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There is a lot happening in Oxford this month. The new Dog Park is open and is a fantastic asset to the community. We headed along to the opening, and our cover star is Nala who had a great time playing in the park.

The Oxford Fitness Centre has a new Group Fitness Studio. They are offering two weeks of free classes from 5th-16th May, so it's well worth checking out.

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After over 20 years of beautifying Oxford, Keep Oxford Beautiful are winding down. They have one event left - check out the article on page 6. This group has done some fantastic work around the town, and all on a voluntary basis.

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Oxford Moves Forward with Plans for Security Camera Network The Oxford and Districts Lions, in partnership with the Oxford Community Trust, local businesses, farmers, and the broader community, has signalled strong support for a proposal to install between twelve to fifteen high-resolution security cameras throughout Oxford township and surrounding rural areas.

These strategically placed cameras will help with public safety and assist police in fighting crime and monitoring suspicious or criminal vehicle activity.

Constable Jonathan Stagg says “From a policing perspective, having access to this kind of information makes a huge difference.

We’ll be able to better identify vehicle routes, respond faster in real-time scenarios, and find potential suspects across districts.”

The benefits of such systems have already been demonstrated in other South Island towns like Reefton, Greymouth, Kaikoura, Darfield, Methven, and many more. Over 800 cameras have been deployed in towns and on farms, all accessible by police.

The initiative is a response to increasing concern about organised criminal activity in the region. Offenders, often travelling from areas as far as Christchurch, Ashburton, and the West Coast, have been known to commit targeted thefts in rural communities, then leave town through Oxford's multiple exit routes. Currently, Oxford lacks the surveillance infrastructure present in many other towns, making it a blind spot.

Statistics and community reports show that within 6 to 12 months of installation, crime rates tend to decrease, with a noticeable improvement in rural and urban safety.

The many routes in and out of Oxford make it difficult to follow vehicles after an incident and offenders are often lost in the system once they leave other towns and pass through the district.

High-resolution cameras will help change that.

The new system will be equipped with modern technology capable of capturing clear images, including vehicle number plates, which will allow police to follow vehicles they suspect have been involved in a crime more effectively.

These cameras will be fixed and strategically positioned to cover roads - ensuring privacy for residents, as they won’t capture footage from private homes.

The footage from these cameras will not be monitored around the clock. It will only be accessed by Police if a crime or incident has been reported. The community will retain ownership of the system and footage.

Beyond preventing and solving crimes, the cameras also serve broader community safety. In cases involving missing persons, particularly elderly individuals with dementia or those facing mental health challenges, the cameras can provide crucial information on a person’s last known direction of travel.

The current camera systems in Oxford are outdated and insufficient, prompting the push for an upgrade. The new cameras will offer improved clarity and functionality, enhancing the ability to detect vehicle movements and deter antisocial behaviour such as poaching, rural theft, boy racing, and fleeing drivers.

Oxford Community Trust Manager Jo Ealam says “This isn’t about surveillance for the sake of it, it’s about providing a sense of safety and a practical tool for police to do their jobs better. It’s for the whole community.”

The cost for purchasing and installing the cameras sits around $25,000.00. While some funding has been obtained, donations would be gratefully received.

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Keep Oxford Beautiful to Wind Down After Over 20 Years enhancing Oxford After more than two decades of enhancing spaces in Oxford, the community group Keep Oxford Beautiful (KOB) will officially close this September. With only five members remaining, some having moved away and others sadly passed on, the group has made the decision to step back after years of service.

Founded in the early 1990s by Shirley Farrell, Helen Skurr, Shirley Joyce, and Grant Kidd, KOB was born from a shared vision to add beauty and life to the Oxford township. From artistic murals and garden plantings to restoring public spaces, the work of the group will remain visible for years to come.

“As a gardener myself, I’ve really enjoyed all the planting,” Sandra reflects. “Enhancing different areas around Oxford has been lovely. I especially loved putting rhododendrons in The Oaks area, it’s been so rewarding.”

While the group is winding down, there is one final project is scheduled for May 10th at 10am at The Oaks, High Street, where they will plant native shrubs near the dog park and add more bulbs along the new pathway.

The community is warmly invited to join in this last working bee, just bring a spade, trowel, and garden gloves.

Anyone with questions can contact Sandra at 312 3347.

“KOB also always had a bit of a focus on litter too,” says long-time member Sandra Townsend, “but honestly, Oxford is a really tidy wee town, so we’ve put more time into gardening and beautification in recent years.”

Over the years, the group received annual grants from the Council and hands-on support for bigger projects like hole digging for tree planting. Some of the many areas transformed by their efforts include: • The Caravan Dump Station • The Cutting • Behind the Medical Centre and Hospital • The Police Station • The Community Orchard at Eyre Reserve • The Jail

Oxford Area School Production 'A Lighter Shade of Noir' In Week 4 of this term (May 22nd - 24th), OAS will be putting on our school production ‘A Lighter Shade of Noir’; a detective-based play full of laughs, who-dun-its and even English Muffins!

We have been working all year on this, and it looks amazing, so we’d love to see you come along and support our actors and the crew with the show they have put together!

All performances will be at the Oxford Town Hall, and it is for all ages!

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MEXICAN BEEF CHEEKS ON POLENTA WITH CORN & AVOCADO SALSA 6 PORTIONS

POLENTA 1 cup fine polenta 2 cloves garlic 1 tbsp chopped rosemary 2 tbsp olive oil 1.5 litres vegetable stock

CORN & AVOCADO SALSA 650g sweetcorn kernels or 2 cobs ¼ red onion ½ cup coriander 1 avocado 2 limes juice of Salt to taste

MEXICAN BEEF CHEEK 800g beef cheeks 4 cloves garlic 2-3 chillis (Ancho are the best if you’re a chilli expert!)

2 tabs olive oil 2 tsp smoked paprika 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground cinnamon 2 tsp cocoa powder 30g dark chocolate 2 tbsp smooth peanut butter 2 limes juiced ½ cup chopped fresh coriander 2 tbsp tomato puree 150ml beef stock

METHOD • Use a container or baking tin approx. 20cm square or there abouts, spray with oil.

• To make the polenta, put olive oil in large heavy bottomed saucepan, heat, crush garlic, chop rosemary and saute off with a low heat in the oil for 1 min, add polenta and stir well for a further 2 mins, slowly add stock stirring all the time as it will stick to the bottom of the saucepan. Once all stock is added bring to boil and cook polenta till nice and thick • Pour into prepared tin and leave to cool for at least 2 hours • Meanwhile prepare the beef cheeks, trim off all the sinew and cut into 3 cm chunks.

• Place in bowl, sprinkle over paprika ,cumin and cinnamon, mix well.

• Heat heavy based casserole dish, add olive oil, crushed garlic and chopped chillis. Saute for 2 mins.

• Add beef cheeks and brown stirring well to make sure all the beef is well seared.

• Add cocoa, stir well and cook for further 1 minute. Add dark chocolate and beef stock, bring to a simmer and cook on a gentle heat for 1 hour.

• Add tomato paste and peanut butter. Cook for a further 30 mins.

• The beef at this stage should look super dark and glossy.

• Leave to rest for as long as you can this will help the meat to become tender and more flavour some. Best eaten next day.

•To make the salsa, either drain a can of corn, or cook off 2 cobs and shave the kernels off. I prefer to do this as the flavour is better. Just cook the whole cobs, husks and all in a hot oven for 15 minutes.

• Chopped avocado flesh to match the kernels, finally diced red onion mixed together with lime juice and chopped coriander add salt to taste put to one side.

• Heat oven to 180oC • Before serving cut the polenta into triangles, fry or grill in a hot pan then place in a preheated oven to heat through.

• Heat up beef cheeks in the oven whilst polenta is cooking.

• To serve up place polenta triangle on the plate spoon on beef cheeks sprinkle with chopped coriander and spoon on side the Salsa.

•Tortilla chips are a good addition too!

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The flu vaccine is now available! It’s best to get vaccinated between mid and late April, though you’ll still be protected if vaccinated outside this timeframe.

The vaccine is fully funded for: • People aged 65+ • Pregnant individuals • Those with underlying health conditions, including mental illness or addiction.

For others, the flu vaccine costs $40. Alternatively, we offer Flucelvax Quad (suitable for ages 6 months and above) for $60.

Please phone reception (03 312 4195) to book an appointment.

Planning for Aging with Care

Discussing aging and care with family may seem daunting but is essential for ensuring everyone’s needs are heard.

Starting early avoids stress in unexpected situations and fosters thoughtful planning. Approach conversations with openness and empathy, framing them as opportunities to support and respect future choices. Topics might include home assistance, medical preferences, or financial planning. A safe, honest dialogue ensures decisions are made with love and dignity, rather than urgency.

You can make an appointment with a GP, nurse practitioner, or practice nurse to initiate the conversation.

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Oxford Fitness Centre Group FITNESS STUDIO The new Oxford Fitness Centre group fitness studio officially opened on 2nd May. This 140m2 extension is a result of the increased use of the gym in recent years, particularly in the small range of group fitness classes provided by gym staff.

These classes had reached capacity in the small class space available in the original building, so NC Sports began working on an extension plan with the Oxford Health and Fitness Centre Trust and Waimakariri District Council several years ago.

Local builder Lawrence Muldoon completed the construction recently, and since then the room has been fitted out with a 10m long astroturf track, audio visual gear and a wide range of exercise equipment to suit the existing and new group fitness classes.

These new classes include REVL GT and Yoga, both of which are very popular at Stadium Fitness Centre, while the current Silver Fitness (formerly known as Gentle Exercise) and Boxfit classes will move into the new space.

The new extension also provides more room in the original gym building for additional weights and cardio equipment.

Active Health staff are also now operating out of the treatment room at Oxford Fitness Centre, providing physiotherapy and other health services to gym members and the wider community.

To celebrate the opening of Oxford Fitness Centre’s group fitness studio, NC Sports will run two weeks of free classes there from 5th May for members and non-members alike. Contact the Oxford Fitness Centre to find out how to book into any of these classes.

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Te Kura o Te Poho Rakahua Oxford Area School Mikes Update

Mahi Tahi Camp

Earlier this term I enjoyed reading "The D.O.S.E. Effect" by TJ Power a fabulous read. TJ uses this book to share basic ways to maximise the naturally created chemicals in our brain - Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins. The part of the book I enjoy is the simple yet effective daily challenges we can set ourselves. As a very short summary if you haven't come across these chemicals: • Dopamine is for motivation and attention span • Oxytocin is for relationships and confidence • Serotonin is for energy and mood • Endorphins are for stress tolerance and fitness Thinking of challenges to improve our daily D.O.S.E. makes me think of a typical school day: Between 9-3 pm, no phones are allowed - phones and more specifically, social media reduce attention span and affect our dopamine levels. We set meaningful, difficult learning activities that students have to work hard at, improving dopamine levels. Students set goals, a pursuit if you will - also increasing dopamine levels.

School creates a sense of belonging and is often the meeting point for social groups and friends to be together, increasing oxytocin levels. School is a place to achieve, contribute and show gratitude all increasing oxytocin levels. I think of the opportunities for our students to connect with nature and take in the sunshine in a given day. Of the six hours at school, students have at least 60 minutes of breaks, not including the time outside as a class activity. Nature and sunshine help with our serotonin levels. A good sleep and eating healthily also helps here. Finally, physical activity - we prioritise movement from Years 1-8, providing opportunities to increase endorphin levels. Music and laughter are also great contributors to our endorphin levels.

Last term our intrepid Year 9 learners headed to Castle Hill for their 2025 camp.

The consistent drizzle (and often pouring rain) didn't dampen spirits as the Year 9 cohort spent three days exploring in the Craigieburns.

Despite the forecast, spirits were high last week as the Year 9s loaded all the gear and food they would need for camp into the bus and headed off to the first stop, Castle Hill. Here we worked as a team to quite literally overcome obstacles before exploring the caves and soaking in the views before heading to the Forest Lodge at Mt. Cheeseman.

Before heading to the lodge, the students built some fantastic shelters and acted as real estate agents selling their shelters to one of our Year 12 Peer Support Leaders. After the sales pitches, we headed across the alpine wetland to the lodge (and mostly kept our feet dry). The next morning was still rainy but we put on our rain gear, packed our day bags, and set off on a tramp to Broken River and Bridge Hill. It was a slippery walk but the weather lifted and we even saw blue sky!

It was a great three days up in the mountains, the students showed their resilience and character and overcame whatever the weather (or teachers) could throw at them! Thanks to all our Year 9 campers and special thanks to our Year 12 Peer Support Leaders - Alexis Stubbs, Lillia Beer, and Chelsea Fredericksen - who gave up their time to support our Year 9 campers.

If you get a chance, it is well worth a read.

Year 7/8 camp - Living Springs Last term, our students headed off on an awesome adventure to Living Springs, and what a great time we had! It all started with a big hike up the hill from Governors Bay — tough, but totally worth it once we saw the amazing views and knew all the fun that was coming.

Camp was packed full of cool activities. We got our bearings in orienteering, tried out archery (some pretty impressive aim out there!), cracked clues in the tabletop escape room, and teamed up for a fun night-time quiz. There was always something happening, and everyone gave it their best go.

One of the best things about camp is always how it brings everyone together. Our crew made new friends, tried new things, and stepped out of their comfort zones. Whether it was cheering each other on in a challenge or just hanging out during free time, it was awesome seeing everyone connect and support each other.

We’re so proud of all our students for their positive attitudes and enthusiasm — and we’re already looking forward to the next adventure!

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Athletics Success!

What a weekend it was in Nelson as our talented athletes proudly represented our school at the South Island Secondary School Athletics Championships in April.

Congratulations to Matilda Hart and Gus Johnstone for their outstanding performances on the field.

Their dedication, training, and determination truly paid off— both finishing on the podium in their events and not only setting personal bests in the process but also broke OAS School records in Triple jump.

A heartfelt thank you goes to the parents who supported them and helped make this opportunity possible.

We can’t wait to see what’s next for these rising stars as we continue to celebrate their athletic success!

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Unforgettable Surfing Adventures at Waikuku Beach with Amazing Instructors!

Dragon Boating SISS Champs, We did it again!

Year 12 & 13 ABM classes embarked on a fun-filled Waikuku beach adventure camp with the Surfwise crew last term Our 3ABM class writes: “Last week our classes got to adventure out of surf camp! We hopped into our 23-seater bus and headed to Waikuku Beach. The excitement was palpable as we donned our wetsuits, eager to hit the waves. Prior to surfing, we carefully observed wave conditions, checking the swell, wind, and direction.

Tammi, our instructor, guided us through a pre-surf warm-up on the sandy shore, ensuring we were prepared for the water.

The convenience of camping at Waikuku campgrounds allowed us easy access to the surf. Over two days, we enjoyed three exhilarating surf sessions to showcase the skills we've learnt this term. Even after an early morning sunrise surf, we were all buzzing with energy and enthusiasm! Being able to be assessed during great surf conditions made a real difference on camp.

Immersed in the vibrant surfing culture of Waikuku, we couldn't help but feel grateful for the experience. A heartfelt thank you to Tammi, Matt, and Averil from Surfwise for making this trip unforgettable.

The one-word whip around from our 3ABM class to sum up the trip?

'Epic'! 'Exciting' 'Exhausting! but fun!'”

Last Month our superb Dragon Boating team met for our final race of the season at Lake Rua for the South Island Secondary Schools Invitational Championships. We entered two teams of 10 who had a great day out on the water with a slight breeze (nothing like Wellington!) in the afternoon. Oxford Black came away with three 1sts in the 1000m, 420m and 250m races.

Oxford Red came a close (one race 0.11 of a second behind) with three 2nds also in the 1000m, 420m and 250m races.

Oxford traditionally starts the warm-up with a dance party and gathers all schools together in one circle, this is an incredible attribute started by Scarlett Hart, Lillia Beer & Zara Chittenden.

International Department Update

Equestrian Dressage

We are saddened to announce the departure of Mary Chisnall from her role as Homestay Coordinator. Mary has held this position since December 2022, during which time she has built valuable connections throughout the area and expanded our Homestay community. She has been a valued member of our International Department, and her passion, drive, and dedication will be greatly missed.

We wish her all the best in her future endeavours.

We are pleased to welcome Stephen Foster as the new Homestay Coordinator at Oxford Area School. Stephen has recently retired from full-time work and is excited to take on this new role. He has a diverse background, having worked with the Department of Corrections, Salvation Army Education, and Aviva Women's Refuge. Stephen has been married to Alison for 32 years and has lived in Oxford for 23 years. They have been Homestay hosts for several years, welcoming students from various countries. Additionally, Stephen is passionate about sports, particularly bowls, and enjoys spending time with their children—two of whom reside in Canterbury and one in the UK—all of whom attended Oxford Area School.

We are thrilled to have Stephen join our team!

In very damp conditions Oxford competed in the Interschools Dressage Competition at Mcleans Island in April.

The team consisting of Scarlett Hart, Paige Wakelin-Noble, Tilly Hart and Ethan Taylor finished a very credible 9th out of 28 teams. The students learnt some complicated tests and most were fairly new combinations. A huge thank you must go to Bec, Ben and Pip who helped out throughout the day. There were lots of laughs and the horses and riders were beautifully presented.

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The relationships built between schools warm the heart as they high-five each other getting off the boats after each race during the day.

Congratulations Team on a fantastic season!!

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Oxford Celebrates Opening of Long-Awaited Dog Park at The Oaks A long-term community project reached an exciting milestone on April 12th with the official opening of the Oxford Dog Park, located at The Oaks on High Street in Oxford.

Local residents and their canine companions joined members of the Waimakariri District Council and the Oxford-Ohoka Community Board for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the occasion.

Mayor Dan Gordon and Community Board member Sarah Barkley had the honor of cutting the ribbon, officially opening the park to thepublic.

Thomas Robson of the Oxford-Ohoka Community Board emphasised the significance of the event, stating, “The Oaks development has been a long-term project for the Community Board, and it is great to finally see the Dog Park open to the public.”

The new dog park offers a safe, accessible space for dogs to exercise and socialise, and represents a key feature of The Oaks development.

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It has been exciting to kick off my over-60s coffee mornings for the year, starting with two great turnouts at the Rangiora RSA where I was put through my paces with some challenging questions. We had a good chat about health provisions for Waimakariri, the Retirement Village Act, and local cat bylaws.

It’s important for me to hear from a range of people in the community so that I am able to advocate on your behalf, so I look forward to more of these sessions throughout the year - if you are over-60 and living in the Oxford area, look out for a letter inviting you to one of these events near you in due course.

It was a privilege to lay a wreath and speak as MP for Waimakariri at the Anzac Day service at the Oxford Cenotaph in Pearson Park. It is always good to see so many people at these services recognising our servicemen and women who have fought to uphold our freedoms.

Speaking of Anzac Day, it is timely to note the Government’s Veterans Recognition Bill which aims to broaden the meaning of the official term ‘veteran’, to cover about 100,000 more ex-soldiers, sailors and aviators, recognising their service and sacrifice. It is only right that we treat all those who have served with utmost respect.

Lastly, as Minister for Mental Health, I was proud to announce funding for Women’s Refuge last week. Women’s Refuge is the latest recipient of the Government’s Mental Health and Addiction Innovation Fund. Over the past five years, the organisation has supported an average of 15,000 women annually.

Women’s Refuge will receive $540,000 from the Government across two years, which will be matched by Government and philanthropic funding to make a total of $1,080,000 over a two-year period. This is exactly the sort of thing the Innovation Fund was designed for, and I look forward to announcing more recipients through the second round of funding.

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Thomas Robson

Hi Folks, It was great to see a lot of you at the A&P Show, and we had some very good feed back regarding the work we have been doing this term. Thanks to the A&P Association who always run a great, and well attended event.

April saw the long awaited opening of the Oxford Dog Park, and it was great to attend this with quite a few of the furry locals. This has been a long running project for the Community Board and it is good to finally see this area developed and being utilised by the community.

We have finally received the next round of evidence from Woodstock Quarries which includes a significant amount of new information which will take us a while to fully read and assess.

We are working our way through this information, and we will need to respond to the Environment Court as to whether or not the Community Board is prepared to participate in any potential mediation. Following this we intend to provide another email update to residents letting them know what the Community Board have decided and what the Environment Court have directed.

We have had feed back from the Community about people damaging the guard rail on the Eyre River Bridge, so we have asked Council staff to provide an update on why this keeps happening and what can be done to prevent future damage. We will provide an update to the Community when we have had a reply.

As we head into the winter months, we are going to have more weather events, so it would be great if we can all keep an eye on drains, particularly as autumn means lots of leaves. If there are flooding, pot holes, or drainage issues you can always use the Snap Send Solve it APP to inform the Council of any problems, or you can phone 0800 965 468.

To keep up to date with what is happening with the Community Board please follow our facebook page – Oxford/Ohoka Community Board

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Oxford Club Classic Vehicles Section One of our newer sections at the club is our Classic Vehicles Section, this incorporates Classic Cars and Motorbikes and the section had an inaugural show and shine at the Club as pictured.

On a Friday night at the Club you can usually find like-minded enthusiasts to getting together at these leaners and talking motor mechanics, horsepower, running gear and more torque!

They also have vehicle runs (sometimes joining up with other Car Clubs) and trips to places of interest to its members i.e. workshops & garages.

You can contact Wayne Schurink ph 027 439 6119 or wayneviv61@gmail.com for information on how to become a member of this section or pop on down and introduce yourself on a Friday night.

The Classic Vehicles Section has recently sponsored a wooden tabletop leaner at the Club and the members that belong to the Norton Owners Group have sponsored a wool-press style leaner.

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A cold is caused by a virus but is generally self-limiting and lasts about a week. It generally starts with a sore throat, followed by a runny nose and watery eyes, congested sinuses and cough.

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Influenza (or the flu) is a more serious viral infection that comes on quite quickly and can cause serious complications such as pneumonia.

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Mayoral Update

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Dan Gordon

Over recent weeks, I’ve had the privilege of attending a number of events that each, in their own way, reflect the strength, resilience and heart of our community.

It was fantastic to have the opportunity to join my council colleagues for a special viewing of the new Hercules exhibition at the Air Force Museum. The RNZAF’s Mighty Hercules C130H has served our country with distinction for 60 years, and it was a real treat to sit in the captain’s seat in the cockpit of such an iconic aircraft. My thanks to Director Brett Marshall for the opportunity, this exhibition is an excellent tribute to a remarkable piece of our aviation history.

Closer to home, it was an honour to speak at the opening of Relay for Life North Canterbury 2025 at Kaiapoi Rugby Club. This event is a shining example of what’s possible when our community unites for a common cause. Those who walked the Celebration Lap - whether they were on a current cancer journey, have been through one, or were supporting loved ones – their courage was inspiring to see. It was wonderful event to once again be part of.

A huge thank you also to the Relay organising committee and the many generous partners, suppliers, and volunteers who made the day possible. Their efforts support the vital work of the Southern Cancer Society, helping people navigate one of life’s toughest challenges with dignity and care.

As we turned our attention to ANZAC Day, I was reminded again why this is one of the most meaningful occasions I get to be part of as Mayor. Across the Waimakariri District, the ceremonies were a powerful expression of gratitude and remembrance. From the solemn silence at the dawn ceremony to the shared stories of courage. These gatherings provide us the opportunity to honour those who made the greatest sacrifice for our freedoms.

My sincere thanks to the RSAs, organisers, and all who attended.

We will remember them always.

Finally, I hope many of you were able to spend quality time with friends and family over Easter and the school holidays. These shared moments - whether in reflection, remembrance, or celebration - are what truly bind us as a community.

I welcome contact from anyone who needs assistance or has an issue that you might want to discuss.

Hello there, Welcome to the May edition of From the Presidents Desk.

If you have been thinking of joining the friendly welcoming Oxford Club - now is the perfect time!

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For a limited time, new members who join The Oxford Club now will receive 4 months free. That’s membership right through to the 31st August 2026 at no extra cost.

The Oxford Club membership year typically runs from the 31st August to the 31st August the following year, so by joining now you will get a head start and enjoy all the benefits of Club membership immediately.

As a Club member you enjoy access to Club facilities, regular social events, great sections to join, scrummy food and competitive bar prices, live entertainment and more in a relaxed community focused environment.

The Oxford Club’s ‘Live & Local’ musical spot has received a positive reception from our members. On the first Friday of every month we have been hosting locals duos and solo performers giving our members the opportunity to listen to some great music in the main bar. The Club also proudly supports local Oxford area performers.

Once a month on a Sunday afternoon the Club has been hosting an Open Mic/Musicians Club in the Lounge Bar from 2pm-5pm.

All the equipment is supplied and all are welcome. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t played or sung before - this is the opportunity to have a go and enjoy yourself in a welcoming friendly environment.

Don’t forget that if you are an Oxford Club member but are not receiving our weekly email blast packed full of what’s happening and coming up at the Club, we probably don’t have your correct email address. Let us know your email address and start receiving our Club email blast.

Thanks for reading this article and as always I look forward to chatting to you at the Club, The Oxford Club - your Community Hub’ very soon.

Kyle Scott | Oxford Club president

Email me at dan.gordon@wmk.govt.nz or phone 021 906 437.

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We have attended 90 jobs for the year to date, and we are all really enjoying having the support of PRIME responding to many jobs in the district.

We have had a good number of people showing interest in becoming new recruits. The next step is an interview, fitness test and knowledge test on 14th May. So over the next wee while expect to see some new faces in the green uniform.

I have recently observed two separate alarming behaviours. Firstly at our pedestrian crossings. When crossing it is a good idea to stand close to the crossing and wait for the oncoming traffic to stop and make eye contact with the driver to ensure you have been seen, before stepping out on the crossing. Drivers MUST give way to pedestrians on the crossing, those waiting to cross and those using mobility devices, skateboards, or foot propelled scooters. If there is no traffic island (our crossings), drivers MUST stop and give way to pedestrians on ANY part of the crossing ie both sides until they reach the opposite footpath.

If an emergency vehicle is using its lights and sirens you MUST give way. This means you MUST pull over to the side of the road and stop if necessary to allow them to pass or turn. This is traffic travelling both away and towards an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens on please.

The ambulance station at Oxford is not manned 24 hours a day. If you require emergency assistance please call 111

Oxford Fire Rescue

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March was much busier than the previous two months with nine calls. One call was to assist the Cust Brigade at a commercial alarm activation which was accidentally activated by contractors working in the building. In our area we attended four motor vehicle crashes. The driver of one of the vehicles received serious injuries, and in the others there were no injuries. There were three vegetation fires, one was a controlled burn and no action was required by the brigade, one to an unattended rubbish fire that was extinguished, and the other was to dampen down a permitted fire which was of concern because of forecast high winds. We also had one call to assist St John. This brings our total calls for the year to fourteen.

This months message is; With the colder months approaching, a reminder to check your electric blankets before you start using them in the winter months, if there is any doubt about the condition please replace them, don’t leave them going if you are not home or leave them going all night.

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If you should see a drone flying over your property and you have concerns, you can call 111 if it's happening now, 105 if it's happened previously, or you can log it online. We're very keen to still get reports regarding drones - so we can create an intelligence picture around activity. Historically there is not a great link between burglaries and drone sightings.

The second thing is burglaries and vehicle theft. Remember to do everything you can to make it hard for someone to take your vehicle.

Lock it, take the keys out, remove valuable items. Remember to lock your house, have sensor lights and clear lines of sight that will minimise it as a target.

Mitch will be back in May so don’t forget to say hello if you see him about, I know he’s missed Oxford.

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