodils) can’t just be planted later to make them flower later.

Without any artificial chilling, these bulbs have to be planted in autumn (makes no difference at which point in autumn) as they require all the chilling that comes with winter.

Exactly when they flower will depend on how cold the winter is, how much rain there is, and how early or late spring comes. It’s also hugely dependent on where you are in New Zealand.

cause the immature buds inside the bulbs need to reach a certain development stage before they’re ready. And, they need to be chilled for a minimum of 12 weeks. So approximately August would be the earliest you could get tulips to flower – around three to four weeks ahead of normal. For potted daffodils and hyacinths you can start chilling earlier, in early March, and have flowers in early July.

You can also get unplanted bulbs to flower earlier. But instead of putting them in at 9°C, you can put them straight in at 4°C. Do this in late March and then plant them out in late May, they’ll flower at least a month earlier than normal.

Summer flowering bulbs

The only way to make spring bulbs flower later than normal is to plant them in pots and and hold them in a chiller, progressively lowering the temperature from 9°C to 0°C over a period of 10 weeks. Then hold them at 0°C and take them from the chiller two to three weeks before you want them in full flower. This approach won’t work with unplanted bulbs.

To make potted spring bulbs flower earlier, you can use the chilling method above and simply take them out early rather than late. But there’s only a small window in which you can make them flower earlier.

Tulips can’t be chilled until late March be-

Summer flowering bulbs (like gladioli and lilies) are a little easier to manipulate into flowering earlier or later, as they don’t require a cold period to trigger their flowering.

To make them flower earlier or later you can plant them earlier or later from July right up to Christmas – but only if you keep the bulbs in a good condition up to that time.

The eventual difference in flowering time will not be as great as the variation in planting time from July to December. This is because the soil and growing conditions are cold in July to September, and bulbs

planted at that time will progress much slower than bulbs planted in October or November.

Likewise, bulbs planted in December will flower much quicker as they are doing all their growing in warm soil and summer temperatures.

Nevertheless, planting from July to December will see a spread of flowering times over around two to three months.

So, as you can see, forcing bulbs to flower for a set time or a special occasion is by no means an exact science.

But if it’s still something you’re interested in, I leave you two questions to think about. Firstly, will it ruin the big day if the bulbs haven’t flowered yet, or are already past their best? And secondly, is it worth the risk?

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EXECUTIVE HOME CLEANING & GARDENING LIMITED Sandra & John 03 307 8184 or 027 292 0180

Professional service and a friendly team for a job well done, qualified gardener.

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Dave Muldrew LICENSED BUILDER 027 227 8808 muldrewdavid@hotmail.com

Ù home Ù commercial Ù office Ù gardens Ù pruning Ù lawns

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YOUR MOVE YOUR WAY If you are shifting or moving, just hire a trailer from us!

We accept Supergold Cards, call us today and get a discount on your next purchase or installation.

Phone 308 7182 On Call 021 597 517 211/D Alford Forest Rd, Ashburton www.stewartandholland.co.nz

Come and see us today.

588 East Street, Ashburton Phone 03 308 8061 info@ashburtonuhire.co.nz www.ashburtonuhire.co.nz

OPEN 7 DAYS SOMETHING SEPTIC? Well, if it’s not your wife we can help.

We provide a fast and efficient service to Mid Canterbury • • • •

Septic tank cleaning all systems Grease traps Swimming pools Drain cleaning and jetting

Locally owned and operated

Phone Darryl Burrowes on 03 308 5293 or 0274 333 563

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WHAT’S ON

If you would like to see your upcoming event listed here, please contact Emma - email emma.j@theguardian.co.nz

May – Key Black - Model Search We are on the hunt for some models for ‘The Winter Project’ fashion show on Saturday 17th June 2017.

Sizes 10 -24 needed. No experience needed and fashion has no age limit so all ages can apply! It’s a great experience and loads of fun!

Contact store@keyblack.co.nz or 03 337 1495 May 19 – Quiz Night Collegiate South Hall Help us fundraise towards a defibrillator for the Collegiate Squash Club.

Book your table by May 12.

Call Gemma on 027 222 4766 or email gemma.sheehan@rrcl. co.nz.

Tickets: $30 per table (max 5 people).

7.30pm start May 19 – Winchmore Rural Women Annual Quiz Winchmore Hall $30 per team. Maximum 6 people per team. BYO refreshments Register by 11 May to: Stephanie Butchard 302 4848 jabutchard@xtra.co.nz Alison Shearer 302 4789 alisonshearer88@gmail.com 7.30pm May 20-June 24 - Steve Carr | Variations For Troubled Hands Ashburton Art Gallery and Heritage Centre Sculptor, photographer and film artist Steve Carr will captivate local audiences with a largescale exhibition set to take over all Gallery spaces this autumn.

Daily 10am-4pm, Wednesdays till 7pm May 20 Winslow Willowby Road The AutoSparks Standing 1/4 Mile Sprints. Entry $60. Contact admin@ashburtoncarclub.org.nz 11am-3pm May 20 Lake Hood boat shed An Ashburton Rowing club gala, raising money for new boats.

Guest Speakers Olympic gold medallist Hamish Bond, and Ashburton’s Veronica Wall.

Tickets $90. Formal wear dress code.

Contact Alexia Biggs on 027 269 3744 or Sandy Lysaght 027 490 0868.

Pre-drinks from 6.30pm May 20-May 21 – The Addams Family - Variety Theatre Event Centre The Addams Family features an original story, and it’s every father’s nightmare.

Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man.

May 21 – Wheels Week Parade East Street The SprayMarks Wheels Week Parade. Contact Meredith Lowe on 308 9292 or 027 535 4253.

10.30am May 21 – Ashburton Pakeke Lions Truck and Machinery Show Corner of Seafield and Bridge Street.

Adults $5, display cars and children free.

Contact Meredith Lowe on 308 9292.

11am May 21 – Parade Show Corner of Seafield and Bridge Street Following the Wheels Week Parade, vehicles will gather for a show. Public entry off Bridge Street.

Entry $10, children free.

Contact dailgan@xtra.co.nz 11am – 3pm May 23 - U3A St David’s Church Ashburton U3A presents Sylvia Nissen on Rethinking Young People’s Politics in the 21st Century.

Members free, visitors $10 at the door.

Doors open 9.30am May 27 – 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

May 27 – Peel Forest Cafe We have Country singer Selina Hetherington.

May 31 Mid Canterbury Rugby Union hosts a junior rugby fundraising evening with All Black legend Grant Fox. Tickets $95.

For more information email marketing@ midcanterburyrugby.co.nz or phone Angela on 027 603 3457.

6pm June 3 - What’s your Health Story?

Hotel Ashburton ‘What’s Your Health Story?’ covers brand new content that is all about customising your health and wellness to you!

Head over to our website for more information and to purchase tickets: bepure.co.nz/ Use the discount code BEPURE (all caps) at the checkout to grab $10 off your ticket price.

Tickets $39 7pm - 9.30pm June 3 - Her presented by The PlaySpace The Sinclair Centre This is a story that will have you in tears of laughter while touching on some real situations women know all to well. Contains profanity.

Tickets $10. R13 7pm - 8pm June 3 – Racing Harness Jewels, horse racing at Ashburton Racecourse.

June 4 – Methven lights Light up Methven - the switching on of the town centre lights, and fireworks display.

From 5pm June 7 – Toru-Crossing Borders (Arts On Tour NZ) Event Centre Toru re-ignites a 25-year musical association between Denny Stanway-Young, James Wilkinson and Davy Stuart from Rua, The Two Jimmies, Hampster, String Wizardry and Claddagh respectively.

Open Hat Night!

7.30pm June 9 – Mt Hutt Mt Hutt Ski Area’s planned

opening date for the 2017 winter season. Subject to weather conditions.

For more information visit www.nzski.com June 9 – Peel Forest Cafe Black Sheep back to entertain.

Timaru band performing mainly 80’s music.

June 9 – Tiki Taane Mahuta Event Centre After a stunning 2015 debut, the Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu season of Tiki Taane Mahuta returns to tour in 2017, featuring live performance from Tiki Taane.

7.00-9.00pm June 11 Ashburton Speedway hosts a fun day at their Seafield Road track.

From 12.30pm June 13 – Four Flat Whites in Italy Event Centre Four Flat Whites in Italy is the tale of Alison and Adrian, both retired librarians whose frugal life has earned them the right to a dreamed-of holiday in Italy.

8.00-10.00pm June 16 - Ashburton Tease: Burlesque Variety Show Event Centre Ruby Ruin is proud to bring you “Tease on Tour”; a spectacular night of burlesque, dazzling dance & comedy at Ashburton Tease - Burlesque Variety Show.

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

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

June 17 – 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.

6.30pm June 17 - 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 Event Centre Mid Canterbury’s local schools come together to perform and show their singing talents to the community.

7.30pm June 24 – Peel Forest Cafe Henry Bolt local Geraldine Talent.

June 24 – Liam KennedyClark “Hometown Show” Event Centre Tickets: $28 plus fees 7.30pm June 25 - 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 NicholsonAnswers from the Other Side Event Centre A sensational live show from gifted psychic medium Sue Nicholson.

7pm June 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 July 1 – Fabric and Craft Bazaar - Ashburton Altrusa Sinclair Centre, Park Street Ashburton.

Enquiries Ph 03 308-6088 9am - 4pm July 4 – NZ Guitar Quartet Event Centre The New Zealand Guitar Quartet comprises four uniquely accomplished guitarists.

20th - 27th May 2017 Tickets available from the Ashburton Trust Event Centre or Online at Ticket Direct Director Regan Jackson Musical Director Ella Thomas Choreographer Jessie Thomson Book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa Based on Characters by Charles Addams

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7.30pm July 7 – Peel Forest Cafe Singer songwriter Eddie Simon.

July 8 – Mountain Mayhem Mount Hutt Memorial Hall Come and enjoy a full threehour family show brought to you by Aftershock Pro Wrestling based in Christchurch.

6.00-9.00pm July 14-July 16 - Children of Eden 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 – Peel Forest Cafe Peel Forest Gorgeous Mid Winter Ball July 27 – Rhys Darby Event Centre - 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.

Tickets: Adult: $59.90, Senior/ Student: $54.90, Group of 6+: $54.90 8pm August 6 – South Island Half Marathon Lake Hood This beautiful lake will host the South Island Half Marathon and 1/6 Marathon.

Half Marathon: $59.00 9.30am – 1pm August 7 – One Night of Queen 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

www.ateventcentre.co.nz The Addams Family

Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents. Filled with quirky characters and catchy music this hilarious comedy is one not to be missed.

Sat, May 20 7.30pm | Sun, May 21 - 2pm | Tue, May 23 to Sat, May 27 - 7.30pm Tickets: Adults $53* | Child/Students $30*

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20 to 27

Tiki Taane Mahuta

Tiki Taane and Sam Trevethick from Shapeshifter performing live. Tiki Taane Mahuta is one of New Zealand’s largest nationally - devised productions set to the award winning soundtracks of Tiki Taane. Also combining theatre, spectacular aerials, contemporary dance, kapa haka, mau rakau and hip hop.

Fri, 7pm / A Reserve* – Adult $75, Student/Senior/Group 10+ $60 B Reserve* – Adult $60, Student/Senior/Group 10+ $50

JUNE

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Toru – Crossing Borders (Arts On Tour NZ)

Toru combine dazzling string artistry with guitars, bouzouki, fiddle and percussion with stunning vocal arrangements paying tribute to their varied heritage and other New Zealand musical heroes.

Toru will appeal to all ages and lovers of acoustic music.

Wed, 7.30pm / Open Hat Night

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Four Flat Whites in Italy A play written by Roger Hall

Four Flat Whites in Italy is the tale of Alison and Adrian, both retired librarians whose frugal life has earned them the right to a dreamed of holiday in Italy with close friends.

However complications arise with this arrangement.

Tue, 8pm / Tickets: A Reserve: $79.90* B Reserve: $65*

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