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Five
million
reasons
to smile
AT 10 WEEKS old, Odette
Olive Deane’s start to life has
already been somewhat out of
the ordinary.
There’s a chance the chubbycheeked
tot from Rolleston born
on March 10 could be the five
millionth person in New Zealand
– and just two weeks after
she entered the world, the nation
went into lockdown.
Even in spite of the country’s
gradual return to normal, mother
Charlotte, 26, says things are
still no less “hectic” at the Deane
household as she runs around
after Odette and her 20-monthold
brother Walter.
Odette was born at Christchurch
Women’s Hospital around
the time Statistics NZ reckons
the country’s population ticked
over to five million.
The population has grown
from four million to five million
in 17 years thanks to a combination
of natural growth (births
minus deaths) and net migration
(arrivals minus departures).
Mrs Deane said it was “crazy”
to think her daughter could be
New Zealand’s five-millionth
person. • Turn to page 4
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Bid to
expand
coal mine
meets stiff
opposition
• By Devon Bolger
A PROPOSED expansion of a
coal mine in the Malvern Hills
has brought opponents out in
their hundreds.
Bathurst Coal Ltd has applied to
expand its opencast mine, known
as Canterbury Coal Mine, at Bush
Gully Rd, near Colgate, by 18ha.
An Environment Canterbury
spokeswoman said it has received
about 500 submissions on the
proposal with the majority
opposing the extension.
Malvern Hills Protection
Society member Rosalie Snoyink,
which made a submission against
the proposal, said she is pleased
there has been a large number of
people weighing in on it.
“Clearly there is wide
public interest and concern
about the scale of the proposals,”
she said.
Malvern Hills resident Brian
Thompson said he opposed the
expansion in his submission.
“I think it’s great there has been
a large number of submissions. It
means you will get a wide area of
coverage.
• Turn to page 5
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TIME WILL tell whether
the hundreds of people
objecting to a bid to expand
an open cast coal mine will
be successful.
About 500 submissions
have been received over
Bathurst Coal Ltd’s plan for
an 18ha expansion in the
Malvern Hills (see page 1).
Most of the submissions
are against the plan.
But that won’t be an indication
the objectors will be
able to stop the expansion
when it goes to a hearing.
The Fulton Hogan quarry
near Weedons is a classic
example of that.
The quarry was given the
green light even though
there was huge opposition
to it.
An appeal against the
decision will cost a lot of
money.
Those fighting the
coalmine plan should start
saving their pennies.
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Supermarket plans modified
THE PLANS for a Countdown
supermarket in Lincoln have
been modified in response to
feedback from the community.
Lincoln Developments Ltd
has applied to build and operate
a 3063m 2 supermarket in
the Flemington subdivision on
Birchs Rd, Lincoln, between
7am and 10pm seven days a
week.
Flemington developer Shane
Kennedy said he has spoken
with some people who have
expressed opposition to the
proposal and their feedback has
been used to improve it.
“We’ve significantly improved
the external design of the
building to reduce the visual
scale and improve the external
appearance, added more trees
to the car park and the street
frontage, as well as a low stone
wall with post and rail fencing.
We have added landscaping and
trees to the loading dock screening,
and reduced the height of
street signage.
“The car park layout has also
been changed and we can now
include two dedicated drivethrough
car parks for customers
with click and collect orders,”
he said.
Mr Kennedy said he is pleased
they have been able to make
the changes and is confident
the outcome will be better for
residents.
The new supermarket is expected
to create around between
70 to 90 new jobs.
“These will be a mixture of
full and part-time positions.
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The café is likely to require
another five staff. These new
positions will make a significant
contribution to the Lincoln
community.”
The district council has
publicly notified the resource
consent application meaning
people can have their say on the
development.
The submission period ended
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on Tuesday this week.
“The new Countdown will be
a vital part of this popular development
and it could be opening
its doors to shoppers late 2021 or
early 2022.
“The resource consent process
isn’t a public vote, but I
encourage local residents who
support the project to make a
submission to the council,” Mr
Kennedy said.
In March, Selwyn Times
reported a group of Flemington
residents opposed the proposed
location for the supermarket.
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Family tracks down long-lost brother
• By Devon Bolger
PHIL RADFORD had no idea
his life would change with just
one Facebook message.
Mr Radford, 49, who was
adopted at five-weeks-old, received
a message from a woman
specialising in reconnecting
people – it said he had a sister in
the United Kingdom wanting to
contact him.
“I wasn’t sure if it was a windup
or something. I opened the
message and the thing that made
me think it was real is when I
was five-weeks-old I was adopted
and she had mentioned my birth
name Chris James Dooks.
“I was a bit stunned but
thought why not? Let’s reconnect
and it just sort of went from
there. I ended up talking to my
sister about half an hour later,”
Mr Radford said.
His sister, Becca Main, lives
in York and helped connect him
with his birth mother, also in
York, within a matter of hours.
“It turns out I have got two sisters,
three nieces, two nephews,
a couple of uncles and about five
or six cousins I never knew.
“It has been absolutely amazing.
When it first happened I
wasn’t actually very emotional
about it, I was just numb but now
it has started to kick in. I never
• From page 1
Mrs Deane had gone into labour
while having lunch at Burnham
Military Camp, where her soldier
husband Oliver is based. “I started
feeling pains, like a rubber band
flicking, and then it all happened.”
Oliver drove her to hospital and
was there for the birth of their
“very big” 4.3kg baby.
Stats NZ’s population insights
senior manager Brooke Theyers
said the precise date when we hit
five million also isn’t available yet
but it’s estimated that at March
31 had a resident population of
5,002,100.
Theyers said while the five
million mark could have been
reached by a newborn baby, it was
STUNNED: Phil Radford was adopted as a baby and never knew his birth family until he got a
call from his long-lost sister in the United Kingdom.
PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
could have expected this.”
He has also spoken directly
with his other sister Nic Dooks
and brother-in-law John Main.
Mr Radford is a member of
the Greendale Golf Club and is
currently living at the site in a
Odette born during lockdown
more likely to be a migrant arriving
on a plane.
Escalating numbers of Covid-19
cases in early March made Mrs
Deane “a bit more paranoid” than
normal preparing for birth.
But she had been reassured by
research showing babies and children
were less likely to catch the
disease and likely to have milder
symptoms.
Mrs Deane said the first weeks
of maternity leave required even
more isolating than normal. She
was only able to have one week of
home midwife visits, and feeding
the baby proved hard without
help from a lactation consultant
but she said both went “above and
beyond” to help her.
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He is doing some work on the
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letting him stay on the grounds
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Mr Radford was raised by his
two loving adoptive parents and
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Hororata Community Trust
executive officer Cindy Driscoll
said it is a positive move for the
community.
“The Hororata pie has been
feeding local legends for years
whether it is after a ski, on the
farm, in a tractor, or at one of
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“It’s not just the memories the
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was an only child. He moved to
New Zealand from Bradford in
the United Kingdom in 2006.
“My adoptive parents passed
away at quite a young age so that
was quite hard for me. They were
truly amazing. I only really had
the legend status remains,’’ she
said.
When the historic Hororata
Hotel was damaged in the
September 4, 2010, earthquake
no one wanted to see the iconic
pie become just a memory,” Ms
Driscoll said.
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REUNITED: Phil Radford’s
sister Becca Main (left) who
first contacted him alongside
his mother Rosie Wall and
other sister Nic Dooks.
my cousins on my dad’s side and
they’re all very happy for me.”
He hopes to visit his birth
family in the United Kingdom
sometime next year.
“There is a definite bond there.
It is like we have never been
apart, it is crazy. The sister who
found me and I have become
quite close very quickly.
“My mum just wanted to know
I had gone to a good home. She
had thought about it for 49 years.
I told her my adoptive parents
were fantastic and if they were
still alive I’m sure they would
want to meet her as well,” he said.
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The Hororata Community
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Leeston flooding
bypass progressing
• By Devon Bolger
WORK ON protecting
Leeston from a one-in-
100-year rainfall event
will continue in spring.
The design for the
upgrade of the Volkman
Rd drain has been
completed.
The work is stage three
of the wider Leeston flood
bypass project.
A district council
spokesman said work has
been delayed due to the
Covid-19 lockdown.
• From page 1
“This proposal will have
a big impact on the peace
and quiet of our property
which was one of the main
factors in us buying it,” he
said.
Bathurst Coal Ltd did not
respond to questions from
the Selwyn Times.
The ECan spokeswoman
said a date for a hearing
is yet to be set but it is
required to be held within
75 days of the close of
submissions, meaning
it will be no later than
September 2.
Mr Thompson said he
plans on speaking to his
submission at the hearing.
Forest and Bird also submitted
against the expansion
of the mine.
A spokeswoman said
they are concerned about
the ecological and environmental
impacts.
“Freshwater
contamination in the
already stressed Selwyn
Waikirikiri catchment, and
the loss of native species
and habitat, especially
wetlands.
“Construction on stage
three is expected to begin
on-site in spring this year,
the exact starting date is
weather dependant,” he
said.
A $1.7 million budget
was set aside for the
project with $1.2 million
still remaining.
It is expected to be fully
complete by 2023. There
are two more stages in
the project following the
completion of stage three.
Stage one involved
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“We are not surprised at
the number of submissions.
We have had concerns
about the expansion of
Bathurst’s Malvern Hills
coal mine for some time,’’
she said.
ECan and the district
council received an application
to increase the
contractors upgrading
a drain to release water
from the wetlands on
Country Lane.
The drain passes
through Ellesmere
Community Hospital
land to Manse Rd
and the High St drain
between Manse Rd
and the Ellesmere A&P
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received after a proposal
to expand the Bathurst
coal mine in the Malvern
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The site is currently 52ha,
of which 38ha is mined,
and owner Bathurst Coal is
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and future earthworks.
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currently 95,000 tonnes
of coal per annum, which
is sold for industrial and
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• By Devon Bolger
THE KIRWEE Tavern is
set to be demolished to
make way for a new pub.
Licensee Steve Evans
said preparation work
for the demolition was
expected to get under way
this week following a site
meeting with the builders
and demolition contractors.
The tavern was almost
completely destroyed
when a fire broke out on
Christmas Eve last year.
About 60 firefighters
were needed from across
Canterbury to tackle the
blaze.
The cause of the fire was
found to be an electrical
fault due to old wiring, Mr
Evans said.
“Full demolition, all
going to plan, will be completed
within two weeks
thereafter,’’ Mr Evans said.
He said negotiations
have started with the
insurance company for a
rebuild of the tavern.
“Quite a few items have
been marked to be incorporated
into the ‘New
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Tyre fire could help residents
battling waste facility expansion
• By Devon Bolger
PREBBLETON residents
fighting against a proposed
expansion of a nearby waste
facility plan on using the tyre
fire in Rolleston last week to aid
their argument.
The blaze started about
4.25pm on May 17 at the Diggalink
yard on Weedons Rd due
to a flare-up of hot ash. It spread
to a large pile of tyres near State
Highway 1.
Waste Management
Ltd’s
proposal for
the expansion
of its facility
at 305 Marshs
Rd also includes
a tyre
processing
Judy
Sachdeva
plant.
Judy Sachdeva,
who is
a part of the group of residents
fighting the proposal, said the
fire in Rolleston is very concerning
for them.
“There are two main problems
with tyre stockpiles, The first is
vermin infestation because rats
EVIDENCE: A tyre fire in Rolleston last week could help
Prebbleton residents fighting against a proposed waste facility
expansion nearby.
and other animals love living
there and the other is the risk of
fire,” she said.
Ms Sachdeva said they plan
on using the fire in Rolleston as
evidence at the resource consent
hearing.
A LOBSTER exporting
company with a facility in
Rolleston says the industry
is now bouncing back
financially.
Fiordland Lobster
Company’s general
manager of sales Andrew
Harvey says the company
took a seven-figure hit
because of the shutdown.
The company has an
export facility in Rolleston
that processes 600
tonnes a year.
The holding tanks in
the facility were full when live
exports to China suddenly
stopped. As a result, a lot of
“The fumes from it are also
not good. People in Rolleston
were told to close their windows.
We live very close to the facility
on Marshs Rd and we are downwind
in an easterly.”
An Environment Canterbury
the lobsters were sold into the
domestic market.
“People were getting exportgrade
lobsters at domestic prices
and that went surprisingly well,”
Harvey says.
Only a small quantity
of the total catch
normally sells locally
because China pays a
premium.
A high-end restaurant
in Shanghai can charge
up to $400/kg for a
Fiordland lobster.
As lockdown
restrictions have eased in China
and people edge back into
normal life, air freight to the
•HAVE YOUR SAY: Do you
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spokeswoman said no date has
yet been set, but it is likely to be
in late July or early August.
Waste Management Ltd has
applied to expand its current site
and operate the waste treatment
plant at 305 Marshs Rd.
Resource consent was granted
for the proposed plant by the
Christchurch City Council in
December 2018.
ECan also granted three consents
for the plant’s construction
and discharge of stormwater in
March 2019.
The consent application currently
with ECan is only for
activities resulting in discharge
to air.
It ran a limited notified
consent process, which meant
only people within 500m of the
proposed facility had a chance to
have their say.
Optimistic future for lobster company
CONFIDENT: A lobster
exporting company is now
bouncing back financially.
Andrew
Harvey
country has resumed so the
company is quietly optimistic
the market for New Zealand
rock lobsters will return but
Mr Harvey says the industry is
monitoring whether China will
be affected by a second wave of
infections.
“Probably the biggest thing we
are watching is if Covid is really
under control in China and restaurants
don’t have to be closed
down again.
“If they don’t, then we are
coming through.”
New Zealand’s live lobster
industry is worth around $320
million annually, much of it sold
to China.
New science
building for
Lincoln Uni
LINCOLN University is set to
get a new science facility after
a $5 million boost from the
Government.
Acting vice-chancellor Professor
Bruce McKenzie said they
are welcoming ministerial
endorsement of their business
case for the construction of the
new facility.
“The endorsement demonstrates
the government’s confidence
in Lincoln University,
and means we can continue
our campus development programme,”
he said.
Education Minister Chris
Hipkins and Finance Minister
Grant Robertson confirmed
their endorsement for the business
case, releasing $5 million in
funding to progress the project
to the next stage.
Lincoln can now go to market
to tender for a construction
contractor.
Known as Science North, the
new facility will replace existing
earthquake-damaged buildings.
“Lincoln University has always
been a chief driver of innovation
in the land-based sector,
particularly in the food and fibre
sectors, and our new science
facilities will position us to take
an even more prominent role
in developing solutions for the
world’s most pressing environmental
challenges,’’ he said.
Science North is a part of a
wider campus development
programme for the university
that has already seen the launch
of new student social spaces,
landscaping projects and a series
of smaller general projects across
campus.
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Ellesmere Lions back
distributing pea straw
VOLUNTEER: Ellesmere
Lions members (from left
to right), Dave Adams, Don
Lemon and Ray Henderson
happy to be delivering pea
straw to the community
again.
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 of invertebrates found at www.
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THE ELLESMERE Lions are
back out delivering pea straw
bales used for fundraising
after not being able to due to
Covid-19.
A spokesman said the backlog
of over 1000 bales was cleared in
a few days with members pleased
to be out and about.
“Ellesmere Lions pea straw
fundraising effort has grown
over recent years, this year we
have baled and carted 15,000
standard bales and 800 medium
square bales for delivery
throughout the Selwyn and
Ellesmere area.
“This is a true community
effort with the straw donated by
local farmers and a team of lions
baling and carting the bales to
sheds made available from another
group of farmers,” he said.
The straw carting evenings saw
A MOTH commonly attracted
to light over the summer months
is the self-introduced Australian
pug moth (Chloroclystis filata).
THis moth has a 25mm
wingspan, and a variable brown
colouration, sometimes with a
large white patch in the middle
of its forewing.
It also has a notched margin
on the hindwing which helps
distinguish it from other similar
moths.
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turnouts of 20-30 members and
big numbers of bales were shifted
in a short time.
Members enjoy the evening
occasions with a barbecue to
reward their efforts, the spokesman
said.
“Deliveries are carried out by
a keen group of members who
run their vehicles at their own
expense.”
The income generated by
the fundraising is used by the
Ellesmere Lions to assist many
community organisations and
individuals who are in need of
support.
Australian moth is attracted to summer light
in 1960, it is now distributed
throughout the country. It is also
found in the south-eastern parts
of Australia and on Norfolk
Island.
THis moth species lives in
open areas such as gardens,
parks, wasteland and coastal
areas.
Larvae feed on a large diversity
of flowers, including acacias,
kanuka, hebe, groundsels,
ragwort, gorse and some legume
species.
Rolleston College year 12
students take on the wild
STUDENTS ARE being pushed
to their limits in two new
outdoor education classes at
Rolleston College.
The 35 year 12 students who
signed up for the Challenge the
Limits course have been preparing
to take part in a high and low
ropes course at The Groynes in
term three.
Said teacher Thomas Arps:
“The learners will be exposed
to some challenging situations
while on this course and will
have to lean on each other in
order to get through them.
“They will develop a range
of interpersonal skills while on
the course and will set some
goals to achieve on the two-day
adventure.”
Throughout the year students
have experienced day tramps
and camping including a hike up
Mt Herbert.
The Man v Wild course is
another new option for year 12
CHALLENGE: Rolleston
College year 12 students in
their Man v Wild class which
is one of two new outdoor
education classes this year.
students this year.
The students tested their survival
skills around Arthur’s Pass
recently.
Said teacher Kevin Hoy: “They
built shelters at base camp using
axes and tree saws and some
students took up the challenge to
sleep under the stars.’’
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Robin Ashby
Hanging up fire helmet after 34 years
Robin Ashby is retiring
from firefighting after
34 years. The Rolleston
resident speaks
to reporter Devon
Bolger about his time
volunteering with the
Dunsandel and Rolleston
fire stations
How did you get started out
firefighting?
I started in 1986. I had bought
a house in Dunsandel where my
wife lived at the time and was
asked to join the fire brigade.
It was just a thing where if you
lived there and worked close
by you got asked. I did 25 years
there at Dunsandel. I got my gold
star award for 25 years of service.
I became the senior officer of
the brigade after about five years
which was unusual really for
someone so young but it just
happened to me. I went on to
become the chief fire officer.
What kept you going for 34
years?
After all that time, I think it
is just a habit. Throughout those
years I just enjoyed training
people and getting the best out
of them. A lot of people join up
and don’t have a lot of confidence
but after a few months and
a bit of training, they have
really blossomed. That is what
encourages me to carry on and
of course helping the community
too.
Why do you think people
should get into volunteer
firefighting?
It is an opportunity to get
some self-confidence. A lot of
people think they can’t do it but
with the encouragement of our
people, they get a lot of love and
support. It is not just firefighting,
there is also a lot of competitions
such as the combat and drivers’
challenges. We do a lot of school
visits and plenty of organisations
visit the station so there are all
these other activities you can get
involved in. I had the privilege
from 2010-2018 to be on the
New Zealand Fire national
health and safety committee
representing volunteers. I got a
lot of opportunities to explore
different things and I have been
to fire conferences all over the
country.
Have there been any standout
moments for you?
Responding to the CTV
building during the Canterbury
earthquake really stayed in my
mind. I don’t really know how
to describe it, you didn’t want to
be there but you were there so it
was good to help out. I did three
different shifts there on the fire
truck. One of my highlights has
to be in 2007 when I was selected
to go to Hobart in Australia for
an Australasian fire conference,
that was a bit of a milestone for
me. In 1991 I was selected by the
Rural Fire Research Group for a
scholarship in Dunedin. I spent
about two weeks in a paid station
there. I did more calls in two
weeks there than I did all year in
Dunsandel.
Do you have any plans for
your retirement?
I don’t actually have a lot
of spare time because I am
the secretary/treasurer of the
Mid Canterbury Fire Brigades
Sub Association. I am a life
member and a past president
of the association as well. I am
also a trustee for Canterbury
Provincial Fire Brigades
Association. I still have my
hand in the pie so to speak.
Unfortunately, I am not going to
see a lot of my friends who I have
met from all over the country
DEDICATION:
Robin Ashby
has stepped
down from
fighting fires
after 34 years.
He is seen
above at the
Woolston
Training
Centre in
2006.
but thank God for Facebook.
Could you tell me about the
Mid-Canterbury Fire Brigades
Sub Association?
They have a committee that
supports the staff and they run
the competitions such as the
combat challenge and things.
The original drivers’ challenge
was started by them here in
1996. They also host the
provincial drivers’ challenge.
Unfortunately, this year we
haven’t been able to have our
drivers’ challenge but that’s
what they do – help to provide
activities for the members of the
association.
What is your go-to karaoke
song?
It would have to be Matchbox
Twenty – I’m not Crazy.
Do you have a favourite
sports player or team?
That is easy, my favourite team
is the Crusaders. My favourite
sports player, well I can’t say me,
so I guess it is definitely Richie
McCaw. He is an incredible
ambassador for sport.
Do you have any hobbies or
skills outside of firefighting?
I enjoy playing golf. I am a
member of The Rock Rolleston’s
golf section and we meet to play
once a month. I’m quite tied
up with that. I also play in the
fire brigade golf tournaments,
provincial and South Island.
I have played rugby for the
Canterbury Fire Brigade between
1990-95 as well.
When did you move to
Rolleston and what do you like
about it?
I moved in 2011. It was a
great destination coming from
Dunsandel because there are
heaps of services available. I
got the opportunity to change
my occupation, I was in the
meat industry for 34 years
and all of a sudden I started
getting into truck driving so
Rolleston is good as it is quite
close to Christchurch. I have
a special-needs daughter and
it gives her the opportunity to
travel into Christchurch for work
experience and things like that
due to public transport whereas
there is no public transport for
Dunsandel. It really gave us a lot
of opportunities and being able
to see it grow the way it has is
just amazing.
Could you tell me a bit about
your family?
I have been married to my
wife Diane since 1983. I have
two adult daughters, Mandy is
34 and she works at a pharmacy
in Hamilton and there is Kylie
who has special-needs. She is
not physically handicapped,
she has dyspraxia so a learning
disability. She volunteers at a
doggy daycare in Christchurch
for three days a week. She goes
to activities such as the Selwyn
Launch Group. She has a busy
life.
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Classic Builders
unshaken and
here to stay
Covid 19 is doing little to thwart
Classic Builders plans to continue
to build a presence in the greater
Christchurch area.
This week the company – which
set up shop in Christchurch 12
months ago – will go ahead as
planned and open its first Canterbury
showhome.
Classic Builders Christchurch
regional manager Dave Fahey says
the interest shown in the Classic
Builders brand in Christchurch over
the last 12 months provided added
incentive to establish the showhome,
which is in Acland Park, Rolleston.
“We have design and build projects
and house and land packages under
way and have had great feedback,”
Dave says.
Part of the last year had involved
putting together teams of subcontractors
and suppliers and introducing
the Classic Builders brand to a second
South Island city. The 23-year-old
business is New Zealand’s second-biggest
residential building company,
with a strong presence in the North
Island and with a Queenstown office
too.
“Classic Builders is a company with
heritage. Having been in the game
so long, the company has weathered
recessions before. We will survive the
Covid-19 challenges ahead too,” Dave
says.
Dave and his young family have
moved from the Queenstown office to
set up the base in his city of birth. A
builder by trade and former Burnside
High School student, Dave moved up
the ranks within the company from
builder to construction manager to
regional manager. It is Dave whom
visitors to the new showhome will
meet. People choosing to do business
with Classic Builders in the greater
Christchurch area will deal with Dave
from the start to finish of a project as
part of a “very personalised service”.
Dave says his Selwyn-based branch
services not only Christchurch, but its
surrounds – such as Ashburton and
Rangiora.
“Just hit us up to see how far we
spread, and feel free to brainstorm
with our designers too.
“Classic Builders is very much an
option for people still looking to build
– and we offer complimentary plans
with no obligation to go ahead and
build.”
The company deals in both house
and land packages and design and
build projects with its scope covering
entry level first home and land packages
through to architectural builds.
For those looking for ideas, Classic
Builders has a range of plans and they
can be modified.
Meanwhile, the showhome, which
will open on Wednesday, is called The
Craigieburn as a nod to the nearby
ranges which can be viewed from the
house. Located on a corner site, it features
a combination of white plaster
and natural cedar, with a large portico
gracing the front. It is a three-bedroom,
two-bathroom home with two
living areas and a double garage.
The showhome will be open for viewing
between 11am and 3pm Wednesday
to Friday, during the same time period
on Sunday, and by appointment. Dave
can be reached on dave.fahey@classicbuilders.co.nz
or on 021 196 1480.
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Indoor Courts
taking shape
Fitness classes and AA open
online booking
People wanting to get back to their fitness classes or get a drivers
licence will be able to book online.
A booking system has been launched for fitness and recreation
classes at Lincoln Event Centre, Rolleston Community Centre and
West Melton Community and Recreation Centre. While the booking
system for the AA will be available from today, Wednesday 27 May.
For the fitness classes, health requirements including social
distancing mean classes have had to be limited to a maximum of 10
people at a time. The booking system allows people to secure a spot
in a class from 10am the day before. The number of slots available for
each class is shown along with a guide on the new health and safety
regulations such as bringing a towel and a drink bottle.
For the AA, customers will be able to book up to seven days in
advance for any available slots. Customers will need to bring all
relevant documentation to their appointment. If you are unsure what
you need to bring, please visit the NZTA website or phone us on
0800 SELWYN (735 996).
To book online:
· For Rolleston Community Centre visit selwyn.govt.nz/classesrcc
· For Lincoln Event Centre visit selwyn.govt.nz/classeslec
· For West Melton Community and Recreation Centre visit
selwyn.govt.nz/classeswmcrc
· For AA visit portal.selwyn.govt.nz/bookAA/
The Foster Park Indoor Courts have moved a step closer to being indoors with the first framing for
the roof now in place.
The framework for the roof of the main courts was installed late last week.
Council Major Projects Manager John Reid says progress on the courts is moving along steadily
since work was able to restart under Alert Level 3 and the courts are on track to be completed
around April 2021, around one month behind the original schedule due to the Level 4 lockdown.
The indoor court facility includes eight courts, along with a 240 metre indoor walking track on the
mezzanine level and will serve sports teams from across the district.
Tennyson Street has also been reopened from 96 Tennyson Street to the Lowes Road intersection
as work progresses on the Tennyson Street and Lowes Road intersection upgrade. Work, as
part of this project, to install new sewer and water mains on Tennyson Street has almost been
complete. Work on new footpaths and drainage improvements is also underway, with the project
expected to be completed by the end of July, depending on the weather.
The Selwyn Aquatic Centre is aiming to reopen its Hydrotherapy and Learn to Swim pools from
Tuesday 2 June thanks to the work that was able to be completed under Level 3. Manager Active
Selwyn James Richmond says the centre is hoping to have the leisure pool open the following
week, depending on the health guidelines in place.
Work is also progressing on the Selwyn Health Hub, with ground works underway for the foundations.
Council working with community on new future
As we move into the post-lockdown environment the Council has been working with our community to
support the district into the new world we’re living in.
Council Chief Executive David Ward says it is apparent we’re moving to a new normal and the Council
is asking what this will look like and how we get there in the best possible shape.
During lockdown the Council has done everything in its power to keep services you rely on going, and
respond to the immediate needs of our community.
The focus is now on working out how we can help Selwyn emerge from this crisis economically strong,
socially connected, environmentally well positioned and culturally enriched. This is not going to be an
easy or quick process, Mr Ward says.
Firstly, the Council needs to understand the pandemic’s impact in each of these areas to try to work out
what the future might hold and help us measure our progress. To find this information we decided to
talk to the grass roots of our community.
“We recently called together a group of more than 80 leaders, influencers and community representatives
in a series of meetings. There was an abundance of valuable feedback. We are now taking stock of what
was said and combining it with other information and advice. Last week we also concluded the public
consultation for our draft annual plan and are busy evaluating the community’s thoughts on our proposals.
All this information will help us co-ordinate the best possible recovery for Selwyn.
“We don’t have a silver bullet or a huge slush fund, but what we do
have is a growing database of understanding that our experienced
Council team will use as a handrail as we navigate the uncertain
waters of the future. We cannot do this alone and we recognise the
part many other organisations, charities, community groups and
volunteers have to play in recovery.
“Some recovery action has already started, such as our buy local
campaign and our digital signposting of businesses to support
schemes. I look forward to sharing more of our recovery initiative
and plans as they emerge.”
New COVID-19 updates
app launched
A new app will help Selwyn residents keep up with the latest
pandemic information and details on Council services and facilities.
The Council has launched the Selwyn Updates app to help
residents with easy access to the latest information and to stay up
to date with future changes and initiatives. The app can be found at
covid-19.selwyn.govt.nz.
Council Group Manager Communication and Customers Stephen
Hill says during the pandemic there has been a constant stream of
changes to how Council services are operating during the different
alert levels. “We’ve worked hard to keep people informed about
what’s open and what’s changed – through our website, social
media and local news outlets,” he says.
“Along with most other organisations we’ve had to adapt the way
we work – including developing new online services and changes to
the way we interact with customers.
“This new app will be another
useful tool to help people
keep up with these changes
and the best ways to access
our services and find out what
facilities are open, or what
support is available.”
The app can be download to
any smartphone or device by
visiting the site and clicking
the download link on the right
of the url on Android, or on
Apple by selecting ‘share’ and
‘add to home screen’.
Council Call
Selwyn District Council
Norman Kirk Drive, Rolleston
Ph 0800 SELWYN (735 996)
Rolleston Library
Rolleston Drive, Rolleston
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Notices
ALCOHOL NOTICES
Apex Gift Boxes Limited has applied for the renewal of an off licence. Objections are open until 11 June.
For more information go to selwyn.govt.nz/alcoholnotices.
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 27 May 1pm Rolleston
Council offices
Audit & Risk Subcommittee
Wed 10 June 9.30am Rolleston
Council offices
Council
Wed 10 June 1pm Rolleston
Council offices
Draft Annual Plan
Submission Hearings
Tue 2 June 9.30am to approx.
6pm Rolleston Council offices
Final stages of Leeston to Doyleston
cycleway under way
Wed 3 June 9.15am–5pm
Rolleston Council offices
Please note we will be observing
social distancing rules and may
have to limit numbers of the
public in the room at any one
time. Admittance of speakers will
take precedence.
Work on the final stages of the Leeston to Doyleston cycleway is under way and progressing well.
The Council was able to complete the necessary land purchases and site access agreements for the
final route over the Alert Level 4 lockdown period. It has also agreed a contract with Leeston based
Johnston Excavating and Drainage to continue working on the cycleway.
The company had recently completed stage one of the cycleway, building sections at either end from
Leeston township to the Leeston Heritage Park and installing a bridge and starting the cycleway at the
Doyleston end.
The agreements happening over the lockdown period meant that Johnston’s was able to start work as
soon as possible under Level 3 conditions, Council Transportation Asset Manager Andrew Mazey says.
“We also appreciate the cooperation of the adjoining landowners to help us get the works underway as
soon as possible at this challenging time.”
Key drainage work has been completed, which will reduce delays from bad weather, he says. Despite
the lockdown period the Council and Johnston’s are working hard to finish the cycleway as close as
possible to the original goal of having it completed before winter, Andrew says.
The Council was pleased that it was able to confirm the work with a Selwyn based contractor, providing
a local business and its employees with certainty of work in spite of the impacts of the pandemic.
Although the cycleway has been planned for a long time, the construction came at a good timing to
support the increased focus on getting active as well, he says.
“With the emphasis on people walking and cycling and getting out more this will add better value in that
regard and support people to continue that into the future.”
Playground maintenance
Safety maintenance is being carried out on some playgrounds in Rolleston and Lincoln between now
and the end of June, replacing the softfall. This is necessary to keep the playgrounds up to safety
standards and requires each playground to be closed while the softfall is removed and replaced. Most
sites will take around five days to complete. The playgrounds are:
Rolleston – Othello Drive, Hamlet Reserve, Parakura Reserve and Goulds Green. Lincoln – McGrath
Drive, Poulter Road, Pentire Parade and Southfield Drive.
Directory launches job
search support
The job search in Selwyn just got easier with the Council adding
a free option for businesses to advertise vacancies in the Selwyn
Business Directory.
The Council has added a Selwyn Vacancies page where businesses
can advertise their vacancies. The page at selwyn.govt.nz/directory
also allows people on the job hunt to search for Selwyn businesses
with vacancies and search for jobs in their preferred field.
The job vacancy page is part of the Council’s ongoing efforts to
support Selwyn businesses and the community, especially following
the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The directory has also been upgraded to allow businesses to advise
customers about their online sales platform and let people know if
they are able to deliver.
Businesses can update their pages now by logging in or registering
for the directory at selwyn.govt.nz/directory.
Selwyn Open –
One of country’s biggest
mechanics back in full ignition
As part of our Selwyn Open campaign we’re profiling some of the many
excellent businesses local to you. You can find these businesses on the
Selwyn Business Directory at selwyn.govt.nz/directory
This week we talk to Lisa and Nigel Fleck from Selwyn Auto and
Jones Road Auto.
During lockdown, many cars sat in garages collecting dust. Now
as we all head back on the roads, it’s time to make sure they are
running and road safe.
Selwyn Auto and Jones Road Auto have put their foot back on the
gas. After servicing essential worker cars during Alert Level 4, along
with appointment only WOFs in Level 3 their usual ‘WOF while you
wait’ at Jones Road Auto has resumed, but people must wait in
their cars until they reach the front of the queue.
Car lovers Nigel and Lisa Fleck started Jones Road Auto’s engine
in 2012, with Selwyn Auto opening four years later for Lincoln and
Springston customers.
Their business has grown rapidly, from two to 15 local staff
members, providing over a thousand WOFs to Selwyn customers
a month. The business was recently recognised by Auto Super
Shoppes as one of New Zealand’s biggest automotive stores.
“It’s nice to be nationally recognised, especially when we are like a
little old mum and dad business from Rolleston. We never expected
it, it just kind of organically happened and I think it’s definitely
because of our local community.”
Lisa is thrilled to see her customers returning and grateful to them for
consciously choosing to shop local. Being a part of the community is
something Lisa admires most about working in Selwyn.
“On a personal level for Nigel and I, it’s the satisfaction of being a
part of a community and we are really proud to be a part of it.”
The store gets involved with the Selwyn Motor Fest and provides
sponsorships to local schools, sports clubs and community groups,
including Rolleston Rugby Club and Waikirikiri Hockey.
“We try and give back as much as we can, those are the people
who support us so it’s really nice to support them back.”
ON THE
ROADS
On the roads
Tennyson Street is closed from 43 Tennyson Street to the Rolleston Police Station
due to the Rolleston Town Centre infrastructure upgrade. Due to the Lowes Road
and Tennyson Street intersection upgrade, Lowes Road is one way on both sides
of the intersection, with lanes open for traffic heading away from the intersection,
but not towards it. A stop/go system and speed restrictions are also in place on
Tennyson Street.
Jones Road will be closed to the north and south of the roundabout until 29 May to allow important
sealing work to get the road through the winter and to reduce. A detour is in place.
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before 5pm on Wednesday
Lincoln Farmers and Craft
Market
Saturday, 10am-1pm
The market is back up and running
again with some restrictions.
The organisers recommend people
only attend if they are going to
shop and no seating or tables will
be provided to minimise contact.
No tastings or samples will be on
offer. If you are ill please do not
attend.
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Saturday, 9.30am-1pm
New and old stallholders
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there can only be 100 people in
the market at once. Someone will
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capacity is reached, it will then
move to one-in, one-out.
254 Lawford Rd, West Melton
Rolleston Farmers Market
Sunday, 9am-12.30pm
Most stalls in the market are
back up and running. A great
range of veges, meats, honey,
flowers, cheeses, coffee will be
on offer plus an Oamaru stone
carver will be showing his wares.
96 Rolleston Drive
Journey to raise funds for Cure Kids
• By Bea Gooding
ROLLESTON resident Josh
Thompson and his friends will
be embarking on a two-day,
1000km journey later this year
raising at least $1000 towards
children’s mental health.
Avis Budget Cure Kids 1000
tasks teams with sourcing and
decorating cars valued under
$1000, travel on a pre-planned
route in Canterbury and
complete challenges along the
way this September.
Last year at least 10 teams
collectively raised $32,000,
with all funds distributed
to Cure Kid’s research for
children and adolescent mental
health.
Mr Thompson teamed up
with friends Sam and Rachael
Butterworth, of Christchurch,
for the initiative driving a
1984 Volkswagen Golf which
resembles a German police
car.
“I was helping out last year
and found it quite fun. I didn’t
take part but this year we’ve
actually made the plan to get
involved and get the car done
up,” Mr Thompson.
“I’m a massive European
car fan, especially Volkswagen.
I’ve always wanted one and
it happened to work out, we
got one from Dunedin within
budget and did something
different as there’s not many
around in this colour.”
Mr Thompson said the event
was likely to turn a few heads
while teams were out and about,
which was a chance to raise
awareness for “a really good
charity.”
This year’s route was yet to
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team-euro-nuts
be revealed, but previous
journeys included an overnight
stay at Hanmer Springs,
stopping off at schools and
iconic Canterbury landscapes
to complete challenges such
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races.
The decision to hold a nonracing
charity rally was inspired
by Avis Budget’s automotive
background providing rental car
services.
Said Mr Thompson: “This
year, we’re hoping to have the
most themed vehicle, but we’ll
see what happens there.”
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Football boss keen to get players on the field
• By Jacob Page
SELWYN UNITED director of
football Chris Brown is hopeful
of getting football back on the
pitch some time in June.
Many of the club’s senior
players trained in small groups
for the first time last week in the
hope the season will begin next
month.
“We’ll get the guys training
with the right social distancing
requirements and just get them
using a ball again and getting
some kilometres through the
legs.
“Playing football in your back
garden gets boring after a while
so it’ll be great to have them
Chris Brown
back.”
He said the ultimate decision
on playing matches will come
from New Zealand Football and
then Mainland Football.
“It’s all just a waiting game,”
Brown said.
“The actual planning has been
put on hold from our end until
we get some firm information
but we are hopeful of starting in
June for the (Mainland Premier)
league but that’s all dependent
on how level two goes.’’
He said the players have had
training sessions designed for
them over the period of level 4
and level 3.
“We sent the players an eightweek
workout plan but we also
tried to keep in contact with
everyone, we had a quiz night
over Zoom, we just tried to get
creative with it.”
Brown said he had fluctuating
emotions around the lack of
sport over the past two months.
“There have been moments
where I had wished we could just
get back out on to a pitch and get
that social aspect back of being
in a team sport,” he said.
“But equally, I have family in
England and things haven’t been
going so well over there plus you
factor in the fact people’s businesses
are struggling so it’s best
we do our bit and stay home.
“As a director of football,
there’s no one you can turn to
and ask what to do in this situation,
you just try to do what
you think is right and adapt as
needed.”
Brown said a potentially shortened
Mainland Premier League
season won’t change how he uses
his players
“We will follow the club
model of continuing to push
youth players and I can’t see us
changing the way we do things
just because there may be less
games on the schedule,” he said.
Ransley needs podiums to
win virtual car racing title
SPORT
• By Jacob Page
PREBBLETON’S Jaden Ransley
will need to be near perfect
tomorrow night in Imola, Italy,
if he wants to win the eSport
Cup virtual car racing title.
The penultimate round has
Ransley in second and in need
of podium finishes.
The 18-year-old was taken
out at turn three of both races
at Silverstone last week but
recovered to earn enough points
to maintain second overall with
two rounds remaining.
“It means the last two rounds
will have to be perfect.
“We qualified in fourth
and we felt we had the speed
to push for a top spot so to get
taken out in both races was
frustrating.
“I’d put a lot of time in during
the past week to prepare for the
race but these things happen,”
Ransley said.
He said the standard of the
competition had improved
BATTLE: Jaden Ransley had no luck at Silverstone during
round eight of the Esports Cup.
greatly over the past eight
weeks.
“At the beginning it was a
bit of fun and a laugh, especially
the first night but that has
changed,” he said.
“The credibility of the series
has really taken off and people
are putting in a lot of preparation
time before races so the
standard is improving and it’s
been a battle at times.”
He said it will be his first
time racing on the Italian track
tomorrow night but he knew
his formula three car had good
speed.
“It’s another new track for me
so it’ll be fun and hopefully the
results go our way.”
Darfield rider has sights on
world champs in Austria
• By Jacob Page
DARFIELD cross-country
mountain biker Ethan Rose is still
expected to make an impact on
the international stage this year.
The 17-year-old, year 12
Darfield High School student,
has set his sights on the rescheduled
world mountain bike
championships which are set to
be in Austria in from October 5
to 11.
“That’s the focus at the moment
and I’m hoping to get
some racing in so I can get more
(ranking points) so I can get a
better starting position,” he said.
Ethan won the Oceania under-19
title and then the National
age-group title in Dunedin in
January and then added the North
Island under-19 title in Palmerston
North the following month.
He was set to compete in California
in March and then race in
Australia on the way home but
that schedule was dashed due to
the coronavirus pandemic.
“I had some really strong
results at the start of the year
and was looking forward to
testing myself in America but
everything got cancelled and it’s
become pretty bad over there so
I’m not sure when I’ll get to go
back,” he said.
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“There’s been a few training
sessions through Zoom which
has kept us all connected so,
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He said his main focus was his
school work and NCEA studies
because he knows later in the
year he may have to represent
New Zealand again on the
international stage.
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Tasty Bites
Quick and easy fried rice
• By Ian Knott
Quick, easy and versatile,
fried rice can be used
as a side dish or main
meal. This tasty version is
loaded with vegetables
and can be transformed
into something even
greater by adding your
favourite protein
The best fried rice
4-6 servings
Ingredients
3 tbsp butter, divided
2 eggs, whisked
2 medium carrots, peeled and
diced
1 small white onion, diced
½ cup frozen peas
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt and black pepper
4 cups cooked and chilled rice
3 green onions, thinly sliced
3-4 tbsp soy sauce, or more to
taste
2 tsp oyster sauce (optional)
½ tsp toasted sesame oil
Directions
Heat ½ tbsp of butter in a large
sauté pan over medium-high
heat until melted. Add egg, and
cook until scrambled, stirring
occasionally. Remove egg, and
transfer to a separate plate.
Add an additional 1 tbsp of
butter to the pan and heat until
melted. Add carrots, onion, peas,
garlic, and season with a generous
pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté
for about 5min or until the onion
and carrots are soft. Increase heat
to high, add in the remaining
½ tbsp of butter, and stir until
melted. Immediately add the
rice, green onions, soy sauce and
oyster sauce (if using), and stir
until combined. Continue stirring
for an additional 3min to fry the
rice. Then add in the eggs and stir
to combine. Remove from heat,
and stir in the sesame oil until
combined. Taste and season with
extra soy sauce, if needed.
Serve immediately, or
refrigerate in a sealed container
for up to 3 days.
Top tips
It’s important to use cold,
cooked rice. So plan ahead and
have some prepared. Warm rice
doesn’t tend to fry well when it
hits the hot pan and becomes
soggy, sticky clumps.
If you haven’t planned ahead,
just cook up a fresh batch of rice,
spread it out as thinly as possible
on a backing tray and put it in the
fridge for 30min (or freezer for
10-15min).
Use a high heat. This will help
brown the rice and vegetables,
and prevent the rice from
steaming in the pan. Don’t leave it
sitting too long though. Nobody
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Gardening
For spring flavour get some herbs growing
IT’S NOT TOO early to be
thinking about your spring
garden, especially your herb
garden, but be wary of frosts.
There’s really no comparison
between the flavour of fresh and
dried herbs. And though most
supermarkets now sell the fresh
plants, it’s often cheaper and more
convenient to grow your own.
It’s a good idea to plant herbs
close to the kitchen — the further
away they are, the less likely you
are to pick them, especially in
rainy weather.
Most of the cooking herbs like
a warm place in the sun, though
mint will grow in a damp shady
spot. If you don’t have much
space, stick to those herbs you
know you’ll use in cooking.
Consider growing them in pots,
or plant herbs in the flower garden
— most are quite decorative.
Fresh coriander is an important
ingredient in many Thai
and Indian dishes and now’s the
time for planting the seeds of this
annual herb.
Coriander plants are taprooted
and don’t transplant well,
so sow seeds where you want the
plants to grow and thin out when
necessary.
The seeds are slow to germinate,
so don’t give up on them too soon.
Plants bought ready-grown from
the garden centre tend to quickly
run to seed.
Don’t try substituting ground
coriander seeds for the fresh leaves
as the flavours are quite different.
Some varieties of chives die
down in the winter, while others
stay green the whole year through.
If rust is a problem, cut the
clumps back and wait for fresh
rust-free growth. If that doesn’t
work, it may be best to plant some
new bulbs in a different spot.
Clumps need to be divided and
replanted every few years in any
case or the chives get overcrowded
and loose their vigour.
Garlic chives have a stronger
flavour than regular chives and the
flowers are white and starry rather
than pom-pom shaped. The plants
grow more slowly and the leaves
stand up to cooking a bit better.
Garlic chives are popular in
Asian dishes — try adding them
to stir-fries at the last minute for
an authentic flavour, or add them
to spring roll fillings and omelettes.
Parsley comes in two forms– the
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broad-leaved parsley, often known
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PETS & PAWS
ome alone
It’s been nine weeks since New Zealand Give some thought to your pets
officially went into lockdown due to
COVID-19. We’ve been confined to our During a time of uncertainty and for
homes with family and pets for 24/7, but some, outright fear, pets have provided
now we’re all heading back to work, the emotional support and kept us company.
kids are back at school and we’re all trying They’ve given us an excuse to escape the
to get back into some kind of routine and house each day; helped keep the kids
‘new normal’.
amused; ‘video-bombed’ Zoom meetings;
and provided daily comfort when PM
Jacinda Ardern addressed the public.
During these weeks, pets have been there
for us through the ups and downs of the
pandemic.
Preparing pets for life after
lockdown
As we head back to work, it’s not
surprising that our pets (especially dogs)
might now show signs of insecurity,
separation anxiety or even depression
from loneliness. Dogs, in particular,
develop close relationships through time
spent with their owners; therefore, sudden
separation creates a challenge – how to
help the dog cope without the attention of
its owner and get back into some kind of
pre-lockdown routine.
5 tips to help your pet survive
their day without you
1. Keep to a schedule of feeding,
exercise, toileting, rest and one-to-one
time – Animals like routine, any major
changes to their routine can cause
stress. Reduce this by sticking to their
usual pre-lockdown routine if possible.
2. Give them some alone time – Allow
pets to have some time without your
attention. Let them spend time outside,
in another room, or in their run without
you or other members of the family.
3. Help them settle at home alone – Leave
out treats, keep the radio on and use
plug in synthetic pheromones to help
keep pets calm while you are at work.
4. Engage help – If you are concerned
about your pet being left at home
while you head back to work full time,
consider asking a family member, friend
or neighbour to call in and check your
pet. They may be able to spend some
time with your pet to help break up the
monotony of a long working day.
5. Seek professional advice – if your
pet needs additional help for stressful
behaviour, contact your local vet,
animal trainer or behaviourist.
For more information on how to help
your pet cope while you head back to
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Vehicle care post lockdown
Motor vehicles need to be driven so issues
are likely to arise when they sit idle. With
vehicles shut in their garages during the
Coronavirus lockdown and with winter on
the horizon, it is worth giving your vehicle
a check over and even booking it in for a
service.
Below are some pointers for prepping
your motor vehicle:
• If you have had trouble starting your
vehicle, a new battery might be needed.
It may be at the end of its life if it is
five years or older. To ascertain if you do
need a new one, pop into one of Selwyn’s
automotive centres and ask them to test
the battery.
• The anti-freeze coolant fluid in your
radiator will likely need replacing if two
to three years has passed or the vehicle
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Help keep our roads safer
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• Check the headlights, tail lights
and indicator. Replace any weak or
non-functioning bulbs and make any
adjustments where needed.
• Examine the condition of the wiper
blades, replacing these if they do not
provide good visibility.
• Top up the windscreen washer container
so you can keep your windows clean for
clear visibility.
• Test the air conditioning system and
heating function so your vehicle is a
comfortable temperature when driving
and the windscreen can be effectively
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Many options in GLC
Mercedes-Benz range
MERCEDES-Benz has
a huge range of sport
utility vehicles. That is
no surprise, the market
is demanding cars that
cater for many roles –
family transport as well as
practicality.
The most popular SUV
in the luxury car maker’s
range is the GLC and, not
surprisingly, it is available
in a series which accounts
for eight variants. There
is a petrol-electric hybrid
model, a plug-in EV, and
those with the choice of
four, six or eight-cylinder
engines; there’s even a twowheel-drive
model.
However, most incorporate
the 4Matic system
which sends drive to each
corner.
It must also be noted that
the GLC is a series which
incorporates coupe-type
models as well as the traditional
SUV.
The entire GLC range has
just had a bit of a refresh,
there’s been a styling
change, and buyers now
have the choice of varying
suspension types, depending
on how the vehicle will
be used, and the surfaces
it is likely to travel on, on a
daily basis.
The range spans prices
from $87,600 to $187,400.
The vehicle this evaluation
focuses on is GLC 300,
a mid-range SUV which
lists at $102,500 in standard
form.
The 300 effectively replaces
the 250 from a year
or two back. Put simply,
the four-cylinder turbocharged
petrol engine has
had a power and torque
increase, up from 155kW
and 350Nm to 190kW and
370Nm.
The increase doesn’t affect
the silent and smooth
operation of the 2-litre, four
cylinder unit. It is a highperforming
engine but it
does everything without
making a fuss, it searches
the rev band well but works
fluidly through the midrange,
maximum torque
arrives at 1800rpm and
spreads to 4000rpm, and
with peak power arriving
at just 5800rpm there is no
drop-off in performance.
A lot of that is also garnered
through the seamless
flow of gearing courtesy
of a nine-speed automatic
transmission.
This engine is a powerhouse
through the whole
acceleration process, it
will cut out a standstill to
100km/h time of 6.1sec,
and will make 120km/h
from 80km/h in 3.8sec.
Steering wheel-mounted
paddle shifters will assist
the driver if he/she decides
to take control over the acceleration
process.
MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300: Boost in power for 2020.
It wouldn’t be a worldclass
engine unless you
get the benefits of thrifty
fuel usage, and that is certainly
the case in the 300.
It is rated by Mercedes-
Benz with an 8.1-litre per
100km combined cycle
average.
These figures are all quite
remarkable for a vehicle
which weighs in a little
tubby at 1804kg, but the
point is that the engineering
which is coming out of
European factories at the
moment is at the forefront
of technology, and the
GLC is just one example of
performance and economy
all rolled into one.
• Price – Mercedes-
Benz GLC 300,
$102,500
• Dimensions –
Length, 4656mm;
width, 1890mm;
height, 1639mm
• Configuration
– Four-cylinder,
four-wheel-drive,
1991cc, 190kW,
370Nm, nine-speed
automatic.
• Performance –
0-100km/h, 6.1sec
• Fuel usage –
8.1l/100km
Time was a little against
me on the day I went testing
and I didn’t venture
as far as I would normally
travel in an evaluation car.
However, on the roads west
heading home through
Burnham and Lincoln I got
a thorough understanding
of the GLC’s behaviour on
the seal, and I enjoyed its
nimble and agile nature
given that it is a mid-size
SUV.
Riding on huge 20in Pirelli
rubber, there is positive
steering feel and unyielding
grip, while the suspension
settings are a mixture of
what is required to keep
gravitational movement
contained in a corner, along
with the ability to absorb
the ruts and bumps which
make up as fair hunk of
Canterbury’s roads.
As you would expect
from Mercedes-Benz, the
GLC is full of luxury appointments,
it has the kit
to make you feel you have
bought a lot of car, and it
is intensely comfortable to
ride in, even for five occupants.
One of the standout
features is the voice recognition
operating system
which takes command over
many of the in-cabin functions.
By opening with “hey
Mercedes’’ you can instruct
the vehicle to do many of
the adjustments you would
normally do by hand. This
could well be seen as a
safety device allowing the
driver’s hands to remain on
the steering wheel and to
keep concentration on the
road ahead.
Safety has been at the
forefront of Mercedes-
Benz’s manufacturing
operation for as long as
I can remember, and the
company’s entire range has
a high ingredient of builtin-safety
features. The GLC
is brimming with all the
electronic functions which
are not far from offering
autonomous operation.
Some of them I could do
without, but the automotive
world is demanding vehicles
intervene on their own
accord if collisions seem
imminent and Mercedes-
Benz has answered that
call.
The GLC is just another
example of what make
Mercedes-Benz so desirable
as a manufacturer. The
company has recognised
that buyers want plenty
of choice and the GLC
coupe and SUV options are
extensive.
Personally, I’d be opting
for the 63 S, just the
thought of that thundering
V8 under the bonnet is
enough to make my heart
race.
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fast facts about
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Distance/time from Christchurch CBD:
25km, 30 minutes by car, 43 minutes by bus.
Time expected to be significantly less when
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15 minutes walk from Falcon’s Landing to
Rolleston township.
Falcon’s Landing zoned schools:
Rolleston Christian School
Clearview Primary School
Rolleston College
Lemonwood Grove School
Medical Facilities:
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Week commencing WeDneSDAY, 20TH mAY ,2020
Falcon Good Commercial
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Once in a blue moon an opportunity presents
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46 Branthwaite Drive, Rolleston
Deadline Sale:
4pm, Wednesday 27th May
(unless sold prior)
Brendan ‘Big Red’ Shefford
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Prebbletonn
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Section 4000m2 - 2.5 acres
Price $1.4M - $2.2M
Contact
‘Big Red’ Shefford 027 224 4733
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Rolleston
3-4 bedroom well maintained home
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Price $550,000 - $620,000
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3 car garaging
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Kirwee/Darfield
2 bedrooms
Price $300,000 - $400,000
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‘Big Red’ Shefford 027 224 4733
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com
Rolleston
3 bedrooms
1-2 bathrooms
Price around $415,000
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‘Big Red’ Shefford 027 224 4733
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com
Rolleston
3 bedrooms
1-2 bathrooms
Price around $440,000
Contact
‘Big Red’ Shefford 027 224 4733
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com
Lincoln
3 bedrooms, newish home
750m2 section plus
Any price range
Contact
Trina Rea 027 424 6901
trina.rea@raywhite.com
Rolleston
3-4 bedrooms
Must have 3 car garaging
Section up to 750m2
Price low $600,000’s
Contact
Nick Booth 027 306 3186
nick.booth@raywhite.com
Rolleston
3-4 bedrooms
1-2 bathrooms
Double garage
Price up to $450,000
Contact
Amanda Cherry 027 340 6955
amanda.cherry@raywhite.com
Rolleston
3+ bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Nice living
Price up to $500,000
Contact
Leisa Webster 027 722 5537
leisa.webster@raywhite.com
Are you considering selling? Do you have a property that matches one of these descriptions?
Contact us now for a no obligation appraisal
If you want to get SOLD, call us TODAY
Ray White Rolleston 347 9988 | Ray White West Melton 347 9933 | Ray White Lincoln 325 7299
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NEW LISTING
Hororata 2143 Bealey Road
“Arbourlea” - 72.33 hectares
Location, productivity and a wonderful environment is what sets “Arbourlea” apart from the rest. Situated on the
outskirts of Hororata Village, this wonderful location provides fantastic access to all the things outdoor enthusiasts
dream about - within a short drive to the rivers, lakes and mountains, yet only 40 minutes to Christchurch.
Beautifully established gardens with mature specimen trees surround the extremely attractive home with a wraparound
veranda. With renovations and refurbishments throughout, this fantastic home has large living and
entertaining areas. A vast range of farm buildings, irrigated via Central Plains Irrigation, this very-well-setup, simple
operation is designed for both ease of management and the ability to extract the best out of cashflow. With
excellent soil types and effective use of water within the CPW catchment.
bayleys.co.nz/5512019
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Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
12pm, Thu 28 May 2020
3 Deans Ave, Chch
View by appointment
Ben Turner 027 530 1400
ben.turner@bayleys.co.nz
Craig Blackburn 027 489 7225
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008
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Selwyn’s best value
lifestyle sections!
Sections from 640m 2- 6,000m 2
Priced from only $205,000
Site office open Saturdays & Sundays 12.00 - 2.00pm
1472 Springs Road, Lincoln | South of Lincoln University
For more information:
Natalie McLean
027 943 6413 natalie.mclean@harcourts.co.nz
verdecopark.co.nz
Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008
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Congratulations
to our top 20 sales consultants
Top
Mitch & Mana
02
Sue & Gemma Roberts
Our Top 20 sales consultants exemplify
everything Harcourts Four Seasons
believes in - experience, local knowledge,
professionalism, focus and commitment.
Their efforts in providing for their clients
have brought success after success.
Thank you to all our wonderful clients.
Four Seasons Realty
AWARDS
2019/20
03
Richard & Sue Woerlee
04
Harley Manion
05
Jackie Frame
06
Katie Harrison
07
Jan Green
08
Stevie Golding
09
Lisa Tippen
10
Caine Hopcroft
11
Victoria Thompson
12
Lyn & Nicholas Martin
13
Fergus Spain
14
Glen Young
15
Steve Alfeld
16
Jayne Martin
17
Christine Tallot
18
Gary McNicholl
19
Linda Veitch
20
Nathan Gilbert
Harcourts National & Canterbury End Of Year Awards 2019/20
Mitch & Mana
Harcourts Canterbury 2019/20
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2 nd
Richard & Sue Woerlee
Sue & Gemma Roberts
3 rd
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Sales Consultants
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NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
Boundary lines are indicative only
Boundary lines are indicative only
Prebbleton 212a Birchs Road
Sheffield Pig Saddle Road
Surplus to requirements - this
will be sold!
Our owners plans have changed, they are no longer
building on this site and immediate possession is
available. This 12ha property is superbly located a few
minutes from Prebbleton, zoned for excellent schools
and has easy access to the motorway for a quick
commute to the city. Two-bedroom double-glazed
cottage, well, driveway, three-bay hayshed and huge
extra-height shed. Equestrian fencing and partially
completed arena. Inner Plains zoning allows potential
subdivision. Offers options and opportunities.
bayleys.co.nz/5512190
2 1 1
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
1pm, Wed 10 Jun 2020
View by appointment
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
Recreation, stunning views
• Located only minutes from the Springfield Village
the gateway to ski-fields, lakes and mountains
• Approximately 130ha, currently the block is part of
a larger property and would generally carry
approximately 100 MA breeding cows
• A great mix of easier contoured lower paddocks
and gullies suitable for trees or regenerating natives
and some higher tussock country
• A fantastic opportunity to own your own hunting
block with a great duck pond already in place
• A solid asset in a great location, close to amenities,
with Darfield only a short drive down the road
bayleys.co.nz/5512160
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
12pm, Thu 4 Jun 2020
3 Deans Ave, Chch
View by appointment
Ben Turner 027 530 1400
ben.turner@bayleys.co.nz
Craig Blackburn 027 489 7225
craig.blackburn@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008
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Property Brokers Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 6 Tennyson Street Rolleston rolleston@pb.co.nz Office 03 929 0306
Country Luxe + Accommodation
A Rare Find BUYERS $305,000+
WEB ID LEU75924
LEESTON
1/14 Mountain View Place
If you are looking for `ease of living` or a `lock-up and
leave` property, then this gem is worth a look. On offer
here is a spacious open plan living/dining and kitchen
area with loads of natural light. There are two generous
bedrooms with built-in robes.And a centrally positioned
bathroom and separate toilet to add to the functionality
of this home.
VIEW By Appointment
WEB ID DFL75733
SHEFFIELD
101 Bulls Road
Exuding classical elegance with contemporary flair
comes a fully renovated family home without compare
in peace, privacy and relaxing panoramic rural outlooks.
If entertaining's a top priority you'll love the huge open
plan kitchen grouped around a socially centred island
with natural flow through dining and lounge where
ambiance is enhanced by a rustic wood burner on a wetback
supported by under-floor heating in tiled zones.
NEW LISTING
DEADLINE SALE
View By Appointment
DEADLINE SALE closes Wednesday 17th June, 2020 at
4.00pm, (unless sold prior)
Amy Jones
Mobile 021 077 9945
amy.jones@pb.co.nz
Shar Simon
Mobile 027 555 0654
shar@pb.co.nz
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Penny Dadson-Clausen
Mobile 027 895 5943
Office 03 929 0306
pennyd@pb.co.nz
Noel Lowery
Mobile 027 432 8859
noell@pb.co.nz
So Worth Waiting For $535,000
WEB ID DFU75307
DARFIELD
4 Thornton Street
Only once in a while does a home with such inimitable
style grace the listings and its taken 27 years for this
sunny character-packed honey to present for
acquisition.
• Light-infused kitchen
• Well-connected dining and lounge
• Pioneer wood burner
• Peaceful covered veranda
• Second patio with bbq/pizza oven
• 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
• Raised beds, garden sheds and flower gardens
• Grow tunnel
VIEW By Appointment
Shar Simon
Mobile 027 555 0654
shar@pb.co.nz
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REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS
7 Campion Place, Halswell
7 Spencer Close, Rolleston
OFFERS OvER $539,000
Contemporary and Compelling
Ease of living is fundamental in this four-bedroom
family home that enjoys a peaceful cul-de-sac
location.
The kitchen makes a stylish statement with its sleek
cabinetry & striking splashback, and a separate
lounge delivers flexibility & presents a superb
setting for entertaining. A paved patio extends from
both the formal lounge and open plan zone, and
it overlooks the garden, which is extremely lowmaintenance
and fully fenced for peace of mind.
Neighbouring Beaumont Park provides families
with all the space they crave, while the multitude of
amenities in Rolleston are only a short drive away.
Contact Mike today for more information.
OFFERS OvER $499,000
Natural Charm & Complete Comfort!
**Set Sale: all offers to be presented 5pm, 21st May (unless sold prior)**
Striking the perfect balance between form and function, this superb three double bedroom home
showcases space and style within a leafy Halswell setting.
Great presentation and neutral décor is appealing in the sun-lit open plan dining area and lounge which
cleverly interacts with the modern kitchen. A sizeable deck extends off the dining area, & a gate in the
fence leads to the Westlake reserve grounds behind the property - perfect for walks, running or a great
extension to the backyard that someone else looks after!
A cul-de-sac location and reserve boundary promise peace and privacy, with convenience also assured
courtesy of proximity to the countless amenities in Wigram and Halswell. Do not delay - this property
will attract considerable attention. Contact Mike for more information today.
42 Rossington Drive, West Melton
By NEGOtiAtiON
Spectacular Style AND Work From Home!
Undeniable style and substantial proportions unite
at this exceptional family home. With the single level
floor plan totalling 294m² & a 3 car garage with drive
through & separate pedestrian access to the front,
this property has been set up to have an extensive
work-from-home office in part of the garage. It has
had the ducted air conditioning plumbed in, office
lighting & the walls insulated with double glazed
access door and loads of off-street parking.
With a sleek kitchen, 2 separate living rooms, a mix
of open & covered outdoor patios & four bedrooms,
all set on 2100m² this home offers both lifestyle &
sophistication. If you need to house the family &
work from home in a private easy commute distance
to city & have a budget in the 800’s, then you need
to contact Mike now for a time to view.
68 Rolleston Drive, Rolleston
0800 645 346
www.oneagencyres.co.nz
Mike Goatley
027 249 5561
Elyse Campbell
021 187 6217
Nicola Curtis
Administrator
Julz Sibbe
Administrator
Real Estate Specialists Ltd Licenced REAA (2008)
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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
Unique has a new meaning!
NEW LISTING
WIGRAM
99 The Runway
This Family sized home is sure to impress! Showcasing
uncompromised quality and outstanding levels of
comfort, this 3 year old, four-bedroom home strikes the
perfect balance between style and function. Designed
with space, comfort and everyday ease in mind, the
kitchen provides the perfect platform for entertaining
and comes with a large pantry, top of the line Bosch
appliances including a Combination Steamer and oven,
Pyrolytic Oven, dishwasher and a 90cm Multi-zone
Induction Hob. The spacious formal lounge with it's
feature ceiling is the ideal place to put your feet up at
the end of the day, while the light filled dining and living
areas interact effortlessly with the flow through to the
extensive decking, providing you with a covered area,
complete with a gas fire and bar fridge, perfect for
alfresco occasions. Situated in the sought after location
of Wigram, with only a short walk to ‘The Landing’
shopping centre, this immaculate home should seriously
be considered.
WEB ID ROU75946
VIEW By Appointment
DEADLINE SALE closes Tuesday 9th June, 2020 at
4.00pm, (unless sold prior)
Tanya Marillier
Mobile 027 383 3844
tanya@pb.co.nz
DEADLINE SALE
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Beautiful on Billington!
HALSWELL
12 Billington Drive
Looking chic and ready for its new owners, this 220sqm
home occupies a sunny 550sqm corner section in the
coveted precinct of Country Palms. A large open plan
kitchen over looks the spacious dining / living areas and
flows generously to the outside, private secluded patio.
The separate lounge is ideal for quiet movie nights and
also opens to its own patio. Accommodation is offered
by four bedrooms, complemented with a separate toilet
and two exquisite bathrooms, one of which is the
master ensuite, complete with tiled showers. The master
also benefits from it's own private patio - ideal for an
early morning coffee.
pb.co.nz
The separate laundry and additional storage cupboards
will also ensure that you have enough space for all those
things you'd like to keep out of sight.
Located in this peaceful neighbourhood, the property
benefits from zoning for Halswell School and is a short
drive from the various amenities in and around Halswell
Shopping Centre. Call Tanya today.
NEW LISTING
VIEW By Appointment
WEB ID ROU75876
DEADLINE SALE closes Tuesday 2nd June, 2020 at
4.00pm, (unless sold prior)
Tanya Marillier
Mobile 027 383 3844
tanya@pb.co.nz
DEADLINE SALE
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Smart design and handy location
NEW LISTING
ROLLESTON
116 Broadlands Drive
Stop looking and start living in this beautiful home
which is offered for 1 lucky purchaser to start calling
home!
oven, various lighting options and amazing walk in
pantry are just a few of the details on offer to satisfy the
master chef or entertainer of the family.
VIEW Sunday 24 May 2.00 - 2.30pm
WEB ID ROU75821
BUYERS $659,000+
With stunning street appeal using top quality materials
and finishes, you are going to love the extra features this
striking 4 bedroom home offers. The open plan kitchen
dining living with A framed ceiling offer a point of
difference with its large feature window which soaks up
the afternoon sun.
The stylish kitchen with stone benchtops, 90cm hob and
If space is what you crave, the separate lounge will not
disappoint and offers great outdoor flow to enjoy the
summer evenings.
My vendor is serious to sell and has priced this
accordingly. This is definitely, quality & style at an
attractive price. Viewing will not disappoint. Call Angela
now to set up your inspection.
Angela Hunt
Mobile 021 548 777
angela.hunt@pb.co.nz
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More for Less!
$369,000
WEB ID DFU75815
DARFIELD
24 Torlesse Crescent
An address to impress in quiet and private Torlesse
where first-time family buyers can get in the game in a
unique and easy-to-keep A-Frame. Packed with quirky
character over 120 light-filled squares featuring upper
level master bedroom and balcony plus one double and
third double bedroom, bathroom and separate toilet
below. Integration between modern kitchen, dining,
lounge and expansive sunny decking seamlessly unifies
indoor/outdoor living.
VIEW By Appointment
An educated Opportunity
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Shar Simon
Mobile 027 555 0654
shar@pb.co.nz
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Spacious and sunny
BY NEGOTIATION
WEB ID LIU75217
LINCOLN
34 Caulfield Crescent
Our owners decision has been made, they have found
their dream home and are keen to see a Sold sticker.
Built in 2015 this lovely property was designed with
spacious formal and informal living in mind and will
accommodate the whole family both inside and out. The
configuration of the fourth bedroom is positioned
perfectly if you work from home or have a teenager
wanting their own space. Close to playgrounds, schools,
bus stop and an easy walk to Lincoln township.
VIEW By Appointment
WEB ID DFL75263
GLENTUNNEL
275-281 Whitecliffs Road
GUIDELINE PRICE: OFFERS OVER $282,000 PLUS GST
View By Appointment
BY NEGOTIATION
Dawn Pollard
Mobile 022 073 7580
Office 03 595 6954
dawn.pollard@pb.co.nz
Nicola Bray
Mobile 027 755 8846
Office 03 595 6954
nicola.bray@pb.co.nz
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The Old Malvern School located in Whitecliffs is now
available to start a new chapter.
Being sold "AS IS WHERE IS" Deadline Sale
• 5800sqm land area in four titles.
• School building with Heritage List as a Category 2
Historic Place
• Separate ablution block
Viewings are by Open to view and by appointment.
Jannetta Thomas
Mobile 021 256 6295
jannetta@pb.co.nz
Gareth Cox
Mobile 021 250 9714
Office 03 975 4506
gareth@pb.co.nz
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M-A
MATSON & ALLAN
REAL ESTATE LIMITED
‘The
Selwyn
Experts’
Residential
Lifestyle
Rural Property
Licensed REAA2008
ROLLESTON - 37B Masefield Drive
LIVE IT, LAND BANK IT OR DEVELOP IT
• 4347m 2 (approx.) subdivisible land
• Peter Ray Homes 277m 2 double glazed family home
• Four large double bedrooms, WIR, ensuite, bathroom
and separate toilet
• Spacious open plan kitchen, dining, living and
separate lounge
• Log burner with wetback
• Walk in pantry, study and separate laundry
• Immaculate established four seasons garden
• Double internal access garage with ample parking
options
• North facing aspect
Jo Barrett
021 859 006
jo@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
NEW LISTING
Open Home: Sun 1.30pm - 2.00pm
Deadline Sale: Closing 3 June 2020 (Unless Sold Prior)
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0718
ROLLESTON
714 East Maddisons Road
PEACE & TRANQUILITY ON 2001M²
• 230m² brick home
• Four double bedrooms, WIR, ensuite, bathroom,
separate toilet
• Office, triple internal access garage with third toilet
• Spacious open plan living and separate lounge
• Log burner, heat pump, double glazing, air exchange
and internal vacuum system
• Four seasons garden
• North facing aspect and parking for six plus vehicles
• West Rolleston and Clearview Primary School Zones
NEW LISTING
Viewing: By Appointment
Price: Neg Over $679,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0715
Jo Barrett
021 859 006
jo@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON - 62 Riverstone Drive
RARE FIND – HOME, UNIT AND FOUR
CAR GARAGING
• Superbly constructed in 2018
• Expansive 352m 2 executive home
• Home and one-bedroom unit
• Five double bedrooms
• Large master with ensuite and walk in robe
• Three living areas
• Designated study
• Premium kitchen with quality appliances
• Large butlers pantry
• Separate laundry
• Four car garaging
• Further additional parking for motor home and/or boat
• Desirable and popular location
OPEN HOME
Open Home: Sun 12.30pm - 1.00pm
Price: Neg Over $949,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0719
Jackie Derrick
027 636 3576
jackie@marealestate.co.nz
NEW LISTING
ROLLESTON - 12 Frame Crescent
SUPERB FAMILY LIVING ON A
SUBSTANTIAL SECTION
• Substantial family home
• Tw o separate living areas
• Four double bedrooms
• Large master bedroom
• Ensuite and walk in wardrobe
• Versatile study/office
• Well-appointed kitchen/reputable appliances
• Separate laundry
• Fantastic outdoor entertaining area
• Triple car garage
• Additional parking space
• Generous and secure 1486sqm section
• Desirable location
OPEN HOME
Open Home: Sun 2.15pm - 2.45pm
Price: Neg Over $699,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0717
Jackie Derrick
027 636 3576
jackie@marealestate.co.nz
NEW LISTING
ROLLESTON - 57 Shadbolt Lane
AS NEW AND SO AFFORDABLE
• A perfect starter package for first home buyers,
investors or retirees
• Built in 2015, this 159m 2 home is set amongst other
quality homes
• Four good sized bedrooms
• Large open plan living
• Outdoor dining on sheltered kwila deck
• Modern kitchen and appliances
• Tw o spacious bathrooms
• Heat pump
• Double carpeted garage
• Fully fenced 610m 2 landscaped garden
• Easy care
Price: Neg Over $520,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0720
Cameron McRae
027 7696 696
cameron@marealestate.co.nz
NEW LISTING
ROLLESTON - 2 Lucca Crescent
HIGH QUALITY STARTER
• Built by Generation Homes
• Three bedroom 135m² home
• Complete with modern appliances
• Excellent private outdoor living areas
• Generous 576m² 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
Price: $495,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0684
Andrew Taylor
0274 355 930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON - 20 Coles Lane
DYNAMIC IN EVERY WAY
• Energy efficient 268m 2 home
• Four bedrooms
• Tw o living areas
• High standard of fittings and fixtures throughout
• Walk in pantry
• Heat pump powered underfloor water heating
• Solar powered with capacity to feed back to the grid
• 56m 2 of wooden decking
• Three car carpeted garage plus utility room
• 2686m landscaped, irrigated and fenced section
• Sought after Coles Fields subdivision
Vendor considers all offers
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0709
Andrew Taylor
0274 355 930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
LEESTON - 42 Chervier Street
DESIGNED WITH FAMILY IN MIND
• Modern four bedroom home
• Stylish kitchen with butlers pantry
• Separate study and large attached garage
• Tw o bathrooms including ensuite off master
• Access to patio with sun shade
• 716m 2 fully fenced landscaped section
Price: $519,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0694
Stephan Knowler
027 229 9522
stephan@marealestate.co.nz
SOUTHBRIDGE - 12 Lee Street
ONE LOOK AND YOU WILL BE SOLD
• Extensively renovated home
• Three bedrooms with built in robes
• Separate living with gas fire
• Modern kitchen with new appliances
• Attached double garage
• Landscaped 1012m 2 section with studio
Price: $419,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0699
Stephan Knowler
027 229 9522
stephan@marealestate.co.nz
WEST MELTON - 478 Hoskyns Road
ROOM FOR THE EXTENDED FAMILY
OR INDEPENDENT FAMILY MEMBER
• 4 Hectares (2 road frontages)
• Main home - Four double bedroom family home
(270m²)
• Second home - Modern Two bedroom
• Established shelter belts and mature garden setting
• Close proximity to the thriving Rolleston Township
and all its amenities
Open Home: Sun 1.00pm – 2.00pm
Price: Neg Over $1,100,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA702
Chris Flanagan
027 433 4657
chris@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
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
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