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Doggone good home 

• By Tom Doudney 

SHE MAY have had a rough 

background but the first dog to be 

successfully rehomed from Selwyn’s 

new pound is settling in great with 

her new Rolleston family. 

Sasha, a staffordshire bull terrier, 

recently moved in with her new 

family Chris and Lisa Burrows and 

their two children, Sophie, 3, and 

Mackenzie, 16 months. 

Mrs Burrows said it already felt 

like Sasha had always been with 

them and Sophie loved her. 

“Sasha is really good with her 

which is great,” Mrs Burrows said. 

“We actually just had our 17-yearold 

border collie put to sleep, that’s 

the reason we were looking for 

another dog, and seeing Sasha on 

the council website we fell in love as 

soon as we met her.” 

Sasha had been very timid when 

the family came to see her and it was 

suspected she had been abused before 

she was abandoned and picked 

up by dog control officers. 

“But as soon as we got her home 

and into our environment it was 

amazing – all she wants to do is be 

loved and she just relaxed straight 

away,” Mrs Burrows said. 

The new district council operated 

pound just outside Rolleston has 

been in service since July. Previously, 

pound facilities for Selwyn 

dogs were provided by a private 

contractor. 

It can accommodate up to 20 dogs 

and has separate facilities for each 

one as well as a dog exercise area. 

Last year 109 Selwyn dogs were 

picked up by the district council’s 

animal control team. 

HAPPY HOME: Chris Burrows with Sasha, the first dog rehomed from the new pound 

near Rolleston. 

PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN 

Extensive 

election 

coverage 

in today’s 

issue 

SELWYN WILL know who their 

new mayor is in just under three 

weeks. 

Postal voting for the local body 

elections closes on October 8. 

There are five candidates to 

take over the mayoral chains 

from the retiring Kelvin Coe. 

Today we profile all five on page 

8, with further local body coverage 

on pages 9, 10, 12 and 13. 

While 35,126 eligible Selwyn 

voters have enrolled to vote and 

will be receiving their voting 

papers, many eligible voters are 

not enrolled. 

Selwyn electoral officer 

Douglas Marshall said that while 

electoral rolls had now closed, 

people could still enrol to vote by 

requesting special voting papers. 

In 2013, Selwyn recorded a 43 

per cent turnout at local elections 

– slightly above the national 

figure of 41 per cent. 

Voting papers are being mailed 

out to registered voters. Special 

voting papers can also be collected 

from the district council’s 

Rolleston headquarters or from 

Darfield, Leeston or Lincoln 

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Tuesday September 20 2016 

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SELWYN TIMES 

FROM 

THE 

EDITOR’S 

DESK News...... 3-7, 16-17 & 24 

THE DISTRICT council appears 

to just about had the last say on 

the controversial decision to take 

away car parking along the main 

street of Lincoln. 

I’ve previously said my bit on 

that – I don’t think it’s a good 

decision. 

Cycling campaigner Don Babe 

gave me an upper cut in last 

week’s edition; and today Lincoln 

business owner Lynn Townsend 

takes a swing at Babe’s viewpoint 

in a column on page 20. 

He also signals in our news 

story on page 3 that legal action 

to overturn the district council’s 

decision could be in the wind. 

And on another note, tickets are 

running out for the Live in Lincoln 

comedy show on Saturday, 

October 8. 

It’s great to see shows like this 

now coming to the district, and 

great to see locals are supporting 

them. – Barry Clarke 

A look into the upcoming Hororata Highland Games 

NEWS 16 

Elections...........................8-13 

Local Achievers.......... 17 

Our People..................18-19 

Your Views............. 20-21 

Sport......................................... 25 

Community Events...26 

Taste...........................................27 

Gardening...............28-29 

Driven.......................................39 

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SELWYN TIMES Tuesday September 20 2016 3 

News 

Legal action likely after 

council reaffirms loss of car parks 


AT LEAST one Lincoln business 

owner is considering legal 

action after the district council 

reaffirmed its decision to remove 

75 car parks on Gerald St. 

At its meeting last week the 

district council heard from four 

business owners concerned over 

the removal of the parks in favour 

of a cycleway as part of the 

Lincoln Town Centre plan. A 

further 20 business owners had 

signed a statement of support. 

The plan would see extra 

car parks added in side streets 

and on a public car park before 

the Gerald St car parks were 

removed. However, the business 

owners were concerned that the 

loss of car parks on the main 

street would see people drive on 

past instead of stopping at their 

stores. 

Lincoln Hammer Hardware 

owner Lynn Townsend said the 

district council’s decision was 

madness. 

“I believe it will not be difficult 

to put together a significant 

‘war chest’ by way of monetary 

contributions to fight a legal 

battle over this issue if need be,” 

he said. 

FRUSTRATIONS AIRED: Lincoln business owners, from 

left, Phillipa Boa, Chrissy Partridge, Lynn Townsend and 

Steve Morgan spoke at last week’s district council meeting 

expressing their concerns over the removal of car parks on 

Gerald St. 

PHOTO: TOM DOUDNEY 

The district council had 

shown “no consideration given 

to the commercial reality that 

businesses will suffer from lack 

of car parking and therefore lack 

of business. We don’t intend to 

back down,” Mr Townsend said. 

“I presume the way forward is, 

when Lincoln businesses close 

because of poor patronage, due 

to the shortage of car parking, 

we all get on our bicycles and 

pedal off to Hornby to do our 

shopping.” 

Lincoln Coffee Culture owner 

Chrissy Partridge said the 

district council’s decision was 

not great but “we just have to go 

with it really.” 

The district councillors heard 

a deputation from Spokes Canterbury 

chairman Don Babe in 

support of the plan and listened 

to a presentation from staff 

explaining the rationale behind 

the changes. 

Mr Babe said the plan would 

encourage more cyclists and 

pedestrians to visit shops on 

Gerald St, which would benefit 

the business owners. 

As well as endorsing the plan 

as it stood, district councillors 

asked staff to implement stronger 

enforcement of restricted 

parking time limits already in 

place to ensure drivers did not 

take up car parks for too long. 

Deputy mayor Sarah Walters 

referred to the Lincoln Community 

Committee’s submission in 

support of the plan during the 

consultation process. 

“I accept that the business 

owners have some concerns but 

I still think it’s a good plan,” she 

said. 

•Mr Townsend speaks out, p20 

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NEW LINCOLN SCHOOL 

A year 1-8 school is the preferred 

option for the Lincoln community 

when a new school opens 

there in 2019. The Ministry of 

Education had been consulting 

with the community on a range 

of options to take pressure off 

Lincoln Primary School, which 

has had to split its pupils over 

two sites due to its growing roll. 

The options, which include a 

year 1-4 school and a year 7-10 

school, among other possibilities, 

were consulted on through 

a series of workshops and an 

online survey. Of those who took 

part in the survey, 51.5 per cent 

ranked the year 1-8 school as 

their preferred option. 

MCEVEDY STANDS DOWN 

District councillor and mayoral 

candidate Pat McEvedy has said 

he will stand down from the 

Selwyn Waihora Zone Committee 

following local body elections 

in October. Cr McEvedy, 

who has represented the district 

council on the committee for 

six years, said he felt it would 

be good for the committee to 

refresh its membership. He said 

his decision would stand if he 

was elected as mayor or as a 

district councillor. 

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News 

River walk in protest 



ABOUT 50 people took part in 

a walk covering the length of 

the Selwyn-Waikirikiri River 

from Glentunnel to Te Waihora/ 

Lake Ellesmere to express their 

concerns over water quality in 

Selwyn. 

The 65km walk was carried 

out over four days from Thursday 

to Sunday with walkers 

going home overnight and 

resuming from the same point 

the next day. 

Mike Glover, a Springston 

South artist who organised the 

walk with some friends, said the 

group wanted to draw attention 

to the state of Selwyn’s rivers and 

groundwater in the lead-up to 

the local body elections. 

“It was just so that people’s 

attention is drawn to the fact 

that we have got pretty shocking 

things happening with water 

in Selwyn and it is a chance for 

them to vote for ECan and council 

representation,” Mr Glover 

said. 

“We would like people to 

vote for people who are going 

to take water issues incredibly 

seriously.” 

Mr Glover said the growth of 

toxic algae in the Selwyn River 

MAKING A POINT: Walkers traversed the Selwyn/Waikirikiri 

River from Glentunnel to Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere to express 

water quality concerns. 

near where he lived in recent 

times had been the last straw for 

him. 

“As a parent, it enrages me that 

my daughter can’t swim in the 

local river.” 

Walkers transported some 

water from the river’s headwaters 

above Glentunnel to the 

lake where they poured it in as 

a symbolic gesture of how the 

river’s water changed from clean 

to polluted by the time it entered 

the lake. 

Water treatment 

reduces risk 


NEW TREATMENT methods, 

including chlorination, for at 

risk Selwyn drinking water 

supplies appear to be paying 

off with the number of samples 

testing positive for E. coli falling 

dramatically over the last four 

years. 

E. coli was detected in nine 

samples in the 12 months to June 

30, down from 84 four years 

ago, with the numbers having 

dropped each consecutive year 

since then. 

During the same period, the 

number of samples taken has 

increased every year from 2659 

four years ago to 5204 last year. 

The figures, which were 

revealed in a recent report to the 

district council’s Audit and Risk 

Committee, have come out as 

the Christchurch City Council 

considers chlorinating water 

supplies in its north-western 

suburbs due to the risk of contamination. 

District councillor Grant Miller, 

a member of the Audit and 

Risk Committee, said the introduction 

of district-wide rating 

for water supplies had enabled 

improved treatment techniques 

SELWYN TIMES 

such as chlorination and UV 

treatment for some Selwyn supplies 

where the funds would not 

previously have been available. 

The district council has 30 water 

supplies of which five are now 

chlorinated; these being Acheron, 

Castle Hill, Dalethorpe, 

Hororata and Springfield. 

Cr Miller said those supplies 

tended to be sourced from river 

water or where high turbidity 

was involved. He believed it was 

unlikely the district council 

would look at chlorinating further 

supplies in the near future. 

“Selwyn people have clearly 

stated to us in the past they don’t 

want additives in their water,” 

he said. 

“At some stage in the future, 

we are going to have to ask our 

community again if that is what 

they want, but that is what they 

have quite clearly said in the 

past.” 

The Audit and Risk Committee 

had asked for the report after 

an estimated 5200 of Havelock 

North’s 14,000 residents succumbed 

to a gastro illness last 

month when water from the 

town’s supply became contaminated. 

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Ken Stevens, a case manager from the Ministry of Social Development, will be 

visiting Selwyn in October to answer questions on payments, entitlement, and any 

other matters regarding superannuation. 

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Police: Man crashed his ‘stolen’ car 


A LINCOLN man who claims 

his car was stolen crashed it 

himself while drink driving, 

before fleeing the scene, police 

allege. 

The 23-year-old man has 

been charged with excess breath 

alcohol, careless driving, failing 

to accompany police and making 

a false complaint. He appeared in 

Christchurch District Court on 

Friday. 

Sergeant Grant Stewart said 

the man’s breath alcohol 

reading had been 1195mcg/L 

and police believed he had been 

travelling at more than the 

100km/h speed limit when he 

crashed into a ditch on 

Tancreds Rd. 

The man, who was uninjured, 

had then allegedly left the scene 

in spite of a local farmer who 

chased him through a paddock 

to try and stop him leaving. 

Another person who saw the 

farmer chasing the man had 

called police. 

“We did some pretty quick 

inquiries at the scene and 

relocated him at a rural property 

further down Tancreds Rd where 

he was actually living,” Sergeant 

Stewart said. 

Under the questioning the man 

IN THE MUD: The owner of this car which ended up in a ditch 

near Lincoln last week claims the car was stolen, but police say 

he crashed it himself while drink driving. 

claimed he hadn’t been driving 

the car when it was crashed into 

the ditch and that it had been 

stolen. 

Sergeant Stewart said the man 

had a distinctive appearance and 

his description matched that 

provided by witnesses including 

that of someone who gave him a 

lift home after the crash. 

Development of 

reserve land likely 


A CONTROVERSIAL decision 

to carve up Rolleston Reserve 

for development looks set to go 

ahead. 

District councillors have 

voted to recommend asking 

Minister of Conservation Maggie 

Barry to exchange the reserve 

status on part of Rolleston 

Reserve for land at Foster Park. 

Fifty residents and groups 

made submissions against the 

land exchange, with residents 

near the reserve concerned 

about a lack of space for their 

children to play close to home 

and the loss of peace and quiet 

if it was developed. There were 

nine submissions in support of 

the proposal. 

Rolleston resident Leighton 

Crocker said he was disappointed 

in the decision. 

“What would have happened 

in Christchurch if our forefathers 

had decided to build on 

Hagley Park?” he said. 

“We’re not happy at all actually 

but we can’t do anything 

about it, we have fought the 

fight and have basically gone as 

far as we can go at this stage.” 

The proposal would see the 

reserve status on 4.3ha of land 

at Rolleston Reserve transferred 

to 30ha of land at Foster Park. 

The exchange would allow 

around half of Rolleston Reserve 

to be redeveloped for a range 

of community and commercial 

activities including a new library 

complex, a public square, retail 

shops and car parking. 

Submissions on the exchange 

proposal were considered by 

a hearing panel made up of 

barrister and planning commissioner 

David Caldwell and district 

councillor Nigel Barnett. 

The panel considered that the 

exchange and the development 

of Foster Park as a sports hub 

would result in a better recreational 

outcome for the community 

than what was offered by 

Rolleston Reserve currently. 

The reserve exchange proposal 

will be put to Ms Barry 

later this year. If approved, the 

development of retail and commercial 

spaces could start as 

early as 2018. 

•HAVE YOUR SAY: Should 

the Rolleston Reserve 

land exchange go ahead? 

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News 

Plan for social housing 

Ellesmere, 


SEVEN DARFIELD houses set 

to be sold by the district council 

could become social housing 

after a last minute request by the 

Two Rivers Community Trust. 

The district council is selling 

the properties on Ritso St 

because it no longer sees itself as 

having a significant role in the 

provision of rental housing. 

Ngai Tahu will have first option 

on the properties due to 

treaty settlement obligations and 

after that the current tenants 

will have the opportunity to buy 

them. 

If neither wish to purchase the 

properties, non-profit organisations 

looking to provide social 

housing will be next in line 

before the properties are put on 

the open market. 

The non-profit option was 

not on the list until Two Rivers 

Community Trust chairman 

Paul Cossey made a deputation 

to the district council meeting 

on Wednesday, just before district 

councillors voted on how to 

dispose of the property. 

Mr Cossey said the trust 

would like to put together a 

proposal on using the properties 

for social housing but that would 

take time and if they were put 

on the open market they would 

likely be snapped up by private 

CHANGING SPACES: District council-owned rental 

properties on Ritso St in Darfield could become social 

housing under a new owner. 

buyers before the trust could act. 

“At present, social housing 

exists with the Haunui Trust, 

which is for people in retirement, 

and the council own a 

couple of pensioner flats and 

that’s it,” he said. 

“I understand Selwyn has one 

Housing New Zealand house in 

the whole of the district so to me 

there is an issue about access to 

social housing.” 

Mr Cossey said providing social 

housing would benefit older 

residents looking to down size, 

people who were unemployed 

or on low incomes and young 

adults looking to move out of 

home. 

The trust would seek to work 

in collaboration with other local 

social welfare groups on the proposal 

and, if it went ahead, it was 

likely a charitable trust would 

need to be set up to manage the 

housing. 

Malvern area 

plans adopted 

AREA PLANS to guide 

the growth of townships 

in Ellesmere and Malvern 

through to 2031 have been 

adopted by the district 

council. 

The plans include options 

for where residential and 

business development could 

occur, if needed, and future 

district council infrastructure 

and service projects that may 

be required in different townships. 

Although the plans do not 

re-zone any land, they will 

help guide the District Plan 

Review, which began this year, 

along with other council plans 

and policies and privately 

initiated plan changes. 

The plans identify preferred 

future development areas in 

many of the townships within 

Malvern and Ellesmere. As a 

result of submissions, a number 

of additional preferred 

development areas have been 

identified in Leeston, Doyleston 

and Hororata. 

Some of the concepts included 

in the plans to be 

carried out in the future 

include: 

•Undertaking town centre 

studies in Leeston, Darfield, 

Springfield and Southbridge, 

looking at issues such as transport, 

beautification, accessibility 

of community facilities and 

business land. 

•Working with KiwiRail 

and the NZ Transport Agency 

to look at issues relating to the 

state highway and railway line 

in Darfield, Dunsandel, Sheffield 

and Kirwee. 

•In Darfield and Leeston, 

looking at intensification 

opportunities close to the 

town centre to provide more 

housing options, such as social 

housing and housing for older 

people and also the feasibility 

of establishing a walking/cycling 

link between McHughs 

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Join one of over 50 free walks in Selwyn, Christchurch and Waimakariri as part 

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Two local walks are taking place during the festival: 

· Rakaia Gorge Experience (Tuesday 27 September, 10am-4pm). Enjoy 

magnificent views and learn about the area from a DOC guide. Suitable 

for fit individuals, but not for buggies or wheelchairs. 11km. 

· Harts Creek Sneak (Thursday 29 September, 10am-12pm) Meet at 31 Lower 

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Other walks you can join are at Mona Vale, in ancient native forests at 

Riccarton Bush, at Roto Kohatu Lakes (a Great Dog Walk) and an 

Orienteering Treasure Hunt for kids at Halswell Quarry. For details see 

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SELWYN TIMES 

Five candidates are vying to be Selwyn’s 

next mayor. The Selwyn Times spoke to 

each of them to find out why they believe 

they deserve your vote. 

•More election coverage on pages 10,12 

and 13 

Elections 16 

Sam Broughton 

Cr Broughton said his ability 

to connect with different 

generations and the drive to 

see things through will set him 

apart from other mayoralty 

candidates. A two term district 

councillor, at 35 he is the 

youngest of the five mayoral 

candidates by 13 years. 

“I have an energy and a vision to see things into 

the future; things that are going to be around 

while I’m living to see them come to fruition,” Cr 

Broughton said. 

“I’m really keen to be part of a council which 

has a range of people on it that bring different 

points of view. I would like to see the leadership 

of the council have some drive and passion and I 

think I can bring that.” 

Cr Broughton believed the district council had 

done a good job during his six years and could 

be proud of its “forward looking” approach to 

strategic planning. 

He wanted to see it improve on communicating 

with the community and said he would lead an 

inclusive council where everyone’s view was listened 

to and decisions were made corroboratively. 

Cr Broughton is on the Coleridge Habitat Enhancement 

Trust, and Rolleston Christian School 

board of trustees, runs the day spa at Terrace 

Downs with wife Liz, and has long been involved 

with youth work at Darfield Baptist Church and 

Two Rivers Community Trust. 

Sarah Walters 

Cr Walters said her extensive 

local government experience and 

background living in both urban and 

rural communities make her the best 

candidate for the mayoralty. 

Cr Walters has served three terms 

on the district council, the last two as 

deputy mayor, and believes she is well 

prepared for the top job. 

“I have been working really hard over the last three 

years, I have got a really high level of knowledge at different 

levels of local government.” 

She is district council’s representative on the Joint 

Regional Transport Committee and on delegations to 

several local government meetings. 

“I think it’s an absolute necessity to Selwyn that both 

[rural and urban] areas do well and thrive,” she said. 

Stepping in as acting mayor on several occasions 

while Kelvin Coe was away had given her the chance to 

experience some aspects of the role already. 

Cr Walters said the district council had done a good 

job during her three terms but there was room for 

improvement. 

“One of the areas I have been working on over the 

last three years is transport and I think there are some 

things we can do better on there. I have been a strong 

advocate of improving walking and cycling facilities 

but I would also like to see public transport improved 

as well.” 

Debra Hasson 

After seven terms and more than 20 

years on the district council, Debra Hasson 

believes her long service and sound 

knowledge of local government has prepared 

her well to take on the mayoralty. 

She said that over the years, whenever 

there had been a gap in her knowledge she 

had taken steps to educate herself. 

“Where I have seen issues like environmental 

management lacking in local government, I went 

back to university and up-skilled myself,” she said. 

In 2001 she completed a master’s degree in environmental 

management and planning, with her research covering the 

Resource Management Act, the Rating Powers Act and the 

Local Government Act. 

She believed the district council had done an exceptional 

job in general but there were areas where improvement was 

needed. 

“I know you could say that our natural environment is 

the responsibility of our regional council but we, as a local 

authority, have to work in partnership with Environment 

Canterbury, so it’s all about developing partnerships to get 

results,” she said. 

She wanted to implement new processes at district council 

meetings to make sure everyone had a fair hearing, whether 

it was other district councillors or members of the community. 

“They need to go away assured that we have listened to 

their concerns and tried to accommodate them.” 

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Pat McEvedy 

District councillor Pat McEvedy is counting on his record as a leader in both 

the community and in business circles to set him apart from the other candidates 

come election time. 

“I think the key to this election isn’t the issues in front of us because the council 

will manage those issues, the key to this election is who has the ability to unite 

and lead a good strong cohesive council,” Cr McEvedy said. 

“I think I’ve got a pretty good record of working with Ngai Tahu, DOC, Fish & 

Game and other councils – all of those groups that we need to be working with.” 

Cr McEvedy has been on the district council for two terms and represented it on 

several committees and working parties, including the Selwyn Waihora Zone Committee, which he 

chaired for several years while it developed rules around land use and water quality for the district. 

He is also the chairman or trustee on several trusts and a director of three companies. 

Cr McEvedy believed the district council was doing a good job but could do better. 

“I think our communication needs to be better and that’s one area that I will concentrate on and 

also I think the speed with which we actually get things done could be better,” he said. 

Bill Woods 

Mr Woods believes he is the only one of the five mayoral candidates who 

represents change and genuine accountability. 

“I’m the only one who is not an existing councillor so I’m the only one who can 

actually criticise the present council because those other candidates are the ones 

that created the position it’s in now,” Mr Woods said. 

A former Selwyn mayor (from 1992 to 1995) and district councillor himself, he 

said today’s district council was out of control with rates and staff numbers having 

massively increased. 

“They haven’t tar-sealed a shingle road in the rural areas for over 10 years so of 

course all the farmers and rural people are paying rates and not getting any services.” 

He described the current district councillors as “puppets” who agreed with whatever the staff put 

in front of them and said he would bring accountability to the role. 

“The main thing that I stand out from the other candidates is that I do not believe that the council 

is always right,” he said. 

“The council, if they make mistakes, I would be the first to admit it and do something about it.” 

Mr Woods is a director of Taege Engineering. He formerly owned a poultry farm, as well as a store 

at Springfield and garage at Sheffield. 

People can once again cast a vote for representation 

onto Environment Canterbury. The area is represented by 

the Mid-Canterbury Constituency with one candidate to 

be elected. 

Nicky Snoyink 

“Kia ora! I was born and grew up in Mid-Canterbury. I love 

living in Canterbury but lament what has happened to our 

rivers, streams and plains. I grew up roaming the region’s 

rivers and lakes, when water was clean and abundant. I want 

to be part of a regional council which promotes policies that 

result in a fair and workable system, where all sectors of the 

community can determine how water is allocated and used; where our 

communities are well connected by a safe and efficient transport system 

and where the well-being of people and the environment is the priority.” 

John Sunckell 

“I am a third generation dairy farmer from the Leeston area. 

I am married to Karen and we have two children, one studying 

environmental management at Otago University and our 

second still at high school. As a family, we have a strong community 

focus, particularly with St John Ambulance, our youth 

programme and on-road operationally. I am a qualified paramedic 

and also chairman of Selwyn Central St John, leading the funding 

and building of a new ambulance station in Rolleston. My involvement 

in water matters goes back to the mid 2000s, when the Selwyn/Rakaia 

area went through a consent review process. From there, it was a natural 

progression to become involved in the (Canterbury Water Management 

Strategy) and the Selwyn/Te Waihora Zone Committee.” 

John Foster 

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University and have had a varied career as a field exploration 

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Three mayoral candidates are also standing as district councillors, positions 

they would be able to take up should their bid for the mayoralty be 

unsuccessful. They are Pat McEvedy in Ellesmere, Debra Hasson in Springs 

and Bill Woods in Malvern. 

•More candidates, p12 & p13 

Grant 

Miller: 

Springs 

Ward – 

district 

councillor 

As a district councillor 

for the past 

three years I have 

enjoyed the challenge 

and responsibility 

of rebuilding and 

reshaping Selwyn to 

reflect our change 

and growth. There are 

a number of Springs 

Ward projects I would 

like to see brought to 

fruition over the next 

three years including 

the Lincoln Town 

Centre Plan, equitable 

rating of community 

centres, planning for 

a new Prebbleton 

Community Centre 

and building of 

the new combined 

Community/Sports 

facility at Rhodes 

Park, Tai Tapu. I live 

and farm on the outskirts 

of Tai Tapu and 

am a current member 

of the NZ Institute of 

Directors. 

Tony 

Palmer: 

Springs 

Ward – district 

councillor 

I’m a journalist/ 

broadcaster and small 

business owner. I’ve 

lived in Tai Tapu for 

28 years. I’ve raised 

my family here and 

I’m passionate about 

Selwyn. I want its 

natural beauty and 

precious resources, 

especially water, to be 

intelligently managed 

and central to long 

term planning. Our 

district has changed 

rapidly post-earthquakes, 

accommodating 

diverse new communities 

and growing 

fast. Our ever increasing 

rates bills suggest a 

need for such population 

growth, but also 

for tighter fiscal scrutiny. 

I offer myself as an 

independent candidate 

with professional communications 

skills, previous 

regional council 

experience. 

Harry 

Schat: 

Ellesmere 

Ward - district 

councillor 

I have farmed in 

Ellesmere f or 30 

years, been chairman 

of Springston branch 

of Federated Farmers. 

I served as chairman 

of North Canterbury 

Federated Farmers 

dairy section for three 

years while being vice 

president of provincial, 

and then served 

three years as North 

Canterbury provincial 

president. I have been 

working with ECan 

on the farming focus 

group for environmental 

sustainability. On 

serving on these committees 

I believe I have 

the ability to work with 

people from all walks 

of life, hear their concerns 

and bring them 

to the council table. 

Kerry 

Pauling: 

Malvern 


councillor 

and community 

board member for the 

Tawera subdivision 

I am standing for 

council having completed 

three years 

on the Malvern 

Community Board. 

Taking the next step 

will enable me to be 

more effective at keeping 

Malvern issues in 

front of council and 

getting resolutions. 

Involvement in the 

community has been 

a lifetime commitment. 

Current involvement 

includes Kowai 

Pass Domain Board, 

Malvern Collie Club, 

President Canterbury 

Dog Trial Association, 

Malvern A&P association 

and Assistant 

coach DRFC A diverse 

background of working 

as a shearer, police 

officer, contractor and 

farmer brings a balanced 

common sense 

approach. 

Elections 16 

Bob 

Mugford: 

Malvern 

Ward – district 

councillor 

and community 


Tawera subdivision 

Bob was awarded a 

community Service 

award, for the 

Glentunnel Hall 

rebuild committee. His 

current involvement 

with our community is 

deputy chairman of the 

Malvern Community 

Board, deputy chairman 

of Malvern St 

John Area Committee, 

chairman of Lake 

Coleridge Township 

Committee, chairman 

of Glentunnel 

Hall Committee and is 

on the committees of 

Friends of the Darfield 

Hospital, Glenroy Hall, 

Whitecliffs Township 

and Glentunnel 

Township. Bob is 

friendly and approachable 

and is also at hand 

to hear your community 

concerns. 

Jenny 

Gallagher: 

Malvern 

Ward – 

community 


Hawkins subdivision 

I have lived in Kirwee 

for 44 years and 

been chairwoman of 

Malvern Community 

Board for six years, 

seeing McHugh’s 

Plantation develop 

into a Recreation 

Reserve and a cycleway 

from Coalgate 

to Glentunnel. My 

Community involvement 

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Township, Darfield 

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Reserve, Courtenay 

Reserve, Malvern 

Lions, Courtenay 

A&P and Kirwee 

Community Response. 

I am keen to promote 

the establishment of a 

Men’s Shed and cycleway/walkways 

between 

townships. 

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Malvern 

Ward – 

community 



I am currently a member 

of the Malvern 

Community Board and 

look forward to representing 

you again for 

the next three years. I 

am very familiar with 

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and project management. 

Involvement 

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the past has included 

Kirwee School Board 

of Trustees, Darfield 

High School PTA 

and the Darfield 

Township Committee. 

I am a Trustee of the 

Malvern Health and 

Community Welfare 

Trust and a Justice of 

the Peace. 

I am a strong advocate 

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Nicole Reid: 

Selwyn Central 


councillor 

I live in Rolleston 

with my husband 

and our three children. 

I have an engineering and 

planning background and I’d love 

to bring my experience to the 

council table. I had involvement 

with getting the Rolleston Drive 

school crossing operating. I have 

also been actively advocating on 

behalf of the Rolleston Residents 

Association, as chairperson, for 

safer pedestrian and cycle networks. 

Our district is growing 

fast but developments need to be 

future-proofed, and suitable for 

all ages and abilities. We need to 

engage our whole community so 

they feel involved to contribute 

ideas towards making Selwyn a 

great place to live. 

Megan Hands: 

Malvern Ward – 

community board 

member for the 


Twenty-six years 

old from a proud farming 

background, my partner and 

I have recently purchased our 

Peter Hill: 



councillor 

During the past six 

years on council I 

have been a strong 

advocate for community values. 

This has included passionate 

pleading for very careful use 

of our precious fresh water, 

consistent support for safety 

improvements of our driving 

environment, wholehearted 

promotion of public art and a 

caring approach to the whole of 

the environment. From this sort 

of foundation, I will advance 

these causes and any other which 

will make Selwyn an even better 

place to live. A strong sense of 

natural justice and an intuitive 

grasp of the meaning of fairness 

and democracy make me the 

ideal candidate for re-election. 

Craig Watson: 



councillor 

Standing with 

a vision of an 

Independent Selwyn, 

I do not want us to simply 

become a housing estate for 

Christchurch. I will be available 

and attentive, listening to 

your views and making evidence 

based decisions. I have a history 

of community service, youthful 

energy and common sense. We 

love it here and I will work to see 

Selwyn stay a safe, prosperous, 

supportive and friendly place 

to reside. My background is in 

health management and governance. 

A vote for me will bring 

a fresh voice with sensible ideas. 

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first home in the Malvern community. 

Since moving to Selwyn 

to study at Lincoln University 

in 2009 I am delighted to have 

made this area home. Through 

active involvement in community 

organisations and work in 

resource management consultancy, 

I have an understanding 

of the challenges and opportunities 

rural services and councillors 

covering large geographical 

areas face. 

I am excited by the prospect 

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and ensuring the Malvern voice 

is heard. 

Elections 16 

Jeff Bland: 



councillor 

For 19 years, I have 

lived in the Selwyn 

Central Ward with 

my wife Julie and family. Three 

years ago I retired from the 

police. The last four years of 

my 38 year career were based 

in Selwyn. I have served on the 

Selwyn Central Community 

board and many local community 

groups. It is my privilege 

to have served this community 

as your ward councillor for the 

last six years. I again ask for 

your vote so that I can continue 

to provide an honest, open and 

common sense approach to 

resolve the issues and challenges 

that face Selwyn. 

Mark Alexander: 



councillor 

My vision for Selwyn 

is a place that we 

will continue to be 

proud of. A caring, safe, community 

with a range of housing 

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Chris Martin: 

Springs Ward - 

district councillor 

I have 27 years experience 

with councils 

advocating for youth 

and communities. 

During this time, projects I have 

worked on have won international 

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their community involvement 

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Malcolm Lyall: 

Springs Ward - 


I have a strong vision 

for Selwyn’s future. I 

am passionate about 

preserving the best 

of the lifestyle that this district 

offers, while embracing the 

opportunities created by growth 

for its people. 

I am experienced voice around 

the council table. 

I have successfully represented 

the aspirations and needs of 

the people of Springs ward. I 

have been instrumental in projects 

including the Prebbleton 

Community Cottage, the Down 

by the Liffey Gallery and the 

Lincoln Event Centre. 

I am standing again because I 

have a genuine passion for this 

role and there are projects that I 

would like to see completed. 

John [Jum] 

Morten: 

Malvern Ward - 


After 40 years farming 

in the Malvern 

ward I am now a 

resident of Darfield. 

I’ve had the privilege of representing 

the Malvern ward for 12 

years. 

I value working with community 

committees and residents on a 

range of projects, finding solutions 

for their issues or acting as 

the connection with council. I 

am approachable and accessible. 

I am committed to providing 

strong and effective local governance 

for the long term benefit 

of our community and I believe 

I have the skill, experience and 

enthusiasm to continue representing 

the Malvern ward of the 

Selwyn District Council. 

Karen Meares: 

Malvern 

Community 

Board - Tawera 

Subdivision 

I have lived in the 

Selwyn high country 

all my life. I work in tourism and 

have a farming, rural contracting 

background. I enjoy meeting and 

helping people. I am involved in 

various district events, fund raising, 

district promotions, developing 

recreational opportunities. 

Many Selwyn residents are rural 

and our population spread over a 

large area. Thus the need to have 

a direct community representative 

to link with the council is 

an important democratic right. 

I would listen to community 

concerns, communicate council 

updates back to the community 

and be involved in decision making 

for the good of our area. 

Ken May: Malvern 

Community 

Board - Hawkins 

Subdivision 

I have lived in 

Kirwee for 17 years 

and have involved 

myself in the Community, when 

time has permitted. Now I am 

retired I am in a far better position 

to involve myself in wider 

Community matters. My vision 

is to improve the Malvern Ward 

in its position as gateway to the 

Southern Alps and the West 

Coast and make the area a tourist 

destination, even if only in 

transit. I have also been nominated 

for the Canterbury District 

Health Board, because of my 

experience with the healthcare 

industry for the 16 years prior to 

my retirement. 

Murray Lemon: Ellesmere Ward - district councillor 

I have lived and worked in the district my whole life including running 

my own electrical business which ultimately employed three staff. I have 

had a wide involvement in local sport and community organisations 

including Killinchy Hall Committee, Foundation Trustee of the Ellesmere 

Heritage Park and 12 years on the BoT’s at Leeston Consolidated School 

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2016 

CultureFest 

Celebrating Selwyn’s 

diversity 

WWW.SELWYN.GOVT.NZ 

JOIN US AT 

CULTUREFEST! 

SATURDAY 15 

OCTOBER 10AM-4PM 

CORNER OF JONES 

AND HOSKYNS ROAD 

ROLLESTON 

You are invited to take part in Selwyn’s first ever CultureFest. CultureFest is a free 

event which will showcase the district’s cultures with stage performances, music, 

food, art and craft demonstrations, and plenty of activities for the kids. 

Activity programme 

Stage Performances – Indian, Chinese, Polish, Russian, Italian, Greek and more 

Food Stalls – Iranian, German, Malaysian, Indian, Russian, Singaporean and more 

Have a Go – Bhangra (Indian dancing), Oriental ink painting and more 

Kids Activities – bouncy castles, pedalmania, mega slide, SNAG inflatable golf 

and more 

Rolleston 150th Celebrations 

CultureFest is part of the Rolleston 150th anniversary celebrations which features 

a show on Saturday 15 October at the same time and location as CultureFest with 

displays including traction engines, vintage cars, motorbike displays and field 

testing, tractors, military displays, fire engines, shearing and vehicle parades.

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News 

SELWYN TIMES 

Tickets hot 

for Lincoln 

comedy 

DON’T WAIT until 

the last minute to 

grab one of the final 

tickets for the Live 

in Lincoln comedy 

event on October 8. 

That was the message 

from promoter 

David Parlane who 

said about three 

quarters of the tickets 

had already sold. 

The event will feature Jeremy 

Corbett, who hosts TV3’s Seven 

Days, along with Ben Hurley, Justine 

Smith and Tom Furniss. 

With three weeks to go, there are 

just 250 tickets remaining and Mr 

Parlane said it would be risky to 

count on door sales being available 

on the night. 

“We have had some really good 

support so far he said,” he said. 

“It just goes to show you put 

something like this on in Lincoln 

and Selwyn people are wanting it, 

so I’m well pleased - it shows we 

should have been doing this a lot 

earlier.” 

Doors will open at 6pm, with the 

show starting at 7pm. 

Tickets can be bought from The 

Famous Grouse Hotel or by emailing 

lincolnticketsnz@gmail.com 

Hot wax, head shaves for CanTeen 

• By Devon Bolger 

LINCOLN HIGH School’s first 

XV rugby players are used to a 

bit of pain, but on Wednesday 

it came in the form of hot wax, 

rather than big hits on the field. 

A challenge had been set for 

the rugby team and the first 

XI Football team to raise as 

much money as they could for 

the CanTeen organisation. The 

wining team would be rewarded 

with waxing the legs of the losing 

team. 

They had just over a month to 

fundraise and many tactics were 

used from sausage sizzles to 

Givealittle web pages. 

On Wednesday, the results 

were announced as part of a 

charity head-shaving event at 

the high school. 

With $570 raised, the football 

team were announced the winners. 

The rugby boys were not 

too far behind with $529 but 

they graciously accepted defeat 

and in front of a crown of about 

500 students, they suffered the 

wrath of the wax strip. 

Rugby captain Duncan Finlayson 

said it was a small price 

to pay for a fantastic cause. 

“It wasn’t as painful as 

thought it’d be, although clearly 

the forwards have higher pain 

tolerances than the backs,” he 

said. 

“I’m just immensely proud of 

the first XV and first XI for their 

efforts. To raise almost $1000 

through all of this is incredible.” 

Then it was time for the 

individual head shavers. Nine 

students took part and among 

them was head girl Elin Harris. 

There was an amazing feeling 

in the air as the first set of 

head-shavers held hands and the 

crowd cheered them on. 

Harris said she hoped the 

money raised would go a long 

way to helping benefit the lives 

of others. 

“To raise over $10,000 for 

CanTeen and the Cancer Society 

has to be one of the greatest 

things I’ve ever been involved 

in,” she said. 

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left, and fellow students Kate 

Scott and Duncan Finlayson 

react to their new hair cuts. 

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OFF IT COMES: Elin Harris has 

her hair cut off by her mother 

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shave last week. 

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School will be donating $10,634 

to CanTeen which is the largest 

amount Lincoln has ever 

donated throughout the many 

years of the event. 

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Lemonwood Grove stage one 

build almost complete 

Stage One of the Lemonwood Grove/Te Uru Tarata 

build is nearing completion with the latest state 

Primary School set to open its doors to year 1 to 8 

learners on 30 January 2017. 

With the exponential growth in Rolleston in recent 

years, particularly since the earthquakes, more and 

more young families are choosing to live in this area, 

and the Ministry of Education has addressed the 

continual pressure for the provision for compulsory 

education. 

Situated in the Faringdon subdivision, Stage One will 

initially cater for up to 450 students with Stage Two 

accommodating a further 300 primary-aged children. 

The 4ha site on East Maddisons Rd will also be the 

home base for Waitaha School and satellite site for 

the RTLB Support Service (Resource Teachers for 

Learning and Behaviour). 

The name Lemonwood Grove/Te Uru Tarata is the 

name gifted to the school by Te Tāumutu, our local 

iwi. The lemonwood tree grew prolifically in the area 

in earlier times. 

Establishing a new primary school from scratch 

has been no mean feat. Since September 2015 an 

establishment board of five Ministerial appointed 

trustees led by chairperson Tracey Riley, supported by 

senior education adviser Linda Youl and designated 

governance facilitator Maureen Kerr, have worked 

tirelessly to bring the project to fruition. This month the 

Establishment Board of Trustees (EBoT) celebrated 

its first year of operation and found it rewarding to 

reflect back on the progress achieved during the past 

12 months. 

The EBoT is extremely pleased to have worked with an 

amazing project team, led by architects Stephenson 

and Turner, Southbase Construction and Ministry of 

Education project manager Sonny Sun. “It has been 

an exciting task creating a high quality new school for 

the community,” says Linda Youl. 

One of the first and most important tasks for the EBoT 

was the appointment of the foundation principal. The 

board was delighted to appoint former Ladbrooks 

School principal Sean Bailey to this position. Sean has 

worked closely with the trustees to appoint his senior 

leaders deputy principal Nick Gunn, team leader Jenni 

Hodgkinson and office manager Sarah Lewell, with two 

more teacher appointments about to be announced. 

The establishment board has focused on setting 

a very clear strategic vision for the school. 

“Our collective vision has led to board cohesion 

and has made decision making a rewarding and 

streamlined process,” says EBoT member Rachel 

Maitland. The mission statement “The best of you as 

you” describes how the uniqueness of every learner 

will be highly fostered and valued within a nurturing 

safe community. “As a board and leadership team 

we ensure the learner is at the centre of all decision 

making and planning,” says Tracey Riley. The leadership 

team have been developing their school curriculum to 

reflect this expectation. 

The board continues to work on formalising the 

structures and systems required for the founding 

of the new organisation. Enrolments have opened 

with Angus being the first student on the roll. “The 

continual focus on providing the best environment for 

the children means as a parent of a future pupil, I know 

my child’s learning is in the best of hands,” says EBoT 

member Drew Winter. 

The EBoT will hand over its office to a parent-elected 

board in May 2017. If you are a potential parent 

of Lemonwood Grove School, you might consider 

standing for this important role. 

“Our next big step is opening day – and we cannot 

wait,” says EBoT member Rebecca Scott. 

To learn more about the new Lemonwood Grove 

School – Te Uru Tarata, you can view their website at: 

www.lemonwoodgrove.school.nz, or email Sean Bailey 

at principal@lemonwoodgrove.school.nz. 

Enrolments are open now. 

Enrolment meetings can be arranged by emailing 

Sean: principal@lemonwoodgrove.school.nz 

Lemonwood Grove School 

540-546 East Maddisons Road, Rolleston 

www.lemonwoodgrove.school.nz

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SELWYN TIMES 

News 

Let the games begin in 

The Hororata Highland Games was the brainchild of a 

group of residents wanting to raise money to rebuild morale 

and their community facilities following the September 

2010 earthquake. Six years later, more than 10,000 people 

are expected to head to the games in November. Bridget 

Rutherford reports 

Sixty kilometres west of 

Christchurch is a little rural 

township sitting at the edge of 

the Canterbury Plains. 

You would be forgiven if you 

thought it was sleepy. 

It was badly hit in the 

September 2010 and February 

2011 earthquakes. 

As a result, its stone Anglican 

church was damaged and 

boarded up, its hotel was too 

costly for the publican to repair 

and was sold, its hall is still being 

used but needs repairs, and the 

district’s homesteads bore the 

brunt of the quakes. 

But for the past year, 200 

volunteers having been busy 

organising the Hororata 

Highland Games. 

Come November 5, more than 

9000 people will head to the 

domain to watch, take part and 

enjoy the games – the largest in 

New Zealand. 

They say all good ideas are 

hatched over a nice glass of wine, 

and the highland games was no 

exception. 

Dee Innes, a Windwhistle 

farmer who has been involved in 

the community for 30 years, was 

on the founding committee that 

set up the Hororata Community 

Trust, which runs the games. 

It was formed following the 

September 2010 earthquake. 

However, the group of 10 people 

were used to working together 

before that. 

In February 2010, the group 

was raising money for both St 

John’s Anglican Church and 

Christ Church Cathedral. 

“It was because Peter Beck 

[former Christ Church Cathedral 

dean] had told us the Cathedral 

was costing $30,000 a day or 

week to run, so it was thought we 

could help with that and, at the 

same time, help St John’s,” Mrs 

Innes said. 

Ironically, both churches were 

in better shape then than they 

are now – the Cathedral’s future 

is still unclear, and St John’s is 

still boarded up after its bell 

tower collapsed through the roof. 

On September 4 that year, the 

7.1 magnitude earthquake hit, 

and the following day the group 

members decided they better get 

back together, Mrs Innes said. 

The Hororata Community 

Trust was born and, in turn, 

the highland games, which has 

steadily grown from about 3000 

BUSY: The Hororata Highland Games has grown from about 

3000 people coming in its first year, to 9000 last year. 

MUSCLE: Last year’s Oceania Heavyweight Championship was won by Ruben De Jong (above 

right), who also competes in the Hororata stones competition. Among other delicacies, Hororata 

whisky can be bought at the games. 

PHOTOS: MURRAY IRWIN 

people at its inaugural event in 

2011 to 9000 last year. 

“We were a group that were 

used to working together. I 

think that was why we were so 

lucky to organise a large event 

afterwards,” Mrs Innes said. 

“It would be fair to say the 

trust was founded with the 

rebuild of St John’s in mind.” 

The money raised by the trust 

goes back into the community, 

but the idea to start the highland 

games was not just for residents, 

she said. 

“I think people were looking 

for something different and 

something to get their mind off 

the earthquakes and looking to 

get out of Christchurch.” 

Mrs Innes organises the stalls 

at the games, which sell clothes, 

craft, wood craft, jewellery, 

leather and food. 

There were usually about 100 

stalls there and perhaps one 

of the most popular sells the 

Hororata tartan and whisky. 

“They are very popular indeed.” 

The tartan fabric was gifted to 

the community in 2012 by the 

Scottish Tartans’ Authority and 

the whisky – Hororata blend 

and Hororata single malt – come 

from Adelphi Distillery in Scotland. 

The trust members enjoy a 

brew or two together, Mrs Innes 

said. 

“It’s been known to happen.” 

Event manager Cindy Driscoll 

is coming into her third year of 

organising the event. However, 

she was around when it all began. 

The idea was hatched alongside 

a “good glass of wine”, she said. 

“The group thought we need 

to do something to raise some 

money for our community and 

bring everyone together,” she 

said.


Hororata 

ACHIEVERS 

Effort to save eels earns award 

A SPRINGSTON School pupil 

who created a children’s book 

encouraging people to save the 

longfin eel has won a digital art 

award. 

Year 4 pupil Frida Peltzer won 

the digital art section for Year 

4-6 pupils at the DigiAwards 

which were held at the Aurora 

Centre, Burnside High School, on 

Wednesday. 

The theme for the competition, 

organised by CORE Education, 

was ‘be the change’ and children 

from all over Canterbury entered. 

For her entry, Frida first used 

the Piktochart computer programme 

to create an infographic 

with information about longfin 

eels before writing a picture 

ebook for young children using 

Google Slides and iBooks. 

She drew all the images in her 

ebook and infographic herself 

using Google Drawing’s tricky 

‘curve tool’. 

Her story focussed on the eels’ 

life cycle. 

Frida wants people to know 

how special eels are, as well as 

the many ways we can help save 

them. 

RURAL: There will be sheep shearing demonstrations during 

the highland games. 

“They had no idea how successful 

it was going to be.” 

Competitors come from all 

over New Zealand and Australia 

to compete in the Gough 

CAT Oceania Heavyweight 

Championship, which includes 

traditional Scottish events such 

as the caber toss, and Hororata 

stones competition. 

Other popular events include 

the Hororata pie eating competition, 

the kilted mile, Southfuels 

tug o’ war, as well as the piping, 

drumming and highland dancing 

competitions. 

Mrs Driscoll said organisers 

try and come up with fresh ideas 

for the games each year. 

She said one of the new events 

this year would be the Gough 

CAT vehicle pull, which is open 

to teams of five. 

Contestants have to pull a 

vehicle with a digger and trailer 

along a track, and the fastest 

teams wins a $500 cash prize. 

Bike polo is another new addition 

and a special guest will join 

on the day to judge the piping 

competitions. 

Kyle Warren – who is a member 

of the Red Hot Chilli Pipers 

and, more recently, recorded 

pipes on the Disney Pixar Oscarwinning 

movie Brave – will 

judge. 

Mrs Driscoll said the event 

wasn’t just about raising money, 

it was about raising the profile of 

the community. 

“It takes 200 volunteers to 

make this event happen, but you 

can feel the passion that goes 

into it because it’s led by the 

community,” she said. 

“If we get 10,000 people this 

year, we’ll be happy.” 

•Tickets for the Hororata 

Highland Games can be 

bought online at www. 

eventfinda.co.nz/2016/ 

hororata-highland-games/ 

hororata. The event’s 

official print media sponsor, 

Star Media, will have a stall 

with an interactive display 

for readers. Coverage of 

the games will air on CTV’s 

Rural New Zealand on 

November 9. 

ENVIRONMENTAL 

MESSAGE: 

An image from 

Springston School 

pupil Frida Peltzer’s 

ebook on longfin 

eels. 

Edinburgh Awards for sisters 

MULTI-TALENTED: Sisters Danella 

Smithies, 17, second from left, and Sophie 

Smithies, 16, were presented with 

Duke of Edinburgh Awards by mayor 

Kelvin Coe, left, and Joshua Foundation 

director Chris Allen, right, at the 

district council meeting on Wednesday. 

To earn the awards, the girls had 

to be recognised for a service, a skill, 

physical recreation activity and an expedition. 

For the expedition both completed 

a 210km cycle trip. Danella’s 

skill was piano, her physical recreation 

activity was cycling and volunteering 

in the English language room at 

Canterbury University was her service. 

Sophie’s skill was learning the Hebrew 

language, her physical recreation activity 

was cycling and she volunteered 

at a food bank for her service. 

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Our People 

SELWYN TIMES 

Jack Lopas 

World champion rower has eye 

Little River’s Jack Lopas 

has just returned from 

the World Rowing Junior 

Championships with 

a gold medal hanging 

around his neck, and he is 

straight into NCEA study. 

Bridget Rutherford spoke 

to him about beating his 

crewmate at Maadi Cup, 

and holding the unofficial 

national record for his 

2km ergometer 

So you’ve just won gold in the 

double sculls – how does it feel 

to be a world champion? 

I’ve actually been asked that a 

lot, but it’s kind of hard because 

it doesn’t really feel that much 

different. It’s a funny feeling 

thinking you’re the top in the 

world in your event. 

Can you run me through the 

race? 

It was really rough at race 

time, so we had to take that into 

account. We’ve always been a bit 

slower off the start, so we just 

stuck to our guns and focused 

on our middle kilometre. We 

took the lead in the third 500m 

just after the 1km mark, which is 

where we wanted that to happen. 

What was running through 

your mind at the start line, were 

you nervous? 

I was the most nervous in the 

heats because you don’t know 

what to expect. I was a bit shaky, 

and with the rough conditions 

it was another thing resting on 

your mind. 

What about when you crossed 

the finish line? 

It was a huge relief for all that 

stress to be over and not having 

to worry about the result. It 

was a pretty unreal feeling. It’s 

painful during the race but after 

winning you feel like it wasn’t 

too bad and it was all worth it. 

Did you have a bit of a chance 

to catch up with some of the 

competitors from the other 

countries you were racing afterwards? 

ACHIEVEMENT: Jack Lopas, 17, who studied at Lincoln High 

School, but is now at Christchurch Boys’ High School, hopes to 

compete at the Olympics. 

PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN 

We caught up with the Italy 

and Germany crews on the 

podium, and you have a big shirt 

swap with the other countries. 

A lot of them will return to 

other world champs. I talked to 

a couple of guys from last year 

as well. 

So this is your second year of 

competing at juniors? 

Yep, I was in the reserve double 

last year. We still raced and got 

second in the B final. It was 

good motivation to come back 

this year, and it makes it a lot 

easier racing once you’ve done 

it already. You have a bit more 

experience. 

When did you begin rowing? 

I started at the end of third form. 

I’ve done four years of it now. 

So you were at Lincoln 

High School before shifting 

to Christchurch Boys’ High 

School, why the shift? 

It was for the rowing – I was 

GOING FOR GOLD: Jack Lopas and Lenny Jenkins racing in the 

World Rowing Junior Championships. 

PHOTO: ROWING NEW ZEALAND 

the only rower at Lincoln, so I 

was doing it once a week down 

at Kerrs Reach with one other. I 

started at boys’ high in 2013 – in 

year 10. My mum and dad both 

rowed and I have a couple of 

uncles who did, and my granddad 

rowed for New Zealand. So 

I thought I might do it. I enjoyed 

doing it by myself, but I felt like 

I needed to be doing it with a 

group. My parents both rowed 

at club level and got a couple of 

national medals. 

And you would have been to a 

couple of Maadi Cups, how did 

you go in those? 

I’ve been to three. I didn’t 

make Maadi in my first year. But 

in my first season competing 

I got a bronze in the under-16 

quadruple sculls and then the 

next year I got silver in the 

under-17 double sculls, under-17 

quadruple sculls and in the 

under-18 quadruple sculls. In my 

last season this year, I got gold 

in the under-18 single, double 

and quad, and a bronze in the 

under-18 eight. 

At Maadi the under-18 eights 

are the big races to win – which 

medal did you enjoy winning 

the most? 

I think the quad. I was the 

most excited after winning it 

because it’s a group of four mates 

who train together the whole 

season. 

What’s your favourite boat to 

race? 

I’d say the double; I’ve always 

clicked in the double. 

And you’re the national record 

holder for your age group 

for the 2km erg, that’s pretty 

impressive, what was your 

time? 

I don’t know if it’s actually 

official, but I pulled 5min 57sec. 

I’ve always progressed with 

each erg, I’ve never gone 

backwards. 

You beat Olympic champion 

Hamish Bond’s time didn’t you? 

I pulled faster than Hamish 

Bond’s time when he was my 

age. I think Eric Murray and 

Hamish Bond pull around the 

5min 42sec mark. 

Do you remember what your 

very first erg was in your novice 

season? 

It was 7min 50sec. I wouldn’t 

say the 2km erg is the worst part 

of rowing, but it’s not very enjoyable. 

It gets blown up to be such 

a big thing. 

So you’re from Little River 

aren’t you? 

Yes, I live about 4km from the 

township on a lifestyle block. I 

actually went into Little River 

School when I got back, because 

my mum teaches there and had 

been keeping the kids updated. 

I went in and had a chat to all 

the kids and took in my medal. I 

went there from year 1-8, and my 

younger brother is still there.


on Olympics after doubles win 

GOLD: Little River’s Jack Lopas (left) and Whakatane crewmate Lenny Jenkins in Rotterdam, the 

Netherlands, where they won gold in the double sculls. 


How many siblings do you 

have? 

I’ve got an older sister and 

three younger brothers. We are 

quite a big rugby family, all of 

my brothers made Ellesmere 

representative teams and two of 

them made Canterbury Country 

teams. 

Do you play rugby yourself? 

I used to play, last year was the 

first year since I was four that I 

haven’t played because I couldn’t 

due to juniors. I did miss it, I 

was watching all of my brothers’ 

games. I was playing prop in the 

Boys’ High 16As before I stopped 

playing. 

Training must take up a lot 

of your time, can you run me 

through the training you do? 

We probably do 10-12 trainings 

a week. We always have Sunday’s 

off. But we train most mornings 

and some afternoons we have 

two trainings. So we might do 

one gym session and one session 

on the water on an afternoon. 

You get into the swing of it. It’s 

a similar number of trainings to 

school rowing, but it’s just a lot 

more intense, and there is a bigger 

picture to it. 

And you go up and train in 

Cambridge leading up to the 

junior champs don’t you? 

After you get selected you come 

back down for two months and 

do your own training, then you 

go back up for two months for 

training. I was lucky because I 

had done it before, but you do 

miss being at home with your 

family and at school. 

And by the sound of your 

training schedule you will be 

eating your mum out of house 

and home, how much do you 

have to eat to fuel your body? 

She does notice the difference. 

But I have three brothers 

so they eat a lot too. You just 

have to chuck in more pasta and 

potatoes. Up north we would eat 

two breakfasts and a full lunch 

and a big dinner, then a couple 

of extra bits in the middle, like a 

banana and honey sandwich or 

something. 

So what about your double 

partner, did you know him 

before this year? 

I met him last year at Maadi, 

he beat me in all three of those 

events I got silver in. He was in 

juniors last year as well. But I 

versed him this year at Maadi 

and beat him in all three events 

and he got silver in all of them. 

So it was quite funny. 

What are your goals with 

rowing? 

I think one day I do want to 

compete at the Olympics but 

that’s quite a few years away and 

there’s a long road ahead. 

Where did you compete last 

year? You must have to do a fair 

THEY’VE DONE IT: The teammates celebrate after winning 

gold. 


bit of fundraising to get over 

there? 

It was in Rio last year. We did 

have to do fundraising, I had a 

Givealittle page. The support I 

got from the Little River community 

was just so good. I came 

straight back from Rotterdam 

this year to get back to school. 

So you’re in your last year 

of school currently, have you 

decided what you will do when 

you finish? 

I think I’ll focus on this next 

rowing season, and make a decision 

then. 

And when you’re not rowing, 

or training or at school, what 

you like to do in your spare 

time? 

I do a lot of work for granddad 

in Clarkville, just helping him 

out. And hanging out with my 

brothers – I try to get to as much 

of their sport as I can, because 

they make it to mine. But between 

school and rowing, there’s 

not a lot of spare time.

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Your Local Views 

Health and safety rules 

endanger businesses 

Hororata-based Selwyn 

Sawmills is closing due 

partly to the costs of 

meeting new health and 

safety requirements. 

Co-owner 

AJ Halliday 

writes about 

the need to 

find a sensible 

balance on 

health and 

safety matters 

Having watched the politicisation 

of Health and Safety for 

the last several years, it comes 

as little shock to most of the 

‘doers’ (primary producers and 

manufacturers) to see established 

family businesses being 

forced to close their doors due to 

restrictive and expensive edicts 

from Worksafe NZ. 

In my experience, there is a 

huge disparity between what the 

legislators (ie career bureaucrats 

in Wellington who have never 

picked up a chainsaw or driven 

a forklift) consider ‘safe’ and 

‘actual’ risk. 

To judge actual risk, you need to 

be reasonably knowledgeable in 

the operation of a process and 

the machine involved. 

Is the ‘safest’ option for a 

fencer not to use a post driver 

because he can’t guard it to the 

level demanded by Worksafe? 

How does this affect his productivity 

and efficiency if he has to 

dig the holes by hand? Is he not 

at further risk of back injury by 

digging these holes? And what 

about the cost to the economy 

of this labour intensive process 

– fencing prices would treble! 

(And seriously, how would you 

guard a post driver anyway?) 

One inspector from Worksafe 

commented to me that ‘administrative 

controls’ (procedures 

and techniques to minimise 

risk) are not acceptable anymore. 

For hundreds of agricultural 

and manufacturing processes, 

administrative controls are the 

only tools available to the business 

owner. 

Ear muffs are considered 

an administrative control to 

reduce noise in processes where 

machinery simply can’t be reengineered 

to create less noise. 

So to follow this argument to 

its logical conclusion, should 

every work venture that involves 

chainsaws be banned despite 

being one of the most effective 

tools ever invented? 

In my eyes, primary producers 

are the backbone of the New 

Zealand economy and despite 

Government assurance that it 

is trying to stimulate growth in 

the regional economy, it appears 

there is very little incentive to 

continue employing people, paying 

taxes and rising compliance 

costs, and generally contributing 

to nationwide fiscal health 

through rates, insurance and 

banking. 

I have a strong personal belief 

in Health and Safety, but with 

the punitive approach exhibited 

by Worksafe, how do you fight 

to save a marginal business, and 

equally, why would you bother? 

Lincoln car parks debate 

Lynn Townsend 

(right) responds to 

Spokes Canterbury 

chairman Don 

Babe’s view on 

the removal of car 

parking on the main street 

of Lincoln in last week’s 

edition 

It seems a shame that Don 

Babe feels as bad as he does about 

visiting Lincoln township. 

All because there are too many 

cars and not enough people??!! 

If you want to get to know people 

you need to make the effort 

to fraternise and socialise with 

them. They won’t come to you!! 

When I go to Lincoln I don’t go 

to watch cars go by or park either. 

I go, because I want to conduct 

some business in one of the 

shops, perhaps have a convivial 

ale in the local hostilery , post 

a letter, and more often than 

not say gidday to a friend who I 

might not have seen for a while. 

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But there is one thing that 

frustrates me more than anything 

else, when I visit my beloved 

Lincoln town, and that is when I 

cannot get a car park within the 

close proximity of where I want 

to go. This situation is getting 

progressively worse. How will it 

be when we have two cycleways 

on Gerald St at the expense of 75 

car parks. 

I won’t be able to meet my 

friends will I – because I am 

damn sure I won’t be biking 

there. 

I don’t know about car parking 

in New York but I do know something 

about it in Lincoln. 

I think the best example of 

what car parks can do for a business 

is the Lincoln Supermarket. 

How that business has grown 

since it was surrounded in car 

parks. Always lots of cars there. 

Not many bikes. 

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week go to www.starmedia. 

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Reader viewpoints 

Courtenay resident Ronder 

McKinlay writes on the 

Prebbleton Tavern winning 

it’s appeal against the 

Selwyn District Licensing 

Committee’s decision 

to prevent it advertising 

We said: 

A Rolleston doctor has 

said free visits for under 

13-year-olds is leading to 

appointments being taken 

by children who don’t need 

to see a doctor. Dr Philip 

Schroeder suggested this is 

taking appointments from 

those in greater need when 

he spoke to The Selwyn 

Times about the issue. 

You said: 

Shannon Burrows: And it’s 

freeing up the acute services. It’s 

meaning people are seeking help 

if they are unsure... instead of 

only if they can afford to which to 

me means everything. It means 

that one very poorly child that 

needs attention will hopefully get 

the help they need where as before 

they missed out... Sometimes 

with dire consequences 

Debbie Q Simmons: Didn’t 

take long for this to come up. It’s 

all about the money the health 

CARE doesn’t exist and hasn’t 

for many years now. I think the 

doctors should stop complaining 

and do the job they signed up for 

alcohol prices outside: 

It is my view that the decision 

to allow the Prebbleton Tavern 

(or any other tavern) signs advertising 

alcohol is the correct one. 

What a waste of taxpayers and, 

I suspect, ratepayers money. 

Health Care not care about your 

bank account. 

Amy Curtis: End of the day 

any patient that comes in ‘needs’ 

the appointment. Weather the 

doctor thinks more children 

are coming in because it’s free 

or not. I take my children to the 

doctors when I’m not sure if they 

are ok.....That’s what doctors are 

there for. Weather it’s free or not 

I’m booking that appointment. 

They might get checked and be 

ok but how am I meant to know? 

I’m not, because I’m not the doctor. 

Better to be safe than sorry. 

That’s what doctors are there for 

after all. Complain they will but it 

won’t change a thing. 

Power of education 

Amy Adams 

Selwyn MP 

A GOOD education can give 

any child from any background 

the opportunity to get ahead 

and make the most of their life. 

The Government understands 

the value of education in influencing 

the long-term outcomes 

for our children, which is why 

we have increased the education 

budget by 35 per cent during our 

time in Government. 

Research shows the early 

years are particularly important, 

which is why we have more 

than doubled spending on early 

childhood education. We have 

also increased spending on special 

education learning support 

by 30 per cent. 

On top of the $1.35 billion 

schools receive now in operational 

grant funding, we are 

investing $43 million over four 

years to support students from 

disadvantaged backgrounds. 

This funding will be allocated 

to state and state-integrated 

schools to support around 

133,000 students across New 

Zealand who have lived in 

benefit-dependent households 

for 75 per cent of either the first 

five years of their life, or for the 

last five years. 

We are targeting financial 

support to these students because 

we know they’re at risk of 

educational under-achievement. 

Here in Canterbury there are 

11,649 students who fit into this 

category. The Government is 

allocating a total of $1,081,493 

in extra funding, which will be 

divided amongst the 269 schools 

these students attend. 

Lower decile schools will in 

general benefit more from the 

targeted increase. This is to be 

expected because these schools 

have more of their students in 

the target group. 

This initiative demonstrates 

the Government’s willingness 

to think outside the square and 

do things differently to try and 

improve the outcomes for those 

kids who face the most challenges. 

Another new approach that 

is aimed at raising student 

achievement is the Government’s 

$359 million ‘Investing in 

Educational Success’ initiative. 

Under this initiative, more than 

1260 schools and 18 early childhood 

education providers across 

the country have now formed 

communities of learning to work 

together to overcome challenges 

they have identified for their 

students. 

In the Selwyn electorate, 23 of 

the 38 schools are members of 

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What this means is students 

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neighbouring schools are now 

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Getting the right resources to 

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SELWYN TIMES 

Have your say in our 

future by voting 

Voting papers are being posted to registered electors in Selwyn this week for local elections. The 

local elections are held by postal vote. 

Voting papers must be returned by 12 noon on Saturday 8 October – please post your voting 

papers back promptly to ensure your vote counts or return them to a ballot box at a Council 

service centre. 

Local councils provide a wide range of services that you use every day – from libraries, to roads, 

water, parks, events, building consents and community centres – so it’s important to vote on who 

you want to represent you. 

In Selwyn, you will be voting for the Mayor, local ward Councillors and if you live in Malvern ward, 

Malvern Community Board members. You will also vote for one Environment Canterbury Councillor 

to represent the mid Canterbury Area, and for seven Canterbury District Health Board members who 

are elected at large from across Canterbury. Your voting papers include candidate profile information 

to help you decide who you want to vote for and instructions on how you can vote. 

If you haven’t received your voting papers by this Friday 23 September please 

contact the Council so we can issue special voting papers to you. Electoral 

staff can mail voting papers to you or you can visit the Council’s Rolleston 

Headquarters or Darfield, Leeston or Lincoln Library and Service Centres to 

collect your papers. If you have any questions about the election and voting, 

please contact Electoral Officer Douglas Marshall on 347 2701. 

Share your photos of Rolleston’s past 

Selwyn Libraries are inviting local residents to find photos from Rolleston’s past and present and have 

them digitised for display at the Rolleston 150th celebrations. 

Rolleston Library will host a digitisation day on Sunday 25 September from 1-5pm. 

“We’re looking for photos from Rolleston’s past, along with recent images to be considered for display at 

the Rolleston 150th celebration in October,” says Selwyn Libraries Manager Vicki Carlyon. 

“The images will help create a story about Rolleston’s origins and how the town has developed over 

time,” she says. 

“To help develop the presentation we would like a variety of images 

from the past and present which will appeal widely to people. These 

could include photos of local landmarks like schools, major shops 

and parks, people at work and at play, important events in our 

history and other images that create a picture of what life was and 

is like in Rolleston.” 

People are invited to bringing along images, slides and negatives 

they have at home which will be of interest to the wider public so 

that they can be digitised. To participate in the day people also 

need to sign a digitisation agreement allowing libraries to keep a 

copy of images in Selwyn Libraries digital collection for future use. 

Alternative scanning arrangements may need to be made for large 

collections which can’t be scanned on the day. 

Normal library services will also be available at the event so people 

can browse for books and enjoy a coffee. Anyone who would like 

a digital copy of their image will need to bring a USB stick with 

enough memory capacity. 

Water supply upgrades add 

capacity and improve quality 

Water supply improvements are helping to provide higher quality 

water for our growing population. 

The Council is part way through a programme to add capacity to 

water supply systems in high growth areas and to improve water 

treatment quality for a number of smaller townships. 

Since 2015, Rolleston, Prebbleton and Lincoln have all had 

new bores added to supply these areas. Another bore has been 

developed at West Melton which is expected to start operating 

by summer. A new deep well has been drilled at Edendale which 

replaces the existing well, as dropping groundwater levels indicated 

the bore would soon go dry. 

In Doyleston, a second pipe was constructed in 2015 to connect 

the town’s reservoir to the pipeline supplying the town from Leeston 

and more tank storage has been provided for Doyleston’s supply. 

These are helping to provide Doyleston with more consistent water 

pressure. In Leeston an upgrade to the well and a new high capacity 

pump has also been completed which provide both Leeston and 

Doyleston township water supplies with more capacity. 

While Council water supplies now have extra capacity, water use is 

also affected by groundwater levels and Environment Canterbury 

consent limitations on water takes. In August, Environment 

Canterbury warned that Canterbury was experiencing its third year 

of dry weather, with most wells it monitors showing low or very low 

groundwater level and some wells at their lowest levels in the 30 

years it had been recoding data. In dry summers, Council water 

supplies are managed to ensure that household water use is given 

priority over providing water for watering lawns. With the current low 

groundwater levels, water restrictions are likely to be imposed over 

late spring and summer. 

In Springfield, a new UV treatment and filtration upgrade has been 

designed to improve water quality. Currently the water is treated by 

chlorination. The UV treatment system is expected to be completed 

by June 2017. UV treatment systems are also being planned for 

Sheffield and Hororata water supplies. 

Currently, the Council uses a variety of water treatment methods 

for our 30 water supplies and all supplies have Water Safety Plans 

approved by Canterbury District Health Board which set out water 

treatment standards. Treatment methods used in various supplies 

include secure ground water (to meet New Zealand Drinking Water 

Standards), UV and filtration, and chlorination of the Acheron, 

Castle Hill, Dalethorpe, Hororata and Springfield supplies. 

Rolleston 150th 

event programme 

Friday 14 October 

Opening Evening 7pm – 11pm 

Official opening 

Photo displays 

Supper and refreshments 

Kids movie 7pm 

At Rolleston Community Centre, G-rated 

Saturday 15 October 

Rolleston Show and CultureFest 10am – 4pm 

Trains, vintage and classic cars 

Exhibits, food and market stalls, performances and entertainment 

Evening Dine and Dance 7pm - Midnight 

Meal and music by local providers 

Tickets for sale – contact rolleston150@gmail.com 

Sunday 16 October 

Street parade 10am 

New Zealands 

Youngest old town 

Council Call 

Selwyn District Council 

Norman Kirk Drive Rolleston 

Ph 347 2800 or 318 8338 

Rolleston Library 

Rolleston Drive, Rolleston 

Ph 347 2880 

Darfield Library & Service Centre 

1 South Terrace, Darfield 

Ph 318 7780 

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TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 20 2016 23 

Notices 

DOG MICROCHIPPING 

If your dog was first registered 

after 30 June 2006 and is not a 

working dog, the law requires 

them to be microchipped. This 

free monthly service is available 

on Friday 30 September at: 

· Lincoln – from 9-9.30am 

· Leeston – from 10.15-10.45am 

· Darfield – from 11.30am-12pm 

· Rolleston – 12.45-1.15pm 

Please note: 

· Sessions last for only 30 

minutes 

· The Rolleston venue is 

in Norman Kirk Drive (off 

Rolleston Drive). 

· Microchipping won’t occur if 

wet. 

If you have any questions about 

microchipping, please contact 

Tracey on 347 2800 or 318 

8338. 

DISCONTINUANCE OF PART 

STOCKWATER RACES 

Ellesmere, Malvern and Paparua 

Schemes. 

Selwyn District Council advises 

Meetings 

Public Forums: Council, 

Community Board and local 

committee meetings are open 

to the public. Time is available at 

the start of meetings for people 

to speak on matters of concern. 

Please notify Bernadette Ryan 

(Council), Kate Anderson 

(Community Boards) or your local 

committee at least three days 

before the meeting. 

Township, Hall and Reserve 

Committees: To list or make 

changes to meeting details, email 

meeting.changes@selwyn.govt. 

nz or phone 347 2800 or 318 

8338 by 9am Wednesday the 

week before publication. 

COUNCIL & COMMUNITY 

BOARDS 

Unless stated meetings are held 

at the Rolleston Council Building 


Community Board 

Wed 21 Sep 4.30pm 

Is there an issue affecting your 

community that you want to 

bring to your Community Board’s 

attention and find out how we 

can help? See ‘Meetings’ for 

information on our Public Forum. 

Malvern Community Board 

Mon 26 Sep 4pm 


Is there an issue affecting 

your community that you want 

to bring to your Community 

Board’s attention and find 

out how we can help? See 

‘Meetings’ for information on our 

Public Forum. 

Council Meeting 

Wed 28 Sep 1pm 

Selwyn Waihora Zone 

Committee 

Tue 4 Oct 1pm 

On the roads this week 

its intention to discontinue the 

following sections of water 

races, pursuant to the Local 

Government Act 2002: 

Paparua 

1. Closure of 0.2km of race 

through one property between 

Jones Road and SH1 east of 

Curraghs Rd (Council) 

Malvern 

2. Formalise the closure of 1km 

of race through one property 

on the intersection of Creyke 

Road and Miles Road (Schnel) 

Ellesmere 

3. Closure of 2km of race 

through two properties north 

of Southbridge Leeston Road 

(Lill) 

These closures are considered 

to be of low significance and 

do not alter the intended level 

of service of the overall water 

race schemes. Directly affected 

ratepayers have agreed to close 

these water races. Detailed 

information including location 

maps can be found online at 

Industrial Park Project Team 

Thurs 6 Oct 12pm 

Izone Café Meeting Room 

Due to commercial sensitivity, 

the public may be excluded 

from part of or all of the 

meeting. Enquiries to Property 

and Commercial Manager, 

Douglas Marshall 

LOCAL COMMITTEES & 

ASSOCIATIONS 

Coalgate/Glentunnel Reserve 

Management Committee 

Thurs 22 Sep 8pm 

Coalgate Fire Station 

Coalgate Township Committee 

Tue 20 Sep 7.30pm 

Coalgate Fire Station 

Darfield Recreation & 

Community Centre Committee 

Mon 3 Oct 7.30pm 

Darfield Recreation Centre 

Darfield Township Committee 

Thurs 22 Sep 7.30pm 

Darfield Recreation Centre 

Note change of date and venue 

Dunsandel Community 

Committee 


Dunsandel Hotel 

Glenroy Community 

Hall Committee 

Tue 20 Sep 8pm 

Glenroy Community Hall 

Glentunnel Township Committee 

Mon 26 Sep 7.30pm 


Hororata Citizens Committee 

Tue 27 Sep 7.30pm 

Hororata Hall 

Hororata Reserve 

Management Committee 

Wed 5 Oct 7.30pm 

Hororata Hall 

www.selwyn.govt.nz/wrclosure 

or can be viewed at Council 

offices in Rolleston. 

For more information or to 

make a submission, contact 

Jo Golden, Water Services 

Engineer, phone 347 2800 or 

waterraces@selwyn.govt.nz by 

14 October 2016. 

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sign up for a library card on 

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Wednesday 21 September 

Rakaia Huts 9.30-10am 

Southbridge School 

10.45am-12pm 

Thursday 22 September 

Prebbleton Tavern 4-6 pm 

Monday 26 September 

Ako Rolleston 10.30-11am 

Selwyn Kids 1.30-2pm 

Rolly Kids 2-2.30pm 

Tuesday 27 September 

Glenroy Hall 11.40-12.10pm 

Glentunnel Hall 3-3.30 pm 

Kimberley Hall & Reserve 

Committee 

Tue 27 Sep 8pm 

Kimberley Hall 

Leeston Community Committee 

Mon 3 Oct 7.30pm, Leeston 

Library Community Room 

Leeston Park Association 


Leeston Park Pavilion 

Lincoln Event Centre 

Governance Committee 

Wed 5 Oct 7pm 

Lincoln Event Centre 

Prebbleton Community 

Association Inc. 

Tue 20 Sep 7.30pm 

Prebbleton Cottage 

Rolleston Residents 



Rolleston Community Centre 

Springfield Township 

Committee 

Tue 4 Oct 7.30pm, Tawera Hall 

Springston Community 

Committee 


Springston Hall Supper Room 

Triennial elections 

Springston Hall Committee 

Thurs 6 Oct 7.30pm 

Springston Hall 

Springston Recreation 

Reserve Committee 

Wed 21 Sep 7.30pm 

Errol Tweedy Pavilion 

Tai Tapu Community 


Wed 5 Oct 7.30pm 

Tai Tapu Library 

Windwhistle District Society 

Incorp. - AGM 

Thurs 13 Oct 7.30pm 

Windwhistle School Library 

Gravel and reshaping work will take place this week on North Rakaia Terrace. Footpath work continues 

on Beaumont Drive in Rolleston, with the footpath closed while work progresses. Work to remove 

sections of high shoulder to improve drainage, and other repairs, will be undertaken on Leaches Road 

between Saunders and Sleemans Roads, and between Rockwood and Nelson Roads, with the road 

remaining open. Maintenance grading will be continuing in high country areas and around Dunsandel 

and Kirwee. 

Selwyn Events 

SAT-SUN 

24-9 

SEP-OCT 

SATURDAY 

24 

SEPTEMBER 

MON-FRI 

26-30 

SEPTEMBER 

WEDNESDAY 

28 

SEPTEMBER 

THURSDAY 

29 

SEPTEMBER 

FRIDAY 

30 

SEPTEMBER 

SATURDAY 

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OCTOBER 

MONDAY 

3 

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The Breeze Walking Festival 

Join one of over 50 spring walks in 

Christchurch, Waimakariri & Selwyn. 

Local walks are planned at Rakaia 

Gorge (27 September) & Harts Creek 

(29 September). For details & booking 

see walkingfestival.co.nz 

66th Spring Fair 

St Johns Church Leeston, 9.30am 

Home-made sweets, cakes, produce, 

novelty items, bargain bin, book stall, 

plants, sausage sizzle, Devonshire 

Teas, ice-creams, face-painting, 

bouncy castle, treasure hunt, raffles & 

fun for all 

Spring Pool Fest 

Selwyn Aquatic Centre 

Fun activities from 1-3pm, with 

inflatables & volleyball (Monday), 

paddleboats (Tuesday & Friday), small 

inflatables (Wednesday) & Flippa Ball 

(Thursday). Normal pool admission 

prices apply, children under 8 require 

parental supervision if in the main pool 

Down by the Liffey 

Gallery AGM 

Lincoln Community Care, 7.30pm 

All welcome. Lincoln Community 

Care is located at 16 Lyttelton 

Street, Lincoln 

Family Fun Day 

Lincoln Event Centre, 11am-2pm 

Selwyn Parenting Network host a fun 

day with entertainment, Magic show 

(12.30pm), LEGO ®, face painting, 

sports, bouncy castles, mega slide, 

animals, fairy, balloon twisting & more. 

BYO lunch & picnic. Entry by gold 

coin. For details phone 021 268 8964 

Blood Pressure & Stroke 

Awareness Workshop 

Lincoln Community Care, 1.30pm 

Covers what a stroke is, what its 

effects are, how to recognise & prevent 

strokes. Free. A registered nurse will 

offer free blood pressure checks 

Bonsai Techniques 

Workshop 

Lincoln, 9.30am-12.30pm 

An introductory workshop at Lincoln 

Envirotown Community Gardens 

with Tony Bywater. Phone 325 

2193 to register by 26 September. 

A $15 registration fee covers the 

tree, potting mix, grow bags, wire & 

morning tea 

Lincoln Envirotown Meeting 

Lincoln Event Centre, 7pm 

Ben Wong from the Council will 

talk about the development of the 

walking & cycling network in Lincoln. 

Followed by a Lincoln Envirotown 

Meeting. All welcome 

For information on listing a community event visit 

www.selwyn.govt.nz/councilcall 

Leeston Library & Service Centre 

19 Messines Street, Leeston 

Ph 347 2871 

Lincoln Library & Service Centre 

Gerald Street, Lincoln 

Ph 347 2876 

(03) 347 2800 

Darfield call free 318 8338 

www.selwyn.govt.nz

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News 

SELWYN TIMES 

Trout released in Rakaia River 

EFFORTS TO revive the Rakaia 

River’s critically damaged brown 

trout fishery received a boost 

with 1200 of the fish released 

into its lower reaches last week. 

The release, in Bully Creek on 

the river’s southern side, was part 

of a research project launched 

by North Canterbury Fish and 

Game. 

The fish were double tagged 

to enable anglers to record the 

locations of where they catch the 

migratory fish. 

A further 600 tagged fish are 

expected to be released in Cold 

Stream/Boat Creek, on the north 

side of the river, on Thursday. 

The Rakaia’s lower reaches had 

historically been regarded as a 

prolific brown trout fishery. 

The gradual demise of brown 

trout populations is thought to 

be as a result of environmental 

degradation of habitat, and the 

dewatering of lowland streams 

due to intensified farming 

practices, coupled in the last two 

years with low rainfall. 

Recent winter fisheries closures 

throughout the North Canterbury 

area were implemented as 

a measure to protect trout and 

salmon breeding stocks. 

North Canterbury Fish and 

Game Chairman Trevor Isitt said 

MAKING A SPLASH: Rakaia 

residents Rodney McDowell 

and Johnny Richards watch 

the release of trout into Bully 

Creek. 

PHOTO: RICHARD 

COSGROVE/FISH & GAME 

staff had investigated several prospective 

sites in the lower reaches 

of the Rakaia before identifying 

the two spring creeks. 

“These sites may also be key 

indicators of potential for further 

enhancement programs in other 

catchments in our region” Mr 

Isitt said. 

It is hoped the trout will 

inhabit the release sites for a 

few months before they 

venture downstream to the 

tidal areas and that they will 

then return to the sites as adults 

to spawn. 

Fish & Game will implement 

an extensive monitoring program 

of the releases not only to 

measure survivability, but also 

to learn more about the habits 

of lowland sea run brown trout 

populations in our East coast 

fisheries. 

It is intended to become a tool 

for other enhancement programs 

of degraded fisheries throughout 

the North Canterbury area. 

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Lincoln Golf Club results from 

September 17. 

Competition – stableford 

Senior – J Brown 37, 1; S. Smith 

36, 2. 

Junior – A Holmes 38, 1; G 

Richards 35, 2. 

Nearest pin in one – junior – D. 

Moore; senior – J Brown 

Nearest pin in two – Junior – B 

Goodhew; senior – J Brown 

Twos – A Holmes (2), T 

Gillespie. 

Saturday pm 

SPORTS 

Ellesmere golf results 

Ellesmere Golf Club results, 

September 17, finals day. 

Nine finals were played, with 

other competitions completed in 

advance as players qualified in 

more than one final. 

Results: 

Men’s senior championship 

– Paul Bailey 

Men’s intermediate 

championship – Aaron 

Chapman 

Men’s junior championship 

– James Cochrane 

Men’s president’s 

championship – Johnny 

V D Westhuizen 

Ladies senior championship 

– Jane Pangborn 

(right) 

Ladies intermediate 

championship – Barbara Joyce 

Lincoln golf results 

Ladies junior championship – 

Jan Walter 

Men’s pairs championship – 

John Brooker and Grant Clausen 

Men’s Bonnington Cup – Darryl 

Joyce 

Ladies senior knockout – 

Heather McKimmie 

A stableford competition 

was also held 

for other members in 

which more than 30 

took part. 

This was won by 

Murray Hall 42 points, 

Bruce McMillan, 2; 

Steve Vivian, 3; Kevin 

Gwatkin, 4. 

Approximately 60 

members enjoyed a 

social evening after the 

trophy presentation. 

Senior – T Holland 37, 1; J 

Berry 36 c/b, 2 

Junior – M Morris 38, 1; R 

McLaren 37, 2 

Ladies – Mrs J Bond Net 34 

Nearest pin in one – Junior, K 

Griffiths; senior – M Bond 

Nearest pin in two – Junior, R. 

Sandford; senior – P Halliwell 

Halswell Super Liquor: G Tipper 

Twos – J Berry, Matt Eddy, M 

Bond, G Tipper 

The professionals putt – N 

Banks 

The Koru Games took place throughout Selwyn last week. 

The top year 7 and 8 students from 45 schools throughout the South Island 

competed in 10 events over three days. 

The tournament was put together by the Selwyn Sports Trust and is aimed at 

giving children the opportunity to compete at a level which will leave them better 

prepared for future sporting endevours. 

Go to selwynsportstrust.org.nz for the results 

FLEET FOOTED: The Rolleston touch rugby team took home the bronze medal at the the Koru 

Games last week, which was held over three days. 

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Email caitlin.miles@starmedia.kiwi 

by 5pm each Wednesday 

GOOD DAY OUT: The Anglican Parish of Ellesmere’s 66th annual Spring Fair will be held at St 

John’s Church on High St, Leeston, on Saturday, from 9.30am, with all the usual fair goodies 

and loads of fun for all. Stalls will feature a variety of wares including home-made sweets, 

cakes, pickles, jams and produce, novelty items, a bargain bin, book stall, plants, sausage sizzle, 

Devonshire teas, ice-creams, face-painting, bouncy castle, treasure hunt, raffles and more. 

Photography exhibition 

Monday - Saturday, open 

library hours 

The Ellesmere Camera Club 

are hosting an exhibition of 

their work at the library. Take a 

look at the calibre of photos the 

members of the club can produce 

and see if you’re interested 

in joining. Email secretary@ 

ellesmerecameraclub.co.nz to 

learn more about the Ellesmere 

Camera Club. 

Leeston Library, 19 Messines St. 

Free entry 

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Venue: 32 Birmingham Drive, Middleton 

First Aid Revalidation Course (6 hours) 

Cost $120.00 per person (certificates must not 

have expired for more than 3 months) 

Time: 8.30am – 3.15pm 

Monday 

26 September 

3 October 

17 October 

Friday 

7 October 

28 October 

4 November 

Tuesday 

11 October 

25 October 

1 November 

Sunday 

2 October 

16 October 

30 October 

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Small Works Show 

Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm 

This exhibition features pieces 

from many different artists and 

their unique styles. Michael 

Abrahamson, Anna Bowman, 

Quilliam Collister, Jen Dearborn, 

Amelia Jang, Barbara 

Jaine, Olwyn McKinley, Joan 

Pascoe and May Wright showcase 

their work in water colours, 

oils and acrylics. 

Selwyn Gallery, 17 South Tce, 

Darfield. Free entry. 

I am Here 

Wednesday-Sunday, 10am- 

4pm 

An exhibition showcasing art 

from Frances Tennent-Brown, 

Michael Springer and Susan Sky. 

Down by the Liffey Gallery, 1 

James St, Lincoln. Free entry 

Wednesday 


19 October 

23 November 

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Community bonfire 

Friday, 6.30-8.30pm 

Selwyn Wairewa Youth Trust 

is hosting a community bonfire. 

There will be hot and cold food 

and drink for sale and fun 

activities for people of all ages 

to participate in. This will be an 

alcohol-free event. 

Lincoln Baptist Church, 530 

Birches Rd, Lincoln. Free entry 

Indoor bowls tournament 

Saturday, 7.30pm 

The tournament is a fundraising 

event for St John ambulance 

services. It is for teams of four 

players, at least two of whom 

must be non-competition players. 

Each team will bring a plate 

for suffer and an item or items 

suitable for raffle. 

Rolleston Community Centre, 

94 Rolleston Drive. Entry $20 per 

team, to register contact Walter 

Town on 347 2190 or walter. 

town@clear.net.nz 

Markets this weekend 

The local markets have a lot on 

offer, from fresh produce to hand 

made crafts. 

West Melton Market: Saturday, 

9am-12pm. St Paul’s 

Church. 

Lincoln Farmers’ and Craft 

RED CROSS 

Ensuring a safe work place 

Learning first aid is not only a part of ensuring a safe 

work place, but also an integral part of our engagement with the 

wider community. We all learn the necessary skills to ensure that 

in times of emergency we are able to assist our work colleagues, 

but are we able to take these skills home, into the community or 

on to the sports field? 

not all work places are the same and the injury risk for each place 

can be wide and variable. The office attended by administrators 

does not carry the same risk as those people working with heavy 

machinery, or perhaps at some distance from a regular ambulance 

service. it is therefore essential that you pick the right first aid 

course to suit all of your activities – both professional and social. 

take, for example, an office worker who does not have a high 

risk work environment and whose concern might be to ensure that 

they can deal with minor cuts and superficial injuries, or the ability 

to perform effective CPr. These skills can be achieved on a course 

of eight hours duration and would generally fit into low to medium 

risk area. But take this same person on to a sports field either as a 

spectator or player when a higher level injury occurs. The eight 

hour course covering unit standards 6402 and 6401 (or 26551 and 

26552) does not cover head neck and spinal injuries, eye injuries, 

Market: Saturday, 10am-1pm. 

Gerald St, Lincoln. 

Darfield Market: Saturday, 

10- 2 pm, next to Farmlands on 

South Tce, Darfield. 

Edendale Car Boot Sale: Sunday, 

10-3pm, Edendale Cafe, 888 

Sandy Knolls Rd, West Melton. 

Running Groups 

The running groups aim to 

get like minded members of the 

community fit and engage with 

other. All running groups have 

a handicapped start to cater for 

your ability. 

Lincoln Road Runners: Tuesday 

registration from 5.30pm 

starts at 6pm. 3km or 6km. 

Starts at Lincoln University. 

Gold coin donations. 

Malvern Road Runners: Tuesday 

registration from 5.40pm 

starts at 6pm. 3km or 6km. 

Starts from Malvern Netball 

Centre. 

Prebbleton Runners: Tuesday 

registration from 6pm. 3km or 

6km walk or run. Starts from 

Prebbleton Reserve soccer 

ground. Gold coin donations. 

Ellesmere Road Runners: 

Wednesday registration from 

5.45 starts at 6pm. 3km or 6km 

walk or run. Starts from Leeston 

Physiotherapy. 

hypothermia and poisonings. 

The majority of injuries occur outside of the work place, in 

fact one in three injuries occurs in the home, making it the most 

common place for injuries to happen. new Zealand children 

are twice as likely to die through injury as children who live in 

australia. They mostly die as a result of motor vehicles accidents 

or falls in the home. fatalities from leisure and sport are not far 

behind those in the workplace. 

The wider 12 hour course teaches the additional unit standard 

6400 and provides a wide knowledge base for medium to high risk 

environments. This course covers many of the skills required to 

deal with the most common injuries, such as falls (which can result 

in head, neck and spinal injuries) and dealing with complex scenes 

such as motor vehicle accidents. 

if you are not sure on the course best suited to your needs, ask 

your accredited first aid training provider. They can explain the 

course content and give you options that will best suit your needs. 

Look beyond the workplace and consider your family and your 

location. Check that you have a good quality first aid kit that is 

up-to-date with replenished items, and that everyone knows where 

it is located. 

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Taste 

Learning the art of savouring food 

• By Catherine Gaffaney 

MICHELLE Holland used 

to “inhale” food. A busy 

professional, she would eat on 

the go or while doing three other 

things at once. 

In February, the 48-year-old 

Christchurch sales consultant 

who had spent her adult life 

on different diets and exercise 

regimes decided to try a mindful 

eating course. 

Mindful eating teaches that 

people should meditate before 

eating, use all the senses when 

eating, and listen to the body 

when it indicates it’s full. 

“I have an hour commute each 

morning and night so I would 

often eat in the car. At work, if I 

stopped for lunch, I’d be on my 

phone and reading a newspaper 

while I ate. 

“I’d done mindfulness before 

and found it really helpful, and 

I wanted to eat less and lose 

weight so I thought I’d give it a 

go. 

“I’ve lost 4kg since doing the 

course and have kept the weight 

off without consciously dieting 

or exercising.” 

Holland took part in a fourweek 

introduction to mindful 

eating course run by Mindfulness 

Works. The course was 

designed by Dr Heidi Douglass, 

a clinical psychologist who based 

the course on an American 

mindful eating programme 

created in 1999 for treatment of 

bulimia. 

“In the first class, we were 

given three minutes to eat a 

sultana,” Ms Holland said. 

“The experience is so heightened. 

The flavour burst was 

insane. Then in another class, 

we did the same with a potato 

chip. All I could taste were the 

chemicals.” 

Ms Holland doesn’t always eat 

mindfully since doing the course 

but says her eating has slowed 

HECTIC: Michelle 

Holland would often 

eat doing three other 

things at one. 

down a lot. 

“You need less because you 

experience more. I definitely 

slow down and as a consequence 

eat far less and feel satisfied for a 

lot longer. 

“It can be hard with my hectic 

lifestyle to stop but I try to. If I 

speed up, I often catch myself 

and realise.” 

Mindful eating teaches people 

to use all their senses when consuming 

meals. 

Dr Douglass began the course 

in Hamilton in May last year. It’s 

now also available in other centres 

and has attracted hundreds 

of Kiwis wanting to lose weight 

or change their relationship to 

food. 

“Some courses have had a lot 

of people who are overweight, 

others have had people who are 

of a healthy weight but have 

negative associations with food 

and their body,” Dr Douglass 

said. 

Binge eating was often associated 

with depression and 

anxiety. “Just telling people to 

eat healthier and exercise more if 

they want to lose weight doesn’t 

work for everyone,” Dr Douglass 

said. 

“It gives some people terrible 

self-esteem when they fail to 

do that. Mindful eating teaches 

people to tap into their built-in 

natural systems. They don’t have 

to calorie count; they just have to 

listen to their body.” 

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Gardening 

SELWYN TIMES 

Art gives your garden a personal touch 

WOULD YOU dare to buy a 

friend or relative a piece of garden 

art this Christmas? 

The idea that you can make art 

yourself for next to nothing is 

not wishful thinking. 

So if you find yourself at a 

sculpture exhibition, or one of 

the many garden festivals and 

fetes that have sprung up, and 

you see a toilet roll holder bolted 

to what appears to be a concrete 

drainage pipe lovingly smeared 

in purple paint, for goodness 

sake don’t imagine you could do 

the same yourself. Just buy it and 

get it home to rescue that desperately 

dull stretch of griselinia. 

But before parting with your 

cash bear in mind: where you 

are going to put it; what it will 

look like when it is in place; 

and if you know when to say 

‘‘stop’’. As for that last point — a 

garden crammed with art is as 

disconcerting as a toilet plastered 

with family photos: aunties and 

nephews happily beaming down 

at you and giving you claustrophobia 

when all you wanted was 

peace and quiet. Art, they tell 

you, is very personal. 

Not so in the garden, where 

everyone invited around must 

suffer or marvel at your personal 

taste on show. 

It pays to buy not what your 

gut instinct says you love but 

what will gel best with the geraniums. 

Inside the house, most artworks 

would look acceptable 

displayed against a white wall but 

in the garden you could say you 

already have the art installed: 

plants are like a painted canvas. 

IMAGINATION: Give life to your garden. Intimate corners suit 

trinkets. 

So the art you bring home is really 

more of a final brushstroke. 

Big lawns thus require fat 

installations at the end; intimate 

corners suit tiny trinkets and 

treasures. 

Therefore you have to first 

identify which particular spaces 

need what — the garden’s overall 

style and feel is as important as 

the size and aspect of the spaces 

inside. 

Resist buying the art while 

trusting you will find somewhere 

to put it. 

Plywood cutouts in various 

settings will work well in particular 

areas. A dark corner may 

best be furnished with something 

bright and shiny, while 

another vista might be enhanced 

with a see-through work that 

comes to life in silhouette. 

If your haven is bold, funky 

and chunky you can’t insult it by 

asking a flowery teapot to stay. 

Busy pieces of sculpture look 

best in simple settings but minimalist 

pieces are strong enough 

to cope with a little more froth 

and flowers surfing around their 

shores. 

Your garden is a cake and 

pieces of art like the birthday 

candles — space them out, make 

sure they match the icing, and 

for goodness sake don’t put on 

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Cosmos bursts with 

summer colour 

• By Tod Palenski 

THESE DAYS, garden design 

seems to be all about simple foliage 

and clean lines. 

As much as I admire the 

contemporary look, sometimes 

I prefer a bit of wild flower-like 

personality in my back yard. 

That’s where the easy-to-grow 

cosmos comes in to play. 

Bursting with hot summer 

colours and growing to around 

1m tall, cosmos are no shrinking 

violets. 

In fact, I love the way they 

sway gently in any summer 

breeze. 

These devil-may-care flowers 

also come with easy growing instructions, 

thriving in the heat of 

summer and flourishing almost 

anywhere, as long as it’s hot, dry 

and sunny. 

I’ve learned to give my cosmos 

plenty of admiring glances 

during the warmer months as, 

like all annuals, they germinate, 

flower and die within a season or 

a year. But don’t fret – they also 

pop up again each following year. 

For me, cosmos look best 

when grown en masse, creating a 

COLOUR: Cosmos looks best when grown en masse. 

sea of country-cottage colour. So, 

I recommend getting your hands 

on as many seedlings as you can 

afford. 

Once you’ve found a good spot 

and you’re ready to plant these 

American natives, add a good 

general fertiliser, like nitrophoska 

blue, to the soil to encourage 

growth. 

Then simply dig a hole (approximately 

3cm deep) and 

place your seedling inside. Plant 

each subsequent seedling about 

10cm apart, giving them space to 

grow but ensuring they’re close 

enough to support each other in 

strong winds. 

Next, layer newspaper around 

your plants, and then cover it 

with peastraw. This homemade 

mulch will prevent your plants 

drying out during the day and in 

between watering sessions. 

Voila – you’ll have a cosmos 

floral fiesta in no time, and get 

to enjoy an array of colour until 

the first frost hits, usually around 

June. 

And if you really want to bring 

the outside in, just a handful of 

these long-stemmed beauties 

look great in a tall vase (just don’t 

forget to put them in a cool place 

and change the water every two 

to three days). You’ll be thanking 

yourself for adding a bit of country 

colour at your place. 

Spring 

Spring is such a fantastic 

time of year, and with 

it brings a welcomed 

burst of energy and 

excitement for what the 

new season brings. While 

the enthusiasm levels are 

higher now, bear in mind 

that we can still have 

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month, so patience is a 

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Preparation is key, so make 

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Tuesday September 20 2016 31 

ROLLESTON’S 150 YEAR CELEBRATIONS 

A Community Event 

Rolleston’s 150 year weekend will 

celebrate the town and its people, from the 

significant to the day-to-day happenings 

that reflect its history. 

To capture this, people are invited to 

share their photos and stories by taking 

them to the Rolleston Library on Sunday, 

25 September, 1pm-5pm where each will 

be scanned and immediately handed back 

to the owner. 

“We want photos of the experiences 

and images of Rolleston over the years, 

whether the effects of the earthquakes, 

snow falling, farming, transport, 

construction or people,” says Jeff Bland, 

Chairman of the organising committee. 

The photos will be used in the 150th 

celebratory weekend exhibitions and will 

also provide material for a book on the 

history of Rolleston, to be written by local 

Council historian, Wayne Stack. 

Volunteers are also needed leading 

up to and over the celebration weekend, 

offering opportunity for enterprising 

clubs to also engage in some fundraising. 

If you can help email: rolleston150@ 

gmail.com. 

People are invited to share their photos and stories by taking 

them to the Rolleston Library on Sunday, 25 September, 1pm-5pm 

A great weekend is planned from 14th-16th October 

• Friday: Official Opening 

Night and Mix & Mingle, at 

the Community Centre, 7pm 

onwards; exhibitions, Flying 

Dixies Jazz Band, bar, nibbles 

(free entry); sponsored by 

Sicon. 

• Saturday: The Rolleston 

Show & Cultural Festival, cnr 

Hoskyns & Jones Rd, 10am- 

4pm, (free entry); sponsored by 

Intelligro. 

• Saturday: Rolleston 

New World Dine and Dance, 

tickets available from Council 

reception or Amanda Smith 

021 169 3193 or Raylene Clark 

027 326 7461 ($60 per person); 

generously sponsored by 

Rolleston New World. 

• Sunday: Grand Parade, 

10am from Norman Kirk Drive 

sponsored by Road Metals 

Quarries. 

Jeff Bland (left), Chairman of the 

organising committee 

Be part of our 

celebration! 

Register your vehicle from any era for 

our 150th Parade and Show Day. Please 

contact rolleston150@gmail.com or pick 

up a registration form from the Selwyn 

Council Office, Norman Kirk Drive, 

Rolleston. 

Volunteers 

Needed 

If you are interested in being 

part of this wonderful celebration 

either through your company or 

just as an outstanding member 

of our town, please contact the 

Rolleston 150th Committee. 

rolleston150@gmail.com or 

Jeff Bland on 0273999206. 

Programme of events 

Friday 14 October 2016 

Opening Evening 7pm – 11pm 

• Official Opening 

• Photo Displays 

• Supper and Refreshments 

Movie 7pm – 9pm 

• Suitable for younger audience 

Saturday 15 October 2016 

Rolleston Show and CultureFest 

Festival 10am – 4pm 

• Trains, Vintage and Classic Cars 

• Exhibits, Food and Market Stalls 

• All Day Entertainment 

Evening Dine and Dance 

7pm - Midnight 

• Meal and music by local providers 

• Tickets for sale 

Sunday 16 October 2016 

Street Parade 10am 

Saturday 15 October 

Rolleston Community Centre 

$60pp - two course meal 

Tables of 10 available 

Cash bar 

Doors open 6.00pm - 11.30pm 

6.30pm dinner is served 

8pm dance the night away! 

Tunes supplied by the Flying Dixies 

and Ellesmere Show Band 

Dress code: Black tie or period costume 

Tickets available from Selwyn Disctrict Council reception or by phoning 

Amanda Smith 021 169 3193 or Raylene Clark 027 326 7461

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SELWYN RURAL LIFE 

SELWYN TIMES 

Lincoln Hub to 

safeguard NZ global 

competitiveness 

Facilitating innovation in the agricultural 

sector is crucial if the industry is to meet 

the challenge of safeguarding New Zealand’s 

global competitiveness in the future. 

That is the key principle behind Lincoln 

Hub, the innovation network, education and 

research precinct based at Lincoln, which 

recently unveiled its new identity and gifted 

name. 

Lincoln Hub chairwoman Sue Suckling 

said the Hub is set to deliver value to the 

Canterbury region and New Zealand, as a 

specialist network and innovation cluster 

involving businesses, research and education 

developing cutting-edge agribusiness 

solutions. 

Lincoln Hub’s proposition is strengthened 

by having a research university at its core, 

making education a key part of its focus, she 

said. 

“We aim to facilitate sustainable solutions 

to agricultural problems and opportunities, 

through growing an innovation precinct 

at Lincoln and a global agricultural 

science network. This will enable the 

commercialisation of new ideas into 

products and services, while capitalising on 

New Zealand’s world-leading reputation in 

agriculture. 

“Lincoln Hub has grown from the idea 

that to meet the challenges of the future, the 

agricultural sector will need to innovate and 

create new ways of doing things.” 

The board of Lincoln Hub has formalised 

the entity’s purpose, which is to be a gateway 

for business and an industry-led organisation 

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It will connect organisations to address the 

need for sustainable agribusiness solutions 

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technology and testing environments, 

adding value to producers, businesses and 

scientific expertise, while providing unique 

education opportunities, Ms Suckling said. 

“Over the coming couple of years the 

Lincoln precinct will grow to a huge 

concentration of 900-plus agricultural 

scientists– representing a very significant 

resource.” 

The hub will work and collaborate with 

other similar entities around New Zealand 

including Te Hono Movement, Callaghan 

Innovation, Food HQ and other innovation 

parks around New Zealand. These 

connections will give Lincoln Hub a place in 

not only New Zealand’s “agri ecosystem” but 

also connections internationally. 

Lincoln Hub, which has five founding 

shareholders – Lincoln University, 

AgResearch, Landcare Research, Plant & 

Food Research and DairyNZ – has engaged 

actively with local rūnanga Te Taumutu, 

which has gifted the name He Puna Karikari. 

The name is a metaphor for exploration, 

cultivation and leadership in land, water and 

natural resources. The word ‘puna’ is used in 

the extended sense of a spring of knowledge, 

a flow of knowledge, and a point of origin. 

Karikari means to dig, to cultivate – and 

reflects the fruit of that labour. 

Lincoln Hub is in discussions with 

several international businesses interested 

in potential research collaborations and 

educational opportunities, said Ms Suckling. 

“We expect such partnerships to directly 

benefit Canterbury and New Zealand. This 

will come about through Lincoln Hub 

assisting organisations to find the best team 

to develop and commercialise science and 

research innovations for the benefit of the 

agricultural sector, improving productivity 

and competitiveness,” said Ms Suckling. 

In developing Lincoln Hub’s purpose, 

the board took inspiration from successful 

examples of innovation clusters overseas 

including Wageningen University and 

Research Centre in the Netherlands and 

Norwich Research Park in the United 

Kingdom. 

“Overseas examples have shown that when 

you bring industry, research and education 

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SELWYN RURAL LIFE 

Control the controllables 

tips at Dairy workshop 

DairyNZ’s Tactics for Spring event to be 

held in Culverden later this month is aimed at 

helping farmers manage their pasture during 

the most productive time of the year. 

The event will be held on 27 September at 

the Mossman property and is scheduled at 

the beginning of the ‘money months’ when 

more pasture will be grown and more milk 

produced than any other time of the year. 

With uncertainty around where milk prices 

will go, DairyNZ research and development 

general manager Dr David McCall is urging 

farmers to focus on what they can control. 

“Our research shows pasture, without any 

input other than basic fertiliser, drives more 

than 85 percent profit for most farms at a 

$7.00 per kg MS milk price, but 98 percent at 

a $4.00 milk price. So it makes sense to get our 

focus clearly set on managing this important 

feed source well – we’ve got to make the most 

of it, particularly this spring,” says David. 

“Profitable farmers, no matter what system 

they run, have a ‘pasture first’ mentality. They 

measure and work to optimise the cheapest 

feed source – home grown pasture in spring,” 

says David. 

The events are focused on helping farmers 

grow and harvest more spring pasture with 

topics including optimising pasture growth, 

managing pasture quality and effectively 

incorporating crops into the system. 

“Growing and harvesting an extra tonne 

of dry matter that has already been paid for 

can reduce costs by around $0.33 per kgMS – 

pushing farms closer to breakeven or further 

into profit.” 

Tips for spring include: 

• Act quickly to remove supplement when 

balance date arrives. 

• Balance date occurs when soil temperatures 

are greater than 10 degrees Celsius and 

pasture cover is at least 2,000kg DM/ha. 

• Once balance date is achieved, pasture 

will meet the nutrient needs of the cow 

including getting them in calf. Supplement 

will not improve reproduction if sufficient 

pasture is on-hand. 

• Aggressively identify paddocks for 

conservation to maintain quality. 

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HOME PROFESSIONALS 

SELWYN TIMES 

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A coat of paint can revitalise a house and 

while we might consider slapping the paint 

on ourselves, the mess involved and skill 

needed for a good job will have us looking for a 

professional. 

Finding an available painter and paperhanger 

who will not only be reliable and affordable 

but also do a good job without charging an 

excessive rate for travel is not always easy. 

A.Jay Services is a husband and wife business 

based in Rolleston. They carry out painting, 

wallpapering and plastering and will also 

organise any electrical work and tiling if 

required. 

“As painters and paperhangers, we’re usually 

the last on the job. If the other tradespeople 

haven’t been reliable it impacts on our work. 

We’ve linked up with other skilled tradespeople 

so a top job is delivered on time,” explains 

Andrea Scholey who along with husband Jason 

runs A.Jay Services. 

Service is the key word for A.Jay Services who 

also shift furniture out of the way and relocate it 

in the right place after the job is completed. 

“One older client had many pictures on 

the wall. After taking photos, we took each 

one down before painting then went back the 

next day to re-hang them. It took away any 

inconvenience for our customer,” explains 

Andrea 

who says 

their aim 

is to under 

promise 

and over deliver. 

With twenty seven years 

in the industry, Jason who 

learned his skills in the 

United Kingdom and 

once tutored painting and 

paperhanging is highly 

qualified. He is perfectly 

complimented by Andrea 

who previously worked in project management. 

They carry out interior and exterior painting, 

hanging wallpaper, interior plastering and if 

required project managing for a customer (a 

service they do not charge for), ensuring work is 

completed on time to a high quality. 

A.Jay Services mainly work in the Selwyn 

area. They work smart, utilising their time 

efficiently which means they are price 

competitive. They also pass on any material 

savings. 

Andrea also provides colour consultations, 

taking Resene colour palettes and wallpaper 

samples to the customer and advising on the 

effect colours are likely to have in a space, 

BEFORE 

such as how a dark colour can emphasise 

imperfections, and the impact of natural and 

artificial lighting. 

Jason and Andrea work flexible hours so can 

fit in with a client’s timeline and will complete 

work when a customer is away if desired. They 

are also community minded, working with 

BNZ staff whose time was donated to paint the 

Plunket rooms, lending equipment, guidance 

and finishing the job; while also supporting 

Lincoln High School’s Gateway programme by 

AFTER 

introducing students to the trade so they can 

decide if it is for them. 

A.Jay Services can be contacted by telephone 

on: 027 234 0009 (Andrea) or 027 234 0010 

(Jason) or by email: ajay_services@hotmail. 

co.nz. They also have a Facebook page at www. 

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If wanting work completed before 

Christmas, contact Jason and Andrea early, 

as they are already booked ahead. 

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Curtains create an impression 

and set the mood for a room. They 

are also practical, preventing heat 

from escaping through windows and 

blocking the sun’s harsh UV rays. 

The range of curtain fabrics on the 

market is fantastic whether natural 

fibres such as cotton and linen, 

natural/synthetic combinations, or 

straight synthetics like polyester 

with Fabrics at Lincoln carrying an 

amazing range. 

This little shop is packed with 

beautiful and unique fabrics for 

curtains, voiles and upholstering. 

Fabrics at Lincoln began operating 

in January this year and owner 

Colleen Bennetts says the response 

of Lincoln people, along with others 

from the greater Canterbury region 

and Otago, has been amazing. 

As a self-described fabric fanatic, 

Colleen wanted to make it more 

economical for customers, especially 

when faced with the cost of a new 

build so she decided to import 

her own fabrics from the United 

Kingdom, United States, and more 

recently also from Germany and 

Turkey. The quality of the fabric 

and exceptional price savings were 

motivating factors. 

“These fabrics are exceptionally 

good quality. They would normally 

sell for up to $200 per metre however, 

we sell them for $34.00 per metre. 

Some fabrics are up to $60 per metre 

but would normally retail at $120 per 

metre. These are exclusive to us. We 

can also order in other fabrics with a 

25% discount for cut lengths,” advises 

Colleen who will also source fabrics 

from New Zealand suppliers such as 

Charles Parsons, James Dunlop and 

Warwick, as well as organise making 

of curtains for customers. 

Every week, there is a $10 per metre 

stand so it is worth making a visit to 

Fabrics at Lincoln to grab a bargain. 

While there, check out the great 

selection of custom-made cushions 

which changes every week. 

Fabrics at Lincoln also offer free 

measure and quotes, and exceptional 

pricing on full house lots, investment 

properties and renovations, as well as 

supplying tracks, roller blinds, and 

custom making drapes and roman 

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Fabrics at Lincoln carry a good 

range of upholstery fabrics too, 

making it possible to select a textile 

for a bedroom chair, box ottoman or 

throw that will match or coordinate 

with the curtains in a room. 

Fabrics at Lincoln, is located in 

their permanent shop at 3 Gerald 

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SELWYN TIMES 

Lighting the way 

Many people, who have recently driven in or out of 

Rolleston, will have noticed another new building on the 

other side of the railway tracks. 

Two separately owned local franchises, Laser Electrical 

and Laser Plumbing, have come together to create a one 

stop shop for all electrical and plumbing needs. 

The staff who have been in their new site for just four 

weeks are enjoying working from a purposely constructed 

building, that provides a handy location for tradespeople 

and locals who can call in with electrical plans, to book a 

job, or to organise retail electrical supplies. 

Laser Electrical carry out electrical service work in the 

local area for industrial, agricultural, commercial and 

residential clients. From home maintenance to new builds, 

alterations or an exclusive thermal image maintenance 

programme for a dairy farm, they will carry out a quality 

job with a quick turnaround time. 

For a new home, Laser Electrical will provide 

free lighting plans and carry out the wiring 

including installing a surround sound system, 

alarm system, heat pumps, Wi-Fi and other 

electronic connections, as well as any 

outside lighting. Just take your plans into 

Laser Electrical where they will help you 

work out your needs. 

Their team are knowledgeable on 

the latest technology and specialists in 

providing electrical services for lighting, 

heating, air conditioning and ventilation, 

data communication and fibre optics, fire 

system design and installation, intercoms, 

alarm systems, motor control systems, 

pumps and irrigation, solar and safety 

system designs. 

With a team of sixteen there is always 

someone available to take care of a job 

especially when there is an emergency, and they are 

available on call 24/7. 

As part of the largest Australasian electrical 

and plumbing franchise group, Laser Electrical 

applies proven business techniques and has 

access to technical support in all facets of 

running an efficient business. 

The great team at Laser Electrical are also 

community minded; supporting local causes 

with fundraising initiatives like a recent movie night 

run by the Rolleston staff which was part of a community 

awareness week with money raised being donated to the 

Mental Health Foundation. 

To arrange for an electrician to call or for more 

information, contact Laser Electrical on 0800LASER4U, 

email Rolleston@laserelectrical.co.nz, check out their 

website at www.laserelectrical.co.nz, or call into 831 

Jones Road. They are there Monday to Friday from 

7.30am until 5pm. 

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Finding a versatile and experienced builder 

is not always straightforward, especially one 

who covers the spectrum, whether a new 

build, extension, renovation or alteration. 

Some builders say they will call to quote but 

either do not show up or never get round to 

giving a price. 

With Rolleston based building company, 

Bowness Built, no job is too big or too small 

and clients deal directly with the owners, 

Taryn and Phil Bowness. 

Phil has over seventeen years’ experience 

in the industry, gained in the United 

Kingdom and New Zealand on residential and 

commercial projects, allowing him to offer a 

broad building base and high level of skills. 

While Bowness Built specialise in 

residential they also take on light commercial 

work in Selwyn and around mid-Canterbury. 

This includes entry level homes to high 

architectural designs, as well as anything in 

between, whether on the flat or a hill. 

Recently, they constructed a three bedroom, 

two bathroom home in Lincoln with quality 

fixtures and fittings for a budget of $450,000 

(including land). 

“The final product is a good quality, 

exceptional house. It looks fresh and inviting, 

comparing well with other options on the 

market in this price range,” says Taryn. “It 

shows what can be built at the entry level 

where the maximum is $550,000 if applying 

for a Home Start Grant.” 

At the other end of the spectrum, Bowness 

Built recently finished an architecturally 

designed future-proofed home that featured 

solar panels, a well-insulated MAXRaft slab, 

wool insulation, PVC double glazed windows, 

a ducted heat pump system with the solar 

system set up to use batteries when they are 

available. 

As a private builder, Bowness Built offer 

value for money so clients have the potential 

to achieve a higher specified, quality home 

for their money. Clients work closely with 

Phil and Taryn rather than many individuals 

which can be the case in a larger organisation. 

Bowness Built will work with a client’s 

design or organise a designer, providing a 

fixed build price which banks require and 

clients need to avoid overspending. 

“We will tailor a complete package to the 

clients’ needs and wants, from the engineering 

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access to an Interior Designer who can assist 

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while clients have the option to work with 

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ideas, should they wish,” advises Taryn who 

says that Phil is a perfectionist, building each 

client’s home like he would his own. 

Phil is also particular about being onsite 

during construction, project managing 

the build with the assistance of Taryn, and 

contracting a minimum of work to achieve a 

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SELWYN TIMES 

Thinking about 

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Raised garden beds offer many 

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plants. 

Aesthetically, open spaces are broken up 

allowing courtyard intimacy and adding 

interest to the garden with the opportunity 

for additional seating where they are 

capped with a wider piece of timber. 

Botanically, the soil stays warmer in a 

raised garden bed making them ideal for 

early planting of vegetables and a longer 

growing season, especially if covered 

with frost cloth or some form of 

cloche. 

Raised beds can be constructed at 

a manageable height for gardening 

and positioned to suit the landscape 

design or for convenience, such as 

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kitchen, though this garden should 

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on which to attach timber to make a 

rectangular bed. Simpler options are using 

old drums or tyres though with the latter, 

there is potential for toxicity leakage into 

the soil so not a good option for 

growing edibles. 

When constructing a timber 

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wood. Untreated timber is best to 

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configuration. I’m not saying it 

3948mm; width, 1710mm; 

platforms globally would seem 

is noisy or unnatural, but it gets 

height, 1483mm 

easy. 

about its task with a feeling that 

• Configuration – Threecylinder, 

front-wheel-drive, 

Citroen effectively have two 

is uncharacteristic for an internal 

ranges – Citroen and DS. DS is 

combustion engine. 

1199cc, 81kW, 205Nm, sixspeed 

automatic. 

an offshoot which produces cars 

That aside, it is a sensation I 

just a little right of centre, trendy, 

quite like; I’ve driven many threepotters 

over the years, one of my 

fashionable and sporty. 

• Performance – 

The PSA Group, which is the 

daily commute work vehicles 0-100km/h, 9.9sec 

parent of company of Citroen 

was a Suzuki Alto, and I came • Fuel usage – 4.7l/100km 

and DS, has made it quite clear 

to really enjoy the honesty of its 

they would like to have separate 

three-cylinder engine, they have a mainstream category. 

showrooms for each brand, but 

lot of torque low down and that is Inside, too, it has avant-garde 

here in New Zealand that’s an CITROEN DS3: Trendy three-door hatchback. 

where you need power. And while styling elements. Not that they 

expensive investment, and one evaluation focuses on the baby overtake in 6sec (80km/h to it prefers to work at the lower make driving the car a challenge, 

which would be hard to justify of the series, the DS3, a small, 120km/h). Response to throttle part of the rev band, it will sing to they don’t, but just the way the 

given the historically low volumes funky, three-door hatchback request is pretty much instant, the top end readily boosting all of cockpit is laid out is visually different. 

of Citroen sold here. 

which utilises the Citroen C3 and drive is through a six-speed the way without complaint. 

And if you take into account Peugeot 208 platform. 

automatic gearbox, and it is a High performance versions of Space-wise the DS3 could really 

there are also some joint dealerships 

for both Citroen and three-cylinder engine of Citroen’s up too much out of the engine, included a Racing version. Given there are three seat belts across 

The DS3 also gets the 1.2-litre, transmission which doesn’t soak the DS3 in overseas markets have be considered a four-seater only, 

Peugeot, the latter also part of Cactus, C4 and the Peugeot 208. the entire acceleration process is it’s pedigree, I took the test car on the rear, but that area is best 

the PSA Group, the infrastructure 

involved in keeping all three well above its weight. It is rated Citroen also claim a 4.7-litre and out to the plains via Coes ure. However, on the plus side, 

It is an engine which punches fluid. 

the Summit Rd to Gebbies Pass reserved for those slight of stat- 

brands separate would be rather at an amazing 81kW and has per 100km (60mpg) combined Ford. The DS3 cruises quietly and there is a respectable under-hatch 

costly and complicated. 

a fabulous 205Nm of torque cycle fuel usage average. During feels nimble and agile when confronted 

with some tricky corners. ingly it easily accounted for the 

load space (285-litres), surpris- 

That being the case, to purchase available at just 2000rpm. The my time with the test car the consumption 

readout was constantly However, when that type of sizeable Kiddie-family weekly 

a DS at present, buyers need to latter is thanks to a fairly hefty 

go to the Citroen dealership, turbocharged boost and if you listing around 6l/100km (47mpg) motoring isn’t on the agenda the grocery shop. 

and to my way of thinking, that’s take into account the light weight with 4.4l/100km (64mpg) available 

at a steady 100km/h, the ways. Its French origins come renowned for building passion 

DS3 will appeal in many other French manufacturers are well 

the best scenario, while DS does of the car at just 975kg, it has 

stand out as being individual, the remarkable performance and engine quite relaxed at that speed to the fore, its design cues are into their cars. At $42,990 it isn’t 

cars are still in many ways fundamentally 

Citroen. 

It will accelerate from a stand- 

There’s no mistaking that some- 

baby hatchback it has two-tone today’s market, but if you want 

economy. 

turning over at just 2100rpm. standouts and while it is just a the most affordable hatchback in 

I’m due to drive the DS4 still to 100km/h in 9.9sec, and thing just a little bit different sits colouring, and chic features style and panache then the DS3 is 

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which certainly take it out of the the car for you. 

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Public Notices 

Rolleston 

Couriers 

Starting 26th Sept 2016 

• Re Roofing 

• Roof Repairs 

• Spouting 

Approved Age Concern 

provider 

Over 30 years experience 

Licensed Building 

Practitioner 

N A BARRELL 

ROOFING LTD 

Ph: 349 9778 or 0275 389 415 

Email: nabroofing@xtra.co.nz 

 

Rolleston Couriers is bringing the business 

back home by providing a fast, efficient, 

friendly service based in Rolleston for your 

business or personal convenience. 

Local deliveries within the surrounding area 

CHCH return daily - 5 days a week 

Affordable prices. 

Small to extra large parcels. 

Ability to carry Dangerous Goods. 

Phone: 027 204 1303 

Email: rollestoncouriers2016@gmail.com 


Est 

1979 

Arthur’s 

Roof & Property 

Services 

Ph: 03 347 2635 

DeMossing 

Silicone Sealing 

Pest Controls 

Roof Repairs 

Colourcoating 

Cell: 0274 847 980 

Email: apisl2008@slingshot.co.nz 

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CARPET & Vinyl 

lAying 

Repairs, uplifting, 

relaying, restretching, 

E mail jflattery@xtra. 

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ph 0800 003 181 

or 027 2407416 

FEnCE PAinTing 

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FEnCing 

Quality timber fencing - 

gates & repairs, ph Ryan 

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Keeping Canterbury cozy 

We specialise in insulating ceilings, walls, 

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SPRINGSTON 

RuGby 

FOOTball 

Club 

Notice of 

annual General Meeting 

Monday 17 October – 7:30pm 

Springston Domain 

New and existing members welcome 

PREBBLETON RUGBY 

FOOTBALL CLUB 

NOTICE OF AGM 

Monday 10th October 2016: 7pm 

Prebbleton Rugby Clubrooms, 

Toswill Road, Prebbleton 

All current & prospective players, 

coaches & members welcome. 

Any queries please contact Kim on 

027 427-7650 or secretary@prfc.co.nz 

Waihora Park Elections 

Waihora Park Reserve Management 

Committee are seeking people 

with energy and community spirit 

to join them. 

Elections will be held 

1 November 2016, 8pm, 

Waihora Bowling Club, Park Road, 

Motukarara. 

For more information contact: 

Janine: 329 7377 

Rolleston Rugby 

Football Club 

Notice of Annual General Meeting 

Monday 10th October 7.30pm at the Rolleston 

Rugby Clubrooms 

All members, players and affiliates welcome 

Election of Officers and Committee, 

followed by general business 

Div1, Div2, Div3, Colts and U18 – expressions of interest 

for coaches in these grades in writing (stating grade 

interested in and experience) by 1st October 

Submissions or changes to constitution in writing by 

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Any items for Agenda to Secretary, Angela Jones, 

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Sporting Notices 

MILITARY EXERCISE 

26 – 27 SEPTEMBER 2016 

The general public is to be advised that 

a NZ Army Exercise will be conducted in 

the West Melton Rifle Range area over the 

period 26 – 27 September 2016. 

The exercise will involve personnel of 

the 2/1 RNZIR from, Burnham Military 

Camp. The exercise will involve up to 85 

personnel. 

Training will involve soldiers conducting 

live firing during day and night hours in 

and around the West Melton Rifle Range 

area from 2pm until 11.30pm over the 

exercise period. 

For more information please call 

03 363 0099 

Situations Vacant 

CA$H 

Strippers 

& Podium 

Dancers 

Wanted! 

18+ TO APPLY 

NEISHA 

021 193 0118 

Rolleston Rugby Club 

Coaches for 2017 - Div1, Div2, Div3, Colts and U18 

The Rolleston Rugby Club is now asking for expressions of interest for the above 

coaching positions. 

The Rolleston Rugby Club are looking for experienced coaches to help build 

on the hard work that has already been done. We have a growing player base 

and the Club is very excited to work with the right coaches to bring the best out 

of our players. 

Applicants applying for the Division 1 role should have considerable coaching 

experience, be able to offer strong leadership, and come with a plan for future 

recruitment. We are looking for someone who is able to work cohesively with 

our Div2, Div3 and Colts coaches. 

If you think you would like to be involved in one of the fastest growing rugby 

clubs in New Zealand, please send your application to: 

andrewandpriscilla@xtra.co.nz or 

Andrew - 0221911021 for further details. 

Please make it clear which position you are applying for. 

Applications close 1st October. 




Rakaia Island Limited is a large scale family farming business milking 

9,000 cows on six dairy platforms plus dairy support and cropping. The 

properties are situated near Southbridge and Oxford. 

We require someone to provide cooking, catering and pastoral care 

services to our staff. This position is based on Rakaia Island, Southbridge 

but will involve travelling to our Woodstock property on a weekly basis. 

This role encompasses a number of key areas including: 

• Providing a warm and caring on-farm living environment. 

• Budgeting, creating menus and cooking staff evening meals to meet 

specific dietary requirements. 

• Catering for directors, meetings and farm functions as required. 

• Ensuring adequate hygiene standards are maintained in food 

preparation and dining facilities. 

• Ensuring high living standards of shared accommodation including 

maintaining common living areas and resolving any issues. 

• Empathy and understanding of international beliefs and cultures. 

The ideal candidate will have previous experience catering and cooking 

for average groups of 20 people. Experience will also include maintaining 

a hygienic workplace and on farm living facilities. A full drivers licence is 

essential and applicants must have New Zealand Residency or a current 

New Zealand work visa. The successful applicant will have returned a 

clean pre-employment drug test. 

Accommodation can be provided if required. 

Applicants are invited to register their interest by emailing their CV & 

Cover Letter to: Ella Turner, office@rakaiaisland.co.nz by Friday 7th 

October 2016

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SEPTEMBER 

HORNCASTLE ARENA 

CHRISTCHURCH 

10AM – 5PM DOOR SALES $10 

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Grab your girlfriends, mum or 

daughters and come have a 

great day out! 

• Over 200 Companies Involved 

• Everything from wine and food to shopping, 

fashion, business, beauty & lots more 

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Join us at one of Christchurch’s largest events 

If you’ve been searching for the ultimate occasion for you and 

your girlfriends to get together, then here it is. The annual 

Women’s Lifestyle Expo is back in Christchurch once more with 

their biggest Expo yet. With more sites to shop from than ever 

before do not leave your eftpos card at home! 

Featuring lots of new companies 

and everything from fashion and 

accessories to giftware, fantastic 

food and wine, crafts, unique 

businesses, beauty and so much 

more – what interests the modern 

women will be at the Expo. 

so many wonderful companies and 

do lots of shopping under the one 

roof. Aside from having the best 

of local companies exhibiting at 

the Expo we have a large number 

With well over 200 companies 

involved it will be one of the 

largest events held in the region 

and organisers expect many 

thousand women to visit the Expo 

over the two days. Renee Murray 

from Expo Organisers, NZME 

Events says “We will be bringing a 

fabulous experience to the women 

of Canterbury for one weekend. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to see 

of national companies who 

will travel to Christchurch 

from all around New Zealand 

especially to show local women 

their products. This is a great 

chance for women to stop, 

relax and spoil themselves for 

one weekend”. 

Take time for yourself; Have a Mother Daughter day out or grab the 

girlfriends and head to the Women’s Lifestyle Expo on this 24 and 

25 September at the Horncastle Arena. Door Sales only $10.

Be Pampered at the Expo 

Make sure you stop off at the Acacia 

Beauty Bar and treat yourself to a 

relaxing nail treatment or one of their 

many beauty treatments on site including 

reflexology, threading or a skin analysis. 

Acacia Skin, Health & Beauty are 

passionate about enhancing the lives 

of their clients - it’s all about you being 

lavished with the best experience and 

treatments to make the most of your 

body and beauty. You will look and 

feel fantastic after receiving the ‘Acacia 

treatment’. 

The Style Mystic Hair Lounge will be a 

popular destination for Expo visitors – 

take a seat and let the team spoil you with 

a new style or even a head, neck and 

shoulder massage. Why not have your 

hair curled or straightened and leave the 

Expo feeling like a new you. 

Your Expo experience won’t be complete 

until you visit the Moisture Mist and Za 

Makeup Lounge where not only will 

you find these Shiseido brands at great 

prices but the team onsite will be offering 

makeovers to Expo visitors. Find out the 

best colours and products to suit your 

own individual needs and leave the Expo 

feeling like a new woman! 

Grab a Goodie 

Bag Bargain 

Only available for purchase at the 

Women’s Lifestyle Expo these 

goodie Bags are perfect for expo 

visitors who love a bargain. They 

are a mystery bag including a scarf, 

variety of skincare & cosmetic 

products & more. Priced at only 

$20 these bags are sure to be a hit 

with Expo visitors and are strictly 

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When you arrive at the Expo make sure you enter to win the huge door prize 

on offer. Worth over $4000 with contributions from various exhibitors this 

will be a fabulous prize for one lucky visitor. 

One of the prizes is a pair of white gold 

and diamond vertical bar earrings worth 

$850 from exhibitor Polished Diamonds. 

Make sure you visit the Polished Diamonds 

site in the Expo and learn how they can 

help with your choice of diamond rings, 

wedding rings, necklaces and pendants. 

They specialise in setting World Quality 

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precious stones like sapphire, ruby and 

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Otago Central Rail Trail Trust. This is 

an amazing experience, all off-road, no 

traffic, just Central Otago’s big skies and 

distinctive landscape to enjoy. Visit the 

team from Otago Central Rail Trail Trust 

on their site at the Expo and find out why 

thousands of people love exploring the 

trail. Whatever your interests are, there’s 

something there for you. Discover old 

historic gold-mining villages, country 

pubs, rugged scenery, or try some great 

off-trail adventures. Get a group of 

friends together and come and find what 

“Southern Hospitality” is all about. 

Aside from the door prize many exhibitors 

will be offering their own competitions and 

giveaways on site with lots of expo only 

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Enjoy unique shopping to be found at Women’s Expo 

With over 200 sites to browse, unique businesses to discover, 

shopping, bargains and laughter, the Expo is the ultimate day 

out for every woman. 

One of the appeals the Expo has to 

visitors is the variety of companies 

involved with everything from 

jewellery and shoes to activewear 

and fitness to skincare and health 

products to gourmet food and wine 

and even a company offering plantbased 

cooking classes for Kids & 

Adults. There really is something for 

everyone and all ages. 

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 or 

skincare but the woman beside 

her may be more interested in 

cycling the Otago Central Rail Trail 

or sampling handmade cheese. 

It’s great on the weekend to see 

all the various women visit the 

show, from teenagers to business 

women, mothers to grandmothers 

and friends simply enjoying each 

other’s company. It’s becoming 

more common for us to see three 

generations visit the Expo together 

as well, with the daughter, mother 

and grandmother all enjoying the 

show and spending the day with 

each other.” 

Brandhouse will exhibit at the Expo 

for the first time with their range of 

champagne, vodka, port and wines. 

Popular at other Expo’s this year 

has been the Royal Dragon’s elite 

flavour vodka collection with some 

flavours selling out. Introducing 

the most tantalizing and unique 

flavoured vodka collection of its time 

flavours include Watermelon, Green 

Apple, Passion Fruit, Chocolate and 

Lychee… A great vodka collection 

to enjoy neat, on the rocks or in 

your favourite cocktail! Visit the 

large Brandhouse site at the show 

to sample from their fabulous range 

and take home what you love. 

Christinz Clothing will visit the show 

for the first time, travelling from 

Balclutha to showcase her selection 

of Designer Clothing including; 

pants, stunning tops, skirts, base 

layers and jackets. A popular 

item are her batwing sleeve tops with a 

flattering shape through front to suit all 

sizes and with pink, gold, navy, black 

and silver in the colour range these tops 

look great with jeans, skirts or leggings. 

Christinz Clothing are located in the Expo 

Fashion Zone. 

The High Protein Breakfast Company 

will travel all the way from Auckland with 

their exclusive High Protein Muesli. Not 

available in store yet this range of muesli 

not only tastes great but helps with weight 

management, health and fitness. Without 

many of the sugars or fillers that so many 

processed breakfast foods contain these 

mueslis will keep you fuller for longer and 

with flavours including 

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you will want to buy 

them all. Visit the High 

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Company in the Expo 

Taste Zone. 

The Women’s Lifestyle Expo, on at Horncastle Arena, 

Christchurch this 24th & 25th September. Door Sales only $10. 

For more details please see www.expos.co.nz or to keep in touch with 

all the Expo news & competitions join the Expo’s Facebook page at 

www.facebook.com/WomensLifestyleExpo.

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Week commencing Tuesday, 20TH sePTemBeR, 2016 

www.flemington.co.nz 

Looking for Lifestyle? 

Appealing 220m2 family home set 

on 4ha, offering superb lifestyle 

living. Comprising of 4 bedrooms – 

large master with WIR and ensuite, 

2 living areas, large family kitchen 

& wonderful indoor/outdoor flow. 

Double glazed throughout, fully 

insulated & heated by a centrally 

located woodburner (wetback). 2 

car garage with auto doors, 3 phase 

power & internal access complete 

the home. Many additional sheds. 

Well fenced into 3 paddocks with 

reticulated water. 

Deadline Sale unless sold prior, 

closes 4.00pm Thurs 6th October 2016 

Chris Moore 

Contact: 

Mobile: 027 288 0563 

Email: chris.moore@propertybrokers.co.nz 

www.chrismoorerealestate.co.nz 

Address: 994 Weedons Ross Road, West Melton 

Open home: Sunday 25th 2.00-2.45pm 

NEW LISTING 

M-A 

MATSON & ALLAN 

REAL ESTATE LIMITED 

WEST MELTON – 344 CURRAGHS ROAD 

LIFESTYLE TRANQUILITY IN SOUGHT AFTER WEST MELTON 

This fantastically presented 4 bedroom home offers a hidden 

oasis in Curraghs Road, which is a prime location in rural West 

Melton. The house offers all the modern features required in a 

rural location. The house consists of 4 bedrooms master with 

ensuite, separate formal lounge area, large open plan family, 

dining and modern kitchen, spacious family bathroom with 

separate toilet, 3 car oversized garaging. A large 4 bay (162sqm) 

shed in the paddocks, a workshop with 3 phase power and 

storage area and more garaging. 

Stock yards, fenced paddocks with arguably the best grass in 

the area. The vegetable garden is irrigated to ensure a plentiful 

crop. A true spring and summer delight this garden will capture 

For further 

information contact 

the sole agent: 

the heart with easy care planting, sit back and soak up the many 

hidden areas and peaceful tranquillity. 

The dream can easily be a reality. Viewing will not disappoint! 

To be sold by Deadline Sale – purchase price plus GST (if any). 

All offers to be presented on or before 4pm Wednesday 19 

October 2016 (Unless sold prior). 

Open Home: Sun 25th Sept 2.15-3.00pm 

4 2 2 3 

View: www.marealestate.co.nz/038 

Sue Robinson 

Licensed Agent REAA 2008 

Mobile: 021 409050 

Office: 03 318 8204 

E-mail: sue@marealestate.co.nz 

LocaLLy owned & operated | proven experienced agents 

For all your Real Estate needs. We are happy to provide advice and free current market appraisals.

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RESIDENTIAL 

Hastings McLeod Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 0800 367 5263 

FIRST HOME BUYERS & INVESTORS 

HIGHLAND SPECIAL $330,000 

WEB ID DFU51500 

HORORATA 

4 Hobbs Street 

LocLocated in the rural setting of Hororata is this 3 

bedroom weatherboard home, well positioned on a 

quarter acre section offering a well fenced private 

backyard. Inside the home features a combined 

kitchen/dining with exposed timber floors, separate 

lounge with logburner and a compact bathroom with 

separate toilet. Outbuildings include a single carport and 

garden shed situated in sheltered grounds with an 

abundance of native plantings providing a peaceful 

haven. Excellent opportunity for those looking for a 

property with great bones and real options to add value. 

VIEW By Appointment 

WEB ID ROU50258 

DARFIELD 

5 Russell Street 

Whether you are looking to step into home ownership 

or looking to grow your rental portfolio, this property 

needs to be on your list. 

• 3 bed, 2 living, 1 bath 

• Brick/Roughcast exterior and aluminium joinery 

• Modern Kitchen and Bathroom 

• Fully insulated with DVS, Heatpump, and Woodburner 

• Low maintenance 130m2 home on 1012m2 section 

• Separate garage with auto door 

• Currently tenanted on fixed agreement expiring in 

November 

PARK YOUR CLASSIC HERE! 

DEADLINE SALE 

View By Appointment 

DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 6th October, 2016 at 

4.00pm, (unless sold prior) 

Chris Moore 

Mobile 027 288 0563 

Office 03 929 0306 

chris.moore@propertybrokers.co.nz 

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Gareth Cox 

Mobile 021 250 9714 

Office 03 929 0306 

gareth@propertybrokers.co.nz 

DIAMOND ON DONATELLO ... $595,000 

WEB ID ROU51122 

ROLLESTON 

3 Donatello Drive 

When you enter this large executive home you will 

appreciate all the benefits it has to offer. 

• 4 large bedrooms with built in robes 

• Executive kitchen with plenty of storage 

• Great family dining area 

• Large separate living with log burner and heat pump 

• Outdoor patio area 

• Manicured lawns and garden 

• Large triple car garage and ample parking 


Dave Livesley 

Mobile 021 466 637 

davel@propertybrokers.co.nz 

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OPEN HOME 

HORNBY 

7A Ruakaka Street 

With plenty of parking and 3 car garaging (double plus 

another large single) as well as a studio/office space 

attached, there are options galore. 

Park your day runners behind the gates and the Classics 

under cover. 

The house is a classic 3-bedroom summer hill stone with 

modern kitchen and large bathroom, a spa bath and 

separate shower. 

A lounge ideal for large gatherings, opening out to a 

balcony and private outdoor space. 

Facing northwest, the house sees plenty of sun from 

sunrise to sunset and for the winter months you’ll keep 

warm with a log burner and heat transfer to the 

bedrooms, as well as heat pump to take away that 

morning chill. 

Loads of features…….so be quick!!! 

VIEW Sunday 25 Sep 1.00 - 1.45pm 

WEB ID ROU51620 

Kurt Richardson 

Mobile 021 154 3764 

Office 03 929 0306 

kurt@propertybrokers.co.nz 

BY NEGOTIATION 

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LIFESTYLE 

Hastings McLeod Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 rolleston@propertybrokers.co.nz 03 929 0306 

WHERE DREAMS ARE MADE... 

SPACIOUS, ELEGANT, IDYLLIC LIFESTYLE 

WEB ID ROL51652 

WEST MELTON 

31 Fyffe Road 


4 ha block in the ever popular West Melton area - create 

the lifestyle block you have been dreaming of. High 

quality blocks such as this are currently in high demand 

and with limited availability, this offers a fantastic 

opportunity. Here you will be surrounded by homes and 

lifestyle blocks of the highest quality, future proofing 

your investment. It now needs you to complete the vista, 

by taking advantage of the ideal house sites to maximise 

the uninterrupted views of the Southern Alps. This block Chris Moore 

is well catered for with power and phone to the 

Mobile 027 288 0563 

boundary. 

Office 03 929 0306 


RARE OPPORTUNITY CLOSE TO CITY 

DEADLINE SALE 


COES FORD 

149 The Lake Road 

An exclusive opportunity presents itself here: 

• 10.11ha lifestyle property near the iconic Coes’s Ford 

• Spacious idyllic family home that needs to be seen 

• Impressive kitchen, 4 living areas and separate laundry 

• Solar powered underfloor heating and hot water 

• Heat pump, gas fire and a northern facing aspect 

• Established and well maintained easy care grounds 

• 9.5 ha of irrigated Paparoa Loam soil 

• Large 5 bay 9 m x 22 m implement shed 

Properties of this class are rarely presented to the 

market, prepare to be impressed and dare to own. 

DEADLINE SALE 


DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 22nd September, 2016 at 

4.00pm, (unless sold prior) 

Michael Robb 

Mobile 027 436 7106 

michael.robb@propertybrokers.co.nz 

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3 

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OPEN HOME 

YALDHURST 

430 Buchanans Road 

Unique opportunity to secure a significant 4.48 hectare 

parcel of land extremely well located on the edge of 

Christchurch city. 

Existing improvements include a 4-bedroom dwelling 

with 1 bathroom and large living area, heated by wood 

burner and heat pump. 

fencing providing exciting options for intending 

purchasers to further develop their dream country 

lifestyle whilst having all the benefits of city living. 

Motivated Vendors inspection a must! 


VIEW Sunday 25 Sep 11.00 - 11.45am 

AUCTION 1.00pm, Wed 5th Oct, 2016, (unless sold 

prior) 

AUCTION 

Range of sundry outbuildings. Water sourced from own 

well. 

Vendors have completed extensive landscaping and 

www.propertybrokers.co.nz 

Gareth Cox 

Mobile 021 250 9714 

Office 03 929 0306 

gareth@propertybrokers.co.nz 

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LIFESTYLE 

Hastings McLeod Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 rolleston@propertybrokers.co.nz 03 929 0306 

TAKE THE REINS 

WEST MELTON 

206 Langdales Road 

This incredible lifestyle property on Langdales Road, 

West Melton, is a property which offers so much more 

than the usual. A modern 320m2 home complete with 4 

large double bedrooms (2 with ensuites), additional 

bathroom/toilet, and separate laundry, means that this is 

a quality home suitable for families of all sizes. 

An outdoor patio area adjoining a large lounge and 

dining area allows for excellent indoor/outdoor flow. In 

addition to the main residence, an additional, 2 

bedroom dwellings (133m2) providing a genuine income 

source or alternatively provide additional living spaces 

for extended family. 

LOOKING FOR LIFESTYLE??? 

The 4ha of land offers the absolute highest standard of 

equestrian infrastructure and is well fenced into 9 horse 

safe paddocks. 

A full sized dressage and show jumping arena along 

with additional space for riding is complemented with a 

full range of facilities. 

Potential purchasers have the opportunity to continue 

this business, or simply enjoy the property for your own 

use. 



DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 13th October, 2016 

at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior) 

Chris Moore 

Mobile 027 288 0563 

Office 03 929 0306 


DEADLINE SALE 

4 

3 

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WEST MELTON 

994 Weedons Ross Road 

Your search is over. This appealing 220m2 family home 

set on 4ha located on Weedons Ross Road, offers 

wonderful lifestyle living with all the conveniences of 

West Melton nearby. 

Comprising of 4 bedrooms – large master with WIR and 

ensuite, 2 living areas, a large family kitchen, and 

wonderful indoor/outdoor flow. 

Double glazed and tinted windows throughout, fully 

insulated, and heated by a centrally located woodburner 

(wetback), ensure the home is cosy and warm. A good 

sized 2 car garage with auto doors, 3 phase power and 

internal access complete the home. 

Additional sheds are a large 12m x 9m storage shed 

with concrete floor, a 7m x 6m workshop/garage, a 

large wood shed, 2 x garden sheds and the pump shed. 

The land is well fenced into 3 paddocks with reticulated 

water. This offers plenty of scope for purchasers to 

either continue to enjoy as a simple lifestyle block, or set 

the block up as your needs require. 

Stock and domestic water is sourced from your own 

bore. 

OPEN HOME 


VIEW Sunday 25 Sep 2.00 - 2.45pm 

DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 6th October, 2016 

at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior) 

Chris Moore 

Mobile 027 288 0563 

Office 03 929 0306 


DEADLINE SALE 

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www.propertybrokers.co.nz

M-A 



‘The 


Experts’ 

5 

Residential 

Lifestyle 

Rural Property 

Licensed REAA2008 

LIFESTYLE LIVING IN THE HEART OF THE TOWNSHIP 

ROLLESTON - 4/710 EAST MADDISONS RD 

Properties of this calibre are rarely offered to the Rolleston 

market. There is so much about this appealing property that 

sets it apart from the rest. 

To begin with, the substantial 250m2 double glazed home 

features large sunny open plan living, separate laundry, 

five good size bedrooms and a master with walk through 

robe and ensuite. The sleek modern kitchen with Marbello 

bench top and quality appliances will please you with its 

functionality and large amount of storage. The home is 

heated by a bevy of heating options with two well located 

heat pumps and a Bosca wood burner. 

Next we have the beautifully landscaped 5666m2 property 

which will impress you with its privacy and beautiful views 

of the water fountain, petanque court, orchard and feature 

plantings. In addition it has a comprehensive irrigation 

system. The property provides garaging for up to 4 vehicles 

with a double internal access garage and a separate double 

garage. 

The icing on the cake is the fantastic salt water lap pool 

which is heated by a heat pump system to provide year 

round enjoyment. This property certainly does offer it all and 

viewing is highly recommended. 

Price: Neg Over $835,000 


Viewing by appointment 

Jackie Derrick Mb 027 636 3576 

or Susan Davis Mb 027 662 2751 

BUILDERS OWN HOME – STUNNING FEATURES 

ROLLESTON - 10 LOUIS LANE 

Built by a private builder this stunning contemporary style 

property with feature stone work will impress those who are 

looking for a modern and unique quality designed home. 

Loaded with special features the property has been designed 

to capture most of the natural light and is sited perfectly on 

the section for maximum sun. 

The modern design allows for spacious open plan living with 

large north facing ranch sliders that open out to a private 

sun soaked entertaining area. The polished concrete floors 

are a stunning feature which add to the “Wow” factor of 

this property. There are two heat pumps which have been 

strategically combined with not only a home ventilation 

system but also upgraded insulation to ensure you are 

kept warm and cosy over those winter months. The kitchen 

is modern in design with quality appliances including an 

induction hob. You will be impressed with the breakfast bar 

which sits centrally in the home and provides an inviting hub 

for family and friends. 

The home has 4 double bedrooms with large wardrobes and 

the private master has ranch sliders that open out to the 

timber deck, perfect for those weekend morning coffees. 

This property offers ample storage space and separate 

laundry lovers have been well catered for. 

Other special features of this property include, LED lighting 

throughout, quality blinds throughout, superior fencing and 

landscaping complete! 

Price: Neg Over $659,000 


Viewing by appointment 

www.marealestate.co.nz 

Jackie Derrick Mb 027 636 3576 

or Susan Davis Mb 027 662 2751

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Ray White Rolleston 

Sarah Booth 

Licensee Salesperson 

Business Owner 

027 527 8258 

Brendan ‘Big Red’ Shefford 

Licensee Agent 


027 224 4733 

Emma George 



027 555 0568 

Melanie Elliott 


027 635 2643 

Leisa Webster 


027 722 5537 

Leesa Barrie 


027 947 1200 

Doyleston 5B Greenan Place 

Situated in a family friendly cul-de-sac set amongst other 

quality Horncastle built homes, you will be delighted with the great 

living spaces including a separate lounge, that this well laid out 3 

bedroom home offers. The light and bright kitchen & living areas 

are spacious and flow effortlessly out to a private backyard and 

sun drenched patio area. The master bedroom is serviced with 

an en-suite and both a walk in wardrobe and a double wardrobe 

which will comfortably cater for a his and hers option. The further 

2 doubles are both generous sized, with built in double wardrobes 

and a full family sized bathroom and a separate toilet with hand 

basin. This tidy property is sure to tick a lot of boxes for those 

looking to jump on the property ladder or looking to downsize. 

For Sale 

Sale Offers over $449,000 

View Sunday 2.00pm - 2.30pm 

rwrolleston.co.nz ID# RLL22598 

Angela Hunt 021 548 777 

Rolleston 9 Binyon Place 

This spacious 4 bedroom home has impressive 

features along with a third living area. Open plan 

living will attract entertainers with the kitchen 

overlooking the dining & living areas including 

sliders flowing to a sunny patio area, while a 

separate lounge is kept snug with a log burner. A 

Lossnay heat transfer ventilation system means 

the entire house is kept warm plus filtered fresh air 

which is a large attraction in today’s modern lifestyle 

as well as solar hot water. Another attraction of 

the house is the master bedroom complete with 

ensuite, walk in wardrobe & separate lounge area. 


View Sunday 11.00am - 11.30am 


Dwayne Bloomfield 021 163 9874 

Leisa Webster 027 722 5537 

West Melton 2/670 Newtons Road 

The moment you walk through the schist entrance of this 

contemporary 4 bedroom lifestyle property, you’ll know it’s about 

to spoil you with many more design features. The welcoming 

open plan living area with high stud boasts plenty of natural light 

& warmth. These doors extend out to an impressive patio area. 

For ease of family living, this central hub of the home also offers 

a convenient study nook, elegant dining area & designer kitchen 

with granite bench tops & a walk-in pantry. Cleverly tucked behind 

sliding doors is the formal lounge/media room. The exquisite master 

suite also boasts a large ensuite with a double tiled shower & 

underfloor heating. The 4 hectares are deer fenced & broken into 3 

large paddocks to the rear. This desirable property won’t last long! 

For Sale 




Sarah Booth 027 527 8258 

‘Big Red’ Shefford 027 224 4733 

Leeston 398 The Lake Road 

Offering 55 acres of fertile land & water rights to 

irrigate. The large 3 bedroom home features a great 

open plan living room & a stunning country styled 

kitchen with granite bench tops, walk in pantry & 

gas hobs. The double garage has an added bonus 

of a rumpus room with covered access to the 

house. An established orchard boasts a variety of 

fruit and 10 Walnut trees. The property has post 

& wire and electric fences plus a stockyard, 2 x 3 

bay barns and a shelter for calf rearing. A further 

extension creates a large workshop area. 

Sale Offers over $1,200,000 + GST (if any) 




Brendan ‘Big Red’ Shefford 027 224 4733 

Rolleston 24 Hartford Crescent 

Are you looking for something a little different, not just another 

‘cookie cutter’ home..? Well, 24 Hartford Crescent may be just 

what you are searching for! Funky in design & with a unique street 

appeal, this property is sure to grab your attention with its modern 

edge layout & style, both inside & out. The large open plan living 

area is home to the trendy kitchen & has great indoor-outdoor 

flow to the outdoor deck & fully landscaped section, just perfect 

for summer bbq’s with friends! Adding to the appeal, the master 

bedroom benefits from a sleek tiled bathroom & WIR, plus there 

is another bedroom & spacious family bathroom with a 2nd tiled 

shower to complete the floor plan. Now for the difference... a large 

3rd bedroom, man cave, toy room or teenagers retreat upstairs! 

This rooms has a variety of uses & has a lovely outlook to the 

nearby reserve & children’s playground. With homes like this a rare 

find, be sure to come take a look & see all that this fresh & funky 

property has to offer... you won’t be disappointed! 






Ray White Rolleston - Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) MREINZ 

Ph: 03 347 9988 

www.rwrolleston.co.nz


7 

Angela Hunt 


021 548 777 

Amanda Cherry 


027 340 6955 

Dwayne Bloomfield 


021 163 9874 

Melissa Warrington 


027 279 4362 

Nyressa Vincent 


027 515 7045 

Kathy Wilson 


021 183 3060 

Rolleston 46 Oak Tree Lane 

Are you searching for a home to provide space for the 

whole family? Then look no further! Located in the desirable 

Maddison Gardens sub-division, this home offers versatile 

living options with the benefit of an attached fully selfcontained 

two bedroom granny flat. If garaging is what you 

desire, the extra large four car garage will definitely appeal, 

plus there is the bonus of attic storage and plenty of off 

street parking. Not to be out done is the main house with 

four spacious bedrooms including the master with an ensuite 

and walk in wardrobe. There is no shortage of space in the 

kitchen and living areas either. You will enjoy creating your 

culinary delights in the well appointed kitchen which is nicely 

positioned overlooking the living/dining area. Great indoor/ 

outdoor flow is on offer here with sliders opening from both 

living areas to the sun-drenched north facing patio. The 

large separate lounge is ideal for relaxing with family or 

entertaining guests. If you need space, and don’t want to 

compromise on style, then this fabulous property sited on a 

beautifully landscaped 1751m2 section is a must see! 




Amanda Cherry 027 340 6955 


Rolleston 69 Hungerford Drive 

Immaculately presented & positioned to make the most of 

the sunshine, this simply beautiful home has everything you 

could want & being less than a year young, still feels like 

new! Instantly welcoming, you are sure to love the layout 

& features the home has, including great living areas, a 

trendy & functional kitchen, good sized bedrooms & a few 

little extras. At the heart of the home, the stylish kitchen has 

a 90cm oven & gas hobs, plus a great walk in pantry & a 

commanding outlook to the living, dining & outdoor alfresco 

deck areas, so entertaining family & friends will be a breeze. 

Furthermore, the separate lounge provides another area to 

host guests or watch your favourite movie. For everyday life, 

the 4 well proportioned bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & separate 

laundry with excellent storage are sure to please, plus a 

handy study area ensures the kids will have no excuses 

getting their homework done! All of this, plus a safe & secure 

727sqm section with a semi-rural outlook & a fabulous 

location close to the new Rolleston College & Lemonwood 

Grove Primary (both opening in 2017), as well as recreational 

facilities, shops & more. 




Leesa Barrie 027 947 1200 



Ph: 03 347 9988 


8 


Sarah Booth 



027 527 8258 


Licensee Agent 


027 224 4733 

Emma George 



027 555 0568 



027 635 2643 

Leisa Webster 


027 722 5537 

Leesa Barrie 


027 947 1200 

Rolleston 15 Greenstone Street 

This fabulous like new home in the thriving Stonebrook sub-division 

has a welcoming entryway that leads you into the spacious, sunny 

open plan family/kitchen/dining area. The well organised kitchen 

with double fridge space is the heart of the home & will cater for 

all your family needs. A good sized separate lounge will provide 

a great escape for relaxing at the end of the day. The generous 

master bedroom is set apart from the other bedrooms and provides 

an essential ensuite and WIR. 3 remaining double bedrooms in 

their own wing along with the family bathroom and good storage 

provides easy everyday living. An easy care, fully fenced 709sqm 

section has been thoughtfully planted and the driveway provides 

good off street parking. This property needs to be viewed quickly! 

For Sale 

Offers over $535,000 



Emma George 027 555 0568 


Rolleston 68 Stanford Way 

Less than 2 years old, this sunny & light 225m2 

family home has plenty on offer. From the 

generous 4 bedrooms, elegant bathrooms & 

fabulous 1106m2 section (includes ROW), this 

family home is a winner! With a sleek & stylish 

kitchen offering plenty of storage while looking 

out upon the beautifully landscaped & fully 

fenced section. The layout is ideally planned for 

effortless entertaining, with the kitchen serving as 

the central hub of the home, offering the living & 

dining areas on either side & the large separate 

lounge at the front of the property. Close to 

Rolleston College this home is the total package! 





West Melton 735 Weedons Ross Road 

Set in the heart of the West Melton village, this 3 bedroom 

modernised family home is sure to set your heart a flutter. The 

spacious, modern, open plan kitchen and living area is light, 

bright and beautiful - featuring a centrally located log burner, and 

wonderful sunny aspect. Step out through the ranch slider and you 

discover the true extent of this slice of paradise in the fully fenced, 

family friendly section. Ideal for families, those starting out or those 

looking to downsize to a home within walking distance of 

amenities, this property promises to place you in the heart of the 

action without compromising your privacy or security. If you haven’t 

discovered West Melton yet - what are you waiting for? 

For Sale 

Offers over $439,000 



Melanie Elliott 027 635 2643 


West Melton 40 Jacks Drive 

Inside this spectacular family home are spacious 

living areas that flow seamlessly out onto the 

hardwood decks that are perfect for entertaining. 

A well appointed kitchen forms the hub of the 

home, with plenty of storage & a walk in pantry. 

There are 4 generous bedrooms, including 

the luxury master suite, which has a ‘to die for’ 

ensuite, + there is also a chic family bathroom. 

Adding to the long list of attributes, the home 

also has 2 heat pumps, a gas fire & under tile 

heating in the bathrooms, large study nook, 

separate laundry & double carpeted garage. 






Lincoln 21 Payne Court 

Must be sold! *UNDER RV* 

With many enticing features to list, this beautiful home 

has so much for the discerning buyer, and a price tag 

that is sure to please. For sale well under the RV, this 

has got to be fantastic buying! Located in the desirable 

Liffey Springs, the home comes with spacious & sunny 

living areas, a large walk in pantry, separate laundry, 

tiled ensuite shower, triple garage, oodles of storage 

& a study nook. With 4 bedrooms, the home will suit 

a variety of situations & buyers. Homes of this quality 

& this price don’t come along everyday, so get in now 

before you miss out! 


View Saturday 1.30pm - 2.00pm 





Ph: 03 347 9988 



9 

Angela Hunt 


021 548 777 

Amanda Cherry 


027 340 6955 

Dwayne Bloomfield 


021 163 9874 

Melissa Warrington 


027 279 4362 

Nyressa Vincent 


027 515 7045 

Kathy Wilson 


021 183 3060 

We have buyers looking for the following: 

Rolleston 

3-4 bedrooms 

New or near new, low maintenance home 

Easy care section 

Price up to $515,000 

Contact 


emma.george@raywhite.com 

Rolleston 

4 bedrooms 

2 bathrooms 

800m2 + section 

Price $560,000 to $600,000 

Contact 


melanie.elliott@raywhite.com 

Rolleston 

4 good size bedrooms, walk in pantry 

room for a caravan 

2-3 car garaging 

Price up to $620,000 

Contact 


leisa.webster@raywhite.com 

Rolleston 

3 bedrooms, 1 living, modern kitchen 

2 bathrooms 

Section 500m2 plus 

Price $450,000 to $500,000 

Contact 




Lifestyle property 

2-4 hectares, space for horses and cars 

State of house not important 

Price $600,000 to $700,000 

Contact 


brendan.shefford@raywhite.com 

Rolleston 

4 good size bedrooms + study 

3 car garaging with off street parking 


Contact 


leisa.webster@raywhite.com 

Rolleston, Broadfields, Weedons, 

Springston 

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 3 + car garaging 

Section or lifestyle 2000m2 plus 


Contact 


angela.hunt@raywhite.com 

Rolleston 

3-4 bedrooms 

2 bathrooms 


Price under $500,000 

Contact 


leesa.barrie@raywhite.com 

Rolleston 

3-4 bedrooms 

2 bathrooms 



Contact 


emma.george@raywhite.com 

Rolleston 

4 bedrooms + study or 5 bedrooms 

2 bathrooms 


Price $600,000 to $700,000 

Contact 



West Melton, Rolleston 

4 bedrooms, 2 living, 2 bathrooms 

Suitable for a wheel chair 

280m2 plus house, 3 car garaging 


Contact 


amanda.cherry@raywhite.com 

Templeton 

3 bedrooms, 2 car garaging 

Family size section 

Price - mid to high $300,000’s 

Contact 


dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com 

West Melton 

4 bedrooms 

3 + garaging 

Price $850,000 plus 

Contact 



Rolleston 

Section 

1500m2 plus 

Any price 

Contact 


amanda.cherry@raywhite.com 

Lincoln High School Zone 

2-3 bedrooms 


Contact 



Are you considering selling? Do you have a property that matches one of these descriptions? 

Contact us now for a no obligation appraisal 


Ph: 03 347 9988 


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503 Weedons Road 

REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS 

115 Blighs Road 

In the Zone and now SOLD! 

After a successful marketing campaign, this 

Shelley St stunner, Rolleston is now SOLD! 

Both vendors and purchasers are delighted 

with the outcome. A popular property, we still 

have buyers looking for similar homes in this 

area. If you are contemplating the sale of your 

property and you would like to find out how 

we can combine your plans and our service 

to get you a great result too, don’t hesitate 

to contact Fay or Mike today for a free, no 

obligation appraisal! 

Private Mediterranean Paradise 

By nEgOtIatIOn 

Proudly positioned on 4.34 ha section lies this impressive home of grand proportions. You would be 

forgiven for thinking you were roaming the Spanish country side with the home’s exquisite and solidly 

constructed Mediterranean style exterior and idyllic surrounds that are home to stunning gardens, 

recreational facilities and a productive walnut orchard. Spanning 605sqm, the main residence will take 

your breath away as you’re greeted by the main living area that boasts a spectacular 4m stud, exposed 

Macrocarpa beams and a striking mezzanine. We expect discerning purchasers will recognise the rarity of 

this opportunity and act accordingly. To avoid disappointment, don’t delay, contact Mike Goatley now for 

further information. 

OnE MOrE SOLD! 

8 Waterbridge Way 

EnqUIry OvEr $695,000 

Unique, Exclusive & Serene! 

This is no ordinary home! Packed with 

exceptional design features, this property 

will impress as the perfect place for the busy 

professional or empty nester looking for a 

peaceful and secluded location for their time off 

or the next season of life. If you are looking for a 

private setting there is nothing to compare with 

this unique offering in the beautiful Waterbridge 

Way. After listening to the feedback and pricing 

accordingly our owners’ instructions are clear, 

the next project is looming and they want this 

property Sold. So don’t delay, call Mike today to 

make this one yours. 

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[Edition datE] 

Your guide to Show Homes & New Sections 

in the Selwyn District 

Montrose takes gold 

A Lincoln show home struck gold with their Light Up My Life entry at the recent 

Canterbury Registered Master Builders’ House of the Year awards, taking a Gold 

Award in the GIB Show Home category. 

“It’s great to receive industry recognition for 

constructing a quality product and to have the team’s 

work in building the house acknowledged,” says 

Steve Reeves, owner of Montrose Design and Build 

who added that the Award evening was also a great 

opportunity to celebrate with the team. 

Montrose Design and Build is a local Canterbury 

company that began in May 2014. Steve had returned 

from overseas just prior to the earthquakes. 

The born and bred Cantabrian, realised that the 

greatest need was for people who could work on 

repairing and rebuilding the city. This led him to the 

decision to start his own building company, drawing 

on his carpentry training and years of experience in 

the building trade in New Zealand, the United States 

and England. 

With Montrose, Steve wanted to produce quality 

homes that were enjoyable to live in and their show 

home at Lincoln certainly achieves this. 

The home has all the elements of contemporary living 

while also offering areas for intimacy and space for 

family with a light, open and spacious feel. 

There has been meticulous attention to detail in its 

workmanship with higher quality products used 

such as the real Alexandra schist cladding around the 

chimney both inside and out, the Western red cedar 

cladding and cathedral ceilings in the kitchen, dining 

and lounge area. 

The front door is solid cedar, complimented with 

cedar facia and enhanced by the solid oak wood 

flooring in the entryway, kitchen and dining areas. 

Built-in shelving is a feature in both the living room 

and lounge while the highly lacquered joinery in the 

kitchen has been imported from Germany. 

The show home has been cleverly designed using 

exposed beams and higher ceilings. There are floor to 

ceiling windows and sliders in the living areas as well 

as the north facing bedrooms. The main bedroom’s 

ensuite and walk-in-robe have generous space, ample 

storage and quality joinery. The main bathroom and 

laundry are also spacious with tiled floors while there 

are large cupboards in the hall. 

Heat pumps power the underfloor heating which is 

part of the fully insulated foundation; piping warm 

water through the floor and heating hot water used 

in the home. Fresh air is provided through a moisture 

master system while the house is positioned to 

maximum the sun. 

The Montrose show home is appealing. It has good use 

of angles that offer sheltered alfresco living, making it 

an ideal home for a variety of people seeking to build. 

The show home is located at 

81 Edward Street, Lincoln and 

is open Tuesdays to Saturdays 

from 12 noon until 4pm or at 

other times by appointment. 

Matt and Kim love spending 

time outdoors. 

So we designed them a home that 

maximises their indoor-outdoor flow. 

Start your own story 

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Offers over $1,350,000 

Once In A Lifetime! 

Combining impeccable styling, mature gardens & a total of 4.6 hectares 

of land, this expansive family home is nothing short of a dream come true. 

Featuring open plan living, a separate formal lounge, four very generous 

bedrooms (two with ensuites) & an office, this home has been designed 

with family in mind & to accommodate every stage of life. At the heart 

of the home you will find a kitchen fit for a master chef. Incorporating 

European appliances, German design, & supported by a fully equipped 

butlers pantry, the spacious kitchen exudes quality & style. Complemented 

by a wraparound verandah & offering views to lush gardens, downstairs 

living areas have been designed to capture maximum year round sun. The 

cooler months, however, will offer no challenge given the heating options 

on offer here. Whether you prefer the comforting heat of your feature fire 

or the convenience of two heat pumps, - year round comfort is assured. 

Upstairs, a luxurious master suite featuring dressing room & fully appointed 

ensuite provides the perfect sanctuary. Don’t wait - call now to view! 

Viewing by appointment only. 


Shop 10, Rolleston Square, Rolleston 

Phone: 347 9988 

www.rwrolleston.co.nz/RLL22541 

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) 


027 635 2643 


027 224 4733 

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This Week’s 

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Rolleston 

ThURs 

PREBBLETON 407 Trents Road 

Thurs 22ND Sept, 2pm - 2.45pm, 4 bdrm, 2 bthrm, 2 living, 

2 car gge, on 763m2 section. Auction Thursday 6th October 

(USP) ph Richard (Taitie) 027 777 8080 

Harcourts Rolleston – www.harcourts.co.nz ID#RL1518 

TEMPLETON 2 Kissel Street 

Thurs 22ND Sept, 1.30pm -2pm, 4 bdrm, 2 bthrm, 2 living, 

1 car gge on 911m2 section. Deadline sale - All offers presented 

27th Sept 2016 (USP) ph Claire 027 723 3571 


sAT 

DARFIELD 33 Oakden Drive 

Sat 24th Sept, 2pm – 2.30pm, 4 beds, 2 bthrm 

$669,000 GST incl, ph Karen Hennessy 

027 967 0186 or Min Cookson 027 249 5417 

PGG Wrightson Real Estate, DAR 24103 

sATURDAY 

LINCOLN 18 Kildare Terrace 

Sat 24th Sept, 2.15pm – 2.45pm, 2 Bed, 1 Bthrm, 1 Car, Approx 

500m2, Cross lease, Offers over $299,000. 

Ray White Rolleston, www.rwrolleston.co.nz/RLL22597 

LINCOLN 21 Payne Court 

Sat 24th Sept, 1.30 pm – 2pm, 4 bed, 2 bthrms, 3 car, 247m2 

on 619m2 section, Offers over $639,000. 

Ray White Rolleston www.rwrolleston.co.nz/RLL22599 

NORTH NEW BRIGHTON 14 Pinewood Avenue 

Sat 24th Sept, 12.30pm – 1pm, 4 bed, games room, 1 bthrm, 1 

car, studio, on 577m2. Offers over $319,000. 


SYDENHAM 1 / 9 Cameron Street 

Sat 24th Sept, 11am – 11.30am, Modern 2 storey T/house 2 

bed,1 bthrm 1 car. Offers over $309,000. 



Sat 24th Sept, 1.30pm -2pm, 4 bdrm, 2 bthrm, 2 living, 1 car 

gge on 911m2 section. Deadline sale- All offers presented 27th 

Sept 2016 (USP) ph Claire 027 723 3571 


WEST MELTON 2 / 670 Newtons Road 

Sat 24th Sept, 3.30pm – 4pm, 4 bed, 2 bthrm, 2 car, 4.021 ha, 

Offers over $998,000. 

Ray White Rolleston www.rwrolleston.co.nz/RRL22584 

sUnDAY 

BURNHAM 218 Thomsons Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 2pm – 3pm, 3 bedroom, 2 bthrm, 

$895,000, ph Noel Lowery 027 432 8859, LE1569 

Farmlands Real Estate 

DARFIELD 55 Bangor Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 12pm – 12.30pm, 3 beds, 2 bthrm on 962m2 

$590,000 GST incl, Ph Min Cookson 027 249 5417 

PGG Wrightson Real Estate, DAR24394 

DARFIELD 1620 Clintons Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 1.30pm – 2pm, 3 beds, 2 bthrm on 2.37ha 

$760,000 GST incl, Ph Min Cookson 027 249 5417 

PGG Wrightson Real Estate, DAR24262 

DARFIELD 33 Oakden Drive 

Sun 25th Sept, 2.30pm - 3pm, 4 beds, 2 bthrm 

$669,000 GST incl, ph Karen Hennessy 027 967 0186 or Min 

Cookson 027 249 5417 

PGG Wrightson Real Estate, DAR 24103 

HALSWELL 36 Gosling Crescent 

Sun 25th Sept, 12pm – 12.30pm , 5 bed 2 bthrms 2 car, on 

567m2 section, Offers over $635,000. 


LEESTON 168 Timber Yard Road 

Sun 25thSept, 12.15pm – 12.45pm, 3 bed renovated brick 

home with lake views on 5018m2. $499,000 Stephan 

Knowler 027 229 9522 stephan@marealestate.co.nz 

Matson & Allan www.marealestate.co.nz/988 

LEESTON 41 Clausen Avenue 

Sun 25th Sept, 12.15pm – 12.45pm , 3/4 bedroom, 2 living on 

beautifully landscaped 732m2. $489,000, iCameron McRae 

0277 696696 cameron@marealestate.co.nz 


LEESTON 15 Slattery Lane 

Sun 25th Sept, 12.15pm – 12.45pm, 2 bedroom, 1 living, 1 

bthrm, 1 garage, easy living. $395,000 Cameron McRae 027 

769 6696 cameron@marealestate.co.nz 


LEESTON 14 Fibonacci Way 

Sun 25th Sept, 1pm – 1.30pm, 4 bedroom, 2 living, 2 garage 

turnkey package, $489,000, Cameron McRae 027 769 6696 

cameron@marealestate.co.nz 


LEESTON 65 High Street 

Sun 25th Sept, 1pm – 1.30pm, 300m2, 4 bed 3 living, 

2 garage. By Negotiation, Stephan Knowler 027 229 9522 

stephan@marealestate.co.nz 


LEESTON 416B Drain Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 1.15pm – 1.45pm, 4 bed, 2 bthrm, 2 car, 898m2 

Section inc ROW, Offers over $445,000. 


LEESTON 27 High Street 

Sun 25th Sept, 1.45pm – 2.15pm, Great outdoor living on 

1341m2 plus 4 car garage. $419,000, Stephan Knowler 027 

229 9522 stephan@marealestate.co.nz 


LEESTON 1 Cassini Place 

Sun 25th Sept , 1.45pm – 2.15pm , Turnkey 4 bed, 1 living, 2 

bath, 2 garage on 770m2. $479,000 Stephan Knowler 027 



LEESTON 5B Greenan Place 

Sun 25th Sept, 2pm – 2.30pm, 3 bed, 2 bthrms, 2 car, on 



LEESTON 17 Friars Lane 

Sun 25th Sept, 2.30pm – 3pm, 4/5 bedroom, 3 living Linea 

home on 5005m2. Neg Over $789,000, Stephan Knowler 027 



PREBBLETON 407 Trents Road 

Sun 25th Sept , 2pm - 2.45pm, 4 bdrm, 2 bthrm, 2 living, 2 car 

gge, on 763m2 section. Auction Thursday 6th October (USP) 

ph Richard (Taitie) 027 777 8080 


PREBBLETON 26 Tosswill Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 2pm – 2.30pm, 4 bed 2 bthrm 3 car on 868m2 

section, Offers over $895,000. 


RAIAKA 147 Rolleston Street 

Sun 25th Sept, 3pm - 3.30pm , 3 bed, 1 bthrm, 1 garage, 

$320,000, Penny Dadson-Clausen 

PH 027 895 5943 

Farmlands Real Estate, LE1576 

ROLLESTON 489 Hoskyns Road 

Sun 25th Sept 11am – 11.30am, 3 beds, 1 bthrm on 5.2ha 

$790,000 GST incl, DAR24433 

PGG Wrightson Real Estate, Ph Min Cookson 027 249 5417 

ROLLESTON 9 Binyon Place 

Sun 25th Sept, 11am – 11.30am, 4 Bed, 2 Bthrms, 3 living 2 

Car, 805m2 Section, Offers over $619, 000. 


ROLLESTON 20 Elizabeth Street 

Sun 25th Sept, 11am – 11.30am , 4 bed, 1 bthrm, 1 car, 1011m2 

section, $475,000. 


ROLLESTON 67 Shadbolt Lane 

Sun 25th Sept, 11am – 11.30am , 3 bed, 2 bthrms, 2 car, on 



ROLLESTON 12 Loeb Place 

Sun 25th Sept 11.45am – 12.15pm, 4 bed, 2 bthrms, , 2 car, 



ROLLESTON 223a Lowes Road 

Sun 25th Sept 11.45am – 12.15pm, 5 bed, 2 bthrms, 3 car, 



ROLLESTON 2 Standford Way 

Sun 25h Sept, 12pm – 12.30pm, 4 Bed, 2 Bthrms, 2 Car, 

231m2 on 745m2 Section, Offers over $637,000. 


ROLLESTON 3 Binyon Place 

Sun 25th Sept, 12pm – 12.30pm, 4 Bed, 2 Bthrms, 2 Car, 

758m2 Section, Offers over $549, 000. 


ROLLESTON 2 Kinglear Drive 

Sun 25th Sept, 12.30pm to 1pm , 3 bed + study, 2 bthrms, 2 

car, 764m2 section, Offers over $519,000. 


ROLLESTON 68 Stanford Way 

Sun 25th Sept, 12.45pm – 1.15pm , 4 bed, 2 bthrms, 2 car, 



ROLLESTON 7 Bavaria Drive 

Sun 25th Sept 12.45pm – 1.15pm, 4 Bed, 2 Bthrms, 2 Car, sep 

laundry, 845m2 Section, Offers over $629,000. 


ROLLESTON 24 Hartford Crescent 

Sun 25th Sept, 1pm – 1.30pm, New 3 Bed, 2 Bthrms, 2 Car, 

400m2 Section, Offers over $519,000. 


ROLLESTON 17 Berners Way 

Sun 25th Sept, 1pm – 1.30pm , 3 bed, 2 bthrms, 2 car, 433m2 

section, Offers over $535, 000. 


ROLLESTON 15 Greenstone Street 

Sun 25th Sept, 1.15pm – 1.45pm, 4 bed, 2 bthrms, 2 car on 



ROLLESTON 69 Hungerford Drive 

Sun 25th Sept, 2pm – 2.30pm , 4 bed, 2 bthrms, 2 car, sep 

laundry, 727m2 section, Offers over $599,000. 


ROLLESTON 46 Oak Tree Lane 

Sun 25th Sept, 2pm – 2.30pm , 6 bed, 3 bthrms, 4 car, 

1751m2 section, Offers over $799, 000. 


ROLLESTON 3 Lloyds Close 

Sun 25th Sept, 2.15pm – 2.45pm, 4 bed, 2 bthrms, 2 car, 225m2 

on 781m2 section, Offers over $599,000. 


ROLLESTON 17 Durrell Way 

Sun 25th Sept, 3pm – 3.30pm , ph Sarah Booth 027 527 8258 

or Brendon Shefford 027 2244733, Offers over $469,000/ 

Ray White Rolleston, www.rwrolleston.co.nz 

ROLLESTON 1053 Goulds Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 3pm – 3.30pm, 4 Bed, 2 Bthrms, 2 Car, 

1350m2 Section, Offers over $669,000. 


SOCKBURN 1 / 82 Racecourse Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 3.30pm – 4pm, 2 bed, 1 bthrm, 1 car, share in 



SOUTHBRIDGE 5 Broad Street 

Sun 25th Sept, 1pm – 1.30pm, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2 

garage. Neg Over $335,000, 

ph Penny Dadson-Clausen, 027 895 5943 


SOUTHBRIDGE 167A High Street 

Sun 25th Sept 2pm – 2.30pm, 3 bedroom, 1 bthrm, 1 garage, 

Neg over $340,000. 

Penny Dadson-Clausen PH 027 895 5943 


SOUTHBRIDGE 28 Hastings Street 

Sun 25th Sept, 3.30pm – 4pm, 4 bedroom ,two storey home on 

botanic 1201m2. $495,000, Stephan Knowler 027 229 9522 

stephan@marealestate.co.nz 



Sun 25th Sept, 1.30pm -2pm, 4 bdrm, 2 bthrm, 2 living, 1 car 

gge on 911m2 section, Deadline sale- All offers presented 27th 

Sept 2016 (USP) ph Claire 027 723 3571 


WEST MELTON 10 Mulholland Drive 

Sun 25th Sept, 12.30pm – 1pm, 285m2 4 bedroom & office on 

2.17ha. Great lifestyle, Deadline Sale closes 9/11/16, 

Sue Robinson 021 409 050 sue@marealestate.co.nz 

Matson & Allan www.marealestate.co.nz 

WEST MELTON 18 Shona Lane 

Sun 25th Sept, 1.30pm – 2pm, 4 bed, 3 living, 2 bthrm, 3 

garage, 1200m2 property. $929,000. 

ph Sue Robinson 021 409050. sue@marealestate.co.nz 


WEST MELTON 735 Weedons Ross Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 1.45pm – 2.15pm, modernised, 3 Bed , 1 

Bthrms, 1 Car, 919m2 Section, Offers over $439,000. 


WEST MELTON 1004 Weedons Ross Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 2pm -2.45pm, 5 bdrm, 3 bthrm, 5 car gge on 

4.0010ha lifestyle property. Auction 13th October (USP) ph 

Fergus 027 608 4768 


WEST MELTON 344 Curraghs Road 

Sun 25th Sept, 2.15pm – 3pm, 260m2 house, triple garage, 

162m2 shed on 4.364ha, Deadline Sale closes 19/10/16, 

Sue Robinson 021 409 050 sue@marealestate.co.nz 

Matson & Allan www.marealestate.co.nz 

WEST MELTON 79 Rossington Drive 

Sun 25th Sept 2.30pm – 3pm, 4 bed + study, 2 bthrm, 2 car, 

1045m2 section, $920,000. 


WEST MELTON 42 Jacks Drive 

Sun 25th Sept, 3.30pm – 4pm, 4 Bed home + 1 Bed flat, 2 Car, 

3160 m2 Section, Offers over 929,000. 


PREBBLETON 10 Westburn Place 

Sun 25th Sept, 11.45am - 12.30pm, 4 bdrm, 3 bthrm, 2 living, 2 

car gge on a 745m2 section. $729,000, ph Fergus 027 608 4768 


Check out The Selwyn Times Property Directory every Tuesday for the Best of property in the Selwyn District.

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RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL 

Licenced under REAA 2008 

Landsborough Stage Two 

Darfield 

Superior Home On The City Fringe 

Templeton 

• Last chance to secure these sections at the 

current market value as the price will be 

increased by $5,000 from January 1st 2017 

• Sections ranging in size from 5001m² with 

attractive rural and mountain views 

• Power, phone and Darfield town water 

connections available at the boundary 

• Common sense covenants to protect your 

investment 

• The first subdivision in Darfield to offer highspeed 

fibre-optic internet 

• Selling fast with only 11 sections left 

www.pggwre.co.nz ID: CHR2619308 

$199,000-$212,000 

Sam Davidson 

B 03 341 4301 

M 027 488 8269 

• Superior home in park-like setting 

• Modern kitchen, granite benches and walk-in 

scullery 

• Dining, living and separate formal lounge 

• Four bedrooms, master with en suite and 

dressing room 

• Family bathroom and two separate toilets 

• Spacious studio/home office or teenage retreat 

• Great indoor outdoor flow to expansive decking 

• Solar gates, sealed driveway, triple car garaging 

• Sprawling lawns and stunning garden 

• Exclusive Claremont Estate on city fringe 

www.pggwre.co.nz ID: DAR24395 

$1.195M 

Karen Hennessy 

B 03 341 4301 

M 027 967 0186 

NEW LISTING 

Pigeon Bay 

First farm opportunity, add-on, or just farm, fish and relax on this easy care property. 

This 209.2872 hectare property in desirable Pigeon Bay, Banks Peninsula features a stunning modern fourbedroom 

homestead with large deck offering uninterrupted views across Pigeon Bay out to the Pacific Ocean. 

Subdivided into 25 main paddocks plus holding paddocks, new stock water system put in within the last two 

years with troughs to most paddocks. Water to all paddocks from natural springs and creeks. Very versatile 

farm, running sheep and beef, plus dairy grazing. Infrastructure is of a high standard with good fencing 

including both conventional and electric, two sets of cattle yards, three sets of sheep yards, three-stand raisedboard 

woolshed and covered yards. 

Banks Peninsula 

DEADLINE SALE 

(unless sold prior) 

Plus GST (if any) 

Closes 2.00pm, Wednesday 12 October 2016 

Viewing by appointment only from Monday 19 September 


www.pggwre.co.nz ID: RAN24438 

Hamish Anderson 

B 03 313 0610 

M 027 678 8888 

Athol Earl 

Sales Manager/Auctioneer 

M 027 437 6298 

Peter Crean 

M 027 434 4002 

Min Cookson 

M 027 249 5417 

Sam Davidson 

M 027 488 8269 

Karen Hennessy 

M 027 967 0186 

Wilton Atkins 

M 027 606 0660 

Peter McCorkindale 

M 027 594 5190 

PGG Wrightson Real Estate Ltd, Real Estate Agent, REAA 2008

Selwyn Times: September 20, 2016

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