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Inside this issue: Up Up ‘n Away

New UC Chancellor

World Para Swimming Trip

Methven Scarecrow Trail

Mortgage & Insurance Advice

Rolleston Men’s Shed

Solar Power

Stems From Home

Police Report

Selwyn MP Update

Nine Child Friendly Walks

Water Reforms

Fantastic Opportunities

West Melton Bowls

Public Notices

Classiﬁeds

Trades

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ISSUE 197 Wednesday 6th April 2022

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It was my privilege to be offered the opportunity to walk part of the way with Temel Atacocugu on his walk for peace on March 15th. Temel was shot nine times during the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks. Exactly three years to the hour, Temel returned to the same spot at the Al Noor mosque marking the end of a gruelling 360km walk from Dunedin. His walk traced the route of the attacker from Dunedin to Christchurch, with

the aim of reclaiming the gunman’s route in the name of peace. The ﬁnal leg of the walk started in Rolleston, where I linked up with Temel and his support team at 7am to start the 25km route via Templeton, Hornby and Riccarton to Deans Ave. Over the six hours of walking, I had plenty of time to talk with Temel and understand a little more about his motivations. He was keen to use his experience to inﬂuence good in New

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UP UP ‘n AWAY Rolleston, we have lift off! Ray Thomas of A1 Shuttle was pleased to hear of the announcement for the resumption of Trans-Tasman travel from April 13th and International travel from May 2nd, as many kiwis both here and away have been ‘chomping at the bit’ to take a break or reunite with family and friends. Especially grandparents who will cherish the meeting (for some) of new family arrivals and others to see how their grandchildren have grown in the years since they last saw them. Ray was born in Blenheim but has been living locally since 2007, Ray has spent over 45

years in the travel industry as a Consultant/Manager/Owner and Operator and he has also won many awards in these roles. A1 Shuttle is offering FREE Airport transfers for school children during the April school holidays. This offer applies to both international and domestic ﬂights, trains at Addington, or Events in Christchurch as well. Should you have a big family or extra luggage (belated birthday / Christmas prezzies), ‘not a problem’, as Ray has a ten seater Shuttle and isn’t concerned if the transfer is either early morning or late at night (he sleeps with one eye open on the clock!) He also has two booster seats that will assist in transporting

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NEW UC CHANCELLOR Former MP Amy Adams has been appointed the new chancellor of the University of Canterbury (UC). Amy is a former UC student, having graduated with a Bachelor of Laws degree with First Class Honours. Her legal career included becoming a partner at the Christchurch law firm Mortlock McCormack, and in November 2008 she was elected as MP for Selwyn. Amy commented, “it was a privilege to serve the Canterbury community.” “I feel humbled to be appointed to a role where I can use my experience to support students and staff in strengthening our place as a globally recognised, comprehensive, research-intensive university, delivering world-class education,” Amy concluded.

Amy replaces Sue McCormack who had held the role since 2019. As chancellor, Amy will sit on UC’s council and committees. Vice-chancellor Professor Cheryl de la Rey said, “she was delighted to see the role filled by someone who is obviously committed to the local community.” “I look forward to working alongside Amy as we guide the University in fulfilling its strategic vision, especially as we rapidly approach the 150th anniversary celebrations of the University of Canterbury in 2023,” Cheryl concluded. Professor Te Maire Tau, Pou Whakarae of the Ngāi Tahu Centre at the University of Canterbury, congratulated Adams on her new appointment.

“We hope she will strengthen our efforts as we continue to work together to advance academic excellence for all our students,” commented Te Maire Tau. Amy held several positions during her time in parliament, including Canterbury Earthquake Recovery associate minister for almost three years. She hit the headlines in May 2020 when then-National leader Todd Muller named her number three in the party rankings and gave her the Covid-19 recovery shadow portfolio role. She retired from politics in October 2020. Shayne Te Aika has been named UC’s new pro-chancellor, in a term that begins immediately. “I will continue to express the desires of iwi and hapū, as well as my own ideas, toward guiding Te Kaunihera o Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha (University of Canterbury) to make sound decisions toward the learning and educational pursuits of Māori students, while embracing the ambitions of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu,” Shayne said.

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WORLD PARA SWIMMING TRIP Swimming New Zealand is proud to have their ﬁrst international para-swimming team travelling to compete in the World Para Swimming Indianapolis Series event. Classiﬁcation for the team will have taken place between April 4th - 6th, with the official Series event taking place from April 7th - 9th. The team is headlined by Tupou

Neiufi, Gold Medallist S8 100 BK from the Tokyo Games. With three other internationally classified athletes Ella Benn (Selwyn), Ieuan Edwards (Selwyn) and Nia Wallace (Coast). This group of athletes are to have their international classification reviewed ahead of the 2022 World Championships

and Commonwealth Games. Completing a strong team lineup, is three ﬁrst time international athletes (Josh Willmer, Lili-Fox Mason and Gaby Smith) who will gain their international classiﬁcation and gain valuable experience as they continue their growth towards further international competition.

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METHVEN SCARECROW TRAIL Fantastic school holiday event There are sponsored prizes for some great ideas for their the most correct entries, as well creations. The scarecrow makers in Methven. The Methven Scarecrow Trail is a hugely popular and fun family event run in the April school holidays (April 16th - May 1st), suitable for all ages. Being a small group outdoor event it can run safely even during Covid restrictions. Every year, members of the Methven community build scarecrows to a particular theme and these scarecrows, usually around forty, are scattered around the town for families to ﬁnd and try to identify the name of the character represented by the different characters. Families or small groups purchase a Trail Map/Entry form from the Methven iHub Information Centre, with proceeds from the sale of the maps going to a local charity. The Trail Maps are only $10 for the group, cash only. The organisers recommend one map per 3-4 people, but some families like to buy one each to increase their odds of winning a prize!

as for the most popular scarecrows. The Trail is designed to be an activity that can be done easily by walking the route, with a well -timed stop for lunch, within a day, but some groups prefer to spread it over several days if they can. The organisers love seeing groups of children of all ages, often with parents and/or grandparents for added input, out walking with their maps trying to guess the correct identities of the scarecrows. The scarecrows are all located within the town boundaries for safe walking but some young children ﬁnd the distances a bit long unless they use bikes or scooters. Some groups like to walk the route in the central village and then use the car to ﬁnd the more remote scarecrows if the small children (or adults) are tired. The theme this year is ‘Characters from Children’s Television Shows’, and the talented scarecrow makers have

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range from the talented and artistic, to the enthusiastic and willing which include business owners, families and school or preschool children. While in Methven for the Trail there are some other great activities to do also, the new Opuke Hot Pools are worth a visit, the Enchanted Forest Walk (to ﬁnd where the fairies live) and the Piwakawaka Walk (to ﬁnd fantails) are all great activities for the holidays. So, mark the dates in your calendar and head to Methven for the Scarecrow Trail.

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ROLLESTON MEN’S SHED Finding a PosiƟve Mindset in Face of Uncertainty! It has become increasingly diﬃcult to get through a day without feeling a li le nega ve in these crazy mes. Now, more than ever, you need to take some control over the things you can change and let go of the things you can’t. If you have a mortgage coming up for renewal in the next six months and are feeling anxious about what the rates will be, it may be worth reques ng a break cost so that you can refix now. If you have a mountain of personal debt with loans, credit cards, etc, look into a debt consolida on loan, and you may find you can get rid of the lot at a reduced monthly payment. Look at your power and phone providers and call around to check if you can save by switching, because all the li le things add up. Just like housework and gardening, you will feel so much more posi ve when you are on top of it!

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The Rolleston Men’s Shed attendance has been down lately as members wait as Covid passes through the community, and some also needed to self-isolate. The Shed recently received bikes and scooters from the Police to refurbish and give to schools or other riders that would really appreciate it. One of the scooters had a name on it, and we put our ‘detective’ on the job. Despite the name not being spelt correctly, the original owner has been located and now has her scooter back. The correct name and phone number have since been engraved on the scooter. The Shed has in previous years, engraved names and phone numbers on bikes and scooters for Clearview School pupils and this service is still available to any bike or scooter owners. Another garden shed is being assembled and a range of woodwork projects, including cupboards, chairs and tables, continue to be worked on. Computers have been offered to Sheds around New Zealand and the Rolleston Men’s Shed, having done numerous installations, has the job of installing systems and

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and illnesses and more individualised routines able to be followed for each child. Stems is owned in Selwyn by local Emma McAlister, who is a New Zealand trained teacher and local mum to two young daughters. Both girls have thrived being cared for in local Stems Educator’s homes in Selwyn. Emma also spent years as a home based Educator herself and said, “it was the best role I ever had! I always laughed so much, was able to get out and about to explore the community with the little ones as well as provide really authentic playbased learning experiences, while earning an income to support my own family, from

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POLICE REPORT We have recently seen an • Close all windows, including increase in thefts from vehicles, sunroofs. some of which have been • Park in well-lit areas if reported to the Police and others possible, or near a sensor light we have heard about through on your property. social media channels. Vehicles • Try not to leave valuables in are often targets of crime, your car. Thieves will break in especially older model vehicles for something as small as without alarms or immobilisers. loose change. Thieves search for cash, credit • If you have to leave valuables cards, sunglasses, satellite in your car, make sure they are navigation systems, mobile out of sight, but remember phones, laptops, handbags, hiding them is not as safe as stereo systems, sports removing them. equipment, clothing and any • Don’t leave documents with other valuable property left in a personal information or keys vehicle. to your house, business, boat, They use a range of techniques, etc, in your vehicle. but most offending is • Consider installing an alarm to opportunistic. This means there provide extra security. are things you can do to Omicron is still spreading in our minimise their opportunities. • Always lock your vehicle and take the keys with you.

schools, workplaces and homes, but we are lucky to live in such a supportive and caring community. If you know someone who is isolating or if you are isolating yourself, please reach out. Help is available if you need it. You can also call the Covid Welfare Line on 0800 512 337. We’d like to remind people to only call 111 in the case of an emergency. It’s really important to keep 111 free for emergencies. 111 is not for calling about Covid-19 breaches. Senior Sergeant, Anna Lloyd, Rural Area Manager Prevention.

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SELWYN MP UPDATE What a welcome relief the recent news of a lift in restrictions has brought. There’s even, dare I say it, a faint whiff of optimism in the air, a return to normal is almost within reach! By the time you read this, vaccine passes and scanning requirements will be abolished, outdoor gathering limits will be scrapped and some vaccine mandates will be phased out. The Government has finally caught up with reality, which is that Omicron has changed the game and the tools that worked against Delta are now putting unjustified limits on people’s lives. There is very little point in vaccine passes anymore, and it’s good they’re finally being abolished. In my view, the Government should also signal a timeline for abolishing the remaining mandates. Kiwis have done the right thing, here in Selwyn, 95 percent of us are double vaccinated and over 75 percent of us are boosted, and after two tough years, it’s time to get back to normality and start thinking positively about the future. Perhaps the most positive thing to look forward to is the reopening of the border. Our

migrant communities will be able to reunite with family, many will be able to get residency after being stuck in a visa limbo for so long, businesses across Canterbury will be able to bring in the critically important staff that they have been starved of, and working holiday-makers will return. We think the Government needs to pull out all the stops to make NZ an attractive destination for those working holiday-makers, given our massive labour shortages. Global competition for these workers is intense. Australia is spending millions on aggressive marketing to attract these workers to their shores, while also offering a raft of other incentives like a visa application fee refund, unrestricted work rights and supplementary visas. If more isn’t urgently done here to attract these workers, our tourism/hospitality businesses will continue to struggle, the fruit won’t get picked, grapes won’t get harvested and shelves won’t get stacked. We think that, at a minimum, we must at least match what Australia is offering, as well as extending our current age category from 30 – 35, and allowing any current Working

Holiday Visa holder to be granted two more extensions to that visa. Until offshore workers start to trickle back in though, I think it timely to give a huge and heartfelt thank you to all those who’ve had their shoulder to the wheel, keeping this place going these past two years. Selwyn is an incredibly resourceful district, well-serviced by an expansive network of community-minded folk who’ve looked out for those in need of a hand during these tough times. So, whether you are an employer, teacher, nurse, doctor, aged-care worker, cook, cleaner, tradie, vet or a farmer, whatever your line of work, it’s been folk like you who’ve helped our district come through this thing in better shape than most. Thank you. Nicola Grigg, MP for Selwyn.

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kids up. Walk length: 60-70 minutes return. ♦ Riccarton Bush, Christchurch Good for: stroller-friendly walk, toddlers up. Walk length: 10-20 minutes. ♦ Mt Sunday, Ashburton Lakes Good for: adventurous preschoolers / primary school kids up. Walk length: 60-80 minutes. ♦ The Groynes, Christchurch Good for: strollers, primary school-aged kids and above (preschoolers would be great on bikes here). Walk length: 12 hours depending on how fast they are at ﬁnding the clues. ♦ Woolshed Creek, Mt Somers Good for: beginners on their ﬁrst overnight jaunt and adventurous preschoolers who are used to walking longer distances. Walk length: Around 3 hours each way. For further details visit: www.christchurchnz.com/ explore/seasonal-guides/ summer/canterbury-walkswith-kids

WATER REFORMS Selwyn District Council has reaffirmed it will continue to advocate for quality water services and better outcomes for Selwyn residents, as the Government pushes ahead with their proposed three waters reforms. At its meeting last week the Council conﬁrmed its determination to advocate as an independent voice for the interests of Selwyn residents and to push for changes to the reforms that better meet local needs. The Council continues to oppose the direction of the proposed Government reforms and is concerned about their impact on water services for Selwyn residents. “We accept there needs to be change, however, we don’t agree that the current three waters proposal is the best or only way forward,” commented Mayor Sam Broughton. “The Government has done a poor job at communicating the need for change in Selwyn, and we publicly expressed our disapproval to them last year.

“We are disappointed at the Government’s disregard for councils and local communities in the way it has run this process so far. We are also frustrated by the poor response over key questions we have raised with Government about the reforms. “We will continue to be a strong and independent voice speaking out for Selwyn people, to make sure they get the best outcome from these reforms. The Council’s focus will be on ensuring its concerns are addressed and on shaping the outcome of the reforms so that the district continues to receive excellent water services. The Council also committed to working constructively with mana whenua to ensure the best possible outcomes for Selwyn. They will be reviewing the recommendations of the Working Group on Representation, Governance and Accountability of New Water Services Entities and continuing to seek important information that has not yet been answered, to further shape its work. “Water is the most important

asset for the district and communities need to be able to have a say in the way their services are delivered that takes account of the unique nature of their water supplies. “In Selwyn, we have over 30 water supplies each with unique challenges. We have invested heavily in water infrastructure and overall we have an excellent service. “This means when we have individual challenges, such as the complex ones we face at the moment in Springﬁeld, we can work directly with local residents, using our local knowledge, and we are directly accountable to see through the long-term work that is required to address those issues. “We need to see accountability in the reforms that ensure that Selwyn residents don’t lose that local voice and assurances that our people will see their needs met. That is what we will be working for - for Selwyn residents to get a service that continues to deliver for all of us,” Sam concluded.

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FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITIES Outward Bound has scholarships available for two new 8 day courses for youth with a physical disability. ♦ Youth Activate is an 8 day course for physically disabled youth aged 16-18 years. The

course is suitable for teens who are independent, able to communicate clearly and who can travel and attend without a carer. The next course is scheduled for May 10th-17th, 2022. Applications close on Thursday, April 14th, 2022 but will be filled on a first in-first served basis. ♦ Leaps and Bounds Activate is a course for physically disabled youth aged 13-16 years and their parent or caregiver. The next course is October 10th17th, 2022. Applications close on Friday, September 9th,

2022 but will be filled on a first in-first served basis. Both courses are proudly supported by the Lindsay Foundation and are fully funded excluding transport and medical costs. They are an amazing opportunity for young people to challenge themselves physically and mentally and discover their potential in the outdoors. For more information please contact Adapted Course Partner Leonie King lking@outwardbound.co.nz or call 0800 OUTWARD.

WEST MELTON BOWLS Autumn has arrived, and it has brought with it the beginning of the end of the bowling season, and although there has been more rain than usual this summer, it hasn’t disrupted the bowling calendar too much. The Centre 8’s Competition that was played on Saturday mornings has just concluded on March 26th. Apart from the Finals of the Malvern Fives, the Malvern Championship Competitions have been completed, but West Melton players this year have not had much luck winning a trophy. Bob Burnett came close when he was runner-up to Bob Shorter from Darﬁeld, (formally West Melton) in the Malvern Men’s Singles. Ali Gardiner was also runner-up in the Malvern Women’s Singles. Mary Burke and Ali Gardiner achieved third place in the Malvern Women’s Pairs at Kirwee. The Club Championship winners

included Bob Burnett, who won the Men’s Open Championship Singles, Peter Thompson the Men’s Under Fives Championship, Mike Leigh and Alastair Wilson the Men’s Club Championship Pairs and in the Women’s Open Pairs Championship Vonnie Clark and Jude Morgan prevailed. Congratulations to all of these players. On March 19th, Kirwee Bowling Club challenged West Melton for the Go Between Cup, which is played annually and was donated by Jim Le Compte in 1981. West Melton once again retained the Cup by defeating Kirwee eight games to four. The ﬁnal night of Social Bowls was held on March 16th. Congratulations to the Crackerjacks (Sean Archer, John Wilkinson, Reon Goodwillie and Michael Bickley) who played consistently over the six weeks of competition to take

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home the winning prize. A big thank you to the local community for supporting this tournament, especially this year with the disruption that Covid has caused. This year’s Competition was very kindly sponsored by Two Fat Possums and was very much appreciated by both the players and the Club. The Harcourts Rolleston sponsored Super Pairs Competition, played at the Club on Saturday afternoons, concluded on Saturday, March 12th. Congratulations to Barbara Herrick, Kevin Harris and Delwyn McConnochie who, after ten rounds, were declared the winning team. The Slipper Trophy, donated to the Club by David and Ana Gooch, was contested on Wednesday, March 9th. The format was target bowls, and the winners were Dennis Herrick and Jeff Mugford. Peter Bickley, West Melton Bowling Club.

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TOYOTA Corolla 2011, 1.5 S/W 5 door, manual 5 speed. 56000K’s, 3 owners, $8,500. Very tidy condition. White, mag wheel, registration 29/10/22, WOF 26/11/22. Phone 021 227 3998, Darfield.

Personal & Business Tax Returns, Business Compliance, GST & FBT Returns, Monthly Accounting, Annual Financial Accounting, PAYE/Payroll

IRD Approved Tax Agent

Ph: 021 589 199 E: jocelyn@jmAccounting.co.nz

CARPET

SELWYN CARPET BINDING & STITCHING Open: Mon - Thur, 9am - 2:30pm

2 VILLA MEWS, ROLLESTON

021 254 4465 CATTERY

CATS on Courtenay Boutique Boarding Cattery!

• Purpose built, nestled

in a tranquil, rural setting. • Close proximity to all main centres.

Phone: 027 433 3564

www.catsoncourtenay.nz Check us out on Facebook! ‘CATS ON COURTENAY’

CHIMNEY CLEANING

Cullen Earthworks Limited has a position available for an Assistant Manager to work with owner. We see this as being a part time position initially but it does have the potential to grow. Must have construction experience. ‘For all your decorating needs’

Micky Conway

Painter & Decorator Selwyn Based Will cover all areas Contact Micky on

021 125 1613

conwaydecor@hotmail.com

Must be motivated, diligent, a good communicator and have skills in: • Sales and Marketing • Health and Safety • Dealing with clients, quoting, tendering etc. • Day to day organising of staff, projects and work

Renumeration based on experience

CHIM Chim. We'll sweep your log FULLY INSURED Please email references and CV to: -burners flue, check the info@cullenearthworks.co.nz firebricks, baffles, air-tubes ROOF MAINTENANCE and controls. We're experts on coal-ranges, also sweeping ROOF & house maintenance. WANTED All aspects covered any sized open fire. We quote including spouting, mortar, and undertake repairs, flue tiles, re-roofing, roof painting, AMMUNITION and reloading extensions and install bird moss, mould & silicone e q u i p m e n t . P o w d e r netting. 021 939 113 sealing. General repairs. projectiles, presses etc. Any calibre rifle / shotgun. Members NZHHA. Please phone 03 347 6702. Anything hunting related. WINDOW TINTING ROOF & property services. 2 DRIVEWAYS storey work! Roof leak repairs Cash buyer. Contact Rob TINT-A-WINDOW Solar Protective 03 342 5885. LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards (incl Butynol), moss control, films. Fade UV block. Heat TOOLS wanted - mechanics, silicone seal, spouting clean & Glare control. Privacy. Safety/ and dairy lanes our speciality. engineering, wood working Security. Frosted films. Free Screened rotten-rock, it’s local repairs, spider & fly control, etc. Garage, shed, barn online quotes. Email: and lasts better. Springfield bird proofing, roof painting. clearances, deceased estates All roof & spouting types. info@tintawindow.co.nz Quarry phone 318 4132. Call Arthur’s, 7 days, etc. Call phone Rob 03 342 www.tintawindow.co.nz Phone 0800 368 468. 03 347 2635, 027 484 7980 5885. FIREWOOD & COAL or 027 584 7980. WINDOW REPAIRS WINDOW REPAIRS WANTED TO RENT R K FIREWOOD Supplying wood for

this Winter! Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

WANTED TO RENT

Phone Rini 027 451 7300

Responsible, reliable, professional looking for house/farm cottage to rent with grazing for a horse. If you can help, please call or message 027 511 1871.

PAINTING & DECORATING

TRY THE HOT MIX! E pos available. All top quality, clean wood.

TRADES

Udi Painting & Decorating For all Painting and Decorating services! Interior & Exterior Painting & Plastering Fully Qualified  Wallpapering Roof Painting  Quality Services Free Quotes.

Contact Udi Aale 021 074 2075

Quality Local Builders You Can Count On! 027 933 5819 damian@metricbuild.nz

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• Certifying Gasfitters • Certifying Plumbers • Heat Pumps • Log Burners • Solar • Electrical Service Technician New Builds • System Design • Vehicles

Visit: www.selwyngasfitters.co.nz for a full list of services

Phone 03 420 1020 • 021 732 331

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UPHOLSTERER Recover: Lounge Suites Dining Chairs Squabs etc Free Quotes Based in Weedons Phone: 03 980 4979

For all your Plumbing Requirements in Canterbury! • New Housing • Spouting • Roof Repairs • House Alterations • Hot Water Cylinders • Installing Solar Hot Water

• ResidenƟal • Commercial • Heat Pump

027 357 9401

STEVE TE HAARA MOBILE: 027 243 6974

kurtbenseman@gmail.com Kurt Benseman - Registered Electrician

EMAIL: sleightplumbing@gmail.com

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Wednesday 4th May DEADLINE:

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Wednesday 27th April 2022

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