Inside this issue: Lincoln Envirotown Looks to 2 Establish Network Cont... Geraldine Summer Fete
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A Christmas Crack-up
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Public Park and Ride
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Assis ng Local Youth
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Don’t Run Out Of Time To Vote
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From Rolleston Probus
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ISSUE 137 Wednesday 5th October 2016
Culturefest Brings the World 5 to Selwyn Be3er Kirwee Coverage
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Spriderban Pest Info
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‘Pink Army’ Breast Cancer Appeal
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Clearview School Fete
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Tranz Alpine Scooters
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Bowling Club Opening Day
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Classifieds
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Trades
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Email Column
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Lincoln Envirotown Gold Award winners at a recent presentation to recognise their improvements. Selwyn’s deputy mayor Sarah Walters left, officiated.
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In 2007 Lincoln Envirotown launched its very successful Responsible Business Awards programme. This programme became truly ‘Selwyn Wide’ with the Assessment Process also now including the Malvern area for the first time this year. Over 150 businesses were assessed last year and there has been a clear improvement in Sustainable Practices year on year.
Lincoln Envirotown are hugely grateful to the Selwyn Businesses that have supported their Awards. “Indeed it is in response to feedback from these businesses that we are now seeking to establish a Sustainable Business Network,” said Roddy Hale, the Responsible Business Coordinator.
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“The main aim is for business people to meet occasionally and enjoy an exchange of ideas and information. We are also in the process of setting up a Facebook Page on which we will share information and events that relate to Sustainable Business Practices and encourage businesses to post their own ideas and information on it,” he added. By way of ‘launching’ this new networking group Lincoln Envirotown has invited all Business representatives to come along to The Rolleston Community Lounge on Tuesday, October 11th to hear about the future of the Awards and how the Business Network aims to help with achieving more sustainable practices in the work place. A short presentation from two guest speakers is planned. Dr TracyTracy-Anne De Silva from Lincoln University's Department of Financial and Business Systems will speak briefly on the state of Environmental reporting in New Zealand and the Selwyn Responsible Business Awards. There will also be a member of the Enviro-Mark team talking about the scheme and how they may be able to help businesses
minimise environmental impact and save money doing it. Another theme of the evening will be a question and answer session with a prominent
member of Selwyn District Council's waste management team to answer queries about a businesses' waste disposal and recycling.
Christmas shopping at its best begins at the Geraldine Summer Fete on Thursday, November 3rd 2016 with 170 high quality stalls showcasing an amazing selection of products from both around New Zealand and the world. Shopping is guaranteed to be a breeze with a wonderful
range of furniture, art, jewellery, homewares, fashion, children’s toys and clothing. Selwyn local business Woven Veranda will be at the Fete displaying their stylish garden and conservatory furniture made with natural and synthetic wicker, while alongside them will
be Crazybird Designs handmade jewellery and art work created by using recycled timber etc from the Christchurch earthquake. They will be joined by Wadzee (women’s clothing from Gore), Reform Furniture (unique handmade furniture for the home) and Windsticks (kinetic wind sculptures and bird feeders). There is always a delicious selection of food for lunch and an entertaining range of live music. Top the amazing day off with a stroll around the beautiful Stover Garden. This is a day not to be missed and tickets can be purchased through Eventfinda or on the day.
Roddy Hale the Responsible business co-ordinator at Lincoln Envirotown.
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Funny guy Gary McCormick is always well received at Melton Estate hence his return on Sunday, December 18th to present ‘A Christmas Crack-up’. Gary spins some great yarns mostly about himself and the people he meets on his comedy adventures, and keeps the attentive audience in stitches. For those who appreciate a great evening out, there can be little better than a delicious Winter Dinner prepared by the talented staff at Melton Estate, followed by a classic kiwi comedy. Unlike some television comedy shows, Gary steers away from the usual crass humour of some comedians, relying instead on the art of humourous storytelling. Another rather appealing aspect of his comedy, is that it is mostly based on New Zealand experiences, making it totally relatable for most. This comedy a n d o f t e n d r y w i t , will be an evening to remember. definitely shouldn’t be missed; complemented by plenty of life See the advertisement in this Gary’s memorable personality experience, guarantee that this issue for details of ticketing.
Enterprise IT Consultant and local resident Tony Herstell has identified a transport need that isn’t being addressed by any of the other providers currently on the road in this area. He assures readers he has gained the support of both the Selwyn District Mayor, and the Selwyn District Council CEO for this initiative. Tony is in the process of researching and setting up a direct service to the city for workers (mainly administrative and office employees) from Rolleston to Christchurch city at a timetable more suited to these occupations. “There will be no stops between Rolleston and Christchurch Centre,” Tony said, “and it will operate like a public park and ride. If it operates like this then SDC have suggested they may be willing to provide car parking for commuters’ vehicles. “I have been in consultation with some huge city corporates all of whom are keen to see their staff assisted with transportation - without the need to arrange carpools, drive a vehicle singly, or travel at hours more suited to schools and/or building sites.
Tony plans to operate two coaches in the morning - one at 7:30am and the other at 8:15am. His return times would be 4:45pm and 6pm. However he stresses that these times and schedules are a guideline only and will depend on what people require. “This is a private service, not connected to any company or bus business - which is why we can be flexible to the needs of travellers, and also why it will get off the ground quickly and get underway. “There are a huge number of benefits to a park and ride type of operation with the obvious
ones being: travel times, no parking to worry about, reduced cost of vehicle maintenance/ parking/fuel etc., as well as the environmental impact of shared transportation. “It’s also support for Military Staff in Burnham (including USA staff),” Tony added. “Burnham Camp is due to explode in size as two Battalions, Basic Training and even Officer Training are moving to the facility.”
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Many businesses in the area will have been the recipients of a letter from the Selwyn District Youth Coach. The letter details some wonderful initiatives that local business owners can be part of. Selwyn youth coach Hannah Cossey is the local contact and some of the letter’s suggestions are sure to be able to be taken onboard by a range of businesses and individuals. Hannah initially sets out to outline her position and points out that the Youth Coach service (in conjunction with the Two Rivers Community Trust) is a free one provided by the Ministry of Social Development, for young people aged 16-17. “Its purpose is to get alongside young people and support them in education to achieve NCEA Level 2 and move on to further
education, training or employment,” Hannah said. The kinds of things a youth coach can help with are:
more in my work with the young people in our community,” Hannah added. “There are a few ways businesses can be a • Talk about where the young part of this: person is now and where they You can refer: lf you know of want to be young people who would benefit • Figure out what might be from the Youth Coach service, stopping them succeeding at please do get in touch with me. school, training or in workWork Experience: lf you are based learning willing to provide work • Sort out the steps they need to experience for young people to take to get into education, get a taste of what employment training or work-based learning. in your industry is like I would • Put together an action plan that will help them reach their goals love to help facilitate that for you and a young person. • Support them in school and Job Opportunities: lf you have training positions available, I would • Check their progress appreciate knowing about them, • Help them stay on track to pass on to young people who • Update their plan when things change might like to apply.” • Be their coach or go-to person. Get in touch with Hannah at “I would love to be able to hannahcossey@gmail.com partner with Selwyn businesses
Selwyn District Council is returned to date than Springs encouraging local residents to or Selwyn Central wards. vote in the local elections “The last day for people to post before voting closes at 12 noon their voting papers is Susan Davis Jackie Derrick on Saturday, October 8th. Wednesday, October 5th - if Licensed Salesperson REAA 2008 Licensed Salesperson REAA 2008 Voting packs have been sent to papers are posted after this M 027 662 2751 M 027 636 3576 enrolled voters and as at date they may not be received E susan@marealestate.co.nz E jackie@marealestate.co.nz Wednesday, September 28th, in time to be counted. From voting papers from 21.5% of Thursday, October 6th until the eligible voters had been morning of Saturday, October returned. This is slightly above 8th you can still vote but will the 2013 figure of 20.5% at need to return your voting the same stage of voting. papers to a ballot box to ensure By ward, Malvern and Ellesmere your papers are received by 12 have had a significantly higher noon on Saturday, October 8th 92 Rolleston Drive (03) 347 9949 proportion of voting papers when voting closes,” said Selwyn Electoral Officer Douglas Marshall. Marshall Voting ballot boxes are located at Darfield, Lincoln and Leeston Library and Service Centres, and at the Council Headquarters in Rolleston. Voting papers can Ok so now you need 40% deposit, or equity, to buy an investment property. This does be returned at these facilities pose a problem, but there are solutions! Team up with another party, or buy between 8.30am and 5pm new. Rules have changed on the definition of a new property too. It is now considered Monday to Friday, and to new if it is under six months old, whereas before you had to go through the loan libraries on Saturday from approval process off the build plans. 9.30am up to 12 noon. Lincoln If you are purchasing a new property, you can still borrow 80% for a rental. If you are Library is also open late until wanting to purchase an existing property for a rental, then it may be that you can find 7pm on Thursday. The Council’s Rolleston like minded people to join you. If you go down this track it will be very important to be Headquarters will also be open clear and transparent with your goals. You will also need to get good legal advice from 9am - 12 noon on before you proceed. Saturday, October 8th for Providing you with quality Most of all, talk to your advice for Mortgages voters to drop their papers off Refinancing & Re-fixing Loans, mortgage adviser. It is their (normal service centre functions Mortgage Protec on, job to keep abreast of the Life/Trauma, Income Protec on won’t be available). & Health Insurance changes and negotiate the In Selwyn, people will be voting Phone: 03 3477 205 ever changing climate of the for the roles of Mayor, local Mobile: 0275 391 006 property market. ward Councillors and if they live Email: ginny.gmi@gmail.com in the Malvern ward, Malvern Web: www.gmi.net.nz Disclosure Document Available on Request Community Board members. Ginny Nelson Selwyn residents will also be
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voting for one Environment Canterbury Councillor to represent the mid Canterbury Area, and for seven Canterbury District Health Board members who are elected at large from across Canterbury. Voting papers include candidate profile information to help people decide who they want to vote for and instructions on how to vote. “It’s important to vote in the local elections as this allows you to have a say in how services you use every day are delivered - including roads, water, parks, libraries, swimming pools and health services provided by the Canterbury District Health Board,” Douglas added. Anyone who is eligible to vote but has not received their voting papers can still enrol to vote, but they will need to cast a special vote. To vote you will need to visit the Council’s Rolleston Headquarters or Darfield, Leeston or Lincoln Library and Service Centre before 12 noon on Saturday, October 8th. Selwyn District Council is part of L oc a l G ov e rn m e n t N e w Zealand’s Vote2016 campaign, which aims to lift voter turnout in local elections to more than 50 per cent for the first time since the 1980s. The latest voting return statistics for Selwyn can be viewed online at: www.electionz.com/2016lgeretu rns/2016_returns
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Clark Land Surveyors Ltd At the September meeting of the Rolleston Combined Probus Club, member Neil Bennett told those attending how some time ago he had visited ‘Men’s Sheds’ in Australia and wondered if the concept would be suitable for Rolleston. Forward a few years and with support from Selwyn District Council and a small committee, some considerable time was spent developing what has now become a welcoming place for men to congregate and share their practical skills. For many men having had workshops of their own for untold years, but feeling the loss of these after downsizing their homes, the Men’s Shed initiative provides a welcome
facility. Neil commented that, a m a z i n g o r s o m e t h i n g “men, especially widowers, unusual happening. One hat fell enjoy the company of other victim to the munching of a men, and the making of needed horse - who was part of the things for themselves and the wedding ceremony. Anne told of rescuing small children from community.” A kitchen and Library are falling into rivers, when planned to be established in the ceremonies were staged future at the Men’s Shed alongside; plus a whole raft of other humourous occasions building. Members then got to spend an when the ceremony just had to interesting and entertaining continue, regardless. hour with Anne Stubbersfield, a Many of her quite spectacular retired marriage and naming hats were modelled by the men celebrant - also known as the at the Probus meeting ‘Hat Lady’. She showed the creating another humourous group a large number m o m e n t f o r t h o s e i n of elegant hats especially attendance. designed to complement the “It was an informative and various outfits she wore for her happy meeting for retirees,” official duties. Each hat had a said Publicity spokesperson. story of either something Valerie Watson. Watson
Selwyn’s first ever CultureFest “CultureFest will build on the will feature music, dancing, successful Lincoln Multi-Cultural performances, food and crafts Festival. CultureFest will be from twenty different cultures. held every year with the venue It is part of the Rolleston 150th moving between Rolleston and anniversary celebrations which Li n c o l n i n a l t e r n a ti n g feature a free show on years. This year we are very Saturday, October 15th. This pleased that so many local celebrates Rolleston’s past and groups have joined CultureFest present with displays including to share their culture with the traction engines, vintage cars, wider community. We are motorbike displays and field looking forward to a fantastic testing, tractors, military day,” said Dave Tippett, Tippett Selwyn displays, fire engines, shearing District Council’s Recreation and vehicle parades. Advisor. CultureFest is a free event The activity programme which will showcase the includes performances from district’s cultures with free local Indian, Chinese, Polish, performances, fun activities, Russian, Italian and Greek craft and food stalls, along with communities, as well as a activities for kids like a mega Scottish flash mob. slide, SNAG inflatable golf, There will be a range of fun b o u n c y c a s t l e s a n d activities for everyone to take pedalmania. part in and learn more about
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Selwyn MP Amy Adams has cell tower in the township. At announced that Kirwee will this stage, Vodafone’s soon benefit from improved preference is to construct a mobile coverage, thanks to a fifteen metre hybrid cell two-stage plan developed by tower on an existing street Vodafone. lamp in Kirwee township, but “I have written to both this will depend on gaining Vodafone and Spark, local community support and advising them that the resource consent from the cu rre n t p o or m obile Selwyn District Council,” Amy coverage in the Kirwee area commented. is unacceptable and needs Amy indicated that she would addressing as soon as be working closely with the possible”, Amy said. relevant authorities, “I am pleased to advise that including the Council, NZTA Vodafone has come up with and Chorus, as well as the a two-stage plan to improve local community, to ensure coverage in the Kirwee that the plan can be area,” Amy added. implemented as quickly as “Stage One of the plan will possible. She noted that involve the installation of a Spark had also indicated that temporary Cell on Wheels it planned to improve mobile (COW) site near the local coverage in Kirwee by tavern, which Vodafone installing an additional predicts will give good antenna on its existing tower coverage for the township. at Aylesbury. Spark hopes to “Stage Two will involve the have this work completed construction of a permanent prior to Christmas this year.
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PESTS IN NEW ZEALAND New Zealand was discovered in 1769 by Captain Cook. At that point in time New Zealand had about 130 native bird species and two mammals introduced by the Maori - the rat and the dog. They were fed on fruit and vegetables. In Captain Cook’s diary he stated the bird song was deafening and our bird life was the most amazing he had seen. Since then, Europeans have introduced 135 bird species: black birds, starlings, thrushes, ducks, all the finches and more. Then they introduced 35 different mammal species from wild pigs to Himalayan Thar. Amongst them were cats, ferrets and stoats; all predators. So now our native birds are not only losing their environment to farming and forestry, they have other birds competing for food and predators that evolution had never prepared them for; so they have no natural fear. Possums not only eat their eggs, but also crash around in the tree canopy at night, knocking baby birds out of their nests. People put bells on their cats, but I have seen a cat with a bell jump up and catch a fantail a metre off the ground. One introduced bird, the magpie, introduced from Australia about 1860 to Canterbury, is a terrible problem for our natives as they are very territorial and kill other birds. Their numbers are increasing at a scary rate and need to be controlled to help preserve pockets of native birds. In Darfield we seldom see fantails like we used to and I have only ever heard a bellbird twice in eight years. As you look around the streets and Brian & Rose Walker We only use NZ the outskirts look at the 0800 667 778 made products that numbers of magpies. www.spiderban.com are proven to work! Things need to change to ‘Owned and operated protect our natives.
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The NZ Breast Cancer Foundation needs local volunteers to help with its Pink Ribbon Appeal on Friday October, 14th and Saturday, October 15th. ‘Give two hours’ is the plea. All up, 9000 volunteers in the “pink army” will raise money at more than 1000 collection points, covering New Zealand top to bottom. Their efforts will fund research into new personalised treatments, support for women going through breast cancer, medical equipment for hospitals, and life -saving awar ene ss and education programmes around the importance of mam mogr a ms for e ar ly detection. The number of women being diagnosed with breast cancer is still going up - it’s now more than 3000 a year - but survival is improving, thanks to earlier detection and improved treatments. However, the NZBCF’s longterm vision is “Zero deaths from
breast cancer”; getting there will mean pushing for new frontiers in early detection, treatment and patient support. “We can’t just carry on as we are, when so many women are still dying,” commented Evangelia Henderson, Henderson chief executive of the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation. “The future of successful cancer treatment lies in personalised treatment targeted to each individual patient, and we’re determined to help our health system get there. That means not only addressing gaps in the current system through our grants for medical equipment, training of doctors and so on,
but also making sure that we get new treatments faster, and that we look at new paradigms for patient support. We’re also funding our best researchers to move into leading-edge studies, such as trials of new DNA tests to identify which personalised treatment is best for a patient.” The annual Pink Ribbon Appeal funds a large chunk of the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation’s work, and is the most visible of its events in October, which is Breast Cancer Month.
Folk may have noticed from all the signs going up that Clearview Primary is holding their first ever fete on Sunday, October 16th at Broadlands Drive, Rolleston; and they’re more than a little excited about it. It is going to be a fun filled day
for everyone with over one hundred fantastic food and trade stalls, as well as a whole da y of m u s ic, b an d s, entertainment and displays. There will be free modelling, balloons, handheld windmills, an animal petting zoo, a children’s activities tent, and
even some favourite superheroes and princesses entertaining. There are also heavily subsidised activities such as bouncy castles, Pedalmania (brilliantly adapted fun bikes), and lots of games, making the whole day fun and affordable for families. Entry is just $5 per adult with accompanied children under twelve free. The purpose of the fete is to raise funds towards a much needed extra playground for the growing school of active children. It’s anticipated that the total cost of the playground is likely to be in excess of $100,000 and organisers hope that the fete will help kick start fundraising for the facility. The event will be organised and hosted entirely by the school and volunteers, along with the help of some much appreciated sponsors. The school and the fete organisers look forward to welcoming the community to the event.
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In ideal conditions the those in their 70's. In “Scooter Safari 2016, what Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari keeping with the tradition a great day it was riding set off for the fifth time that has grown around this with Mike (aka crash) and from Christchurch across event many wore fancy support crew of Hamish the Southern Alps to dress and the costumes Reid and Alex. Alex Thanks to Hokitika. The goal of this were wide and varied. Jayne and Mike Rattray, Rattray it biennial charity event is to The riders’ first stop was was the most well complete a 252 kilometre ‘The Famous Sheffield Pie organised event I have ride over the main divide Shop’ - a chance for a been to and what a great on a small city scooter and warm-up and a leg stretch cause. raise money for the New and an opportunity to enjoy “Thanks to all the people Zealand Cancer Society. As one of the hundreds of hot that supported Hamish and in previous years, the event pies dispensed by the myself, we raised $1,737 struck a chord with a large Shop. for the Canterbury West number and the 250 Fabulous views, snow- Coast Cancer Society and in registered rider spaces covered Alps, sweeping total we understand the vistas and a challenging event raised $174,000. To were quickly filled. After the cold wintry blast Porters Pass climb Hamish, thanks for riding that had swept up the followed. There were few the last leg into Hokitika, country during the week, mishaps, the odd bit of and here’s hoping your Saturday morning dawned mechanical intervention treatment goes well and fine and clear as riders, and the necessity for a bit kicks the Big C in the s uppo rt cre ws an d of ‘pushing’ on occasion, backside. We all have our spectators (around 1,000 but still after eight hours on fingers crossed for you and at the Park) assembled at the road two hundred plus the famil y,” Wayne the Mike Pero Motorsport riders made it into Hokitika. concluded. Park. Riders included Prizes were awarded for cancer patients, survivors, such things as Best hospital/care workers and Dressed Rider and Team, corporate teams, along with Best Presented Scooter, many hard core scooter Oldest Scooter to make it, and small motorcycle Most Uncomfortable Ride enthusiasts. They came and Hard Luck Story - but from all walks of life and the best result is the total numerous locations both in of more than $750,000 New Zealand and across that has been raised to the Tasman, and ranged in date for the Cancer Society. May age from young students to From Wayne May:
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Winning team West Melton L to R: R Sadler, B Shorter, N Dunlop, D Fitzgibbons, B Dunlop, R Pearson, J Walsh, M Bailey. The West Melton Bowling Club’s opening day last weekend attracted a good turnout regardless of the cooler weather. This included twelve new, prospective players, many of whom signed up on the day. Club President Mary Burke declared the season open in a short ceremony and those present remembered members who had recently passed away (Peter Peter Cocks and Kevin Schwass). Then the early Schwass season success of the Club’s Ladies and Men’s fours teams, who won the Mary McCartney Trophy at the Malvern Centre opening on September 17th, was celebrated. The jack was rolled up by Peter Bickley and a very good opening bowl delivered by Ian McKinley, McKinley before 56 players took the rinks to play two short opening games of fours. Meanwhile others took advantage in the warmth of the Club house. At the cup of a tea after play a Special Meeting was held at which members resolved that the Club would support and contribute to the West Melton Community Centre project. With a successful opening day behind them players now launch into Club, Malvern and Town interclub competitions within the next fortnight. The Club’s website has full and further details: www.sportsground.co.nz/ westmeltonbowls
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WOOD shavings - untreated, clean shavings suitable for horse stables, calving sheds, chicken houses and rabbit hutches. Available in 70L bags, 1m 3 bales (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 03 347 7352 for more details. SITUATION VACANT
Mainly Suffolk with some Texel cross, all in good condi on. $95.00 each. Phone Geoff 03 347 4956. November Rolleston News Adver sing Dead line 1pm Thursday 27 th Oct
ROOF MAINTENANCE ROOF & house maintenance. All aspects covered including spouting, mortar, tiles, re-roofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing. General repairs. Please phone 03 347 6702. WINDOW CLEANING
COUNTRY TOUCH SERVICES Local Window Cleaner with 20 years experience! Covering most of Selwyn area. Satisfaction guaranteed. Contact Wilf Lock on 318 1960 or 022 044 0654.
WANTED MACROCARPA trees or logs wanted. Will pay good money. Firewood processing and tree removal also available. Phone Rini at RK Firewood 027 451 7300.
• Mirrors • Catdoors • Splash Backs • Retro Fit
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Double Glazing • Insurance Repairs
FARM LAND TO LEASE
www.malvernglass.co.nz
All op ons considered. Phone 021 502 480
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WE ARE NOW BASED IN ROLLESTON!! NO TRAVEL CHARGES IN THE GREATER ROLLESTON AREA.
Ph 03 318 4128
COUNTRY TOUCH Services
SITUATION VACANT
DARFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
WINDOW REPAIRS
Years 7 to 13
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.
Day Relievers Required We are seeking to expand our pool of Day Relievers. Trained and registered Primary and Secondary teachers interested in being considered for day relief should in the first instance email their interest to: pe@darfield.school.nz The Day Relief Co-ordinator Darfield High School PO Box 5 Darfield. Tel: 03 318 8411
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Bathroom and kitchen renova ons (we can organise all aspects of your renova on including builders & electricians) Maintenance and servicing Blocked drains Fully stocked vehicles Fast, friendly, reliable service
Laser Plumbing Christchurch West 03 348 6920 chchwest@laserplumbing.co.nz
021 732 331
So try us first!
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Need some help with: • • • • • •
Aerials/Dishes TV/DVR Set-up Wall Mounting Freeview/Decoders Cabling Phone Jacks
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Multi-room Systems Hook-ups Pre-wire (All Types) All Installations of TV, Freeview, Home Theatre, Hi Fi
LOGFIRE INSTALLATIONS
Ph Simon 027 430 1211 / 03 317 8091 sdsh@xtra.co.nz
Showerdomes
Get me to do your ‘dishes’
Tiling Adrian’s Building Services (03) 324-3125
For all your Plumbing Requirements in the Christchurch and Selwyn District areas. New Housing * Spouting * Roof Repairs * House Alterations * Hot Water Cylinders * Installing Solar Hot Water STEVE TE HAARA PHONE: 347 3006 FAX: 347 3008 MOBILE: 027 243 6974 EMAIL: tehaara@slingshot.co.nz
Locally based, NZ Home Hea ng Installer 10+ years
Garden Ligh ng House Re-Wire ● Telephone Extensions ● Kitchen Re-Fit ● New Builds/Extensions ● Spa Pool Installa on ● Shop Fi ng ● Office Re-fits ● Mitsubishi Heat Pumps ● Electrical Safety Cer ficate ● ●
Mobile: 021 22 77 275 Ph: 379 6644 Fax: 379 6645 35 Rochester Crescent, Rolleston greg@aelectrical.co.nz
♦ Alterations/Upgrades ♦ Maintenance & General ♦ Town & Country
Ph 0800 765 758 Mob 0274 339 104 A/H 347 9282 81 Main South Road, Rolleston
● Residen al ● Commercial ● Heat Pump
027 357 9401 kurtbenseman@gmail.com Kurt Benseman - Registered Electrician
Upholsterer Recover: Lounge Suites Dining Chairs Squabs etc Free Quotes Based in Weedons Ph 03 980 4979