Issue 714 Friday 2nd October 2015

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Inside this issue: Skiing For Success

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ISSUE 714 Friday 2nd October 2015

Spring’s DeďŹ nitely Here 3 VIP Excellence Awards

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Gandhi Exhibi on

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Parent To Parent - Great 4 Day Out Harvey World Travel Opens in Rolleston St John Youth Update EQ Survivor’s Garden of Love Dunsandel Young Farmers Make Finals Fer liser Boosts School

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McHugh Planta on

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DarďŹ eld Garden Club

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Raising Funds for the NZ 11 Heart Founda on Georgie Harper 12 Graduates Canty Country Cricket 13 Sports No ces & Results 14 SpringďŹ eld/SheďŹƒeld Netball Prizegiving

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Public No ces

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Diary

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ClassiďŹ eds

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Trades

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Last week, the achievements of two local referees were recognised at the Canterbury Rugby Football Union’s referee prize giving, held in the Christchurch RSA. Glenn Peddie managed to surpass his array of awards from the previous year (Personality of the Year and Most Improved of the Year, as well as accomplishing one of the highest scores in the law exam).

Glenn’s commitment to such an important role within the world of rugby earned him the ultimate title of Ellesmere’s No 1 Referee.

Kirwee’s Ross Aymes was also recognised when he was awarded the distinguished CRRA President’s Trophy. This trophy represents a Canterbury wide award and is presented to a member who has made a significant contribution to Canterbury Referees. This year, Ross was not only elected as Convenor for the Ellesmere region of Canterbury Rugby Referees; he also took on the role of Appointments Officer for the Ellesmere region when the other person in this role had to step aside due to illness. The appointment officer is responsible for appointing referees to all games in

Ross Aymes (right) receiving the CRRA Presidents Trophy Award from Canterbury Rugby Football Union President, Rob Tasker.

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While Hororata’s Harry Cookson expressed a little bit of disappointment at his Turoa run in the finals of the 14 years and under class of the New Zealand Junior Freeride champs it was enough, taking into account his two previous results (at Mt Olympus in early August and The Remarkables, late August) to make him NZ Champion. Another Hororata skier, Henry Freeman also had a good run finishing in fourth place overall at the finals.

Freeride skiing has evolved from the snowboarding style of the same name and is performed on natural, ungroomed, terrain, generally without a set course, or rules.

The first stage of the Junior Freeride champs for this year began at Mt Olympus - which is Harry and Henry’s home mountain - in early August.

Harry came first in this event and Henry was third; “Sadly this event was postponed a day after a nasty injury; a boy from the North Island broke his neck in three places but thankfully is okay,” said Harry’s mother Lucy Cookson.

The second event was at The Remarkables in Queenstown (late August) and this event featured a far larger field of competitors. The boys had never skied at The Remarkables, but skied incredibly well in marginal conditions, resulting in a third

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The last event was at Turoa and saw the largest group of competitors take part, with skiers coming from throughout the country. The conditions were extremely firm, unlike those the boys were used to skiing at Mt Olympus and Lucy was disappointed not to be able to accompany Harry to Turoa.

However his Uncle, Rick Cookson stepped into the breach, offering him encouragement all the way. At the completion of the Turoa leg Harry was fifth and Henry sixth, but on aggregate that put Harry in the lead and Henry at fourth place - an amazing result for two Hororata boys.

This past week the boys have been in Wanaka preparing for the Junior Nationals at Cardrona which start next week. They are competing in a variety of disciplines (racing, freeride, free ski, ski cross and halfpipe) and will compete against other juniors in their school year level.

“All the kids in the Cookson and Freeman families are competing down in Wanaka, with the

Henry Freeman - airborne. younger ones competing as Hororata School,” Lucy commented. “Also competing here too are Ruby and Sam Hewitt, Hewitt the children of ex Darfield Vet Simon Hewitt and his wife Tara, Tara who have now moved to the West Coast.”

In last year’s event young skier Poppy Freeman (Henry’s sister) performed extremely well at the Junior Nationals and all eyes will be on her to see if she can do the same again. The News congratulates Harry and Henry on their success and wishes all the young skiers the very best in their competitions next week.

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If, like me, Daylight Saving snuck up on you last weekend, this picture serves to remind us that Spring is in fact well and truly here. This photo of the News office in Darfield, complete with resplendent cherry blossom tree, was taken by Darfield photographer Rob Lawrence.

Lawrence The blossom trees down the main street currently present a beautiful picture and it’s to be hoped the Nor West winds stay away long enough for us to enjoy the beauty before they strip the trees of every last petal! - Editor

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Selwyn residents will have a rare opportunity next month to view a historic collection of photographs of Indian spiritual and political leader Mahatma Gandhi. The Selwyn Arts Trust, together with Selwyn District Council, is presenting this renowned international photographic exhibition of Gandhi’s life, at venues in Lincoln and Darfield.

The extremely rare 34 photos include portraits and informal photographs of Gandhi with his friends, followers and with Nehru, Jinnah and other major political leaders of the Indian independence movement. The photographs span all aspects of Gandhi’s life, showing him at home in quiet villages, at public gatherings and at formal political meetings, giving the public an extraordinary opportunity to see further into the lifestyle of this great man.

Many in India and abroad hailed Gandhi by the Hindu title ‘Mahatma’ meaning great soul. Gandhi trained as a lawyer until 1895 when he was invited to be an advisor to an Indian firm in South Africa. During this time he became a politician, journalist, and a leading figure in the Indian community which was being increasingly subjected to social and legal discrimination on racial grounds.

Also during this time he began to perfect ‘satyagraha’ - a form of non-violent protest in times of conflict for which he remains wellknown today.

“Gandhi was a figure of historic importance to our world, who led the Indian independence movement,” said Selwyn Mayor Kelvin Coe. “The values of peace and tolerance that Gandhi personified are universal.”

The exhibition will open on Gandhi’s birthday, Friday, October 2nd, at 7pm. Limited tickets

A great day was had by all at the Courten ay A & P showgrounds on Sunday, September 27th when Parent to Parent Greater Canterbury hosted over 110 people at a fun event.

These are families living with disabilities and it was a wonderful opportunity for some fun and friendship on a Spring afternoon. There were rides on the Darfield Fire Brigade Fire Engine, and on a traction engine, plus gumboot throwing competitions, treasure hunts, bouncy castles, pet lambs and calves, as well as treats in the haystack, a sausage sizzle and ice-cream!

Organisers of the event are extremely grateful for the financial support of the Malvern Lions - who ensured that that afternoon was indeed a lot of fun and friendship.

From the collection taken by Dr Dahdboy Rustam Wadia showing a portrait of Gandhi which will be on display during October. to the opening event are available.

The public exhibition will be on display free of charge at the Lincoln Event Centre during the weekends of Saturday and Sunday, October 3rd and 4th and from Friday, October 9th until Sunday, October 11th. The exhibition is open from 9am to 4pm.

Images from the Gandhi exhibition will also be displayed as smaller photographs at Darfield Library during Darfield Artweek from October 10th -17th.

For a ticket to the opening event please contact Selwyn Arts Trust Arts CoCo-ordinator, Rachael Inch by emailing arts@selwyn.govt.nz or by phoning 03 347 2722

Patrick Williams, Sebastian Williams, Laura Ashworth, Rochelle Waters, Sophie Williams, Evan Field and his parents get involved with gumboot throwing - much fun for all!

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Mark Saturday, October 10th on the calendar because it’s the day Harvey World Travel celebrates its arrival into the Selwyn District with their new store, located beside The Warehouse in Rolleston.

Harvey World Travel is the only true independent franchised travel agent where stores are 1 0 0 % ow ne d by t he operators. Operators who support their communities by offering first class travel solutions. This new Rolleston store will be no different, with owners Sue and Paul Robinson, Robinson hailing from Selwyn’s, Kirwee.

The new store is the second to be owned by the Robinsons who purchased the Blenheim store in November last year.

“We started the Harvey World journey with Rolleston in mind,” Sue commented.

“However the lack of available retail space meant we had to tread water for awhile.

Rolleston Square has always been our desired location, but we just had to be patient.

When Blenheim came up, we jumped at it, and while the travel away from home has been hard, we knew that one day we would get there with Rolleston. Finally that day is coming.”

In Blenheim the Robinsons support local Volunteer Fire Brigades with a portion of each sale going to them, and they plan to do the same in Selwyn. “We are firm believers in giving back to the community that support us,” Sue stressed. “There are so many deserving charities, but the Fire Brigade is close to my heart as a volunteer at Kirwee,” Paul commented. “So we are sticking with that and are proud to be able to financially support the seven brigades in Marlborough and eleven in Selwyn.”

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The store officially opens on October 7th but on the 10th there will be suppliers on hand to showcase their products.

More FM will be in attendance with face painting and colouring in to keep children occupied, freeing up their parents to talk travel. A barbecue will operate between 10am and 2pm.

“October marks UK and Europe on Sale, so it really makes the most sense to open when we know the prices will be really competitive. We have some amazing opening specials, and those, along with our outstanding staff makes us excited to be able to serve our local community. Whether it is business or leisure travel, finally Rolleston has a travel agent,” Sue concluded.

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Congratulations to Hanako, Hanako Charlotte and Kathryn who competed last weekend at the St John South Island Regional Competitions, held in Ashburton.

They represented Darfield and the Canterbury District well with some outstanding results.

Charlotte’s team (in which she was number three) was an Amberley based team, short on a member, but thanks to Charlotte they could compete with a full complement. The team was placed third in communications and first in first aid two.

Kathryn competed as a senior individual and was placed third in Communications and written, second in caregivers and first in first aid one and first aid two. This made her the runner up for overall aggregate!

A fabulous and commendable result. Kathryn was also in the Canterbury District Colour Party.

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Numerous nominations were received but West Melton’s Helen Coker is one of only five to make it as a finalist in the 2015 Gardena Gardener of the year competition.

The motivation for her garden creation is equally as amazing as the garden itself.

Helen and husband, Brian Coker were originally based in Christchurch where their garden boasted an extensive array of flowers and plants. The pair had always been keen gardeners and enjoyed the closeness it brought to their relationship and the beauty it brought to their home.

Then suddenly, their lives changed forever when Brian was trapped in the collapsed Cambridge Terrace, PGC building, during the February 2011 earthquake.

His saviours - two doctors, a police officer and a firefighter had no option but to perform a horrendous amputation to free Brian from the wreckage. His legs were now gone from just above the knee.

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Helen and Brian Coker: Creating a winning garden grown on a foundation of love. he now needed to negotiate his way through the home. The Cokers made the decision to build a new home in West Melton, specific to Brian's needs.

It was at this new home that Helen worked tirelessly to create her husband’s dream garden. It has taken her eighteen months of determination and hard work to complete it and she has done most of it on her own - including the heavy lifting and planting that was previously Brian’s role.

To show his appreciation for her efforts, Brian nominated Helen for NZ Gardener’s annual Gardener of the Year Competition. Brian is Helen’s biggest supporter and commented, “there’s been so

much focus on me for the past five years, but Helen has given up so much for me.”

Brian is now able to help out more in the garden. “The garden is important to us,” Helen said. “There’s a lot that Brian and I used to do together which we can’t do now. This is one thing that we were determined to still enjoy as a couple.”

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Dunsandel Young Farmer’s Club had an exceptional result at this year’s Tasman Region Competitions’ Day. Martin Bates was the winner of the Preliminary Regional Hunting and Fishing Clay Target Shooting competition. Alan Harvey and Jono Satterthwaite, Satterthwaite also secured a winning position for Dunsandel in the Fencing category. The wins for these farmers guarantees them all a place in the NZYF National Competitions Grand Final, to be held on July 7, 2016 in Timaru.

Alan Harvey, Jono Satterthwaite – Dunsandel YF, Tasman Farmlands Fencing Competition winners.

Young Farmers Preliminary Regional Shooting Champ: Martin Bates.

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Glentunnel School has attracted huge support from farmers who chose to nominate the school for the Hatuma Growing Minds Fund. Glentunnel School Principal at the time, Chris Bascand, commented that the 112 children school relies on the support of the community. “Rural schools are an integral part of the community and we work on our relationships with farmers and local businesses.

Every little bit helps and we appreciate the support of Hatuma Dicalcic Phosphate.�

Usually, catering lunches and morning tea at the local sale yards is the main way Glentunnel school raises money for extra resources.

Canterbury’s rural primary schools have been given a welcome boost to resources, thanks to the support of local farmers and fertiliser company, Hatuma Dicalcic Phosphate Ltd. Farmers throughout New Zealand are invited to support Hatuma’s ‘Growing Minds’ fund by nominating a school and in return Hatuma donates money from the fund to that school. It’s business as usual for the farmers but it gives rural schools some extra cash for resources.

Over the last six years Hatuma Dicalcic Phosphate has donated over $30,000 to New Zealand

(Back) L-R: Ex-Glentunnel School Principal Chris Bascand, Hatuma Field Representative Nigel Wilson and farmer Hamish Thorne with pupils: (Front) L-R: Alice Thorne, Millie Wilson, Abbi Wilson, Emy Wilson - holding some of the new resources which were purchased with the Hatuma Growing Minds funds. rural schools through the programme. Their extra funding has enabled Glentunnel to purchase more sports gear and math's equipment.

Hatuma Dicalcic Phosphate Field Representative, Nigel Wilson, who has three daughters at Glentunnel School, said the feedback about the initiative has been really positive. “Rural primary schools are the centre of our country communities and farmers have enjoyed providing support. The Hatuma Growing Minds Fund has been set up in a way that farmers can carry on business

as usual and their local school benefits. So it’s a win for everyone.�

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Selwyn District Council has taken ownership of the forest and Darfield ratepayers pay a levy to support it.

As readers will recall, some debate occurred when the original 1.5km track from Horndon Street (the Darfield end) to Homebush Road (at the west end) was upgraded. Since then a wide range of regular users and visitors enjoy it (folk can now can admire the forest and birdlife without the previous danger of tripping over tree roots).

After the heavy winter snow the main track and a new ‘loop’ track became impassable, however volunteers got stuck in and cleared it as quickly as possible.

Early in winter, Cr. Sam Broughton initiated the formation of the second parallel (loop) dirt track - which is now complete, raked and levelled.

User feedback has been extremely positive and it is pleasing to see just how many people have been using it during development and most say they are already regular visitors.

It is now complete, having been raked, cleared and levelled. The

loop track branches off the main track close to the Horndon Street carpark. It generally runs parallel and rejoins the main track fifty metres before Homebush Road. Both tracks measure 1.5 kilometres from one end to the other - so a full loop is 3km. A 250 metre joining track connects them both at about the halfway point.

As summer approaches it’s expected forest usage will increase significantly with walkers, runners and cyclists of all ages. Volunteers have also tried to make McHugh’s ‘pushchair-friendly’. It’s also worth noting that more users should lead to increased safety, and prompt alerting (e.g. fire warning).

Simultaneously with overseeing the new track development, Les Hurford has been coordinating the effort to plant hundreds of replacement Douglas fir trees in areas that were unfortunately cleared by a previous administration. They will reach the size of the current forest in the year 2138. McHugh’s Forest is a Douglas fir (Oregon) plantation, which was planted in 1893. It contains several other types (Pine, Oak, and

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Trees of this age are substantial in both height and girth and have become home to a wide range of birds.

Those responsible for this development hope the community will value and enjoy this asset.

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AQer a long and inclement winter, DarďŹ eld Garden Club Spring Show on September 15th was a cheerful introduc on to Spring.

Many members had thought that their spring gardens were a wee later than usual and perhaps there were not going to be many entries. However of course all members had been carefully A stunning assortment of Camellias at the DarďŹ eld tending their gardens and wow Garden Club’s Spring ower show. was there a show!

There was a beau ful array of yellow from the Daodils, the Tulips were a bit a thin on the ground, but there was a wonderful display from other classes, with the Camellias, blossom and shrubs in wonderful bloom. The Dr Avery cup for Premier Daodil was won by Cynthia Bishell and the Premier Bloom was taken away by a stunning Camellia from Margaret Seaton's garden. The most points for cut owers was a close run compe on between Margaret Seaton, Jackie Hill and Carol Williams.

The oral Art sec on was won by Kate Campbell. The speaker for the aQernoon was Steve Busch from 'Trees for Canterbury', who was both very entertaining and knowledgeable. Trees for Canterbury are situated at Charlesworth St (o Ferry Road) Christchurch and he was known to some members as they had helped with plan ngs in Tussock Square, some year ago. Trees for Canterbury was established in 1990 and their three main objec ves are to Employ, Educate and Regenerate.

They donate around 45,000 trees to community plan ngs every year, ge ng communi es involved in the beau ďŹ ca on of their local areas. They are big on recycling and now recycle milk cartons and in turn make their own paper, prin ng with simple New Zealand inspired designs for cards and envelopes.

Garden Club members were encouraged to support Trees for Canterbury by visi ng them and purchasing plants for the garden. AQer some friendly banter and laughter over the 'beneďŹ ts' of plan ng certain shrubs those aPending shared aQernoon tea whilst admiring the beau ful owers of Spring. DarďŹ eld Garden Club meets every third Tuesday, either for mee ngs or for ou ngs.

For further info contact the Secretary 03 317 9427.

hakatreelogging@gmail.com

Carol Brookling

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Friday 2nd October 2015

Kris McLeish is planning an epic 245km run to raise funds for the New Zealand Heart Foundation. This mammoth challenge will begin in Kumara (November 5th) (south of Greymouth), travel along the Great Alpine Highway, through Springfield, Sheffield Darfield (November 7th), Kirwee and West Melton to the final destination in Christchurch.

The run will be completed over three days and Kris is inviting people to join him along the route. There are many folk that intend to do this from points along the Highway, with runners from Waddington, Kirwee, Darfield and a large contingent from West Melton having already indicated they will join him for the final part of his journey, which will finish at New Brighton Beach.

Kris not only wants to raise money for the New Zealand He art F oundat ion, hi s emphasis is also on making people rethink their lifestyles, and with good reason. His brother, Scott, died of a massive heart attack on February 4th last year, at the age of only 38, leaving behind a wife and young twins. Scott’s children were born in August the previous year. His son spent 217 days in the neonatal unit of Christchurch Hospital, and his daughter spent 38 days in Christchurch Women's Hospital. “Scott spent nearly every night nursing his son in hospital, right up till he passed away. He was able to spend time with his daughter at home, but never had that pleasure with his son. You don’t realise how much people care about you and how much you would be missed if you were not here,” Kris commented.

The McLeish family’s tragic loss is representative of the huge number of people dying each year from heart related issues. Cardiovascular disease (heart, stroke and blood vessel disease) is still the leading cause of death in New Zealand, accounting for 30% of deaths annually. “I'm not doing the run to draw attention to me.

I'm doing it to draw attention to the Heart Foundation and their great work and for you to

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Kris McLeish: This determined heartracer is taking on an epic 245km run to raise money and awareness for the NZ Heart Foundation. ask the question of yourself and your own health. I've learnt a lot lately and have spent many long runs reflecting on life and the things that are really important.”

Kris has not always been this current picture of health and has drastically changed his lifestyle, going from 115kg down to 82kg. He has not found the process easy but believes that everyone is capable of making positive life changes to be proactive in preventing heart problems.

On the run he will be supported by an army-style truck complete with large canopy. Anyone who donates can have their logo/name printed on the canopy - the larger the donation the bigger t he pr i nt! The Hea rt Foundation is a great organisation that works very hard to help many New Zealanders live the life they deserve.

“If you're kind enough to donate, feel free to write a message in the comments section when you donate, for a loved one you may have lost or that may be battling heart disease,” Kris ended.

Kris is aiming to raise $20,000 and is nearly at the halfway mark.

To donate visit: www.heartracer.org.nz/ KrisMcleish Or visit the facebook page: Kumara to Christchurch Any companies who have donated via the website, can send through a copy of their logo to: mcleish.kris@gmail.com

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Kris, holding a photo of his nephew and brother Scott.

Kris, at his heaviest.

This is our seventh season of beet plan ng.

Beet crops we have planted have won Supreme awards at Malvern & Courtenay A&P, Mayfield A&P, Ellesmere A&P Winter Feed Compe ons.

New this year – 12 row Vaderstad Tempo planter with a GPS steered tractor.

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The Agri-Women's Development Trust (AWDT) builds women's business, leadership and governance skills through programmes and support delivered New Zealand wide, in partnership with industry.

Recently they celebrated the developing of skills and confidence of over 1,000 women in five years of operation.

Georgie Harper, jointly manages local sheep, beef, deer and cropping farm, Quartz Hill Station in the Rakaia Gorge with her husband and parents. She is also a graduate of AWDT’s course: Understanding your Farming Business.

Georgie was raised on the Quartz Hill family Station and has always wanted to farm there.

Following school in Christchurch and a BA at Otago, Georgie undertook post graduate study at Lincoln University in the area of Farming Management and Marketing. A four year stint for ANZCO foods followed, until an opportunity arose in 2012 to part-manage the family farm with her husband. Georgie enrolled in the Understanding your Farming Business as she believes it is important to foster personal growth, as well as keep up with the latest technology and industry news.

She describes the course as a wonderful foundation to all aspects involved in a farming business, while providing an opportunity to meet other women in a similar situation.

She also credits the course with giving her the confidence to bring her own ideas into the business; “Women have a lot to offer in the agricultural sector and a lot of the time all we need to do is have the confidence to start being involved, as well as a partner who is willing to listen.�

Speaking at the recent celebration in Wellington attended by more than 130 people, Minister for Primary Industries Nathan Guy thanked

Agri-Women's Development Trust Graduate, Georgie Harper.

Pictured with her daughter Flossie - Wearing earmuffs so Georgie’s dog whistling does not affect her ears! the Trust for its work in creating 'vital behaviour change and confidence'. "The huge role women play in the primary sector should not be underestimated - they are the si le nt he roe s a nd big achievers."

The enthusiasm and demand for the AWDT courses is apparent in the growth of participants.

Beginning with eleven in its first year, the Trust now has 500 women per year participating in its programmes.

Programmes which also cater to women who are not fully involved in farming, giving them the skills to break down barriers and get involved with their partners livelihood in a positive manner. More than 200 farming women are now measuring and

monitoring their farm performance and improving profitability as a result of the Trust's Understanding Your Farming Business programme.

While Georgie finds it hard to be in a position to leave the day to day running of the farm to go on a course, with forward planning and organisation she hopes to enrol in further classes as soon as practicable. “Keeping up with personal development, as well as ongoing technology and industry news is extremely important to us,� she said.

Georgie added; “If you are passionate about it, do it. There is no reason why women cannot farm either individually or alongside men.�

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Friday 2nd October 2015

The Canterbury Country Premier Cricket competition is set to start with a full round of matches on Saturday, October 3rd with a new sponsor on board. CRV Ambreed is the new partner for the season which will now be known as the CRV Ambreed Country Premier competition.

The competition sees the best cricketers from throughout the Country area compete for the Fulton Wright Cup. Five clubs from the Ellesmere, Malvern area and three from North Canterbury make up the grade.

Last year combined senior grade winners, Sefton, will again be the team to beat with new player/coach, Matt Laffey running the team.

Previous winners of the Fulton Wright Cup, Leeston/ Southbridge, also look to have a strong team when all key players are available. Country reps Toby Doyle, Doyle Mitch Ross, Ross Sam Baxter and Harry Chamberlain give the team a formidable look with former Country player J eremy Winchester captaining the side.

Former Nelson representative Tim Field filled in at times last season but is available for the full season this year. Missing this season are Club stalwart Mike Sheat, Sheat former Country under age player, Karl Winter a n d Co un t ry r e p S a m Chamberlain who has decided to focus on rugby with the Makos franchise over the summer months.

Weedons are a side full of experience and are again likely to be competition contenders when the points are added at the end of the season. Club stalwarts Shannon Dunnett and Paul Rugg are again likely to feature as are last season captain Josh Watson, Watson leading wicket-taker Devon Nightingale and batsman Sam Wilson.

Wilson Losses from last season are Mike Fleming who has moved to Hawkes Bay and Dan Fleming on the injured list.

Likely semi-finalists, Lincoln have made some impressive player gains this season with the most impressive being Canterbury contracted player, Kyle Jamieson from St Albans.

Country player, Henry Shipley, Shipley started his career with Greendale after finishing secondary school last Christmas and is likely to be the Club’s mainstay for many years to come. Long serving Club members Regan Dalley and Riley Wilson are back for another season and new players have been acquired from Darfield High School. Greendale have a solid look about them and are likely to upset a few of the more favoured sides during the season.

Southbrook is chock full of Country players and should be hard to beat when at full strength. Their top order includes Jack Boyle, Boyle Shanon Stewart, Stewart Ash Andrews, Andrews Matt Brine, Brine Andrew Robertson and Tony Hancox and although some will be lost to Country fixtures

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the Club has the depth to fill the gaps. Southbrook is again a likely semi-finalist.

Oxford has lost Liam Bartholomeusz to Riccarton and Mark Hogarth to Swannanoa but gained two new promising university students. Peter Fulton will bolster the side when available. Captain Luke Waghorn and brother Jake along with last season’s leading run-scorer Sanjay Undre will again feature. The Club is looking to build on last season’s fourth place position and could again be in contention for a semi-final berth.

South Malvern has finished in the top four in each of the last two seasons of the combined senior competition and are targeting a similar placing this season. New captain Michael Pauling will be ably supported by top order batsman and opening bowler, James Ferris and acquisition from Kirwee, Michael McCaughan.

McCaughan Former Country player, Patrick Reardon, Reardon will bolster the Club for a period during the middle of the season.

1st Round Draw, October 3rd: (Home teams named first) Lincoln v Oxford Sefton v Greendale Lees/Sthbridge v Sth Malvern Southbrook v Weedons

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Phone: 03 318 7342 Fax: 03 318 7347 Mobile: 0274 383 572 kelvink@xtra.co.nz

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Friday 2nd October 2015

Springfield Sheffield Netball Club held their 2015 prizegiving on September 13th following a great season which resulted in two teams making the finals.

The Stormers against South Malvern in the Premier reserve Grade, and their Senior team against the Kirwee seniors.

Unfortunately neither team managed to take home the title but they were well contested games all the same. At the prizegiving all the Club’s ANZ Future Ferns were presented with medals and certificates, while all coaches/managers

received flowers in recognition of their hardwork throughout the season. The Club thanks Melissa George - Malvern Netball’s president for accepting the invitation to attend, as well as the much appreciated supporters and sponsors of the Club who have been there throughout the season. Next season is already being eagerly looked forward to.

Listed below are the recipients of this season’s awards and trophies:

Club Trophies: • Umpire Cup: Steph Bothwell

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• Linda Woods Cup - Services

• Sportsman Cup: Katie Pratt

Benny • Most Dedicated Senior Player Trophy: Val MacKenzie • Most Promising Primary Player Trophy: Khalani Brightwell • Springfield 50th Jubilee Cup Team of the Year: Panthers (Primary A).

• Presidents Cup: Heather Begbie Team Awards:

• Most Improved Player Cup:

to the Club: Rachael Taiaroa- Social Team - Senior Grade

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• Most Dedicated Primary

Player Cup: Danielle Milliken

Sally Banks • Most Dedicated Trophy: Waimaria Ross-Marsh

• Primary Cup - Outstanding

Stormers – Premier Res Grade

• Most Improved Player:

• Most Improved Player: • Georgia Watson • Most Valuable Player:

• Most Dedicated Player:

Player: Khalani Brightwell

Primary B – Sparklers Kiara Paterson Lucy Hunter

Kylie Schnell

Senior Team - Premier Grade • Most Improved Senior Cup:

Olivia Willocks

Khalani Brightwell with the Most Promising Primary Player Club trophy.

ANZ Future Ferns with their medals.

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Primary A-Panthers

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PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

Darfield Country Xmas in the Park is drawing near (December) and to help make it such a fantastic family event once again, we need great performers to showcase their amazing talent.

This is your chance to stand up and be a star!

If you think this is for you, then we want to hear from you now.

Auditions will be held at 2pm, Sunday October 11th.

To register your interest, please email Rebecka: countryxmasinthepark@gmail.com or call/text on 022 540 9050

PUBLIC NOTICES TARA Marshall Dance Showcase Fundraising Spring Raffle: 1st Lauren McIlroy, 2nd Galletly Family, 3rd Juliet Johnston, 4th Jo Shepherd, 5th Sherie Paxton. Thank you for all your support, it is much appreciated.

YOGA for everyone. Classes in Darfield and Sheffield.

All enquires most welcome.

Contact Geraldine to learn more 318 3012 or 027 317 1502.

Monster Garage Sale Something for everyone!

Books • Clothing • Toys • Baby Gear • Sports Gear • Kitchen Plants • Tools • Electrics Bric-a-brac • Indoor/Outdoor Furniture • BBQ • Cake Stall & Raffles…

CASH ONLY

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Kirwee Plunket Toy Library October Dates Saturday 3rd, 17th & 31st October 10:30am - 11:30am

We have been fortunate to recently receive a LoTery Community Grant to spend on new toys.

Come along and check them out!

Kirwee Community Hall Choose from hundreds of toys for only $50 per year!

Check us out on Facebook

Enquiries email: kptl.toylibrary@gmail.com

Sunday 18th Oct 2015 9:00am to 1:00pm West Melton Community Centre

Submit your advert or read the paper online by visiting our new website

Donations of goods for sale Accepted @ W/M Com Centre Saturday 17th Oct 10am-4pm.

Ph Shona Card 347 1529 for enquiries

www.malvernnews.co.nz WEST MELTON SCOUT GROUP

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DATES TO REMEMBER 2nd Oct 2nd Oct 3rd Oct 3rd Oct 3rd Oct 3rd Oct 3rd Oct 3rd Oct 3 & 4 Oct 4rd Oct 4th Oct 4th Oct 4th Oct 4th Oct 4th Oct 5th Oct 6th Oct 6th Oct 7th Oct 7th Oct 9-10 Oct 10th Oct 10th Oct 10th Oct 10th Oct 11th Oct 12th Oct 14th Oct 14th Oct 15th Oct 15th Oct 16th Oct 16-18 Oct 17th Oct 17th Oct 19th Oct 20th Oct 20th Oct 21st Oct 24th Oct 31st Oct 9th Nov 17th Nov 29th Nov

6:00pm 9:00pm 8:00am 9:00am 9:00am 10:00am 10:00am 10:30am 9:00am 8:00am 9:00am 9:00am 1:30pm 10:00am 10:00am 10:00am 1:00pm

8:00am 9:30am

2:00pm 3:45pm 7:30pm 10:00pm 7:30pm 6:00pm 10:30am 7:00pm 7:00pm 10:00am 5:15pm 2:00pm 9:30am 10:30am 7:00pm 5:15pm

Global Buffet Live Band ‘Assembly Required’ World Cup $10 Breakfast Darfield Market Garage Sale Malvern Expo - Get to know what goes on in Malvern St Andrews of the Glen Market Day Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session WovenVeranda Open Days World Cup $10 Breakfast Motorcycle Expo Spring Into Oxford Kirwee Bowling Club Have-A-Go Day Garden Party - sponsored by the National Party Greendale Golf - Large 8 Inch Cup Tournament Geraldine Summer Fete Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session Malvern News Advertising Deadline Harvey World Travel Opening Day Darfield Touch Registration Night Pink Ribbon Street Appeal World Cup $10 Breakfast Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session Harvey World Travel In-store Day Octobeerfest Auditions for Country Christmas In The Park Darfield Tennis Hot Shots commence Darfield Touch Grading Night Kirwee Rugby Club AGM Rolleston News Deadline Hororata Swimming Club AGM Darfield Bowling Club Quiz Fundraiser DRFC & Darfield ITM Fishing Trip Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session Trends & Trivia Gala Night of Fun & Fashion Malvern Youth Trust AGM Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session Local Business Network Meeting Darfield Bowling Club - Student Bowling Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session Pregnancy & Parenthood Classes commence Local Business Network Meeting Christmas and Garden Trail Around Local Homes

Terrace Downs Terrace Winebar Darfield Hotel Opp Darfield Challenge Trinity Church Hall Darfield Rec Centre Glentunnel Kirwee Community Hall Deans Road, Darfield Darfield Hotel

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Malvern Plunket Centre, Jackson Street, Darfield New & Casual Members Welcome October DATES Toys available from Tues 6th Oct 10-11am 0 - 5 years th pm Sat 10 Oct 9:30-12 More info available at the Centre or by phoning Tues 20th Oct 10-11am Fiona Sat 24th Oct 9:30-12pm 021 117 9442

Darfield Bowling Club Fundraiser

Main Street, Oxford Kirwee Bowling Club Rakaia Gardens (Dorie) ‘Stover Farm’ Geraldine Malvern Plunket Centre Rolleston Darfield Rugby Club Darfield Hotel Malvern Plunket Centre Rolleston Darfield Hotel Darfield Tennis Club Darfield Rugby Club Kirwee Clubrooms Hororata Primary School Darfield Bowling Pavilion Lake Benmore Kirwee Community Hall Darfield High School Darfield Library Malvern Plunket Centre Malvern Business Hub Darfield Bowling Club Malvern Plunket Centre Kirwee Community Hall Darfield Hospital Malvern Business Hub

Friday 16th October 2015 Darfield Bowling Pavilion Entry Fee: $50 per team 4 Doors open 6pm, start 7pm sharp Quizmaster - Bob Masefield Bar available - No BYO please Supper provided Entries & Queries to: John Anderson 318 8212 Robert Ireland 318 8649

Interested in sponsoring a question for $10? ?

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Sunday 6.30

Origin Youth Thursday 7pm James Sutherland 021 029 52203

AIR CONDITIONING

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AIR conditioning repairs, re-gassing and installation on trucks, tractors, combines, forestry and earthmoving equipment. Fully equipped service vehicle including hosemaking. Over 40 years experience. Contact Ken at North Canterbury Auto Air. Please phone 0274 341 260 or workshop 03 313 6785.

MIGHTY Mix Natural Dog Food.

Natural & wholesome.

Premium nutrition. Cost effective, NZ Made. No artificial colours or preservatives.

Frozen concentrate & biscuits.

Now available from your local agent. Sue Neale 347 6702 or 021 207 0421, mightymixorders@xtra.co.nz

ALTERATIONS BEV’S Clothing Alterations & Repairs. 140 Chattertons Road, Yaldhurst, RD 6 Christchurch. Ph 342 4003.

CARPET CLEANING CARPET/WINDOW cleaning.

Thorough job, good price, quick drying. Highly recommended. Call/text Robert anytime on 027 299 9599.

CATTERY

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Doggy Day Care 312 Kiri Kiri Rd, Oxford

Ph Anne, Vern or Gareth Whiting

03 312 3355 027 288 8724 Open 7 days

9am-11am,

4pm-6pm

ANTIQUE portable forge, in SUMMERFIELD Fencing - in your working condition, $250. area now. Lifestyle. Farm.

Phone 03 347 8545.

Sheep. Cattle. Horse. All types PEA straw for sale. of animals. Fences. Yards. Med squares. Phone Mike sheds. Arenas. Shelters. Runs. 027 496 6265.

27 years contract fencing. RIDING and jumping saddle, John is available to help with good condition, $150 ono. design and planning. Ph Set of breaking in gear, as Carol & John Summerfield new condition, $100. Phone 03 312 4747.

03 347 8545.

TANALISED posts. 110 pointed FURNITURE 4" & 5". $600 the lot or $7 each. Silage cover 5mt x 15mt (new). $350. 200lt plastic barrels $20 each. Phone 317 9699 or 027 228 6701.

Repair & Re-Polish, WOOD shavings - untreated, French Polish clean shavings suitable for or Spray. horse stables, calving sheds, Pick up & deliver chicken houses and rabbit Phone 318 0047 hutches. Available in 70L bags, 1m 3 bales (compressed) and bulk FIREWOOD & COAL delivery. Phone 03 347 7352 HORORATA Firewood, old man for more details. pine and other varieties. Good supply. Buy now, quick GARDENS & LAWNS delivery. Ph 318 0705 or 027 781 1492 & leave a COMPOST well rotted pig manure and sawdust, no message. smell. Bags or bulk, pick-up or delivered. Phone 318 8131.

RK Firewood

Spring Special

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people in the whole world.

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DEADLINES

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Poplar - 6 mtrs $250

Phone 03 312 4637 or 021 260 4520

Next seasons wood 2016 Hardwoods still available

FOR LEASE

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• Coalgate township, lovely 3 bedroom home, sunny section, open plan and very cosy.

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• Darfield township, near new 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom immaculate home.

• Dunsandel, large 5 bedroom rural home.

Call Rebecka at HotelHomes on 022 540 9050 or 03 318 1355 LAND WANTED

HEDGE TRIMMING

HEDGEHOG Hedge & Shelterbelt Trimming Owner Operated Geoff 021 549 499 A/h 03 324 3482

Hedge Trimming in Canterbury

Call Don today on 021 066 3011 or 03 318 2983 • Half size tractor for easier

Editorial: 5pm Monday Advertising: 1pm Tuesday

THREE bedroom home for rent.

Darfield, private section.

Phone Alan 021 028 39783.

THREE bedroom house for rent.

Large section. Non smokers, Long term tenancy. pets by neg. $425 per week. Ph 317 9693 for further details.

FIVE bedroom, 1 bathroom, log fire, centre of Darfield. $450p/w. Please phone 027 326 3083.

Furniture

ANGEL Cats Boarding Cattery, DRIVEWAYS Oxford. Individual rooms. Lots of cuddles & loving care.

LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards LIFESTYLE Please phone 03 312 1452 Supplying semi-dry wood for next winter? website: www.angelcats.biz and dairy lanes our speciality.

Screened rotten-rock, it’s Available now - Old Man Pine (dry) email: angelcats@xtra.co.nz Bluegum, Macrocarpa local and lasts better. & Oregon (semi-dry) Springfield Quarry phone CELEBRANT Try the Hot Mix. All top quality, clean wood.

318 4132.

EQpos available.

WEDDINGS, WEDDINGS Civil Unions, Rini Contrac ng 027 451 7300.

Renewal of Vows, Naming FIREWOOD & COAL ceremonies and special occasions, Selwyn, Christchurch, Ashburton and AC & EA WAKELIN nationwide Simonetta Ferrari FIREWOOD Mature Pine - 6 mtrs $270 318 6800 /027 658 6206.

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HOLIDAY HOME

RIDING instruction available with BOARDER wanted for modern HOLIDAY home for rent - fully e x p e r i e n c e d , q u a l i f i e d home Kirwee. Large sunny self-contained. Close to instructor. All levels and ages room with built-ins. $250 per mountains, lakes & rivers. $80 catered for. On our horses or week. Sky, internet, power, per night per family. ponies or your own. Will travel. food included. Phone Kate Craigieburn Station Phone 03 318 8618.

Hororata 020 408 79185.

317 8033.

HOUSE TO LET FENCING FOR SALE

Darfield Life Church Ps Wayne Watson 027 281 8340 17 North Terrace

FLATMATE

access • Up to 6m height topped at 5m or less • Branch size up to 50mm • Cutter drops material to side of hedge

Lease Land Wanted • Any area • Min 3 hectares • Short or long term • Good rates paid

Phone Jackie & Mike 03 347 3479 LAWNMOWING LAWNMOWING - ride-on and push mower. Please phone No Hassles Handyman on 027 968 6582.

PAINTING & DECORATING

PAINTER Rapid Response.

Quality work guaranteed.

Interior/Exterior, roofs, spraypainting, waterblasting.

Phone Graeme for a free quote 318 2614. Email spotgee@xtra.co.nz

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PLANT NURSERIES

PAINTING & DECORATING

PAINTING & DECORATING

HORORATA Nurseries - Quality landscape plants at wholesale prices. Specialists in farm and dairy conversion plantings.

Natives, ornamentals, hedging, deciduous trees. Hardy locally grown stock. Friendly knowledgeable advice. Phone Dave or Wendy for hours we are open 03 318 0081 or visit www.hororatanurseries.co.nz

DEADLINE 1pm TUESDAY SITUATION VACANT CLEANER wanted. 1½ hours Sat pm for around small private poolside. Please phone Joan 03 349 5001.

VACAN CY: Store/Grounds Person, Charing Cross (15 mins from Rolleston, 7 from Darfield). Varied tasks, flexible hours. Minimum 15 hours per week - to be negotiated with successful applicant. Must be reliable, physically able, motivated, open to a range of tasks and able to work unsupervised. Some lifting required. May suit university student or semi retired.

Phone: 318 7671 or email: kelly@safetynetsnz.co.nz

Mobile Sheep Shearing Canterbury • Small Mobs • Lifestyle Blocks • Drenching, Tailing,

Ph: 03 942 2869 Cell: 028 8500 0783

For all your Interior & Exterior Pain ng Requirements SCRAP METAL

SCRAP METAL

Amalgamated Scrap Ltd Rod McQuoid -

Buyer Phone 027 695 0480 or

0800 030 712 Buying Cars & Farm Machinery Specialising in farm clean-ups.

SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

Greendale Mushrooms Local person required for Tuesday & Thursday work am

SHEEP SHEARING

pm

Morning start (6:45 ) usually finished by 12:30 . 12-14 hours per week.

Physical; box filling, preparation work & clean-up.

Applicants must be physically fit and healthy.

Some lifting and pushing involved. Forklift experience preferred.

Located on Telegraph Road.

Phone 03 325 4955.

Foot Trimming etc Generator available

Phone Shaun Adams

WINDOW REPAIRS SHELLEY’S Glass and Glazing.

Got a broken glass window?

Insurance work, Pet doors, Mirrors, Retro Refits, Single/ Double glazing, Splashbacks, Fire Glass. 32 years in the glass industry. Operates in Oxford, Cust, Darfield, Rolleston, West Melton & Surrounding Areas. Call your local Glazier - Mark on 03 312 3253 or 0272 426 368.

for a quote on

021 204 1274 SCRAP METAL SCRAPMETAL - cash paid for all type s of m et a l f arm machinery, old cars etc.

Please phone Wayne 027 749 9736 or 03 323 6610 (Licensed Dealer).

VEHICLE FOR SALE TOYOTA Rav 4 SWB 1995.

2L auto, overdrive, 180,000km, 4WD. $3,250.

Phone Sam 318 0960 or Bob 027 472 6595.

WINDOW CLEANING DIRTY WINDOWS: Professional friendly window cleaning service.

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Domestic / Commercial / Move in Move out / Rentals

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West Melton, Darfield, Rolleston, Hororata, Sheffield, Colgate, Kirwee, Springfield.

Free No Obligation Quotes!

Ph 021 364 664

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Mirrors Catdoors Splash Backs Retro Fit Double Glazing Insurance Repairs Ph 03 318 4128

www.malvernglass.co.nz

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General Farm Hand Aroha Downs is a 650ha mixed sheep, crop, beef and dairy grazing property, 10 mins from Oxford.

The successful applicant must be able to work in a team and have a positive attitude and work ethic, to join a team of 3 permanent staff.

Some experience is preferred but not essential as training and support will be given.

Applications for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

For more information contact Marcus on 027 477 3920.

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FOR all glass requirements phone Phil 317 9046 or 021 046 6046.

WANTED GLASSHOUSE in any condition.

Phone 317 9693.

GRASS paddock for grazing calves on. Any size considered. Also looking for Hereford calves. Phone Paula 027 364 0147.

WOOL wanted. Checkheaton Country, 8ply, Col.0216, grey (50g skein) 1 would be great, 2 would be better! Please phone Marj 318 8314.

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♌ Alterations/Upgrades ♌ Maintenance & General ♌ Town & Country

New Builds Extensions Renovations Kitchen & Bathrooms

Ph 0800 765 758 Mob 0274 339 104 A/H 347 9282 81 Main South Road, Rolleston

TRADES AUTO & Marine Upholsterer 3967 West Coast Rd, Phone 03 318 7378. Opening Hours: Mon to Fri, 8am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 12pm. www.advancedupholstery.co.nz PORTABLE sawmill for all your timber requirements and macrocarpa sales. Ph Graeme Knowles on 021 613 229.

Big Job or Small I do them all !

Qualified Tradesman

TORLESSE CONSTRUCTION LTD Dawson Gilchrist 021 232 3306 torlesseconstruc on@gmail.com

New Builds Residen al Commercial Extensions Renova ons Decks & Fencing Pergolas

Phone 31 83660 or 027 479 1431

House & Roof PrePre-Paint Wash

Moss Treating:

Hydro Drain Cleaning Cleans most surfaces: fences, paths, brick, block, wood, concrete & machinery.

roofs, footpaths & driveways.

Free Quotes. Ph Mike Richards 03 318 8380 or 021 179 0584

Handyman Dan Home - Lifestyle - Farm From fencing to sheds and everything in-between.

Years of experience and fully qualiďŹ ed.

Ph 318 8367 or 027 250 0059

COMPUTER

Phone: 0274 334 057 or 03 347 9774 Based in West Melton, we build, renovate and work with EQC and Fletchers and the current Remedial work. • We cover the Selwyn area - No Job too LiPle, No Job too Big. • We oer a full team of experienced tradesmen; Builders, Painters, Paper hangers, Brick laying, Plastering, RooďŹ ng. • Insurance quotes and repairs. • With the business opera ng for over 20 years, we are able to oer a wide scope of exper se and compe ve rates.

COMPUTER

SuperComputer Sales and Service of new and used machines.

Networking, Virus protection, Backup Re-loading and Restoring of Windows. Plain old fashioned Help & Assistance!

Women and cats will do as they Mark Jones please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the 03 318-1956 027 210 4242 idea - Robert A. Heinlein 0800 427 427 www.supercomputer.co.nz

mark@supercomputer.co.nz

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Daily On Site Sales & Servicing DARFIELD

Authorised Service Agent for Most Brands • Ovens • Washing • Cooktops Machines • Washing Machine Hire • Dryers • Dishwashers from $8 p.w.

Septic Tank Servicing Dairy Sumps Pumped Out Drain Unblocking

Oxford Appliances Ltd MURRAY DAWSON Reg. Service Technician 027 226 3898

Phone - Office 03 318 8609 - Mobile 0274 338 693

MALVERN COMPUTERS • New Computers • Virus • Laptops Removal • Problem • Upgrades Solving • Software

Closed Saturdays

Jon Lawrence Ph: 03 3183 699 Mob: 027 688 9103 malcomputers@clear.net.nz

Asus F555LJ Laptop • Intel i7 - 3.0GHz • • • • •

CPU nVidia Graphics Special 8gig RAM 1TB HDD $1295 Incl GST 7hrs batt Win 8.1

Mainland Plumbing & Gas Ltd

Maintenance & servicing Bathroom & kitchen renova ons Mains pressure hot water upgrades Blocked drains Fully stocked vehicles Fast, friendly professional service

Call Danie 021 875 462 03 980 2865 / 03 344 5744 www.spouting2u.co.nz

Laser Plumbing Christchurch West 0800 11 22 40

Cer fying Plumber & GasďŹ Per

chchwest@laserplumbing.co.nz

Over 25 years experience Domes c / Commercial • New Work / Renova ons Gas Hea ng & Appliances • No job too big or small

We are able to accurately share travelling costs between jobs with GPS tracking

Qualified

So try us first!

Contact Your Local Plumbing & GasďŹ Sng Specialist

Phone Glenn: 027 445 0684 Bricklaying & Blocklaying Stonework Restoration Work Chimney, Fireplace & Firebacks • Quality Workmanship Guaranteed • • • •

david wilkinson registered electrician phone 03 318 1231 fax email

03 318 1235 sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz

po box 26 kirwee

VINCE DALY Ph (03) 318 8020 021 250 6944

we’ll be there when you need us. guaranteed.

Upholsterer Heat pump supply, installa on, servicing & maintenance

Recover: Lounge Suites Dining Chairs Squabs etc Free Quotes Based in Weedons

General household & business electrical work.

Ph 03 980 4979

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Ph: 021 387 750 A.H: 03 318 0030

Your local & reliable tradesman

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Registered Drainlayer Septic tank installations Blocked drains Sewer & storm water Effluent disposal fields

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