Inside this issue: Darfield Hotel Pheasant Shooting
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Christchurch Marathon
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Springfield/Sheffield Netball continued...
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Gallipoli Anzac Piping
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Letter To The Editor
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Cook Book Published Local in ANZ Young Farmer Contest Final
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Sensational Selwyn Awards West Melton Scouts Celebrating 50th Years
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Cold Weather Safety Tips Synchronised Swim Castle Hill Author
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Residents’ Survey CPW Construction Begins
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Heritage Funding School Happenings
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Sports
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Diary Public Notices
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Classifieds
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Trades Email Column
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The afternoon of Saturday, May 31st saw Springfield/Sheffield Netball Club host their fiftieth Jubilee. The weather was good, and many past and current players attended at the Springfield Netball courts to participate in the day’s events. The Netball Club began in 1964 with one team playing on Springfield School’s netball courts. Currently the Club has five teams entered into the Malvern competition, as well as junior non-competitive teams. The sunny afternoon saw around fifty people turn out to celebrate the fifty year occasion
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and take the opportunity to catch up with old friends. The format of the day was an invitation game of netball, where netball players past and present played against the Springfield/Sheffield Senior A Team. This game was followed by an afternoon tea, where the cutting of the jubilee cake took place. The cake was cut by the oldest member of the Club, Val Rowe and the youngest member of the Club, Maddy Judd. Judd Plenty of photographs were taken, and carefully arranged into the decades of play.
Continued on page 3…. Val Rowe and Maddy Judd being the eldest and youngest members of Springfield/Sheffield netball cutting the jubilee cake.
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Pheasants are one of New Zealand’s most sought after game birds. Their bright plumage and superb eating qualities make them popular with game bird hunters, but the season to bag them is very restricted. Male birds only are able to be shot on June 7th and 8th in the North Canterbury Fish and Game region and to celebrate this fact Darfield Hotel are hosting a Pheasant shooting competition. The weigh-in, to be held on Sunday, June 8th at 2pm will also feature a kids’ pheasant plucking competition with prizes for the quickest pluck and the best
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pluck (look out for the colouring competition too). Shooters can vie for the major prize of a Motorised Decoy by entering their two, heaviest pheasant combined weights. The first English pheasants arrived in Wellington in 1842 and further liberations resulted in the bird being abundant in both islands by 1870. The pheasant population then plunged into a remarkable decline, from which it has never recovered, due to eating poisoned grain used for rabbit eradication followed by the release of stoats and weasels to quell the rabbit plague. However, there are still enough pheasants for hunting, assisted in some areas by annual releases of hand reared stock. In the South Island pheasants are limited to the Nelson area, some coastal riverbeds, plus a few other isolated habitats in Canterbury. Pheasants have no down and dislike damp conditions. Shooters can only take male birds (roosters) and it is illegal to shoot hen pheasants (females) as they are protected as the providers of next year’s crop. Pheasants are vocal birds, particularly towards the end of the season as territorial disputes are settled. As a result
they can be easily located. They have good hearing and sight and successful hunting requires elements of silence and surprise. When pheasants are flushed they often glide for quite a distance before landing and running at high speed. Often they will sit tight in dense vegetation. One trick is to stop frequently, which can unnerve a hiding bird in thinking that they’ve been seen and send them into flight. Teaming up with other hunters to walk in a line through crops and flush pheasants ahead is often successful too. The best pheasant hunting occurs on bright days. Sunny spells have the birds moving about from daybreak to mid morning and again from mid afternoon to dusk. A good dog is almost essential as pheasants can be difficult to flush from cover. While cock birds are easily located and flushed, shot birds can be difficult to find. Breeds like labradors, pointers and spaniels are useful as they flush and retrieve the birds. Points to remember: North Canterbury Fish and Game area. Cock Pheasants only to be shot - June 7th and 8th. 2014, (two days only) and a daily bag limit of one.
On Queens Birthday Sunday crowds took to the streets of the city to compete in varying sections of the Christchurch Airport Marathon. With categories to choose from such as; full marathon, half marathon run and walk, ten kilometre run and walk, along with Kid’s Mara’Fun, there was plenty of opportunity for people to compete. The Malvern News would like to Darfield’s Mark Beattie on congratulate all its readers that completion of the competed and completed, or full marathon run. just participated to the very best of their ability. The News acknowledges the hard work undertake an event such as and determination it takes to this.
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Springfield/Sheffield netballers from the decade 1964-1974 L-R: Delwyn Taege, Ruth Simpson, Juliette McLeod, Heather Taege and Judith Topp.
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Brighten your home! Val McKenzie and Heather Taege, Patrons of Springfield/Sheffield Netball Club, with Clare Clatworthy (centre), President of Malvern Netball Centre. ...continued from front page.
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“It was a beautiful afternoon Winter Hours: where ever yone enjoyed • Mon/Tues 9am - 3:30pm themselves and there was lots • Wed-Fri 9am - 4:30pm of catching up and laughing,” • Sat 9am - 1:00pm commented Heather Taege Patroness of the Club. Full of goodies for HOME & GARDEN The evening celebration was a dinner held for forty people at the Sheffield Pavilion, giving those in attendance time to chat and reflect on their netball days. The success of the day, is attributed to the careful L-R: Raewyn Baxter, President of Springfield/Sheffield Netball Club, with ex Springfield/Sheffield player Julie Ann Johnson planning and organisation by Phone 03 3187101 - 51 South Tce, Darfield and Julie Smith, Secretary. the members of the Springfield/ Sheffield Netball Club along with much hard work by all 44 South Terrace, concerned. Darfield 7510 This special day saw many Ph 318 8896 people travel from near and far valbriggsinteriors@xtra.co.nz to j o in in th e Club ’ s Curtain celebrations, with one of the l furthest being from the top of Specia Making the North Island. Free Measure Save 15% “The day was well supported • Advertising & Quote* on Duette Blinds and it was lovely to see the A complete service Special available until 1pm Tuesday younger players of the Club in for your window 30th June attendance, as it will be them furnishings *Offer excludes the who will be hosting the next *conditions apply cost of automation s ign i fi can t ann i ver s ar y! ” • Editorial • Curtains • Blinds • Upholstery • Mirrors concluded Heather with a smile. 5pm Monday • Lamps • Rods & Tracks • Cushions • Giftware
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Ex Greendale local Finlay Fraser Milne not only has Scot’s ancestry, but also has a Scot’s ability to play the bagpipes. It was this ability that saw Finlay travel to Gallipoli and play the pipes at the 2014 Anzac service. Finlay is currently a Lieutenant in the New Zealand Army (Queen Alexandra's Mounted Rifles- QAMR). Prior to his military career Finlay lived at Greendale, attending Greendale Primary School, followed by Darfield High School, before securing a piping scholarship and progressing to St. Andrews College (STAC), Christchurch. Finlay’s family still reside in the local community and for Finlay this area will always be thought of as his home. “We were extremely proud that Finlay was chosen to represent the New Zealand Defence Force and play the bagpipes at the Gallipoli Anzac Service this year,” said Finlay’s father Michael Fraser Milne, Milne “he had quite a bit of piping to do at various services and also at the New Zealand embassy in Ankara, Turkey.” Michael with his accent and his
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scholarship to STAC where he continued playing with the school pipe band, ending up as Pipe Sergeant and going to Scotl and fo r th e Wor ld Championships. “The Anzac Gallipoli trip was quite an experience for him,” Michael commented, “and the various battlefield tours had quite an effect too. As a young soldier seeing lads of his age or younger, from his regiment, buried over there, was definitely thought provoking. He felt, and was, very privileged to see all this through the eyes of the military.”
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To the Editors: Koanga Gardens are appealing for money to purchase land to keep their seed saving gardens operating (the land is currently leased). A small donation of $10 will help buy a metre of the land. I hope the gardeners of Darfield and surrounding districts are willing to join the cause. Kay Baxter has worked long and hard for many years collecting and growing on many heritage seeds. Since 1920 we have lost 90% of our heirloom seeds and 85% of our fruit varieties. Many of us are aware that the modern seeds do not perform very well, if at all, and food value is not of a high standard. To donate www.koanga.org.nz and click donate or post a cheque to Koanga Institute, Kotare Rd, RD 5, Wairoa. Remember the wonderful taste of apples off our own home grown trees, and donate a few dollars to help retain our fruit flowers and vegetables, I am sure Darfield gardeners are willing to do our bit.
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An elegant vegetable cookbook released by Selwyn chef Robert Koller late last year is now available in several bookstores around Canterbury. The Quickenberry Vegetable Cookbook is full of ways to make vegetables special. It brings a lifetime of cooking experience and Robert’s passion for making vegetables interesting, into print. The cookbook has been named after the Lodge Robert owns with his wife Christine on the grounds of Terrace Downs Golf Resort. It is one of several high country tourism businesses that operate in the area. “The cookbook is full of recipes and stories about food and some bits about ourselves and Quickenberry,” commented Robert. “It has taken many years to collect the ideas and photos, but I’m very pleased with the final product. It’s hardback with glossy pages and pictures, linen bound and with a dust jacket. It makes a beautiful gift for people who love good food,” he added. Quickenberry Lodge specialises in gourmet evening meals and cooking classes for small
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After achieving well at the preliminaries local J ames Davidson has earned himself a place in the ANZ Young Farmer Contest Final, to be held around Christchurch as well as at Lincoln University, over the first weekend in July. It was a first appearance for James in the regional final, held at the Fairlie A & P Show, on E as ter M o n d ay. J am es commented “I was hoping to learn from the experience and scope it all out,” he said. “My goal was just to make it to the top four, so it was a definite surprise to win.” James and his partner Chloe moved from Ashburton to Darfield in February to both start new jobs. James currently works as 2-ic on a 1,400 cow dairy farm in Darfield where he hopes to gain more experience before he takes the next step up in his career. Chloe holds a teaching position at Kirwee Model School. “The ultimate goal,” James said, “is farm ownership, but in the meantime I am working on developing our r ecen tl y purchased 70Ha grazing and silage block at Glentunnel.” James grew up near Ashburton in Eiffelton, a small rural district, on his parents arable and sheep
Nominations are now open for the Faringdon Sensational Selwyn Awards 2014. The awards are held every two years to recognise and honour outstanding Selwyn businesses, community groups and individuals for their inspirational work and achievements. The awards are organised by Selwyn District Council with Faringdon as the naming sponsor. Nominations can be made in nine categories: Agri-business, Arts and Culture, Business, Community Service, Environmental, Sports, Tourism, Young Achiever and The Diana Isaac Cup (for native planting in the Selwyn District). In 2012 over sixty nominations were received for the Sensational Selwyn Awards. “There are many individuals, businesses and groups who help make Selwyn a great place to live,” commented Selwyn Mayor Kelvin Coe. “The awards are an opportunity to recognise excellence, innovation and service and I encourage people to put forward nominations.” Jake Hughes from Faringdon added that they are pleased to be sponsoring the 2014 awards. “Selwyn is a very exciting, innovative environment for businesses to operate in and it is also a great place to choose to live in with a high level of community facilities available. It is fantastic for Faringdon as a new community evolving in Rolleston to be able to recognise the work of businesses, community groups and local residents by sponsoring the awards.” The awards are open to individuals and organisations who live, or are based, in Selwyn district and meet the criteria for entry listed on nominations forms. 2012 award winners are not eligible to enter the same category in 2014. Award nominees must give permission to be entered on the entry form - applications close on June 20th. Nomination forms are available from Council libraries and service centres, the Lincoln Event Centre and online at www.selwyn.govt.nz/awards.
farm. He attended St Bedes College following that with Lincoln University where he gained a Bachelor of Commerce in Agriculture. James has also spent time overseas travelling in Australia, Europe, Africa and Asia. While in Australia and the UK he also took on farm work. Upon returning home James spent two years on a robotic dairy farm in Mayfield before taking up his current position “As a youngster I never thought I would end up farming,” James said, “I always thought I would like to do engineering,” he added. James believes it was the sale of the family farm, when he was young that sparked his farming bug, “once something's gone you appreciate it in a whole other way,” he commented. The highlight of James’s Young
Farmer Contest so far, has been winning the Regional Final in Fairlie. “During the competition I tried hard all day, but to see the points come up during the evening show, was pretty rewarding. Getting to this stage of the competition opens up so many opportunities,” James added. So is James looking forward to the Grand Final? “Just getting to Grand Final will be a great feeling, there is a lot of hard work to be done preparing for it. It will be nice to put it all into practice. I am looking forward to the practical aspects of the contest. I enjoy problem solving and being able to test my farming skills in a pressure situation like this, makes this competition what it is.” James finished.
James Davidson of Darfield recently won the Aorangi Regional Final to become one of the seven contestants in this year’s ANZ Young Farmer Contest Grand Final to be held at various locations around Christchurch and at Lincoln University over the first weekend in July.
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Founding members of the West Melton Scout Group help celebrate 50 years of Scouting in West Melton. L-R: Graeme Oakley, Ray Quinton, Gail Watson, Colin Watson.
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Waters. Waters Keas, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers each contributed to the event with their own songs and skits making sure the opening night was definitely one to remember. “It was a spectacular starry night, with an early frost being kept at bay by the traditional lighting of the campfire,” said Tony Watson of West Melton Scouts.
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Synchronised Swimming is alive and well in Selwyn. Based in Weedons, at Small Strokes Swim School, a group of dedicated girls aged from seven to fifteen years old have been preparing to compete in the South Island Championships. “Currently we are the only affiliated Synchronised Swimming Club in Canterbury,” said Coach and Small Strokes’ owner Joan Billing. Billing “The girls have been practicing up to three times a week, since the middle of last year, for this competition, and will be expected to compete in the pool over two days of competition. Typically there is a figure section where the girls have to demonstrate single individual moves, and then a team routine to music for three minutes. That might not sound like a long time, but they must not touch the bottom of the pool at all, and have some pretty tricky moves to execute,” Joan commented. Joan, is an experienced national level coach plus judge and has over 28 years experience with synchronised swimming events. Since moving to Selwyn eight years ago, Joan has led a team of professional swim coaches specialising in learn-to-swim classes for babies, through to school students. The South Island Championships will be held in Dunedin on June 21st and 22nd. Small Strokes Swim School can be contacted direct by anyone interested in finding out more about general swimming classes or synchronised swimming. “We would also like to acknowledge the help we have had from people to attend these competitions,” Joan added. The Selwyn District Council, Synlait and The Warehouse in Rolleston are all worthy of our appreciation, as they have provided either grants or clothing. We also gratefully thank Weedons School and Small Strokes clients who supported our two bake sales,” Joan concluded.
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The Small Strokes Swim School’s synchronised swimming team to attend the South Island Championships in June. Back row: Morgan Bianchet, Lauren Small, Samantha Asher, Nina Weir. Front row: Tia Betteridge, Hayley Small, Alessandra Ward.
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Castle Hill’s Greg Hopkinson was born in 1958 on the West Coast - a rugged, dramatic place that tends to shape the lives of the small group of people who live there. Living in Greymouth and attending Grey High, at a time that that particular educational institution didn’t rate highly on the leader board, Greg was attr acted to th e m or e adventurous characters at the School. All of whom had a natural inclination to extend the en vel op e of accep tabl e behaviour. However he went on to study engineering at the University of Canterbury and become an extremely successful businessman, but perhaps not such a great partner/friend. Greg went through some heady days of partying, high pressure business deals and all the trappings that brings, before realising it wasn’t making him, or the people around him, happy. He then went on a search for a better way and in his words; found it. Greg although a successful entrepreneur, has since become a monk, teaching a particular type of meditation which can be used with eyes open as people
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go about their day. He speaks to groups and businesses about the benefits of mindfulness and meditation in daily work and life; how being more present makes practitioners more focussed, creative, efficient, productive and how everything flows easily and enjoyably. ‘Boundless’, the recently published book, is his story. On one level, ‘Boundless’ will appeal to readers who find Greg’s escapades from a neardeath exp erien ce in an avalanche, through to doing business in the decaying Soviet Union and few other adventures in between, fascinating. Others who are looking for more happiness and contentment in their life, but haven’t got a clue where to start, will find his journey to become a monk, equally fascinating. ‘Boundless’ has the potential to change readers’ preconceptions about happiness and success. Having established a successful chain of retail stores with his
wife and a group of friends, Greg finally exited business, after his marriage failed and went on a quest to find a better way in life. He and partner Sally live at Castle Hill and are both monks of an ancient non-religious teach i n g . G r eg tr avel s extensively and fills his life with the things that make him content - skiing, walking in the bush near his home, socialising and chipping away at a range of diverse projects.
Selwyn residents are being asked to share their views on the delivery of Council’s services as part of the 2014 Resident’s Survey. Each year the Council carries out a resident’s telephone survey which asks people to comment on what they think of the quality of Council services like parks, roads, rubbish and recycling co ll ection and libraries. The survey also asks residents what they think the Council’s spending priorities should be. This year’s survey also includes questions on the Council’s Smoke Free Policy and on pokie machine gambling. The survey seeks responses from around 1,000 randomly chosen residents by telephone. The telephone survey is designed to be representative
of the demographics of Selwyn District, and is carried out by independent research company Research First. The telephone survey is being carried out until Monday, June 9th. “This year people who are contacted by telephone and asked to take part in the survey will also have the option to complete the survey online,” said Melissa Renganathan, Renganathan the Council’s Research and Policy Advisor. “The survey provides the Co u n c i l w i th va l u ab l e information we can use to evaluate our performance and identify what we are doing well and what we can improve.” “We are also inviting other Selwyn residents to complete the survey online as we value their comments on the Council’s performance,” she added.
To complete the online survey visit: www.selwyn.govt.nz/haveyoursay by Monday, June 9.
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Phone Warren or Carey 027 224 3628 or 03 325 4695 Taken from overhead the first diggings near Hororata for stage one of the Central Plains Water Scheme can be clearly seen as they wind their way across the landscape. Photo courtesy of Michael Oakley, www.ballooningcanterbury.com Dairy Conversion Specialist
G r ou ps and i nd i vi du al s interes ted in pres er ving Selwyn’s heritage are being encouraged to apply for funding for their next project as Selwyn Heritage funding applications are now open. Selwyn District Council has funding available to meet some of the extra costs associated with pro tecting heri tag e buildings and trees for the community’s benefit. This may include restoring, reinforcing and pr otecting h er itag e buildings, and other structures such as war memorials, sites and trees. Grants given in previous years have ranged between $250 and $17,000 for projects such as pruning old oak trees, restoring weather boards and earthquake repairs to buildings and other structures following the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes. The Ellesmere Band Hall is a listed heritage item in the Selwyn District Plan and received a grant of $3,000 to replace weatherboards and repaint the exterior of the hall last year. Band secretary Alison Donley commented that the hall was in desperate need of restoring. “We were grateful for the grant from the Council to repair the hall as it is enjoyed by the whole community and adds to the heritage of Selwyn. It was great
to see it in tip-top condition for the Anzac Day commemorations this year.” Averil Carpenter from the Old Vicarage in Prebbleton received $1,000 to replace an aluminium window frame with a wooden frame two years ago. “The previous owners had put in a box bay aluminium window, but it didn’t match the style of the 150 year-old home,” Averil said. “When Councillor Malcolm Lyall told me about the Selwyn Heritage fund I was delighted that a grant could cover part of the cost of replacing the window to maintain the heritage of the building,” she added. There is one Selwyn Heritage funding round each year and $35,000 is available to support projects by owners of heritage buildings or protected trees in the Selwyn District. Priority is given to items listed in the
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Selwyn District Plan. The heritage fund can be used to pay for part of the cost of restoration or protection work, and applicants will also need to fund some of this cost from other sources. Applications for this round close on Friday, July 11th, 2014. Applicants need to include at least two quotes from suitably qualified tradespeople. Funding may be given to activities such as restoring chimney posts, replacing plaster, repairing windows, w ater bl as ting buildings, tree trimming or pruning, roof repairs, organ repairs and enhancement to heritage features. Funding cannot be used for routine main ten an ce, or for improvements which are of personal or commercial benefit such as new kitchens or bathrooms.
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Students at Windwhistle School have been busy painting the new rebound wall at the School. But before the students could get involved with the painting, a problem-solving maths lesson took place. Students were required to work out how much paint would be needed, to give the wall two coats. Utilising measurements of length and height to calculate the area to be covered, the students were able to calculate the volume of paint required to do the job. Ruby Smedley painting, Breanne Scott and Arthur Oakley holding the ladder on which Windwhistle School’s Principal Frances Nimmo stands to tackle the high bits.
Keeping warm in their lovely colourful PJ’s are L:R: Emma Davies, Toby Thwaites and Josh Tuer, background Emily Breading. On Friday, May 30th students from Hororata Primary School not only got to attend classes wearing their favourite Pyjamas, but also got to have a mammoth pillow fight and all while donating a coin to raise funds for the Starship Children’s Hospital. Organised by the School’s Student Council, money raised from the purchase of food provided on the day, was put toward Senior Camp.
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When the necessary funding for a parti cular speci al needs learning programme was not available from other sources, a Windwhistle School representative approached Malvern Lions to see if they would be able to help. “We were blown away with how supportive the Malvern Lions were right from our first contact with them,” said Windwhistle S ch oo l Teach er , K a th y Mehrtens. Mehrtens “They went out of their way to develop a clear understanding of what we were trying to achieve with our forthcoming programme and why it was so important. The Lions' members backed us, with substantial contributions from several sources: Malvern Lions, the E B Millton Trust and CRT Darfield Real Estate,” commented Kathy. On behalf of Windwhistle School, Kathy would like thank all the Malvern Lions members including Chris
Malvern Lions President Chris Abbott presents a cheque enabling a special needs learning programme to go ahead for Windwhistle School students. This was gratefully accepted by Kathy Mehrtens from Windwhistle School. Abbott, Abbott John Morten and Brian Davidson, as well as Kerin Davidson Pitkethley of CRT Real Estate. “To know we have such a hard working organisation in our community as the Lions, who
will generously support us to make a direct difference to the future lives of our students, is a great feeling. The specialist learning programme is now underway,” Kathy concluded.
Mr Tomlin, Mr Dawson and Mr Blondell have the full support of their work colleagues at West Melton School, as they start the 150 day beard growing competition as part of the celebrations for West Melton 150th anniversary. Front Row: Mr Tomlin and Mr Dawson. Mr Blondell was missing in action for the photo, but staff found a replacement . Mr Blondell (insert) - apparently (said with tongue in cheek) - Teachers WITH beards give out 7.4% less homework than teachers without beards! West Melton is turning 150 years old and to celebrate this milestone, the community will hold a weekend of celebrations over Labour weekend - October 2014. Last week saw the launch of a beard growing competition. Contestants turned up cleanly
shaven at West Melton Tavern on May 27th, exactly 150 days out from Labour weekend, to register for the event which will be judged over the forthcoming Labour weekend. Three male staff from West Melton School put themselves
forward to grow creative art on their chins. Messrs Thomlin, Dawson and Blondell have the school’s full support. Both students and staff members are looking forward to the changes that will happen before their eyes!
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Hororata School: Piwakawaka classroom has been boosted by new pupils: Jasmine Smith, Emily Breading, Joshua Tuer, Miles Henriksen and Joshua Smith.
West Melton School welcomed Piper Munnerley last week.
West Melton School welcomed four new students recently Fergus Johnston, Jannik Nuhs, Callum Cathedral and Jack Breward
New logo: logo Greendale School considers itself very lucky to have amongst its School community a Parent who works in design. They have revamped the School’s logo, stationery and brochure.
New renovations: renovations These are due to begin in mid June creating a new teachers aide space and breakout learning area. The School is currently applying for grants to furnish the new areas.
James White and Logan Holland (in pink shirts and Logan with pink hair - you’ll have to believe us on this!) two of West Melton School’s councillors. The boys organised ‘Pink Shirt Day’ for students of the school. Pink Shirt Day is about working together to prevent or stop bullying by celebrating people's differences and promoting positive relationships. Pink Shirt Day began in Nova Scotia, Canada in 2007. A group of students decided to defend a child who was bullied for wearing a pink shirt. In a show of solidarity, many of his peers turned up to school the next day wearing pink shirts, and so Pink Shirt Day was born. West Melton pupils turned out not only in pink shirts but also in pink skirts, pink socks and very pink hair!
New families: families Greendale School recognises the input of new families coming on board which adds to their school community in such a positive way. “We are a small close knit school where our community is special and important to us,” commented the School’s principal.
New principal of Greendale School Carey-Anne Hamilton with Greendale School House captains. Back row: Mrs Hamilton, Leif McGuinniety, Brooke Thomason, Georgie Hamilton. Middle: Millie Adams, Rowan Hickey Front: Tyler Tapa-Wither.
from the Junior room teacher to the senior room and the Principal’s position. The school is pleased to have found Mrs Delia Gameson to teach in the New Staff: junior room. “She adds energy CareyCarey-Anne Hamilton moved and expertise to the teaching
staff, along with a dedicated Hayley Kilday which completes a skilled and enthusiastic team,” Carey-Anne added. “Not to forget our dedicated support staff of Marion, Sue, Sue Jan and Fiona plus a supportive BoT.”
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Draw - 7th June 2014 TIME
RESULTS - Saturday 31st May 2014 DIVISION 1 - SECTION 1 Southbridge 22 v Darfield 5 Oxford 14 v Rakaia 30 DEANS CHALLENGE SHIELD Kaiapoi 14 v Ashley 13 Methven 21 v Prebbleton 23 Hampstead bye DIVISION 1 - SECTION 2 Saracens 36 v Celtic 10 Glenmark 12 v Burn/Duns/Irwell 20 West Melton 0 v Lincoln 46 Southern 29 v Ohoka 17 Waihora bye DIVISION 2 West Melton 0 v Rolleston 56 Lincoln 37 v Diamond Harbour 6 Selwyn 0 v Burn/Duns/Irwell 32 Kirwee 17 v Banks Peninsula 12 Southbridge 33 v Springston 24 Hornby 5 v Darfield 23 Leeston 18 v Prebbleton 5 DIVISION 3 Kirwee 6 v Burn/Duns/Irwell 49 COLTS Kirwee 32 v Rolleston 5 West Melton 17 v Lincoln 36 Waihora Win v Darfield Default WOMENS - CUP Dunsandel/Irwell 48 v Burnside/Kaiapoi 3 U18 Malvern Comb 28 v Oxford/Woodend 29 Meth/Allen/Rak 5 v Spngstn/Sthbridge 50 U16 Malvern Combined 27 v Ashley 25 West Melton 14 v Lincoln 20 Oxford 27 v Rolleston 31
U14.5 Duns/Southb/Leest/Irwell bye Malvern Combined 14 v Lincoln 51 West Melton 7 v Prebbleton 49 U13 Rolleston Black 27 v Dun/Irwell/Lees 15 Lincoln 55 v Darfield 0 West Melton 53 v Prebbleton White 17 U11.5 West Melton 55 v Duns/Irwell/Springs 0 Darfield/Kirwee 35 v Southbridge 41 Selwyn/Sheffield 5 v Prebbleton Black 59 U10 - SECTION 1 West Melton Gold 45 v Spngstn Green 30 U10 - SECTION 2 Kirwee 40 v Dunsandel/Irwell Black 5 Prebbleton Black 0 v Darfield 50 Selwyn 35 v Rolleston Gold 45 Dun/Irw White15 v Prebbleton Yellow 60 U8.5 SECTION 2 Prebbleton Black 15 v Kirwee 65 West Melt Gold 60 v West Melton Blue 10 Darfield Red 45 v Leeston White 25 U7 SECTION 1 Kirwee Red 55 v Duns/Irwell Blue 45 Selwyn Green 70 v Kirwee Gold 60 Selwyn Black 60 v Kirwee White 45 West Melton White 65 v Darfield Blue 50 Sheffield 60 v Darfield Red 65 U7 SECTION 2 West Melton Green 60 v Sthbdg White 60 U7 SECTION 4 West Melton Blue 55 v Rolleston White 55 West Melton Gold Win v Waihora Gold Dflt
DRAW - Saturday 7th June 2014 CLUB DAYS - Diamond Harbour, Rolleston, Hornby Home team named first. This is the correct draw from the supplier at the time of going to print. DIVISION 1 - QUARTER FINALS: Methven v Burn/Duns/Irw Meth 2.45pm U14.5: Rakaia v Glenmark Rakaia 2.45pm Roll v Duns/Sthb/Lee/Irw Roll 11.30am Waihora v Darfield TT 2.45pm Malv Com v West Melton Darf 12.30pm Lincoln v Southbridge Linc 2.45pm U13: DIVISION 1 - PLATE Darfield v Spgstn/Sthbdg Darf 11.00am Ashley v Saracens Lobrn 2.45pm Dun/Irw/Lees v West Melt Lees 1.00pm Prebbleton v Celtic Prebb 2.45pm U11.5: DIVISION 1 - BOWL: Prebb Blue v Darf/Kirwee Preb 11.30am Kaiapoi v Southern Kaiap 2.45pm Sel/Sheff v West Melton Sheff 12.00pm Ohoka v Hampstead Mndv 2.45pm Waihra Wht v Dun/Irw/Spgtn TT 10.30am West Melton v Oxford WM 2.45pm U10 - SECTION 1: DIVISION 2: Spgstn Black v WM Gold Spgtn11.40am Hornby v West Melton Dentn 2.45pm U10 - SECTION 2: Rolleston v Selwyn Roll 2.45pm Prebb Green v Kirwee Preb 10.30am Burn/Duns/Irw v Kirwee Burn 2.45pm Dun/Irw Blck v Prebb Blck Duns 11.00am Springston v Darfield Sgstn 2.45pm Darfield v Selwyn Darf 11.00am DIVISION 3: Rolleston Gold v WM Blue Roll 11.15am Waihra v Burn/Duns/Irw TT 1.00pm WM White v Dun/Irw White WM 10.45am Hornby v Kirwee Dentn 1.00pm U8.5 SECTION 2: COLTS: Dun/Irwell v Prebb Black Duns 10.00am Celtic v Kirwee Celtic 1.00pm Kirwee v West Melton Gld Kirw 11.30am West Melton v Prebbleton WM 1.00pm WM Blue v Darfield Red WM 10.30am Springston v Darfield Spgstn 1.00pm U7 SECTION 1: WOMENS - CUP: Dun/Irw Blue v Sel Green Duns 9.00am Sydenham v Dun/Irw Sydhm 2.45pm Kirwee White v Kirwee Red Kirwee 9.00am Hornby/WM v HSOB Dentn 1.00pm Kirwee Gold v WM White Kirw 10.40am U18: Kirw Black v Selwyn Black Kirwee 9.50am Oxford/Wood v Kaiapoi Oxford 2.00pm Darfield Blue v Sheff Darf 9.00am Waihora v MC Combined TTapu 1.30pm WM Red v Dun/Irw Black WM 9.45am Malvern Combined bye Darf Red v WM Black Darf 10.00am U16: U7 SECTION 2: Prebb v Malvern Comb Prebb 1.00pm WM Green v Leeston Red WM 9.30am Oxford v Waihora Oxford 2.15pm U7 SECTION 4: Ashley v West Melton Lobrn 2.15pm Roll White v WM Gold Roll 10.20am
For full results and draw please visit the Ellesmere Rugby website www.ersu.org.nz
S RESULT y a 31st M Men's Pres. B Malvern - Waimak United: 1 - 1 14th Grade Malvern - FC Twenty Steel: 3 - 0 Jacob Buck (2), Reily Neil 10th Grade Malvern - Selwyn UFC: 4 - 4 Jenny Walter (3), Heath Currie 9th Grade Malvern Sharks - Selwyn Falcons: 1 - 2 Blake McInerney Selwyn Tuis - Malvern Dragons: 0 - 9 Hayden de Burger (6), Vincent Sanderson, Liam Kelk, Logan Hindle
Results 31st May 2014 Match of the day - Ambrose 1 S Brown, G Deans, J Morten 2 P Deans, D Davies, L Stone, L Kenworthy 3 K Hicks, A Thorne, M Wilson J Helmore 4 R Kars, S Williamson, A Hogg 5 P Pearce, E Woodward, P Eddy, N Robertson 6 K Kibler, S Inch, P Cardosi B McLaughlin
56.5 58.5 60.2 60.3 60.8 60.8
Results 31st May 2014 Stroke Round 1st Trevor Harris Nett 63 2nd Adam Hayward Nett 68 3rd Jan Redfern Nett 68 4th Ken Beamont Nett 69 5th Henry Shipley Nett 70 6th Colin Stott Nett 72 7th Dale McDonald Nett 72 Twos: Laurie Black, James Shipley, Henry Shipley. Women’s Longest Drive: Jan Redfern Men’s Longest Drive: Rob Birch Closest to Pin #3 - Darfield Food Centre: A Ferguson # 9 - Donated Bottle of Wine: H Shipley # 17 - Chalmers Construction: J Shipley Longest Putt: #18 Spons by Darfield Tyre Centre: Ken Beaumont Many thanks to our sponsors.
COURT 1 TIME COURT 2 TIME COURT 3 COURT 4 9:00am SENIOR A 9:00am JNR NETBALL 9:00am JNR NETBALL JNR NETBALL S/Spring Snr YR 3 & 4 10:00am v JNR NETBALL 10:20am SENIOR B Kir Kaha S/S Stormers SENIOR C PRIMARY A v 10:30am SENIOR A Darf Illusion 10:50am Darf Destroyerz Darfield Dragons v v Kirwee Senior 11.30am SENIOR B Darf Sting Sth/Mal Stingers v S/S Bulls 11:50am Kir Klassix PRIMARY A PRIMARY B v Kirwee Dazzlers Darfield Force Darf Cometz 12noon SENIOR A v v 12.50pm SENIOR C Darf Smashers Darfield Tigers Dar Fusion Darf Rattlerz 12:50pm PRIMARY A v PRIMARY B v Kirwee Strikers S/Mal Sherbetz Sth Mal Snr Dar Black M v v 1:30pm SENIOR A Sth/Mal Steelers S/S Prim B Kirwee Black 1.50pm SENIOR B 1:50pm SENIOR C Byes: S/S Social Kir Soc 2 Darfield Fauxpas v v v S/M Shakers Darfield MiB’s S/M Social Kirwee Shooters Kir Soc 1
Malvern Netball Centre have recently trialled local netball players for their inclusion in Malvern Represent ative teams. Each year Malvern selects players in the grades of Primary A, Under 15’s and Under 17’s to attend t o ur nam e nt s ar o u n d Canterbury. This year Malvern recruited outside selectors to attend the trials, involving a substantial number of girls from local Clubs. The trials were not only well attended, but with all the girls playing to their best ability, it made it tough for the selectors to decided on final teams. Malvern would like to acknowledge the coaches who have offered to coach and support the girls through this season. Under 17 Team Nicole Sarginson Maria Townsend Under 15 Team Steph Bothwell, Rachel Peddie Primary A Team Tania McKay Teams have been entered f o r t h e fo l lo w i n g tournaments: North Canterbury, June 15th, Under 15’s and Primary A Ashburton, June 29th
Under 17’s Hurunui, July 20th all teams Field Day, July 27th all teams Ashburton, August 3rd Under 15’s and Primary A. Congratulations go to the following players selected to represent Malvern: Malvern Under 17 Team: • Georgia Wilson • Cherry Dudley • Chontelle Radford • Courtney Townsend • Caitlin Thistoll • Anna Hurst • Emily deRooy • Annabelle Johnston • Georgia Cridge • Ella Stokes Malvern Under 15 Team: • Kylie Schnell • Hayley Fraser • Tessa Mitchell • Eloise Dance • Pippa Foster • Chelsea Wilson • Shanyia Johnston-Kroll • Georgie Watson • Olivia Brackman Malvern Primary A Team: • Annabelle Jones • Caitlin Knowles • Georgia Benny • Georgie Sarginson • Katelyn McKay • Rozlyn Doherty • Sam Begbie • Sophie Townsend • Stefanie McKenzie • Georgia Keelty
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PUBLIC NOTICES
PUBLIC NOTICES
KEEP THE DATE FREE! Darfield Div 2 Rugby Team & Darfield Hotel Quiz
Friday 18th July Keep your eye on the Malvern News for more details to come.
PUBLIC NOTICES
PUBLIC NOTICES
Cheese Making Workshops Mingary Farm, Oxford Learn to make Cheese by an experienced home cheese maker. These one day workshops run from 10am - 2.30pm. $80 per person with lunch provided. • Camembert, Feta, Butter & Yogurt - 28 June & 18 July • Ricotta, Feta, Cottage Cheese & Butter - 20 June & 4, 26 July • Gouda, Ricotta, Butter & Yogurt - 14 June & 12 July
Call Pam on 03 312 1305 or email mswhitaker@xtra.co.nz
COURTENAY PAPARUA PLOUGHING ASSN The annual general meeting of the Malvern Community Patrol will take place on Thursday 25th June, 7:30pm at Darfield Library.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING To be held on Tuesday 10th June, 8:00pm at Kirwee Community Hall Supper Room. Everyone Welcome.
Residents of Kirwee, Sheffield, Coalgate, Glentunnel, Darfield and Hororata are invited to attend as the patrol regularly visits these areas. Supper will be provided by Darfield Bakery.
There is also a match plough available to use for anyone interested in giving match ploughing a go.
Enquiries - phone 318 8588.
Enquiries to: Jeff Cridge 03 318 1755.
PUBLIC NOTICES CAR BOOT SALE at Darfield Far m er s M ar k e t. S at 7th June, 10:00am - 1:00pm. $ 5 p er car. Con tact: darfieldfarmersmarket@gmail. com or find us on facebook.
Café Hope Open 10:00am Sunday 8th June St James Sunday School Hall Wright’s Road, Sheffield All Welcome CARPET CLEANING CA RPET/WINDOW cleaning. Quick drying. For a thorough job at a competitive rate. Call or text Robert anytime on 027 299 9599. CHURCH NOTICES
CHURCH of the Open Door, Te Pirita. Where people learn to have faith in God through LAY ASSOCIATES Chartered Accountants. Rolleston Office the teaching of our Lord Jesus phone 03 347 4501, Leeston Christ. Open 24/7. Office phone 03 324 3030. “Real people, real knowledge”. DRIVEWAYS ACCOUNTANTS
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CRT Farmlands Kale Demo Day Christchurch City Chorus Performing Kirwee Bowling Club AGM Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session Darfield Farmers Market - Car Boot Sale Darfield Hospital Antenatal Classes Commence St James Church - Café Hope Open Darfield Hotel Pheasant Weigh In & Kids Comp Malvern News Advertising Deadline Courtenay Paparua Ploughing Assn AGM Terrace Winebar Senior Citizens Lunch PrimaryITO ‘Dairy Cattle Breeding’ Course Clear The Ear Microsuction Clinic PrimaryITO ‘Dealing with Dairy Effluent’ Course DHS PTSA Quiz Night Cheese Making Workshop (Gouda, Ricotta) Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session PrimaryITO ‘Dairy Level 4’ Course Biz Hub Meeting Rolleston News Advertising Deadline Cheese Making Workshop (Ricotta, Feta) Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session KRFC Black Tie Ball Malvern Community Patrol AGM Clear The Ear Microsuction Clinic Cheese Making Workshop (Camembert, Feta) PrimaryITO ‘Dealing with Dairy Effluent’ Course Cheese Making Workshop (Ricotta, Feta) DRFC - Amish Mafia Fundraiser Night PrimaryITO ‘Dairy Cattle Breeding’ Course Cheese Making Workshop (Gouda, Ricotta) Darfield Div 2 Rugby & Darfield Hotel Quiz Night Cheese Making Workshop (Camembert, Feta) Darfield Netball Club 50 Year Reunion Cheese Making Workshop (Ricotta, Feta)
Barrs Road, Sheffield Trinity Church, Darfield Kirwee Clubrooms Jackson Street, Darfield Next to CRT, Darfield McMillan Street, Darfield Wrights Road, Sheffield South Terrace, Darfield info@malvernnews.co.nz Kirwee Hall Supper Room Main Road, Darfield Dunsandel Darfield Hospital Dunsandel DHS Hall Mingary Farm, Oxford Jackson Street, Darfield Dunsandel Terrace Winebar, Darfield info@malvernnews.co.nz Mingary Farm, Oxford Jackson Street, Darfield Kirwee Community Hall Kirwee Community Hall Darfield Library Darfield Hospital Mingary Farm, Oxford Dunsandel Mingary Farm, Oxford Darfield Rugby Clubrooms Dunsandel Mingary Farm, Oxford Darfield Hotel, Sth Terrace Mingary Farm, Oxford Darfield Recreation Centre Mingary Farm, Oxford
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Friday 6th June 2014 FIREWOOD & COAL
AC & EA WAKELIN FIREWOOD SUPPLIERS Phone 03 318 1484 or 021 260 4520 (Certified truck for measurement)
FIREWOOD & COAL • Mature Pine: 3 mtrs $175 6 mtrs $340 9 mtrs $510 12 mtrs $675 15 mtrs $840 • Hardwoods available • Old man pine also available • WINZ quotes welcomed
PAINTING & DECORATING
PAINTER Rapid Response. Quality work guaranteed. Interi or /E xterio r, roofs, spraypainting, waterblasting. Phone Graeme for a free quote 318 2614. Email spotgee@xtra.co.nz
REAL ESTATE
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Darfield Resident Property Consultant June Cloudesley
0274 534 308 03 318 8311
PETS/LIVESTOCK DRY split bluegum and old man GIVEAWAY pine, 50/50 mix. $495 for 6 cubic metres, delivered. Phone FREE horse manure – refresh ALPACAS Newbrook Subdivision your garden over winter with 022 647 6783. House & Land Packages Available 3 wethered (pet) alpaca boys, Residential sections, northerly aspect, sheltered, close free to a good home. HORORATA Firewood, old man natural horse manure to get to all amenities. 643m2 – 947m2. ready for spring planting. James & Aldous are cream and pine, good supply. Buy now, Sections from $135,000. 15 Sections Now Sold! Lenox is cream & fawn. Contact Gael 0272 266 862. • 20 Crozier Drive SOLD quick delivery. Ph 318 0705 must be able to collect them KITTENS - 3 black and 1 black You • 21 Newbrook Tce Under Offer yourself. They are five years old or 027 781 1492 & lve msg. • Newbrook Tce Subdivision LOT 1 SOLD and ginger to giveway. 8 and are from a TB clear herd, PINE 3m 3, $160. Phone weeks old. Phone 318 1784. • Newbrook Tce Subdivision LOT 56 Under Offer they are healthy and strong with Complimentary appraisals providing you with 318 1155. KITTENS 2 marble tabbies to no ailments, halter trained & were the facts so you make the right choices. RK Firewood is back. Are you shorn in January 2014. Phone Jo Counsell 021 364 664 or 03 318 7072 a/h ready for winter? Available now giveaway. Flea & wormed. Viewing is welcomed. - Old Man Pine, Bluegum & Litter trained. 1 male & 1 Call Debby 021 027 78209. female. 9 weeks old. Phone Oregon. All top quality, clean MIGHTY Mix Natural Dog Food. wood. Eftpos available. Please 318 2339. phone Rini Contracting 027 N atu r al & who l esom e. 451 7300. Premium nutrition. Cost PGG Wrightson Real Estate Ltd, Real Estate Agent, REAA 2008 HOUSE TO LET effective, NZ Made. No artificial FOR SALE DARFIELD - area. 3 - 4 bedrm colours or preservatives. COLONIAL cot 1.20m long x house, log burner, $375 p.w. Frozen concentrate & biscuits. 0.75 m inside length x 0.65m No dogs, references required. Now available from your local agent. Sue Neale 347 wide, foam mattress (7cm Phone 021 115 7936. thick). High chair with rocker. DARFIELD - 4 bedrm house, 6702 or 021 207 0421, Playpen if wanted. All in close to schools and shops. mightymixorders@xtra.co.nz Darfield: “Superior Lifestyle on Clintons Road” very good condition. Phone Available mid-June. Short term A superior 2.2195 hectare lifestyle property PLANT NURSERIES tenants preferred. References 318 6500 after 6pm. sited at 1630 Clintons Road. required. Please phone MOBILITY scooter for sale, as HORORATA Nurseries - Quality new condition, $800. Phone 027 315 3523. landscape plants at wholesale 027 423 7365. prices. Specialists in farm MOTORCYCLES PEASTRAW medium bales for and dairy conversion plantings. sale. Pick up or delivered. Natives, ornamentals, hedging, Phone 0274 369 400. deciduous trees. Hardy Very appealing six yr old 257m2 award winning Benchmark WOOD shavings - untreated, locally grown stock. Friendly home, neatly nestled in a meticulously laid out section resulting clean shavings suitable for k n ow l ed g eab l e ad vi ce. in a picturesque garden and sweeping lawns. North facing to horse stables, calving sheds, Phone Dave or Wendy for hours capture the sun, the home comprising a stunning entranceway chicken houses and rabbit we are open. Please phone 03 giving you an immediate feeling of space and beauty. Living is large open plan hostess kitchen/walk in pantry/formal dining/ h u tch es. A vai l ab l e i n 318 0081 or visit our website. family area, separate formal lounge, office, glorious master 70L bags, 1m 3 b al es www.hororatanurseries.co.nz bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite. Three extra double (compressed) and bulk bedrooms and a family bathroom, internal access is derived from a double garage/laundry area. Out in the service area is delivery. Phone 03 347 7352 SCRAPMETAL HAPPER’S the vege garden and a 6x6 double roller door shed with good for more details. parking. A small paddock is in lucerne providing a small HONDA LMVD SCRAPMETAL - cash paid for all revenue for the Vendor. This property offers a spacious modern typ es o f m etal f arm home with many extras reflecting individuality of design and Specialist Farm beautifully presented. machinery, old cars etc. Bike Open to View Sunday 8th June 1 till 2pm Pl e as e p h o n e W a yn e For Sale: Offers over $850.000 Sales & Service 027 749 9736 or 03 Min Cookson 323 6610 (Licenced Dealer). Ph 03 325 4086
Residential / Lifestyle
PEA STRAW CAN DELIVER
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
$40 PHONE 027 439 9116
SCRAPMETAL
OPEN HOME THIS WEEKEND - KIRWEE
Sunday 8th June LOST & FOUND FOUND - Cat found in Kirwee. Very friendly tabby. Brown, cream, and ginger, with a ginger stripe down his nose. Ph 318 1748.
027 249 5417 03 347 9944
• 1:00pm - 1:45pm
23 School Lane
DA1597 This and our other current listings available 0800 278 583 03 317 9070
Kerin Pitkethley 0276 987 453
www.crtrealestate.co.nz
SCRAPMETAL
YOUR LOCAL SCRAPMETAL RECYCLER Anything metal collected - small to large Pans, Heaters, Whiteware, Vehicles, Silos etc
Black Sheep Scrap Licensed Dealer
03 318 0633 or 027 255 4484 Member Scrapmetal Assoc of NZ
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Friday 6th June 2014 SITUATION VACANT
SITUATION VACANT
School Bus Driver Pure Oil NZ Ltd has a newly created part-time administration/ accounts position to be filled. This role will suit an experienced office worker who would like flexibility in working hours ( it would be an ideal role for a person with school children). If you’re interested in joining the team please email your CV to nick.murney@pureoilnz.co.nz
Torlesse Travel has a vacancy for a School Bus Driver for the Kimberley Bus Run. Approx 2.5 hours per day. A Class 2 and P endorsement are needed and assistance is available to obtain these. Casual drivers also required. For further information phone 318 8118 or 027 448 0117or email: torlesse.travel@xtra.co.nz
SEWING SERVICES
SITUATION WANTED
DARFIELD Sewing Services f o r al l yo u r s ew i n g r equi r em en ts. Qu ali fi ed seamstress. Please phone 318 7244.
ARE you too busy, unwell or just haven't got the time to walk your dog? I am a responsible and reliable and would love to. Available in the Malvern & Oxford areas. Phone Sharon 021 203 7897.
SITUATION VACANT
SITUATION VACANT
15 South Tce Darfield Ph: 03 318 7924 pitlanemotorcycles@xtra.co.nz
WINTER HOURS Wed - Fri 8:30am - 3:00pm Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm Sunday 10:00am - 2:00pm Servicing all makes & models Little Rugby Lead Coach We're looking for an enthusiastic energetic out-going yet empathetic rugby coach who is willing to go that extra mile to get the best out of our pre-school kids aged 2 - 7 years of age. We are the global franchise and are expanding our current classes in Canterbury, and looking to open a Sunday morning class in Darfield. We use imaginative play as a means to teach preschool children and under 7’s rugby (based on rippa rugby) skills so a background/interest in sport is required but you also need to release your 'inner-kid'! Full training is given so no coaching experience required. Reliability and the love of sports is a must. Please email your CV and covering letter to canterburysouth@littlerugby.co.nz. For more information please check out www.littlerugby.co.nz. or call (03) 4205222
Darfield Seed Cleaning Permanent Position Available We require a full time person who is mature, physically fit and motivated to work at our seed cleaning plant. The successful applicant will have good written, verbal and communication skills, a current forklift certificate (an advantage), full training will be given. The ability to work as part of our close knit team is essential as is the ability to perform a variety of tasks as required. Please apply in writing, with CV and references attached, by Wednesday 11th June to: Darfield Seed Cleaning Co Ltd PO Box 58, Darfield 7541
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TRADES
TRADES
TRADES
TRADES
ROOF & house maintenance. All FURNITURE Restoration, repair, SELWYN Signs, Free quotes & aspects covered including strip and re-polish. Spray or advice. Contact Fred Maynard spouting, mortar, tiles, re- French polish. Pick up or 329 7371 or 027 260 7628. roofing, roof painting, moss, delivery. Phone 03 318 0047. T I L ER / W a t e r p r o o f e r . Please phone 03 318 1973 or mould & silicone sealing. 0274 211637. Email: bowentiGeneral repairs. Please phone ling@gmail.com 03 347 6702.
Advertising Deadline 1pm Tuesday
Gib Stopping Warren Burmaz All work guaranteed. Quality paint finish. Over 20 yrs experience No job too big or small
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VEHICLE FOR SALE SUZUKI SJ413 Jimney, 1985. 160,000km. No rego or WOF. Tidy running condition. Good farm vehicle. Phone 027 345 8833.
Phone 021 085 11030 or email wburmaz@hotmail.com
WANTED TO BUY
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General Home Repairs & Maintenance Gardening Services Phone: 03 3184 041 Chainsaw Operation Mobile: 021 802 100 General Engineering E: marksman.mark@live.com
- Competitive Rates - No Obligation Free Quotes -
OLDER Quad Bike wanted for o ccasion al hunting and fishing. 4WD preferred. Don't mind something that needs fixing up. Cash waiting. Contact Jonathan 021 201 6332.
House & Roof PrePre-Paint Wash Hydro Drain Cleaning Cleans most surfaces: Fences, paths, brick, block, wood, concrete & machinery
WINDOW REPAIRS
Contact Mike Richards 03 318 8380 or 021 179 0584
FOR all glass requirements phone Phil 317 9046 or 021 046 6046.
Need some help with: • • • • • •
Aerials/Dishes TV/DVR Set-up Wall Mounting Freeview/Decoders Cabling Phone Jacks
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Multi-room Systems Hook-ups Pre-wire (All Types) All Installations of TV, Freeview, Home Theatre, Hi Fi
Ph Simon 027 430 1211 / 03 317 8091 sdsh@xtra.co.nz Get me to do your ‘dishes’
Renovating? Smith & Sons are professional renovation builders who provide quality renovations from concept to completion – on time and to budget. With Smith & Sons, renovating will be an enjoyable experience, you’ll be confident of getting great value & you’ll be proud of your finished project. Gerry Thomson and the team including our own tiling guru (formerly trading as Flaxmill Builders) from Smith & Sons have been a local, family owned building business in the area since 1982 – so call them today for your next project.
Ph: 03 312 4667 or Mob: 021 972 813
TRADES PORTABLE sawmill for all your tim ber requirem ents and macrocarpa sales. Ph Graeme Knowles on 021 613 229. UPHOLSTERER - Recover lounge suites, dining chairs, squabs etc. Free quotes. Based in Weedons. Ph 03 980 4979.
Marksman Home Maintenance & Engineering Services
email: gerry.thomson@smith-sons.co.nz
Maintenance & servicing Bathroom & kitchen renovations Mains pressure hot water upgrades
Laser Plumbing Christchurch West 0800 11 22 40 chchwest@laserplumbing.co.nz We are able to accurately share travelling costs between jobs with GPS tracking
So try us first!
www.smith-sons.co.nz COMPUTER
COMPUTER
SuperComputer Sales and Service of new and used machines. Networking, Virus protection, Backup Re-loading and Restoring of Windows. Plain old fashioned Help & Assistance!
The best time to plant a tree Mark Jones was 20 years ago. The 03 318-1956 second best time is now. 027 210 4242 – Chinese Proverb 0800 427 427 www.supercomputer.co.nz
mark@supercomputer.co.nz
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Daily On Site Sales & Servicing Authorised Service Agent for Most Brands • Ovens • Washing Machines • Cooktops • Washing Machine Hire • Dryers • Dishwashers from $8 p.w.
O xf o r d Ap plia nc e s L t d MU R R A Y D A WSO N Reg. Service Technician 027 226 3898
MALVERN COMPUTERS • New Computers • Virus Removal • Laptops • Upgrades • Problem Solving • Software
Acer E1E1- 510 •
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Closed Saturdays
Jon Lawrence Ph: 03 3183 699 Mob: 027 688 9103 malcomputers@clear.net.nz
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Intel cel quad core 2.0cpu 4gig RAM 1TB HDD Windows S p e c ia l 8.1 15.6” I nc l G S T Screen
$595
Gum Leaf gutter guard has been proven on 1000’s of homes across Australia & New Zealand for the last 12 years. Quality materials: BHP Colorbond steel mesh with unique patented louvre which will even keep out pine needles. Will not rust or sag with age or load. Colour matched to your existing roof colour. 10 Year warranty for total peace of mind.
493 Bealey Rd, Aylesbury Mark Walker ♦ Ph 03 318 1529 ♦ www.walklins.co.nz Manufacturers of: Doors Windows Stairs Wall Units Kitchens Vanities also Repair Work
Call Rohan Rudd for a no obligation assessment and quote any time, any day, except Sunday
Call Danie 021 875 462 03 980 2865 / 03 344 5744
www.spouting2u.co.nz
david wilkinson registered electrician phone 03 318 1231 fax email
03 318 1235 sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz
po box 26 kirwee
Dead line 1pm Tuesday
0800 486532 or 03 9828850 www.gumleaf.co.nz
Licenced Builder
Phil Marsh Ph 318 4131 Mob 027 357 3696
we’ll be there when you need us. guaranteed. on time guaranteed or your first hour is free! conditions apply.
FISHING TRIP Phone • 25 years experience David Barnhill • Local qualified builder 027 618 2345 • All types of work or undertaken including additions, a/h 317 9144 alterations, new houses, sheds etc
A man calls home to his wife and says, "Honey I have been asked to go fishing at a big lake up in Canada with my boss and several of his friends. We'll be gone for a week. This is a good opportunity for me to get that promotion I've been wanting so would you please pack me enough clothes for a week and set out my rod and tackle box. We're leaving from the office and I will swing by the house to pick my things up. Oh! Please pack my new blue silk panamas." The wife thinks this sounds a little fishy but being a good wife she does exactly what her husband asked. The following weekend he comes home a little tired but otherwise looking good. The wife welcomes him home and asks if he caught many fish? He says, "Yes!
Mark Davis
3 North Tce, Darfield 7510 P 318 8663 F 318 8904 M 027 229 4965 E woodshack@gmail.com
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Lot's of Walleye, some Bluegill, and a few Pike. But why didn't you pack my new blue silk panamas like I asked you to do?" "I did, they're in your tackle box."