North Canterbury News: September 15, 2022

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In Memory of our Queen 

Signing in ... Hurunui District Council Mayor Marie Black was the first to sign in the councils 

book of condolence at their offices on Monday morning. 

PHOTO: JOHN COSGROVE 

By JOHN COSGROVE 

Hurunui Mayor, Marie 

Black,has extended the 

Hurunui District Council’s 

sympathies and aroha to the 

newly proclaimed King 

Charles III, his siblings, and 

family, followingthe death 

of Queen Elizabeth II. 

She wrote amessage on 

behalfofthe peopleofthe 

Hurunui District in a Book 

of Condolence at the 

council’s Amberley service 

centre. 

“We take timetopause 

and reflectonan 

extraordinary women, her 

tireless service, dignity and 

strength,” she said. 

MayorBlack also 

mentionedhow during a 

story reading session she 

had held earlier on Monday 

morning at Leithfield 

School, how impressed she 

was about how muchthe 

pupilsknew of the roles of 

Kings and Queens, and also 

of the traditions embedded 

in New Zealand history 

associated with the late 

monarch's 70yearlong rule. 

The Books of Condolence 

are availableatall the 

districts libraries and 

service centres for members 

of the public to send their 

condolences. 

Books of Condolence are 

also availableatthe 

WaimakaririDistrict 

Council’s service centres in 

Rangiora,Kaiapoi and 

Oxford. 

After the official period of 

mourning is finished, the 

books willbecollated and 

sent to Wellington where 

they willbeadded to all the 

books sent in by councils 

from across the country, 

which will then be sentonto 

Buckingham Palace. 

New King 

left lasting 

impression 

By DAVID HILL, 

Local Democracy Reporter 

The new King Charles III made alasting 

impression during his last visit to North 

Canterbury in 2019. 

Kaikōura Mayor Craig Mackle’s first 

official engagement as anewly elected 

mayor was to host the then Prince of Wales. 

‘‘I was really taken by him. To be fair Iwas 

expecting astuffy person and Iwasn’t 

expecting great conversations. 

‘‘They said to keep him moving or he 

would stop and talk all day, but Ifound him 

very engaging and very sincere hewas a 

hell of anice guy.’’ 

Mr Mackle said he felt sorry for the future 

king, as his tight schedule meant he had to 

keep moving, leaving conversations 

unfinished. 

‘‘I wondered afterwards if he ever got to 

finish aconversation in his life.’’ 

Hutton’s Shearwater Charitable Trust 

chairman Ted Howard hosted Charles at the 

trust’s colony on the Kaikōura Peninsula 

and said the future king made an 

impression. 

‘‘I found the new king to be adecent 

human being who seemed to me to be 

genuinely interested in the welfare of both 

the people and the environment. 

‘‘He seemed quite genuine in his concern 

for the plight of our titi (Hutton’s 

shearwaters). Iwas impressed.’’ 

Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon met 

Charles and the future queen consort, 

Camilla, when they were officially 

welcomed on to Tuahiwi Marae. 

‘‘They were both very down earth. Ihad 

been to visit his home of Highgrove and I 

talked about how impressed Iwas and he 

was quite taken by that. 

‘‘They were very real and genuinely 

interested in our district. Icame away very 

optimistic that he would make an excellent 

King.’’ 

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Fifth monarch for 90-year-old 

By SHELLEY TOPP 

When former Londoner Rex Thomas 

heard Queen Elizabeth II had died, he 

realised her successor King Charles III 

would be the fifth monarch who had 

acceded to the throne in his lifetime. 

Rex, aged 90, lives in Rangiora, but 

was born in London during 1932. 

King George V, who reigned for 26 

years, was on the throne. He was 

succeeded by his eldest son Edward 

VIII, who became king on January 20, 

1936, but abdicated in December that 

year so he could marry American 

divorcee Wallis Simpson. 

‘‘He married an unsuitable 

American,’’ Rex says. 

Edward’s younger brother, George VI, 

the late Queen Elizabeth’s father, 

succeeded him and was admired by Rex. 

‘‘I really grew up with him. He took us 

all through the war. 

‘‘He was agentle, nice man. Everybody 

looked up to the king and royalty in 

those days,’’ he says. 

Rex also admired Queen Elizabeth II 

who was crowned after the death of her 

father on February 6, 1952. 

‘‘She was beautiful and conducted her 

role so gracefully,’’ Rex says. 

‘‘I went to her coronation with my 

sister Barbara in 1953.’’ 

The siblings camped out in 

Haymarket, afamous street in the St 

James's area of the City of Westminster, 

in London, the night before the 

Coronation to catch aglimpse of the 

Queen, in the royal procession, on her 

way to Westminster Abbey for the 

historic event. 

The next year, when Rex was 22, he 

left England and came to live in New 

Rex Thomas ... King Charles III is the fifth monarch in Rex’s lifetime. 

Zealand after receiving afree passage. 

He had initially planned to emigrate to 

Australia, enticed by an advertising 

campaign offering apassage for just £10, 

which was alot of money in those days 

when Rex was only earning £1 1/2 a 

week. 

‘‘I asked my mother for aloan to pay 

for my fare to Australia but she said no.’’ 

However, some time later he noticed 

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Rex said Queen Elizabeth’s death was 

ashock ‘‘even though we knew it was 

coming.’’ 

However he believes her son, Charles 

III, will make agood king. 

‘‘He was interested in the 

environment long before anyone else.’’ 

King Charles III, Queen Consort popular 

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Mr Gordon said he invited Charlesand 

Camilla back to the district and he hoped 

they would return soon as King and Queen 

Consort. 

NgāiTūāhuriri upoko (leader) Te Maire 

Tau saidatthe time it was an honour to 

welcome them on to the marae. 

His late father Rakiihia (Rik) Tau had 

welcomed theminChristchurch during 

their previousvisit in 2012. 

Mr Tau said NgāiTūāhuriri’s 

connection with the crownwent backto 

William IV (183037),predatingthe Te 

TiritioWaitangi. 

An ensign (flag)from William IV’s reign 

continuestoadornthe marae. 

Te Rūnanga oKaikōura chairperson 

Hariata Kahu said her people were in 

mourning along withthe rest of New 

Zealand. 

‘‘While it was notashock,itwas quite 

surreal.’’ 

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Uniting in wake of sea tragedy 



The Kaikōura community is rallying 

around as it responds to anew tragedy. 

Atragic accident, where aboat 

capsized on Saturday morning leaving 

five people dead, is the latest disaster to 

rock the tourist town over the last 

decade. 

Adecade of earthquakes in the 

Canterbury region, followed by the last 

two years of border restrictions due to 

Covid19 have taken atoll on the town’s 

tourist operators. 

But Mayor Craig Mackle says the 

community remains resilient, with 

people rallying round in support, from 

helicopter pilots search rescue efforts, 

to volunteers serving coffee. 

‘‘Our small community is very tight 

knit, and atragic event such as this is felt 

by everyone. 

‘‘It makes me really proud to see how 

we all continue to come together and 

support each other in times of 

adversity.’’ 

An 8.5 metre chartered boat carrying 

11 passengers for abird watching 

expedition capsized shortly after 10am 

on Saturday. 

Six people were recovered alive, 

while police dive squad staff recovered 

the bodies of the remaining passengers. 

Mr Mackle says it would take some 

time to understand what happened, 

while Maritime New Zealand completed 

its investigation. 

‘‘It’s astrange feeling. 

‘‘I’ve been out there on the water with 

commercial fisherman and you know 

there’s always arisk, but you never 

would have connected it with bird 

watching.’’ 

The Kaikōura community was 

enjoying asuccessful Whale Run on 

Saturday, with 450 people lining up in 

the annual Kaikōura Suburban School 

fundraiser. 

The town is expected to be packed this 

weekend for the Kaikōura Hop, as the 

town looked to bounce back. 

Destination Kaikōura chairperson 

Lynette Buurman said the community 

was ‘‘feeling abit numb’’ on Monday as it 

came to terms with the weekend’s 

events. 

‘‘Whatever’s happened, it’s amassive 

and tragic accident. 

‘‘We feel for those who lost loved ones 

so suddenly, and as an operator, Ifeel 

for the operator involved.’’ 

Ms Buurman’s company, Encounter 

Kaikōura, sent two boats out to join the 

search and rescue efforts. 

‘‘We have amazing emergency services 

and if we are asked to do something, we 

just step in and do it. It’s the advantage 

of living in asmall town.’’ 

She says the community was resilient 

and would bounce back. 

Safety was apriority for Kaikōura’s 

tourism operators and Ms Buurman said 

any learnings from Maritime New 

Zealand’s investigation would be taken 

on board. 

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Amberley Absolutely! launched 

By ROBYN BRISTOW 

Amberley’s futureisunderthe spotlight. 

Itsgrowth,and changing demographic, 

alongwith social,economic and 

environmental pressures, are under 

scrutinyasagroup leads aproject to 

weave avision for the North Canterbury 

town. 

Amberley Absolutely! has been 

launched,and is being ledbyasteering 

group of Amberley NZ chair Trish 

Coleman, Amberley District Residents 

Association chair Roy Myers, andRoger 

Hornblow fromthe Hurunui District 

Council’s community team. 

In theshorttermthe group wants to 

engagewith residents fromAmberleyand 

surrounds,aswell as anyone in the 

HurunuiDistrict who seeAmberleyas 

theircommunity of interest. 

It wants people’s thoughts, ideasand 

dreamsfor Amberley,and has developed 

five themes —Spaces and Places, Moving 

About,Connecting, Support Systemsand 

Growing Potential. 

‘‘Ourgoalistoestablish avision, along 

with projects,for us to worktowards 

together.’’ 

Ms Coleman saysithas beenadecade 

sincethe future of Amberley wasinthe 

spotlight. 

‘‘Amberley is growing and oneofthe 

exciting outcomes is manynew families 

arearriving. 

‘‘Nowisthe timetohave acommunity 

conversation aboutits future. 

‘‘We wanttohearfrom you,’’she says. 

Communitymeetingswill be heldinthe 

TinShedonThursday, September29at 

1.30pm and 7pm, and dropin chat forums 

will be heldinthe HurunuiMemorial 

LibraryonMonday, September 26,from 

9amto11amand 2pmto4pm. 

Thereisalsoanonline portal 

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peopletohavetheir say. 

Project team ... Trish Coleman (AmberleyNZ), Roger Hornblow (Hurunui District Council 

community team), and Roy Myers (Amberley District Resident’s Association), who are 

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Former mayors urge 

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local govt candidates 



Former mayors are encouraging 

residents to get know their local 

candidates. 

David Ayers and Winton Dalley, who 

served as mayors of Waimakariri and 

Hurunui from 2010 to 2019, suggest 

voters contact candidates and ask 

them questions. 

Several wards have high numbers of 

candidates, with many of them 

unknown to voters. 

Mr Ayers encouraged people to take 

the time to learn about their mayoral, 

council, community board and 

regional council candidates. 

‘‘It’s often said that people don’t 

vote because they don’t know the 

candidates, but you can turn that 

around and say ‘candidates don’t 

know all the voters in their ward 

either’. 

‘‘But at alocal level you can always 

attend meetings and you can contact 

candidates directly. 

‘‘By listening to what they have to 

say, it will help you to vote for people 

who will look after your local 

community.’’ 

He said not all candidates 

understood the role local councils 

played, with national and global 

issues often confused with local 

democracy. 

Mr Dalley said voter apathy was a 

constant problem in local government 

elections. 

‘‘There’s an apathy around today 

and people don’t believe they can 

make adifference. 

‘‘But somebody has to sow the seeds 

and ask the questions or nothing is 

going to happen.’’ 

Mr Dalley suggested voters ask 

candidates if they have ‘‘a personal 

agenda’’. 

‘‘Depending on what that agenda is, 

consider is it about the candidate’s 

priorities or the community’s 

priorities? 

‘‘My position was always to serve the 

community first. 

‘‘At the end of the day you are there 

to serve the community and not 

yourself or the international 

community.’’ 

Both former mayors said it was 

important to vote in local elections, as 

council decisions impacted on our 

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pools, parks, planting trees and town 

centres. 

The also made decisions on 

managing the growth in towns like 

Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Woodend and 

Amberley, including traffic 

management, infrastructure and 

planning for housing. 

Climate change and managing Civil 

Defence in times of crisis, such as a 

pandemic or earthquake, were also 

questions councils faced. 

Legislation such as the Local 

Government Act, Resource 

Management Act and national policy 

statements limited acouncil’s 

decision making ability. 

Pending legislation such as Three 

Waters, the Resource Management 

Act and local government reform 

meant alocal voice was essential. 

Mr Ayers said central government 

imposing itself on local democracy 

was the norm during his 36 years in 

local government. 

‘‘This government is not impacting 

on local democracy any more than any 

previous government. 

‘‘But there is amajor issue across 

the country for local government 

funding, and councils are finding that 

rates are not providing the income 

that allows them to meet the rising 

standards that are being required of 

them by both the government and local 

communities.’’ 

Mr Dalley said local democracy was 

‘‘living fairly precariously’’. 

He encouraged voters to ask 

candidates whether they were 

prepared ‘‘to question those who want 

to rewrite democracy’’. 

‘‘Because once it’s rewritten, the 

values of previous generations will be 

lost.’’ 

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Horses helping change lives 


The singleact of learning to ride ahorse 

has changed the life of Eythan Rosel of 

Waikuku Beach. 

“Learning how to form abond with an 

animal, to trust them and to learn how to 

care for themhas reallychangedmylife 

for the better,” said 20 yearold Eythan. 

“Horses reflect how you feeland when 

Iwas referred to Terry Kingi’s Australian 

and New ZealandArmy CorpsMounted 

Trust’s rehab equineprogramme three 

yearsago by my dad, Iwas not in agood 

placeasateenager.” 

Eythan says he was initially scaredof 

horses but the programme showed him 

how to understandanimals, how to ride 

safely and how to approach life withalot 

more confidence. 

This new confidence and the life skills 

he has learnt with the Trust has allowed 

him to complete an apprenticeship as a 

line man. 

“I wouldnever have believed Icould 

do it three years ago and look at me now, 

it’s all thanks to Terry and the guysatthe 

Trust,” he says. 

One of his many highlightswas taking 

part in AnzacDay parades. 

“I was riding to represent the fallen 

soldiers,and it was very emotional for 

me doing that, Ifelt so proud to be there 

riding on ahorse.” 

Eythan stilltravels up to St James 

Station nearHanmer Springs most 

weekends to help the trust and help 

deliver its riding programmes. 

The AnzacMounts Equine Rehab Unit 

equine therapyprogramme is anew and 

innovativeapproachtorelax,expand, 

and to encourage enough interest for 

participants to step outsidetheir comfort 

zonesand challengethemselves with 

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It’s aimed at men and olderboys 

suffering mental difficulties, especially 

thosesuffering from Post Traumatic 

Stress Disorder(PTSD) from having 

served in the Military. 

Foundation TrusteeTerryKingi says 

the innovative programmewas 

successfully trialled overseas and works 

by participantstaking responsibilityfor 

the careofatrustinghorse(abig animal) 

and building abond based on trust, 

touch, care and respect. 

“Those participating in the programme 

are stepping away from apassive 

position to amuch stronger placewhere 

they are controlling theirown destiny. 

“For the thousands of years horsesand 

men have worked in unisonand this has 

savedboth the men and horses mental 

health, creating aspecialbond that has 

been recognised to aid both. 

“Whenweget the younglads intohorse 

riding, we love to see the hugesmiles 

they produceafter just ashorttime in the 

saddle. 

“Theygrow in leaps and bounds, and 

Proud ... Eythan Rosel 20, of Waikuku Beach, proudly stands with his horse, the pair were 

part of adisplay team entered into Pegasus Adult Riding Club’s 40year celebration ribbon 

day at the Rangiora Showgrounds on Sunday. Eythan was part of the Equine Rehab Unit’s 

equine therapy programme for three years. 


have lots of fun doing something they 

never thoughtthey would ever get the 

chance to do, and for me that is best 

reward ever!” 

Terry says the culmination of the 

participants effortsand the continued 

supportbynumerousagencies overthe 

past 12 months, led to adisplay team 

entered into Pegasus Adult RidingClub’s 

40year celebration ribbonday at the 

RangioraShowgrounds on Sunday. 

“Taking the time to teachmodern 

horsemanship, and applyingittothe well 

beingofthe future of the team, has 

strengthenthe Trust’sresolve to 

continue theirwork,” saysTerry. 

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acrossNew Zealand, one memorythat 

will remain for me is aphotoIhave of 

my lategrandparents who were 

honoured to meet her Majesty in 

person. 

Merle and MauriceCartermet the 

Queen in Christchurchin1974 when 

Maurice was the Deputy Mayor of the 

city. 

HavinglivedinLondon for over a 

decadewhen Iworked for the British 

NHS, Isaw for myself the Queen’s 

commitment to public service. 

With this in mind, it was aprivilege 

to signabook of condolence in 

Parliament this week on behalfofthe 

electorate and to represent the 

Waimakariri on Tuesday as amotion 

of condolence was marked in the 

House of Representatives. 

It gives me greathearttoknow that 

publicservice is alive and well in 

Waimakariri. 

Recently Iattended the Kaiapoi 

Volunteer Fire Brigade annual 

awardseveningtocelebrate the 

incredible workofKaiapoi’s 

volunteer firemen and women after 

the event was cancelled due to covid 

last year. 

It was particularlyspecial to attend 

this year’sawardsasitwas the last 

time the event will be held at the 

brigade’s current fire stationbefore 

they moveinto their brand new 

premises being builtnext door. 

Aspecial acknowledgement to 

Ryan Udysand his partner Desiree, 

who were awarded aGold Starfor an 

impressive 25 years of service to the 

brigade and Iwish Ryanall the very 

best in his retirement fromthe 

brigade. 

It was apleasuretospeak at the 

New Zealand Educational Institute 

meeting with teachers and parents 

with afocusonsupporting children 

with learning difficulties. 

Havingvisitedschools in the 

electorate and seen firsthand the 

issuesfor families and the knockon 

effects on schools trying to support 

these students, it’s clearmore needs 

to be done. 

Ihave alsovisitedEarly Childhood 

Education Centres to hear about the 

need for OngoingResource Funding 

(ORS)for preschool aged children. 

The sooner we identify issues the 

sooner we can starttosupportthese 

children. 

The longer we allowlearning gaps 

to widen, the harder it becomesto 

help them. 

This week Ivisitedtwo very 

important transport companies, 

Lyttelton Port and Christchurch 

Airport, to hear more aboutthe 

challengesand opportunities ahead 

as we leave covid restrictionsbehind 

in the rearview mirror. 

It was exciting to hear of the 

number of cruise linersbookedto 

berthatthe new cruiselinerterminal 

at Lyttelton Port this year. 

Iknow from working withlocal 

businesses after the earthquakes that 

the shifting of cruise liners berthing 

to Akaroa had adirect negative 

impact on our localtourism 

operators. 

It was also heartening to hear from 

Christchurch Airport its plans to 

return internationalairline routes to 

Christchurch. 

Not only will this be awin for our 

hardhittourism sector, but if you are 

like me, and have someone in your 

family who was born overseas,this 

will come as welcome news to be able 

to travel to be with familyagain. 

This Sunday, September 18, Iam 

hosting fourpublic meetingsacross 

the electorate to discuss National’s 

planstorepeal and replace Labour’s 

unpopular Three Waters reform. 

Iwill be joined by National’s Three 

Waters spokesperson, Simon Watts, 

and Kaikōura MP Stuart Smith. 

It’s important taxpayers across the 

country are given the opportunity to 

air their views, and this will be a 

chance for Waimakariri to make their 

opinionsheard. 

Ihope you can join us at the 

Christchurch Papanui Club at 10am, 

Oxford Jaycee HallOxford at 

12.30pm, Kaiapoi Riverside Church 

at 3pm, and the Leithfield Better Half 

Kitchen and Bar at 5.30pm. 

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NC Policereport 

Police have noticed an upsurge in 

unlockedvehicles being entered by 

opportunist offenders in and around the 

Waimakariri area. 

Offenders are very mobileand are out 

at night trying door handles and 

enteringthe vehicles if theyare 

unlocked. 

Police urge residents to ensure their 

vehicles are locked and valuables 

removed. 

People must take responsibility for 

their own security and to call 111 if they 

see anyoneacting suspiciously. 

Tuesday, September 6: Padlocks on a 

trailer in Neeves Road, were cut but 

nothingappears to be stolen;Aburglary 

was reported at anursery on Chiltons 

Road, Swannanoa;Awheelbarrow, 

gumboots,leggings, hose fitting and a 

window cleaning brush were stolen; A 

laptop and bag were stolen from afront 

stepatanaddressinJohns Road, after 

being left therebymistake;Taggingwas 

reported at the VictoriaPark toilets;A 

search warrantwas executed at a 

Woodend address. Afemalehas been 

arrested and charged with possession of 

Methamphetamine for Supply, 

PossessionofCannabisPlantand 

Unlawful Possession of aFirearm. 

Tuesday 6/Wednesday September 7: 4x 

calves were reportedstolen fromafarm 

in Rotherham.They are described as 

twoweekoldFriesiancross calves; 

Graffiti on some planter boxes was 

reportedinHigh Street, Rangiora. 

Wednesday,September 7: Atrailer was 

stolen from Starvation Hill, Oxford. 

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South Eyre Road, Swannanoa. A 

chainsaw, an air rifle and two 

motorcycleswere stolen. 

Thursday,September 8: APegasusmale 

was processedfor driving with excess 

breath alcohol after being stopped in 

Woodend. 

Friday 9/Saturday September 10: A 

Nissan Tiida was stolen from Belcher 

Street, Kaiapoi. It was used in aramraidinChristchurch 

and later located 

in OtakiStreet, Kaiapoi. 

Friday 9/SundaySeptember11: Sheds 

at the Woodend After School 

Programme were brokeninto and a 

water slide and ascooter were stolen. 

Saturday, September 10: AMazda 

Atenza was stolen from Prebbleton and 

located in Kaiapoi.Three Christchurch 

youths aged 14 and 15 were arrested; A 

Woodend female was processed for 

driving with excessbreath alcoholafter 

being stoppedinKaiapoi. 

Saturday 10 /Sunday September 11: 

Taggingwas reportedonthe toilets at 

the Elephant Park, Rangiora. 

Sunday, September 11: Afemalewas 

reported knocking on doorsaround 

Kaiapoi saying she was either lost or 

trying to buy property. No offenceshave 

been disclosed but police are keen on 

hearing of any offencesthat may have 

occurred in the area. Police thank 

people for reportingincidents, but 

encourageany suspicious activity to be 

reported at the time. 

Monday, September 12: Aset of number 

plates were stolenoff avehicle in 

Loburn. 

Tūhaitara Coastal Park field trip 

Join Tūhaitara’s manager Greg Byrnes to learn about the park’s biodiversity 

conservation projects encompassing dunes, wetlands, and native plantings at 

Woodend Beach, September 25, 2pm to 5pm. Greg will lead a5kmwalk around Te 

Kohanga wetlands and part of Tutaepatu lagoon, discussing features such as bird 

life, biota nodes, the cultural significance of Tūhaitara and longterm plans for 

strengthening coastal resilience in the area. Register early, numbers limited. Email 

Hurunui Biodiversity Trust: hurunuibiodiversity@gmail.com. (Include phone 

number in case of postponement). 

Woodend Spring Flower Show 

Springs flowers will take centre stage at the 89th Woodend Spring Flower Show on 

Saturday, October 1. The show in the Woodend Community Centre on School Road, 

is run by the Woodend Garden Club and the Lions Club of Woodend Pegasus as a 

combined community project. The doors are open from 1pm to 4pm, and the show 

features afloral art exhibition, stalls, Devonshire teas along with spring flower 

classes. New competitors are welcome. 

Classic cars 

After athree month break the monthly classic car gatherings at the Better Half 

Kitchen and Bar at Leithfield, return on Sunday, September 25. The gatherings at 

the corner of SH1 and Ashworths Beach Road, Leithfield, are open to all veteran, 

vintage and classic vehicles of any condition and model. Spectators are welcome, 

with the best time to view being from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Open to all display 

vehicles from 9.00am. Food and drink available all day. Band will be playing music 

from the 1950s to the 80s period, with aguest singer. Take astep back to the past. 

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Keeping up to date 

with your vaccinations 

is really important, 

even if you’vealready 

had COVID-19. 

Youcan catchCOVID-19 morethan once.Boosters 

help protect youfromgetting very sick from COVID-19, 

ending up in hospital, and even death. 

Keeping up to date with your vaccinations is one ofthe mostimportant things 

you can do to help protect yourself,your whānau and your community. 

Abooster will provide extraprotection from apreviousvaccination and 

help your immunity be stronger and lastlonger. And, by staying as healthy 

as you can, you help reduce pressureonour communities,businesses and 

the health sector. 

If you’vehad COVID-19, you can get your booster threemonths after you 

tested positive. Make sureyou areuptodatewith your COVID-19 vaccinations. 

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The cast ... Five Kingdoms Trilogy The Forest, is being previewed during the Venice Film 

festival at the Dante Cinema Maestre 12 Venice. 


Venice trilogy debut 


The dreamofthe cinemahas come 

alivefor asmall NewZealand team 

with its quirkynostalgia film 

previewing during the Venice Film 

Festival. 

The avid film actors from asmall 

Woodend theatretroupe, are holding 

theirbreath as the firstfilm in the Five 

Kingdoms TrilogyThe Forest is 

previewed at the Dante Cinema. 

The series of three Neo Gothicfilms, 

whichare in the offing,follow the 

fortunes of leadactor, and industry 

veteran, ‘‘Rusty’’ Fitzgerald as 

Anandas the Monk,and areset in a 

provincial town in 1901. 

Anandasthe Monklivesinatime 

where electricity is anew invention, 

and water, fire, steam, and wind are 

the mainforms of energy. 

Anandasisonaretreat at The 

Hermitage, to retainthe landinthe 

forestedvalleyfor the Monastery. 

He falls foulofthe townsfolk in 

Victorbius, and is testedastohis 

resolve to stay for thefull year at The 

Hermitage. 

Writtenamd directed by Sam Miller, 

the series of films also star The Wizard 

of New Zealand as the ownerofthe 

Cosmopolitania Salon, and Davey 

Round as The Mayor. 

Gold star ... Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon (left) and MP Matt Doocey joined Kaiapoi 

Volunteer Fire Brigade chief fire officer Tim Reynolds (right) and deputy chief fire officer 

Matt McPhee (second from right) in congratulating Ryan Udys and his partner Desiree 

on 25 years service. 


Gold Star awarded 

It was agold starnightatthe Kaiapoi 

Fire Station last week, with volunteer 

firefighterRyan Udysrecognisedfor 25 

yearsservice. 

Kaiapoi Volunteer Fire Brigade chief 

fire officer Tim Reynolds says Mr Udys 

received hisGold Star before retiring 

from the brigade after25years. 

‘‘We congratulate Ryan on his 25 years 

service to the brigade and the 

community and we thankhim for his 

service.’’ 

Mr Reynoldssays the occasionwas 

significant, as it marks one of the last 

celebrations in the old firestation. 

‘‘It’s an excitingtime for the brigade 

as we get closer to movingtothe new 

station.’’ 

He says the brigadeisingood heartas 

it contemplatesmovinginto abrandnew 

firestation next door. 

The brigade has 35 operational 

support volunteers and firefighters and 

is keentohear from moreprospective 

volunteers, especially those who can fill 

daytimecrews during the week. 

The brigade was joinedby 

Waimakariri MayorDan Gordon and MP 

MattDoocey at last week’s annual 

honours evening. Mr Reynolds says 

there is no confirmed completiondate 

for the new station.

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Photographic exhibition 


Remembering Anne Holloway ... Awork of art by the late artist. 


Art competition to honour 

artist Anne Holloway 


The Anne Holloway Memorial Art 

competition and exhibition will 

open in Amberley next Thursday. 

It honours Anne who was a 

popular, vibrant and supportive 

member of the Amberley Art 

Group. 

The artist’s passing was agreat 

loss to the group which misses her 

enthusiasm and energy. 

Agenerous donation was made 

by Anne’s family to the art group, 

and it decided to honour her 

memory through acompetition and 

exhibition. 

The first was held last year, with 

the Amberley Menz Shed making a 

plaque for the winner, which went 

to Marilyn Clarke. 

This year’s competition and 

exhibition has been opened up to 

the whole of the Hurunui region, 

and has received agreat response. 

Amberley artist Olga Parr will be 

guest artist, while the judge is 

Gavin Hewitt 

The exhibition will be opened in 

the Hurunui Library at 5.30pm on 

Thursday, September 22, by 

Hurunui Mayor Marie Black. 

Mrs Black will also present the 

Anne Holloway Memorial Award 

Plaque to the winner. 

Drinks and nibbles will be 

served. 

The Amberley Art Group extends 

its thanks to Torlesse Wines for its 

support. 

Visitors to the Rangiora 

Photographic Society’s 

upcoming The Magic of Light 

exhibition will have the 

chance to win three limited 

edition prints. 

The prints, which will be 

raffled at the exhibition, are 

‘‘absolutely beautiful’’, says 

one of the organisers, Colleen 

Linnell. 

They have been donated to 

the society by three of New 

Zealand's leading 

photographers, Andris Apse 

and David Wethey, who are 

both patrons of the society, 

and Rina Sjardin Thompson. 

The Magic of Light 

Exhibition will be held at the 

Brick Mill, in Waikuku, and 

will include the work of 35 

photographers. It will feature 

amix of landscapes, portraits 

and much more. 

‘‘A new innovation will be a 

special display of nature 

images,’’ Colleen says. 

There will also be adisplay 

of black and white images in 

every imaginable genre and a 

‘‘Green Wall’’ of photographs, 

which will be donated to a 

charity, yet to be decided, 

with all the photographers 

contributing to the wall by 

donating their work. 

It is the first time the group 

has had apublic exhibition 

since 2019, due to the Covid 

19 restrictions. The society’s 

last exhibition was held 

during the Waimakariri 

Winter Festival, in Rangiora, 

and proved popular even 

The Dance is Over ... Aphoto by Jan Driscoll, which will feature 

in the Rangiora Photographic Society’s upcoming The Magic of 

Light photography exhibition at the Brick Mill in Waikuku, from 

September 30 to October 2. 

PHOTO: JAN DRISCOLL 

though the marquee venue 

provided asignificant 

challenge for the organisers 

because it rained all 

weekend. 

This year’s Brick Mill 

venue will be far more 

comfortable for everyone no 

matter what the weather 

delivers. 

The exhibition is being 

held to show the high quality 

of work being done by the 

society’s members. ``We all 

want to sell our photographs. 

Not everybody will want to 

buy aphotograph but we want 

to showcase the talent we 

have in our group,’’ Colleen 

says. 

The Magic of Light 

exhibition opens on 

September 30 with aprivate, 

ticketed evening function, 

after which it will be open 

from 10am until 4.30pm on 

October 1and 2. Entry is by 

gold coin donation. 

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Kelly Bisset 

Rangiora-AshleyCommunity Board 

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Suspicious ... Police are treating the recent fire at ahouse in Southbrook, Rangiora, as 

suspicious. 


Information sought 


APolice spokesman has confirmed they 

are looking into arecent fire in 

Rangiora. 

Police say emergency services were 

called to ahouse fire on the corner of 

Southbrook and South Belt Roads in 

Rangiora at 1.20am on the morning of 

Friday, September 2. 

Noone was injured in the fire which 

Police are now treating as suspicious. 

While the cause of the fire has been 

determined, Police say they will not be 

commenting on that at this point. 

APolice spokesman said they can 

confirm however that there is currently 

no information to suggest it is gangrelated. 

They are asking if anyone has 

information which could assist Police 

enquiries in relation to this fire, could 

they contact them via their 105 phone 

service or online at police.govt.nz/use 

105, using Update My Report. 

Please reference file number 

220902/9072. 

Information can also be provided 

anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 

555 111 or at www.crimestoppersnz.org. 

Cycle skills tested 

Classic Trials Canterbury held its 

September trials meetingonapropertyin 

Loburn recently. 

Over40riders aboard classic European 

and Japanese trail motorcycles tackled 

eight different skills sections. 

Riders of all ages rode thecoursefour 

times on amixture of two and four stoke 

machines that required balance and 

precision as they navigated their way 

slowly across roughand tricky terrain with 

riders trying not to put afoot down to 

balancethemselves. 

The machinestheywere riding were 

restored classic trial motorcycles dating 

fromthe 1950s to the 1980s plus acouple of 

modern machines and electric trials bikes. 

The informal group of classic motorcycle 

enthusiasts have been meeting for over 40 

years following theirpassion for off road 

riding. 

Member BrentDownessaid it was avery 

goodturnout foraFatherDay Sunday, one 

of the club’s regular meetings. 

The next generation ... Kahu Jones 

powers his way up ahill aboard amodern 

Gas Gas trials machine. PHOTO: JOHN COSGROVE 

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Morning tea shout ... Waikari medical staff, and pupils from Hurunui College sharing a 

morning tea put on by the pupils in appreciation of the work the centre does in looking after 

the community. 

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Appreciation shown 

Morningtea tookonaspecial meaning at 

the Waikari Health Centreand the 

Amberley Medical Centre last week. 

The Hurunui College StudentCouncil 

shouted staff at both centresin 

appreciation of the workthey do in caring 

for their communities. 

The council, madeupofstudents from 

Years 3to13, sold cups of milo at school to 

raise the funds to shout the staff. 

The generosity was appreciated by staff, 

and the special projectproved to be an 

excellent way forthe students to show the 

school valued their service. 

Two students who put alot of time into 

the fundraising and helpedtodeliver the 

food, Sophie Thompson and William 

Munsey, said it feltfantastic to give back to 

bothofthe medical centres after all they 

havedone in the last few years, during the 

pandemic. ‘‘Itwas good to acknowledge 

their hard work and dedication.’’ 

Paris Bakeryand Waikari Kitchen 

cateredfor the project. 

In appreciation ... Hurunui College 

students with staff from the Amberley 

Medical Centre. 

Flood clean up starts 



The clean up is under way in North 

Canterbury after the wettestJuly on 

record. 

The Hurunui district received more 

than double its normal July rainfall, 

while the Waimakariri district was 

pounded with fourtimes the July 

average. 

Hurunui District Council chief 

executive Hamish Dobbie said the rain 

had an impactonthe roadingnetwork 

and clean up work was ongoing. 

‘‘It wasn’t so muchabout the flooding, 

it was the amount of rain. 

‘‘It has certainly caused some issues 

and our staff and contractorsare busy 

with some patch up work untilthey can 

resolve the issues. 

‘‘We had abnormal rainfall across the 

district. Cheviot normallygets 80mm in 

July and it had over 200mm.’’ 

Staff were stillinvestigating what 

emergency fundingthe council might be 

eligible for. 

In the meantime, Mr Dobbie calledfor 

patience as staff worked on repairsas 

quickly as possible. 

The Waimakariri District Council 

approved $3.15 million in funding at last 

week’scouncilmeeting to assist with 

the clean up costs and flood works. 

Mayor Dan Gordon said the council 

had adedicated flood teamworkingon 

repairs and responding to service 

requests. 

‘‘We are continuing to work with staff 

to monitorthe adequacy of our 

maintenance contracts. 

‘‘There is alsothe $22 millionjointly 

funded, by council and the Government 

through its Shovel Ready Projectfund, 

work in Kaiapoi on drainage and flood 

mitigation works. 

‘‘Thisremains ahigh priority issue for 

the council.’’ 

Across the district therewere reports 

of surface flooding on roads, drains 

being near capacity and asmall number 

of properties had flood waters enter 

their homes. 

The council received more than 1650 

calls resulting in 800 requests for 

supportoradditional infrastructure 

duringJuly. 

‘‘Although we try, it is impossibleto 

get someone to every single service 

request on the night,’’ acouncil 

spokesperson said. 

‘‘That is why, with atriagesystemin 

place we can respondfirsttowhere we 

are needed most and work our way 

down.’’ 

Since July,council staff have been 

processing the 685 drainage and 130 

sewer service requests. 

This has included onsite visits, 

discussions withproperty owners, 

lookingatcouncil infrastructure and 

puttinginplace improvements. 

Councilstaffwere already working 

throughabout 1400 service requests 

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Special day ... Terry Green, president of the Kowai Archives Society, left, with the 

Amberley RSA president, James Drewery, and Hurunui Mayor, Marie Black, third from 

right, along with some members and volunteers of the society, outside the Kowai 

County Council Peace Memorial building, on Sunday following its reopening. 

PHOTO: SHELLEY TOPP 

Historic milestone 


Balcairn’s Kowai County Council 

Peace Memorial building has been 

officially reopened to the public after 

extensive earthquake strengthening 

and renovations. 

The building was built in 1922 in 

memory of the men and women who 

served in World War 1. 

Owned by the Hurunui District 

Council, it is now used by the Kowai 

Archives Society to collect, preserve, 

research and exhibit records to 

illustrate and record the cultural 

history of the area. 

The archive collection includes 

school rolls and class photographs, 

baptisms, marriages and cemetery 

records, clubs, associations and 

business minute and record books, 

newspaper clippings from the 1870s to 

the present day, scrapbooks and 

family trees, plus old maps and 

indexes for land titles. 

The building has an Historic Places 

category II listing and is identified as 

aheritage building in the Hurunui 

District Plan. 

Work on the building began soon 

after it was damaged in the 2010 and 

2011 Canterbury earthquakes, but 

stalled when repairs were found to be 

far more extensive than first thought. 

After many complications and delays 

work began again in July 2020 and was 

completed in December that year. The 

official reopening was delayed until 

last Sunday because of the Covid 19 

pandemic restrictions. 

Kowai Archives Society president 

Terry Green said at the reopening last 

Sunday it had been 10 years of 

frustration with highs and lows, for 

the society. 

‘‘We moved back in in January 2021 

and our small group of volunteers are 

gradually getting the inside finished 

with displays nearly completed.’’ 

Landscaping the section has also 

been completed and aflagpole has 

been installed on the lawn in front of 

the building. 

‘‘The building originally had aflag 

pole installed on top of the front 

facade but it was not reinstated when 

the building was restored in the early 

1990s,’’ Terry said. ` 

An information panel is planned for 

the front lawn of the building 

featuring the history of the building 

and the district. 

Hurunui Mayor Marie Black said at 

the opening she was ‘‘truly grateful’’ 

there were people in the community 

who wanted to restore the building 

and put it to such good use. 

Amberley RSA president James 

Drewery said at the reopening 

ceremony the information preserved 

in the building by the Kowai Archives 

Society was invaluable. 

‘‘Twelve months ago the Amberley 

Returned and Services Association 

commissioned an honours board to list 

all of our past presidents dating back 

to 1926. 

‘‘The assistance we received from 

the Kowai Archives Society was most 

helpful and would not have been 

completed in the manner it was 

without their help.’’ 

Local Government Elections 

Voting 

openstomorrow, 

Friday 16 September.

NEWS 


Passenger rail discussed 

By DAVID HILL 


North Canterbury’s mayors are keen for 

more discussions on passenger rail. 

The issue of passenger rail was 

discussed at aCanterbury Regional 

Transport Committee meeting last week, 

as the region’s mayors considered the 

Government’s enquiry into the future of 

interregional passenger rail. 

Light rail has long been touted to meet 

agrowing commuter transport demand 

in the Greater Christchurch area, to ease 

congestion and reduce transport 

emissions. 

Meanwhile, the Coastal Pacific rail 

service is set to make areturn on 

September 29, after two years of Covid19 

disruption. 

Hurunui Mayor Marie Black said she 

would welcome aGreater Christchurch 

light rail service being extended to 

Amberley and Waipara. 

‘‘We struggle to have apublic bus 

system due to our low population, so we 

would like to be considered but it’s got 

to stack up financially.’’ 

The benefits of taking the train instead 

of the car for the 40 minute journey into 

Christchurch included catching up on 

work, checking emails or reading abook, 

as well as the environmental benefits. 

But Mrs Black said it would take a 

change in mindset. 

Kaikōura was well outside the area 

being considered for aGreater 

Christchurch light rail service. 

But Mayor Craig Mackle said there 

were potential benefits for the tourist 

town from amore regular rail service. 

He welcomed the return of the Coastal 

Pacific service and he said the popularity 

of chartered trains for the Kaikoura Cup 

race day showed what was possible. 

‘‘It’s ahard one, because there is the 

risk it would be sitting dormant most of 

the time, but people love coming to 

Kaikōura and who doesn’t enjoy agood 

train ride.’’ 

Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon has 

long been afan of trains and buses and 

was aregular user of the park and ride 

express bus from Rangiora for meetings 

in the city. 

He said there was support for 

subsidised intercity passenger and ondemand 

services, affordable electric 

vehicles and financial incentives to work 

from home, to help reduce emissions. 

North Canterburybased Labour List 

MP Dan Rosewarne sits on Parliament’s 

transport and infrastructure committee 

and said aGreater Christchurch light rail 

service would bring benefits to the 

region. 

He envisaged aservice linking central 

Christchurch with Amberley, Rangiora 

and Kaiapoi in the north and travelling 

as far south as Ashburton. 

‘‘They always talk about rail in 

Wellington, but it’s important to get 

Canterbury and North Canterbury 

moving too. 

‘‘Once that stadium is built, alongside 

the convention centre and the rest of the 

central city is rebuilt, it will be like 

another Wellington.’’ 

Submissions for the Government’s 

interregional passenger rail enquiry 

close on October 6. 



Funding decision deferred 

By DAVID HILL 


The Hurunui District 

Council will wait until 

after the local government 

electionstodecide 

whether to accept the 

Government’s Three 

Waters ‘‘Better Off’’ 

funding package. 

Councilshave untilthe 

end of this month to accept 

the ‘‘Better Off’’ funding, 

but the Hurunui council 

has beengranted an 

extensionuntil November 

30. 

Mayor Marie Black said 

the extension would allow 

the new council to have 

someinput. 

‘‘The new council is 

going to have to dealwith 

it all, so putting decisions 

in place now didn’t seem 

right to us. We’ve had 

someinitial discussions on 

how best to use that 

funding and we’re looking 

at some potential 

projects.’’ 

The council was eligible 

for up to $10.68millionin 

‘‘Better Off’’funding, 

including $2.67 million 

thisyear as partofthe first 

tranche. 

Mrs Black said 

accepting the funding 

would not be asignalof 

support for the 

Government’s proposed 

reformprogramme. 

ADepartment of 

Internal Affairs 

Decision deferred ... The Hurunui District Council has a 

extension to decide on the Government’s Three Waters 

funding package. 

PHOTO: DAVID HILL 

spokespersonconfirmed 

the Hurunui District 

Council had been granted 

an extensionuntil 

November30. 

‘‘A smallnumber of 

other councils have also 

beengranted extensions 

due to particular 

challenges theyare facing 

including changing 

investmentpriorities as a 

result of recentstorm 

events.’’ 

The extension only 

applied to the ‘‘Better Off’’ 

funding, and not the 

transition support 

package. The Hurunui 

council was entitledto 

$350,000 to assist withstaff 

costs in meeting requests 

for information and 

transition requirements. 

Chief executive Hamish 

Dobbie saidmeeting the 

transition requirements 

would placeamajor 

burden on the council, so 

it hadnohesitation in 

accepting the transition 

funding. 

‘‘Wewere very clear 

fromday one that we 

didn’t have the ability to 

backpay someonetobe 

abletosupply all the 

information the 

departmentrequired. It’s 

important to remember 

thathis council is not anti 

reform perse, but we 

believethe proposed 

reform programme is 

flawed.’’ 

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It startedasamass start but when over 

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fiveasitwas so hot insidethereall 

dressed in fire gear,but Ipushed on to 

the 10thstory.’’ 

Thenbythe 18th levelGuy said a 

bunch of NorthIsland firefighters 

attacking the climb,wearingfull 

breathing apparatus, hadstoppedto 

restcausingajam so he toopaused 

there to catch hisbreath. 

FromthenonGuy sayshestarteda 

routineofclimbingtwo flights then 

takingabreather,but hispace was 

Happy to succeed ... Waikuku volunteer firemen James Marks (left) and Guy Hahn (centre 

kneeling) rest with three New York Fire Chiefs who had flown out for the memorial run and 

acouple of runners from the Hicks Bay Volunteer Fire Brigade. 


furtherslowed whenhestartedtohelp 

runners whohad slowedthrough 

exhaustion. 

‘‘Thosefirst timers like me whowere 

tacklingitusing Breathing Apparatus 

(BA)gearwere struggling and we had to 

helpafew along. 

‘‘Then there wasthosereallyfast guys 

who were doing adouble assent, up 

twice, whenthey caught us up on their 

secondclimb we hadtostopand help 

themalongastheywere exhausted,one 

was even crawling up on hishands and 

knees. 

‘‘Everyonestruggled and we all 

suffered,but we eventuallymade it to 

the top. 

‘‘I finished justbehindJames,hedid 

it in 40 minutes andIwas just five 

minutes behind him, notbad for afirst 

timer.’’ 

The pairrested brieflythen returned 

to the airportand caughttheirflight 

backtoChristchurch. 

MondaymorningGuy, atruckdriver, 

sayshediscovered howsore he really 

was. 

‘‘I forgot howoften Ihad to climbin 

and outofthe truck cab eachday and 

those musclesIhad overworked 

climbingthe tower, really told me how 

soretheywere.’’ 

21 

Balcairn Hall 

offers school 

holiday fun 

NEWS 


By ROBYNBRISTOW 

The Balcairn Hall will be home to 

children’sdramaclasses during the 

October school holidays. 

The hall committeeisrepaying the 

generoussupportofloyal parents who 

regularly attendconcerts, and will run 

dramaworkshops during the school 

holidays in October. 

The dramaclasses willbeled by Mrs 

DinieBevers,and her husband Wim, 

and are aimedatchildrenaged 10 to 13 

years. 

Both Dinieand Wim have had 

extensive experience in children’s 

dramaover manyyearsand are well 

qualified. 

Dinieisaspeech and dramateacher, 

and anational examiner for Speech 

New Zealand. 

The workshop,which runsoverthree 

days,isabout havingfun withdrama. 

The course runs from 1pm to 3pm on 

Thursday, October 6, Friday, October 7, 

and Saturday, October 8. 

Thereisanominal fee of $5 to attend 

all three days of the course, which 

covers arange of aspects to develop 

confidence, imagination, teamwork 

and an insight into the fun of doing 

drama. 

Therewill be arange of drama 

games, improvisation,mime, creating 

scenes, rhythm, voiceand more. 

If the inaugural courseproves 

popular, furthercourses for differing 

age groupsare planned for the future. 

Numbers are limited to 30, so book 

earlytosecureaplace. 

Contact: secretary@balcairnhall. 

com for booking details. 

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floor. 

‘‘They are replacing carpet in many 

new builds and renovations and their 

replication of wood grains and the many 

subtle colours on offer makes them very 

easy on the eye in new builds, says Mr 

Graham. 

He says vinyl planks such as the ones 

from the English based Karndean 

Design, offer many great colours and 

styles. 

The master floor covering specialists 

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variety of colours replicating many 

different species of trees from Birch to 

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many more even one offering the subtle 

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Their texture is easy of the feet and 

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the specialist services needed to 

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vinyl planks. 


‘‘We even have good stocks of the 

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Rangiora.’’ 

Graham &Sons Ltd also offer awide 

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ceramic and timber look popular with 

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Rachel Vaughan 

Environment Canterbury 

Iwould be privileged to represent the NorthernCanterburyOpukepuke 

area for Environment Canterbury. Ibelieve my experience would 

benefit our Region. Ihave extensive local government experience to 

add to the Environment CanterburyCouncil table. The next period will 

see the local government sector undergoing aperiod of change. Our 

local bodies need to be led with experience and confidence. 

Ihave the strength, character,and experience to represent the 

Community through what promises to be averychallenging next three 

years. The gulf between council and community must be addressed so 

that the two are working closely together. Iwill ensure we talk with the 

Community. 

Rural areas such as Kaikoura and North CanterburyOpukepuke need to be heard and Iwould be a 

staunch advocate for the area. Ihave strong ties to the entire North CanterburyRegion. Iwas born 

in North Canterburyand grew up near Rangiora. Ihave lived and worked in North Canterburyand 

Kaikoura. Ihave seen the rapid development pressure our communities have undergone. Ihave also 

observed our rural areas struggling to maintain functions with changing rules and economic pressures. 

Environmental challenges are affecting the mental health of our Rural Communities, Ibelieve our local 

Council can supportour rural communities by ensuring effective engagement and fair outcomes. Our 

region needs representation that understands the issues and promotes engagement. ACouncil needs 

to be speaking to people about what they want. 

Government policy should not restrict the way we live and do business. Environment policy should be 

developed in collaboration with all our land users to ensure we get the best for our Environment. Iwant 

to supportour towns and urban centres along with our farmers and rural hubs. Iunderstand how our 

North CanterburyOpukepuke area functions and what we can do to continue to make it successful. 

The local government sector is facing pressure due to government changes to legislation and policy. 

These changes are in areas of Resource Management Law Reform, Freshwater Policy,Three waters 

and Local Government Reform. There is alot going on! This is making our staff busy and decision 

making by our councillors is complicated. Ihave worked in local government for alarge portion of my 

working life, I’ve heard the issues of balancing rising costs. Iwould bring in-depth experience of the 

operations and frustrations of local government. 

Iwouldensure our Region has avoice and influence the Government for positive change. My 

experience and confidence would ensure the North Canterburyhas arational voice on issues such as 

the freshwater implementation, the stadium, public transport, and regional roading. Iwould elevate 

Waste Management to aregional issue. 

2512373 

Authorised by Rachel Vaughan 

rachel@smartpathways.co.nz 

2022 LOCAL BODY ELECTIONS 


GRANT EDGE 

Standing for Environment Canterbury 

North Canterbury/Opukepuke 

Iamseeking re-election so that Ican continue to support 

better social and economic outcomes for people of 

North Canterbury while ensuring positive environmental 

improvements. The big issues Iidentified in 2019 are still the 

same today. The difference being is that they have now been 

elevatedinimportance in Environment Canterbury’s Strategic 

Direction. Actions have been identified inthe Long-Term Plan 

and finance allocated. 

25 

NEW LEGISLATION: This has been achallenging three years 

at Ecan, operating with Covid-19 and addressing the most extensive central government policy 

changessince the early 1990’s. Iunderstand the complexities of this new,more directive planning 

legislation designed to achieve better environmental outcomes. Ihave the skills, knowledge, and 

experience to advocate for actions to improve the environmental outcomes for North Canterbury 

and our region. 

CLIMATE ADAPTATION: Climate change is coming at us like arocket. Tough calls about how 

we adapt to climate pressures will need to be made. Iwant to ensure that there is good honest 

engagement with the community about the reality of what change might mean. Iamcommitted 

to elevating climate conversations and related actions. 

WATER QUALITY AND LANDUSE CHANGE: Improving waterquality for drinking, swimming and 

ecosystem health is apriority issue for me. Isupport local rural catchment groups who work hard 

to address on-farm environmental issues in their efforts to reduce impacts on the land and water. 

More encouragement and incentives are needed to accelerate change and restore degraded 

landscapes. Greater district council and Ecan cooperation onland and water management is 

essential to provide avoice for everyone in the community to collectively improve things. 

LANDSCAPES AND BIODIVERSITY: I want to help promote the special character of our 

outstanding North Canterbury natural environments and unique cultural setting to foster growth 

in tourism and recreation. We have lost up to 90% of our indigenous biodiversity and we need 

to substantially reset the balance. Inter-agency coordination and education to help protect and 

regenerate is critical to helping address this environmental issue. 

TRANSPORT AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT: I support public transport initiatives like fare 

subsidies and electric buses, cycleways and pathways. A more compact urban form will help 

reduce carbon emissions and loss of productive land. However higher and medium density 

development combined with efficient public transport will, in my opinion, only succeed if the new 

living environments and connections to public spaces are designed to very high quality and are 

family friendly. 

I’m an experienced Councillor and effective communicator who thinks outside the square to 

deliver sensible, forward-thinking governance solutions. Future generations are depending on 

sound progressive judgement. 

Iamseeking your vote to help facilitate positive change. 

Authorised by Grant Edge, grantedge4ecan@gmail.com 

2510104 

Claire McKay 

ECAN Candidate 

It’s time to exercise your democratic vote. 

In seeking re- election asyour representative at the council table, I 

am committed to providingstrongleadership andgood governance. 

Building onthe experience and knowledge gained from two terms 

on Environment Canterbury, and critical and strategic thinking, 

balancing social, economic, environmental, and cultural values 

makesfor reasoneddecisionmaking. 

Likeeveryone, Iwantclean safe freshwater to drink, swim in, andto provide formahinga kaivalues. 

Improving freshwater water outcomes isachallenging and complex issue that is the focus ofthe 

Canterbury Water Management Strategy and Environment Canterbury regulatory plans. Real and 

lasting change takes time and requires asignificant shift in accepted practices and behaviours, and 

investment in both urban and rural communities. This have been and will continue to be apriority 

focusareaifre-elected. 

Ihaveand willcontinuetoadvocatefor ahighfrequency,safe,reliable, lowemissionPublic Transport 

service which people want touse, and it goes where customers want togoasbeing critical for 

connecting NorthCanterburytoChristchurch. 

Recentfloodshavehighlighted thatasaregion, thereisaneedtofocus on howweadapt andmitigate 

the risks from climate impacts. More intense and frequent droughts, flooding, sea level rise and 

erosion isexpected. Ilook forward to being part ofthe next council who will partner with District 

councils,ManaWhenua,and communities to consider howwedevelop resilience in ourcommunities 

throughunderstandingand preparedness. 

The upcoming term ofcouncil will bechallenging as it responds to the raft of central government 

legislativedirectivesrequiringincorporation into newregulatory plans by 2024. 

The impactswill be significantacrossbothurban andruralcommunities. 

Akey focus for me will be to ensure our communities are involved and heard, so we take people 

with us andachieve changefaster andmoreeffectively,ratherthansolely relyingonpursuingarigid 

regulatory approach. 

My businessbackground andappreciationofthe valueofhard- earned cash,ismy driverfor afocus 

on prioritisationofwork, valuefor moneyand wise investment within Environment Canterbury. All 

this must occur within afinite ratepayer funded envelop of affordable rates, rather than acost-plus 

mentality. 

North Canterbury needs anadvocate and strong voice to ensure ongoing effective representation 

of the community. Ienjoy the satisfaction offacilitating customer connections to staff and seeing a 

resolution,despitethecomplexity often involved.Ivaluetrust,transparency, collaborative processes, 

effective communications,and strong relationshipsonthepathtoworking together to solvingissues. 

Icareabout ourpeople, environment, public transport,economy andmostimportantly ourfuture. 

If youcareaswell, then vote forme–ClaireMcKay. 

Authorised by Claire McKayEmail:clairemckay2016@gmail.com 

2511443 

2510999 

MARIE BLACK MayorHurunui District 

Being the Mayor of the Hurunui District is 

not arole thatItake lightly. Iamextremely 

honored to continue to represent our 

district for asecond term. No matterwhere 

in the district you live it is critical that we 

work together andcontinuethe foundation 

of our rich andproud history. 

Some ofthese successes, isdown toyou, 

as with your support we can ensure the 

districtwill grow and continue to be agreat 

place to live, workand play. 

Can Iencourage you toparticipate in all 

manner of councilbusiness fromthe many 

advisory groups, community committees 

and actively engage in councilconsultation. 

It is in our bestinterest to engage to better 

understandhow we should deliver services 

withinour place of belonging. 

The introduction of Mayors Taskforce for 

Jobs isareal highlight for me in my first 

term, a true privilege to work alongside 

staff toensure wecontinue tomeet our 

targetsand community. 

To have 100 young people successfully 

placed into sustainable employment 

is outstanding. I have also enjoyed 

supporting ayoung Rangatahi through the 

Tuiaprogramme which involvessupporting 

attendance to 4 Wananga to enrich his 

personalculturallearning journey. 

This term I look forward to introducing 

a fully funded government programme 

“Ehara taku toaite toatakitahi 

Engarihetoatakitini” 

“Mystrength is notthatofan 

individualbutthatof acollective” 

Authorised by Marie Black,marieblack@amuri.net 

named “Welcoming Communities” this will 

enrich our district byensuring newcomers 

and migrants are more able tointegrate 

and add to our valued cultural diversity. 

Iamgrateful for the current councillors for 

their dedication over the past three years, 

Ihave appreciated their input toachieve 

successful decisionmakingfor the district. 

May Itake this opportunity tocongratulate 

the nominees in the West ward given no 

election is necessary, but also wish all 

candidates standing in the East and South 

wards asuccessful campaign. 

Iamcommittedtoagainbuildastrong 

unanimous council that will work foryou 

and withyou,we 

are strongerand 

better together. 

My door 

is always 

open. 

Kind 

regards 

Mayor Marie 

Black



Robbie Bruerton 

Standing for Hurunui Council 

South Ward 

Iwas raised in Greta Valley, my Father the local Engineer working in steel, my Mother working in 

family and community. Iloved country life, undeterred by grazed knees and sunburn. 

High School took me to Christchurch, later serving my Engineering Trade and gaining N.Z.C.E. 

On an Overseas Training Award, Iwas distracted by aScottish tourist in Adelaide. Ultimately 

Janiceand Iwere married in Scotland. 

Five years and three continents later we returned to Hurunui, relocating our family business 

to Amberley, which we have called home for 27 years now. With local support, we have grown 

our businesses Hurunui Engineering, Hurunui Hydraulics and Amberley Toolshed, providing new 

services to the region. 

Iamextremely grateful that our two children got to grow up in Amberley, nurtured within our rural 

based environment and values through School, sports, healthcare, community and friends. 

My local community involvement has included Fire Brigade, Amberley Reserves Advisory Group 

and Amberley Lions Past President. Iamacommittee member of Jet Boat NZ Canterbury, 

AmberleyNZ Business Promotion group and the Amberley Ward Committee. Ihavebeen acurrent 

Hurunui District Councillor,for the last three years. Between the many successes and sometimes 

frustrations, Ihavegained areal understanding of Council policy and process. 

My community and business activitiesinvolve me with many people with avariety of aspirations, 

providing abroad and balanced perspective on what concerns our community and asoundbase 

from which to advocate on those issues. 

Council must remain transparent and accountable at all times. Water quality is amajor concern 

to our residents. Climate change presents significant challenges and risks to Hurunui’s large 

agricultural base and our Beach Communities. Although as Kiwis we are highly innovative, 

capable and passionate about our environment, there will undoubtedly be serious financial and 

environmental considerations for our council and community to address going forward. 

Exceptional residential growth around Amberley now requires anew Spatial Town Plan to 

encompass expected future growth, town concept, function, character and destination appeal. 

We need to encourage and enable appropriate new business to compliment and service this new 

growth, both in Amberley and the widerHurunui District. 

The upcoming term for HDC, will prove tobevery challenging. With the forthcoming imposition 

of Central Government Reforms to 3Waters, resource management Act and indeed the future 

role of Local Government itself, our ability to have influence over issues that directly affect us, is 

becoming increasingly under threat. 

This next Council Term will be atime for strong local understanding and knowledge with stable, 

carefully considered decision making. Ioffer an experienced, business perspective with astrong 

community focus to this task. 

AuthorisedbyRobbie Bruerton: robbie@hurunuieng.co.nz 

2507919 

RE-ELECT 

PAULINE WHITE 

Elected in 2019, I seek re-election to continue 

representing you onthe Hurunui District Council. My 

driving force ishelping people and promoting wellbeing 

–social, environmental, cultural and economic. 

Born and bred in Rangiora as afifth generation North 

Cantabrian, Ifirst dipped my toes into Hurunui life by 

accepting a teaching position at Broomfield School 

where I’ve taught since 2010. In 2016, Nigel,our three 

daughters and Idecided tolive, work and play here. 

We purchased alifestyle block and recently opened 

BroomfieldAutomotive. My council work and teaching 

position alongside our business means I am well 

connectedacrossand activewithinthe community. 

Iaspiretocontinue to playanactive role in promoting 

the further connectingand increasing well-being 

of people andshaping our diverse,developingand 

changing communityinto thefuture.Iwanttohelp 

My keypriorities are: 

people,tomeet 

the needs of our 

residents while 

maintaining our 

unique Hurunuienvironmentand heritage. Iwant 

Hurunui to be thebestitcan be –where we lookafter 

our people,harmonise with our environment, progress 

and prosper. 

With the plethora of reform coming from central 

government, you need acouncillor who can provide 

strength, experience and representation across local, 

regionaland national levels.You need someone who will 

fight toretain local democracy and voice and challenge 

againstcentralisation of services (eg:3Waters).Youneed 

someone withhindsight,insight and foresight.As asitting 

councillor,myproven experience,commitment, current 

knowledge andtransferrable skills make me that person. 

• Listening to residents to establishneeds andpriorities requiredtoenhance wellbeing forall. 

ENGAGEMENT &REPRESENTATION. 

• Ensuring sound financial decisions and transparency toensure appropriate and efficient management of 

rates, debt, projectfunding &spending. 

• Improvingmaintenance,safety and service levels across theHurunui roadingnetwork. 

• Ensuring local growth is APPROPRIATE,affordable andsustainable withaviewtoincreasing 

opportunities/services while ensuring adequatesupporting infrastructure. 

• Effectiveand compliantdelivery of coreservices. 

• Support forsafewalking andriding networks/pathswhich encourageactivelifestyles and cleaner 

transportoptions. 

• Considerationofboth urbanand rural perspectives in decisionmaking. 

• Environmental &biodiversity consciousnessand action. 

• Community conversations regarding CivilDefence preparednessand Climate Change hazardsand 

opportunities. 

I’m approachable, organised and energetic. Ibring to 

Council positivity, innovative thinking, family outlook, 

business knowledge, 28 years varied educational 

experience, effective communication, prioritisation 

ability,empathy, resilience,financial prudence,willingness 

to listen and appreciateothers’ viewpoints andapassion 

foryouth, biodiversity and environment. 

A vote for me is a vote for People, Planet, 

Progress &Prosperity. Avotefor PaulineWhite 

is avote for hindsight, insight &foresight.Iwill 

listen. Iwill hear.Iwilladvocate. 

Authorised by PaulineWhite, panwhite@xtra.co.nz 

VanessaMcPherson 

SouthWard 

HurunuiDistrict 

• I am against Three Waters. Assets should be owned/ 

managed by locals. 

• I believe in development but not at the expense of 

local identity. Progress should enhance not come at a 

cost. 

• I believe councillors need to set policy that enablesCouncil to fulfil itsobligations to 

residentsand to be accountable forthose decisions. 

• I believe in the necessity ofresidents being engaged in their community and being 

proud of wheretheylive. 

If elected Iwill advocate for: 

-The promotion of rural entrepreneurship and private sectorinfrastructure. 

-Greater accountability of speculative developer-led construction and density of 

development. 

-Leveraging offour regional natural assets and proximity toamajor city centre and 

airport. 

-Driving visitor economy by lobbying accommodation providers, promoting 

agritourism and food/wine producers,and enhancing eventssupport. 

-Purposeful and meaningful Council and communityengagement. 

-Abold and vibrant vision for the district that retains our heritage and rural values 

while ensuring commercial responsibilityofratepayers money. 

-Local workforce and career development. Promoting the region as a working 

destination. 

Ihave moved tothe Hurunui because I’m passionate about everything it has to offer. I 

want to see the region retain itsrural economyroots, valuesand heritage while growing 

at apacethat is measured and accounted for. 

Ihave witnessed unaccounted growth in my home city ofTauranga where ratepayers 

aresaddled with debt and failing infrastructure/ services. Residential growth should be 

at developer’s costs. 

I’mawife, mother,business-owner,thinker,communicator, and friend. 

Nic McPherson 

Standing forCouncil –Hurunui District 

(South Ward) 

Hi, my name is Nic McPherson, and Iamseeking your vote forCouncilor (Hurunui 

–South Ward), Iam39years old and have resided in North Canterburyfor the last 

10 years primarily in the Sefton area. 

Iammarried to Loren, and we have a5year old daughter. Up until recently I 

worked in Christchurch and commuted everyday before deciding early this year 

to make the jump to self-employment, which has been asteep learning curve 

but very rewarding in terms of being available for mydaughter’s school events 

and other hobbies. 

Ibelieve Ican bring afresh, younger perspectivetothe Hurunui Council combined 

with many years in Corporate and SME environments. 

One of the biggest challenges facing Hurunui at present is the lack of skilled 

staff across many sectors and the current one size fits all approach towards 

immigration isn’t going to fix this issue. In my opinion alocaliised approach with 

assistance from central government would at least remove some ofthe pressure 

our local businesses are facing. 

Iamstrongly opposed to the “3 waters” reforms currently being forced through, 

this amounts to the removal ofanasset that is currently owned and maintained 

by the ratepayers of Hurunui. Idon’t believe we would be prioritized by alarger 

entity on anational scale, leading to the possible degradation of services. 

I believe that all candidates seeking election should provide their potential 

constituents with full and current transparency on the source ofall campaign 

funding in alive and ongoing basis, rather than the current 55 days after the 

election. Voters should have the right to know who is backing acampaign. For 

personal transparency: Ihave accepted an offer from the Taxpayers Union for 

three anti “3 waters” billboards, and the remainder of my campaign is solely selffunded. 

The clean car “tax” has only added additional costs to the rural community that 

is already under financial pressure with other additional expenses. Whilst Iamall 

forareduction in our carbon emissions and meeting the goals that have beenset 

–this is the wrong way toachieve this. EV/PHEV vehicles potentially suited to the 

rural community are in development but right now they’re not here and, if they 

were, they would probably be in the region of $150k and that just doesn’t work 

for rural New Zealand. 

Iwelcome anyquestions please feel free to email me at 

nicmcpherson@outlook.com 

Authorised by VanessaMcPherson: Vanessa.hurunui@gmail.com 

2510419 

Authorised by: Nic McPherson, PO Box 45, Sefton 

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SHAUNLISSINGTON 

Standing for Environment Canterbury in theNorth Canterbury Ward 

As afather andgrandfather, Iknow that we have an opportunitytoleave alegacyand thisisakey 

reason whyIhave chosen tostand for council. 

My goal is to bring bothenvironmentaland financialstabilitytothe Counciltable. Idon’t believethatyou 

can have one of theseoutcomes without theother.Ifwecan bring balancetothe decisionmaking,then 

we will build abetter place for currentand future generationstolive. 

As theownerand operatorofasuccessful family farming business, Ihaveextensiverepresentation 

and governance expertise andIwillbring thesetothe Counciltable. Iwillbelooking forsolutionsthat 

achieve mutual agreement. 

Iknow that manypeople in our community arestrugglingfinancially and Iwill be pushing for awork 

programmethat hasminimalrates impact. As councillorswehaveajob to do to make surethe work 

programme we committoisaffordable. 

Thiswork programme will be developed by theCouncil. Onceagreement is reachedaround priorities, 

budgets and work plans, it willbeamatter of strategic andcareful implementationsothatwemeet 

established budgets, regulatory requirements and time frames. We needtoget the jobdone and it 

needs to be theright job. 

Ourregionhas beenhard hit by climate change as evidenced by unprecedented flooding.Apriority for 

me will be to ensure appropriate mitigation andfloodprotection is in place to protect lives and property. 

We must takethisaction. Simultaneously we need to be lookingatthe longertermshifts we can set in 

place to turn the climate change tide. 

Public transport is another keyissue for me.Iwantto 

understandwhy we have lowpatronage on ourpublic 

transport.Isitculture, costorsomething else? Once 

we know the answer,wecan seekworkable solutions 

to ensure successfuland financially sustainable public 

transport systems areinplace. 

Iamwell aware of the issues we currentlyfaceinNorth 

Canterburyand it will be my goal that Councilearns 

thetrustand respect of ratepayers. Iwillmake myself 

accessible to thelocal community so that thereare 

opportunitiesfor you to hear from me,and me to hear 

from you. 

Finally, Iencourage everyone to vote in thelocal body 

elections. 

Make sure your voice 

is heard. 

Philip Redmond QSM -Company Director -Re-standing for the Waimakariri District Council, Kaiapoi-Woodend Ward. 

Waimakariri continues to maintain high growth and this requires councillors with business and governance experience, 

local government knowledge backed by apassion for our district. The population has grown to over 65,000 people and 

the district has strong economic growth and low unemployment. 

Iamasitting councillor and appointed Woodend-Sefton Community Board member,former Kaiapoi Borough Councillor 

and former elected Kaiapoi Tuahiwi Board member and lawyer.Iamacompany director and amember of the Institute of 

Directors. Ipossess extensive local government experience, backed by legal expertise and governance skills. 

Supporting local communities is very important to me. 

Rates must be sustainable and affordable. Waimakariri has an ageing population and we need to remain conscious of 

the demands on residents with fixed incomes. Prioritising expenditure is vital as population growth places additional 

pressure on services and infrastructure. 

Isupport plans to improve road safety in Woodend, including the Woodend bypass, to establish apermanent home for 

the Pegasus Community Centre and establish communities facilities in Ravenswood and Kaiapoi. Local government is 

about communities. 

Key challenges ahead for the council include climate change, fighting Three Waters, RMA reforms, infrastructure, 

drainage, transport and sustainability. 

As acouncillor,Ihave been involved with town centre reviews, economic strategy,housing, lighting, property acquisition 

and disposals, alcohol licensing, regulation and Civil Defence amongst other matters. 

Kaiapoi and Woodend are gateways to our district and the entrances to both towns should be enhanced to encourage 

locals and visitors to spend more time in our towns and car parking and trafficcongestion addressed. 

Iamaccessible practical and approachable with afocus on listening to the community and acting on important issues 

for Waimakariri. Ibelieve in giving back to the community and over the years I’ve used my 

skills to assist many community groups on apro-bonus basis. Iwas awarded aQueens 

Service Medal for community service in 2019. 

Along with my council commitments, Iamatrustee (former chair) of the Kaiapoi 

Maritime Heritage Trust, patron and life member of Coastguard North Canterbury,life 

member Kaiapoi Promotion Assn, trustee North Canterbury Sport &Recreation Trust, 

Chair Waimakariri Creative Communities, member Waimakariri Health Advisory Group 

and Rotarian. Ihave recently left BBBS North Canterbury and the Rotary Charitable 

Trust to focus on council commitments. 

Waimakariri is athriving district and it’simportant for us to continue to grow 

sustainably with careful financial management. It has been aprivilege 

to serve the community of Kaiapoi-Woodend as your councillor. 

Iseek your support to continue. 

Philip Redmond. 

QSM, MA(Hons), DipTchg,LLB,FANZCN, MInst D. 

2510415 

Authorised by Shaun Lissington, ph 027 315 0039. 

AuthorisedbyP.I.Redmond, ph (03) 327-6374 

2509641 

Joel McLachlan – 

Financial Adviser. 

Standing for Kaiapoi-Woodend Ward - 

Waimakariri District Council 

Hi, I’m Joel. 

I’m proud to call the Waimakariri district my home. Igrewuphere, have established asmall business, 

and have chosen to raise my own family here too. I’ve seen this place grow,and I’m excited for what 

it will become. Along the way I’ve become interested in the things that can be done to make our 

community abetter place for all of us. Arun at Council was ahuge decision for adad with two young 

kids, but I’m confident that if elected, Iwillmake apositive difference. 

Council members should be people who can get things done. Last year,Ihelped secure $50,000 to 

enable the Pegasus/Woodend Menzshed to build anew purpose-built facility in Gladstone Park. This 

has enabled the Menzshed to meet regularly while providing apermanent home for this amazing 

community group to operate from. On apersonal note, it was awesome to be able to help fulfill aneed 

in our community,and Iknow there’s more that can be done. 

Iaminfavour of anew community centre for the Pegasus/Ravenswood area. One that is purpose 

built to hold events which bring our community together,can be used by various groups within our 

community,and will be suitable for the community for many years to come. 

As asmall business owner,Ibelieve that ahealthy business community is avital for ensuring that 

communities prosper and grow.It’s certainly been ahard couple of years, and Iknow people have 

been doing it tough. Iwill supportlocal businesses by promoting Waimakariri as agreat place to visit 

and do business. Bringing in people from outside of the community to enjoy what Waimakariri has to 

offer,will bolster spending into our local businesses. 

Councilors should work in the best interests of ratepayers. If elected Iwill strive to be highly accessible 

to you, to ensure your voice is heard. Iamlooking forward to getting stuck in, to help manage the 

growth of the Waimakariri region, as more and more people realise this is afantastic place to live. Iwill 

advocate to maintain quality resources and services in our district, whilst making sure that ratepayers 

are getting the absolute best ‘bang for their buck’ in any new spending. 

If you see me down the street, at the local café, or at the park 

with my kids, please come and say hello. Let’s talk about how 

we can make our community an even better place to live. 

Authorised by Joel McLachlan ph 022 104 0323 

Re-elect 

Neville Atkinson JP 

Council 

Kaiapoi –Woodend 

Being aCouncillorand DeputyMayor is an absolute privilege. 

Iamproud of theachievementsmade over thelast sixterms.Knowledgeand 

experience built over this time will be invaluable in thenextthreeyearswithso 

many reforms on the table. 

Iwanttocontinue to be partofaprogressive,sustainable,unified councilwhile 

challenging issues that are before theratepayer. Continuingtochallenge the 

Government’sattemptsatcentralisationofall thingslocalispriority –Three 

WatersReform is aprime example. 

Water andenvironmental issues,climate change, roadingand communication 

will continuetochallenge council in to the future.Having theskills and 

experience to workasanadvocate for theKaiapoi –WoodendWardwillenable 

ourdistricttocontinue to be an exciting,vibrant, sustainable placetolive. 

Priorities: 

•Three Waters (carryonthe fightinopposition) 

•Climate change /sustainability 

•Dealingwith Governmentreform 

•Sensible Woodend /Pegasus road safety improvements 

•Sensible solutionstocommunity facilitiesinWoodend /Ravenswood/Pegasus 

•Finishing regenerationinKaiapoi 

•Drainage 

Avote for Neville Atkinson JP is avote for a 

progressivefuture for the peopleofWaimakariri. 

AuthorisedbyNeville Atkinson021 558037 

2508205



2512148 

Shona Powell 

Standing for Councillor –Kaiapoi-Woodend Ward 

Afresh perspective is needed on Councilaswefocus on thefuture.Withsix yearsascommunity 

boardchair,Iwill be abletohit thegroundrunningand Iamknown formyactiveinvolvement 

locally. 

Ispend alot of time outand about talking with locals,ifwehaven’t connected, please contactme. 

Thisisakey part of keepingupwith theissues andbeingavailable. 

My work experience in health,education,event managementand also self-employmenthave 

givenmeawiderangeofskills. Ihavealsoservedasdirectorofafinancial organisation.Ihave 

theflexibilitytocommitfullytoCouncil andthe community.Ialsochair theWaimakariri Access 

Group,who were adriving forcebehindgetting theslipperypaversoutside theKaiapoi Library 

fixed recently. 

There arebig issues like managingthe rapidongoing growth,which must be in theright places at 

theright time,climatechange, threewatersreforms,water quality, andlocal government reforms. 

After floodinginpreviousyears andthe wettestJulyonrecord, floodingmustbeaddressed. 

Sustainability,bothenvironmentally andfinancially is needed.Rates must be affordablewitha 

balancebetween providinginfrastructureand community facilities needed andmanagingcosts; 

I’mupfor thechallenge.Weneed good transport links whichgive us choice like acycleway 

betweenKaiapoi andWoodendfor commutersand highschoolstudents.Businesses, including 

homebasedand small businesses, must be encouragedastheyprovide valuableservicesand give 

residents work opportunities. Giving local businessesthe chance to secureCouncil contracts is 

part of this. 

Idon’t just sayIadvocate; Iactually do something. Ispoke at theselectcommittee hearings last 

monthagainstthe threewatersreforms as they standbecause 

localswon’t haveareal sayabout howtheir waterismanaged 

andthe costsofsubsidisingother Councils.Ihavespoken 

outaboutthe need forthe safety improvementsthrough 

Woodend, Waikuku andatPineacres corner andthe 

need forthe WoodendBypass.Ihavepresented 

submissions to ECan encouraging them to make 

their rate risesmoreaffordable. 

Butthere arealsocommunity issues like footpaths 

and roading. Andthisareaiskey forour District as 

manyofthe townsare on or near SH1. Theyare our 

window andmust showwell. Thatiswhy Iadvocated 

fornew welcomesigns in Woodendwhichwill be 

gettingunderwaysoon. Iwould also like to 

seesomenew signs forKaiapoi. 

Iseekyoursupportand your vote. 

Please spread theword to others. 

Authorised by Shona Powell: voteshona@gmail.com. Ph: 021 0231 6152. shonapowell.com 

2506554 

TIM FULTON 

Oxford/Ohoka Ward Council Candidate, 

Community Board candidate –Oxford 

subdivision, Waimakariri District 

Council. 

Igrewuponasheep andcrop farm at Swannanoa andhavelived andworkedinthe Oxford/Ohokawardmost of 

my life. IloveWaimakariri’smix of rural living withtown andcitylife and I’m runningfor council because we need to 

maintain that balanced lifestyle. 

Waimakariri’spopulation is expected to reach almost 100,000 by 2050[64,000 currently] so we’reinfor some 

majorchanges to the look andfeel of the area.But this doesn’t mean we havetolosethe bestthingsabout living 

here. 

As an agricultural journalist fornearly 25 years, Ihave developed astrong understandingofland andwater 

management issues, both locally andnationally. 

The Oxford/Ohoka wardisfacingbig challenges, includingeffective and affordable landand water management and 

thechallenges of building infrastructurefor our fast-growing area. 

Waimakariri council has an important jobtodohere. Twomajor issuesare the proposedprivateplan forhigh-density 

housing Ohoka village and thenational roll-out of ThreeWaters. Isay no to both. 

The planfor Ohoka villageisachallengetothe integrity of our community plan for managing urban growth. 

Waimakariri has aplanfor housing intensity across thedistrictand that planmuststand, or else we riskundermining 

democratic process. Asidefromthat, Ohoka villageisabeautiful spot so let’s not ruin it. 

As for Three Waters,weown theseassetsand council manages them well,solet’s notmess with thiseither. 

Ibelieve acouncillor’sroleistolisten, seek advice and make decisionswith the most completeinformation possible. 

Council should be acollaborativeexerciseand that’salways beenmyapproach to involvementinthe community. 

I’maLifeMemberofOhoka RugbyClub,servedaspresidentofNorth CanterburyRugby SubUnion from 2010 to 

2012 and led avolunteer teamthat raised $75,000 forupgradedLED rugby lights at Mandeville SportsCentre. 

Alongtime playerand supporterand Swannanoa CricketClub, Iled the club’sreturntoSwannanoa Domainfrom 

Mandeville SportsCentre, drove theinitial restoration of theclub’s historicpavilion andmanaged theinstallation of 

new artificialturfonthe old concretewicketblock. 

With this background,you can expect astrongcommitment from me to sports and recreation, wherecouncil 

is involved and in community generally.Ilove to see what’s possible with acombination of volunteer drive and 

professional support.Councils, Ibelieve,haveanimportant role to play in supportingclubstostay healthy and 

strong. 

Outside sport, I’ve published three books, Straight off the Tussock –afamilymemoir; Kiwi Farmers Guide to Life –a 

collectionofKiwifarmingstories -and just now, The Clarence: Peopleand PlacesofWaiauToa.Fair to say, Iloved 

the chance to share theseKiwi farming stories, giving abit of insight into rurallifealongthe way. 

Lookingahead,Ibelieve that withgoodrepresentationoncouncil, we can still enjoy the best of urbanand rural life in 

Waimakariri. 

Sincerely,Tim 

For more information on my council campaign you can goto 

www.timfultonmedia.co.nz/Fultonforcouncil or Facebook Fulton for council. 

Authorized by TimFulton, 21 Earlys Rd,WestEyreton. 

2508582 

THOMAS ROBSON 

Standing for council for the 

Oxford/ Ohoka ward. 

Ihave livedinthe Waimakariri District all my life, growing up on aruralproperty in Oxford,Iplayed 

rugby for Oxford Rugby Club, attended OxfordArea School where Iwas headboy in 2013, and have 

been heavily involved in various community groups ever since. Ihave beenamember of the Oxford/ 

Ohoka Community Board for 6years, 3ofthese as Deputy Chair. Iam also the Chairperson of the 

Oxford Community Trust, have beenaUDrive mentor,and formerChairperson of the Waimakariri 

YouthCouncil. 

Ihave worked in the CivilConstruction Industryfor 9years and have alot of experienceinRoading 

projects across Canterbury. Because of this experience Ihave an interestininfrastructure and 

ensuring townplanningiscarried out in the most efficientand effective way possible. 

My involvement with the Oxford Community Trust has given me an insight intothe many social 

issues facing our local residents and the need to include afocus on Community needsatthe Local 

Government level. Iwill continue to advocate for the Trust should Ibeelected as Iknow howvital their 

work is. 

My experience on the Community board means that Ihave agood understandingofhow the Council 

works,and thebelief that Oxford andOhoka deserve much better representation. The core business 

of Council i.e., infrastructureand community support, needs tobeasefficient as possible. 

Iwanttoensurethatthe Council focus on getting the basics right, from smart town planning, quality 

roading infrastructure, wellmanaged water infrastructure, protection of the environment, effective 

economic development,the goal needs to be to provide rate payers with the bestvalue for their 

money. The decisionswemakearound infrastructure now will affect residents for many years to 

comeand it is fool hardy to delay necessaryrepairs whether it be to roading or water systems as this 

nearly always leadstoincrease costs and an added burden to the rate payer in the future. 

In theOxford areaweare blessed with aunique landscape and urban/rural aspect that needs to be 

preserved. Town planning needstoreflect this and ensure the natural beauty of the area is protected. 

My desire is to be astrong advocate for the Oxford/Ohoka Community and to push localinterests at 

the Council level to ensurerate payers get the best value for their rates dollars. 

Iwould love to have yourvote and in returnIwill work hard to make sureyour voice is heard! 

ThanksThomas Robson 

Authorised by Thomas Robson 17 Park Avenue, Oxford 

Colin Wightman 

[Oxford-Ohoka Ward] 

Along time resident of the greater district. Family farms in Ohoka, 

Oxford &View Hill areas 

Astrong business background, currently amanufacturer of mobile 

Tiny Homes. 

Graduate from Lincoln College with a B.Agric.com .. Mktg/ 

Economics. 

Hoping to bring anew perspective to Council calling for strong 

leadership,accountability and prudent fiscal outcomes at all levels 

of the organisation. 

A focus on improving Council performance in primary core 

services. 

The fair and equal treatment of all ratepayers while supporting 

Council in the push-back on 3Waters and other central Government 

over-reaches. 

A solutions based no-nonsense person with a genuine social 

conscience, someone who knows how to run a business 

successfully. 

If elected, Iwill bring to the table aset of skills encompassing 

lifetime work experiences in the building, farming, tourist, sport, 

retail, exporting and political spheres. 

Astrong advocate for democracy,equality and justice.Apromoter 

of private enterprise. 

Authorised By Colin Wightman c.wightman@xtra.co.nz 

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I’m standing for re-election having served as 

your councillor for the last 3years. I’ve lived in 

the Oxford-Ohoka Ward and been an active 

member of the community for 23 years with my 

Waimakariri bornand bred husband, and we’ve 

raised our 3children here. 

Now isapivotal time for our district with asuite 

of proposed central government reforms aimed 

at local government ranging from the unpopular 

3 Waters reform, to Resource Management, 

the Future for Local Government, health, and 

Civil Defence reforms, all whilst coming out 

from the shadow ofapandemic under dynamic 

economic conditions. There’s work tobedone, 

and we need steady hands to navigate the way. 

I’ve been asuccessful business owner, Ihave a 

Bcom in Marketing &Management, I’veworked 

in agriculture and horticulture, and I run the 

Waimak Lifestyle Block Group. I understand 

our rural communities’ needs, concerns and 

challenges. 

Ipreviously campaigned on four main issues: 

Sustainability, Sensible Planning, Sound 

Financial Management and Community & 

Wellbeing. I’m proud to say I’m doing what I 

promised. 

Iwas honoured to be appointed the first holder 

of the newly created Climate Change and 

Sustainability Portfolio. Whilst there isstill much 

to do, Iampleased with the progress we’ve 

made so far. 

With my interest in planning, I was named 

associate portfolio holder for the District Plan 

NIKI 

MEALINGS 

and I attained my qualification as an RMA 

commissioner in 2020. Iwas then appointed 

as one of two elected members tothe Proposed 

District Plan hearings panel. My hope is to help 

get the best outcomes for our community when 

hearings get underwayoverthe next fewmonths. 

Despite global and local events, WDC has 

held its AAcredit rating, limited average rates 

increases to well below inflation, maintained 

levels of service despite reduced funding, and 

still allowed for growth. Ours are amongst some 

of the lowest average ratesincreases of councils 

nationwide. 

Over the term Ihaveworkedwith ourCommunity 

Team on various healthand wellbeinginitiatives, 

and I chair the Community and Recreation 

Committee. I have enjoyed working with the 

Waimakariri Youth Council, and I represent 

Waimakariri’s interests on the Greater 

Christchurch Partnership Committee alongside 

the Mayor and DeputyMayor to help our whole 

region achieve better outcomes together. 

Of courseitwouldbe remiss of me not to mention 

that Ilove being able to effectively advocate for 

residents on individual concerns and get results 

for them.That’sthe whole point, right? 

I have worked hard for our community at 

regional, district and locallevels. Ihope that you 

will support me to continue that work. 

Authorisedby 

N. Mealings, niki.mealings@icloud.com 

2506551 

Standing for 

WAIMAKARIRI 

DISTRICTCOUNCIL 

From ayoung age, Ihavewantedtobe 

involved in things thatmatter. As an 

earthquakerefugeeresettling in Rangiora 

post 2011, Iamkeentosupportthe local 

community and to contribute, whereIcan. 

Iamdeeply concernedbythe trajectory 

our countryisbeing takenuponbut Ibelieve 

homeostasis can be achieved. Ifocus on 

solutions notproblems. Ilisten, formulate 

and help resolveand drivechange. 

Ihaveadiverse careerinpeople 

management, project work and change, 

including the spheres of Health, Disability, 

education, age care, and facility 

re-development. 

Istarted my working lifeasanadvertising 

copy writer forradio,trainedasanurse and 

have beeninvolved with organisations such 

as LauraFergussonTrust (atBoard level), 

Nurse Maude as ChiefExecutive, and 

Windsor careasGeneral Manager,and then 

their Board.Iwas thesole female director 

on the BoardofSmiths city at the time 

theylistedonthe NZX. Ihaveanursing 

qualification; B.A. (Canterbury) and Diploma 

of Health Services Management(Massey). 

Iwas formerly amember of the Institute 

of managementand of the Instituteof 

Directors, N.Z. Iwas aformer Chair of Senior 

Netand am amember of RangioraGrey 

Power,the Cancer Society and CatCare 

Incorporated. 

AuthorisedbyStephanie Waterfield 

Stephanie 

WATERFIELD 

My interestsinclude politics, issues that 

marginalise older people and assisting young 

people with learning difficulties. Iam 

interested in workforce planning and 

developmentand facility development. 

Iknowhow to spend moneyresponsibly, 

but also knowhow to curb the urge! 

In my personal life, Ikeepinclose with family 

and friends, Iamanavid reader,writepoetry, 

and partofvoluntarygroups. Icheck on wise 

elders, garden and enjoyinterior decorating. 

Have gone off cooking! 

ENVIRONMENT 

Protect our braidedrivers, our nestingsites 

and mitigate climate change. 

JOBS &ECONOMY 

Iamagreat supporteroflocal shopping 

and thereare plenty of choices in Rangiora. 

HOUSING PLANNING 

Protect our available land and use less 

desirable soils forurban development; avoid 

reduction of boundariesand elevations that 

destroyurban enjoyment. 

LOCALDEMOCRACY 

Specific local democracyreporting is often 

interesting. Ihaven'tnoticed much done by 

the council to engage with local community 

–could improve. 

Contact Stephanie 

brettw@xtra.co.nz 

Murray Clarke 

Standing for Rangiora Community Board 

As a founding chairman of the Rangiora 

Community BoardIam standingfor election 

in an endeavourtoensurethatpropertyrates 

increases for Rangiora residents are kept to 

aminimum by avoiding costly overruns and 

exploring alternativesources of funding. 

Committed to listening and acting on the 

needsofthe RangioraWardresidents. 

Ihave been alocal resident for 49 years 

involved in farminginSouthbrookand small 

businessventures. 

Community activities – Founder 

of Community Watch, Rotary Club, 

Waimakariri Health Advisory Group, Grey 

Power, Rangiora Drainage Committee and 

six termsonthe Rangiora Advisory Boardto 

name afew. 

Previously employed byOtago University 

as Facilities and Contracts Manager at 

Christchurch Hospital Site where Iamalso 

Justice of thePeace forstaffand patients. 

University Exceptional Achievement 

Award for Earthquake reinstatement work 

Otago Medical School representative on the 

Rangiora HealthHub. 

Qualified in Building Inspection and 

Engineering, Public recreation facility 

management I have the ability to fully 

understand Council Staff reports and act 

appropriately. 

Iamcommitted to serving the Rangiora Ward residents 

▶ 3terms onthe Rangiora Ashley Community Board 

▶ 49 years in Southbrook 

▶ Qualified in Building Inspection and Engineering 

▶ Justice of the Peace 

▶ Experience in facilities &contracts management 

Community activities: 

• Founder of Community Watch 

• Rotary Club • Waimakariri Health Advisory Group 

• Grey Power • Rangiora Drainage Committee 

DUNCAN LUNDY 

Standing for Ashley Subdivision – 

Rangiora -Ashley Community Board 

Ifarm at Okuku, married toDiana and have 

always had an interest in Community affairs 

including the Loburn Reserve, Emergency 

Management andthe Rangiora Show. 

In my present role as Deputy Chair of the 

Community Board Iamvery aware ofthe role 

of advocacy and that we carry this out in such a 

way that all those who want to be involved have 

the opportunity to do so. Itwas pleasing tosee 

members of the Garrymere Water Supply join in 

aworking party to worktowards abetter outcome 

for all user’s onthe scheme during its upgrade to 

meet NZ drinking water standard’s 

For one to represent others and still hold down a 

full time job requires dedication,energy,anability 

to be effectiveand above allhaveanapproachable 

manner. An effective Board member needs to be 

able to develop astyle that is prepared to question 

both Council and Staff from time totime and 

have aclear eye on the issue’s that may affect the 

Ashley Subdivision Area inthe future such asa 

futurepossible drainage rate and the pressurefrom 

future urbanization. 

Being from a strong practical background, I 

firmly believe inengineering local solutions for 

local issues and many times in my experience 

the solutions comes from the community itself. 

The Board needs to be led by people who can 

get people involved as against simply informing 

them ,weare here toengage and listen to the 

view’s ofour community, call me if you wish 

3128-774. 

Ifirmly stand behind the view that the ratepayer 

has no choice in whoprovides essentialservices so 

it is important that the Council delivers on both 

quality and value for money. While we would be 

foolishnot to plan for growth, the ratepayer needs 

greater respectand the compounding effect of rate 

rises cannot be underestimatedonmany. 

It is critical that the interests ofRural, Semi- 

Rural and the Smaller Settlements are protected, 

promoted and enhanced by dedication and 

sound judgement. During this term Ihave with 

other’s continued astrong lobbying stance on the 

condition of gravel roads within our area. The 

standard isnot good enough and now that the 

widerCouncil has accepted that fact some further 

progress can be made. Inmyview many need 

capital investment and simply not just another 

grade.For those wholike myself liveonone,they 

are avital link with the outside world. Ihave also 

promoted the idea of arecycling container north of 

the Ashley River similar to the one at Cust, this is 

now under consideration by Council. Ihope that 

funding will be 

available through 

Government lead 

waste reduction 

projects and 

not rates. We 

can all do our 

bit as long term 

sustainability 

essential. 

Igiveyou my commitment,Iseek 

your support and canbecontactedat 

duncanlundy.cando@gmail.com 

is 

2506553 

Authorised by Murray Clarke, 027 513 7678 

2509970 

Authorised by DJLundy,47Mountain Road, Okuku.



2511076 

Iwas born and raised in Rangiora, married 

to David and have lived and worked here 

all my life. As ownersofContinental 

Caterersfor 53 yearswehavecontinually 

supported our local community.Iwas 

chairperson of the DudleyAquatic Pool 

Fundraising committee which raised 

$1.8m towardsthe cost of this wonderful 

facility. 

Ihaveenjoyedmythree yearsatCouncil, 

amongst trying times and my business 

experience hasbeen most helpful in 

assisting with strategic direction, long 

term planning, and decisions at the 

Council table. Ihavebeen chairperson 

of Audit and Risk, Business, promotions 

and town centres. These of which arepart 

of the 16 committees Ihavebeen fully 

involved in. Ihaveworked very hardfor 

our community and those who knowme 

liketoget things done. 

RE-ELECT 

JOANWARD 

Standingfor 

Rangiora-AshleyWard 

3watersReform Bill hasconsumed 

me and our Council to over the past 

18 months to push back on this unjust 

Bill. Igavemypersonal speech to the 

Select Committee in August voicing my 

concerns of this Bill. Waimakariri would 

lose control of our Assets, our income 

from these, ourtalented staff,and loss of 

service to our community.Rates would 

double under this bureaucratic Entity. 

Thereismuch moreand Iwould be happy 

to discuss any of your concerns by just 

giving me acall. 

Ialso would liketoprogress an Eastern 

Link Road from Lineside Road through 

to Northbrook to assist with congestion 

on Southbrook Road.Economic 

Development in our growing district is 

important to me as well as the urgencyto 

get a24/7 medical hub in Rangiora. 

Iwould appreciate your support by re-electing me 

back to your Council forthe next three years. 

Authorised by Joan Ward 021 221 7021 

LIZ MCCLURE 

Standing forRangioraAshleyCommunity 

Board, Rangiorasubdivision 

It is aprivilege to live in Rangiora with my 

husband and three children. We are all 

active members of our community. I am 

completing 7years on the Southbrook 

School Board with 4ofthose as Board 

Chair. My husband is alocal volunteer 

firefighter and together we run our 

successful IT consulting business. Our 

children have all beeneducated through 

local schools, with our youngest finishing 

year 8atthe end of the year and our 

eldest two both studying and working 

locally in Rangiora. 

With 20-years governance experience, 

Ihave held many board positions and 

coordinated numerous successful 

events. I love connecting people to 

people and enjoy listening to people’s 

lifejourneys. Iwas awarded the Minister 

of Health Individual Volunteer Award 

for my mahi with Plunket following the 

Canterbury Earthquakes. Ihave strong 

communication, listening and time 

management skills, Iamfriendly, downto-earth, 

reliable, professional, and hard 

working. 

Our world is ever-changing, and 

our community is always evolving. I 

bring the best of both worlds with a 

sound business acumen and extensive 

governance experience. I am 100% 

dedicated to working alongside our 

community. 

Istrongly support an afterhours healthcentre 

facility in Rangiora, would 

advocate for the retention of our local 

water assets and am passionate about 

ensuring all tamariki have the right to 

equitable and sustainable learning, 

cultural, wellbeing and sporting 

experiences to be able tohave the best 

possible future outcomes. 

Thank youfor your support and vote. 

Authorised by Liz McClure–Ph0276289984 

2511147 

Long-term view needed when voting 

My name is Padi Nistala, Iamstanding for council in the 

Rangiora-Ashley ward to help deliver more wellbeing with 

less impact on our environment. 

Here’s why: 

Long-termthinkingis needed when deciding our community’s future. 

We need to create greaterwellbeingfor our communities, environment, 

and economy. 

Ibring international work experienceinchange management with small 

companies,large corporates, and also with central and localgovernment 

in New Zealand. 

Born, raised and educatedinIndia, Idid further studies in the US and 

New Zealand.Imoved to Rangiora eight years ago and this is home. 

I’m passionate about bringing people together,and over the past four years I’ve volunteered within our 

vibrant Waimakariri community,loving the experience of community togetherness we have here. 

We are presently dealing with several issues -Three waters, floods,housing, Covid and healthcare to name 

afew.However,ifweare really serious aboutleaving good options for future generations to work with, 

we also need to consider awider perspective, aproactive longer-termapproach and collective action. In 

other words, what ‘seeds’ should we be planting now to haveathriving community living in ahealthier 

environmentinthe future. Specifically, there are three areas, Iwanttofocus on - 

Growing local economy 

Enhance ourlocal economy through sustainable initiativesthat are beneficial to us and our environment. 

Encourage acircular economywhich focuses on minimising waste, and enables people, businesses, and 

industrysectors to reuse and repurpose products. 

Protecting our environment 

Encourage innovation with wisdom to create better land use solutions that benefit us and our environment 

inthe long terme.g. micro-farming. Instead of conventional subdivisions for housing, let’s think about 

developing acommunity that could essentially manageits own energy,water,garbage,and food production, 

with choices for shared transportation. 

Connecting communities 

Createmore opportunities for interaction and participation of people by setting up places like innovation 

hubs where seasonedprofessionals and young people may collaborate to develop new ideasand longlastingsolutions. 

There are many doingamazing work and with greatinitiatives.Weshould create a 

yearlong calendarwith avarietyofprojects and events that appeal to differentpeople. Let’smake ahabit of 

volunteering even for only atiny amountoftime. The benefits are many to us as individuals, our children and 

community. 

As your councillor,I’ll be takingalonger-termview when makingdecisions at the council table. Iurgeyou to 

take alonger-termviewaswell, when deciding your votes. Howwe handle growth, its ongoingeffects and 

environmental sustainability is crucial. Communitieswill be asked next year for feedback on the Community 

Development Strategy,which looksathow the district will address the opportunities and issues in housing, 

climate change, growth and diversity.Local Government reformis alsoplanned. Big change is ahead. 

Ensure your voices are heard. Please vote. 

Authorised by Padi Nistala padi@padinistala.co.nz 

2511082 

2511080 

Morris Harris 

Standing for 

Rangiora –Ashley Community Board 

Ihave lived all my life in the Rangiora area and my working life has been Farming Sheep and Cropping 

on the outskirts of Rangiora Fernside area. 

My first termasaCommunity Board Member has been Interesting, Challenging, Frustrating, and 

Rewarding. 

Interesting and Rewarding for me was being the Rangiora Museum Community Board Representative 

these people who give so much of there time to keep our Historyavailable to the people of the 

Waimakariri are long overdue for abetter building. 

Challenging and Rewarding Ivolunteered to be on athree person committee along with alawyerto 

work on behalf of the people in the North West of Rangiora to stop aShingle Quarry being set up in the 

Rangiora Racecourse something in my view should never of got to this stage. 

Rewarding was aBack to Basics day were people came to learnthings watch demonstrations bring 

garden tools to be fixed all free of charge and enjoy sites to look around so many happy people that 

day was nice to be partofit. 

Frustrating aflooding issue Iwas asked to go and look at in February2022 since then it has flooded 

four more times causing stress to the other property owners who use this shared driveway. 

Imyview an easy fix half aday with adigger and the problem would go away Iwas soon to learnit 

does not work like this. 

Not that long ago 80s 90s 2000 one or two people would turnuplook at the problem decide how to fix 

it in the most cost effective way then do it. 

Now in the modernworld we live in Ican turnuptakephotos and film it from my phone if Iwanted to I 

could send these to the UK in amatterofseconds yet it seems so hard to fix the actual problem. 

This is an area that needs addressing in my view we have Laws and Rules that need to be enforced by 

the Council. 

There are many issues ahead of us as we go through difficult times alot of these are out of our control 

but we can focus on what is in our control and tryand make the best out of them DRINKING WATERis 

something that needs action and now to protect it. 

We should not lose sight of the fact anumber of people are finding it hard just with the cost of living 

today so we need to be open honest and fair to all. 

Want strong representation for your area? VOTEMORRIS HARRIS 

Authorised By Morris Harris phone 021 062 3895



31 

2511148 

First elected in 1998 and with 24 years as your councilor Ibring 

considerable knowledge and experience. Isupported newwater and 

sewage schemes, Dudleyand Oxford pools, the Town Hall restoration, 

KateValley Landfill, three bins system, the newstadium to name just 

afew of the manybig decisions Ihave been involvedwith. My 41 year 

civil service career has largely involved listening and responding to 

problems. 

Natural disasters with the earthquakes, flooding and more recently 

COVID have required skilled and experienced governance which are 

qualities Ioffer. 

Big issues for next term are drainage and Iwould strongly support a 

district wide drainage scheme. Climatechange. Central government 

interference inlocal body matters such as three waters. Roading, 

transport and congestion. Keeping rate increases manageable and 

the continuing challenges presented by our ongoing growth. 

We are an AA rated council which is astandard Iwant to maintain. 

As councilors we obviously have different opinions on some matters 

but in my view wehave worked well together with our community 

and also with our brilliant staff. 

My partner Jess who is aswim teacher atDudley and Iare incredibly 

family orientated. Between us we have six children and so far five 

grandchildren, we will often befound spending time with loved 

ones. As time allows over summer we all love fishing and camping. 

On winter weekends Ireferee Rugby and have coached Netball. 

Authorised By Robbie Brine 021 0277 4188 

ROBBIE 

BRINE 

STANDING FORRANGIORA 

ASHLEYWARD AND RANGIORA 

ASHLEY COMMUNITYBOARD 

Re-elect 

Paul Williams 

Standing for 

Rangiora–Ashley Ward 

My name is Paul Williams and Iamcurrently serving on the Waimakariri District council as alocal 

councillor. IliveinRangioraand have been married to Sue for35years. We have three adult children, 

and fivegranddaughters,two childrencurrently living in Rangiorawiththeir families. Iampassionate 

about the council retaining thethree waters,and resolving the flooding issues in Waimakariri. Ihave 

been working hardtoimproveour roading maintenance, parcularly thegravelroads in our district. 

Iwas born in Kaiapoi where myfather served asalocal councillor. Wehave owned an electrical 

business, several gi shops, and an automove business over the last 48years. This experience has 

given me the knowledgeand business background to offer youacouncillor to be proud of.IknowIam 

one of the hardest, mostpassionate working serving councillor today. 

If elected, Iwillwork forall Waimakariri ratepayers,striving to lowerour debtlevel without hindering 

growth.Iamnot afraid to speak outand stand up forwhatIfeel to be rightand to be accountable for 

my acons. 

My focus will be to eliminate wasteful Council expenditure and the need to improve council 

performance. 

Our ratesneedtobekeptatanaffordable levelasIknowthatthere areahigh number of ratepayers 

struggling. We have an ageing populaon and abig concern is pensioner housing which needs to be 

addressed. 

We have acommunity to be proud of and IknowIcan lead theway forward. 

My strengths lie in the business side of the council and in controlling debt. My aenon will focus 

parcularly on the essenal services of water, drainage, roading and sewage, asthese are the 

porolios Icurrently manage. 

My viewisthatthe council needs to be moreopen and accountable to all Waimakariri ratepayers. 

Leadership requires the courage tomake decisions that will benefit not only the current but also 

futuregeneraons. 

Icurrently hold theporolios forroading,waterand sewage,Ialso sit on the audit and risk commiee, 

Airport commiee, Chief Execuve panel, land and Water commiee, District Licensing Commiee, 

property acquisions and disposal working group, Solid waste commiee so Ihave apassion to be 

involved in our community. 

Iamalwaysavailable to listenand helpany ratepayer. 

Avotefor meisavote forapositive future. 

Authorised by Paul Williams 021 0222 1364 


2509642 

KIRSTYN BARNETT 

Standing For Rangiora –Ashley 


With our District becoming increasingly urbanised, our rural 

areas need strong representation to not be forgotten. Ilive in 

Cust on alifestyle block with my husband Ed and two high 

school aged daughters, and bring over ten years of local 

government experience to advocate for services for the 

whole Rangiora Ashley Ward. 

My priorities include good water,drainage, community facilities and roading. Iamopposed to 

the Three Waters Reforms proposed by government as this will take away our ability to set local 

priorities, effectively asking ratepayers to pay more for alower level of service. It is also essential 

that all communities have good places to meet, gather and talk with each other,ensuring all 

residents have access to supportand stay socially connected. 

Recently Ihavebeen lobbying for better improvement and maintenance of gravel roads in our 

district and Iwill continue to push for adecent level of service throughout our roading network. 

Lowering speed limits to compensate for 

poor condition of roads appears to be current 

NZTApolicy,and Iamtotally opposed to 

unnecessarymeasures. 

As well as running abusiness in residential 

and commercial real estate, Iamactively 

involved in my community. Iam Chair of 

the Cust Community Network, co-ordinating 

projects like the rural recycling facility,book 

exchange, and community pantryand also a 

member of the Lions Club, Waimakariri Civil 

Defence and Cust Bowling Club. 

Ihave the experience, knowledge and energy to take Rangiora 

Ashley Ward forward and give the rural and lifestyle areas a 

strong voice. Iwould welcome your support tocontinue 

working hard for our area. 

Authorised by Kirstyn Barnett ph 021 312 230 

Re-elect 

Al Blackie QSM JP 

Council 

Kaiapoi –Woodend 

Ihave livedand workedinthe Kaiapoi Ward for 47 years, have 18 years Local 

Bodyexperience and am asitting Councillor representing the Kaiapoi /Tuahiwi 

Community Board. 

IhavebeenapassionateChairofthe Regeneration Committee 

which hasprovided: 

•new river terraces 

•anew marina 

•the Kaiapoi dog park •Kaiapoi BMXtrack 

•the Kaiapoi FoodForest •the Honda forest 

•the motorhomepark •Park andRide facility 

•new playingfields 

•Mahinga Kaiproject 

•Aqualand 

•theCommunity Hub 

I’ve championedextensive indigenous plantingacrosssix reservesand am a 

trustee on Te KohakaoTuhaitara Trust,managingthe coastal park, as well as 

contributingtoLand,Water andDrainagecommittees. 

IChairthe PegasusBylawyCommittee which monitorsthe beachfromKairakito 

Waikuku. 

My Artsand Crafts portfoliosupports activitiesdistrictwide. 

Thistermwill be very interesting: 

•opposingthe flawed Three Waters proposal 

•addressingwaterrelated problems 

•biodiversity 

•climate changeissues 

•and Kaitiaki. 

Astrongcohesive Waimakariri Council is required to meet these challenges. 

Iamkeen to help. 

Authorised by Al Blackie027 327 6761. 

2510690



2506555 

STEVE WILKINSON 

Standing for Waimakariri District 

Council, Rangiora Ashley Ward & 

Rangiora-Ashley Community Board. 

BRINGING BUSINESS EXPERIENCE WITH COMMON SENSE 

Dear fellow Rangiora resident, 

My name is Steve Wilkinson, and Iamlooking for your supporttorepresent you as Councillor at the local 

Elections being held in October. 

The councillors are expected to make decisions on verycomplex issues facing our District at present, 

whether that be government-imposed legislation around the Resource Management Act or Three Waters or 

how to make sure the council staff are running the business in aprudent manner.Tomake these decisions 

they need to have the experience to ask the right questions of council staff when presented with proposal 

for sign off,and to be able to ask those questions they need awide range of experience and knowledge. 

This is where Ibelieve Ihave the skills and background to be able to ask the right questions which 

ultimately will lead to the right decisions being made. 

Abackground of running over 10 large multi-million dollars businesses over the past 35 years and now 

consulting to local businesses on strategies, growth and risk supports the belief that Ihave the experience 

and knowledge to ask the right questions of council to ensure we get the verybest decisions for our 

community. 

Key issues that Iwant to address if elected include: 

1. Ensuring we have apermanent CEO to drive the business forward. We have had two CEO’s in the 

last two years and the current CEO is only in an acting capacity.This does not provide stability to the 

staff and can provide uncertainty within the team in atime where it is crucial to maintain astaff who 

are focussed on the expectations of their community. 

2. Sorting out increased traffic congestion into Rangiora. 

3. Creating more jobs locally so people can live, work and play in Waimakariri rather than travel to town 

each day. 

4. Ensure we get a24-hour Emergency Care facility in our community. 

5. Stop the Government grab of our assets such as Three Waters. 

6. Ensure Rangiora does not allow multi storey residential building in our community under the new 

RMA Act. 

7. Taking care of our elderly.They are what created this community we all live in now. 

If you want to see more of my background and WHY Iwant to 

represent you just go to my Facebook page on Steve Wilkinson 

for Council |Facebook or just give me aring on 021-334-203. 

Authorised by Steve Wilkinson, Ph 021 334 203 

Jason Goldsworthy 

Standing for Waimakariri District Council 

Ican’t quite believe it’s been three years having the privilege of 

representing our community, sotobegin thank you. The last term on the 

Community Board has been an opportunity for me to look behind the 

curtain of council and see how things work, even dressing up as apūkeko, 

positioning me best to serve you leading into this term. 

With elections come talk of promises, policies and rates, as if these 

things don’t matter in the off years until we have achance to reflect every 

election. Let’s face it we have busy lives, but let’s not get sold on short 

term solutions to long term problems or even miss great opportunities. I’d 

like to share afew ideas and at the least hope to start aconversation. 

As time passes on Icarry agrowing burden to do the best Ican now for 

those that follow, for this we need aclear vision for the Waimakiriri district, 

knowing what we want our communities look like. For me, Ican see us in 

the next 50 years, working towards arates free district leading 

New Zealand in sustainable practices. 

A community that is comfortable to ask 

neighbours for the odd cup of sugar, who are 

connected and resilient. It’s important that we 

continue torespect the efforts of the past, 

engages in the present and is always looking 

to abrighter, fairer future for all in 

our community. 

As a person of few words, many ideas 

and always willing to listen and learn I’ll sum up. 

I’m working towards an engaged, resilient 

and sustainable community, just imagine the 

possibilities, aren’t they 

worth at least aconversation? 

Let’s start this election. 

Avote for our community, 

Jason Goldsworthy 

Authorised by Jason Goldsworthy 027 232 2726 

2510986 

VOTESam Fisher 

Independent Waimakariri DistrictCouncil 

Rangiora-AshleyWard 

STANDING FOR 

WAIMAKARIRI 

DISTRICT COUNCIL 

A4th generation Farmer, who with my wife 

and two young adult children now call 

Loburn, Rangiora home. 

I’m standing as your councillor because this 

special community is our new hometown, 

Icare deeply about people’s welfare and their 

financial, mentally and physical wellbeing and 

believe Ican make areal difference. Ihave 

held proven leadership and governance roles 

including as acouncillor in Local Government, 

have the ability to listen and work practically 

and sensibly in team situations. I’m down 

to earth, not afraid to say what Ithink and 

as the people’s councillor would represent 

your views, advocate your concerns and 

debate your issues. I’m trustworthy, aclear 

communicator and have the drive, passion 

and commitment to be your new councillor. 

My Vision for Waimakariri District is 

community focused and at the heart is the 

people. ADistrict that doesn’t lose “what 

makes it feel right” and empowers residents 

and their communities to be engaged, 

participate, succeed and grow. 

Council makes all this happen by having 

policies, plans and rules, Isupport local 

governance that improves social, economic, 

cultural and environment well beings by 

managing council’s assets and finances, 

growth and development and the 

ever-changing political landscape with strong 

leadership, accountability, practical solutions, 

sustainable and carefully planning and 

community consultation and support. 

Idon’t support Central Government reforms 

of Three Waters, its simply taking community 

asset which have been funded and 

maintained locally, the bigger the better 

method of delivery just adds costs to 

residents and achieves less. We need a 

council that continues to oppose the 

government on these and other reforms. 

Iwill hold council to account, to deliver 

programmes and to set policies that make 

Rangiora and the District arewarding place 

to live and do business, all ratepayers need 

to be receiving value for money, with 

affordable rates, fair process and an 

efficient delivery of services. 

Ibelieve status quo is not an option, 

changing nothing are just steps backwards, 

good enough is not an excuse to not 

challenge your thinking. I’m just an average 

guy who works hard toachieve my goals 

and expectations, my biggest critic but still 

challenge myself to do better, Ifocus on 

solutions, better outcomes and dealing with 

the cause not the result. Ican connect with 

people and comfortable in asuit and apair of 

gumboots and ask for your support and vote. 

LET’S CONNECT WAYNELINTON.CO.NZ P: 027 475 2312 

Authorised by 

Wayne Linton 

•Practical, pragmatic approach 

•ExperienceinLocaland Central Government 

•Understandgovernance and management 

Who am I? 

I’m apeople person. Ilike tounderstand others’ views. I’ve been aprofessional communicator for 30 

years and am aFellowofPRINZ.I’m in my fiftiesand live with my wifeand father-in-lawinRangiora. Ihave 

twotalented teenagers living in Christchurch. 

I’msemi-retired, with ongoing effects of MultipleSclerosis.Irelatetothe elderly and the less ableand will 

represent them. 

What is my history? 

My father wasVicar of Woodend (I went to Rangiora NurserySchool). 

Student President at UniversityofCanterburyin1988. 

Human shield in wartime Sri LankawithPeaceBrigadesInternational 1993. 

Worked forDeputy PM Jim Anderton in the 2000s. 

Had successful marketing business (6 years till quakes). 

Communication Manager forChristchurch CityCouncil, StatisticsNZ, and NZ Parole Board. 

Worked forCustoms,AgResearch, Housing, CommunityEmployment,DairyNZ, and Cassels. 

WhyamIstanding? 

Council provides water, rubbish collection, roads, flood/disaster protection, sewerage, parks, leisure 

facilities, communitysupport, eventsand representation to central Government.This is serious business. 

Ilove the vibe of living back in Rangiora. It has always been afantastic place tolive, work and play. 

Some of my best childhood memories feature Rangiora and searching for Pooh Bear’s Hundred Acre 

Wood near Woodend.Weneedchoices to makedemocracywork. I’mimpressed by our Council, and its 

fantastic legacy. 

Whyvote forme? 

Experienceof4years working closely with CityCouncillors in Christchurch. 

Ihave led engagement and consultationprojects andwant ourcouncil interactions with residentstobe 

clear,open and thorough. 

Iaim to be avoice of compassionatereason. I’mpragmatic,rational and asupporterofdemocracy. 

Ihave worked in Government digital services, so understand Council mustdeliver services usingdifferent 

technologiesand catering to all abilitiessoresidentsdon’t get left behind. 

We are living in anew normal. To find our way, weneed patience, respect and common ground. Now is 

the time to supportdemocracy, openness and good governance. 

ISUPPORT 

•Identifying programmes, projects and investmentsthat make adifferenceinwellbeing. 

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•Council’s involvement in the Greater Christchurch Partnership 

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NC mayoral hopefuls express their views 

By DAVID HILL 


North Canterbury’s mayoral 

candidates are unitedintheir 

oppositiontothe Government’s 

proposed Three Waters reform. 

Candidates in Kaikōura and 

Waimakariri haveexpressed 

their views on ThreeWaters, 

climate change,Maori wards 

and rates rises in the 2022 Local 

Democracy Reporter mayoral 

candidate survey. 

But it wasthe government’s 

proposed Three Waters reform 

which drewthe strongest 

comments. 

FormerKaikōuraMayor 

Kevin Heays questioned the 

government’smotives. 

‘‘Isthe three waters 

movement reallyabout 

investment or infrastructure? 

Or is it aboutgovernment 

ownership? Is this apart of 

local government reforms 

driven fromWellington. 

‘‘I remainadamantthata 

different modelneeds to be 

offeredand considered,ifit's 

about governmentassistance to 

upgrading councils' 

infrastructure.’’ 

Whenitcametoclimate 

change,MrHeayssaid 

ratepayershad ‘‘a levelof 

obligationtosupport climate 

change initiativesintheir 

patchbutnot all’’. 

Fellow Kaikōura Mayoral 

hopeful Ted Howard said 

centralgovernment supportfor 

councilswas needed when it 

came to Three Waters. 

But decisionmakingneeded 

to be localand thereneeded to 

Miles StapyltonSmith Dan Gordon Kevin Heays Ted Howard 

be ‘‘a diversity of approaches’’. 

Mr Howard said councilshad 

aroletoplay in addressing 

climate change,but it could not 

be solvedwithoutinternational 

cooperation. 

‘‘Onceglobal cooperationis 

achieved,solvingclimate 

change is relatively simple.’’ 

IncumbentKaikōuraMayor 

Craig Mackle said thecouncil 

supportedreform, butnot what 

was being proposed. 

‘‘We're notgetting basic 

questions answered, so it's hard 

to understandthe fulleffects. 

The question remains, howcan 

we keep moving forward with 

water.’’ 

Mr Macklesaidthe threat 

fromnatural hazards had 

changed in Kaikōurasince the 

earthquakes, with coastal 

erosionlessofathreat. 

‘‘Butthe mountainsbehind 

us havemillionsofcubic 

metres of loose shingle andit's 

going to comeout oneday. 

‘‘I don't believe we should be 

fighting nature, but we needto 

understanditbetter.’’ 

In Waimakariri, incumbent 

Mayor Dan Gordon saidthe 

proposed ‘‘four megaentities’’ 

wouldnot have the samelevel 

of local knowledgeand 

expertise. 

‘‘Ourassets areworth $602 

million and theGovernment 

hasoffered us $22 million and 

twoshares in theproposed new 

entity. The proposal from the 

Government removes local say 

andtakes away locally owned 

assets.’’ 

He said theevidenceon 

climatechange was 

‘‘overwhelming’’. 

TheCanterburyMayoral 

ForumClimateChange 

SteeringGroup, which Mr 

Gordon chairs,was workingto 

understandthe long term 

effects of climatechange for 

theregion, he said. 

‘‘This willmeancouncils 

spendingmore money to 

mitigate theeffects andfind 

solutions.’’ 

Waimakariri Mayoral 

challenger Miles Stapylton 

Smith said he felt something 

sinister could be afoot with 

Three Waters reform. 

‘‘Firstly, Ithink the present 

Government is dishonest in 

whattheir plansare,and with 

themalso removingour elected 

health boardsthey can easily 

force the water to havechlorine 

or thehorribleindustrialwaste 

formoffluoridethatisriddled 

withother contaminants.’’ 

Mr StapyltonSmith 

questionedthe runningofbig 

buses duringoff peakhours, 

and said smaller buses might 

bettersupport elderly 

passengers. He wantedto 

incentivisethe growingof 

crops for bothoxygen 

production and carbondioxide 

reduction. 

All five candidates werein 

supportofsomeform of Maori 

representation. 

Given Kaikōura and 

Craig Mackle 

Waimakaririboasted two of the 

lowest ratesrisesinthe country 

this year,all five candidates 

said they felt the rates risewas 

fair. 

There is no mayoral contest 

in theHurunuidistrict,with 

mayor MarieBlack reelected 

unopposed. 

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Change rejected 

Long service ... Hamish Hartnell of FENZ Hawarden, and his wife Mairi. 


Long fire service honoured 


Hamish Hartnell’s five decades 

of servicetothe Hawarden 

Volunteer Fire Brigade was 

honoured at afunction in the 

Hawarden Memorial Hall last 

month. 

Mr Hartnell saysinhis 50 

yearsofservice, he has 

treasuredthe camaraderieand 

friendships he made. 

He was joined at the Fireand 

Emergency NZ presentationof 

his DoubleGold Star Award,by 

family, friendsand fellow 

volunteer firefighters. 

Mr Hartnell started with the 

Waikari Fire Brigade in July, 

1971,while working for 

Transport North Canterbury, 

before transferring four years 

latertothe Hawarden Fire 

Brigade where he has served on 

the brigadefor the past 46 

years. 

He rose to the rank of Station 

Officer and for the past 40 years 

has mowed the fire station 

lawnsasaservice to the 

brigade. 

Mr Hartnell worked at the 

Waikari LimeCompany,plus on 

farm at BentleysRoad, before 

changing direction and working 

at Hurunui College as 

caretaker for 12 years. 

He then went back to truck 

drivingfor Heathstock Haulage 

for fouryears,and then Greta 

Valley Transport for 10 years, 

before semiretiring, but 

helping out when needed. 

In 2019,MrHartnell and his 

wifeMairi, received aHurunui 

District Council Community 

award for theirservices to the 

community. 

Mr Hartnellisacommittee 

member of the Hawarden A&P 

Association, and has been a 

marshallfor the black and 

colouredsheepclasses for 

moremany years. 

He is also amember of the 

Hurunui Community 

Committee. 



The speed limit on Oxford’s 

MainStreet will remainat 

50kph. 

Amotiontomake a 

request to the Waka Kotahi 

New Zealand Agency(NZTA) 

director to reducethe speed 

limit from50kph to 40kph 

waslostafterasplitvote at 

last week’s Waimakariri 

District Council meeting. 

Thereport was brought to 

councilbythe OxfordOhoka 

Community Board in 

response to residents’ 

concernsabout safety, 

particularlyfor thosewith 

vision impairments. 

Thecouncil had 

previously rejected a 

proposal to reduce the 

speed limit to 40kphas 

recentlyasDecember last 

year. 

At thetime councilstaff 

citedthe costofaround 

$450,000being neededto 

makethe necessary 

infrastructure and traffic 

calming changes. 

Butthe proposal was 

revisited followingthe 

approval of theSetting of 

Speed Limits Rule2022 by 

TransportMinisterMichael 

Wood,whichtook effectin 

May 2022. 

Duringlast year’s 

community engagement, 54 

percent of respondents were 

in favour of reducingthe 

speed limit, with 46 percent 

in favourofkeeping the 

existing speed limit. 

Mayor Dan Gordon said 

the council wouldcontinue 

‘‘tolookatmethods and 

strategiestoreduce 

concerns aboutsafety in the 

community’’. 

Councillors also voted to 

revokethe council’s Speed 

Limit Bylaw (2022),now the 

new Setting of Speed Limits 

Rulehas comeintoforce. 

The newrule required all 

councils’speedlimitdatato 

be migrated to anational 

speed limit registerand 

removed the need forthe 

bylaw. 

The HurunuiDistrict 

Council completeda 

thorough speed limitreview 

two years ago. 

Chief executive Hamish 

Dobbiedid notexpect any 

changesasaresult of the 

new Setting of Speed Limits 

Rule. 

‘‘Weconsulted widely, on 

1600km of roads in our 

district and it wasnot only 

about speed, but also about 

safety. 

‘‘Wehave agood 

relationshipwithNZTA and 

we continuetohave 

discussions on whether our 

speed limitsare 

appropriate.’’ 

Mr Dobbiesaid thespeed 

limit for southern entrance 

to Amberley was the subject 

of ongoingdiscussions, and 

the new rulewould simplify 

the processinthe future.

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Wet wait ... Lauren Jones of Westmorland, holds Caspian while waiting in the rain during 

one of the handling competitions at the Pegasus Adult Riding Club’s 40year celebration 

ribbon day held at the Rangiora Showgrounds on Sunday. More photos page 42. 


Birthday celebration 


The Pegasus Adult Riding Club 

celebrated its 40th anniversary with a 

ribbon day at the Rangiora Showgrounds 

on Sunday. 

Rain failed to dampen the spirits of 

the hundreds of competitors who had 

turned up to compete in every level, 

from pleasure and riding club mounts to 

show queens and everyone else in 

between. There were even some novelty 

dog classes for dogs and their owners. 

The Pegasus Adult Riding Club was 

formed in July 1982 by fifteen founding 

members whose chief aim is still to 

encourage riding as asport and 

recreation and to improve and maintain 

astandard of riding and horsemanship. 

This year the club amended their 

traditional spring show schedule to 

reflect and celebrate the nature of the 

club. 

It welcomed all types of combinations 

from happy hackers to show queens and 

aimed to run an enjoyable day out, 

catering to all equine loving adults. 

They are not based at Pegasus North 

Canterbury, they simply share aname, 

and like many other riding clubs in the 

wider Canterbury area, they have no 

grounds of their own. 

Instead they use the grounds of 

various pony clubs and private 

properties scattered throughout the 

district to cater for their wide spread 

members, and keep it interesting for 

both horses and riders alike. 

Women celebrated 

The role of womeninwar and peace 

will be celebratedinKaiapoi 

tomorrow (Friday,September16). 

The Kaiapoi RSA is holding a 

commemorative service at the Kaiapoi 

MemorialReserveinRavenQuay 

tomorrow at 10.30am to celebrate the 

80th anniversary of its women’s 

section. 

Founded in February 1941, the 

Kaiapoi RSA ‘‘ladies of the auxiliary’’ 

was the first RSA women’s section to 

be established in New Zealand. 

The commemorations were 

postponed last year duetoCovid19, 

Kaiapoi RSA president Neill Price 

says. 

Aplaquewill be unveiled next to the 

flagpole in the memorialreserve by 

Kaiapoi RSA patron Maureen Lindsay, 

alongserving coordinator of the 

women’s section. 

Royal New Zealand RSA women’s 

association nationalpresident Dianne 

Wilsonwill be the guest speaker. 

She will be joined by women’s 

association nationaltreasurer 

Catherine Hill,Canterbury RSA 

president StanHansen and 

WaimakaririMPMattDoocey. 

‘‘The public is welcome to attend, 

and particularly those who had 

relatives in the women’s organisations 

duringthe war,’’MrPrice says. 

He says the RSA has been collecting 

memorabilia of the women’ssection’s 

history, including details of the first 

committee. 

He says the roleofwomen during 

war is too oftenforgotten. 

‘‘There is asaying that those who 

stayedathome also served. 

‘‘Theylooked after the kids and kept 

everything going,and if you takeWorld 

War 1, they didn’t have the facilities 

Museum piece ... The Kaiapoi RSA 

women’s auxiliary prepared this quilt as a 

community fundraiser to support the war 

effort during World War 2. It is now on 

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Women’s committees suchaslocal 

Red Cross branches in World War 1, 

and the women’s auxiliaryWorld War 

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Fundraising quilts with names sewn 

into them are on display in the Kaiapoi 

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Scarves, hats (beanies), mittens and 

socks were also knitted by volunteers 

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PegasusRidingClubs anniversary day 

Smile. ..Bella the spaniel, shown by Simon 

Lowe of Pegasus, goes under the critical eye 

of judge Dafydd Flye in the novelty dog class 

at the Pegasus Adult Riding Club’s 40year 

celebration ribbon day. 

All smiles. ..Charolette Broadbridge of 

Kirwee, leads Euro around one of the rings at 

the Rangiora Showgrounds on Sunday. 

Achampion hack. ..Paul Brechin leads his 

winning hack back for some deserved hay 

and arest. 

Keeping warm. ..Briannah HadfieldBroatch 

14, of Fairlie, cuddles into her favourite dog 

Nym to keep them both warm while 

watching the riding club event. 

North Canterbury remembers 

Royal display. .. Debbie Goldsmith, coowner of The Little Book Company in the Gable’s 

Arcade, in Rangiora, with adisplay of royalthemed books, including some about Queen 

Elizabeth 11 who died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. 


Commemorative area. .. Waimakariri Libraries team leader of reader and reference 

services, Jenny Kirkwood, with one of the many books in an area set up in the Rangiora 

Library to remember and reflect on the life of Queen Elizabeth II. 


ALL OTHER PHOTOS BY JOHN COSGROVE 

Incommunitiesall aroundthe 

North Canterbury region,anumber 

of citizens and officialsare 

commemorating the passingofthe 

Queen Elizabeth II intheir own 

way. 

(Far left) In memory. .. Rangiora RSA 

manager Jane Sommerville arranges flowers 

in front of aspecial area set aside for 

members to commemorate the passing of 

Queen Elizabeth II. 

(Left) Half mast. .. Around the North 

Canterbury region flags atop many 

businesses and official buildings are flying at 

half mast in honour of the late Queen. 


(Right) Thinking ahead. .. Rangiora street 

planners were really planning ahead when 

they named these two joining streets in the 

middle of the town. 

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Adventure tourism and farming afine mix 


Five generations of the Loughnan family 

have farmed the land at Tawanui Farm, in 

Cheviot, with adventure tourism now abig 

focus. 

The 350 hectare property is primarilya 

working farm, but also hosts popularonfarm 

tourism experiences including 

glamping, farm tours and jet boatingon 

the HurunuiRiver. 

The familyconnectionbeganwith the 

Murray familyonBoscarne Farm back in 

the early1900s. Boscarne Farm was where 

one of the current ownersofTawanui 

Farm,Elspeth Loughnan, grew up, and 

Clonmore, which belonged to her uncle 

DavidMurray, was nextdoor. 

Tawanui evolved in 1990when 

Clonmore and Boscarne, which had 

always been drylandsheep and beef 

farms, were merged after Elspethand her 

husband, Mike, moved to Clonmore in 

1989. 

More change occurred in 2014 when one 

of their sons,Tim, decided to returnhome 

to work on the farm. 

‘‘We needed to lookatcreatingother 

income streams,’’ Tim says. 

‘‘Without irrigation, the size of the farm 

was too small to support two families.’’ 

Elspeth's parents, Stuart and Joan, and 

Mike and Elspeth, had all previously run 

successfulonfarm toursfor bus loads of 

tourists, so developing an extension to that 

adventure tourism business was an 

appealing option for the family. 

Energy Jet on the Hurunui River,plus 

Tawanui Farm glamping and farmtours, 

now run by the family‘‘were choices that 

aligned well with our passions and our 

location,’’ Tim says. ‘‘You have to enjoy 

interactingwith peoplefor tourism to 

work.’’ 

Tawanui Farm glamping site is set on 

scenic, rollingfarmland, surrounded by 

Manuka and pine plantations. Thereare 

Special place ... Adrone’s eye view of the glamping experience at Tawanui Farm in Cheviot. 

twogeodesic domes, acentral camp 

kitchen,alargehot tub,and a180 degree 

view looking down on the Hurunui River, 

with views from the inland Kaikoura 

mountainranges. 

Anew glampingsite is also being 

planned. 

Tawanui is aregenerativelyfarmed 

sheep and beef operation with an 

abundance of other animaland bird life 

on the property for visitors to enjoy during 

theallterrainvehicle farm tours on offer. 

There arealso spectacular nightsky 

viewingopportunities and for the 

adrenalinjunkyinclined, highspeed jetboat 

rides along the scenicHurunui River. 

Four membersofthe Loughnan family, 

Mike and Elspeth(who is also ateacher at 

CheviotArea School),and Tim and his 

wife Jaymie(who is also akitchen 

designer in Kaiapoi) are all involved at 

Tawanui Farm at differentlevels. 

Although adventure tourismisabig part 

of Tawanuinow,farming remains the 

main focus. 

‘‘Thefarm is setup well fortrading stock 

and that is our primary focus, feeding 

animals well all yearround.During the 

growingseason we work on around a 

30day grazing rotation meaning the 

animals are shifted daily (sometimes 

twice) on to new feed,’’ Timsays. 

‘‘This system worksinwell withour 

tourism operations, especially the farm 


tours as our guests willalwaysget to see 

the animals beingmoved with the sheep 

dogs. With it beingsuch an easy system to 

operate, we havemore timetorun our 

tourismoperations. But we have made 

surethateverythingthat we do addsvalue 

and fitswell around the farm and the 

lifestyle both families want to lead,’’ Tim 

says. 

‘‘Weare extremelyluckytostill be living 

where the family settled manyyears ago. 

We have the Hurunui River, the beaches, 

and beautifulviews of the mountains at 

our doorsteps which is pretty unique. 

Cheviot is akind, supportivecommunity 

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Report on Overseer to go to Govt 

By TIM CRONSHAW 

Overseer managers are keeping mum 

about the contents of areport on 

possible changes to software helping 

farmers and growers improve their 

nutrient use and reduce leaching from 

farms. 

The nearly completed report by the 

company coowned by the Ministry for 

Primary Industries, AgResearch and the 

Fertiliser Association of New Zealand 

will go to the Government soon. 

This follows areview last year by an 

independent scientific panel, which 

found Overseer’s shortcomings meant it 

could not have confidence in its 

accuracy to estimate nitrogen losses 

from farms. 

Rather, the panel said the nextgeneration 

Overseer should be used 

with asuite of tools to help manage onfarm 

nutrient losses. 

This was despite regional councils 

relying on it for farmers to meet their 

obligations for freshwater regulations. 

New chief executive Jill Gower said 

the company had always described the 

software inhouse as adecision support 

tool rather than aregulatory tool. 

The benefit of the review after a‘‘bit of 

arough ride’’ was that everyone was on 

the same page about its role after hard 

conversations, she said. 

‘‘It’s atool that has been used in 

regulation and supports regulations in 

specific ways, but really it was designed 

to help farmers to make decisions and 

that’s where Ithink everybody still sees 

it.’’ 

The model was an indicator rather 

than aprecise measuring device and 

didn’t pretend to be arealtime tool, she 

said. 

‘‘If you expect the [results] to be very 

precise and also not fold in other 

information then you’re going to be 

Supporting farmers ... Overseer chief 

executive Jill Gower says everyone is on the 

same page now about the software’s role as 

adecision support tool to improve nutrient 

use and reduce farm leaching. PHOTO: OVERSEER 

disappointed. Ithink that’s what the 

Science Advisory Panel report made 

very clear is that you can’t rely on the 

Overseer number alone —itwill play 

part of the picture and might signal you 

need to look harder at what else is going 

on.’’ 

The model was not designed to factor 

in extreme weather events and 

scientists had been working out which 

climate data to use, she said. 

‘‘There’s areport just about complete 

and that will go to Government and they 

will have achance to look at that. It’s 

already been through peer review and 

they will have adiscussion about what to 

do next. So we aren’t at liberty to say 

what’s likely to change at the moment. 

We will have to wait for Government to 

come out with aresponse on all the 

research the past year.’’ 

She would only reveal that it would 

still be adecision support tool used in 

the context of other information. 

‘‘Will it cater for extreme weather 

events? It’s not actually clear whether 

that’s what the regulators want it to do, 

so there’s abit of engagement going on 

between the Government and councils 

on exactly what their needs are.’’ 

AGovernment response to the report 

should come out later this year. 

Changes in the pipeline were 

expected to be added over the next year 

or two and would not be aradical 

departure from the existing version. 

Ms Gower said it still added unique 

and important value and its strength was 

gauging nitrogen leaching through the 

soil and greenhouse gases to prevent 

pollution slipping. 

She took over the interim chief 

executive role with the understanding 

that would make her ineligible for the 

role, but the board asked her to 

continue. 

More of an ‘‘introvert type’’, she found 

she enjoyed the challenge and had a 

good grasp of the company and software 

as the organisation’s former finance, 

governance and reporting manager and 

earlier as its company secretary. 

The notforprofit company’s sales 

were up last year on the previous year 

with the latest annual results yet to be 

released. 

Ms Gower said sales were initially hit 

when the review was released at the 

same time as Covid19, but it probably 

assisted sales with alot of support 

coming from people unwilling to see it 

lost. 

Overseer has just over 14,000 farmers 

in the system, with typically 5000 paid 

subscribers in any one year and the goal 

is to increase this to 6500. 

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The lure of the upcoming WRC Repco 

RallyNew Zealand near Auckland,may 

have slightlydepleted the field, but this 

weekend’s 2022 Ashley Forest Rallysprint 

will still see manyofthe South Islands best 

drivers in action. 

And thatincludes Haydon Paddon driving 

his Electric Hyundai Kona rally car. 

The fastest one mile (1.7km) rally sprint in 

the country kicksoff this Saturday 

morning, September 17, for two daysof 

high speedaction in the Ashley Forest. 

Sinceit’s inception 43 yearsago, 

generations of rally driversand car racers 

have held the Ashley Forest Rallysprint in 

high regard as the fastest minutemany 

will ever drive at fullthrottle. 

Waikuku rally driverDave Ollis is hoping 

his luck willagain stay with him as he 

tackles the high speedupand down hill 

course in one of his Woodend Automotive 

sponsoredSubaru Sti Impreza rally cars. 

“You have to be very braveindeed to 

record aspeed closetoorunder one 

minute,” he said. 

“Onlythe brave will come downflat out 

from the top,not lifting off.” 

The retired mechanic says he has 

campaigned the annual rallysprint over a 

dozentimessince he firsttackledthe 

forest roadsback in the early 1990s, 

driving atwowheel drive Ford Escort. 

“It wasn’t stock, it had arotary in it and it 

was fast,Igot my best time of 1minute 4 

seconds in it.” 

Ready to race ... Rally driver Dave Ollis of Waikuku with the rally car he is taking up to 

Auckland to race in the WRC Repco Rally New Zealand. This weekend he’s driving another 

of his selfbuilt cars in the Ashley Forest Rallysprint. 

PHOTO:JOHN COSGROVE 

But the notoriousgravelroad caught him 

out and he crashed after crossing the 

finish line. Ollis says the attractionofthe 

Ashley Forest Rallysprint is the one 

minuteofpure action. 

“It can be very scary as you go flatout 

uphill and then try to keep up the same 

speed on the very fast downhillstage.” 

He says one of the best viewing sections 

for spectatorsisthe first left hand corner 

after the drivers had negotiated the top 

cornertocome backdown. 

“You’re going flat out into the left hand 

cornerand rightinthe middle of it is a 

great big dipper that wants to throwyou 

into the bank, we are hitting it at over 

160kmph and it can catch you out if you 

are not careful,” he said. 

The Ashley is just one of anumberof 

events he and his team of family members 

including his codriver, daughter Gemma 

Thomas, are campaigning this rally 

season. In afortnight's time he willbein 

Aucklandracing for thefirst time in the 

RepcoRally NewZealand. 

Racing in the production cars categoryin 

the World Rally Championship round, he 

will be driving his main SubaruSti 

Impreza rally car (pictured). 

“I’veonly rallied in the North Island once 

before, earlierthis year at the Rally of 

Hastingsand Iwas recorded as the fastest 

car on theshingle roads there at 

218kmph.” 

He says the first day of the WRC eventon 

September29will be fast and it will be all 

aboutsurvival as everyone racing willbe 

extremely serious aboutgoingfast. 

But first he has to do well in this weekends 

Ashley Forest Rallysprint and he is under 

no illusionsaboutthe quality of the field. 

“Eventhough some likeMatt Summerfield 

have decided to preserve their carsfor the 

race up north, there willstill be many 

strong drivers there, all capable of 

winning on the day. 

“Hayden Paddon is coming and Sloan Cox, 

aformer Ashley rallysprint winner, will be 

bringing his specialist Mitsubishi EVO 8 

hill climb car there,and he is super fast. 

Otherdrivers from Christchurch and 

Blenheimwill make surethe actionover 

the weekend is both fast and 

entertaining,” he said. 

Atennis win by the smallest of margins 


At arecent veteran’stennis competition 

in Dunedin, it allcame downtoa 

countback. 

The CanterburyCountryteam 

prevailedand wonbythe smallest of 

margins. 

‘‘There wasjust one setinitafterthree 

daysofplay,’’team manager Nick Roberts 

says, whenhedescribed how his teamof 

16 wonthe SuperSeniorsTennis 

Tournament,onSeptember 18. 

The CanterburyCountryteam of eight 

men and womenplayers was ateam made 

up of clubplayers fromthe combined subassociationsofMid 

Canterbury, 

Ellesmere, Malvern and North 

Canterbury. 

Theyplayedfor threedays against 

teams of veteran tennisplayers from 

Southland/NorthOtago, South 

Canterbury,Otago andCanterbury before 

theyfacedSouthern Lakes on Sunday. 

Canterbury Country hadonlylost one 

match while Southern Lakes had wonall 

its games. 

But by beating Southern Lakes, the two 

sides were suddenly tiedonwinsand 

points, so officials startedacountbackto 

see whohad won the mostsets. 

CanterburyCountrycame outontop 

havingwon one more setthan Southern 

Lakes. 

‘‘Theywerevery gracious to looseby 

suchasmall margin,’’Roberts said. 

Withplayers aged from55uptotheir 

80’sthe annualtournament had been on 

holdfor the past twoyearsdue to COVID. 

‘‘Wehadn’t played togetherfor nearly 

three years so it wasgoodtogreet and 

meetall ourfriends again,’’ Mr Roberts 

said. 

Heldinside at the Edgar Centrein 

Dunedin, Mr Roberts said theannual 

gatheringsoftennis aficionadoshailing 

fromtennisclubsaround the South Island 

was alwaysaspecialevent. ‘‘Everyone 

enjoyed themselves overt thethreedays 

and even ouroldest membersJudy 

Lamont andRobert Phillips (both 73), 

heldtheir owninall theirmatches.’’ 

Super SeniorsTennis Tournament 

results. Canterbury Country 1, Southern 

Lakes 2, Canterbury 3, Otago 4, Southland/ 

North Otago 5, South Canterbury 6. 

The winners ... Winners of the Super Seniors Tennis Tournament were the Canterbury 

Country tennis team are: (left to right in the back row) Steve Muir, Evan Johnston, Alan 

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Electric bikes silence noise 


Slow and steady with the added 

bonusofnonoise,was the 

biggest attraction as young 

riders sampledthe skilful art of 

motorcycletrial ridingon 

Sunday. 

Members of the Pioneer 

MotorcycleTrials Club were 

kept busycoaching anumber of 

youngpeopleonthe fine art of 

riding slowly acrossterrain on 

the banks of the Waimakariri 

Riverduring their Have aGo 

Day. 

Aboard the latest electric 

trials machines from China, the 

youngriderswere able to learn 

balance and handling skills. 

Club member DerekScott 

said the sport was growing in 

interest andthe reason many 

youngriderswere trying their 

hand at it was the lack of noise. 

“The revving motors often 

frighten the youngchildren so 

the new electric bikesmakes it 

so much more easierfor them to 

ride more confidently,” he said. 

But the day wasn'tonly for the 

young. 

Several older riders turned 

up to try their hand at the sport. 

Former Canadian resident 

John Jarvie said he hadn’t 

ridden on specialisttrials bikes 

for manyyearsand now he and 

his familywere back home in 

Christchurch, it was agood 

time to try trials riding again. 

He was pleased his daughter 

Nadine, aged 10,was also keen 

to try her hand on the electric 

bikes. 

The clubsnext outing in on 

September 24 at Motunau. 

Ahelping hand ... While former trials rider John Jarvie watches on, 

Pioneer Motorcycle Trials Club member Jules Huguenin helps Nadine 

Jarvie 10, get to grips with an electric trials bike during the clubs Have aGo 

Day on Sunday. 


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Nine hole competition Club Championship MatchPlay / 

Jingles:Cliff BoddyvNMoffatt. Winner Cliff Boddy (by 

default); Pat Glassey vCarol Van Hout. Winner Pat Glassey; 

Terry Courtney vRoss McQueen.Winner Terry Courtney; 

Pam HollandvAnnie Cameron. WinnerPam Holland; 

HowardThomas vRobert Madden. Winner Robert Madden; 

Rita Moore vPat Benny. Winner Rita Moore; Colin Bowman 

vRalph Sinclair. WinnerRalph Sinclair; Carolyn Rosling v 

Diane Sinclair.Winner Diane Sinclair. 

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Eric Pollock 16. 

Lucky Card: Dennis Brook. 

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Thompson3.East/West: WLyn Edwards/Adrienne Paine 1, 

Pat Green/Joyce Gray2,Ann Blackie/Denise Frater 3. 

Junior Evening: Gerard McRea/Brian Presland 1, Margaret 

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De-silting ensures clear water 


NEWS &CLASSIFIED 


Situations Vacant 

51 

Amajor desilting operationofthe Water 

Supply Damatthe Kate ValleyLandfill 

and EnergyPark nearWaipara is under 

way,toensure the supplyofwater for 

landfill operations and to support 

biodiversityinTiromoana Bush. 

The KateValleyLandfill andEnergy 

Parkhas twodams,one to capture 

sediment fromthe earthwork operations 

of the landfill. 

Asecond furtherdownstream knownas 

the Water Supply Dam is usedfor dust 

control, plantwashdown,firefighting and 

ensuringaminimumflow of water into 

the KateCreek, which feeds the 

12hectareKatePondwetland. 

The wetlandwas built as partofthe 

landfill development andisnow an 

occasionalhome to avarietyofrareand 

endangeredspecies, suchasthe spotless 

crake,whichrely on thecontinuousflow 

of clean water. 

Rangi Lord, Regional Manager of 

Canterbury Waste Services,which 

operates theKateValley Landfill and 

EnergyParkfor Transwaste Canterbury, 

saysseveralexceptional weatherevents 

throughthe first 15 years of operations at 

the landfill haveled to significant 

amounts of sediment building up in the 

dam. 

Eachstorm has contributed sediment, 

particularlyrainonApril14, 2014, says 

Lord. 

Alargeslip aboutakilometre 

downstreamfrom the landfillresulted in 

several hundred cubicmetresofmaterial 

collapsing intothe streamchanneland 

thenoverthe nextfew years the sediment 

floweddown into the Water Supply Dam. 

An investigation in 2019found at least 

66 percent of the dam’s storagevolume 

has been filled withsediment. 

That’s an issuebecause aconsistent 

volumeofwaterisneeded bothfor 

operationalactivities within the landfill 

and to ensure the Kate Pond wetland and 

the biodiversity supported by it receivesa 

continuoussupplyofclean water yearround. 

Mr Lord saysroutine desiltingofthe 

upstream SedimentDam is carried out 

every 12 to 18 months,but the Water 

Supply Dam hasnot requireddesilting 

Silt removal ... Adredge works in the Water Supply Dam at the Kate Valley Landfill and 

Energy Park near Waipara removing silt. 


until now. 

‘‘Thesignificant reductioninstorage 

capacityinthe damhas major 

implications on our ability to fully extract 

water during peak constructionperiodsat 

thelandfill,’’MrLordsays. 

‘‘Beforethe Water Supply Damwas 

constructed the KateStream (as there 

wasnoKatePond wetlandpriortothe 

landfill) would dry out over summerwith 

theresultant loss of biodiversity. Desiltingthe 

damtorestore thefull water 

holdingcapacity ensures landfill 

operationscan proceed and biodiversity 

downstream at the wetlandand alongthe 

streambed is supported.’’ 

Thedesiltingproject beganinApril 

andisexpected to run for therestofthis 

month. 

Specialistequipment is beingused to 

suckupsedimentand mud anddepositit 

intotruckmounted dewatering binswith 

abuiltin filtrationcapability. Thatmeans 

filtered watercan drain backintothe 

Dam whereits needed, while the 

sediment mud is transported in thebins 

and placed on top of the landfill. Mr Lord 

saysthe approachensuresthe projectis 

contained onsite andnothingiswasted, 

ensuringthe bestpossibleoutcomes. 

Regular monitoring of thebuildup of 

siltinthe Water Supply Damwill 

continueinthe future particularly given 

the likelihood of significant rainfall 

eventsinNorthCanterbury due to 

climate change. 

Bilingual story walk planned 


Abilingual storywalkisbeing held by 

WaimakaririLibrariesaspart of its 

Maori LanguageWeek (TeWiki ote 

Reo Māori) celebrations. 

Maori LanguageWeek beganon 

Monday (September12) andendson 

Monday,September 19. 

The Storywalk is being launchedat 

the Honda Forest in Kaiapoithis 

Saturday from 11am, to introduce the 

public to Waimakariri’s newest 

StoryWalk. 

Storywalk is an innovationdevisedin 

America during 2007, by Anne 

Ferguson, who wantedtocreate 

something interestingtopromote early 

literacy, physicalactivity, andfamily 

time togetherinnature. 

SincethenStoryWalks have been 

developed in all 50 states of America 

and12countries around theworld. 

TheHondaForest walk hasbeen 

created by theWaimakariri Libraries 

andthe Waimakariri District Council 

Greenspace team. 

Thesame teams collaboratedto 

createastorywalk at Northbrook 

Wetlands ParkinRangiora. 

Therewill be acommunity planting 

session andfreesausagesizzleatthe 

We have aclassified section 

for all your needs, whether that 

be buying, selling, or wanted... 

you can do it all! 

Call Amanda to find our how 

to advertise! 03 313 2840 

Honda Forest forthe storywalkon 

Saturday. 

Waimakariri Libraries staff are 

encouragingpeople to learn some 

phrasesinthe Maori languagebefore 

the event to practice on theday. 

Hereare somefavouritekupu 

(words) and phrasestotry: He rā pai 

tēnei mō te whakatō!(It’s agreatday 

for planting!); Whakakāngia te 

rorerore!(Fireupthe barby!); Tōtiti 

(sausage); Riki (onion);Kei te hiakai 

koutou? (Who’shungry?); Kei te hiakai 

ahau! (I’mhungry!). 

To learn more kupu (words) in te reo 

Maori, visit reomaori.co.nz/resources. 

2514128 

MECHANIC 

We’re seeking aqualified 

mechanic, full time or part time, 

with aWOF ticket. 

Our workshop carries out repairs 

and WOFs on all makes and 

models. 

It’s afriendly work environment 

with an emphasis on good 

customer service and quality 

workmanship with attention to 

detail. 

We offer acompetitive hourly rate. 

Phone Gail 03 313 4332 

655 Lineside Road, Southbrook 

WE NEED YOU! 

Deliverers required 

forthe North 

Canterbury 

News 

Tofind out more, 

contact: 

MarkKelly 

South Island Distribution Manager 

P: 029 983 2293 

E: mark.kelly@mainlanddistribution.co.nz 

Practice Nurse 

Casual +After Hours 

Waikari Health Centre is looking for an 

experienced Registered Nurse to join 

our friendly team. 

A focus on patient centred care, 

attention to detail and multitasking are 

required. Youmust be able to show 

initiative and work both independently 

and in ateam environment. 

The role is for rostered After Hours 

shifts and to cover leave of our other 

Practice Nurses. 

For more details please email the 

Practice Manager 

admin@waikarihealth.co.nz 

WORK locally. 

Labouring, Factory, 

Poultry, Traffic Control, 

and Sawmill roles. Short 

and long term available, 

immediate starts. Contact 

Daphne or PJ at Superior 

Personnel 03 313 6180. 

Unit 1,6 Cone Street, 

Rangiora. For other roles 

see our website 

www.superiorpersonnel.co.nz 

2514130

What’s happening in your 

community… 

Take aStand and Vote 

It’s almost time to vote in the upcoming local body 

elections. You can vote for Mayor, local councillors 

and community board members in your area. 

Voting papers will start arriving in your letterbox 

from Friday 16 September with delivery in the 

following five days. 

If you require aspecial vote please call into 

the Rangiora Service Centre orcontact Sarah 

Nichols, Deputy Electoral Officer directly 

elections@wmk.govt.nz. 

Asit’sapostal vote election –please make sure that 

youpostyour vote papers back by Tuesday 4October 

or drop them into anyCouncilService Centre. 

Rangiora Reach –Community Planting Day 

In preparation for acommunity planting day 

on Saturday 24 September, machinery will be 

operating in the area between the stopbanks west 

of Cones Road –Ashley River /Rakahuri over the 

next couple of weeks. Contractors will be preparing 

the site, moving material, land forming, and 

undertaking some initial planting. 

Acommunity planting day is taking place on 

Saturday 24September from 10am –1pm. 

This work is part of the Rangiora Reach Masterplan 

–acollaborative project between Environment 

Canterbury and Waimakariri District Council to 

improve the riverside near Rangiora. Community 

feedback indicated the desire for plants in the 

ground this planting season. To give new plants 

the best chance at making it through the summer, 

3,200 seedlings are being planted inSeptember. 

While the entire area cannot bereplanted, we 

will be able to install smaller, deliberately located 

nodes of low height natives with asmall number of 

well-maintained shade trees for the communities’ 

enjoyment. Low height dryland natives will fold 

over inaflood and, when contained to smaller 

nodes, will not impede the flow capacity and 

function of the floodway. 

Further opportunities for improvements will be 

identified in the Rangiora Reach Masterplan which 

will be available for community feedback at the 

start of October. 

Staying Safe 

The Council is supporting afree refresher course 

for older drivers. This is aclassroom based 

course that will help older drivers re-familiarise 

themselves with traffic rules and safe driving 

practice. It will increase knowledge about other 

transport options and help people remain 

independent for longer. 

The course is on Tuesday 20 September from 

10am –2pm in the Rangiora RSA. Alight lunch will 

be provided. Register by contacting Wendy Fox, 

Age Concern Canterbury on 03 331 7808. 

Celebrate New Zealand 

Chinese Language Week 

25 September –1October2022 

with WaimakaririLibraries 

Join usthroughout the week for Bilingual Story 

Reading at the libraries: 

Rangiora 

Tuesday 27 September • 10am • Storytimes 

Thursday 29September • 10am • Storytimes 

Kaiapoi 

Wednesday 28September • 10.30am • Toddlertimes 

Friday 30 September • 11am • Babytimes 

Oxford 

Tuesday 27 September • 10.30am • Toddlertimes 

Friday 30 September • 10am • Storytimes 

Windy 

weather? 

If you think your bin could beblown over, 

consider putting itout on the morning of 

your collection day, before 7am, and bring it 

in as soon as possible after collection. 

— 

Find out more collection tips at 

rethinkrubbish.co.nz 

rethinkrubbish.co.nz 

Behind the 

Screens 

Parenting 

well in a 

digital world 

Thursday, 

22 September, 

7–8.30pm 

Rangiora High School, 

School Hall, 

125 East Belt, 

Rangiora 

$5 per person 

Deliveredby 

the Attitude 

Trust, 

who work 

with youth 

throughout 

New Zealand. 

Please register and pay via humanitix: 

events.humanitix.com/behind-the-screens-rangiorae-screens-rangiora 

Supported by 

By noon Saturday 

8 October 

waimakariri.govt.nz

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Give usyour 

feedback 

CelebrateTeWiki 

 

withWaimakariri Libraries 

– 

12 –18September2022 

Visit anyWaimakariri Libraryduring 

Te Wiki oteReo Māori andenjoy 

Te ReoMāori withone of our many 

activities! 

StoryWalk® 

Join us for the launch ofour bilingual StoryWalk at 

Te Korotuaheka (The Honda Forest), Kaiapoi, off 

Cast St on Saturday 17September at 11am. 

 

Give the day’s kupu (word) agoinany Library and 

receive asmall treat. Karawhiua! Go for it! 

Write your favourite kupu onour whiteboard daily. 

How many doyou know? 

 

Can you complete ours? Search around the whare 

pukapuka (library) for the hidden kupu and go into 

the draw for some great prizes. 

 

Join us throughout the week for waiata, rhymes, 

and stories that celebrate TeReo Māori! 

RangioraLibrary 

BabyTimes •Rāhina (Monday) •10.30am 

Storytimes •Rātū (Tuesday) •10am 

Storytimes •Rāpare (Thursday) •10am 

Kaiapoi 

ToddlerTimes •Rāapa (Wednesday) •10.30am 

Babytimes •Rāmere(Friday) •11am 

Oxford 

ToddlerTimes •Rātū /Tuesday •10.30am 

Storytimes •Rāmere /Friday • 10am 

 

 

Featuring dual language and language learning 

materials and some brand new resource packs for 

adults and whānau to check out and do at home. 

Find out more 

waimakaririlibraries.com 

2514148 

Situations Vacant 

CO-ORDINATOR NEEDED 

for Distribution of the North Canterburyy 

News! 

Readership numbers are at an all time high, so if you want to be part of a 

progressive and growing company…we want you! 

This is a part time position which also includes distribution of circulars, overseeing 

a distribution team, you will need a suitable van, mobile phone and computer with 

internet access. 

We pride ourselves on delivering 

the weekly news to local 

North Cantabrians! 

What are you 

waiting for, 

apply now! 

Contact Mark Kelly South Island Distribution Manager 

P: 029 983 2293 | E: mark.kelly@mainlanddistribution.co.nz 

Garden Centre 

Team Member 

We require an experienced Garden Centre Team 

Member for our busy Rangiora Garden Centre. The 

Garden Centre is growing and thriving and as such 

we are expanding the team. 

Youwill have: 

• Apositive customer focused attitude 

• Previous garden centre experience is preferred 

but not essential 

• Product knowledge related to garden plants, 

garden media, and garden hardware products 

• Aflare for creative merchandising 

• Acan do attitude 

• The ability to think smart 

• Towork in and as partofateam 

This is afull time position and the days of work will 

include aweekend day. 

McAlpines have an active drug and alcohol policy 

in place, apre-employment drug test and medical 

will be required. 

Applicants must be aNew Zealand resident or hold 

avalid New Zealand visa. 

If you would like to be partofagreatteam, be valued 

and make adifference, then written applications 

including your CV should be forwarded to: 

Garden Centre Team Member Position, McAlpines 

Mitre 10 MEGA, Private Bag 1003, Rangiora 7440 

or email applications@mcalpines.co.nz 

FIREMEX 

is an industry leading 

based) fire protection 

and installation company 

number of staff to fill a 

installation and administration 

with immediate 

Due to expansions, Firemex 

production staff with 

processing skills through 

ational skills, as well as 

that have door installation 

further, an office person 

skills for managing staff 

projects. 

In-house training will 

previous experience will 

Firemex offer an awesome 

a great team environment 

fashioned family values, 

become a valued contributor 

established company offering 

ment prospects. 

Please contact Firemex 

admin@firemex.com.au 

0061-7-3277-3200. 

2507183 

Retail Sales 

Full Time, Fixed Term 

We Need You! 

McAlpinesMitre 10 MEGA are seeking applications 

from outgoing, friendly and enthusiastic people to 

join our Retail team,onaFixed Term. 

• Weekend workrequired, up to 40 hours 

• Working inside and outside 

• Must be physically fit and strong 

• Required to climb ladders and use lifting 

equipment 

• Work as partofateam 

• Beabletothink proactively 

• Work hard and smart 

• Customer focused 

• Familiarity in either DIY or Customer Service 

preferred. 

McAlpines have an active drug &alcohol policy 

in place, apre-employment drug test and medical 

will be required. 

Applicants must be aNew Zealand resident or hold 

avalid New Zealand visa. 

If you would like to be partofagreatteam, be valued 

and make adifference, then written applications 

including your CV should be forwardedto 

Retail Assistant, McAlpines Mitre 10 MEGA, 

Private Bag 1003, Rangiora 7440 

or email: applications@mcalpines.co.nz 

Public Notices 

WE NEED YOUR BOOKS 

Help us to do this again by donating books, magazines, dvds, cds, puzzles &records. 

DROP BOXES ARE AVAILABLE AT: 

ZSERVICE STATION &RANGIORA NEW WORLD. 

If you want us to collect your books, call 027 472 4439 

BOOK FAIR 

7 th -8 th October 2022 

Rangiora A&P Showgrounds, 158 Ashley Street 

2507182 

Livestock 

HOME KILL 

MEAT PROCESSING 

MEAT2U.NZ 

313 0022 

2466978 

Pets 

BICHON HOMESTAY 

for smaller dogs. We look 

after your dog in our home. 

"No kennels". Phone today 

03 314 6110. 


PUBLIC NOTICE OF 

APPLICATION FOR 

ON-LICENCE 

SECTION 101, SALE 

AND SUPPLYOF 

ALCOHOL ACT 2012 

Legend Since 2021 Ltd 

has made application 

to the District Licensing 

Committee at Rangiora 

for the renewal of an On 

Licence in respect of the 

premises situated at 194C 

Williams Street, Kaiapoi 

known as Le Soleil Cafe, 

Restaurant &Bar. 

The general nature of 

the business conducted 

(or to be conducted) under 

the licence is restaurant. 

The days on which and the 

hours during which alcohol 

is (or is intended to be) 

sold under the licence are 

Sunday to Thursday 8am- 

11pm/ Friday to Saturday 

8am -1am the following day. 

The application may be 

inspected during ordinary 

office hours at the office 

of the Waimakariri District 

Licensing Committee at 215 

High Street, Rangiora. 

Any person who is entitled 

to object and who wishes 

to object to the issue of 

the licence may, not later 

than 15 working days after 

the date of the publication 

of this notice, file anotice 

in writing of the objection 

with the Secretary of 

the Waimakariri District 

Licensing Committee at 

Private Bag 1005, Rangiora 

or email to records@wmk. 

govt.nz. 

No objection to the renewal 

of alicence may be made 

in relation to amatter other 

than amatter specified in 

section 131 of the Sale and 

Supply of Alcohol Act 201. 

This is the first publication of 

this notice. 

2514070v1 

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North Canterbury Dive Club 

2022 AGM 

to be held at 

Kaiapoi Club, 113Raven Quay, 

Kaiapoi 

on 26 th September 2022 at 7.00pm 

All existing and new members welcome. 

Enquiries 027 560 6902 


WaimakaririGenealogy Branch 

OPEN DAY 

Sunday 18 t h September 

10am-3pm 

Brass Band Rooms 

189 Northbrook Road, Rangiora 

Members on hand to show you how to research 

and document your family history and help with 

your genealogy questions. 

On the day we have collections of Microfiches, 

Genealogy Websites, Family Trees & Videos. 

Our microfiche collections range from 

1840-1990 and includes births/deaths/ 

marriages, inwards and outwards passenger 

lists, and NZ electoral rolls, plus many, many 

more resources to lookup. 

Refreshments available. 

Plus, Raffles! 

Further Details: 

Email: 

waimakaririgenealogybranch 

@gmail.com 

Website: 

https://waimakaririgenealogy.org/ 

WOODEND Spring 

Flower Show, Saturday 1st 

October 2022, 1-4pm, 

Woodend Community Woodend 

Centre, School Road. See 

gorgeous Spring flowers, 

Photography, Crafts, Floral 

Art and lots more. Enjoy a 

Devonshire tea, browse 

plant and craft stalls, buy 

Daffodils for next season. 

Entries welcome and are 

free, schedules are available 

at Paws Vet Woodend, 

Veg NOut and libraries in 

Kaiapoi and Rangiora also 

online and Facebook. 

Come and enjoy a lovely 

day, admission $2 per 

adult, children are free. 

Phone Pam (03) 313 8120 

or 021 170 9895, 

pamjcleeve@gmail.com. 

THREE 


CHILDREN’S craft afternoon, 

28th September 

2022, 3.30-5.30pm, at the 

Community 

Centre. Decorated biscuits, 

Paper Cup Flowers, 

Snowmen On Sticks, and 

material coliage on A4 

board or cardboard. Children 

can enter their craft 

into the Woodend Spring 

Flower show being held on 

the Saturday. There is an 

entry fee of $2 per child. 

Bookings are essential. 

Register now by ringing 

Val Cotton (03) 313 8410 

or email 

valclivecotton@gmail.com 

To Let 

BEDROOM 

house to rent in Waikari 

township. Please phone 021 

0279 4937. 

Due to unforeseen work commitments 

requiring me to now be out of New Zealand for 

significant periods of time, Ifeel that Iwould 

no longer have the capacity to carry out the 

duties of the position of South Ward Councillor 

if Iwere to be elected. 

Given this, Iask that you please do not vote 

for me. 

Yours faithfully, 

Jonathan Kruse 

Authorised by Jonathan Kruse jkftremote@gmail.com 

Hawarden A&P Assn 

General meeting followed bythe AGM 

Monday 3 rd October 2022, 7pm 

at the Hawarden Hall 8Horsley Down Rd 

The future of the show hangs in the balance. 

All the community and interested parties 

are encouraged to attend. 

Angela Cooper 021 457 707 

2514604 

Wanted To Buy 

$$$ 

Amalgamated Scrap Metal 

Ltd. Specialists in farm 

machineryand farm clean 

ups, old vehicles etc. 

100% locally owned. 

Ph 0800 030 712 or 

027 695 0480. 

2312759 

Business For Sale 

DUE to retirement I am 

offering a Green Acres 

franchise lawn and garden 

round for sale. Covers Waimakariri 

and Christchurch 

area. Ph Paul 027 233 1962. 

Flatmates 

SEEKING FLATMATE 

in central Rangiora. Two 

bedroom house, sunny, 

warm, close to amenities 

incl bus stop. One existing 

flatmate, male late 40’s. 

Looking for someone kind, 

caring with agood sense of 

humour, tidy and reliable. 

No pets please. Ph Judith 

on behalf 03 313 7180. 

Wanted To Rent 

RANGIORA AREA, two 

bedrooms, separate shower, 

long term, must be cat 

friendly, keen gardeners, 

stand alone preferred. 

Phone 027 279 281. 

• DOG FOOD 

• BIRD FEEDERS 

HALF PRICE 

MEAT2U.NZ 

313 0022 

2490219 

For Sale 

LABRADOR puppies, 

mum gold, dad chocolate, 

golden girls, chocolate 

boys, black boys & girls, 

$900. Please phone John 

027 222 1117. 

Home Services 

CARPET &UPHOLSTERY 

CLEANING Commercial & 

Residential. Servicing 

North Canterbury. Ph Dave 

at Christchurch Carpet 

Cleaning 021-638-637 

Motorcycles 

2514905 

GIVE AWAY for the cost 

of this advertisement, 

office desk, steel frame, 

wood veneer, 3 drawers, 

and a3level shelf /display 

unit. Phone 313 7563. 

LOG SPLITTER 50T, 

brand new. Phone 027 657 

6588 evenings. 

MOTORCYCLE wof, 

service &repairs at South 

Pacific Motorcycle 

Services, Mandeville. 

Please phone 03 312 0066 

office@motorbiketours.co.nz. 

Cars Wanted 

CASH 4CARS 

and 4WD'S 

Phone 

Automotive 

Parts 

03 313 7216 

CARS, vans, 4WD’s 

wanted for dismantling or 

repair. Phone 027 258 

8366. 

FALCONS & 

COMMODORES 

WANTED 

Suitable for 

dismantling or repairs 

Ph 313 7216 

2412522 

Automotive Services 

CARAVANS & 

MOTORHOMES. 

Interior &exterior repairs, 

maintenance & upgrades, 

based in North Canterbury. 

Solar, satellite, awning 

installations. Sheetmetal, 

light engineering &welding 

services. Professional 

coach builder specializing 

in the RV industry 25 years. 

Call Darryl @ Advanced 

Auto Homes 027 220 6566. 

Educational 

TUITION available. Primary 

and secondary up to 

NCEA level 3. In centre 

(Rangiora) or interactive 

online from your home. 

Each student on an individually 

tailored programme. 

Kip McGrath Rangiora has 

been serving the local community 

for 30 +years. Give 

us acall (03) 313 3638 or 

book your free assessment 

online https://www. 

kipmcgrath.co.nz/rangiora. 

Trade&Services 

ABEL &Prestige Chimney 

Cleaning. Nth Cant owned 

& operated. Covering all 

areas from Waimak to Hanmer. 

Professional, guaranteed, 

service. Firebox 

repairs, carry most parts. Ph 

0800 661 244. 

ALL TREE SERVICES, 

arbour work, pruning, tree 

removal. Affordable & 

friendly service. Telephone 

021 111 4322. 

ARBORIST 

Copper Beech Tree 

Services. Tree removal, 

pruning, height reduction, 

hedge trimming, shaping, 

tree planting, firewood. 

Free quotes. Contact Angus 

Edwards 027 259 6741 

copperbeechtreeservices@gmail.com 

BRIAN’S Tree Services. 

Tree felling, topping, 

shaping, firewood cut, rubbish 

removed, stump grinding, 

branch chipping. 

Affordable rates. Phone 03 

327 5505 or 021 124 4894. 

CHIMNEY SWEEPS. 

Time to service your fire. 

Accumulation of soot seriously 

affects performance. 

Latest rotary brush technology. 

Free moisture check 

on wood. Safety inspection. 

All work insured and guaranteed. 

From $80 single 

story. 0800 SWEEPME or 

www.sweepnz.co.nz. 

DIRTY TILES &Grout? 

Professional tile cleaning, 

tiled shower restoration, 

mouldy silcone, shower 

glass & we can even 

recolour your old grout! 

For all your tile and grout 

issues call Grout Pro for a 

free, no obligation quote. 

Ph Darryl 0800 882 772. 

www.theprogroup.co.nz/dpc9385. 

DRESSMAKING Bev’s 

Sew Good Services. For all 

your alterations, repairs, 

dressmaking, curtains. 

Phone 327 5535. 

EXPERIENCED Painter 

&Interior Plasterer available 

for small jobs. Please 

call Reg 022 189 8294. 

Log Fires 

Pellet Fires 

Heat Pumps 

Sales 

Service 

Installations 

Free Quotes 

03 343 1651 

472 Blenheim Rd 

www.heatstore.co.nz 

HOMEKILL & Wild 

Game meat processing. Ph 

313 0022. www.meat2u.nz. 

KITCHEN, bathroom, 

qualified. renovations, decking, 

pergolas, fencing. Honest 

reliable licenced builders. 

Ph Don 027 727 9162. 

LAWN MAINTENANCE, 

mowing, weed spraying, 

fertilizing, scarifier. Phone 

Hamish 027 349 7986. 

Trade &Services 

METAL WORX. Flashing, 

Sheetmetal Fabrication, 

Wrought Iron, 

Welding, Custom Trailers, 

General Metalwork. No job 

too big or too small. Ph 021 

265 5428 or 03 314 6908. 

Find us on facebook/ 

Glenmark Metal Worx. 

glenmarkmetalworx.ltd@gmail.com. 

PAINT & wallpaper 

services. Wayne Bryant, 

exterior, interior. Qualified 

tradesman. Free quotes. Ph 

313 5337 or 027 654 4568. 

PAINTER CM Decorating 

all types of painting, 

interior, exterior, roof 

spraying, water blasting. 

Phone Corey 022 169 7614. 

PAINTER & Decorator. 

25 + years experience. 

Interior /exterior, roofs & 

waterblasting. For a free 

quote, please ph Steve 03 

314 4620 or 027 477 1930. 

PAINTER. Qualified local 

professional, Int / Ext, 

roofs, wallpaper. Call or 

text Corban 027 846 5035. 

POWER TOOLS repairs, 

parts &sales for over 40 

years. All main brands serviced. 

Grossman Trade 

Tools, 23 Watts Road, 

Christchurch. Ph 389 9230. 

Pride &Quality Painting 

&Decorating Services 

20 yrs exp, fast and friendly 

service. For all your painting 

needs, phone: Martin 310 

6187 or 021 128 9867 

ANTHONY SYMONDS 

Plastering &Painting 

Services 

Locals with 30 years 

experience 

All workmanship 

Guaranteed. 

Phone 021 344 023 

WINDOW TINTING 

tintawindow 

advanced film solutions 

99% uv block 

fade protection 

heat control 

reduce glare 

25 Years Experience 

privacy films 

frosting designs 

non-darkening films 

Workmanship Guaranteed 

Lifetime Warranties on Most Films 

UV 

block 

Free Quotes Canterbury and Districts 

03 365 3653 0800 368 468 

Trusted Trades & 

Professional Services 

2502479 

SCREEN PRINTING. 

For all your printing 

requirements. T-shirts, 

Hoodies, Hi-Vis vests and 

polos, Overalls, Caps etc. 

Please phone Heather 03 

313 0261 or email heather. 

norstar@gmail.com. 

SHEARER. Hap’s Farm & 

Lifestyle Services. Shearing, 

crutching, drenching, 

tailing, feet trimming & 

health check. Phone 

021-267-4025. 

2362002 

027 216 0000 

SEPTIC TANK 

CLEANING 

Bill’s Liquid 

Waste 

You dump it... 

Blair pumps it... 

Blair Tavendale 

Ph 03 314 9371 

0275 379-694 

CRAIGS Trees 

(03) 327-4190 

TREE REMOVALS 

THINNING &PRUNING 

STUMPGRINDING 

FELLING &TOPPING 

FULLYINSURED 

QUALIFIED ARBORIST 

Free Quotes 

027 2299 454 

craigstrees@xtra.co.nz 

Guide 

2225862 

2434390 

To book your spaceinthis guide,phoneAmanda Keys 313 2840 or email amanda.keys@ncnews.co.nz 

Appliance Repairs 

•REGISTERED TECHNICIAN 

•AUTHORISEDLOCAL SERVICE 

F&P, Bosch, Smeg, 

Ariston,LG, Classique,Haier, 

Samsung andmore.... 

“Forbestresults be sure to useauthorised service” 

NORTHCANTERBURY APPLIANCE SERVICES 

Rangiora: 03 313 4420 Kaiapoi: 03 327 3810 

2332343v2 

AMPLIFY YOUR BUSINESS 

AND BE THE NAME THEY 

REMEMBER FIRST 

Advertise your trade or service in our 

Trusted Trades &Professional Services 

Phone Amanda today and get your 

business noticed 03 313 2840 or email 

amanda.keys@ncnews.co.nz 

Butchery 

OxfordButchery 

Shane and Leanne Frahm 

We cankill&process yourstock 

FourGenerations of Frahms 

since 1957 

Ph 312 4205 

Oxford 

Number one 

old-fashioned bacon 

&ham curing. 

A/H 312 4709 

WE ARE OPEN, WEARE AESSENTIAL SERVICE 

2227889v2 

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Trusted Trades & 

Professional Services 

Guide 

To book your spaceinthis guide,phoneAmanda Keys 313 2840 or email amanda.keys@ncnews.co.nz 

Cattle Problems 

• Live Humane Capture 

• Trucking 

• Tagging 

• Testing 

• Sale of unruly, difficult, pesky 

cattle 

Profit share 50-50 

Craig Flintoft 03312 9432 

craigflintoft@gmail.com 

2459888 

For all your landscaping needs 

All Landscaping, Retaining Walls (Engineered and 

Non-Engineered), Timber Fences, Landscape Structures 

and more...Lifestyle Block, Rural and Residential. 

Phone Jeremy 021 169 9394 

www.blackhill.co.nz 

www.facebook.com/blackhillltd 

2372616v2 

Landscaping 

Electrician 

Construction &Concrete 

All Construction & Concrete Work 

•Driveways, patios &paths 

•Bridges and Culverts 

•Floors, foundations 

•Sheds and buildings 

•Dairy Sheds, Herd homes 

•Silage pits, effluent ponds 

•Excavation and cartage 

•Precast concrete 

•Insulated panels 

AARON HARRIS 

ELECTRICAL LTD 

• NEW HOUSES • ALTERATIONS 

• ELECTRICAL INSPECTIONS 

• SMART WIRING 

• SOLAR PV INSTALLATIONS 

FROM $6000 PLUS GST 

M: 0275 543 958 

E: aaron@ahel.co.nz 

Lawn Care 

Daryl Power 

027 230 9401 

concretepower@scorch.co.nz 

www.concretepower.co.nz 

YOU 

COULD 

BE 

HERE 

Advertise 

your business 

in our Trades 

and Services 

Phone 

Amanda Keys 

on 

03 313 2840 

Love your lawn? Youwill! 

Lawn mowing -complete lawn care 

2500209v3 

Cost effective lawn care; fine home and business 

lawns; sports turf. Mowing (reel and rotary), 

edging, fertilising, weed elimination, soil 

improvement, de-thatching, core aeration. 

Ph or email David 021 0241 7759 

E: davidwhiteturfcare@gmail.com 

204 Woodside Road, RD1 Oxford 

2273277 

Contractor 

SPECIALISING IN 

•Earthworks 

•Subdivisions 

2269236 

•Driveways 

•Excavation 

•Horse Arenas 

Ronnie 027 434 4271 |Ryan 027 323 4000 

Engineering 

For your Engineering needs 

187d Ohoka Road, Kaiapoi 

Phone 03 327 5246 |027 495 2821 

toppeng@xtra.co.nz 

Glass Services 

Retrofit Double Glazing 

Replacement Windows 

FramelessShowers 

Splashbacks 

Balustrades 

Mirrors 

SecurityDoors 

Insect Screens 

Window Maintenance 

1High Street, Rangiora | 03 313 1733 

leah.stewart@hagley.co.nz 

2502828 

2490726 

2495004 

Digger &Cartage Specialist 

DIGGER &CARTAGE SPECIALIST 

Specializing in Excavation; 

Rural &Residential 

• New Builds 

• Driveways 

• Demo Stump Removal 

• All aspects of cartage 

No job too big or small 

Over 30 years experience 

K&KCONTRACTING LTD 

Ph: Kevin Carter 027 778 5599 

E: kandkcontracting2021@hotmail.com 

Irrigation &Filtration 

Mobile Welding /Fabrication 

2488721 

2490187 

2438377 

Plumber &Gasfitter 

PLUMBER &GASFITTER 

Maintenance &Filtration 

Plumbing renovations/ 

Plumbing alterations &New Build 

Cylinder replacement 

Gas hot water,Gas Cooking &more.. 

EMERGENCYAFTER HOURS 

Call James ph: 022 063 15 85 

Scrap Metal 

CASH PAID FOR SCRAP 

•Car Bodies •Scrap Steel•Specialists in Farm 

Machinery•All non Ferrous 

MAINLAND 

METALS LTD 

Ph (03)338 7000 

Mike0274 818544 •Robbie 0274 818 027 

Locally owned and operated 

1902273 

CAP 65 

CAP 40 

CAP 20 

Shingle 

SHINGLE SUPPLIES 

Quarry Prices 

DRAINAGE CHIP 

from $40 per cube 




all +gst 

Plus all excavation and truck hire 

house excavations, driveways, subdivisions 

CONTRACTING 

Ph: KEN 027 201 3302 

Email: stress@xtra.co.nz 

2009594 

Quarry Supplies 

QUARRY SUPPLIES 


●CAP 65 ● CAP 40 

●CAP 20 ● Pit Run 

●Large Soakpit Boulders 

●Crusher Dust 

●Screened Sand 

●Horse Arena Sand 

Dean Hurley0274 336 993 

hurleyexcavation@xtra.co.nz 

2064 Tram Road 

Wheels &Tyres 

• WHEELS&TYRES • 4x4 ACCESSORIES 

• SUSPENSION • LIFT KITS 

• WHEEL ALIGNMENTS 

343 Flaxton Rd, Rangiora | Ph03424 1170 

rangiora@orizen.co.nz 

2489072 

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OUR WEBSITE LATELY? 

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Visit now toview the paper online &more! 

Windows & Doors 

WINDOW MARKET PLACE 

• New & Used 

• Timber & Aluminium 

• Windows & Doors 

8am-5pm Weekdays 

8am-2pm Saturday 

215 Waltham Rd, Sydenham 

Ph (03) 379 6159 info@windowmarket.co.nz 

Fax (03) 962 1012 www.windowmarket.co.nz 

ncn1242200aa 

To book your spaceinthis guide,phone Amanda Keys 313 2840 or email amanda.keys@ncnews.co.nz

DriveintoSpring in STYLE 

Demo ClearanceSale 

2022 Mazda BT-50 GTX 

2022 Mazda CX-30 GTX 

2022 Mazda CX-3 GSX 

4x4 Auto,8000km, 

20”alloys, canopy, 

towbar 

$67,995 

2.5L petrol, 

AWD $42,290 

2.0L petrol, 

868km $36,995 

2017 Toyota Hilux SR5 Limited, 4x4, Automatic, 113,000km,Towbar $47,995 

2018 Ford Ranger XLT, 3.2 Diesel, 4x4, Automatic, 97,000km, Towbar,Canopy, $44,995 

2020 MazdaCX-30GTX, 2.5 Petrol, AWD, 7,800km $37,995 

2014 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Automatic,65,000km, ReversingCamera, $26,995 

2019 Holden EquinoxLT, 2.0 Petrol Turbo,Automatic, 32,700km Towbar, $24,995 

2014 Mazda 3GSX, 2.0 Petrol, Automatic, 54,000km, Bluetooth, Navigation, $19,995 

2017 Mazda2GSX, 1.5 Petrol, Automatic,91,300km, Bluetooth, Navigation, $16,995 

2015 Holden Captiva5LTZ, 2.2 Diesel, AWD, 78,000km, Automatic, Tow bar, $16,995 

2007 HoldenRodeo LT, 3.0 Diesel, 4x2,Manual, 193,000km, Towbar,Canopy, $15,995 

2011 Hyundai iX35 Elite, 2.4 Petrol, AWD, 110,000km, $15,995 

2017 Mazda2GLX, 1.5 Petrol, Automatic,Alloys, 84,700km, Bluetooth, Cruise control $13,995 

3YEARS 

5YEARS 

5YEARS 

100,000KM 

FREESERVICING 

UNLIMITED KM 

WARRANTY 

UNLIMITEDKM 

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 

5YEARS 

100,000 KM 

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WARRANTY 

UNLIMITED KM 

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 

Sales: Tim 03 3140135 

Service: Michael 03 3140131 

Mazda2, Mazda6, MX-5, CX-3, CX-5, CX-8 &CX-9 

Mazda3 &CX-30 

BUILT SUZUKITOUGH FORNEW ZEALAND 

LTA500XM2 

LTA500XPM2 

PowerSteer 

DR200SEM2 

Trojan 

MarkhamStreet,Amberley 

www.arthurburke.co.nz 

STOCK AVAILABLE ABLE NOW!!! 

Sales: John 03 3140132 |Service:Anton 03 3140134 

ARTHUR BURKELTD 

Established 1935 

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