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Electorate set for an open race 

Tracey McLellan Catherine Chu Eugenie Sage 

• By Louis Day 

THE BATTLE for Banks 

Peninsula is set to begin ahead 

of September’s general election. 

On Friday, the Labour 

candidate Tracey McLellan, 

National hopeful Catherine 

Chu and Green Party MP 

Eugenie Sage will face each 

other for the first time in the 

campaign in a debate at the 

Governors Bay Hotel. 

For the first time in several 

elections it may not be a fait 

accompli for Labour which has 

held the seat for 27 years – the 

retirement of long time MP 

Ruth Dyson and boundary 

changes possibly opening the 

2020 race right up. 

The new Banks Peninsula 

electorate has emerged from 

what was previously known as 

Port Hills. A boundary change 

sees 6500 people who were part 

of the traditionally National 

voting Selwyn electorate now in 

Banks Peninsula. 

The absence of an incumbent 

only adds uncertainty to the 

pursuit for the peninsula with 

the retirement of Ms Dyson, 

who has held the seat under 

various different titles for 27 

years. 

In spite of the hold the 

Labour has had over the area for 

almost the past three decades, 

Ms McLellan refused to take 

anything for granted. 

“Certainly our campaigning 

to date has been really positive, 

but I would absolutely not take 

anything for granted at all,” she 

said. 

Ms McLellan has been a 

member of the Labour Party 

since 2011 and became acting 

party president following Nigel 

Harworth’s resignation over 

the handling of sexual abuse 

claims made against party 

members. 

Ms Chu, who attracted 

criticism for deciding to stand 

for the Banks Peninsula seat 

whilst a city councillor for 

the Riccarton Ward and also 

a Canterbury District Health 

Board member, said running 

for the electorate was one of the 

most difficult decisions she had 

ever made. 

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News 

Pou unveiled at Timeball Station 

LAYERS OF Maori history, 

heritage and rich culture 

encapsulated in a new pou 

whenua have been unveiled at 

Lyttelton’s Timeball Station. 

The landmark, carved by 

Caine Tauwhare of Ngati 

Wheke, celebrates the navigational 

achievements of Maori 

and commemorates 

ancestral 

connections 

of iwi to 

Whakaraupō/ 

Lyttelton Harbour. 

Andrew 

Coleman 

It represents 

traditional 

knowledge and 

navigational tools which Maori 

have held for centuries, and will 

be formally revealed at a special 

ceremony coinciding with Matariki, 

or Maori New Year. 

Heritage New Zealand 

Pouhere Taonga cares for the 

timeball site, and chief executive 

Andrew Coleman said it is “very 

proud” to have the wonderful 

taonga, or treasure, and was delighted 

to host the historic event 

on Thursday. 

“[It] is the culmination of four 

years’ hard work, dedication and 

carving craftsmanship. The pou 

references and acknowledges 

traditional narratives from the 

SIGNIFICANT: A new pou whenua carved by Caine Tauwhare 

has replaced a temporary pou at Lyttelton’s Timeball Station. 

centuries of navigation by Maori 

prior to the arrival of Pakeha 

and the creation of the Timeball 

Station.” 

The Whakaraupo Carving 

Centre and Ngati Wheke 

proposed having a pou situated 

at the timeball as part of the 

on-site interpretation after being 

approached by Heritage New 

Zealand Pouhere Taonga in 2017. 

Ngai Tahu Funds subsequently 

approved a considerable grant 

for Ngati Wheke to carve the 

pou. 

The pou replaces a temporary 

pou – a tryptic panel – that was 

installed at the reopening of the 

Timeball Station timeball and 

flagpole in November 2018. 

The tower was rebuilt 

with the support of the community 

and key donors and 

supporters after the earthquakes 

of 2010 and 2011 significantly 

damaged the much-loved iconic 

structure. 

”Heritage New Zealand 

Pouhere Taonga will always 

remain grateful for the support 

of the community which enabled 

the organisation to return what 

we see today to the Lyttelton 

streetscape. The building and 

daily dropping of the timeball at 

1pm is part of Lyttelton’s history 

and heritage that needed to be 

returned and maintained,” Mr 

Coleman said. 

“I [was] delighted to be part of 

an added chapter to the Timeball 

Station’s history with the unveiling 

and dedication of this pou. It 

is a truly representative story of 

Aotearoa New Zealand. 

“It’s also very appropriate that 

we unveil and dedicate the pou 

at a time when we celebrate and 

commemorate Matariki.” 

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launch The Unlikely Librarian 

interview series with Linwood 

librarian Mike Moroney at Civil 

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Robertson said the outreach 

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Trust manager Tanya 

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Volunteers have removed 

many kilograms of glass 

from alongside the lower 

Heathcote/Opawaho River 

but significant deposits of 

the often small, but stillsharp, 

rubbish remain just 

below the surface, she said. 

The glass appears to 

have come from under a 

riverside path. The issue 

had been raised with trust 

board members and the 

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the city council, she said. 

“It is littered with tiny, 

little pieces of glass. There 

is a lot in an area that is 

used by families and children, 

it could be a safety 

issue, and birds can be 

easily cut.” 

Another two big buckets 

of glass – and four bags of 

rubbish and small pieces 

of plastic – were collected 

from the area this month 

by volunteers from neighbouring 

Ferrymead business 

Chiptech. 

The business has adopted 

a 100m stretch of the 

river as part of the trust’s 

drive to encourage nearby 

businesses to regularly 

tend to the waterways that 

discharge into the Avon- 

Heathcote estuary. 

Chiptech product 

manager Abby Moore 

said the team of eight was 

surprised at the “phenomenal” 

amount of glass 

found beside such a small 

section of river just above 

the bridge. 

The worth of their work 

hit home when Ms Jenkins 

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described how a hector’s 

dolphin died nearby after a 

plastic bottle top got stuck 

in its blow hole, and how 

shags struggled to dive 

and feed after ingesting 

polystyrene, she said. 

Ms Jenkins said Ferrymead 

Mitre10 staff 

adoped the nearby 

Charlesworth Wetland 

reserve a few years ago, 

which had “made a tremendous 

difference.” 

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News 

Battle for open Banks Peninsula seat 

• From page 1 

“Ultimately the reason why 

I decided to run was because I 

felt that I had something to offer 

and it was something I truly 

believe in. It was a way for me to 

represent Christchurch as a whole 

and I felt that I had something 

to offer to our residents. It was a 

really difficult decision but in the 

end I stand by my decision and I 

know it was the right decision,” 

she said. 

Ms Chu said her commitments 

to the city council and CDHB 

would always come before her 

campaign. 

Ms Sage, who is the Minister 

of Conservation, Minister 

of Land Information and 

Associate Minister of 

Environment, thought recovery 

from the pandemic while 

ensuring everyone has enough 

money to put food on the table 

each week, would be a key 

election issue. 

She also thought the health 

of the environment was highly 

significant to the electorate. 

“Banks Peninsula is a 

recreational playground for 

Christchurch residents, Akaroa is 

a centre for nature-based tourism 

and the peninsula is important for 

farming and some horticulture. A 

predator free Banks Peninsula is 

something close to my heart and 

SHAKE-UP: The new Banks Peninsula electorate has gained 

6500 people from the traditionally National voting Selwyn 

electorate. 

I want to help make that happen,” 

she said. 

Ms McLellan said recovering 

and rebuilding from the 

pandemic was “head and 

shoulders the No 1 issue.” 

Ms Chu said the key issue she 

was hearing from constituents 

across the electorate was the 

provision of jobs under a 

recovering economy. 

• The July 24 debate starts 

at 7pm. Entry will cost a gold 

coin donation. 

Banks Peninsula 

electorate candidates 

Catherine Chu 

(National Party) 

Eugenie Sage 

(Green Party) 

Tracey McLellan 

(Labour Party) 

David Fox (ACT) 

Caleb Honiss 

(New Conservative) 

Denis O’Rourke (NZ First) 

Ben Atkinson 

(The Opportunities Party) 

BY THE NUMBERS 

Previous Port Hills 

and Banks Peninsula 

electorate election 

results: 

Port Hills 2017: 

Ruth Dyson (Labour) 

22,603 

Nuk Korako (National) 

14,687 


Ruth Dyson (Labour) 18,161 

Nuk Korako (National) 

15,933 



15,737 

David Carter (National) 

12,640 



16,834 

Terry Heffernan (National) 

13,382 

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17,639 


15,716 

Banks Peninsula 2002: 


16,233 


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Going with flow to share heritage 

A RESTORED 19th-century 

waterwheel – along with a 

group of hardy volunteers – 

is driving interest in Orton 

Bradley Park in Charteris Bay. 

The popular heritage park is 

home to one of the few operating 

historical waterwheels in 

New Zealand, along with Canterbury’s 

oldest stone structure 

– the Old Stone Cottage – built 

in 1848. 

Supported by a city council 

heritage incentive grant, the 

ongoing maintenance of the 

rare waterwheel and old stables 

continues to help draw people 

to the site. 

City council head of urban 

regeneration, design and heritage 

Carolyn Ingles said that the 

waterwheel and stables are very 

worthy of the city’s support. 

“While Christchurch continues 

to look to the future, it 

is equally important to value 

our past and the early innovation 

that has helped shape our 

region,” Ms Ingles said. 

“Both the stables and the 

mill house are scheduled as 

‘significant’ heritage items in 

the District Plan.” 

Park manager Ian Luxford 

said its owner, Orton Bradley, 

devised a clever system in 1893 

using water – via the waterwheel 

– to drive a generator to 

power his home and various 

HARD-WORKING: Malcolm Pearson, 90, Dick Barnett, 93, 

Colin McLeod, 80, and Paul Willan, 80, have shown a long 

commitment to Orton Bradley Park and its history. 

tools, including a grindstone 

for blade shearers. 

Mr Luxford, who has overseen 

the park for 12 years, said 

the grant has helped ensure 

that the waterwheel continues 

to operate, and – along with 

the rest of the park’s heritage 

precinct – offer a special 

insight into colonial life in 

Canterbury. 

“Bradley imported the waterwheel 

from Britain,” he said. 

“It was the time of the industrial 

revolution and waterwheels 

were being pulled out 

of factories and workshops and 

replaced, so Bradley brought 

one out here to use on his farm. 

“It is an amazing heritage 

piece, providing electricity for 

the homestead, and a really 

important part of our colonial 

history and the area’s development 

as people made the most 

of what they had.” 

Mr Luxford said Mr Bradley 

“was really an innovator, rather 

than a farmer.” 

After taking over the property 

from his father in 1892, 

Bradley held a lifelong interest 

in science and technology, 

and was a pioneer in ecology, 

recognising the importance of 

habitats. 

Mr Luxford said that volunteers 

– aged in their 70s and 

80s – “help power the park today.” 

He said that the restored 

flax mill house, farm buildings, 

stables and machinery are all 

in working order, “thanks to 

our volunteers,” who have also 

maintained the replica of the 

original Bradley family home, 

reconstructed from park 

timber and now a summer 

cafe. 

“We are very fortunate to 

have a group of dedicated 

volunteers who carry out a 

range of maintenance projects, 

including recladding buildings, 

creating special items in our 

workshop and ensuring that 

our heritage precinct is wellmaintained,” 

Mr Luxford said. 

“One of the volunteers has 

painted the heritage buildings 

several times.” 

He said that all the volunteers 

have shown amazing 

commitment to the park and 

its history. 

“Today we have so many 

families coming to enjoy the 

park, splash in the stream and 

explore the heritage buildings.” 

People visiting the 650ha site 

can also take in walking and 

mountain bike tracks, an adventure 

playground, a waterfall 

and native trees. It remains a 

working farm 175 years later. 

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BIRDS OF THE ESTUARY 

Tanya Jenkins is the manager of the Avon-Heathcote Estuary Ihutai Trust, a nonprofit 

organisation formed in 2002 to protect one of New Zealand’s most important 

coastal wetlands. Each week she introduces a new bird found in the estuary. Her column 

aims to raise the understanding of the values and uniqueness of the area. 

Help the caspian tern live a long life 

THE CASPIAN tern or 

taranui is the largest of the 

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New Zealand. 

Unfortunately, this bird 

is classified as being ‘rare, 

nationally vulnerable and 

threatened.’ 

THere are only an estimated 

1400 breeding pairs in the 

country. We are very lucky to 

have between 50 and 70 birds 

in and around the estuary 

and the Bromley wastewater 

ponds. Bird expert Andrew 

Crosland counted 75 birds 

during the 2018/2019 season. 

It is one of the many 

reasons why our estuary has 

received the status of being 

“a wetland of international 

significance” in 2019, making 

it only the fourth wetland in 

New Zealand to receive this 

accolade. 

This tern species can reach 

the age of 24 years and are 

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Reducing your power bill 

also reduces emissions 

The Redcliffs 

Residents’ 

Association 

has launched 

an ecovillage 

initiative in 

response to 

the climate 

and ecological emergency. 

This month member Dave 

Bryce focuses on energy 

ALL ENERGY derives from 

the sun, and can be used as 

“renewable” (solar, wind, tidal, 

wave, hydro, wood, plants etc.), 

or as “non-renewable” or “fossil” 

energy (coal, oil, petrol, diesel, 

LPG, CNG etc.). 

Our coastal areas are well 

placed to use energy directly 

from the sun. We have high 

annual sunshine hours and clear 

air. Those north-facing hillside 

areas are even more fortunate, 

having longer sunshine hours 

and more intensity. 

Using renewable energy 

releases emissions which our 

atmosphere is used to, and 

recycles. Using non-renewable 

energy releases “historic” emissions 

which our atmosphere 

is not used to, and causes the 

whole planet to warm. Power 

supply companies mainly use 

combinations of renewable and 

non-renewable energy supplies 

to produce electricity, so you can 

help reduce emissions by using 

a company based on renewable 

energy. 

You can monitor your household 

energy use (both power 

and travel energy) and also 

compare your household with 

the NZ average, by using the 

online “household calculator’’ 

on the website www.toitu.co.nz/ 

calculators. You can also check 

the associated “help and reduction 

tips” for each category, and 

try and make reductions to your 

energy, emissions and power 

bill. 

Our Redcliffs Eco Village 

Group has suggested a “citizens 

climate change challenge” to 

make a one per cent per month 

or 10 per cent reduction each 

year, so you can halve your 

emissions by 2030 – as strongly 

suggested by the International 

Panel on Climate Change. 

Water heating in your home 

can use 30-50 per cent of your 

power. The cost of this can be 

significantly reduced if you can 

install solar heating or a fire 

wetback, but if you can’t, there 

are simple measures which will 

help, listed in the help and reduction 

tips on the toitu website 

above. 

The Kiwi Eco Pledges 

published by our Redcliffs 

Eco Village Group for this 

year include the following 

suggestions on energy: reduce 

your household energy from 

suppliers by 10 per cent each 

year and convert your household 

lighting to LED bulbs. 

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of Scarborough, 

grooms husky 

Shackleton at 

the International 

Antarctic Centre 

during a ‘be a 

husky musher 

for the day’ 

school holiday 

programme. 

Lucky youngsters 

had an 

opportunity to 

get up close and 

personal with the 

friendly canines. 

Meg Matthews, 12, and Arna Turner, 10, both of Mt Pleasant, 

with Shackleton. 

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Whaka-Ora Healthy Harbour showcase 

You are invited to the Whaka-Ora Healthy 

Harbour Plan showcase on Sunday, 26 July. 

This is a chance to learn more about the goals the 

Plan is trying to achieve - restoring Whakaraupō/ 

Lyttelton Harbour as mahinga kai. 

A short tour around Living Springs at 1pm will start 

the showcase, before mana whenua Ngāti Wheke 

welcomes everyone to the event at 2pm. 

A selection of experts will speak on topics like the 

Harbour’s volcanology; pest control and trapping; 

and planting work. 

Activities will be available for children. 

This will be followed by afternoon tea. 

In the final part of the afternoon, talk to the 

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218 Bamfords Rd, Allandale 

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Tasty Bites 

Divisive cabbage a goldmine of nutrition 

Cabbage is absolutely 

packed with nutrients. If you 

have never fried or sautéed 

cabbage before, then you 

need to start. Here are a 

couple of quick and easy 

recipes 

Seriously good bacon 

fried cabbage 

4 servings 

Ingredients 

3 thick slices bacon, diced 

1kg white cabbage, core 

removed and chopped (10 cups) 

1 tbsp garlic, minced 

Pinch red pepper flakes 

¼ tsp sea salt or more to taste 

2 tsp Dijon mustard 

2 tsp apple cider vinegar 

Fresh ground black pepper 

shredded (10 cups) 

1½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 

1 tbsp garlic, minced 

Pinch crushed red pepper flakes 

½ tsp sea salt or more to taste 

½ a lemon, cut into wedges 

Directions 

Heat the olive oil in a large pan 

over medium-high heat. Add the 

cabbage, garlic, red pepper flakes 

and the salt. It might seem like 

too much cabbage for the pan, but 

as it cooks, the cabbage will wilt 

down. 

Cook, stirring occasionally until 

the cabbage is tender and some of 

the cabbage begins to turn a light 

brown – 10-15min. 

Squeeze the juice from two 

lemon wedges over the cabbage. 

Taste then adjust with more salt, 

pepper, and lemon juice as needed. 

Directions 

Add bacon, in one layer, to 

a large pan over medium heat. 

Cook, stirring occasionally until 

the fat renders and the bacon is 

crispy – 6-8min. Take the pan off 

of the heat, and then use a slotted 

spoon to transfer the bacon to a 

bowl and save for later. 

Remove all the bacon fat 

from the pan except for one 

tablespoon. Leave more or less, 

depending on your preference. 

NUTRITIOUS: Seriously good bacon fried cabbage, lemon garlic fried cabbage. 

One tablespoon tastes great, but 

doesn’t make the cabbage greasy. 

Place the pan back onto 

medium-high heat then add the 

cabbage, garlic, red pepper flakes, 

and the salt. It might seem like 

too much cabbage for the pan, 

but as it cooks, the cabbage will 

wilt down. 

Cook, occasionally stirring until 

the cabbage is tender and some 

of the cabbage begins to turn 

light brown – 10-15min. Stir in 

the mustard, apple cider vinegar, 

and the cooked bacon. Taste then 

adjust with more salt, pepper, and 

vinegar as needed. 

Lemon garlic 

fried cabbage 

4 servings 

Ingredients 

1kg white cabbage, 

core removed and 

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Skoda going from strength to strength 

CALL ME A nosy neighbour if you 

like. But I’m very interested in what 

people drive, always looking out as 

cars drive by. 

Two residents on our street drive 

Skodas, one’s a reasonably new 

Octavia wagon that I would suggest 

is a good choice for a company 

car given that it is signwritten. The 

other is an old Fabia hatchback, 

although it is looking a bit tired it’s 

still giving good service. 

Interestingly, Skoda has just 

released a new model, a trendy 

hatchback that sits between Fabia 

and Octavia, it’s named Scala and 

sits in the market from a bargain 

price of $29,000. There are three 

Scala variants the other two list at 

$34,990 and $38,990 depending 

on what level of specification you 

would prefer. 

This evaluation focuses on the 

entry level model, and it sits apart 

from its stablemates through its 

1-litre turbocharged three-cylinder 

engine, the other two variants 

have a turbocharged four-cylinder 

engine of 1.5-litre. 

I’m so pleased the evaluation 

car was the three-potter. Regular 

readers will relate to my affection 

for this configuration ever since I 

had a Star Media Suzuki Alto for a 

work day commuter, I embraced its 

honesty and economy. 

Nothing has changed with the 

new-generation three-cylinder 

engines that are appearing in 

increasing numbers, and Skoda 

has capitalised on the technology 

that is coming out of the wider 

Volkswagen enterprise, this 

engine is working its way through 

several models throughout the 

organisation’s product line-up. 

Skoda Auto rates the 999cc unit 

with a feisty 85kW, which is quite 

gutsy for its size, there’s also a beefy 

200Nm of torque on hand, and it is 

where those outputs are developed 

that makes the most interesting 

reading. 

Peak power is available from 

5000rpm, maximum torque is 

delivered all of the way from 2000 

to 3500rpm, the result is a broad 

spread of power, delivered in true 

three-pot style, the harmonics of 

this type of engine are audible, 

but it’s not overbearing, and if you 

think like I do you will relate to the 

difference and will certainly enjoy 

the feel of mid-range boost which 

is characteristic of turbo engines. 

Drive is delivered to the front 

wheels through a seven-speed 

direct shift gearbox. The benefit 

of this type of transmission is that 

it doesn’t load the engine in the 

way a torque converter does, drive 

is unimpeded and while you can 

detect shift changes they are quick 

and smooth. 

SKODA SCALA AMBITION: Entry model has thrifty three-cylinder 

engine. 

I’m very keen on this type of 

drive, and if you do want to get 

involved in the gearchange process 

you can do so through the main 

gearshift lever. 

In terms of figures, the Scala’s 

acceleration is far from disgraced, 

it will launch to 100km/h from a 

standstill in 9.8sec and will make 

a highway overtake (120km/h 

from 80km/h) in 6sec, the latter 

willing through that mid-range 

torque. 

The big benefit of the threecylinder 

layout and small 

capacity is the economy which 

can be extracted from it. 

Skoda Auto claims a 

combined cycle average of 

5.3-litres per 100km, the trip 

computer readout in the evaluation 

car was constantly showing 

6l/100km, with 4.4l/100km listing 

at a steady 100km/h, the engine 

turning over quite responsive at 

2300rpm. 

These figures are impressive, 

which means fill-ups won’t tax the 

credit card. But if maximum fuel 

economy isn’t a consideration, 

check out the 5.7l/100km figure 

of the 1.5-litre engine, that is also 

quite remarkable. 

Driving the Scala is just like 

wearing your favourite pair of 

slippers, it is comfortable, easy to 

manoeuvre at just 4.3m, and is 

quiet on all surfaces. 

Skoda Auto market the Scala as 

a small-to-medium hatch, and that 

pretty much sums it up. It is small, 

but rear space isn’t compromised 

greatly and you do get the benefit 

of an under-hatch load area of 

467-litres. 

Even though the entry-level 

model doesn’t get all the bells and 

whistles of its stablemates, you do 

• Price – Skoda Scala 

Ambition, $29,990 

• Dimensions – Length, 

4362mm; width, 1988mm; 

height, 1471mm 

• Configuration – Threecylinder, 

front-wheeldrive, 

999cc, 85kW, 

299Nm, seven-speed 

automatic. 

• Performance – 

0-100km/h, 9.81sec 

• Fuel usage – 5.3l/100km 

get a good level of kit for a 30k 

outlay, items that figure across a lot 

of Volkswagen product. 

The Scala 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, Skoda has 

done a lot of development work 

for global roads, and the Scala has 

a comfortable, absorbent ride with 

tidy handling manners. 

It’s a busy time in the Skoda 

dealerships, there’s been three 

significant new arrivals in recent 

months – the Scala, a new 

crossover model badged Kamiq 

and an upgraded Karoq that I 

evaluated early last month. 

I’m so looking forward to a drive 

in the new Kamiq soon, but in the 

interim the Scala did nothing to 

dampen my enthusiasm for Skoda 

product, it is all quality built and is 

practical to boot.



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Bespoke Brilliance 

2 Hammerton Lane, Heathcote 

Auction Sunday 26 July at 12pm, on site (Unless sold prior). 

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living, 1 study, 2 car garaging - Listing no. OPA24786 

Open Homes: 

Wednesday and Saturday 

2.00pm - 2.30pm 

THE 

STAND 

EVENS 

Distinct architectural design meets contemporary elegance at this 2014 bespoke build that sits within the picturesque Heathcote Valley. 

Ideally elevated to absorb sunlight and embrace breathtaking vistas of the valley and surrounds, this sheltered residence offers a desirable escape near the city's 

seaside suburbs. 

Quality craftsmanship is showcased throughout this eye-pleasing home which includes in-built joinery, solid oak floors and doors, luxurious lighting, outstanding 

appliances and exceptional feature ceilings. As you'd expect, both bathrooms and kitchen are impeccably finished, and a considerable array of heating options 

promise comfort including ducted heat pumps, double glazing and underfloor heating in the bathrooms. 

The hub of the home responds to the breathtaking vistas and is ideally arranged with a focus on entertaining. A spacious open plan living area and fully integrated 

media room open effortlessly to decking where you unwind over a BBQ or relax in the spa, ensuring you can host guests alfresco with ease. 

The master bedroom also occupies this level and enjoys deck access as well as ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. The remaining three bedrooms are located 

downstairs along with the family bathroom and laundry. 

The top floor loft exhibits irrefutable flexibility and could be utilised as a home office, teenage retreat, hobbies room, or could potentially be converted into a semi 

self-contained area for guests or an au-pair. 

Low-maintenance landscaping only heightens the property's appeal, as does the easy drive-in entrance which leads you to the internal access double garage. 

Heathcote is a magnificent community to raise a family and features a local school and coffee shop while the plethora of amenities that run from Ferrymead 

along to Sumner are also within reach. 

Impeccably designed and faultlessly executed; this luxurious family home will attract buyers who have a taste for modern flair and fine finishes. 

No.1 

Sales Consultants 2017/20 

Ray White Ferrymead 

RW Elite NZ Sales Performers 

Simon Standeven 

0274 304 691 

simon.standeven@raywhite.com 

Paula Standeven 

0275 472 852 

paula.standeven@raywhite.com


BAY HARBOUR 


Visual Magnificence + Superior Space 

3 Ridgeway Place, Sumner 

Auction Sunday 26 July at 1.30pm, on site (unless sold prior). 


Open Homes: 

Thurs 5.00pm - 6.00pm 

Sat 3.00 - 3.30pm 

THE 

STAND 

EVENS 

Uncompromising construction, exemplary taste, and extraordinary views are on display at this near-new residence that commands attention from a magnificently 

sun-drenched site upon Richmond Hill. 

Responding superbly to the demands of modern lifestyles, this significantly sized property hosts an impeccable family home and an additional self-contained 

setting complete with a kitchen, lounge, bathroom, central heating, and dedicated access which ensures it can accommodate extended family members or 

guests with considerable ease. 

BAT design and Saunders Building collaborated to create an unforgettable home with an exceptional architectural finish that has been further enhanced by the 

expertise of interior designer Donna Weir. Thoughtfully arranged to absorb all-day sun, this property also takes full advantage of the spectacular views over 

Sumner, Pegasus Bay and beyond to the Kaikouras. 

Logically arranged over two levels, the first-floor plays host to the primary living and entertaining zone. The ground floor is home to each of the three bedrooms 

including the master with accompanying walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. A second living area also occupies the ground floor and showcases undeniable versatility 

as it could be converted into a fourth bedroom or dedicated work from home space. 

Polished concrete floors complement engineered timber floors to offer elegance underfoot, while high ceilings, bespoke joinery, oversized doors and luxurious lighting 

reinforces the home's supreme style. The exquisitely appointed kitchen exhibits sheer excellence with granite countertops, a butler's pantry and outstanding appliances. 

Contributing further appeal are the flat grounds, play fort, countless heating solutions creating a healthy condensation free home, ample parking and the inclusion 

of all quality appliances. 

This exceptional offering features many unique qualities, and the level of luxurious detailing and inspired design must be seen to be appreciated. 

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PAGE 19 

Supreme Coastal Living 

15 Campbell Street, Sumner 

Deadline Sale: closes Tuesday 28 July at 4pm (unless sold prior) 

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living, 2 car garaging - Listing no. OPA25073 

Open Home: 

Sat 12.15pm - 1:15pm 

Sun 3.00pm - 3.30pm 

THE 

STAND 

EVENS 

Exceptional proportions, magnificent appointments and easy-care grounds lend considerable appeal to this five-bedroom home which offers an enviable family 

lifestyle in this sought after suburb. Occupying a superbly landscaped 474sqm approx section this property promises endless hours of family enjoyment and 

comes complete with a heated pool that's complemented by an outdoor shower. 

The expansive two-storey floor plan has been considerately arranged and can accommodate the largest of families in comfort and style. 

Everyday living naturally occurs on the ground floor where an adjoining open plan living area and formal lounge offers a relaxed atmosphere, particularly for 

entertaining. Bi-fold doors off each of these living spaces transition to the deck and manicured grounds without fault, and this ensures summertime gatherings 

can occur with absolute ease. 

Two bedrooms and a bathroom are also positioned on the ground floor while the remaining three bedrooms and two ensuites are situated upstairs. 

American white Oak flooring throughout the central living zone contributes an element of warmth, while updated paintwork both inside and out, including crisp 

white tones, offers a fresh and modern backdrop for your furnishings. The presence of excellent insulation, partial double glazing, a heat pump and gas fire greatly 

assist in conquering these cooler winter temperatures. 

An internal access double garage and off-street parking round out this thoroughly enticing home. 

Positioned just footsteps from St Leonards Park, this property is also an effortless stroll to Sumner's numerous offerings including the beach, local bike/walking 

tracks, eateries, cafes and the local primary schools. 

Offering the ultimate family lifestyle near the shoreline, this property is guaranteed to attract significant interest from families looking to reside in comfort and 

style. Contact Paula and Simon for more information. 

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BAY HARBOUR 


Beach within Reach - Potential Plus 

16 Head Street, Sumner 

Auction: Friday 31 July from 11am, in rooms, Level 2, 76 Hereford St. (unless sold prior) 


Open Home: 

Sunday 

11.ooam - 12.00 noon 

THE 

STAND 

EVENS 

Having been a great investment property for many years for our overseas owners, the time has now come to cash up. 

Positioned within the prime golden triangle and only a block from the beach this is going to appeal to many. Whether looking to get a start in, renovate, invest or 

look to land bank and rebuild on site, the options are aplenty. 

Having originally been configured as two one-bedroom flats, the home offers a flexible configuration with the current tenants utilising all, with two bedrooms, two 

living areas and two bathrooms. There are unique timber features throughout and with a little imagination and hard work this beach shack could be your dream 

beach pad. Well-positioned to take advantage of all that is on offer for Sumner living with the beach and cafes only a short walk away. 

Don't miss this affordable opportunity to own your slice of Sumner paradise. 

Auction Friday 31 July from 11am, in rooms, Ray White Level 2, 76 Hereford St (Unless sold prior). 

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Bay Harbour: July 22, 2020

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