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WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2020
Connecting Your Community
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Rolleston
Contractors
seek council
compensation
Page 3
Using
heartbreak
for good
Page 9
Carter - a great club man
• By Barry Clarke
DAN CARTER was the
consummate professional
as usual on Saturday as the
‘big names draw the big
crowds’ adage proved accurate
yet again.
Hundreds turned out for his
well-publicised return to rugby
at Southbridge, as he builds to
a Super Rugby comeback with
Canterbury rugby’s historical
arch rival, Auckland, or in the
2020 sense – the Blues.
But that seemed of no importance
as the fans swooped for a
glimpse of Carter, a selfie, pat
on the back or a handshake –
PHOTO: KAREN CASEY
including 19-month-old Joveci
Verevodi (above), a Southbridge
supporter who will no doubt
look back on the moment in
the decades to come.
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SELWYN’S Covid-19 heroes will
be recognised in a one-off initiative
to applaud the huge efforts made by
people during lockdown.
The district council has partnered
with the Selwyn Times and
Te Taumutu Rūnanga to launch
Selwyn’s Covid Heroes – a way for
the community to recognise the
many “amazing” people and organisations
that made a difference
during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Residents can
nominate an
individual, organisation,
business,
charity or essential
service which
made an outstanding
contribution
to the community
over the past few
months. Everyone
Sam
Broughton
who is nominated will receive a
Selwyn’s Covid Heroes certificate.
Mayor Sam Broughton said
the award is an opportunity for
individuals, families and the
community to say thank you to
the many remarkable people and
organisations that went the extra
mile during Covid-19 and the
lockdown.
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FOR SOMEONE who has all
of the trappings in life that
fame and fortune brings,
Dan Carter’s feet are firmly
on the ground.
Carter has proven time
and time again he is still a
country boy at heart, and all
round good guy.
On Saturday it was no
different when he returned
home for a blowout with
Southbridge in a bid to get
match-fit for the Super
Rugby campaign that lies
ahead, albeit with the
Blues.
I suppose we can forgive
him for that.
There was a huge crowd,
selfies were taken, and there
were pats on the back and
handshakes. The photo on
our front page today will no
doubt be a Verevodi family
treasure.
Those memories are
priceless.
– Barry Clarke
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Contractors seek
compensation from council
• By Devon Bolger
DISRUPTION from the
Covid-19 pandemic could see
contractors claim hundreds
of thousands of dollars in
compensation from the district
council.
Depending on the agreements
made, contractors can claim
money from the
party they have
been hired by
in compensation
for time
extension on a
project.
So far
contractors of
projects across
Jeremy Dixon
the district have made claims for
a total of $795,921.
Issac Construction has made a
claim of $678,243 to the district
council for the disruption the
Covid-19 lockdown had on the
infrastructure, roading and car
parking aspect of the Rolleston
Town Centre project.
Claims have also been submitted
by Apollo Projects as the
contractor of the Foster Park
Indoor Courts for $49,148.
A claim from Downer has
been made for the Lowes Rd
and Tennyson St intersection
upgrade project and is under
negotiation. A $23,732 claim
has been made for work on the
Health Hub by Naylor Love.
Said district council group
manager property Douglas
Marshall: “We expect the costs
will be covered by each project’s
contingency fund, but we will
not be able to confirm these
costs and the final breakdown of
payment until closer to project
completion.”
Issac Construction chief
executive officer Jeremy Dixon,
who is also the chairman of
Civil Contractors NZ’s Canterbury
branch, said: “We have
made a claim in line with our
contract conditions in regards to
not being able to work through
the Covid-19 lockdown.
“It now sits with the district
council to review our claim,
consider a response and then
negotiate to get to an end game.”
Said Mr Marshall: “Council
projects that were under way
comedy night
PROJECTS:
Claims have
been made by
contractors for
time disruption
caused by
Covid-19
including for the
infrastructure,
roading and car
parking aspect
of the Rolleston
Town Centre.
PHOTO: GEOFF
SLOAN
at the time of the start of the
level 4 lockdown or contracted
to begin during the lockdown
will require an extension of time
because of the restrictions under
level 3 and 4.”
Not all extensions of time have
a monetary impact.
Armitage Williams, the
contractor of the Selwyn Aquatic
Centre extension and Rolleston’s
new community centre and
library, Te Ara Atea, will not be
making a financial claim for the
projects, Mr Marshall said.
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Southbridge chief fire officer
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to the incident on Willis Rd at
7.25pm on Thursday. He said it
was an electrical fault that caused
the fire. Homes in Southbridge,
Leeston, Dunsandel, Little Rakaia
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District celebrates Covid-19 heroes
• From page 1
“Perhaps a local shop pulled
out all the stops to make sure
they were there for you when
you needed them, or someone
who helped keep you safe by
delivering your shopping,” he
said.
“Did a special teacher fill those
Zoom lessons with fantastic
content which helped your
children laugh and learn, or did
somebody simply keep in contact
with you to make sure you were
okay? This is a chance for us all to
say koia kei a koe – good on you,
you’re awesome.”
The awards have no categories
or conditions. Anyone who
lives in Selwyn you can make a
• By Devon Bolger
THE DOORS at the Darfield
Challenge were kicked in early
on Saturday morning all for a
handful of sweets.
Senior Sergeant Dean Harker
said a 15-year-old was apprehended
about two hours later.
The petrol station’s alarm was
activated at about midnight and
police used security footage to
identify and locate the teenager.
Challenge Darfield manager
nomination. Every nominee will
receive a certificate with their
name on it thanking them for
being such a great member of our
community.
A selection panel of Mr
Sandra Frazer said biscuits and
lollies were the only things taken
but extensive damage was done
to the front door.
“We don’t know exactly
how much yet but It will be
quite expensive to fix. They are
automatic glass opening doors.
“They were kicked in and pried
apart. It took about five or six
hours to fix.”
Staff from the service station
were left to secure the doors on
Saturday following the break-in.
Broughton, Liz Brown from Te
Taumutu Rūnanga and Selwyn
Times editor Barry Clarke
will also select four recipients
that represent the range of
nominations and invite them to a
Lollies and biscuits target for theft
“Once we opened in the
morning the doors were left wide
open so apart from being cold, it
wasn’t too disruptive.”
Senior Sergeant Harker said
the 15-year-old, who is from the
district, will appear in the Youth
Court in Christchurch.
Police believe the youth is the
only one involved in the incident.
The break-in follows a series of
burglaries at building sites in the
district.
• Police meet with builders, pg 7
Nominations are open until
July 27. Nominations can be
submitted online at www.
selwyn.govt.nz/heroes or
you can pick up a nomination
form at any Selwyn Library or
Service Centre.
ceremony to have their certificate
presented by Mr Broughton.
Clarke said the initiative was a
great one which the Selwyn Times
was privileged to be involved with.
“There were fantatstic things
done during the lockdown and
other alert levels which Selwyn
people should be proud of,” he
said.
Ms Brown said this is a great
way to acknowledge our many
unseen and unsung heroes.
“There’s a whakataukī, a
proverb that goes ‘Ehara taku
toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa
takitini, my strength is not mine
alone but that of the many’. As a
community and as a nation
we pulled together and looked
after each other when we
needed it most. Our collective
strength got us through some
tough times.
“It’s timely to pause and
celebrate our heroes, those that
helped feed us, who cared for our
families in need and checked in
on our elderly – those that went
out of their way to be kind and
thoughtful.”
DAMAGED: The doors at Challenge Darfield were kicked in and
pried open during the break-in on Saturday morning.
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Big attendance at mine meeting
• By Devon Bolger
A COMMUNITY meeting
to discuss the controversial
application to expand a mine in
the Malvern Hills drew in a big
crowd on Thursday.
Siana Fitzjohn said about 60
people were in attendance at the
meeting in Glentunnel last week.
The idea behind it was to
discuss Bathurst
Coal
Ltd’s proposal
to expand its
opencast coal
mine, known
as Canterbury
Coal Mine, at
Siana Fitzjohn Bush Gully Rd,
by 18ha.
“I honestly didn’t know what
to expect. I think it went very
well. There were lots of different
points raised and it was great to
all be in one room to discuss the
different facets of the issue.
“It was a very constructive
discussion. Overall the vibe that
was created was quite a good
one,” she said.
Malvern Hills resident Brian
Thomspon who opposed the
expansion in his submission also
attended the meeting.
“I feel the meeting was a good
open discussion and was handled
well,” he said.
One of the main points of
discussion at the meeting was
the retrospective element of the
consents.
Said Ms Fitzjohn: “There is
some uncertainty around what
is consented and what isn’t and
I think that really highlights
the problem of this process. We
don’t actually know clearly how
much [coal] has been taken out
without consent.”
Bathurst Coal Ltd is seeking
retrospective land use consent
for earthworks that already exist
as well as in the future at the site.
A district council’s report
on the decision for public
notification reads: “In 2017, the
applicant [Bathurst Coal Ltd]
was formally advised that resource
consent was required for
increased truck movements.
“The resulting application for
increased heavy vehicle movements
was lodged in 2018. During
that process, it became evident
that the increase in heavy
vehicle movements was directly
related to the increase in the volume
of coal being extracted, and
that the increased mine production
was not consented.”
After much discussion,
Bathurst Coal Ltd agreed to
prepare an application for the
CONTROVERSIAL:
About 60 people
attended the
meeting in
Glentunnel to
discuss the
expansion of the
Canterbury Coal
Mine last Thursday.
expansion of the mine, it says in
the report.
Ms Fitzjohn says she hopes to
continue the discussion with the
community going forward.
The application has proven
controversial with 547 public
submissions opposing the expansion.
Bathurst Coal Ltd did not
respond to questions from the
Selwyn Times.
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the Bathurst coal mine in the
Malvern Hills? Email your
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Aquatic
centre
closure
reduced
THE PLANNED shut down of
the Selwyn Aquatic Centre for
upgrade works has been reduced
from six weeks to a day.
The facility will close on July 13
as the power needs to be turned
off to complete the work.
It was initially scheduled to be
closed for six weeks during the
expansion and upgrade works.
However work was able to be
completed during level 3, reducing
the shutdown needed to one day.
The expansion will see a new
10-lane, 25-metre pool built,
more than doubling the facility’s
capacity and accommodating
increasing demand from
aquafitness, casual swimming,
deep water and other activities.
The structure of the new pool
has been completed with work
now starting on the building
surrounding it.
The new pool is due to open
in March next year and work to
upgrade the changing rooms,
staff and public areas and existing
leisure pool is due to be completed
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Dan the man once again for Southbridge
• From page 1
Carter filled his usual No
10 position as the club which
nurtured him swept away West
Melton 54-14 in the top of the
table Coleman Shield clash.
Though declaring himself a
bit rusty, he was sharper than he
thought, the 38-year-old having
a hand in two tries and playing
the full 80min. He also kicked six
conversions.
But any thoughts West Melton
might be a little gun shy of the
112-test All Black were put to rest
when hooker Jack Walsh nailed
him with a good old fashioned
body-and-all cruncher.
Carter got himself up off the
ground and rejoined the fray.
Water of a duck’s back. Just good
hard, country rugby.
“If anyone saw that game today,
I’d say myself that I’m a bit rusty,”
he told reporters after the match.
“It’s good to make the first step
in to potentially playing again.
I’m not sure if I could play at Super
Rugby level just yet. You leave
those kinds of decisions up to the
coaches.”
Carter will join the Blues later
in the week for the Super Rugby
Aotearoa top of the table clash
with the Blues at Orangetheory
Stadium on Saturday.
“Whether I play or not, I’m
not too worried. I’ll leave that
decision to (coach) Leon (Mac-
Donald) and the selectors up at
the Blues.”
A three-times World Player of
the Year and World Cup winner
in 2011 and 2015, Carter spent his
entire professional career in New
Zealand playing for the Crusaders.
He joined the Blues after stints
in France and Japan, but has not
played since February after Japan’s
Top League was shut down
due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Saturday was also notable for
other milestones.
Carter was made an honorary
life member at his last appearance
for Southbridge in 2014,
and after Saturday’s match he
was presented with his blazer by
his father Neville Carter. He also
turned out for the first time since
a schoolboy with his cousin Will
Carter.
And on another high note,
former Tongan international
Isileli Fine, played his 100th game
for Southbridge. The big lock was
in his usual commanding form.
• Coleman Shield wrap – pages
14, 15
ONE OF THE LADS:
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(Right) Isileli Fine walks with his
children as players and fans
celebrate his 100th game for
Southbridge.
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Heart of Rolleston takes shape
Rolleston’s new library
and community centre,
Te Ara Atea, is expected
to be the heart of the
township’s new centre.
Devon Bolger reports
A RANGE OF spaces and
activities will be accommodated
for in the building on Tennyson
St which will include a modern
library, meeting rooms,
performance spaces, workshops
and digital resources.
It will also have social spaces,
a community lounge area, as
well as arts, culture and heritage
displays and research facilities.
One of the key features in the
facility will be the museum-like
experience which will be used
throughout the facility to share
the story of the district and its
people, place and culture.
This will be done through engaging
objects and multi-media
interpretive displays.
Said a district council spokesman:
“The building will provide
a much-needed space for this
community to come together,
to learn, access knowledge, art
and cultural heritage resources,
build literacy, share stories and
develop their identity and sense
of connection, local pride.
“The facility will include
contemporary resources in a
modern environment that will
extend the programming and
activation provision for the
Rolleston Town Centre.”
The name of the community
centre and library, Te Ara Atea,
was gifted by Te Taumutu
Rūnanga and references an unobstructed
pathway to the world
of knowledge.
The facility will open onto
a spacious town square which
will provide areas for civic and
community gatherings, markets,
events, performances and informal
community interaction.
“The area has been designed
PROGRESS:
Rolleston’s
new library and
community centre
Te Ara Atea is under
construction and
is expected to be
complete in August
next year.
so that people can move freely
between the indoor environment
of Te Ara Ātea and the
outdoor spaces that encourage
community gathering, activities,
recreation and reflection.”
Armitage Williams is the
chosen contractor for the facility
which is expected to cost $420.7
million.
Construction on the facility
began in December last year and
is expected to be complete in
August next year.
The former Rolleston library
and community centre will be
repurposed into a centre for the
arts.
The idea was mooted at a district
council meeting in March.
It would encompass purposebuilt
spaces for the arts and
spaces which are fully designed
to meet the needs of arts activities.
Consultation on the future
use, capital investment requirements
and operating cost
implications of the Rolleston
Community Centre building
will be held in the 2021-31 Long
Term Plan process.
•HAVE YOUR SAY: What do
you think of the plans for
Rolleston’s new library and
community centre, Te Ara
Atea? Email your views to
devon.bolger@starmedia.kiwi
Police
meet with
builders
• By Devon Bolger
POLICE BELIEVE the message
has sunk in for construction
companies wanting to avoid
burglaries at their building sites.
A police meeting held on June
30, was attended by about 30
representatives of local building
companies.
Senior Sergeant Dean Harker
said: “We have gotten some feedback
that the companies have been
speaking with their tradesman and
letting them know all of the safety
measures they can use. I think the
message has sunk in for them.”
He said the main message from
police is they want the building
companies to report any theft
and to be more preventative
themselves to cut down
opportunities for burglars.
“Things like ensuring properties
are secure, builders gear and
appliances are kept out of sight
and identifiable where possible in
case they are stolen.”
Burglaries at building sites have
increased since the lifting of the
lockdown.
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Dry July mission: Using
heartbreak for good
• By Matt Slaughter
JENNY Underwood’s
husband Ross Hanson
lost a two-and-a-half-year
battle with prostate cancer
in May this year.
The couple were together
23 years and married for
10. Mr Hanson was 67.
The 69-year-old of Ladbrooks
is using her heartbreak
for good, cutting
out alcohol for Dry July
to raise money for other
New Zealanders like her
husband, who require support
during their cancer
treatments.
She had cancer herself
15 years ago and this is
the second time she has
participated in Dry July.
Said Ms Underwood:
“This year, I’m doing it
because my husband succumbed
to prostate cancer.
He was only diagnosed
two-and-a-half-years ago
and just had a particularly
aggressive one and he tried
really hard with all sorts of
alternatives as well as the
standard treatments, but
he lost his battle on May
15.”
She has raised about
$1100 so far.
“The response has been
very humbling and, of
course, I shed a tear every
time someone donates, really,”
she said.
Ms Underwood said Mr
Hanson would be very
proud of her fundraising
efforts.
“He’d be particularly
proud because once he
was diagnosed he really
put an awful lot of effort
into trying to stay here and
he also supported others,
MISSION: After losing her husband to prostate cancer,
Jenny Underwood is raising money during Dry July
for others going through cancer treatments.
PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
you know, who were going
through their various journeys
with cancer, whether
it was support people, or
whether it was people with
cancer themselves.
“He’d be really pleased to
see me not having a drink
as well, you know, because
we all know the harmful
effects of alcohol,” she said.
In spite of not being
a huge drinker, Ms Underwood
has about four
glasses of wine a week and
she said it has been challenging
cutting drinking
from her routine.
“It’s been hard in a
physical sense. At 6pm,
it would be nice to have a
glass of wine while you’re
getting dinner or whatever,
especially in the winter.
“In terms of doing it,
It’s actually made me feel
stronger in myself, if you
know what I mean. It’s
like, I’ve got the strength to
do this, to do without that
glass of wine,” she said.
She said her four children
and Mr Hanson’s two
children have supported
her during her efforts to
go alcohol-free and raise
money.
They also played a significant
role in supporting
Mr Hanson throughout his
illness, she said.
As of Monday, the 7410
New Zealanders doing Dry
July had raised $461,571
for those affected by
cancer.
To donate to someone
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Plans for Hororata
Reserve released
RESIDENTS CAN have
their say on the proposed
plan for an upgrade of one
of New Zealand’s s oldest
reserves.
The district council and
Go Hororata are working
with Hamish Shaw Architects
and project partner
Canopy Landscape Architects,
to develop a master
plan for the Hororata
Reserve.
The plan also includes a
concept and location for
the possible new Hororata
Community Centre.
The Hororata Reserve is
one of the biggest and oldest
reserves in the country.
It is believed the land
was vested to the community
by the owner of
Hororata Station, John
Cordy, in the 1870s.
Architect Hamish Shaw
said: “The plan is the
result of 11 months of
work by the project team,
including a public workshop
and other discussions
with the community
and groups that use the
reserve
“The purpose of the
master plan is to look
forward 10 to 20 years and
make sure that the reserve
continues to be developed
to serve the community.’
Mr Shaw said completing
the reserve master plan
at the same time as beginning
the early concept
planning for the Hororata
Community Centre allows
them to look at the big
picture.
The community is
invited to submit their
feedback on the Hororata
Reserve Master Plan
through the online form
at: www.selwyn.govt.nz/
hororatareserve. Feedback
must be submitted by
Friday, July 24.
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Independent member
appointed to subcommittee
AN independent
member has been
appointed to the
district council’s
audit and risk
subcommittee for the
first time.
Analisa Elstob, a
chartered accountant
with 20 years’
experience in global
risk management, has been
appointed for a four-year term
to the subcommittee.
The subcommittee provides
oversight of the district council’s
finances and compliance
Analisa Elstob
with legislation, policies
and procedures,
as well as identifying
and addressing risks.
Elstob is the first independent
appointee
to the subcommittee.
The appointment
of an independent
member to local
government audit and
risk committees is strongly
recommended by the Auditor
General and by the Productivity
Commission to provide
more skills and independent
advice.
Elstob is a director of the
Canterbury Cricket Association
and chairwoman of its
finance, audit and risk committee.
She has also worked in
executive roles at Ngāi Tahu
Holdings, Central Government,
and Ernst & Young.
Said district council chief
executive David Ward: “Ms Elstob
brings a fresh view point
and a wealth of skill to the
position, which was important
when considering the council’s
finances and making sure
money was spent wisely and
risks to the council lowered as
much as possible.
“It’s a real positive for the
district to have someone of
such a high calibre of experience
and skills coming on
board to support us,” he says.
“Ms Elstob will bring a fresh
and independent view to the
subcommittee.
“She showed an in-depth
knowledge of the issues
the district and the council
face, and will bring valuable
insights into how we can
improve in the way we work to
manage those risks.”
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Borrowing
boost for
council
THE DISTRICT council has
received a significant boost as it
battles with the financial fall out
from Covid-19.
The Local Government
Funding Agency which finances
council’s across the country has
increased the amount which local
authorities can borrow.
The agreement means councils,
like the district council, with a
long-term credit rating of “A”
or higher can increase their
borrowing ratio of 250 per cent
net debt to revenue to 300 per
cent until 2022.
Last week it was announced the
district council has received an
AA+ credit rating – equal to the
highest credit rating given to any
council in the country.
The district council is expecting
to borrow an additional $30 to
$50 million this financial year to
cover the costs of major projects.
A district council spokesman
said the amount is dependant on
the speed of the capital projects
programme.
Earlier this year the district
council sought five individual
loans, each $5 million, bringing
the total debt to $35.2 million.
Weed strikeforce fighting back
NATIVE vegetation at Lake
Ellesmere is getting a boost
due to the work of the weed
strikeforce team.
Grey willow, yellow flag iris,
reed canary grass, blackberry,
elderberry and gorse have been
the targets of Department of
Conservation rangers recently as
part of the Whakaora Te Waihora
restoration programme.
The most
recent target
for the crew of
five is stopping
the spread of
seed-producing
female grey
willow trees
David Murphy
around the
edges of Lake
Ellesmere.
The team reported that all
willow and weed control targets
for the last financial year were
met, with willows and weeds
controlled over 794.5ha.
Selwyn-Waihora zone programme
implementation lead
David Murphy said in terms
of visible results, the project is
second to none.
“This is one of the biggest
bang-for-restoration-buck
projects around because once
the willows and weeds are controlled
on the lakeshore, natural
regeneration occurs.
BOOST: Weed strikeforce team members on a day of weed control at Lake Ellesmere which
aims to increase native vegetation in the area.
“Native plants will have the
room to grow well without
having to compete with the
exotic species, so at most sites
there is no need for planting
and the associated costs,” he
said.
The weed strikeforce team
is funded by Environment
Canterbury and has successfully
targeted weeds and achieved
conservation gains for Lake
Ellesmere over the past two
years.
DOC senior biodiversity ranger
Anita Spencer said weeds will
also be controlled in ecologically
sensitive areas of Lakeside and
Harts Creek Wildlife Management
Reserves.
“These sites are home to some
of New Zealand’s most special
and secretive swamp birds,
such as the australasian bitter
(matuku) and marsh crake
(koitareke). The weed strikeforce
team will help to stop the loss
of their native habitat caused by
willows invading wetlands,” she
said.”
Between spring and
autumn, when the team isn’t
controlling weeds, they support
the complementary one billion
trees project with the aim of
planting and maintaining
100,000 native trees around
lakeshore reserves over three
years.
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Farming community helps raise funds
for Kirwee Volunteer Fire Brigade
THE KIRWEE Volunteer Fire
Brigade received support from
the local farming community
that raised more than $3500
through the annual PGG
Wrightson and Ballance Agri-
Nutrients Cash for Communities
programme.
A barbecue was held recently
bringing the farming community
together to say thanks for supporting
the local brigade.
At the event, a cheque of $3742
raised through the Cash for
Communities programme was
presented to Kirwee Volunteer
Fire Brigade, chief fire officer,
Stuart Jones.
Mr Jones represents the hard
work and commitment shown
by the volunteer firefighters who
serve the Kirwee community.
He received the Queen’s Service
Medal in the 2020 New Year’s
Honours List for his services
to Fire and Emergency New
Zealand having been a firefighter
since 1974.
Mr Jones said receiving the financial
boost was a great feeling,
particularly as it was through the
community. “It gives us the tools
to provide a better service to the
community when they need us.
It’s all for the community.”
He said the brigade was always
fortunate with the high level of
community involvement they
receive.
“The Kirwee community find
out exactly what we’re funding
for and they come on board and
support us.”
Said Kirwee farmer Andrew
Brooker who attended the barbecue:
“The Kirwee Fire Brigade
is all run by volunteers, they’re
all good enough to give up their
time and leave their jobs, at all
hours of the day and night, and
we think it’s the least we can do
to support them really.”
The barbecue, held at the
Kirwee Fire Brigade, had a great
turnout with the local farmers
who nominated the brigade attending.
They were able to nominate
by purchasing participating
Ballance Agri-Nutrients fertiliser
through PGG Wrightson and
Fruitfed Supplies, earning $1
per tonne for the brigade during
spring 2019.
Representatives from the PGG
Wrightson’s Darfield store and
local Ballance Agri-Nutrients
staff contributed to this impressive
effort, encouraging local
customers to nominate the fire
brigade when purchasing fertiliser
during the specified time.
Rural communities throughout
the country can benefit
from the Cash for Communities
programme. The partnership
formed by PGG Wrightson and
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funds for charities and organisations
who provide valuable
support to rural communities
nationwide.
Since 2011 the programme
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In other fixtures this Saturday,
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Celebrating Selwyn’s
Covid heroes
Selwyn’s Covid heroes will be recognised in a new initiative recognising the huge efforts made by
people during the lockdown period.
The Council has partnered with The Selwyn Times and Te Taumutu Ru¯nanga to launch Selwyn’s
Covid Heroes – a way for the community to recognise the ‘amazing’ people that made a difference
during the pandemic.
If you know of an individual, organisation, business, charity or essential service that made an
outstanding contribution to your community over the past few months you can nominate them for
a Selwyn’s Covid Heroes certificate.
“This is an opportunity for the community to say thank you to those who went the extra mile as
we dealt with COVID-19 and the lockdown,” says Selwyn Mayor Sam Broughton.
Anyone who lives in Selwyn can make a nomination. Every nominee will receive a certificate with
their name on it thanking them for being such a great member of our community.
Four recipients that represent the range of nominations will be selected to receive their certificates
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For information and to make a nomination visit www.selwyn.govt.nz/heroes or pick up a form at
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Feedback sought on plans for Hororata Reserve
A proposed new plan for the Hororata Reserve has been released for people to have their say.
Selwyn District Council and Go Hororata are working with Hamish Shaw Architects and project partner
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The community is invited to submit their feedback on the plan through the online form at selwyn.govt.nz/
hororatareserve by Friday 24 July.
The plan is the result of 11 months’ work by the project team, including a public workshop and other
discussions with the community and groups that use the domain, Hamish Shaw says.
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engage with it in their own time.
The purpose of the Master Plan is to look forward 10–20 years and make sure that the Reserve
continues to be developed to serve the community, including a possible site for the planned Hororata
community centre he says.
The Master Plan has looked to further
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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.
Leeston Road and Old Bridge Road intersection is being upgraded. Traffic management is in place.
Trents Road is closed heading south east away from Springs Road while upgrades are made to the
sewer system.
Leeston Road and Brookside Irwell Road intersection is being upgraded. The intersection is closed to
traffic exiting Brookside Irwell Road and a stop/go system is in place for traffic turning from Leeston
Road into Brookside Irwell Road.
Repairs are being carried out on Hartleys Road, traffic management is in place.
Road works are in progress on Norman Kirk Drive, with stop-go controls and lane diversions in place.
Experienced, independent voice
to support Council
The Council has appointed an experienced, independent director to
its Audit and Risk Subcommittee.
Analisa Elstob, a chartered accountant with 20 years’ experience in
global risk management has been appointed to the subcommittee
for a four-year term.
The Audit and Risk Subcommittee provides ongoing oversight
of the Council’s finances, compliance with legislation, and policies
and procedures, as well as identifying and addressing risk.
Ms Elstob is the first independent appointee to the subcommittee.
The appointment of an independent member to local government
audit and risk committees is strongly recommended by the Auditor
General and the Productivity Commission to provide additional skill
and independent advice.
Ms Elstob is a Director on the Canterbury Cricket Association and
Chair of its Finance, Audit and Risk Committee. She has worked
in executive roles at Ngāi Tahu Holdings, Central Government, and
Ernst & Young.
Council Chief Executive David Ward says Ms Elstob brings a
fresh view point and a wealth of skill to the position, which was
important when considering the Council’s finances, making sure
money is spent wisely and risks lowered as much as possible.
“It’s a real positive for the district to have someone of such a high
calibre of experience and skills coming on board to support us. She
has shown an in-depth knowledge of the issues we face and will
bring valuable insights into how we can improve in the way we work
to manage those risks.”
Time to register your dog
It’s that time of year again when all dog owners must ensure their
dogs are registered.
Dog registrations are due from 1 July, with discounted registrations
fees available for July. A re-registration notice should have arrived
in your inbox or letterbox. Payment can be made online, by internet
banking, at a Council service centre, or using the prepaid return
envelope provided with your registration form.
All dogs older than 3 months must be registered every year (July–
June) as per the Dog Control Act 1996. It’s a $300 fine for an
unregistered dog.
Registration fees help fund the Council’s 24/7 dog control operation.
This includes community education, the Dog Smart programme
in schools, enforcement activities, operating the dog pound and
providing free microchipping for the district’s dogs.
If paid by 31 July 2020, the discounted registration fee applicable is:
· $10 Administration/Owner fee
· $35 for each dog owned by the same person and held at the
same locality.
Payment after 31 July 2020 the full
registration fee applicable is:
· $15 Administration/Owner fee
· $45 for each dog owned by the
same person and held at the
same locality.
A replacement dog tag costs $5 and
dog collars are available for $9–11
depending on the size.
If you have changed your email or
postal address since last year’s
registration, please contact Animal
Control on 0800 SELWYN (735 996)
so your details can be confirmed.
Selwyn Aquatic Centre
one-day closure
The Selwyn Aquatic Centre will close for a day next week for work as
part of the aquatic centre expansion.
The centre will close on Monday 13 July as the power needs to be
turned off to the full complex for the work. The centre was initially
scheduled to be closed for six weeks during the expansion and
upgrade works. However, work was able to be completed during
the Level 3 lockdown period meaning the shutdown was able to be
reduced to one day.
Council Call
Selwyn District Council
Norman Kirk Drive, Rolleston
Ph 0800 SELWYN (735 996)
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
NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT
TO EXTEND KIRWEE
RESERVE
Under section 168A(4) of the
Resource Management Act
1991 Selwyn District Council has
made a decision to confirm the
Notice of Requirement to extend
the Kirwee Recreation Reserve.
The decision is to designate
approximately 6.5ha of land
adjacent to the existing
Kirwee Recreation Reserve for
Recreation Reserve Purposes.
The decision on the Notice of
Requirement may be inspected
electronically during opening
hours at any of the Council’s
service centres or libraries.
Rights of Appeal on this decision
are outlined in Section 174 of the
Act but are only available to the
Council and persons who made
a submission. Appeals must be
lodged with the Environment
Court within 15 working days of
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
Malvern Community Board
drop-in session
this notice of decision.
Any questions on the process
or the decision can be directed
to Ben Rhodes at the Selwyn
District Council on (03) 347 2824.
DOG MICROCHIPPING
This free monthly service is
available on Friday 17 July at the
following places:
· Lincoln Library 9–9.30am
· Leeston Library 10.15–10.45am
· Darfield Library 11.30am–12pm
· Rolleston Council offices
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.
13 July 3pm – 5.30pm
Doughboys Café, Darfield
Council
Wed 22 July 1pm
Rolleston HQ Offices
Malvern Community Board
Mon 27 July 4pm
Darfield Library/Service Centre
DISTRICT COMMITTEE
MEETINGS
Castle Hill Community Assn
Mon 13 July 6pm
Castle Hill Village Hall
Dunsandel Community
Committee
Mon 20 July 7.30pm
Dunsandel Community Centre
Glentunnel Community
Centre Committee
A love for permanent arts
If you have any questions
regarding microchipping, please
contact Tracey Wheeler on
0800 SELWYN (735 996).
U3A MALVERN MEETING
U3A Malvern is holding its next
meeting “Flights with a Different
Approach” a presentation by
Kurt Frauenstein on his wealth
of experience flying in Africa,
including over Angola during
the civil war there. The meeting
will be held Friday 17 July, at
Darfield Baptist Church.
ALCOHOL NOTICES
Neville Thomas and Joanne
Lisa Chapman Partnership has
applied for an on licence and
the renewal of an off licence.
Southern Spirits NZ Limited
has applied for an off licence.
Objections to these applications
are open until 7 July. For more
information go to selwyn.govt.
nz/alcoholnotices.
Tue 21 July 7.30pm
Glentunnel Community Centre
Greendale Recreation Reserve
Management Committee
Tue 14 July 7.30pm
Greendale Pavilion
Kirwee Community Committee
Mon 20 July 7.30pm
Kirwee Community Hall
Kirwee Recreation Reserve
Management Committee
Mon 13 July 7.30pm Sports
Pavilion, Kirwee Reserve
Lincoln Community Committee
Mon 13 July 7pm, Fitzgerald
Room, Lincoln Event Centre
Whitecliffs Township and
Domain Committee
Mon 13 July 7.30pm
Glentunnel Hall
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 Makkala Rose and Nick Noonan from Love Craft Atelier.
Tucked away off State Highway 75 in Tai Tapu, Love Craft Atelier tattoo studio will have their official
opening on 11 July.
Owners Makkala Rose and Nick Noonan recently bought a house near Akaroa and were looking for a
secluded stand-alone store close by.
Makkala saw the store vacancy in Tai Tapu and remembers saying to Nick, “I want to work there”.
A few months later they fitted the store with a tattoo studio in the back and gallery area in the front to
sell some of their art.
“It’s the perfect location. It’s a bit more off the beaten path and lots of our clients have enjoyed the fact
that it’s here and out of the city,” Makkala says.
The pair have worked in tattoo studios in New Zealand and around the world. For the past three years,
Nick was based in Auckland while Makkala traveled around the United States and United Kingdom,
returning here in October last year.
Throughout their travels, they won awards for their
tattoos and built up a large following on social media,
widely recognised for their high end distinctive tattoo
styles; Makkala in illustrative realism specialising in
florals and Nick in Japanese and realism tattooing.
“We’ve got people who’ve flown internationally and
people that have come from all sorts of different
places around New Zealand to get tattoos,” she says.
Many of their travelling clients end up staying for
a little holiday and as a way of supporting local,
Makkala and Nick give their clients a tour guide
leaflet with local cafés and activities.
Tattooing is more than just a job, they say, after ten
years of experience it is their ‘love craft’ and they
describe it as ‘permanent fine arts’, artwork someone
can carry with them forever.
Love Craft Atelier owners Nick and Makkala and
receptionist Ainsley.
Selwyn Events
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Discomania
The Station, Leeston, 6–7.30pm
Come and get your wiggle on at
this fun filled disco designed for
youngsters. Enjoy groovy music,
games and plenty of spot prizes, so
bring a friend and boogie the night
away! $2 per child, free for caregivers.
Suitable for ages 3 to 13 years.
Dinosaur Party
Leeston Library, 10–11am
Did you know that dinosaur fossils
have been found on all continents,
including Antarctica? Join us for a fun
celebration of dinosaurs. There will
be stories, songs and fun interactive
activities. Age 3+ years. Free.
Matariki Storytime
Darfield Library, 10.30–11am
Come along to our special storytime
and learn all about the legend behind
the seven stars of Matariki. Suitable
for 3+ years. Free.
Adult Book Club
Rolleston Library
Join other adults to chat about books.
Book discussion groups are a fun and
popular way to expand your reading
subjects, meet people and share your
thoughts and ideas.
Moviemania:
Frozen 2 and Toy Story 4
West Melton Community and
Recreation Centre and Lincoln
Event Centre, 2–4pm
Take a journey to magic’s source
with Frozen 2 in West Melton, or the
latest adventure for Andy’s beloved
toys with Toy Story 4 in Lincoln. $2
per child, $10 for a family pass for
two adults and two children. Book at
selwyn.govt.nz/kidsfest.
Light Up the Books
Light Exhibition
Lincoln Library, 7pm
With interactive displays and amazing
light shows, this free walk-through
event showcases art straight from our
collection of most-loved books.
All ages welcome.
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
0800 SELWYN
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Live, Love, Shop Local
West Melton
Restrictions no problem for
pharmacy staff and customers
The team at Unichem West Melton Pharmacy say they
are as glad as the rest of the country to now be at Alert
Level 1.
“The COVID-19 lockdown meant we all had to
change what we were doing,” says owner Chris Leggett.
“Even though the pharmacy was still open, there
were restrictions on who and how many people were
allowed to come into the store.”
Chris says all of these rapid changes meant that
the West Melton pharmacists administered ’flu
vaccinations in cars, prescriptions were delivered to
homes all over the area, and other items were taken to
people in their cars, with a portable EftPos machine
enabling them to pay.
Some pharmacies would split their staff in half
to reduce risk if someone got sick, Chris says.
“Unfortunately, we were never in that position due
to the numbers needed to cover things. The tireless
work of Natalie and Jo– doing extra hours, deliveries,
checking people at the door, all meant we could
function as close to normal as possible.
“The days leading up to Level 4 were the busiest
I have worked in any pharmacy in almost 20 years.
Between the prescriptions, phone calls, general
queries, it was beyond
anything I had seen
before.
“The people of
West Melton were so
compliant when being
faced with all these
changes. It made things
flow much more easily
and no-one was ever
grumpy or frustrated if
they had to wait,” Chris
says.
“We definitely don’t
want to go back to
a Level 4 situation
again. It would be so
demoralising for everyone after such an awesome
effort in getting to where we are as a country now.”
The Unichem West Melton Pharmacy, Shop 12,
736 Weedons Ross Road, West Melton, is open
Monday to Friday from 8.30am-6pm and Saturday
9am-1pm. Phone 347-0777.
Chris and Jo are pleased to
now be at Alert Level 1.
Everyone will be
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West Melton
Funds donated to local
service organisations
The Selwyn Garden Expo hosted by the West Melton
Garden Club took place at West Melton Community
Centre on December 1 last year, drawing crowds of
enthusiastic gardeners.
The aim was to showcase the Selwyn and
nearby areas, promote gardening, and bring the
community together by providing an entertaining
and informative afternoon. Organisers said it was
not intended as a fundraiser for the club, but thanks
to the support from locals and the success of the day,
they were able to make contributions to two local
organisations – $1,000 to the West Melton Volunteer Rural Fire Force and $1,000 to the St
John Ambulance Service Rolleston.
Fire Force Controller for the West Melton Volunteer Rural Fire Force John Doherty said
the donation was a surprise and he and his team were thrilled to receive it.
“It’s always good to get recognised – we are very appreciative.”
The money will be used to fund the upcoming awards dinner, at which fire service
volunteers are to be recognised for their contribution.
At least two members will receive the New Zealand Fire Brigades Long Service and
Good Conduct Medal.
This is awarded after 14 years of qualifying service and is a gazetted (official) medal. A
clasp is awarded for each additional seven years after that.
Forest & Rural Fire Association of New Zealand (FRFANZ) medals will also be given
out. It is awarded after three years’ qualifying service with an additional bar (clasp)
awarded for every three years after that. Three medals and 10 bars will be presented. “The
awards recognise the significant commitment and time the members have made to the
unit and local community,” John says. “To date we have had 74 call-outs for the financial
year.” St John Ambulance Service Rolleston has not yet decided how the donation will be
used, area secretary St John Selwyn Central Glenys Mitchell said. “We really appreciate the
donation and we will be putting it back into the Selwyn community,” she said.
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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.inaturalist.org/projects/backyard-biodiversity-bugs-in-my-lincoln-section
Destructive moth larvae
a household menace
A VERY common
cosmopolitan species
found throughout
New Zealand is the
brown house moth
or Hofmannophila
pseudospretella.
As their name suggests
they are more often found
inside than out and are
present as adults from
October to May.
They are smallish brown
moth with a 15-26mm
wingspan and two or three
distinctive darker dots on
each of their forewings.
Larvae feed on dry
organic detritus from
within a silk gallery
consuming carpets,
cereals, potatoes, rice,
seeds, dog biscuits,
clothes, furnishings, birds’
nests, dead insects and
MORE THAN $1000
was raised for Ellesmere
College from a student-led
book sale.
Thousands of books,
DVDs, magazines, puzzles
and records that were donated
by students and the
wider community were up
for sale at the school.
Student Margarida Dias
said they managed to raise
$1333 from the sale.
“This means it was a
worthwhile event and
something the student
council will be looking to
do annually.”
Margarida said they are
DESTRUCTIVE: The larvae of the brown house moth
feed on organic matter including natural carpet and
clothing fibres
dried skin.
Under some conditions
this species can cause
major infestations.
The duration of the
larval stage can vary from
hoping to use the money
raised from the book sale
to run a drive-in movie
event for students and the
community to enjoy.
“Another proposal
involves working together
with other schools for a
Selwyn District event,
which is very exciting.”
She said the Ellesmere
College student council
would like to thank the
students, parents and
members of the community
for all their support.
“Without that support,
our book sale could not
have been a success. The
71 to 145 days depending
on temperature.
Likewise pupae
development may take 13
to 98 days, while adults live
between seven and 12 days.
Fundraising success
at Ellesmere College
student council is now
looking towards the future
for our next fundraising
efforts.”
The idea behind the
book sale was to make
up for lost fundraising
efforts during the Covid-19
lockdown.
Margarida said the
lockdown brought big
challenges for the school.
“The student council
has barely had an
opportunity to come
together as a group, so we
had to re-think how we
could operate during the
lockdown conditions.”
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rolleston business hub
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Laser Electrical Rolleston:
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Since its inception Laser Electrical has
established a reputation for being “Totally
Dependable”. Their primary focus is on
quality work, great customer service and
accessibility.
As construction resumes after the
restrictions of Lockdown, residential
development in Selwyn commences.
Selwyn residents are fortunate to have this
highly professional company situated so
conveniently on their doorstep. Locally
owned and operated, Laser Electrical is
linked to the nationwide Laser operation,
giving their customers access to a wide
range of quality electrical products.
The placement of lighting, electric
sockets, and heating and cooling
appliances is a key aspect of any new home
design, and that’s where Laser Electrical’s
knowledge and experience comes to the
fore. They will discuss your ideas with you
and advise on the most appropriate
installation sites around the home.
Many of today’s home owners
want the convenience of an internal
vacuum system, as well as the latest
in home theatre, entertainment
systems and telecommunications
equipment; all areas where Laser
Electrical are up-to-date with
the latest technology and design
trends.
Chilly winter months can make
it extremely challenging to get
out of bed in the morning. Laser
Electrical’s skilled tradespeople
are extremely competent to undertake
everything you need to make your home
warm, safe and economical. Timers can
be fitted to your heating appliances so
they turn on when you want them to,
allowing you to get up to a cosy room in
the morning and arrive home to a s toasty
warm one after work. They can also set
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security system and heating to your mobile
phone.
Many electrical issues are more
persistent during our colder months.
Outdated wiring and electrical equipment
can be vulnerable to weather related
outages. Laser Electrical can offer advice
on any electrical issues for new or existing
homes.
Laser Electrical is a highly professional
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Laser Electrical Rolleston are located
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Navigational Rampage
West Melton, Friday,
10.30am-12.30pm
Gather points by
visiting control points
using a mixture of
rogaine, orienteering,
clues, photos and other
navigational techniques. It
is recommended you take
a mobile device and use
Google maps. Limited
GPS units will be available.
Suitable for 12 years
and younger, caregivers
required. $5 per child, free
for caregivers.
The Willows, West
Melton
KidsFest: Dinosaur
Party
Leeston, Thursday, 10-
11am
Did you know that
dinosaur fossils have been
found on all continents,
including Antarctica? Go
along for a fun celebration
of dinosaurs. There will
be stories, songs and fun
interactive activities. Age
3+ years. Free, no booking
requried.
Leeston Library
Matariki Storytime
Darfield, Thursday,
10.30-11am and Leeston on
Friday, 10.30-11am
Matariki signals the
Maori New Year and is
a time of celebration.
Go along to this special
storytime and learn all
about the legend behind
the seven stars of Matariki.
Suitable for 3+ years.
Leeston and Darfield
Libraries
Baby Sensory
Lincoln on Thursday 9.30-
10am, and Rolleston on
Friday 9.30-10am
Go along and share
interactive songs, stories,
sensory boards and
bubbles. These sessions
are designed to help
cultivate early language
and literacy, and support
the development of motor
skills from birth to one
year. Free, weekly sessions,
term-time only.
Lincoln and Rolleston
libraries
Rhymetimes
Rolleston ,Wednesday, 9.30-
10am, Lincoln, Tuesday
and Friday, 9.30-10am
Stories, songs, rhymes
and bubbles make up
this Rhymetimes session,
which is designed to
assist with early language
development. Aimed at
children aged one to three.
Free, weekly sessions,
term-time only.
Rolleston and Lincoln
libraries
JP Clinics
Rolleston, Monday, noon-
1pm and Thursday, 11amnoon,
Lincoln, Tuesday,
10am-1pm, Darfield,
Wednesday, 11.30am-
12.30pm
A justice of the
peace will be available
to members of the
community to witness
signatures and document
as well as sign citizenship,
sponsorship or rates
rebates applications.
Darfield, Lincoln and
Rolleston libraries
Unlocked exhibition
Lincoln on Saturday and
Sunday, 10am to 4pm
Head along to support a
dozen local artists whose
exhibitions were disrupted
by Covid-19. Running
until July 19.
Down by the Liffey
Gallery, 1 James St, Lincoln
Lego Club
Rolleston and Lincoln,
Wednesday, 3.30-4.30pm
and Darfield, Friday, 3.30-
4.30pm
Recommended for
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5pm each Wednesday
Go and get your wiggle on at the fun-filled disco designed for youngsters. Enjoy
groovy music, games and plenty of spot prizes. Take your own snacks. $2 per
child (pay at the door), free for caregivers. Suitable for ages three to 13. Thursday,
6-7.30pm at The Station, Leeston and Friday, 6-7.30pm at the West Melton
Community and Recreation Centre.
primary school-aged
children. Children under
eight years of age must
be accompanied by an
adult. Free. Drop in only,
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Rolleston, Lincoln and
Darfield Libraries
Markets
Rolleston Farmers
Market: Sunday, 9am-
12.30pm, 96 Rolleston
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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.
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.
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Ellesmere Road
Runners: Wednesday
registration from 5.45pm,
starts at 6pm. 3km or 6km
walk or run. Starts from
Leeston Physiotherapy.
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Tasty Bites
The humble cauli is a winter wonder
Check out these easy deepfried
cauliflower steaks with
lightly toasted ciabatta rolls.
Make these super simple
veggie burgers for a quick
dinner for four
Spicy cauliflower steak
burgers
Serves 4
Ingredients
½ cucumber, thinly sliced
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1 cauliflower, medium
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp plain flour, well seasoned
100g dried white breadcrumbs
2 eggs, beaten
Peanut oil for frying
4 ciabatta rolls, toasted/halved
4 tbsp hummus
Rocket, a small handful
Red pepper 4 slices
Hot sauce to serve (optional)
Directions
Toss the cucumber with the
vinegar and sugar, and leave while
you prep the burgers.
Put the cauliflower stalk-end
down on a chopping board.
Trim the ends off two sides
of the cauliflower then cut
the remainder into 2cm slices
through the root to make four
‘steaks’ (you can freeze the
leftovers for soup or cauliflower
cheese). Trim them down slightly
if they’re much bigger than the
size of the buns.
Divide the spices equally between
the flour and breadcrumbs in two
shallow bowls.
Dust each cauli steak in the
flour. Dip in the beaten egg then
coat in the breadcrumbs.
Heat 1cm deep of oil in a large
frying pan. Cook the steaks on
a medium heat for about 5min
each side until crisp, golden and
tender.
To build the burgers, spread the
top and bottom of each bun with
hummus. Add a few rocket leaves
then a slice of pepper. Top with the
cauli steak, some drained pickled
cucumber, and some hot sauce, if
using. Put on the tops and serve.
Our creamy cauliflower
soup is spiced with curry
powder for a low-calorie
veggie winter warmer
Spiced cauli soup
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 cauliflower, large (about 450g)
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tbsp medium curry powder
1 litre vegetable stock
100g Greek yogurt
½ lemon, juiced
Directions
Trim all of the florets from the
cauliflower and cut into chunky
pieces, keeping back two of the
nicer florets for later. Finely chop
the stem.
Heat the vegetable oil in a
large pan and cook the chopped
cauliflower florets and stem with
the onion over a medium heat for
10min, stirring regularly, until the
cauliflower is deeply golden.
Tip in the garlic and cook for
2min, then add the curry powder
and cook for 1min.
Pour in the vegetable stock
and simmer for 20min until the
cauliflower is starting to break
down. Stir through the yogurt,
then use a stick blender to whizz
until completely smooth.
Use a sharp knife or mandoline
to very thinly slice the two
cauliflower florets you kept back.
Gently toss them with a little
seasoning and the lemon juice.
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Wine
CONTINUING EDUCATION
‘Rogue vines’ stick
out like a sore thumb
Term 3 at Papanui
High School
• By Mark Henderson
VERY MANY years ago,
I helped friends plant out
their vineyard.
The bare vines were in
bundles of 25, the only clue
as to their identity the tag
that enclosed them.
It was only when they
first bore fruit that it
became apparent that there
were a number of “rogue
vines’.’
In a predominantly
pinot noir and chardonnay
vineyard, the random
gewurztraminer and pinot
gris vines stood out like
sore thumbs.
“Gris’’ means grey in
French and pinot gris has
a peachy grey hue that is
quite distinctive.
Next time you’re at a
winery near harvest time,
look out for them.
with pears, spices and a
deeper, guava-like note,
honeysuckle with aeration.
Delightfully creamy entry, a
fatness and richness to this
framed by spiced apple and
pear. A
citrusy line of acidity
runs through this adding
freshness to the long and
zesty finish. Lovely balance
and depth here.
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honey at first, builds with
aeration. Anise, clotted
cream, and pear initially,
some riper pear-cordial
notes with time. This is
light to medium-weight,
understated and not a
showstopper style yet has
appealing flavours and is
nicely done. Easy drinking
here.
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2019 Tohu
Awatere Valley
Pinot Gris
Whether you are wanting to learn
something new to improve your fitness,
to challenge yourself, for relaxation, or to
master a new skill Papanui High School
offers plenty of choices for everyone in
their Term 3 Adult Education Programme.
We offer a wide range of classes such as
cooking, crafts, languages, fitness and
photography etc . Our tutors are wellqualified
in their chosen field and wanting
to help make your learning experience
rewarding. We are confident regardless of
your age, or interest, you will find a course
that will give you the opportunity to
extend your personal skills and knowledge
and meet some new people in an enjoyable
friendly environment.
Our Term 3 classes begin week of 27
July and a full list can be found on our
website https://www.papanui.school.
nz/com-ed/categories for further
information and enrolment please email
Barbara Roper rpb@papanui.school.nz
or telephone our office on 033520701.
Price: $17.95
Rating: Very good to
excellent
2019 Putangi
Central Otago
Pinot Gris
Price: $24
Rating: Very good
Perfumed with talc, musk
& fruit blossom shifting to
pear and stonefruits. Racy
entry, toffee-apple notes
mingle with ripe pear,
the lively acidity giving
this freshness and zest. A
crisper, structured style that
looks a perfect foil for food.
Aeration sees this fatten up
and flesh out, suggesting
the best may be yet to
come.
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2019 Hawkshead
Central Otago
Pinot Gris
Price: $28.99
Rating: Good to very good
An appealingly perfumed
nose with rosewater and
lychee at first, shifting
to ripe pear. A rush of
sweet pear and spice on
the palate is leavened by
the bright acidity and a
little grainy element to the
texture, closing relatively
dry. Aeration emphasises
its gangly youthfulness
with a little sweet and sour
interplay making this quite
zesty.
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Enticing nose of pear,
fruit blossom, apple, dried
pineapple evolving. Those
flavours continue on the
palate, the fruit sweetness
reminiscent of ripe summer
fruits. Good intensity and
texture flowing to a long,
fruit filled, relatively dry
finish. Lovely balance
and integration offer very
appealing drinkability.
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2019 Te Kano
Central Otago
Pinot Gris
Price: $27
Rating: Very good
2018 Valli
Gibbston Vineyard
Pinot Gris
Price: $32
Rating: Excellent
A smoky nuance leads,
2018 Kono
Nelson
Pinot Gris
Price: $17.99
Rating: Very good
A fragrant yet somewhat
subtle nose of talc and dry
Engaging nose of mixed
stonefruits, apricot and
savoury nuances with
honey and blossom
appearing over time. Some
apple and cider notes add a
tart zinginess to the palate,
crisp acidity keeping it
fresh. This softens and
shows its sweeter fruited
side as the palate fleshes
out, hints of baguette and
bread dough joining in. Get
some air into this to open
it up.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
SELWYN TIMES
Learning returns
to the heart of
the city
The WEA is delighted to be opening
its doors again for the return of adult
and community educational classes
this coming term. During lockdown a
shortened programme of 20 online items
was offered free of charge. The 300+
registrations showed there was a real
desire to keep learning through the
crisis. Wendy Butcher from the CWEA
Council (governance team) said that
“for some of our members with limited
computer knowledge, learning online
was a huge challenge, we commend
those in our community who embraced
technologies like Zoom and showed
their determination to stay connected”.
Now that people can be back in the
building however, there is a real sense
of the importance of face to face
interactions: for learning, for depth of
communication and for well-being.
There is an exciting programme
of events and courses on offer,
from: Looking and Understanding
Polynesian Art to Understanding the
Treaty of Waitangi in 2020. To find
out more visit cwea.org.nz or pick
up a programme from 59 Gloucester
street in the central city.
89 year old
Ivan Hibberd –
participating in
a zoom class.
Christchurch
School of Music
The Chinese philosopher, Confucius
said long ago “Music produces a kind of
pleasure which human nature cannot do
without”. Playing an instrument has many
benefits and can bring a great deal of joy
to the performer and the listener. Studies
continue to prove that participating in
musical activities, has many positive
effects on the brain as well as a student’s
health and well-being. Some of the proven
benefits include:
1) Increased memory capacity
2) Improved language ability
3) Increased empathy
4) Improved self-confidence
5) Increased attention span and focus
6) Self-discipline
The Christchurch School of Music is
a family-oriented community aimed at
providing quality music education in and
around Christchurch.
On a Saturday morning the whole family
can find something to
suit. Preschool and
junior school children
can start their musical
journey by joining
in our “Take Off
with Music” classes
while older children and adults may
opt for lessons on a specific instrument
(including voice). Those who already play
are welcome to join in one of the great
ensembles which all take part in regular
concerts.
Age is no limit - our Late Starters
programme provides the opportunity for
adults to learn an instrument and join an
ensemble with other like-minded adults.
If Saturday isn’t an option, CSM also
offers a range of weekday opportunities
for learning and playing music and, if
affordability is an issue, CSM may be
able to offer a discount through funding
provided by the Rata Foundation and
CERT.
Term 3 starts on Saturday 25 July and
we can take new enrolments in most
instruments and ensembles.
Please contact us via our website www.
csm.org.nz and let us start you on a
musical journey that will bring pleasure
for a lifetime.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
Risingholme’s Adult and
Community Education
Courses for Term 3 2020
Did you have plans to learn something new in Term 2 but your plans were disrupted?
Did you develop a new interest during lock down and want to learn more?
Or have you simply missed getting out and about?
Enrolling in a Risingholme course maybe the
solution you are looking for. Risingholme has
over 89 courses on offer ranging from Art & Craft,
Exercise, Wellbeing & Health, Fabric Arts, Food
& Cooking, Languages, Music, Pottery and Wood
Crafts. Check out our website www.risingholme.
org.nz
Risingholme Community Centre is fully
operational, and we are currenting taking
enrolments for Term 3 courses starting the week
of 27 July. Due to the cancellation of our Term 2
programme, many of our courses for Term 3 are
almost full so don’t delay, enrol now to secure your
place.
We also have a number of new courses being
offered this term.
• Dollmaking Journey Course. Here’s your
opportunity to learn about the tradition and
therapeutic benefits of dollmaking using hand
stitching and all natural materials.
• Saturday Woodworking Course. Do you have a
wood project to make and not enough time – then
the Saturday Woodwork Course run over three
weeks may be ideal!
• Pattern Drafting Courses. Do you have a love
of sewing but want that perfect fitting garment?
Learn how to draft a pattern block to your own
measurements. Once you have your block learn
how to develop your own patterns – you won’t
be disappointed!
Our full range of courses and their
locations can be viewed on our website
www.risingholme.org.nz
If you have an enquiry, please do not hesitate
to email us at info@risingholme.org.nz or
telephone the office on 03 332 7359.
Course brochures are available at the
Risingholme office and CCC public libraries.
Spaces are limited in some courses, enrol now
and avoid disappointment!
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Adult and Community Education Term 3, 2020
Come learn with us
Risingholme Community Centre offers
a wide range of short courses, each term,
at a range of venues.
Risingholme Community Centre
Art (Creative Arts, Mixed Media, Watercolour, Painting with Acrylics,
Drawing & Sketching), Embroidery, Fabric & Craft Skills, Guitar, Pottery,
Sewing Skills, Upholstery, Using your Overlocker, Sewing Retreat, Yoga,
Wood Sculpture, Woodwork, Woodwork for Women, Zentangle, Printmaking,
Fermented Foods, Plastics Free, Te Reo Maori, Patchwork and Quilting, ESOL
Intensive Level 2-3, NZ Sign Language, Dollmaking, Pattern Drafting, Reiki.
Christchurch Girls’ High School
Sewing Skills, Te Reo Maori, Watercolour Painting, Drawing & Sketching,
German Language, Painting with Acrylics, Spanish Language, NZ Sign
Language, Pattern Drafting.
Hornby High School
Sewing for Beginners, Te Reo Maori, Crochet, NZ Sign Language.
Riccarton High School
Calligraphy, ESOL English Intermediate, Indian Cooking,
Italian Language, NZ Sign Language, Russian Language, Sewing Skills,
Spanish for Travellers, Te Reo Maori, Egyptian Cooking, Picture Framing,
Mediterranean Cooking, Yoga, Basic Photography.
Full details available on www.risingholme.org.nz
Risingholme office at 22 Cholmondeley Ave, Opawa, Chch
Phone 03 332 7359 | Email info@risingholme.org.nz
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Gardening
Plant now for spring strawberries
GOING INTO the middle of
winter, air and soil temperatures
are low, the soil is often very wet,
and frosts are in many parts of
southern New Zealand.
July is the main month for
planting new deciduous trees,
shrubs, fruit trees and roses, and
garden centres are now fully
stocked with these plants. Always
select high quality specimens
and plant correctly with plenty of
compost into the existing soil.
In the vege patch, continue
planting and harvesting broccoli,
brussel sprouts, cabbages,
cauliflower, silverbeet and
spinach. Where soil conditions
allow, you can start preparing the
vege garden for spring planting.
In late July, chop up and dig in
green manure crops like lupins or
mustard.
If you have roses, complete
your annual pruning, especially
on bush or standards that
produce flowers late into early
winter such as Icebergs.
Remove all dead and weak
growth, clean out the centre of
plants and prune to outward
facing buds. Add fresh compost
to the soil around the rose plant,
but do not fertilise until spring
arrives.
In warmer, sheltered areas,
TASTY: Strawberries take around four to six weeks to produce fruit. Plant around 20 to ensure good supply. Now is the time to
add compost to your roses.
citrus production should be
in full swing, with clementine
mandarins, lemons, limes and
navel oranges all now maturing.
Check your trees while picking
fruit for any overcrowding or
weak branches that should be
removed. Check for any root
stock growth and prune where
required. For colder climates, use
frost cloths to protect frost tender
citrus.
Give fruit trees a second winter
clean up. Spray with a copper
compound or lime sulphur to
kill any overwintering fungal
diseases.
Now’s the time to prune your
blackberries, boysenberries,
loganberries, or raspberries. Cut
out all old canes and any weak
spindly growth. New season
strong canes should then be tied
up on wires or fences to help
support this summer’s fruit crop.
Complete your strawberry
plantings this month. Purchase
new plants or obtain young plants
(runners) from the previous
season strawberry plants. For the
home garden, plant at least 20
strawberry plants to ensure plenty
of fresh strawberries for the
whole family.
Your hydrangeas may be
starting to look a little sad.
They can grow very large and
require heavy pruning
and thinning. Remove old wood
completely as there will be ample
new growth in spring. Make sure
you cut just above a node as it is
from here that spring growth will
appear.
Flowering winter shrubs
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Compact venue faces tough opposition
QUITE SIMPLY, I don’t
understand how it works, two
companies under the one umbrella
selling similar models.
I’m talking about Hyundai and
Kia, both of which have released
the Venue and Seltos respectively,
small sport utility vehicles that have
just landed in the New Zealand
market.
I’m a big believer in shared
product development and
componentry, it makes for cost
savings which then trickle down to
the customer, but these two models
compete in a tight market where
choices will be made solely on cost
and value.
Regular readers may recall
my Kia Seltos evaluation in late
March. The car in this review is
Hyundai’s Venue, and while both
share the same floorpan and many
similarities,there are plenty of
differing features such as exterior
design and drivelines.
The Venue also has a shorter
wheelbase than the Seltos, and
measures just 4m against the Seltos
at 4.3m. But therein lies a bit of a
trick, for those who definitely want,
or need, a small SUV then the
Venue is the pick.
It fits into a market where the
buyer will benefit from the easy
access up front and tall seat height,
it’s great for those in my generation
who are advancing in years. If you
don’t have young ones in tow or
seldom have rear seat passengers
and like the manoeuvrability short
cars offer, then the Venue has
advantages.
It also has a more traditional
driveline, its 1.6-litre engine is
paired to a six-speed automatic
gearbox, as opposed to the
continuously variable transmission
in the Seltos. And if you are already
thinking that the Venue’s 1591cc
engine wouldn’t compete against its
stablemate’s 2-litre unit, then think
again. Hyundai rate the Venue at
90kW and 151Nm, and although
both outputs are realised tall in the
rev band at 6300rpm and 4850rpm
respectively, the engine doesn’t
work overly hard.
That’s because at just over
1100kg, the Venue in total is a
lightweight, and that doesn’t ask
much from under the bonnet.
This engine is used widely across
the Hyundai/Kia range, in turbo
and non-turbo form, it is a sweet
unit that delivers smoothly and
quietly. The naturally aspirated unit
in the Venue is responsive and fills
the close gaps between gears easily.
In terms of performance, the
Venue will reach 100km/h from
a standstill in 11sec. It isn’t a fast
car, but then again the market it is
destined for doesn’t require speed,
HYUNDAI VENUE ELITE: Short-wheelbase translates to
manoeuvrability.
it is capable amidst the hurly burly
of today’s traffic, and that is all that
would be requested from it.
Hyundai claims a combined
cycle average fuel usage figure
of 7.2-litres per 100km. That fits
well with the consumption gauge
in the test car, it was showing
8.4l/100km when I returned it to
the dealership.
In Elite form the Venue rides on
205/55 x 17in Nexen tyres, that is
quite a sizeable amount of rubber
for a small car, but the benefit is the
grip that can be gleaned and the
associated ride benefits.
The Venue gets a torsion beam
rear suspension; put simply, each
wheel is not independent from the
other, there’s an axle tying them
together which doesn’t allow as
much freedom as there would be
otherwise.
That’s fine, so long as the spring
and damper rates have been well
chosen; thankfully, Hyundai have
done a lot of development work for
Australasian roads and the Venue
has a comfortable, absorbent ride
with tidy handling manners.
At almost 1.6m tall, you would
expect some gravitational effect,
but it is arrested well, body
movement over the suspension
won’t lurch occupants.
In Elite form the Venue has
enough wizardry to keep buyers
happy. Major items of fitment
include part leather trim, keyless
entry and ignition, central screen
touch display, Apple Car Play
and Android Auto capability and
• Price – Hyundai Venue
Elite, $31,990
• Dimensions – Length,
4040mm; width, 1770mm;
height, 1592mm
• Configuration – Fourcylinder,
front-wheeldrive,
1591cc, 90kW,
151Nm, six-speed
automatic.
• Performance –
0-100km/h, 11sec
• Fuel usage – 7.2l/100km
heated steering wheel, the latter
ideal for those frosty Canterbury
mornings soon to arrive.
For safety, the Venue has a lot
of the kit Hyundai has developed
for its car range. The list is too
extensive to detail, but I’m
sure it will easily fit a five-star
Australasian New Car Assessment
Program rating when crash testing
is carried out.
If you don’t need all the bells
and whistles of the Elite, the Venue
also lands here in entry-level form,
it doesn’t miss out on much and
will still give plenty of satisfaction
within the buying experience.
The Venue lands at a special
launch price. It lists at $27,990
for a limited time. It will go up to
$29,990at any given point, and
you’d need to add $4k for Elite
trim.
That doesn’t quite meet the keen
price of Kia Seltos, but it is close
and with the Venue’s extra goodies
I guess buyer choice will come
down to whatever feels right on the
day of purchase.
A large, quality home sited in a private and established
5021m 2 park-like se ting in the sought after Claremont
Estate on the boundary of Christchurch City.
The home features four bedr oms (master with
en suite and walk-in robe), open-plan kitchen, dining
and living along with formal dining, lounge and
conservatory. Great ind or outd or flow to a large
sheltered deck set in sprawling lawns and easy care
gardens with automated watering. Triple car garaging,
security gates, ducted heating, solar energy and
security system are just a few of the many extras on
offer with this property. There is a separate standalone
spacious office/studio that gives options for
those who require a dedicated work from home space
or alternatively, r om for a dependant relative.
Set amongst other quality homes on larger sections,
this property maintains a semi-rural f el whilst being
a short, easy commute into the city or ou to Ro leston.
Selwyn Times
Auction (unless sold prior)
Thursday 19 October, 2pm
411 Blenheim Road
www.pggwre.co.nz/DAR26164
Karen Hennessy
Contact:
Phone: 03 341 4301
Mobile: 027 967 0186
karen.he ne sy@p gwrightson.co.nz
W ek commencing Tuesday, 3Rd ocToBeR 2017
Brand new ‘show stopper’ with 4 car garaging
As always, this builder has finished his latest new build to
perfection, incorporating a l the ‘must haves’ and more for
the discerning buyer. Situated on a 12 0m 2 section, with
an established backdrop, the substantial 315m 2 fl or plan
provides the ultimate in family living options. The su ny &
spacious open plan living r om boasts a designer kitchen
with 90cms oven, stone bench tops & a walk in pantry,
together with define dining, living & study spaces that
The formal lounge als opens to the landscaped garden
& has a boxed high stud ceiling with sound speakers. A l 4
bedr oms are fabulously proportioned qu en sized r oms,
with the master suite providing the perfect parents’ retreat
featuring an amazing dre sing r om with fu l wardrobe
system, a ditional storage & a beautiful tiled ensuite with
double tiled shower, fr estanding bath & twin vanities. The
family bathr om is equa ly elegant with a tiled shower &
twin vanities. Cosy up in front of the log burner, k ep your
toes warm with the under tile heating in the bathr oms &
k ep c ol or warm, as required, a the push of a bu ton with
2 heat pumps.
The home’s practical layout also includes a walk-in linen
r om, a substantial separate laundry, a tic storage with
la der a ce s and last, but certainly not least, hugely sought
after 4 car garaging. From the moment you a proach this
premium property, you wi l a preciate what a privilege it
would be to be able to ca l it ‘home’.
www.flemington.co.nz
DeaDline Sale:
Closing 4pm on Monday
11th June 2018
(unless sold prior)
rwro leston.co.nz/RLL23148
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd
Licensed (REAA 2 08) - West Melton
Sarah Booth
Contact:
Mobile: 027 527 8258
Brendan ‘Big Red’ Shefford
Contact:
Mobile: 027 224 4733
Lincoln - 03 325 7299
Ro leston - 03 347 9988
West Melton - 03 347 9933
THe BeST PRoPeRTieS AcRo S
W ek commencing WeDneSDAY, 23RD mAY 2018
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd
Licensed (REAA 2 08)
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Your guide to Show Homes & New Sections
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Design to the fore
If you like warmth, spaciousness and indoor outdoor
flow, you will love Faye Homes’ latest showhome.
Located in Lincoln’s Te Whāriki housing estate, this
250sqm, four bedroom home is ideal for a family or
those wanting a little more space.
The home’s u-shape design sits well on the 672spm
section and gains full benefit from the sun, which
streams into all living spaces.
The front entry seamlessly separates the lounge/
media room from the other parts of the home affording
a wonderful, sunny yet secluded setting to relax or
watch a movie. Double stacking sliders lead from this
room to a large north-facing, hardwood deck. This is
also accessed from the living room where more sliders
lead out to a second hardwood deck and private garden
beyond.
The light, bright kitchen is well appointed with
quality appliances, engineered stone bench tops, and an
island with a sink, tower faucet and space for informal
dining. There is plenty of cupboard space here and in
the walk-in pantry. The width of this room allows for
double ovens. These have been positioned in raised
cabinetry at an ideal height, eliminating the need to
bend or reach without visually closing in the room.
A clever allocation of space is the built-in study
nook (tucked just beyond the kitchen) and retreat area,
which also act as access points to the bedroom wing,
from the living areas.
All four bedrooms are doubles, clustered at the rear
of the home for privacy and quiet. The master bedroom
has a walk-in robe, ensuite (complete with tiled walk-in
shower, hanging double sink vanity and toilet), and
sliders accessing the second deck.
The main bathroom has a bath, corner shower
and hanging vanity. In the laundry, there is built-in
cabinetry and space for both washing machine and
dryer. A separate toilet with small hand basin offers
convenience. All wet area floors are fully tiled.
A great deal of thought has gone into the design
of this highly specified home where there is plenty
of storage, such as the large built-in cupboard in the
internal double garage, as well as the coat, cylinder and
larger cupboards.
Quality is evident throughout while stunning features
serve up ideas on how you might tailor your new home
so it best suits your needs.
Faye Homes’ Lincoln showhome is located at 164
Southfield Drive in the Te Whāriki subdivision. It is
open: Saturdays and Sundays from 12noon until 4pm
and weekdays by appointment.
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Selwyn District Council has appointed a Hearing Commissioner to hear submissions on
Plan Change 60 (PC60)
Kirwee Central Properties Limited have lodged a private plan change request with the
Council. PC60 proposes to change the Selwyn District Plan (Township Volume maps and
text) to rezone approximately 17 ha of land at Kirwee from Living 2A to Living 1, to allow for
more intensive residential development.
The subject land is located within the Kirwee township, south of Hoskyns Road, north of
State Highway 73 (West Coast Road) and east of School Lane and Walter Place.
The hearing is to be held at:
9am Friday 31 July 2020
Selwyn District Council Offices
Taumutu Room
2 Norman Kirk Drive
Rolleston
The purpose of the hearing is to give submitters an opportunity to make a presentation in
support of their submissions to the Hearing Commissioner.
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This is a Special Consultative Procedure
in accordance with section 83 of the Local
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The Canterbury Regional Council (Environment
Canterbury) invites the public to make submissions on
proposed amendments to the Fees and Charges Policy.
We are proposing changes to our Fees and Charges
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The closing date for submissions is 10.00am Monday,
3 August 2020.
Stefanie Rixecker
ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE
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The best of both worlds!
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13 Bridge Street
Enjoy the best of both worlds when town meets country
in this mini estate, comfortably located at the heart of
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Come and enjoy the space, fresh air and the lifestyle
you've dreamed of with more than enough space for the
pony, livestock and hobbies, but only a short commute
to Rolleston, Lincoln or Hornby.
The property boasts 11 manageable paddocks, a 3-bay
shed and 2 double garages which offer multiple parking
options, meaning you also have room for the toys!
The home itself is built with luxury in mind being high
stud throughout and offering 5 large bedrooms, a study
and an additional separate living space that could be a
playroom, teenager's retreat, games room or movie
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Winter heating is sorted with a large logburner on
wetback which will also keep the winter power bill at
bay, plus a heatpump for winter warmth or summer
cooling.
VIEW Sunday 12 Jul 2.15 - 2.45pm
WEB ID ROU76669
Angela Hunt
Mobile 021 548 777
angela.hunt@pb.co.nz
$739,000
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Modern, Easy Care & Affordable!
NEW LISTING
HALSWELL
6/16 Hamill Road
If you are looking for your first home, downsizing or an
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shops and bus routes, this easy care freehold section
provides you with both comfort and style.
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VIEW Sunday 12 Jul 1.00 - 1.30pm
WEB ID ROU76651
BUYERS $379,000+
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to the patio, two double bedrooms and a laundry
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Tanya Marillier
Mobile 027 383 3844
tanya@pb.co.nz
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Immaculately renovated
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NEW LISTING
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WEB ID ROU76666
ROLLESTON
54 Othello Drive
VIEW 12 & 19 Jul 12.30 - 1.00pm
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section will be yours for many years to come.
• Kitchen with WIP, gas cooking & hot water
• LED lighting, double-glazing, new carpet
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• Master with WIR, new fully-tiled ensuite
• Wrap around deck with heating & speakers
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Sarah Yeates
Mobile 027 447 2719
Office 03 929 0306
sarahy@pb.co.nz
BUYERS $599,000+
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ROLLESTON
39 Bradbury Avenue
Feast your eyes on this fantastic 203sqm 4 bedroom or 3
bedroom plus large study home built in 2017 on a fully
landscaped 602sqm section in the heart of Rolleston!
Excellent Features include:
- Master bedroom with double doors to separate private
decking area, walk in wardrobe and fully tiled ensuite
with smart toilet and bath
- 2 double bedrooms with double wardrobes
- Large Study/ Single 4th bedroom option
- Family bathroom with full tiling, double shower and
smart toilet
DEADLINE SALE
VIEW 12 & 19 Jul 1.00 - 1.30pm
DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 23rd July, 2020 at 4.00pm,
(unless sold prior)
April Nicholls
Mobile 027 737 6474
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Holly O'Connell
Mobile 027 428 4318
holly.o'connell@pb.co.nz
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DARFIELD
2/25 Cardale Street
A pleasant and timely surprise if you are ready to
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great aspect for sunshine combines with lowmaintenance
mixed material construction all set in an
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squares than first glances suggest featuring two
bedrooms so there is room for a guest supported by a
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kitchen and dining join with a large lounge and enclosed
sunroom ideal for gathering with friends or the
afternoon snooze.
VIEW 12 & 19 Jul 1.30 - 2.00pm
Amy Jones
Mobile 021 077 9945
amy.jones@pb.co.nz
Shar Simon
Mobile 027 555 0654
shar@pb.co.nz
BUYERS $315,000+
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ROLLESTON
4 Goldie Place
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac and close to central
Rolleston this stunning, fully-renovated, 230m2 home
has the sophistication of a new build with the extras and
feel of an established family home.
• Exquisite kitchen with all the trimmings
• Study, LED lights, new flooring & painting
• Gas fire, 2 heat pumps & so sunny!
• Plenty of off street parking for a boat or caravan
• Zoned for Clearview Primary School
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Mobile 027 447 2719
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BUYERS $635,000+
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Springston & Surrounds
3+ bedrooms
Land 1.5 acres - 7 acres
Price up to $700,000
Contact
Nick Booth 027 306 3186
nick.booth@raywhite.com
Lincoln
4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
2 living rooms
Minimum 200m2 floor area
Price early $600,000’s
Contact
Trina Rea 027 424 6901
trina.rea@raywhite.com
Lincoln
3 bedrooms
1-2 living rooms
2 bathrooms
Price mid $500,000’s - $600,000
Contact
Trina Rea 027 424 6901
trina.rea@raywhite.com
Lincoln
3 bedrooms, newish home
Any size section
Any price range
Contact
Trina Rea 027 424 6901
trina.rea@raywhite.com
Prebbleton/Lincon
3 bedrooms
Section 700m2 plus
4 car garaging or space to add
Price from $700,000 - $750,000
Contact
Courtney Hopkins 027 291 8979
courtney.hopkins@raywhite.com
Selwyn
3+ bedrooms
Section 800m2 plus
Room to park a caravan
Price up to $650,000
Contact
Courtney Hopkins 027 291 8979
courtney.hopkins@raywhite.com
Prebbleton
4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
2 living with separate access a must
Section 600m2 plus
Price up to $760,000
Contact
Courtney Hopkins 027 291 8979
courtney.hopkins@raywhite.com
Rolleston
4 bedrooms, 2 living
Section 650m2 plus
Room to park a trailer
Price $550,000 - $600,000
Contact
Glenda Crawford 027 309 0115
glenda.crawford@raywhite.com
West Melton
3-4 bedroom home
Off street parking for 5 vehicles
Price around $700,000
Contact
Melanie Elliott 027 635 2643
melanie.elliott@raywhite.com
Lincoln
3-4 bedrooms
Double garaging
Section 550m2 - 650m2
Price $600,000 approximately
Contact
Melanie Elliott 027 635 2643
melanie.elliott@raywhite.com
West Melton
4-5 bedrooms, approx 250m2 home
Lifestyle property
Land 5 acres - 12 acres
Price $900,000 - $1,100,000
Contact
Melanie Elliott 027 635 2643
melanie.elliott@raywhite.com
Weedons School Zone
Established lifestyle home or
4ha bare land suitable for building
Must be within Weedons School zone
Price $450,000 - $1,000,000
Contact
Frank Dowle 027 528 0480
frank.dowle@raywhite.com
West Melton/Weedons
4-5 bedrooms
4ha lifestyle property
Price up to $1,200,000
Contact
Frank Dowle 027 528 0480
frank.dowle@raywhite.com
Rolleston/Leeston/Dunsandel/
Templeton
2-3 bedrooms, 2 car garaging
log burner, insulated
Price up to $420,000
Contact
Dwayne Bloomfield 021 163 9874
dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com
Rolleston
4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Section 900m2 plus
West Rolleston School zone
Price up to $700,000
Contact
Dwayne Bloomfield 021 163 9874
dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com
Rolleston
3-4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Price $500,000 to $550,000
Contact
Dwayne Bloomfield 021 163 9874
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Rolleston/Templeton
2-3 bedrooms
First home buyers
Price around $450,000
Contact
Lorraine Gardiner 021 207 6661
lorraine.gardiner@raywhite.com
Rolleston
3 bedroom town house
Two storey, neat & tidy
2 bathrooms
Price $450,000 - $500,000
Contact
Emma Langton-George 027 555 0568
emma.langton-george@raywhite.com
West Melton
4 bedrooms, 2 car garaging
Space for more vehicles
Price up to $700,000
Contact
Glenda Crawford 027 309 0115
glenda.crawford@raywhite.com
West Melton
4 bedrooms
2 living areas
Price up to $750,000
Contact
Glenda Crawford 027 309 0115
glenda.crawford@raywhite.com
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FINAL NOTICE
Boundary lines are indicative only
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Enchanting rural scenery and supreme privacy are key
components to this 3.56ha lifestyle property that's
only 7-minutes from suburban convenience. The
Hebel clad home includes numerous living options.
Extras include an alfresco entertaining area with
Jetmaster fire, in-ground pool, mini-golf course, large
barn complete with self-contained sleepout, extra
height three-bay shed, 1050 approx hazelnut trees,
paddock and electric entrance gates. Is this your
dream?
bayleys.co.nz/5512459
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
1pm, Tue 21 Jul 2020
Phone for viewing times
Chris Jones 027 220 5043
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Sam Sidey 027 346 3500
sam.sidey@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008
Combining country style with contemporary flair, this
4.8ha property is complete with two dwellings amid
semi-rural surroundings just over five minutes from
Halswell. Built in 2012, the primary 243sqm approx
home showcases the character of yesteryear yet
enjoys all the solidity and certainty of post-earthquake
construction. A two-bedroom cottage is ideal for
guests or extended family. Extensive landscaping,
tiled chessboard, chicken run and orchard provide
notable highlights. Potential income is available with
1,500 approx recently planted Christmas trees.
bayleys.co.nz/5512453
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
1pm, Tue 14 Jul 2020
View Sun 2-2.30pm
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
ALTOGETHER
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We’re extremely proud of our talented Selwyn
team. These highly skilled sales people that we have
across all areas of property means we are confident
in promising the best service and skills to all clients
in the area.
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027 530 1400
Chris Jones
027 220 5043
Jo McIntosh
027 384 4279
Adrienne Goodeve
021 977 877
Bianca Davidson
027 322 9055
Craig Blackburn
027 489 7225
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027 555 1075
Haley Smith
027 341 3846
Jeremy Gould
027 436 1581
Mick Sidey
027 229 8888
Nathan Collett
027 826 1535
Nick Wilson
021 917 047
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021 125 1545
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027 346 3500
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18 Kendon Drive, Rolleston
2755 Christchurch Akaroa Road, Attahua
DEADliNE SAlE
Captivating Character & Charm!
All offers to be presented 3pm, 9th July (unless sold
prior).
Emanating abundant charm from an idyllic
countryside setting, this substantial historic character
home on 9.6 ha provides a unique opportunity
to secure a magnificent rural hideaway with 3
bedrooms plus a study & breath-taking grounds.
The stables, barn, stock water to all paddocks, an
all-weather full sized 60 x 20 m dressage arena,
a 17m diameter round pen & garaging for four
vehicles complete the package. Purchasers seeking a
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comfort, character, & escape will appreciate the
countless enticements on offer here. Contact Mike
for more information.
DEADliNE SAlE
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All offers to be presented 5pm, 15th July (unless sold prior)
This fantastic 4 bedroom family home offers a spacious floor plan of 203sqm and is well sited on a
sunny 655sqm section. With a stunning modern palette throughout this home is light & bright. A
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beautiful home needs to be viewed to be truly appreciated. Call Mike now for more information, or
check our website for Open Home times.
18 Charlbury Drive, Rolleston
OffERS OvER $479,000
Modern – Safe – Guaranteed!
Set Date: All offers to be presented 5pm, 9th July
(unless sold prior)
Residing upon an easy-care section this neatly
presented 144sqm townhouse will capture the
attention of both first-time buyers, investors &
empty nesters alike.
With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and open plan living,
kitchen & dining, this lovely home enjoys easy access
to the selection of local amenities at South Point
& Lemonwood Grove Primary school. Ideal for the
proud homeowner or a landlord looking to rent out,
this is a Golden Opportunity!! Contact Elyse today
for more information.
68 Rolleston Drive, Rolleston
0800 645 346
www.oneagencyres.co.nz
Mike Goatley
027 249 5561
Elyse Campbell
021 187 6217
Ajay Sharma
020 405 27218
Nicola Curtis
Administrator
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Administrator
Real Estate Specialists Ltd Licenced REAA (2008)
16 Rembrandt Drive, Rolleston
Spacious, well designed, with great storage and 2
living areas - and cosy with 2 heat pumps and a sunny
aspect. Lovely large deck and fully fenced with access
gate for the boat or trailer.
Call Heather for more information 021 318 260
Heather.clouston@mikepero.com/rx2368748
13 Harper Pl, Lake Coleridge
This recreational retreat or permanent 3 bedroom
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joe.brankin@mikepero.com/rx2284824
10 Thorndon Close, Kirwee
Remember how long and hot the Canterbury summers
are? This fantastic property has what it takes to make
the most of all seasons! Style and size, plus an enviable
outdoor entertaining area with a wonderful heated salt
water swimming pool. 4 bedroom plus study. 2 living
areas. 2 bathrooms. Attached double garage.
Call Steph for more information 027 418 2150
steph.kimber@mikepero.com/RX2341647
Mike Pero Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA (2008)
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M-A
MATSON & ALLAN
REAL ESTATE LIMITED
‘The
Selwyn
Experts’
Residential
Lifestyle
Rural Property
Licensed REAA2008
WEST MELTON - 478 Hoskyns Road
ROOM FOR THE EXTENDED FAMILY
OR INDEPENDENT FAMILY MEMBER
• 4 Hectares (two 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
Open Home: Sun 1.00 - 2.00pm
Price: Neg Over $1,100,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0702
Chris Flanagan
027 433 4657
chris@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON - 4 Andesite Drive
EXCELLENT LIVINg & AWESOME
LOCATION
• 223m2 home built in 2015 on 740m2 fenced section
• Excellent indoor/outdoor flow
• Open plan design and 2.5m ceiling height
• North facing, light filled kitchen/dining/living
• Separate lounge/media room areas
• Large patio; perfect for outdoor entertaining
• Four double sized bedrooms
• Master bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite
• Centrally located main bathroom
• Separate toilet and large hall storage
• Modern kitchen with quality appliances, double
plumbed fridge/freezer space, induction hob and
engineered stone bench
Jo Barrett
021 859 006
jo@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
Open Home: Sun 1.00pm - 1.30pm
Price: Neg Over $579,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0723
REDUCED
DARFIELD - Creyke Road
TORLESSE ESTATE
• 6 x 1 Hectare blocks
• Power, telephone, fibre and town water
to boundary
• Close to all Darfield amenities
• Titles issued
AGENT ON SITE
Agent on Site Sun 2.30 – 3.30pm
Price: $250,000 Per Block
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0542
Chris Flanagan
027 433 4657
chris@marealestate.co.nz
COALGATE - 3052 Coaltrack Road
INVEST OR KICK THE LANDLORD INTO
TOUCH
• 80m 2 soundly built home
• 1037m 2 sub-dividable section
• Polished native wood flooring
• New insulation in the roof and underfloor as well
• Single car garage with extra workshop and sleepout
• Fantastic country living
• Short drive to Darfield
• Close to schools and on bus route for Darfield High
School
Open Home: Sun 12.30pm - 1.00pm
Price: $319,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0743
Paul Robinson
0212 772 690
paul@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
NEW LISTING
ROLLESTON - 10 Burford Way
THIS WILL BE HARD TO BEAT
OPEN HOME
ROLLESTON - 5 Lucca Crescent
READY RIgHT NOW!
OPEN HOME
NEW LISTING
• Newly built in 2015
• Low maintenance easy care living
• Superb orientation
• Intelligent and functional design
• Three spacious double bedrooms
• Separate study
• Master bedroom with walk in robe and ensuite
• Large open plan living
• Stunning kitchen with reputable appliances
• Outdoor entertaining area
• Desirable and convenient location
Open Home: Sun 1.45pm - 2.15pm
Price: Neg Over $529,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0738
• 3 bedroom 156m2 quality Touchstone built home
• Easy care 430m2 section
• Separate laundry
• Large living area
• Quality fittings and fixtures throughout
• Extra large showers in both bathrooms
• 2 car garaging, insulated garage door
• 10 yr build guarantee
Open Home: Sun 2.30pm - 3.00pm
Price: Neg Over $525,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0747
Jackie Derrick
027 636 3576
jackie@marealestate.co.nz
Andrew Taylor
0274 355 930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
ROLLESTON - 112 Branthwaite Drive
DISTINCTIVELY DIFFERENT
• 224m 2 four bedroom two bathroom brand new home
• Fully fenced 753m 2 section on council reserve
boundary
• Sunny open-plan living and separate lounge
• 2.7m stud plus overheight doors
• Kitchen with walk-in pantry and high-end appliances
• Heated by log burner and 2x roof mounted heat
pumps
• Fully tiled, underfloor heated bathrooms
• Carpeted two car garage and separate laundry
• Excellent location on a quiet, private section
Open Home: Sun 1.45pm - 2.15pm
Price: $670,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0734
Andrew Taylor
0274 355 930
andrew@marealestate.co.nz
OPEN HOME
REDUCED
TAI TAPU - 319A Old Tai Tapu Road
SEVERAL MAgNIFICENT ELEVATED
BUILDINg SITES WITH SUPERB VIEWS
5.5 HECTARES (13.6 ACRES) BARE
LAND
• This is a real beauty
• A great address
• Superb location
• Power and county water
• Cattle yards
• Older shearing shed
• If you are looking for the ultimate bare land block
to build your dream home, then this could be it!
Viewing: By Appointment
Price: Neg Over $675,000
View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0680
Chris Flanagan
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