Preparations are well under way for the 126th Malvern A&P Show being held at the She eld Domain on Saturday, March22,8amuntil5pm.
The theme for this year’s show is ‘A Rural Fun Day’. This year the Tasman Regional Young Farmer Competition willrun on the morning of the show. This involves eight competitors competing for the title and to go through to the National Young Farmer of the Year Competition. The younger kids get to compete as well, with High School Teams and an Agrikidscompetition.
Other events are the Livestock competitions(horses, stockand station horse, cattle, sheep, alpacas, poultry), dog trials, cooking, homecraft, flowers, photography, vegetables and pet lamb and pet dog competitions.
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Back for another term as Malvern A&P Association president is Alastair Barnhill, pictured with his wife Emma, and daughters Janelle and Teresa and son Brayden.
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FOR AGES 13 - 18 YEARS
We wish to advise the community, that teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 years to contact the practice for their free annual check ups, if they are due.
Appointments will no longer be organised through the school as a result in the changes of privacy laws.
We request that all new patients are accompanied by their parents on their first visit and bring their NHI number with them.
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The Leeston Fete, an annual highlight in the Selwyn District, is set to return on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 10am to 3pm, transforming High Street, Leeston, into a vibrant hub of activity.
Since itsinception in 2010, the Fete has grown into a beloved community event, drawing visitors from across the region. This year marks its 14th edition, promising a delightful array of experiences for all ages.
Attendees can look forward to over 170 vendors o ering a diverse selection of handcrafted goods, unique
clothing, jewellery, antiques, and collectibles. The event also boasts a dedicated Kidz Zone in Anderson Square, featuring free entertainment such as inflatables, petting zoos, and mini golf, ensuring young ones are engaged throughouttheday.
For adults, live music and performances will provide a lively backdrop asthey explore the myriad of stalls and savour a variety of culinary delights from numerous food vendors.
The Fete's unique setting in the main street, coupled with free entry, makes it a standout occasioninthedistrict.
Organised by the Ellesmere
Promotions Trust, the Leeston Fete exemplifies community spirit, o ering a platform for local businesses and artisans to showcase their talents while fostering a sense of togetherness. It's an event that truly captures the essence of theEllesmereregion.
As the date approaches, residents and visitors alike are encouraged to mark their calendars and prepare to immerse themselves in a day of fun, culture, and community attheLeestonFete.
Georgia Seaton riding Tilly in a paddock of sunflower. Photo by Anna Seaton.
A&P SHOW ENTRIES A&P SHOW ENTRIES
EXTENDED EXTENDED EXTENDED EXTENDED
The Malvern A&P Show has extended its section entries until Sunday, March 9, so get those entries in and be sure to visit the Show on the day –Saturday,March22.
CIRCUS COMING TO CIRCUS COMING TO TO TO ROLLESTON ROLLESTON ROLLESTON ROLLESTON
Kingdom Circus, the only Kiwiowned and operated tented circus travelling New Zealand, is coming to Rolleston from March 1-9. The skilful and comedic tented circus show o ersanhourofentertainment thatyoudon’twanttomiss. Forticketsvisit: kingdomcircus.com.
sparking pain and serious complications if ignored. Symptoms can include excessive pawing at the face, ears, or eyes, limping, licking a specific area, and sneezing or nasal discharge. Closer examination might reveal redness, swelling, or pus at the site.”
She notes that if seeds pile up, a quick clip or shave could be helpful. “Once they dig into the soft tissues, infections loom – and that’s when costs andstressskyrocket.”
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PET DISTRESS PET DISTRESS
Grass seeds are wreaking havoc on pets nationwide, driving a wave of vet visits and unexpected costs. Dogs are the worst a ected, but cats aren’t immune, says Michelle Le Long,COOofPDInsurance.
“Seeds can burrow into fur, skin, even ears and eyes,
From now until the end of March, communities across Aotearoa are coming together in all sorts of ways. It’s about connecting with the people around us, in whatever way makes sense for your neighbourhood.
Want to get involved? Host a gathering, join an event, or simplytake a moment tocheck in with those nearby. However, you do it, let’s celebrate our
Entries are now being sought from rural community groups across New Zealand for the Rabo Community Hub Competition. Running for the first time in 2025, the competition provides entrants with a chance to win $5k to go towards the improvement of their rural community hall, clubrooms or marae. Twenty winners will be selected from across the country who will each receive $5k of funding to help upgrade their rural communityhub.
Competition entries opened on Saturday, March 1 andcan now be made via the Rabobank website. Entries close at 11.59pm on Monday, March 31, 2025, and the competition winners will be announced in earlyApril.
EMPOWERING FAMILIES
OnMonday evening, March 10 at 7:30pm in the Darfield High School (DHS) Hall, an Empowering Families Seminar will be held. This is an opportunity to hear four speakers who are experts in their field of children and youth, they bring knowledge which we believe will benefit all parents, grandparents, caregivers and friends as you learn to navigate your way when facing strong-willed, independent children and adolescents. Plus what are parentsrights.
Presenter & Panel members:
Alan Blackburn (Presenter) Alan Blackburn (Presenter) Alan (Presenter) Alan (Presenter) Malvern Youth Trust
Catherine Gallagher Catherine Gallagher
Registered Clinical Psychologist MNZCCP, MA (Hons)
Ed Trotter Ed Trotter Ed Trotter Principal of Glentunnel School
Jared Peacock Jared Jared Peacock Deputy Principal of Darfield High School
A spokesperson From NZ Police in Selwyn
Therewill bean opportunityto ask questions of the speakers and there will also be a box where anonymous questions can be posted. A cup of tea to follow.
More information can be found on the Malvern Youth Trust Facebookpage.
Members of the Malvern Material Girls craft group recently donated a quilt to Darfield St John for their fundraising. The quilt top was made by Paula Haines, while other members contributed their skills towards assembling the quilt. Malvern Material Girls meets fortnightly on Thursday mornings at the Darfield Library. Pictured from left is Barbara Clinton, Susie van Hulten, Judy Hunt, Paula Haines, and Heather Dickie.
CHURCH
CELEBRATES CHILDREN’S DAY
The celebration of the children at the Trinity Church was greatly supported by the community, says Rev Lynmaree Sopoaga(AuntyLyn).
“Roland and the Christchurch Meccano Team set up in the chapel held everyone's interest. Simon Lewis, the chair of the Canterbury Astronomical Society, brought a solar telescope for all to viewthedaysky.”
She says the children engaged really well during their service withachildsoloandprayers. There were, “Activities, face-
painting and lots of food and juice to reward our children because they are such a specialpartofourcommunity.”
Ennoa checks out the Meccano at the Trinity Church Children’s Day celebrations.
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By Kate Warren, Warren, Tavendale + Partners + Partners Partners. .
You may have seen in the newspapers last year that the Government made some changes to the National Policy Statement for Highly Productive Land 2022 (NPSHPL).
The changes will enable highly productive land to be used for intensive indoor farming ofstock, indoor or green-house growing operations and renewable energy projects like solarpanels.
Enabling on the one hand, the NPS-HPL also imposes some hefty restrictions about land use, which may already apply toyourproperty.
All land classed as Land Use Capability (LUC) types 1, 2 or 3 not already ear-marked for residential development is caught by the NPS-HPL restrictions currently. You may be surprised to find out that rezoning, subdividing or other development cannot be consented, or will be challenging and expensive to consent, under the local planningrules.
You can view the baseline LUC mapping online at: https:// ourenvironment.scinfo.org.nz/ maps-and-tools/app/Land% 20Capability/lri_luc_hpl
All Regional Councils must remap LUC 1, 2 and 3 land areas and notify them under the RMA by October 2025. We are expecting more detailed maps in accordance with that. So don’t ignore comms from the
Regional Council later thisyear – keep an eye out in your letterboxes, newspapers and onwebsites.
If you are unhappy with what the Landcare or future Regional Council maps show for your property, you can contest these via a submission and hearing process. As the landowner, you can engage a consultant to ‘ground-truth’ your land and put together a map specific to your property. You are quite literally sitting on all the information you needtobeabletopushback.
TP’s Resource Management Act team are happy to help you withanyqueriesabouttheNPS -HPL’s controls and processes, and we can put you in touch with a LUC consultant for ground-truthing. .
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AN AFTERNOON OF CHEESE
By Fi Maddison By Fi Maddison By Fi Maddison By Fi Maddison
There’s no better way to spend a Saturday afternoon than to spent it learning how to make cheese.
I recently had the opportunity to head along to The Urban Cheese Company on West Coast Road near West Melton to learn how to make ricotta andfetacheese.
An eager group of six budding cheese makers were greeted and welcomed by Andrea Brough to her delightful mud brickcountryhome.
It was shoes o and straight into her English-style kitchen, where we sat around the table to begin an afternoon of demonstrations, cheese tastingsandafternoontea.
What soon became apparent was Andrea’s passion for her craft and the afternoon started as it continued for the next four and a half hours - one of fun and learning in a relaxed environment.
Andrea has perfected the art of making a variety of cheeses from both goat and cow’s milk. Thegoat’smilkcomesfromher goat herd on her 8-hectare farm, where she currently milkseightgoatsdaily.
Her business, The Urban Cheese Company, specialises in providing everything you need to make cheese from cheese making kits, cultures, rennets, specialist equipment, ingredientsandmuchmore.
Our session started with an introduction to the world of cheese making, its origins, some facts and figures regarding store bought cheeses and some background
information about Andrea and how an accidental introduction to cheese making happened aftershewasgivensome goats and had to quickly learn how tomilkthem.
From there we were shown how to make feta, it’s not a fast process and does require patience to work through all the steps. In between waiting times, Andrea showed us how easy it was to make ricotta cheese - this was a much quickerprocess.
Throughout the afternoon we had several tastings including ricotta fruit log, cream cheeses, air dried feta, plus feta stored in brine and in oil.
Each had its own flavour, and we soon decided which ones we liked the best. The ricotta fruit log, with chopped dates, wasdelicious-perfectforwine andnibbles.
The process of making curds and the resulting cheese is fascinating and comes with its own technical language but one of the best parts is knowing exactly what is in your cheese compared to store bought products. Andrea also says she finds the process therapeutic.
Afternoonteaincludedacuppa and a slice of homemade
lemon flavoured cheesecake using chevre (fresh goats’ cheese). Andrea’s enthusiasm for home grown and homemade is infectious - she grows the majority of her food for her family and shared her tips and techniques with passion.
To top o the afternoon, we each took home the recipes for both cheeses and a jar of feta cheese in oil with flavourings such as spices, lemon verbena, etcofourchoice.
If making your own cheese is something you’ve always dreamed about doing, then give one of Andrea’s classes a go, you won’t be disappointed. You’ll come away from the afternoon feeling like you’ve had fun, met new people, and learnt a new skill ready to makeyourfirstcheese.
To find your next class, To find your next class, To find your next To find your next visit: urbancheese.co.nz. visit: urbancheese.co.nz.
Andrea Brough demonstrates the art of cheesemaking.
Cutting the feta cheese in preparation for pressing.
...continuedfromfrontpage. ...continuedfromfrontpage. Ring entertainment includes the Young Farmers Head-toHead competition, Dog Race, Brick Wall and Rev N Ride competitions and Clydesdale display. There are trade sites which include, diggers, tractors, trucks and all sorts of machinery. Along with craft sites and plenty of food vendors.
The Malvern Agricultural and Pastoral Association was first established in 1899 and has held a show every year, except for 2020 and 2022, when Covid was at its height. The Association is run by volunteers of the Malvern community and encourages young people to join to enable the association to continue in theyearstocome.
The Malvern A&P Show is a wonderful day out for the community, it provides the perfect opportunity to showcase the Selwyn community whether it be livestock, vegetables, crops, baking, photography or homecraft. There is always plenty of ringside entertainment, trade stands and food stalls, something for everyone.
The Association aims to please all members of the family and looks forward to having a good old catch up with everyone fromthelocalcommunity.
Entry to this year’s show is $15 per adult with children under 16 freeentryplusfreecarparking.
Being able to be the president of this 126th Malvern Agricultural and Pastoral Show this year is a privilege made available to me by having great support from my family andadevotedcommittee.
The show committee have been busy creating an entertaining ‘Rural Fun Day’ outforall.
Reflecting on some of our nation’s semi recent headline
WHO WILL WIN IT!
events it would be very easy for individuals to become cynical, a little self-centred or pessimistic. Taking time out and socializing in the rural air is a good way to reflect on just howluckyweare.
It is amazing the resilience of groups, charities, sporting clubs and other organisations whomanage tokeep operating in our district. Many of these groups operate through necessity, but many also
The David (TD) Anderson Memorial Trophy is awarded to the Supreme Livestock Exhibit. Find out at the Malvern A&P Show at the Award Ceremony in the Main Ring.
operate for comradeship and a sense of wellbeing. For many of these groups to continue, we tend to call upon local businesses and individuals to help support with both financial and voluntary time inputs.Thehurdlesimposedon small groups regarding legislation, banking rules, and public liabilities have increasingly made it more di cult to operate. But it is invigorating to be part of a community organisation that meets these challenges and generously donates time and money to allow the likes of our annualshowtooperate.
I love that we can host the Tasman Region Young Farmers competition as this organisation gives continuity and support to our future rural leaders. It encourages from a young age to learn and compete with confidence. No matterwheretheircareerstake these young participants, I am sure that the values that they pick up from these competitionsareinvaluable.
I invite all generations to be involved in a great piece of our local history whether it be part of our fantastic committee, or being a competitor, exhibitor, volunteer, sponsor or simply coming and enjoying our show on the March 22 and have a fun day out in our rural community.
John Jebson John Jebson –– Patron, Patron, exhibitor and exhibitor and exhibitor and ‘ ‘‘ ‘grumpy guy grumpy guy guy grumpy guy’ ’’ ’ in the Sheep section. in the Sheep section. the Sheep the Sheep 2025 will be the Malvern Shows126thShow.
As one of the Patrons of the Malvern A&P Show, I have been attending the Show since I was a wee boy. My family has beeninvolvedin showingstock for many, many years and it is something both myself and my wife Melissa still continue to do. As a member of the Royal
PATRON’S WELCOME - JOHN JEBSON
Agricultural Society, the Malvern A&P Show celebrates rural excellence and also our area’s rich agricultural heritage.
I can remember from my childhood the great Show days that were had– taking parents around the school section where, as a primer, you entered your first efforts of art and writing, showing them to proud parents and grandparents, graduating to the pet section whether it was a pet lamb or a pet dog. In my case, I had to compete against older siblings as I was number four out of five children. My love for showing grew from there and I have been tied up with the show since those early days. As a child I started exhibiting in the poultry section, was leading dairy calves in the dairy section, and competed against my father in the sheep and root crop
sections – initially trying to beat my father and the Jenkins’ in the turnips and swedes (but tonoavail).
Another memory from my youth was the day after the Show – having fights (with the left-over potatoes and vegetables that were not collected) with the rest of the township kids. This was before the clean-up got underway. A great morningwashadbyall –untilwegotcaught.
The biggest changes that I have seen at the Sheffield Domain, were the loss of a big old shed (prior to the ones there now) and the changes in the numbers of entrants in the various sections. I have also witnessed the rise and fall of various sections at the Show –mohair/angora goats, pigs plus thereusedtobeadairysection attheShow.
Come along to the 126th Show and see what Malvern has to
offer. It is great to welcome the Tasman Young Farmers who are holding their regional final with us this year. We also welcome the Northern South Island Suffolk group who are holding their feature show with us. Many locals put a great deal of time and effort intotheone-dayshow.
Thank you to all the local clubs and organisations that contributetoourcommunity day – the SheffieldandDistrict Volunteer Fire Brigades, St John’s Ambulance volunteers, Sheffield Tennis Club, the local Sheffield Primary School plus other Malvern schools and preschools who create super artworkforpatronstoadmire.
Thanks also to the Darfield High School Rural College studentsandstaffwhoassistat working bees and with stewarding on the day. A big shout out to Dean Chamberlain and Chamberlain Agriculture
plus Guy Bassett Agriculture and Geoff Rogers from High Country Fencing who support the Show year after year in the setting up for the day. Thanks to the Sheffield Garden Club who, year after year, organise the flower section. Without the support of these clubs/ organisations and many individuals, a show like Malvern would struggle to exist.
Congratulations to President Alistair Barnhill alongside administrator ‘extraordinaire’ Rebecca Stewart and the wonderful committee who have worked hard for many months to organise another fabulouscommunityday.
Melissa and I would like to wish the committee all the bestforanothergreatshow. Other patrons for the Association include Donald WrightandEllyMay.
SHEEP SECTION
Convenor Convenor Convenor Convenor- John Jebson and Dene Wason. John Jebson and Dene Wason. John Wason. John Wason.
The Feature classesat thisyear’sShow are the Su olk Ram lamb class and the Su olk Ewe lamb class. We are hoping for entries from throughout Canterbury. These classes are sponsored by the NorthernSouthIslandSu olkBreedersClub.
TheoriginalSu olksweretheresultofcrossingSouthdown rams on Norfolk Horned ewes. In 1913, one ram and six ewes were imported into Canterbury by Mr George Gould to meet specialist requirements in the meat trade of fast growth and high flesh to fat ratio. Steady growth in popularity has seen a rapid progression in flock numbers from 176 ewes in nine registered flocks in 1940 to 360 registered flocks and 17,168 ewes in 1983 and in 2000 now there are 240 registered flocks comprising 19,000 ewes. Su olks are now the most dominant sheep meat breed throughout the world. Su olk cross lambs are ideally suited to today’s trade requirements. They have an excellent lean meat ratio, large eye muscle, well-muscled legs, and succulent, well-textured meat. A Su olk cross lamb is easily identified by having a black face and normally pricked alert ears.
Some of the Su olk breeders in the Malvern area include Andrew and Jackie Adams “Stoneylea Su olks” from Greendale and Annabelle Tripp “Snowden Su olks” from the RakaiaGorge.
This year is the first year that the Royal Agricultural Society has teamed up with sponsorship from Love Racing NZ, in the form of a Thoroughbred series. This class gives thoroughbreds that have raced a new focus. There
are a lot of thoroughbreds that have progressed from the race tracktotheshowring.
Horses in this class must be registered in any recognised Thoroughbred Stud Book, either in NZ or overseas. Sponsorship is in the form of prize money, ribbons and the overall Series winner receives a Garland, Sash, Rug, and the Trophy that is awarded annually at Horse of the Year 2025. Any Show held after 20 February 2025 (which Malvern is) can still be run, and points willgothroughto2026HOY.
The Thoroughbred is a horse breed developed for horse racing. Thoroughbreds are considered "hot-blooded" horses that are known for their agility,speed,andspirit. Judging: 80% Conformation, 20% Paces & Manners. Judges assess each horse on the circle (walk, trot and canter) then
individually horses will be asked to show a good gallop (room permitting)showingtrue Thoroughbred qualities. Judges will then assess each horse individually with saddles removed to assess conformation.
The Love Racing series has been very popular this year throughout New Zealand and Malvern looks forward to running their first Love racing ThoroughbredSeriesclass.
FLOWER SECTION
Convenor Convenor- She eld She eld Garden Club. Garden Club.
The She eld Garden Club is once again looking forward to hosting the Flower section for the A&P Show. Among our range of regular classes, we o er our Decorative class and always look forward to the beautiful creations that come through the door. You don’t need to be competitive or an ‘oldhand’totake part in anyof the flower classes as it’s all about havingfun, givingit a go and learning new skills. Entries will still be taken on Friday, March 21, 4pm to 6pm and on Saturday, March 22 from 7am to 9am – no entries will be accepted after 9am. All entries must be staged no later than 9.20amonShowDay.
This year o ers a special class for Early Learning Centres to grow and enter potted ‘Teddy Bear’ sunflowers. Sunflower seeds, donated by Mr Fothergill’s’ were sent to 10 centreslatelastyear.
Sadly, one of our well-known dahlia judges passed away
earlier this year on February 2. Elaine Fenton had been judging the dahlia section for theshowforthepast10years.
Elaine’s success in hybridising began when she obtained seeds from Cyril Higgo, a fimbriated dahlia specialist in South Africa. She later honoured Mr Higgo by naming what has become one of the most recognisable large fimbriated dahlias in New Zealandin hishonour.Threeof her other dahlias are still grown and exhibited by members of the Dahlia Society – Kaka Beacon, Kaka Copper QueenandKakaLindyLou.
She also bred an unnamed seedling that she put into a national dahlia show competition in Tauranga, which won itsclass.The flower went to the top table and was namedTauranga Jubilee bythe well-known dahlia grower from Britain, Dave Reid, who wasvisitingtheshow.
Elaine served the national society for many years, including on the national
COOKING & PRESERVE
Convenor- Matt and Lydia Gliddon Matt and Lydia Gliddon Matt and Lydia Matt and Lydia Get your pinnys on! The Cooking & Preserves section is o ering fantastic prizes for top bakers and home cooks. Thanks to our generous sponsors, there’s $200 cash up for grabs from Glorious Food for the best rich fruit cake, $100 from Minchins Milling for the best sourdough loaf, a quality tool set from Hawkins River Contracting for the best wedge of bacon and egg pie, and a fabulousprize from Dalethorpe House for bestpreserve.Whether you're a seasoned baker or a first-time competitor, we’d love to seeyourcreations.
managementcommitteeandas SouthIslandsecretary.Shewas a long-standing member of Christchurch and Districts Dahlia Club and in 2001 received the prestigious National Dahlia Society of New Zealandsilverlapelbadge. Elaine and her dahlia expertise will be well-missed from this year’sShow.
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• 10am ShedEntries
Main Ring Events Main Ring Events
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• 12noon DogRace
• 12.15pm Bassett Agriculture, Rev&Ride
• 12.45pm TugofWar
• 1.00pm TasmanYFC Agri-SportsFinal
• 1.30pm RHLBrickWall
• 1.45pm Lollyscramble
• 2.00pm Presentations
• 2.30pm GrandParade& Property BrokersGrand Champions
Special Events
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• 9am-2pmTasmanYFC FieldDay
• 11am GiantPumpkin weigh-in.
• 11am Butchery Demonstration
• 3pm SpeedShear begins
• 4pm GiftLamb Prizegiving
Convenor- Ann Forbes and Catherine Wright. Catherine Wright. Entries are coming in for this year’s Homecraft section. Once again there isa class for a donated knittedbeanie for babiesand smallchildren.Theseneedtobecreatedfrom100%woolandall beanies entered get donated to the Kiwi Family Trust to keep little heads warm and help families who need a hand. Best part? Noentryfee–justyourtime,talent,andkindness. Enter Class 14016. Class 14016. Timeistickingandtheneedlesareclicking. Whetheryouknit,sew,crochetorspin, don'tforgettogetthoseentriesin. Ababybeanieisamust fortheKiwifamilytrust. Lastyearweexceededexpectation, withover100givenindonation. ComeonMalvern,makethosebeanies, let'sbeatthattargetforourteenyweenies.
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UWCC
We’re excited to see everyone at this year’s Malvern A&P Show! Visit the Upper Waikirikiri Catchment Collective tent to sign up as a member and receive a free plant pack, thanks to Riverbank Natives & Rural Natives. Kids can get creative in our colouring competition with excitingprizesup forgrabs.Have a go with our community water testing kit, learn about our upcoming events, and meet the steering group. Come along for a chat and a refreshmenttofindoutwhatUWCCisallabout!
THIRD RAS HONORARY LIFE MEMBERSHIP
Last year at the 2024 NZ Royal Agricultural Society (RAS) Centennial Conference longtime supporter of RAS and Malvern A&P Association
Melissa Jebson was in for the surprise of her life. She was presented with Honorary Life Membershipforherservicesand involvement within the organisation.
While this is hugely special on its own merit, it is also special because Melissa is the third member of the Malvern A&P Association to receive the RAS life membership. No other A&P has had the same number of RAS life memberships awarded totheirassociation.
Previous recipients include the late John Gunn and the late Roger James, both of whom had gone through the Malvern A&P presidencies. John Gunn was
also on the RAS executive and was also president for some time, while Roger James also spent time on the RAS executive.
“The Honorary Life Membership was a really big, huge surprise and completely unknown to me,”saysMelissa.
Melissa’s involvement in the Malvern A&P Association goes way back – to the days when she started horse riding and competing in her early teenage years. She says she did a lot of events including dressage and ended up within the showing movement. She soon met her husband John who showed sheepandcattlewithhisfather, Peter. She joined the Malvern A&P Association in 1990 and was encouraged by the then A&PpresidentDonaldWrightto giveannouncingago.
“He said we need somebody on the microphone, Melissa, you give it a go. And I’ve done it ever since and at other shows and the New Zealand Horse of theYear,”saysMelissa.
However, after a car accident, when her car tyre blew out and shebrokeherneck(C2),shehad to give up riding. So, Melissa took up judging and says, “It’s a wayIcangivebackandIloveit. I don’t judge and announce at the same show because it doesn’twork.”
She moved through the A&P organisation from central level
to district level inspired by Roger James who encouraged her. She had been through presidency and is still a counsellor in the district. She was recruited to go on the RAS executive but decided it wasn’t whereshewantedtobe. WithintheRAS,theorganisation hasRASjudgesandMelissasays she has been on the judges list for30plusyears.
“When a vacancy came up with the New Zealand National JudgesConvenor,Iwasco-opted on and then voted on,” says Melissa. “I really enjoy
mentoring all our district judge convenors.”
As well as Melissa’s background in announcing, judging horses and mentoring judges in New Zealand, she alsogetsinvitedto judge overseas. Her husband, John, is an all breeds sheep judge and they were both invited to judge at the Lincolnshire Show last year in theUK.
She says it’s through the showing movement that they’ve had these trips. “You build friendships with judges – they becomelifelongfriends.”
Melissa Jebson was presented with Honorary Life Membership at the 2024 NZ Royal Agricultural Society (NZRAS) Centennial Conference. She is pictured with current NZRAS president Rachel Walker.
DARFIELD YOUNG FARMERS CLUB
Darfield Young Farmers Club is a social and fun group for young people from She eld to Lincoln. While many members are farmers, you don’t have to be one to join - just have an interest in agriculture andrural life.
One of the club’s most popular events is the annual Bark Up, which brings competitors and dogs from all over Canterbury and further, and raises funds for important organisations like the Westpac Rescue Helicopter and Christchurch NICU. The club hosts regular BBQs and attends quiz nights, providing an opportunity for members to catch up, network, and get o the farm. We run training nights like dog training or an upcoming fencing skills night, and also support local community events and fundraisers that benefitthearea. Beyond farming, the club is
known for its social events, which are a great way to meet new people, unwind, and build friendships. Our club is always welcoming new members and we meeton thefirstMondayof each month, either at Thirsty
AcresinKirweeortheCoalgate Tavern.
You can find out more and out contact us through our us Facebook page or Facebook page or Facebook page Facebook page darfield@youngfarmers.co.nz darfield@youngfarmers.co.nz darfield@youngfarmers.co.nz darfield@youngfarmers.co.nz
Enter at the show 22 March 2025
Members at the 2024 Courtney show. Back row: Josh Burke, Gail Radburnd, Steph Hubbard and Caleb Burke.
Front row: Jasmine Hall and Annabel Basset.
YOUNG FARMER OF THE YEAR
Season 57 of the Tasman Regional Young Farmer of the Year competition will take place at the Malvern A&P Show on March 22. This event features the top eight young farmers in the region, with the winner advancing to grand finalinJuly.
Young Farmers is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting young people in rural communities and helping them grow in the agricultural industry.
The Young Farmer of the Year competition highlights exceptional talent and skills in New Zealand’s agricultural sector. The title is one of the country’s most prestigious honours, awarded to the young farmer who demonstrates outstanding knowledge, skill, andpassionforfarming.
The 2025 Tasman regional final will begin at 8:00am, featuring modules, a Farmlet,
and agrisports challenges throughout the day. The practical day will be followed by an evening show featuring an agriculturalquiz andawards show, where the Season 57 Tasman Regional Young Farmer of the Year will be crowned.
This event provides a platform
for personal growth and celebrates the future of agriculture in New Zealand, showcasing the bright young talents driving the industry forward.
UNDER THE CANCER SOCIETY GAZEBO
The Malvern Cancer Support Group is looking forward to being part of the Malvern A&P Show again this year. They will be hosting the Cancer Society, promoting its services and support for those who are living with a cancer diagnosis and for their families and friends. The group welcomes and invites anyone keen to learn more about the group and the Cancer Society to comeinforachat.
Cancer a ects almost everyone with one in three people in NZ receiving a Cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. So, it is important to understand and a
good reminder to know of the support that is available in Malvern for all stages of a cancer journey. Often the Cancer Society or support is overlooked until one finds itselfwithacancerdiagnosis. Last year the group successfully ran the ‘Bulbs of Hope Campaign’, selling bags ofbeautifulda odilbulbsfrom Hadstock Farm. These will be available again this year with proceeds from the sales staying local. Come along to our site to ‘Win a Bag of Bulbs’ by guessing the number in the jar–withagoldcoinentry.
Under the Cancer Society Under the Cancer Society the Cancer the Cancer Gazebo –– there will be: there will be:
The Cancer Society holds a weekly clinic at the Darfield Library 9.30am12.30pm Tuesdays, where a cancer patient, family or friend can book a time or just drop in for a private chat/session with
the navigator. This service has improved the support, and the client uptake has increased within each of the communities.
‘CanMove’ Exercise/movement sessions are being well supported by women with any stage cancer every Tuesday at 10am in the Selwyn Sports Centre in Rolleston and in the past month a Men’s Blue Brothers session has also begun for men with any stage cancer, held every Tuesday at 2pm in the Selwyn Sports Centre,Rolleston. Both these sessions are supported by a Cancer trained PT taking considerations of each client as they are on the day. The popular chat with a cuppa after the session is a valuable time to connect with others. Years of scientific research has established regular exercise as an invaluable medicine in the management of cancer and to help tolerate and recover from cancertreatments.
The Malvern Cancer Support Group sends its good wishes to the Malvern A&P Show Committee for a successful 126th Show Day and thanks the committee for their generoussupport!
We look forward to seeing you alongontheday.
MALVERN COMMUNITY BOARD UPDATE
The Malvern Community Board (MCB) held its February meeting on Monday, February 24, 2025. Under the direction of the Selwyn District Council (SDC) liaison representative, Mr. Steve Gibling, Executive Director of People and Culture, the Board received an update on the construction of new tennis and netball courts at West Melton. This project aims to enhance recreational facilities for the community, providing high-quality courts to support local sporting activities. The Board was advised that construction is progressingwell.
Head of Recreation and Sport, Mr James Richmond, provided a comprehensive report on aquatic operations. The Darfield Pool has experienced high usage this summer, 20,543 visitsrecordedup to14 February 2025, reflecting strong community engagement with the recently renovated
facility.
It was noted that some 180 submissions have been received regarding the future of the She eld Memorial Pool with 15 persons wishing to speak. These were formally heard on February 27, at the She eld Hall, which provided an opportunity for community voices to be considered in the decision-makingprocess.
Darfield Residents Association
president Mr Harvey Polglase raised the issue of funding and connection to the Darfield and Kirwee Wastewater infrastructure. The Board gave their support to engage with and advocate for the views of those a ected known to the SDC.
Board members will be active in the Malvern Ward in regard to encouraging submissions to: Your Water Done Well, due by 12 March 2025, and the proposed Environment Canterbury bus service trial:
Darfield - Kirwee - West MeltontoRolleston.
The Board remains committed to supporting the development and maintenance of highquality community facilities. Members expressed their appreciation for the engagement of local residents in these discussions and encouraged continued participation in future consultations.
MCB chair Bruce Russell will arrange for the Board to meet to develop the MCB Work Plan 2025/26 and discuss finances. An update will be provided to the March meeting. Bruce acknowledged the support fromMrGibling.
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FEBRUARY RAINFALL REPORT
By Tom Innes. SPRINGFIELD By Tom Innes. By Tom Innes. By Tom Innes.
We measured 37mm against an average 110mm for the month. On average February is our wettest month, but the figures are highly variable. Over the last 19 years the lowest was24mmin2017.The highest was 342mm in 2021, which was only just behind the 388mm we had in May 2021 which gave us the Springfield floods. We won't forget that in a hurry. The last couple of months have been low rainfall months.In fact, onlytwoofthe last twelve months have been above average and ground conditions are very dry. Grass
growth has been very good. I have spoken to several farmers, and they are all very happy, but the garden needed watering, even with good coverings of mulch. It's been a long time since the water tanksoverflowed.
ANNAT by Allan Hogg. ANNAT by Allan Hogg. ANNAT by Allan ANNAT by Allan Rainfall this month was 30.25mm. Rain fell on six days, with another four days of dry southerly, all promise but no kiss. The wettest day was 17.50mm on the February 17, over half the monthly total. The 35-year average for Februaryis65.88mm. Our wettest February was not that long ago – 2022 was 185mm,ourdriestwas2001at 7.75mm. Theyeartodatesare interesting 2025 – 95.75mm, 2024 –70.25mm, 2023 –149.25mm, 2022 –240.75mm, 2021 – 111.50mm, 2020 – 60.75mm, 2019 – 63.25mm,
2018– 316.75mm, 2017– 86.00mm and 2016 – 135.00mm
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LEARN TO PAINT WATERCOLOUR
Canterbury artist Neela Curran’s Lazy Sundays Watercolour Workshops are back this year, with someexcitingnewchangestotheprogramaswell asabeautifulnewfarmhouselocationinRakaia. Lastyear,Neelaconcentratedonbeginners, asshe is keen to help people start their artistic journey, however this year’s schedule is for all levels of abilityandexperience.
She is kicking off the program for people who attended last year, but have not done much practice since then, with a watercolour foundation skillsrefresher.
“The most popular workshops were Watercolour forpeoplewhocan’tpaintordraw”shesays.“Iwas completelybookedout,sothisyear Ihavesettwo lotsofdatesforthat.”
Neelabeganteachingwatercolourin Australia and has featured on television, and in magazines and newspapers. She has taught people with disabilities, mental health and drug and alcohol issues, as well as people in and out of the prison system. She believes that art is a very therapeutic hobby to spend time on, and in particular, watercolour,asithassome specialandfascinating qualities.
paintings. “I send cards and letters to family and friends overseas and now I use calligraphy even whenIaddressenvelopes.”
“You can also do personalised invitations for parties, weddings, and special occasions and it is lovely to write these out yourself, and give it a personal touch, rather than just do everything on acomputer.”
Allmaterialsandrefreshmentsareincludedinthe workshops, which are small class sizes and very friendly.
Neelasays.“Iwantmyworkshopstobenurturing, fun, relaxed, informalbut informative.People can choose whether to paint or not, nobody is forced to do anything, and last year, many people just watched.”
Neelafeelshersuccessinteachingisbecauseshe never forgets what it’s like to be a beginner and struggle with painting and drawing, and she explains everything in easy-to-understand language.
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Some new additions to the program are painting en plein air, which is painting out in the open, as well as gestural line drawing with watercolour wash, and brush pen lettering and calligraphy madeeasy.
“I have poems that go with some of my paintings andwhen Iincorporated wordingintomyartwork, the lettering looked terrible,” she says. “I also was developingmycityscapesandneededtobeableto write street signage and shop signs and it was clear that my handwriting wasn’t good enough for this.”
TheBrushPenletteringandcalligraphyworkshops would also be suitable for anyone wanting to just do beautiful handwriting, and not necessarily for
“I demonstrate everythingand explain everything asitishappening,”shesays.“WhatIlovethemost is when something amazing happens with the interaction of paper, colour and water, and people’s faces just light up.Even though I like all the mediums, I really feel that watercolour just hasthatcompletewowfactor.”
It’s been a fantastic weekend of bowls for the Darfield Bowling Club. Last Sunday, the Darfield Over 60s men’s triples team – Ashley Paul, Bruce Currie and John Quigley – was successful in winning the Canterbury Triples title. Bob Shorter was runner-up for the Over 60s Canterbury Singles title.
Sixteen teams of four from the Canterbury region competed in theevent.
Sunday also saw the annual Kevin Hickman Retirement Village Tournament take place with a full complement of 16 teams with Gavin Lea’s team provingsuccessfulontheday.
Club captain John Quigleysays,
“The support from the Selwyn business district in providing prizeswasfantastic.”
Saturday saw Darfield’s Hazel Littlejohn and Liz Hamilton win the Malvern Ladies Pairs title in a close game against theKirweeladies’team.
Bowls Darfield would like to
greatly thank the following businesses for their support in providing prizes for theSundaytournament: DarfieldFourSquare,Darfield Auto, Gnomes,PGGWrightson, Grain&Grape,VetEntDafield, Intelligro,Ravensdown, JustgoodfoodandKatsTyres.
Darfield Bowling Club team John Quigley, Bruce Currie and Ashley Paul won the Canterbury Centre title for the 60s Men’s Triples.
SORE BUTT TOTALLY WORTH IT
Dawn Ballagh, from Hororata, would like to thank everyone who sponsored her for Move Your Butt bowel cancer fundraiser. She raised $5773 forBowelCancerNewZealand.
On her fundraising page, she says, “You absolute legends!
Thanks to your support (and my legs, which may never forgive me), I smashed 1,000km in February. That’s a lot oftime inthe saddle …let’s just say sitting comfortably is nowadistantmemory.”
Dawn was one of many who helped raise a whopping $1.5 millionforBowelCancerNZ.
Bowel Cancer NZ receives no government funding. The organisation provided Dawn with counselling, a nutritionist, andphysiovisitswhen she was first diagnosed with bowel cancer. She now mentors other ‘young’ (under 50s) bowel cancer patients. Dawn says the nurse contact from Bowl Cancer NZ has been invaluable if she is unable to find solutions for those she is in contactwith.
“I’m really proud of the achievements of the 10,000 participants of Move Your Butt this year in raising 1.5 million.
That’s real impact, real change, and real proof that my questionable life choices (like cycling this much) were totally worth it. So, from my tired legs, sore butt, and grateful heart –thankyou!”
Last week I travelled to Vietnam with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and a delegation of New Zealand businesses. Vietnam is a rapidly growing economy with a huge population looking for our high-quality products and services. While there, the PM formally upgraded the trade partnership between our two countries- which is great news for farmers and growers across Selwyn, giving our food products greater access, but also for our education providers, given more Vietnamese students can come here to continue their higher learning. Trade is a critical factor to growing New Zealand’s wealth so we’re working at pace to build our footprintsaroundtheworld. Meanwhile, Selwyn’s demand for teachers in schools is a
need reflected nationwide.
Incentives in the immigration process have now been streamlined and from March 26, skilled primary teachers from o shore will have a fasttrack process to residency –supporting the growth in teaching resources available for schools across the country.
Parents of primary-aged children make up a significant portion of Selwyn and this investment into our education system and our enhanced curriculum can provide confidence to those families knowing our students are set upforsuccess.
Confidence from farmers equals a resilient economy.
The latest Federated Farmers Farm Confidence Survey shows a 68-point surge in farmer confidence, Selwyn being home tomanyofthese primary
industry contributors only adds to my momentum in ensuring the long-term success of the rural sector. Our focus remains on supporting our farmers through growing our industries by removing red tape, backing innovation, and investing in the capability of our rural communities.
On the topic of productivity, we have announced the Public Works Act overhaul. New Zealand having a productivity crisis and critical infrastructure deficit due to discrepancies in our legislation is unacceptable – and stops now. Our reform will ensure that complex barriers in regulation are removed. This will enable e cient development to support New Zealanders in building a ordable homes, accessing improved public servicesandjobopportunities.
Back here in Selwyn, I have been visiting businesses and meeting with residents across the district to hear what is working, and what else can be done to continue to drive improvement in the areas most importanttoSelwyn.
As always, my o ce is open Monday to Friday, from 10am to 4pm. Feel free to drop by anytime if you need assistance orhaveanyquestions.
Dawn Ballagh
Nicola in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
NO MORE OLIVERS AT HORORATA PRIMARY SCHOOL
OLIVER HISTORY
For the first time since Hororata Primary School’s establishment in 1870, when the school bell rang on Monday,March3,2025,therewerenoOliversonsite.
The Oliver family’s connection to Hororata Primary School dates back to its founding. They arrived from England in 1857 aboard the Glentanner and, by 1860, had settled at what is now known as Springhead, Hororata. The school originally stood at the end of Downs Road until it was destroyed by fire in 1914. It was then relocated to its present site in 1915. Additionally, a private school, run by two teachers, once operated at Emu Creek—near the end of whatisnowCotonsRoad.
Over the years, the Olivers played a significant role in the school's leadership. Mr Herbert Oliver served as School Committee Chairperson from 1906 to 1908, followed by Mr. W.R. Oliver (1938–1941), Mr. A. Oliver (1953–1962), andMr.S.A.Oliver(1985–1987).
Their deep commitment to the school was evident during the 150th Anniversary celebrations, where Rod Oliver chaired the committee, with four other Olivers actively involved.
The most recent Oliver descendants to attend Hororata Primary, Luke and Lilly (sixth generation), finished in 2022. However, Penny Oliver (known as Mrs O by students throughout the years), married to Stuart Oliver (fourth generation), son of Allan and Betty (third generation), remained a constant presence at the school. She began as school secretary in August 1983 and continued in the role untillastweek.
PennystartedatHororataPrimarySchoolinAugust1983.
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FAREWELL WISHES
Hororata Primary School held a special assembly for Penny on her final day and she was presented with flowers, gifts and baking as well as a lotofhugsfromthechildren.
Last Friday a group organised a Community Potluck Dinner at the Hororata hall and over 200 people attended to wish Penny well in her retirementandtothankherforallthe community work she has done over theyears.
Penny arrived in style, as a passenger in a late model Jaguar (she did get to drive it herself for a while) and was greetedbypastandpresent-communitymembers,staff,PTAmembers,students,familyandfriends. After the shared meal there were speeches starting with MC Will Freeman followed by Ollie Blackburn. Both of these young men where ex-pupils of the school and spoke highly of Penny. They both commented on how they sometimes tried to get in trouble in class as the consequence was to gotoMrsO’soffice andsit on the bean bag.Theycommentedthat MrsOwouldsit andchat awayto themandtellthemfunnystoriesandtheyweredisappointedwhentheir‘time-out’wasover.
Tim Cookson also spoke fondly of Penny, as his family had been involved with Hororata Primary School and they were on many committees together. He mentioned the amount of time and dedication she gave to community events and groups and listed over a dozen committees she had been involved with – many that she joined at the time to support the hobbies of her own children (Jan Thomas – editor ofMalvern News andDee Oliver). He also commentedthat in 42 yearsofwork sheonlyhadonesick-dayandhad240daysowing.
Hororata Primary School principal Marty Gameson (Mr G) also spoke of the many years that they had worked together and how much he respected her – alluding to the fact that Penny often acted as if shewasthe‘principal’.
Cindy Driscoll from Hororata Community Trust spoke on behalf of all the community members and readoutallthemessagesfromthosewhowereunabletoattendandapoem.
Ex principal Gary Hildyard and ex relieving principal teacher Lee Golding (the original Mr G) highlighted a few entertaining memories from the past as well as voicingahugethankyoutoPenny.
The evening finished with fantastic music by Nick Scarlett and a chance for people to mingle and reminisce.
While the daily presence of Olivers at Hororata Primary may be coming to an end, the family eagerly anticipates theschool's175thcelebrationsin2045.
Hororata will still be known an Oliver-rata for years to come.
Robyn and her family sincerely thank all of you who attended and supported us at Brian’s Memorial Service, Trinity Church on Monday, 24 February 2025.
Brian would have been blown way by the number of you who joined with us to celebrate his colourful and eventful life! We truly appreciate all the heartfelt messages and cards, beautiful flowers, numerous phone calls and visits. We are also, very grateful for the love, support, understanding and kindness from our community towards Brian – both prior to and since he moved to Elmscourt on Middlepark. Brian was kept up to date with our local happenings and enjoyed having visits from our friends. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Robyn
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