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TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020
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Ed is back
in the
boat after
cancer
scare
• By Jacob Page
SIX MONTHS ago, Ed Lopas’
promising rowing career looked
potentially sunk.
The 16-year-old was diagnosed
with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a form
of blood cancer, in July last year
which came as a shock.
“I just thought I was a little sick,”
Ed said. “I wasn’t expecting it to be
as serious as it was.”
After five months of successful
chemotherapy, Ed was cleared
to start physical activity again
and late last week he joined his
Christchurch Boys’ High School
teammates at a rowing camp at
Lake Hayes in Central Otago
to prepare for a busy season
ahead.
The big goal is representing his
school at the national Maadi Cup
regatta at Lake Ruataniwha, in
Twizel, in March.
“I’d lost a lot of muscle over that
time but to be this close to racing is
a great feeling.’’
The rowing team will try to
break a world record in Ed’s name
early next month to show their
support.
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Youths
trespassed
after
vandalism
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Feedback
needed on
skatepark plan
PHOTO: RICARDO DE SOUSA
TRAINING: Ed Lopas with the Christchurch Boys’ High School rowing team on Lake Hayes
in Central Otago last Thursday. Inset – Ed during the time he was undergoing treatment.
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Historic
north west
suburbs
images on
display
A NEW digital display captures
the heritage of Mona Vale and
other parts of Canterbury.
The display called Canterbury
Stories, which can be viewed online
includes rare images and previously
unpublished community
and personal records. Some of the
images within it are taken from
historic editions of The Star.
The material within the display
focuses on individual areas such
as Woolston, which was the
subject of last year’s documentary
project completed by Canterbury
University School of Fine Arts
students in collaboration with the
city’s libraries.
Canterbury Stories shares
online collections from multiple
Christchurch libraries’ sources,
including archives, publications,
photographs and content contributed
by the community.
Many photos have come from
the 17,000-strong collection of
photographer Doc Ross, The
Star archive, the Orion/Municipal
Electricity Department
infrastructure archive, the annual
library-run Photo Hunt competition
and Christchurch City
Libraries’ own heritage collection.
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Youths trespassed from Riccarton House
• By Georgia O’Connor-Harding
THREE YOUTHS have been
issued with trespass notices
following a spate of vandalism
at Riccarton House.
Police have issued trespass
notices to the teenagers aged
between 14 and 16 after the
premises was hit four times in
one week.
The most recent event took
place last Saturday when a
small fire was
started on
a riverbank
located on the
property.
The heritage
site’s
manager
Shona Willis
Shona Willis
said there
were about six
youths caught on security cameras
when the fire was started at
about 5pm.
Police and a fire crew were
called to the scene, and the teenagers
fled, she said.
But the same group returned
at about 7.27pm.
Mrs Willis immediately called
the police and the teenagers
were spoken to.
She said three of them regularly
seen on the grounds were
trespassed.
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The trespass notices will last
for two years.
“Hopefully we are at the end
of it,” Mrs Willis said.
Although she said the youths
returned briefly in spite of the
trespass notices being issued.
Mrs Willis said the restaurant
owner approached the vehicle,
occupied by at least two youths,
and warned them a trespass notice
had been issued and would
phone police.
The vehicle then left.
Before then on January 5, the
site’s public toilets – including a
toilet roll holder, soap dispenser
and air dryer was damaged
between 5.30 and 8.30pm.
Mrs Willis said it was suspected
an ignited aerosol can
was used to vandalise the facilities
– resulting in about $500 of
damage.
She said security cameras
captured about five youths
along with a car registration
plate on the night the damage
took place.
The toilets are connected to
the historic house, but can only
be accessed from the outside of
the building.
Eight youths then spraypainted
obscenities and racist
remarks on the driveway at
about 8pm, Mrs Willis said.
In a third incident, about 15
teenagers came back at about
6pm on Wednesday, placed a
pile of rubbish on top of a picnic
table and set it on fire – leaving
the picnic table charred.
DAMAGE: A hand dryer,
toilet roll holder and soap
dispenser were scorched by
vandals at Riccarton House.
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Online digital archive a valuable
•From page 1
Said city council head of libraries
and information Carolyn Robertson:
“Among the rarities is The
New Zealand Wheelman, a very
fragile Christchurch publication
on cycling in the 1890s, along with
never-seen-before records of local
and community organisations and
clubs, churches, businesses and
individuals.”
Ms Robertson said the display
provides a valuable portal into the
past.
“It’s vital to enhance and extend
our collective memory and share
our heritage with the widest possible
audience via channels such as Canterbury
Stories, she said.
“By preserving our precious photographs
and publications, we can
protect those resources for future
generations.”
Christchurch City Libraries’
physical heritage collection covers
Canterbury and Chatham Island
from 1850 on and includes letters,
diaries, booklets, government documents
and personal papers.
Digitised material from this collection
will be available over time.
The Canterbury Stories display
features different themes and various
options for exploring it, including
the ability to enlarge images.
HISTORIC: Attendees at a mayoral garden party held on the
grounds of Mona Vale in the 1980s. Right – The Friendship Totem
Pole being installed at its new location near the roundabout at the
end of Memorial Ave at Christchurch International Airport. The Totem
Pole was moved from Little Hagley Park on Harper Ave in November
1980. ​
Said Ms Robertson: “We will
continue to share – and add –
more diverse and personal stories
and images that document the
remarkable story of our region’s
transformation.”
•To view Canterbury Stories visit
https://canterburystories.nz/
January is a great time to look
ahead as we start the year reenergised
from time spent with
family and friends. I’m looking
forward to continuing to work
hard for you and advocating in
Parliament to ensure our region
gets the services and resources we
need. This year we celebrate the
opening of the Northern Corridor
― I turned the sod in 2016 and
was impressed to hear about the
high safety specifications from the
project team during a site visit last
year. The project will move heavy
traffic away from residents’ houses
and provide safer journeys for all
types of travel.
These roading projects, including
the Western Belfast Bypass, are
future proofing our city’s transport
needs. It makes sense to start
work on the logical next step: the
Christchurch Northern Motorway
from Belfast to Pegasus. This is
something I’ve been fighting for
since Government cancelled the
project. I petitioned Parliament to
get behind our region. We now
have a window of opportunity to
voice our demands that this project
be re-instated after Government
was given a package of projects
to consider as part of necessary
infrastructure spending to stimulate
the economy. I will be holding a
rally on 9 February so residents
can stand together on this issue.
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www.facebook.com/MattDoocey.
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is a priority. Elective surgeries are
down in Canterbury and this is
something residents are feeding
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Bin checks
to improve
recycling
THIS WEEK a city council
team will begin spot checking
the contents of yellow wheelie
bins, in a bid to improve people’s
understanding of what can be put
out for recycling.
Up to 7500 bins across
Christchurch and Banks Peninsula
will be visually inspected each
week by the four-strong team,
who will work in pairs checking
the contents of recycling bins put
out for kerbside collection.
“The team will be lifting the lids
of the yellow wheelie bins and having
a quick look to check the quality
of the recycling,’’ says city council
solid waste manager Ross Trotter.
“A gold sticker will be placed
on bins that have the right stuff in
them. Where the team finds incorrect
items in the bin, they will leave
educational information in the
property’s mailbox which includes
tips for recycling correctly.
“If they find a bin that is heavily
contaminated with non-recyclable
materials, then that bin will
tagged for contamination and
removed from the collection
round for the day, with
educational information provided
so that residents understand why
it has not been emptied,’’ Mr
Trotter said.
Rowing with Ed more than a record attempt
GOOD CAUSE: Christchurch Boys’ High School rowing captain Harry Woelders on the erg which will be used during the world
record attempt. Right – The Lopas family (clockwise from left) – Angus, Tessa, Anna, Jack, Ben and Ed.
•From page 1
The 63-strong squad will attempt
to beat the record for a continuous
erg, more commonly known as an
indoor rowing machine, by boys
aged under-19.
The world record attempt named
Rowing with Ed will start on February
5 at CBHS at 3pm and will
go through to the weekend.
The current record stands at 96
hours, with the team hoping to
exceed more than 140 with each
member of the squad rowing for
an average two hours.
The team is hoping to raise at
least $5000 for Leukaemia and
Blood Cancer New Zealand.
“It means a lot for everyone to
show their support for me like
this,” Ed said. “I just wanted to get
back into sport, that’s what kept me
going.”
Team manager Ricardo De
Sousa said it was a good way to
bond the team and give to a cause
which has directly affected them.
“It’s a way for us to bond as a
squad but also show our support
for Ed and what he has been going
through.”
Ed will take part in the world
record attempt during a school
assembly where he will be cheered
on by 1300 other Christchurch
Boys’ High School students.
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De Sousa said the squad was up
for the challenge.
“I think all the boys want to be
heroes at this point,” he said.
“They don’t care what shift
they have to do even if it is in the
middle of the night.
“We know it will be a challenge
to keep going for such a long time
but we also know it’s nothing compared
to what Ed has been going
through.”
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Skate park rejuvenation
plan open for feedback
DESIGNS: Rich Landscapes has created a concept plan for the St Albans site that includes
several beginner street-style features. ​
SKATERS AND residents can get
on board with the rejuvenation of
St Albans skate park.
A proposed plan for the area,
which aims to accommodate
beginners while continuing to
cater to the more experienced
skaters, is open for feedback until
February 17.
People can share their views
in person with city council staff
at the St Albans Skate Jam on
Saturday from noon to 3pm or
submit comments online.
City council head of parks Andrew
Rutledge said the proposed
design opens up the skate park
to a greater range of skill levels –
and users.
“We want to ensure that the
St Albans skate park is a place
for everyone – a true hub for
the local skate community,” Mr
Rutledge said.
“The proposed extension
enhances the park, providing improved
facilities for urban sport
enthusiasts that complement the
revitalisation of the wider area.
“By making these changes, the
skate area can be transformed
into an accessible all-ages facility
that still remains an actionpacked
site.”
Rich Landscapes, a business
which specialises in skate park
design, has created a concept
plan for the St Albans site that
includes several beginner streetstyle
features.
The proposed new area features
roll over bumps, a quarter
pipe with a deck and a small
200-millimetre platform ramp
for those skaters starting out in
the sport.
The plan will also appeal to
experienced riders, with the addition
of a hipped end off the quarter
pipe and an extended rollover
finger to the two mini ramps.
Under the proposed changes,
the skate area will almost double
– expanding from 350 sq m to
nearly 700 sq m.
Among the proposed changes
are the double rollover bumps,
new balustrades, the steel and
concrete-edged platform ramp,
an umbrella shade sail and timber
seating.
The new design delivers a
smooth transition between the
present flow features and the
street-style extension.
Any feedback will help inform
a final decision on the proposed
plan by the Papanui-Innes Community
Board.
• To share your views on the
proposal, go to: www.ccc.govt.
nz/the-council/consultationsand-submissions/haveyoursay/
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More no
stopping
restrictions
NO STOPPING restrictions could
be installed at the Seymour St/
Skerten Ave intersection.
The city council is considering
introducing no stopping restrictions
around parts of the intersection
to connect with the existing
restrictions towards Main South
Rd.
It has had reports of parking
activity on Seymour St, which
causes difficulties for drivers using
the intersection at Skerten Ave.
It has said it is especially challenging
for larger vehicles such
as waste trucks and those towing
trailers.
The parked vehicles also partially
block the sight-lines of vehicles
turning out of Skerten Ave.
Greater Hornby Residents’
Association chairman Marc Duff
said the proposal will be discussed
at its next meeting with potential
plans to make a submission.
He said it would be great to
have feedback from surrounding
residents.The GHRA meeting will
be held on Sunday at the Hornby
Rugby Club at 2pm.
Residents affected should email
city council’s area traffic engineer
Barry Hayes at barry.hayes@ccc.
govt.nz by January 31.
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Unwanted tattoos removed at St Albans clinic
• By Sophie Cornish
GRANT OWERS goes to
Christchurch Men’s Prison
every six weeks to meet with
prisoners about their tattoos.
Not to add to their ink, but
to remove it – in the hope of
giving them a better chance at
life when they are released.
Mr Owers owns Tattoo
Removal Company, which
does what it says, removes
tattoos from anyone who
doesn’t want them at a clinic in
St Albans.
He is seeing an increasing
number of gang members
wanting to remove their tattoos
– along with a “weird side
effect” of removing tattoos on
prisoners.
“The strange thing is because
they are in prison and on a
reasonably good diet, getting
plenty of rest and not out in the
sun too much, the tattoos come
off quite easily. It’s ideal, quite a
weird side effect really.
“We have got such a punitive
society; it’s good to give back
occasionally. Some of these poor
people haven’t had a chance and
I do what I can. Simple as that,”
he said.
Mr Owers is part of a recent
initiative to offer the service at a
discounted rate at prisons, after
HELPING OUT: Grant Owers
offers a tattoo removal
service from a St Albans
clinic.
PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
public outcry that the services
were being funded by the
taxpayer.
In 2006, the Department
of Corrections dumped the
scheme, after it was revealed
taxpayers forked out $4500 for
a violent white supremacist to
have his “Mongrel Mob
Forever” tattoo lasered off.
After Corrections Minister
Kelvin Davis made calls in 2018
to revive the programme, a
new initiative was considered
which sees local tattoo removal
businesses volunteering
their services for free, out of
goodwill, in order to
help improve the lives of
prisoners.
This creates a discounted rate
which prisoners are
then required to fund
themselves.
The programme has been
offered at Christchurch
Men’s Prison since May and
at Rolleston Prison since
December.
Said a Corrections
spokeswoman: “One area
that can create a significant
barrier to someone seeking
employment and successfully
reintegrating into the
community when they leave
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ews
Quarry decision looming
• By Georgia O’Connor-
Harding
THE LONG-AWAITED decision
on an application to open a
controversial quarry in Templeton
could be made next month.
The hearing for the proposed
quarry to open between Dawsons,
Jones, Maddisons and
Curraghs Rds will reconvene on
February 5.
The purpose is for the hearings
panel
made up
of Sharon
McGarry,
Paul Thomas
and chaired
by Rob van
Voorthuysen
Jolene Eagar ​
to formally
receive Fulton
Hogan’s right of reply and
to ask for any further clarifications.
The company has until Friday
to finish its written right of
reply.
The right of reply is to
concerns raised by submitters,
Environment Canterbury and
the Selwyn District Council
throughout the hearing last
year.
The commissioners will then
need to decide if the concerns
addressed in Fulton Hogan’s
right of reply is sufficient of
if the application will be declined.
Applicant and submitters will
be notified what the decision
is and then there is 15 working
days for the appeal process.
An Environment Canterbury
spokeswoman said the commissioners
have 15 working days to
release their decision after the
hearing has closed.
She said if the commissioners
are satisfied on February 5 they
have everything they need to
make a decision, they may close
the hearing that day.
In the lead-up to Christmas,
the hearings took place over
nearly three weeks - starting in
November.
Individuals, businesses
and community groups
presented evidence for and
IMPENDING:
The decision on
whether Fulton
Hogan can open
its proposed
quarry in
Templeton could
be made next
month.
PHOTO: MARTIN
HUNTER
against the quarry.
Templeton Residents’ Association
treasurer Jolene Eagar
said the submitters have no idea
what to expect.
“It has been such a long road
but it will give everybody a bit of
certainty of where we are,” she
said.
The hearing will reconvene
at 9.30am at Environment
Canterbury’s council chambers
at 200 Tuam St.
Pioneer
repairs
begin
REPAIRS TO Pioneer Recreation
and Sport Centre’s leaking roof
and air conditioning system have
begun, as part of a $1.2 million
project.
Said city council head of recreation,
sports and events Nigel Cox:
“The roof has been leaking so over
the next few months we’ll have
contractors replacing it.’
“As part of this work the contractors
will also be installing new
insulation in the roof to improve
the building’s energy efficiency.’’
Mr Cox said the facility will
stay open throughout the scheduled
repairs and the disruption to
users should be minimal.
“We are taking the opportunity
to also repair the ageing air conditioning
system and there may be
temporary loss in the gym, group
fitness room and spin studio.
Temporary air-conditioning units
will be utilised in these areas
and the team will keep users
informed,’’ he said.
The repair work is expected to
be completed by mid-May.

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Paper Crafts - Ice blocks and Ice
creams
Tuesday, 10.30-11.30am and
3.30-4.30pm
Go along and make and
decorate a sweet summer treat
out of paper.
10.30-11.30am at Papanui
Library and 3.30-4.30pm at
Redwood Library
Knit ’n’ Yarn
Tuesday, 1-3pm, at Bishopdale,
Wednesday, 1-2.30pm, at
Redwood, Thursday, 1.30-
3.30pm, at Fendalton, and
Friday, 10am-noon, at Papanui
Take your knitting, crochet or
other craft projects and have fun
with a social group. This is a free,
drop-in event.
Bishopdale, Redwood,
Fendalton and Papanui libraries
Bolivia (card game)
Thursday, 1-3pm
Go along for a fun and friendly
card game of Bolivia. Everyone is
welcome.
Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library
and Community Centre
Rummikub
Thursday, 1-2.30pm at Fendalton
Play rummikub – an exciting,
interactive strategy game. Free,
drop-in event.
Fendalton and Bishopdale libraries
Email georgia.oconnor@starmedia.kiwi
by 5pm each Wednesday
Papanui Book Club
Tuesday, 10am-noon at Papanui
Love sharing your favourite
reads? Come and join other
book lovers in a relaxed library
environment. Free, no bookings
required.
Papanui Library
Scrabble
Tuesday, 10.30am-noon, at
Redwood, Wednesday, 1-3pm, at
Bishopdale
Play Scrabble with a friendly
group. Head along when you
can. No bookings required. All
materials supplied. Free event.
Redwood and Bishopdale
libraries
Senior Mens’ Exercise Group
Friday, 11-11.45am
Low impact exercise classes
designed for seniors. Wear
something comfortable and turn
up – no registrations required.
Participants are asked to bring a
$3 koha as a donation. Phone 375
0850 for more information.
Northcity Church, 95a Sawyers
Arms Rd, Papanui
Origami Photo Album
Friday, 2.30-3.30pm
Create a unique paper album
to capture your summer pics.
Shirley Library
Get to know your android
device at Shirley Library on
Wednesday from 9am to
12pm. Not sure how to start
using your android device?
Go along to learn how to use
your smartphone or tablet.
Bring your own device to this
free class. Bookings essential. ​
Cards Club
Friday, 1.30-3.30pm
The weekly cards club is on
every Friday, join the fun. Free,
no bookings required.
Shirley Library
JP Clinics
Tuesday, 10am-1pm, at Papanui
and Shirley, Wednesday, 10am-
1pm, at Bishopdale, Saturday,
10am-noon, at Fendalton
A justice of the peace will be
available to witness signatures
and documents, certify document
copies, hear oaths, declarations,
affidavits or affirmations, as well
as sign citizenship or rates rebates
applications.
Papanui, Shirley, Bishopdale
and Fendalton libraries
Spark Jump
Monday, 10-11am at Shirley
Help for families to get online
at home. Attend the workshop
to find out more about how to
set up broadband connections
in your home. Free event. Phone
941 7923 to register.
Shirley Library
Mahjong
Monday, 2-4pm at Papanui
Go along if you are interested
in playing or learning about
mahjong. Free. Register for the
Shirley Library event.
Shirley and Papanui libraries
Activity Zone
Monday, 3.45-4.45pm
The after school club has
technology, games, crafts and
books. This is suitable for
children aged six to 10 and
caregivers are asked to remain
in the library during the session.
Free – no bookings required.
Shirley Library
Super Saturday Storytimes
Saturday, 11-11.45am
Encourage learning through
stories. This is an interactive
programme with stories, songs,
rhymes, craft and play. No
bookings required. Free.
Shirley Library
Tabletop Games
Monday, 11am-5.15pm
Play some tabletop board games.
Free event, no bookings required.
Shirley Library
Sunday
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In your
neighbourhood
So much Moore than
just a drycleaners
Moores Drycleaners on Papanui Road
is so much more than just a drycleaning
business - it is part of the fabric of Merivale
itself. Their terrific customer service,
expertise and highly-professional standards
have seen them succeed on the same spot
for over half a century. In fact, it is the
oldest business still operating in the same
location in Merivale, and also is the oldest
family-owned and operated drycleaners
in the whole of
Canterbury.
What makes it
such a local success?
Owner Greg Moore’s
father began Moores
Drycleaning back in
1961 and Greg joined
him straight out of
school. Having been
there ever since, his
own knowledge is
unparalleled, and it is
the focus on meeting
the needs of customers
that makes them stand
out. These days, his daughter has joined the
team, making her the third generation to work
in the business.
Their focus is on providing a terrific
service to local clients and meeting all their
drycleaning needs. Whether you are spring
cleaning and want to freshen up all your
drapes, duvets and bedding, or have toughto-remove
spots, they are on hand to help.
They will make sure that garments such as
suits and dresses look as good as new when
they return them to you, and they are experts
at working with delicate fabrics in evening
gowns and cocktail dresses. They are also
the go-to drycleaners for wedding dresses,
recommended by many of the region’s bridal
salons to their new brides. In fact, they are
just about the largest drycleaners for wedding
dresses in the south island.
In spite of their long tradition in this
industry, Moores Drycleaning have moved
with the times. They now have an ecocleaning
machine which uses a solution of
plant extracts as its cleaning agent which is
far friendlier to the environment. In fact,
they have been leading greener approaches
to drycleaning as they have been recycling
for over 40 years, their plastic bags are
biodegradable and their coat-hangers are
manufactured from recycled plastic which
they encourage their customers to recycle and
return.
You can find them at 178 Papanui Road,
where they are open six days a week (closed
Sundays) or give them a call at 03 355 5942.
They will be happy to help.
If your New Year’s resolution was a new home
Call us for a no obligation appraisal and chat
178 Papanui Road, Merivale
(3 doors down from St Albans Street)
Ph: 03 355 5942
In business 58 years - same location!
Now is a great time to get your
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Tasty Bites
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Cooking rice properly is a no grainer
By Ian Knott
Rice has the ability to
transform a relatively
simple dinner into a
stunning feast. It’s readily
available, inexpensive,
filling, and the perfect
blank slate for the base
of many classic dishes
A rice cooker is great if you
cook rice regularly and if you’ve
got ample storage space. The
microwave is an option, too –
there are many pre-packaged
options for those who are short
on time and can afford the
premium price of convenience.
But you needn’t splash out on
any special gadgets or ingredients
to serve up a pot of beautifully
tender, and fluffy rice. The
stove-top method is not as hard
as you might think – as long as
you remember a couple of simple
rules.
Not all rice is equal and should
be treated differently if you
want to get the best out if your
preferred grain.
Below, I’ll detail how to cook
the perfect pot of white longgrain,
brown, and aromatic
(basmati or jasmine) rice.
All the methods use one cup of
uncooked rice, which will make
three cups when cooked.
White long-grain rice
Step 1: Rinse, rinse, rinse.
Step one is always the same.
Unless you want a pot of lumpy
wallpaper paste, you must rinse
the starch off your rice.
STAPLE: Rice is easy to
cook, but also easy to get
wrong. Make sure you
rinse your rice well to
avoid it going gluggy.
Put the uncooked rice in a finemesh
strainer and run it under
the cold tap until the water runs
clear.
Step 2: Bring 1½ cups of water
to the boil in a small saucepan
with a lid, over a high heat.
Step 3: Add the rice and some
salt. If you’re feeling indulgent,
you can also add a tablespoon
of butter at this point. It will add
a layer of richness, but is purely
optional.
Step 4: Cover and reduce the
heat to low. Cook for 18-20min
until the water is absorbed.
Important: Don’t lift the lid to
peek, and absolutely don’t stir the
rice during the absorption stage.
This will break down the grains
and release more starch, leaving
you with a gluggy pot of white
couscous.
Step 5: Remove from the heat
and let it stand, covered for
10min. The steam will finish off
the cooking process. Uncover and
fluff your perfect rice with a fork
before serving.
Brown rice
Step 1: Repeat after me: rinse,
rinse, rinse.
Step 2: In a covered medium
saucepan bring eight cups of
water to the boil.
Step 3: Add the rice and boil,
uncovered, for 30-35min until
the rice is tender but just a little
chewy.
Step 4: Drain the rice in a
strainer and return it to the
saucepan. Cover and let it steam
(off the element) for a further
10min.
Step 5: Add salt to taste and
butter (if you wish). Fluff with a
fork and serve.
Aromatic rice
Step 1: All together now . . .
rinse, rinse, rinse!
Step 2: Boil the kettle/jug.
You’ll need two cups of boiling
water for basmati rice or 1½ cups
for jasmine rice.
Step 3: In a small saucepan,
heat some butter and/or oil until
it’s just starting to shimmer. Add
the uncooked, rinsed rice and
some salt to the pan and stir
until the water from rinsing has
evaporated and the rice is coated
in the butter/oil.
Continue to saute, stirring
constantly (you don’t want it to
stick and burn), until a starchy
film forms on the bottom of the
pan – about 2min. Your rice
should have a slightly toasty
aroma at this point.
Step 4: Carefully add the
boiling water and reduce the heat
to low. Cover the saucepan and
cook until the water is completely
absorbed – about 18min.
Step 5: Take the pan off the
heat and let it steam, covered for
a further 10min. Fluff with a fork
and serve.

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Home 329 9344. Cell
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Mobile Hairdresser required to join our
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electrician
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print facility in Alexandra.
The role
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the main purpose of
the position is to ensure smooth running of our newspaper,
commercial publication and facility maintenance.
Some of the key accountabilities include:
• Production remains uninterrupted.
• Production equipment availability is maximised.
• Preventative maintenance is prioritised to ensure minimal
downtime.
The business has just invested in a major upgrade to the
electrical/electronic systems on the printing press, scheduled to
commence in the New Year. This presents the ideal opportunity
to learn from the installation and commissioning engineers to
enable the successful candidate to hit the ground running.
Your skills and experience
We are looking for a registered Electrician ideally from an
Industrial background holding a current practising licence. The
ideal candidate would be competent and confident in using
computers and experienced in PLC’s, Analogue/Digital control
and AC/DC motor drive systems. Although not essential,
knowledge of Goss Press and Ferag mailroom will be a bonus.
Further details
This is a full-time permanent position working the day shift from
Monday to Friday, with rostered ‘On call’.
As well as a competitive salary, we offer you a great team
environment, minimal commute time, being based within
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security and opportunity to grow. Training and support will be
provided for the successful applicant.
If you think this role is for you, please apply by way of CV and
a covering letter. Informal inquiries about the role are welcome
and should be directed to raja.chakrabarti@alliedpress.co.nz
A copy of the position description can be requested from HR
at recruitment@alliedpress.co.nz
Applications will close on Thursday 13 February 2020.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Please note that you must have the right to work in
New Zealand to apply for this role.
Disclaimer: Allied Press does not accept unsolicited agency
résumés. Allied Press is not responsible for any fees related to
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Phone for further details
(03) 379 1100
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NOR’WEST NEWS
Get ready for the
STARTS THURSDAY 16 TH
JANUARY 2020.
Exclusions apply.
Credit criteria, exclusions, fees, terms & conditions apply. Offer expires 31.1.20.
Celebrate Summer!
Cascade
Outdoor Bar Set
WAS $1799
NOW
$
1499
Courtney
ON SALE
Tibet
4 Piece Bedroom Set
WAS $2196
NOW
$
1896
Time for an office
tidy up?
Large Bookcase
NOW $
699
Aruba
Boxed Queen Mattress
WAS $599
Includes
Queen Bed,
2 x Bedsides
& Tallboy
Loft Shelving
3 Door
Bookcase
NOW $
699
NOW
$
499
ANNIVERSARY STOREWIDE SALE ENDS 27.1.20.
Shop
Online
Nationwide
Delivery
Finance
Options
Cnr Blenheim & Curletts Rds, Christchurch
Ph: 0800 TARGET (0800 827438)
targetfurniture.co.nz
Offers and product prices advertised here expire 27/1/20.
Sale excludes Manchester and Accessories.

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Show home open to view! View plans and pricing today!
Summerset at Wigram serviced apartment resident, Alma with daughter Maree
Serviced apartments,
the best of both worlds
Discover how Summerset living allows
Alma to stay active and thrive
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“ Since Mum’s been here,
she’s just blossomed”
From growing up in a big family in Christchurch to being happily married for 63 years, Alma’s had
plenty of company throughout her whole life.
So, when the option to move to a Summerset serviced apartment came up, Alma and daughter
Maree were naturally a little nervous it might be a bit on the quiet side for her. But, since the move,
they’ve discovered it’s been anything but quiet.
“I don’t think you’d ever need to feel lonely here. It’s just like a big family and there’s always
something going on,” remarks Alma.
When she first arrived at her serviced apartment, Alma had her husband by her side. Sadly, he
passed away shortly after due to on-going health issues. “I thought it might take her a little while to
deal with the loss of dad and… the new surroundings, but it was quite amazing really how quickly
she settled, and I think that was down to the staff,” recalls daughter Maree.
Alma with Maree as a toddler
While the move was a big decision, the whole family feel that Alma has “blossomed” since and
has become more herself again.
“ She’s involved herself in things that she hadn’t done for years, Choir. Exercising.
She’s just taken it with both hands, made friends and it’s all been just amazing.”
Maree and Alma both admit that the stigma of retirement living put them off for longer than it
needed to. “I think mum was just so delighted when she came here and realised how welcoming
and how well-run [the place was] and what care was here for her. I think it was an eye-opener, really.”
Having Alma living at home with her would have been a dream for Maree, but with the reality of
working all day, she worried her mum would be very bored. But Alma hasn’t had time for boredom
at all since moving to Summerset. “There’s so much to keep you occupied. Music. Happy Hour, little
outings. It’s a lovely place to be.”
Alma also fills her time with a cheeky bit of cleaning, even though she doesn’t need to lift a finger.
“I don’t think she leaves a lot for the staff to clean, but that’s mum,” laughs Maree.
“It’s a relief for us to know that she’s taken care of. Dad would be so pleased to see she’s in a
place like this. It’s just been a godsend.”
To hear Alma’s full story, visit summerset.co.nz/servicedapartments
Alma and Maree enjoy quality time
together at Summerset at Wigram
Serviced apartments pre-selling*
now at Summerset on Cavendish!
Summerset on Cavendish
147 Cavendish Road, Casebrook
*Licence to occupy.

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Tuesday January 21 2020 23
Love the freedom
Serviced apartments, the best of both worlds: Independent retirement living with support on hand
Our homes are low maintenance, free from all the hassles of upkeep. It’s all about stress-free living, where time is yours to live the life you
choose. Serviced apartments are light and spacious with open plan living, a kitchenette and a separate double bedroom with a large ensuite.
You can furnish it as you like and there’s plenty of room to entertain family and friends.
Summerset serviced apartments, offer:
• Some of the largest serviced apartments in Christchurch
• Patio or balcony homes offering amazing indoor-outdoor flow
• Large open plan living
• Located in the heart of the village, close to all the facilities.
View our show home, plans and pricing today! We’re open 7 days!
Artist Impression
Artist Impression
Summerset on Cavendish
147 Cavendish Road, Casebrook
0800 SUMMER
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Serviced apartments pre-selling* now!
Artist Impression
Artist Impression
Discover Summerset
on Cavendish
Apartment living in the heart of our community
Summerset serviced apartments are modern, purpose-built homes
designed for the over 70s. Located in the heart of our village, close to
all of the facilities.
With options for couples and singles, serviced apartments are designed
to create the perfect balance between independence and support to
suit your needs.
Our homes are low maintenance, free from all the hassles of upkeep.
It’s all about stress-free living, where time is yours to live the life you choose.
View our stunning
show home, plans
and pricing today!
Summerset on Cavendish
147 Cavendish Road, Casebrook
Open 7 days
Take bus route 28 straight to our gate
*Licence to occupy.
As a Summerset on Cavendish resident, you’ll have access to a range of community facilities, including;
Divine Café
Exercise room
Communal vegetable
gardens
Hair and beauty
Residents’ bar
All-weather bowling green
Residents’ workshop
Swimming pool
and spa pool
To find out more about serviced apartments,
visit summerset.co.nz/casebrook or call 0800 SUMMER
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