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4 Thursday September 30 2021 Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz SOUTHERN VIEW Participation a prize in itself for • By John Cosgrove MAN AND beast were running together at the third annual 4Paws Marathon series held on Sunday at Bottle Lake Forest Park. Observing Covid level 2 spacing rules, competitors and their dogs from all over the South Island lined up for the start of events, including a marathon, a half marathon, 16km, 10km and 5km runs, and a 2.4km rascals walk/run. They ran along tracks through Bottle Lake Forest Park and along nearby beaches – with some going almost as far as the Brighton Pier. The day also hosted two virtual races. Organisers started lines of competitors at ten-second intervals. They also conducted mandatory vet checks along the way. 4Paws event organiser and race director John Molloy said it was a massive but fulfilling day. “In all we were very impressed with how people respected the event’s Covid rules with responsible mask usage in what is a very social event (about 100 participants).” He said dogs bring out the best in people, and for the third year in a row there were no dog –or DUOs: Paula Charmley, of Hoon Hay, and her dog Kahu get distracted before the start of the half marathon. Top right: Charmaine Le Roux, of Cashmere, and her dog Savannah. Right: Madeleine Van Dyk, of Cashmere, and her dog Charles. PHOTOS: JOHN COSGROVE human – altercations. “The smiles on everyones faces . . . inspires us to keep hosting this event. [It] is about participation and not winning so the winners get no winning prizes as such. “But in due time they will realise they have won the best prize of all – sharing the experience of finishing a marathon together with their best friend,” Molloy said. When it came to the multiple races, he was unaware of any event in the world that offered this experience. It was good to see both human and dog winners were from Christchurch, Molloy said. Darryl Cotton and Pip, a kelpie, of Rangiora won the men’s marathon in 3hr 46min 31sec, while Holly Weston and her sheep dog Billy Knowler of Beckenham won the women’s in 3hr 55min 41sec.
SOUTHERN VIEW Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz Thursday September 30 2021 5 both people and pups READY: Paula with Kahu under control. Top right: Sara Chisnall and Aaron Duncan, of Huntsbury, with Blake, a leonburger. RELAXED: Abigail Hurst of Opawa with her dog Spoon (right) and Andy Cousins, of Somerfield, with his irish wolf hound Sullivan (far right). PHOTOS: JOHN COSGROVE Bus capacity stretched for cycles • From page 1 However, Van Der Burch had heard about times when there was not enough room for all the bikes on the rack, with cyclists having to wait until the next bus. She has already discussed her ideas with Deputy Mayor and Lyttelton resident Andrew Turner. Said Turner: “This is an important idea to talk about. We need to think about whether increasing capacity to carry bikes on buses could work or maybe incentivise cycling where travelling from Lyttelton to the gondola and back could be free if you have a bike.” Turner said these decisions will be up to ECan. Cycling through the tunnel or in any of the side tunnels has been researched and dismissed as unfeasible and unsafe. Gibbon said there will be a service review of route 28 in the coming year ahead. Van Der Burch said she hopes to talk at ECan’s transportation sub-committee in late October. • HAVE YOUR SAY: Do you think it needs to be easier for cyclists to travel from Lyttelton to Christchurch city? Do you have any solutions? Email samantha. mythen@starmedia.kiwi OPEN DAY EVENT Open Day Event Saturday 2 October, 10am - 2pm Come along and join us for a delicious morning tea and a personal tour around our Villas, Studios and grounds. Our new Village Manager, Vicky Knipe, and our Village Coordinator, Jane Woodill, will be delighted to meet you. Bring along your family to experience Bishop Selwyn’s amazing staff and all the services we have to offer. Bishop Selwyn Village is a safe place to call home. Our studios and villas offer large spacious rooms, modern kitchens and garden courtyards. Our residents enjoy a secure and quiet location with a homely, community feel. To find out more contact: Jane Woodill on 027 215 8220 or 03 379 4044 We look forward to seeing you there! OPEN DAY EVENT: Sat 2 October 10am - 2pm OPEN HOMES: Wed 6, Sat 9 & Wed 13 October 10am - 2pm Join us for a delicious morning tea and a personal tour around our Villas, Studios and grounds. 350 Selwyn Street, Spreydon E: bishopselwyn@ultimatecare.co.nz www.ultimatecare.co.nz
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