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Selwyn Times Wednesday October 19 2022 32 NEWS LET’S GO TO LEESTON St John’s Anglican Parish HISTORIC: Last year’s winner was Lynda Sadler, of Tai Tapu, with her father’s photo ‘Balloonist in Lancaster Park’. PHOTO: NEWSLINE of Ellesmere Fair Time to hunt out your old photos HAVE A look in your garage, cupboard or anywhere else you might have stored that old and probably forgotten photo. Because it could be a competition winner. Last year, Tai Tapu resident Lynda Sadler found a photo taken at Lancaster Park in 1899 in her garage, developed by her father from a glass plate. The image ‘Balloonist in Lancaster Park’ was taken just weeks before the turn of the century, during a parachute display by Murder of Dobson brother makes true crime podcast • By Susan Sandys THE MURDER of a man in 1866 who helped discover Arthur’s Pass has featured in a new true crime podcast. Surveyor George Dobson was ambushed near Greymouth by three members of the notorious Burgess gang, in a crime which later became known as one of the infamous Maungatapu murders. The crime features as episode 15 on the Sinister Dynasty podcast, which was released on Sunday. The podcast was established this year by three Greymouth case manager work colleagues – Andi Butler and Ayla Odea, who are the hosts, and Chris Efford, who is the editor. Dobson was walking near Greymouth to meet a colleague in his job maintaining and constructing roads along the Grey River when he famous daredevil Captain Charles Lorraine. Hours after the photograph was taken the parachute came apart from the balloon and was blown out to sea. Tragically Captain Lorraine drowned. The image won the Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt annual competition, which is under way again this year. City council head of libraries and information Carolyn Robertson said the image was chosen as last year’s winner because George Dobson was held up by Richard Burgess, Joseph Sullivan and Thomas Kelly. They strangled him, mistaking him to be a local storekeeper and gold buyer, but came away empty handed when they found he had no gold on him. “He was a nice young fellow, but we couldn’t let him go,” the podcast quotes Burgess later saying of its connection to social history and the incredible detail in the image, especially as those watching the balloon who were unaware they were being photographed. “The hope is that this image will inspire people to take a look in their garage, or back cupboards to find their old photos,” she said. • The competition is open until October 31 as part of the Christchurch Heritage Festival. in court of the murder. Dobson had two years previously worked alongside his brother Arthur, after whom Arthur’s Pass was later named, as a surveyor. Arthur was credited with discovering the pass after being tasked with finding a route between the Waimakariri River basin and the West Coast. The Maungatapu murders involved a further five men robbed and killed near Nelson later that same year. For these crimes the Burgess gang trio were joined by another gang member, Philip Levy. Burgess, Kelly and Levy were later hung for their crimes in jail in Nelson, while Sullivan was pardoned for turning evidence on the gang. • The Sinister Dynasty podcast can be accessed via most podcast platforms and at sinisterdynasty. com While Covid may have previously disrupted Leeston’s St John’s fairs, this year sees the return of a small-scale event on Saturday, 22nd October 2022, at High Street, Leeston. From 9 am until 1 pm, there will be a White Elephant stall in the church hall, and Mike’s Tomatoes plants and a variety of other plants will be set up on the church grounds. With decluttering a current trend, it is the perfect time to get rid of those items that you no longer want. The stall is looking for community donations of good quality household items (excluding electrical goods), small (only) furniture, clothing, toys, books, garage and shed tools and other wares. Betty Walls has advised she will be at the church to accept any items to be dropped off on Thursday, the 20th, 2 pm–4 pm and Friday, the 21st, 10 am–4 pm. So for those looking for a bargain, an unusual item, a conversation piece or the chance to buy plants ready for the garden, the fair is the place to be. With the fair’s return to Leeston, Betty Walls says, “We Lakeland Art Gallery, the heart of Leeston’s art community, offering great NZ artworks, sculpture, ceramics etc. Plus Tutored art classes, Life drawing and Wednesday’s art group. usually have a crowd standing at the doors waiting for us to open.” You can contact Betty on 03 324 3408 if you have any enquiries about the White Elephant stall. 80 High Street, Leeston Ph: 027 820 3045 Email: lakelandart@yahoo.com Featured Artist for October Svetlana Orinko Svetlana Orinko is a leading master of watercolour and oil mediums and has been at the forefront of the New Zealand art scene for over 25 years Mt Aspiring
LET’S GO TO LEESTON Wednesday October 19 2022 Selwyn Times 33 Evenings in Leeston Leeston may be a small town, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do in the evenings, with businesses and clubs providing several options. Evening dining is available during the week and weekend at various venues and times. The Crate and Barrel in Market Street is open seven days for an extensive menu and family-friendly dining. Located on High Street, Dalchini serves delicious curries, and a traditional menu for a taste of India and Suburban Eatery offers a contemporary menu. Another dine-in option is Soul Food Leeston in Station Street, with ribs, roasts and plenty of burger choices. Leeston Takeaway has classic takeaways to tempt your taste buds. Carbon Health and Performance provides seven-day gym access with personal training, classes and training programmes for health and well-being. Meanwhile, the yoga studio at the Sun and Moon Wellness Centre offers some evening yoga classes. Also, Bowls Leeston runs several evening sessions yearly, with everyone welcome at the Bowls, Beers, and Burgers event at 6pm on Wednesday, 19th October 2022. The Ellesmere Pottery Group has a members’ night every Wednesday from 7pm–9pm and some beginner classes throughout the year for those after creative activities. The renowned Crate and Barrel is also a hive of activity, with regular events organised to provide some fun and entertainment. On Monday nights, you can give Housie a go or participate in the Darts Competition on Tuesday nights. Also, Texas Hold’Em Poker is on every second Tuesday for those who enjoy the game. For your entertainment, The Crate and Barrel has live bands featuring at different times, along with Happy Hours and special promotions. Whether it’s an outing for fun and entertainment, health and well-being or the chance to savour some tasty food, there is a range of choices in Leeston; contact the organisation directly or follow them on social media for updates. LEESTON TAKEAWAYS Fish & Chips Chinese meals Burgers Dine in available 114 High Street, Leeston Phone: 03 324 3592 Text: 027 324 3592 XCV84U Garden Supplies • Soil • Bark • Sand • Compost • Chip & more Courtesy trailers available 0274 313 389 www.xcv84u.co.nz xcv84u@xtra.co.nz 1552 Leeston Road (1km North of Leeston) Open 6 days. Closed Sunday & public holidays. 9113487AC 9113487AE Bridgestone Tyre Centre Leeston NOW OPEN IN HORNBY • All types and WOF sizes ONLY of tyres $29 FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY available - Wheelbarrows, Cars, TYRE SPECIAL Trucks, Tractors 175/65R14 and Bridgestone more Ecopia $135 • Full mechanical services • Petrol & Diesel • New wheel alignment equipment • All range of tyres. Economic – High performance 245/45R18 Bridgestone Ecopia $257 215/55R17 Bridgestone ER33 $280 • Wheel Alignments Prices include fitting balancing and GST. Only while stocks last. • Fleet Service Bridgestone Tyre Centre Hornby Ph: (03) 349 5505 • 39 Carmen Rd, Hornby Monday – Friday 7.30am to 5pm. Saturday 9am to 12 noon Call now for competitive rates facebook.com/BridgestoneNZ 1631 Leeston Road, Leeston Ph. 03 324 3709 Open Mon - Fri 7.30am - 5pm, Sat & Sun closed Leeston Consolidated School He Puna Karumata Educating students from Year 0 – Year 6 Enrol now for 2023 For enquiries phone 03 3243 493 email: admin@leeston.school.nz Caring for our Environment, Each Other and Ourselves Ka manaakitia te Taio, te Tangata, ko Matou www.leeston.school.nz Lynda Taylor Principal / Tumuaki
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