For those who know Hazel Littlejohn, it will be no surprise that shehaswonthe2024DisabilitiesPlayeroftheYear.
Hazelticksthreebigboxes–theymaynotbetheonlyboxesthe judges ticked when deciding the award, but she certainly ticks the ‘wonderful human being’ box, the ‘super hard worker’ box andthe‘very,verygoodbowler’box.
Of course, she also ticks the ‘disabilities’ box, but that’s almost an after-thought. The fact that she has a hearing impairment simplyenablesherselectionasDisabilitiesPlayeroftheYear.
“She’s a great human being,” says Bowls New Zealand community manager, Kevin Smith. “She demonstrates that by being genuinely interested in other people. She enjoys the companyofothersand,unsurprisingly,she’sverypopular.”
Liz Hamilton, secretary of Bowls Darfield where Hazel plays her bowls,agrees.Shesays,“I’veknownhereversinceshejoinedthe club. She’s warm, friendly, welcoming and encouraging – she’s thekindofpersonyouwanttoplaybowlswith.”
But Hazel isn’t just a neat person, she’s also not afraid of hard work on and o the green. She’s a broiler farm manager supplyingtoBrinks,‘Bird&Barrow’.Andwhenshe’snotworking at her day job dealing with all matter's poultry, she’s invariably atBowlsDarfieldhelpingtheclubinanywayshecan.
“She a great club person,” says Liz. “She spreads herself around o ering to help wherever she can. And not just at the club –Hazel recently put up her hand to become president of Deaf
Lawn Bowls New Zealand. She’s also a level one umpire. Hazel also puts in the hard work on the green. She’s a great player, andthathasn’tcomewithoutalotofpractice.”
“She’s a dual member of the Coalgate Bowling Club,” adds Robert Ireland, life member of Bowls Darfield, “where I sometimesrunintoherpractisingontheartificialgreenoverthe wintermonths.Shepractiseshergameallthetime.”
Hazel Littlejohn - the 2024 Disabilities Player of the Year.
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REPRESENTATION REVIEW 2024
By John Verry, Deputy Chair By John Verry, Deputy Chair John Deputy Chair John Deputy Chair Malvern Community Board. Malvern Community
More than 600 people have made their voice heard on an initial proposal for the Selwyn District Council’s (SDC) representation model to be used at the 2025 local body elections
The Initial SDC Proposal has generated significant discussion across the Selwyn District, around the loss of Community Boards and the reduced level of representation, especially for theMalvernWard.TheMalvern Community Board (MCB) has formally expressed its initial support for the retention of Community Boards, stressing the importance of local representation and decisionmaking for the well-being of the Malvern Ward, which is 76.6%oftheSelwynDistrict. The majority of the initially analysed 300 responses came fromtheMalvernwardanditis noted that the following analysis is indicative only and there are more responses yet tobepublished.
for LocalDemocracy for forLocalDemocracy LocalDemocracy for TheMCBstronglysupportsthe ongoing presence of the Community Board. The board believes that Community Boards are essential to ensuringlocalvoicesareheard in local governance and that community members have a direct line the Community Boardmembers.
“We believe Community Boards play a critical role in local democracy,” says Bruce Russell, Chair of the MCB, “MCB ensures that the unique needs and concerns of the rural Malvern Ward are communicated effectively to theSDC.
Disestablishing Community Boards would risk losing that important connection, particularly in the large, rural areaofMalvern.”
The initial proposal’s suggested potential changes to representation have prompted concern about the
future of community boards in Selwyn. However, there is, in the first 300 submissions received and analysed to date (14 September 2024), majority support within the Malvern Ward for the retention of the Community Board, which has a longstanding history of advocating for the needs of residents across its expansive more-or-less5,020km²area. There is also support from otherwards,asisillustratedby comments such as: “No to a community board in ‘xx’ ward but we should not decide for the people in Malvern”. Others indicated ‘no’ (tick-box) of councillors then made a comment along the lines “that the disestablishment of the MCB is best left to the people in the Malvern ward to decide.”(Paraphrased)
The wording of the survey question means NO is a vote not to remove Community Boards.
Support for 10 Councillors Support for 10 Councillors andTwoRepresentatives for andTwoRepresentatives for Malvern Ward Malvern MalvernWard Ward Malvern
Another key element was SDC wanting to reduce the number ofcouncillorsfrom10toeight.
This would not be a saving for ratepayers but would be an increase in renumeration for the 8 elected councillors in October 2025. The MCB and many within the community have expressed strong support for retaining the current structure of 10 councillors, with two councillors representing the Malvern Ward.
The geographical size and diversity of the Malvern Ward make it crucial that the area continuestoberepresentedby twocouncillors.
“The Malvern Ward covers a large and varied landscape, including rural farmland, small towns, and areas of significant growth,” notes Bruce Russell, “It is vital that we have two councillors representing us, ensuring that the unique challenges and opportunities in our ward are addressed at the council table. Reducing representation here would mean less local input in decision-making, which could have a negative impact on our community.”
Thewordingofquestion 1was not clear. The one question asked for one response to two differentissues:
EnsuringEffective Representation for the Representation for the the the Future Future
As part of the Representation Review, the Malvern Community Board is committed to ensuring that its community continues strong engagement in the Malvern ward. While acknowledging the need for reviews and updates to representation arrangements for the October 2025 local government elections due to the population growth in the Selwyn District, the board advocates for a balanced approach that recognises the importance of local representation, particularly in ruralareaslikeMalvern.
In fact, the responses to date show a clear urban – rural divide within the Selwyn District, which that Council needs to ‘front-foot’. Many of the analysed responses identified this issue, which is likely to detract from people wanting to move to and remainintheSelwynDistrict.
TheMalvernCommunityBoard will continue to engage with residents throughout the reviewprocessandencourages allmembers of thecommunity to contact one of the MCB
members. SDC has yet to confirm the number of submissionsreceivedandthere remainresponsesthathaveyet tobemadepublic.
Public hearings on the submissionswillbeheldon26 and 27 September, with Council expected to resolve the final proposal on 23 October. Public notification of the final proposal would be madeby4November,withany appeals and submissions then accepted. Moreinformationaboutthe Council’srepresentation reviewisavailableon: selwyn.govt.nz/repreview.
Here I sit watching our spring weatherinallitsunpredictable glory, snow flurries and road closures.
The future seems just as unpredictable with interest rates falling but for how long, changes in first home policy with the axing of First Home Grants, and the banks continually bringing in new directives.
Like Spring, there are bright spots to be found. Bank cash incentives of $5000 or more, good one year rates for some banks, rates coming in below 6%again–hopeforall! One thing that never changes is the fundamental rule of lending – affordability. If you borrow $X, does your income of $Y & spending of $Z leave enough $$ at the end of the month to repay the interest & principal on the loan. You, as
borrowers, need to have a good understanding of that and be confident that you can make the repayments work. How much areyoupreparedto sacrifice on your lifestyle choices to make home ownershipapriority?
If you can honestly say that you will make it work, then talk to your adviser and make ithappen!
COMMUNITY PATROL KEEPS COMMUNITIES SAFE
Community Patrols of New Zealand is dedicated to helping build safer communities in partnership with NZ Police and other organisations.
TheMalvernCommunityPatrol is an extra pair of eyes and earsofthepolice.ThePatrolis seen out and about, actively supporting the e orts of Police, helping to prevent crime, and Fire and Emergency New Zealand, responding swiftlytoanyemergingrisks.
SUPPORTING THE POLIC SUPPORTING THE POLIC THE POLIC THE POLICE EE E Community Patrol volunteers arenotpoliceo cers,buttheir dedicationandkeenawareness helps bolster police e orts by identifying potential issues, reporting suspicious activity, and assisting in maintaining a safe environment for all residents. Equipped with training on observing and reporting, patrollers monitor areas at various times of the
day and night, focusing on deterringcrimethroughvisible presence and timely communicationwithpolice.
“We are the first line of defence,” says John Verry, a member of the patrol team.
“Our role is to observe, listen, and report, and by doing so, we act as a deterrent to criminal activity. The work we do complements that of the police, giving them extra eyes on the street and allowing them to respond faster to incidents.”
ThebenefitsoftheCommunity Patrol go beyond crime prevention. Patrol members are constantly scanning their surroundings, ensuring public safety in parks, new building sites, and school grounds. By covering areas that may not always have police patrols, volunteers bring an added layer of security to the entire community.
RECENT INCIDENT RECENT RECENTINCIDENT INCIDENT RECENT HIGHLIGHTS THE HIGHLIGHTS HIGHLIGHTSTHE THE THE IMPORTANCE OF VIGILA OF VIGILA VIGILANCE NCENCE
A recent incident underscores the vital role Community
Patrol plays in keeping our community safe. During a routine patrol, at 1.55am, the Patrolsmelt smoke. On further inspection they saw red-hot embers from a burn o ‘flareup’ fanned by the strong wind. This could have quickly escalated into a serious blaze if it had gone unnoticed. Thanks to the quick thinking and alertness of the patrol members, the fire brigade was promptly notified and arrived toextinguishtheflamesbefore any further damage occurred. Thistook30minutes.
“HadourCommunityPatrolnot been vigilant and in the right place at the right time, the situation could have been much worse,” says John, who was on-patrol when the flareupwasnoticed.
“The collaboration between Community Patrol and NZ Fire and Emergency services is critical in situations like these, where rapid response is essential.”
Together,wecanensurea safer, stronger community community forall. forall.
SUCCESSFUL KIRWEE GARAGE SALE
The Kirwee Community Association Garage Sale and FunDaywasheldlastSaturday and was a huge success with plenty of people enjoying browsing and buying lots of goods.
Spokesperson Pauline Sewell says, “The stone carving session with Stone by Julie had around 40-50 children and adults participating and creating lots of interesting objects.”
The kite-making with Julie the Kite Lady was also enjoyed by lotsofparticipantsandthekite flying demonstration was amazing. Several bookmarks were also created under Ngaire'sexpertsupervision.
“There was an excellent displayofmilitarymemorabilia courtesy of Bev and John Cameron and one of the highlights of the day was a flyover of 2 World War 2
Spitfire aircraft,” says Pauline. “Many thanks go to Campbell Aero Classics NZ for this spectacular air show and to everyone for their support on theday.
The Kirwee Community Association Garage Sale and Fun Day raised over $3,200 towards the construction of the Kirwee Anzac Memorial.
ANNUAL CULTUREFEST ENJOYED
A crowd of 5,500 marvelled at thesounds,sightsandtastesof cultures from every corner of the globe at this year’s CultureFest.
The annual event prides itself on bringing the diversity of Selwyn to Lincoln’s backyard. Ofthe51di erentfoodsellers, severalfoodstallssoldout.
Eighteen groups put on fantastic performances, with the audience packing out NicholasHall.
Mayor Sam Broughton says it was amazing to see people so excited to share their culture and customs with each other and celebrate all cultures that makeupSelwyn.
“Thank you to every stall holder, cultural community group and contributor that
dedicated their time to make this event something to remember for the community. We are looking forward to seeing what next year’s CultureFestholds.”
The Council is already beginning preparations for CultureFest 2025, with hopes ofattractingmoreculturesand peopletoitsfestivities. Missed out on the CultureFest event?
Check out the upcoming events in the CultureFest series, with everything from henna art workshops to internationalsports, music and dance performances, Māori healing practice workshop and more.
Visit:www.selwyn.govt.nz/ culturefest culturefest
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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 22nd September 1-2pm.
WORKING DOG NUTRITION
A good working dog is arguably the hardest working employee a farmer will ever have. But what about the upkeep? You wouldn’t put cheap oil in a brand-new tractor, so why would you give poor quality food to your workingdog?Someofthebest working dogs cost a fair bit upfront and when you add in the time and expertise spent training the dog, you’ll be looking for a return on investment across their lifetime. That’s where quality nutrition comes in, fueling maximum work output from your dog and providing years of return on the time and moneyalreadyinvested. For optimal working dog performance, nutrition needs to be well balanced with all the essential nutrients, high fat, and high protein. Working dogs use fat as their primary energy source, rather than carbohydrates as humans do. So, they need an adequate intake of fat for sustained energy. If inadequate fat is
The Malvern Farmers Vet Club Charitable Trust (MFVCCT) would like to invite individuals, community groups and organisations to apply for grants from our organisation.
The MFVCCT purpose is to advance the welfare of our rural community and the individuals connected to the community.
This involves distributing grants that meet the following criteria:
• The strengthening of charitable community and voluntary organisations involved in the relief of poverty
• The advancement of education
• The provision of financial support for specific community projects that advance charitable purposes
• The strengthening of charitable community and voluntary organisations
• The provision of financial and other support in anticipation of or in response to emergencies or adverse events
• The enhancement and retention of essential services that advance charitable purposes.
To apply for grants please visit: mfvc.org.nz or email mfvcinfo@gmail.com for more information. All applications to be received by 30th Sept 2024.
consumed, they will tire faster and recover slower. Nutrition high in protein also allows for faster muscle recovery and fewer injuries. Quality feeding should be continued during any “o season”, as e cient conversion of fat to energy takes several months to reach itspeak.
In the same way you rely on your dog, you should be able to rely on their food – for every bag to deliver the same high-quality fat, protein and essential vitamins and minerals that will keep them working better, for longer. Lookfortrustedbrandsthatdo the research and fill the bag with nutrient-dense, highquality ingredients rather than paddingfoodout with cheaper carbohydrate components and you’ll notice the benefits in your dogs and the work they candowithyou.
VetEnt & Petfirst Darfield recommend Royal Canin 4800 nutrition. With 30% fat and 32% protein, it’s ideal for high country working dogs with
huge workloads who may have trouble maintaining their condition. Blackhawk Working Dog is another excellent option with 22% fat and 32% protein plus the added benefit of extra ingredients for joint health. Eukanuba Performance Sport o ers 20% fat and 30% protein.Talktotheteamabout the work your dogs are doing tofindthebestoptionforthem – and you - with bulk deals availablein-clinic. Get the most from your working dog’s genetic potential and fuel them up with the best nutrition for lifetimepeakperformance.
NEWS IN BRIEF
TAKE AKIDFISHING
TAKE TAKEAKIDFISHING AKIDFISHING
RETURNS TO RETURNS RETURNSTO TO TO CHRISTCHURCH
After a year of unforeseen challenges that led to the cancellation of the annual Take a Kid Fishing event, Kids Fishing Trust is thrilled to announce the event’s return to the Groynes fishing lakes in Christchurch,onSeptember29, 2024,atTheGroynes.
The Take a Kid Fishing event willfeatureanarrayofservices and activities designed to introduce children to the joys of fishing while fostering a deeper appreciation for our natural environment. From casting lessons to tackle demonstrations, our experienced volunteers will be on hand to provide guidance and encouragement every step of the way. Free loan fishing equipment is available. For more information, check their Facebookpage.It’sallfree.
ROADWORKS ON ROADWORKS ON ON ON WAIMAKARIRIGORGE ROAD WAIMAKARIRIGORGE ROAD
A 650m section of road leading down to the Waimakariri Gorge bridge will undergo road works from Monday, September 16 to Friday, November 20. The works include widening the road and improving ride quality and safety. Works will be carried out by HEB Construction under tra c
lights or stop/go management with intermittent 30-minute stops between 9am and 3pm on Waimakariri Gorge Road to improve the road condition. This will happen periodically duringthejob,asrequired.
At times, a pilot vehicle will escort tra c through the work site. Please stay behind the pilot vehicle and follow instructions, as the works will occupytheentireroad.
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HELPING EACH OTHER
Next week (Sept 23 – 29) is Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW). This year the campaign’s theme is ‘Community is … what we createtogether’.
Below is some inspiration to help bring MHAW to life in your community, workplace, schoolorhome.Formoreideas on what you can do for yourself or for others on each of these days during MHAW, visitmhaw.nz.
Monday: Start the week o with an act of kindness. Take some time out of your day to help someone in a small but meaningfulway.
Tuesday: How about supporting an independent merchant or community organisation. Why not purchase a small gift for a friend from a local creator. A little tautoko (support) can go alongwayindi culttimes.
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• Bulk Deliveries - Truck & Trailer
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Wednesday: Wednesday: Give yourself –and your loved ones – a midweek boost, by reachingout to a friend or whānau member you would like to catch up with.
Thursday: Thursday: Find some time in your day to connect with someone in your community that you don’t usually talk to. Introduce yourself to a neighbour, a parent at your child’s school, or someone at your local café. Building relationships with people who live in your community can create a supportive network, rightatyourdoorstep.
Friday: What better way to finish o the week, than by saying thank you to someone in your community? Spread some good vibes by showing your gratitude today –it could be to the courier driver, to a local volunteer, or to a workmate or neighbour… anyone who helps make your communitywhatitis.
MALVERN/SELWYN NETBALL
Malvern Netball Centre held their end of season prizegiving recently, at the Grain and Grape, for the teams that play in the Selwyn Competition. The Centre has had a great season with lots of successes.
Trophyrecipients:
Malvern Masters A (Masters 1):
• MVP: Amy Fallon
• Most Conscientious: Fiona Wright
Malvern Masters B (3rd in Masters 3:
• MVP: Darci Brostow
• Most Conscientious: Rebecca Prattley
Rachel McKenzie and Ashleigh Collier; joint recipients of the Betty Black Highest Achiever Trophy. Rachel has been selected to attend the Mainland Netball Advanced Camp. From here 15 players will be selected to attend the National Development Camp. Ashleigh was selected as an Under 18 Selwyn Representative Coach as well as getting invited, as a coach, on the same camp as Rachel.
Malvern C: Winners of 1st Grade
• MVP: Alyssa Clarkson
• Most Conscientious: Kiana Joynes
• Most Improved: Olivia Kershaw
Malvern D: *2nd in 6th Grade
• MVP: Isla Messerer
• Most Conscientious: Zahra Vincent
• Most Improved: Chloe Crequer & Lulu Maley
Most Outstanding Team
• Malvern C
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the Selwyn Netball 1st Grade competition. The following players also won the team trophies: Alyssa Clarkson (MVP), Olivia Kershaw (Most Improved) and Kiana Joynes (Most Conscientious).
2024 PLAYER OF THE YEAR
...continuedfromfrontpage. And it was that practice and preparation for the International Deaf Bowls ChampionshipsinScotlandlast year that made her stand out fortheaward.
“Not only was she practising on croquet greens to be prepared for the heavier greens in Scotland,” says Kevin, “but she also went to thetroubleofmowingarinkin her own front yardat home so she could practise. Now that’s dedication.”
Her coach, Ashley Paul, had herrollingcorner-to-cornersat WestMeltontotrytogetused to the increased weight she needed to bowl in Scotland. That hard work paid o ; Hazel won the Women’s Singles at thegamesandcamerunner-up intheWomen’sPairs.
It was a not-so-common experience for Hazel. Often, sheisplayingbowlswithablebodied bowlers. And playing against bowlers with no disability, she is no slouch –she was runner-up in the Canterbury season 2022/23 semi-finalist in the Women’s OpenSingles.
It’s all that wonderfulness and hard work and bowls success,
which makes for highly tickable award-winning boxes, but it’s the fact that she is hearing-impaired that may be thebiggie.
“Hazel is very much a cornerstone for the development of the relationship between abled and disabled bowlers,” says Dennis Herrick, president of International Deaf Bowls. “Her success has been seen amongst the disabled community as a wonderful achievement and an example of‘wecandothis’.”
“Leading by example, she is actively working to build the deaf bowls community by encouragingbowlerstohonour and embrace their disabilities.” CongratulationstoHazel
Malvern
won the Team of the Year Award for winning
Applications now open for our 2025 out of zone enrolments. We have 5 places available. Applications close: 4pm, Wednesday 16th October ‘24
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KIRWEE BOWLS AT TEMPORARY VENUE
Kirwee Bowling Club’s greenkeeper, Ray Grigg, is in the process of renewing the club’s green, which makes it unplayableforafewmonths. In the meantime, Coalgate Bowling Club has o ered the use of their green toKirwee to holdtheircompetitions. Bothclubsopenedtheirseason on Saturday, September 14, with Patron Betty Henderson rollingthefirstbowlforKirwee (picturedabove).
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Because of an ear infection, my young son, Casey, had to go to the paediatrician. I was impressed with the way the doctor directed his comments and questions to my son. When he asked Casey, "Is there anything you are allergic to?" Casey nodded and whispered in his ear. Smiling, the paediatrician wrote out a prescription and handed it to me. Without looking at it, I tucked it into my purse. Later, the pharmacist filled the order, remarking on the unusual food-drug interaction my son must have. When he saw my puzzled expression, he showed me the label on the bottle.
As per the doctor's instructions, it read: Do not take with broccoli or brussels sprouts.
