North Canterbury News: February 26, 2021

OPINION
6 North Canterbury News, February 25, 2021
In the Electoratewith
MattDoocey
MP forWaimakariri
Authorised by MattDoocey,Level1ConwayLane,188 High Street,Rangiora.
Could cameras ease
community concerns?
By this time of year manyofour New
Year’s resolutions are starting to drop
off as they compete with other demands
on our timeand energy.
I’m determined to run afull marathon,
my first, in 2021 and Iwould appreciate
tips from the runners out there. My
motivationistohave atangible goal to
encouragemetoget back in shape.You
will be able to follow my training over
the year on Facebook.
Ihad to return to Wellington urgently
as our countryfaced the latest Covid­19
threat.We’reall relieved to returnto
alertlevel1,but it’s areminder to not be
complacent. Ijoined my fellowMPs in
Parliament to look at how we can
support businesses affected by Covid­19
resurgences.
It’s important we limit the economic
and socialimpacts of the pandemic
whilekeeping communities safe.
Legislation suchasthe Covid
ResurgenceSupport Paymentbill adds
another layerofreassurancefor
employees and business owners as we
prepare for further changes in alert
levels in our fight against thepandemic.
In my last column,Iwroteabout an
increase in concernsthat our
communities are seeing more antisocial
behaviour. Ibelieve that a
community­led initiative that is making
Hurunui communities feel safer could
help Waimakariri residents.
From ameetingwith local police, I
came away with information about
community­led camera technology
across Hurunui District thathas helped
reduce anti­social behaviour and
increasecommunitysafety.
Imet with Hurunui Mayor Marie
Blacktohear more and was impressed
by how communities, businessesand a
software provider worked together to
covereven the most isolated areas.
In theWaimakariri, we are fortunate
to have our bridges to thenorth and
south, making idealvantagepoints for
community­led camera technology.
Mariegave me several examples of
whereHurunui’s camerashad resulted
in the swift returnofstolen items.This
is acommunity conversation Ithink
many residents would be interested in
joining. I’d love to hear yourthoughts.
This weekIjoined my fellow
Canterbury MPs in standing together on
the 10th anniversaryofthe 2011
earthquakes to pay tribute to those who
lost their lives, andtohonour our
emergencyservicesand private citizens
who helped others. They will be forever
in our hearts and minds.
Waimakariri
Focus from Dan Gordon, Mayor
Resilienceonshow
Thisweek we remember 10 yearsonfrom
the February Christchurch earthquakes
thatsadly claimed 185 livesand injured
manymore.
Ihad the honour to represent our
community at the memorialserviceand
lay awreath in remembrance.
Lastyear we also recognised10years on
fromWaimakariri’sown Septemberquake
and at the time reflected on how far we
havecome as acommunity.
While earthquake anniversariesare
solemn occasions, the majorityofevents
I’vehad thepleasure of being invited to
lately havebeen marking milestones,
rebuilds,orare otherwise atestimony to
resilience.
On SundayIofficially reopenedthe
Kaiapoi Gray RavenScout building. It is
hometothe oldestscoutgroup in New
Zealand, established 112 years ago.
It is wonderful to see this building
reborn after the earthquake anditis
lookingfantastic. Well done to all the team,
but aparticularacknowledgement to
Group Leader Chris Thompsonfor his
leadership and the generosityand support
of so many that have helped get the
building fit to be reopened.
The weekend also recognised another
significant milestone for the Sutherland
family, which celebrated 100 yearsin
business.
Sutherland Timber and KaiapoiITM are
businesseswell known in Waimakariri.
CongratulationstoMurray, Annie, Jonnie,
Davie and Amy on achievingthis milestone
and for yoursignificantcontribution to our
local economy and community.
Hinemoa KaiapoiHockey Club also
celebrated 125 years afew weeksago. It is
the oldesthockey club in New Zealand. I
really enjoyed attending the club’s
celebrations. It’s great to see the club still
going strong.
On WaitangiDay we opened the new
softball diamonds at Norman Kirk Park.
The development of this, andthe wider
park, are crucial to theregenerationof
Kaiapoi. It is exciting to see the new park
almost complete and it is hoped the
community can enjoy allthe new facilities,
fromthe BMX track to the dog park,tothe
new diamonds.
Kaiapoi Softball Club is an important
partofthe local sporting community. With
180 members, thislevel of support is
impressive.
As part of the openingIhad theprivilege
to throw the first ball. Thankfully, it went
in the right directionand apparently I
threw astrike on the inside curve! (I am
still trying to decipher what this means).
We are fortunatetohave strong sports
teams and arange of sportingevents in
which to participate or enjoyasa
spectator. Thankstoall involved for their
commitment to sport in Waimakariri and
North Canterbury.
As always, Iwelcome contact from
anyone who needs assistance or has an
issue they may want to discuss. Email
mayor@wmk.govt.nz or phone
(021) 906­437. I'm here to help.
Brand hailed as an exciting development
The first food and beverage
provenance brand in North
Canterbury has been officially
launched by Enterprise North
Canterbury (ENC).
Made North Canterbury has
its own website,
madenorthcanterbury.co.nz,
which showcases the region as
apremium food and beverage
destination for visitors,
producers and investors.
Website visitors can browse
local food and beverage
producers, find out about
North Canterbury’s food and
beverage history, and discover
upcoming food and beverage
events in the region.
Made North Canterbury
members will also use the
website as aportal where they
can log in to access resources.
The brand, which has been
in development since late
2020, was created after astudy
found North Canterbury food
and beverage producers
wanted aunifying brand that
would offer opportunities in
marketing, promotion and
collaboration.
ENC food and beverage
business development
manager Alissa Wilson says
input so far from local
producers has been fantastic.
“We’ve had so much interest
from our local food and
beverage producers wanting to
get involved. We already have
over 40 members.’’
The brand can already be
seen on display at many
eateries and retailers
throughout North Canterbury.
Upcoming initiatives
include a‘‘Makers’ Market’’ at
the upcoming North
Canterbury Wine &Food
Festival on March 7, and a
tourism incubator workshop
with Visit Waimakariri and
ChristchurchNZ, focused on
the development of new food
tourism experiences,
culminating in atourism trail.
“The development of this
brand is very exciting for both
producers and consumers,”
Alissa says.
To learn more or to sign up
as amember, go to
madenorthcanterbury.co.nz or
email alissa@
enterprisenc.co.nz. Follow the
brand on Facebook and
Instagram.
High hopes ... The Made North
Canterbury branding has been
official launched.
McALPINES MITRE 10 MEGA RANGIORA -OCEAN WATCH
This
Week
Sun
Fishing
Guide
Moon
Wind
Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Feb 25 Feb 26 Feb 27 Feb 28 Mar 1 Mar 2 Mar 3
Rise 7:02am
Set 8:20pm
Best 11:45am
Fair
Times
Set 3:51am
Rise 7:30pm
Gentle SW becoming
moderate E
Rise 7:03am
Set 8:19pm
Best 12:12am
Good
Times 12:39pm
Set 5:01am
Rise 8:06pm
Gentle SE becoming
moderate E
Good
Rise 7:05am
Set 8:17pm
Best
Times
1:06am
1:32pm
Set 6:14am
Rise 8:38pm
Gentle Ebecoming
moderate NE
Ok
Rise 7:06am
Set 8:15pm
Best
Times
1:59am
2:24pm
Set 7:29am
Rise 9:06pm
Gentle SE becoming
moderate E
Ok
Rise 7:07am
Set 8:14pm
Best
Times
2:50am
3:15pm
Set 8:45am
Rise 9:33pm
Gentle Sbecoming
moderate E
Ok
Rise 7:08am
Set 8:12pm
Best
Times
3:40am
4:06pm
Set 10:00am
Rise 9:59pm
Gentle SE becoming
moderate E
Ok
Rise 7:10am
Set 8:10pm
Best
Times
4:31am
4:57pm
Set 11:17am
Rise 10:27pm
Gentle SE becoming
moderate E
Swell
Pegasus Bay
Tide Chart
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2
NE 0.8 m NE 0.6 m E0.9 m E1.2 m E1.3 m E1.2 m E1.1 m
3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9 3 6 9 NOON 3 6 9
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Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows Highs Lows
Waimakariri 3:50am 2.3 10:05am 0.7 4:36am 2.3 10:51am 0.6 5:22am 2.4 11:38am 0.5 6:09am 2.5
6:59am 2.5 12:50am 0.4 7:52am 2.5 1:40am 0.4 8:46am 2.5 2:33am 0.4
Mouth
4:08pm 2.2 10:21pm 0.6 4:55pm 2.2 11:10pm 0.5 5:43pm 2.3 11:59pm 0.4 6:34pm 2.4 12:27pm 0.5 7:26pm 2.4 1:16pm 0.4 8:21pm 2.5 2:07pm 0.4 9:16pm 2.5 3:00pm 0.4
Amberley 3:50am 2.3 10:05am 0.7 4:36am 2.3 10:51am 0.6 5:22am 2.4 11:38am 0.5 6:09am 2.5
6:59am 2.5 12:50am 0.4 7:52am 2.5 1:40am 0.4 8:46am 2.5 2:33am 0.4
Beach
4:08pm 2.2 10:21pm 0.6 4:55pm 2.2 11:10pm 0.5 5:43pm 2.3 11:59pm 0.4 6:34pm 2.4 12:27pm 0.5 7:26pm 2.4 1:16pm 0.4 8:21pm 2.5 2:07pm 0.4 9:16pm 2.5 3:00pm 0.4
3:59am 2.3 10:14am 0.7 4:45am 2.3 11:00am 0.6 5:31am 2.4 11:47am 0.5 6:18am 2.5 12:08am 0.4 7:08am 2.5 12:59am 0.4 8:01am 2.5 1:49am 0.4 8:55am 2.5 2:42am 0.4
Motunau 4:17pm 2.2 10:30pm 0.6 5:04pm 2.2 11:19pm 0.5 5:52pm 2.3
6:43pm 2.4 12:36pm 0.5 7:35pm 2.4 1:25pm 0.4 8:30pm 2.5 2:16pm 0.4 9:25pm 2.5 3:09pm 0.4
4:01am 2.3 10:16am 0.7 4:47am 2.3 11:02am 0.6 5:33am 2.4 11:49am 0.5 6:20am 2.5 12:10am 0.4 7:10am 2.5 1:01am 0.4 8:03am 2.5 1:51am 0.4 8:57am 2.5 2:44am 0.4
Gore Bay 4:19pm 2.2 10:32pm 0.6 5:06pm 2.2 11:21pm 0.5 5:54pm 2.3
6:45pm 2.4 12:38pm 0.5 7:37pm 2.4 1:27pm 0.4 8:32pm 2.5 2:18pm 0.4 9:27pm 2.5 3:11pm 0.4
3:51am 1.7 10:07am 0.5 4:37am 1.8 10:53am 0.5 5:25am 1.8 11:40am 0.4 6:14am 1.9
7:04am 1.9 12:49am 0.3 7:57am 1.9 1:42am 0.3 8:52am 1.9 2:37am 0.3
Kaikoura 4:12pm 1.6 10:20pm 0.5 4:59pm 1.7 11:08pm 0.4 5:48pm 1.7 11:58pm 0.4 6:38pm 1.8 12:28pm 0.4 7:30pm 1.8 1:19pm 0.4 8:24pm 1.9 2:12pm 0.4 9:19pm 1.9 3:06pm 0.4
*Not for navigational purposes. Wind and swell are based on apoint off Gore Bay. Maori Fishing Guide by Bill Hohepa. www.ofu.co.nz www.tidespy.com Graphic supplied by OceanFun Publishing Ltd.
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