JUNIOR ALPINE SKI RACING
On Sunday, August 18, 2025, Porters Alpine Resort came alive with excitement as it hosted the Year 1–6 & 7–8 Ski School Local Derby Championships. Young skiers from local schools took to the slopes with determination, ready to conquer a challenging open giant slalom course designed to test both skill and teamspirit. Each team, made up of four skiers, competed for podium positions in a format that emphasised consistency and
collaboration. Every participant completed two runs, with the three fastest times from each team combined to determine the final score. The team with the lowest total time emerged victorious, proving that teamwork was just as vital as speed.
The event was dedicated exclusively to alpine skiing, with only traditional ski gear permitted - no snowboards or telemark equipment allowedensuring fair and focused competition. The course itself
was crafted by Porters’ race coach and ski school sta , specifically tailored to suit primary-aged competitors. On race day, the setup was finetuned based on snow and weather conditionstoensurea fun, safe, and competitive experience.
A lively crowd of supporters
lined the course, cheering on the young athletes as they raced with passion and precision.Theatmospherewas electric, celebrating the spirit of youth racing and the next generation of alpine talent on theslopesofPorters.
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Brockton Kerr, a name to look out for in the future, won the fastest over-all time.
FINDING STRENGTH AND BALANCE THROUGH BREATHWORK
Awaken Your Power is a transformational breathwork experience being held on Sunday, September 7, at OStudioinRolleston.
In this experience, you will learnhowtoreleaseemotional and physical tension, reclaim your clarity and calm, access your subconscious for healing and insight, feel more grounded, energised, and present, and learn a tool you can return to anytime. You’ll leave not only transformed but empowered. Breathwork is a powerful resource you can use for the restofyourlife.
Co-owners Charlie Butler and Ashlley McIntosh work with ambitious, purpose-driven women who have it all together on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck and quietly unfulfilled on the inside. Having both been there ourselves, going from burnt business owner and mums to smallchildrenjugglingitall,to a life that feels aligned and fulfilling.
The duo draws on their own experiences as well as blending mindset and emotional mastery, nervous system regulation and traumainformed practices like breathwork into a powerful coaching approach. Their approach isn't about adding more strategies or hacks to an already overflowing plate. It’s
about redefining success in a way that allows women to thrive in both ambition and wellbeing.
Women who work with Charlie and Ash experience deep and lasting shifts, releasing pressure of perfectionism and reclaiming a sense of ease, move from burnout and overthinking into clarity, confidence and grounded presence, reconnect with their
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New Image Hair Salon, Darfield, has been named one of five finalistsin theNZHA Professional Hairdressing Business Awards, sponsored by Salon Owners Collective. Owner Chloe Colee said she was thrilled to see the salon recognised among the nation’s leading businesses.
Winners will be revealed at the NZHA Gala Dinner at Te Pae, Christchurch on 2 November 2025. The New Zealand Hair Awards—broughttoyoubyHair & BarberNew Zealand(H&BNZ) — celebrate the talent and achievements of competitive hairdressersandbarbers;H&BNZ has supported the industry with creative and competitive platformsformorethan60years. ANCHOR A2DISCONTINUED ANCHOR ANCHORA2DISCONTINUED A2DISCONTINUED ANCHOR A2DISCONTINUED Fonterrawillceaseproductionof Anchor A2 milk by September 1, 2025. The organic milk range wasdiscontinuedSeptemberlast year due to limited sales. This decision follows a new agreement with The A2 Milk Company, which will secure supply of A1 protein-free milk from Fonterra’s North Island factory after acquiring Yashili’s Pōkeno facility. Fonterra is shifting focus to lactose-free dairy products, expanding its Anchor Zero Lacto line in response to strong market growthinthissegment.
Ash and Charlie enjoy helping people take
EXCITING NEW COMPETITION FOR COURTENAY A&P SHOW
HOBBY HORSE HOBBYHORSE HORSE COMPETITION COMPETITION COMPETITION COMPETITION
This year, the Courtenay A&P Show is holding an inaugural Hobby Horse Competition to help celebrate the Show’s 150th anniversary on Saturday, November22,2025.
Just like real horses, hobby horses come in di erent breeds, colours and sizes and can suit riders of all ages. The idea is to encourage urban and ruralkidswhodon’thaveareal pony to enter and get involved.
Hobbyhorses(or other animals on sticks) can be homemade, borrowed or purchased. The aim is for riders to just have some fun leading up to the event by creating their horse, spending some time training, and having a great time showing o their skills on the day.
Classes include four years and under, five to eight years, nine to 12 years, and 13 years and over (with no age limit). Prizes will be awarded for best presented and the obstacle
course. Best presented will be open to the judge's choice but may also include a combination of both the best horse and the most entertainingrideroutfit.
Hobby horse event popularity has surged globally since the 2010s, evolving from a children's play activity to a serious sport with events like show jumping, dressage and eventing. Finland is credited with popularising it, featuring large-scale events and a significant community, while the 2017 film Hobbyhorse Revolution brought the activity to mainstream attention. Today, the sport is gaining traction worldwide, with new events emerging and participants combining athleticism with creativity. In New Zealand, there is a Facebook page dedicated to sport,HobbyHorsingNZ. Registration for the A&P event isfreeandcanbemadeonline, and judging commences at 11amonshowday.
PET EXPO GREAT SUCCESS
Canterbury pet owners turned out in droves to attend the Selwyn Pet Expo last Sunday. The was a happy and friendly affair with a large range of animal related stalls including food, clothing, photography, and pet care products available for sale. Some live animals were a big attraction including dogs (including an albino Great Dane), cats, and for the kids, big and small, a petting corner with calves, baby rabbits, a pig, goats, and guinea pigs.
PET LAMB COMPETITION PET
• A chance to win cash prizes, ribbonsandtrophies.
• Free entry, age based classes.
• New for our 150th show - a Special Feature Breed Class, for lambs with Texel breeding.
• Judgingbeginsat10am.
COCKTAIL PARTY COCKTAILPARTY PARTY 150showsdeservesaparty!
Join the committee on Friday, October 3 for an evening of stories and celebration as they raise a glass to 150 Courtenay A&P shows. This event is a chance to dress up and reminisce together on shows been.
Each ticket includes two complimentary drinks and a selection of canapés. Also included is an entry into the ra e on the night - including the chance to win a balloon ride for two from Ballooning Canterbury. Visit the Courtenay A & P Show facebook page to findticketdetails.
To find more information or To find more information or To find To find to enter exhibits/trade sites exhibits/trade sites visit: courtenayshow.org.nz visit: visit:courtenayshow.org.nz courtenayshow.org.nz visit: courtenayshow.org.nz
Kieran Heenan
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WOMEN’S GRAVEL RIDE
If you’ve been meaning to get back on that bike and have a bit of fitness under your belt then the Women’s She eld Gravel Ride on this Sunday, August 31, could be just the thingtogetyoustarted.
The ride leaves from She eld School at 10am sharp and covers around 56km with just under 500m of climbing, taking in She eld, Whitecli s, Glentunnel, Hororata (café stop), and Coalgate, before returning to She eld to finish withpiesfortheprize.Theride is suitable for gravel, MTB, or e-bikes.
Organiser Emma-Jane Lambie says the ride is aimed at women of all levels. “From thosenewtogravelthroughto more experienced riders who wanttocomealongforasocial spin. It’s a social-paced, nocost ride except if people wish to buy food at our cafe stops and we make sure no one gets leftbehind.”
Emma-Jane is the female riders’ captain for the North
Canterbury Cycling Club. She organises regular women’s rides, which can be anything from gravel to single track.
“Sometimes we stay on our home turf, and other times we head further afield to bring in the wider community. This way, women who might not have people to ride with can join us, and we love to support local towns and businesses alongtheway.”
Shesaystheinspirationbehind the ride is to build confidence and community for women in cycling – making it fun, supportive, and welcoming, while also giving local ladies a chance to connect and explore
thebeautifulgravelroadsright ontheirdoorstep.
“For this ride, all that’s needed is a little bit of fitness, a spare tube, and the appropriate clothing – consider wearing bright clothing.Theseridesare weatherdependent.”
Emma-Jane is an endurance cyclist who has been through some hard times and understands the struggles women face when it comes to starting or getting back into activities.
“Because of that, I hope to show that it is possible to get out there, believe in yourself, and find strength through community.”
SKI FIELDS CLOSED
Last week Temple Basin announced it was abandoning effortstoopenforthe2025ski season after not getting enough snow. Now Mr Cheesemanhasmadethesame decision - the first time it has notopenedsinceWorldWarII.
Mount Cheeseman ski field’s management has made the hard decision to close its ski field operations for the 2025 winter due to limited snow to safely and effectively operate the mountain and the need to
preserve financial management and staff; however, the business is now looking ahead to winter 2026 and is already planning its 100th birthday in 2029.
In a news update, staff were praised for “taking all opportunities that mother nature has dealt us but in fairness to them, after nearly two months, this is the best optionforusnow.”
It also went on to say that “in regard to the primary and
intermediate school races, we are working on running these races at another local ski area and should be in a position to announce the details on this next week, so stay tuned.”
The mountain’s two lodges are still open for weddings, schools, birthdays and other events.
TempleBasinisalsoabletohost anyone looking for a weekend away, with excellent hiking and skitouringoptions.
It is just the fourth time in the club’shistorythatithasnotbeen able to open for a season, the others being in the1980s, 2007 and2020.
Temple Basin, in Arthur’s Pass, employs 10 staff, all of whom liveonthemountain.
The club is now considering climate resilience plans and more summer operations to reduceitsrelianceonsnowfall. Currently Mount Olympus, Mount Hutt, Porters and Craigieburn Valley ski fields remain open for the season. For daily updates on open ski fields, visit their respective websites.
Limited snow has forced the early closure of Mount Cheeseman ski field.
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JUNIOR ALPINE RACING AT ITS BEST
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Darfield Primary School Year 5 studentBrocktonKerr(pictured on the front page) won Fastest Boy for Year 1-6 at the Porters championships.
Brockton, son of Leith and Ally Kerr, owners of Gnomes - The Ski Experts, started skiing when he was around 20 months old just gliding between his parents’ legs, By thefollowingseason,agedjust two and a half, he was skiing properly.
This year he competed on the same course as the Year 7-8s with his time proving faster thantheoldercompetitors.
His mother says, “Going fast is one thing Brockton loves, his second run was slower for him butstillprettyfast.”
Brockton's second run still would have him placed first overall. His Darfield Primary School team mate Blake Smith (Year 6) recorded the second fastesttime.
RESULTS RESULTS
Year Year Year Year 1 11 1––6 6 6 Boys: Boys:Boys: 1st: OhokaSnowStormers 2nd=:SpringersSpeedySliders OhokaFrostyFlyers
Year Year 1 11 1––6 6 Girls: Girls: 1st: OhokaPowderPuffs
Year Year Year 1 11 1––6 6 6 Mixed: Mixed: 1st: DarfieldOne 2nd: DarfieldTwo 3rd: HororataPowderPuffs
Year Year 7 77 7––8 8 8 Boys: 1st: DHSSlopeShredders
Year Year Year Year 7 77 7––8 8 8 8 Girls: Girls:Girls: Girls: 1st: DHSFrostQueens
2nd: DHSBlitzers
Year Year Year Year 7 77 7––8 8 8
Mixed: Mixed: 1st: OhokaChillChasers
Year Year 1 1––6 6 6 Fastest Time: Fastest Boy: BrocktonKerr
DarfieldPrimary Girl: EvieStevenson
DarfieldPrimary Year Year 7 7––8 8 8 Fastest Time: Fastest Boy: SamStringerDHS Girl: LillieMorris DHS
Brockton trains three days a week with the Porters race team and his coach, Tawny Wagsta , and often gets a fourth day on the snow depending on weather and time.
Hisfavouritethingaboutskiing is “just skiing” and “being in themountains.”
Brockton says, “I would like to be a freeride skier when I get older, but race training skiing ismakingmeabetterskier.”
Brockton is definitely a skier to watchinthefuture.
Darfield Primary School Mixed Year 1-6 Team One won their grade. Team members from left: Blake Smith, Evie Stevenson, Brockton Kerr and Jed Warman.
Darfield Primary School Mixed Year 1-6 Team Two were runners-up Team members from left: Max Smith, Reuben Smith, Theo McLeod and Willa Dickens.
MALVERN NETBALL WIN SELWYN GRADE
Winners of the Selwyn Netball Grade 5 - Malvern Green Pictured Back L-R: Natalie Peters (Manager), Bella Shearer-Jones, Maddi McPhee, Inez Peters-Busch, Keira Jacobs, Anzel Nel, Libby Roberts, Dee Oliver (Coach). Charlotte Rhodes, Isla Messerer, Chloe Crequer and Lilly Oliver.
Malvern Netball had a strong season in the Selwyn Netball Competition, entering four teams across the grades. Three ofthoseteamsmadeitthrough to the semi-finals, with two teams progressing all the way tothefinals.
Malvern Green Malvern MalvernGreen Green Malvern Green
The Green team played a nailbiter against a strong West Melton side in their final. After finishing regular time in a draw,thegamewentintoextra time — five minutes each way.
The girls held their nerve in the intense atmosphere and came away with a thrilling one -goal victory. Coach Dee Oliver and Manager Natalie Peters were immensely proud, crediting the win to the team’s unity, trust, and the way they looked after each other on court.
Malvern Orange Malvern MalvernOrange Up against a sharp and welldrilled Rolleston College side, theOrangeteamcouldn’t quite find their rhythm in the final.
SAM PARTINGTON EXCELS
Congratulations to Sam Partington from Bangor Pony Club for her outstanding achievements. She recently competed as part of the NZPCA team in the international exchange, securing an impressive third place. Additionally, she represented New Zealand at the Mounted Games World Championships, where her team placed sixth out of 12 international teams. They were the only team on borrowed ponies to reach the A final, and they even won the last race in the final –an incredible achievement. Sam was lucky to ride the same pony as last year, while the rest of the team had their ponies randomly drawn.
Whileitwasn’ttheendingthey were hoping for, the Centre is incredibly proud of them for reaching the finals stage and showing heart throughout the season.
Malvern Black Malvern MalvernBlack Black Malvern Black Competing in Masters Grade 2, the Black team was thrilled to make the semi-finals — especially after moving up from Masters 3 the previous year. That progression alone shows how far the team has come, and they were happy to celebratethatachievement.
Malvern White Malvern MalvernWhite White
Our Masters 1 White team had a tough competitions, facing opponents filled with players who could easily compete at Prem 1 level. Despite the challenges, they battled hard and represented the club with prideallseason.
A huge congratulations to all our players, coaches, and managers. It’s been a fantastic year for Malvern Netball — full of growth, excitement, and plentytocelebrate!
Sam Broughton
My principal place of residence is in the Selwyn District Councilarea.
Kiaora.
Candidates for Mayor (1 Vacancy)
I love Selwyn and I’m proud to serve as your independent Mayor.
I’ve focused on delivering real, tangible progress, better roads, upgraded water networks, and new sports and community facilities delivered on time, on budget, and without losing sight of what makes Selwyn special.
to give you a voice, listening to what matters and making council work better for our communities.
I’ve always believed my job is
Selwyn is thriving. We’ve kept housing a ordable, backed local jobs, and helped 2,000 new businesses launch in just 3,000days.
Lydia Gliddon
My principal place of residence is in the Selwyn District Councilarea.
I’mstanding for Mayor because Selwyn deserves leadership that listens, empowers, and delivers. I believe in working
alongside our community to strengthen trust and transparency in council decision making. When people are heard and processes are open,weallbenefit.
My background in business and agriculture gives me a grounded perspective, and
my time on Council has proven mycommitmenttoSelwyn.
I’ve served on the front lines of community conversations and understand the pressures our residents face. I’m committed to putting people first.
Selwyn is growing rapidly, and
with that growth comes responsibility. We must ensure growth pays for growth, rates are fair, and community voices are genuinely valued, notjustwhenconvenient.
I want to see councillors empowered to do their jobs, budgets properly scrutinised,
I don’t like rate rises any more than you do, but after years of inflationandunderinvestment, increases were unavoidable. I am committed to future rates risesbeingbelow7%.
With 8 out of 10 Councillors steppingdown,nowisthetime forprovenmayoralleadership.
I am ready to keep delivering success for Selwyn, and appreciateyourvote.
samforselwyn@gmail.com 021 043 9284 021 043 9284
All candidates
• BROUGHTON, Sam (Independent)
• GLIDDON, Lydia (Independent)
• MANNERING, Brad
and the public involved everystepoftheway.
I’ll bring back principled, people first leadership that restores trust in local government.
lydiaformayor@gmail.com lydiaformayor@gmail.com lydiaformayor@gmail.com lydiaformayor@gmail.com 027 725 4152 027 4152
Sharon Hunt
My main residence has been in the Selwyn District for over 36 years, and over 30 years experience in Finance, I am deeply committed to making this community a better place to live. I've run a rewarding business for 9 years dedicated tohelpingindividualspurchase their own homes and being financially secure. My goal is toenhanceresident’squalityof life by promoting transparency within council process, a
District at Large (2 Vacancies)
positive culture, and mutual respect within the Community and local Council. I am also dedicated to stimulating local business growth through sincere receptiveness, stability and listening to residents needs regardless of their location rural or urban while working collaboratively to ensure Selwyn is athriving and welcoming place for everyone inthefuture.
sharon@sharonhunt.nz sharon@sharonhunt.nz 027 433 9752 027 433 9752
MEET THE CANDIDATES EVENING
Rural Women NZ has a proud history of being at the heart of rural communities and seeks to ensure they are connected and thriving. With the Local Body Elections fast approaching, the Darfield-Glenroy Branch of Rural Women will again be hosting a Meet theCandidatesEvening.
All the Mayoral, Tawera Malvern Candidates andCandidatesatLargehavebeeninvitedto introduce themselves to the community and to speak about their vision for the District and what they will focus on if elected. There willbeopportunitiesfor writtenquestionsof all the candidates attending and a chance to chat with them informally at the end of the evening.
Do come along on Thursday, 4 September at 7.30pm to the Darfield Primary School Hall, 16 Ross Street, so your vote in the elections canbeaninformedone.
All candidates
• HUNT, Sharon
• MACKENZIE, Barry (Independent)
• MACLEOD, Tracey (Independent)
• PAYNE, Calvin (Independent)
• SAMUEL, Samantha (Independent
• WILSHIRE, Samuel
Calvin Payne
My name is Calvin Payne and I am running for one of the two @ Large Councillor opportunities in the 2025 election as an Independent candidate. I have been a member of New Zealand Institute of Directors for the past three years and I am part oftheircontinuingprofessional development training scheme. Ihavealsohadtheprivilegeof representing the Malvern Community from West Melton to Arthurs Pass as an elected
member on the Malvern Community Board. The Community Board advocates for the community and supports an important communication link to Council.
I have been developing links with Council sta to support community projects and resolve issues on the ground e ciently.
My business has supplied support to major New Zealand projects over the last two decades including: Te Kaha, Tūranga, Christchurch Town Hall, Civic O ces, New
Integrated Airport Terminal and Control Tower as well as theDunedinStadium.
If elected, during year one on Council my objectives will be to reduce rate rises, review the water services company, accelerate road repairs and promote e ective elected representation by improved consultation.
Vote Calvin Payne – Know Payne–KnowGain.
calvin.payne@selwynlife.nz calvin.payne@selwynlife.nz calvin.payne@selwynlife.nz calvin.payne@selwynlife.nz
Tawera Malvern Ward (1 Vacancy)
Sharn Nu’u
My principal placeof residence is in the Tawera Malvern Ward area.
Withabackgroundinanalytics, corporate strategy, and project delivery, I bring a clear, pragmatic lens to local government. I currently serve on the Malvern Community Board, and until recently was a trustee of a youth trust. I have a proven record of engaging with our community through schools, sports, youth and culturalinitiatives.
I’mproudtocallMalvernhome — raising a family here and contributing through voluntary roles that reflect my deep
commitment to this place and its people. My professional skill set complements my grassroots involvement, giving me the tools to assess issues thoughtfullyandact decisively.
I’m standing for Council to o er strong local leadership — someone who understands both the numbers and the human impact behind every decision. Malvern needs a voice that’s informed, accessible,andreadytolead.
Vote Sharn Nu’u – A strong advocate for Malvern. Committed to community. Focusedonwhatmatters.
sharn.nuu@gmail.com
021 174 7251 021 174 7251 021 174 021 174
John Verry
It has been a privilege to serve on the Malvern Community Board. As Deputy Chair I have worked alongside residents and community to deliver results. Through strong community engagement practical solutions have been found. When ratepayers rejected ‘footing-the-bill’ for the costly ECan bus trial, I looked for an a ordable alternative — the Malvern Community Vehicle Trust weekly shopping shuttle trial —isdeliveringatnoadditional costtoratepayers.
With having postgraduate qualifications in education and
environmental management, a Master of Laws, and experience providing legal services for councils, I understand both the detail and the big picture. I know how council decisions impact ratepayers and households and howtokeep localvoicesat the decision-makingtable. Asyourcouncillor,Iwill prioritise:
• Cuttingwastefulspending andkeepingrates a ordable.
• Maintenanceofroads,core infrastructure,and communityfacilities.
• RebuildtrustinSDCthrough transparencyand accountability.
• Ensuregrowthpaysfor growththroughfair developmentcontributions. I opposed the Water Services CCO and Council’s failure to consult on the Annual Plan— because both stripped away accountability. I will continue to front up with straight answers and push for evidence -based decisions that put our communitiesfirst.
All candidates
• NU'U, Sharn
• VERRY, John
Candidates for Malvern Community Board Hawkins Subdivision (3 Vacancies)
Evan Frew
My principal place of residence is in the Hawkins Subdivision of the Malvern Community Boardarea.
I grew up in Darfield and went to school here. On leaving school I started work at Frews Transport where I stayed for the next 40 years progressing fromo ceboytoCEO.
My Local Body experience includes: Malvern County Councillor for 12 years with 2 as Deputy Mayor; Selwyn District Councillor and Finance chair for 6 years; Director of several Council-owned businesses
including Sicon; Acted for Council for first Izone land purchase.
My Aims: I believe that the ratepayers of SDC have to be governed by a more democratic model. This can be achieved,in our community,by the SDC giving the Malvern Community Board broad and clearly delegated responsibilities.
I believe rate increases must align with the rate of inflation. If this is not possible then Council must reduce its service andcoststoachievethisgoal. evanfrew73@gmail.com
Candidates for Malvern Community Board Hawkins Subdivision (3 Vacancies)
Erin Brodie
My principal place of residence is in the Hawkins Subdivision of the Malvern Community Boardarea.
If elected to the Malvern Community Board my commitmentwillbetofightfor those without a voice, to stand on the street and meet you where you live and work and where you hold your dreams. If needed I will be that lone voice and will not give up asking the tough questions. So who am I? At 63yrs I'm a retired Social Worker, mother of five, dog lover, chook owner and 'sheep whisperer'. A member of the Darfield Residents Association, the Malvern Writers Cafe and the She eld Book Club. Like you I callthiscommunity'home' and
Wayne Lawson
My principal place of residence is in the Hawkins Subdivision of the Malvern Community Board area. I am a Chartered Engineer & Project Manager, with over 45 years experience in Commercial Construction Projects.
I graduated from University of Liverpool & worked in the UK for many years before migrating to NZ in 2001. In NZ my first role was with Sicon,
based in Darfield. I later joined CDHB, working on many projects including Christchurch Womens Hospital & early design stages on the new Burwood & Christchurch Hospital redevelopments.
During that period I also had a small role in the design of the DarfieldMedicalCentre.
Subsequently I worked for Lincoln University, responsible for new construction projects, including two new science
facilities with a combined budget of $100M, both now operational.
We live in Darfield, previously in Kirwee (with a role on the Township Committee) and WestMelton.
Now retired, I hope my experience can assist the Community Board in representing community concernswithSDCsta . wayne.lawson@xtra.co.nz wayne.lawson@xtra.co.nz 0 00 02 22 27 77 7 2 22 21 11 13 33 6 61 11 18 88 83 33 3
although we may not always see eye to eye I will take your voice to the Board and Council table and work tirelessly for honest, transparent and accountable outcomes. With your vote we may not always win but together we will not be ignored, forgotten or left behind.
rugrats5@xtra.co.nz rugrats5@xtra.co.nz
Gideon Pieters
My principal place of residence is in the Hawkins Subdivision of the Malvern Community Boardarea.
Growing up in a rural community like Darfield, and having lived in Christchurchfor 29 years, made me realise how much alike rural communities are. Moving into the Selwyn District had a feel of going home. As an import to New Zealand, this country has o eredmemuch,andit istime for metoo er somethingback. I spend my life in the software industry, working internationally and exclusively
All candidates:
• BRODIE, Erin (Independent)
• FREW, Evan
• LAWSON, Wayne (Independent)
• PEACOCK, Alan (Independent)
• PIETERS, Gideon
• SAMUEL, Samantha (Independent)
focused on manufacturing and construction businesses. The skills you build up in working with di erent industries and di erent cultures are largely transferable. Serving the Malvernward,willbebasedon building environments that are focused on principles of selfgovernance, liberty and stewardship. Having done some coaching and mentoring, I do believe that most people knowwhatneedstobedoneor worked on. My job will be assist and facilitate that within the parameters set for our ward.027 535 8494 027 8494 027 gideon.pieters@icloud.com
Candidates for Kā Puna Springs Ward (3 Vacancies)
Tim Pow
My principal place of residence is in the Kā Puna Springs Ward area.
I am Tim Pow, proud to call Selwyn home, with deep roots stretching from Darfield to Weedons. Raised on a family farm, I’ve inherited a practical, hands-on approach to challenges—a No. 8 wire mindset that believes every problemhasasolution.
My professional journey has equipped me with experience working alongside local and central government, government agencies, and everyday community members.
best for Selwyn, and represent your interests with integrity and energy. I am committed to being a strong, independent voice for our district, ensuring our communities thrive now and into the future. Lets do this, Together Better. Vote Pow!
tgpow@xtra.co.nz tgpow@xtra.co.nz 027 660 4783 660 4783
All candidates:
• BARNSLEY, Sarah
• CARRICK, Denise (Independent)
• MCGLINCHY, Aaron (Independent)
• PETERS, Till (Independent)
• POW, Tim
Back to Basics: A Smarter
Back to Basics: A Smarter Back to Basics: A Smarter Back to Basics: A Smarter Approach to Rates. Approach to Rates. Approach to Rates. Approach to Rates.
The number one issue in Selwyn today is skyrocketing rates. Families are stretched, retirees are cutting back, and small businesses are being squeezed, all while council charges ahead as if money growsontrees.
If elected, I’ll put the brakes on. First, I’ll cut the fat: stop wasteful spending and scrap projects that don’t deliver real
value. Second, I’ll open the books. No more backroom deals or confusing jargonratepayers deserve clear, honest explanations for every dollarspent.
Third, I’ll get the council back to its core job: fixing roads, maintaining water and wastewater systems, and keeping rubbish services reliable. Until the economy improves, we must focus on whattrulymatters,not“nice-to -haves” that push rates even higher.
Isupportaratescap. I’velived through hardshipand I know it’spossibletolivewithinyour means, it just takes discipline. Councilmustdothesame.
To start, I propose freezing rates for a year while we conduct a zero-based budget review. No automatic increases. Every cost must be justified from scratch. This is howweexposewaste,cutflu , andrestoretrust.
Let’s build a council that deliversvalue,notvanity. zoran4selwyn@gmail.com 021 285 1229 021 285 1229 021 285 1229 021 285 1229
I’m known for my pragmatic thinking, solutions focus, and willingnesstochallengethe statusquowhenneeded.
If elected, I promise to ask the tough questions, demand the
• RAKOVIC, Zoran (Independent)
• SABET, Karim (Independent)
Zoran Rakovic
Candidates for ECan, Mid-Canterbury Ward
Ian Mackenzie
I am standing again for the regional council, having served two terms as your councillor. Over this time, I have led the council’s work on river management and resilience. We have begun shifting to a whole-of-catchment approach, enabling our rivers teams to plan, design, and build strongerprotectionfromfloods in our changing communities. This is a vital core service, and I am proud of the leadership I haveprovided.
In Selwyn, the catchment blueprint is nearing completion. Once finalised, it will allow priorities to be set and work to move from planning into practical implementation. At the same time, I have consistently argued that the council must better manage funding to reduce pressure on ratepayers. Rates can be curbed by cutting programmes that deliver little value and by becoming more e cient in how money is spent. While progress is being made, I remain firm that
funding should not go to initiatives such as the youth wingoftheGreenParty.
We are also exploring new ways of achieving community goals, such as a private provider supplementing bus services between Rolleston and Christchurch. I believe council must focus on its core functions, spend responsibly, and deliver results. I am committed to continuing that workonyourbehalf.
ian.mackenzie@ ian.mackenzie@ akaunuifarms.co.nz akaunuifarms.co.nz akaunuifarms.co.nz akaunuifarms.co.nz
Dr Peter Trolove
I’m a 5th-generation New Zealander, 73 years old, and proudtocall Canterburyhome.I grew up on a farm near Ashburton and have spent 50 years working as a vet across Ashburton and Selwyn. That work taught me the value of science, listening, and practical problem-solving.
Thesedays Iliveat RakaiaHuts, where my love of rivers and the outdoorsshapesmydailylife.I’m passionate about fishing, protecting our environment, and making sure future generations inherit a Canterbury we can be proudof.
Over the years I’ve spoken up when decisions threatened our
John Sunckell
It is a privilege to have represented Mid Canterbury, Selwyn and Ashburton Districts for the past three terms. I am a registered paramedic and farmer with a strong science base. I understand the challenges our communities continually encounter, especially accessing clean water for drinking, swimming, and safety. During thistermIhaveachievedonyour behalf improved water and river management, contributed nationallytothenewEmergency Management bill and AF8 planning, successfully advocated forbetteracceptanceofSelwyn’s public transport needs along with achieving a 5.8% rate
rivers,andI’ve gatheredmyown water-quality data to keep authoritieshonest.ToooftenI’ve seen spin instead of straight answers about pollution and over-allocation. That has to change.
I’m not a career politician. I’m a local, independent voice who will represent all ratepayersruralandurban-fairly.Myfocus is on clean water, fair use of resources,anddecisionsmadein theopen.
I’m standing because I care deeply about this place and the peopleinit.I’llbringexperience, honesty, and the courage to speakupforourcommunity. trolovep@gmail.com trolovep@gmail.com 0297790295
increase. Our biggest forward challenge is consenting costs, timeframes and conditions. My hopeandfocusforthenextterm, with the reform of Resource Management and freshwater policy is to drive reduced regulatory burdens, empower and enable our communities, catchment groups and landowners to achieve positive outcomes for our environment andsurroundings. Thank-you again, as I seek your further endorsement and support.
jsunck@gmail.com jsunck@gmail.com 0274243006 0274243006
Other candidate:
• TROY, Helen (Independent)
Authorised by Dr Peter Trolove, trolove@gmail.com
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DARFIELD GUN CLUB REPORT
By Bevan Brown, Bevan Brown, Shoot Secretary. Shoot Secretary.
Another August and a date withtheBodkinShieldeventin Central Otago. The three days atthethreemaingunclubsare always a challenge and this year wewereabletoentertwo teams of six for the main event.
Day one: Moa Creek Gun Club – the weather was calm and clear with a cold breeze later in the day. A steady start for most of the team although a momentary lapse caused by a distraction led to a target called with no ammo in the gun. Josh Jackson led the way with possibles in the first two events with Steve Gawn followingsuit ineventtwoand three. Unfortunately, a short, shoot-o saw an early exit. So, a good start to the campaign
with three other possibles for theteamaswell.
Daytwo:AlexandraGunClub–another three 20 target shoots and an extra 15 target Bodkin Match o 15 metres. The weather was clear but a bit dull with a gusty Norwest coming over the top. A lower scoring day with only Bevan Brown scoring possibles in
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eventoneandfour. Agooddaytodothiswithhigh shooter numbers with low possible numbers giving higher sweep payouts. On with the Bodkin and disaster took its toll with neither team having a possible scored. Brodie Mangels and Bevan were closest for the A team, while dropping a target each for 14/15 and Marcel Van Leeuwen top scored with 13/15 for the B team. The usually reliable Dave Folley wasasurprisewithjust11and Ross Millichamp a low of six. Scores of 78 and 62 meant both teams were consigned to the “also attended” for the Bodkin and we could only watch as Southland No 2 team won with two targets down on 88/90.
DayThree:WanakaGunClub–lastchancewiththreemore20 target shoots. No sun on the targets, due to heavy cloud, made them hard to see but bettertargetsettinghelpedfor some. Dave Folley and Brodie Mangels lead the way with 60/60withSteveGawnbackin with 40/40 in events two and three while Duncan Je eris finally, after 6 scores of 19/20, scoredapossibleineventtwo. Shoot-o s proceeded with Steve piking out without a shot fired and Brodie not getting as far through as he would have liked. ‘Mr Smooth’ Dave Folley was another story however, taking out the day’s HOA Cup for the 60/60 and second prize in the 40/40 shoot-o . And that is now history, and wewaitagain‘tillnextyear.
A Grade shooters participated in the Bodkin Shield at the Alexandra Gun Club under clear blue skies.
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SPRINGFIELD
The annual Daffodil Day Fun Walk is on this Saturday, August 30, leaving from the donut at 10 am in Springfield. The event is a fundraiserfortheCancerSociety's Daffodil Day. There are two distances on offer depending on how far you can walk – a 2km looparoundSpringfieldTownship or a 6km loop around the Springfield triangle, which takes you out of the township, down Faulkner Way, Domain Road, Pococks Road, Station Road through TaweraReserve to finish back at the Donut Park. Dress up in yellow for the chance to win some great prizes. The Cancer Society donation collection bucket will be on hand for your donations, so grab your friends,
family and furry companions and enjoy a great walk around the township.
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WaikirikiriSelwynisexperiencing robust economic growth, outperforming national and regional trends with a 1.5% GDP increase, a 3.1% rise in businesses, and a 14.7% growth in commercial vehicle registrations.
Consumer spending grew by 0.9%, residential consents rose 15.5%, and employment increased by 3.4%, despite a slight unemployment rate rise to 3.1%, which remains below nationalandregionalaverages.
These indicators reflect the district's appeal for new businesses, supported by
strategic economic development efforts.
WASTE ART EXHIBITION WASTE ART EXHIBITION
Selwyn Schools’ Waste Art Competition is open to all Selwyn school students Year 7 and above. While the closing date for registration is Monday, September 1, the actual artwork does not need to be completed until it is brought in for the exhibition setup from 3pmonFriday,September12. For more information visit HumanitixWasteArt.
CHIPMUNKS
ChipmunksPlaylandandCaféis now open in Rolleston. Take thekidsforhoursofsafe,active fun in the brand-new indoor playground while you enjoy a co ee. Open 7 days, 9:30am— 5pmat89IportDrive.
WEST MELTON GARDEN CLUB
ByHelenCoker. ByHelenCoker. ByHelenCoker. ByHelenCoker.
Lesley Newtons spoke on “All About Orchids” at the August meeting.
Some interesting facts include: orchidsarethelargestgroupof flowering plants in the world, 30,000 species and 200,000 hybrids; they grow on all continents except Antarctica, Chinese 500BC grew for the flowers and perfume; Greeks andRomansthoughttheywere an aphrodisiac; Vanilla Orchid is grown for its perfume and flavour (makes vanilla essence); they are epiphytes (don’t grow in soil). Modern breeding and genetics have made them good house plants; water thoroughly, allow it to dry slightly, if waterlogged roots su ocate and die – they like temperature between 10-18C. Need to have a temperaturedropatnightof810C to initiate flower spikes; orchids like indirect light; they need over 50% humidity; fertilise autumn. Need calcium and magnesium; and pests and diseases include mealy bug, scale, slugs, snails, crown rot, fertilizer burn and cold damage.
Nicky Jenkins from Kakariki Kitchen spoke on making
condiments, chutney and dressings sourced from local produce. Nicky has always had an interest in food and the hospitality industry. She loves seasonal produce, locally sourced,freerangeandorganic where possible. Nicky trained as a chef in Sydney, and she enjoyed Italian and Mediterranean food and the exciting flavours from San Franisco. She also loves the changing food trends with the additionofspices. At the age of 48, Nicky was
diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease. It became apparent that cooking in a fast-paced restaurant was not practical, so she set up her business from herhomekitchen.
Our guest speakers on September 9 include Brigit, the founder of Linden Leaves, and BrianCokeronsmallertreesfor thegarden.
For more information about For about the West Melton Garden the West Melton Garden West Melton Garden West Melton Garden Club, contact our secretary, Club, contact our secretary, secretary, secretary, Barbara Dodds, at Barbara Dodds, at Barbara at Barbara at secretarywmgc@gmail.com. secretarywmgc@gmail.com.
FOSTERING A LOVE FOR RUGBY
By Kyle Hughes, Selwyn
Rugby Club President.
By Kyle Hughes, Selwyn Rugby Club President.
Another Selwyn Rugby Club (SRFC) season has come to a close, and what a fantastic one
it's been. SRFC fielded eight junior teams from Year 1 through to Year 7/8, a testament to the club's strength and the passion for
rugbyinourcommunity.
Our focus isn't just on winning games; it’s about fostering a love for the sport and upholding the values that make it great. It was brilliant to see so many kids out there on the field, running hard, having a blast, and most importantly, showing great sportsmanship.
MALVERN NETBALL
• Yr7/8Round1Winner: Springfield/SheffieldStormers
• SocialRound1Winner: Springfield/SheffieldCowgirls
• Year7/8RunnerUp: KirweeMustangs
• Year7/8Winner: Springfield/SheffieldStormers
• SocialRunnerUp: DarfieldFauxpas
• SocialWinner: Springfield/SheffieldCowgirls
• CupSeniorRunnerUp: WestMeltonSeniors
• CupSeniorWinner: KirweeSeniors
• MostImprovedUmpire: AmberBorrie
• UmpiresTrophy: EmmaGeorge
• TerinaGrahamF/Ferns: AngeCrawthray
• Grice&ReadGoalAggregate: Springfield/SheffieldCowgirls
• FairPlaySupporter: SharonForrester
• IntegrityCup: SouthMalvern Moas
• ExecutiveCup: DarfieldVixens
• BettyBlack(HighestAchiever): MelissaGeorge(umpiring)
• BetsyLittleServicesto Malvern: JulieSmith
A huge thank you must go to the backbone of our club: the committee members, coaches, managersandofcourse,allthe parents who helped every week. Your tireless e ort, from settingup fields torunningthe kitchen to cheering on the sidelines, is what makes this club so special. Without you, none of this would be possible.
We're already looking forward to next year and seeing even more of our young players out onthepitch.
TEAM AWARDS
Year 1 Green:
• MIP: DougalWoodhouse
• MVP: ChaseWilliams
Year 1 Black
• MIP: Penelope Challis
• MVP: Ryder Jones
Year 2: Green
• MIP: Anish Naash
• MVP: Benji Van Groen
Year 2 Black
• MIP: Ric Challis
• MVP: Lily Melville
Year 3
• MIP: Noah Rabbidge
• MVP: Ardie Harper
Year 4
• MIP: Koha Kohi
• MVP: Gus Melville
Year 5
• MIP: Dudley King
• MVP: Marlow Harper Year 7
• MIP: Griffin de Lange
• MVP: Tom Daly & James Hardy
CLUB AWARDS
• Cox Family Year 3 Tackler Trophy: Angus Southen
• Southen Family Junior Sportsmanship Shield: Fred Reveley
• Hughes Family Cup
Volunteer Contribution: Sharnee Kampjes
• SRFC HardYards Award: Nicolle Hughes
• McAndrew Family Quiet Achiever Award: Hamish Irving & Jacob Spicer
• Presidents Cup for Committee Contribution: Thomas Irving.
KIRWEE JUNIOR RUGBY 2025 AWARDS
• Year1 MostImproved: EmilyThomas PlayerOfTheYear: OllieTaylor
• Year2 MostImproved: RileePeriam PlayerOfTheYear: CharlieHurst
• Year3 MostImproved: ZanderHand PlayerOfTheYear: LucasTakiwa
• Year4 MostImproved: CameronJordan PlayerOfTheYear: ArloHand
• Year7 MostImproved: FletcherMonk PlayerOfTheYear: CobyJordan
• Year9 MostImproved: SamThrelkeld PlayerOfTheYear: HugoJohnson
• FemalePlayerOfTheYear: ZaraBrowne
• PatronsCupJuniorPlayerOfTheYear:HugoJohnson
KRFC Female Player Of The Year: Zara Browne.
KRFC Patrons Cup Junior Player Of The Year: Hugo Johnson.
Springfield/Sheffield Cowgirls won the 2025 Malvern Netball Social Grade: Pictured left - right: Julie-Ann Johnson, Raewyn Baxter, Julie Smith, Rachael Taiaroa-Benny (Coach), Kayla Croy, Laura Wason, Megan Lalich, Molly Batstone, Jenna Rossiter and Katy Silv.
Springfield/Sheffield Stormers won the 2025 Malvern Netball Year 7/8 Grade: Pictured left - right: Natalie Edwards, Bella Yaxley, Isabelle Luscombe, Isabelle Hamilton, Meg McDonald, Saffie Morris, Emma George, Indiana Carroll Pudney and Rosalie Casey.
Some of the award recipients at the recent Selwyn Rugby Prizegiving.
Back Row L-R: Jacob Spicer, Dudley King, Tom Daly, James Hardy, Griffin de Lange.
Front Row L-R: Koha Kohi, Gus Melville, Fred Reveley, Angus Southen, Ardie Harper, Noah Rabbidge, Marlow Harper.
ST JOHN ST Youth Cadets. Wednesday. 5:30-6:30pm for 5-10 year olds. 6:30-8pm for Year7-13.4BraySt,Darfield.
29Aug DaffodilDay
30Aug 10am SpringfieldDaffodilDayWalk DonutPark,Springfield
1Sept 9:30-12:30WeeklyMalvernCancerSupportClinic DarfieldLibrary
1Sept 10am MalvernNews-EditorialDeadline-news@malvernnews.co.nz
1Sept 7:30pm FriendsofKMS(PTA)AGM ThirstyAcres,Kirwee
2Sept 10am MalvernNews-AdvertisingDeadline-info@malvernnews.co.nz
2Sept 6:30pm DarfieldIndoorBowlsHospitalTournament DarfieldRecreationCentre
2Sept 7pm SheffieldTennisClubAGM SheffieldPavillion
3Sept 9am WeeklyDarfieldNetworkersGroup - www.networkers.co.nz
3Sept 11:30-12:30WeeklyJusticeofthePeaceService DarfieldLibrary
4Sept 7:30pm 2025LocalBodyElections -MeettheCandidatesEvening DPSHall
5Sept GreendaleSchoolPTAClearingSale 1087CoaltrackRoad
5-6Sept 9:30am CutClothingPopUpShop
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5Sept 7pm ChristianMissionCharitableTrustMeeting GlentunnelChapel
6Sept 5pm MulticulturalPotluckDinner
DarfieldCommunityCentre
7Sept 9:30am WestMeltonCommunityMarket WMCommunityCentre
7Sept 1pm TransformationalBreathworkExperience O-Studio,Rolleston
9Sept NZBloodDrive
DarfieldRecCentre
10Sept 10am FinancesforBoardsandCommunityGroupsWorkshop WMCommunityCentre
10Sept 2pm FriendsofDarfieldHospitalAGM CatholicChurch
11Sept 7:30pm DRACandidatesMeeting
DarfieldRecreationCentre
12Sept 10am MalvernNews-HarvestingFeatureAdvertisingDeadline-info@malvernnews.co.nz
13Sept 10am CommunityPlanting,BaynonsBreak NorthernBank,WaimakRiver
13Sept 1:30pm TrinityChurchAnnualFashionShow TrinityChurch,Darfield
14Sept 10am CultureFest LincolnEventCentre
17Sept 10am RollestonNews-Deadline-info@malvernnews.co.nz
17Sept 1:30pm U3AMiniSeriesSession1 DarfieldBaptistChurch
21Sept 12noon SheffieldBookExchange SheffieldHall
24Sept 1:30pm U3AMiniSeriesSession2 DarfieldBaptistChurch
1Oct DarfieldArtweekEntriesClose
11-19Oct DarfieldArtweek
17Oct 10am HydroVacEnvironmentalSupportGolfTournament WaimakGolfCourse
20-27Oct NationalGardeningWeek
31Oct-1Nov ITMFishingCompetition2025 LakeBenmore
2Nov DarfieldGardenTour
16Nov DHSCommunityMarket DHS
16Nov KirweeGardenTour Kirwee
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DRIVEWAYS
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PEDIGREE PEDIGREE huntaway pups. Seven weeks. Life loving homes wanted. Phone 0274 399318.
GARDENING
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MALVERN NEWS DEADLINES
EDITORIAL: 1pm, Monday
ADVERTISING: 10am, Tuesday
YARD YARD space for Lease. Please phone Kent 021 325 661. 21ManionRoad,Rolleston.
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LEASE LAND WANTED
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LOST & FOUND
LOST LOST- Mid-blue Parkhurstwool beret with black merino fingerless gloves tucked inside, lost near Darfield Bakery. Berethassentimental value as was a gift from a dear unwell friend. Please return to Darfield Medical reception or call Jackie on 0223281495.
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ROOM TO RENT
SINGLE SINGLE lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Internet, Sky TV. $190pw. Please phone 0274791431.
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EXPERIENCED EXPERIENCED stockman looking for work. Tractor driving experience. GST registered. Pleasephone0225747805.
TOOLS TOOLSTOOLS TOOLS wanted - mechanics, engineering, wood working etc. Garage, shed, barn clearances, deceased estates etc. Please phone Rob on 033425885.
YOGA CLASSES
WEEKLY WEEKLY classes Glentunnel Community Centre. Tues 6.30 - 7.45pm, Thurs 9.3010.45am. Friendly, supportive community Registration essential, first class free. Please contact Lisa Mills 027 814 0785, www.goldentouch.co.nz/yoga YOGA YOGA class at Darfield Recreation Centre on Thursday 4th September at 9.45am and Tai Chi/ Qigong starts on Thursday 18thSeptemberat11am.Your 1st class costs $10 - Classes take place weekly. With Gabrielle - contact 027 225 1646, info@taomotion.com or www.taomotion.com.
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