Issue 835 Friday 6th April 2018

Inside this issue: Dickens In Darfield Trophy In Memory Of Tom Walker Time Is Precious, So Make The Most Of It New Golf Event For Kids

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Haunui Trust Update

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Malvern Fun Run Success 5 6 Enjoying Art At Easter 7 Marching Home A Champion 8 Landing A Learning Opportunity Canterbury Primary School 9 Duathlon 9 Spiderban Pest Info

Malvern A & P News

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Get Ac ve And Win

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Darfield Garden Club

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Vintage Machinery Club

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Computer Corner Local MP Welcome Schedule Sports

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Dates To Remember

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Public No ces

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Classifieds

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Trades

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Email Column

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Three dressage teams compiled of members from the Darfield High School (DHS) Equestrian team attended the Canterbury Secondary School Dressage Championships, on March, 27th.

The event, with twenty-eight teams competing, took place at Mclean’s Island National Equestrian Centre on the outskirts of Christchurch.

Each team consisted of four riders, with two having to compete in two level two tests while the remaining pair had to compete in two level one tests.

The individual results from these tests were then used to get an overall team score.

The teams made the most of the calm overcast weather and quickly got into what they do best - riding. It was reported that DHS is known amongst the secondary schools’ equestrian teams as strong and one to beat.

This certainly appeared to be

The winning Darfield team. L to R: Niamh Rayne, Charlotte Thomas, Georgia Allison, Katherine Hadler. true with the Darfield Blue team (Georgia Georgia Allison, Allison Charlotte Thomas, Niamh Rayne and Katherine Hadler) Hadler riding home with a well deserved first place, beating the second placed Lincoln team by eighteen points.

The Blue team brought in five firsts’ in their eight level tests, making it an easy win for the riders.

“It’s really heart warming seeing the friendships that form between students from the different schools,” one parent said. “Though there is the normal school rivalry, there is also plenty of cheering for friends competing in teams from other schools.”

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New Zealand comedian Penny Ashton will be in Darfield on April 25th, with her wildly successful one-woman show, Olive Copperbottom.

Copperbottom The selfp r o f e s s e d p o e t , a c t o r, improviser, wedding celebrant, and all round show-off weaves a sometimes humourous, sometimes macabre tale with a wonderful array of Charles Dickens’ characters.

Olive Copperbottom’s story of growing up as an orphan in Victorian London is intertwined with, at least, a dozen other characters. These are all clearly differentiated by changes in voice, mannerisms, and body language. Penny describes the Show as bringing ‘a squalid

gaggle of hilarious Victorians to crusty life’.

“It’s Oliver meets Blackadder with a saucy feminine twist,” she added.

“We hope that Malvern residents will take the opportunity to experience this humourous, creative, and entertaining work,” said Malvern Community Arts Council Chairperson, Philip Baldwin.

Baldwin “New Zealand audiences in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, as well as Canadians in Victoria, Edmonton, and Winnipeg have all been captivated by Penny’s boundless vitality”, he added.

Olive Copperbottom has also been critically acclaimed,

winning the ‘Pick of the Fringe’ award at the 2017 Victoria Fringe Festival in Victoria, BC and ‘The Press Critics' Choice Award’, known as the ‘Iron Chicken’, at Christchurch’s 2018 World Buskers’ Festival.

Tim Bain, Bain Christchurch World Buskers’ Festival artistic producer, commented that Penny’s one-woman Show, “had a lot to say and was very topical”.

“It is a Show that speaks volumes. It is a strong story and a strong woman telling the story,” Tim concluded.

On Monday night the family of the late Tom Walker donated a trophy to the Darfield Indoor Bowling Club in memory of their father and grandfather Tom. “It was a lucky day for the Club when Tom became a member in 2001,” commented a Club spokesperson.

Very soon Tom was involved in helping the late Alec Swanson with the Club Captain duties.

This involved every Monday night being responsible for setting out the mats and organising the draw for the night. Then also there were duties for competitions played during the season. It was only 2004 when Tom took over this position from Alec. He always arrived bright and early each evening, and it’s reported always dressed in his shorts, no matter how chilly the weather.

He would have the mats out, complete the draw, and have everything ticking over ready to start the evening on time! That too was important to Tom. He was protective of the treatment of the mats and insisted on the correct flat soled shoes being

worn. He encouraged new members and made sure they were placed in teams with experienced players.

As a player he was very competitive, so much so that in 2016, which was to be his last season, he won the prestigious Men’s Singles competition.

During his fifteen years he won numerous Club and Malvern Championships, and of course enjoyed regularly representing Malvern.

So the Club have decided it would be appropriate for this trophy to be presented every year to the winners of the

Handicapped Pairs. The Handicapped Pairs is open for all Club members, both men and women, to enter and all have the same opportunities to win, owing to the fact that new players receive points to even out the competition.

“Tom will always be remembered as a kind, gentle man, and so very reliable and dependable.

He enjoyed sharing a joke, yet took playing seriously, and at the same time was encouraging to both old and new members. He is very sadly missed by the Club.”

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L to R: Eleanor Green, President of the Darfield Indoor Bowling Club with Tom’s daughters, Susan Smith and Hilary Walker.

Terrace Sta on’s heritage garden is opening again this Sunday, April, 8th so that visitors can enjoy the beau ful, changing and spectacular colours of autumn.

The quiz table showing domes c items from days past will once again be available to test the knowledge of those a#ending. This popular ac vity brings forth much discussion (and o%en hilarity) from those a#emp ng to solve the puzzle of items from bygone days.

A further highlight of the open day is the specially created walkway of towering sequoias, oaks and other majes c tall trees.

There will also be a sale table of woodland plants, which is always well received.

Event organisers encourage visitors to bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawns and advise that entry for children is free and they are very welcome. Terrace Sta on will be signposted from the Hororata roundabout.

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COME & SEE THE CAR DISPLAY Darfield Rec Centre 10-11am Anzac Day

How much time do St John volunteers need to give?

This is the core question from almost every person interested in joining St John. It’s a fair question, everyone’s time is precious. St John knows some don’t join because the anticipated time commitment is too high.

Some facts about joining: • St John Malvern volunteers are on call from home - if they live within ten minutes of the Station.

• There are kitchen and bed facilities at the Station for those who live further afield.

• Volunteers can choose how many shifts to do each week, either for the whole twelvehours or part-shift.

• The minimum number of shifts required to do is two per month. Some do a lot more by choice and the more volunteers the easier it is to share the load. Calls are by pager so volunteers can still be out and about while on call.

• On duty crews are expected to respond to all jobs irrespective of priority.

• The majority of patients are transported to Christchurch Hospital. Most calls take around three hours from start to finish.

• Darfield is fortunate to have a second ambulance, which is used for public events, sports, etc., again crewed by local volunteers. Fifteen events were staffed last year. With enough volunteers, this vehicle is also able to be used as a second ambulance, if

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Formal training takes place over a number of short courses through the first twelve to eighteen months and includes driving, professional standards, first responder s kil ls and ultimately National Diploma in Ambulance. Volunteers need to be prepared to set aside some time for these courses.

Informal training takes place every Monday evening for two hours and acts as a refresher for all volunteers to ensure skills are maintained to a high standard.

Volunteers are expected to attend as many of these as possible.

“So yes, there is some time requirement,” said Darfield Station Manager, Brian Westwood, Westwood “but at a minimum not much more than the average sports’ club. St John warns people though, it is addictive, that sense of achievement helping people when they really need it and the skills to make a real difference.”

Those interested in being a part of St John in Darfield, are invited to come along to the recruitment day on Saturday April 7th, and have a look at the new Station and ambulances and talk to some of the current volunteers about what is involved.

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A new initiative by Canterbury Golf and New Zealand Golf has seen children from around Canterbury get involved with Team Golf.

The events have provided an opportunity for children to gain experience in a shortened six hole course, team event, with the support of family members as caddies for the young budding golfers.

Children aged four to fourteen years have teamed up and enjoyed the opportunity to make new friends in a fun and relaxed environment.

The ‘It's Ok’ rules provide a relaxed feel to the event where it's all about making golf achievable and enjoyable for all those involved. The events have been supported by numerous golf clubs which has seen Weedons, Tai Tapu, Lincoln and Greendale hosting events on Sunday afternoons with many

local children attending.

"To provide a fun environment on the golf course for children of this ability is key," said Canterbury Golf Development Manager Rachel Thow.

Thow "The team environment adds to the enjoyment with plenty of clapping and support from fellow team mates. Family

The Haunui Trust was formed in 1980 by farsighted locals to offer the people of this community the chance to live independently as they get older, an idea Ryman Villages took up many years later.

Haunui Village is well situated, close to a wide range of community facilities. The residents can use the Darfield shops, cafes, medical centre, swimming pool and bowling

green that they already know and enjoy.

Although Haunui residents must be able to live independently, they are supported by this community and the Trust’s three part time staff. Robin Cattell checks on residents approximately twice weekly, while Lynn Meder organises regular maintenance and Bev Hurford deals with financial issues.

members also play their part in the event as caddies," Rachel added.

Canterbury Golf and New Zealand Golf want to continue to grow the ‘Team Golf’ concept and also include a family event creating fun for the whole family to participate in.

The group of children and supporters who attended Team Golf at Lincoln Golf Club on Sunday, March 25th.

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Haunui trustee, Rev Jenni Carter assists at villa changeover so that residents feel supported as they enter and leave the village.

The Haunui Trust has developed processes to ensure the village continues to be a viable asset for its community. They contract registered valuers and builders to inspect the property and identify issues before fixing them and refurbishing each villa as it becomes available.

A villa is currently advertised in the Malvern News as being available and trustees seek expressions of interest.

Two Haunui residents have recently moved and there are now two villas refurbished and ready for sale.

An incoming resident purchases a Licence to Occupy their villa.

This means they own the villa until they choose to move out.

As a Registered Retirement Village, Haunui offers the financial security of knowing residents’ investment is ringfenced by stringent government regulations.

Haunui Village, which has only fourteen units, is quite a different experience from the big retirement villages of 50-200 villas in town. It’s small and connected to its community, and it’s reported this is just the way its residents like it.

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The Darfield Primary School PTA Malvern Fun Run, held on Sunday, March 25th, was another hugely successful and busy event.

The day didn’t start exactly as planned when a change to the course was needed to accommodate a rugby game on the field organisers had planned to utilise. This unplanned change was handled quickly and efficiently by those in control enabling the event to get underway.

Approximately 140 competitors entered in either the 3, 6 or 12 kilometre fun run, walk, bike ride, duathlon or the one kilometre obstacle course.

Participants were compiled of families, businesses and

community groups all of whom took part with good humour and obvious enjoyment.

One such group was the Darfield Fire Brigade who walked the whole six kilometres in their full fire gear, including breathing apparatus.

Firefighter, Katherine Waller, Waller managed to complete the complete walk without running out of air in her tank. This feat is positively an outstanding effort and although the warning whistle was sounding on the apparatus, she managed to cross the finish line before the tank ceased operation.

Organisers raised enough money to cover the cost of the defibrillator which is located in the school office and available

to the whole community.

The Darfield Primary School children have been fundraising online as well as collecting sponsorship money from family, friends and neighbours. The final amount will be tallied up and revealed next week.

The event was enjoyed by many, with a large number of prizes on offer to those participating.

Highlights of the day included a water slide and fire engine rides complete with water hoses squirting the children.

The PTA are extremely grateful for all the support they received from the community, their helpers and their sponsors.

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A fabulous celebration of creativity over the weekend was enjoyed by many visiting the sixth Easter Art Weekend at Castle Hill. The main exhibition contained work from twenty eight different artists, and was presented beautifully in the village hall. There were oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolour paintings, and sculptures in copper, wood and stone. These sat alongside photographs, prints, pen and ink drawings, ceramics, craft work in mixed media, feathers, flax, pewter jewellery, textiles and soaps, as well as some creative written work too, with six books written by authors from the village; it was a wonderful display of a wide range of creativity inspired by the area.

The accompanying workshops for children offered a busy schedule with options for craft, beading, stone painting and Zentangle. The children’s ‘Decorate your bike’ competition was the usual

favourite, and included works entitled “Camping Holiday’, (yes a sleeping bag and bowl of cereal to munch on while sti ll p eda ll ing ca n be accommodated!), ‘My Family Tree’ and ‘The Paper Boy’.

The weather on Saturday was a mix of clouds and sunshine and it tried to rain for a very short interval. That helped adult participants on the photography workshop visiting Kura Tawhiti, to get some instant practice with the tips and tricks being handed out that morning from John O’Malley and Conor Boyd.

Boyd Both adults and children enjoyed learning the Zentangle method in another workshop on Sunday as, working in pairs, attendees produced a joint black and white tile and enjoyed the mindfulness experience that this type of creativity can inspire.

Visitors to the main exhibition in the village hall were refuelled by Cafe2U’s coffee cart and a Cake Marquee set up in SDC’s marquee for community events, with the younger village residents selling a wide selection of delicious cakes and slices to exhibition visitors.

Creative Castle Hill’s organisers were very grateful to Selwyn District Council’s Creative Communities for supporting the

event, and Renate Galetzka was delighted to report that Kris Waldin won the People’s Choice award with her stunning dry pastel work ‘Lightshafts - Loch Katrine’; the large canvas really captured the light and atmosphere of the area.

Whether the many visitors came away after admiring or purchasing an original piece of art work, or learning something creative from the workshops, participants travelled home or onwards with an appreciation of the area and gained a little bit of life balance from the beautiful environment of the local high country area.

Event organisers were delighted to report that the community had once again enjoyed hosting the event, and thanked the numerous ‘unnamed volunteers’ always needed for bringing this type of event to fruition. Everyone had their parts to play, and all commented that they had thoroughly enjoyed the community atmosphere.

“There is already talk and preparation for Easter 2020, so pop it in your diary for a couple of years time, and look forward to returning or joining in the fun next time,” concluded a spokesperson for the organisers.

Above: Visitors viewing one of the many art options available at Castle Hill over Easter.

Below: Children take part in a creative workshop.

Photos: Conor Boyd

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Seventeen year old, Year 13, Darfield High School student, Kate Sutton can feel proud of both herself and her team after arriving back from the New Zealand Marching Championships having won one award and gained second placing in another two.

Kate has been marching for nine seasons, the past five with her current Club, Eclipse.

She became involved in marching by supporting a friend who wished to attend after seeing an advertisement in the paper. The pair joined the Club (The Southerns) and Kate fell in love with the discipline.

Kate marches for Christchurch based Club, Eclipse, which offers four team grades. This includes the Eclipse Under 16’s which consists of fourteen members and is led by Kate and fellow marcher, Renee Rae. Rae Winning championship awards

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doesn’t come without some hard work and dedication from all team members and Kate attends training for two hours, twice a week as a team. “There is also training that we do ourselves at home,” Kate explained. The team competes in competitions nearly every weekend, throughout the season, as well.

“We take part in a training camp over one weekend and do some extra training days as well. Also a month before Nationals, we train for an extra hour a week,” Kate enthused.

A typical marching season runs from September through to March. Each season Kate’s team masters two Technical phases set by Marching New Zealand and a Display phase that is choreographed by the team and coaches.

At the recent New Zealand Marching Championships, held

After taking out three team awards.

L to R: Kate Sutton (leader), Tracy Webley (coach), and Renee Rae (leader).

The display phase of the groups piece at the Marching Championship held in Hamilton.

in Hamilton (March 16-17th), the team used these routines to bring home the awards. Kate’s team walked away with; • 1st Champion Under 16 Display Team • 2nd Champion Under 16 Technical Drill Team, • 2nd Overall Champion Under 16 Team.

“It’s a pretty amazing feeling being called out to win a national title,” an excited Kate said. “What makes it even more special is that we’ve won the display title four years in a row now!”

To qualify for the New Zealand Championships, the team had been competing in local competitions, as well as competing throughout the South Island and North Island. To make it to the final day of the Championship the teams had to be placed top six in the first day.

This is Kate’s final season with the Under 16’s and she is moving into the Senior Grade next year which she is looking forward to with mixed emotions.

“I plan to keep marching for as long as I can, I love the sport and can’t see myself doing anything else,” she concluded.

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Darfield High School students were treated to a visit from the Royal New Zealand Airforce on March 27th, bringing with them their Super Seasprite Helicopter. After landing on the School’s Field the crew let a large group of interested students, of all ages, walk around the helicopter and ask a barrage of questions. This provided a fantastic opportunity to learn about the role of the Seasprite within the Defence Forces and meet the informative crew members.

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On Monday, March 26th around 1,500 Canterbury primary school students from Year 5 to Year 8 congregated at Ruapuna Speedway to take part in the annual Canterbury Primary Schools’ Duathlon.

In the month running up to this event schools throughout Canterbury held their own school duathlons to establish qualifiers.

Locally the qualifiers from individual schools attended the Malvern Duathlon event and from there successful athletes went on to Canterbury.

A relatively large number of Malvern students met the criteria to attend the Canterbury Primary Schools’ Duathlon and

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gave it their all in the hope of gaining a top Canterbury placing.

Toby Thwaites, Thwaites Year 5 from Hororata School and Yssa Cullen, Cullen Year 6 from Darfield Primary School were placed in the top fifteen for their year bracket - which with a high number of competitors was no mean feat!

Toby was outstanding in his race, coming in fifth out of 146, Year 5, boys. He came in, with a time of 27 minutes, 44 seconds, which was less than a minute behind the first place getter.

Yssa fought hard and came in with a creditable eleventh placing out of 115 Year 6 girls.

Her time of 29 minutes and 31 seconds was only just over two minutes behind the first place getter.

Toby reported that overall the event was good fun. “I really liked meeting other competitors from different schools. I enjoyed the whole event as I love running and biking. In fact I enjoy all sports,” Toby added with a smile.

“The hardest part of the event was the 1km run at the end,” and having biked and run up to nine kilometres, many students would probably agree!

The News congratulates all those who made the grade and competed on the day - well done.

COOLER DAYS - THINGS ARE HAPPENING The cooler nights and cold mornings have now got rodents on the move. Even at my own home in the middle of the day I watched a mouse trying to get under my garage door. A pre-winter check is extremely advisable. When your garage door is closed make sure there are no gaps under the door or at the corners, especially check where the external reveals meet the concrete, at many homes these stop short and mice can walk straight through and get either inside the garage or into your walls. The gap size you are looking for is anything you can fit the end of a Biro (the end with the clip on it) into. You might think that is impossible, but mice have an incredible ability to go through small holes. The other places to check are the weep holes in any brick work, and gaps around waste outlets at gully traps. You may think mice are cute wee guys, but unfortunately they are filthy and can cause terrible damage inside people's homes eg ea ng the insula on around wiring causing a risk of fire and electrical injury. One of the easiest ways of keeping the numbers down are rat bait sta ons on the outside of your home which are lockable and safe. We say rat sta ons as rats can't get into a mouse sta on, but both can use a rat sta on. About three sta ons placed around the outside walls of most homes are enough to keep the numbers down, check them about every three weeks; if there is no ac vity move them to a new loca on. It is far beVer to control them outside, rather than let them get in and risk that horrible smell and damage. The smell is them urina ng - they dribble urine about three thousand mes a day. So basically everywhere they walk is a trail of urine, this can be disease causing and is obviously not clean inside our homes. Most folks can set up and control rodents themselves, but if you need help call Brian at Spiderban we can sell you the sta ons and bait and help set you up.

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Students of Darfield’s Creative Sparks art and music studio had outstanding successes in the Malvern A & P Show art section.

Studio principal Vicky Peacock was understandably proud of the results.

Over 18 Open 1st - Lu Wengler 2nd - Sam Fuehrer 3rd - Sam Fuehrer Over 12 Painting 1st - Arial Holmes 2nd - Ruby Marshall 3rd - Kendal Moore Under 12 Mixed Media 1st - Georgia Johnson 2nd - Ruby Peacock 3rd - Inez Peters-Busch Under 12 Drawing 1st - Georgia Johnson 2nd - Ruby Peacock Under 12 Painting 2nd - Ruby Peacock 3rd - Tessa Bamford.

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3rd place getter the Cardrona Hotel painting of Sam Fuehrer.

Lu Wengler smiles beneath her prize winning painting in the Over 18 art section at last weekend’s Malvern A & P Show.

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Margaret Holiday received a Royal Agricultural Society medal for her dedication and commitment to the Malvern A & P Show for many years both exhibiting and as a Convenor from Photo: Jenny Bassett 2018 Show President Guy Bassett.

Margaret Holiday is the latest, worthy recipient of a Royal Agricultural Society medal, awarded to her as part of official ceremonies at the recent Malvern A & P show.

The medal was given in recognition of her dedication and commitment to the Malvern A & P Show, over many years both exhibiting and as a convenor.

The News spoke to a modest Margaret about receiving the medal and she said, “I was completely taken by surprise, though it was a lovely surprise.”

Margaret had no idea that she was going to be receiving the medal, although she said with a laugh, “I did wonder why there seemed to be quite a few more of my family members at the Show this year than usual”.

Show announcer and recipient of a medal himself in 2012, Stuart Baxter announced the award to showgoers and a rather taken-aback Margaret.

He spoke to the News after the event saying.

“Margaret was a person who never wanted a leadership role or to take the limelight. She was always in the background and always available if needed.

Stu art co mm ent ed t h at Margaret (then Margaret Adams) Adams began as an exhibitor at the Show in 1933/34 before joining the A & P Association with her late husband Joe Holiday in the early 1960’s.

“T hro ug hou t th e y ea rs Margaret has been an exhibitor, convenor, helper extraordinaire and is always there and always able to be relied upon,” Stuart commented. “Margaret's area of expertise has been the indoor produce arena,” he said.

Margaret's son Ray Holiday said they were thrilled their mother had been recognised in such a way. He added that they as a family felt that not only did it honour Margaret, but that it acknowledged all those in the community who pitch-in to bring event’s such as the Malvern A & P Show to fruition.

Margaret, who is in her 86th year still assisted her daughter Pam in the Indoor produce arena at this year’s Show, while her son Ray was taking care of the stock judging classes - truly a family affair.

The Malvern A & P Show Association applies for Excellence medals if there is a person who has given a lot to the A & P movement and deserves to be recognised with such an award.

Over the years there have been many recipients from the Malvern A & P Show family.

While we cannot one hundred percent vouch for the accuracy of this list the following recipients (since 2010) have been honoured: • 2017 - Joe Prouting for sixty years showing sheep at Malvern A & P Show

• 2016 - Judith EarlEarl-Williams for

sixty plus years showing in the Home Produce section at Malvern Show • 2015 - Nancy Dimmock for dedication and commitment to the Home Produce section at Malvern A & P Show • 2014 - Wright Family for over one hundred years commitment from same family to the Malvern A&P Show.

Presented the year Paul Wright was President • 2014 - Malcolm Paterson was presented with an RAS Excellence medal • 2012 - Stuart Baxter for 40+ years announcing at the Malvern A & P Show • 2010 - Elly May for 25 years as Horse Convenor for the Malvern A & P Show.

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Selwyn residents have the opportunity to win in their own local Commonwealth Games Challenge this month.

The Lincoln Event Centre, Rolleston Community Centre, and Selwyn Aquatic Centre are holding a Commonwealth Games Challenge to celebrate the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games and raise awareness of fitness opportunities here in Selwyn.

Selwyn District Council Senior Events and Recreation Advisor Dave Tippett commented that the Challenge is a chance for existing or new customers to be rewarded for attending fitness classes or swimming at the pool.

“We encourage you to push yourself and participate in the Challenge. If you’ve been thinking about trying something new, this is a great opportunity to jump in to a fitness class or to get back in the pool.”

“You’ll meet new people, discover new classes, challenge yourself, set goals, test your comfort zone and have fun!” he added.

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during the Commonwealth Games, from Wednesday, April 4th to Sunday April 15th.

To take part, collect a Commonwealth Games Challenge card from any of the participating facilities. Attend an exercise class, or have a swim, to get a podium level on the card signed off by facility staff.

Sign off as many podium levels as possible and enter into either the Gold, Silver or Bronze draw

to be in to win!

A variety of fitness-inspired exercise gear and accessories will be up for grabs.

Normal class and pool entry prices apply.

For facility timetables go to: www.selwyn.govt.nz

You can never predict the Autumn weather and we had a very hot afternoon for our Show.

Our old friend Bob Wells came out from the City to judge our exhibits and with Bob being a dahlia expert we were in good hands. He commented on the quality of our blooms and gave us a few tips on growing, notably dahlias like potash. The premier bloom award went to Margaret Seaton with Barbara Roberts taking out the awards for premier dahlia, decorative and cut flowers; well done ladies. Our speaker was Leslie Ottie from Eco Educate. Resplendent in her designer wellies and trademark hat, she spoke of her involvement with the Kaiapoi Food Forest, a spin off project from the earthquakes. The group were donated one and a half acres on a year by year lease and it is run on the principles of native bush, looking after itself. Initial planting day saw folks from all walks of life arriving with their trees and plants. Tree Tech carted out trees from the City red zone to be planted in holes already dug out by them. It sounds as if the project is well supported and they have many varieties of fruits etc. What a wonderful way to preserve some of the mature specimens that would probably otherwise have been lost. They welcome visitors, so if you are in Kaiapoi, go along to Cass Street. and see the work being carried out there. Well that time of year again, the big tidy up. Take stock of the garden and see what has performed well over Summer. A good tip from Club member Georgie Eaves when talking to her about her veggie entry. Sprinkle washing powder along the rows of carrot seeds, keeps away the black fly, and you will have the cleanest carrots in the area!

Also a good way of killing moss on paths, drives etc. Use a cheap powder and use liberally.

Happy days,

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A spectacular sight of steam engines working with hay.

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“Our twentieth Anniversary Rally was a great success despite the mud,” commented Rae Horn, Horn Rally Coordinator, New Zealand Vintage Machinery Club, inc.

The rally referred to was held on March 23rd to 25th on the Brooker property at Aylesbury.

Entries exceeded organisers expectations and came from all parts of the South Island, as well as some folk who brought machines from the North Island.

“We did appreciate that huge effort,” Rae said. “Several visitors came from England and Australia, and our special guest, Sherry Schaefer from Illionis USA, is an expert on Oliver tractors and machinery, as well as the Editor of the Oliver Heritage magazine. She added a huge amount of interest to this area. Their comments of appreciation after the event were very heartening, they told us we would stand alongside any event in their countries.”

It was reported that although there was mud everywhere from heavy rain prior and during, it did not hinder the enjoyment and fun experienced by all the enthusiasts and visitors who braved the conditions.

“Everyone put on their best smiles, gumboots and parkas and just ‘got on with it’,” Rae laughed.

When the weather improved there were two Rings operating, one was for the Steam Engines, and all the equipment they could use and display, while the other was working constantly from 10am till 4pm with all manner of machinery.

“The machinery display was amazing, with several new categories added to the schedule, and new people to meet and chat with,” Rae enthused. “The Kirwee Fire Service added much interest with the several machines they displayed, and we thank them for their attendance.

Happenings and interest areas more suited to the females attending went extremely well, as did the children's area both will definitely be included in any future events we hold,” he said.

“We enjoyed having many groups from the area helping with running various areas, as well as taking the opportunity to hold fundraising stalls. It

gave the event a nice community feel and we thank them all for their efforts and coping with the conditions,” Rae added. “Sincere thanks go to our hosts, Mr and Mrs A Brooker. They were so generous, and happy to be part of our event as well; that was appreciated,” he concluded.

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DEADLINES:

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Editorial: Monday 9th April, 1pm Adver sing: Tuesday 10th April, 10am

Editorial: Tuesday 24th April, 1pm Adver sing: Thursday 26th April, 1pm

Friday 6th April 2018 SPORT NOTICES

Results 31st March 2018 Match of the Day - Stroke, Best Nett 1st: B Souness & G Gifkins 68 2nd: J Mangnall 69 3rd: R Youngman70 4th: G.Heffernan 70 5th: B Nahkies 71 6th: C Stott 71 7th: DThopmpson72 Nearest to the Pins: Pins #3: D Lewis #9: D Gibbs #13: G Gifkins #17: D MacDonald Longest Drive #11: #11 Women: B May Men: B Nahkies Longest Putt #18 - sponsored by Darfield Tyre Centre: D Lewis Two’s: Two’s D Gibbs & D Thompson 9 Hole Best Nett: T Kikstra 30 Nett

Thank you to all our sponsors

Results 29th March 2018 Match of the Day: Ladies LGU Silver: Silver N Weavers 70 J Pottinger 76 Bronze: Bronze R Pilbrow 66 L Branton 68 P Rivers 74 W Mehrtens 75 Bronze II: 68 II I Beets-Huchshorn E Scott 72 M Robertson 74 T Newell 75

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Results 24th March 2018 Match of the Day: Par - Presidents Trophy, Winter Stableford Best Gross: A Inch 68 Gross G Marsh 51 A Inch 43 B Marshall 43 B Mangels 43 A Martin 42 A Fouchee 40 J Perkins 39 S Stewart & R Renfrew 38 (on countback) Ladies: Ladies P Deans & J Wilson

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Closest to the Pins: Pins #2in2: B Marshall #6: A Fouchee #11: E Woodward #14: P Fletcher #17: P Collins Results 31st March 2018 Match of the Day - Stableford Best Gross: A Sime 74 Gross P Pearce 44 P Deans 42 B Mangels 41 G Marsh 39 G Deans 39 A Sime 38 P Cardosi 37 Closest to the Pins: Pins #2in2: P Deans #6: P McOscar #11: A Kenworthy #14: M White #17: D McCaughan

Note starting time next week is 12.30pm

COLOUR APPS ON THE START MENU Be brave go and look at the start menu on your Windows 10 machine. What are all those colourful apps(programmes). Browse through them and look. Firstly as you jump in to try one it will download it from the Windows Store and install it on your machine. Away you go and play the game or app and enjoy. If you like these then on the bottom task bar is this.

Selwyn MP Amy Adams has welcomed the publication by Chorus of its build schedule for the second phase of the Ultra-fast Broadband programme (UFB2) in Selwyn.

“Selwyn has done particularly well in terms of the number of areas that will be receiving improved broadband services under the UFB2 programme instigated by the previous Government,” Amy said.

“It is great that Chorus has released details of its planned programme of work so that people living in the areas involved are aware of when these improved services will be available to them.”

The schedule for the rollout of UFB2 is as follows:

Area

Scheduled rollroll-out date

Southbridge

February 2019

Leeston

April 2019

Lincoln (infill from UFB1)

August 2019

Darfield

October 2019

West Melton

May 2020

Doyleston

August 2020

Dunsandel

September 2020

Kirwee

November 2020

Hororata

May 2021

Coalgate/Glentunnel

June 2021

Waddington/Sheffield

June 2021

Arthurs Pass

September 2021

Castle Hill

November 2021

6Apr - 3May

Beyond the Syllabus Art Exhibi on

Selwyn Gallery

11Mar-15Ap 7:00pm

Secrets of Prophecy - Free Seminars

Darfield Library

6 - 8 Apr

‘Kirwee Players Kids’ Present - Annie

Kirwee Community Hall

7th Apr

7:30am

7th Apr

10:00am St John Darfield Recruitment Day

Darfield Ambulance Sta on Glentunnel School Courts

Wings & Wheels

Kimberley Road, Darfield

7th Apr

12:00pm South Malvern Netball Club Day

7th Apr

7:00pm

Paint & Create Workshop

8th Apr

9:00am

Give Golf a Go! 2 hours with a professional coach

8th Apr

10:30am Autumn Garden Open Day

Terrace Sta on, Hororata Creyke Road, Darfield

Darfield High School Field

8th Apr

2:00pm

8th Apr

2:30pm

Glenroy/Windwhistle Civil Defence Mee ng

Glenroy Community Hall

9th Apr

9:00am

Stepping Up - CV Prepara on Session

Darfield Library

9th Apr

6:30pm

Darfield Bridge Club Lessons begin today

The white carry bag with the handles and multicoloured squares is called the Store. Click on it and go into the app and browse.

You will find that some are free, some cost $2.00 to $5.00 and some $80.00. If you can’t find what you want then go up to the top and search for the thing you’re looking for. Business apps, Games, Social, Movies - anything. Once you find what you are looking for then, as before, it downloads into your PC and you can use it. It’s a really great source of different available programme (information) that you can access.

9th Apr

7:00pm

Malvern Community Arts Council AGM

10th Apr

9:00am

Darf/Malv MenzShed Open Tues & Thur as of today McLaughlins Road, Darfield

10th Apr

10:00am Malvern News Adver sing Deadline for 13th April Issue

10th Apr

7:00pm

Malvern School of Music AGM

Darfield Library

Plantout Tour (Morn: West Melton/Kirwee)

Arvo: Hororata/Coalgate

18th Apr

7:30pm

Courtenay A&P ASSN AGM

Kirwee Hall, Supper Room

18th Apr

7:30pm

Firearms Licence Tes ng

Darfield Shoo ng Centre

Julie Boddy Cosme c & Scalp TaVooist

More For You Beauty

This column is supplied by Mark Jones from Super Computer - see advert inside back page

www.supercomputer.co.nz

2nd Dec

15th Apr

21,22,26 Apr

Agent will be on site at Torlesse Estate

Selwyn Gallery

25th Apr

10:00am DuVon Garage Malvern Car Run

25th Apr

1:00pm

Rolleston News Adver sing Deadline for 2nd May Issue

25th Apr

7:00pm

Olive CopperboVom - Theatre

28th April

7:30pm

Tribute to Neil Diamond

Oxford Club

Friends of Darfield Hospital Xmas Trail

Darfield

Darfield Recrea on Centre

Trinity Church, Darfield

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PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

UP COMING ROAD CLOSURES FOR CPW2 CONSTRUCTION •

Current Closures for 2 - 3 Days: 

Highfield Road - between Midhurst & Wards Rds until 10th April

Upcoming Closures for 1 - 2 days:    

Milton Road - between Clintons & Shipleys Rds from 9th April Bealey Road - between Cotons & Plantation Rds from 9th April Midhurst Road - between Highfield & Courtenay Rds from 11th April Highfield Road - between Midhurst & Grange Rds from 11th April

Darfield Shooting Centre Cnr Telegraph Road & Creyke Road

All Welcome

Deadline: 10am Tuesday

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Please watch for signage. - Thank you for your patience.

Email: CPW2@downer.co.nz | Phone: 0800 CPW TWO (279 896)

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ACCOUNTANTS

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LAY ASSOCIATES Chartered Accountants. Rolleston Office phone 03 347 4501, Leeston Office phone 03 324 3030.

“Real people, real knowledge”.

Phone 03 308 6208 201 Smithfield Rd, Ashburton 7772 office@agconsulting.co.nz www.agconsulting.co.nz For competitive prices on mapping, whiteboards & planners contact: Gerard 027 433 9065 Terry 027 229 9993

A.G.M.

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Wed 18 April - 7:30pm Kirwee Hall Supper Room.

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Presentation of President’s Report Financial Statement of Accounts Election of Officers Followed by a General Meeting NEW MEMBERS WELCOME

Secretary: Sharon Kellock 318 1676

THANKS TO SPONSORS On behalf of Hororata Black Diamonds 2018 Golden Oldies Rugby Team, we would like to say thanks to all of our sponsors for helping us achieve a great golf tournament. Special thanks must also go to the Hororata Golf Club for their support, help, advice & use of their fantastic, well maintained golf course.

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CELEBRANT - Michelle Spence.

Weddings and Civil unions in Selwyn area. Please phone 318 3000 or 027 205 4660. www.michellespencecelebrant.com

WEDDINGS, Civil Union Ceremonies, Renewal of Vows, Naming Ceremonies, Funerals & Unveilings. Jenni Gibson ph/fax: 324 8332 Mobile: 021 723 089 jenni@celebrantservices.net.nz

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CHURCH NOTICES

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Sunday 6.30pm

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CARPET

FOR SALE

NEED carpet? Go local!

Very competitive pricing, seldom beaten. 30 years servicing this area. In home sample service, also repairs and installations. Phone Alan Roberts 021 227 2080.

MEADOW hay. Small bales, excellent quality. $7.50 each.

Phone 021 207 0532.

PEASTRAW - Med Sq, $40.

Phone 03 318 3055.

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.

COUNSELLING

Health & Wellness Coaching Mental skills for anxiety, depression, stress... and coaching for weight management and health support.

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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.

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

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

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

FIREWOOD & COAL

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Geoff 021 549 499 A/h 03 324 3482

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Call Don today on 021 066 3011 or 03 318 2983 • Half size tractor for easier access • Up to 6m height topped at 5m or less • Branch size up to 50mm • Cutter drops material to side of hedge

E^pos available.

All top quality, clean wood.

Phone Rini 027 451 7300 FLATMATE WANTED

FLATMATE WANTED In Darfield Township Furnished (if required).

Upstairs double room.

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References required. $150 per week.

I have a dog on the property, so must be ok with animals.

Call for appointment to view 027 358 1581

FREE 3 seater couch, two seater that turns into bed & reclining easy chair. All used but suit batch, man shed or whatever. Must pick up. Phone 318 0811.

HOUSE TO LET KIRWEE - modern 3 bedroom home with logburner. No dogs. Phone 027 447 1007.

KIRWEE - modern 4 bedroom house with 2.2 acres. Pets ok.

2 garages. $600 per week.

View on TradeMe Listing #1573135382.

SPRINGFIELD 1 bedroom studio unit available. Fully furnished, new carpet & lino, wood burner, gas water. Sunny & warm. Cheap to run. Ready to move in. Tenancy agreement essential. References required. $180 pw. Phone Sherie 318 8477.

STANWOOD Grove. Modern sunny and warm 3 bedroom townhouse. On easy care section, with large single internal access garage. $380 p/w. Phone 021 330 996.

Deadline:

TEMPLETON R.S.A

10am Tuesday

GARAGE SALE 9AM - 2PM SUNDAY 15TH APRIL 2018 Donations of goods gratefully received.

If you have items you no longer need, they can be dropped off at the R.S.A Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday after 4pm. We can collect goods if Required.

Please phone Gaye Campbell 03 347 8752

HEDGEHOG

Supplying wood for this Winter!

Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

TRY THE HOT MIX!

GARAGE SALE

LAUNDRY

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.

FREELANCE PAINTERS/ CONTRACTORS

CLEAN GREEN LAUNDRY

Trade qualified Specialising in...

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Int/ext house pain4ng, light commercial Garage floors Farm Fences/Buildings Airless spraying… & more!

All about quality!

Phone 03 318 1757 or 021 232 8069

Phone ScoW 021 029 83216

Sandra Gilmour

FREE QUOTES

LOCKSMITH LOCKSMITH Selwyn based 24hr mobile service, keys cut and general lock and safe maintenance. EFTPOS available. Call Locktight Security 021 171 8060.

MAINTENANCE

Garden & House Maintenance Service - Call for free quote! 020 4052 4567 PAINTING & DECORATING

LIFESTYLE property, 4Ha, 3 Bdr House, Large garage/ workshop, hayshed and stables. Offers over $500k Phone 021 146 4985.

ROOF MAINTENANCE ROOF & house maintenance.

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

ROOM TO RENT

PAINTING & DECORATING

Laundry Service

Specialising in Sports teams’ uniforms.

Very competitive rates!

Delivery service available.

REAL ESTATE

LEIGH CHITTY

Painting & Decorating 027 228 0812 lchitty.decorating@gmail.com www.leighchittypainting.co.nz

Qualified Tradesmen with over 35 years experience • Free quotes & advice • References available • Specialist applicator of imported wallpaper.

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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

SINGLE lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Internet, sky TV. $160 pw. Ph 027 479 1431 or 03 318 3660.

SCRAPMETAL BEST prices! Amalgamated Scrap Ltd. Buying cars & farm machinery. Specialising in farm clean-ups. Rod McQuoid - buyer. Ph 027 695 0480 or 0800 030 712.

SCRAPMETAL - cash paid for all types of metal farm machinery, old cars etc.

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

WEBSITES

NEED A WEBSITE? • Perfect for small business

and startups • Tailored for your project • Local

Contact Joel at: jci.code@gmail.com or jcicode.com

WINDOW CLEANING

PROFESSIONAL, prompt & efficient service. Please phone Gareon 027 622 8210.

COUNTRY TOUCH SERVICES Your very own LOCAL, reliable & experienced

window & oven cleaner.

Satisfaction Guaranteed Ph Wilf Lock for bookings on 022 0440654 WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES

Andrew Love

Contract Window Cleaning

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

Commercial  Residen al Free Quotes

References available.

E: torque_roll@hotmail.com

Phone Dave on 021 142 0567

M: 021 818 816

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SITUATION VACANT

CLEANER WANTED For our West Melton Centre, between 6pm & 6am, Monday to Friday, 3 hours per night.

Please email Melanie at wm@annabelseducare.co.nz

HERD MANAGER REQUIRED We are seeking a motivated Herd Manager for a 400 cow farm located near Sheffield.

The successful applicant will have the following attributes: • Strong work ethic • Good pasture and herd management skills • Take responsibility • Good communication skills.

There is a new 3 bedroom well-appointed farm house and school close by. This is a new conversion with a new 44 bale rotary shed with ACR’s. The property is irrigated. The successful applicant must have valid New Zealand driver’s license and be legally able to work in New Zealand. The successful applicant will have at least 4 years recent New Zealand dairy experience.

Regular time off. Salary: Negotiable, in line with experience.

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.

Licenced Builder

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

FAIRBRASS BUILDERS Registered Master Builder • •

New houses or alterations Award winning builder

R eg is te re d

Phone Rodney Fairbrass on: Master MEMBER

027 446 7092 E: fairbrassbuilders@gmail.com

CALF REARERS NEEDED Our clients are looking for calf rearers for the coming season. Experience is an advantage but not always necessary.

If you would like to register your interest in calf rearing please see our web site: www.dfms.co.nz or call Tracey on 027 568 1855.

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EXPERIENCED COOK/CHEF NEEDED For The New Willows Café, Glentunnel OPENING SOON!

SITUATION VACANT

Malvern News am

Adver sing Deadline: 10

Ph 318 4131 Mob 027 357 3696

LOGFIRE INSTALLATIONS Showerdomes Tiling

www.malvernglass.co.nz

Please email Jarnia your CV to willowsgolfcafe@gmail.com or Text 027 318 7058.

Phil Marsh

Adrian’s Building Services (03) 324-3125

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TRADES

Locally based, NZ Home Hea ng Installer 10+ years

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If you feel that this is your next challenge please apply to Paulien Van der Eijk by Email: fairleighfarm@xtra.co.nz with your CV.

TRADES

WINDOW REPAIRS

Tuesday

New Builds Extensions Renovations Kitchen & Bathrooms

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

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

TRADES

TRADES

TRADES

• 25 years experience Phone 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

TRADES AUTO & Marine Upholsterer 3967 West Coast Rd, Phone 03 318 7378. Opening Hours: Mon to Fri, 8am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 12pm. www.advancedupholstery.co.nz

PORTABLE sawmill for all your timber requirements and macrocarpa sales. Please phone Graeme Knowles on 021 613 229.

UPHOLSTERER - Recover lounge suites, dining chairs, squabs etc. Free quotes.

Based in Weedons. Please phone 03 980 4979.

Tiler & Registered Water Proofer Look me up on

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Interior Plaster Contact us today!

Maintenance EvereW Sullivan Renova4ons & New Homes Locally Owned & Operated Ph: 021 022 13500 15 years Experience E: chchplasterguy@gmail.com

Heat pump supply, installation, servicing & maintenance General household & business electrical work.

House & Roof PrePre-Paint Wash Hydro Drain Cleaning Cleans most surfaces: fences, paths, brick, block, wood, concrete & machinery.

Moss Treating:

Give Nigel a call now for your no obligation free quote

DAIKIN • MITSUBISHI • HITACHI

Your LOCAL & reliable tradesman

Ph: 021 387 750

roofs, footpaths & driveways.

www.mytradesman.co.nz

or phone 03 318 1973 or 027 421 1637 e: bowen ling@gmail.com

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

Darfield based with over 38 years of local knowledge and experience

Septic Tank Cleaning Jetting Unit for blocked drains Camera Investigations | Port-a-loo hire Office 318 8609 | 0274 338 693 | admin@leechdrainage.co.nz

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Aerials/Dishes TV/DVR Set-up Wall Mounting Freeview/Decoders Cabling Phone Jacks

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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 COMPUTER

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!

You kids today have it easy. When I was a kid everything was HUGE. My dad was nearly four !mes bigger than me. You couldn't even see the tops of counters ...

Then gradually everything became smaller un!l it was the manageable size it is today.

- Bizarro comic strip

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 • Cooktops • Washing Machine Hire from $8 p.w.

• Dishwashers • Washing Machines • Dryers

MURRAY DAWSON APPLIANCE SOLUTIONS Reg. Service Technician 027 226 3898

Renova!ons, New Houses, Hot Water Cylinders, Kitchens & Bathroom Upgrades, General Maintenance!

Phone Mark

MALVERN COMPUTERS

021 732 331

027 869 0026

Selwyn Electrical Ltd

New Computers • Virus Acer ES1ES1-523 Laptops Removal • Problem • AMD 2.2GHz Upgrades Solving Software Quad core CPU Closed Saturdays • 8gig RAM • 256 SSD Jon Lawrence $965 • DVD-Drive Ph: 03 3183 699 Incl GST • 15.6” screen Mob: 027 688 9103 malcomputers02@gmail.com • Windows 10

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Your Local Registered Electrician

ROB KELLOCK 318 1676 or 021 184 2448 Call Danie 021 875 462 03 980 2865 / 03 344 5744 www.spouting2u.co.nz

david wilkinson

Contact your LOCAL certifying specialist.

Over 30 years experience.

registered electrician phone 03 318 1231

Mainland Plumbing & Gas Ltd Ph Glenn: Kirwee Based

fax email

027 445 0684

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.

Big Job or Small I do them all !

RURAL PLUMBING SERVICES LTD Simon O’Connell • Certifying Plumber M: 021 048 4799 • H: 03 317 9174 E: simon@rpsltd.co.nz Darfield based, working Canterbury wide.

All Maintenance, Hot Water Cylinders, Log burners, Spouting, Rainwater Harvest, Wetbacks, Pumps, Alterations (new and existing)

Maintenance Renova ons New Builds Pump servicing and installa on • Water filter installa on • Water pump hire • • • •

• Supply and installa on of sep c tank systems • Gas and wood fire installa on • IQP in backflow preven on • Teatsprayer servicing

‘One call and we’ll do them all’

0800 752 400 plainspgd@gmail.com

Qualified Tradesman Phone 318 3660 or 027 479 1431

Deadline:

10am Tuesday

Two guys are walking through the woods one day when they stumble across a big deep hole. The first guy peers into it and says, "Wow! That looks deep." The second guy says, "It sure does. Let's throw a few pebbles in there and see how deep it is. We'll be able to tell the depth by how long it is before we hear the noise of the pebbles landing." So they pick up a few pebbles and throw them in and wait. Nothing. There's no noise.

The first guy says, "Jeeez. That is really deep. I know, let's throw one of these great big rocks down there. Those should make a noise." So they pick up a couple football-sized rocks and toss them into the hole and wait... and wait... Again, nothing. They look at each other in amazement. Then the first guy gets a determined look on his face and says, "Hey, over here in the weeds, there's a railroad e. Help me carry it over. When we toss that sucker in, it's goVa make some noise." So the two of them drag the heavy e over to the hole and heave it in. Once again, not a sound comes from the hole. Suddenly, out of the nearby woods, a goat appears, running like the wind. It rushes toward the two men, then right past them, running as fast as it's legs will carry it. Suddenly it leaps in the air and into the hole. The two men are astonished with what they've just seen and look at each other in amazement. Then, out of the woods comes a farmer who spots the men and ambles over. He asks them, "Hey, you two guys seen my goat out here?" The first guy says, "You bet we did! Craziest thing I ever saw. It came running like crazy and just jumped into this hole and disappeared!" "Nah", says the farmer, "That couldn't have been my goat. My goat was chained to a railroad e."