Selwyn Times: February 13, 2019

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2019

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Drink driving

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HARD WORK: Rolleston firefighters Sam Jonhstone, Matt Hadler, Phil Glen, Mark Bamber, Alana Adams and Rex Macpherson

have been battling the wildfires in Tasman.

• By Anan Zaki

FIREFIGHTERS from across

Selwyn have been called up to

battle the wildfires near Nelson.

Fifteen volunteer firefighters

from Darfield, Lincoln and

Rolleston travelled north, while

many other stations across the

district were on standby.

Rolleston chief fire officer

Nigel Lilley said six members

of the Rolleston Volunteer Fire

Brigade crew had worked “long

and gruelling” 12-hour night

shifts, dealing with hot spots and

preventing flare-ups.

Darfield chief fire officer Alan

Kittelty said five firefighters

travelled from the town. He was

yet to hear an update from the

Darfield crew.

Lincoln sent four firefighters

and chief fire officer Jeremy

Greenwood said he was waiting

to hear updates from the crew.

The wildfires forced the

evacuation of 2500 to

3000 people in the Tasman

district.

The fires were first reported

last week in Pigeon Valley,

Tasman, and covered more than

2300ha.

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‘CHICK’

• By Anan Zaki

ELDERLY PEOPLE leaving

keys in cars and doors unlocked

are becoming prime targets for

burglars and thieves.

Police say the issue is happening

more across the district because

the population is growing, bringing

new people into the area.

Leeston Constable Herb Inwood

said it was brought to his attention

after an elderly man’s unlocked

ute was stolen while he did the

grocery shopping.

Constable Inwood says Leeston

is not alone for elderly being

targeted and similar incidents

are increasing in Darfield and

Lincoln.

The man, in his mid-70s, left

his red Nissan Navara, with

the personalised number plate

‘CHICK’, unlocked with the

engine running at the Leeston

FreshChoice car park on High

St at 12.23pm on February

1, Constable Inwood said.

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and hobbled to the line over the decades.

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Several blazes

keep district’s firefighters busy

• By Anan Zaki

THE SCORCHING heat and

dry conditions kept firefighters

busy over the past week.

Lincoln chief fire officer

Jeremy Greenwood said

firefighters attended a suspicious

vegetation

fire at Liffey

Reserve,

Lincoln on

Sunday.

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and

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tanker were

called at about

1pm and it

took the fire

crew 20 minutes to contain the

blaze.

Fire and Emergency NZ are

investigating the incident, Mr

Greenwood said.

Lincoln firefighters were also

called to a grass fire at Fiddlers

Rd, Motukarara, on Saturday at

about 9.30pm.

The fire was contained in

about 20min and no one was

hurt in the incident, Mr Greenwood

said.

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Drink driving excuses – why they

A United States woman

who said she failed

a drink driving test

because she had been

nibbling on her coat

went viral last month.

So what excuses do

Canterbury motorists

use? Sophie Cornish

reports

PETE STILLS has heard many

drink driving excuses during his

long career in the police.

Yet the Rolleston-based Senior

Sergeant has never known one to

work.

“I’ve never seen anything yet

that has successfully overcome

the machines,”

he said.

Senior

Sergeant Stills

was once even

offered a bribe if

he would ‘look

the other way.’

“He then

Pete Stills

went on to say

he was friends

with my boss, when I asked him

which boss, he couldn’t give me

a name.”

He’s also never seen the old

wives’ tale of putting a coin in

your mouth work either. The

method comes from a legend that

a coin can interfere with your

saliva’s composition.

The zinc and copper in the coin

supposedly neutralises or masks

the actual level of alcohol by

inducing a chemical reaction or

coating the inside of the mouth.

“It didn’t work for the guy I was

dealing with a long time ago. He

put the coins in his mouth right

in front of me,” he said.

In 2011, prominent West Coast

lawyer Doug Taffs put coins in

his mouth to try and outwit a

breath test, but the method failed.

Senior Sergeant Stills has seen

people take deep breaths in an

effort to control their breathing.

“People will tend to minimise

what they have drunk and often

people might stall for time,

thinking time will be their

saviour. But it’s not, sometimes

stalling for time could show up a

higher reading.”

After three years on the team

that targets alcohol and drug

impaired drivers, Sergeant Stu

Martindale has also heard it all.

“The most common thing we

hear is: ‘I’ve only had two drinks,’

and we always ask: ‘How big were

NOT ME: Police

have heard

a number of

excuses from

drivers over the

legal alcohol

limit – the most

common being,

“I’ve only had

two drinks.”

the drinks? Were they crates or

kegs?’” he said.

It’s a classic line that veteran

officer, Sergeant Colin Stewart,

has heard many times.

“You have to think, were

they drinking out of buckets?” he

said.

Another excuse is that they’ve

been eating liqueur chocolates.

“I don’t think they actually

have any alcohol in them, it’s

just the flavouring,” Sergeant

Martindale said.

He remembers one driver who

went to court for drink driving

changing his tune – slightly.

STATISTICS:

Road policing driver offence

data as published by New

Zealand Police.

•The number of alcoholrelated

offences in the

Canterbury metro area

(south of the Waimakariri

River to Governors Bay and

west to Hornby):

2009 – 2349

2010 – 2620

2011 – 3071

2012 – 2447

2013 – 1980

2014 – 1983

2015 – 2229

2016 – 2029

2017 – 1742

2018 (until September) – 1141

“He said that he’d been eating

trifle with brandy in it.”

A woman once told Sergeant

Martindale she had alcohol on

her breath because she had been

drinking Listerine.

“But it actually transpired

this lady was addicted to

drinking mouthwash. She was

drinking it in such volumes,

it was enough to show in our

evidential test.”

Another woman said she

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don’t get you off the hook

“To eat the amount you would

need to fail a breath test, you

would be physically sick before

you were able to do that,” he said.

Many drivers of course say

they haven’t been drinking, but

when they are

sprung then

question the

validly of the

breath test.

“All our

devices are

calibrated

annually, by

Stu Martindale

Colin Stewart

a specialist.

The modern

machines

always purge

themselves of

any traces of

alcohol before

any test,”

said Sergeant

Martindale.

Many

people make a

stupid excuse

initially, then realise how stupid

it was, then roll with it for awhile,

then towards the end they say,

well, actually I’ve had this

much . . .’’

The “two drinks” excuse comes

from a “major misconception”

with our legal drink driving

limit, said Sergeant Martindale.

“When the lower limit was

introduced, it suggested a

couple of drinks, but that is one

standard drink per hour with

food and the theory is that every

person is the same, but it is not.”

“Every person is different, for

some people two drinks will

have zero effect, whereas for

other people the effect could be

dramatic.”

Factors which play a role in

this include age, body size, your

body’s chemical imbalance at the

time, how much sleep a person

has had and how fit or unfit they

are.

“Ultimately the biggest

message is if you think you are

going to drink alcohol, find a

sober driver or an alternative way

home,” said Sergeant Martindale.

The worst excuse police hear

is people telling them to “go and

do some real policing and catch

some criminals,” he said.

WHAT ARE THE LIMITS?

•From December 2014,

the alcohol limit for

drivers 20-years-old

and over lowered from

400mcg of alcohol per

litre of breath to 250mcg.

The blood alcohol limit

lowered from 80mg of

alcohol per 100ml of

blood (0.08), to 50mg

(0.05)

•For drivers under-20, the

limit is zero

•Guidance from the

Institute of Environmental

Science and Research

indicates most adults

may be able to drink two

standard drinks over two

hours and are likely to

remain under the drink

driving limit for adults.

•A standard drink contains

10g of pure alcohol. This

is about 330ml of beer,

100ml of wine or 30ml of

straight spirits

Sergeant Martindale believes

for every drink driver caught,

one innocent life has been saved

on the roads.

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Fire rages, homes at risk

‘Drown him’

offender gets

community

service

• By Sophie Cornish

SEVENTY hours of community

service will be carried out by one

of the offenders found guilty in

the highly-publicised Rolleston

“drown him” case.

Judge Stephen O’Driscoll

approved a plan for one offender’s

punishment last week, which

was formed at a family group

conference.

In December, following a twoday

Youth Court hearing, two

17-year-olds were found guilty of

assault with intent to injure.

They were 16 at the time of

the attack in November 2016,

when the 16-year-old victim was

confronted by a group of youths

in Tennyson St, Rolleston, after

the annual fireworks event.

It was alleged the victim was

assaulted and pushed into a water

race, where he had his head held

under water while other youths

yelled “drown him.”

At the sentencing last week,

the other offender was remanded

on bail and will reappear before

Judge O’Driscoll on March 5.

An agreement over punishment

was not reached at the family

group conference.

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GPS tracking

signal lost

•From page 1

Leaving the car running was

common in years gone by, but it

should not be done today, he said.

CCTV picked up footage of

a person wearing a grey hoodie

entering the red ute but the identity

of the person was unclear, he said.

A phone with a GPS tracker

was left in the vehicle but the

signal was lost at Harmans Rd, near

Drain Rd, Constable Inwood said.

“It’s just the sort of thing [leaving

cars unlocked] that the older

people seem to do. They go: ‘Oh,

it’s only Leeston, it’ll be alright’.

But things are changing unfortunately,”

he said.

The elderly man was “pretty

embarrassed” about the incident,

he said.

“I’ll guarantee that it’s not the locals

like the 20 or 30-year families

who are doing the dishonest stuff,”

Constable Inwood said.

“It’s the people who have come

into the district or their associates.”

He said it was “the same” in

Lincoln and Darfield.

Selwyn’s population has grown

from 44,595 in 2012/13 and is

projected to be around 61,399

in 2019/20, according to district

council figures.

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Marae ceremony for new citizens

WAITANGI DAY was a day

to remember for 30 new New

Zealanders.

They became citizens at the

first ever citizenship ceremony

held at Ngāti Moki Marae,

Taumutu.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga and

the people of Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki

hosted the ceremony at

the marae, which sits close to

the shores of Te Waihora/Lake

Ellesmere.

The 30 new citizens represented

12 different nationalities,

some from near neighbours

such as Australia and Tonga,

and other from as far afield as

the Seychelles, India and the

Netherlands.

One of the new citizens,

Marise Bergmann, of South Africa,

said that for her family the

marae setting was a highlight,

with the calling on to the marae

and the use of te reo.

For her, gaining citizenship

was a family affair, after her

mother and sister became

citizens five years ago, and her

brother last year. “I just want to

be a Kiwi – I really love life in

Christchurch and enjoy the outdoors

and Selwyn,” she says.

The family moved out

from Christchurch after the

earthquakes and are enjoying

the semi-rural way of life in

Prebbleton.

“The people are beautiful

here, and we love having the

country feel and being a bit

more rural – there’s not all the

hustle and bustle of city life,” she

said.

The district council usually

holds its monthly citizenship

ceremony at the council chambers

in Rolleston, but chose

to hold a special ceremony on

Waitangi Day at the Taumutu

marae, which was attended by

around 140 people.

Mayor Sam Broughton says

the event marks a first for the

district. “This is the first time

that a citizenship ceremony has

been held at Ngāti Moki Marae,

a change that I am proud of

leading, and is an example of

our close relationship with Te

Taumutu Rūnanga,” he says.

“We work together on

water health, biodiversity,

district planning, and numerous

NEW

CITIZENS:

Marise

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(right), is

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her brother,

Hunter, and

mother

Hannelie

Bergmann,

who have

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Zealand

citizenship.

other areas.

“The occasion holds extra

significance due to being held

on Waitangi Day and is an opportunity

for those attending to

gain a better understanding of

local history.

“The 30 people who became

citizens have come from

countries all over the world

to make their home with us

in Selwyn, and our growing

diversity is great to see,” Mr

Broughton said.

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Crossing barriers hit by vehicle

ONE OF Lincoln’s

newly-upgraded pedestrian

crossings has already taken

a battering.

A vehicle crashed into

the barriers next to the

crossing at Gerald St on

Sunday.

Lincoln police

Senior Constable Andy

Williamson said police

are investigating the

circumstances and details

around the crash.

Senior Constable

Williamson said there was

no CCTV footage of the

incident and is looking for

a witness.

“I have been given

information that there is

a witness to it. I am trying

to track the witness down

but I haven’t got any more

information,” he said.

The damaged crossing

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Grouse Hotel is one of two

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the district council recently

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foodbanks to give to Kiwi families in need.

So start gathering up those cans and

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I HOPE everyone enjoyed

their Waitangi Day break

– our only truly national

holiday. That is until we all

realise that a national holiday

in winter – like, say, for

Matariki – would actually be

quite nice.

I’ve lost my mouse. My

computer mouse that is.

Well, I say ‘I lost it’, but

really someone small and

cute found it, took it, and

put it somewhere safe. Or

under something. Or behind

something. Or in something.

I mean, she can’t eat it, I

don’t think. Turn your back to

Vittoria’s actions and she’ll get

up to some sort of mischief

without fail. Age and stage,

right? Either way, it’s made

writing this slightly difficult. I

use a laptop and am the kind

of person who can accidently

wipe his computer by

touching that bloody mouse

pad. Just got to persist and

deal without it for now.

That’s one way to remind

me to be on my toes as to

things around Vittoria.

Considering her mischief

abilities, I’m equally

impressed by Laura’s and

my persistence in keeping all

her pyjamas, bibs and socks

neatly folded and stacked on

GUILTY: Vittoria caught in

the act of mischief.

VITTORIA

& Matt

a shelf in direct line of fire.

I think we’ve both re-folded

and re-stacked that shelf

100 times. She’ll grow out of

it eventually, either that or

we’ll buy another drawer or

something.

It’s hilarious when you catch

her in the act of mischief, she

usually shoots over a sly look

while slowly continuing to do

whatever it is you’re telling

her ‘no’ about. If you catch

her “borrowing” something,

she generally giggles, tries

to hide it behind herself and

then runs off. Sometimes too

fast and she falls over, making

it funnier. Or immediately

sadder.

She is so adorable that it’s

hard to be angry mostly.

Unless it’s the 10th time

that day. Then it’s time for a

recharging cuppa.

Beyond renewed assaults

on folded clothing, this week

also saw Vittoria and I start

at her first toddler-focussed

activity, Shimmy Shakers, at

the Phillipstown Community

Hub on Monday. She really

enjoyed herself, I could tell

because even though she

abandoned me to go play with

the cupboards with a new

friend as it started, she came

back all smiles soon after and

stayed for the rest.

•Former Star Media

journalist Matt Salmons

has become a stay-athome

dad. We follow his

journey weekly.

Council to

consider

another

West Melton

housing

development

• By Anan Zaki

MORE HOUSING is on the

cards for the growing district.

The district council will

today consider an application

to change the District Plan

for another residential

development in West Melton.

Developer GW Wilfield Ltd

wants to change the District

Plan at a 73.5ha site on West

Coast and Weedons Ross Rds

from Living 2 and 2A to a

Living WM South Zone.

In a Living 2A zone in West

Melton, the maximum number

of allotments is 10. In Living 2

zones, allotments must be no

less than 5000m 2 .

GW Wilfield is proposing

70 lots under the changed

plan.

District council staff are

recommending councillors

accept the request to change the

District Plan.

Councillors will vote on

the plan change at the district

council meeting at 1pm.

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News

These people are all up for it –

Thousands will turn out

for the 45th anniversary

of the City2Surf on

March 24. Reporter

Sophie Cornish spoke

to some of the people

who have entered the

fun run

Karen Young – This year’s

City2Surf will be the first ever

running event Mrs Young has

participated in.

In June last year,

she joined the

Energise Health

and Fitness

running club and

has been training

for the 6km

event through

a 12-week

Karen Young programme.

Mrs Young runs with her club

once a week while trying to fit

in her own training. “I think it

will be achievable (the 6km),” she

said.

Mark Winsley, 49 – Mr

Winsley has tackled the 14km

City2Surf event before, but this

year he will run the 6km. That’s

because his nine-year-old son,

Felix, will be running with him,

along with his partner, Janelle

Clark. The father and son have

been “hiking

around the

hills and

jogging around

the parks” to

prepare for the

event. Felix is

not a novice

when it comes

Mark Winsley to running

events, having participated in

the Kids’ Mara’Fun race before,

which is part of the Christchurch

Marathon.

“I took my neighbours son

to do it (City2Surf) a few years

ago – he was a bit older. Felix

watched it and said I’m going

do that papa,” said Mr Winsley.

The pair have been training two

to three times a week. Their

training includes a hike in the

weekend and a couple of runs

accompanied by “kicking the ball

around and playing cricket,” said

Mr Winsley.

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Rebecca

Barrell

Rebecca

Barrell, 44

– In the past

Ms Barrell has

completed the

Buller Gorge

Half Marathon.

Now she wants

to get back into

running. Ms

Barrell has set

herself the goal of completing

the 14km event this year and has

been training using the 10-week

programme offered by City2Surf.

“I walk a lot up the hills, but I

wanted to improve my running

again and I thought this was a

good goal . . . I’ve done 10km

in the past, years ago. I did the

6km last year with the dog,

so I thought this was a good

progression,” she said.

The registered nurse has been

running around Hagley Park for

her training.

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•Standard entry can be

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$25

•Late entry on the day, March

24, will be $30

•Children aged 10 and under

are free

Ed Hogbin,

23 – Mr Hogbin

describes

himself as a

“little bit of a

runner” but it

will be his first

time doing the

City2Surf. “A

Ed Hogbin

few years back I

did a half marathon and thought

I’d have another crack at one this

year.” He will use the City2Surf

14km event as a “halfway

gauge” while training to see how

on-track he is for his next half

marathon. Hagley Park is his ‘goto’

spot for training two or three

times a week.

Judith McInnes, 77 –

Mrs McInnes, who is retired, says

her participation in the 14km

event is “not a hardcore thing,

but just for fun.” It will not be

her first time in the City2Surf,

having completed the event six

or seven times previously, both

walking and jogging. “I do both

walking and jogging and it’s just

a challenge.” Mrs McInnes goes

jogging twice a week. She likes to

explore the Harry Ell Walkway,

Sign of the Kiwi, Sign of the

Takahe and Godley Head tracks.

“Often in the past, I have walked

with friends. A friend of mine

CITY

with Les Mills

2SURF

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CITY2SURF

with Les Mil

is walking the 6km and then we

will have a coffee afterwards,” she

said.

Josiah Beach, 30, Anna

Beach, 30, and Ezra Beach,

16 – The trio will take on the

14km event this year. Husband

and wife, Josiah and Anna, have

completed the event a handful

of times previously, but it will

be Ezra’s first time doing the

14km. “He’s just brought some

new running shoes especially for

it,” said his older brother Josiah,

who has run up the Rapaki Track

a couple of times to prepare. “I

think I’ll really get started on my

training next month.”

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Angela Penn, 49,

and Geoff Sutton, 42

– The brother and sister

duo aren’t letting the fact

they are getting older slow

the down. The pair are

running the 6km event

in the City2Surf together.

“I’m going to be 50-yearsold

soon, I might as well

keep going while I am still

standing and don’t have

many injuries,” said Mrs

Penn. Back in October,

the pair ran in the Pegasus

Fun Run 6km event and

hope to run the 10km

event at the Christchurch

Marathon in June. They

are both driven by the

hope that one day they

might have grandchildren,

who they would like to

be fit and healthy for. “It’s

more about getting out

there and enjoying it. I am

really looking forward to

spending some time with

my brother, it’s good to

hang out,” Mrs Penn.

Roger Comber,

70 – Back in his youth,

Mr Comber took part in

two half-marathons in

Ashburton and Timaru.

Now retired from his job

PREPARED: Geoff Sutton

and Angela Penn.

as an english teacher, he

said he has decided to get

back into running. He

enjoys running around the

streets near where he lives

and often goes to Les Mills

gym to stay in shape. “I like

the City2Surf because it is

an easy distance and it’s a

popular run to take part

in.”

James Ferguson,

32 – Mr Ferguson will

take on the 14km event

in the City2Surf. It will

be his first time doing the

event and he admits he’s a

“first-time runner,” opting

to keep fit through rugby

and other sport. The event

will help him prepare for

more running later in the

year when he takes on the

Buller Gorge half marathon

and the Saint Clair

Vineyard half marathon in

Blenheim. He is enjoying

his training – somewhat.

“It’s a fair distance the

14km, but I’ve got to get

fit somehow.” Before and

after work a couple of times

a week, Mr Ferguson has

been challenging himself

to run distances between

10km and 14km. He will

accompanied by a group of

friends who will also run in

the event next month.

Pauline De Wit, 66 –

Mrs De Wit isn’t keen to

slow down anytime soon.

Previously, she has run the

6km event in the City2Surf

but next month she decided

to “push the boat out” and

do the 14km run. “I felt I

could have gone further so

I am keen to try the 14km.

I have seen the wonderful

sense of achievement

gained from an event such

as this and wanted to be

part of it . . . I am getting

older and I want to achieve

something like this before

age takes me over.” She is

training with her friend Jill,

who she has done the event

with before.

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Check out the map to find your best route.

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Saturday 16 February, 7.30–10pm

North Hagley Park

Northwood

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Queenspark

Burwood Hospital

Sheffield Cres

Avonhead Shopping Centre

Northlands

Merivale

The Palms

New Brighton

Twenty-eight free

buses will depart

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and travel the routes

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Bush Inn

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University of Canterbury

Sparks

Eastgate

Westfield Riccarton

The Hub Hornby

Ferrymead

Halswell

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Princess Margaret

Hospital

Harper Ave

Park Tce

Buses departing from Harper Ave

B Blue Line to Princess Margaret

Hospital and Cashmere

O Orange Line to Halswell

P Purple Line to Sheffield Crescent

Y Yellow Line to Hornby

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Salt and Pepper take down

McCaw in Coast to Coast

• By Jacob Page

IT’S NOT everyday you get

bragging rights over a retired All

Blacks captain.

But that’s what Southbridge’s

Warwick Tuffnell and Leeston’s

Nigel Robertson claimed in their

Coast to Coast race over the

weekend.

“We didn’t really have a time

in mind but we wanted to beat

Richie McCaw – which we did.

Not too bad for a couple of

45-year-olds,”

Robertson said.

The pair raced

under the team

name Salt and

Pepper in the

two-day tandem

event, completing

Richie

McCaw

the 233km run,

cycle and paddle

in 14hr 32min

51sec – 17min faster than McCaw

and his partner Rob Nichol.

Tuffnell and Robertson

admitted they spent more time

with each other than their

families during the nine-month

preparation, but they both relied

on each other for motivation.

“I started doing a couple

of triathlons, like Challenge

Wanaka, and we realised we were

doing a few of the same triathlons

so we thought why not give

(Coast to Coast) a go,” Robertson

said.

Tuffnell took part in the

JOB DONE: Warwick Tuffnell and Nigel Robertson celebrate

after completing the Coast to Coast tandem event on Saturday.

PHOTO: ROBERTSON FAMILY

individual one-day race three

years ago, but it was a new

experience for Robertson.

“The last 40km into the

head wind coming into

Christchurch was quite gruelling.

I’m a better runner and Warwick

is better on the bike so we were

able to work hard for each other,”

Robertson said.

Said Tuffnell: “My arms could

barely hold on to the bike in the

last 15km because the paddle

had taken it out of me. The

whole thing was a warm-up for

Nigel to do the one-day event

next year. It’s one of those kind

of events which can be addictive

so we’ll wait and see what

happens.

• By Jacob Page

SELWYN’S FIRST ever

combined secondary school

athletics day will be held this

month.

More than 300 students from

Ellesmere College, Lincoln High

and Darfield High are set to

compete at Ngā Puna Wai Sports

Hub on February 26.

The idea is the

brainchild of

Ellesmere College

head of sport Chris

O’Connell and has

support from the

Selwyn Sports Trust.

O’Connell said it

was an alternative

to the annual school

athletics day.

“After last year,

we had a post event

meeting and came

to the conclusion that the usual

approach, where every student

and teacher was involved for a

whole day, wasn’t working,” he

said.

“We floated the idea of doing a

Selwyn-wide thing, while using

the Nga Puna Wai facility, and

all the secondary schools were

really encouraging of the idea.

SPORTS

Combined high school

athletics day to get

out of starting block

Hopefully it’s a way Selwyn

athletes can test themselves

against strong competition

without the need to go to

Christchurch.”

O’Connell said the inaugural

event will see year 9-13 students

compete in traditional track and

field events. “It’s the first year of

a new idea so there

will be trial and error,

but like anything, you

hope it’ll be around

in five years and

thriving,” he said.

Selwyn Sports

Trust chief executive

Michael Wilson said

the organisation is

behind the event as it

encourages people to

be more active.

“Hopefully it’s a

Chris O’Connell sign of more events

like this in Selwyn,” he said.

O’Connell hopes it will open

up communication between

schools when it comes to sports

events. “We’ve already had talks

with schools around having

games against each other in

various other sports, which is a

positive,” he said.

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all lead to stress and fatigue and we find the need to recharge

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in the place we choose to live, then coming home means we can

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A restful surrounding, where nature and everyday life combine to

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This sanctuary comes complete with wetlands dispersed throughout

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wildlife all reside. These wetlands have a myriad of walkways and

cycle tracks so that you can meander or cycle your way around

while taking in the wonderful nature which inhabit here. This is a

great way to start or finish your working day, or to make the most of

your free time at the weekend.

The wide, curved roads also create a sense of space and freedom,

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Lincoln Village only minutes away, you really will be living the

perfect life.

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Taumutu Runanga have worked closely with Ngai Tahu Property to

establish the wetlands, re-establish native plants and bring to life,

through street and reserve names, a number of place and species

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new show home

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Matuku is

Te Whariki’s newest

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continues on with the

considerate previous

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development.

The beauty of buying in this

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that nearby homes are already

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With 1.1ha of existing parks and

0.62ha of cycle and walkways,

here you will find not only the

place to live but also to relax.

Further developments will see

a total of 19.55ha of wetlands

incorporated into this stunning

development.

The release coincides with

the opening of the new Show

Home Village featuring the

workmanship of some of

Canterbury’s finest builders. This

exciting village will comprise

of 10 homes including builds

by Trident homes, GJ Gardner,

Peter Ray Homes, Faye Homes

and Greenland Homes, with

more following.

Here you will find contemporary

through to classic buildings with

high quality finishes – showing

prospective new home owners

how you can live comfortably

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and scale and are the starting

point for discussions on how

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see what Te Whariki has to offer,

the new show home village, and

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The Te Whariki new Show Home

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SKILL: Prebbleton’s Jeremy Webb sideways in his Suzuki

GSXR-powered TQ.

Second TQ title for Webb

• By Allan Batt

PREBBLETON’S Jeremy Webb

won his second consecutive

New Zealand TQ midget car

championship at Ruapuna

Speedway on Saturday night.

Webb dominated the

qualifying heats, winning four of

his five races and then led from

the start to take out the honours

in the 25-lap final. Aucklanders

Peter Hunnibel and Ryan Baker

finished second and third

respectively while Belfast’s Liam

McCoubrey and Kyle Glover from

Rolleston were fourth and fifth.

THe event attracted 45 entries

from throughout New Zealand,

including 13 North Island teams.

Webb joins his father Dick as a

two-time winner of the event.

SUCCESS: Jeremy Webb

celebrates his national title

win.

PHOTOS: BRIAN HOPPING

This weekend Webb will set

about defending his New Zealand

TQ Grand Prix crown at Nelson.

Points lead for Ransley as

86s head into final round

Jaden

Ransley

A SUPERB weekend for

Prebbleton racer Jaden Ransley

means he will head to the

final round of the Toyota 86

Championship with the points

lead.

Ransley, 17, had two wins

and a second place finish from

three races at the penultimate

round of the championship at

Manfeild in

Feilding.

After coming

into the

round 13

points off the

championship

lead, Ransley’s

win in race

one on Saturday

elevated

him to the top.

He was then

able to extend

his buffer with a tough-fought

win in race two on Sunday,

holding off championship

rival Callum Hedge and Arran

Crighton.

At the race start, it was

Crighton that got the better

jump out of those on the front

row. It looked like Ransley

might have been able to use

his inside line to take the lead

into turn one, but Crighton was

determined to lead and by the

turn-four hairpin he had the top

spot.

TITLE SHOT: Jayden Ransley (No 53) will head to Hampton

Downs in the lead of the Toyota 86 Championship following

two wins at Manfeild.

SPORTS

A lead change looked imminent

on lap three. Ransley

had been all over Crighton’s tail

after getting edged on lap one,

culminating in a big lock-up. By

turn one on the following lap,

Ransley was by.

“I had a terrible start, which

put me into second. We had

a good battle with Arran

[Crighton] and then managed

to get past him,” said Ransley

afterwards.

“Callum [Hedge] was really

coming along good too. Our car

went off a bit at the end there, so

there was bit of a fight to keep

Callum behind me.”

Ransley finished second in the

final race of the weekend behind

Hedge, who is now second in

the championship. The series

heads north for its grand finale

at Hampton Downs Motorsport

Park. Three races will take place

across March 9-10.

Ransley could become the

second Prebbleton driver to win

the championship in as many

years after last season’s title was

won by Jack Milligan.

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New citizens welcomed at

Waitangi Day ceremony

Waitangi Day 2019 was an extra special celebration for 30 Selwyn residents, who became New

Zealand citizens at the first ever citizenship ceremony to be held at Ngāti Moki Marae, Taumutu.

Te Taumutu Rūnanga and the people of Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki hosted the ceremony at the marae,

near Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere.

The 30 new citizens represented 12 different nationalities, from near neighbours like Australia and

Tonga, and others from as far afield as the Seychelles, India and the Netherlands.

Selwyn mayor Sam Broughton says the event, attended by around 140 people, marks a first for

the district. “This is the first time that a citizenship ceremony has been held at Ngāti Moki Marae,

and is an example of our close relationship with Te Taumutu Rūnanga,” he says.

“The occasion holds extra significance due to being held on Waitangi Day and is an opportunity

for those attending to gain a better understanding of local history.

“The 30 people who became citizens have come from countries all over the world to make their

home with us in Selwyn, and our growing diversity is great to see.”

Ioannis Delikostidis, from Greece, was one of the citizenship recipients, and said he enjoyed the

experience of being on the marae. “It was nice to have it here instead of in a formal place,” he said.

“I sought citizenship because I have been here many years and feel like I’m already part of the

society and the country,” he says. “Citizenship is something that helps you feel like you are

integrated and part of the whole.”

Mr Delikostidis and his wife only recently moved to Selwyn, but says it’s a really amazing place to

live. “The people are friendly and although it’s close to the city, it’s still a bit out of the way. It’s a

nice, safe, quiet, peaceful place with lot of young families.”

Get fit and active in 2019

We have released the term one brochure for all Council-run fitness

and recreation classes in Selwyn.

The programmes at Rolleston Community Centre and Lincoln

Event Centre have had huge growth over the past few years and

following the growth in other communities, the Tai Tapu Community

Centre and West Melton Community and Recreation Centre are also

running classes.

The centres offer classes for a range of people including fitness

and weights classes such as Pump, Spin and HIIT, Yoga classes,

activities for young adults like Get Your Skates On and Basketball,

sessions to get the toddlers moving such as Mini Gym and classes

for more mature residents.

The influx of people into Selwyn over the past few years means we

have had to ensure that our new programmes met the needs of our

whole community. We aim to make all our programmes affordable to

the whole community – from young people to older adults.

If you prefer to exercise in the pool the Selwyn Aquatic Centre is the

place for you!

Our Aquafit timetable offers the benefits of aquatic exercise targeting

balance, endurance, toning, cardiovascular fitness and more.

This year the programme has nearly doubled in the number of total

classes from 7 to 12 per week, adding in extra classes both during

the day and in the evening. We also introduced two new intensities:

Hydro Health (low intensity, rehab and recovery focused class) and

Aqua HIIT (high intensity interval training).

It is the enthusiasm, friendliness and motivation of the instructors

that keep our participants coming back week after week, come

along and see for yourself.

Pick up a brochure today from your closest centre or check it out

online at selwyn.govt.nz.

Win with 100 Days of Summer

What a great, warm summer we have had!

There are still more hot days forecast so make sure you get out and

enjoy it with 100 Days of Summer.

We are just about to select more winners so get out, take some

snaps and send them our way. We love seeing you all out there

enjoying what Selwyn has to offer.

To enter, simply post a photo of you enjoying one of our 100 Days

of Summer activities to your Instagram, tag us @sensationalselwyn

and #100daysofsummer, or if you don’t have Instagram send us

your photos at competition@selwyn.govt.nz.

For more information go to selwyn.govt.nz/events.

Show off your moves at skate and scooter jams

Come along to our series of Summer Skate and Scooter Jams and let us introduce you to skating with

free gear hire, prizes, music and coaching from experienced skaters from Cheapskates Skate Skool.

Enjoy the relaxed environment as you give it a go, cheer friends and family on and ease your way into

skating! There is something for all abilities.

This year there is a ‘Jam format’ where 2–3 skaters at a time have a few minutes to impress the judges

with their tricks. Judges check out your style, creativity and technical ability – don’t let this scare you!

Just get out there and do your stuff!

Check out selwyn.govt.nz/events for a list of dates and locations.

Get emergency alerts through

Selwyn Gets Ready

Did you know you can sign up to receive texts or emails warning

you of events like strong winds, uncontrolled fire, snow or messages

from local police?

This free service is provided through a website text and email service

operated by our Emergency Management team.

The Selwyn Gets Ready website is a database which contains

contact information for local residents. This information is used by

local community response teams to identify who needs assistance

in an emergency and who has skills or resources (like first aid skills

or generators) that could help in a disaster.

In a disaster a network of community response teams operates in

Selwyn checking on the welfare of their community, identifying what

needs to be done in their area and requesting assistance if needed.

Access to household information is restricted to local community

response teams and can’t be viewed by the public.

To sign up visit selwyn.getsready.net.

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

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CHIEF ALCOHOL LICENSING

INSPECTOR

Selwyn District Council is

seeking expressions of interest

from suitably qualified parties

to provide an on-call alcohol

inspection and reporting

service to assist the Council in

meeting its obligations in terms

of the legislative requirements

under which it operates and

provide a high level of service

to its customers. The primary

legislative requirements are

included in the Sale and Supply

of Alcohol Act 2012. The Council

will select and negotiate with

individuals/contractors who fulfil

the requirements sought and

who are cost competitive.

Copies of the expression of

interest documents can be

obtained by contacting the

Council on 03 347 2800. General

enquiries about the expression

of interest may be made to Billy

Charlton, email billy.charlton@

selwyn.govt.nz or phone 03 347

2878 during business hours.

Expressions of Interest must be

received by 5pm, Friday 8 March

and be sent to: Billy Charlton,

Regulatory Manager

Selwyn District Council

P O Box 90, Rolleston 7643

COMMITTEE VACANCIES

SPORT NZ RURAL TRAVEL

FUND COMMITTEE

This Committee is seeking

applicants from residents in the

Springs and Ellesmere Wards to

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 AND COMMUNITY

BOARD

Unless otherwise stated all of

these meetings will be held at the

Rolleston Council Building.

District Plan Review Committee

Wed 13 Feb 9am

become members.

The committee meets twice

a year to consider funding

applications. The three year

position is unpaid, although

travel expenses will be

reimbursed.

Please send applications to

stuart.westoby@selwyn.govt.nz

or posted to:

SPORT NZ Rural Travel Fund

Committee Position

Selwyn District Council, PO Box

90, Rolleston 7643

Attn: Stuart Westoby

SUPPORTING THE ARTS

The Creative Communities

Assessment Committee needs

a new Ellesmere community

representative. The committee

meets four times a year to

consider funding applications.

The unpaid position starts from

1 March 2019, for a term of

three years. Travel expenses are

reimbursed.

Please send applications

(including details of your

involvement in the arts) to

stuart.westoby@selwyn.govt.nz

or post to:

Creative Communities

Assessment Committee Position

(Ellesmere)

Selwyn District Council, PO Box

90, Rolleston 7643

Attn: Stuart Westoby

For information on both contact

Stuart Westoby on 347 2708.

Closing date for applications is

5pm Friday 15 February.

Council Meeting

Wed 13 Feb 1pm

Road Safety Committee

Wed 20 Feb 10am

Malvern Community Board

Mon 25 Feb 4.30pm

Castle Hill Hall

District Plan Review Committee

Wed 27 Feb 11.15am

LOCAL COMMITTEES AND

ASSOCIATIONS

Doyleston Community

Committee

Wed 13 Feb 7.30pm

Osborne Park Hall

Note week later

Dunsandel Community

Committee

Mon 18 Feb 7.30pm

Dunsandel Community Centre

Glentunnel Township Committee

Mon 25 Feb 7.30pm

MOBILE LIBRARY TIMETABLE

Wednesday 13 February

Kidsfirst West Rolleston

9.30–10am

Cat’s Pyjamas Rolleston

10.10–10.40am

Active Explorers, Rolleston

10.45–11.15am

Selwyn Kids 11.20–11.50am

AKO Rolleston 12.30–1pm

EduKids Faringdon 1.15–1.45pm

Lollipops Rolleston 2–2.30pm

Monday 18 February;

Dunsandel Playcentre

9.30–10am

Hororata Playcentre 10.30–11am

Darfield Preschool & Nursery

11.25–11.55am

Darfield Playcentre 12–12.30pm

Darfield Primary School

1–1.30pm

Rolleston Christian School

2–3.30pm

The library is unavailable on

Thursday 14, Friday 15 and

Tuesday 19 February.

NEED FUNDING FOR YOUR

CREATIVE PROJECT?

Applications are open now for

Creative Communities funding.

Funding is available to groups

or individuals with communitybased

creative projects that

promote arts or culture in

Selwyn.

Applications for this funding

round close at 5pm, Friday 22

February. Visit selwyn.govt.nz/

artsfunding for more information

and to apply.

Glentunnel Community Centre

Hororata Reserve

Management Committee

Wed 13 Feb 7.30pm

Hororata Hall

Kirwee Township Committee

Mon 18 Feb 7.30pm

Kirwee Community Hall

Leeston Park Committee

Mon 25 Feb 8pm

Leeston Park Pavilion

Rolleston Residents Association

Mon 25 Feb 7pm

Rolleston Community Centre

Sheffield/Waddington

Community Committee

Thu 21 Feb 7.30pm

Sheffield Fire Station

West Melton Districts Residents

Association AGM

Wed 13 Feb 7pm

West Melton Community and

Recreation Centre

Selwyn Events

WEDNESDAY

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FRIDAY

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SUNDAY

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Darfield Summer Skate/

Scooter Jam

Darfield Skatepark

A great way to introduce children and

young people to skating with free gear

hire, prizes, music and coaching from

experienced skaters.

West Melton Picnic

in the Park

West Melton Domain, 5.30–7.30pm

Spend your summer evening at the park

with live music, Pedalmania, bouncy

castles, face painting, entertainment,

free sausage sizzle and more.

Leeston Outdoor Movie

Anderson Square, 7–9pm

Bring a seat, bean bag, or blanket

and chill out in front of our huge

outdoor screen and enjoy How to

Train your Dragon.

Selwyn Speaker Series:

Tips for Young Drivers

Selwyn Libraries, Wednesdays,

6–7.30pm

Come learn more about the license

process and how to improve the

safety of your teenager.

Futures Canterbury -

Selwyn Golf Hub Launch

Tai Tapu Golf Course, 12pm

Come and see what golf can offer with

our free Selwyn Hub launch event for

kids and families.

futurescanterbury.co.nz, 359 4151.

Art By Four Generations

art exhibition

Down by the Liffey Gallery, Lincoln

Six artists from four generations of

the same family show that creativity

and the joy of artistic expression are

timeless and can follow many paths.

A Month of Sundays

The Lincoln Green (outside Lincoln

Library) 1–3pm

Relax, unwind and recharge on your

Sunday afternoon at the Lincoln

Green and Library with live music,

face painting, Henna art and garden

games. Bring a picnic and enjoy our

talented local musicians.

ON THE

ROADS

On the roads this week

Seal repairs will be carried out on Bealey Road, Telegraph Road and Cordys Road.

Road reconstruction (granular overlay) on Leaches Road between Rockwood Road

and Steeles Road. Kerb and channel and footpath construction will take place on

Masefield Drive. Please stop on request at these sites.

Drainage work will begin on Sleemans Road and Waianiwaniwa Road.

Footpath construction will be carried out in Leeston.

Have your say – Earthquake Prone Priority

Buildings and Strategic Routes

We’re currently consulting on the proposed Earthquake Prone Priority Buildings and Strategic Routes.

Drop in sessions will be held on Tuesday 19 February at Leeston Library at 4–5.50pm and at

Southbridge Community Hall at 6–7pm.

WEDNESDAY

20

FEBRUARY

UNTIL

24

FEBRUARY

Tai Tapu Summer Skate/

Scooter Jam

Tai Tapu School

A great way to introduce children and

young people to skating with free gear

hire, prizes, music and coaching from

experienced skaters.

Ivan Button art exhibition

Lakeland Art Gallery, 80 High

Street, Leeston

Call in and check out our Guest

Exhibitor Ivan Button’s works in

watercolour and oils.

For information on listing a community event visit

www.selwyn.govt.nz/councilcall

Leeston Library & Service Centre

19 Messines Street, Leeston

Ph 347 2871

Lincoln Library & Service Centre

Gerald Street, Lincoln

Ph 347 2876

(03) 347 2800

Darfield call free 318 8338

www.selwyn.govt.nz

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SPORTS

News

Humble identity still

STAR: Ben Donkers made a significant contribution with bat

and ball to lead his team to victory.

Donkers paves the way for

Leeston-Southbridge win

BEN DONKERS proved to be

a one-man match-winner for

Leeston-Southbridge in round

11 of the Canterbury country

premier one-day cricket

competition on Saturday.

Donkers hit a brisk 60 with

the bat and then took 5-29

as his team defended 197,

bowling Oxford out for 85. The

112-run victory keeps Leeston-

Southbridge second on the

table. In spite of being on the

losing side, Oxford off-spinner

Mark Murphy took 5-28 from

his 8.1 overs.

Weedons’ batsmen looked

to have posted a defendable

total when they amassed 198

all out against Southbrook at

Southbrook Domain.

Opener Shannon Dunnett

made 69, and captain Sam

Wilson made 64 – his third half

century in a row.

However, the competition

leaders proved why they are the

team to catch, chasing down

their target for the loss of just

two wickets with 14 overs to

spare. Southbrook wicketkeeper

Matt Brine made 83, while

Shannan Stewart added an

unbeaten 47. Kaiapoi overcame

Darfield by three wickets in

a low-scoring game. Darfield

needed their tail to wag to post

147 for nine.

Darfield were 21-6 before

Patty Readon made 40 and

Alister Collins contributed

27. Raj Saini was the chief

destroyer, taking 5-31. Kaiapoi

got home with an over to spare

thanks to an unbeaten 41 from

Wayne Bell.

Sefton beat Cheviot by 17

runs after defending 151 all out.

Sefton opener Tim Harrison

made 52 to anchor the innings.

Opening bowler Brendon

Wellington ensured that was

more than enough after he took

4-22.

•On Saturday, Weedons

will host Kaiapoi; Darfield

will welcome Oxford;

Leeston-Southbridge will

face Sefton at Leeston Park

and Southbrook will travel

to play Cheviot.

•Points; Southbrook 51,

Leeston-Southbridge

45, Sefton 36, Oxford 33,

Kaiapoi 33, Cheviot 27,

Weedons 24, Darfield 15.

ROLLESTON HAS seen

substantial changes over the

years and few have seen these

more than local identity, 82-yearold

Alexander ‘Lex’ Cockburn.

He was born, raised and lived

his whole life in the Rolleston

area and is happy to have done

so. His focus on life has been his

family, farming and giving back

to the community.

Lex was born in 1936 and at

that time his parents were running

a sheep farm on Hoskyns

Rd, near the intersection with

Maddisons Rd. His father, Alec,

who had emigrated from Scotland

and served in the NZ Rifle

Brigade during World War 1, had

purchased the property from the

Marshall family in 1929, which

the Cockburn family have owned

it ever since.

Lex recalls some of his earliest

memories as being when he

attended Weedons School on

Weedons Ross Rd. He started

school during World War 2 and

at the time there were only 18

children attending there.

Life was simple and he remembers

the female teacher riding

her motorcycle all the way from

Sheffield at a time when very

little of the roading in the district

was sealed. His parents had

decided to send him to Weedons

School instead of Rolleston

because they did not want him

crossing the railway lines and

Main South Rd when walking

to school. Three generations of

Cockburn children have now

attended the school.

In the late 1940s there was no

secondary school near Rolleston

and the students had to travel

into Christchurch by train to attend

college. Each school day Lex

would walk to the old Rolleston

railway station and catch either

the morning passenger train

from Springfield, which had old

wooden slat seats, or take the

later Timaru train that had more

comfortable seating.

Lex attended Christchurch

Technical College, which was

located on the current site of

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 is on

Rolleston identity Lex Cockburn.

HONOUR: Lex Cockburn cutting the Rolleston 150th

celebration cake with Selwyn MP Amy Adams in 2015.

Ara Polytech and only a short

walk from the railway station.

He claims he was no scholar, but

enjoyed the practical skills he

learned in engineering. Quite

often he would skip class and

spend the day at the ‘pictures.’

Lex’s father died suddenly at

home in 1951, and as the only

child in the family, Lex had to

leave school aged 14 to help his

mother run the farm. Times were

tough and the soil was light, but

together they managed to build

the business, increase the size

of their sheep flock and build

a new house on the property.

The increasing prices paid for

wool during the 1950s helped to

achieve this.



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Lex’s father died suddenly at

home in 1951, and as the only

child in the family, Lex had to

leave school aged 14 to help his

mother run the farm. Times

were tough and the soil was

light, but together they managed

to build the business, increase

the size of their sheep flock and

build a new house on the property.

The increasing prices paid

for wool during the 1950s helped

to achieve this.

One way Lex earned money

as a boy was by shooting rabbits,

which there were plenty

of. He initially borrowed a .22

rifle to shoot them, selling them

to the local postman (who also

delivered the bread to the farm

gate). Once he had saved enough

money he was able to buy his

own rifle and a bike.

Lex recalls his father purchasing

their first tractor in 1949,

an Allis-Chalmers, which he

learned to drive around the

farm. Before this all the heavy

work was done by horses. They

bought their first car in the early

1950s but travelled in the farm

truck before that. There were

regulations restricting imported

vehicles during the post-war

years but most farmers proved

able to negotiate to get the machinery

they needed.

He joined the Springston

Young Farmers Club in the

1950s and was a regular attendee

of the local dances that provided

an opportunity to meet young

ladies. It was at one of these that

he met a young nurse originally

from Gisborne, Annette

Mooney, who he married in

1962. By that time Lex’s mother

had died and Annette became

a partner in running the farm.

They have been happily married

for 56 years.

In 1963 their son, Paul, was

born, followed by their daughter,

Helen in 1975. Paul and his

wife Julie now run the farm,

assisted by their three children

and Helen.

Although primarily a sheep

farm, in their years of farming

Lex and Annette were able

to diversify to counter shifting

markets and at one stage had

established a sizable deer herd

that provided good returns. They

also had several house cows that

provided them milk.

Lex claims there was not much

to Rolleston when he was growing

up in the 1940s and 50s. The

railway was the main feature

of the township and the social

heart of the community was the

pub. At this time it was run by

a Mrs Robinson who would sell

ice cream and soft drink to the

children from the dining room

of the hotel, as initially there was

no grocery shop in Rolleston.

There was a butchery run by

the Willetts family situated on

what is now Tennyson St, with

the general store later being

established on the same street

opposite where KFC is now.

There was also a tile factory on

Brookside Rd (near the site of

the current vet clinic) that employed

about 15 people, which

used a traction engine to power

its equipment.

He also remembered the

generosity of Mrs Robinson who

had paid for tennis courts to be

built on George Holmes Rd, near

Jones Rd, for the children of the

township so they had something

to do. The 1956 census recorded

there were only 230 people living

in Rolleston at this time.

Lex claims that there has always

been a strong sense of community

spirit within the people of

Rolleston and Weedons, and it

was through this that they got

things done.

An example of this was the

creation of the Weedons Golf

Club in the late 1960s. He recalls

it began with support from the

Paparua County leasing out

reserve land, with a small number

of foundation members, including

himself, using their tractors

to prepare the original six-hole

course. Over time the size of the

club and the course has increased

through the efforts of the community

and both he and Annette

recall the sporting and social

benefits they enjoyed from the

club throughout the years.

Even in his golden years Lex

continues to enjoy giving his

time to the community. He is

a life member of the Rolleston

Lions Club, and along with Brian

Whittington, they are the only

foundation members of the club

FARM LIFE:

Lex driving

the new Allis-

Chalmers tractor

circa 1950. His

father is sitting on

the trailer.

who have been active every year

since it was established in 1978.

Humble by nature, Lex is

proud of the community projects

he has been involved with

through Lions, especially the

restoration of the water wheel at

Cream Can Corner and involvement

in the Rolleston 150th

Celebration in 2015.

He was honoured to be asked

to cut the cake at the opening

ceremony with local MP, Amy

Adams.

Although Rolleston is no

longer the small, close-knit

community of Lex’s youth, where

everyone knew each other, he

still enjoys living in the area

in his retirement and having

an occasional drink with the

many friends he has made in the

community over the years.

HISTORIC: The original Cockburn farmhouse during the 1945 snow. Alec Cockburn is sitting on the roof. Right – Rolleston Hotel in

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New engine for Ford Everest SUV

Motoring

Ross Kiddie

I’VE HAD JUST two Ford

Everest drives – one from the

previous generation, and the new

model for 2019.

Interestingly, both have involved

long road trips while my

wife and I have been holiday. The

first was ticking off a route I’d

long had on my bucket list – the

Great Ocean Rd from Melbourne

to Adelaide.

The most recent was to travel

to Queenstown to see January’s

Gibbstson Valley Winery concert.

Both drives served to prove

how comfortable and capable the

Everest is on a long journey.

There was one significant difference

between the two sport

utility vehicles. The original

Everest used the 3.2-litre fivecylinder

turbo diesel, the new

model for 2019 has a 2-litre fourcylinder

turbo diesel engine.

Ford is quick to point out

the new engine is more powerful

and has significantly more

torque than the five-potter, and

it is also claiming fuel economy

improvements. I’m not disputing

any of that, the 2-litre engine is

a real gem, it is refined, smooth

and uncharacteristically quiet for

diesel and, for that matter, it is a

beauty.

Total power outputs are

157kW and 500Nm, against

143kW and 470Nm for the five.

That’s a significant gain, and

when you are powering a vehicle

that weighs in at around 2500kg,

any bit of extra oomph is useful.

The Everest glides beautifully

on the open road, it is whisper

quiet, and even when the engine

is put under pressure, it flows

through the rev range unimpeded.

A lot of the latter is due to the

pairing of it to a new 10-speed

gearbox, it is also a revelation.

You could almost believe the

transmission was continuously

variable, unless you are looking

at the gearshift position lights

on the dash panel or moving

100%

Capital gain

to the resident

through the gears sequentially,

you’d have no idea what gear is

selected, except to say it works

through the transmission seamlessly,

there’s never a point where

the wrong gear is selected. I carried

out many a highway overtake,

and the engine was always

in the sweet spot.

In terms of acceleration, the

big Everest moves with adequate

pace, it will complete a highway

overtake in around 5sec, and a

9sec time to make a standstill to

100km/h can be expected. These

are good times for a bulky sevenseater.

Therein lies the concept of

Everest. Even though it is based

on the Ranger’s four-wheel-drive

system, ladder chassis and live

rear axle, it has been softened

considerably, and lends itself to

comfortable motion. There’s no

denying it is bulky, but it has

space on the inside so that comfort

levels aren’t compromised.

Sure, it’s a bit of a juggle accessing

the rear row of seats, but it

is no worse than many other

seven-seaters.

If you have the rear seats

folded the cargo area is voluminous.

My wife doesn’t travel

light, so even for just a couple

FORD EVEREST: Capable highway cruiser.

of days we had much luggage,

yet it was swallowed easily. For

the record, the rear row of seats

move forward electrically, which

is just one of the many things

the Everest can claim as a luxury

vehicle. It arrives in one specification

only – Titanium. In that

form it is loaded with goodies,

and I guess when you have a big

vehicle on a solid foundation, as

a manufacturer you can throw

everything into it.

For 2019 Ford has lowered

the price of Everest. It now sits

at $79,990, and it also gets a lot

LUXURY: The Everest arrives in high grade Titanium

specification.

$1,000 fully

refundable

deposit

more safety kit. Over and above

what we would generally expect

for safety, the newcomer gets

autonomous emergency braking,

and vehicle and pedestrian

detection.

For comfort and convenience

significant items include satellite

navigation, radar cruise control,

full leather trim with heated

front seats, electric sunroof, active

park assist, and keyless entry

and ignition.

Of course, the driver also has

at command the controls for the

four-wheel-drive system, there

are several settings depending

on the type of surface expected

ahead, there is a genuinely low

ratio transfer case combining

to get the vehicle easily into the

gnarly tracks our back country

has to offer.

I didn’t venture off the seal, but

I can report that from previous

experience in the Everest and

Ranger, it is a genuine off-road

vehicle, and one that I’ve felt

comfortable off-the-seal in previous

evaluations. With the type of

suspension and chassis design,

along with 225mm of ground

clearance, the Everest is formidable

off-road.

The new engine also fits well in

any slow speed situation, there’s

a lesson to be learned these

• Price – Ford Everest

Titanium, $79,990

• Dimensions – Length,

4892mm; width, 1860mm;

height, 1837mm

• Configuration – Fourcylinder,

four-wheel-drive,

1996cc, 157kW, 500Nm,

10-speed automatic

• Performance –

0-100km/h, 9sec

• Fuel usage – 7.1l/100km

days and that is not to arrive in

Queenstown on a Friday night

at rush hour, the long slow drive

into the town from the Clutha

River bridge is painful, yet the

engine and transmission was

responsive and happy to dawdle

the last 10km.

Ford dealers have long sold

Everest, and Ranger, knowing

they have long had the engines

with the highest capacity in their

respective segments of the market:

“Bigger is better,’’ has been a

catchphrase.

Now it’s time for a change of

direction, and while the 2-litre

unit is honest and up to the mark

in every aspect, buyers may take

some convincing that it’s going to

work as well as the five-cylinder

engine that has powered Ranger,

New Zealand’s best-selling motor

vehicle for the last four years.

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F45 run 45-minute circuit training classes focused on functional

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Our sunniest month is the perfect time

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F45 Training has been open for seven

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F45 run 45-minute circuit training

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There are over 30 different workout

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“We find that the variety is what keeps

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typical programme mixes body weight

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make every single muscle work. Each day

has a different focus, with the weekdays

alternating between cardio-based sessions

and strength/resistance-based sessions.

F45 Rolleston offers four eight-week

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These challenges pair their class-based

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Daily meal plans designed by the F45

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There are mainstream, vegetarian and

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There are awesome studio and global

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We have 40 sections available at Wilfield at present. These

range from 900m 2 to 6500m 2 and are priced from $225,000.

We also have another 10 coming to the market later this year

Demand for residential sections across

Christchurch and Canterbury remains

strong as indicated by buoyant sales for

December and January.

Hamish Wheelans, director of Gillman

Wheelans, developer of several subdivisions

across Canterbury, said the level of enquiry

and sales indicated that there were plenty of

people still looking to build new homes in

the province.

Yoursection.nz has subdivisions in West

Melton (Preston Downs and Wilfield),

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been developing in this area since 2010

with the launch of Preston

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years Wilfield. In Preston

Downs we only have two

sections left in our final

stage. Both of these are

1000m 2 and are priced at

$229,500.

“In Preston Downs

we have created a total

of 360 sections and

the population of the

subdivision stands at

approximately 1000.

The growth of the subdivision reflects

the growth of West Melton. Where once

the West Melton pub was the dominant

building, we now have a magnificent

new Community and Recreation Centre,

thriving primary school, plus a supermarket

and neighbourhood retail precinct. It really

is a growth community and we are heavily

committed through our sponsorship of the

primary school and rugby club,” he said.

Residential development land in West

Melton is restricted and while there is still

land to be developed at Wilfield in future

years, once those stages are complete that

is the limit of development planned for the

area.

“We have 40 sections available at Wilfield

at present. These range from 900m 2 to

6500m 2 and are priced from $225,000.

We also have another 10 coming to the

market later this year on Ridgeland Way,

off Kingdowne Drive.”

Wheelans said that the completion of the

Southern Motorway will be well received as

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Gardening

Inject colour into your garden with geraniums

• By Henri Ham

WANT TO inject some bright

colour into a super sunny spot in

your garden? How about planting

some geraniums?

These hardy, sun-loving plants

are perfect for those prime spots

in your garden that often get too

hot or are slightly too exposed for

other flowers.

Geraniums are a cute lowspreading

plant, with flowers that

push above its foliage – like little

posies.

Try violet and bulls eye mix

varieties, they bloom in pinks,

reds, and oranges, but if you’re

after a classic white they should

be in garden centres around

March.

Now, to plant your seedlings.

Choose a well-drained, moderately

sunny spot – geraniums like

four to six hours sun a day. I like

to dig some compost or general

fertiliser through the garden first,

to give them the best possible

start.

Dig small holes 8cm deep,

roughly 25 cm apart. If you’re

after suggestions on what to grow

with your geraniums, livingstone

daisies, lobelia and alyssum are

my top picks. They all like the

same conditions and look lovely

together.

Give your geraniums a good

initial watering, and keep this up

for the first few weeks to really

help them get established. Once

you’ve got them going, you can

relax a bit more on how much

you water.

In around four to six weeks

you’ll start to see come colour

coming through on top of their

dark leaves. Deadheading your

blooms will encourage more to

come through. And pinching the

stems will promote bushier rather

than leggier flowers.

If you’re not sure what pinching

is – it’s simply breaking off the top

2cm of the growing tip of a plant

to encourage it to grow out wider,

VIVID:

Geraniums

grow well

in pots or

as bedding

plants.

before it grows up. The same

way you pinch off the very top of

your basil (and other herbs) so it

doesn’t go to seed.

Geraniums make great bedding

plants, but are also perfect for

pots. If you plant in pots, always

start with a fresh, good-quality

potting mix.

Adding stones or old broken

pots at the bottom of the pot will

help with the drainage.

If your pots are in an exposed

concrete area think about how

hot they will get during the day.

You can always elevate them

onto some wooden batons or

bricks so they don’t conduct as

much heat.

Painting the inside of a

pot can also help retain its moisture.

Remember to check what

sort of paint or seal you’re using

first and whether it’s appropriate

for plants.

Geraniums also make for a

lovely indoor pot plant. Place

them near a window and if they’re

given enough sunlight, they can

flower all year long. Now that’s

almost plant perfection.

scorching

summer

SAFER ACCESS TO INTELLIGRO

Heading north on Main South Road you will use the

Weedons Ross Road off ramp. Manion Road is just before

the railway lines on the left-hand side.

If you are heading south along Main South Road, then turn right into Curraghs

Road, and Manion Road is on your left just before the railway line. You cannot

miss our big green sign. Our team look forward to seeing you in store!

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Curraghs Road

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Alston Road

With the soaring temperatures it is a constant

battle to keep your plants and lawn in great

condition. It might be tempting to water them

through the day, but it is most effective to

water in the early morning or later evening.

While watering your lawn during the day

won’t harm it, it is very wasteful as the water

will mostly evaporate – your plant’s leaves

however - these may burn if the water stays on

them with the blaring sun on them all day.

Invest in a good-quality sprinkler, hose and

water timer. These will be great

for late night

watering. Simply

set the timer and

head off to bed –

easy.

We have a great

range in store so

come down and

have a look!

HANDY TIPS

• Consider getting a bird bath, or putting a container

out for them to play around in. they’ll love you for it.

• Remove tomato and strawberry laterals as they

appear. They serve no purpose so remove them so

the plant can get all of the benefits of the water and

nutrients for growing their produce.

• Remove all weeds as they appear so they don’t steal

water and nutrients from your plants

• Grab a paddling pool (the plastic clam shells are

great) for your furry friends. They will be feeling the

heat just as much as us and they will love playing in

the water.

Main South Road (SH1)

Proposed Christchurch Southern Motorway Stage 2 (CSM2) alignment

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Keep planting lettuce seedlings to ensure supply

• By Henri Ham

LETTUCE SALADS have been a

headliner in my kitchen lately.

This hot summer heat we’ve

been having has kept me busy

watering in the garden, but there’s

been a lot of harvesting taking

place too. This also means I’ve

had to replant lettuce seedlings

(every few weeks) to continue my

prolific supply.

The good thing is, even for the

most novice of gardeners, you

can’t go wrong planting a few

lettuces. They’re simple to grow,

quick to produce and take up

relatively little room.

I plant my lettuces all year

round, but really ramp it up from

August through to February. To

ensure I don’t get bored of any

one type, I like to constantly mix

up the varieties I plant.

Buttercrunch and cos are great

for picking off their loose leaves

as you need them. Drunken

woman and great lakes are a

larger, more classic-shaped lettuce,

that I remember from my

younger days.

What I also remember is, back

then you’d never consider picking

a few leaves here and there. You’d

always harvest the whole lettuce

head at once. How the times have

changed.

HARDY: Lettuce is easy to grow and makes a good companion

plant.

A new lettuce variety this summer

is tom thumb. It’s the perfect

little lettuce to pop in between

rows of other plants. It grows

small heads (about the size of a

baseball), which are ideal as a

gourmet lettuce for one. Contrary

to what I just said about picking

leaves off your lettuces as you

need them, tom thumb is harvested

all at once.

Tom thumb has a lovely mild,

sweet taste. But the reason it’s a

great lettuce to grow at this time

of year is it tolerates high temperatures

very well, and resists bolting.

And, being so small, makes it

a great candidate to plant in a pot,

or alongside other plants such as

leeks or beetroot.

Once you’ve got your seedlings,

look for a well-drained and

sheltered place to plant them. I

like to dig in some new compost

and sheep pallets at this point too.

Then dig some little holes – 3cm

deep and 15cm apart.

After this, simply water regularly

and watch for slugs. Smaller

pots need to be watered daily

right now or, if you’ve planted

in the ground test with your

finger for dryness. If you get one

knuckle deep and it’s dry, you’ll

know its time to water.

And for the slugs – I recommend

slug ‘beer bait’. That’s if

you’ve got any spare beer in the

house right now. It’s also a fun

activity to do with the kids.

In around four to six weeks

your tom thumbs should be ready

to be harvested. I recommend

suggest combining them with

grated zucchini, basil, parmesan

and your favourite dressing for a

fresh twist on your summer salad.

Bon appetite.

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Selwyn Speaker Series: Tips

for Young Drivers and Parents

Wednesday, 6-7.30pm

Come and learn more about

the driver licence process and

how to help your teenager learn

to drive safely.

Lincoln Library, 22 Gerald St

Outdoor Family Movies

Friday, 7-9pm

Grab your nearest and dearest

for a family-friendly movie in the

outdoors. Bring a seat, bean bag

or blanket and chill out in front

of the huge outdoor screen.

The Lincoln Green, Lincoln, and

Anderson Square, Leeston

Lantern Making

Darfield and Leeston on

Saturday, 1.30-2.30pm, Lincoln

and Rolleston on Sunday, 1.30-

2.30pm

Red lanterns are symbols

of good luck and wealth and

are seen everywhere over the

Chinese New Year. Help decorate

your library for the year of the

pig. Create a lantern for the

library or for home. Free, drop-in

only. Children under-eight must

be supervised by an adult.

Darfield Library, 1 South Tce,

Leeston Library, 19 Messines St,

Rolleston Library, 94 Rolleston

Drive, and Lincoln Library, 22

Gerald St

Email anan.zaki@starmedia.kiwi by 5pm

each Wednesday

A Month of Sundays

Sunday, 1-3pm

Relax, unwind and recharge

on a Sunday afternoon with live

music, face-painting and garden

games, or pop into the Lincoln

Library for a browse. Bring a

picnic to enjoy while listening

to an outstanding line-up of

talented musicians.

The Lincoln Green

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.

Rolleston Library, 94 Rolleston

Drive, and Lincoln Library, 22

Gerald St

Markets:

West Melton Market:

Saturday, 9am-noon. St Paul’s

Church.

Darfield Market: Saturday,

9am-1pm, opposite Challenge

Darfield, South Tce.

Lincoln Farmers and Craft

Check out the Summer Skate/Scooter Jam on Wednesday, 3.30-5.30pm. A great way

to introduce children and young people to skating with free gear hire, prizes, music and

coaching from experienced skaters from Cheapskates Skate Skool. This is a relaxed

environment which will allow participants to give it a go, cheer on their friends and family or

ease their way into skateboarding. Darfield skate park, South Tce.

Market: Saturday, 10am-1pm,

Gerald St.

Running groups:

Rolleston Road Runners:

Monday registration from

6.15pm for a 6.30pm start. 2.5km

and 5km options in Foster Park,

next to the gravel car park beside

the playground.

Lincoln Road Runners:

Tuesday registration from

5.40pm, starts at 6pm. 3km

or 6km events. Starts outside

Coffee Culture on Gerald St.

3km or 6km options. Gold coin

donation.

Malvern Road Runners:

Tuesday registration, starts

at 5.45pm for a 6pm start.

3km and 6km options and

a 1.5km over summer. Meet

at McHughs Plantation in

the summer.

Ellesmere Road Runners:

Wednesday registration from

5.45pm, starts at 6pm. 3km

or 6km walk or run. Starts

from Leeston Physiotherapy.

Foster Park Run: Saturday

from 7.50am. Free weekly timed

5km run, jog or walk. Register at

www.parkrun.co.nz/foster and

don’t forget your barcode. Starts

at Foster Park in Rolleston.

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Apple computers, iPad,

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Further details phone

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Firewood

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• Air Conditioning • Alternators

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• Diagnostics • Lighting • Batteries

Mobile Auto Electrician

022 644 9664

Farmlands Card Accepted

Classifieds Contact us today Phone our local team 03 379 1100

Funeral Directors

Gardening

& Supplies

ellesmere

lions

Pea straw

now available

We deliver:

Small bales $6

Medium squares

(equivalent of

10 small bales)

$50

Contact

alex Hayward

03 324 4094

Non-Service Cremation $2,050

Just Funerals, a family owned and

operated company with qualified,

registered and experienced staff.

Other services also

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call to enquire.

Phone 0800 804 663 - 24 Hour Availability

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Log Fires

Pellet Fires

Heat Pumps

Sales

Service

Installations

Free Quotes

03 343 1651

472 Blenheim Rd

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Need a hand?

✤ Lawns & Edges

✤ Landscaping

✤ Gardening

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✤ Handyman Jobs

✤ Casual or One Off

Phone Mike Lineton

022 341 8848

Your local

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Call Tony Dempsey

Phone 03 325 3256

Mobile 0274 323 943

Select Services

To Lease

LAND or Paddock

wanted to lease. Long

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trailer.

Must be in Christchurch

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PH 0275 356 583

Trades & Services

Est

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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

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GIB STOPPING | FENCING

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SMALL DIGGER WORK

DRIVEWAYS & CONCRETE REPAIRS

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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.

Trades & Services

UDI PAINTING &

DECORATING

For all painting and

decorating services.

Fully Qualified

• Interior &

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• Wallpapering

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All work guaranteed

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Contact Udi Aale

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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

Trades & Services

ROOF

PAINTING

Rope & harness

a speciality,

no scaffolding

required,

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experience.

FREE QUOTES

Exterior staining,

exterior painting,

moss and mould

treatment and

waterblasting

Phone Kevin

027 561 4629

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

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Trades & Services

•Re Roofing

•Roof Repairs

•Spouting

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Over 30 years experience

Licensed Building Practitioner

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Ph: 349 9778 or 0275 389 415

Email: nabroofing@xtra.co.nz

Gardens & Landscaping

Painting & Decorating

Fencing & Decks

Paths & Paving

Bathroom & Kitchen

Renovations

For a free no obligation quote

Call Bruce now 0800 248 229

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EQC Quotes, Repairs and

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The genuine custom made

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Pressed Panel Doors, Ribline doors, Tilt doors, Roller Doors,

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Phone: 0800 661 366 • Fax: 03 347 8363

Factory: 276 Larcombs Road, R.D. 8 Weedons,

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Trades & Services

Licensed

Builder

LBP 35 years building

in the Selwyn area

Extensions/alterations

Kitchens Bathroom

Joinery shopfitting

Farm buildings

maintenance

Decks and pergolas

Contact Barry:

027 2626 867

or 03 329 5506

Trades & Services

BUILDER

35 yrs exp. All types of

building from concrete

work to finishing. Also gib

stopping & painting.

Selwyn Based. Ph Bruce

027 2742792

Trades & Services

ACE HIGH

PLUMBING

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Decks, T & G Flooring,

Villa Restoring, New

Homes, Weatherboards.

Free Quotes. Bennet &

Sons Ltd Sam 027 496-

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Gasfitting

Drainlaying

Blocked Drains

Log Fires,

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Phone

021 454 864

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SELWYN TIMES

Classifieds Contact us today Phone our local team 03 379 1100

Trades & Services

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• Auger Hole Drilling

• Land Clearing & Development

• Culvert Installation • Construction Site Works

• Tree & Hedge Removal • Concrete Breaker

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• A creative craftsman who is

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• Quotes the job, does the job

• Works with all budgets

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Driveways

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Phone: 0800 081 400

Mob: 0274 325 457

Wide range

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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

(Since 2005)

• Tennis Courts &

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• Chip Seal Driveways

• Diggers – 2 Ton

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For a Free Quote

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Phone Steve on 021 338 247

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landscaping

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Construction and

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You can have your gardens, trees,

shrubs, plants and lawns maintained to look their best

all year round, for a great price.

Residential & Commercial Landscaping

• Maintenance • Pruning • Reconstruction & Rejuvenation

• Rental Property and Commercial Maintenance

• Pre-Sale Tidy-Ups

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• Quality • Value for money • Experienced • Punctual

• Professional • Flexible • Knowledgeable • Reliable

Call Ross Legg - 027 222 0388

Email ross@revivelandscaping.co.nz

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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

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

lANDSCAPiNg

Paving, Lawns, Irrigation,

Decking, Fencing.

Kanga & small digger

services. Check out Squire

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FREE QUOTES. Ph

Arthur 347-8796, 027

220-7014 Edwin 027 220-

7154

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Paving, Lawns, Irrigation,

Decking, Fencing.

Kanga & small digger

services. Check out Squire

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FREE QUOTES. Ph

Arthur 347-8796, 027

220-7014 Edwin 027 220-

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laying needs. Friendly

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Practitioner phone Devon

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Renovations, New Houses,

Hot Water Cylinders,

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Upgrades, Laundries,

General Maintenance ,

Water Filters. Phone Mark

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STUMP gRiNDiNg

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TiliNg

Flooring - Splashbacks

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master tiler, ph Dave 027

334 4125

WiNDOW ClEANiNg

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Family owned since 2001.

Ph Paul 027 229 3534

Wanted To Buy

HUNTAWAY working

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Classifieds

Situations Sporting Notices Vacant

LINCOLN

NETBALL CLUB

Coaching expressions of interest

open for the 2019 season.

All grades

Contact Tracie Lucas

lincolnnetballpresident2018@gmail.com

Situations Vacant

Building Contractor

Looking for a Change?

Want to run your own business with minimal staff?

Contractor looking for additional work?

Builder looking for waged employment?

How does it work:

• All sites and floor preparation is completed with pack delivered to site

• Excellent contract rates with payments made on a weekly basis

• Or waged employees considered

What you will need:

• An excellent work ethic and pride in your work

• Prime focus on customer satisfaction and quality workmanship

• Strict adherence to Health and Safety regulations

• Excellent communication with Customers and our Project Manager

Company:

Totalspan is an established market leader in the supply and erection of steel framed

buildings, backed by our parent company Spanbild Ltd. Due to demand and the continued

increase in our workload we need the services of additional builders to erect our buildings.

While previous experience in steel framing is desirable it is not essential.

Contact:

Please email a brief resume and letter of introduction to christchurch@totalspan.co.nz

DRIVETECH LTD

“TRAINING TOMORROW’S

DRIVERS TODAY”

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(Terms & conditions apply)

Train with a knowledgeable, experienced

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Courses in Christchurch, Invercargill, Cromwell

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OTHER COURSES/LICENCES &

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Driving related Health & Safety training.

Passenger, Logbook & Load Security training.

FREEPHONE 0508 2 DRIVE (37483) OR 03 348 8481

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Contact us today

Operations

Coordinator

Part time - Lincoln

Have you got a “give it a go” attitude?

Do you enjoy using your initiative and providing support

where needed?

Have you got exceptional admin and multi-tasking

skills?

AgFirst provides a wide range of services, primarily to the rural sector.

They have New Zealand’s largest network of agricultural, horticultural

and traffic engineering consultants, providing high quality service

and solutions to ensure that New Zealand’s primary industries remain

competitive on the world stage.

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join AgFirst Canterbury. This team

provides traffic information data to organisations (councils, government

departments, developers, etc.) around the country.

The Operations Coordinator is responsible for providing general support

to the AgFirst Managing Director. This is a diverse role with many varied

tasks, areas of responsibility include: contract administration, equipment

and asset management, health and safety and quality administration,

liaising with clients and sub-contractors, and monthly reporting.

We seek interest from applicants with the following:

• Ability to work autonomously and with great initiative.

• Well-developed computer skills and previous experience managing

large database.

• Ability to think ahead and problem solve.

• Great time management and organising abilities.

• Good flexibility and adaptability.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and successful

business.

This position is part-time, 25 hours per week, over 4 days.

To register your interest, please send your CV and covering letter

to trafficdata@agfirsttraffic.co.nz or, for a confidential discussion,

contact Emma on 027 586 8539.

Applications close noon Monday 18th February.

Abbeyfield Ellesmere

- Leeston

We are seeking a Relief Housekeeper

to join our team in Leeston.

The person we seek will have a keen interest in:

• The support and welfare of our residents

• Be a good cook and able to produce varied and

nutritious meals in conjunction with the House

Keeper’s meal plan

• Be able to work weekends and occasional

weekdays to cover holidays

• Some cleaning and care of communal areas

• Preferably have some experience in meal

preparation, time management and seniors care

This position is available immediately.

For further information please contact:

Murray Stephens

waipuna.bc@scorch.co.nz

3291 898

or Gwynn Thomson

gwynnt@gmail.com

027 2288 058

Situations Vacant

Show

home

Guide

Homes by Parklane

“Standout Homes for an

Outstanding Price”

Flemington, Lincoln

6 Craig Thompson Drive

Thurs & Fri 1pm - 4pm

Sat & Sun 12pm - 4pm

Wigram

2 Harvard Avenue

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



M-A

‘The

MATSON & ALLAN

REAL ESTATE LIMITED

Selwyn

Experts’

SELWYN TIMES

Residential

Lifestyle

Rural Property

Licensed REAA2008

ROLLESTON - 75C Lowes Road

RARE OPPORTUNITY WITH 4 CAR

GARAGING!

• Fabulous executive living

• Four double bedrooms

• Large master bedroom with WIR and ensuite

• Gas hot water and cooking

• Separate laundry

• Ample internal storage

• Substantial 1290sqm section

• Four car internal access garage

• Enviable and convenient location

Jackie Derrick Mb 027 636 3576

jackie@marealestate.co.nz

OPEN HOME

Viewing: Sun 2.15pm - 2.45pm

Price: Neg Over $669,000

View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0495

NEW LISTING

ROLLESTON - 64 Lowes Road

LOCATION SUN PRIVACY & PARKING

– BE QUICK!

• Three Large double bedrooms

• Master bedroom with ensuite and WIR

• Double glazing, log burner with heat transfer

system

• North facing & light filled

• Electric wind sensor awning/security doors with

dead locks

• Large 851m2 private & secure section with pop

up irrigation

• Separate laundry & double internal access garage

• Parking space for caravan or boat Jackie Derrick Mb 027 636 3576


OPEN HOME

Viewing: Sun 3.00 – 3.30pm



NEW LISTING

ROLLESTON - 76 Othello Drive

IDYLLIC SETTING WITH GENEROUS

PARKING

• Private and idyllic setting

• Four bedrooms

• Master with WIR and ensuite

• Separate lounge with log burner

• Kitchen/dining/living area

• Double internal access garage

• Additional parking for boat or caravan

• Private, established and idyllic 875m 2 section

• Convenient central location



OPEN HOME




NEW LISTING

ROLLESTON - 7 Juliet Place

HIGHLY DESIRABLE ON A

FABULOUS SECTION

• Spacious and desirable 230sqm home

• Four double bedrooms

• Study nook

• Master bedroom with WIR and ensuite

• Well-appointed kitchen with premium appliances

• Tw o separate living areas

• Separate laundry

• Fabulous outdoor entertaining area

• Large private and secure 889m2 section

• Central and convenient location

OPEN HOME

Viewing: Sun 1.30 – 2.00pm





NEW LISTING

ROLLESTON - 29 Othello Drive

KEENLY PRICED FOR A QUICK SALE –

HURRY!

• 190m 2 spacious home on well sited fenced 777m 2

section

• 3 large bedrooms, master with ensuite & WIR,

ample storage

• Double internal drive through garage with attic

storage & pull down ladder

• Heat pump, HRV, recently installed curtains and

blinds

• Zoned for Rolleston Primary School & Rolleston

College

• Walking distance to Rolleston Township –

don’t delay!


Asking Price: $525,000


Jo Barrett Mb 021 859 006

jo@marealestate.co.nz

OPEN HOME

ROLLESTON - 62 Branthwaite Drive

SMART BUYING ON BRANTHWAITE

• Brand new property

• Modern kitchen with premium benchtops,

induction hob and ample storage

• Interactive dining and living area

• Separate living area

• Four bedrooms are generous in size

• Master offering stylish ensuite and walk in robe

• Double glazing and heat pump (yet to be

installed)

• Clearview primary school zone

• RV $620,000

OPEN HOME

Viewing: Sun 12pm - 12.30pm




Jo Barrett Mb 021 859 006

KIRWEE - 4 Thomas Street

LIVE THE KIRWEE DREAM

• Stunning 320m2 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

TAI TAPU - 479 Old Tai Tapu Road

BARELAND 21.3174 HA (52.6 ACRES)

• A combination of heavy fertile flats and drier elevated easy hill that

offers superb views across the Canterbury Plains

• A real opportunity to develop into a productive cattle fattening block

Deadline Sale: All Offers to be presented on

or before 4pm, Thursday 28th February 2019


Chris Flanagan

Mb 027 433 4657

chris@marealestate.co.nz

OPEN HOME


Price: $649,000


Paul Robinson Mb 021 277 2690

paul@marealestate.co.nz

DARFIELD - 15 Piako Drive

GARDEN OF EDEN

• Wonderfully appointed permanent material

quality built 230sqm home

• 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, country living at its best

• Open plan kitchen and dining

• 2 large living areas

• Log fire and heat pump for warmth and comfort

• Double garaging with internal access

• Low maintenance gardens to be envied by

anyone

OPEN HOME

Viewing: Sun 1.00 - 1.30pm

Price: $739,000


Paul Robinson Mb 021 277 2690

paul@marealestate.co.nz

NEW LISTING

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

Juliet Flanagan

027 490 8019

the BeSt PRoPeRtieS AcRoSS

the SeLWYn DiStRict

INSIDE

PUBLiSheD eVeRY WeDneSDAY

Week commencing WeDneSDAY, 13th FeBRUARY 2019

NEW LISTING

OPEN HOME

Peaceful Private Oasis

Ever dreamed of leaving it all behind and buying a lifestyle

block? If so this lovely four bedroom, two bathroom

modernised farmhouse with its orchard, chook house,

mature trees, lawns and gardens might be just the motivating

factor for embracing the pleasures of rural living.

With ten fertile acres, a multitude of sheds, including seven

bays, a work shop and a concrete floored header shed, this

established property offers excellent opportunities and

value.

Only minutes from the friendly rural town of Leeston and 30

mins from Christchurch this property is extremely private

and peaceful as it is surrounded by large cropping fields with

all neighbours a considerable distance away.

Currently, a successful peony flower business is run from

the property. If interested in this industry the vendors are

open to the possibility of enabling the purchaser to continue

running this exciting profitable business.

Viewing will impress and we recommend you make an

appointment to visit at your earliest convenience.

M-A

MATSON & ALLAN

REAL ESTATE LIMITED

tO be sOld bY deadline

Private treatY

Offers to be presented on or before 4pm,

Monday 4th March 2019

www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0501

cameron Mcrae

contact:

M 027 7696 696

W 03 324 3704

E cameron@marealestate.co.nz

63 cOOPers rOad, leestOn

OPen HOMe sun 17 tH feb 2.45PM – 3.30PM

TORLESSE ESTATE – 1 Hectare blocks

Creyke road, darfield

• 11 one hectare blocks

• Post & rail fencing now complete for Stage 1

• Magnificent views

• Power, telephone, fibre and town water to

the boundary

M-A

MATSON & ALLAN

REAL ESTATE LIMITED

‘The Selwyn

• Restrictive covenants in place to protect your

investment

• Close to all Darfield amenities

Price: $295,000


FOR MORE INFORMATION

CONTACT:

Chris Flanagan

Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Mobile: 0274 334 657

Experts’ Office: 03 347 9949

E-mail: chris@marealestate.co.nz

RESIDENTIAL | LIFESTYLE | RURAL PROPERTY

Licensed REAA2008

ROLLESTON PH: 03 347 9949 LEESTON PH: 03 324 3704 DARFIELD PH: 03 318 8204 www.marealestate.co.nz

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New to the market!

126 Kivers Road, Burnham

100503m2 4 3 2 4

So Many Options...126 Kivers Rd offers a truly

unique lifestyle with income opportunity. Currently

operating as an Equestrian Facility, with appropriate

business consent in place, there is huge breadth to

further the burgeoning business (financials available).

Alternatively, the future may lie in a multitude of

ventures, with the spectacular 70m x 45m shed the hub

of the operation.

Presently boasting two outdoor arenas, huge indoor

arena, concrete floor stables and tack area, ladies and

gents shower and bathroom facilities, office/foyer and

social room along with self-contained three bedroom

and one bedroom units, you may choose to maximise

the potential of the current business, or alternatively

convert the shed space to suit another commercial or

agricultural opportunity.

Complementing the stunning property and facilities

is a substantial and well-appointed lifestyle home.

Set amongst established grounds, the four-bedroom

(three with ensuite and walk-in robe) plus office, home

provides a family retreat. Open plan kitchen and living

flow out to the covered outdoor entertaining space, with

fantastic views to the Southern Alps. A separate lounge

allows flexibility, while central heating radiators and

Yunca gas fire ensure year-round comfort.

An easy commute to Christchurch City or the

International Airport, and just minutes to Rolleston or

the Main South Highway this property presents a genuine

opportunity that will appeal to equestrian enthusiasts,

contractors or savvy business owners. Our owners

instructions are clear, this must be SOLD - call today for a

private viewing or further information.

Deadline Treaty Wednesday 27 February 4:00 p.m

(Unless Sold Prior)

Viewing by appointment

Call the Steve’s for more infomation

Stevie Golding Steve Alfeld

P 021 083 04660 P 0210 2402 528

Consider

A Fresh Approach to selling

your lifestyle property.

Stevie Golding

Steve Alfeld

P 021 083 04660 P 0210 2402 528

stevie.golding@harcourts.co.nz

steve.alfeld@harcourts.co.nz

Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Your home for local property

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Belfast Hanmer Springs Hornby Kaiapoi

Lincoln Rangiora

Rolleston The Palms

0800 789 1011

fourseasons@harcourts.co.nz

Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Your home for local property

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Sponsorship Draw

Our way of thanking our community who support us

If you are local and are fundraising, enter our

sponsorship draw by emailing your request

to amanda.cherry@raywhite.com before

Thursday 28th March 2019

to be included.

The draw will be held on

Friday 29th March 2019

Our recent support

Heart Kids Day Out Variety Show

Rolleston Warriors Rugby League Club

Selwyn Libraries Prize Giving Night

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd Licensed (REAA 2088)

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Due to continued success as Selwyn’s leading

Real Estate team, we need more homes

to satisfy these genuine waiting buyers.

Please, if you can help, call us today

West Melton/Weedons

4 hectares land

4-5 bedroom home 250-300m2

Price $850,000 - $$1,200,000

Contact

Frank Dowle 027 528 0480

frank.dowle@raywhite.com

Lincoln

3 bedrooms

2 livng areas

Section with room for a caravan

Price $550,000 - $585,000

Contact

Melanie Elliott 027 635 2643

melanie.elliott@raywhite.com

Rolleston

4 plus bedrooms

Good size house

Section size over1200m2

Price up to $800,000’s

Contact

Leisa Webster 027 722 5537

leisa.webster@raywhite.com

Lincoln

4 bedrooms + study

OR 4 bedrooms + 3 car garaging

ideally in Ararira Springs School zone

Price around $650,000

Contact

Tanya Marillier 027 383 3844

tanya.marillier@raywhite.com

Rolleston/West Melton

4 bedrooms

Off street parking for a caravan

Section 900m2 minimum

Price up to $750,000

Contact

Sarah Booth 027 527 8258

sarah.booth@raywhite.com

Prebbleton

4 bedrooms

3 car garaging



Contact

Zelda Potgieter 022 311 6931

zelda.potgieter@raywhite.com

Prebbleton

4 bedrooms, 3 car garage

Settlement in April

Section approximately 850m2

Price $900,000 - $1,000,000

Contact



Prebbleton

3 bedrooms



Contact



Lincoln

3-4 bedrooms

Section 700m2 or bigger


Needed in next 4 weeks!

Contact

Trina Rea 027 424 6901

trina.rea@raywhite.com

Prebbleton/Rolleston/

Lincoln/ Tai Tapu

Section up to 800m2

Not in a sub-division


Contact



Rolleston

2-3 bedrooms

Small section

Central location

Price $400,000 to $460,000

Contact



Lincoln

3 bedrooms

2 living

Liffey Springs area

Price $550,000 - $600,000

Contact



Rolleston

4-5 bedrooms, 3 car garage

Off-street parking for a boat


Price $600,000 - $800,000

Contact

Mandie Ashwell 027 552 4478

mandie.ashwell@raywhite.com

Weedons

3-4 bedrooms

Weedons School Zone

Land size 2-4 hectares

Price up to $1,000,000

Contact

Frank Dowle 027 528 0480

frank.dowle@raywhite.com

Outskirts of Rolleston

Bare land block

5000m2 to 5 acres

Contact

Mandie Ashwell 027 552 4478

mandie.ashwell@raywhite.com

Rolleston/ Lincoln/

Springston

3-4 bedrooms, prefer o/s garage



Contact

Nick Booth 027 306 3186

nick.booth@raywhite.com

Rolleston

Townhouse, 3 bedrooms

Low maintenance

Easy care smaller sction


Contact

Emma Langton-George 027 555 0568

emma.langton-george@raywhite.com

Selwyn

3 plus bedrooms

Land 4ha or greater


Contact



Rolleston

4 bedrooms

Ideally with 2 living areas & a WIP



Contact

Amanda Cherry 027 340 6955

amanda.cherry@raywhite.com

Selwyn

3 bedroom lifestyle property

Land 1- 5 acres

Price $450,000 - $600,000

Contact

‘Big Red’ Shefford 027 224 4733

brendan.shefford@raywhite.com

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

Contact us now for a no obligation appraisal

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

Ph: 03 347 9988

www.rwrolleston.co.nz, www.rwwestmelton.co.nz, www.rwlincoln.co.nz

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

Modern Design and Comfort-Here It Is!

Deadline brought forward!

WEB ID LEU66544

LEESTON

22 Friars Lane

This beautifully designed 377m2 family home is available

now. And there`s plenty of room for all the family and

friends with 6 bedrooms and sprawling living spaces.

The kitchen area offers a 6-burner gas hob, walk-in

pantry and large central breakfast island and, with the

open-plan living/dining area with log fire, this is a

perfect `family-hub`. The indoor/outdoor flow from here

onto the spacious, sheltered veranda makes entertaining

and alfresco dining a real pleasure. This property has so

much to offer and could be your wonderful `forever

home`!

Private sanctuary

View By Appointment

Penny Dadson-Clausen

Mobile 027 895 5943

Office 03 929 0306

pennyd@pb.co.nz

BUYERS $895,000+

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WEB ID ROU66454

HEI HEI

14 Aurora Street

Recently refreshed throughout, this three double

bedroom light filled home with polished wood floors

comprising an open plan lounge, modern kitchen and

dining area is sure to delight. Separate toilet, bathroom

and laundry.

Two Heat Pumps warm this home, along with the HRV

system and underfloor/ceiling insulation, making your

winter months warm as toast. Added bonus of a

conservatory, which is a great extra living space.

Single garage plus studio, covered patio area and a large

deck great for summer entertaining among the

beautifully landscaped gardens.

Let me entertain you!

VIEW Sunday 17 Feb 11.00 - 11.30am

April Nicholls

Mobile 027 737 6474

april@pb.co.nz

BUYERS $400,000+

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WEB ID ROU66338

ROLLESTON

46A Marlowe Place

Tucked away in a quiet 896m2 (incl ROW) rear setting it

really feels like you're in your own wee world. With

striking appeal as you walk through the gate you will be

breath-taken by the designer landscaping and the large

sun soaked decking and patio.

Features include:

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 living areas

• Master with WIR, ensuite and lovely garden views

• Free-standing oven with gas hob

• Log burner with heat transfer and heat pump

• Large sheltered courtyard and BBQ area & outdoor fire

View By Appointment

Sarah Yeates

Mobile 027 447 2719

Office 03 929 0306

sarahy@pb.co.nz

BUYERS $565,000+

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WEB ID ROU66347

LEESTON

36 Market Street

Well maintained and easy to enjoy, you will be forgiven

to think you have escaped the city to your very own log

cabin in the woods! It's a dream home to live in with a

spacious open plan kitchen/ dining living room with high

A framed ceilings and large log burner for cosy winter

nights. The outdoor entertaining area has been well

thought out and offers a variety of options for

entertaining friends, family and guests including a small

outdoor bar. Back inside the three bedrooms are all

doubles, with the master boasting French doors to its

own sheltered sitting area.

VIEW Sunday 17 Feb 3.30 - 4.00pm

Angela Hunt

Mobile 021 548 777

angela.hunt@pb.co.nz

BUYERS $429,000+

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Looking for a Property?

What really counts

You are in the market for a new property,

scrolling the Internet, examining

properties for sale and zeroing in on

those with potential. They might be

in locations that offer cheaper land,

larger houses, or convenience to work

or school. You may have visited show

homes and open homes becoming

confused, overwhelmed or swept

away with emotional factors like having

everything new, or extra features such

as three car garaging.

To be happy with your choice, list the

features that you need, considering:

; Family space – Is there room for

the children to play indoors and

for television and entertainment

units? Should this be open plan or

separated?

; Kitchen – What needs to be in your

kitchen? How serious are you about

a butler’s pantry? Is it a whim or

something that offers a practical

solution to the way you use your

kitchen?

; Bedroom sizes – What are optimum

sizes? Smaller bedrooms may

translate to slightly lower building

costs while extra space can be

useful. When looking at existing

homes, consider whether the size of

each bedroom is sufficient.

; Garaging – A standard double

garage once two cars are parked

there offers little space for the toys.

What toys do you have and could

they live with the lawnmower in a

garden shed, a cheaper option to

three car garaging? If the budget

allows and a larger garage with

workshop is important, make it a

selection priority.

; Size of land – Lifestyle properties

offer space for children, pets,

hobbies, an expansive garden and

perhaps a home-run business but

they require work so are not for

everyone and a compact section

might be more sensible if a tight

budget or busy lifestyle.

; Bathrooms – Second and third

bathrooms are great in homes with

teenagers and a wet shower room is

ideal for young children. A bath might

be fashionable though is often not

used and its absence could mean a

more spacious bathroom.

; Laundry – Would a laundry in the

garage do the job?

; Storage – How much storage do you

need? Weigh up what can truly be

stored in the garage once vehicles

are in, a preference in winter.

Garages vary in size so check the

size to ensure your vehicles will fit.

Look also at where else the house

offers storage capacity such as in

hall cupboards, a large hot water

cylinder cupboard, wardrobes (check

their width and depth), walk-in robe,

attic storage trusses, as well as the

potential for hooks and shelving in

the garage for bikes, tools, garden

equipment and even kayaks.

; Off-street parking – How many

vehicles can be parked on the

driveway? Will this space be

sufficient?

; Garden - Is there sufficient space

for your children to play or for

entertaining?

A checklist will allow you to determine

what will suit your needs, the point of

the exercise, saving you time looking at

properties or potential house designs

while assisting you to decide whether

to buy a new or existing home with

both options having advantages and

disadvantages.

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

Stand out from the crowd!

A bargain price!

WEB ID ROU65248

ROLLESTON

15 Tiny Hill Drive

Our owners have spent a lot of time & consideration

into creating this beautiful home that is bound to tick all

the boxes. With three oversized double bedrooms, this

home is perfect for those who have teenagers or unistudents,

or even a possible empty nester. The Master

also boasts a lovely ensuite, walk in robe and sliders out

to the wooden deck. The internal access oversized

double garage is carpeted, and leads straight through to

the kitchen, making unpacking the groceries a bit

easier!

DEADLINE SALE

VIEW Sunday 17 Feb 12.15 - 12.45pm

DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 14th February, 2019 at

6.00pm, (unless sold prior)

Angela Hunt

Mobile 021 548 777


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WEB ID ROU65623

LEESTON

35 Chapman Street

This beautiful home is set on a manageable 609m2

section with an easy care garden boasting mature trees

which sitting outside on a summer's day is a welcome

relief to the heat and creates a wonderful park like oasis

for you to enjoy. Sited perfectly to make the most of the

all-day sun, this light and bright home is warm and

inviting from the moment you step inside. The trendy

kitchen has fantastic storage, gas hot water, wall oven

and dish draws, perfect for either a family or couple.

View By Appointment

Angela Hunt

Mobile 021 548 777


Penny Dadson-Clausen

Mobile 027 895 5943

Office 03 929 0306

pennyd@pb.co.nz

$455,000

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For Sale - Rolleston

Offers Invited

Licensed Agents REA Act 2008

A Refreshing Approach To Real Estate...

Four Car Garage Potential - 5 Bellbird Place, Rolleston

Privately situated in a small, select cul de sac of established, quality homes; this near

new, 4-year old family home of 263sqm offers a lifestyle to be envied.

Set on 888sqm, fully fenced section with an extensive patio with built-in pizza oven

and heaps of space for the family’s enjoyment. Large, open-plan living/dining/

kitchen, four bedrooms, ensuite and full family bathroom, and internal access double

garage. Separate studio/sleepout - ideal for the growing family. This building offers

opportunity to create 4-car garaging.

Be quick for this one!

Licensed Agents REA Act 2008

Open Home

Sunday

1.30pm-

2.00pm

Brent Miles

03 343 9482

027 432 6512 www.glassmiles.co.nz/GMR11214

Glass Miles Real Estate was established over 20 years ago to

service the Canterbury area. Our focus has always been to provide

top quality service which has resulted in our becoming one of the

leading ‘Independent’ Realtors in Canterbury.

We are proud to introduce Janette and Mike Wilson, who

between them have approximately 50 years’ combined real

estate experience. Janette and Mike live in Selwyn and specialise

in selling Residential, Lifestyle and Investment Properties.

If you are considering selling, or would like

real estate advice, please give them a call.

They would love to help.

Janette Wilson

021 268 3978

371 5040

Mike Wilson AREINZ

027 432 0333

343 9493

Selling Selwyn and City Wide

RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL

OPEN HOME

OPEN HOME

DARFIELD 30B Mclaughlins Road

Superior Townhouse

This tidy townhouse set on a back section is built of Oamaru

Stone with a Colorsteel roof and double-glazed windows.

Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, large open-plan living area,

conservatory and double garage. Walking distance to shops.

$465,000 GST Inclusive

VIEW 1.00-1.30pm, Sunday 17 February

Min Cookson

M 027 249 5417

E min.cookson@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz/DAR29754

FOR LEASE

ROLLESTON 1/51 Wild Road

Private And Peaceful

ENQUIRIES OVER $900,000

GST Inclusive

VIEW Sunday 2.00-2.30pm

This beautifully presented home sits on 4 hectares. The

entranceway leads you through to the modern kitchen

and a large family room/dining area and through

again to a large formal lounge. There are three

bedrooms, master with en suite and walk-in robe, an

office, extra large double garage, good storage and an

extra toilet in the garage. Mature garden with a

sleepout and a 9 x 5m swimming pool for those hot

days.

Min Cookson

M 027 249 5417

E min.cookson@pggwrightson.co.nz

SHEFFIELD Waimakariri Gorge Road

Quality Lease Available

• 44.2552 hectares of bare land fenced into 12 paddocks

• Quality Templeton and Lismore soils

• Stock water is supplied from council stockwater races

• 3 year lease with right of renewal for a further 3 years

DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Closes

2.00pm, Wednesday 20 February

VIEW By Appointment Only

Sam Davidson M 027 488 8269

E sdavidson@pggwrightson.co.nz

Mark Clyne M 027 531 2964

E mark.clyne@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz/DAR29789

pggwre.co.nz/CHR29657

PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008

Helping grow the country

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How to sell your

parents’ home

There are lots of tough things about

getting older. One of the most confronting

is realising that the people who raised you

are now in need of help themselves. Selling

the home of your parents, particularly

if they are in poor health, can be a very

fraught time if you’re not prepared for it.

If your parents are getting to the stage

where their much-loved family home is

too much for them, it’s a good idea to start

talking to them about what they want to

do before you start thinking about the

steps you need to take to help them out.

1. LEARN ABOUT THE LEGAL

STUFF You need to find out as much as

you can about your parents’ home and

legal affairs. Do they own the home, or is

it owned by a family trust? They may be

of the era when there was only one name

(usually the man’s) on the title deed – and

it may make things easier down the track

if that is updated. If the property is owned

by a family trust, you’ll need to talk to the

trust’s lawyer about how to proceed.

Are your parents’ wills up to date? Is

there a power of attorney identified in case

they become incapacitated? These can be

uncomfortable conversations to have, but

it’s far better to discuss these issues now.

It may be that your parents haven’t dealt

with a lawyer since they bought the house

– it’s a good idea to get one on the team

now. Under the Anti-Money Laundering

legislation, confirming the identity of

parties is now a more significant step in

property transactions. If your parents

don’t have a passport or other modern

forms of identification you may need to go

through a more involved process with the

lawyer. It’s a good idea to find out about

this earlier in the process so there are no

surprises later on.

2. LEARN ABOUT THE PROPERTY

It can be helpful to get an idea of the

current market value of the home before

you start planning to sell – and planning

for your parents’ next move. You can

research online, pay for a valuation by

a registered property valuer or ask local

real estate agents for a current market

appraisal. Be realistic about what can be

done to get the best price and consider

whether there are time constraints. We

recommend getting a valuation done

by a registered property valuer if you or

another family member are thinking they

might buy the property. This is also useful

if family members have differing views of

its value.

3. LEARN ABOUT THE PROCESS

Do some informal market research

about real estate agents in the area and

arrange to talk to a couple of them about

your parents’ situation. Unless they have

specifically requested otherwise, make sure

your parents are part of this conversation.

Many real estate agents will have had a

lot of experience dealing with people in

similar situations and they will recognise

this is a potentially stressful time.

Licensed real estate agents are obligated

to act in good faith and deal fairly with

both buyers and sellers. This means they

must use their good judgement when

dealing with older people. If neither you

or your siblings live close by, it can be

useful to identify a trusted person who can

accompany your parents to any meetings

with the real estate agent or lawyer. Ask for

all meetings to be documented so you are

all on the same page. This can be especially

useful if you are having to convey

information to other family members. Any

documents requiring signing, such as the

agency or sale and purchase agreement,

should be reviewed by the lawyer first to

ensure your parents are making the best

decisions.

Before you decide to proceed with an

agent, ask them how they propose to

market the property and arrange any

viewings or open homes.

4. LEARN TO TAKE ONE STEP AT A

TIME If there are minor jobs that need to

be done, or major decluttering, work out a

plan to get this done in a way that doesn’t

cause your parents undue stress. Selling a

property is a bit like eating the proverbial

elephant. Do it one little bit at a time and

you’ll get the job done.

For independent guidance and

information on buying or selling, check

out settled.govt.nz.

REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS

18 William Street, Rolleston

150 Lowes Road, Rolleston Perfectly Positioned

Seriously Selling!

ENquIRIES ovER $564,000

Offering a perfect fit for contemporary lifestyles this

four-bedroom family home with 3 car garaging offers

excellent levels of comfort and is conveniently positioned

near a wealth of amenities in central Rolleston. Instantly

appealing and beautifully presented, the property enjoys a

tastefully decorated interior which hosts a blend of family

and formal living areas. The well-maintained gardens are

fully fenced and provide a delightful green outlook from

the patio. Located just a few moments’ drive from in-zone

Clearview Primary, Foster Park, Selwyn Aquatic Centre and

Rolleston Square, high levels of interest are expected, and

prospective purchasers are advised to act quickly. Contact

Mike now for more information and your opportunity to

view.

Offers Over $465,000

Scouting for Size?

With space to burn both inside and out, this three-bedroom home on a quarter acre section is a picture of

classic style and has a mix of neutral décor and modern convenience while retaining some old world charm.

With interconnecting living spaces, the open plan kitchen and dining area is a welcoming centre to the home

while the lounge is a relaxing spot that can be closed off or opened up as the occasion requires. An ultra-low

emission wood burner and HRV system provides comfort throughout seasons. The large section provides loads

of space for outdoor entertaining. The covered patio setting also incorporates a spa pool and pizza oven perfect

for relaxing with family and friends. The four-car garage, large carport and off-street parking will undoubtedly

cater to your storage, hobby or work from home requirements. If you like character and need sheds galore, then

this needs to be on your ‘Must See’ list. In this price range these offerings don’t last long. Set Date of Sale : all

offers to be presented 5pm 27th Feb 2019 (if not sold prior). Contact Mike today to view.

32 Kawari Drive, Pegasus

ENquIRIES ovER $449,000

Superb Presentation,

Alluring Location!

Settled upon a sun-soaked and low-maintenance corner

section, this four-bedroom home exudes modern

appeal & enjoys a brilliant configuration to ensure

absolute ease of living. Open plan with four bedrooms

this home is bathed in natural light & decorated using

a desirable selection of neutral tones. The Pegasus

community is warm and welcoming and features various

amenities including the nearby shops, a school and the

area’s centrally positioned lake. If you’re yearning for

a hassle-free lifestyle in a wonderful neighbourhood

setting away from the city, then this property is sure

to capture your eye. Set date of sale: all offers to be

presented 5pm, 21st February (unless sold prior).

Contact Mike now for more information.

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

Deepak Gangar

021 227 9563

Nicola Curtis

Administrator

Julz Sibbe

Administrator

68 Rolleston Drive, Rolleston

0800 645 346

www.oneagencyres.co.nz

Real Estate Specialists Ltd Licenced REAA (2008)

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Broadfield 585 Robinsons Road

Broadfield 2/265 Selwyn Road

Space, sunshine and style

4 2 2 2

Location, shelter and privacy

4 2 2 3

Within easy reach of urban convenience, this

impressive home built in 2016 is sited for maximum

sunshine and tastefully showcases timber and schist.

Living areas open to the extensive wraparound deck.

Outside is a blank canvas allowing new owners to

make their mark. the 4.0018 hectares provides endless

options to create exactly the lifestyle you want. If

you’re a growing family, then the 400m (approx)

distance from Broadfield School will undoubtedly

delight.

bayleys.co.nz/559211

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)

1pm, Wed 20 Feb 2019

View Sun 3.30-4pm

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 REAA 2008

This 309m 2 (approx) double glazed residence enjoys

magnificent garden vistas and a tranquil ambience.

Multiple bi-fold doors and double doors provide

seamless outdoor access. The landscaped grounds

include a heated, swimming pool. Entirely surrounded

by mature shelterbelts, the land is divided into five

paddocks supported by a three-bay shed. Undeniably

rural yet only minutes from Broadfield School and

handy amenities, this 3.85ha property will appeal to

those wanting to be close to the city yet have plenty of

space and the much sought after country lifestyle.



1pm, Wed 20 Feb 2019

View Sun 2.30-3pm



Sam Sidey 027 346 3500



NEW LISTING

Greenpark 287 Jarvis Road

Prebbleton 24 Oakley Drive

Sought-after lifestyle

6 3 2

Incomparable

3 2 2 2

Delivering contemporary country living against a

private and tranquil rural backdrop, this substantial

10.6 hectare lifestyle property is an easy 10 minute

drive to Tai Tapu and Lincoln. The 10 year old, 320m 2

(approximately) brick home is surrounded by lowmaintenance

grounds. Neatly presented the land is

supported by consented paddock irrigation, two-bay

shed and sheep yards. Buyers will be seduced by the

modern comforts and peacefulness offered at this

countryside property.


Price by Negotiation

Phone for viewing times



Sam Sidey 027 346 3500



Creative flair, thoughtful design, and impeccable

craftsmanship. This spacious 210m 2 (approx)

executive home has three generous bedrooms, an

open plan living, dining and kitchen space including a

scullery plus the addition of another separate living

area. Set on a 597m 2 (approx) north facing section

and coupled with cathedral ceilings and two heatpumps

there is plenty of warmth to go round.

Completing the puzzle is the internal laundry, attic

storage and double internal access garage. A

distinctive home of genuine substance and style, and a

proposition that demands immediate attention.

Price by Negotiation

Phone for viewing times

Urszula Bedggood 027 338 7889

urszula.bedggood@bayleys.co.nz



bayleys.co.nz

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Stage one selling fast

22 sections SOLD

Live where the

grass is greener

Life at Verdeco Park really is your answer to everything.

VERDECOPARK.CO.NZ

In balance with nature

Verdeco Park has been purposefully designed to magnify the connection between nature, happiness and healthy living, by providing a framework

that empowers residents to achieve, fuller, richer, healthier lives.

You’ll see families riding their bikes around the cycle lane, open walk ways that lead to the orchard, which happens to be the perfect spot for a picnic.

Choose from Verdeco Park’s range of generously sized sections as well as building a new home, you’ll be shaping a greener, more sustainable future.

Build A Better Lifestyle

A Healthier Future

Community Orchard

Electric Car Station

Native Plantings

Verdeco Park features generous

sections ranging from

640m²-6,000m²

Embracing eco-design

innovations that enable you

to live sustainably

Communal orchard and garden

areas designed to bring residents

and community together

Open walk ways and cycle ways,

plus centrally located electric car

charging stations

Native trees and plantings

throughout Verdeco Park have

been cleverly chosen

Stage One is selling fast

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Mick Sidey

027 229 8888

Sally Hargreaves

021 125 1545

Ben Harris

021 995 596

mick.sidey@bayleys.co.nz

sally.hargreaves@bayleys.co.nz

ben.harris@bayleys.co.nz

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS,

LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

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Are you looking for a property with a good home and

a contractor’s yard or an engineering workshop of a

commercial standard? This property could be the one

for you. Located in the heart of Central Canterbury,

this 5.0590ha block has everything you need to run a

rural business - a three-bedroom home and a purposebuilt

workshop with three-phase power, internal

compressed airlines, offices, storage and staff

facilities, a six-bay hay shed, older sheds for storage

and a large metal yard.

An opportunity not to be missed.


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3 Deans Ave, Chch

View by appointment

Ben Turner 027 530 1400

ben.turner@bayleys.co.nz

Craig Blackburn 027 489 7225

craig.blackburn@bayleys.co.nz


STAGES 1, 2A & 2B

NOW SELLING

www.boffamiskell.co.nz

PREmIum SECTIONS

www.bayleys.co.nz/556437

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Urszula Paved Bedggood thresholds 027 338 7889

urszula.bedggood@bayleys.co.nz

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B 03 375 4700


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

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

W ek commencing WeDneSDAY, 23RD mAY 2018

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd

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Your guide to Show Homes & New Sections

in the Selwyn District

Stylish and adaptable

Optimum indoor, outdoor flow with sun

and shelter are quintessential elements of

Today Homes’ Maddison showhome in

Rolleston.

One of two homes featured by Today

Homes in Faringdon’s showhome village,

the Maddison showhome is perfect if

wanting sun, shade and wind protection,

ensuring there’s always a place to entertain

or escape for a moment of quiet.

The layout of this 221sqm home will

have you thinking outside the square.

With scope to change size or features, this

home is a perfect option for any budget.

Many ideas have been incorporated

into this stunning French Country

showhome, unique as a residential home

or equally suited to a lifestyle property. It

is therefore not surprising Today Homes

have had many happy clients choosing the

Maddison layout.

With both living and bedroom wings,

this home is perfectly angled to capitalise

on the sun while also offering great shelter

and privacy for outdoor living.

French Country inspired décor is

evident throughout this three-bedroom

plus office (which might easily be a fourth

bedroom) spacious home. Add in the overheight

stud, higher windows and ceilings,

combination of Linea cladding, metro

tiled shape hip roof with gable features,

and unique angled design and you have a

home that stands out.

In a large part of the kitchen and dining

area there is a hardwearing and practical

floating timber floor, ideal for family

living. The French Country inspired

kitchen has a walk-in pantry, island

with basin and tower faucet along with

a specific seating area at the island and

plenty of preparation/cooking space.

Accessed through large double French

doors, the lounge offers options as a

media, reading or entertaining room and

with triple sliders out to a courtyard this

room is likely to get plenty of use. Another

seating area can be found in the living area

where sliders also access the outdoors.

Tiling and wallpaper feature throughout

this home with complete luxury as can be

seen in the main bathroom and ensuite

where wall to ceiling (as well as floor)

tiling are a feature. In the ensuite there are

double vanity bowls and a walk-in tiled

shower, which comes with a glass door

option. The generous main bathroom has a

freestanding bath taking centre stage while

allowing room to get behind.

There is plenty of storage for those

with a penchant for clothes, in the master

bedroom’s walk-in wardrobe where builtin

shelving/drawers take away the need for

furniture in the bedroom itself.

This is a bright and light home. With the

potential to increase or decrease its overall

size, the Maddison is perfect as a family

home as well as for couple or single living.

Today Homes’ Maddison and its sister

showhome the Burnham are open every

day of the week from 12 noon until 4pm,

at 576 and 578 East Maddisons Road.

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What can I do if there’s a

problem with my new home?

Buyer’s remorse is a common affliction

in January, but for most people it relates

to spending too much on Christmas

festivities and presents. Regretting buying

something as big as a house is a much

bigger deal that can have a serious impact

on your family and financial wellbeing.

Real Estate Authority (REA) chief

executive Kevin Lampen-Smith says this

is why it’s important for buyers to do as

much homework as they can before buying

a property.

“We believe it’s much better to spend a

few hundred dollars on an independent

report by an accredited building inspector

than face having to spend thousands of

dollars on fixing any issues after the fact,”

Lampen-Smith says.

“It can be tempting to settle for the easy

option of using a pre-prepared report,

but if you haven’t paid for it yourself you

have no way of ensuring that it’s legitimate

or being able to take action against the

inspector for an inadequate assessment.”

If you’re looking to buy, Lampen-Smith

says it’s smart to find out as much as you

can about the property, including getting

someone to help you understand the

outcome of any report on the building or

land.

“In some cases, issues are noted on

property reports but buyers are in such a

hurry that they miss them,” Lampen-Smith

says.

If a report uncovers an issue, he suggests

getting legal advice first if you want to

negotiate with the seller on price.

If you end up buying a property and

discover a serious issue that you think the

seller or the real estate agent failed to tell

you about, Lampen-Smith says the first

step is to write down what happened when

you bought the property.

“Gather all the relevant documentation,

such as the building report, the LIM

and the sale and purchase agreement,”

Lampen-Smith says.

“If the property was sold by a licensed

real estate agent, make notes of any

conversations you had with them. If the

property was sold privately, make notes of

any dealings with the seller. Add any new

information you have about the property,

such as a building report or assessment

that notes the problems you’ve found.”

Think too about what your best-case

scenario outcome is: do you want an

apology, compensation, or remediation (or

all three)?

Lampen-Smith says it’s important to

get legal advice to fully understand your

options.

“A lawyer will advise you on whether

you have a case against the seller and what

your next move should be, based on the

information you’ve gathered,” he says.

“If appropriate, they can help you

negotiate with the seller or act against

them. Be aware that you may not be in a

very strong position unless you can prove

that the seller or the real estate agent

knowingly covered up the issue.”

If it appears that the real estate agent is

responsible in some way, Lampen-Smith

says it’s best that you deal with them

directly.

“If you can’t resolve things this way, the

REA handles complaints against licensed

real estate agents and we can also help you

understand expectations on real estate

agents regarding disclosure of property

defects. Check out rea.govt.nz for more

information on making complaints.”

For independent guidance and

information on buying or selling, check

out settled.govt.nz.

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For Sale

Ashburton | 8 McNally Street

6,001m 2 Land Area

Ashburton Investment.

• 5,500m 2 of very tidy warehouse plus offices

• Holding Income to January 2020 of $277,451 per annum net

• At present used for grain and seed

• Ideal investment or suitable for any business operation that requires a large floor area in the future

• A very tidy building close to the main town centre. | Property ID HN1415

Deadline Sale

Closing 2pm, Thursday

28 February 2019

Inspection

By appointment

Contact

Malcolm McNaughton 027 297 4297

Rob Harnett 027 432 3562

OPEN HOME

Oxford

308 Ashley Gorge Road

1,427m 2

Deadline Sale

Closing 4pm, Wednesday

27 February 2019

Contact

Hamish Anderson 027 678 8888

Maurice Newell 027 240 1718

Residential Living In Rural Zone. Character cottage in a private rural setting with 180 degree rural views.The

158m 2 , 1930s home comprises three bedrooms, master with double walk-in wardrobe, two living areas a large

farm style kitchen and an outstanding bathroom. Recent work includes, new wiring, new plumbing and a new

roof. There is a 6m x 6m double garage, an additional shed and a chook house. | Property ID RA1826

Rolleston | 371 Springston Rolleston Road

4.2 Hectares

Rolleston - Hampton Lea.

• Ultimate lifestyle block with options.

• Substantial four bedroom home, three bathrooms, three

living areas.

• Self-contained flat with kitchenette and en suite.

• Beautiful grounds worthy of ‘Home and Garden’ feature

• Excellent utility buildings – eight car garaging.

• Resource consent to operate as a wedding venue. | Property ID LN1554

Deadline Sale

Closing 2pm, Thursday

28 February 2019

Open Home

Sunday 2.45 to 3.30pm

Contact

John Davison 027 436 4464

Ron Ferguson 027 498 6256

Rolleston

589 Maddisons Road

4 Hectares

Price

$430,000

Contact

John Davison 027 436 4464

Lets Go Country. Four hectare bare block in great location. Rear section away from the road giving

privacy and peaceful building options. Well sheltered on three sides. Very easy city or Rolleston commute

by sealed road. Stock friendly modern pasture mix, recently sown. Option to lease adjoining land if

required. Realistically priced to sell by motivated vendor. | Property ID LN1559

John Davison

027 436 4464

Ron Ferguson

027 498 6256

Tracy Stevenson

027 543 9029

Malcolm McNaughton

027 297 4297

Noel Lowery

027 432 8859

Barry Keys

027 434 7689

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