Issue 1,121 Friday 9th Febuary 2024 by Malvern News

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Local to Watch at Coast to Coast cont… Dancing Success on the Gold Coast A Wild Ride for Cancer Raging Fire Prompts Evacuation Prohibited Fire Season Consultation Out for New Selwyn District Park Chlorination Exemption for Rakaia Huts Letter To The Editor

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7 Back To School Tips 8 Calls for Submissions on 9 Proposed Transport Investment Darfield Garden Club Report 9 Child Cancer Street Appeal 10 Volunteers Needed Kerbside Collections 11 11 Darfield Bowls Update 12--13 Public Notices 12 13 Save The Date 1313-15 Classifieds 1515-16 Trades 16 Email Column

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LOCALS TO WATCH - COAST TO COAST #637 Alexis SinclairSinclair-Dockerill, Elite Youth U23 (Two Day Individual) This is a massive year for Lexie Sinclair-Dockerill with her entry in this year’s new U23 Youth Elite division. This is Lexie’s third year competing in the Coast to Coast with some good prize money and prizes up for grabs for the winner and she’s pumped to be competing. Lexie’s mum, Kimberley, is encouraging as many friends and family as possible to get out along the course to support her and help get her across that finish line. She says the more people Lexie sees the more pumped she gets. “As always we could not be any prouder of our girl,” says Kimberley, “and every time, she just completes this race is amazing.” #294 Chris Twaites, Longest Day (Male Veteran 4040-49) Chris Twaites can’t wait to “hook into it” with this year’s race. He says he really enjoys the challenge mentally and physically and the huge amount of effort that is required for the longest day. “It been a real team effort from friends and family getting ready for the big day,” says Chris. His biggest supporter is his wife, Jane Thwaites. Jane is also one of his support crew along with his mate, and Coalgate local, Tom Mullingan. “My dad, Tony Thwaites, has been amazing dropping me off to all parts of the country to assist with training and logistics. He's loved it. Meeting lots of new people along the way.” Chris also did a training run over Goat Pass with his 15year-old son, Toby. “That was special to run it with him,” says Chris. “It’s the next generation having a go.” Chris is really grateful for all

the support and says he hopefully inspires his friends and family to have a “crack at this great event”. #691 Ben Wilson, Male Open (Two Day Individual) Ben Wilson of Kirwee says competing in the race has been on his bucket list since he was a kid when he watched the competitors’ bike along Old West Coast Road. “When it was suggested that we enter a team’s event a couple of years Alexis Sinclair-Dockerill, finishing the event last year, ago, I put my hand up to be is competing in the new U23 Youth Elite section. the kayaker so I could do it obviously everyone’s goal but but it’s always a struggle myself after that,” says Ben. Hi race was delayed for a year I guess being able to say I finding time around family and because of Covid and this year stuck to my training plan work to get out training,” says he is competing in the consistently is just as Scott. He takes his hat off to those important.” individual section. Ben says that the most #929 Scott McIlroy Blair who compete as individuals challenging part of training McIlroy & Matt Deans, Men and says, “Doing it on your hasn’t been the training itself Open (Two Day Three Person) o wn mu st b e s u per but the logistics of it all, A desire to do better than last challenging with all the year is what drives Scott training.” especially the kayaking. “I have been training with McIlroy, his twin brother Blair Enjoying the environment and Chris Thwaites, and his dad, McIlroy, and friend Matt Deans catching up with other people Tony Thwaites, has been a to compete in this year’s Coast along the way is a special part legend helping out and doing to Coast event. Competing in of the event. so much running around for a the team event, Scott will be “Our older brother, Mark, is biking, Blair will be running, coming down to help support, lot of us.” so it will be a bit of family On the day Ben is looking and Matt will be kayaking. forward to the first run and Scott says, “We did it last year catch up along the way.” transition onto the bike. “The and felt we could have done Keeping on top of the nerves nerves and energy that better. We really enjoyed it and looking forward to everyone brings is amazing. last year, so wanted to give it finishing the race all add the build-up prior to the race. I’m probably not looking one more crack.” forward to the first bike ride Training for the event is a “We will be pretty happy I on day two after thrashing the balance between work and would say to sit down with a legs through Goat Pass the family. “We each only have beer and reflect on the race.” day before!” says Ben and one discipline to train for as Continued on page 2… adds, “Completing the event is we are a three-person team

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LOCALS TO WATCH AT COAST TO COAST ...continued from front page. #844 Darfield High School Mixed (Two Day Three Person Team) Competing in this team is Principal Andy England, Hannah Molloy, and Andrew Maultsaid. Andy has competed in the Coast to Coast in the past and Hannah and Andrew are new to the event. Hannah Molloy has always wanted to compete in the Coast to Coast and after watc h in g th e at h le tes complete it each year, she decided to give it a go. She is excited to be part of the sch ool team and says there have been many challenges and sacrifices along the way. “One of my biggest challenges/learning curves,” says Hannah, “was navigating my way across boulders and rivers through Goat Pass.” She says she’s looking forward to finishing and being part of an awesome team and “getting behind the atmosphere of this amazing event”. # 845 Darfield High School Mixed (Two Day Three Person Team)

Competing in this team is Cam Waters, Oscar Stevenson and Nika Rayward. Cam Waters says he was inspired to do the Coast to Coast because, “it is a big event that I’ve always wanted to do, and it's nice to tick this off the bucket list”. Asked what the most challenging part of training for the event was, Cam says, “The most challenging part for me was getting to run Goat Pass track before the event. I was working in Blenheim for all of December and January, so it was tricky to try and fit in running the pass.” Cam is looking forward to the beautiful views when he is running over the pass and has his fingers crossed that the weather is “nice and sunny on the day”. Oscar Stevenson competed in last year’s Coast to Coast and wants to do better this year. He says getting into the training and getting to the levels required is challenging but adds that maintaining his level of fitness is slightly easier but still has its challenges. Oscar is looking forward to completing the race and

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“enjoying it at the same time” and says, “Completing the event is quite important as it’s a first time for some.” LOCAL COMPETITORS: Longest Day • #18 Julia Chamberlain • #294 Chris Thwaites • #254 Sommer OShea 2 Day Individual • #583 Wilbur Morrison • #627 Emma Sampson • #637 Alexis SinclairDockerill • #691 Ben Wilson • #478 Michael Fitzsimons • #434 Rachel Button • #415 Bridget Bell • #582 Sharon Morrison • #495 Richard Greer 2 Day 2 person team • #836 Gordon & Jocelyn Thrower • #830 Nicolle & Tom Paterson • #778 Dan Van Der Salm and Gregory Wall • #858 Kupa Rule and Adam MacFarlane 2 Day 3 person team • #844 Andy England, Andrew Maultsaid, and Hannah Molloy - Darfield DHS 2 • #845 Oscar Stevenson Nika Rayward, and Camden Waters - Darfield DHS Senior Mixed • #929 Blair McIlroy, Scott McIlroy, and Matt Deans • #842 Mark Weir, Will Saunders, and Sam Levien ChCh Boys High Team • #978 Franco Urra and Billy Powell • #856 Alex Walls, Ben Chapman, and Fred Cunniffe, St Thomas of Canterbury College • School Team • #909 Anna Willats, Richie Knight, and Mark Leadbetter • #3003 Tom Stephens and Matthew Patterson • #835 Kate Spear, Sophie Paterson, and Anna-Liese Calder MOUNTAIN RUN • #2004 Regan Baxter • #2024 Jamie Hamilton • #2102 Sal Aitken • #2112 Neil Baxter • #2015 Michelle Dalton • #2085, Sharon Towes • #2110 Sarah Wright

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DANCING SUCCESS ON THE GOLD COAST Danz Fit Springfield is celebrating its students’ successes at the prestigious Showcase Dance Competition National Finals held at Jupiter’s Casino on the Gold Coast, Australia. Danz Fit instructor and owner Leisa Yaxley says, “Every single student danced the best I have seen them dance, the preparation and training in the

studio definitely paid off.” She says the girls put hours of training in over the school holidays to make sure that they were prepared for the competition. Thousands of dancers from Australia New Zealand and China gathered for this epic event, the girls were excited but naturally, there were a few nerves. After four

Danz Fit Springfield student Tessa Dalley came away with several awards after competing in Showcase Dance Competition National Finals on the Gold Coast, Australia.

days of dance, Natasha Boon and I couldn’t have been prouder of the girls and how Tessa Dalley Issy Limbe successful they all were.” • Lyrical – 1st National • Jazz - High Silver Award Many of the categories had • Champion with a Platinum Ruby Peacock upwards of 45 dancers in it. Gold Award • Jazz - Gold Award “To be able to come away • Teen Diamond Top 3 Dancer • Lyrical - Gold Award with the placings that they • Jazz - 2nd • Musical Theatre - Gold have,” says Leisa, “is a real • Show Dance - 3rd Award credit to the girls for all their • Contemporary - Gold Award Danz Fit – Duos and Teams hard work that they have put Bella Yaxley • Show Dance - Team 9 to 5, in as well along with their • Lyrical - High Gold, 3rd parents and teachers' input.” • Contemporary - High Gold • Jazz Dance - " Girl Gang" Leisa gives a special mention • Jazz - Gold Gold Award to Tessa Dalley, who not only Helana lana Macdonald • Ruby Peacock and Bella placed top three in three of • Jazz - Gold Award Yaxley - Gold Award her dancers but was also • Lyrical - Gold Award • Helana Macdonald and awarded National champion • Show Dance - Gold Award Tessa Dalley - 2nd for her Lyrical dance and top three overall for her age group. “This is an unbelievable achievement, and we are all so very proud of her. Helana and Tessa got 2nd place for their duo and our Entertainment team came third. So, to have top three placings for teams, duos and solos was very exciting for our small school.” The Springfield dance school also gained high silvers, golds, and high golds, which was a “fantastic achievement”. “This experience has given the girls so much confidence and they loved every minute. A huge thank you to everyone who supported the girls this last year with their fundraising Danz Fits youngest competing student, and sponsorship, we are all so Issy Limbe won the Jazz - High Silver Award. very grateful,” says Leisa.

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A WILD RIDE FOR CANCER

Nicky Tily and her co-pilot, Nav, are getting ready for the ride of their life - raising funds for the Cancer Society while riding in the Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari, held in May. Described as one of the “coldest, longest, hardest, most gruelling tests of endurance on a city scooter”, the TranzAlpine Scooter Safari is back again. The iconic event is being held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, and will traverse the stunning Southern Alps, starting at Christchurch Vintage Car Club, 661 McLeans Island Road and finishing at Hokitika Boys Brigade Hall, 290 Hampden Street. When Nicky Tily lived on a farm on Old West Coast Road, she was feeding the hens one day and heard a loud hum of vehicles coming from the road so went out to investigate. What she saw was 250 scooters driving past. Nicky decided to investigate what these scooters were doing and discovered it was the Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari, a Cancer Society charity ride from Christchurch to Hokitika on 50cc scooters. “I decided that I wanted to be one of them,” says Nicky. “My uncle has recently passed away due to cancer, so there is no better time to raise some funds for worthy cause.” This will be Nicky’s first year taking part in the event and because the event is biennial, it has taken her at least six years to get a slot. “It sells out fast and when I finally got in, I cried with excitement!”

Nicky’s scooter is a Lieke, imported from China 15 or so years ago by an old friend. “It’s a 50cc manual with four gears and sounds like a motorbike. It’s very deceiving. It used to have black seats, but I had them recovered in red leather and now it looks great.” Nicky has had the Lieke for nine years and when she lived in the city, she used it as her “daily driver”. Nowadays it gets used to run to the Glentunnel dairy and back for milk. Nicky won’t be alone on the Safari; she will have a co-pilot – a rather large teddy bear called Nav. “Nav needs to have his seat prepared on the back and his Hi-Viz purchased. He will be watching my back the whole day.” Asked what she thinks the Safari will be like, Nicky says, “I imagine it will be difficult, but that’s the whole point. It’s meant to be a challenge, something you need guts to do. I think it may be very cold, tiring, exciting, and I’ll be nervous for sure, but it will be something I remember for life.” Getting her scooter prepared for the big ride means a new front tyre, new indicator stems and some work on the brakes. She says brakes will be crucial for Otira Gorge and she plans

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to do some practice laps around Coalgate. Nicky is currently running a raffle at the Glentunnel Store to help fundraise for the cause. “I hope to get the word out there and people learn more about the Cancer Society through supporting and watching me do this scooter safari. It’s not about me or us, it's about what we are doing to raise awareness and money for the Cancer Society. To help those who need help.” “My support team is my fiancé Brad, my very good friends Dayna, Joe, Kaitlyn and Jeremy,” says Nicky. “It wouldn't be possible without them; it’s going to be wild ride for us all.”

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RAGING FIRE PROMPTS EVACUATION

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On Sunday evening, fire crews from four brigades responded to a large forestry fire on Old West Coast Road, close to the Waimakariri River near Kirwee in Canterbury. Fire and Emergency received multiple calls reporting the fire shortly before 10pm. The fire spread quickly in strong winds and firefighters found conditions challenging. Some pr oper ties wer e evacuated on Old West Coast Road between Cooks and Courtenay roads with roadblocks in place. By Monday morning at 8am, Fire and Emergency were able to report that the fire had been contained, with no loss to buildings or livestock. The large vegetation fire burnt through pines and scrub covered an estimated area of 2.5km long and 500m wide.

Incident Controller Dave Berry says 50 firefighters supported by multiple helicopters, heavy machinery and support personal made good progress at the fire ground. “Our crews managed to contain and control the fire, and worked on suppressing the

perimeter.” Hot dry conditions mean that fires start quickly and spread quickly. “We ask that everyone in Canterbury is extra vigilant, especially with any activities that could cause any sparks and start another fire."

Fire fighters bring a large fire on the edge of the Waimakariri River near Kirwee under control.

PROHIBITED FIRE SEASON The Canterbury area (Selwyn District, Waimakariri District, Christchurch City District, Hurunui District and Kaikōura District) moved into a Prohibited Fire Season as of Wednesday, January 31. A prohibited fire season means no open-air fires are allowed and all fire permits are suspended. District Commander Dave Stackhouse says there have been several significant fires in Canterbury over the past few weeks, and there is little to no relief in the forecast for the next two months. “Hot, dry, and windy weather is expected to continue, causing vegetation to dry out. In these conditions, fires spread quickly and are hard to control. Our strategy is to escalate the resources sent to vegetation fires on days when the fire danger is extreme. This requires large responses from crews which will put a heavy burden on our volunteers, their families, and employers,” he says. Please avoid doing any works that may cause

sparks during the heat of the day and always have a way to extinguish any fire that may start. People should be prepared to evacuate their properties should the threat of wildfire be impacting on their area. You should have a grab bag ready to go, that includes a plan for your animals.

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CONSULTATION OUT FOR NEW SELWYN DISTRICT PARK Selwyn District Council is planning a large-scale district park for community recreation and enjoyment on the outskirts of Rolleston near the corner of Levi and Weedons Roads. The Council says that its vision is that the park will be a destination site for the whole district. The land was purchased in 2016 with a view to possible future park development. As part of the 2021-2031 LongTerm Plan, the Council

signalled its interest and vision for the development of the land into a major open space asset for the region’s rapidly growing community. The Council has now started consulting with the community on their vision for the park and development works are expected to begin in 2025/2026. The site will be large enough to accommodate a diverse range of play, sports, recreation, and community activities.

Residents input will help guide the masterplan and mix of activities available at the site in the future. The Council says that residents’ views will inform the development of a Masterplan for the park. If you want to have your input into the new park, visit yoursay.selwyn.govt.nz and fill in the survey. The survey is open until 10 pm on Monday, March 4, 2024.

CHLORINATION EXEMPTION FOR RAKAIA HUTS Selwyn District Council has been granted a chlorination exemption for Rakaia Huts water supply subject to several conditions. Chief Executive Sharon Mason says the Council is pleased to be the first in the country to have reached this point. Following consultation with

the community, the Council committed in its 2021-2031 Long Term Plan to working with Taumata Arowai to explore the requirements needed for chlorination exemptions. “We would like to thank Taumata Arowai for their decision. Our teams have

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worked hard over the past 18 months to get to this point. This has been a learning process for everyone involved and now we will work through the appropriate governance channels which will then pr o vi de gu i d an c e an d recommendations on possible next steps.” Further updates will be provided as the Council work through this process.

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EDUCATION BEGINS AT HOME School has started for 2024, so parents please sit down with your tamariki for just five minutes and explain that being very tall, short, chubby, skinny, black, or white is no joke, and that they should not tease other kids if they think they are one of those. That there is nothing wrong with wearing the same shoes every day, or in fact wearing no shoes at all. Explain to them that a used backpack, or brown paper bag carry the same dreams, and do the same job as a new one. Teach them not to exclude someone because they are "different" or do not have the same opportunities as others. Explain that teasing hurts and that they go to school to learn not to compete.

Education starts at home. It's at home that tamariki should learn to say: Good morning, good afternoon, good evening, please, with your permission, sorry, forgive me, thank you very much, thank you, I was wrong. It's also at home that we learn to: be honest, be punctual, do not insult, be polite, respect everyone including friends, colleagues, elders, teachers, and authorities. At home we learn to: Eat everything, do not talk with your mouth full, have personal hygiene, don't throw litter on the ground, help parents with their daily chores, don't take what doesn't belong to you, be content with what you have, work honestly to earn a living, dress with modesty, get

organized, take care of your belongings, do not touch other people's belongings, respect the rules, speak your mother tongue(s), master your culture and spirituality. Because at school, teachers should teach: Mathematics, English, Science, Health and Physical education, Art and Music, Well Being, Te Ao Māori: Tikanga me Te Reo Māori, support their growth of self-esteem and confidence and be proud of who they are. Teachers only reinforce what tamariki have learned at home, because it is from what we have learned at home that the individual will be respected and that he/she will respect life.

BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY The summer holidays are over and families across Aotearoa will be bracing themselves with the kids set to begin the new school year over the next fortnight. As many excited tamariki prepare to reunite with friends, while some will be starting school for the first time, Police are urging parents to take the time to discuss with their children the potential dangers of going to and from school. Parents set the best example for our young people on how to be safe and smart on our roads. “It can often be overlooked but reminding or informing our kids to check for vehicles by

looking left and right and encouraging them to use the marked school crossing are important to keep them safe,” says Superintendent Steve Greally, Director of National Road Policing Centre. Protecting our children is always a priority and their safety around schools is a responsibility that every one of us play a vital role in. Superintendent Greally says, “We never want to see or hear of any unfortunate events that involve young people in and around schools, which is why it’s crucial for parents to pass on these valuable safety tips”. Police would also like to remind parents of the risks around schools and being

attentive as children can often be unpredictable and appear out of nowhere. Allowing for plenty of time for school drop offs can help with giving the road your full attention. Often drop off zones can be crowded prior to and after school, so suggesting a meeting point further down the road can be a safer option and avoid congestion around the area. The start of the school year is often a memorable time for families. Police and schools across the country want to ensure every child can make it to and from school safe and unharmed.

BACK TO SCHOOL SLEEP TIPS After several weeks holiday and hot summer nights, it’s time to get back into that school/kindy bedtime routine so the kids wake up bright and cheerful ready for the daily challenges ahead of them. Sleep is an important part of your child’s life and helps them keep healthy and perform well in school. Studies have shown a connection between lack of sleep and health complications including obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and depression; hyperactivity, irritability, and impulsivity; problems with skills needed for learning such as attention, concentration, memory, problem-solving and decision -making. So how many hours sleep should your child have? Plunket New Zealand recommends that children aged between two and five years need between 10 and 14 hours’ sleep a night and New Zealand Ministry of Health recommends that school age children aged 513 years need 9-11 hours’ sleep a night, while teenagers aged 14-17 years should have 8-10 hours’ sleep a night. The following are a few tips that may help to get your child/children back into a regular sleep routine … Tell your child what is happening and what you expect of him/her. Be firm and consistent. • Set a suitable time for going to bed. If your child has stayed up later than this over the holidays, gradually introduce it by setting an earlier bedtime (15-20 minutes) each night over a period of a week. • Create a relaxing routine for bedtime so your child can unwind. Having a ‘quiet time’ with activities such as a bath, followed by pyjamas and a bedtime story or reading time can help relax children. This will help signal to your child’s body that it’s time to sleep. Limit screen time for at least an hour before bedtime, including television, video games, phones, and other electronic distractions. Create the ideal sleeping environment with a dark and quiet room, a comfortable bed, comfortable room temperature, suitable bedding, and a calming colour scheme. Keep most of your child’s toys in another room. Using white noise or a fan may help your child go to sleep by creating a consistent and rhythmic sound. Playing soft, calming music may also help. • Avoid big meals before bedtime as this may cause discomfort and keep your child awake. • Above all keep bedtime routines positive and peaceful and always leave your child on a positive note with a song or loving quote such as "sweet dreams, love you, good night".

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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS ON PROPOSED INVESTMENT Call for submissions on proposed investment in C a nte r bu r y’ s t r ans p o rt system. The Canterbury Regional Transport Committee is seeking feedback on its proposed plan for the region’s transport system. The draft Canterbury Regional Land Transport Plan 2024–34 sets out the current state of the region's transport system, the challenges it faces, and the priorities for future investment. The draft plan proposes a $10.8 billion investment in Canterbury over the next decade. This is almost double the investment signalled in the previous plan three years ago. Chair of the Canterbury Regional Transport Committee Peter Scott said the Committee welcomed the opportunity to collaborate

with central government, councils outside of the region, the private sector and the wider community to improve transport in Canterbury and across the South Island. “We’ve got a vision for the way we hope people will move around Canterbury and the South Island into the future, and this plan sets out how we hope to achieve that. “Most people glaze-over when we try to talk to them about these types of plans, but they shouldn’t. “This is everyone’s opportunity to tell us what they think about what we’re proposing for our region over the next ten years and helps us make sure that we’ve accurately reflected the experiences and aspirations of the community. “With the community’s input, and support from the

To find out more and have your say on the draft plan, you can make a submission: Go to ecan.govt.nz/RLTP Email haveyoursay@ecan.govt.nz Post to Regional Land Transport Plan, Freepost 1201, PO Box 345, Christchurch, 8140. The closing date for submissions is 5pm, Monday 26 February 2024

The Darfield Garden Club’s first outing was held on Tuesday, January 30 with a visit to Rosemary and Joe Catherwood’s wonderful garden at Charing Cross on a beautiful summer evening. Members enjoyed walking around the many areas of sprawling lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers. Garden sculptures, hydrangeas, lilies, phlox, and maples of many sizes and colours featured plus a beautiful pink hibiscus, colourful gladioli, water lilies, roses and so many rhododendrons. Joe spoke about the history of the garden and the ongoing extensions. We also heard of the earlier connections to the farm about the Youngman family, of which two of our members were from. A meal was enjoyed at the Thirsty Acres and a time of sharing and fellowship. Our next meeting is the Autumn Flower Show at the Darfield Recreation Centre 1.30pm. New members always welcome. To find out more, contact ann.gibson@xtra.co.nz.

Government and our partners, we have the opportunity to reshape Canterbury’s transport system, and make it world-class,” said Scott. The draft plan sets out a vision for an innovative, resilient, low emissions transport system that will: • Create a well-maintained network • Manage risk of exposure to extreme events • Support and develop connected public transport and active transport networks • Implement safer systems (Road to Zero) • Support and develop freight systems connecting to air, rail and sea.

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Child Cancer Foundation’s 2024 Street Appeal is taking place on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 March, and they need volunteers across the country to help collect donations for Kiwi families impacted by childhood cancer. The Street Appeal is the Foundation’s biggest fundraising event of the year, where hundreds of volunteers take to the streets to raise critical funds. “Every week this year, three Kiwi families will be told the heartbreaking news that their child has cancer,” said Child Cancer Foundation Chief Executive, Monica Briggs. “We don’t receive any direct government funding, so these families rely on the generosity of their fellow Kiwis to receive the vital emotional and practical support they need during the toughest time in their lives.” The Foundation is currently supporting around 1,100 families nationwide through all stages of their experience with childhood cancer.

Getting involved in the charity’s Street Appeal is easy – simply gift two hours of your time to volunteer at a collection site near you. “It’s a lot of fun, and every dollar you collect will make a

real difference for Kiwi families impacted by childhood cancer,” says Monica. Sign up to volunteer on Friday 8 or Saturday 9 March at: volunteer.childcancer.org.nz. volunteer.childcancer.org.nz

Child Cancer Foundation needs to raise $6 million each year. The Foundation doesn’t receive any direct government funding, so these families rely on the generosity of their fellow Kiwis. Pictured is nine-year-old Maggie Wright, who was diagnosed with cancer at age 6.

SEPTIC TANK EMPTYING PUMPS SUPPLIED & FITTED GREASE TRAP EMPTYING

Phone: 0800 372 003

Been in the business for over 40 years! Email: robsonenviro@xtra.co.nz www.robsonenvironmental.co.nz

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KERBSIDE COLLECTIONS WILL BE THE SAME NATIONWIDE From 1 February, kerbside practices nationwide will be standardised. That means most Kiwis will now be able to recycle the same things from home. These changes are part of the Govern ment’s move to standardise household kerbside collections across Aotearoa New Zealand, led by t h e M i n is t r y f o r th e Environment. The Council’s Resource Recovery and Waste Manager, Andrew Boyd said these changes are designed to make recycling easier for everyone. “In Selwyn we are already recycling in line with most of these new requirements so for our residents this means there isn’t a lot of change”. What is changing for our district, is you can no longer place cardboard or paper, including pizza boxes into you r h ou seh old green organics bin. These go in your yellow recycling bin. Pizza boxes need to be empty - free of food and sauce. Oil stains are fine. The exception to this, is that you can still use newspaper to line the bottom of your organics bin, or supermarket paper bags, that you might use to line your food scraps bin inside. Aerosol cans must now also go in your red bin. Remember that the Pines Resource Recovery Park does accept a wider range of recyclable items that may not be able to be accepted in your kerbside recycling bins.

metal recycler or in your council roadside rubbish collection • Liquid paperboard (like Tetra Pak), milk and juice cartons will not be recycled; dispose through your local Community Recycling Centre, Transfer Station or in your council roadside rubbish collection • Anything less than 50mm x 50mm cannot be recycled • All lids must be removed and are to be disposed of through the council roadside rubbish collection About 16 percent of materials in recycling bins cannot be recycled, which contaminates a bin and makes it unrecyclable. Plastic bags should not go into the recycling bin - they get caught in the sorting machine. Plastic bags and soft plastics can be put in special recycling bins at participating stores. Otherwise put them in your rubbish bin.

What are these plastics labelled 1, 2, 5? Plastics 1, 2 and 5 are used in the majority of the plastic packaging we put in our recycling bins. Waste Solutions general manager Parul Sood said these plastics were more easily turned into other products than packaging made out of plastics 3, 4, 6, and 7, which were lower in quality. "This means there are limited markets for them anywhere in the world. It is important to reduce our dependence on plastics and to reuse them The main points of the rather than recycling right standardisation for all district away." and city councils mean, from 1 Here are some examples of February: what these containers with • Only plastics 1, 2 and 5 numbers might include. will be collected. (If the Number 1: Polyethylene recycling symbol on a terephthalate (PET) package does not have a • Fruit and vege punnets number inside, it cannot • Soft drink and water go in your kerbside bin) bottles • In addition, you can put • Harder plastic containers glass bottles and jars; that hold spreads like paper and cardboard; and peanut butter and aluminium and steel tins mayonnaise and cans (some councils Number 2: Highhave separate bins for High-density polyethylene (HDPE) glass) • Milk bottles • Aerosol cans will not be recycled; dispose through • Juice bottles your local Transfer Station, • Shampoo bottles

KIMBER RURAL FENCING CONTINUING THE TRADITION OF QUALITY FENCING SINCE 1995! For all types of fencing!

Cleaning bottles Number 5: Polypropylene (PP) • Some takeaway containers • Plastic cutlery • 2l ice cream containers • Large yoghurt containers. •

Glenn Kimber - Phone: 027 222 9899 Email: kimber.fence@gmail.com

Here are some examples of what the plastics no longer accepted by recycling may include. These should either go in your rubbish bins or contact your council for more ways. Council websites also have more information about disposal methods for nonrecyclable items. Number 3: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) • Clear trays for holding food or takeaways • Some large containers with sturdy handles • Plastic containers used for storing or packaging things like batteries or electronics Number 4: LowLow-density polyethylene (LDPE) • Some meat trays and takeaway containers • Single use plastic bags • Bubble wrap • Plastic wrap Number 6: Polystyrene (PS/EPS) • 6pk yoghurt pottles • Some meat trays • Foam cups • Protective packaging Number 7: Other plastics (a mix of different plastics, including BPA, polycarbonate, acrylic, nylon, polylactic fibres and fibreglass.) • Baby bottles and sippy cups • CDs • Plastic toys • Packaging for some food and electronics.

- 24 & 32 Metre Boom Widths Mike Wilson - Owner Operator Ph: 027 2929 460

• Screened/Crushed Rotten Rock • AP20 • Compacts Like Concrete • AP40 • Bulk Deliveries - Truck & Trailer • AP65 • Lifestyle Driveways - Free • Drainage Quotes • Erosion • Rotten Rock Dairy Lanes • Landscape

Rural Fields Your agricultural contrac ng partner Ploughing

Cultivation

Drilling

Mowing

David: 027 659 6596 Sean: 027 466 7739 E: ruralﬁelds@xtra.co.nz

www.ruralﬁelds.co.nz

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DARFIELD BOWLS UPDATE By Hazel Littlejohn Taranaki Fours is one of the biggest tournaments in New Zealand and is a highlight of the year for some of the members. In the first week Ashley Paul, Bob Shorter, Graham Rowe, and Willy Parker fought valiantly but could not secure a position in the post section of the fours, however, Ashley and Bob got through to the semi-finals in the consolation pairs. The following week was the ladies’ fours. Hazel Littlejohn and Jo Latter formed a composite team with Wendy Suttie from Hampstead and Julie Wood from Rangiora. They had better luck and after three days of six games, all 25 end games got through to the post section only to be

knocked out in the first round of the knock-out stages. Recently it was the Malvern Men's and Women's Open singles with games played at both West Melton and Darfield.

PUBLIC NOTICES

The games were disrupted due to thunderstorms and rain on Saturday. Sunday was finals day, but the finish was delayed due to games being rained off.

Starting Friday 9th February, 6pm ALL AGES WELCOME! The Club facilities will be open & we welcome everyone to come down & join us! For any information please contact Junior Club Captains:

Bronwyn Hamilton from Darfield won the women's trophy while Dave Holland from Oxford won the men's trophy.

Jason Walker 027 439 1097 Patrick Bell 021 562 969

www.kirweerugby.co.nz

Friday 9th February 2024 PUBLIC NOTICES

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Café Hope

PUBLIC NOTICES

Thursday 15 Feb, 10am - 12noon

St Ambrose Church Sheffield All Welcome.

At Darfield Baptist Church

Tuesday 20th February 2024, 6:30pm

Greendale Golf Club 3rd February 2024 SEEKERS ALL IRONS PAR 1st S Jeffs +2. 2nd D Mckay +1. 3rd S Johnstone +1. 4th C Banks Square 5th W Watson Square 6th E Hawker -1 NEAREST PINS: #3. W Watson. #7. J Adams. # 9. S Jeffs. #13. C Faithful. #17. S Hance. MENS LONGEST DRIVE: W Watson. LADIES LONGEST DRIVE: K Adams. LADIES LONGEST PUTT: J Pascoe. LONGEST PUTT: J Camp. TWOS: G Hawker S Hance. W Watson S Johnstone. 9 HOLE COMPETITION STABLEFORD. 1st= J Pascoe 19 B May 19

PUBLIC NOTICES

DARFIELD HIGH SCHOOL PTSA

Open 10am SUNDAY 11TH FEB

GOLF RESULTS

PUBLIC NOTICES

Darfield High School Staffroom New committee members welcome Light Refreshments to follow For info please contact: ptsa@darfield.school.nz

Come and join a friendly bunch of locals who gather for a chat while learning a simple craft each fortnight, or bring your own project.

$2.00 donation covers costs (Most equipment is supplied)

Phone 021 051 5606

We would love to see you there!

1st: Graeme & Lachie Adams Thanks to our 2nd: Rod May Sponsors: 3rd: John Ridgen • Farmlands 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.

Judged by: Soonie Chng from Plant and Food on 15th December 2023.

• PGG Wrightson • Ballance

Agri-Nutrients

Applications close 1st March 2024 Please phone Kathy 03 318 8221.

Darfield High School

Ag Expo Cultivating the Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders Calling all Agricultural Businesses, Organisations, farmers, and Support People. We invite you to engage with our students and Share your expertise, products and services.

When: Friday 5th April 2024 Where: Darfield High School Time: 9am - 12:30pm Contact: Pip Deans Email: Rural@darields.school.nz Phone: 021 279 7857

TUESDAY 20TH FEBRUARY 7:30pm - Kirwee Community Hall. Election of Officers Presentation Financial Report All persons interested in our Community Hall are welcome.

ACCOUNTANTS 8 Feb Twilight Social Netball commences 9 Feb 6pm Kirwee Rugby Club Rippa Rugby Kirwee Rugby Grounds 9 Feb 12pm DRFC Golf Tournament - Postponed 11 Feb 10am Café Hope St Ambrose Church 12 Feb 1pm Malvern News - Editorial Deadline 12 Feb 6pm Positive Pilates (Advanced) Darfield Library 13 Feb 10am Malvern News - Advertising Deadline 13 Feb 5:30pm Wellness Flow Yoga Darfield Library 13 Feb 7:30pm Greendale Community Trust AGM Greendale Sunday School Hall 14 Feb 11:30-12:30 Weekly Justice of the Peace Service Desk Darfield Library 14 Feb 7pm Bangor Pony Club AGM Courtney A&P Showgrounds 14 Feb 9:30am Positive Pilates Darfield Library 15 Feb 10am Craft ‘n’ Cuppa Darfield Baptist Church 16 & 17 Feb Ryman Healthcare Open Days 20 Feb 6:30pm Darfield High School PTSA AGM Darfield High Staffroom 20 Feb 7:30pm Kirwee Community Hall AGM Kirwee Community Hall 1 Mar Applications close for the Malvern Home Nursing Janice Collier Memorial Fund 28 Mar Entries Closed for Oxford A & P Show 30 Mar Oxford A&P Show 5 April 9am Darfield High School Ag Expo Darfield High School

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, AnnMaree 021 215 0981.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Thank You Staff and Patients at Darﬁeld Hospital would like to say a big thanks to the community, Friends of Darﬁeld Hospital, meals on wheels Volunteers and everyone that has contributed and supported our little hospital in any way over the last year.

Thank you and Best Wishes to you all for 2024.

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Friday 9th February 2024 FIREWOOD & COAL

CARPET

R K FIREWOOD Supplying wood for this Season! Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

TRY THE HOT MIX! EApos available.

PAINTING/DECORATING UDI Painting & Decorating. For all painting & decorating services! Fully qualified. Interior & exterior painting & plastering. Wallpapering & roof painting. Quality Services. Free quotes. Please Ph. Udi Aale 021074 2075.

All top quality, clean wood.

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

DOGS

CHURCH NOTICES

Darfield Life Church

SUNDAY 11TH FEB 2024

OXFORD BOARDING

Micky Conway

Dry, shed stored, na@ve wood and kindling.

Painter & Decorator

Free delivery to Darﬁeld township for orders over 3 cube.

Coal 20kg bags or 500kg bulk bags.

At 10:30am

312 Kiri Kiri Rd, Oxford

Phone 03 975 4502

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

Phone Jude & Bevan Blackmore

9am, on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of every month. Glenroy Hall Windwhistle Rd, Glenroy

03 312 3355 027 288 8724

OPEN 7 DAYS 9am-11am, 4:30pm-6:30pm Inspection welcome HEGDE TRIMMING

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.

Weddings • Namings Renewal of Vows Funerals • Interments

417 Creyke Rd, Darﬁeld.

FOR SALE 30 ha winter feed - Kale. Phone Grant 027 345 9262.

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

HEGDE TRIMMING

www.newzealandcelebrant.nz

PAINTING/DECORATING

PROFESSIONAL, PROFESSIONAL confidential service. Allow yourself to seek support, talk about your challenges & discover a way forward. FREE 1/2 hour consult to discuss your needs. Other services also available: Reiki healing & massage. Lisa Mills, Qualified Creative Therapist. Please phone 027 814 0785 or visit www.goldentouch.co.nz

Darfield Based Will cover all areas Contact Micky on

021 125 1613 conwaydecor@hotmail.com

FULLY INSURED

MORTGAGE BROKER ARE you in need of a refinance, first home loan, buying a new home, investment property or a property development? I deal with all the lenders, and I can get you the best deal to suit you. I have 30+ years of lending experience, and I am local. I can come to you. Alan Lover Loan Market 027 2516644. I bring the banks to you.

ROOM TO RENT Single lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Hostel Internet, Sky TV. $180pw. Please phone 027 479 1431 or 318 3660. ROOF MAINTENANCE

JENNI GIBSON Ph: 03 324 8332 M: 021 723 089

COUNSELLING

‘For all your decorating needs’

Firewood

Landscape Supplies

10:30am every Sunday. Darfield Baptist Church 15 Greendale Rd, Darfield

CARRS Chimney Cleaning. Servicing the Selwyn district. $80 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.

BIRCHFIELD

KENNELS

SERVICES

CHIMNEY CLEANING

Ph Rini 027 451 7300

PAINTING/DECORATING

MOSS control, silicone seal (waterproofing), spouting clean & repairs, bird proofing, spider & fly control. Roof leak repairs (incl Butynol) all roof & spouting types incl 2 storey work! Call Arthurs Roof & Property Services, 6 days. 03 347 2635 or 027 584 7980. ROOF & house maintenance. All aspects covered including spouting, mortar, tiles, reroofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing. General repairs. Please phone 03 347 6702 or 0210302835.

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.

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Friday 9th February 2024 SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

TRADES

DUNSANDEL STOP SHOP IS HIRING!! We need a new grill cook for 35 hrs per week Email CVs to: dunsandelstopshop@gmail.com

DOMESTIC cleaner wanted for house in West Melton, 3 - 4 hours per week, must be reliable. Tel 027 477 0070.

Handyman to help mend potato boxes, in Kirwee. Hours flexible. Please phone John, 0274 317 067.

SEWING MACHINIST We require an Experienced Industrial Sewing Machinist for our busy workroom here in Darﬁeld, where we manufacture Curtains and Blinds. Experience with sewing on an Industrial Machine required. Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm position but could be negotiated for the suitable person. Please phone Ally to apply - Phone 03 318 8896

SHEEP SHEARING

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

021 204 1274 SITUATION WANTED E XP ERI ENC ED stoc kman looking for work. Tractor driving experience. GST registered. Please phone 022 574 7805. STORAGE Secure & Affordable Short Term Storage in Darﬁeld. 20 ft container, wind and water-proof, rodent-free and secure. Access when you require on our site.

Phone 027 231 1766 WANTED TO BUY ANTIQUE Bottles, Old Tins, Signs and Advertising wanted. Please phone 022 360 3699. DEAD cars - we buy dead cars, end of life cars, scrap cars, old farm vehicles. Cash paid. Please phone 027 484 8121. TOOLS wanted - mechanics, engineering, wood working etc. Garage, shed, barn clearances, deceased estates etc. Please phone Rob on 03 342 5885..

TRADES CARPENTER available for all renovations and repairs. Phone Grant 021 167 1718 anytime.

Full time position for a class 4/5 driver, able to operate diggers and machinery an advantage. • • • •

Have a clean health and drug free record. Great work ethic. Ability to get on with people. Work without supervision. Immediate start would be an advantage.

If this sounds like you please send your CV to Wayne at: wayne@waboyes.co.nz WINDOW CLEANING

WINDOW TINTING

COUNTRY TOUCH

TINTTINT-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

Contact Nigel now for your no obligation free quote

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

Friendly, reliable experienced. Darfield & Surrounding areas. Ph: 027 316 9968 West Melton area on 027 025 19197

WINDOW REPAIRS

All aspects of concreting & all types of finishing  DECORATIVE  STAMPED  COLOURED  EXPOSED Dale Mayberry Ph: 021 222 2833

Locally owned and operated

TRADES

All major brands

WINDOW CLEANING

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

03 318 3003

Heat pump supply, installation, servicing & maintenance

www.hunterglass.co.nz TRADES

• 25 years experience Phone David Barnhill • Local qualified builder 027 618 2345 • All types of work undertaken including or a/h 317 9144 additions, alterations, new houses,

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Friday 9th February 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. UPHOLSTERER - Recover lounge suites, dining chairs, squabs etc. Free quotes. Based in Weedons. Please phone 03 980 4979.

david wilkinson registered electrician phone 03 318 1231

• 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

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.

Certified water proofer Wet rooms Splashbacks Floor and wall tiling Free quotes

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

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

plainspgd@gmail.com

DARFIELD BASED

LiBle Johnny was a lazy student and was failing Math badly. His parents had enough of this, so they pulled him out of regular school and enrolled him in the local Catholic school. AAer the ﬁrst day, he came home and not a word, and headed up to his bedroom to do his Math homework. He was up there for hours unFl it was all done. The same thing happened the next day, and so on. Several days later, his parents came up to his room and asked “Johnny, what brought this on? Your working your tail oﬀ!” Johnny replied, “When I got to my Math class on Monday, and saw that guy above the blackboard nailed to a plus sign, I knew they weren’t messing around.