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from the war, which he thought were really neat, and sparked the interest he has today.

Gus has collected numerous military items o Trade Me and via word of mouth, which has built up his collection of mainly day-to-day personal objects,

“Many items are becoming hard to get a hold of now, as people are donating them to museums, which is great as these pieces must be looked after and cherished for future generations,”Guscommented. In the last 5-6 years, Gus has organised many military displays at di erent events throughout the South Island, including the Air Show at Wanaka, Classic Fighters in Blenheim, Vintage Fest 2022 at Lincoln and our local Wheels and Wings. He

knows a great group of people which share the same interest that he can call on to bring additional items for the interactivedisplaysifrequired.

“There are many women who also sharemy passionforhistory and participate in the displays,” Guscontinued.

Gus sets up a campsite display at the events, which helps people get the feel of what it was like in the war for those serving.

“I thoroughly enjoy researching the history behind items I have, and think it’s important to keep history alivepassing knowledge on to people. The interactive displayshavebeenverypopular at shows and events, which is verypleasing,”Gusconcluded.

It is by word of mouth that thesedisplays becomeareality, so feel free to spread the word or get in touch with Gus if you would like a display at an upcomingevent.

Contact Gus at the Canterbury Regiments Living History Society (CRLHS) canterburyregiments@gmail.com

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St John is just one of several local

Community Patrol are some others.

Earlier this year, as part of National Volunteers Week, local St John sta celebrated, with just seven of the sta present clockingup200yearsequivalent

of service to their community. Most of those were still fully activemembers.

Last Sunday, we celebrated again, recognising our local volunteers. Because of the ongoing Covid pandemic, St John has not held Award events, so members have not been recognised by their peers.

Around fifty people gathered at our Darfield Station, where a number of members were honoured. Fourteen people who have given 260 years equivalent to St John were presented with service medals or bars, unfortunately,somewereunable to attend. Around fifty people gatheredatourDarfieldStation.

VolunteeringwithStJohn. VolunteeringwithStJohn.

Judging by the number of years of continuous service shown here, St John is worthyourtime!

St John needs you. If you feel you have what it takes to take up a role locally, we would love to hear from you. We have positions available currently for those that wish to train as Ambulance O cers, Events sta , as well as Youth leaders.

If Darfield is not your closest local community, then St

John Ambulances also operate in Rolleston and Leeston, with Youth also at West Melton, RollestonandLincoln.

Moreonvolunteeringinafuture edition,butifyoucan’twait,you can visit the St John website and have a look under ‘What we do, volunteering’. If you know someone involved with St John, starttheprocesswithachat.

Ross Meder, St John, Darfield.

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St John Service Award structure recognises 5 year increments of continuous service, with this latest celebration only recognising those with 10 years or greater. A medal is presented at Year 10, with a bar added for each 5 year block. Of course, there were others in the room that had completed many years of service as well, but outside theseanniversarybands.

Most of this service was for recognising operational involvement in Ambulance, Events or Youth, but also those that have served on the Area Committee or in some other capacity. This may be at a local level, but some have had input at a regional or national governancelevel.

Congratulations to all those recognised, your commitment to St John is truly appreciated. We also presented a ‘Priory Vote of Thanks’ to Jannetta ThomasJannetta ThomasJannetta Jannetta Thomas, formerly of Property Brokers, for herongoing work fundraising for St John. Her e orts are greatly appreciated.

Helen MoulderHelen MoulderHelen Moulder was in great form on Sunday, October 2nd, with her solo play, 'The Bicycle and the Butcher's Daughter', when she took to the stage at the Darfield Recreation Centre. The audience was treated to a fun night, and giggles and laughter were heard throughout theproduction.HelenMoulder,a former Darfield Primary School pupil, bought to life five characters in her play, which is directedbySue RiderSue SueRider Rider Rider.

The Malvern Community Arts Council (MCAC) - Performing Arts Committee bought the production to Darfield with financial assistance from Creative Communities, Selwyn District. ‘The Bicycle and the Butcher'sDaughter’ispartofthe o ering for 2022 from Arts on Tour NZ, which organises tours of outstanding New Zealand performers to rural and smaller centres.

Earlier this year the Committee bought to Darfield ‘Albieand the Wolves’, which was also part of the Arts on Tour 2022 selection. Helen is no stranger to Darfield audiences, having toured with ‘Playing Miss Haversham’ and ‘Gloria's Handbag’. She attended Darfield Primary in the 1950s when her Father was Post Master. Helen was about six years old when the Queen came to Darfield and has fond memories of this occasion waving her flag beside her school friend Diane Beveridge Beveridge (Woodward).

'The Bicycle and the Butcher's Daughter' is a play about family, food and di erent ways of

lookingattheworld.Wemetfive di erent characters who each argued their own point of view and followed the progression of the story through their eyes. The audience built up a picture of what happens, complete with fake news, as well as the mysteriousbicycle.

The MCAC Performing Arts Committee were pleased that they could finally bring live theatre back to Darfield with this production. The audience went away relaxed and in good humour with smiles on their faces.

Melissa Jebson, Chairperson

Malvern Arts Council, Performing Arts Committee.

SWELL - AGEING WELL IN SELWYN

Held annually in October, SWELL - Aging Well in Selwyn aims to bring older residents together through organisations and activities, which support wellbeing and inclusion within thecommunity.

FromMonday,October10thuntil Sunday, October 23rd, take a stroll through some of Selwyn’s most beautiful gardens or take a guided walk throughHarts Creek in Leeston, or the Li ey walk in Lincoln - both rich with fascinating flora, fauna and nativebirdlife. Tieupyourlacesandgoforwalk around Selwyn Sports Centre’s 240m indoor walking track. Whileyou’rethere,try yourhand

at table tennis, pickleball and indoorbowls.

Learn how to be safe on the internet or gain insight into planets, stars and galaxies that makeupoursolarsystem.

Getcreativewithembroideryand cross stitch, create a scrapbook to keep all your memories or paint your own watercolour greetingcard.

Don’t miss the SWELL Expo on Monday, October 17th, it’s free to attend with over seventy exhibitors!

Learn which social activities and community groups in Selwyn to join and everything you need to know about healthcare, life planning, volunteering and

travel.

Bring your family or friends along, as there will be live entertainment, guest speakers, food and market stalls for everyonetoenjoy.

To find out more and book yourself in, pick up a copy of the What’s on in Selwyn brochure from your local library or Council Community Centre, visit: selwyn.govt.nz/swell or see adverCsement alongside for further details.

MCLEANS ISLAND PUMP TRACK

On Sunday, October 2nd, the new pump track and drag strip at McLeans Forest was o cially opened. The launch included bike races, prizes, track demonstrations and a sausage sizzle.

Parks and Forests Manager Chuck DowdellChuck DowdellChuck DowdellChuck Dowdell said, “the new features will be an asset to the community.

“We were delighted to launch the new pump track and drag strip,wheremountainbikeriders can build their skills and have fun. We’re hoping this will also encourage new riders to get out thereand have ago. Weseethis as added value to the o erings atMcLeansIsland.”

Races for fastest lap, longest pump (no pedalling), and drag races took place throughout the day. Regional park rangers awarded prizes to race winners

and also handed out spot prizes ontheday.

Experienced mountain bike riders from the Christchurch Singletrack Club demonstrated howtousethepumptrack.

The new pump track is designed for riders to practice their pumping, cornering and jumping skills.

The drag strip includes multiple rollers and is wide enough for tworiderstotesttheirskillsside byside.

This original feature, designed by Dirt Trailbuilding, may be the firstofitskindinNewZealand.It wasinspiredbyRedBullStraight RhythmtrackinCalifornia. This is stage one of the

new developments planned to enhance the visitor experience at McLeans Forest. Stage two and three will include the addition of a skills track, mini roadsystemandfoodforest. McLeans Forest, part of Waimakariri River Regional Park, is already a popular destination for mountain bikers, boasting 17km of mountain bike loops suitableforallagesandabilities. There are also 11km of walking andrunningtracks.

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BOUNDARY DISPUTES

By Kerryn Penn, Planner, Baseline Group.

For most people, purchasing their own home will be their biggest investment. Whether it’s your first time or not, you undoubtedly want the experience to be positive with no unexpected issues. To avoid anysurprises,itisimportantthat you undertake comprehensive due diligence. This includes checking the Record of Title and associated survey plan to ensure everything is true and correct, especially the sites' boundaries as to avoid any potential boundary disputes between neighbours.

Boundary encroachments are typically overlooked by many who are looking to purchase a property, as it is commonly assumed that all boundary

features (fences or hedges, etc.) are in the correct place. However, mistakes can happen duetovarious reasons,including replacement of boundary features, re-development of sites, technical survey issues and change of ownership, etc. These encroachments can be as small as having your shared boundary out by 20mm due to a fence being replaced. Or it could be as extreme as your neighbour using or having developed an area of your property. In the latter instance, thiscanhavesignificantfinancial consequences, especially when you look to capitalise on your investmentbysubdividing.

Once a boundary encroachment is identified, whether it’s significant or not, it’s recommended that a boundary survey is undertaken to confirm the extent of any encroachment. This will provide you with clarification of the situation, allowing you to decide on the next steps with confidence.

If you suspect you have an encroachment, it is recommended that you engage a land expert such as a planner or surveyor, who will be able to provide you with a solution. It may be as simple as going to your neighbour with the encroachment evidence and asking them if they are open to moving any boundary fences to allow you to enjoy

the full extent of your property. Alternatively, you may wish to sell them the portion of your property they currently occupy at current market prices (a land valuation may be required). If they agree, a formal transfer of land ownership will be required, including a sales and purchase agreement. Part of this process involves applying for a boundary adjustment by way of a subdivision to the Council. A planner can liaise with a surveyor (who will provide the required scheme plan), write and lodge a subdivision application and liaise directly with Council sta to get you an approved consent. After or during the resolution of your boundary encroachment, you may want to explore the full potential of your property through subdivision and or development with your hired planningconsultant. Overall, it’s important to be aware of potential boundary encroachments before you purchase a property as can have significant financial implications. However,ifyou find a neighbour encroaching on your property, engaging a land development expert such as a planner can result in a tailored solution best fittedforyou.

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RAKAIA GORGE DELAYS IN OCTOBER

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency crews will be rebuilding the highway at the same time as logging contractors are felling trees, on the inland Rakaia Gorge Road, SH77, from this week to the end of October, weekdays.

To do this work safely, the highway at Windwhistle, between Leaches Road and the Rakaia Gorge Bridge, will be closed from 8am to 5pm, opening at the top of each hour. People need to anticipate up to an hour’s delay west of Windwhistle.

“We know this will be

inconvenient for drivers and encourage everyone to plan their trips around the openings if possible,” commented Jessica Jessica McFarlane McFarlane McFarlane, Network Manager forWakaKotahi.

“The road will be closed in both directions, although emergency vehicles will be accommodated as quickly as possible. Most of the trees being removed are invasive wilding pines that are shading the highway,” Jessica concluded.

For updates visit: https://For updates visit: https:// www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/ www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/ www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/ www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/

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MILESTONE REACHED

The Selwyn District Council and the Hororata Community Trust have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) around the creation of a communityhubinthetownship. Mayor Sam BroughtonSam SamBroughtonBroughtonsigned the MOU this week confirming the Council will transfer the Hororata Community Hall and surrounding endowment landtotheTrust,alongwithagrantof$1million to support the trust in building the new communityhub.

The MOU underlines that the Council and the Trust will work togetherand arecommitted to an ongoing partnership in relation to achieving positive outcomes for the Hororata community. TheMOUcommitstothebuildingofthenewhub tobeginwithinthenextfouryears.

“The Council has been working withtheHororata community and with the Trust for a number of years with a view to building a new community

facility for the township, and the MOU is an important stage in that process,” commented CouncilChiefExecutiveDavid WardDavid DavidWardWard.

“The Council is excited to have this agreement in place and confirm its support for the Trust to get thecommunityfacilitybuilt.Alotofhardworkhas gone into this from all sides to ensure Hororata receives a facility that meets its needs now and into the future, and this is a positive step towards seeingthatcompleted,”concludedDavid.

Hororata Community Trust Trustee Richard Richard Richard Lang LangLang Lang said, “it was an important day for the trust.

The Hororata Community Trust and the Go Hororata Committee are pleased to have reached an agreement with the Council and to be moving forward with this project. We are looking forward to developing avibrant community hub which will feature our area's heritage and celebrate our stories”.

DARFIELD

Premium Opportunity Awaits 48 Graeme Foote Street

New brick home on large 1,711m2 section, 3 bedrooms, office, 2 bathrooms, modern kitchen, dining, lounge, north facing to capture the sun.

offers considered, vendors want sold.

KIRWEE

Private & Quiet with Space 10 St Andrews Lane

Set on 1027m2 section in a quiet cul-de-sac, well fenced and secure. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large open-plan living, separate lounge, and office. Fibre internet. For Sale by Deadline, closing 2pm 20th October 2022. Open Home: 1pm - 1:30pm Sunday.

JennyGallagher,BobMugford,SamBroughton,RichardLang, CraigBlackburn,HeleneYoungman.

The final Board meeting for this three year electoral term was held on Tuesday, September 27th, in the Darfield Library/Service Centre, with the Chief Executive in attendance to assist and provide information. The Chair, Mr John Morten and Board membersMrsKarenMearesandMrsJudithPascoearenotseeking re-electionandpresentedshortvaledictoryspeechesreflectingon their time as members of the Board. Mr Morten also thanked Board members fortheirwork overthepast threeyears,theChief ExecutiveforhisadviceandtheBoardSecretaryforhersupport.

• Information was presented in the Public Forum on the damage being done to Clinton Street and its grass berm by heavy vehicles parking on the sides of the street, especially overnight. Staff are to provide advice to the Board and the residents presenting the information on parking regulations and possible remediation.

• Board members noted that remediation will also be needed for footpaths in Kirwee on new streets where houses are being built and asked for a timeframe for this and the routine maintenance of the Kirwee Cemetery and Fowler Reserve. Staff agreed to keep residents informed of these timeframes. An update on the causes and future remediation of flooding in Kirwee was also requested.

• A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between the Selwyn District Council and the Hororata Community Trust to create a Community Hub in the Township. The ownership of the Hororata Community Hall has been transferred to the Trust, plus a grant of $1 million made by the Council. The building of the new Hub will start within the next four years.

• Work will begin shortly in Tussock Square, Darfield, on the planned Japanese Garden to commemorate the relationship with Yubetsu, the Board’s sister city. The plan for this was approved last year, and the garden will occupy the southwest corner of the Reserve, where large trees have been removed.

• The Board approved a grant application from the Malvern Youth Trust to assist with the presentation of a Wellness Summit at Darfield High School on the topic of mental health. Also approved was a grant to the Selwyn Fireworks Charitable Trust to assist with the costs of the Selwyn Fireworks Event with the proviso that a bus was provided for travel to and from the Malvern Ward to the event in line with the buses being provided from other Selwyn areas.

The first meeting of the newly elected Board will be on a date to be advised, at the Darfield Library/Service Centre.

Please contact the Board secretary board.secretary@selwyn.govt.nz to make an appointment if you wish to speak at a Board meeting about any community issue that concerns you or in support of a grant application.

Please be reminded that there is funding available for community projects in the 2022/2023 year in the Malvern Community Board Discretionary Fund, which can be applied for on Council’s website at https://www.selwyn.govt.nz/services/funding-And-grants/ discretionary-funding.

For further information on this funding, please email the Accounts Officer on grants@selwyn.govt.nz or talk to any Board member.

GAMES SUCCESS

Interschools Mounted Games

Pairs Championships as the defendingtitleholders.

This pair proved they are a

winning combination by taking thewinagainthisyear.

There were seventeen pairs entered (five from DHS) and for some it was their first time, everyone enjoyed the excitementandchallenges.

Pairs work their way through a variety of obstacle courses that show off the rider’s horsemanship, agility, ability, andathleticism.

Results:

• SamPartingtonandDustin Rowlands-Champions

• AngelHulstonandMandy Mead-1stinBfinal(9th overall)

• MackenzieRowlandsandIsla Swords-2ndinBfinal(10th overall)

• CruHulstonandRyan Partington-4thinBfinal (12thoverall)

• BridgetMoirandEmma Crawford-5thinBfinal (13thoverall).

Above:SamandDustin ontheirponies.

Darfield High School students (DHS), Dustin RowlandsDustin RowlandsDustin Rowlands and Sam PartingtonSam PartingtonSam PartingtonSam Partington, recently headed into the South Island

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE REAL ESTATE MARKET

There’s been so much media dialogue around the real estate market that it can be di cult to decipher what is happening. What we do know for sure is that there are “markets within markets” and most regions are experiencing very di erent activity. For example, since the peak in November 2021, we haveseenmedianprices ease. In the past six months, the median price across New Zealand has decreased by 9.6%, while Wellington has seen a decrease of 21.6% - from $995,000 in February 2022, to $780,000 in August. These are the greatest six-month drops each has experienced since REINZ records beganin1992.

The median house price change forCanterbury year-on-yearfrom August 2021-2022 was up 4.8% to $650,000. Here, we saw a typically slow month in August, and this was compounded by concerns around rising interest rates and inflation, but September saw early signs of a

spring lift, as vendors (owners) balance price expectations with reality. That said, some properties are staying on the market for longer. Enlisting a trusted real estate professional to e ectively market your property, so it stands out and attracts buyer interest, is vital to achievingasuccessfuloutcome.

Our Property Brokers agents can be trusted to give you professional and honest advice from the beginning. This starts with an honest appraisal, which is vital in establishing an e ective marketing strategy, to ensureyou do not remainonthe market any longerthanrequired. Oursuccess rateinselling isdue to our agents working closely alongside you, who are backed by our entire team to ensure an e ective and successful outcome. If you are thinking of selling, we would love to hear fromyou.

Jackie Derrick, Property Brokers Area Manager.

WRITERS’ WORKSHOP POPULAR

A two-hour creative writing workshop with award-winning author Heather McQuillanHeather McQuillan held last Saturday at the Darfield Library attracted twenty three writers from throughouttheSelwynDistrict. The workshop included exercises and discussion designed to help writers dig deep, using their life experiences and all five senses to produce interesting and creativepiecesofwork.

The workshop was organised by the Malvern Writers’ Cafe and funded by the Creative New Zealand - Selwyn District Creative Communities Scheme.

The Malvern Writers’ Cafe o ers support in a friendly and non-judgemental environment and meets on the second Tuesday of the month at the Darfield Library from 10am-12pm. Writers from all genres and experiencepublished and non-publishedarewelcome.

For

Thosewhoattendedtheworkshoporganisedbythe MalvernWriters’Caféthoroughlyenjoyedit.

UPSKILLING WORKING DOGS

Recently theMalvernCollieClub hosted the Tux sponsored Steve Steve Steve Kerr Kerr Kerr Training Day at Annavale Station. The car park paddock looked like an advert for Toyota Hilux with utes (there were also some other brands) in various states of 'shininess' parked up, all sharing the addition of a canopy or quintessential dog boxontheback!

Around 50-60 people attended the event bringing their Heading dogs and Huntaway's for some one-on-one tuition with Dog TriallingandTrainingguruSteve Kerr.

Tux are keen to sponsor and upskill working dog owners and run a series of training sessions around New Zealand as well as sponsordistrictandnationalDog Trials.

The youngest dog showing its natural abilities was a three month old bitch pup, with the owner receiving advice and training on how to ensure that the pup and her litter mates reached their full potential. Right up to experienced older dogs, over nine years old, whose

owners wanted to iron out some bad habits the dog and owner hadpickedupovertime!

A wide range of dog owners, trialenthusiasts,shepherds,farm and station managers attended the event, and each dog got personal one-on-one time with the expert Steve Kerr and six woollyAnnavaleewes.

Farmlands Darfield put on a delicious sausage sizzle (thanks, Rod RodRod Rod and Charlotte Charlotte Charlotte Charlotte), and Raro (Aaron ApiiAaron Aaron Apii) from Tux was on hand to talk nutrition and why they sponsor these events. Overall the ages of the working dogs was quite well reflected in the equivalent ages of the ownersandsupporters.

Steve said, “the main thing an ownerofaworkingdogcandois be consistent. Keep telling your dog to stop or stand or which side to go onthe sheep, and use

your body position with the sheep to help the dog understand if they're doing things right or wrong. Also, never try to train a dog if you havehad a frustrating day orare in a hurry. Being calm will put thedogsatease-andremember -allyourdogwantstodoishelp you!”

Agreatdaywashadbyall,which highlighted the specialised trainingaworkingdog(andtheir owner)needs.

The Dog Trial season starts very soon, so if you are looking for a great day out, head along and watchthetrialistsandtheirdogs work as a team to move a small mobofsheeparoundanobstacle courseandultimatelyintoapen. Finally, a big shout out to everyone who took time out fromlambingtoattend! Kim Lewis.

AhuntawaybeingputthroughitspacesattheTrainingDay.

Athreemontholdpupusingitsnaturalinstincttoholdthe ewesagainsttheshepherds.

TARGET SHOOTING

On Sunday, October 2nd, two small-bore teams from Darfield High School attended the Target Shooting New Zealand Secondary School Nationals. The competition was shot at five di erent locations around the countrywithtwentyseventeams of three. Our Darfield teams competedattheRangioraRange.

Darfield’s first team consisted ofPiper BenbowPiper BenbowPiper Benbow,Liam BarnhillLiam BarnhillLiam Barnhill

and Ryan BoothRyan BoothRyan Ryan Booth. Darfield’s second team consisted of Blake WoolleyBlake Woolley Woolley, Seth WrightSeth WrightSeth Seth and Rylan YoungmanRylan YoungmanRylan YoungmanRylan Youngman. Both teams did exceptionally well, especially since it was their first competition.

Our first team placed second in the country and only one point behindthewinners,WaitakiBoys High School. Our second team placed eleventh in the country,

which was an amazing result given the boys have not shot in thismatchbefore.

L-R:RyanBooth,LiamBarnhill,RylanYoungman, BlakeWoolley,SethWright,PiperBenbow.

After a long recess due to Covid, there was a wonderful gathering of members for the Spring Flower Show held at the DarfieldRecreationCentreonTuesday,September20th.

A great number of entries ensured a beautiful display of flowers thathadalldonesowellthisyear.Patron, AnnaClark AnnaClark AnnaClark AnnaClarkpresented awards.

Results:

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memberstipsonpresentingexhibits-petalsand leavesneedto be faultless, and flowers need to be ‘smiling’ at the judges that islookingupfromtheirvase.

Upcoming events were discussed, with many garden tours on offer.

A Christmas lunch is planned to be held - a venue, date and timewillbeadvised. JewelCrocker JewelCrockerwontheluckynumber. ThenextmeetingwillbeheldonTuesday,October 18th,andnewmembersarealwayswelcome.

Lee Stokes.

Shooters from around the country were then ranked individually to be selected for the Island teams (twelve shooters fromeachIsland),Piper and Ryan were both selected for the South Island team. Liam, Seth, Blake and Rylan then shot the plate match, which is designed to mix up shooters from all di erent schools to competeinateamtogether. Rylan was in the ‘Tui’ team (the captain of the plate teams chooses the name), which took first place. Congratulations to Liam,Seth,BlakeandRylan,they all did very well, and Blake shot a personal best of 99.3 to round out his day. They all had some fun and enjoyed the experience withtheothershooters. The South Island team beat the North Island by 42 points! O the back of that performance, Piper and Ryan were both selected for the New Zealand team to compete in a postal match against Great Britain. For thewholeday,Piperplacedthird overall and Ryan fourth, he also took out top boy nationally. It was a very full day but very rewarding not only intheresults but in the experience gained. It was amazing to have two teams from Darfield High School shooting, and we are looking forward to seeing what the upcoming shooters can achieve nextyear.Hopefully,itwillallbe shoulder to shoulder at a single venue, and you can experience thegreattripassociated

Piper Benbow.

DarfieldHighSchoolTargetShooters

SPRING WORD SEARCH

SUDOKU CHALLENGE

HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY:HOW TOHOW TO PLAY: Each row, column and square (9 spaces each) needs to be filled with the numbers 1-9, without repeating any numbers within the row, column or square. Goodluck! Goodluck!

HAPPY COLOURING!

AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED

The winners of the inaugural Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) Awards wereannounced at a gala dinner at the Napier War Memorial Centre on Thursday,September29th. It was a celebration of the people, innovation, technologies and management systems that makeNew Zealand’sgrass-based red meat industry worldleading.

Andrew MorrisonAndrew MorrisonAndrew Andrew Morrison, Chairman of B+LNZ reflected on the achievements of the sector over the last couple of years and its resilience in maintaining strong exportsinlightofCovid-19.

“Environmentally, our sheep and beef production systems are amongst the most sustainable in the world with around twenty four percent of New Zealand’s native vegetation flourishing on our sheep and beef farms, and oneoftheworld’s lowest carbon footprints.”

Throughout the evening, the finalists of the eight award categories were introduced and winners announced. The Awards ceremony concluded with the presentation of the Regional LeadershipAward.

The Gallagher Innovative

Farming Award was won by the Canterbury-based calf rearing business Maatua Hou. They created a viable business on a small land holding while demonstratinganalternativecalf rearing model that reduces bobby calf wastage, which is at the heart of the Maatua Hou business.

Set up by four couples who saw an opportunity to think outside of the square, Maatua Hou owns a 34ha drystock block at Burnham. They set up what they describe as an alternative calf-rearing model, one where the supplier cashflows calf rearing costs and profitsareshared.

Judges commented that Maatua Hou provided an innovative and scalable solution to the vexing problemofbobbycalves.

As a business model, they believed it demonstrated an opportunity to build a dairy support industry. They added that Maatua Hou was an interesting innovation that had its strengths in the partnership between producers and finishers and the sharing of benefits and returns.

Maatua Hou representative, James Booker BookerJames Booker said, “they were delighted that their operation won the Award. It’s great the model got recognition, it highlights the need for a di erentapproachtocalfrearing and the strong emphasis on better relationships between rearers and the industry as a whole.

“We are into our third season and have ironed out any kinks we had in the prior two seasons. Sta training is important to us as this operation is a side project, but all couples are involved in the farming industry insomeshapeorform.

“We would like to thank all our suppliers for their support and look forward to working with existingandnewsuppliersinthe future,”Jamesconcluded.

MaatuaHourepresentativesBrendanKelly,JamesBooker withGallagherrepresentativeDarrellJones.

COALGATE BOWLING CLUB

The 2022/2023 season at Coalgate Bowling Club got underway on Saturday, October 1st, with a roll up before lunch, followed by asausagesizzleand

yummies,allsortedbyourlovely cateringcommittee.

AfterwardsPatron,Murray GriceMurray GriceMurray Grice, presented the various 2022 Club Championship trophies to

thewinners.

Members and visitors continued to honetheirskills onthegreen, with their eye on the Malvern 5s competition, which gets underwayonOctober8th. Championshipwinnerswere: Fours: Fours: T.Fickling(s), G.DeLorenzo,C.Gull,F.Taylor Triples: Triples: R.Harwood(s), R.Morrison,G.VanHerpt Pairs: Pairs: Pairs: R.Harwood(s), G.DeLorenzo

Singles: Singles: Singles: Singles: R.Harwood Junior Singles:Junior JuniorSingles: Singles: C.Gull Colts: Colts: C.Gull.

TriplesWinners2022.

Ron Harwood, Coalgate Bowling Club President.

KIRWEE BOWLING CLUB

On Saturday, October 1st, as members and visitors looked on, the two Patrons of Kirwee Bowling Club, Betty HendersonBetty HendersonBetty HendersonBetty Henderson and Jim BrookerJim BrookerJim BrookerJim Brooker, delivered the firstjackandthefirstbowlofthe season. There was a round of applause as Jim’s bowl came to rest, only half a metre from the jack! It was noted that both Patrons had turned ninety this year, giving another reason to celebrate.

The bowlers had rather chilly temperatures to contend with, as they played a friendly game of 2-4-2 on this first day of ‘summer’ bowls. However, the gamewas played ingood spiritalthough the players were relieved to return to the warm clubhouseafterwards!

The prizegiving delayed from last season due to Covid restrictions was held during afternoon tea. Dave KnightDave KnightDave KnightDave Knight, Kirwee Member and Malvern Patron, then said a few words, urging everyone to enjoy their bowls and to be prepared to

enter competitions they might not feel confident about entering. Many people lingered to socialise over a drink as the afternoondrewon.

Marian Galloway, on behalf of Kirwee Bowling Club.

BOWLS DARFIELD

Last Saturday, saw a contrast in weather compared to previous Bowls Darfield’s Open Days.

Everyone was dressed warmly to enjoy a chilly afternoon, with Patrons Olive McRaeOlive McRaeOlive Olive and Russell GreenRussell GreenRussell GreenRussell Green declaring the Clubopen.

“Club members also enjoyed the company of thirteen potential new members, both young and old, who came and tried bowls. Despite the miserable weather, new members played very well, picking up tips from Club members, who guided them

through games. We had lots of positive feedback, and judging by their enthusiasm, we will welcome them back again in the coming weeks,” commented Bowls Darfield Media Liaison, Hazel LittlejohnHazel HazelLittlejohn LittlejohnHazel Littlejohn.

“Afterwards, there were refreshments and a sausage sizzleforalltoenjoy.

“Don't worry if you missed our event, we are always open to new members, just come along andhaveago,”Hazelconcluded.

Openingtimes:

• TuesdayandThursday eveningsfrom5pm

• Tuesdayafternoons,Ladies from1.15pm

• FridaysSocialgettogether from5pm

• Saturdaysfrom1pm.

On Sunday, Darfield hosted Riccarton Racecourse Bowls Club for their annual friendly tournament. Darfield fielded a strong side of men and women, winning three games to one. NextyearseesDarfieldtravelling to Riccarton for the return tournament.

Newmembershavingabowlundertheguidanceof LorraineRoweandScottChurton.

President,AshleyPaulwithRussellGreenandOliveMcRae.

ClubPatrons,BettyHendersonandJimBrooker,both90yearsold.

Bettydeliveringthefirstjack.

Jimdeliveringthefirstbowl.

SamBroughton withDouglasEllis.

SELWYN RUGBY CLUB

Monday

Wellness

Darfield

Football

October,

October

GREENDALE GOLFGREENDALE

GREENDALE GREENDALE

HORORATA

WAIMAK

MALVERN

Stories from the Grave at Hororata

NOVEMBER

On this day we remember the departed

The Hororata Historical Society and St Johns Church members will combine to provide an evening of entertainment Meet at the first church at 5:30pm, located at Hororata Road, Scotts Road corner. You can purchase wine or beer (Cash bar only). Light food will be provided. Once the shadows fall, you will tour the graveyard and hear stories of some of the early settlers – people who were important in our local history, and some who were just as interesting for other reasons.

Entrance $10 pp (cash only paid at the door).

As spaces will be limited, we recommend you pre book before Friday October 21st by emailing the secretary Hororata Historical Society at hororatahistoricalsociety@gmail.com Sturdy shoes, a jacket and a torch will be required

Windwhistle Windwhistle Windwhistle

SocietyDistrict SocietyDistrict SocietyDistrict Society

Café Hope Open 10am SUNDAY

OCTOBER

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150 Years

Roger Bates (1958 – 2022)

Sue and the Bates’ whanau wish to thank all of those who have supported us with cards, messages, food, flowers and visits.

We truly appreciate the kindness shown to us and the ongoing support being offered during our time of loss. Please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our gratitude.

Special thanks to the Malvern Community Trust and their district nurse team for their care and kindness, alongside the Palliative Care team from Christchurch and Dr. Susie Marsh.

David Blatchford

28th June 1948 - 2nd July 2022

Following the passing of our very special Husband, Dad and Grandad - Louise, Becky, Duane, James and our families would like to express our sincere thanks for the cards, flowers, support and kind messages of sympathy we received, they were all very much appreciated. He is missed so very much every day and will be forever loved by us all.

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