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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Fabulous Opportunity

Birthright Hui Matua

Selwyn Police Report

Mortgage & Insurance Advice

Terrace Downs Award Winner

Racecourse Hill Homestead

Greendale School Colour Run

Bring What You Can

Selwyn Awards

Water Health Check

New Animal Bylaws

End Of Plastic Tags

U3A Update

Nourish Programme

Running Success

Rider Of The Year

Golf Results

Darfield Division 1 Rugby

Rugby Draw

Sport Notices

Malvern Community Board

Save The Date

Public Notices

Classifieds

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Trades

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Email Column

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Although I cannot claim fame to being an All Black or playing for Canterbury, my rugby pedigree extends back some forty seven years. As a young boy starting out for West Melton in their foundation year, moving north to play schoolboy rugby in Kaikoura, south again to play for Lincoln College, abroad to play for Ledbury (England) and home again to play for Glenmark. At the age of thirty two, I limped off the field as a player for the last time and picked up the whistle as a referee in North Canterbury. My first game was a friendly senior match in 1998, in Glenmark and from that moment I was hooked, having been an active member of the Canterbury Rugby Referees Association (CRRA) ever since. Having refereed at the senior level for over eighteen years, I clocked up my 150th Division 1 competition match, on May 15th and my 200th senior match in 2018. It was an honour to tick off my 150th Division 1 match at West Melton, having started playing rugby there as a youngster a lifetime ago. The

presentation of the West Melton and Canterbury Rugby Referees Jerseys, commemorating my 150th game between West Melton and Hampstead was a real privilege. Having my family, including my Dad and grandson at the game was a real treat, as they have all played a big part in supporting me from the sideline over past twenty three years of whistle blowing. I have been fortunate to referee two Ellesmere Division 1 finals, numerous age group finals and was the recipient of the Ellesmere Rugby Sub Union BNZ Trophy for Rugby Personality of the Year, the Ray Henderson Trophy for Rugby Referee Personality of the Year and Ellesmere Rugby Referees Number One Referee, in 2013. As a member of the CRRA, I have been fortunate to referee across the country as part of the inter-change programme. I was selected in 2005, to travel with the Christchurch Old Boys Rugby Team to Argentina, to officiate in the Copa Patagonia Rugby Tournament, involving club sides from New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and Argentina. As a result of my

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Marty Gameson being presented with his Jersey from Daryl Sullivan, from the Ellesmere Rugby Referees Association. performance at this tournament, I was selected to referee the final between the Glenwood Falcons (South Africa) and Sociedad Sportiva (Argentina). In my spare time, I held the position of Convener of the Ellesmere Rugby Referees for four years and Chairman of the CRRA for a further four years, standing down at the end of 2016, after completing my four year tenure. Although I haven’t reached the international or representative heights, that I thought I might

as a referee, I am still proud of the achievements I have ticked off along the way as a grassroots referee. The goals I set myself around numbers of games, the adrenalin fix I get each week from running around the field and my dogged determination to be a successful old man in a young man’s game, still motivates me to pull my boots on each Saturday. Roll on 300 games! Marty Gameson.

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FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY On Saturday, May 8th, TM Dance World had eleven of their Intermediate and Senior dancers perform as part of the halftime entertainment, at the Crusaders and Chiefs rugby final. The girls performed with around 100 other dancers from schools all around Christchurch, along with Drax Project performing live, break dancers, fireworks and much more, it was a very cool halftime show! Epic Entertainment invited the dancers to be a part of this

performance on the Monday before the game, with all the girls quickly saying yes! On Saturday, they all travelled into Christchurch to the stadium for a few hours in the afternoon, to learn the choreography and talk about how the evening would go. The girls all arrived back at the stadium around 6pm, waiting patiently behind the scenes for the first half of the game. Half time started and they were on and off the field in around three

and a half minutes, but what an adrenaline rush! All the dancers scored free tickets to watch the second half of the game, watching the Crusaders’ big win was a fabulous way to end the day! It was such an incredible experience for the girls and they are so grateful to have had the opportunity to be a part of such an epic performance! Alex McGregor, on behalf of TM Dance World.

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HUI MĀTUA (Parents Meeting) Casual catch ups for anybody who wants to connect with parents, access information about parenting and/or find out more about what’s happening in our community.

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TM Dance World dancers. Back L - R: Alex McGregor, Caitlin Smith, Ella Marsh, May Sweeney, Lily Payton, Jaida Banks. Front L - R: Chloe Kilday, Lilly Gilbertson, Neve Molloy, Jemma Dalley, Hannah Molloy.

BIRTHRIGHT HUI MĀTUA Birthright has been a part of the Canterbury community for more than fifty years, with the first Birthright Society formed in 1955, to support and care for the children of women who had lost their husbands in the war. Last year, Birthright in collaboration with Strategies with Kids - Information for Parents (S.K.I.P.) undertook a community-led process to design services to meet the specific needs of families in Selwyn and co-created Hui Mātua - a series of hui (meetings) around the district for anybody wanting to connect

with each other, access support and education opportunities and/or learn more about what’s happening in the community. Each hui has a team of navigators who respond to and support those in need, without discrimination and is underpinned by the core values of manaakitanga, kotahitanga and whanaungatanga. There is no cost, no paperwork and no judgement! People don’t have to live locally or have young children to join, everybody and anybody is welcome to drop in for a cuppa and a chat. Hui Mātua is currently being

held in the Darfield Library on a Monday morning, with the support of Darfield Four Square, Johnny Fresh and Malvern News. Hui Mātua in Glentunnel starts on June 11th, with kai and kōrero focused on Te Ao Māori (the Māori world). For catering purposes please register your interest by contacting Lynette - 020 419 64801 Ben - 027 353 2774. For more details or locations of other hui in the district see advertisement alongside.

HUI MĀTUA IS KINDLY SUPPORTED BY: Birthright Canterbury, Te Pūtahitanga o Te Waipounamu, Rotary New Zealand, Selwyn Libraries, Rolleston New World, Lincoln New World, Leeston Grocer, Four Square Darfield, Johnny Fresh and Malvern News.

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SELWYN POLICE REPORT

With it getting dark earlier in the evenings we are starting to see an increase in burglaries to rural sheds. Over the last couple of weeks, we have had several farmers sheds and outbuildings being targeted by thieves. Offenders have been stealing pumps, chainsaw, tools, electric fence units, as well as petrol and diesel. This is a perfect time for farmers to check their security. There are some really good security cameras and alarms on the market at present, designed for rural settings. Remember to keep note of serial numbers of electrical items and quad bikes etc. Crime prevention in rural areas is most effective when it involves a partnership between rural people, Police, local authorities and organisations. In Selwyn we are incredibly lucky to have very strong Community Patrols set up and they are always on the lookout for more people. Contact your local Police if you’re keen to become involved. Some points to remember are: • Police can and will respond to rural crime. • Keep in mind, police may need to travel long distances to get to you. • Call 111 when you need immediate help with a life threatening or time critical emergency. • Some emergencies will need more than one service (Fire, Ambulance and Police). Ask for the service which is

needed most urgently. All emergency services have links to each other and the first service called will notify the other services if they are required. • For non-urgent situations, call 105 or visit your local police station. If there’s no immediate danger or the incident happened a while ago then it’s probably not an emergency. If you can't decide if it’s a real emergency and you’re still worried, call 111 and ask us. We’ll help you work out what to do. Keep records: • Clearly tag animals and keep accurate stock and produce records. Remember to lock all rural buildings, houses and sheds etc. • You should have a detailed inventory of all personal valuables as well as household and business equipment, including model, serial numbers and inscription, as well as any other identifying features. Report all instances of crime even when a police response is not necessary: • Police need to know the pattern of crime in an area. You can help police by reporting all instances of suspicious behaviour or crime. It helps Police to know who is in the community or if there is a pattern of crime developing in an area that needs further investigation. It also helps us to decide if the rest of the community should be alerted too.

Be organised, discuss and prepare: • Rural Selwyn has a reputation for having tight-knit supportive communities. You can help keep safe by knowing your neighbours, exchanging contact phone numbers and keeping those numbers handy. Discuss what you could do to alert or assist each other in an emergency. It’s also a good idea to let neighbours know if you’re going on holiday or leaving your home overnight. Reduce the risk of becoming a victim of crime by taking precautions: • If you live on a farm and are leaving the house to investigate something untoward, ensure someone knows where you’re going. Include as much detail as possible about what you’re checking and how long you expect it to take. This could involve phoning the police or your neighbour, waiting for a neighbour to join you and taking a mobile phone or handheld radio with you. • Reduce risk by taking notice of who is out and about. Talk to them (particularly if they aren’t locals), lock your house, remove keys, close access gates (particularly to your driveway/house). Keep an eye on each other’s property and stay safe. Senior Sergeant Dean Harker, Area Response Manager for Selwyn.

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Resort General Manager, Andrew Bell. Bell Terrace Downs Resort reopened as a CPG Hotels property in March 2021, after being closed for one year. CPG Hotels will look at further

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RACECOURSE HILL OPEN DAY On Su nd ay 16 th May, Racecourse Hill Homestead opened their gorgeous gardens for the first time in years, to help raise funds for a very worthy cause. The owner of Racecourse Hill, Denver Glass and the rest of team would like to thank those who attended the event, helping raise vital funds for the Breast Cancer Society. We would like to acknowledge that you all helped raise $3,314.40 for those needing support. While handing out pink ribbons and chatting with guests, event organiser Rhyannon Gregg, Gregg was shocked at how many people visiting had dealt with breast cancer themselves, either in person or through supportive means. This highlights that if and when we can, we should help others who are fighting these battles, as well as raising awareness. There are a large number of people battling breast cancer in our country and early detection is key in being able to beat it, so please do get checked! It was also very interesting to

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Crowds attending the Racecourse Hill Homestead Open Day. hear the conversation amongst visitors about when and who occupied the property in past times, along with stories of those who visited the grounds at a younger age. It was very pleasing to hear that so many people were excited to finally see the Homestead grounds, after having only had small glimpses

through the trees while passing by. We would like to thank you all for the lovely comments about the historical venue and look forward to seeing you in the spring time. Rhyannon Gregg. Follow us on Facebook at ‘Racecourse Hill Homestead and Wedding Venue’.

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GREENDALE SCHOOL COLOUR RUN Greendale School and PTA held their inaugural crazy Colour Fun Run on Sunday, May 16th. Our Year 6 students planned an incredibly fun course for our family, friends and community to come and tackle together. Students, siblings and parents joined in the giant obstacle course around the Greendale Domain. Exstudents, teachers and parents were spread around the course, squirting paint over the participants as they maneuvered hay bales, tyres, hurdles, sacks, as well as a water slide. Crystal Clears water truck provided water for the slide, while the PTA cooked on the Southfuels barbeque. When the paint ran out the run

was over. Participants were treated to luxurious Puhoi Valley milk to finish with. We would like to thank all the whanau who helped set up the course, including families who joined us from Windwhistle, Sheffield and Lincoln. This event was raising

money for our school and community swimming pool development. Thanks also goes to Jayde Mayberry for her support in this fundraising project. Carey-Anne Whitaker, Greendale School Principal.

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Participants enjoying the Greendale School and PTA Colour Run.

BRING WHAT YOU CAN Bayleys Canterbury are currently running a community initiative called ‘Bring What You Can’, in conjunction with the Canterbury Crusaders, to support those who seek help through the Christchurch City Mission. Increasing numbers of Cantabrian’s don’t have enough food and are forced to seek support. If anyone is in a position to donate cans or non-perishable food items, they can be dropped off at Bayleys Offices, Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg’s Electorate Office or the Malvern News Office, until the end of May. Let’s collect as many cans as possible to help those in need! For more info about ‘Bring What You Can’ visit: www.bringwhatyoucan.co.nz

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Items collected from Darfield High School students. Back L - R: Adrienne Goodeve from Bayleys, DHS students Abigail Cullen and Tayla Weaver, with Emma Groom and Jo McIntosh from Bayleys. Front L - R: DHS students, Tyler Bartlett, Levi Docherty and Toby Thwaites.

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AWARDS BACK TO CELEBRATE SELWYN The Selwyn Awards are back in 2021, to showcase all that is great about our district. The Council-run awards recognise outstanding work and achievements of businesses, not-for-profit organisations and individuals, who live or work within the Selwyn District. This year the awards will be presented by Iport and the Council gratefully acknowledges all sponsors, without whom the awards would not be possible. Nominations for the 2021 awards are open until Friday, June 11th. The Awards, which were delayed last year due to Covid-19, are a celebration of excellence and inspirational accomplishments, presented during a gala evening at the Lincoln Event Centre, featuring awards presentations and dinner, as well as live entertainment. Local Mayor Sam Broughton commented, “it’s great to see the Awards back, to give another opportunity to celebrate the success of people who contribute so much to our district.” “Selwyn has a fantastic mix of diverse people and

organisations involved in building our community, through the jobs they create, the businesses they operate, their voluntary contribution and beyond. It’s awesome to be able to celebrate again and to thank those people, as well as highlight some of the examples of how they continue to make Selwyn such a good place to live,” Sam concluded. The Awards have been given a fresh feel this year, with changes to encourage participation, highlight some of the areas of particular excellence and enhance the gala evening. The categories have been updated and the criteria adjusted. Awards will now be based on a points system, which will allow for multiple gold, silver and bronze winners in each category, along with an overall category winner. Businesses and groups will be able to enter themselves for awards as well, rather than needing to be nominated by someone else. “The Awards dinner to be held in July will also include further enhancements to

recognise excellence, putting on a celebration to take the Awards to a whole new level,” Council Group Manager Community Services, Denise Kidd said. “The Selwyn Awards is a fantastic way to recognise the great work of so many people in our area and it’s become an important night on people’s calendars. We want to make sure that we’re continuing to provide a fitting celebration of this community. We are looking forward to a really good night at this year’s Awards,” Denise concluded. 2018 Selwyn Awards winners: • People’s Choice: Courtney Forrest • Arts, Culture and Heritage: Church Property Trustees • Community Services: Chris Allen • Environmental: Lesley Barlow and Stephen Clarke • Innovation Excellence: Plastic Straws Suck • Large Business: Eurofins ELS • Small Business: Busy Bumbles LTD • Sports: Selwyn Sports Trust • Tourism: Hororata Night Glow • Young Achiever: Caelan Thomas.

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Almost 100 people were given an indication of nitrate levels in their drinking water at Darfield Library earlier this month. The Selwyn Waihora Water Zone Committee hosted the nitrate testing sessions, in an effort to raise awareness of people’s need to test their private water sources. Residents brought in bottles of tap water drawn from their private well, which were tested by an Environment Canterbury scientist using an optical sensor, returning a nitrate concentration number. The Ministry of Health has set the Maximum Acceptable Value for nitrate in drinking water at 11.3 mg/L. Scientists were on hand to explain the results and discuss testing regimens, as well as ways to keep wellheads safe. Nitrate is just one risk factors in people’s water supplies, pathogens such as E. coli can also enter water sources, which

is why regular testing at a laboratory is important to protecting a private water source. Important information people need to know to: Testing private wells is the owner’s responsibility. It should be undertaken at least four times per year for E. coli, as well as annually for nitrate. • Environment Canterbury have produced a brochure with practical information about how to protect their wellhead. • Canterbury has some of the best drinking water in the world, but no water supply is •

completely without risk. People can find detailed information on New Zealand’s drinking water standards on the Ministry of Health website. • Environment Canterbury have also published a detailed look into nitrate in our waterways, what it means and how it can affect people, which can also be found on the Ministry of Health website. • Finally, the Listed Land Use Register is a publicly available database, where people can check the historical use of land to understand contamination risks. •

NEW ANIMAL BYLAWS The new rules on ‘Keeping Animals, Poultry and Bees Bylaw’ was adopted by the Selwyn District Council at their meeting on Wednesday, May 12th, setting out the rules on keeping domesticated animals including cats in urban areas. The bylaw aims to protect the public from nuisance, as well as addressing public health and safety issues, including controls previously contained in the Selwyn District Plan. The new rules will come into effect on July 1st, 2021, except the rules for cats, which will come into force a year later. From July 1st, 2022, all cats in Selwyn over four months of age will need to be microchipped. This makes Selwyn the fourth Council in the country to require microchipping of cats. The decision to include the microchipping requirement was made following the strong support received during public consultation.

The new bylaw also sets rules on the numbers of hives and poultry allowed, including where and how they can be housed. It covers issues such as nuisance, including odour and noise, which will allow the Council to investigate and act on nuisance complaints relating to animals. Other controls for keeping animals in urban areas include: Having lambs under six months, a limited number of poultry and no more than two beehives are allowed on urban properties. However, exemptions will be considered for more hives on properties greater than 1,500 square metres, or located next to a reserve or rural land. Only up to twelve poultry are allowed, but no roosters or peacocks. A copy of the bylaw, together with an initial information sheet, can be found at www.selwyn.govt.nz/ animalsbylaw

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END OF PLASTIC TAGS Plastic dog tags are set to become a thing of the past in Selwyn, following the introduction of a New Zealand first, metal ‘One Tag’ for this year’s dog registrations. Selwyn District Council is joining Wellington City Council and Hutt City Council as the first Councils in New Zealand, to introduce the metal tags designed to last a dog’s lifetime. The One Tag initiative is being introduced with the aim of reducing the amount of plastic waste going to the district’s landfills. Dog owners will still need to pay their annual registration fees, but they can keep using the same tag as long as they live in their Council’s jurisdiction. Dog registration can be paid online once a dog is registered in the Selwyn system, saving on paper waste. The One Tag is lightweight, yet durable and comes in two round sizes, 25mm and 35mm. The Selwyn tags will be blue, with the back of the tag blank so

owners can get it engraved with their dog’s name or their contact details if they wish, at their own cost. There are over 15,000 registered dogs in Selwyn, with around 70 new dogs coming into the district each month. The One Tag will support dog owners and the environment, said Council Group Manager Environmental and Regulatory Services, Tim Harris. Harris “We’re always looking for new ways to make things easier for our dog owners and to do better as kaitiaki of our environment here in Selwyn. Selwyn people love their dogs, we have one of the highest ownerships of dogs in the country and as one of the fastest growing districts, our dog numbers are continuing to increase all the time. The One Tag will save our dog owners the hassle of getting a new tag each year and prevents 15,000 plus tags being thrown away,” Tim concluded. Under the Dog Control Act

1996, all dogs are legally required to be registered by the a g e of t h r e e mo nt h s . Registrations are due on July 1st each year, owners of unregistered dogs may be charged an infringement fee of $300. Animal Control officers will be able to access registration records remotely when they are out on patrol, to check whether a dog is currently registered.

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U3A UPDATE At the U3A Malvern meeting on May 14th, Nicholas Myers, Myers ANZ Branch Manager at Rolleston educated members with a highly informative lecture about scams and fraud. Nicholas began by saying, “Being aware of your safety when walking down a dark street at night to protect yourself is just the same as with fraud and scams, you must be aware of the problems and how to protect yourself.” A new study has shown a tidal wave of scams hitting New Zealand. Cyber scams and fraud are up by 20%. Romance scams are the most commonly seen scams by banks. With people become emotionally involved and it’s hard to rationalise with them that they are being scammed. The bank will check whether a relationship is legitimate. Online relationships work at a fast rate and scammers want you to make a speedy irresponsible response and not talk with others about it. “But you must talk with others and check online,” Nicholas added. Other scams include, identity fraud, paying for a prize claim, investment scams and social

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RUNNING SUCCESS

Big enough to do the job, small enough to care!

INTRODUCTION TO SEED SAVING For some gardeners, seed saving is the lost piece in the puzzle. When we save our own seed we close the loop of sowing, growing, seed saving, then back to sowing again. Saving your own seed is not as hard as you might think. Come and learn the basics…. The reasons why we save seeds. How to select plants for seed saving. Which vegetable plants are easy to save seed from, as well as which ones to avoid. Factors that affect seed set such as pollination, timing and nutrition. Collecting, drying, cleaning, and storing seed. How long seeds keep.

Join our Facebook page: ‘Nourish Community Garden Darfield’ The Community Garden and Pantry are located at Almond Park, Russell Street, Darfield. A group of community garden workers meet on Wednesdays at 9am. All are welcome to join in.

The Canterbury Secondary Schools’ Road Race Championships were held at North Hagley Park, on 11th May. Darfield High School students that attended gave it their absolute best effort, despite the warm 26 degree weather and tough competition. Nathan Carter had a fantastic day winning the Para 2km race. He had a strong run right from the start, sitting in behind a few competitors that sprinted from the get go, he overtook them as he maintained a strong steady pace. Nathan currently runs for Papanui TocH Athletics Club, with his running season just having started. Currently he is training for his final New Zealand Secondary Schools’ Cross Country Championship race, which will be held at the Hawera A & P Showgrounds, on June 19th. This event will provide runners with a taste of an ‘old-school’ cross country course, with plenty of challenges, as well as a stunning view of Mount Taranaki. “Para athletes usually run a 2km cross country race, but this year Nathan is running the 6km race alongside his mainstream peers, with the top senior

runners in the country. It is not about winning the race that matters to Nathan, it’s the fact he is able to run with his mainstream peers of the same age,” commented Nathan’s proud mum, Bridget Carter. Carter “He really enjoys running and we are so proud of his determination, as well as his motivation,” Bridget concluded. DHS competitors results: Para - 2km: 1st Nathan Carter, 7.33mins Year 9 Girls - 3km: 46th B Ebdon-Collings, 16.31mins U16 Boys - 3km: 22nd Cam Waters, 11.22mins

Nathan Carter from DHS was the winner of the Para 2km race at the recent Canterbury Secondary Schools’ Road Race.

RIDER OF THE YEAR

GARDEN FOCUS FOR JUNE: Protect leafy greens from hungry birds with bird netting and/or frost cloth. Frost protect cauliflowers, green cabbage, celery, and silverbeet. Finish a garden tidy-up: cut back seed heads of herbs and flowers. Prune summer producing raspberries, black and red currants, gooseberries, and berry vines. If sunny weather is forecast you can start pruning apples and pears. Water the garden well before laying compost and mulch.

INTRODUCTION TO SEED SAVING Thursday 27th May 2021 From 7:30pm - 9pm, at Darﬁeld BapHst Church (15 Greendale Road, Darﬁeld) ‘Nourish Community Garden - Darfield’ Community Garden meets Wednesdays 9-11am at Almond Park, Darfield.

Senior Girls - 3km: 9th Emily Waters, 11.20mins 18th Isla McPherson, 12.12mins 28th Emily Morrison, 13.03mins 34th Zara McLean, 14.01mins Senior Boys - 4km: 33rd Matt Ashworth, 15.47mins.

GOLF RESULTS

Results 11th May 2021 LGU & PUTTING 0-18.4: 1st: N Muir 79-8-71 18.4 18.51st: T Hicks 97-22-75 18.5-25.2: 25.2 2nd: J Whitaker 99-23-76 25.625.6-3434-0: 1st: P Pearce 104-28-76 2nd: L Palmer 102-30-72 Men’s Stableford: Stableford: 1st: J Hicks 35 2nd: 2nd D Mansbridge 34 3rd: M Wills 34 Closest to the Pin: Pin: J Whitaker & M Wills Saturday Ladies: Ladies 1st: J Wilson 87-20-67 2nd: D Annan 90-21-69 3rd: C Thorne 100-30-70 Results 14th May 2021 AMBROSE 1st: R Marsh / A Clucas 28 2nd: C Tomlin / J Donald 30 3rd: N Muir / J McLeod 31 4th=: H Richards / P Pearce B & Rob Morton 32.5 Results 15th May 2021 NETT ROUND Best Gross: M Weatherly 66 Gross Closest to the Pins: Pins #6: N Penney #11: B Marshall #14: D Annan #17: B Marshall 1st: M Weatherly66 2nd: S Edwards 68 3rd: B Mengel 69 4th=: B Marshall, D Annan, I McLaughlin, K Hicks 71 5th: N Muir 72 6th: S Deverell 73 Results 16th May 2021 SUNDAY FUNDRAISER STABLEFORD 1st: A Hogg 27 2nd: 2nd C Stevenson 26 3rd: A Kenworthy 25 4th=: M Wright, I Palmer 24 6th: G Stevenson 23

Results 15th May 2021 STROKE ROUND 1st: P Baldwin 70 2nd: S Roulston 3rd: S Hygate 70 4th: T Doyle 5th: J Bowden 72 6th: R Ford 7th: C Faithful 72 8th: G Hessey 9th: D McKay 72 Closest to the Pins: Pins #3: J Lewis #9: T Doyle #13: P Baldwin #17: J Camp Men’s Longest Drive: Drive T Doyle Ladies Longest Drive: Drive D MacDonald Men’s Longest Putt: Putt S Lloyd Ladies Longest Putt: Putt S Baldwin Two’s: Two’s J Camp (x2), S Hygate 9 Holes - Stableford: Stableford 1st: M Kikstra

70 71 72 72

Thank you to all our sponsors

Local motocross rider Hamish Macdonald has just been named the Motorcycle New Zealand (MNZ) 2021 Male Rider of the Year award. He is currently based overseas competing, with some fantastic results. These bi-annual awards celebrate the achievements of the most outstanding riders in, and contributors to, motorcycle sport in this country. The awards are open to both amateur and professional athletes, that have excelled in motorcycle sport throughout the nomination period, whether that be internationally, nationally, or regionally.

Results 13th May 2021 WOMENS GOLF - LGU & PUTTING 18 HOLES - Silver: Silver 1st: L Anderson 74 2nd: B Thompson 81 Bronze I: 1st: T Craig 74 2nd=: W Mehrtens, J Blatch 76 4th: K Battersby 77 Bronze II: II 1st: M Robertson72 2nd: L Patton 75 3rd: S King 76 4th: V McKenzie 78 Putting: Putting P Rivers 28 9 HOLES: 1st: S Farrar 39 2nd: 2nd C McDonald40 3rd: S McDonald 41 Putting: S Farrar 14

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SPORT NOTICES

DIVISION 1 RUGBY REPORT Last Saturday saw all three Darfield senior sides head down to Springston to play. Thankfully, the weather forecast from earlier in the week didn't prevail, which saw a good firm track and fine weather as the order of the day instead. The Division 1 side knew that this game was going to be their toughest challenge so far this season, preparing throughout the week accordingly. With an added incentive of this being Haigh Jebson’s Jebson 50th game for the Division 1 team.

Haigh Jebson, played his 50th Division 1 game on May15th. However, the plan did not start well, with Springston coming out of the gate fired up, placing Darfield under immediate pressure. Which showed shortly after with their fullback scoring in the corner after only three minutes. The somewhat shellshocked Darfield side hoped to regain some possession at the restart, but Springston again began to attack, adding a further try five minutes later. Darfield down 12-0 with not even ten minutes played yet. Any chance of building pressure with sustained possession was frittered away through poor ball security, as well as some uncharacteristic handling errors. With Springston able to add a further penalty goal to lead 15-0 after 25 minutes, Darfield slowly began to get themselves back in the game, helped by a couple of penalties they found themselves inside the Springston 22. A good lineout take and the subsequent forward drive, saw Ged Roessink dive over to finally open Darfield’s account. During the remainder of this half no further points were added, so Springston went into the

break, up 15-7. The discussion during the break was to value ball security, hold possession and build pressure to work our way back into the game. However, the second half got off to the worst possible start, with Darfield losing the ball once again due to poor handling, allowing one of Springston’s locks to scoop it up and gallop away to score an easy converted try. Score 22-7 after only two minutes of play. Despite the score line the belief was there, so they set about chipping away to get back into the game. A penalty goal on the 55 minute mark being the beginning of this. Once again, the bench proved its weight in gold with the players coming on and lifting both the tempo and intensity of the game. Once such player being, club stalwart Scott McIlroy, McIlroy who gained numerous metres while carrying the ball, being rewarded with a try just after the 60 minute mark, the deficit now being only 5 points. Starting prop Colin Payne, Payne continued his strong game, crossing the line with 10 minutes to play, Darfield had the momentum and the lead at 24-22. Shortly after the restart, poor discipline allowed Springston to regain the lead with a penalty goal. 25-24 with under five minutes to play. Darfield regained the ball at the restart and began to pressure the Springston defence, finally getting their own successful penalty shot. 27-25 with less than two minutes remaining. No fairy tale would ensue however, with Darfield opting to maintain the ball inside their own 40 metre mark and wind down the clock. Conceding a penalty on what would have been the final carry of the game. Springston duly slotting the kick and winning 28-27. Well done to the Division 2's reversing our result and kicking a penalty on fulltime to beat Springston 30-27, Colts going down to a strong Springston side 62-12. Saturday, May 22nd, sees Darfield hosting its Club Day, with Division 1 and Division 2,

both taking on unbeaten Southbridge sides and the Colts taking on Glenmark.

SPORT NOTICES

Wednesday 2nd June At 7pm - in the Bowling Clubrooms

Bodie Hawkins, Division 1 Manager.

(Clinton Street, Darfield) New members most welcome!

RUGBY DRAW

Contact Robert Ireland, Secretary 318 8649

Ellesmere Rugby Draw 22nd May 2021 (Please note the draw is subject to changes) Division 1 - Pool A Darfield v Sthbridge 2:45pm Darfield 1 Hornby v Springston 2:45pm Denton Oval Hampstead v Rakaia 2:45pm Hampstead West Melton Bye Division 2: Darfield v Sthbridge 1:00pm Darfield 1 Lincoln v Kirwee 1:00pm Lincoln 1 BDI v Waihora 2:30pm Dunsandel Division 3: Kirwee v Leeston 7pm Friday Kirwee Combined Colts: Darfield v Glenmark 1:00pm Darfield 2 Ashley v W/Melton 1:00pm Ashley Hampstead v BDI 1:15pm Hampstead Under 18: Oxford v Mackenzie 1:00pm Oxford Timaru 2nd XV v Sth/Dun 1:00pm P/Point Under 16: W/Melton v Waihora 12noon W/Mel 1 Mid Can v BDI 1:15pm Tinwald Under 14.5: Darfield v Rolleston 11:30am Darfield 2 W/Melton v Mid Can 10:30am W/Mel 1 Under 13: Darfield v Springston 12noon Darfield 3 West Melton bye Under 12: Darfield v Rolleston 11:00am Darfield 3 Lincoln v Sheffield 11:00am Lincoln 4 West Melton bye Under 11: Kirwee v W/Mel 10:30noon Kirwee 3 Selwyn v Rolleston 10:30am Glentunnel W/Melton v Leeston 10:50am W/Mel 4 Roll Wasps v BDI 11:40am Foster Park Darfield v Roll Wolves 12:15pm Darfield 4 Under 10: Kirwee v Sheffield 6pm Friday Kirwee W/Mel Blue v Roll Gold 10:15am W/Mel 5 Darfield v Leeston 11:15am Darfield 4 Roll Black v BDI 11:15am Foster Park Selwyn v Roll White 11:30am Glentunnel Under 9: Kirwee v W/Mel Blue 9:30am Kirwee 3 BDI v Roll White 10:30am Dunsandel W/Mel Gold v Roll Blk 9:50am W/Melton 4 Darfield v Sthbridge 10:15am Darfield 4 Under 8: Kirwee v Sheffield 6pm Friday Kirwee W/Mel Blue v Leeston 9:15am W/Mel 5 Darfield v Sthbridge 9:15am Darfield 4 Roll Blk v Selwyn 10:45am Foster Park Roll Gold v BDI 10:15am Foster Park Under 7: Lincoln v BDI 9:15am Lincoln W/Mel Gold v Roll Blk 9:00am W/Mel 4 Darfield v Selwyn 9:50am Darfield 2b Roll Red v Kirwee 9:50am Foster Park Under 6: Roll v W/Mel Blue 9:00am Foster Park Darf Blue v Darf Red 9:00am Darfield 2a Roll Red v W/Mel Gold 9:00am Foster Park Sheffield v Selwyn 9:15am Sheffield 2a BDI v Kirwee 9:30am Dunsandel

SPORT NOTICES

THIS WEEK’S GAMES FRIDAY:

Div 3 v Leeston - 7pm, at Kirwee FIRST EVER GAME PLAYED UNDER LIGHTS!

SATURDAY: Div 2 v Lincoln - 1pm, at Lincoln Please contact: Club Captain, Toby Messerer Phone: 021 151 0963.

www.kirweerugby.co.nz

SELWYN RUGBY CLUB We would like to thank the Sponsors and Supporters of our Club for this year! • Gary French • Grant McCarron • Hamish and Janet Redfern • High Peak Station • Joe Stewart • John Jebson • Josh Broughton • Julia Deans • Kyle Hughes • Lake Coleridge Station STOCK DRIVE DONATORS: • Phil Shaw • Alex Hancock • Quartz Hill • Andy Stewart • Rockwood Farm • Anthony Dalzell • Scarlett Farm Partnership • Ben Rich • Southern Pastures Ltd • Campbell Tuer • Steventon Farm • Canterbury Grasslands • TJL Farming Ltd • Chris Thwaites • Dairy Holdings (Linton Farm) • Tom Plunkett • Westmere Co 2007 Ltd • Fraser King Also a special thanks to Noel & Family from Glentunnel Holiday Park, who have continually supported the Club for many years. Enjoy your retirement!

OUR VALUED SPONSORS: • ANZCO • Ellesmere Transport • Glentunnel Holiday Park • Grasslands • Phase 2 Construction • Power Up Lubricants • Windwhistle Pastoral

Darfield Rugby Club SATURDAY 22ND MAY 2021 Come on down to the Darﬁeld Rugby Club & enjoy watching all of our Senior & Junior teams playing at home! - THE FIRST GAME STARTS AT 9AM There will be food & hot drinks available to purchase throughout the day, along with refreshments in the Clubrooms from 1pm un l late!

All supporters & sponsors are welcome!

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PUBLIC NOTICES

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Gardener, William Desmond (Des) Always in our hearts!

The Malvern Community Board is hosting monthly drop-in sessions in communities around Malvern. This month, the Board visited Sheffield to listen to comments and discussion on a wide range of topics and issues related to the Sheffield, Waddington and the wider community. Council staff were present to give the technical answers, or to take the questions away for further investigation. The amount of roadside rubbish in the Sheffield township and around the Reserve was noted and residents recently held a ‘clean-up’ day, collecting a significant amount. A community social group has recently been formed with an initial membership of around twenty five people. The main aim of this group is to bring the Sheffield/Waddington community together. Some of the activities include a biking group, a community website, a wombles group to collect roadside rubbish and a bus shelter project, to install shelters in Sheffield and Waddington. Suggestions for Waddington projects included welcome signage, signage to mark the site of the former train station, as well as a play area. The construction by the community, of a temporary mountain bike track in the Reserve was discussed and Council will assist with a safety check and access to a bike track designer. The use of the old bowling green site in the Reserve for community activities, such as a ‘have-ago day’, car boot sale and a Christmas Picnic is also planned. THE NEXT COMMUNITY Any member of the Malvern DROP-IN SESSION community is welcome to Will be held on... attend to discuss issues and ask questions.

Monday 14th June 2021

John Morten - Chair, Malvern Community Board.

The time and location of this session will be advertised shortly. Any member of the Malvern Community is welcome to attend!

Important events coming up to keep in your diary APRIL: • 30Apr-27May

Texture & Form Art Exhibition

Te Huanui Gallery, Darfield

7pm 9am 1pm 7pm 7:30pm 4pm 10am 7:30pm 9:30am

Kirwee RFC - Div3 v Leeston (First game ever under lights!) Darfield Rugby Club - Club Day Kirwee RFC - Div2 v Lincoln Caitlin Smith’s Imaginary Band - Live Performance Halkett Hall - Final Curtain Call Get Together Malvern Community Board May Meeting Craft ‘n’ Cuppa Group Nourish Programme - Introduction to seed saving Kirwee Bowling Club AGM Winter Feed Competition - entries close today

Kirwee Rugby Grounds Darfield Rugby Club Lincoln Trinity Church, Darfield Halkett Hall Darfield Library Darfield Baptist Church Darfield Baptist Church Kirwee Bowling Clubhouse

7pm 8pm

Darfield Bowling Club AGM DHS Ex-Students Association - Special General Meeting Winter Feed Competition - Judging & Prizegiving - 3rd, 7pm Tickets are on Sale for Selwyn Awards 2021 today Selwyn Awards 2021 Applications Close today Black Tie Event - Kirwee Netball & Rugby Fundraiser Malvern Community Board Drop-in Session Friends of Kirwee Model School AGM

Darfield Bowling Clubrooms Darfield High School Coalgate Tavern

MAY: • 21st May • 22nd May • 22nd May • 22nd May • 22nd May • 24th May • 27th May • 27th May • 29th May • 31st May

Belle and family wish to sincerely acknowledge those who sent ﬂowers, cards, messages and baking following the recent loss of Des. We would also like to thank the many people who attended Des' funeral and are so grateful for all of the love and support we have received during this incredibly sad time. Special thanks to Dr Ben Hindson, Oncology at Christchurch Hospital, Rolleston Central Health, Traysea at Lamb & Hayward and David Rogers for their care of Des. Thank you also to the voluntary ﬁre brigade, St Johns ambulance for your kindness and care at Des' passing. Please accept this acknowledgement as an expression our deepest thanks!

PUBLIC NOTICES

Thursday 27th May, 10am - 12noon At Darfield Baptist Church Come and join a friendly bunch of locals who gather for a chat while learning a simple craft each fortnight, or bring your own project.

$2.00 donation covers costs (Most equipment is supplied)

Phone Kass 021 051 5606

Friends of Kirwee Model School

AGM MONDAY 21ST JUNE, 6:30PM To be held at Kirwee Model School

EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Come along, get involved & make a difference!

HALKETT HALL The Final Curtain Call! The council has decided to demolish Halke:’s old school hall, which has stood on it’s site for 63 years. Let’s give it a good send oﬀ with a get together on...

SATURDAY MAY 22ND - FROM 7.30PM ONWARDS Supper, along with some refreshments will be provided. For catering purposes, approximate numbers would be helpful, if possible please RSVP by Friday May 21st, by text or phone to: Penny 027 212 2859 or Gwenda 027 668 9839. We look forward to seeing as many past and present Halkett friends as possible for a good shin dig!

JUNE: • 2nd June • 2nd June • 2&3 June • 7th June • 11th June • 12th June

7pm

• 14th June • 21st June

6:30pm

JULY: • 31st July

Selwyn Awards 2021 Gala Dinner

We are planning to run a

Winter Warmth Feature in an up-coming Malvern News issue...

Kirwee Community Hall Venue TBC Kirwee Model School

This will include advertising for all things to keep warm during winter! If you are interested in being included, please get in touch for further information or to save a space! (Date is yet to be determined) 03 318 7450  info@malvernnews.co.nz

Friday 21st May 2021 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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Henderson, Kelvan Brian (Rusty) Wendy, Luke and Jess would like to thank everyone, especially our amazing family and friends for the sympathy, kindness and wonderful support given to us during this sad time of Rusty’s passing... For all the meals, baking, ﬂowers, gifts, kind words, heartfelt cards & messages and to everyone who joined us at Rusty’s funeral, we thank you all so very much! Please accept this personal acknowledgement of our deepest gratitude and thanks to everyone who has supported us over the past few weeks.

CHIMNEY CLEANING

DRIVEWAYS

GARDENING

CARRS Chimney Cleaning. 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 any sized open fire. We quote and undertake repairs, flue extensions and install bird netting. 0800 224 464 Members NZHHA.

LIFESTYLE, LIFESTYLE farm tracks, yards and dairy lanes our speciality. Screned rotten-rock, it’s local and lasts better. Springfield Quarry phone 318 4132.

GENERAL garden maintenance in Darfield area. Domestic hedge trimming, pruning & edging. Please phone Kane 027 467 6613.

FOR SALE

HEALTH

CHIHUAHUA puppy for sale. Well ALTERNATIVE pain solutions handled female. Very loving. with FSM (Frequency Specific Born 15th February 2021. Microcurrent). All natural, $850. Phone 03 366 6256. safe and non-invasive. Gentle POINT of lay hyline/shavers enough for children, powerful pullets for sale. Please phone enough for athletes. Fully 021 863 158. certified with 20 years WOOD shavings - untreated, experience. For more info, clean shavings suitable for please call 03 343 4334 horse stables, calving sheds, or see my website: www.westmeltonwellness.co.nz chicken houses and rabbit hutches. Available in 70L bags, 1m 3 bales LEASE LAND WANTED (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 03 344 1676 for more details.

AUTOMOTIVE ACCOUNTANTS ARE you wasting your DARFIELD Automotive. Service valuable time trying to & warrant centre. 3D wheel CLEANING keep up with your accounts? aligner. 7:30am - 5:30pm, Call us now for hassle-free Monday - Friday. Your one- CARPET /Window Cleaning. accounting, tax and business stop auto shop! Phone Thorough job, good price, advice - all right on 03 318 8113. quick drying. Highly your doorstep. Sterling recommended. Phone/ CARS FOR SALE Accountants @ Malvern text Robert anytime on Business Hub, Ann-Maree TOYOTA Avensis (Camry). 027 299 9599. 021 215 0981. Sedan, Low 116 kms. Very DOGS GIVEAWAY tidy. 2 litre, factory alloys, CD, air con. Reliable and KITTENS - 2 ginger & white economical. $4,990. Call Ian males, 1 black & white female. 027 433 2234. Phone George 03 347 8955. TOYOTA Corolla Fielder, wagon, 2004, 1.8 litre, dual airbags, HEDGE TRIMMING ‘Friendly & Supportive Accounting CD, air con. Cheap run about Practice & Bookkeeping Services’ or first car. $3,750. Call Personal & Business Tax Returns, Regan 027 263 2631. 312 Kiri Kiri Rd, Oxford

OXFORD BOARDING KENNELS

Business Compliance, GST & FBT Returns, Monthly Accounting, Annual Financial Accounting, PAYE/Payroll

IRD Approved Tax Agent

Ph: 021 589 199 E: jocelyn@jmAccounting.co.nz

CATTERY

CATS on Courtenay

Boutique CARPET Boarding NEED carpet? Go local! Very competitive pricing, Cattery! seldom beaten. 30 years servicing this area. In home sample service, also repairs and installations. Please phone Alan Roberts 021 227 2080.

www.catsoncourtenay.nz

CATTERY

Check us out on Facebook! ‘CATS ON COURTENAY’

• Purpose built, nestled

in a tranquil, rural setting. • Close proximity to all

main centres.

Phone: 027 433 3564

Ph Anne, Vern or Gareth Whiting

03 312 3355 027 288 8724

OPEN 7 DAYS 9am-11am, 4pm-6pm Inspection welcome

FIREWOOD dry West Coast beech, 3cm $350. Pine, 3cm $200. free delivery in Kirwee area. Phone 318 1155.

Lots of dry wood, ready to burn! - FREE DELIVERY CALL HORORATA FIREWOOD

Run solely for the comfort & convenience of the cats! Pick-up & delivery available.

03 318 0705 or 027 781 1492

Phone Julia: 03 312 1452 or 021 0424 367 Email: angelcats@xtra.co.nz | Web: angelcatscattery.vpweb.co.nz

CHURCH NOTICES

Darfield Life Church

SUNDAY 23RD MAY 2021

Owner Operated Geoﬀ 021 549 499 A/h 03 324 3482

FIREWOOD & COAL

CATTERY BASED IN OXFORD

‘Angelcatscattery’

HEDGEHOG Hedge & Shelterbelt Trimming

COAL

FOR SALE Phone 318 1530

Hedge Trimming in Canterbury

Call Don today on 021 066 3011 or 03 318 2983 • Half size tractor for easier access

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

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

HEDGE TRIMMING

LEASE GROUND WANTED

FOR CROPPING & ON ION G ROWING! Needs irrigation. Have good lease history, referrals available. Please phone James on 021 280 9247 or email james@summitproduce.co.nz

LIFESTYLE BLOCK LIFESTYLE block maintenance. Weed spraying, mowing, hedge trimming. General farm/ garden maintenance. Animal health. Sheep transport. Phone 027 262 9200. LOCKSMITH LOCKSMITH Selwyn based 24hr mobile service, keys cut and general lock and safe maintenance. EFTPOS available. Call Locktight Security 021 171 8060. OVEN CLEANING $50 single oven, $60 double oven, hob $20. Everything provided. Kim's Oven Cleaning. Please phone 021 054 4661 or email kimredmond60@gmail.com HEDGE TRIMMING

R K FIREWOOD

At 10:30am Steve & Patience Pona Ph: 022 642 5805 17 North Terrace, Darfield

Supplying wood for this Winter!

Old Man Pine, Bluegum, Macrocarpa, Oregon.

TRY THE HOT MIX! EIpos available. All top quality, clean wood. Phone Rini

027 451 7300

UNDER PIVOT TRIMMING! Phone Chris O’Donnell 027 210 2532 | 03 318 8479 Email: ruralgorsehedge@gmail.com

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PAINTER & wall paperer! Qualified, with 20 years’ experience in Canterbury. Free measure and quote. References are available to view on my website: wallpaperingbyandrewgill.co.nz Pl ea se p hon e Andr ew 021 272 7372 or email gillpaintpaper@slingshot.co.nz

Friday 21st May 2021 PAINTING & DECORATING

PAINTING & DECORATING

SITUATION VACANT

Udi Painting & Decorating For all Painting and Decorating services!

COOK / KITCHEN HAND REQUIRED

Interior & Exterior Painting & Plastering Fully Qualified  Wallpapering Roof Painting  Quality Services Free Quotes.

Contact Udi Aale 021 074 2075

‘For all your decorating needs’

General Painting & Property Repairs

Micky Conway

Roof Painting  Gib Stopping  Wallpapering

Painter & Decorator

40 years experience!

Darfield Based Will cover all areas

Contact Dave on 021 142 0567 or email: pearsondavid106@gmail.com

The Coalgate Tavern are looking for a Cook or Kitchen Hand to join their team! Experience is preferred, weekend work will be involved (Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday).

IMMEDIATE START! If you are interested please contact Ann or Steve on 021 0253 0242 or by email to stevejoy@xtra.co.nz

Contact Micky on

021 125 1613 conwaydecor@hotmail.com

FULLY INSURED

PEST CONTROL

SCRAP METAL WANTED! Best prices! Amalgamated Scrap Ltd. Buying cars & farm machinery. Specialising in farm clean-ups. Rod McQuoid buyer. Please phone either 027 695 0480 or alternatively 0800 030 712.

SPIDERBAN NC LTD. Darfield owned and operated since 2008. Voted 2nd of Top 5 Pest Control Businesses in Christchurch, by Top TENANCY Reviews NZ. Call Brian Walker for your pest RURAL Tenancy Inspections control requirements! Phone: & Property Maintenance. 0800 667 778. Contact Rebecca, by phone 027 313 2270, or email ROOM TO RENT rebecca@ruraltenancy.co.nz SINGLE SIN GLE lockable rooms in Darfield Hostel. Internet, SITUATION VACANT sky TV. $170pw. Please FENCING Contractor, looking to phone 027 479 1431 or employ a fencer for local and 318 3660. high country work, experience

SITUATION VACANT

with heavy machinery an advantage. Ph 021 640 748.

027 489 2213

SERVICES

CARPENTERS OR HAMMER HANDS REQUIRED For further information, please phone Lance on

Looking for

CASUAL  PART TIME  FULL TIME

LARGE TREE

Day shifts, night shifts & weekend work available to suit your needs.

SHELTERBELTS! Will pay good money for the right trees, any species considered.

WE CAN START IMMEDIATELY! Clean & tidy workers. Fully qualified crew for the job!

Call Rini on

027 451 7300

agstaff.co.nz

Forklift Operators & Manufacturing Positions Available

0800 AGSTAFF jobs@agstaff.co.nz

JOB VACANCY HUB COORDINATOR Two Rivers Community Trust are a Christian Charitable Trust and we are looking for a Hub Coordinator to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of our growing community hub. The role includes coordination and management of volunteers, ensuring links are being made between needs in the community and external social service agencies, record keeping, and advertising and communication. Our ideal person for this role will be able to build strong relationships within the community and have excellent organizational skills. The role is part time - 8 hours per week.

To apply, please submit your CV and Covering Letter to: admin@tworiverscommunitytrust.org.nz

T H Enterprises Ltd is a family owned business with several farms in the South Island hub within the Selwyn area, and two further hubs in the North Island, Rotorua and the Hawkes Bay. All farms are kept to a high standard, with good housing, excellent support from the Operations Manager and management team, and well-maintained farms and gear. The South Island farms vary in size between 900-1150 cows and are all located within 5-10 minutes of the nearest township & 15-20 minutes from Rolleston.

T H Enterprises Ltd welcomes applicants for the following roles in our South Island Group of farms...

CALF REARER ASSISTANT (July 20 - Sept 30) - DARFIELD FARM The successful applicant will have some experience in rearing calves. Guaranteed hours of work are 7:30am - 3:30pm five days per week, $25 per hour.

FARM ASSISTANT (Three month position) - DARFIELD FARM The successful applicant will have some experience in milking cows and must be able to drive a two-wheeler. This is a Drive In-Drive Out position and would be well suited to someone who seeks more experience in the industry. Must have a valid drivers license.

FARM ASSISTANT (Permanent position) - TRIPLETON FARM, DUNSANDEL The successful applicant will: Be a keen learner with a strong work ethic, have a love of the outdoors and a genuine interest in animals and animal health, have a valid driver's license, be able to pass a pre-employment drug test. In return, we offer a competitive remuneration package, warm family home, great location close to good schools and welcoming townships, and opportunities to further train and progress your career both within farming and within the T H Enterprises Ltd business.

To apply, please email your CV and cover-letter to thenterprises.recruitment@gmail.com, note the role that you are applying for in the subject line. WINDOW REPAIRS

WINDOW REPAIRS

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M: 021 818 816 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. WINDOW TINTING

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Daily On Site Sales & Servicing Authorised Service Agent for Most Brands since 1996! • Ovens Machines • Cooktops • Dryers • Washing Machine • Dishwashers Hire from $8 p.w.

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

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

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Phone 03 420 1020 • 021 732 331

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Contact Caleb Lamborn  Phone 027 4722 021

A young boy enters a barber shop and the barber whispers to his customer. “This is the dumbest kid in the world… Watch while I prove it you.” The barber puts a dollar bill in one hand and two quarters in the other, then calls the boy over and asks, “Which do you want, son?” The boy takes the quarters and leaves. “What did I tell you?” said the barber. “That kid never learns!” Later, when the customer leaves, he sees the same young boy coming out of the ice cream store. “Hey, son! May I ask you a question? Why did you take the quarters instead of the dollar bill?” The boy licked his cone and replied, “Because the day I take the dollar, the game is over!”

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