Nor'West News: February 05, 2019

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6 Tuesday February 5 2019 Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi News NOR’WEST NEWS Local News Now Fire rages, homes at risk Students nuts and bolts about robots • By Georgia O’Connor-Harding BURNSIDE HIGH School students with a flair for electronics will take their own robot to a national competition. Aditi Sharma, Alisha Sangwan and Aarya Advilkar have spent hours joining wheels, axles, motors and gears to create their own robotic machine. But the hard work has paid off, with the students travelling to the Vex Robotics National Competition in Auckland later this month. The competition requires students to build and programme a robot, which will then undertake a series of challenges. The students have designed their robot to launch balls through a catapult design, go up onto platforms and flip flags. It is controlled by a remote controller. Aditi, 15, said it is an opportunity for them as they can meet other people who share the same interests. They have been working on building the robot since January last year and have spent time in their school holidays working on the project. BUILDERS: Burnside High School students Alisha Sangwan, Aditi Sharma and Aarya Advilkar will be taking their robot to the Vex Robotics National Competition Alisha, 13, said the students are hoping to earn a good placing in the competition. “Top 50 would be good, but the least would be getting experience and new ideas of what other OPTION ONE people think,” she said. All three students share an interest in electronics and how robotics could impact society in the future. Alisha said while she doesn’t think “robots are going to take over the world” learning about them is helpful if you want to go into different types of technology. She said the programming for the robot has similarities to science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Aarya, 14, said she “likes robotics so much” and thinks it will help her in the future as she is considering becoming an architect. “I like to plan ideas for the robots and how it can compete in the game and how it can fulfil the task within the game,” she said. Aditi said she is taking three technology subjects this year and is interested in pursuing a career in engineering. “I think robots would be a good part of society, they can help in so many ways. They can do things humans can’t,” she said. About 80 teams from around New Zealand are taking part in the event which aims to increase the awareness of robotics in school communities. What are your plans this year? Here’s some great FREE EDUCATION at COMMUNITY COLLEGE NORTH CANTERBURY FREE Education FOR 16-19 YEARS. EMERGE New Zealand Certificates in Foundation Skills Level 1 & 2 NCEA Level 1 NCEA LEVEL 1 & 2 HOSPITALITY New Zealand Certificate in Hospitality Entry Skills (Café) Level 2 NCEA Level 1 & 2 EQUINE New Zealand Certificate in Equine Skills Level 2 & 3 NCEA Level 1 & 2 ph: 03 313 5874 txt: 029 770 5423 e: faye.gread@comcol.ac.nz www.comcol.ac.nz SPORT & RECREATION New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills in Sport, Recreation & Coaching Level 2 NCEA Level 1 & 2 Achieve with us! 18B MAIN NORTH RD, PAPANUI | PH 354 6000 | WWW.SHOSHA.NZ Restoring your confidence through your smile Full service Denture Clinic and Laboratory Caldent Denture Cleaner Free Consultation No Obligation Ph: 385 5517 + 396 Innes Road, St Albans admin@denturesplus.co.nz + denturesplus.co.nz
NOR’WEST NEWS Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Tuesday February 5 2019 7 You’re invited... Selling your home seminar Presented by Joy Butel from Harcourts Grenadier Real Estate* Monday 11 February, 1pm Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village Learn about the current property market, smart ways to present your home for sale, how to market and list your property, and how a home auction works. It’s a great opportunity to obtain information, get advice, and if you’re interested in retirement living learn more about our village lifestyle. The presentation will be followed by complimentary refreshments. For more information phone Marie on 354 6608 95 Grants Road, Papanui Investor Presentation Tuesday 12 February, 2pm Diana Isaac Retirement Village We warmly invite you to hear from Michelle Perkins, Investor Relations Manager at Ryman Healthcare. Michelle will provide an update on Ryman Healthcare, what drives the company, and how we intend to grow while keeping care at the heart of what we do. The presentation will be followed by afternoon tea. To book your place please phone Adrienne or Lynne on 385 3518 1 Lady Isaac Way, Mairehau 1085 *Licensed Agent REAA 2008
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