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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Update from the Mayor

Selwyn MP Update

Malvern Community Patrol

Spotlight on Hunter Glass & Maris Equestrian

MCAC 44th Year

Letter To The Editor

West Melton Scout Group

DHS Sports Westview

Have You Inherited Land?

Fuel Saving Tips

Glentunnel School Bike Track Survey

Springfield Water Crisis cont… 10 St John Update

Sports

Save The Date

Public Notices

Classifieds

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Trades

15-16

Email Column

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ISSUE 1,028 Friday 18th March 2022

So far 2022 has been an exciting time for Springfield School Principal Keri Steele and the Springfield School community, as they opened their doors for the first time at their brand new school. The School was earmarked for a complete rebuild in 2019 and is now complete and buzzing with students. Springfield School Board of Trustees and staff worked closely with PXA Architects, SSL Project Management, Mātauraka Mahaanui and the Ministry of Education to design the new school building. The building has three flexible learning spaces, breakout spaces, administration, resource and staff areas. The next major project for the School consists of landscaping and has been designed to be completed in seven stages, three of these stages are basically complete. In October the School hopes to

officially open the new rebuild and celebrate their belated 150th Jubilee which was delayed due to Covid-19 and the rebuild took longer than anticipated. The students are very pleased to be in their new learning spaces and are very proud of their new school. Below are a few comments from current pupils: Ollie - “The new school is big, nice, luxurious and it is fun to be in. It has a lot of room for us to put up our work. There is a nice shared space where we can

work together.” Levi - “The new school buildings are awesome. The building is so cool and the whole school ﬁts into one building! We have great spaces for our bags and belongings. It feels like home.” Amy - “The new school is really big, and it is easy to move around. I really like using the whānau space, it's awesome because the whole school can use the space to work together.”

Following on from the Malvern Community Board report in the Malvern News last week - the team looked a bit more in-depth into the Springfield Water Crisis. The Springfield township was hardest hit in the flooding event in late May last year, which saw 200 people across Selwyn

displaced from their homes. Around 380ml of water fell on the Springﬁeld area and The Bishops Gully channel (the Upper Kowai water race) overﬂowed in several locations in the township. Murray Washington Group Manager Infrastructure from

Selwyn District Council (SDC) supplied the following information.... “We acknowledge that the ongoing water issue in Springﬁeld is causing severe inconvenience for the whole community, I can assure the township that resolving the problem is a key

Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg and Springfield School Principal Keri Steele outside the rebuilt Springfield School.

Keep an eye out for Jubilee details later in the year.

Levi thinks the new school buildings feel like home.

focus for our Council. On February 14th we held a public meeting at Tawera Hall in Springﬁeld to listen to community concerns and outline the ongoing action we are taking to resolve the situation.

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UPDATE FROM SAM As local Omicron numbers rise I am hearing plenty of stories of people and organisations stepping up and offering help to families isolating at home, as well as for vulnerable people less keen to venture out. Once again, it’s so good to see our communities looking out for each other. Like many businesses, our Council has contingency plans to keep services like recycling, rubbish, water and wastewater up and running and our helpdesk team are only a phone call away (0800SELWYN). I know that many of us are concerned that the temporary closure of Darfield and Ellesmere hospitals might lead to permanent closure. I’ve been in contact with the Chairperson of the Canterbury District Health Board and impressed upon him how important these hospitals are for our communities and urged him to reopen them ASAP.

He reassured me that the closures are definitely temporary to enable proper care for patients at alternate facilities while staff numbers are lower through Covid. Much of my emotional energy over the last couple of weeks has been for those affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It reminds me of how privileged we are to live in New Zealand and that we can be thankful that

we live in such a safe district with strong communities. Last week, my daughter Elliott had her first day at Darfield Primary School. It was a moment for me to reflect that while we see uncertainty overseas and we wrestle with challenges in our own country we still have to be present here and celebrate the good around us today. Stay safe, Mayor Sam.

SELWYN MP UPDATE On Saturdays, I do my grocery shop and fill up my car. Ouch! The skyrocketing cost of living is hitting us all in the back pocket, but is being most acutely felt by low-middle income earners and retirees. In the past four years, food prices are up more than 13 percent, the average rent is up $140 a week and it costs $45 more at the petrol pump to fill a standard tank. If you want to buy your first home, Canterbury's average property value rose 29.8 percent ($163,000) in the year to October 1st, well above the nationwide annual growth rate of 26.6 percent. Average house prices in Selwyn district are up 9.9 percent over the last three months to $890,000, an increase of $80,000 per home. Rising interest rates mean costs on a $600,000 mortgage are up $7,200 in the last 12 months, and they’re only going up from here. With prices rising twice as fast as wages, the average family is worse off than they were 12 months ago, but high inflation means income tax is higher. We’ve got the perverse situation

where someone on an average wage now has a marginal tax rate of 33 percent. And someone on minimum wage only has to work a 44 hour week to face a marginal tax rate of 30 cents on the dollar. Knowing how much this is worrying everyone, the National Party is focusing on proposing ideas, rather than just opposing dumb Government decisions. That’s why we’re saying that at the upcoming Budget in May, the Finance Minister should use a portion of his record $6 billion new spending allowance to adjust income tax thresholds to account for inﬂation. This would mean someone on $55,000 a year would get $800 in tax relief and anyone earning $88,100 or above would be better off by over $1,000 a year. Because New Zealand Super is indexed to the average after-tax wage, super annuitants would also beneﬁt. The couple rate for New Zealand Super would increase by around $520 a year. These changes aren’t going to make anyone rich but it is some relief. They wouldn’t require cuts to existing services like health,

education or the police. They wouldn’t mean austerity or a Budget with no new spending. They would be met from the Finance Minister’s $6 billion slush fund, and he would still have three quarters of that allowance left to fund new initiatives or pay down debt, which would still be a record amount of new spending. In fact, the remaining $4.3 billion would still be the biggest every new budget spending allowance. I, for one, like to think I know how to spend my money better than the Government does. Nicola Grigg, Selwyn MP.

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NEW VEHICLE The Malvern Community Patrol took delivery of their new Hybrid RAV4 Patrol Vehicle last weekend. “We would particularly like to thank the generous community support which has made this purchase possible,” commented Harvey Polglase Patrol Chairman. “A grant was also received from

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NEW TEAM MEMBER AT HUNTER GLASS Hunter Glass is very excited to introduce their new team member, Phil Daikee, who joined the company at the end of January. Phil was born in Christchurch and grew up there, but in 2011 he decided to move to Australia, where he has spent the last ten years working as a glazier and project manager for Freelance Glass in Sydney. Here he met his ﬁancée Nicole and they decided to return to New Zealand to pursue Nicole’s dream of starting her own Equestrian business, continuing her work as a coach and trainer (see article below). Phil and Nicole were planning to return to New Zealand last August, however, Covid put a stop to that, and it took a further three months to get a MIQ spot. Phil and Hunter Glass owner Grant have known each other for about twenty years. They ﬁrst met working for Christchurch Glass in 2002, and

later Smith and Smith, remaining friends since. “It is great to have someone that you completely know and trust, who is also a good friend working for the company,” commented Grant. “Phil and I are very alike, we share the same ideals and we both like having a laugh. Phil brings valuable experience and new ideas with him from Australia, and we are thrilled to have him on board!” concluded Grant. Hunter Glass wishes to acknowledge the clients who have shown tremendous loyalty and support, especially during the Covid pandemic, as well as clients who have been extremely patient during times when we have struggled to keep up. We often hear that you want to support local, and it is heart-warming and greatly appreciated - Thank you! Hunter Glass is a family-owned business based in Sheffield and

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MCAC 44TH ANNIVERSARY The Malvern Community Arts Council (MCAC) will mark its 44th year of operation at its AGM on Wednesday, April 6th 2022, at Te Huanui Gallery in Darﬁeld. In his Chairperson’s report, Philip Baldwin will look back over some of the Arts Council’s highlights during 2021, as well as another successful Darﬁeld Artweek. “We are pleased that the community of artists in Selwyn continues to thrive in the wake of another challenging year”, Philip commented. “Our line-up of exhibitions for this past year included a wide range of mediums and artistic styles and celebrated the work of artists through more than 40 years of mounting community art

exhibitions,” Philip added. MCAC invites local folk who are willing to give a few hours a month to join the gallery’s volunteer roster and help keep Te Huanui open six days a week. “There are also vacancies on all of our committees; Executive, Gallery, Performing Arts, and Artweek, that would suit people who have an interest in the arts, even though they may only have a small amount of time to offer”, Philip concluded. All those interested in MCAC’s mission, ‘to promote art and artists to the people of Selwyn’, are invited to attend the AGM at 7pm for refreshments, and the meeting will start at 7.30pm. See advertisement in the Public Notices of this issue.

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To the Editor: I would like to thank Paul Jarman for his interesting article about the restoration of the Lychgate at Trinity Church in Darﬁeld. Many people have followed the restoration of the Lychgate and admired the skill of the builders and the high quality of their work. The new cedar shingles look quite beautiful, and I am sure the original designers and builders would be proud of the ﬁnal result. More of the story was revealed when the bell was cleaned and polished to show the date of 1914 and the name

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COMMUNITY INPUT SOUGHT The special Glentunnel School Bike Track was constructed in 2006 as a clay based mountain bike track weaved throughout eucalyptus trees. It was severely

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a safe place for tamariki to learn to ride a bike and advance their skills in cycling a multiple advancement level for every rider from beginner (learning to ride and balance), technical skills (different surfaces - limestone, gravel, tarseal and obstacles), and pump track a place of equity with ﬁfty new bikes and seventy helmets for the Glentunnel School tamariki to use stored in a container onsite. 60% of Glentunnel School’s tamariki don’t have a bicycle or access to one a track that incorporates the school curriculum for PE and Health with weekly sessions per class throughout the year a place of connection for the school and surrounding community free of charge a place to exercise, have fun and socialise a place of great hauora (wellbeing) for all a place of transitional development from the track to the road/off road. Incorporating safe cycling with NZTA (road rules), NZ Police and Selwyn District Council and the national Bike-Wise programme a place for all generations to come together and connect where children and adults within or outside of Glentunnel School can learn to cycle with a monthly ‘learn to cycle’ training on a Saturday or Sunday using the school bikes and helmets a place of environmental tranquillity with native plantings, bench seats and regeneration.

originally cost $15,000 and was added to with a further $5,000 of clay ﬁve years ago. Bathurst Mines (Malvern Mine) were very generous in their donation of clay and forming the different tracks with their machinery. The Bike Track was a place to develop tamariki cycling skills and advancement, while also being open to members of the public outside of school time, especially Glentunnel residents, Campsite guests, Domain users and the wider Malvern and Selwyn communities. Glentunnel School has a wonderful opportunity to start again and build a new track that meets multiple ‘wheel’ needs (bicycles, scooters, rollers blades, skateboards, etc,) and includes the school and local community and becomes a special taonga (precious gift) to all users. A survey has been created by the Bike Track Committee to help get a wide variety of opinions on the redevelopment of the Track from three main groups; the tamariki of Glentunnel School, parents/caregivers, staff and BOT and the wider community. Principal Ed Trotter will work with each class to complete the Tamariki Survey. The Parents/ Caregivers, Staff and BOT Survey will be emailed and the Wider Community Survey is in digital form on the school website. Hard copies are all are available from the School office. The Committee would love feedback from anyone who would like to be involved in some way, the Survey closes at 5pm on Friday, March 25th.

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I appreciate that the water tanker and temporary shower facilities are no substitute for discoloured household water but I know that they are being used and they will stay until the situation is resolved. Household water is still usable but currently, it still needs to be boiled before use. Right now we are constructing three new storage tanks, a new 500m3 reservoir for treated water and two new 30m3 storage tanks for water before it goes through treatment, these should be completed in June. These tanks will provide clean water when the main supply is interrupted by future events. Springfield’s water comes from the Kowai river which has always been susceptible to discolouration following moderate to heavy rainfall, we have also identified a slip 17km upstream, rain washes material off the slip face into the river which already has a heavy sediment load due to recent flooding events. We are actively seeking alternative water sources however so far this is proving extremely difficult despite engaging several specialist contractors, we also have an ongoing trial with new membrane filter technology at Springfield. Initial signs from the trial are positive and if successful we will consider options for taking this further as a long term solution. The water situation is improving but it’s taking time. We are grateful for the community’s patience while we work to make things better. We are planning a further meeting in early April to update the community on our progress.” Graeme Dawson, Chair of the Springfield Township Committee feels very frustrated, not only for the community but for SDC as well. “The Township Committee is working hard with the SDC and looking at a lot of alternatives. In the end, nature is the one that has done the damage, starting with the big earthquakes, followed by major flooding in the area. Before the previous flood, the water situation wasn’t

ideal, but acceptable. Now, especially since the recent ﬂoods, the water is a yellowish/ brown colour and the township seems to be constantly on a ‘boil water notice’ which makes life extremely difficult especially since it has gone on for a while. “Some of the community understand that work is happening behind the scenes to resolves the issue but that doesn’t mean they are happy about it. Others are ready to stand up and protest and demand rate rebates especially due to the fact they can’t see an end in sight. The Township Committee is hoping that SDC would have come up with a long -term solution by the end of June”, concluded Graeme. Local resident Ang Seleen commented on how much we take using water for granted.... "Just being able to turn the tap on for drinking, cleaning teeth, washing hands, having a shower/ bath, washing dishes and normal washing of clothes, etc. Currently, the township residents can’t do any of that, instead, having to go to the tanker to get drinking water. Having to boil water to wash the dishes and do any cleaning. Showering at home leaves you feeling just as dirty and now with the extra chemicals being added, leaves those with sensitive skin coming out in itchy rashes. “We appreciate the fact that there is a tanker supplied with freshwater, a shower block is available as well as washing machines that can be used but, it can be hard work. All made even harder for those with children, mobility issues or if the weather isn’t the best”, concluded Ang. At the time of talking to another resident, Amy Albon it was Day 35... “This means we have had non-drinkable, yellow/brown murky water in our taps for 35 days now and it seems there is no end in sight. This means ﬁlling up bottles constantly at the tanker outside our town hall. Up until now, there hasn't been any e-coli but now there is. The whole thing is getting tiring. The water treatment plant is not up to standard and nothing is getting changed or completed quickly. We are nearing winter -

and every time it rains our water ends up darker and the smell of it stronger (smells like mud). We have had enough and are completely over it”, concluded Amy. Katis Titmus is another local who commented about the struggles they are all going through... “My small house is being taken over by water bottles. Coffee in the morning is when you realise fresh water is just as important as milk. Washing brand new white sheets means they end up brown and dripping taps leave a brown stain, it's all very frustrating”, concluded Katie. Bronwyn Squires commented... “It is quite a stressful time at the moment in Springfield. With a minimal amount of rain resulting in over 35 days of having to boil water, we are quite anxious as to whether this will be fixed before the winter weather kicks in. It is nice to have temporary water in the township but this is wearing thin quite quickly. If this was happening in a more populated area such as Rolleston would it have been rectified? Sadly we are still expected to pay our full water rates for water that after over 35 days now has e-coli in it. Enough is enough!” A Year 10 resident, Josh Henderson commented .... “I've lived in Springfield for my entire life and we have had a lot of water supply issues, however, I'm sure people will agree this is by far the worst one yet. The Council has outlined plans to fix the issues by June 2022. It's clear the Council is doing the best they can to rectify the situation but things certainly can't be fixed with a snap of fingers. The residents need to remain positive and live with what we have for now. Some people are angry or upset about the situation and that's completely understandable but, the best thing to do right now is to let the Council do their job and get it done as soon as possible.” The Malvern News will publish another update regarding the situation after the April meeting - please hold all further correspondence until after the update.

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MALVERN SQUASH CLUB THE AMBULANCE WILL COME With the recent surge in case numbers of people becoming infected by the Covid Omicron variant, there has also been a signiﬁcant increase in requests for the Ambulance to attend many of these patients. St John has been working hard to get the message to the community, that while we are in this situation, there is a signiﬁcantly increased load on resources across the country. Initially, the call centres were receiving many calls from ‘the worrying well’ that may have had Covid symptoms, expecting ambulance transport to the nearest hospital. This was not sustainable on St John, or indeed those receiving hospitals. Many of the symptoms associated with Covid may be described as of mild to moderate effect, and as such, they are best treated within the community or at home. It is important that you seek advice from your local GP, or Healthline (0800 611 116). Both these teams have a triage system that can escalate a call to ensure the best appropriate care is given to the patient. A call to St John will be taken by one of the national call centres, and they will follow a recognised assessment system to determine the most appropriate care being given. This may range from a vehicle being despatched immediately, or after a delay based on condition and workload. Or it may prompt a call back from a Clinical Support Officer who will carry out a further assessment before a resource is attached to the call. They will also re-prioritise the call as required to ensure the best appropriate response. This might mean a community based pathway. The important thing to remember though is if you or the patient are experiencing severe chest pain, shortness of breath, or any signs or symptoms associated with Stroke, or unconsciousness, then you should call 111 Ambulance. On top of this will also sit all other things like accidents, trauma, or a medical emergency, these should be treated as before Covid, use 111. Please make the call centre aware of any Covid symptoms, or positive cases, etc, so that crews that respond are wearing appropriate protective clothing to keep you all safe. If you are Covid positive, you will still be transported once assessed, if it is appropriate. We are all struggling with Covid, be it Delta or Omicron, especially as it has now become quite real in even small communities. With more people in the community Covid positive we need to be even more aware of hygiene, masking up in public, isolation and also careful around elderly, unwell or compromised people within the community. Mild symptoms for some will be devastating for others. Take care.

Malvern Squash Club held their AGM on Tuesday, March 8th at the Malvern Squash Courts Lounge. The Club is affiliated with Squash Canterbury and is a part of the Christchurch Interclub held every Monday night. They also run an in-house pennant every Wednesday night and offer junior training every week for new players, coached by Mark Cornish and Dave Fitzjohn. The Office Bearers for the current year are: President: Brendan Clucas Treasurer: Malcolm Smith Secretary: Tamzin Smith Club Capt: Matt Parsons Committee: Pete Kelly, Cam Adams, Peter Bond, Eric Rutten, Ivan Brown.

The Malvern Open Squash Tournament was held on March 11th and 12th at the Malvern Squash Courts. There was fantastic competition for competitors, with some well fought games. Squash is a racket and ball sport played by two players in a four-walled court with a small, hollow rubber ball. The players alternate in striking the ball with their rackets onto the playable surfaces of the four walls of the court. The objective of the game is to hit the ball in such a way that the opponent is not able to play a valid return. Squash is the world’s healthiest sport.

MALVERN RIFLE CLUB The sixth and ﬁnal round of the Malvern Riﬂe Club Championship Longs, 15 counting shots at 800 and 900 yards, was held on March 12th. After several weekends of rain and the Otago Championship in Oamaru, last weekend, a warm, blustery, gusty, dry southwesterly wind with a relatively clear sky greeted shooters at the Malvern Range. Frequent changes in wind strength and angle meant many

shooters had differing wind conditions for their shoot at 800 yards. As usual, some showed better judgement and patience. At 900 yards, some shooters found the conditions to be more stable and their scores reﬂected this, but conditions still varied for others. The Shoot on Saturday, March 19th is a 3 Range Aggregate #3 (7 counting shots), at 300,500 and 600 yards. Mark Alexander.

Visitors are welcome to the range, contact details can be found on the Malvern Rifle Club Facebook page: Malvern Rifle Club.

MEN’S TRIPLES

Results 10th March, 2022 Women’s Golf MATCH OF THE DAY: LGU & PUTTING 18 Holes: Silver: J Collins +4.3 N. Weavers +4.3 Bronze I: L Smith +1.3 K Battersby +6.3 Bronze II: R Pilbrow +1.3 T Craig +3.3 N Viney +5.3 S Gillespie +10.3 Putting: R Pilbrow 26 9 Holes: C McDonald -2.9 V McKenzie +3.1 Putting: J Jenkins 12 Two’s: S Farrar

Results 12th March, 2022 COMBINED NETT HORSEBURGH CUP WINNERS: 1st: D Benn & M Westland =147 2nd: T Michael & M Parrington =147 3rd: D Redfern & J Redfern =147 4th: K Adams & D Gibbs =150 5th: K Nagayama & E Hawker =150 6th: B Nahkies & D Mckay =153 NEAREST PINS: #3: S Hygate #9: D Redfern #13: B Hopkins #17: W Watson MEN’S LONGEST DRIVE: G Hawker LADIES LONGEST DRIVE: D Macdonald LADIES LONGEST PUTT: J Benn LONGEST PUTT: J Benn TWO’S: W Watson & D Redfern x2 T Michael, S Jeffs.

800

900

Total

C Kershaw 73.007 74.005 147.012 A White 74.005 72.008 146.013 Andre Du Toit 72.006 73.006 145.012 TR B S Kershaw 71.006 67.004 138.010 A Orr 61.003 73.006 134.009 M Chui 64.001 68.002 132.003 B Brown 62.002 69.005 131.007 P Carter 60.002 54.003 114.005 D Alexander 65.005 65.005 FTR C Ledbrook 78.001 77.002 155.003 M Alexander 73.000 82.002 155.002 Allison du Toit 76.001 72.002 148.003 FPR R Bao 75.002 86.004 161.006

MALVERN TWILIGHT TENNIS Final Results

To find out more about becoming a volunteer visit: join.stjohn.org.nz

GREENDALE GOLF

Saturday, March 12th Class TR A

A Grade

Ross Meder, Station Manager Darfield.

WAIMAK GOLF

Results: Men’s Open Grade: 1st: Scott Butterick (Hoon Hay) 2nd: Carl Tyson (Oxford) Plate: Luke Gordon (Malvern) Men’s A Grade: 1st: Hayden De Burger (Malvern) 2nd: James O’Keefe (Burnside) Plate: Rodney Fairbrass (Malvern) Men’s B Grade: 1st: Julian Main (Malvern) 2nd: Jeff Rutten (Ashburton) Plate: Steve Scobie (Football) Mixed Division 1: 1st: Sarah Clausen (Malvern) 2nd: Eric Rutten (Malvern) Plate: David De Burger (Malvern). To ﬁnd out more about Malvern Squash Club contact them on Facebook.

Simply Smashing

Darﬁeld

Westies

West Melton

105 99

Chappies

Darﬁeld

Hard to see who won between Westies and Chappies! Backhanders Kirwee 92 Twilight Zone

West Melton

Ramparts

Sheffield

3 Generations

Courtenay

Ace

Darﬁeld

Headstrong

Darﬁeld

Hotshots

Hororata

Booby prize: Hotshots

B Grade

The Darfield bowling team consisting of Ashley Paul, Willy Parker and Scott Churton had a close Final in the Malvern Men's Triples, against Oxford, on February 27th. The trio came away with the win, but the scoreboard pictured shows just how close the game was.

We’re with Quinn

Darﬁeld

106

Sharks

Sheffield

Going Hard & Early

Kirwee

Racquettes

Courtenay

Stringless 5

Darﬁeld

Double Shots

Courtenay

Unfortunately, Hillbillies and Sole Sisters had to pull out. Booby prize: Double Shots

Friday 18th March 2022

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PUBLIC NOTICES

Darﬁeld High School Sport Fundraiser

PUBLIC NOTICES

SOUTH MALVERN NETBALL CLUB

Registrations Now Open for the 2022 Netball Season for all Grades sporty.co.nz/southmalvernnetballclub

Friday 1st April 2022

ACCOUNTANTS

For further information email southmalvern@gmail.com

‘Friendly & Supportive Accounting Practice & Bookkeeping Services’ Personal & Business Tax Returns, Business Compliance, GST & FBT Returns, Monthly Accounting, Annual Financial Accounting, PAYE/Payroll

IRD Approved Tax Agent

Hororata Golf Club 12noon Shotgun Tee Off Teams & Individual Stableford

E: jocelyn@jmAccounting.co.nz

$60pp or $200 team entry includes food & prizes

PUBLIC NOTICES

Ph: 021 589 199

Sponsor a Hole for $500 Includes: 4 free entries, food & drinks vouchers.

Sheffield FREE BOOK EXCHANGE

Advertise your business on the day and through social media.

Be at the Sheffield Hall on

Raising funds to support teams & individuals that represent DHS Entries: sport@darﬁeld.school.nz or Pip Deans 021 279 7857

SUNDAY 20 MARCH

12 - 3pm For the community book exchange!

Limited to 100 players Bank details: 123147 0207317 00 Ref Name & GOLF

KIRWEE PLAYERS AUDITIONS On the back of a very successful 2021, Kirwee Players are ‘Turning on the Tap’ with their latest production of ‘Singin in the Rain’. This classic song and dance, based on the movie of the same name, is set in the golden age of silent films and their transition to talkies. Join us in 1920s Hollywood and follow silent film star Don Lockwood as he taps his way into the heart of Kathy Seldon, a lowly chorus girl, with songs, you know like ‘Singin in the Rain’ and ‘Good Morning’. There is still time to sign up for an audition so that you can be a part of this spectacular event. Visit Kirwee Players on Facebook or visit their website: www.kirweeplayers.org.nz be quick though, auditions start Friday 18th and run all weekend.

FUNDING AVAILABLE The Malvern Community Board has some funds available un l 30 June to community groups and individuals based in Malvern for: • • • •

Community projects Capacity building for individuals Individual and team representation at events Seed funding for special events and projects.

Check out Funding and Grants on the Selwyn District Council website, collect an applica on form from your library/service centre, or talk to your local Board member.

The following details were correct to our knowledge at the time of going to print, dates may be subject to change due to Covid. MARCH 2022: • Now South Malvern Netball Club Registrations Open • Now - 24 March Te Huanui Art Gallery Exhibition Darfield • 20th Mar 12pm Sheffield Free Book Exchange Sheffield Hall • 22nd Mar 10am Advertising Deadline for Malvern News • 28th Mar 4pm Malvern Community Board Zoom Meeting • 31st Mar Applications close for Westview Special Fund APRIL/MAY 2022: • 1st April 12pm Darfield High School Golf Tournament Hororata Golf Club • 6th April 7pm Malvern Community Arts Council AGM Te Huanui Art Gallery • 2, 9, 16 & 23 May Starting A Business Later In Life Programme

Friday 18th March 2022 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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CATTERY

CATTERY BASED IN OXFORD Run solely for the comfort & convenience of the cats! Pick-up & delivery available.

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

CHURCH NOTICES

Darfield Life Church

SUNDAY 20TH MAR 2022

CARPET NEED carpet? Go local! Very competitive pricing, seldom beaten. 30 years DRIVEWAYS servicing this area. In home sample service, also LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards repairs and installations. and dairy lanes our speciality. Please phone Alan Roberts Screened rotten-rock, it’s local and lasts better. 021 227 2080. Phone Springfield Quarry on CLEANING 318 4132. CARPET/Window Cleaning. Thorough job, good price, quick drying. Highly recommended. Phone/ text Robert anytime on 027 299 9599. CHIMNEY CLEANING 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. 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’

At 10:30am

Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

TRY THE HOT MIX! E pos available.

All top quality, clean wood.

Phone Rini 027 451 7300

HEDGEHOG

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

Hedge Trimming in Canterbury

Steve & Patience Pona Ph: 022 642 5805 17 North Terrace, Darfield

Call Don today on

FARM COMPLIANCE

021 066 3011 or 03 318 2983

Upcoming audit on your mind? Looking for support with staﬀ, documenta on, implementa on of systems? Call Kat 021 244 5942

FOR SALE

FIREWOOD

R K FIREWOOD Supplying wood for this Winter!

HEDGE TRIMMING

BELLADONNA wedding dress, 34-36 bust, slimline down. Offers. Ph 021 161 6856. 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.

FIREWOOD

6m3 from $480.00 Delivery fee may apply! Phone 03 312 4637 or 021 260 4520 WINZ Email: e.wakelin@outlook.com APPROVED

FOR HIRE

- Diggers, Tractors, Machinery etc

 11.5 tonne Bulk Tip Truck - Shingle Supplies, On Farm Grain, Landscape Supplies etc

Ph Craig 027 222 1632

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

SPIDERBAN NC LTD

Darfield owned and operated since 2008. Call Brian Walker for your pest control requirements!

0800 667 778

• Half size tractor for

ROOM TO RENT

easier access

• Up to 6m height topped • Branch size up to 50mm • Cutter drops material to

SINGLE lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Internet, sky TV. $170pw. Phone 027 479 1431 or 318 3660.

PAINTING & DECORATING

SHEEP SHEARING

at 5m or less

side of hedge.

MOBILE SHEEP

SHEARING

021 125 1613

• Drenching • Foot Trimming • Crutching • General Animal Welfare Advice. Call Shaun Adams for a quote on

FULLY INSURED

021 204 1274

PAINTING & DECORATING

‘For all your decorating needs’

Micky Conway

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

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 PROPERTY WANTED

 20 tonne Transporter

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

PROPERTY WANTED

PROPERTY WANTED TO PURCHASE I have a retiring farming couple wanting to purchase approx 2 ha with a house in the Selwyn District. Contact Grant McIlroy

027 345 9262

Friday 18th March 2022

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SCRAP METAL 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. 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

SITUATION VACANT

CASUAL  PART TIME  FULL TIME

SOFT FURNISHINGS MACHINIST REQUIRED for the Manufacture of Window Treatments in our Workroom here in Darfield We are looking for a new team member as our No. 1 Machinist of 20 years has decided to hang up her snips.

Day shifts, night shifts & weekend work available to suit your needs. agstaff.co.nz

• Must be able to work as a team • Punctuality, reliability and honesty required • Industrial Machining experience preferred as handling skills are essential for the manufacturing of soft furnishings • An eye for detail is essential, as we pride ourselves in our high quality manufacture Hours approximately 30 per week Please apply to Val or Ally - Phone 03 318 8896

Forklift Operators & Manufacturing Positions Available

0800 AGSTAFF jobs@agstaff.co.nz

CONSTRUCTION POSITION We construct new and relocated, maintain, recover a wide variety of greenhouses, animal shelters and other horticultural and agricultural structures. This will be a full-time permanent position based in the Izone in Rolleston with travel required around the South Island at times.

027 451 7300

Requirements:

TENANCY RURAL Tenancy Inspections & Property Maintenance. Contact Rebecca, by phone 027 313 2270, or email rebecca@ruraltenancy.co.nz SITUATION VACANT

Cleaner Dunsandel Wed & Thurs: 5 - 10pm Sat: 9am - 3pm Cleaning in a team, general cleaning du es. Above award rate paid. Phone Chris 021 199 3906

•

HAMMER HAND AND CONCRETE CARPENTER

Rural Building Solutions Ltd is a privately owned & operated company with an office based in Darfield. We specialise in Dairy Shed design and construction. Due to our increased work load we are now looking to fill 2 new permanent positions: • 1 x Hammer Hand • 1 x Concrete Carpenter Candidates must be reliable, have a driver’s license and be willing to travel for work. Previous experience would be an advantage but on the job training will be provided. If this sounds like you, please contact Nigel Hodges on 0274 270 557 or email nigel@ruralbuilding.co.nz.

• • • • • • •

• •

A basic understanding of construction techniques (could be helpful though not essential to the right person) Team player Current clean New Zealand drivers’ licence Reliable and self-motivated Working at heights experience (could be helpful) Must be ok with flexible start and finish times Must be available to travel South Island wide when required Experience as a hammer hand / skilled labourer / engineer/ jack of many trades would be an advantage but not essential Must be a New Zealand resident and /or eligible to work on a permanent basis without restrictions A clear drug test is a condition of offer of employment.

If you are interested in working with a great team and developing your skills, then please reply with a cover letter and resume to: info@tunnelhouse.co.nz or call Darren on 0800 219 934.

Seeking energetic people who share our love of the environment and the great outdoors!

Our Open Spaces division has a long-established reputation for providing a diverse range of services, including pest plant control, soft landscaping, hydro seeding, sports turf development and maintenance, roadside and specialist mowing and native habitat restoration. Join our team and learn a variety of skills and knowledge - our team of specialist will train and guide you. Just bring a positive attitude, take pride in your work, gel with the team and get stuck in to get whatever needs doing done. You will enjoy being physically active during the day as the role involves activities such as weedeating, knapsack spraying and native planting.

Please email your CV to hr@gsl.nz |

To find out more visit www.gsl.co.nz

Friday 18th March 2022 WANTED AMMUNITION and reloading equipment. Powder projectiles, presses etc. Any calibre rifle / shotgun. Anything hunting related. Cash buyer. Contact Rob 03 342 5885. DEAD, damaged or unwanted cars, including trucks & quad bikes, to buy. Please phone 03 318 0650. OLDER fibreglass kayak. Will pay cash. Phone 021 299 0937 WINDOW CLEANING WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES

Andrew Love

Contract Window Cleaning

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WINDOW REPAIRS

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

TRADES

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Locally owned and operated

03 318 3003 TRADES

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www.hunterglass.co.nz TRADES

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

Moss Treating:

roofs, footpaths & driveways.

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

Commercial  Residen al Free Quotes E: torque_roll@hotmail.com

M: 021 818 816

COUNTRY TOUCH ‘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 TINTING

TINT-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

www.tintawindow.co.nz TRADES

Heat pump supply, installation, servicing & maintenance All major brands Contact Nigel now for your no obligation free quote

P: 021 387 750 E: nigel@malvernair.co.nz

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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.

Qualified Certifying Plumber & Gasfitter

Tiler & Registered Water Proofer Look me up on www.mytradesman.co.nz

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Closed Saturdays

Jon Lawrence

Ph: 03 318 3699 Mob: 027 688 9103

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• 15.6" FHD Display • Core i7-1165G7,

or phone 03 318 1973 or 027 421 1637

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8GB DDR4 RAM

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Incl GST

1xUSB3.2 (Gen 1) Type C, 1xHDMI, 1xRJ45

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

Phone 03 420 1020 • 021 732 331

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

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

Friday

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25th March ‘22 ——————

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po box 26 kirwee

we’ll be there when you need us. guaranteed.

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

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

registered electrician

Simon O’Connell • Certifying Plumber M: 021 048 4799 E: simon@rpsltd.co.nz

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