Issue 1,140,Friday 21st June 2024

REGIONAL WIN FOR SCHOOL BAND

Two days of full-on heats at the Canterbury Smokefree Rockquest 2024 Regional FinalshaveseenDarfieldHigh

School band Artisan take top honours winning first place in their category. The band, which included Barnaby Maude on drums, Camden Waters on rhythm guitar, Daniel Thomas on bass, and Kevin Fagan on lead guitar, was up against 40 acts in the heats, which were narrowed down to just 16 bands at the finals.

Artisan will move on to the next stage of the national competition. Stage three includes an invitation to submit a three-song video. The videos are viewed,

assessed and judged by a panelofindustryprofessionals before the Top 30 are

announced. Stage four includes a reassessment by a new panel of industry heavyweights and the top 10 acts are selected as the NationalFinalists.Stagefiveis the opportunity for the finalists to shine with live performances at the National Final.

Artisan musician and spokesperson for the band Barnaby Maude says the band was very happy and proud of

what they had achieved. “We have all competed in Rockquest previously but never got the top spot, so it was great to get it in our last year of school. We were not expecting the win at all as there was a lot of awesome talent from the other acts, so our announcement for first cameasabigsurprise.”

Barnaby says the band spent many hours writing and perfecting their pieces, including countless break times and music periods working on their act. Artisan also had the support of both studentsandteachers.

“It was very cool to see so manypeoplecomeandwatch, and I'd like to think they got their money's worth based on the result,” says Barnaby. He also o ered a big shoutout to Yorris Kremers, Blake Wooley, andFelixJenningsforrepping the custom-made Artisan merchandise.

The national finals will be held later in the year in Auckland.

Darfield High School band Artisan won first place in their category; the band will now move into stage two of the Canterbury Smokefree Rockquest 2024 competitions. Band members from left: Camden Waters, Barnaby Maude, Kevin Fagen and Daniel Thomas.

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GIVE-A-LITTLE PAGE

The Darfield Food Bank now has a give-a-little page. Please scan the Please scan the QR Code to donate QR to donate

Any non-perishable food and toiletry donations can be dropped o at the Malvern News o ce, next to Darfield Bakery. (open Mon-Fri, 9am - 4pm). Contact Rose Craven 027 532 4888 027 532 4888 027 027 ..

CRAFTED WITH LOVE

Local award-winning wood turner Ian Hewitt originates from Dunedin and has been living in Darfield for the last two years. Ian is a MenzShed Darfield-Malvern member and teaches his craft two days a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays when the Shed is open.

Getting behind the wood lathe is second nature to Ian; he’s been turning ugly pieces of firewood and casto s into pieces of artwork since 1990. He has worked as a professional wood turner during his time and also competed in many competitions over the years winning awards for his work as well as selling in galleries in Queenstown.

Ian says he loves to take a raw piece of wood and turn it into something beautiful. Some of his pieces have practical applications such as the highly polished timber bowls he enjoys creating while others are purely decorative with inspiration taken from the original piece of wood. Each piece is a labour of love –carefullyconsidered,shapedby tools and machinery, sanded, oiled, and waxed before it is polishedtocompletion.

NEWS IN BRIEF

Malvern local George Dodson (22) is preparing for the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final. Held in Hamilton over three days from Thursday 11 July, 2024, thecompetition sees sevenGrandFinalistsbattleitoutforthecovetedtitleofFMG YoungFarmeroftheYear,winningover$90,000inprizes. He says he’s really looking forward to the fast-paced side of thecompetition. “Iworkwellunderpressure.Thinkingonthe spot relates well back to farming, because you often have to solve problems quite quickly. I’m trying to increase my general knowledge across the board, so I can turn up on the day and have a strong idea of everything from fertilisers to fencing,tosoilsandotherindustries.”

With his background in farming since he was a child, George hopes his experience will put him in a good position when it comestothepracticalsideofthecompetition.

MenzShed Darfield-Malvern member Ian Hewitt enjoys turning pieces of raw timber into beautiful works of art and sharing his passion for woodturning with fellow wood workers.

REGULAR CAR CLUB OUTINGS

If you love cars and would like tomeetagroupoflike-minded people no matter what kind of car you own, then the Dirty Bangers Car Club could be just the meetup group for you. The Club meets on the second Sundayofthemonthfrom9am to 11am opposite Thirsty Acres,Kirwee.

The Club was created a year agoinSeptemberbyBrenDyer and Paul Durie and was born out of the event called Coffee 'n' Cars on Cranford at Joe's Garage, an event that always fillsthatcarpark.

Club secretary Paul Durie says DirtyBangersCar Clubisan all -inclusive social club. “It’s about the people and not the car you drive so anyone is welcome to join regardless of the make, model or condition oftheircar.If you likecarsand want to join a car-based social

group thenwe welcome you in. Theclubissmallrightnow,but we are building it slowly to make sure we get it right. Most of our events are public but there are some members only events when we have to make bookings,etc.”

The event at Thirsty Acres is Paul’s responsibility. “Its open to all, member or not, and is a park-up on the grass across from Thirsty Acres for any and all cars that want to come.”

He adds that Jono of Thirsty

Acresputsonagreatbreakfast and coffee for anyone that is hungry and also provides the Club with vouchers that are awarded to the best two cars ontheday.

Paul says he usually chooses someone at random to make the selection of the cars. “This month a little girl got to choose two hot rods for the prizes – she had a good eye, bothcarswerewelldeserving.”

To find out more about the group and other meetups, visit theirFacebookpage.

ROLLESTON TRANSPORT PROJECT IN FINAL DESIGN STAGE

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has confirmed the next stage of a Canterbury Road of Regional Significance project, enabling design to be finalised.

RollestonAccess Improvements Project will now progress throughitsfinaldesignstage.

This project includes a direct flyover connecting the expanding Rolleston township with the business/industrial areas, future proofing for growth, a more resilient transport network and improved safety for road users. Travel through and around Rollestonwillbemoree cient andpredictable.

Beca has been appointed to complete the design stage for NZTA. This includes working through the planning and consents process, as well as continuing discussions with property or business owners in theprojectarea.

This is expected to take up to 18 months, with construction expected to start in late 2025,

subject to consenting, property purchaseandfunding.

Featuresinclude:

• A roundabout and pedestrian and cycle underpass (subway) at the Dunns Crossing and Walkers Road intersection with SH1

• A straight, two-lane bridge with walking and cycling facilities over SH1, which will extend Rolleston Drive North to Jones Road

• Removal of two sets of tra c signals at Hoskyns Road/ SH1 and Rolleston Drive North/SH1.

• Extending the two lanes southbound on the motorway from the current merge just south of Weedons to a new merge just south of the new Rolleston Drive North bridge

• Left in, left out at Rolleston Drive South, Tennyson Street and Brookside Road

• Left out only at Hoskyns Road onto SH1, forming a new northbound lane

• A service lane on the

Rolleston town side of SH1 to allow for access to the businesses from Rolleston Drive North to Brookside Road.

Dirty Bangers Car Club in Kirwee.

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MALVERN LOOKS BACK…

Built in the 1880s, Darfield Hotel, in early times, was often ameetingplaceforgroupssuch as She eld Coursing Club, Darfield Sports, Malvern SubUnion and Darfield Saleyards Companyshareholders, funerals, hearingsandinquests.

The hotel was built to meet increaseddemandinthedistrict andsatonanacreoflandhalfa kilometre from the railway station.

According to the Cyclopedia of New Zealand (Canterbury Provincial District), published in 1903: “It is a wooden building of two stories with a wide balcony extending round two sides and overlooks the railway station and the eastern portion of the town ship. There are seventeen rooms in the hotel, inclusive of a commodious dining room, two sitting rooms, and a large smoke room. The bedrooms, thirteen in number, are neatly arranged and well kept, and the table is supplied withcareandskill. There is good accommodation for horses and vehicles, and a paddock of about eight acres, on the opposite side of the road, is rented by the proprietor, who keeps several cows for the supply of milk and butterforthetable.”

The hotel also bore witness to the births of babies to the currenthotel owner/licensees –in 1885 to Mr Gunn on October 3 at Darfield Hotel to the “wife

of O. M. Gunn a son” and in 1888 to Mr Petherbridge on February 16, “the wife of A. Petherbridgeofason.”

The hotel had its fair share of excitement too, such as a theft in1887ofa“nearly-newpairof ladies’ sewn kid boots” and a “diamond the size of a peppercorn.” The culprit, described as a 35-year-old Irish widow, was caught the following year, and sentenced to six months’ probation. The stolenpropertywasrecovered.

Getting to the hotel from the railway station could be fraught withdi cultyinwetconditions.

In 1904, a letter was penned to the Lyttelton Times sighting a grievance about no road from the railway station to the courthouse, “... those having business at the Court, ought to be able to do it with some degree of comfort. The above condition applies from the railway station to the Darfield Hotel.”

In 1911, according to the Ashburton Guardian, the police reported that “repairs were

necessary to the Darfield Hotel. The Committee ordered the licensee" to carry these out beforeitsJunemeeting.”

And later in 1913 the Guardian reports, “Mrs Morse, wife of the proprietor of the Darfield, met with a peculiar and painful accident on Friday. While attempting to rescue a parrot thathadescapedandsettled on the roof of the scullery, Mrs Morse inadvertently stepped on a skylight, which gave way and precipitated her on to a concrete floor below, a fall, of about 10 feet. Dr. Simpson was immediately called in, and found Mrs Morse su ering severely from shock, besides being badly bruised, but fortunately no bones were broken.”

In October 1914, the hotel was bu eted by strong north-west winds culminating “in a violent gale, said to have been the worst for ten years. The roof of the Darfield Hotel was partially wrecked, and a clean sweep madeofthebalcony.”

Darfield Hotel, built in 1880s, was replaced by the current hotel around 1979. Image: Selwyn Stories

WELL-EARNED AWARD

Last Saturday Darfield local Nathan Carter attended Government House in Wellington to receive his Gold Duke of Edinburgh award along with 42 other recipients fromalloverNewZealand.

The ceremonies, held in di erent cities, were special opportunities for awardees to celebrate the resilience and growth they’ve developed on theirAwardjourney.

His parents and family are proud of Nathan’s achievements and say he has worked exceptionally hard over four years completing the award with each category having the same criteria covering voluntary service, skills,andphysicalrecreation.

Nathan’s mum Bridget says, “Each award section, is more challenging, more hours to complete, and also includes participating and completing the Outward Bound Spirit of Adventureprogramme.”

Nathan has completed all his

chosen challenges and achieved everything he set his mind to doing. Completing this award in itself is a massive achievement for him as only one per cent globally completes all three sections –bronze,silverandgold.

He says the award has helped him grow his independence, working through challenges such as being more flexible and adapt to change.

“Completing the award, I have gained the confidence to achieve many thing's I dreamed of such as getting my full driver's license, competing and winning gold medals for para secondary schools’ cross

countryandroadraces.”

“Nathan has learnt many new skills, pushed himself, found new interests, and believed in himself,andhisfamily couldn't beprouder,”saysBridget.

Nathan Carter with his mum, Bridget, outside Government House after he was presented with his Gold Duke of Edinburgh award.

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO WITH YOUR BACK POCKET BOOST?

By Ginny Nelson, Mortgage By Ginny Nelson, Mortgage Ginny Nelson, Mortgage Ginny Nelson, Mortgage Adviser, GMI Ltd GMI Ltd

The budget has promised the average family a ‘Back Pocket Boost’of$39perweek.

If you have been managing without it so far, then consider this: $39 extra per week o a $300k mortgage fixed at 6.65% could save you $94,000 in interest and reduce your

loan term by seven years! Worththinkingabout. Even an extra $10 per week towards your mortgage could save you up to $30,000 in interest over the term of your loan. With the longer nights it may be a good time to have a look at your budget and see whereyoucanmakecuts.

See if you canmakesavings on

your mobile plans and power bills. Make sure if you agree to a swap, that there will be no penalties applied from your currentproviders.

All those little savings add up and if you can then add them to your mortgage repayments, they may add up tothousands!

CANTERBURY’S PROPERTY UPDATE

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Though slow, Canterbury’s property market activity through thepast fewmonthswassteady.

While homes, lifestyle property and farms have listed and sold through the period, real estate business in the region was conducted at a reduced pace comparedtoanormalautumn.

Rural activity is focused mainly around dairy. While values held steady, most of these transactions were several months in the making, and mainly featured neighbours or other locals adding to and consolidating existing dairy operations.

Little of note occurred in the sheep and beef sector, where

some purchasers appear to be waitingforvaluestodrop. Highqualitycroppingfarmshave been well sought after, particularly those with premium soils.

Changes to government policy around the bright-line property rule and tax are stimulating renewed activity in the investor market.

CHANGES AHEAD FOR INCORPORATED SOCIETIES

By Kate Warren Kate Warren

The new Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (the Act) passed into law on 5 April 2022, replacing its 114-yearold predecessor. The new Act came into e ect on October 5, 2023. There are significant changes and requirements that societies, clubs and other notfor-profit groups need to be awareoftoremaincompliant. The most significant requirement of the new Act is that all societies must reregister with the Registrar of Incorporated Societies no later than December 1, 2025, but to do so a society’s rules will need to meet new requirements set out in the Act. While most societies’ rules will already include most of these requirements, it is very likely they won’t include all of them. It is therefore really important that societies get their rules checkedandupdatedtoensure they are compliant. Societies willneedtoensuretheyfollow the correct process for amendingtheirrulesaswell. The new requirements in societiesrulesinclude: Dispute resolution procedures,

which must be consistent with “natural justice” and align with procedures set out in the Act; processes for keeping the registerofmembersuptodate; amethodforelectingacontact person or persons for the society; and more detail on the composition and procedures of society o cers and its committee

Failing to re-register before December 1, 2025, has a draconian e ect: it will mean a society ceases to exist. This could cause serious repercussions for clubs that own assets, or have entered into contracts, or hold bank accounts.

The new Act also imposes additional requirements on society o cers and financial reporting.

• O cers of a society now face all the same duties that company directors face when making decisions for a company. This means that volunteerswhohelprunand manage a society may face personal liability for their decisions if they turn out unexpectedly badly for the society. There may be insurance cover available,

but this just comes at extra cost to the society (that it maynotbeabletofund).

• All societies will have to file annual financial statements. These will need to be professionally prepared, unless a society is a “small” one, with less than $50,000 worth of assets or annual expenses.

Almost every club and not-forprofit will need to seek specialist advice over what is required to ensure compliance with the new Act and what is neededtore-registertoremain inexistence.Whilethereisstill some time before the deadline date, it’s best to start the process of getting everything sorted to re-register earlier rather than later to ensure the harddeadlineisnotmissed.

If you’re involved in an Incorporated Society, register for our free seminars at 4.30pm on July 10 by emailing clientcentre@tp.co.nz on the new Incorporated Societies Act 2022 to find out how it applies to your Society and to ensure you’re compliant now and into the future. Get in contacttofindoutmore.

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STAY HEALTHY THIS WINTER

WINTER is a time when we need to take care of ourhealth and mental well-being. With these cold, grey days, it’s okay to want to hibernate in our homes with the fire or heater on but doing this day after day maynotbehealthyforus. Ideally, we should plan ahead for our winter months to keep ushappy,healthyandmobile.

Below are some top tips to help take you from winter drudgerytowinterjoy.

• GetplentyofvitaminD-the sun not only warms your bones but also boosts your immunesystem.

• Get plenty of exerciseregular walks, running, biking, swimming or simply pottering in the garden will help your fitness level and stateofmentalwell-being.

• Eat healthy food - choose food that not only supports your brain and immune systembutgivesyounatural vitamins and minerals as well.

• Wash your hands regularlyaproperhandwashingritual withsoapandhotwaterwill

help keep easily transmitted illnessesatbay.

• Reduce your stress - try different ways to manage your stress such as yoga, meditation or breathing exerciseslikeboxbreathing.

• Get plenty of sleep - getting adequate sleep is important fo our brain health and cell replacementsoourbodycan fightillnesses.

• Get vaccinated - if you are concerned about catching flu virus’, get a flu vaccine but remember it takes two weeks for the vaccine to givefullprotection.

• Take a cold dip - cold water therapy is said to boost your immune system, so trying turning your shower onto cold for a few seconds just beforeyoufinish.

• Winter proof your homekeep your home healthy with appropriate insulation to be draught-free and warm. Don’t forget to also refresh your home regularly with fresh air (open a window or door) to avoid your indoor air becoming stale.

• Plansome funactivities -try something new such as a special project, craft or sport; or plan something that you enjoy with other people such as coffee catchups with friends, family get-togethers, beach visits, movies or day-cations to othertowns.

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HELP FOR WOMEN

By Robin Rogers By Robin Rogers

For those women who su er from menstrual issues, there is another approach you may wish to consider maintaining a healthy immune system. I have found during my thirty-five years in practice that a healthy immune system frequently helps to alleviate all sorts of sicknesses, including those surrounding the menstrual period.

The soil is where our vegetables obtain many of the vitamins and minerals in our diets and many countries have soil devoid of, or containing only limited quantities of, the vitamins and minerals that are

essential to our good health andstrongimmunesystem.

New Zealand soils have a shortage of the minerals, Zinc, Calcium,Selenium,Iodine,Iron, and Chromium and also VitaminsA,DwithK2and B12.

As individuals, we all have di erent shortages of the various minerals and vitamins, so it is important to maintain good balanced levels to optimiseourimmunesystems.

When treating women with periodpainsandcramps,Ihave found that treating with magnesium and zinc seem to be most beneficial, along with balancing their meridians, which creates harmony in the

muscles and all the systems of thebody.

MICFIT - HELPING TO MOTIVATE

Booking a regular exercising appointment can really help with motivation, especially during winter. Setting aside time for yourself, where the session is all about you, where you are accountable for even showing up is one of the popular reasons people are bookinginwithMICfit.

With 15 years experience as a personal trainer, Michaela has worked with a variety of ages and abilities and welcomes everyone, regardless of age and fitness abilities, into her basesetupinWestMelton. InthelastthreeyearsMichaela has specialised as a Holistic

Movementcoach.Thisinvolves an understanding that all systems in the body are interconnected, therefore the sessionsincludemorethenjust getting the body moving efficiently. This can cover, but not limited to sleep study, stress, joint health, muscle imbalances and restrictions andmuscleweakness.

Each session is personalised to embrace your own goals and work on what you want to focus on, therefore there is no generic programme to follow week after week. There is always a challenging, yet manageable, variety with

weights, machines, body weight exercises, and a big emphasis on correct technique, posture and mobility. This can all go towards helping with injury prevention, maintaining and increasing strength, balance and functionalmovementpatterns. The body is designed to move and move effectively. Modern day has us living and usually workingsedentarylifestyles,so we need to continue moving and challenging the body in different directions and patterns, as well as the brain for longevity, independence andeverydaytasks.

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BUILDING A BETTER WORLD

Rolleston College student and chair on the Selwyn Youth Council Mackenzie Wills recently won several Zonta awards including the Christchurch North Young Women in Public A airs award, and the national award, which earnt her $1000 in prize money.

She was then announced as an international winner, one of just 37 young women from 61 countries around the world.

Mackenzie received $5000 USD, which she will use for tertiarystudynextyear.

HOMEKILL

The awards are presented to young women who demonstrate a commitment to leadership in public policy, government, and volunteer organizations.

“I am incredibly honoured,” says Mackenzie. The recognitionmeanstheworldto her, as it celebrates her dedication to leadership,

public service, and making a positive impact in the community. She says the journey is beyond her wildest dreams.

Mackenzie has always been passionate about helping othersandmakingadi erence. Throughouthertimeatprimary school, she had always been interested in the idea of being aleader.

“I was always the first to raise my hand for any opportunity,” says Mackenzie. “Once I reached high school, my interest in being a leader continuedtogrow. Iamnow in Year 13 at Rolleston College where I am lucky enough to be a Head Student. Within the community I also hold the role of Chair on the Selwyn Youth Council. Both roles have allowed me to meet incredible people and have amazing experiences and opportunities.”

Her passion lies in supporting young people to have a voice in the community. “Young peoplearenotonlytheleaders of our futurebut the leaders of today. I deeply connect with the Zonta vision of ‘building a better world for women and girls.’BothinNewZealandand globally, there is still a lot of work to do to achieve gender equality.”

Mackenzie was also privileged to meet the ZONTA North members as well as District 16 Governor Phillippa Jacobs-Lory and hear about their personal storiesandjourneys.

She says she would also like to give special acknowledgement to her parents, mentors, and teachers for their support over the past several years. “I am truly appreciative of the role models I have in my life and theirhelpandinspiration.”

Mackenzie’s aspiration for next year is to attend the University ofCanterburytostudyLawand Political Science. “I am very grateful to be able to have some funds to head start my next educational journey. Receiving the ZONTA YWPA awards has been a life changingexperience.”

As Mackenzie moves forward, she hopes her story serves as an inspiration to young people everywhere. “Dedication, leadership, and community spirit can truly make a di erence,” she says, “and I am excited to continue this journey, making positive impactswhereverIcan.”

International ZONTA winner Mackenzie Wills at the Rolleston College Year 13 hui held recently for her award presentation is pictured with, from left, Susan McDonald, ZONTA District Governor Phillippa Jacobs-Lory, Clare Bruce, Chris Merritt, Shirley-Anne Pearce and Mackenzie's mum Ngaire Shepherd-Wills.

Earlier this month, we had the privilege of hosting the Minister of Finance, Nicola Wills, in Rolleston for a postbudget public meeting. Our primary focus is on rebuilding and recovering the economy to ensure that New Zealanders receivethepublicservicesthey deserve so I was pleased everyone who attended was able to hear directly from her as to how families and businesses across Selwyn will benefit from our tax relief package.

LastweekwhileatFielddaysin Mystery Creek, we announced that we are going to remove agriculture from the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) and collaborate with farmers to develop the best approach to measure and reduce on-farm emissions. He Waka Eke Noa willbe disbandedimmediately, and we’ll begin fresh engagement with farmers and processors to address biogenic

methane reduction. I have always advocated for this approach, and I am delighted that our farmers and growers will now have a genuine voice at the table to drive solutions tothisglobalissue.

To further help our farmers, Finance Minister Nicola Willis has instructed the Chairs of the Finance and Expenditure and Primary Production select committees to launch an inquiry into banking competition. The Finance and Expenditure Committee will lead the inquiry in partnership with the Primary Production Committee, which will focus on rural banking. We all know farmers are currently dealing with circumstances that are beyond their control, making it extremely di cult to run their businesses profitably. The likes of commodity prices, inflation, high input costs, and weather events have all contributed to

OLD LADY OF THE MOUNTAINS

By Frances By Frances By By McCaughey

I cast my eyes out towards the west, the moonlight clear defines her breast. A misty scarf about her throat, as there in silent sleep she rests. An orange glow sets o the mountains, swathed in smoky grey. The frozen heavenward state is mantled now in gentle snow, Her profile lost till warm winds come and blow, revealing features known to us below.

FrancesistheauthorofCarrigofDromaraandresidesat HaunuiRetirementVillageinDarfield.Herinspirationfor thepoemcamelateonemoonliteveningwhenFrances livedinanoldchurchinShe eld.

the recent challenging seasons. Seemingly strict lending requirements from some banks are causing concern for many – so we’re taking steps to get to the bottomofit.

It is crucial to understand the role of bank competitiveness within in the rural economy as growing this sector is vital to rebuilding New Zealand's economy. With farmers' satisfaction with banking services declining in recent years,itisreallyimportantthat we better understand the impact of bank competition in thissector.

I encourage as many farmers and agribusinesses as possible to make submissions to this inquiry.

McCaughey McCaughey McCaughey

LIFE MEMBERSHIPS FOR BOWLS

At the Kirwee Bowling Club AGM this month, two new Life Memberswereannounced.

While Yvonne Boulton has never held o ce, she has worked tirelessly in less prominent ways to support the cluboverthe30-plusyearsshe has been a member. She is considered to be a very worthy recipientofthehonour.

Dave Knight is a member of over 35 years. He served on the executive committee on and o for many years, and was president twice. The Life

Membership was awarded in recognition of his long service to the club. Even after he had to stop playing bowls, he still comes along to watch

whenever he can. As he was unable to be at the meeting, his Life Member badge was acceptedbyhiswife,Mabel.

SUCCESS AGAINST ALL ODDS

Graham (Snow) Reardon received the Para Player of the Year award at the Bowls Canterbury Annual Awards Evening held earlier this month. The Awards celebrate the achievements of bowling club members in Canterbury and the success of the bowling season.

Many will remember Snow, as he was known locally, who used to live in the Malvern district. Snow has been in a wheelchair since he was 20 yearsoldafteracaraccidentin 1971 that left him paralysed fromthechestdown.

Snow soon learnt the art of survival and started playing bowls in 1991, when on a trip to Roxburgh a friend took him to the local bowling club, where he saw six people in wheelchairs playing bowls. This was a light bulb moment when he realised, ‘I could do this’. And he did. One of the biggest attractions was that it was something he could get better and better at. And again hedid.

Over the years, Snow (71) has encouraged and been a role model for other wheelchairboundpeopletotrybowlswith help from the Rehab Centre of theSpinalUnit. Snow soon learnt to become innovative and assisted in the design of the wheelchair he uses to play bowls. The design hasallowedhimtoimprovehis life, and to mix and compete with both Para and ablebodiedpeople.

His dedication to practising his sport meant opportunities to travelwithwheelchairteamsto South Africa (twice), Malaysia and South Korea as well as playing wheelchair tests against Australia (home and away)from1996–2003.

While Snow has begun to limit his play, he still regularly competes in various clubs’ open, half-day tournaments where he achieves success against talented able-bodied playersfromdifferentclubs.

ThisseasonSnowplayedinthe 2024 Bowls New Zealand Open Disabilities Singles Championship, where he

reached the final and finished runner-up to a fellow Cantabrian on a very hot morning.

Over 35 players with all disabilities were represented, including Commonwealth Games and World Bowls Para players.

Snow was nominated for Para Player of the Year by Burnside Bowling Club, his club of eight years. In Snow’s citation read outattheAwards,theBurnside Executive said Snow was “held inhighesteembyourmembers for his grit and courage, his uncomplaining and get on with lifemanner.”

Yvonne Boulton Dave Knight

Graham (Snow) Reardon with his with Para Player of the Year award presented at the Bowls Canterbury Annual Awards Evening. Photo: Arjan

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Malvern Water Race Disruption

HOME HEATING

The Kowai intake in Malvern scheme will be shut down for planned maintenance works near Springfield.

Supply will be disrupted for water race users from Wednesday 26 June – Monday 1 July 2024.

For more information, please visit: selwyn.govt.nz/wrdisruption

If you have any further queries, please contact us on 0800 SELWYN (735 996) or email surfacewaters@selwyn.govt.nz

CONGRATULATIONS TO SAM O’REILLY

Sam O’Reilly recently refereed his 100th premier game when Southbridge took on Southern in the quarter finals of the Luisetti Competitions. Sam is prominent member of the Ellesmere Rugby and Canterbury Referee communities. After an injury halted his rugby playing career, he tried both golf and rugby coaching before finally settling on refereeing. In an interview for Canterbury Rugby Union, Sam says he remembers his first (referees) meeting. “They asked me why I wanted to be a referee and it made me think. For me, it was the opportunity to stay in the game and continue to be involved in rugby.”

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DEATH NOTICE DEATH NOTICE

EvonFlowers

Passed away Monday 17th June. A service for Evon will be held on Friday 21st June, 1pm at Glentunnel Community Centre.

A heartfelt thanks to all the health professionals in the community; Darfield Hospital, Malvern District Nurses, Darfield & West Melton Medical Centres. Evon will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed.

ACCOUNTANTS

ARE AREARE ARE you wasting your valuable time trying to keep up with accounts? Call us now for hassle-free accounting, tax and business advice - righton your doorstep. Sterling Accountants @ Malvern Business Hub, Ann-Maree 0212150981.

BUSINESS CARDS

Talk to the team at the Malvern News for all your BUSINESS CARD requirements.

Small or large quantities.

BUSINESS COACHING

GROW GROWGROW GROW your business with NZ Life Coaching NZ. Helping with Business Improvement and Career Development. We're here to guide you, help your business grow & making sure you enjoy every step of the journey. Contact Kieron McGhie 021 276 8311, www.newlifecoachingnz.com

NEED NEEDNEED NEED carpet? Go local! Very competitive pricing, seldom beaten. 30 years servicing this area. In home sample service, also repairs and installations. Please ph Alan Roberts0212272080.

CHURCH NOTICES

CARPET/WINDOWS

CARPET CARPET CARPET CARPET/Window Cleaning. Thorough job, good price, quick drying. Highly recommended. Phone/ text Robert anytime on 0272999599.

Jo Babe - Wedding Celebrant 0274323360 jobabenz8@gmail.com www.jobabecelebrant.co.nz For your personalised wedding ceremony

CHIMNEY CLEANING

CARRS CARRS Chimney Cleaning. Servicing the Selwyn district. $80 per chimney. Please ph Rodney on 03 324 2999 and leaveamessage.

CHIM 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 anysizedopenfire.Wequote and undertake repairs, flue extensions and install bird netting. Please phone us on 021939113.

CHURCH NOTICES

LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards and dairy lanes our speciality. Screened rottenrock, it’s local and lasts better. Phone Springfield Quarryon3184132. R K FIREWOOD Supplying wood for this Winter! Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon. TRY THE HOT MIX! Eftpos available. All top quality, clean wood. Ph Rini 027 451 7300

CoGage For Rent • Glenroy • 2 Bedrooms • Double Garage

Wood Shed

Garden

No Pets $360 per week Phone: 021 0274 1969

HEDGE TRIMMING

At 10:30am Steve & Patience Pona Ph: 022 642 5805 17 North Terrace, Darfield

SERVICES

10:30am every Sunday. Darfield Baptist Church 15 Greendale Rd, Darfield 9am, on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of every month. Glenroy Hall Windwhistle Rd, Glenroy

FOR SALE

BROWN BROWN Shaver Chickens. Point of lay. $35 each. Pick up Whitecliffs. Please phone 0212276258

Malvern Lions

PEA STRAW

The Malvern Lions wish to advise that all small bales have gone, only Medium square bales available.

Please phone Anthony Dalzell 027 240 6501 to order.

GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL garden maintenance in Darfield area. Domestic hedge trimming, pruning, edging, lawns and water blasting. Please phone Kane 0274676613.

GRAZING

GRAZING GRAZING GRAZING GRAZING wanted for Ewes. 10-50Ha. Darfield/Kirwee/ Sheffield. Only requirements sound boundary and water Supply.Ph0274361389.

Thank you to all those who have supported us over the season. It is very much appreciated. HEDGE TRIMMING

MORTGAGE BROKER

ARE ARE ARE youinneedofarefinance, firsthomeloan,buying a new home, investment property or a property development? I deal with all the lenders, and I cangetyou thebestdeal 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 bankstoyou.

PLANTS FOR SALE

NATIVE NATIVE NATIVE plants, locally sourced. Lots of varieties. Call and see if we have what you need. Phone Annie 027 370 2067.

ROOM TO RENT

SINGLE lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Internet, Sky TV. $180pw. Please phone 027 479 1431.

SCRAP METAL

WANTED! WANTED! WANTED! WANTED! Amalgamated Scrap Ltd. Buying cars & farm machinery.Specialising in farm clean-ups. Best prices Rod McQuoid - buyer. Please phoneeither 0276950480or alternatively0800030712.

TRADES

SITUATION WANTED

EXPERIENCED EXPERIENCED stockman looking for work. Tractor driving experience. GST registered. Pleasephone0225747805.

ME AND MY TRACTORS ME AND MY TRACTORS are looking for work. Ranging from 100-250hp. Can do tasks from feeding stock to planting spuds. $100 +Fuel per hour. Please phone Rini 0274517300.

WANTED

AMMUNITION AMMUNITION AMMUNITION and reloading equipment. Powder projectiles, presses etc. Any caliber rifle / shotgun. Anything hunting related. Cash buyer. Please contact Rob033425885.

DEAD DEAD cars - we buy dead cars, end of life cars, scrap cars, old farm vehicles. Cash paid. Pleasephone0274848121.

Cars-Vans-Trucks-Utes-4wds-SUV’s

• Damaged • Non runners

• Rusted

• Accident damaged • Failed WOF

• Lapsed Rego

We also buy scrap metal, old farm machinery and used batteries. Call us today for a no obligation quote, we come to you Canterbury wide. Phone 022 409 8432

CARPENTER CARPENTER available for all renovations and repairs. Phone Grant 021 167 1718 anytime. WANT WANTWANT WANTItWelded-Mobilewelder can come to you. All types of welding done. Help support small new business. Phone 02102890736.

RURAL RURALRURAL RURAL Tenancy Inspections. Also providing Total Rural and Residential Property Management Solutions. Please phone Rebecca 027 313 2270 or email rebecca@ruraltenancy.co.nz

WINDOW CLEANING

COUNTRY TOUCH

WINDOW CLEANING

Friendly, reliable experienced. Darfield & Surrounding areas.

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

TRADES

TRADES

KITCHENS KITCHENS - new or renovate existing with new doors and bench tops, wardrobes, laundries, vanities made to size. Built-in bookcases and wall units, melamineor timber desks, buffets, tables or any furniture. Great prices and advice. Please phone Lex 027 4393926or3490150.

Tiler

Water Proofer

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

Darfield

RURAL PLUMBING SERVICES LTD

Simon O’Connell • • Certifying Plumber M: 021 048 4799 E: simon@rpsltd.co.nz

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

A grandmother is giving directions to her grown grandson, who is coming to visit with his wife:

“You come to the front door of the apartment complex. I am in apartment 14T. There is a big panel at the door. With your elbow push button 14T. I will buzz you in. Come inside, the elevator is on the right. Get in, and with your elbow hit 14. When you get out I am on the left. With your elbow, hit my doorbell”.

“Grandma, don’t worry, I know my way, but why am I hitting all these buttons with my elbow?” “Are you coming empty handed?”

Clear Communication

In a software design meeting, we were using typical technical jargon to discuss a data exchange interface with a vendor. One co-worker said the programming we had ordered was delayed because the vendor was su ering from a "severe non-linear waterfowl issue."

Curious, the team leader raised his eyebrows and asked, "What exactly is that?"

The programmer replied, "They don't have all their ducks in a row."