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Nearly
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were born
overseas
Lincoln High School’s Jenna Borthwick
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championships in August. She talks to
sports reporter Jacob Page on page 13
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• By Devon Bolger
NEARLY 20 per cent of the
district is made up of people born
overseas.
Data from the 2018 census
shows 11,910 people have come
from across the globe and settled
in Selwyn.
They make up 19.85 per cent of
the 59,979 people living in the district
who stated their birthplace.
That is up from 7278 in the 2013
census and 4749 in 2006.
People born in the United Kingdom
and Ireland make up the
largest percentage of those born
overseas at 37.1 per cent – there
were 4422 living in the district at
the time of the census.
There were 2814 residents born
in Asia and 1416 in the Middle
East and Africa.
Dave Fitzjohn of Greendale is
British and moved to the district
with his wife April and two
daughters from Singapore about
20 years ago.
He said they were first shocked
by the amount of land you could
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MORE EVIDENCE of the changing
dynamics of the Selwyn District on page 1
today.
Statistics just released from the 2018 census
show nearly 20 per cent of the district is
made up of people born overseas.
Of the nearly 60,000 living in the district, almost 12,000 are
from different parts of the globe.
Given we are now into 2020 that figure could even be higher.
People born in the United Kingdom and Ireland make up the
largest number from overseas at 4422, followed by Asia (2814) and
1416 from the Middle East and Africa.
On another note, congratulations to Lincoln High School’s
Jenna Borthwick who has made the New Zealand junior track
cycling team for the world championships in Cairo.
The hard work has paid off.
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Police urge residents to be vigilant
following increase in car break-ins
• By Devon Bolger
ONGOING CAR break-ins
in the district could be easily
prevented if people tighten up on
security.
That is the message from police
following an increase in breakins
over the last few weeks.
Sergeant Alex Pickover said it
is the Faringdon subdivision in
Rolleston that is mainly being
targeted.
“We are getting quite a few
vehicle interferences in that subdivision
recently, it is certainly
very apparent,” he said.
What is concerning police
most is the number of vehicles
that were left unlocked or had
valuables inside.
“People are leaving their
vehicles unsecured and with
valuables still inside so it’s a big
issue at the moment.
“You’d be absolutely surprised
and shocked about some of the
things that have been taken. In
the past, we have had people
leave unlocked cars on their
driveway with the garage door
remote still inside,” Sergeant
Pickover said.
The break-ins are generally
PREVENTION: Following an increase in vehicle interferences,
police are reminding people to lock their vehicles, take the keys
out and not leave valuables.
happening at night between
about 9pm till midnight or early
hours of the morning.
Sergeant Pickover said implementing
a ‘9pm security check’
is a good way to ensure you can
sleep easy at night.
“This means at 9pm each night
getting up and checking valuables
are out of your vehicle and
it is secure, doors and windows
in your home are secure as well
as any garages or sheds.”
Thieves usually search vehicles
for cash, bank cards, sunglasses,
GPS, mobiles phones, laptops,
wallets and purses, sports equipment
and clothing.
VIGILANT: The key advice
from a flyer being distributed
by police throughout the
district to prevent more car
break-ins.
Sergeant Pickover said: “The
key advice is to always lock your
vehicle, remove valuables, park
in well-lit areas when possible
and take documents containing
personal information with you.
“You shouldn’t leave keys to
your house or other things in
your vehicle either.”
Police are also encouraging
neighbours and the community
to stick together.
“If you see anything suspicious
do call 111 straight away. We
would just be looking for a
description, a direction of travel
and things like that.”
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Fire services were called in
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Leeston brigade was called to the
fire on Brookside and Irwell Rd
at about 4.30pm. Chief fire officer
Lloyd Clausen said a member
of the public was burning gorse
and that is was disappointing
to see the total fire ban not
being adhered to. The incident
will be followed-up by Fire and
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Ellesmere Ward councillor Shane
Epiha is seeking expressions
of interest for young people
wanting to take part in vocational
experience in the transport and
civil construction industry. The
initiative will be run by Cr Epiha
on a Friday perhaps once a month
and will introduce interested job
seekers, either new or looking to
re-skill, into the industry through
a network of partners. To express
your interest email shane.epiha@
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Upgrade
begins at
recovery park
• By Devon Bolger
WORK ON upgrading the Pines
Resource Recovery Park has
begun.
District council solid waste
manager Andrew Boyd said the
project has commenced and will be
completed by June this year.
The contract for the first stage
of the Pines Resource Recovery
Park ‘reconnect’ project has been
awarded to CB Civil.
The budget for the project is
$1.85 million.
Mr Boyd said the first stage
includes relocating and expanding
the recycling and reusables dropoff
area, with a canopy, parking
and operational area.
“Further stages of the reconnect
project will be built form 2021-
2024 and will include a reuse shop,
salvage materials yard, education
centre, microenterprise units and a
multi-purpose waste hub.”
The project aims to keep pace
with the increasing demand and
provide improved opportunities for
sorting, recycling, reprocessing and
repurposing of waste at the park.
Selwyn Times reported last year,
the total amount of rubbish going
to landfill had jumped 49.1 per
cent from 12,506 tonnes in 2012 to
18,646 tonnes in 2018.
Population continues to grow
•From page 1
“When we first started looking
to buy, we could get a couple of
acres for the same price as what
you’d get in the UK for a twobedroom
apartment.
“We thought wow two acres,
we are going be like kings so we
decided to buy a bit of land in
Greendale.”
Census
2018 data also
shows 6000
residents are of
Maori descent
up from 3861
in 2013.
There
Sam Broughton
are 5067
45-49-yearolds
living in the district, making
it the most common age group.
It was revealed last week
that the district had the highest
population and economic
growth in the country over the
past 10 years.
Economic profile figures from
data analysts Infometrics show
from 2009 to 2019, the district’s
population grew by an average of
5.2 per cent each year.
That is ahead of the Queenstown
Lakes District on 4.5 per
cent.
Gross domestic product in
the Selwyn District grew by an
annual average of 6.5 per cent,
COMMUNITY: The district’s diversity has been proven with
census 2018 data showing nearly 20 per cent of the district
having been born overseas.
PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
again ahead of Queenstown
Lakes on four per cent.
The district also had the largest
growth in population in the
country for last year at 5.3 per
cent.
Last year, employment in the
district increased by 3.8 per cent,
the third-highest growth in job
numbers nationally.
Unemployment remained
almost unchanged at 2.4 per
cent.
The tourism market in the district
grew by 15.7 per cent over
the 2019 year, bringing in just
over $59 million to the district.
Mayor Sam Broughton says
it is good to see so many people
recognising what a great place
Selwyn is to live.
“We welcome the people who
have joined us in calling Selwyn
home over the last 10 years. We
knew this place was good, and
now we share this with many
new arrivals.
“Our planning and investment
in quality infrastructure means
we can cater for future growth
which continues to bring many
new amenities to existing residents,”
he said.
Within the district, the figures
BY THE NUMBERS
The places of birth of
those living in Selwyn
according to 2018 census:
New Zealand – 48,066
United Kingdom and
Ireland – 4422
Asia – 2814
Middle East and Africa –
1416
Australia – 1146
Europe (excluding UK and
Ireland) – 963
North America – 483
Pacific Islands – 438
Other – 237
show Lincoln was the fastest
growing township in 2019, with
its population increasing by 10
per cent to 7380.
West Melton saw the biggest
change in population over the
decade growing by almost 17 per
cent to 2250.
Dairy farming and manufacture
of dairy products were the
biggest employers in the region
last year, followed by defence,
higher education and housing
construction.
Last year, primary industries
made up 17.6 per cent of the
district’s GDP, followed by
manufacturing, 12.6 per cent,
and construction, 8.1 per cent.
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Borrowing for major
projects begins
• By Devon Bolger
THE DISTRICT council
has begun the new
borrowing strategy that
will help to fund its major
projects.
The first step in the borrowing
took place at the
Local Government Funding
Agency tender last
Wednesday.
A district council
spokesman said it announced
its intention to
borrow funds at the tender.
The money was expected
to be received on Monday,
he said.
The district council
sought five individual
loans, each $5 million,
which will bring the total
debt to $35.2 million.
One of the loans is intended
for the refinancing
of the current LGFA Zero
Coupon Security and the
funds will be held until
they are required.
A report presented to the
audit and risk subcommittee
said: “The borrowing
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will ensure adequate funding
is available for the capital
programme, including
construction of the Indoor
Courts, Selwyn Aquatic
Centre extension and the
Rolleston Town Centre.”
The total borrowing is
expected to hit $50 million
by June 30 this year.
Committee chairman
councillor Murray Lemon
said it is a particularly good
time to borrow and it will
keep costs off of ratepayers.
“The big change really
is that we’re going from
having money in the kitty
to borrowing. That is to
Visit
the
extend the timeframes and
costs of these projects over
multi-generations.
“They are multigenerational
facilities, we
don’t want to put that cost
only on to the current
ratepayer,” he said.
In November, Selwyn
Times reported the district
council expected to borrow
up to $50 million as part of
the new financial strategy.
Corporate services
group manager Greg Bell
said the district council is
implementing the borrowing
now because of its large
capital project programme.
“If we tried to fund it all
very quickly, people now
would be paying a lot more
and people in the future
will benefit so the aim is to
have that equity over time,”
he said.
Mr Bell said there will
not be any rates increases
because of the borrowing
and projections show
expected rates revenue
over the next 20 years will
cover the cost of it.
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Dave Fitzjohn
Travel and teaching leads to a passion for
Greendale resident Dave
Fitzjohn is the chairman
of the Lincoln Envirotown
Trust. He talks to Devon
Bolger about his work
with the environment
and how he ended up in
Selwyn
What got you started with the
Lincoln Envirotown Trust?
Largely it was not quite by
accident but I had been away on
a long trip overseas due to which
I had given up my actual serious
day job and then when I got
back, I was looking for part-time
work. The first one I saw was
to be a responsible business coordinator
[with the trust] which
was basically visiting businesses,
looking at their environmental,
sustainable practices and giving
awards. That was at the beginning
of 2014 and I didn’t even
know about the trust. It was a
really positive experience and
I was really impressed with the
work they were doing.
How did you make it all the
way to being the chairman?
First of all, I got asked to coordinate
the whole responsible
thing. Not just wander around,
but be in charge of the people
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PROUD: Dave Fitzjohn is the chairman of the Lincoln Envirotown
Trust responsible for managing the community garden and
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at the same time, I was asked
if I could add being a project
manager of Lincoln Envirotown
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When I was project manager
there, the founding chairwoman
was Sue Jarvis, and then came
Sam Rowland, who’s still very
active in the trust. She was chairwoman
for two years.
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When she packed up as chairwoman,
I adamantly thought:
No I’m project manager I won’t
be chairman but then you know
push came to shove and I decided
well yes, I will do it.
What has kept you with the
trust all this time?
I have to mention the people.
We have a great body of trustees,
some who have been there since
the trust started in 2007, but
enough new ones to keep us
adapting and coming up with
new ideas.
I am not the only part-time
employee. The gardens co-ordinator
Ruth Wood is responsible
for the community garden, the
co-ordinator of Selwyn Timebank,
Evelien Huismans, and
the trust coordinator Meredith
Jones, who does all the hard routine
admin work while I enjoy
the high profile stuff. In truth,
we do most of the work together
and this partnership is a great
motivator.
Are there any achievements
that stand out?
When I first started as project
manager with the trust I was doing
a lot of the stuff we had done
before. Things like the Kim Hill
hot topic and the crafts we do for
kids. I think probably the thing I
enjoyed the most, because it was
me who started it, implemented
it and got the resources sorted,
was when we did battery recycling
in Lincoln which proved
quite popular.
The other one is the Selwyn
Timebank. It’s a fantastic community
venture which puts people
in touch with each other and
gets them helping each other out.
This is great for a district that has
a lot of new people coming into
it. It is growing as all our projects
seem to be.
You mentioned a long trip
overseas?
It was kind of an ancient
backpackers expedition, we went
everywhere. We had to sell a
property in the UK because my
wife’s mother had died, we just
basically took a year off, went
to the UK via the Americas and
we came back across Russia and
Mongolia. It was a total trip of a
lifetime, it won’t happen again.
What kind of work did you do?
My old background, you could
say, was in education. I was a
kind-of teacher up until I came
to New Zealand.
When I got here, I did work in
education for a while but I found
it really difficult to go back and be
a normal teacher. I lasted about
six months at Christchurch Girls’
High School in 2002.
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the environment
Basically, I had been in education
administration overseas so I had
probably been pretty spoilt and
found going back to full-time
teaching quite difficult.
How did you end up in New
Zealand?
I grew up in Kenya and was
there until I went to university in
the United Kingdom and then I
went back to Kenya to work.
My mother lived in Kenya the
entire time, she died there. I just
really liked the tropics and wideopen
spaces. I ended up going
back there for about 12 years.
I became deputy principal of a
school there. I left largely because
we had just had a daughter and
at the time you couldn’t even
really take her in the car with
you in Nairobi. You would have
a chance of having guns pointed
at you from people trying to take
your car. If you’re on your own
that’s fine but if there is a child it’s
much harder.
We never actually got held up
by the way but that was the atmosphere
over there.
We ended up going to Singapore
and spent about eight years
there which was amazing. We
visited New Zealand and much
preferred that to our frequent
returns to the UK to see my wife’s
parents. It wasn’t as grey, it wasn’t
as cold and it was a lot of fun.
TRAVEL: Greendale’s Dave Fitzjohn exploring nature in
Botswana, Africa, after driving up from Cape Town.
So we asked New Zealand if we
could come here to live and you
said yes. We arrived on September
10, 2001. You can probably
guess why that date stuck in my
mind. The first news we heard
when we got here wasn’t about
New Zealand at all.
Why did you choose Selwyn?
We flew straight into Christchurch.
We rented just by pure
coincidence in Kirwee, we were
told it was only 20min from town
so thought why not.
Then when we started looking
to buy, we could get a couple of
acres as the same price as what
you’d get a two-bedroom apartment
for in the UK. We thought
wow two acres, we are going to be
like kings, so we decided to buy a
bit of land in Greendale.
Can you tell me about your
family?
My wife April Fitzjohn was
deputy principal at Weedons
School for many years and
still teaches there. She largely
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LINCOLN
concerns herself with turning
kids, staff and parents into ecowarriors.
It seems to run in the
family a bit.
I also have two daughters one
is 28 one is 25. New Zealand and
where we live has been really
good for them.
Why do you think people
should care about the environment?
The thing is: If all of it goes, if
New Zealand just becomes one
big commercial farm, I think
that is a huge loss. I think we’d
become a pretty boring bunch of
people without a beautiful environment
to live in.
What environmental issues
are you most passionate about?
It’s an old chestnut and always
sounds boring but I actually do
think the climate is changing.
Not just because of things I’ve
read but every time I open the
news I would say three or four of
the major news stories relate to
something going wrong because
of it.
The floods in Africa and things
like that. Every time people say
‘this has not happened before,’
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A NUMBER of Springston
committees are calling for new
members as the tri-annual
elections take place next week.
The Springston community
and reserves, hall and sports bar
committees are groups that aim to
better the township.
Community and reserves committee
chairman Rupert Tipples
said a number of members are
retiring at the election and they
are looking for new blood.
“If you want to make a real
difference and get involved in the
important issues in Springston
such as village services, playgrounds,
reserve issues, speeding
and parking near the school then
we want to hear from you.”
It is hoped all of the council
committees will combine after
the election for efficiency, only
the sports bar committee will be
separate, Mr Tipples said.
• The tri-annual elections
will take place on February 19
in the Errol Tweedy Pavilion at
Springston Reserve at 7.30pm
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Beware of being trapped by fire
• By Sophie Cornish
PEOPLE ARE being warned not
to go to areas they may not be
able to escape from if a major fire
breaks out in Canterbury.
The warning comes from
fire chiefs and police in the
aftermath of the recent hot
weather. The fire risk for parts
of the region
remain high.
Fire and
Emergency
New
Zealand is
encouraging
people to
avoid isolated
Wayne
Hamilton
areas that
have only one
or two entry
and exit
points, one example being
the Yarrs Flat Wildlife
Management Reserve near Lake
Ellesmere.
Said FENZ specialist fire
investigator Wayne Hamilton:
“Stay away from those areas.
People need to be conscious
that they are entering high fire
danger areas,” he said.
All walks in areas with vegetation
should be limited to the cool
of the morning, Mr Hamilton
said.
FENZ is also asking for people
TINDER DRY: Wolfes Rd, is a no exit leading to Yarrs Flat Wildlife Management Reserve near
Lake Ellesmere.
to save outdoor activities in
rural vegetation areas, such as
motor-cycling, trail-biking and
dirt-biking for a cooler day when
the fire risk is lower.
Additionally, FENZ is asking
motorists to not park their cars
on dry vegetation.
“It’s a real issue; vehicles
cause a lot of fires. It is very
important they park on gravelled
areas, don’t drive off the road
on to areas of vegetation,” Mr
Hamilton.
A total fire ban continues in
the entire Canterbury region,
meaning lighting any fires is
strictly prohibited.
A small amount of drizzle
does not make a difference to
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fire risk conditions, Mr
Hamilton warned.
“Unless we get significant
rain, people should not be
complacent, it doesn’t make a
difference.”
• Phone 111 immediately if
you see or smell smoke,
or see any suspicious
behaviour.
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BOTH ENDS of the Leeston to
Doyleston cycleway are nearly
complete.
District council transportation
asset manager Andrew Mazey
said the work within the road reserve
at the Leeston end has been
completed.
Work at the Doyleston end is
nearly finished,
“The council is in the process
of confirming the remaining
route of the cycleway which will
be constructed off-road for the
section between the Leeston and
Doyleston ends.
“This has largely been agreed
and the final steps are under way
to do this,” he said.
An expected date of completion
cannot be provided, Mr Mazey
said.
“It depends on when the remaining
route can be confirmed
and when the contract can be let.
“Working in the winter period
would be problematic so if we are
not able to get under way before
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Handling screaming in public
PRIOR TO last week, I’d
managed to contain the majority
of Vittoria’s toddler tantrums to
within the realm of my house
or the house of a relative (or an
aeroplane when she was four
months old, but that was a long
time ago).
Now, I know the feeling of
having complete strangers look at
you in horror, because they likely
believe you are either kidnapping
a toddler, or murdering it.
Vittoria’s Nan overnighted at
our place last week to both make
it easier to get to her work shifts
and to allow me to go to dragon
boat training by looking after
Vittoria.
In an effort to repay my mum’s
help I offered to play driver on
some errands for her.
To my eternal gratitude, my
mum’s a keen bargain hunter,
so while we were on the errands
in Hornby we, of course, had
to stop in to check for some at
Dress-Smart.
I’d not taken Vittoria to a mall
since she’s been at full toddler
stage, so I was a little apprehensive.
Her behaviour put me in a
false sense of security though.
She was happy to hold my hand
while walking or just play around
the little rides you find in malls.
Particularly a Spot ride, that
yellow dog is a clear favourite
book character currently.
So following her around as she
FAVOURITE: A quiet moment
with Spot before things went
downhill.
explored while Mum looked for
what she needed seemed a good
plan – until Vittoria saw the ice
cream shop.
Oh Lord, why do they always
put pictures of strawberries at
toddler height on those things?
As soon as she saw it she made
a beeline through the legs of
the good folks waiting on their
chilled treat to point at a picture
of strawberries and ice cream
and proudly say “storbies” with a
huge grin on her face.
It was then that I made the fatal
error of saying “no love, we’re
not having ice cream.”
My face must have been as red
as those damn strawberries as
VITTORIA
& Matt
I plucked the screaming ball of
rage that had replaced my daughter
from the front of the shop.
I dared not look at the faces of
the other adults, but in my mind
they were very disapproving.
She was top of the lungs going
for it. Writhing, kicking,
throwing her shoes around and
trying to just leave with strangers
on the lift. I fully doubt they
wanted to share the lift with her
though, they looked just as put
off as everyone else. I think, eye
contact was not something I was
keen on.
So after what felt like an hour
of this, I get a phone call from
mum saying she was done and
wanted to meet up. To get ice
cream.
Grandparents eh? So after all
that, Vittoria got her strawberry
ice cream and I got a lesson in
how much perceived looks of
disapproval can make you sweat.
I also got ice cream, which took
the edge off a little.
• Former Star Media journalist
Matt Salmons has become a
stay-at-home dad. We follow
his journey weekly
BACKYARD CRITTERS
Mike Bowie is an ecologist who specialises in
entomology (insects and other invertebrates).
Each week he introduces a new species found in
his backyard at Lincoln. His column aims to raise
public awareness of biodiversity, the variety of
living things around us. Check out the full list
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Slimy garden pest
AT LEAST 29 species of exotic
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One common
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The slug is quite
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First goal reached for 16-year-old cyclist
• By Jacob Page
LINCOLN HIGH School’s
Jenna Borthwick has achieved
a goal she has been working
towards for the past four years.
The 16-year-old cyclist, who
lives in Springston, has been
selected in the 13-strong New
Zealand junior track cycling
team for the world championships
in Cairo, Egypt, in
August, which was named on
Friday night.
“This has been something I
have wanted to achieve since
I first heard about this when I
was 12-years-old,” she said.
“It’s pretty surreal.”
Jenna is one of six Cantabrians
to make the team with
Charlotte Spurway (Rangi
• By Jacob Page
RAIN MADE sure the semifinalists
were found with one
round to go in the Canterbury
Country 45-over cricket
competition.
All four matches in the
penultimate round were rained
off with the points shared.
It means Oxford, Cheviot,
Leeston-Southbridge and
Southbrook have qualified
for the semi-finals but the
finishing positions could be
affected depending on the
results of the final round of
games which will be played on
February 29.
The three-week break is
due to potential Hawke Cup
commitments for representative
players over the next fortnight
with Canterbury Country
travelling to Marlborough for
the zone final this weekend with
the winner getting a Hawke Cup
challenge the following week.
At the other end of the competition,
Lincoln and Weedons are
tied for the wooden spoon on 36
points with whoever finishes last
facing the potential prospect of
relegation from the top grade for
next season.
The final week of games will
Ruru), Mikaela Grant (Villa
Maria), Laurence Pithie (ex-
Christchurch Boys’ High
School), Ryan McLeod
(CBHS), and Sebastian Lipp
(Catholic Cathedral College)
also selected based off excellent
performances at Oceania
championships in October
and New Zealand championships
last month
Jenna said it turned out to
be an anxious wait for confirmation.
“We were told we would get
an email earlier than we did
so I got pretty nervous that
the email wasn’t going to arrive
with the news.”
She won five under-19
titles at the national championships
in Cambridge a
see high-flyers Oxford host
Lincoln, who will need an upset
to ensure their premier status for
next season.
Darfield welcome Weedons
which is in the same position as
Lincoln.
Second-placed Cheviot will
play Sefton and Leeston-Southbridge
will travel to Southbrook
eager to get a win after three
straight losses.
Leeston-Southbridge allrounder
Tim Gruijters leads the
fortnight ago to seal her spot.
Jenna won titles in the
omnium, scratch race, 500m
time trial, 2km individual
pursuit and the kerin.
She said she had decided to
switch her focus from sprint
events to the longer distances
12 months ago to try to make
the team.
“I saw that there were more
opportunities internationally
by doing that so I thought I
would give it a go after my
final year at under-17s.
“I never realised how much
training affected me during
a race.
“I could really see the
difference in the pursuits
and bunch racing and
how I was able to hold my
Rain ensures top four
confirmed for country cricket
POWER:
Leeston-
Southbridge
all-rounder
Tim Gruijters
is leading the
Canterbury
Country 45-
over most
valuable
player ranking
with one
round-robin
week to go.
PHOTO:
KAREN
CASEY
most valuable player standings
for the tournament with a week
to go.
He has 91 points, 14 ahead of
Oxford’s David Fulton with Cheviot’s
Will Hamilton a further
point back.
There will be two rounds of the
twenty20 competition held this
weekend.
Points – Oxford 72, Cheviot
68, Leeston 60, Southbrook 56,
Sefton 44, Darfield 44, Lincoln
36, Weedons 36.
endurance much better.
“I used to do one lap maximum
effort around Denton
Park and then I changed it to
four and I noticed a big difference.”
Borthwick said she was
keen to talk to other risers
who have competed at the
event in previous years as she
will be eligible for a second
time in 2021.
The team will meet for
several training camps at
Cambridge with the first one
set for April.
“The reality is that the hard
work starts again.
“It opens a lot more
opportunities for me,
potentially more racing
overseas for me.”
• By Jacob Page
SEVERAL SELWYN junior
tennis players have earned
Canterbury selection for the
national age-group teams event
in April.
The 12s and 14s age-group
event will be held at Wilding
Park from April 16 to 19 and
the 17s event will be held at the
Waikato Tennis Centre from
April 17 to 20.
Killinchy’s Sophia Amyes has
made the 12s, Irwell’s Nishita
Maarka has made the 14s team
and she will be joined by clubmate
Diego Quispe-Kim who
has made the 17s team.
Killinchy’s Ben Smith was
scheduled to be involved in an
eight-person play-off for one of
two spots in the 17s team.
Smith has been playing
Canterbury Country division
one men’s tennis regularly this
summer.
Teams representing Northern,
Auckland, Waikato, Central,
Canterbury and Southern will
DREAM: Jenna Borthwick has switched
her focus to longer track distances and
been rewarded with national selection.
PHOTO: GETTY
SPORT
National age-group
teams event snares
Selwyn tennis juniors
OPPORTUNITY: Irwell’s
Diego Quispe-Kim will be
part of the Canterbury
squad for the national teams
event in April.
take part across 12s, 14s and 17s
age-groups.
Each team will have four
boys and four girls and they
will compete in a round-robin
format against each region in
four singles matches and two
doubles with finalists confirmed
based on those results.
Senior country tennis was
rained out on Saturday.
• More sport, page 15
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DARFIELD’S Sophie Townsend
won the Canterbury junior rider
series for the second year in a
row with a perfect score of threeout-of-three
wins during the
Canterbury Championships on
Saturday.
The 17-year-old said she had
not been counting her wins this
season but was delighted to wrap
up the series at the National
Equestian Centre at McLeans
Island.
“He felt really good,” she said
of her horse Kingslea Kiwi.
“It is a nice run up to the South
Island championships (this)
weekend in Blenheim and then
for the horse of the year show in
March.”
It was a great competition, with
seven combinations coming back
for a jump-off.
Three of them jumped clear in
SPORT
COMMANDING: Darfield’s Sophia Townsend and her horse
Kingslea Kiwi go back-to-back at the Canterbury junior rider
series on Saturday.
PHOTO: JANE THOMPSON
Perfect score earns
back-to-back titles
the second round with very little
between their times, with Sophie
finishing in a time of 39.88sec,
just 0.32sec ahead of her nearest
rival.
Darfield’s Georgia Allison, riding
Hokey Pokey won the Adrienne
Cromie Memorial Trophy
for show hunters.
Georgia had finished second in
this class last year.
“It is really cool to win this
class,” she said.
“I know Adrienne and I think
it is awesome to recognise and
remember her with this class and
the amazing trophy.”
Georgia does not have long left
with Hokey Pokey as he will be
going to his new owners in the
North Island after the horse of
the year show where she will be
competing in both show hunter
and the show ring.
TOP EFFORT:
Darfield’s
Georgia Allison
and her horse
Hokey Pokey
after winning
the Adrienne
Cromie
Memorial
Trophy for show
hunters at the
Canterbury
Championships,
on Saturday.
PHOTOS: JANE
THOMPSON
Brettkelly’s new driving force
pays off in strokeplay event
• By Gordon Findlater
HORORATA’S Dominic
Brettkelly is aiming to bring
the joy back to his golf game
after winning the Lamb and
Hayward Canterbury Strokeplay
Championship at Harewood on
Sunday.
Brettkelly is currently back
home after taking a break from
his studies on a golf scholarship
at Western Kentucky University
in the United States. During the
break, the 21-year-old is looking
to find enjoyment in the game
he loves after battling with the
mounting pressure to achieve.
“Over the last four or five years
as I’ve started to play bigger and
better tournaments I’ve lost the
joy of why I started to play in the
first place,” said Brettkelly.
“I’m trying to change the way
that my brain works, so it’s going
to take a little bit of time. I’m
trying to change my approach to
golf and life. I always put a lot of
pressure on myself saying I had
to succeed in golf. I still want to
succeed, but I’ve realised that it’s
not everything.”
A fresh approach worked at
the weekend when he shot a
final-round 71 win the men’s
strokeplay title by one shot
ahead of Hayato Miya, Mike
Toeke, and Josh Smith.
Thomson, Fowler shootout winners
JOHN THOMSON and Angela
Folwer were the big winners at
the Lincoln Golf Club shootout
event on Sunday,
The event saw 40 golfers play
across four grades with the
highest scoring player on each
hole being eliminated until only
one person is left.
Thomson was the last man
standing in the 10-strong tier
one field and claimed the Jim
McDonald Memorial Trophy for
his efforts.
Fowler won the top flight
women’s competition outlasting
nine other competitors.
Heather Templeton won the
tier two women’s competition
while Shehan Saparamadu
prevailed in the men’s secondtier
competition.
“I was definitely in a different
mindset,” said Brettkelly.
“I didn’t have any expectations
going in. I just kind of entered
the weekend trying to have fun
and see what happens. As the
tournament went on I realised I
had a good chance to win.
The left-hander admits he
thought his chances of winning
were done after bogies at
the 10th, 12th, and 13th holes.
However, he was able to take the
clubhouse lead with birdies on
the final three holes.
It was then a waiting game
with the final group of Reid
Hilton, Toeke and Smith still
on course and looking likely to
top his score. However, the final
BACK HOME:
Dominic
Brettkelly
is hoping to
rediscover the
joy of playing
while on a break
from the rigours
of college golf
in the United
States.
group all dropped shots down
the stretch which saw Brettkelly
win the title for a second time
after winning at Waitakiri in
2018.
Earlier the Hororata member
shot a tournament-low 70 in
his opening round on Saturday
morning to hold a first-round
lead. However, a round of 76 in
the afternoon left him trailing
Smith by four shots.
Brettkelly plans to play the
South Island Strokeplay at
St Clair in Dunedin starting
February 21.
However, his key focus is on
fine-tuning his mental approach
before returning to college in
May.
WINNER: Tournament organiser Nancy Moroney, with men’s
winner John Thomson and Lincoln Golf Club president Ron
McLaren after the shootout event on Sunday.
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Waitangi Day celebration
for new citizens
Waitangi Day became an extra special celebration of a new start for 21 New Zealanders at Ngāti
Moki Marae, Taumutu.
For the second year running, Te Taumutu Rūnanga and the people of Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki hosted a
special Citizenship Ceremony at the marae.
More than 100 people attended the ceremony, where 21 people from eight different nationalities
from Britain to Sri Lanka and the Philippines officially became citizens of Aotearoa.
Mayor Sam Broughton says holding the ceremony on Waitangi Day was a significant thing to be
able to do.
“Waitangi Day is a day when tangata whenua welcomed new people to be a part of this place, so
it is special to be able to celebrate at Ngāti Moki Marae and to be welcoming new citizens from
all over the world who have chosen to make this special place home. We’re really grateful to Te
Taumutu Rūnanga and the people of Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki for hosting us,” he says.
Minna Smith, originally from Finland, was among those who officially became a New Zealander.
Having the ceremony at the marae was “amazing”, she says.
“It was really, really cool. I live locally so it had a ‘just down the road’ feel to it, but I had not been
there before, or been officially welcomed onto a marae before. People explained different bits of
what was happening; the meanings of the greetings and performances and things and why they
do it, so it added to it.”
Becoming a citizen was a natural thing to do after 28 years living here, she says.
“I’ve contemplated it a couple of times before and I thought it was about time. I’m married to a
New Zealander and I have got a son who’s nearly grown up, so I thought it was time to make it
official. I felt really good about it and it was a really special thing to do.”
Intersection upgrade getting under way
Work on the intersection upgrade at Lowes Road and Tennyson Street in Rolleston will be starting on
Monday 17 February.
The upgrade will see traffic lights installed to replace the roundabout, along with new lanes, cycleways,
pavement upgrade, streetlights and drainage improvements. The work is expected to be completed by
the end of June, depending on the weather.
During the work, Lowes Road will be one way on both sides of the intersection, with lanes open for
traffic heading away from the intersection, but not towards it. There will also be a stop/go system and
speed restrictions on Tennyson Street.
The upgrade to the intersection is being made
ahead of expected increase in traffic from the
southern motorway extension and town growth,
particularly with the construction of the Rolleston
Town Centre.
The upgrades will improve access and safety
for Rolleston College students, especially the
growing number of children cycling to and from
the school. It will also help with traffic flow and
safety for people using Foster Dog Park, Foster
Lowes Road and Tennyson Street intersection
Park and the Selwyn Aquatic Centre.
Win a barbeque evening for
your street
Do you love your neighbourhood? Want to get to know your
neighbours better? Like barbeques? This week is the last week to
go in the draw for the Council to run a Meet Your Street barbeque
for your street on Tuesday 3 March. Just fill out the form at selwyn.
govt.nz/meetyourstreet to enter. Entries close Friday 14 February.
Selwyn leads the nation in
population and economic growth
Selwyn had the highest population and economic growth in New
Zealand over the past 10 years, according to new figures.
Annual economic profile figures released by analysts Infometrics
show from 2009 to 2019, the district’s population grew by an average
of 5.2% per year and GDP grew by an annual average of 6.5%,
ahead of Queenstown Lakes in second.
The district also had the largest growth in population in the country
over the 2019 year (5.3%), and the second largest growth in GDP
(6.8%) just behind Hawke’s Bay (6.9%).
Mayor Sam Broughton says it is good to see so many people
recognising what a great place Selwyn is to live in.
“We welcome the people who have joined us in calling Selwyn home
over the last 10 years. We knew this place was good, and now we
share this with many new arrivals.
Our planning and investment in quality infrastructure means we can
cater for future growth, which continues to bring many new amenities
to existing residents.”
Selwyn also fared well in 2019 in new wellbeing indicators monitored
by Infometrics.
The district had one of the lowest crime rates and highest life
expectancies in New Zealand and was better than the national
average for work place injuries, people presenting with mental health
issues, and housing and rental affordability.
“The evidence shows that Selwyn remains a very safe place to live
and raise a family, and that the opportunities here and a bit of fresh
air are good for the soul,” Mr Broughton says.
The figures show Lincoln was the fastest growing town in the district
in 2019, growing by 10% to 7,380 people, and West Melton saw the
biggest growth over the decade growing almost 17% to 2250.
Farming and manufacture of dairy products was the biggest employer
in the region last year, followed by defence, higher education and
housing construction. Primary industries (agriculture, forestry
and fishing) made up 17.6% of the district’s GDP, followed by
manufacturing (12.6%) and construction (8.1%).
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Population growth 5.3% 1.6%
Economic growth 6.8% 3%
Increase in jobs 3.8% 1.9%
Life expectancy 84.3 years 81.8 years
Average house price $555,988 $687,099
Crime rate
(crimes per 10,000 people)
94.6 344.1
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Creative Communities Selwyn can help!
Funding is available to groups or individuals with community-based
creative projects that promote arts or culture in Selwyn.
Applications for this funding round close at 5pm, Saturday 29 February.
Visit www.selwyn.govt.nz/artsfunding for more information and to apply.
Council Call
Selwyn District Council
Norman Kirk Drive, Rolleston
Ph 347 2800 or 318 8338
Rolleston Library
Rolleston Drive, Rolleston
Ph 347 2880
Darfield Library & Service Centre
1 South Terrace, Darfield
Ph 318 8338 or 347 2780
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Notices
DOG MICROCHIPPING
This free monthly service is
available on Friday 14 February
at the following places:
· Rolleston 9–9.30am
· Lincoln 10.15–10.45am
· Leeston 11.30am–12pm
· Darfield 12.45–1.15pm
If your dog was first registered
after 30 June 2006 and is not a
working dog, the law requires
him or her to be microchipped.
Please note:
· All clinics last for half an hour.
· The Rolleston venue is in
Norman Kirk Drive. All others
are libraries.
· Microchipping will not take
place if wet.
If you have any questions
regarding microchipping, please
contract Tracey Wheeler on 347
2800 or 318 8338.
ALCOHOL NOTICES
RP and DP O’Connell Limited
has applied for the renewal of
an on licence and an off licence.
Famous Grouse 2009 Limited
has applied for the renewal of
an off licence. Objections are
open until 26 February. For more
information go to selwyn.govt.
nz/alcoholnotices.
U3A MALVERN INAUGURAL
MONTHLY MEETING
U3A is holding its first meeting
in Malvern this month. U3A, or
University of the Third Age, is
an international movement for
people who are retired, semiretired
or nearing retirement and
want to be part of a learning
community. The inaugural
meeting will be held, Friday
21 February 10am at the
Darfield Baptist Church, 15
Greendale Road, Darfield. Dr
Philip Bagshaw founder of the
Canterbury Charity Hospital, will
be speaking. Enquiries, email
U3Amalvern@gmail.com
Selwyn Events
THURSDAY
13
FEBRUARY
Burnham Picnic in the Park
Freyberg Domain, 5–7pm
The latest in the popular picnics in the
park. Enjoy a summer’s evening at the
park with the family, with live music a
free sausage sizzle, Pedalmania, face
painting and more.
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 Therese Davel or
Bernadette Ryan if you wish to
speak at the Council meeting
at least five days before the
meeting.
Township, Hall and Reserve
Committees: To list or make
changes to meeting details, email
meeting.changes@selwyn.govt.
nz or phone 347 2800 or 318
8338 by 9am Wednesday the
week before publication.
COUNCIL & COMMUNITY
BOARD
Council
Wed 12 Feb 1pm
Rolleston Council building
Malvern Community Board
Mon 24 Feb 4pm
ON THE
ROADS
Arthur’s Pass
Council
Wed 26 Feb 1pm
Rolleston Council building
DISTRICT COMMITTEE
MEETINGS
Coalgate Township Committee
Tue 25 Feb 7.30pm
Coalgate Fire Station
Dunsandel Community
Committee
Mon 17 Feb 7.30pm
Dunsandel Community Centre
Glentunnel Township
Committee
Mon 24 Feb 7.30pm
Glentunnel Community Centre
Hororata Reserve
Management Committee
Wed 12 Feb 7.30pm
Hororata Hall
Kimberley Reserve and
Hall Committee
Support for injured animals on
its way
Hundreds of items for animals hit hard by the Australian bush fires
will be winging their way to Australia this week.
Selwyn Libraries has collected 719 items including fabric pouches,
nests and mittens that have been made by crafters to help out
animals suffering from the bush fires.
The items will be shipped to the Perth Wildlife Rescue Network. The
network is acting as a hub for donated goods and will distribute them
to other organisations across Western Australia as they are needed.
The libraries began offering patterns and the use of library
equipment to sew and knit items in early January.
Libraries Senior Arts, Culture and Lifelong Learning Co-ordinator
Hayley Browne says what started out as a small way to assist people
who wanted to help, has turned into a fantastic story of generosity.
“We’ve been overwhelmed with support locally, nationally and
internationally. We’ve had messages from around the world and
people sending things through from all over the place.”
On the roads this week
Thu 27 Feb 7.30pm
Kimberley Hall
Kirwee Community Committee
Mon 17 Feb 7.30pm
Kirwee Community Hall,
A&P Showgrounds
Leeston Park Committee
Mon 24 Feb 8pm
Leeston Park Pavilion
Little Rakaia Huts
Advisory Committee
Mon 17 Feb 7pm
Community Rooms,
Rakaia Huts Camping Ground
Sheffield/Waddington
Community Committee
Thu 20 Feb 7.30pm
Sheffield Community Hall
Springston Community
Committee and Springston
Recreation Reserve Committee
Triennial meeting
Wed 19 Feb 7.30pm
Errol Tweedy Pavilion,
Springston Reserve
Speed restrictions are in place on Springs Road between Birchs Road and Trents
Road due to maintenance work on the water system. Tennyson Street between
Markham Way and Moore Street is one-way, open to southbound traffic only. NZTA
has advised that Hoskyns Road is left in and left out only at Main South Road. The
Weedons Interchange is now fully open and Berketts Road is open for left turn in
(southbound) traffic only from Main South Road.
The intersection upgrade of Tennyson Street and Lowes Road will be underway on Monday 17
February. Lowes Road will be one way both side of the Tennyson Street intersection, open to traffic
travelling away from the intersection. Traffic management will also be in place on Tennyson Street from
just before Bronte Way to just south of the intersection.
Pavement seal repairs are taking place on Wards Road. Traffic management will be in place.
Footpath construction will be taking place on Durrell Way in Rolleston. The footpath will be closed
during construction.
FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
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SUNDAY
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WEDNESDAY
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Leeston Outdoor Movie
Anderson Square, Leeston, 7–9pm
Mamma Mia!:Here We Go Again with
the smash hit ABBA themed sequel.
Break out the sequined jump suit, or
just bring a seat, bean bag or blanket
and enjoy the big screen.
Pool of Rock Pool Party
Selwyn Aquatic Centre, 1–4pm
The last pool party of the summer
is going to be big with local bands,
inflatables and the opportunity to enjoy
the pool with no lane ropes to be seen.
Streets Ice Cream are also offering free
ice cream, while stock lasts!
A Month of Sundays
Lincoln Green, behind Lincoln
Library, 1–3pm
Relax, unwind and recharge with live
local music, face painting and garden
games every Sunday in February. This
week’s bands are Lil Chuck, 4-Stroke
and The Reconstruction. Bring a
picnic and enjoy.
Poetry for Seniors
Lincoln Library, 11am–12pm
Come along for morning tea and
listen to our collection of poems and
short stories.
Tai Tapu Summer
Skate Jam
Tai Tapu Primary School,
3.30–5.30pm
The highly-anticipated Summer
Skate Jams are back for 2020!
A great way to introduce young
people to skating with free gear hire,
prizes, music and coaching from
Cheapskates Skate Skool. Join us in
a relaxed environment to give it a go.
Something for all abilities
For information on listing a community event visit
www.selwyn.govt.nz/councilcall
Leeston Library & Service Centre
19 Messines Street, Leeston
Ph 347 2871
Lincoln Library & Service Centre
Gerald Street, Lincoln
Ph 347 2876
(03) 347 2800
Darfield call free 318 8338
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Month of Sundays
Lincoln on Sunday, 1-3pm
Go along and relax, unwind
and recharge on Sunday
afternoon with live music, face
painting, garden games or
pop into the Lincoln Library
for a browse. Take a picnic
to enjoy while listening to an
outstanding line-up of talented
musicians. For postponement
and cancellation notices visit
the Selwyn District Council
Facebook page or website.
The Lincoln Green
Springston Secret Garden
Working Bee
Springston on Sunday,
10.30am-noon
A wonderful opportunity
to meet like-minded locals
in a relaxed, family-friendly,
community garden. As
a member of the Selwyn
Timebank, volunteers can earn
credits per hour of service given.
Phone Tina 021 738 092 or email
springstonsecretgarden@gmail.
com
387b Ellesmere Junction Rd,
Springston
Virtual Reality Drop-In
Sessions
Rolleston on Monday, 3.30-
5.30pm, Leeston on Wednesday,
2-4pm, Darfield and Lincoln on
Email devon.bolger@starmedia.kiwi by
5pm each Wednesday
Thursday, 3.30-5.30
The libraries have some
awesome new tech to check out.
Kayak with the penguins in
Antarctica, fly to the international
space station and experience
zero-gravity, complete our Beat
Saber challenge, or even tour Anne
Frank’s house. Don’t miss these
sessions to test out the new VR
headsets. Suitable for ages 13 and
over.
Rolleston, Leeston, Darfield
and Lincoln libraries
Lincoln Ladies Tech Group
Lincoln on Friday, 2.30-3.30pm
Head along for these sessions
are designed to help with
the basics of learning how
to use modern devices, such
as smartphones, tablets and
computers. Each session will
start out with a basic tutorial and
lead to interactive peer learning.
Lincoln Library
Scrabble Club
Lincoln on Monday, 11.30am-
12.30pm
Whether you’re a competitive
player or just happy to play and
enjoy a social chat, this club is a
great place to get to know other
locals and take part in a good
game of scrabble. Everything is
provided. All ages. Free.
Lincoln Library
JP Clinics
Rolleston on Monday, noon-
1pm, Lincoln on Tuesday, 10am-
1pm, Darfield on Wednesday,
11.30am-12.30pm
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.
Darfield, Lincoln and Rolleston
libraries
Uninhibited
Lincoln on Wednesday-
Thursday, 11.30am-2.30pm and
Friday-Sunday, 10am-4pm
Head along to the vibrant and
lively exhibition by Jill Cowan,
Nicky Loe and Jean Rogers. The
first exhibition of 2020. Until
February 16.
Down by the Liffey Gallery
Darfield and Rolleston
Ukulele Groups
Darfield on Monday, 11am-
12pm and Rolleston on Thursday,
7-8.30pm
Go along and learn new chords,
strumming styles, a variety of songs
and have fun playing together
in a group. Some spare ukuleles
are available to use. Beginners
and experienced ukulele players
welcome. No enrolment necessary.
$8 fee in Darfield and $10 in
Rolleston to cover expenses. The
groups run each week.
Darfield Library Community
Room 1A and Church of the
Resurrection, Rolleston
Markets
Rolleston Farmers Market:
Sunday, 9am-12.30pm, 96
Rolleston Drive
Darfield Market: Saturday,
9am-1pm, opposite Challenge
Darfield, South Tce.
Market@254: Saturday,
9.30am-1pm, rain or shine,
254 Lawford Rd, West Melton.
Lincoln Farmers and Craft
Market: Saturday, 10am-1pm,
Gerald St.
Go along to the first of the
Summer Skate Jams events
today (Wednesday) in Glentunnel.
Free gear hire, prizes, music and
coaching from Cheapskates
Skate Skool available. There is
a ‘learn to skate’ aspect where
you can borrow a skateboard
or skates and team up with one
of the Cheapskates instructors.
During the evening, there will
be a fun competition with two
divisions, enter on the day. Similar
events are planned throughout
the district. Glentunnel Primary
School, 3.30-5.30pm.
Running groups
Rolleston Road Runners:
Thursday registration from
6.15pm for a 6.30pm start. 3km,
6km and 9km options in Foster
Park, next to the gravel car park.
Lincoln Road Runners:
Tuesday registration from
5.40pm for a 6pm start. 3km
or 6km options. Starts outside
Coffee Culture on Gerald St.
Malvern Road Runners:
Tuesday registration from
5.45pm for a 6pm start. 1.8km,
3km and 6km options. Meet at
McHughs Plantation.
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. Foster
Park, Rolleston.
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Tasty Bites
Introduce colour palletes to your palate
If you’re bored of a basic
green salad, here’s a hearty
variation that includes cooked
quinoa for added protein and
fibre. It’s vegan and glutenfree,
and for just 331 calories,
each delicious bowl offers 13
grams of protein and seven
grams of fibre
COLOURFUL:
A sesame ginger
quinoa salad.
Sesame Ginger Quinoa
Salad
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water
¼ tsp salt
1½ cups shelled frozen edamame
3 medium carrots, peeled and
diced
½ yellow pepper, diced
½ red pepper, diced
1 cup red cabbage, chopped
2 Tbsp sesame oil
2 Tbsp rice vinegar
3 tsp fresh ginger, finely minced
1 Tbsp sesame seeds
Directions
Place the quinoa, water, and
salt in a covered pot. Heat on
high until it boils, lower the heat
to low, and cook for about 15min
or until the quinoa is soft and the
water absorbed.
Pour the quinoa into a
medium-sized bowl, and mix
in the frozen edamame, carrots,
peppers, and cabbage.
In a small bowl, make the
dressing by mixing the sesame oil,
rice vinegar, minced ginger, and
sesame seeds.
Pour the dressing over the
FLAVOUR:
Rainbow Israeli
salad.
quinoa and veggies, and mix
thoroughly. Enjoy immediately,
or store in a covered container for
later.
Try this colourful vegan side
dish from Israel. So easy,
pretty, and flavourful!
Rainbow Israeli Salad
Ingredients
½ small red cabbage, shredded in
small pieces
3 small ripe tomatoes, diced
1 yellow capsicum, seeded, diced
½ cucumber, diced, with skin on
120g small white button
mushrooms, sliced
¾ cup pitted Kalamata olives
3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp salt, or more to taste
Directions
Combine all vegetables in a
large mixing bowl and mix well.
In a small mixing bowl, combine
lemon juice, olive oil and salt.
Pour over the chopped vegetables
and mix well. Serve.
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Gardening
Almost endless list of container plants
GROWING plants in
containers is a popular way to
bring patios, outdoor rooms
and the garden to life.
Plants soften edges, add
colour, vibrancy and in some
cases perfume to areas where
they are placed.
Often referred to as the
gardens accessories, cleverly
placed pots and containers
create a statement, just as a
necklace or belt does when
added to an outfit.
Containers create focal
points to enhance areas of the
garden and draw your eye away
from places you don’t wish to
highlight.
The list of plants that happily
thrive in pots and containers
is almost endless. From edible
wonders such as dwarf fruit
trees to lemons and limes and
endless vegetable crops through
to the flower power of roses,
geraniums, petunias, poppies,
dahlias and more.
For fragrant options, try gardenia,
star jasmine, rosemary
or daphne. Mix and matching
different plant combinations is
lots of fun and enables you to
change your garden each season
in a very cost-effective way.
Flowers can be planted
under topiaries or fruit trees.
Strawberries are fabulous with
parsley in hanging baskets.
Try petunia raspberry
blast. The colourful character
smoothers itself in raspberry
and pink coloured flowers all
season. It’s a must for sunny
outdoor living rooms throughout
the country.
Generally most plants can
adapt to life in a container providing
they have enough room
for their root zone, plenty of
fertiliser, water and the correct
sun or shade requirements.
Be aware containers restrict
the root growth of plants; this
can determine how tall or wide
a plant can grow. Not only the
leaves and flowers need room
to grow but also the root zone.
Roots are a plant’s engine
room and need care and
attention to reward you with
colour, vibrancy, texture or
fragrance.
Tips for container
gardening success
Site – Place pot/container
carefully as the site will govern
what plant types will happily
thrive. Choose plants to suit the
situation.
Size – Pots and containers
vary in shape, size and colour.
Ensure the container is big
enough to house the plants you
wish to grow. Patio planters
come in a range of colours and
provide a very effective planting
option.
Drainage – All pots and
containers require drainage
holes. Don’t be fooled and
think if there are no holes it
will save on watering. The roots
may drown or root diseases will
occur.
Choice – Plant choice is endless
so have fun and add your
personality to your combinations.
Bulbs, flowers and herbs
make brilliant planting combinations
with strong foliage
plants. Change them as often as
you like.
Watering – Keep plants well
watered, seep watering a few
times a week is ideal. Light
watering daily encourages the
roots to stay near the surface,
meaning the plant may not be
well anchored in the pot and
could blow over. When pots
and containers dry out it’s very
hard to get the moisture back
into the soil. Always blend in
re-wetting granules. It enables
the soil to retain moisture and
make it available to the plants.
Feeding – Potting mixes will
need to be topped up with slow
release fertiliser each season to
ensure blooming results. Use a
controlled release plant food.
Movement – Twist your
pots and containers frequently
to ensure all sides get even
amounts of light.
Holiday care – Ask a friend
or neighbour to water your
pots and containers while you
are away, your plants will thank
you for it.
Re-potting – Check potted
plants seasonally. The only sure
way to discover the state of the
roots is to remove the plant
and examine them carefully.
If fresh root tips are showing
over the surface of the root
ball, or forming a thick spiral
at the base, then re-potting into
a larger container is necessary.
Containers are versatile
because they are portable
and easy to maintain. A well
planted and placed container
will last for years.
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Corolla wagon fills void in shrinking market
I’M A BIG fan of station wagons,
especially those that are small in
stature.
However, it’s part of the new
car market in New Zealand that
has shrunk to almost nothing
thanks to the demand for sport
utility vehicles. Sure, Ford has a
Focus wagon, Hyundai has an i30
wagon, and there’s a smattering
of continental models – Skoda’s
Octavia Scout and BMW’s Active
Tourer. As an aside, Holden has
an Astra wagon here, but it is due
to be discontinued.
However, you can count on
Toyota to keep the market ticking
over with steady sales, its Corolla
wagon has served the company
well and it captures my attention,
it’s a car I could certainly live
with, I don’t need a sport utility
vehicle, but I do like a car that
offers load space greater than a
standard boot.
The entire Corolla range has
just had a bit of a refresh and a
new generation wagon has been
added, it’s the first in the latest
Corolla series and has been built
with all the traditional Corolla
values, it is state-of-the-art underneath
and it looks fabulous.
The only real difference between
the hatch/sedan variants is that
the wagon doesn’t get the 2-litre
engine, nor is it available as a
hybrid. The wagon gets a 1.8-litre
engine, but that matters little, and
if you take into account that the
engine is larger than the previous
model (1.5-litre), the ingredients
are in place for capable, practical
motoring.
The evaluation car was carrying
additional Toyota Racing
Development parts, a body kit,
black wheels, and with TRD
appointments it looked great
and certainly generated a lot of
interest during the week it was in
my care.
Otherwise, the wagon is available
in only one specification at
$29,990. Unlike previous generation
models, there is no manual
gearbox option, it arrives with
continuously variable automatic
transmission only. I believe that is
value-packed buying considering
you’ve got that healthy cargo load
section – 392-litres up to 800-litres
with the rear seats folded flat.
For that money it also gets
a suite of Toyota Sense safety
technologies, easily earning it a
five-star Australasian New Car
Assessment Program safety rating.
Items fitted for comfort and
convenience are generous given
its budget price.
Powering the Corolla wagon is
a four-cylinder engine of 1798cc.
Toyota rates it with 104kW and
171Nm, available collectively at
6100rpm and 3900rpm.
TOYOTA COROLLA WAGON: Versatile load carrying section.
If these figures look familiar,
they are much the same as those
from Corollas of previous eras.
They are healthy outputs and
more than capable of fulfilling the
wagon’s role, especially if you take
into account that at around 1300kg
the Corolla in this form isn’t
overweight, even with its 425kg
payload rating.
On the subject of figures, the
Corolla wagon returns hugely
respectable fuel usage statistics,
Toyota lists a combined cycle
rating of 6.8-litres per 100km.
Toyota also claims a 10sec standstill
to 100km/h acceleration time.
Drive is fluid through the
transmission, that’s the beauty of
CVT, it harnesses engine strength
without feel and gets about hauling
in acceleration seamlessly. There is
a sequential shift system which will
lock the gearing into any of seven
pre-set steps, and that has advantages
when travelling through
hilly sections or when slowing for
corners.
• Price – Toyota Corolla
wagon, $29,990
• Dimensions – Length,
4495mm; width, 1745mm;
height, 1460mm
• Configuration – Fourcylinder,
front-wheeldrive,
1798cc, 104kW,
171Nm, continuously
variable automatic.
• Performance –
0-100km/h, 10sec
• Fuel usage – 6.8/100km
At highway speed the wagon
moves through the air quietly and
those on board have the benefit
of high comfort levels. The seats
have solid all round support with
cushions that are absorbent, yet
containing.
When presented with a quick
corner or two, its handling manners
are predictable with the essential
information projected back
through to the steering wheel.
Previous versions of the Corolla
wagon were sprung soft for the
Japanese domestic market. I’m
pleased to report Toyota New
Zealand has addressed the suspension
settings over the years and
the dampers are now set to more
of a medium setting through a
sophisticated fully independent
front-strut/rear wishbone suspension
system.
This is important for those who
will fill the cargo section, the
rear of the wagon feels taut and
securely fastened to the road. I’m
a big believer in independent suspension,
and full marks to Toyota
for building the wagon around
such a complex set-up.
Without the TRD wheels the
Corolla wagon rides on 15in
rubber. However, grip on the
TRD-spec model is enhanced
greatly with sport specification
17in Michelin tyres (225/50), they
have a strong tenure with the road
surface.
The wagon has certainly developed
the handling characteristics
of its hatchback and sedan stablemates,
it’s a car you can feel very
much at one with and can rest
assured it’s not going to present
any surprises, it is competent and
involving to be in, the driver is
sent all the right messages.
I applaud Toyota, both in Japan
and here. I’m pleased the wagon
is still available, it’s a no-nonsense
practical vehicle. It won’t set any
records nor thrill enormously
with its power, but for $30k and
low ongoing running costs, it is
value and you can guarantee that
it will do its job for decades to
come.
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BOARDING SCHOOL
Nelson College
Nelson College is an innovative boys’
state school. We take great pride in
nurturing each boy’s individual interests
and potential across all areas of academia,
sport, arts, culture and leadership.
Set alongside the main college campus
are Nelson College’s two boarding houses
– Rutherford and Barnicoat. These
heritage buildings recently had major
refurbishments, so we can continue to
offer the very best in boarding for our
local and International students. Our
experienced staff are committed to
creating a strong and caring community
within the boarding fraternity ensuring
that our boys feel supported throughout
their educational endeavours, as well as
taking advantage of everything the Nelson
region offers.
“We’re incredibly proud of our boarders,”
says Director of Boarding Samme
Hippolite. We want them to have every
opportunity to develop their interests,
have fun, make lifelong friendships and
create unforgettable memories within the
context of a clear and safe structure.”
Nelson College celebrates achievements
by its students. In 2019, 76 students
received Board of Trustee Medallions,
awarded to those who win a national
or international competition, or who
represent NZ in a national team. The fields
include sport, environmental defence,
enterprise and music.
At this time of the year, our winter
sport teams come to the fore, with both
our 1st XI Football and 1st XV Rugby
achieving major successes. In 2020 we will
be defending the Quad Rugby Cup on our
home ground, as well as celebrating the
150th anniversary of New Zealand’s very
first game of rugby.
An education at Nelson College is set
within a climate that fosters manaakitanga,
compassion and excellence for every
student.
Selwyn House School
Selwyn House School offers a worldclass
education with talented teaching staff
and small class sizes. Within a futurefocused
and nurturing environment,
there is an extensive range of educational,
sporting and cultural opportunities for
girls in Years 1 - 8.
The nurturing environment is apparent
in all aspects of school life. In our modern
and safe, family-oriented Boarding
House, girls have support from dedicated
staff and tutors. Girls from across New
Zealand and internationally fondly call
the Boarding House, their ‘home away
from home’ and quickly form a sisterhood
with others.
Selwyn House is committed to
providing a continuum of international
education. The combination of the
International Baccalaureate Primary
Years Programme (PYP) and our futurefocused
STEAM and Mechatronics
curriculum ensures girls are equipped to
face a continually-changing world with
confidence and enthusiasm. We focus on
instilling strong foundations which can
be successfully built upon. Core learning
in Literacy, Mathematics, and Science
is a priority. Specialist programmes
in Art, Creative Writing, Leadership,
Mechatronics, Music, Performing
Arts, Physical Education, Spanish and
Swimming play key roles in further
enhancing learning.
Each girl is provided with a personalised
learning experience. Classroom and
specialist teachers have the time to
foster meaningful relationships with
each student. Due to our comprehensive
learning environment, our girls are highly
skilled, stand out among their peers and
are prepared for a successful transition to
secondary school.
We believe in the strength of tradition,
the promise of the future and the power
of education. For more information on
the benefits of Selwyn House School or
to schedule your personal tour, please
contact Charlotte Johnson 03 355 7299
or c.johnson@selhouse.school.nz.
NELSON COLLEGE
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• Strong focus on pastoral care
• Leadership and mentoring programmes
• Heritage buildings fully refurbished
• Access to popular year-round outdoor activities in the Nelson region
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SELWYN TIMES
St Bede’s College Boarding School
St Bede’s is a Catholic
College for boys founded
by the Society of Mary in
1911 and it is also the only
Catholic boarding school
for boys in the South Island.
Catholic, Marist and
Bedean principles and
values form the basis of a
holistic education at the
College. We aim not to
make the College great but
to ensure every boy has the
opportunity to be great, and
we endeavour to develop
young men of Catholic hearts and minds
through the experiences the boys have in
their time here at the College.
St Bede’s is a College for all…a place
where gospel values are practised to
help form principled men; a learning
environment where everyone achieves;
a place that teachers want to come
to because of the strength of the
community; a place also, where boys can
embrace spiritual, sporting, cultural and
community activities, which all combined
shape boys into men. That’s the priority
and that is in our DNA.
Boarding at St Bede’s College is a
tradition that goes back to the 1920s.
Our rich history and tradition provides
an excellent foundation to embrace the
challenges of the modern era and prepare
our boys to be Catholic leaders wherever
life takes them.
Like many other organisations in
Christchurch, our campus has been
broken and tested. The demolition of the
Chapel seriously challenged us. It was
the single most important building at St
Bede’s College, and had symbolised the
heart and soul of the College ever since
the third Rector, Father Gilbert, converted
it from the gymnasium in 1929.
In the last two years, the College has
completed a $16m building project; stage
two of the Gymnasium, a new Food
Technology and Art Block, a renovated
Performing Arts Centre and significantly,
the new Chapel of St Bede, which have
greatly enhanced the campus facilities.
Boarders at St Bede’s College benefit
from these and other facilities on site,
and a self-development programme
involving a number of different activities
where boys are given opportunities to
learn a variety of skills, are offered in the
evenings as well as study.
Preference and non-preference
applications are available and personalised
tours of the Boarding School and the
College can take place on request. We
look forward to introducing you to the St
Bede’s College boarding hostel.
The St Andrew’s College
Boarders’ Advantage
As the only independent co-educational
boarding school in the South Island,
St Andrew’s College has a unique point of
difference. “Providing the opportunity to
meet the needs of ‘sons and daughters’ is
a privilege and gives an authentic family
feel” says Director of Boarding, Matt Parr.
“Co-educational boarding allows our
students to grow together in a natural and
supportive environment, where they can
share their boarding journey.”
The family atmosphere is another
special aspect of the culture in
St Andrew’s three boarding houses – one
for girls, one for senior boys and one
for junior boys. As boys and girls live
alongside each other at St Andrew’s, their
varied needs are met, and each house is
managed accordingly.
Matt’s philosophy on supporting
student well-being and achievement
revolves around making decisions based
on “what a great parent might do”. “I
believe great parents set the culture and
tone of their family and
foster a sense of belonging,
protection and direction.
We set the same intentions
in our boarding family at St
Andrew’s.”
“Boarding at St Andrew’s
College is unique in
culture, full of opportunity
and caring in nature. We
welcome any enquiry and
encourage an overnight stay
to experience our culture
and meet the team” says
Matt.
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BOARDING SCHOOL
Home away from home at St Margaret’s College
By creating a warm, caring homeaway-from-home
atmosphere, boarding
at St Margaret’s College combines a
first-class education with building strong
relationships and learning lifelong values.
When school finishes at the end of each
day, the boarding houses come alive with
the sounds of many voices and laughter
and because the boarding school is an
integral part of the school campus those
who chose to can attend extra circular
and after-school activities without
disruption.
“Boarding allowed me to become so
independent and responsible, while at the
same time allowing me to become part of
an amazing family,” said Charlotte Bush
who boarded at SMC for five years and
has just completed her first year of study
at University of Canterbury. “The girls
you meet don’t just become your friends,
they become your sisters.”
The boarding community is at the
heart of St Margaret’s and the culture is
closely aligned with the school’s vision
of a holistic education, embracing the
spiritual and emotional wellbeing of the
girls, as well as their academic growth
and their development in sport and the
arts.
The three boarding houses are arranged
in year groups and structured to the
specific needs of each developmental
stage. In Julius House (Y7-10) the
environment is structured and nurturing
for the girls to make the transition into
boarding. Kilburn House (Y11-12)
encourages the girls to begin personally
integrating these skills. Cranmer House
(Y13) allows for more freedom to help
them develop life skills and become
driven, self-managed young women, all
in a monitored setting. These senior girls
thrive as they become the leaders of the
boarding school and the ‘older sisters’ of
the younger girls.
The boarding staff take pride in having
the privilege of watching the girls grow
into incredible young women and
treasure the moments they capture with
them. Warm, open relationships develop
over the years as they share the girls’
highs and lows, encourage, celebrate and
nurture as they all journey through life
together.
The St Margaret’s College Open Day
takes place on Monday 23 March 2020
with the SMC Boarders’ Sleepover
the night before on Sunday 22 March,
giving girls an opportunity to come and
experience life as an SMC boarder. For
further information and to register, visit
www.stmargarets.school.nz/open-day.
To learn more about life at St
Margaret’s College, visit www.
stmargarets.school.nz or call 03 379
2000 to arrange a personal tour of the
College.
OPEN DAY & SMC
BOARDERS’ SLEEPOVER
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Sunday 22 March 2020
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Jones Road Auto is celebrating their first anniversary in their
larger, purpose-built auto centre in Iport Drive.
The move has allowed them to offer Rolleston
residents an even faster and more efficient
service, at the same reasonable prices.
Local owner/operators, Nigel and
Lisa Fleck, have increased and
upgraded their equipment to
provide a more streamlined
and efficient repair and
vehicle service for their
customers.
The upgraded WoF
testing and diagnostic
equipment, plus an
additional WoF bay, means
while-you-wait WoFs are
completed at twice the
speed. They’ve also added
a WoF booking service for
people who don’t have time to
wait for a space for a warrant.
Bookings are available from
Wednesdays through to Fridays.
“We employ a great team of
experienced, high-performing mechanics to
meet the needs of our vibrant and growing community.
We offer convenient on-site parking, a waiting room with
a TV and free WiFi, tea, and a coffee machine.
It’s a comfortable sunny spot to relax, read
a magazine, and even recharge your
devices,” says Lisa.
Customer service is a big focus
too. They have a service adviser
and dedicated mechanic
assisting in the front office,
ensuring that someone is on
hand to answer questions,
quote on jobs, and provide
on-the-spot assistance
when needed.
Nigel has more than two
decades of experience in
the motor service industry
and oversees the mechanical
side. He is excited about the
addition of a dedicated fleet
servicing team. The new garage
space and four additional hoists
allow the business to grow with the
increased demand for fleet servicing.
The team are about to add another state-ofthe-art
diagnostic scan tool to keep up with the latest
technology. They also recently installed a SafeTstop
machine for fast and accurate brake tests, as well as wheel
alignment and suspension checks. “It is all about meeting
the growing and changing motoring and service needs of
our wonderful customers in Rolleston,” says Lisa.
Visit the friendly Jones Road Auto team at 131 Iport
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Trades & Services
GLAZING
TWISTY GLASS &
GLAZING LTD
• Mirrors • Pet Door Specialists
• Splashbacks • All Broken Windows
THE CAT DOOR MAN
Phone Cushla or Darren Twist
027 352 6225
• Irrigation • Drainage • Driveways
• Auger Hole Drilling
• Land Clearing & Development
• Culvert Installation • Construction Site Works
• Tree & Hedge Removal • Concrete Breaker
Phone Mike: 027 272 8058 OR 03 324 4323 A/H
g.m.contracting@xtra.co.nz
www.gmcontracting.co.nz
•Re Roofing
•Roof Repairs
•Spouting
Approved Age Concern provider
Over 30 years experience
Licensed Building Practitioner
N A BARRELL
ROOFING LTD
Ph: 349 9778 or 0275 389 415
Email: nabroofing@xtra.co.nz
Excavations
• Driveways
• Car Parks
• Site Cleaning
• Demolition
• Farm Tracks
• Drain Cleaning
• Stump & Hedge
Removal
• Ashpalt Concrete
Wide range
oF TruckS
New Paint • Repaints
Wallpapering • Fences
Feature Walls
Floor & Roof Painting
Spray Painting
Light Commercial
Restoring Timber
* Finance available (T’s & C’s apply)
Selwyn based but service the whole of Canterbury
www.andertondecorators.co.nz
www.facebook.com/andertondecorators
027 724 6846 027 PAINTIN
Driveways
SWAINS
KIWI KERB
(Since 2005)
Over 22 Years Experience
Quality
Workmanship
• Driveways
• Kerb &
Channel
• Garden Edging
Freephone: 0800 081 400
swainskiwikerb@gmail.com
• Tennis Courts &
Swimming Pools
• Chip Seal Driveways
• Diggers – 2 Ton
up to 20 Ton
• Excavators
• Bobcat & Drilling
• For Posthole &
Fence hole
For a Free Quote
on your next project
Phone Steve on 021 338 247
or 325 7922
Free
QuoTe
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Classifieds Contact us today Phone our local team 03 379 1100
Trades & Services
GARAGE DOORS
The Genuine
Custom Made Garage
Door Professionals
0800 661 366
info@custommade.co.nz
Auckland, Christchurch, Wanaka
www.custommade.co.nz
EST.
1979
ARTHUR’S
Roof & Property
Moss Kill & Proof
Silicone Sealing
Roof Repairs
40% off
03-347-2635
arthursroofandproperty.co.nz
UDI PAINTING &
DECORATING
For all painting and
decorating services.
Fully Qualified
• Interior &
Exterior Painting
• Wallpapering
• Plastering
• Roof Painting
All work guaranteed
FREE QUOTES
Contact Udi Aale
Ph. 021 074 2075
Trades & Services
Lawn mowing
Hedge trimming
Gardening
Weed eating
Spraying
and much more
Call Todd
0212059543
toddmc.greenacres@gmail.com
Bellamy’s
Furniture
Furniture made to
order and restoration
by tradesman with
35yrs experience.
PH Stephen
021 073 2624
Trades & Services
FOR ALL YOUR
★Garden Clean-ups
★Pruning
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Call us today for a FREE quote
PH 0800 4 546 546
(0800 4 JIMJIM)
YOU COULD
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your business to
new heights
Advertise your business in our
Trades and Services column.
For assistance contact Vicky
Phone 03 364 7419 or email
vicky.sayers@starmedia.kiwi
Trades & Services
Qualified
Builder
Available
Repairs
New Houses
Renovations
Phone John: 027 224 2831
www.dohertybuilders.co.nz
Trades & Services
ROOF
PAINTING 24/7
Rope & harness
a speciality,
no scaffolding
required,
30 years of
breathtaking
experience.
FREE QUOTES
20% OFF other
roof quotes
Exterior staining,
exterior painting,
moss and mould
treatment and
waterblasting
Phone Kevin
027 561 4629
Specialising in:
Driveways
Outdoor Areas
Patios, Pathways,
Residential
& Commercial Floors
Professional Advice
Free Quotes
Frank McWatt
03 423 9344
027 274 0342
allwaysconcrete@gmail.com
www.allwaysconcrete.nz
ACE HIGH
PLUMBING
All Plumbing
Gasfitting
Drainlaying
Blocked Drains
Log Fires,
Wetbacks
Gas Hotwater
Phone
021 454 864
Trades & Services
BATHROOM
TILER
wet area waterproofing,
underfloor heating, soap
boxes, old to new, for best
results, call Devon on 021
375-888 or 03 329 5511
BUILDER
QUALIFIED
Decks, T & G Flooring,
Villa Restoring, New
Homes, Weatherboards.
Free Quotes. Bennet &
Sons Ltd Sam 027 496-
9362 or Tony 027 224-
0374
CARPET LAYING
Exp. Repairs, uplifting,
relaying, restretching.
Phone John on 0800
003181, 027 240 7416
jflattery@xtra.co.nz
CARPENTER
HANDYMAN
Small Job Specialists,
Carpentry, Repairs,
Decking & Maintenance,
40 years experience, no
job too small, Ph Warren
03 322-1103 or 027 697-
8541
Situations Vacant
WanTed
Sawmill/Firewood Worker
Full Time Position
Must be Physically Fit, Reliable and
have a Current Drivers Licence.
Full Training Required
Phone Kent 021 325 661
Vehicles Wanted
Trades & Services
CONCRETE CUTTING
Affordable Concrete
Cutting with Quality, and
removal work. Free quote.
No job to small. Phone 027
442-2219, Fax 359-6052
a/h 359- 4605
FENCING
Quality timber fencing -
gates & repairs, ph Ryan
027 951 8892
Bellamy’s
Furniture
Furniture made to
order and restoration
by tradesman with
35yrs experience.
PH Stephen
021 073 2624
LANDSCAPING
Paving, Lawns, Irrigation,
Decking, Fencing.
Kanga & small digger
services. Check out Squire
Landscaping on facebook.
FREE QUOTES. Ph
Arthur 347-8796, 027
220-7014 Edwin 027 220-
7154
RJB PLUMBING
Renovations, New Houses,
Hot Water Cylinders,
Kitchens Bathroom
Upgrades, Laundries,
General Maintenance ,
Water Filters. Phone Mark
0278690026
SHEEP SHEARING
MOBILE
Fast friendly professional
service. 25 yrs exp.
Shearing, drenching, hoof
trimming etc. Call Shaun
021 204 1274
STUMP GRINDING
Best price guarantee Tony
0275 588 895
TILING
Flooring - Splashbacks -
Wall incl tile removal, reg
master tiler, ph Dave 027
334 4125
WINDOW CLEANING
Brown & White Ltd.
Family owned since 2001.
Ph Paul 027 229 3534
CAR REMOVALS
$$CASH PAID$$
CARS, VANS, UTES
& 4X4 WANTED
NZ OWNED
AND
OPERATED
FOR
24 YEARS
We use world class vehicle
depollution systems
0800 8200 600
www.pickapart.co.nz
Situations Vacant
reporter
• Great media opportunity
• Be part of an award winning team
• A media company which is growing its reach
Who we are
Allied Press Limited employs over 450 people on a permanent basis across our
15 sites in the South Island. We operate across multiple media platforms (print,
on-line, digital) delivering news, information and entertainment through our
various regional and city publications, including Christchurch-based Star Media.
The role
Reporting to the editor, the main purpose of the position is to file compelling
news articles and backgrounders for both print publications and online platforms.
Some of the key accountabilities include:
• Crime and emergency services rounds
• Other general rounds
Your skills and experience
We are looking for a journalist with two to three years experience, preferably
in a metropolitan environment, but someone who has less experience but
who has already displayed the qualities and drive to become a topline
journalist will be considered.
In addition to your interest in equity and diversity you will demonstrate:
• A great work ethic
• A competitive nature
• An eye for detail
• Accuracy
Further details
This is a full time, permanent position.
We can offer you a great team environment, professional development
opportunities and an opportunity to grow.
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 Editor in Chief Barry Clarke 021 359-426 or barry@starmedia.kiwi.
A copy of the position description can be requested from HR at
recruitment@alliedpress.co.nz.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Please note you must have the right to work in New Zealand to
apply for this role.
Disclaimer: Allied Press does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Allied
Press is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
electrician
Who we are
Allied Press Limited employs over 450 people on a permanent
basis across its 15 sites in the South Island. We operate across
multiple media platforms (print, online, digital) delivering news,
information and entertainment through our various regional
and city publications, including printing and publishing of
newspapers from our print centre in Dunedin and a commercial
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
Dunedin city, professional development opportunities, job
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
unsolicited résumés.
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Situations Vacant
Public Notices
Public Notices
Selwyn Dog
Training Club
Annual General
Meeting & Prize Giving
Wednesday
11th March 2020
7:30pm
In the Club Rooms
649 Springston-
Rolleston Road,
Rolleston
All Welcome!
Public Notices
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New shoes? Yeah right!
For repairs to back linings,
heels and soles, school
bags and satchels. Drop
them into Cobbler Glenn’s
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Unit 6, 92 Rolleston Drive,
Rolleston
MILITARY EXERCISE
High-Explosive Grenade Practice
/ Night Firing
17th – 25th February 2020
The general public is to be advised that
NZ Army Training will be conducted in the
West Melton Rifle Range (WMRR) area over the
period 17th – 25th Feb 2020.
The exercise will involve personnel of the
2/1 Battalion Royal New Zealand Infantry
Regiment from the 1 (NZ) Brigade, Burnham.
The exercise will involve up to 40 personnel.
The activity will commence at 10:00 am and will
be complete no later than 10:00 pm. All firing
will take place at the West Melton Rifle Range
facilities, and will involve soldiers moving to
and from the Range by vehicle.
Night Firing will be conducted over the
17th – 21st Feb 2020, all firing will be finished
no later than 10pm.
The High-Explosive Grenade Practice will be
taking place on the 25th of February.
This activity will begin at 10:00 am and be
finished by 5:00 pm.
The New Zealand Army takes fire risk seriously
and will ensure fire mitigation is present.
For more information please contact:
Aaron Hoeflich on 027 6666 786.
ADVERTISE YOUR
BUSINESS HERE
Phone for further details
(03) 379 1100
Public Notices
Community Meeting
for
Lifestyle Block owners and
those with large properties.
Lincoln Event Centre
Sunday 16th February 2020
1pm - 3pm
Talk with Emergency Services
around fire prevention and
fire safety for your properties
during Summer.
Sunday
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Community
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REAL ESTATE LIMITED
‘The
Selwyn
Experts’
SELWYN TIMES
Residential
Lifestyle
Rural Property
Licensed REAA2008
ROLLESTON - 24 Siltstone Street
THE ULTIMATE STYLISH STARTER
• Quality home built in 2015
• The ultimate starter property
• Three double bedrooms
• Quality fixtures and fittings
• Large open plan living area
• Reputable appliances
• Low maintenance and easy-care section
• Fantastic orientation for the sun
• Superb location
Jackie Derrick Mb 027 636 3576
jackie@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 12.00 – 12.30pm
Price: Neg over $499,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0689
NEW LISTING
ROLLESTON - 7A Jozecom Place
UNIQUE PRIVATE SETTING WITH
PARKING OPTIONS
• Large private setting
• 1290m 2 section (incl access)
• Four double bedrooms
• Large open plan north facing living
• Stunning kitchen with walk in pantry
• Well-appointed bathrooms
• Overly generous separate laundry
• Fabulous storage options
• Wonderful outdoor entertaining area
• Parking for large boat or campervan
• Highly desirable location
Jackie Derrick Mb 027 636 3576
jackie@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 1.30 – 2.00pm
Price: Neg over $679,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0683
NEW LISTING
LEESTON - 13 Friars Lane
CALLING ALL EXTENDED FAMILIES
• As new 335m 2 home on spacious 4704m 2 section
• Options for extended family to live under one roof
• North facing open plan living
• Must have kitchen with ample bench space
& top range appliances
• Three large bedrooms, two bathrooms, separate
laundry and a 81m 2 garage
• Log burner and two heatpumps
• In addition to the main home there is an inbuilt
apartment, fully serviced with a large single
bedroom, living room with separate patio,
kitchen and a large future proofed bathroom
• Perfect for elderly parents, a guest wing or even
an Air BNB option
ROLLESTON - 2 Lucca Crescent
HIGH QUALITY STARTER
• Built by Generation Homes
• Three bedroom 135m 2 home
• Complete with modern appliances
• Excellent private outdoor living areas
• Generous 576m 2 fully fenced and irrigated
northfacing section
• Avoid all the hassles of the building process
and cost over runs
• Well built and extremely well priced home
• Immediate possession available
WEST MELTON - 74 Alpineview
IDEAL 4 HECTARE LIFESTYLE LIVING
• Secluded quiet lifestyle block
• Well maintained four/five bedroom 266m 2
family home
• Recent upgrades include master bedroom incl
ensuite, main bathroom & double glazing
• Unique layout
• Heatpump, log burner & gas hot water
• Heated concrete swimming pool with large
entertaining deck area
• Well subdivided allowing a multitude of
livestock options
• Recently installed new submersible pump
KIRWEE - 13 School Lane
THE SCHOOL BELL IS RINGING
• Tastefully decorated 200m 2 family home
• Thoughtfully landscaped established gardens
• Fully Fenced
• Double garage
• New Kitchen
• Executive styling throughout
• Top location
Viewing: Sun 1.00 – 1.30pm
Asking Price: $518,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0684
Andrew Taylor Mb 027 435 5930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
Andrew Taylor Mb 027 435 5930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 2.30 – 3.00pm
Price: Neg over $900,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0672
NEW LISTING
Viewing: Sun 1.30 – 2.00pm
Price: Deadline Sale. All offers to be presented
on or before 4pm, Tuesday 3 March 2020.
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0686
Stephan Knowler Mb 027 229 9522
stephan@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
OPEN HOME
LEESTON - 6 Fibonacci Way
NEAR NEW FOUR BEDROOM HOME
• Family home built in 2017 in quiet cul-de-sac
• 165m² home positioned amongst other quality homes
• Four good sized bedrooms
• Large open plan living area
• Outdoor dining on patio option via sliding door
• Modern kitchen and appliances
• Two spacious bathrooms
• Double garage attached
• Heated by heat pump
• Tasteful blinds and curtains throughout
• Set for maximum sun
• Great garden area including garden shed,
green house and planter boxes
• Very generous landscaped 780m² section
• Perfect starter package for first home buyers,
investors or retirees
ROLLESTON - 26 Lucca Crescent
LIVING LA VIDA LUCCA!
• Brand new build
• North facing 144m 2 home
• Three bedrooms
• Two bathrooms
• Two living rooms
• One garage
• One carport
• Fully fenced & landscaped 643m 2 section
DARFIELD - 8B Kowhai Drive
BEST STREET – TOP PROPERTY
• Prestigious location
• Large 4100m 2 section
• Five bedroom (main with large walk in robe)
• Two living areas over 268m 2
• Bathroom and ensuite
• Four car garaging with additional sheds
• Well manicured gardens and views of the
Torlesse range
• Well insulated family home
• Fire on wet back plus two heat pumps
• Work from home opportunity
DARFIELD - Creyke Road
TORLESSE ESTATE
• 7 x 1 Hectare blocks
• Power, telephone, fibre and town water
to boundary
• Close to all Darfield amenities
• Titles issued
Viewing: Sun 1.15 – 1.45pm
Price: $495,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0675
Cameron McRae 027 769 6696
cameron@marealestate.co.nz
Viewing: Sun 1.45 – 2.15pm
Asking Price: $527,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0664
Andrew Taylor Mb 027 435 5930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
Viewing: Sun 2.00 – 2.30pm
Price: $699,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0650
Paul Robinson Mb 021 277 2690
paul@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
OPEN HOME
OPEN HOME
Viewing: Sun 12.00 – 12.30pm
Price: $539,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0655
Paul Robinson Mb 021 277 2690
paul@marealestate.co.nz
Price: $250,000 Per Block
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0542
Chris Flanagan Mb 027 433 4657
chris@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON PH: 03 347 9949 LEESTON PH: 03 324 3704 DARFIELD PH: 03 318 8204 www.marealestate.co.nz
Chris Flanagan
027 433 4657
Andrew Taylor
027 435 5930
Jackie Derrick
027 636 3576
Jo Barrett
021 859 006
Stephan Knowler
027 229 9522
Cameron McRae
027 769 6696
Paul Robinson
021 277 2690
Bronwyn van der Pol
022 073 7757
THe BeST PRoPeRTieS AcRoSS
THe SeLWYn DiSTRicT
INSIDE
PUBLiSHeD eVeRY WeDneSDAY
Week commencing WeDneSDAY, 12TH FeBRUARY , 2020
IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN
Perfection is hard to find for the discerning buyer, but if
you are looking for a large five bedroom home with a very
diverse layout on 4 hectares irrigated, this is it! Situated
well off the road, amongst landscaped easy care established
lawns and gardens creating a very private sheltered oasis,
this 459m2 home of exceptional quality will not disappoint.
The home has a well thought out floor plan which allows
for easy living whatever the family size or dynamics. It
has three large living areas in the middle of the home that
all open out onto the expansive outdoor living areas. A
separate wing of the house has four large bedrooms and
two bathrooms, the master bedroom/WIR & ensuite is
located at the opposite end of the home in its own separate
wing. There are plenty of heating options with a log burner
plus wetback, gas fire and heat transfer system throughout
the home. Solar panels boosting the hot water cylinders are
cleverly incorporated into the roof line.
Two modern outbuildings both with 3 phase power
compliment this outstanding property.
Only 20 minutes easy drive to Christchurch Airport and 5
minutes to the local supermarket.
Neg Over $1,875,000
www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0678
Andrew Taylor
Contact:
027 435 5930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
1298 Old West Coast Road, West Melton Viewing by appointment
MATSON & ALLAN
REAL ESTATE LIMITED
‘The
Selwyn
Experts’
Licensed under the REAA Act 2008
We are delighted to introduce
Bronwyn van de Pol
With a passion for real estate and finding the right property fit for her clients and customers, Bronwyn
comes from a diverse background dealing in the community, customer service and council sectors. She has an
extensive local knowledge of the Selwyn area through working in these environments and has many connections
throughout the community.
Bronwyn is a people person with a high level of integrity and is a loyal and hard worker. Her aim is to
guide clients and customers through the real estate process in a friendly and professional manner. She
is honest and easy to deal with and exudes enthusiasm for real estate through her great work ethic.
Canterbury born and bred, Bronwyn lives in Sheffield with her husband Patrick and their two
teenage children. She enjoys exploring the Selwyn District with her family through walking and
getting out in the sensational scenery and natural environment Selwyn has to offer.
Bronwyn will be focussing in the Darfield, Sheffield, Springfield, Waddington and Coalgate areas.
Call Bronwyn anytime for a complimentary no obligation market appraisal
M 022 073 7757 l E bronwyn@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON PH: 03 347 9949 LEESTON PH: 03 324 3704 DARFIELD PH: 03 318 8204 www.marealestate.co.nz
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Selwyn’s best value
lifestyle sections!
Sections from 640m 2- 6,000m 2
Priced from only $205,000
Welcome to the Lincoln team
Raeleen Nutira
Raeleen saw Harcourt’s as the perfect fit for her next career move offering brand
strength, training and support second to none in the industry. At Harcourt’s, Raeleen
has the support of the number one most trusted real estate brand in New Zealand
seven years running.
If you are looking for a salesperson who will work hard,
you can trust and deliver you results – call Raeleen today.
Raeleen Nutira
021 216 7107 | 03 662 9933
Site office open Saturdays & Sundays 12.00 - 2.00pm
raeleen.nutura@harcourts.co.nz
harcourtsfourseasons.co.nz
1472 Springs Road, Lincoln | South of Lincoln University
For more information:
Natalie McLean
027 943 6413 natalie.mclean@harcourts.co.nz
Four Seasons Realty
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Location & Presentation
BUYERS $599,000+
WEB ID LIU74426
ST ALBANS
392A Manchester Street
• Three good size bedrooms, two with walk in robes
• Main bathroom, ensuite and three toilets
• Under tile heating and heated mirrors in the bathrooms
• Bosch appliances
• Double garage with internal access
• Open plan kitchen, dining, living
• Heat pump, double glazing throughout
VIEW 12 Feb 5.00 - 5.30pm & 16 Feb
12.00 - 12.30pm
Entertainers Delight
DEADLINE SALE
WEB ID LIU74387
LINCOLN
13 Craig Thompson Drive
Welcome to this well thought out executive styled
home. With a strong focus on quality, space, family and
entertaining options the heart of the home offers
polished concrete floors in the kitchen / living / dining
that open out to a fabulous outdoor entertaining Kwila
deck. Sit and enjoy the summer days under the verandah
in a comfy seating area with separate al-fresco dining.
VIEW 15 & 22 Feb 1.00 - 1.30pm & 16 & 23 Feb 1.30
- 2.00pm
DEADLINE SALE closes Tuesday 25th February, 2020
at 1.00pm, (unless sold prior)
Dawn Pollard
Mobile 022 073 7580
dawn.pollard@pb.co.nz
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Dawn Pollard
Mobile 022 073 7580
dawn.pollard@pb.co.nz
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NEW LISTING
Nicola Bray
Mobile 027 755 8846
nicola.bray@pb.co.nz
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NEW LISTING
Nicola Bray
Mobile 027 755 8846
nicola.bray@pb.co.nz
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Clever design!
BUYERS $490,000+
WEB ID ROU74418
ROLLESTON
43 Moreton Green
Built in 2018, this trendy home holds incredible curb
appeal in a quiet yet handy location and it doesnt stop
there. The clever layout has ensured maximum use of
space so you can be sure you are getting more bang for
your buck! Quality fittings and fixtures adorn this
wonderful modern 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. The
kitchen is a stand-out with a hi-gloss bench, stylish
splashback, servery window and plenty of cupboard
space. The open-plan living opens-out via stacker-slider
to a private patio and courtyard area, the perfect cosy
spot for entertaining friends.
VIEW By Appointment
Lots of Space
DEADLINE SALE
WEB ID LEU74316
SPRINGSTON
47 Raven Drive
As you make your way up the sweeping drive, you`ll
know that you are in for something special. The large,
pillared entrance-way is just a hint of what this property
offers. Once inside, the view over the internal waterfeature
and through one of the formal lounges to the
outside is truly impressive. A 2nd formal lounge with a
gas fire awaits and, across from here, the formal dining
room lends itself to those more up-market dinner
parties.
VIEW By Appointment
DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 27th
February, 2020 at 4.00pm, (unless sold
prior)
3
4
NEW LISTING
Sarah Yeates
Mobile 027 447 2719
Office 03 929 0306
sarahy@pb.co.nz
2
1
NEW LISTING
Penny Dadson-Clausen
Mobile 027 895 5943
Office 03 929 0306
pennyd@pb.co.nz
2
3
A beauty in Bellbird
BUYERS $599,000+
WEB ID ROU74444
ROLLESTON
16 Bellbird Place
When you want space, style and great street appeal you
are onto a winner here! A grand entrance leading
through double doors to a very spacious open plan
kitchen, dining and lounge area with plenty of room for
all the family and friends to enjoy. In the kitchen and
dining areas, enjoy the benefits of a very well equipped
space, with a large walk in pantry, gas stove, dishwasher
and tiled floors. The kitchen, dining and living area
offers large stacker sliding doors out to a huge deck!
VIEW Sunday 16 Feb 11.30 - 12.00pm
All the boxes ticked
DEADLINE SALE
WEB ID ROU74010
PARKLANDS
11 Courtfield Close
This beautifully presented re-build on an easy care
section is perfect for professionals, families or retirees
looking for a great location and modern conveniences.
Only 3 years young this home offers you space and
comfort and is designed with functionality in mind. With
a fantastic open plan kitchen and that all important
butler's pantry, you will also be spoilt with Smeg
appliances, stone bench tops, a 90cm gas hob, a coffee
nook and so much more.
VIEW Sunday 16 Feb 11.00 - 11.30am
DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 20th
February, 2020 at 4.00pm, (unless sold
prior)
April Nicholls
Mobile 027 737 6474
april@pb.co.nz
4
4
NEW LISTING
Angela Hunt
Mobile 021 548 777
angela.hunt@pb.co.nz
2
2
NEW LISTING
Tanya Marillier
Mobile 027 383 3844
tanya@pb.co.nz
2
2
Got it Made on Adelaide
$539,000
WEB ID DFU74102
KIRWEE
6 Adelaide Street
Representing sensational value for growing families
seeking the next step in size and practicality while
enjoying a friendly provincial locality without sacrificing
convenience to big-city amenities. Light and sunny and
incredibly comfy featuring double-glazing and logburner
and well set up for socialising with twin living
areas opening to a covered patio and pool. Without a
doubt one of the most high-value homes given the size,
versatility and price-point. Viewing welcome via private
inspection or open homes - contact Amy today.
VIEW Sunday 16 Feb 11.30 - 12.00pm
Character and Charm
BUYERS $389,000+
WEB ID ROU74294
LEESTON
59 Selwyn Street
Set on a 675 m2 section and within walking distance to
all of Leestons amenities, you will find this charming
character home with beautiful high ceilings and large
living spaces. In the modern day homes, it is hard to find
great sized bedrooms and you won't be left
disappointed when you see the bedrooms on offer here!
The kitchen has been modernised & is a galley style with
gas hobs, which flows through to the second living area
or dining room. There is an HRV, heatpump & log
burner to keep you toastie & warm and create a
welcoming ambiance in winter or fling open the French
doors!
VIEW Sunday 16 Feb 2.15 - 2.45pm
3
3
NEW LISTING
Amy Jones
Mobile 021 077 9945
amy.jones@pb.co.nz
1
4
NEW LISTING
Angela Hunt
Mobile 021 548 777
angela.hunt@pb.co.nz
1
2+
pb.co.nz
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Property Brokers Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 6 Tennyson Street Rolleston rolleston@pb.co.nz 03 929 0306
Awaiting New Owner
Here`s a Surprise!
$349,000
WEB ID LEU74214
SOUTHBRIDGE
5 broad street
This home is nestled into just over 800m2 of mature
trees and established lawns and gardens which offer
privacy for fabulous outdoor living. An attached deck is
a great place to spend summer evenings with friends,
having BBQ`s and al-fresco dining. The home has been
lovingly renovated and decorated making this a modern
and comfortable home. The large kitchen offers loads of
space for family dining with great storage and workable
space.
VIEW By Appointment
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WEB ID LEU74317
SOUTHBRIDGE
88 High Street
Charming 2 double bedroom home, Open plan Living
heat pump plus a feature Art Deco Tile fire surround
with inbuilt logfire. Rimu Paneling hallway & floors,
shower over bath. Large 3 vehicle block garage with
workshop area plus a single garage.easy care 638m
section walking distance to school and all amenities.
Ideal first home or renovators dream project.
Dollars From Day One
NEW LISTING
View By Appointment
Noel Lowery
Mobile 027 432 8859
noell@pb.co.nz
LINCOLN
Bevan Hussey Spraying.
BUYERS $295,000+
$175,000 + GST (IF ANY)
WEB ID LIC74313
Are you looking for an established business
predominantly operating in the Ellesmere district. This
spraying business ticks all the boxes with loyal client
base, modern equipment and state of the art hi tech
Tracmap job display system. 2008 Hino truck with 2018
Amazone UG300 24 metre sprayer. Full list of plant and
associated chattels available on request.
Inspection strictly by appointment.
VIEW By Appointment
2
1
4
NEW LISTING
Family Dream
NEW LISTING
Penny Dadson-Clausen
Mobile 027 895 5943
Office 03 929 0306
pennyd@pb.co.nz
$595,000
WEB ID DFU73570
DARFIELD
156D Horndon Street
Immediately ingratiating and lifestyle liberating where a
modern family home combines classic elegance with a
relaxed ambience on a full sized, family-friendly section.
Just six years old and softly lived in by loving occupiers
featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms including master
ensuite with walk-thru robe and its own set of doubledoors
to decking. Expanses of tiling, floating central
island and butlers pantry denote a kitchen designed for
the serious chef with choices of formal or casual hosting.
VIEW By Appointment
Amy Jones
Mobile 021 077 9945
amy.jones@pb.co.nz
44.2907 Hectares BUYERS $1,700,000+
WEB ID LER73921
SPRINGSTON
Cnr Days and Goodericks Road
Location: Corner Days and Goodericks Road, Springston.
Property Use: Dairy Grazing and Support
• 13 Main Paddocks stock trough water
• 6 inch mainline with Hydrants
• Irrigation consent 26 litres per second expiry date
31/1/2035
• Waimari Peat Loam, Flaxton deep clay loam and
Taitapu sandy loam soils
VIEW By Appointment
1
2
4
2
3
Ron Ferguson
Mobile 027 498 6256
Office 03 325 2889
ronf@pb.co.nz
BUSINESS FOR SALE
Take Advantage
John Davison
Mobile 027 436 4464
john.davison@pb.co.nz
BY NEGOTIATION
WEB ID LIU72669
ROLLESTON
15 Knights Road
Don't delay any longer.
Inspection of this 4 hectare block is sure to impress.
There is plenty of room for growing, relaxing and
entertaining.
The home features three bedrooms of generous
proportions and two bathrooms. Expansive open plan
living leads to sun drenched patios. Heat pump and
pellet fire offer year-round comfort. Three car internal
access garage. Excellent Hatfield and Templeton soils
suited to lucerne, arable or livestock of your choice.
Subdivided into 13 paddocks. Excellent sheds including
new stable complex.
VIEW By Appointment
Noel Lowery
Mobile 027 432 8859
noell@pb.co.nz
A Great Buy on Gemini! $509,000
WEB ID ROU71153
ROLLESTON
5 Gemini Place
Built to the most exacting specifications and standards,
this brand-new home is superbly located in a desirable
development of this popular and fast-growing
town.nBoasting three bedrooms (master with ensuite)
and a well-appointed bathroom, this thoughtfully
configured home is perfectly suited to family living. A
modern tiled floor kitchen is complemented by open
plan living and dining space, with a heatpump providing
the home's inherent warmth and excellent
indoor/outdoor flow enhancing functionality.
VIEW By Appointment
3
3
John Davison
Mobile 027 436 4464
john.davison@pb.co.nz
2
3
Tracy Stevenson
Mobile 027 543 9029
tracys@pb.co.nz
2
2
pb.co.nz
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Welcome
Dawn and Nicola to
Property Brokers Selwyn
With extensive experience in selling your largest
asset, built on many years of quality customer service,
exceptional results and extensive referrals, Property
Brokers welcome Dawn and Nicola to our growing team.
You can be assured of an exceptional result with Dawn
and Nicola’s true team customer service, coupled with a
truly New Zealand owned, country wide, family brand.
For a free market appraisal or
confidential chat please contact:
Nicola Bray & Dawn Pollard
Residential Sales Consultants
Nicola Bray
M 027 755 8846
E nicola.bray@pb.co.nz
Dawn Pollard
M 022 073 7580
E dawn.pollard@pb.co.nz
Proud to be here
pb.co.nz
Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008
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What to watch for when
the mode of sale changes
Buying a property is rarely straightforward,
which is no surprise given that it’s the
biggest financial commitment most people
ever make. When you combine big sums of
money and a considerable level of emotional
investment, even the simplest transaction
can be stressful. We hear a lot about the need
for buyers to do their homework, but there
are plenty of reasons for sellers to be careful
too.
If you’re selling a property with a real estate
agent, you must sign an agency agreement
that sets out all the terms and conditions
of your contract with them, including how
much commission they will earn from the
sale and how the property will be marketed.
That’s why it’s so important to get legal advice
before you sign an agency agreement. If it’s a
standard agreement, you usually retain the
right to sell the property privately but it’s a
good idea to check this. If you have signed
an agreement with an agency but decide for
whatever reason to opt for a DIY private
sale, you should double and triple-check
whether the agency agreement requires you
to pay commission to the real estate agent or
agency.
Most agencies use the Real Estate Authority
(REA) standard clauses in agency
agreements, which set out certain terms
and conditions for the contract and the
payment of commission. According to the
standard clauses, commission is payable if
the property is sold within the active term
of the agreement (normally 90 days) or if it
is sold privately within six months after the
end of the term to a buyer that the agent had
earlier introduced to the property. In other
words, if the buyer visits an open home run
by the real estate agent, and then enters into a
private sale with the seller within six months
after the end of the agreement, the seller is
still obliged to pay commission to the agent.
This can vary depending on whether it is
a sole or general agreement – talk to your
lawyer before you sign up.
Both sole agency agreements and general
agency agreements provide for commission
payments after the agreed period ends. If a
seller enters into a sale within six months of
the agency agreement ending with a buyer
who was introduced by the real estate agent
(or the agent facilitated the sale), then the
seller must pay the agent commission just as
they would have done when the agreement
was still current. So, if the agent brings a
potential buyer to a property in March, the
agency agreement expires in April, and the
seller and purchaser enter into a private
sale agreement in May, the seller will have
to pay the agent commission. The sale must
become unconditional (which is when all
the conditions of the sale and purchase
agreement have been met), but it doesn’t
matter whether it goes unconditional during
or after the agency period, or during or after
the six months following expiry, so long as
the sale and purchase agreement is entered
into within those timeframes. So, before you
sign an agency agreement, ask the agency
if it uses standard REA clauses. If it doesn’t
you may be exposed to more complicated
commission risks and you should seek legal
advice.
Generally, any issues arising from the agency
agreement/arrangements between the seller
and the real estate agent won’t have a direct
effect on the separate sale and purchase
agreement between the seller and the buyer.
However, the wrangling involved may create
headaches or delays that you as a buyer
wouldn’t want to be troubled with.
If you do decide that you’re really keen on a
property in this situation, seek legal advice
before getting involved (and especially
before signing anything). Remember too
that the REA can help you with questions
and complaints about sales involving
licensed real estate agents, but it’s unable to
step in if you have a problem with a private
and unlicensed seller.
For independent advice on buying or
selling property, check out settled.govt.nz.
Wards Road – Charing Cross, Darfield
38.5Ha Irrigated Bareland
• Centre Pivot Irrigation
• CPW Water
• 3 Bay Hay / Implement Shed
• Reticulated Stock Water
• Cattle Yards
WARDS ROAD
TO BE SOLD BY DEADLINE SALE
Offers to be presented on or before 4pm,
Thursday 27th February 2020
M: 027 433 4657 W: 347 9949 E: chris@marealestate.co.nz
M-A
MATSON & ALLAN
REAL ESTATE LIMITED
‘The Experts’
Selwyn
TO vIEW:
www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0688
Chris Flanagan
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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meet,play,love
meet - Wilfield offers a friendly village atmosphere where your
neighbours will become your new best buddies.
play - with community tennis, a playground, sports grounds and alpine
sports near by, Wilfield is the centre for fun.
love - start with the rural and alpine vistas. Then think community -
village shops, community events, parks, school and pre-school.
the freedom of space, the intimacy of small,
yet an easy commute to the city
yoursection.nz
Residential sections, Big Range, Canterbury Wide
The Best Kept Secrets
to Selling Your Home
Selling Secret #1: The first impression is the
only impression
No matter how good the interior of your home looks,
buyers have already judged your home before they walk
through the door. You never have a second chance to
make a first impression. It’s important to make people
feel warm, welcome and safe as they approach the
house. Spruce up your home’s exterior with inexpensive
shrubs and brightly colored flowers. Entry ways are also
important. You use it as a utility space for your coat and
keys. But, when you’re selling, make it welcoming by
putting in a small bench or a vase of fresh-cut flowers.
Selling Secret #2: Always be ready to show
Your house needs to be “show-ready” at all times – you
never know when your buyer is going to walk through
the door. You have to be available whenever they want
to come see the place and it has to be in tip-top shape.
Don’t leave dishes in the sink, keep the dishwasher
cleaned out, the bathrooms sparkling and make sure
there are no dust bunnies in the corners. It’s a little
inconvenient, but it will get your house sold.
Selling Secret #3: The kitchen comes first
You’re not actually selling your house, you’re selling
your kitchen – that’s how important it is. The benefits of
remodeling your kitchen are endless, and the best part
of it is that you’ll probably get 85% of your money back.
It may be a few thousand dollars to replace countertops
where a buyer may knock $10,000 off the asking
price if your kitchen looks dated. The fastest, most
inexpensive kitchen updates include painting and new
cabinet hardware. Use a neutral-color paint so you can
present buyers with a blank canvas where they can start
envisioning their own style. If you have a little money
to spend, buy one fancy stainless steel appliance. Why
one? Because when people see one high-end appliance
they think all the rest are expensive too and it updates
the kitchen.
Selling Secret #4: Take the home out of your house
One of the most important things to do when selling
your house is to de-personalize it. The more personal
stuff in your house, the less potential buyers can
imagine themselves living there. Get rid of a third of your
stuff – put it in storage. This includes family photos,
memorabilia collections and personal keepsakes.
Staging simply means arranging your furniture to best
showcase the floor plan and maximize the use of space.
Selling Secret #5: Don’t over-upgrade
Quick fixes before selling always pay off. Mammoth
makeovers, not so much. You probably won’t get your
money back if you do a huge improvement project before
you put your house on the market. Instead, do updates
that will pay off and get you top dollar. Get a new fresh
coat of paint on the walls. Clean the curtains or go buy
some inexpensive new ones. Replace door handles,
cabinet hardware, make sure closet doors are on track,
fix leaky faucets and clean the grout.
Selling Secret #6: Conceal the critters
You might think a cuddly dog would warm the hearts
of potential buyers, but you’d be wrong. Not everybody
is a dog- or cat-lover. Buyers don’t want to walk in your
home and see a bowl full of dog food, smell the kitty
litter box or have tufts of pet hair stuck to their clothes.
It will give buyers the impression that your house is not
clean. If you’re planning an open home don’t leave your
pets around.
Selling Secret #7: Play the agent field
A secret sale killer is hiring the wrong real estate agent.
Make sure you have an agent who is totally informed.
They must constantly monitor the multiple listing
service (MLS), know what properties are going on the
market and know the comps in your neighborhood. Find
an agent who embraces technology – a tech-savvy one
has many tools to get your house sold.
Selling Secret #8: Light it up
Maximize the light in your home. After location, good
light is the one thing that every buyer cites that they
want in a home. Take down the drapes, clean the
windows, change the lampshades, increase the wattage
of your light bulbs and cut the bushes outside to let
in sunshine. Do what you have to do make your house
bright and cheery – it will make it more sellable.
Selling Secret #9: Half-empty closets
Storage is something every buyer is looking for and
can never have enough of. Take half the stuff out of
your closets then neatly organize what’s left in there.
Buyers will snoop, so be sure to keep all your closets and
cabinets clean and tidy.
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Marketing your property –
what does it mean?
Marketing a property is more than presentation and advertising.
Conceptually, marketing is identifying
what prospective buyers are looking for
then providing this. For example, larger
homes and sections may appeal more
to families. Young couples starting out,
generally have tight budgets leading
them to smaller properties, while older
people may be looking to downsize.
Brand new has a particular appeal
however there will always be a market for
established homes. Having a picture in
your mind of the type of buyer will help
in determining the features to emphasise.
If repairs and maintenance need to be
carried out before putting the property
on the market, seek the advice of a real
estate agent. They can advise on what
tasks are worth completing and what
might be unnecessary expense.
Installing a new kitchen or changing
the carpet may lift the house but will
the expense be recouped in the sale
price? On the other hand, modernising
an outdated kitchen or bathroom could
make a huge difference to the look of
the place. Avoid going overboard unless
the capital value of properties in the area
justifies this.
Real estate agents are in contact with
prospective buyers so aware of what they
are looking for. Draw on their expertise
and advice to help make the most of the
selling opportunity.
Establishing a relevant and fair price
for a property is important. Most
agents calculate this based on the price
properties in the area have sold for, and
what a particular property has to offer.
A unique or exceptional property may
justify a higher price, though run-down
properties can gain more than they
appear to merit. This might be due to the
area or other factors that suggest a good
investment.
When promoting a property, mix it up
and be creative so your property stands
out from the rest. TradeMe is a must;
checked by most people looking to buy.
Present the features the property offers as
benefits to potential buyers.
Erect a sign outside the property.
People stop and look at photographs and
this might spark sufficient interest for
them to visit an open home. Spending
a fortune on massive advertising
campaigns in every media might seem a
way to attract potential buyers but may
be an unnecessary expense without the
return. A better philosophy could be a
little often. This will depend on the value
of the property, your budget and how
best to reach target buyers.
Buyer perception is also significant.
For example, properties that sit for a
while can become stale. Resting the
property by taking it off the market for
a short time, then relisting perhaps in
spring or when sales in the area appear
to lift a little, can make a difference.
However, if a property does not sell
immediately there is no need for panic or
dropping the price. It may simply be that
the right buyer has not yet come along. If
the mix is right your property will sell.
Real Estate
has changed.
It’s only fair.
Talk to Helen about how listing your
home is even easier with our new
Marketing Launch Bundle.
Expectional marketing.
No additional costs.
Helen Lee Sales Consultant
027 503 9219 | helen.lee@tallpoppy.co.nz
tallpoppy.co.nz/helen.lee
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Your guide to Community Developments
in the Selwyn District
Focussing on what matters
Having the opportunity to visualise your new home is
helpful, as is being able to view a showhome which is a
true reflection of its actual build cost.
Freedom Built’s new Rolleston showhome has been
built with this in mind. This showhome demonstrates
the company’s standard specifications with just two
exceptions; there is an engineered stone bench top in the
kitchen and a tiled shower in the ensuite (the only two
upgrades within the home).
At 167 square metres, this three bedroom home is
an ideal size for a family, as well as for those wishing
to downsize or a single person looking for a little more
space. Floor to ceiling windows and sliders offer plenty
of light while the benefit of the sun’s free energy is
guaranteed year round.
The living area, incorporating an internal kitchen,
is open, spacious and bright. Within the kitchen are
quality Bosch appliances, a ceramic cooktop, under
bench oven and dishwasher.
There is also space for an
extra wide refrigerator
and the generous island
incorporates a sink with
tower faucet along with
plenty of space for the
family to sit. All cabinetry
is soft close with extra deep
cupboards and drawers in
the island. A walk-in pantry,
is neatly located at one end
of the kitchen, which is an
efficient workspace.
There are two outdoor
living areas, constructed of
low maintenance exposed
aggregate concrete. One
faces due north accessible
from the lounge. Another
sliding door leads out to a
second courtyard.
Bathed in sunlight, the
master bedroom also
accesses the courtyard
through a sliding door,
while inside a sense of
luxury is gained with the
good sized walk-in robe and
attractive ensuite, complete
with tiled walk-in shower.
The laundry is located in
the double garage, where built in cabinetry includes a
Formica bench with space underneath for front loader
washing machine and clothes dryer, a cupboard above
and a double full height storage cupboard.
The Firth Devonstone Antique white brick cladding
The open plan is open, spacious & bright.
and black aluminium
joinery make a striking
and fashionable statement,
augmented by the exposed
aggregate driveway.
Indoors, the interior
colour scheme features
Dulux half Manorburn,
Kaikoura Dolphin carpet,
and Levin Drift Oak Beige
vinyl for an attractive clean
yet earthy feel.
Freedom Built is
a family owned and
locally operated
building company, with
considerable experience
in the residential housing
market. Every home they
build, is individually
designed to suit a client’s
particular needs and their
specific building site.
To assist clients, the
showhome also has a room
dedicated to displays of
features and fittings, from
claddings to interior furnishings like carpet and vinyl
samples. The company also has eight to ten houses
under construction at any one time, which can be
viewed for additional inspiration.
Freedom Built are based at their new Rolleston
Freedom Built’s new showhome at 1031 Gould’s Road.
showhome at 1031 Goulds Road, Goulds Estate. The
showhome is open: 8am-4pm, Monday to Thursday and
8am-2pm Fridays or by appointment.
The master bedroom
The ensuite features a tiled shower
Freedom Built is a local family owned and operated house building company.
We always have a range of house and land packages available and also do client designs and builds.
- info@freedombuilt.co.nz
- Chloe on 027 303 2245
home - www.freedombuilt.co.nz
Showhome location: 1031 Goulds Road, Rolleston
Open Mon –Thursday 8-4, Friday 8-2 or for viewing by appointment.
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Sections
around
the school
site now
selling!
Live where
they learn
Do you realise that, not only will Acland Park, Rolleston,
have its own brand new primary school, but there are
also plans for a pre-school here as well?
So your children will be able to enjoy all their earlier
education within walking distance of home.
And when they’re ready for High School, there’s a
new one just down the road.
Something to think about while
you’re doing the school run!
Sections priced from just
$155,000
aclandpark.co.nz
0800 ACLAND
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Show
home
Guide
LOOKING FOR DESIGN INSPIRATION?
Visit one of our three stunning showhomes to gather ideas for your dream home
97 Ledbury Drive, Faringdon 37 Prestons Park Drive, Marshland
39 Prestons Park Drive, Marshland
Touchstone Homes
Falcons Landing Rolleston
15 Falcon Road, Rolleston
Open Wednesday to Sunday
10pm - 4pm
03 961 6046
www.touchstonehomes.co.nz
Jennian Homes
Canterbury
Rolleston
2 Thornborough Drive
The Borough
Open Wednesday to Sunday
12pm - 4pm (or by appointment)
Halswell Commons
9 Nevermore Place
Open Saturday & Sunday
12pm - 4pm
Ashburton
Whiteoak Grove, Oaklea
Development, Tinwald
Open Wednesday & Thursday
12pm - 3pm
Open Sunday
12pm - 3pm
www.jennian.co.nz
First Homes
St Albans
39 Sherborne Street
Phone 021 575 545 1480
www.firsthomes.co.nz
Signature Homes
Farington, Rolleston
97 Ledbury Drive, Faringdon
Open Wednesday to Sunday
12pm - 4pm
Falcons Landing, Rolleston
1 Falcon Road, Falcons Landing
Open Wednesday to Sunday
12pm - 4pm
Prestons Park
37 & 39 Prestons Park Drive
Marshland, Christchurch
Both open Wednesday to Sunday
12pm - 4pm
Show Room/Office:
31 Watts Road, Sockburn
0800 8444 88 or 03 3427788
www.signature.co.nz
SHOWHOMES:
All three showhomes
Open Wed-Sun 12pm-4pm
full deSign/build
Showhome open
39 Sherborne Street, St Albans
Call now: 021 575 545
www.firsthomes.nz
SHOWROOM / OFFICE:
31 Watts Road, Sockburn
Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Christchurch
Visit our three modern Display Homes
Jennian Homes Canterbury have three Display Homes now open.
With their outstanding features and functional design, they are sure to impress.
Jennian Homes Canterbury
212 Main South Road, Sockburn, Christchurch
P 03 741 1436
E canterbury@jennian.co.nz
jennian.co.nz
Come on in to our new Show Home.”
0800 844 488
signature.co.nz
ROLLESTON HALSWELL ASHBURTON
2 Thornborough Drive
The Borough, Rolleston
Wednesday - Sunday
12 - 4pm
9 Nevermore Place,
Halswell Commons
Saturday - Sunday
12 - 4pm
1 Waterford Place, Whiteoak
Grove, Ashburton
Wednesday - Thursday 12 - 3pm
Sunday 12 - 3pm
At Jennian Homes Canterbury we pride ourselves on delivering the home you’ve always wanted.
So what are you waiting for?
Come on over and see for yourself what life could be like in a Jennian home.
Promote your
Showhome
throughout
Christchurch
and the Selwyn
District
Contact Mike Fulham:
Phone 03 379 7100
mike@starmedia.kiwi
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15 Falcon Road, Rolleston
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Harcourts Rolleston
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Property Brokers
18A Fatima Street, Redwood
Harcourts Rolleston
3 Ford Mews, Springston
Ray White Lincoln
11 Russell Lilley Drive, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
16 Oates Street, Lincoln
Ray White Lincoln
5 Dumfries Drive, Hei Hei
Ray White Lincoln
49 Skerten Avenue, Hornby
Ray White Rolleston
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49 High Street, Southbridge
Matson & Allan Leeston
1/111 Aikmans Road Merivale
Harcourts Rolleston
11 Courtfield Close, Parklands
Property Brokers
1 Avro Crescent, Hornby
Ray White West Melton
1/353 Main South Road, Hornby
Ray White Rolleston
41 Hamill Road, Halswell
Ray White Lincoln
14 Robert Street, Lincoln
Ray White Lincoln
142 Aberdeen Road, Prebbleton
Ray White Rolleston
5 Pollock Place, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
50 Strauss Drive, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
10 Mountain View Place, Leeston
Matson & Allan Leeston
9 Wedgewood Row, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
1234 Courtenay Road, Kirwee
Property Brokers
16 Bellbird Place, Rolleston
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6 Adelaide Street, Kirwee
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3 Dunlop Cresent, Rolleston
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392A Manchester Street, St Albans
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19 Norris Street, Prebbleton
Ray White Rolleston
366 Dunns Crossing Road, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
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Ray White Rolleston
46 Greenwich Street, Halswell
Ray White Lincoln
35 Radley Street, Woolston
Harcourts Rolleston
24 Siltstone Street, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
13 School Lane, Kirwee
Matson & Allan Darfield
69 Boston Avenue, Hornby
Matson & Allan Rolleston
26 D’Arcy Street, Leeston
Matson & Allan Leeston
15 Hororata Road, Hororata
Bayleys Canterbury
129 Johnson Road, West Melton
Harcourts Rolleston
17A Millstream Drive Lincoln
Harcourts Rolleston
3B Dynes Road, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
18 Gracia Avenue, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
35 Kimberley Road, Darfield
Property Brokers
93 Beaumont Drive, Rolleston
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34 Park Lane, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
33 Westview Crescent, West Melton
Ray White West Melton
21 D’Arcy Street, Leeston
Matson & Allan Leeston
3 Boulez Mews, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
42 Grangewood Drive, Lincoln
Bayleys Canterbury
16A Broad Street, Southbridge
Bayleys Canterbury
9 High Street, Kirwee
Matson & Allan Darfield
2 Lucca Crescent, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
13 Bethany Road, Rolleston
Property Brokers
1731 Clintons Road, Darfield
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43 Riverstone Drive, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
25 Faulks Drive, Lincoln
Harcourts Rolleston
80 Preston Avenue, West Melton
Ray White West Melton
18A Fatima Street, Redwood
Harcourts Rolleston
6 Fibonacci Way, Leeston
Matson & Allan Leeston
5 Marvell Lane, Rolleston
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4 Torlesse Crescent Darfield
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8 Dalwood Crescent, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
7 Eversham Drive, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
15 Exeter Lane, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
37 Tussock Lance, Windwhistle
Bayleys Canterbury
13 Craig Thompson Drive, Lincoln
Property Brokers
7A Jozecom Place, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
13 Friars Lane, Leeston
Matson & Allan Leeston
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18 Lynley Drive, West Melton
Ray White West Melton
40 Jacks Drive, West Melton
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26 Lucca Crescent, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
4 Manor Drive Rolleston
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37 Chapman Street, Leeston
Bayleys Canterbury
3/436 Barbadoes Street, Edgeware
Ray White Lincoln
8B Kowhai Drive, Darfield
Matson & Allan Darfield
2 Royston Common West Melton
Harcourts Rolleston
Lot 304 Marvell Lane, Rolleston
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59 Selwyn Street, Leeston
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17 McCauley Street, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
786 East Maddisons Road, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
10 Joy Place, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
3/215 Wairakei Road Bryndwr
Harcourts Rolleston
12 Donatello Drive Rolleston
Harcourts Rolleston
1 Lemonwood Drive, Rolleston
Harcourts Rolleston
74 Alpineview, West Melton
Matson & Allan Rolleston
236 Lakeside Ridge Road, Leeston
Matson & Allan Leeston
219 Bells Road, West Melton
Ray White West Melton
1207 Leeston Dunsandel Road, Dunsandel
Bayleys Canterbury
13B Mulholland Drive Darfield
Bayleys Canterbury
200 Lowes Road, Rolleston
Matson & Allan Rolleston
34 King Street, Coalgate
Matson & Allan Darfield
67 Thames Drive, Rolleston
Harcourts Rolleston
6 Milton Court, Rolleston
Ray White Rolleston
337 Brookside Irwell Road, Leeston
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6 Pultney Street, Leeston
Matson & Allan Leeston
112 Alpineview, West Melton
Bayleys Canterbury
606 Springston Rolleston Road, Rolleston
Ray White West Melton
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For full details of all
Open Homes, please
contact the Real
Estate companies
RAY WHITE
Rolleston 03 347 9988
www.rwRolleston.co.nz
WEST MELTON 03 347 9933
www.rwwestmelton.co.nz
LINCOLN 03 325 7299
www.rwlincoln.co.nz
PROPERTY BROKERS
www.propertybrokers.co.nz
Rolleston 03 929 0306
BAYLEYS
CANTERBURY 03 375 4700
www.bayleys.co.nz
Harcourts
www.fourseasons.
Harcourts.co.nz
Harcourts HORNBY 03 349 9919
Harcourts Rolleston 03 347 4711
Harcourts LINCOLN 03 662 9933
MATSON & ALLAN
www.marealestate.co.nz
Rolleston 03 347 9949
DARFIELD 03 318 8204
LEESTON 03 324 3704
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NEW LISTING
Boundary lines are indicative only
Boundary lines are indicative only
Darfield 13b Mulholland Drive
Dunsandel 1207 Leeston Dunsandel Road
Peace and tranquillity
5 2 2 2
A touch of Provence
4 1 2 2
A 2.350 hectare secluded rural property centrally
located and close to ski fields, rivers and walks, yet an
easy commute to Christchurch City and Darfield
township only minutes away. 299sqm permanent
material home, built in 2009 with a spacious, openplan
living/dining and kitchen area, and separate living
room. Expansive decking, giving you indoor-outdoor
flow to the sheltered BBQ area and further on to the
well landscaped and sheltered gardens. Recently built
four-bay shed with two lockable bays, subdivided into
four well sheltered paddocks.
bayleys.co.nz/5511495
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
12pm, Thu 27 Feb 2020
3 Deans Ave, Chch
View 3-3.30pm Sun 16 Feb
Ben Turner 027 530 1400
ben.turner@bayleys.co.nz
Craig Blackburn 027 489 7225
craig.blackburn@bayleys.co.nz
Jo McIntosh 027 384 4279
jo.mcintosh@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008
• Hebel clad 240sqm home designed by architect
Boyd Chamberlain
• Fabulous open-plan kitchen/living/dining with
Cathedral ceiling, picture windows with views to
the garden and great indoor/outdoor flow
• Four double bedrooms, master with ensuite, family
bathroom and office
• Double garage with large sleepout or could be used
as a home office
• 5.1140ha with fenced paddocks, pond, large
workshop with three-phase power and two-bay
shed
bayleys.co.nz/5511688
Asking Price $875,000
View Sun 2.45-3.15pm
Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519
suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008
FINAL NOTICE
Boundary lines are indicative only
Boundary lines are indicative only
Boundary lines are indicative only
Halswell 23 Quaifes Road
Lincoln McDonald Road
Exceptional position, with
great potential
Ideally situated within the Residential New
Neighbourhood zone (with potential to develop up to
15 houses/ha), this 4.25 hectare property will attract
those wishing to develop residential sections in this
ever-popular location. Alternatively, land-bank or
simply enjoy lifestyle living. This is a magnificent
opportunity for developers, investors and lifestyle
buyers alike located an easy 15-20 minute drive to the
central city.
3-4 1 1 2
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
1pm, Tue 18 Feb 2020
Phone for viewing times
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
Stamp your mark
• Two titled bare land lots to take your pick from
• Each is a generous 5.05 hectares
• No covenants on either lot
• Minutes from the amenities of Lincoln
• Enjoy the views of the hills and the peaceful location
• Each block has boundary fencing
• Purchase one or purchase both if you seek a largersized
property – make your dreams a reality!
bayleys.co.nz/5511634
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
1pm, Tue 3 Mar 2020
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
bayleys.co.nz/5511524
bayleys.co.nz
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