Malvern News - Friday 3rd December 2021

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Summer in Selwyn

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Christmas Creative & Farmers Market

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Malvern Community Patrol

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Anytime Towing NZ

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U19 Player of the Year

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Valued Donation To Sheffield Fire Brigade

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Rolleston Repair Café

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Courtenay A & P Show cont…

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Motoring With Macca

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Greendale Cake Auction

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SDC Response to Three Waters 10 Te Ara Ātea Opened

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Christmas Craft Roadshow

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Malvern Community Board

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Public Notices

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Save The Date

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Saving Selwyn River

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Classifieds

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Trades

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Email Column

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The Courtenay A & P Show looked very different this year.

It had to be run over three days, with Dog Trials competing on Friday, November 19th, Equestrian and Gift Lamb Competition on Saturday, November 20th and Equestrian again on Sunday, November 21st. Even though it was very quiet compared with a usual show day, it wasn't without its dramas! Horse convenor, Jocelyn Thrower, Thrower broke her foot two days before the show and on Sunday morning a judge rang to say he was sick so it was a frantic ring round to find a replacement. Despite all this, the feedback from competitors was positive and we were able to trial having live horse results on our website.

Our groundsman, Stu Begg, Begg has been working very hard to keep the showgrounds in pristine condition and we had a brand

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new jump for the ring which was made by Andy Thompson and David McConchie.

McConchie It was partially sponsored by new sponsors, Absolute Homes.

Kristal Merry very kindly travelled from Christchurch both days to photograph the riders and their horses, which can now be viewed on her website.

At the Dog Trials, there were forty four dogs competing and the Gift Lamb Competition drew in thirty five lambs!

The lambs are judged on weight, with an under 40kg class, over 40kg class and a prize for the heaviest lamb. After judging on hoof they are taken to the works and judged on hook and a prize is given to the highest commercial valued lamb.

Everyone who donates a gift lamb to the Courtenay A & P Association goes into a prize draw to win some amazing prizes.

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Michele Wilson in action at Courtenay A & P Show.

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CELEBRATION OF SUMMER

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Everyone from dogs to aspiring ninjas will have something to entertain them in a jam-packed summer in Selwyn.

Selwyn District Council’s annual Summer in Selwyn events programme is back, with eighty nine events from December to March.

These will include the new Bark in the Park dogs day out, a Ninja Training programme and Skate n Splash, encouraging people to get their skates on at the Selwyn Sports Centre, then cool off on the inflatable obstacle course at Selwyn Aquatic Centre.

The Ninja Training programme in January will mix high ropes and adventure-based, problemsolving challenges in a fun-filled programme for children aged 8 12 years. Six sessions will be offered, along with an obstacle course and bouncy castle for younger ninjas in training. This event is sponsored by Faringdon.

Bark in the Park in February will be a ‘pawesome’ day out to celebrate furry friends at Brookside Park in Rolleston, featuring a six-legged egg and spoon race, best-dressed dog and more.

There are over 15,000 registered dogs in Selwyn, with around seventy new dogs coming into the district each month.

Council’s Community Services and Facilities Group Manager, Denise Kidd said, “the Council is always looking for a mix of old

favourites and new to help people make the most of summer.”

“Selwyn is a district with so much to do and we always look forward to Summer in Selwyn.

We’ve worked hard to add a range of cool new events to make sure there’s something for everyone along with our usual favourites that people look forward to every year. It’s a great mix and we’re really excited for a fun summer,” Denise concluded.

The Summer in Selwyn guide, delivered to homes and available online at selwyn.govt.nz/events, provides information on the events ranging from archery and circus school to craft workshops and environmental programmes.

The popular Outdoor Movies

series, Picnic in the Park, Summer Skate Jams and Teddy Bears’ Picnic are back.

The Month of Sundays live music sessions in February and March, Pool Parties in Sheffield, Darfield and Southbridge and a special Pool of Rock party at Selwyn Aquatic Centre also return.

The Selwyn Libraries team has plenty in store for Selwyn this summer, from their Summer Reading Challenge, to Magic 101, Japanese Kokedama gardening and the Mixology of Mocktails.

Bookings will be required for all events and restrictions or changes or cancellations may be required depending on the requirements of the Covid-19 Protection Framework or traffic light system.

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CHRISTMAS CREATIONS & MARKET RejuvenateYou are excited to be bringing their Christmas Creations and Farmers Market to you on Sunday, December 5th, from 10am - 2pm, at the RejuvenateYou Hub in Springfield.

“As with other years, our beautiful local stallholders have created their magic from their love and passions with a showcase of high standard products for all your Christmas goodies, presents, decorations, stocking fillers and celebrations,” commented Hub owner, Ainsley Burton.

Burton “This year we have over twenty stallholders and I would like to thank them for their continued support, especially in these tricky times that we find ourselves.

“We will be running a Christmas

Raffle, as we have in the past, with all stallholders kindly donating a gift, so there will be plenty of draws with a chance for you all to win. Tickets will be $2 for one or $5 for three tickets.

The Raffle will be drawn on Friday, December 10th, 2021 and all proceeds will go towards the Tawera Reserve Project in Springfield.

Christmas will go on in some kind of way and the Market this year will be abiding by the rulings of Covid Protection Framework which entails the Traffic Light system, as announced Canterbury will operate at Orange. The event will be operating without My Vaccine Pass and both stallholders and customers will be required to follow the Covid regulations as listed:

There can be up to 50 people based on 1 metre physical distancing in a single defined space at the venue at any time.

• There can be a mix of people with and without a My Vaccine Pass.

• The limit applies to both indoor and outdoor venues.

• The limit includes children. It does not include staff.

• Scan Tracer QR Code • Masks are encouraged.

“Let’s hope for a great weather day, with lots of local support as we have come to know and share in this Christmas Cheer.

“Merry Christmas and thank you for your support,” Ainsley concluded.

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SUCCESSFUL YEAR Despite the unforeseen 2021 Covid interruptions, the Malvern Community Patrol has had a very busy and successful year with over 1,200 hours of patrolling undertaken and some 13,000 kilometres travelled.

Working closely with local Police, the Patrol covers the area including Darfield, Kirwee, Greendale, Hororata, Glentunnel, Sheffield and Springfield with

regular patrols and assists in specific instances as required.

The Selwyn district has a low crime rate, and the Patrol aims to help in keeping it a safe environment in which to live.

Chairman Harvey Polglase is pleased with the excellent support the Patrol receives from local businesses and the community. This has enabled the purchase of a new patrol vehicle

(with delivery awaited) and the installation of security cameras for the Darfield area, which have already yielded several positive results for the Police with only a short time in service.

“Our members are proud of their voluntary work in helping protect our community, and we aim to continue this success in the new year,” concluded Harvey.

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Patrollers Malcolm Campbell and Ana Gooch were shown the operation of the Darfield security cameras by Constable Blair Croucher at the Police Station.

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ANYTIME TOWING NZ Anytime Towing NZ has recently started operating in Darfield.

Owner Matt Rovers bought a local tow truck and trailer at the end of August and has been providing a valuable service to the area ever since. As well as the tow truck, he also has two Ford Rangers and three trailers available to assist with all requirements.

Anytime Towing NZ offers a range of services including, emergency and accident recovery, jump starts, fuel

delivery, lockouts, cartage, free car removal and purchase of scrap vehicles, breakdowns, roadside assistance, outside vehicle/boat storage and 24hour vehicle recovery.

They can tow a large variety of vehicles and farm machinery and even though they are based in Darfield they service the whole of the South Island and are available 24/7.

Matt and his partner Cathryn have lived in Darfield for the past six years and they have two

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Darfield High School Year 13 student, Hannah King has been jointly awarded the Canterbury Rugby Women’s U19 Player of the Year with Holly WrattWrattGroeneweg (University of Canterbury). Both players were standouts for their respective teams. With both an U19 Red and an U19 Black women’s side taking the field this year, it was only fitting that this year’s trophy

be awarded to two players!

At first five, Hannah led her U19 Red team on and off the field, displaying a great deal of leadership in a side that went unbeaten in this year’s representative season.

“It’s been great to be wearing the red and black colours again

after a year away with Covid, and it’s a great honour to receive this Award with Holly,” Hannah commented.

This Award provides worthy recognition of their efforts this season, and both players have an exciting future ahead of them on the field.

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VALUED DONATION

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ROLLESTON

REPAIR CAFÉ

Officers and members of the Sheffield Volunteer Fire Brigade were humbled when nine year old Hunter Gilmour donated the Fire Brigade $85.00.

The donation was earned by hard work making cards (birthday, greeting, etc) which were sold for $5.00 each.

This was part of his P.E.A.K. homework for Sheffield School.

Hunter explained the reason he choose the Fire Brigade was because if we have to call 111 the Fire Brigade are the first there to help.

“Thank you, Hunter, your donation is very much appreciated,” commented the Officers and Members of the Sheffield Volunteer Fire Brigade.

Pictured: Chief Fire Office Nev Croy with Hunter Gilmour.

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Lincoln Envirotown is urging people not to throw away broken or torn things, because a Repair Café is scheduled for 4th December. People are asked to hang on to those household items, appliances, toys, bicycles or clothing which might be able to be fixed, bring them along to this event for mending or advice.

The Repair Café will take place at the Rolleston Community Centre where people will be on hand to assist with free repairs and advice. There is no need to register for this event, simply turn up with items in disrepair and see if the team can repair them, or advise on a course of action.

The team hope that it will be a productive morning restoring some of those things which all too frequently are thrown away.

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COURTENAY A & P SHOW … continued from front page.

Prizes included an Interislander voucher, Canterbury Hot Air Ballooning voucher, BB Mechanical and Blair Mason Homekill vouchers. This year we even had an electric toothbrush as a prize, kindly donated by Darfield Dental.

Although it was very disappointing not to be able to run a full show, the committee were overwhelmed with the support we received from our sponsors and the competitors.

Show President, Jenny Gallagher, Gallagher was please with how the weekend went and how hard all the committee worked to make it come together. We are all very hopeful that in 2022 we will be back to business as usual!

Anna Seaton, Courtenay A & P Association Secretary.

Lulu Maley with her ribbons at Courtenay A & P Show.

RESULTS 2021: HORSES: HACKS, PARK HACKS, RIDING HORSE & SADDLE HUNTERS: • Antrim Memorial Cup - Champion Hack Group A: K Lee • Oakside Challenge Cup - Best Lady Rider 21yrs & Over: K Lee • Champion Adult Rider: K Lee • Hide The Loot Trophy - Overall Top Led Classes: Meg Fleming • Southwell Park Trophy - Champion Hack Group B: Meg Fleming • Supreme Champion Horse: Meg Fleming • Colyn Foster Challenge Cup Champion Rider: Emily Gameson • Gillanders Volunteer Memorial Cup: S Calder • Rodney Withell Memorial Trophy: Kate Pinckney SADDLE PONIES: • R A Boag Memorial Trophy: Mrs D Sellar/Elleanor Bell • M R Black Memorial Trophy - Winner of the NZRP Ridden Sash: Brechin / Makayla Krahagen • Legend Challenge Trophy - Supreme Saddle Pony:: Brechin / Makayla Krahagen • M E Jenkins Memorial Trophy: Lulu Maley • David Gallagher Memorial Trophy Best District Rider U14 yrs: Emily Gameson • KR Wilson Challenge Cup - Champion Saddle Pony under 128cm: Annabel DampierDampier-Crossley

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Judged - Best Placed & Managed Pony, under 128cm: Annabel DampierDampier-Crossley • P E Bedford & Family Cup: Charlotte Weir PONY HUNTER: • Racecourse Hill Cup: Fern Wilkinson SADDLE & WELSH COBS: COBS: • Cromwell Challenge Cup - Champion Cob: Willowlee Stud HARNESS HORSE: • CFM Challenge Cup - Champion Harness Horse over 143cm: B S Maley LED: • I H & D Gillanders Plate - Supreme Led Pony: Angela Henskes • R K Reed Memorial Trophy - Best District Led Pony: Williams Family ARABIAN: • Rubicon Kados Memorial Cup Champion Riden Arab: K Hume/Lauren Jones

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SHEEP DOG TRIALS: • R M Wilson Challenge Trophy:

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The full results will be available on the website: www.courtenayshow.org

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Merry Christmas fellow road users!

We'd like to say a massive ‘thank you’ to all of our customers (new and old) for their continued support this year.

It's been another very interesting Covid affected year in the motor trade, even still, because of our wonderful customers choosing to shop local and support local businesses we have been able to support numerous local groups, non-profit organisations and events throughout the year.

Bowling Tournaments, Golf Fundraising events, Community Vehicles, District Nurses just to name a few. Thank you and Merry Christmas.

Covid has affected the motor industry worse this year than last. We are noticing some car parts getting hard to source.

Regular automotive parts like rear brake pads for Mitsubishi Outlanders and engine oil for Ford Rangers to name a few. We haven't run out yet but we have ended up shopping around and using different suppliers we don’t normally use. All the while

we keep sourcing quality parts from reputable suppliers with good warranties.

One thing we won't skimp on is quality. There is always someone out there who will do the job cheaper, but at the end of the day, I have to go home knowing the vehicles we fix are 100% roadworthy and the parts we supply meet and exceed the vehicle’s capabilities and won't let you down.

An example of this is recently we had a heavy trailer into the workshop that required four new tyres. We advised fitting good quality, commercial trailer tyres.

Commercial tyres are constructed much stronger than standard car tyres and handle the stresses exerted through them during towing, especially when the trailer starts to sway in windy conditions. They are also more expensive!

The customer went away and purchased four cheaper car tyres from another supplier. While car tyres meet the load capabilities of the trailer they don’t exceed them and under adverse conditions will be stressed to the

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Another example is we had a customer recently in the workshop that we completed one of our regular full services on their vehicle. We recommended replacing their front brake pads and front discs.

They took advice from someone else who tried to convince them to take a cheaper option on the brake job. Again, the cheaper option would possibly meet the standards but would not exceed them. This in turn would cause early brake failure and a more expensive repair down the track.

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I was recently asked tongue in cheek by a customer while completing a WOF for them, “You are just looking for something to fail me on”. I replied tongue in cheek, “Well of course I am, that's what you're paying me for”.

But, it's true we just want your vehicle to be safe. You can fix it where you like and by whomever you like, but make an informed decision.

So, Macca's advice to you, the customer and vehicle owner, is to question the mechanic and parts suppliers. Ask why they are using that part, is it quality, is it up to the task? Will it last, is there a better alternative and how much more is the better product, and why do they recommend that? Because as a mechanic we make decisions daily that directly affect your vehicle’s safety and performance.

We would be selling ourselves short if we took shortcuts on your vehicle to save a few bucks.

Happy and safe Christmas motoring from Macca, Janelle and the team at Darfield Automotive.

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CAKE AUCTION

Greendale School PTA had to adapt this year when it came to their traditional Pet Day Cake Auction Fundraiser. With Covid Level 2 restrictions resulting in Pet Day being cancelled, the PTA decided to take the Cake Auction online.

Secretary Gwenda Williams, did a great job navigating Facebook and setting it all up.

“A huge thank you to the school families who made amazing cakes, and all were of a very high standard, with an animal theme.

There was a cow, pigs in mud, a fish, penguin, bear, sheep and lots of hedgehogs,” commented Greendale School PTA Chairperson, Mary Warren.

“Thank you to those who bid. It was a very exciting evening, with constant refreshing and clicking all comments as the bids went up and up. We raised a total of $2,515 from thirteen cakes,” Mary concluded.

Pictured: Successful bidder Jackson Hann with the Warren Family cake, a tasty lamb, which was the top-selling cake.

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TE ARA ĀTEA OPENED Nationally significant taonga, cutting edge technology, a sensory space and the country's largest video projection wall is among the gems to explore at Te Ara Ātea which opened to the public on Thursday, December 2nd.

Te Ara Ātea, meaning the unobstructed trail to the world and beyond, is the new 2,200 square metre multifunctional civic centre on Tennyson Street in Rolleston. The name was gifted to the community by Te Taumutu Rūnanga, which worked in partnership with the Council on the building and landscape.

Designed by Warren and Mahoney and built by Armitage Williams with internal fit-out and displays supported and designed by exhibition and experience design agency Workshop e, Te Ara Ātea features a library, performance space, workshop, technology room, café, lounge and a wāhi tamariki for younger users.

The $22.69 million building sits within a specially designed landscape and opens onto the town square of the new town centre. The landscape includes a sensory space with outdoor instruments, a musical walk and water features. Food gardens, sculptures and art designed by local artists and schools also grace the landscape. The space is designed to appeal to all senses, an accessible space for all residents and visitors.

“When we started planning this space in 2014, we wanted something special for the whole district to be proud of and enjoy.

It’s an exciting day for the district,” Mayor Sam Broughton commented.

“This really delivers, it’s a beautiful space, and we can’t

wait for people to come and explore and be wowed by it. The unique and rich experiences contained in this space tell our collective stories, a marker of where we’ve been and our shared journey towards the future,” Sam concluded.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Chairperson, Liz Brown said, “the opening of the building is a celebration of our shared heritage and the forging of new trails.”

“This facility is a true testament to the vision and dedication of many. Te Ara Ātea is an example of partnership in action. Working hand in hand with the Council we have created a facility that celebrates the best of both worlds and recognises the

strength of working together for our communities,” Liz concluded.

The name Te Ara Ātea talks about the notion of trails. Within the new building and landscape, the established trails are reflected in the many local stories and history displays.

New trails are explored with the country’s largest video projection wall and the cutting edge photogrammetry and display technology, seen for the first time in Aotearoa, allowing people to get up close and personal to local taonga.

Te Ara Ātea is open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday (Thursdays open to 8pm) and 10am to 4pm on weekends.

There may be limits to entry under the traffic light system.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

CHRISTMAS CRAFT ROADSHOW The Christmas Craft Roadshow is back by popular demand to brighten up Christmas for children and adults.

The Selwyn District Council’s second annual Christmas Craft Roadshow will be running at Council community centres over the next week, giving a gift for young people and collecting food to ensure the most vulnerable in Selwyn can still enjoy a merry Christmas and are supported into the New Year.

“Each facility will have a varied set of options for children to make Christmas related decorations, small gifts and crafts,” commented Council events and funding coordinator, Stefanie Banbury.

Banbury “The idea is

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Children get the chance to get Tawera Memorial Hall UAV’s: DJI Advanced Thermal Drone creative and have something DJI Mavic air 2 | Phantom 4 pro • Mon 6 Dec, 3.3O - 4.30pm, special to decorate or give as a Services Available: Hororata Community Hall gift, which everyone loves,” • Weather Events; Councils - Locate road blockages, public safety • Tues 7 Dec, 3.30 - 4.30pm, issues, downed trees, power lines, EQ events, high winds, Stefanie added. floods, water leaks in water systems Darfield Recreation Centre “The Roadshow will also be a • Asset Inspections chance for children to give a gift • Tues 7 Dec, 3.30 - 4.30pm, • Building Aerial Inspections; roof inspections, both high rise and homes, with builders, roofing contractors. as well, as we’re asking that each Dunsandel Community Centre • Property Aerial Inspections child brings a non-perishable • Site Surveying; aerial viewing • Tues 7 Dec, 3.30 - 5pm, food item that we can donate to • Pest Control; surveying, locating Lincoln Event Centre • Farmers; lost stock locating, mustering, irrigation water leaks the Selwyn Foodbank,” Stefanie • Real Estate: property market, aerial photography, videoing • ThurS 9 Dec, 3.30 - 4.30pm, concluded.

• Sport Events Rolleston Community Centre •

• Thurs 9 Dec, 3.30 - 4.30pm, Sheffield Community Hall

Weddings: outdoor functions aerial viewing

Anything you want videoed, photographed or inspected, we will make it happen!

Mob 027 352 0122

• Tues 14 Dec, 3.30 - 5pm, Prebbleton Cottage

• Thurs 16 Dec, 3.30 - 5pm, West Melton Community and Recreation Centre.

SAVING SELWYN RIVER Forty-five enthusiastic and deeply concerned people attended the public meeting on the evening of Monday, November 29th, at the Glentunnel Community Centre to discuss the health of the Selwyn River. To make the discussion and future strategies more manageable, the focus was on the stretch between the headwaters and Coalgate.

From people concerned for the health of their dogs, and those saddened by the loss of summertime fun, to those concerned about lack of maintenance, or the devastation of their ecological work caused by floods, it was obvious that many people care deeply about our river, and all want it to be healthy.

Ecologist Duncan Gray spoke about increasing nitrogen. He also pointed out that in times of low flow there can still be a high level of sediment and an elevated turbidity, which is not good. Cyanobacteria thrive in that sort of environment. As to the critters, the macroinvertebrates, they do not thrive.

Weeds and willows were also discussed. Willows might provide shade and stability, but they suck out more water than they protect from evaporation.

But, there will be solutions. Jo Buckner from NZ Landcare Trust, assured the meeting of

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support and advice when preparing sustainability projects.

Everybody was keen to sign up to an email network to keep in touch with future plans.

The meeting ended with that feeling of enthusiasm and a driving momentum. If you would also like to be involved, please email your name and email address to art.works@xtra.co.nz.

Francine Bills.

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MALVERN TWILIGHT TENNIS RESULTS 25th November 2021 A Simply Smashing 5.5 We’re with Quinn 0.5 Ramparts

4

Westies

5.5 Chappies

Headstrong

2 0.5

Twilight Zone

6

Backhanders

0

Hot Shots

4

Three Generations 2

B Go Hard & Early 2

Ace

4

Hillbillies Stringless Five Racquettes

Sole Sisters Sharks Double Shots

0 5 0

6 1 6

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THURSDAY 16TH DECEMBER 2021 6:30pm, Plunket Rooms Sheffield Hall.

The Board meeting was held on Monday, November 22nd with the Chief Executive in attendance to assist and provide information.

• Information was received from Springfield School about the need for a pedestrian crossing on Tawera Lane/Tramway Road near the school to give increased road safety for the children. Council staff are in contact with the school regarding this request and the Board will continue to monitor progress.

• Also being monitored is the investigation by the licence holder with the Council into an alternative venue for the Sheffield Hotel, recently destroyed by fire.

• The Chief Executive’s report covered several topics including an update on both the Three Waters proposal and the Fluoridation of Drinking Water Amendment Bill. The Government will issue a directive in mid-2022 regarding fluoridation with implementation phased in over time. Some funding will be available to Council’s assist with costs.

• The Board is encouraging their Malvern community committees to take part in the ‘Future of Selwyn Parks’ planning survey. A plan will be developed to show how Council will protect and manage parks and reserves in Selwyn and consider future uses. All Selwyn residents are encouraged to give feedback on yoursay.selwyn.govt.nz/parksplan.

• Council is also recognising the importance of our district’s history by setting up a Selwyn Community History Committee to develop a Strategic Heritage Plan.

• A grant was given to Tom Freeman to attend the Junior Freeride World Championship in Austria and a further grant was given to the Springfield Community Committee to help with the funding of their township’s Christmas celebrations.

The Board’s next meeting will be on Monday 24th January 2022 in the Darfield Library and Service Centre, starting at 4pm.

ALL WELCOME! Enquiries to Jo: 027 205 7840

TUESDAY 7th DECEMBER 7pm Sheffield Pavilion (4363 Main West Coast Rd)

Please contact the Board secretary board.secretary@selwyn.govt.nz to make an appointment if you wish to speak at a Board meeIng about any community issue that concerns you.

Please be reminded that there is funding available in the Malvern Community Board DiscreIonary Fund which can be applied for on Council’s website at hJps:// www.selwyn.govt.nz/services/funding-And-grants/ discreIonary-funding.

For further informaIon on this funding, you are welcome to email the Accounts Officer at grants@selwyn.govt.nz or talk to any Board member.

Friday 3rd December 2021 GOLF RESULTS

Golf Results 25th November 2021 Women’s Golf MATCH OF THE DAY: Irish Stableford (team) 18 Holes: 1st: L Anderson, J Pottinger & N Weavers 105 2nd: L Scott, R Pilbrow & J Blatch 72 9 Holes: 1st: J Smith, K Redwood & R Benny 64

ACCOUNTANTS ARE you wasting your valuable time trying to keep up with your accounts?

Call us now for hassle-free accounting, tax and business advice - all right on your doorstep. Sterling Accountants @ Malvern Business Hub, Ann-Maree 021 215 0981.

AUTOMOTIVE DARFIELD Automotive. Service & warrant centre. 3D wheel aligner. 7:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday. Your onestop auto shop! Phone 03 318 8113.

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CHIMNEY CLEANING

CATTERY

BALING

FOR SALE

CARRS Chimney Cleaning.

Servicing the Selwyn district. $70 per chimney. Phone 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. 0800 224 464 Members NZHHA.

CATS on Courtenay

CONVENTIONAL BALING Mow, Rake, Bale.

Can organise cartage if required.

Call Ben 027 696 3553 or Joe 027 389 7209.

POINT of lay hyline/shavers pullets for sale. Please phone 021 863 158.

WOOD shavings - untreated, clean shavings suitable for horse stables, calving sheds, chicken houses and rabbit hutches. Available in 70L bags, 1m 3 bales (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 03 344 1676 for more details.

CHRISTMAS Trees - $20 Each Select your standing tree and we will cut it for you. Available Sat 11th December 9-12noon (limited numbers). At Darfield Shooting Centre (Corner Creyke Road & Telegraph road) Local Club Fundraiser Ph 0272212995 for details.

WALNUTS Rex - $5 per kg. collect from 647 Cullen road or phone 03 3183113

CATTERY

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’

CATTERY BASED IN OXFORD Run solely for the comfort & convenience of the cats!

Pick-up & delivery available.

CLEANING CARPET /Window Cleaning.

Thorough job, good price, quick drying. Highly recommended. Phone/ text Robert anytime on 027 299 9599.

DRIVEWAYS LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards LIFESTYLE and dairy lanes our speciality.

Screened rotten-rock, it’s local and lasts better.

Phone Springfield Quarry on 318 4132.

FARRIER

‘Angelcatscattery’

FREE

Phone Julia: 03 312 1452 or 021 0424 367 Email: angelcats@xtra.co.nz | Web: angelcatscattery.vpweb.co.nz

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DUCKS for free - both male & female, mixed bred, approximately 60-70. pick up only. Take what you want.

Phone 027 953 4894

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CARPET NEED carpet? Go local!

Very competitive pricing, seldom beaten. 30 years servicing this area. In home sample service, also repairs and installations.

Please phone Alan Roberts 021 227 2080.

Darfield Life Church

SUNDAY 5TH DECEMBER 2021 At 10:30am Steve & Patience Pona Ph: 022 642 5805 17 North Terrace, Darfield

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The following details were correct to our knowledge at the time of going to print, dates may be subject to change due to Covid.

NOW: • Until Dec • Until 24th Jan ‘22

Temporary Road Closure (Aylesbury Road, between Wards & Two Chain Roads) ‘Connections’ Art Exhibition Te Huanui Gallery, Darfield

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10am

Rolleston News Deadline for 8th Dec Issue Darfield Village Meats Xmas Ham & Salmon orders close today

6th Dec 10am

Malvern News Advertising Deadline for 10th Dec issue

7th Dec 7th Dec 8th Dec 11th Dec

Sheffield Rugby Club AGM Sheffield Pavilion Hororata Historical Society AGM Hororata Museum Greendale Community Trust AGM Greendale Hall School of Art Springfield - Watercolour Basics Workshop

7pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 1:00pm

13th Dec 10am

Malvern News Advertising Deadline for 17th Dec issue

14th Dec 14th Dec 15th Dec 16th Dec

9:30am 1:30pm 12:30pm 5pm

DHS Years 7 & 8 Prizegiving DHS Years 9 & 10 Prizegiving DHS Years 11 - 13 Prizegiving Platter & Pressies - Fat Beagle & Dalethorpe House

• 19th Dec • 20th Dec • 23rd Dec

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Applications close for Selwyn Youth Council Malvern News office closes for Festive Season

JAN 2022 • 17th Jan • 24th Jan

9am 4pm

Malvern News office opens for 2022 Malvern Community Board Meeting

Darfield Service Centre

FEB 2022: • 1st Feb • 4-6th Feb

AVAILABLE Please phone Shawn Valpy 027 717 6130 FIREWOOD & COAL

Applications close for Selwyn Community History Fund Springfield School 150th Jubilee Springfield School

FIREWOOD & COAL

R K FIREWOOD Supplying wood for this Winter!

Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

TRY THE HOT MIX! E!pos available.

All top quality, clean wood.

Phone Rini 027 451 7300

6m3 from $420.00 Delivery fee may apply!

Phone 03 312 4637 or 021 260 4520 WINZ Email: e.wakelin@outlook.com APPROVED

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DEC: • 3rd Dec • 4th Dec

FARRIER

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FLETCHER Josephine (Jo) (nee McColville – formerly of Springfield) 2-7-1938 – 26-11-2021 Our dearest Ma, Mum, Ma F, Nana & Nannie died peacefully in Geraldine on Friday 26 November.

Adored wife of the late Pud; devoted Mum of Simon & Amanda, Louise & Chris, Paul & Rachel, and Helen & Migsy; very special Nana/Nannie of Harley, Dylan & Simone, Sam, Charlie, Sarah & Craig, Tori & Roy, Phillip, Olivia & Sam, Amelia, and James; treasured Great-Nana/Nannie of Harmony & Destiny, and Maisey.

Any messages for Jo’s Family, please post to the Fletcher Family, PO Box 40, Winchester Jo’s farewell will take place in Springfield at Tawera Community Hall on Friday 3 December 2021.

“Resting in the fields, far from the turbulent space Half asleep near the stars with a small dog licking your face”

Friday 3rd December 2021

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GARDENING

HEDGEHOG Hedge

GENERAL garden maintenance in Darfield area. Domestic hedge trimming, pruning & edging. Please phone Kane 027 467 6613.

&

Shelterbelt Trimming Owner Operated Geoff 021 549 499 A/h 03 324 3482

LOCKSMITH LOCKSMITH Selwyn based 24hr mobile service, keys cut and general lock and safe maintenance. EFTPOS available. Call Locktight Security 021 171 8060.

PEST CONTROL

Hedge Trimming in Canterbury

Call Don today on 021 066 3011 or 03 318 2983

SPIDERBAN NC LTD Darfield owned and operated since 2008.

Call Brian Walker for your pest control requirements!

0800 667 778

• Half size tractor for easier access

• Up to 6m height topped at 5m or less • Branch size up to 50mm • Cutter drops material to side of hedge.

PAINTING & DECORATING

ROOF MAINTENANCE

ROOF & property services. 2 storey work! Roof leak repairs (incl Butynol), moss control, silicone seal, spouting clean & repairs, spider & fly control, bird proofing, roof painting.

All roof & spouting types.

Call Arthur’s, 7 days, 03 347 2635, 027 484 7980 or 027 584 7980.

SCRAP METAL

‘For all your decorating needs’

Micky Conway

FULLY INSURED

WANTED! Best prices!

Amalgamated Scrap Ltd. Buying cars & farm machinery. Specialising in farm clean-ups. Rod McQuoid buyer. Please phone either 027 695 0480 or alternatively 0800 030 712.

PAINTING & DECORATING

PAINTING & DECORATING

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

021 125 1613 conwaydecor@hotmail.com

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

General Painting & Property Repairs Roof Painting  Gib Stopping  Wallpapering

40 years experience!

Contact Dave on 021 142 0567 or email: pearsondavid106@gmail.com

SHEEP SHEARING

MOBILE SHEEP SHEARING Drenching Foot Trimming Crutching General Animal Welfare Advice.

Call Shaun Adams for a quote on

• • • •

021 204 1274 SERVICES

Looking for

LARGE TREE SHELTERBELTS! Will pay good money for the right trees, any species considered.

WE CAN START IMMEDIATELY! Clean & tidy workers.

Fully qualified crew for the job!

Call Rini on

027 451 7300 SITUATION VACANT

DUNSANDEL STOP SHOP PART TIME POSITION

ROOM TO RENT

SITUATION VACANT

SINGLE lockable rooms FENCING position on large high in Darfield Hostel. Internet, country contract, fencing or sky TV. $170pw. Phone machinery experience an advantage. Good wages, 027 479 1431 or 318 3660.

SITUATION VACANT

accommodation, meals. Great team. Please phone Geoff 021 640 748

CASUAL  PART TIME  FULL TIME Day shifts, night shifts & weekend work available to suit your needs. agstaff.co.nz

Forklift Operators & Manufacturing Positions Available

0800 AGSTAFF jobs@agstaff.co.nz

PROPERTY ASSISTANT We are seeking a full time Property Assistant to maintain and develop a large private property located in Windwhistle. This is a salaried position.

You will be a bit of a superstar, have a strong work ethic, have a great attention to detail and prepared to take ownership of the role.

We are looking for knowledge and experience with gardening, equipment, stock and property however, enthusiasm and attitude will also count should you not be able to fulfil all of these areas.

You will have the ability to work both independently and as part of a small team and be fully supported by the Property Manager.

Privacy and confidentiality in this role is paramount.

If you are interested and would like to find out more, please request a copy of the job description by email from steve@windwhistle.co.nz Applications should also be directed to this email address. Applications for this role will close Friday December 17, 2021

Dunsandel Stop Shop are currently looking for a new staff member to join their team.

Knowledge in making coffee, sandwiches and general kitchen prep. Must be reliable and have great customer service Approximately 31 hours per week.

Please phone Ben on 027 424 5122 or email at dunsandelstopshop@gmail.com

COUNTRY PAWS KENNEL & CATTERY We have Christmas holiday work available in our busy boarding kennels and cattery.

Applicants must have a passion for animals, be physically fit and have reliable transport.

The ideal candidate must be confident managing all sizes, breeds, ages and temperaments of dogs and cats.

Previous experience working in a Boarding Kennel/Dog Day Care or Animal Shelter is an advantage but not essential.

Work will be on a roster system and hours may vary so some flexibility is required.

Please apply via email stating relevant experience and a contact phone number to: countrypaws@xtra.co.nz

Relief Milker/Casual Farm Work Waikirikiri Farm near Coalgate is on the look out for a regular and reliable relief milker to become part of our awesome team, supporting us especially during the weekends and over the Sumner holiday period.

At Waikirikiri we are known for developing people to their full potential and in joining us you’ll become part of a farm dedicated to excellence in all we do.

Experience preferred, but full training will be given to individuals with a “go to attitude”. 5am to 8am morning shift and 2-5pm evening shifts, with other general farm duties available. Excellent hourly rate and roster tailored to suit. You’ll need your own transportation to farm.

Text or call Angela on 027 548 6665 or email angela@musta.co.nz.

Friday 3rd December 2021 SITUATION VACANT

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SITUATION VACANT

WINDOW CLEANING

CLEANER/ HOUSEKEEPER We are seeking the services of a cleaner/ housekeeper to work across two properties.

One is situated at Windwhistle, the second at Clearwater in Christchurch.

This is full time salaried position.

For sparkling windows I’m the Veteran for the Job...

Contact me today for a no frills quote!

Phone Kevin 021 0232 6502

Both properties are very special and as such, we are looking for the right person who is reliable, trustworthy and respectful of the owners and their privacy.

You will have a strong work ethic with high attention to detail and be prepared to take ownership of the role.

If you would like to work in a wonderful environment and make this your job to master, a copy of the job description can be sent to you.

Please email: katieheares@gmail.com Applications should also be directed to this email address.

Applications for this role will close Friday December 17, 2021

WANTED AMMUNITION and reloading equipment. Powder projectiles, presses etc. Any calibre rifle / shotgun.

Anything hunting related.

Cash buyer. Contact Rob 03 342 5885.

DEAD, DEAD damaged or unwanted cars, including trucks & quad bikes, to buy. Please phone 03 318 0650.

LARGE areas of Grass, Lucerne or Cereals wanted. Good money paid, all qualities.

Phone Bob 027 436 9400.

WANTED:

Standing Lucerne

C+,-./0 T+,12 ‘Friendly & experienced professional service!’

Darfield, Burnham, Greendale, Hororata, Sheffield, Springfield, Coalgate & Kirwee areas, phone or text

Darryl on 027 316 9968 All other areas, including West Melton & Rolleston, phone or text

Wilf on 022 044 0654

WINDOW REPAIRS

WINDOW REPAIRS

 Retrofit Double glazing  Frameless showers  Repairs  Mirrors  Splashbacks  Pet doors and more

Locally owned and operated

03 318 3003

www.hunterglass.co.nz

TRADES

TRADES

If you need any building jobs sorted for summer get in touch with us.

027 933 5819

and

damian@metricbuild.nz

Meadow Hay Ring Joe 027 389 7209 or Ben 027 696 3553

TENANCY RURAL Tenancy Inspections & Property Maintenance.

Contact Rebecca, by phone 027 313 2270, or email rebecca@ruraltenancy.co.nz WINDOW TINTING

TINTTINT-A-WINDOW Solar Protective films. Fade UV block.

Heat Glare control. Privacy.

Safety/Security. Frosted films. Free online quotes.

Phone 0800 368 468. info@tintawindow.co.nz

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 • • • • • •

DARFIELD BASED

0800 752 400

plainspgd@gmail.com

www.tintawindow.co.nz

BOOK SPACE NOW FOR THE XMAS ISSUES info@malvernnews.co.nz

TRADES

House & Roof Pre--Paint Wash Pre Hydro Drain Cleaning Cleans most surfaces: fences, paths, brick, block, wood, concrete & machinery.

TRADES

Moss Treating: roofs, footpaths & driveways.

Free Quotes. Ph Mike Richards 03 318 8380 or 021 179 0584

Friday 3rd December 2021

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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.

Darfield based with over 38 years of local knowledge and experience

• Washing

Reg. Service Technician

Septic Tank Cleaning Jetting Unit for blocked drains Camera Investigations | Port-a-loo hire Office 318 8609 | 0274 338 693 | admin@leechdrainage.co.nz TRADES NEW kitchens, wardrobes, laundries or what ever you need! Remodelled or just new doors. Good advice, good price. Ring Lex 03 349 0150 or 027 439 3926.

Tiler & Registered Qualified Certifying Plumber & Gasfitter

Water Proofer

david wilkinson registered electrician phone 03 318 1231 fax email

03 318 1235 sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz

po box 26 kirwee

we’ll be there when you need us. guaranteed. on time guaranteed or your first hour is free! conditions apply.

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New Computers • Virus Laptops Removal • 15.6" FHD Display • Problem Upgrades • Core i7-1165G7, Solving Software 8GB DDR4 RAM

Closed Saturdays

Jon Lawrence

or phone 03 318 1973 or 027 421 1637

$1,655

e: bowentiling@gmail.com

Incl GST

RURAL PLUMBING SERVICES LTD Simon O’Connell • Certifying Plumber M: 021 048 4799 • H: 03 317 9174 E: simon@rpsltd.co.nz

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Ph: 03 318 3699 Mob: 027 688 9103

Darfield based, working Canterbury wide.

All Maintenance, Hot Water Cylinders, Log burners, Spouting, Rainwater Harvest, Wetbacks, Pumps, Alterations (new and existing)

• 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

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

Heat pump supply, installation, servicing & maintenance General household & business electrical work.

Give Nigel a call now for your no obligation free quote

Ph: 021 387 750

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A!er dinner the father asks, "Now, son, what did you want to ask me?"

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