Guardian Property | May 12

Property May 12, 2017

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FEATURE PROPERTY

Freehold Land and Buildings 507 - 509 West Street, Allenton

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rare opportunity in todays tightly held property investment marketplace. This property sits on 2180sqm.

PRICE BY NEGOTIATION

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 Onsite there is three bedroom accommodation used as the Managers quarters. day’s skiing or into the town centre and cafes.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554683

Full lease details on the property are available upon request.

FLOORING SALE Product

AWANA BAY

CABLE BAY

x9 Colours A vailable

x13 Colours A vailable

$169

per BLM

$35.25 per m2

WOOL

OKIWI BAY

RUBY BAY x13 Colours A vailable

E L A S

$249 BAILEY II per BLM

per BLM

$46.17 per m2

$68.03 per m2

G N I OR

DREAM SHADOWS

x8 Colours Available x8 Colours A vailable

$169

$37.98

per BLM

$46.17 per m2

$139.00 BLM INC GST

SDN-NYLON

SDN-NYLON

DREAM SHADOWS

CABLE BAY

x18 Colours Available

x13 Colours Available

$46.17 PER SQM

$169.00 BLM INC GST

$35.25 PER SQM

$129.00 BLM INC GST

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PER SQM

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COLUMBIA

x12 Colours A vailable

$83

per BLM

x12 Colours A vailable

$129

per BLM

Burnett Street, Ashburton Phone (03) 308 5269 | www.redmonds.co.nz $22.68 per m2

ALABAMA

FURNISHINGS | FLOORING | BEDS | CURTAINS

$129

per BLM

$22.68 per m2

n g C a ta l o g

$83

x13 Colours A vailable

SOLUTION DYED NYLON CARPETS

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Debbie Boon Phone 027 448 4006 or 03 307-7377

S P O T L I G H T

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This strategically located high quality Motor lodge is a tenanted investment representing a

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Situated at north end of town near the racecourse. 17 units, Studio, one, two and threebedroom 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.

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Ashburton Motor Lodge (4.5 Star) is a high quality 30 room plus conference suite motor lodge situated near the Ashburton CBD.

PEARL BAY

x12 Colours A vailable

$169

$35.25 per m2

per BLM

$46.17 per m2

x10 Colours A vailable

$109

per BLM

$29.78 per m2

EASY LIVING HERE!

Allenton

CHARMING COTTAGE JUST FOR YOU

Allenton

1/4 Balmoral Place

Price by Negotiation View Sat 10.30-11am or by appointment

15 Charles Street

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

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

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

www.bayleys.co.nz/554395

Jenny Gray

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

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

www.bayleys.co.nz/554071

Eliza Waszczak

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

PRICE REDUCTION = EXCEPTIONAL VALUE FOR BRAND NEW

Allenton

SMART LIVING ON HARRISON

Allenton

5 Charlesworth Drive

For Sale Offers over $577,000 View Sat 10.45-11.15am by appointment

55 Harrison Street

For Sale Offers over $527,000 View Sat 12.30-1pm or by appointment

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.

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.

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.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554313

Eliza Waszczak

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

EXCLUSIVE REAR RACECOURSE ROAD SUBDIVISION

Allenton

PRIVATE, PEACEFUL AND PERFECT POSITION

Allenton

Racecourse Road

For Sale View phone for viewing times

5 Walnut Avenue

Price by Negotiation View by appointment

Lot 3 800m² $195,000 Lot 5 939m² $212,000

Jenny Gray

M 027 452 2888 B 03 307 7377

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

www.bayleys.co.nz/554114

Jenny Gray

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

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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

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

MUCH ADMIRED LOCATION

Ashburton

UNASSUMING QUALITY

Ashburton

23 Cameron Street

For Sale $418,000 View Sat 10.30-11am or by appointment

66 Cameron Street

For Sale $499,000 View Sat 10-10.30am or by appointment

Much admired home on sought after corner westside location 531m² section close to Ashburton Domain and hospital. Ideal retirement with three bedrooms, sun filled lounge/dining room facing north west with separate kitchen and separate living with ranchslider to sunny paved courtyard. Double car garaging with internal access.

www.bayleys.co.nz/554140

Ray Knight

M 027 434 0139 B 03 307 7377 ray.knight@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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!

Bayleys Ashburton - 03 307 7377

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.

www.bayleys.co.nz

SO CLOSE TO THE CBD

Ashburton

WHEN SIZE DOES MATTER

Tinwald

76 William Street

For Sale $350,000 View Sat 11.15-11.45am or by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/554555

10 Grove Street

For Sale Offers over $528,000 View Sat 11.30-12pm or by appointment

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

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.

Perfect for family living, this spacious home has an appealing layout. The warmth of natural light and sun is spread throughout large living spaces with glass sliders flowing to the outdoors. Open plan kitchen and dining/living flowing to the second large lounge area, four bedrooms, master with ensuite and separate main bathroom. Some lighting has been changed to LED and year-round comfort assured with the updated heatpump.

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.

DON’T DELAY, A BRICK DELIGHT

Tinwald

HOME COMFORTS - TOWNHOUSE SIMPLICITY

Tinwald

160 Grove Street

For Sale Offers over $320,000 View Sat 11.45-12.15pm or by appointment

76A Thomson Street

For Sale $490,000 View by appointment

www.bayleys.co.nz/554622

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.

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

www.bayleys.co.nz/554106

Debbie Boon

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

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This is the tidy brick home you have been searching for. Comprising of three decent sized bedrooms, modern open plan kitchen and dining.

Separate lounge with heatpump and compliant log burner. Updated bathroom and two toilets.

Updated and modern throughout. Off-street parking plus a double garage. The fully-fenced section is perfect for the children to play, playground included.

DESIRABLE LOCATION WITH OPTIONS

Ashburton

Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road, 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.

12pm, Fri 9 Jun 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

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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 Jun 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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INDUSTRY COMMENT

Purchasing a home in winter

Mortgage rates

5.35

%

P.A.

2 years

5.14 Mick Hydes

Spring usually takes the crown for the top selling season, but the darker winter season may provide some hidden benefits for purchasers ready to face the cold weather at open homes.

Sellers who do choose to list in winter may be trying to make the most of less competition from other properties, but they might also be much more motivated to sell quickly.

One of the benefits of buying a home in the winter months is you are generally seeing it at its worst, in the coldest and most unflattering time of the year. Homes with good natural light and are well-ven-

P.A.

2 years

BAYLEYS

Most sellers will opt to put their properties on the market during the warmer months, so there may be a little less stock to choose from in winter. However, it’s a great time to look at and purchase your next home.

%

5.19

%

P.A.

2 years

tilated will be more obvious than in the warmer months, also a property’s orientation becomes evident during winter, with north-facing properties generally being less gloomy and cold than other properties.

Winter can reveal many details about a property that buyers typically wouldn’t be able to see in the warmer months of spring and summer. The cold months offer a good chance to see the home’s heating in action, and visiting a home during a rainy period can identify any problems a home may have regarding drainage or leakage.

Granted properties tend to present best during spring and autumn but these periods can hide a property’s flaws. If you find

the perfect property during winter, you are going to be very pleased once spring arrives and the garden blooms and hopefully offers many pleasant surprises.

In summary, buying in winter has many advantages, such as, seeing how the heating system copes, water issues ie damp spots on ceilings or musty smells. Drainage issues around the home or section, how neighbouring trees etc may affect the sun’s penetration into the home and less competition from other buyers. The disadvantage is fewer properties to choose from. Summer buying has a lot more propertie to choose from, but also has a lot more buyers competing with you and any drainage issues won’t be obvious.

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5.45

% P.A.

2 years

5.29

% P.A.

2 years

*At the time of printing

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GARDENING

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May is a good time to...

Henri Ham

AWAPUNI NURSERIES

Get your winter veges in – if you haven’t already. Be sure to dig the soil over first, apply compost, fertiliser and a dressing of lime to sweeten the soil, encourage plant growth and help prevent club root.

If you have planted your winter vegetables already, don’t forget to plant more to ensure you have a continual supply ready to harvest. We’ve been staggering the planting of our broccoli and other brassicas so we’ve always got some at the ready.

Broccoli, broad beans, carrots, onions, peas, spinach and cauliflower are all good to grow now.

Brighten up your garden by planting cool loving flowers like geraniums, wallflowers, polyanthus, nemophilla, foxgloves and anything else also currently available from our online store.

If you’re not going to grow any winter

veges, try growing a cover crop. Mustard is a good cover crop to grow, but not if you’re planting it where you’ve previously grown brassicas as it’s also a member of the brassica family and if there’s any club root in the soil it will promote it. Another good cover crop is blue lupin, which isn’t a member of the brassica family. When the cover crop has matured, dig it into the soil. This will get the soil all ready for next season’s planting.

Rake up your leaves for composting.

But watch out for the leaves from some trees, like black walnuts, which have toxins in their fallen leaves called hydrojuglone that can cause other plants to turn yellow, wilt and die. English walnut, hickory and

pecan trees also produce small amounts of hydrojuglone.

The best way to collect and compost your other leaves is to first shred them by running over them with a lawn mower.

Then tip a layer of leaves into a black plastic rubbish bag, sprinkle over a handful of garden lime and continue the layers until the bag is full. Tie the top of the bag and poke holes all over it. Place it somewhere sunny and leave it to break down. In summer you will have a lovely mulch to apply around your plants.

Pick up your rose leaves and put them in the rubbish so they don’t spread diseases through the soil, which will affect your

new growth of your roses in spring.

If you like to harvest rose hips (they are the fruit of the plant and have high levels of Vitamin C) or you just like the interest hips add to an autumn garden, now is the time to stop deadheading your roses. This will allow the hips to form and the stems to harden up before winter. Then wait until June to August (the colder it gets where you live, the longer you should wait) to start pruning.

Start to think about creating or adding to your orchard in spring. Weed the areas where you’re going to plant so they’re all ready for when the fruit trees become available from nurseries in June/July.

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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

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AT HOME

Choosing the right wood fire Considering a wood fire to take off the chill this winter? Every home has different needs so for your wood fire to be efficient it’s important to have the right type of wood fire. To help you make the right choice, the team at Mitre 10 MEGA Ashburton have shared their advice.

Why a wood fire?

A modern wood fire has lower running costs and is also a carbon neutral way of using renewable fuel. They are energy efficient and also a reliable back-up source in the event of a power cut. Some models even offer wetback solutions allowing you to heat water or an integrated stove top for cooking.

What type of wood fires?

There are two main types of wood fires available: radiant wood fires and convection wood fires. The way they distribute heat is the difference. To find out which is best for your home, you will need to consider the size of the space you are trying to heat.

If your home is draughty or has rooms with high ceilings then a radiant wood fire is a better option as they heat up quickly and distribute heat mainly from the front directly onto the surrounding objects.

Wood fires that heat air that then rises up or out with the draughts are not efficient

Ashleigh Donaldson

MITRE 10 MEGA Heating specialist

for homes with higher ceilings. Convection wood fires on the other hand are great for homes with lower ceilings as they warm the air and distribute it more evenly throughout the room.

Aside from what type of wood fire to select, you’ll also need to determine the heat output you require, establish if you need any additional components and check local council regulations.

The team in-store at Mitre 10 MEGA Ashburton can take you through all of this, but in the meanwhile consider these six steps.

1. What size fire do you need?

As a general rule of thumb, you should aim for 1kW heat output for every 10

square metres. The chart below will help you choose the correct size fire, although there are other elements that might influence your requirements (e.g. high ceilings) so be sure to talk to a Mitre 10

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2. Choosing a flue and shield

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It’s important for all wood fires to have the right flue system. As smoke travels up the flue pipe and out of your home heat loss can occur and is where a shield can help. A shield will help radiate the heat back into the room or prevent it from transferring into the wall, keeping more heat inside.

3. Getting a building consent Before installing a wood fire you will need to contact your local council to get a building consent.

There are restrictions in a number of regions where there are local bylaws including here in Canterbury. The Ministry for the Environment has a list of authorised wood fires that meet national standards for wood fires that can be installed on urban properties less than two hectares.

Your local council may issue a consent for you to install a rural wood fire if your property is greater than two hectares.

Rural wood fires have the added benefits of a larger heat output and the ability to

burn overnight.

protector is needed for your wood fire.

4. Adding floor protection

5. Installing a wood fire

The space around your wood fire may be prone to damage from ash, heat and sparks which is why you need a floor protector. Many designs are available including options that can be installed directly over your existing flooring.

Your installer can advise what size floor

Once you get a building a consent we recommend you arrange an installer to visit your home to determine the best position for your wood fire. They can provide advice on any extra components you might need for safety and provide recommendations on ventilation.

RULES FOR REPLACING YOUR WOODBURNER 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

BEFORE 31st OCTOBER 2017.

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.

Your installer can also help you with completing your building consent.

6. Fireside accessories Finish off by adding accessories for both functionality and aesthetics. You’ll need tools to help you keep your fire burning efficiently, storage to keep the area tidy and screens to protect your children and pets from getting too close.

WARM UP YOUR HOME GETTING ADVICE FOR YOUR WOOD FIRE PROJECT 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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PROPERTY SERVICES

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Specialists in:

YOUR MOVE YOUR WAY

• Air Conditioning/Heat Pumps

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

Email: josephbuilders@xtra.co.nz Email: Email:josephbuilders@xtra.co.nz josephbuilders@xtra.co.nz

• NEW HOMES • RENOVATIONS • PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Dairy Farm Refrigeration • Refrigeration • Ventilation • Electrical & Appliances

Come and see us today.

Phone 308 7182 On-call 021 597 517 211/D Alford Forest Rd, Ashburton

www.stewartandholland.co.nz

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

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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 12 – Dimensional Wellness Those are the words of life coach Louise Thompson, one of the headline acts at this year’s Dairy Women’s Network conference, DWN17 Connect, in Queenstown this week.

Thompson is a no-nonsense life coach, wellbeing writer and speaker with an easy-to-digest ethos May 12 – Mid Canterbury Sports Awards Mid Canterbury Sports Awards An evening to acknowledge Mid Canterbury achievers in sport.

6.30pm - 10.30pm May 13 – JAZZ OCTET The Jac A programme of exciting originals with broad crossover appeal, ranging from in/mate jazz trios to big band sounds.

Geraldine Academy of Performance & Arts, 79 Talbot St, Geraldine Contact Jill Roberts on academygeraldine@gmail.com May 13 – MTB racing Allenton Rugby club The Mid Canterbury Mountainbike Club’s six hour relay/solo ride.

Registration 8am-9am, racing from 10am-4pm. Contact Greg gregl@lyssaghtl.co.nz May 13 – Street Sprints Riverside Industrial Park - entry via Robinson Street, past Roscoes. Ashburton Car Club’s annual AutoSparks Street Sprints. Finals late on Sunday.

Entry fee by donation From 8.30am May 13 – Twilight autocross Ashburton Car Club event, held within the street sprints track.

Open to public entry, but limited to 30 cars, and cars must be WOF standard. $ 70 per vehicle. Visit www.

ashburtoncarclub.co.nz May 13 – Wheelchair basketball Oxford Street stadium Paterson’s Funeral Services Wheelchair Basketballl.

Contact Pauline Paterson on 308 7474.

Gold coin donation.

Register by 11 May to: Stephanie Butchard 302 4848 jabutchard@xtra.co.nz Alison Shearer 302 4789 alisonshearer88@gmail.com 7.30pm

May 13 – Lauriston Hall Quiz and Auction Up to 6/team, $60/team Plate for shared supper Register on 027 631 66 42

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.

7pm

Various

May 14 – Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/ Walk Ashburton Domain We have partnered up with the Heart Foundation to support its ‘Heart Foundation for Women’ campaign, which aims to help stop our women dying prematurely of heart disease.

For more information and ticket sales visit the website.

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

3pm

10am – 12noon May 14 – Mid Canterbury Choir In Concert St Stephen’s Church “The Heavens Declare!”

2pm – 4pm May 17 – Suzie Morrison Memorial Trial Starting from Hotel Ashburton’s Turf Bar. Night car trial. Entries on the night.

For more information contact admin@ashburtoncarclub.co.nz 7pm 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

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 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.

June 3 – Racing Harness Jewels, horse racing at Ashburton Racecourse.

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*

MAY

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

Parental guidance for under 13.

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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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211A WILLS ST, ASHBURTON, 7700 * Fees apply

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

Event Centre Tickets: $28 plus fees

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.

7.30pm July 1 – A Mid-Winter’s Ale Festival Rolleston Community Centre Canterbury Beer Festival will once again welcome you to a beertastic winter event.

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

11.30am – 6.30pm

August 23 – Tutus on Tour

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

Enquiries Ph 03 308-6088

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

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

9am - 4pm

June 9 – Peel Forest Cafe Black Sheep back to entertain.

Timaru band performing mainly 80’s music.

7.30pm

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.

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.

7.00-9.00pm

July 15 – Peel Forest Cafe Peel Forest Gorgeous Mid Winter Ball

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 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 24 – Peel Forest Cafe Henry Bolt local Geraldine Talent.

June 24 – Liam KennedyClark “Hometown Show”

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July 4 – NZ Guitar Quartet Event Centre The New Zealand Guitar Quartet comprises four uniquely accomplished guitarists.

July 7 – Peel Forest Cafe Singer songwriter Eddie Simon.

6.00-9.00pm

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

September 13 – Bill Massey’s Tourists (Arts on Tour) Event Centre Written & performed by Jan Bolwell Bill Massey’s Tourists has left audiences weeping and laughing.

Open Hat Night 7.30pm September 23 – Peak to Pub This race is achievable for anyone who is interested in challenging themselves physically and mentally.

September 23 – A Festival of Russian Ballet Event Centre The Imperial Russian Ballet Company return to NZ. 7.30pm October 18 – Manos del Chango (Arts on Tour NZ) Event centre Part man, part wheel, Delaney Davidson is an Art’s Foundation Laureate 2015, 3 x winner of APRA Country Song of the Year (2011, 2012, 2013) and New Zealand’s Own World-Class Rambling Troubadour.

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

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

BY ARRANGEMENT WITH ORIGINTM THEATRICAL ON BEHALF OF THEATRICAL RIGHTS WORLDWIDE, NEW YORK www.origintheatrical.com.au

Property

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Ashburton

66 Cameron Street 23 Cameron Street 1/4 Balmoral Place 5 Charlesworth Drive 15 Charles Street 76 William Street 8 James Street 55 Harrison Street 10 Grove Street 160 Grove Street

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SATURDAY - MAY 13

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

Is there any risk of methamphetamine (P) contamination?

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

Are there any issues with neighbours or planned developments?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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