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• By Samantha Mythen
RESCUERS HAVE described
how they saved eight people
from a boat fire in Lyttelton
Harbour.
Kim Clinch, acting
commodore of the Charteris
Bay Yacht Club, was on a
moored boat running a
regatta when she saw the
boat in distress. She phoned
emergency services.
“We saw it unfold, starting
with seeing smoke. Our most
important priority is to save
lives first, rescues are a part of
what we do and so the regatta
support boat – a rib [rigid
inflatable boat] – headed over
to the boat,” she said.
The club’s support crew,
including Steve Palmer, were
first on the scene.
Palmer had been watching
over the February 6 regatta
when he first noticed the
smoking boat.
He jokingly asked his
fellow support crew whether
it was a fire or an out-ofcontrol
barbecue. They soon
realised it was serious and
headed to the boat, about 2min
away from their position.
•Turn to page 4
DESTROYED: Thick
black smoke spread
across Lyttelton
Harbour after the boat
caught fire and sank.
PHOTOS: KIM CLINCH
Teenager
fined for
risky stunt
through
tunnel
• By Samantha Mythen
AN 18-YEAR-OLD has been
fined and severely reprimanded
for risking his life by riding
on the back of a moving freight
truck through the Lyttelton
tunnel.
The truck was carrying a 40ft
container to its Lyttelton port destination
after 11pm on Thursday.
It had stopped at the entrance
to the Lyttelton tunnel on the
Christchurch side due to tunnel
maintenance.
The teenager was a passenger in
a burgundy Mazda3 which had
stopped behind the truck.
While they were stationary, the
teenager jumped onto the back of
the container, where he perched
on the edge. After the lane was
opened, the truck continued on
through the tunnel.
The truck driver was unable
to see him due to the position
of the container. The driver of a
pilot vehicle noticed the teenager
as the truck pulled up to the port
gates.
The teenager then jumped off
and quickly ran up the road.
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BARNETT PARK users are
disappointed three large rocks
that tumbled onto the park from
Clifton Hill during the February
22, 2011 earthquake have been
removed.
The rocks have been taken to
the Te Pae convention centre by
Ōtākaro Ltd, the Government
agency responsible for anchor
projects in the central city. They
will be used as part of the landscaping.
The city council said
yesterday it gave permission
for Ōtākaro Ltd to remove the
rocks.
“The community was
not consulted over their
removal, however, their
presence in Barnett Park was
only temporary – they were
originally put in a pile here
by the council following the
earthquakes,” a city council
spokesperson said.
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They were also a good memory
keeper of the Christchurch
earthquakes,” she said.
The rocks had become a natural
playground for children to
climb on.
People also liked to have their
photo taken while posing on the
rocks.
Mt Pleasant resident Amanda
Rudkin lived on Clifton Hill
before the earthquake still regularly
visits the park with her two
children, Quinn and Ava.
“The rocks are an iconic part
of the community,” she said.
“They weren’t just rocks to
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the locals, they were part of
our earthquake story and the
children loved them for climbing
so they had an connection too. It
was great for kids to have natural
resources to climb.”
Rudkin said Ava were “quite
upset” when they watched the
rocks being loaded onto a truck
on Monday.
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• Quake pub reopens, p5
Firefighters rescue
curious cat Coco
• By Samantha Mythen
A PURR-FECT rescue by
members of the Diamond
Harbour Volunteer Fire Brigade
meant a cat-strophe was quickly
averted.
On Friday, Jill Mehalski,
SUCCESS: Diamond
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Brigade member Jim
Pollard enjoys a cuddle with
cheeky Coco.
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water tank on her property.
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when her ragdoll Cookie had
also got itself trapped in the
same place.
After trying to reach a neighbour
for help to no avail, Mehalski
knew who to call to the
rescue. She promptly got a hold
of the volunteer fire brigade.
“They must have thought: ‘Oh
not again,’ after I rang them,”
laughed Mehalski.
Nathan Graham, chairman
of the Diamond Harbour Resident’s
Association, navigated the
tricky rescue.
Coco was soon back in the
arms of Mehalski, not too soon
after the fire brigade all received
a cuddle from the cat too.
Graham had also rescued
Cookie the year before.
Mehalski said: “We are so
lucky to have such a fantastic
fire brigade. I’m so grateful and
I hope I don’t have to call them
again.”
She intends to place some
wire-netting over the gap.
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• From page 1
Two people were in the water,
five people and a dog were standing
near the back of the smoking
boat, and one person was in a
small tender alongside.
Dan Leech, another of the support
crew, picked up the two in
the water and the person in the
tender. Palmer pulled up alongside
the back
of the boat and
rescued the final
five, and dog
Mannie.
“They all
showed signs of
shock,” Palmer
Kim
Clinch
NEWS
said.
“They were so
frightened, they
seemed shell-shocked,” Clinch
said.
No one was injured.
As they pulled away from
the stricken vessel and headed
towards Naval Point, flames engulfed
the boat, which then sank.
The Coast Guard arrived on
scene around 20min later, Palmer
said.
Skippers are legally required to
carry a correctly-sized life jacket
for every person on board. However,
Maritime NZ only recommends
everyone on board wears
a life jacket if the boat is under
6m. In this case, the boat named
Aroha Mai, was 12m, and it was
fully equipped with safety gear,
including life jackets.
Although at the time of the fire
no one on board was wearing life
jackets, apart from Mannie.
“I want to praise and thank the
quick-thinking of our support
boat crew,” said Clinch.
Palmer said: “It was right place,
right time. It’s usually pretty quiet
as a support crew for the regatta
so it was good to be really useful
for a change.”
In an email response to the Bay
Harbour News, the owners of the
vessel that caught fire, Debbie and
Manaia Rehu, said: “Sorry but we
are too devastated to make any
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‘They seemed shell-shocked’
FIREBALL: Flames quickly engulfed the vessel. The boat
has since been salvaged from the seafloor.
PHOTO: HILARY MACINTOSH
comments at this time, only to
say we are so grateful no family
members including our fur baby,
suffered any injuries thanks to
the Charteris Bay yaught (sic)
club members who took us all to
safety.”
The Rehu family had been attending
a flotilla and then intended
to sail to Diamond Harbour to
celebrate Debbie’s 60th-birthday
prior to the boat catching fire.
They called Aroha Mai, their
“home away from home.”
The Charteris Bay Yacht Club
was hosting the South Island age
regatta with around 60 junior
participants.
Joyride described as
a serious situation
• From page 1
The police have since identified
him and he has been issued
a $150 infringement offence
notice for riding in an unsafe
position.
Said Sergeant Gerard Peoples:
“We want to reiterate that this
behaviour is quite dangerous
and people should think before
they act.
“People need to be aware of
the danger they pose not only
to themselves but also to other
road users.”
Phil Peters is a work colleague
of the truck driver and lives in
Lyttelton.
He was frustrated at the
teenager due to the stress he had
caused his colleague, who he
said was a really good driver.
Peters said that the perch the
teenager was on would have only
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would have dangled off the side
of the truck.
The situation would have been
very serious had it gone wrong.
“The car following behind
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time to react or stop and would
have run him over. If he got
caught in the truck’s wheels, it
would have been instant death,”
Peters said.
“The man was just taking
a dangerous joyride. He
would have seen the trailer and
thought it would be cool to sit
on the back of it. It is frustrating
for us drivers, as if he had been
injured or killed, the finger
would point at the innocent
truck driver.”
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• By Samantha Mythen
THE BYO Pub in Heathcote
Valley is opening its doors once
more on Friday to commemorate
10 years since the February 22,
2011 earthquake.
The quake and the September
4, 2010 quake devastated the
Heathcote Valley, significantly
damaging the historic Valley Inn
Tavern and several cafes.
Two weeks after the February
earthquake, St Mary’s church –
built in 1860 – transformed itself
into a local pub, opening Friday
and Saturday nights with bring
your own drinks and food.
Malcolm Rickerby was the
vicar’s warden in 2011. He was
part of the team, including the
vicar Mary Giles, who came up
with the idea for the BYO Pub.
“We knew we had to do
something for our tight-knit
community,” said Rickerby.
Luckily, the hall that hosted
the pub had been restored in August
2010 and was undamaged
by the earthquakes.
“On the first night, almost 80
per cent of the valley were present
with their kids.”
Anthony Stroud said his
family attended almost every
Friday night.
“After the quake, we had no
where to go, and then this was
the place where you could take
some food and drinks and have a
fun social gathering,” he said.
“You could meet new people
and chat to others about what
they went through and were
going through after the quakes.”
His daughter Poppy Denovan-
Stroud was eight when the BYO
Pub opened for the first time.
“Everyone was making a big
deal about it and it was just nice
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TIME TO REMEMBER: Jeanie Rickerby outside the BYO Pub in
April 2011. The pub will open again to commemorate the 10
year anniversary of the February 22, 2011 earthquake.
PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
to see something good come out
of the earthquake. The community
spirits were high,” she said.
Heathcote Ward city
councillor Sara Templeton said:
“It was a safe place to connect
and share. It was the heart of the
village.”
Templeton’s three children
were four (twins) and six in 2011.
She reflected on how the BYO
Pub was perfect for both adults
and the young people of the
community.
“It was all so much fun for the
kids. I remember looking outside
into the dark and seeing all these
little lights running around in
the paddock behind the church
where kids were playing hide and
seek.”
Rickerby said it never rained
on a Friday night. About 80-100
people gathered each weekend.
Although the patronage
decreased over the years, and the
BYO Pub dropped to opening
only one day a week (Friday),
it continued running until July
2014.
Rickerby is looking forward to
joining everyone at the pub on
Friday.
“It’s a fantastic idea to have
the 10 year anniversary there.
The BYO Pub was a large part
of the community’s earthquake
recovery, it brought everyone
together.”
Said Templeton: “The event
will be a time to look back and
reflect, both on how long it has
been since the earthquakes but
also on how time has passed
in the blink of an eye. We have
come a long way.”
The BYO Pub event will
depend on alert levels.
Check the Facebook event
page for updates.
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Other events
to remember
Feb 22, 2011
THE MT Pleasant Community
Centre is hosting an
earthquake exhibition over
the wekend. Made and curated
by Mt Pleasant residents, the
exhibition will tell the stories
of the earthquake’s impact on
people in the area.
On Monday, there will
also be a reflection gathering
at the centre, followed by a
walk of remembrance to the
nearby estuary. The public is
invited to bring a small floral
contribution.
Sumner will host its
memorial event on Monday.
Meeting at the RSA Memorial
Gates on Nayland St at
12.30pm, the event will include
the laying of a wreathe and
flowers. There will be speeches
of remembrance from the
Sumner Volunteer Fire Brigade
and Linwood-Heathcote-
Central Community Board
member Darrell Latham.
In Lyttelton, the Hearts
Shall Anchor earthquake
commemoration event will
start at 12.51pm in Albion
Square, with a piper, followed
by a 1min silence. The Eastern,
Anthea Struthers, Lindon
Puffin, Adam Hattawy and Al
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Recalling artist Bill Hammond’s generosity
Long-time
Lyttelton
resident
and coowner
of
Busy C’s
Preschool
Caro Davidson writes
about iconic artist Bill
Hammond who died
recently
I WANT to acknowledge Bill
Hammond’s extraordinary
generosity on behalf of the
Lyttelton tamariki/children,
their whānau, the local schools
and the local artists.
In 2003 the first Peninsula Art
Auction was held, which came
about to raise funds for a teacher
salary at Lyttelton Main School,
due to a temporary dip in role
numbers which meant we were
losing a teacher.
We knew a lot of local artists,
and were aware of the talent we
were surrounded by, with the
most notable local artist being
Bill Hammond – one of New
Zealand’s greatest contemporary
artists.
I met Bill in a supermarket car
park and told him of our plan for
the fundraiser art auction and
asked if he would be interested
to be part of it. With no fuss or
hesitation he said “sure, for the
children of Lyttelton – when do
you want the work?”
With that, he has single-handedly
raised tens of thousands of
dollars every second year (when
the Peninsula Art Auction’s are
held) for the schools (now the
one school, Lyttelton Primary)
with his art work which he donated
each year.
He was so talented, unassuming,
efficient – and he inspired
our local and emerging artists
to exhibit (with the privilege of
appearing in the same exhibition
as such an esteemed artist as
Bill), and bidding interest from
all over Aotearoa.
He joined us in our Harbour
Kitchen’s cookbook fundraiser
in 2009 (which is being repeated
this year) with his favourite recipe
of sliced beetroot and Marmite
on toast – along with an illustration
of the same. A stunning
combination of flavours.
He donated works each year to
the Sculptures on the Peninsula
for Chomondeley Children’s
Centre in Governor’s Bay –
BRILLIANT: Artist
Bill Hammond
lived and worked
in Lyttelton before
he passed away
in January. This
painting is titled
Fall of Icarus
(1995).
working wonderful art creations
on whatever medium was supplied
to the artists – saws, chairs,
shovels, wheelcaps.
He and wife Jane opened a
Busy C’s Preschool art exhibition
held in the late 90s at Tony
Palmer’s new gallery opposite the
medical centre, because he was a
neighbour, and so generous and
interested in the well-being of
our tamariki.
A highlight was being parent
help with Bill at his own survey
exhibition Jingle Jangle Morning
in 2007 at the Christchurch Art
Gallery when his granddaughter
was attending Lyttelton Main
School.
Those tamariki received
information about his works
that I believe no journalist
ever got – and Bill also got to
hear the wonderful accolades
the public were giving his work,
as he was rarely photographed,
therefore people were unaware
the artist himself was in their
midst.
The tamariki were set an
exercise to study and draw one of
Bill’s works, and he was having
fun signing some of them . . .
which may or may not cause
some future confusion in the art
market.
Deepest condolences and
best wishes go to Jane and his
family.
•Former Sumner School
principal remembered, page 9
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NEWS 9
Former Sumner School
principal remembered
Former Sumner
School teacher
Nancy Meherne
writes about Peter
Vesty, a former
principal at the
school, who died
on Christmas Eve
PETER WAS headmaster
at the school for 16 years
from 1976 to 1992.
The teachers, parents
and children attending
the school during these
years will be upset with
death, but will have strong
feelings for his ability in all
respects.
The response from children,
parents and teachers
to his energetic and highly
responsive personality, and
his ability to develop good
humour, meant laughter
was most evident in this
school.
Children loved and respected
him, and if a message
had to be taken to the
office, everyone put their
hands up to volunteer.
I know, I had a list of all
names on the blackboard
and as they were chosen
their name was rubbed out.
One time in weekly
assembly, juniors were
told a very important man
• By Samantha Mythen
FURTHER amenities
will be added to Te Papa
Kura Redcliffs Park as it
transforms into the new
community locale.
The former school site
is to receive a new toilet
block, drinking fountain,
signage and furniture.
More plants and trees will
also be added to the area.
All of this will feature
alongside the two sports
fields – junior and intermediate
– which opened in
December.
Said city council head of
parks Andrew Rutledge:
“The park has been a huge
boost for the area and it’s
been great to see lots of
people making the most of
it as we know it is a really
significant space for the
community.
“We’re getting under way
with plans to make this
asset an even better space
for people to visit.”
Heathcote Ward city
councillor Sara Templeton
said the development of
this park has been a longtime
coming.
from the Royal Family was
coming to walk along the
Esplanade in the weekend.
Who would that be?
So many children’s
hands went up, the children
saying: “Mr Vesty.”
The answer was: “No.”
They all looked puzzled
and disappointed until one
small boy put his hand up,
then down and up again,
saying loudly: “Is it, (pause)
God?”
The answer was: “No. It
is Prince Charles”.
“Oh,” everyone sighed,
and their heads were shaking
with disbelief.
One boy in my classroom
was so impressed by
the head, he always had
an eye on the door ready
to open it and salute Peter,
and close it when he left.
We teachers knew that
we could discuss our ideas
and desires with Peter. He
A lot of the delay with
the park’s development was
because of the extensive archaeological
work that had
to be carried out first.
The park is next to the
Moa Bone point cave,
which is an area of extreme
cultural significance to
local iwi. The cave and surrounding
area are thought
to have been the site of
some of the earliest Māori
settlement in New Zealand
around the 14th-century.
Said Templeton: “Having
the park up and running
now is very exciting. It has
been a community-focused
project.”
trusted us to work hard.
One idea he supported
was a music scheme involving
the whole school
which developed into 230
children playing together
for concerts, and groups
visiting aged people homes
and other schools.
As well as good relationships,
other aspects of the
school received attention
and real improvement
occurred.
The Education Department
planned to pull two
old classrooms down, but
Peter knew we needed a
school hall for all our assemblies,
concerts, breakups,
and fundraising for
school improvement.
At that time we had to
use the village hall.
He succeeded in producing
a good sized hall and
later a big swimming pool.
This resulted in a high
standard of swimming
ability, necessary for safe
swimming in a seashore
zone.
Mr Vesty’s hard work,
energy and determination
to achieve a fully
functional school has never
been forgotten; so highly
appreciated and valued,
which has perpetuated the
high standard of Sumner
School today.
Transformation planned
for Redcliffs Park
UPGRADES: New amenities are on the way at
the former Redcliffs School, which is now Te
Papa Kura Redcliffs Park.
Before the former
Redcliffs School buildings
were demolished, members
of the community were
taken round the area and
asked what they would like
to keep.
The playground was a
key focus and has since
been refurbished and is
extensively used.
The community also
wanted to keep a classroom
which was not badly
damaged.
The Mt Pleasant
Pottery Club has recently
taken up that lease and will
be operating from there
soon.
McMaster & Heap
Veterinary practice
Dental issues in puppies
and kittens
We seem to be seeing or are more aware
of a number of our young patients with
teeth issues at an early age. A thorough
dental check needs an accommodating
patient and a patient vet and is not always
easy! Your initial training of your puppy
and yes your kitten with handing the feet,
looking in the mouth and ears certainly
helps. Positive reinforcement with praise
and play or treats afterwards really helps
this become an experience they look
forward to rather than shy away from.
At our vaccination checks which we do
every 3-4 weeks until your puppy or kitten
is 16 weeks, we will give them a full health
check and examine the mouth to try and
identify any dental issues early so we can
hopefully correct them and not need
major surgery later on.
Some of the things we usually see are
malocclusions where often due to face
shape and size the teeth don’t align in a
normal way. Often these may not cause
any major problems and simple dental
care to help keep the teeth clean will be all
that is needed.
Unfortunately sometimes we have teeth
that erupt in the wrong place or the bone structure
of the mouth does not have enough room for the
teeth to come
up where they
should do.
One situation
is where the
lower canines
hit the roof of
the mouth and
can cause big
painful holes.
Sometimes
we can
correct these
with specific
ball therapy
techniques
but others may
require surgical
extractions
as soon as
possible. Our
goal is to try
and keep your
puppy or kitten
pain free and
to try and sort
Macy at 12 weeks
out issues early
so hopefully
we can save the adult teeth.
Retained teeth are a common problem and it is
often the canines involved. The big issue is that
if we don’t remove these teeth quickly then they
can displace by blocking the normal pathway of
the adult canine teeth. Then we can have long
term problems. This is one of the reasons your
vet may suggest a check up around 6 months
of age so we can recognise this issue early and
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don’t erupt or are missing. This seems to affect
dogs more commonly and we notice that there are
missing teeth, often when they are
neutered. This seems to be relatively
common in Boxers, Shih Tzus and
Chihuahuas. If there are teeth under
the gum line we sometimes can do
a simple technique to allow them to
erupt but unfortunately others may
just be too deep. These teeth can
form huge cysts in the bone and if
not detected can end up with a dog
needing it’s lower jaw removed!
These are a couple of x-rays from a
wonderful patient Pepper whose
lower canine teeth hadn’t erupted and
caused these massive cysts.
All in all it is about early detection to
prevent long term problems, your help
with handling training and rewards
can really make a big difference in our
ability to examine your puppy or kitten.
Treats and Cuddles!!!
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McMaster & Heap
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Around 80-100 people were involved and
we were all very impressed. Most people
came to school either by paddleboard,
kayak, blow up rafts, canoes and much
more.
Everyone arrived at about 2pm at
Moncks Bay and waited for about half
an hour for the wind to calm down a bit
and for the sail races to finish. We got
back into the water around 2.30pm after a
sandcastle competition.
Paddle to school day was a blast and
we all had a lot of fun! After a lot of hard
work, swimming and pushing people off
of their rides, we finally arrived at the
school around 3.15pm.
There were a lot of safety precautions
and water stops if people got tired. Seven
surf lifesavers from Sumner Surf Club in
inflatable rescue boats and on surf boards
were there to help us out.
After we arrived everyone changed into
warm clothing and huddled around on the
grass for a delicious picnic and later played
some games.
Abby, our deputy principal came
around and handed out some tasty ice
blocks which we all enjoyed very much.
A big thank you to Abby and Darren
and all the helpers and organisers. We
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Overall the project was so much fun, not
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ADVERTORIAL
170 years of Prep School Excellence
Educational matters have
been much in the news at the
start of the school year. At St
Michael’s, we are delighted
that history teaching has finally
been acknowledged as essential
for developing well-informed,
articulate Kiwi citizens.
For at St Michael’s, history
is our foundation. As New
Zealand’s oldest prep school,
for 170 years we have educated
and nurtured the visionaries and
dreamers who have built our
city and country, shaping our
history and future.
At St Michael’s, our
young pupils have limitless
potential to lead exciting and
generous lives, and we have
the responsibility to educate
and inspire them, to encourage
every child to flourish in
mind, body and spirit.
St Michael’s is a prep school
for girls and boys in Years
1-8. ‘Prep’ as in a preparation
for secondary school, and a
foundation for a fine life. For
at the heart of St Michael’s
are the essential values of
Christian faith and good global
citizenship: respect, integrity,
faith, hope and love.
Our small co-ed classes and
specialist teachers ensure that
each child is an individual,
well known by staff and fellow
pupils alike. Every child has a
desk and chair, locker and peg
– their own space in which to
establish their own sense of
place and identity.
Traditional foundations
in English and Mathematics
are assured at St Michael’s.
The mechanics of English –
punctuation, grammar, spelling,
vocabulary and sentence
construction – are taught,
practised and tested. Learning
to read develops into reading
to learn, and the delights of
children’s literature, poetry
and drama. Simple sentences
become finely crafted creative
writing, accounts and studies.
Maths teaching has been
in the media firing line again
recently as our national results
continue to slide against key
international markers. At St
Michael’s, we keep it simple
and teach proper, ‘good, old
fashioned’ maths. Our pupils
are taught and have to learn
basic facts, times tables and
essential algorithm methods.
We don’t bundle anything! Our
parents can help their children
with their maths homework,
because they recognise it!
This academic rigour then
underpins our wider curriculums
in History, Geography and
Science. Spanish and, for the
older pupils, Latin, offer the
enrichment of learning another
language and about another
culture. IT literacy is taught,
not assumed, and computer use
is measured. We like teaching
and talking to our pupils!
A prep education offers
balance. St Michael’s cultural
and sports’ programmes
further develop each child’s
foundation, as creativity and
problem-solving come in many
forms. Specialist art and music
classes are enjoyed weekly.
Many pupils participate in
individual instrumental, singing
or speech & drama lessons with
one of our ten itinerant staff.
Our several choirs, Stage Band
and Orchestra offer key early
steps in group performance.
Our senior programme,
Parare, advances our Year 7&8
education outside the box, from
financial literacy to outdoor ed,
leadership challenges to new
sports, citizenship and civics to
art and technologies.
Nestled as we are on the
banks of the Avon, opposite
the Riverside Farmers’ Market,
ST MICHAEL’S ALUMNI
To help us celebrate 170 years of St
Michael’s Prep School excellence at the
heart of our city, alumni and former staff
are warmly invited to contact us so we can
share our anniversary plans with you.
alumni@saintmichaels.co.nz
St Michael’s extended campus
is spectacular: the art gallery,
museum, library, theatres and
Hagley Park are frequent haunts
only minutes away.
Many of our parents work
in the thriving city centre, and
Lincoln and Riccarton Road
hubs, but they live city-wide.
They comment on the comfort
of knowing their children are in
school nearby and the benefits
of popping over for an hour to
catch a performance or watch a
race.
With the central bus exchange
only a block away, senior
children arrive from all corners
of the city.
An independent school
education is a precious gift
and it doesn’t have to break the
bank. If you think a St Michael’s
education would suit your
child, you are warmly welcome
to discover for yourself our
purposeful, wholehearted and
inclusive prep school.
Our next Open Day is coming
up, on Wednesday 3 March.
Please pop in during the day
between 9.00am – 4.00pm
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appointment on the day with
the principal, please contact
registrar, Bec Hitchcock:
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✓ Small classes
✓ Specialist teachers
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✓ Christian values
✓ Traditional classrooms; academic rigour
✓ Before & after school care: 7.30am - 5.30pm
✓ Central city location
Taking enrolments for 2022.
Some places available for 2021.
Open Day: Wednesday 3 March
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ESTUARY MATTERS
NEWS 13
Festival to celebrate the estuary’s beauty
The Avon-Heathcote Estuary Ihutai Trust is a non-profit
organisation formed to protect one of New Zealand’s most
important coastal wetlands. Each week, board members will
discuss matters regarding the estuary, its rich history and what
makes it unique. This week Vicky Southworth writes about
Estuary Fest that will be held on February 27.
WHETHER CHOPPY water
and dark brooding sky, or mirror
smooth reflecting the bright
blue of a summer’s morning,
looking across the estuary to the
mountains is a spectacular scene.
I joined the Estuary Trust as
the Environment Canterbury
councillor representative just over
a year ago. I have come to see the
estuary as so much more than a
picture-perfect landscape; it is
home to many species, of which
the birds are the most visible.
Riding my bike along the
Coastal Pathway, I can now name
the birds I see, and know something
about them.
There’s the sharply dressed pied
oystercatchers with red bill and
crisp black and white attire – they
take their time picking through
the exposed shellfish beds at low
tide.
ACTIVITIES: Children taking part in past Estuary Fest
events, there will be fun for all ages on February 27.
The godwits in brown blend
in but are worth a closer look for
their unfeasibly long beaks. I love
how the cormorants congregate;
wings outstretched soaking up the
sun after diving for fish.
However, my favourite is the
royal spoonbill which, in spite of
its pure white feathers, reminds
me of a bulldozer, head down
trundling through the muddy
shallows to feed.
Go along to the annual Estuary
Fest to celebrate the beauty of
everything estuary; its wildlife, its
beauty and the recreational opportunities
provides.
The free event will be held
on February 27, 1-5pm,
McCormacks Bay Reserve (turn
right just before the causeway).
There will be ample and
controlled parking space, live
music, pony rides, food stalls,
children activities, native plants
sale, several stalls providing you
with information on everything
estuary and so much more.
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Technology boost for Kia Sorento
THERE’S NOT a lot in an
automobile that fazes me.
As technology has advanced,
I’ve usually embraced it. However,
I was very reluctant to use the
remote control function in Kia’s
new Sorento.
Put simply, you can drive the
Sorento autonomously from the
outside. Say it is jammed into a
car park and you can’t access the
driver’s door, you can start the
vehicle with the key remote and
drive it out of the car park. It will
stop if it detects an object.
While I applaud the concept
and it is rather amazing, it just
doesn’t seem natural for someone
who always likes to be in total
control behind the wheel.
That’s just one of the many clever
features in the new Sorento; it’s
fair to say, though, that that function
is only available in the top
spec Premium model – as evaluated.
The Sorento Premium could
well be described as a premium
car, it is a big sport utility vehicle
absolutely crammed with features
and built with high quality trim
materials.
The Sorento for 2021 is all-new.
The fourth-generation model has
a new platform, new engine and
new styling, it’s quite a departure
from its predecessor. However,
none of the changes have altered
the concept of Sorento because,
as mentioned, it is big and fulfils
many roles.
There are four models in the
range starting at $59,990, the
Premium tops out at $76,990,
with an EX sitting at $63,990 and
Deluxe $69,990.
All variants are powered by a
2.2-litre diesel engine. Regular
readers will remember that I
wrote with enthusiasm about the
R-Series diesel unit that powered
Sorentos of the past. Well, that
engine is gone, the new Smartstream
diesel is a totally new
development; as opposed to the
iron-block R-Series, the newcomer
is all aluminium and, of
course, it has the benefit of being
much lighter as well has having
a heightened awareness around
smooth and quiet operation. It is
also incredibly efficient.
Kia’s claims for the diesel
are 148kW and 440Nm, both
pumping out at low engine
revolutions 3800rpm and
1750-2750rpm for torque. It
is also rated with an inspiring
6.1l/100km combined cycle
fuel usage average. The latter
figure is no hurdle, during my
highway run the readouts were
listing at an amazing 4.5l/100km
instantaneously at 100km/h
(engine speed 1600rpm).
When I returned the Sorento
back to the dealership it was
showing a 7.5l/100km combined
average, which I thought was very
CAPABLE: The Santa Fe’s four-wheel-drive system has been
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model.
respectable given the Premium
spec model weighs in rather
tubby at close to two-tonne.
The other benefit is that of
its 67-litre fuel tank, when I
picked up the car it was showing
a distance to empty figure of
850km, that would stretch if a
long highway run was planned.
That’s the benefit of diesel,
economy is spectacular and you
lose nothing in the way of performance.
The Sorento will accelerate
to 100km/h from a standstill in
8.9sec along with 6sec to make 80-
120km/h. The latter figure has the
benefit of that fabulous mid-range
torque that big turbocharged
diesel engines offer, response is
lively and forceful, and those who
can’t get their heads around diesel
power don’t know what they are
missing out on, the Sorento’s performance
is fabulous.
The engine is something special,
the way it drives through an
eight-speed dual clutch automatic
transmission also contributes to
the feel of sophistication. It, too,
is smooth and quick to change.
If you feel like overriding the
changes or shift protocols, paddle-shifters
allow you to do that.
Not only does the new Sorento
look smart and have power on
its side, so does it cover distance
and handle well beyond its design
brief. Kia’s engineers have also
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placed a greater emphasis on the
four-wheel-drive mechanicals,
the potential to travel cross-country
has been enhanced, there are
several drive modes that can be
pre-selected depending on the
surface ahead.
The Sorento is all about
transporting your family in
comfort. The newcomer is larger
than before, and the interior
layout has been designed so that
it is more practical than before.
It is a genuine seven-seater, and
for those assigned to the rear row,
that area has been made even
more spacious with easier access.
Cargo space is generous, with
the two rear rows folded there is
up to 2011-litres available. With
the rear rows in place 187-litres
and 821-litres are available. In
Premium form rich black leather
is used as seat trim material.
As you would expect, the new
Sorento also has a higher level of
fitment; comfort and convenience
items abound, and while column
space doesn’t allow major
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to go by, the Kia faithful will be
well rewarded and those who
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Auction 25 Feb 2021 (Unless Sold Prior)
4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 1 living room 1 dining room 1 office/study
2 car garage 2 off-street carparks - Listing no. BE193658
Location space & style are all on offer here
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minutes from cafes, the doctor and sought
after primary and secondary schools.
This home offers tremendous value, my
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what the market says!
Call me now to view.
AUCTION: Thursday 25th February 2021
from 12:00pm Harcourts Grenadier 98
Moorhouse Avenue (Unless Sold Prior)
Open Home Times: Saturday and Sunday
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Thinking of selling
and actually selling are
quite different things
Contact Ray White Ferrymead
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Ray White Ferrymead
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Phone (03) 3844 179 | Email prier.manson@raywhite.com
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Craig Prier
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Position Perfection
64 Wakatu Avenue, Redcliffs 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living, 1 dining, 4 car garaging
A supreme park-side position provides a magnificent backdrop to this
sizeable 70s home which offers an effortless lifestyle in Redcliffs.
Boasting immediate access through to neighbouring Barnett Park, this
property is well-positioned to embrace Redcliffs various offerings, with
a mere stroll leading you to the beach, cafes and bars while in-zone
Redcliffs School is also nearby.
Superbly presented and meticulously maintained, this appealing
family home is tastefully styled and has enjoyed refreshed flooring, an
upgraded kitchen and refurbished bathroom over the past decade and
a half.
The expansive five-bedroom layout is arranged across two floors, with
bedrooms and a bathroom on each for ultimate everyday ease. The
home’s ground floor accommodation is ideal for teens, with a bathroom
supporting the three bedrooms, two of which open out to a patio. An
additional bathroom separates the two upper-level bedrooms which
boast elevated views, one of which is the generously sized master.
Large living spaces occupy the ground floor, including the kitchen,
dining and lounge area as well as a sunroom that leads outdoors to
the spacious deck and garden. A courtyard at the front of the section
soaks up the morning sun to provide the perfect spot for enjoying your
morning coffee.
Extensive insulation, double glazing and a new log burner keep this sunbathed
home incredibly comfortable throughout the seasons.
Storage has been thoughtfully considered throughout, with a four-car
garage, two garden sheds and on-site parking offering abundant space
outdoors.
This fantastic family home represents a rare opportunity in a favoured
location, and prospective purchasers are encouraged to act quickly.
Contact Paula or Simon for more information.
No.1 Sales Consultants 2017-2020
Simon & Paula Standeven
Auction: Sunday 7 March at 1:00pm,
on site (unless sold prior)
Open Homes: Wednesday 12:30 - 1:00pm,
Sunday 2:30 - 3:00pm
rwferrymead.co.nz/OPA25278
Simon and Paula Standeven
M. 0274 304 691
E. thestandevens@raywhite.com
Paula & Simon Standeven
Jan Edlin Pip Sutton
Cherie Mooyman
Marie Malone Elenor Corston
Anna Loader & Bronny Clifford
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Repair, Rejuvenate or Redevelop
16 Hurst Seager Lane, Sumner
5 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 toilets, 2 living, 2 car garaging
Enjoying an elevated position to take in unrivalled coastal views and set on
a substantial parcel of land, this large family home tucked away at the end of
a quiet cul-de-sac on Clifton Hill is offered to the market on “as is, where is”
basis. With both the interior and exterior remaining true to its origins, the
property represents a unique opportunity for a savvy buyer with vision and
flair to repair, rejuvenate and reap the benefits.
With double garaging on the ground floor, and living and accommodation
arranged over two light-filled upper levels, the cleverly-configured floorplan
has been designed to take full advantage of the spectacular outlook with
sweeping views across the Avon-Heathcote Estuary to the Southern Alps
from almost every room. Incorporating five bedrooms, three bathrooms plus
a guest toilet, and a generously proportioned interconnected kitchen, dining
and living space with adjoining study, the home will accommodate modern
living with ease and with a multitude of flexible spaces, will appeal to those
seeking to work from home.
Rich with bird life and featuring easy-care plantings, the magnificent
1.8-hectare section’s sloping gradient ensures you’ll never be built out and
imparts a sense of space and seclusion while being just a few minutes’ drive
from Sumner Beach and 20 minutes from the central city.
Designed and built to our vendors’ specifications, this property has served as
a very special family home for many years but with the decision to sell firmly
made, this property is a must-see for buyers ready to tackle a new project.
Auction: Thursday 4 March from 11:00am, in rooms, Ray White,
Level 2, 76 Hereford Street (unless sold prior)
Open Homes: Wednesday 12:30 - 1:00pm and Sunday 3:30 - 4:00pm
www.raywhite.co.nz/OPA24531
Simon and Paula Standeven
M. 0274 304 691 E. thestandevens@raywhite.com
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No.1 Sales Consultants
2017-2020
Simon & Paula Standeven
Sensational Seaside Sanctuary
85 Beachville Road, Redcliffs
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living, 1 car garaging
Soundly constructed in 2015 by the highly respected local firm Trevor Hone
Builders, this home is set in a stunning seaside locale, offering the ultimate
retreat from busy, modern life.
Spread over two superbly finished levels; the ground floor encompasses the
spacious open plan kitchen, living and dining area along with one double
bedroom and a full family bathroom. Upstairs, a further two bedrooms,
including the master, are cleverly separated by a dual access ensuite.
Bedrooms include built-in storage and joinery while the master bedroom
takes maximum advantage of the spectacular sea views.
A studio space incorporated into the new single garage offers further
accommodation or presents a private space for work, while plenty of offstreet
parking ensures ample room for additional vehicles.
Positioned for excellent sun and enjoying the most modern construction
standards, including double-glazing and full insulation, this home offers
superior comfort and is a pleasure to live in, year-round.
Situated on a perfectly proportioned 456m² site just metres from the coastal
pathway; the beautifully landscaped grounds combine space for outdoor
living and entertaining with lush, low-maintenance plantings to ensure
your downtime can be spent revelling in all that this incredible waterfront
location offers.
Offering contemporary post-earthquake construction and an unsurpassed
setting with the estuary, beach, village and Redcliffs School all on the
doorstep, this endlessly appealing home is guaranteed to attract a
wide range of buyers. Interest will be high, and your earliest viewing is
encouraged. Contact Paula or Simon for more information.
Auction Sunday 7 March at 11:00am, on site (unless sold prior)
Open Homes: Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 1:30 - 2:00pm
rwferrymead.co.nz/OPA25276
Simon and Paula Standeven
M. 0274 304 691 E. thestandevens@raywhite.com
No.1 Sales Consultants
2017-2020
Simon & Paula Standeven
Craig Prier Yvette Wright
Donna Lee
Bev Prout Rod Cross James Shepherd Gretta Ulmer Mark Gardner
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2 Wakatu Ave
Beach House on the Bay
2 Wakatu Avenue, Redcliffs 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 car garaging
• Easy living, low maintenance 3 bedroom Lockwood design, with loads of potential
• Perfectly positioned for a primo coastal lifestyle without breaking the bank
• Walk to the waterfront, beach and village
• Dual access from Main Road or Wakatu Ave
• Easy care garden; garage with off street parking. Perfect ‘Lock and Leave’
• Surplus to requirements, vendors instructions are - must be sold
Auction: Thursday 25 February at 4:00pm,
on site (unless sold prior)
Open Homes:
Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 1:00 - 1:30pm
rwferrymead.co.nz/OPA25282
Mark Gardner
M. 021 633 669
E. mark.gardner@raywhite.com
Ray White Ferrymead
Ready When You Are!
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