Issue 815 Friday 27th October 2017

Inside this issue: Landscapes On Display At Selwyn Gallery

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Johnny Fresh Two Year Anniversary

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Melbourne Royal Show Judge

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Private Subconscious Therapy

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Fireworks Night

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Plunket Room Renova ons

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Spark Delivers New Coverage To Kirwee Springfield School Plantout

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DHS Garden Project

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Hororata Spring Fair cont…

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Ling Working In Darfield 12 12 Show Me Selwyn 13 Highland Games The Clock Is Ticking For South Island Migrant Workers

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Darfield Gun Club

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Sports

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Public No ces

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Dates To Remember

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Classifieds

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Trades

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Email Column

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A fabulously warm, sunny, day arrived for the annual Hororata Spring Fair on Labour Day Monday. Hundreds of local families and visitors took advantage of the brilliant spring day to visit the Hororata Domain and to enjoy what organisers had laid on for them.

Bargains were found in the ever popular ‘White Elephant’ and bids were keen at the ‘Country Auction’. It was reported that good fun was had by all, with many families taking part in the Kid’s Sack Race, while things got a little bit trickier in the Egg and Spoon races and side lines got a little dodgy for the ‘Gumboot tossing’.

Creative Kids ‘Water Works’ theme this year saw some really clever entries submitted. These

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included a working model of water pumping in and over a waterfall, paintings of the cycle of water and the winner of the top award ‘Vicar’s Choice’ this year went to Abigail Driscoll, Driscoll for her lake inside a cake.

“We couldn’t have asked for a better day,” said Rev. Jenni Carter. “It was a lovely relaxed afternoon. People could enjoy the goodies on offer, catch up with neighbours and welcome newcomers into our community.”

The day provided a wonderful family day out and raised the funds necessary to continue support work in the community.

The event raised more than last year, at just over $12,000; with raffle takings still to be counted. Cont on page 11…

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Friday 27th October 2017

‘Canterbury Landscapes and more’ 27 October - 23 November 2017

Simon Kramer

Charles Pickworth

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The current exhibition ‘Landscapes’ at the Selwyn Gallery is well worth viewing and features works by Charles Pickworth and Simon Kramer.

Charles was born in Dunedin, and brought up initially in Central Otago, and later in Oamaru. He contracted polio at the age of four and lost the use of one arm. In addition to this Charles suffers from asthma and his working life has seen him employed in a variety of jobs. After thirty-five years of painting Charles has come to realise that this is what he wants to do most of all. He is a self-taught artist and now paints full time.

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experiencing painting and drawing in the landscape. The practice goes back for centuries but was truly made into an art form by the French Impressionists). He travels frequently searching out new subjects, specialising nowadays in South Island scenes. Charles pa i n ts m o st ly i n o i ls, occasionally in acrylics, and has the knack of capturing the mood and wonderful range of colours in South Island scenery.

He has a bright and enthusiastic nature and enjoys sharing his love of painting with established and budding artists.

Simon is a professional artist who started painting in 1985.

He is a veteran of outdoor painting and has painted hundreds of locations in the New Zealand countryside.

Simon is proficient in any painting medium and produces works for sale in oils, watercolour, and acrylics. He also runs a boutique framing business and lectures on art through classes and workshops.

About his own work, Simon comments: “As an outdoor artist I see the beauty of God’s creation and realise anything I do is inspired by his ideas. He is the original artist, and my inspiration. I know the value he has placed in every one of us, and believe the human spirit is the only sacred thing on earth today. I find our influence on

nature and each other fascinating, and sometimes heartbreaking. I have included some of our everyday endeavours in this body of work. I hope it inspires you to believe in the good of people and consider God’s ideas as he intended them.”

Selwyn Gallery will be open daily (except Mondays) from 10am to 4pm for the duration of this show. A show programme is available from the Gallery.

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Charles Pickworth can capture the mood and wonderful range of colours in South Island scenery.

Simon Kramer is proficient in any painting medium.

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October, 28th marks the second anniversary of the opening of Darfield’s Johnny Fresh fruit and vegetable supplier.

The shop has gone from strength to strength over this time, not only with a growing number of customers, but also with a growing number of products on offer.

Store owner, John Heasley, Heasley is proud of how the Store has gained huge support over the two years, from loyal customers coming in regularly each week to more than a fair number of new faces as well.

Johnny reports that this year has been a little more of a trial than the one that preceded it.

Weather conditions have conspired against, not only retailers like Johnny Fresh, but also growers who have been at the mercy of inclement weather events.

“There have been occasions where vegetables and fruit have been harder to source,” Johnny said. “This year has also seen the introduction of new local suppliers to the Store.

“We are now proudly selling local honey, potatoes and asparagus,” he added.

Johnny and his staff are always keen to listen to what their customers need.

“Our new summer hours, started at Labour Weekend, and we hope this will make shopping at Johnny Fresh even more convenient. The Store is now open on Saturdays 8am to 5.30pm and Sundays 10am to 5pm, with normal weekday hours of 8am to 6pm.

“We’re constantly introducing new ranges and assessing whether they will work and are what is wanted,” Johnny said.

Listening to customers was the driving force behind the removal of the ice cream machine and the introduction of freshly

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squeezed orange juice (other seasonal flavours may also be added). Johnny encourages customers to let staff know if they have a particular juice favourite they’d like to see produced.

He and his team of friendly staff are kept busy each morning filling all the wholesale orders that have come in. Demand for this service has doubled over the last year, with many new businesses, schools, and even farms, using the service, along with hotels, cafes, ski fields and lodges.

Johnny is all about giving back to the community and has actively supported many school functions and charity events over the past twelve months. He is often seen out and about, complete with big smile, while dropping the occasional and much appreciated, fruit treat to neighbouring businesses.

With the two year milestone approaching, the Store plans to celebrate with their customers.

There’ll be prizes galore instore, and anyone who shops on the day will go into the draw to win some amazing goodies, including a massive gift basket from Johnny Fresh and vouchers. Children can also enter into the festivities by participating in the competition to guess how many lollies are in the jar.

A sausage sizzle on the day, will support the local Spence family whose three year old boy was given the devastating diagnosis of cancer in May this year. He is still undergoing chemotherapy and while the barbecue team will be giving the sausages away for free they, in return, ask for donations to this worthy cause.

With Christmas not far away Johnny and his team of staff are beginning preparations for the busy festive period. The Store

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“The last two years would not have been possible without the Shop’s amazing bunch of staff,” Johnny enthused. “Staff who consist of students from high school that do our afternoons and weekends, along with our senior women who work hard in between juggling the demands of their families and children,” concluded a grateful Johnny.

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Darfield’s Kim Ridgen recently had the honour of being invited to judge multiple sheep sections (Hampshires, Dorset Downs and Perendales) at the Melbourne Royal Show, held from September, 23rd to October 3rd.

“This was my first international judging position, but I have judged at many Shows here in New Zealand,” Kim commented.

“My involvement with Hampshires developed over many years and is attributed to the stud that my parents established in 1970,” Kim said.

Additionally I was asked to judge the Dorset Downs and the Perendales too,” she added.

Judging the three breeds took all day from 8:30am to 6:30pm which Kim admits was mentally challenging.

“The next day I judged the Supreme British Sheep breed animal class by myself and then was one of a group of six to judge the interbreed championship classes. This was a huge challenge and required a lot of mental processing. We ranked the sheep to six places, then our scores were entered into a data programme which gave the overall results. Our rankings were also shown on the screens above the judging ring, so were very much up for scrutiny. As well we had to explain the reasons for our decisions over the microphone.

The sheep were all led and paraded by the breeders; something very different to that which happens in New Zealand,” Kim said.

“I expected the Show, which ran over ten days, to be similar to our Canterbury A & P Show, but in fact it had a much more urban orientation.

“Being on the boundary of the Flemington Racecourse it was more like a big fair for city folk.”

It was estimated that more than 500,000 people came through the gates. Being limited for space meant that stock in the livestock pavilion only stayed for two or three days before another animal group came in.

“The hospitality I received from the Victorian Royal Ag Society was fantastic and helped contribute to the whole worthwhile experience,” Kim concluded.

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It’s Fireworks’ Night time again and the sky will be lit up on Saturday evening, November 4th at Foster Park, Rolleston.

This annual event is run by a group of Rolleston Residents’ Association (RRA) volunteers, joined by representatives from many local schools, sporting codes and non-profit groups from the wider Rolleston area.

Apart from celebrating the night safely, and to give the community a family fun night, it is also run to help support all these groups. Local bands and performances on stage will entertain and organisers have also arranged a wide variety of other activities.

This wonderful community night has now become a principal event in the Selwyn calendar given how long the event has been going and the large crowd it always attracts.

“It certainly is a fun night out with all the local community groups selling food, raffles, and games to name but a few,” organisers commented.

T he Fireworks’ evening

originally started where the Selwyn District Council building now stands. Tree prunings would be pushed into a big bonfire and the local fire brigade would release everyones’ fireworks. It was a real community bonfire with a picnic tea and games.

As the town and community has grown the event has also grown which has meant th at technicians are commissioned to put together a wonderful professional display.

The RRA thank all the volunteers who help each year, not just the organising committee, but all the volunteers who assist their various clubs or organisations on the night.

Volunteers are still being called for to help set up on the morning of the event and help again on the morning after to dismantle and put away the signage, rubbish bins and other bits and pieces.

All money gathered from the entry fee goes directly to paying for the event with the evening

costing in excess of $70,000 to produce. Event organiser Jens Christensen said, “this is not a Council run event, but one totally paid for from funds collected at the gate and donations/grants we are fortunate to receive. So do come along and support your local non-profit community groups.”

The organisers ask that those attending leave glass, pets, alcohol and fireworks at home as these are prohibited.

Enjoy some of the yummy food provided by local groups, or the new rides, while enjoying great entertainment and family fun before the Fireworks’ display gets underway later in the evening.

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Over a year ago volunteers of the Darfield Plunket and Toy Library Committee met and set some goals for the twelve months to come.

At the meeting it was decided that the current Plunket rooms were in need of some renovations to make the facility more spacious and user friendly for the community.

The rooms at the time were being used by the Plunket Nurse, Karitane Nurse and also hosted the Darfield Toy Library, There was much discussion with the committee agreeing wholeheartedly that there was a need for more space to host

events such as the new mums’ mornings comfortably. As well, the committee looked forward to providing the community with an option to hire the space for events such as birthday parties, meetings or information evenings.

The whole process was a huge undertaking; beginning with getting approval from National Plunket, to planning the renovations and the organising of the space.

The renovations of the Jackson Street premises include a new bathroom and baby change area, kitchen, and a large open lounge space which can be sectioned off into two areas with sliding doors.

The Toy Library space has also been renovated, with purpose built shelving included in the design.

The renovations have only become a reality thanks to the wonderful sponsors and supporters of Plunket, for which the committee are extremely grateful.

Committee members are also extremely grateful to builder Bodie Seymour who has worked patiently with them to carry out the renovations. They also express thanks to Kirwee Model School and the Darfield Swimming Pool for hosting both the Plunket Nurse and the Toy Library while renovation work was being completed.

This project was only made possible by the hard work of the committee who have volunteered their time to not only get the project off the ground, but who have worked tirelessly to provide this updated resource to the community.

The committee is looking forward to the new space being finished and have planned a blessing and an opening ceremony for November.

Details about these events can be found on the Darfield Plunket and Toy Library Facebook page.

The Darfield Plunket Rooms on Jackson Street which have been undergoing some major renovations.

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Spark has activated a new mobile cell site in Kirwee, delivering new 4G mobile coverage to the rural town.

Kirwee, is fast-growing, and like many smaller towns outside of Christchurch city since the earthquakes of 2011, has experienced significant growth.

According to the Selwyn District Council, Kirwee is forecast to increase its population by 21% in the next five years.

Previously, the town of Kirwee has had limited mobile phone coverage, a point of contention for many of its residents.

Kirwee Community representative and Scenic Hotel IT Manager Chris Clayton has been living in Kirwee for about five years and said that mobile coverage is vital for work and play.

“This is about connectivity for the town, being able to make calls within the community, being connected and for those of us who have businesses in and around Kirwee - being easily contactable by our customers.

"The level of engagement from Spark has been fantastic and will make a huge difference to the community in Kirwee," he added.

Spark’s Head of South Island Paul Deavoll said the improved mobile network will allow locals and visitors to the popular residential area to stay constantly connected with family, friends, and colleagues and make it easier to do business.

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A beautifully sunny day on Friday, October 20th was the perfect setting for Springfield School students to participate in their first Kids’ Discovery Plantout (KDP). KDP is one of the programmes run by Te Ara Kākāriki Greenway Canterbury Trust, in an effort to connect students with their environment and increase native vegetation on the Canterbury Plains.

Springfield School students took part in a number of environment al activiti es, including planting native plants, going on a ‘minibeast safari’ to find and identify terrestrial invertebrates, and participating in the interactive ‘Story of an Awa’, looking at river health.

A major highlight of the day for staff and students was planting 470 native plants in a previously overgrown corner of the School grounds. The new planting borders an existing area of well-established native plants, and in time this will form an outdoor classroom, as well as provide a habitat and food source for native birds, invertebrates and lizards.

Springfield School would like to acknowledge the assistance and support of Te Ara Kākāriki, Trees for Canterbury, Fonterra Grass Roots fund and Pub Charity’s sponsorship of Paper for Trees, for assistance with

providing plants. They would also like to thank parents and members of the community who came along to help with planting. For more information on Te Ara Kākāriki go to www.kakariki.org.nz.

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The whole Year 8 team from Darfield High School have been busy since the beginning of the year working on a gardening project as part of their learning curriculum. It was decided by teachers and students that the group would create a suitable environmental space for the use of pupils.

“As teachers it was decided to focus on a garden project as a whole team which would incorporate subjects such as English, Maths and Social Studies from the curriculum,” said teacher Kevin Hoy. Hoy The aim of the project was to

allow Year 8 students to design, acquire and/or make the equipment needed for the task.

Donations were the key to the success of the project, and the Year 8's were asked to write to local Canterbury companies for sponsorship.

Many companies gladly came on board and helped with the materials that were needed.

The project started with the basics, from finding the perfect piece of land, digging it, hauling the dirt, building planter boxes, putting together garden seats and clearing space for the design teams.

Izak Derik-Westaway plants a selection of vegetation in the garden area.

L to R: Hailey Barker, Analiz Gardner in front of the extensive garden area.

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A group of students created the design for the layout of the area, along with a list of what was needed in terms of equipment. The plans were drawn up in class and everyone took turns with the construction.

Some pupils undertook the making of tables and furniture from pallets, commenting that they liked the idea of recycling materials.

The undertaking has also involved the community, with students heading out into the surrounds to see how other’s gardens are cared for.

Requests have also gone out from time to time for assistance from parents and caregivers.

Mayor Sam Broughton, Broughton took the time to visit the garden area near the end of Term 3 and meet with the students to discuss their overall plan and share some ideas for its future.

The second part of the project is an outdoor learning area.

Existing tree stumps have noughts and crosses and chess board game templates painted on them and with added bench seating the space is evolving into one to not only relax in, but to learn in as well.

The final part of the project will see the team hold a community market day at the School selling products from the garden, with all proceeds donated to KidsCan charity.

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“We’re astounded at the generosity and would like to thank everyone who joined us on Monday,” said Lucy Cookson, Cookson a Hororata Spring Fair organiser. “By coming to events like this year on year, the community reinforce their support,” she added. “This is such a team effort and if it wasn’t for our wonderful volunteers, the behind the scenes jam makers, cake bakers, our local green thumbs and our ever generous sponsors and donators, the Fair would just not happen,” Lucy concluded.

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Sam Hardy looking very happy with his Bronze award in the Creative Kids competition.

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Mike Chaffey and Chris Robins (resplendent in frilled apron) barbecue up a storm for hungry Fair-goers.

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Left: Levi Inglis aka Ling, who starred in the Block NZ. 2017 season which screened on TV 3 recently and Tara Mckeown (owner of TM Dance World) at the new dance premises under construction in Darfield. Ling is working on site for his cousin (Leon Rietveld of LR Construction) who is running the building project. Tara, Ling and his brother Zach (aka Zing) have plans to launch a promotional video for the dance school together. Tara is currently seeking sponsorship for TM Dance World and would love to hear from anyone able to assist.

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call Dave Sligh at Hororata Nurseries 03 318 0081 or 027 228 8867 Email: hamptonsligh@xtra.co.nz

Bus tours are being offered to Selwyn residents who are interested in getting to know their district better.

The Show Me Selwyn tours have been developed out of Selwyn District Council’s Newcomers and Migrants strategy, and aim to welcome those new to Selwyn and help them get to know what’s in their backyard.

Co nn ect in g C om m un it i es Coordinator Tyla HarrisonHarrison-Hunt said research carried out between 2014 and 2016 showed a need for more opportunities for newcomers to gain access to information about their new home and connect with other newcomers and established residents.

“All Selwyn residents are welcome to join the Show Me

Selwyn bus tours to get to know our beautiful district, while making new connections. We want Selwynites to participate in the community and connect with others. This will support them to flourish in the Selwyn community,” Tyla said.

From November 2017 to February 2018 four trial trips will take place, with room for 35 passengers on each bus trip.

Destinations will include historical landmarks, tourist attractions and townships, along with opportunities to enjoy the Selwyn countryside.

Following an assessment on the success of the trips, more Show Me Selwyn tours could be planned in the future.

Two different routes are available to choose from.

Foothills and Mountains will tour

through the Malvern and central Selwyn area, with stops including a visit to Springfield's famous donut, followed by a guided tour and lunch at Homebush Stables. The two dates for Foothills and Mountains are Saturday, November 11th 2017 and Saturday, January 13th 2018.

Lake to Pā will take passengers on a trip around the Springs and Ellesmere areas, stopping at the Lincoln market, Taumutu's Ngati Moki Marae and Taumutu beach. The two dates for Lake to Pā are Saturday, December 9th 2017 and Saturday, February 10th 2018.

For more information contact them out on Facebook, SelwynDistrictCouncil.

The famous Springfield doughnut will be one of the stops on the Show Me Selwyn bus tours.

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The seventh annual Hororata Highland Games have proudly announced that their Chieftain for 2017 is Hon Amy Adams, Adams MP for Selwyn. Hororata Community Trust Chair Richard Lang added, “when selecting a Chieftain we look for people who have served our community and/or have Scottish connections. Amy has always supported the work of the Trust and has been to every Games.

She has taken a vested interest in our community and we are thrilled that she accepted our invitation to fill the role of Chieftain in 2017,” Richard said.

In Scottish tradition, there is always a Chieftain who is the Master of Ceremonies and a key figure in the day’s activities.

Amy’s duties will include brandishing of the Chieftain’s sword at the welcoming ceremony and the presentation of trophies to the successful competition winners at the closing ceremony, following the Grand March past of all the pipe bands.

“Having attended every Hororata Highland Games since the event began, I am delighted

and honoured to have been asked to perform the role of Chieftain this year,” Amy said. “I am looking forward to the Games and am sure this year’s event will be as fantastic as always.”

Amy will be the first female Chieftain of the Hororata Highland Games. Past Chieftains include Simon Dallow (2011), Gerry Brownlee (2012), Governor General Sir Jerry Mateparae (2013) and Sir Bob Parker (2014). 2015 saw the event’s first international

In April 2017, migrant workers in the South Island were given a year's opportunity to obtain residence via the introduction of the South Island Contribution Visa. Over 1,600 migrant workers and their families, who have built a life for themselves in the South Island over the past five years, were finally given a pathway to residence. To date, less than a quarter of eligible candidates have applied for the visa and time is now running out for remaining migrant workers to submit their application.

As of September 30th, 2017, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) sources confirm that just 564 applications had been received and 116 of those had been declined.

“When the new policy was announced, the government estimated that 1,600 workers with an Essential Skills visa would be eligible to apply,” said Heartland Immigration Managing Director, Mary Noonan. “Based on these

numbers, it is a concern that such a high number of Essential Skills visa holders have still not applied yet. It is imperative that migrant workers submit their application as soon as possible to allow for processing and to lodge a reconsideration application if they are initially declined.”

Applications are only open to those with an Essential Skills visa who have been in the South Island for five years, are younger than 56 years old, and are of good health and character. Successful applicants will be granted a temporary visa, which would then make them eligible for residency after two years - on the condition they stay in the same industry and region.

The South Island Contribution visa must be completed before May 23rd, 2018. Mary is encouraging eligible migrants to seek professional assistance from a licensed immigration advisor to maximise chances of

Chieftain, Alex Bruce, Bruce Director of Adelphi Distillery, Scotland and in 2016 bagpipe rock star Kyle Warren travelled from Australia. “The Hororata Highland Games are a vibrant mix of international sporting event, surrounded by a fun-filled festival. This is a community event which has grown from strength to strength each year. It takes a huge volunteer effort to stage and needs high-level support from people like Amy,” Richard said.

For more information and discounted early bird tickets visit: www.hororatahighlandgames.org.nz

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Selwyn MP Amy Adams is this years Chieftain at the Hororata Highland Games.

a successful outcome.

“INZ have advised that 20% of applicants have already been declined. Some applicants may not be aware of the complexities of the policy, nor the extent of the paperwork involved,” she said. “We encourage eligible workers to seek professional assistance to give them the best possible advantage when applying.”

It is paramount that employers of overseas staff reinforce the importance of applying for the South Island Contribution visa.

This will ensure that employees do not miss out on this one-off opportunity to obtain residence and employers are able to retain the skilled staff they rely on.

Disclaimer: Mary Noonan is the Managing Director of Heartland Immigration Ltd and her views, expressed in this article, are not intended to replace the professional service provided to individual migrants by a Licensed Immigration Advisers.

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BODKIN SHIELD The Gun Club sent a large team to Central Otago to defend the Bodkin Shield and the first day saw some good results with Tony Stuart shooting well to be among the prize winners. Day two was the Bodkin Match; a high standard has been set for the Darfield teams in the past and that was continued for this shoot.

The Black team performed well, with Will Benbow, who was drafted in at the last moment as a replacement, shooting 11 of 15, as did Marcel Van Leeuwen.

Leeuwen Johnny Sharp 13, Robert Bampton and Murray Robertson scored 14's with Dave

and drizzly, there were some good and some not so good results in the eye-openers, but with a small turnout overall the day progressed quickly. The Trophy consists of 10 Targets single rise, 10 targets Point score and 10 Single barrel to give a total of 50, while shooting off handicap marks.

Marcel Van Leeuwen the Club’s C Grade shooter shot a very good 42, while B grade shooter Murray Robertson scored 46. In the A grade Paul Templeton scored a 45, Bevan Brown 48, Duncan Jefferis 49 and leading the pack Dave Folley the only possible with a nervous 50.

With the Mead team scores of 2 x 47's and 4 x 46's it would have been close, but as Mead had a seventh shooter to add to the mix who had a bad day with a 37, it was a good win for with a score average of KINNEY MEMORIAL Darfield 46.7 points compared to 45 TROPHY points for Mead (“despite some Gray Held at Mead Te Pirita on a not- dodgy maths by Onny Gray”). so-nice day; slight breeze, dull

Pitkethley top score on 15/15 to give a team score of 78. The Red team responded with Jackson Pitkethley and Ben Sharp off their usual standard with 13's, Paul Templeton a 14, then Tony Stuart and Dave Folley 15/15. Duncan Jefferis, the last shooter, managed to ruin his record of never missing a target in the Bodkin match, missing one to finish the shoot with a 14: Team score 84/90.

Some years that would have been good enough, but not this year with Southland having a clean sweep with 90/90.

“It was a good attempt by the teams, but next year beckons,” commented Gun Club spokesperson Bevan Brown.

Brown “Further good shooting on Day 3 saw Duncan win the High Gun for the weekend.”

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SPORTS RESULTS

PUBLIC NOTICES DO you need a ride to the airport??? For more information contact 027 756 9414.

Results 21st October 2017 Match of the Day - Stroke (Best Nett) 1st: J Mangnall & D Benn 67 2nd:M 69 3rd: D Rutter 69 2nd: Scott 4th: D Thompson70 5th: G Heffernan 71 6th: G Hawker 71 7th: S Roulston 71 Nearest To The Pin: Pin #3: D Rutter #9: G Hawker #13: D Rutter #17: I Bourke Longest Drive #11: #11 Women: Women D Macdonald Men: M Scott Longest Putt #18 - sponsored by Darfield Tyre Centre: S Roulston Two’s: Two’s D Rutter & G Hawker Eagle Hole 2: 2 S Johnstone 9 Hole Best Nett: 39 Nett E Green

Results 20th October 2017 Match of the Day - Scramble Ladies: Ladies S Gilmour & F Taylor P Pierce & J Wilson Men: S Oliver & R Parker Men J Morten & G Thomas J Perkins & P McOscar B Marshall & P Cardosi C Bishop & G Chambers P Fletcher & G Cowan

Malvern News 41 38 54 51 49 46 44 44

Two’s: Two’s G Thomas Pins: K Hughes, F Taylor & S Gilmour Pins Straight Drive: Drive S Gilmour Hard Luck: R & K Hughes Luck

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Upcoming Road Closures for about 1 month: Thank you Wards Road - betw. Essendon Rd & Charing Cross for your Stop/Go will be opera ng on Hororata Rd just north of Hororata village for 1 to 2 days, in the coming weeks. pa!ence.

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Darfield Rugby Club are pleased to advise that we have Coaches & Managers in place for the 2018 season for every Junior grade from U6 - U18

Join the DRFC JAB Club next season and become a Darfield Duck For further information visit our club website www.darfieldrugby.co.nz or contact Junior Coaching Coordinator Tim McNae 027 526 8706.

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31st October 2017 7:30pm Coalgate Tavern

RURAL BUSINESS NETWORK

Wednesday 8 November 2017 6:45pm Methven Resort, 51 Main St, Methven $10 Includes complimentary drink & nibbles (cash bar available) For ckets visit:

Thursday 9th November 2017 7:00pm At the West Melton Netball Clubrooms

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ACCOUNTANTS

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Greendale School ENROLMENTS 2018 If you are considering an educa!on at our small country school in 2018 for your child or children please contact us.

We need to hear from you by Friday November 3rd as we will be confirming staffing soon.

OPEN AFTERNOON - Tuesday 31st October 12 - 1:30pm, for anyone interested.

“Making Accoun ng Easy for You” Personal & Business Tax Returns, Business Compliance, GST & FBT Returns, Monthly Accoun%ng, Annual Financial Accoun%ng, PAYE/Payroll

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Please call the Principal: Carey-Anne Hamilton on 318 8436

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DATES TO REMEMBER 27th Oct 27Oct-3Nov 28th Oct 28th Oct 28th Oct 28th Oct 28th Oct 28th Oct1 29th Oct 29th Oct 30th Oct 31st Oct 31st Oct 31st Oct 1st Nov 1st Nov 1st Nov 2nd Nov 2nd Nov 4th Nov 4th Nov 5th Nov 5th Nov 5th Nov 6th Nov 6th Nov 8th Nov 9th Nov 10th Nov 11th Nov 12th Nov 19th Nov 25th Nov 29th Nov 10th Dec 5-10 Jan

6:00pm

Kirwee Community Garden Spring Opening Night BBQ Canterbury Landscapes & More! Art Exhibi on Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session Mason’s Drapery closed today - moving premises Degusta on Dinner 10:00am Garden & Scrap Metal Drop-Off Day 7:00pm Kirwee Bowling Club’s ‘Lions Casino Night’ 7:00pm Halloween Party 10:00am Oxford Garden Fete 1:30pm Open AIernoon - Celebra ng 90 years of service TM Dance World Body Blast & Bounce Adults begin this week

10:00am 7:30pm 3:00pm 7:30pm 9:30am 10:00am 8:00am 5:00pm 10:00am 2:30pm 7:30pm 6:45pm 7:00pm 10:00am 12:00pm 10:00am 1:00pm

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CHURCH NOTICES “Real people, real knowledge”.

AUTOMOTIVE

Cnr Hoskins & Courtenay Rds Selwyn Gallery Kirwee Community Hall The Oaks Hawkins Pit, Darfield Kirwee Community Hall Kirwee Tavern Ribblesdale Gardens Darfield Hospital

Roller Disco Light Party Darfield Rec Centre Malvern News Adver sing Deadline for 3rd November Issue Malvern Game Hunters AGM Coalgate Tavern Bone Density Clinic Darfield Pharmacy Blood Drive Darfield Rec Centre Sheffield/Springfield Toy Library AGM Bahara Motel Geraldine Summer Fete Stover Farm, SH 73 Mahinga Kai - Shed Talk Discussion Group 686 Hororata Dunsandel Rd Canterbury Provisional Combat Challenge Kirwee Sports Ground Rolleston Fireworks Night Foster Park, Rolleston Cheese Making Class - Camembert, Feta & RicoNa Homecheesemaker, Oxford Hororata School Garden Tour Love, Loss & Café Operana Trinity Church Tuahiwi Organic Gardens Opening Today Tenneson Street, Rolleston Malvern Health & Community Welfare Trust AGM Darfield Service Centre Mid-Canterbury Rural Business Network Mee ng Methven Resort W/Melton Netball Clubrooms West Melton Netball Club AGM Courtenay A&P Show Feature Adver sing Deadline for 24th November Issue Methven Foothills House & Garden Tour 2017 West Melton St Pauls Garden Tour 2017 Crea ve Fibre Open Day Homebush Stables Courtenay A&P Show on today Kirwee Domain Rolleston News Adver sing Deadline for 6th December Issue Christmas Picnic in the Park Darfield Methven Summer School

CELEBRANT

WOF while you wait Full mechanical repairs and servicing on all makes and models of vehicles • 5 mechanics on site.

Putting the service into automotive servicing.

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Darfield Life Church Sunday 6.30 Ps Wayne Watson 027 281 8340 17 North Terrace

Origin Youth Sunday 4pm Isaac Williams 027 420 5704

CLEANING

CHIMNEY CLEANING CHIM Chim. We'll sweep your log -burners flue, check the firebricks, baffles, air-tubes and controls. We're experts on coal-ranges, also sweeping any sized open fire. We quote and undertake repairs, flue extensions and install bird netting. 318 1514 or 0800 224 464 Members NZHHA.

CARPET CLEANING Reliable, friendly & experienced Owner/Operator.

Specialising in carpet & upholstery cleaning.

Covering all Selwyn areas!

Contact Kim Demmocks

on 0800 000 523 or 027 261 5533

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COUNSELLING

HEDGE TRIMMING

Health & Wellness Coaching

HEDGEHOG

Mental skills for anxiety, depression, stress... and coaching for weight management and health support.

Anna Dalzell 027 2711672 Darfield Business Hub www.change.net.nz

Hedge & Shelterbelt Trimming Owner Operated

Geoff 021 549 499 A/h 03 324 3482

OFFICE SPACE TO LET

SMALL shared office space available in Darfield. Suitable for professional business services to join the Malvern Business Hub. Great location, very reasonable rates. Multiple options, from fixed day per week to full time. Call Ann-Maree on 021 215 0981 for details.

PAINTING & DECORATING

DESIGN

FREELANCE PAINTERS/ CONTRACTORS

TREE TOPPING LTD

KITCHEN DESIGN SG DESIGN “KITCHENS WITH SOUL” Sian Gillanders is an Award Winning Kitchen Designer living locally in West Melton.

Please contact her today for your new kitchen or kitchen renova ons.

LIFESTYLE, LIFESTYLE farm tracks, yards and dairy lanes our speciality.

Screened rotten-rock, it’s local and lasts better. Springfield Quarry phone 318 4132.

FIREWOOD & COAL

LAWN MOWING

From small to very large residential & lifestyle lawns as well as commercial areas.

I can mow it all!!!

For a free, no obligation quote phone James

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Phone ScoU 021 029 83216 FREE QUOTES PETS & LIVESTOCK

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Call Don today on 021 066 3011 or 03 318 2983

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SEASON 1 AUG - 20 OCT 2017

Local anaesthe%c used in a portable 4 bale head crush Ph 021 059 4980 or email

Roof painting, stopping & wallpapering, jib fixing, weather board, barges & fascia repairs.

References available.

Phone Dave on 021 142 0567

Udi Painting & Decorating For all Pain!ng and Decora!ng services!

Interior & Exterior Pain!ng & Plastering Fully Qualified Wallpapering Roof Pain ng All work guaranteed Free Quotes.

Contact Udi Aale 021 074 2075 REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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• Half size tractor for easier

AC & EA WAKELIN FIREWOOD - Old Man Pine 3m3 - $170.00 6m3 - $330.00 9m3 - $500.00 12m3 - $660.00

access

• Up to 6m height topped at 5m or less

• Branch size up to 50mm • Cutter drops material to side of hedge

Hardwoods available.

Phone 03 312 4637 021 260 4520.

FENCING SUMMERFIELD Fencing - in your area now. Lifestyle. Farm.

Sheep. Cattle. Horse. All types of animals. Fences. Yards. sheds. Arenas. Shelters. Runs.

27 years contract fencing.

John is available to help with design and planning. Phone Carol & John Summerfield 03 312 4747.

FOR SALE WOOD shavings - untreated, clean shavings suitable for horse stables, calving sheds, chicken houses and rabbit hutches. Available in 70L bags, 1m 3 bales (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 03 347 7352 for more details.

INSPECTIONS

ROOF MAINTENANCE

OPEN HOME: Sunday 1-2pm

ROOF & house maintenance.

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

Modern home on 2.5 acres, 4 Bedrooms + Study Nook, 2 Bathrooms, 3 Car Garage, 3 Bay Lockable Shed.

TENANCY Inspections! Offering initial & routine inspections on tenanted houses, taking the hassle out for you. Call Rebecca of Rural Tenancy ROOM TO RENT I n s p e c t i o n s L t d o n SINGLE lockable rooms in 027 313 2270 or email Darfield Hostel. Internet, rtil@xtra.co.nz sky TV. $160 pw. phone 027 479 1431 or 03 318 LOCKSMITH 3660.

LOCKSMITH Selwyn based SCRAPMETAL 24hr mobile service, keys cut and general lock and BEST prices! Amalgamated safe maintenance. EFTPOS Scrap Ltd. Buying cars & farm available. Call Locktight machinery. Specialising in Security 021 171 8060. farm clean-ups. Rod McQuoid - buyer. Ph 027 695 0480 or MOBILE MECHANIC 0800 030 712.

SCRAPMETAL - cash paid for QUALIFIED MECHANIC all types of metal farm Head Gaskets, Cam Belts. machinery, old cars etc.

No job too big!

Please phone Wayne 027 $50 + GST per hour 749 9736 or 03 323 6610 Call Mick 021 023 66630 (Licensed Dealer).

Trade Me Reference Number: FME369

- 64 Windsor Drive, Kirwee SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

ARTHUR’S PASS CAFÉ & GENERAL STORE - Café Assistant We are looking for a high performing café worker for a busy and dynamic café and Store in one of NZ's pris!ne loca!ons.

Arthurs Pass Café is an amazing business in a fabulous loca on, if you are an energe c & enthusias c person, you may just be the assistant we are looking for! Serving the best coffee and food is our aim every day. Delivering a broad range of essen al services to passing travellers is our mission. We are seeking a café worker and food specialist to be part of our busy team.

• Great team player, like to take a lead - engagement and co-opera on is a minimum expecta on.

• Refined organisa onal skills to manage the team through peaks and troughs of business performance.

• Mo vated learner, prepared to learn more about the business opera on as your role develops.

• A knowledge of food & health standards would be an advantage.

• There is flexibility in the posi on, few days to full me.

• For the right person, accommoda on provided & possible travel assistance.

• You will be recognised or become recognised for your delivery skills and will foster a returning customer culture.

If you have what it takes and want to be part of this adventure, consider joining us by submiYng your CV and applica!on or by simply calling for a chat about the role. Call Sean on 021 243 3427 or send your applica!on to admin@arthurspasscafe.co.nz

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SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

DARFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Years 7 to 13

CLEANER The school has a vacancy for a Cleaner.

Part me hours are available during term me.

Up to five days’ work may be required during school holidays.

Applica!ons close - Friday 10th November.

Applica on Pack from: Human Resources Co-ordinator PO Box 5 Darfield. Tel: 03 318 8411 email: trish@darfield.school.nz

SHEEP SHEARING

WINDOW CLEANING

WINDOW CLEANING

Mobile Sheep Shearing Canterbury

COUNTRY TOUCH SERVICES

DIRTY WINDOWS:

• Small Mobs • Lifestyle Blocks • Drenching, Tailing,

Your own local, reliable, friendly & experienced Owner/Operator.

Specialising in window & oven cleaning.

Covering all Selwyn areas.

Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Foot Trimming etc Generator available

Phone Shaun Adams for a quote on

021 204 1274

Contact Wilf Lock on 318 1960 or 022 044 0654

MANAGING TRACTOR DRIVER

WANTED

WINDOW REPAIRS

FULL TIME

AMMUNITION and reloading equipment. Powder projectiles, presses, scales etc. Any calibre rifle or shotgun. Cash buyer. Contact Rob 03 342 5885.

DEAD, damaged or derelict cars, trucks, vans & 4WD’s, including motorbikes. Cash paid. Phone 03 318 0871.

GRAIN bin wanted for truck.

18 feet (5.4m) long. Must be tidy. Please phone Stu 021 228 3633.

UNWANTED dahlia tubers plus pink park princess for the border would be most grateful. Phone Annette on 021 108 9399 Springfield.

UNWANTED or unsaleable sheep & cattle buy. Please phone 027 293 1561.

WORKING dog wanted to buy for sheep & cattle. Semiretirement home. Phone 027 293 1561.

We require an experienced tractor driver who is able to manage their own time, and others on a seasonal basis.

The successful applicant will be working in a multi-farm operation located near Darfield, with modern machinery and implements.

They would be expected to plan, organise and liaise with others in the farming operation.

Excellent remuneration for the appropriate applicant.

Please reply to Managing Tractor Driver peltd@gmail.com

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Opportunity to become a valuable member within one of New Zealand’s leading taxidermy companies with a worldwide reputa!on; known for its high quality standard of taxidermy and customer service.

This is a part- me posi on (20-30 hours per week) and to be considered for this role you will have the ability to mul -task, strong accuracy and aNen on to detail, a high level of computer competency with knowledge of MS Excel and Word and some accoun ng/accounts knowledge. As there is a large customer element you will also need good communica on skills, both verbal and wriNen, with people at varying levels.

A full job descrip!on will be provided at the interview for the role and on the job training will be given.

Please apply in wri ng to: Tyron Southward Taxidermy Ltd 10 Railway Road, RD2, Leeston, Canterbury Phone: (03) 325 4545 Email: tahrmaster@xtra.co.nz

Tunnel House Tech Ltd Worker wanted Tunnel house Tech construct steel framed Tunnel houses.

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We are a small family run company in Kirwee.

Must be able to work in extremes of temperature Manage heights with confidence On any given day working long hours can be expected to complete the job.

Ideally you will demonstrate good self-direction and self-management as part of your core work ethic.

This said being able to follow Team Leader direction is vital for this role.

We work out of town overnight A full licence is essential, Class 2 is advantage but not necessary.

Interested persons are asked to Email CV to nikki@tunnelhouse.co.nz or call Nikki on 021 392 935

CARS, VAN, 4WD’S & TRUCKS WANTED! Cash paid on pick up.

Any condition accepted.

Ph John 03 347 9354 or 027 476 2404

RECORDS WANTED Music memorabilia and HiFi gear wanted.

Excellent cash prices paid or a free appraisal.

Pennylane is New Zealand’s largest buyer of second-hand records and CD’s.

A buyer will be in town for a few days only.

To arrange a me for us to come to you or you can come to us (a local motel).

Please phone Dave 021 222 6144 any me 7 days or email recordswanted@xtra.co.nz

Professional friendly window cleaning service.

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Ph 021 364 664 WINDOW REPAIRS

Locally owned and operated Repairs, Mirrors, Splashbacks, Retrofit double glazing, Frameless Showers, Pet doors.

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Grant 03 318 3003 or 021 141 1721 Malin (Office) 021 230 9101 admin@hunterglass.co.nz www.hunterglass.co.nz

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Ref available. Must have sheds for storage. Anything considered. Please phone 021 182 2639.

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Andrew Love

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Interior Plaster Contact us today!

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M: 021 818 816

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WINDOW REPAIRS

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Heat pump supply, installation, servicing & maintenance

Ph 03 318 4128

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Got a broken glass window?

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General household & business electrical work.

Give Nigel a call now for your no obligation free quote

Ph: 021 387 750

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Based in Weedons. Please phone 03 980 4979.

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In theory, there is no difference between theory Mark Jones 03 318-1956 and prac!ce. But in prac!ce, 027 210 4242 there is. - Yogi Berra 0800 427 427 www.supercomputer.co.nz

mark@supercomputer.co.nz

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Daily On Site Sales & Servicing Authorised Service Agent for Most Brands • Ovens • Cooktops • Washing Machine Hire from $8 p.w.

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Over 30 years experience.

Mainland Plumbing & Gas Ltd Ph Glenn: Kirwee Based

027 445 0684

021 732 331

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Selwyn Electrical Ltd Your Local Registered Electrician

ROB KELLOCK 318 1676 or 021 184 2448 Renova!ons, New Houses, Hot Water Cylinders, Kitchens & Bathroom Upgrades, General Maintenance!

Phone Mark

027 869 0026

david wilkinson registered electrician phone 03 318 1231 fax email

03 318 1235 sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz

po box 26 kirwee

we’ll be there when you need us. guaranteed. on time guaranteed or your first hour is free! conditions apply.

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

Home & Property Maintenance & General Work Sheds to animal shelters All types of fencing & pergolas Building repairs Pruning to tree felling Light engineering Anything considered Professional work guaranteed

CONTACT MRS J (MANDY JOHNSTON)

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Contact: Keith Heselwood

027 968 6582 keithandbarbs@hotmail.com

An Amish husband, wife and son travel to the city on vaca on. They visit a shopping mall and while the mother is shopping, the father and son are standing in awe in front of an elevator (having no idea what it is). As they watch, an elderly lady walks into the strange silver doors and the doors close. The father and son watch as the numbers go up, and then back down.

When the doors open, a beau ful young woman walks out.

The father leans over and whispers to the son, "Son, go get your mother!"