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Darfield High School's Smallbore shooting team performed exceptionally well to secure third place in New Zealand's InterSecondary, Inter-Island match recently. The team consisting of Brogan Baldwin, William Benbow and Hunter Benbow competed against teams from across New Zealand at the tournament. The event alternates between being hosted in the North and South Islands, with this year’s match being shot in Wellington over the weekend of September 26th and 27th. There were a staggering 66 individual shooters making up 22 secondary school teams competing. Year 10 student Hunter Benbow achieved a personal best on his first card shooting 99.2 and continued to shoot remarkably well with his team mates, gaining them a total score of 858.24. Nelson College for Girls took first place with a score of 868.28 and Rangiora High School took second place with a score of 859.31. These scores completed a clean sweep of the event by shooters from South Island schools.
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Darfield High School’s exceptional smallbore shooters: (L-R) William Benbow, Brogan Baldwin and Hunter Benbow. Hunter’s high scores landed him a place in the South Island team who outshot the North Island, 1917.67 to 1905.67. This concluded a solid day of competition for the shooters and led to Hunter being selected for a Postal Shoot against the United Kingdom the next day. The international shoot was shot on English targets and the New Zealand team scored 1925 and will be
notified of the final results once the team from the United Kingdom shoot their cards. All shooters who were not selected to represent their Island shot in a plate match and William and Brogan were part of the winning team with a score of 949.
The opportunity to compete away from home has been a great learning experience for the young shooters. They will continue to receive support and guidance from their Clubs and are already preparing for next year’s competition which is to be held in Blenheim.
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Two local young people have been selected to represent the youth of Selwyn at Youth Parliament in July next year. Selwyn MP Amy Adams has named Tim Marshall of Broadfield as her Youth MP for 2016, while Speaker of the House Rt Hon David Carter, Carter who himself lives in the Selwyn electorate, has chosen Lexi Sutherland of Kirwee as the Youth Speaker of the House. Tim attends St Thomas of Canterbury College while Lexi is a student at Darfield High School. They were chosen from among six finalists by a panel including Amy and David as well as, Rolleston-based Police Sergeant Dan Harker. Harker The finalists had to give a five-minute presentation on local and national issues and then answer a question from each member of the judging panel. Amy praised all of the finalists for having the courage to put themselves forward and present their opinions to the panel. “I was very impressed with all of
Rt Hon David Carter with Lexi Sutherland of Kirwee. the finalists and would have been proud to have any one of them as my representative,” Amy added. David commented that he was also impressed by how well each finalist had delivered their presentation. “I have been involved in the selection of eight Youth MPs now during my time in Parliament, and the calibre of applicants just keeps improving,” he said. Tim Marshall and Lexi Sutherland will each hold the title of Youth MP from January 25th until July 2016. They are expected to engage with the
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While there was a fantastic turnout of stall holders for the Malvern Expo held on Saturday October 3rd at the Darfield Recreation Centre, organisers were a little disappointed at the public attendance. The Expo, organised by the Malvern Community Board, showcased local groups and organisations, giving those attending an insight into everything the area has to offer. A wide variety of groups were on hand and these ranged from a selection of sports Clubs, through to arts, crafts and hobby groups. Chairperson of the Malvern Community Board, Jenny Gallagher who assisted with the event’s organisation commented, “there weren’t quite as many members of the public in attendance, as we had anticipated, but the feedback from those who came along was exceptionally good.” Jenny added that it was likely that there would be another Expo, but that it perhaps wouldn’t be an annual event. “We would think about holding one maybe every two to three years. We are aware that there were numerous other activities taking
Malvern Expo: Pat Newmarch and Jill Moore promoting Darfield Garden Club. place in and around the district on Expo day and this may well have affected the attendance. We should also consider changing the Expo timing in future, so as to fit between the sports seasons. Most summer sports registrations had already taken place and competition games begun,” Jenny said.
Despite the turnout being low, probably due to sporting commitments, there was lots of information available and a great day was had by all. Check public notices pages in the future for upcoming events, registrations and further community group info.
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Serendipity is a group of likeminded people who have come together to share their acting experience for the enjoyment of the community. All, with two exceptions, have been, or currently are, members of Kirwee Players, some with many shows under their belt. To give them and the audience the chance to be involved in a community drama production that wasn’t a musical was an opportunity not to be missed. And so, under the direction of Kate Brunner, Brunner they are excited L to R: Mark Robb, Shirley Barron, Andre Brunner, to bring to the community three Belinda Cullen-Reid, Amanda Hopkins (under table). one act plays written by N.J. Warburton. Warburton Kate warns that the backstage when Gerry attempts and 7th, and the audience is audience should definitely be to bring order to the nightmare encouraged to bring their own prepared to laugh at the of props and missing crew drinks and nibbles to enjoy outrageous older actor, flirting members. Then share the highs throughout the evening. at every opportunity with the and lows at their party after the young, aspiring actress playing show finishes. See the advertisement in this ‘Ophelia’. Not forgetting the first Performances are for three issue for full details -hand view of the chaos nights only, November 5th, 6th of ticket sales.
Darfield Artweek is in its 34th photographic record of the life Gandhi year and is a celebration of the of Mahatma Gandhi. Arts, held across three venues. Darfield Artweek provides a Artists and art-lovers indulge in great opportunity to visit this iconic display of all things Darfield, enjoy its cafés and art and create a festival specialist shops, as well as the art on display. Taking time out atmosphere in the township. The annual art exhibition at the to choose a favourite artwork Darfield Recreation Centre and vote for the people’s choice showcases over two hundred a w a r d , p l u s h a v e t h e works by more than one opportunity to win the lucky hundred established, emerging draw also shouldn’t be missed. and local artists in a range of Free entry to all three mediums. Concurrently the exhibitions allows families to visit Selwyn Gallery features ‘Art In and appreciate the breadth of Felt’ by Loretta Sloan and talent within the community. ‘Pretty Little Things’ by The generosity of local ceramicist Tatyanna Meharry businesses and Friends of MCAC and at the Darfield Library a in supporting Artweek have
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Pack up your troubles: the whole school and staff in WW1 costume before the show! In the last week of term letters from their loved ones Greendale School performed a (one of which was a real letter play written by Yr 6 student from a pupil’s great, great, Millie Adams. Adams The keen writer Grandfather) and waited for scripted a story, from a many long years after initially collaborative class plan, about thinking their husbands would three New Zealand families and only be away for a short time. three Australian families whose All the featured husbands husbands fought in WW1. It returned, which made for a showed how the families got lovely ending. together for dances to keep All the Greendale children had a their spirits high, received part to play and it was well
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Plans are well underway for the celebration of Darfield High School’s 65th Jubilee, which will take place on Saturday, February 27th, 2016. It’s a wonderful chance to catch-up with old friends and neighbours and re-live time at the School. Those attending can enjoy a tour of the school between 4pm and 6pm, followed by Pre Dinner Drinks until 7pm, and a BYO Celebratory Dinner. From small beginnings, forty four first day pupils presented themselves for instruction on that eventful February day in 1951. They studied in a small,
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unpretentious building, adrift on a waving sea of Browntop, not a tree in sight, no sign of a rugby field or a basketball court. In later years Darfield has become one of the important Canterbury rural high schools translating to full High School status in 1962. The district between the Rivers can be proud of Darfield High School for its achievements over the 65 years of its existence, providing an environment in which each student is supported in their quest to gain the knowledge,
skills and attitudes for successful and confident living. Currently 750 students study a variety of subjects at Darfield High School. Expressions of interest and Registration to attend are invited from ex-Students, Former and Present Staff and all Associates of the School. These can be made through the darfield.school.nz website.
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The Charing Cross branch of New Zealand Red Cross, together with Scarlett Rose Fashions and Darfield High School PTSA are getting ready for a glittering evening at Darfield High School on October 17th. Starting at 7pm spring fashions from Darfield’s Scarlett Rose will be modelled on the cat walk and between sets, trivia quiz questions will keep the audience entertained. Teams of four are encouraged to book their tables soon and get their outfits ready, as there will be a Spring fashions from Scarlett Rose will be modelled on the prize for the best dressed Quiz cat walk and between sets, trivia quiz questions will keep the Team. Singles and smaller audience entertained. groups will of course be welcomed too, to join in the fun. communities to help them make As well as all the entertainment the transition to life in New on offer, a group of DHS girls Zealand an easier one. have bravely volunteered to model their ball gowns from this Tickets $35 available from year’s formal. Charing Cross Scarlett Rose Red Cross members will be or Darfield High School providing supper throughout the evening and they already DEADLINE have great plans to decorate the hall with some exciting floral 1pm TUESDAY displays. Darfield High School PTSA will operate a licensed bar throughout the evening and there will be great music too. All funds raised from ticket sales will go to help the work of New Zealand Red Cross with new refugees. They are the country’s primary resettlement agency and help to resettle around 750 new refugees in New Zealand every year. Social workers, employment specialists and volunteers work with refugees when they arrive in their new
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Students from Tara Marshall’s Dance and Fitness Studio recently made their way over the Pass to compete in the annually held Greymouth dance Competitions. This year marked the centennial of the Greymouth Competition Society Festival of Dance, which was staged at the Regent theatre. Local dancers did amazingly well with a number of students achieving high placings in the competitions. Open Contemporary Team: Team 1st - Rock On Hip Hop 14 yrs & Under Team: Team 1st - Say Yes 2nd - About That Base Jazz 14 yrs & Under Team: Team 2nd - Timber Open Jazz Team: 2nd - Good Vibrations 14 yrs & Under Lyrical Team: 2nd - The Rose 10 yrs Modern Jazz Novice: 1st - Cedar Scott 10 yrs & Under Classical Ballet: 2nd - Cedar Scott (taught by Frances Scott) 12 yrs & Under Jazz: 2nd-Teresa Barnhill 3rd - Niamh Moriarty
Modern or Hip Hop Duo 10 & U 1st - Jaida Banks & Lily Payton 2nd - Millie Wilson & Ella Lagan Open Modern Jazz Trio: 1st - Hannah Oakley, Pippa Foster, Jade Collier 2nd- Jaida Banks, Lily Payton, Neve Molloy 3rd - Aleisha & Caitlin Knowles, Breanna Hodges Open Lyrical: 2nd - Hannah Oakley 12yrs & U Jazz Championship: 2nd - Niamh Moriarty 12 yrs and Under Hip Hop: 2nd - Sophie Kingi 10yrs Lyrical: 3rd - Cedar Scott 12yrs & Under Lyrical: 1st - Niamh Moriarty Contemporary 16yrs & Under: 2nd - Jade Collier 9 yrs Jazz Class: 1st - Lily Payton Broadway Jazz: 3rd - Caitlin Knowles Jazz Duo 14yrs & Under: 1st - Breanna Hodges and Emily Bitmead 2nd - Teresa Barnhill and Niamh Moriarty 3rd - Caitlin Knowles and Sophie Kingi
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Mowing/Raking/Baling/Wrapping Our ‘wrapped mini round bales’ are perfect for small holdings because their compact size and the ease of lifting - no more wastage from large bales! Mini rounds are ideal for wrapping as they are a tighter bale than your standard conventional wrapped bale, ultimately providing better quality feed. We provide services for conventional bales, including mowing, raking and baling. We Bales 4 U Contracting Ltd purchase standing feed/grass at competitive prices, and sell mini round baleage/hay and conventional hay bales. We provide the complete package at competitive pricing. Contact us today to book in your paddock!
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Picture on the left is Marjorie Cattell enjoying a selection of ‘High Tea’ treats. Right is Natalie Morrison with Kevin the cat. To honour aging and in recognition of the International Day of the Older Person on October 1st, Westmar Senior Care in Darfield held a muchenjoyed, celebratory ‘High Tea’. Throughout the world a demographic revolution is currently underway. Today, world-wide, there are around 600 million persons aged sixty years and over; this total will double by 2025 and will reach virtually two billion by 2050 the vast majority of them in the developing world. The Westmar ‘High Tea’ to embrace aging positively, went extremely well with staff and
residents all enjoying a particularly yummy morning repast. Largely organised by Genny Gumley, Gumley Westmar’s Diversional Therapist, the event was decorated with beautiful spring flowers, the best china was rolled out, and of course there was home baking provided by staff and family members for all to enjoy. “Often we focus on the negative aspects of aging so it’s good to celebrate aging in a positive way,” commented Robyn Macklin, Macklin Nurse and staff member at Westmar Senior Care.
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STEVE ROBERTS M: 027 439 8410 E: tepirita@xtra.co.nz Selwyn MP Amy Adams is encouraging local youth with bright ideas to apply for a share of the $120,000 Opportunity for Young People fund. “The funding will be awarded to young people aged between 12 – 24 years with clever and achievable ideas that will make a social or environmental difference,” Amy said. Amy stated that funding would be awarded based on the innovation, viability, potential for growth and social impact of the project, while also considering value for money. “This fund inspires youth to apply a commercial approach to solving social or environmental challenges - a way of thinking that is vital to the future of New Zealand,” Amy added. “Young
people who solve community problems with innovative and entrepreneurial thinking are well placed for future leadership roles.” “By working on projects they have designed, young people develop valuable decisionmaking skills and confidence,” Amy said. The Opportunities for Young People funding comes from the $2 million Government Youth Enterprise Fund launched in December last year. Interest for this round of funding must be registered by October 20th 2015. More information about the Opportunities for Young People Fund is available at www.myd.govt.nz/funding/youth -enterprise-initatives-fund.html.
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021 248 8227 or A/H 03 318 8227
The Darfield Bowling Club is now two weeks into its new season having held a successful Opening Day for its members including several new members - on Saturday, September 26th. On Sunday, September 27th, the Men held their annual clash with the Riccarton Racecourse Club and had a four games to one, victory over their rivals. Last Saturday the Club had another outing playing the annually held event against the West Melton Club and ran out
narrow winners by 8½ to 7½. This coming weekend sees the beginning of Bowls Canterbury Interclub Competition with the Darfield Men entering two Sevens teams and a Two Fours team, while the Ladies have entered a Fives Team in the weekly competition. Things coming up of note for the Darfield Bowling Club are their popular ‘Quiz Night’ which will be held on Friday, October 16th, with the well known Banks Peninsula identity Bob Maisfield
as its Quiz Master once again. Anyone wishing to enter a team in this Quiz can ring John Anderson - a good night’s entertainment is assured. Another event coming soon on the Bowling calendar is ‘Student Bowls Day’ to be held on October 21st at 2pm. Enquiries about this event can be made to: • Steve Mitchell 318 8193 • Russell Green 318 8657 • or Darfield High School.
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Kirwee Bowling Club members and curious newcomers enjoy the calm before the storm at have-a-go day. Members of the Kirwee Bowling Club had been busy preparing for their Have-a-Go Day last Sunday, October 4th. However when the day dawned forecasts started coming in for gale force nor’westers, predicted to make their way up the South Island. Blustering winds are not the best conditions for bowls and the organisers suspected they might be forced
indoors. However, conditions were settled in the early afternoon and perfect calm prevailed for the first hour of the ‘open house’, making it a great welcome for visitors. Approximately fifteen people came along to find out what lawn bowls was all about, bringing with them a mixture of enthusiasm and curiosity. While some struggled even to get the
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hang of the bowl delivery, one rather competitive pair of males (who will remain nameless!) progressed to the point of being able to knock the kitty clear off the green! The gusty nor’west returned later in the afternoon, adding to the challenge and frustration, so it was a welcome sound when the bell rang for time and everyone went inside for a debrief over tea and biscuits. It was generally agreed that the event was extremely successful, and the Club would like to thank all those who came along to support it. The Club is keen to acknowledge Bowls Canterbury for its support in providing a promotional trailer full of gear that they were able to use for the day, and also at the Malvern Expo on the Saturday preceding it.
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The 2015 Hororata Highland Games Chieftain is an authentic Scot with royal connections. Alex Bruce, Bruce Managing Director of Adelphi Distillery Ltd, the finest independent bottler of single cask Scotch whisky, has been appointed Chieftain for the event to be held on November 7th, 2015 at the Hororata Domain. Whisky is in Alex's blood. His mother, an Usher, is a direct descendant of Andrew Usher who is credited with pioneering blended whisky, and his father, Lord Elgin, Elgin is a patron and former Grand Master of the Keepers of the Quaich. He is also a direct descendant of King Robert the Bruce. Bruce “I am truly honoured to have been asked to be the Chieftain of the Hororata Highland Games 2015. I first visited Hororata, as a travelling student, in the early 1990’s, and then again just before and after the devastating earthquake of 2010. The work of the Hororata Community Trust has been immense and inspirational, and I was especially delighted to hear of the inaugural Highland Games in 2011,” explained Alex. “Many believe that Highland Games provided the Chieftain with a chance to select the fittest, most musical and entertaining from within the clan or family to challenge the rival clans, but they were also founded as celebrations of success in battle. The village of Ceres in Fife (Scotland), not far from where I live, received the charter to hold its Games from my ancestor, Robert the Bruce, immediately after their bowman had helped defeat the English army at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. There has been a Games there every year since, except those of
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conflict. I hope that the Hororata Games will still be going strong in 701 years as well, and that the visitors and spectators continue to enjoy the tradition as much as the competitors themselves.” Alex, along with local Michael FraserFraser-Milne from Whisky Galore, has worked with the Hororata Community Trust producing the Hororata Whisky label since 2011. Adelphi Distillery bottles the Hororata Whisky, of which three single malts and a fine blend have been imported under the label. The 2015 premium Hororata Whisky has been personally selected by Alex and will be labelled as the ‘Chieftain’s Choice’. The Hororata Whisky will be available from the Whisky Galore stall at the Games and then through their store. “The whisky is a combination of just a few ex-Sherry casks of Scotch malt whisky from distilleries in the Highlands and Islands. Mellow, with dark fruits, a great mouth texture and lingering finish. 2015 also marks the Year of Food and Drink in Scotland, and you won’t find a better excuse than that for trying a wee dram on the day, responsibly of course,” concluded Alex.
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Café Hope Open 10:00am Sunday 11th Oct Sheffield Hall Railway Terrace, Sheffield All Welcome
Saturday 31st October KIRWEE HIGHWAYMEN GOLDEN OLDIES RUGBY Kirwee Hall - 8pm Tickets $20 pp Fancy Dress Prizes for Best Dressed Male, Female & Couple NIBBLES & SUPPER. CASH BAR
Malvern News Deadlines: Editorial 5pm Monday Adver sing 1pm Tuesday
Contacts: Debbie 027 287 1687 AnneKe 021 755 946
SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER 2015 1:00 - 4:30pm TICKETS: $20
Open Day COME AND SEE YOUR NEW AMBULANCE STATION IN BRAY STREET, DARFIELD
Saturday 17th October Between 2 - 4 pm
On November 1st, Selwyn will host the first garden tour of its kind in many years. Several private gardens will be abuzz with activity. The tour has come about as a result of a fundraising think-tank on behalf of the Ellesmere College 1st XV Rugby Team. The garden tour is within the Dunsandel, Leeston and Southbridge areas and can be completed in any order throughout the day; visitors can do as much, or as little, as they prefer. The tour will see visitors meandering through various sized gardens; ranging from the average section, making the most of space and light, through to gardens boasting three to five acres of plants, trails, history and enchantment. To complement the garden tour, there is a country market set up at one of the gardens - a great opportunity to get some Christmas shopping completed early, as well as enjoy some refreshments. Ellesmere College have two rugby teams and two netball teams travelling to Sydney in April 2016. All funds raised during the day will be used to support the 1st XV Rugby team in their fundraising efforts for this trip. Further information can be found on the Selwyn Spring Garden Tour Facebook page.
● Includes Devonshire Tea ● Market Stalls
EARLY BIRD PRIZE DRAW: Get your cket by Friday 9th October to be in to win TICKET OUTLETS: ● Pin Tin (Talbot St) ● Jennian Homes (287 Hilton Highway) ● i-Site Ashburton ● Parkside Dairy TICKETS ONLINE: EvenSinda.co.nz ● handk.dgTa@xtra.co.nz FOR MORE INFORMATION: Tracey McKay 03 693 7404
Wander through a stunning garden seUng with over 70 quality stalls, delicious food & beverages. Featuring Jax Hamilton Music by Assembly Required
Adults - $15 Children 14 & under - Free Gate entry, cash only or ckets can be purchased through www.evenVinda.co.nz No Dogs (except Guide Dogs). The Fete is on rain or shine.
www.OxfordFete.co.nz
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WALK IN THE WOODS
Monster Garage Sale
Darfield Playcentre
Something for everyone!
XMAS MARKET
PUBLIC NOTICES
Terrace Station, Hororata
Sunday 11th October 11:00am - 3:30pm www.terracestation.org.nz
Darfield Preschool & Nursery
$10 Portrait Fundraiser
Books • Clothing • Toys • Baby Gear • Sports Gear • Kitchen Plants • Tools • Electrics Bric-a-brac • Indoor/Outdoor Furniture • BBQ • Cake Stall & Raffles…
PUBLIC NOTICES
Saturday 28th Nov, 10am-2pm at the Playcentre
CASH ONLY
Stalls cost $15 (must supply own table)
Sunday 18th Oct 2015 9:00am to 1:00pm
Anyone from the community can have a stall whether it be second-hand clothes, toys or selling craA etc For further info email: darfieldplaycentre@gmail.com
Have a portrait of your choice taken
West Melton Community Centre
Jack & Jill Photography will be at the Preschool 1D Cardale Street on Sunday 11th October
Donations of goods for sale accepted @ W/M Com Centre Saturday 17th Oct 10am-4pm.
For $20 you receive a 10 x 13 portrait. With a chance to buy extra prints.
Ph Shona Card 347 1529 for enquiries
For informa on or if you would like to book a si ng, please contact Clare 318 8836 between 9am- 3pm or leave a message. Support your local children and the community.
PUBLIC NOTICES
WEST MELTON SCOUT GROUP
Advert sponsored by Torlesse Construc on
DARFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
65TH JUBILEE SATURDAY 27TH FEBRUARY 2016 Register: www.darfield.school.nz Phone 03 318 8039
DATES TO REMEMBER
9-10 Oct Pink Ribbon Street Appeal 9-11 Oct 9:00am Gandhi Art Exhibition 9-18 Oct Darfield Artweek commences 10th Oct 8:00am World Cup $10 Breakfast 10th Oct 9:00am Darfield Market 10th Oct 9:30am Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session 10th Oct Harvey World Travel In-store Day 10th Oct 6:00pm Octobeerfest 10, 12-16 Oct Gandhi Art Exhibition 10-17 Oct The Sewing Room Giftware Sale 11th Oct Darfield Preschool & Nursery $10 Portrait Fundraiser 11th Oct 10:00am Cafe Hope 11th Oct 11:00am Walk In The Woods 11th Oct 12:30pm Sunday Buffet 11th Oct 2:00pm Auditions for Country Christmas In The Park 12th Oct 3:45pm Darfield Tennis Hot Shots commence 12th Oct 6:00pm Positive Pilates - Term 4 commences 13th Oct 1:00pm Malvern News Advertising Deadline 14th Oct Darfield Touch Grading Night 14th Oct 7:30pm Kirwee Rugby Club AGM 15th Oct 10:00pm Rolleston News Deadline 15th Oct 7:30pm Hororata Swimming Club AGM 16th Oct 6:00pm Darfield Bowling Club Quiz Fundraiser 16-18 Oct DRFC & Darfield ITM Fishing Trip 17th Oct 10:30am Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session 17th Oct 2:00pm Open Day for New Ambulance Station 17th Oct 7:00pm Trends & Trivia Gala Night of Fun & Fashion 18th Oct 9:00am West Melton Scouts Monster Garage Sale 18th Oct 1:00pm Home & Kitchen Trail 19th Oct 6:30pm Spring Fitness Frenzy Intake 10 19th Oct 7:00pm Malvern Youth Trust AGM 20th Oct 10:00am Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session 20th Oct 5:15pm Local Business Network Meeting 20th Oct 7:00pm Dunsandel Groundwater Users Assn Inc AGM 21st Oct 10:00am Mums & Bubs Fitness Class 21st Oct 2:00pm Darfield Bowling Club - Student Bowling 21st Oct 7:30pm Firearms Licence Testing 22nd Oct 7:30pm Sheffield Volunteer Fire Brigade Public Meeting 24th Oct 9:30am Darfield Plunket Toy Library Session 31st Oct 10:30am Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session 1st Nov 10:00am Oxford Garden Fete 5-7 Nov 7:30pm Serendipity Players present A Trilogy of One Act Plays 9th Nov 7:00pm Pregnancy & Parenthood Classes commence 17th Nov 5:15pm Local Business Network Meeting 28th Nov 10:00am Darfield Playcentre Xmas Market 29th Nov Christmas and Garden Trail Around Local Homes 27th Feb Darfield High School 65th Jubilee
Lincoln Events Centre Darfield Hotel Opp Darfield Challenge Malvern Plunket Centre Rolleston Darfield Hotel Darfield Library Mid West Mews, Darfield Cardale Street, Darfield Sheffield Hall Terrace Station, Hororata Terrace Downs Darfield Tennis Club
140th Show to be held at Kirwee on 21st November Schedules now available online from www.courtenayshow.org.nz or can be picked up from Darfield Farmlands, Darfield PGG Wrightson, Darfield Library, or Kirwee Challenge.
Entries close on Monday 19th October, except Fruit, Vegetables & Flowers (Wednesday 18th November). Site space closes Monday October 26th. Secretary, Courtenay A & P Association P O Box 36, Kirwee 7543
Darfield Rugby Club Kirwee Clubrooms Hororata Primary School Darfield Bowling Pavilion Lake Benmore Kirwee Community Hall Bray Street, Darfield Darfield High School West Mel Community Centre Geraldine Kimberley Hall Darfield Library Malvern Plunket Centre Malvern Business Hub Dunsandel Sports Centre Darfield Rec Centre Darfield Bowling Club Darfield Shooting Centre Sheffield Hall Malvern Plunket Centre Kirwee Community Hall Ribblesdale Gardens Kirwee Community Hall Darfield Hospital Malvern Business Hub Darfield Playcentre
Serendipity Players present
A Trilogy of One Act Plays by N.J. Warburton The local drama group are putting on ‘Hamlet’. Watch as they rehearse for opening night. Try not to laugh as the backstage crew attempt to manage the furniture and props. And finally, join the cast and crew as they celebrate at the after show party.
Three nights only:
5th, 6th, 7th November - 7.30pm Kirwee Community Hall Tickets $20.00 available from the Malvern News (cash or cheque only) or email:serendipityplayers2015@gmail.com
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HORORATA |03 3180812
Dunsandel Groundwater Users Associa on Inc No ce of the 2015
Darfield Shooting Centre Cnr Telegraph Road & Creyke Road
Annual General Mee ng
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT IN loving memory of Benji. Sadly missed by Norma and Jasmine. ACCOUNTANTS LAY ASSOCIATES Chartered Accountants. Rolleston Office phone 03 347 4501, Leeston Office phone 03 324 3030. “Real people, real knowledge”. AIR CONDITIONING
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Debbie Hewi7 nee Winter The HewiD and Winter families thank everyone for their love and support following the death of Debbie. Thank you for the lovely cards, baking and flowers. They are very much appreciated. Thank you to the Oxford medical team and those who cared for her in the last few days. BUSINESS FOR SALE
BUSINESS FOR SALE
Darfield Hair Boutique Main Street, Darfield Established hairdressing business for sale in leased premises. Modern decor. Would suit owner/operator. Phone Emma 027 504 4515
Open 24/7. DRIVEWAYS LIFESTYLE, LIFESTYLE farm tracks, yards and dairy lanes our speciality. Screened rotten-rock, it’s local and lasts better. Springfield Quarry phone 318 4132.
Origin Youth Thursday 7pm James Sutherland 021 029 52203
EQUESTRIAN
Wed 21st October 7:30pm
To be held Tuesday 20th October at 7pm Dunsandel Sports Centre Agenda:
Lucy Johnson, Secretary/Treasurer Tel: 027 459 2303
people in the whole world.
Sunday 6.30 Ps Wayne Watson 027 281 8340 17 North Terrace
All Welcome
• Chairman’s address • Financial Accounts • Elec on of CommiDee • Membership & Annual Subs • General Business
CHURCH of the Open Door, Te Pirita. God loves all the
Darfield Life Church
Selwyn Sawmills Ltd Due to Health and Safety legisla ve changes, we will not be selling mber trimmings/firewood and sawdust to the public from now on. Please call M.A. Bruce, Hororata for all bulk and retail queries - Ph 03 318 0778
CHURCH NOTICES
CHURCH NOTICES
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. CELEBRANT WEDDINGS, Civil Union Ceremonies, Renewal of Vows, Naming Ceremonies, Funerals & Unveilings. Jenni Gibson ph/ fax: 324 8332 M: 021 723 089 jenni@celebrantservices.net.nz www.celebrantservices.net.nz
FACILITY for hire. Arena, showjumps, x-country fences, spars, forest, riding, country road riding. $15 per horse. Safe parking. Phone Leanne 027 923 5466
DEADLINE
1pm TUESDAY
FENCING
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EXPERIEN CED counsellor SUMMERFIELD Fencing - in your available to provide focus and area now. Lifestyle. Farm. support. Dawn Logan BA Sheep. Cattle. Horse. All types (Psyc) Cert Psyc Care(Otago) of animals. Fences. Yards. A&D Counselling(C.I.T). Ph sheds. Arenas. Shelters. Runs. 27 years contract fencing. 027 252 7533. John is available to help with design and planning. Ph Carol & John Summerfield 03 312 4747.
Anxiety & Depression Mental Skills Coach Experienced, qualified, professional. Adults & Children
FIREWOOD & COAL HORORATA Firewood, old man pine and other varieties. Good supply. Buy now, quick delivery. Ph 318 0705 or 027 781 1492 & leave message.
Anna Dalzell Phone 0800 2CHANGE DOGS
RK Firewood
FREE RANGE POOCHES Breeding & Boarding Going to the Coast? Can’t take your Dog?
Supplying semi-dry wood for next winter? Available now - Old Man Pine (dry) Bluegum, Macrocarpa & Oregon (semi-dry) Try the Hot Mix. All top quality, clean wood. EApos available.
Rini Contrac ng 027 451 7300.
FIREWOOD 3m $180 6m $350 9m $510 12m $670 3 3
CLEANING CARPET/WINDOW cleaning. Thorough job, good price, quick drying. Highly recommended. Call/text Robert anytime on 027 299 9599. INSIDE n Out Cleaning have a team of Cleaners and gardeners for your builders cleans or domestic cleaning needs. Site clearing and gardening. Anything inside or out of the home. For all your cleaning needs call 020 4069 3732.
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BOARDER wanted for modern home Kirwee. Large sunny room with built-ins. $250 per week. Sky, internet, power, food included. Phone Kate 317 8033.
Furniture
HEADSTONE
FOR SALE 4 year old Sharp Navigator vacuum cleaner. Excellent condition and accessories. Offers. Phone 318 0003. PEA straw for sale. Med squares. Phone Mike 027 496 6265. WOOD shavings - untreated, clean shavings suitable for horse stables, calving sheds, chicken houses and rabbit hutches. Availabl e in 70L bags, 1m 3 bales (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 03 347 7352 for more details. FREE LAWNMOWERS - 1 Harry rotary and 1 electric reel type. Both with catchers and in good working order. Phone 03 318 7694. GARAGE SALE TOOLS, odds & ends. Free stuff. Saturday 10th October, 8:30am. 3 Currie Street, Darfield. HEDGE TRIMMING
HEDGEHOG Hedge & Shelterbelt Trimming Owner Operated Geoff 021 549 499 A/h 03 324 3482
Repair & Re-Polish, French Polish or Spray. Pick up & deliver Phone 318 0047 HOUSE TO LET FIVE bedrm, 1 bathrm, log fire, centre of Darfield. $450p/w. Please phone 027 326 3083. HOUSE 3 bedrm on family lifestyle block, Curraghs Rd. Has washing machine, dryer, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, heat pump. 10 mins to Hornby/Rolleston. $320pw. Available now. Ph 349 4993. SINGLE lockable rooms in Darfield hostel. $160pw includes power, phone, internet & Sky TV. Phone 0274 791 431 or 317 9974. THREE bedroom home for rent. Darfield. Private section. Phone Alan 021 0283 9783. THREE bedroom house for rent. Large section. Non smokers, Long term tenancy. pets by neg. $425 per week. Ph 317 9693 for further details. UNIT - small but modern, like a motel with everything in it. 7kms from Darfield in quiet country area. $220 pw available immediately. Phone 0272 911 994 or 3183 660. WEE bit scruffy but tidy, warm, 4 bedroom house and garage on large section in centre of Darfield. Pets ok, View 6 McLaughlins Road. $290 p.w. References required. Phone 027 230 2373.
PAINTING & DECORATING
Makeovers Grave headstones cleaned & details repainted onsite. Prices from $120 each. Satisfaction guaranteed.
INSPECTIONS TENANCY Inspections! Offering initial & routine inspections on tenanted houses, taking the hassle out for you. Call Rebecca of Rural Tenancy Inspections Ltd on 027 313 2270 or email rtil@xtra.co.nz PLANT NURSERIES HORORATA Nurseries - Quality landscape plants at wholesale prices. Specialists in farm and dairy conversion plantings. Natives, ornamentals, hedging, deciduous trees. Hardy locally grown stock. Fr iend ly knowledgeable advice. Phone Dave or Wendy for hours we are open 03 318 0081 or visit www.hororatanurseries.co.nz
ROOF & house maintenance. All aspects covered including spouting, mortar, tiles, re-roofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing. General repairs. Phone 03 347 6702. 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
021 066 3011 or 03 318 2983 access at 5m or less
• Branch size up to 50mm • Cutter drops material to side of hedge
Sick of Cowboys Out There? We do everything to a high standard • Commercial • Residential • Painting
• Gib Stopping • Spray Painting • Tiling
Call Jan today on 021 123 0101 www.ajpaintingdecorating.nz info@ajpaintingdecorating.nz REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
OPEN HOMES - DARFIELD Sunday 11th October
• 1:00pm - 1.30pm 101A Horndon Street DA1649 • 2:00pm - 2:30pm 8 Devon Crescent DA1652 View at: www.farmlandsrealestate.co.nz
0800 200 600 Kerin Pitkethley
03 317 9070 0276 987 453
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SCRAP METAL
ROOF MAINTENANCE
Call Don today on
• Up to 6m height topped
PAINTING & DECORATING
Phone 03 318 1960 or 022 044 0654
Hedge Trimming in Canterbury
• Half size tractor for easier
PAINTING & DECORATING
Ph: 03 942 2869 Cell: 028 8500 0783
For all your Interior & Exterior Pain ng Requirements
Amalgamated Scrap Ltd Rod McQuoid - Buyer Phone 027 695 0480 or
0800 030 712 Buying Cars & Farm Machinery Specialising in farm clean-ups.
TUESDAY
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).
SITUATION VACANT
SITUATION VACANT
DEADLINE
1pm
General warehousing work available for peak season, Rolleston based, must be available to work from now and through the Christmas period. Hours: 7.30am – 4pm shift, Monday – Friday. If you have reliable transport and are available now, please give James Scarlett at Kelly a call on 03 347 1180, mobile 027 213 0613 or email your CV to james.scarlett@kellyservices.com
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2006 Ford Falcon XR6, 96,00 0km s. Very tidy condition in and out. $14,000 or near offer. Phone 027 350 6748.
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 HANDYMAN - Mike the H andym an s ervi ng a ll handyman, lawnmowing and general work, Selwyn area. Phone 0800 287 828 or 03 347 7437. UPHOLSTERER - Recover lounge suites, dining chairs, squabs etc. Free quotes. Based in Weedons. Please phone 03 980 4979.
WANTED MACROCARPA trees. Mature trees and logs suitable for milling. Phone Graeme Knowles 021 613 229. WANTED TO RENT LARGE caravan with awning, to hire at a reasonable rate for 3 months. Phone 318 8585 or 021 253 3104.
Handyman Dan
WINDOW CLEANING
FAIRBRASS BUILDERS Registered Master Builder • •
DIRTY WINDOWS: Professional friendly window cleaning service.
Domestic / Commercial / Move in Move out / Rentals West Melton, Darfield, Rolleston, Hororata, Sheffield, Colgate, Kirwee, Springfield. Free No Obligation Quotes!
Ph 021 364 664 WINDOW REPAIRS
FOR all glass requirements phone Phil 317 9046 or 021 046 6046. 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.
• Mirrors • Catdoors • Splash Backs • Retro Fit
Double Glazing • Insurance
New houses or alterations Award winning builder
R eg is te re d
Phone Rodney Fairbrass on:
Home - Lifestyle - Farm From fencing to sheds and everything in-between. Years of experience and fully qualified.
TRADES
TRADES
Master MEMBER
03 318 3778 or 027 446 7092 E: fairbrassbuilders@vodafone.co.nz
Ph 318 8367 or 027 250 0059
Repairs Ph 03 318 4128 www.malvernglass.co.nz
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TRADES
Tiler & Registered Water Proofer Look me up on www.mytradesman.co.nz
or phone 03 318 1973 or 027 421 1637 e: bowen ling@gmail.com
TRADES
Phone • 25 years experience David Barnhill • Local qualified builder 027 618 2345 • All types of work or undertaken including additions, a/h 317 9144 alterations, new houses, sheds etc
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 LiDle, No Job too Big. • We offer a full team of experienced tradesmen; Builders, Painters, Paper hangers, Brick laying, Plastering, Roofing. • Insurance quotes and repairs. • With the business opera ng for over 20 years, we are able to offer 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! “I've missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six mes, I've been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed." - Michael Jordan, American basketball player
www.supercomputer.co.nz
Mark Jones 03 318-1956 027 210 4242
0800 427 427
mark@supercomputer.co.nz
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Daily On Site Sales & Servicing Authorised Service Agent for Most Brands • Ovens • Washing • Cooktops Machines • Washing Machine Hire • Dryers • Dishwashers from $8 p.w.
Oxford Appliances Ltd MURRAY DAWSON Reg. Service Technician 027 226 3898
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
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House & Roof PrePre-Paint Wash
Farm & Home Maintenance & General Work
Hydro Drain Cleaning Cleans most surfaces: fences, paths, brick, block, wood, concrete & machinery.
• Sheds to animal shelters • All types of fencing &
Moss Treating: roofs, footpaths & driveways.
Free Quotes. Ph Mike Richards 03 318 8380 or 021 179 0584
pergolas • Building repairs to new
construc on • Pruning to tree felling
Phone Glenn: 027 445 0684
• Light engineering • Insurance work • Anything considered • Professional work
guaranteed
Need some help with: •
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Contact: Keith Heselwood
registered electrician phone 03 318 1231
027 968 6582 ah 03 318 4014
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fax email
03 318 1235 sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz
po box 26 kirwee
keithandbarbs@hotmail.com
we’ll be there when you need us. guaranteed. on time guaranteed or your first hour is free! conditions apply.
Licenced Builder
DEADLINE 1p m TUESDAY
Phil Marsh Ph 318 4131 Mob 027 357 3696
LOGFIRE INSTALLATIONS Showerdomes Tiling Adrian’s Building Services (03) 324-3125 Locally based, NZ Home Hea ng Installer 10+ years
Call Danie 021 875 462 03 980 2865 / 03 344 5744 www.spouting2u.co.nz
• • • •
Aerials/Dishes TV/DVR Set-up Wall Mounting Freeview/Decoders Cabling Phone Jacks
• • • •
Multi-room Systems Hook-ups Pre-wire (All Types) All Installations of TV, Freeview, Home Theatre, Hi Fi
Ph Simon 027 430 1211 / 03 317 8091 sdsh@xtra.co.nz Get me to do your ‘dishes’
The blonde woman desperately wanted a pair of beau ful alligator shoes. AAer becoming very frustrated with the a tude of one of the shopkeepers, the young blonde declared, “well then, maybe I'll just go out and catch my own alligator and get a pair of alligator shoes for free!” The shopkeeper replied with a sly smile, “well liDle lady, why don't you go give it a try?” The blonde headed off to the swamp, determined to catch an alligator. Later in the day, the shopkeeper was driving home, and spoDed the young woman standing waist deep in the murky water, shotgun in hand. He saw a huge 9-foot gator swimming rapidly toward her. With lightning reflexes, the blonde took aim, shot the creature and hauled it up onto the slippery bank. Nearby were seven more dead 'gators, all lying belly up. The shopkeeper watched in amazement as the blond struggled with the 'gator. Then, rolling her eyes, she screamed in frustra on ...... “DAMN !! THIS ONE'S BAREFOOT TOO!"