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Tickling the ivory to make you smile
By ROBYN BRISTOW
Two young Rangiora students are
sharingtheirmusic to make
people smile.
BrothersEmeric Savry, aged
12, aYear 8student at Rangiora
Borough School,and Yohann,
aged 14, aYear10student at
Rangiora High School, decided
to create aYouTube piano
channel to cheerpeople up
through the topsy turvey Covid­19
times, particularly during
lockdown.
Mum, and music teacher
ChristelleSavry,who has taught
Emeric and Yohann, and their
threesiblings classical piano
sincethey were little,thought it
was agreat lockdown initiative,
and lent ahand to get their
channel up and playing.
Even thought thingsare back to
arelative normality in
CanterburyCovid­wise,she says
the siblings are enjoying
continuing to practice, and
sharing their music.
‘‘They have made anumber of
friends from aroundthe world
already thankstoit,’’ she says.
Christellesays Emeric has put
alot of effort into it, learning and
publishing new songs each week,
as well as creating his own
arrangements.
Yohann, and their 15­year­old
sister Eloise,who is in Year 11 at
Rangiora High School, havealso
started to create their own
channels.
Christellesays there are many
more videos on their channels,
includingsome of the boysdoing
pianoand drum performances
together.
‘‘I would lovefor more people
to enjoy the videos,’’ she says.
Christellehas spent three
hoursevery Satuday and Sunday
for about eight to nine years
teachingher children piano.
‘Yes it is ahuge commitment
and some daysIdid wonder why
Iwas doing this to myself. Then
again, hearing them play all the
time these daysand seeing them
enjoying it so much,isall the
reward Ineed,’’ she says.
Christellesays she loves abusy
life.She wrotecookbooks some
yearsago as ahobby, and today
she is on the board of Swim
Canterbury West Coast, and
works as the GeneralManagerof
Engineering at atech company in
Christchurch.
To listen to Emeric, Yohann
and Eloise, search their names
on YouTube.
Music to make you smile ...
Emeric Savry (front), and his
brother Yohann, are sharing their
music to bring happiness to all in
this Covid­world.
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Vaping to be stubbed out in public places in the Hurunui
Vaping is ano­no in smokefree areasofthe
Hurunui District.
The council’sstrategyand policy
committee has approved adding vaping to
its smokefree strategy.
This followsconsultation with
representativesfrom the CancerSociety
and Canterbury DistrictHealth Board,
and reviewingits strategy to ensure its in
line withthe Smokefree Environments
and Regulated Products (Vaping)
Amendment Act 2020.
TheAct aimstocreateaneducational
tool to encourage and promote smokefree
andvapefreebehaviour in public places,
particularly where children and young
peopleare present. Thisincludes all
council playgrounds, parks and reserves,
swimmingpools, and cemeteries, and
within a10metre radius of the main
entrances of all council libraries, service
centres, community facilitiesand halls,all
indoor areas of council rentalproperties,
all events run by council,and the Hanmer
Springs smokefree and vapefree zone
whichincludes the entire central business
district.
Cr Mary HollowayofHanmer Springs
says the HanmerSpringsCommunity
Boardsupports including vaping in the
smokefree area of the village. She says it
will createbetter awareness around
health, and will certainly meanless
peoplesmoking and vapingwithin the
central business area.
Smokefree and vapefree signage willbe
extendedtoincludethe Waiau Reserve,
theMotunauRecreationReserve, the
Gore Bay Reserve, the OmihiReserve
Playground and the nine council
cemeteries.
Committee chairCrGeoff Shier says it is
areally goodsoft approach to fit in with
thenational message.
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JabberWaka busy on Saturday
By SHELLEY TOPP
Over 1800 peoplewere vaccinated in the
Waimakariri Districtduring the Super
Saturday vaxathon.
It was the busiest North Canterbury
district, with 320 getting the jab in the
HurunuiDistrict, and 140 in Kaikoura.
TheCanterburyDistrict HealthBoard’s
(CDHB) senior officer responsible for the
Covid­19response, Dr HelenSkinner ,says
more than 17,000 Covid­19 vaccinations
were administered in the province last
Saturday.
At the CDHB’s JabberWakapop­up
covid vaccination centre in Kaiapoi,
Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon was the
99th personatthe cliniconthe day to be
vaccinated.
He was having his secondvaccineshot
and saidhewas ‘‘really thrilled’’ to see so
many peopleatthe clinic getting
vaccinated.
‘‘If people wanttheir freedom back,
gettingvaccinated is the best way to
achievethat,’’ he said.
The clinic opened at 11am and by
closingtime,at5.30pm on Saturday, 269
vaccinations had been administered with
afurther 120 vaccinationsdone there on
Sunday.
Rapid ReliefTeam (RRT) members
from Rangioraand Christchurch provided
asausagesizzle at the clinic, serving up
more than 500 sausagestopeople who had
been vaccinated during the day, while
nationwide RRT membersprovided more
than 11,500sausages at vaccination clinics.
PlaceMakersKaiapoibranchmanager
ShelleyCapilwas also at the clinic
handingout $100 PlaceMakers gift cards to
people whohad been vaccinated.
Adrian Teika, atradiefrom Kaiapoi, had
his first vaccinationatthe clinicon
Saturday and was pleased to receiveone
of the gift cards fromShelley after his jab.
Shelleysaid PlaceMakers were giving
away $50,000worth of gift cards
nationwide to people who got vaccinated
on Saturday.
Nationally the vaxathonsmashed the
record for the numberofvaccinations in
one day,with 130,000people getting ajab
nationwide.
The previous record was 90,757
vaccinations on August26.
The Director General of Health,Dr
Ashley Bloomfield, thanked the many
people involvedand all those who stepped
up to be vaccinated.
‘‘We take our hats off to the thousandsof
vaccinators, volunteers, DHBand
healthcare staff, community helpers,
logistics teams,delivery people,
Healthline callcentre workers and
everyone elsewho played their part
withoutwhom this result wouldnot have
been possible,’’hesaid.
Saturday’svaxathonresultmeans
3,565,692Kiwis, or 85% of New Zealand’s
eligible populationhas had at least one
jab, and 2,748,291people (65%) were fully
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NC Sports Awards cancelled
By ROBYN BRISTOW
The 2021 MainPower NorthCanterbury
Sports Awardshave again been
cancelled.
Thisyearitisdue to Covid 19 Level 2
event restrictions,rather thanthe lack
of sporting activity in the regionwhich
forced the postponement last year.
The NorthCanterbury Sport &
Recreation Trust,who organises the
annualeventtocelebrate sporting
achievements by the region’sathletes,
officials,administrators, supporters
andclubs, made thedifficultdecision
to cancelthe 2021 awardsafternews
theGovernment was notreducing
restrictions on major events.
NCSRT chiefexecutiveMichael
Sharpe saysthe Trust consideredall
optionstohold the event in some
capacity –live or virtual–but in the
end decidedalternatives would not
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“TheSports Awardsare agreat
opportunity for local clubs to promote
themselves,theirathletesand events
to the wider community, and
potentiallytolinkwith local business
sponsors, so the benefits are therefor
everyone.
‘‘Unfortunately,withCovidthese
opportunities are severely restricted
and we feltitwould be better to cancel
for another year ratherthan puttingon
asubstandardevent ‘just for thesake
of it’.”
Thisyear’s SportsAwards werealso
going to be anotherchance for the
NCSRT to showcase itsfantastic new
homeatMainPower Stadium,soMr
Sharpe is disappointed theycan’t make
the first galaeventatthe Stadium their
own one.
At the time of making the decision to
cancel,nominations for the 2021
MainPowerNorth CanterburySports
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However thequality of those
nominationswas veryhigh.
‘‘We hadsomefantasticnominations
from the likes of ICE Trampoline,
NorthCanterbury Basketball,
RangioraHigh School,the local
Mountain bikingcommunity, rugby
clubs, hockeyclubs and more.
‘‘We also saw thenominationofnew
sportsevents forBMX andhockey –
just going to showthat sport in North
Canterbury has remained strong and
vibrant through every hurdleput in its
way.
‘‘That is testamenttoall the people
whoworkhard in the background to
keep sports runningfor everyone to
enjoy,’’MrSharpesays.
Allnominations received thisyear
will be held overtothe 2022Sports
Awards, whichwillbebecome a
celebration of threeyears of North
Canterbury sporting achievement.
An injection of sight for Daphne
Rangiora woman, Daphne Rogers,has had
over 100 injections in her eyesoverthe
past 11 years.
The91­year­oldhas wet Macular
Degeneration(MD), in both eyes. One eye
is classed as legally blind,the other has
reasonable vision as aresult of ongoing
treatment.
Shewas diagnosedwith Macular
Degeneration,afterayear in which she
lost her husband,lost her home to the 2011
earthquakes, and had to relocate her life
andpossessions from the Red Zone in
Avonside to Rangiora.
Daphne’s fatherlost his vision from
what was then called ‘wetness behind the
eye’. At the time there was no treatment
available. Daphne’s two sisters also
developed MD, but luckily it didn’t affect
herbrothers.
“One of my sisters decided not to have
thetreatment because of the thoughtofthe
injections,and for otherreasonsand,
sadly, within ashort time,she losther
vision and her independence.”
Daphne firstnoticed symptoms of MD
when she was looking at her venetian
blinds and noticed they looked ‘wavy’. She
immediatelycalled her optometrist, and
wasreferred to an ophthalmologist, who
shesaw the next morning.
Theophthalmologist told Daphne she
would needaseries ofAvastininjections
into her eyestosave her sight from
deteriorating.Daphne went homehaving
hadher first ever eye injection.
“I didn’t like havingthe injections, but I
knew it was importantnot to delay,soIjust
gotonwith it. They didn’t really hurt, it
wasjustthe thought of it.
‘‘Ihave done yogasince 1966,(and still
holds yogaclasses in her community) so I
Daphne Rogers
wouldgointo deep relaxed state when
they put me in the chair to have the
injection, andthathelped hugely.
‘‘Thenurses got used to me doingthis,
but one day anew youngnursecameinto
the room and called for helpbecause she
couldn’trouse me. She got suchafright.’’
Afterhavingthe injectionsataprivate
clinic for quite afew months,Daphnewas
referredtothe publichealthsystem and,
last month had endured 108 injections
over 11 years.
MD has impacted her lifetoadegree,
but Daphne has avery positive attitude
and doesn’t let it affect her emotionally.
She is aware of beingcareful not to
misjudge curbsand doesn’t have any mats
on the floor to trip on.
She is extremelyindependent and still
drives herself locally. Daphnehas always
been an excellentseamstressand has up
until recently, beenable to do finework.
Recently Daphnenoticed the visionin
her only ‘good’ eye was deteriorating,
which was quite frightening. She then had
cataract surgery, and to her surprise she
could see the amazing colours of her
homemade cushionsand was especially
happy when she saw the colour of her
brother’s browneyes again.
Havingthe injections has becomepart
of her life, and they are are now six weeks
apart as sheishavingEyleainstead of
Avastin to maintain her vision.
Both medications are funded.Daphne
uses the St John shuttle to get to and from
her appointments at the hospital, helping
her feel safe and secure, and makingit
easierfor her to maintainthe treatment
schedule.
“Thereislife with Macular
Degeneration. Treatment hasenabledme
to keepgoing and to be independent for
longer. My advice to anyonewho has
symptoms is to see aspecialist as soon as
possible and to continue the treatment.
Peopleneed to be moreaware of Macular
Degeneration.”
MacularDegenerationNew Zealand
(MDNZ), aCharitable Trust,ishosting a
free Awareness and Education seminar in
Christchurch on Saturday, October 30,
10am to 11.30amatthe WigramHotel
ballroom in Wigram Drive, Christchurch.
Ophthalmologist Dr AinsleyMorris will
share the latestinformation on treatments
and the management of this eye disease.
Informationpacks will be availableonthe
day. To register phone 0800MACULA (622
852),oremail info@mdnz.org.nz or
registeronline at www.mdnz.org.nz/
public­seminar­sign­up.
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New role for associate pastor
By DAVID HILL
The recentlockdown offeredAndrew
Thornborrowthe chance to become
familiarwithhis newcommunity.
The newRangioraBaptist Church
associatepastor moved his familyfrom
Masterton to Pegasus in August to takeup
his new role, whichincludescoordinatingthe
Rangiora Youth
Community Trust and overseeing 24­7
youthworkersinlocal highschools.
‘‘I started twodaysbeforelockdown,so
it madeitdifficult to gettoknowpeople,
but it wasgood to spend timegetting
settledinand familiarising ourselves
with thenew community.
‘‘It was good to discover thebeach,
because in theWairarapaitwas along
drivetoget to the beach.’’
Andrew was bornand bred in atiny
town just outofGisborne, before moving
to Auckland where he worked briefly as a
youthpastor, ‘‘butthat feels likealife
time ago’’.
The Rangiora Youth Community Trust
co­ordinates the local24­7 youthworker
programmes, which is jointly funded
between the school, alocal church and
the trust.
Whilethe 24­7youth workersare based
in Rangiora HighSchool and Rangiora
New Life School,Andrewsays therehave
been approaches from localprimary
schools as to whether theinitiative canbe
extended to them.
‘‘They arefinding that the need for
pastoral careisbecomingmoreobvious.
There’sdefinitelyaneed out theresowe
are working through aprocess.
‘‘Whether there’s something we can do
with theirschoolunderthe 24­7umbrella
or similarissomethingweare working
through.’’
The 24­7 YouthWorkTrust is a
Christian based initiative,first
established in Christchurch andhas
Andrew Thornborrow
spreadthroughout New Zealand.
‘‘It’snormally ahighschoolinitiative,
but thereare someintermediate schools
thathave it,’’Andrew says.
‘‘The waythe model is setupisthatthe
intentionisthe youthworker spends10
hours aweekinthe school, butprimary
schoolsdon’t really have that sortof
funding, so it may be acaseofdoing afew
hours acrossdifferent schools.’’
Rangiora High School hasfouryouth
workersand Rangiora NewLife School
has two.
The trust doesthe administration for
the youth workers, ensuringthey are paid
andproviding supervision.
‘‘Andmaking surethey areOK, because
they spending alot of time makingsure
young people areOK, so part of my roleis
providingpastoralcare,’’Andrew says.
Whilethe 24­7initiative is
‘‘unashamedly Christian’’, the youth
workersare not theretoconvertanyone,
buttowalkalongside young peopleand
providesupport,hesays.
‘‘Theyouth workersare allowed to talk
abouttheirfaithbecause oftenit’swhat
givesthem strengthand courage, and
some of them have gone through tough
timesthemselves.’’
Covid tracer
posters taken
at park
By SHELLEY TOPP
Covid tracer postersare being
stolenfrom the entrance to the
TuhaitaraCoastal Park.
The Friends of TuhaitaraCoastal
Park have turned to their Facebook
page to try and determine who is
takingthe Covid­19 tracer posters
from the park’s Waikuku entrance.
The posters were takenon
October 10, lessthan aweek after
they werereplacedbecauseofan
earlier theft.
Park rangerAdele Jackson asks
whoever took the posterstostop.
‘‘You mightnot care about
protecting your friends, whanau
and community, but most people
do,’’ she wrote on the Friendsof
TuhaitaraCoastal Park Facebook
page.
‘‘Please leaveour postersalone.
‘‘Sign­in and stop the virus.’’
The QR code is provided for
visitors to voluntarilysign in when
they visit Tuhaitara Coastal Park.
If someonetests positive for the
virus who has visitedthe park then
peoplewho they may have come
into contactwith can be contacted
and the spreadofthe virus can be
reduced.
‘‘The QR scanning is one way that
New Zealand is able to limit the
spreadofthe virus,’’ Adelesaid.
‘‘So far New Zealand's track
recordisthe bestinthe world for
preventing the unnecessarydeaths
due to Covid.’’
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Historic day for Kaiapoi tennis
By SHELLEY TOPP
The Kaiapoi Tennis Club has
made ahistoric start to the
new season.
Its Kaiapoi Ladies Premier
team is competing in the top
premier grade in the
Christchurch senior
competition.
North Canterbury Tennis
Association secretary Lois
Daniell says it is the first time
aNorth Canterbury club
team has competed in the
competition at that level.
Last Saturday its opening
match was against the Te
Kura Hagley Park Tennis
Club premier grade players
at its Sewell Street courts in
Kaiapoi.
‘‘They are ayoung team
who were near the top of last
season's Christchurch
Division One Ladies grade
and were invited to join the
Premier Ladies as a
challenge to grow their game
and the game in North
Canterbury.
‘‘Playing against better
players improves
performance, learning
experience and provides a
good challenge,’’ she said.
Although the Kaiapoi
players lost all of their six
games during the day they
acquitted themselves well.
They learnt alot from their
first experience competing at
the premier grade level, and
are looking forward to the
challenge of competing
regularly in the competition
both at home and away.
Match preparation ... Charli Watts, aged 17,
prepares for adoubles match against Te Kura
Hagley Park Tennis Club premier ladies at the
Kaiapoi Tennis Clubs courts in Sewell Street.
Danielle Scheepers ... The 13­year­old warms
up before adoubles match against Te Kura
Hagley Park Tennis Club premier ladies on the
first day of the season.
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The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
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An electric vehicle charging station
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Park.
The Oxford­Ohoka Community
Board approvedthe Pearson Park
car park as the preferredsitefor
town’s new charging stationatits
meeting earlier this month.
The dual­socketed22kwAC
chargingstations can deliverupto
120km of travel perhour of charging,
depending on thevehicle make and
model.
Thistype of charger is typically
installed at locations where drivers
will be parked forlonger durations
such as cafes, libraries,community
facilities andretail areas.
Oxford will join Rangiora, Kaiapoi
and Woodend as part of an ongoing
agreement betweenthe Waimakariri
District Counciland Meridianto
createpublicly accessible electric
vehicle charging stations on council
land.
The council originally approved
the Oxford Town Hall to hostthe
station in 2019,but the preferred
location waschanged at the board’s
requestinMay.
MeridianEnergy hassignalled its
approvalofthe proposedlocation,
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Market on Sundays.
‘‘Work is stillbeing carried out to
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says.
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be hostedatthe site, then the charger
will be installed at theOxfordTown
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OPINION
6 The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
Joanne Gumbrell
Chair, Waimakariri Age-friendly
Advisory Group
Many changes afoot
It is really easytofocus all our
attentiononthe Three Waters Reform
to the detriment of otherpending
changes.
The governmentisproposing the
Natural and Built Environment Act,
together with the Climate
Adaptation Act and the Strategic
Planning Act to be adirect
replacement of the Resource
ManagementAct.
Currentlylocal authorities have
oversightofthe scope andcontentof
individual district plans, they are
able to question and probe on
planning frameworks and gain an
appreciation of how the legislation
will work, who it will affectand
whether the outcomes soughtare
achievable and fit for purpose.
As withthe proposed Three Waters
Reform the RMA reform is also
seeking to introducenew systems
that will remove local voice.
In my opinion it is criticalthis
decision making at least staysinthe
handsofelected members to retain a
structure based on representative
democracy.
To denyelected members the
opportunity and deny their
obligationstocontribute, does
appear like abackwardstep.
“The casefor reformofthe health
systemisclear”aheadline title in
the 2018 governmentcommissioned
paper.
It is aimed at strengthening our
healthsystem.
The reform is to refocus the role of
the Ministry of Health and to create
anew organisationcalled HealthNZ,
createanew Maori Healthauthority
and establish anew publichealth
agency.
In practice it is desirable that
everyone will be able to accessa
wider range of supporttostay well
in the communitywith services
designed to wrap around people’s
needs,itisimportant that we keepa
close eye on this reformtoensure
that thevoiceofruralisnot lost.
In closing Iwould like to thank all
who haveparticipatedinthe
vaccines roll out.
This strategy will enable us to
reverttothe freedomswevalue and
hopefully the opportunitytotravel
to loved ones at Christmas.
It has been aprivilege to work
closely with the PractiseManagers
acrossthe district to see how we can
strengthen our collective position.
Thank you to allthe staff across
the district who have worked
tirelessly to supportthe role out.
It is truly appreciated.
Many helpful aids
to keep us mobile
I’m notvery mobile at themomentand
my doctor recommended Igeta
Mobility ParkingPermit for thecar.
It arrived in the mail recently. I’m not
sure howmuchIwilluse it, depending
on whereIamand whereIneed to go.
Butweare privileged in New Zealand
to have such thingsavailable.
We have amemberofthe
Waimakariri Access Group (WAG) on
ourAge­friendly Advisory Group.
Iwenttotheirannual general
meetingrecently wheremembers of the
Waimakariri Counciland various
District Boardsalso attended.
We appreciatetheir support.
Afriend hasinjuredher leg and
needs to go tohospital appointments.
Sheisnew to Waimakariri,andIwas
pleased to be abletotellher about the
St JohnHealthShuttle whichpicks
peopleupfromAmberley,Rangiora
andKaiapoi,takes them tothe hospital
andreturns in theafternoon.
Appointments needtobemadetosuit
shuttle times. ContactStJohn0800 785
646.
Iheardaninterviewonthe radio
recently about agroup called Access
Alliance which is lobbyingGovernment
to pass the Accessibilityfor New
Zealanders Acttocover all persons with
disabilities, whether their disability is
considered physical, sensory,cognitive,
communicationormental health
related and willinclude visible,
invisible,permanentorepisodic
conditions.
This is the same definition used by
the UnitedNations Convention on the
RightsofPersonswithDisabilities.
Asimple exampleisaQRCode ata
height wheelchairusers canreach.
Technology is beingdevelopedsothat
QR codes on phonescan readthe code
by tapping the phoneonthemwhich
willhelpsight impaired people
TheE­scooter trial, approved before
the lastround of lockdowns, beginson
November 1, forsix months.
Age­friendlydoesnot supportthis
and Iencouragepeople to report any
incidents to theWaimakaririDistrict
Council.
On theday of the Vaxathon, Iheard on
TV accessibility forpeoplewithany sort
of disability had not beenconsidered.
That is not goodnews.
There is still alot of awareness to be
raisedaround accessibility.
Road Safety
DearEditor,
“Roadsafety in Woodend urgent”
(North Canterbury News,October 14).
Funny that—it wasurgent back in
the 60s.
Thenew SaltwaterCreek bridgewas
rebuilt to alignwith the new Ashley
bridge on the motorway extension from
Pineacres on.
It is worthnoting thatthe bypass of
both Waipara and Leithfield townships
were completed by 1972, but the
Amberley bypasswas “canned”.
Imaginethose two townstodaywith
the massiveincrease in traffic
rumblingthough dayand night!
Notforgetting threerail crossings
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I’vebeeninahouseinAmberley
which when the groundissaturated,
shakeswhen the “heavies” pass
through!
Now compareittothe (recent)
bypassed Belfast,then Kaiapoi which
has developed it’s own space, and
imagine, if you will, Amberley with a
tree lined “boulevard” in abusy town
center—ha!
Meanwhile Woodend remains a
problem with increasing through
traffic.
When the Waipara bypass was
mooted we, the landowners, were
subjectedtothe power of the Public
WorksAct (stillonthe books).
We negotiatedand were
compensated for any loss.No
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complaints!
Had the goodburghers of
Christchurch and Waimakaririhad any
real vision/experience they would
have developed alongthe “future”
(high &dry),high speedcommute rail
corridor to Rangiora .
But no, favours and moneyfrom
developers comes first!
The 1960’s corridor,with minor
adjustments,still exists and
reactivated would prevent agrowing
problem from becominganightmare.
Just zero in on Google­Earth Pro
fromPineacres to Saltwater Creek and
tellmeI’m wrong!
Thereisevenanonsite quarry!
Yours,
John McCaskey,
Waipara
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moderate E
Closures
Popular walkingtracks in the Mount
Grey/Maukatere ConservationArea
have been closedtothe public during
loggingwork.
Logging by Rayonier Matariki
Forests of eightto10hectaresof
‘‘mixedspecies’’trees began last
Monday.
The company’s general managerof
operations, MarkGrover, says the
work is expected to take about amonth
to complete and is being donenow so
the tracks can open for the start of
summer schoolholidays in December.
‘‘Due to harvesting operationsnear
Lake Janet, access to Lake Janet, the
MountGrey tracks and the Grey River
picnicarea will be closed for about a
month.’’
Swell
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6:13pm 2.2 12:09pm 0.6 6:56pm 2.2 12:53pm 0.6 7:41pm 2.1 1:36pm 0.7 8:27pm 2.1 2:19pm 0.7 9:14pm 2.0 3:03pm 0.7 10:01pm 2.0 3:49pm 0.8 10:48pm 2.0 4:37pm 0.8
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6:13pm 2.2 12:09pm 0.6 6:56pm 2.2 12:53pm 0.6 7:41pm 2.1 1:36pm 0.7 8:27pm 2.1 2:19pm 0.7 9:14pm 2.0 3:03pm 0.7 10:01pm 2.0 3:49pm 0.8 10:48pm 2.0 4:37pm 0.8
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6:49am 2.3 12:36am 0.5 7:33am 2.2 1:19am 0.6 8:17am 2.2 2:02am 0.6 9:01am 2.2 2:45am 0.7 9:46am 2.2 3:28am 0.7 10:30am 2.1 4:13am 0.7
Motunau 6:22pm 2.2 12:18pm 0.6 7:05pm 2.2 1:02pm 0.6 7:50pm 2.1 1:45pm 0.7 8:36pm 2.1 2:28pm 0.7 9:23pm 2.0 3:12pm 0.7 10:10pm 2.0 3:58pm 0.8 10:57pm 2.0 4:46pm 0.8
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*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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21/10/21 - 25/10/21
Stepping up ... The Ashley­Rakahuri Rivercare group are
increasing efforts to keep 4WD out of the Ashley River bed while
endangered birds are nesting.
PHOTO:SUPPLIED
Appeal for care
By ROBYN BRISTOW
The Ashley­Rakahuri
Rivercaregroupis
appealingtopeople to stop
driving in the Ashley River
bed to protect endangered
braidedriverbirds.
It is stepping up itsefforts
to stopvehicles entering the
riverbed during the nesting
session, andisasking
everyone to spreadthe word
about how vulnerable the
birds arewhenpeoplefind a
way intothe riverbedin
their four­wheel drive
vehicles.
Public entranceways are
blocked, and will remain
blockeduntil February to
protecteggs,chicks and
adult birds, and moresigns
are beingput spellingout
The Original
the dangerand the penalty
for killing endangeredbirds
under theWild LifeAct.
The group is anxious
following anarrowescape
for pairofwrybill nesting in
the river whosenest was
almost destroyedthankstoa
4WD in theriver bed.
The Ashley­Rakahuri
Rivercare Group is running
acompetition forschool
childrentonamethe nesting
pair, because of their history
on theriver where they have
lostanesttofloods,and an
egg and achick to a4WD.
The pairofwinningnames
in the competitionwillbe
invited to visit thenestwith
outgoingchair Nick
Ledgard. Sendyour entry to
info@ncnews.co.nz, with
yourcontact details.
NEWS
The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
New MenzShed workshop
CheviotMenzShed members have
their ownclubroomsand
workshop threeyears after the
organisation was established.
The new facility at 5SeddonSt,
where theCheviot TownHall once
stood, was officially opened last
Wednesday by HurunuiMayor
Marie Black.
MrsBlacksaid thenew shed was
avaluable asset forthe
community.
NZ MenzShedpresidentTrevor
Scott congratulated the Cheviot
MenzShed team for their efforts
andspoke aboutthe contribution
MenzShedmembers madetotheir
communities.‘‘Men’s health and
well­being is theprimefocus of
MenzShed’sand to have aplace
forthemtocome to forsocial
interaction is most important,’’ he
said.
‘‘Participatingincommunity
projects andactivities allowsmen
to sharetheir skills and
experience.’’
Cheviot MenzShed chairman
Bruce Nicol saidsmall, isolated
ruralcommunities,such as
Cheviot,oftenlacked activities
that men couldtake part in.
With thisinmind‘‘a groupof
like­minded blokes’’ had got
together to establish aMenzShed
in the town.
They started with 10 members
whowere initially offeredthe use
of theCheviotAreaSchool
woodwork room.
‘‘We wereveryquickly
undertakingprojects for local
community groups,’’ Bruce said.
‘‘However,the limitationsof
having to operate outsideschool
hours led thegrouptoconsider
getting it’s ownpremises.’’
Themembershiphas grown to
17 and that is expected to increase
nowthat the new building has
7
been opened.
‘‘We havebeenoverwhelmedby
people’sgenerosity in the
community,’’Bruce said. ‘‘We
have hadcashdonations, widows
have donatedtools and equipment
that their latehusbandswould be
pleased to see still in use and
peoplehaveeven stored alot of
thedonated items untilwehave
thestorage capability on site.’’
Businesseshavealso been
generous with discountsor
donations,contractors havebeen
generous with discounted
materialsand acouple have
donatedtheir labourtoward the
building andsite development.
‘‘Ourmembershave wide
ranging backgrounds,skills and
experience andwewill be ableto
give so much back to our
community which has supported
us andcontinue to support us as
we grow.’’
Food forest planned in Hanmer park
AHanmer Springs parkwill soon
be home to aFoodForest.
Agroup of residentshavebeen
given the thumbs up to establisha
FoodForest in part of Tarndale
Park, aHurunui District Council
reserve.
Cr Mary Holloway toldacouncil
meetingrecently there was an
enthusiasticgroup of residents
keentoestablishthe FoodForest.
‘‘They are quite excited about
the project. If it is runwell andled
wellitcan addsomuch to a
community,’’ shesaid.
Cr Holloway saiditwouldgive
Tarndale Park apurpose because
it was‘‘tail­endCharlie’’ in the
reserve stocks in thevillage.
‘‘Itwill giveitvibrancy andIam
delighted,’’ shesaid.
Cr RobbieBruerton saiditwas a
great idea. His onlyconcernwas
pests.
‘‘Itwill be aparadise for
possums,’’ he said.
Cr Ross Barnessaidhetotally
endorsed the idea.
The initiative is supported by
the HanmerSprings Community
Board,and follows apresentation
fromKaiapoi FoodForest (KFF)
personnel recently.
KFF willprovide advice,
ongoingsupport andeducation to
the group. Aplan hasbeen
prepared,Heritage apple trees
havebeenorderedand plants are
being prepared.
The FoodForest will
accentuate theexisting trees
which willform aprotective
canopyfor berriesand vines to be
plantedunderneath.
It is hopedoncethe
developmentstarts others will
takeaninterest and contribute to
the FoodForest.
The councilwebsiteand social
media have contacts forthose
interested in becoming involved.
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Support ... Greater Christchurch councils have formed apartnership with the government
to support growth.
PHOTO: FILE
Support for regional growth
By DAVID HILL
An urban growth partnership has been
established to support aregion bulging at
the seams.
The Waimakariri District Council
approved the GreaterChristchurch Urban
Growth Partnership Committee’s
memorandum of agreement at last week’s
council meeting.
The decision will see the council working
alongside its GreaterChristchurch
partners and central governmentto
address the challenges of population
growth in the region.
‘‘We willbelookingathousing, transport
and other matters, so thisdecisionisan
important part of takingitto the next
level,’’ Mayor Dan Gordon says.
‘‘We havebeen looking at this for some
time,soI’m really pleased we have been
able to securethis agreement.
‘‘An urban growth partnershipisaway to
make sure local governmentand central
governmentare alignedsowecan achieve
better housing outcomes and transport
connections.’’
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partnership is to address housing
affordability, whichwill be underpinned by
the availabilityofaffordable land.
Othergoals include improvingchoices
aboutthe location and type of housing,
improving access to employment,
education andservices, reducing emissions
and building climate change resilience and
supporting quality builtenvironments,
whileavoiding unnecessaryurban sprawl.
Urbangrowthpartnerships are already
established in Auckland,Waikato and
western Bay of Plenty, while the
government is establishing agreements in
the Greater Wellington, Queenstown Lakes
and Northland regions.
The new committeewill see two
government ministers, expected to be the
LocalGovernment and Housing Ministers,
join the existing the Greater Christchurch
partners,which include the Christchurch
City,and Selwynand Waimakariri District
Councils, Environment Canterbury,Ngai
Tahu,the Canterbury District Health
Boardand Waka Kotahi New Zealand
TransportAgency.
NEWS
The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021 9
Racegoers to abide by rules
Harness Racing New Zealand’s chief
executive, Gary Woodham has called on
racegoersaround New Zealandtoabide by
the Covid­19 isolation rules and wear
masks.
‘‘There are very strict protocols in place
and we have to do what the authorities are
telling us,’’ he says.
‘‘Anecdotally we haveheard that some
people have been abit lax especiallywhen
it comes to wearingmasks.You haveto
wear them, and wearthem properly, for all
the timeyou are on aracecourse,’’ he says.
Anyone wanting to attendaracemeeting
should talk to the respective clubofficials
to find out their specific requirements.
‘‘Notall clubsare the same, so people
have to be aware of whatthey are allowed
to do.You can not just turn up expecting to
get on course,’’ he says.
With Aucklandunder alertlevelthree
only essential staff are allowed into
AlexandraPark Raceway for racemeetings
there,while in other areas owners of
horsesracingatthatmeeting,and some
sponsors have also beenoncourse.
The Widest Music Variety
WhileGary says the levelofcompliance
at recentmeetingshas generallybeen good,
he wants to remindpeopleabout how
important it is to stick to the rules.
‘‘We cannot have people not complying
with the rules and run therisk of being
audited by the police or MPI (Ministry of
Primary Industries), and being closed
down,’’ he says.
The Governmentannounced an easingof
restrictions in Aucklandand tweaks to
AlertLevel2restrictions for the rest of the
country earlier this month.
Aspokesperson for the New Zealand
TrottingClub,whichisscheduled to host
the New Zealand TrottingCup on Tuesday,
November 9, at Addington Raceway in
Christchurch, and the Kaikoura Cup on
Monday, November 1, says the tweaks do
not change muchfor the club as Canterbury
wouldhave to be at AlertLevel 1toget the
go ahead foratraditionalCup day. The
tweaks do allow for crowds of more than
100 people at hospitality venues,but all
guests havetobeseated, waited on and
socially distanced.
Watching out for children
With children back at school this week,
motorists are being reminded to take
extra care.
As the daysget warmer we can expect
to see more children walking and biking
to school, Waimakariri District Council
road safety co­ordinator Kathy Graham
says.
‘‘If you do drive your children to
school, consider parking further away
from the school gate and walk,’’ she says.
‘‘This will help reduce congestion
making it safer for everyone.
‘‘Double parking is abig concern
during pick­up and drop­off times and
puts children at risk by creating more
hazards for them to negotiate.’’
She encourages motorists to reduce
their speed around schoolsand allow
plenty of space whenthey see children
walking or cycling.
‘‘Kids can’t always judge the speed and
distance of approaching cars, so slow
down and expect the unexpected.’’
She reminds motorists that the speed
limit when passing astationary school
bus is 20kph, regardless of the direction
you are passing.
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10 The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
Gold medals for local wines
By SHELLEY TOPP
Two Waipara Valleywinerieshavewon
goldmedals at the NewWorld2021Wine
Awards.
WaiparaHillsWinerywon agold
medal for its 2021pinot grisand its2021
pinot noir rose,whichwas also voted
champion wineinits class, while The
CraterRim Winery wongold forits 2016
reisling.
The judgessaid pinot gris wasone of
the signature grapes in theWaipara
Valleyand theWaipara Hills2021 wine
was ‘‘splendidly roundedand lingering,
makingitsuitable forricher dishes such
as coconut­basedcurries andspaghetti
carbonara’’.
The pinot noirrose scored ‘‘high on the
yummy scale’’and was saidbythe judges
to be beautifully scentedshowing ripe
cherry,rock melon and tropical fruit
aromas, together with afinely layered
palate offering youthfulfruitintensityas
wellascreamy texture andrefreshing
acidity.
It was a‘‘totally deliciou’’ winewhich
would be ‘‘brilliant with most seafood
dishes suchasgrilledprawns,smoked
salmon and Thai fish cakes’’, the judges
said.
The Crater Rim2016reislingattracted
similarhigh praise.
‘‘Rieslingcomesinamultitudeof
shapes andripeness,’’the judgessaid.
‘‘This is adelectablyricherstyle,
offeringelegant sweetnessand spicy
nuanceswithgrilledpeachand candied
orangepeelcharacters.’’
The focus on theseawards was to
select the top50wines selling forunder
$25.
Morethan1000 wines wereblind
tasted by thejudges to find the top 50.
Theyjudged the wineinthe glass on
Wine awards success ... Waipara Hills Winery winemaker Krystal Palmer is excited by
the success of the company’s wines at the New World 2021 Wine Awards. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
the day,knowingonly the variety,vintage
and countryoforigin.
Eachwinewas assessed usingthe
sameinternationally recognised
100­point systemused at other leading
wineshows,whichbenchmarks entries
againstwhataperfectwine should be
like.
The gold­medalwinningwines were
tasted and graded at least19times by 11
different judgeswhile thechampion
wines went through an evenmore robust
processbeingtasted at least 36 times.
Waipara Hills winemaker Krystal
Palmersayssuccess at the wine awards
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Valleycommunity of winemakers.
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beautiful wine here,’’she said.
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amazing.’’
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Christchurch residents areencouraged to
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Alogo has been created alongwithfour
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seasons,destinationdevelopmentofficer
Janine Rogerssays.
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meetatacentral point providing afocus
and destination.
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while within the negativespace created
are two koru, representing the deep
connection to the earth.’’
Eachcampaign will run for eightweeks
withthemestoemphasise thebestof
Waimakariri’sattractionsfor each season.
Beginning with spring, thefirst
campaign will promote‘‘physical’’
activities such as cycling, walking,golfand
nature.
The summercampaign is ‘‘waterbased’’
and hopestopromotethe proposed aqua
sports park,kayaking, theKaiapoi River
Queen,surfing, swimming andcanyoning.
Autumn’s campaign is ‘‘foodand towns’’
which focuses on theabundance of food
fromthe harvestand willpromotethe
district’scafes,restaurants, farmers’
markets and the MadeNorthCanterbury
brand.
‘‘Shopping andarts’’ will be the winter
focus, to promote high endfashion,
recycled goodsand art galleries. It’s all
about gettingChristchurch intoour towns
and ourbusinesses,’’Janinesays.
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The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
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Amberley A&P show
closed to the public
By ROBYN BRISTOW
The Amberley A&P showhas become
another victim of Covid­19.
The show, which was due to be held on
October 30, will nowrun in aslimmed
down version for some exhibitors and
competitors only.
The Amberley Domain willbeclosed to
the public on show day.
PresidentAnnette Marr saysthe
decision was made last Thursday night as
therewas no possibility of the Covid­19
AlertLevelreaching1to allowittorun its
show as normal and allowthe public in.
‘‘Thecommittee is very conscious of the
efforts thatour exhibitors and competitors
go to, to prepare for the show, and wanted
to continue to provideasmany classes as
possible in asafe way.
‘‘We willnot have any trade sites, market
sites, food sites, abar or entertainment,as
we are unable to do so and comply with
Level2Covid­19 rules,’’she says.
The goats and all horse events will be
held,including showing classes,
showjumping, stock &station horsesand
the miniature horses. Exhibitorswill need
to comply withCovidrestrictions and stay
in their allocated areasofthe show
grounds. All prize money will be direct
credited to the winners.
However the sheep, pet lambs,dog trials,
pet dogs, studentclasses, grain and seed
and all classes in the pavilion are
cancelled.Arefund of entryfees in these
classes willbeprovided.
The Taste Hurunui Hoof to Hotplate
competition, Alpine Pacific Wine
Challenge,Wool, Calves and the new
Commercial Beef competitionwill
continuetobejudged on farm.A
presentation night will be held at the
OmihiHall on Friday, October 29 to
acknowledge the efforts of all involved.
Highland Dancingwill be held at a
separate venue, and competitors willbe
contacted with the changed arrangements.
‘‘TheAssociationwishes to thankits
members,volunteers, sponsors,
advertisers, exhibitors, and the community
for its continued support,’’ saysAnnette.
Food demand amystery
By DAVID HILL
Aspike in demand at Hurunui’s foodbanks
during lockdown remains amystery.
The district’s three food banks in
Waipara, Waikari and Amberley, saw a
largespike in demand, jumping from140
to 150 foodboxes amonthto220 during
August, Hurunui District Council
community activator Roger Hornblow
says.
In comparison Waimakariri’s food banks
experienced only asmall increasein
demand.
‘‘I’mataloss to explain it,’’ Mr Hornblow
says.‘‘We talked about it at ourFood
Secure North Canterburymeeting and we
couldn’tcome up withanexplanation.
‘‘When kids aren’t at school and it’s abit
cold outside of coursethey’re going to eat
amore, butthat’s goingtobethe same in
Rangiora and Kaiapoi and thosefood
banksdidn’t experience the same spike.’’
Duringlast year’s lockdown, most food
banks across the regionexperienceda
spike in demand as part of the Hurunui
and Waimakariri District Councils’ Civil
Defence responses.
Figures from last year’s lockdown
indicate more than70percent of the
Hurunui district’s workforceare essential
workers, due largelytothe rural sector.
The growing demand in Hurunui has
sparked the need for afood storage facility
in Amberley, to complement Satisfy Food
Rescue’s base in Kaiapoi.
Food Secure NorthCanterbury is also
working with the Kaiapoi Food Forest to
develop food forests in Hanmer Springs
and Amberley to support the wider
community.
‘‘The shiningstar in all of this is Satisfy,
they’ve been outstanding,’’ saysMr
Hornblow.
Post lockdown data fromHurunui’s food
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Adriel is aSparkofLifeCentre of
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It also fosters kindness, compassion,
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Home craftshave beenthe focus at the
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put to gooduse, along with wood brought
in by the staff.
One group of residents has been
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Powertools were not on the agenda of
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14 The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
Amberley pool on track for January opening
By DAVID HILL
Amberley residents areset to makea
splash thissummer.
The$2million Amberley Pool
refurbishment is on track foraJanuary
opening, despite theproject being
delayedbythe Covid­19 lockdown,
Hurunui DistrictCouncilcommunity
activator and project leader Roger
Hornblow says.
‘‘In the nextsix weeks peoplewillsee
significantprogress; therehas been
progress happeningalongthe waywith
theunderground works, but nowthe
aboveground stuff is happening, so
peoplewillsee changehappeningvery
quickly.
‘‘It will lookand feellikeabrandnew
pool when people walk in.
‘‘Eventhoughit’s arevamp,the end
product will blowpeople away,soit’s
reallyexciting to be apart of it.’’
Kaiapoi­based WaghornBuilders has
been contractedtoreplace the roofing
structure.
Thenortheast entrance is being
relocated to provide improved access and
circulation, direct street approachand
appeal.
Pool accesswillbeimprovedand apool
podwillbeusedtomake it easier for
disabled and olderusers.
Thefloor is beingre­levelledand lined,
andanew changingarea, toilets, showers
andofficespaceare beingadded.
‘‘The girders are up,and the framing
andcladdingisnot faraway.’’
Mr Hornblow saysplentyofthought and
planningisgoing intocreating an
environment to cater foryoung and old
alike.
‘‘We needtodothings differently to
appealtodifferent agegroups.
‘‘Whenitcomes to theover­60s they
make up one­third of theAmberley
Summer fun ... Amberley’s revamped swimming pool is expected to be open in January.
population, so we’vegot things lined up
for that age group to increase
participationand improvefitness.
‘‘And then we have theyouth, both the
primaryschool and high schoolaged
children, so partofitismaking sure we
havethe ‘fun factor’atthe forefront.
‘‘Itneedstobeaplacethat the
community is excitedbyand proud of.’’
It is hoped thepoolwillbeoperating
until Easter,whichshould give the
council agoodgauge on community
support forthe new facility, Mr Hornblow
says.
‘‘It will giveusrealisticfigures as faras
community use.
‘‘We knowcommunity usewill be strong
to startwith,but we needtoget through
that honeymoon periodand see what the
normaluse willbe.’’
Theoutside pool willbedemolished
andthe area remodelled with apicnic
area forfamilies.
Stage two is expectedtoadd an outside
children’s playarea to the site.
Thecouncil hascontributed $1.5
million towards theproject,with $100,000
raisedbylocal group Save OurPooland
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‘‘There hasbeen alot of thought go into
the pool design andnow the samelevelof
planningisgoinginto the programmes
and operation,’’ Mr Hornblow says.
‘‘Whatwewill be offering the
community willbelight years ahead of
the old poolinterms of facilitiesand
programmes.
‘‘Ithas been really excitingtobepart of
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SHOP LOCAL KAIKOURA
The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
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Crayfest 2021 is running for its second
year and is set to be acelebration of
Kaikoura.
Crayfest runs from October 29 to
November 14, capturing Marlborough
Anniversary weekend and Christchurch
Show weekend.
‘‘The aim of Crayfest is to make
crayfish accessible to everyone,
celebrate crayfish seasonality and to
encourage sustainability through
enjoying ataste of crayfish and sharing a
cray among friends and family,’’ Future
Kaikoura chairperson Mel Skinner says.
‘‘It is also agreat way to support a
variety of businesses throughout
Kaikoura.
‘‘This year we have some incredible
dishes being created along with some
amazing events, activities and packages.’’
The response from businesses has
been ‘‘incredible’’, with nearly 30
businesses involved with new ones
coming on board each day, she says.
‘‘Dishes are being created, beers are
brewing, accommodation plumping
pillows, charter fishers preparing pots,
helicopters on standby, musicians
jamming and bubbles on ice.
‘‘We even have Atawera Art doing
crayfish tattoos. Its going to be amazing.’’
Renowned Lyttelton chef Giulio Sturla,
from Mapu restaurant, will joining the
team at Simes Kitchen on Beach Road.
Giulio was named chef of the year in
2018, previously ran Roots in Lyttelton,
was the only three­hatted restaurant
outside of Auckland.
‘‘He will be undertaking a4­course
crayfish degustation on October 31 to
kick­off Crayfest. The menu is simply
stunning,’’ Ms Skinner says.
Crayfest will be aculinary feast not to
be missed, she says.
From crayfish pies, dumplings,
twisters, fettuccini, pizzas, lobster rolls,
ravioli, fritters, ceviche, eggs benedict,
half cray, whole cray, barbecue cray and
more.
‘‘Kaikoura needs support. We have had
several events already cancelled over the
last 12 months with the most recent hit of
Kaikoura Races being moved to
Addington,’’ Ms Skinner says.
‘‘This is heartbreaking to many locals,
as not only is it agreat day out with
friends and family, but for small
businesses it is amuch need cash
Tuck in ... Get ataste of Kaikoura during
Crayfest.
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‘‘We would love people to come and
stay for the weekend and try the amazing
dishes and activities on offer.’’
Crayfest Kaikoura is already
recognised as one of the best food
festivals in New Zealand.
To find out more about Crayfest and to
book tickets to the Giulio Sturla dinner
go to crayfest2021.eventbrite.co.nz.
Youth awards going ahead under Level 2
By DAVID HILL
The contributions of Kaikoura’s
young people are set to be
celebrated on Saturday.
While othereventshave been
postponed,cancelled or
relocateddue to Covid­19, the
Kaikoura Youth Council is
planning to go ahead with its
two­yearly youth awards.
Youth co­ordinator Vicki
Gulleford says afterreviewing
the AlertLevel 2regulations,
the youthcouncilrealised they
could manageit.
‘‘We will be having people
seatedattables ametre apart
and masks are recommended,
but not required,and food will
be served at the tables, with the
servers wearing masks.’’
She says the event is an
opportunity to celebratethe
contributions youngpeople
make in their community.
‘‘We’re really looking forward
to it being able to go ahead,
especially with the (Kaikoura)
races being lost to Addington.
Vicki saysshe was impressed
with the number and qualityof
the nominations, whichmeant
there were‘‘some hard choices
to make’’.
AbandofKaikoura High
School students will be
performing on the night,while
Green MP Chloe Swarbrickis
recording aQ&A video to play
on the night.
Environment Canterbury has
donated Totara trees whichwill
be presented to winners,along
with cash prizes.
‘‘We’ve had amazing
sponsorshipfrom the
community,which we really
didn’t expect given how difficult
it is at the moment,’’ Vicki says.
The eveningwill also be a
learning opportunity for the
young organisers, who will
learn aboutall the sound,
lighting and technical
equipment. ‘‘We’ve got someone
do the lighting who hasn’t
touchedlightsbefore, so it’s a
huge learningcurve,’’ she says.
Vicki saysthe awards evening
Young volunteers ... Summer Fissenden (left) and Alex Fissenden
were among the winners in the last Kaikoura Youth Awards in 2019.
will be agood boost for the
young people, as senior
students preparefor exams
after achallenging year.
‘‘There’s alot of anxiety,
particularly among our senior
students with exams. We see it
every year, but thisyear it does
seem to be worse.
‘‘Last yearthe lockdown was
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moment.‘‘So it’s quite scary for
them.’’
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Clarence River bridge
gets council backing
By DAVID HILL
The Kaikoura District Council hopes to
begin work on anew Clarence River
bridge soon.
The council has reaffirmed its
supporttoconstruct anew bridge
across the Waiau Toa /Clarence River,
about 500 metres downstream from the
former GlenAlton bridge, whichwas
destroyedinthe November2016
earthquake.
Atechnical peer review presented to
arecent council meeting confirmed the
preferred location remainsthe best
option and made some
recommendations for wider river
protection workswhich could address
concerns raised by Te Runanga o
Kaikoura.
‘‘Ithas taken awee while, but we’re
working closely withthe runanga to
findasolution,’’ Mayor Craig Mackle
says.
‘‘It’s been passedfrom our end, but
it’sjust amatterofworking together to
get the bestoutcome.’’
Waiau Toa /Clarence River has
cultural significance for Te Runanga o
Kaikoura as the riveroflife.
WakaKotahi New ZealandTransport
Agency has alreadycommitted to
Craig Mackle
funding 95 percentofthe $12.6 million
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Park­like surrounds ... Anative tree planting programme at Kaikoura’s New Zealand
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Kaikoura caravan park
By SHELLEY TOPP
Aplanting programme at the New
Zealand Motor Home and Caravan
Association (NZMCA) park in Kaikoura
is attracting more native birds to the
area.
The ‘‘boundary planting’’ at the park,
aformer lifestyle block, is an extension
to the native garden which already
existed at the property before it was
purchased by the NZMCA.
The planting is creating apark­like
environment for members holidaying
at the park, with tui, bellbirds and
quail regular visitors.
The NZMCA’s Marlborough branch
chair, Ian Simmonds said the Kaikoura
park was opened in December 2019
and the native planting programme is a
work in progress ‘‘to enhance what was
already there.’’
The park is one of 47 NZMCA owned
or leased parks around New Zealand
for its more than 105,000 members to
use.
Ian said the first park was purchased
during the 1950s with the aim of
providing NZMCA members with
affordable holiday options.
‘‘We have alot of fun.’’
Traditionally members have
consisted mainly of retired people.
‘‘Some of the parks are just
paddocks, but we are seeing an
increase in young families becoming
members.’’
With this in mind the association is
now including children’s playgrounds
at some of their parks.
Members pay aone­off joining fee of
$150 plus an annual subscription fee of
$90 and they must display their red
wings membership stickers and
registration tags on their vehicles.
All members must also have selfcontained
vehicles.
‘‘You can’t become amember unless
your vehicle meets environmental selfcontained
standards,’’ Ian said. ‘‘We
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Dangerous dumping ... Decramastic roof tiles containing asbestos have been
dumped at local transfer stations.
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Concern over asbestos tiles
Aspate of people dumping decramastic
roofing tiles at the Oxfordand
Southbrook Transfer Stations is causing
headaches forstaff,aspositive asbestos
testsmake for costlyclean­upbills.
In the last week,two loads of
decramastic tilescontainingasbestos
have been dumped at each transfer
station,with clean­up costsmountingto
more than$12,500. This follows several
similar incidents overthe last few
months.
‘‘Some roofing tiles contain asbestos,
so whenthey get droppedoff we haveto
isolate the areaswherethe tileswere
dumped and send samples to atesting
lab,’’ Waimakariri District Councilsolid
wasteasset managerKittyWaghorn says.
‘‘These ones came back positive, so a
specialist removal company has hadto
dispose of them safely and correctly.’’
The first pile were dropped in the
scrapmetal area at the Oxford Transfer
Station during aweekend recently,while
the other was left in askip of building
waste in the rubbish pit at the
Southbrook ResourceRecovery Park.
Areas need to be isolatedwhile
samplesare tested, which means parts of
the transfer stations need to be closedoff
to the public until resultsare known and
the tiles dealt with by specialists.
‘‘Ifpeoplewant to removeroof tiles,
theyneed to get them tested first,’’ Ms
Waghorn says.‘‘If they containasbestos,
theyneed to be removed by someone that
knows how to safely remove and dispose
of them.’’
She says if people go on to remove the
tiles themselves, they could potentially
risktheir own health as well of the health
of theirfamily,and may spread asbestos
fibres beyondthe property boundary.
The Ministry of Healthsays asbestoscontaining
materials in good condition
willnot release asbestos fibres, and
there is no danger unless fibresare
released andinhaledinto lungs.
Rare Maori treasures
More than 20 rare taonga are on
display at Turanga library,
Christchurch, as part of anew
exhibition celebrating the special
relationship NgaiTahuhas with
wetlands.
CuratedbyTe Runanga oNgaiTahu
and Christchurch City Libraries,
Whakaata mai te Kukuwai/Reflections
from theWetlands runs untilFebruary.
Theexhibition,which highlights
significantwetlands throughout the
Ngai Tahu takiwa (tribal area)and
mahinga kaipractices, coincideswith
thelaunchofthe11th INTECOL
InternationalWetlandsConference
held virtually due to Covid­19.
Te Runanga oNgaiTahuTe
TaumutuRunanga Representative
David Perenara­O'Connell says the
exhibition will showcase 23 taonga and
tellthestory ofhow Ngai Tahu
traditionally used wetlands.
‘‘Wetlands, lagoons and estuaries
are incredibly significant to Ngai
Tahu, especially for mahinga kai.For
generationsour peoplehavesustained
their whanau by catchingtheir kaiand
collecting resourcessuchasharakeke
(New Zealandflax),hesays.
‘‘This exhibitionisanopportunity
forustoshare ourtraditional food
gathering techniques, tribal stories,
and the mahi we are undertaking
around the takiwa to protect and
restore wetlands.’’
Akupengananga(whitebait net), a
carvedwooden patu (fishingclub), a
flax aho(fishing line),mahe(sinkers),
andmatau (fishhooks) are some of the
specialtaonga on display.
‘‘Each taonga tellsits ownstory. It is
incredible how clever our tipuna
(ancestors) were, these taonga are
works of art.
‘‘Visitors can seetraditional
fishhooks expertly carved fromnative
wood, as well as abeautiful
prengrenga (gaiters) which have been
woven using muka fibre carefully
extracted from harakekeleaves.’’
Historic South Island Survey maps,
known as the Black Maps, willbeon
display toshowthe locations of
wetlands in Canterbury prior to the
masslandmodification during the
mid­19th Century.
The walls of the exhibition will
feature historic and contemporary
photographsofwetlands aroundthe
NgaiTahutakiwaand describe
various conservationprojects and
partnerships under waytorestore
wetlandsand bring back native
wildlife.
Te RunangaoNgaiTahuchief
executive Arihia Bennett says the
exhibition is an opportunity for New
Zealanders to learn more about Ngai
Tahu traditions.
‘‘It is fantastictoshowcase the mahi
of the iwi and the wider community to
restore ourmahinga kai. Becauseof
their efforts, whanau can continue
with our traditional foodgathering
practices, while preserving wetlands
for future generations.’’
Head of Libraries and Information
Carolyn Robertson saysChristchurch
City Librariesisproud to hostthe
exhibition.
This is thesecondNgai Tahu
exhibitionthat we have been fortunate
to host in Turanga,and likethe first
exhibition, Ka Huru Manu, it provides
auniqueinsightinto therelationship
Ngai Tahu has with the natural
environment. Maori Library Services
are offering school programming
sessions for students Year 7to10to
visitthe exhibitionduring Term 4to
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NEWS
North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
21
Seagull Style ... Brothers Sam (8) and Henry (9) Rijpma sell their wares on High Street,
Rangiora, last week.
PHOTO: DAVID HILL
Boys on amission to create
anew holiday Seagull Style
By DAVID HILL
Two enterprising local boyswere doing
their bit to raise funds to support those
in need last week.
Fernside School pupils Henry (9) and
Sam (8) Rijpma spend part of their
schoolholidays establishing their own
brand Seagull Style and with the help of
their parents, GabeRijpma and Bridget
Hope, imported some jewellery to sell.
‘‘Theywanted to do something and we
came up with aproject,’’ Gabe says.
‘‘Theysat down withmeand came up
with alogo design on the computer and
created the signs and had alesson with
mum on merchandising.’’
Last Thursday morningthe boysset up
astall outside mum’s Magpie Style shop
in High Street, Rangiora, with the goalof
donating half of their proceeds to
Rangiora’s City MissionStore.
‘‘We’ve had afew customers and they
think it’sprettygood,’’ Sam said, from
behindhis stall.
After selling $200worth of jewelleryin
ashort time, the boys packedupbefore
popping down to donate$100 to the City
Mission Store,and then got back to the
usual school holidayfun of relaxingand
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The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
Overcoming starting school anxieties
By DAVID HILL
Local schools hope to easethe
anxieties for parentswith
children starting school.
Schools in the Katote Kahui
Ako (Kaiapoiarea community
of learning) will host a
‘‘starting schoolexpo’’ in
Kaiapoi High School’s Hiwii­te­rangi
(gymnasium) on
Wednesday, October 27, from
6.30pm to 8.30pm.
Expoorganiser and Tuahiwi
School new entrant kaiako
(teacher) RachealWilliams
saysthe event is open to
parentsof3to5­year­olds.
‘‘It’saneutralspacewhere
parentscan hearfrom local
experts.
‘‘Therehas been interest
fromthe various agencies to
do something like this and
parentshave beenasking for
it.
‘‘Itcan be quitescary for
parentstofind out what help
there is, especially if their
child has special needs.’’
Apublic health nursewill
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North Canterbury Dental
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New entrant kaiakofrom
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schools will discuss staff
expectationsfor their
tamarikistarting school.
Community Wellbeing
North Canterbury’s Mana Ake
staff will be present,while
resource teachersoflearning
and behaviour will promote
the importanceofpay.
Ministry of Social
Developmentstaff will
provide information about the
cost of schooluniforms and
stationery,while Connected.
govt.nz staffwill discuss
options for parentsonce their
children start school,
including training,
employment and education.
Ngai Tahu representatives
will promote WhaiRawa, an
initiative similar to
KiwiSaver which tamariki can
be signed up for.
Sporting opportunities,
digital safetyadvice and
budgeting serviceswill also
be promoted,while
WaimakaririDistrictCouncil
staff will promote services
available to families,such as
libraries.
‘‘We have avariety of
independent agencies coming
together so parentsdon’thave
to feellike they areontheir
own,’’MsWilliamssays.
‘‘The Mana Ake staff are
finding there is more demand
for children with anxiety
starting schooland with Covid
it is aheightened, worrying
time.’’
She says dentistsare
Starting school ... AKaiapoi schools expo will give tips to parents of children starting school.
noticing children’s teethare
not growing properly and
developing enamel, which is
thought to be along term
impact from anxiety from
events suchasearthquakes
and Covid.
The schools haveplans in
placetorun the eventunder
AlertLevel 2.
‘‘We just have to cap our
numbers and our stall holders
willbespreadout and we will
haveseats for peopletosit
on,’’ Racheal says. ‘‘If there’s
stricter alertlevel settings we
would havetopostpone.’’
There will be the usual
protocolswith maskwearing,
signinginand hand sanitiser
provided.Whilethere is no
needtoregister, numbers will
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be monitored subject to Level
2restrictions.
The KatoteKahui Ako
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NEWS
The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
25
CRICKET
Cheviotkept itscalmtopull off alast
over thriller against Seftoninthe latest
round of countrycricket on Saturday.
Darfieldsuffered its firstloss of the
season, while athunderous century
fromLeeston­Southbridge's
Canterburyplayer Harry Chamberlain
were other highlights in theweekend’s
CRVAmbreed CountryPremier One
Day2021/22competition.
At CanterburyCountry’s immaculate
home of cricket, MainPower Oval in
Rangiora, the CheviotMagpieswon the
tossand elected to batfirst.
Batting at number 3, Archie Redfern
starred by compiling 79 runs off 124
balls, getting timely support from
Harry Fitzpatrick, who chippedinwith
47 off 69.
Afterbeing 179/4, with seven overs to
go, Cheviot ended up being all out in
the 45th andfinal over for a
competitive212.
AngusSidey and Will Smithknocked
the top off the Sefton batting order
before Canterbury’s Fraser Sheat
steadied theship,making 38 off 63
balls.
Cheviot continued to get wickets and,
despite gifting 35 extras, squeezed the
game.
While stalwart Tim Harrison was at
the crease,Sefton wouldstill have felt
it hadthe game in control.
WithSidey giventhe final over, he
bowledHarrison for38runs off 46 balls
to claim the high­tension four­run win.
Weedons overcame Darfield in alowscoring
affair at WeedonsDomain
through asolidteam effort.
SPORTS RESULTS
Amberley GolfClub
October 16:AGenet 67,GBurrows 67,
GSmith 68, RHornblow 69, IRouse 69,
BRayner 71, GDunlop 71, L
Widdowson 71,RClifton 71,G
Demmocks71,KRayner 71,D
Flewellen71.
Women: KPepper67, MPollock 69, A
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Mid­Week MenatHawarden, October
6: BrianGillshot 73.
Despite fielding astrong battinglineup,
Darfieldwas rolled forjust 110runs
on aslow,but consistent early­season
pitch.
Weedons was made to work hard in
chasingthe low total, but knockedoff
theruns with five wickets and15 overs
in hand.
Southbrook suffered aheavy loss
awaytoLeeston­Southbridge on
Saturday.
Despite ahalf­century from ex­Black
Cap Shanan Stewart (51 off91) and 48
from openerTyler Bruce,Southbrook
was all out for143 runs in the 42nd
over.
Leeston­Southbridge, through
Canterburyrep pairing Will Williams
(32 not out off 41 balls) andHarry
Chamberlain’s spectacular unbeaten
106,which came offjust 61 balls and
included sixsixes, strolled to aninewicket
win.
Lincoln'sgame against Oxford­
Rangiora was abandoned due to pitch
conditions while Ohoka had thebye.
Short scorecards:
Cheviot 212(ARedfern 79, H
Fitzpatrick 47,ASidey 21,HDarling
20; LTaylor 3/48, TWaller2/38, M
Laffey 2/49)beat Sefton208 (F Sheat 38,
THarrison 38, MCampbell30, MLaffey
20;SBurnett 3/32, ASidey 2/36, W
Smith 2/41).
Darfield110 (J Frew28; ADeb3/9,J
Richards 2/7, JParker 2/17, BCoburn
2/26)lost to Weedons 111/5(BCoburn
28,BNightingale 25;LFoulkes 2/21, Z
Foulkes 2/26).
Southbrook 143 (S Stewart51, TBruce
48;WMacfarlane 3/2, TGruijters 2/11,
TBurt2/19, JSimpson 2/35) lostto
Leeston­Southbridge 146/1(H
Chamberlain 106no,WWilliams 32no).
Mid­Week Women, October 7
Combined stableford: AWilshire and
BPettigrew78points.
9Holers, October 6atKaiapoi: J
Evans 19, MCarpenter 15, IPettigrew
15, LEdwards 15.
Waimakariri GorgeWomen’s Golf
Championship Finals Day
18holes
Senior: Champion, NWeavers,gross
361;Runner­up, KChappell, gross
368;Best Nett: KChappell 145.
Intermediate:Champion, JBlarch,
gross390; Runner­up,MTe Awagross
392;Best Nett: Te Awa143.
Junior: Champion,SMardon, gross
436;Runner­up, MRobertson, gross,
448;Best Nett: IBeets­Huchshorn 151.
Nineholes
Champion, SMcDonald,gross 240;
Runner­up, SFarrar,gross, 251; Best
Nett: SFarrar.
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EARTHMOVING
26 The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
Kaiapoi regeneration work continuing
By DAVID HILL
Work continues on Kaiapoi’s
regenerationprojects, morethan
adecade on from the September
2010 earthquake.
Around two­thirdsofthe 65
projects identified in the
WaimakaririResidential Red
Zone Recovery Plan,which was
adoptedbythe Waimakariri
District Council in February
2017, have been completed under
budget,district regeneration
implementation projectmanager
Duncan Roxborough says.
‘‘All of the short and medium
term projects we have been
workingonare complete or will
be completed overthe next
couple of years, and it’s areal
asset for the community.’’
An initial budget of $18.3
millionwas set in the 2018/28
Long Term Plan (LTP), with $12.3
millionspent as at June30this
year.
This spend does not include
the infrastructure recovery work
completed in the years
immediately following the
earthquakes.
The revisedregeneration
implementation budget was set
at $3.3 millioninthisyear’sLTP
for the remainingprojectsover
the next few years.
While the earthquakes may
have have happened more than
10 years ago and most of the
recovery and regenerationwork
has been completed, several of
the projects are long term and
even multi­generational, Mr
Roxborough says.
‘‘The budget doesn’t include
any memorial gardens
development, as the timeframe
for that in the recoveryplan was
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two of Kaiapoi's regeneration projects.
PHOTOS: FILE
30 yearsout, as it foresaw a
future need.
‘‘TheHonda Forest project has
been abig success and willbe
largely finishedoff over the next
yearortwo, but it’s also ongoing
because it willrequire
maintenance and as it grows
some plants willnaturallytake
over.
‘‘Andin100 years there willbe
an established forest.’’
Over the lastfew years council
staffhave completed several
projects, including developing
the Kaiapoi FoodForest and the
Norman Kirk Park sports fields.
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an additional budgetof$10.4
million, with $9.6 millionspent to
date, Mr Roxborough says.
‘‘And before that we did the
enabling works, including site
clearances and earthworks.
‘‘We broughtin70,000cubic
metresoffill,and then we’ve
built everything on top of that.
‘‘And at the same time we did
some of the drainage
improvements within the
regenerationareas.’’
Ongoing work includes the
proposed KaiapoiCommunity
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mahinga kai project, which are
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proposedrowing precinct at
Murphy Park.
The community hub is
expectedtobecompletedover
the next two years and has a
budget of $485,000, althoughthe
overall project willcost
considerably more, with external
fundingbeingsought.
Communityorganisations,
including Satisfy Food Rescue,
the KaiapoiMen’s Shedand the
Kaiapoi Croquet Club, willalso
bring theirown funding.
The heritage and mahingakai
project is expected to take about
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The rowing precinct project, in
partnership with the St
Margaret’s College,and Union
Rowing Clubs, is expected to
take about two years and include
anew pontoon on the river.
The Kaiapoi’s $18 million
‘‘Shovel Ready’’ project, which is
50 percent funded from the
government’s Covid­19 recovery
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EARTHMOVING
The North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
27
LOTT CONTRACTING ADVERTISING FEATURE
River repair work ... Flood recovery work is ongoing following the May 31 flood event.
Flood work ongoing
Waimakariri’sfloodrepair bill is less
than originally thought.
In reports preparedbyWaimakariri
District Council utilities and roading
manager Gerard Cleary and recovery
manager Simon Hart,the cost to the
council fromthe May 31 flood eventis
$2.82million, less than the $3.5 million
approved by the councilinMarch.
Whilethe official recoveryfrom the
May 31 floodevent is complete, with the
majorinfrastructureissues largely
resolved,anumberofprojects are
ongoing and this work will be
undertaken by the utilities and roading
team.This includes repairs to bridge
approaches,such as scouring
protection.
The reportsidentifiedthe need for
continuedmonitoring of river flows,
which continue to be high and result in
fordsremaining closed.
Work to repair damage aroundfords
will occur alongside Environment
Canterbury’s (ECan) riverworksand as
riverflows allow.
Further grading on unsealed roads
across the networkisneededtoaddress
issues with damageand potholing due to
ongoing wet weatherand saturated
pavements.
Ongoing work will be needed to secure
the LeesValley access ways, including
the Whistler Bridge whichremains
exposed to river scouring and was
previously protected by gabions.
Re­shaping of the abutments at both
ends of Whistler Bridge and at Five
Gullies Bridge willbeneeded, as these
remain exposed through alack of robust
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rock protection, the report says.
Ongoing work is needed around the
‘‘Okuku Cluster’’,asresidents were
adversely affected by the Okuku River
breakout. ECanhas begun discussions
with residentsabout future river
protection options and future river
ratingareas.
Working is continuing with ECan at
the Pines Kairakiarea on BeachRoad to
co­ordinateand repair the headwall
structure, the upstream headwall of the
culvert, and to makemodificationstothe
culvert, flapgate and stopbank at
Kairaki Creek.
Further investigation is needed into
the Smarts Road and Feathers Road
area,where overland flooding caused
issues at anumber of properties.
Around 245 service requests were
received by the utilities and roading
team as aresult of the flood event and
further assessmentisneeded to
determineifany furthermaintenance or
investigation is warranted at key sites.
Therewas also asubstantial amountof
infrastructure damage surrounding the
Coopers Creekheadworks, and
connectionacross to Mountain Road.
Staffhave undertaken an options
assessment, and have recommended to
the council that this headworks be
abandoned, and the MountainRoad
properties connected to the Oxford
Rural No.1 watersupply.
Further workalongside Environment
Canterbury includesthe installation of
the stopbank at Waikuku,including the
sealing of the top of this as part of the
road network through the car park.
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Dave’spassion for dozers
Lott Contracting has been servicing the
Hurunui district’s earthmoving needs
since 1957.
Company founder Dave Lott began
operatingbulldozers many years
before that.
Dave was born in 1929 and at age 92
is still operating his John Deere 750J
bulldozer daily, often from dawn til
dusk.
Not only will you find Dave in the
bulldozer, but he always has his wee
fox terrier Tui, with him at work to
keep him company.
Dave started out drivingD8dozers
for the Ministry of Works on the
Roxburgh Dam.
He spent many hours workingin
freezing conditions as the dozers never
had cabs back then.
He travelled to Australia and
operated bulldozers on water schemes
and in opencast coal mines.
On his return to New Zealand, Dave
was offered the opportunity to buy an
International TD9A from Trevor
Taylor (a returned serviceman).
The business was based in Waiau
and this is where it has remained since
1957.
Dave’s son Billy also has dieselinhis
blood and joined his Dad in business in
1999.
Today they have aworkforce of 15
and operate an array of machines,
includingbulldozers, diggers, trucks,
Dave Lott at work behind the wheel of abulldozer.
PHOTO: FILE
loaders and offer shingle supplies.
The company does alarge variety of
earthworks.
‘‘We do alot of work for sheep and
beef farmers including maintenance
and track work and work in the hill
country,’’ Billy Lott says.
‘‘Most farmers around here have a
Lott Block on their farms named after
Dave.
‘‘We also do alot of work alongside
ECan, particularly around river
protection.
‘‘The majority of the original river
protection around Waiau was put in
voluntarily by Dave Lott and Waiau
locals.’’
Dave has enjoyed working on many
different farms throughout the
Hurunui and always enjoys catching
up with the farmersfor ayarn.
His daily office scenery is forever
changing and never are there two days
the same.
Driving bulldozershas and will
always be his passion.
The future of Lott Contracting looks
promising with Dave’s grandchildren
sharing his love of machinery.
‘‘They are extremely lucky to have
Dave as their role model, his work
ethic is second to none and his love of
his job is what has kept his own tracks
turning for so long,’’ Billy says.
Dave has no plans to slow down
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RURAL LIFE
North Canterbury News, October 21, 2021
Sun wanted after cold spring
By DAVID HILL
North Canterbury farmers are looking
for sunshine afteraslow start to spring.
Federated Farmers North
Canterbury sharemilkers
spokesperson Theo Sneek, of Oxford, is
looking forwardtosome sun afterthe
colder weather and recentrain meant
spring conditions arrivedthreeweeks
later thannormal.
‘‘Wehad agoodcalving seasonand
we’ve had agoodrun with staff, we’ve
got agood team so we are pretty happy.
‘‘And we had enough feed on hand,
but some farmers were struggling for
feedwith everything beingtwo to three
weeks laterthan normal.’’
Coming off the autumn drought,
farmers have endured awet winter and
earlyspring,meaning thereisplentyof
moisture about, Mr Sneek says.
‘‘I think it will be good for November
withsome sunny weather.’’
Production has been down compared
to last season, but there is plentyof
time to pick it up with fine summer and
autumn weather.
Whilethere is ashortage of workers
in the sector, Mr Sneek says he has had
no trouble finding and retaining good
staffbyensuring they are paidproperly
for thehours they do.
‘‘I think it is hard to find people, but
there’sstill too many instanceswhere
people don’t get paidright.’’
Federated Farmers North
Canterbury meat and woolvicechairperson
Stu Fraser, who farms
beside the Hurunui River, says spring
grass growth has beenslow,but
lambing was gone well.
‘‘Our lamb survival has been better
thanaverageand now we’re just
waitingonthings to catchup.’’
Federated Farmers North
Canterbury presidentCaroline Amyes
saysfarmers have reported a
challengingstart to spring.
‘‘Weare just starting to get some good
growth now which is good.
‘‘The windhas causedsame damage
to infrastructureand irrigators,but
Slow start ... Farmers are optimistic
despite aslow start to spring.
PHOTO: FILE
fortunately therehas also beenplenty
of rain so the irrigators haven’t missed
out.
‘‘Spring has been variable with
growth rates lower than expected,but
it seems to be coming out the other
side.’’
On the positive side, milkprices are
strong and meat prices are holding
steady,she says.
But fertiliser prices are high and
costs of production are increasing due
in part to delaysover imports.
While Covid­19 Alert Level 2has had
minimalimpactonfarm,farmers are
disappointed not to havethe usual
spring A&P shows to attend, Ms Amyes
says.
‘‘It wouldhave beenreally good to
have the Canterbury Show to helplift
morale,but hopefully it will go ahead
next year and people will support it
becausewedon’twant that to
disappear.’’
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Willow, oldman’sbeard and 4WDvehicle
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thenextmeetingofthe Waipara
CatchmentRivercareGroup.
DennisBuurman, fromKaikouraVines­
Free, willtalk aboutold man's beardand
theexperiencehis group has had with
controllinglarge areas of the vine.
Nick Ledgard, fromthe Ashley­
RakahuriRivercareGroupwill talk on the
group’s experienceover thepast 20 years
with vehiclesinthe riverbed, andDavid
Owen, who is leading Environment
Canterbury’s willow control workonthe
lowerreaches of the Waipara River, will
give apresentation on thislargeproject.
Workinggroups have been set up to
work throughthese issues.
Meanwhile aMission Statement, a
Vision and afunding andlegalstructure
areonthedrawingboard, and theaims of
thegroupwereclarified at itsSeptember
meeting.
Group facilitator Rima Herbersays
fundsare now being applied for through
theHurunuiDistrict Landcare Trust, to
make her roleapaid one foreighthours a
week.
Other funding streamsare being sought
to ensure workcontinues on restoringthe
natural character and vitality of the river,
protectingand enhancingthe native
biodiversityand ensuringthere is a
pristine riverfor everyonetoenjoy now
andinthe future.
At its SeptembermeetingLeigh Love,
thereknowned amateur fossilhunterfrom
Waipara, gave ahalf­hourpresentationon
hisfossilhunting journey in the river.His
findshave added to the historical
importance of the river, locally and
internationally.
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previously found, which showed that
penguins were likelyaround at the same
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Over 10 new speciesofpenguin and
flyingbirds, including agiantpenguinthat
stands as tall as an adult human, havebeen
unearthed so far,and there is every
expectation thatmore bones will come to
light as thecliffs erode awayexposing
fossils ready to succumb to Leigh’s vigilant
searching.
Right from the start Leigh decided to gift
allhis finds to the Canterbury museum,
whichnow canclaimtohouse not onlythe
world’soldest penguin fossilsbut also the
world’smost complete specimen of any
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Fossilsinthe WaiparaRiverare from
before andafter this event including
80­million­year­oldoyster beds.
As wellasavarietyofunique bird
fossils, the river hasyielded giant turtles,
bivalves, fish, corals,sponges, plants,giant
sharks andmarine reptile; including
mosasaur, plesiosaur andichthyosaur.
Theteeth of 17 different speciesofshark
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expeditions,oftenfindingthem exposed in
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7pminthe Waipara Hall. Workinggroups
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Young boxers taking it to the next level
BOXING
By JOHN COSGROVE
For the first time, atrio of
youngCanterbury boxers have
started specialist training with
High Performance Sport New
Zealand.
All three, however, are no
strangerstothe pressures of
national­level competition.
DanielMeehan (18), from
Smiling Tigers, Hameura
Tainui (17), of Woolston, and
Leon Gibson (17), of Waikuku,
are all age group,nationaland
Golden Glove champions.
Nowthey have the
opportunity of taking their
sporting careers in new
directions.
Forthe next six months,they
will be individually mentored
by specialistsatthe HPSNZ
centre near Jellie Park.
They willlearn about
preparation, fitness, mental
conditioning and nutrition.
HPSNZ regional manager
Andrew Ellis says it is the first
time they have invited athletes
at this youth age level andlike
their coaches, he believes it
means alot for the sport here in
Canterbury.
‘‘It's partofthe pilotscheme
for HPSNZ’s newregional
model due in 2022 with its focus
on developing talent in regional
sports,’’ he says.
Aimed at formalising the
career pathwaysofyoung
talented athletes, by helping
them to progress towards elite
and eventually country
representation.
‘‘We invite them, their
families and coaches to a
meeting where we learn all
about what they are doing, what
theyunderstand about the
pathways open to themand the
levels of performance theyare
seeking,’’ Mr Ellis says.
‘‘It’s aboutdiscovering their
aspirations on andoff the field.
‘‘We try to find someofthe
rocks that need to be shifted at
this stage in their careers.
‘‘Everyoneisdifferent, so it is
not about them sitting there
having someone just telling
them what to do, they must lead
the project.’’
HPSNZisalso running a
regional coaching pilotscheme
at the same time, with 12
emerging coaches fromprehigh
performance
environments learning how to
build their coaching
capabilities in alignment with
their athletes.
Woolston head coach Holly
Sullivan says it is awonderful
opportunity for young athletes
inthe junior boxing
programme.
‘‘Thereisalot of talent in the
grassrootssport here,but often
it’s only the mainstream
national levelsports that have
access to HPSNZ,’’ she says.
Ms Sullivan says it is eyeopeningasitgives
her, as a
coach, an insightinto the
resources they have.
Rising star ... Leon Gibson (17, centre), of Waikuku, is receiving specialist training from High Performance
Sport New Zealand.
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‘‘We have somereal talent
herebut we are lacking
pathways guidance for our
athletes.
‘‘With support like this, it
helps us as coaches and
encourages the athletes that
there is apathway forward and
achancetohit someoftheir
goals.’’
Smiling Tigers coach Mark
Fuller says it will be an
invaluable experience for the
young men.
‘‘Daniel has already had a
few sessions with them and said
he wasenjoying the
opportunities offered.
‘‘The specialist coaches there
have all thatin­depth
knowledgewhich is justwhat
these young lads need right now
at this pointintheir careers,we
still coach them to box but what
they learn from their mentors
helps themontheir future
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community…
All info onchanges to Council services and facilities can be found at waimakariri.govt.nz/covid19
Parking Strategy Plans for Future Growth
The Council is planning forthe future of parking in the
Waimakariri District with the dra District Parking
Strategyreleasedthis week forcommunity feedback.
The Strategy follows an informal parking survey
completed earlier this year, which identified parking
challenges from the community’s perspective.
According to the 400 respondents, the top three
issues were: anundersupply of carparks (49% of
contributors), traffic flow/congestion onthe main
streets in the town centres (39%), and limited town
centre parking for all day workers (37%).
The Council estimates that within the Rangiora
Town Centre alone, an additional 800 carparks
will be needed by2048. Vanessa Thompson,
Business and Centres Advisor, says the dra
doesn’t get into detailed planning about where and
how parking will be provided, rather it provides
strategic direction for parking management in the
Waimakariri District.
“It aims to strike ahealthy balance between a
range of issues such as our growing population,
community expectations, transport emission
targets, alternative transport modes and costs to
the ratepayer,” says Vanessa.
The dra District Parking Strategy contains 18
policies which each cover different aspects of
parking such as the supply of new parks, parking
enforcement, priced parking and signage.
Vanessa says the Council is keen to hear feedback
from the community on the concepts and ideas
contained within the strategy.
Residents can view the full document and have
their say at waimakariri.govt.nz/letstalk
Council Services onLabour Day
With the long weekend on its way, the Council
is reminding residents that afew services will
change on Labour Day.
Council Service Centres and Libraries
Service Centres will be closed on Labour Day and
reopen on Tuesday 26 October.
Libraries will be closed on Labour Day and reopen
on Tuesday 26 October.
Rubbish and Recycling Collection
Kerbside rubbish, organics and recycling will be
collected as normal on Labour Day.
Southbrook Resource Recovery Park and
Oxford Transfer Station
Southbrook Resource Recovery Park is open on
Labour Day from 8.30am-4.30pm.
Oxford Transfer Station is closedasper normal hours.
Aquatic Facilities
On Labour Day, the Aquatic Facilities in Kaiapoi and
Rangiora will be open between 10am-7pm. Normal
hours resume onTuesday 26October.
Visitors are strongly encouraged tomake a
booking tovisit the pools tohelp staff manage
demand while maintaining two metre distancing
requirements. When you book, you'll be provided
with your own area of the pool to enjoy with
your bubble.
Waikuku Beach Paddling Pool is open from
Saturday 23 October. Remember to bring
sunscreen and ahat as the shade sail won't be
installed until aer Guy Fawkes. There will be
aCovid-19 QR code on the gate, and please
remember to try and maintain distance between
yourself and other family bubbles.
The Oxford Community Aquatic Facility will open
in November.
Urgent Enquiries
For urgent enquiries such as noise control or
animal management, please call the aer hours
service on 0800 965 468. If you spot something in
our District such as apothole, vandalism, litter or a
damaged footpath, you can report it instantly from
amobile phone using Snap Send Solve.
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Rangiora –Saturday 30 October
10am-1pm, Rangiora Service Centre Carpark
Kaiapoi –Sunday 31October
10am-1pm, Charles Street Park and Ride Site
(next to New World)
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We’re updating the District Plan to ensure it
enables economic and residential growth,
while protecting the things that make
Waimakariri special.
The Proposed District Plan is open for your
feedback until 5pm on Friday 26 November.
ABOUT THE
DRAFT DISTRICT
PARKING STRATEGY
In arecent parking survey, our community
told uswhat they saw asthe key parking
issues for Waimakariri.
Respondents wanted ittobeeasier to find parks
in town centres and have options for parking
longer than two hours. They wanted parking
to remain affordable, while also supporting
alternative transport options that could reduce
the need for private vehicles.
We’ve now produced adra District Parking
Strategy which plans for the future parking
needs of our growing District and wewant
your feedback.
Have your say waimakariri.govt.nz/letstalk

Public Notices
Upcoming Council
meetings
The following meetings will
be held in November 2021.All
meetings will be held in the
Council Chamber, 215 High Street,
Rangiora, unless otherwise stated.
CANCELLATION OF MEETING
Utilities and Roading Committee
Meeting previously advertised for Tuesday
26 October 2021 at 3:30pm to be held in
the Council Chamber, has been CANCELLED.
CWMS Waimakariri Water Zone
Committee
Monday 1November at 3:30pm.
Council
Tuesday 2November at1pm.
Oxford-Ohoka Community Board
Wednesday 3November at7pm in the
Ohoka Community Hall, Mill Road, Ohoka.
(The Public Forum section of the agenda
will occur from 7pm to 7.20pm.)
Woodend-Seon Community Board
Monday8November at6pm at theWoodend
Community Centre, School Road, Woodend.
Rangiora-Ashley Community Board
Wednesday 10November at7pm.
Kaiapoi-Tuahiwi Community Board
Monday 15 November at5pm in the
Kaikanui Room, at the Ruataniwha Kaiapoi
Civic Centre, 176Williams Street, Kaiapoi.
Audit and Risk Committee
Tuesday 16November at9am.
Extraordinary Council (to adopt the
Annual Report)
Tuesday 16November atnoon.
Land and Water Committee
Tuesday 16November at1pm.
Utilities and Roading Committee
Tuesday 16November at4pm.
To ensure compliance with theCovid-19
restrictions,some of themeetings’
arrangementsmay change. Pleasecheck
theCouncil’s websitewaimakariri.govt.nz
forthe latest updates.
Allmeetingsare open to thepublic.
Agendas areavailable twoworking days
priortothe meeting at waimakariri.govt.nz
Sarah Nichols
GovernanceManager
MILITARYEXERCISE
Exercise AlphaWolf
28 October–4November 2021
Thegeneral public is to be advised thataNew
Zealand Army Exercise will be conductedinthe
Oxford Forest area over the period
28 Oct–4Nov 2021.
Theexercise will involveupto60personnel of
Alpha Company, 2nd/1st Battalion, RoyalNew
Zealand InfantryRegimentfrom
Burnham MilitaryCamp.
Training will involvesoldiers conducting foot
patrols and vehicle movementinthe vicinityof
Oxford Forest.
Blank rounds and pyrotechnics maybeused
from 9am 28th Octuntil 2pm 4th November.The
exercise will also involvethe movementoftroops
and vehicles by dayand night. Soldiers will be
wearing uniforms,packs and carrying weapons.
TheNew Zealand Army takes firerisk seriously and
will ensurefiremitigation is present.
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ALEX MURRAY
EDUCATION AWARD 2021
The Rotary Club of Rangiora awards agrant each
year inmemory of aformer member, Alex Murray,
to assist ayoung person about to leave school to
undertake further training at an education centre,
polytechnic or university.
The grant, to a value of $5000, will be awarded
to ayoung person living in either the Waimakariri
or Hurunui Districts. The grant is to assist with
course costs and/or study materials (excluding
accommodation costs) over the first two years of
tertiarystudy.
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Coppard Reserve -Leithfield
Proposed Changes to the Reserves Management Plan -Have yourSay!
Coppard Reserve is situated between Old Main North Road, Brighton Street and
RamsgateStreetinLeithfield.
Each of our reserves has amanagement plan attached to it that outlines the care,
protection anddevelopment of the reserve, andcollectively forms part of our district
wide Reserves Management Plan.
During the 2021-2031 LongTermPlanConsultation Council received asubmission
to consider additional beautification ideas and also to add fitness equipment to
the reserve. In order for these changes to be implemented, the Coppard Reserve
Management Plan needs to be amended, under the Reserves Management Act
1977.
We want to hear your thoughts onthe proposal.
Sendusyourwritten commentsorobjections to us by either:
•Emailing us at: submission@hurunui.govt.nz
•Writing to us at: HurunuiDistrictCouncil, PO Box 13,Amberley 7441
•Online at:https://laffs.hurunui.govt.nz/Forms/j8NLs
Don’t forget to letusknow if youwould like to speak to your submission.
Copies ofthe 2021 Draft Coppard Reserve Management Plan are available from
www.hurunui.govt.nz/have-your-say/consultations or from the Hurunui District
Council Offices, Carters Road,Amberley.
Forfurther informationpleasecontact: community@hurunui.govt.nz
Pleaseensurewereceive yoursubmission by 5.00pm, Tuesday 21 December2021.
NORTH CANTERBURY
FISH&GAME COUNCIL
DECLARATION OF ELECTIONRESULT
2021 COUNCIL ELECTION
Having beendulyappointedReturning Officer pursuanttoSection 3ofthe Fish andGame Council
Elections Regulations 1990, Iherebydeclare theresultsofthe election thatclosed on Friday8October
2021for the election of EIGHT (8) Council members for theNorth CanterburyFish &GameRegion.
Candidate
Votes Received
STRONG, Alan John 455
COLL, Dave 438
ISITT,Trevor Lewis 438
MUSSON, Phillip 417
COSTER, Niall 402
LLOYD, Ken 387
BARRON, Dave 381
O’KEEFE, Richard 379
DULEY,Willie 351
MCKENZIE, Callum 284
JONES, Matt 255
BUNTING, Grant 191
GRAHAM-SAMSON, Harry 176
MEHLHOPT,Jarrad 150
EXTON, Ben 149
HYDE, Stewart 133
GRANT,Colin 107
LEGGE, Gordon Robert Edwin 44
INFORMAL 0
BLANK 0
Itherefore declare Dave BARRON, Dave COLL, Niall COSTER, Trevor Lewis ISITT,Ken LLOYD,
Phillip MUSSON, Richard O’KEEFE and Alan John STRONG to be duly elected to the North
CanterburyFish &Game Council.
The voting returnpercentage was 27.75%, of which61.83% voted online and 38.17%votedbypost.
Warwick Lampp
Returning Officer –North CanterburyFish&Game Council
electionz.com Ltd
Free phone 0800 666 040
iro@electionz.com
Smokefree nowincludes Vapefree
All smokefree public areas in Hurunui District are now also vapefree.
These areasinclude:
• Councilplaygrounds.
• Councilparks and reserves.
• Councilswimmingpools.
• Councilcemeteries.
• Areas within a10 metre radius ofthe main entrances ofall Council libraries,
ServiceCentres,Community facilities and halls.
• All indoor areas of Councilrentalproperties.
• All eventsrun by Council.
• The current Hanmer Springs smokefree and vapefree zone which includes
theentire CBD.
NB: The changes tothis strategy have been made inconsultation with representatives
from the Cancer Society and Canterbury District Health Board, who are considered to be
effectively and respectively representing the public interests of the district. Please ensure
we receiveyoursubmissionby5.00pm,Tuesday 21 December 2021.
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SAWMILL
TIMBER
WORKER
We are abusy Sawmill in
North Canterbury looking
for an enthusiastic Timber
Worker to join our
team.
This is a full time permanent
position.
If you want to be part of a
great team, are keen to
learn &have agood work
ethic, please contact us
today.
Send your CV to Maree:-
hrs@sutherland.co.nz or
phone 03 3274830
LOCAL factory work, a
variety of shifts. Forklift
roles, traffic control, sawmill
roles. Immediate starts
for the right people. We
don’t always advertise the
roles we have. For more
information contact
Daphne at Superior
Personnnel 313 6180.
Trade&Services
A PAINTER WITH
PASSION! Local painter
with 30 years of quality and
integrity in all aspects of
painting. Phone Mike on
021 0903 8546.
ABEL &Prestige Chimney
Cleaning. Nth Cant owned
& operated. Covering all
areas from Waimak to Hanmer.
Professional, guaranteed,
service. Firebox
repairs, carry most parts. Ph
0800 661 244.
AFFORDABLE concrete
cutting with quality and
removal work. Free quotes.
No job too small. Ph 027
442 2219, Fax 03 359 6052
or A/H 03 359 4605.
ALL TREE SERVICES,
arbour work, pruning, tree
removal. Affordable &
friendly service. Telephone
021 111 4322.
ARBORIST qualified.
Copper Beech Tree
Services. Tree removal,
pruning, height reduction,
hedge trimming, shaping,
tree planting, firewood.
Free quotes. Contact Angus
Edwards 027 259 6741
copperbeechtreeservices@gmail.com
BRIAN’S Tree Services.
Tree felling, topping,
shaping, firewood cut, rubbish
removed, stump grinding,
branch chipping.
Affordable rates. Phone 03
327 5505 or 021 124 4894.
CARAVANS &
MOTORHOMES,
Interior &exterior repairs,
maintenance & upgrades.
Solar, satellite, awning
installations. Sheetmetal,
light engineering &welding
services. Professional
coachbuilder specializing
in the RV industry 25 years.
Call Darryl @ Advanced
Auto Homes 027 220 6566.
CHIMNEY SWEEPS
Time to service your fire.
Accumulation of soot seriously
affects performance.
Latest rotary brush technology.
Free moisture check
on wood. Safety inspection.
All work insured and guaranteed.
From $70 single
story. 0800 SWEEPME or
021 0277 1927. Visit
www.sweepnz.co.nz.
PAINTER. Qualified local
professional, Int / Ext,
roofs, wallpaper. Call or
text Corban 027 846 5035.
GUTTER cleaning summer
special. No obligation
free quote! Spouting repairs
/ replacement / cleaning.
Call 0508 SPOUTING.
SHEARER. Hap’s Farm &
Lifestyle Services. Shearing,
crutching, drenching,
tailing, feet trimming &
health check. — Ph. 03-
423-3713 or 021-267-4025.
Local Democracy
Reporter
-NorthCanterbury
Jobtype: Fixed term–24months
Location: Rangiora
Closingdate:October29, 2021
Are you an outstandingreporter looking for anew challengeand wanting
to serve your community?
Allied Press, with the supportofRNZ and NZ On Air’s PublicInterest
Journalism Fund,ishiring ajournalisttojoin Local Democracy Reportingin
2022 and2023 from the North CanterburyNews office in Rangiora.
Youwillbecoveringlocal authoritiesand otherpublicly-funded
organisations, but alsogoing out and talking to thepeopleaffected by
theseorganisations’decisions, sharing their stories,and comingupwith
your own stories on similartopics.
Your focuswill be providing great publicinterestjournalism coveragedaily
throughoutthe NorthCanterbury regionincluding Waimakariri, Hurunui
and Kaikōura. This is amulti-media role so experienceinvideo,audio and
photography would be an advantage.
Youwillreport to Allied Press’North Canterbury bureau chief. Youwill
receive extra training and support from RNZ, and your workwillbemade
available at the sametime to all of the programme’smedia partners,
including RNZ.
This could be ajunior,intermediate or senior roledependingonthe
successful candidate.Weare looking for someone with as many of the
following qualities as possible.You don’t need allofthese to apply,but you
do needtohave at leasttwo years’reporting experience (although in some
caseswemay also consider exceptionalapplicants with only one year’s
experience).
•Able to spotastrongstory and makeitcome alive for your audience
•Able to meet the highest standards of accuracy,fairness and balance
•UnderstandingofTeTiritioWaitangi
•Someknowledge of local government
•Excellent writing skills
Thisisafull-timerole for afixedterm(throughto31December2023).
Assistancewith relocationcosts may be considered.
Applications closeOctober29, 2021.
Please submit your CV along with your cover letterand worksamplesto
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DIRTY TILES &Grout?
Professional tile cleaning,
tiled shower restoration,
mouldy silcone, shower
glass & we can even
recolour your old grout!
For all your tile and grout
issues call Grout Pro for a
free, no obligation quote.
Ph Darryl 0800 882 772.
Log Fires
Pellet Fires
Heat Pumps
Sales
Service
Installations
Free Quotes
03 343 1651
472 Blenheim Rd
www.heatstore.co.nz
METAL WORX. Flashing,
Sheetmetal Fabrication,
Wrought Iron,
Welding, Custom Trailers,
General Metalwork. No job
too big or too small. Ph 021
265 5428 or 03 314 6908.
Find us on facebook/
Glenmark Metal Worx.
glenmarkmetalworx.ltd@gmail.com.
PAINT & wallpaper
services. Wayne Bryant,
exterior, interior. Qualified
tradesman. Free quotes. Ph
313 5337 or 027 654 4568.
POWER TOOLS repairs,
parts &sales for over 40
years. All main brands serviced.
Grossman Trade
Tools, 23 Watts Road,
Christchurch. Ph 389 9230.
Trade &Services
RANGIORA Rubbish
Removal and RRR skips.
Wheelie bins any frequency
and skips from 1.5 cube to
9cube. Skips and wheelie
bins for any use, rubbish,
greenwaste, building sites
or just cleanups. Give us a
phone call 313 6957 or for
skips 021 313 255.
SCREEN PRINTING.
For all your printing
requirements. T-shirts,
Hoodies, Hi-Vis vests and
polos, Overalls, Caps etc.
Please phone Heather 03
313 0261 or email heather.
norstar@gmail.com.
SUMMERFIELD
FENCING
IN YOUR AREA NOW.
Lifestyle or farm, sheep, cattle,
horse, all types of animals.
Fences, yards, sheds, arenas,
shelters, runs.
30+ years contract fencing.
Steve is available to help with
your design &planning.
Ph office03312 4747
2091848
WINDOW TINTING
tintawindow
advanced film solutions
99% uv block
fade protection
heat control
reduce glare
25 Years Experience
privacy films
frosting designs
non-darkening films
Workmanship Guaranteed
Lifetime Warranties on Most Films
UV
block
ANTHONY SYMONDS
Forall your painting &
plastering requirements
Local with 30 years
experience
All workmanship
Guaranteed.
Phone 021 344 023
Free Quotes Canterbury and Districts
03 365 3653 0800 368 468
2220615
Pride &Quality Painting
&Decorating Services
20 yrs exp, fast and friendly
service. For all your painting
needs, phone: Martin 310
6187 or 021 128 9867
SEPTIC TANK
CLEANING
Bill’s Liquid
Waste
You dump it...
Blair pumps it...
Blair Tavendale
Ph 03 314 9371
0275 379-694
Situations Vacant
2225862
2362002
SUMMER IS COMING …AND WE NEED YOUR HELP
We have extended our retail showroom and enlarged our drive thru, and now we need you!
We are seeking applications from outgoing, friendly and enthusiastic people to join our team and havethe following
SeasonalFixed Term positions available:
Inwards Goods /Storeperson
• Mon –Fri up to 40 hours.
• Mustbephysically fit and strong.
• Will be required to lift and carry heavy products all day.
• Work as part of ateam.
• Beable to think proactively.
• Work hard and smart.
• Mustbecustomer focused.
• Forkliftlicence wouldhelp.
• Musthavea“Can do” attitude
Retail Sales and Retail Sales Support
Team Members
• Weekend work required
• Upto40hours
• Mustbecustomer focused
• Working inside and outside
• Mustbephysicallyfitand strong
• Will be required to climb ladders and use lifting
equipment
• Will be required to pick, carry,assemble and deliver
heavy products
• Work as part of ateam
• Beable to think proactively
• Work hard and smart
Garden Products Team Member
• Weekend work required
• Upto40hours
• Mustbecustomer focused
• Working inside and outside
• Mustbephysicallyfitand strong
• Will be required to climb ladders and use lifting
equipment
• Work as part of ateam
• Beable to think proactively
• Work hard and smart
Customer Service Checkout Team
• Weekend work required.
• Upto40hours.
• Mustbecustomer focused.
• Mustbephysicallyfitand strong.
• Will be required to collect trolleys.
• Will be required to assist customers with purchases to
their vehicles.
• Work as part of ateam.
• Beable to think proactively.
• Work hard and smart.
• Able to take aturnonany ofthe various roles in these
positions
• Confident to act as our “greeter”
McAlpines have an active drug &alcohol policyinplace, apre-employment drug test and medical will be required
If any of these positions sound like you, send your application and CV to:
Seasonal Fixed Term Roles
McAlpines Mitre 10 Mega
PO Box 1003
Rangiora 7440
or email applications@mcalpines.co.nz
PLEASE SPECIFY WHICHPOSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR
JUNIOR YARDPERSON /
SALESPERSON REQUIRED
Full time hours, Monday to Friday
No experience necessary, must
have drivers license
Email Geffin@morrisoncars.co.nz
Trade&Services
Paving
Patio &Pathways
-New or Existing
Free Quotes
–Competitive Pricing
Blair Gibson
027 699 5815 03 313 7933
REMOVALISTS
Movemen Ltd
2Men &agood sized truck.
From $150 plus GST per hour.
Kaiapoi based.
Call Gerard
027 668 3636
movemen.co.nz
2401953
LANDSCAPES
027 216 0000
VALUATION -
Specialising in North Canterbury.
Contact Geoff at
Maxwell Valuation. Phone
03 310 8541 or email
geoff@maxval.co.nz.
2253902
Wanted To Buy
ANTIQUE Tool Collector
wanting to buy Joiners &
Builders Tools-Metal
Brace, Planes, Hand Drills,
Drill Press, Scribes, Spoke
Shaves, Chisels, Squares,
Calipers, Tack Hammers,
Screwdrivers, Saws, Wood
vice, G & Sash Clamps,
Pulleys Blow Torch, Plumb
Bobs, Anvil, Old Style
Safe, Oil Cans &Bottles,
Pay up to $100 for small
minature tools, Violin
Planes, Ivory Rulers,
Jewellers Tools etc. Also
old garden tools. Buy
single item, collection,
workshop lots. Phone Murray
021 441 400.
2428434
BUYING estate type old
china, crystal, collectables,
vases. Ph 027 350 3963, or
313 1878.
$$$
Amalgamated Scrap Metal
Ltd. Specialists in farm
machineryand farm clean
ups, old vehicles etc.
100% locally owned.
Ph 0800 030 712 or
027 695 0480.
2312759
SITUATIONS VACANT
RECEPTIONIST(Full Time)
2421767
An opportunity has arisen for aFull Time
Receptionist / Administration role at our
AccountancyPractice in Rangiora.
The role is a full-time position with the
standard hours being 8.30am to 5.00pm
Monday to Friday. Ideally the applicant will
live locallyand be part of thelocal Community.
The successful applicant will have experience
in a reception type role that has included
dealingwiththe public andtyping. In addition
to this some tax administration and orsome
basic accounting experience would be of
considerablebenefit.
We are looking for aperson with anoutgoing
and friendly attitude that works well aspart
of ateam and is prepared tolend ahand
were ever needed alongside their core role as
receptionist.
If this sounds of interest to you, please send
your CV to:
GeoffWhite
Prosser Quirke Limited
PO Box4
RANGIORA 7440
Email: geoff@prosser-quirke.co.nz
Applications closeon29thOctober 2021
if therolehas notbeenfilled prior.
Livestock
FRIESIAN Hereford
Cross Calves for sale. Well
bred calves with nice
markings, 10 days old.
Mid-Canterbury. Please
phone 027 507 7030 or 027
431 0053.
HOMEKILL & Wild
Game meat processing. Ph
313 0022. www.meat2u.nz.
Pets
2425366
½PRICE
DOG FOOD
MEAT2U.NZ
313 0022
2424357

GENT, single and uncomplicated,
just retired and
has spare time on hands
would like to meet asingle
slim lady who is jolly and
doesn’t take life too seriously,
for company outings
and activities. A happy
warm disposition would
match mine. Please Ph/text
027 659 4425.
Personal
SEMI RETIRED, kind,
caring man looking for a
loving relationship.
Seeking agenuine, caring
woman in her 70’s, light
drinker. Ph 020 4129 5331.
For Sale
GLASS HOUSE, new
1800 x1200. Please phone
310 7638.
Gardening
A+ GARDEN hedges cut
to perfection. Tree &arbor
work. Also spraying. Free
quotes. Ph 021 111 4322.
Pets
BICHON HOMESTAY
for smaller dogs. We look
after your dog in our home.
"No kennels". Phone today
03 314 6110.
Motorcycles
SOUTH PACIFIC Motorcycle
services, local family
business based in Mandeville.
Repairs, servicing,
WOF etc for all road bikes,
classic bikes, farm bikes &
more. Collection service
available. Ph03312 0066
office@motorbiketours.co.nz
www.motorbiketours.co.nz
ANY old cars, anything pre
1990, unfinished Hot Rods,
Classic Cars. Please call
027 258 8366.
CARS, vans, 4WD’s
wanted for dismantling or
repair. Phone 027 258
8366.
FORD Falcon &Fairlane
1960 to 2000 car &ute, sw
wanted. Ph 027 271 8716.
WANTED to buy Ford,
Holden, Chrysler or
Chev’s, Classic cars. Any
other types considered, any
condition. Please phone
Tony 027 313 5000.
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Cars Wanted
FALCONS &
COMMODORES
WANTED
Suitable for
dismantling or repairs
Ph 313 7216
Trusted Trades &
Professional Services
2412522
39
CASH 4CARS
and 4WD'S
Phone
Automotive
Parts
03 313 7216
Guide
To book your spaceinthis guide,phoneAmanda Keys 313 2840 or email amanda.keys@ncnews.co.nz
2070788
Automotive &Recovery
• WOF Cars &Trailers
• Vehicle Servicing &
Repairs
• Tyres &Punctures
• Jump Starts
•
Towing &Salvage
• Courtesy Car Available
Ph Aaron Rowlands
0272 588 366
13 Stone Eyre Place,
Swannanoa
Eftpos available Mon –Fri 8am –5pm, Sat 9am –1pm
Construction &Concrete
• New Builds &Renovations
• Light Commercial /Re-strengthening
• Project Management
• Bathrooms
• Farm Buildings
• House Lifting Re-piling
• Shop Fit Outs
2408831
Builder
40+ years experience
027 222 5078
markw.hills@xtra.co.nz
Computer Repairs
Butchery
OxfordButchery
Shane and Leanne Frahm
We cankill&process yourstock
FourGenerations of Frahms
since 1957
Ph 312 4205
Oxford
Number one
old-fashioned bacon
&ham curing.
A/H 312 4709
WE ARE OPEN, WEARE AESSENTIAL SERVICE
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DENTURE CLINIC
RANGIORA
DENTURE CLINIC
Garry WMechen
Registered Clinical DentalTechncian
Phone (03) 313-9192
38a Ashley Street, Rangiora
All Construction & Concrete Work
•Driveways, patios &paths
•Bridges and Culverts
•Floors, foundations
•Sheds and buildings
•Dairy Sheds, Herd homes
•Silage pits, effluent ponds
•Excavation and cartage
•Precast concrete
•Insulated panels
Daryl Power
027 230 9401
concretepower@scorch.co.nz
www.concretepower.co.nz
2273277
Bruce Evans
131 Ohoka Road
Kaiapoi
03 327 3111
021 293 6331
compucare@xtra.co.nz
www.compucare.co.nz
Computer Repairs &upgrades
Prompt professional services
2276525v2
Virus &malware removal
New &UsedPC’s4Sale
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8.30am -12noon
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FREE E CONSULTATION O
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phone (03) 310-3044
Ear Health
• Ear Health checks.
• Wax removal using Microsuction
• Removal of foreign bodies
• Basic hearing aid care
• ACC provider
• WarVeteran provider
• No medical referral
required
Clinics in Rangiora, Amberley and Kaiapoi
Rest homes/retirement villages, booking by prior arrangement.
Bookings: Online www.earcare.nz |Phone 020 4124 25 25
Email alison@earcare.nz | Ear Care Canterbury
2324849
2420841
▪ Painting ▪ Gardening
▪ Fencing ▪ Lawn mowing
▪ All General Maintenance
Performed to the highest
standard by a straight up,
honest, Handy Guy
No job too small!
Flat hourly rate, no hidden surprises!
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Landscaping
STEWART CONTRACTING
Landscaping -Fencing
& Earthworks
ENJOYABLE STRESS FREE LANDSCAPING
03 313 9375 •027 369 3974
www.stewartcontracting.co.nz
contact@stewartcontracting.co.nz
2136148
Landscaping
For all your landscaping needs
All Landscaping, Retaining Walls (Engineered and
Non-Engineered), Timber Fences, Landscape Structures
and more...Lifestyle Block, Rural and Residential.
Phone Jeremy 021 169 9394
www.blackhill.co.nz
www.facebook.com/blackhillltd
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YOU
COULD
BE
HERE
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your business
in our Trades
and Services
Phone
Amanda Keys
on
03 313 2840
Plumbing
For all
general
aspects of
plumbing
Discounts for over
65 years old
Fast friendly service
All work guaranteed
Aaron McCartney
Certifying Plumber
Cell 027 366 9091
A/H 03 310 2137
Free Call:
0508 44EVER
EMAIL:
plumber_27@yahoo.com
2172994
Seamless Spouting
Seamless Spouting
Supply and Install
of Seamless Gutters
10 year no leaks
guarantee
• Continuous spouting made on site,
large colour range available
• High grade and thicker material used
• Repair or replace any type of gutter
• Undertake all insurance work
• Independently owned and operated
• Competitive pricing
Servicing North CanterburyDistricts
Call Danie 021 875 462
2359362
Painter /Plasterer
HURUNUI Painting
• Qualified tradesmen, quick,neat and friendly.
• Reasonable rates. • Interior /exterior painting.
• Interior plastering &wallpapering.
• Spray painting &water blasting.
P: Rod Hermes 027 414 0830 or 03 314 2391
E: r.hermes@xtra.co.nz
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Scrap Metal
CASH PAID FOR SCRAP
•Car Bodies •Scrap Steel•Specialists in Farm
Machinery•All non Ferrous
MAINLAND
METALS LTD
Ph (03)338 7000
Mike0274 818544 •Robbie0274818 027
Locally owned and operated
Windows & Doors
WINDOW MARKET PLACE
• New & Used
• Timber & Aluminium
• Windows & Doors
8am-5pm Weekdays
8am-2pm Saturday
215 Waltham Rd, Sydenham
Ph (03) 379 6159 info@windowmarket.co.nz
Fax (03) 962 1012 www.windowmarket.co.nz
1902273
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To book your spaceinthis guide,phone Amanda Keys 313 2840 or email amanda.keys@ncnews.co.nz

RangioraToyota
Signature
CLASS
2017 Corolla GX Hatch
•1.8L PetrolAuto
•Bluetooth, Camera
•Cruise Control, 37,100km
$
22,995
2013CorollaGXHatch
•1.8L Petrol, Auto
•Bluetooth, CruiseControl
•7Airbags
2015Yaris GX Hatch
•1.3LPetrol5-speed manual
$ •Camera, Bluetooh
13,995 $
10,995
•NZ-new
2019 Corolla SX Hybrid Sedan
•1.8L Hybrid Petrol
•SafetySense, Satnav, Keyless
•Only7,200km
$
33,995
Holden Spark LS
•1.4LPetrolAuto, 5-Door
•Bluetooth, Cruise Control
•49,050kms
$
11,995
2015Toyota Ractis
•1.3LPetrolAuto, 45,550km
•CD/AUX/USB
Connectivity
WAS$15,995
NOW $ 14,995
2014 TOYOTA SPADE
•1.5Lpetrolauto,
•4-door/left side door
•Climate,5-seater
$
13,995
2016 Corolla GX Sedan
•1.8L PetrolAuto,
•Camera ,Bluetooth
•4.5-Star Safety
$
19,995
2015Mazda6GSXSedan
•2.5LPetrol, Auto
•Satnav, Cruise, Head Up Display
• Keyless
$
18,995
2015Corolla GX Hatch
•1.8L PetrolAuto,
•Rear Camera &Sensors
•62,000km
$
18,995
2015BMW320iM-Performance
•2.0L TurboPetrol, PerformanceBrakes
•Exhaust, NZ New
•Only 59,200kms
$
31,995
2017 Corolla GLXHatch
•1.8L Petrol, Auto, Alloys
•Camera, Bluetooth
•5-Star Safety, only 47,700km
$
23,995
2016 Corolla GX Sedan
•1.8L PetrolAuto, Bluetooth
•ReverseCamera&Sensors
•60,000kms
$
19,995
2019 CorollaGXHatch
•2.0L PetrolAuto, 5-Star Safety
•Satnav,Alloys
•25,250kms
$
26,995
2019 CorollaGXHatch
•2.0L PetrolAuto
•Satnav ,Radar Cruise
•Only 16,500km
$
36,995 27,995
2011 Toyota Avensis Wagon
•2.0L PetrolAuto,
•Alloys, Camera
•Bluetooth, Keyless
$
14,995
2019 CorollaGXHatch
•2.0L Petrol, Auto
•Camera, Bluetooth
•5-Star Safety,only 25,300km
$
26,995
2014 CamryGLSedan
•2.5LPetrolAuto
•Cruise Control, Bluetooth
•7Airbags
$
12,995
2011 Toyota Wish Z
•1.8L PetrolAuto, 6-Seater
•Sunroof,Alloys, Camera
•82,300kms
WAS$15,995
NOW $ 14,995
2012CamryGLSedan
•2.5LPetrolAuto
•CD&USB Connectivity
•Bluetooth
$
13,995
2009 Toyota Wish Z
•2.0L PetrolAuto, 6-seater
•Alloys, Keyless
•88,500km
WAS$14,995
NOW $ 13,995
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer VRX
•2.4LPetrolAuto
•Alloys, Leather
•80,750kms
WAS$12,995
NOW $ 11,995
2016 HiluxSR5 4x4
•2.8L Turbo Diesel Auto
•Sat Nav
•Cruise Control
WAS$46,995
NOW $ 45,995
2019 LandCruiser Prado VX
•2.8L Turbo Diesel, Facelift
• Leather, Safety Sense
•Only31,300kms
$
82,995
2019 Nissan Navara ST
Double Cab
•2.3LTurbo Diesel 6-Speed
•Manual, Camera $
• Satnav 45,800kms 45,995
2016 Holden Trailblazer
Colorado 7
•2.8L Turbo Diesel 4WD
•Leather,7-seater
•63,800km
$
44,995
2019 Ford Ranger Wildtrak
•3.2LTurboDiesel4X4,Alloys
•Satnav,Camera
• Only 39,150kms ,
$
62,995
2013Toyota AlphardSC
•2.4LPetrolAuto, 7-Seater
•DualElectricDoors
•25,250kms
WAS$36,995
NOW $ 34,995
2016 Hilux SR5 Limited 2WD
•2.8L Turbo Diesel, Leather
•18”Alloys
•SportsBar &Tonneau.
$
42,995
2018NissanNavaraRX4x4
•2.3LTurbo Diesel Manual
•Alloys, Bluetooth
•Only 58,100kms
$
41,995
2018 HiluxSR5 Cruiser
•2.7LTurboDiesel, leather
•18” alloys,Tonneau
•Only 37,250km
$
60,995
2018 HiluxSExtra Cab
•2.8L Turbo Diesel Manual
•2WD,Camera
•Only 50,100kms
$
34,995
Percival Street,Rangiora • Ph (03) 313-8186any time • www.rangiora.toyota.co.nz
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