North Canterbury News: September 24, 2020

Outdoor spring burns
worry local firefighters
By ROBYN BRISTOW
Fire and EmergencyNew
Zealand (FENZ)iscalling on
Cantabrians to thinkbefore
lighting fires as spring’s
nor’westwinds and dry
weather kickin.
Canterbury PrincipalRural
Fire Officer Bruce Janes says
windsand dry conditions
create the perfect recipe for
firestoget out of control.
‘‘We knowalot of land
managers have been
undertakingpre­planned
burnsoverthe last coupleof
months, but we just want to
remind themtobecareful
aboutconditions if theyhave
any moreplanned overthe
next monthorsix weeks.
‘‘We are expectingsummerlike
conditions to hit earlier
than previousyears,socaution
and care are needed when
planningand undertaking the
burn,’’ he says.
FENZisalso calling for
caution if peoplehave had a
fireinthe pastweek or so.
Withhigh winds forecast, it is
important to ensure there are
no hot embers remaining,even
if it means turning over the fire
and pouring water on the ashes
to prevent flare­ups in a
howlinggale.
FENZwarnsthat fires in
nor’west winds limits its
resources, with aircraftnot
abletohelp in highwinds.
If anyone is planning afire,
FENZwouldlike to be
informed about howbig it is
expected to be, what timeit
was going to be lit, and if there
was any way FENZ could help.
‘‘Wecan help with reviewing
weather patterns and
identifying safe areas to burn.
It is also important to be aware
of the weather conditions in
the days after your planned
burn, as fires could easily flare
up.’’
UV water unit for Hanmer
Drinkingwater safety
standardsinthe Hurunui
District are keepingupwith
the latest technology.
The council recently
installed anew ultraviolet
(UV) disinfection unit for
Hanmer Springs.
Before the water reaches
households, it is exposed to
Guinea pig show
The organisation North
Canterbury Guinea Pigs
will hold anational guinea
pig show on Saturday,
October 24, from 10am to
3pm, at Woodend. There
will also be local events for
enthusiasts at 38 Rangiora
Woodend Road. Entry is by
gold coin entry. For
enquiries, ring Jenny on
(021) 145 7245.
Stage musical
The Hartley School of
Performing Arts will be
performing its wholeschool
production, The
Lion, the Witch and the
Wardrobe,atthe Rangiora
Town Hall. It will be
performed in six shows,
with daily shows at 2pm
from Wednesday,
September 30, to Saturday,
October 3, and two evening
shows from 7.30pm on
Thursday and Friday. The
show celebrates 25 years of
business for the school. It is
suitable for children of all
ages. Children aged seven
and under must be
accompanied by an adult.
Running time is around 140
minutes. Tickets cost $15
each or $55 for afamily of
four, plus abooking fee.
They are available at Town
Hall Cinemas, over the
counter, and online at
townhallcinemas.co.nz/
live­shows.
Ohoka School plant sale
The Ohoka School, on
Jacksons Road, will hold a
plant sale on Sunday,
UV light at aspecified
wavelength, which kills
bacteriaand protozoa.
Chief operations officer
Dan Harris said the unit
meets drinking water
standards. UV intensity is
continuously monitored and
alarmed, ensuring that the
water being supplied is safe.
October 18, from 10am to
1pm. Entry is free. More
than 15,000 plants will be
for sale at prices starting
from $2. There will be
hedging, natives, grasses,
trees, awide variety of
perennials, edibles, and
flower and vegetable
seedlings. Bring atrailer.
Check out the Ohoka
School Plant Sale on
Facebook.
Repurpose expo
An expo aimed at sharing
ways to look after and
transform objects and
materials, to save
resources and reduce
waste will be held at the
Amberley Domain on
Saturday, September 26,
from 12.30pm to 4.30pm.
Upholsterer Nigel Cook
will make achair from
recycled components and
artist Mark Lander will
make paper from flax fibre
and cotton rags, alongside
30­plus other creative folk
who will showcase their
arts and crafts. Repairers
will offer basic repair,
sharpening and mending
services for tools,
machinery, bikes, clothes,
and household items (not
electrical appliances).
Entry is $5 per person.
Children are free.
Refreshments are
included. Facebook: Time­
Bank Hurunui. Contact:
(03) 314 3406, (027) 524 7332,
or send an email to:
tbhlearningexchange@
gmail.com.
Situations Vacant
PEOPLE wanted for traffic
control work, factory
work and labouring roles.
A variety of shifts and
hours. We also do CVs.
Superior Personnel, phone
313 6180, unit 1/6 Cone St,
Rangiora. Or see
www.superiorpersonnel.co.nz.
MUSICAL
DIRECTOR
The North Canterbury
Academy of Music Inc
(NCAM)
currently has avacancy
for a Musical Director
to join our small and
dedicated team. Based
in Rangiora, the position
is for 4 hours per
week during term time.
Please see our website
www.ncam.ac.nz/
faculty-vacancies
for a full job description.
If interested please
email acovering letter
to
enquiry@ncam.ac.nz
Applications close
Friday 9th October
Situations Wanted
SEMI-RETIRED seeking
part-time weekday driving
/deliveries /courier type
work or open to offers.
Holds licence 1,2,4,6,F,R,
T,W,P endorsement. Excellent
work ethic, reliable and
honest Please phone Eric
027 600 9430.
Livestock
HOMEKILL
&Wild Game
Meat Processing
313 0022
2309602MEAT2U.NZ
WANTED
CULL COWS
Injured –ok
0272-63-28-28
2310154
Cars Wanted
CASH 4CARS
and 4WD'S
Phone
Automotive
Parts
03 313 7216
CARS, vans, 4WD’s
wanted for dismantling or
repair. Phone 027 258
8366.
CASH /CASH ! for any
unwanted vehicles, ph 03
347 9354 or 027 476 2404.
Wanted To Buy
BUYING estate type old
china, crystal, collectables,
vases. Ph 027 350 3963, or
313 1878.
VINYL RECORDS
wanted by collector /seller.
7&12 inch LP’S, happy to
appraise. Also old guitars
or amps -working, broken.
Retro toys, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s
&hot wheels &matchbox
as well. Please call Paul
022 694 5445.
$$$
Amalgamated Scrap Metal
Ltd. Specialists in farm
machineryand farm clean
ups, old vehicles etc.
100% locally owned.
Ph 0800 030 712 or
027 695 0480.
2312759
Situations Vacant
Customer Service /Administration Superstar
Amberley Based -30Hours per week
Monday –Friday9am –3.30pm
•Help us to deliver an exceptional customer experience
•Fast pacedand complex administration environment
Youwill be working in abusy,and challenging environment
where attention to detail is essential and communication
is key.
This is an important new role needing someone with great
people skills, who is resilient, efficient, enthusiastic and
quick to pick up and retain information.
Experience inadministration and front of house service is
essential -asisacan-do attitude, strong work ethic and
willingnesstolearn!
Ideal applicants will have:
Strong computer skills -includingMicrosoftOffice Suite
Excellent communication skills,both written and verbal
The ability to multitask and work to deadlines with
attention to detailand accuracy
Adesire to exceed expectations and become avaluable
partofacommitted team
Reliability, responsibility and the ability to convey a
professional corporate appearance atall times
If you’re looking for avaried, rewarding position that will
see you kept on your toes... you’ve come to the right place!
Applicants for this position should live locally, have NZ
residency or avalid NZ work visa and be non-smokers.
Formore informationplease email
Cynthia.otto@hurunui.govt.nz.
To apply for this job go to: http://hdcjobs.co.nz/Vacancies
&enter ref code: 5214368.
Applications close 04 October 2020
North Canterbury
NEWS &CLASSIFIEDS
North Canterbury News, September 24, 2020
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Citizens Advice Bureau North Canterbury
is looking for volunteers
Can you…
Solve problems? Do you…
Enjoy client liaison? Are you…
Ready to keep learning? Do you…
Value confidentiality?
Interested? Do you have a…
Confident telephone approach and
Excellent internet research skills?
At CAB we aim to give the best SERVICE
to everyone who needs our help.
Come and join us?
Application formavailable on
https://www.cab.org.nz/location/cab-north-canterbury
or collect from our office in the Rangiora Library,
141 Percival Street, Rangiora. Tel: 03 313 8822.
Applications close on Friday,16October 2020.
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Wanting to buy or
sell something?
Advertiseinour
classified section
Phone Amanda 3132840 or
email info@ncnews.co.nz
For Sale
WOODEN PALLETS
1.2m by 1m, excellent condition,
$8 each. Please
phone 027 440 1230.
Educational
TUITION available. Primary
and secondary to
NCEA level 3. Math, Literacy
and Science (NCEA).
Each student on an individually,
tailoured programme.
Kip McGrath
Rangiora has been serving
the local community for 30
years. Give us a call or
book your free assessment
online 03 313 3638 https:/
/www.kipmcgrath.co.nz/rangiora.
For Sale
HONEY 4kg bucket
cooking honey, $30 special.
Available at Gracebrook,
Amberley. Telephone 03
314 7076.
Entertainment
TRADITIONAL Dutch
Music Concert, at the
Balcairn Hall, 4 Ashby
Road, Balcairn, Sunday
27th September 2pm, tickets
$10 adult, $5 student
from Blackwells Kaiapoi,
Artisan Rangiora, Sally
Macs Amberley. Limited
door sales / Dutch afternoon
tea. Internet bookings,
updates and enquiries to
deb.vink406@gmail.com.
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Kaiapoi Christadelphians
“The Key of Knowledge ..“(Luke 11:52)
BRITAININBIBLE
PROPHECY
This is acomprehensive examination of
the scriptures to find evidence that Britain
is mentioned and has asignificant part to
play regarding Israel. The nation of Tarshish
is mentioned often in the Bible. Does it give
clues to point to who this power is? Careful
reading leads to the answers.
DVD presentation:
Sunday 27th September -7.00pm
Kaiapoi Community Centre -Sewell Street
Information -phone 03 352 5453
Website -bibletruthandprophecy
2316766
First Aid Training
Meditrain South Central
are conducting Workplace
(one day) and Refresher First
Aid training (half day)
in Rangiora on:
Tuesday 6 th October
To enroll onto these courses
or for further details,
please contact us on
0508 428 428 or book on-line at:
www.meditrain-sc.co.nz/bookings.html
Meditrain is registered with NZQA as a Private
Training Establishment (PTE).
Our courses are recognised by the Ministry of
Education and meet the minimum workplace
requirements specified by Worksafe NZ.
2315606
Entertainment
Kun je zingen? Zing dan mee!
NEDERLANDS MUSIC CONCERT
MADE IN HOLLAND presents:
Traditional Dutch music
singalong and fun!
at BALCAIRN HALL,
4Ashby Road, Balcairn
Sunday, 27September
2.00 pm.
Tickets $10 adult,
$5 Dutch afternoon tea
Text 027 625 6485 to
reserve door sale /ticket enquiries
Garage Sales
78 MAYS ROAD, Leithfield.
Saturday 26th Sept,
9am -12noon. Small farm
and building tools, lambing
trailer for quad bike, tailing
irons (gas), wooden
ladders, paper back and
hardcover books (many NZ
history).
Public Notices
Pets
BICHON HOMESTAY
for smaller dogs. We look
after your dog in our home.
"No kennels". Phone today
03 314 6110.
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