Issue 920 - Friday 20th December 2019

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ISSUE 920 Friday 20th December 2019

SPECIAL CHRISTMAS ISSUE

HOSPITALITY GUIDE FOR THE HOLIDAY PERIOD

Merry Christmas The office will be closed from midday Friday 20th December 2019 and re-open Monday 13th January 2020 (January Hours: Mon - Fri, 9am - 3pm) P: 318 7450 | E: info@malvernnews.co.nz | W: malvernnews.co.nz

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Thanks for your patronage & Merry Christmas from the team at Village Meats.

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Hot Coffee  Sandwiches  Hot Pies Ice Creams  Groceries Galore Confectionery  Magazines LPG Swappa Bottles  91 Petrol AND A LOT MORE…..

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Wishing you a Merry Christmas & a happy New Year!

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Merry Christmas from the Team at Willows Café!

Inside this issue: Merry Xmas from 2 SD Mayor Merry Xmas Amy Adams 3 3 Merry Xmas St John Xmas Gree?ngs from MCB 3 Bangor Pony Club Break Up 4 4 Don’t Fail This Summer 5 Christmas Windows True Meaning Of Christmas 6 West Melton Prizegiving 6 7 From Darfield Police Mini Motor X Xmas Party 7 Local Fire Brigades

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New Agent Bayleys Darfield 10 11 Kirwee Players Inc Giant Pumpkin Compe??on 11 14 Christmas In Coalgate 15 Preschool Christmas 15 Garage Sale Trail 16 NZSSAA Success 17 Golf’s Longest Day Trophy for Darfield Cricket 19 19 Malvern Rifle Club 20 Public No?ces 20 Save The Date Sport Results

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McHugh’s Forest is alive with magic. The visiting Elves have been busy making repairs and the Fairies are looking forward to celebrating Christmas and New Year, so some of their doors are decorated for the festive season. Now there is

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also another exciting installation for those visiting McHugh’s Forest. A large Fairy door has been placed, with seat in front, making for an ideal photo opportunity. There are now forty two other doors to find while exploring the walking tracks.

Right: Brothers Ari and Burnum Anderson enjoying the opportunity of having their photo taken with the large Fairy door.

The boys are the grandchildren of Pip & Howard Anderson.

(Howard is the Secretary of the Darfield MenzShed - who have been instrumental in the Fairy door creation).

Well it’s almost Christmas and it’s really starting to feel very Christmassy! While some stores and retail outlets were more than amply decorated months prior - most homes have only recently scouted around for a suitable pine branch, or dragged the tree out of storage.

The excitement of children is contagious as they anticipate the arrival of Santa and over the festive season it just seems that folk are kinder to each other and there are smiles aplenty (although that could be nothing short of joy at time off work - so says the cynic!).

As the Christmas closedown period approaches, we at the News are looking forward to some deadline-free time, along with some rest and relaxation we hope you’re all getting some of the same. We love being in this business and hearing all the achievements, things that annoy a few, and awards received by those in our community. It’s this that keeps us and the News ticking, and we sincerely thank all our contributors, along with those who alert us to newsworthy happenings in the District. Of course the real thanks go to our Advertisers.

Without their support there

would, of course, be no News at all. By their contribution they ensure there’s a copy of the paper in your mailbox either monthly, or weekly and we can’t thank them enough. We know it’s been a tough year for a few small businesses and we can

only hope that confidence gets back on track and allows us all to keep doing what we do best.

We wish all our readers a very happy festive season, please be kind to each other and please be safe on the roads. If you’re heading away for a much

deserved holiday - enjoy - and if you’re having a drink or two, have one for us! (Only not when you’re driving!).

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Jan and Jan and the team at Malvern News.

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Hey Kids!

Watch out for the Darfield Fire Brigade’s

Lolly Scramblend & Can Drive on Sunday 22 December.

(Postponement Date: Monday 23rd December) Urban & Rural trucks will leave the Fire Station (North Terrace) at approximately 5pm and travel around Darfield!

CAN DRIVE! Bring a can of non-perishable food, which will be donated to the Darfield Food Bank, in exchange for some lollies!

- Merry Christmas to you all! -

ANNABEL’S EDUCARE & KINDERGARTENS South Terrace, Darfield

CHRISTMAS CLOSURE: Closing 24th December at 3pm Re-opening 6th 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.

It has been a busy year which has seen a few changes on the District Council. John Morten, Morten Craig Watson and Pat McEvedy all stood down at the election and we have been joined by Jenny Gallagher, Gallagher Sophie McInnes and Shane Epiha.

Epiha The voices that they bring to our table have been both encouraging and challenging as we look to serve our community together. It means that over the past three years we have had seven of twelve new faces on Council. Selwyn is ever changing and so is our representation.

I’m sure things have changed in your life too. Perhaps you have moved home, or your child has moved out of home, or started at school. Perhaps your Father has taken up a new hobby or your Mother now prefers to walk rather than drive. Maybe you’ve had a new addition to your family or for some of us we have sadly lost members of our family.

Christmas is the time of year when we take a break and reflect on who we are and the year we have had. We look at how far we have come and think about some of the people who have helped us get here.

Perhaps we measure that in the size of a tree we once planted or the depth of love we now feel for someone.

Christmas is about relationships being repaired and offering

forgiveness to one another. It’s about humility and serving one another. That was the original meaning of Christmas and I trust that it is true for you this Christmas too.

May you enjoy the summer with your family exploring great swimming holes, or revisiting

your favourite café. Reading good books and engaging in great conversations. Repairing broken relationships and beginning new ones.

Merry Christmas, Love Liz, Elliott and Sam Broughton.

Liz, Mayor Sam and Elliott Broughton, wishing Selwyn residents a very Merry Christmas.

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We are now in the final weeks of 2019 and it is always an opportune time to reflect on the successes and challenges of the year that is drawing to an end and to look ahead to the coming year and what it may hold for us.

This year I made the decision that I will retire from politics at next year’s election, by which time I will have served as the local MP for Selwyn for twelve years. In view of this, Nicola Grigg was recently selected as the new National Party candidate, for the seat of Selwyn, for the 2020 election.

Some of you may have already

met Nicola at the recent Courtenay A & P Show in Kirwee. If not, I am sure you will have the opportunity to do so when she is out and about around Selwyn over the coming months.

As always it has been my privilege to meet with many people from Selwyn during the year at coffee meetings, at community events and at constituent clinics in my office.

Some of the issues that I have received a great deal of feedback on during 2019 include the proposed, and already enacted, amendments to our firearms legislation; the

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Zero Carbon Bill and views on the End of Life Choice Bill and Abortion Law Reform.

My office staff and I have also been busy assisting individuals with a variety of issues including immigration matters and road safety concerns.

My electorate office will close for the Christmas-New Year break on Friday 20th December and will re-open again on Monday 20th January.

Please take care on the roads if you are travelling over the busy holiday period and may you have a very happy and relaxing Christmas and New Year.

Amy Adams, MP Selwyn.

Merry Christmas!

Wishing you all a safe & happy Holiday Season!

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Aaron & the team wish you a happy & healthy 2020!

Merry Christmas from St John We wish all the people from the wider Malvern area, a Merry Christmas, followed by a Happy New Year.

National Party nominee for Selwyn Nicola Grigg, with current MP Amy Adams at the recent Courtenay A & P Show.

Seasons Greetings and best wishes for the New Year from the Malvern Community Board members elected at the recent Local Government elections, John Morten (Chair), Karen Meares, Meares Ken May, May Judith Pascoe, Pascoe Bill Woods, Woods Cr Jenny Gallagher and Cr Bob Mugford.

Mugford The Board has had a very busy year with oversight of a number of community projects and maintaining the tradition of our ‘on the road’ meetings around the Malvern Ward. These meetings allow the Board to meet with communities to address their issues and hear their views.

One of the most important tasks for the Board is the support of

the Malvern Ward community committees that take care of our townships, community halls and reserves. Our sincere thanks to the members of these committees for the support they give to their communities.

Finally we would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas. Members of the Community Board are always available to listen to your views and work with you and the Council towards a safe and wellresourced Malvern community.

From the members of the Malvern Community Board

John, Karen, Ken, Judith, Bill, Jenny and Bob.

For that last minute, “what shall we get them” thought, have you considered a St John subscription offering free emergency transport to hospital, NZ wide?

Have a great festive season.

Be safe, and enjoy each other’s company.

From all your local St John volunteers.

Thank you to all our customers for your loyal support during the year!

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A great range of affordable gifts for everyone!

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women's & men's haircuts & colour Thank you to all my wonderful clients for your loyalty, conversations and laughs throughout the year - at the Shearing Shed.

Hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and your New Year is brighter.

Take Care, Have Fun - Your Shearer Karen.

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Darfield Post Shop

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas & a happy New Year!

- From Donna, Lisa, Maree & Tania.

CLOSED STATUTORY DAYS DAYS ONLY Ph: 03 318 8003  Mid West Mews, Darfield.

Darfield Seed would like to thank their clients for their support this year & wish you all a happy & safe holiday season!

When Bangor Pony Club held their Christmas break-up at Selwyn Equestrian Centre in Burnham on Sunday, December 15th, it was a fun-filled day for all. Those attending took part in team games, ranging from barrel racing, egg and spoon, Santa’s sack, weaving, jumping, horse shoe toss and much more! Mixed teams of junior riders and seniors ensured everyone was helped out when needed. The overall winners, headed up by senior member Hannah King, King came in one minute ahead of the rest.

Next up was a tight Chase Me Charlie competition (riders jump a small jump and if they clear it the bar goes higher and higher until there is a winner). The Junior Winner was Lily Trolove jumping a massive 105cm, second place was Poppy Freeman who cleared one metre, and the Senior winner who snuck in just in front of Luke Zydenbos, Zydenbos was Ellen Jones jumping an outstanding 130cm.

After lunch there was a fun chocolate fish on a string, with no hands challenge, which proved to be a lot of fun!

Main prize winners for 2019: • Most Improved Junior Rider Mackenzie Rowlands • Most Improved Senior Rider India Trolove

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Bangor Jnr O/all Combination Riley Slaven and Tammy Scott Gurney Mem Trophy for Overall Senior Combination Jack Hague Junior All Around Contribution Amelia ReveleyReveley-Wall All Around Contribution Dustin Rowlands Effie Deans Snr Contribution Leah Zydenbos WR Wilson Mem Tr Spship Chloe Cameron Peters Trophy for the Bangor Ambassador Sam Partington Whyte Trophy for most conscientious Pony Club member Rebecka Slaven.

“Thanks to the super committee members who help the Club run throughout the year and the amazing parents and caregivers who give up their weekends to take these awesome bunch of children to Pony Club,” commented Rebecka Slaven, Rally and Christmas Break Up Coordinator for Bangor Pony Club. “So much goes in to running a Club like this and without the help of all these fantastic mums and dads, it simply wouldn’t happen! It’s been an amazing year full of some definite highs and the making of lots of new friends,” she concluded.

Hannah King enjoying the Bangor Pony Club Christmas break up at Selwyn Equestrian Centre.

WE WILL BE CLOSED FROM Midday on Friday 20th December & Re-opening 7am Monday 6th January!

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Tues 24th Dec: 7.30am - 2pm Wed 25th, Thu 26th, Fri 27th & Sat 28th Dec Mon 30th & Tues 31st Dec: 8am - 4pm Wed 1st & Thu 2nd Jan Fri 3rd Jan: 8am - 4pm Sat 4thJan: 9am - 12pm Mon 6th Jan: RESUMING NORMAL HOURS

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

Don’t end up with a fail this summer, Selwyn District Council stress. The Council is launching its annual anti-drink driving campaign.

Every year in New Zealand more than 400 people are seriously injured, or killed, from drink driving. Nearly two-thirds of the alcohol-affected drivers in these crashes are males aged 25 years and older.

The Council’s, ‘That’s a Fail’ campaign, is encouraging people to not run the risk of harming themselves, or other people, or ending up with a drink driving conviction.

“Summer, and particularly Christmas, is a time when people enjoy catching up with friends and attending functions, but a drink driving conviction, or causing a crash, has lifelong

consequences,” Council Chief Executive David Ward said.

“This is a time to enjoy and celebrate with the good weather and we’re reminding people to take a moment to think about how you’re getting home. Don’t let a few drinks spoil the celebrations, don’t end up with a fail this summer,” he concluded.

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Rev Susan Baldwin (right) and her fellow painters will again adorn the windows at Trinity Church.

Would like to thank the Malvern community for their continued support.

Brian & Sue Stockdale wish everyone Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Limited services available over Christmas.

Normal hours resume Tues 14th Jan 2020

DARFIELD Members of the Malvern Community Board and the Darfield Township Committee would like to thank all those who donated their time or donated goods that contributed to the success of this event: • Father Christmas • • • • •

and his helpers Malvern Lions Malvern Community Patrol Malvern St John Ambulance Brigade Darfield Fire Brigade Selwyn District Council Civil Defence

Frew’s Transport Ltd Scholastic NZ Darfield Post Shop Darfield Food Centre • Tara Farm • Pam Mugford • And, of course, all our talented performers.

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Each year at Trinity Church in Darfield, the clear glass windows on the north-west facing side of the Church have been the canvas on which young painters have depicted scenes from the story of the birth of Jesus. Over the years they have painted Nativity scenes, Advent Calendars, and cameo-shaped windows depicting scenes from the gospel of Matthew and Luke.

“Our young painters were at it again this year painting an Advent Triptych,” reported Rev Susan Baldwin.

Baldwin “A Triptych is a picture divided into three panels,” she explained.

The centre panel is of Mary and Joseph and the baby Jesus, on the left hand panel are the shepherds who came to see what the angels had told them about, and the right hand panel includes the magi, or wise men who followed a star to find the newborn king.

At the time of going to print, the weather was casting some doubt as to whether the painting could be completed.

But when it clears and the artists continue, the windows will make a wonderful sight for passersby.

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Father Christmas has moved his Darfield loca?on and will be at Santa’s GroHo in the Darfield Jail from 3pm to 6pm daily un?l Monday 23 December.

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Friday 20th December 2019 We now have our own

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Brent, Sue and staff wish to thank all customers for their continued support throughout the year!

Our shop and forecourt are open 7.00am to 7.30pm - 7 days.

Closed Xmas day only.

I’m sitting in a long line of traffic - and in a parking lot!

I’ve just made my way through crowded stores with long lines that require me to wait with patience. The person next to me sighs, “whatever happened to Christmas?”

When we speak about returning to the real meaning of Christmas, what we desire of course is a return to the true meaning, going back to a day when it was about faith and the celebration of the birth of our Lord. Christmas is about what God in Christ is doing in, and for, the world, the joy, the grace, and the hope for peace which his birth brings into our lives.

The workshop will be closed from the 24th December till 6th of January 2020.

Breakdown & emergency work only between Christmas & New Year. So please book in any warrants, servicing and last minute repairs NOW so we can fit you in!

We invite all customers to our Have a Merry & Safe workshop shout 20th Dec - 5pm Xmas & New Year

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As odd as this may sound though, whenever we think about Christmas as pure and as holy as it used to be, we run the danger of missing the whole point of Christmas. The book in the Bible called Luke is careful to remind us that the first Christmas was not a holy day, but a working day. Jesus was not born during a worship service, but during the time of a tax census. The day on which he was born was a time when crowds of people were standing in long lines, travelling distances, trying to beat a deadline, living under a foreign regime, and the crowds so thick there weren’t any rooms left at any hotels in Bethlehem. When the angels appeared to announce the birth of Jesus, it was not to priests lighting candles in the temple; it was to shepherds earning their living out in the fields.

What this means is that the true meaning of Christmas is that God entered the real world of flesh and blood in Jesus Christ.

God did not choose to enter the safe world of quiet sanctuaries and holy places, but the rough and tumble, workaday world of people with jobs to do, paddocks to tend, more anxiety than they know how to deal with, and the government breathing down their backs at tax time. If this were not the case, the news of Christmas would not be the good news that it is. The Gospel writer, Luke, wants us to know that the birth of this child takes place in the middle of the busyness of life. In every area of human life, Christ is born to save and to restore.

On Friday, December 13th West Melton School held their end of year Prize Giving at the West Melton Community Centre.

Major awards for 2019 went to the following recipients:

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• Hoogenboezem Citizenship Award

for Middle School Students (Y3/4): Maddison • Hoogenboezem Citizenship Award for Senior School Students (Y5/6): Imogen mogen • Coster Enviro Trophy: Kendra • Meyers Vis Arts Award: Caitlin

Archdeacon Susan Baldwin Malvern Anglican Parish

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Outstand Achieve: Anjewel The Arts Cup in Music: Joshua Junior Kapahaka Cup: Jade Individ Sporting Perform Canty School Sports: Alex Paula & Jeremy Wilson Cup for Sport & Acad Excell: Nash Selwyn Central Community Cup for Leadership: Otis Richards' Values Trop: Sophie Sir Peter Blake L/ship Award: Daisy WMS Tikanga Award: Devon Honours Bd Dux recipt: Nash.

West Melton School Student Ambassadors for 2020.

L to R: Aleia, Hamish, Brooklyn, Amira, Ryder and Luke.

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Thanks firstly to all our volunteers both in the community and wider district, for their great work over the past year.

The Darfield Police would especially like to thank the Malvern Community Patrol, Fire Service and St John Ambulance volunteers; the assistance of these at incidents throughout the year has been outstanding.

Over the summer, and throughout the year, Police will be maintaining a high focus on speeding vehicles, drink driving and stop/give-way intersections to keep our roads safer for all users.

In recent months three local males, under 25 years of age, have been convicted of drink driving. Make use of sober drivers and licensed premises’

courtesy vans to get home safely during the festive season.

When travelling over the Christmas holiday period please stop often and have regular breaks from driving, fatigue is a high risk factor in vehicle crashes.

Senior Constable Chris Caldwell of the Rolleston Police is now working from the Darfield Police Station, relieving Senior Constable Beaumont’s Beaumont vacant position. Hamish and I welcome Chris to Darfield and look forward to working with him.

In recent years there has been a noticeable increase in burglaries in the Selwyn District.

We are seeing a trend of burglars from the city travelling out into the country, in stolen vehicles, to commit crime. Many of the stolen items are sold to

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finance the offenders’ drug (P, methamphetamine) habits.

Unfortunately it is not until someone is burgled that they take their home security seriously.

We recommend that all homeowners and farmers seriously consider setting up security alarm and camera systems, to protect their houses and outbuildings. There are security companies locally, and in the city, that you can make contact with for home security advice, please do so.

The Darfield Police would like to wish all residents of Darfield and our surrounding district the very best for Christmas and the New Year and safe travels on our roads.

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Wishing you a safe & Merry Christmas!

On Saturday, December 1st, Canterbury Mini Motor Cross Club held their Christmas party. Those who attended got to participate in a variety of events from paddock racing, to drags, mum and dad races and of course there was lots of other fun also to be had. The highlight for many was Santa handing out ice blocks. For more photos see their Facebook page: Canterbury Mini MX Club.

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Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!

- From the team at Bridgestone, Darfield.

CHRISTMAS TYRE SALE! Cayle McDonald (left) winner of both the dads’ race and drag racing, presented with his winnings by Troy Earl.

Melissa Blagdon winner of the mums’ race two years in a row.

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CONTRACTS - SIGNATORIES BEWARE!

Arabella Barnard happily accepts her gift from Father Christmas.

Above: Kirwee Chief Fire Office Stu Jones gets into the Christmas spirit.

Hororata Fire Brigade held their pre Christmas social night on Saturday, December 7th. There were some in-house awards given out, plus some official ones. Bruce Sayer received his 14 Year service medal and Michael Groters received a honorary life membership.

The in house awards were: • Firefighter of the Year voted by the Brigade: Brendan Albon • 100% attendance award: Nigel Hadfield • The toilet seat award (for humourous errors!) went to: Paul Clement.

Clement The Darfield Urban and Rural Fire Brigades’ Christmas party took place on December 14th with fun and games for the children attending. Father Christmas was in attendance and brought gifts for the youngsters before a barbecue dinner filled empty stomachs. It was reported to be a wonderful opportunity for the team to unwind before the upcoming fire season.

The Kirwee Volunteer Fire Brigade held their Christmas party at the Kirwee Rugby grounds on Sunday, December 8th. Santa arrived in the new FENZ ute pleasing everyone with a lolly scramble, before handing out presents. Those attending also enjoyed the soft serve ice cream truck which made its annual appearance, as well as the barbecue which followed.

As with anything at all you sign, you should run it by your solicitor first - all contracts, but most especially Sale and Purchase agreements. Contracts are contracts with a legal obligation to fulfil the terms.

The Real Estate institute of NZ is tightening up on sale and purchase contracts by changing the conditions regarding ‘subject to finance’ so that you will need to prove you were unable to obtain finance by producing the email, or decline letter from the bank. Failure to produce evidence of this may force you to proceed with the purchase.

I have always advocated to insert the clause - ‘subject to finance suitable to ourselves’ - however this would also need to be verified by your lawyer, as would the clause - ‘subject to due diligence’.

The bottom line here is ‘Buyer Beware’. Take the agreement to your solicitor in the first instance, before you sign any legal document. It may cost you, but could save you thousands!

On that note, have a wonderful & safe festive season! I will be working through and contactable by email or cell phone so please call if I can help.

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New Hororata recruit Alistair Wright (left) is presented with his helmet by Bruce Sayer.

Urban Volunteer fireman Chris with daughter Mikayla greeting Santa Claus.

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After a successful 2019, 2020 will bring about some changes in the Jo McIntosh Team at Bayleys Darfield. Jo is welcoming Adrienne Goodeve as a Sales Agent. Adrienne is already well-known in the local community having always lived in the Selwyn District. Adrienne intends to add another dimension to the already wellestablished team with her focus being on supporting the West Melton, Rolleston and Christchurch regions, in both residential and lifestyle sales.

Whilst welcoming Adrienne into the team, Jo is also saying good -bye to Sharlene Simon, who has been with Jo and Bayleys for six years. Sharlene has treasured her time with Jo, Bayleys and the Darfield Team and said she is extremely grateful for the support the local community has given her as she embarked on her real estate journey.

“Growing the Darfield Bayleys office has been an enormous part of my life for six years and it has been a pleasure

reconnecting with this community on a professional and personal level and I cannot express my gratitude enough for the support I have received,” Jo said.

“This weekend, Hine Angell, Angell our Administrator, will marry Alex Robertson in Kowai Bush. We wish them a very happy day and best wishes for their future.

“We would all like to take this opportunity to wish our clients and the community a wonderful Christmas and New Year period with their families and friends and we look forward to seeing you all in 2020.”

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Jo and the Darfield Team

The team at Bayleys, Darfield. Back: Jo McIntosh Front L to R: Sharlene Simon, Sally Pearson, Hine Angell, Adrienne Goodeve.

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Kirwee Players have recently held their A.G.M. with a very enthused attendance.

We were saddened to learn our Patron and Patroness, Janet and John Dysart wish to relinquish the position after many years and we acknowledge the role they have played. Linda Gosling has had six years in the Chair and during this time with the committee, has put our theatre community

into the 21st Century by updating our strategic plan and our new mission statement is, ‘to continue the tradition of accessible quality theatre, and contribute to its future sustainability for our community.

As Linda wished to vacate the Chair we suitably recognised her time and are pleased to have her as ex-officio, and keeping us up with N.Z. Theatre Federation.

Megan Grigg is filling the role as Chairperson, and we are pleased to welcome six new committee members.

Kirwee Kids are performing Lion King JR in April 2020, and the Kirwee Players’ production 2020 will be West Side Story, with auditions taking place, end of February, early March. Watch this space!

The 2020 Malvern A & P Show Giant Pumpkin Competition is open to anyone willing to give it a go. This general Giant Pumpkin competition is however totally separate to the ‘School Competition’ for Giant Pumpkins; where the winning school wins a shield and monetary prize.

“We encourage everyone who grows a giant pumpkin for the general section, to enter, no matter the size, just bring it along on Show day,” explained Kara Taogaga, Taogaga one of the section’s organisers.

Not all pumpkin seeds are capable of growing to the gigantic size needed to be in the competitive running.

Organisers advise that intended entrants obtain a seed variety

that tends toward the ‘giant’ size required.

“Often not all giant pumpkin seeds germinate, so it’s always best to have a couple of extras planted as backups,” Kara added. “Alternatively growers could buy a seedling from a gardening/plant shop. ‘Atlantic Giants’ is the variety we have grown in the past,” Kara said.

“We have purchased small size, giant pumpkin plants and donated these to schools in the area as part of our School section. But people considering entry in the general section could try their local nursery, or the Darfield Eco Garden Centre, for their own seedlings,” she commented.

“The School competition was designed to encourage children

to learn and become passionate about growing vegetables with a better understanding of nature and our ecology,” Kara said. “It was not only created with this in mind, but also as a fun activity for youngsters to be involved in.

As for the general competition we are really hoping that families and individuals will take up the challenge of growing a giant pumpkin at home,” Kara enthused.

For any first time giant pumpkin growers, organisers recommend looking at the New Zealand website ‘Giant Pumpkins New Zealand’ with helpful tips for growing giant pumpkins in New Zealand conditions.

“We provide general instructions to our schools on growing giant pumpkins,” Kara explained, “however asking family or friends if they know anything from experience is always a good idea,” she said.

“Now is a great time to plant, as the chance of late frosts has gone. So get those giant pumpkins growing; entries close late February 2020,” Kara concluded.

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Darfield: 25 Piako Drive. ‘Opportunity to live the good life’.

Time to enjoy this superb lifestyle set on a 7124m2 section offering complete privacy and seclusion. The two-storey home is west and north facing to capture the sun and offers excellent living and bedroom spaces. In the yard area is a great workshop with 3-phase power and lots of storage.

Easy walking distance to schools. For Sale: $765,000.

Darfield: 12 Snowdon Place ‘Family life starts here’. Two-storey, six bedroom home neatly nestled beside Avoca Park. Large garage/workshop space, inground pool, easy walking distance to schools.

For Sale $515,000.

Darfield: 1630 Clintons Road Time to indulge with this superior lifestyle property set on 2.2195 hectares. Offering four bedrooms, two living areas and an office. Two sheds that will suit your every need and tick all the boxes. For Sale: $935,000.

West Melton: 80 Johnson Road Back on the market due to collapsed sale. Lockwood Home neatly sited up a long drive giving privacy and seclusion.

Offering three bedrooms, two living areas and with a separate fully self-contained apartment. Four hectares of family fun. For Sale: $880,000.

Darfield: 84 Stott Drive Family living in style with mountain views. A stunning property, 3,500m2 section, inviting entranceway, open-plan living with separate formal lounge both flow out to a large patio. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, double garage provides internal access. For Sale: $705,000.

Darfield: 4 Piako Drive. ‘Setlar Manor’ A very desirable, welcoming and charming home with sweeping lawns and stunning gardens set on a 5,000m2 section, offering open-plan living, separate formal lounge all flowing out to a patio area, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, internal access derived from a triple car garage, a must to view. For Sale: $810,000.

Darfield: 212 Horndon Street An excellent opportunity here as a first home or investment opportunity. Open-plan living, two bedrooms, cosy and warm with a modern kitchen. Large 1012m2 section.

For Sale: $390,000 phone to view.

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Have a Happy Christmas and take care on the roads!

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On Saturday, December 7th Coalgate residents came together for the Township Committee Christmas barbecue.

Held in the grounds of the Coalgate Fire Station the stormy wet morning fortunately evolved into a hot afternoon, albeit very windy.

Those attending certainly had plenty to entertain them; face painting, bouncy castle, popcorn machine, snow cones and of course the all-important visit from Santa. As well it was a wonderful chance to have a catch-up with friends and neighbours. Each child, primary school aged and under, also

received a personalised gift from Santa. After all these fun activities a much enjoyed barbecue was very welcome, complete with desserts!

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Committee thank their generous sponsors, who made this day happen, along with the wonderful volunteer helpers both in the lead up to, and on, the day.

Children always enjoy a visit from Santa and Coalgate littlies were no exception.

Formerly Garry Stevenson Chris and Dawn would like to thank all of their clients. Wishing you all Season’s Greetings and all the best for the New Year!

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Our Darfield Preschool and Nursery annual Christmas Party was held on Friday, December 6th in blustery, and sporadically wet, conditions. That however, did not dampen the festivities of our Preschool whanau coming together. There were bouncy castles to jump on as laughter filled the air and the traditional sausages and bread kept our tummies full. We also welcomed a special visitor, dressed all in red, who spoke with tamariki and even handed out lollipops.

Thank you to our wonderful BOT who ran this special event for our Preschool.

We have had an amazing year which has seen tamariki thrive in our learning environment, as well as many trips out into our community. We are so lucky to have such a dedicated teaching team for our tamariki to learn with.

We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and look forward to seeing all of our lovely families in 2020 for many more new adventures.

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Georgia Pearce and her mum Sahar have a quick chat to the chap in red!

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Garage salers were welcome to view the Christmas decorations at the Pine House for a gold coin donation.

The recent garage sale trail held in Waddington and Sheffield was considered a success by those who participated. Seven garages took part and the event generated much excitement in the area attracting buyers from Christchurch, Darfield, Oxford

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Emma Wason has just finished Year 10 at Darfield High School and on December 6th -8th attended the New Zealand Secondary Schools’ Athletics Association (NZSSAA) Nationals in Wellington. Emma competed in javelin coming away with an amazing second place for a throwing distance of 33.62 metres.

Emma picked up a javelin for the first time at the start of Year 9, commenting that she has received some much valued help from John MacDonald (Mr Mac) a Physical Education teacher at Darfield High School.

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Last year Emma attended the Canterbury, South Island and National events. While this year she has been going into Christchurch weekly to a specialist javelin coach. After placing second at the South Island Secondary School Championship she decided to give Nationals another go again.

Despite having to throw in less than ideal conditions, (strong wind and rain made things a bit difficult) Emma threw extremely well, securing herself a second place.

Emma enjoys all sports, it was reported and plays netball in the winter for DHS and Malvern.

In summer, as well as javelin, she plays tennis in the local competition and ultimate frisbee for DHS. Two other DHS students were also talented enough and selected to travel to Wellington to compete at Nationals. Nathan Carter unfortunately had his race cancelled due to poor weather conditions. Kirsty McCarthyMcCarthy-Dempsey competed in the Junior Girls’ competitions placing well against strong competition in her events.

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The Longest Day is an endurance golf marathon designed to test skill, strength and stamina. The challenge is to successfully complete four rounds (72 holes) of golf from dawn to dusk and raise funds

for the NZ Cancer Society research, prevention and support services.

So far 105 golfers including 25 teams have registered for the event, which can be played any time during December, or

Matt Capill, Michael Simcock & Sam Scott - fourteen hours of golf on the Hororata Golf Club course raising funds for the Cancer Society.

L to R: Duane Mundy, John Small, Barrie Coleman and Grant Inglis ready for their fundraising Longest Day golf at Weedons!

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January, when daylight hours are at their longest.

This is the first running of the Longestday fundraiser in New Zealand, following success in Australia and the United Kingdom.

The Cancer Society has set a fundraising target of $75,000 and are well on the way to achieving that goal. The funds raised will go toward providing vital services and support to people affected by cancer.

One of three South Island teams entered is from local Weedons Country Club (Grant Grant Inglis, Inglis John Small, Small Barrie Coleman and Duane Mundy).

Mundy They will play their longest day on Monday, December 23rd at Weedons Golf Course, expecting it to take fourteen to fifteen hours.

Over the weekend of December 14th three keen young men decided to complete their ‘The Longest Day Challenge’ on the Hororata Golf Course. It took close to fourteen hours to complete all four rounds, making it definitely a long day!

The Hororata team (St Grace Battlers) commented that ultimately it was a great choice of Course. “We received a huge amount of support from many of the staff members, as well as other players on the Course; some even donating to the cause,” they said. So far we’ve managed to raise close to $4,000 for the Cancer Society which is great.”

Each team has a fundraising page which can be found at longestday.org.nz. Type the team name in the search (Weedons 4 by 4) or (St Grace Battlers), hit support and donate via the Give Now button.

Donations received will go to the Canterbury-Westl and division of the Cancer Society and the teams would appreciate any contributions the community can make.

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Front L-R: Earl Boado, Johnny Millar, Todd Thomas, Cole Atutolu, Angus Marsh and Bryan Thomas (Coach). Absent: Jack Barnes, Will Judd, Henry Pratt and Lewis Lee that have been instrumental in helping the team have a successful season.

The Darfield Yr 9 & 10 team won the Combined Canterbury Country & Mid Canterbury Cricket Association’s Year 9 & 10 Grade and were unbeaten during the season.

The team consists of mainly Darfield High School players from Year 9 or 10, as well as a number of Year 7 & 8 players from different Clubs that would play in the morning for their Section 1 team and then again in the afternoon for the Year 9 & 10 team.

Congratulations also to Johnny Millar on scoring 124 not out on Saturday for the Darfield Year 9 &10 team against Weedons. Johnny faced the very first ball of the match, as well as the last.

Second Club Championship Day December, 14th 2019 A sunny day greeted shooters on the Malvern Range for the second round of the Club Championship. The course of fire was fifteen counting shots at 800 and 900 yards.

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As usual when shooting began the wind rose in strength, it was reported. Initially the wind was from the northwest, but it changed during the day to a northeasterly. Varying in direction and pressure, the wind proved challenging to all shooters.

Daniel Alexander a ‘B’ grade shooter top scored for the day by one centre from Ashburton’s John Snowden.

Snowden Ashburton’s Murray Cooke led the way in FTR and Clevedon’s Nik Chiew showed his talent using borrowed equipment.

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Results 13th December 2019 MATCH OF THE DAY: Friday Twilight Men: 1st: 29 1st M White 2nd: G Harris 28 3rd: K Kibler 27 4th: D Stone, Carl Kitching & P Collins 24 Women: 1st: B Bryant 25 2nd: A Collins & J Wilson 24 Closest to the Pins: Pins G Harris, R Bryant & A Collins Straight Drive: Drive J Wilson Hard Luck: Luck A Harliwich

Results 14th December 2019 MATCH OF THE DAY: Irish Stableford Teams: 1st: J Lewis, C Banks, G Gifkins & B Nelly 110 2nd: D McKay, W Watson, M Overton & C Davidson 107 3rd: J Benn, D Benn, H MacPhee & G Gaunson 106 Closest to the Pins: Pins #3: S Johnstone #9: G Gifkins #13: W Watson #17: D McKay Men’s Longest Drive: Drive B Nelly Women’s Longest Drive: Drive D Gibbs Longest Putt: Putt C Davidson Two’s: Two’s S Johnstone x2, W Watson, G Gifkins, S Jeffs & B Nahkies 9 Holes - Stableford: Stableford 1st: G Logan 22 2nd: B May 22

Results 14th December 2019 MATCH OF THE DAY: Christmas Ambrose 1st: N Muir, M Wills, P McOscar & D McCaughan 56.5 2nd: J Halkett, R Workman, P Fletcher & A Collins 57.5 3rd: S Prendergast, B Inch, T Edwards & I Palmer 57.6 4th: J Wilson, C Bishop, E Woodward & C Kitching 58.6 5th: G Deans, J Perkins, Ken & J Helmore 59.2 6th: N Penney, P Pearce, J Morten & M White 59.3 7th: B Mangels, K Kibler & C Thorne 59.6 Closest to the Pins: Pins #6: B Inch #11: E Woodward #14: 14: R Workman #17: J Perkins

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

Putting the service into automotive servicing.

• •

131 Iport Drive, Rolleston (Cnr Hoskyns Rd & Iport Dr) Phone 347 4020

Friday 20th December 2019 ACCOUNTANTS

CATTERY

ARE you wasting your ANGEL Cats Boarding Cattery, valuable time trying to Oxford. Love & cuddles keep up with your accounts? galore! Pick-up & delivery.

Call us now for hassle-free Check us out on Facebook accounting, tax and business @ a n g e l c a t s c a t t e r y o r advice - all right on w ww . a n g e lc a t s .b i z C a l l your doorstep. Sterling Sarah 03 312 1452 / 0210 424 367 or email Accountants @ Malvern angelcats@xtra.co.nz Business Hub, Ann-Maree 021 215 0981.

CHIMNEY CLEANING CHIM Chim. We'll sweep your log BALING SERVICES -burners flue, check the CONVENTIONAL hay baling and firebricks, baffles, air-tubes carting, call us and we will do and controls. We're experts the sweating for you! Call Bob on coal-ranges, also sweeping 027 436 9400 or Kieran 027 any sized open fire. We quote 378 6365. and undertake repairs, flue HAY baling - small bales. extensions and install bird Full service. Call Rupert netting. 0800 224 464 on 021 861 192 or Bob on Members NZHHA. 020 4018 8318.

CELEBRANT

HAY BALING

CELEBRANT - Michelle Spence.

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

services Please phone

027 228 9868 BIRTH NOTICE Davies-Freitas Paige & Jayden are thrilled to announce the arrival of their beauCful daughter - Marlie Louise born at ChCh Women's Hospital on Thursday 12th December 2019.

CARPET 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.

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COUNSELLING EXPERIENCED counsellor available to provide focus and support. Dawn Logan BA (Psyc) Cert Psyc Care (Otago) A&D Counselling (C.I.T). Ph 027 252 7533. I will be available over the Holiday period!

CRANE TRUCK CRANE truck hire, Malvern area.

5m steel deck, trailer optional. Tadano certified 7.3m crane, lift up to 2.9 tonnes up close, 650kg at 7m. Payload is 5 tonnes. Ideal for spa pools, playhouses, machines, timber, small sleepouts etc. Call today!

0800 DRY HIRE.

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

FIREWOOD & COAL

FOR SALE

INSPECTIONS

CARAVAN 2008. Elddis Xplore 474. Great cond. $25,000 ono. Ph/text 027 860 8618.

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

TREATED pine rails (H3.2). 4.9 x 150 x 40. $19 + GST per length. Contact Graeme Knowles 021 613 229.

WOOD shavings - untreated, clean shavings suitable for horse stables, calving sheds, chicken houses and rabbit h u t c h e s . Av a i l a b l e i n 70L bags, 1m 3 bales (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 03 344 1676 for more details.

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 us at office@ruraltenancy.co.nz

HEDGE TRIMMING

HEDGEHOG Hedge & Shelterbelt Trimming Owner Operated

R K FIREWOOD Supplying wood for this Winter!

Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

TRY THE HOT MIX! EPpos available.

All top quality, clean wood.

Phone Rini 027 451 7300 AC & EA WAKELIN

FIREWOOD FOR WINTER 2020 We have a great variety of wood available!

MATURE PINE 6m3 $460.00 Phone:

03 312 4637 or 021 260 4520

GARAGE SALE

SALE of new and used goods.

Saturday 21st December, DRIVEWAYS 8am - 11am. 13 Thornton Street, Darfield. Tools, electric LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards LIFESTYLE CLEANING appliances & much more! and dairy lanes our speciality.

HOUSE Cleaning - No job too Screened rotten-rock, it’s GARDENING big or small. Competitive local and lasts better.

Springfield Quarry phone rates. Give us a call. Phone GARDENING services.

318 4132.

022 654 4276.

Fruit tree pruning, Rose pruning, Hedge trimming, CHURCH NOTICES CHURCH NOTICES general weeding etc. Call Dan 022 187 6470 or email LAST SERVICE FOR 2019 dan@thegroundskeeper.co.nz SUNDAY 22ND to discuss.

DECEMBER HOUSE TO RENT At 10:30am Ph Wayne Watson FOUR bedroom, two bathroom house available to rent in 027 281 8340 Kirwee. Double garage, 17 North Terrace workshop etc. Also grazing There will be no Sunday Services on 29th December for two horses available if or 5th January. Resuming Sunday 12th January. required. Ph 022 045 0342.

Geoff 021 549 499 A/h 03 324 3482

Hedge Trimming in Canterbury

LAWNMOWING NE ED lawn m ow in g ov er Christmas? Your own mower.

Phone Steve 027 253 1053.

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

LOST GRANDMOTHER’S wedding ring lost at Kirwee Show, 23rd November. Very small fitting, may be mistaken for child’s size. Reward offered. Phone 027 480 8191.

PAINTING & DECORATING

Call Don today on ‘For all your decorating needs’

021 066 3011 or 03 318 2983

Micky Conway Painter & Decorator

• 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.

PAINTING & DECORATING

Darfield Based Will cover all areas Contact Micky on

021 125 1613 conwaydecor@hotmail.com

FULLY INSURED PAINTING & DECORATING

Udi Painting & Decorating For all Painting and Decorating services!

Interior & Exterior Painting & Plastering Fully Qualified  Wallpapering Roof Painting  All work guaranteed Free Quotes.

Contact Udi Aale 021 074 2075

Darfield Life Church

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

References available.

Phone Dave on 021 142 0567

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

PLASTIC WELDING

TRADES

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

TRADES

FOUND - black and white male NORTH Canterbury plastic I DE AL C h r i s t m a s g if ts ! welding specialist. All plastic Massage vouchers starting and black long haired female and fibreglass repairs. Phone from $35 (30 mins). cats (Waddington area).

Re-energise with deep James 021 180 5103.

Phone 027 221 1517. tissue muscle therapy.

Scalp massage. Call Erna RAFFLE RESULTS RAFFLE RESULTS 027 300 4002.

Friends of Darfield Hospital

CHRISTMAS RAFFLE 1st: Fay Fechney 2nd: Paul Wright  3rd: Vicki Wright A big thank you for all the support towards our fundraising this year.

Xmas Greetings to you all!

SITUATION VACANT

SITUATION VACANT

Casual staff required for the

2020 Harvest Season Start date - 6th January Approximate finishing date - Easter Weekend Applicants must be: • Physically fit • Reliable along with dependable transport to work • Able to work every Saturday • Forklift Operator certificate would be an advantage • Must have 2 recent referees - contactable by phone • Must have own steel cap boots - all other PPE supplied

WANTED TO RENT MASSAGE Therapist. Wanting to rent a 2 bedroom unit or studio. Reasonable price. Phone Natalie 021 0838 1112.

WINDOW REPAIRS SHELLEY’S Glass and Glazing.

Got a broken glass window?

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

Please drop your CV into the office or email to darfieldseed@xtra.co.nz

SITUATION WANTED

ROOM TO RENT

EXPERIENCED, EXPERIENCED casual shepherd. SINGLE lockable rooms S o m e tr ac t or d r iv in g. in Darfield Hostel. Internet, sky TV. $180pw. Please Ask for Craig 03 424 2699. phone 027 479 1431 or 318 3660.

SCRAP METAL 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).

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.

SERVICES

HAY BALING services Please phone

027 228 9868

Maintenance Renovations & new builds Pump servicing and installation Water filter installation Water pump hire Supply and installation of septic tank systems • Gas and wood fire installation • IQP in backflow prevention • Teatsprayer servicing • • • • • •

STUMP GRINDING

STUMP GRINDING SERVICE AVAILABLE

0800 752 400

plainspgd@gmail.com • • •

Phone Craig on:

027 222 1632 WANTED

DARFIELD BASED

• •

Mirrors Catdoors Splash Backs Retro Fit Double Glazing Insurance Repairs

Ph 03 318 4128

AMMUNITION and reloading www.malvernglass.co.nz equipment. Powder WINDOW TINTING projectiles, presses etc. Any calibre rifle / shotgun. TINT TINT--A-WINDOW Solar Protective Anything hunting related. films. Fade UV block. Heat Cash buyer. Contact Rob Glare control. Privacy. Safety/ 03 342 5885.

Security. Frosted films.

DEAD, DEAD damaged or derelict F r e e o n l i n e q u o t e s . cars, trucks, vans & 4WD’s, i n f o @ t i n t a w i n d o w . c o . n z including motorbikes. Cash w w w . t i n t a w i n d o w . c o . n z paid. Phone 03 318 0650.

Ph 0800 368 468.

Lisa thanks her grandpa, "Thank you Grandpa for the violin you gave me last year for Christmas.

I've never had such a brilliant giV!" "Really?" asks the surprised Grandpa.

Lisa says, "Oh yeah - every ?me I start playing, Mum gives me 2 dollars so I will stop!"

“Boss, can I take tomorrow off? My wife really needs help with Christmas cleaning,” asks Joe. “Are you out of your head, man? I can’t give you a day off for that!” rumbles the boss.

“Oh thanks a lot, boss,” Joe smiles, relieved, “I knew I could rely on you!”

Friday 20th December 2019 WINDOW CLEANING

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TRADES

CASTLE HILL CLEAN

TRADES

TRADES

MALVERN COMPUTERS

WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES

M erry Christmas

Contact Bonnie 021 0821 1671

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

castlehillclean@gmail.com

Jon Lawrence

TRADES 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.

A huge thank you for supporting ARTHUR’S your LOCAL Roof & Property Maintenance service provider.

We look forward to being here for you and your property during 2020 and beyond!

- TAKE CARE EVERYONE!

Ph: 03 3183 699 Mob: 027 688 9103

House & Roof Pre--Paint Wash Pre

Moss Treating:

Hydro Drain Cleaning TRADES

TRADES

roofs, footpaths & driveways.

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

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

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays!

Mark & Richard Moore FOR ALL YOUR BUILDING NEEDS New Homes | Alterations | Decking Log Fire Installations

Mark: 0274 366 027 Richard: 0274 529 650

For all your Plumbing Requirements in Canterbury!

Merry Christmas to all our clients and suppliers.

Thank you for your support!

• New Housing • Spouting • Roof Repairs • House Alterations • Hot Water Cylinders • Installing Solar Hot Water STEVE TE HAARA PHONE: 347 3006 MOBILE: 027 243 6974 EMAIL: sleightplumbing@gmail.com

Heat pump supply, installa?on, servicing & maintenance General household & business electrical work.

Give Nigel a call now for your no obliga(on free quote

Ph: 021 387 750 COMPUTER

DAIKIN • MITSUBISHI • HITACHI

Your LOCAL & reliable tradesman COMPUTER

SuperComputer Nathan & the team would like to wish our contractors & clients a safe & Merry Christmas!

Thank you for all the support throughout 2019.

We will be taking a break from Friday 20th December & returning on Monday 13th January 2020 - All ready to take on any new projects for you in the New Year, we look forward to hearing from you.

Sales and Service of new and used machines.

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

“A truly happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery Mark Jones 03 318 1956 while on a detour.”

027 210 4242 0800 427 427 - Author Unknown. 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!

• Washing

Machines

• Dryers • Dishwashers

• • •

Darfield based with over 38 years of local knowledge and experience

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

Septic Tank Cleaning Jetting Unit for blocked drains Camera Investigations | Port-a-loo hire

Reg. Service Technician

Office 318 8609 | 0274 338 693 | admin@leechdrainage.co.nz

CLOSED FOR STATUTORY DAYS ONLY

Tiler & Registered Water Proofer

Wishing all my clients a Merry Christmas - See you in 2020!

Look me up on www.mytradesman.co.nz

RURAL PLUMBING SERVICES LTD

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

david wilkinson registered electrician phone 03 318 1231 fax email

03 318 1235 sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz

po box 26 kirwee

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

Upholsterer

Simon O’Connell • Certifying Plumber M: 021 048 4799 • H: 03 317 9174 E: simon@rpsltd.co.nz

Recover: Lounge Suites Dining Chairs Squabs etc Free Quotes Based in Weedons Ph 03 980 4979

Darfield based, working Canterbury wide.

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

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas & a safe, happy New Year! Best wishes for 2020!

on time guaranteed or your first hour is free! conditions apply.

Selwyn Electrical Ltd 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

Qualified

New Builds | Renovations |Heat Pumps Solar Power | LED Lighting Electrical Vehicle Charging | Servicing

Bricklaying & Blocklaying Stonework Restoration Work Chimney, Fireplace & Firebacks • Quality Workmanship Guaranteed • • • •

VINCE DALY Ph (03) 318 8020 021 250 6944 CONTACT MANDY JOHNSTON (MRS J)

03 318 1552  027 337 8819 1362 Courtenay Road, Kirwee (please note new address) www.kipmcgrath.co.nz/darfield or find Kip McGrath Darfield on Facebook

021 732 331

HOSPITALITY GUIDE FOR THE HOLIDAY PERIOD The team at

wish to thank you for your patronage throughout the year and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

• • • • •

We apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you all in the New Year.

23rd & 24th Dec 25th & 26th Dec 27th - 31st Dec 1st & 2nd Jan 3rd - 6th Jan

Opening 9am CLOSED Opening 9am CLOSED Opening 9am

Wishing everyone a safe & loving holiday season...

All Bakery food will be half price on the 24th December from 2pm!

We'd like to thank you all for your continued support!

Phone: 03 318 7059  2 Hobbs Street, Hororata

BISTRO

BAR & BOTTLE STORE

Thursday 5pm - 7:30pm • Friday & Saturday 5pm - 8:30pm • Sunday 5pm - 7:30pm

Closed Xmas Day • Open Boxing Day • Open New Year’s Day • Other days from 12pm until close

•

•

No Roast/Carvery available from 26th Dec - 9th Jan. (All other meals available)

Facebook: ‘Coalgate Tavern’ | Ph: 03 318 2719 | 125 Bridge Street, Coalgate Thanks to all our Customers & Patrons for your support in our first 6 months and wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Ann & Steve

CHRISTMAS HOURS: • • •

The fresher the produce, the richer the flavour!

For all your Fruit & Vege Needs

Plenty of awesome specials in store daily!

Come down & have a look at what we have to offer!

Johnny Fresh and the team would like to thank all their customers for their support and wish them a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!

• • • • • • • • • •

Sun 22nd Dec Mon 23rd Dec Tues 24th Dec Christmas Day Boxing Day Fri 27th Dec Sat 28th Dec Sun 29th Dec Mon 30th Dec Tues 31st Dec New Year’s Day Thu 2nd Jan Fri 3rd Jan

8am - 5pm 8am - 6pm 8am - 5:30pm CLOSED CLOSED 8am - 6pm 8am - 5:30pm 9:30am - 5pm 8am - 6pm 8am - 5:30pm CLOSED CLOSED Normal Hours

2 McMillan Street, Darfield | Normal Hrs: Mon - Fri 8am - 6pm | Sat 8am - 5.30pm | Sun 10am - 5pm

HOSPITALITY GUIDE FOR THE HOLIDAY PERIOD

DARFIELD

ROAN MILK DELIVERIES

TAB

Please place Xmas milk orders for 23rd December delivery and 27th December (pop up Roan delivery 9am - 9:30am outside Cafe).

Gaming Widescreen TVs

Merry Christmas!

Accommodation

From the team at Fat Beagle!

Liquor Centre Café

HOLIDAY HOURS: • Mon 23rd Dec Close at 2:30pm • 24th Dec - 2nd Jan Closed • Friday 3rd Jan Normal Hours

Courtesy Bus

We wish all of our patrons & visitors a safe & happy Holidays!

FIND US AT 51 SOUTH TERRACE DARFIELD Normal hrs: Mon - Fri, 8am - 3:30pm, Sat & Sun, 8:30am - 4pm

Ph: 03 318 8134

FB@THEFATBEAGLE

Wishing all our customers a Safe & Happy Holiday!

We will open for 2020 on the 13th January

Tel 03 317 9497 • Mob 027 355 0451 www.greendalebutchery.co.nz

Phone (03) 318 8325 stay@darfieldhotel.co.nz www.darfieldhotel.co.nz