ISSUE 1,073 - FRIDAY 17TH FEBRUARY 2023

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ISSUE 1,073

Friday 17th February 2023

Last Friday and Saturday, the annual Kathmandu Coast to Coast took place in excellent conditions. The iconic multisport event saw competitors from New Zealand and overseas take on the huge 243km challenge. The

race started on the West Coast, at Kumara Beach and traversed the width of the South Island, crossing the main divide and finished on the East Coast at the Pier on New Brighton Beach. Numerous locals took part, many

achievingpersonalbests. The Malvern News spoke to a fewlocalcompetitors:

JULIA CHAMBERLAIN JULIA CHAMBERLAIN

(One Day (One Day- Individual, Female Individual, Female Open 18 Open 18 18--39 39 39- 1st): 1st):1st): 1st):

“The Coast to Coast exceeded my expectations of what I thought the day would be. I foundmyselfsmilingformostof thedayandgenuinelyhavingso muchfun.At timeswhen it hurt, I reminded myself of the hours put into training and that the event is so much bigger than me.TheWaimakaririRiverholds a special place in my heart, and it was incredible to see so many familiar faces at the Gorge Bridge yelling and cheeringthank you all so much. Also, thank you to my family and friends for following me from WesttoEastinaday.”

SAM KING KING

(Two (Two(Two (Two--Day Day Day- Individual, Male Individual, Male Open 18 Open 18 18--39 39 39 39- 3rd): 3rd):3rd): 3rd):

“After catching Covid for the first time in early January (four weeks before race day), leading into the race I was feeling very flat and apprehensive if starting

the race would even be a wise idea. So I did an ECG and blood tests the week before to ensure I wasn’t making any mistakes. Day 1 went well, myself and two others broke away from the lead bunch with 50km to go in the first cycle stage. At this point, we managed to hold a gap of 3 minutes into the MountainRun.

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JuliaChamberlainwontheOneDayIndividualFemaleOpen18-39.

RESTORED HISTORY

Sammy Sammy Sammy Sammy from Hororata based Sammy’s Rust n Custom has recently restored a vintage Noddy Train that has a huge amount of sentimental value to him. The Train was originally built for his grandmother by McKay’s Hire in Ferry Road Christchurch in the 1960s, used for attending Santa and Brighton Parades, along with company picnics. Sammy’s grandmother later gifted it to an orphanage in Christchurch. It then bounced around a few circus groups as an attraction/act, and in the 1990s it sat out in a field by the Mcleans Island hill before it disappearedintheearly2000s. Sammy managed to locate it in Greta Valley in May 2022, complete with the carriage. He started to restore the Train on December 28th2022,finishingit twenty five days later in time for Muscle Car Madness, with help from friends and family. It recentlyattendedtheSummerin SelwynPicnicinHororataalso.

“There has been talk about it being wanted to attend this year’s Santa Parade. It will now be an icon that will live forever, and I’ll take it to as many places asIcan,”commentedSammy.

HELP PREVENT CRIME

Coalgate township is trying to raise $18,000 for thirteen securitycamerasfortheentrance points to Coalgate, in a bid to helppreventcrime.

The Coalgate Residents Committee was approached by the Police and the Malvern Community Patrol about putting in cameras. Approximately, forty businesses between Kirwee and She eld were canvassed two years ago about installing security cameras, and no one wasagainstit.

The idea of the cameras is to provide Police with another tool they can use should a crime be committed. Only the Police can view the footage, and then they can use the information to help assistinsolvinganycrimes.

Coalgate Residents Committee Chair Daryl Smith Daryl Smith Daryl Smith Daryl Smith said, “getting cameras at the entrance points to the township is one of the community’sprojectsfor2023.

“We’ve budgeted about $18,000 for it, and as soon as we obtain

enough funds the cameras will certainlybegoingahead.

The committee changed from being a township committee under the umbrella of the Selwyn District Council at the start of the year, which means the new organisation can now apply for funding from sources the former entity wasn’t permittedto.

“We have earmarked $1,000 from our discretionary fund, and I believewehave$1,500coming in from the Malvern Community Board,butweintendonapplying to a few funding organisations like pub charities. The committee also plans to approach Coalgate businesses and locals to see if they would be willing to contribute," Daryl concluded.

If anyone would like to make a If anyone would like to make a If like to make a If like to make a donation towards the cameras donation towards the cameras donation towards the cameras donation towards the cameras they can message the they can message the they can message they can message Coalgate Residents Committee Coalgate Facebook page. Facebook page. Facebook Facebook

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SammywiththevintageNoddyTrainhehasbeautifullyrestored.

Sammy’sgrandmothersittingintheNoddyTraininthe1960s.

STEAK COOK-OFF ASSN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Locals, Chris McLaren Chris McLaren Chris McLaren and his son Nic NicNic Nic have won the right to compete in the 2023 Steak Cook-o Association World Championship in Texas on March 13th. The pair have been competing in the SCA-RUN Barbeque competitions around New Zealand. These events have two categories, the main event (Steak Cook-o ) and an ancillary event (these can be drinks, anything with a certain item for example sausage meat, burgers, tacos and the list goes on). Both categories have golden tickets available for the winners of theseevents.

“I won both category golden tickets last year. I placed second in the ancillary with a drink that contained Bacardi. The person who won already had a ticket, so it rolled down to me,” commentedChris.

“I didn’t actually get my steak golden ticket from winning a competition. My name was read out during a global livestream event in Texas at New Year.

They announced the top ten competitors from the ten competing regions, and I was very surprised when I heard my name sitting in third spot for the New Zealand section, and they announced I had a ticket to competeinthesteakcategory.

“Getting an invite to the world championships is a huge honour and an opportunity you can’t miss,”Chrisadded.

Nic has only been competing for a very short time, winning his golden ticket at BBQ’s Direct in November last year, in the ancillary category. Once both Chris and Nic had golden tickets, it wasn’t a hard decision to decide to go. It will be a battle

between the pair as both are there to beat each other and takeontheworldsbest. This father/son duo have been busy fundraising to raise approximately $3,500 each to gettothecompetition.

“We would like to thank everyone who have got behind us supporting our fundraisersthe locals of Waddington/

She eld (incredibly supportive and proud), everyone who brought meals from our pop ups, Francesca McLaren Francesca McLaren Francesca Francesca McLaren (wife and mum), BEERS by bacon brothers, Westgold, Branded BBQ, Truck Norris Texas Barbecue, Coolpak Coolstore and the list goes on, we wouldn’t be where we are now without everyone's support. For updates on our progress,

including live feeds in Texas at the World Championship, follow us on Facebook: ‘Rendered’,” Chrisconcluded.

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WINDWHISTLE 4WD HIGH COUNTRY TOUR

Sunday 19th March 2023

For details and to book visit: hororata.org.nz/event/windwhistle-4wd-high-country-tour

WINDWHISTLE 4WD TOUR

Experience auniqueguided4WD tour behind the gates of private High Country Stations in the Windwhistle and Lake Coleridge area. Witness breath taking scenery, learn about High Country life and enjoy a gourmet picniclunch.

High Country stations surrounding Windwhistle are banding together to raise money fortheir small rural school which is at the heart of the community by opening their gates for an exclusive4WDtour.

“We are lucky to live in this beautiful part of New Zealand, the scenery is varied and vast with tussock lands, native bush, mountain lakes, rocky outcrops and views right across the Canterbury Plains,” commented committee member Georgie Georgie Georgie Georgie Harper Harper Harper.

“This is the first time we have put a 4WD tour together in our area that crosses farm boundaries.Peoplerarelygetthe opportunity to experience being inthisHighCountry.

“The eight-hour self-drive 4WD tour winds its way through a network of farm tracks, crossing into five High Country StationsQuartz Hill, High Peak, Snowdon, Dry Acheron and Big Ben. This is

far more than just a normal 4WD Tour. Speakers along the way will share their knowledge, giving a glimpse into high country farming. Guests will be provided with an information booklet with the history and interesting facts about the stations.

“Not only will guests experience an amazingly scenic and informative tour, they will also be treated to a gourmet picnic lunch catered by the Social Platter Co. Not to mention the delicious morning and afternoon tea!

“The Windwhistle School is proud of its history, originally opening in 1935 and has a longstanding record of being the

central focus of its farming community.

“This event is really important for our rural school’s future. Due to fluctuating student numbers, we are at risk of losing our full time second teacher. Money raised from this event will go towards our second teacher fund to ensure the needs of our children are secured,” Georgie concluded.

The tour is limited to just sixty vehicles to ensure an unforgettable experience for guests, so bookings are essential. Bookings can be made onlineat:www.hororata.org.nz

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SUMMER IN SELWYN

Selwyn residents had a fabulous time with the Council’s Summer in Selwyn activities in Greendale andHororatalastweek.

A big turnout saw a crowd of eighty enjoying the Jack Black Jack Black Jack Black cult classic ‘School of Rock’ at the Greendale Outdoor Movie last Friday, with local volunteers organising a great family picnic

beforehand. The Yum Yum real fruit ice cream truck was a popular addition for dessert as the crowd enjoyed a snack and settled in. The weather held off, which allowed everyone to enjoy alovelyevening.

Last Saturday, was another bright, sunny day as an enthusiastic group of about forty came

out for the Hororata Picnic in the Park.Greatfunwashad fun kite flying, plus Sammy’s Noddy Train and real fruit ice cream from The Fat Cow were particularly popular additions to the day, along with a free sausage sizzle. After a few hours in the sun, everyone left with smiles.

A fundraiser for Windwhistle Primary School

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The Mask, is made from a mineral-rich, pure green clay that was formed over three million years ago, beneath a glacial lake, in the pristine South Island (located in the Southern Alps and processed in Coalgate). This unique deposit was formed through the combination of volcanic ash from Banks Peninsula being deposited into a freshwater glacial lake at the foothillsoftheSouthernAlps. Only during recent testing has the clay been identified as a mineral-rich green Nontronite healing clay which is a subclass of the smectite clay group and is very rare. The deposit is extremely remote, allowing it to remain pure, consistent and unaltered. Nothing is added (organic and chemical free) in the extraction and processing of theresource.

The overall clay resource consists of several million tonnes and averages about sixty metres deep. Other clay deposits around the world are typically between 1m to 3m thick, with the top third usually contaminated with sand, which makes it inconsistent and difficulttoensurepurity.

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This luxury clay mask nourishes your skin to help prevent premature ageing. It is designed

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DHS 2023 STUDENT LEADERS

Darfield High School (DHS) has four Head Students for 2023. Below is a small piece introducing them and letting everyone know what they are looking forward to achieving this year.

Mason Thompson: Mason Thompson: Mason Thompson: Mason Thompson: I play rugby for Selwyn Schools 1stXV and enjoy being outdoors, especiallywithmymates.

As a Head Student, my goal is to make DHS a school that students are proud of, a place where students understand that it actually is cool to try your best. I hope to work alongside sta , making sure that students can get the same opportunities at DHS that they could at a town school.I look forward to working towards kaitiakitanga to leave a betterfutureforourschool.

Blakely Bruce Blakely Bruce Blakely Bruce Blakely Bruce--Sheppard: Sheppard: Sheppard: Sheppard: I am a teacher and competitive dancer at TM Dance World in Darfield, and I enjoy trying new things and spending time with friends. For 2023, I aim to help students with Rangatiratanga, becoming their best self. As Head Students, we are here for the students. I want to help make 2023 a memorable and fulfilling year for students at DHS by supporting their journey and helping them slowly discover how to become their best self. I look forward to working alongside the student leadership team and sta at Darfield to provide opportunities and encourage individuals to push their own limits to further theirjourneyatDHS.

MacKenzie Butler: MacKenzie Butler: I have been a local Darfield

resident since 2017 (Year 7). I play high level football (WPL) andamcompletinganApiculture course (beekeeping) on the side. This year my goal is to ‘leave a legacy’ and to provide opportunities for our ākonga within our kura and wider hapori.

Everyone has something to bring to the table and deserves to have their voice heard, and I believe that the opportunity to be a Head Student (and a leader) brings these challenges straight toyourfeet.I ambeyondexcited to see the outcomes, changes and culture that our team can develop this year and the ‘legacies’wecanleavebehind.

Liam Morris: Liam Morris: Liam Morris: Liam Morris: I'm very fond of Darfield as a whole, having moved here when I was three. I love musical theatre, and I am involved in

several community theatre groups and would love to turn my passion into my career! I'm hoping to bring positivity and enjoyment to the students as they make their way through the wonderful world of school. I'm keentohelpmakepeoplefeel as if they ‘belong’.I'msograteful to have been chosen as a Head Student and to be working with an amazing team of sta and students.

The above Head Students are joined by the following students whoareHeadsofcertainareas.

HeadsofSport:

Louis Ridgen Ridgen

Isla McPherson Isla McPherson

HeadsofCulture:

Alicya Cook Alicya Cook Alicya Alicya

Shimee Araguas Shimee Araguas Shimee Araguas Shimee Araguas

HeadsofWellBeing:

Neve Molloy Neve Molloy Neve Molloy Neve Molloy Lily Payton Lily Payton Payton.

LiamMorris,MasonThompson,MacKenzieButler andBlakelyBruce-Sheppard.

FUN PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP

ApproximatelythirtypeopleattendedthePrintmakingDrop-inWorkshoponSunday,February12that TeHuanuiGalleryinDarfield.Manylocals,aswellaspeoplefromasfarawayasChristchurchenjoyed learningdifferentPrintmakingtechniques,whichincludedFoamprintswithSoon-LeeSpicer, EmbossingwithAsakoRidgenandLegoprintswithMargaretWhite.

CONCERT NOT TO MISS

Darfield is in for a real treat when Jan Preston Jan Preston Jan Preston Boogie Trio plays at the Recreation Centre in earlyMarch.Thisisaconcert you don’twanttomiss!

Known as Australasia’s foremost female Boogie and Blues Piano player and singer, Jan Preston delivers high energy performances which, together with her candid and communicative personality, have given her longstanding popularity in Australia, New Zealandandoverseas.

Winner of five Music Awards, Jan performs in festivals and concerts throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Jan also tours her own shows and writes music for

films and television, such as the music for her sister Gaylene Preston Preston’ ’’ ’s s s films Home By Christmas and My Year With Helen.

On returning from New York in 1980, Jan formed the New Zealand band Coup D’Etat who hadahitsinglewiththesong,Dr ILikeYourMedicine.

Studyingfornumerousyearsasa classical pianist, Jan’s childhood memories of hearing her aunt in Greymouth playing boogie and ragtime in the style of Winifred Winifred Winifred Winifred Atwell Atwell Atwell Atwell, caused her to cross over tothisstyle.

Her acclaimed autobiographical music show Adventures in Pianoland has sold out seasons in Australia and New Zealand,

and Jan’s piano composition

Trout Blues is the theme music to BBC Radio London’s evening show.

“Jan Preston is surely Australasia’s Queen of the Piano. She and the instrument come as a package, and anyone who’s seen her perform live has witnessed a perfect partnership. Her playing is as flawless as it is loose and joyful,” commented RhythmsMagazineAustralia.

HerpopularperformanceonABC TV’sSpicksandSpeckscanbe viewedonYoutube: youtube/nxEE7QZLPQk

Saturday 4th March Saturday 4th March 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm

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Callum CallumCallum Callum, Jesse Jesse Jesse Jesse and Richard Richard Richard Richard ran past me on this stage, I wasn’t as fast as I’d hoped for, but regardless it was still an okay run,allthingsconsidered.

On Day 2, I was feeling pretty well recovered and prepared to have a great paddle. I managed to lead the race to the 25km mark (the Gorge entrance), which was a pretty cool experience beingthefirst of900boatsdown the river. Four team paddlers passed me in the Gorge, but I managed to hold o all the individual athletes and arrive at the bridge as the first individual athlete,whichwasadreamcome true.

Onto the last 70km cycle stage, I held about a 2 minute lead over the other individual competitors (Callum and Jesse) before getting caught by their bunch after 15km. It would’ve suited me more if this stage was a nondrafting time trial like it is for the longest day. All things considered, with a time of 12hr 28 minutes I’m very proud and content with my finish in third place. It was great to be in the mix and to be a dictator of how theraceplayedout.”

ICONIC MULTISPORT EVENT

LEXIE SINCLAIR LEXIE SINCLAIR LEXIE SINCLAIR LEXIE SINCLAIR--DOCKE DOCKE DOCKE DOCKERILL RILL RILL

(Two (Two(Two (Two--Day Day- Individual, Female Open 18 Open 18--39 39 39- 25th): 25th):

“The Kathmandu Coast to Coast 2023, what a race. The first day saw nerves kick in when lining up on the start line at Kumara! I had an absolute blast through the 55km ride and 33km Mountain Run through Goat Pass. I was happy with the results at the end of Day 1. After a good meal and night's rest, the second day went really well. I loved every minute of paddling the 70km scenic Waimakariri Gorge, also met many nice people along the way. After a quick 70km bike o the paddle, I was looking forward to running up the sand bank and finishing one of the biggest achievements ofmylife.

I had so many family and friends supporting me along the way, and seeing them at the finish line made me quite emotional, especially when I saw my nana. I’m so grateful for my amazing support crew, Mum, Dad and Ollie OllieOllie Ollie.

Also, my coach Richard Greer Richard Greer Richard (Team CP), strength coach Kim Kim Vargo Vargo Vargo Vargo and nutritionist Cushla Cushla Cushla Holdaway Holdaway Holdaway Holdaway for a great training plan and support network! The Signature Homes Emerging Athlete sponsor award was a massive help throughout the year, and I am very grateful for it.”

FLISS COX FLISS COX

LexieSinclair-Dockerillwasveryproudtohavecompleted oneofthebiggestachievementsofherlife.

(Two (Two--Day Day Day- Three person, Women Veteran Women Veteran- 2nd): 2nd):2nd): 2nd): “TheCoast 2Coast wasthemost amazing experience. I absolutely loved the support from everyone, and it was so great to see all the locals cheering each otheroninourownbackyard!”

Well done to everyone who to everyone took part in this event. part in For full results visit: For full visit: www.coasttocoast.co.nz/ www.coasttocoast.co.nz/ 2023 20232023 2023--results results

SamKingduringthekayaklegoftheevent.

PREMIER CRICKET REPORT

Darfield collected full points in a onesided2-dayeragainstOhoka, where they wrapped things up in thelasthalfhourofplay.

Ohoka won the toss and in an attempt to control the pace of the game elected to bat first. Regret was instant as they slumped to 14/3 as Tom Innes, RyanHughesandRobbieFoulkes took 1 each. The middle order farednobetter,evenasthepitch flattenedout underthesun.74/6 soon turned into 93 all out as Hughestook 4,andLiamFoulkes set attacking fields to end the

innings.

In reply, Darfield lost an early wicket, but the in-form Robbie Foulkes and Jordy Frew each made scores in the 70s to rub out Ohoka's first innings score and take their team to a lead of 139 when Foulkes declared the inningsclosedat232/6. Ohoka's task was to bat out the rest of the day with the loss of as few wickets as possible. They were at a good chance to achieve that goal and perhaps force Darfield to bat again next Saturday, but at 48/1, the

innings imploded as Ryan Hughes, Nick Jenkins and Liam Foulkes created a team collapse. Ohoka were dismissed for 82 runs leaving them to lose by an innings and 57 runs. A proper thrashing inside 1-day. With the Premier team earning Saturday o , the Senior B side will be the main event for Club Day to be hosted at Darfield Domain on Saturday, February 18th.

MALVERN RIFLE CLUB

Last weekend, a small group of Malvern Shooters competed in the Southland Championships held in Oamaru as the Invercargill range was unavailable. Chris Kershaw Chris Kershaw Chris Kershaw Chris Kershaw was the overall Target Rifle Champion (and Veteran Champion), winning the A Grade by one point from Daniel Daniel Daniel Alexander Alexander Alexander. Barry Brown Brown Brown was the C Grade Champion, and Geoff Smith Geoff Smith wastheFTR-Classic Champion. Malvern won the teams Championship with a team consisting of Chris, Daniel, BarryandGeoff.

Shooting resumed at the Malvern Range on February 11th with the sixth round of the Malvern Rifle Club Champs Longs (10counting shots at 800 and900yards).

A fine day greeted shooters, it was not too hot, and there appeared to be light winds. As shooting began, the wind soon showed to be more fickle and tricky than it had first appeared. With direction and strength

changes that were hard to see andread(formost).

Congratulations to Andre AndreAndre Andre Du Du Du Du

Toit Toit Toit Toit and Damon Damon Damon Damon Cayford Cayford Cayford Cayford for their top scores, as well as Jess Jess Jess Jess

Riddle Riddle Riddle Riddle and Mike McCallum Mike McCallum Mike McCallum Mike McCallum-

Shannon McAleer, Darfield Premier Coach. Clark Clark Clark fortheir great scores. Fine shootingintheconditions. Saturday, February 18th, will be Club Training Day Longs / South IslandPalmaTeamTraining.

Mark Alexander.

THE WILLIAM PIKE CHALLENGE

Darfield High School (DHS) has partnered with the William Pike William Pike William Pike William Pike Challenge this year. This programme will help prepare tamariki for the Challenges that they will face tomorrow - today! Approximately, 150 Year 7 students from DHS will get the opportunity to be part of this programmein2023. Students will learn skills needed to cope with the unexpected and develop strengths they didn’t know they had. Children need to step outside of the classroom to really develop skills such as leadership, responsibility, creativity, social skills and communityinvolvement. Students will develop passion projects to build focus and commitment. Giving them the framework to make choices and decisions, then develop and implement actions to bring their projects to fruition provides an essential foundation for later in life.

Manystudentswhocompletethe William Pike Challenge find their relationships with fellow students, teachers and even parents improve because they learn di erent approaches than with what they grew up with or areusedtocurrently.

With the William Pike Challenge, students are challenged in ways that simply can’t be achieved inside the classroom. It’s strength lies in taking students outside of their comfort zone to solve problems or deal with situations they never expected, but at same time they have fun doingit!

William Pike’s love of exploring the great outdoors began at a young age and was developed further at Westlake Boys’ High School where he was an avid sportsman - a three-time

national water polo championanddevelopedazeal foroutdoor pursuits. In 2006, William graduated with a Bachelor of Education with first-class honours and began a fulfilling career as an Auckland primary schoolteacher.

A year later, on September 25th, 2007, William climbed Mt Ruapehu with a friend, James James James Christie Christie Christie. On their way back down, in fading light they decided to stay the night in the Dome Shelter. That evening, Ruapehu erupted. It shot an epic amount of rocks, water and mud down its slopes, crashing violently onto their hut. Crushed and critically injured, William hung onto life while James ran downthemountaintogethelp. Almost 24 hours later, William woke up in Waikato Hospital and although he survived, his right leg had to be amputated below the knee and he faced a long, gruellingrehabilitation. William learned to walk again with a prosthetic limb, he returned to teaching, returned to Mt Ruapehu and he now lives lifefullofadventure.

What William eventually learnt

from his Mt Ruapehu experience was, when you’re faced with challenge and change, success or failure comes down to one thing - whether you are already prepared to step outside your comfort zone or whether you’re not.

DHS are looking for community groupsthatwouldliketosupport this great initiative. Each student has to complete at least one passion project, this is a sport or hobby that they have not tried before. If anyone in the area is interested in helping please reach out to am@darfield.school.nz

Parents, students, supporters and community groups are invited to meet Williamand hearabout his life journey and the programme he has created, on Thursday, March 9th at 5.30pm in the Darfield High School Hall. There will be refreshments and a light snack afterwards. For catering purposes please RSVP to: sport@darfield.school.nz

A special thanks must go to the Westview Special Fund for helping DHS make this fantastic programmeavailablethisyear.

WilliamPike.

SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISER

The Kirwee Community Hall Association joined forces with theKirweeBowlingClubtoruna

Charity Bowling Tournament on Waitangi Day, inviting anyone from the communitytotake part.

The call was answered from as far away as Methven, and the

event attracted enough players tofillthegreen.

The day was another hot one, which meant the bar was kept busy. After three games of bowls that were punctuated by much hilarity, the catering team provided a meal of barbecued

MALVERN SINGLES

meat, bread, potatoes and a range of tasty salads, with cake tofollow.

The purpose of the fundraising exercise was to gather enough funds to complete the refurbishment of the Hall kitchen, which was damaged followingawaterleak duringthe first Lockdown, and the Committee is optimistic that it has achieved its aim, thanks to the entry fees, ra es, silent auction, sponsorship and donations. The organisers sincerely thank the many supporters who made this fundraisersuchasuccess.

OnFebruary4th,oneandahalfgamesoftheMalvernSingles

Bowlswereplayedinblisteringheat,buttheremaininggameshad tobecompletedonSundayinmuchmoreagreeabletemperatures.

Aftersomemightybattles,thewinnerwasBronwynHamilton, secondwasJoLatterandthirdMarianGalloway. Congratulationstothewinners,aswellasallotherparticipants.

AspecialthanksgoestosponsorValWatson.

Above:MarianGalloway,BronwynHamiltonandJoLatter.

Thescoringwasveryclosewithparticipantseagerlywatching.

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Sheffield FREE BOOK EXCHANGE

Be at the Sheffield Hall on SUNDAY 19TH FEBRUARY 12 - 3pm

For the community book exchange!

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Barbara McCaughan

27.2.51 - 28.12.22

Following the passing of a very special wife, mother and grandmother, Richard, Daryl & Mandy, Justin & Hayley and families would like to thank everyone for the cards, flowers, baking also all the support we received during this difficult time. Special thanks also to the District Nurses & Staff at Darfield Hospital. Barbara will be sadly missed and forever loved by us all.

Radford, Enid Nancie Ruth (Nancie)

(Nee McLennan)

Peacefully on 27 January 2023.

Applications are now being accepted for this annual memorial fund of up to $3,000. Applicants need to be studying in health or a health related field and are, or have recently been, a resident of the Malvern area.

Applications close 24th February 2023

Please phone Mary 318 1255.

The MFVCCT purpose is to advance the welfare of our rural community and the individuals connected to the community.

To apply for grants or for more information on the application process please visit: mfvc.org.nz

All applications to be received by the 31st March 2023

FIREWOOD

Dry, shed stored, naCve wood and kindling. Free delivery to Darfield

DEADLINES

NEXT ISSUE Friday 24th February 2023 EDITORIAL DEADLINE: 1pm, Monday 20th February 2023 ADVERTISING DEADLINE: 10am, Tuesday 21st February 2023

DRIVEWAYS

for

township

LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards and dairy lanes our speciality. Screened rotten-rock, it’s local and lasts better. Contact the Springfield Quarry today! Phone3184132.

FIREWOOD & COAL

R K FIREWOOD

Supplying wood for this Spring!

Old

Macrocarpa, Oregon.

CARPET CARPET

AUTOMOTIVE CHURCH NOTICES CHURCH NOTICES

A Memorial Service for Nancie will be held in Trinity Church Darfield on Friday 17th Feb, 1:30pm. Firewood

• Beau ful Seasoned Oregon

• Medium burning wood.

• $380 for 3m3

• Free local delivery

GARDENING

GARDENING GARDENING, handyman. All jobs considered. Interior and exterior. Please phone 0212070532.

GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL garden maintenance in Darfield area. Domestic hedge trimming, pruning & edging. Please phone Kane 0274676613.

GRAZING

GRAZING GRAZING GRAZING GRAZING available, Springfield, close to township. Secure, sheltered, lots of grass. Approx. 11/2 acres. Ph/txt 0212333338.

HAIR DRESSER

WALK WALKWALK WALK--IN IN IN haircuts with Vetty. Gold Card Specials. At the DarfieldHairBoutique.

HEDGE TRIMMING

Hedge Hedge

Trimming in Trimming in in in Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury

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LAWN MOWING

SITUATION VACANT

Sections | Kerbsides Lifestyle Blocks

Competitive Rates | Free Quotes

Contact Lance Begbie

P: 027 432 4533

E: lancebegbie@gmail.com

LOCKSMITH

LOCKSMITH LOCKSMITH LOCKSMITH Selwyn based 24hr mobile service, keys cut and general lock and safe maintenance. EFTPOS available. Call Locktight Security0211718060.

OFFICE SPACE

METAL FABRICATOR OR MECHANIC Light Engineering & Welding

Hartz Marine require a competent, focused & well-organised person with experience or aptitude for this position.

• A passion & interest in powerboats & engines an advantage

• Must be reliable & have a current drivers licence

• Work locally in a bright, sunny workshop with supportive management

• NZ MITO Apprenticeship schemes available

• Excellent rates paid for the right person

• Flexible hours

Please email the Manager: hartzmarine@gmail.com

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FOR LEASE

FOR SALE

OFFICE SPACE

DARFIELD

Darfield township

• 5 Ross Street

• 1st floor

• 79sqm open plan office

• Small kitchenette and toilet

WOOD WOODWOOD WOOD shavings - untreated, clean shavings suitable for horse stables, calving sheds, chicken houses and rabbit hutches. Available in 70L bags, 1m3 bales (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 021 243 8378formoredetails.

Ryegrass Seed Straw

• 180 x 120

• 200 available.

• Baled last week.

• As much or as liRle as you like

• $75 (Inc GST)

• Pick up or delivery can be arranged.

Phone 027 737 4119

PAINTING & DECORATING

• Heat pump/air conditioned

• Fully alarmed parking.

Contact:

Gerald 021 340 990

Vivien 021 340 991

PAINTING & DECORATING

UDI UDI UDI Painting & Decorating. For all painting & decorating services! Fully qualified. Interior & exterior painting & plastering. Wallpapering & roofpainting.QualityServices.

Free quotes. Please contact Udi Aale 021 074 2075. www.udipaintingndecorating.co.nz

PAINTING & DECORATING

General Painting & Property Repairs Gib Stopping  Wallpapering

OVER 40 years experience!

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

FULL TIME YARD HAND

Start date - 24/02/2023

21 Manion Road Rolleston.

7:45am - 5pm, Monday - Friday. Occasional cover on Saturdays.

• No experience needed

• Training provided.

• To be successful in this role you will need to be a reliable and prac cal person with a strong work ethic and a good level of physical fitness.

Forward your CV to kent@macrocarpasupplies.co.nz or call 021 325 661

FULL-TIME COOK

Dunsandel Stop Shop is looking for a full-time cook, with front of house experience and excellent coffee making skills!

You will be in charge of food prep every morning, baking, cooking food all day for the hot food cabinets as well as meals. Some serving behind the counter will be required. Being available to work weekends is a must! But don’t worry you get guaranteed weekends off as well, approximately 35 hours per week.

If this sounds like something you are interested in please email your CV in to dunsandelstopshop@gmail.com

ROOF MAINTENANCE

ROOF ROOF & house maintenance. All aspects covered including spouting, mortar, tiles, re-roofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing. General repairs. Pleasephone033476702

WEEKEND COOK

Friday - Sunday, 9am - 3pm

Weekends off negotiable. Phone Janine or Mike 03 318 8206.

QUAD BIKE TOUR GUIDE

20 - 40 hours per week

Sales, Marke"ng & Guiding

Tours operate at Springfield, from 9am - 4pm. A dynamic role for someone who enjoys a variety of tasks in a growing industry. We provide ongoing training and support so you gain skills that will benefit your career in Adventure Tourism while working in a great rural community. You will have flexibility in your hours of work as long as you are available to take customer phone calls. Weekends are our busy me plus prior to Christmas and during the summer you can expect an increase in work load. A current work place first aid cer ficate is required for our health and safety policy.

Please email a CV with work experience and skills to grebuKon@xtra.co.nz

Grenville BuKon - Adventure Trailrides Ltd

Ph: 027 291 1239

ROOM TO RENT

SINGLE SINGLE SINGLE SINGLE lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Internet, sky TV. $170pw. Phone 0274791431or3183660.

SHEEP SHEARING

MOBILE MOBILE MOBILE MOBILE SHEEP SHEEP SHEEP SHEEP

SHEARING SHEARING SHEARING SHEARING

• Drenching

• Foot Trimming

• Crutching

• General Animal Welfare Advice.

Call Shaun Adams Call Adams for a quote on for on 021 204 1274 204

SCRAP METAL

WANTED! WANTED! WANTED! Best prices! Amalgamated Scrap Ltd. Buying cars & farm machinery.Specialisinginfarm clean-ups. Rod McQuoidbuyer. Please phone either 0276950480oralternatively 0800030712.

WANTED TO RENT

RURAL RURALRURAL RURAL farm house in Selwyn district, by mature working couplewithadog.Preferlong -term arrangement. Only havingtorelocateduetofarm being sold. Please phone Denice0272214626.

WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES

TRADES TRADES

Heat pump supply,

All

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DEAD DEADDEAD DEAD Cars - we buy dead cars, end of life cars, scrap cars, old farm vehicles. Cash paid. Please phone 0274848121.

AbsoluteHomes

House

Cleans most surfaces: fences, paths, brick, block, wood, concrete & machinery.

DARFIELD DARFIELD DARFIELD DARFIELD BASED BASED BASED BASED

GRANNY

SLEEPOUTS SLEEPOUTS SLEEPOUTS. AtKebonKabinswebuildyour investmentonyourland. Properconcretefloorand foundationhousedesigned tosuit.PleasephoneIan 0273724609.

JAMES JAMES Hunt Residential Ltd. Renovation Specialists. Registered Master Builder. Please phone 027 466 0092. www.jameshuntresidential.co.nz

UPHOLSTERER- Recover lounge suites, dining chairs, squabs etc. Free quotes. Based in Weedons. Please phone039804979.

RURAL PLUMBING SERVICES LTD

Simon O’Connell • Certifying Plumber M: 021 048 4799

E: simon@rpsltd.co.nz

Darfield based, working Canterbury wide. All Maintenance, Hot Water Cylinders, Log burners, Spouting, Rainwater Harvest, Wetbacks, Pumps, Alterations (new and existing)

Dale Mayberry Ph: 021 222 2833

A German Shepherd, a Doberman, and a cat died. In heaven, all three faced God, who wanted to know what they believed in.

The German Shepherd said, “I believe in discipline, training, and loyalty to my master.”

“Good!” said God, “Sit at my right side. Doberman, what do you believe in?” The Doberman answered,” I believe in the love, care and protection of my master.”

“Aha” said God, “You may sit to my left.”

God looked at the cat and asked, “And what do you believe in?” The cat replied, “I believe you are sitting in my seat.”

Once you understand why the pizza is made round, packed in a square box, and eaten as a triangle… then you will understand women!

GRANNY GRANNYFLATSAND FLATSAND