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ANDREW TURNER, a serious

man, or Phil Mauger, the

maverick who dug a trench to

try and stop flooding in the

eastern suburbs.

These are the potential

candidates Lyttelton resident,

poet and radio show host Gary

McCormick would consider

voting for as mayor if there was

an election this weekend.

Bay Harbour News went

to Lyttelton on Monday to

gauge people’s preferences for

who they would like to see as

the next mayor.

McCormick said: “Mostly, I

value passion, and digging up

the drains [trench] sounds very

passionate, so maybe

that guy.”

Right-leaning first time city

Pages 10 & 11

Who could be mayor?

Andrew Turner

Phil Mauger

We test the pulse

VOTER: Radio

personality and

Lyttelton resident

Gary McCormick

is quizzed

about who he

will support for

mayor.

councillor Phil Mauger went

ahead and dug a trench in

Pages Rd in April to solve a

flooding problem that had been

unresolved for 10 years.

He was fined $300 by the city

council regularity compliance

unit.

“I will be using the ‘get on

and do it’ test when it comes to

voting,” said McCormick.

• Turn to page 7

Boy racer

sting nabs

routine

drivers


THREE HUNDRED and eighty

tickets were issued to speeding

motorists over the weekend.

Speeding tickets issued included

79 in Cass Bay, 91 on Bridle Path

Rd, 81 in the tunnel (all 50km/h

areas) and 129 on Tunnel Rd

(100km/h area).

Police launched an operation

targeting boy racers but caught

many routine motorists, said

Sergeant Gerard Peoples.

A number of local motorists

were among those ticketed.

Peoples said it was “a bit disappointing.”

“The law of physics doesn’t discern

between a ‘boy racer’ and a

mum and dad driver. If you speed,

you’re more likely to crash and the

impact will be greater on you and/

or others,” he said.

It was Lyttelton Police’s latest

road policing operation to stop

speeders and boy racers.

Peoples said they worked alongside

staff from the anti-social road

users section.

“Overall, it was a pretty quiet

weekend,” he said.

“Happy to be proved wrong,

but there seems to be less boy

racer activity around than a few

months ago.”

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THAT WAS a heck of a lot of

motorists caught speeding at

the weekend.

On page 1 today we reveal

the numbers from a police

speed and boy racer operation.

A total of 380 tickets were

issued in Cass Bay, Bridle Path

Rd, in the Lyttelton tunnel and

on Tunnel Rd.

Police say it was quiet on the

boy racer front, which means

there were a lot of what could

be termed routine drivers

caught. Police have described

them as mums and dads.

Speeding around the bays

with the tight corners and

through the Lyttelton tunnel is

simply dumb and dangerous.

On another note, a top show

over the weekend for Diamond

Harbour School’s The Lion

King (page 8).

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RUBBISH BINS

Rubbish bins have been replaced

along the Sumner Esplanade

as part of the city council park

team smart bin roll-out across

all city parks. The new bins are

near Scarborough Park and by

Cave Rock. Additional bins will

be placed at the end of Head St

and Marriner St during the next

roll-out.


THE ICONIC British Hotel

is applying for a city council

heritage grant to assist with the

cost of building a new roof and

parapet.

The British was badly damaged

during the earthquakes and is

slowly being restored.

Rebecca Lovell-Smith and her

partner Christian Carruthers

bought the building post-quakes.

Lovell-Smith said Carruthers

had always loved the building.

“We didn’t want it to be demolished

after the earthquakes,”

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British Hotel, pictured

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she said.

“We knew how important it

was to Lyttelton; it holds a fond

place in many people’s hearts.”

Work has already begun on the

top floor, which was the former

manager’s flat and hotel rooms.

It is planned to keep this space as

accommodation.

One room will be set up as a

small museum with pieces from

the hotel’s past on display.

With the grant’s help, Lovell-

Smith and Carruthers are hoping

to rebuild the parapet later

this year.

The parapet reflects the building’s

late deco-inspired architecture

in the moderne style, with

rounded corners and porthole

windows.

“The British is an important

part not only of Lyttelton’s

history but also its streetscape

and architecture,” said Lovell-

Smith.

“We want to keep the building

in its original state, there are no

flash renovation plans.”

The hotel is currently home to

four local businesses – Arcana

Tattoo parlour, the Commoners

Bar, the Lost Property junk shop,

and Big Sam’s Tools.

Lovell-Smith said every

Saturday when she opens Lost

Property, people always come in

and tell her diverse stories about

the time they have spent in the

hotel.

Rebuilt in the 1940s, the

British has a rich history with a

colourful reputation.

It was frequented by sailors

from all over the world, who saw

it as home whenever their ships

arrived at the port.

The Banks Peninsula

Community Board has written

a letter in support of the request

for a heritage grant.

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Lyttelton, Sumner, Redcliffs,

Cashmere, the Avoca, Horotane

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Governors Bay.

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CASS BAY residents have rallied

together against rats and other

predators in their community as

part of a wider initiative to make

Banks Peninsula pest free.

Twenty-five people gathered

together on Sunday to learn

about predator control and how

to set their own traps.

The afternoon was organised

by Predator Free Port Hills, a

backyard trapping initiative that

aims to get Port Hills communities’

involved in protecting

native species.

Predator-free project co-ordinator

Marie Gray said the day

went really well with attendees

showing great interest and enthusiasm.

She said there has been a

recent surge in interest from

households in learning about

predator control in their own

backyards. She thought this was

inspired by people watching the

Fight for the Wild documentary

film and podcast series.

“People are realising the

importance of predator control

and what they can do to help,”

she said.

The project is aiming for a trap

to be in one in every five backyards

by 2024.

It was launched by the Summit

Road Society in 2016, with the

goal to create a buffer zone between

Christchurch city and the

wider Banks Peninsula area.

The project has since started

working alongside Whaka-ora

Healthy Harbour.

Whaka-ora programme

manager Karen Banwell also

attended the Sunday workshop.

“We are all working for a pestfree

Banks Peninsula,” she said.

She has caught 116 rats and

one weasel over the last three

years in her two backyard traps.

Brent Barrett led the workshop.

Barrett manages a number of

landscape pest control projects

around the Port Hills, including

in red-zoned land.

“With predator control, it’s

essential to think in a landscape

way, not just about your own

patch of land,” he said.

“In [a] dynamic approach, you

should team up with others in

your neighbourhood.”

He said targeting stoats and

weasels is essential as they are

very successful predators and if

not controlled, their populations

grow quickly.

However, Barrett said he was

TRAP THOSE

RATS: Brent

Barrett shared

his insights

on predator

behaviour

and trapping

with Cass Bay

residents.

quite optimistic about pest

control in the Port Hills.

“The Port Hills are more on

top of this than people realise,

receiving funding and focus

from various groups,” he said.

“We are working in a large

area, but with only a few gaps.”

Predator Free Sumner Bays is

currently working to eradicate

pests on the other side of the

Port Hills.

Diamond Harbour School

pupils and their families joined

in the initiative earlier in June,

building their own traps.

NEWS 5

Speedsters

targeted

• From page 1

Police units patrolled from

Sumner, Redcliffs, Heathcote,

Lyttelton and the various bays,

through to Diamond Harbour

and over Gebbies Pass to the

Motukarara area.

Said Peoples: “The speed

enforcement we conducted was

targeting narrow and windy roads

where speed is an issue and causes

an extra hazard due to the road’s

nature.”

Static observation posts also

captured speeding drivers via

video recordings.

“I want to impress upon

offending drivers that even if they

don’t see police they may still

be recorded and stopped by an

unmarked car when they leave the

area or get a door knock days later

and receive an impoundment

notice and summons,” said

Peoples.

“Paranoia is the best prevention.”

A static observation post

at Naval Point resulted in the

impoundment of a car over the

weekend. The driver was charged

with sustained loss of traction

after a prolonged burnout.

Peoples said they would

continue to conduct these

operations monitoring anti-social

road use in Banks Peninsula.

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NEWS


Young scholars rewarded for work

SUCCESS: Isobel Gould with Viv Cotter, who

supported the science scholarship.


THE SUMNER Ferrymead

Foundation recognised and

awarded young students of

their community during their

scholarship and awards event.

Three scholarships and a grant,

totalling more than $18,000 were

awarded to four worthy recipients

on Thursday evening.

Isobel Gould was awarded

a scholarship of $5000 for her

second year of university science

study.

Gould is majoring in

pharmacology at Otago

University.

She is hoping to eventually

pursue post graduate study and

develop her knowledge of analytical

chemistry with the view

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humanitarian

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Lucia Rapley with Sumner

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patron Allan Williams.

students.

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her undergraduate degree,

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accepted into the clinical psychology

programme at Otago or

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She aspires to examine the

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Lucia Rapley received $5000

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She is studying law, French and

political science at Canterbury

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Rapley would like to one day

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the students’ diverse accomplishments,

their academic success,

and their outreach within and

beyond the foundation’s “catchment”

area.

The Predator Free Redcliffs

Group received $3000 for their

environment and sustainability-focused

project.

Working under the umbrella

of the Redcliffs Residents

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possums, stoats, weasels and rats

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regenerate invertebrate and bird

life.

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• From page 1

Last week Lianne Dalziel announced

she will not be running

for a fourth term as mayor. It

has opened up what is expected

to be a hotly-contested mayoral

race.

Turner, deputy mayor

and Banks Peninsula Ward

councillor has previously said he

would not run against Dalziel.

The door is now open for him.

Heathcote resident Jasmine

Bishop who was in Lyttelton on

Monday, said she was likely go

with Turner if he ran due to his

connections with the Labour

Party, as a People’s Choice

councillor.

In contrast, John Creagh, of

Lyttelton, said: “Not Andrew, as

he hasn’t done a lot to be seen

for Lyttelton.”

Other potential mayoral

candidates are Heathcote

Ward city councillor Sara

Templeton and fellow city

councillors Mike Davidson and

James Gough.

A Heathcote resident, who

did not want to be named, said

he knows Templeton personally

and that he would vote for her

if she ran because she is quite

proactive in the community.

Many people spoken to by Bay

Harbour News were not aware

of who the potential candidates

could be.


Said Ross Coutts: “I don’t

know the councillors enough

to make that decision. I don’t

even recognise Andrew Turner’s

name, to be honest.”

Another Lyttelton resident

NEWS 7

Potential candidates yet to be decided

Ross Coutts:

“I don’t

know the

councillors

enough to

make that

decision.’’

Sara Templeton James Gough Mike Davidson

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Kiwibank’s

Ferrymead

branch closes


THE KIWIBANK branch in

Ferrymead closed on Friday.

The branch has been operating

out of Take Note on Ferry Rd,

alongside a New Zealand Post

branch.

A Kiwibank spokesperson said:

“For customers, Kiwibank would

have liked to maintain services

in Ferrymead, however the host

business, Take Note, has decided

not to continue its contract with

us.”

Take Note declined to comment.

Kiwibank has been in touch

with the seven customers who

exclusively use the Ferrymead

agent to work through alternative

banking options.

Kiwibank was originally

relocated to Ferrymead from its

branch in Woolston in 2015.

The community enthusiastically

campaigned against the move

with 240 people signing a petition

to stop its closure. The city

council joined the campaign by

sending a letter to New Zealand

Post, which owns Kiwibank.

However, the relocation still

went ahead.

At the time, New Zealand

Post retail distribution general

manager Tracey Berry said the

company was investing in a

full-service post shop and Kiwibank

branch in Ferrymead.

Deputy mayor Andrew Turner

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of communities.

“For every one facility like this

that closes in the community, we

lose one more element of community

connection,” he said.

“While I realise banking is

moving online to the digital

environment, there are still many

people in communities, such as

the elderly and business owners,

who value the service on-site

banks provide and the face-toface

contact.”

Turner said with the Woolston

closure in 2015, the Ferrymead

bank became even more essential,

yet with its closure on Friday,

residents are going to have to

travel even further for their contact

banking.

The nearest Kiwibank service

to Ferrymead is in St Martins or

on Colombo St.


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exciting were some of the words

used to describe Diamond

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The Lion King.

The show was held over the

weekend.

Acting deputy principal and

production director Sally Craw

said there was a huge buy-in

from the community.

The Friday and Saturday

evening shows sold out and

people had to be turned away

on Saturday.

There were only four tickets

left for the opening night on

Thursday.

“It was really exciting seeing

everyone in their costumes and

with their masks,” said Craw.

The entire school was involved,

either taking on a lead role or

acting in the wider chorus.

Teachers, parents and other

family members helped with

creating costumes and the background

set.

Craw said they have received

great positive feedback from

everyone who saw the show.

Several parents commented on

the school’s Facebook page that

it was the best school production

they had ever seen.

“I am really proud of the kids,”

said Craw.

“There is quite a lot of talent

here.”

Several performing pupils will

be attending Cashmere High

School next year, where Craw

expected they would engage with

the high school’s great drama

department.

Diamond Harbour School has

a production every two years.

“We now have two years to

recover,” said Craw with a laugh.

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Keeping the old post office lines

• By Bea Gooding

“SOME PEOPLE preserve family

heirlooms, some people preserve

cakes, but why? If we stop doing

these things then I think we’ve

lost the plot.”

Those are the words of George

Wealleans, who has mastered the

art of preservation as founder

and inaugural president of the

Ferrymead Post and Telegraph

Historical Society.

It is why the 75-year-old is in

charge of the group responsible

for conserving the country’s

communications’ history in

a 1920s post office building,

nestled within Ferrymead

Heritage Park.

“If I don’t, then who’s going

to?” said Wealleans.

“It’s partly ego, partly a desire

to preserve our history. You

might as well preserve something

you’re keen on.”

The society collects and

restores vintage telegraphy,

telephone and switching systems

mainly from the New Zealand

Post Office and formerly Telecom

New Zealand.

The items, sourced from all

over the country, are in working

order, allowing visitors to get a

feel for what life was like before

the digital age.

The exhibition may look like a

CALLING: George Wealleans with one of the old telephones in the Ferrymead Post and

Telegraph Historical Society building.

PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN

museum, but it has not

strayed too far from its original

purpose – the building still

provides postal agency services

and philatelic (postage stamp)

sales.

Wealleans and a few others

established the society in 1977

during a time when the country’s

morse system and telegraph

service were closing down in

1963 and 1988, respectively.

One of the members already

worked at the Ferrymead

tramways, so the heritage park

was seen as the perfect location

to keep the practice alive.

Otherwise, it would have

“ended up on shelves in a shed.”

“When some of the equipment

out there was ready to be

taken out, we wanted to see it

preserved. So I called a meeting

with post officers in town and

established a group,” he said.

“[Now] we have been tasked, or

dumped, with the idea of looking

after this stuff on behalf of the

people of New Zealand.

“But there’s no benefit of

looking after this stuff other than

our hobby.”

Born in Oamaru, Wealleans

was raised in Timaru by his

uncle and aunt when his father

left the picture.

In the 23 years that followed,

he completed school certificate

and locked in his first job at the

Timaru Post Office at 16-yearsold

as a trainee telephone

mechanician.

In search of love, he

relocated to Christchurch in

1971 to get hitched, eventually

building a house, raising three

children of his own, and starting

a new role at the telephone

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of communication open

“We’re still at the same address

with the same phone number in

Avondale.”

Wealleans loved the idea

of being able to help facilitate

communication between others.

The biggest change he

witnessed over time was cell

phones. But as someone who

championed communication,

they were “abhorrent,” as they

created too many distractions.

He also prided himself on

accuracy – his boss once said his

wire tying and lacing skills were

always neat. “It’s the technology

too that got me hooked, and

the data from one computer to

another. The theory of how a cell

phone works is just as important

as the piece of equipment,” he

said.

“Each component leads to a

core computer, then it goes out

through a cellular network and

up to a satellite, passing bits of

messages, then back down to say,

the phone of your mate who just

happens to be having lunch in

San Francisco.”

OPERATOR: One of the society’s oldest telephones, a Bell/Blake transmitter, used

in New Zealand in the 1880s. Left – George Wealleans using some of the old post

office equipment.

PHOTOS: GEOFF SLOAN

But after 31 years in the

industry, it all changed when he

was made redundant in 1992 –

two years after deciding to take

a decade-long hiatus as president

of the historical society.

He spent the next 17 years after

that working in a factory making

plastic bags before he “weaseled”

his way back into the society’s

presidential role about 10 years

ago.

“In every job I’ve had, there’s

been an element of being your

own master,” said Wealleans.

“Obviously you’re following

the instructions. Like at the

plastic bag machine, you’re given

instructions on how long to

make the bag, but they didn’t tell

you how fast to make it.

“So I fine-tuned the machine a

bit to get it going at say, 65 bags a

minute, instead of 50.”

Wealleans is at the

heritage park nearly every day,

and he would not have it any

other way.

But a major regret was not

becoming an architect after

nearly failing a technical exam

in high school – a dream that

grew momentum the second he

received his first Meccano set.

Said Wealleans: “I wouldn’t

go as far as saying I’m an artist

but I can visualise things from a

technical perspective, put it on

paper and draw it, like a circuit

diagram. I’ve always treated my

job as a hobby because I love my

work. I’m able to share all my

experiences with a whole lot of

people, even those who aren’t

ex-post office.”

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Readers respond to last week’s article in the Bay Harbour News about a call

for a powered vessel ban in Rapaki

I live in Cass Bay and go

stand-up paddle boarding. I

thought Rapaki Bay was already

powerboat free. It really should

be.

People can launch small boats

and jet skis from Cass Bay and

with the bay becoming more

popular and busy there are

safety concerns, especially for

swimmers and children playing

in the water. I do not like noise

pollution as well.

There does need to be beaches

and bays that small boats can go

to though, for example on Quail

Island and out past Diamond

Harbour. – Marjorie Russell

I definitely agree with

imposing a ban on powered

vessels in Rapaki Bay.

I have thought this should be

the case every summer when

we are there swimming. –

Vivienne Le Couteur

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on the issues affecting life

in Banks Peninsula

Send emails to:

barry@starmedia.kiwi

I certainly think there should

be a ban on motorised vessels at

Rapaki and that includes jet skis.

Rapaki is a very special area

and popular with swimmers. Jet

skis are dangerous and the noise

destroys the calm of the bay. The

same goes for motor boats.

It is also important for kai

moana gathering for the people

who live at Rapaki. I would like

to see more areas of the harbour

protected from motor boats and

jet skis. It must upset birds and

wildlife too, it is their home. –

Pat Scott, Lyttelton

Up until 2018 I lived in Cass

Bay. My house backed onto an

enviable beach front location.

Thus I took up stand-up

paddle boarding as a hobby.

Even then I was troubled by

those motorised vehicles with

irresponsible handlers.

I often return to the bays

to walk the tracks offered in

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Sunshine coinciding with

school holidays and public holidays

see greatly increased traffic,

water activities, jet skis and

smaller boats and dingies with

outboard vehicles coming into

the bay areas.

Water safety and speed restriction’

protocols often lapse.

Moreover, an increasing amount

of alcohol is bought to beaches,

consumed, and water etiquette is

compromised.

I certainly would not feel

confident to confront a jet skier

who I suspected was under the

influence of alcohol. I’d simply

remove myself from the water.

Now more than ever, when

it is critical to reverse and

protect our larger environments

from further degradations and

personal injury, should policies

place environment stewardship,

before those pleasure seekers

that have no regard to what

damage or anxiety they might

cause.

I strongly support a ban on

motorised vessels in Rapaki.

And support it being extended

in other coastal areas of the

Banks Peninsula.

I hope that residents and

non-residents can see improvements

and that increased safety

measures become the new norm.

Enabling sustainable pleasure

for the greater majority of

people to enjoy together. – P J

Stylianou

WELL, IT was another busy few

weeks in the Banks Peninsula

electorate as we hurtled toward

the shortest day of the year.

Some of the highlights for

me were a visit to Kidsfirst

Lyttelton where the enthusiastic

youngsters opted to show me

how to clamber up the slopes of

the impressive backyard – I was

regrettably far less sure-footed

and, although fun, it was also

lovely to catch up in the warm

with the wonderful team at

Project Lyttelton and call in to

see Sergeant Peoples at the local

police station.

Similarly, I was very grateful

for the hospitality at the Woolston

Fire Station when Elaine,

one of my excellent electorate

staffers, and I called in with some

afternoon tea. I credit the quality

of the baking with the chance to

get behind the driver’s wheel.

Principal Chris and I were

treated to an impromptu haka at

Mt Pleasant School after a lovely

visit with Liza and the team at

kindy down the hill.


OPINION 13

Tracey McLellan

Member of Parliament Banks Peninsula

A chance to catch up

with the electorate

Saturday started with the

chance to acknowledge World

Refugee Day at Rapaki Marae.

Thank you to everyone for making

it so special, especially Nuk,

Sally, Ta Mark and Ahmed.

Speaking of sparkle. While I

had heard about the famous Star

of the Sea Sumner school lipsync

competition I hadn’t seen it

with my own eyes until Saturday

night where I was stoked to be

a judge alongside James Daniels

and Marianne Delaney-Hoshek.

Highly recommend and congratulations.

It’s rare that I venture out of

Banks Peninsula in a recess

week, but it was an honour to

support my colleague Kiri Allen

as she continues her recovery

from cervical cancer treatment. I

spent Wednesday and Thursday

visiting wonderful organisations

doing fantastic work in Whakatane

and Opotiki.

I know Kiri would want me to

take this opportunity to remind

everyone to keep their regular

checks up to date.

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Today, 10-11am

Go along to Lyttelton Library

for their friendly craft sessions.

Take your knitting, crochet or

other portable craft project and

enjoy time with other crafters.

Have a look at their range of

books to get ideas for your next

project! Free, beginners welcome

Lyttelton Library

Wā Kōrero-Storytimes

Today, 10.30-11am

Meet others in the community

when you and your pre-schooler

join in for a fun variety of

stories, songs and rhymes which

foster children’s literacy. All

whānau and caregivers welcome.

Free, no bookings required.

Matuku Takotako: Sumner

Centre

Stories After Dark

Today, 6.30-7.30pm

Go and join in for stories,

songs and crafts to entertain four

to seven-year-olds. The whole

family is welcome – kids, wear

your PJs and take your teddies.

Lyttelton Library

Creative Wednesdays

Wednesday, 11.30am-2.30pm

All welcome and you can

come and go as you please. This

group is focused on bringing

people together and getting

creative, no matter what level

your art practice is, beginner or

expert. Go along to this event to

make connections and express

yourself freely. Every Wednesday.

The Rock, 10 Wakefield Ave,

Sumner

Heathcote Community

Morning Tea

Wednesday, 10am-12pm

Everyone is invited to pop in

for a cuppa, some fresh baking

and to get to know some of the

locals. Every Wednesday.

Heathcote Community Centre

Pottery Social Night

Wednesday, 7-9.15pm

This is a local, equitable opportunity

for those with pottery

experience to pot, have fun and

make connections with others.

They have two fully-equipped

clay rooms all set up for you

to work on your own projects

and share your skills. Tuition is

not provided. The rooms have

benches, and three electric pottery

wheels, just take your own

clay, glazes, tools and ideas.

Sumner Hub, 57 Nayland St

French Conversation Group

Thursday, 10.30-11.30am

Go along and join in for an

hour of conversational French.

Enjoy a hot drink and meet people

in your in community. Free,

no bookings required.


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A Reading at Harbour House

Thursday, 6pm

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new hybrid collection, The Other

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James Norcliffe.

Harbour House, 79 Main Rd,

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Sumner Silver Band

Thursday, 7pm-8.30pm

All welcome to attend the

band’s regular rehearsals to either

just listen or to become part

of the band. They can provide

instruments and encourage returning

players of all ages. Phone

Peter Croft for more information

3849 534.

Redcliffs School, Beachville Rd

Community Garden Working

Bee

Thursday, 10-11.30am

Contribute time and sweat to

the Mt Pleasant community garden.

Join Jocelyn at this weekly

working bee. The garden is

located between the community

centre and the kindergarten.

Mt Pleasant Community Centre

Garden

Twinkle Tots

Friday, 10.30am

Twinkle Tots is a community

music group for under 5s, a

delightful space where the littlest

members of the community and

their guardians can catch up for

singing, dancing and practicing

social skills. Morning tea is provided.

Gold coin donation.

St Mary’s Church Village Hall,

Heathcote

After School Movie

Friday, 3.30-5pm

Go join in to watch Khumba

thanks to Beamafilm. Khumba a

half-striped zebra, is blamed for

the drought in the area his herd

lives. He sets out on a journey to

save all animals and be accepted

by his herd. Family-friendly.

Free, take your own snacks. No

booking required


Centre

Zoomers Art Exhibition

Friday-Sunday, 10am-4pm

Artists Against Slavery presents,

Zoomers; an exhibition of

work by four talented Generation

Z artists, who all live in Diamond

Harbour and are students

at Cashmere High School. They

Eleanor Grimshaw

art exhibition

opening night.

Friday, 6pm. Go

along for drinks and

nibbles and a bit of

art gazing. Sumner’s

Eleanor is exhibiting

her colourful

illustrations and

photorealistic

portraits. For the

rest of the month,

pop into The Rock

whenever their signs

are out to check out

the artwork. The

Rock, 10 Wakefield

Ave, Sumner

will be donating 10 per cent of

the sale price of their artworks

sold to Artists Against Slavery.

Stoddart Cottage, Diamond

Harbour

Art and Craft Market

Saturday, 9.30am-12.30pm

The very popular art and craft

market is on this Saturday in the

community’s warm hall.

Mt Pleasant Community

Centre

Tea and Talk

Monday, 10.30-11.30am

Sumner Bays Union Trust

host tea and talk. Join in for

a social morning with free

hot drinks and snacks. Make

yourself comfortable and spend

some time talking to other

members of the community and

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Singing in a chorus an uplifting experience

• By Eva Munro

IT WAS QUITE an effort for

my friends to convince me to

audition for the Christchurch City

Chorus in February.

Retired last year, I was already

pretty busy with my garden and

oil painting. I wasn’t looking for

more hobbies.

How wrong I was because singing

turned out to be more than

a hobby. It’s a new and inspiring

way of life – new knowledge,

new skills, new experience, new

acquaintances, even a new reality.

I am not a native English speaker

and thought I would struggle

with my accent. I had never heard

of the songs we perform. Each

week at practice, we are taught

clear and correct pronunciation

and breathing techniques and

even acting while singing.

I then just download each song

10 times in a row onto my phone

and keep listening and singing

along while gardening or doing

my house chores.

I keep discovering my voice,

which I never even thought I had.

Long ago, I sang at after-school

care.

Later, I sang Happy Birthday at

parties. These were my only experiences

of performing until in

April, as one of over 100 women

in the chorus, I got standing ovations

at my first concerts.

A crucial part of the learning

process and the atmosphere in the

chorus are our leaders. Our musical

director, Virginia Humphrey-

Taylor began her training singing

in opera and musical theatre.

Richard Marrett also supports

us as a vocal coach and pianist.

Apart from being highly qualified

professionals, they are kind,

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CRYPTIC CROSSWORD

1 2 3 4

5 6

7 8 9

10

11 12

13

14 15

16 17

18 19 20

21

22 23

24

QUICK CROSSWORD

1 2 3 4 5 6

9/7


Across

1. Ready for action, though poor in a

late turnout (11)

7. Father, having solar trouble, needs its

protection (7)

9. Pretend to be an attitude one might

adopt (4)

11. Be the reason behind a principle

that’s fought for (5)

12. Ridge might form round top of leg,

this being worn (6)

14. Competitive sort of body-work? (11)

18. To feel discontent will get peer in

trouble (6)

20. Bible reference one would expect to

rhyme (5)

22. It may be the informer that will

annoy one (4)

23. Throwing a game that originated in

Ireland (7)

24. Afraid merry-go-round will be given

to milk producer (5,6)

Down

2. Might it put us right, one in the

chase? (7)

3. How jouster would compete for tip

(4)

4. Spoken in dual form - nothing in it!

(5)

5. First sparrow will jab bill at bit of dust

(5)

6. Have great enjoyment turning the bar

over (5)

8. Bombardment as means of getting

peas from pods (8)

10. Find out that the record is finished

(8)

13. Tale has no alternative but to show

place is filthy (3)

15. Such slavish use one perhaps

reviles (7)

16. Allow student the necessary to

pursue his studies (5)

17. It will nearly be a strip at the

roadside (5)

19. A pram used for going to town for

ham (5)

21. One left the boss so that he could

work at the range (4)

SUDOKU

Fill the grid so that every column, every row and 3x3

box contains the digits 1 to 9.

7

8 9

10 11 12

13 14 15

16 17 18

19 20 21

22

23 24

Across

1. Trousers (5)

4. Thrifty (6)

7. Garden tool (3)

8. Survey leisurely (6)

9. Quit (6)

10. Demean (8)

12. Crypt (4)

13. Idiotic (6)

15. Natural skill (6)

16. Unit of time (4)

17. Protector (8)

19. Face (6)

20. Spread rumours

(6)

22. Perceive (3)

23. Position (6)

24. Expire (5)

Down

1. Person who sets

high standards (13)

2. At this time (3)

3. Bed linen (5)

4. Intensely passionate

(7)

5. Troubled (9)

6. Quarrelsome (13)

11. Significant (9)

14. Stray off the

subject (7)

18. Heavenly creature

(5)

21. Take small

mouthfuls (3)

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Belittle, 12. Tomb, 13. Stupid, 15. Talent, 16. Hour, 17. Guardian,

19. Visage, 20. Gossip, 22. See, 23. Status, 24. Lapse.

Down: 1. Perfectionist, 2. Now, 3. Sheet, 4. Fervent, 5.

Unsettled, 6. Argumentative, 11. Important, 14. Digress, 18.

Angel, 21. Sip.

CRYPTIC CROSSWORD

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14. Athleticism 18. Repine 20. Verse 22. Nark 23. Hurling 24.

Dairy farmer.

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21. Chef.

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Phone (03) 3844 179 | Email prier.manson@raywhite.com

rwferrymead.co.nz /RayWhiteFerrymead

Prier Manson Ltd. (Licensed REAA 2008)


A Lifestyle of Luxury

9 Beachville Road, Redcliffs

4 bedrooms, 2 living, 1 study, 4 bathrooms, 3 car garaging

Enjoying a prime yet private position off the prestigious Redcliffs waterfront,

this luxuriously appointed residence responds magnificently to the needs

of modern lifestyles and achieves comfort and flexibility within a skilfully

composed floor plan. Designed by local architect Marcus Stufkens, the twolevel

layout has been exquisitely arranged with well-considered spaces and

serves up exceptional living and accommodation options across both floors.

The home’s upper level is dedicated to everyday living and hosts the primary

open-plan entertaining area, which exudes modern appeal and steps outdoors

to two sheltered balconies that capture views of the water. An attractive

family bathroom and two of the home’s four bedrooms are also situated

upstairs, including the master suite that comes complete with a luxurious

walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. An alternative living zone and additional kitchen

occupy the ground floor, which is favourable for families craving space, or

buyers simply seeking a well-appointed area where they can work from home

or have extended guests. Further bedrooms and bathrooms are positioned

downstairs, ensuring your options are cleverly distributed across both floors.

Entertaining in style outdoors is assured with a supreme alfresco environment

that comprises a volcanic stone fireplace and spa, while the outdoor shower

provides the perfect spot to freshen up after a day at the beach. Versatility

is heightened by the presence of a media room and dedicated study with

stunning in-built cabinetry, while an extensive three-car garage, ample on-site

parking and a sauna round out this endlessly appealing residence.

FINAL WEEK

Auction: Thursday 15 July from 11am, in rooms, 76 Hereford St

(unless sold prior)

Open Homes: Thu, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 2.00pm

www.raywhite.co.nz/OPA30011

Simon and Paula Standeven

M. 0274 304 691 E. thestandevens@raywhite.com

No.1 Sales Consultants

2017-2021

Simon & Paula Standeven

Coastal Charm + Enviable Locale

4 Cliff Street, Redcliffs/Moncks Bay

3 bedrooms, 2 living, 1 study, 2 bathrooms, 1 car garaging

Brimming with the charm and grace of an earlier era, this delightful

family home in one of Moncks Bay’s most coveted streets offers a rare

opportunity to secure the ultimate seaside lifestyle. Modernised for

contemporary living, the home has enjoyed sympathetic upgrades over

the years, while retaining its elegant early century heritage details such as

rimu panelling and leadlight windows. The approx 175sqm floor plan offers

three double bedrooms, plus a fourth single or home office, supported by

two well-appointed bathrooms, including an ensuite for the master. Two

generous living spaces, warmed by a log burner and heat pump, ensure

ample space for growing families with a spacious, sun-drenched informal

living space operating as the social hub and extending seamlessly out

to the private gardens. Featuring a lovely expanse of lawn for playing

and space for alfresco entertaining, the grounds offer endless scope for

further enhancements. A practical separate laundry completes the home,

while a single garage and off-street parking cover parking needs. Set upon

a 646sqm section on prestigious Cliff Street, this property is perfectly

positioned for superb sunshine, shelter from the prevailing winds and easy

access to the local yacht club and Redcliffs School. With a small, sandy

beach at the end of the street and both Sumner and Redcliffs villages close

to hand, this enviable locale affords relaxed, seaside living within a short

drive of the city. Buyers seeking an outstanding family-friendly community

will appreciate the unique opportunity presented by this exceptional

property and are advised to act quickly.

Auction: Sunday 25 July at 11am, on site (unless sold prior)

Open Homes: Thu, Sat & Sun 2.30 - 3.00pm


Simon and Paula Standeven

M. 0274 304 691 E. thestandevens@raywhite.com

No.1 Sales Consultants

2017-2021

Simon & Paula Standeven

Paula & Simon Standeven Sam Ansell Jan Edlin

Pip Sutton

Gretta Ulmer



Magic over Moncks Bay...As it is!

270 Main Road, Sumner

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 living

The sequel to this seaside cottage overlooking Moncks Bay is ready to be

scripted!

Proudly positioned, this is one of the city’s most captivating seaside locations.

Walk up the private laneway and be enthralled with the charm of this special

site.

Options aplenty for this fabulously private location - being offered for sale in

‘As Is Where Is’ condition, this beachside cottage built isn the early 1900’s will

certainly be an enticing project for those with an eye for restoration. Others

will see scope to start again in this unique and peaceful location, underpinned

long term by the sheltered position and gloriously unrivaled views.

You will enjoy breath-taking views stretching from Pegasus Bay and across

Moncks Bay to the Southern Alps. The sparkle of the sea, sound of the

breaking surf, magic of the mountains; words simply cannot do justice to the

ever-changing panorama.

Within walking distance to Sumner Beach, Sumner Village, cafés, restaurants,

supermarket, and right on the doorstep of the Coastal Pathway for sunset

strolls or weekday commutes. Seize the day!

Auction: 11am Thursday 29th July 2021

Open Homes: Sat & Sun 2:00-2:30pm


Rod Cross

M. 021 763 763

P: 03 384 4179

E. rod.cross@raywhite.com

Loans made

simple. Loans made

simple.

First Home Buyers

Investors

Refinancing

Yvette Wright

Your local

Lyttelton & the Bays

Real Estate Specialist

My service comes

at no cost to you.

First Home Buyers

My service comes

Investors

Antonia McAtamney,Mortgage Adviser

021 at 469 no 244 cost to you.

antonia.mca@loanmarket.co.nz

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Yvette Wright

020 4172 1510

yvette.wright@raywhite.com

Ray White Lyttelton

47 London Street, Lyttelton

Christchurch 8082

P: 03 384 4179

Yvette Wright

M. 020 4172 1510

E. yvette.wright@raywhite.com

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47 London St

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03 384 4179

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Prier Manson Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

Craig Prier Yvette Wright

Mark Gardner

Bev Prout Rod Cross James Shepherd


We let the numbers

do the talking!

Auction Statistics

Sold

under hammer

83.3%

98.8%

Sold prior

4.8%

SOLD

Sold

following

10.7%

Withdrawn

1.2%

*Ray White Ferrymead auction sales last 12 months to 30 June 2021

Ray White Ferrymead

Phone (03) 3844 179 | Email prier.manson@raywhite.com

rwferrymead.co.nz | /RayWhiteFerrymead Prier Manson Ltd. (Licensed REAA 2008)

IN SUPPORT OF RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE SOUTH ISLAND

Bay Harbour: July 07, 2021

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