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Council,
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• By Emily O’Connell
RATEPAYERS MAY have to
pay to sort out a footpath and
cycleway outside The Warehouse
in Rolleston.
The footpath and cycleway on
Masefield Drive disappear as the
road narrows around a bend.
The district
council and
the developers
of Rolleston
Square, where
The Warehouse
is sited, are
at odds over
which should
David Ward
pay.
Rolleston
Square director Lloyd Bathurst
said the footpath was put in by
the district council.
Mr Bathurst said his company
have fulfilled its responsibilities
in regards to the development.
Rolleston Residents’
Association chairwoman Leonie
MacLachlan said her personal
view was that it needs to be
sorted so it’s safe for pedestrians
and vehicles.
“It’s been nearly one year I
believe. So the council and the
developer possibly need to work
in together to resolve it,” she
said.
Mrs MacLachlan said “a lot”
of people have mentioned it to
her and it was discussed at a
residents’ association meeting but
the council told them it was the
developer’s responsibility.
The district council has
asked Mr Bathurst’s company for
a meeting this week over road
widening, kerb and channel, a
footpath and cycleway.
He had not decided if they
would attend the meeting.
District council chief executive
David Ward said it considers the
developers have responsibilities
to resolve the current situation to
avoid costs having to be met by
ratepayers.
“Council is aware of the issue
and has been discussing the
upgrade acknowledged as needed
with the adjoining developer,” he
said.
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ROLLESTON RESIDENTS have every
reason to be disappointed with the
outcome of road work on Masefield Drive
which we highlight on page 1 today.
And it looks like ratepayers across the
district will have to pay for a fix.
The cycleway and pathway outside of The Warehouse stops
where the road narrows.
Reporter Emily O’Connell has been back and forth to the
district council and the company involved in the development
to try and find out which will have to fix it.
But it’s a case of pass the parcel.
The district council believes the company is responsible; the
company says it has done the job as required.
The council won’t say if legal action is a possibility. It’s probably
not worth the cost.
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• By Emily O’Connell
IT’S A buyer’s market for
properties in Selwyn.
Information released by
realestate.co.nz also shows
Rolleston is one of the most
sought after areas in Canterbury
It rates the fifth most sought
after area behind Fendalton, Rangiora,
Christchurch’s central city
and Cashmere.
A big climb in new listings
and a drop in asking prices are
making the market more attractive
to buyers, realestate.co.nz
says.
Rolleston’s Ray White licensee
agent and business owner
Brendan ‘Big Red’ Shefford said
prices “have eased” as there’s
more supply and buyers have a
“good selection.”
Mr Shefford said there are
many contributing factors to
Rolleston’s popularity.
He said Rolleston “is the heart
of Selwyn” and it has a variety of
schools on offer as well as other
facilities, employment opportunities
and the development of the
Christchurch Southern Motorway.
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Mr Shefford said.
The median sale price in
Rolleston from July to September
was $545,000.
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Vanessa Taylor said Cantabrians
remain the biggest searchers for
property within the region.
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When it comes to Selwyn, Mr
Shefford said “a good percentage
of them are moving within
Canterbury.”
“Then you’ve got the natural
Auckland movement that filtered
throughout the country. You
have people moving to Rolleston
as a result of the Auckland
movement but not necessarily
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Mr Shefford said first home
buyers and people using KiwiSaver
are becoming “more and more
common” in Selwyn’s market.
It comes as Selwyn property
owners are expecting to receive a
letter with an updated property
valuation in about a week.
Quotable Value carried out
the revaluation on behalf of the
district council and it showed
there has been a 6.7 per cent
average increase in capital values
in Selwyn since 2015.
The valuations are an estimate
of the likely price that would
have been paid for the property
on July 1 of this year.
Mr Shefford believes the average
increase is down to “natural
growth” with “everything going
up over time.”
Residential property values
rose by an average of 3.8 per cent
between July 2015 and July 2018,
with lifestyle properties increasing
by an average of 8.4 per cent.
Property value changes varied
across the largest towns – with average
values increasing by 4.1 per
cent in Rolleston, 1.1 per cent in
Lincoln, 2.4 per cent in Prebbleton
and 0.4 per cent in Darfield.
Other townships showed
similar increases with Leeston
increasing 5.1 per cent, West
Melton 3.8 per cent, Tai Tapu
6.2 per cent and Southbridge
showing a slight decrease at
minus 0.3 per cent. Residential
values in the rural areas of
Malvern increased by 7.6 per
cent and Ellesmere 3.3 per cent.
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SELWYN TIMES
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Pathway
falls into no
man’s land
•From page 1
Mr Ward said the developers have
made development payments but
they “were not associated with the
road frontage upgrades, identified as
needed for the development.”
The district council would not
say whether legal or
other action would
be taken.
District councillor
Nicole Reid, who
is chairwoman of
road safety subcommittee,
said
Nicole Reid
from a council
perspective, it’s the
developers responsibility to fix the
road. “I have raised it with council
staff and it has been something that
I’ve been following,” she said.
In Brief
CAR SEAT CHAMPIONS
A group of volunteers called Selwyn
Carseat Champions is making a
difference to children’s safety when
in a vehicle, and is looking for
volunteers. If you are interested in
joining, email Stephanie Hautler
at roadsafety@selwyn.govt.nz for
more information.
Neighbour wakes teen from blaze
• By Emily O’Connell
BRODIE ABLETT will always
be grateful to his neighbours
who woke him from a nearby
fire at the weekend.
Mr Ablett, 19, was woken by
his neighbour as a blaze in a
garage on their property was
within minutes
of erupting
into an inferno.
He was asleep
in his father’s
Rakaia Huts
house when
the fire started
Brodie
Ablett
in Merrolli
and Graham
Turner’s garage.
Mr and Mrs Turner, who live
on Ocean View Pl, were also
woken by their neighbours,
Barry McKay and Graeme
Patterson, after Mr McKay
smelled smoke about 5.50am
on Sunday.
Mr Patterson had been
watching the England v South
Africa rugby game and was
planning to go whitebaiting.
Mr McKay was planning to go
fishing.
Mr Ablett said he is
“unexplainably grateful” to
have been woken up by Mrs
DAMAGE: Merrolli and Graham Turner’s garage after the fire.
Turner. “I would hate to think
how it may have gone down if
it [the fire] had hit a gas bottle
or the trees at the front of our
section where the fire was
heading,” he said.
By the time Mr Ablett left
his father’s house, Mr McKay
and Mr Patterson had pulled
the boat away from the front
of the garage and were using
the garden hose to begin
extinguishing the fire.
“We actually got it out with
a garden hose, reasonably out
anyway, and then the brigade
turned up and took over from
there,” Mr Patterson said.
Southbridge chief fire officer
Donald McMillan said they
were “very lucky.” If no one
had been awake, he said the fire
would have spread to where Mr
Ablett was sleeping in about
10min.
“It would have happened if
no one had woken up, it would
have spread,” he said.
It took firefighters 20min to
contain the blaze, which caused
“considerable damage,” Mr
McMillan said.
Mrs Turner said they have
insurance but it was still
“pretty scary and shattering.”
She said the garage contained
their Suzuki Escudo, power
tools, fishing and motor-cycle
gear.
Mrs Turner said the cause
of the fire was still being
investigated.
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Concern over fire risk
• By Georgia O’Connor-
Harding
HOT WEATHER and strong
wind at the weekend has
Kirwee’s chief fire officer
pleading with residents to
maintain their properties
to prevent major fires over
summer.
Chief fire officer Stuart Jones
is calling for residents to be vigilant
and ensure they cut down
long grass.
The brigade is concerned over
the difficulty it is facing when
trying to access rural properties
with overgrown driveways.
The fire brigade is also
concerned over the build-up of
dry material that can fuel fires.
“We have had those couple of
inches of rain and the nice hot
weather. We are going to have
a quick spurt of growth and
everything is going to get quite
long quickly before it dies off.”
MetService meteorologist
Gerrit Keyser said the
combination of heat and
the fohn wind coming off
the mountains on Saturday
and Sunday made the best
conditions for fires to start.
The outlook for the next
four weeks shows average
temperatures are set to
be higher than normal in
Canterbury compared to
previous years.
Mr Keyser said it is expecting
temperatures to be 1.7 deg
C warmer on average than
previous years. The average
maximum in November for
Canterbury is 18.9 deg C.
Mr Jones said trying to get
large fire trucks and tankers
up long driveways covered in
overgrowth is “impossible”.
He said it is hard to get the
trucks into overgrown areas
where fires are developing
and there are concerns over
firefighters getting trapped.
“We are just damaging our
vehicles if we do this and we are
putting our members at risk,”
he said.
Mr Jones also said the sale
of fireworks should be “totally
banned”.
“Especially in these winds,
it was ridiculous with the
winds we had out here all day
Saturday. Most of Saturday
night there was potential for
a major disaster . . . just from
stupid fireworks,” he said.
He said people are
irresponsible with how they use
fireworks and there are already
enough displays in Rolleston
and New Brighton.
THE KIRWEE Volunteer Fire
Brigade is ramping up its efforts
to secure a rapid response
vehicle to speed up its ability to
respond to emergencies in tough
terrain.
Chief fire officer Stuart Jones
said the brigade needs a fourwheel-drive
as it is often called
out in deep snow, high winds,
and to areas with unsealed
roads.
Mr Jones also owns the
Challenge service station in
Kirwee. It has launched a My
Challenge rewards programme
to help the brigade achieve its
goal. Customers have the ability
to choose to donate their My
Challenge fuel discount to the
brigade.
“We’ve been doing raffles
down at the hotel, the usual
stuff, but now we’re seeing a
much wider section of our
village community able to
donate because it’s so simple,”
Mr Jones said.
He said being limited to
large fire trucks is slowing
down its ability to respond to
emergencies. The 4WD and
a locker box for equipment is
estimated to cost about $50,000
and the brigade has raised about
Local
News
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Fire rages, homes at risk
Brigade pumps up bid for
rapid response vehicle
RESPONSE: Kirwee’s
Challenge service station is
running a promotion to help
get the fire brigade a rapid
response vehicle.
$30,000 over the past year.
“Taking the big fire appliances
around those tracks is pretty
challenging. We’re damaging
the trucks, smashing mirrors
off, that sort of thing, just to
get around and up these long
and tree-lined drives,” said Mr
Jones.
He said the brigade could use
the rapid response vehicle to
locate the scene of an emergency
and scout out safe access before
bringing in its heavy equipment.
He’s hoping the Challenge
initiative will get them over the
goal line.
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Armistice Day
commemorations
COMMEMORATIONS will
be held across Selwyn to mark
Armistice Day on Sunday.
The events will pay tribute to
the end of World War 1 with the
signing of an armistice between
Germany and the Allied Powers
on November 11, 1918.
The district council will be
holding an Armistice Day service
at the car park of the new Lakeside
Soldiers Memorial Hall on
Harts Rd.
The public will need to assemble
at 10.30am for the 11am service.
Other commemorations to be
held in the district will be at the
Glenroy Community Hall and
Centre between 9-11am.
The Sheffield Waddington
Community Committee is holding
a service at 11am at the Sheffield
War Memorial.
This weekend will also mark a
special occasion for the Templeton
RSA.
It will be holding a dinner party
for its members to celebrate its
80th anniversary as a RSA on
Saturday at 5.30pm.
On Sunday, the Templeton RSA
will hold a service at 10.45am to
commemorate Armistice Day.
•Turn to page 10 and 11 to
read about the historical
significance of Armistice Day
in Selwyn.
Garden award ‘a surprise’
• By Emily O’Connell
FOR MARILYN and Dave
Cable, being named as the
overall winners in the Rolleston
Residents’ Garden Competition
came as a surprise.
The competition, which
encourages people to beautify
the town through gardening,
attracted 34 entries this year.
Unable to spend as much time
in the garden as they would have
liked, Mr and Mrs Cable didn’t
feel confident going into the
contest.
In spite of this, the couple won
the large garden category and
became the overall winners.
They have been entered every
year since 2011 and Mrs Cable
says she just “loves” gardening.
She said Mr Cable does the
“lawn, edges and hedges” and
she does the rest.
“It gives me an opportunity
to get the garden tidied up to
a reasonable standard, it gives
me a date that I need to work
towards,” Mrs Cable said.
Competition president
Brenda Dunlop said this year’s
competition went “really well”
and they were “impressed” with
the standard of gardens entered.
A prize-giving was held last
week for winners at Lemonwood
Grove School. Mayor Sam
Broughton helped present the
awards.
Winners:
•Small garden - Christine
and Peter Thorne, 26
Castleton Drive
•Medium garden - Lynette
Chamberlain, 2/735 East
Maddisons Rd
•Large garden - Marilyn
and Dave Cable, 244 Dunns
Crossing Rd
•Garden up to threeyears-old
- Eunice
Edgecombe, 54 Quartz
Drive
•Garden viewed from
street - Geraldine and
Howard Croucher, 8
Wedgewood Row
GREEN
FINGERS:
Dave and
Marilyn Cable
of Rolleston in
their winning
garden.
•Garden hidden behind
fences and trees – Muriel
Smith, 52 Lowes Rd
•Commercial or industrial
garden – Power Farming
Canterbury, 7 George
Holmes Rd
•Overall winner – Marilyn
and Dave Cable, 244 Dunns
Crossing Rd
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Sunstrike likely factor in crash
• By Georgia O’Connor-
Harding
SUNSTRIKE IS believed
to be a factor in a threeway
car crash in Rolleston
– leaving the drivers
involved lucky to walk
away injury free.
A man driving on
Curraghs Rd failed to see
an oncoming vehicle on
Maddisons Rd.
The impact of the crash
caused the vehicle travelling
on Maddisons Rd to
collide with another car
waiting on the other side
of Curraghs Rd.
The crash happened at
about 8.10am on Friday
morning and was attended
by police, ambulance
and the fire service.
Sergeant Phil Bayne
said the man who failed to
see the oncoming vehicle
possibly had sunstrike as
he was looking east.
A woman driving the
vehicle on Maddisons Rd
was taken to Christchurch
Hospital to be assessed
but there were no injuries.
Sergeant Phil Bayne
said the crash could have
ended in a fatality or serious
injuries.
He said it was lucky
the speed limit had been
reduced to 80km/h on
Maddisons Rd.
“That had a major
impact on lessening the
severity of the crash. The
fact everyone was wearing
seat belts made it easier as
well,” Sergeant Bayne said.
Sergeant Bayne said
the car travelling on
Maddisons Rd and the
car waiting on Curraghs
Rd sustained moderate to
severe damage.
Details instore.
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CARING: Fern Broomhall, of Prebbleton, looking after quintuplet lambs which
were born 11 days ago. Fern’s mother, Stephanie Broomhall, says the fiveyear-old
is “very nurturing” and “just loves” all animals, especially lambs. Mrs
Broomhall said she’s heard it’s quite rare for a ewe to have five lambs. When
she’s older, Fern wants to be either an “animal doctor” or work at a zoo.
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VEHICLE FIRE
Firefighters extinguished a
“well involved” vehicle fire
on Perymans Rd, between
Tai Tapu and Lincoln, at
2am on Thursday. Lincoln
chief fire officer Jeremy
Greenwood said it took the
crew about 10min to put
the fire out. The abandoned
vehicle was “destroyed”
and Mr Greenwood was
unsure what caused the
blaze.
MISS HARMONY BELLE
Rolleston School teacher
Jade Bell was runner-up in
the 19 Black Miss Pinup
New Zealand pageant
in Auckland over the
weekend. The competition
encourages women of all
shapes and sizes to feel
confident and step out of
their comfort zone. Miss
Bell, also known as Miss
Harmony Belle, started
dressing in vintageinspired
clothing about
two years ago. It was
the Taumutu resident’s
first time entering the
competition.
HIGHLAND GAMES
There’s just three days
until the annual Hororata
Highland Games. The
games, which will take
place at the Hororata
Domain on Saturday,
will celebrate all things
Scottish, including
highland dancing, tug
of war, heavy events and
the Selwyn Times Kilted
Mile event. There will
also be 120 stalls, food
caravans and the Have A
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purchased online at http://
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gate. Children under fiveyears-old
are free, $5 for
over fives and adult tickets
are from $20.
BRIGHT STUDENT
A Lincoln High School student
has proven to be one
of the brightest inventors
in the country. MacKenzie
Parker won the best mobile
application award with
Emma Hogan at the ASB
Bright Sparks Awards in
Auckland last week.
YOUTH COUNCIL
Applications for the
2019/2020 Selwyn Youth
Council are open. Young
people who live in Selwyn
and are aged between 14
and 24 are eligible to apply.
The youth council is made
up of 12 members. Current
chairwoman Paige Sullivan
said by joining, you can
help make life better
for young people in the
district. Applications close
on November 23. For more
information and to apply,
visit www.selwyn.govt.nz/
YouthCouncl or Facebook.
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FUNDING GRANTS
The Springs and Ellesmere
Discretionary Funds
Committee will today
consider granting $500
from the Springs Ward
Discretionary Fund to
Lydia Palaiologou and
$500 to Natasha Frost.
The money would assist
with the cost of attending
the World Salsa Solo
competition in Brisbane
from November 22-26.
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Fireworks spectacular thrills big crowd
The Rolleston fireworks display took place on Saturday night with a crowd of
about 15,000 in attendance. It was the third year the event had been held at
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Armistice Day commemorations have
HONOURED: Trooper
Gilbert ‘Bertie’ McGill of the
Canterbury Mounted Rifles,
taken before transferring to the
Canterbury Infantry Regiment.
He died of wounds while
serving on the Western Front in
France.
Historian and district council staff member Wayne
Stack continues his monthly look at Selwyn’s past.
Anyone with suggestions for future features can
phone Wayne on 021 119 9107. This month’s feature
covers the Armistice Day commemorations
THE COMMEMORATION of
the centenary of Armistice Day
to be held at the new Lakeside
Soldiers’ Memorial Hall on
Sunday has a greater historical
significance for the Selwyn
District than most people realise.
Traditionally in New Zealand
and Australia, Anzac Day has
provided the main focus for
remembrance of sacrifice in war,
with Armistice Day receiving
only limited attention.
However, the building of the
new memorial hall in the centennial
year of the end of World
War 1 is proof of the continued
commitment of the people of
the district in remembering the
sacrifice of the citizen-soldiers
and nurses who went to war to
defend the nation’s interests.
The building of a new hall at
Lakeside to replace the old hall
that had been demolished after
suffering significant damage
from the September 4, 2010,
earthquake was contentious.
Some questioned the rationale
of building a new hall in an
area of low population density
when it would be better suited in
Leeston.
However, the heritage significance
of the old hall was
recognised by the district council’s
decision to build a modern
replacement to preserve its commemorative
function.
What made the original hall
so significant was that it was
one of the first, if not the first,
Great War memorials built in
Canterbury.
It had a dual function of not
only being a memorial to those
from the district who served
overseas during World War
1, but also served a practical
purpose in providing a muchneeded
community meeting
place.
According to a report marking
the opening of the memorial
hall published in the Ellesmere
Guardian on August 4, 1917, the
residents of Lakeside had begun
raising funds for a community
hall in 1914, but it was agreed
to put the project on hold at the
Our Great
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outbreak of war later that year.
The war went on longer than
expected and the need for a
hall became acute due to the
increased number of community
functions held to support the
war effort.
Raising sufficient funds to
build the hall had been an
obstacle in the past, but like the
funding for the new hall in 2018,
the project was realised through
community collaboration.
In 1916 ‘a generous and wellknown
local lady,’ who remained
anonymous, had offered to fund
free of interest the amount of
money required over and above
the amount subscribed by residents.
And it was at her suggestion
that a brick building be put up
and dedicated to the memory
of the Lakeside soldiers serving
overseas in the war.
By this time the New Zealand
Expeditionary Force had suffered
heavy casualties fighting at
Gallipoli, on the Western Front,
and in Egypt and Palestine; with
a number of volunteers from
Lakeside among them.
The building of the original
hall also came about through
further generosity of John
McLachlan, a local farmer who
had donated land for the hall
to be built on adjacent to Hart’s
Creek near Creamery Corner.
Many residents were also
actively involved in the project
by providing free cartage of
building materials and providing
furnishings, while a Mr K. Patterson
presented a large wooden
roll of honour which hung in the
hall.
This originally recorded those
soldiers from the district who
served in both the Great War
and the Boer War, with names of
those locals who had served in
World War 2 being added later.
The tender for building the hall
was awarded to Messrs Paynter
and Hamilton from Christchurch
at a price of £699, of which
£300 was raised by public
subscription, mostly by Lakeside
residents.
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historical significance
Once built, the main room of
the hall measured 50ft by 31ft,
with a high stud. There was a 6ft
vestibule at the front entrance, on
each side of which was a ‘retiring
room’ measuring 10ft by 9ft.
The main room included a
stage measuring 21ft by 9ft and
there was a large supper room at
the back, running the full width
of the hall, 31ft by 10ft deep.
The hall was reported as having
‘an attractive front elevation,
two large folding entrance doors,
with a neat window either side’
with the words Soldiers Memorial
Hall appearing in large letters
above the entrance.
The hall was officially
opened by the MP for
Ellesmere, Colonel
Heaton Rhodes, on
August 3, 1917.
This was a very
critical time for New
Zealand during World
War 1.
The NZ Division
had suffered several
thousand casualties on
the Western Front in
gaining success in the
battle of Messines in
June that year, which
was followed by the
disaster at
Passchendaele on October 12,
where the division lost 2861
HONOURED:
Lance Corporal
Hersey Rapley,
of Leeston, was
killed in the battle
of Messines
while serving in
the Canterbury
Infantry Regiment.
COMMUNITY: The original Lakeside Soldiers’ Memorial Hall.
casualties (including 957 killed in
action) in a single day.
Such loss of life in a military
event remains unprecedented in
New Zealand history
and the thought of
not returning home
weighed heavily on
those local young
men who travelled to
Europe and the Middle
East as reinforcements.
An example is that
of Trooper Clement
McLachlan of the
Canterbury Mounted
Rifles who later transferred
into the NZ
Rifle Brigade, serving
on the Western Front.
After receiving a
letter from his sister, Margaretta
Lochhead, giving him an update
on the progress of the building
of the hall, he replied in a letter
home expressing his hope that
there would not be too many
names on the roll of honour.
Sadly, he was one of those who
did not return, dying of wounds
in France in April 1918.
The McLachlan family connection
with the hall remains with
Clement’s great-great nephew,
Hamish McLachlan, being the project
architect of the new memorial
hall, while working for Architecture
Workshop in Wellington.
Other local family connections
to those named on the roll of
honour are still prevalent in the
district, such as the Lambies,
Taiaroas, Thians and Pattersons.
When opening the original
hall, Rhodes commented that
Lakeside was a rich fertile
district, that he was confident
the population would greatly increase
in the future and that the
MEANINGFUL: The roll of honour that will again hang in the
new Lakeside Soldiers Memorial Hall.
Creamery Corner would some
day become an important and
busy centre.
While this did not come to
fruition, his prediction that the
hall would prove very useful to
the district in many ways, while
also being a permanent memorial
to those from Lakeside who
served in the war, certainly did.
The original Soldiers Memorial
Hall became the heart of the
Lakeside community, providing a
sense of connection to the place.
Apart from being a venue for
annual Anzac Day services, for
93 years the hall catered for lifeevent
markers that are central to
small communities – weddings,
funerals, significant birthday
parties, elections, sporting and
cultural group meetings.
The new modern facility will
continue to fulfil these functions
for the years ahead.
Following the Armistice Day
commemoration, the hall will be
open for viewing, although the
official opening will not occur
until early 2019.
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News
Time for young bird breeders to step up
• By David Hill
FILM STAR Doug Bain is keen
for the next generation to step
up.
The Pecking Order star
planned to step down as poultry
convener after the New Zealand
Agricultural Show on November
14-16, after bowing out from the
equivalent role at the Selwyn
Spring Show last month.
The Dunsandel farmer was
presented with the Ellesmere
A&P Association’s personality
of the show trophy in recognition
of decades of service and
his newfound celebrity status,
nearly 18 months on from the
release of Pecking Order.
He was the second chook
breeder to win the trophy after
former poultry convener Ted
Slattery won the inaugural event
in 1998.
Mr Bain was the Christchurch
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Club president during the filming,
before being unceremoniously
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The film told the story of
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“I walk down the street in
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“After the film came, Brian
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Dunedin and people were queuing
up to congratulate us and
take photos.’’
However, he acknowledged
that fame had taken a bit of getting
used to.
“I’m a boy from out in the
tussocks and I don’t like a lot of
attention.’’
The Selwyn show featured in
Pecking Order, the 2014 show at
the beginning of the film and
the 2015 show at the end.
While the main events for
chook breeders were the various
poultry shows held during the
winter months, Mr Bain said
AWARDS:
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PHOTO: DAVID HILL
having a presence at the spring
A&P shows, such as Leeston,
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He said he was keen to
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Prangley, of Dunsandel, who
won the W. L. Gobbe Cup for
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Church bell
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ST MARY’S churchgoers
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their bell had been stolen.
Spokesman Neville Benny said
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Your Local Views
Get involved in the community
Rolleston
Reserve
Management
Committee
chairman
Jens
Christensen
writes about
Selwyn’s
growing population and
why residents should
get involved in their
communities
IN 1989 the Springs, Ellesmere,
Malvern and part of the
Paparua councils amalgamated
to become the Selwyn District
Council.
At the time, these councils
were very much made up of
rural people and tight-knit
communities. Volunteering
in the community for the
community came naturally
back then whether it was for
the school, play centre, Plunket,
sports, hall, reserve, township
committee or residents’
association.
But things are changing and
previously rural townships like
Rolleston, Lincoln, Prebbleton
and even Darfield are expanding
rapidly and becoming in their
own right thriving urban
communities.
Rolleston, which had one
school in 1989, now has six
and Lincoln’s third is now
under way. Committees and
meetings are struggling to get
buy-in across the district, and
the situation is far worse in the
larger growing townships where
public attendance at meetings is
becoming smaller as well.
Apart from Malvern, which
has a community board,
the other three wards are
represented by township
committees. These township
committees are the interface
IDEAS: Jens Christensen is
encouraging residents to
make a difference by going
along to public meetings in
their communities.
between the community and
the district council and take any
concerns or projects up with the
council.
They are an important part
of democracy and they need
the support of the community
they represent. Malvern has
township, hall and reserve
committees, too, but it is the
community board there that
represents the community’s
issues to the council.
Likewise, all the townships
across Selwyn have reserve
or domain committees and
hall and community centre
committees to run the operation
of these facilities.
In many cases, these
management committees
are elected at the triennium
elections every three years,
and are committees of the
council which are delegated the
management of these facilities.
For the record and from
the council’s website, there
are 24 township residents or
community associations, 22
hall or community centre
committees and 18 reserve
committees or domain boards
governing their community’s
facilities.
In most cases, the township
committees/community
associations administer the
township grants received from
the council based on population
numbers and, in the larger
townships, these grants are
substantial.
So when you are reading the
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reserve/domain management
meeting is happening in your
area – come along, get involved,
and make a difference in your
community please.
•More local views, page 16
Local
News
Now
Fire rages, homes at risk
Former mayor Bill Woods
responds to Weedons
Residents’ Association
secretary Gary Doyle’s
article on Selwyn’s
population increase and
what it means for residents
I agree with the comments
of Gary Doyle regarding the
pressures on facilities resulting
from growth of the district.
But there is
more to it than
portrayed by
Gary due to the
growth being
predominately
in one part of
the district. The
way our present
council views this situation is that
the growth thereby the demand is
universal throughout the district
which it is definitely not.
If there is pressure on facilities,
the cost related to that pressure
should be borne by those that
created and need the increased
demand.
This is usually done by a user
pays type of money collection
plus with an increase in demand
there is a related growth in
rateable properties.
The funding for these facilities
should be kept in relation to the
increased funding that is relative
to the population growth instead
of loading a considerable burden
on those who do not increase the
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Adequate police staffing levels vital
Selwyn MP Amy Adams
writes about the recent
homicide in the district and
Selwyn’s high crash rate
I AM SURE that many Selwyn
residents would have been
shocked by the recent homicide
in the district and the reported
involvement of gang members in
this incident.
While most Selwyn residents
are wonderful, law-abiding citizens,
this event is a reminder that
no community is immune from
the influence of gang activity and
criminal behaviour.
For this reason, it is vital
that our local police have the
resources they need to deal with
incidents and help prevent crime
in our communities.
Unfortunately, road safety
remains a major issue in our district
that takes up a considerable
amount of police attention.
As I mentioned in a column
in the Selwyn Times earlier this
year, Selwyn has an unacceptably
high rate of crashes, particularly
at intersections. Anything that
we can do to reduce both our
local and our national crash rate,
should be encouraged.
One way of approaching the
problem is to look at the reasons
for fatal crashes and see what we
ROAD SAFETY: Selwyn MP Amy Adams says the district has
an “unacceptably high rate of crashes” and anything which can
reduce them should be encouraged.
can do to minimise or eliminate
the risks.
Last year, 79 fatal crashes
involved a driver with drugs in
their system, compared with
70 involving an intoxicated
driver. These figures come from
testing that is done by authorities
following a fatal crash and
show that we need to get more
proactive in preventing people
from driving while under the
influence of drugs.
Currently, under the Land
Transport Act, drug driving is
measured by an impairment test
that involves an eye assessment
and requesting a driver walk
heel-to-toe in a straight line. The
current method has some obvious
limitations.
Advances in drug testing technology
over recent years including
saliva and sweat tests have
made roadside testing for drugs
much more practical. Based on
this, my colleague Wairarapa
MP Alastair Scott submitted
Amy Adams
Selwyn MP
HOMICIDE: The recent death of a man on a road near Charing
Cross has shocked some Selwyn residents.
a member’s Bill which would
have allowed police officers to
perform roadside drug testing on
any driver who they suspected
was driving under the influence
of drugs.
Disappointingly, all three parties
in the Coalition Government
voted against this member’s Bill,
in spite of the Minister of Police
Stuart Nash previously acknowledging
the need to roll out new
technology to combat the
danger posed by drugged
drivers.
The voting down of a
member’s Bill which would
have kept our roads safer and
saved lives is incomprehensible.
If the Government saw some
way to improve the Bill the least
they could have done was to
send it to select committee for
consideration and feedback.
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Saturday 24 November
10am–12pm
Rolleston Community Centre
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Come along to Rolleston’s coolest kids’ market to buy or sell some
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hand-crafted masterpieces and set up a stall to make some pocket
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Wednesday November 7 2018 17
Thorough process to select leaders at schools
• By Emily O’Connell and Georgia
O’Connor-Harding
STUDENTS FROM around the
district are putting their best foot
forward in a bid to be named as a
school leader next year.
Lincoln High School has completed
a two-month process of
deciding its 2019 head students.
It started with students who
were interested, submitting a CV,
cover letter and teacher referee
report.
After a question and answer
session with the current head
students, applicants had a 5min
interview with principal Kathy
Paterson and assistant principal
Kylie Wissel.
This helped form the shortlist
of about eight to 10 students.
Their first task was to submit a
poster to the office so it could be
placed around the school.
The shortlisted students then
attended a two-hour “head 2
head” activity session, working
on problem-solving and communication
skills.
About a week later the students
presented a 1min speech to the
school. After this, year 9 to 12
students voted for their preferred
leaders. Staff also got a chance to
vote.
Last term, students helped out
at the Delta Community Support
Trust’s disco night. The trust
provides activities and a support
network for people who are
experiencing hardship, disadvantage
and disability.
The final stage of the process
was a 20min formal interview
with Mrs Paterson and Mrs
Wissel.
Miki Tiltman and Coven
Mouat have been named as the
school’s head students for next
year, along with Maria Mendoza
Nieto and Dylan Booysens who
will be the deputy head students.
Mrs Wissel said the school’s
selection process provides a “really
good insight into what areas
of strengths and weaknesses they
all have.”
“I think back to their first
interview when they were nervous
and unsure to becoming
wonderfully confident young
people,” she said.
Rolleston College’s leadership
is unique as it offers opportunities
from year 9.
As it’s a new school it currently
only has year 9 and 10 students.
Students are able to apply for
roles and go through a selection
process in their whanau.
They also have the opportunity
to attend leadership classes,
conferences and be part of action
groups when the need arises.
PROCESS:
Lincoln
High
School
principal
Kathy
Paterson
with the
shortlisted
head
students
for next
year as
well as
some of
its current
head
students.
SCHOOLS
The school’s distributed leadership
model means leaders can
take the lead when they are ready
for the challenge.
Ellesmere College has a fourstage
process in choosing its
head students.
Students have to apply in writing
to indicate their interest by
October 15.
They are then invited to
present a short speech to their
year 12 peers on why they would
make a good school leader.
Following the speech, students
are then ranked in order of preference
by both staff and
their fellow year 12 students to
get an indication of who should
be shortlisted for the positions.
The shortlist usually ranges
from seven to 10 students.
The students are then interviewed
by the school’s senior
leadership team and a kaitiaki
before recommendations are
made to the principal who makes
the final decision.
Darfield High School’s selection
process is just as extensive
with applications for the leadership
roles closing and the initial
round of interviews being conducted
in August.
Successful students were then
invited to attend a leadership
camp last month at the Environmental
Education Centre of New
Zealand in Craigieburn.
At the camp head student job
descriptions are shared before
each student makes a presentation
at the camp on their vision
for the position and how they
will achieve this.
A second round of
interviews with head student
applications are held before an
announcement and presentation
is made at the school’s senior
prize-giving on December 3.
•More schools, pages 18 & 19
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SELWYN TIMES
CELEBRATIONS: A band performs at Springston School’s
150th jubilee fete. More than 1600 people attended the event,
which had face painting, entertainment and stalls. It was just
one of the events held over the celebratory weekend. The
school started with 14 pupils in 1868 and it now has 240.
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Young Ellesmere actors shine in Xmas play
Ellesmere College students
Christopher Stanley, Emma
Brook and Jessica Dalton
(right) were among the cast
members on stage last
week for the school’s junior
production of What Santa
Forgot. The production
showcased the problems
that occur in the North
Pole as Christmas nears.
With a stressed Santa,
overworked elves and
children complaining they
never see their father,
Santa has a lot to deal with.
The performance was in
traditional pantomime style
with as much audience
participation as the cast
could get. The play was
directed and produced
by drama teacher Tracey
Dwyer.
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range from 37cm/SM up to 50cm/6XL.
We have so many ‘Manufacturers Markdowns’ to which we have
added the ‘Spring-cleaning’ our own stock to bring up to a thousand
shirts to select from. There is such a wide variety of well respected
brands from around the world, in long sleeve casual and business
shirts, mostly 100% cotton or cotton rich fabrics, patterns from
stripes, checks, from the neat hounds tooth to the larger geometric.
Come find something to appeal to your tastes and needs. Business
shirts, many oddments styles. It is important to know we do not have
complete ranges, the prices reflect they are “a real mixed bag of
oddments”, end of lines dis-continued ranges. You are familiar with
the brands, know our quality that you can trust, and that we do fully
guarantee. If you don’t know, NOW is the time to find out, we know
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HISTORY: Kate Foster, Colin Wilson and Margaret Copland at the Hororata Parish
Spring Fair.
Suffrage 125th anniversary
celebrated at Hororata fair
ABOUT 1500 people attended the
Hororata Parish Spring Fair.
The community day, held at Hororata
Domain on Labour Day, celebrated the
area’s connection to a prominent moment
in history – 125 years since New Zealand
women achieved voting parity.
Well-known storyteller Margaret
Copland, along with historians Colin
Wilson and Kate Foster, presented Sir
John Hall’s story.
Sir John is buried at St John Cemetery
in Hororata. His last act before retiring
from Parliament was to pilot the women’s
right to vote Electoral Bill in 1893.
The presentation included sharing the
speech he read in Parliament supporting
the Bill.
Visitors to the fair were able to learn
more about the suffrage movement with
a display and movie put together by the
Homebush Stables Historical Society.
“It was great to be part of the Beca
A GROUP of mothers passionate about
bringing a toy library to Rolleston are
making progress towards getting the
project off the ground – but could do with
a little help.
The Rolleston Toy Library project is the
initiative of Fiona Morland who moved to
Rolleston with her family in October last
year.
“With so many young families in
Rolleston I thought we should set one up,”
Mrs Morland said.
Beginning with a general call for
expressions of interest on the Rolleston
Community Facebook page, Mrs Morland
soon discovered there was a strong desire
within the community for a facility.
She set about gathering a small group
of volunteers to figure out what needed
to be done to make it happen. The group
has formed a committee and has become
an official incorporated society. Students
from Rolleston College are helping the
committee with a logo design.
The biggest hurdle has been finding
suitable premises. The group is welcoming
Heritage Week and the Suffrage 125
celebrations, it added a new twist to the
fair and showcased our community,” fair
committee chairwoman Lucy Cookson
said.
The country auction was again a feature
of the event. Visitors showed off their
No 8 wire ingenuity in the Agri-Art
competition, creating garden art.
“While the spring fair is the major
fundraiser for the Hororata Parish each
year, more importantly, it is a wonderful
day for our community to come together
and welcome others to enjoy a day in the
country,” Mrs Cookson said.
She said there were numerous other
community groups and businesses with
stalls.
“As always, it takes a big team to
make these events happen. Thank you
to all the committee, stall-holders,
performers and the businesses and
individuals who supported the event.”
Bid for Rolleston Toy
Library gains support
any offers – from potential shared facilities
to sheds, containers or garages.
The feasibility of an online toy library is
also being investigated as an option.
The goal is to have a fully functioning
toy library that provides a collection of
safe, high-quality toys for children aged
up to six-years-old. The next focus for
the group is a fundraising campaign to
help secure a space and fit it out with the
essentials. There are also plans to make
applications for community grants.
•The committee will hold a toy
drive and car boot sale at Rolleston
College from 10am-1pm on
November 24. For more information,
visit https://www.facebook.com/
events/276804573175564/
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Wednesday November 7 2018 21
• By David Hill
A LEADING Dunsandel farming couple
have been nominated in the first Primary
Industries Good Employer Awards.
Sharemilkers Michael and Susie
Woodward have been nominated in the
minister’s award category, announced by
Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor.
Mr Woodward is the Federated Farmers
North Canterbury dairy chairman and a
Central Rural Life columnist.
“It’s a good surprise. We had seen it
advertised and we
were approached
by someone
who wanted to
nominate us,” Mr
Woodward said.
“It wasn’t
anybody from
within our team,
so we are stoked
that somebody
thought we were
worthy to be put
forward.”
He said he
understood the
nomination
recognised the
value they place on their employees in
supporting them “on their journey” and
helping them to meet their goals.
While the Woodwards employed the
best candidates, Mr Woodward said
they were keen to encourage young New
Zealanders to work in the primary sector
and had recently hosted a Christchurch
school group on their farm.
“We’ve got three Kiwis so that’s half
of our staff. We want to have more
Kiwis working in the industry, so it’s
Lincoln Uni international
students share experiences
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY international
postgraduate students and Lincoln
Rotarians have got together to share their
experiences and ideas.
The annual Rotary Club of Lincoln
event has been an ongoing project for
more than a decade, and it’s proven to be
a great way to welcome young overseas
scholars to the community.
Lincoln is a multi-cultural township and
this is reflected in the club membership,
with 10 of the 43 Lincoln Rotary members
originally from another country.
The club invited 15 postgraduate
students and their partners from China,
India, Iran, Lebanon, Pakistan, Romania,
Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Zimbabwe,
Indonesia, Myanmar, Morocco and the
Philippines.
“This was an excellent opportunity for
us to learn about different cultures and
NOMINATED:
Sharemilkers
Michael and Susie
Woodward say they
want to see more
Kiwis working in the
industry.
Dunsandel farmers up
for top employer award
important that they feel valued and have
opportunities to advance.’’
He said the biggest barrier to employing
young New Zealanders was “attitude”
which was largely due to the ongoing
perception that agriculture was a
career for those who struggled
academically.
‘’We need people who are at the top
of their game in our industry. So it’s a
challenge for us of how can we produce
employees who get up each day and say
‘how can I make this job better?’ We still
need the
people [who]
are good
with their
hands as
well.’’
Mr
O’Connor
said good
staff are the
foundation
of all good
businesses.
“I’ve met
exceptional
employers
Susie and Michael Woodward
and workers
across the
sector and one particular message has
stayed with me: First we look after the
people, then they’ll look after the animals,
and everything else will follow.”
The Woodwards’ employer Theland
Farm Group, which owns 26 farms
throughout New Zealand, has also
been nominated, with chief executive
Justine Kidd a finalist in the employee
development category.
The winners will be announced at
Parliament in Wellington on November 27.
students who also felt they are so welcome
in New Zealand,” programme coordinators
Ravi Gooneratne and Farhad
Dastgheib said.
The students came from different
faculties of Lincoln University and each
gave a 2min talk about their country,
culture and the highlights of their
research.
This allowed club members to become
aware of some of the current research
projects conducted at the university.
The event was supported by the
Foundation and International Committee.
•The Rotary Club of Lincoln
meets every Tuesday evening at
Lincoln University and welcomes
visitors and new members. If you are
interested, phone Farhad Dastgheib
on 027 454 9317 or email farhad@
inet.net.nz .
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We are loving the new watches from Foxleigh not only are
they available with a leather strap they now come with a
mesh strap, a great gift or treat yourself to a new time piece.
These watches come in a gift box, many styles available
pictured are 2 combinations.
With Christmas nearing we have made it easy to buy for that hard to buy
loved one, with online gift cards. Gift cards are delivered by email and contain
instructions to redeem them at checkout. Our gift cards have no additional
processing fees. You can still purchase gift cards instore.
Extended shopping hours starting 15 November we will be open late night
Thursday’s until 7.00pm, this will continue throughout the summer months. Don’t
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INSECT: The garden soldier fly exaireta spinigera is a native of Australia but was
introduced into New Zealand in about 1900.
Fly larvae a rich
source of protein
Mike Bowie is
an ecologist
who specialises
in entomology
(insects and other
invertebrates).
Each week he
introduces a new
species found in his backyard at
Lincoln. His column aims to raise
public awareness of biodiversity,
the variety of living things around
us. Check out the full list of
invertebrates found at http://
naturewatch.org.nz/projects/
backyard-biodiversity-bugs-inlincoln
A FLY SPECIES commonly seen about
the house at the moment is the garden
soldier fly exaireta spinigera.
It is a native of Australia but was
introduced into New Zealand around
1900. It has also found a home in Hawaii
and British Columbia.
SELWYN residents took the opportunity
to let the district council know what they
thought of the District Plan review so far.
‘Are we on the right track?’ was the
theme of the initial public consultation
on a number of key draft changes for the
future District Plan.
Consultation took place between
August 16 and October 8, except for the
cultural landscapes topic.
More than 270 online surveys were
submitted. The topics that received the
highest numbers of surveys were family
flats, night glow, sites and areas of cultural
significance, housing development in residential
zones and home-based business.
The feedback is now being considered and
will inform the drafting of detailed policies
and rules for the proposed District
Plan.
Adults are 14mm long and have a dark
body with black and white striped legs.
The adult flies feed on pollen and nectar,
whereas the larvae are decomposers and
are often found in composts or decaying
vegetation.
Larvae are flattened, strongly
segmented and extremely robust. They
are harmless to humans but are extremely
beneficial in decomposing vegetative
matter efficiently into rich compost.
Other species of soldier flies have
been cultured by companies overseas to
produce millions of larvae per day as an
example of sustainable bio-conversion.
One kilogram of the black soldier fly
larvae can consume 2kg of biowaste in
less than four hours.
These larvae are one of the richest
sources of protein on earth and are fed to
poultry or fish. These flies could be the
answer to a more sustainable future.
•For more information, visit
https://www.youtube.com/
watch?v=IrB2PXGNqzg
270 survey responses to
District Plan review
It’s expected that the proposed District
Plan will be notified in early 2020 for
formal public consultation. The new
District Plan is expected to become
operational by March 2022, subject to any
Environment Court appeals.
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Wednesday November 7 2018 23
Selwyn District Council
WWI Armistice Centennial
Commemorations
Please join us on Sunday 11 November this year, to mark the
centenary of the armistice that ended the First World War in
1918. On that day 100 years ago, after four years of brutal conflict,
war finally gave way to peace.
Importance of Armistice
The commemoration of the centenary of Armistice Day to be held at the new
Lakeside Soldiers Memorial Hall on Sunday 11 November this year has a greater
historical significance for the Selwyn district than most people realise. Traditionally in
New Zealand and Australia, Anzac Day has provided the main focus for remembrance
of sacrifice in war, with Armistice Day receiving only limited attention. However,
the building of the new memorial hall in the centennial year of the end of the First
World War is proof of the continued commitment of the people of the district in
remembering the sacrifice of the citizen-soldiers and nurses who went to war to defend
the nation’s interests.
Lakeside Soldiers Memorial Hall
Top left: Former Lakeside Soldiers
Memorial Hall
Top right: Artists impression of the
new Lakeside Soldiers Memorial Hall
Bottom left: The new hall under
construction in October 2018
Lakeside Soldiers Memorial Hall replaces the old hall which was built during WW1.
The original hall was built on Harts Road in 1917 as a memorial to soldiers from the
local community. It remained in regular use until the earthquakes of 2010–2011, which
significantly weakened the structure, and it was demolished.
The new $1.6 million Lakeside Soldiers Memorial Hall, expected to be completed
in late November, is a large hall with adjoining courtyard space which can
accommodate traditional community activities, but also be able to host special
events, functions and weddings.
Lakeside Soldiers Memorial
Hall commemoration
(Outside the hall as building due to be completed in
late November)
11 November 2018
8am: Flag raising
10.30 am: Assemble (not later than)
11am: Two minutes’ silence followed by
prayer from Major Chris Purdie,
military padre
Finish at noon: Refreshments provided
All welcome.
Traffic management will be onsite to assist with parking.
Other commemorations in
the district
Glenroy Community Hall and Centre Armistice Day
Centennial Remembrance Service, 11 November
2018, 9–11am, Glenroy Community Hall
Sheffield/Waddington Community Committee
Armistice Day Commemoration, 11 November
2018, 11am, Sheffield Cenotaph
War Memorial Lighting
As part of WW1 Centenary and Armistice
commemorations, the Council is installing
feature lighting at war memorial sites in townships
across Selwyn.
The lights provide for white or coloured lighting
of the memorials, depending on the wishes of the
community. As well as highlighting the memorials,
the lights also allow the sites to support other
important community events and commemorations.
To date lighting has been installed at:
∙ Tai Tapu (Rhodes
Park Domain Gates of
Remembrance)
∙ Leeston Cenotaph
∙ Springston War
Memorial
∙ Hororata War
Memorial
∙ Rolleston Memorial
Clock Tower
∙ Darfield War Memorial
∙ Dunsandel War
Memorial
∙ Prebbleton War
memorial
∙ Sheffield War
Memorial.
Lighting will be installed at other war memorials in
the district in the future.
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Join the Selwyn Youth Council
and make a difference
Applications for the 2019/20 Selwyn Youth Council are open now and young people aged
between 14 and 24 years of age who live in Selwyn are encouraged to apply.
The Youth Council is made up of 12 passionate young people with support from the Selwyn
District Council.
Current Youth Council Chair Paige Sullivan says by joining the Selwyn Youth Council you
could help make life better for local young people by representing their views to the Council
and other organisations.
The Youth Council ensures the voices of young people in Selwyn are heard in local decision
making and that their views are taken into account when planning projects that affect them, like
town centre works, local parks, pools, libraries and events.
This year the Selwyn Youth Council has been involved with a number of initiatives including the
Selwyn Link bus service trial, BOOST 2018, a ‘What do YOUth think? survey and hosting a ‘What
do YOUth think? event to gather feedback on the Long–Term Plan 2018–2028.
Mayor Sam Broughton says our Youth Council has made a big difference in Selwyn.
“If you are interested in helping support other young people and want to be a part of making cool
things happen you should put your name forward for consideration.”
Any young person with a passion for issues affecting youth who wants to make a positive
contribution to our community can complete an application online.
Applications open Monday 5 November and close Friday 23 November. For more information or
to apply please visit selwyn.govt.nz/YouthCouncil or facebook.com/SelwynYouthCouncil.
Selwyn Carseat Champions seeking new volunteers
Selwyn Carseat Champions are a group of volunteers actively making a difference to our children’s
safety when in a motor vehicle, and they have positions available to be filled.
Volunteers are given training to be registered New Zealand Transport Agency Child Restraint
Technicians and are equipped with the skills to install child restraints from baby capsules through to
older children’s booster seats.
Anna Nurse of Leeston, trained as a technician four years ago she has several reasons for volunteering.
“This was something I could fit in around my family and work life. I have taken great pride over the years
in being able to help caregivers keep their little ones safe,” she says.
“It’s not just putting car seats in – each install is a lesson
and I know that mini lesson is going to be shared with
their friends and bit by bit the ripple effect of what we are
doing is changing the culture around car seat safety”
As our community grows with young families, demand for
the service is growing to the point where more volunteers
are needed to become child restraint technicians.
Volunteers are involved in monthly car seat clinics as
well as being available for one off checks when personal
commitments allow.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer in your
community please contact Stephanie Hautler
roadsafety@selwyn.govt.nz for more information.
Selwyn has initial say on future
District Plan
Many Selwyn residents took the opportunity to let us know what
they thought of the review of the current District Plan so far.
Are we on the right track? was the theme of the initial public
consultation on a number of key draft changes for the future
District Plan, which took place between 16 August and 8 October
2018 (except for cultural landscapes topic which was open for
consultation until 23 October).
Environmental Services Manager Tim Harris says it’s important to
get public feedback at an early stage of the review.
“We are especially pleased to see submissions from those directly
affected, which will help inform the potential shape and direction
of the future District Plan before the detailed proposed rules and
policies are drafted.”
A total of 272 online surveys were submitted and the topics that
received the highest numbers of responses were family flats, night
glow, sites and areas of cultural significance, housing development
in residential zones, and home-based business.
While most people submitted their feedback via our engagement
hub Your Say Selwyn, some had their say via email, phone calls
or at one of the drop-in sessions that the Council held across the
district. The feedback came from a broad cross-section of the
district’s population and from every part of the district.
In total our consultation site received over 5,400 views from people
who were interested to find out more about the District Plan Review.
In total our consultation site received over 5,400 views from
people who were interested to find out more about the District
Plan Review. To find out more about how people engaged in the
initial public consultation check out the full engagement report at
selwyn.govt.nz/districtplanreview.
What happens next?
Feedback is now being considered and will inform the drafting
of detailed policies and rules for the Proposed District Plan.
It’s expected that the Proposed District Plan will be notified in
early 2020 for formal public consultation. The longer timeframe
is due to the local government elections at the end of 2019 and
ensuring the newly-elected Council endorses the Proposed
District Plan before it is notified. After this, submitters will
have an opportunity to speak to their submission at a formal
hearing. Following the hearing, the Hearing Panel will make
recommendations on proposed amendments and the Council
will then make final decisions. We expect the new District Plan
to become largely operative by March 2022, subject to any
Environment Court appeals.
Need funding for your
creative project?
Applications are open now for Creative Communities funding.
Funding is available to groups or individuals with community-based
creative projects that promote arts or culture in Selwyn.
Applications for this funding round close on Friday 30 November, 5pm.
Visit selwyn.govt.nz/artsfunding for more information and to apply.
ON THE
ROADS
2018 & 2019
Confirming the details
Consultation with
specific groups
October 2018–July 2019
On the roads this week
Coaltrack Road will be having pre-reseal repairs
undertaken over the week.
Reconstruction work will continue on
Waimakariri Gorge Road.
Footpath reconstruction will take place in
Springfield and continue on Rolleston Drive.
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 8338 or 347 2780
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Notices
DOG MICROCHIPPING
If your dog was first registered
after 30 June 2006 and is not a
working dog, the law requires
him or her to be microchipped.
This free monthly service is
available at the following places
on Friday 9 November.
Darfield: 9–9.30am
Rolleston: 10.15–10.45am
Lincoln: 11.30am–12pm
Leeston: 12.45–1.15pm
Please note:
· Clinics last half an hour.
· The Rolleston venue is
in Norman Kirk Drive (off
Rolleston Drive).
· Microchipping will not take
place if wet.
If you have any questions
regarding microchipping,
please contact Tracey Wheeler
on 347 2800.
SPORT NEW ZEALAND
RURAL TRAVEL FUND
Sport New Zealand Rural Travel
Funding is available for Selwyn
sport teams who need to travel
to local competition games and
are comprised of members aged
5–19 years (school competitions
in school time are not eligible).
This funding round is for
summer sports only.
For further information and
application forms go to
selwyn.govt.nz/ruraltravel
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
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
BOARD
Unless stated meetings are held
at the Rolleston Council Building.
Selwyn Waihora Zone
Committee
Tue 6 Nov 12pm
Lincoln Event Centre
Property Committee
Wed 7 Nov 9am
Audit & Risk Subcommittee
Wed 7 Nov 10.15am
Council meeting
Wed 7 Nov 1pm
Council Water Race
Subcommittee
Mon 12 Nov 12.30pm
District Plan Review Committee
Wed 21 Nov 9am
LOCAL COMMITTEES &
ASSOCIATIONS
Coalgate/Glentunnel Reserve
Management Committee
Tue 6 Nov 7.30pm
Coalgate Fire Station
Darfield Township Committee
Thur 15 Nov 7.30pm
Darfield Library
Doyleston Community
Committee
or contact Stuart Westoby,
347 2708, stuart.westoby@
selwyn.govt.nz
Applications for this funding
round close Friday 23 November.
GOULDS ROAD ACCESS WAY
RESERVE REVOCATION
Selwyn District Council
propose to seek the Minister
of Conservation’s approval to
revoke the reservation of the
Local Purpose (Access Way)
Reserve adjoining Goulds
Road, Rolleston described
in the Schedule. The reserve
has become surplus to
requirements as it is no longer
required for an accessway.
Schedule
Canterbury Land District -
Selwyn district
246m 2 more or less being Lot
101 DP 496520 and being all of
the land comprised in Computer
Freehold Register 731260.
Any person wishing to make a
submission or to find out more
information please contact the
Acquisitions, Disposals and
Leasing Department by email at
property@selwyn.govt.nz before
5pm on 7 December 2018.
ALCOHOL NOTICES
Mac Enterprises Limited has
applied for an off licence and
on licence. Objections are
open until 14 November. For
more information head to
Wed 7 Nov 7.30pm
Osborne Park Hall
Dunsandel Community
Committee
Mon 19 Nov 7.30pm
Dunsandel Community Centre
Glenroy Community Hall
Committee AGM
Tue 20 Nov 7.30pm,
Glenroy Hall
Glentunnel Community Centre
Committee
Tue 20 Nov 7.30pm
Glentunnel Community Centre
(note week earlier)
Kimberley Reserve & Hall
Committee
Thur 22 Nov 7.30pm
Kimberley Hall
Kirwee Recreation Reserve
Management Committee
Mon 12 Nov 7.30pm
Kirwee Recreation Reserve
Kirwee Township Committee
Mon 19 Nov 7.30pm
Kirwee Hall
Lincoln Community
Committee AGM
Mon 12 Nov 7pm, Fitzgerald
Room Lincoln Event Centre
Prebbleton Reserve
Management Committee
Mon 19 Nov 7.30pm, Community
Cottage, Blakes Road
Rolleston Reserve
Management Committee
Mon 19 Nov 7.30pm, Rolleston
Community Centre Lounge
Sister Cities Committee
Tue 13 Nov 6pm
Rolleston Headquarters Building
Selwyn district has Sister
Cities cultural and friendship
relationships and exchange visits
with our Sister Cities in Japan;
China; Coventry in Rhode Island,
USA; and Toraja, Indonesia;
selwyn.govt.nz/alcoholnotices.
MOBILE LIBRARY SCHEDULE
Wednesday 7 November
Arthur’s Pass 11.30am–12.30pm
Castle Hill 1.40–2.15pm
Springfield 3–3.30pm
Thursday 8 November
Giggles and Scribbles Early
Learning Centre 10.15–10.45am
Prebbleton Playcentre*
11–11.30am
Council Headquarters
12.45–1.15pm
Bright Beginings Montessori
Preschool 1.30–2pm
Monday 12 November
Dunsandel Playcentre
10–10.30am
Burnham Montessori
11–11.30am
Darfield Playcentre 12–12.30pm
Darfield Primary School
1–1.30pm
Tuesday 13 November
Kirwee 10–10.45am
Kirwee School 10.45–11.30am
Preston Downs, Corner
Prestons/Weedons Ross Road
12.15–12.45pm
West Melton School
12.45–1.30pm
West Melton Learning Centre
1.30–1.50pm
The Cat’s Pyjamas Preschool
& Nursery (West Melton)
1.50–2.20pm
Anyone welcome to attend.
RSVP to Bernadette Ryan 3472
830 or bernadette.ryan@selwyn.
govt.nz for catering purposes.
Springfield Township
Committee
Tue 6 Nov 7.30pm, Tawera Hall
Springston Community
Committee
Mon 19 Nov 7.30pm
Springston Hall
Springston Hall Committee
Fri 9 Nov 7.30pm, Springston
Hall (additional meeting)
Springston Reserve Committee
Wed 21 Nov 7.30pm, Errol Tweedy
Pavilion, Springston Reserve
Springston South Soldiers
Memorial Hall AGM
Sun 11 Nov 1.30pm, 433 Days
Road, Springston South
Tawera Memorial Hall Committee
Wed 7 Nov 7.30pm, Tawera Hall
Waihora Park Reserve
Committee – AGM
Tue 6 Nov 7.30pm
Waihora Bowling Club
Springfield Township
Committee
Tue 6 Nov 7.30pm, Tawera Hall
Weedons Reserve Committee
Mon 19 Nov 7.30pm
Weedons Community Centre
(week later due to Show Week)
West Melton Reserve
Board Committee
Mon 19 Nov 7.30pm
West Melton Rugby Club
Whitecliffs Township &
Domain Committee
Mon 12 Nov 7.30pm
Glentunnel Community Centre
A casual vacancy has arisen
on the Whitecliffs Township &
Domain Committee. Expressions
of interest to Jodie 03 551 0121.
Selwyn Events
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Found Objects as Art
Selwyn Art Gallery, Darfield
Expect the unexpected at Selwyn
Gallery this November with Found
Objects as Art. Works created largely
from recycled objects will be on show,
with the gallery excited to present a
wide variety of styles, mediums and
imagination under the same roof.
Veges 101 – A Gardening
Workshop for Beginners
Lincoln Envirotown Community
Gardens, 10–11.30am
If you know next to nothing about
growing vegetables, but would like to
get started, this workshop is for you!
For more information contact Ruth
Wood 325 2193, ruth.wood@xtra.co.nz
Christmas Bazaar Market
The Lincoln Green, 9.30am
Entertainment and activities for the
children, a visit from Santa, and a
great festive atmosphere. Lots of
amazing stalls. Come and enjoy the
morning, your Christmas shopping
starts here!
Rolleston Kids’ Market
Rolleston Community Centre,
10am–12pm
Come along to Rolleston’s coolest
kids’ market to buy or sell some preloved
treasures. For children aged
8–13 years, caregiver required. Stalls
$5 each, register as a stall holder at
bit.ly/kidsmarket18 by 22 November.
No food or drinks to be sold.
The Courtenay A&P Show
Kirwee Showgrounds, from 8am
Featuring fun and friendly competition,
a great day out where town and
country meet. For more information
head to www.courtenayshow.org.nz.
Selwyn Twilight
Christmas Market
Rolleston Community Centre,
1–4pm
A great opportunity to get a roll on with
your Christmas shopping, the Selwyn
Twilight Christmas Market will allow
you to find a number of trinkets either
for yourself, or for a special someone.
For more information you can contact
Debbie Herridge on 027 515 1962.
Leeston Santa Parade
High Street, Leeston, from 5pm
The evening will offer plenty fun
for the family, with a variety of food
options and stalls to as well as street
entertainment. The parade starts
at 6.30pm and will end with carols
by torchlight.
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
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Wednesday November 7 2018 27
SPORTS
LOOKING: Weedons’ batsman James Richards looks for a second run, while Josh Watson
approaches the bowling crease.
PHOTOS: KAREN CASEY
Tough weekend for
Selwyn cricket teams
POWER: Jono Green looks to get the ball back to the
wicketkeeper quickly.
WHACK: Kaiapoi wicketkeeper Finn Caddie watches Shannon
Dunnett play a shot, while Brad Nightingale appeals for a
wicket.
• By Jacob Page
IT WAS a miserable Saturday
for Selwyn’s premier cricket
teams with all three suffering
losses in the Canterbury
Country one-day competition.
Leeston-Southbridge,
Weedons and Darfield were
all defeated as Southbrook and
Oxford went to the top of the
table.
Weedons suffered an
embarrassing batting collapse
on the road against Kaiapoi. The
visitors restricted the hosts to
69 all out inside 26 overs thanks
largely to pace bowlers Frazer
Austin 5/13 and Lachie Stove
2/22. Weedons started well,
reaching 18 without loss, but
then lost eight wickets for 10
runs to eventually be all out for
52, falling 17 runs short.
Leeston-Southbridge remain
third on the table after a late
collapse saw them lose by six
runs to Sefton at Sefton Domain.
Leeston-Southbridge appeared
to be cruising to the target
after a century stand between
Tim Gruijters (62) and Liam
O’Sullivan (37) had them at
135/5 in pursuit of 142 for
victory. Leeston-Southbridge
then lost five wickets for no runs
in 12 balls to lose the game.
Darfield were no match for
Oxford Rangiora at Oxford’s
Pearson Park. After being
sent in to bat on a green pitch,
Darfield lost wickets regularly
and found scoring difficult as
they were bundled out for 69
inside 35 overs.
Darfield were unable to take
early wickets and Oxford-
Rangiora cruised to the target
with eight wickets to spare.
Cheviot were able to knock off
competition leaders Southbrook
thanks to a gritty 53 off 47
balls from Jack Harris that saw
them through to 190/8. Former
Canterbury batsman Shanan
Stewart made a brisk 44 and
combined with Jack Boyle (24)
in a partnership of 70.
However, when both departed,
the previously unbeaten
Southbrook lost all momentum
and eventually fell 18 runs short.
On Saturday, Cheviot will host
Weedons at Cheviot Domain;
Southbrook will host Leeston-
Southbridge at Southbrook
Domain; Darfield will travel
to Rangiora to play Sefton and
Kaiapoi will hit the road to play
Oxford.
Scorecards:
•Sefton 141/9 (T Harrison
36, M Rowe 24, A Robinson
22, S Barber 20; J Harden
2/17, T Field 2/23, W
Macfarlane 2/27) beat
Leeston-Southbridge 135 (T
Gruijters 62, L O’Sullivan 37;
F Sheat 4/15, J Jones 2/0, O
Bragg 2/15).
•Darfield 69 (M Power
3/11, M Murphy 3/14) lost
to Oxford-Rangiora 70/2 (J
Mariu 29no; C Warner 2/28).
•Cheviot 190/8 (J Harris
53, J Hyde 33, B Hartland
30; J Boyle 3/26, D Boyle
2/32, S Ermerins 2/51) beat
Southbrook 172 (S Stewart
44, J Boyle 24, B Rich 23, C
Clement 23; J Hyde 3/30, H
Cox 2/25, B Rayner 2/26).
•Kaiapoi 69 (J Gourlie 23;
F Austin 5/13, L Stove 2/22)
beat Weedons 52 (L Stove
20; T Oram 6/25, R Saini
2/11).
Points table: Southbrook
21, Oxford 21, Leeston-
Southbridge 15, Cheviot
15, Kaiapoi 15, Sefton 12,
Weedons 12, Darfield 9.
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SELWYN TIMES
Nuturing the young for 167 years
The late US journalist
Herb Caen wrote: “A city
is not gauged by its length
and width but by the
broadness of its vision and
the height of its dreams.”
Caen might have been
writing of Christchurch,
as our visions for the new
city pay homage to the
dreams of the founders
while unleashing our own
dreams for a lofty future.
At the heart of the
city since those earliest
aspirational days when the
founders laid out the first
roads and planted the first
trees, St Michael’s has had
at its heart the vision and
dreams of our city and its
children.
Indeed, for 167 years,
St Michael’s has been
educating and nurturing
the visionaries and
dreamers who continue to
shape our city and step
out into the world beyond.
For our young pupils have
limitless potential to lead
exciting and generous
lives, and we have the
responsibility to educate and inspire
them, to encourage every child to
flourish, in mind, body and spirit.
St Michael’s is a prep school for girls
and boys in Years 1-8. Our classes are
small, fewer than 20 pupils, and our
specialist teachers ensure each child is
an individual, well known by staff and
fellow pupils alike. For at the heart of
St Michael’s are the essential values
of Christian faith and good citizenship:
respect, integrity, community, faith,
hope and love.
An independent school education
at the primary level is a great gift
and so traditional foundations in
Counting the beat, an exploration of rhythm. Year 1
and 2 Music.
English and Maths are assured. This
academic rigour then underpins our
wider curriculums in Science, History,
Geography and Spanish. IT literacy is
taught, not assumed, and computer
use is measured. We like teaching and
talking to our pupils!
A prep education offers balance.
St Michael’s cultural and sports’
programmes further develop each
child’s foundation, as creativity and
problem-solving come in many forms.
Specialist art and music classes are
enjoyed weekly. We have two choirs,
and most pupils play at least one
instrument or study speech and
drama with one of our nine
itinerant staff.
Located in the heart of
the city, on the banks of
the Avon and the new City
Promenade, our extended
campus is spectacular:
today, the Art Gallery;
tomorrow, the Gardens;
tennis later in Hagley Park.
A recent school survey
indicates that many of
our parents now work in
the thriving city centre,
or Lincoln and Riccarton
Road hubs but they live
city-wide. They comment
on the benefit of knowing
their children are in
school nearby and the
convenience of popping
in for an hour to catch
a performance or watch
a race. With the new
central exchange only a
block away, a number of
children arrive by bus from
all corners of the city.
Is your child one of 15
or 50? Is their classroom a
calm, productive learning
space or is the noise and
movement unceasing? How
much of the teacher’s attention does
your child actually receive? There is
an alternative.
You and your child are warmly
invited to discover for yourselves
our purposeful, wholehearted and
inclusive prep school. Our Open Day
is Tuesday, November 14, or contact
our registrar, Bec Hitchcock, for a
personal tour: 03 379 9790.
On the Alps2Ocean cycle trail as part of the
Year 7 and 8 Mt Cook Camp.
On the go! School Athletic Sports at Christ’s
College.
Cracking good fun! The school’s annual
Holiday Programme.
St Michael’s
Your school at the heart of the city since 1851
✓ Co-educational, Years 1-8
✓ Small classes
✓ Specialist teachers
✓ Traditional classrooms;
academic rigour
✓ Musical excellence
✓ Christian values
✓ Before & after school care:
7.30am - 5.30pm
✓ Cental city location,
easy access
In tune: St Michael’s pupils perform at the Christchurch Schools’
Music Festival, earlier this term.
Open Day: Tuesday 14 November
www.saintmichaels.school.nz 249 Durham Street 379 9790
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Wednesday November 7 2018 29
Darfield High showjumper
off to China after exams
• By Jacob Page
DARFIELD HIGH School
student Katherine Hadler has
exams and representing her
country to ponder over the next
couple of weeks.
The 15-year-old will sit her
final NCEA level one exam on
November 20 – maths – and
then jet her way to China to
represent New Zealand for the
first time. She is set to compete
at an international under-18
showjumping event.
The Springston Pony Club
member will compete against
riders from China, Australia and
Thailand in three gymkhana
games and showjumping at a
maximum height of 80cm.
Katherine has been competing
for the past 10 years. She got
her first pony at age four named
Charisma.
”I just remember asking
my parents for one since the
age of two. I learnt how to do
everything on that horse.”
She still has two horses,
including one she rides regularly
called Pavlova.
Katherine said she was thrilled
to be representing her country
for the first time.
”It’s something I’ve wanted to
achieve for quite a while and one
day I would like to make it to an
Olympics.”
TALENTED: Darfield High School’s Katherine Hadler will head
to China to compete at an international showjumping event on
November 20.
PHOTO: PAULINE JARVIS
She said certain traits made for
a good showjumping horse.
”Personally, I like a horse with
a bit of speed that can do tight
corners to save time. You also
want one you can communicate
with so you can get clear jumps.”
Katherine will ride local horses
in China, which she said would
be an added challenge.
”I’ll have three days to try to
bond with them which isn’t a lot
of time.”
She is not sure what the
standard of competition will
be, but said she is looking
forward to the challenge of a new
experience.
• By Jacob Page
DARFIELD lawn bowler
Hazel Littlejohn has warmed
up for the deaf bowls world
championships in January by
winning the national singles title
in Blenheim.
She was also named player
of the year as she prepares
for the world championships
at Christchurch’s Elmwood
Bowling Club which start on
January 7.
“It was a huge thrill to have
that sort of a confidence boost
so close to the world championships,”
Littlejohn said.
She is a fourth-year bowler
and the tournament in January
will be her first international
call-up.
Littlejohn said her
performance at the national
tournament, held over Labour
weekend, could be attributed
to regular training at the
SPORTS
CALL-UP: Selwyn
bowlers Barbara
Herrick (left), Hazel
Littlejohn and
Margaret Bailey
will represent
the New Zealand
deaf lawn bowls
team at the world
championships in
January.
Littlejohn called up to bowl
for NZ at world champs
Dunsandel Bowling Club over
winter with her coach Ashley
Paul. “I didn’t think I had done
enough to win initially, as it was
a really tight competition,” she
said.
“We had quite a mild winter
and having access to an artificial
green meant I was able to
practice three to four times a
week instead of just once a week
like in previous seasons.
“My coach has worked hard
with me during the winter and
his dedication and willingness
to give up his time has meant a
lot to me.”
West Melton bowler Barbara
Herrick and Leeston’s Margaret
Bailey will also be part of the
New Zealand team in January.
Teams from Wales, Scotland,
South Africa, England,
Australia, Northern Ireland and
Ireland are all expected at the
event.
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Recalling happy times in
the old community hall
In a few weeks, the new Community
Centre in West Melton will be officially
opened, ushering in a new era of
community involvement and activities.
In a few weeks, the new Community
Centre in West Melton will be officially
opened, ushering in a new era of
community involvement and activities.
It will be an asset to West Melton, but
at the same time, there are many oldergeneration
West Melton residents who have
fond memories of the former community
hall, which for decades was the centre of
their social and community life.
Built in 1892, it was originally a shearing
and wool shed for the West Melton Sale
Yard and Dip Company, then in 1925,
with a drop-off in wool sales, the wool
shed was converted into a social hall. Ten
years later the shed burnt down, and a
new community hall was built with funds
raised by the community.
In 1961, the shareholders of the West
Melton Hall Company, formerly the West
Melton Sale Yard and Dip Company, gifted
the land to the County Council.
Further fundraising in the early 1960s
resulted in the addition of a kitchen,
supper room, lounge and Plunket rooms to
the hall.
West Melton’s oldest original resident,
John Pearce (87), recalls school concerts,
wedding receptions, 21st birthdays, dances
and balls being held in the hall. Soldiers
were farewelled from the hall and then
welcomed home there after the war.
Another resident, Alistair Nicholl, recalls
the “very successful” winter balls that were
held in the hall in the late 1970s and early
1980s, and which morphed into the “old
farmers’ balls”.
On June 17, 2017, locals turned out in
their finery for the final ball to be held at
the hall – a fitting farewell to mark the end
of its life, prior to demolition.
Jacqui Butt remembers winning first
prize for her school project at the district
flower show, which was held every year in
the hall. The “fabulous” school concerts
also live on in her memory – especially the
year she wore lipstick for the first time.
She also remembers the excitement of
having movies screened there, but with
something going wrong almost every time
the audience often wouldn’t see the end of
the movie.
Heather Wild recalls the fundraising
dances held to purchase curtains and
furniture for the hall; Alison Pearce
enjoyed card afternoons at the hall, while
her husband was a keen indoor bowls
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see their old hall go, but believed the new
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Vet centre creates strong
connection with community
The West Melton Vet Centre has just
celebrated its first anniversary, and over the
last 12 months, the practice has become an
integral part of the local community.
“What’s been wonderful is the strong
connection that’s been created with the
West Melton community, and we want to
thank the businesses for treating us as part
of the shopping centre, and the community
for their support,” says vet Michael Meehan.
The practice was established by vet
Jacoba Vaessler as a standalone vet clinic
specialising in the treatment of dogs, cats
and other small domestic animals. While
every animal is treated with care and
compassion, there was one incident with a
guinea pig that was especially memorable,
Michael says. The guinea pig, which was the
mascot at the West Melton School, needed
treatment for a cyst. This was successfully
carried out, and because it belonged to the
school, there was no fee charged.
“The children made us a thank you card,
and receiving that was very rewarding,”
Michael says.
Another enjoyable experience was the
successful treatment of a small goat that
was suffering from hypoglycaemia and
couldn’t walk properly. After the treatment,
the goat skipped and jumped joyfully out
of the clinic, to the delight of the vet team,
who posted a video of the goat on the
clinic’s Facebook page.
As a standalone clinic, West Melton Vet
Centre is able to offer prompt test results
and diagnoses, thanks to the high-quality
equipment Jacoba has had installed. This
includes an in-house blood machine, which
provides test results in 15-20 minutes, an
ultra-sound machine and a digital X-ray
machine.
Jacoba, Michael and the team of four
vet nurses pride themselves on providing
a professional service, without being too
clinical, Michael says.
“We are professionals, but we also enjoy
taking a casual, light-hearted approach
with our clients when appropriate, and
having a laugh with them.”
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It’s all go
in the garden
It is all go in the garden and with Show
Weekend coming up there is plenty of time
to get those tasks done!
Here are some things you can plant this month
Veggies Lettuce, Chillies, Capsicums, Sweet Corn, Cucumbers,
Courgettes, Spinach
Flowers Poppies, Sweet Peas, Alyssum, Marigolds, Begonias, Petunias,
Lobelia
Show weekend is almost here so it is time to prepare to plant out your tomatoes!
If you have started them inside your seedlings will be keen to get into a bigger pot
or garden bed. Tomatoes are hungry feeders so before planting in the ground mix
in our tomato fertiliser so they will have a good start, then feed every 4 weeks until
the season ends.
Once your plant is in fruit make sure you cover them as birds just love those big
plump red tomatoes as much as you do. Cut off their laterals (these are the bits
that grow out from the main stems), as this keeps the plant healthier and the
nutrients go into producing the main fruit.
Safety
in the garden
Spring brings the risk of
catching Legionnaires
Disease if you don’t handle
potting mixes and compost
correctly. The bacteria that
cause Legionnaires Disease
are present naturally in the
environment and there is no
method available to eliminate
the bacteria.
So, we must work with
protecting ourselves from the harmful effects of these bacteria, in much the
same way as we protect ourselves from the damage caused to us by exposure
to the sun. Below are some precautions you can take to reduce the risk of
contracting Legionnaires.
• Open bags with a sharp knife – away from the face - in open spaces,
not in enclosed areas like sheds or greenhouses
• Remember to use gloves and masks when handling the mix
• Dampen any dry mix – being care not to inhale dry, dusty mix
• Store bags out of direct sunlight
• Always wash your hands after gardening, and before eating or drinking
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Gardening
Local
News
Now
The heat is on – time to grow chilli
Fire rages, homes at risk
• By Henri Ham
CHILLI SEEM to generate a mass
following all over the world.
Did you know right here in
New Zealand, we have our own
chilli-eating competition and hot
sauce festival? Much like coriander,
chilli also really polarises
people. They either love it or
won’t touch it.
When it comes to chilli, I’m
definitely in ‘team heat’ and love a
good chilli in my cooking or even
on its own.
Chilli heat is measured in
Scoville Heat Units. The higher
the rating the hotter the chilli.
Trained testers dissolve dried
chilli in alcohol and sugar water
to measure its pungency. They
then sample the mixture and
dilute it until they can’t detect any
more heat.
Now I love chilli, but I’m not
sure if I’d like this job.
The current champion to the
‘world’s hottest chilli’ goes to the
carolina reaper. It has a little grim
reaper-shaped tail and clocks in at
1,600,000 SKU. To give some perspective
– the friendly jalapeno
measures around 5000 SKU.
Eating hot chilli is not for the
faint-hearted. People often find
them to taste initially sweet, with
an after burn that can last up to
one hour in unsuspecting victims.
And as a general rule, the smaller
the pod the hotter the taste.
Chillies are a spring and summer
plant. The first varieties are
ready right now such as jalapeno
and red hot chilli. In November
you’ll see the habanero red, bhut
jolokia (ghost pepper) and the
jalapeno red flame seedlings become
available. You’ll have to wait
until Christmas time to get your
hands on a carolina reaper plant.
Here’s are some of the chillies
in order of hottest (starting with
the hottest of the hot) – carolina
reaper, bhut jolokia, habanero
red, red hot pepper, jalapeno red
flame and jalapeno.
Planting wise, chilli are fairly
easy to grow. They like a welldrained,
sheltered and sunny spot
in your garden that is very similar
HOT: The capsicum jalapeno
(left) is ready for planting now.
Above – the carolina reaper
is considered the world’s
hottest chilli pepper.
to where you’d plant your tomatoes,
capsicums, basil and parsley.
If you’ve got space near any beefriendly
plants like oregano and
lavender, plant your chillies there
to help with pollination.
Increase the quality of your soil
by adding a good general fertiliser
and come compost. Sheep pallets
are also great to mix in with the
compost, and act as a slow release
fertiliser.
Chilli plants can get quite big,
so plant your seedlings around
30-50cm apart. But they don’t
actually need a lot of space, and
grow well in pots as well. Water
straight after planting, but after
that they only need attending to
every few days. Avoid wetting the
leaves to prevent the spread of any
diseases. And, once your chillies
have developed, you might like to
water them sparingly (depending
on your taste buds) as less watering
will make the fruit hotter.
In around two to three months
from planting, you’ll start to see
some spicy life. First flowers appear
then, after being pollinated,
they turn into fruit.
If you’re unsure whether your
plants have been pollinated
simply dab a small paint brush
in each flower to help spread the
pollen around.
Remember as with many fruit
plants, cut your chillies rather
than pulling them off. This encourages
more fruit to grow. And
what many people don’t realise is
that a whole chilli freezes really
well – lasting up to six months in
the freezer. When you’re ready
to cook with them, use an extra
sharp knife and chop up your
chilli while frozen. With fresh
chilli about $2 each in the supermarket
right now, it sure makes
sense to freeze them.
Chillies are perennial plants
meaning they can last a few
seasons. Once your plant has
finished fruiting, simply prune
back by about a third, and remove
any dead branches. They don’t
cope well with frosts. If you did
plant them in pots, move them to
warmer ground for winter. Either
indoors, or higher to the deck or
under the eaves of your house.
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5pm each Wednesday
Teen Artspace
Leeston on Wednesdays,
4-5.30pm, and Darfield on
Tuesdays, 4.30-6pm
Teens can participate in art
and craft activities and hang
with friends in a creative
atmosphere. They will learn
how to use various art and craft
materials. Suitable for secondary
school-aged students. Free.
Drop-ins welcome.
Leeston Library, 19 Messines
St, and Darfield Library, 1 South
Tce
Digital Photobook
Workshops
Thursday, 6.30-8.30pm
Would you like to
learn how to create a digital
photobook, but not exactly
sure how? This free session
will help you develop the skills
to create a digital photobook
from your treasured memories.
Recommended for adults
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Leeston Library, 19 Messines
St
Veges 101
Saturday, 10-11.30am
A gardening workshop for
beginners if you know next
to nothing about growing
vegetables, but would like to get
started, this workshop is for you.
A gold coin donation to support
the activities of the gardens
would be appreciated. For more
information, phone Ruth Wood
on 325 2193 or email ruth.
wood@xtra.co.nz.
Lincoln Envirotown
Community Gardens, 35 James
St, Lincoln
Mahjong Beginngers Group
Tuesdays, 1-3pm
Go along to play Mahjong with
the beginners group.
Lincoln Library, 22 Gerald
St
Justice of the Peace Clinics
Rolleston on Monday, noon-
1pm, and Lincoln on Tuesday,
10am-1pm
A justice of the peace will
be available to members of
the community to witness
signatures and documents,
certify document copies, hear
oaths, declarations, affidavits
or affirmations as well as sign
citizenship, sponsorship or rates
rebates applications.
CREATIVE: Go along to Patchwork Plus on Monday from 10am-3pm at the Leeston Library, 19
Messines St. Take along any craft you wish and have a chat. For further information, phone Diane
Spencer on 027 444 6791.
Rolleston Library, 94 Rolleston
Drive, and Lincoln Library, 22
Gerald St
Lakeland Exhibition
10am-4pm, Tuesday-Sunday
This exhibition is fascinated
with earth, water, fire and
alchemy, from the ordinary to
the extraordinary in the potters’
journey. The Halswell Pottery
Group exhibition will run until
December 9.
Lakeland Art Gallery, 80 High
St, Leeston
Markets:
West Melton Market:
Saturday, 9am-noon. St Paul’s
Church.
Lincoln Farmers and Craft
Market: Saturday, 9.30am-
12.30pm. Gerald St, Lincoln.
Darfield Market: Saturday,
9am-1pm, opposite Challenge
Darfield, South Tce.
Running groups:
Lincoln Road Runners:
Tuesday registration from
5.30pm starts at 6pm. 3km
or 6km events. Starts at
Lincoln University. Gold coin
donation.
Malvern Road Runners:
Tuesday registration begins
at 5.45pm and the first of the
6km runners leave at 6pm. 3km
or 6km. Starts from Malvern
Netball Centre.
Ellesmere Road Runners:
Wednesday registration
from 5.45pm starts at 6pm.
3km or 6km walk or run.
Starts from Leeston
physiotherapy.
15TH TO 18TH NOVEMBER 2018
Boulevard Market
Talbot and Wilson Streets
Friday 9am-4pm
Market Day
The Domain, Hislop Street
Saturday 9am-4pm
Entertainment including
Nomad, Mollys Remedy,
Jenny Harraway and more!
Open Gardens Fri-Sun
(see programme for
individual open days/times)
Art & Photo Exhibition
Friday and Saturday
10am 4pm
and Sunday 10am-3pm
Free family fun days
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Motoring
Local
News
Now
US-built Acadia released by Holden NZ
Fire rages, homes at risk
• By Ross Kiddie
HOLDEN New Zealand has
launched its much-anticipated
seven-seat sport utility vehicle –
the Acadia
It is the first time Holden has
offered a GMC-based product in
its line-up.
Acadia boasts all the American
presence you’d expect from a
large SUV but, importantly, it has
had Holden input from early on.
While Acadia is unashamedly
American in its design, its
performance and driving persona
has that signature Holden feel
thanks to local engineering input.
Using lessons learned from recent
Commodore and Colorado
programmes, Holden engineers
have focused on delivering the
direct steering and composed
ride that resonates with Kiwis.
Acadia is driven by a powerful
3.6-litre V6 engine and ninespeed
automatic transmission. It
drives through the front wheels
with all-wheel drive on demand.
Standard across the range is a
traction select system, which
allows the driver to alter chassis
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SELWYN TIMES
Animal tracing system ramps up
Work to strengthen New Zealand’s
animal tracing system to protect our
economic base and unique way of life has
been ramped up.
As Biosecurity Minister Damien
O’Connor said last week, “The National
Animal Identification and Tracing (NAIT)
scheme should have worked better during
the Mycoplasma bovis response and I’m
determined to help transform it into an
easy-to-use, world-class traceability system
to keep our primary sectors and economy
safe.
“From today, everyone who has an
interest in NAIT can have a say on proposed
ways to strengthen it for the future.
“Earlier this year the long-awaited NAIT
Review found a variety of flaws in the
system and more than half of users were
not recording farm-to-farm movements.
“We instructed OSPRI to crack on with
making operational changes and fixed the
NAIT Act 2012 under urgency to bring its
search and inspection powers in line with
other Acts to ensure compliance officers
can do their jobs.
“Now we need to hear from those who use
NAIT every day to tell us what changes to
the law will make the system both a useful
business tool and effective biosecurity tool.
“At the heart of these proposals is a
shared desire by the Government, farming
industries and all New Zealanders to
improve NAIT to keep our primary
sectors safe and ensure those blatantly
disregarding the rules and putting the
rest of the sector at risk are penalised,” the
Minister said.
The Ministry for Primary Industries
launched the regulatory consultation last
Tuesday morning at a technical briefing for
farming and industry stakeholders.
It looks at ways to tighten rules around
handling untagged animals, improve the
use of data, and align penalties with other
Acts to reflect the seriousness of noncompliance
with NAIT. It also discusses
longer-term improvements such as
including other species and specifying roles
for transporters and stock agents.
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SELWYN RURAL LIFE
Bees and pollination the
subject of new research
Lincoln University Ecology Professor
Steve Wratten, a recently announced James
Cook Research Fellowship recipient, will
address one of the major biodiversity
challenges facing the future of agriculture:
threats to bee populations and their
pollination efficacy.
“Agriculture has been called the biggest
ecological experiment on earth. This global
activity occupies 36 per cent of the earth’s
arable land and contributes up to 40 per
cent of the GDP in developing countries,
but less than one per cent in developed
ones,” Professor Wratten said.
“The idea of ‘sustainable intensification’
is being advocated by the world’s policy
makers: a system in which agricultural
yields are increased while minimising
adverse environmental impact. Agriculture
has inadvertent but major negative
consequences, including a severe impact
on biodiversity, human health and the
environment.”
Professor Wratten will employ a vital
new approach to the understanding and
enhancement of pollinator populations. It
is based on the recent discovery that the
pollen of some flower species does not have
an appropriate ratio of nutrients for bee
health, particularly with respect to sodium.
This element, along with others such as
potassium, calcium, magnesium, and iron,
are vital for the health of pollinators.
“Currently, when floral mixtures are
selected to improve bee health, no account
is taken of the pollen nutrient composition,”
he said.
Professor Wratten will analyse the
chemical composition of pollens in a range
of plant species to assess their suitability to
bees and other pollinating insects. He will
also develop science-based drinking water
for bees, supplemented with a balanced
mixture of soil-derived minerals to provide
the nutrients appropriate for bee health.
These research methods also have the
potential to increase bee resistance to
pathogens and parasites, including the
Varroa mite, thereby addressing some of
the causes of bee population decline.
This novel approach employed by
Professor Wratten can provide world-class
management protocols for bees and other
pollinating insects for deployment in bee
keeping, and beyond.
“The project will serve the burgeoning
bee economy in New Zealand, an industry
which currently has approximately one
million honey bee hives but which has
suffered somewhat from a lack of focused
research for optimal management,” he
said.
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Gardening
& Supplies
MUSHROOM Compost
$25 a Lge Scoop, Sat
9am - 1pm, 817 Springs
Rd, Lincoln Rotary Club
Fundraiser
Pets & Supplies
PUGS PUPPIES.
Pure breeds.Ph 027
5533556
Select Services
Medium
Squares
WATER FILTERS
CALL AQUA FILTER TODAY
For all of your Water Treatment needs
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vinyl laying
VINYL
LAYING *
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IN VINYL PLANK
Selection available or
customer supply
All floor preparation
undertaken
Contractors rates
Phone John 027 208 7383
jandcbennett@xtra.co.nz
McHale
Rounds
Conventional
Bales
Baleage - Hay - Individually Wrapped
THOMSON CONTRACTING
Storage
STORAGE
CONTAINERS
$35 pw. 350 Brookside
Rd, Rolleston. Brookside
Storage on Trademe. Ph
0210650934.
Call Michael or Jackie
Office 03 347 3479
Cell 027 228 9868
Garage Doors, Auto Openers,
EQC Quotes, Repairs and
Maintenance, One off Custom
Made Designs...
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Need a hand?
✤ Lawns & Edges
✤ Landscaping
✤ Gardening
✤ Hedge Trimming
✤ Handyman Jobs
✤ Casual or One Off
Phone Mike Lineton
022 341 8848
Your local
Selwyn District
GARDENER/
HANDYMAN
Showroom at
Larcombs Road and
Home Ideas Centre,
Mandeville Street
The genuine custom made
garage door professionals
EQC &
insuranCE
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Pressed Panel Doors, Ribline doors, Tilt doors, Roller Doors,
flush mounted doors.
Proud to support your local community
Phone: 0800 661 366 • Fax: 03 347 8363
Factory: 276 Larcombs Road, R.D. 8 Weedons,
Christchurch
www.custommade.co.nz
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• A creative craftsman who is
attentive to detail
• Quotes the job, does the job
• Works with all budgets
Andrew Drewitt
Ph: 021 395 324
Email: ad_designs@hotmail.com
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
Specialising in in residential
& commercial finishes for all your
& & commercial concrete requirements finishes for including: for all all your
concrete Floor requirements slabs • Driveways including:
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• Paths
info@consol2003.co.nz
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www.consol2003.co.nz
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Canterbury Canterbury owned owned owned and and and operated operated since since since 2003 2003
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1.5t - 25t Excavators & attachmEnts
0800 344 425
New Paint • Repaints
Wallpapering • Fences
Repairs • Feature Walls
Floor & Roof Painting
Spray Painting
Light Commercial
Restoring Timber
Selwyn based but service the whole of Canterbury
www.andertondecorators.co.nz
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027 724 6846 027 PAINTIN
Cnr SH1 & Weedons Ross Rd, Rolleston
Access from Manion Rd
Excavations
• Driveways
• Car Parks
• Site Cleaning
• Demolition
• Farm Tracks
• Drain Cleaning
• Stump & Hedge
Removal
• Ashpalt Concrete
Driveways
SWAINS
KIWI KERB
Over 22 Years Experience
Quality
Workmanship
• Driveways
• Kerb &
Channel
• Garden Edging
Phone: 0800 081 400
Mob: 0274 325 457
Wide range
oF TruckS
(Since 2005)
• Tennis Courts &
Swimming Pools
• Chip Seal Driveways
• Diggers – 2 Ton
up to 20 Ton
• Excavators
• Bobcat & Drilling
• For Posthole &
Fence hole
For a Free Quote
on your next project
Phone Steve on 021 338 247
or 325 7922
LANDSCAPING
Call Aaron &
the team today!
Free
QuoTe
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Paving, Irrigation,
Lawns, Planting,
Fences, Pergolas,
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Raised Vege beds,
Decks, Artificial
grass & more...
Phone: 03 347 4422
or 021 542 402
Email: Aaron@theoutdoorspace.co.nz
www.theoutdoorspace.co.nz
STOP BIRDS
hail, leaves, snow & vermin from
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Quality materials: BHP Colorbond steel mesh with
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range of colours.
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FOR SAFE, PURE DRINKING
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NOW AVAILABLE: STAINLESS STEEL
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Call Rohan anytime Mon-Sat for a
no-obligation assessment & quote
03 982 8850 0800 486532
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• Irrigation • Drainage • Driveways
• Auger Hole Drilling
• Land Clearing & Development
• Culvert Installation • Construction Site Works
• Tree & Hedge Removal • Concrete Breaker
Phone Mike: 027 272 8058 OR 03 324 4323 A/H
g.m.contracting@xtra.co.nz
www.gmcontracting.co.nz
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YARD CLEARING / CLEAN UP
SMALL DIGGER WORK
DRIVEWAYS & CONCRETE REPAIRS
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021 969 654
021 969 654
ross@rcmaintenance.co.nz
ross@rcmaintenance.co.nz
PO Box 92010
PO Box 92010
Farringdon, Rolleston
Rolleston 7650
BUILDING REPAIRS | GIBB STOPPING | YARD CLEARING / CLEAN UP
SMALL DIGGER WORK | FENCING | DRIVEWAYS & CONCRETE REPAIRS
BLock
fencing
new fencing, post driving,
repairs, maintenence.
Quality workmanship
& advice.
Phone Allan 021 049 6151
allan@agrifencenz.com
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Lawn mowing
Hedge trimming
Gardening
Weed eating
Spraying
and much more
Call Todd
0212059543
toddmc.greenacres@gmail.com
Est
1979
Arthur’s
Roof & Property
Services
Ph: 03 347 2635
DeMossing
Silicone Sealing
Pest Controls
Roof Repairs
Colourcoating
Cell: 027 584 7980
Email: apisl2008@slingshot.co.nz
www.arthursroofandproperty.co.nz
Trades & Services
UDI PAINTING &
DECORATING
For all painting and
decorating services.
Fully Qualified
• Interior &
Exterior Painting
• Wallpapering
• Plastering
• Roof Painting
All work guaranteed
FREE QUOTES
Contact Udi Aale
Ph. 021 074 2075
BUTCHER
SERVICE
Watkins Home Kill
Processing Beef, Pigs,
Sheep, Deer & Fish.
Smoking Bacon, Ham
and small goods.
Mobile slaughter service.
124 Burdons Road
Burnham
Phone Tim 347 6693
www.curtainfabric-outlet.com
Fashion Designs & Colours
Discontinued Designs
End of Lines Bargain Prices
Call at Our Shop
CURTAIN FABRIC OUTLET
71 Hawdon St Sydenham
Ph 366-5026
TAI TAPU TYRES
53 Main Rd Tai Tapu
Ph. 03 329 6767
Will better any
other quoted price
Stockists of Kumho, Goodride and
Petlas Tyres, for all cars, 4WD, bikes,
tractors and trucks.
ELECTRICIANS
Professional
Friendly Registered
Tradesmen available
for your Electrical
requirements today.
For immediate
quality service please
contact
services
Ph. 03 322 8454
www.skeltonelectrical.co.nz
• Lawns
• Hedges
• Sections
• Gardens
027 512 3166
steve@mrgreen.co.nz
mrgreenchristchurch
ROOF
PAINTING
Rope & harness
a speciality,
no scaffolding
required,
30 years of
breathtaking
experience.
FREE QUOTES
Exterior staining,
exterior painting,
moss and mould
treatment and
waterblasting
Phone Kevin
027 561 4629
Need a hand?
✤ Lawns & Edges
✤ Landscaping
✤ Gardening
✤ Hedge Trimming
✤ Handyman Jobs
✤ Casual or One Off
Phone Mike Lineton
022 341 8848
Your local
Selwyn District
GARDENER/
HANDYMAN
Heatpump
Cleaning
Is your heatpump
ready for wInter?
• Save power, Save Money
• Cleaner healthier air
• Friendly, professional
service
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Cleaning
Rob Spink
• 0800 423 637
• (A/H) 03 325 2713
spinkfam@xtra.co.nz
ACE HIGH
PLUMBING
All Plumbing
Gasfitting
Drainlaying
Blocked Drains
Log Fires,
Wetbacks
Gas Hotwater
Phone
021 454 864
PESt
coNtRol
• Spider proofing
& fly control
• all other pest
problems
Rob & Scott WaRloW
Servicing Selwyn Area Since 1987
Qualified & Experienced Professional
office: 03 337 9553
Rob: 027 436 1169
Scott: 021 168 6118
Member of Pest Management
Assoc. of NZ
BUILDER QUALIFIED
Decks, T & G Flooring,
Villa Restoring, New
Homes, Weatherboards.
Free Quotes. Bennet &
Sons Ltd Sam 027 496-
9362 or Tony 027 224-
0374
BUILDER
Qualified, licenced
and insured, bathroom
renovations, decks, re
roofing, ph Josh 020 400
96143
www.jmhbuilders.co.nz
CARPENTER
HANDYMAN
Small Job Specialists,
Carpentry, Repairs,
Decking & Maintenance,
40 years experience, no
job too small, Ph Warren
03 322-1103 or 027 697-
8541
CARPET & VINYL
LAYINg
Exp. Repairs, uplifting,
relaying, restretching.
Email jflattery@xtra.co.nz
ph 0800 003 181 or 027
2407416
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Trades & Services
CONCRETE CUTTING
Affordable Concrete
Cutting with Quality, and
removal work. Free quote.
No job to small. Phone 027
442-2219, Fax 359-6052
a/h 359- 4605
FENCING
Quality timber fencing -
gates & repairs, ph Ryan
027 951 8892
Bellamy’s
Furniture
Furniture made to
order and restoration
by tradesman with
35yrs experience.
PH Stephen
021 073 2624
Trades & Services
LANDSCAPING
Paving, Lawns, Irrigation,
Decking, Fencing.
Kanga & small digger
services. Check out Squire
Landscaping on facebook.
FREE QUOTES. Ph
Arthur 347-8796, 027
220-7014 Edwin 027 220-
7154
MASONRY
DAMAGED
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Blocks Work Ltd for all
your brick, block and tile
laying needs. Friendly
service Licensed Building
Practitioner phone Devon
on 021 375-888 or 03 329-
5511
RJB PLUMBING
Renovations, New Houses,
Hot Water Cylinders,
Kitchens Bathroom
Upgrades, Laundries,
General Maintenance ,
Water Filters. Phone Mark
0278690026
ROTARY HOEING
Veggie gardens, new
sections, lawn laying. Ph
Dave 382-5779 / 027 673
0495
SPIDER & FLY
CONTROL
Fully certified professional
service. Call Zero Pests
022 507 3787 or 03 595
0422
STUMP GRINDING
Best price guarantee Tony
0275 588 895
TILING
Flooring - Splashbacks
-Wall incl tile removal, reg
master tiler, ph Dave 027
334 4125
WINDOW CLEANING
Brown & White Ltd.
Family owned since 2001.
Ph Paul 027 229 3534
RENT ME!
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no bond required
Classifieds
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Three convenient sizes from $70 a week:
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Large 4.2m x 2.4m | Xtra-large 4.8m x 2.4m
CASUAL SECURITY OFFICERS
Wanted various locations around the
Selwyn Area specifically Dunsandal
and Lincoln. COA preferable but not
essential and training provided. Roles
suit mature minded persons.
All applicants please email through
expressions of interest along with a
CV to stephen@alliedsecurity.co.nz
Wanted To Buy
AAA Buying goods
in Rolleston,Lincoln,
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Washing machines,
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Phone 980 5812 or 027
313 8156
TOOLS Garden,
garage, woodworking,
mechanical, engineering,
sawbenches, lathes, cash
buyer, ph 355-2045
Public Notices
Selwyn
Arts Heart
AGM
November 12
6.30pm
Library Rolleston
Community
Centre
New members
welcome.
Find out about
supporting the
Arts in our area.
ROLLESTON
NETBALL CLUB
AGM
Wednesday
28th Nov, 2018
7.00pm
Rolleston Reserve
Tennis Pavillion
ALL WELCOME
Visit our website
www.justcabins.co.nz
for display cabin locations
www.justcabins.co.nz
Situations Vacant
Public Notices
WAIHORA
RUGBY
FOOTBALL CLUB
AGM
To be held at Te
Waihora Room, Tai Tapu
Community Centre on
Wednesday 21 st
November 2018
at 7.30pm
Any queries please contact
the Secretary at
secretary@waihora.co.nz
or 021 0245 1731
Public Notices
PLACES FOR OUT OF ZONE
ENROLMENT IN 2019
Enrolment at the school is governed by an Enrolment Scheme,
details of which are available from the School Office.
The Board has determined that up to six (6) places are likely
to be available for out-of-zone students for 2019. These are
offered in Years 1-3. The exact number of places will depend on
the number of enrolments received from students who live
within the schoolezone.
The deadline for receipt of applications is 4pm on Friday 16
November 2018. If a ballot is required it will be held on Tuesday
20 November, 2018.
Parents of students who live within the school zone and intend
enrolling their child at any time during 2019 should notify
the school by the above date also to assist the school to plan
appropriately. Students who live in the school zone are entitled
to enrol at the school and do not require to be balloted.
Application details are available from the school office.
office@springston.school.nz
Phone 03 329 5724
Springston School Board of Trustees
Contact us today
Public Notices
OUR SPACE 2018-2048 GREATER
CHRISTCHURCH SETTLEMENT PATTERN UPDATE
NOTICE OF DRAFT UPDATE FOR PUBLIC CONSULTATION
The Greater Christchurch Partnership (comprising Environment Canterbury,
Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council, Waimakariri District Council,
Canterbury District Health Board, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and other public agencies)
has released a draft Greater Christchurch Settlement Pattern Update, Our Space
2018-2048.
The draft document outlines land use and development proposals to ensure there
is sufficient development capacity for housing and business growth across Greater
Christchurch to 2048. It complements the existing Greater Christchurch Urban
Development Strategy (UDS). The document has been prepared in order to satisfy the
requirement to produce a future development strategy, outlined in the National Policy
Statement on Urban Development Capacity.
The draft document and supporting information can be found on the Partnership
website www.greaterchristchurch.org.nz/ourspace
The draft document is available to view during ordinary opening hours at the:
• Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street, Christchurch
• Selwyn District Council Offices , 2 Norman Kirk Drive, Rolleston
• Waimakariri District Council Offices, 215 High Street, Rangiora
• Environment Canterbury, 200 Tuam Street, Christchurch
• Libraries and other services centres in Christchurch City, Selwyn and Waimakariri
Districts
The public is invited to make submissions on the draft document as provided for by
Part 6 of the Local Government Act 2002.
Submitters should state if they wish to appear before a hearings panel to be heard in
support of their submission.
Consultation starts on 1 November 2018 and submissions can be made in writing,
electronically or in audio format. Submissions need to be received no later than Friday
30 November 2018.
You can do this:
• online at www.greaterchristchurch.org.nz/ourspace
• email ourspace@greaterchristchurch.org.nz
• mail to Our SPACE Consultation, Greater Christchurch Partnership, PO Box 73012,
Christchurch 8154
• hand deliver to Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street
Public drop-in sessions have been organised during November in Christchurch,
Rolleston, Rangiora and Kaiapoi. Further details of dates, times and venues for these
information events are available at www.greaterchristchurch.org.nz/ourspace
For further information visit www.greaterchristchurch.org.nz or contact Keith Tallentire,
Partnership Manager, phone (03) 941 8950 or email ourspace@greaterchristchurch.org.nz
Vehicles Wanted
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Show
home
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Homes by Parklane
“Standout Homes for an
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Flemington, Lincoln
6 Craig Thompson Drive
Wed to Sun 12pm - 4pm
Wigram
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Mon to Fri 9am - 5pm
Master Builders House of the
Year 2017 Gold Reserve Award
Winning Showhome
(03) 341 3000 or 029 201 2453
www.homesbyparklane.co.nz
Signature Homes
Rolleston
97 Ledbury Drive, Faringdon.
Open Wed to Sun 12noon – 4pm
Prestons Park
37 & 39 Prestons Park Drive
Marshland, Chch both Open Wed
to Sun 12noon – 4pm
Show Room/Office:
31 Watts Road, Sockburn
0800 8444 88 or 03 3427788
www.signature.co.nz
Jennian Homes Canterbury North
Rolleston
7 Lemonwood Drive, Faringdon
Wednesday to Sunday, 12pm to 4pm
Rangiora
9 Westpark Boulevard
Wednesday to Sunday, 12pm to 4pm
www.jennian.co.nz
David Reid Homes
Casebrook
New showhome coming soon:
2 Glenturret Drive
Prebbleton
80 Farthing Drive
Fri to Sun 12pm-4pm
Shane - 021 392 995 or
Krystal - 021 335 707
www.davidreidhomes.co.nz
To advertise in
The Showhome Guide
Contact Elaine: (03) 364 7436
elaine.moon@starmedia.kiwi
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CANTERBURY: Amberley | Ashburton | Barrington | Belfast | Blenheim Road | Brighton | Brougham | Burnside | Collingwood | Colombo Street
Cromwell | East Street | Eastgate | Edgeware | Elmwood | Ferrymead | Halswell | Hanmer Springs | Hillmorton | Hornby | Ilam | Kaiapoi | Leeston
Lincoln | Lyttelton | Methven | Oxford | Pages Road | Papanui | Parklands | Rangiora | Seaside | Shirley | Wigram | Woodend | Woolston
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PUBLiSHeD eVeRY WeDneSDAY
Week commencing WeDneSDAY, 7tH noVemBeR 2018
The ‘cream of the crop’ on Barton Fields
Positioned among other quality homes in the prestigious Barton
Fields, sits this grand 304m2 two storey home, with triple car
garaging & off-street parking for the boat or camper. Anyone
who enters this high spec’d property will be in awe of the high
studded ceiling, which adds to the feeling of space, & the
quality of fittings & finishing throughout. Boasting 2 living areas
downstairs, including a large open plan space which combines a
designer kitchen with WIP, 90cm oven, family living & a defined
dining area with lower stud to create intimate ambience. The
separate lounge can be closed off for quieter times in front of a
movie. The master suite is on the ground floor, with its en-suite
luxuriously finished with a tiled shower & under tile heating, plus
a generous WIR. This level also offers a separate laundry, sizable
study nook, walk-in linen room plus under stair storage. Heading
upstairs, you’ll find 3 further bedrooms, one essentially being
a second master suite or guest room with its own WIR & dual
access en-suite/family bathroom with undertile heating. The
icing on the cake is a very handy third living space at the top of
the landing, which can accommodate another TV, small couch or
2 loungers. So, whether you’re a professional couple who want
a stunning home just a short drive from the city, or if you need a
larger home for your family or to accommodate guests, then we
strongly urge you to view this one as it will be sold on or before
the deadline sale date of 6pm Wednesday 14th November. This
truly is the cream of the crop for those with impeccable taste.
DEADLINE SALE:
All offers to be presented
by 6.00pm, Wednesday
14th November 2018
(Unless sold prior)
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd
Licensed (REAA 2008) - Rolleston
Brendan ‘Big Red’
Shefford
Contact:
Mobile: 027 224 4733
Sarah Booth
Contact:
Mobile: 027 527 8258
rwrolleston.co.nz/RLL24279
38 Carnaveron Drive, Lincoln Open Homes: Sat 1pm - 1.30pm & Sun 12.15 - 12.45pm
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PARK LIKE GARDENS WITH RUSTIC CHARM!
NEW LISTING
LEESTON
611 Leeston Dunsandel Road
Set on a 1759m2 mature and fully landscaped section,
escape the hustle and bustle while still only being a few
minutes drive from the charming Leeston Township.
Come and enjoy this beautifully presented 3 bedroom
home with open plan living which flows out to the
stunning park like setting full of rustic charm offering
your own slice of paradise and serenity. Featuring the
original tennis pavilion which has been used as a
workshop of recent times, it keeps the history of the
land through to the recent day.
The warm and inviting home features great heating
options with 2 heat pumps, a large log burner and HRV
so whether it be keeping warm in winter or cooler in
summer your options will be covered.
The three bedrooms in the home are all true doubles
and the master benefits with a walk in robe & access to
the main all in one bathroom as an ensuite. If a country
setting without the acreage is what you have been
searching for, then this property is a must to view.
Call Angela now!
WEB ID ROU64535
VIEW Saturday 10 Nov 1.45 - 2.15pm
DEADLINE SALE closes Wednesday 14th November,
2018 at 5.00pm, (unless sold prior)
Angela Hunt
Mobile 021 548 777
angela.hunt@pb.co.nz
DEADLINE SALE
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STUNNINGLY DIFFERENT
NEW LISTING
ROLLESTON
23 Beaumont Drive
Packed with stunning features highlighted with stone
features and a well-designed interior offering high
ceilings this super-sized family home is set to impress.
• 4 bdrm plus study nook
• Tiled bathroom and ensuite
• Beautiful open plan kitchen/dining/living
• Entertainers delight with great indoor/outdoor flow
• Large 6.8m x 7.1m garage with drive through access
• 992m2 landscaped fully fenced section
• Double sided gas fire place in both living areas
Packed with features designed for ultra-modern living,
and not your average cookie cutter home, you will be
proud to call this your new home.
Call now to secure your chance to own this delight.
WEB ID ROU64761
VIEW Sunday 11 Nov 3.00 - 3.30pm
DEADLINE SALE closes Wednesday 14th November,
2018 at 12.00pm, (unless sold prior)
Sarah Yeates
Mobile 027 447 2719
Office 03 929 0306
sarahy@pb.co.nz
DEADLINE SALE
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7.86HA LIFESTYLE STARTS HERE!
NEW LISTING
PRICES VALLEY
2890 Christchurch Akaroa Road
Raise your family with the lifestyle you always dreamed
of: wide open paddocks, friendly chooks, pony rides,
character building farm chores and making huts. Enjoy
the warmer months outdoors in the beautiful gardens,
firing up the BBQ; stay snug in the winter with the wood
burner on wetback and large conservatory trapping the
daytime warmth. A perfectly placed spa pool on the
deck lets you marvel at the night sky all year round.
The solid construction of the 2+ bedroom cottage is
reinforced by new roofing, wiring and piling from its
relocation in the 1990's. More recent improvements
include an updated bathroom with wet room shower.
Whilst the cottage has been lovingly maintained, just
think of what could be created when you take
advantage of the lead lighting, built-in cabinets and
gorgeous wood panelling!
Is this your dream realised? Not many lifestyle properties
are set up to be so diverse in their offering and remain
an affordable option.
WEB ID ROU64684
VIEW 10 Nov 1.15 - 1.45pm & 11 Nov 11.00 -
11.30am
DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 15th November,
2018 at 12.00pm, (unless sold prior)
Sarah Yeates
Mobile 027 447 2719
Office 03 929 0306
sarahy@pb.co.nz
Michael Robb
Mobile 027 436 7106
Office 03 929 0306
michael.robb@pb.co.nz
DEADLINE SALE
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FAIRVIEW- CENTRAL CANTERBURY
NEW LISTING
HORORATA
15 Osbournes Road
An aesthetically pleasing property located in a quality
location approximately 50 minutes drive to Christchurch.
Variation of soil types and a strong baseline allow for a
wide scope of production choices, including but not
limited to Dairy support mixed cropping or finishing.
Significant infrastructure for a block of this size including
substantial cattle yards, woolshed and yards along with
numerous other sheds.
Generally reliable rainfall, solid production history and
quality shelter are defining features.
Property Brokers are privileged to showcase this versatile
opportunity and, on behalf of our Vendors, encourage
those searching for such to contact the listing agent to
arrange a viewing.
WEB ID DFR64702
VIEW By Appointment
DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 29th November,
2018 at 1.00pm, (unless sold prior)
Matt Collier
Mobile 027 205 6626
mattc@pb.co.nz
DEADLINE SALE
pb.co.nz
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OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!
OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING IS A BREEZE!
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
WEB ID ROU64653
DOYLESTON
1465 Leeston Road
Enjoying a mature setting of 4,361m2, you will love the
opportunity that this sizable 5-6 bedroom home offers.
The large home is spacious with open plan kitchen,
dining and living, plus a second very generous living
area. The grounds are established, sheltered and fenced,
offering a paddock either side of the home. There is also
a large garage/workshop with rear access and a 3/4 car
carport + extra off street parking. Multi zoned, this
property offers a variety of options or possible business
opportunities.
DEADLINE SALE
VIEW Saturday 10 Nov 2.45 - 3.15pm
DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 22nd November, 2018 at
5.00pm, (unless sold prior)
Angela Hunt
Mobile 021 548 777
angela.hunt@pb.co.nz
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WEB ID ROU64538
ROLLESTON
55a Park Lane
Roll on the summer evenings here and enjoy outdoor
entertaining whatever the weather! Sitting on a family
sized 793m2 section, this beautifully presented 4
bedroom, 2 bathroom property offers great privacy. The
open plan kitchen/dining/living is very spacious and ideal
for entertaining, great indoor outdoor flow to outside
area with Archgola and roll-down sides, overlooking the
sun-drenched North-facing gardens. To accommodate
the growing family there is also a handy separate living
room with dual access.
Call Angela today!
Angela Hunt
Mobile 021 548 777
angela.hunt@pb.co.nz
BUYERS $569,000+
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Introducing
Angela Hunt
Property Brokers are excited to welcome
Angela Hunt to our True Team.
Angela brings many years of
outstanding 10/10 service to the sale
of her clients homes. If you want to
experience this exceptional service
and results call Angela Now!
Angela Hunt
Residential/Lifestyle Sales Consultant
M 021 548 777
E angela.hunt@pb.co.nz
pb.co.nz
Hastings McLeod Ltd Licensed REAA 2008
pb.co.nz
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THERE'S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!
CHARACTER-FILLED HOME
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
WEB ID ROU64553
ROLLESTON
140 Lowes Road
You'll find plenty of excuses to stay home when you
move in here! With the spacious kitchen featuring
excellent bench space, gas hobs and a lovely islandbreakfast
bar, cooking will never be a chore - just pop
outside to your raised vege garden for freshly picked
produce, right by the kitchen door! During the summer
you will want to keep both ranch sliders open to enjoy
the fresh summer breeze as you spend time relaxing on
your wrap-around patio or pottering around your
beautiful gardens.
VIEW Sunday 11 Nov 12.00 - 12.30pm
Sarah Yeates
Mobile 027 447 2719
Office 03 929 0306
sarahy@pb.co.nz
BUYERS $569,000+
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WEB ID LEU64683
SOUTHBRIDGE
15 High Street
This gorgeous older-style residence is filled with
character and lifestyle advantages. And is set on
4047m2 of peaceful and tranquil park-like grounds. This
is a property to treasure!
The home offers 4 double bedrooms with built-in robes.
The kitchen/ dining area is the hub of the home and
shows off the beautiful timber cabinetry, joinery and
wall-panelling and there are french-windows leading out
to a private and sheltered veranda and outdoor
entertainment area.
View By Appointment
Penny Dadson-Clausen
Mobile 027 895 5943
Office 03 929 0306
pennyd@pb.co.nz
BUYERS $480,000+
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Celebrating our Success!
at the Harcourts Canterbury Quarterly Awards
Hornby
On behalf of Four Seasons we would like to congratulate our teams for achieving top
results for Client Experience in the Canterbury Region (July - September 2018).
• Hornby Top office for Client Experience
• Rolleston 3rd office for Client Experience
Thanks to all our wonderful clients for your on going support and
entrusting us with your most valuable asset!
July - September 2018
Hornby Top office for
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July - September 2018
Rolleston 3rd office for
Client Experience
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Your Real Estate Experience
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Awarded 1st for Highest Client Experience in Canterbury
April - September 2018 Quarter 1 & 2 (Rated by Clients).
Thank you to all my clients.
To experience the best Canterbury has to offer
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M 027 330 1002 P 03 347 1411
Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008
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ROLLESTON - 3 Slate Street
SLEEK AND STYLISH ON SLATE STREET
• Delightful and newly built home
• Solid low maintenance brick
• Large central living area
• Three double bedrooms
• Master with WIR and generous size ensuite
• Great indoor/outdoor flow to a private and secure
entertaining area
• Double glazing and Heatpump ensures good warmth
• 572m 2 secure and private section
• An absolutely meticulous property that represents
outstanding value
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 12.45 – 1.15pm
Price: Neg Over $509,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0447
Jackie Derrick Mb 027 636 3576
jackie@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON - 8 Full Moon Lane
EPITOME OF LIVING WITH 4 CAR GARAGE
• Executive home built in 2018
• Two generous size living areas
• Stovax standalone fire place
• Large sliders to decked area
• Designer kitchen; granite benchtops & walk in pantry
• Designated dining and living
• Four double bedrooms
• Spacious master with large WIR and ensuite
• Standalone bath in the main bathroom
• Separate laundry and plenty of internal storage
• Private 820sqm, designated trailer or vehicle parking
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 2.15 - 2.45pm
Price: Neg Over $749,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0440
Jackie Derrick Mb 027 636 3576
jackie@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON - 11 Reuben Avenue
OAMARU STONE CLASSIC ON 1435M 2
• Located in Branthwaite Subdivision
• 240m 2 (approx) Oamaru Stone home
• 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom and ensuite
• 2 x living areas with log burner & heat pump
• 2 car internal garaging
• North facing with veranda on two sides
• Freshly painted and new carpet throughout
• Newly laid ready lawn
ROLLESTON - 750 Weedons Road
TRANQUIL SETTING ON 3.8HA
• 3 bedroom home with stunning garden views
• 224m 2 double glazed home
• 2 large living areas, one opening onto front lawn
• Established garden setting & BBQ area
• Kitchen/living area with extra large windows
• 3+ car garaging & garden shed, 3-bay barn
• Well subdivided & sheltered 3.8 hectare property
located on Templeton Silt Loam soil
• Peace & tranquillity as soon as you drive up tree
lined drive
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 3.00 – 3.30pm
Price: Neg Over $550,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0445
Andrew Taylor 027 435 5930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
Price: Neg Over $790,000
www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0448
Andrew Taylor 027 435 5930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON - East Maddisons Road
LARGE SECTIONS FOR SALE
• 11 x large 1000m 2 —1120m 2 lots
• Priced from $240,000
• 1 x 594m 2 price $185,000
• North facing aspects
• Fully serviced to boundary
• Internal boundaries fenced
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0374
• Sensible covenants to protect your investment
KIRWEE - 12 Anson Street
HIDDEN GEM OF KIRWEE
• Quality built 200sqm home
• 2024m 2 of total privacy (two titles)
• 4 Bedroom and 2 bathrooms
• Open plan kitchen and dining
• 3 large living areas
• Log fire and heat pump
• Recent redecoration throughout
• Beautifully landscaped
• Heaps of garaging
• Separate area for a work from home option
Andrew Taylor 027 435 5930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 1.45 – 2.15pm
Price: Neg Over $549,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0425
Paul Robinson Mb 021 277 2690
paul@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON - 26 Moore Street
FIRST HOME BUYERS DELIGHT
• Delightful 4 bedroom home in the heart of Rolleston
• Beautifully renovated - just move in and enjoy this
home
• 2 living areas
• Log burner with wetback and a heatpump.
• Large secluded deck and private back yard area
• Ideally located - handy to the malls and school
• Priced in a range now almost impossible to find in
Rolleston.
• Don’t be the one to miss out on this rare opportunity.
WEST MELTON - 209 Lawford Road
IRRIGATED 4 HECTARE WONDERLAND
• 4 bedroom plus office 300m 2 home
• Multiple living areas
• Sheltered outdoor living areas
• Very productive backyard including 80m2 tunnel
house
• Irrigation consented to 2032 at 9L/sec
• Established grounds
• Excellent outbuildings
• Sought after location
• Realistically priced
KIRWEE - 4 THOMAS STREET
EXECUTIVE STYLE IN KIRWEE
• Stunning 320m 2 executive style home
• 4 double bedrooms plus separate office
• Recently refurbished elegant kitchen and ensuite
• Open plan kitchen/dining with separate lounge
• Highly appointed low maintenance and fully
fenced
• Separate workshop
• Hugely popular central Kirwee location
DARFIELD - 1141A Greendale Road
YOUR PIECE OF PARADISE
• Large lifestyle family home on 6200sqm
• Beatifically decorated 233sqm home
• Log Fire with 2 heat pumps and additional heat
transfer system
• Converted double garage to super large games room
or work from home area
• Newly built 90sqm high studded implement shed on a
concrete base
• Awesome country living at its best
• Large bedrooms
• Chef’s style kitchen with large gas hob
Viewing: Sun 2.00 – 2.30pm
Price: Neg Over $435,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0401
Andrew Taylor 027 435 5930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 1.00 - 1.30pm
Price: Neg Over $925,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0429
Andrew Taylor 027 435 5930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 2.30 - 3.00pm
Price: Neg Over $649,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0451
Paul Robinson Mb 021 277 2690
paul@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 12.30 – 1.00pm
Price: Neg Over $695,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0403
Paul Robinson Mb 021 277 2690
paul@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON PH: 03 347 9949 LEESTON PH: 03 324 3704 DARFIELD PH: 03 318 8204 www.marealestate.co.nz
Chris Flanagan
027 433 4657
Andrew Taylor
027 435 5930
Jackie Derrick
027 636 3576
Jo Barrett
021 859 006
Brendan Roxburgh
027 571 3983
Stephan Knowler
027 229 9522
Cameron McRae
027 769 6696
Paul Robinson
021 277 2690
Emily Newcombe
021 645 695
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REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS
24 Beaumont Drive, Rolleston
26 Doncaster Avenue, Lincoln
PRICE By NEGOTIaTION
Walk In, Unpack & Enjoy!
Thoughtfully designed with comfort and modern
family living in mind, this spacious four-bedroom
home exudes contemporary style. With quality
finishes and attention to detail present throughout,
this home boasts a sleek kitchen & an open plan
layout with a concealed study nook and a separate
formal lounge.
Four bedrooms are serviced by two bathrooms, one
of which is an ensuite off the master. Located in the
Flemington subdivision, buyers seeking a quality
home in a family orientated setting will gravitate
towards this home.
Don’t delay, contact Mike now for more information.
41 Farnborough Way, Rolleston It’s Got to Go!
UNDER OFFER! WE NEED MORE!
This lovely home received 4 offers within 3 days! Needless to say we have one very happy purchaser and several
disappointed buyers who missed out. Are you thinking of selling? Do you have a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom family
home on 1000sqm or thereabouts?
If so, contact Mike or Elyse now – we have families who want to purchase NOW!
OFFERS OvER $393,000
Motivation is at an all-time high to get this SOLD!
Constructed just three years ago by the trusted team
at Golden Homes, this two-bedroom property offers
cosy and sun-filled living in the popular setting of
Faringdon.
Ideally suited to purchasers who are planning their
next stage of life and are looking to downsize, it could
be equally attractive to those wanting to get on the
investment ladder, or to those who are just starting
out. With open plan living and superbly positioned for
the sun this property is appealing in so many ways!
Do not delay, call us now to make this beauty yours!
68 Rolleston Drive, Rolleston
0800 645 346
www.oneagencyres.co.nz
Mike Goatley
027 249 5561
Stephen Ferguson
021 224 2000
Trevor McIvor
027 444 2814
Fraser Mackintosh
027 286 8161
Elyse Campbell
021 187 6217
Nicola Curtis
Administrator
Julz Sibbe
Administrator
Real Estate Specialists Ltd Licenced REAA (2008)
STAGES 1, 2A & 2B
NOW SELLING
www.boffamiskell.co.nz
PREmIum SECTIONS
www.bayleys.co.nz/556437
TOSSWILL ROAD
Images 26 artist impressions only
• stages 1, 2a and 2B selling now
• titles due mid 2019
• priced from $235,000
• sections ranging from 400m 2 to over 900m 2
• an easy commute to christchurch city via the
southern Motorway
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COACHMANS ROAD
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700m 2
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460m 66 1:2,000 @ A3
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Project Manager:
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TOSSWILL ROAD
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PREBBLES DRAIN
CONDUCTORS ROAD
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STATIONMASTERS WAY
FUTURE
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ChRIS JONES
M 027 220 5043
B 03 375 4700
chris.jones@bayleys.co.nz
www.boffamiskell.co.nz
NAThAN COLLETT
M 027 826 1535
B 03 375 4700
nathan.collett@bayleys.co.nz
www.chrisjonesbayleys.nz
www.facebook.com/chrisjonesbayleys
Whalan and partners ltd, Bayleys, licensed under the rea act 2008
NEW LISTING
Cottage
Broadfield 482 Hamptons Road
Hampton Lodge
Seldom does the opportunity arise to purchase a 2 hectare lifestyle property with two dwellings. Tucked away from
the road within a mature garden setting, this appealing property can accommodate the largest of families
comprising not only a spacious five-bedroom home but also a contemporary three-bedroom cottage with home
theatre. Outdoor living features a sunny deck, greenhouse, vegetable garden, pond with a jetty and BBQ area with
outdoor fireplace. Outbuildings include a studio with an enclosed workshop. Conveniently located midway
between Hornby and Rolleston with improving city access with the completion of the Southern Motorway late next
year. Perfect for those wishing to downsize from a farm, or large family requiring access to the city. Interested
parties are encouraged to act quickly if they wish to secure this once in a lifetime opportunity.
bayleys.co.nz/558591
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Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
1pm, Wed 28 Nov 2018
View Sun 1-1.30pm
Chris Jones 027 220 5043
chris.jones@bayleys.co.nz
Sam Sidey 027 346 3500
sam.sidey@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008
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FOR SALE BY DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY closing Thu 29 November 2018 at 4pm (unless sold prior)
414 HUDSONS ROAD, GREENPARK, CANTERBURY
RURAL/LIFESTYLE
4.33 Hectares
(subject to title)
colliers.co.nz/210698
Bareland
section
Easy commute to
Christchurch
Services at
boundary
Entry level
lifestyle
Ruth Hodges
027 309 0334
Agri Realty Ltd,
Licensed under the REAA
ENTRY LEVEL LIFESTYLE HANDY TO LINCOLN
FOR SALE BY DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY closing Thu 29 November 2018 at 4pm (unless sold prior)
428 HUDSONS ROAD, GREENPARK, CANTERBURY
RURAL/LIFESTYLE
9.3 Hectares
(subject to title)
colliers.co.nz/210700
Approximately
90m² cottage
Easy commute to
Christchurch
Entry level
lifestyle
Three bay shed
with lean-to
Ruth Hodges
027 309 0334
Agri Realty Ltd,
Licensed under the REAA
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HANDILY LOCATED, WELL SET UP GRAZING BLOCK
FOR SALE BY DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY closing Thu 29 November 2018 at 4pm (unless sold prior)
1001 STATE HIGHWAY 75, TAI TAPU
BARE LAND
55.8126
Hectares
3 bay shed and
cattle yards
colliers.co.nz/210719
Handy to
Tai Tapu
Ideal first
farm
Additional 15
hectares
Ecan land
Ideal for a first farm or suitable as an adjunct to an
existing operation. Additional Ecan land gives total
area of 70 hectares (approximately). Excellent farm
facilities with cattleyards, sheds, central lane and
older sheep yards.
Ruth Hodges
027 309 0334
Agri Realty Ltd,
Licensed under the REAA
EXCITING HORTICULTURE - HOME AND INCOME!
FOR SALE BY DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY closing Fri 7 December 2018 at 4pm
3437 OLD WEST COAST ROAD, DARFIELD
HORTICULTURE
19.8295
Hectares
Horticultural and/or
contractor uses
colliers.co.nz/210913
Coolstore, multiple
sheds and workshop
Total shed space
of 1,373m²
Three bedroom
family home
plus sleepout
This is a unique opportunity to purchase a rural
property that is suitable for a wide and varied
range of horticultural and/or contractor uses with
its large range of sheds, irrigated paddocks and
Templeton soils.
Ruth Hodges
027 309 0334
Agri Realty Ltd,
Licensed under the REAA
colliers.co.nz
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What to watch for when
the mode of sale changes
Buying a property is rarely straightforward,
which is no surprise given that it’s the
biggest financial commitment most people
ever make. When you combine big sums of
money and a considerable level of emotional
investment, even the simplest transaction
can be stressful. We hear a lot about the need
for buyers to do their homework, but there
are plenty of reasons for sellers to be careful
too.
If you’re selling a property with a real estate
agent, you must sign an agency agreement
that sets out all the terms and conditions
of your contract with them, including how
much commission they will earn from the
sale and how the property will be marketed.
That’s why it’s so important to get legal advice
before you sign an agency agreement. If it’s a
standard agreement, you usually retain the
right to sell the property privately but it’s a
good idea to check this. If you have signed
an agreement with an agency but decide for
whatever reason to opt for a DIY private
sale, you should double and triple-check
whether the agency agreement requires you
to pay commission to the real estate agent or
agency.
Most agencies use the Real Estate Authority
(REA) standard clauses in agency
agreements, which set out certain terms
and conditions for the contract and the
payment of commission. According to the
standard clauses, commission is payable if
the property is sold within the active term
of the agreement (normally 90 days) or if it
is sold privately within six months after the
end of the term to a buyer that the agent had
earlier introduced to the property. In other
words, if the buyer visits an open home run
by the real estate agent, and then enters into a
private sale with the seller within six months
after the end of the agreement, the seller is
still obliged to pay commission to the agent.
This can vary depending on whether it is
a sole or general agreement – talk to your
lawyer before you sign up.
Both sole agency agreements and general
agency agreements provide for commission
payments after the agreed period ends. If a
seller enters into a sale within six months of
the agency agreement ending with a buyer
who was introduced by the real estate agent
(or the agent facilitated the sale), then the
seller must pay the agent commission just as
they would have done when the agreement
was still current. So, if the agent brings a
potential buyer to a property in March, the
agency agreement expires in April, and the
seller and purchaser enter into a private
sale agreement in May, the seller will have
to pay the agent commission. The sale must
become unconditional (which is when all
the conditions of the sale and purchase
agreement have been met), but it doesn’t
matter whether it goes unconditional during
or after the agency period, or during or after
the six months following expiry, so long as
the sale and purchase agreement is entered
into within those timeframes. So, before you
sign an agency agreement, ask the agency
if it uses standard REA clauses. If it doesn’t
you may be exposed to more complicated
commission risks and you should seek legal
advice.
Generally, any issues arising from the agency
agreement/arrangements between the seller
and the real estate agent won’t have a direct
effect on the separate sale and purchase
agreement between the seller and the buyer.
However, the wrangling involved may create
headaches or delays that you as a buyer
wouldn’t want to be troubled with.
If you do decide that you’re really keen on a
property in this situation, seek legal advice
before getting involved (and especially
before signing anything). Remember too
that the REA can help you with questions
and complaints about sales involving
licensed real estate agents, but it’s unable to
step in if you have a problem with a private
and unlicensed seller.
For independent advice on buying or
selling property, check out settled.govt.nz.
NEW LISTING
Southbridge 61 Gordon Street
Duvauchelle Totara Drive
As one chapter closes,
another begins
• Set amongst a stunning, private and sheltered
country garden
• Appealing Grade II Heritage listed family home
• Rural - 3.1641 hectare of Waimakariri deep and
moderately deep silt loam soil
• An abundance of outbuildings including a threebay
shed (one lockable bay)
• Walking distance to Southbridge Primary School
and township
5 3 1 1
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
1pm, Wed 28 Nov 2018
View by appointment
Nicky Butler 027 751 1801
nicky.butler@bayleys.co.nz
Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519
suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008
Totara Drive Estate - harbour
sections available
Totara Drive Estate is a peaceful, scenic harbour-side
development with 12 affordable titled sections
remaining priced from $140,000 to $210,000.
Situated just over an hour's drive from Christchurch
and close to the thriving seaside town of Akaroa
makes it just far enough away to be the perfect home
away from home location. The sections all have their
own unique feel and enjoying magical sea and harbour
views. Service connections available to all sections.
Price by Negotiation
Richard Innes 027 522 9598
richard.innes@bayleys.co.nz
Jeremy Gould 027 436 1581
jeremy.gould@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008
bayleys.co.nz/558704
bayleys.co.nz/552098
A large, quality home sited in a private and established
5021m 2 park-like se ting in the sought after Claremont
Estate on the boundary of Christchurch City.
The home features four bedr oms (master with
en suite and walk-in robe), open-plan kitchen, dining
and living along with formal dining, lounge and
conservatory. Great ind or outd or flow to a large
sheltered deck set in sprawling lawns and easy care
gardens with automated watering. Triple car garaging,
security gates, ducted heating, solar energy and
security system are just a few of the many extras on
offer with this property. There is a separate standalone
spacious office/studio that gives options for
those who require a dedicated work from home space
or alternatively, r om for a dependant relative.
Set amongst other quality homes on larger sections,
this property maintains a semi-rural f el whilst being
a short, easy commute into the city or ou to Ro leston.
Selwyn Times
Auction (unless sold prior)
Thursday 19 October, 2pm
411 Blenheim Road
www.pggwre.co.nz/DAR26164
Karen Hennessy
Contact:
Phone: 03 341 4301
Mobile: 027 967 0186
karen.he ne sy@p gwrightson.co.nz
W ek commencing Tuesday, 3Rd ocToBeR 2017
Brand new ‘show stopper’ with 4 car garaging
As always, this builder has finished his latest new build to
perfection, incorporating a l the ‘must haves’ and more for
the discerning buyer. Situated on a 12 0m 2 section, with
an established backdrop, the substantial 315m 2 fl or plan
provides the ultimate in family living options. The su ny &
spacious open plan living r om boasts a designer kitchen
with 90cms oven, stone bench tops & a walk in pantry,
together with define dining, living & study spaces that
The formal lounge als opens to the landscaped garden
& has a boxed high stud ceiling with sound speakers. A l 4
bedr oms are fabulously proportioned qu en sized r oms,
with the master suite providing the perfect parents’ retreat
featuring an amazing dre sing r om with fu l wardrobe
system, a ditional storage & a beautiful tiled ensuite with
double tiled shower, fr estanding bath & twin vanities. The
family bathr om is equa ly elegant with a tiled shower &
twin vanities. Cosy up in front of the log burner, k ep your
toes warm with the under tile heating in the bathr oms &
k ep c ol or warm, as required, a the push of a bu ton with
2 heat pumps.
The home’s practical layout also includes a walk-in linen
r om, a substantial separate laundry, a tic storage with
la der a ce s and last, but certainly not least, hugely sought
after 4 car garaging. From the moment you a proach this
premium property, you wi l a preciate what a privilege it
would be to be able to ca l it ‘home’.
www.flemington.co.nz
DeaDline Sale:
Closing 4pm on Monday
11th June 2018
(unless sold prior)
rwro leston.co.nz/RLL23148
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd
Licensed (REAA 2 08) - West Melton
Sarah Booth
Contact:
Mobile: 027 527 8258
Brendan ‘Big Red’ Shefford
Contact:
Mobile: 027 224 4733
Lincoln - 03 325 7299
Ro leston - 03 347 9988
West Melton - 03 347 9933
THe BeST PRoPeRTieS AcRo S
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Your guide to all things Real Estate
in the Selwyn District
Check building covenants
before you purchase
Developers have a vision for their
subdivisions, which include the size, style
and landscaping of individual homes.
Such requirements will be written up in
a separate building covenant document.
As these address what might be built and
how a property can be used, it is important
to check these out before signing up for a
piece of land.
Covenants are conditions relating to
land ownership and use. Given they are
legally binding documents, you should
familiarise yourself with what is required
in terms of the home you will build and
also future living. Your solicitor should
also check this document.
Building covenants usually require
building work to be carried out in a safe
and tidy manner, and in line with Council
building consent standards. They will
also stipulate that care is to be taken
during building to ensure that public
spaces, infrastructure and facilities near
the site are not damaged. The impact of
construction on others living in the estate
will also likely be addressed.
In relation to the home to be built,
building covenants may address:
• the design and size of the home,
positioning on the section and whether
more than one storey is permitted;
• building height as well as roof pitch;
• whether any outbuildings are permissible
along with their siting;
• landscaping where viewed from the
street;
• location and style of driveways and paths
within street view; and
• fencing – boundary and within the
property (including distance from the
front of the section).
Your house design (including colours,
roof style and cladding types) along with
a landscaping plan, should be submitted
to your developer for approval before
building commences. It is a good idea to
do this before submitting plans to Council,
just in case changes may need to be made.
Covenants extend beyond the building
period, having validity after the ownership
of and responsibility for the subdivision
passes to the local Council. It is therefore
worth considering whether your lifestyle
will be impacted on, by the rules of the
area you are looking to live in.
While most covenants are reasonable
and logical, some are more specific.
Architecturally designed homes and only
some exterior cladding types may be
required. Often caravans, motorhomes
or trucks are not to be parked in view of
the street. There have also been cases in
certain developments where no vehicles
are to be parked on the street.
To ensure covenants are adhered to
during the building and landscaping
process, developers request a bond.
This may be around the $2,000 mark,
something to be budgeted for. Once
developer’s approval and sign-off is
achieved, the money will be refunded,
unless there is damage to the footpath,
vehicle crossing, curbing or some other
aspect of public land, which has not been
remediated. In such a case, the bond
may be forfeited to reimburse the cost of
putting this right.
Checking out building covenants before
purchasing land will avoid any surprises
further down the track.
Fencing
styles will be
addressed within
the covenants.
Covenants
determine house
design, size and
height.
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Protecting your family’s privacy and
security when holding an open home
When selling a property, many people
are uncomfortable with the idea of
strangers looking through their house
when they’re not present. However,
holding an open home is often the best
way to show off the place to potential
buyers.
Welcoming house hunters (and let’s
be honest, a few nosy neighbours) to a
property does come with privacy and
security risks that vendors should be
aware of – and plan for.
“It’s natural for sellers to have concerns
about privacy and security – after all,
you’re inviting complete strangers into
your family’s home,” says Real Estate
Authority (REA) Chief Executive Kevin
Lampen-Smith.
Lampen-Smith suggests sellers prepare
by taking note of any items of sentimental
or monetary value that should be removed
from the property.
“Think about items that could easily be
slipped into a pocket or handbag, such as
jewellery, silverware, small electronics or
even the prescription medication stored
in your bathroom cabinet. Tucking them
away in your sock drawer or under your
bed won’t do the trick,” Lampen-Smith
says.
Something that’s often overlooked by
sellers opening their house to potential
buyers is the risk of identity theft. It might
sound far-fetched, but sellers who leave
important documents like passports,
bank statements or credit card receipts
lying around are leaving themselves
vulnerable. Lampen-Smith recommends
these sorts of documents be tidied away
and stored somewhere secure.
Next, do a digital sweep of the property.
The family PC or office desktop should
be switched off and password protected.
USB sticks or hard drives that are loaded
with personal information should also be
stored securely.
“While this might sound like plain
old common sense to many, I’ve heard
of a seller leaving a post-it note with the
house alarm code right next to the alarm,
for anyone to come back and deactivate
later,” Lampen-Smith recalls.
Sellers should talk to their real estate
agent or salesperson about how the actual
open home will be conducted.
“Ask if there will be a sign-in register,
where visitors provide their name and
contact information when they arrive at
the showing. This is a helpful tool for the
agent when it comes to following up with
potential buyers, and, in the case that
something is damaged or stolen during
the open home, the information can be
passed onto police,” Lampen-Smith says.
The agent is required to be present at
the viewing and shouldn’t leave potential
buyers alone at the property. Ideally,
the agent should accompany visitors as
they tour the house, but this isn’t always
possible if the showing gets busy. Sellers
could ask that a second person from the
real estate agency be on-site during the
open home, to greet visitors at the door,
ask them to sign in and wait until the
agent is free to show them through.
Sellers who still feel uneasy about
having an open home could ask the agent
to show the property ‘by appointment
only’ to potential buyers.
“There’s no law saying you must have
an open home. Remember, it’s your
house and ultimately you don’t have to do
anything you’re uncomfortable with,” says
Lampen-Smith.
For more information about buying
or selling a property, visit settled.govt.
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Ray White Lincoln
51B Moore Street, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
15 Royston Common, West Melton
Ray White West Melton
19 Jowers Road, West Melton
Ray White West Melton
10 Butler Court, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
9 Fairhurst Place, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
191 Brookside Road, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
2 Gainsborough Court, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
9 Trevor Street, Hornby
Harcourts Rolleston
73 Dynes Road, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
9 Barley Mow, Leeston
Matson & Allan Leeston
500 East Maddisons Road, Rolleston
Harcourts Rolleston
33/28 James Street, Lincoln
Ray White Lincoln
2.45pm – 3.30pm
3.00pm – 3.30pm
3.00pm – 3.30pm
3.00pm – 3.30pm
3.00pm - 3.30pm
3.00pm – 3.30pm
3.00pm – 3.30pm
3.00pm - 3.30pm
3.00pm – 3.30pm
3.15pm – 3.45pm
3.15pm – 3.45pm
3.15pm – 3.45pm
3.15pm – 3.45pm
3.15pm – 3.45pm
465 Leeston Road, Springston
Farmlands Real Estate
13 Conductors Road, Prebbleton
Ray White Lincoln
105 Old Bridge Road North, Springston
Ray White Lincoln
64 Rossington Drive, West Melton
Ray White West Melton
79 Newman Road, Rolleston
Mike Pero Real Estate West Melton
11 Reuben Avenue, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
4 Frame Crescent, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
23 Dunlop Crescent, Rolleston
Harcourts Rolleston
13 Pakitki Street, Lincoln
Ray White Lincoln
67 Alston Road, West Melton
Ray White Rolleston
7 King Street, Doyleston
Ray White Lincoln
40 St James Street, Southbridge
Property Brokers
12 Bowen Street, Southbridge
Matson & Allan Leeston
40 Ledbury Drive, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
12.00pm – 12.30pm
12.00pm – 12.30pm
12.00pm – 12.30pm
12.00pm –12.30pm
12.00pm – 12.30pm
87 Strauss Drive, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Leeston
13 Ardrossan Way, Tai Tapu
Ray White Rolleston
19 Kingsdowne Drive, West Melton
Ray White West Melton
6 Edward Street,Lincoln
Ray White Lincoln
21 Lowes Road, Rolleston
Ray White West Melton
1.30pm – 2.00pm
1.30pm – 2.00pm
1.30pm – 2.00pm
1.30pm – 2.00pm
1.45pm - 2.15pm
43 Masefield Drive, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
8 Henley Close, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
25 Goldrush Lane, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
786 Weedons Ross Road, West Melton
Ray White West Melton
47 Oak Tree Lane, Rolleston
Harcourts Rolleston
3.30pm – 4.00pm
3.30pm – 4.00pm
3.30pm – 4.00pm
3.30pm – 4.00pm
4.00pm – 4.30pm
44 Shelley Street, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
5 McKellar Place, Hornby
Harcourts Rolleston
436 Southbridge Leeston Rd, Southbridge
Ray White Rolleston
1/842 West Coast Road, West Melton
Ray White Rolleston
2554 Bealey Road, Hororata
Harcourts Rolleston
For full details of all
Open Homes, please
contact the Real Estate
companies
RAY WHITE
ROLLESTON 03 347 9988
www.rwrolleston.co.nz
WEST MELTON 03 347 9933
www.rwwestmelton.co.nz
LINCOLN 03 325 7299
www.rwlincoln.co.nz
FARMLANDS www.farmlands.co.nz
FARMLANDS LINCOLN 03 325 2889
FARMLANDS LEESTON 03 324 3189
FARMLANDS DARFIELD 03 317 9070
HARCOURTS
www.fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz
HARCOURTS HORNBY 03 349 9919
HARCOURTS ROLLESTON 03 347 4711
MATSON & ALLAN
www.marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON 03 347 9949
DARFIELD 03 318 8204
LEESTON 03 324 3704
MIKE PERO ROLLESTON
03 347 1111, www.mikepero.com
PGG WRIGHTSON
CANTERBURY
03 318 7850, www.pggwre.co.nz
PROPERTY BROKERS
ROLLESTON
www.propertybrokers.co.nz
ROLLESTON 03 929 0306
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