Selwyn Times: July 14, 2021

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2 Selwyn Times Wednesday July 14 2021 from the editor’s desk GENERAL INQUIRIES Ph 379 7100 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Ph 379 1100 Star Media, a division of Allied Press Ltd PO Box 1467, Christchurch starmedia.kiwi GREAT TO see the council (finally) doing something about the bouncy strip on Ellesmere Rd (page 1). While the statistics show there have been no reported crashes there since 2014, it is a serious accident waiting to happen. Vehicles, trucks included, literally bounce along the stretch of road if they are going faster than 70 km/h. Regular travellers between Lincoln and Halswell know the risk and (hopefully) slow down, but many who don’t know the road don’t, I suspect. Ellesmere Rd itself needs a major upgrade. It is far too narrow for the amount of traffic it now carries, and the western edges are dangerous if the left wheels touch it. I’ve seen numerous vehicles in the ditch over the past few years as a consequence. Barry Clarke barry@starmedia.kiwi NEWS Susan Sandys Ph: 021 914 742 susan.sandys@starmedia.kiwi ADVERTISING Lynette Evans Ph: 364 7434 lynette.evans@starmedia.kiwi sport A growing force in rugby The girls’ game plays an important part in New Zealand’s rugby culture. Pages 27, 28 & 30 The best-read local newspaper, delivered to 20,926 homes every week. Ladbrooks • Tai Tapu • Leeston • Lincoln Southbridge • Prebbleton Rolleston • Burnham • Kirwee West Melton • Darfield • Arthur’s Pass community events Learn hip hop A dancer will be on hand to teach five to 17-year-olds the art of hip hop at two venues – West Melton and Lincoln. Page 33 Dispose of hot ash safely Hot ash can cause bin and truck fires Smile with confidence FIRST Bucket and soak it Put ash in a metal bucket with water for at least five days. THEN Spread on your garden If untreated wood ash. OR Bag it and bin it Place cold ash in a plastic bag then place it in the red rubbish bin. BEFORE Full or Partial Dentures Immediate Dentures Winz Approved aFtER Insurance Claims Urgent Denture Repair & Reline Payment Options Available 914 Colombo St | Ph: 03 365 2859 | www.cosmeticdentureclinic.co.nz selwyn.govt.nz
Wednesday July 14 2021 Selwyn Times • By Susan Sandys FARMERS AND supporters throughout the district will be taking to the streets to protest against what they say is a deluge of new regulations and costs from central government. David Marshall at Leeston and Derek Bull of Sheffield are organising the Howl of a Protest events at noon on Friday in Leeston and Darfield respectively. They are among farmers around New Zealand rounding up dog teams and firing up utes and tractors to head into their nearest town for peaceful protest rallies. Marshall said the clean car discount scheme to be introduced next year was the “straw that broke the camel’s back.” Ute buyers would have to pay the new tax when the electric vehicle technology was not yet there to offer a viable alternative. He said he had been blown away by the support for the protest, and he would not be surprised if hundreds turned out. “The level of phone calls, and interest in it, has been really amazing,” Marshall said. Bull urged protesters to take along their dogs and meet on the entrance to Darfield, from which point they would march into town, “with signs and dogs howling.” Federated Farmers President Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz Farmers to protest: Tax on utes the ‘straw that broke the camel’s back’ David Marshall Andrew Hoggard said he was not surprised that anger about regulations and costs from central government was spilling over into protest meetings. Hoggard said farmers and ratepayers were already facing huge uncertainty and cost with the impact of “bungled and impractical essential freshwaters regulations.” And now the Government has ANGER: Farmers are invited to take their dogs for a Howl of a Protest at Leeston and Darfield on Friday. thrown in phase one of the Resource Management Act reform, with the same flawed “one size fits all approach.” There was also upheaval around the National Policy Statement Indigenous Biodiversity and Significant Natural Areas, and a push for a climate change pricing mechanism for livestock emissions. NEWS 3 In Brief CONSULTATION RESPONSE Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency has had a “fantastic” response as it continues consultation on their views about speed limits on the highway between Christchurch and Akaroa. Between 2011 and 2020, 75 people were killed or suffered serious injuries in crashes on this road. A spokesperson said there had been more than 100 emails, as well as constructive comments and conversations on the interactive map on its website. It had also held pop-up events, where locals had taken up our invitation to come along, ask questions and make a submission. The public engagement period runs to July 27. EVENTS GUIDE The district council’s new programmes and events guide details is out now, featuring a diverse range of activities being held around the district for next term. New will be a variety of workshops with a focus on sustainability, family fun days and a chance to celebrate Māori Language Week, Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori. There will be music and kids events, workshops and fitness classes, the usual weekly libraries’ programmes, alongside adult sign language classes, Rekindle activities and family bingo nights. The annual CultureFest celebrations return in September. Helping Selwyn to do more ADVERTISEMENT What a difference a local understanding can make! Selwyn has seen a lot of change over the past decade or so, both in the economy and population. Ensuring that everyone thrives through all this change comes down to people being able to get what they need to get ahead, with a minimum of fuss. In an area with such diverse financial needs, from farm bikes to industrial machinery to the family ute, a local lending specialist who can make a local decision stands out a mile. Whether it’s a ute for that first apprenticeship, a quad for the farm or just a runabout for the shopping, Dan from MTF Finance Rolleston is uniquely experienced in helping the rural and industrial sector to get ahead. With an extensive background in rural banking and finance (and a passion for the local rugby scene), he’s seen a few things and knows what makes the region tick. “Rapid expansion in population, industry and businesses means there’s very little time to waste getting that next vehicle or tool for the trade” says Dan. “Having a local MTF Finance lender who understands our economy, and can then make a lending decision right here, is a great option for those looking to get ahead.” MTF Finance has been helping Kiwis nationwide to get ahead since 1970, and it’s always locals helping locals, says Dan. “I don’t think you should have to go through international call centres or Auckland offices to get a vehicle loan in the Selwyn district. You just want to talk directly to a local lender who understands the needs of the locals, so you can get on with the job.” Making it easy also means meeting customers where they are. With MTF Finance’s mobile lending technology, Dan can organise a loan for a truck, car, bike or caravan from the convenience of your workplace or home. Look out for the bright yellow MTF Finance Rolleston car, or call 03 347 0932 (or catch Dan at the rugby on weekends), and ask him what he can do for you.
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