Bay Harbour: November 22, 2023

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Post-apocalyptic novel 

aims to inspire youth 

• By Dylan Smits 

A GOVERNORS Bay author 

hopes to create climate 

change awareness with her 

award-winning novel set in a 

future Lyttelton. 

“Science is very useful in 

terms of presenting the facts 

and figures about climate 

change, but it’s not always 

very good at inspiring people 

to make change,” said The 

Edge of Light: New Dawning 

author Melanie Dixon. 

Set hundreds of years in 

the future after devastating 

sea level rise, Dixon’s youngadult 

novel tells of a secluded 

society surviving in postapocalyptic 

Lyttelton. 

Released in April, the novel 

is the first part of a planned 

trilogy. 

Dixon won a Storylines 

notable young fiction award 

for it earlier this month. 

In the novel, a young 

apprentice scientist lives on 

Banks Island, formerly the 

Port Hills, after Christchurch 

is submerged. 

• Turn to page 7 

PROUD: Melanie Dixon receiving a Storylines notable young adult fiction award on 

November 4 in Auckland. 

Christmas 

appeal 

to help 

children 


DO YOU want to help a kid at 

Christmas? All you have to do is 

fill a shoebox with presents. 

Lyttelton Community House 

is making an appeal to fill 50 or 

more shoeboxes for kids in need 

aged 2 to 16. 

Thirteen shoeboxes have already 

gone out to individuals and 

businesses as part of the Christmas 

Shoebox Project. 

The community house is asking 

more kind hearts to get involved. 

Said community house social 

worker Wendy Joy: “The filled 

boxes are going directly back 

into our community. It’s a great 

opportunity for the community to 

come together.” 

Once a shoebox is acquired, the 

community house asks donors to 

fill them with presents appropriate 

for a gender and age group, 

such as girls aged 6 to 11. 

Recommended presents include 

essentials such as shampoo and 

school supplies, and more fun 

items like soft toys and games. 

Those interested can pick up a 

shoebox at the community house 

or request one be dropped off to 

them. 

• Turn to page 5

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what’s on 

this week 

Community Conversation 

with Jeremy Webb 

Thursday, 7pm 

40 Winchester St 

Go along to a free community 

discussion with climate change 

expert Jeremy Webb. Hosted by the 

Lyttelton Time Bank, Webb will 

discuss his climate research and time 

working for the United Nations. 

Connect with other members of the 

community and contribute to the 

environmental discussion over tea 

and biscuits. 

Lyttelton Litter Hunt 

Sunday, 10.30am-noon 

Lyttelton Coffee Co 

Join the hunt for litter and help keep 

Lyttelton tidy. It’s on again. Help beat 

the 60kg rubbish collection from last 

time! Pick up that rubbish you see 

laying around the town. Compete in 

this friendly competition to see who 

can get the most litter. Winners get 

vouchers for the Garage Sale store. 

Meet behind the Lyttelton Coffee Co. 

Finish around noon or whenever you 

fill a bag. Gloves, bags, tools to collect 

the trash, and dumping provided. 

Event by Project Lyttelton. 

Mt Pleasant Farmers’ Market 

Saturdays, 9.30am-12.30pm 

3 McCormacks Bay Rd 

Head along to the farmers’ market 

for a delicious and friendly morning. 

Enjoy fantastic local produce and 

fresh and vibrant vendors. Check 

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra Music Trails, Wednesday, 

10.30-11.15am at Diamond Harbour Library. Join the musicians of the 

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra next Wednesday for a morning filled 

with song, dance and storytelling. Stop in for this leg of the orchestra’s 

travels around Christchurch’s libraries. A wind quintet will feature in 

this short but sweet performance perfect for ages 2-6. Free, no bookings 

required. 

out the community stall operated by 

different non-profit groups or fundraisers 

each week. 

Wā Pēpi: Babytimes 

Thursdays, 10.30-11am 

Lyttelton Library 

Take your young one along to this 

free, relaxed morning group perfect 

for 0-2 year-olds. No bookings 

required. Meet others in the community 

and socialise in this fun group. 

The interactive songs, rhymes, and 

books will delight and help develop 

your baby or toddler. All family and 

caregivers welcome. 

Afterschool Activity Zone 

Thursdays, 3.15-4.15pm 

Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre 

Have some afterschool fun at 

Sumner Centre Library. Take part 

in a variety of activities including 

technology, crafts and games in a fun 

learning environment. All family 

and caregivers are welcome and 

asked to stay in the library during 

the session. Activity zone takes place 

every Thursday during term time. It 

is a free event. No bookings required. 

Little River Farmers’ Market 

Sundays, 9.30am-2pm 

4243 Christchurch Akaroa Rd 

Head over to Little River for a 

market of quality products and fresh 

produce. Live music and a family 

atmosphere. Profits go back into 

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Wednesday November 22 2023 Bay Harbour News 


EXTENSIVE repairs to the 

Taylors Escape Mountain 

Biking Trail are set to be 

completed today, ensuring 

enhanced accessibility and safety 

for riders. 

Over the past year, volunteers 

have bridged 15 large holes with 

wood, laid pipes for drainage and 

cleared the track of plant growth 

and debris. 

Said Taylors Mistake Association 

member Malcolm McClurg 

said: “With all the track maintenance 

it should be easily ridden 

all year round.” 

McClurg has worked with 

other local volunteers to address 

developing issues since the track 

opened in September last year. 

He said when the track was 

built it lacked bridges and drainage 

to prevent holes forming in 

the dirt. 

“Over winter, water ran 

down the track with bikes, then 

formed deep ruts in the mud. 

Heavy winter rain also caused 

underground tunnels in the 

clay to collapse under the track 

with dangerous holes suddenly 

appearing.” 

Situated on the association’s 

land, the track was initially constructed 

by volunteers organised 

by bach owner Mike Baddeley 

and bike clothing company 

Ground Effect. 

McClurg said the track was 

created to serve as an easier 

alternative for mountain bikers 

in Taylors Mistake. 

“Riders do not have to bike 

up the Anaconda track, which 

is a fast, twisting downhill track 

with the potential for dangerous 

collisions with uphill riders.” 

The 3km track starts at the 

Taylors Mistake beach car park 

and winds its way up to the 

Summit Rd in Godley Head. 

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MTB trail repairs come to an end 

SAFETY: Volunteers have been working hard to improve the Taylors Escape trail. Inset – 

(from left) Malcolm McClurg, Stihl Shop Ferrymead manager Michael Caines, VIP Frames & 

Trusses director Daniel Caldwell, Ground Effect track organiser Scott Emmen and Ground 

Effect track maintainer Dave Mitchell. 

It is used by a diverse group 

of bikers, walkers and runners, 

with McClurg estimating more 

than 100 people using it on busy 

weekends. 

McClurg has received positive 

user feedback while working on 

the track. 

“I get big smiles and thank 

yous from riders passing me as 

I am working or checking the 

track, and many ask how they 

could help,” he said. 

Outside support for the 

maintenance has come from 

various sources, he said. 

Businesses including VIP 

Frames and Trusses and the 

Ferrymead Stihl Shop have 

contributed timber for the 

bridges and a scrub cutter, 

respectively. 

McClurg said a child-friendly 

loop is being planned for 

construction next year, based 

on community feedback. 

• Blind runner completes 

NYC marathon, page 18 

NEWS 3 

In Brief 

CITY COUNCIL CHIEF 

EXECUTIVE RESIGNS 

The city council has accepted the 

resignation of its chief executive 

Dawn Baxendale. Baxendale’s 

resignation, tendered on 

November 6, was accepted at an 

unexpected closed-doors city 

council meeting last Wednesday. 

Her contract was due to finish in 

October next year. 

BEACH WATER QUALITY 

WARNINGS 

As swimming season gets under 

way, Te Whatu Ora has warned 

the following beaches are unsafe 

for swimming due to bacterial 

contamination: Akaroa’s main 

beach, Corsair Bay, Rāpaki Bay, 

Sandy Bay, Diamond Harbour 

beach and Purau beach. Stay up 

to date with water quality on the 

Can I Swim Here? page of the 

Land Water Aotearoa website. 

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ecological goals is to plant four 

1000ha areas across Banks 

Peninsula. Rather, its goal is to 

establish four large-scale hubs 

of connected and protected 

indigenous vegetation, of more 

than 1000ha each. Within 

these biodiversity hubs some 

restoration planting may be 

carried out in small areas. 

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Teen sets new national 

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Rubik’s Cube record 


A RECENTLY graduated 

Cashmere High School 

student has broken a national 

Rubik’s Cube record during a 

competition in Lyttelton. 

Jasper Murray, 17, completed 

a 3x3x3 cube in 4.61 seconds on 

Saturday, beating the previous 

record by 0.4 seconds. 

Said Christchurch Speedcubers 

founder Mike Field: “That might 

not sound like a lot, but at this 

level it’s actually huge.” 

Murray and 45 other competitors 

gathered at the recreation 

centre for Lyttelton Spring 2023, 

an official World Cube Association 

event. 

Excited by his new record, 

Murray said he did not expect to 

get it. 

“I was getting super tired towards 

the end of the day, so I was 

happy I managed it.” 

Murray broke a world record 

last year when he got the fastest 

average of five pyraminx cube 

solves. 

A pyraminx is a triangle-shaped 

puzzle cube. 

He was the first New Zealander 

to break a speedcubing world 

record, averaging 1.66 seconds 

for his pyraminx solves. 

RECORD BREAKING: 

17-year-old Jasper Murray 

broke the New Zealand 

Rubik’s Cube record on 

Saturday. 

Murray is pleased to be going 

to the speedcubing nationals in 

December with a new record. 

“Definitely a confidence boost 

for sure.” 

He said practice is the most 

important thing to get to a high 

skill level in speedcubing. 

“It pays off. You just need to 

have dedication over a long period 

of time.” 

Field created the Lyttelton 

Spring competition in 2021 

with collaborator Chris Mills. It 

stands out as a key fixture in 

the New Zealand speedcubing 

scene. 

“Speedcubing is an awesome 

hobby as it’s challenging and 

intriguing, but also one that 

gives young people access to an 

incredible community of talented 

people,” Field said. 

Speedcubers from China, 

India, the Philippines and the 

United Kingdom, as well as New 

Zealand participants, showcased 

their skills across various categories. 

These ranged from 2x2x2 to 

7x7x7 cubes and even blindfolded 

challenges. 

In the majority of events, 

competitors were ranked on 

their average time of five solves, 

discounting their fastest and 

slowest. 

The competition had a mix of 

seasoned and amateur participants, 

Field said. 

“We love to encourage new 

competitors, and actually I give 

a prize for fastest newcomer at 

competitions I’m involved with 

to try and keep it competitive at 

either end of the spectrum.” 

Field said speedcubing fans 

can anticipate more South Island 

competitions in 2024. 

CHARITABLE: Lyttelton Community House social worker 

Wendy Joy with a Christmas shoebox for children in need. 

Christmas spirit 

alive in Lyttelton 

• From page 1 

People can also drop off 

individual presents to the 

community house to help fill the 

shoeboxes. 

Joy said seeing families 

struggling with additional costs 

inspired the community house’s 

decision to start the programme. 

“We hear that some people 

will have to choose between 

buying food and gifts for their 

children over this period. We at 

community house wanted to do 

what we could to add some extra 

kindness over this period.” 

The project is a partnership 

between the community house 

and charity advisory group, the 

Catalytic Foundation. 

Donations can also be made 

to the shoebox project bank 

account at 12-3067-0187344- 

00. Reference Zmas2023 and 

specify Lyttelton as the region to 

support. Contributions will be 

accepted up until December 10. 

• To get a shoebox, call 

021 937 492 or email 

socialworker@lch.org.nz 

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ourselves 

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• From page 1 

“There is very little in a New Zealand 

setting that’s dystopian, that’s post-climate 

change in speculative fiction,” said Dixon. 

She hopes young New Zealanders will 

connect more with a climate change story 

set in a place they can relate to. 

“We need these New Zealand stories for 

New Zealanders. We need to see ourselves 

in our stories.” 

Born in Wales, Dixon moved to New 

Zealand with her then husband in 2002 

to find a quieter life. Her son Reuben, 19, 

was born in Dunedin, where they initially 

lived in a waterfront property. 

“We were a little bit reluctant to move 

to Christchurch till we drove over the hill 

and found Governors Bay.” 

The family made the move in 2005. Her 

daughter Sasha, 16, was born there. 

“I love the environment here. I love Governors 

Bay. I love being able to watch the 

sun rise out of the sea and over the hills.” 

The 49-year-old author said spending 

time walking and biking in the local environment 

helped inspire the setting. 

“It’s much easier for me to write authentically 

about Lyttelton than other places in 

the world,” she said. 

The novel follows themes of science 

versus faith and trust in authority as the 

young characters work to understand the 

truth behind their society. 

Dixon said her story reflects the pressure 

put on young people to be the drivers of 

climate action. 

“I think young people feel that weight 

of responsibility. I wanted to write a 

book that could perhaps provide a bit of 

hope that there are possibilities to make 

change.” 

Despite always being law abiding and 

cautious, the protagonist in Dixon’s story 

starts to question what she can do to make 

change in her world devastated by climate 

change. 

“I would like there to be a message that 

everybody can be empowered to make 

changes and that we don’t have to accept 

the world as it is, particularly if we work 

together,” Dixon said. 

She travelled to Auckland to receive the 

Storylines award on November 4. 

“It feels really good. You know, obviously 

it’s huge recognition. As a writer it can 

quite often be quite a lonely career. It was 

really motivating to finish the trilogy and 

get the next two books out there.” 

Readers can find out what happens 

next in the second instalment of The Edge 

of Light trilogy, expected to be released 

next year. 

SETTING: In 

Dixon’s futuristic 

novel, a young 

apprentice 

scientist lives on 

Banks Island, 

formerly the 

Port Hills, after 

Christchurch is 

submerged. 

PHOTO: GETTY 

Earlier this year, you told 

Environment Canterbury what’s most 

important to you for our natural 

environment. Now we’re asking 

you to rank your priorities for three 

themes: water and coast, land use and 

biodiversity, and climate action. 

This feedback will help us develop 

new climate action plans and set the 

direction for regional and district plans 

through the Regional Policy Statement 

(RPS). 

We work across Waitaha/Canterbury 

to support initiatives that balance 

the management of water quality 

and quantity while enabling a 

largely agricultural economy and the 

communities it supports to thrive. 

Our soils produce the food and 

natural products we consume and 

export, but our unique biodiversity 

has seen significant losses due to 

Let’s 

pick a 

path 

modification of habitat, development 

and the introduction of invasive pests. 

We also face a range of climaterelated 

risks, and careful thought needs 

to go into where we focus climate 

actions in coming years, and how 

climate hazards and risk should be 

managed. 

We need your feedback on how 

we look after our rivers, lakes and 

coastal areas, and ensure our land 

remains productive while allowing 

safe and healthy spaces for a range of 

activities and improving outcomes for 

our precious flora and fauna. And, by 

working together on climate action, 

we can help protect and adapt where 

we live and make the most of the 

opportunities climate change brings. 

Help us pick a path at 

ecan.govt.nz/ourfuture 

Water & coast 

Climate action 

Land use & biodiversity 

We’ve heard what’s important to you, and now we’re asking 

you to think about your priorities for the outcomes and 

actions we set for our future. 

Help us pick the right path at 

Closes 3 December 2023.

Bay Harbour News Wednesday November 22 2023 

8 

NEWS 


New Work – a textural delight 


ARTISTS VICTORIA Pallin 

and Lorelei Jenner are set to 

captivate audiences with their 

inaugural exhibition, New Work, 

starting on Tuesday. 

“This is a culmination of a 

year’s work for us both, and we 

are very excited to present our 

work publicly,” Pallin said. 

Pallin, of Sumner, will unveil 

60 pieces of jewellery. Jenner, 

of Mt Pleasant, will display 29 

paintings and ceramics. 

The two artists have pooled 

their respective talents, hoping 

to create a rich show across three 

different artforms that flows 

together seamlessly. 

Jenner hopes viewers will 

appreciate the vibrant colours, 

textures and playfulness in 

her work, while Pallin anticipates 

visitors will enjoy the variety 

within her collection of jewellery. 

It is first time Pallin and 

Jenner have collaborated on an 

exhibition. 

“We know each other very well 

and share a great passion for all 

types of art,” Pallin said. 

The title ‘New Work’ reflects 

the artists delving into new 

artforms. 

“New Work comes from a new 

direction for me with my painting 

and colour-work. Plus, I’ve 

NEW DIRECTIONS: Lorelei Jenner will exhibit her paintings and ceramics alongside Victoria Pallin’s hand-forged silver 

jewellery at Pumanawa Gallery from November 28. 

only been working in ceramics 

for two years,” Jenner said. 

Pallin said all of her work 

could be described as new “because 

I’ve only been practicing 

for three years”. 

Jenner is a self-taught painter. 

She has exhibited in New Zealand 

and Australia over the past 

two decades and earned recognition 

as a finalist in the Wallace 

Art Awards in 2001. 

Reflecting on the technical 

aspects of her art, she said, “All 

of my ceramic pieces are thrown 

on a wheel, not hand built. My 

paintings are acrylic on board or 

canvas.” 

Pallin was born in Kuwait 

and draws inspiration from the 

region’s jewellery alongside contemporary 

European styles. 

She engages in intricate processes 

such as sawing, texturing, 

shaping and soldering and for 

her jewellery. 

Some of her pieces involve 

the ancient Korean technique of 

Keum Boo, the process of applying 

24-carat gold leaf to silver 

using heat. 

Among the standout pieces at 

the exhibition, Jenner 

is proud of her ceramic 

pedestal bowl 

for its combination 

of colours and expressive 

pencil lines, 

which mirrors her 

turquoise and lime 

painting (right). 

Pallin said she is 

particularly enthusiastic 

about her cast silver bangles 

and rings, emphasising the handforged 

feel achieved through the 

casting process. 

Aiming to be 

contemporary and 

experimental, Pallin 

said she favours 

working with silver 

to create a simple 

geometric aesthetic. 

New Work will 

be open daily from 

November 28 to 

December 3 at the 

Pumanawa Gallery in the Arts 

Centre. 

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10 

NEWS 


City buildings to glow with hope 

EXPECT AN orange glow over 

the city later this month as Zonta 

International marks its 16-day 

campaign of activism opposing 

violence towards women and 

girls. 

Christchurch’s four Zonta 

Clubs are among 28 in New 

Zealand which will host events 

between November 25 and 

December 10 to raise awareness 

of gender-based violence and 

fundraise for organisations that 

support victims of abuse. 

As part of the campaign, many 

of the city’s landmark buildings 

and structures will be lit up in 

orange to send a clear, visible 

message for a better future for 

women and girls. 

Among the buildings to be lit 

up are the Isaac Theatre Royal, 

the Christchurch Art Gallery, 

the Bridge of Remembrance, 

the Bowker Fountain, Vaka a 

Hine artwork on Worcester 

St, the Christchurch Town 

Hall fountain, Cashel Mall, 

New Regent St, the Fanfare 

Sculpture on the Northern 

Motorway, the Christchurch 

Casino, the New Brighton Pier 

and the Christchurch Airport 

overbridge. In addition, there 

will be orange influences on 

structures like the planter boxes 

on Victoria and Hereford Sts, 

and displays in at least four city 

libraries. 

LIGHTS: As part of the ‘Zonta says no to violence against women’ campaign, buildings in the city have previously been lit 

up in orange. 

Christchurch South Zonta 

Club advocacy chair Catherine 

Goodwin said the New Zealand 

domestic violence statistics make 

for troubling reading. 

“Good Shepherd New Zealand 

research suggests one in three 

New Zealand women have 

experienced physical or sexual 

intimate partner violence in their 

lifetime,” she said. 

“When psychological abuse is 

added (where economic harm 

sits), this increases to one in two. 

“Internationally, up to 50 

per cent of sexual assaults are 

committed against girls under 

16 years of age. Just imagine if 

this was your daughter, your 

granddaughter or your sister.” 

Goodwin said the colour 

orange symbolises a brighter 

future, free of violence 

and gender-based control, 

particularly for women and 

girls, and is a powerful display 

of hope. 

“It is also a clear message that, 

as a society, we do not condone 

abuse.” 

The lighting up of buildings 

worldwide by Zonta International 

began in 2012 to mark the organisation’s 

16 days of awareness 

against gender-based violence. 

“We hope that this campaign 

shows victims that living with 

abuse, in any form, is unacceptable 

and that there are people 

and organisations within our 

community that care for their 

well-being and are there to support 

them,” said Goodwin. 

The campaign launch is open 

to the public and will be held at 

Christchurch Art Gallery from 

6-8pm on November 23. 

“This will be a wonderful 

networking event in the iconic 

art gallery foyer, with speakers 

talking briefly on the different 

perspectives addressing this 

challenging societal issue,” 

Goodwin said. 

Tickets are $40 and available 

for purchase on Eventbrite. 

NEW 

LISTING 

Take a Walk on the Wild Side 

907 Governors Bay Road, Governors Bay 

Situated in beautiful Governors Bay with vistas of both the hills and the ocean, this property extends right into amazing native forest.... take a few 

steps and you're immediately a world away, surrounded by natural wild beauty. The property is now too big for the owner, who is not getting any 

younger and consequently needs to down-size. 

An easy layout provides for open-plan kitchen / dining (with log-fire) and an adjoining lounge that can be closed off. Bedrooms are comfortably 

sized, with two having veranda / balcony access and the master bdrm also enjoying its own ensuite (heated floor). The main bathroom 

includes a spa-bath - soak your troubles away and soak in the views at the same time! Two heat-pumps plus the log-fire are available, as well 

as a heated ceiling-blanket to keep things cosy when needed. 

The front of the section includes a private garden and patios on level-ground, while additional elevated balconies are on the other side of the 

house to sit and relax, overlooking the bay. Rear gardens on the slope merge seamlessly into the forest, a plethora of native and wild birdlife 

to explore, with walkways leading down to the stream. 

● 3 x Double bedrooms ● Master ensuite (heated floor) ● Open-plan kitchen / dining ● Separate living 

● Separate laundry ● 2 x Heat-pumps + log-fire + heated ceiling-blanket ● Double-glazed windows 

● Double garage + off-street ● Electric-car charger ● Approx. 1990's ● Approx. 1,275m2 Land 

Situated within the idyllic environment of Governors Bay with spectacular native surroundings and views - and only minutes away from 

Governors Bay Settlement, Governors Bay School, Harbour House and Sandy Beach - whilst 7kms from Cashmere and 9kms from Lyttleton. 

Deadline Sale - Thursday 7th Dec 4pm 

(unless sold prior) 

Open Homes - Refer online for viewing times 

www.harcourts.co.nz/PLS5477 

Mitchell Roberts 

M. 027 413 0797 

Mana Tai 

M. 027 626 2824 

E. mitchandmana@harcourts.co.nz 

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd, The Palms - Licensed Agent REAA 2008)

Wednesday November 22 2023 Bay Harbour News 11


DEADLINE 

11 HILLTOP LANE MT PLEASANT PERFECTLY POSITIONED & HANDY TO SCHOOL! 

Discover this stunning two-storey, permanent material 

home built in 2015, offering a lifestyle of tranquillity and 

convenience, being located on the lower slopes of St 

Andrew’s Hill in a quiet no exit street. Revel in sweeping 

views that span the sea, estuary, city, and the majestic 

Southern Alps. These ever-changing vistas will leave you in 

awe every day. 

This home boasts 3 spacious bedrooms - 2 with a bay 

window seat, plus a versatile study/smaller 4th bedroom, 

with 2 beautiful tile feature bathrooms. The master suite 

has a large walk-in robe and tiled ensuite. All bedrooms are 

located upstairs and have sea views. The contemporary 

kitchen is immaculate, complete with a large breakfast bar, 

generous bench space, and an abundance of cupboard 

storage. The substantial living area is open plan with the 

kitchen and provides 2 different sitting areas with French 

doors and a ranch slider opening onto the terrace. 

Benefit from residing across the road from the lane to Mt 

Pleasant Primary School and bus stop. 

Call now to arrange a viewing. 

741M 2 4 2 1 2 

DEADLINE 

Closes 2pm, Tuesday 28 th November 2023 

1020 Ferry Road (Unless Sold Prior) 

VIEWING 

All viewing by appointment 

www.grenadier.co.nz ID#FM6147 

ALISON 

CARTER 

0274 318 960 | 03 384 7950 

alison.carter@harcourts.co.nz 

Grenadier Real Estate Ltd. MREINZ Licensed Agent REAA 2008. 

SCAN TO VIEW THE 

PROPERTY LISTING 

DEADLINE 

167 SOLEARES AVENUE MT PLEASANT YOUR CHANCE TO ENHANCE! 

Welcome to your future home sweet home! Nestled on the 

hillside, this affordable doer-upper is the perfect entry-level 

family haven with ample potential. Boasting 5 generous 

bedrooms, 2 downstairs and 3 upstairs, this residence offers the 

space and versatility that your growing family needs. 

With 2 bathrooms, 1 conveniently placed on each floor, morning 

rushes are a breeze. The heart of the home is an open-plan 

kitchen, dining and living space, seamlessly connecting to a 

separate lounge for added privacy. Picture yourself entertaining 

guests or enjoying family time, with easy outdoor access to 

wrap-around decks that capture the warmth of the northern sun 

and showcase breathtaking sea views along the coastline. 

Convenience meets functionality with a large basement garage 

providing ample storage space, complemented by off-street 

parking. The property features a terraced, gently sloping garden 

adorned with established trees, providing both charm and a 

serene escape. Imagine weekend barbecues on the lawn or 

unwinding on the decks while soaking in the panoramic views. 

Location is key, and this residence is within walking distance to 

Mt Pleasant School, adding an educational advantage. 

842M 2 5 2 2 2 

DEADLINE 

Closes 2pm, Tuesday 5 th December 2023 


OPEN HOMES 

Saturdays & Sundays 

12:00PM - 12:45PM 


ALISON 

CARTER 

0274 318 960 | 03 384 7950 




PROPERTY LISTING


ARE YOU THINKING OF SELLING? 

LET’S DO IT TOGETHER! 

JACKIE DERRICK 

Branch Manager 

027 6363 576 

ALISON CARTER 

Licensed Sales Consultant 

027 431 8960 

CALLUM BROWNLEE 


027 526 4585 

CHRIS CULLENS 


0275 999 162 

CHRIS MOORES 


027 588 4440 

ELISA JORDAN 


027 483 6596 

EMMA BAIRD 


027 828 1710 

HAMISH CRAW 


027 636 5129 

JANE BEESLEY 


021 380 243 

JOBI SMITH 



JOY BUTEL 


021 353 280 

JULIA DALY 



KIRSTY MCLEOD 


027 226 5893 

LUCY PARKES-DOLAN 



LYNTON HUBBER 


027 433 4141 

MICHELLE WARD 


027 203 7858 

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- FITZGERALD 



SHADY GERGES 


027 444 7055 

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TESS COATES 


Office Administrator 

027 953 8860 03 384 7950 

Please call me anytime and one of our experienced 

team will be in touch to provide you with a no obligation 

market appraisal. We would love to hear from you. 

JACKIE DERRICK 

0276 363 576 

“OUR WORK FAMILY, LOOK FORWARD 

TO WORKING WITH YOUR FAMILY.” 

GRENADIER.CO.NZ 

03 384 7950 

Grenadier Real Estate Ltd MREINZ. Licensed Agent REAA 2008


MICHELLE WARD 

THE CHANGING FACE 

OF REAL ESTATE 

“Like a good wine, some things get better with age” 

Michelle Ward has built a hugely successful career in Real Estate on the back of hard 

work, commitment and a personal pride in doing the very best job she can. Over the 

years she has built an ever-expanding network of clients, due to the exceptional results 

she achieves and the efforts she goes to, to make the experience as seamless and stressfree 

as possible. 

Many of Michelle’s clients have returned to her time and time again for their Real Estate 

transactions and refer their own friends and family to her. That’s the greatest testament 

that Michelle could ask for; proof of a job well done! 

THINKING OF SELLING? LETS DO IT TOGETHER! 

2000 

Energy, enthusiasm 

& commitment 

2005 

Experience, energy, 

enthusiasm & commitment 

2010 

Skill, experience, energy, 


Get in touch with 

me today for a free 

market appraisal! 

2016 

Wisdom, skill, experience, energy, 


027 203 7858 michelle.ward@harcourts.co.nz 

2020 

Longevity, wisdom, skill, experience, 

energy, enthusiasm & commitment 

Grenadier Real Estate Ltd MREINZ. Licensed Agent REAA 2008 

AUCTION 

42 WHITFIELD STREET SUMNER DESIGNED FOR HOW FAMILIES REALLY LIVEE 

Sophisticated mid-century styling, with a contemporary 

feel is evident throughout this wonderful family home. The 

home is well configured and well-proportioned for today’s 

modern family and can be configured in a myriad of ways to 

suit their growing needs. 

A stylish, sleek open plan kitchen and dining area, opens 

into an enclosed outdoor room with a louvre roof & open 

fire/pizza oven which has facilitated harmony, fun and good 

times for them and many friends. In addition to this you 

will be toasty warm in the winter with ducted underfloor 

heating and double glazing throughout! 

The upper level boasts a Master bedroom with ensuite and 

walk in robe, plus an additional sitting room or parents’ 

retreat. The lower level is an ideal teenager’s retreat, 

offering 4 bedrooms or 3 plus a study or rumpus - you 

decide. 

Relax in the spa or soak up the last of the summer sunshine, 

this is the perfect home for you to do so, with a large deck 

and a flat lawn for you to choose from! Two car internal 

access garaging with extra space for the toys completes the 

picture. Early viewing is advised as this will be sold on or 

before Auction Day! 

663M 2 4 2 3 2 

AUCTION 

From 11am, Thursday 7 th December 2023 

98 Moorhouse Avenue (Unless Sold Prior) 

OPEN HOMES 

Thursday 2.30pm - 4.00pm 

Saturday & Sunday 1.00pm - 2.30pm 

www.grenadier.co.nz ID#SM0696 

MICHELLE 

WARD 

027 203 7858 | 03 384 7950 

michelle.ward@harcourts.co.nz 



PROPERTY LISTING


DEADLINE 

86 WESTMINSTER STREET ST ALBANS RECENT BUILD - IN ZONE CGHS & CBHS! 

Discover the epitome of modern living in this exquisite 

home, meticulously built in 2019 on its own separate title. 

Boasting a generous layout with 4 bedrooms, 3 highly 

spec’d bathrooms and 2 inter-connecting living areas, this 

immaculately presented residence offers a perfect blend of 

style, comfort, and convenience. 

Upon entering, you’ll be immediately captivated by the 

contemporary design and sleek aesthetics. An excellent 

configuration of 4 double bedrooms with one of the 

bedrooms and bathroom being downstairs - providing 

flexible living arrangements for guests or family. Upstairs, 

the thoughtfully designed master suite is a generous size 

with window shutters, a large walk-in robe, and an ensuite 

with double vanity and double shower. 

Landscaped for low maintenance and easy care, the secure 

fully fenced grounds is suitable for a dog and features Yucca 

plantings that add a touch of natural beauty to the property. 

A double internal access garage ensures convenience for 

security & storage needs, with further additional parking for 

3 vehicles. Handy to Rugby Park, cafe’s & Merivale Mall. 

308M 2 4 3 2 2 

DEADLINE 

Closes 2pm, Tuesday 28 th November 2023 


OPEN HOMES 

Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th 2.30-3.15pm 


ALISON 

CARTER 

0274 318 960 | 03 384 7950 




PROPERTY LISTING 

FOR A SERVICE 

BEYOND 

YOUR SALE 

CALL EMMA TODAY TO START 

PUTTING A PLAN INTO ACTION 

EMMA BAIRD 

027 828 1710 | emma.baird@harcourts.co.nz 

Grenadier Real Estate Ltd MREINZ. Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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in 

Start a new 

Christmas tradition 

What could be better than starting some new family traditions this year? Christmas traditions are memories 

in the making and help spread a little festive cheer whether with your loved ones or out in the community. 

10 great ideas to help make Christmas a magical time of the year 

1. Create a Christmas playlist with some of 

your favourite carols and songs – play it 

loud and every day, if that’s your thing. 

Or plan a pre-Christmas sing-along 

evening – don’t forget to supply the song 

sheet so everyone can join in too. 

2. Get into the spirit of Christmas by getting 

together with family or friends to help 

decorate each other’s houses – turn up 

the music, drink the wine and go all out 

to deck the halls. 

3. Make and send homemade Christmas 

cards – there’s nothing more exciting 

than getting mail, right? Or how about 

writing some generic ones and dropping 

them into your nearest retirement 

home to brighten up an elderly person’s 

Christmas. 

4. Buy your family Christmas tee-shirts or 

Santa hats to wear on the day and don’t 

forget to take a family selfie. 

5. Fill a shoebox with gifts for a child, wrap 

it with a bow, and deliver to the nearest 

community gift tree – check with your 

local library and label with age and 

gender. 

6. Have a yearly family, friends or neighbour 

outdoor games night with drinks and 

nibbles leading up to the big day – think 

Pétanque, hoopla, mini golf, giant chess, 

or croquet. 

7. Take a leaf out of Iceland’s traditional 

‘Jolabokaflod’ or Christmas Book Flood, 

and give a book as a gift on Christmas 

Eve each year – don’t forget to write 

inside the cover who it’s from and the 

date. 

8. Make a list of must see Christmas movies 

to watch a week before Christmas day 

and tick off the ones you’ve watched. 

Don’t forget the popcorn and hot 

chocolate or nibbles and wine. 

9. Make and give a handmade ornament 

as a gift each year – the lucky receiver’s 

Christmas tree will be covered with 

beautiful, handmade memories. 

10. Make homemade hot chocolate on 

Christmas Eve or on Christmas morning 

to drink while the presents are being 

opened – decorate with whipped cream, 

grated chocolate, marshmallows, or 

crushed candy canes. 

MT PLEASANT POTTERY CLUB 

MAIN ROAD REDCLIFFS 

Christmas 

M A R K E T 

STUDIO OPEN DAY AND POTTERY SALE 

Free Coffee 

with the first 50 pots 

that are sold 

SATURDAY 2ND DECEMBER | 10.00AM-2PM 

NEED A YEAR-END XMAS PARTY VENUE? 

TALK TO US! WE HAVE MANY OPTIONS. 

17 CARMEN RD, HORNBY 

PH. 03 349 9026 

WWW.HORNBYWMC.CO.NZ 

AVAILABLE 

WEDS - SAT 

FROM 5PM 

FRIDAY DEC 1ST 

5-7PM 

1 WATERMAN PL, FERRYMEAD 

LIVE CAROLS 

SALES 

BBQ 

Christmas is 

just around 

the corner 

Avoid disappointment, 

book your Christmas 

appointments asap. 

WIN 

BACK YOUR 

PURCHASE!! 

DETAILS 

IN STORE 

My relaxation massage was the best. 

I came out ready to take on the world. 

- Eddie


Final 

Week! 

BLACK FRIDAY 

HOT DEAL! 

Diego 4 Piece Sofa, Deja 

Shale or Deja Silver 

was $ 2876 

now $ 1999 

S T O R E W I D E 

SALE 

N Z 

MADE 

IN 

S T O C K 

NOW 

BLACK FRIDAY 

HOT DEAL! 

EARLY ACCESS BLACK FRIDAY 

HOT DEALS AVAILABLE BLACK FRIDAY NOW! 

HOT DEAL! 

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was 

Valletta Outdoor 6 Piece 

$ 3299 

Lounge/Low Dining Set now $ 1999 

Tasman Modular 

5 Seater Sofa with 

Ottoman, Charcoal 

was $ 2899 

now $ 2299 

Serene & Uno 

King Single/Single Trundle 

Bed Set, Charcoal 

(Mattresses included in the set!) 

was $ 1087 

now $ 897 

BLACK FRIDAY 

HOT DEAL! 

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SOFA with Chaise 

BLACK FRIDAY 

HOT DEAL! 

BED WITH STORAGE 

Dallas Double Bed 

Frame, Jet or Light Grey 

Dallas Queen Bed Frame, 

Jet or Light Grey 

Mykonos Outdoor 

Lounge/Low Dining 

Set - 3 Seater 

was $ 4849 

now $ 3594 

Tyler Sofabed 

with Chaise, Grey 

was $ 1499 

now $ 1199 

was $ 399 

now $ 349 

was $ 449 

now $ 379 

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HOT DEAL! 

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Kenzie 3 Seater 

Sofa, Light Grey 

or Charcoal 

was $ 1899 

now $ 1499 

Nero Support 

Queen Boxed 

Mattress, Firm 

was $ 899 

now $ 699 

NO PAYMENTS 

FOR 

Chloe Queen Bed 

Frame, Cream 

(Mattress sold 

separately) 

was $ 1189 

now $ 799 

NO INTEREST 

2 YEARS! 

Oakley Chaise 

Sofa, Grey or 

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was $ 3499 

now $ 2699 

how 

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18 

NEWS 


Blind runner completes NYC marathon 

• By Daniel Alvey 

A BLIND runner has completed 

the world’s biggest marathon. 

Blair McConnell was born 

with retinitis pigmentosa, a 

genetic eye disease that causes 

cells in the retina to break down 

slowly over time, resulting in 

progressive vision loss. 

But the 58-year-old didn’t let 

that stop him 

completing the 

42km New York 

City Marathon 

in 5hr 52min 

1sec. 

“It was an 

absolutely 

Blair 

McConnell 

incredible 

experience,” 

McConnell said. 

“When you are running with 

51,000 people and supporters 

(spectators) up to 2.5 million . . . 

it still gives me shivers.” 

He travelled to the Big Apple 

as one of seven athletes with 

Achilles International New 

Zealand. 

Achilles aims to provide people 

with disabilities the opportunity 

to participate in mainstream 

athletics, and matches them with 

volunteer guides. 

McConnell started his running 

journey about five years ago and 

had planned to do the marathon 

in 2020, but it was cancelled due 

to the pandemic. 

The New York City Marathon 

is the first full marathon he has 

completed, having done a number 

of half-marathons. 

McConnell said the emotion 

did not set in straight after he 

crossed the finish line. 

“It took a little while before the 

emotion of it actually feeling like 

I’ve achieved what I set out to do 

to kick in. 

“I’m just really happy to finish 

something I started many 

years ago.” 

The Prebbleton resident ran 

with two guides, Anton McLean 

from Christchurch and Mike 

Lane-Holbert from Florida. His 

other regular guide Noel 

Whiteside was unable to make 

the trip. 

The course traverses the city 

starting in Staten Island, heading 

through Brooklyn, Queens, and 

the Bronx, finishing in Central 

Park. 

McConnell said the crowd 

was overwhelming, with quiet 

sections as he would cross the 

bridges between islands. 

“You’d get over the crest of a 

bridge and here a roar in front of 

ON YOUR MARKS: Blair McConnell (middle) ran with two 

guides – Anton McLean (left) from Christchurch and Mike 

Lane-Holbert from Florida. Above – McConnell with fellow 

vision-impaired runner Mike Asmussen, from Christchurch. 

you, and you’d realise it’s 

the crowd. 

“It was like running into a 

stadium at several points of the 

marathon. 

“It was overwhelming.” 

BIG CROWDS: 

More than 

51,000 people 

ran in the 

New York City 

marathon. 

Preparing for a Happy Holiday Season at Kōwhai Vet 

The holiday season is fast approaching, and 

as we prepare to celebrate with our loved 

ones, it’s essential not to forget our furry family 

members. At Kōwhai Vet Clinic, we want to 

ensure that your pets are in the best possible 

health and spirits during the upcoming 

festivities. Here are a few key things to keep 

in mind as we head into the holiday season. 

Check your pet’s vaccination records 

Before you embark on your holiday travels and 

your pets check into the boarding kennels or 

cattery, be sure to check their vaccinations are 

up to date. This not only ensures the safety 

and well-being of your furry friends during 

their stay, but also eliminates the last-minute 

stress of being turned away from the kennels 

because their vaccinations are overdue. Our 

experienced veterinarians are here to guide 

you on the specific vaccinations your pet may 

need based on their individual requirements. 

Preparing for a comfortable journey 

If your holiday plans involve travel, it’s 

essential to prepare your pets for the journey. 

Consider bringing their travel cage into your 

living space a week or so before departure, 

creating a cosy bed inside and leaving 

some treats to entice them. This gradual 

introduction allows your pets to become 

accustomed to the carrier in a familiar and 

safe environment. For those taking to the 

skies, ensure that your pet’s carrier meets 

the correct size and specifications for plane 

travel. Planning ahead and familiarising your 

pets with their travel arrangements minimises 

stress for both you and your furry companions. 

Anxiety-Free Travel 

If your pet tends to get anxious when on 

the move there are a number of options for 

reducing their anxiety to make the trip go more 

smoothly for them. Using a pheromone spray 

such as Feliway for cats or Adaptil for dogs, can 

make them feel more settled in their carrier, or 

on their bed in the car. While we cannot sedate 

animals for travel, we can provide medications 

to help reduce stress and anxiety, keeping 

them much calmer for the journey. Like us, 

some pets can also experience travel-sickness, 

so medications to reduce nausea can also 

be of benefit. Consult with our veterinarians 

to discuss the best options for your pet’s 

individual needs. 

Health Check 

If you’ve had any concerns about your pet’s 

health, consider having them checked out 

before heading away for the holidays so 

that a minor issue doesn’t progress to a 

bigger problem. If your pet is on long term 

prescription medications, you may want to 

ensure that you have enough medication on 

hand to last you through the holidays and 

your time away. If your pet has not seen a vet 

recently they may require a health check prior 

to dispensing more medication, so ensure you 

leave plenty of time to fit this into your busy 

schedule. 

Microchip Details 

Ensure all your contact details registered to 

your pets microchip are up to date. If they go 

missing whilst you’re away, you want to make 

sure they can be returned to you as quickly as 

possible. 

A Special Treat for Your Furry Friends 

The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can 

also be a time of stress for pets. Changes in 

routine, visitors, and new surroundings can 

sometimes be overwhelming for them. 

Creating a safe space where they can escape 

the festive chaos can give them a sense of 

security, and providing enrichment toys can 

help ease their anxiety and provide muchneeded 

mental stimulation. 

At Kōwhai Vet Clinic, we have a delightful 

selection of enrichment toys and treats in 

stock to make your pets feel cherished during 

the festive season. 

From interactive toys to scrumptious treats, 

we have everything you need to put a smile on 

your pet’s face and keep them engaged and 

happy throughout the holiday season. 

Don’t wait until the last minute! Schedule 

your pet’s vaccinations and health check 

today to guarantee a stress-free and joyful 

holiday season. 

And don’t forget to drop by our clinic to 

explore our selection of fantastic enrichment 

toys and treats for your pets. After all, they 

deserve a special Christmas gift too! 

Consultations • Surgery & Diagnostics • Locally Owned & Operated 

122 Opawa Road, Opawa, Christchurch. Ph: 03 337 5445 

Visit our website: www.kowhaivet.co.nz 

WE ARE OPEN: 

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 6:30pm, 

Saturday, 9:00am - 12:00pm


Brougham Street 

Key 

Construction 

area 

No access 

Traffic flow 

Opawa Road 

Ensors Road 

N 

Night works on Brougham 

Street in November 

Ensors Road intersection 

Orion is installing new 66kV 

underground power cable at the 

intersection of Brougham Street 

and Ensors Road until early 

December. 

Please expect delays and allow extra 

time for your journey. Thank you. 

PHONE 0800 363 9898 

haveyoursay.oriongroup.co.nz 

To do this construction work safely, traffic 

management will be in place. We are working 

at night from 6pm until 6am, seven days a week. 

• Brougham Street will have a lane open in 

each direction 

• No right turn from Brougham Street onto 

Ensors Road 

• No access to Brougham Street via Ensors 

Road from the Opawa Road roundabout 

The traffic management will change as work 

progresses. Follow all signs and instructions 

from our crew. 

We’re strengthening 

our electricity network


REAL ESTATE 

After 57 years... 

Aussie Wins 

131 Soleares Ave, Mt Pleasant 

Auction Thurs. 30 Nov. 11am (USP) 

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 living room, 

2 car garage, 2 off-street parks - CR48868 

Open Homes: Thursday 5:30pm - 6:15pm 

Saturday and Sunday 11:45am - 12:45pm 

The owner has made the decision to move 

across the Tasman, making this home on the 

lower slopes available for the next owner to 

enjoy. 

Don't miss this opportunity to live on the hill, 

lower slopes, and enjoy what the current 

owner has for the last 57 years. 

● New Build 2016. 

● North Facing views across McCormack Bay, 

to the city & out to Kaikoura. 

● 3 Bedrooms, all doubles. Master has outdoor 

flow to a deck. 

● 2 bathrooms, including ensuite. 

● Tandem garage, good storage, plus off street 

parking. 

● For your comfort, heat pump & ultra lowemission 

wood fire. 

● Peaceful, with all day sun & warm. 

● Easy stroll to Mt Pleasant Community 

Centre, with cafe, Farmers Market 

(Saturday) & Village Food truck alley 

(Sundays, spring to autumn). 

So don't take our word for what is on offer, 

come and view for yourselves. 

Call Murray (0274 306 203) today for a private 

viewing. 

Full property file available, please contact 

Murray or Bronwyn for the file. 

Please park on Soleares Ave and walk down 

to 31 Soleares Ave, Thank you. 

Murray Johnstone 

M. 027 430 6203 

Bronwyn Johnstone 

M. 027 277 9299 

Grenadier Real Estate 

Christchurch 

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City of Norwich Lodge friendly society 

BEFORE government assistance 

for health, accident and 

unemployment existed, many 

people formed nonprofit friendly 

societies to assist each other in 

times of need. 

Ōhinehou Lyttelton’s first 

friendly society lodge had its 

roots in Manchester, England. A 

few days before Christmas 1851, 

a group of 13 men formed the 

Loyal City of Norwich Lodge No 

4356 of the Manchester Unity Independent 

Order of Oddfellows 

(MUIOOF). 

As the City of Norwich Lodge 

grew, it spent £85 in 1855 on a 

section in St Davids St with a 

small building used for meetings. 

Outgrowing that hall, member 

Edward Morey was awarded the 

£245 contract to replace it. 

In 1876 the lodge moved to its 

Winchester St site opposite St 

John’s Presbyterian Church. A 

spacious building, it provided 

a top hall for functions, balls, 

meetings and shows for many 

groups in port. Downstairs was 

a supper room and accommodation 

for a caretaker. 

At the time of the lodge’s 

75th anniversary in 1925, funds 

had accumulated to a sizeable 

£16,560, 18 shillings and 6 pence 

(equivalent to over $2 million 

today), not including significant 

monies already contributed to 

sick pay, funeral donations and 

relief funds. Donations were also 

made to Lyttelton organisations 

such as Plunket and St Johns, 

which helped fund the first ambulance 

in Lyttelton. 

Funeral and sickness benefits, 

subsidised medical care, widow 

and orphan funds, and member-owned 

chemist shops made 

lodges popular with families. 

Oddfellows, Hibernians, 

Druids and Foresters lodges 

would often join together and 

provide a United Friendly 

Societies Dispensary. Lyttelton’s 

UFS Dispensary, built in 1875 

Members of Oddfellows Lodge, 1900-1950, Te Ūaka The Lyttelton Museum ref 8300.1 

https://www.teuaka.org.nz/online-collection/1128476 

on the site of the Queen’s Hotel 

(which was burnt down in the 

1870 ‘Great Fire’), was situated 

on what is currently an empty 

section on the corner of London 

and Oxford streets. 

Many Oddfellows enjoyed socialising. 

Picnics, balls, dinners, 

card evenings, church parades, 

debates, musical evenings, 

Christmas parties, quoits, swimming 

carnivals and shooting 

matches were popular. 

Frequently, Christchurch 

lodges arrived by train for social 

evenings and Lyttelton members 

also often travelled away. A visit 

to Loyal Wairewa Lodge in Little 

River was always a late night – in 

1936, 124 members boarded the 

train from Lyttelton, changed 

at Christchurch and arrived in 

Little River at 7.50pm. The return 

trip left at midnight, arriving 

back in Lyttelton at 1.30am. The 

Lyttelton Oddfellows also shared 

social functions with the port’s 

Foresters and Buffalo lodges. 

City of Norwich Lodge met 

every second Tuesday, with the 

hall used by the Manchester 

Unity Kaia Toa Ladies Lodge 

(formed 1925) and the Juvenile 

Lodge (formed 1880) on Monday 

nights. Meetings were extremely 

formal for the first part of the 

evening, with the format being 

the same in all Manchester Unity 

lodges. Members wore a sash or 

collar and the presiding chairman, 

the Noble Grand, was seated 

at the front of the hall with his 

supporters on either side. Facing 

him was the Vice Grand seated 

inside the hall’s main door with 

his supporters. Other officers 

such as the secretary, past noble 

grand, conductors and guardian 

had their designated places. Order 

of business followed a strict 

ritual and some lodges competed 

against each other in ritual 

competition events. Positions of 

responsibility changed frequently 

to give younger members experience 

in meeting procedure. 

At the completion of business, 

social events took place, often 

until the early hours. Apart from 

toasts at formal dinners, most 

events were alcohol free. 

As friendly societies became 

increasingly popular, more 

Manchester Unity lodges were 

opened on Banks Peninsula – 

Akaroa’s Good Intent (1858), 

Okains Bay’s Hand of Friendship 

(1875), Pigeon Bay’s Hand and 

Heart (1876), Little Akaloa’s 

Hand in Hand (1878), Little River’s 

Dawn of Hope (1878), Barry’s 

Bay’s Perseverance (1881) and 

Little River’s Wairewa (1897). 

The Akaroa lodge Good Intent 

demonstrated the financial support 

available with the building 

of its large hall, now the Gaiety 

Theatre. 

After WW2, people became 

less dependent on lodge benefits 

as government welfare increased. 

Membership declined and rural 

lodges amalgamated or closed – 

Lyttelton members affiliated to the 

Banks Peninsula Lodge in 1996. 

In 2004, a new Friendly 

Societies lodge building, built 

by volunteer labour from Oddfellows, 

Hibernians, Druids and 

Foresters Lodges, was opened 

in Ferrymead Heritage Park. It 

houses some of the furniture, 

records and pictures of the Lyttelton 

lodges. 

As for the large City of 

Norwich Lodge hall in 

Winchester St, it was sold and 

later destroyed by fire in October 

1961 while owned by Lichfield 

Shirt Factory. Meanwhile, the 

Oddfellow values of friendship, 

love and truth continue – a 

rebranded Manchester Unity 

lodge still focuses on families 

with subsidised holiday 

accommodation, education 

scholarships and sponsorship of 

local events. 

United Friendly Society Dispensary, cnr London and Oxford 

sts. Te Ūaka The Lyttelton Museum ref 7867.1 

https://www.teuaka.org.nz/online-collection/1128030 

The Oddfellows Parade, Lyttelton, September 25, 1932. 

Te Ūaka The Lyttelton Museum ref 11970.1 

https://www.teuaka.org.nz/online-collection/1132651


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OFFICIALLY OPENS BOXING DAY! 

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