HIGHLAND GAMES SETS NEW RECORDS
The 13th Hororata Highland Games, held on Saturday, November 9, welcomed an impressive turnout this year.
The event featured 230 volunteers, 700 competitors, 140 stallholders, 23 clans, and over 10,000 visitors. This vibrant event once again demonstrated its importance as a major highlight of the Canterbury event calendar and solidified its reputation as an iconicfestival.
Chieftain Richard Lang, who has been involved since the festival's inception, expressed his pride, stating, "I have witnessed the growth of the Hororata Highland Games into what can truly be described as a world-class festival in every
aspect. It was humbling to see the joy this event brings to our community."
The sense of camaraderie and mutual support among competitors set the Games apart as participants not only aimed to excel but also encouraged their peers. The enthusiastic involvement of visitors of all ages contributed toatrulyfestiveatmosphere.
The Oceania Heavyweight Championship was fiercely contested throughout the day and culminated in an exhilarating showdown at the Hororata Stones, where athletesracedagainsttheclock to lift five stones weighing between 90 and 140 kg onto barrels. Continuedonpage9...
New Bike Track
Elizabeth Blackburn of Darfield was thrilled to win the Best Dressed Lassie at the Hororata Highland Games on Saturday. This is the second time Elizabeth has won the title wearing her clan Menzies tartan. Photo: Fi Maddison.
JUST TWO WOMEN PRETENDING TO BE DOGS
The BitchesBox isfinallyhere. The live show is in support of Selwyn Rowing Inc., helping to raise the necessary funds to support the establishment of thegroup.
TheBitchesBox,comingtothe Darfield Recreation Centre on Saturday, November 30, sees comics Emma Newborn and Amelia Dunbar revisiting some of their most loved dogs. Set onthefarm,onadaywhenthe sheep are being mustered off the back blocks, the usual chaosensues.
EmmaandAmeliaconjureupa hilariously imaginative world that throws the spotlight on our four-legged friends. They bounce from one character to another at breakneck speed, revealing the glorious inner
workingsofadog’smind. Selwyn Rowing Inc is a newly established rowing group based at the Lower Selwyn Huttsin Canterbury.The group is made up of students from the four secondary schools in the Selwyn District – Darfield High, Lincoln High, Rolleston College, and Ellesmere College. The club promotes participation in rowing and makes rowing accessible and affordable for school students in the Selwyn secondary schools' area. The aim is to help everyone achieve their potential and work towards being the best that they can be, and to develop effective ways to engage students and give them the values and
characteristics that can be transferredintodailylife. Join the fun and hilarity at the Darfield Recreation Centre, while also supporting Selwyn RowingInc.
TicketsforTheBitchesBoxcan be purchased online at events.humanitix.com/thebitches-box-episode-4-comeand-join-our-muster.
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Emma Newborn and Amelia Dunbar bring their hilarious performance, The Bitches Box, to Darfield on November 30 in support of Selwyn Rowing Inc.
TOP BIKE TRACK ALMOST READY TO GO
The new Darfield bike track, funded by the Westview fund, will be open soon according to CouncillorLydiaGliddon.
The track was initially proposed by Josh Wilson (exDHS student) in 2022 with input from hisfriendsand DHS teacher Jason Dickens. The track, built on the Darfield Reserve by the tennis courts and funded by the Westview Fund,hasnowbeensealedand thecarparkcompleted.
“Wearewaitingforthetrackto cure, then some lines will be painted on, and some landscaping.Wecanthenopen this for the public in a couple
ofweeks,”saysLydia.
This track was designed and built by Cam Bissett of Cam Bissett Dirt Trailbuilding; Cam also completed the track at
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We are hoping that we can secure funding for stage three for a younger kids track,” says Lydia.
GIVE THE HORNDON DASH A GO
If you love to run, want to get fitandchallenge yourself,then the Horndon Dash could be justthemotivationyouneed.
The free weekly event is the brainchild of Ryan BayesMortimerwhorunsBM Fitness, a home-based gym for personal and group training in Darfield.
Ryan says the weekly event hastworunseveryweek-6am on Tuesdays and 6pm on Wednesdays - and is a beginner-friendly ‘up and back’ format rather than the traditional loop that most people would be familiar with.
“Everybody starts together
then runs as far as they can in 15 minutes before turning around and running back to the starting line, this creates a 30 minute run where everybodyfinishestogether.”
He says the format means beginners aren’t left behind, which can impact confidence and experienced runners can pushthemselves.
“There’s no pressure to keep up with anyone else, as these runs are about setting your own goals and seeing steady improvements each week. It makes for a fun, final fiveminutes with everyone converging on the finish line together.”
After looking for a stretch of road that was suitable for the up and back format, Ryan choseHorndonSt.
“There’safootpathmostofthe way, it’s just under 4km with only one major road crossing andit’snearimpossibletotake awrongturn.”
The Horndon Dash is free and open to anyone who wants a fun, supportive environment to start or improve their health. Whether just getting into fitness or a seasoned runner, Ryan’s goal is to create a welcoming place to meet others, enjoy a new style of workoutandgiveityourbest.
“The run leaves from the dog park after a short warm up. Keep an eye out for the guy attachedtothe goldandwhite border collie, that’s me,” says Ryan.
Finishing touches are being added to the new bike track on the Darfield Reserve; it will soon be ready for some exciting action and fun.
Ryan Bayes-Mortimer from BM Fitness.
A BALL TO REMEMBER
If you love the grand era of Bridgerton, you will love Rolleston’s grandest event ever, The Rolleston Rotary BridgertonBall. Thisisa night for allwhoseek a bit of Regency magic, charm, and delight. On Saturday, November 23, prepare to step into a world of elegance, where everyone can revel in theromanceoftheseason.
Imagine yourself among a livelycrowd,twirlingunderthe dazzling lights in your finest attire, enjoying delectable refreshments and lively conversation and making memories on a dance floor set todazzle.
Thisballisforoneandall–an invitation to every soul in search of a magical night. Whetheryoucomewithfriends or seek new acquaintances, you’ll find yourself part of a splendid evening like no other.
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Fern and Feta Platters owner Lucy Gilbert, née Sewell, originally of Darfield, is catering for the Rolleston Bridgerton Ball and is the only foodprovideronthenight. She says she has previously catered for Bridgerton-themed balls and is super excited to create one for the Rolleston Rotary Ball too as she loves thetheme.
On the night, Lucy will be creating a 7-8 metre sized grazing table that includes Canterbury made cheeses, Canterbury Salmon, locally cured meats, some of her ‘fingerfood’menuandsomuch more.
Lucy grew up in Darfield, attended Darfield High School and left in Year 13 year in 2007.
“I loved growing up there and would move back in a heartbeatifmyhusbandwasn't a dairy farmer on his family farm.”
She is now based in Ashburton and has been running her catering business for nearly five years. She caters for a range of events including weddings,birthdayparties,and corporate.
“I’vecreatedover2000grazing tables and platters,” says Lucy.
Lucy Gilbert - owner of Ferns and Feta Platters
MOVING FORWARD, ACKNOWLEDGING THE PAST
In 1918, during World War 1, Lt Douglas Deans sent his mother several acorns in a tobacco tin from Gallipoli. The trees grown from the acorns became known as Gallipoli Oaks and one was planted in 1924 in an official ceremony beside the Bridge of Remembrance in Christchurch. In Kirwee, ANZACLane islined with oak trees descended from oneoftheoriginalacorns.
Anzac Lane Memorial was first mooted some years back, and was expanded by David Stott and Peter Bond. The Kirwee Community Committee has actively been applying for grants and raising money
towards this project. The plaques, now cast, were on display at the recent Kirwee Garage Sale, andwillbe at the Courtenay A & P Show. The cost of these were almost $13,000.
The next step is for the concrete work at a cost of $17,000. The Committee is just $6,000 short of the full amount.
Spokesperson DavidStott says, “Wealsohavethepossibility of recognising other wars that have been fought and need to raise money to have another plaque cast for them, along with thanking our sponsors. It is our wish to have this
underwaypriortoAnzacDayin 2025. We will be holding our first Anzac Day Service in April 2025inANZACLane.”
In the New Year, The Kirwee Committee is planning a quiz night at Thirsty Acres to raise further funds for the War Memorial and has other fund-raisingactivitiesplanned.
PROPOSAL TO ESTABLISH INDEPENDENT NEW WATER
A proposal to create a councilowned Organisation (CCO) in response to recently introduced Local Water Done Well (LWDW) legislation is being considered by Selwyn DistrictCouncil.
Chief Executive Sharon Mason says that an independent organisation would separate the costs of water services from the council budget and rates and make them a household cost, like your powerbill.
“A council-owned organisation will need to be financially sustainable and independent from the council, so we feel this structure has real merit,” saysMason.
The Local Water Done Well legislation was introduced to address the historical
underfunding of water infrastructure within councils and to enable greater levels of direct borrowing for necessary infrastructureimprovements.
“While Selwyn has invested heavily in its water assets, we believe that we still need to consider a new delivery model to ensure our water services are managed e ectively and sustainably,”saysMason.
The Chief Executive says the Selwyn District Council considered other models, including partnerships with neighbouring councils.
However, a Selwyn-owned water service provider has emerged as the preferred option to comply with the Government’s demand to deliver a Water Services Delivery Plan by September
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“It is important to note that a new Council-owned organisation must comply with a host of rules and legislation to ensure it can operate independently, be financially sustainable, and never be privatised,”saysMason.
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SOUTH ISLAND INTERNATIONAL POLO CHALLENGE AHEAD
James Reid, a local Kirwee lad, isgearingupfortheNZvsUSA School Polo Tests being held at11.15amonNovember30at the Port Hills Polo grounds at Tai Tapu. The visiting USA school team will play against the South Island School team and also against the North Island School team on December 1 at Waimai Polo Club.
James was named captain of the team and he and his team members – Max Dormer, Charlie Somerville, Matthew Geddes and Reserve Andrew Messervy – have been preparing their horses for this international match and will play in front of a large crowd of people at the Ronald MacDonald House fundraiser day.
The team is currently receiving coaching from Cody Forsyth, Sam Martin and Dean Geddes in preparation and will play at the South Island Presidents invitational tournament the weekend before the International to gel more as a team and work out their game plan.
James has been riding horses for most of his life. At just 11 years of age, he got a taste of Poloandnowhasapassionfor thesport.
He owns a string of four polo ponies - Singer, Luna, Pampa and Sally. They are all “o the track thoroughbreds”, who havebeenretrainedtoplaythe game.
James trains six days a week and plays most weekends over the summer in club tournaments around the South IslandforPortHillsPoloClub. He has had opportunities to play in the North Island, Australia and Singapore. As polo is a sport that takes a lot of time and dedication, his family help with the preparation and care of the horses with feeding, shoeing, animalhealthandfitness.
On game day it is not just one horse that the player rides in a game – most ride four horses and change every seven and a half minutes to keep up the speed and the intensity of the game.
James is also part of South IslandSUPApolo,whichisclub forschoolagedplayers.Hehas been fortunate enough tohave lessonsat Waireka PoloSchool at Sefton under the guidance of Charlie Wood over the years and now holds a 0-goal handicap.
He is working towards developingacareerinthepolo industry and would love to traveltheworldwiththesport. James says he loves the challenge ofridingahorse and hittingtheballandparticularly enjoys working with young horses and constantly developinghisskills.
James Reid rides off another player on his polo pony, Sally, at a recent Match against ex SUPA players at Sefton.
HIGHLAND GAMES SETS NEW RECORDS
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Australian Terry Sparkes emerged victorious, claiming the title for an impressive fourth consecutive year, narrowly beating Ashburton's Craig Manson. The Women's Championship yielded a record -breakingperformancebyKelly Drummond, who claimed victory, while Connor O’Brien secured the Men's Championship with a commendable mention for local competitor Ethan Burgess, who placed third in his debut in the heavy arena after being inspired by previous volunteer
experiences.
The Hororata Highland Games is also renowned for being the largestgatheringofpipebands in New Zealand outside of the Nationals. This year, 19 bands with 497 pipers and drummers participated in the Chieftain's Welcoming ceremony, delivering an emotional performance of ‘Amazing Grace,’ led by Maggie McConnochie, moving many attendees to tears. Scottish musician Willie McArther further entertained the crowd with popular Celtic ballads duringalivelysing-along.
Richard Lang emphasized the
festival's significance for the community: "The Hororata Highland Games is a festival like no other, fuelled by the passion of our volunteers. This eventembodiesatruesenseof community and purpose. It serves as a foundation for our community to build our future, with profits directed toward the Hororata Hall project and supporting 19 community groups involved in fundraising.
The Hororata Community Trust isgratefulfor the supportfrom our partners and suppliers, who enable our community to stagetheGames."
The Hororata Highland Games has become a cherished tradition,bringingtogetherthe community and visitors alike, and looks forward to another successfuleventnextyear.
RESULTS: RESULTS:
• Champion Band: Champion ChampionBand: Band: Champion Band: Canterbury CaledonianSociety'sPipe BandGrade3
• Champion Highland Champion ChampionHighland Highland Dancing: Dancing: NerydaDuncan
• FMG Kilted Mile: FMG Kilted Mile: FMG Kilted Mile: FMG Kilted Mile: LiamDavidge
• Fern Tug O' War Mens: Fern Tug O' War Mens: O' Mens: O' Mens: BBC
• Fern Tug O' War Mixed: O' DarfieldYoungFarmers
• Oceania Heavyweight Oceania OceaniaHeavyweight Heavyweight Championship: Championship: Terry Sparkes
• Hororata Highland Games Hororata Highland Games
Heavy Championship Mens: Championship Mens: ConnorO'Brien
• Hororata Highland Games
Heavy Championship Heavy HeavyChampionship Championship Championship Womens: Womens: Womens: KellyDrummond
Celebrating a successful day and the community spirit that goes into the Hororata Highland Games is Hororata Community Trust Chair Ainsley Walter and Chieftain Richard Lang.
Photo: Kathryn Taylor
2024 ERSU AWARDS
EllesmereRugbySubUnioncelebratedtheir2024Awards eveningrecently.Congratulationstothefollowinglocalpeople thatreceivedawards:
Club Centurions: Club ClubCenturions: Centurions: Centurions:
• MichealBrankin-100Games DarfieldRFC
• HaighJebson -100Games DarfieldRFC
• JaneMeyerho -100Games WestMeltonRFC
• BlairMcIlroy-300Games DarfieldRFC Representative Blazers: Representative RepresentativeBlazers: Blazers: Blazers:
• AlisterCollins DarfieldRFC Individual Awards: Individual IndividualAwards: Awards:
• MKRathgenMemorialTrophy-U18PlayeroftheYear: MasonThompson WestMeltonRFC
• Division1MVP:HarrisonGroundwater DarfieldRFC
• EarlBrowningMemorialTrophy-VolunteeroftheYear: SharleneWiseman WestMeltonRFC
• BNZTrophy-PersonalityoftheYear: DaveBeatty DarfieldRFC
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CRUSADERS COMING TO KIRWEE
An exciting rugby event is set to take place in Kirwee on Friday January 31 when the Crusaders take on the Blues in their first pre-season game ahead of the 2025 Super RugbyPacificseason.
The Crusaders play the Blues twice during the regular 2025 season–Round6onMarch22 at Eden Park and Round 10 on April 18 at Apollo Projects Stadium.
Crusaders Head Coach Rob Penny says he was looking forwardtohostingthe Bluesin ruralCanterbury.
“Our pre-season games are as much about testing ourselves in a high-performance environment as they are connecting with our fans acrosstheregion.”
Blair Jones, Kirwee Rugby Football Club President, says the Club is “thrilled” to welcome both the Crusaders andBluestotheirlittlesliceof Canterbury. “Weareproudtobepartofthe Crusaders region and everyone here at Kirwee Rugby Football Clubiscountingdownthedays until this one, says Blair. “It’ll
be huge for us and the rugby community here with some Super Rugby action right here inKirwee.”
Super Rugby fans should be ‘saving the date’ and heading to Kirwee to check out a bit of rivalryonthefieldbetweenthe teams – the game will kick o at 3.30pm. Tickets are availablefromTicketek
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The second round of the Malvern Rifle Club Championship was held over 800 & 900 yards, which are considered to be the “Longs”the longer distances. It was cool at the start of the afternoon with a few spits of rain greeting shooters at the 800 yard mound. Fortunately further rain did not eventuate.
The north-westerly wind was changeable, with quick changes in strength. It proved challenging at 800 yards with scores down from previous weeks. Congratulations to Sam Riddle (B Grade), who top scored at 800 yards. The windhadbeguntochange direction as shooters readied to shoot at 900 yards. The flagswerefrequentlydownthe
poles and much less adjustment for wind was required. Chris, Andre, Richard (A Grade), Charlie (FTR) and Matthew (FO) posted good scores at 900. Canterbury Spring Champs —16 & 17 November. ClubOpenDay-23November.
David Beatty was award Personality of the Year and Sharlene Wiseman was awarded Volunteer of the Year.
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DARFIELD GUN CLUB
By Bevan Brown By Bevan
There were no excuses this month with clear skies and a lazy southerly to keep things cool.
The day saw some average shooting with just three possibles among the 33 attendees, two 25/25 scores in the eye-opener and one in the KinneyMemorial.
In the Perrin Cup 18 Metre Triples, Ron Greatorex outshone the opposition and dropped just a single point to win HOA and A grade. Marcel VanLeeuwen won the B grade in a shoot-o after shooting 45/50 (showing he is recovering well from surgery) and Ethan Greenwood continues to improve taking outtheCgradewith40/50.
Last for the day was the Kinney Memorial vs Mead Te Pirita (Handicap Triples), with just the five shooters for Mead (four A grade and one B grader); it was always going to be a lot one sided with all of Darfield'sCgradersincludedin the average scores. With meat
prizes over the two rounds of triples, there were no other shoot-o s required – just Lee McVinnie as the lucky shooter (five targets at random distances), although not so lucky in this case with a hard left o 22 metres as the first targetleadingtoaquickexit.
Many thanks to all those who assisted on the day and those with the usual great afternoon tea.
Our next shoot is our Xmas shoot on Sunday, December 1 witha10amstart. Allwelcome.
Results
Results
Results
Results
Perrin Cup Triples HOA Perrin Cup Triples HOA Cup Triples Cup Triples
AGrade–RGreatorex49/50
BGrade–MVanLeeuwen45
CGrade–EGreenwood40
Triples Trophy (Meat Prizes) Triples Trophy
AGrade–NFoss95/100, RGreatorex94, KFitzgibbon92.
BGrade–DParrott93, PWright92 MVanLeeuwen91.
Cgrade–KSmith85, RMillichamp81, RBryant80.
Perrin Cup Winners R Greatorex, M Van Leeuwen, and E Greenwood.
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