Friday 19th July 2024
300 SENIOR RUGBY GAMES
Huge congratulations to Blair McIlroy, who played his 300th game for the Darfield Division 1 team last Saturday! Also known as "Sheep," Blair began hisrugbyjourneywithDarfield in 1989, progressing through every grade to U19s. In 2003, he made his debut for the Division1team.
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Throughout his impressive career, Blair has accumulated numerous representative achievements, including playing for Canterbury U19s, Canterbury B, and earning his blazer for Canterbury Country, Ellesmere,andBuller. Sheep's trademark is his massive right shoulder, still feared by all oppositions. His commitment on the field is unparalleled, and he served as an incredible role model for his teammates. As a leader who led by example, Sheep's words carried great weight when he spoke. Blair is the first person to play 300 Division 1 games for Darfield, aremarkableaccomplishment.
Club President, Tim Wright says, “On behalf of the Club, we are incredibly proud of Blair and enjoyed celebrating with him on Saturday. Many people from far and wide gathered at West Melton to
show their support! We also extend a special thank you to Blair'sparents,BettyandGrant, his wife, Kelly, and his children, Jack and Sophie. Sheep - you are an absolute legend”.
Due to winning against West Melton 47-17, the Darfield team now progresses in the semi-finals against Waihora at Rhodes Park, Tai Tapu on 20th July,3pm.
Blair McIlroy with his children, Sophie and Jack running out onto their field with him prior to his 300th Senior game at West Melton last Saturday. Some of the Darfield Rugby junior players formed a guard of honour.
EDUCARE
Opening Hours 7:30am - 5pm
ANNABEL’S EDUCARE & 3 YR & 4 YR OLD KINDERGARTENS 12-16 South Tce, Darfield
• Educare Ph 318 7943
• 3 Year Ph 318 7948
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WOMEN’S RURAL SKILLS AND EMPOWERMENT DAY
Have you ever wondered how to use a chainsaw or set up a vegetable garden to get the most out of your crops? Have you thought you’d like to learn more about your heart health and maximising your fitness duringabusyweek?
The Darfield and Glenroy Branches of Rural Women NZ will be hosting a Women’s Rural Skills and Empowerment Day where you can find the answers to all these questions. Our local speakers will give you lots of ideas, answer your questions and there will be plenty of opportunities to chat overlunch.
Join us at the Darfield
Recreation Centre on Friday, 2 August from 9.30am – 3.00pm for either the full day, or the morning or afternoon sessions. Our morning sessions will focus on heart health and achieving health and fitness. The afternoon focus will be on setting up a vegetable garden andusingachainsawandother motorisedgardenequipment.
To register and for more information contact Lyn at goathills@amuri.net by 26 July. The full day session costs $25 andthehalfday session is $15 (both including lunch). Payment is required to confirm yourattendance.
Rural Women NZ aims to
strengthen, support and connect rural people and communities. As well as being a national voice on health services, education, the environment and social issues in the rural sector, Rural WomenNZbranchesalsomeet locally. Darfield and Glenroy branches meet monthly, usuallywithaspeaker. See advertisement alongside alongside for further information. for further
LOCAL FUN FITNESS CLASSES NEWS IN BRIEF
If you’re wanting to boost your wellbeing this winter, look no further than the exciting new fitness classes at Darfield Recreation and Community Centre.
The classes, Spin and Malvern Movers, are being trialled over a six-week period by Selwyn DistrictCouncil.
Spin is an indoor cycling workout lead by an experienced instructor who guides the class through hills, flats, mountain peaks, and interval training. Participants can control the level of resistance and speed of their biketosuittheirfitnesslevel.
Malvern Movers is a new initiative to help people improve their health and fitness. Whether you’re wanting to start your fitness journey, ease back into regular exercise or build on your progress, there is a range of cardio and strength exercises at each class to challenge yourself. People of all ages are
welcome to attend Malvern Movers including young people, seniors, and parents withtoddlersand/orprams. BookingsfortheSpinclassesis essential. Both classes cost $10.60 each, or $7 for community services and gold card holders. Concession cards areavailable,andthefacilityis EFTPOS only. These classes startonTuesday,23July. There are also two Mature and Motivated fitness classes held on Monday and Wednesday mornings, from 9.30am to 10.15am each week. These sessions are ongoing and include low-impact exercises aimed at people aged 60+, however, all ages are welcome to attend. No bookings are required and the first class is free.Afterthat,itis$10.60per class or $7 for community servicesandgoldcardholders. Incorporating regular exercise into your weekly routine can have a positive impact on your health and wellbeing. It is
important for maintaining good physical health; improving balance, strength andcoordination;andreducing your risk of injury or chronic disease. It can also give you more energy, help with weight loss,andimprovesleepquality. Plus,youcanmeetotherlocals and make new connections withpeople.
The Spin and Malvern Movers classes will continue if there is enough interest, so make sure you book your place or come alongifyou’rekeentogiveita go.
Please contact Fleur by Please contact Fleur by Please contact Fleur Please contact Fleur emailing emailing
fleur.earl@selwyn.govt.nz or fleur.earl@selwyn.govt.nz fleur.earl@selwyn.govt.nzor or calling 027 535 8379 if you 535 8379 if you have any questions. questions.
The Malvern Veterans is o ering an evening of camaraderie to veterans across di erent services including Fire Brigade and St John’s on July 26 at 7pm at Thirsty Acres, Kirwee. A courtesy van is available for pick ups at 1830 hrs at the She eld Pie Shop, and at the Darfield Bakery at 1845 hrs. For anyone wanting pickup and drop o contact Kevin Otton through the Malvern Veterans Facebook page or messenger.
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GANSU FELLOWSHIP
• Site & Garden Clearance
• Lawn Construc on (Small & Large)
• Driveways
Shingle Supplies
Give Neil a call on 022 451 7207 or email neiljudith@xtra.co.nz
Selwyn has a Sister City relationship with Shandan County in Gansu Province, initiated due to the relationship established by Rewi Alley, who was born in Springfield. Rewi built vocational schools and established cooperatives in Gansu for theruralpoor during his60yearsinChina.
The Gansu Provincial Foreign A airs department is once again o ering a 20-day Fellowship to a Selwyn resident or personemployedin Selwyn to join others from throughout the world to study andexperienceChineseculture and business. Fellows join a cohort of others from around theworldfromsomeofGansu’s 62 Sister Cities including countries like Ghana and
Turkmenistan.
The Fellowship runs from September 5-25, 2024 with accommodation in Lanzhou city on the Yellow River, locatedontheSilkRoute.
Applicantsneedtobebetween 22 and 50 years of age and come from a government, education or business background. The Gansu Government pays for local transport, international travel, accommodation, and gives a small allowance. The successful applicant must pay for their insurance, visa costs, internetandfood.
Previous Fellows have found this a most worthwhile
experience personally and for contribution to their workplace.
Applications close on Friday, close on Friday, July 26, 2024. For more July 26, 2024. For more July 26, For more July 26, For more information, contact information, information,contact contact selwynsistercities@gmail.com. selwynsistercities@gmail.com.
Pictured above is last year’s 2023 Gansu Fellow, Mat Logan, outside the Mogao Buddhist Caves and below on a camel in Dunhang.
WHAT A MORTGAGE ADVISER DOES
By Ginny Nelson, By Ginny Nelson, Ginny Nelson, Ginny Nelson, Mortgage & Insurance Mortgage & Insurance Mortgage & Insurance Mortgage & Insurance Advisor.
I was reading a little negative press from a columnist who whose headline claimed “The mortgage rate strategy almost allbrokerswon'tmention” It caught my attention and against my better judgment I read it. He claimed that mortgage advisers are motivated by money and if a bank has a cheaper interest rate but if that bank doesn’t pay commission, then your adviserwon’trecommendit.
Backupthebushere! I,orany other adviser I know, wouldn’t recommend chasing a slightly better rate at any other bank unless it was in the client’s best interests, and that involves analysing the costs involved among other things. Also, where a bank does not work with advisers, how are we to know their product suitability, get their updates and so on? We are accountable to the FMA and if they see clients moved from
bank to bank without good reason they consider ‘Churn’as the motivation – switching banks for the sake of gaining another commission. Sonot in the adviser’s best interest if it is not in the client’s best interest.
Advice on fixing interest rates ispurelysubjective.Icanpoint outalltheprosandconsofthe di erent rates but the lowest rate is not always the best option, and neither is switchingbanksunlessthereis a clear reason. Interest rates are just one factor and banks willoftenmatchacompetitor’s rate anyway. Certainty plays a big role for a lot of people as
does flexibility. I like to suggesta2or3waysplitsoas to ‘hedge your bets’. No-one has a crystal ball and if you take note of what all the chief economists say, then you will haveseenthattheydon’tgetit rightalotofthetimeeither. It is a case of best educated guessandwhat isimportant to you. Your Adviser can guide youbutattheendofthedayit is your choice as to what you feel is the right thing for you. We work for you and can only advise you, but we have your best interests at the forefront of any recommendation based on the information you give us.
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ART DECO ON BRAY STREET
By Matt Williams By Matt Williams
By Matt Williams By Matt Williams
The Art Deco style home at 3 Bray Street, Darfield was built in 1930 by Francois John (Jack) Narbey (1883 - 1966) and includes a solid poured concrete external wall construction.
Jack's grandfather, Francois Leonor Narbey (1829 - 1913), was a French settler who came to Akaroa in 1849. Having travelledtoAustraliain1854to prospect for gold, he returned to farm in Long Bay, Banks Peninsula in 1855. He owned the cottage at 117 Rue Jolie in Akaroa and is buried in the Catholic cemetery in Akaroa. His diary is held in the Alex
Turnbulllibrary.
Jack's father Francois Eleanor Narbey (1857 - 1944) was one of 16 children brought up in LongBay.Jackgrewupwithsix siblings in Kirwee, where his fatherresided.Thebuildinghas Onuku cast in the front wall in recognition of the Banks Peninsulafamilyheritage.
Jack married Mary Jane Clinton, daughter of local farmer WilliamFrancis Clintonin1914 and had a daughter, Clare. Jack worked as a builder and provided a service as an undertaker to the Darfield community. A mortuary was located at the rear of Malvern Motors, where Jack’s builders'
Above: The Art Deco-style home in Bray Street was built in 1930.
Below: The Darfield Ag and Lifestyle Centre now resides in the Bray Street home.
yardwaslocated.
OneofJack'strademarkswasto leave his ‘FJN’ initials on his builds,hisfirsthouseinClinton Street had this signature incorporated in the brickwork onthechimney.
Bill Hewitt, who was the next generation builder in Darfield (along with Jack Blamires), served his apprenticeship with JackNarbey.Oneoftheirbigger jobs was building the state housesinTelegraphRoad.
The NZ gazette lists Jack as being appointed to the Darfield Domain Board in 1934 and again in 1942. During this period, he served with other local identities – George Warren, Ebenezer Stewart, James Anderson, William Somerville (another local builder) George Cridge and WilliamStott.
ANNUAL BOOK FAIR A GREAT SUCCESS
Thewintermightbefeeling lessdrearynowasmanyin the community settle down with a good book or a challenging puzzle. Thousands ofbooksandpuzzlesweresold during the four-day Malvern Anglican Parish’s annual book sale.
The organizers attribute the book fair’s success to the donations of large numbers of books in all genres, and to the
many hard-working volunteers who sorted and set up the booksandpuzzlesandassisted at thesale. Around600 people came along to the book fair, which was held in Trinity Church for the first time. The larger and warmer venue was appreciatedbyall.
The Parish invites the communitytocomeagainnext year when the annual sale will bethefirstweekendoftheJuly
TMALVERN CANCER SUPPORT GROUP REPORT
he Group recently held their AGM with their everstrong group of members attending and new faces joiningthegroup!
As the AGM took its course –the positions of o cers remained unchanged and supportedbythegroup;
• Chair–FlissCox
• Treasurer–AnnetteStewart
• Secretary–AinsleyBurton.
Fliss read her Chair’s Report which highlighted the following activities of the past year:
• The Group donated $5000 worth of Trees for the new Canterbury Cancer Centre, LangdonsRoadinChristchurch.
• Da odil Day August 2023 –raised the most we have ever raised in the Malvern Area Promoted and judged the “Paint the Town Yellow” throughout the Malvern
OLD PHOTOS AND A CD FOUND AT PARISH BOOK FAIR
Four old photographs were discovered in a box of booksdonatedtothebookfair.
Two are of family groups, one was taken at a wedding. Most ofthepeoplearelabelled with their first names, two have the surname, Seymour. From the clothing, the wedding photo would have been taken in the early 1920s, the family group is earlier, around the turn of thecentury.
The other two photos are identical - of Valley Cottage in Dover.ThepeopleareThomas, Caroline, and Edward Childs.
The photos are all 200 x 145 mm, professionally mounted on card 300 x 250mm.
An unrelated CD was also found(inadi erentbox)dated 1968. Firstnameslistedrelate to the McKenzie families in NZ andSingapore.
townships. This is a great lead intoandpromotionforDa odil Day.
• LocalSchoolsparticipatedwith creating their magic with the oldunusedplasticda odils.
• Knitted da odils kindly donated by the Glenroy Craft Group were a hit and this has inspired the group to ask the community to knit or crochet some for this year’s da odil day.
• We celebrated 40 years since the Group’s formation with an afternoon tea, Nicola Coom, CEO Cancer Society attended along with many longstanding group members and Cancer Societyemployees.
• Christmas baking was donated by members and distributed to several families in the community who have been a ected by cancer. This was wellappreciatedbyrecipients.
• Local teams joined the “Relay for Life Event” in Rolleston –and is another excellent fundraiser with over $36,000 fortheCancerSociety.
• “Bulbs of Hope” was a great success through March with over half of the Selwyn’s sales being sold in Malvern! The CancerSocietysoldoutandwe couldhavesoldmanymore!
Fliss also mentioned, “That we have supported several families in a variety of ways, many through the driving service, others through grocery hampers, cooked meals, delivering meals on wheels or
simply chatting and being there to listen. We have attempted to increase the community’s awareness of our group by placing the support group information on Community FB pages, displaying the contact info in the Medical Centre waiting room and attending the MalvernA&PShow!”
With just only over a month until our next Da odil Day Fundraiser, the Group are gearing up for another successful fundraising campaign.
The new initiative of knitted da odils is already streaming in and are looking amazing. Being handcrafted and each unique, they are going to be wellsoughtafter.
We are looking forward to working with our businesses again in “Painting the Towns Yellow” to bring a great vibe for the lead up to the Cancer Society’s annual fundraiser, Friday 30th and Saturday 31st August.
The Group appreciates very much the support of our community here in Malvern andwishesto remindyou,that weareheretosupportyou!
If you are interested in are interested in volunteering on Da odil Day on Da Day in Malvern this year, or in Malvern this year, or in Malvern this year, in Malvern this year, becoming a member of the becoming a member of the Group, please connect Group, please connect through our email: malverncancer@gmail.com
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Old photos found in a box at the Malvern Anglican Parish’s annual book fair.
Proposed shake-up of the Public Works Act as the Government looks to fast track infrastructureprojects.
We expect many of our local readers to have been involved with, or will have seen examples of, public works projects in action. Further to our recent articles on the Public Works Act 1981 (PWA), we write again on this topic with an important update to share.
On June 18, the Government announced that it intends to modernise the PWA – the legislation that the Crown and Local Authorities use to compulsorily acquire land needed for infrastructure projects. The legislation is more than 40 years old and has not been substantially amended since 1988. The Government’s proposed changes are intended to streamline the process involved with public
infrastructure projects, thereby reducing delays in delivery. These “fast track” amendments will, in theory, address longstanding issues related to land acquisition and compensation thatfallunderthePWA.
The Government has proposed an eight-week review period.
The focus of the review is on ensuring the legislation is fit for purpose in realising the Crown’s ability to undertake publicworks,includingthatthe process gives clarity for landowners impacted by proposed public works and strictertimeframesareinplace for negotiations between the Crown and the landowner. The overall intention being to expedite the completion of essentialinfrastructureprojects such as roading development andeducationalfacilities.
Thenewlegislationisintended to be introduced mid-2025. It is hoped that the proposed amendments will improve the
transparency and fairness of the compensation process and that landowners receive fair market value for their properties.Thepublicwillhave an opportunity to provide feedback during the subsequent select committee process.
Tavendale and Partners has a national team of PWA experts who represent landowners a ected by public works. Our interest is in ensuring that any reforms preserve the landowner’s fundamental rights to a fair process and to fair compensation. We will be watching this space carefully and will provide an update oncethefindings ofthereview arepubliclyavailable.
In the meantime, if your property is, or maybe, the subject of a PWA requirement we are here to assist you through the process to reach faircompensation.
CAB LAUNCHES YOUTH WEBSITE
In response to today’s if-ain'ton-the-internet-it ain't-worthknowing mindset, Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) has launched a youth-focused website.
This new CAB Youth Tool Kete contains info about many of the key issues for youth embarking on those ‘firsts’ in adult life – starting tertiary study, getting a job, going flatting, buying a car, getting ID and more. The site helps youngpeopleknowtheirrights and responsibilities, and links them to a real person if need be. It is a go-to online info resourcefortheyoung(andthe young at heart!). It’s packed with verified, NZ-based
answers to problems with work, money, tra c o ences, wellbeingandmuchmore.
In the past year, CAB helped around5,000peopleunderthe age of 25 with information, advice and support. The most common enquiries were about employment, renting, vehicles andrelationships.
Ever wondered what training you need for particular jobs? Who can get a student allowance? What is a “bonding agreement”? Is there any income support? What ID is required to open a bank account?Whocanhelpwithan employment dispute? What is an unfair dismissal? What
rights do flatmates have? Is there money owing on that car?Whatdoes"asis,whereis" mean?Whathappensifyouare stopped in a car and tested for drugs? What counselling is available? Are you aware that something big is happening and you’re not quite sure what?
Find the answers at Find the answers youth.cab.org.nz.
Having just returned to fulltime work after my maternity leave, I have been busy traveling around Selwyn to catch up with local businesses and visiting our top-notch vegetable producers. It's been great to hear directly from themaboutthechallengesand opportunitiestheyarefacing.
During my visits, I had the opportunitytoseeanewstateof-the-art weeding system calledMapandZap,developed at AgResearch in Lincoln. This innovative system uses AI and lasers to detect and eliminate weeds without the need for chemicals. I've always been a believer in the power of science and innovation to find solutions to our environmental challenges.
As the guest speaker at the New Zealand Peony Society conference recently, I was able to hear feedback from the growers about what the Government can do to help grow the sector. In my role as Associate Minister of Agriculture with a focus on Horticulture,Iamworkingwith a number of sector groups to help achieve our goal of doubling exports by value in thenexttenyears.
For parents in Selwyn, since July 1, we have provided extra financial support to put more money in your pocket and to
assist those taking leave to spend valuable time with newborns. We understand the challenges that families are currently facing, and we are committed to ensuring that parents receive the support they need to give their new child the best start in life. Increasing paid parental leave is one of the ways we aim to accomplishthis.
In other news, as the Minister forWomen,Iamdelightedthat women who are at higher risk ofcervicalcancer willcontinue to have access to free cervical screening. Since the National Cervical Screening Programme wasestablishedin1990bythe then-National government, deaths from cervical cancer have decreased by around 60 percent. This initiative is crucial for those at risk, as
unscreened women make up around 85 percent of those living with cervical cancer. Screening and early detection have saved the lives of many Kiwiwomen,whichiswhyIam pleased that this targeted supportwillcontinue.
Lastly, we have fulfilled our election commitment and recently passed legislation to keep agriculture out of the ETS! We recognise that Kiwi farmers are the world’s most carbon e cient, and we were not going to stand by and watch the previous Labour and GreenPartypoliciesshut down New Zealand agriculture. Sending jobs and production overseas, while less carbone cient countries produce the food the world needs, simply doesnotmakesense.
WINTER SURPRISES
Early season lambs hang close to their mum on Old West Coast Road.
GEORGE DODSON CROWNED 2024 FMG YOUNG FARMER OF THE YEAR
Darfield Young Farmer George Dodson is “in shock” after securing the title of New Zealand’stopyoungfarmer.
Proving age is no barrier, the 23-year-old was crowned the 56thFMGYoungFarmerofthe Year on Saturday evening after a nail-biting Grand Final event inHamilton.
George secured the win following three days of gruelling challenges against six other Grand Finalists. With challenges that included an exam, an interview, heavy machinery, livestock, quizzes, and public speaking, all seven Grand Finalists were neck and neckastheyattemptedtogain a point-scoring advantage over theircompetition.
Each of the contestants had just one goal – bringing the trophyhometotheirregion.
“Words can’t even describe how I’m feeling, the excitement is nothing I’ve ever feltbefore,”Georgesays.
“It hasn’t sunk in yet, it’s just incredible.”
More than 500 spectators poured into the Claudelands Oval to watch the action unfold during Friday’s actionpacked practical day. Many were visibly on edge as contestants worked with quad bikes,powertoolsandaforage harvester to show o their practical skills. Points added up with every challenge, though the race continued to play out right until the final buzzer quiz on Saturday evening.
In the end, Northern
representative Caleb Eady missed out on the title by just three points, with Aorangi Young Farmer Gareth McKerchar finishing up in third place.
George is no stranger to the contest, though 2024 was his first attempt at a Grand Final.
The 23-year-old contestant dug deep and drew on the strong set of skills he learnt at home and through farm management. It was his performanceinthefinalbuzzer quizthatsecuredhimthewin.
“My Dad put hours and hours and hours into helping me prepare.Ialsohadsomeofthe boys coming out once a week from an hour’s drive away to test me on the buzzer, and I thinkthatshowed.”
George hopes winning FMG Young Farmer of the Year will support him in the future –especially in his community andthenextstepinhiscareer.
“A sharemilking job would be awesome, and I started the Canterbury Young Dairy Farmers Leaders Network so hopefully getting a bit more supportbehindthat.”
As well as the coveted title, George Dodson also claimed the Agri-Knowledge award and over $90,000 in prizes thanks totheContest’ssponsorfamily.
New Zealand Young Farmers chief executive Lynda Coppersmith said George Dodson impressed everyone with his broad knowledge and impressiveleadershipskills.
“FMG Young Farmer of the Year is one of the most
prestigious farming awards in thecountry.It’sinspiringtosee it go to someone who will not only be a strong ambassador for the next generation of young farmers, but the agricultural industry as a whole.
“After seeing the talent from this weekend, it’s exciting to seewhatthefutureofthefood andfibresectorwillhold.”
Coppersmith also paid special tribute to the hundreds of volunteers who ensured Season56oftheiconiccontest wasaroaringsuccess.
“FMG Young Farmer of the Year wouldn't be what it is without a team of passionate and dedicated volunteers and contestants. Their enthusiasm and commitment are a testament to the strong farming community in Aotearoa. The future is looking verybright.”
George Dodson competing in the FMG Young Farmer of the Year contest.
George Dodson with the FMG Young Farmer of the Year trophy.
Malvern Councillor Lydia Gliddon says a recommendation was passed regarding the Sheffield Pool during the Long-Term Plan deliberations.
TheSelwynDistrictCouncil (SDC)agreedto:
1. 1.1. Begintargetedconsultation withthecommunityaround potentialdivestmentofthe facilitytoacommunity-run legalentity.
2. 2. 2. KeeptheSheffieldPool openandoperationalfor the2024/25seasonto allowtimeforconsultation andnecessary
SHEFFIELD POOL UPDATE
arrangementstobeputin place.
3. Proceedwithdemolitionif noarrangementisableto besatisfactorilynegotiated beforeJune30,2025.
4. 4. Holdthedemolitioncosts budgetsothatitcanbe utilisedshouldoperation bythecommunitynot commenceorcontinue.’
Lydia also proposed the following amendment, ‘That Council provides funding for $20k, $25k and $10k over the next three years to the entity for operational costs,
subject to consultation as perrecommendation(1).’
This amendment to the recommendation was not supported. 4/7 vote. To summarise she says SDC will undertake targeted consultation with the Sheffield community and stakeholders.
“I don't know what this looks like yet but may include surrounding areas like Springfield.”
With SDC operating the pool this coming summer, minor repairs will happen from SDC.
“We need a legal entity to transfer the asset to, and
people willing to assist in the running of the pool, a suggestion would be that the main stakeholders in the pool might be the overseers of this operation,”saysLydia.
“Due to my proposed funding not being approved, I am working with potential external funders to secure funding for pool repairs.”
Lydia is only wishing to provideclarityonthedecisions made in the Long-Term Plan process and will keep the community updated on the consultationprocess.
DARFIELD GUN CLUB REPORT
A lovely winter’s day this month, calm and clear but a weebitcoolasthedaypassed.
Twenty-nine shooters turned out to contest the Ross Shield Handicap matchandthisyear's SidebySideshoot.
Side by Side first up with guns
that vary in condition. Some good shooting was on display but in the end, all was sorted o the gun without shoot-o s withSteveGawnscoring14/15 towinthetrophy.
On to the Ross Shield and round one had a couple of
possibles,andafewalmostbut not quite,to create interest for the second half. With the early start, afternoon tea was taken beforeroundtwo.
Shooting re-started with some improving, while others crashed o the prize list. Four shoot-o s were required to sort the finishing order below the HOA, and a consistent Andy Sheppard with 50/50. Most of the shoot-o s wereofshortdurationwiththe gloomybuildingandthethreeway shoot-o for ninth lasting justasingletargeteach.
Thanks to all the workers and those who supplied afternoon tea.
Our next shoot is Sunday, August 4 at 12.30 p.m. All welcome.
RESULTS RESULTS
The Ross Shield Handicap By The Ross Shield Handicap By The Shield By The Shield By Distance Distance Distance Distance – Winner Andy Sheppardwith50/50, BMangels 49 B Johnson 48 AWatson 48 D Folley 47 TWebb 47 T Stuart 46 BBrown 46 SGawn 44 Side by Side Trophy Side by Side Trophy Side by Side Trophy Side by Side Trophy – HOA/ A Grade - Steve Gawn with 14/15
B Grade - Warwick Hill with 13/15
C Grade - Peter Tyson with 8/15.
Winner of the Ross Shield, Andy Sheppard
Winner of the Side by Side trophy, Steve Gawn.
Sheffield FREE BOOK EXCHANGE
18July 7:30pm DarfieldResidentsAssociationAGM DarfieldRecCentre 19July DarfieldPrimarySchoolPTA-KidsfestBrickPlay 20July 5pm MovieNightFundraiser TrinityChurch,Darfield 22July 1pm MalvernNews-EditorialDeadline
23July 10am MalvernNews-AdvertisingDeadline
24July 11:30-12:30WeeklyJusticeofthePeaceService DarfieldLibrary
26-28July 31stHuntingCompetition
28July 11-2pm 31stHuntingCompetitionWeighIn CoalgateTavern
27July 12noon 60yrsAnniversaryDarfieldNetballClub DarfieldRecCentre
27July 6:30pm TheBitchesBox DarfieldRecCentre
28July 1pm WatercolourWorkshopTreesandLandscapes FarmhouseGallery
29July 7:30pm SouthMalvernCricketClubAGM GlentunnelDomainClubrooms
30July 7:30pm MalvernCollieClubAGM SheffieldPavilion
2Aug 9:30am Women’sRuralSkillsandEmpowermentDay DarfieldRecCentre
3Aug 7pm KirweeRugbyFootballClubPrizegiving HornbyWorkingmen’sClub
4Aug WaikirikiriKiTuaConsultationCloses
5Aug 7pm DarfieldCricketClubAGM DarfieldCricketClubrooms
9-17Aug TheSoundOfMusic-KirweePlayers KirweeCommunity Hall
11Aug 1pm WatercolourWorkshopImpressionisticFlowers FarmhouseGallery
11Aug 3pm YinYoga DarfieldLibrary
15Aug 2:30pm PublicMeetingWithNicolaGrigg TeAraAtea,RollestonLibrary
25Aug 1pm WatercolourWorkshopDramaticSkies FarmhouseGallery
31Aug TheDarfieldBricktacular2024
7Sept DarfieldCeilidhDance
8Sept 1pm WatercolourWorkshopVibrantStillLife FarmhouseGallery
29Sept TakeaKidFishingEvent TheGroynes
18-19Oct SheffieldContributingSchool75thJubilee SheffieldSchool
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Jo Babe - Wedding Celebrant 0274323360 jobabenz8@gmail.com www.jobabecelebrant.co.nz
For your personalised wedding ceremony
Talk to the team at the Malvern News for all your BUSINESS CARD requirements. Small or large quantities. Phone 03 318 7450
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.
GENERAL GENERAL GENERAL garden maintenance in Darfield area. Domestic hedge trimming, pruning, edging, lawns and water blasting. Please phone Kane 0274676613.
PEA STRAW
Small bales, free delivery. Min. order 21 bales. Ph 021 077 3692
GRAZING WANTED
WANTED WANTED WANTED WANTED to Lease. Sheep grazing land Central Canterbury.Pleasephone/text 0272416323.
• Purpose built, nestled in a tranquil, rural setting.
• Close proximity to all main centres. Phone: 027 433 3564 www.catsoncourtenay.nz
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CHIMNEY CLEANING
CARRS CARRS CARRS CARRS Chimney Cleaning. Servicing the Selwyn district. $80 per chimney. Please ph Rodney on 03 324 2999 and leaveamessage.
CHIM CHIMCHIM 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
10:30am Steve & Patience Pona Ph: 022 642 5805 17 North Terrace, Darfield LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards and dairy lanes our speciality. Screened rottenrock, it’s local and lasts better. Phone Springfield Quarryon3184132.
FOR SALE
PULLETS PULLETS PULLETS PULLETSBrownShaver.Pointof Lay. 19 weeks. Ready now. Pick up Clarkville/Ohoka. $35. Ph/Txt0274337720.
MEADOW MEADOW MEADOW Hay. Conventional bales. Good quality. $8 per bale. No rain. Shed stored. Phone 03 318 8072.
HOUSE FOR RENT
HOUSE HOUSE to rent. Suit as accommodation while building. 10mins from Darfield. Rural setting. Warm home. Standard 4 bedroom, 2 bath. Available 1st Aug to 1st Jan 2025. Please contact 027 4466 269.
RURAL RURAL RURAL RURAL house for rent, 3 bedroom plus office. Available short term only. Phone 027 2211 054.
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.
NATIVE NATIVE NATIVE plants, locally sourced. Lots of varieties. Call and see if we have what you need. Phone Annie 027 370 2067. PLANTS FOR SALE
ROOM TO RENT
SINGLE SINGLE SINGLE 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 phoneeither0276950480or alternatively0800030712.
MORTGAGE BROKER
HEDGE TRIMMING
FIREWOOD & COAL
Part-time Position Available
We are looking for a Customer Service Super Star Customer Service Super Star Super Star Super Star to join our team.
• Must be reliable and hardworking.
• No experience needed as full training will be provided.
• Includes weekend hours and some kitchen duties.
• Must be 18+.
Email vanessa@kirweechallenge.co.nz Email vanessa@kirweechallenge.co.nz vanessa@kirweechallenge.co.nz vanessa@kirweechallenge.co.nz for an application form. an application
SITUATION WANTED EXPERIENCED
stockman looking for work. Tractor driving experience. GST registered. Pleasephone0225747805.
WINDOW CLEANING
CALF CALFCALF CALF--REARING REARING assistant required on a family run non-dairy farm in Sheffield from August to November. Call Rupert 021 861 192.
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
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
and reloading equipment. Powder projectiles, presses etc. Any caliber rifle / shotgun. Anything hunting related. Cash buyer. Please contact Rob033425885.
cars - we buy dead cars, end of life cars, scrap cars, old farm vehicles. Cash paid. Pleasephone0274848121.
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
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)
Two Irish roofers, Larry and Joe, were on the roof laying tile, when a sudden win gust came and knocked down their ladder.
“I have an idea,” said Larry. “We’ll throw you down, and then you can pick up the ladder.”
"What, do you think, that I’m stupid?" replied Joe. “I have and idea! I’ll shine my flashlight, and you can climb down on the beam of light.”
Larry wasn't having it. "What, do you think that I’m stupid? You’ll just turn o the flashlight when I’m halfway down.”
A struggling zoo's main attraction, a gorilla, dies during their most popular season. They can't a ord to lose the gorilla so they secretly hire one of the employees to be a gorilla in a suit for an extra $500 a week.
He quickly becomes even more popular than the original gorilla, everyone wants to see the human like gorilla. After a few months his popularity begins to wane so he decides to raise the stakes. He climbs out of his enclosure and dangles from a tree in the lion exhibit but he loses his grip and falls.
Scared he begins to yell for help, "Somebody help!" With this a lion pounces on top of him and whispers, "Shut up or you'll get us both fired!"