AN ENGAGING FUN EVENT
Darfield Bricktacular 2024, held on the last day of August, wasonenottobemissed.
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Darfield PTA organisers Kelly, Maria and Emily say the event was a fantastic day full of fun, colour andcreativitythat came together really well, with people arriving from 9.30am, despite the event not o cially openinguntil10am.
“We had approximately 600 people through the doors and this year's event saw people staying for longer or locals returningthroughouttheday.
This year there were more people engaging in Lego creating, with play areas on both the stage and in the loungeareas.
“There was a 'food court' outside, with local food trucks, which was a popular sunny spot until the weather started turning just after 2pm, when we integrated the Sausage Sizzle with the very popular Bake Sale inside, with Darfield Primary students taking orders from the kitchen, great team work by everyone!” The People's Choice award for the most popular Exhibitor Display went to Ashley Tierney, with her incredible Four Seasons creation. The Malvern School competition was a tough judge, with first place going to Greendale School with their
Lunch-e-ator and first place Preschool competition going to Darfield Playcentre with their Caring Communities creation (photos can be found on the Facebook page). There were also some clever innovative builds by individualsofallagesfromthe wider community, with many prizes awarded, thanks to the 110 generous sponsors of the event.
The organisers say the fundraiser couldn't have gone ahead without the support of school families, with parents all pitching in to do their bit, between helping with set up, providing baking or volunteering their time on the day.
“We are so grateful. Feedback
from the vendors and people whoattendedwasthatitwasa fantastic local event for all ages; a chance for extended family members to share lunch and then play together; lovely to see so many Dad's enjoying the day with their children; displays that inspired children to go home and get creating with their own Lego; and were keen to see it back in Darfield
as a great way to bring thecommunitytogether.”
Thefinalamountraisedfor the Playground Fund was around $8442.26. Photos of the event can be found on the Darfield Bricktacular Facebook Page and were taken by Kathryn Taylor Photography, who sponsored the event by capturingimagesoftheday.
Organisers Emily Mitchell, Maria MacFarlane and Kelly Buckland at the 2024 Bricktacular. again
Inaugural Barkup
BRING ON THE HORORĀTĀ
MECHANICAL SWAP MEET 2024
Besuretomarkyour calendars for the highly anticipated annual Hororātā Mechanical SwapMeet,comerainorshine, on Saturday, September 21. This cash-only event is perfect for vehicle enthusiasts interested in anything automotive and those passionate about vintage, veteran and classic cars, motorcycles, parts, tools, and everythingelsemechanical.
Well-known locals Dave and John, who have been running the Hororātā Mechanical Swap Meet since 2010, have joined forces with the Hororātā Community Trust to bring this eventtotheHororātāDomain.
The event is a paradise for automotive and mechanical enthusiasts. With an energetic crowd, it promises to be a bustling gathering with an
estimated 1,500 visitors and morethan100vendors.
Cindy Driscoll from the Hororātā Community Trust says, “We are committed to growing this event into one of New Zealand’s largest mechanical swap meets. It is a place where enthusiasts can come together to discuss their passions, discover rare parts, and declutter their garages. To keep the focus on mechanical items,wehaveastrict nobrica-brac policy, and if you bring china and soft toys to this event to sell, you will be told togohome.”
TheHororātāCommunityTrust has organised this event as a fundraiser for several community groups, including Glentunnel Primary School, Hororātā Historical Society, and Hororātā Parish. You’ll be
able to satisfy your hunger, as Hororātā Primary School has mouth-watering bacon butties you canpurchaseorsavourthe delicioustasteofthelegendary Hororātā Pies. Co ee and drinkswillalsobeavailablefor purchase.
Admissionforadultsis$5,with freeentryforchildren.Ifyou're interested in securing a site, there's no need to book in advance, as you can pay cash on the day from 7am ($20 single site fee, $30 for a double site, including an entry for one person). Gates open to thepublicat7:30am.
For additional details, visit additional details, visit www. hororata.org.nz. This is www. hororata.org.nz. This is hororata.org.nz. This hororata.org.nz. This a cash event only, with no a cash only, with no EFTPOS available. EFTPOS EFTPOSavailable. available.
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Organisers of the highly anticipated Hororātā Mechanical Swap Meet since 2010, Dave Pomare and John Foster.
GET YOUR RECIPES OUT
Are you new to Malvern or know someone new to the district that wants to meet local people? Do you enjoy tryingnewfood?
Darfield Residents Association (DRA)isholdingaMulticultural Potluck Dinner for residents in the area on Saturday, September 28 at the Darfield RecreationCentrefrom 5pmto 7pm.
DRA president Harvey Polglase says, “This follows on from a very successful event last year, which proved very popular for localfamilies.”
Attendanceisfreeandopento all, just bring a plate of either mains or dessert to share with everyoneandmeetupwiththe locals.
“Further information is on our Residents Association Facebook page, but booking is
not necessary.” says Harvey. “Entertainment will also be provided so come and enjoy thefun.”
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WEST MELTON LOCAL WINS GOLD
On the fifth day of the combined World Rowing Senior, U23 and U19 Championships in St Catharines, Canada, the first medalracesgotunderwaywith eight U23 boat classes being contested. A full house in the
Craig Swayze Memorial Grandstand were treated to eight incredible races as the first of the 2024 World Rowing U23 Champions were crowned.
New Zealand’s U23 Women's Coxed Four battled against
DARFIELD’S BEAUTIFUL BLOSSOM WALK
three other crews to take out the first gold of the championships when they made their move at the halfway point. The Kiwi crew took the lead in the third quarter of the race with the USA keeping the pressure on alltheway.
Competing in the race was West Melton local Charlotte Darry (21). Charlotte is the youngest of four siblings and developedapassionforrowing from a young age cheering for herfamilyonLakeRuataniwha. Charlotte has won titles at the Maadi Cup and set national records before transitioning to elitecompetitions.
Charlotte Darry is pictured with her U23 Women's Coxed Four team – Isobel Eliadis-Watson, Jane Schellekens, Orla Fitzgerald and cox Oliver Duncan.
Photo credit: Rowing NZ
Darfield’s blossom trees are flowering in full force along South Terrace and Westview Reserve announcing the arrival of Spring. If you haven’t been for a walk among them to enjoy their delicate blossoms and soft pink haze, you had better be quick before the wind blows them away.
EDUCARE
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ENTRY FOR ARTS AWARDS OPEN
Nutpoint Centre is looking for expressions of interest from local visual artists for its 21st West Melton Annual Art Event – 2025 Nut Point Art Awards being held on Saturday, February15,2025.
Owner and proprietor of Nutpoint Centre John Allan says entries are limited but all visualartsarewelcome.
“They must be original and for sale. Preference is given to new work - previously shown work in the last two months andcomputer-generatedworks arenotaccepted.”
Three awards: Appreciation, Acknowledgement and Supreme awards are granted at the opening of this annual event.
Johnsaysthatinearlyyearshe used to have larger scale exhibitions with up to 50 artists.
“In later years, due to various reasons, we narrowed it to 1520,whichallowsabettermore intimate and amicable experiencetoall,”saysJohn. What originally started as a sculpture studio in a rundown lifestyle property in West Melton in 2002, soon became the catalyst for the renowned
art,music and nature centreof today.
John says, “In 2004, a local artist approached me about exhibiting her work in my gallery. After discussing it, we decided to hold a group exhibitionforlocalartists.”
The West Melton Art Exhibition was held in an old, open hay shed on John’s propertywithafewartists.The event was a success and becameanannualfixture.
Although initially a visual arts event, classical chamber music was featured from the beginning during the opening nights.
John soon took his passion for the arts and music to the next levelwhenhestartedNutpoint
Centre and by late 2006, renovations to the property allowed the Centre to better accommodateindooractivities.
“Music quickly became a central feature of our programming,” says John. Since 2007, he has developed an annual programme with four series: Classical Series, featuring classical chamber music; Special Events Series, hosting art events and charity musicevents;StudentConcerts Series, showcasing talented students from schools and top private teachers in Christchurch; and Music Delights Series, featuring jazz andothergenres.
Visual artists keen to take part can register their interest to
PETITION TO KEEP RATES INCREASES IN CHECK
A petition organised by Darfield local Alan Roy Peacock wants to limit local authority rate increases to a maximum of the annual inflationrate.
On his Facebook page Alan says, “We will struggle to pay rate increases of 15% that are predicted for each of the next three years. Beyond that is anyone's guess. Nor should we have to consider downgrading our house or moving from our communities to afford our rates bills, yet for a number of people I have spoken too, this seems to be what they will face. Accordingly, I have
petitioned Parliament, and our Local MP Nicola Grigg has kindlyofferedtopresenttothe House of Representatives this petition, which seeks a Law Change to index the maximum amount by which Regional or Local Body Rates and Levies can increase, to a maximum of the rate of inflation for that year.”
The petition requests that the House of Representatives pass legislation that limits any increases in regional or local Council rates and levies to a maximum of the current rate ofinflation.
The reason for Alan Peacock’s
petition states, “Households and pensioners daily face increasing costs because of inflation, and some cannot increasetheir incomestocope. Ithinkregionalandlocal Councils, by increasing rates and levies at amounts well over inflation, are causing hardship for those they are meant to be working for. Limiting annual increases by local authorities to the rate of inflation would reduce costs for ordinary Kiwis, and in my view would focus councils to cut waste and concentrate on coredeliverables.”
Artwork on display from the 20th Annual West Melton Art Event held at Nutpoint Centre, West Melton.
BIG TURNOUT FOR INAUGURAL BARKUP
The Darfield Young Farmers (DYF) Barkup held last Saturday at the Coalgate Tavern was a great success with contestants barking up a storm.
Spokesperson Gail Radburnd says the group raised $1,290 between entries and raffles and the Coalgate Pub generously gave the group another $300, and the Karl Family donated an additional $100 to go towards West Coast, Canterbury Air Rescue. “Therewasanamazingturnout ofsupportfromthecommunity and we received a lot of positive feedback from everyone. The night certainly wouldn't have been possible without all our amazing sponsors and the awesome Craig "Wiggi" Wiggins as our MC.”
Entries on the night included
31 huntways, three heading dogs and pets, and 12 humans. Paddy Burke came first with his dog in the huntawaysection, George Daly second and Dean Gardiner third.
“One of the highlights of the night,” says Gail, “was some Sheffield locals and Leslie dressed as dogs heavily in heat, doing the most amazing display, which Wiggi described as (the Topp Twins on P).”
Theclubislookingforwardto
makingthisayearlyeventwith theplantocontinuetosupport the likes of West Coast, Canterbury Air Rescue, and other charities/organizations the club highly values. “Therewillbeapostuponour Facebook page with our account number if anyone would like to donate further funds that will be split between the West Coast, Canterbury Air Rescue and ChristchurchNICU.”
- Craig ‘Wiggi’ Wiggins. Craig is a well-known rural voice thanks to several decades calling rodeos and jet-sprints, MC’ing events and advocating on behalf of farmers. He’s also the driving force behind a host of mental health initiatives.
NEW ZEALAND’S MĀORI QUEEN
TePuhiArikiNgawaiHono ite
Po Paki, 27, was chosen to succeed her father, Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, who died, aged69,afterheartsurgery.
The new Māori monarch follows in her grandmother’s, Te Arikinui Te Atairangikaahu, footsteps – she was the first woman to hold the position anddiedin2006.
The formal ceremony, known
as Te Whakawahinga, to name the new monarch was held on Thursday morning last week, followedbythefuneralservice for Kiingi Tuheitia. Te Whakawahinga is an important ceremonydatingbackforeight generations to Pootatau Te Wherowhero.
Kiingi Tuheitia was carried by waka to the sacred Tainui burial ground of Taupiri Maunga.
Māori Queen, Puhi Ariki Ngawai Hono i te Po Paki.
Photo: Te Ao Māori News
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BATTERY RECYCLING STATION REINSTATED
Darfield Library is once again offering a battery recycling station. You can now drop off any type of household batteries and help keep these batteriesoutoflandfill.
The station is fitted with fire suppression and heat sensor technology and is connect to 24/7 monitoring with the Selwyn District Council’s partnering company Phoenix Recycling.
The recycling station accepts household quantities of the followingbatterytypes:
• Lithium-ion(usedinlaptops, mobilephones,tools)
• Alkaline, dry cell and zinc (used in flashlights, radios, remote controls, smoke detectors)
• Button cell / coin (used in watches,hearingaids)
• Nickel-cadmium (used in portable electronics, tools, toys)
• Nickel-metal hydride (used in digital cameras, laptops, mobilephones)
After the batteries have been collected from the drop-off locations, they are taken to be sorted further into their different chemistry types. Every battery has its terminals taped over to prevent arcing. They are then accumulated in drums with special liners. When there is sufficient volume to ship, full drums are sent to Australia. The Council
is funding this service using NationalWasteLevyfunds,but says it would like to see importers and manufacturers beresponsiblefor coveringthe cost of recycling the products they are putting into the market.
Car batteries for recycling can be dropped into the Pines ResourceRecoveryParkfree-of -charge.
Darfield Library staff, Nikki and Emmaline, proudly show off their latest service at the library – a battery recycling station. Feedback has been positive already as the community take advantage of the service.
Last week, I had the privilege of joining Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and senior New Zealand business leaders on a trade delegation to Malaysia and Korea. Malaysia, our ninth-largest two-way trading partner, o ers significant opportunities to enhance our trade and investment relations and strengthen the connections betweenourpeople.Following that, we travelled to the Republic of Korea, our sixthlargest trading partner and fourth-largest source of internationalstudents.
Showcasing our strong food and beverage exports was a highlight of these visits, which aimed to boost the profile of our world-class products. These trade delegations play a crucial role in strengthening our trade relations. For example, with Malaysia, we have established a robust trading relationship and are working towards a shared goal of increasing two-way trade by 50 percent over the next six
years. The goal is to benefit local businesses, stimulate demand for our agricultural exports, and boost overall productivity. In local news, there’s a proposal to raise the speed limit to 110 km/h on the Christchurch Southern Motorway (SH73) between Christchurch and Rolleston out for consultation. This aims to boost economic growth and productivity by cutting travel times and improving e ciency on. Public feedback is vital to ensure road safety and community needs are considered.
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As Minister for Women and Associate Minister for Agriculture, I have recently announced a new initiative
754 Miles Road Kirwee
aimed at empowering women in the horticulture industry. Despite women making up about half of the horticulture workforce, they currently hold only 20 percent of leadership roles. To address this disparity, we are funding the United Fresh Women in Horticulture initiative, which will provide workshops and professional development sessions designed to help women advance their careers and upskill.
It also seeks to positively shift industry attitudes and foster greater recognition of women in horticulture. We have committed $300,000 over the nextthreeyearstosupportthis programme, with the vision of establishing New Zealand as a leader in gender equity within thesector.
BackhomeinSelwyn,I’vebeen out and about visiting businesses and attending events. This month, I had the pleasure of attending the Christchurch Kerala Association’s Onam Celebration for the fourth year running. I also had the privilege of unveiling a mural at Prebbleton School, which depicts the school’s cultural narrative and, as I do every year, I helped with fundraising e orts for the Cancer Society’s annual Da odil Day appeal, supporting a cause that is really important to our community.
This exceptional home offers a large floor plan and provides ample space for family life featuring a designer kitchen/dining family room area which can all be opened out to a very inviting courtyard all set on 10 hectares. A must-visit to fully appreciate all that is on offer here.
Open Home: Sunday 15th September 1-2pm.
RESTORE OUR NATIVE HELP RESTORE OUR NATIVE HELP RESTORE OUR HELP RESTORE OUR FLORA FLORA FLORA FLORA
If you missed Conservation Week last week, it’s not too late to be part of the movement to restore our native flora. It’s important for NewZealanderstoplantnative trees as they support all sorts of wildlife and are vital to a healthy ecosystem. Did you knowthat80%ofNewZealand was covered in forest before people arrived – now it's only about 15%; some of our plants display heteroblasty – they look so di erent young compared to their adult form that people thought they were di erent species; and rongoā (traditional Māori medicine) uses many native plants to treat medicalconditions? Head to your local nursery to find some native plants to help our ecosystem.
GREAT DAY FOR HISTORIC GREAT DAY FOR HISTORIC GREAT DAY FOR GREAT DAY FOR GARDEN VISIT GARDEN GARDENVISIT VISIT
NEWS IN BRIEF
the woodlands and gardens. Crowds of adults and children enjoyed their picnics on the lawns of the historic home, and many went home with large bags of woodland plants ready for spring planting. Some first-time visitors signed up to receive the twice-yearly newsletter about this historic home and garden, and Kate Foster is hoping the weather will continuetosupportthefurther opendaysthisspring.
PLENTY OF ENTRIES FOR PLENTY VINTAGE FASHION SHOW VINTAGE SHOW
could be a singer too, as they accompany the modelling downthechurchaisle.
The $5 entry is to help Aunty Lyn buy children's bibles and resources to take with her when she represents IRCA (International Rural Churches Association) in Fiji next year –May 2025. Entry for children is free. See advertisement on frontpage.
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• Toro Irrigation Systems
• Lawns - Gardens
• Lifestyle Blocks - K-Line Irrigation
• Sports Grounds - Horticulture
• Trenching
• Free Quotes
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A glorious day clearly motivated visitors and keen gardeners to come to Terrace Station last Sunday to enjoy the violets and primroses in
As the stories come rolling in to accompanythe outfit,either modelled by a grandchild or great grandchild or carried in byaSundaySchoolmemberor familymember,AuntyLynsays she has been humbled by the outfit’s journey. The Vintage Fashion Show is being held on Saturday September 21 at 1pm,TrinityChurch,Darfield. There are 28 entries from the community, so come along, dress up ‘vintagey’, and listen to our Darfield ukulele group, pianists, organists, cellists,
The Castle Hill Village Community Centre, originally built in 1999, has recently reopened after being closed since March to allow for construction of a small building extension, creating a larger facility for gatherings, emergency management activities and keeping up with thegrowthofthecommunity.
• Screened/Crushed Rotten Rock
• Compacts Like Concrete
• Bulk Deliveries - Truck & Trailer
• Lifestyle Driveways - Free Quotes
• Rotten Rock Dairy Lanes
Drainage
Erosion
Landscape
The Castle Hill Village Community Centre.
AUGUST RAINFALL REPORT
Springfield by Tom Innes. by Tom
We make it 90mm of rain for the month of August in Springfield Village. This is above our average of 81mm for the month, which is based onrecordsgoingbackto2006. The last time we recorded an above average month was October2023.
The nine months from November 2023 through to July 2024 werebelow average. We recorded a total of 445mm over that period compared to an expected 809mm. That's 50mm per month on average compared to an expected 90mm per month, or 55.5% of the expected rainfall for the period. It's no surprise then, that we are still experiencing wildfires in the Canterbury region.
On the plus side, it's not as wet under foot as it usually is at this time of year. Let's hope for decent spring rain to recharge ground water levels, rehydratethesoilonourfarms and gardens, and fill our water tanks.
Annat Village Settlement by Annat Village Settlement by Village Settlement Village Settlement
Allan Hogg. Allan AllanHogg. Hogg. Hogg. Rainfall 74mm – our 34-year average is 71.5mm. Rain fell on eight days with an average of10.2daysforAugust.
The highest daytime temperature was 18.7 C with an average 18.5 C. The warmest August day, I have recorded,was23.1Cin2020.
Our lowest overnight temperature was -4.7 C. Average overnight low for the last 34 years is -4.1 C. Our average for the last 15 years
tells a different story, that is3.5C.OurcoldestAugustnight was-6.6Cin2016. Snowfellaroundthehousefor the first time in three years. In the34years,wehaveonlyhad August snow on 14 of those years.
If you are a budding If you are a budding If you are If you are meteorologist and like to meteorologist and like to meteorologist to meteorologist to collect, measure and analyse collect, measure and analyse the amount of rainfall in the amount of your area, please email your your area, please email findings (up to 100 words) findings (up for the previous month and for the previous month and for the previous month and for the previous month and include your area, your name include your area, your name include your name include your name and contact number by the and contact number by the and contact number and contact number first Monday of the month. first Monday of the month.
RAINFALL IN KIRWEE - 100 YEARS
Supplied by the Darfield Supplied by the Darfield Genealogy and Local History Local History Group GroupGroup FROMTHEPRESS,SEPTEMBER 1924
The rainfall for August was only61points*.Rainfellonsix days, the maximum fall being
29 points on the 6th. For the corresponding month of 1923 thefallwas1.33inches;1.022, 34 points; 1921, 2.11 inches; and1920,3.40inches. Forthe eight months ending August 31st, the total fall registered was 13.18 inches, whilst for
the same period of 1923 the total was 26.67 inches; 1922, 13.4S inches; 1921, 17.81 inches, and 1920, 20.29 inches.
The weather on the whole has been fairly mild during the month. There were a few frosts, and some northwesters. Rain has been threatening recently, but so far none has fallen. The supply of water in the household tanks is getting low, and as the water in the countywater-raceswillbeshut off each alternate forty-eight hours during September for cleaning purposes, a good rain wouldbeverywelcome.
*Note:A point is1/100thofan inchor 0.2 mm,whileoneinch is25.4mm.
DHS EQUESTRIAN IN TOP FORM
The Darfield High School Equestrian team recently took part in the South Island Secondary Schools Equestrian Championship, held at the National Equestrian Centre at McLeans Island. The School had a secondary team and a year 7/8 team competing this year.
The event was part of the Secondary Schools Equestrian Championship 2024 with students competing from across New Zealand and is the second largest horse event behindHorseoftheYear.
According to Julian Bowden, CEO Equestrian Sports New Zealand, there were record entries again this year, with a 41% increase in North Island entries and a 30% increase in theSouthIsland.
“There was a total of 658 riders with 771 horses across bothevents.
Both championships were held across September 2-5 with
competition events covering CTR (endurance riding), dressage, arena eventing (a mixture of cross country and show jump jumps), show hunterandshowjumping.
Becks Slaven supported her daughter, Riley, at the event and says, “The Darfield High School riders went out well and did a cracker job, some with awesome individual results.”
Evelyn Thompson (Evie) came in second in Overall Dressage Rider Year 7/8 and Amelia Mayberry’s amazing week scored third Overall Best Performed Year 7/8 rider, followed closely by Evie in fourth.
Riley Slaven won the Overall Jumping Horse for 90/1.00m and then the Overall Best Performed Year 11-13 Rider.
The overall individual points aretalliedbytheriderstopfive scoresinallevents.Inthecase ofatie,theytallyallthepoints won to determine an overall winner.
Riley's top five scores tallied a total of 169 as did one other girl, however Riley's total pointsscoredtalliedupto257, more than enough over the other rider to secure the win.
Riley’s total score was the highest individual score across all 658 riders, over all age groups,fromtheNorthandthe SouthIsland.
“Lots of training, coaching and preparation goes into getting bothhorseandrider fit andit’s a huge commitment for the family to continually support therider’spassion,”saysBecks.
She says Riley's horse Eldunari (Harvey) gave his absolute
everything during their week together.
The week was well supported by all the riders and family, showing comradery and support to others, even those competing against them and fromotherschools.
DHS TEAM YEAR 9 DHS YEAR 9--13 13
TOP INDIVIDUAL RESUL TOP INDIVIDUAL RESULTS TS TS
Riley Slaven: Riley Slaven: 1st CTR, 1st 90/1.00m Show Jumping IJO, 2nd Arena Eventing 90/1.00m, 2nd Show Hunter 90/1.00m, 5th 90/100cm Show Jumping Speed Round, 5th Dressage, 6th= Dressage.
1st Overall Jumping Horse 90/1.00m
1st Overall Best Performed Rider Year 11-13
Emily Smith: Emily Smith: Emily Smith: Emily Smith: 1st 70/80cm Show Jumping IJO, 4th Dressage
Tia Miller: Tia Tia Miller: 1st Dressage Team Riders Year 9 Team Riders Year 9 Team 9 Team 9--13 13 13 13
Bridget Moir, Isla Swords, Riley Slaven, Emily Smith, Tia Miller
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Darfield High School Equestrian team with their ribbons from the South Island Secondary Equestrian Schools Championship. From left: Sophie Wright, Amelia Mayberry, Jo Beswick (Manager), Evelyn Thompson, Emily Smith, Riley Slaven, Isla Swords and Ashley Mahuika.
Riley Slaven and her horse, Eldunari, had the highest individual score across all 658 riders at the South Island Secondary Schools Championship.
DHS IN TOP FORM WINTER TOURNAMENT
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DHS TEAM
TOP
Evelyn Thompson Evelyn Thompson Evelyn Thompson Evelyn Thompson
1st Dressage, 2nd Dressage, 2nd Dressage, 5th Pony 80/90cm Show
Hunter, 2nd Overall Individual
Dressage Year 7/8, 4th Overall
Best Performed Rider Year 7/8
Amelia Mayberry: Amelia Mayberry: 4th Dressage, 5th Dressage, 5th 65cm Arena Eventing Pony, 6th Pony 70/80cm Show Hunter
3rd Overall Best Performed Rider year 7/8
Sophie Wright: Sophie 5th Arena Eventing Pony 80cm
Team Riders Year 7/8 Team Riders Year 7/8 Team Year Team Year
Evelyn Thompson, Amelia Mayberry, Indiana Carroll-Pudney, Ashley Mahuika, Sophie Wright
DHS Team Results Final Placing DHS Team Results Final Placing DHS Results Placing DHS Results Placing 6th in CTR
Year 7-8 team were 2nd out of 16 teams and Year 9-13 team were 13th out of 45 teams
Winter Tournament Week was held from September 2-8 with Darfield High School (DHS) teams competing in netball, U15 rugby, basketball, hockey, equestrian and target shooting.
The U15 rugby team made it through to the top four after finishing top of their pool. The teamjustmissedoutbyamere point or two of being named the Best All Round Team for Div1.
“What an awesome acknowledgement for the team, representing Darfield High School with pride,” says DHS sports co-ordinator Pip Deans.
Congratulations to Sonny Bill McAndrew and Calum Johnstone for being named in this year's Rural Livestock Rugby Tournament team for 2024.
Pip says, “It is an honour to be selected as part of theteam of 22 players from the 25 teams thattookpart.”
This year, netball was promotedtotheAGradeinthe South Island Secondary SchoolsTournament.
Congratulations to Kayla Holland for being named as oneof21girlsintheTalentID fortheAGrade.
Overall SISS SI Team Overall Team Competition Yrs 7/8
1st Rangi Ruru
Yrs 7/8
2nd Darfield High School
3rd Waihi School
CANTERBURY PRIMARY DUATHLON
The Canterbury Primary Duathlon was held on Monday, September 9th at Ruapuna Park Speedway.
(Top 20 results in each category listed):
Year 5 Girls: Girls:
15:PippaMichael Dunsandel 18:AnnabelScollay She eld Year 5 Boys:
2:BlakeSmith Darfield 10:AydenTaljaard Darfield
Year 6 Girls: Year 6 Girls:
8:ElsieStark WestMel
19:PippaKnight WestMel
Year 6 Boys: Year 6 Boys: 14:QuentinRowlandsHororata 16:FlynnCarey Darfield
Year 7 Girls: Year 7 Girls: 15:MaiaRowlands WestMel
Year 7 Boys: Year 7 Boys:
19:ArlanMayberry WestMel
Year 8 Girls: Year 8 Girls:
5:LuluMaley DHS
Year 8 Boys: Year 8 Boys: 5:JacobMorris DHS
18:BenMorten DHS
BlakeSmithfromDarfield PrimarySchoolcamesecond (outof115competitors)inthe Year5Boys-hewasonly tensecondsbehindthefirst placegetter.
DARFIELD GUN CLUB
By Bevan Brown. By Bevan Brown. By Bevan By Bevan
We had a good bright day for this month’s shoot, but thenor -west wind made for interesting conditions. There was a lot of good shooting on display with both junior’s making their presence felt in theCgrade. Also, with the Open DTL champs having a Veterans trophy, a high percentage of theday’sattendeeswereofthe more mature age group. The eye-opener of 20 Single barrel was a bit of a handful in the wind but conditions eased somewhatafterthatintimefor the Open DTL Champs and the Point Score Trophy Match. Just a few shoot-o s were required with the open Championship HOA taking a considerable chunk of time to sort out with a seven-way contest, which sorted the A grade, B grade and Veterans all at the same time.
RESULTS RESULTS
Club Champs: Club ClubChamps: Champs: HOA S Gawn 25, A Grade JHann25,BGradeTStuart25, C Grade A Mangels 20, VeteransSGawn.
Point Score Trophy (Meat Point Score Trophy (Meat Trophy (Meat Trophy (Meat Prizes) Prizes)
Agrade:
1st P Smrekar - 75, 2nd D Folley-74,3rdJHann-74
Bgrade:
1st M Robertson - 70, 2nd
WHill-69,3rdTStuart-68
C grade: 1st E Greenwood (junior) - 63, 2nd A Mangels (junior)-61,3rdJJackson-57
Je eris Cup Je eris Cup Je Je Cup:JHann
Many thanks to all those who assisted on the day and those with the usual great afternoon tea. The next shoot is Sunday, October 6, Waimak 100 with a 10amstart.Allwelcome.
Champs and Veterans winner, Steve Gawn with his trophies.
Open
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Trophy Recipients 2024 Trophy Recipients
Year 5 Year 5- 6 Grade: Grade:
Most Improved - Ella Thomas Player of Year - Nova Williams
Year 7 Year 7- 8 Grade : Grade
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Volunteer - Marcia Taylor
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Champs winners;
Stuart (B grade), Jackson Hann (A grade), Anna Mangels (C grade).
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