GOOD TURNOUT FOR SWELL EVENT
Over 70 community clubs, organisations and wellbeing providers had their products and information available for those who recently attended the SWELL Seniors’ Lifestyle Expo.
The annual Expo is aimed at celebrating the wellbeing and inclusion of Selwyn’s older residents, while keeping them up to date with the services and activities available to them in the district. The morning started out slowly but the Lincoln Community Centre soon filled as people turned up for the social and informative event.
NEW YOUTH ZONE UNDERWAY
Selwyn is getting a dedicated Youth Zone at Foster Park in Rolleston.
“Selwyn has one of the largest population groups under 24 years of age and this Youth Zone is part of the Council’s
commitment to make the district a great place to live, work and play, for young and old,” says Tim Mason, Executive Director of InfrastructureandProperty. Foster Park in Rolleston was
recently recognised as the Active Park/Sportsground of the Year, at the Recreation Aotearoa Awards and Mason says that the new Youth Zone, as well as completing the Foster Park central area, will put the finishing touches on a state-of-the-art community facility.
The new Youth Zone is being constructed next to the destination playground on Broadlands Drive and will create an alternative user experience to add to the sporting activities provided on the fields and at the Selwyn SportCentre.
“The area is aimed at young people who may feel they have outgrown the playground, so they can try out di erent activities, while their younger siblings can use equipment at the destination playground,” says Mason, who points out that the parkour section will be the first of its kindinthedistrict.
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CELEBRATE SCOTTISH CULTURE WITH A KIWI TWIST
The 13th Hororata Highland Games is set to take place on Saturday, November 9, 2024, and promises a day filled with traditional Scottish festivities and family-friendly entertainment.
This year's celebration will feature an emphasis on music, showcasing the deep-rooted musical traditions of Scotland with performances from the Southern Celtic Fiddle Orchestra and a sing-along with Willie McArther. The Massed Bands March will be a highlight as part of the Chieftain's welcoming ceremony.
In honour of Coleridge Power Station's 110th birthday, the community has partnered with Manawa Energy to present an impressive static display of the steam engines and heritage plant from the power station. This historic hydroelectric power station played a significant role in shaping the Coleridge area and neighbouring villages, leaving
a lasting impact on the region.
Visitors will have the opportunity to not only watch but they can also participate in a variety of activities, including Tug O' War, the Kilted Mile, Junior Warriors, and competing for the title of best-dressed lad and lassie in tartan attire.
People are encouraged to get their entries in for these fun competitions.
"Once people step through the gates, they'll find a myriad of free activities to try, no matter their age. Families often describe it as an event where everyone,fromgrandparentsto toddlers and teenagers, can come together and enjoy a day out,"saysCindy.
The festival also features a Scottish farmyard, sheep shearing, wool craft, medieval Knight demonstrations, a fairground and over 120 marketstalls.
“Our community can’t wait to welcome everyone to the Hororata Highland Games. We
recommend packing a rug or chairs and come prepared to spendthewholeday.”
The Hororata Highland Games will be held at the Hororata Domain, located 45 minutes inlandfrom Christchurch.Gates will open at 9am, with activities scheduled to run throughto4.30pm.
Discounted tickets are available online now and numbers are limited, with no gate sales on the day. Children under16yearsarefree.
All profits from the event will be reinvested back into our ruralcommunity.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit hororatahighlandgames.org.nz.
Ticket prices:
• Online Second Release (available until sold out or till 6 Nov): $25.00*
• Online GA (available 7 Nov - 19 Nov, if not sold out prior): $30.00*
• Hard copy tickets can be purchased by emailing games@hororata.org.nz
• 16 years and under are free. Please claim a cket for children so we know numbers. Children must be with a parent or guardian. Youth 16 years and over need to purchase an adult cket.
* Plus a booking fee of $1.30 per cket and 2.7% credit card fee per transac on.
To go in the draw to win a Double Pass to the Highland Games
email: giveaway@malvernnews.co.nz by Tuesday 5th November 2024
LOOK AFTER YOUR GARDEN TOOLS
It’s not too late to think about garden tool maintenance. Our spades, rakes, secateurs and other garden equipment often get left behind when it comes tocleanlinessandgeneraldayto-daycare.
Keeping them maintained can result in keeping your tools like new or at least usable for manyyearstocome.
Here are a few tips to make Here are a few tips to make are few tips to make are few tips to make your time in the garden garden enjoyable:
• Keep them clean Keep them clean –digging tools such as shovels, spades, rakes and hoes can be as simple as removing the excess dirt removed from them or you can wash anddrythem after each use. Remove anyrust with a wire brush and sharpen if required with a mill file or
grinding tool. Check the handlesforsplitsorcracks–replace if needed. If storing, applyalightcoatingofoil.
• Keep them sharp Keep sharp Keep them sharp –Pruning tools such as secateurs and loppers may need to be sharpened each year. After each daily use, wipe the blades clean – rubbing alcohol or other solvent can be used to remove sticky sap.Keep the metaljointsin good condition with a light coating of oil. You can sharpen your cutting tools yourself using a whetstone or a flat file but make sure you identify the correct side
to sharpen first and wear protectiveeyewear.
• Keep them dry Keep them dry – Put your tools away each day. Organise a space in your garage or garden shed for your tools to live. Don’t be tempted to leave them outside in the sun or rain or overnight.
• Keep them colourful Keep them colourful Keep them Keep them –Paint the ends of your handles a bright colour; this notonlyhelpsyoufindthem in the grass or garden but also helps you keep track of them and know which tools belong to you and which might belong to your neighbour.
ROLLESTON FLORAL ART
By Carol Rains.
Spring had definitely arrived when the Rolleston Floral Art group met in September for a "Hello Spring" workshop. A large range of spring flowers were a joy to see after a long winter with da odils and camellias to the fore but other special varieties were also brought along as can be seen in the photo. It's wonderful what members have in their gardens.
Members made an aluminium wire random weave mat as a mechanic to use over a container to hold the flowers, which will be useful for many di erent designs. Our next meeting is in December, when
members have been divided into three groups to set up a colour themed Christmas table and then we will have a social get together to enjoy the
display.
If anyone would like to come If anyone would like to come anyone would like to come anyone would like to come along to see the display, along to see the display, see the display, see the display, please call Carol Rains on please call Carol Rains on call Carol Rains on call Carol Rains on 027 224 1033. 027 224 1033.
ROLLESTON GARDEN CLUB
By Jill Webb. By Jill Webb. SPRING!
What has this season become? Certainly not like the season of old. Getting reasonably hot days then two or three cold and wet at times, which we have needed, but don't think it is doing much for the growing of seeds planted. I know that our own plants needed warmth to get them going – carrots, beetroot, even lettuce.
The perennial flowering shrubs have done well – azaleas, camelias, and rhododendrons with plenty of flowers. Peonies are startingtoflower, andlilies are coming up well, hopefully your gardens are showing this
too.
Weeds are there, but if you don't like too many of these, pack your garden with annuals and perennials, and even pea strawtoretainthem.
Look at putting some vege pots near the back door so you can grab a tomato, courgette or herb if you don’t have the space elsewhere – this can be verysatisfying.
The club recently had a trip to The Pines Recovery Resource park. It’s amazing what they are doing there with recycling stu that others throw away. There is a great community garden and the courses they have available are a great
asset to community. More is planned for the areas, and a new reuse shed is opening in the new year. Our next trip in November is to an iris garden andanherbgarden.
If you are interested in If you are interested in If If any sort of gardening any sort of gardening any of gardening any of gardening come along and join our come along and join our come along and join come along and join enthusiastic group. enthusiastic Phone Julie on 03 347 1311 Phone on 03 347 1311 or Anne on or Anne on 03 347 8817. 347 8817.
Members of the Rolleston Floral Art group made wire mats to use in their floral creations at September’s meeting.
NEWS IN BRIEF
CO PURPOSE CO PURPOSE COMMUNITY CENTRE IN LEESTON MMUNITY CENTRE IN LEESTON LEESTON MMUNITY LEESTON
A community reference group has been confirmed to help create Whata Rau, Leeston’s new multi-purpose community centre. Selwyn District Council has confirmed a $16 million budget for Whata Rau and that it will be a multi-purpose community centre, with library services on Leeston Park. WhataRauisanamegiftedbyTeTaumutuRūnanga.
PARK AND RIDE
Two new park and ride facilities have opened in Rolleston, providing increased access to public transport for the community. The parks are at Foster Park, where people can connect to the 85 service, while the newly constructed car park adjacent to the Council o ces is for connections to the 85, Yellow Line and 820 services. Parking is free for those connectingtoabusservice.
SUNHATS AND TOGS FOR KIDS TOGS FOR
The sun is out which means lots of playing for tamariki outdoors. Clothed in Love helps Christchurch families in need by giving them with free good quality preloved or new clothing for their children. The group is currently looking for children’shatsandswimwearforagesoneto16. Tofindoutmore,visitclothedinlove.org.nz.
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There's plenty of good news to share this week! First up, Stats NZ has announced that inflation is now down to 2.2 per cent – quite a drop from the 7.2 per cent it was at just two years ago. It’s clear that the work we’ve been doing to bring inflation under control is paying o . Plus, with tax relief havingkickedin on 31 Julyand many families benefiting from the FamilyBoost childcare payments, things are looking up.
Lower inflation and interest rates will mean many Kiwi families are now in a better place financially than they were this time last year. Of course, there’s still more to be done to keep the economy moving in the right direction, butwe’redefinitelyontrack. Ontheinvestmentfront,we’ve committedtofixingouroutdatedoverseasinvestment policies.Rightnow,NewZealandisrankeddeadlast–38th outof38developed
countries – when it comes to openness to overseas investment. That’s holding back wage growth and pushing us to the sidelines. We’re determinedtochangethisandmake sure New Zealand is once again an attractive destination for global investors, which will help lift wages and boost our economy.
We’ve listened to farmers and are pressing pause on the rollout of Freshwater Farm Plans by the end of the year. These plans just aren’t coste ective or practical at the moment, and we’ve heard that loud and clear. Our goal is to help farmers meet international market standards by removing the unnecessary obstacles from bureaucracy. After all, we should be backing our farmers to grow, not making their lives harder.
Insomemoregoodnewsfor mumsacrossthecountry–the GovernmentisgivingPlunket
up to $1 million to train nurses to give immunisations. This will help us reach our goal of having 95 per cent of children fully vaccinated by the time they’re 24 months old. As a mum myself, I know how important it is to have strong support when it comes to your baby’s health, so I’m thrilled to see Plunket stepping up with thiscrucialservice.
Finally, I had the pleasure of attending Ellesmere Hospital’s 100th anniversary celebrations this month. From its beginnings as a rural maternity hospital in 1924 to its essential aged care services today, it’s been at the heart of the community for generations. A massive thank you to all the dedicated sta and the Friends of Ellesmere Hospital for their incredible support over the years!
As always, my o ce is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. Feel free to visit us for anyassistanceyoumayneed.
BUSY MONTHS AHEAD FOR LIONS
By Val Knowles, Rolleston By Val Knowles, and Districts Lions. and Districts Lions. and Districts Lions. and Districts Lions.
Our Rolleston Lions Club is going to be very busy until the end of the year. Important events like Camp Quality are on our list, where members go to Living Springs to cook and help with children living with Cancer.
Toot 4 Tucker is another community project being held inLincoln onNovember13and inRollestononNovember27. Two of our members have been to Rolleston College to interview pupils, who will receive a Lions scholarship presented to them at the end oftheirschoolyear.
Don’t forget the fireworks night on November 2.It issuch a great event every year and our club members will all be there to help with cooking food for the huge crowd that comealong.
We’ll be catering for the House and Garden event to be held on November 24. Our ladies will provide some of the food for morning tea and lunch, and Tai Tapu and Ladbrooks primary schools will receive theproceedsfromthis. All of our members are very excited about the Rolleston Xmas Parade to be held on December 1. Rolleston Lions will be involved in this event and is looking forward to it. It is a community event, and many organisations will be there to parade, dance, sing, show their goods in stalls and more.
MORE TREASURES AT THE SHED
Sandy Ferguson, Sandy Ferguson, Rolleston Men's Shed. Rolleston Men's Shed.
Eleven cheeseboards have been made and donated to community charitable organisations for use or gifts at eventslaterthisyear.
RollestonSoftballClubhashad two bat and helmet holders made. These are made to hang on the netting and hold bats and helmets ready for the next player.
Twoletter slopeshave recently been reconditioned. For letter writing, a writing slope could be looked on as the pen and ink equivalent of today's
laptop computer. A chest was refurbished, the type of chest one might expect to dig from some pirate's island and to be full of gold. Unfortunately, no gold was found while it was workedon.
The engineering workshop has made and fitted an upper door to the rear door of the Salvation Army's truck. The large gap was prone to letting in rain so obviously needed an extrahingedcover.
Recently bikes and scooters were engraved with the owner's name and phone number at Lemonwood Grove
School. A scooter or bike found with some form of ID on it is likely to be returned to its owner.
A good yarn and the morning cuppa are still the important items. The Shed is open Saturday, Monday and Wednesday,9amuntilmid-day.
For more information, visit For more information, visit For more information, For more information, rollestonshed.wordpress.com rollestonshed.wordpress.com rollestonshed.wordpress.com rollestonshed.wordpress.com
Rolleston Men’s Shed members engrave a child’s scooter with the child’s name and phone number, part of initiative for lost scooters or bikes to be returned to the owner.
Spring is a bustling time in Selwyn as our primary sector prepares to take advantage of longer days and the rapid growth that comes with the season. The end of winter and early spring brought some decent snowfalls, continuing the trend of spring skiing rather than mid-winter snow. Best wishes to all the seasonal ski field workers as they either head home or transition into summerjobs.
A big thank you to everyone who contributed to the 43rd Darfield Art Week. With nearly 400 pieces on display, the event provides a platform for emerging artists as well as those well-known in our community. The Darfield Residents Association (DRA) Multicultural Dinner is a newer addition to our social calendar, and it did not disappoint! The food was fantastic, and the performances – including kapa
haka, traditional Indian dancing, comedy, and a lively ukulele band – made for a fun evening. These events rely heavily on the dedication of volunteers and play a vital role in fostering a connected community. I encourage everyone to get involved in these and other sporting and cultural events, they’re great fun and strengthen the community spirit that makes Selwyn such a wonderful place tolive.
As required by legislation, we are engaged in a representation review, which examines the number of councillors, ward boundaries, and community boards. We received a high level of engagement with over 600 submissions. After listening to our community, the Council decided to retain the Malvern Community Board and add an additional councillor, this final
NEWS IN BRIEF
NEW BOOKING SYSTEM A NEW AT RAKAIA HUTS T HUTS
Selwyn District Council has made some changes to how the Rakaia Huts Campground operates. The Council has contracted Penny (formerly KiwiCash) to install an automatic gate,bookingsystemanddigitalpay-to-useshowers. Digital bookings remove all cash from the site, eliminating risksoftheftandthe needforsta to collectcash.
Tostayatthe campground,create aPennyaccountthrough yourappstoreorvisitgo-penny.com.
proposalisnowin the handsof the Local Government Commission. I love how my role enables me to support local businesses and communities.
If you have something cool If you have something cool If cool If cool going on that you think I going on that you think I should know about, please should know about, please email me at email me at email me at email me at mayor@selwyn.govt.nz. mayor@selwyn.govt.nz.
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LOOKING FOR RAINBOWS IN THE STORM
By Ginny Nelson, Mortgage Ginny Nelson, & Insurance Advisor. & Insurance Advisor. Insurance Insurance
Life can be tough and in the current economic climate some families may be struggling to find the rainbow in the storm, but there is always one if you look.
Interest rates are falling, the sun is shining, spring is here with all its many crazy weather events. When its windy, fly akite!
We are lucky to have so many green spaces not far from your back door and fun does not
NEWS IN BRIEF
needtocostmoney.
Camp out on the lawn with the kids, go walking and do your own version of ‘getting lost’. Do grocery shopping online so you are not impulse buying andbuystaplesinbulk. But above all make a plan and paint the rainbow at the end. Involve the family in a budget and set small rewards and bigger goals for keeping on track.
Dealwiththebillsandgetin contact with the provider if payment can’t be made right
now. Break big bills into little ones to coincide with your pay week.
There are strategies to manage your mortgage and being proactive is key. Ask your bank or Adviser if you genuinely can’t make a payment – don’t wait for arrearstobuildup.
“ ““ “Lifeisn Lifeisn Lifeisn Lifeisn’ ’’ ’taboutwaitingfor taboutwaitingfor thestormtopass,butabout thestormtopass,butabout learningtodanceinthe learningtodanceinthe learningtodanceinthe learningtodanceinthe rain rainrain rain” ”” ”
THINKING OF RENTING?
SLOW DOWN WHEN PASSI
SLOW DOWN WHEN PASSI PASSING A SCHOOL BUS NG
The speed limit for passing a stationary school bus, that is dropping o or picking up children in urban and rural areas is 20kph in either direction. Children are more likely to run out into the road without looking, and the school bus is a large obstacle that obstructs their view of the road. If you are following a large vehicle that suddenly slows on a rural road, don't assume you can overtake; it might have spotted a schoolbusandisobscuringyourvision ofit.
QuinovicRollestonsharespartone ofatwo-partseriestohelpyoumakeinformeddecisions.
There are many things to think about when you’re ready to startrenting.Youmightbe considering what location will work for you, deciding if you wanttolivewithflatmatesor wondering if you can do
without o -street parking if there are good public transport links close by. Regardless of these considerations, there is one important factor for you to start thinking about and planning for – how much money should you budget for whenstartinganewtenancy?
The rent The rent rent rent
Determining the amount of rent you are able andwillingto pay is the most obvious financial consideration for new renters. Deciding to rent with flatmates may mean costs like rentperpersonarereducedbut will also require a house with morebedrooms.
Rent increases Rent increases increases increases
Your rent can be increased 12 months after your tenancy starts or 12 months after the date of the last rent increase.
You will get written notice at
least 60 days before rent increases, but it’s a good idea to keep the potential for rent increasesin mind.Ifyou have a fixed-term tenancy longer than 12 months or agree to extend your fixed term after the first 12 months, rent can only be increased if a clause to increase the rent is written in thetenancyagreement.
Rental bond Rental bond
You will need to have enough money for a rentalbond. Bonds areheldbyNew Zealand’s TenancyServicesand even though the money remains yours it can be used to cover anything you owe at the end of your tenancy. A bond of up to four weeks rent can be requested, sodependingon the cost oftherent,moneyfor your bond is something to budget for. It is worth noting that if you aremovingfrom one rental toanother,youwillneedtoget finances organised for a new bond, as most property managers don’t accept a Bond Transfer.
ROLLESTON COMBINED PROBUS
By Juliette Easterbrook, By Juliette Easterbrook, Publicity O cer. Publicity O
Our speaker for September was Andrea from the Canterbury Museum. She was a very accomplished speaker and showed us everything that was happening regarding the refurbishment of this wonderful heritage building. She used a power point presentation showing how the buildings had developed over the years from the original small building and then showed us what was happening with the rebuild– a veryinterestingspeaker.
Our outing for this month was to the Operatunity at the Vida Centre in Hansons Lane. This was new for a lot of us and we were very impressed. A cast of 20 tour the country in smaller groups every month and present an hour and a half show in every centre. The 500 people that attend this day were very enthusiastic – so much so that some of us have
booked several shows next year.Agreatexperience!
We had a stall at SWELL on October 15 and were pleased to meet with many people interestedinjoiningProbus.
Several Probus sub-groups meet monthly – two walking groups, a craft group and a Sunday lunch group. These are all very popular and give our members time to socialise together.
Probus meetings are held on
the second Tuesday of the month in the Rolleston Community Centre from 9.45am until 12 noon from February to November. We welcome new members – you are welcome to come as a visitor three times with no pressuretojoin.
If you are interested in If you are interested in If If attending a meeting, please attending a meeting, please attending meeting, please attending meeting, please contact our president Ann contact our president Barber on 027 588 5033. Barber on 027
ROLLESTON CENTRAL PROBUS
By Jill Webb. By Jill Webb. Jill Jill
We are in our second month of Spring, but what a mixture of weather, so I hope our older generation are keeping away from illsandchillsthat are still about and enjoying the many groupscateringforus.
We have had some interesting times of late including a trip to the Heritage Park in Leeston. This brought back many a happy memory to all, with displays of the local shops in their day – few of us still have some of the products from
those old times. A couple of local folk’s houses have been preserved,whichisgreat.
Our speaker in September was greatly appraised with Gill Atkins reading her humorous poems and some from Pam Ayers. October was only a short meeting with our president, Herb, telling in brief history of his life so far, a cuppa and chat, and then o to Swell, which is alwaysinformative.
Travis Wetland was a trip with Out and About, and thoroughly enjoyed, especially the lunch.
Our next trip is to Mini Golf, which should be a laugh. The speaker for Nov is a work in progress. Our Oct lunch is at PedalPushers, a newvenue for us.
If you want to meet new folk and do new things, do join us for the Fellowship, Fun and Friendship that Probus provides on the third Tuesday ofthemonth.
For more information, phone For more information, phone Herb on 03 321 7466 or Herb on 03 321 7466 or Herb on 03 321 or Herb on 03 321 or Denise on 027 557 0515. Denise on 027
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• Compacts Like Concrete
• Bulk Deliveries - Truck & Trailer
• Lifestyle Driveways - Free Quotes
• AP20
• Rotten Rock Dairy Lanes
• AP40 • AP65 • Drainage • Erosion • Landscape
Members of Rolleston Combined Probus club enjoy a visit to Operatunity at the Vida Centre.
WHAT IS THE BRIGHT-LINE TAX?
So, you sold your house and made a pretty penny but hold on, the IRD might want a slice of that! The bright-line tax is a tax on the profit from selling a home for more than you purchased it, if you sold it within a specified timeframe.
The interval between acquisition and sale is known as the bright-line period. The specified timeframes have flip floppedsinceOctober2015.To discover all the intricacies, read online at cab.org.nz/ article/KB00043742.
Don’t fret, if it was your main abode, you could score an exemption from the bright-line tax. This exemption depends on it if it wasindeed your main home, and how often you lived there during the bright-line period.Tofurtherunderstandif
you qualify for a tax break, read all the ins and out at cab.org.nz/article/ KB00044419.
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this appointment, they will be set an activity that they must complete within 5 working days.
SELWYN FOCUSED FOR FUTURE
According to fresh, detailed data from the 2023 Census released by Statistics New Zealand, the Selwyn District continues to grow and diversify as a multicultural district.
Mayor Sam Broughton says, “Selwyn residents will not be surprised by this new information, as our schools, workplaces, shops and clubs are becoming increasingly multi-cultural.”
Earlier this year Census data showed that Selwyn was the fastest growing district in the country, with the largest increase in population (29%)
Income tra c lights mean?
Income tra c lights mean?
Income tra c Income tra c
The tra c light system applies to benefits with work-related and / or social obligations (hence, not superannuation).
Anyone on a WINZ benefit can now see what colour code they areonbyloggingintoMyMSD.
A green light means the person is meeting their obligations. Orange means they are not, and WINZ has not accepted their reason for this.
The person must make an appointment with WINZ. At
Red means that they did not complete the activity within 5 days. WINZ has reduced or stoppedtheirbenefit.
For more see cab.org.nz/ article/KB00044443.
Confused? Confused? Confused? Confused?
Sure, there is a wealth of info on the Citizens Advice Bureau website, but all the same, it is built knowing the value of human interaction and the benefits of person-to-person support. For any question on any issue call 0800 367 222. It’sfree!
A MULTICULTURAL DISTRICT
anddwellings(29.4%)between 2018and2023.
Data just released shows that this recent growth has also transformed Selwyn into a global village, with residents, languages and cultures from all corners of the world buildingalifeinthedistrict.
An increasing percentage of the Selwyn population is born outside of New Zealand, while the percentage that identifies as European has decreased to 84.1%, with 11.4% identified asAsian,9%asMāoriand2.4% asPacificPeoples.
“The recent CultureFest and Darfield Multicultural Dinner showcased the beautiful
transition our District is experiencing with delicious food, cultural performances and new ways of thinking from all around the world.” says Broughton. “And we can see changes in the make-up of our classrooms, at work, and in our sportsteams.
NEW YOUTH ZONE UNDERWAY
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The new zone will also include a green space and seating where the young people and their parents can hangout.
Mason says the Youth Zone aligns perfectly with Piki Amokura, the recently adopted youth strategy to empower young people aged 12–24 years to navigate challenges, embrace opportunities and fulfil their potential.
He says young people play a key role inthefuturesuccessofthedistrict.
In May this year, Lincoln Envirotown Trust invited budding film producers to “Focus For Future” and produce a short film detailing any activities and concerns for ourenvironment.
The quality of the films produced, andthe examination of issues was outstanding this year, giving the independent judges panel some di cult decisions to make. There is clearly plenty being done and thought about in regard to the environment and this was clearly shown in the productions that were viewed at the Awards Presentation Eveninglastweek.
As usual, the majority of entries were for the Primary School age category, however the standout di erences this year were that most of these were independent group or individual entries rather than school driven. They were accompanied by three excellent open category films byadultproducers.
Allfilmswere viewedat Te Ara Atea which has the technology to really showcase them.
Councillor Sophie McInnes
presented all participants with a prize and their certificates withthemajorprizeswonby:
• DeniseCarrickintheOpen Categoryfor Koathe Kanakanadepictingthe journeyupariverinbad timesandbettertimes.
• WeedonsSchoolinthe PrimaryAgeCategoryfor OneDay,amovingfilmon theirviewsaboutveryold treesbeingdestroyedin Auckland,andLeighton Scottwithgoodadviceon savingourplanet.
• CashallRanubuwhowas presentedwiththeKea Trophyforhishighly entertainingbutmeaningful film WelcometotheInsect Inn.
The awards evening with the attendant popcorn and refreshments was a thoroughly enjoyable one for the hundred people who attended, and Lincoln Envirotown would like to thank the Creative Communities Scheme, Rolleston Square, Selwyn District Council and the Rata Foundation for their support of theproject.
Cashall Ranubu proudly shows off the Kea Trophy he won for his film, WelcometotheInsectInn.
Work has started on a unique parkour area, 3x3 basketball court, and wheels area as part of a dedicated Youth Zone at Foster Park in Rolleston and is expected to be completed in June 2025.
ANIMAL SAFETY WITH FIREWORKS
Courtesy of spca.nz
Courtesy of spca.nz
While most people enjoy the fireworks festivities, unfortunately many pets become highly distressed by fireworks. SPCA receives dozens of calls relating to fireworks, especially around Guy Fawkes, including animal injuries, frightened animals, missing pets and, occasionally, abuseofanimals.
The loud noises and bright flashes of light can be very frightening, and many animals become highly distressed. This can lead to animals running away, going missing, injuring themselves, and becoming involvedintra caccidents.
Remember on November 5 to Remember on November 5 to Remember on 5 Remember on 5 keep your pets inside and your pets and safe on Guy Fawkes night. safe on Guy Fawkes Planning ahead is key. Be aware ofGuyFawkes Night and create a strategy for your animals. Making sure your pet has company of other animals
where possible, is kept inside, and has proper identification are just a few easy ways that you can ensure the safety of youranimals.
Tips for people organising for organising fireworks displays or fireworks displays or fireworks or fireworks or privately. privately.
• Peopleorganisingfirework displaysshouldlettheir neighboursknowinadvance. Putflyersinneighbour’s letterboxesandposton localsocialmediagroups. Thiswillalertthemtothe needtoplanfortheirpets.
• Organisersoflargefireworks displaysshouldplacenotices inlocalshopwindowsand informlocalmedia.
• Fireworkpartyorganisers shouldconcentrateon fireworksthatexplodeclose tothegroundanddon’t makeparticularlyloudbangs orscreeches.Thesearelikely tocauselessdistressto animals.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT
ROBERT YAXLEY
The family of Robert Yaxley, would like to thank everyone who supported us during the recent death of Bob. For the many kind gestures, flowers, food, cards and special messages and to everyone else who have given support to the family. We are truly grateful.
A special thankyou to Darfield Hospital and all of the wonderful sta& that work there our sincere thanks.
Donita, Clayton, Megan, and family.
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CARRS CARRS Chimney Cleaning. Servicing the Selwyn district. $80 per chimney. Please ph Rodney on 03 324 2999 and leaveamessage.
CHIM CHIM Chim. We'll sweep your log-burners flue, check the firebricks, baffles, air-tubes and controls. We're experts oncoal-ranges,alsosweeping any sized open fire. We quote and undertake repairs, flue extensions and install bird netting. 021 939 113 MembersNZHHA.
& house maintenance. All aspects covered including spouting, mortar, tiles, re-roofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing. General repairs. Please phone 03 347 6702 or0210302835.
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KITCHENS KITCHENS - new or renovate existing with new doors and bench tops, wardrobes, laundries, vanities made to size. Built-in bookcases and wall units, melamine or timber desks, buffets, tables or any furniture. Great prices and advice. Please phone Lex 0274393926or3490150.
Two fellows stopped into an English pub for a drink. They called the proprietor over and asked him to settle an argument.
"Are there two pints in a quart or four?" asked one. "There be two pints in a quart," confirmed the proprietor. They moved back along the bar and soon the barmaid asked for their order.
"Two pints please, miss, and the bartender o ered to buy them for us."
The barmaid doubted that her boss would be so generous, so one of the fellows called out to the proprietor at the other end of the bar, "You did say two pints, didn't you?" "That's right," he called back, "two pints!"
