INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Local Couple Celebrate 70 Years
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Explore The Power of GPT New Opportunity For West Melton Residents News In Brief Make a Difference For Youth
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6 Tropical Comes To Darfield 6 Community Cornerstone Love Grace Handbag Appeal 7 Volunteers Wanted 7 8 Malvern Hockey Selwyn Women’s Empowerment 9 Network Uni Art Collection Tour 9 Free Film Screening: A Tale of 9 Survival Emergency Services Family Day 9 New Environment Manager 10 10 Malvern Rifle Club 13 Public Notices 13 Save The Date 1414-15 Classifieds 1515-16 Trades 16 Email Column
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Above: Darfield High School Mixed Team; Andy England (kayak), Hannah Molloy (run) and Andrew Maultsaid (bike). Below: Darfield High School Senior Team; Nika Rayward (kayak - filling in from Motueka High School), Oscar Stevenson (run) and Cam Waters (bike).
See page 11 for more Kathmandu Coast to Coast photos and comments from compe tors and their families …..
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LOCAL COUPLE CELEBRATE 70 YEARS In 1950, John Creamer travelled to Oxford to participate in a game of rugby. The game was followed with a cup of tea that was served by Miss Leith Inch. Little did they know at the time that this chance meeting would be the catalyst that would lead to them celebrating their 70-year wedding anniversary with friends and family on January 30 this year. Following the initial meeting, Leith and John's friendship grew and they became engaged in 1953. From the time they first met, John spent a lot of time travelling to the Christchurch Hospital Nurses home or to Leith’s family home in Oxford to court her. At times, Leith would catch the bus out to Darfield to see John and would stay at his sister's home. In his words, this meant there was “no scandal”. After a four-year courtship, John Robert Creamer married Leith Maynard Inch on Saturday, January 30 at 2.30pm. The wedding was held at St Andrews Anglican Church in Oxford with the Reverend Ken Robinson officiating. A reception followed at the Oxford Town Hall with approximately 80 guests present. Following their marriage, John and Leith raised three boys, Mark, Tim, and Sonny, and they now have three grandchildren and six
great grandchildren. John first moved to Darfield in 1937. After leaving school he became an apprentice butcher and ended up owning the Darfield Butchers Shop for many years. Leith spent many years working alongside the doctors at the Darfield Medical Centre as one of the local District Nurses. Together, they have travelled widely visiting places such as Russia, China and South America and followed several international All Black rugby tours. At one point, they purchased a campervan and spent time working and travelling in Australia for a year, picking fruit as they went. Upon retirement, John and Leith travelled to the United Kingdom and worked their way around there. They have been avid walkers and have traversed many of New
Cutting the cake at their celebration with family and friends. Zealand’s tracks including the Milford and Hollyford. Leith and John have also belonged to many local organisations and have contributed much to the local Darfield Community. In Mark’s words “reaching their 70th anniversary is one hell of an effort”.
Congratulations to Leith and John on such a wonderful milestone, celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary.
John and Leith on their wedding day 70 years ago.
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EXPLORE THE POWER OF GPT Kieron McPhie from New Life sectors. Coaching is presenting an • Hands-On Experience: enlightening 3-hour workshop Participate in interactive in Darfield on Friday, March sessions, experiencing the 8 for business owners, power of GPT live. pr o f es s i on a l s, an d AI • Networking Opportunities: enthusiasts. Come along and Meet and connect with likediscover how you can leverage minded professionals and the capabilities of AI and AI enthusiasts. GPT (Generative Pre-trained • Actionable Strategies: Transformer) to elevate Walk away with practical your business, streamline knowledge and strategies to operations, and stay ahead in apply AI in your business. What's Included: the competitive market. • Access to the full workshop. • A chance to participate in What You Will Learn: interactive and hands-on • Understanding AI and GPT: sessions. Grasp the fundamentals and • Opportunities for networking potential of AI in the with experts and attendees. business landscape. • Comprehensive insights into • Practical Applications: AI applications in business. See real-world examples • Follow-up resources for of how AI is transforming continued learning. businesses across various
Why Attend? • For Business Owners: Learn how AI can drive efficiency, innovation, and growth in your business. • For AI Enthusiasts: Delve into the capabilities and potential of GPT and AI technologies. • For Career Growth: Equip yourself with knowledge of the latest AI trends and how they impact the business world. For more info about Kieron visit: newlifecoachingnz.com
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NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR WEST MELTON RESIDENTS Would you like to be more involved in your community, have skills to help the community grow and want to be a part of a new venture to assist with the needs of the community? Rolleston Lions is looking at setting up a new branch of the Lions Club in West Melton. Rolleston would be the guiding club initially and would provide the necessary information as to meeting venue, membership
requirements, funding, initial political and non-religious. setting up, appointment of officers, etc. In fact, they If you are interested, contact Mike Cousins on would be sponsors and 021 778 462 or email: mentors while the Club cousinwm@gmail.com. becomes part of the worldwide Lions movement, whose motto is ‘We Serve’. It's not all hard work however as the clubs enjoy many social and fun activities as well. The Lions Club looks forward to meeting you and welcomes adults of all ages, genders, and nationalities, and are non-
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School Bike Track Update Glentunnel School is now working on stage two of its community bike track to beautify and develop the area further. This includes the installation of three picnic tables that will be concreted in shaded areas overseeing the beginner, intermediate and advanced tracks and sponsored by Natureflow Living. The Downhill Clay Track will be completed in April and paths around the outside of the tracks to walk around are being planned for and constructed in due course. A further 1,000 native plants will be planted into the area throughout the year. This term, 300 native trees, shrubs and grasses are planned, and sponsorship is needed for some or all of these plants. Glentunnel Predator Free Results Trapping over a two-and-a-half -year period (July 2021 to present) has managed to eradicate the following from Glentunnel: Possums – 178; rats – 39; hedgehogs – 39; mice – 44; stoats – 4. Th is is a remar kable achievement. The team has now built up a great arsenal of trapping gear from their sponsors and partners at Good Nature and Predator Free, and through selling 13kg of possum fur, raising $1,500 to fund further traps.
Selwyn Youth is reaching out to Darfield with an exciting opportunity. The group is looking for community members who are passionate about empowering the next generation and have skills and talents that they’re eager to share. Selwyn Youth is aiming to pull together a program to support local youth after school and needs your expertise to make it happen! Whether you're a math whiz, an artist, a musician, a chef, or a tech guru, or anything in between your skills could make a real
difference in shaping the future of our community. By volunteering your time and sharing your passions with young learners, you'll not only enrich their lives but also create lasting connections and memories. Whether you can spare an hour a week or a few hours a month, every bit counts. If you're interested in volunteering or learning more about how you can contribute, please reach out and contact Kathryn Spurdle by email: youth.council@selwyn.govt.nz
Selwyn Youth helps connect young people with their communities.
After 34 years of serving the Darfield community, Peter is calling time on his tyre career. Darfield Tyre Centre Limited is being sold to a Canterbury owned family business, and will trade as Darfield Tyres from 26 February ‘24. Apart from Peter retiring everything else will stay the same - same friendly service and the same local knowledge.
We wish to show thanks to all our loyal clients by inviting them to come along for a drink with Peter and the team on Thursday, 29 February ’24 from 6-8pm at the Grain & Grape. Please advise if you are able to attend to tyres@xtra.co.nz by 23 February ‘24
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TROPICAL COMES TO DARFIELD
Kieran Heenan kph@meareswilliams.co.nz Anita Molloy-Roberts am@meareswilliams.co.nz W: www.meareswilliams.co.nz T: (03) 374 2547 Offices located at: Lincoln - 43 Gerald Street Rolleston - 80A Rolleston Ave Christchurch - 225 Papanui Rd
Something new has just landed at Darfield Library and Service Centre! Canterbury Museum’s ‘Ancient New Zealand’ exhibition explores pre-historic North Canterbury - a place where giant penguins and birds with teeth swam in warm, tropical waters. Come along and discover how palaeontologists are piecing together the ancient past through a treasure trove of fossils found in the Waipara Gorge. 60 million years ago, the North Canterbury's Waipara River looked very different. What is now land was submerged beneath calm, warm seas. These waters and the skies above them were
home to some strange and these animals buried in the wonderful creatures, including Waipara Gorge. giant penguins and birds with Ancient New Zealand will be teeth. Over the last 30 years, on display at Darfield Library palaeontologists have been and Service Centre finding the fossilised bones of until June 4.
COMMUNITY CORNERSTONE PGG Wrightson Real Estate salesperson Sarah van Hoof has owned property and lived in Selwyn since 1992. Sarah’s commitment to uplifting community spirit is evident in her active involvement in local initiatives. From charity events to neighbourhood gatherings. She is a member of The Darfield Networkers supporting the local food bank. She is 33 years married, with two adult sons who both attended local schools and sports clubs, and she has two
little dogs. She previously owned a local cafe but says she loves to play golf, cook, crochet, and upcycle furniture. “Gardening also relaxes me, and I love growing my own food.” She might also be a ‘true one-eyed Cantab’ when it comes to supporting her favourite sports. As a part of being creative it gives her an eye for detail. She understands that a home is more than just walls; it's a haven where dreams unfold. With an innate ability to connect with people and a genuine desire to help others find their dream homes. Sarah is more than just a real estate agent; she's a friend who walks with you through the exciting journey of finding your dream home. Trust Sarah to not only sell your house but to create an experience that echoes the beauty and joyfulness that she holds dear. Your home, your dreams, and
your community – Sarah is the key to unlocking them all. Sarah's passion for our neighbourhood is contagious. Known for her genuine love for the beauty that surrounds us, she effortlessly translates that passion into her work. She understands the unique charm of each home and the dreams they hold. Sarah isn’t just about selling houses; she’s about crafting narratives around them, turning transactions into life-changing chapters for her clients. Sarah is known for her warm and approachable nature and will go above and beyond to endeavour to make your real estate journey a seamless and stress-free experience. When it comes to selling your property, talk to Sarah. Her approachable and relatable personality and in-depth knowledge of the community go hand in hand to achieve the best possible result for you.
Sarah van Hoof from PGG Wrightson Real Estate.
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LOVE GRACE HANDBAG APPEAL Grace Millane was tragically murdered while travelling in New Zealand in December 2018. Grace loved a handbag. In her name, with a legacy to end violence against women, the Love Grace Handbag Appeal came into being in the UK and
in New Zealand. Local co-ordinator Marg Trestain has been collecting bags and filling them with items for women in need for the past four years. She is a strong supporter of Women’s Refuge and also contributes monthly to Pet Refuge, a safe
Donated items to go in handbags must be new and unused.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
The Citizens Advice Bureau (C AB) i s lo okin g for volunteers. You’re not alone in thinking CAB is a taxi service, a free and independent information service. CAB Christchurch has six locations across the city and Rolleston, staffed by 100+ tremendous people who gain as much as they contribute and are rewarded by the smile on client’s faces, and have fantastic listening skills. Our volunteers also happen to be tall and short, young, ageless, mono, and multilingual. Do you feel more empathetic, patient, generous than you did before? Do you feel like grabbing a chocolate bar, a chance to make a difference to people’s lives by answering
questions about rental housing, employment issues, consumer law, immigration, neighbourhood disputes, relationships, cost of living, as well as complex, obvious and dumb things. Please note: no question is too obvious or dumb. CAB offers free confidential information and advice is delivered by volunteers throughout the country – do you want to be one of them? You will help people to understand their rights and to access services and support. You will help them with information and options so they can find a way forward. You will work as part of an amazing team and be equipped with training and resources. You will support CAB clients with information and advice on a range of issues. You might also help with other aspects of running the CAB. To find out more about volunteering, visit cab.org.nz or email manager.cabchch@gmail.com.
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haven for pets who are also affected by family violence. Marg is teaming up with the Malvern News to receive collections of handbags and useful new (unused) items to fill the handbags to give to the Women’s Refuge. Women who seek the care and protection of the Refuge often arrive with nothing but the clothes they’re wearing. Your donations can help these women to feel loved and supported again. If you have a spare handbag you would like to donate, it can be dropped off at the Malvern News office between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday by March 8. Even if you don’t have a handbag to donate, you can drop in any of the items shown to help fill the handbags. Remember, the items must be new and unused.
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MALVERN HOCKEY The 2024 National Masters residents: Hockey Tournament is held • Canterbury 35 women: Camille Keoghan, Carissa McGregor from 25 February to 2 March 2024 in Wellington. You can • Canterbury 40 women: Lisa Watson, Charlotte Hay (nee follow the draw and results on Cunningham), Rebecca Hooper www.hockeynz.altiusrt.com • Canterbury 45 women:
Last year, the Nationals was held in Tauranga and the Malvern Masters (40) women w on th eir gr a d e bu t unfortunately won’t be sending a team to defend the title this year. However, it is great to see so many of the Malvern players are still involved. Malvern Club members playing in Canterbury teams this year include: • Canterbury 35 women: Emma
Trott, Kirianna TeAmi-Kiri • Canterbury 40 women:
Lisa Marie McLean, Amy Truscott (nee Watson) • Canterbury 45 women: Anna Pethig • Canterbury 50 women: Jess Wilson • Canterbury 55 women: Jane Jenkins
Other players playing for Canterbury who live in the district or former players or
Megan Wall, Megan Wang (nee Yaxley) • Canterbury 50 women: Karlena Kelliher (nee McKay), Helen Keast (nee Richards) • Canterbury 55 women: Ann-Marie Dawson (nee Chamberlain), Sue Shearer (nee Johnston), Wendy Fizgerald. • Canterbury 65/South Canterbury women: Pip Wilson (nee Aston) • Women’s Umpire: Angela Primer (nee Woods) • Canterbury 55 men: Tim Oakley • Canterbury 65 men: Gary Walker, Robin Wilson (player/coach) • Canterbury 70 men: Richard Bluett, Richard Pettet (player/coach) • Men Umpires: Tim Oakley, David Oakley
Other ex Malvern Players: • North Harbour
35 women: Alexandra Brodie (nee Cunningham)
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SELWYN WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT NETWORK Craving connection, growth, and inspiration? Join the Selwyn Women’s Empowerment Network from 9:15am-10am on Wednesday, February 28 at Te Ara Ātea Rolleston Library for a monthly meetup of positive, empowering women who share knowledge and personal stories – from business tips
to travel tales, self-help strategies to heartfelt hobbies! Th e gr ou p’ s in c lu s iv e atmosphere and supportive vibe make the Te Ara Ātea the perfect place for well-being and empowerment. Each month, a member takes the stage, sharing their unique wisdom and experiences. Find
your tribe within our vibrant community! Make new connections and enhance your social circle. Gain inspiration, support, and empowerment from other women within the Selwyn community. Register at theempowermentproject.co.nz.
UNI ART COLLECTION TOUR An opportunity to view Lincoln University’s collection of over 300 artworks is available on Wednesday, February 28 from 1pm-2pm at Ivey Hall, Lincoln University, Lincoln. Most artworks are by renowned contemporary artists from Aotearoa New Zealand. Two of these works by Marilyn Webb are currently on display
in ‘At Home’ at Te Ara Ᾱtea Rolleston Library. Join curator Fiona Simpson on a tour of this collection, as she talks to a selection of paintings, sculptures, and pr in ts, an swer in g an y questions you may have about the artworks or collection. The tour will start outside Lincoln University Library Ivey
Hall. Free parking is available in the Orchard car park through gate three. All ages welcome.
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FREE FILM SCREENING: A TALE OF SURVIVAL On this weekend, this free screening is being shown on Saturday, February 24 from 2:15pm-3pm at Darfield Library. The film is the recount of one of history's greatest tales of survival, Sir Ernest Shackleton's 1914-1916 expedition to Antarctica. The expedition, Shackleton's third, followed the tragic death of the famous English polar explorer Robert Falcon Scott on his quest to the South Pole. Feel free to bring along a cushion or some snacks and join in watching this epic tale. The film is suitable for general audiences. Book your place at selwynlibraries.co.nz.
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Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ship, Endurance, became trapped in ice and sank, forcing him and his crew to abandon his 1914-1916 expedition to Antarctica.
EMERGENCY SERVICES FAMILY DAY More than 2,000 people recently joined Selwyn’s Emergency Services teams for a family day out at the Rolleston Community Centre. There was plenty to see and do as crews from Rolleston Fire and Emergency, Police, Community Patrol, St John and Selwyn’s Civil Defence and Emergency Response Teams turned out to demonstrate their equipment and skills in a safe, fun environment as part of the Summer in Selwyn event series. Families had the opportunity to practice their CPR skills, participate in a stretcher carry challenge, police
fingerprinting, and observe how first responders access a wrecked car. The day not only provided a firsthand look at the wide ran ge of duties our
emergency services carry out but also showcase the strong partnerships that exist within Selwyn's emergency response community.
Several emergency services were on hand to demonstrate their equipment and skills at the Selwyn Emergency Services Family Day.
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NEW ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER FOCUSES ON CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Waimakariri Irrigation Limited’s new environmental manager Ben Howden is keen to visit shareholders and learn more about their farming operations.
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The opportunity to spend more time on farm while providing a dedicated service for shareholders attracted Darfield local and new environmental manager to work for Waimakariri Irrigation Limited (WIL). Ben is the first full-time internal environmental manager to work for the cooperative and he says this demonstrates the importance WIL places on assisting shareholders to meet their environmental requirements wh ile also r espon din g to current and future environmental challenges. “Spending more time out on farm with shareholders while also considering what the future holds really appeals to
me. I am keen to get to know our shareholders and find out how I can help them to achieve their environmental goals.” Growing up on his family’s farm near Ashburton, Ben understands what it takes to operate a successful farm on a practical level. Ben sees challenges and opportunities ahead for WIL’s shareholders and is looking forward to helping them navigate options for a sustainable farming future. “Obviously we have challenges in terms of regulation and climate change, but we also have plenty of opportunities including technology and efficiency gains. The irrigation scheme also has an opportunity as a cooperative
to secure a more sustainable and reliable water supply.” Along with building strong relationships with WIL’s shareholders and familiarising himself with the irrigation sc h eme, Ben will be supporting the preparation of WIL’s discharge consent renewal during the first few months of his new role. In his free time, Ben enjoys sport and the outdoors and shares his love of nature with his young family. “I love diving, fishing, hunting and cricket. Going away camping is another activity we enjoy doing as a family. We like to be outside doing stuff whenever possible.”
MALVERN RIFLE CLUB NEWS
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On the afternoon of February counting shots per shooter at 17, the Malvern Rifle Club 300 and 600 yards. hosted the Ashburton District It was a fine and hot day with Rifle Club for the Oakes a south-westerly wind – this Challenge Shield match. First made for very challenging competed for in 1924, the conditions at 300 yards with Oakes Challenge Shield is frequent shifts in the wind's competed for by two teams – direction and strength. The the challengers and the scores show that conditions were more settled, or more holders. As holders of the Shield, the predictable at 600 yards with Malvern Rifle Club hosted the generally better scores. match. Two teams of both Congratulations to Malvern's Target Rifle and F-Class Andre du Toit, Daniel shooters contested the match. Alexander, and Ran Bao The scores of the top eight scoring maximums at 600 shooters from each team is yards as well as Malvern's Sam combined on a “points down” Kershaw and Ashburton's John from the maximum and Snowden both only three “centres up” to determine the points down for the day. winning club team, with 10 Malvern Rifle Club was the
winner on the day with a score of 66 points down and 45 centres up versus Ashburton's 81 points down and 40 centres up. Finally, shooters from both clubs, who will be traveling to the Long Range World Championship in South Africa, were farewelled as some are leaving next weekend. February 24 Club Training Day 800 and 900 yards Visitors are welcome to the range, contact details can be found on the Malvern Rifle Club Facebook page: facebook.com/ MalvernRifleClub.
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COAST TO COAST 2024 Julia Chamberlain, finishing 7th in the Elite Women’s, commented that is was a fast day amongst some fast, fast ladies, filled with various emotions. “The Coast to Coast is an incredible event. There’s a reason it’s the most iconic race in NZ. The event organisers, the volunteers and the supporters make the race what it is.” Julia expresses a huge thanks and appreciation to everyone that helped her train, her support crew and her family who dress up each year as ‘Where’s Wally’. It was the 10th time standing on the start line for Kirwee local and Captain of Team CP, Richard Greer. “I have been a part of every year bar one since 2001. It’s a big commitment to do this race because it demands a lot and it’s not something that you want to do any less than your best. So juggling my own expectations, work and family commitments is always a balancing act. “This year it was about making it to the start line and giving myself a chance of racing after getting crook 2 1/2 weeks prior. “I am so fortunate to have all the support to get to the start line, while out on course and every little bit in between. My family and the Teamcpnz community is amazing and makes a massive difference when you are in the hurt locker and starting to question whether lining up was a good idea… ” Richard finished 1st in the 2 Day Individual Veteran Male Category.
Darfield High School Principal Andy England (pictured on the front page) commented that it was a huge privilege to compete alongside his students in this amazing race. “I was happy with my race the pain was worth it! But the biggest thing for me was to see the growth in our students. I'd like to say a big thanks to their families, who were awesome support crews, to Pip Deans and Lexie Sinclair -Dockerill, and to all of our supporters along the way.” Team mates Hannah Molloy and Andrew Maultsaid also really enjoyed the challenge and the amazing atmosphere on race days.
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Rural Fields Ben Wilson also from Kirwee, competed in the 2 Day Individual Open Male Category. Ben would like to thank his support crew, family and friends. His wife Danielle Wilson commented that she definitely has a deeper appreciation for what it takes for the Coast to Coast to happen - the commitment, the grit and the determination. “It’s a seamlessly run event that you can’t help but be in absolute awe of. It’s a lot to get your head around what the people that enter go through.” The team at the Malvern News congratulates everyone that competed and looks forward to bringing you coverage of the 2025 event.
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WAIMAK GOLF Women’ Women’s Golf, Stableford Results 15 February 2024 LGU & Putting 18 Holes: Putts L Anderson 31 LGU W Mehrtens -0.5 K Bush +0.5 J Pottinger +1.5 c/b F Nimmo +1.5 9 Holes: Putts R Roy 17 LGU R Roy +0.2 NTP #4 and #8 L Anderson NTP #11 J Pottinger Longest Putt #14: J Stewart
HORORATA GOLF Results 13 February 2024 Stableford and Top Dog J. Studholme 41 I. McLaughlin 40 B. Bryant 39 J. Whitaker 37 A. Green 37 Men R. Frampton 42 M. White 35 N. Penney 35 9 holes G. Hobbs 16 P. Reynolds 16 Nearest to the pin K. Groters 2's K. Groters
RAFFLES RESULTS Darfield Cricket Club would like to thank everyone that supported their raffle and congratulation the following winners: 1st Woodhouse Family 2nd Claire Grimwood 3rd Fialupe Namuaira 4th Colin Lee 5th Barry Davidson 6th Pip Allan 7th Jacob Lye 8th Samm Dalley 9th Marisa Dawson 10th Jason Matia 11th Rick Katae 12th Pip Allan 13th Barry Harvey 14th Colin Lee 15th Hannah Mullholland 16th Tracy Gaudin-Brady
23 Feb 6pm Kirwee Netball Registration Evening Kirwee Rugby Rooms 24 Feb 10am Mt Hutt Open Day Mt Hutt Ski Field 24 Feb 9am Cut Clothing Pop Up Shop St John HQ, Bray St 25 Feb 10am Cut Clothing Pop Up Shop St John HQ, Bray St 25 Feb 12pm Clean up Day Trinity Church Carpark 26 Feb 1pm Malvern News - Editorial Deadline 26 Feb 7pm Hororata Pig and Possum Hunt AGM Hororata Primary School 27 Feb 10am Malvern News - Advertising Deadline 28 Feb 11:30-12:30 Weekly Justice of the Peace Service Desk Darfield Library 29 Feb 6pm Darfield Tyre Centre Farewell Drinks Grain and Grape 1 Mar Applications close for the Malvern Home Nursing Janice Collier Memorial Fund 1 Mar Entries Close for Malvern A & P 3 Mar 12pm SPN Children’s Day Darfield Rec Centre 9 Mar 8:30am All Day Stone Carving Class Kirwee 10 Mar 10am Childrens Stone Carving Class Kirwee 15 Mar 11am Ambrose Golf Fundraiser Hororata Golf Club 23 Mar Malvern A&P Show Sheffield 28 Mar Entries Close for Oxford A & P Show 30 Mar Oxford A&P Show Oxford 5 April 9am Darfield High School Ag Expo Darfield High School 7 April Darfield Primary School Golf Fundraiser Hororata Golf Course
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DARFIELD NETBALL CLUB
REGISTRATIONS OPEN All registrations for the 2024 season to be made online at
www.sporty.co.nz/darfieldnetball Taking registrations for: • Senior mid-week (TBC) • Social players (Starting 4 May) • Year 5+ including high school players (Starting 4 May) • futureFERNS Years 1 - 4 (Mondays during Term 2)
Phone Victoria 027 208 0581 Email: darfieldnetballclub@gmail.com
Applications are now being accepted for this annual memorial fund of up to $3,000. Applicants need to be studying in health or a health related field and are, or have recently been, a resident of the Malvern area.
Applications close 1st March 2024 Please phone Kathy 03 318 8221.
LINE DANCING AT DARFIELD Dancing to a variety of music, exercise, socialising, and travel all in one package. No need for a partner. Suitable for young & old, men & women Darfield Recreation Centre Wednesday’s 6 - 8.30pm. Bring a friend & start now - first timers please contact first Instructor Jenny Brookes 0274 452 285 Jennybrookes76@gmail.com
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ARE you wasting your valuable time trying to keep up with accounts? Call us now for hassle-free accounting, tax and business advice - right on your doorstep. Sterling Accountants @ Malvern Business Hub, AnnMaree 021 215 0981.
FIREWOOD & COAL
AUTOMOTIVE
HORORATA Firewood. Bone dry old man pine. Free delivery. 4, 6 & 8mtr loads. Phone 027 781 1492.
DARFIELD Automotive, service & warrant centre. 3D wheel aligner. 7:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday. Your onestop auto shop! Please phone 03 318 8113.
R K FIREWOOD Supplying wood for this Season!
CHIMNEY CLEANING
Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.
CARRS Chimney Cleaning. Servicing the Selwyn district. $80 per chimney. Please ph Rodney on 03 324 2999 and leave a message. CHIM Chim. We'll sweep your log-burners flue, check the firebricks, baffles, air-tubes and controls. We're experts on coal-ranges, also sweeping any sized open fire. We quote and undertake repairs, flue extensions and install bird netting. Please phone us on 021 939 113.
TRY THE HOT MIX! EJpos available. All top quality, clean wood.
Ph Rini 027 451 7300
CHURCH NOTICES
CHURCH NOTICES
Darfield Life Church
SUNDAY 25TH FEB 2024 At 10:30am Steve & Patience Pona Ph: 022 642 5805 17 North Terrace, Darfield
COUNSELLING INSPIRE Counselling Practice. Offering individual and relationship counselling, p erso n a l d ev el o p men t, creative inspiration. To make an appointment phone Michelle Bland - 020 4115 4184. PROFESSIONAL, PROFESSIONAL confidential service. Allow yourself to seek support, talk about your challenges & discover a way forward. FREE 1/2 hour consult to discuss your needs. Other services also available: Reiki healing & massage. Lisa Mills, Qualified Creative Therapist. Please phone 027 814 0785 or visit www.goldentouch.co.nz
DOG GROOMING
LOCKSMITH
SERVICES 10:30am every Sunday. Darfield Baptist Church 15 Greendale Rd, Darfield 9am, on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of every month. Glenroy Hall Windwhistle Rd, Glenroy
FOR SALE
BIRCHFIELD Firewood Dry, shed stored, naBve wood and kindling.
MORTGAGE BROKER ARE you in need of a refinance, first home loan, buying a new home, investment property or a property development? I deal with all the lenders, and I can get you the best deal to suit you. I have 30+ years of lending experience, and I am local. I can come to you. Alan Lover Loan Market 027 2516644. I bring the banks to you.
PAINTING/DECORATING UDI Painting & Decorating. For all painting & decorating services! Fully qualified. Interior & exterior painting & plastering. Wallpapering & roof painting. Quality Services. Free quotes. Please Ph. Udi Aale 021074 2075.
Free delivery to Darfield township for orders over 3 cube.
Coal 20kg bags or 500kg bulk bags.
Landscape Supplies Phone 03 975 4502 417 Creyke Rd, Darfield.
‘For all your decorating needs’
Micky Conway Painter & Decorator Darfield Based Will cover all areas Contact Micky on
021 125 1613 conwaydecor@hotmail.com
PAINTING/DECORATING
FULLY INSURED
OFFICE TO RENT
OFFICE TO RENT
FOR SALE
Suffolk Cross Ram • • •
Proven producer. Excellent temperament. Ideally suited for lifestyle property. Please phone: 021 149 8108 HEGDE TRIMMING
HEGDE TRIMMING
Office for rent in Darfield Located in an existing rural business in Bray Street. Your office is exclusive to you,, small room size suitable as a single office. Rent could be on daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Includes access to Fibre Broadband, boardroom, kitchen, bathroom with shower and off-street parking.
Call Jackie on 027 568 1855
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Friday 23rd February 2024 PLUMBER WANTED
SITUATION VACANT
LOCAL plumber wanted for small alteration job in Hororata. Please call 022 643 6617.
DUNSANDEL STOP SHOP IS HIRING!!
ROOF MAINTENANCE
We need a new grill cook for 35 hrs per week Email CVs to: dunsandelstopshop@gmail.com
MOSS control, silicone seal (waterproofing), spouting SITUATION WANTED clean & repairs, bird proofing, spider & fly control. Roof leak E XP ERI ENC ED stoc kman looking for work. Tractor repairs (incl Butynol) all roof driving experience. GST & spouting types incl 2 storey registered. Please phone work! Call Arthurs Roof & 022 574 7805. Property Services, 6 days. 03 347 2635 or 027 584 7980. STORAGE ROOF & house maintenance. All aspects covered including Secure & Affordable Short spouting, mortar, tiles, reTerm Storage in Darfield. roofing, roof painting, moss, 20 ft container, wind and mould & silicone sealing. water-proof, rodent-free and General repairs. Please phone secure. Access when you 03 347 6702 or 021 030 require on our site. 2835.
WANTED TO RENT
SOMEWHERE FOREVER
P: Russell 0223508359 E: russell.t.blackney@gmail.com
WINDOW CLEANING
Phone 027 231 1766
COUNTRY TOUCH
WINDOW CLEANING
WANTED TO BUY SINGLE lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Internet, Sky TV. $180pw. Please DEAD cars - we buy dead cars, end of life cars, scrap cars, phone 027 479 1431 or old farm vehicles. Cash paid. 318 3660. WANTED! Amalgamated Scrap Ltd. Buying cars & farm machinery. Specialising in farm clean-ups. Best prices Rod McQuoid - buyer. Please phone either 027 695 0480 or alternatively 0800 030 712.
Please phone 027 484 8121. MOTORCYCLES Japanese only, 1960-1980’s. Up to 500cc. For restorations and parts. Rusty/derelict/broken anything considered. Phone 022 643 6617. TOOLS wanted - mechanics, engineering, wood working etc. Garage, shed, barn clearances, deceased estates etc. Please phone Rob on 03 342 5885.
Friendly, reliable experienced. Darfield & Surrounding areas. Ph: 027 316 9968 West Melton area Ph: 021 025 19197
WINDOW TINTING
TINTTINT-A-WINDOW Solar Protective films. Fade UV block. Heat Glare control. Privacy. Safety/Security. Frosted films. Free online quotes. Ph 0800 368 468. info@tintawindow.co.nz www.tintawindow.co.nz
WINDOW REPAIRS
SHEEP SHEARING
SHEARING • Drenching • Foot Trimming • Crutching • General Animal Welfare Advice. Call Shaun Adams for a quote on
021 204 1274 TRADES CARPENTER available for all renovations and repairs. Phone Grant 021 167 1718 anytime.
TRADES
All major brands Contact Nigel now for your no obligation free quote
P: 021 387 750 E: nigel@malvernair.co.nz
All aspects of concreting & all types of finishing
Locally owned and operated
03 318 3003
Heat pump supply, installation, servicing & maintenance
WINDOW REPAIRS
Retrofit Double glazing Frameless showers Repairs Mirrors Splashbacks Pet doors and more
MOBILE SHEEP
TRADES
Dexi (my pooch) and I have been living in Whitecliffs for 7 years. We are looking for somewhere permanent to call home in the Malvern Hills/neighbouring districts. I don’t need anything flash but it must be private, independent, self-contained with the ability to connect to the internet or a section or similar with electricity and water access where I could perhaps insert a prefabricated cottage.
ROOM TO RENT
SCRAP METAL
TRADES
www.hunterglass.co.nz TRADES
DECORATIVE STAMPED COLOURED EXPOSED Dale Mayberry Ph: 021 222 2833
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Friday 23rd February 2024 Darfield based with over 43 years of local knowledge and experience
Daily On Site Sales & Servicing Authorised Service Agent for Most Brands since 1996! • Ovens Machines • Cooktops • Dryers • Washing Machine • Dishwashers Hire from $8 p.w. • Washing
• Septic Tank Cleaning • Jetting Unit for Blocked Drains • Camera Investigations • Port-a-loo Hire
Reg. Service Technician
TRADES
Qualified Certifying Plumber & Gasfitter
KITCHENS - new or renovate existing with new doors and bench tops, wardrobes, laundries, vanities made to size. Built-in bookcases and wall units, melamine or timber desks, buffets, tables or any furniture. Great prices and advice. Please phone Lex 027 439 3926 or 349 0150. UPHOLSTERER - Recover lounge suites, dining chairs, squabs etc. Free quotes. Based in Weedons. Please phone 03 980 4979.
david wilkinson • Certifying Gasfitters • Certifying Plumbers • Heat Pumps • Log Burners • Solar • Electrical Service Technician New Builds • System Design • Vehicles
registered electrician phone 03 318 1231 fax email
03 318 1235 sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz
PO Box 26 kirwee
Visit: www.selwyngasfitters.co.nz for a full list of services
we’ll be there when you need us. guaranteed.
Phone 03 420 1020 • 021 732 331
on time guaranteed or your first hour is free! conditions apply.
• 25 years experience Phone David Barnhill • Local qualified builder 027 618 2345 • All types of work undertaken including or a/h 317 9144 additions, alterations, new houses,
Maintenance Renovations & new builds Pump servicing and installation Water filter installation Water pump hire Supply and installation of septic tank systems • Gas and wood fire installation • IQP in backflow prevention • Teatsprayer servicing • • • • • •
0800 752 400
plainspgd@gmail.com
DARFIELD BASED
A stranded motorist knocked on the door of an inn named “George and the Dragon.” “Could you spare a poor stranded motorist a bite to eat?” he asked the woman who answered the door. “No!” she screamed, slamming the door. A few seconds later he knocked again. The same woman answered the door. “Could I please have a bite to eat?” he asked again.
“Get out, you good-for-nothing!” shouted the woman. “And don’t you ever come back!” AJer a few minutes there's another knock at the door. The woman comes to the door. “Pardon,” said the motorist, “but could I have a few words with George this me?”