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High kicking Tayla UK bound
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Rakaia­basedkarate kid Tayla Davidson
has beenselected to representNew
Zealand at the10th Commonwealth
KarateChampionships in Birmingham,
UK, in September.
After takingpartintrainingcamps
Tayla wasselected to competeinboth
Kataand Kumite disciplinesatthe
competition.
In Kataparticipantsare judged on
seven technical points includingstance,
technique, focusand transitional
movements.
Kumiteiswhentwo competitorsface
off performing defensiveand offensive
techniques.
Tayla whois15yearsold said it was
prettycool ‘‘I didn't expecttoget
selected for it.’’
Tayla’stalent as asportsperson was
recognised recently whenshe wonthe
OutstandingJunior Sportsperson
RakaiaSports Award at thestartofJuly.
Lastmonthshe wongoldmedals for
bothKataand Kumite at the South
Island school's karatecompetition.
Proud dadGreg said although the call
up for the Commonwealth Karate
Champs was exciting, theannouncement
was short notice andnow they neededto
fundraisetohelp get Tayla overtothe
UK in just overamonth.
To raisemoney they heldasausage
sizzleatMitre 10 lastweekendand plan
to holdaquiz night with thehelp of
Hampstead Softball Club.
Gregsaidtheyneeded to raise
seven to eight thousand
dollars in under sixweeks.
Due to the lackoffunds,
Gregcan’t affordtogoover to
the UK to watch hisdaughter
compete.
Tayla is ablack beltin
karateand is the onlyKiwi
competinginBirmingham in
the under 54kgweight
division.
She trainstwiceaweek at
her Christchurchclub
KofukanKarate.
Tayla started karatewhen
she wassix yearsold,Greg said they
losttheir houseinthe earthquakes
so moved outtoRedwood.
‘‘Taylawasn'tsleepingwell
becauseofthe quakes, and shejust
poppedupone night andsaid ‘I
wanttolearn karate’ andIthought
ok thisisgreat, so Igoogleditand
Redwood School had karate
classes, and we’ve never
lookedback since then.’’
Tayla likes the athletic
and fitness sideofkarate,
‘‘I enjoy gettingtomeet
new people,make new
friendsand travel,’’ she
said.
The longtermgoal
for Taylaisto
represent New
Zealandatthe
Olympics, and
when she
returns
fromthe UK she will be
focusing on selection for the
JuniorWorld Championships
to be heldwithin the nexttwo
years.
The 10th Commonwealth
Karate Championships
is on September 7­8,
amonth after the
Birmingham
2022
Commonwealth
games finish.
.
Support Tayla
If you would like to donate to
help get Tayla over to the UK
contact, Greg; 027 253 9302, or
visit Tayla’s Facebook page;
facebook.com/taytaydavidson
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The Ashburton District Council are
workingtoimprove facilities
available to dogowners within the
district.
Thereare dogparkdevelopments
and changestodog registration tags
in theworksincludingplansfor the
implementationof lifelong
registrationtags.
Ashburton District Council
strategyand compliancegroup
manager JaneDonaldsonsaid ‘‘We
haveplanned thisfor next yearbut
willbedoing more researchbefore
committingtoany particular
product.’’
ChristchurchCity Council was
one of thefirst councils in New
Zealandtochange to metal‘lifelong’
registrationtags,introducing them
in 2021. Following suit, Selwyn
DistrictCouncilintroduced ‘One
Tags’ this July, claimingthe useof
lifelongmetal discswill save them
roughly $50,000overten years.
In addition to reducingcosts, the
lifelongtags reduce plasticwaste
and areeasier for dog ownersto
attach anddetach from collars.
Ongoingdevelopments to the
AshburtonDog Park, accessed from
State Highway 1and William Street,
saw the facilityclosedlastweek
while anew boundary fence was
being erected.
Ms Donaldsonsaidthe
improvementsare continuing
following last year’s flooding and
withthe development of Kmart and
Cass Streetsouth.
Anew carpark, walkway,and dog
parkentrancewill be accessible
pending thereopening of Cass
Street.
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ARDESIACENERE
TheAshburtondog park wasclosedlast week as fencingwork was
completed.
Thenew car parkand entrance
was expected to be accessible in
February thisyear, but continuing
workonCass Streethas delayed
this.
Thecar park at theend of William
Street willstill exist, but the Cass
Street car park willenableowners
to access both areas of the dog park,
conveniencing those usingthe new
‘small dogs’ area. Ms Donaldson
said the oldwater trough once a
popular attractionfor hot and
playful dogs‘‘has beenreplaced
withadrinking fountain, which
peopleand dogs can bothuse.’’
‘‘Thishas beenplaced at thenew
entrancetothedog park, at the end
of CassStreet nearthe new Kmart
development,’’MsDonaldsonsaid.
By thebanksofthe Ashburton
An exquisite choice
The Ashburton SocietyofArt’sPeople’s
Choice winner hasbeenannounced at
the ASA’s58th AnnualExhibition which
ends this week.
‘Splendid Peonies',byChristchurch
artistGalina Kim,was by farthe most
popularchoice,ASA president Kay
Beggsaid.
The floral piececombines colour
with textureinastyle thatmimics the
bleeding beautyofwatercolour,but
actuallyhighlights the true diversity of
acrylicpaint. Vibrantlayers offer a
semi­translucentappearance, adding
depth and delicacytothe painting.
Galina’s skilful useofacrylic is
demonstrated through acollectionof
works that represent landscapes, flora
and faunafound across the globe,
includingNew Zealand.
Herability to layersubjects,colours,
andlightcreates artworkthat dances
between abstract,cubist, and
expressionist styles.
‘‘I spentyears exploringthis
medium, experimenting with different
techniques, processes, products and
tools,’’ shewrote in apersonal account
of hercreative journey. ‘‘no­one
showed me the ropes,no­one showed
me any shortcuts; everything Ilearned
aboutworking with acrylics, mixed
mediaand palette knives, Idiscovered
on my own.’’
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River,the dog parksuffered
extensive flood damagelastyear,
with fenceswashedout and grassy
fields turning to amuddymess.
Repairssaw thefacility
redesigned, the areaextendedand
newfencing installed.
The parknow boaststwo large
securely­fenced areas,one for small
dogs andone for ‘allsizes’. with a
newentranceinthe middle.
The parkisone of two areas
permitted fordog use in Ashburton,
however,MsDonaldson stated the
‘‘areaatthe endofRange Street is
notanofficial dog exercise area.
Dog ownersare welcometouse
theold landfillarea there to run
theirdogs off the leash, butitis not
maintained for thatpurposeand
accessissometimesrestricted.’’
Galina Kim’s ‘Splendid Peonies’
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Ashburton Courier, July 28, 2022
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Emergency operations centre is ready
Mid Canterbury was again
watching rising riverlevels this
weekasanotherrain bombhit
Canterbury.
Environment Canterbury
issued ahigh flowalert to the
Ashburton River catchment
late Mondaynight after the
MetService issued aheavy rain
warninginplace for
Canterbury, south of the Rakaia
River.
There was 100­130mm of rain
forecast in the foothills, with
50mm to 80mmonthe plains.
TheAshburton River South
Branch,North Branch, Taylors
Stream andBoyers Stream
wereexpected to havesimilar
flowstolastweekand overflows
likely.
TheEmergency Operations
Centrewas not activated,but
were at theready.
Whenaweatherbombdrops
and Civil Defence activatesits
emergencyoperations centre,
officials kickinto gear to deal
with the response, recovery
and, much later, resilientsides
of the event.
Ashburton District Council’s
Civil Defence teams were well
prepared forweather events,
havinggained valuable
experience duringthe 1­in­200
year rain event in May last year.
Three teams last weekwere
rostered on in eight­hour shifts
aroundthe clock, with people
responsible for operations,
information, logistics and
welfare.
They connectwith council
Mayor Neil Brown, in high­vis, talks to staff in the emergency operations centre.
staff keeping aclose eye on
roads, drinking water and
wastewater,and any other core
serviceatrisk.
The emergency operations
centre alsoincludes
representatives from Fireand
Emergency NZ (FENZ),
Environment Canterbury and
sometimesthe likesofpolice,
St John, Mid Canterbury Rural
Support and Federated
Farmers, dependingonthe
event or emergencyunder way.
Councilchief executive
Hamish Riachsaidthe first
response stageprovidedhelp
to those whoneededitand
information,which was
crucial to help the district’s
different communities
prepare and act.
“In(last) week’s rainevent,
we were abletouse alot of
information gainedinthe 2021
floodingand see the
properties that would be
affectedifflood watersbroke
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outofany of our rivers.
“We were worriedthat new
floodprotection work done
after the lastfloodwas
vulnerable toerosion. Luckily,
thisevent wasnot as severe as
in 2021, thoughsomeproperty
owners along the riverhave
been affectedagain.
“Predictably, there were
alsowider concerns aboutthe
safety of theStateHighway1
Ashburton River bridge, which
heldupwell.”
Waka Kotahi­NZTAhave
cleared debris around the rail
bridgeand SH1bridge in
preparation of this week’s
adverse weather.
Information is gathered
from many sources,including
governmentagenciesand
otherlocal authorities.
Quitealot of information is
also gathered fromsocial
media, especially when
people are reportinghazards
and their locations; this also
helps Civil Defence send
specific messages andreach
outtodifferent communities.
Recovery is the next stageof
theCivilDefence response
andthatisabout restoring
services,likeroads,and
supporting propertyowners to
access help to dothe sameon
their land.
The resilience side of the
eventismorelong­term and
looks at what canbedone in
thefuture to helpthe district
andits people cope better.
Much of thisisabout
reviewingwhathappened and
planning ahead forthe next
time as wellascouncil’s
roadingteamout making full
assessment of roadsinneedof
repairs.
Council's live mapofroad
closures,available through its
website, is avaluableresource
at anytime.
Anyissuescan be reported
to council by phone307 7700,
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Operation Kirsty, $100,000 reward offer
Police have announced a
$100,000 rewardfor
information aboutthe historic ­
and unsolved­murder of
Ashburtonteen Kirsty Bentley.
Kirsty was last seen walking
herdog on theafternoonof
December31, 1998.
The BentleyslivedatSouth
Street.
Herdog wasfoundtied to a
tree along the AshburtonRiver
track the following morning ­
an area Kirsty was known to
regularlywalk.
Her body was found 55km
away in the RakaiaGorgemore
than twoweeks later.
Detective InspectorGreg
Murtonsaid ‘‘Police havegone
to great lengthstoexploreall
possiblescenarios and
investigate leads and, even
aftermore than20years,we
remaincommitted to holding
the offenderoroffenders to
account.’’
Cases suchasthiswill be
periodically reviewed to
Kirsty Bentley with her dog Abby.
ensure Police remain opento
all possibilities.
The mostrecent review,
completed by Detective
Inspector Murton,considers
theprofile of an offender or
offenders, including the
possibility theymay havebeen
acannabis user.
“Ourultimate goal is to
provide answers and asenseof
closure forKirsty’s family,’’he
said.
“We’re offering up to
$100,000for material
information or evidence
leadingtothe identification
andconviction of the person or
people responsible forher
death.
“Someone out there knows
the truth.
‘‘Weurgethem to do theright
thing andfinally comeforward
—ifnot forthemselves,then
for Kirstyand all those who
loved her.”
Police havearesponsibility
to explore all optionsand
avenues to resolve acrimeand
sayareward maybeoffered in
certain situationstoencourage
the public to supplymaterial
information leadingtothe
convictionofanoffenderor
offenders.
“The reward announced
demonstrates that,after more
than 20 years, Policeremain
committed to finding out what
happenedtoKirsty. What
mattersmostisfinding
answers forthose wholoved
her,”Detective Inspector
Murton said.
Immunity fromprosecution
maybeconsideredfor any
accomplice, notbeingthe main
offender.
Theoffer willremain in
placefor six months.
TheCommissioner of Police
will determine theamount of
thereward andwill,if
necessary, apportion payment
where there is more than one
claimant.
Anyonewithinformation is
asked tocontactPolicevia 105
andreference Operation
Kirsty.
Alternatively, you can call
Crime Stoppersanonymously
on 0800555 111.
Wherethe Crawdads Sing
ReviewedbyRowenaHart
The setting is the beautiful marshland of North
Carolina, aplace “where the crawdads sing”; crawdads
being crayfish thatapparently sing doing their crayfish
thing when no human beings arearound.
We meet seven-yea-old Kya living in abroken down
shack with her family on the edge of the marshland.
Thefather is aviolentabuser and one by one the family
run away and leave Kyaonher own.
Luckily she knows howtodrive the boat and manages
to find food but not enough to sustain her. She is
treatedpoorlybyall the locals.The only people thatare
kind and help her survive are the two folks at the local
store.
Her two love interests both let her down badly and
when one dies she is accused of murder. Sothe movie
moves into acourtroom drama. It is amesmerising
story, totally absorbing. Iwent with the library book
group friends and the folks Italked to lovedit.
We couldn’t agreeonthe ending ...willall have to read
the book again and further our discussion.
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Murder, adecades long mystery
December 31, 1998, had been abalmy
day in Ashburton.
Kirsty Bentley —awell­rounded,
sensible, giggly girl who loved drama
studies, poetry, choir singing, the
Backstreet Boys, her boyfriend and
friends —had been lounging in the
library.
She then did some shopping with
best friend Lee­Anne Jellyman,
grabbing lunch at McDonald’s, and
popping in to see afriend at the
dairy.
She would never know it, but she’d
done better than she expected in her
fifth­form exams and was loving what
was turning out to be along, hot
summer.
Apool party was being planned for
her 16th birthday on January 18.
She was bursting with excitement
at the prospect of boyfriend Graeme
Offord coming for dinner that night,
with plans for him to stay over.
About 2.30pm, she arrived back at
the family’s South Street home
before taking her black labradorcross
Abby for astroll.
Her parents, Jill and Sid, were not
home and brother John, then 19, was
listening to music in his bedroom.
The Bentleys’ modest red brick
home was just two doors down from
the broad Chalmers Ave, where the
teen turned left with Abby in tow and
wandered just afew hundred metres
down the road that runs into a
deadend for motorists, and into the
riverbank. She never returned.
Later that evening, the Bentleys,
along with friends and police staff,
searched the neighbourhood,
building yards, the northern
riverbank and its paths.
As darkness fell, so did the mood.
Kirsty had left home only wearing
light clothes —ablack tank top with
awhite butterfly­patterned blue
sarong and black Colorado shoes
with white soles. She was nowhere to
be found.
At 8am the next morning, an
official search and rescue operation
was launched.
They scoured the Ashburton
riverbank and after just two hours,
heard barking. Adehydrated Abby
was found tied to atree by alead in
an area of dense bush just off one of
the walking tracks favoured by
Kirsty.
Later that morning, they came
across two items of clothing —
underwear and boxer shorts —on
top of blackberry bushes, which was
identified as belonging to the
missing teen.
Over the next fortnight as the hunt
for Kirsty widened across Ashburton
and the wider Canterbury district,
rumours began swirling and fingers
began to point. Hundreds of local
men were spoken to by police.
On January 17, 1999 —18days after
Kirsty disappeared, and with news
coverage diminishing with every
passing day —her body was found.
Two men searching for an illegal
cannabis plot in the Camp Gully area
of Rakaia Gorge —some 55kms by
road inland from Ashburton —
stumbled across abadly
decomposing body partially covered
with sticks and scrub at the bottom of
asteep embankment.
Placed in the foetal position, she
was fully clothed in what she’d left
home in but was missing the
underwear found by Ashburton
River.
Apost­mortem conducted two days
later by forensic pathologist Dr
Martin Sage concluded, given there
was undigested food in her stomach
—and it was known she’d eaten
French fries with Lee­Anne at
around noon on the day she
disappeared —itwas ‘‘most likely’’
she died that same day.
In 2016 acoroner ruled that Kirsty
died from amassive blow to her head
on the day she went missing.
The finding came 18 years after
she died.
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Youth, are you ready to rise up?
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TheYMCAare launchingtheir latest
initiative, Raise Up, in Ashburton.
Aimed at equippingtheyounger
generation with the skills they need to step
into adulthood and into organisational or
leadership roles, theRaise Up initiative is
adevelopmental programmeavailable for
youth aged between 13 and18.
YMCA South and Mid Canterburyyouth
development facilitator Shane Jones says
the programme willbe‘‘run by youth, for
youth.’’
Advertised as an opportunity to build
community connectionsand make an
impact, theYMCA are looking for15to20
teenagers interestedindeveloping their
leadership skills andrepresenting youth
within their district.
With the support of other Raise Up crew
members,they will be provided skills and
resourcestoplan andfacilitate
outreaches, events, andworkshops.
Shane likens the programmetothe Duke
of Edinburghawards, where Raise Up
crew obtainYouth Service Endorsements.
‘‘It can be something they can put in
their CV,onscholarship applications.’’
There are bronze, silver, and gold
service endorsementswhichgive
appropriate recognitiontoRaise Up
membersfor the amount of timeand
energycommitted to the programme.
Theprogramme encourages youth to
consider whatthey feel is important for
younger generations within their
community,and brainstorm,plan, and
action events that will help meet these
needs.
‘Youth voice matters’: YMCA Raise Up crew members gather.
Those who apply canexpect to volunteer
two hoursoftheir timeeach weekto
meeting with other crew members and
planningtheir events.
‘‘Some of them have done colourruns,
pool parties and touch tournaments or
sportstournaments,’’Shane said.
‘‘They basically just get in behind and
develop it and make it their own.’’
The YMCA say that, while it is beneficial
for all participants no matterthe age
group, younger teensinparticularwillfeel
the full advantages of the programme as
they can continuetheir involvement right
throughuntil they’re 18.
Youth interested in applyingcan visit
the Raise Up website (raiseup.co.nz) to
submit their application, or they can
contact Shane,emailing him at
shane@ymcasc.org.nz
The first Raise Up crewmeeting will be
held at the YMCA facility on Tancred
Street on August3, from 4pm to 6pm.
Rural GP recognised with medal
Long­serving MidCanterburygeneral
practitionerDrGayle O’Duffy, hasbeen
awardedaCommunityService Medal by
TheRoyal New Zealand College of
GeneralPractitionersfor herdedicated
service tothe Methven community.
TheCommunity Service Medal
recognises memberswho have made an
outstanding contribution to general
practice throughworkintheir own
communities.
DrO’Duffy, originally from
Queensland, Australia,has beenarural
generalpractitioner in Methven for39
years.
Over the course of her career, Dr
O’Duffy and the team havedeveloped the
practice to meet the changingneeds of
the community.
College president Dr SamanthaMurton
says, “Ourrural generalpractitioners
are suchanimportant part of our
workforce. Theskillsand knowledgeof
thisgroup are often verydifferent to
those of aGP whoisworking in a
metropolitan or urbanenvironment.
“Long­servingGPs such as Dr O’Duffy
are crucial to theircommunitiesasthey
build trustedrelationshipswith the
whole whānau. In ourcountry’s more
isolatedregions, GPs
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Dr O’Duffy hasbeen ateacherfor those
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strong todayfor rural GPs.
Outside of theconsultationroom, Dr
O’Duffy haspreviously held long­serving
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Left: Rural general practitioner Dr Gayle
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BIRTHDAY WISHES
Ashburtoncentenarian DorisWakelin
celebrated her 105th birthday at the
weekend. Doris still lives in her own
house and celebrated with extended
family during apot lucklunchat the
AshburtonRSA. It included family
from the NorthIsland. Doris, whoisa
believer peopleare never too old to
learn, was born on July 24,1917 at
her family home in Hampstead, She
was the eldest daughterofsix
children.. Doris now has scores of
grandchildren, great grandchildren
and great, great grandchildren and
lives life surrounded by family and
friends, focusing on the good side of
life -and the future.
CARAVANBLAZE
Fire investigators are investigating
the cause of acaravan fire in which a
dog has died at the Ashburton
Holiday Park and Lodge, in Tinwald.
Fire crews werecalled to the fire on
Tuesday at 9.53am. It was well alight
when they arrived. Two fire
appliances and awater tank
attended. The owners of the caravan
were not home at the time. Two other
caravans nearbyand aute were also
damaged.
RUGBYFINALS
It’s finals rugby time in Ashburton.
Methven willplay Southern in the
Luisetti Seeds Watters Cup finalon
Saturday at Ashburton Showgrounds
oval. Kick off is 2.15pm. In the curtain
raiser the Senior Bfinals second
grade cup will be battled out between
Methven and Hampstead, starting at
12.30pm.Inthe Under 21 Colts
(Section A) MCRU Cup final, Celtic
and Tinwald go head to head on field
two at 12.15pm and the Under16s
(11.15am), Under 14.5s (12.45pm)
and Under 13s(11am)finals will also
be played.
OUT AND ABOUT
AUGUST 5
Ashburton Astronomy Group
observatory for space viewing will
be open at 7.30pm. Behind
Menorlue on WalnutAvenue.
AUGUST 6­7
Methven CraftFair,fundraiser for
Methven Playcentre, craft clothing
and more,atMtHutt Memorial Hall
from 10am to 4pm.
AUGUST 7
Terrace StationCharitable Trust’s
spring gardenopenday at Terrace
Station, Hororatafrom 11amto
3pm.$10 entry fee, no eftpos.
Two1bedroom apartments
now available
These apartments won’t last long.
Each serviced apartment has open plan living/kitchenette, ensuite bathroom,
laundry facilities and of course anurse call system for peace of mind.
One apartment also offers north facing scenic views.
FOR ATOUR OF OUR VILLAGE
contact our Facility Manager Donna Coxshall 03 307 6140
–Love where you live –
37 CARTERS TERRACE, TINWALD, ASHBURTON 7700
WWW.TERRACEVIEW.CO.NZ
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Family Notices
Deaths Deaths Deaths Deaths Deaths
CULLIMORE, Samuel James
(Sam) – On July 25, 2022,
peacefully at Rosebank
Lifecare, Ashburton in his
97th year. Dearly loved
husband and soul mate of
the late Janet. Much loved
son of the late Samuel and
Thirza. Loved brother and
brother in law and loved
uncle of all his nieces and
nephews. Together again.
Many thanks tothe staff at
Rosebank Lifecare for their
loving care ofSam. Messages
to the Cullimore Family, c/-
PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740.
Aservice to celebrate Sam’s
Lifewill be held in our chapel,
corner East and Cox Streets,
Ashburton today, Thursday
July 28, commencing
at 2.00pm. Followed by
cremation at the Ashburton
Crematorium.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
DONALDSON, Ronald
Thomas (Ron), on July
25, 2022. Suddenly, but
peacefully at home,
Ashburton, in his 81st year.
Dearly loved husband of
Diane. Much loved father
and father in law ofGreg and
Kaye, Carolyn and Andrew
Ralston, Susan and Kim
Goodfellow, Jeffrey and Sue,
and Callum and Karen. Loved
Grandad of Michael, Blake,
and Lane; Jena, and Lauren;
Tom, and Noah, and great-
Grandad of Brody. Messages
to the Donaldson family PO
Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A
service for Ron will be held
at the Hotel Ashburton,
Racecourse Road, onMonday
August 1st, commencing at
1.30pm, followed byprivate
cremation at the Ashburton
Crematorium.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
FAGAN, Taz, died peacefully
at home surrounded byher
loving family on July 20,
2022, having made it to 65
years.
Loving wife ofMark,
adored Mum of Nicola and
Tracey Fagan, and Samantha
and Sam O’Brien. Beautiful
Nana of Bill’e, Leah, Jethro,
Frankie, and Blake .Will be
sadly missed by her family
and friends. Messages
to 25 Alford Forest Road,
Ashburton 7700. Mark and
family would like to thank
all those who cared for Taz.
At Taz’s request a private
cremation has been held.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
FOWKE, Claire Margaret,
passed away 21 July 2022.
Aged 96. Dearly loved wife
of the late Colin. Much loved
mother and mother-in-law of
Neil and Barbara (Hamilton)
and Alison and Rodney
McDowell. Loved nana
and great nana of Wayne,
Carly and Quinn; Julia, Jeff,
Ivy and Milla (Perth); Livia,
Baxter and Lucy; Steven,
Sara and Amelia (Auckland);
David (Dargaville); Michael
(Auckland) and Andrew
(London).Messages to the
Fowke family, PO Box 472
Ashburton 7740. Aservice to
celebrateClaire’slifehas been
held.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
FOWKE, Claire Margaret:
Much loved sister and
sister-in-law of Gertie and
Mick O’Reilly, Jim and
Phyllis Nordqvist, Winnie
and Gordon Middleton
and Clarence Middleton,
(all deceased). Much loved
sister of Molly Middleton
(Christchurch) and Murray
and Barbara Nordqvist.
Lovedsister-in-lawofthe late
Muriel Fowke. Much loved
aunt of all her nieces and
nephews.
Complete
Local Care
Since 1982
GEERING Geoffrey John
(Geoff), QSO On July 23,
2022 at Radius Millstream,
Ashburton. In his 90th year.
Dearly loved husband of
the late Agnes. Loved and
respected father and father
in law ofSusan and the late
Geoff Maddison, Philippa and
Bob MacGregor, and Joanne
Geering. Treasured grandad
of Tim and Maureen, Rob,
Jeremy and Jess, Becky and
Jake; and Amy and loved
great grandad of all his great
grandchildren. Sadly missed.
Messages to 19 Charlesworth
Drive, Ashburton 7700. A
service for Geoff has been
held.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
IRVINE, Bob (Robert
Douglas), on July 24,
2022, peacefully at Terrace
View Retirement Village,
Ashburton, aged 90 years.
Much loved husband of the
late Colleen. Loved father
and father-in-law ofRoss and
Penny, Barry and Jennifer,
and Murray and Kyle. Loving
Grandad of Alana, Tom,
Darren, Nicole, Emily, and
Maisie, and great-Grandad to
Chloe, and Emma. Messages
to the Irvine family POBox
472, Ashburton7740. At Bob’s
request a private cremation
has been held.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
Family
Notices
Enquiries phoneMary,
JannorKarenon
308 7664
orcall into
199BurnettStreet.
KELLY, Susan Margaret:
Unexpectedly at home on July
21, 2022 aged 49 years. Much
lovedpartner and soul mate of
Stephen Foster and cherished
mother and best friend of
Eden and partner Josh Keen.
Dearly loved daughter of
Shirley and John, adored sister
of Michael, Joanne, Sandy,
Diane, and Nikki, and amuch
lovedAunty.
Messages to: The Kelly family,
c/- PO Box 6035, Ashburton
7742
Waiho itetoipoto, kaua ite
toiroa.
Leave us be close together,
not wide apart.
A memorial service to
celebrate Susan’s life will be
held at Hilton View, 1090
Earl Road, Hilton, Geraldine
today, Thursday, July 28
commencing at 1.00pm.
0800 2MEMORY
027 637 1229
POWELL, Violet Ethel
(Ethel), on July 20, 2022,
peacefully at Ashburton
Hospital,aged 94 years. Much
loved wife of the late Jim
Powell. Cherished Mum and
grandmother of Neville, Ray,
Jenny, K-M, and Scarlett, as
well as stand-in Mumtomany
others.“Along life, well lived”.
Messages to the Powell family
P O Box 472, Ashburton. A
servicetocelebrateEthel’slife
has beenheld.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
SMITH, Ross Granville, on
July 25, 2022, peacefully at
Terrace View Retirement
Village, Ashburton, aged 89
years. Dearly loved husband
of the late Jan. Much loved
father and father in law of
Grant, the late Mike and
Charmaine, and Corrine.
Loved Grandad of Dylan.
Messages to P O Box 358,
Ashburton 7740.
WELLMAN, John Richard:
The family of John announce
with sadness his passing on
July 19, 2022 at Ashburton.
Dearly loved husband of
Heather for 62years. Father
of Tracy, and Richard, father
in law ofDarryl, and Jodie.
Poppa of Miranda, and Henry.
Messages to the Wellman
family POBox 472, Ashburton
7740. We will farewell him in
aprivate service.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
A service
for Ross will be held in our
chapel, corner East and
Cox Streets, Ashburton
on Monday August 1st,
commencing at 2.30pm,
followed bycremation at the
AshburtonCrematorium.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
WADDELL, Alister William:
On July 21, 2022, peacefully
at Ashburton Hospital, two
weeks short of his 90th
birthday.
Dearly loved husband of the
late Pam, and loved father
and father in lawof
Stuart and the late Philippa,
Greg and Jenny, Warwick,
Rodney and Myra, Jane and
Royce Worsfold, Justin and
Sonia.
Loved grandad and
great grandad of all his
grandchildren and great
grandchildren.
Special friend of Joy.
Messages to the Waddell
Family c/- PO Box 472,
Ashburton 7740. A private
family service for Alister is to
be held.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
Acknowledgement
ELMS, John David:
20/09/1947 -02/06/2022:
Dianne, Craig, Mark and
families would like to
sincerely thank everyone
for their help, support and
expressions of sympathy
following the unexpected
passing of John. This was all
hugely appreciated by the
family, and of great comfort.
Please accept this as a
personal acknowledgement
from us to you.
John was a cherished
husband,father,father-in-law,
grandfather and loved friend,
and mate to many. John will
be greatly missed by all.
Aspecial thanks to the staff
of Ashburton Hospital for the
care and compassion shown
to John and family.
Memorial Service
BEATTY, Ayleen Dawn: A
Memorial Service for Ayleen
Beatty who passed away
August 18th 2021, will be held
on Saturday 30th July 11am,
at the Doris Linton Lounge,
RSA. Supper Provided.
Ayleen’s family would like to
invite you to come and help
us to remember and celebrate
the lifeofAyleen.
We’d love everyone who was
part ofMum’s life, especially
her family, friends and
members of the organisations
she belonged to,tocome and
join us to celebrate Ayleen’s
life.
In Memoriam
ORSBORN, Noel Raymond
31.7.20
Remembering youiseasy,we
do it everyday.
Missing youisheartache that
never goes away.
We were blessed to know you
and will treasurethe time we
had together.
It’s been twoyears nowand
youwill be in our hearts
forever.
Weller,Ellison &Maisey
families
Family Notices
Birth, engagement, anniversary, death,
acknowledgement, and in memoriam notices
will be charged $18 foramaximum of 35
words, thereafteronaper-line basis of $2.50
for5words.
Deadline forthesenotices 10am Wednesday
prior to Thursdaypublication date.
NEWS
10 Ashburton Courier, July 28, 2022
Welcome
spring
in the
woodlands
Views of Terrace Station as winter eases
into spring.
TheTerrace Station Charitable Trustare
excitedtopresentSnowdropSunday, the
TerraceStation’s heritage garden spring
open day on Sunday August 7.
The Victorianhomesteadstands among
an idyllic woodlandsetting anddates from
the1860’s,surroundedbylushgardens
full of colourfulflorals andperennials.
TheSundaycelebration is aptly
dedicated to theabundance of snowdrops
that will be one of the first floral features
to bloom, bringingnew lifetothe gardens.
Primroses will flourishinSeptember,
andOctober and November visitors will
be greeted with ariotofcolour as
daffodils, bluebells,aquilegias, foxgloves
andtrilliumsbloom, demonstratingthe
beautifulevolution of spring.
The renovated summer house, the
Hutch, displayshistoricgardenand farm
tools, and some 19thcentury domestic
items whichare acause of spiriteddebate
as to their original use.
This will be TerraceStation’s first
spring open daysince 2019 due to Covid­19
restrictions andpoorweather conditions.
In additiontothe floralfeatures, a
variety of long­standingtrees surround
thegarden, underplanted withwoodland
bulbs.
Walk beneath ancient oaks and
sequoias, andrelaxunderthe ever­bright
foliage of acer maples and lindenlimes.
Picnics are encouraged eitheronthe
lawns or around the brazier, whichwillbe
lit in theevent of cool temperatures.
A$10 entryfree will go to the Terrace
Station Charitable Trust. Cash onlyas
therewillbenoeftpos available.
Childrenmay enter free, andcan be
givenaprinted scavenger hunt foritems
aroundthe gardenand woodlands.
The property is open forgroup visitson
other days by prior appointment.
The Terrace Station Charitable Trust
was established in 2002 to preserve and
maintain the homesteadandassociated
farm buildings forthe benefitofthe
public.
Sir John Hall,anearly owner of the
station, is rememberedfor hisroleas
parliamentary advocate for theVotesfor
Womencampaign, andone of his
descendants, Kate Foster,still livesonthe
property today.
The TerraceStation Charitable Trust
asks that masks be wornatthe entry table
andplantstall, and to pleaseleave dogs at
home.
Event andweather updates willbe
displayed on theTerrace Station’s
Facebookpage.
For further information visit www.
terracestation.org.nz

www.ashburtoncourier.co.nz
NEWS
Ashburton Courier, July 28, 2022
11
Women’s only gym goes up for sale
DANIEL.TOBIN
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz
CurvesGym hasbeen helping
women of Ashburton keepfit
for almost twodecadesand
owner VivWilliams is ready to
passthe batonontoanew
owner.
Vivmoved to Ashburton 16
years agoafter working as a
teacherinHawke’sBay and
identified agap in the market
for an all womengym in
Ashburton.
‘‘I attended aCurves Gym
and thought I’ll open oneof
those in Ashburton,’’ Vivsaid.
‘‘I knew nothing about
runningagym, but becauseit’s
afranchise you’ve gotthe
support,soitwas ideal.
‘‘The community were really
supportive itwas agreattime.’’
Viv said thereare avariety of
reasons somewomen arenot
comfortable going to aco­ed
gym.
‘‘A lotofitisabout
confidence,alot is about
working out in adifferent way
thanmen do, so having a
designatedspace is great.’’
Vivsaidthe business brought
her alot of satisfaction overthe
years helpingwomenwith
their fitnesstransformation.
‘‘It’s hugely satisfying, really
positive withacohort of
women my age when Istarted,
and now theyoungerwomen
coming in who arenot ready
for bigbarn gyms, they come
hereand get averygood
Curves Gym owner Viv Williams is selling up after 16 years.
strength training circuit, and
watching the longterm change
is exciting.
‘‘Sometimes when theyare
frustratedwith their
appearance or weightwelook
backthrough sixteen years of
records andeverything about
them is healthier,their weight,
theirstrength,their blood
pressure.
Viv alsoobserves theshortterm
benefits of going to the
gym.
‘‘Watchingthemcomein
afterworkand their chins are
down andthey are abit glum,
within 15 minutes theyare
different women.’’
Viv saiditisimportant for
womentogotothe gym for
muscle strength.
‘‘Women losesuch alot of
muscle mass post menopause
andiftheydon't do something
to develop and maintain that
muscle they areinstrife, not
only forstrength but for
osteoporosis, it’s very
important.’’
Thebusiness will be sold as a
going concern with Viv helping
the new owners settlein.
‘‘It’sataninterestingstage,
we’re working past covid,it
hasn't been easy thepast few
years because of covid, nowis
thetime for rebuilding,’’Viv
said.
‘‘I’m looking to pass thison
as an operating business, I
don't want it to close.
‘‘I'vegot amazing members,
forty percenthave beenhere
formorethan10years, I’vegot
womenwho joinedthe first
week whoare still members.’’
Vivsaid althoughCurves is a
franchise there is thepotential
to buyitindependently,
rebrand and develop without
franchise restrictions, butit
wouldbeimportant to keep it
as awomen's gym.
‘‘It wouldbeabsolutely vital,
we havethatniche,the only
oneinAshburton.’’
Vivhas plentyofplans for
herretirement,including
sport,spendingtimewith
grandchildren ‘‘andIwantto
learnMahjong. I'vealso been
encouraged to put myname
down forCitizens Advice
Bureau, there is plenty todo.’’
Ifyou are interested in
learningmore,contactViv on
021165 3677.
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2491186

Ashburton College
Individual Excellence in aSupportive Learning Environment
News
Issue 23
28 July 2022
Message From ThePrincipal
WinterTemperatures
It was certainly winter over the break; with rain,
wind and flooding supporting some decidedly
chillytemperatures.
However, we have something tolook forward to
with early blossom and daffodils giving us all hope.
Please spareakind thoughtfor our council workers,
farmers and everyone else who has to brave the
winter elements, and to those adversely affected
by theweather impacts.
College OpenEvening
This evening is our school’s Open Evening for all parents and whānau
who areconsidering enrolling their childrenfor next year.
There are always healthy numbers atthese events, with our school on
display and guided tours available. To caterfor demand we schedule two
welcomes (at5:30pm and 6:15pm) in the Auditorium, and also have two
rotations of tour guides available, followingthe welcome sessions.
We encourage attendeestotake theopportunitytoengage our students
in conversation about our College and the programmes we have on
offer.Mythanks to all of youfor considering our College. Thereisa‘mix
and mingle’time withstaff afterthe tours,sothatyou can askindividual
questions.
As with our neighbouring schools,wehaveazone in place, between the
Rakaia and Rangitata rivers with alogical boundary with Mt Hutt College.
The easy way to establish your eligibility isvia our College website
(www.ashburtoncollege.co.nz), under ‘enrolments’ and then check out
our school home zone map.
2023 EnrolmentInterviews
The Open Evening is followed by2023 enrolment interviews for current
Year 8students,from01-05 August at College,between 9:00am-6:30pm
MondaytoThursday,and from 9:00am-5:00pm on Friday. Families should
nowhavereceived informationregarding bookings.
Our aim is to ensure that wecater for your child’s individual needs by
getting as much information as we can, before they begin their College
journey. Our Mission Statement of‘Individual Excellence in aSupportive
Learning Environment’, means that wework tosupport your child to be
the bestthey can be,nomatterwhattheir interests or strengths.
College Rebuild
Over the student holiday break the old Phoenix Pre-School was
demolished to clearthe wayfor the start of our new build,which should
begin in August.
ThePhoenix Pre-School has beenon-siteatAshburtonCollegefor nearly
thirty eightyears, and we really value having themon campus.Their new
location, on the former netball courts area, is north-facing and they are
really enjoying having apurpose-builtfacility.
Thefirst block of our buildwill have thirty-two classrooms encompassing
Maths, Science, Drama, Art and Te Whare Manaaki (our special needs
facility). According to the build schedule this block will beready for the
startof2024.Wecannot wait!!
DanceFestival
On the last Saturday ofterm wehad twenty five Pasifika students
involved in adance festival at Burnside High School, Christchurch. This
involved students from eight secondary schools and numerous primary
schools in whatwas acelebration of their cultures.
Aspecial acknowledgement was given toCollege student Alex Gabriel
whowas giventhe honour of leading the final dance, which involved all
the schools.
Have agreat week.
Information
Ross Preece
Principal •Tumuaki
Information
GetonBoard! Nominations
NowBeing Called For
ASHBURTON COLLEGE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
TRIENNIAL PARENT ELECTION –2022
Theoption of parentelections everyeighteen months has been
taken by this Boardtoallowfor continuityofmembership.
NOMINATIONS ARE THEREFORE INVITED FOR THE ELECTION OF
THREE PARENT REPRESENTATIVES FOR ATHREE-YEAR TERM
TheCollege Board’stotal parentcomposition is
six electedparentrepresentatives.
NOMINATION FORMS
If youare on the College ElectoralRoll aNomination Form,
EligibilityCriteria, Candidates’ Guide and acopyofthis information
have been emailed to you,
and posted if youdon’t have email.
Otherwise,forms maybeobtained from the AshburtonCollege Office
or by contacting the Returning Officer(details below).
NOMINATIONS CLOSE AT NOON, WEDNESDAY 03 AUGUST.
CANDIDATESTATEMENT
Candidatesmay provide abrief statement(up to 400 words)
supporting their nomination. This can include aphotograph.
This must be enclosed with the nomination form, when it is returned.
ELECTORALROLL
Thevoting roll is open forinspection at the AshburtonCollege Office,and
canbeviewed or enquired about during normal Collegehours.
CANDIDATES’NAMES
Therewillalso be alistofcandidates’ names,asthey come to hand,
available forinspection at the College.
Note: Anyone can stand forelection as aparentrepresentative.
Acandidate does NOTneed to be aparentofastudentenrolled at school.
Aperson on the electoralroll maynominate themselves.
Acommunitymember not on this roll must be nominated
byaperson who is on the roll.
Both parts of the form must be signed.
(ineligibilityclausesare listed on the reverse of the nomination form).
Sheena Tyrrell,Returning Officer
E-mail: ts@ashcoll.school.nz
027 247 8003
Events
Te WhareManaakiStudents Celebrated
Matariki
Te WhareManaakistudentshave celebratedMatarikifor the past three years
but teacher-in-charge Cheryl Hardy said they were very excited this year
about having aday off school!
Students learnt the Māori legends relating to Matariki and decorated
feathers to make acloak to hangonthe wall.
They also baked star-shaped biscuits that were decorated with melted
boiled sweets and icing.
Congratulations
Lip Sync 2022
With information from ClaireBubb
LipSyncOrganiser and Stage Manager
The house lights were dimmed, the LED LIP SYNC sign was twinkling,
and acapacity crowd were intheir seats waiting for the ever-popular
eventtobegin.
In COVID times,when so manyperformanceeventshave beencancelled,it
was really heartening to see so many turn out for Lip Sync 2022 -and they
were not disappointed.
The audience was treated toanight ofbrilliant costume, humour, fun and,
of course,someseriously good lip syncing!
Junior Programme andResults
Junior students opened the night’sprogramme,starting with Maddie Page,
supporting full moustache,inher performance of 'The ShowMust Go On’.
Maddie took out third place, with the show-stopping Chloe Graham in
second place with 'I Don'tWant To ShowOff’.
Topspot went to the very talented duo of Luke Rhodes and Nate Woods
in their guitar-wielding, spoon-tapping version of 'When The Rain Tumbles
Down In July’.
(Pictured right,
leftand right):
Luke Rhodes
and Nate Woods.
SeniorProgramme and Results
Not to be outdone, the senior students also put on an amazing show with
joint third awarded to Sama Sooialo and Georgia Hart for their High School
Musical piece and Rachel Hoekstra,
Lucy Smith, Amalia Worsfold and
Chloe Lovett for their spirited La Vida
Loca -Shrek Edition!
In second place was the brilliantly
funny 'You're The Reason Our Kids Are
Ugly' performed by Amalia Worsfold
and Rachel Hoekstra.
Top spot belonged to the brilliant
Jorja Roulston and Jack Brown who
performed anumber of 'Disney Duos',
complete with multiple costume
changes!
(Pictured right, leftand right):
Jorja Roulston and Jack Browninfull
performancemode.
House Fest
Next came the hotly contested House Fest with Green House winning,
with their Aladdin-themed piece, Blue in second, Orange in third followed
by Red House.
(Pictured above): Winning Green House in action.
StudentExecutive vStaff
Of course, Lip Sync wouldn't be Lip Sync without the fierce Student Exec
versus the Staff battle and this year's competition didn't disappoint.
The teachers took out the battle via their trip around the world with Dora
the Explorer,expertly choreographed by teacher Julia Bell.
(Pictured above,leftand right): RaglanPatrick andKaleb Moodie standing in
frontofthe cloak made co-operatively by all Te WhareManaakistudents.
(Pictured left):
StudentExecutive
members’performance.
(Pictured left):
TheMatariki
biscuits
decoratedand
ready to share
and eat.
(Pictured right):
Asnapshot of
the winning staff
performance.

Ashburton College
Individual Excellence in aSupportive Learning Environment
News
Issue 23
28 July 2022
Congratulations
Appreciation
The on-stage performers received wonderful recognition onthe night,
but none of the fun would have been possible without the superb Tech
Team ofteacher Ron Cresswell and students Jared Munn, Rebekah Clarke,
Ashleigh Clarke and Hayden Duffell.
Appreciation also goes to our Head Student MCs and our judges -
Anna Raukawa and Madi Wilson for the competition section; and
LibbyHigson forthe House Fest andStudents versus Staffperformances.
Roll on 2023!
Ashburton College Year 10B Team
The College Year 10B team is coached by Year 12 student Shylah Johnston
with CaronShanks as Manager.
Six teams contested this grade, with the Year 10B gaining three wins, one
draw,and twolosses in the Round Robin section.
In the 5th v6th play-off Mt Hutt College emerged the victors on this
occasion, afterthe twoteams had finished with adraw duringRoundRobin
play.
Year 10B team members (pictured above,lefttoright):
Elsie-Marie Vlaanderen, Faith Tait,Grace Johnston, GeorgiaShanks,
Sabrina Cassineri, Kelly Paterson, PennyMarriott,Pipa Jago,
Rongomai Heke,Mereani Cakaunitabua.
AshburtonCollege Year 9B Team –3rd placed in this grade
Team Coach, Year 13 student Molly Milmine said that the 9B team had a
greatday at the tournament. They playedhardand placed 3rdfromthe six
teams.JoHarrison is team Manager.
Pool Play Results were -
Awin against Roncalli College (10-6); and
two draws, against Craighead Diocesan
School (6-all) and Mountainview High
School (9-all).
These results had the team finish 2nd in
their pool.
Semi-final
College lost 12-7 to Dunedin’s St Hilda’s
Collegiate School, meaning they played-off
for3rd v4th final position.
3rd v4th Play-off
In thisgame they had aconvincing 14-5 win
against St Kevin’s College.
(Pictured above): Goal Attack SaraiFaalavailooking forapassing opportunity
around the Roncalli Goal Defence, with Wing Defence Molly Harrison in
support.
The Coach, Manager and Team were all very happy with how they played,
with Molly saying it wasafantastic dayand the team learned alot.
Roncalli Junior Netball Development
Tournament
This annual tournament, abuild-up to the Junior Netball Tournament
which took placeinChristchurch from Monday-Wednesdayinthe first
week of the July holidays,was held in TimaruonSunday19June at the
Aorangi Netball Courts,Timaru.
Four teams representedAshburtonCollege atthis event.
Ashburton College Year 10A Team:second-placedintheirgrade
Eight teams contested the Year 10A Grade and the College team started
with acomfortable win over Timaru Girls’ High School (16-2). Their next
game against Craighead Diocesan School provided tougher,athough close,
competition with Craighead emerging victors,11-7.
Manager Leisel Lambert said that, determined to come up against them
again in the final,the girlspulled out atightwin over Columba College (8-7)
to round out the pool matchplay.
Semi-final
This result placed the team 2nd in the section, from where they came up
against St Hilda’s Collegiate School, the winners of Section 1, in the semifinals.The
team wasdownathalf-time but foughthardtocome away with
atwo goal win (12-10).
Final
This meant the team got its opportunity for another chance atbeating
Craighead Diocesan School in the final.Athalf-time the girlsweredown4-6
but continued to fight, with the end result coming right down tothe final
fewseconds,losingbyamere1goal (12-13).
(Pictured right):
Abby Henderson at
Goal Defencedoing
her very best to put
off the Craighead
attacking pass,while
Wing Defence
Marnell Vaaelua
watches on.
Team management said that overall there was some great netball
played, lots ofcombination changes, and the team adapted to all of
these amazingly.
(Pictured above, back row, left to right): Leisel Lambert (Coach),
Abby Henderson, Makeleta Ula, Ashleigh Houston, Meg Lill,
TorryWilson-Brown, NickyLamont(Manager).
(Front row, lefttoright): Milla Overend,Marnell Vaaelua, Harriet Hill,Isla Hart,
Taylor Lamont.
Ashburton College Year 9A Team:third-placed in thisgrade
Seven teams contested the Year 9A Grade, with the tournament providing
the opportunity toplay teams of the same age group at this tournament,
despitethe factthatTimaru didn’t turnonthe weather,being cold and wet
underfoot.
Manager Jemma Hurst said thatthe team got off to aslowstart, taking time
to get used to playing outside in the cold, asopposed to indoor stadium
play. However, they rallied for their second game, gaining astrong win
against Craighead Diocesan School,and they continued to build from there.
Individual game results were -
The team’s two wins and two losses in pool play led to playing-off for 3rd
or 4th place.
These results were: Thetwo losses were against Columba College,Dunedin
(3-14 loss) and St Hilda’s Collegiate School, Dunedin (9-12); while the
wins were against
Craighead Diocesan
School (11-6) and
Geraldine High
School (18-2).
In the game against
Craighead Diocesan
School (pictured left):
Centre Layla Ward
is looking to pass to
Goal Attack
Ally Thomas,while
Goal Shoot
Amelia Mitchell is
ready to re-position
as needed.
3rd v4th Play-off
In the play-off for3rd/4th, the players eased into their work and eventually
won13-10, over theRoncalli College team.
(Pictured above, back row, left to right): Angela Mitchell (Coach),
Chanelle Ula, Kalotia Ula, Amelia Mitchell, Ally Thomas, Emma Lowry,
RubyPatterson, Jemma Hurst (Manager).
(Front row, left to right): Lucy Pearce (Co-captain) Lulu Kilworth,
Savena Fagalima (Co-captain), Layla Ward.
Team members were (back row, left to right): Summer Jackson,
Lucy Boldy, Molly Harrison (Captain), Sarai Faalavai, Skylah Wilson-Brown,
Sylvie Thompson-Hart.
(Front row, lefttoright): EmmaMatau,MakenzeBoardman, Maddy Thomson,
Lily Rosevear,Pipiena Ula.
RangioraHighSchool –AshburtonCollege
Sports Exchange
This second of our three inter-school sports exchanges was held on
Monday 04July, the last week of Term Two, and hosted byRangiora
High School.
In this newsletter we look atthe results, where games were played at
11:00am and 12:15pm. Individual reports will followinour next newsletter.
Rangiora High School is to be congratulated ongaining an 8-5 win, over
College.
Individual Sports’Resultswere:
Sports Winto Winto
Ashburton Rangiora
College High School
Basketball –Junior Boys’ 91 -59
Basketball–Senior Boys 74 -62
Football –Boys’Junior 6-0
Football –Girls’1st XI 7-1
Hockey –Girls’1st XI 4-1
Hockey –Boys’1st XI 6-2
E-sports 2-1
Netball –Year9A 30 -22
Netball –Year10A 37 -13
Netball –Senior B 67 -05
Rugby–Girls’1st XV 63 -0
Rugby–Boys’1st XV 31 -26
Rifle Shooting 89.67; 94.19
College’s Senior and Junior Girls’Basketball teams were unable to travel due
to team members being out with injuries and illness.
Forthcoming Events
July
27-29 Year 13 GeographyField Trip,Kaikoura
28-31 NZ SecondarySchools’Swimming Championships,Auckland
29 German Day, UniversityofCanterbury
Hockey Boys’1st XI, Ngā Puna WaiorMarist Park Hockey Turfs,
Christchurch
Basketball Junior AGirls’, Pioneer Stadium, Somerfield, Christchurch
South Canterbury Secondary Schools’Basketball –Junior Boys’
A&B,Senior Boys’B,SouthernTrust Events Centre,Timaru
30-31 South Island Secondary Schools’ Indoor Bowls Championships,
Ashburton
31-06 Aug Cook Islands Language Week

NEWS
14 Ashburton Courier, July 28, 2022
www.ashburtoncourier.co.nz
Scientists seek meteorite sightings
Scientistsare requesting
informationfrom the public
aroundthe meteoritewhich
entered the earth’s
atmosphere creating a
spectacular green fireball.
The meteorite entered the
atmosphere last Thursday,
around 8.06pm.
Its sonic boomwas heard
acrossCanterburyand was
reported on socialmediaby
peoplefromacross theSouth
Island.
Thearrival was caught by at
leastone homesecurity
camera, four specialised
fireball detection cameras,
CCTVand at leastone lucky
astrophotographer.
It was NewZealand’s second
notable fireball thismonth.
On July 7, ameteor exploded
in daylightnearWellington
withaforce equivalentto1800
tonnes of TNTcreatingasonic
boom heardacrossNew
Zealand.
While the recent eventhas
been widely reportedonsocial
media, the scientific
collaboration Fireballs
Aotearoa is keen to get official
reports from observers
entered intofireballs.nz/
report.
Theseobservationscan help
determine where any
potential meteoritemay have
fallen.
Dr MicheleBannister,of
University of Canterbury,said
anyonefinding apotential
Astill from home security camera footage in Ashburton captures the meteorite entering the earth’s
atmosphere.
PHOTO HANNAH OTTLEY
meteorite should check fora
distinctiveblack surface from
the meteor melting duringits
passage through the
atmosphere.
“Please photographitin
place: note thelocation using
your phone GPS, andavoid
touching it withyour bare
hands(thelesscontamination
thebetter).Pickitupinfresh
aluminiumfoilifpossible,or
otherwise anew clean plastic
bag. Andlet us know!”
FireballsAotearoa
meteoriteanalysislead
scientist Dr James Scott, of
Otago University, saidthe
Canterburymeteor
fragmentedtowards theend of
itsflight.
“Most of themeteoroid
vaporised duringthe six or so
seconds of visible flight.
However,with this one,it’s
possible fragmentsmay have
reached groundlevel
somewhere in thecentral
South Island.”
“At thispointwecannotbe
precisein calculatingwhere
anypiecesmight have landed,
withoutfurtherinformation
from eyewitnesses.”
JeremyTaylor,ofFireballs
Aotearoa,said themore video
footage and observer reports
received wouldimprove the
accuracy of measurements.
“Ideally we need multiple
videos, with the exact time and
the location to within 10m,
that capture the meteor along
with some visible stars.”
FireballsAotearoa has more
than 30 camerasinNew
Zealandcontinually
monitoring the night skyfor
meteorsand fireballs.
TheJuly21meteor was
captured by bothaGMN­RMS
camera in Timaru, and by the
threeCAMSmeteor network
stationsrun by theUniversity
of Canterbury,NASAandSETI
Institute in Christchurch,
Ashburtonand Tekapō.
Unlike the July 7Wellington
meteor,the meteor over
Canterbury wastoo small to be
detectedasanatmospheric
explosion,nor wasitdetected
by MetService radar.
If any meteorite is found
from theJuly 21 fireball, this
would be Canterbury’sfirst
meteorite recoveredinover50
years.
Anyone whohas aphotoor
videoofameteor can goto
fireballs.nz/report to upload
andshare it.
Basketballers bouncing to play ball
TONI.WILLIAMS
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz
Ballerspast and present are
lining up to play in the
Ashburton College Alumni
fundraising basketball games
next month.
It’sadouble header with
Ashburton College girls playing
an alumni women's side,
followed by the Ashburton
College boysagainst an alumni
men's side.
College coaches Mark
‘Roasty’ Douglas andAndrew
Shepherdhave not yet
confirmed the invitational
alumni teams.
But Roasty said the women’s
sidecould feature past greats
suchas the McGrath girls, Kate
Lloyd or Tess Morrison. Andthe
alumni men's the likes of Regan
Stills, his son Kampbell, or
Leighton Kerr.
Even young Tony Douglas
could come out of retirement,
Roasty said, of his younger
brother.
Funds raised will support
college players heading to
tournamentlater this season as
well as the ongoing development
of the college’s basketball
programme.
The fundraisergamesare set
to play at the Mid Canterbury
Basketball Stadium, Oxford
Street, on August 13. The girls
play at 1.30pmand the boys at
3pm.
Aseparatesupporters dinner,
with auction, raffles,live music
and food will also be held that
eveningatthe Phat Duck
restaurant in Ashburton, from
6.30pm.
The band is Awesome Source
and features drummer Brent
Smith,another Ashburton­lad,
Roasty said.
Tickets to one or both events
can be bought via the Ashburton
CollegeBasketballFacebook
page.
There will be limited door
sales for the afternoon basketball
games. Doors open from 1pm.
People who cannot attend but
would like to show support can
also donate via the page.Anyone
not able to get tickets online can
call in and get them from Roasty
at Robilliards Showcase
Jewellers in the Ashburton
Arcade.
In the inaugural alumni
fundraiser last year it was a
mixed alumni team which
featured Hunt brothers Kieran
(2015) and Gareth (2017), Doug
Coley (1978) and son Dan Coley
(2021), Phil McGrath (1985) and
niece Barrine Ross (2014), Ross
Templeton (1977), Andrew
Shepherd (1999), Brian Kerr
(1981), WayneEddington (1989),
Phill Hooper (1986), Paul
Robinson (1993) and Craig
‘Rocket’ Rodgers (1989), Pip
Johnston (1998), Pete Kirwan
(1998), Mike Johnston(2012),
Leighton Kerr(1994), Kampbell
Stills (2020), Kody Sutheridge
(2015), AshleeStrawbridge (2019),
Fletcher Arnold (2017), Tommo
O’Brien(2017), NickFechney
(2017) and Marc Juntilla (2018).
The college players were Brad
Douglas, Riley Sa, Jamie Reid,
Caleb McNulty, Micky Young,
Malachi Drye, ParkerBradford,
Ethan Reodique, Jet Aguilla and
Jacob Swan.
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COUNCILBRIEF
ASHBURTONDC.GOVT.NZ/NEWS
5BaringSquareWest, Ashburton |POBox 94, Ashburton, NewZealand 7740 | Telephone (03) 307 7700 | Website ashburtondc.govt.nz
Thursday,28July 2022 | ISSUE 89
Photo:Megan Ellis Photos
Check out these
greatimages
of Ashburton's
first Glowinthe
Park event!
Nearly10,000peoplevisitedTinwaldDomain
over the course of three evenings to view
the lighting spectacular, with 5,000 people
attending on Saturday night alone.
Photo:BaileyChambersPhotography
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ashburtondc.govt.nz

SteveFabish, GroupManager CommunityServices
Celebrating people power
Lastweekend’s Glowinthe Park
celebration wasathankyou from
EA Networks to the community
to mark theircentenary -100
yearsofproviding powerinMid
Canterbury.
Justunder10,000 people attended
the event at the Tinwald Domainand
PlainsVintageRailway precinct.
Asteady streamofvisitorscame
throughacross three nights, Friday,
Saturday and Sunday.Saturday was
the biggestnight,hosting over5,000
people.
Ahot air balloon from Adventure
Balloons provedtobeahitwith
attendeesaswerethe food trucks.
Each pathway waslit by children and
their glowing painted faces, glow
Areyou flood ready?
As we'veseen recently,flooding
is Canterbury'smostcommon
hazard. Our large braided alpine
riversflowacrossthe Canterbury
Plains and canflood during
northwesterly rainstorms, often
when it is warm and sunny on the
Plains.
We also havemany smaller riverswhich
canflood during southerlyoreasterly
rainstorms. Flooding is also possible
in low-lying coastalareas during storm
surgesorbig seas. Floods canbe
dangerous if waterisdeep or travelling
fast,ifit'srisen very quickly, or if it's
carrying debris liketrees, gravel or
building materials.
The impacts of flooding caninclude
sticks, lightsand toyswordswrapped
in candy floss. Installationsfeatured
coloured, moving,neon and flashing
lights, with audio effects thatbrought
displaystolife.
It wasgreat to see groups and families
across ages, culturesand abilities
experiencesomething special together
this winter. Glow in the Park wasa
free event,and it seemed to bring
the community together again, after
whathas been achallenging past few
yearswith the ongoing pandemic and
extreme weather.
It wasapleasuretoalso highlight the
attributes of the Tinwald Domain and
PlainsVintageRailway precinct, which
peoplediscoveredeither forthe first
time or in awhole newlight.
Three things youcan do nowto
preparefor afloodare:
1. Findout from the AshburtonDistrict
Council website ashburtondc.
govt.nz or EnvironmentCanterbury
website ecan.govt.nz if youare in a
flood hazardareaand howyou will be
told if youneed to evacuate.
blocked roads, loss of communication,
disruption to waterservices and damage
to your home or workplace. All of these,
we'veunfortunately experienced in the
Ashburton Districtwithinthe last12
months.
Formoreinformation about howto
preparefor this or other natural disasters
We have
received an
overwhelmingly
positiveresponse to
the event.We’re currently gathering
our thoughtsastohow we might
provide an event likethis again in the
future.
Thank youtothe manyorganisations
thatalso provided support including:
The PlainsVintageRailway &Historical
Museum,Mid Canterbury Children’s
Day Committee, Ashburton Fire
Museum, Tinwald Reserve Boardand
local Lions and Rotary clubs.
Community eventstakemany hours
and alotofpeople workingtogether,
so I’dliketothank our sponsors,
volunteersand staff who worked to
makethis specialevent happen.
2. Makeaplan forwhereyou willgo
and whatyou willneed to take to
evacuate,including whatyou will do
with pets and livestock.
3. Take measures to reducepotential
flood damageand makesureyour
insurancepolicycovers your property
and contentsfor flood damage.
visit the Civil DefenceEmergency
Management Canterburywebsite
cdemcanterbury.govt.nz
ASHBURTONDISTRICTCOUNCIL
PUBLICNOTICES
FINAL DAYS FOR
DOG REGISTRATION
Don't getcaught out by fines!It'sthe
final days to makesureyour pooch
has their newregistration tag. All
dogs overthe ageof threemonths
mustberegisteredby31 July.
Visitthe council offices or
ashburtondc.govt.nz/dogs
KEEPING STOCKWATER
RACES CLEAR
One waywecan help reducethe risk
of flooding due to blocked culverts
overthe winter months is ensuring
stockwaterraces areclear of rubbish
and debris.Ifyouhaveastockwater
race on your property, please check
thatitems such as plastic wrapping,
dead branches,wood and plastic
containersare cleared away and
can't be washed intothe waterway.
If younoticeanissue thatneeds
attention, please report it to Council
on 03 307 7700.
Free masksavailable at
Councilfacilities
Free boxes of medical masks are
nowavailable at Councilfacilitiesas
part of aMinistryofHealth -Manatū
Hauora initiative tohelp slow the
spreadofCovid andwinter illnesses.
Each family can pick up one box of50
masks (3-play) or two boxes if their
household has six or morepeople.
The masks are available at: EANetworks
Centre, Ashburton Public Library,
Ashburton Museum and Art Gallery,
Ashburton DistrictCouncil Administration
Building.
There are also masks available at the
Ashburton Event Centre, Safer Mid
Canterbury and Mt Hutt Memorial Hall /
Methven iHub.
The masks have proved popular with
stocks already running lowatsome sites,
howevermoreboxesare on the way.
The Government has recently expanded
access to free RATsand masks as part of
additional measures to help tackle the
second Omicron wave and ease pressure
on the health system.
STAND FOR YOUR COMMUNITY
Thinking about
standing in the
local elections?
NOMINATIONSARE OPEN UNTIL 12 AUGUST
Learn moreabout representingyour
community at voteashburton.nz
COUNCIL OFFICE
5Baring Square West
Mon,Tue, Wed &Fri 8.30am -5pm
Thursday9am -5pm
ASHBURTONPUBLIC LIBRARY
180 Havelock Street,Ashburton 7700
Mon -Fri 9.00am -8.00pm
Sat10am -1pm | Sun 1pm -4pm
EA NETWORKSCENTRE
20 River Terrace
Mon -Fri 6am-9pm (pools 7pm, gym8pm)
Sat&Sun 7am-7pm (pools 5pm, gym6pm)
ASHBURTON ARTGALLERY&
ASHBURTON MUSEUM
327 WestStreet
10am -4pm daily
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NEWS
18 Ashburton Courier, July 28, 2022
www.ashburtoncourier.co.nz
Glow event hits the spot for community
Artisticand interactive light
installations were on show
during lastweekend’s
Ashburton Glow in the Park
celebrating EA Networks100
years in the community,
They included athunder tree,
water reflections,glow football,
mirrorballs,and an archway of
trussesdesigned to mimic the
flowofelectricity.
The event saw special effects
lighting,provided by Spectrum
Lighting, lit up stationary
displays, trees andobjects
around the groundsofthe
Tinwald Domain and The
Plains VintageRailway and
Historical Museum.
It was avisual delight
drawing in the crowds,
impressingyoung and old alike.
The special effects lightshow
wasdouble in size, comparedto
the original eventplanned at
AshburtonDomain for last
August, but postponedby
Covid­19.
The AshburtonDistrict
Council assistedEANetworks
to run the event celebrating
their 100 years of serving the
community as an electricity cooperative.
The PlainsVintage
Railway &Historical Museum
offered greatold buildings to be
lit up in interesting ways, and
the domain and lakeprovide
plenty of natural settings for
someofthe lighting
installations as well as a
perfectcanopy for food trucks
and vendorsatthe event.
Alongwith atrailoflight
features there were
informationpanels telling EA
Networks’storyfrom its
beginnings as the Ashburton
Electric Power Board to the
presentday as aprovider of
electricity lines and fibre­optic
cables for internet.
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NEWS
Ashburton Courier, July 28, 2022
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Rugby pathway impresses Black Ferns
TONI.WILLIAMS
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz
Avisit to Methven by Black
Ferns, Amy Ruleand Georgia
Ponsonby, wasthe icing on the
cakefor many attending the
Heartland10s Rugby Festival.
Especiallyfor those
developinganearly passion for
the game.
Rule andPonsonby, both 22,
wereonthe Methven Rugby
Clubgrounds last Sunday,
along with theWomen’s Rugby
World Cup,aspartof a
promotion for theupcoming
world cup being held in New
Zealand, andtosupport
grassroots women’srugby.
TheWomen’sRugby World
Cup runsfrom October8to
November12, 2022.
Rule andPonsonbywere
impressedwith rugby
pathways in thedistrict suchas
the Girls Practice to Perfect
made available foryounger
girls to play rugby in Mid
Canterbury,aconcept not
around when theywere
primaryaged.
They did not start playing
rugby until in theirhigh school
years.
‘‘When Ifirst started playing
it wasabout goodtimes,
making friends,’’Rule said.
Sheremembers justrunning
around in herfirst foray into
women’s rugby but has gone on
to fallinlove with thegame.
Making it to theBlack Ferns
was only arecent dream.
Black FernsAmy Rule, left, and Georgia Ponsonby withsomeofthe youthin Mid Canterbury’s Girls
Practice to Perfect rugby training programme, and the Women’s Rugby World Cup.
PHOTO TONI WILLIAMS
Ponsonby saidher high
schoolrugbypeers‘‘looked
likethey were havingheapsof
fun... andIjust wantedtobe
amongstthat, andtook ashot
andwenttotraining.’’
Ponsonby, whoplays hooker,
debuted for Manawatū in the
Farah Palmer Cupin2017, in
herlast yearatFeildingHigh
School. Shemoved to
CanterburytoattendLincoln
University and hasbeen apart
of the Canterbury Farah
PalmerCup for the pastthree
championships.
Originallyplaying at Number
8, shemoved to thefront row
and made an impression.
Shewas excited and nervous
about being aBlackFern when
she got the callupbut was
‘‘determined to go out there
and back myself’’and do her
partinthe team. Shemade her
Black Ferns off thebench
against France, in Pau in 2021.
Sheisanother nameona
longlist of rugbyplayers from
her school whohave pulledon
the black jersey,amongthem
Sarah Hirini, SamWhitelock,
Codie Taylor andAaron Smith.
Rule, aprop,made her test
debut againstEngland in the
UK,in2021.
Sheonly started playing
rugby in herlasttwo years at
Central Southland College, but
proved to be atalent in the
front row.
Shemoved to Christchurch
for universityin2019 and
cementedher place as the
starting tighthead propinthe
championshipwinning Farah
Palmer Cup team before
gainingselection in theBlack
Ferns Developmentteamfor
their campaigninFiji.
Sheenjoysthe process of
rugby,the training,getting the
right nutrition as wellasthe
mental skills anddisciplineto
make it to thenextlevel of the
game.
‘‘It’s adreamtobeplaying as
aBlack Fern,’’ she said.
‘‘I just wanttobeplaying
great footiefor as long as Ican.
‘‘It’s whatIlove to do at the
endofthe day.’’
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Heartland 10s rugby festival success
Mid Canterbury Combined,
South Canterbury, North Otago
and Buller/West Coast took to
the field at theweekend in the
Heartland’s Rugby 10s Festival
at Methven.
The round robin event,which
saw MidCanterburyplayers
teamupwith playersfrom
Prebbleton, put women’s rugby
on show with each team playing
three games.
It was the second planned
festival event this year, butMid
Canterbury Rugby Union
women’srugby development
officer Kirsty Arps saiditwas
not the last; the final event is at
FairlieonAugust 7.
The festival, completewith
bouncy castle and food truck,
was ashowcase of women’s
rugby and also afun, family
friendly event withwomen’s
rugby in the spotlight.
In Methven the women’s rugby
world cup wasalsoonshow and
there was avisitfromBlack
Ferns rugbyplayers Amy Rule
and Georgia Ponsonby.
The cupwas also on showat
the Girls Practice to Perfect final
training session at Mid
Canterbury Rugby Union
groundsinAshburtonon
Tuesday.
The first10s festival, for
women aged 18 years andover,
was heldatSouthern Rugby
ClubinHinds earlier thismonth.
Photo action: at right, Mid
Canterbury Combined versus
Buller/West Coast
and, below: Mid Canterbury
Combined vNorth Otago.
PHOTOS TONI WILLIAMS
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your limited storage space? We’ve done the leg
work and collated our list of the best apps you
needwhile living in New Zealand in 2022.
Apps thathelp withworking from home
Are things busier than ever with your work? Time
management toolscan help youstayontop of your
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The first is a tool that’s already built into your
smartphone. It’s called the ‘Work Focus’ mode,
and is available on iOS and Android. Itallows you
to switch off all non-work related app notifications,
and only see work-relatedapps on the home screen.
This can help you to stay ontask instead of idly
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Thesecond greattool is the Freedom app, whichis
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youtoblockdistracting apps and websites,keeping
youfocusedonthe task at hand.
There are even tools that will cover all your
collaboration and communication needs in one
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basically all of Google’s tools, including email,
calendars, shared files onthe drive, chat and meet
functions, forms, slides, and more. This collection of
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Apps thatmakelifeeasier
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Taylor takes on Aussies in challenge
Hakatere Station shepherd
Taylor Bird, and his team of
Huntaways and Heading dogs,is
the lone Kiwi going up against
Aussies in thefirst Cobber
Challenge Relay event.
Taylor, 19, of MountSomers
and his dog team will viefor the
title against 11 others
representing every state in
Australia.
In Taylor’s dog team all play a
role duringatypical working
day at thehigh country station.
Kate, athree year old
Huntawayisthe mover in the
team while Bruno, also athree
year old Huntaway,goes the
extra mile.
Kate is ‘‘a yard dog plus she
does some paddock work. The
heavy hitter in the team, shehas
alot of punch and can move
anything,’’ Taylor said.
‘‘Bruno can go anywhere and
do anything. He's areal natural
who was easy to train.He's the
main mustering dog, and the
one that gets me outofsticky
situations most of the time.’’
Tom, aheading dog, is two
years old and described as ‘‘a
hard­running heading dog.
‘‘Tom has always had a
passion for work. There's
nothing else he wants to be
doing; he'll fall over before he
stops working.
And finally Moss, the senior
member of thedog team, anine
year old heading dog.
‘‘No matter where you run
Moss, you have full confidence
that he'llbring the stock to you,’’
Taylor said.
At Hakatere Station, Taylor
and the dogs areused to plenty
of elevation work with sheep
and cattle.
‘‘We run 12,000 ewes, 800
cattle and an Angus bull stud at
Hakatere Station, up in the
mountains in thecentre of New
Zealand's South Island. I've
been workingherefor ayear
with five staff,’’ Taylor said.
Good on ya cobber! ... Hakatere Station shepherd Taylor Bird and his dog team are going up against
the Aussies next month in the first Cobber Challenge Relay event.
PHOTO SUPPLIED
He started thedog team at his
last job.
‘‘These are my four running
dogs. Ihave another four young
dogs that are doing abit of work.
‘‘All my dogscome to work
with me every day; they're
basically with me 24/7.
‘‘TheHuntaway are thenoise
makers, and as their name
suggests, they push stock away;
whereas the Heading dogs, they
bring stock to you.’’
In previous years, the Cobber
Challenge has showcased the
efforts of individual working
dogs, butthis year’s challenge
celebrates the teamwork that
goes intorunningafarm;
Hakatere Station stock manager
CamClayton and his heading
dog Pine competedlastyear.
The12working dogteams in
the inaugural Cobber Challenge
Relay format recognise farmers
often work dogs in teams, or
pick certain dogs to do different
tasks, like mustering mobs of
cattle or pushing sheep through
yards.
Now in its seventh year, the
2022 Cobber Challenge Relay
runs from August 22 to
September 11.
Competitors likeTaylor have
nominated teamsoftwo, three
or four dogsand eachday
during thethree week
competition oneofthe
❛All my dogscome
to work withme
every day; they're
basically with me
24/7.
❜
—Taylor Bird
nominated dogs willwear aGPS
collar, to track how far, fast and
for howlong they work.The
results will be combinedto
crown thewinningteam.
The data is uploadeddaily to
the CobberChallenge website
so fans canfollowalong with
their favourite workingdog
teams.
Cobber’s marketing manager
Kellie Savagesaid there were
many amazing nominations this
year and those selected
spanned from Bodallin in
WesternAustralia to Mount
Somers in NewZealand, almost
5000km.
“These teams showcase
different types of farms and
different breeds of dogs. But one
thing all the teams share is a
special relationships between
our entrants and their dogs.”
The relay format will give
peopleabetter sense of how
farmers really work with their
dogs,Kellie said.
“When they’re out on the land,
it’s ateam effort.”
The dogs willbescored based
on distance, speed andduration
of work per day with points
accumulated based on daily
activity to determine the winner
of the CobberChallenge Relay
trophy.
People canfollow the
performance of their favourite
working dog team at
cobberchallenge.com.au and on
the Cobber Dog Facebookpage.
Biosecurity push
2492300
Travellers will not be allowed to
bring personal consignments of
any meat products from
Indonesia to New Zealandinthe
latest step to protect against
Foot­and­Mouth Disease,
Biosecurity New Zealand deputy
director general Stuart
Andersonsays.
Introduction of the clovenhooved
animalsdisease to New
Zealand would heavilyimpact
the agricultural industry and all
precaution was being carried
out to prevent its arrival, after
being found in Indonesia.
“While Indonesia continues to
step up its FMD response, we
are taking an extra precaution
and stoppingtravellers from
bringing in personal
consignments of any meat
product,” said Mr Anderson.
“Previously travellers from
Indonesia could bring in
declared cooked or treated
meat, with the highestrisk
uncooked meat products already
prohibited. Given the
importance of protecting our
vitalprimarysector, thisisa
good further step to takefor now.
“From todayany personal
consignments of meat from
Indonesia, including cooked,
will not be allowedinand we
will reassess the suspension at
the appropriate time.”
Mr Anderson saidany meat
products brought in by travellers
from Indonesia would be safely
destroyed.
The rule change did not affect
commercial products, which
faced strict import standards.
“Biosecurity New Zealand is
committed to reviewing
biosecurity settings where
required and we’ve taken
several steps in recent weeks to
boost our protections.
“Those includestepping up
checks at airports, introducing
disinfectant mats for people
returning from Indonesia to
clean their footwear, an
awareness campaign targeting
travellers, an on­the­ground
audit of the palmkernel supply
chain in Indonesia, the
establishment of an FMD
ReadinessTaskforce to ensure
all our preparedness work is
refreshed and providing
personalprotectiveequipment,
disinfectant, backpack sprayers
and other tools to Indonesia to
help on the ground,aswell as
our technicalexpertise.”
Mr Anderson said New
Zealand’s biosecurity system
had themost stringent
requirements in the world
aimed at preventing FMD,but it
was important tokeep
reassessing protections.
“Although the risk of the
recent outbreak in Indonesia to
NewZealand remains low,we
remain on high alert,”hesaid.

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Think like nature to eco source
TONI.WILLIAMS
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz
Native plants are everywhere
aroundus. If you have native
bush or wetland on your
property you can use them to
eco source seed, nursery
productionsupervisor Tom
Ferguson says.
‘‘It’s quite cool knowing seed
collected from your farm is
going backtoyour farm. Ithink
there is somethingquite
specialemotionally about eco
sourcing.’’
Tom,ofWai­OraTrust, was
guest presenter at the recent
New Zealand Landcare Trust
native plant propagation
workshop at Eiffelton.
It was acollaboration with
Mid CanterburyCatchment
Collective and Wai­Ora Trust.
It was the first of its type in
the area,but NZ Landcare
Trust managing wetlands as
farm assets project coordinator
Tony Watson said if
there was further interest
similarworkshops could be
run again.
He was keen to collaborate
with groups in sessions which
benefitted landowners,
farmers and the environment.
The workshop,which taught
budding growers how to source
and grow plants suitable for
wetlands, dryland and riparian
planting, drewinterest from
aroundthe district with 20
peopleinattendance.
Tom,aided by Wai­Ora
Trust’sLaura Woodcock, gave
tips and trickstosuccessfully
collectlitter seeds ­orassorted
duff ­dropped by native trees,
sort through, prepare and
plant.
It was acommon practice
amongpropagation
enthusiasts with litter then
sorted,layeredontoseed
raisingmix and labelled.
Collectingduff was best done
from anatural remnant
environment ratherthan in
rows and likely human
planted, Tom said.
Knowing you had the right
plant seed was just as
important, rather than
collecting native weeds or
foreignspecies to the area in
error, Tom said.
Online websitessuch as
iNaturalist(inaturalist.org)
was auseful place for people
seekingverification on plants,
but also insects and skat.
There was also apopular
book recommended called
‘The propogationofNew
Zealand native plants,’ by
LawrieMetcalf.
Tom said at the nursery, to
ready the seeds staffdouble
sieved them to remove husks
before cleaning with waterto
Wai­OraTrust'sTom Ferguson, above,and Laura Woodcock, below, give tips andtricks of
successful native plant propagation during acollaborative workshop at Eiffelton Hall. PHOTOS TONI WILLIAMS
speedupthe growing process.
Theywere then storedina
fridge.
‘‘The light stuff gets blown
off, and you can use the
different (sized) mesh as
grades so thatcertain stuff goes
through and the seed goes
through or the seed stays on.
‘‘One of the reasons we clean
fleshyseed is that mostflesh of
native fruits,have achemical
in the fruitthat stopsthe seed
from growing until its passed
through abird ­germination
inhibitors they are called.
‘‘Normally abird will eat the
seed,poop it out and all that
flesh is taken off and then the
seed is in the poop.
‘‘If you’re growing native
seeds, you wanttotake that
flesh off the seeds before you
sow them otherwiseyou might
be waiting an extra long time.’’
Alternatively hard seeds
could be store in ajar of water
andlefttoferment.
But there was afineline to
beinglefttoo long and them
going off.
‘‘Thinkabout howin nature
that seedwould have
travelled... would it have been
by wind, ...water,...birds,
lizards thatsort of thing,’’ he
said.
‘‘What we are tryingtodo is
mimicnature. Alot of
propagation andgrowing
native plants is justtothink
like theplants.Another is
trying to mimic theseasons.’’
Seeds whichdrop in winter,
will not naturallygerminate
untilspringdue to the
temperature.
Thenurseryalsousedcold
and hotstratification
conditions to encourage faster
germinationtomeet product
demand.
Theseed was scattered
acrossseed raisingmix,to
increasethe chance of
success, then lightly dusted
withmix to cover andplaced
in protected areafor
germination.
‘Managing wetlandsasa
farmassets’ is athree year
project workingwith farmers
andthe communitytoprovide
advice andknowledge about
the range of benefits both
naturaland constructed
wetlands offerthe farming
system,the environment and
the wider community.
Attendeeswere able to
prepare seedplantedtraysto
takehome with eithercutty
grass, manuka and carex secta
seeds, or amix of all three.
IN BRIEF
DISEASE WATCH
Biosecurity New Zealandhas
spokentoits Australian
counterparts, who have confirmed
no live foot-and-mouthdisease
(FMD) virus has beenfoundonfood
there, but trace viral fragments had
beenfoundonsomepork product.
Viralfragmentsare not infectious
and couldnot transferlive virus to
anotheranimal. Theproductwas an
importeddried‘‘pork floss’’ product
that may have been illegally
importedtoAustralia andwas being
recalled as aprecaution for that
reason.
Any illegal productfound in New
Zealand wouldbedestroyed. Since
FMD was found in Indonesia
recently, NZ has stepped up its work
at the border to preventFMD
arriving in New Zealand. Every
passengerarrivalcard is examined
and thosefrom countrieswith FMD
(including Indonesia)are directed to
adifferent process of questioning,
baggage search and disinfection.
This means thatshould
passengers transit otherairports,
risksare still addressed.
PLASTIC EDGE
The twomain plastic collection
programmes in New Zealand’s
primarysector –Agrecovery and
Plasback –haveagreed to work
together to improvethe services
theyprovide farmers and growers.
Theyhave signedamemorandum
of understanding tojoin forcesto
provide the mostefficient andcosteffective
means to collect and
recycle usedfarm plastic.
Both companieshave been
collecting and facilitating the
recyclingoffarm plastic in New
Zealandfor more than 15 years.
Bothare accredited voluntary
product stewardshipschemes
under the Waste Minimisation Act.
The co-operationcomes at atime
government intends to establisha
mandatory, industry-wide product
stewardship scheme for farm
plastics. The anticipated go-live
datefor the regulatedscheme is
July2024.
PROJECTFUNDING
Applications areopen for
community organisations wanting to
takeactionfor abetter environment
in Canterbury.The Waitaha Action
to Impact Fund was established by
Environment Canterbury last year to
enhance community engagement
andaction,and encourage
environmentalprojects thatare led
by andinvolvecommunitiesacross
the region. Eligibleorganisations
can apply, via the ECan website,for
between $5000 and $30,000 per
year(up to two years) for projects
thatcontribute to one or more of
Environment Canterbury's priorities
suchas: freshwater management,
climate change resilience,
emissionsreduction, pestcontrol,
and protectionand regeneration of
biodiversity.
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Botanical Expo
17–18 September
Lincoln Events Centre
Acelebration of flowers,plants and gardening. From
house plants and succulents to bonsai and bulbs. There
will be speakers, workshops and demonstrations and of
course, the legendary sales table.
HororataHighlandGames
5November
The 11th Hororata Highland Games will be welcoming
people back to enjoy aday of all things Scottish. From
the caber toss to highland dancing, best dressed
lad and lassie, bagpipes and haggis, the day won’t
disappoint.Make sure you check out the great
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Selwyn Winter Festival
27 August
Larcomb Estate
One for the grownups! This cosy bespoke event
showcases local wineries, craft breweries,whisky and
gin. With great food and entertainment, it is amust
attend winters afternoon and evening in Selwyn. Check
out the event website for transport options.
Selwyn Spring Show
14–16 October
Show day 15 October
The Selwyn Spring Showisafamily-fun event
showcasing countrylife in Selwyn. Excited to be back
and open to the public this year,there will be wearable
arts, food and beverage -including agarden bar,
farmyard animals, ponyrides, dog trials and much more.
Held at the Leeston Showgrounds,the show isabrilliant
way to celebrate Spring.
Courtenay A&P Show
19 November
Just 20 minutes from Christchurch at the Kirwee
Showgrounds, the Courtenay Show has been held
for over 147 years. From traditional equestrian, farm
animals, grain and seed, aproduce shed including
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The GRFC Wāhine Toa, seen here inSaturdays competition final at Raukāpuka domain, have exceeded all expectations in their first year together. PHOTOS: Sarah Foley-Smith
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where they took on the big clubs such as High
School Old Boys, Suburbs, and Hornby. The
wāhine must indeed hold adistrict record in
that every squad member has scored a
competitiontry thisyear; afantastic achievement.
To cap the season off, last Saturday saw
them take to the field in front of amassive
crowd at Raukāpuka domain to compete in
the Womens gradefinal forCanterbury/South
Canterbury.
The GRFC Wāhine Toa faced off against
High School Old Boys (HSOB), seemingly a
differentteam from the onetheyd met before,
both going hammer and tongs at each other
fromthe get-go. The tackles were stingingand
the skill level high as both teams, taking
advantage ofthe sunny day, tried toplay
expansive footy. Coach Jase Hurley could sense
the ladies' nerves in the warmups but was
confident of what the team could do. Dominating
early through the middle, HSOB scored and
held possessionfor sustainedperiods,forcing
thehomeside to workhard. Finally, someball
saw GRFC Wāhine Toa score and get their
structure in place. It began to pay off as, ball
in hand, they saw aperiod of dominance,
allowing Sophie Kerr and Te Awhe Hurley to
shine. Strong carries from Louise Nalder and
Kerr allowed the skilful outside backs some
time and space. Beatrix Hardi-Lynne again
scorched defenders downthe sideline, scoring
asecond try forthe GRFC side. Unfortunately,
it was few and far betweenfor the outsides as
HSOB again held the ball and forced ahuge
defensiveeffort. Massivehitsfrom Sia Leituala
&Vina Tuilau made the visitors think twice
before running in their channels.
However,itwasnt enough for the Wāhine
Toaasthe Christchurch team ran away 32-14
victors -ascore that didnt truly reflect the
closeness and intensity of the game. Coach
Hurley, manager Kaia, player/manager Courtney
Bates and the team can be veryproud of what
they achieved this year. Making the final in
their first year together and creating such a
close-knit bond with each other isnothing
short of remarkable. Geraldine is very proud
of you all.
SENIORBsMAKE THEBOTTOMFOURFINAL
The GRFC Senior Bs put onan impressive
display to thoroughly beat Waimate 43-12 to
qualify to play Old Boys this weekend.
An outstanding performancewilldowonders
for their confidence as they look tobring
home the silverware. Shane Cunningham,
the engine that doesnt stop, again played
strongly and was ably supportedbyabackline
that really fired.
We are unsure of the location due to weather
conditions around the grounds, but we hope
you all can make it to the gameand cheer our
lads on. GIDEON SNOW

WHĀRANGI 2|NGĀ PŪKŌRERO OTEWIKI KI RAUKĀPUKA |TAITE, 28HŌNGONGOI, 2022
EDITORIAL
Geraldine identityTonyCameronwas outand about
capturing photos of swollen rivers last week.
What happened to last weeks GNews? All we know
is that something went drastically wrong with distribution
in Geraldine, and apologise on behalf of the distributors.
As we go to print, Iam still waiting to hear from the
AshburtonCourier as to quitehow baditwas. We are
genuinely sorry, even though it is totally out of our
control. As always,wecan be foundonline at gnews.co.nz,
but that is not the same as smelling the ink and
handling the paper.
Rain. Enough already. Wecould be forgiven for
thinking that the good Lord hasforgottenthe promise
made in Genesis 9. Remember the rainbow? We were
certainly grateful for the let-up over the weekend to
makevisitors to the town welcome and to let us enjoy
the warm, sunny days.
Congratulations to the GRFCWāhine Toa(seefront
page). We gather it was atough match. Tocome so
far inone season is brilliant, both for Geraldine and
for womens rugby in the province. Well done the Bs
and commiserations to the Axemenontheir 22-8 loss
to the Pleasant Point Mud Dogs.
Although the planned Geraldine Ukefest did not
go ahead,people came to town anyway, and the lowkeyeventsinour
eateries were veryjolly.Any musical
people that want to be involved in afuture festival
contact Hugh at hugh@ukulelegeraldine.co.nz.
Have agood week. Wehope you all can stay safe
anddry.Our sympathies arewithour farming community
as some of youhavealready had property threatened
by water -and it looks like there ismore tocome.
Arohanui. HUGH &FI
The Deck the Hall floral art exhibition demonstrated creative ways todecorate for Christmas. PHOTOS: Debbie Oliver
Deck the Hall exhibition well attended
Floral artenthusiasts from near and far
attended the recent Christmas-themed
floralart exhibition held at St Andrew's
Church Hall.
Liz Chapmanfrom theGeraldineFloral
Art Club says, We werethrilledwith the
wonderful response from not only the
local community but also from visitors
from farand wide,including Christchurch,
Dunedin, Oamaru and Timaru.
It was goodfor the townasmany said
they were looking forward to aday in
Geraldine, and Ibelieve the cafes were
run off their feet, adds Liz. The group
wouldlike to congratulatethe following
raffleprize winners; DaphneValentine,
LynMcIntosh and SandraSutton.
For more information on joining the
Geraldine Floral Art Club, contact Liz
at aechapman@farmside.co.nz.
DEBBIE OLIVER
Whenever Ibring cloudsover the
earth, and the rainbow appears in
the clouds,Iwill remember my
covenant between me and you and
all living creatures of every kind.
Never again will the waters become
aflood to destroy all life.
GENESIS 9:14-15
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOPLEFT: The Polka Dots (Timaru) delivered apolished performance at Barkers Foodstore and Eatery on Saturday,
as did Christchurch-based group Girls, Girls, Girls; Newcomer Carter Madge (13) impressed with his accomplished style; Jasmine
Aitken made her debut performance atthe Royal India on Friday night; ahappy bunch played their ukes in church at St Marys
on Sunday morning; Off The Page (Christchurch) delighted the audience at the Berry Barn with an eclectic mix of instrumentals.
PHOTOS: Fi McCafferty
GUF22: the festival that refused to go away
When GUF organisers announced the
cancellation of the 10thannual Geraldine
Ukefest(GUF), anumber of thosebooked
to attend said they were still coming.
Typical were Robert Poole and Wendy
Rowe. Wendy says she wanted to catch
up with ukulele friends, while non-uke
player Robert says, I quite enjoy the
shops and putting something into the
Geraldine economy.
Festival director Fi McCafferty says
the numbers didnt justify the expense
of large concerts and workshops, but she
felt the need to offer something to those
still coming to town. The festival just
refused to goaway; history wasrepeating
itself. We alsocancelled in 2020 but,in
the end,ran acut-down event as the first
waveofCovid had passed. This was another
salvage job and aremarkably successful
one. Fi is grateful to the sponsors who
continued their support, including a
generous grant from Creative NewZealand.
On Friday afternoon Ukes in Cafés
werehosted by Mundells andthe Berry
Barn Café. Among the performers was
13-year-old Carter Madge. Carter has
been playing for just over ayear, using
lockdowntoteach himself from YouTube
videos. Hisinstrumentals coverarange
of styles, includingclassics suchasWhile
My GuitarGently Weeps andLa Vie en
Rose. Performing for the first time in
frontofanaudience, Carter playedwith
the confidence and poise of an older,
more experiencedmusician, captivating
the audienceand drawing loud applause
at each ofthe events where he played.
His father (and roadmanager)Clive has
created aFacebook page, Carter Madge
Music, to showcase his sonstalent.
On Friday evening, there was afull
house at the Royal India for an evening
of Curry and Chords. Another newcomer,
Miss Jazzylicious (Jasmin Aitken), surprised
the audience with the voice of adiva
accompanied byintricate strumming
patterns.
From 10am to4pm on Saturday,
asteady stream ofpeople poured into
Barkers Foodstore and Eatery to listen
to performances from local and visiting
musicians andjoin in with strum-alongs.
Fi estimates that well over 100 people
camethrough the café, with alargenumber
camped there for the entire day. Emily
Dunstall, from Christchurch, who has
been coming toGUF since 2014, says,
The turnout and relaxed and positive
vibe, despite Covid and weather challenges,
[is] atestament to the community and
connections fostered by GUF.
As has been the case for thelast
10 years,anumberofplayers alsoturned
up to play their ukes in church on Sunday.
ThehymnsatStMarys were in the gospel
style, which, helped along by adozen or
so ukuleles, were sung with great gusto.
So,whatofthe future? Fi is clear that
the GUF format has run its course.
Arecent meeting regarding apossible
replacement event elicited acouple of
interested people.Geraldine.nz chair Hugh
McCafferty says,We havebegunhaving
some conversations. The response to this
event suggeststhat alower-keyevent might
be the way forward inthese uncertain
times. Watchthis space. MOLLY MALONE
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VillageInn ownerGerardZanderbergen
will pour his last pint on Sunday as he
prepares for retirement.Hesays, Aswell
as looking after the grandkids, Iaim to
do alot of fishing and play alot of golf.
Gerard declined toreveal his current
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Prior to his seven-year tenure at the
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about movingon. Werejust caretakers.
The place is about the customers, really.
Iwant to thank everybody for their support.
Geraldine has been good to us.
HUGH MCCAFFERTY
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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Peoples Choice award-winning house by Eva and Isobel Pridham; the Taylor familys collaborative entry;
runner-up design by Sophie Foster. PHOTOS: Supplied
Children get creative with popsicle sticks
The wet school holiday weather was the
perfect setting for local children to participate
in the annual Geraldine Property Brokers
PopsicleStick House building competition.
With20buildingkitsprovidedbyProperty
Brokers, it was up to local families to
produce their bestdesign.
Property Brokers sales agent Anna
Coleman says, This year, we collaborated
withthe Geraldine Library, who displayed
all 18 entries we received, where the
public could view and vote for their
favourite house.
Louise Nelson says, It wasafantastic
activity for the kids to do on those horrid
rainy days. They spent hours doing them,
and their imaginations ran wild; itwas
great. Louises son Elliot (7) said the
competitionwas funand exciting,while
his five-year-old sister said, I liked doing
the crafts because it was rainingoutside.
The Taylorfamily of Woodbury decided
to make afamily effort on their design.
Mum Nicky says, After picking up
the building pack fromProperty Brokers,
my three kids, Amelia (9), Blake (7)
and Zoe (4), drew up ahouse plan, voted
on the best one and then merged them.
Around 200 votes were received with
the Peoples Choice award and a$75
Grandpas Toy Shop voucher going to
sisters, Eva (8) and Isobel Pridham (6).
SophieFoster(8) received the runner-up
prize, a$50 Page and Post voucher.
Anna Coleman says, This has beena
greatway to encourage creativity in children,
agreat wet weather activity and great to
encourage use of the library. The library
is keen to hostthis competitionagain, and
we would like to thank them for working
with us to make it such agreat success.
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Hands will not stand
Environment Canterbury (ECan) councillor
Megan Hands will not be seeking re­election
to the regional council this year.
Ms Hands said she is returning to full time
work in the private sector.
‘‘I’m sad to leave local government,
especially at atime of atsunami of reforms
which is both an unsettling and exciting
time for local government and our
community.’’
She said it was adifficult decision to
make. ‘‘A real heart and head battle with my
strong pull towards community service.
‘‘However, Istill have so much to give in
my wider career outside of politics and so
for now that's where Iamheaded.’’
She described this term with ECan as both
frustrating and rewarding as they returned
to the first fully elected council in anumber
of years.
‘‘Our council with 10 new members set
about re­setting our strategic direction,
recruiting anew CEO, removing the
structure and way of working that had
existed and replacing it with new public
facing committees and undertaking annual
and long term plan consultations in a
mixture of in person and online formats as
we lived and continue to live thorough the
pandemic.’’
Ms Hands said there were two things she
wished the council could have spent more
time on this term; re­committing to a
collaborative approach around the table
with respect to freshwater planning, and
securing the organisations financial future
and focusing on the basics of governing the
organisation.
She said she was proud of her time on the
regional council including investing in
public transport, with her and councillor
John Sunckell bringing the debate on bus
fare reductions to the table.
‘‘During my time at Environment
Canterbury I've met some incredible people
who have come to submit on behalf of
themselves and their community. People
who like me care deeply for their
environment, their community and their
industries.
‘‘They want their regional council to
balance these values for the prosperity and
protection of our regions environment and
economy while also ensuring rates rises are
not out of control.
‘‘It is my sincere hope that there are other
people out there who wish to take this
passion and put themselves forward for
election­ representing the community and
participating in local government is a
challenge, but it is also rewarding and an
honour to serve your community in this
way.’’
New life for bread bags
Bread bags are getting a
new lease on lifein
teacherAshley Herbert’s
home.
Shereuses them to
create reusableshopping
bags, easily be fixed by
fusing more plastic on top.
Shesaid her familydid
not liketobewasteful and
they collectedeverything.
‘‘This was mostly an
experiment to see what we
could do.’’
Mrs Herbert, of Timaru,
takesbreadbagsand
createsbig sheets, then
cuts into pieces andirons
together between pieces of
baking paper.
Sherunsmaterial
around the edgesand adds
handleswith cardboard to
hold them in place to
create the bag.
Sheusuallydoesfive
layers of plastic to
reinforce the bags.
Shemade her first bag in
2019 and said this was an
easy beginner project.
‘‘Ifyou can find another
use for something,justdo
it,’’ Mrs Herbert said.
Plastic Free July is a
global movement that
encourages people to
reduce their single­use
plastic waste. Options
include:
Eco­friendly soap,
shampoo andconditioner
bars instead of bottles
along with reusable
makeup pads.
Usingalternativestoclingwrap such as
beeswax wrapsorsiliconebags that can
easily be reused and washed.
Buying refill packets of itemssuch as
tomato sauce instead of anew bottle.
If eatingoutorordering takeaways have
own reusable itemssuch asakeepcup,
Ashley Herbert shows off the completed shopping bag.
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NEWS
Ashburton Courier, July 28, 2022
33
More cost of living
support for
New Zealanders
It’sbeenanother toughweek
withthe weather, particularly
the rain andresulting flooding.
For many,especiallythosewho
weresobadly affected by the
devastating floods of lastyear,
thatthis wasthe lastthing
anyoneneeded.
Throughoutthe week Istayed
in touchwithMinister for
EmergencyManagement, Kieran
McAnulty to keep up to date on
the situation.
Abig shout outtothe local
Civil Defenceteamfor their
quick action, andthe Ashburton
District Council for theirclear
and succinctinformation
sharing. Keepsafe out there!
Right now, thefundamentalsof
our economyare strong.
Unemployment is at arecord
low,exports areup, and our
economic activity hascontinued
to growoverthe pastyear.But,
withinflationrising around the
worldand thewar in Ukraine
driving up fuelprices,weknow
that costofliving pressuresare
makingthings toughfor many
Kiwis.
We’re workingtoeasethe cost
of living pressure forpeople
here in Ashburtonbyextending
thefuel tax cutand reduced road
user charges untilthe endof
January2023.
This extension is oneway we
canhelp to makelifemore
affordable,aswellasproviding
more certainty in the faceof
volatileprices at thepetrol
pump.Itwill alsohelp reduce
thefuel burdenonbusinesses,
andfarms.
There’snoeasyfix forthe cost
of living,but we’re takingarange
of actions to easethe pressure
we’re seeing.
Thefirstofour newcostof
living payments willgoout soon,
supportingmore than two
million people. We’re alsofixing
thesupermarket sectorand
increasing competition,tomake
sure thatKiwispay afairprice at
thecheckout.
We willcontinuetosupport
Kiwis in the faceofglobal
inflation,aswellashelping
familiesand businesseshere in
MidCanterbury, andacross the
country, getahead.

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CLUB NEWS
Ashburton Friendship and Entertainment
Concerts July 3and July 17: Abit of aslow
start on the 3rd but we got into the swing with
the club orchestra Lorraine, Robin, Geordie,
Shirley,and Neil. They playedanexcellent line
up of music from the past. Lorraine usually
only plays if she has Geordie for support, so
we had alovely item from the two of them. We
have been working on getting asolo out of
Lorraine asshe can certainly play that piano.
Next up –Neil and Jessie, who as always
are good value and very encouraging to other
members trying new things.
Crossword puzzle sketch champions Graham
and Bill were very entertaining. Good one
fella.
Shirley did asolo stint on her accordion. A
great sound and she played some memorable
old songs.
Our guest artists Barry and Glenys Kirwan
delivered some beautiful songs and were very
well received.
Alan Andrews followed with some good
old renditions on his keyboard, and he is
another great musician.
The Cross St gang played several songs,
and they are great to listen to. They have
regular rehearsals and sound cohesive.
We can’t forget the skiffle group. This is
anybody and everybody who wants to have a
go. Neil and Robyn lead it and ensure the
music is for everyone toplay. Iwould like to
see more of this.
The 17th afternoonwas looking abit bleak
for awhile. Ann and Iwent off to stay with
grandchildren for a few days and our programme
for the concert began to dwindle due
to sickness. First, we lost John due to covid
contact and then our guest artist was out of
action with the flu. Another muso Bill, who was
to join Neil and Jessie also had to pull out.
BUT… we have agreat pool of musicians
in our club, and they all rallied to ensure we
had a full programme. Thanks so much to
everybody. After the ever-enjoyable orchestra
of Lorraine, Robyn, Neil, and Shirley playing,
Lorraine did a solo bracket. Thank you
Lorraine. You know Iwill be ringing you again
now.
Neil and Jessie were up next, and this time
Jessie played the ukulele as well. These two
are very talented and have a great sound.
There is often abit of banter aswell! Then we
had Harold with his ditties, poems, and awee
story. Humour there for sure. Hope you have
more in that repertoire because I’ll be asking
again.
Robynput the whole Cross St gang up and
Irene did afew solos during their programme.
Great to see so many different people playing
and all with something different to offer
musically.
Last, but not least the skiffle group played.
Everyone looks happyand it seemstoremove
stress from most of us for a few minutes.
Maybe it’s because if someone makes a
mistake nobody cares, and we carry on. That’s
how it should be. Once again thanks to Jessie
for the afternoon teas, Donalda, and Jim for
the raffles.
Ashburton Electronic Organ and Keyboard
July meeting: After playing in on the organ
President Michael Kingsbury welcomed a
small gathering of members and visitors to our
July meeting. He also welcomed our new
incomingoffice bearers and committee.Thank
you to all who braved avery wet and wild
evening to support our performers tonight.
The programme was put together by Colin
Crone. First group on was the accordion trio of
Robin, Rose and Alison playing together as a
group for the first time.
We played awaltz, afoxtrot, Snow Waltz
and Lace Covered Window with Rose harmonising.
Colin and The Wednesday Pickers from
the Christchurch area played many lovely
tunes on their ukeleles including aSwedish
folk song, an Irish medley, aCossack tune
from Ukraine, Chopsticks, arecorder ensemble
and aSpanish number. Included intheir
programme were two duets.
Suzie Early is avery entertaining Boogie
Woogie pianist playing 3brackets including
Mona Lisa, Bill Bailey and Elvis tunes from the
movie just out. We all end up exhausted!!
Great fun to listen to as always. After the
raffles we were entertained by local country
music singers Lanae and Bruce Hill. They
sang alovely bracket including asong written
by Lanae’s Mum with the music written by
themselves. Thank you for coming to sing to
us tonight. Next on was the Wednesday
Pickers again with another group of tunes, all
played without music. This time we had a
Boogie, The Israeli National Anthem, acouple
of waltzes, including the Skaters Waltz by
Colin, agreat rendition of Chariots of Fire and
finishing off with aBrazilian folk song called
Samba Ole. Thank you so much for travelling
down to entertain us tonight. Nice to see you
taking some raffle prizes home too. Ienjoyed
seeing all your different instruments. Thank
you Colin for organising such alovely varied
evening.
Mid Canterbury Central Friendship
July 2022 meeting: President Merv welcomed
49 members to our wet July meeting
and received
14 apologies. The members then stood for
amoments silence, in respect of the passing
of Rex Tarbotton, John Elms and Gavin
Letham.
Pres. Merv reminded usoftwo bus trips
that are planned to the Ellesmere District and
Oamaru.
Our mini speaker was our well known
historian, Gilbert Donaldson who spoke about
his days at Lynford and Hinds Primary and
Ashburton Technical Schools. He showed his
birth certificate and baby book which stated he
was agood baby. From his old leather school
bag he produced his metal lunch tin (but no
sandwiches), an empty milk bottle with a
cardboard top ,aruler and apencil case with
pencils, rubber, anib and fountain pen and a
biro pen. He then produced ashaving strap
which was commonly used for disciplining the
students. Onone occasion when the children
were caught smoking some “Camel” brand
cigarettes in the school dug-out they were
instructed totell their parents. The ones that
didn't were subjected to the razor strop. One of
the head teachers was agood sportsman and
taught everyone to play tennis, then as the
next headmaster was avery good cricketer
they all had to play cricket. Among the many
other things he showed us were some of his
childhoodtoys, ration books from the war, and
books he has written on the history of the
Hinds district. After morning tea the main
speaker, Luke Sutton was introduced by Ken
Borland. Luke is the Squadron Leader of the
Ashburton Air Training Corp. After showing a
promotional video, he said he’s been in cadet
forces for 27 years and in command of the unit
for 17 years. Luke then gave us abrief history
of the role of the Air Training Corps and in
particular Ashburton Squadron No 24. The first
unit was established in 1864 in Dunedin and in
WW1 many cadets made up NCO’s and
Officers. In 1919 compulsory military training
was introduced but abolished again in 1932.
With the risk of aJapanese invasion in 1941
ATC was formed and the next year No 24 unit
in Ashburton was formed with officers and excadets
serving during WW2.
CMT was re-introduced in 1951 and all
mails aged 18 yrs of age had to attend. In 1958
CMT was abolished and replaced byaballot
system .There are about 100 ATC units in NZ
today with between 15 and 20 membersinthe
Ashburtonunit. Among their activities they can
be seen on duty at
ANZAC services .After answering questions
from the members Luke was presented
with agift and thanked by Ken Borland. The
meeting was concluded with the singing of the
national anthem.
Ashburton Toastmasters
Members of the Ashburton Toastmasters
braved the adverse weather recently to gather
for their regular dose of speaking and
communication leadership. Robert was toastmaster
of the day supported by a team of
evaluators, timekeeper and others to maintain
afull agenda for the evening.
Matt delivered an inspirational keynote
speech entitled‘Which path will you take?’ The
opening scene was set by arendition of poet
Robert Frost’s ‘The road not taken.’ Matt then
led us through three major phases of his life
where he weighed up his future options at
each crossroad. The message here was to
weigh up the options, make decisions, move
on, and not dwell on whether the appropriate
choice was made or not. ‘Finding MY way’ was
the title of Mike’s speech where he encouraged
listenerstofind atrusted mentor who can
provide non-judgemental advice when one is
needing direction.
Both speakers were introduced and evaluated
by Adi and Grace, respectively. The short
impromptu speeches section of the programme
called table topics was facilitated by
Jelle with avariety of unexpected but humorous
talk topics. The entertaining topics ranged
from salmon dancing awards to life as a
stubby bottle of beer. Ben led the overall
detailed general evaluation ofthe evening's
programmepraising the efforts of everyonefor
an entertaining evening of fun and variety. We
had three new faces in our midst this evening.
Welcome Renee, Nicole and Jan. The next
meeting is scheduled for 3August in the Doris
Linton Lounge, Ashburton RSA starting at
7:30 pm. Guests and visitors are most
welcome.
Ashburton MSA Petanque
On Sunday the Club held the Men’s and
Women’s Singles, with the largest numbers
we have had competing in this competition.
Neville Bensdorp won the Men’s Trophy,
runner up Stephen Fitzgerald, and 3rd was
Bruno Falco. In the Women’s section, Lani
Taraunu was the victor, with Karen Bensdorp
2nd and Karine Crum in 3rd place.
The strength and growth in our Club
continues with a few new members joining
recently from out of town. They like the fact
that we are playing on Saturdays which gives
them achance for more practice and games.
Numbers are also strong for the Canterbury
Doubles and Singles tournaments that
we are hosting in the first weekend ofAugust,
with competitors coming from Christchurch,
Alexandra, and two clubs in Dunedin. We are
pleased to announce that The Warehouse, is
sponsoring these two events.
Congratulations must go to Peter and Kate
Marriott, two popular members who recently
celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary
with afamily dinner. We welcome you to join
us on Tuesday, Thursday and/or Saturday at
1pm, at 115 Racecourse Road. Equipment
and tuition are available. Please note if a
tournament isbeing held on aSaturday, there
will be no social play, but you are most
welcome to come and watch.
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RESULTS
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Ashburton Bridge Club
Monday Evening –July 18th,
Individual &Walker Trophy
N/S 1st Chris Lovelock &
George Brown, 2nd Anne
Gilbert &Bev Blair, 3rd Mary
Bruce &Mervyn Jones
E/W 1st Ruth Logan &Joyce
Johnson, 2nd Bronwyn Oakley
&Sheryl Reid, 3rd Shirley
Durry &Ellenor Sullivan
Tuesday Evening –July 19th,
Ron Sutherland Trophy
N/S 1st Mary Buckland &
John McDonald, 2nd Lois Rose
&Maureen Kolkman, 3rd John
Shearer &Ian Doel
1st Trish Small &Jim
Rooney, 2nd Debbie Seddon­
Sewell &David Sewell, 3rd
Rewa Kyle &Trish Downward
Wednesday Afternoon­ July
20th, Valetta Trophy
N/S 1st Beth McIlraith &
Maree Moore, 2nd Janet Cuttle
&Colin Clemens, 3rd Kay Robb
&Rosemary McLaughlin
E/W 1st Val Palmer &Ian
Doel, 2nd Rewa Kyle &Trish
Downward, 3rd Mary Buckland
&Trish Small
Thursday Evening –July
21ST, 3rds
N/S 1st =Jim Rooney &Pat
Jordan and Ian Doel &
Rosemary McLaughlin, 2nd
Mike Holdaway &Rewa Kyle,
3rd Bev Blair &Ruth Logan
E/W 1st =Kay Robb &Wendy
Parr and Trish Downward &
Mary Buckland, 2nd Eric Parr &
Dee Murdoch, 3rd Colin
Clemens &Derek Newton
Ashburton Golf Club
Saturday Competition: Pro
Shop Day (Bisque Par)
Sega Golf Winner over the
Field: Brent McCabe 93­30­63
+11
2nd: Brian Fauth +9
3rd Rob McMillan +5
Other good nett scores were:
Pat Turton +5, Eric Parr +5,
Gerrard Gallagher +4, Trevor
Watson +4, Tonee Hurley +4,
Ron Carlson +3, Vince Carr +3,
Mitchell Leath +3, Sue Hastie
+3, Greg Fleming +3, George
Brown +3, Lynn Small +3 &
Pauline Bell +2.
Two’s: Terry Kingsbury x2,
Barry Jury, Brendon Davidson
&John Richards.
Nearest The Pins:
Hole 4# Brendon Davidson
Hole 8# John Ramsay
Hole 12# Brent McCabe
Hole 14#: Barry Jury
Sega Golf 9Hole Competition:
Stableford
1st: Richard Hansen 18pts
2nd Oliver Prince 18pts
3rd Sam Prince 17pts
4th Wendy Hopwood 16pts
Ashburton MSA Petanque
Club Women's Singles
Winner:­ Lani Taraunu
Runner up:­ Karen Bensdorp
Third:­ Karine Crum
Fourth:­ Lyn Whinham
Club Men's Singles
Winner:­ Neville
Bensdorp
Runner up:­ Stephen
Fitzgerald
Third:­ Bruno Falco
Fourth:­ Richard Browne
Allenton Bowling Club
Winter Bowls Results:
On Friday 22nd July
another round of the Hunt
Trophy triples was
contested and results were:
1st Murray Smallridge,
Mike Grice, Terry Caldwell 2
wins 14 ends 27 points
2nd Barry Molloy, Bob
Holdom, John Forde 2wins
13 ends 28 points
3rd Betty Beck, Maureen
Knox, Jan Suttie 2wins 13
ends 27 points
On Saturday 23rd July
another round of 2­4­2 pairs
and results were:
1st Mike Quinn, Wayne
Llyod 3wins 20 ends 45
points
2nd Linda Osborne,
Donalda Watson 3wins 17
ends 50 points
3rd Brent Mayson, Millie
Foggo 2wins 15 ends 27
points
Upcoming Events Winter
Bowls: Saturday 30nd July
Two Bowl Triples 12.00 pm
start. Good bowling
everyone.
Mid Canterbury Social
Wheelers
Nineteen riders, 23rd July
22 .1st. Don Sutton 27m 00s.
4f/t. 2nd. Roger Wilson 27m
00s. 3rd. Richard Kirwan
27m 01s. 4th. Doug Coley
27m 03s. 5th. Paul Williams
28m 34s. 6th. Larry Neal 24m
54s F/T. 7th. Michael
Gallagher 24m 55s 2f/t. 8th.
Rob Hooper 24m 55s. 3f/t.
9th. John Uden 29m 22s.
10th. Pam Harcourt 30m 53s.
11th. Lucy Kirwan 33m 12s.
12th. Kenny Johnston 32m
25s. 13th. Paul Hands 33m
37s. 14th. Brian Ellis 36m
18s. 15th. Kerry Clough 36m
19s. 16th. Dave Shurrock
34m 53s. 17th. Allan Johns
36m 56s. 18th. Mike Hansen
31m 13s. 19th. Brent Hudson
Punctured.
Tinwald Cycling
U17 Development.
24th July 22. Open 6.10km.
1st. Nick Dalley HT. Go.
CT.16m 13s. RT. 16m 13s.
2nd. Charlotte Neal HT. 5m.
CT.17m 01s. RT. 12m 01s.
3rd. Eliza McKenzie HT. 6m.
CT. 17m 51s. RT. 11m 51s.
Graded Results. A. 1st. Eliza
McKenzie. B. 1st. Charlotte
Neal. D. 1st. Nick Dalley
.2nd Race of the day. Teams
;Beat the Clock 1.4km.
Team. Nick Dalley 3m 14s.
Charlotte Neal 2m 38s. Eliza
McKenzie 2m 28s. =8m20s.
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MOTORING
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Mitsubishi leading the way at mid­year
Six months into the calendar year, Mitsubishi Motors
New Zealand (MMNZ) remains the country's favourite
car brand with 2000 retail sales in June.
Its commitment to retaining its No.1 market position
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These ongoing strong results are
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“Credit for our remarkable
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“We have rapidly gained market share over the past
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of the entire dealer network, as well as successfully
navigating the supply difficulties faced by the industry
globally,” he said.
Pointing to the success of Mitsubishi’s PHEV range,
Mr Cook said the team takes its responsibility in
helping to lower the country’s vehicle emissions very
seriously.
“Kiwis have embraced our PHEV technology and
both Outlander and Eclipse Cross PHEVs are
extremely well­equipped to meet that challenge, while
providing the functionality and performance our
customers expect.
“Our target for 2022 is for PHEV products to make up
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‘‘We have the right product to suit New
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our sales are testament to that.”
MMNZ’s exceptional performance was
been recognised by avisit from Mitsubishi
Motors Corporation president Takao Kato.
“This support means alot to our team,” Mr
Cook said.
“During his trip, Kato san pledged his
support to keeping MMNZ in the top spot for
the full year,’’ Mr Cook said.
‘‘We will all be working hard to ensure that
is the case and to keep supplying our loyal
customers with vehicles in atimely manner.”
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RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
OPEN HOME
OPEN HOME
HAMPSTEAD 6/19 Cambridge Street
Excellent Value!
Whatanopportunity here! Two bedroomend unit,
potential to add value. Private, fully fenced outdoor
livingand awell planted garden area. Separate
single garage.
ENQUIRIES OVER $289,000
VIEW
11.00-11.30am, Saturday30July
Stephen Watson
M 027 433 9695
DARFIELD 48 Graeme FooteStreet
Motivated to Sell!
• Three bedroomplus office, two bathrooms, new
brickhome on large 1711m2 section
• Modernkitchen, open plan dining/living/lounge
with log burnerand heat pump
• Blank canvasback yard, fully fenced and ready
to add your personal touch
• Double garage with internal access and
additional secure off street parking
• New build in anew subdivision,built to allow
future options
ENQUIRIES OVER $850,000
VIEW
1.30-2.00pm, Saturday 30 &Sunday
31 July
Dan van der Salm
M 021 918 233
Min Cookson
M 027 249 5417
pggwre.co.nz/ASH36319
pggwre.co.nz/ASH36194
OPEN HOME
NEW LISTING
MAYFIELD 62 MayfieldKlondyke Road
Country Living, Village Life
Agreat sized lifestyle property on the fringe of the
Mayfield village, this is perfect forcountry living with
all the perks of town. Within easy walking distance of
school and shops, you'll find this private and cosy
3-bedroom home, completewith open plan living
and alarge,covered verandah on awell fenced
section. Aseparate single garage has ahobby room
attached.The 2.6ha is divided into 5main paddocks
with aformed all-weather access track to the oversized,
two bay, fully enclosed lock-up, with another
two bays open. Well hidden, but open enoughto
view snow on the mountains.
ENQUIRIES OVER $850,000
GSTInclusive
VIEW
1.00-1.30pm, Saturday 30 July
Lyz Palmer
M 027 215 9813
DORIE ActonRoad
Maturing Forestry Investment Opportunity
• Buy as an investment, harvest, replant and off
set carbon
• Approximately 25.5ha forestryinvestment close
to Rakaia
• Mix of Pinus Radiata, Macrocarpa and
Eucalyptus trees
• Pruned, thinned and maintainedtohigh quality
DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY
PlusGST (if any)
(UnlessSold Prior)
Closes3.00pm, Friday2September
Dan van der Salm
M 021 918 233
Stephen Watson
M 027 433 9695
pggwre.co.nz/TIM36170
pggwre.co.nz/ASH36322
PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008
191 Burnett Street &
447West Street
Phone:03308 6173
ashburton@pggwre.co.nz
www.pggwre.co.nz
Trevor Hurley
Office Manager/Sales
M027 543 5799
Robin Ford
Rural Sales
M027 433 6883
Stephen Watson
Lifestyle &Residential
M027 433 9695
TimGallagher
Rural&Lifestyle Sales
M027 801 2888
Deborah Roberts
Residential Sales
M021 075 2180
Dan vander Salm
Rural &Lifestyle Sales
M021 918 233
Dannii May
Residential Sales
M021 0281 3310
Sharon Muir
Property Manager
B03308 6173
Tomoko Wright
Lifestyle &Residential
M021 124 6412
Kelsi Tait
Property Manager
B03308 6173
elping growthe country
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Rural Sales
M027 432 4028
AnnDwyer
Property Manager
B03308 6173
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Helping grow the country

OPEN HOME l 11.30am -12noon
135 Walnut Avenue,
Ashburton
•Solidasarock
•Large open plan kitchen, dining,lounge
•Renovated bathroom
•Good double garage with autodoors
and work bench
31 Tarbottons Road,
Tinwald
•Two separatetoilets
•Four good sized bedrooms
•Underfloor heating in living areas
•Eco friendly log burner
6Lane Street,Allenton
•Three double bedrooms
•Updatedheatpump and pellet fire
•Generous living area opening to
aconservatory
•Double garage
48B Elizabeth Street
•Great location
•Good sized well fenced yard
•Three double bedroomsand good sized
living area
•Tenantof9years,reliable and keento
stay
Enquiries Over
$480,000
Craig Philip
027 952 8722
EnquiriesOver
$599,000
Mark Williams
027 442 2281
Enquiries Over
$520,000
Debbie Boon
027 448 4006
Enquiries Over
$355,000
Craig Philip
027 952 8722
OPEN HOME l 11.00am -11.30am
1Michael Street,Rakaia
•Spacious master bedroom with en
suite, twodoublebedrooms plus office/
fourth bedroom
•Two separatelivingareas
•West side location, corner section
•Attached double garage with internal
access,plus separatestandalone
double garage.
18 Michael Street,Rakaia
•Brand new,tobecompleted early 2022
•Three bedroomsand twobathrooms
•214sqmfloorarea
•Pick your owninterior colour scheme
85 BowenStreet,Rakaia
•Spaciousopen plan living,with heat
pump and log burner
•Master bedroom with en suite, plus two
moredouble sized bedrooms
•1012sqm section with plenty of offstreet
parking
•Glasshouse and woodshed
12 Eliza Way, Rakaia
•1025sqm flatsection
•Domain views
•Lovely new Riverstone Park subdivision
•One of the last sections available
EnquiriesOver
$795,000
Roberta Counsell
027 228 7843
Enquiries Over
$765,000
Roberta Counsell
027 228 7843
$700,000
Roberta Counsell
027 228 7843
Enquiries Over
$295,000
Roberta Counsell
027 228 7843
118A Allens Road,
Ashburton
•Brand new and just foryou in this new
subdivision!
•Three bedrooms
•Ensuiteoffthe master
•Single garage with internal access
8Carters Road,
Allenton
•Three spacious bedrooms
•Double garage with internal access
•Ensuitewith tiledshower
•157.5sqm home on a450sqm section
9/369 Wrens Road,
Rangitata Huts
•Three bedrooms
•Great living,family bathroom/
laundry
•Two fabulous outdoor areas
•Excellentsheds to storethe toys and
tools
15 JagWay
•Four double bedrooms
•Double garage,internal access
•Two living areas
•Open plan kitchen and dining
Enquiries Over
$599,000
Mark Williams
027 442 2281
$684,000
Mark Williams
027 442 2281
$200,000
Debbie Boon
027 448 4006
Enquiries Over
$890,000
Mark Williams
027 442 2281
2497057

Methven 83 BarkersRoad
832sqm 3 2 2 2
PricebyNegotiation
View by appointment
Fee Ensor 021 705014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS,LICENSED UNDERTHE REA ACT 2008
Premium property, premium location
Escapetoyour own private oasis in Camrose, Methven. Thisimmaculately presented three bedroom home is
perfectlypositioned on aquiet rear section with thesun and mountainviewstakenintothoughtful consideration.The
outdoor areaisalso situatednearaprotected reserve. Conveniently located within ashort distance of the town
centre,local schools andamenities. You will also have theluxury of having amultitude of populareateriesand the
newly established Opuke Thermal Poolsand Spaatyour doorstep. Function, form, andconvenience make this home
abrilliantchoice for professional couples, retired folk,holidaymakers andinvestors.
bayleys.co.nz/5518811
OPEN HOME
Methven 60 SpaxtonStreet
513sqm 3 1 1
ForSale offers invitedover $470,000
View Sat 10-10.30amorbyappointment
Fee Ensor 021 705014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS,LICENSED UNDERTHE REA ACT 2008
Snug as abug
This alpine styled homepresents an opportunityfor the savvy investor, alock andleavefor the holidaymaker or a
lovelyhome forthe first home buyer. The70sqmfloor area is perfectlypositionedona513sqm section and boasts
three bedrooms and one bathroom. Apitched alpine ceilingwith quaint feature lighting makesthe open plan kitchen
andliving area feel spacious.The grounds are well established, with room forthe BBQand plenty of sunshinefor
sittingonthe patio andlistening to thebirds with your morning coffee.There is acosy logburner in the hubofthe
homethat creates arelaxingatmosphere.
bayleys.co.nz/5518678
Methven Lot 2, 33 Main Street
4,012sqm
PricebyNegotiation
View by appointment
Fee Ensor 021 705014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS,LICENSED UNDERTHE REA ACT 2008
The bestoftownand country
Only a500m stroll to thetown centre,this perfectly located 4,012sqmsection (subject to finalsurvey andtitle) sits on
theentrance to the stunning township of Methven.This siteisapremium location forfamilies,with both Mount Hutt
College and OurLadyofthe Snowslocated directlyacross the road, and Methven Primary schooljustaround the
corner, school drop-offs will be made alittle simpler. Town services are to the boundaryand there are limited
restrictivecovenantsinplaceonthe section, enabling you the opportunity to getcreativewithyour build.
bayleys.co.nz/5518246
Boundary lines are indicative only
Windwhistle Lot38/623ColeridgeRoad
546sqm
ForSale offers invitedover $249,000
View by appointment
Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387rosa.dekker@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS,LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008
Slice of paradise
On offer is Lot38Tussock Lane,aquiet,peaceful and private part of Terrace Downs Resort,situated overlooking the
fifth fairway and hasthe fourth green on your doorstep. This 546sqm (more or less) section in the heartofanalpine
paradisehas mountainsviews and thebonus of mature treessurrounding for shelter. Terrace Downsisaworldrenownedresort
located only ashort hour drive fromthe Christchurch international airport or 20 minutestothe
thrivingski villageofMethven. The resort boasts atop level18-hole golf course, with theclubhouse offeringan
excellentrestaurant andbar.
bayleys.co.nz/5518813
bayleys.co.nz

OPEN HOME
Mayfield Lot 2ArundelRakaiaGorge Road
4,575sqm 3 1 1
Asking Price $510,000
View Sat 10-10.30amorbyappointment
Simon Sharpin 027631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz
Mike Preston 027430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDERTHE REA ACT 2008
The hard workisdone
Located on the edge of the Mayfield township is this threebedroom, one bathroom home.Recently relocated from
Christchurch, thishouse on 4,575sqm(subject to finalsurvey) of land is the perfect start forthosewantingthe
country lifestyle. Having been recently renovated fromtop to toethisisanexcellent opportunity toown aproperty
wherethe hard workisall done. Featuringanew kitchen,bathroom,roofand carpetaswell as beingrewired and
plumbedwithanew heatpump installed priortosettlement,this homeneeds to be seentobeappreciated.Open
plan livingand external access from thekitchentoawest facingdeck, with fantastic views to themountains ensure it
is the perfect place to host family andfriends.
bayleys.co.nz/5518426
OPEN HOME
Tinwald 5Birchside Lane
938sqm 3 2 1 1
ForSale offers invitedover $630,000
View Sat 11-11.45am or by appointment
Mick Hydes 027 437 9696 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDERTHE REA ACT 2008
Handy to town
Built in 2013byDes Millar Construction this156sqm home hasplenty of scope to add valueand your own touches,
without delaysand the hassle of anew build. This well-maintained property is situated on a938sqm (moreorless)
sectiondownaprivate lane, justashortdrive or stroll into town, cafes, and agarden centre.Comprising three
bedrooms with built-inwardrobes,abathroom andseparatetoilet, it is perfect for afamily. Livingareas arekept cosy
by aclean air approved log fire and heat pump;aseparate kitchen, laundry,and single garage completethe picture of
this home. There is plenty of spacetoadd another garage or workshop as the sectionismainlylawn with some
perimeter plantings.the opportunities here are endless andaquick turnaround is possible.
bayleys.co.nz/5518965
Ashburton 97 Wills Street
1,014sqm 4 1 1 2
ForSale offers invitedover $649,000
View by appointment
Sam Gregory 0210283 8791 sam.gregory@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDERTHE REAACT 2008
Timeless character villa
This timeless 1910svilla is adream home youcan be proudtoown;move straightinand take advantage of all the hard
work of previousgenerations, alternatively take theopportunity to enhance value.
Built to last with many of theoriginalfeatures;ornate finials, high-stud ceilings, rimu flooring andstained-glass
accents.The 193sqm(moreorless) home comprises fourgenerous double bedrooms whichare accessed froma
central hallway.One hasanadditional spacethat can be used as an office, sunroom, or walk-in wardrobe. The family
bathroom has ashower overthe bath, vanity, and toilet, withasecond shower and toiletbeside thelaundry.
Aspacious lounge adjoins the modernisedgalley-style kitchen and dining area. You will be keptcozyinwinter with a
freestanding log burner, two heatpumps,ceilingand underfloorinsulation, and aLossnay home ventilation system.
bayleys.co.nz/5518725
Ashburton
132Burnett Street
Ashburton
92 East Street
909sqm
207sqm
Price by Negotiation
View by appointment
Ray Knight
027 4340139
ray.knight@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD,BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THE REA ACT 2008
Ashburton office building
• Recentlyrefurbishedand extension added in 2013
• Occupy or tenantand enjoy the returns
• NBS rating of 67%
• Vendors arewilling to entertainoptions of alease
bayleys.co.nz/5518123
For Sale offers invited over $118,000 +GST (if any)
View by appointment
Ray Knight
027 434 0139
ray.knight@bayleys.co.nz
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THE REA ACT 2008
Vacant commercialland
Offers invitedover Rateable Valueplus GST (if any)
• 207sqm (moreorless)freeholdtitle
• AccessavailablefromEastStreet andDobson Street
• Suitablefor awide range of buyers
bayleys.co.nz/5518749
Boundary lines are indicative only
bayleys.co.nz

NEW LISTING
Baybury Views, Majors Road, Geraldine
611 -969sqm
IMAGINE LIVING AT THE FOOT OF THE ALPS IN SOUTHERN CANTERBURY
WITH UNLIMITED ACCESS TOTHE GREAT OUTDOORS.
Well now you can at the stunningly affordable Baybury Views, located inthe
sought-after Geraldine property market. These sections range in size from 611sqm
to 969sqm with prices starting from $195,000. There are services to the boundaries
and covenants are inplace toassure investors of the quality of the development.
Geraldine is abeautiful market town nestled between the Orari and Hae Hae Te
Moana River, there’s something for everyone.
The town and wider region is an unmissable destination packed with lots of
adventures and activities for you and your whole family. Bike, ski, art, walk, drink,
eat, shop, work, stay –this town is ahaven for art and creativity with an amazing
array of shops, craft centres and activities.
These sections are inafast-developing area sought-after by investors and homeowners
alike. Youwould be best toact promptly given Canterbury, Otago and the
Lakes District are still performing well in the current property market.
To discuss your confidential interest further, call our team now.
FOR SALE
From $195,000
VIEW
Request aprivate viewing.
Scott Parkin
027 598 2833
scott.parkin@remax.co.nz
Jarrod Ross
027 259 4644
jarrod.ross@remax.co.nz
remaxtowntocountry.co.nz/TTC1055
Town to Country
Each office independently owned and operated
Town to Country Real Estate Ltd | Licensed REAA 2008
Prices/availabilities subject to change without notice

Ashburton
46 CAMBRIDGE STREET 4 1 2
4+BEDROOM FAMILY HOME!
Location is perfect for family living, right next
door to a kindergarten, short walk to the
school, sports hall &local park &playground.
4bdrms +asleepout for either ateenager,
guests or a home office. Separate large
garage with loads of storage. BEO $339,000
22 BRUCEFIELD AVENUE
WARM &COSY
3 1 1
This warm & cosy, permanent material,
1980’s classic home features 3dble bdrms,
gas hot water, single garage &lots of OSP.
Located close to schools &shops, with town
just down the road. Offers over$449,000 -All
offers considered on 26 July 2022 at 4.00pm.
View
Saturday 10.00 -10.30am
ljhooker.co.nz/75HYK
Agent
Manu Otene 022 308 6885
View
Saturday 11.00 -11.30am
ljhooker.co.nz/7NHYK
Agent
Manu Otene 022 308 6885
17A NORMANDY STREET 4 2 2
ONCE ASHOW HOME /FAMILY LIVING
Affordable near new home beautifully
maintained•Openplan kitchen/dining/living
•Sep. lounge •Sep. washhouse •WIR •Over
1/4 acre section •Fully Fenced • Positioned
for the sun. BIR PBN $700K -$750K
All offers considered after Wednesday, 13
July 2022 2pm.
View
By Appointment
ljhooker.co.nz/7KHYK
Agent
Julie Srhoy 021 354 885
45 TANCRED STREET 4 1 6
HOME W/ GARAGING +SUBDIVISION
Potential plus exudes here, modern family
home with 4bdrms, HRV, wood burner, o/p
kitchen/dining/lounge. Two titles, Section
offering the ultimate subdivision (subject to
survey) up to 6sections. Shed with facilities/
sleep out, storage shed/garage up to 6. BEO
$689,000
View
By Appointment
ljhooker.co.nz/79HYK
Agent
Julie Srhoy 021 354 885
7CHAPMAN STREET 2 2 4
RAKAIA BUSINESS CENTRE
An entrylevel solid investment. Large 2023m2
opportunity on offer in 2titles, original old
home &alargework shop with apit +upstairs
storage. With modern interior you can rent
or use as office space. Great opportunity
to purchase for business or investment
to lease. BEO $689,000 + GST (if any)
View
By Appointment
ljhooker.co.nz/7BHYK
Agent
Julie Srhoy 021 354 885
3DAVIS CRESCENT 6 2 1
LIVE IN ONE RENT THE OTHER
•Six Bedrooms •Sunny North Facing Lounges
•Separate Kitchen, Laundry &Toilets •Large
Double Garage •Rented at $590p/w •1002m2
Section with potential to subdivide (subject
to survey). This is an oustanding opportunity
to secure this unqiue property &benefit from
it’s rental return. BEO $500K -$550K BIR PBN
View
By Appointment
ljhooker.co.nz/6ZHYK
Agent
Julie Srhoy 021 354 885
SOLD
114 THOMSON STREET 3 1 1
CUTE AND COMPACT IN TINWALD
3 bdrm home with easy care fully fenced
section. Just ahop skip and jump to Tinwald
School! O/p living allows for easy heating
via h/pump. Bath +shower with extraction.
Int. access single garage. Freshly painted
roof, ready for its new owner. BEO $279,000
View
SOLD SOLD SOLD
ljhooker.co.nz/6THYK
Agent
Manu Otene 022 308 6885
51 MAYFIELD KLONDYKE ROAD
PICTURESQUE VIEWS LIFESTYLE SECTION
•1.31ha &1.26ha Bareland •Residential D•1
min to Mayfield shops •26min to Ashburton
Set back from the road with shared
driveway, the spectacular property covers 2
sections of flat land &positioned for the sun
&Mountains. Opportunity to subdivide down
to 4000m2 (subject to survey). PBN
View
By Appointment
ljhooker.co.nz/6PHYK
Agent
Julie Srhoy 021 354 885
1946 ARNOLD VALLEY ROAD
BUILD OR BANK THE LAND!
These exceptionally private sections offer the
ultimate lifestyle with the Moana township
just astroll away. Situated approx 50 mins
from Hokitika, Lake Brunner is amagnet for
tourists &Christchurch residents. Everything
is right at your doorstep. 2freehold titles left.
Asking Price $259,000 +GST (if any)
View
By Appointment
ljhooker.co.nz/6GHYK
Agent
Manu Otene 022 308 6885
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Sales &Listings
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TOTAL VALUE
OF PROPERTIES
SOLD
IN THE LAST 12
MONTHS
HIGHEST
PROPERTY
SALE PRICE OVER
THE PAST 12
MONTHS
SUCCESSFUL
TRANSACTIONS
PLENTY OF SALES
EXPERIENCE TO
HELP YOU BUYOR
SELLYOUR HOME
SATISFIED
CUSTOMERS
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$1,110,000
200+
8YEARS
100%
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021 597 527 | armand.vandereik@raywhite.com
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69 Trevors Road, Ashburton 10:00-10:30am 3 1 2 AHB30324
111a Thomson Street,Tinwald 10:00-10:30am 3 2 2 AHB30264
36 Reighton Drive, Ashburton 10:30-11:00am 3 3 2 AHB30282
81 Park Street,Ashburton 11:00-11:30am 2 1 1 AHB30327
1/42 Aitken Street,Ashburton 11:00-11:30am 2 1 1 AHB30342
2Turton Street,Ashburton 11:00-11:30am 3 1 2 AHB30326
107 Creek Road, Ashburton 11:00-12:00pm 4 1 0 AHB30328
8b Belt Road, Ashburton 11:15-11:45am 3 1 2 AHB30322
37 Geoff Geering Drive, Ashburton 11:30-12:00pm 4 2 2 AHB30244
59 Forest Drive, Methven 11:30-12:00pm 3 1 2 AHB30259
2Davis Crescent, Ashburton 11:45-12:15pm 3 1 0 AHB30306
17 Kitchener Street,Ashburton 12:00-12:30pm 3 1 2 AHB30259
Open Home
15 Reed Street, Hinds 12:00-12:30pm 4 1 4 AHB30331
48 Hakatere Drive, Ashburton 12:30-1:00pm 3 1 2 AHB30259
29 Davis Crescent, Ashburton 12:45-1:15pm 3 1 1 AHB30299
SUNDAY 31ST JULY
15 Reed Street, Hinds
*Four bedrooms (3 double, 1single)
*Open plan modern kitchen, dining, living
*Log Fire, Heat Pump, HRV& Eco Panel
*Double garage plus carport
*Plus additional garage and workshop
*Loads of off street parking
*1/4 acre section
*Townwater &septic tank
*LIM available
Tender
closing 5August 2002, at
4:00pm
View
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4 1 4
Kim Miller
027 236 8627
NO OPEN HOMESTODAY
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB30331
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA 2008)
Open Home
69 Trevors Road, Ashburton
No need to think twicewhen looking at placing an offer
on this home. Well cared forand loved bythe current
owners, this home can onlybedescribed as fabulous
easyliving. Great back yard,with garaging that would be
an envy formost and averytidy section.
rwashburton.co.nz/AH30324
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA 2008)
Set Date of Sale
closing 2August 2022, at
3:00pm (unless sold prior)
View
Saturday10:00 -10:30am
3 1 2
Lynne Bridge
027 410 6216
Open Home
111a Thomson Street, Tinwald
*Brick 2008 built townhouse
*Coloursteel roof
*Double glazed aluminium windows
*Generous open plan kitchen, dining and living
*Master bedroom with ensuite &WIR
rwashburton.co.nz/AH30264
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA 2008)
ForSale
Offers over$630,000
View
Saturday10:00 -10:30am
3 2 2
Cheryl Fowler
0274 612 614
Open Home
29 Davis Crescent, Ashburton
3 1 1
Open Home
107 Creek Road, Ashburton
4 1 0
Make this your first home oradd to your rental
portfolio. Completely redecorated throughout with:
*New roof recently
*New carpet and newvinyl
*New curtains and newpaint internally
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB30299
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA 2008)
SetDate of Sale
closing 2August 2022, at
3:00pm (unless sold prior)
View
Saturday12:45 -1:15pm
Armand vander Eik
021 597 527
First home buyer or investors property on the ever
popular Creek Road.
*Modernised kitchen and dining area
*Two toilets
*Compliant log fire &HRV system
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB30328
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA2008)
ForSale
Offers over$410,000
View
Saturday11:00am -12:00pm
BruceMcPherson
027 438 4250
Denise McPherson
027 242 7677
Kim Miller
Sales Consultant
027 236 8627
Denise Russell
Sales Consultant
027 432 9717
ChrissyMilne
Sales Consultant
027 290 6606
Cheryl Fowler
Sales Consultant
027 461 2614
Margaret Feiss
Sales Consultant
021 751 009
ShirleyFitzgerald
Sales Consultant
027 220 1528
Carey VonLubke
Property Manager
027 697 6948
Armand vander Eik
Sales Consultant
021 597 527
Lynne Bridge
Sales Consultant
027 410 6216
Mike Grant ncre
Sales Consultant
021 272 0202
BruceMcPherson
Sales Consultant
027 438 4250
Denise McPherson
Sales Consultant
027 242 7677
Manjit Singh
Sales Consultant
020 4079 3871
Janene McDowell
Property Manager
027 287 3388
96 TancredStreet, Ashburton 03 307 8317 Main Road,Tinwald 03 307 8317
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Interior and Exterior Painting
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Thursday9.15am -1.45pm
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Victoria Street,
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Phone: (03) 308 6772
2461605
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2481932
ALL PAINTING REQUIREMENTS
including
Interior andexterior Roofs
Residential andcommercial
Interior gibstopping
Anyjob bigorsmall
Call Tony 0273283124
2478415
Ash Solar Power
South Island
www.ashsolarpower.com
2461484
ALL THINGS CANVAS &PVC
*Awnings/Shade sails/Dropblinds*Auto seat covers &repairs
*Hay&bin covers *PVC covers &repairs
*Ute tonneau covers *Furnitureupholsteryrepairs
*Commercial
PHONE TRAVISHOWDEN 027 922 4544
2461554
WINTER
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on selected sets of Bridgestone and Firestone tyres
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PARTS&ACCESSORIES
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• Kitchen Utensils & Accessories
• Full Awnings & Parts
• Roof Hatches
• Generators
OIL &FILTER
PACKAGE^
$
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Bridgestone Tyre Centre Ashburton
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*Selectedtyres only.^Includes up to 4.5litresofPenrite oiland
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03 307 0506
154 Dobson Street, Ashburton
www.threesixtycollision.co.nz
admin@threesixtycollision.co.nz
Approved repairer for:
Advice &Insurance
2494479
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our full range
Available from:
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19 J.B. Cullen Drive, Ashburton
Phone 307 8353
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•Restoration
•Modifications
•Rust Removal
•Custom Fabrications
•WOF Reports
• MagWheel Repairs &Painting
16 Cass Street,Ashburton. 03 308 0387
johnsons.panelpaint@gmail.com
www.johnsonspanelpaint.co.nz
•CARS •4WDs •CAMPERVANS
Automotive
Diagnostics &
Servicing
03 308 6646
•Automotiveservicing,repairs
and diagnostics
•Latest scan tools and
servicedata
•All makes and models including
European and Japanese
•Vehicle transportand recovery
TheBig Blue Shed
CnrJohn &McLean Street,Ashburton
2461487
NEED ASPARKY?
Prompt Service Guaranteed
EXPERIENCED RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL ELECTRICIAN
Repairs and renovations
Switchboardupgrades
LED lighting systems
House rewires
Sheds,garages,sleepouts
Call 021 576 044
2458119
GODSELL
BRICKLAYING
JukeBox Hire
Weddings,21st,
PrivateFunctions
Sound Systems &Lighting Hire
Phone DJ Dave
03 308 5106
027 251 0015
www.soundmanagement.co.nz
2494834
•Houses
•Feature Walls
•Fences
•Blocklaying
Chris Godsell
027 274 2533
AH 308 7117
godsell@xtra.co.nz
2481921
115 Archibald Street,Tinwald,Ashburton
Phone /Fax: (03) 307 2354
enquiries@tinwaldcanvas.co.nz www.tinwaldcanvas.co.nz
2496464
ashburtoncranes2015@gmail.com
2461470
Sales l Service l Repairs
E-BIKES l MOTORCYCLES
P 03 308 7982 - E cliff@mckayanddonaldson.co.nz
W www.mckayanddonaldson.co.nz -734 East Street,Ashburton
Computer/Tech Help
Need personalised help with your
computer, programs orbackups?
Trouble with your –PC–iPhone/iPad
–printer –network –electronic stuff?
Special price for Seniors
Iwill come to you.
Call Frank 021-120-9292
MSc (Electronic Engineering)
Apple and Windows logos belong to their respective companies
EFTPOS available
Kitchen dreams can come true
Custom madeand designed especiallyfor you
Free measure and quote
2461567
2461472
We offer the following:
• Gutter and DownpipeCleaning • Weed Spraying
• Moss,Mouldand Lichen Spraying • Spider Proofing
• Gorse and BroomSpraying • FenceLineSpraying
• Chimney/Flue Cleaning $90 • Heat Pump Service$90
MENTION THIS AD WHEN BOOKING FOR A10% DISCOUNT
ON GUTTER AND DOWNPIPE CLEANING
Call Allan on 027 209 5026 an let us know howwecan help
ASHBURTON
GLASS LTD
Experts in glass
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youvalue the
smartway
Manage your
safety&security
anywhere, anytime
2461458
308-3918
214Wills Street
Ashburton
www.ashburtonglass.co.nz
office@ashburtonglass.co.nz
2460135
Retrofit Double Glazing
Aluminium Windows and
Doors Replacement
Glass ShowerEnclosures
Glass Splashbacks and more
027 2796771
www.3krtrader.co.nz l 163 Tancred Street,Ashburton
NEAT GARDENS
Does your garden need monthly
maintenancetokeep it tidy and
looking good through the seasons?
Or perhaps just need aone off tidy
or pruning completed?
We can help!
Allgarden wasteremoved
ContactCAROLYN Phone: 027 267 5403 or 308 2333
Email: cccolt@xtra.co.nz
PETFOOD SUPPLY
Fresh &frozenfood available
Beef &wild gamemince
Dogrolls Dogbones
Frozenchucks
Briskets
Locally
owned and
operated
2478421
606 East Street,Ashburton
www.kitchenexpress.co.nz
03 3077131
2475761
Call 0800 788 393
57 Dobson Street,Ashburton
www.masterguard.co.nz
HartleyCurd 021 328 301
Keeping our communitysafefor over25years
2497309
027 461 9162
jenandmilzyspetfood@gmail.com
99 Archibald Street,Tinwald,Ashburton
WE TAKE CARE OF UNWANTED LIVESTOCK
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2461603
WILSONS
GLASS
Wilsons Windscreens 2018 Ltd
We areyour one stop glass shop for
AUTO and HOUSE
REPAIR or REPLACE
“Your placeorours”
2461606
152 Wills Street,
Ashburton
Ph.308 8485
022 391 8136
alex@alexreadelectrical.co.nz
INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL &COMMERCIAL |24/7 SERVICE
“we clean to a
standard,
not aprice”
UNDER NEWAshburton
OWNERSHIP
Same exceptional CleaningServices
level of service
&quality cleaning
• regular full house cleans
• one off spring cleans
• farm houses
• builders cleans
•
100% LOCAL
03 307 2656
www.ashburtoncleaning.co.nz
2461465
Our authorised techniciansns
service and repair all
makes and models of
sewing machines and
overlockers
OPEN 7DAYS9.30am -4.30pm
Main South Road, Tinwald Ashburton | Phone 307 6277
www.anniesquilts.co.nz
2497306
GREAT
RATES
NewPCs
and Laptops
forsale
•Manufacturer and supplier of
Rylock aluminium windows and doors
•Retrodouble glazing installers foradrier,
warmer,quieter home
Forafreequote, contactDavid &Lorayne Oakley
PHONE 308 8493. EMAIL: owdrylock@gmail.com
8A John Street,Ashburton
2494730
Letthe team at
Insideout takecareof
all your painting and
property maintenance
• Painting
• Carpentry
• Renovations
• Projectwisdom
• Maintenance&repairs
2010 LTD
Call Shanetodayon03307 7071
2461560
PC Repairs, Set-up and Tutoring
Icome to youday or evening!
•PCRepairs/Sales •Networks/Servers
•Firewalls/Security •Spyware Clean-up •Training
20 YearsExperience Microso Cerfied Professional
NETWORKS FIREWALLS AND PCS LTD
Robin Johnstone 67 Aitken Street, Ashburton
P: 03 308 1440 C: 027 768 4058
robinbj@xtra.co.nz
2461569
Forall your tyre requirements,
see the localexperts
•Wheelalignments
•Wheelbalancing
197Wills Street,Ashburton l www.neumannstyres.co.nz
Phone 03 308 6737 (24 hrs –after hours call out applies)
2461571
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Maddie helps with judging
Maddie Taylor is learning to spread
her wings.
The Ashburton13­year­old has
grown up surrounded by bantam
birds andher fondness for theflock
has been installed by her father,
John.
Withher clip­board at theready,
Maddie spentlast week helping her
father judge the birdsondisplayat
the Oamaru Poultry,Pigeon And
Canary Society’s annual show.
After beinginvolved in shows since
‘‘day dot’’, Maddie grew up watching
her father’s birds andthinking they
were ‘‘cool’’.
Nowadays, while she still helped
out with her father’s birds, Maddie
also cared for her owncoup.
‘‘I like seeingdifferent breeds and
seeing how twodifferent breeds mix
together,’’ Maddie said.
Mr Taylorsaiditwas ‘‘quite cool’’
his daughter had takentohis hobby
but the familyconnection did not stop
there.
His wife, Karen, was also ajudge
and his sons Joshua, 10, and Harry, 3,
got involved‘‘a wee bit’’
Growingup, Mr Taylor, whois
presidentofthe Ashburton Fanciers
Society, was introducedtothe
poultry world through family friend,
Brian Glassey.
Mr Taylorwas given acoupleof
birds andprovided with lotsof
encouragement, beforehegot started
on hisown with game bantams and
buff pekins.
His hobby grewthrough the years
—now he had ‘‘hundreds of birds’’
and began judging at shows about10
years ago.
For 15 years he had beencomingto
theOamarushow, at theDrill Hallin
Itchen St, and loved the variety of
birds and the camaraderie.
~Oamaru Mail
Maddie Taylor with dad, John, at
the Oamaru Poultry, Pigeon and
Canary Society’s annual show.
PHOTO KAYLA HODGE
NEWS
Ashburton Courier, July 28, 2022
51
Kiwis supporting
Women’s cause
Kiwis gifted an impressive14,628 Safe Nights to
the recent Women'sRefuge Great Night In and,
indoing so, helpedtoprotect women and
children at risk of domestic violence.
Offerswere snapped up within daysand
partnercompanies added evenmore deals to
keepupwith demand.
Women’sRefuge chief executive Dr AngJury
was delightedsomany gotinvolved in theGreat
Night In.
“It’sheartwarming that generous Kiwis made
their GreatNight, aSafeNight. It’s astark
realitythatsome whānauinAotearoa can’t stay
at home and need ourservices.
‘‘Wehope everyone who thoughtfully
selected abundleknows their donationis
going towardsWomen’s Refugesupporting
women andchildren building lives free from
family violence. Ahuge thank you also to the
partners who werebehind the Great NightIn
too.”
All those who supported the Great NightIn
also gifted Safe Nights for women andchildren
in need around Aotearoa.
EachSafe Night keeps someone safe from
family violence and gave them access to asafe
bed, hot meals, security, and advice.
The country’s inauguralevent included
dealsoffered by participating companies Hell
Pizza, Whittaker’sChocolate, Garage Project,
The Warehouse, Ceres Organics, AS Colour,
Dermalogica, Delivereasy or Neon. Contact
Energy came to the party by matching 5000
Safe Nights donationsand ThreeNow ran adfree
movie favourites.
Safe Night advocate Miranda Harcourt said
New Zealand’s response to the Great Night In
wasclassic Kiwi.
“New Zealanders aresogenerous­and they
really dug deep to support theGreat Night In.
They also showed how much theyjust love to
be withfamily, cosying down to eat pizza and
chocolate, and watch the telly!
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SELL
DRY Pine Cones - $6. per
bag. Available from Ashburton
Menzshed - 8
William St, 9am to 2pm
Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday. Phone 029 236
7723. Delivery by negotiation.
KNITTING wool. 8 ply in
assorted colours. Now on
special at only $5 per ball!
Geraldine Alpaca Centre,
76 Talbot St, Geraldine.
Phone 03/6937363.
LPG
REFILLS
Small LPG cylinders
Off Street Parking
Available
Arthur Cates Ltd
26 McNally Street
Ph 308 5397
Riverside Industrial Estate
LPG REFILLS
9kg cylinders
$28.50
Anysizecylinder filled
17 Grey St,Ashburton
Phone 307 2707
2493751
2493763
POSSUM merino gloves.
Mens and womens.
Assorted colours. Full
finger and fingerless.
Priced from $24 pair.
Geraldine Alpaca Centre,
76 Talbot St, Geraldine.
Phone 03/6937363.
SHOTGUN 12 gauge. Large
gun safe. Old brass fire
extinguisher. Electric chainsaw.
Phone 021 140 1392.
WANTED TO BUY
ASHBURTON Scrap Metal
Recyclers buy heavy metal
etc. Free light-grade metal
in-yard dumping 9am-5pm
weekdays. 117 Alford Forest
Rd, (behind
PlaceMakers). Phone 03
308 8033 or 027 249 6625.
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REPORTERS
Star Media is seeking reportersto
join its Christchurch news room.
The roles coverarangeof news from the metropolitan
focusedThe Star to neighbourhood community titles.
The successfulapplicants will needto haveapassion
forstorytelling andthe communitiestheywillwrite
about,and liveand breathe journalism.
If youthink youhavewhatittakes to be part of a
progressivecompany andcompetitive news room
send your CV to EditorinChiefBarryClarke,
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SITUATIONS WANTED
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semi-retired, looking for
work. Tipper/t&t/digger/
loader experience. Consider
anything. Contact
Peter on 027 815 1434.
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2376123
SITUATIONS WANTED
2481142
2496683
SITUATIONS WANTED
DAIRYFARM WORK WITH
ACCOMMODATION
Experienced worker looking forfull time
work with accommodation
10 years -relief milker
9years –calf rearer
1season–full time
Family of 3relocating backtoCanterbury
from the North Island.
ContactRebecca on 027 398 1774
2500866
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Trainee Funeral Director
Operating as apartofour team at Paterson’s Funeral
Services in Ashburton, you’ll guide our families
through their journey with us. Aspart ofyour role,
you’ll meet with them to understand their needs,
provide solutions,products and services thatrespond
to their varietyofrequests.
About the role:
• Talk topeople from all walks of life, guiding them
through the funeral arrangement
• Repond to family enquiries displaying consistently
high levels of professionalism
• Gather information, and confidently guide, with
clear information that provides the solution they
require
• Participate in creating and maintaining apositive,
supportiveand rewarding team environment
• Continuously keep up to date with policy, product
and process knowledge
About you:
• You’ll have some life experience –understanding
and empathyfor people will serve youwell!
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working with
customers facetoface(such as retail management,
eventmanagement,hospitality, aviation, tourism)
• Bequick leaner,aswedealwith alot of information
• Able to convey information in away families will
understand
• Physically fit and mentally resilient
• You’ll need to be reasonably technically savvy and
able to multitask well to ensure information is
captured accurately
• Proven experience using Microsoft Office, CRM
systems,Computers/iPad
• Flexibilitytoworkweekends and public holidays as
partofanon-call roster
If this sounds like you, express your interest by
sending us your CV.
Email your CV to barry@patersonsfunerals.co.nz
Expressions of interest close on Friday 5August 2022.
Paterson’s
Ashburton
FDANZ
03 3077433
Butchery
Assistant
2501901
New World Ashburton isalocally owned and
operated store with areputation for providing
excellentcustomer service.
We take pride in our Butcherydepartmentbeing
able to produce fresh and quality cuts to our
customers.
We are looking for someone to assist with
packaging and labelling our products and who
will take pride in presenting product to our
high standards. AsanAssistant you will also be
required to assist our Butchers in the final steps
of producing the quality cuts which they are
famous for.
Youwill be:
•Motivated and use your initiative
•Someone who is an excellentcommunicator&
team player
•Reliable and customer focused
•Able to follow our Food Safety and Health and
Safety procedures
•Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting
This position will be for39.5hours over four days:
Monday 9.00am-7.30pm
Thursday 9.00am –7.00pm
Friday 9.00am –7.30pm
Saturday 8.30am –7.00pm
If you are looking for the opportunity tojoin a
great team environment wewould love to hear
from you!
Please send your application to donalda.hartley@
newworld-si.co.nz including acover letter and
current CV.
Overseas applicants must hold New Zealand
permanent residency oravalid New Zealand
work permit.
Applications close: 6th August 2022
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SITUATIONS VACANT
SITUATIONS VACANT
Duty
Manager
SundaytoThursday2.00pm –11.00pm
New World Ashburton are looking for an
eager individual to join our locally owned and
operated storeasaDutyManager.
This position ideally would suit a motivated
individual who is wanting to take astep onto
the ladder of ahigher management role down
the track.
The successful applicant for this role will be
responsible for:
• Being the go to person instoreduring evening
shifts
• Taking responsibility for supervising evening
shifts and organizing resourcestoensurethat
Store presentation standards are met and
exceeded
• Liaising with general staff, Department
Managers, Store Manager and Owner /
Operators when required
• Ensuring that any customer issues (including
shoplifters) are dealt with in aprofessional
manner
Youwill be:
• Ateam player&customer focused
• Fast moving and physically able to lift heavy
weights
• Punctual, reliable and honest
• Great with time managementand be able to
make sound decisions under pressure
• Passionate about the delivering excellent
customer service
• Able to able tocomply with our Food Safety
and Health and Safety policy
Acurrent Duty Manager’s Certificate and forklift
licencewill be an advantage.
If you believe you are up for the challenge,
please email your expression of interest to:
donalda.hartley@newworld-si.co.nz
including acoverletter and current CV.
Overseas applicants must hold New Zealand
ResidencyorValid New Zealand work visa.
Applications close: 6th August 2022
2501087
Trainee Plasterer
This job will teach youskills in external plastering.
Youwill need to be physicallyfitfor this full time
position, with agood attitude towardswork.
Training could lead to an apprenticeship within
the construction industry.
Forfurther information contact
Abel Plastering,Leigh 021 887 544
HOMESITTERS REQUIRED
Ad# 40367
We are looking for mature,
animal loving homesitters
from October onwards in
Christchurch and
North Canterbury.
All lovely homes and pets.
Search postanote.co.nz
for more details.
2501809
TRADE &SERVICES
BUILD work to do? Contact
Kiwi Building and Maintenance
Ltd. Alterations,
Renovations, New builds
and repairs. Qualified
Tradesmen. Phone Cawte
027 418 7955.
TRADE &SERVICES
ALTERATIONS; Sewing
mending and trouser hemming,
curtain alterations
and curtain making. Call
Michelle on 027 352 7248.
CARPET Cleaning. Powerful
equipment and fast drying.
Upholstery, mats and rugs.
Experienced owner/operator.
Find us at www.
supersucker.co.nz or
phone John Cameron 027
435 1042.
CARPET 2YOU -for all your
flooring needs. Supplier
and installer of carpet and
vinyl, re-stretch and repair,
carpet cleaning. Phone
Mike Gill 027 491 4210.
CARR’S Chimney Cleaning,
servicing Ashburton and
surrounding districts, $70
per chimney. Phone
Rodney on 03 324 2999
and leave amessage.
CHARLIES Blind Cleaning
Service -same day service
and repairs. Charlie can
supply new blinds and
racks and will hang drapes.
Phone 03 307 1936 or 020
4169 0342.
CHIMNEY Sweep - for a
professional service call
Dan McKerrow, Chimney
Sweep and Repairs on 021
118 7580.
COMPUTER Problems? For
prompt reliable computer
servicing and laser engraving,
contact Kelvin, KJB
Systems Ltd, 4 Ascot
Place, Ashburton. Phone
308 8989. SuperGold discount
card accepted.
COMPUTER repairs, sales,
training, setup wirelessnetworks,
spyware
cleanup. On-site day or
evening. Low fees. Call
Robin Johnstone, Networks
Firewalls and PC’s Ltd, 308
1440 or 027 768 4058.
CONCRETE Services -
Driveways, paths, patios,
mowing edging. Decorative
Concrete Specialist operating
locally with 30 years
experience. No job too big
or small. Contactless service
offered. Phone Paul
021 152 1966.
ENGINEERING repairs, fabrication,
farm equipment
service and maintenance,
WOF repairs, machining
and welding. Odd jobs a
speciality. Mobile workshop.
Can Collect. Phone
Malcolm 0274 754 241.
FIRE Extinquisher sales and
servicing. On farm/
contractors - trucks/tractors/balers/combines/cars/
boats/caravans etc. Phone
Mack at Doors and More on
027 396 0361.
FLY control and spider
proofing. For all your
domestic and industrial
pest control needs phone
AJ Kerr at Ashburton Pest
Control on 03 308 8147 or
027 432 5447
TRADE &SERVICES
FURNITURE Removals. For
all your household removal
needs - urban, rural, lifestyle,
office relocations -
call Nudges Furniture
Removals, phone 027 224
0609.
GARDENING; Rose and
Hydrange pruning. General
clean up to make your
garden beautiful for spring.
Call Sandy 021 118 8158.
2499411
ENTERTAINMENT
Jesus Christ Super Star
Early BirdTickets until 31st July
Adult $55*, Student$49*
Presentedbythe AshburtonEvent
Centre in association with VarietyTheatre
Ashburtonand proudly sponsored by
Mediaworks.
Aglobal phenomenon thathas wowed
audiences and nowcelebrating its 52nd
anniversary.
GloryDays
Fri5th Aug-Sat6th Aug, 7-30pm
Alltickets $25* Contains adult language.
With asoaring pop-rock score, Glory
Days is apoignantand wittycomingof-age
storyabout friends searching for
understanding and validation as they
facethe consequences of growing up.
DirectedbyTobyLee; performed by final
year students of the National Academyof
Singing and Dramatic Art(NASDA)
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ENTERTAINMENT
MadDoggerel Cabaret –ArtsOnTour
Saturday20th August 7-30pm
Adults $25* /Groups 6+ $20*
Twopoets and amusiciancombine to
presentacomic and lyric portrait of
Aotearoa New Zealand and its placein
the South Pacific today. Acabaret full
of cascading words, wild musicalityand
lightning humour.
Tina –Simply TheBest
Thursday13th October8pm
Adult $61.30* /Group 6+ $56.30* /
Child $36*
Getthe electrifying concertexperienceof
Tina Turner with this full stage production
brimming with Tina hits from the 60’s,
70’s, 80’sand 90’s. Featuring the powerful
raspyvocals and thrilling stage presentof
Caroline Borole liveonour stage.
Having problems with your internal gutter systems?
Do your drains keep blocking,causing leakage into the soffits and even your house?
Areyour soffits falling out due to water rot?
We canconvert your internal gutters to standard external gutters.
2493723
GARDENING, mowing,
pruning, fertilising, projects
or general spruce ups? Call
Andrew at Spruce Gardens
to get the job done right.
027 765 2899 or 03 307
1693.
sprucegardens@xtra.co.nz
GUTTER Cleaning. Using a
vacuum system to clean
out the debris is a faster
and cleaner process. Call
Allan on 027 209 5026.
HEAT PUMPS: Service,
clean, repair and install.
Please call Silvery
Bauman, Ph 021 544 760.
LOCKSMITH/DOOR repairs.
Keys/locks, sliding and
bifold door roller repairs.
Mobile service. Call Nigel at
Doors and More on 027 516
7104.
PAINTER for all your painting
needs. No job too small,
inside or outside. Professional,
friendly service.
Phone Pete 03 308 1672 or
027 200 1619.
PLASTERING
&COATINGS
Rockcote. Waterproofing.
Texture/Specialist
Coatings.
The Finishing Company
03 307 8870 2501816
ROOF SERVICE -Moss and
mold treatments, roof and
gutter leak repairs, residential
and commercial. For
prompt service - call your
local contractor - Tim on
021 197 8128
SUN Control Window Tinting:
Privacy, UV, glare, heat
control for homes, offices
and cars. Phone Craig
Rogers 307 6347, www.
windowtinter.co.nz Member
of Master Tinters NZ.
Allworkmanship guaranteed
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ENTERTAINMENT
03 307 2010 211A Wills Street, Ashburton 7700
admin@ateventcentre.co.nz
TRADE &SERVICES
TILING - For all your tiling
requirements including kitchen
splash backs, flooring
etc. (Full water proofing)
Call Kevin on 027 496
8314.
TINT-A-WINDOW, fade, UV
block, glare, heat control,
safety, security, privacy,
frosting films, solar protective
window films. Free
quotes, 20 years local service.
Phone 0800 368 468
now, Bill Breukelaar, www.
tintawindow.co.nz
Saturday30thJuly, 8pm
Courtesy van
runs every
Thursday, Friday
and Saturday
from 4pm
Join the RSA (the friendly club)
*Servicefees apply
Sandbar
THE JACKSON’SBISTROOPEN THUR &SAT EVENINGS
12-14 Cox Street, Ashburton. Phone 308 7175
Members, guests and affiliates all welcome
2489883
CARS FOR SALE
TOYOTA Starlet Reflet 1991.
One NZ owner
290,000kms. New cam
belt, water pump, rear
brakes, aircon compressor.
Always does 49mpg. 6lit/
100kms. In very good
order. Phone 0211045311.
ALPS
CONTINUOUS SPOUTING
Ben Kruger 021 808 739 or 308 4380
232 BoundaryRoad,Ashburton
www.alpscontinuousspouting.co.nz
E; benkruger@xtra.co.nz
2492808
GARAGE SALES
BIG garage sale. Friday and
Saturday, 9am onwards.
Lots of craft, collectables
and furniture. Sign at gate,
Elizabeth Street. Bring your
own bags or truck.
HOME SERVICES
ROOF COATINGS: All roof
types, specializing in
Decramastic and Long Run
Iron, Coloursteel etc, steep
roofs not a problem. —
Spraymaster 027-433-7780.

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HEALTH &BEAUTY
HEALTH &BEAUTY
PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
Come andtalktothe people who know...
DebraCurtin
Chiropractor
03 308 9516
www.ashburtonchiropractic.co.nz
AFTER HOURS
HEALTH CARE
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCYPHONE 111
Forall other medical assistanceoutside of normal
hours please phone your general practiceteam,
24/7, to speak with ahealth professional who
will giveyou free health adviceonwhattodoor
wheretogoifyou need urgentcare.
If youdon’t have aregular general practice,
call any GPteam 24/7 forfree
telephone health advice.
All non-residents and visa holders please bring your
passporttoyour surgeryappointment.
New Zealanders to bring some form of ID.
PHARMACIES
Wises Pharmacy, CountdownComplex,
East Street will be open on ...
Saturday from 9am until 1pm
Sunday from 10am until 1pm
Public holidays from 10am until 1pm
At Geraldine: TheGeraldine Pharmacywill be open:
MondaytoFriday, 9am until 5.30pm
and Saturday 9.30am -1.30pm
Forfree24hour Telephone Health Advice
Phone the Healthline on 0800 611 116
Brought
toyouby
CountdownComplex, East Street, Ashburton
Phone: 03 308 6733 Fax: 03 308 6755
TRAVEL
TRAVEL
OUT&ABOUT
August
August
Lunch on Mt Hutt
Lake Brunner Tour
September Ranfurly /NasebyTour
FOR LEASE
RENT ME!
Ideal as an extra
bedroomoroffice.
Fully insulatedand
double glazed forwarmth.
Threeconvenientsizes:
Standard3.6m x2.4m,
Large 4.2m x2.4m
Xtra-large 4.8m x2.4m.
Visit our displaycabin
418WestStreet or callfor a
freebrochure.
www.justcabins.co.nz
2493775
0800 58 78 22
GRAZING required for 20-30
in lamb ewes, suit lifestyle
blocks. Phone 027 267
1959.
Forbookings phone
03 308 0224 l 027 265 6883
FOR LEASE
2495490
2497780
STORAGE available, Ashburton.
Self storage, variety
of sizes. Phone Rainbow
Storage 03 307 0401 or
phone/text 021 554 570
STORAGE: Secure self storage
units available, long or
short term. Ashburton Storage
Facilities. Contact us
on 0274 362 636 or www.
ashburtonstoragefacilities.
co.nz
GARDEN SUPPLIES
LINSEED Straw $5.50 bale,
21 pack $100. Sheep
manure $8. bag. Medium
square pea and linseed
straw available. Call Ian
027 286 3697 or Dave 027
601 1426. A Hinds Lion
Project.
FRUIT &PRODUCE
FRESH Potatoes; Red Rascal
and Agria $2.per kg,
10kg bags for $15. Phone
03 308 3195 or 027 531
9103; 81 Elizabeth Street,
Ashburton.
Peter Blacklow
PETE’S
PICK
Full range of engineering supplies and accessories forall your repairs
&maintenance. Kerrick hot &cold waterblasters &industrial vacuumcleaners.
Esseti welders &accessories. Stockists and distributors of Trailer Equipment.
Locally owned &operated family business for 69 years
TradeZ one
Ashburton
South Street, Ashburton PHONE (03) 308-3147
Email office@blacklows.co.nz FREEPHONE 0800 452 522
XCEL ARC
VIPER MIG 185
WELDER
180 Amp DC/MIG/TIG/MMA
XA-MIG185V-K
$947.83+GST
Notice for consultation on aproposed Enrolment Scheme for
St Thomas of Canterbury College
The Ministry of Education has identified that St Thomas of Canterbury College is likely to continue to
experience asituation where there is more demand for enrolments than there are places available
within the maximum roll and has given the school board notice of this.
After engagement with the Board, we have developed aproposed enrolment scheme amendment for
St Thomas of Canterbury College under the Education and Training Act 2020. This amendment
reflects recently redrawn parish boundaries.
As part of this process, we are consulting with the school’s community and with people living in the
area for which the school is areasonably convenient school.
Students will be able to enrol as per the criteria listed in the proposed enrolment scheme.
Acopy of the proposed enrolment scheme is available at
https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/st-thomas-of-canterbury-enrolmentscheme-amendment/
If you have any feedback about the proposed enrolment scheme, please visit the website, read the
information and complete the survey before 26 August 2022.
Contact email; Canterbury.EnrolmentSchemes@education.govt.nz
FIREWOOD
FIREWOOD
OFFCUTS
$140 per cord
GREEN
SLABWOOD
$120 per cord
SCREENED
SLABWOOD
$150 per cord
3CORD GREEN
SLABWOOD
$350 per cord
C.O.D. in town
Adams Sawmill
Malcolm McDowell Rd
Phone
308-3595
2492082
DRY firewood. WINZ quotes.
Bluegum, Old Man Pine,
50/50 mix, 6 cu m, $650.
Next winters O.M.P $475.
Free delivery most of Mid
Canterbury. Phone
0272977563.
It’s amazing
howmuch
companionship and
affection cats can
bring into your life –
adopt awelfare cat
or kitten today.
Food donationsappreciated
Ph 308 4432 or
027 332 9286
Tuesday-Saturday
9:30am -noon
206 CLUB - provides company,
fun, entertainment,
games, speakers and more
for those 65 years and over.
Friendly, supportive
environment, two course
hot mid-day meal, very
minimal cost. Come and
join us. We now have
vacancies on a Monday
and Wednesday, 10am to
2.30pm. Run by Age Concern
Ashburton, Seniors
Centre, 206 Cameron
Street. Enquiries to Julie,
phone 308 6817 or 027 281
9113.
Kindly sponsored by
Adrienne Patterson
MEETINGS
2494476
AshburtonDemons
Softball Club
AGM
Sun, July 31st,2022, 2.30pm,
AshburtonClub &
MSA Card Room
Nominations on line
Everyone welcome
2498123
2485762
Thurs 28th &Fri 29th
10.15
10.15
12.10
12.30
2.35
3.30
4.00
5.30
5.45
8.00
8.10
Wherethe Crawdads Sing
Phantomofthe Open
TopGun Maverick
ELVIS
Frocks &Divas
Phantomofthe Open
Minions TheRise of Gru
TopGun Maverick
Thor Love &Thunder
Wherethe CrawdadsSing
TheBlack Phone
M
M
M
M
M
M
PG
M
M
M
R16
Sat30th
10.00 Minions TheRise of Gru PG
10.00 Lightyear
PG
11.45 Frocks &Divas
M
12.00 ELVIS
M
2.00 Phantom of theOpen M
2.45 Jurassic WorldDominion M
4.00 TheBlack Phone R16
5.20 TopGun Maverick M
6.00 Minions TheRise of Gru PG
7.50 Wherethe Crawdads Sing M
8.00 Thor Love &Thunder M
Sun 31st
10.00 Minions TheRise of Gru PG
10.00 Lightyear
PG
11.45 Wherethe CrawdadsSing M
12.00 ELVIS
M
2.00 Minions TheRiseofGru PG
2.45 Jurassic WorldDominion M
3.45 Phantom of theOpen M
5.20 Wherethe Crawdads Sing M
5.50 Thor Love &Thunder M
7.40 TopGun Maverick M
8.00 TheBlack Phone R16
Mon1st,Tues 2nd
&Wed 3rd
11.00 Phantom of theOpen M
11.00 Wherethe CrawdadsSing M
1.00 Jurassic WorldDominion M
1.20 Frocks &Divas
M
3.00 TopGun Maverick M
3.30 Phantom of theOpen M
5.30 ELVIS
M
6.00 TheBlack Phone R16
8.00 Wherethe Crawdads Sing M
8.15 Thor Love &Thunder M
NO COMPS
Black Phone,
Wherethe CrawdadsSing
DANCE Works Ashburton -
New class alert. Tiny
Tappers, Tap Dancing
classses for absolute
beginners aged under 10!
Including Mum and me at 3.
For more information on
this class, please email
steveanddesiree@xtra.co.
nz or text 021 046 4540.
HospiceMid Canterbury
Dealing
with alife
limiting
illness?
We can help with:
•Sittingand companionship
•Counselling and bereavement
support
•Biographywriting
•Massage,reiki and reflexology
•Activityand support
programmes
Phone 307 8387 or 027 227 8387
email manager@hospicemc.nz www.hospicemc.nz
Allservices
arefree
WE HAVE OLD PAPERS
TO SPARE!
If youneed paperfor your pets,birds,
packing,firelighting,craft,
come and see us at
MEETINGS
THE Ashburton Pigeon Club
will hold their AGM at
11.30am on Sunday, 31st
July 2022 at the Devon
Tavern. All members welcome.
199 BurnettStreet.
2499898
TAKE you life to the next
level with an experienced
life coach/mentor. Call Pete
today and get started.
Phone 0272800889. web
peteyoung.co.nz

ASHBURTON
WINTER
SALE
SALEFLYER
OUT NOW
Packed
with
great
value!
GRABACOPYIN-STOREANDCHECKOUTTHE
GREAT
HOTDEALS!
Phone 03 308 5117 l 393 West St,Ashburton
2450702