Issue 1,118 Friday 19th Januay 2024 by Malvern News

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: New Year Resolution with George Elder A Memorable Christmas in Darfield One Spark is all it Takes

Phone: 03 318 7450 Email: info@malvernnews.co.nz Website: www.malvernnews.co.nz

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Sensory Time at Darfield Pool

January Garden Guide

Darfield Garden Club Report

Malvern/Darfield Menz Shed

Try Your Local CAB

Bellyful Needs Your Help

Health Warning - Selwyn River

5 Ways to Save Money

Greendale Retain Claw Cup

Darfield Gun Club

Sports In Brief

Save The Date

Public Notices Classified

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Trades

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Email Column

MALVERN LUCKY WITH ACCESS TO SWIMMING LESSONS Learning to swim is an essential part of New Zealand life, however swim schools across New Zealand are facing swim instructor shortages and are struggling to keep up with the demand according to Swim Coaches and Teachers New Zealand president Dan Fulton. There are many waiting lists for children to get into swim lessons due to a shortage of instructors available.

However, local Malvern Swim School operators, mother and daughter duo, Sue and Tegan Stokes say they are pleased and proud, despite the national shortage, to be able to offer swimming lessons within their local communities utilising local staff. The pair are passionate about swimming and water safety education. The Swim School offers a

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Being a swimming instructor can offer career opportunities and satisfaction.

range of lessons and coaching sessions for babies aged six months through to adults during the summer months at swimming pools across the Malvern district. What people may not realise is that teaching swimming can be a satisfying career either part time or fulltime with a range of qualification pathways

available. Tegan says the Malvern Swim School aims to train one new swim teacher each season. Potential instructors need to be available from mid-November to mid-March. To register your interest, you can email Tegan at malvernswimschool@gmail.com

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NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS WITH GEORGE ELDER By George Elder, takebackyrhealth.com I tend to forget about New Year resolutions by the third week, however, here are some ideas that are super easy to do and even easier to continue way past the third week of the year. We all know there are things we should eat less of, but it is very hard to stick to this and when we eat out, it all becomes a mega effort. When it’s too hard, we fall back on what we’ve been doing. I suggest you forget what happens when eating out or dining at a friend’s place, instead just focus on your eating at home so that those meals are much healthier. Even a small change like this will make a difference. First, and most important, collect up all the seed oils, margarine, fake butters and vegetable oils in the pantry and refrigerator and put them in the rubbish bin, where they belong. Then go out and buy coconut oil, olive oil and butter. These oils are so much better for you. By the way,

coconut oil does not taste of coconuts. Use these oils in cooking and baking, in dressings and real butter on your toast. Your body will thank you. Next, make the switch to sour dough bread. It is the only fermented traditional bread with low sugar. Just ensure it has been fermented overnight. It tastes amazing. Focus on foods you regularly eat that you could substitute with a low sugar or a low grain option. Here are some ideas, buy low sugar sauces, low sugar sweets, low sugar colas

and soft drinks, and, occasionally, replace rice with cauliflower rice. Finally, don’t be afraid of meat, the world’s most nutritious food. There is a lot of misinformation about meat, which is surprising as many ancestral diets over thousands of years have been heavy on meat without problems. Hong Kong residents have a very high life expectancy and a super high meat consumption rate. Happy New Year and all the best with your challenges.

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A MEMORABLE CHRISTMAS IN DARFIELD The Darfield Residents Association (DRA) was thrilled with the response to the Christmas Lights Trail, Santa’s Grotto and Christmas Extravaganza in the Park organized in the lead-up to Christmas. DRA chairman Harvey Polglase says, “The support from businesses, the community, and children of Darfield was wonderful, making it a memorable Xmas for many.” Hundreds of children visited with Santa and enjoyed a morning in the park with facepainting, bouncy castle, and lolly scrambles in addition to free BBQ sausages. “Sponsorship from the Malvern Community Board and generous donations from local businesses contributed to a very successful event, which will become a fixture on the calendar.”

Sharn Nu’u on behalf of the Malvern Community Board says, “In 2022, I was privileged to be asked by Cr. Bob Mugford to be Santa’s Little Helper at Santa’s Grotto held at the Darfield Jail. It was a great opportunity to get to know my fellow board members and connect with the community, so of course I was keen to get involved. Over 450 gifts were gifted to the children of Malvern, and seven hampers gifted to local families. I was in awe of the amount of love and care that had gone into the grotto, making sure every child got a free gift, and every family received a free entry into a raffle for a hamper made up of beautiful items that I learned was donated by local businesses. Many families mentioned how glad they were the grotto was

back - having been unable to open during the Covid pandemic - and asked that the grotto continue. For many families, it was tradition to get their Santa photo at the jail. After some conversations, it was agreed the Malvern Community Board would continue this wonderful tradition that Cr. Mugford and his wife Pam founded a decade ago. 2023 was just as successful! Approximately 200 sports balls were donated from local individuals and businesses as part of a ball donation drive that was initiated by Liezel Nel. Another 300 gifts were donated by various businesses and locals including the Malvern Lions and Darfield MenzShed. Eight hampers, made up of donations from local businesses, were part of the free raffle, and the winners were drawn at the Christmas Extravaganza in Darfield on Saturday, December 23rd. Over 50 wonderful letters, from children, were collected from Santa’s Letterbox. Santa’s Little Helpers ensured each letter was read. Santa has asked that a few be given to the Malvern News to publish as he felt they were rather creative;

Dear Santa, Could I please get an elf for Christmas? I really want one and it would make me HAPPY! From Madaline.

Hazel Gliddon with Father Christmas.

Dear Santa, Can I please have a prank book for Christmas.

I will be sensible with it. From Adee.

Dear Santa, Hope all is going good up in the north pole. This year your elves must be very very very busy, I have been looking forward to Christmas the whole entire year! This year for Christmas, if you aren't to busy, a hammock, a giant squishmellow, indoor car track and some perfume for mum and a free pass to the nail salon. And for dad some fishing gear and some time off working on the house. Hope you aren't to busy to enjoy Christmas with Mrs Clause and the elves. And you have a fun Christmas with your families. From Dan Sharn continued, “Thank you to the Darfield Christmas committee, the Darfield Residents Association, Malvern Community Board, Selwyn

District Council, Malvern News and all our wonderful sponsors for all your support. I look forward to planning and bringing some new ideas to the area for 2024!” AND THE WINNERS ARE … Winners of the resident’s section of the Christmas Lights Trail 2023 competition were Barry and Natalie Gibb at 136 Horndon Street, Darfield, and the business section winner was Malvern News. Barry and Natalie Gibb said “Thank you to everyone who voted for us! We are extremely humble to have won the Darfield Residents Association Christmas Light Trail 2023. It has been our pleasure to bring Christmas lights to Darfield for the past 15 years, and we are appreciative of the support Darfield has given us this year. It was a pleasure to do the trail, and appreciate the uniqueness of everyone's Christmas display.”

Receiving the cup for the Christmas Lights Trail 2023 business section is the team from Malvern News from left: Naomi and Aneka Herekotukutuku with mum, Charlotte Farthing, Jan Thomas and Abbi Moore. (Absent Fiona Maddison).

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ONE SPARK IS ALL IT TAKES

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Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand The resent fires along the Darfield/Kirwee railway line provided a timely reminder to everyone that it just takes a spark to start a wildfire, particularly as the fire danger increases. With the warm weather set to continue over the next month, the fire danger is only set to increase, leading Fire and Emergency Canterbury District Commander Dave Stackhouse to declare a restricted fire season until further notice. A restricted fire season means anyone planning on lighting an openopen-air fire will need a permit. You can apply for a permit at www.checkitsalright.nz. "You only have to see from the events of recent weeks how small sparks can quickly turn into large fires which threaten homes, buildings,

animals and communities," Dave Stackhouse says. "Although a restricted season would not have prevented these fires, it does give us greater protection from unwanted fires by ensuring any open-air fires are only completed with a permit." The previous two years of increased rainfall has seen increased grass and vegetation growth across the district. "This is now drying out, and our crews are reporting greater effort being required to contain and extinguish even relatively small fires.” Anyone planning on lighting fires this season must check the weather conditions. If it’s hot and windy, do not light a fire, even if you have a permit. Dave Stackhouse says, "In addition, make sure you undertake spark-generating activities, like mowing or

grinding, during the cooler parts of the day – early morning or in the evening”. FIRE SAFETY TIPS • Create safety zones around your house to act as a barrier against fire. • Plant low flammability plant species around buildings. • Keep your lawn mown and well irrigated, your gutters and roof clear of debris, and choose low flammability plants. • Make sure your driveway clearance is at least 4 metres wide and 4 metres high to allow access for emergency vehicles. • Ensure there is easy access to water for firefighting. • Check the wildfire risk regularly, and think about when you do particular activities to reduce the risk of an accidental fire.

Go to www.checkitsalright.nz for tips on how to stay fire safe.

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Crews from Kirwee, Darfield, West Melton, Hororata, Dunsandel, Springfield, Wigram, Canterbury High Country, and the Christchurch Command Unit attended multiple fires recently. Pictured are some of the Rolleston crew being looked after by The Fat Cow ice cream van while taking respite from fighting vegetation fires near Kirwee.

An ariel photo showing how close the flames came to residential areas in Kirwee during the recent fires that was started by a train.

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GLENTUNNEL YOGA CLASSES – A FRESH START FOR 2024 Have you ever considered doing yoga and thought “I’m not flexible enough, young enough or fit enough”? Local yoga teacher, Lisa Mills, is offering an inclusive class and welcomes those who are not flexible, are in any age group (late teens upwards) and at any level of fitness. Lisa says, “Yoga has become a bit of a trend, and one where we can potentially push ourselves, wish we were flexible and are not, and where ‘body-beautiful’ is a focus. I offer a safe environment where you can be you, with no competition or judgement, whilst fostering a sense of care and community good-will”. Lisa began teaching in Glentunnel last year and had a great response. So much so, she is setting up a second class. The 8-week course structure is designed to introduce you to the foundations of yoga, your breath and body awareness. Whether you are a beginner, have injuries or your own unique limitations; yoga postures can be modified to suit your needs. Likewise, if you have yoga experience,

options are given to deepen your yoga enquiry. One of her students commented, “With me being a newbie to yoga, Lisa has made the experience rather enjoyable. She has been very understandable and made classes doable for all. I wish I had started years ago.” It is well known that yoga effects not only how we feel physically, but also emotionally and mentally. As we develop strength, flexibility, and centredness, we can meet personal challenges with greater resilience and

calm. Another student shared, “I look forward to yoga with Lisa every week, she brings a soothing gentle energy and a sense of fun. The mindfulness and breathing exercises help me take a mental break and relax. I always leave class feeling refreshed, with a sense of peace and calm.” New to Lisa? First class is free! Bookings are essential, see adjoining advertisement for class details or phone 027 814 0785 or visit www.goldentouch.co.nz.

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Lisa Mills - Qualified Yoga Instructor (IYTA, 2010) Ph 027 814 0785 | www.goldentouch.co.nz

SENSORY TIME AT DARFIELD POOL After listening to feedback the team at Selwyn Aquatic Centre have been working hard behind the scenes to make the sensory time at Darfield C om mu n i t y Po ol m or e accessible to families and their schedules. After a few operational changes, they are happy to say that effective Monday, January 29th, Sensory Time is moving to 9am - 10am! It will be held every Monday at the same time until Darfield Pool closes for the season. This is a drop-in session that is recommend for children between the ages of four months and four years. DARFIELD POOL HOURS: During school term: • Mon, Wed, Fri: 7am–7pm • Tues, Thurs: 3.30–7pm School holidays and public holidays: • Mon to Sun: 1–7pm • Mon, Wed, Fri: Lane swimming only 7–8am

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sunflowers. IN THE VEGETABLE GARDEN the base of fruit trees to • Plant petunias, impatiens, maintain moisture and keep • Dig in compost and sheep calendula, dahlias, echinacea, the area weed free. pellets before planting to verbascum, verbena, alyssum, replenish nutrients used by • Aphids, whitefly and scale cosmos, gaillardia, marigolds, previous crops. insects may be about. Treat nemesia, dahlias. the same as vege garden. • Tomatoes: Bird netting may • Deadhead or cut back summer IN THE FLOWER GARDEN be required to protect the flowers to encourage a fresh ripening tomatoes. Continue • Pick vibrant blooms including batch of flowers. staking tomatoes, keep roses, hydrangeas, fuchsias, pinching out new laterals that dianthus, delphiniums, lilies, • Apply fertiliser to flower beds and pots and containers to appear and keep plants well gladiolus, sweet peas, replenish nutrients. Fertilise watered. For the best flavour, agapanthus, sunflowers, roses with Rose Food. leave fruit on plant to ripen. geraniums, cosmos, • Potatoes: for main crops still in the ground, mould up soil around the leaves to encourage more tubers and to keep the sun off them. • If aphids and whitefly are still On December 17, a group of club members and friends a problem, try blasting with a enjoyed a wonderful visit to Mt Peel Station to see the giant hose or spray with an insect Himalayan Lilies. control product. After lunching under the trees we strolled through the garden IN THE FRUIT GARDEN which contains some of the oldest exotic trees in South • Pick nectarines, passionfruit, Canterbury, a douglas fir and pinus insignis planted in 1859 cherries, blueberry, and oaks, cedars, spruces and poplars planted in 1862 – strawberries, raspberries, magnificent. JBA Acland loved trees and asked guests to apricots, peaches, plums. plant a tree in his garden. The present homestead was built • Plant more strawberries. Trim in 1865 and is a Category 1 NZ listed Gothic-style building. long runners back to the The original cottage lived in by the first Mrs Acland has been centre of strawberry plants. restored in recent years. • Add a layer of mulch around The Himalayan Lilies have flourished under the trees since the 1890’s. Originally they grew in pots in the estate’s conservatory until the roof blew off allowing the seeds to spread. They thrive in the woodland setting, growing 2-3 metres tall. The life cycle of the lily from seed to flower takes seven years. They flower once and then die, other bulbs and the germination of new seed ensuring continuous flowering. We wandered through the woodland, passed the amazing lilies to the Church of the Holy Innocents, the church named in remembrance of the first four young children buried there. This beautiful little church was gifted to the community by J B A Acland, his wife Emily Weddall Acland laying the foundation stone in 1868. We were able to sit in the church and hear Rose and Johnny Acland tell us the history their family and Mount Peel Station, a fine finale to an excellent day. New members are always welcome. Contact ann.gibson@xtra.co.nz.

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MALVERN/DARFIELD MENZ SHED By Neil Roberts, Chairman It is now six years since the Malvern Menz Shed was established in Darfield. During this time, we have been able to extend the floor space of our workshop and upgrade our equipment and machinery. This also applies to our personal skills. So, what do we do? We repair and restore wooden furniture, and we repair and make outdoor furniture to your specifications. Woodturning is very popular, and we have several bowls and platters on display – we are very fortunate to have an excellent tutor. For metalwork, we do basic welding and metal lathing. We have a large range of wooden toys on display, or we can fix those special ones, dolls prams, rocking

horses, etc. What do we charge? Small jobs we can usually do straight away. It is surprising what you can get done for a plate of scones or a sponge cake! For larger work, we charge materials at cost, plus an hourly rate.

Call in and see us at the back of the workshop, McLaughlins Road, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am till 12 noon. Don’t forget to check out our large range of assorted wooden toys for sale and an outdoor coffee table. Find and like us on Facebook: Menzshed Darfield – Malvern

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GOT A QUESTION? TRY YOUR LOCAL CAB Please contact us to make an appointment in one of the four convenient office locations.

Kate Warren Senior Associate Mobile: 027 384 3054 Email: kate.warren@tp.co.nz Rolleston & Darfield: 03 317 9099 Christchurch: 03 374 9999 Ashburton: 03 308 4188

Darfield office open: Mon & Thurs, 9 - 5pm or by appointment DARFIELD  ASHBURTON  ROLLESTON  CHRISTCHURCH Conveyancing, Refinancing, Leasing & Property Transactions, Land Acquisitions, Boundary Adjustment & Subdivision, Insurance Law, Occupation Right Agreements, Estate & Succession Planning, including Enduring Powers of Attorney, Trusts & Wills.

Did you know that the Citizens Advice Bureau website www.cab.org.nz has everything you may wish to know but didn’t know who to ask. It has thousands of questions and answers based on common enquiries to CAB. Recent queries include: • Who can get a Community Services Card? How do I get one? • What are my rights as a casual employee? • Who is liable for fixing damage to a rental property? • What can I do if I believe the Disputes Tribunal did not make the right decision? • What should I do if someone is harassing me? • How much will a Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) cost me?

Who can apply for New Zealand residence in the Skilled Migrant Category? • The car I bought from a dealer is faulty. What can I do? • How do I find out who owns a particular property? • I am having financial problems - can I withdraw some of my KiwiSaver funds early? Can’t find it? Call us on freephone 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or chat using the chat symbol at the bottom right of our homepage. The Chat is not a bot, it is a real person, a volunteer. Or you can click on ‘Find a CAB’ and pop into one of our six locations across Christchurch and Rolleston. It’s free! No-one should be embarrassed if they find themselves in a bad situation. If you have any inkling that something is wrong, write down the facts and your feelings, and talk to somebody (us) who is removed from the situation. What question would you like an answer to? Visit www.cab.org.nz to find out. •

Do you want to volunteer for CAB? By volunteering you will help people to understand their rights and to access services and support. You will help them with information and options so they can find a way forward. What’s involved? You will work as part of an amazing team and be equipped with training and resources. You will support CAB clients with information and advice on a range of issues. You might also help with other aspects of running the CAB. What's the commitment? Most volunteers help for one shift each week, generally 2-3 hours. Volunteers also commit to initial training and ongoing learning. What skills do I need? You need to be a good communicator, be patient, welcoming, and able to treat our diverse clients with dignity and respect. You need to be comfortable using a computer and doing research using our database.

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BELLYFUL NEEDS YOUR HELP Bellyful is a charity that helps support families with a new baby or young children and who don’t have any immediate support available to do what the charity does – cook and deliver free meals. Over the last year, Bellyful Selwyn volunteers cooked and supplied over 1100 meals to 148 families in the district. Bellyful Selwyn co-branch coordinator Karen Spackman says, “Last year we cooked every month with the cost of a cookathon being between $500-600 a month.” The local charity relies on the generosity of people and businesses in the communities. Meals are cooked by volunteers in a commercial kitchen and include the same five key meals that are nutritious and tasty. These meals use the same recipes nationwide: Beef Lasagne, Beef Bolognese Sauce, Macaroni Cheese, Tomato and Red Lentil Soup, and Mild Vegetarian Curry. This year the charity is looking for corporate groups to help

with the cookathons (meals are made in batches and frozen ready for distribution) and donations. Monetary donations go towards the cost of meals, delivery of meals, and hiring of the community centre and equipment to make the meals. Meals are delivered to Rolleston, Lincoln, Prebbleton, Hornby, Halswell, Leeston,

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Southbridge, Dunsandal, Darfield, West Melton and many small communities around the Selwyn district. If you can volunteer or know of someone who may need help with meals, find out more at www.bellyful.org.nz/bellyful -branches/selwyn. • Sheep or beef

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HEALTH WARNING - SELWYN RIVER P: 027 469 7703 E: ellaleecontracting@gmail.com Services include: Ploughing | Direct Drilling | Cultivation

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Source: Health New Zealand Te Mana Ora | Community and Public Health has issued a health warning for the Waikirikiri-Selwyn River at Whitecliffs Domain. The warning follows finding moderate to high cover of potentially toxic algae (benthic cyanobacteria) in the Waikirikiri-Selwyn River. People should avoid the area and animals, particularly dogs, should not be allowed near the water until the health warning has been lifted. There are also other access points along the WaikirikiriSelwyn River that may have benthic cyanobacteria present. People are advised to treat every low-flowing river

cautiously, check for the presence of benthic cyanobacteria and avoid contact. Dr Cheryl Brunton, Medical Officer of Health for Te Mana Ora, National Public Health Service, says the algae look like dark brown to black mats and can produce toxins harmful to people and animals. “Exposure may cause skin rashes, nausea, stomach cramps, tingling and numbness around the mouth and fingertips.” “If you experience any of

these symptoms, visit your doctor immediately, also let your doctor know if you’ve had contact with dark brown/ black algal mats or water in this area”, Dr Brunton says. Pets that show signs of illness after encountering algal mats should be taken to a vet immediately. People and animals should remain out of the waterways until the warnings have been lifted. Environment Canterbury is monitoring the sites, and the public will be advised of any changes in water quality.

To check if a river is safe to swim for humans or dogs, visit: www.lawa.org.nz/explore-data/ canterbury-region/river-quality

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5 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY be notified when it’s listed make sure they're on the Consumer NZ is sharing top at a price within your best plan to meet their tips to help New Zealanders budget. needs,” said Walker. hold onto more of their hard“Take a few minutes to find This year, the average earned dollars in 2024. As the the cheapest prices out saving netted by cost-of-living squeeze there and you could easily Powerswitch users was continues to put pressure on save up to $200 a year.” $385. New Zealand households, “It literally takes minutes to 4. Save $500 by being energy we're all adjusting our efficient. The average enter your details into spending priorities and habits household can save up to Powerswitch and see what to see where we can save. $500 a year simply by you could be saving. 1 Save up to $670 by making some small changes “If you compare the market changing car insurance around the home. and decide to switch provider. In November, “Washing clothes in cold providers, the power Consumer NZ found that water could save over $100 providers take care of all switching car insurance a year. Taking 5-minute the admin – it couldn’t be providers could save people showers can save up to easier to save. hundreds of dollars per $260 per person per year. “There is one caveat with year. Switching appliances off at this tip – double check Jessica Walker, Consumer the wall can lead to savings you’re not tied into a communications and of more than $100 per contract before you switch campaigns manager says year,” said Walker. providers. Otherwise, you while there is a perception Read about all the free might have to pay a contract that all car insurance is the and simple ways to reduce break fee.” same, there are some your power bill on d i f f e r e n c e s b e t w e e n 3 Save $200 by shopping save500.org.nz. policies which could save around. Shopping around for the best price shouldn't 5 Save some cash by people money. reviewing your subscription stop with insurance or “We found that a family of services. Walker encourages power providers. Walker four could save up to $56 a people to take stock of their encourages New Zealanders month, that's just over $672 weekly, monthly and annual to make the most of free a year, by shopping around subscription services. price-tracking tools for the for their car insurance,” “We all tend to set and everyday essentials too. said Walker. forget. Do an audit of the “In August last year, we did “Younger people could save subscriptions you pay for to a price spot check on fruit nearly $38 a month, and figure out which ones are and vegetables, comparing older people could keep an no longer providing you prices between the extra $40 a month in their with value. Don’t forget to su per mar kets an d a pocket, just by shopping review the apps that autoroadside produce seller. We around. renew, too. found a 55% price “A Consumer supporter “Depending on the services difference for lettuce, 57% recently shared their you use, you might decide price difference for spring experience, telling us of a to cancel them entirely, onions and 91% price 75% increase in the price of downgrade your plan, or difference for watermelon. their car insurance renewal. search for a cheaper “The Grocer app makes “They said, ‘[the insurer] alternative. identifying what can also whacked on an “Just make sure you’re at be pretty massive price additional excess of $1,200 the end of your contract differences across superfor claims of theft (on top before you cancel or markets fast and easy.” of the $500 excess). I change your plan to avoid Gaspy, a crowd-fed app, understand premiums have break fees.” enables people to compare increased across the board, fuel prices quickly and but I can still find policies easily between retailers. with the same cover for “If Gaspy shows that a $100 to $200 less, and retailer in town is offering none had the additional cheaper fuel but you’re excess for theft claims.’” based in the suburbs, it For more information, check may not be worth it. But out Consumer’s tips on how combine it with a trip you to find the best value car need to make anyway and insurance. you could be onto a 2 Save up to $385 with winner.” Powerswitch. Powerswitch is PriceSpy is a price and a free and independent product comparison engine, service that helps you work Ploughing Cultivation Drilling Mowing which shows current and out which power company historical pricing data for and pricing plan is the products across over 1,000 cheapest for you, from New Zealand shops. among participating “If you need to replace your retailers. vacuum cleaner in the new “Power prices change all year, find a few suitable the time, so we urge New David: 027 659 6596 Sean: 027 466 7739 E: ruralfields@xtra.co.nz options on PriceSpy and Zealanders to use create a price alert. You’ll Powerswitch every year to

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GREENDALE RETAIN CLAW CUP

• General Excavation • Hill Fence Line & Track Specialist • All Farm & Station Fencing • Root Rake 30 years experience! • Grab Bucket Phone Warren on 027 224 3628 • Pipe Puller, up to 50mm • Post Driver or email: thebluez@xtra.co.nz

Greendale Senior Cricket win close match against Darfield.

Our Services: • PLOUGHING • CULTIVATION • DISCING • DRILLING • DIRECT DRILLING

Ph 027 319 9929

HOMEKILL PROCESSING SERVICE Paddock to Plate Service Mobile slaughterman available! For fast efficient service, please call us to book your slaughter and processing!

Tel 03 317 9497 • Mob 027 355 0451 www.greendalebutchery.co.nz

Greendale Senior Cricket team retain the Claw Cup after a tightly contested match against Darfield last Saturday. Darfield won the toss and elected to bat first in the heat. Jordy Frew top scored with 44 off 49 balls. Jack Kennedy scored 34 off 24 balls and Will

Davidson finishing on 29 off 41. Sean Carston was the top bowler for Greendale with 4/36 off 6.4 overs. Todd Thomas was 2/25 off 7 overs. Darfield were all out for 187 off 37.4 overs. Michael Hughes top scored for Greendale, 61 off 59 balls,

followed by Ben Alexander with 36 not out, off 29 balls. Jack Kennedy, Noah Whiteside and David Beatty all grabbed two wickets each. Greendale finished 8/191 off 39.4 overs). The next Claw Cup challenge for Greendale, is against Kaikoura - January 27.

DARFIELD GUN CLUB And just like that it’s a new year and time for our Memorial Shoot held in memory of those who have passed on. It was a good day for shooting with nary a cloud in the sky but a stiff breeze to make things interesting. Most of the attendees were pretty happy with their 20 single rise off 16 metres as a warm up. So on to the important stuff – round two and handicap by distance. Some good scores and plenty of not so good were the results and with four possibles (25/25), two on 24 and six on 23, and with prizes for first to ninth, someone would miss out. Then a repeat for round three after the tea break for the memorial trophy. Three possibles to shoot for the win

and the 23s scrapping for the dregs with just two placings to fill. Some excellent shooting on display in the shoot-offs for both events although it did take a bit of time to finally clear up the results, with no one going out of their way to miss and shorten the time taken (you would have thought there was a sheep station riding on the result). Results Round 2. Meat Prizes 1st C Graham 25/25 2nd S Turner 25 3rd W Hill 25 4th D Jefferis 25 5th B Johnson 24

6th D Armitage 24 7th M Van Leeuwen 23 8th D Folley 23 9th B Brown 23 Memorial Trophy 1st B Johnson 25/25 2nd R Greatorex 25 3rd D Williams 25 4th D Jefferis 24 5th R Turner 23 6th B Mangels 23. Many thanks to all those who assisted on the day with the usual great afternoon tea and those who cleaned up after the shoot. Next shoot Sunday, February 4, 1pm. All welcome.

SPORTS IN BRIEF Water Champs, Taupo Congratulations to siblings Holly and Ben Smith who both competed at the National Open Water Champs in Taupo. Holly won the 15-17 years 10km event and Ben who came in sixth place overall for men. Parabowls win Congratulations to Graham (Snow) Reardon for his silver medal win at the Summerset National Singles and Pairs championships held at Burnside Bowling Club from January 2-9. A great game was had between Wayne McCarthy who beat Graham in the final of the national singles 21-9. Australian Track & Field Championships Local athlete Jody McCarthy-Dempsey from Darfield High School was selected as one of three reserves (for the girl’s team) for the NZ Secondary Schools Track & Field U18 team to Adelaide in April this year. This year nine male and 11 female competitors were selected for the team along with five reserves.

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Friday 19th January 2024 PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

NEW LINE DANCE CLASSES

PUBLIC NOTICES

Sheffield

Happy New Year from Darfield Line Dancers.

FREE BOOK

Linedancing starts back Jan 17th.

EXCHANGE

All dancers welcome. New class starting February - more info to come. Contact Jenny Brookes 0274 452 285

Sheffield Hall

SUNDAY 21ST JAN 2024 12 - 3pm For the community book exchange! GOLF RESULTS

WAIMAK GOLF Summer Golf Hidden Holes 11 January 2024

If you would like to try out an instrument come to our ‘Have Have a Go’ morning at the Darfield Library on Saturday 27th January from 10-11.

18 Holes K Bush 72 M Robertson 72 S Farrar 71 R Pilbrow 69 J Pottinger 67 Nearest to Pin for 2 #4 - M TeAwa Nearest to Pin for 2 #17 - J Pottinger Longest Putt #15 - M Robertson Most Nett Eagles - L Scott

To enrol or view the prospectus please contact Lynn Meder: admin@malvernschoolofmusic.kiwi.nz

ACCOUNTANTS

2024 ENROLMENTS

ARE you wasting your valuable time trying to keep up with accounts? Call us now for hassle-free accounting, tax and business advice - right on your doorstep. Sterling Accountants @ Malvern Business Hub, Ann-Maree 021 215 0981.

Free Beginners Ukulele Lesson (Adults) Monday 5th February, 10.20-10.50am at Darfield Library Community Room For further info email: adelelanglands@gmail.com

AUTOMOTIVE CELEBRANT

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

CHIMNEY CLEANING Jo Babe - Wedding Celebrant

0274323360 jobabenz8@gmail.com www.jobabecelebrant.co.nz

For your personalised wedding ceremony

CELEBRANT

22 Jan 22 Jan 23 Jan 24 Jan 24 Jan 27 Jan 29 Jan 30 Jan 1 Feb 1 Feb 5 Feb 8 Feb 9 Feb

1pm

Malvern News - Editorial Deadline Beginner Shearing Course Canterbury Greendale 10am Malvern News - Advertising Deadline 11:30-12:30 Weekly Justice of the Peace Service Desk Darfield Library Rolleston News - Editorial & Advertising Deadline 10am MSM “Have a go” morning Darfield Library 9am Sensory Time Darfield Community Pool 6:30pm Golden Touch Yoga Class Glentunnel Community Centre 9:30am Golden Touch Yoga Class Glentunnel Community Centre Twilight Social Netball Registration Closes 10:20am Free Beginners Ukulele Lesson (Adults) Darfield Library Community room Twilight Social Netball commences 12pm DRFC Golf Tournament Hororata Golf Course

Weddings • Namings Renewal of Vows Funerals • Interments

JENNI GIBSON Ph: 03 324 8332 M: 021 723 089 www.newzealandcelebrant.nz

CARRS Chimney Cleaning. Servicing the Selwyn district. $70 per chimney. Please ph 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.

COUNSELLING INSPIRE Counselling Practice. Offering individual and relationship counselling, p erso na l dev elo pmen t, creative inspiration. To make an appointment phone Michelle Bland - 020 4115 4184.

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Friday 19th January 2024 DRIVEWAYS

CARPET

NEED carpet? Go local! Very LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, competitive pricing, seldom yards and dairy lanes our beaten. 30 years servicing speciality. Screened rottenthis area. In home sample rock, it’s local and lasts service, also repairs and installations. Please ph Alan better. Phone Springfield Quarry on 318 4132. Roberts 021 227 2080.

DOGS

OXFORD BOARDING

KENNELS

CATTERY

312 Kiri Kiri Rd, Oxford

CATS on Courtenay

Phone Jude & Bevan Blackmore

CATTERY

Boutique Boarding Cattery!

03 312 3355 027 288 8724

OPEN 7 DAYS 9am-11am, 4:30pm-6:30pm

Purpose built, nestled in a tranquil, rural setting. • Close proximity to all main centres.

Inspection welcome

Phone: 027 433 3564

FIREWOOD & COAL

•

www.catsoncourtenay.nz Check us out on Facebook! ‘CATS ON COURTENAY’

HORORATA Firewood. Bone dry old man pine. Free delivery. 4,6 & 8mtr loads. Phone 027 781 1492.

CHURCH NOTICES

Darfield Life Church

SUNDAY 21ST JAN 2024

Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

At 10:30am

TRY THE HOT MIX!

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

Eftpos available.

R K FIREWOOD Supplying wood for this Spring!

All top quality, clean wood.

Ph Rini 027 451 7300 FOR SALE

DOGS

FOREVER HOME WANTED for a Black and White Border Collie. Owner is unable to manage Bella due to serious health issues. Our loved one needs a safe and caring new home with a large garden and well-fenced area. Her happiest time is being with you and wanted. If, after a period of time, the adoption wasn’t working for the new owners, we would immediately arrange collection of Bella.

STIHIL Chainsaw. Model MS231C. Easy start model. 4-5yrs old. Near New chain. $450ono. Ph 027 386 9986.

11 Wiltshire 2tooth ewes. Ideal for life style blocks due to shedding their wool. Phone 03 318 1615.

She is currently in boarding kennels for any visits.

Enquire: Terry - Ph: 027 369 1442 (Please note this is a different number than previously supplied. Apologies to those that rang the incorrect number. Regards Terry)

FIREWOOD & COAL

PEA STRAW AVAILABLE $7 per small bale, delivered. Medium squares pea straw also available! Phone now for delivery, our ex-paddock. • Hugh Wright

FIREWOOD A wide variety available. Ph: 03 312 4637 (evenings only) or 021 260 4520 E: e.wakelin@outlook.com - WINZ APPROVED -

LEASE BLOCK

10-- 50HA Sheep grazing SHAVER Pullets - 13 weeks old. 10 URGENTLY required. Please Please phone 027 431 8150. phone 027 436 1388.

HOUSE FOR RENT

MORTGAGE BROKER

CENTRAL Darfield. 3.5 Bdrm, 1 Bathrm, open plan living, ARE you in need of a refinance, Woodfire. Large carport. first home loan, buying a new Currently vacant, immediate home, investment property or move in. Rent $550p/wk. a property development? I Large 4bay shed available deal with all the lenders, and extra $50p/wk. Please phone I can get you the best deal to suit you. I have 30+ years of 027 676 8888. lending experience, and I am LOCKSMITH local. I can come to you. Alan Lover Loan Market LOCKSMITH Selwyn based 027 2516644. I bring the 24hr mobile service, keys cut banks to you. and general lock and safe m a i n t e n a n c e . E F T P O S PAINTING/DECORATING available. Call Locktight Security 021 171 8060.

PEST CONTROL

SPIDERBAN NC LTD

‘For all your decorating needs’

Micky Conway

Darfield owned and operated since 2008.

Call Brian Walker for your pest control requirements!

0800 667 778

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

021 125 1613 conwaydecor@hotmail.com

FULLY INSURED

PAINTING/DECORATING

Udi Painting & Decorating For all Painting and Decorating services! Interior & Exterior Painting & Plastering

Fully Qualified  Wallpapering Roof Painting  Quality Services Free Quotes.

Contact Udi Aale 021 074 2075 www.udipaintingndecorating.co.nz

Painter & Wallpaper Hanger Malvern Lions have

Please help if you can

FOR SALE

Sheffield - 021 565 550 • Les Clement Darfield - 027 318 1165 • Andrew Brooker Kirwee - 027 432 6176 • Stu Lill Kirwee - 03 347 6770 • Anthony Dalzell Coalgate - 027 240 6501

Tanya Barnfield 021 0298 9756 paintess51@gmail.com www.selwynconnect.co.nz Tanya Barnfield Painter and Wallpaper Hanger

ROOM TO RENT

SITUATION WANTED

SINGLE lockable rooms in E XP E RI ENC ED stoc kman Darfield Hostel. Internet, Sky looking for work. Tractor TV. $180pw. Please phone driving experience. GST 027 479 1431 or 318 registered. Please phone 3660. 022 574 7805

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

SITUATION VACANT DUNSANDEL STOP SHOP IS HIRING!! We need a Front of house staff member. 29hrs p/w Email CVs to: dunsandelstopshop@gmail.com

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Friday 19th January 2024 SITUATION VACANT

Mitchell Bros are a family owned and operated Sawmill based in Darfield. We have a full-time position available for a person to join our team. Key requirements: • Good level of physical fitness • Willingness to be trained and upskill • Punctual • Hard working and reliable • Good communication skills • Health and Safety conscious.

TRADES

A supportive & inclusive approach for beginners, or those with experience. Glentunnel Community Centre Tuesday 6.30-7.45pm, starts 30th Jan. Thursday 9.30-10.45am, starts 1st Feb. 8 week block $120. New to me? 1st class is free. Bookings essential. Contact Lisa Mills 027 814 0785, lisa@goldentouch.co.nz

WANTED

If you would like to discuss the position, please contact Scott Mitchell on 027 555 8217 SHEEP SHEARING

YOGA CLASS

SITUATION VACANT

WANTED

MOBILE SHEEP

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

WINDOW CLEANING

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

021 204 1274 STUMP GRINDING

COUNTRY TOUCH

LOCATED IN HORORATA

Phone

027 484 8121 PHONE:

TENANCY Rural Tenancy Inspections. Also providing Total Rural and Residential Property Management Solutions. Phone Rebecca

Friendly & experienced professional service.

We buy: • Dead cars • End of life cars • Scrap cars • Old farm vehicles

CASH PAID

027 222 1632

WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES Phone or text Darryl on 027 316 9968

WINDOW TINTING TINT-A-WINDOW Solar Protective films. Fade UV block. Heat Glare control. Privacy. Safety/ Security. Frosted films. Free online quotes. Ph 0800 368 468. info@tintawindow.co.nz www.tintawindow.co.nz

WINDOW REPAIRS

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

027 313 2270 or rebecca@ruraltenancy.co.nz TRADES CARPENTER available for all renovations and repairs. Phone Grant 021 167 1718 anytime. WANT It Welded - Mobile welder can come to you. All types of welding done. Help support small new business. Phone 021 0289 0736.

Locally owned and operated

03 318 3003 TRADES

www.hunterglass.co.nz TRADES Certified water proofer Wet rooms Splashbacks Floor and wall tiling Free quotes

Give Mark a call on 0277229818 Gibson Tiling is a local business.

ACER 515

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

Closed Saturdays

Jon Lawrence

$1,655 Incl GST

• 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD • Nvidia GeForce MX350 • 1xUSB2.0, 2xUSB3.2,

1xUSB3.2 (Gen 1) Type C, 1xHDMI, 1xRJ45 • 802.11ax Wifi malcomputers02@gmail.com • Windows 10 Home 64-bit

Ph: 03 318 3699 Mob: 027 688 9103

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Friday 19th January 2024 Darfield based with over 43 years of local knowledge and experience

Daily On Site Sales & Servicing Authorised Service Agent for Most Brands since 1996! • Ovens Machines • Cooktops • Dryers • Washing Machine • Dishwashers Hire from $8 p.w. • Washing

• Septic Tank Cleaning • Jetting Unit for Blocked Drains • Camera Investigations • Port-a-loo Hire

Reg. Service Technician

TRADES

Qualified Certifying Plumber & Gasfitter

KITCHENS - new or renovate existing with new doors and bench tops, wardrobes, laundries, vanities made to size. Built-in bookcases and wall units, melamine or timber desks, buffets, tables or any furniture. Great prices and advice. Please phone Lex 027 439 3926 or 349 0150.

Tiler

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)

Water Proofer Phone 03 318 1973 or 027 421 1637 e: bowentiling@gmail.com

david wilkinson registered electrician phone 03 318 1231 fax email

03 318 1235 sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz

po box 26 kirwee

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

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

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

Phone 03 420 1020 • 021 732 331

UPHOLSTERER Recover: Lounge Suites Dining Chairs Squabs etc Free Quotes Based in Weedons

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

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

Phone: 03 980 4979 Maintenance Renovations & new builds Pump servicing and installation Water filter installation Water pump hire Supply and installation of septic tank systems • Gas and wood fire installation • IQP in backflow prevention • Teatsprayer servicing

• • • • • •

0800 752 400

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DARFIELD BASED

So two Irishmen are traveling to Australia for the January holidays. Before they leave home, one of their dads gives them both a bit of advice: "You watch them Aussie cab drivers. They'll rob you blind. Don't you go paying them what they ask. You haggle." At the Sydney airport, the Irishmen catch a cab to their hotel. When they reach their destination, the cabbie says, "That'll be twenty dollars, lads." "Oh no you don't! My dad warned me about you. You'll only be getting ﬁfteen dollars from me," says one of the men. "And you'll only be getting ﬁfteen from me too," adds the other.