Issue 871 - Friday 14th December 2018

Inside this issue: Long Service Recognised Arthur’s Pass Summer Fete Kiwibank Local Hero Outward Bound Scholarship Holiday Programme Dressage Championships SDC Scholarship Xmas Message - Mayor Xmas Message - Selwyn MP West Melton Community Centre Opening Community Support Valued Christmas Haircuts Pet Day At Glentunnel Mini MX Xmas Party LeAers To The Editors Kirwee SIFD March 2019 Darfield Garden Club Christmas Trail Xmas Message - MCB

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Summer and Skye show off their Christmas themed face painting.

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A fabulous warm, still, fine, day dawned for Darfield’s Christmas Picnic in the Park last Sunday.

Held in Westview Park beside the Skate Park, the warm weather brought out many appreciative families to enjoy the event.

“The day ran really well,” said Rebecka Slaven, Slaven spokesperson for the organisers. “The music was great from all the entertainers present, with DJ

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Singh Star really keeping things fun and enjoyable. As always bouncy castles, face painting, the balloon man and Pedalmania were huge hits with the children.

The giving tree, which was a first for this event, was incredibly well received and there were some amazing gifts given,” Rebecka concluded.

The Giving Tree at the event which saw some fabulous gifts placed under it for distribution to families.

Watch out for the Darfield Fire Brigade’s Lolly Throw on Friday 21st December.

Leaving the Fire Station (North Terrace) at approx. 5pm and will travel around Darfield throwing lollies from the Fire Engine!

Merry Christmas to you all!

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Friday 14th December 2018 We would like to wish everyone a relaxing and safe holiday.

Thank you for all of your support over 2018 we really appreciate it.

Christmas Opening Hours: Last day - Friday 21st December Thurs 27th Dec: 11am-7pm Thurs 3rd Jan: 11am-7pm Thurs 10th Jan: 11am-7pm Monday 14th Jan resume normal hrs.

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The HONEY HUNTERS of Whitecliffs

OPEN DAY Saturday 15th December 2018 10am-4pm, 981 Whitecliffs Road Pour your own Honey at THE GOWANLEA TRADING POST!

Malvern Health & Community Welfare Trust members: Ian Warren, Lu Wengler, Vicki Mulholland, Helen Skurr, Gwen Heffernan, Mary Roberts, Raewyn Feast, Lindsay Jacobs, Belinda Mortlock, Donald Wright.

At a presentation held on December 2nd, local resident and 2015 QSM recipient for services to health and the comm un ity, I a n W a rr en relinquished his post as Chairperson of the Malvern

Bring a pottle or bucket to fill - flowing on tap will be two flavours of Gowanleagold Raw & Natural Honey Fusions.

Rata & Kamahi Trees - Wild Flower Honey Native Beech Trees - Honey Dew Honey

Enjoy the taste of Nature’s Nectar, Direct from the Honey Farm!

Raw, Natural & Unprocessed Honey.

Wholesale prices • CASH payments only

Ian and Ruth Warren along with the magnificent sculpture, presented to them.

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Woods, Woods Glenda Stone, Stone Stella Randle and Nicola Tripp.

Tripp The Trust obtained the contract for both District Nursing and Personal Care. Since its inception Trust activities have included, health forums and seminars, subsidising community health initiatives, piloting an aged day care centre, a scholarship for tertiary health studies and the provision of a $200,000 loan to enable the new medical centre to be built.

Malvern Health and Community Welfare Trust employ three district nurses and six relieving nurses and over the years have firmly established themselves as a successful operation in the local community.

The role of today’s Trust and its nursing providers is considerably more complex to administer than in the days of its initial inception.

Ian’s replacement is yet to be decided upon, but he will remain as a trustee of the Malvern Health and Community Welfare Trust.

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Health and Community Welfare Trust after 24 years at the helm. The presentation took place at the Trust’s Christmas lunch which was held at Ian and Ruth Warren’s home. Ian was presented with a magnificent stone statue - albeit a rather heavy one!

“I definitely needed assistance to get it out of my car,” laughed Vicki Mulholland Malvern Health and Community Welfare Trust co -ordinator, a position she has held for a similar number of years.

The Malvern Health and Community Welfare Trust came into being when the Darfield Medical Centre decided to discontinue the District nursing service in 1993. A number of locals led by Leith Creamer and the late Janice Collier organised an extremely well attended public meeting to address the Malvern nursing issue. A health committee was formed to determine how future home care nursing services should be managed. The first trustees were Ian Warren (Chairman), Bill

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Have a Merry Xmas & Happy New Year from the Cat’s PJ’s team!

Wishing you all a very happy and healthy festive season with family and friends.

Your loyalty during the year is very much appreciated.

Thank you from Rex & Jane.

Closed Statutory Days only!

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ARTHUR’S PASS Organised by the YMCA Arthur’s Pass Outdoor Education Centre the forthcoming Summer Fête has been arranged to provide a community event with something for everyone to enjoy. It’s also hoped the January 12th Fête will attract visitors to the picturesque township that’s right on the area’s doorstep. The event is part of the YMCA Arthur’s Pass summer programme and will offer something for the whole family. With market stalls, sausage sizzle, face painting,

bouncy castle, music, local crafts and products, games, a bake sale, raffle and more, the Fête with its free entry, is fundraising for the Centre’s outdoor education programmes (specifically clothing and equipment to reduce barriers to participation and enable more people to enjoy the outdoors).

“The raffle has attracted some fantastic donated prizes,” event organisers commented, “and there are also still some spaces for stall holders selling locally made products,” they added.

The Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year Award aims to reward and identify everyday people doing extraordinary things in their local communities. These awards recognises the commitment, contribution and the sacrifices these Kiwis make to help make their local communities a better place for everyone.

Paige Sullivan who is the current Selwyn Youth Councils Chairperson received a Kiwibank Local Hero Award on December, 4th at Addington Raceway where the ceremony was held.

She received this award for the amazing work she does for the youth of Selwyn and also what she does as an advocate for all youth across Canterbury and New Zealand . “ I was very surprised and humbled to receive this award. It was wonderful to see people honoured who give up there time for free to help others. It was lovely to see those people celebrated with special awards,” commented Paige.

Paige is pictured here with two Christchurch City Councillors.

ANNABEL’S EDUCARE & KINDERGARTENS South Terrace, Darfield

CHRISTMAS CLOSURE: Closing 24th December at 3pm Re-opening 3rd January at 7:30am Thank you to all our past and present families for your support!

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Safe and Happy Holidays.

For further details search for Arthur’s Pass Summer Fête on Facebook and see their advertisement in this issue.

SUMMER FETE FUNDRAISER Saturday 12th January 2019, 10am - 4pm At Arthur’s Pass Outdoor Education Centre Market stalls, sausage sizzle, face painting, bouncy castle, music, local crafts & more!

Free entry for all the family!

Email: apoec@ymcachch.org.nz

Don’t miss the opportunity to attend a twenty one day Classic course at Outward Bound as part of the Ka Mahi scholarship programme.

Ka Mahi or ‘great work’, provides up to 75% funding for young people who are volunteering in their communities or doing something great in their personal lives.

This funding has been generously provided by Outward Bound donors.

Applicants need to be between 18-26 years and be ready for a personal challenge.

Scholarships are available for Classic courses between May and September 2019.

If this sounds like yourself or someone you know, apply online at www.outwardbound.co.nz/ community/scholarships or for more information people can contact the Outward Bound team.

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DARFIELD JAIL SANTA’S GROTTO 17th - 21st December, 3pm - 6pm 22nd December, 10am - 1pm The Malvern Community Board are hosting a Christmas Grotto at the Darfield Jail!

• Bring your camera when Santa is in session and take photos

with the chirpy old gent.

• Santa will have a mailbox for all your letters between 17-21

Dec and if you are lucky he will send you a letter back (full mailing address required)!

• There will be a small gift for each child.

Working with Communities

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Michelle’s LOCAL DRIVING INSTRUCTOR • COACH ‘Wishing all of my clients and supporters a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!’

Open as usual over Christmas Holidays.

Ph: 027 226 0118 E: michellesdriveschool@gmail.com

DRIVING YOU TO SUCCESS & CONFIDENCE

Finding a quality activity for children to participate in during the summer break is now easier than ever before for local parents. A collaboration between TM Dance World (Tara Tara Marshall) Marshall and Creative Sparks (Vicky Vicky Peacock) Peacock will see

children’s artistic needs catered for between December 17th and 21st, and again between January 21st and 25th. The two weeks of holiday programming will take place in the heart of Darfield at the newly built studios that accommodate both

A big thank you to the committee & volunteers of the Darfield Day Club for their hard work during the year!

Wishing you all, a relaxed and Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year!

From your Grateful Members

Dance and art will both be offered at the TM Dance World and Creative Sparks’ holiday programme.

SUMMER HOLIDAY PROGRAMME Art  Craft  Dance

CHRISTMAS HOURS: OPEN: CLOSED: OPEN: OPEN: CLOSED: OPEN:

Mon 24th Dec, 7am - 3pm Tues 25th & Wed 26th Dec Thu 27th & Fri 28th Dec, 8am - 4pm Sat 29th Dec, 9am - 12pm Mon 31st Dec - Wed 2nd Jan Thu 3rd Jan (back to normal hours)

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the team at Darfield ITM! 85 North Terrace, Darfield Phone: 03 318 7474 Email: info@darfielditm.co.nz

17th - 21st December 2018 21st - 25th January 2019 Half Day: $40  Full Day: $65  Full Week: $260

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businesses.

“Children will be kept busy between the hours of 9am and 4:30pm with activities and we are also offering extended, free, supervised care for thirty minutes before and after these activities,” Vicky and Tara commented. "We hope this will help working parents juggle their busy schedules and make the lead up to Christmas a little easier," the pair added.

The summer programme is aimed at children between the ages of five and thirteen and while in attendance they will be able to participate in arts, crafts, dance, play-time and Christmas movies.

“The art and craft created in the week of December 17th will be seasonally themed,” Vicky explained. “Each day the children will create a piece of Christmas art and a Christmas decoration. Some of the art will depict a northern hemisphere, winter Christmas, but other pieces, like the pastel and dye ice-blocks, will represent our southern hemisphere, summer Christmas. We will also be making pompom baubles, Christmas crackers, Christmas cards, tree decorations and paper bag stars,” she added.

To make sure the children are also up on their feet and moving, those attending will be able to participate in three dance classes each day.

“The classes will consist of Jazz, Hip Hop and Acrobatics,” Tara reported. “These are all very different genres of dance, so we really hope there will be something to suit everyone,” she said.

All the dance and art classes provided are suitable for beginner levels and are intended for the children attending to have fun and give it a go!

It almost goes without saying that both Tara and Vicky are excited to be running this, their first ever summer programme together, sharing their love for the arts!

See the advertisement in this issue for details of booking for either full weeks, full days or individual sessions.

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Nicola and Gilbert looking fantastic during their dressage test.

They are showing fabulous style, through their required movements.

The Darfield High School students who were the lucky recipients of the Selwyn District Council student scholarships for 2018 were Esther Blain and Katie Sharp. These girls are both very worthy recipients, they receive $3000 towards study and ten weeks paid employment next summer holidays. Pictured above are (L-R) Katie Sharp, Mayor Sam Broughton and Esther Blain.

Merry Christmas!

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CLOSED 10:30am - 2pm CLOSED 10:30am - 2pm Normal Hours

Come visit us at Mid West Mews South Terrace, Darfield

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By Lucinda Jarvis.

2 McMillan Street, Darfield • Phone 03 318 8734

Local horse rider Nicola Maley competed in the CoolTranz Canterbury Dressage Championships held at Mcleans Island over the weekend of December, 1st - 2nd. She rode the beautiful Astek Galahad (Gilbert) who is a nine year old warmblood gelding. Gilbert performed like a true star for Nicola winning both his Level 7 tests and then taking out the Level 7 Championship.

Nicola was a pony mad child and this passion has continued throughout her life. She has evented and ridden in the show ring but she has always had a real passion for dressage.

Gilbert was purchased off the Astek Stud by the Maley’s when he was two and a half years old. Nicola’s husband Shane Maley broke Gilbert in and Nicola has produced him through to the level he is currently at. They have been competing as a combination for the last five years and have formed a true partnership. This is the third horse Nicola has produced to this fantastic level.

The future goals for Nicola and Gilbert are to travel up to the North Island this season to compete at Nationals and Horse Of The Year, then step Gilbert up to Level 8 next season. Exciting times ahead for this talented combination.

Dressage is a truly elegant equestrian sport which many people could probably relate to as horse ballet. It is a discipline that promotes harmonious riding and training to form a trusting partnership.

Dressage develops willingness, expression, flexibility, balance and power in the horse.

Achievement in dressage competition is measured by the correct execution of the requirements of the test at each level.

Rosalie & Roger from Mason’s Drapery wish everyone a Merry Christmas and our very Best Wishes for 2019.

Thank you for your conDnued support.

Closed 25th & 26th Dec and 1st & 2nd Jan Open: Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm • Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm

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Unique Silverstead handmade gift trays & platters, elegant serve ware & fruit pastes.

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A Springfield School Fundraiser!

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Christmas Party!

Sunday 16th December - 2pm start At The Terrace Surf & Turf Bar Live entertainment provided: Pistons, Karen Overton, Ukulele Club & Matt Hall.

11 Cardale Street, Darfield - Phone: 03 317 9400

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We will be operating as usual over the Christmas Holidays.

Wishing all of our loyal clients a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!

Vet-Ent Darfield would like to wish our clients a very

Merry Christmas!

Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to gather together with family and friends we love.

It’s a time when life often slows a little and we are able to take stock of the year that has been and look forward to the things to come.

For some of us this Christmas, we welcome new members into our family through birth or marriage. For others of us Christmas will be tinged with sadness as we remember those who have been lost to us this year.

This Christmas Liz’s family are joining us in Darfield for a few nights which will be nice. I’m also looking forward to the Boxing Day cricket test, swimming in the Waimakariri and

spending time with Liz and Elliott.

Remember to cherish those who are gathered with you, to smile and say hello to strangers, to take opportunities to heal past hurts, to sing a few carols and remember the reason for

December is often a very busy time for everyone with end of year concerts and prize-givings for those with school-aged children to attend, along with work functions. There can be a lot of pressure to get things done before the holiday period and to buy gifts and prepare food for family get-togethers.

Despite all of the hectic activity it is often helpful to reflect on the year that is drawing to a close. As always, one of the most rewarding aspects of my

job is the variety of people I am lucky enough to meet both in my role as the local MP for Selwyn and as the Opposition Spokesperson for Finance.

Some of the highlights for me during the course of this year have been attending community events such as Selwyn Children’s Day back in March when I relived my own childhood with a spot of hula hooping! March was also the month for the annual Malvern A & P Show, while in November it was the Courtenay A & P Show - both key local events here in Malvern. I enjoyed visiting Hororata Primary School in June and last month I had a great day out at the Hororata Games, where I was privileged to have been Chieftain last year.

As in previous years, I have held coffee meetings in various

Christmas.

I trust whatever your plans are, that you travel safely, that you find peace in the mayhem, and have a wonderful feed.

Merry Christmas.

Sam Broughton Selwyn Mayor

Selwyn Mayor Sam Broughton with wife Liz and baby daughter Elliott.

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Monday 24th Xmas & Boxing Day 27th & 28th Saturday 29th Monday 31st January 1st & 2nd Thursday 3rd Friday 4th Saturday 5th

8am - 5pm CLOSED 8am - 5pm CLOSED 8am - 5pm CLOSED 8am - 7pm 8am - 5pm 9am - 12pm

In the case of an emergency, please phone

03 318 8611 & you will be directed to our afterhours veterinary service.

Selwyn MP Amy Adams.

locations around Selwyn and have continued to advocate strongly for the community on matters relating to road safety and congestion on our state highway network. During August I organised a public information evening to facilitate discussion around the proposed legislation regarding assisted dying.

If you would like my assistance on any matter please contact my office in Templeton. The office will close for the Christmas - New Year break on Friday 21st December and will re-open again on Monday 7th January, with reduced hours that week.

I would like to wish you all a wonderful Christmas and a safe and happy New Year.

Selwyn MP Amy Adams

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Friday 14th December 2018 A gentle therapy for every body!

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The clinic will be closed from Monday 24th December and re-opens Tues 8th January.

Thank you for your support throughout the year, Wishing everyone a happy and safe Xmas and New Year!

Gift Vouchers available for relaxing Hot Stone and Indian Head Massage

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The Kirwee and West Melton Toy Library give their massive thanks to the surrounding local community for again supporting their annual fundraising raffle, which was held at the recent Courtenay A & P show. The proceeds received through this raffle each year enable them to keep operating and maintaining their resources, another reason why community support is so

important to them.

“Our motto ‘Play is the Way’ is a phrase you may have heard a lot lately,” said a Toy Library spokesperson, “and refers to research that shows children learn faster while playing. By having access to a broad selection of toys, children are able to make sense of the world, practice theories on how things work and encourage their

For a nominal cost hair stylist and owner/operator of Darfield Hair Boutique, Phoebe Seaward offered haircuts to students and parents of the Windwhistle School community. Not just a preChristmas haircut though, Phoebe was donating half the cost back to the School as a fundraising initiative toward School camp!

Above: Left Kate and Connor of Room 2, get haircuts by Phoebe, which benefits camp fundraising too.

individual creativity which enables them to keep up with our ever changing world.

“The Toy Library operates to ensure local children’s needs are met, while saving local families from having to deal with the expense of the various stages of play that children explore. New members from surrounding areas are always welcome,” they concluded.

Check out the Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Face book to find out more.

Darfield Dental Centre will be closing on Wednesday 19th December 2018 (Morning Clinic - Emergencies only).

We re-open with normal hours from Monday 7th January 2019.

Please call us on 03 318 8392 to leave a message, or to get the emergency contact over the Christmas period

To all our customers,

Have a Safe & Merry Christmas!

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We wish you a Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year!

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Friday, December 7th Glentunnel School held their Pets Day. It was absolutely perfect weather for the students to enjoy a perfect day, fill of fun outside the classroom. In the morning the students were judged on their fabulous craft items and wonderful handwriting, that they had worked so hard on. In the afternoon there was the judging of the very important guests the ‘pets.’ Students were very proud of their special companions they brought along to school. Many other activities also took place on this fun filled day. There was a very popular

bouncy castle and stalls selling wonderful crafts and food items made by the students. Another great item on the days agenda was the annual cake auction,

this made an amazing $2,800 to go towards the cost of next year’s Year five and six camp. A fun filled day was had by all those who attend Pets Day.

Aden with his dog Zip enjoying their day out together.

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Charlotte with her very special insect.

Emma admiring the beautiful lamb entries.

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Father Christmas arriving in style at the Fun Day.

The informa on and opinions published are not necessarily those of the Malvern News proprietors.

The final approval of le#ers for print, rests with the editors.

(Unless by prior arrangement, le#ers to the Editor should be no more than 200 words [approximately] in length.)

Le#ers to the editor won’t be considered for publica on without the writer’s name (given and surname) and area of residence (not address) also being printed.

Le#ers wri#en using a pseudonym, are unable to be published.

The Editors

To the Editors: Being a frequent user of McHugh Forest Park near Darfield, this is a great asset and normally a peaceful oasis of nature and lots of birdlife. However there is a large number of irresponsible dog owners who let their unruly, untrained dogs run amok, barking and rushing aggressively at walkers as if we were invading their territory. I would like to use this medium to urgently ask these owners to control your untrained dogs by keeping them on a lead if they cannot obey your commands or keep them away from public reserve areas until they are properly trained. Respect the peacefulness of the reserve and the rights of other users. I was rushed at today which left me shaken and had my four year old grand-daughter been with me it would have put her off dogs for life.

The place for dogs to run freely in public space should be a dog park.

M.R. Thomson, Darfield.

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It was an action packed day at the Canterbury Mini Motocross Xmas Party on December, 9th.

The conditions were perfect and everyone had an awesome, fun filled day which would not have been possible without the much appreciated venue for the day.

Big thanks to all those that worked hard to get the track ready for racing.

“The Canterbury Mini Motocross Committee wish all the Mini Racers and their families an amazing Christmas and safe holidays,” commented a Club spokesperson.

“A massive thanks also to all out -going and in-coming committee members, your help and support has been most appreciated.

“To find out about the dates of racing for 2019 visit the Club’s Facebook page.”

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Closing 3pm Friday 21st December Re-opening 7:30am Monday 14th January

We will be closing 21st Dec 2018 & Re-opening Monday 7th Jan 2019

Wishing all our clients a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!

To the Editors: I would like to send a big thank you to the Malvern and Darfield Community boards for organising Picnic In The Park in Darfield on Sunday afternoon. To all the volunteers and those providing the entertainment, thank you for a relaxed and most enjoyable family afternoon.

It is most appreciated that we can attend a Christmas event locally and catch up with family, friends and neighbours - long may it continue!

Happy Christmas.

Liz Leech, Darfield.

Closed from 1pm Friday 21st December 2018 & re-opening 8:30am Monday 14th January 2019 Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year from all the team here at Coalgate Motors!

Come in and see us for all your motoring needs!

Thanks to all our clients for your support!

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas & a Happy & Safe New Year!

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Organisers of South Island Field Days advise that as at December 4th there were only thirty sites left at the March 27th - 29th Kirwee event.

“While site registrations have closed and we have started allocating, those that have registered after allocation will still get a site,” a spokesperson for the organisers said.

“However you will be allocated where there are sites left,” they added. “With nearly 500 exhibitors attending and 30,000 visitors expected during SIAFD, you are better to be there than not....,” they commented.

Allocation of sites is an in-depth process where exhibitors are put with their appropriate industry section, and the requirements for site power and/or water are taken into account, along with more specific requests on placement.

This allocation process is undertaken by a group of volunteers who work well into the night!

Site numbers will begin rolling out from December 10th, beginning with the demo area and exhibitors are asked to be patient as each of them are emailed the necessary information.

It is reported that the demo area has been planted out thanks to numerous individuals

and companies who have provided goods and services.

This includes many local contractors and businesses.

Plans are well underway for the north corner Tractor pull, organised by committee member Chris Watts - definitely something to entertain spectators.

Thirty Six members recently gathered at the home of Club secretary, Cynthia Bishell, for our Christmas get together and we had a whole day without rain, yes truthfully no rain! Cynthia and husband Neville made us most welcome and a tour of the garden before lunch gave us all a good appe te. From the avenue of Lime trees lining the drive, right through to the veggie garden at the rear, this is a truly rural garden with large lawns, big bold beds and imagina ve plan ngs. The courtyard was awash with roses and poppies, obviously liking the sheltered, hot posi on. There was certainly plenty of goodies for lunch and I don’t think anyone went home hungry, or thirsty as a nice selec on of wines and juices were on offer. Club member Dorothy Blanke recited a short poem for us, which was well received. Everyone went home with a plant and I hope, happy memories of another lovely day spent at Garden Club. So, as we close for the year, a big thanks to all the kind folk locally and beyond who have opened up their gardens to us over the year. Thanks to the team at the News for their support and anyone else in the community who has also supported us.

We can’t forget our CommiAee, grateful thanks for all your hard work, keep at it ladies, Father Christmas might remember you!

Have a great Christmas and a joyful New Year .

Pat Newmarch

Friday 14th December 2018

On Sunday, December 2nd, The Friends of Darfield Hospital held their successful Christmas Trail fundraiser, despite changeable weather during the lead up to the event. After some early morning drizzle on the day, conditions thankfully remained dry for the period the Trail was held.

Fortunately ticket sales increased during the few days leading up the event, and also on the day itself. In all about ninety tickets were sold, and it is expected that about $1,300 will be raised once some costs are met.

Those who participated were treated to an excellent ‘Trail’ comprising nine outstanding properties. Of the properties,

four displayed beautiful gardens, two were superbly decorated to reflect the excitement and joy of Christmas, while the remainder offered both delightful gardens and an array of wonderful interior decorations. Included in the ticket price was a welcome afternoon tea provided by members of The Friends. This was held at the Catholic Parish Centre.

The Friends of Darfield Hospital wi sh to ex pr e ss t he ir appreciation to all the people who supported the event, and also the nine property owners, for the efforts they made to ensure that their properties were in excellent condition for the event. They also want to

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offer their very special thanks to Jo McIntosh, McIntosh of Bayleys Real Estate, who not only offered her property for the Trail, but also agreed to print the tickets and funded valuable advertising.

The funds raised will be used to provide extra items for Darfield Hospital which enhance the care, comfort and treatment of the patients.

The Friends Team wish all members of our very supportive and generous community, a Merry Christmas and prosperous, Happy New Year.

We are most appreciative of the support we receive each year for our fundraisers.

Brian Davidson Friends of Darfield Hospital

Visitors enjoyed the garden and surrounds at the home of Theckla Barnhill (right) who, along with her grandchildren, welcomed those on the Friends of Darfield Hospital Trail.

Photo: Godfrey Judd

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With only a few weeks to Christmas I find myself thinking about the Board’s achievements over the past year. There has been a lot of business, as usual, and whilst this is good, the Board has been looking at ways to improve communication and engagement with communities.

As we continue to grow as a District we need to be consistently exploring new avenues to connect with each other.

One way of doing so, and a personal highlight of mine, is our on-the-road meetings throughout the year. During 2018 the Board held meetings in Tawera, Greendale, Kirwee and just this past week, Windwhistle. We will continue that next year, with meetings scheduled in Castle Hill, Arthur’s Pass, Hororata and Glentunnel.

It’s a wonderful opportunity to hear from communities face to face about how they are getting on.

Our recent meeting in Windwhistle was well attended by members of the community.

Concerns raised included roading; the mobile library bus service; war memorial lighting and consents’ issues. Mention was also made of the planting undertaken at the Gorge and the fact that Council appointed a part-time ranger in the Coleridge area working on weekends. The night ended with a shared meal. This was the last Board meeting of the year.

While staff continue to work with committees to resolve issues I do want to remind everyone to use the ‘snap, send, solve’ application, or log a helpline request. This ensures that concerns are tracked and is a prompt and efficient way to deal with something. Committees are also encouraged to contact their local Board representative at any time for assistance.

The Board celebrated several highlights during 2018. One of these was a successful visit to

China and Japan as part of our Sister Cities Relationships. The Mayor recently noted that these visits open up pathways for the people in Selwyn, to learn about other cultures and share knowledge and expertise.

On behalf of the Board, I want to thank all our communities in Malvern for their continued support, but perhaps more importantly for their hard work in creating a better environment for all who live in this beautiful part of the Selwyn District.

If you plan to travel for a holiday, come back safely and enjoy your time out from every day busy life.

The Board wishes you and your loved ones, a Merry Christmas.

Jenny Gallagher Chairperson Malvern Community Board

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Merry Christmas & a Prosperous New Year to all our clients and communities from the SICON and Blakely Construction teams In the New Year the SICON office at Darfield and the Blakely Office, Old West Coast Rd will be moving to new premises at Izone Rolleston.

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Kirwee Model School held their Agricultural Hui on Friday, December 7th. The students got to dress up as Farmers to celebrate this special occasion. Students that had earned enough points to qualify for their Agricultural Badge received these at the Hui. A lot of time and effort goes into gaining points for these badges, those who received them were very proud of their achievements. Pictured above is Kahu Students receiving their badges, (L-R) Austin, Saul, Oscar, Michela, Amber, Will and Ryan.

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Matthew presents Briar with her agricultural badge.

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Closing on Thursday 20th Dec, 5pm & reopening Monday 7th Jan, 8am “Thanks to our clientele for your support.

Have a Safe & Happy Christmas!”

Piwakawaka students receiving their badges, (L-R) George, Frankie, Briar, Maggie, Shaylah, Matt and Lachie.

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Darfield St John Youth held their annual end of year prize giving on Wednesday 5th December.

This was an evening dedicated to showcasing the hard work and commitment of the Cadets throughout the year. All Cadets were recognised during the evening with some walking away with several badges to add to their brassards.

Three Cadets; Samuel Ireland, Ireland Rebecca Inch, Inch and Andrew Whear were presented their Grand Prior Badge by Commander of the Order of St John, Mr Tony Blaber.

Blaber The Grand Prior Award is the ultimate award of the St John Cadets’ programme, which is said to be one of the best educational youth programmes in New Zealand providing many topics for Cadets to choose from. On offer are thirty different badge topics, but in order to earn the Grand Prior Award a Gold Cadet must complete six compulsory badges, six non-compulsory gold badges and one hundred hours of community service.

Although the award is challenging it's also very rewarding and is something many of our young people aspire to obtain. As the highest award, these Cadets have the option to travel to Government House and participate in a ceremony where the Grand Prior parchment is presented by the Prior of St John in New Zealand, The Governor General; making the official presentation of the award also very special.

During the evening several trophies were also awarded.

2018 Awards:

Special Awards: Cadet’s Cadet of the Year: Samuel Ireland Emerald Awards: Thomas Campbell, Jessica Ireland.

Thomas and Jessica have achieved the highest award the Green Cadets can achieve in their age group, they had to complete three compulsory green badges, and three of their choice, along with fifteen hours of community service.

These Cadets are some of the first to be awarded this award in the Mid Canterbury District.

Sapphire Awards: Emily Ireland Emily has achieved the highest award the Blue Cadets can achieve in their age group, they had to complete three compulsory blue badges, and three of their choice, along with twenty five hours of community service. She is also one of the first to be awarded this award in the Mid Canterbury District.

Community Service Hours: 200 Hours - Susanna Sampson 800 Hours - Elise Ireland 1000 Hours - Hannah Ireland.

1000 Hours of Community Service is the highest number of hours a Cadet can achieve in their time as a Cadet, Hannah spent most of her spare time volunteering with St John, by attending events offering first aid to those in the Malvern and Christchurch Areas.

In addition to the awards that the Cadets received, our newly appointed Divisional Manager, Victoria Tomes received her official promotion, replacing Lynda Walter who had been promoted to Area Youth Manager (for Rolleston and Ellesmere area) earlier in the year.

Overall, we are proud of all the achievements that these Cadets have received, but it wouldn’t have been able to happen if it wasn’t for the help of all our leaders, so I would just like to acknowledge all their time, work and hard effort that they’ve put into making the programme such a success.

Hannah Ireland

(Left to Right) Grand Prior recipients - Samuel Ireland, Rebecca Inch and Andrew Whear with Commander of the Order of St John, Mr Tony Blaber.

(6--8 years) Penguins: (6 Attendance: Ruth Dennis Participation: Carla Mason Most Improved Penguin: Manny Perkins

Green Cadets: (8(8-10 years) Attendance: Jessica Ireland, Jack Williamson Most Improved Green Cadet: Bella Williamson

(11--12 years) Blue Cadets: (11 Attendance: Jonathan Sampson Most Improved Blue Cadet: LillyLilly-Anne Williamson

(13--18 years) Gold Cadets: (13 Attendance: Samuel and Elise Ireland Most Improved Gold Cadet: Daisy

L to R: Emily Ireland (Sapphire Award Recipient), Jessica Ireland (Emerald Award Recipient), and Thomas Campbell (Emerald Award Recipient).

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Oscar showing his beautiful playful personality.

Tess Rait from Tess Rail Photography did the photoshoot last weekend for the lucky prize winner of the pet photoshoot.

This went well, however this photoshoot did have a sad side to it. Kimberley Kingston the lucky prize winner had intended the shoot prize to be used for photographing her beloved feline friend Lily. The weekend of December, 1st-2nd Kimberley asked if Tess could bring the shoot forward, because Lily had suddenly become very ill, and would need to be put to sleep within a few days. Tess went straight over the next day to photograph her, and it was a bit of a struggle at first as Lily was being quite sassy and refused to pose for the camera, often turning her back on Tess and just sitting there! She wasn't well so coaxing her with food wasn't an option, so they had to go with pure patience and attention. Eventually they got a few good shots with her locked in the bedroom, and then they just let her go her own way, expecting to have to get her out from under a bed. That's when Tess discovered they had a beautiful dog called Oscar, and he was more than happy to have his photograph taken! Although he's seven, he was still very

playful, and Tess thinks he thought the whole event was about him.

Eventually Tess went back inside, and Lily had parked herself right in front of a doorway, in a very majestic pose, right in a stream of sunlight. It was a surreal background for her, and there Tess got some lovely shots just there in that moment. So

Kimberley ended up with great photos of two much loved family pets, although there was sadness in the air with Lily's impending departure. “I'm so grateful you drew Kimberley out as the winner, because the timing was fortunate enough that I was able to give her some precious memories of Lily, at no cost to her,” commented Tess.

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On Saturday, after seven weeks of play, the Men’s Pennants which is divided into three sections Premier, Senior and Senior Reserve, concluded.

Women are permitted to play in both the Senior and Reserve grades of the competition.

Winners of the Premier Grade: Darfield 1 Winners of the Senior Grade: West Melton 3 Winners of the Snr Res Grade: West Melton 7 (made up entirely of Women).

Women’s Pennants: The Women this year changed their competition schedule holding the event over a shorter period of time playing both morning and afternoon games.

It was great to have Oxford ladies back in the event after a few years of not being able to enter due to playing numbers.

This event may allow a man to play to make up team numbers, but restrictions do exist. This was certainly Oxford’s come-

back year as they took out the competition in a tight tussle with West Melton.

Men’s Development Singles: Qualifying rounds were played on Sunday, December 2nd at both Oxford and West Melton Greens before the final was held on Sunday, December 9th at Darfield Green. Six players qualified for the final that was held in perfect conditions. The final was an exciting and nail biting game to watch between

Les Fickling of Coalgate and Roye Daniel from West Melton.

Roy came out the eventual winner.

We have to thank all the Green Keepers and their helpers for preparing the green early in the mornings for commencement of play at 8.30am.

Wendy Clucas Secretary Malvern Bowling Sub-Centre

Oxford Winning Women’s Pennants: L to R: Fay Morland, Cat Denhaan, Chrissie Molloy, Barbara Thompson, Andrew McCorkindale.

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Men’s Fives Senior Grade West Melton 3 - L to R: Roy Daniel, Malcolm Calder, Terry Butland, Ken Sharplin, Ross Sadler.

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West Melton 7: L to R: Ali Gardiner, Mary Burke, Anna Gooch, Gretta Leigh, Barbara Herrick.

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Tree too big?

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Pictured are (L-R) Imogen and Emily proudly showing their winnings from the competition, a very proud moment for both girls.

The Woodward Cup Promotion / Relegation match was played on Sunday, December 9th at Templeton Golf Club in very warm conditions, the course was in great condition.

This year's event matched the highest placed teams in Blank Cup (Clearwater) and Canterbury Central Shield (Hororata), that do not already have a team in Woodward Cup with the tenth placed team in this year's Woodward Cup (Avondale), for their place in the 2019 Woodward Cup competition. The format was gross stableford. Hororata earned the honour of promotion to the 2019 Woodward Cup proving too strong for the other teams, with consistency being the key. Seven out of their eight players finishing with 30 plus stableford points. Hororata finished with 248 points, ahead of Avondale on 241 and Clearwater with 228.

(L-R) Pictured are Hororata's Shane Blakely, Blair Dibley, Owen Miller, Mark Weatherley, Al Sime, Andrew Inch, Roy Stieller and Anton Fouchee (Hororata’s Club Captain).

Local girls Emily Snowdon and Imogen Thornhill who are both six years old from West Melton School (Kowhai community) competed in the Christchurch School of Gymnastics Christmas Competition on Saturday, December 1st.

Both these girls attend the West Melton Gymnastic Club and they had a very successful competition. Emily placed first while Imogen placed second in their age group. This was Emily’s first ever medal she had won and was Imogen’s second medal. These best friends were also two of only a very few gymnasts who received gold ribbon scores on all four apparatus (floor, bar, vault and beam). This was the first time these best friends had competed together so was an extra special day for them. “The West Melton Gymnastic Club were very proud and extremely happy for both girl’s. They performed their routines beautifully. Both Imogen and Emily scored 9 and over on all apparatus with Emily gaining a 9.8 on vault which was amazing,” commented Pam Higgins, Higgins Head Coach from the West Melton Gymnastic Club.

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A very young Greendale Senior team travelled to Mandeville to take on a more favoured Ohoka side, last weekend. Winning the toss and batting first, Greendale were travelling along well, Tom Shipley and Zac Foulkes seeing off the home side’s openers with ease. A change of bowlers pulled momentum away from Greendale, with a rush of wickets and tight bowling severely restricting the visitors.

A mature and much needed innings of forty runs from Tom, and some power hitting from Michael Hughes at the end, scraped the ‘Dale’ through to a

modest, but potentially defendable, total of 121.

The Greendale bowlers were in no mood to muck around, Regan Dalley hitting the stumps with the second and third balls of the Ohoka innings. Man of the Match Ryan Hughes then took charge, his merciless spell of four overs yielding five wickets at a cost of only one run. The final three wickets were claimed by the Bantum Rooster, well supported by some tight bowling at the other end from Zac, and tidy glove work from Greendale debutant Archie Reekie.

Reekie The home side bowled

out in the 15th over, 62 runs short. Post-match celebrations were tempered, with less than half the Greendale side on the day above the legal drinking age!

Greendale travel to Diamond Harbour next week.

Greendale; 121/10 T Shipley 40 M Hughes 26 Defeated Ohoka; 59/10 R Hughes 5-1 J Stanbury 3-18 R Dalley 2-17

Gareth Reed

By Lucinda Jarvis. Listed below are local students 3rd- Year 7 Girls 100m: The Canterbury Primary and Intermediate Schools’ Athletic Championships were held on Wednesday, December 5th at Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub in Christchurch. This day had 1,795 students attend from 175 participating schools.

Local students did extremely well and those who attended should be extremely proud of themselves.

• 2 Topdown Cultivators • Ripping • Vaderstad Drill • Fodder Beet Planter • Direct Drilling • Ploughing • Cultivator & Roller • Swifterdisc

NEIL COSTELLO

Mobile: 027 922 3843

who received placings in the top three: 1st- Year 6 Girls Discus: Brooke EbdonEbdon-Collings 22.07m (Greendale) 1st- Year 7 Girls Relay: Kate Hefferon, Thrixy Badua, Mya McDonnell, Georgie Veronese (DHS) 1st- Year 7 Girls High Jump: Jody McCarthyMcCarthy-Dempsey 1.36m (DHS) 1st- Year 7 Girls Discus: Jody McCarthyMcCarthy-Dempsey 27.15m (DHS)

Thrixty Badua (DHS) 1st- Year 8 Girls Discus: Kirsty McCarthyMcCarthy-Dempsey 25.63 (DHS) 2nd- Year 8 Boys 100m: Ted Ward (West Melton) 3rd- Year 8 Boys Long Jump: Cole Atutolu (DHS)

Results 4th December 2018 Match of the Day: Stableford Ladies: Ladies 1st: S vanHoof 33 2nd: M Morten 3rd: B Bryant 30 4th: L Palmer Men: 1st: I Palmer Men 2nd: M White 31 3rd: M Staddon Nearest the Pins: Pins M Staddon Longest Putt: I Palmer Putt

Results 8th December 2018 Match of the Day: Ambrose Winning Team: 42 points Team A King, N Bourke, I Bourke, W Morrison Closes to the Pins: Pins #3: D Gibbs #9: I Bourke #13: D Topham #17: J Mangnall Longest Drive: Drive Men: C Oorschot Ladies: M Kilulra

32 29 36 28

Results Saturday 8th December 2018 Club Xmas Day - Ambrose 1st: B Mangels, M Morten, T Edwards, R Kars 55.5 2nd: N Penney, R Bryant, R Coleman, J Whittaker 58.1 3rd: N Muir, M Inch, R Workman 58.5 4th: K Kibler, P McOscar, P Pearce 58.9 5th: K Vialu'u, A Laidlaw, SOliver, E Woodward 59.2 6th: G Harris, J Morten, F Taylor, H Steele, 7th: G Deans, B Marshall, A Vali, T Hicks

Ph: 027 443 6681 or E: info@cullenearthworks.co.nz www.cullenearthworks.co.nz

Thank you to all our sponsors

Results 7th December 2018 Ladies: 1st: B Inch 28 Ladies 2nd: F Taylor 27 3rd: M Abbott 21 Men: Men 1st: B Miller & R Wright 29 3rd: B Blakely & N Penney 28 5th: K Kibbler & P McOscar 26 7th: M White, D McCaughan & R Abbott 25 10th: K Vailu’u 24 Closest to the Pins: Pins #11: M Tewaa #14: B Blakely #17: B Marshall Straight Drive: Drive M White Hard Luck: R Bryant

Friday 14th December 2018 PUBLIC NOTICES

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PUBLIC NOTICES

THE HORORATA COMMUNITY POOL WILL BE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICES

Open 10:00am Sunday 16th Dec Sheffield Bowling Club House, Sheffield All Welcome

Queries to the school office - ph 03 318 0803

OFFERS TWO FREE LESSONS

PUBLIC NOTICES

Café Hope

We are currently undertaking significant structural repairs to ensure that it will be available to the Community for years to come!

PROACTIVE MARTIAL ARTS TEMPLETON

PUBLIC NOTICES

AGM

Monday 14th January 2019 7:00pm At the Darfield Library Committee meeting to follow.

Players & parents are all welcome!

Sheffield Free Book Exchange

We are a freestyle Martial Art, teaching in a fun & relaxed atmosphere Come along and have a look. Gain confidence, co-ordination, fitness and self-defence.

We cater for all age groups and fitness levels.

Templeton Community Centre • Mondays & Fridays TIGERS: 3-7yrs 3.30-4.05pm PANTHERS: 7-12yrs 4.10-4.55pm XTREME: 12+yrs 5.00-5.50pm FREESTYLE: Adults 5.55-6.55pm KICKBOXING: 15+yrs Fridays 7.30-8.30pm

For any enquiries ph Jacque or Allister 03 324 2084 Facebook: Proactive Martial Arts Templeton/Papanui

Be at the Sheffield Plunket on Sunday 16th Dec 12 - 3pm for the community book exchange!

A Community & Public Farewell to

Reg & Cheryl Riki & Family Friday evening, 21st December 2018 At the Sheffield Pavilion, Starting at 6:30pm After 25 years as Sheffield Publicans & over 30 years in the Sheffield community. They are now moving on to the next chapter in their lives.

Ladies please bring a plate for supper & gentlemen a gold coin donation, would be much appreciated.

B.Y.O Any apologies / information to: keith@taege.com

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

David William Gardner Syme 22/08/1931 - 16/10/2018

14th Dec

10:00am EARLY AdverDsing Deadline for 20th December Xmas Issue # 3

14th Dec

5:30pm

15th Dec

10:00am Honey Hunter’s Open Day

981 Whitecliffs Road

15th Dec

10:00am Silverstead Open Day

152 Harris Rd, Hororata

Social Bowls - All ages welcome

Kirwee Bowling Club

15th Dec

8:00pm

Christmas Party!

West Melton Tavern

15th Dec

9:00pm

Live Music - ‘The Southern Man’

Darfield Hotel

16th Dec

10:00am Café Hope

Sheffield Bowling Clubhouse

16th Dec

12:00pm Sheffield Free Book Exchange

Sheffield Plunket

16th Dec

2:00pm

The Shearing Shed Christmas Party

Terrace Surf & Turf Bar

16th Dec

2:00pm

Live Music

Terrace Surf & Turf Bar

17th Dec

7:30pm

Xmas Euchre

Kirwee Community Hall

17-21 Dec 3:00pm

20th Dec

12:00pm Malvern News office closing for 2018

Santa’s GroAo

21st Dec

5:00pm

Darfield Fire Brigade’s Lolly Throw

Darfield Township

6:30pm

Farewell for Reg & Cheryl Riki & Family

Sheffield Pavilion

22nd Dec

6:30pm

Christmas Party

Kirwee Tavern

22nd Dec

10:00am Santa’s GroAo

25th Dec 9:00pm

5-10 Jan

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Darfield Jail

5695 MAIN WEST COAST RD, SPRINGFIELD

The Oaks of Darfield

Live Music - ‘Soulshine’

Darfield Hotel

Currently set up as a cafe with room for a possible secondary business, perhaps tourism.

A 3 bedroom house also available if required.

Terms & conditions negotiated upon application.

Methven Summer School 10:00am Arthur’s Pass Summer Fete Fundraiser

14th Jan

9:00am

14th Jan

7:00pm

21-25 Jan

Arthur’s P Outdoor.E Centre

Phone Bronwyn Squires 027 291 7242

Malvern News office opening for 2019 Malvern Hockey AGM Summer Holiday Programme (Art, CraQ & Dance)

1:00pm

NEW LOCAL OWNERS OFFER THESE PREMISES FOR LEASE

Christmas Day Buffet Lunch

12th Jan

14th Feb

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Darfield Jail

21st Dec

30th Jan

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Summer Holiday Programme (Art, CraQ & Dance)

17-21 Dec

31st Dec

We, David’s family, wish to thank you all for the love, prayers and support you gave us through his difficult last 6 months before he passed away so peacefully at Burwood Hospital. We acknowledge all the beautiful flowers, food & cards that have been so overwhelming, also the wonderful attendance at his funeral.

The tall tree in the family has fallen, but the roots are still in the ground and we will all move on with our memories of a very loved husband, father, father-in-law, grandad, poppa and great-grandad who we know is now at rest.

Rolleston News Deadline for 6th February Issue Twilight Netball begins today

Darfield Library

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ACCOUNTANTS ARE you wasting your valuable time trying to keep up with your accounts? Call us now for hasslefree accounting, tax and business advice - all right on your doorstep. Sterling Accountants @ M a l v e rn B u s i n e s s H u b, Ann-Maree 021 215 0981.

LAY ASSOCIATES Chartered Accountants. Rolleston Office phone 03 347 4501, Leeston Office phone 03 324 3030. “Real people, real knowledge”.

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

IRD Approved Tax Agent

Ph: 021 589 199

CLEANING COUNSELLING CARPET/Window Cleaning. EXPERIENCED CARPET EXPERIEN CED counsellor Thorough job, good price, available to provide focus and q u i c k d r y i n g . H i g h l y support. Dawn Logan BA recommended. Ph/text Robert (Psyc) Cert Psyc Care (Otago) A&D Counselling (C.I.T). Ph anytime on 027 299 9599.

027 252 7533.

CLEAN Green - No job too big or too small. Residential & Anna Dalzell ALTERATIONS commercial professional BSS Counselling (distinction), Dip Child & Adol Psyc, Dip Tchg, NLP BEV’S Clothing Alterations & service. Clean ovens, windows Master Practitioner, Cert Nutrition.

Repairs. 6 Snowlea Place, (using the latest, pure water Wellbeing Coach and Counsellor Wilfield, West Melton. Phone 03 Be your best self - more often! filter cleaning system), new 347 0703.

Support to change anxiety, builds. Full deep clean, on- depression, trauma, relationships, CHIMNEY CLEANING weight management … going cleaning & rentals.

Adults & Children CHIM Chim. We'll sweep your Environmentally safe product. www.change.net.nz log-burners flue, check Local. Call Janine today the firebricks, baffles, air- 027 846 6228.

Phone: 027 271 1672 tubes and controls. We're experts on coal-ranges, also GIVEAWAY sweeping any sized open fire.

CHURCH NOTICES 3 kittens to give away. 1 B&W We quote and undertake male, 1 B&W female, 1 tabby repairs, flue extensions and female. Ready now. Phone install bird netting. Phone 027 423 0003.

0800 224 464 Members NZHHA. FIREWOOD & COAL

E: jocelyn@jmAccounting.co.nz

CARPET

CARPET

Darfield Life Church Sunday 6:30pm

Ps Wayne Watson 027 281 8340 17 North Terrace

R K FIREWOOD Supplying wood for this Winter!

Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

TRY THE HOT MIX! EQpos available.

All top quality, clean wood.

Phone Rini 027 451 7300 AC & EA WAKELIN

FIREWOOD 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.

COMPUTERS

COMPUTERS

Slow Computers Data Recovery Virus & Malware Removal Internet Issues www.selwyncomputers.co.nz Email Setup Advice and Support

MALVERN COMPUTERS

M erry Christmas We thank you for your support in the past year and hope that you have a great holiday season and a Happy New Year.

Closed Statutory Days only

Jon Lawrence Ph: 03 3183 699 Mob: 027 688 9103

Next Seasons Quality Wood Available!

Poplar, Mature Pine, Oregon, Larch, Macro & Bluegum.

Phone: 03 3124 637 or 021 260 4520 FOR SALE

FOR SALE BASSINET - cane, one lady owner, cheap. Piano - upright, steel frame, burr walnut, German origin? Antique. Drop saw - Ryobi 315. compound angle, dewalt switch. Phone.

318 8656.

CHEV Holden Pontiac. Turbo hydromatic. Lock up, over drive, auto trans. Like new.

Phone 318 8656.

CHRISTMAS decorations - Norse of Course. Exquisitely made by Maree Hann (nee Hansen).

182 Deans Road, Homebush RD1. Drive in. Open 10am 4pm 6 days (closed Monday).

You won’t believe your eyes.

CHRISTMAS lilies - order now.

Phone Kirwee 318 1678.

FORDSON 1951, 10 H.P, E93A, 7 CWT, pick up. Original steel wellside. No rust. 50% restored. Phone 318 8656.

OREGON fence rails, 150 x 40mm. $4.60 per metre.

Contact Graeme Knowles 021 613 229.

PEASTRAW for sale. Medium squares. Ph 027 436 8308.

POINT of lay hyline/shavers pullets for sale. Please phone 021 863 158.

TREATED pine rails, 150 x 40. $4.80 per metre. Ph Graeme Knowles 021 613 229.

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 03 344 1676 for more details.

DOGS

OXFORD BOARDING KENNELS 312 Kiri Kiri Rd, Oxford Would like to wish all our valued customers and their dogs a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year. Have a safe holiday and we look forward to seeing you all again next year!

Anne, Vern & Gareth Whiting

03 312 3355 027 288 8724 Open 7 days 9am-11pm, 4pm-6pm

FOR SALE • •

Store Lambs (numbers to suit approx. 27kg average) Various breeds store cattle numbers to suit 18 month Bulls (Stock finance available)

Phone Grant McILroy - 027 345 9262 IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

Special Memories SMITH - Jayden John 15.5.97 - 16.12.13 “As long as hearts remember

As long as hearts still care We do not part with those we love They’re with us everywhere”

Love always and forever...

Mum, Nicole, Nana & Grandad Smith, Bryan, Lana, Riley & Krystian, Mandy, Daryl, Michael, Roy & Chloe.

Friday 14th December 2018 HEDGE TRIMMING

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

PETS & LIVESTOCK

HEDGEHOG Hedge & Shelterbelt Trimming

Almost...

Owner Operated

Female Alpacas, 5 - 13 years old.

Geoff 021 549 499 A/h 03 324 3482

Black • Gray • Fawn • Brown

LOCKSMITH

SITUATION VACANT

LOCKSMITH Selwyn based FENCING Contractor, looking to 24hr mobile service, keys employ a fencer for local cut and general lock and and high country work, safe maintenance. EFTPOS experience with heavy available. Call Locktight machinery an advantage. May Security 021 171 8060. suit Uni student. Phone 021 640 748.

Only A box of beer each!

Phone - 03 347 7402 or 027 498 9755 (Mike) PAINTING & DECORATING

PAINTING & DECORATING

SPECIALISING IN: • • • • •

Interior & Exterior House Painting, Light Commercial Gib Stopping TRADE QUALIFIED • SMALL TEAM Garage Floors ‘All about quality!’

Farm Fences/Buildings Airless Spraying & more! Phone Scott 021 029 83216

COUNTRY PAWS KENNEL & CATTERY SITUATION VACANT

FARM POSITION Full or part-time worker required for vege & arable farm in Courtenay area.

Must be reliable.

Ph 03 318 1829

Please apply via email stating relevant experience & a contact phone number to:

countrypaws@xtra.co.nz

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

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

HOUSE TO LET 3 - 4 bedroom home in central Darfield. Log burner, double garage. Non smoking & no pets. Available from 20th Jan 2019. $390 per week.

Phone 03 318 1757 or 021 232 8069.

6 bedroom house, Darfield. Nice family home. Close to amenities. $600p.w. Ph or txt Glen 027 274 3399.

DARFIELD - Horndon Street. 3 bedroom tidy home. Log fire, double garage. Available 26 Dec (earlier by negotiation).

Ph 027 337 2218.

KIRWEE - modern unit available for rent. Short or long term.

Would ideally suit a working couple. $380 pw, plus power and gas. Sorry, no pets.

Please phone 03 318 1077 evenings.

Contact Udi Aale 021 074 2075

KITCHEN HAND To assist in our busy kitchen.

Experience not necessary, would suit students looking for summer work.

Evening’s and some day work available.

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

References available.

Phone Dave on 021 142 0567 PAINTING & DECORATING

‘For all your decorating needs’

Micky Conway Painter & Decorator Darfield Based Will cover all areas

INSPECTIONS TENANCY Inspections! Offering initial & routine inspections on tenanted houses, taking the hassle out for you. Call Rebecca of Rural Tenancy Inspections Ltd on 027 313 2270 or email office@ruraltenancyco.nz

CLEANER Must have experience, preferably commercial.

Morning shifts only. 2-3 days flexible hours.

Contact Micky on

021 125 1613 conwaydecor@hotmail.com FULLY INSURED

RAFFLE RESULTS

ROOF MAINTENANCE

ROOF & house maintenance.

All aspects covered including spouting, mortar, tiles, re -roofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing.

General repairs. Phone 03 347 6702.

ROOM TO RENT SINGLE lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Internet, sky TV. $160 pw. Please phone 027 479 1431 or 03 318 3660.

RAFFLE RESULTS

Friends of Darfield Hospital

LAWNMOWING

CHRISTMAS RAFFLE

LAWNMOWING available over Christmas for lifestyle blocks, Darfield, Kirwee area. Will use your lawn mower. Hourly rate.

Phone Steve 027 253 1053.

1st: Anne Cornish 2nd: Susie Van Hulten 3rd: Christopher Pablo A big thank you for all the support towards our fundraising this year.

Xmas Greetings to you all.

Applications to stay@darfieldhotel.co.nz or contact Debbie 0272404235

Relief Milker Wanted Coalgate/Glentunnel Area Waikirikiri Farm at the Coalgate end of Coaltrack Road is looking for a reliable Relief Milker to assist our well organised team from December onward on a casual basis.

Suit someone living locally with own transport to farm. Experience preferred, but not essential as full training will be given to the right person.

Email your cv to: angela@musta.co.nz or give Angela Reed a call on: 027 548 6665 to discuss.

Applications close 16 December 2018.

Moorpork Ltd DRIVER (Class 5) REQUIRED Transporting pigs from our 2 modern, high, health indoor piggeries at Oxford & Aylesbury, to Timaru, Sunday to Thursday with a modern auto tractor unit & 16m trailer unit.

Applicants are required: • To keep truck and trailer washed, cleaned & maintained on a daily basis • To maintain our strict biosecurity standards, health & safety practices & excellent stockmanship Moorpork offers a competitive salary package & sociable hours.

Applicants must be NZ citizens, permanent residents or have a valid work visa, and be a resident of New Zealand at the time of application.

Please email CV's to moorpork@farmside.co.nz Or phone Cherie Ackroyd on 027 297 3777 or Ben Voice on 027 459 5871

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SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

GFGGHIJKG SLMNNK

TEACHING VACANCY Principal Release 2019 (Years 44-6) Mon, Tues & Wed each week.

Visit our website www.greendale.school.nz/Our People Where the application form and job description can be downloaded.

Applications close: 4 January 2019

Hororata Primary School Learning for our future

Junior School Teacher A marvellous opportunity now exists for a full time teacher to join our team at Hororata from the beginning of 2019.

The successful applicant will have strong classroom & behaviour management skills, comprehensive curriculum knowledge and evidence of teaching experience in the senior school.

They will be a team player who has the initiative & ability to contribute enthusiastically across the Curriculum & will demonstrate strengths in Literacy, Numeracy, STEAM & inquiry learning practices. A great sense of humour & excellent interpersonal skills will be advantage.

A school house is available within the Hororata Community, for the successful applicant.

Hororata Primary School is a remarkable school with a strong emphasis on family, community, academic and sporting excellence. We are committed to providing quality education to enable the children of Hororata to become “Life Long Learners”.

TRADES

TRADES

SPACE TO LEASE

41sqm sunny warm new commercial space to lease from Jan 2019. 7 North Terrace Darfield. Car parking & option to share available.

Looking for someone to fit in with our performing arts/ sporting vision. Rent by negotiation. Email Tara taramarshall2@hotmail.com

Wishing • 25 years experience everyone • Local qualified builder a very • All types of work undertaken Merry including additions, alterations, new Christmas houses, sheds etc & Happy Phone David Barnhill New Year

027 618 2345 or a/h 317 9144

WANTED

RICKI SMITH - DARFIELD

BUYING possum fur. $130 per kg. Phone Charlie 318 3144.

DEAD, damaged or derelict cars, trucks, vans & 4WD’s, including motorbikes. Cash paid. Phone 03 318 0650.

I have a client who is looking for a rural 3 bedroom house to rent in the Darfield/Sheffield area. Please contact Jackie on 027 568 1855.

UNWANTED or unsaleable sheep, goat & cattle buy.

Please phone 027 293 1561.

Your local mobile Hose Doctor available 24/7 over the entire holiday period

Ph 022 602 6502 www.enzed.co.nz 0800 4 ENZED (0800 4 36933)

Wishing everyone a safe & happy holiday

WINDOW CLEANING WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES

Andrew Love

Contract Window Cleaning Commercial  Residen al Free Quotes E: torque_roll@hotmail.com

M: 021 818 816

Applications close Friday 4 January 2019.

Application packages available from the Principal, Bealey Road, R.D 2, Darfield Ph. (03) 3180 803, E-Mail: office@hororata.school.nz or http://hororata.ultranet.school.nz

SCRAPMETAL

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).

SHEEP SHEARING

Mobile Sheep Shearing Canterbury

TRADES

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

SHELLEY’S Glass and Glazing.

Got a broken glass window?

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

TRADES

for a quote on

021 204 1274

• • • • •

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

• • • •

Multi-room Systems Hook-ups Pre-wire (All Types) All Installations of: TV, Freeview, Home Theatre, Hi Fi

Ph Simon 027 430 1211 | 03 317 8091 sdsh@xtra.co.nz

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Foot Trimming etc

Ph Shaun Adams

•

Specialising in:

• Small Mobs • Lifestyle Blocks • Drenching, Tailing,

Generator available

Wishing all of our clients a very Merry Christmas & a Safe & Happy New Year!



Septic Tank Installers • Digger Hire • Truck Hire



Phone Jeff: 027 430 3109

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Email: jkholmesdrainage@yahoo.co.nz

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Feedlots / Silage Pads Agricultural Effluent Storage Systems Driveways / Patios Residential Foundations & Slab Excavations & Shingle Supplies New Homes Farm Buildings

Friday 14th December 2018 WINDOW REPAIRS

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FAIRBRASS BUILDERS

HOME REPAIRS • • • • •

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

www.malvernglass.co.nz

TRADES

TRADES

TRADES

Registered Master Builder

General Maintenance, Home Improvements, Alterations, Re-lining, Weatherboard Replacements, Fences & Decks

Murray Thomas

• •

New houses or alterations Award winning builder

R eg is te re d

Ph: 027 809 4929 | E: mactcon@gmail.com

Phone Rodney Fairbrass on: Master

Ph: 03 318 3778 M: 027 446 7092 E: fairbrassbuilders@gmail.com

LOGFIRE INSTALLATIONS Showerdomes Tiling Adrian’s Building Services (03) 324-3125 Locally based, NZ Home HeaDng Installer 10+ years

■ ■ ■ ■

New Builds Extensions Renovations Kitchen & Bathrooms

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

NEW kitchens, wardrobes, laundries or what ever you need! Remodelled or just new doors. Good advice, good price. Ring Lex 03 349 0150 or 027 439 3926.

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.

 Maintenance & servicing  Bathroom & kitchen renova ons  Mains pressure hot water upgrades  Blocked drains  Pump servicing  Central hea ng  Fast, friendly professional service

Laser Plumbing Christchurch West 03 348 6920 chchwest@laserplumbing.co.nz

Servicing the entire Selwyn District So try us first!

COMPUTER

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

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!

In order to succeed, your desire Mark Jones for success should be greater 03 318-1956 than your fear of failure.

027 210 4242 -Bill Cosby 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 since 1996!

• Ovens Machines • Cooktops • Dryers • Washing Machine • Dishwashers Hire from $8 p.w.

• Washing

Tiler & Registered Water Proofer

House & Roof Pre--Paint Wash Pre

Look me up on www.mytradesman.co.nz

or phone 03 318 1973 or 027 421 1637

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

e: bowenDling@gmail.com

Reg. Service Technician

Moss Treating: roofs, footpaths & driveways.

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

Contact your LOCAL certifying specialist.

Over 30 years experience.

Mainland Plumbing & Gas Ltd Ph Glenn: Kirwee Based

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

Selwyn Electrical Ltd Your Local Registered Electrician

ROB KELLOCK 318 1676 or 021 184 2448

Phone Mark

027 445 0684

027 869 0026

david wilkinson registered electrician phone 03 318 1231 fax email

Call Danie 021 875 462 021 732 331

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

Give Nigel a call now for your no obligation free quote

Ph: 021 387 750

DAIKIN • MITSUBISHI • HITACHI

Your LOCAL & reliable tradesman

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

po box 26 kirwee

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

03 980 2865 / 03 344 5744 www.spouting2u.co.nz

62 South Terrace, DARFIELD (Next to Darfield Bakery)

PH 03 318 7450 FAX 03 318 7451 info@malvernnews.co.nz www.malvernnews.co.nz

ADVERTISING DEADLINE 10am Monday

• • • •

03 318 1235 sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz

Licenced Builder

Phil Marsh Ph 318 4131 Mob 027 357 3696

It's Christmas me, so Paddy & Shaun decided to go look for a Christmas Tree!

They gathered their axe, a sled and a broom (to brush the trees off) so they can get a good look at the choices they have. They finally reach a fine stand of trees, Shaun brushes off the first one and stands back with Paddy to look at it. "Well, Paddy, What do you think?"

"Sorry, Shaun, this tree won't do, let's try another one." They come upon another nice tree, Shaun brushes it off, and they both look at it. "How about this one, Paddy?"

"Not quite, Shaun. Let's keep looking." This goes on un l nighFall. Both Paddy & Shaun are cold, red and hungry. "Well, Paddy, what do we do now?" "Shaun, I think we should take home the next tree we find, whether it has lights on it or not!"