Selwyn Times: August 26, 2020

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• By Matt Slaughter 

FIREFIGHTERS say they 

did all they could to 

prevent horse trainers Tony 

and Lyn Prendergast’s West 

Melton house going up in 

flames. 

The Weedons Ross Rd 

property was destroyed a few 

hours after fire crews thought 

they had put out an initial 

blaze. 

Prendergast, 84, who was 

terminally ill with cancer, was 

pulled out of the house by Lyn 

when the first fire started about 

5pm on August 9. 

Firefighters arrived, contained 

the blaze and thought they had 

put it out. Lyn was allowed to go 

back in and retrieve her phone 

and wallet. 

But at 1.30am insulation and 

bird nests in the ceiling space 

reignited destroying the house 

and all of the Prendergast’s 

horse racing trophies and 

memorabilia. 

Prendergast succumbed to 

his cancer a week after the fire. 

His family decided to keep the 

second blaze and loss of trophies 

from him. 

• Turn to page 4 

MANGLED: A 

fire at Tony and 

Lyn Prendergast’s 

West Melton 

home reignited 

after firefighters 

left, destroying 

it and precious 

horse racing 

memorabilia. 

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in the form of its planned 

new community centre (see 

pages 9-10). 

The $4.6 million centre will 

be funded from a variety of 

sources if it goes ahead. 

The planned centre is 

causing division to the point 

people are frightened to go 

public with their viewpoint. 

There is concern over who 

will pay for the ongoing 

running costs if the district 

council gives it the tick, 

and why several hundred 

thousand dollars sitting in a 

community fund should be 

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Wednesday August 26 2020 3 

News 

District’s economy 

buoyant in spite of pandemic 

SELWYN’S ECONOMY is 

showing positive signs in spite 

of the impacts of the Covid-19 

pandemic. 

The district was one of the few 

in the country whose economy 

grew in the year to June according 

to economic profile figures 

released by analysts Infometrics. 

The figures show Selwyn was 

one of only 11 districts where 

gross domestic 

product grew 

over the past 

year. It is up 1.3 

per cent over the 

year to June. 

Across 

Sam 

Broughton 

Canterbury, 

GDP fell by 2.3 

per cent and 

by 2.1 per cent 

nationally. 

The district also saw an 

increase in consumer spending 

in the past year, it is up three 

per cent due to strong spending 

in the first three quarters of the 

year. 

House sales rose by eight per 

cent and house prices by two per 

cent. 

Infometrics data shows the 

STABLE: The district’s economy has fared well compared 

to the rest of the country with a 1.3 per cent jump in gross 

domestic product over the last year. 

number of residential building 

consents issued in the district increased 

by 45.2 per cent during 

the year to June. 

The number of consents in 

New Zealand increased by 8.1 

per cent over the same period. 

Tourism spending was down 

by 7.6 per cent, though the drop 

was significantly less than the 12 

per cent fall across Canterbury 

and nationally. 

The number of people receiving 

Jobseeker support rose by 

41.9 per cent with 860 people 

receiving it and 124 people 

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receiving the Covid-19 income 

relief payment in the district. 

This is up from 421 people 

receiving Jobseeker support in 

June last year. 

However, the unemployment 

rate in Selwyn remained unchanged 

from the same time last 

year, at 2.3 per cent. 

Mayor Sam Broughton said 

the figures give some comfort, 

but the full impacts of the 

pandemic show the need for 

caution. 

“Selwyn is well placed, based 

on our strong community and 

diversified economy and the figures 

back that up. However, they 

also show signs that many of our 

households and businesses are 

hard-pressed and we face challenging 

times ahead. 

“Our council is continuing 

to support local New Zealand 

businesses, and we will all need 

to keep supporting each other as 

things continue to change over 

the coming months.” 

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LEESTON TRACTOR FIRE 

Leeston firefighters extinguished 

a tractor fire on Feredays Rd 

about 6.05pm on Friday. Chief 

fire officer Lloyd Clausen said the 

tractor was well-involved when 

they arrived. He said they are 

unsure what started the blaze but 

no further investigation will take 

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‘I believe they 

did it right’ 

• From page 1 

Area fire commander Dave 

Berry said firefighters had done 

all they could have to ensure 

the fire did not flare up. An 

operational review of what had 

happened was under way. 

“What the crews did, they had 

thermal imaging cameras and 

they went through the whole 

place three times with the cameras,” 

said Berry. 

“They then hung around and 

had a debrief and then went back 

with the cameras. I believe they 

did it right. 

“We have what we call an 

operational review. We just look 

at the actions and active strategies 

and what our learnings can 

be from there and training or 

response needed.” 

The cause of the first fire is 

still being investigated but it is 

believed to have been started by 

an electrical appliance. 

The Prendergast’s son-inlaw 

Dean Lory said while he 

understands fires can reignite, it 

was “bizarre” it happened 

just hours after crews left the 

scene. 

“Whether their thermal 

imaging camera was actually 

working properly, you don’t 

know.” 

• Enviable legacy, page 19 

Two more sought over 

caravan break-in 

• By Devon Bolger 

TWO MEN have been arrested 

and another two are being sought 

over an alleged attack on a man in a 

caravan in Darfield. 

A group of men, allegedly 

armed with pool cues and 

wrenches, forced their way into a 

caravan on McLaughlin St about 

10pm on August 9. 

The occupant, a man in his 

20s, suffered minor injuries. He 

managed to fight the group off. 

Two men from Darfield are 

facing charges of burglary with a 

weapon in relation to the incident. 

Detective Sergeant Michael 

Varnam said police are asking the 

public to help them identify two 

other men who may be able to 

assist with the investigation. 

They are not believed to live in 

the district, but spend time in the 

area, he said. 

“One of the people who has been 

arrested is a previous associate of 

the victim so it wasn’t just random, 

there is some sort of bad blood 

there but we don’t know the actual 

motive,” said Varnam. 

Nothing was taken from the 

caravan. 

HELP: Police are asking 

for the public’s help in 

identifying these two men, 

who may be able to assist 

with inquiries into a caravan 

break-in in Darfield. 

If anyone has any 

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phone Detective Sergeant 

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VOLUNTEER community 

patrollers will help police combat 

car and building site thefts. 

The Selwyn Community 

Watch has been tasked with 

door-knocking in the district to 

educate people about keeping 

their possessions safe. 

Senior Sergeant Stephen 

McDaniel said the new strategy 

will involve the community 

watch and possibly other similar 

groups. 

“It is a three-pronged approach, 

one is going to be approaching 

areas where car theft 

has happened. We will drop 

flyers and door-knock to give 

them information on why it is 

happening,” he said. 

“We will be also going to 

building sites and having 

face-to-face meetings with site 

managers.” 

Lastly, police and the community 

watch will be trying to identify 

householders with security 

cameras who can be contacted if 

crime occurs in the area. 

McDaniel said they are still 

determining exactly where 

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it will be areas that are prone to 

thefts. 

In May Selwyn Times reported 

residents in the Rosemerryn subdivision 

in Lincoln were sharing 

security camera video in a bid to 

catch thieves. 

The move came after burglars 

struck at a house under construction, 

stealing whiteware. 

Resident Simon Bennett said 

the footage, shared amongst a 

residents’ Facebook group, had 

been sent to police. 

The new police strategy 

comes as the community watch 

purchased a new $30,000 patrol 

vehicle which will help them 

keep the streets safe. 

Community watch member 

Murray Allison said it is good to 

have the new Mazda CX-5. 

“It is absolutely brilliant to 

have a modern car with all of the 

safety features. It has all the bells 

and whistles. 

“It is a very safe car and that’s 

paramount for us. It is great we 

have a car we can connect with 

police through, it is linked in to 

Businesses and 

organisations that helped 

to purchase the patrol 

vehicle: 

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New World Rolleston 

Selwyn Community 

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Lions Club of Ellesmere 

Rolleston and District Lions 

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Selwyn District Council 

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The car was purchased with 

the help of sponsorship from 

businesses and organisations. 

The patrol is run by volunteers, 

who work along with police. 

There are 39 active patrollers and 

seven more in training currently. 

Allison said they are always 

interested in getting more 

members. 

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THE ROLLESTON Rugby Club 

is holding an open day this Friday 

to mark the relocation of their 

clubrooms to Foster Park. 

The clubrooms have also 

undergone a full refurbishment of 

the inside and outside. 

Said club vice president Mark 

Leonard: “We’ve put a huge 

amount of time and effort into 

this and we would like to show 

it off to the wider community as 

best we can.” 

Sponsors, committee and life 

members will meet for a ribboncutting 

ceremony at 6pm while 

the public is welcome from 7pm. 

Free membership will also be 

on offer for the next 12 months. 

The club had to vacate its 

Rolleston Reserve site to make 

way for the Rolleston Town 

Centre development. 

The clubrooms were moved into 

two sections in February this year 

by Laing Properties before the 

refurbishment work started. 

The district council has also 

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Pak’N Save could replace New World 


THE NEW World supermarket 

in Rolleston may become a 

Pak’N Save. 

The proposed move was included 

in the draft Master Plan 

for the town centre which was 

adopted last week. 

In the plan it also states if 

the supermarket is to become a 

Pak’N Save, the New World will 

be demolished. 

District council group manager 

property Douglas Marshall 

said a resource consent application 

from Foodstuffs for a possible 

Pak’N Save on their site had 

been granted. 

“No further applications from 

Foodstuffs have been lodged 

with council. As with any resource 

consent, the applicant has 

up to five years to exercise this 

consent. 

“With regards to the council’s 

planning for the Rolleston Town 

Centre, it was important for the 

council to consider what impact 

possible developments nearby 

would have.” 

Hence why the proposed 

Pak’N Save is included in the 

Master Plan even though the site 

is outside of the Rolleston Town 

Centre, Marshall said. 

FoodStuffs head of corporate 

CHANGE: The New World supermarket may become a Pak’N Save with the district 

council’s Douglas Marshall (inset) saying it has granted resource consent for the move. 

affairs Antoinette Laird would 

not confirm whether the change 

is going ahead. 

“Foodstuffs is currently evaluating 

the design proposal for the 

Rolleston Town Centre and is 

yet to decide on an outcome that 

can best service the Rolleston 

community,” she said. 

Another interesting feature of 

the plan is space for a cinema. 

“The community has been 

keen on a cinema in Rolleston 

for a number of years and we are 

keen to be able to deliver on that 

if we can. 

“The council is continuing 

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The New World supermarket 

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The Rolleston Town Centre 

project has been the subject of 

significant discussion over the 

past 10 years. 

The draft Master Plan includes 

a preliminary concept for the 

reserve including passive recreational 

areas as well as youth and 

sensory spaces. 

A sensory garden is planned 

to be a space that is accessible to 

all residents including those with 

diverse needs. 

A district council spokesman 

said public consultation on the 

plan will begin shortly. 

Lincoln manse 

building 

still up for sale 

NOBODY APPEARS interested 

in buying Lincoln’s old manse 

building for $1. 

The building is owned by the 

Lincoln Union Church. Member 

Alex Dunlop said they have had 

nine interested parties so far but 

none have progressed toward taking 

it. 

He said the building has now 

been advertised on Trade Me and 

they are feeling hopeful this will 

lead to a sale. 

The manse, which was built in 

1889, is being offered up for relocation 

as the church can no longer 

afford to maintain it. 

“We have built a new hall next to 

our church and will no longer require 

the old Manse. We are keen 

for someone to remove the manse 

to make a new life for it.” 

Mr Dunlop said they are offering 

the building for $1 in the 

hope that someone will appreciate 

the history and the architectural 

significance of the building. 

Demolition had been planned 

for March this year but has been 

deferred. 

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Rolleston Costume and Event Hire 

expands with a move to Iport 


has just moved into new purposebuilt 

premises in Freight Drive in 

Rolleston’s Iport industrial zone to 

accommodate their expanding 

range of services. 

Costume hire has always been the 

core of Deborah and Kirk’s business. 

They started hiring costumes out 

of their garage and grew into a 

purpose-built building at home 

before outgrowing that too. “After 

eight years we now have more than 

3,000 costumes available for hire, 

plus a range of accessories for hire 

or sale,” says Deborah. 

Rolleston Costume and Event 

Hire has just about every type of 

costume you can imagine, and 

caters for both children and adults, 

with a size range that goes from 

small to plus sizes. 

If you want to make a statement at 

the next themed party, check out 

Rolleston Costume and Event Hire’s 

new website. The hire cost is $20 for 

children or $35 for adults. 

The company is excited to have 

expanded the business with a 

growing range of items for events. 

This includes the basics like tables 

and chairs, as well as themed 

backdrops (think Halloween, 

the 1980s or 1950s), mobile bars, 

gangster car and Kombie van 

props, wedding archways, flower 

and greenery walls and creepy 

Halloween or wild Western props. 

“We also have an amazing photo 

booth, candy floss and popcorn 

machines, as well as snow, fog and 

bubble machines, donut walls and 

so much more! If we haven’t got 

what a customer is looking for we’ll 

do our best to get it if it augments 

our hire range,” says Deborah 

Boutique dress hire is a new service 

that they have just introduced. 

“We have a growing range of good 

quality dresses to hire for $60 – the 

type you would wear to the races 

or a wedding or special occasion – 

in a wide range of styles, available 

in everything from size 4 to 22. We 

have fascinators and accessories 

to go with them,” she says. Why buy 

when you can hire for the day? 

Rolleston Costume and Event Hire’s 

website has the option to book 

items online, but Deborah says it 

is a work in progress with so many 

items to add, so it is best to call 


to check if something isn’t listed. 

You can find Rolleston Costume 

and Event Hire at 18 Freight Drive, 

Rolleston Iport – via their website 

www.rollestoncostumes.co.nz or 

Google Maps. Hours: 10am - 5pm 

Mondays to Fridays with extended 

hours to 7pm on Thursdays, and 

10am - 2pm on Saturdays, phone 

03 347 4595. 

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& Event Hire 

We have a huge variety of 

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and accessories catering for 

all sizes making it easy to find 

a costume to suit your fancy 

dress or themed party. 

Our event hire collection is growing 

by the day and includes flower walls, 

back drops, props, stanchions, wine 

barrels, photo booths, table & chairs, 

portable bars and much more. 

We are also excited to offer our new 

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Division over community centre 

Hororata was badly 

affected by the 

September 4, 2010, 

earthquake and a 

community group 

is trying to revitalise 

the township, but not 

everyone agrees a new 

community centre is 

the right way forward. 

Devon Bolger reports 

DISTRICT COUNCIL staff 

are recommending a review 

be undertaken on the cost 

to upgrade the Hororata 

Hall following feedback on a 

proposal for a new $4.6 million 

community centre. 

Group manager Douglas 

Marshall said they have reviewed 

the responses from public meetings 

held in Hororata in July as 

well as a number of comments 

received as part of consultation 

on the Hororata Reserve Master 

Plan. 

“These comments indicated 

continued support among the 

community for the proposed 

new community centre, but also 

asked the council to take into 

account retaining the existing 

community hall due to its lower 

upgrade cost.” 

Marshall said all plans for the 

facility will be reviewed and consulted 

on as part of the 2021-2031 

Long-Term Plan. 

The plans for the community 

centre appears to be dividing the 

township. 

On one side of the fence are 

those who think the proposed 

$4.6 million facility will be 

under-used and a financial 

burden on the 1000 or so people 

who live in the Hororata area. 

On the other side are those 

who say the community centre 

will help revitalise the area and 

attract people. 

Hororata suffered badly in the 

September 4, 2010, earthquake. 

Its well-known pub, a favourite 

stopover for skiers on the way 

to Mt Hutt was destroyed, the 

historic church went and the 

area slumped. 

Some people liked it that way; 

others saw the need to get the 

area back on its feet. 

The Hororata Community 

Trust was set up in 2011 and has 

had outstanding success with 

the annual Highland Games, 

attracting a crowd of 10,000, and 

more recently the Night Glow 

hot ballooning – which draws in 

14,000. 

They have become an integral 

part of Hororata, self-funding 

and not a drain on the community. 

But many are worried the 

$4.6 million community centre 

will. 

Go Hororata is behind the plan 

for the community centre. 

The group is made up of representatives 

from the Hororata 

Reserve Committee, citizens 

committee, tennis club, Scouts, 

rifle club, play centre, Hororata 

Primary School, the Hororata 

Parish and Hororata Community 

Trust and three independent 

members elected at a public 

meeting. 

But the plan for the new facility 

is a touchy subject. 

Some people mistakenly 

think the cost of the community 

centre will fall directly on those 

who live in the area. But that is 

H 

Bob Mugford 

not the case. 

The $4.6 million cost will be 

funded by $2 million from the 

Hororata Community Trust, 

$624,000 reserve development 

funds, $576,000 from the district 

council and $400,000 from the 

sale of the existing hall and 

land. 

The remaining $1 million will 

come from a district council loan 

paid back through rates across 

the Selwyn district. 

A community meeting was 

held late last month to discuss 

the concerns of residents with 

about 60 people in attendance. 

A ballot conducted at the 

meeting showed attendees are 

largely in opposition of the development. 

The results were 75.92 

per cent in favour of 

upgrading the existing 

hall and 24.08 per cent 

in favour of the new 

community centre. 

The current hall needs 

modernising but is not 

expected to need any 

seismic strengthening if 

it is to be retained. 

Malvern Ward councillor Bob 

Mugford said he is not convinced 

the results of the ballot accurately 

represent the views of the 

community. 

“Honestly, I don’t know, it 

depends on who turns up on the 

night. There are more people opposed 

to it than I thought there 

would be. 

“We had several earlier 

meetings and I honestly 

thought the whole 

community wanted this 

development.” 

The district council 

has not yet started formal 

consultation on the 

plans for the community 

centre. 

A possible site for 

the facility was merely included 

in the draft development plans 

for the Hororata Domain so 

DEVELOP: 

The Hororata 

Domain Master 

Plan with the 

proposed 

location of a 

new community 

centre which 

is marked 

as H. Many 

residents say it 

is unnecessary 

and there are 

fears it would 

reduce the size 

of the race track 

(below). 

it matches with what is in the 

Long-Term Plan. 

But getting people to commit 

to what they think about the 

community centre is tricky. 

Go Hororata Chairman Craig 

Blackburn refused to answer 

questions by the Selwyn Times. 

“At this point in time I don’t 

want to put anything to press. 

That is probably the best way 

of putting it. There is a council 

process in place and at the time 

the results of that survey will 

be presented in the appropriate 

manner. “ 

So what are his views on 

the feeling of the community? 

Blackburn said he would not 

comment. 

• Turn to page 10



SELWYN TIMES 

News 

‘A bit of a waste of money’ 

• From page 9 

The start of consultation on the 

Hororata Domain draft master 

plan seems to have created a 

sense of fear and suspicion. 

A resident representing 12 

people in the Hororata area approached 

the Selwyn Times with 

concerns over the community 

centre. 

All wanted to remain anonymous 

out of fear over backlash 

from people who want the community 

centre. 

She said the concerns include 

wanting the current hall to be 

retained and not wanting an “eye 

sore” in the domain. 

Another concern is the size of 

the racetrack would be reduced if 

the proposed site is chosen. 

During a trip to Hororata to 

gauge the feelings of the community, 

it became clear the new 

community centre is a very 

contentious topic. 

Resident David was filling his 

car up with petrol on the quiet 

Wednesday afternoon. 

He said he was happy to talk 

but only wanted his first name 

used as he feared repercussions 

for sharing his opinion. 

“I want the current hall 

upgraded. It [new community 

centre] is too expensive for the 

people here. There are only about 

300 residents in Hororata. Why 

would you spend that money on a 

hall that won’t be used? 

“It is better to be used on fixing 

the flooding out here or the hall 

we’ve got. You could spend maybe 

$1 million to upgrade the hall.” 

Not everybody in the township 

is echoing opposition to the 

development. 

Phillipp and Loma Booker 

A resident said they think the 

proposal for the new community 

centre is a good idea. 

They asked to remain completely 

anonymous as they have 

only lived in the township for 

a short time and said it felt like 

they were one of the only people 

in favour of the project. 

“It could bring more people 

and they have planned it to accommodate 

offices and open 

spaces for hundreds of people. 

“I have only lived here a short 

time and didn’t even know 

we had a hall. It is a short 

term investment for a long 

term gain.” 

Nicky answered her 

door with a suspicious 

look but when asked about 

her view on the community 

centre she did not 

hesitate to share. 

“I don’t think that we 

need a great big hall for the size 

of the community. Who would 

use it? There are lots of other issues 

out here to be fixed. 

“It’s a huge amount of money 

and it would leave the race track 

smaller. We moved here because 

of the wide-open spaces. I would 

definitely like to see our hall 

upgraded.’ 

When asked for her name and 

if a photo could be taken, Nicky 

recoiled providing only her first 

name and refusing the photo. 

A number of residents spoken 

to by the Selwyn Times were on 

the fence about the proposal. 

Charlie Fenwick was walking 

to his car when asked about his 

opinion. 

He said he was unsure how he 

felt about the project. 

Charlie 

Fenwick 

“It does sound like a lot of 

money to spend. It is a hard one, 

it all depends. You would be 

lucky to see one person around 

here on a Friday night. 

“I mean a new community 

centre could be 

a good thing but also 

a bit of a waste of 

money.” 

Loma and Phillipp 

Booker were out celebrating 

Mr Booker’s 

birthday with lunch at 

the Hororata Village Bar 

and Cafe, 

They both said they were on 

the fence about what they would 

like to see happen. 

“The current hall has been 

there for a long time. I haven’t 

used it or had a need for it since 

about 30 years ago. The last time 

we were in the reserve was for the 

highland games. 

“I know you need to upgrade 

these things but I think you 

should compare the populations 

and how each facility is used and 

consider it from there,” said Mrs 

Booker. 

Following the visit to Hororata, 

Selwyn Times received a call 

from the resident representing 

the group of 12 who said more 

damage than good had been done 

by the visit to the township. 

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RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL 

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Rolleston pupil bowls 

the opposition over 

Rolleston School pupil Millie (middle) won the Canterbury Boccia 

Championship tournament last week. Three pupils from the school took 

part in the tournament at the Bishopdale YMCA. The other pupils are 

Lochlan (left), who was fifth, and Emma (right), fourth. Boccia is a game 

adapted from bowls and petanque. 

Planting for a greener future 

West Melton School pupils, including Sarah and Millie (above), got 

out their shovels to plant native trees at Kowhai Sanctuary. The event 

was held as part of the Kids Discovery Plantout programme. They 

planted Totara, Tī Kōuka and Kanuka trees. They also engaged in insect 

monitoring and were challenged to create something out of the natural 

resources that resembled the Māori legend Rūaumoko. 

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SELWYN TIMES 

News 

Electoral 

process 

review 

under way 


THE FIRST meeting to begin 

the review of the district 

council’s electoral process ahead 

of the next local body election 

was held last week. 

The next district council 

election will take place in 2022. 

All councils must undertake a 

review every six years. 

“The purpose of the meeting 

is for subcommittee members 

to gain further understanding 

of the process that council is 

statutorily bound to follow in a 

representation review process,” 

chief executive David Ward said 

in a report. 

A meeting schedule for the 

subcommittee going forward 

will now be prepared. 

The aim of the review is to 

consider matters such as the 

electoral system and whether to 

use first past the post or single 

transferable vote and effective 

representation of all people in 

the district. 

A potential change in the 

electoral system could be made 

under the review. 

Treatment plant upgrades 

will improve water quality 

FOUR WATER treatment 

plants have been upgraded 

as part of a wider project to 

improve the district’s water 

systems. 

Upgrades have been completed 

on treatment plants at Rakaia 

Huts, Tai Tapu, Claremont, 

Veuve Drive in Lincoln and 

Gallipoli St in Leeston adding 

treatment options such as ultra 

violet light. 

UV treatment is an effective 

method of disinfecting bacteria 

and is widely used around the 

world. 

The UV rays attack the 

genetic code of harmful 

pathogens rendering them 

unable to reproduce. 

As well as improving water 

quality, the plants will also 

provide additional storage as the 

district’s population grows. 

The work is part of a $23 million 

district-wide programme of 

59 projects to build and upgrade 

pump stations and water treatment 

plants, to increase capacity 

and improve water quality and 

safety. 

Work is also under way 

on treatment plant upgrades 

at Arthur’s Pass, Castle Hill, 

Dalethorpe, Springston, West 

Melton and Te Pirita. 

QUALITY: An 

upgrade to 

the Rakaia 

Huts water 

treatment 

plant has been 

completed. 

A further seven upgrades are 

planned over the next two years 

in Kirwee, Lincoln, Hororata, 

Darfield, Prebbleton, Springfield 

and Taumutu. 

District council group 

manager infrastructure Murray 

Washington said it is a part 

of a significant long-term 

commitment to keep improving 

the service to keep up with 

growth and health requirements. 

“Clean, safe drinking water 

is an essential service and we’re 

committed to providing the best 

service possible to make sure 

that people have access to a safe 

and sufficient supply.” 

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movie night 

at Ellesmere 

College 

THE ELLESMERE College 

student council is planning a 

drive-in movie night at the 

school to raise money for future 

activities. 

The event in September will be 

Disney movie Up playing first for 

the younger audience followed by 

a screening of Grease. 

Said student council member 

Margarida Diaz: “The movies 

will be projected on to a large 

screen set up on a truck, and 

audio will be heard on your car 

radio through a supplied radio 

frequency. 

“Food and drink will be 

available for purchase.” 

Spaces for stalls to be set up will 

be available. 

The cost per car for one or 

both movies is $35 and tickets 

can be purchased through 

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SELWYN TIMES 

Pupils show determination 

and strength in school quiz 

FORTY PUPILS in the 

district took part in the 

Rotary Club of Lincoln’s 

annual school quiz last 

week. 

The aim of the quiz was 

to encourage learning 

among the children. 

This year, the event 

attracted 20 schools with 

two participants from 

each. 

Parents and teachers 

joined in to support the 

young competitors. 

Questions were provided 

by the teachers for the rotary 

club to choose from. 

The competition was 

split into the year 7-8 and 

year 5-6 age groups. 

Leeston Consolidated 

School pupils Max Wilson 

and Elle Clough won the 

year 5-6 division. 

Other junior winners 

were from Southbridge 

and Dunsandel schools, 

senior winners were from 

Tai Tapu, Springston, 

Prebbleton, Weedons, 

West Melton and West 

Rolleston schools. 

They all received gift 

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-mylincoln-section 

Tadpole snail handy 

in ponds and tanks 

PHYSELLA ACUTA, the 

acute bladder snail or 

tadpole snail is an invasive 

global species. 

This freshwater snail is 

a 6-10mm long sinistral 

species, meaning the 

aperture (opening) is on 

the left-hand side when the 

spire is pointing up and 

the aperture is facing the 

observer. 

The snails have four to 

five whorls in the shell 

and vary in colour from 

light honey to brown with 

yellow-orange spots on the 

shell. 

Unlike many other 

land and freshwater snails 

Physella acuta does not 

have an operculum, the 

trap-door structure used 

for defence. Instead it 

flicks its shell rapidly 

back and forth to avoid 

predation. 

The species has a wide 

distribution around the 

world and lives in rivers, 

streams, lakes, ponds and 

swamps. 

SUCCESS: Leeston Consolidated School pupils 

Max Wilson and Elle Clough took out first place in 

the year 6 division of the Rotary Club of Lincoln’s 

primary school quiz. 

cards and book vouchers 

from Rotary president 

Gary Kennett. 

Leeston Consolidated 

School principal Lynda 

Taylor said the competition 

was strong and they 

are very proud of the 

COMMON: The acute bladder snail or tadpole 

snail cleans up alge, dead plant and animal 

matter. 

The snails feed mainly 

on algae and also dead 

plant and animal matter, 

avoiding competition with 

other species that feed on 

living plants. 

The snails are 

hermaphrodites and can 

breed to large populations 

pupils and the great determination 

they showed. 

Organiser David Drake 

said he was surprised some 

of the students were able 

to answer more questions 

correctly than some of the 

adults. 

quickly in optimum 

conditions. 

They are sometimes 

used in aquariums to clean 

up detritus or as food for 

some fish. 

The snail lives for 3-12 

months depending on the 

temperature.



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Wednesday August 26 2020 


Selwyn Times 

A dancing dream 

comes true 

Assistant librarian and former teacher Jade Bell with her ex-students Bradley Ward, Matt Bool and Noah Yates and one of their 

dancing sculptures in Brookside Park 

The dreams of a class of children at Rolleston School to make their community beautiful is coming 

true through a huge community effort. 

Three statues of dancing children have been installed at Rolleston’s Brookside Park – the first of 

21 statues to be installed around Rolleston as an eight-year dream is realised. 

It all started in 2012 with an art project by a group of Year 2 students at Rolleston School, then 

teacher and now Selwyn Community Library Assistant Jade Bell says. 

“We used the idea of dancing in a circle, to explore observational drawing skills, the students then 

used their drawings to design and create sculptures of dancing figures made out of wire. While 

working through this process the students decided that they wanted to do something to bring 

some beauty to their community. At that stage, what they were seeing was a lot of building sites.” 

After eight years hard work a huge community effort has finally seen the statues in place. 

The Rolleston Men’s Shed came on board, offering to build the statues for free. Businesses 

around the town have sponsored the materials for each statue, and the combined efforts of 

landscapers Morgan and Pollard and engineering firm Lumen will see the sculptures professionally 

installed at no cost. 

Jade has also worked with the Council and the local Reserve Committee, which is providing 

locations for the sculptures. 

“Initially the plan was to have a circle, but we’ve got 21 statues each representing one of the 

children, so we’ve identified a series of sites. The plan is, eventually we will create a trail for them 

and people will be able to visit them using the Township Trails Selwyn App.” 

Bradley Ward, who designed the red sculpture installed at Brookside Park this week, says he 

felt very proud of the sculpture and that something he made was going to be in the park near his 

house for many years. 

The experience was made more memorable by seeing his sculpture with two made by his 

friends, Noah and Matt. He is looking forward to seeing the sculptures everyday on his way to 

and from school. 

Join a world of food, dance and games 

Food, dance and games from Aotearoa to Scotland and everywhere in between will be a part of this 

year’s CultureFest. 

Expressions of interest to be a part of the popular annual festival in Lincoln on Sunday 18 October, 

close this Friday 28 August—with food, games and dance already in the planning. 

People will have an opportunity to try out traditional Māori games and learn belly dancing, while the 

team behind the Hororātā Highland Games says it will be ‘bringing the Scottishness’. 

Highland Games Event Manager Cindy Driscoll says this will be the third year that volunteers from the 

games will take part in CultureFest and they’re excited to be 

involved. 

In the past they have brought a tugging rig, taught highland 

dance and helped people trace their Scottish lineage, she says. 

The team is planning a hands-on set of activities that people 

can get involved in that could range from games, to dance 

depending on the volunteers available, she says. 

“It’s a really fun festival. It’s really cool to see all the cultures 

showcased from across the world. Selwyn has a lot of multicultural 

aspects and people and it’s good to see that all in 

one place.” 

Any individual, club or group interested in performing on stage 

or being a stallholder at CultureFest, or running a workshop, 

during the week of 18-24 October can find a form at 

selwyn.govt.nz/culturefest. 

Expressions of interest close on Friday 28 August at 5pm. 

Economy remains strong 

despite COVID 

The district’s economy is showing positive signs despite the 

impacts of the COVID-19 global pandemic. 

New figures from analysts Infometrics show Selwyn was one of only 

11 districts where gross domestic product (GDP) grew over the past 

year, up 1.3% over the year to June 2020. Across Canterbury GDP 

fell by 2.3% and by 2.1% nationally. Consumer spending was also 

up by 3%. 

House sales rose by 8% and house prices by 2%, backing the 

record number of building consent applications the Council has 

received since the Level 4 lockdown. Infometrics data shows 

residential building consents issued increased by 45.2% during the 

year, compared with the same period a year ago. The number of 

consents increased nationally by 8.1% over the same period. 

Tourism spending was down by 7.6%, though the drop was 

significantly less than the 12% fall across Canterbury and nationally. 

The figures show the impacts of the Level 4 Lockdown, as GDP 

declined by 11% in the district during April, May and June and 

consumer spending fell by 9.7%. 

The number of people receiving Jobseeker support rose over the 

year by 41.9% with 860 people receiving the Jobseeker Support 

and 124 people receiving COVID Income Relief Payment in the 

district. This was up from 421 people receiving Jobseeker Support 

in June 2019. 

However, the unemployment rate in Selwyn remained unchanged 

from the same time last year, at 2.3%, and almost half the national 

unemployment rate of 4.1%. 

Mayor Sam Broughton says the figures give some comfort, but the 

full impacts of the pandemic show the need for caution. 

“Selwyn is well placed, based on our strong community and 

diversified economy and the figures back that up. However they 

also show signs that many of our households and businesses are 

hard-pressed and we face challenging times ahead. Our Council is 

continuing to support local New Zealand businesses, and we will all 

need to keep supporting each other as things continue to change 

over the coming months.” 

Selwyn libraries supporting 

mask making 

With people encouraged to wear masks at COVID-19 Alert Level 2, 

the Selwyn Libraries are helping out. 

Each of the four libraries has a sewing machine, which is being 

made available for people to make their own masks. The libraries 

are supplying patterns and thread at each library for people who 

bring their own fabric to make a mask. Patterns are available at 

each library and through the libraries’ Facebook page for people 

with their own machines to make masks at home. 

Picking up mask patterns has proved very popular with library 

users, District Arts Culture and Life-long Learning Coordinator Mat 

Logan says. 

The libraries are always on the lookout for ways to support the 

community and help people build skills. Past sewing and craft 

initiatives at the libraries have proved very popular and masks filled 

an immediate need, he says. 

“With the advice for people to wear facemasks we can provide 

the opportunity to people and the plans to make them quickly and 

cheaply at home.” 

It also gives people the chance to help others by making masks for 

whanau and friends, Mat says. 

Anyone wanting a mask pattern can collect one from the libraries or 

visit Facebook.com/SelwynLibraries to find a download link. 

Council Group Manager Community Services and Facilities Denise Kidd models a face 

mask made using the Selwyn Libraries’ machine and pattern 

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 

CC260820

Selwyn Times Wednesday August 26 2020 


19 

Notices 

DARFIELD COMMUNITY CENTRE SURVEY 

We’re keen to hear from the Malvern Community on what services they want to see offered at Darfield 

Recreation and Community Centre. 

Darfield Recreation and Community Centre has a range of rooms and spaces available including a hall, 

large meeting rooms and kitchen facilities. 

Let us know what you’d like to see at the centre by taking the quick survey at 

selwyn.govt.nz/darfieldsurvey. 

Meetings 

Public Forums: Council, 

Community Board and local 

committee meetings are open 

to the public. Time is available at 

the start of meetings for people 

to speak on matters of concern. 

Please notify Therese Davel or 

Bernadette Ryan if you wish to 

speak at the Council meeting at 

least five days before the meeting. 

Township, Hall and Reserve 

Committees: To list or make 

changes to meeting details, email 

meeting.changes@selwyn.govt.nz 

or phone 347 2800 or 318 8338 

by 9am Wednesday the week 

before publication. 

COUNCIL & COMMUNITY 

BOARD 

Council* 

Wed 26 August 1pm 

Rolleston HQ Offices 

Audit & Risk Subcommittee* 

Wed 2 September 9.30am 


Council* 

Wed 9 September 1pm 


*Livestreamed on Council 

website and YouTube channel 

DISTRICT COMMITTEE 

MEETINGS 

Doyleston Community 

Committee 

Wed 2 September 7.30pm 

Osborne Park 

Glentunnel Community Centre 

Committee – Triennial Elections 

Tue 15 September 7.30pm 


Residents of Coalgate, 

Glentunnel and Whitecliffs are 

invited to attend. 

New committee members are 

most welcome. 

Glentunnel Township 

Committee 

Mon 31 August 7.30pm 


Greendale Recreation Reserve 

Management Committee 

Tue 1 September 8pm 

Greendale Pavilion 

Leeston Community Committee 

Mon 7 September 7.30pm 

Leeston Library 

Leeston Park Committee 

Mon 31 August 7.30pm 

Leeston Park Pavilion 

Tawera Memorial Hall 

Committee 

Wed 2 September 7pm 

Tawera Memorial Hall 

Selwyn Events 

THURSDAY 

27 

AUGUST 

FRIDAY 

28 

AUGUST 

Nutrition for Healthy Eating 

Lincoln Library, 6–8pm 

Nutritionist Pip Meads from Pure and 

Simple Nutrition will offer practical 

tips for improving nutrition, and 

opportunities for participants to 

ask questions. Topics covered in 

Healthy Eating include: What does 

a balanced meal look like? What is 

healthy eating?Bookings required at 

selwynlibraries.co.nz. 

Splash Time 

Selwyn Aquatic Centre, 8am–8pm 

A great way to introduce your baby 

to the water. The 45-minute sessions 

by a qualified instructor cover the 

importance of water experiences 

in child development, safety and 

a taster of parent/child swim 

classes. Suitable for 4 months to 3 

years. Bookings essential. Email: 

swimschool@selwyn.govt.nz 

Leeston flood protection takes next steps 

The next stage of the Leeston flood bypass works has been confirmed to start soon, with both stages 3 

and 4 planned to progress this summer. 

The project to construct the bypass began in 2014 to address long-term flooding issues with the 

Leeston Creek and is due to be completed in 2023. 

Stages one and two of the four stage project have already been completed and work on stage three 

of the project, to replace the High Street culverts and connect the new culverts to the Volckman Road 

drain is due to begin on site in October. The contract for this work has been awarded to SICON Ltd. 

Detailed design work for stage four, connecting the Leeston creek with the flood bypass channel is 

under way and the Council is making progress to begin construction in February 2021. 

Further work and refinements to the overall bypass have been identified and will be considered in the future. 

Child restraint clinics back in August 

Selwyn Carseat Champions are back running their regular monthly clinics 

under Level 2. The Selwyn Carseat Champions are a group of passionate 

local volunteers who are trained Child Restraint Technicians specialising in 

the installation and fitting of child restraints. 

At the clinics members of the team will assist you with fitting your child into 

their car seat and getting the car seat correctly installed into your car. 

The next clinic will be held on Saturday 29 August from 9am in the 

carpark of the Selwyn District Council offices in Rolleston. To book a time 

at the clinic, or ask for advice contact a technician on facebook.com/ 

selwyncarseats or email roadsafety@selwyn.govt.nz. 

ON THE 

ROADS 

On the roads 

Trents Road has reopened heading south-east away from Springs Road, but traffic 

management remains in place while minor pipework is completed. 

Join us to plant A native tree 

Are you new to Selwyn or have you been here a while? 

Everyone is welcome to join us in a community 

activity to contribute to putting down roots in Selwyn. 

Spades and gloves will be provided or bring your own. 

Sunday 6 September 

9.30am to 12pm 

Chamberlains Ford Recreation Reserve 

Old Bridge Road, Leeston 

FRIDAY 

28 

AUGUST 

SATURDAY 

29 

AUGUST 

MONDAY 

31 

AUGUST 

TUESDAY 

1 

SEPTEMBER 

Rhymetime wiggles and 

giggles 

Lincoln Library, 9.30–10am 

Stories, songs, rhymes and bubbles 

make up our Rhymetime sessions, 

designed to assist with early language 

development and to have fun. Aimed 

at 1–3 years. Free, weekly sessions, 

term time only. 

Discovery Time 

Leeston Library, 11am–12pm 

Come along to our weekly sessions 

with fun activities and experiments. 

Each month will focus on either 

science, technology, engineering, 

art or maths. You will learn how to 

grow crystals, make slime, construct 

marshmallow bridges, and more. No 

booking required. 

Darfield Ukulele Group 

Performance 

Darfield Library, 11–11.30am 

Join us for a performance by the 

Darfield Ukulele Group. Listen to 

some popular songs played on ukulele 

while you browse for books, or sit 

down and enjoy the show. 

Coding Club 

Rolleston Library, 3.30–4.30pm 

Join our weekly Coding Club sessions 

for some hands-on coding and 

problem solving fun. 

Aimed at people aged 9-13 years. 

Register at selwyn.govt.nz/events/registration by Monday 1 September. 

A restoration planting initiative by Selwyn District Council. 

For information on listing a community event visit 

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 

www.selwyn.govt.nz 

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Racing identity leaves enviable legacy 

CANTERBURY’S racing 

industry has lost one of its 

long-time servants, trainer Tony 

Prendergast. 

The popular 84-year-old 

trainer died after a short illness 

on August 16. 

Prendergast, who trained in 

partnership with his wife, Lyn, 

from their West Melton property, 

had been suffering from 

cancer after being diagnosed a 

few months ago. His death came 

after a shattering week for the 

family – with their home being 

gutted by fire and with it the loss 

of all their possessions, including 

all their prized racing trophies 

and photographs. 

Kylie Williams, who completed 

her apprenticeship with 

the Prendergast stable and had 

remained a life-long friend and 

helping hand, had hoped to 

provide a ray of sunshine last 

Saturday for the family with a 

win in the final event aboard 

the Prendergast-trained Queen 

Jetsun. 

It was on Queen Jetsun last 

September that Williams celebrated 

a career highlight with 

her 700 th career win, but last 

weekend the mare had to settle 

for second, the same placing 

registered in the first race by 

stablemate Volvik. 

“It would have been good to 

get that last winner for Pop,” 

Williams said. 

“He (Prendergast) was like a 

father to me and I always called 

him Pop. The best pop a girl 

could ask for. 

“I signed up with Pop and Lyn 

when I was 17 and he taught me 

so much. I’ll never forget some 

of the pranks he pulled and 

his laughter when you got him 

back. He was one of racing’s true 

gentlemen.” 

Prendergast was a selfconfessed 

battler who became a 

well-known and popular figure 

around the South Island racetracks. 

It would be common to see 

him give someone a flick with 

his race book or a friendly punch 

on the arm as he walked by, his 

cheeky way of acknowledgement. 

And there was hardly a more 

popular occasion on course than 

when his stable got a winner. The 

delight on Prendergast’s face told 

it all, he was loving what he was 

doing and not about to stop. 

Prendergast chipped in working 

alongside Lyn right up until 

his illness took over in recent 

months, belying his age as he 

continued to play his role in a 

career in racing which stems 

back to his youthful days as an 

amateur rider. 

The final win for the Prendergast 

stable came last December 

in the Timaru Cup with stable 

star Who Dares Wins, who 

finished fourth in last Saturday’s 

Winter Cup at Riccarton. 

In April last year Who Dares 

Wins provided the Prendergasts 

with a notable double, in the 

Easter Cup and Canterbury Gold 

Cup a week apart, then completed 

a hat-trick at Riccarton. 

Prendergast put paid to any 

thoughts of his retirement in a 

Love Racing interview after that 

double. 

“I’ve got no plans to stop. We 

will keep going while we can. I 

can still jump in the [harness] 

cart and jog a horse for 40 minutes. 

That keeps you fit. 

“Training has never been an 

easy game, and the overheads 

now have made it harder, though 

we are fortunate that we own 

our own property and have good 

facilities. 

“You always have your lean 

patches, then you win a couple, 

and away you go again. 

“We have never trained a big 

team. We have usually had 12-15 

horses in work, never more than 

20, and every time we have a big 

win, we really savour it.” 

“I’ll never forget some of 

the pranks he pulled and 

his laughter when you got 

him back. He was one of 

racing’s true gentlemen.” 

– Kylie Williams 

From a family of six boys, 

Prendergast was brought up in 

Central Otago, and has been involved 

with horses all his life. His 

father raced standardbreds and 

a brother, Dick, had considerable 

success as a harness trainer. 

After working on farms when 

leaving school then becoming an 

amateur rider, Prendergast took 

LONG CAREER: Tony Prendergast lost a 

battle with cancer on August 16. He died 

a week after his home was gutted by fire. 

His wife Lyn is pictured with pacer One 

Direction. PHOTOS: RACE IMAGES 

out an owner-trainer’s licence 

and made a remarkable debut 

in the 1964-65 season when 

preparing Rutanui, a nine-yearold 

maiden, to win fresh-up at 

Cromwell over 1700m at odds of 

67/1. He then backed Rutanui up 

two days later for another win, 

over 2000m. 

Rutanui was ridden in the 

maiden victory by Prendergast’s 

life-time friend, Brian Anderton, 

who still remembers the occasion 

clearly. 

“We tried him out and he was 

one-paced and not much good. 

Tony got him sorted out and decided 

to race him. He had a real 

knack with horses,” Anderton 

said. 

Prendergast got the former 

slowcoach Rutanui into winning 

trim through farm work, 

including cattle mustering, on 

the East Otago farm he was then 

managing. 

“That also convinced me 

that horses don’t need to do a 

lot of galloping and I’ve never 

been a great one for galloping,” 

Prendergast said last year when 

recapping his early days. 

Prendergast worked as foreman 

for Anderton’s astute father, 

renowned Wingatui trainer 

Hec Anderton, who had more 

winners in the 1950s than any 

other New Zealand trainer and 

won three New Zealand trainers’ 

premierships. 

“I spent about four years with 

Hector and learnt a hell of a lot 

from him,” Prendergast recalled. 

Prendergast recorded his first 

win as a professional trainer with 

Isalei, at Omakau in 1971 and 

boosted his income in those early 

days working night shift at the 

Mosgiel Woollen Mills. 

An early star for Prendergast 

was Lomond Queen, who became 

the dam of Queen’s Pal, one of the 

best horses for the stable. Queen’s 

Pal won 14 races. Eleven of her 

wins were in black-type races, 

including a third in the Group 1 

New Zealand 1000 Guineas. 

St James was another stable 

star, winning 11 races, including 

five stakes races, and he gave 

Prendergast a big thrill when 

finishing third in the 1989 Hong 

Kong Cup. 

However, Prendergast rated Mr 

Ay Bee, whom he part-owned, as 

the best horse he trained “by a 

country mile.” 

In spite of being hampered by 

injuries, Mr Ay Bee won 19 races 

from 1225m to 2500m and took 

six consecutive races as a fiveyear-old, 

including a fresh-up 

win over 1225m at Beaumont, 

when ridden by Lyn Prendergast. 

In a bid to reduce travelling 

from Wingatui, Mr Ay Bee was 

transferred to Takanini trainer 

Ray Verner in 1979 after his 

Brisbane campaign, in which he 

finished second in the Group 1 

Brisbane Cup (3200m), and for 

Verner he won the 1979 Group 

1 Avondale Cup (2200m) then 

the Listed King’s Plate (1600m) 

before breaking down in preparation 

for the Group 1 Auckland 

Cup (3200m). 

Prendergast trained the 

winners of 386 races and he 

was proud of his record with 

apprentices, including Williams, 

Jan Cameron and Charlie 

Brough, while his daughter Kerry, 

also rode winners during a brief 

career as an apprentice and has 

had some success as a trainer. 

– NZ Racing News 

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Southbridge close 

the gap on Waihora 

SOUTHBRIDGE scored a 

good late-season psychological 

advantage over Waihora at Tai 

Tapu on Saturday, winning their 

Coleman Shield clash 28-17. 

Southbridge is third on 

the table, one point behind 

Waihora, and three points 

adrift of competition leader 

Darfield. 

The match was significant for 

Waihora fullback Mark Maitland, 

who played his 200th match for 

the first division side. He was 

cheered onto the field with his 

son, Albie, 3. 

Darfield accounted for fourth 

placed Prebbleton 26-20, in a 

hard fought encounter. 

In other matches West Melton 

beat Rolleston 24-14 and Lincoln 

edged out Springston 17-16. 

SPORT 

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Harry Kirk delivers from the ruck to a waiting Sam Bolger. 

Mark Maitland takes the field for his 

200th match for Waihora, with son 

Albie, 3. 

Peni Junior Manumanuniliwa catches Maitland 

around the ankle. 

Liam James Robinson leaps unchallenged in a line-out. 

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Islieli Fine crashes into the tackle of Bolger. 

A flying Adam Stone fends off James Cummings. 

Ryan Koning tries to take Emerson 

Sooaemalelagi around the legs. 

Shannon Donald punts the ball downfield. 

Stephen Swain eyes up his 

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John McKeefry attempts to muscle off a determined Bolger. 

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Driving Skills Refresher 

Monday, 9.30am-1pm 

Build confidence by refreshing 

your knowledge of the road 

rules. Morning tea provided. 

Free to attend. Bookings advised 

as spaces are limited. Email 

roadsafety@selwyn.govt.nz 

or phone 347 1867. Brought to 

you by the district council road 

safety team. 

Lincoln Event Centre 

Nutrition For Healthy Eating 

Lincoln on Thursday, 6-8pm 

Pip Meads from Pure and 

Simple Nutrition is a local 

qualified nutritionist who will 

offer practical tips for improving 

nutrition and opportunities for 

participants to ask questions. 

Topics that will be covered 

include – what does a balanced 

meal look like? What is healthy 

eating? 

Lincoln Library 

Selwyn SeniorNet 

Lincoln on Wednesday, 10amnoon, 

Leeston on Thursday, 

10am-noon and Rolleston on 

Fiday 10am-noon 

SeniorNet brings older adults 

and technology together in a 

friendly, fun and stress-free way. 

It’s for people over the age of 50 

who’d like to learn more about 

technology and what it can do 

for them. To join in Rolleston or 

Email devon.bolger@starmedia.kiwi 

by 5pm each Wednesday 

Lincoln phone Tui Heighway 027 

765 5194 and for Leeston phone 

Terry Pierson 324 2300. 

Lincoln Event Centre, Leeston 

Library and Rolleston Men’s Shed 

‘Godzone – Our Own’ 

Exhibition 

Lincoln on Wednesday- 

Thursday, 11.30am-2.30pm and 

Friday-Sunday, 10am-4pm 

Go along to see the work of 

Robyn Schroeder and Debbie 

Garland. This show was cut 

short by the lockdown but is 

finally able to have its time. This 

exhibition ends on Sunday. 

Down By The Liffey Gallery, 1 

James St 

Baby Sensory 

Lincoln on Wednesday, 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 1 year. 

Free, weekly sessions, term-time 

only. 

Lincoln and Rolleston libraries 

Rhymetimes 

Rolleston on Wednesday, 9.30- 

10am, Lincoln on Tuesday and 

Friday, 9.30-10am 

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Go along and watch a performance by the Darfield ukulele group. Listen to some 

popular songs while you browse for books, or sit down and enjoy the show. You might even 

be inspired to take up the ukulele yourself. Darfield Library, Monday, 11-11.30am. 

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 

Markets 

Rolleston Farmers Market: 

Sunday, 9am-12.30pm, 96 

Rolleston Drive 

Darfield Market: Saturday, 

9am-1pm, opposite Challenge 

& Motorlodge 

118 Racecourse Rd, Sockburn, 

Christchurch. Ph 03 342 7150 

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: 

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Malvern Road Runners: 

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5.45pm for a 6pm start. 1.8km, 

3km and 6km options. Meet at 

McHughs Plantation. 

Ellesmere Road Runners: 

Wednesday registration from 

5.45pm, starts at 6pm. 3km or 

6km walk or run. Starts from 

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Gardening 


SELWYN TIMES 

Use daylight to boost your time outside 

DAYLIGHT HOURS are on the 

increase and there is more time to 

devote to the garden. 

For gardens with poor 

drainage, soils are as wet as 

they’ll ever be, and wet cold soils 

are not very inviting for new 

plants. 

However, for re-vegetation 

planting (where plants will be left 

to survive on their own eg: trees, 

shrubs etc), this is the last month 

for safe planting. 

Citrus fruit trees should be 

cropping heavily this month. 

Keep feeding them throughout 

the growing period with a good 

quality citrus fertiliser. 

Remember citrus trees are frost 

tender, so position any new trees 

carefully when planting and take 

protective measures when frosts 

are occurring. 

For stone/pip fruit trees, now 

is an excellent time to do the 

last preventative fungal spray of 

copper oxychloride. It must be 

applied before bud burst as buds 

will be swelling on these trees in 

late August. 

Continue to harvest your 

winter crops in the vege garden. 

It is still too early to plant 

your summer salad vegetables; 

however, you can begin sowing 

MAINTENANCE: Now is the time to apply a preventative fungal spray to your stone/pip 

fruit trees. 

seeds of beans, cucumber, 

lettuce, pumpkins, peppers and 

tomatoes indoors. Prepare soil 

for the planting of early variety 

potatoes to be ready in time for 

Christmas. 

Winter flowering annuals such 

as cinerarias, pansies, primulas 

and violas will be at their very 

best. Summer annuals are better 

to be planted in September as 

daylight hours increase and soil 

temperatures rise. 

Bulbs should be in bloom soon 

– depending on the weather of 

course. 

Daffodils, hyacinths, muscari, 

jonquil and lachenalias all 

produce beautiful displays of 

colour at this time of year. Take 

note and mark the best flowering 

varieties in your garden as you 

may wish to lift and divide them 

later in the season. 

With roses, in many areas 

new growth should have 

commenced. Usually, new 

growth is ‘clean’ and not infected 

with the typical diseases that 

attack roses. 

Inspect your rose bushes 

regularly for early signs of any 

problems. It is still a little too 

early to apply fertiliser, so leave 

that until next month. However, 

you can apply fresh compost 

around the base of the rose 

bushes. 

For some, moss may well 

be appearing in parts of the 

lawn that are either shaded or 

particularly wet. These areas may 

require over-sowing in spring. 

The moss will slowly disappear 

as soil temperatures rise and 

the soil drains in the summer 

months. 

Protect your plants from the weather 

IT’S TIME for gardeners to 

celebrate. 

Temperatures are on the 

rise, producing signs of spring 

throughout the garden. 

September can be a wet and 

windy month so ensure you still 

protect plants where need be. It’s 

a busy but very enjoyable time, 

with colour and scents slowly 

coming back into the garden. 

Final harvesting and removal of 

winter maturing vegetables gives 

plenty of material for the compost 

bin. By staggering planting times, 

hopefully these vegetables have 

supplied you with continuous 

supplies over winter. 

Where conditions allow, ie soil 

not too wet and temperatures rising 

in your area, you can plant the 

Are you ready to grow? 

Kiwi Gardener is your 

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in New Zealand. 

hardier vegetables for summer 

harvesting. Remember the more 

traditional summer vegetables 

will be planted in October. 

Those veges can include 

asparagus, beetroot, cabbage, 

cauliflower, carrots, onion, radish, 

silverbeet and spinach. Improve 

existing vege plots with plenty 

of compost before planting the 

new seasons vegetables. Keep a 

wary eye for slugs and snails as 

they emerge when temperatures 

increase. 

Time for preparing your summer 

flowering garden. Winter annuals 

are now coming to an end 

of their flowering. While it’s still a 

little early for planting traditional 

summer annuals, there are some 

that ‘transcend’ the typical grow- 

ANNUALS: If you are 

planting bulbs, identify the 

area. 

ing seasons and are very useful at 

this time of year. 

These include alyssum, calendulas, 

cornflower, lobelia, pansies 

and violas. If you wish to grow 

your own summer flowering 

annuals, seed should be sown 

now either in a glasshouse or in 

a warm, north facing enclosed 

patio. 

Sow and water regularly to ensure 

even germination. Seedlings 

should be ready for transplanting 

into the garden six to eight weeks 

after sowing. 

Carefully mark the position of 

your winter and spring flowering 

bulbs as you may wish to grow 

other plants in the same area over 

summer months. 

Where the bulbs have performed 

well, allow them to 

naturalise where they are growing. 

This applies especially to 

crocus, freesias, hyacinths, iris, 

lachenalias, muscari, narcissus, 

and watsonias. 

Stone fruit such as apricots, 

cherries, nectarines, peaches and 

plums are all in bloom now, as are 

pip fruit such as apples and pears. 

Hopefully, weather conditions 

allow for pollination by bees. Last 

year’s heavy rainfall had a major 

impact on pollination. 

Rose growth is finally under 

way. Spring/early summer is the 

best time for roses with masses of 

blooms and plants usually disease 

free. The addition of compost 

around the base of existing plants 

is beneficial for plant health. 

Start feeding roses from October 

onwards with fertiliser. 

Cut lawns regularly in early 

spring, avoiding close mowing 

initially. First lawn fertiliser can 

be applied in late September/early 

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Hurunui Garden Festival 

29th October 

to 

1st November 

A bounty of gardens to admire and inspire, will 

be on show in the Hurunui district this Spring. 

The Hurunui Garden Festival has 17 gardens 

on offer, two self-driven tours off the beaten 

track and garden-based events to educate and 

entertain. 

It runs from Thursday, October 29 to Sunday, 

November 1. Visitors wanting to attend have 

until September 6 to take advantage of early 

bird specials. 

Launched in 2018 by a group of keen local 

garden owners to help the Hurunui district 

recover from the impact of the devastating 

earthquake of November 2016, the festival 

has become a popular event. Many visitors 

make it a long weekend so they can enjoy the 

many attractions the district has on offer. 

Hurunui Garden Festival Incorporated (HGF), is 

committed to investing back in its community. 

The committee will give a student, graduating 

from a Hurunui secondary school, a scholarship 

to the value of $2000 towards study in 

horticulture at their choice of University or 

Institute of Technology, on the occasion of 

HGF making a reasonable profit. 

Seventeen gardens, five of them new to 

the event, feature on this year’s festival 

programme. They are in six clusters and 

garden owners will be ready to greet you and 

share their stories of how they have created 

their gardens. 

A new tour, Mysteries of the Waipara Gorge, 

complete with iron sculptures, concretions 

and moa bones, has been introduced, while 

the Hidden Gems from the Lowry Hills to the 

Sea, makes its return. 

If you would you like to donate to the Hurunui 

Garden Festival scholarship fund you can do 

via a transfer to our bank account listed below 

- Account name: Hurunui Garden Festival 

Incorporated. 

Account number: 02-1278-0028459-00. 

Bank name: BNZ. 

Entry is $10 per garden, children under 18 free. 

Tickets for the tours are $95 per person and 

includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon 

tea. 

Tickets available now from 

hurunuigardenfestival.com



MY PRIDE AND JOY 

SELWYN TIMES 

Cruising on a Honda Goldwing 

When Robert Gravener lost his Harley- 

Davidson in a crash, he vowed he would 

not own another motor-cycle, then he saw 

his 1991 Honda GL 1500 Goldwing for sale 

in Belgrave (just out of Melbourne). 

“The bike’s maintenance hadn’t been 

kept up so it wasn’t in great condition,” says 

Robert. 

Robert says the Honda Goldwing is 

a general all round cruiser. It has cruise 

control, a radio, an intercom system, 

cigarette lighters and a tow bar. 

“You can sit at 100km/h and it glides 

along,” explains Robert. 

Honda’s Goldwing series was introduced 

in 1974, becoming a popular touring 

motor-cycle in North America, Western 

Europe, Australia and Japan, with the most 

sales in the United States. 

1991 Goldwings all had a numbered 

plaque and anniversary edition insignia, 

marking 10 years’ US production; they 

were manufactured in Marysville, Ohio, 

from 1980 until 2010, then produced in 

Japan from 2011. In 1991, there were three 

models, the: Aspencade (regular GL1500 

model), Special Edition (luxurious model), 

and Interstate (stripped-down model). 

Robert’s fourth generation Goldwing has 

a shaft drive and flat six-cylinder engine. 

It has 159,000km on the odometer, which 

Robert says is reasonable for a touring bike. 

He says it is not uncommon for Honda 

Goldwings to have done 300,000km and 

still run well. 

After Rob purchased his Goldwing, 

he took an extended holiday. With his 

trailer on the back, he rode up to Cairns, 

camping along the way. He enjoyed the 

trip so much, he decided to buy a 4WD in 

the Atherton Tablelands so he could travel 

round Australia with his caravan. 

These plans were cut short due to the 

rainy season, forest fires and meeting New 

Zealander, Kerry who was holidaying north 

of Cairns. 

“We started chatting in a coffee shop then 

the next day, met up again,” explains Kerry. 

Romance was in the air so Robert 

cancelled his plans for touring Australia 

and headed to New Zealand for a holiday 

instead. One year later, he and Kerry were 

engaged and Rob shifted to New Zealand, 

bringing his Honda 1500cc Goldwing with 

him. 

Rob has now owned his Honda 

Goldwing for seven years. He says it is a 

bike for those who enjoy long trips and all 

weather riding. 

“I spent more than eight hours a day on 

the bike when travelling from Melbourne 

to Cairns and even towing a trailer, it did 

the trip effortlessly. The air shockers mean 

you don’t feel the road, it just glides.” 

Robert has yet to explore New Zealand. 

He has joined the Honda Goldwing Riders’ 

club. He and Kerry also hope to take the 

bike camping over summer, with long-term 

plans to travel around the North and South 

Islands. 

“When I can’t ride the Goldwing 

anymore, I might give it to a family 

member though it would mean sending the 

bike back to Australia.” 

Escort Metal Polishers 

Specialists in Metal Polishing & Sandblasting in Christchurch 

Advanced 

Advanced 

Service, 

Upholstery 

At Escort Metal Polishers in Christchurch, New Zealand we have over 35 years 

experience in polishing, from commercial and industrial runs to all your household, 

car, motorcycle & marine parts. 

Restoring a vintage or classic car or motorcycle? 

A modern car or motorcycle you want to tidy up or give that extra shine to? 

Then we can help you! We can prepare your parts for repainting or powdercoating 

by sandblasting or glassblasting. From wheels to doors, bonnets to boots, engine blocks to motors! 

And of course we can do all your polishing too. Here at Escort Metal Polishers we appreciate what 

it takes to make your car or motorcycle gleam whether it’s just a reshine, polishing up a casting, or 

preparation for electroplating. We can do anything from mag wheels to trims, bumpers to manifolds, 

tappit covers to exhaust systems, you name it we can polish it! 

If your parts need electroplated; zinced, nickeled, chromed or anodised we can even arrange all that 

for you from our location. 

Call in and see us for a quote. 

Mon–Fri: 7am–4pm (often later) | Saturday & Sunday: Closed 

21 Maldon St, Christchurch, Phone (03) 366 2708 

Auto & Marine Upholstery 

• Auto restoration 

• Boat upholstery 

• Caravan & motorhome squabs & awnings 

• Authorized agents for Cvana awnings 

• Machine, truck & ute covers 

• Farms Covers & Much More! 

3967 West Coast Road (between Waddington & Darfield) 

Mon to Fri 8am to 5pm • Sat 9am to 12pm 

Phone 03 318 7378 www.advancedupholstery.co.nz 

3 TRUCKS 

3 CARS 

3 LUBES 

3 SERVICING 

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Mon-Fri 7am-5pm 

Sat 8am-12pm (WOFs only) 

3 BRAKES 

3 MAXXIS TYRES 

3 WHEEL 

ALIGNMENTS 

3 BATTERIES 

3 WOFs 

3 CAMBELTS 

AND MUCH MORE! 

839 Jones Road, Rolleston P.O. Box 16 Rolleston 

Phone Simon on 347 7110 or Mobile 027 272 9213 

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The Selwyn Times is delivered FREE each Wednesday, 

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assist the Covid Business recovery. We’re here to help! 

Contact Lynette DDI: 03 3647434 Mobile: 021 222 7831 Email: Lynette.Evans@starmedia.kiwi



MOTORCARE PROFESSIONALS 

Putting tyres on your wheels 

While this year may not have been the best time to open a business, 

there has been considerable local support for one of Rolleston’s newest. 

“We’ve been really busy, before and after Covid lockdown,” says Phil 

Glen, owner of Kats Tyres, Rolleston. 

Phil has lived in Rolleston for 19 years. He has watched the town 

grow and always had the dream of opening a second branch of Kats 

Tyres there. 

A recognised name for over 35 years in Kaiapoi, Kats Tyres 

Rolleston opened on the 1st March, this year. 

“We’d always talked about locating in Rolleston but struggled to 

find the right piece of land. The timing was right when we found the 

Hoskyns Road site,” explains Phil. 

Kats Tyres supply tyres for all makes and model of vehicle. They also 

sell Mag wheels, complete wheel alignments, and sell and install lifting 

and lowering kits. In addition, they have an experienced mechanic on 

site to take care of vehicle servicing, mechanical repairs and WOFs 

needs. The latter is by appointment so you do not have to wait. 

Phil has a long history of working with tyres and specialising in 

wheel alignments and chassis straightening. If you are unsure about 

the best tyres for your vehicle, Phil and his team are happy to advise 

you. 

Kats Tyres supply all brands of tyre and have a massive 400 tyres 

in stock. They deal with almost every tyre imaginable, from top of 

the line brands like Michelin, Pirelli, Cooper and Goodyear through 

to budget tyres. You are assured, they can supply a tyre to meet your 

needs and budget. 

If you take your vehicle in for a warrant of fitness and the tyres or 

any part of the vehicle is not up to standard, they can fit new tyres 

and undertake repairs where needed. This will save you time and the 

hassle of having to take your vehicle away to sort any issues for the 

completion of the warrant. 

When not on the job, you may find Phil at the Rolleston Fire Station 

where he has been a member for 17 years. He is currently the local 

station officer. 

When you next need tyres, a WOF or have a problem with your 

vehicle, look for the bright yellow and red colours of Kats Tyres. 

They are located at 44 Hoskyns Road on the commercial side of 

Rolleston, phone 347 0929. They are open: 8am-5pm, Monday to 

Friday; and 8am-12noon, Saturdays. 

locally owned 

and operated 

Kats Tyres, 

44 Hoskyns 

Road, 

Rolleston. 

Full 

workshop 

available 

• Brakes 

• Servicing 

• Cambelts 

• Clutches 

• Vehicle Scanning 

Tyres & Suspension 

• New Tyres 

• Wheel Alignments 

• Puncture Repairs 

• Suspension 

• Lowering Kits 

• 4WD Lift Kits 

• Alloy Wheels 

nOW 

dOInG 

WOF’s 

We will match or better any genuine quote 

on tyres in Canterbury - GuaranTeed! 

rOLLeSTOn 

Tigers on Tyres... Pussies on price! 

44 Hoskyns Road, Rolleston 

Phone: 03 347-0929 

Open 6 days: Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm. 

Sat 8am - 12pm | www.kats.co.nz 

Email: phil@katsrolly.co.nz 

Jones Road auto 

www.windscreensolutions.co.nz 

ALL INSURANCE REPAIRS & REPLACEMENTS WELCOME 

• Windscreen Repairs and Replacement, 

replacing cracked or damaged 

windscreens to the highest standard. 

• We offer superior quality workmanship 

for all Truck, Van, Bus, Motorhome, Car 

windscreen repairs and replacement. 

CANTERBURY BASED MOBILE WINDSCREEN SOLUTIONS 

“For all your Bus, Truck, Motor Home, Car, Windscreen Repairs & Screen Replacements” 

Phone: 021 399 917 

• We can arrange all insurance work to make 

the repair or installation as easy as possible 

for our clients. 

• If you are unsure what you need call us 

today for some expert advice for the best 

solution for your vehicle. 

Email: info@windscreensolutions.co.nz 

ALL YOUR 

MOTORING NEEDS 

› While You Wait WOF’s 

› Courtesy Cars 

› Diagnostics 

› Repairs › Servicing 

› Batteries › Tyres 

WE HAvE MOvED 131 IPORT Drive 

(Cnr Hoskyns & IPORT drive) 

Phone 347 4020 | www.jonesroadauto.co.nz



Animals Livestock/ 

Supplies 

Experienced 

Mobile Sheep 

Shearer 

No Job Too Big or 

Too Small! Can do 

drenching and trim 

hooves. Over 35 yrs 

experience. 

Please contact 

John 027 568 6218 

Boating Accessories 

& Equipment 

BOAT 

SERVICING 

& REPAIRS 

Mercruiser & Volvo 

New Parts, 

Repairs & Sales 

Phone 027 433 7431 

Caravans, Motorhomes 

& Traliers 

CARAVAN WANTED 

Uk type, Ph 027 2495571 

CARAVAN WANTED. 

4-5 berth,UK type, dont 

mind repairs .Ph 027 

3679737 

CARAVAN 

We can sell your caravan 

on your behalf in our busy 

yard at 512 Blenheim 

Road. Affordable 

Caravans 

Ph 03 348 6614 

Firewood 

DRY Old Man Pine 6 

cubic mtrs. $575. Could 

be a delivery fee. Ph 027 

2977 563 

DRY Old Man Pine 6 

cubic mtrs. $575. Could 

be a delivery fee. Ph 027 

2977 563 

Funeral Directors 

Fishing & Hunting 

Wanted 

spot for Duck 

Shooting 

Private & safe, where I 

can teach my young family. 

Respectful shooter. Long term 

arrangement preferred. 

Please phone Mark Streeter to 

discuss on 0275 753 783 

Non-Service Cremation $2,000 

Family Funeral with Cremation $3,950 

Chapel - 35 people, casket, hearse, cremation fees 

Full Funeral options and 

Burial options available 

Just Funerals, a family owned and 

operated company with qualified, 

registered and experienced staff. 

Phone 0800 804 663 - 24 Hour Availability 

Email: info@justfunerals.co.nz 

christchurch.justfunerals.co.nz 

SHELTERBELT TRIMMING 

Select Services 

Specialising in: 

Driveways 

Outdoor Areas 

Patios, Pathways, 

Residential 

& Commercial Floors 

Professional Advice 

Free Quotes 

Frank McWatt 

03 423 9344 

027 274 0342 

allwaysconcrete@gmail.com 

www.allwaysconcrete.nz 

Select Services 

DOWN At your heels? We 

can’t change your luck, but 

we can guarantee you’ll be 

well heeled. For repairs to 

all types of shoes, boots 

and bags drop them into 

Cobbler Glenn’s Agent: 

Magnitude Sports Unit 

6, 92 Rolleston Drive, 

Rolleston, Its cheaper to 

repair than replace 

Trades & Services 

BUILDER 

AVAILABLE 

LPB, 35 years exp 

Extensions, 

Renovations, 

Bathrooms, 

Maintenance. 

Phone Darrell 

0274 955 688 

• Irrigation • Drainage • Driveways 

• Auger Hole Drilling 

• Land Clearing & Development 

• Culvert Installation • Construction Site Works 

• Tree & Hedge Removal • Concrete Breaker 

Phone Mike: 027 272 8058 OR 03 324 4323 A/H 

g.m.contracting@xtra.co.nz 

www.gmcontracting.co.nz 

Tyre Servicing 

All tyres & tyre servicing at home or work 

Pricing options to suit your needs 

Mobile Tyreland Christchurch 

03 3895005 or hamish.gerard@mobiletyreland.co.nz 

Driveways 

SWAINS 

KIWI KERB 

(Since 2005) 

Over 22 Years Experience 

Quality 

Workmanship 

• Driveways 

• Kerb & 

Channel 

• Garden Edging 


DECORATORS 

New Paint • Repaints 

Wallpapering • Fences 

Feature Walls 

Floor & Roof Painting 

Spray Painting 

Light Commercial 

Restoring Timber 

* Finance available (T’s & C’s apply) 

Selwyn based but service the whole of Canterbury 

www.andertondecorators.co.nz 

www.facebook.com/andertondecorators 

027 724 6846 027 PAINTIN 

Freephone: 0800 081 400 

swainskiwikerb@gmail.com 

Excavations 

UDI PAINTING & 

DECORATING 

For all painting and 

decorating services. 

Fully Qualified 

• Interior & 

Exterior Painting 

• Wallpapering 

• Plastering 

• Roof Painting 

Quality Services 

FREE QUOTES 

Contact Udi Aale 

Ph. 021 074 2075 

BUTCHER 

SERVICE 

Watkins Home Kill 

Processing Beef, Pigs, 

Sheep, Deer & Fish. 

Smoking Bacon, Ham 

and small goods. 

Mobile slaughter service. 

124 Burdons Road 

Burnham 

Phone Tim 347 6693 

SELWYN TIMES 

Classifieds Contact us today Phone our local team 03 379 1100 

Heating 

Log Fires 

Pellet Fires 

Heat Pumps 

Sales 

Service 

Installations 

Free Quotes 

03 343 1651 

472 Blenheim Rd 

www.heatstore.co.nz 

Wanted To Buy 

Materials to deck 

out a mancave from 

Memorabilia, retro things 

of any kind including 

furniture or just 

cool things of interest. Ph 

or txt 021861732 

To Let 

RENT ME! 

Ideal as an extra 

bedroom or office. 

no bond required 

Fully insulated and double glazed for warmth. 

Three convenient sizes from $70 a week: 

Standard 3.6m x 2.4m 

Large 4.2m x 2.4m | Xtra-large 4.8m x 2.4m 

Visit our website 

www.justcabins.co.nz 

for display cabin locations 

www.justcabins.co.nz 

Tours 

Day Trips 

Mt Cook Day Trip Saturday 12th September $55pp 

Two passes Arthurs / Lewis Saturday 5th 

September $45pp 

Tours 

Hokianga Cape Reinga Bay of Islands 8 Days includes 

flights home pick up $2250 pp twin share. Bookings 

before 22nd November 

Central South Island Pukaki Downs Station Morven 

Hills Mt Aspiring 8 Days $1795 pp twin share 

Xmas Tour 4 Days 

Taranaki Garden Festival Tour 28th October 

Call Reid Tours 0800 446 886 

Email: reidtours@xtra.co.nz www.reidtours.com 


GARAGE DOORS 

The Genuine 

Custom Made Garage 

Door Professionals 

0800 661 366 

info@custommade.co.nz 

Auckland, Christchurch, Wanaka 

www.custommade.co.nz 

landscaping 

Landscape 

Construction and 

Garden Maintenance 

You can have your gardens, trees, 

shrubs, plants and lawns maintained to look their best 

all year round, for a great price. 

Residential & Commercial Landscaping 

• Maintenance • Pruning • Reconstruction & Rejuvenation 

• Rental Property and Commercial Maintenance 

• Pre-Sale Tidy-Ups 

New Home Landscaping 

Lawns • Gardens • Decks • Paving • Water Features 

• Quality • Value for money • Experienced • Punctual 

• Professional • Flexible • Knowledgeable • Reliable 

Call Ross Legg - 027 222 0388 

Email ross@revivelandscaping.co.nz 

www.revivelandscaping.co.nz 

EST. 

1979 

Arthur’s 

Roof & Property 

Moss Kill & Proof 

Silicone Sealing 

Roof Repairs 

Gutter Clean/Repairs 

Pest Control 

Butynol Roof Repairs 

Bird Proofing 

03 347 2635 

arthursroofandproperty.co.nz 

Lawn mowing 

Hedge trimming 

Gardening 

Weed eating 

Spraying 

and much more 

Call Todd 

0212059543 

toddmc.greenacres@gmail.com 

Boundary 

Trimming 

Call Tony Dempsey 

Phone 03 325 3256 

Mobile 0274 323 943 

ADD SOME 

COLOUR 

TO YOUR ADVERT! 

• Driveways 

• Car Parks 

• Site Cleaning 

• Demolition 

• Farm Tracks 

• Drain Cleaning 

• Stump & Hedge 

Removal 

• Ashpalt Concrete 

Wide range 

oF TruckS 

• Tennis Courts & 

Swimming Pools 

• Chip Seal Driveways 

• Diggers – 2 Ton 

up to 20 Ton 

• Excavators 

• Bobcat & Drilling 

• For Posthole & 

Fence hole 

For a Free Quote 

on your next project 

Phone Steve on 021 338 247 

or 325 7922 

Free 

QuoTe 

• Driveways 

• Trenching 

• Section Clearing 

• Demolition 

• Tree/Stump Removal 

• Truck/Digger Hire 

• Post Driving 

• Section/Lifestyle Block Development 

C O N T R A C T I N G 

Phone: 329 7165 or 027 616 1761




GLAZING 

TWISTY GLASS & 

GLAZING LTD 

• Mirrors • Pet Door Specialists 

• Splashbacks • All Broken Windows 

THE CAT DOOR MAN 

Phone Cushla or Darren Twist 

027 352 6225 

Re Roofing 

Roof Repairs 

Spouting 

Approved Age Concern provider 

Over 30 years experience 

Licensed Building Practitioner 

N A BARRELL 

ROOFING LTD 

Ph: 0275 389 415 

Email: nabroofing@xtra.co.nz 

wanted 

Vehicles, 4x4, 

motorbikes 

WINDOW TINTING 

tintawindow 

advanced film solutions 

99% uv block 

fade protection 

heat control 

reduce glare 

25 Years Experience 


No job to big or small. 

Supply carpet, underlay and garage carpet. 

Experienced in installing second hand carpet. 

Carpet samples. 

Free measure and quote! 

Call David 0272319931 

www.davidfarmercarpetlayer.co.nz 

D & H Autos 

Not running, rusty, damaged, 

unfinished projects, deceased 

estates. Any make from 1920s 

to 1990s. We pay top dollars. 

For friendly service phone 

Harry 021 550 038 

privacy films 

frosting designs 

non-darkening films 

Workmanship Guaranteed 

Lifetime Warranties on Most Films 

UV 

block 

Free Quotes Canterbury and Districts 

03 365 3653 0800 368 468 


FOR ALL YOUR 

★Garden Clean-ups 

★Pruning 

★Lawn Mowing 

★Garden Maintenance 

Call us today for a FREE quote 

PH 0800 4 546 546 

(0800 4 JIMJIM) 

Selwyn 

Accounting 

Ltd 

For all your 

Accounting & 

Tax Needs 

03 741 1783 

027 332 8086 

brian@ 

selwynaccounting.co.nz 

AWSOM ROOFS 

24/7 

MOSS 

TREATMENT 

ROOFS $300 

• Oamaru StOne 

• Driveway 

• PathS 

• hOuSe 

• General exterior 

wash Down 

• tidy up 

Ph: 027 561 4629 

Kevin 

ACE HIGH 

PLUMBING 

All Plumbing 

Gasfitting 

Drainlaying 

Blocked Drains 

Log Fires, 

Wetbacks 

Gas Hotwater 

Phone 

021 454 864 


BATHROOM TILER 

wet area waterproofing, 

underfloor heating, soap 

boxes, old to new, for best 

results, call Devon on 021 

375-888 or 03 329 5511 

BUILDER QUALIFIED 

Decks, T & G Flooring, 

Villa Restoring, New 

Homes, Weatherboards. 

Free Quotes. Bennet & 

Sons Ltd Sam 027 496- 

9362 or Tony 027 224- 

0374 


CARPENTER 

HANDYMAN 

Small Job Specialists, 

Carpentry, Repairs, 

Decking & Maintenance, 

40 years experience, no 

job too small, Ph Warren 

03 322-1103 or 027 697- 

8541 

Bellamy’s 

Furniture 

Furniture made to 

order and restoration 

by tradesman with 

35yrs experience. 

PH Stephen 



LANDSCAPING 

Paving, Lawns, Irrigation, 

Decking, Fencing. 

Kanga & small digger 

services. Check out Squire 

Landscaping on facebook. 

FREE QUOTES. Ph 

Arthur 347-8796, 027 

220-7014 Edwin 027 220- 

7154 

POWER CABLE 

Our Cable or yours, 

phone-fibre-water installs, 

COC supplied, trenching 

and cable locatingservice, 

owner operator 

FREE quote ph 

Gerard 0272379742 

POWER TOOLS 

REPAIRS 

Parts & Sales for over 40 

years. All main brands 

serviced. Grossman Trade 

Tools,23 Watts Road, 

Christchurch. Ph 389 9230 

RJB PLUMBING 

Renovations, New Houses, 

Hot Water Cylinders, 

Kitchens Bathroom 

Upgrades, Laundries, 

General Maintenance , 

Water Filters. Phone Mark 

0278690026 

SHEEP SHEARING 

MOBILE 

Fast friendly professional 

service. 25 yrs exp. 

Shearing, drenching, hoof 

trimming etc. Call Shaun 

021 204 1274 

STUMP GRINDING 

Best price guarantee Tony 

0275 588 895 

TILING 

Flooring - Splashbacks - 

Wall incl tile removal, reg 

master tiler, ph Dave 027 

334 4125 

WINDOW CLEANING 

Brown & White Ltd. 

Family owned since 2001. 

Ph Paul 027 229 3534 

CAR REMOVALS 

$$CASH PAID$$ 

CARS, VANS, UTES 

& 4X4 WANTED 

We use world class vehicle 

depollution systems 

0800 77 80 80 

www.pickapart.co.nz 

Public Notices 

Te Kura o Karamu 

Vehicles Wanted 


NZ OWNED 

AND 

OPERATED 

FOR 

24 YEARS 


MINOR 

AMENDMENT TO 

ENROLMENT ZONE 

The board of Weedons School has been asked by the Ministry 

of Education to make a minor amendment to our enrolment 

scheme. 

Under this amendment, we are proposing that students will 

be enrolled if they live within the home zone described on our 

website – www.weedons.school.nz 

The enrolment scheme, which includes a precise description 

of the home zone, may be viewed at the school office where 

copies of the scheme are also available. 

The enrolment of out-of-zone students is governed by the 

provisions of the Education Act 1989. 

Comments or any questions must be directed to the principal 

no later than 23rd September at office@weedons.school.nz or 

phone 3478 740. 

MILITARY EXERCISE 

West Melton Rifle Range 

29 August 2020 

The general public is to be advised that 

a NZ Army Exercise will be conducted in 

the West Melton Rifle Range area over 

the period 29 August 2020. 

The exercise will involve up to 40 

personnel from 2/4 Royal New Zealand 

Infantry Regiment, Burnham Military 

Camp. 

Training will involve soldiers throwing 

High Explosive Grenades on the 

West Melton ranges over the period 

10am – 4:30pm on the 29 August 2020. 

For more information please contact: 

Staff Sergeant Maurice Walker 

on 027 445 2611. 

Situations Vacant 

Food Production 

Worker 

Sockburn area, part time casual 

position with some flexibility. 

Own transport required, 

no qualifications necessary. 

Apply to 

gordonspickles@xtra.co.nz 

DRIVETECH LTD 

“TRAINING TOMORROWS DRIVERS TODAY” 

HEAVY TRAFFIC 

Class 2, 3, 4 & 5 Vehicle Recovery, Wheels, 

Tracks, Rollers & Dangerous Goods. 

FORKLIFT enDORseMenT (F & OsH) 

FORKLIFT (aTTaCHMenTs) u/sTD 

InTeResT FRee TIMe PayMenTs 

(Terms and conditions apply) 

CAR DRIVING LESSONS 

Beginners/Restricted/Full 

Our dual controlled car or your own car 

• Pre employment assessments 

• H&s Driver assessments 

• advanced Driver Training 

Courses in Christchurch, Invercargill, Cromwell 

& Mosgiel daily. Other areas by arrangement. 

8 Jipcho Road, Wigram, Christchurch 

FREEPHONE 0508 2 DRIVE (37483) or 03 348 8481 

info@drivetech.co.nz / www.drivetech.co.nz 


ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 

MONDAY 31ST AUGUST 2020 

7.30pm - Rolleston Community Centre 

Rolleston Drive, Rolleston 

If you wish to be become the Chairperson, Vice 

Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer or a Committee 

Member, our AGM is the place to register your interest. 

One of the main purposes of the Association is to 

provide, or assist in the provision of facilities, for 

community purposes in the Rolleton Township. We 

receive funding from the Selwyn District Council 

annually to do this. 

Michelle Jones, Chairperson 

021 186 8905 

Rolleston Residents Association Inc 

Te Taumutu Rūnanga Society Incorporated 

The Annual General Meeting for Te Taumutu 

Rūnanga Society Inc will be held at 10.00am, 

Sunday 13 September 2020. 

Order of business will include: 

• Business Arising 

• Presentation of the Annual Report 

• Financial Accounts 

• Appointment of Auditor 

• Election of Secretary 

• General Business 

At the conclusion of the AGM, the September general 

meeting will commence. All enquiries, please phone the 

office 03 371 2660. 

PLEASE NOTE: 

With the current uncertainty of COVID-19: 

• Alert Level 2 or greater, ngā hui will take place via 

ZOOM 

• Alert Level 1, the venue will be the marae. 

Details will be confirmed closer to the hui via the 

Taumutu Facebook page and by email.

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SELWYN TIMES 


Public Notice 

Notice of Intention to Take Land 

Prebbleton Intersection Upgrade Project, 


NOTICE is hereby given that Selwyn District Council proposes to take under the 

Public Works Act 1981 the land described in the Schedule to this notice (Land). 

The Land is required for construction of the Prebbleton Intersection Upgrade Project 

– Stage 1 (Project). More particularly, the Land is required for road for the Project. 

The Project is required to improve the safety and efficiency of the local road 

network by constructing two roundabouts at the intersections of Shands Road/ 

Blakes Road and Springs Road/Marshs Road. 

The owner of the Land and those persons with a registered interest in it have 

been served with notice of Selwyn District Council’s intention to take the Land and 

notified of their right to object. 

Any other person having the right to object may send a written objection to the 

Registrar, Environment Court, Environment Court, Justice & Emergency Services 

Precinct, 20 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, or by post to: WX11113, Christchurch 

or PO Box 2069, Christchurch 8013, within 20 working days after the date of 

publication of this notice. 

If any objection is made in accordance with this notice a public hearing will be held 

with the right of the objector to appear and be heard personally unless the objector 

otherwise requires and each objector will be informed of the time and place of the 

hearing. 

Any person requiring further information in respect of this advice should contact 

Tony Fraser, The Property Group Limited, Level 2, Lion House, 169 Madras Street, 

Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011. Postal Address: PO Box 7240 Sydenham, 

Christchurch 8240. Telephone: (03) 363 5907. 

Canterbury Land District – Selwyn District 

Schedule 

Area (ha) Description 

0.1095 Part Lot 1 Deposited Plan 23806 (Record of Title CB4C/363); 

shown as Section 7 on Survey Office Plan 550060. 

The land is located at 347 Marshs Road, Halswell, Christchurch. 

Dated at Rolleston this 7th day of August 2020 

David Ward 

Chief Executive Officer 

Public Notice 






The Land is required for construction of the Prebbleton Intersection Upgrade 

Project – Stage 1 (Project). More particularly, the Land is required for road for the 

Project. 















hearing. 






Schedule 


0.0085 Part Lot 1 Deposited Plan 82045 (Record of Title CB47B/792); 


The land is located at 407 Springs Road, Halswell, Christchurch. 


David Ward 


selwyn.govt.nz 



Prebbleton Intersection Upgrade 

Project, Selwyn District 



















hearing. 






Schedule 


0.2264 Part Lot 3 Deposited Plan 80303 (Record of Title CB46A/846); 


The land is located at 328 Marshs Road, Halswell, Christchurch. 


David Ward 























hearing. 






Schedule 


0.1578 Part Lot 1 Deposited Plan 46824 (Record of Title CB25F/1181); 


The land is located at 202 Blakes Road, Prebbleton, Christchurch. 


David Ward 



selwyn.govt.nz




Public Notice 






















hearing. 






Schedule 


0.1626 Part Lot 1 Deposited Plan 81701 (Record of Title CB46C/1093); 

shown as Section 3 on Survey Office Plan 550355 

0.0059 Part Lot 4 Deposited Plan 81701 (Record of Title CB46C/1096); 


The land is located off Shands Road, Prebbleton, Christchurch. 


David Ward 


Public Notice 






















hearing. 






Schedule 


0.1516 Part Lot 1 Deposited Plan 389232 (Record of Title 362961); 


The land is located at 99 Aberdeen Road, Prebbleton, Christchurch. 


David Ward 

























hearing. 






Schedule 


0.4121 Part Lot 2 Deposited Plan 49632 (Record of Title CB31K/460); 


0.0203 Part Lot 1 Deposited Plan 53489 (Record of Title CB31K/460); 


The land is located at 374 Springs Road, Prebbleton, Christchurch. 


David Ward 


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Located in the desirable Preston Downs with an easy commute 

to the city is this architecturally designed home by Art House 

Architects. Assisted by Frobisher interior design with an 

emphasis on quality fittings and furnishings the home is a delight 

to present to the market. 

The striking formal entrance welcomes you into a home that 

accommodates family and guests with its bedrooms at one wing and 

family living the other. Capturing natural sunlight the home offers a 

well proportioned open plan kitchen, dining and living space, further 

supported by the separate family lounge, office and guest toilet. The 

kitchen will impress with its walk-in pantry, engineered stone bench 

tops, induction hobs and quality finishings while the living spaces 

both enjoy access to the outdoor patio area via stacker doors and are 

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Family bedrooms are located at a separate wing of the home allowing 

the family members privacy, and are all generous sizes with quality 

drapes and fittings. The master sits north west facing and basks in 

sun with the indulgence of the walk through robe, dressing area and 

tiled ensuite bathroom. 

Outdoor entertaining transitions seamlessly from the living spaces 

and provides a private, sheltered space overlooking the garden area. 

Utility areas have been well thought out and accommodate the raised 

vege gardens, garden shed and utility area. 

Hide the boat/trailer behind the purpose built fence and still enjoy double 

car garaging and off street parking for a further three vehicles. 

Having loved this property, new plans are on the horizon and it is with 

pride the owners present this lovely home to the market for genuine sale. 

Auction: Wednesday 16th September at 2.00pm, 

Russley Golf Club, Memorial Ave (unless sold prior) 

Land Area: 1001 m² 

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Katie Harrison 

Contact: 

Mobile: 021 135 0887 

Phone: 03 347 4711 

Email: katie.harrison@harcourts.co.nz 

Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008 

22 Wilfield Drive, West Melton 

47 Melton Grange Road, West Melton 

5 Binyon Place, Rolleston 

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Picturesque, private, and peaceful 

The perfect mix! 

NEW LISTING 

NEW LISTING 

WEB ID ROU76613 

KIRWEE 

15 Dawn Place 

In this fast changing world, this property offers a 

peaceful and safe haven allowing the owners to be 

practically self-sufficient should they wish. Located just 

25 minutes from Christchurch International Airport, yet 

you will feel a world away from the hustle and bustle of 

the city in this rural idyll. The main home is warm and 

inviting with a large open plan. The spectacular garden 

has been lovingly tended by the current owners, 

originally designed to host Weddings. Whether you are 

looking for a private oasis or a business opportunity this 

property deserves you. 

DEADLINE SALE 

VIEW 30 Aug & 6 Sep 12.00 - 12.30pm & 30 Aug & 6 Sep 

2.00 - 2.30pm 

DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 10th September, 2020 at 

4.00pm, (unless sold prior) 

Karen Harper 

Mobile 027 444 1436 

karenh@pb.co.nz 

Space Galore and Room for the In-Laws 

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ROLLESTON 

7 Ragley Way 

The perfect mix of space and comfort. This functional 3 

bedroom modern home is just 8 mins walk from the 

Farringdon shops or 6 minutes walk to Lemonwood 

primary. Stay home and entertain in the beautiful 

kitchen which boasts tristone bench top, ceramic hob 

and wall oven and is shouldered either side by open plan 

living and dining which flow out to either the decking 

area or patio, giving options to follow the sun. This 

home is kept warm in winter and cool in summer with a 

heat pump and natural drapes. 

DEADLINE SALE 

VIEW Sunday 30 Aug 1.00 - 1.30pm 

DEADLINE SALE closes Wednesday 26th August, 2020 at 

2.00pm, (unless sold prior) 

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Mobile 021 548 777 

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1415 Coaltrack Road 

A lifestyle gem thats an absolute jewel in dual living 

where two detached properties on a sprawling one 

hectare holding delivers all the freedom of country living 

only 10 minutes from Darfield township. Sure to thrill 

with views to the Alps and Port Hills. A sensational 

opportunity to quit the city and come to the country 

where the kids can let rip on the dirt bikes, keep a sheep 

or pony or two with chook run, rustic man-cave, 3x2m 

greenhouse, vege beds and garden sheds. 

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Rolleston 

3-4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 

Suitable for wheelchair 

Price up to $560,000 

Contact 

Amanda Cherry 027 340 6955 

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Prebbleton 

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 

3 car garaging or extra o/s parking 

Mono pitch roof 


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Courtney Hopkins 027 291 8979 

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Prebbleton 

3-4 bedrooms 

Caravan parking preferred 

Section size above 600m2 

Price up to $750,000’s 

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Lincoln 


2 living areas 

Minimum 200m2 floor area 

Price early $600,000’s 

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Lincoln 

3 bedrooms 

1-2 living areas 

2 bathrooms 

Price mid $500,000’s - $600,000 

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Entry level lifestyle block 

3 bedrooms 

2 acres plus 

Price $500,000 - $580,000 

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Rolleston 

3 bedrooms, 1-2 living areas 

2 bathrooms, 2 car garaging 

Section 400m2 - 600m2 

Price $480,000 - $520,000 

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Rolleston 


2 living areas 


Contact 

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Rolleston/Halswell/Lincoln 

3-4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 

1 living/dining room 

Good size section, post earthquakes 

Price around $530,000 

Contact 

Kate Cameron 027 688 8057 

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Rolleston 

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living 

Newer or recently updated 

Section 1000m2 plus 

Price $700,000 - $750,000 

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Prebbleton/Lincoln/West 

Melton/Rolleston 

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living 

2 car garage, good storage 

Price $750,000 - $850,000 

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Rolleston 

Levi Park area 

3-4 bedrooms 

Price $600,000 - $650,000 

Contact 

Melanie Elliott 027 635 2643 

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West Melton 

4-5 bedrooms 

3 car garaging ideal 

Price $750,000 - $850,000 

Contact 



West Melton 

Home with reserve/rural view 

4-5 bedrooms 

Price $900,000 - $1,200,000 

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West Melton 

4 bedrooms 

Log burner ideal 

Section 800m2 - 1300m2Price 

$750,000 - $825,000 

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2-3 bedrooms 

Good size section to fit a trampoline 

Price $350,000 - $400,000 

Contact 

Leisa Webster 027 722 5537 

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Rolleston 

3-4 bedrooms 

Newish property, nice spec 

House size larger than 180m2 


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Rolleston 

4 bedroom spacious home 

Levi Park area, suitable for wheelchair 

Section over 1000m2 


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Rolleston 


Less than 5 years old 

Easy care section 

Price $520,000 

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Rolleston 

3 bedrooms for first home buyers 

Large section 

Older part of Rolleston 


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Marketing your property – 

what does it mean? 

Marketing a property is more than presentation and advertising. 

Conceptually, marketing is identifying 

what prospective buyers are looking for 

then providing this. For example, larger 

homes and sections may appeal more 

to families. Young couples starting out, 

generally have tight budgets leading 

them to smaller properties, while older 

people may be looking to downsize. 

Brand new has a particular appeal 

however there will always be a market for 

established homes. Having a picture in 

your mind of the type of buyer will help 

in determining the features to emphasise. 

If repairs and maintenance need to be 

carried out before putting the property 

on the market, seek the advice of a real 

estate agent. They can advise on what 

tasks are worth completing and what 

might be unnecessary expense. 

Installing a new kitchen or changing 

the carpet may lift the house but will 

the expense be recouped in the sale 

price? On the other hand, modernising 

an outdated kitchen or bathroom could 

make a huge difference to the look of 

the place. Avoid going overboard unless 

the capital value of properties in the area 

justifies this. 

Real estate agents are in contact with 

prospective buyers so aware of what they 

are looking for. Draw on their expertise 

and advice to help make the most of the 

selling opportunity. 

Establishing a relevant and fair price 

for a property is important. Most 

agents calculate this based on the price 

properties in the area have sold for, and 

what a particular property has to offer. 

A unique or exceptional property may 

justify a higher price, though run-down 

properties can gain more than they 

appear to merit. This might be due to the 

area or other factors that suggest a good 

investment. 

When promoting a property, mix it up 

and be creative so your property stands 

out from the rest. TradeMe is a must; 

checked by most people looking to buy. 

Present the features the property offers as 

benefits to potential buyers. 

Erect a sign outside the property. 

People stop and look at photographs and 

this might spark sufficient interest for 

them to visit an open home. Spending 

a fortune on massive advertising 

campaigns in every media might seem a 

way to attract potential buyers but may 

be an unnecessary expense without the 

return. A better philosophy could be a 

little often. This will depend on the value 

of the property, your budget and how 

best to reach target buyers. 

Buyer perception is also significant. 

For example, properties that sit for a 

while can become stale. Resting the 

property by taking it off the market for 

a short time, then relisting perhaps in 

spring or when sales in the area appear 

to lift a little, can make a difference. 

However, if a property does not sell 

immediately there is no need for panic or 

dropping the price. It may simply be that 

the right buyer has not yet come along. If 

the mix is right your property will sell.

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NEW LISTING 

NEW LISTING 

Boundary lines are indicative only 

Leeston 543 Drain Road 

Southbridge 38 Hastings Street 

Leisure, land and lifestyle 

near Leeston 

Representing the perfect rural retreat upon a 1.265ha 

lifestyle block, this four-bedroom property offers 

space and superb leisure facilities which will attract 

buyers looking to settle near Leeston. A real drawcard 

to this property is its outdoor living and entertaining 

opportunities with the grounds coming complete with 

numerous alfresco areas, a grass tennis court and 

swimming pool, while there is also ample space to 

accommodate animals with three fenced paddocks, 

woodshed, hayshed and two stock sheds. 

4 2 2 3 

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 

1pm, Tue 8 Sep 2020 

View Sun 1-2pm 

Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519 

suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz 

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008 

Room to move and improve 

Positioned upon a substantial parcel of land in central 

Southbridge, this permanent material home is 

brimming with potential and will undoubtedly appeal 

to both first-time buyers and investors. 

Occupying an 809sqm section, this 1960s brick home 

features a practical layout and original decor that 

would respond superbly to modern enhancement. 

The open-plan kitchen and dining area is 

complemented by a large lounge that extends out to 

the deck and spacious grounds where there is further 

scope to update and add value. 

3 2 1 2 


1pm, Thu 10 Sep 2020 

3 Deans Ave, Chch 

View Sun 1-1.30pm 

John Bailey 027 893 0234 

john.bailey@bayleys.co.nz 

Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519 

suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz 


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NEW LISTING 

West Melton 4/349 West Melton Road 

Setting the bar high 

Designed to exceed every expectation, this spectacular 505sqm approx Oamaru stone and cedar clad home 

accommodates modern lifestyles. Four living spaces, an office and all bedrooms are on the ground floor while the 

upper level is reserved for yet another living area/games room/home office with balcony access. The sheltered 

grounds include a sunken BBQ area, saltwater swimming pool and multiple raised vegetable beds. Accessed by an 

idyllic tree-lined driveway the 4.4 hectare property also hosts established shelter on all boundaries, five paddocks 

ideal for those with horses along with a set of cattle yards. Conveniently positioned between West Melton and 

Rolleston with an easy commute into the city. This is a magnificent rural retreat offering the ultimate in space and 

indulgence! 


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1pm, Thu 17 Sep 2020 


Chris Jones 027 220 5043 

chris.jones@bayleys.co.nz 

Sam Sidey 027 346 3500 

sam.sidey@bayleys.co.nz 

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008 

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FINAL NOTICE 

How to stay 

warm and dry 

West Melton 34 Mckays Road 

Stylish living, sweeping views 

Visual magnificence defines this immaculately 

presented contemporary home on 4ha with endless 

views extending to the snow-capped Southern Alps. 

Bordered on all sides by established shelter belts, the 

land is fenced into one large paddock with a multi-use 

four-bay shed. Located within six minutes of quality 

schooling, sporting facilities and every day amenities 

of West Melton township, and only half an hour from 

Christchurch city. This perfect lifestyle retreat will be 

hard to resist! 


4 2 2 3 


1pm, Wed 2 Sep 2020 


Chris Jones 027 220 5043 

chris.jones@bayleys.co.nz 

Sam Sidey 027 346 3500 

sam.sidey@bayleys.co.nz 


Kiwi homes contain hidden health 

dangers. Yet first aid for unhealthy 

homes needn’t cost a fortune. It can 

make a home more saleable as well as a 

healthier place to live. 

Many older homes are cold and damp 

and sometimes have other hazards such 

as lead-based paint and asbestos. 

There are a number of steps to take to 

make your home more healthy. 

They include behavioural change, 

the cheapest way to make your home 

healthier is to open windows to 

ventilate. 

If you’re out a lot, but want to increase 

natural ventilation buy some security 

window stays or locks that allow you 

to leave windows slightly open when 

you’re out. This can be a lot cheaper to 

buy and run than high-tech systems. 

If nothing else, insulate the ceiling 

and under the house. The Energy 

Efficiency and Conservation Authority 

(EECA) has information on its website 

about funding grants available through 

the Warm Up New Zealand campaign. 

A heat pump will warm and ventilate 

rooms in the winter and cool them in 

the summer. 

EECA suggests a number of different 

options for secondary glazing, which 

is cheaper than retrofitting double 

glazing. 

Alternatives include DIY window 

insulation, aluminium framed 

secondary glazing on the inside of 

the existing glazing, or acrylic sheets 

attached internally. 

Healthy homes aren’t just about 

insulation and moisture removal. 

Using fewer toxic chemicals can make 

your home healthier to live in. Parents 

of young children sometimes worry 

about exposure to chemicals as do 

asthma sufferers. 

Dust mites can make a home 

unhealthy to live in. Use a hepa filter on 

your vacuum cleaner or at least vacuum 

more often and empty the bag between 

cleans. 

Decluttering as well reduces the 

places that dust can build up. 

ALTOGETHER 

BETTER 

Ben Turner 

027 530 1400 

Chris Jones 

027 220 5043 

Jo McIntosh 

027 384 4279 

Kevin Jenkins 

027 577 4232 

We’re extremely proud of our talented Selwyn Team. 

The highly skilled salespeople 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. 

Selling your property? Contact your local Bayleys expert. 

Adrienne Goodeve 

021 977 877 

Bianca Davidson 

027 322 9055 

Craig Blackburn 

027 489 7225 

Emma Groom 

027 555 1075 

Bayleys Darfield 03 975 4559 

Bayleys Leeston 03 375 4700 

bayleys.co.nz 

WHALAN & PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008 

Evan Marshall 

027 221 0910 

Haley Smith 

027 341 3846 

John Bailey 

027 893 0234 

Nathan Collett 


Sam Sidey 

027 346 3500 

Sandy Butterick 


Suzy McPherson 

027 695 0519 

Tim Dyer 

027 495 0979 

Urszula Bedggood 

027 338 7889 

Residential / Commercial / Rural / Lifestyle

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 

in the Selwyn District 

Effectively siting 

your new home 

Capitalise on park settings. 

Add in off-street parking. 

Position outdoor living north/north-west. 

The way a house is sited on a section 

influences the amount of sun entering 

the home and whether there is a warm, 

outdoor living area. 

For maximum free energy from the sun 

(especially in winter) and sunny outdoor 

living spaces, the house should be north/ 

north-west orientated. Direction of 

prevailing winds is also valid, especially 

when determining distances from 

boundary fences. An area not so pleasant 

in winter might be a refuge from the hot 

north-west winds in summer. Future use 

of the outdoor space for entertaining or al 

fresco dining might also mean choosing 

a spot close to the kitchen. Clever design 

can achieve a sheltered sunny living area. 

If having an outlook from each room 

is important, siting back from boundary 

fences will allow a garden to provide a 

green outlook. If the section offers a view 

over a park or reserve, outdoor living 

spaces might capitalise on this, with a 

pleasurable setting created while adding 

capital value to the home. 

Council land zoning determines the 

percentage of a section allowed to be built 

on, and the distance a building must be 

from each boundary. This is determined 

by the recession plane; determined by the 

house roof height and how this impacts 

on the sun received in a neighbouring 

property. Garages generally can be built 

closer to a fence and the front of the 

section. 

Ideally, the garage will be sited on 

the south/south-east side of the house, 

depending on the section’s orientation. 

Whether the garage door faces the street 

or yard will be influenced by the house 

plan and personal preference. Increasing 

the size of the driveway provides more offstreet 

parking though costs more. 

Remember too, that a house with 

street appeal can be easier to sell. Large 

windows, variation in cladding and 

landscaping can all add to its appeal. 

It is wise to gain the developer’s approval 

before applying for building consent 

and construction begins as sub-division 

covenants must also be observed. These 

address house size permissible given a 

section’s size, the home’s architectural 

elements, driveway accessibility, front 

of section landscaping, and caravan/ 

motorhome parking. The latter is usually 

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street, leading to the need to allocate 

parking for such, behind an internal fence. 

When choosing a section, as well as 

determining the size of home to be built 

on it, consider the amount of outdoor 

living space you want as well as what you 

need space for on your land. Work with 

your designer and builder. Walk round 

your section with them, and discuss how 

the house design you want could best be 

positioned. 

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Jennian Homes 

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2 Thornborough Drive 

The Borough 

Open Saturday to Sunday 

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New Display Home Now Open 

Woodend 

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Ashburton 

Whiteoak Grove, Oaklea 

Development, Tinwald 

Open Wednesday & Thursday 

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First Homes 

St Albans 

39 Sherborne Street 

Phone 021 575 545 1480 

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Signature Homes 

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97 Ledbury Drive, Faringdon 


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Falcons Landing, Rolleston 

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Prestons Park 

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Contact Mike: (03) 364 7406 

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Infiltrating every arena of our lives, technology 

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economy, comfort, and safety are cornerstones 

of the technological advancements that are 

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make our homes a haven from, and connected to, 

the outside world. 

Biometric fingerprint security systems, key 

cards, and voice-activated lighting were once 

only seen on the seemingly fantastical movies 

of 20 years ago. Today, however, they have all 

come to fruition on the home front, the realm 

of possibilities seems limited only by one's 

imagination. 

Smart home technology has filtered through 

all aspects of our lives, which promises greater 

comfort, safety, economy, efficiency, and overall 

enjoyment of the world in which we live. 

Smarter building materials, smarter 

architectural design, smarter appliances, 

Smarter homes 

and smarter software systems that offer fully 

integrated multi-sensory platforms are being 

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heads around how to operate them. 

So, what is your home missing that could 

deliver optimal comfort beyond your wildest 

dreams? For those of us who spend long periods 

away from home on business, remote-access 

security cameras are becoming a popular 

commodity. 

Cameras placed in and around your home 

can be controlled and viewed via a remotely 

connected device so no matter where you are in 

the world you can have peace of mind that when 

you return everything will be just as you left it. 

Home security systems can also welcome you 

home at the end of every day with intelligent 

preset computer modules. On your approach the 

garage door opens, the driveway is sufficiently 

illuminated and the alarm system is deactivated. 

When receiving visitors, automated lighting 

Call Andrew on 027 220 6558 

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can be activated above the door when the buzzer 

is pressed and crystal-clear video monitors now 

give you the ability to zoom in with touch-screen 

controls and developments in sound technology 

are able to negate background noise for optimal 

audio communication. 

Automated lighting is another smart feature 

that is becoming more and more commonplace 

in households around the world. Easily integrated 

into existing homes, most automated lighting 

systems are controlled from a central panel or via 

a smart mobile device. 

LED lights enable you to control colour, 

brightness, and efficiency, depending on the 

mood and task at hand, while automated controls 

can even make adjustments based on changing 

conditions like occupancy or daylight availability, 

saving money in the long run. 

Whatever the future holds, it promises to 

change the world as we know it. 

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Ray White Rolleston 


Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 

7 Oaktree Lane, Rolleston 


83 Sabys Road, Halswell 


27 Lydiard Drive, Rolleston 


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Ray White Lincoln 



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19 Ridgeway Avenue, Rolleston 


1 Lignite Drive, Rolleston 


11 Armil Place, Lincoln 


39 Bradbury Ave, Rolleston 


58B Ward Street, Addington 


37 Seymour Drive, Rolleston 


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Matson & Allan Rolleston 

332 Dunns Crossing Road, Rolleston 


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Matson & Allan Darfield 

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34 Manor Drive, Rolleston 


3 Christie Place, Rolleston 


20 New Creek Mews, Rolleston 


8 Rossingon Drive, West Melton 


33 Fairmont Rise, West Melton 


273 Jowers Road, West Melton 

Ray White West Melton 

4/349 West Melton Road, West Melton 

Bayleys Canterbury 

38 Hastings Street, Southbridge 


7 Ragley Way, Rolleston 


543 Drain Road, Leeston 


93 Kemble Drive, Rolleston 


3 Taiaroa Place, Southbridge 

Matson & Allan Leeston 

36 Shillingford Boulevard, Rolleston 




89 Durey Road, Lincoln 


29 Brook Street, Southbridge 


48 Kemble Drive, Rolleston 


17 McHugh Crescent, Darfield 


23 Armack Drive, Rolleston 


39 Bradbury Ave, Rolleston 


16 Barcote Lane, Rolleston 


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3A Taiaroa Place, Southbridge 


13 Northmoor Boulevard, Rolleston 


34 Mckays Road, West Melton 


15 Dawn Place, Kirwee 


184 Gilmours Road, Tai Tapu 


62 Dryden Avenue, Rolleston 


22 Pollock Place, Rolleston 


122 Lowes Road, Rolleston 


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44 Fairfield Way, Rolleston 


38 Lanner Drive, Rolleston 


65 Overbury Crescent, Rolleston 




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75 Cowans Road, Leeston 


10 Rembrandt Drive, Rolleston 


2373 Bealey Road, Hororata 


11C Brook Street, Southbridge 


4 Rossall Crescent, Rolleston 


2/7 Curletts Road, Sockburn 


6 Shadbolt Lane, Rolleston 


23 Byron Street, Rolleston 


CHECK OUT THE SELWYN 

TIMES PROPERTY DIRECTORY 

EVERY WEDNESDAY FOR THE 

BEST OF PROPERTY IN THE 

SELWYN DISTRICT 

For full details of all 

Open Homes, please 

contact the Real 

Estate companies 

RAY WHITE 


www.rwrolleston.co.nz 

West Melton 03 347 9933 

www.rwwestmelton.co.nz 

Lincoln 03 325 7299 

www.rwlincoln.co.nz 

PROPERTY BROKERS 

www.propertybrokers.co.nz 


Darfield 03 975 4506 

Leeston 03 929 0306 

Lincoln 03 595 6954 

HARCOURTS 

www.fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz 

Harcourts Hornby 03 349 9919 

Harcourts Rolleston 03 347 4711 

Harcourts Lincoln 03 662 9933 


www.marealestate.co.nz 


Darfield 03 318 8204 

Leeston 03 324 3704 

BAYLEYS CANTERBURY www.bayleys.co.nz 03 375 4700 

SELLING YOUR HOME? 

Potential buyers are likely to be living in your 

neighbourhood, it’s an area that they already love and 

are actively seeking to stay in. That’s why it makes sense 

to advertise your property in the Selwyn Property Guide. 

We are the only media 

that reaches across the 

entire Selwyn District. 

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Arthur’s Pass 

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Springfield 

Glentunnel DarfieldTempleton 

Rolleston 

Burnham Lincoln 

Dunsandel Tai Tapu 

Leeston 

For cost effective, highly targeted advertising that 

delivers results, contact a local Real Estate Company 

that advertises in the Selwyn Property Guide.

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M-A 


REAL ESTATE LIMITED 

‘The 


Experts’ 

Residential 

Lifestyle 

Rural Property 

Licensed REAA2008 

NEW LISTING 

OPEN HOME 

NEW LISTING 

OPEN HOME 

SOUTHBRIDGE - 11C Brook Street 

COMMITTED VENDOR LOOKING FOR OFFERS 

ROLLESTON - 44 Fairfield Way 

IMMACULATE AND SOUGHT AFTER 

• 200m 2 (approx.) four bedroom home 

• Two bathrooms including ensuite 

• Two living areas including dining area 

• Large modern kitchen and dining area 

• Log burner and heat pump 

• Well positioned for all day sun 

• Spacious 1290m 2 (approx.) section 

• Very private location 

Viewing: Sun 2.45 – 3.15pm 

Price: By Negotiation 

View: www.marealestate.co.nz/MA0772 

Stephan Knowler 

027 229 9522 

stephan@marealestate.co.nz 

• Stunning and Immaculate property 

• Four double bedrooms 

• Large master with ensuite and walk in robe 

• Separate office/study 

• Two spacious living areas 

• Modern kitchen with dual ovens and reputable 

appliances 

• North facing living areas 

• Superb outdoor living 

• Large 800sqm private and established section 

• West Rolleston school zone 


Price: Neg over $565,000 


Jackie Derrick 

027 636 3576 

jackie@marealestate.co.nz 

OPEN HOME 

OPEN HOME 

ROLLESTON - 133A Brookside Road 

RISE ABOVE IN QUALITY 

ROLLESTON - 1/1135 Goulds Road 

PEACEFUL HAVEN IN A SUPERB SETTING 

• Exceptional design and build 

• Generous 230sqm (approx.) floor plan 

• Three double bedrooms (large sizes) 

• Over sized master bedroom with decadent ensuite 

• Two separate living areas 

• Stunning kitchen with reputable appliances 

• Quality fixtures and fittings throughout 

• Luxurious main bathroom 

• Separate laundry 

• Oversized garage & Automatic gates 


Price: $685,000 



027 636 3576 


• Superb 3919m 2 (approx.) established and private section 

• Four double bedrooms 

• Master bedroom with ensuite 

• Tw o separate living areas 

• Large functional and chic kitchen 

• Log burner and two heat pumps 

• Separate laundry 

• I n ground swimming pool 

• Enviable location 

• Clearview Primary School zone & 

walking distance to Rolleston College 

Deadline Sale: All offers to be presented on or 

before 4pm Wednesday 26 August 2020 

(Unless Sold Prior) 

Viewing: Sun12.45 – 1.15pm 



027 636 3576 


OPEN HOME 

OPEN HOME 

ROLLESTON - 93 Kemble Drive 

BRAND SPANKING NEW! 

KIRWEE - 12 De Renzie Place 

IT’S GOT IT ALL 

• Brand new 170sqm (approx.) home 

• Wonderful street appeal 

• Large open plan living area 

• Modern kitchen with walk in pantry 

• Three double bedrooms 

• Master suite with ensuite and walk in robe 

• Good internal storage 

• Low maintenance easy care section 

• North facing outdoor entertaining area 

• Desirable location 


Price: Neg Over $515,000 



027 636 3576 


• Three bedroom low maintenance 130m 2 (approx.) home 

• Large 1072m 2 (approx.) fully fenced section 

• Two living areas 

• Large log fire 

• New carpet 

• Large entertainers deck 

• Well landscaped section 


Price: Neg Over $450,000 


Paul Robinson 


paul@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 


027 636 3576 

Jo Barrett 

021 859 006 

Stephan Knowler 

027 229 9522 

Cameron McRae 

027 769 6696 

Paul Robinson 


Bronwyn van der Pol 

022 073 7757

Selwyn Times: August 26, 2020

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