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4 Tuesday May 8 2018 Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi News NOR’WEST NEWS McMaster & Heap Veterinary practice OUR “EYE’ VET….. Its not often I write about my husband, Steve Heap, but I must say I’m often very proud of the work he does at our Practice, and how he is always looking ahead to grow, improve and provide the best workplace for our staff. Steve has a keen interest in all things involving “eyes” but he’s also very competent at dental surgery too. Patients come far and wide to see Steve for his expert advice on eyes and compassionate, friendly service. He sees a myriad of animals, ranging from very expensive thoroughbreds and alpacas, to lions and kiwis at Orana park and then all domestic animals inbetween. Steve decided to study Ophthalmology while we were in the UK in our 20’s on a working/holiday and it is one of the best specialities Steve could have chosen. Not only does Steve really enjoy eyes, but it has helped to grow our business and stand it apart from others. There are currently only 3 or 4 vets seeing ophthalmology referrals in NZL. Most days Steve has 3-6 Ophthalmology surgeries. He actually gets excited at the prospect of returning an eye to normal function and pain free. A few days ago was one of those “jubilant” moments. In waltzed a very friendly 8 year old Labrador called “Arnie”. Arnie was referred to Steve with a persistent infected discharge coming from his Left eye that he had for 8 months. Eight months ago he had an ulcer in the same eye which initially cleared up, but quickly became constantly infected, weepy, red and sore. He had been on every eye ointment possible with no real results. The owners claimed they were cleaning the eye out 5 times a day. The purulent discharge seemed to be coming from the lower tear ducts. Steve suspected a foreign body so he recommended anaesthetizing Arnie and taking a closer look. Sure enough Steve removed a large barley grass awn from the left tear duct by cutting down into the duct. It had probably been sitting there for the past 8 months causing a chronic persistent eye infection. Steve is sure Arnie will make a full recovery with no need for eye drops. As a surgeon moments like these are hugely rewarding because straight away Steve has made a big difference to Open 7 days Cnr Hoon Hay & Coppell place phone 338 2534, Fax 339 8624 e. mcmasterandheap@yahoo.co.nz www.mcmasterheap.co.nz Arnies quality of life….and his owners. Clients and vets alike speak highly of Steve. His sole purpose is to solve problems quickly and professionally, with skill and expertise and he is great at explaining things clearly and simply, so clients really “get” what his plan is for their pet. Clients apparently love his scribbley little eye diagrams they leave with, diagrammatically describing the surgical procedure. I recently attended a veterinary meeting and felt very proud at all the accolades my fellow colleagues spoke about my husband. Steve is one of the very few vets around who freely, 24/7 gives ophthalmology advice to any vet in the country free of charge. He just enjoys sharing his knowledge to benefit all animals in need. We are currently in the throes of building a large, modern addition to adjoin our current premises in Hoon Hay. We are very excited about what this will mean for us and our patients in the future. We hope to be seen as a referral centre, with more specialists vets coming on board, as well as a first opinion clinic. We have very loyal, committed clients who often recommend us to others. We want to improve our level of knowledge and expertise and provide better care by creating separate dog and cat treatment , consult and waiting areas. We are constantly looking ahead to the future and trying to set ourselves up to stand alone, offering outstanding care, service and communication in an ever increasing corporate veterinary world, one in which we will never become part of. Steve and I are living the dream. What could be better than surrounding ourselves with animals all day, solving problems using our skill and expertise, making people smile again and saving animals lives. It just doesn’t get much better than that. Dr Michele McMaster McMaster & Heap PROBLEM: City councillor Aaron Keown believes Bishopdale Park is a “problem area” which could benefit from smart bins. Smart bins will solve Bishopdale Park’s litter problem – Keown • By Sophie Cornish SMART BINS could be the answer to Bishopdale Park’s litter woes, city councillor Aaron Keown believes. Cr Keown is not only pushing for more smart bins to be installed in parks, but wants community boards to have the power to install them. “Community boards should have delegation to select all the smart bin sites across the city as we see the overflowing bins . . . so that we can implement these bins at problem sites in our Aaron Keown •From page 1 At the camp, the girls will learn about space in a variety of ways, including simulations, and exploration and discovery activities. “They have simulations for space shuttles and Mars-bases . . . and the girls will get to take part wards.” The ‘Big Belly’ smart bins, distributed by Auckland company Manco Environmental Ltd, are fitted with sensors that can detect when the bins are nearing capacity and send an alert to maintenance contractors that they need emptying. Cr Keown said because all the information is recorded, it will highlight the areas which need more bins. The solar-powered bins are wind, fire and pest-proof and are currently being trialled at the New Brighton Seaside Playground. “It just makes sense. These things have been in ‘space-based’ missions on earth and learn about all the science that would go into those. It will be an immersive experience,” said Mr Christie. Teacher Liz Fairhall said the girls will also get the opportunity to meet female role models in the field. invented by a (NZ) company, we should be supporting them,” he said. Bishopdale Park is one of the “problem areas” which could benefit from the bins, Cr Keown said. “It is one of our destination parks. People go out of their way to go there.” Leacroft St resident Graham Adams said earlier this year he was frustrated at the frequency of bin emptying at the park. He said he had contacted the city council several times via telephone, email and its Snap Send Solve app to report overflowing bins in the park. Cr Keown will raise the idea with the Fendalton- Waimairi-Harewood Community Board next week. Selwyn House pupils ready for the trip of a lifetime – space camp “At Selwyn House, we’re really passionate about giving STEM opportunities to our girls. There is a real need in the workforce for females to be going into it.” Mr Christie is planning space-related classes to prepare the girls for their trip.
NOR’WEST NEWS Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Tuesday May 8 2018 5 Edgeware village plans shelved Businesses feared more disruption PLANS TO close off the Edgeware Rd end of Colombo St and form a shared space have been abandoned in the shortterm. Instead some cost-effective minor changes to improve Edgeware village could take its place. The Papanui-Innes Community Board and city council Ali Jones staff have recommended the project be deferred until others in the area are completed. Earlier this year, city council and the community board held a workshop with local businesses and residents to discuss design and layout ideas for the village. One concept involved changing the layout at the Edgeware Rd end of Colombo St so it could be used as a shared space to make DEFERRED: Plans for a shared space in Edgeware Village, which included closing the Edgeware Rd end of Colombo St, are off the table after local businesses indicated they didn’t approve of the idea. PHOTO: MARTIN HUNTER the area more people-friendly and easily closed for markets and events. However, community board chairwoman Ali Jones said there were concerns about the impact of the proposal on village businesses. “The area has already suffered considerable disruption from roadway and drainage work and from the construction of the Papanui Parallel cycleway,’’ she said. “We are also conscious of the fact there are several projects due for completion in the coming years that may change the way people use the area, such as the Edgeware Pool development and the new St Albans Community Centre.” St Albans Pharmacy owner and Edgeware Business Association chairman, Malcolm Pearce, did not back the plan and is relieved to hear it won’t be going ahead. “The businesses here didn’t think it was a good idea to restrict access to the village and, given all the disruption we have had over the past few years, it’s not good timing. It’s best to put it on hold and look at other mutually beneficial beautification projects.” FreshChoice Edgeware owner Stephen Anderson is also pleased with the outcome. “I think we can achieve a similar result in a different way.” “They (city council) obviously have listened to us, taken that on board, which is very good. We have had some major disruption here . . . we would like to get back to normality.” Ms Jones said the board has asked the project team to come up with ideas for costeffective minor streetscape improvements which could enhance the area and be completed with minimal impact on the businesses. “This again is in response to feedback from those consulted,’’ said Ms Jones. Local News Now Fire rages, homes at risk Council buys land next to site for St Albans centre •From page 1 If the extra funding isn’t granted, Ms Jones said the board, along with city council staff, will have to look at ways to save money. “Whether that is in the building materials, a re-design or whatever. We will need to find ways to save money elsewhere in the project.” The community board will now wait to see if the funding is included in the LTP before deciding what to do next. Mr Rendall said there is still an exception to the centre, which will be considered by a commissioner when the application goes to a hearing. “The commissioner will determine if any changes to the current proposal is required.” Thriza and Philip Bean could not be reached for comment. It doesn’t have to be new to be FABULOUS! ◆ Pre-loved and new fashion ◆ jewellery & gifts ◆ haberdashery ◆ craft classes ◆ fresh stock daily My Favourite Things 2b Trafford Street, Harewood (just up the road from Copenhagen Bakery) Phone 03 360 2129 or 022 081 1001 WINTER HOURS: Tues-Thurs 11am-4pm, Fri 11am-7pm Late Night, Sat 11am-4pm, Sun-Mon Closed Follow us on Facebook: @myfavouritethingsNZ Hugh LeLievre Manufacturing Jeweller reg 236 Why choose us: • 38 years trade experience • Honest, approachable, free appraisals • Knowledge • Skills • Advice • Quality work • Affordable prices • All work carried out on premises • Make/create your designs • Repairs, re-makes, re-models • Unique, one off pieces in stock Immediate in-store quotes 2a Straven Rd (Cnr Riccarton & Straven Rds) Ph 03 348 1135 OPEN MON-FRI, 9AM-5.30PM Welcome Phillipa Shaw The partners of Harmans are delighted to announce that Phillipa Shaw has joined the firm as an Associate and now leads our renowned Seniors Law Team. In addition to her senior law expertise, Phillipa specialises in property and private client matters, and has built a strong following of loyal clients throughout her career. P 03 352 2293 A 485 Papanui Rd, PO Box 5496, Christchurch 8542 www.harmans.co.nz
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