Issue 975 - Friday 19th February 2021

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Coast To Coast Continued

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Helping Support Others

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ISSUE 975 Friday 19th February 2021

Gletunnel’s Picnic In The Park 3 Springfield’s Station Makeover 4 Broken River 70 Years

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Mortgage & Insurance Advice

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Helping Fight Poverty

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Selwyn Police Report

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Fun In Selwyn

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U3A Malvern Meeting

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Catholic Parish of Selwyn

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Nourish Programme

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Malvern Wins Shield

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Bowls Experience

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Darfield Gun Club

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Golf Results

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Sport Notices

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Model Boats Enthusiasts

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Malvern Community Board

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Coast To Coast Helps Locals

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Public Notices

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Save The Date

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Classifieds

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Trades

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Email Column

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The 39th annual Kathmandu Coast to Coast was held on February 12th and 13th, with many locals competing in their chosen challenging sections, displaying some outstanding results.

The Coast to Coast has become a goal for many multisport competitors and attracts people from a range of sporting backgrounds, who want to tackle the 243km challenge or the 33km Mountain Run. Numerous local people turned up to spectate and support competitors at the Waimakariri Gorge, Klondyke Corner, finish line and other points along the way. The support and cheering was just what the competitors needed to keep their focus and drive going to cross the finish line.

Each competitor has a different goal, whether it is to win, to beat a previous placing or to just be able to say they have completed it.

Devon Crequer, Crequer from Darfield, made the news after day 1 by winning the Open Section of the

Mountain Run, in a time of 3 hours, 37 minutes.

“Training started for me about three months out from the race (already having a good base fitness), with long weekend runs up Mt Oxford and around the Port Hills,” commented Devon.

“I managed to get over Goat Pass about four times, prior to the event, which really helped knowing the faster lines. Race day, things started off fast with four of us breaking away during the first river crossing. For the next 4kms I ran in behind the other three, before I made a break to try and get a lead, knowing that the first half of the run was my strength.

I managed to make some good distance at the half way mark, but a little bit of cramp in my calf muscles meant for a challenging run down and out off the Mingha Valley. I still managed to keep a good steady pace out to the finish at Klondyke Corner,” concluded Devon.

Devon Crequer, overall winner of the Mountain Run Section.

Photo credit: Kathmandu Coast to Coast and Peter Meecham.

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Richard Greer, winner of the Two Day Veteran Section.

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Darfield High School students Johnny Miller and Austin Pedlar, Pedlar also competed in the Mountain Run section. Johnny is naturally

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hill fit from running around the home farm and is following in his mum’s (Kate) footsteps, who has competed a few times in the Coast to Coast. Johnny finished 2nd in the School 14-18 category (22 overall from 186). Behind him was ex-student Casey Taylor (who won this event last year), followed by Austin.

The Two Day Team event saw

Simon Earl and Sam O’Reilly team up and compete together under the team name of ‘Sore 4 Days’.

“Back in February last year, Sam asked me to join him in a two person Relay team, with my stages being the 33km Mountain Run (longest run I’d done was the Buller half back in 1993!!), and the 70km Bike into the finish (which I’ve done

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Johnny Miller - 2nd in his category, in the Mountain Run.

Lexie Sinclair-Dockerill and Emily Morrison competed in the Tandem Two Day Section.

Newly-weds, Sarah and Nicholas Oakley competed in the Two Day Family Section and finished 8th in the category.

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a wee bit of in the past),” commented Simon.

“I started jogging/waddling in March, just for 10 minutes and building time up. In the first three months my body broke down with two injuries, which forced me to stop running for days on end and start all over again. If I didn’t have a team mate relying on me, I’m not sure if i would have kept getting into it... But I did!

“I used a lot of different areas to train; Waimakariri River bed, Mt Oxford, Coalgate Track and the famous Goat Pass, with my good mate Jake Vargo (another local competitor) as guide.

“My highlights for the weekend was the whole vibe and comradeship around the event, and seeing Sam O’Reilly, O’Reilly my team mate, perform so well on the bike and kayak. The Mountain Run was epic, I ran a time of 4 hours, 40 minutes which I was stoked about and the 70km bike into that strong ‘Beasterly’ NE headwind was right in my wheel house, I loved it, averaging 34km/hr over the 70km.

“I may have to pluck up the courage and learn to kayak, then take on the whole thing in 2022!” Concluded Simon.

Year 12 students at Darfield High School, Emily Morrison and Lexie SinclairSinclair-Dockerill, Dockerill under the name of ‘The Young Ones’ competed in the Two Day Tandem Event, finishing together in 16 hours, 46 minutes. This category comprised of teams of two racing the entire course together, staying within a 50m proximity throughout the whole event and using a double kayak on the river.

Richard Greer from Kirwee and team captain of Team CP, had a closely competitive race alongside the overall winner of the Two Day Individual, Rob Lord from Rolleston. These two were neck and neck during the whole event, with Richard finishing 6 seconds behind, but still taking out the Veteran category.

Another local, Oliver Thompson, Thompson competed in the Longest Day and came home 10th overall.

Huge credit, also, to those that entered, trained hard and finished the event, that in itself is a massive achievement.

Many who competed are already looking forward to next year’s race.

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At Darfield Fire Museum’s Open Day on Sunday, February 14th, there was not only lots to view in the Museum, but another important fundraising effort took place for one of the Brigade members.

Sarah Arnold joined Darfield Fire Brigade in an operational support role, volunteering her time to help 'behind the scenes', supporting the brigade with a variety of administration type tasks. Now the young solo mum of beautiful wee Sophie, Sophie has recently undergone brain surgery for the second time.

The first surgery found the tumour was benign, this time it has revealed the growth is cancerous.

She is undergoing radiation therapy, to hopefully prevent the spread and kill the tumour. This treatment will cause her to lose her hair, but instead of waiting for the inevitable, Sarah decided to take control and shave it off to raise funds for the ‘White Matter Brain Cancer Trust’, a charitable organisation who are supporting her through this time.

On Sunday, strongly supported by brigade members, Sarah had her hair shaved off by

hairdresser Julie Wilson.

Wilson Having previously been a hairdresser herself, Sarah requested several different hairstyles to be designed along the way, from a mullet, to a mohawk and finally the full shave. The whole time she laughed, smiled and joked with those around her, as she lost her lovely blonde curls.

“We wish Sarah all the best for her fight against this brain tumour,” commented a spokesperson for the Brigade.

Sarah has a Give-A-Little page up and running for anyone who might like to donate in support of her fundraising efforts.

Glentunnel’s inaugural Picnic in the Park held was held on Thursday, February 11th.

The weather was fabulous, which encouraged around eighty people to attend the Summer in Selwyn free event.

There was lots of fun picnic

games, including tug of war and a sack race, as well as face painting by Lolytwist, a bouncy castle from Go Jump and bikes from Pedalmania to name a few. Malvern Lions cooked a delicious barbecue, that was thoroughly enjoyed by those in attendance.

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and carrying out other fixes.

Terry and Nick from XL Builders are excited to take on the task.

“It’s about nostalgia,” said Terry. Once they have finished their work, the painters will move in.

An unusual aspect of this refurbishment, will be removing a colony of bees that have built their hive the walls of in one of the rooms. KiwiRail has agreed that killing the bees is not an option, so a bee keeper will be employed to remove them.

It’s hoped one of Springfield beekeepers will take care of the bees! This will not be a straight forward job, as the bees must be taken some kilometres away, so they won’t return to the station!

For Springfield resident Simon Williams, Williams the station is quite special, a point he’s been making to KiwiRail and the Rail Heritage Trust for sometime.

“The building honours the generations of railway folk, who lived and worked in Springfield from 1880, when the railway arrived, till the late 1980’s when the depot was no longer needed,” Simon explained.

Springfield was a major railway centre, with more than seventy staff members. The renovation is great news for many locals.

“I’m terribly excited and grateful that KiwiRail is prepared to spend the money to look after the station and of course, save the bees,” Simon concluded.

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This year Broken River (BR) Ski Club turns seventy and as part of their celebrations, the Club is hosting an Open Day on Saturday, February 27th, at it’s home base BR Ski Area, in the Craigieburn Range, Canterbury.

BR Ski Club is a not-for-profit organisation, which runs the BR Ski Area for its members and the public.

“We’re inviting everyone up to the Ski Area for a fun day out in the mountains,” said Broken River Ski Club President, Ross Campbell.

Campbell The day starts with a scenic ride from the carpark to the accommodation lodges on BR’s alpine funicular rail (the Tyndall Tram), with spectacular views through the forest and across to the surrounding mountains.

Complimentary coffee and muffins will be available at the accommodation lodges. Walking tours start from there at 10.30am and club members will show guests around the accommodation lodges and other facilities.

A twenty five minute guided walk will take guests up to Palmer Day Lodge, at the bottom of the main ski field basin.

Guests will be able relax in the sun on Palmer Lodge deck, or partake in a variety of activities.

Beer, other refreshments, snacks, and also barbecue food will be available for sale.

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sessions will help people to master the ‘nutcracker’ (rope tow clip on a belt), used to ride up the Club’s rope tows. Full instruction will be provided by Club members.

Local ecologist Dr Claire Newell, Newell will be taking botanical tours from Palmer Lodge, for visitors keen to learn more about the local alpine plants.

A children’s treasure hunt will be held at 1pm with some great prizes, including BR t-shirts.

There will also be displays, with highlights of seventy years of skiing in the area.

Everyone who visits on the day will enter the draw to win a two-day ski lift pass/ on-mountain catered accommodation package, at BR Ski Area for two people.

BR Ski Area is approximately 80

minutes drive from Christchurch, on State Highway 73, the turn off is 7.5kms past Castle Hill Village. Turn onto BR Road and follow the signs to the main carpark (6kms). From there the Tyndall Tram will transport guests up the mountain from 10am, with the last ride down the mountain at 4pm.

“Everyone is welcome. It’s a special place, the alpine views are stunning! Be sure to bring a small day pack with your sunhat, jacket and wear good walking shoes,” Ross concluded.

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Darfield Youth Worker, Hannah Cossey, Cossey is taking part in the Oxfam Trailwalker event, taking place in the Taranaki region on March 20th-21st. She has teamed up with Christchurch based teammates Joseph, Joseph Michael and Matt.

Matt Hannah had signed up to do this event in 2020, but it was unfortunately cancelled due to Covid-19. So, she is excited to finally have the opportunity to do this event in the near future.

The Trailwalker is a team (of 4) endurance event, where participants will be walking either 50km or 100kms in under 36 hours (Hannah’s team are aiming to do it in 2028 hours). By participating, entrants will be undertaking a massive physical challenge, to raise funds for a bigger global challenge, ‘Fighting Poverty’.

Hannah has been tramping over the summer to help her with training for the walk/run.

“The old Ghost Road tramp on the West Coast was a big highlight, plus I tramped Abel

Tasman Great Walk with Darfield Youth Group, at the end of 2020 and I have also been doing lots of regular walking, which will start to ramp up with some much longer walks, now that we are getting closer to the event,” Hannah explained.

“I plan to include some night practise walks, as we will have to keep walking through the dark until we finish.

“My teammates are involved in various sports, which helps keep them active. One member of the team will also be competing in the upcoming Ironman, a few weeks before the Trailwalker.

This event has been on Hannah’s bucket list for several years. She found finding fun challenges to encourage her to keep active is the best way to stay motivated and prepared as this event will be a big challenge. The appeal for entering was not only due to enjoying training and participating in the event, but also getting to help support a

Hannah Cossey, who will be participating in the Oxfam Trailwalker this March. great organisation, while doing something new.

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Over the past couple of months, Selwyn police have noticed an increase of risky behaviour from some motorcyclists in the district. We have seen riders wearing non approved plastic helmets, bikes not up to warrant of fitness standard, without lights or registration, and riding at excess speeds on grass verges. On the face of it, you would assume that this behaviour is from people who don’t care about their safety or the safety of other road users, however you would be wrong!

We are unfortunately seeing this from some members of our farming community, riding between farms and paddocks during their normal working day or going home at the end of the day.

We understand that farmers must travel between farms and paddocks, however it still needs to be within the law. Businesses and organisations in every sector have a moral and legal responsibility, to ensure that work related road travel is safe for their staff and the public.

Businesses have broad obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act, to ensure the health and safety of their workers and others and they must also comply with the Land Transport Act. Unfortunately, we are seeing some businesses not treating road safety the same way as they would treat similar risks on the worksite, which will require a culture change. The district is growing at a phenomenal rate, with a lot of people new to the area not used to farming activity so close to home and don’t expect motorbikes driving on the grass verges past their driveways. So as education is key to change, here are some rules relating to the safe use of bikes on roads around farms.

A person must not drive or ride on a motorcycle on a road (and yes, the grass verge is a road under the Land Transport Act), unless the person is wearing a safety helmet of an approved standard that is securely fastened, unless the motorcycle is being used at a speed not

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exceeding 30km/h to travel from one part of the farm to another part of the same farm, or an adjoining farm that is owned or occupied by the same person. The farms must be adjoining, travelling 10km on the grass verge to another farm is not acceptable.

If the vehicle is being driven on the road, it must be registered.

Some farm use vehicles have a cheaper licence fee and you can find information on this at the NZTA website. Vehicles driven on a road must be kept in a condition appropriate to the level required for a warrant of fitness, e.g. working brakes and lights.

The driver must have the appropriate drivers licence and they may not drive carelessly, da ng ero us ly, r ec kl e ss ly, or without reasonable consideration for other people.

Road safety is everyone’s responsibility and the health and safety of employees who use the roads whilst using work vehicles, should be taken seriously by employers.

The Selwyn police do not want to have to start taking enforcement action against drivers going about their business, so it is up to employers and employees to have meaningful conversations about how motorcycles are used on the roads safely and within the law.

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Approximately sixty five people attended the orienteering event that was held in Hororata, as part of Selwyn District Councils Summer in Selwyn, on February 14th.

Participants gathered points by visiting control stations using Rogaine and other navigational techniques.

In a Rogaine, teams of two to five people choose which stations to visit within a time limit, with the intent of maximising their score.

Teamwork, endurance,

competition and an appreciation for the natural environment are prominent features of the sport.

The event was held on the Thwaites’ family farm, which displayed rolling, open country, steep hills, bush, streams, open land with specimen native trees and great views.

This event was a great way to learn the art of map reading and be introduced to the sport of Rogaine, giving the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends.

U3A Malvern were extremely fortunate to have Alan Blackburn as their first guest speaker for 2021.

Alan spoke about China ‘A civilisation state’. His interest in China can be attributed to an early introduction by his Grandmother, who had travelled widely. This interest was further fostered by Professor Ron Lister and Professor Angus Ross, Ross while studying for his honours degree, in Geography at Otago University. In the last twenty five years, he has travelled extensively within China and has also read widely on what has become his main

academic interest.

His thought-provoking lecture encouraged members to put aside their prejudices and to think about the humiliation suffered by the Chinese, at the hands of the rest of the world.

To think about the vast engineering feats from the Great Wall of China, to amazing engineering projects, such as the high-speed railway from the airport to central Shanghai and their amazing architecture today.

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It was such a great lecture that this summary goes nowhere near expressing the many important ideas and facts that Alan presented.

His presentation was so memorable that members are already asking for him to speak again.

Alan concluded with President Xi Jinping’s Jinping quote, “Civilisations don’t have to clash with each other; what is needed are eyes to see the beauty in all civilisations. We should keep our own civilisations dynamic and create conditions for other civilisations to flourish. Together we can make the garden of world civilisations colourful and vibrant”.

Ruth Warren, U3A Malvern.

Alan presenting his lecture to U3A Malvern.

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During 2020 there was a reorganisation of Catholic Parishes, in the Christchurch Diocese.

Darfield has joined with Lincoln, Leeston and Rolleston, to become the Catholic Parish of Selwyn.

Fathers Brian Fennessy and Chris Orr are the two new priests of the Parish. They both reside in Lincoln, but frequently travel within the new Parish.

Sunday and weekday masses are held in Lincoln, Leeston

and Darfield.

The Catholic Diocese has purchased land in Rolleston and a new church-complex is planned to be built in Rolleston, within the next few years.

Father Brian was ordained to the priesthood in 1982. He arrived in Selwyn district after spending fourteen years in South Canterbury.

He also served in the New Zealand Army as a Chaplain for thirty two years; he is currently serving with the Reserve Army.

Father Chris Orr and Father Brian Fennessy, from the Catholic Parish of Selwyn.

Thursday 25th February 2021 An Introduction to Food Preservation Workshop will teach attendees how to preserve food in a cost-efficient and safe way. From bottling to dehydrating, people will learn all the techniques to store their food through the winter and into the next season. If possible, bring any excess produce that could be preserved, or jars, etc to share with others. Held at the Hororata Community Hall, from 7pm - 8:30pm.

Saturday 27th February 2021 The up-coming Autumn Seedling Swap is a chance for people to bring excess seedlings grown from the seed swap or other excess seedlings/plants they may have, to swap with others. If you have no seedlings to bring, just come along with something to share in the community pantry. We will also be talking about the importance of cover crops in the winter garden and giving out suitable seeds. There are two venues for this event - Darfield Community Garden, on Russell Street, and 14 Regent Street, Springfield, from 1pm - 2pm. Everyone is welcome!

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The Community Garden and Pantry are located at Almond Park, Russell Street, in Darfield. A group of community garden workers meet on Wednesdays at 9am. All are welcome to join in.

Garden Focus for March: Plant out winter brassicas and spring onions.

Do last plan7ngs of beetroot and carrots.

Prune stone fruit trees at the beginning of a stretch of sunny days.

Manage pests by covering crops, removing dead or decaying plants, or removing the pests themselves.

During his military service, he has been deployed to several countries in peacekeeping duties. In 2008, he enjoyed a six month military chaplaincy exchange to Winchester, in England. He also spent four years at Waiouru, the principal Training Camp for the Army, during his service.

Father Chris was the previous Parish Priest of Hoon Hay and Halswell Parish. He has been a priest for sixteen years. Prior to his ordination, he worked as a motor mechanic for nine years.

Part of his current responsibility is to be the Catholic priest to the Chatham Islands, which he visits periodically.

Several significant projects are happening at St Joseph’s Church. Last year, the carpark around the church was sealed and the cemetery was extended and beautified. This work, especially the restoration of the gates and planting of trees around the cemetery, will also benefit the appearance of Darfield.

During 2021, we hope to make headway in ‘earthquake strengthening’ the church. Like many buildings in the District, St Joseph’s Church requires some structural work to bring it up to the current Building Code.

Both Brian and Chris enjoy living and ministering in the Selwyn Area and hope to be here for several years into the future.

Available for: Landscaping Painting Fencing and more!

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WASTE INCLUDED Servicing Darfield district area!

Please phone Mark on

027 231 1766

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Steve is available to help with Planning & Design Phone: 03 312 4747 Cell: 027 312 4747 Email: summerfieldfencing@xtra.co.nz Web: www.summerfieldfencing.co.nz

LOOKING FOR

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WE CAN START IMMEDIATELY! Clean & tidy workers.

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Call Rini on 027 451 7300

Phone: 0800 720 720 Mobile: 022 069 6183 Email: paul@multi-scape.co.nz Website: www.multi-scape.co.nz Full range of plant available including diggers and trucks

Full Service from start to finish!

INTRODUCTION TO FOOD PRESERVATION WORKSHOP

Thursday 25th February 2021 7pm - 8:30pm, Hororata Community Hall ‘Nourish Community Garden - Darfield’ Community Garden meets Wednesdays 9am-11am at Almond Park, Darfield.

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• Screened/Crushed Rotten Rock • Compacts Like Concrete • Bulk Deliveries - Truck & Trailer • Lifestyle Driveways - Free

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Nik Harrex Phone: 027 432 6243 Email: nikharrex@icloud.com

Malvern bring home the Shirley Dalziel Shield, (Canterbury Country’s tennis equivalent to the Ranfurly Shield). Malvern bet Ellesmere in a close fought battle, which was played at Prebbleton, in cool and blustery conditions on Sunday, February 14th.

Matches were drawn 8 all, but Malvern won on a set count-back 18 - 16.

It was 4 matches even, after the ladies and men’s doubles, with the same result in the mixed.

This is a fantastic result for Malvern, as Ellesmere has held the shield for over two seasons.

Team from L - R: Phil Marsh, Rob Potts, Trevor Chapman, Julie Cockburn, Steve Kingston, Rebecca Turner, Peter Fitzgerald, Lianne O’Brien, Graeme O’Carroll, Michele Reid, Alan Drewett, Sally Pearson and Russell Williams.

Absent: Kerry Noble, Janette Marston and Jo Edwards.

SEPTIC TANK EMPTYING PUMPS SUPPLIED & FITTED GREASE TRAP EMPTYING

Phone: 0800 372 003

Been in the business for over 40 years!

Email: robsonenviro@xtra.co.nz www.robsonenvironmental.co.nz

DAIRY EFFLUENT EXPERTS ALL ANIMAL EFFLUENT SUMPS DRY MUCK SPREADING

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GOLF RESULTS

SPORT NOTICES

SPORT NOTICES

Results 9th February 2021 STROKE & NETT Ladies: Ladies 1st: 90-24-66 1st T Hicks 2nd: 2nd J McLeod 105-36-69 3rd: B Bryant 99-30-69 4th: 4th J Whitaker 98-28-70 Men: 1st: M Adams net66 Men 2nd: G Harris n68 3rd: R Framptonnet71 4th=: J Morten, D Mansbridge net74 Closest to the Pin: Pin N Muir, M Adams Summer Ringers -1st (on Count back): S Gilmour, I McLaughlin, B Bryant net 57

Senior pre-season training has now commenced.

Every Thursday, 6:30pm at Kirwee Rugby Club.

Current and new players most welcome.

For further info contact Head Coach, Andy Pearce 021 050 7016 Advert sponsored by Joe Brankin, Mike Pero Real Estate

Last week three teams of women from Kirwee Bowling Club travelled to Greymouth to take part in the annual West Coast Open Women’s Fours Tournament.

This three-day event has been held every year for 75 years (and the Men’s version for 107)!

People cannot count on fine weather on the Coast and this year play was repeatedly held up by rain, throughout the tournament.

One team had particular success over the first two days, winning four out of their five games, so they qualified to compete in the top group on Thursday. Unfortunately, they were then beaten in a close game against a fellow Malvern team - Oxford, which sent them to the ‘Plate’ competition, where they were subsequently eliminated, by a Blenheim team.

Above: The team that competed in the ‘Plate’ competition.

L - R: Rosie Croft, Marian Galloway, Mabel Knight, Val Watson.

During the first weekend of February, Darfield Gun Club held their monthly shoot. It was a great shoot with challenging wind!

Prizes were awarded for scores over rounds 2 and 3, winners are listed below: A Grade: 1: Kevin Papps

2: Ben Sharp 3: Ron Greatorex B Grade: 1: Warwick Hill 2: Peter Wright 3: Tony Stuart C Grade: 1: Marcel van Leeuwen 2: Tim Pilling 3: Ross Millichamp.

Millichamp

Results 11th February 2021 LGU & PUTTING 18 HOLES: Silver: 1st: J Blatch Silver: Bronze1: 1st: R Pilbrow 74 2nd: M Te Awa Bronze2: Bronze2 1st: F Nimmo 69 2nd: T Craig 3rd=: M Robertson, S Gillespie 5th: H Chamberlain 77 6th: L Patton Putting: Putting J Blatch 27 9 HOLES: 1st: J Jenkins 2nd: 2nd J McDonald 37 3rd: S McDonald Putting: Putting J Jenkins 15

www.kirweerugby.co.nz 76 76 74 75 78 35 41

Results 13th February 2021 STABLEFORD 1st: S McKenzie 46 2nd: B Allison 45 3rd: J Lightfoot 45 4th: J Benn 43 5th: B Souness 43 6th: M Giddens 41 7th: D McKay 40 8th: D McLachlan 40 9th: D Thompson40 10th: K Adams 40 11th: H Dickson 40 12th: J Lightfoot 39 13th: G Oakley 39 14th: D Gibbs 39 15th: 39 16th: S Bailey 39 15th R Bell Closest to the Pins: Pins #3: S Bailey #9: W Watson #13: B Nakhies #17: S Johnstone Ladies Longest Drive: Drive Meg Men’s Longest Drive: Drive S Clark Ladies Longest Putt: Putt C Banks Men’s Longest Putt: Putt J Mangnall Two’s: Two’s W Watson, B Souness, S Johnstone, J Mangnall, B Allison, G Hawker, S Bailey 9 Holes - Stableford: 24 Stableford 1st: H Reid Winner of Mouse Trophy: Trophy Waimate 36.611 Greendale 34.824

Thank you to all our sponsors

Darfield Rugby Club Junior Registra=ons Sunday 21st February, 3pm - 5pm For grades U6 - U16 Come along to our Junior Registration afternoon.

We will be running a boot swap, so bring along those old boots to pass on to those coming up the grades.

Anyone is welcome to attend, if you are unable to make it you are still able to register for the upcoming season via our website www.darfieldrugby.co.nz.

Children must be 5 years old on 1st April 2021 to register for rugby.

Sport Clubs Advertising...

Get the word out about up-coming events & key dates for your Club, by advertising in the Malvern News!

SPORT NOTICES

DARFIELD NETBALL CLUB

REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW! All registrations for the 2021 season to be made online at www.sporty.co.nz/darfieldnetball Taking registrations for: Future Ferns Yr 1 - 4, Yr 5 + players, Senior mid-week & Saturday Social players Winners from the Darfield Gun Club’s February shoot.

L - R: Kevin Papps, Ben Sharp, Ron Greatorex, Tim Pilling, Tony Stuart, Marcel van Leeuwen, Ross Millichamp, Peter Wright and Warwick Hill.

Contact Victoria P: 027 208 0581 E: darfieldnetballclub@gmail.com

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Following from last year’s display at the Darfield Library and the regatta at the Darfield Recreation Centre pond, interested parties are invited to attend a meeting on Saturday 20th February, 2pm at the Darfield Hotel, to form a Model Boat Enthusiast Group.

The Malvern Community Board are hosting monthly drop-in sessions in communities around Malvern. This month, the Board visited Windwhistle to listen to comments and discussion on a wide range of topics and issues related to the Windwhistle, Lake Coleridge and Glenroy communities, as well as the wider Malvern area. Council staff were present to give the technical answers, or to take the questions away for further investigation.

One of the main topics identified was the condition of the gravel roads in the Lake Coleridge area. Specifically Harper Road which is graded six times per year, also the road through to Glenthorne, graded three times per year. Those living in the area would like to see the frequency of grading increased, plus some remedial work on faults such as potholes.

Also identified was a shortage of water in the Harper Hills supply and Council was asked for some forward planning to address this. Staff noted that the volume of water take allowed for, in the current resource consent for this water supply, would need to be increased to address this shortage. Funding has been provided to improve the Dry Acheron supply.

Another item discussed was the feasibility of extending the Council’s rubbish collection route, to the top of Downs Road and to Lake Coleridge, including Windwhistle School. A community meeting is planned to discuss the interest in these extensions.

Appreciation was expressed for the Edge Connector bus service.

Good attendance from the community on the visits was noted.

Community members present expressed their concern for the Council proposal, to remove community committees in their present form, also regarding a lack of consultation and information flow to community committees about this proposal.

It was noted that there is a lack of appreciation and thanks to these community committees for the work that they do. Staff explained that it is increasingly difficult in some areas, to get volunteers for these committees and that Council is prepared to work with sports codes and community groups. Community input would still be asked for but in a different format.

The next community drop-in session will be advertised shortly.

Any member of the Malvern community is welcome to attend to discuss issues and ask questions.

John Morten, Chair, Malvern Community Board.

The biggest ever Kathmandu Coast to Coast in its 39 year history, again provided a financial boost, that many local communities along its iconic route were in need of.

Community groups from Kumara, on the South Islands West Coast, to New Brighton on the East, who all contributed to the successful running of the iconic 3 day event, took home their share of over fifty thousand dollars in donations, as well as further income from their sales and services.

Local school Sheffield Primary, recently opened a new playground all thanks to the donations and money raised from providing delicious food to the competitors and supporters at Klondyke Corner. Principal Nigel Easson said, “the event is the biggest annual fundraiser for the school, with this year’s funds earmarked to go towards a planned music centre and art suite, as well as musical and IT equipment.

“As a small rural school, we wouldn’t be able to achieve all of the extra things we want without fundraising. We are really proud of the relationship we have with the Kathmandu Coast to Coast,” he concluded.

The Famous Sheffield Pie Shop has long been the place for competitors, supporters and officials to meet and eat. Not only on race weekend, but right throughout the summer, as the competitors head into the nearby hills and rivers to train.

“We really look forward to it, it’s manically busy, but financially it’s a great boost and it’s one we can count on every year”, said owner Loretta Paterson.

Paterson “With so many regular competitors, we have had lots of familiar faces come in over the years, as they head up to Goat Pass or out to the Waimakariri to train, but we also get new competitors who come in and say that they’ve been

Saturdays ‘Big Barbecue’ breakfast crew from Springfield School.

Front: Tara Keogh PTA president. Back L - R: Awhena Kihi, Georgina Boyes-Mcintosh, Pam Aldersley, Sonia Wakefield, Emma Stead, Isabella Irsigler and Louise Davis. told they have to call in for a pie. We love hearing that.

“It’s not just us though, the Coast to Coast is great for the whole area, it’s really important to all of the businesses around here,” she concluded.

Some of the community groups who benefit from the relationship between them and the Kathmandu Coast to Coast, include the Lake Brunner, Springfield, Sheffield and West Eyreton Schools, as well as

Marion College and Middleton Grange. Oxford, Malvern and New Brighton Lions, Sheffield Cricket Club, Methven Search and Rescue, Kumara Community Group, Kumara Racecourse, New Brighton Surf Club, Scouting NZ and the Hokitika Cycle Club.

These community groups are very grateful for what the Coast to Coast allows them to achieve with the added funds they receive.

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

MALVERN COLLIE CLUB 111TH ANNUAL TRIALS Will be held on the property of Mr D.A Duncan ‘Springvale’ - Springfield.

Friday 26th & Saturday 27th February 2021 Entries close: 10am Saturday, 27th Feb 2021 BBQ Tea will be available from 4:30pm onwards

DARFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

CASUAL VACANCY FOR AN ELECTED TRUSTEE A casual vacancy has occurred for an elected Parent Representa=ve on the Board of Trustees. The Board has resolved, under Sec=on 105 of the Educa=on Act 1989, to fill the vacancy by selec=on.

If ten percent or more of eligible voters on the school roll ask the Board, within 28 days of this no7ce being published (i.e. by 19 March), to hold a by-elec7on to fill the vacancy, then a by-elec7on will be held.

Know of something newsworthy? We would like to know too...

Please email us details to:

info@malvernnews.co.nz Or call us on 03 318 7450

ANY ELIGIBLE VOTER WHO WISHES TO ASK THE BOARD TO HOLD A BY-ELECTION SHOULD WRITE TO: Sue Robinson, Chairman - Board of Trustees Darfield High School, PO Box 5, DARFIELD 7541 or email jane@darfield.school.nz

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FIREWOOD & COAL

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GREAT VARIETY OF FIREWOOD AVAILABLE FOR THIS WINTER!

Be at the Sheffield Hall on

SUNDAY 21ST FEB

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12 - 3pm DRIVEWAYS

For the community book exchange!

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

Screened rotten-rock, it’s local and lasts better.

Springfield Quarry, please phone 318 4132.

ACCOUNTANTS ARE you wasting your valuable time trying to keep up with your accounts? Call us now for hassle-free accounting, tax and business advice - all right on your doorstep. Sterling Accountants @ Malvern Business Hub, Ann-Maree 021 215 0981.

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

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ALTERATIONS BEV’S Clothing Alterations & Repairs. 6 Snowlea Place, Wilfield, West Melton.

Phone 03 347 0703 or 027 210 4517.

AUTOMOTIVE DARFIELD Automotive. Service & warrant centre. 3D wheel aligner. 7:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday. Your onestop auto shop! Phone 03 318 8113.

FIREWOOD & COAL

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Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

TRY THE HOT MIX! EDpos available.

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Phone Rini

FOR SALE CHURCH NOTICES

Darfield Life Church

CHURCH NOTICES

SUNDAY 21ST FEBRUARY 2021 At 10:30am Steve & Patience Pona Ph: 022 642 5805 17 North Terrace, Darfield

CARPENTER

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Servicing the Selwyn district. $60 per chimney. Phone Rodney on 03 324 2999 and leave a message.

CHIM Chim. We'll sweep your log -burners flue, check the firebricks, baffles, air-tubes and controls. We're experts on coal-ranges, also sweeping CAT WANTED any sized open fire. We quote CAT wanted, 9-18 months. Short and undertake repairs, flue hair, socialised, house trained. extensions and install bird For a pet friendly forever netting. 0800 224 464 home. Phone 021 207 0532.

Members NZHHA. CARPENTER available for next project. Quality tradesman workmanship. Specialising in character homes. For all your building, releveling, gib-stopping and roofing needs. Phone Grant anytime on 021 167 1718.

027 451 7300

OREGON rails (150x40) 4.9m $21.50, 6.1m $28. Macro sleepers $18.50 p/m. Please phone Graeme Knowles 021 613 229.

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

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.

FOR SALE

Malvern Lions have

PEASTRAW AVAILABLE $6 per small bale, delivered.

Medium squares also available!

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PEA STRAW NOW AVAILABLE NEAR DARFIELD!

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NICE TIGHT BALES! • Pick up from the paddock

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Janice Collier Memorial Fund - applications close today Darfield Cricket Club Sponsors’ Day Darfield Recreation Centre Selwyn Beer & Wine Festival Larcomb Vineyard Model Boat Enthusiasts Group Meeting Darfield Hotel Sheffield RFC Mountain Bike Race 981 Dalethorpe Rd, Sheffield Sheffield Free Book Exchange Sheffield Hall DRFC - Junior Registrations Darfield Rugby Club Malvern Community Board Monthly Meeting Darfield Library Coalgate Tavern Pub Quiz (subject to going back to Level 1) Bridge Street, Coalgate ROLLESTON NEWS ADVERTISING DEADLINE, 3rd March Issue Nourish - Introduction to Food Preservation Workshop Hororata Community Hall Bangor Pony Club - AGM Darfield Hotel, Restaurant Entries for the Malvern A&P Show close today 111th Malvern Collie Club Trials (Entries close: 27th Feb) Springvale, Springfield Broken River Open Day (Rain Day - Sun 28th Feb) Broken River Ski Area, SH73 Nourish Autumn Seedling Swap - Darfield Community Garden & 14 Regent Street, Springfield Entries for the Oxford A&P Show close today (late entries will not be excepted)

For details of Account, paddock pick up, or for delivery, please phone Rob on 027 221 2960 EXCAVATION

EXCAVATION

S.I. AGRICULTURAL FIELD DAYS FEATURE - Advertising Deadline, 12th March Issue Rakaia Basin Glacial History Field Trip MALVERN A&P SHOW FEATURE - Advertising Deadline, 19th March Issue Sheffield RFC 125 Years Celebration ticket purchase cut off Hororata Primary School 150th Jubilee Hororata Primary School Malvern A&P Show Sheffield Domain

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Weed spraying, mowing, hedge trimming. General farm/ garden maintenance. Animal health. Sheep transport.

Please phone 027 262 9200.

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EFTPOS available. Call L oc k t i g h t S ec u r i ty o n 021 171 8060.

ROOF MAINTENANCE GENERAL garden maintenance & house maintenance.

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All aspects covered including Domestic hedge trimming, spouting, mortar, tiles, repruning and edging. roofing, roof painting, moss, Please phone Kane on mould & silicone sealing.

027 467 6613.

General repairs. Phone 03 347 6702.

PAINTING & DECORATING ROOF & property services. 2 storey work! Roof leak repairs (incl Butynol), moss control, silicone seal, spouting clean & repairs, spider & fly control, bird proofing, roof painting. All roof & spouting types. Call Arthur’s, 7 days, 03 347 2635, 027 484 7980 or 027 584 7980.

ROOM TO RENT SINGLE lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Internet, sky TV. $170pw. Please phone 027 479 1431 or 318 3660.

SHEEP SHEARING

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Physically fit, class 4 licence an advantage. Please phone 027 222 1632 (no texts).

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ROOFER - Casual posi=on available Small roof & property maintenance company seeking semi-re7red roofer available for on-call, casual work.

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Rod McQuoid - buyer. Ph 027 695 0480 or 0800 030 712.

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Workers Required We are seeking staff with the right attitude for work throughout Canterbury.

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20 hours over 4 days, some 7:30am starts may be required – hours negotiable for the right person.

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EMAIL COLUMN There was an elderly female business execu=ve, who was late for a mee=ng. She is going 65 on a street where the speed limit is 40. A cop pulls her over and says “ma’am, can I please see your license?” She says, “I’m sorry, officer, but I got it revoked two years ago for drunk driving.”

His brow furrows and he straightens up. “Well, can I please see the registra=on of your car?” She says “I stole the car and I killed the driver; he’s in the trunk.”

“Ma’am, DON’T MOVE, I’m calling for backup.”

He muIers furiously into his walkie-talkie… Five minutes later, half the squad pulls up, the Chief of Police walks over to the woman’s window. “Ma’am, can I see your license?” he asks sternly. “Of course, officer,” she smiles demurely and pulls out a license from her purse. He squints warily at it.

“This looks legi=mate,” he mumbles. “Can I see the registra=on to this car?” She pulls it out of the glove compartment and hands it to him. “Ma’am, stand back!”

He bangs open the trunk of the car and flinches: but it was completely empty… The old woman brandishes a finger at the first cop and says accusingly, “And I’ll bet that liar told you I was speeding too!!”