HISTORICAL COLLECTIONS ONLINE

People searching for objects and photographs from Selwyn’s past can now find a growing online catalogue of items at their fingertips.

Several historical societies in Selwyn have begun adding their collections to online platform, eHive, in a bid to digitally catalogue and share their collections with the wider public. The initiative has been driven by Dunsandel Historic Society President, Dr Mike Noonan who applied to Council’s new Community History Fund for a grant to buy eHive user subscriptions.

“Until now, much of Selwyn’s vast collection of photographs and records of artefacts had not been available online, and this made it difficult for people to see what existed,” commented Mike. “I’m really passionate about Selwyn’s history and thought this is something I could do to help preserve and share our past with anyone who is interested.”

Dunsandel Historic Society, on behalf of the Selwyn Heritage and History Network was awarded $12,480 from the Community History Fund, with groups including Dunsandel, Ellesmere, Leeston, Ellesmere Heritage Park, Arthur’s Pass, Lincoln, Glentunnel and Hororata all using eHive subscriptions to upload their records. Funding still remains for other groups to join. The online tool will help museums see what local artefacts are available to be publicly displayed, Mike concluded.

The collections can be found by Googling one of the participating historical societies mentioned above, along with the word ‘eHive’. For example, ‘Dunsandel Historic Society eHive’.

The Selwyn Community History Fund is now open for applications until 30th April 2023. It is designed to support community groups to protect and promote the district’s history; provide greater access to Selwyn’s past; assist residents and visitors to learn about local history; and celebrate our unique stories and places.

Applica on forms and criteria can be found at: selwyn.govt.nz/services/funding-And-grants/ selwyn-community-history-fund

West Melton Bowling Club

Most of the competitions that West Melton Bowling Club teams were involved in pre-Christmas were completed during December with some mixed results.

In Bowls Canterbury competitions, the Over 60’s Fives team (mixed) won their division, then went on to win the promotion relegation game against Belfast to earn the right to play in Division 1 this year.

The Men’s 3x4s, Mixed 2x4s and Under Fives played well enough to retain their positions in their respective divisions.

The Malvern Fives competition concluded early in the New Year, with four West Melton teams qualifying for the semi-finals. West Melton 1 and West Melton 2 qualified in the Premier Division. West Melton 4 and West Melton 5 qualified in the Senior Division.

The Malvern Men’s Pairs Championship was held on January 14th. Congratulations to the West Melton pair of Andy Weber and Mike Leigh, who came away with the title.

Post-Christmas interclub events that West Melton teams are involved in include Any Combination Eights Division 1 and 4, Under Fives Fours, Under

Fives Pairs and Over 60’s Sevens. Club competitions include Men’s and Ladies Club Singles, Men’s and Ladies Club Pairs, Ladies Club Triples and Ladies Club Fours. Super Pairs is played on Saturday afternoons. Social Bowls will start on Thursday, February 9th at 6.30pm.

For more informa on visit: www.westmeltonbowlingclub.com

SELWYN CARPET BINDING & STITCHING

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LOCKSMITH

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Udi Painting & Decorating

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Contact Udi Aale 021 074 2075

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Situation Vacant

FENCING positions available locally and also station work. Casual or Fulltime, Uni student, Exp preferred. Good wages and valued team. Phone 021 640 748.

Roof Maintenance

ROOF & house maintenance. All aspects covered including spouting, mortar, tiles, re-roofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing. General repairs. Please phone 03 347 6702.

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DARFIELD PRESCHOOL & NURSERY

We are looking for qualified, or in training, kaiako, able to work 34+ hours a week, for our well established community centre where relationships and free play are at the heart of everything.

You would be joining a great team of Kaiako with great ratios and benefits.

Please forward a CV & cover letter to Clare Clatworthy: manager@darfieldpreschool.co.nz

Automo ve Mechanic/Technician

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• Start date asap in 2023.

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An exciting position has become available for a full-time & part-time therapist based in our Darfield clinic.

Role requirements:

• Fully qualified, with a diploma in beauty therapy Level 4 ,5 or equivalent.

• Part-time nearing completion of your studies can be an option.

• You must be reliable, committed, confident and friendly, with both team members and clients

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Email your CV to: more4ubeauty21@gmail.com

ROOF & property services. 2 storey work! Roof leak repairs (incl Butynol), moss control, silicone seal, spouting clean & repairs, spider & fly control, bird proofing, roof painting. All roof & spouting types. Call Arthur’s, 7 days, 03 347 2635, 027 484 7980 or 027 584 7980.

AMMUNITION

Soft Furnishings Industrial Machinist Required

for the Manufacture of Window Treatments in our busy workroom here in Darfield. We are looking for a new team member.

• Must be able to work as a team

• Punctuality, reliability and honesty required

• Industrial Machining experience preferred as handling skills are essential for the manufacturing of soft furnishings

• An eye for detail is essential, as we pride ourselves in our high quality manufacture.

Hours by negotiation

Please apply to Val or Ally - Phone 03 318 8896

FULL-TIME COOK

Dunsandel Stop Shop is looking for a full-time cook, with front of house experience and excellent coffee making skills!

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You will be in charge of food prep every morning, baking, cooking food all day for the hot food cabinets as well as meals. Some serving behind the counter will be required. Being available to work weekends is a must! But don’t worry you get guaranteed weekends off as well, approximately 35 hours per week.

If this sounds like something you are interested in please email your CV in to: dunsandelstopshop@gmail.com

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