ISSUE 1,068 - THURSDAY 22ND DECEMBER 2022

Merry Xmas from Jan

The Covid pandemic still hangs over our head and probably will do for a long time but for now we just need to keep on, keeping on. The return of annual, regular, and even new, events is great to see and it helps bring the community together to celebrate and helps take that feeling of uncertainty away.

Life at the ‘News continues to be reasonably busy and I appreciate everyone's continued support. A big thank you to all my advertisers, without you the

‘News wouldn’t exist. As the world changes to more of a digital, on-line and social media presence I often question myself if an old-fashion hard copy of the paper is still required.

But, if the paper, for reasons beyond our control, isn’t delivered on time we get multiple phone calls asking where it is. We also get people commenting to us how they love reading the local news and how easy it is to quickly find a phone number in the local ‘rag’.

This encourages me to keep on supplying our weekly community paper as we are aware not everyone is on facebook, or has access to the internet.

I couldn’t do it with the support, help and loyalty of my team.

My full-time staff member, Lucinda Jarvis , wears many hats within the business and is the main reason the business runs as smoothly as it does. She always goes above and beyond what is expected and I appreciate her for many reasons especially her loyalty, efficiency and over-all finger-on-the-pulse approach.

She is the main face behind the counter, the main voice behind the phone and has an awesome repour with customers and clients.

Part-time staff includes Chevonn Walker , Holly Moore and Abbi Moore

Many of you will know Chevonn from when she worked for me in the past. She missed us too much and we missed her more. We were lucky enough to have her in the office one day a week to help with all your advertising needs.

Holly started off doing work experience for me through the High School and now works two days a week as well as working part-time at Kirwee Challenge and studying full-time.

Holly helps out with a variety of

jobs, from packing papers, setting up the next paper and helping with invoicing.

She has an amazing personality and wherever she ends up in the future I know she will do extremely well.

Holly’s younger sister Abbi, started helping me out years ago and continues to work after school and during the school holidays. Abbi is very hard working but manages to be the entertainer of the office at the same time. She delivers papers around the area, does general office duties and keeps us on our toes. She is a very capable girl for her age and will be sorely missed when she ‘fly's the nest’.

Another person in our team is Nathan Carter who is our number one courier man. Each week he collects the papers from the office and takes them to the Rural Delivery (RD) drivers that are based out of Darfield. He also drives around and delivers the paper to each mailbox on one of the RD runs. He is very efficient, capable, enthusiastic and loves driving. Nathan is on the autism spectrum and is going through the transition process of gaining employment. I would highly recommend him to anyone that is looking for an employee that is punctual, resilient and willing.

Thanks also to Ryan Thomas who works the ‘night-shift’ when he is home from boarding school.

A final thanks to my team of people that also deliver the paper, either on foot, bike or car. You all play a key part in the process of the business and I appreciate you all.

Wishing you all a safe and merry Christmas and I look forward to helping you with your advertising or printing needs in 2023.

Jan

Thomas, Editor/Owner of Malvern News.

Lucinda

Jan Holly Abbi Chevonn

Merry Xmas from Sam

This time last year, we were all looking for the light at the end of a very long Covid-19 tunnel. This year we have been able to enjoy many great community events together, including the Hororata Highland Games and our agricultural shows, as well as just being able to smile at each another without masks as we pass one another in cafes and at gatherings. I’m proud to see our district on display and for our agricultural sector to be able to show its best.

Christmas is a time to reflect a spend time reconnecting with those that we might not have seen for a while, slowing things down and simply enjoying conversations. Christmas break is also an opportunity to recharge the batteries and step back from the things that take us away from our loved ones, put down the electronics and reach for a book or a board game. Liz and I will be taking some

time out with our daughter Elliott and our wider whanau to do just that and enjoy the very best that Waikirikiri Selwyn has

to offer. I trust you can do the same.

Merry Christmas, Mayor Sam.

2022 has been a challenging time for many, leading into Christmas can allow us to understand and appreciate what is truly important in our lives. Family, friends and community connections come to mind. It is also a good reminder of what a beautiful, safe and prosperous area we live in and to reach out to those less fortunate.

Santa (Bob) will be back in the Grotto from the 19th - 23rd of December, from 3pm to 6pmdon’t forget to visit, everyone is welcome.

We would like to thank you for your support at the recent Local Body Elections, with so much change anticipated, we hope to represent you and Malvern well. We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy holiday.

Bob and Lydia.

Season’s greetings Selwyn! It’s been a big year, and I hope you and your family have plans to take some time off and relax over the holiday period. As the year winds down, it’s a good opportunity to take stock ofand celebrate - all that’s been achieved.

community. It really matters to me that your views are clearly represented, so I do what I can to get out and about - as often as I can - across Selwyn.

Throughout the year, I have hosted several coffee catch ups in Darfield and Glentunnel, visited a range of different businesses in the area, such as Ballooning Canterbury and Tresillion Truffles, attended the Hororata Highland Games, and had a stall at the (slightly damp) Courtenay A&P Show.

As your elected representative, I have loved my second year as your MP and continue to learn a lot. My job is to take your voice to the decision-makers in Wellington, and do my best to make sure Government policies reflect what matters to our

My office and I have helped hundreds of constituents with a huge range of problems and issues - which has always been the most rewarding part of my role as your Member of Parliament. The General Election will be held next year, but the important business of representing you will continue as usual. Wishing you all the very best for a happy holiday season.

Nicola Grigg, MP for Selwyn.

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SHOP & FORECOURT ARE OPEN: 7am to 7pm - 7 days. CLOSED XMAS DAY ONLY! Open at 9am Boxing & New Year’s Day. Have a Merry & Safe Xmas & New Year!

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We love servicing the Selwyn area with all your tree needs and are thrilled to announce we are bringing another tree lover to the community.

In saying this, we are putting the harnesses, chainsaws and pruning gear down to focus on our family until early February. We are still available for emergency work and quotes so please get in touch if we can help with any of your tree needs.

Hope that you all have a great break and see you in 2023. The Sams + baby seedling (due any day now..)

Recently,averyspecialKirweeVolunteerFireBrigadepresentationtookplaceattheKirwee CommunityHall.AfteratwoyearwaitduetotheCovidpandemic,SFFStuBeggwasfinallypresented withhis25yearGoldStarforservicestotheKirweeVolunteerFireBrigadeandcommunity. StujoinedtheBrigadein1995andhasbeentheresidentsecretarysince1996,completingmorethan 25yearsinthisposition.Hehasbeenandstillis,agreatassettotheBrigade,andcontinuesservingthe Brigadeandhiscommunity.StuwaspresentedwithhisGoldStarbyVolunteerFireBrigadeAssociation PresidentMikeAllen,surroundedbyfamily,friendsandFirerepresentatives.

Above:VolunteerFireBrigadeAssociationPresidentMikeAllenwithGoldStarrecipientStuBegg.

Land Air Water Aotearoa (LAWA)

Waitaha/Canterbury has numerous stunning swimming spots to cool off in during the hot summer days, but it’s important to be aware of water quality issues and how to stay informed. Before heading to the beach, river or lake to swim, visit the Can I Swim Here? sec on of the LAWA website, and look for water quality signs when you’re there. Over the summer ECan monitor more than 100 popular swim and recrea on sites in Waitaha/Canterbury to check for bacteria (E. coli and enterococci) as well as poten ally toxic algae (cyanobacteria) that might be harmful.

To find out where is safe to swim visit: www.lawa.org.nz explore-data/canterbury-region

END OF AN ERA

New Zealand’s largest familyowned bus and coach company, Tranzit Group has acquired the long-standing Canterbury family-owned bus and coach company, Torlesse Travel.

The sale of Torlesse, which operated charter, direct resource services and some Ministry of Education school bus services, was completed on December 1st.

The sale and purchase agreement included Tranzit Group buying Torlesse Travel’s eighty charter and school buses as well as two Leopard coaches. In addition, Tranzit has leased all three Torlesse Travel depot sites and workshops located in Darfield, Oxford and Rangiora.

Tranzit Group Managing Director Paul Snelgrove said, “The two companies have always had a huge mutual respect and share similar family values, so when we were approached to buy the company, it was great timing as we were looking to grow our business and to have a permanent bus and coach base in the South Island.”

While Tranzit will be a new name in this part of New Zealand, the

company founded in 1924 in Wairarapa by Paul’s grandfather Albert Snelgrove, already has business interests in Christchurch. Their operating company Cross Country Rentals was established there in 2016, while Tranzit also operates Pacific Tourways (Auckland) Ltd and Bus Travel Ltd in both Auckland and Christchurch, with these driving teams now in full swing for the summer touring season.

“We are a family-owned transport and tourism company with our roots firmly in regional New Zealand -Wairarapa to be precise. We are committed to continuing the legacy that Grant Rabbidge has built in this part of Canterbury for more than twenty years, including taking on the core of their operations and continuing to deliver exceptional services,” Paul added.

Tranzit has spent several weeks working with the existing Torlesse team through a positive transition period and recently began the interview process to bring across as many of that team to ensure minimal disruption and continuity of services. This includes

welcoming over sixty drivers, mechanics and operations team members.

Torlesse’s Grant Rabbidge said, “He was pleased to be leaving his company in New Zealand ownership and in a safe pair of hands.

“Stepping back from the bus industry after more than twenty years servicing the terrific communities here in Darfield, Oxford and Rangiora has been a difficult decision for our family to make, however, we know this is the right outcome for our team as they can continue to work for Tranzit and continue to give our customers and suppliers continuity,” Grant concluded.

Paul added, “All Torlesse’s existing school bus services have continued as usual during the last of Term 4 under Tranzit with minimal disruption to parents, students and schools. Due to having the same vehicles, drivers and team.

“Starting in January 2023, there will be a soft transition and gradual introduction of Tranzit Coachlines fleet and brand into Canterbury,” Paul concluded.

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PEACE

OF MIND & MEMORIES

and to set goals for the New Year. There may have been new additions to your family that you may want to include in your Will.

The holiday season is full of reflection, goal setting, milestones and special occasions to celebrate, all of which typically require the updating of your estate plan.

New Year.

Hororata 103 Cotons Road

We share four festive reasons why you should take this opportunity to work with us, to complete your estate planning: The family are together. Having meaningful estate planning discussions can help us to deepen connections and to seek input from those we care about most. While this discussion is useful, your wishes and decisions are final. If you want some help with knowing how to start the estate planning conversation, start with a no-obligation phone call to your local Tavendale and Partners (TP) team. You are likely to be in the right, future-focused, mindset. The holiday season is a time to reflect on the year that has been

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A change to your estate. Although not the reason for the season, Christmas is often a time when gifts are exchanged. If you inherit property or money this holiday season, you may want to include it in your Will. Many families pass down sentimental gifts through generations.

If you receive a generational possession, you may know exactly who it should go to next, and the best way to ensure that happens is to record the direction in your Will.

Your TP team are local lawyers, that endeavour to make the process quick and painless. If you can’t make it happen before Christmas, take a step towards progressing the matter by booking an appointment for the

One of the most important gifts you can give your family is ‘peace of mind’. Tavendale and Partners Lawyers can assist with much more than just a Will. Your TP team can give you specialist legal advice, tailored to your circumstances, to ensure your wishes are recorded and your estate correctly administered in the future. December is here, and Christmas is near, get in contact with your local TP team for a free initial consultation. We are closed from Christmas Eve and re-open on January 16th, 2023.

See advertisement in this issue for contact details.

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At present the Baseline is 15kgN /ha/Vr.

Two scenario options have been modelled - one being if the property remains dryland and or two if the property is managed under CPW.

A report on the above will be available in the information memorandum.

The intending purchasers may consider livestock trading as an option with the Coalgate sale yards approximately 9km from the farm.

FIRST YEAR A SUCCESS

Approximately a year ago, Hann Harvest changed ownership from Jason and Anne Hann to Ed and Kate Hobson. The business is now known as Hauora Produce and they are still producing delicious berries. Hauora means health in Māori, the pair want to produce high quality, delicious and healthy produce. They felt the name aligned with their values and what they were wanting to achieve, so felt this was the perfect new name for the business.

Ed grew up in Te Pirita on a family farm, attending Hororata Primary before being shipped off

to boarding school. He has always worked in or around the agriculture sector, attending Lincoln University and has held various jobs since with the eventual aim of business ownership.

Kate grew up on a family farm outside Southbridge, attending Southbridge Primary School and Ellesmere College before her family relocated to Oxford. She is a nurse by trade but has always been interested in agriculture and horticulture.

Both Ed and Kate have no major background in horticulture but have always had green fingers

and a taste for strawberries.

The pair are blown away by the local support and fantastic positive comments they have received this past year. “It can be absolute chaos at times, but Anne and Jase have been wonderful, and our team of staff and support networks have been a huge help,” commented Ed.

“There have been no major changes just yet, it has been business as usual. But watch this space in the future,” Ed concluded.

EdandKateHobsonwiththeirson.

DHS SENIOR PRIZEGIVING

Premier Awards:

• Molly Macpherson: The DHS Ex -Students' Association Cup and DHS Prize for Consistent Application and Effort in the Senior School

• Jessica Stewart: The Patricia Henderson Plate and DHS Prize for Consistent Effort and Application in Yr 12

• MacKenzie Butler: The DHS Prize for Service and Cooperation for Yrs 11 to 13

• Tierlina Payne: The William Broughton Plate and DHS Prize for the Student who realises their potential by making the most of their opportunities

• MacKenzie Butler: The 1993 Malvern Suffrage Celebrations’ Committee and DHS Prize for a Female Student in the Senior School who Participates Fully in the Academic, Cultural, Sporting and Social Life of the School

• Piper Benbow: The 1993 Malvern Suffrage Celebrations' Committee Trophy and DHS Prize for a Female Student who Demonstrates Exceptional Leadership Skills both at School and as a Representative of the School in the Wider Community

• Vaughan Smart: The Dennis Cullen Memorial Trophy and DHS Prize for the Male Student in the Senior School who participates Fully in the Academic, Cultural, Sporting and Social Life of the School

• Roo MacRae: The Malvern Community Board Prize for High Academic Achievement - 2nd in Yr 11

• Maurine Basu : Mr and Mrs R L Bennetts’ Trophy and the Malvern Community Board Prize for General Excellence - 1st in Yr 11

• Holly Borham : The Malvern Community Board Prize for High Academic Achievement - 2nd in Yr 12

• Jessica Kilday : The Sonia Early Memorial Trophy and the Malvern Community Board Prize for General Excellence - 1st Yr 12

• Hailey Barker : The Christopher Cullen Memorial Trophy and Torlesse Travel Limited Prize for 3rd in Yr 13

• Vaughan Smart : Mrs M Thompson’s Trophy and Malvern Community Board Prize for the Best All-Rounder

• Hamish Thornley : Mr & Mrs Ryburn’s Prize, Malvern Community Board Prize, Torlesse

Travel Limited Prize and the Rosanowski Family Trophy for Proxime Accessit to the Dux

• Darcy Tiede: The DHS Parent Teacher Student Association Prize for Dux.

Scholarship Awards:

• Chani Campbell : The University of Otago Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship in recognition of academic ability and potential to succeed at university

• Tierlina Payne : The Victoria University of Wellington Raukaraka School Leavers Scholarship for excellence, leadership and commitment to community

• Shaun Pearson: The Prime Minister's Vocational Excellence Award for achievement and commitment to demonstrating vocational excellence in their chosen pathway

• Lexie Sinclair-Dockerill: The Lincoln University Sports Scholarship programme combines academic study with the extension and development of athletic and sporting abilities

• Declan Kenure : The Frews Transport Sponsorship assists a Student to gain a Heavy Trade Licence

• Tierlina Payne & Vaughan Smart : The Selwyn District Council Education Fund Bursary is to assist a student in meeting their fees in their first year of tertiary study

• Chani Campbell & Jeremy Bourhill : The Malvern Lions Scholarship is for students intending to study full time for a recognised qualification

• Lotus Green : Malvern Youth Trust, Year 11 student who has demonstrated leadership abilities in the school

• Anna Roberts : Malvern Youth Trust, Year 11 student who has demonstrated leadership potential in the school

• Alex Gerritsen , Hannah King , Sophie Jarvis , Sophie Palmer : Elizabeth Richards Scholarships for ex-students

• Anna McKenzie , Sarah Gerritsen , Tiger MacRae : 2022 Elizabeth Richards Scholarships for current students

• Cameron Newell & Annabelle

Serra : Kevin Hickman is an exstudent of DHS. He is responsible for building one of New Zealand’s largest companies, Ryman Healthcare. The Hickman Family Trust supports an annual scholarship, to be shared, to support tertiary fees for a student or students who will study courses of benefit to NZ.

For full list of awardsvisit: darfield.school.nz

DHS

7 and 8 Premier Awards:

• Amelia Kohalmi & Lucie Malcolm : The Hororata-Malvern Returned Services Association Scholarship

• Saige McNae : The School Council Cup for Service and Co-operation in Yr 7

• Cody Armstrong : The Class of 1953 Cup for Consistent Effort and Application in Yr 7

• Quarteah Ross : The School Council Cup for Service and Cooperation in Yr 8

• Cameron Yaxley : The Class of 1953 Cup for Consistent Effort and Application in Yr 8

• Lucy Skene : High Academic Achievement - 2nd equal in Yr 7

• Izzy James : The DHS Trophy and Award for the Highest Academic Achievement in Yr 7

• Meisha Carney : High Academic Achievement - 2nd in Yr 8

• Emma McNeil : The DHS Trophy and Award for the Highest Academic Achievement in Yr 8

• Abigail Driscoll : The Milne Trophy and The DHS Award for the Best All-Rounder in Yrs 7 and 8.

Years 9 and 10

Premier Awards:

• Liberty Lochore : The Malvern Suffrage Committee Trophy for being fully involved in the life of the Junior School

• Laura Longdin & Skye Collins : The Malvern Lions Hillary Outdoors Scholarship

• Alex Herreman : The Class of 1953 Cup for Consistent Effort and Application in Yr 9

• Holly Seaton : The DHS ExStudents' Association Trophy for Consistent Application and Effort in Yr 10

• Trae Davis : The Wooster Cup for Service and Co-operation in Yrs 9 and 10

• Ben Robinson : High Academic Achievement - 2nd in Yr 9

• Jamie Hunt : The DHS Trophy and Award for the Highest Academic Achievement in Yr 9

• Massey Ross : High Academic Achievement - 2nd in Yr 10

• Trae Davis : The DHS for the Highest Academic Achievement in Yr 10

• Trae Davis : The R H White Trophy and The Mike Halliday Award for the Best All-Rounder in Yrs 9 and 10

For full list ofawardsvisit: darfield.school.nz

PREMIER

Jordy Frew and Cameron Paul hit personal best scores for Darfield as the Premier side overcame Leeston-Southbridge to retain third place in the Canterbury Country combined competition.

Robbie Foulkes contributed 32 runs at the top of the innings leaving Frew (84) and Paul (55*) together with the score at 85/3. The young pair proceeded in a watchful manner as Sam Chamberlain and Tom Burt bowled excellent line and length on a fresh pitch. Their patience was rewarded with the occasional bad ball, but it was mostly a case of collecting singles where they could, and despite a fast Leeston outfield, a score of 197/4 seemed about right.

Leeston-Southbridge replied with a solid start as Harry and Sam Chamberlain moved the score along at the required run rate. Tom Innes and Robbie Foulkes made use of the pitch conditions just as well as the opposition bowlers had done, however, the introduction of Ryan Hughes broke the Chamberlain partnership.

Nick Jenkins provided 9 miserly overs through the middle without taking a wicket, but that is hardly surprising because Will Greenslade gobbled seven for himself in a remarkable display of steep bounce, excellent seam control and tight lines.

Greenslade never gave the batsmen an opportunity to open up and sent them home with help from some excellent catching by his teammates, in particular a one-handed grab in the slips by Ryan Hughes.

Greenslade’s figures of 7 wickets, 3 maidens and 20 runs, from 8.2

overs, were the difference between the two teams.

The competition breaks for Christmas, resuming on January 14th, with Darfield hosting Weedons.

Darfield 197/4 from 45 overs

Robbie Foulkes 32 Cameron Paul 55* Jordy Frew 84

Tom Burt 1/28 from 9 overs.

Leeston-Southbridge 148/10 from 41 overs

Sam Chamberlain 66 Harry Chamberlain 36 Ryan Hughes 2/27 from 5 overs Will Greenslade 7/20 from 8.2 overs.

Shannon McAleer, Darfield’s Premier Coach.

Other Darfield Premier Cricket News….

• Robbie Frew has been selected to play in the New Zealand Over-50’s Cricket team to compete in the World Cup in South Africa, March 2023. Rob also played an important part in the NZ Over-50’s team that played in the Australian Na onal Championship in November.

• David Bea y played for the winning Canterbury/Otago Over 40’s Div 2 in the Provincial Na onal Over-40’s Tournament in November and Bodie Hawkins played for the Districts team in the same compe on.

• Henry Shipley has recently been selected for the Black Caps Squad for the upcoming tour of Pakistan and India. Henry is also playing for the Canterbury Men’s Team and Canterbury Country Senior Team along with Zak Foulkes.

• Other local players in the Country Seniors Teams include; Jesse and Jordy Frew, Liam Foulkes, Ryan Hughes, Cameron Paul, Alister Collins.

CHRISTMAS FUN

Co-operating Parish

This year’s Christmas will be different without the late Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Christmas message. Fortunately, King Charles will have the support of his family. We too, cannot do without the support of our family, friends, neighbours and the unity of the community we live in. As we near Christmas, may we draw near to the real meaning of Christmas, “For God

so Loved the world that He gave His only Son that whoever may believe in Him should not perish but will have eternal life.” (John 3:16).

Malvern Co-operating Parish are delighted to invite you and your families to see the Sunday School children and their families presenting a Nativity Play.

The Play will be held on Friday,

December 23rd hence the name Christmas Eve Eve at 5pm. Not on Christmas Eve (Saturday). It will take place at either Trinity Hall or Trinity Church Darfield. Please come along dressed as part of the Nativity Scene - thank you.

Aunty Lyn - Ministry Team Leader Malvern Co-operating Parish.

Darfield Baptist Church

In the Bible, we read that the Shepherds dashed off to find Jesus after the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord.” When they arrived where Jesus was born, they told Mary all that they had heard about Jesus. We

are told that “Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.”

Here’s a simple thought for this Christmas season: Like Mary, why not take some time out to ponder what it’s all bout - a celebration of the birth of the Saviour of the world. Jesus said that he came so that we can have life and have it in abundance. Christmas is an

opportunity to take hold of that life in a relationship with Jesus. On behalf of the Church family at Darfield Baptist, let me invite you to join us on, December 18th, for a fun Christmas Play, at 10:30am. Then, on December 25th, at 9:30am, for a short Christmas Day service.

Blessings, Pastor James FotheringhamDarfield Baptist Church.

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CHRISTMAS EVE

• 4:30pm St George’s Kirwee

Children’s Service

• 7:30pm St Peter’s Springfield

Candle light Service HC

• 10:30pm Trinity Church, Dar

CHRISTMAS DAY

• 8:00am St Ma hew’s Courtenay HC

• 9:30am Trinity Church Darfield

Courtney: St Matthew's

• Sunday 25th Dec, 8am

Christmas Service / Holy Communion

Darfield: Trinity Church

• Friday 23rd Dec, 5pm

Children's Nativity Play

• Saturday 24th Dec, 10:30pm

Malvern Anglican Parish

Things change at home when there is a new baby, don't they? Our mealtimes and sleep times change. Our whole focus shifts. It's not all easy, but we make the changes we need to make to accommodate the baby. These changes continue as our children grow up. Beyond the changes, parents find a new sense of purpose and direction. We have someone else to think of and something bigger than ourselves to live for.

At Christmas, we celebrate the birth of Jesus. Here is a baby who arrives among us and changes our lives. As we welcome him into our hearts and homes, we find a new purpose for ourselves,

and we start to change things to accommodate him. As we do so, he ‘grows up’ in our lives, and he teaches us how to love God and one another. He leads us in the way of peace.

Our world is in a bit of a state right now. Christmas interrupts that. It's a chance for us to think

about where we are headed and what we are living for. What do we need to change to make a place for Jesus in our world? Let's make him welcome this Christmas.

Rev Tom Innes - Malvern Anglican Parish.

Carols Service / Holy Communion (Malvern Anglican)

• Sunday 25th Dec, 9:30am

Christmas Day / Holy Communion (Malvern Anglican)

Darfield: St Joseph's

• Saturday 24th Dec, 8pm Carol's & 8.30pm - Mass

• Sunday Masses - 8.30am

Darfield: Darfield Baptist

• Sunday 25th Dec, 9.30am Christmas Day

Darfield: Life Church

• Sunday 25th Dec, 10.30am Christmas Day

Darfield Life Church

Greendale: Greendale Church

• Sunday 25th Dec, 8:30am

Christmas Day (Malvern Co-operating Parish)

Hororata: St John's

• Sunday 25th Dec, 9.30am

Christmas Day Holy Communion

Kirwee: St George's

• Saturday 24th Dec, 4:30pm

Children's Service (Malvern Anglican)

Sheffield: St Ambrose

• Friday 23rd Dec, 10:30am

Baptism Nativity & Carol Service

Springfield: St Peter's

• Saturday 24th Dec, 7:30pm

Candle Light Holy Communion (Malvern Anglican)

SUNDAY 25TH DECEMBER 2022

At 10:30am

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

TheStarsandLightofChristmas

This year Matariki was a public holiday, the observance reminds contemporary society of the significance of the stars, especially for navigation.

In Matthew’s Gospel, the magi set out on their journey in response to seeing a ‘star as it rose’. They travelled in response to the star, but they needed the interpretation of people of faith, in Jerusalem to direct them to Bethlehem and the person of Jesus.

In the southern hemisphere, Christmas falls a few days after the summer solstice. Light is a feature of the southern Christmas; it banishes darkness. The longer days beacon us to enjoy and celebrate family, friends, and the world around us. This is a great simile for Christ

enabling us to live and enjoy life to the fullest.

St John, in the prologue to his gospel, describes Jesus as ‘a light that shines in the dark, a light that darkness could not overpower’ (1:5). In the Book of Revelation, Jesus is described as the ‘morning star’ (22:2).

In these references, Jesus is certainly the light that provides a true bearing for our lives.

Christmas is a season that affirms humanity; humanity has been blessed by Jesus sharing in human life.

The ‘star’ and ‘light’ are Christmas motifs that speak of our journey in life, and the reality that we need others to assist us to live life well. The long days and the warmth of summer remind us of the joy and fulfilment that we receive by

discovering Jesus and allowing him to accompany us in life. I hope that the enjoyment of summer leads us to a deeper appreciation of God’s

MALVERN RIFLE CLUB

December 17th was the fourth day of the Malvern Rifle Club Championship, with ‘longs’ being shot (10 counting shots at 800 and 900 yards).

The day was warm and sunny, with some cloud cover, which increased during the afternoon, and by the end of the day’s competition a few drops of rain had fallen. The right to left wind was, as usual, variable in both strength and angle, providing its usual challenges to the shooters.

Visitors from the Ashburton District Rifle Club joined the Malvern shooters for more practice at the longer ranges.

Allan , Andre and Chris shot ‘Bisley’ style at each distance, with the two shooters shooting alternately on the target with a maximum of 45 seconds for the shooter to get their shot away.

One F Class shooter (who shall remain nameless) shot a possible 60.5 with only one problemtwo of his counting shots (an X and a 6) were on the wrong target. This made him a target of teasing for the rest of the afternoon.

Congratulations to Martin , Chris and Murray for shooting a possible at 800 yards.

The Malvern Rifle Club wishes everyone a happy and safe Christmas and New Year.

December 24th 4th Club Champs

Longs (10 counting shots at 800 and 900 yards).

Set-up from 12:30. The Range will be closed from January 1st to 20th while the NRANZ Nationals are held Mark Alexander.

December 17th - Club Champs Long

Class 800 x 10 900 x 10 Total TR A

M Fleming 50.006 49.006 99.012

J Snowden 49.002 49.003 98.005

D Alexander 49.007 48.005 97.012

C Kershaw 50.003 47.004 97.007

A Du Toit 49.006 47.003 96.009

A White 49.003 47.001 96.004

TR B

S Kershaw 47.001 46.001 93.002

P Carter 47.001 45.002 92.007

FTR

M Alexander 53.001 55.002 108.003 M McCallum

-Clark 58.005 48.005 106.010

C Snowden 53.000 51.000 104.000 C Ledbrook 50.001 52.002 102.003 F-Open M Cook 60.005 58.004 118.009 M Chui 58.003 59.004 117.007 F-PR G Ufton 59.005 46.000 105.005 R Bao 49.000 54.001 103.001

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

Bangor Pony Club

Wednesday 1st February 7:30pm

Courtney A&P Show Grounds Supper Room All Welcome

HORORATA GOLF

Selwyn Mobile Physiotherapy

Hi all, Candace McGirr here again advising you that Selwyn Mobile Physiotherapy is on the move!! Appointments can be booked online and by phone and the new local address for you to visit us will be updated in due course.

the end it continues to be our mission to get you back doing what you love. So looking forward to helping you soon.

Many thanks, Candace

TWILIGHT TENNIS

Dancing to a variety of music, exercise, socialising, and travel all in one package. No need for a partner.

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8th Jan 10am Café Hope St Ambrose Church, Sheffield

12th Jan 8:30am Malvern News Office will open for 2023

13th Jan Inflatable Fun Day Darfield

15th Jan Chemistry of Cooking Darfield

15th Jan Summer Pool Party Darfield

16, 24 & 27 Jan Let’s Play Ball Springfield, Glentunnel, Sheffield

17th Jan Kids Water Safety Darfield

17 & 20 Jan Daisy Chain Bracelets Sheffield, Glentunnel

17th Jan 10am Deadline for the 20th January issue of the Malvern News - first issue for 2023

19 & 26 Jan Wind Workshop Darfield, Glentunnel

25th Jan 7pm Nicky Moran Gospel Musician - NZ Tour Trinity Church, Darfield

1st Feb 7:30pm Bangor Pony Club AGM Kirwee

9th Feb Malvern Netball, Twilight Netball commences Darfield Netball Courts

31st Mar Malvern Farmers Vet Club - Grant applications due today

Automotive, service & warrant centre. 3D wheel aligner. 7:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday. Your onestop auto shop! Please phone 03 318 8113.

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.

CHIMNEY CLEANING

CARRS Chimney Cleaning. Servicing the Selwyn district. $70 per chimney. Please 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. Please phone us on 021 939 113.

FARM COMPLIANCE

FOR SALE

CONVENTIONAL meadow haybaled Nov 2021. Shed stored, not rained on. $8 each. Pick up only from Kirwee area. Ph 021 999 122.

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 021 243 8378 for more details.

handyman. All jobs considered. Interior and exterior. Please phone 021 207 0532.

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

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

, farm tracks, yards and dairy lanes our speciality. Screened rottenrock, it’s local and lasts better. Phone Springfield Quarry on 318 4132.

ROOF MAINTENANCE

& 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.

AMMUNITION and reloading equipment. Powder projectiles, presses etc. Any calibre rifle / shotgun. Anything hunting related. Cash buyer. Contact Rob 03 342 5885.

DEAD Cars - we buy dead cars, end of life cars, scrap cars, old farm vehicles. Cash paid. Please phone 027 484 8121.

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