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Car park debacle leaves customers, bakery furious PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN ANDREW KING

Removal of car parks is causing arguments between customers inside a busy Papanui bakery, while the business itself loses $6000 a week.

Coupland’s Bakeries, on the corner of Sawyers Arms and Main North Rds, said business has dropped off since the city council, on the recommendation of the Shirley-Papanui Community Board, removed five on-

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Double-parked vehicles lead to arguments street car parks three months ago.

Local residents and Coupland’s Bakeries were fed up with the problem and have presented two petitions against the changes to the community board.

Coupland’s Bakeries manager Tamlym Collins said customers were getting in verbal disagreements in store over car parks, due to vehicles being double

parked in the limited spaces. “Customers have to drive around the block to get into the parks out the front of the shop and we are getting a lot of complaints.�

The 30min parking spaces were removed from the road to extend the left turn bay onto Main North Rd to help ease congestion and make it safer

for cyclists.

Resident Gary Watts, who presented both petitions, said it was “poor decision-making� by the city council and community board.

But Shirley-Papanui Community Board chairman Mike Davidson said issues over the removal of the car parks should have been brought to it when it

was considering the proposal.

He told the Nor’West News he could not comment on whether there was a chance the car parks could be reinstated until after city council staff had reported back with traffic congestion data.

Mr Davidson said he had also asked council staff to check whether “proper process� was followed. “It is a bit of a shame this has happened, we will be looking into it.�

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International Day of Older Persons September 28 - 9.30am to 2.30pm at Papanui High School, Langdons Rd. Age Concern Canterbury in conjunction with Papanui High School will celebrate International Day of Older Persons.

A positive ageing expo will be held at Papanui High School on Langdons Rd. Gold coin donation on entry.

Christchurch Beautifying Association and Canterbury Horticultural Society spring garden competitions Judging will take place on October 3 Garden owners around the city are gearing up for this year’s spring garden competitions.

The Christchurch Beautifying Association and Canterbury Horticultural Society spring garden competitions will be judged on October 3. The Christchurch Beautifying Association competition is for the front gardens only and is judged from the street.

Entry forms will be available from garden centres from

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the history and politics surrounding Tod Browning’s controversial film Freaks (1932) – a love story that was banned for 30 years. Influenced by Mat Fraser and the cast of American Horror Story: Freakshow, Sarah crafts a quirky circus narrative into a memorable and not to be missed performance.

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Outstanding Feet Friday 7pm to 9pm at the Charles Luney Auditorium, St Margaret’s College, 12 Winchester St, Merivale.

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neighbourhood NEWS RISKING IT: A car runs a red light on Idris Rd at the intersection with Glandovey Rd. Red light traffic signal running has been labelled as an “epidemic” in the city after 4960 vehicles ran red lights in a single day at the city’s worst intersections.

Glandovey and Idris Rds intersection is the third worst in the city with 446 red light runners.

The data does not include those turning right on traffic signal. Canterbury Transport Operations Centre manager Ryan Cooney said not only was red light running “getting worse” but it was an “epidemic issue”. While drivers had a responsibility, he said traffic engineers also had to think of solutions. These could include options around addressing the way traffic signals were phased, he said. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN

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ENHANCE EDGEWARE Plans are in place to enhance the Edgeware area with some moveable planter boxes filled with small trees, bench seating and bicycle stands. The stands will include bicycle tools if cyclists need a bit of help with a repair. They will provide a handy stopping point for those heading down the new cycle route to places like Belfast. City council has said they should be installed before the end of the year.

NEW MEDICAL BUILDING The new ProMed building in Sherborne St will open its extension in November housing a medical practice, a physiotherapist and a pharmacy. Work will begin after that out the back on a new parking area expected to be completed in February 2016. The businesses will operate separately.

New Carlton Mill footbridge open today Carlton Mill’s new $1 million footbridge will be opened today, after four months of work.

The footbridge, connecting Little Hagley Park and Carlton Mill Rd, was badly damaged by the February 2011 earthquake.

Work began on the bridge in May and was expected to take six months, but the project

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has gone smoothly and will be finished ahead of schedule.

City council treaty relations adviser Te Marino Lenihan will perform a karakia and blessing of the new bridge.

Resident Ken McAnergney who was instrumental in gathering community feedback for the handrail design for the new bridge, will give a speech

at the opening.

Mr McAnergney was one of a group of residents who wanted the original designs for the bridge changed as it did not allow users to view the river as they crossed.

Fendalton-Waimairi Community Board deputy chairman David Cartwright said the new design and change in process

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“It’s a gold medal example of consultation at its best. We were able to work with everybody,” he said.

He said the new design “ticks all the boxes” for what the community needed.

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your local Views Do your part to discourage beggars Sergeant Brendon Strieker – Papanui police Recently the community have highlighted to police the increase in people begging and feeling intimidated by their actions.

A commentary from the public around Northlands shopping centre and Bishopdale Village Mall relating to beggars include intimidation, annoying, frustrating and feeling reluctant to go into stores where they congregate.

They are very well versed in their actions and story. This is their job and often what they do full time. They have a set plan and agenda and can be aggressive in their approach. They are very believable, however, the reality are that they are scamming you out of your money.

Police have already identified and spoken to these individuals and actively assisted them by seeking help with other outside agencies and services. The police have also trespassed them

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To be fair, of the four recently dealt with have all been reasonable and are open to letting police put them in touch with services.

As a result there has been a decrease in this type of offending, however, as a preventative measure I recommend that you never hand over change or money no matter how convincing the person’s story is. When we do, we make that person’s actions acceptable and they will continue to harass and intimidate people.

If you feel intimidated, at risk and believe you are the victim of a crime, phone police on 363 7400 and report the incident.

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Something on your mind? Email andrew.king@starmedia.kiwi in 150 words or less Facebook us on www.facebook.com/norwestnews Readers respond to calls to ban fishing on the pier.

Gordon Heyward: Yes, ban the lot. There is a bus which goes to Lyttelton and plenty of good fishing spots over there.

Hundreds of people who would go for a walk on the pier keep away from it for fear of being hit by a flying hook Apart from that, it’s the stink.

Louise MacDonald: Ban the fishers. I just came back from Scarborough beach in Brisbane, and what a difference there to the shambles in Brighton, I’ve lived in Marine Parade for 43 years, so I know what I’m talking about. If we don’t have the shops or the pools, that we have been promised for the last 40 years, they might just as well shut up Brighton and put the lights out.

D Columbus: Fishing off the New Brighton Pier is a right to all that fish the pier.

The pier was advertised as a level two pier, one upper level and one lower level. The people of Christchurch were asked to donate money. Families and individuals would then be buying a piece of concrete, steel rail or cobblestone and then their names would be placed onto or around the pier.

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the pier and ban fishing, a meeting was held at the New Brighton Working Men’s Club. I attended that meeting with many other people opposed this ban. I asked the city council spokesperson at that meeting what happened to the second lower landing that would be for fishing and where did all the donated money for this section go? We were told that the city council at that time took out that money and used it for a building in the city centre, that is why the pier is built the way it is now.

Tom Higgs: Please tell me how can some community board ban fishing from somewhere they don’t own? My family owns $10,000 of the pier through our donation. If they ban fishing, we would want our money back, as it’s not being used the way we were led to believe it was going to used by

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Walter Roy: I fully support the fishing ban on the pier.

Karen Renouf: Please ban fishing on Brighton pier at the weekend!!!!

After the earthquakes, Merivale pubs became the hot spot for nightlife in the city.

Alcohol-fuelled problems were causing havoc in the neighbourhood. With more central city pubs and night clubs opening, has the problem died off in Merivale?

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Merivale church rises from quake rubble An iconic Merivale church has been rebuilt.

The Chinese Methodist Church in now open after the September 2010 earthquake destroyed its building on the corner of Papanui Rd and Rugby St. The church had only just taken over the building three months prior to the quake.

Pastor Simon Goh said they went back to their original site, the English Methodist Church in Brake St, Upper Riccarton, while working out whether to rebuild or repair.

“We had three engineers say we could repair it but it would have been very expensive,” he said.

The estimated cost was $4 million to repair the Merivale landmark. It was only insured for $2.75 million.

Mr Goh said they had to consider “time and money” when it came to the Merivale site.

“What we have built is the best we could do with our

WORK DELAYED Underground work on Hills Rd, Richmond, have be significantly held up due to poor ground conditions and damage to an underground pipe. A new section of wastewater main to make the network more resilient to future earthquakes will be installed. The additional section of work requires a new 30m section of the wastewater trunk main to be installed. The new completion date is early 2016.

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He said they understood how much the community like the old building, originally built in 1894, but they could not afford to restore it.

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Business stands strong after trials Hardie & Thomson is Edgeware’s oldest business standing strong for 108 years. John Thomson has been there since 1952 and chats with reporter Andrew King about how the business has survived fires, earthquakes and working with a famous Christchurch builder Hi John tell us about Hardie & Thomson?

My grandfather started it in 1908. He brought out Mr Hardie in the 1900s and built the business supplying timber and coal.

They also did some building and joining. The building burnt down in 1933 on Anzac Day because the fire brigade took two hours to arrive, they were having a party. It was rebuilt and it really hasn’t looked back.

Are you the oldest business in Edgeware?

Yes, we have been around for 108 years now. Still going strong and really looking forward to the future.

How long have you been involved?

I have been with the business since 1963, 52 years.

Is it a case of following in your father’s footsteps?

No. I just wanted to leave school, so I started work in the joinery side of the business.

Did that interest you?

No. I just wanted out of school so I would have done anything.

I took the joinery side of things over when the guy running it left. We did a reasonable amount of jobs and when you put your heart and soul into something like that and it is not appreciated that’s not great. People want things cheap and don’t want to pay the price so that is a touch upsetting.

Your father and grandfather must have been pretty hard working guys?

They both were. My dad worked in the joining side of things when he started off, then moved into the machine side of things. My grandfather worked very hard to make the

THREE GENERATIONS: From left, John Thomson works with son Casey and grandson Keanan at the business John’s grandfather started in 1908.

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place a success.

Do you have any brothers and sisters?

I have two sisters, but they don’t have anything to do with the business. One lives in the United States and the other in Christchurch.

Is there a special relationship between yourself and the Edgeware area?

Well we are definitely known around the area. I am very keen on the place and that is why we will rebuild here. We won’t have our factory here but we will sell from here. We are getting away from concrete and steel and moving more into the timbers with our new showroom that will be built with the same materials that we will sell.

The business has survived so much with 107 years of history, will it still be there 100 years from now?

I would say at least. We are excited about the future. We now have magnesium board for the inside of houses which is better than Gib board. It doesn’t do the same thing in an earthquake as Gib board does. You can get water on it as well and it is fine.

Are people starting to look more at these materials now that the rebuild is taking off?

The problem in this town is that you have a city council that sit on their hands and are not very helpful. If it is slightly different then they don’t want to know about it. We should be thinking differently. We need to be protecting our resources in this country.

What have you seen in the time you have been there?

When we started we had a much bigger site. Dad had five sisters and one brother so it all got carved up between them. We owned most of Edgeware, our site is much smaller now.

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THE START: Hardie & Thomson first opened its doors in 1908.

Yes, I did some work for him many years ago.

What was he like?

Well he was a bit grumpy but he knew what he wanted and you always got paid.

What made him so good?

Well he had a good teacher.

My grandfather said he was ‘as rough as guts’ but was a great organiser. That’s what it is all about.

Was Hardie & Thomson involved with his building work?

We were involved in the Town

Hall, what was the Crowne Plaza but a few of our other buildings we worked on have now been demolished.

You would be happy that they are keeping the Town Hall then?

No I think it is a complete waste of time. The council will be completely off with their estimates and it will cost a whole lot more and take a lot of time. These projects go well over budget and no one ever gets rapt over the knuckles or sacked for it.

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Is it like one big family?

Yes it is. We have great staff here. We have around 18 to 20 staff in total. I work with my son and my grandson. It’s great working with family because you can trust them.

Have you got guys that have been with you a long time?

Just myself and Paul. Paul has been here since 1972, Stu has been here for 27 years he tells me. Steven Hill has been here for 28 years (laughing) far out it doesn’t seem that long.

What is the reason that it has been successful and survived so long?

We are passionate about what we do. You have to be otherwise you might as well not even bother.

What does the future hold for you personally?

I need to step back. I have really good staff here that can do it all. I have no problem stepping back and leaving them to it when the time comes.

What are your passions outside of the business?

Classic cars, I love building, I have a place on the West Coast.

I have plenty of things to do outside the business.

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St Albans Cricket Club is a strong girls’ and women’s club.

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We always welcome new female players at any time (especially girls in years 3-8).

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Papanui Badminton Club Runs from February to November – in the Bishopdale YMCA. We get together on a Thursday, and we play from 9-10pm, and we hire out a court.

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NOR’WEST NEWS BUTCHERY WINS AWARD Traiteur of Merivale has won the Champion Retail and Hospitality Small Enterprise Award at Horncastle Arena.

The awards, held on Wednesday, recognises dynamic retailers and hospitality professionals who provide a true customer experience.

The butchery on Papanui Rd, has been serving the community’s meat needs for years.

Winning this award shows that what they are doing is working.

Owner Maarten Loeffen is extremely passionate about what he does – getting up early in the morning and returning home late at night putting in the time and effort required to be an award winner.

“It’s nice to be recognised for our hard work,” he said “The only way you can really be different is to exceed the customers’ expectations. If you

CHAMPIONS: Burnside High School’s ‘Malestrom’ have won the Young Singers In Harmony National Barbershop Championship in Hamilton.

Burnside boys bring home national choir title A first-time entry has taken top honours at the Young Singers In Harmony National Barbershop Championship.

Burnside High School’s ‘Malestrom’ under the direction of choir director Ravil Atlas and head of arts Gavin Hurley entered the competition for the first time – and won.

They were the only South Island representatives in the boys’ chorus category.

They made it to the finals after winning their regional final held at Rangi Ruru in July.

The 56 boys travelled to Hamilton to compete for the title.

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They beat 13 other choruses from across New Zealand to be crowned national champions.

Mr Atlas said it was a great opportunity for Malestrom to experience a different choral

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STUDENTS IN CHOIR Burnside High School has six students in the New Zealand Secondary Students’ Choir.

Selected at nationwide auditions held in February, the students will participate with the choir for two years.

St Margaret’s College also has one student selected in the group.

The choir will perform a 1pm concert at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral on October 2, and with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and massed choirs at the Air Force Museum, Wigram on October 3.

SPEECH CONTEST WINNER Paparoa Street School pupil Harriet Rance has won the year 6 Rotary Club junior/intermediate speech contest. Emily Stewart was also highly commended in the year 6 category.

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“They did us extremely proud,” he said.

Student director Jack Page (year 13) said: “I am so proud of all the boys.

“They’ve worked incredibly hard to reach this level of performance.

“It was a great experience to get together with all of these singers from across the country and to win was just incredible.”

Mr Hurley said the boys enjoyed the comradery of the group.

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Rail trail challenges Selwyn House girls Selwyn House pupils have tested their endurance spending five days on the Otago Central Rail Trail.

The ride is an annual event for all year 8 pupils and requires a bit of training beforehand.

The trip is carefully planned to regulate the time spent cycling.

Three of the four days will involve cycling, averaging 40km each day.

Other activities will include walks, curling and historical tours of Naseby and St Bathans.

The school encourages pupils to train for the rail trail.

In previous years the school has sent out an email to all year 8 parents asking if they are taking their daughter for a ride to get a group together.

Some parents have taken this opportunity to join them and do

some training together.

They left on September 14 with a quick lunch stop at Lake Tekapo, then stop off at Clyde to pick up the rental bicycles and then cycled the 8km to Alexandra.

On day two the girls cycled 36km from Alexandra to Lauder.

The third day was a 35km ride to Wedderburn then they hopped on a bus to Naseby.

Day four saw the girls wearily mount their bicycles again and cycle 43km from Wedderburn to Hyde where they will get a well-deserved rest before heading home in the morning.

RAIL TRAIL: From left, Reilly Moore, Ella Stephens, Aria Caroll, Kathleen King, Matilda Evatt, Isabel Simmons, Chloe Berge, Eliza Meekings, Danielle McLaughlin.

Wheelie good time for Cotswold pupils Getting out in the sunshine and playing in the mud brought a smile to the face of Cotswold School pupils.

The year 3 pupils brought their bicycles to school for a bike rally.

With helmets fitted tight, 90 pupils took to the hills on McLeans Island.

The more able-riders completed the 15km track, with some groups opting for the 10km track.

EXCITED: Estelle Lin (right) enthusiastic during the bicycle rally at McLeans Island.

The aim of the event was to encourage the community to use the local resources and to promote healthy choices outside of school.

This event was organised by sports coordinator and teacher, David Guthrie.

The children really enjoyed the opportunity to show off their cycling skills – and some were even faster than the parent helpers.

Estelle Lin, 8, really enjoyed going down the hills.

“You go really fast and it’s really fun even if you fall over,” she said.

Brooklyn Sunnex, 7, enjoyed getting his legs really wet and muddy.

Dakota Taylor also enjoyed going down the hills and said: “I liked going through the puddles because you get really dirty.”

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MEDAL WINNERS: Cobham Intermediate’s medal winners. Front row from left: Samantha Gibson, Chelsea Parrett, Payton Anderson, Paris Hawthorne, Rebecca Coulson and Jiayi Zhou. Back row from left: Tessa Reid, Rosa Foster, Francesca Williamson, Lola Astle, William Taylor, Casey Liddington, Lili Campbell-Tie, Zakary McKellar, Ella Te Aho, Sky Pang and Emma Burton. Back row: Sports co-ordinator Andy Gibson.

Cobham big winner of AIMS Games Cobham Intermediate has returned from the AIMS Games with a great haul of medals.

More than 8000 athletes, from 261 schools competed in 19 different sports, making it the country’s largest sports event.

Cobham’s 63-strong team won seven medals placing them 12th on the medal table, out of.

The school achieved the best in the South Island with next closest placed 53rd on the table.

Principal Scott Thelning was

delighted with the result saying that the team’s performance was ‘awesome’.

“It was great to hear that our team operated as a team and all supported each other throughout the week,” he said.

“We want to thank all of the parents/caregivers who were able to attend some, or all, of the events and support the effective organisation of our team by managing, coaching and/or cheering.”

Pupils in Room 20 at Fendalton Open Air School have spent the last two terms enjoying a good book with a nice drink to accompany it.

They called it ‘LiteraTEA time’ with parents coming in to help out with the activities.

Room 20 teacher Marama Buck said: “This year I have been lucky enough to have a group of parents who have been keen and able to be part of our learning day.

“After a term of several inclass helpers I thought I should try and make the most of it,” she said.

She had read about Literature Circles and thought it would be a fun way to keep kids passionate about reading, and also to create a powerful home-school whanau relationship.

Every Friday afternoon five or six mums came in to Room 20 and had a tea party with their child and others.

They had hot drinks and biscuits while the mums read them a story, then they did a

follow-up activity.

There were paperbag princesses (and princes), chalk drawing and a huge variety of activities every week.

the children in the class.

“They get to work with an adult in a little group and play, plus they get a drink and a biscuit.”

Ms Buck said the experience put them well out of their ‘comfort zone’.

“They spent lots of time and energy in book shops and on Pintrest, looking for the perfect book/activity combination.”

OUTDOOR READING: Pupils enjoy reading with a parent outside with a nice drink to sip on.

After the success of LiteraTEA time, this term they started ExperimenTEA time.

Dads got involved, as well as mums, bringing in resources and ingredients to do some fun and crazy science experiments from fake snot, tornado in a bottle, vinegar volcano and lava lamps.

“I would never have been able to do this kind of learning with my kids on my own, from both a practical view, and financial,” Ms Buck said.

“Our TEA times have been highlight of the week for all

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Factory in full production Kyle Knowles

The next cab off the rank in the first-five rugby factory that is Christchurch Boys’ High School has earned his first black jersey.

Josh McKay was named in the New Zealand Schools rugby side after attending a training camp last weekend.

He joins a long list of Christchurch BHS first-fives to excel in the no 10 jersey.

Current All Blacks first-fives Dan Carter and Colin Slade are old boys of the school as are former All Blacks Aaron Mauger and Andrew Mehrtens.

McKay’s Christchurch BHS coach, Rhys Archibald said he was thrilled for him.

“Josh is a very hard worker and played hard all year. Before the season he was always the first one in the gym in the morning, he trains every day and knows how to go through the pain barrier,” Archibald said.

Three other Christchurch players also made the schools side.

Harrison Allan of St Andrew’s College, Shirley Boys’ High School’s hooker Brodie McAlister and St Bede’s College lock William Tucker join McKay in the side.

New Zealand Schools coach Dave Hewitt, who coincidentally

YOUNG GUN: Josh McKay during the annual college match. He has been named in the New Zealand Schools team.

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attended Christchurch BHS too, said picking the side was a tough task.

“This year the calibre of talent across the programme was particularly high, with consistent performances throughout making

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for the final selection for the team pretty difficult – which is what you want.”

The schools side was scheduled to face the New Zealand Barbarians Schools side on Saturday before heading to Brisbane to take

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on the Australian Schools, Barbarians and the Samoan Schools teams starting on Thursday.

Tom Christie of Shirley BHS has made that Barbarians side along with Raymond Nu’u of St Andrew’s.

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Tonga trip for footballers ACHIEVEMENT: Papanui Toc H’s Caitlin Dore who has been selected to represent New Zealand.

Toc H athlete selected for world champs Papanui-Toc H athlete Caitlin Dore has been selected for the New Zealand team to head to the International Paralympic Committee World Championships.

The former St Andrew’s College student will compete in the shot put, discuss and javelin.

The teenager was born with cerebral palsy but has excelled in the athletics arena.

She is the Canterbury javelin champion in her section and won silver medals in the shot put and the discuss at the Canterbury champs earlier this year.

The championships take

place next month in Doha, Qatar, and she will be joined by one other Canterbury athlete at the games.

Port Hills Athletic Club’s William Stedman has also been selected and will compete in the 200m, 400m and long jump.

Six other athletes will join Dore and Stedman on the New Zealand team, four from Otago, one from Tasman and one who is based in Australia.

The team assembles on Friday for a camp in Dunedin that will include heat simulation preparation and two competitions.

Rangi Ruru Girls’ School student Una Foyle has made it into the New Zealand women’s under-20s World Cup squad.

The 16-year-old is one of three Christchurch girls to make the squad and is super excited to make the side.

“I am really excited to be in the side,” she said.

“I had to keep it quiet for a while but now everybody knows.”

Una has been playing football since she was eight but it hasn’t crossed her mind yet if she wants to be a professional soccer player.

“Haven’t really thought it through [being a pro footballer], but it would be cool.”

She is one of the younger players but not the youngest in the squad..

We went to Thailand with New Zealand Secondary Schools Team in July,” she said.

FACT BOX U-20s Match Schedule Tonga v New Zealand Thursday, October 1, 1pm New Zealand v New Caledonia Saturday, October 3, 1pm New Zealand v Vanuatu Monday, October 5, 3.30pm Samoa v New Zealand Saturday, October 10, 3pm “It was just a tour but it went well.”

Led by coach Leon Birnie, the 19-player squad will travel to Nuku’alofa in Tonga at the end of this month.

Eight of Birnie’s squad were part of last year’s women’s U-17 side which competed at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Costa Rica and Birnie says the blend of players is a point of interest for this group.

“It’s a very exciting mix,” Birnie said.

“We’ve got six players who previously played in the last U-20s qualifiers in the last cycle and we’ve got a number of players who were involved in the U-17s in the last cycle.

“We’ve got a handful of players that have really developed and pushed on over the last 18 months so they are coming in for the first time into the New Zealand environment.”

“We’d like to see a professional display on and off the field from the girls and continue to work on our style of play which is linked in with the Ferns.

“If we can combine those two factors then hopefully at the end of the tournament we’ll get the desired outcome.”

The women’s U-20 campaign kicks off on October 1 against Tonga.

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Playcentre work completed by volunteers Hard-working volunteers have completed work on the outside area at the St Albans Playcentre.

Playcentre families both past and present and the local community have raised $12,750 for the landscaping costs alone.

The cumulation of hard work and dedication of the centre’s whanau, the local community, local businesses and volunteers have made the redevelop-

ment possible.

The opening day event will be held on October 3 at 10.30am.

A local Kaumatua will bless the land and the area will be opened by the oldest play centre child.

This event will also provide the opportunity for the play centre to introduce the Mairehau community to its special early childhood service and in-

vite families with young children to join.

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are cafés for lunches and coffees, and if you are thinking ahead to Show Week, the street also houses a tanning salon, and hair and beauty salons.

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ONE WAY: Holmwood Rd will be one way (heading west) for two months while wastewater infrastructure is repaired.

Storm brings down trees and power lines MARK THOMAS - FIRE RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER

The high wind and storm conditions that swept through the city on Thursday last week caused quite a number of fire calls to power lines down and trees fallen.

Lightning caused a fire in Bromley School. A couple of trampolines took off until tied down by pursuing firefighters.

A tin shed in Woolston left its pad and threatened to fly.

One of the city fire crews found themselves at a tree blocking the road in Horseshoe Lake Rd. Normally these incidents call for experts, especially when power lines are involved but in this case it was quite a simple matter of cutting the tree down to small enough pieces to be pulled to the side of the road.

I think it’s a bloke thing.

But the chance to wield a good quality chainsaw in anger is something most of us really enjoy. Ten minutes later the roadway was clear and the crew off to their next task. Good work done.

The occupants of a house in Aranui would have come home last Saturday to a polite note left by firefighters who had to enter their house to deal with a pot of sausages burning on the stove.

It’s so easy to do, to forget you’ve got something cooking.

But leaving the house like this is a recipe for it not being there when you return.

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Residents urged to prepare for works on Holmwood Rd to be prepared in case there is an unexpected service cut off.

A one-way traffic system will be in place heading west.

Work hours will be Monday to Saturday between 7am-7pm.

Work will progress in three sections between properties 6–30 on the southern side of the road.

There will be no access to the driveways directly in front of the worksite due to trenching beside the kerb Fulton Hogan said.

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Holmwood Rd will be reduced to one lane for two months while infrastructure repairs are carried out.

Fulton Hogan is replacing a series of earthquake-damaged wastewater pipes.

There will be increased noise, dust and vibration levels.

Works will have no planned impact on power, phone or internet, water or gas services however, the network is still fragile so it is urging residents

day before access is blocked.

Once work on Holmwood Rd is complete, Fulton Hogan will move into neighbouring Garden Rd for four months.

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Suddenly, I’m thinking salads for lunch instead of soup. It must be spring. The first spears of asparagus are thrusting up through the soil,my rhubarb is sprouting bright red stalks and our local hydroponic strawberries are in full blush, writes JAN BILTON continue cooking until the RHUBARB CUSTARD RHUBARB CUSTARD juices are syrupy. Cool.

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1/4 cup caster sugar Beat the butter, remaining INGREDIENTS Cake: ½ cup thick custard custard, caster sugar, orange 250g butter and vanilla essence, ¾Roasted cup caster sugar Rhubarb: 400grind until smooth. Add the eggs 1 tsp each: finely grated trimmed rhubarb orange rind, vanilla essence one at a time beating well 1/4 cup 4 large eggscaster sugar after each addition. Sift in the flour and baking powder Cake: 1/2 cupflour thick custard 2 cups self-raising and mix to combine. Spoon ½250g tsp baking powder butter one-third of the mixture into 3/4 cup caster sugar the cake pan then scatter with Preheat the oven to 200 deg of the rhubarb. Repeat 1 tsp each: finely grated orange C. To roast the rhubarb, wash a third twice. Dot the tops with the vanilla therind, rhubarb, shake essence off the excess watereggs and cut into 5cm reserved custard. Bake for 40 4 large minutes, cover with foil and lengths.

Place in a roasting flour 2 cups self-raising continue baking for another pan just large enough to hold tsp baking powder 10-15 minutes, until a skewer it 1/2 in a single layer. Sprinkle inserted in then centre comes with the caster sugar and out clean. Cool in the pan. toss to cover evenly.

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INGREDIENTS

Place the strawberries in a bowl and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of the caster sugar. Preheat the oven to 225C. Lightly grease four non-stick Texas muffin holes. Sift the flour into a bowl. Add the remaining caster sugar and lemon rind. Add the yoghurt and mix to a soft dough. Turn on to a lightly floured surface and knead gently, until smooth. Roll into a 20cm square.

Brush with the jam. Place twothirds of the strawberries in a single layer over the dough leaving a 2cm border at the top and bottom. Roll up to form a log.

Cut into 4 even pinwheels. Place

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Garlic Cannellini: 1 cup frozen peas 400g can cannellini, drained and rinsed 2-3 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbsp each: olive oil, lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste

Cook the peas, until soft.

Mash together with the cannellini beans, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and seasonings. Set aside.

Makes about 1&½ cups.

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2-3 tbsp olive oil Freshly ground salt and pepper to taste

Olive Tapenade: ¾ cup pitted black Kalamata olives 1 tbsp capers, washed and drained 1 clove garlic, crushed 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil Freshly ground black pepper to taste Asparagus: 500g asparagus

To make the tapenade, place the olives, capers, garlic, olive oil and pepper into a food processor or blender and process, until finely chopped.

Preheat the oven to 200 deg C. Snap the tough ends off the asparagus and trim the stalks if necessary.

Place in a small roasting

single layer. Sprinkle the tea into a wok. Place the rack about 4cm over the tea.

Cover with foil. Place a lid on the wok and smoke the asparagus on low heat until it is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.

Don’t over-smoke as the asparagus will become too strong. Cut into 1cm pieces.

Spread the ciabatta with the garlic cannellini then top with the asparagus.

Garnish.

pan. Toss together with the olive oil. Season.

Roast for 5 minutes, turn the spears over then continue roasting until crisp-tender, about 5-10 minutes, depending on the thickness.

Serve the asparagus hot or at room temperature topped with the tapenade.

Great accompanied by French bread.

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hearing ability

Carolyn Gordon & Carolyn Till

This week is International Deaf Awareness Week – a time to raise awareness and appreciate the issues the deaf community face in their day-to-day lives.

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Carolyn Till of Gordon & Till Audiology points out that it’s often family members who first notice someone is having difficulty hearing clearly.

“They notice their loved ones are not participating in family activities as they used to, and they also find they often have to repeat things.”

She and fellow audiologist Carolyn Gordon advise that it is important for anyone with hearing issues to take steps as soon as possible to address the situation.

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Being able to hear properly has a huge impact on quality of life, enabling people to participate fully in social activities and family life, the audiologists say.

“Seeing the positive change in people when they come back to the clinic after having hearing aids fitted is why we do what we do,” Carolyn Gordon says.

As hearing declines with age, an annual hearing check from the age of 50 is recommended. Gordon & Till Audiology offers free hearing screens for anyone who is unsure about their hearing.

Gordon & Till Audiology is located at 701 Barbadoes Street, St Albans, with plenty of off-street parking. They also have visiting clinics at Leeston and Halswell. No referral is necessary so to make an appointment, phone 385 6036. For more information, visit www.gtaudiology.co.nz.

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Are you one of the 70 per cent with EXCESS CANDIDA? Do you suffer from any of the following symptoms?

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A causative factor for all these symptoms and more can be a yeast organism called candida albicans. It is often underestimated what a profound effect it can have on our health and wellbeing. It is estimated around 70 per cent of people have a candida overgrowth in their intestine, mouth or on their skin.

It is normal and beneficial to have some candida in the gut where it is normally kept under control by the good gut bacteria or probiotics that feed on this yeast.

However, using antibiotics without probiotic supplementation, sickness, poor diet, insufficient stomach acid and medications are some of the common factors that can upset this delicate balance and allow the candida to thrive.

The tentacles of candida can penetrate the intestinal wall over time, causing inflammation and leaky gut syndrome where toxins and only partly digested proteins can enter the bloodstream, often leading to food intolerance, poor health, allergies and susceptibility to asthma. The immune system becomes weak, and colds, influenza and chronic infections occur often. The candida yeast often enters the blood stream as a fungus. In the bloodstream, it travels around the body to places where the environment is suitable for it to inhabit.

Symptoms will vary depending on its location in the body. If it enters the brain, it can cause depression, anxiety and foggy thinking. Some researchers believe the candida fungus can release a pleomorphic microorganism or virus with a form that changes depending on its environment.

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Not all first aid certificates

are created equal While first aid courses must achieve prescribed New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA) standards to be certified, not all training providers deliver the same course.

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here can be big differences in first aid courses between a range of training providers. Some courses range from teaching only the basic NZQA specified content and nothing else, to providing detailed and comprehensive content designed to familiarise participants to a wide range of likely emergencies. Providers offering shortened courses or courses not meeting NZQA training requirements are now in the spotlight.

NZQA and the Department of Labour have published a factsheet to outline requirements for providers, learners and employers for first aid training based on currently registered NZQA unit standards. Below are a summary of what we think you should know.

Course differences Training providers can market their courses under a wide range of names such as Essential First Aid, Workplace First Aid or Comprehensive First Aid and many other eye-catching titles. The term workplace can vary from a small office to a large factory where the risks and potential injuries are just as wide.

Employers should be cautious in thinking that a one-day workplace first aid course will meet their needs in industries such as construction, engineering, forestry and industrial. More advanced learning is important to meet the proper workplace assessments and meet health and safety obligations.

The content of courses can also vary.

Employers should check to see the first aid course

is relevant to their particular industry risks. If there are risks of falling, or medium to high injury, then take careful look in the shortened courses as these subjects may not be covered.

It is the responsibility of the employer to ensure that employees attend courses appropriate to their industry risks.

Unit standard-based first aid training These are the minimum requirements for both the initial and refresher training.

The minimum duration of first aid training and assessment will be for training based on: • Unit standards 6400, 6401 (or 26552) and 6402 (or 26551), a minimum of 12 hours’ training and assessment • Unit standards 6401 (or 26551) and 6402 (or 26552), a minimum of eight hours’ training and assessment • For refresher training, where the learner’s certificate is no older than two years and three months from date of issue, a minimum of six hours’ training and assessment.

First aid training must cover the outcomes of the NZQA first aid unit standards being assessed and any additional modules identified by the employer through the workplace risk assessment process as outlined in Department of Labour guidelines.

Only first aid training providers accredited by NZQA can award the credits and issue a first aid certificate. Care needs to be taken to ensure that the provider is actually registered with NZQA for this purpose.

NZQA conduct regular External Evaluative Reviews on all training providers. New Zealand Red Cross is proud to hold a double Highly Confident accreditation in both Educational Performance and Capability in Self-Assessment.

This means that NZ Red Cross is a Category One training provider.

First aid refresher training Refresher training is required every two years to maintain the certificates. This is a requirement and not something for the provider to decide. The requirement allows for a three-month period of grace, so the cut off period is two years and three months which should allow sufficient time to enrol onto a suitable course.

The refresher training should ensure

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If a certificate is not renewed for more than three calendar months from the second anniversary date of issue, it will be necessary for the certificate holder to complete full first aid training to maintain currency.

For the purposes of workplace first aid emergency management, employers will need to ensure that their first aid personnel maintain competency at all times.

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ir Con Christchurch is proudly Canterbury-based and has been providing excellent service to local businesses and homeowners for over 30 years. They cover a full range of heating and air condition services from home central heating and air conditioning design with zone controls and WiFi remote access.

That means users are able to get best results combined with economy and efficiency.

Their central Watts Road, Sockburn location makes it easy for customers to call in and view all the major brands of heat pumps and air conditioners. Their friendly, helpful team are on-site to advise on the different makes and models so that you can compare them and make the right decision for your home or business.

Air Con Christchurch offers a complete

free plan or home design assessment, too.

They will work with you to solve any concerns and issues, whether you are building new or altering your home, or developing a large industrial unit with different requirements for different zones.

Air Con Christchurch is also, via its parent company Air Con New Zealand, fully involved with the Christchurch City Council and EECA Build Back Smarter Home Assessment Program, which offers to help homeowners achieve warmer, dryer and more energy efficient homes.

Call Air Con Christchurch on 03 343 3886 for a free quote or home or business assessment. Stephen, Lee and Ben are all able to help you be safe, dry, warm and energy efficient. Or ring freephone 0800 161 163.

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Ducted and multi-systems are becoming increasingly popular, providing climate controlled comfort throughout your home or workplace, and Enviro Master are also able to incorporate ventilation into ducted systems.

They are air conditioning and heat pump specialists who have been servicing the Christchurch area for over 13 years. Enviro Master supplies, installs and services all the

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Return of the Annual Classic Car Show and Concours d’Elegance

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his year marks the return of the Annual Classic Car Show and Concours d’Elegance after an absence of three years, following the Christchurch earthquakes. Pre-2010, every year without fail and regardless of the theme, spectators were guaranteed the chance to get up close and personal with more than 70 special classic and vintage vehicles as they were shown off in all their waxed and buffed glory, and this year the show will be no different.

Key to the event is the proximity families and individual spectators can get to some of the most unique vehicles in New Zealand, and the fact that the cars’ owners are on hand to answer questions about the pedigree, history and specification of their charges.

As well as individual exhibitors, the Classic Car Show also attracts car clubs from around the South Island as a mainstay of the vintage vehicle calendar.

Most of the participating clubs will be organising their displays around a given theme, with many interesting variations expected.

All of them will feature their club cars as centrepieces before filling their display areas with all sorts of props and memorabilia to catch the eyes of the judges, who will be spending the weekend comparing displays.

The judges themselves are made up of a mixture of club personnel and members of the public, with the winning club receiving a large trophy and other prizes for their showmanship and attention to detail.

Many cars will showcase their special pedigree while others grab attention simply for their uniqueness and rarity, but each and every one of them will be a testament to the dedication and sheer passion of their owners who will have made every effort to display them in pristine condition.

The Classic Car Show organising committee say that each year, the show keeps getting better as New Zealand’s premier indoor event of this type.

There are other classic car shows in New Zealand, but this is the biggest indoor show devoted entirely to classic, vintage and rare cars in the country. It really provides people with the chance to see the very best of the South Island’s classic cars in all their glory.

As usual, the show will feature a great variety of classic cars from across the world, with American, European and British vehicles rubbing shoulders under one roof at Pioneer Stadium.

While seeing an Aladdin’s Cave of classic cars all on display side-by-side is considered a sight to remember by all car enthusiasts, the Canterbury Intermarque Concours d’Elegance, which takes place at every Classic Car Show, is always a particular highlight.

Cars of all years and makes are eligible to participate in the competition which was first organised by the MG Car Club over 30 years ago.

The event rewards enthusiasts who follow a very strict criteria of detailing, cleanliness, condition and originality, with different awards up for grabs in a diverse range of categories.

Of the 80 or so vehicles which attend the show every year, around 25 enter the intense competition to be judged according to their year of manufacture, originality and condition.

Prizes will be awarded at 7pm on Saturday night of the show, and the public is invited to remain for the presentations.

None of this would be possible without the support of sponsors, and the organisers acknowledge the support of local car restoration firm Upper Classics, who will have their own special display at the show.

The show, held indoors at Pioneer Recreation and Sports Centre, Lyttelton Street, Spreydon, is open to the public on Saturday, September 26, from 9am to 7.30pm, and on Sunday, September 27, from 9am to 4pm. Admission $10 for adults and $2 for children.

CLASSIC CAR SHOW Re-live the nostalgia of motorING as IT used to be Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September at Pioneer Recreation and Sports Centre, Lyttelton Street, Christchurch 9.00am - 7.30pm Saturday 9.00am - 4.00pm Sunday

Displaying 70 classic and collectable cars.

ENTRY FEE: Adults $10.00, Children $2.00 Family $20.00

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Big engine power for Toyota Aurion SPECIFICATIONS

Whereas Toyota has just launched a new generation Camry, its stablemate, the bigengined Aurion, which shares much the same ideology, doesn’t take on such a dramatic change.

However, it has had a facelift which will see it through to the end of Australian manufacture in 2017.

And the reality is, there was little in the old Aurion that needed refreshing, it has been a solid performer for Toyota, it’s large car feel and spaciousness has been a lure for those who like six-cylinder engines and aren’t prepared to compromise on performance.

In terms of change, the Aurion gets a new grille and bumper, while Sportivo models have garnish changes to enhance a sporty look such as big black wheels.

Inside, there’s a lot of extra detail, minor fitment features such as upgraded gauges, rear window blind, audio upgrades, Bluetooth streaming and upgraded trim detailing.

The Aurion lands here in

SPORTY: Toyota’s Aurion Sportivo performs as well as it looks.

three variations, the entry-level model sits at $50,990, while a Sportivo SX6 and ZR6 are priced at $52,490 and $54,990 respectively. The evaluation car was the mid-range model, and it performs as well as it looks.

Other than those changes I’ve just mentioned, the concept of Aurion hasn’t altered. It shares its 3.5-litre engine with a lot of other Toyota and Lexus product and, what’s more, it is a strong engine with high power outputs – 200kW and 336Nm, it is also managed so that efficiency isn’t overly compromised. But given its capacity and strength, it does like to work hard and freely, it will surge under acceleration providing a quick standstill to 100km/h time of 7.1sec.

Response to throttle request is sharp and instant, the power flows evenly through a six-speed automatic gearbox, the only transmission in the two-variant range.

The gearbox has a manual shift function at the main gearshift lever itself and through steering wheel-mounted paddles, but such is the strength of the engine and the management process which encourages early shifts so that fuel usage isn’t wasted, I mostly let the transmission change according to its own shift patterns.

Toyota claims a 9.3-litre per 100km/h (30mpg) combined cycle average which correlates well with my time with the test car at 10/100km (28mpg).

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keyless entry and ignition, and premium audio with iPod/USB connectivity.

For safety there is traction and stability control, complex air bag network, reversing camera, blind spot monitoring and ISOFIX child seat tethers.

Just like the Camry, the Aurion provides a pleasing driving experience and a level of comfort that rivals models with far greater pedigree. Every time I think that we might lose great cars like the Aurion when the Australian manufacturing industry shuts down, I can’t help but feel we are losing something traditionally Australasian.

Although large car sales have dwindled in recent years thanks to the popularity of sport utility vehicles, it’s been cars like the Aurion and other Aussie sedans that have paved the way for our desire of big cars and their big engines.

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At open road speed the Aurion cruises quietly, it glides through the air with just a slight hum off the Bridgestone Turanza tyres (225/45 x18in), only on coarse chip seal. It is a happy highway traveller, dispensing the kilometres with ease, and affording the occupants a comfortable, moderately firmed ride.

The spring and damper rates have been well engineered so that the Aurion will absorb uneven surfaces without jolting the cabin proper. The suspension will also keep the platform and body structure even when tackling the inevitable twists and turns.

Major items of equipment include dual zone climate control, comprehensive trip computer,

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Sumptuous, stylish and enduringly remarkable, this is a home for pure enjoyment!

Strong lines and highly defined angles command instant attention, from first impression down to the finest of detailing and most thoughtful of considerations, the home stands out.

The centrepiece is the expansive open plan living zone combining kitchen, dining, entertaining areas and a study nook. The designer kitchen is sleek and chic with a seemingly endless and impressive chattels list - Tristone worktops, soft close drawers, double oven and gas hobs, wine fridges, cooler/freezer drawer, dish drawers and a double-sided breakfast bar are just for starters.

A sound system throughout the living spaces, outdoor entertaining areas, garage and main bedroom will help set the atmosphere.

And of course the lounge/media room offers an all important built-in bar to really get the party started! Extensive floor to ceiling windows and doors create seamless indoor/ outdoor flow – the al fresco entertaining areas are equally as impressive with an expanse of Kwila decking, raised planters, precisely laid perimeter planting.

There are four fabulously sized double bedrooms, the master suite enjoying a private bathroom with double shower, a walk-in wardrobe and sliders to the deck. The family

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Enviable storage with great fit-outs throughout ensures the home is always ‘hosting ready’. There is an extra large internal access double garage (with it’s own bar) and off-street parking, guaranteeing plentiful space for all the toys.

Close to parks and shopping precincts, the home enjoys a quiet but convenient cul de sac location among similarly desirable family homes. Popular school zoning includes Roydvale Primary, Cobham Intermediate and Burnside High School.

For those who believe that life is for truly living – be quick to act! This fabulous home is ready to host its lucky new owners!

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Same day service. Selwyn Dealers. Phone 980 5812 or 027 313 8156 A+ Household effects, fridges, freezers, washing machines, ovens. Good cash paid. Ph 022 0891 671 TOOLS Garden, garage, woodworking, mechanical, engineering, sawbenches, lathes, cash buyer, ph 355-2045

THE BUSKER 8PM SATURDAY 19 Sept

ROBBIE DREW SPORTS HALL

SATURDAY 26th SEPT, 8PM ANTHONY EASTERBROOK-CARTER AND LIVE BAND

ORBISON-DIAMOND TRIBUTE SHOW Tickets $20

What’s On Guide

COMING ATTRACTIONS

BOOK Sale St Silas Anglican Church is holding a mega book sale, Sat 26th September 2015, 7.30am - 4pm, cnr Tuckers Rd & Main North Rd, Redwood, a church / community fundraiser, we will be selling books, new & secondhand, magazines, dvds, cds, games & puzzles

SATURDAY 10th OCTOBER, 8PM

FRESH FROM THEY'RE SELLOUT PERFORMANCE IN LAS VEGAS Madsen Promotions presents

EAGLES & BEEGEES TRIBUTE SHOW Tickets $20

• Hornby WMC • ph 349 9026 • 17 Carmen Road, Hornby

Tuition

Ph 027 282 5700

Thursday 17th September - Wednesday 23rd September EVEREST (M) MERCHANT OF VENICE (PG) LAST CAB TO DARWIN (M) ANDRE RIEU (G) MAZE RUNNER: 13 MINUTES (R16) THE SCORCH TRIALS (M) A WALK IN THE WOODS (M) TEMPEST (exempt) CHARLES LUNEY (exempt)

LETTERBOX ADVERTISING PRINT DESIGN DELIVERY

WORKINGMEN’S

CLUB

APPEARING THIS WEEKEND

Joan Adams (A.R.A.D) Solo Seal

Joan Adams (A.R.A.D) Solo Seal

Contact: Jo Fuller phone 364 7425 jo.fuller@starmedia.kiwi

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Classes for juniors to seniors or individual private lessons Preparation for examinations and competitions Full teaching registration BBO

Entertainment Ph: 03 379hat's1100 n W on inTow

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Classes for juniors to seniors or individual private lessons Preparation for examinations and competitions Full teaching registration BBO

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The Christchurch Star Company specialises in the printing and delivery of gloss mailers and letterbox flyers.

We offer a FREE professional Creative and Design service to ensure your advertising is effectively targetting your customers.

You can choose CHCH wide delivery to every home or target your delivery to where your customers live. Talk to us about the best option for your business.

www.hornbyworkingmensclub.co.nz Members, guests & affiliates welcome

www.newbrightonclub.co.nz

SHUTTLE RUNNING Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat

What's on

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS Members Lucky Card Draw

THIS SATURDAY, 7.30PM (26TH SEPT) UPSTAIRS LOUNGE

GUY CATER HYPNOTIST TICKETS $10

THIS SUNDAY (27TH SEPT) 12PM-4PM

CLUB OPEN DAY

See what's on offer! Mini tour for new members. Find out about participating in one of the club's Sporting Sections.

Bistro Open 12.30pm -2.30pm. Enjoy a day by the seaside!

- downstairs -

- upstairs -

ClubBISTRO PIERVIEW Restaurant Open Tuesday to Saturday 12pm-2pm and from 5pm.

Midweek SPECIAL

$10 ROAST Available Tuesday, Wedsnesday, & Thursday

Phone Mark on 364 74537453 or 021 800800 809809 • Email: mark@christchurchstar.co.nz Phone Mark on 364 or 021 • Email: mark@starmedia.kiwi

TAB POD

Quality a la carte with a view!

Open FRIDAY, SATURDAY, & SUNDAY from 5.30pm Bookings Recommended

FRIDAY SPECIAL: 2 for 1 Steak Sizzler Meals SUNDAY SPECIAL $25 3-Course Feast Soup - Roast - Dessert

202 Marine Parade | Ph 388-9416 Members, guests and affiliates welcome

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‘Famous for their roasts!’

Contact: Jo Fuller - phone 364 7425 jo.fuller@starmedia.kiwi

RESTAURANT & CAFÉ

Open daily from 6.30am - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

School Holidays Seniors SPECIAL Treat the Kids! Two courses Soup/Roast or

The biggest fun event for October

Roast/Dessert

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We are family friendly.

Great Kids menu plus designated play area.

Special available lunch only Monday - Saturday 12pm - 2.30pm Conditions apply.

Racecourse Hotel Motorlodge

118 Racecourse Rd, Sockburn, Christchurch. Ph 03 342 7150 www.racecoursehotel.co.nz (opposite Riccarton Raceway)

HARRINGTON'S HAS NEW OWNERS WHAT'S ON

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MON: KID'S DINE FREE TUES: NPPL POKER WED: QUIZ NIGHT (BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL) THURS: ACE THE DECK (Cash Prizes)

WHAT'S ON WHAT'S ON WHAT'S ON WHAT'S ON

Open from 9.30am till late

HARRINGTON'S

CAFÉ, BAR, & RESTAURANT

808 MAIN NORTH RD, BELFAST. PH 323 8898

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the Stamzagen (log cutting), Biscuit eating and also the Best-dressed competition. Lots of folk arrive in Dirndls and Lederhozen to make this a colourful event. The festival is also becoming popular with local German residents and tourists.

Tap beers on offer include Erdinger, the Bavarian Pilsner from Wigram Craft Brewery and the specially brewed Glättenburgbrau Lager. A large variety of imported German and European Beers will be available as well German style wines like Gewurtztraminer and Rieslings. Entry is $12 for Friday and $15 for Saturday.

Due to the past popularity of the event, tickets are flying and prior booking is advised. Book and pay for your tickets online now at Rosebank.co/Events and get early site entry (30 minutes prior to start of event).

Phone or email bookings are taken but payment must be made before the event to secure booking (phone 323 7353/ email bookings@rosebank.co). Food can be purchased online as well as the engraved Oktoberfest mugs.

And sorry, nobody is permitted to remain on site between Oktoberfest sessions on Saturday. This is a R18 event "Come and help to make this a great occasion for all and enjoy true Bavarian 'Gemutlichkeit'.

Ein Prosit!!!�

Our mission is to offer great customer service, great food and a great experience. We hope to see you soon!

Friday 2nd & Saturday 3rd October 2015 with 3 sessions

Entry Friday $12 / Saturday $15. Decide which sessions you want to attend and book early on 323 7353, or email bookings@rosebank.co

ROSEBANK ESTATE WINERY

180 Johns Road, Northwood | Phone 323 7353 Online bookings at www.rosebank.co/Events

HAPPY HOUR 5PM - 7PM DAILY

All you can eat, 7 days

Bookings Essential

PH 386 0088

fb.com/ GardenHotelRestaurant www.gardenhotel.co.nz

LIVE MUSIC

DUO

Lunch & Dinner

WHAT'S ON

...it has to be Oktoberfest, and where better than the annual Rosebank Oktoberfest in Christchurch. The 5th annual event this year takes place the first weekend in October, which coincides with the festival in Munich, Germany.

"This year we have a traditional German food menu designed by our European chefs and includes many typical items like Hogs, Schnitzels, Sauerkraut, Bratwurst, Pretzels,etc and even desserts like apple strudel and black forest cake. Food will be available throughout the event with prices ranging from $15 to $25. People are advised to book food in advance to avoid disappointment," said Ernest Glad, organizer of the event. (full menu available on website www.rosebank.co/events) The festival runs Friday 2nd October 6pm until 10pm and Saturday 3rd October from 12pm until 4.00pm and 6pm until 10pm "We have imported the decor from Germany to decorate and transform Rosebank into a Bavarian Beerfest creating a fantastic atmosphere," said Ernest.

This year the Canterbury Brass Band will provide the Oompah sounds and many traditional Oktoberfest music favourites will also be played. Canterbury Brass is an “A�

Grade Brass band.

The festival has become popular for its fun contests like the Stein carrying competition,

NOW POURING

Watch out for our NEW NAME coming soon!

Campbell

6PM FRIDAY 25th September

PHONE 385 8880 FIND US ON FACEBOOK fb.com/GBCCHCH

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Monday September 21 2015

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Selling or buying property?

You need to talk to Bellamy’s before making one of the biggest decisions of your life.

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Bellamy’s fee $2,233.60 plus marketing plus GST Our competitors pricing for this.. (you know who they are)

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Want to come work with Bellamy’s?

Call Mike 0800 741 147 Bellamy’s Real Estate Ltd MREINZ Licensed under REAA (2008)

For more information about our nationwide offices, visit our website www.bellamys.co.nz and watch our Campbell Live clip.

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Monday September 21 2015

You deserve a Girls’ daY out!

06 354 0498 expos.co.nz

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• Over 200 companies involved • Taste Zone • NZ Craft Zone • Fashion Zone • Fashion Parades • Goodie Bags

26th & 27th september, Christchurch Horncastle arena, Jack Hinton drive 10am-5pm. door sales $10. Children under 12 Free.

Join us at one of Christchurch’s largest events for women The annual Women’s Lifestyle Expo is back in Christchurch once more, and it is promising to be an event you won’t forget. With around 200 sites to browse, a fashion show, unique businesses to discover, shopping, bargains and laughter, the Expo is the ultimate day out for every woman.

Do not leave your eftpos card at home as this year there are more sites to shop from than ever before! From jewellery to health products, crafts, fitness, beauty, food, wine sampling, travel, business products, art, cosmetics, fashion and so much more; if they don’t have it, it’s not worth having. There is so much going on and with door sales only $10 there is every reason to visit and none to stay at home!

Take time for yourself; Have a Mother Daughter day out or grab the girlfriends and head to the Women’s Lifestyle Expo on this 26 and 27 September at the Horncastle Arena.

• Around 200 Companies Involved • Show only Specials • Great Shopping • Taste Zone • Goodie Bags • Craft Zone • Fashion Parades • Everything from wine & food to fashion, innovative products, health, beauty, home wares and much more

Grab a Goodie Bag bargain!

Only available for purchase at the Women’s Lifestyle Expo these goodie bags have become famous with Expo visitors who love a bargain. As always the bags this year are a mystery bag including a variety of skin care & cosmetic products a magazine and more.

Priced at only $20 with a minimum $70 value these bags are sure to be a hit with Expo visitors.

Only while stocks last.

Join us on Facebook to win Join our Facebook page at facebook.com/ WomensLifestyleExpo for special Expo news, competition updates and great deals year round.

Grab your girlfriends, mum or daughters and come have a great day out!

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Fabulous Expo shopping this year!

Prepare for your new Summer wardrobe and take advantage of all the fashion sites involved with the expo this year. From stunning dresses and tops to The Essential Fashion to Wear, Love & Rock with Halo & Hazard there will be lots to try on & buy at this year’s Expo. From size 8 to plus size fashion it's all there with fashion companies including Key Black, Glitter Glam Shoes, The Dresser, Angela Stone, Eclipse Fashion, Annah Stretton, UnMatched Shoes, Intimo, Halo & Hazard & more.

If you’ve been searching for the ultimate occasion The popular Craft Zone is back this year with for you and your girlfriends to get together, then some great local crafters. Kandle Co will have their decadent 100% Soy Wax candle range for sale, here it is. comprising of both contemporary and recycled The Women’s Lifestyle Expo is back and is warning vintage glassware. New exhibitor Iron Planters will you not to leave your eftpos card at home as this travel to the show from Dunedin with their range year the Expo has more sites to shop from than of colourful garden planters. Plus with fabric Bags ever before! From fashion, food, crafts, beauty, and Cushions, unique jewellery, original art, home health products, wine and so much more if they decor and more the Craft Zone will be the perfect place to browse for the perfect treat to take home. don’t have it, it’s not worth having.

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Women inspiring women This year the Expo has brought together some very her 37th birthday #whywait is about seizing the moment, inspirational women to meet Expo visitors. making every second count and not putting things off Each day Elora Harré, a.k.a The Shrinking Violet will for another day as life is too precious. Members of the talk about her amazing weight loss journey in the Expo group will also have their heads shaved at the Expo on the Demonstration Zone. At the beginning of 2013, Elora Saturday plus will be selling nail polish and painting nails was 19 and morbidly obese when she began her journey from their Expo site as a fundraiser. to better health by Also appearing in the experimenting with a few different nutritional Expo Demonstration approaches, before Zone this year is finding her calling international speaker in Paleo & Crossfit.

Dr Martha Nessler, A few months later, a powerful speaker her weight loss was whose sole purpose is going so well that she decided to start to ignite a spark within a Facebook page people allowing them and blog to share her to see their greatness journey and ultimately in all aspects of life! She help those on the same is raw and authentic journey as her. Elora is and will show you the now a massive 55+kg down and has 20,000+ followers on Facebook. Come necessary tools to have a life of “health, happiness, and hear Elora’s amazing story and guidance each day at the healing”.

Expo.

The Women’s Lifestyle Expo on this September 26th & This year the Expo is supporting Shocking Pink, a local support group helping young women through breast 27th at the Horncastle Arena, Christchurch. With door cancer, which are promoting the concept of #whywait. sales only $10 there is every reason to visit and none to Inspired by the loss of one of their trustees just days shy of stay at home!

For a ‘tasteful’ experience like no other, head to the ‘Taste Zone’ where businesses from all over New Zealand will be allowing you the opportunity to experience, try, and buy a range of fantastic products. From organic blackcurrants to quality dressings, beer and wine to smoked salmon you can tantalise your taste buds with a tasty treat from the Expo Taste Zone.

COST FREE SERVICING PROGRAMMES STILL GIVE YOU THE

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2–4 Shakespeare Rd Christchurch Ph: 03 366 5261.

North Street Timaru Ph: 03 684 4408

SEE NEW VITARA ON THE HOLLANDS STAND AT WOMEN’S LIFESTYLE EXPO

erry at Buy Snowb EXPO and ate 10% we will don d every of yours an the purchase to Charity Canterbury st Hospital Tru

Snowberry is proud of its association with Ferrymead printer, Pakworld - producer of Snowberry’s USA award-winning packaging

OF ALL THE WORLD'S ANTI-AGING SKIN CARE PRODUCTS...

Just one was invited to be presented to the 23rd World Congress of Dermatology

NZ Made and Designed

Sizes 10 - 24 Join our database at the expo & go in the draw to win one of two $100.00 vouchers.

Winners announced on our facebook page, Sunday 28th September 2015.

Find a stockist at www.snowberry.co.nz

27a Colombo Street. Cashmere.

03 337 1495. www.keyblack.co

SHOW SPECIAL $5 OFF

Any full priced jewellery item Including custom pendants

Find me in Row C18 www.facebook.com/merlesques

Must show this coupon to redeem. Valid for expo only.

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MONDAY SEPTEMBER 14 2015

Fabulous Expo shopping this year!

Prepare for your new Summer wardrobe and take advantage of all the fashion sites involved with the expo this year. From stunning dresses and tops to The Essential Fashion to Wear, Love & Rock with Halo & Hazard there will be lots to try on & buy at this year’s Expo. From size 8 to plus size fashion it's all there with fashion companies including Key Black, Glitter Glam Shoes, The Dresser, Angela Stone, Eclipse Fashion, Annah Stretton, UnMatched Shoes, Intimo, Halo & Hazard & more.

If you’ve been searching for the ultimate occasion The popular Craft Zone is back this year with for you and your girlfriends to get together, then some great local crafters. Kandle Co will have their decadent 100% Soy Wax candle range for sale, here it is. comprising of both contemporary and recycled The Women’s Lifestyle Expo is back and is warning vintage glassware. New exhibitor Iron Planters will you not to leave your eftpos card at home as this travel to the show from Dunedin with their range year the Expo has more sites to shop from than of colourful garden planters. Plus with fabric Bags ever before! From fashion, food, crafts, beauty, and Cushions, unique jewellery, original art, home health products, wine and so much more if they decor and more the Craft Zone will be the perfect place to browse for the perfect treat to take home. don’t have it, it’s not worth having.

Only

HOLLANDS

NEW VITARA IS HERE

Suzuki invented the compact SUV. Now, building on our unparalleled experience we’ve completely reinvented it. Be the first to experience the all new Vitara, from just $27,990 plus orc.

ENJOY THE UNIQUE HOLLANDS EXPERIENCE… WITH NEW VITARA!

FREE OF CHARGE

HOLLANDS SUZUKI CARS

WHEN YOU LIVE IN CANTERBURY

Whether you’re 19 or 90!

THE COMPACT SUV. REINVENTED.

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 14 2015

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Women inspiring women This year the Expo has brought together some very her 37th birthday #whywait is about seizing the moment, inspirational women to meet Expo visitors. making every second count and not putting things off Each day Elora Harré, a.k.a The Shrinking Violet will for another day as life is too precious. Members of the talk about her amazing weight loss journey in the Expo group will also have their heads shaved at the Expo on the Demonstration Zone. At the beginning of 2013, Elora Saturday plus will be selling nail polish and painting nails was 19 and morbidly obese when she began her journey from their Expo site as a fundraiser. to better health by Also appearing in the experimenting with a few different nutritional Expo Demonstration approaches, before Zone this year is finding her calling international speaker in Paleo & Crossfit.

Dr Martha Nessler, A few months later, a powerful speaker her weight loss was whose sole purpose is going so well that she decided to start to ignite a spark within a Facebook page people allowing them and blog to share her to see their greatness journey and ultimately in all aspects of life! She help those on the same is raw and authentic journey as her. Elora is and will show you the now a massive 55+kg down and has 20,000+ followers on Facebook. Come necessary tools to have a life of “health, happiness, and hear Elora’s amazing story and guidance each day at the healing”.

Expo.

The Women’s Lifestyle Expo on this September 26th & This year the Expo is supporting Shocking Pink, a local support group helping young women through breast 27th at the Horncastle Arena, Christchurch. With door cancer, which are promoting the concept of #whywait. sales only $10 there is every reason to visit and none to Inspired by the loss of one of their trustees just days shy of stay at home!

For a ‘tasteful’ experience like no other, head to the ‘Taste Zone’ where businesses from all over New Zealand will be allowing you the opportunity to experience, try, and buy a range of fantastic products. From organic blackcurrants to quality dressings, beer and wine to smoked salmon you can tantalise your taste buds with a tasty treat from the Expo Taste Zone.

COST FREE SERVICING PROGRAMMES STILL GIVE YOU THE

PEGASUS POST

2–4 Shakespeare Rd Christchurch Ph: 03 366 5261.

North Street Timaru Ph: 03 684 4408

SEE NEW VITARA ON THE HOLLANDS STAND AT WOMEN’S LIFESTYLE EXPO

erry at Buy Snowb EXPO and ate 10% we will don d every of yours an the purchase to Charity Canterbury st Hospital Tru

Snowberry is proud of its association with Ferrymead printer, Pakworld - producer of Snowberry’s USA award-winning packaging

OF ALL THE WORLD'S ANTI-AGING SKIN CARE PRODUCTS...

Just one was invited to be presented to the 23rd World Congress of Dermatology

NZ Made and Designed

Sizes 10 - 24 Join our database at the expo & go in the draw to win one of two $100.00 vouchers.

Winners announced on our facebook page, Sunday 28th September 2015.

Find a stockist at www.snowberry.co.nz

27a Colombo Street. Cashmere.

03 337 1495. www.keyblack.co

SHOW SPECIAL $5 OFF

Any full priced jewellery item Including custom pendants

Find me in Row C18 www.facebook.com/merlesques

Must show this coupon to redeem. Valid for expo only.

PEGASUS POST

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WIN A $12,000 Door PrIZE! PAINT ‘N’ SIP STUDIO™ paint. sip. party. socialise.

• A 4 day otago Central rail Trail Experience for two people, including accommodation, bike hire, bag transfer, curling, Taieri Gorge railway, plus more worth over $2000 • $1000 resene voucher • Virtual Lifestyle Design retreat from Body Enlightenment NZ worth $1000 • $2500 - The Ultimate Angela Stone Makeover Day Package – includes styling and wardrobe advice, shopping and more • Photography session and framed portrait worth $860 from Beverley Studios • $500 clothing package from Key Black

• Crown Limousines 2 hour hire of the Maserati Quattroporte • Snowberry Beauty skin care pack valued at $500 • A case of Ataahua Pinot Noir from Ataahua Wines • $500 services from KDMC Business Management Consultancy • $500 Set of freshwater cream pearl jewellery from Kagi • Private party valued at $600 from Paint ‘n’ Sip Studio • Click Weight Success Courses valued at $500 • 3 month supply of Teza organic Iced Tea • Crossfit bootcamp and nutrition pack from Simple Tasty Nutrition and Crossfit Christchurch

Discover new companies at the 2015 Expo What is a Women’s expo all about?

A variety of cosmetic and skincare products + Magazine + more...

VAlued At oVer $70

With around 200 companies involved in the Expo and thousands of visitors over the two days the Women’s Lifestyle Expo is now one of the largest events held in the region.

to business women, mothers to grandmothers and friends simply enjoying each other’s company”.

One of the appeals the Expo has to visitors is the variety of companies involved with everything from diamond jewellery and wineries to renovation products and kids Superhero Parties, so that there really is something for everyone and all ages.

If you have never been to a Women’s Expo, you are in for a treat, but you do need a few hours up your sleeve!

From sampling gourmet food, to trying on jewellery, learning about new businesses, watching fashion parades, checking out the latest in Outdoor Adventure Sports Gear and purchasing cosmetics and skin care, there is so much to see and do, and you will want to do it all!

Renee Murray from NZME Events, organiser of the Expo says “Our aim is to have as wide of a range of companies involved with the Expo as possible. Women are all different and their individual interests are so diverse. One woman may love the latest in makeup but the woman beside her may be more interested in unique travel options. It’s great on the weekend to see all the various women visit the show, from teenagers

Don’t miss this chance to see around 200 companies under one roof for one weekend!

The Expo is a perfect place to meet for a girl’s day out but it’s also a great place to escape and have some well-deserved “me time” if you prefer to browse the sites by yourself at your own pace. With so much going on and with Door sales only $10 there is every reason to visit and none to stay at home!

The Women’s Lifestyle Expo at Horncastle Arena, Jack Hinton Drive this 26th and 27th September. Door Sales only $10 and under 12 free.

Demonstration Zone Products subject to change.

Some products may be limited.

While stocks last.

11.00 A performance by The Christchurch Contemporary Music Centre 12noon The shrinking violet – Local sensation Elora Harré, will talk about her amazing weight loss journey - over 54.5kg in 2 years 1.00 Fashion Parade & Style Secrets lead by NZ Celebrity Stylist Angela Stone 2.00 Take Control of YOUR Health: 7 Health Strategies YOU Can Implement TODAY. Join Dr. Martha Nessler, International Health Strategist, and learn how to take 7 easy steps in your health today!

3.00 Shocking Pink Charitable Trust will be holding a fundraising Head Shave for the #whywait September campaign in memory of Ness (Saturday Only) 3.30 Fun Fitness Demonstration from the team at Crossfit Christchurch

06 354 0498 expos.co.nz