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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER <strong>13</strong>, <strong>2023</strong><br />

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Massive rates rise on cards<br />

• By Daniel Alvey<br />

HUGE RATES rises could be a<br />

possibility for the district.<br />

Mayor Sam Broughton has<br />

warned ratepayers could face an<br />

increase of 20 per cent or even<br />

higher, which could be on the<br />

way from the 2024/25 financial<br />

year.<br />

Broughton<br />

says potential<br />

increases<br />

are caused<br />

by rising<br />

interest rates<br />

on council<br />

debt, inflation<br />

Sam<br />

Broughton<br />

and taking<br />

on more<br />

staff, with<br />

the council<br />

increasing staff from 509 to<br />

586, costing $32.748 million<br />

in the 2022/23 financial year<br />

compared to $28.799 million in<br />

the 2021/22 financial year.<br />

This year rates increased by<br />

an average of 5.9 per cent –<br />

one of the lowest increases in<br />

Canterbury – to fund a $184.5<br />

million capital spend and $177.4<br />

million operating spend.<br />

The potential for the<br />

Christchurch City Council to<br />

ask for help funding the $683<br />

million central city Te Kaha<br />

stadium has not been included<br />

in Broughton’s estimates.<br />

Broughton said because no<br />

formal proposal has come from<br />

the city council he would not<br />

say whether he would support<br />

it. But he said <strong>Selwyn</strong> residents<br />

would benefit from the stadium.<br />

No other councils in<br />

Canterbury have committed to<br />

funding assistance.<br />

Said Broughton of the<br />

potential rates increase: “I won’t,<br />

our council won’t and our<br />

community won’t accept any<br />

numbers higher than 20 (per<br />

cent). We also won’t accept a<br />

zero because that means we are<br />

going backwards.”<br />

The warning comes as many<br />

councils face financial pressure,<br />

with the Christchurch City<br />

Council looking at a potential<br />

18 per cent rates rise next year<br />

and Hamilton City Council a<br />

25.5 per cent rise next year.<br />

HAVE YOUR SAY: What do<br />

you think of the potential<br />

rates rise? Send your views<br />

to daniel.alvey@starmedia.<br />

kiwi<br />

HUGE HIKE: Mayor Sam Broughton has warned ratepayers in <strong>Selwyn</strong> could face an increase of 20 per cent, or<br />

even higher. • What the council spends its money on, pages 4-5<br />

“Even if we were to do<br />

nothing more it would cost<br />

more this year than it cost last<br />

year,” Broughton said.<br />

He said it would be a balance<br />

between projects the council<br />

could complete and affordibility<br />

for ratepayers. • Turn to page 4<br />

GET HOME<br />

SAFE<br />

AFTER WORK


2 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

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THERE IS a very painful<br />

pill to swallow on the front<br />

page today: Rates could<br />

jump massively.<br />

Mayor Sam Broughton<br />

is indicating we are in<br />

for a 20 per cent or more<br />

increase when the new<br />

rating year starts in June<br />

2024. That compares to<br />

the 5.9 per cent increase<br />

set for the financial year<br />

we are now in (<strong>2023</strong>/24).<br />

Inflation, servicing<br />

money the council has<br />

borrowed, and an increase<br />

in the number of council<br />

staff are some of the<br />

factors given for rates<br />

rises.<br />

A fast-growing district<br />

like <strong>Selwyn</strong> needs facilities<br />

Racing<br />

and infrastructure to<br />

service the population,<br />

and that costs money<br />

which is found through<br />

rates and borrowing.<br />

The council’s key people<br />

will need to look at every<br />

cost cutting possibility to<br />

avoid angry ratepayers.<br />

- Barry Clarke<br />

barry@starmedia.kiwi<br />

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Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />

Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz<br />

NEWS 3<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> lifestyle attracting Aucklanders<br />

• By Nikki Preston<br />

AUCKLANDERS are on the<br />

move, coming to <strong>Selwyn</strong> in their<br />

droves for a better work-life<br />

balance.<br />

More New Zealanders moved<br />

to Canterbury than any other<br />

region for the second year in a<br />

row – 11,000 people in the year<br />

ending June <strong>2023</strong>, including<br />

3000 who moved from elsewhere<br />

in New Zealand.<br />

Of that 11,000, 31 per cent had<br />

moved to <strong>Selwyn</strong> and 12 per cent<br />

to Waimakariri, a combined 43<br />

per cent. That<br />

was almost<br />

as many as<br />

had moved to<br />

Christchurch –<br />

44 per cent.<br />

Christchurch-<br />

NZ economic<br />

Sophie<br />

Jones<br />

analyst Sophie<br />

Jones said the<br />

type of migrant<br />

varied across different parts of<br />

Canterbury, with <strong>Selwyn</strong> and<br />

Waimakariri attracting people<br />

from other parts of the country<br />

and Christchurch capturing people<br />

moving from overseas.<br />

With 11,000 Aucklanders leaving<br />

their city, Jones said it was<br />

expected a significant number<br />

had chosen <strong>Selwyn</strong> and Waimakariri<br />

to set up home.<br />

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BETTER LIFESTYLE: Aucklanders are leaving the big city behind, settling in <strong>Selwyn</strong>.<br />

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owner Brendan Shefford<br />

said they were seeing a<br />

lot of immigrants who<br />

had initially settled in<br />

Auckland now relocating<br />

to <strong>Selwyn</strong>.<br />

People have also relocated<br />

from the Hawke’s<br />

Bay, Wellington, Waikato<br />

and Taranaki, but to a<br />

much lesser extent.<br />

About 50 per cent of those<br />

moving in were from the<br />

North Island and had<br />

been transferred down<br />

for work, he said.<br />

In <strong>Selwyn</strong>, Rolleston<br />

had seen the biggest<br />

growth in out-of-towners,<br />

followed by Lincoln and<br />

Brendan Farringdon, according<br />

Shefford to figures from ChristchurchNZ.<br />

Shefford said Rolleston still offered<br />

better value for money than<br />

Auckland and even Christchurch.<br />

Those moving from Auckland<br />

could often trade their one or<br />

two-bedroom unit for a brandnew<br />

three to four-bedroom,<br />

two-bedroom freehold home in<br />

Rolleston for about $800,000.<br />

The same brand-new home<br />

would be about $900,000 in Wigram<br />

and the price crept up the<br />

closer they got to the CBD.<br />

“You get more value for<br />

money,” he said.<br />

“Instead of driving an hour<br />

and a half in Auckland each day<br />

. . . they will jump in the car,<br />

and they will be in the middle of<br />

town and parked up and in the<br />

office in 30 minutes.”<br />

People were drawn to the district<br />

because they wanted more<br />

space and it had some great new<br />

facilities such as Foster Park in<br />

Rolleston.<br />

Median rental prices had<br />

grown 9.8 per cent in Canterbury<br />

in the year ended September<br />

<strong>2023</strong> with the median rental<br />

price rising from $455 to $500<br />

per week.<br />

The shift in house prices had<br />

been less dramatic with the<br />

average house price in the three<br />

months to November showing a,<br />

3 per cent in <strong>Selwyn</strong> and 0.9 per<br />

cent in Waimakariri, according<br />

to CoreLogic’s house rice Index.<br />

– NZ Herald<br />

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<strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

4<br />

NEWS<br />

• From page 1<br />

“In <strong>Selwyn</strong>, we have prided<br />

ourselves on wanting to stay<br />

ahead of the game in local government,<br />

making sure all<br />

the infrastructure is looked<br />

after.<br />

“We have to think about how<br />

we set up a community that<br />

is good not just for those that<br />

are here now but for future<br />

generations as well, so those<br />

things have meant if we want<br />

to stay ahead of the game it will<br />

require continued investment.”<br />

If the council was to complete<br />

all of the projects currently<br />

slated in its 2024-34 Long Term<br />

Plan, it would mean about a<br />

$173 rates increase by 2034.<br />

Affecting the council’s<br />

planning is a lack of direction<br />

on what the Government is<br />

intending to do with Affordable<br />

Water Reforms, with the council<br />

running two budgets – one with<br />

water services costs and one<br />

without.<br />

“We need certainty by this<br />

side of Christmas on where<br />

water is going,” Broughton<br />

said.<br />

While the Government<br />

has not indicated its plans<br />

for funding water services, it<br />

has said the Affordable Water<br />

Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz<br />

Investment needed to<br />

‘stay ahead of the game’<br />

Reforms will be repealed.<br />

Broughton, who is also<br />

chair of Local Government<br />

New Zealand, said the current<br />

funding system for councils is<br />

‘broken’ because all it has to rely<br />

on is rates and debt.<br />

“That is the reason why many<br />

councils have got these large<br />

rates rises at the moment,” he<br />

said.<br />

Broughton said funding is<br />

LGNZ’s top priority.<br />

Helping the council in its<br />

planning was a rise in its debt<br />

borrowing caps from 160 per<br />

cent above income to 220 per<br />

cent above income, giving the<br />

council more flexibility in the<br />

amount of debt it carries.<br />

In the 2022/23 financial<br />

year, the council was carrying<br />

$<strong>13</strong>9.289 million in debt.<br />

Also to be discussed as part of<br />

the LTP process is the council’s<br />

investment strategy and whether<br />

it will want to sell or acquire any<br />

assets. Currently, the council<br />

owns $<strong>13</strong>2.224 million of shares<br />

in different companies, the<br />

largest being $106.5 million in<br />

Orion.<br />

The council will start public<br />

consultation on the LTP in<br />

April.<br />

How council<br />

The council returned<br />

a $34 million surplus<br />

for the financial year<br />

ending June 30, down<br />

from $65.2 million from<br />

the previous financial<br />

year. Daniel Alvey looks<br />

at what the council<br />

spent its money on<br />

IN THE last financial year, the<br />

council collected $85.3 million<br />

in rates which went towards<br />

repairing 8096 potholes,<br />

collecting 12,000 tonnes of<br />

rubbish, 5100 tonnes of recycling<br />

and 8800 tonnes of organics,<br />

supplying 8.89 million cubic<br />

metres of water to households<br />

and treating 4.12 million cubic<br />

metres of wastewater.<br />

The council’s key projects<br />

completed included upgrades<br />

to Rolleston town centre, the<br />

Darfield pool, ReDiscover Hub<br />

at Pines Resource Recovery Park<br />

in Burnham, and the opening of<br />

Kakaha Park in Prebbleton.<br />

Despite the $34 million<br />

surplus, residents will not see<br />

a decrease in rates with funds<br />

being used for future investment.<br />

Of the surplus, $9.6 million came<br />

from development.<br />

The council charges<br />

development contributions to<br />

ensure developers pay a fair<br />

share of the cost of providing<br />

additional infrastructure to<br />

service growth demands.<br />

FINISH: The<br />

completion of<br />

stage one of<br />

Kakaha Park<br />

in Prebbleton<br />

was one of<br />

the projects<br />

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Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />

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NEWS 5<br />

spends to keep the district going<br />

“Population growth in<br />

the district exceeded budget<br />

expectations leading to a<br />

continued fast-paced housing<br />

development sector,” council<br />

executive director for enabling<br />

services Tim Harris said in the<br />

annual report.<br />

The council’s core operating<br />

expenditure for the year was<br />

$165.9 million – $16.6 million<br />

over the budget.<br />

The overspend was attributed<br />

to a range of things including<br />

extra road maintenance costs due<br />

to flooding, consulting fees, and<br />

revaluing of assets.<br />

Mayor Sam Broughton received<br />

a salary of $144,347, deputy<br />

mayor Malcolm Lyall received<br />

$61,647 and councillors received<br />

$51,374.<br />

The council also bought a new<br />

mayoral car, a Kia Ev6 Air Long<br />

Range for $68,511.<br />

Chief executive David Ward,<br />

who retired on June 30, was paid<br />

$435,847 compared to $364,859<br />

in the 2021/22 financial year.<br />

All remunerations, including<br />

the car, were approved by the<br />

Remuneration Authority.<br />

The number of people employed<br />

by the council increased<br />

from 509 to 586.<br />

The council’s core revenue for<br />

the year was $198.7 million, $25.5<br />

million higher than the predicted<br />

PROJECTS: The ReDiscover Hub at the Pines Resource<br />

Recovery Park, Burnham was one of the projects the<br />

council completed over the 2022/23 financial year.<br />

$173.2 million.<br />

The council spent $17.019 million<br />

on operating costs for the<br />

transport network and $24.63<br />

million on capital expenditure<br />

projects upgrading the network.<br />

The council maintained more<br />

than 3000km of roads, footpaths,<br />

and cycleways, 2487km of<br />

bridges, and 8,856 streetlights.<br />

The council completed<br />

12,541km of grading on unsealed<br />

roads, 72km of sealed and<br />

unsealed road renewals, 3300m<br />

of footpath renewals, 350m of<br />

kerb and channel renewals, 1<strong>13</strong>m<br />

of culvert renewals, 2623m of<br />

footpath extensions and 3504m<br />

of shared path construction.<br />

The council failed to meet its<br />

resealing target of 75km, only<br />

resealing 23.66km.<br />

The report said: “An increased<br />

focus on maintenance was required<br />

and this, together with the<br />

increasing costs of resurfacing,<br />

meant only a small amount of<br />

resealing was completed.”<br />

The council spent $35.331<br />

million on operating costs for its<br />

community facilities, including<br />

parks, community centres, sports<br />

centres, swimming pools and<br />

libraries, and $15.249 million<br />

on capital expenditure projects,<br />

upgrading and building new<br />

facilities.<br />

The council provided and<br />

maintained 591 reserves and<br />

playgrounds, and 748ha of recreation<br />

reserves.<br />

It recorded 460,865 admissions<br />

at <strong>Selwyn</strong> Aquatic Centre in the<br />

last financial year, with 21,532<br />

people attending council events,<br />

and 80,340 attendees at fitness<br />

programmes.<br />

During the financial year, 2688<br />

building consents were issued<br />

and 706 resource consent applications<br />

were processed.<br />

Of those consents, 77 per cent<br />

of resource consents were issued<br />

on time and 60 per cent of building<br />

consents were issued on time.<br />

In the past financial year residents<br />

have reduced the amount<br />

of rubbish going to landfill,<br />

achieving a 11 per cent reduction<br />

in total waste to landfill per<br />

capita and achieved a 30 per cent<br />

reduction in contamination of<br />

kerbside recycling. The council<br />

spent $14.143 million on operating<br />

costs for waste management.<br />

Eighty per cent of residential<br />

properties in <strong>Selwyn</strong> are serviced<br />

with water and 67 per cent of<br />

residential properties are serviced<br />

by the council’s wastewater<br />

systems.<br />

The council spent $12.0<strong>13</strong><br />

million on operating costs for<br />

water and wastewater, and<br />

$10.465 million on capital<br />

expenditure projects upgrading<br />

the network.<br />

“Residents tend to be high users<br />

of water, using an average of<br />

0.367m 3 of water per person a day<br />

in the 2022/23 year,” the report<br />

said.<br />

“This can be attributed to<br />

mostly outdoor use; residents<br />

tend to have larger sections and<br />

therefore wish to maintain these<br />

sections – with comparatively<br />

low rainfall free-draining soils,<br />

water use has historically been<br />

high.”<br />

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Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />

• By Daniel Alvey<br />

WEST MELTON residents are<br />

battling another bid by the New<br />

Zealand Defence Force to place<br />

covenants on their properties.<br />

The NZDF, which operates<br />

the West Melton Rifle Range,<br />

is appealing to the Environment<br />

Court to have a ‘no noise<br />

complaints’ covenant placed<br />

on properties in a 1.5km radius<br />

around the range, something it<br />

has been trying to achieve for<br />

several years.<br />

Placing this covenant – a<br />

restriction that governs how a<br />

landowner can use their land –<br />

means residents would not be<br />

able to complain if they believed<br />

there was too much noise coming<br />

from the rifle range.<br />

As part of the District Plan<br />

review the NZDF attempted to<br />

have the covenant added, but<br />

was knocked back by the hearings<br />

panel, leading to its appeal.<br />

Opposing the appeal are Rein<br />

the Range, a group of nearly 300<br />

residents led by Jerry Larason,<br />

and individual residents Letesha<br />

and Bryan Dempster and Alan<br />

Roberts.<br />

All are opposing the appeal<br />

because of the effects a covenant<br />

will have on their properties.<br />

Said Larason: “Putting a no<br />

noise covenant on landowner’s<br />

Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz<br />

Residents continue to battle NZDF<br />

property titles will cause those<br />

properties to be devalued significantly<br />

and (make them) harder<br />

to sell.”<br />

Larason said residents are currently<br />

happy with the status quo<br />

following an agreement made<br />

with the NZDF in 2009 after a<br />

blast wave damaged properties<br />

and distressed animals.<br />

The agreement was made<br />

with Rein in the Range and<br />

then-commander of Burnham<br />

Military Camp and range<br />

Colonel Phil McKee. The arrangement,<br />

which was called the<br />

“good neighbour policy”, meant<br />

residents were notified of range<br />

activities.<br />

NZDF director of environmental<br />

services Rob Owen said<br />

the increased residential development<br />

may limit the amount of<br />

activity on the range.<br />

“Increasing residential development<br />

in the vicinity of the<br />

training area will inevitably lead<br />

to increasing pressure to limit or<br />

cease training activities,” Owen<br />

said.<br />

Larason said the name ‘rifle<br />

range’ is no longer applicable<br />

as it caters to a wide range of<br />

defence force activities.<br />

“It needs to be called the West<br />

Melton rifle, explosive, and<br />

mortar range,” Larason said.<br />

Owen agreed that much more<br />

gets done on the range.<br />

“Although the site is<br />

OPPOSING:<br />

Residents are<br />

fighting an<br />

appeal to the<br />

Environment<br />

Court by the New<br />

Zealand Defence<br />

Force to have a<br />

no-complaints<br />

covenant on their<br />

properties.<br />

commonly referred to as a<br />

‘rifle range’ it holds a ‘defence<br />

purposes’ designation issued<br />

by the Minister of Defence,<br />

meaning it is a training area<br />

which caters for a wide variety<br />

of military training activities,”<br />

he said.<br />

A date is yet to be set for any<br />

Environment Court mediation<br />

or hearing.<br />

This is not the first fight<br />

Larason has fought. In 20<strong>13</strong> he<br />

went on a hunger strike that<br />

lasted less than a day to settle a<br />

dispute with his insurers AIG<br />

and dressed as a prisoner in 2017<br />

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ONE HOSPITALISED<br />

AFTER LINCOLN CRASH<br />

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Lincoln Volunteer Fire Brigade<br />

senior station officer Kyle Steans<br />

said the occupants of both cars<br />

were lucky. “Both cars were<br />

modern which helped,” he said.<br />

TOXIC ALGAE FOUND IN<br />

SELWYN RIVER<br />

A health warning has been<br />

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8<br />

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Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />

NEWS 11<br />

• By Daniel Alvey<br />

RESIDENTS SAY Prebbleton will have a<br />

‘peninsula’ if a sub-division gets the goahead<br />

in the Environment Court.<br />

Birchs Village Ltd is appealing to the<br />

Environment Court for its 37 ha, 400<br />

home subdivision on Birchs Rd to be allowed.<br />

The plan was rejected in a private plan<br />

change (PC79), and the District Plan<br />

review, due to the land being highly productive<br />

and Prebbleton not needing any<br />

more capacity.<br />

For the subdivision to be<br />

built the land will need to<br />

be rezoned from rural to<br />

residential.<br />

Opposing the appeal<br />

are Birchs Rd residents<br />

John and Susan Sheaf, and<br />

John Sheaf<br />

Thomas and Helen Fraser.<br />

“The land is not connected<br />

to the Prebbleton village. If the<br />

land was developed to housing it would<br />

REZONING:<br />

Birchs<br />

Village Ltd<br />

is appealing<br />

to the<br />

Environment<br />

Court to have<br />

37ha of rural<br />

land near<br />

Prebbleton<br />

rezoned to<br />

residential.<br />

Prebbleton rezoning<br />

opposed by residents<br />

create a peninsula to Prebbleton village,”<br />

the Sheafs said in their letter to the Environment<br />

Court.<br />

“The plan change hearing PC79 clearly<br />

concluded that there is sufficient section<br />

available within Prebbleton for at least the<br />

next 20 years.<br />

“Infrastructure, transport and wastewater<br />

are already at capacity in Prebbleton.”<br />

The Frasers echoed similar comments<br />

in their letter to the court.<br />

Birchs Village argues the site is strategically<br />

located across the road from Kakaha<br />

Park and it would bring the new reserve<br />

into the township.<br />

“Providing land for future residential<br />

use increases housing resources leading<br />

to an expanded social and economic<br />

base for the strategically located rural<br />

township. Servicing connections<br />

currently exist north along Birchs<br />

Road allowing for extension to existing<br />

infrastructure and services,” a Birchs<br />

Village spokesperson said in its appeal to<br />

the Environment Court.<br />

TAI TAPU Tennis Club has resurfaced all four of its courts. The<br />

project cost about $57,000, funded by the council, Kiwi Gaming<br />

and Pub Charity, and the club’s fundraising. Also getting an<br />

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to be resurfaced by Christmas.<br />

“The courts are now looking amazing and we would like to think<br />

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Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />

Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz<br />

LETTERS <strong>13</strong><br />

Mana whenua reps ‘best practice’<br />

I WOULD LIKE to reassure<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> residents that the<br />

presence of a Taumutu Rūnanga<br />

representative at the council<br />

table is not something I have any<br />

issue with, and my colleagues<br />

and I benefit from their presence.<br />

Mr Wade (<strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong>,<br />

<strong>December</strong> 6) fears an appointed<br />

member might not be accountable<br />

or responsible; they most<br />

certainly are, and those who do<br />

not perform their duties can be<br />

removed or replaced at any time,<br />

not just once every three years.<br />

This applies to any appointee,<br />

whether they are a rūnanga<br />

representative, a member of the<br />

audit and risk committee, or an<br />

RMA commissioner.<br />

To Mr McKim and Mr Evans:<br />

An advisor cannot participate<br />

in discussion in the same way<br />

as a committee member, and<br />

all appointments are based on<br />

qualifications and experience –<br />

not just ethnicity. That means<br />

they often seek more precise<br />

answers and contribute specific<br />

insight to debates, particularly<br />

in their respective areas of<br />

expertise.<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong>’s elected representatives<br />

do a great job for our residents,<br />

however appointees help<br />

us to be better and do better as<br />

a collective. Failing to support<br />

such roles – which are best practice<br />

across New Zealand – would<br />

be both backward and insular.<br />

-Sophie McInnes, district<br />

councillor, Rolleston<br />

Ian Evans states “our whole<br />

country was established on a<br />

democracy that was fair and free<br />

for all who wished to take part”.<br />

Our whole country is in fact established<br />

on Te Tiriti o Waitangi,<br />

which is a partnership between<br />

two sets of people – tangata<br />

whenua and tangata tiriti.<br />

It is the foundation for all<br />

democracy, which includes<br />

elections and traditional<br />

methods of consensus<br />

communication and decision<br />

making. Mana whenua are not<br />

token puppets – as our local<br />

hapū, Taumutu is entitled to<br />

be consulted, heard and have<br />

a direct role in contributing to<br />

decision making. If we do not<br />

honour the treaty, we leave the<br />

door open for anyone with more<br />

money and power to come here<br />

and take over our country.<br />

-Stephanie Pearce, Darfield<br />

Library security<br />

As a regular user and a<br />

ratepayer of the Rolleston<br />

Library, I would appreciate<br />

knowing why it is necessary to<br />

have a security heavy stationed<br />

inside the library at 10am on a<br />

Monday morning? Intimidating<br />

and unsettling. Does not<br />

contribute to a nice atmosphere<br />

at all.<br />

-Claire Struthers, Prebbleton<br />

Council community services<br />

and facilities manager Denise<br />

Kidd responds: We introduced<br />

security staff for the whole town<br />

centre area in June while we investigated<br />

an altercation between<br />

two members of the public. The<br />

security was arranged through<br />

the council’s contracted security<br />

provider and continued during<br />

a period when we had lower staff<br />

numbers at Te Ara Ᾱtea. We are<br />

regularly reviewing this service.<br />

Te Ara Ātea is a busy and<br />

vibrant hub that is enjoyed by<br />

hundreds of people every day<br />

and we are proud of the work our<br />

team does to create a positive atmosphere<br />

and welcome everyone<br />

who visits.<br />

Lincoln business<br />

park plan<br />

I am a Barton Fields<br />

landowner and resident.<br />

Mr Townsend asks (<strong>Selwyn</strong><br />

<strong>Times</strong>, <strong>December</strong> 6): “Did<br />

Barton Fields new residents<br />

really expect that rural land to<br />

the west would stay that way<br />

forever?” Yes, that’s precisely<br />

the SDC designation in the land<br />

use plan upon which people<br />

based and continue to base their<br />

purchasing decisions.<br />

I’m not against development<br />

DEVELOPMENT: The boundary between Barton Fields and<br />

the proposed business park will have a greenspace and<br />

shared pathway.<br />

PHOTO: DANIEL ALVEY<br />

nor Mr Townsend (and his<br />

group). However, there is clearly<br />

the perception that this request<br />

for a change in zone designation<br />

has not been done with full<br />

transparency.<br />

The opinion that Lincoln<br />

needs commercial zoning is<br />

without any evidence to back up<br />

this assertion.<br />

Given how storage companies,<br />

fencing companies and small<br />

warehouses operate, the number<br />

of jobs created will be small.<br />

The argument the rezoning is<br />

viable because businesses will<br />

come because of ‘visibility’, when<br />

the frontage along Springs Rd is<br />

the shortest of all sides, is plainly<br />

illogical.<br />

-Neil Bleasdale (abridged),<br />

Barton Fields<br />

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selwyn.govt.nz/summerinselwyn<br />

Events<br />

See pages 20–31<br />

for details.


14 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

Tricks N Twists<br />

Marble Track<br />

Usually $129.99<br />

$<br />

109 99 ea<br />

15%<br />

OFF<br />

Blue Ukulele<br />

Usually $69.99<br />

SAVE $50<br />

RV Camper Set<br />

Usually $499.99<br />

$<br />

449 99 ea<br />

Regular Outfit -<br />

Wish Come True<br />

Usually $39.99<br />

Wingman Frisbee<br />

Usually $12.99<br />

$<br />

9 99 ea<br />

Flyer Assorted<br />

Usually $14.99<br />

$<br />

12 99 ea<br />

$<br />

59 99 ea<br />

$<br />

34 99 ea<br />

18” Regular<br />

Doll Eliana<br />

or Lisa<br />

$<br />

69 99 ea<br />

Park and Go<br />

Garage<br />

Usually $<strong>13</strong>9.99<br />

$<br />

119 99 ea<br />

2-In-1 Kitchen & Grill Set<br />

Usually $79.99<br />

$<br />

69 99 ea<br />

Electronic Kitchen<br />

Island Set<br />

Usually $199.99<br />

$<br />

179 99 ea<br />

Moon Ball<br />

Assorted<br />

Usually $11.99<br />

$<br />

9 99 ea<br />

Countryside<br />

Train Bucket<br />

Set<br />

Usually $99.99<br />

$<br />

79 99 ea<br />

20%<br />

OFF<br />

SAVE<br />

$20<br />

Horse 20”<br />

Trail Riding<br />

$ 109 99 ea<br />

Moon<br />

Gradient Ball<br />

Usually $11.99<br />

$<br />

9 99 ea<br />

Catch A<br />

Bubble<br />

Usually $12.99<br />

$<br />

10 39 ea<br />

Steam Kids XL<br />

Assorted Kits<br />

Usually $49.99<br />

$<br />

39 99 ea<br />

Sohi<br />

Orbit Ball<br />

Assorted<br />

Usually $12.99<br />

Hyper<br />

Strike Bow<br />

Usually $99.99<br />

20%<br />

OFF<br />

20%<br />

OFF<br />

$<br />

9 99 ea<br />

SAVE $10<br />

Spicebox<br />

Paper Planes<br />

Usually $24.99<br />

$<br />

79 99 ea<br />

$<br />

14 99 ea<br />

20%<br />

OFF<br />

Kidz Labs Wind Power<br />

Racer or Space Air Engine<br />

Usually $39.99<br />

$<br />

31 99 ea<br />

20%<br />

OFF<br />

NEW<br />

Axetreme<br />

Usually $24.99<br />

$<br />

14 99 ea


Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 15<br />

Mario Kart<br />

Mini Mario<br />

Usually $69.99<br />

$<br />

59 99 ea<br />

RC Lime<br />

Buggy<br />

Usually $89.99<br />

$<br />

79 99 ea<br />

saVe<br />

$10<br />

Paw Patrol On<br />

The Double or<br />

Disney Cars<br />

Race Of Friends<br />

Slot Car Set<br />

Usually $99.99<br />

$<br />

79 99 ea<br />

20%<br />

oFF<br />

1:18 RC Gear<br />

Monster<br />

Usually $119.99<br />

$<br />

94 99 ea<br />

saVe<br />

$25<br />

1:16<br />

Drift<br />

Car<br />

Usually<br />

$149.99<br />

$<br />

119 99 ea<br />

saVe $25<br />

Hell Rider<br />

Usually $119.99<br />

$<br />

94 99 ea<br />

20%<br />

oFF<br />

Set Dtm Power Lap or<br />

Super Rally Slot Car Set<br />

Usually $199.99<br />

$<br />

179 99 ea<br />

saVe<br />

$20<br />

RC Speed<br />

Phantom 2<br />

Usually $169.99<br />

RC Ford F-150<br />

Raptor White<br />

Usually $249.99<br />

$<br />

199 99 ea<br />

$<br />

149 99 ea<br />

saVe<br />

$20<br />

20%<br />

oFF<br />

Crazy Flippy<br />

Assorted<br />

Usually $14.99<br />

$<br />

12 99 ea<br />

Lego Luggage<br />

Usually $149.99<br />

$<br />

119 99 ea<br />

20% oFF<br />

Water Blaster<br />

Usually $14.99<br />

$<br />

11 99 ea<br />

Volvo Micro<br />

Builder Truck<br />

Usually $19.99<br />

$<br />

15 99 ea<br />

33%<br />

oFF<br />

City Cleaner<br />

Usually $22.99<br />

$<br />

19 99 ea<br />

Porsche Experience Centre or Volvo<br />

Construction Playset Usually $109.99<br />

Pump Trick<br />

Blaster<br />

Usually $29.99<br />

$<br />

19 99 ea<br />

$<br />

89 99 ea<br />

Midnight Racer<br />

Usually $27.99<br />

$<br />

22 99 ea<br />

saVe<br />

$20<br />

Double<br />

Blaster<br />

Usually $24.99<br />

$<br />

19 99 ea<br />

20%<br />

oFF<br />

Christmas Late Night hours For our ChristChurCh stores<br />

Wednesday<br />

<strong>13</strong> Dec<br />

Thursday<br />

14 Dec<br />

Friday<br />

15 Dec<br />

Saturday<br />

16 Dec<br />

Sunday<br />

17 Dec<br />

Monday<br />

18 Dec<br />

Tuesday<br />

19 Dec<br />

Wednesday<br />

20 Dec<br />

Thursday<br />

21 Dec<br />

Thursday<br />

22 Dec<br />

8 pm 9 pm 8 pm 6 pm 6 pm 9 pm 9 pm 10 pm 10 pm 10 pm 9 pm 6 pm<br />

Friday<br />

23 Dec<br />

Saturday<br />

24 Dec


16 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

Baby Sea<br />

friends Series<br />

Blind Bag<br />

Usually $11.99<br />

Hedgehog or<br />

rabbit Baby<br />

Usually $12.99<br />

$<br />

9 99 ea<br />

Persian cat<br />

or reindeer<br />

twins<br />

Usually $19.99<br />

20% OFF<br />

chocolate<br />

rabbit<br />

twin Set<br />

Usually $34.99<br />

Hedgehog<br />

family<br />

Usually $49.99<br />

$<br />

39 99 ea<br />

$<br />

9 99 ea<br />

$<br />

15 99 ea<br />

$<br />

29 99 ea<br />

Nursery Baby<br />

windmill Park<br />

Usually $54.99<br />

$ 44 99 ea<br />

red roof<br />

country cottage<br />

Usually $79.99<br />

$<br />

63 99 ea<br />

family<br />

Picnic van<br />

Usually $79.99<br />

20%<br />

OFF<br />

wisteria terrace<br />

Usually $229.99<br />

$<br />

179 99 ea<br />

$<br />

63 99 ea<br />

Baby castle<br />

Nursery<br />

Usually $179.99<br />

SAVE<br />

$50<br />

celebration<br />

windmill<br />

Usually $229.99<br />

$<br />

149 99 ea<br />

large House with<br />

carport gift Set<br />

Usually $299.99<br />

$<br />

149 99 ea<br />

SAVE<br />

$100<br />

$<br />

199 99 ea<br />

red roof<br />

country<br />

Home<br />

Usually<br />

$299.99<br />

$<br />

249 99 ea<br />

Boules<br />

Usually $39.99<br />

$<br />

23 99 ea<br />

crazy golf<br />

Usually $99.99<br />

40%<br />

OFF<br />

$<br />

59 99 ea<br />

ring toss<br />

Usually $44.99<br />

40%<br />

OFF<br />

$<br />

26 99 ea<br />

cricket Set<br />

Usually $64.99<br />

$<br />

38 99 ea<br />

40%<br />

OFF<br />

giant<br />

toppling<br />

tower<br />

Usually $99.99<br />

croquet<br />

Usually $99.99<br />

$<br />

59 99 ea<br />

40%<br />

OFF<br />

40%<br />

OFF<br />

escape from<br />

the Space<br />

Station or<br />

Museum<br />

$<br />

11 99 ea<br />

rat-a-tat<br />

cat card<br />

game<br />

20%<br />

OFF<br />

$<br />

24 99 ea<br />

Snakes &<br />

ladders<br />

Usually $24.99<br />

$<br />

19 99 ea<br />

Slamwich<br />

card game<br />

$<br />

24 99 ea<br />

Sushi go! card game<br />

$<br />

29 99 ea<br />

$<br />

59 99 ea<br />

Skittles<br />

Usually $79.99<br />

$<br />

47 99 ea<br />

40%<br />

OFF 40%<br />

OFF<br />

20%<br />

OFF<br />

Backgammon<br />

or chess<br />

Usually $29.99<br />

$<br />

23 99 ea<br />

Stuck for a gift idea?<br />

give a toyworld gift card!


Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 17<br />

20% OFF<br />

selected games<br />

ONlY<br />

ONlY<br />

$11 99<br />

$14 99<br />

USUALLY<br />

ONlY<br />

$15 99<br />

ONlY<br />

$23 99<br />

USUALLY<br />

$19 99<br />

USUALLY<br />

$24 99<br />

USUALLY<br />

$29 99<br />

30%<br />

OFF<br />

$19 99 30%<br />

OFF<br />

25%<br />

OFF<br />

Volta 5009 Ride On<br />

Viper<br />

Usually $499.99<br />

$<br />

349 99 ea<br />

Volta 5066 Ride On<br />

Dragon<br />

Usually $499.99<br />

$<br />

349 99 ea<br />

Volta 5088 Ride On<br />

Commando<br />

Usually $599.99<br />

$<br />

449 99 ea<br />

christmas late Night hOurs FOr Our christchurch stOres<br />

Wednesday<br />

<strong>13</strong> Dec<br />

Thursday<br />

14 Dec<br />

Friday<br />

15 Dec<br />

Saturday<br />

16 Dec<br />

Sunday<br />

17 Dec<br />

Monday<br />

18 Dec<br />

Tuesday<br />

19 Dec<br />

Wednesday<br />

20 Dec<br />

Thursday<br />

21 Dec<br />

Thursday<br />

22 Dec<br />

8 pm 9 pm 8 pm 6 pm 6 pm 9 pm 9 pm 10 pm 10 pm 10 pm 9 pm 6 pm<br />

Friday<br />

23 Dec<br />

Saturday<br />

24 Dec


18 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

41749 Newsroom Van<br />

Usually $62.99<br />

$<br />

52 99 ea<br />

SAVE<br />

$10<br />

41746 Horse Training<br />

Usually $62.99<br />

$<br />

54 99 ea<br />

41743 Hair Salon<br />

Usually $79.99<br />

$<br />

69 99 ea<br />

10%<br />

OFF<br />

75358 Tenoo Jedi Temple<br />

Usually $74.99<br />

$<br />

63 99 ea<br />

15%<br />

OFF<br />

76412 Hufflepuff<br />

House Banner<br />

Usually $59.99<br />

$<br />

54 99 ea<br />

76257<br />

Wolverine<br />

Construction<br />

or 76259<br />

Batman<br />

Construction<br />

Figure<br />

Usually $62.99<br />

$<br />

53 54<br />

ea<br />

15%<br />

OFF<br />

76251 Star-Lords Helmet<br />

Usually $<strong>13</strong>9.99<br />

$<br />

125 99 ea<br />

10%<br />

OFF<br />

10%<br />

OFF<br />

43221 100<br />

Years Of<br />

Disney<br />

Animation<br />

Icons<br />

Usually<br />

$99.99<br />

$<br />

89 99 ea<br />

SAVE<br />

$20<br />

76961 Visitor Center Trex<br />

And Raptor Attack<br />

Usually $219.99<br />

$<br />

197 99 ea<br />

10%<br />

OFF<br />

76414<br />

Expecto<br />

Patronum<br />

Usually $129.99<br />

SAVE<br />

$10<br />

75353 Endor<br />

Speeder<br />

Chase<br />

Diorama<br />

Usually $<strong>13</strong>9.99<br />

$<br />

119 99 ea<br />

$<br />

119 99 ea<br />

NEW<br />

Gelato Bears<br />

$<br />

44 99 ea<br />

20%<br />

OFF<br />

Lots to<br />

choose<br />

from<br />

EcoSplat Reusable<br />

Water Balloons<br />

Endless water fights with no<br />

rubbish to pick up! Instant filling! No<br />

magnets! Multiple splats from each<br />

filling maximises the fun!<br />

Usually<br />

$26.99<br />

$<br />

22 99 ea<br />

15%<br />

OFF<br />

Lin Lin Panda<br />

Usually $79.99<br />

Pet Bags<br />

Usually $39.99<br />

$<br />

39 99 ea<br />

50%<br />

OFF<br />

$<br />

19 99 ea<br />

50%<br />

OFF<br />

54˝ Plush<br />

Snake<br />

Usually $24.99<br />

Rubber<br />

Ducks<br />

Usually $11.99<br />

Lots to<br />

choose<br />

from<br />

$<br />

19 99 ea<br />

25% OFF<br />

$<br />

8 99 ea<br />

Christmas<br />

Pop-up store<br />

Northwood Supa Centre<br />

Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun<br />

9.30am – 5.00pm<br />

Late night Thur and Fri<br />

9.00am – 8.00pm<br />

50% off Small feet<br />

50% Gibsons puzzles<br />

50% off Stanley<br />

40% off CAT vehicles<br />

Plus loads more deals<br />

TOWER JUNCTION<br />

NZ’s Biggest TOYWORLD<br />

Clarence St, Riccarton, Ph 03 343 0330<br />

MARSHLAND<br />

199 Marshland Rd,<br />

Ph 03 982 8697<br />

HORNBY<br />

Chalmers St,<br />

Ph 03 281 8127<br />

Santa’s Biggest Toy Guide Sale: Valid until 24th <strong>December</strong> <strong>2023</strong> whilst stocks last.


Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 19<br />

for<br />

THURSDAY 14TH To<br />

SUnDAY 17TH<br />

DECEMBER <strong>2023</strong><br />

%<br />

15off<br />

all<br />

%<br />

15off<br />

all<br />

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15off<br />

all<br />

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all<br />

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PUZZlES<br />

%<br />

20off<br />

all<br />

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20off<br />

all<br />

%<br />

20off<br />

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(EXClUDES lEGo)<br />

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all<br />

DollS & PlaYSETS<br />

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20off<br />

all<br />

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VEHIClES & PlaYSETS<br />

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ToWER JUnCTIon<br />

nZ’s Biggest ToYWoRLD<br />

Clarence St, Riccarton, Ph 03 343 0330<br />

MARSHLAnD<br />

199 Marshland Rd,<br />

Ph 03 982 8697<br />

HoRnBY<br />

Chalmers St,<br />

Ph 03 281 8127<br />

Santa’s Biggest Toy Guide Sale: Valid until 24th <strong>December</strong> <strong>2023</strong> whilst stocks last.<br />

Stock up for Christmas Big Brand Sale: Thursday 14th to Sunday 17th <strong>December</strong> <strong>2023</strong> whilst stocks last.


20 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL<br />

FINAL NOTICE<br />

LEESTON 84 Leeston Dunsandel Road<br />

Deceased Estate - Starter Lifestyle Block<br />

This charming property offers a peaceful sanctuary, tucked away at<br />

the rear of an attractive drive-in. With 1.6 hectares of land, it provides<br />

ample space and privacy. And it’s just a stone’s throw away from the<br />

growing popular town of Leeston and the local primary school.<br />

Step inside and be greeted by a spacious and modern kitchen/dining<br />

enhanced by the large sunny lounge perfect for entertaining friends.<br />

The house also boasts 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom plus a separate<br />

shower providing plenty of room for the whole family.<br />

The double internal access garage completes the picture.<br />

Additionally, the property comes with a generous 100m2 open barn,<br />

ideal for storing vehicles, equipment, or indulging in your favourite<br />

hobbies.<br />

Externally, the house benefits from being well-sheltered, enhancing<br />

its tranquillity. Whether you’re relaxing on the patio or exploring the<br />

expansive grounds, you’ll be surrounded by nature’s beauty.<br />

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to secure your own<br />

slice of paradise. Call now to secure s viewing and make this starter<br />

lifestyle property your reality.<br />

AUCTION GST Inclusive<br />

4.00pm, Thursday 14 <strong>December</strong> On Site<br />

VIEW By Appointment Only<br />

Ron Ferguson<br />

M 027 498 6256<br />

E ron.ferguson@pggwrightson.co.nz<br />

pggwre.co.nz/LCN38737<br />

We want you!<br />

DARFIELD 11-<strong>13</strong> North Terrace<br />

Potential Plus on North Terrace<br />

If you are looking for a property with upside potential<br />

and endless possibilities, then look no further! This<br />

spacious eight-bedroom house on a 3030sqm section<br />

(more or less) on two titles, has plenty of options.<br />

The house sits in the middle of two adjoining titles,<br />

giving an oversized, sheltered, and largely blank<br />

canvas backyard. There is plenty of room for a tennis<br />

court, swimming pool, and much more! With a little<br />

vision and creativity, you can transform this property<br />

into a stunning and comfortable place to live, work, or<br />

both. So many possibilities, viewing is a must!<br />

pggwre.co.nz/DAR38489<br />

ENQUIRIES OVER $729,000 GST<br />

Inclusive<br />

VIEW By Appointment Only<br />

Jannetta Thomas<br />

M 021 256 6295<br />

E jannetta.thomas@pggwrightson.co.nz<br />

Dan van der Salm<br />

M 021 918 233<br />

E dan.vandersalm@pggwrightson.co.nz<br />

Recruiting now for residential<br />

and lifestyle consultants.<br />

Are you looking for a new direction and want<br />

to be part of a successful team supported by<br />

a nationwide network?<br />

Contact Linda Fogarty today to find out<br />

the benefits of working with us!<br />

Linda Fogarty<br />

Business Development Manager – Lifestyle & Residential<br />

M 027 294 4818 E Linda.Fogarty@pggwrightson.co.nz<br />

LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL<br />

PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008<br />

6/19 Gerald Street, LINCOLN<br />

42 South Terrace, DARFIELD<br />

Phone: 03 341 4301 | Email: christchurch@pggwre.co.nz<br />

Helping grow the country<br />

For more great listings, visit www.pggwre.co.nz<br />

PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under the REAA 2008<br />

Helping grow the country


Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />

Lincoln athlete claims<br />

national junior record<br />

SPORT/RACING 21<br />

ON THE<br />

MARK:<br />

Mark Purdon<br />

driving his star<br />

trotter Oscar<br />

Bonavena<br />

to victory.<br />

PHOTO:<br />

HRNZ<br />

WINNER: Lincoln High student Alysa Brown with her gold<br />

medal in the junior girls 2000m walk, alongside Yandri<br />

Fourie (left, Epsom Girls’ Grammar) and Alyssa Velluppillai<br />

(Nelson College for Girls). PHOTO: SELWYN ATHLETICS<br />

• By Sam Coughlan<br />

A LINCOLN High School<br />

student has shattered a national<br />

record at the New Zealand<br />

secondary schools track<br />

and field championships in<br />

Christchurch.<br />

Year 9 student Alysa Brown<br />

stormed to victory in the junior<br />

girls 2000m race walk, winning<br />

with a time of 10mins <strong>13</strong>secs<br />

– well clear of the previous<br />

New Zealand record of 11mins<br />

27secs.<br />

Lincoln High Sports coordinator<br />

Karen Urbahn said it’s<br />

very exciting for Alysa and the<br />

school.<br />

“She’s been training for it, and<br />

it’s amazing to have a young<br />

wāhine win such a special record,”<br />

Urbahn said.<br />

She believes it’s all down to<br />

the effort put in by Brown, who<br />

also competes and trains with<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> Athletics Club.<br />

“She’s been training six days<br />

a week I think, and she does<br />

different activities than walking,<br />

like crossfit.”<br />

Alysa beat former record<br />

holder Yandri Fourie, who set<br />

the mark at the same competition<br />

last year. Yandri beat her<br />

previous record as well, but it<br />

wasn’t enough to stop Alysa<br />

from taking gold.<br />

Urbahn says Alysa is aiming<br />

for a repeat next year.<br />

“I’ve already spoken to her<br />

and she’s definitely going for<br />

nationals again next year.<br />

It’s very exciting.”<br />

Alysa’s medal was the only<br />

one won by Lincoln High at the<br />

championships, with its next<br />

best result being Eleanor Bisley,<br />

claiming 10th place in the<br />

junior girls 2000m steeplechase.<br />

Purdon pulls<br />

the ‘right’ rein<br />

• By Jonny Turner<br />

PULLING THE left rein proved<br />

to be a case of pulling the<br />

right rein for Mark Purdon in<br />

the Group One New Zealand<br />

Trotting Free-For-All at<br />

Addington on Grand Prix Day.<br />

Purdon left punters gasping<br />

with a lap to go in New Zealand’s<br />

biggest trotting sprint when he<br />

elected to stay three back on the<br />

markers with the red-hot favourite<br />

Oscar Bonavena.<br />

But those same punters were<br />

left counting their cash when<br />

Purdon shot his star trotter along<br />

the inner to claim his second big<br />

Group One title in three weeks.<br />

Though he looked as cool and<br />

calm as ever when doing so,<br />

Purdon admitted he thought he<br />

might have made a right hash of<br />

things when electing to stay on<br />

the markers.<br />

“I was thinking about what to<br />

do, and as soon as I decided to<br />

stay on the markers, Love N The<br />

Port came around,” Purdon said.<br />

“So, then I thought I had made<br />

the wrong move. But I thought<br />

if I sat parked, he would end up<br />

doing too much work.<br />

“His best attribute is his speed,<br />

and I drove him that way.”<br />

Winning came after a more few<br />

nervous moments for Purdon as<br />

he angled Oscar Bonavena into<br />

the passing lane.<br />

The trainer-driver admitted<br />

there were only millimetres<br />

between victory and an unlucky<br />

placing.<br />

“To be honest, there would<br />

only have been millimetres in it;<br />

I was doing everything I could to<br />

get a run.<br />

“Luckily there was enough<br />

room to just get through, and<br />

once he balanced up, he sprinted<br />

up really nicely.”<br />

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<strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

22<br />

SPORT<br />

Sprintcar driver<br />

has all he needs to<br />

‘make a go of it’<br />

• By Allan Batt<br />

DYLLAN FORSEY is ‘living<br />

the dream’ and he will have<br />

a baptism of fire in his first<br />

round of the Hydraulink War<br />

of the Wings series at Ruapuna<br />

Speedway on Saturday.<br />

“Its been a dream of mine for<br />

as long as I can remember. My<br />

grandfather Myles, and aunty<br />

Karen raced sprintcars. I raced<br />

quarter midgets as a youngster<br />

and the last three summers I<br />

have been in the 750cc powered<br />

TQs, but the sprintcars are<br />

the ultimate,” the 18-year-old<br />

Templeton driver said.<br />

“I have done a few practice<br />

laps in the car, and we raced at<br />

Ruapuna’s third meeting. Then I<br />

had the TQ nationals at Nelson.<br />

That kind of puts my TQ racing<br />

to bed a bit. The sprintcars with<br />

their big 850 horsepower V8<br />

engines are awesome to drive.<br />

The power is unbelievable.”<br />

Forsey hasn’t had an easy run<br />

in the last year or so with a heavy<br />

crash in the TQs, and then a<br />

‘big one’ at Napier in the New<br />

Zealand championship.<br />

“I banged myself up a bit in<br />

that. I broke my C3 and C4<br />

vertebrae and tore ligaments in<br />

my hand. While those took time<br />

to heal it was my confidence that<br />

took the biggest hit,” he said.<br />

The opportunity to go<br />

sprintcar racing came about<br />

when Forsey’s grandfather<br />

Myles wanted to step up his<br />

involvement. Forsey says he has<br />

everything he needs to make a<br />

go of it.<br />

“Grandad bought a really nice<br />

car. We have plenty of spares<br />

and a big trailer to move it all<br />

around it. I have Kerry Bartlett<br />

as the crew chief. We all call him<br />

Elvis, and he raced sprintcars<br />

several seasons ago up north<br />

and occasionally down here.<br />

He helped the late Paddy North<br />

and he really does have a lot of<br />

knowledge.”<br />

Among Forsey’s opponents<br />

on Saturday will be young<br />

Americans Joel Myers jnr and<br />

Brenham Crouch, who are a<br />

similar age to him but race<br />

up to 70 times a year and are<br />

professionals.<br />

“I still have to go to work on<br />

Mondays,” said Forsey.<br />

“I’d love to get some<br />

experience in the USA but I have<br />

plenty to learn first. I’m sure I’ll<br />

get a chance to talk to Joel and<br />

Brenham, and Max Guilford<br />

from Auckland who races up in<br />

the USA during our winter has<br />

been really encouraging.”<br />

Forsey is looking forward to<br />

hitting as many rounds of the<br />

War of the Wings as possible,<br />

as it is a step up from regular<br />

club nights.<br />

“The War of the Wings is a<br />

ON TRACK: Templeton’s<br />

Dyllan Forsey, 18, will<br />

compete in his first round<br />

of sprintcar racing series<br />

War of Wings at Ruapuna<br />

on Saturday. PHOTOS:<br />

MOTORSPORT FILES<br />

great competition and really<br />

competitive. The two Americans<br />

are here to win it but they<br />

won’t find our drivers a walk<br />

over.<br />

“I’m realistic enough to know<br />

that I’ve got plenty to learn but<br />

I’m hopeful that we can find<br />

some speed early and build on<br />

that. I’d love to get into the Dirty<br />

Dozen, which is for the top 12<br />

drivers in the points. Of course<br />

anything above that will be<br />

great.<br />

“We will race over at<br />

Greymouth which is where I<br />

had one of my big TQ crashes,<br />

Cromwell, Ruapuna, Ellesmere<br />

and Woodford Glen, so I have to<br />

adapt to them quickly.”<br />

The Ruapuna event starts at<br />

5.30pm with time trials before<br />

drivers contest a series of heat<br />

races. Up to 22 drivers will<br />

face the starter in the 30-lap<br />

feature.<br />

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Email daniel.alvey@starmedia.kiwi<br />

by 5pm each Wednesday<br />

Upcycle Crafts<br />

Thursday, 3.30-4.30pm<br />

Pop down to your local community<br />

centre to make your<br />

very own recycled plastic bottle<br />

planter. All ages are welcome.<br />

Cost: $5 per person. Bookings<br />

required: selwyn.govt.nz/events<br />

West Melton Community and<br />

Recreation Centre<br />

Writers’ Group<br />

Thursday, 6.30-7.30pm<br />

Writers from all genres and<br />

experience – published and nonpublished<br />

– are invited to share<br />

their work in a friendly and<br />

non-judgemental environment.<br />

Suitable for teens and adults.<br />

Free. Bookings preferred, but not<br />

essential.<br />

Lincoln Library<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> Business Event<br />

Thursday, 4.30-6pm<br />

If you’re a local business representative,<br />

don’t miss the chance<br />

to network with others and say<br />

farewell to <strong>2023</strong>, looking ahead<br />

to another successful year. Join<br />

chief executive Sharon Mason<br />

along with other speakers as we<br />

introduce the work the council<br />

is doing to support economic<br />

development in the region and<br />

your important role in shaping<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong>’s economic future.<br />

Refreshments and networking<br />

from 4.30pm, with presentations<br />

starting from 5pm.<br />

Registration is essential:<br />

https://events.humanitix.com/<br />

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Joe’s Garage Rolleston<br />

Whānau Connect and Chat<br />

Friday, 10-11am<br />

This session is perfect for those<br />

who are looking for an opportunity<br />

to connect with other parents,<br />

supporters, and caregivers<br />

in a safe, child-friendly environment.<br />

Tea and coffee provided.<br />

Free. Bookings are not required.<br />

Lincoln Library<br />

Members Show Exhibition<br />

Wednesday onwards<br />

A range of artworks and sculptures<br />

created by members of the<br />

gallery will be on display until<br />

January 21. Opening hours are<br />

11.30am-2pm, Wednesday and<br />

Thursday and 10am-4pm Friday<br />

to Sunday. Closed Dec 25-Jan 4.<br />

Down by the Liffey Gallery,<br />

James St Lincoln<br />

Christmas Storytime, Thursday and Friday at <strong>Selwyn</strong> Libraries Head to your local<br />

library for interactive stories and songs to celebrate the holiday season. Spread some<br />

festive cheer by wearing your favourite Christmas outfit. Te Ara Ātea’s session will be<br />

accompanied by the Rolleston Brass Band. All ages are welcome. Thursday times: 10-<br />

11am at Leeston Library, 6-7pm at Te Ara Ātea and Lincoln Library. Friday 10-11am at<br />

Darfield Library. Bookings required. selwynlibraries.co.nz/events<br />

Felted Elves<br />

Saturday, 1-1.30pm<br />

Make your very own elf this<br />

Christmas with Loretta Sloan<br />

from House of Felt. In this<br />

workshop, Sloan will guide you<br />

through all the needle-felting<br />

techniques you need to make<br />

your own unique Christmas Elf.<br />

For 10+ years (under <strong>13</strong> years<br />

will require adult support).<br />

$20 library members, $40 nonmembers.<br />

Bookings required:<br />

selwynlibraries.co.nz/events<br />

Leeston Library<br />

Prebbleton’s Santa’s Grotto,<br />

Evening Market & Carols at the<br />

Cottage<br />

Monday, 4-8pm<br />

Bring your family to enjoy the<br />

Santa’s grotto, market and carols<br />

in a family friendly atmosphere.<br />

No smoking or vaping. No<br />

alcohol event. There will be food<br />

stalls, gifts, crafts, live music and<br />

entertainment, and brass band.<br />

Santa’s grotto from 4pm, evening<br />

market from 5pm, carols at the<br />

cottage from 7pm.<br />

Prebbleton Community Cottage<br />

Lincoln County Incident –<br />

50th Anniversary Screening<br />

Sunday, 2-5.30pm<br />

Attend this special screening<br />

of Lincoln High School’s mock<br />

western, 50 years on. The footage<br />

and soundtrack are fully<br />

remastered, so it promises to<br />

be a night of memories. All are<br />

welcome to join – whether you<br />

are a member of the original cast<br />

or just interested in this exciting<br />

piece of NZ film history. Tickets<br />

$20, including refreshments.<br />

Lincoln High School<br />

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Christmas in <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

gift guide<br />

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Very pretty range of Women’s<br />

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Xmas. Men’s styles available also<br />

We have a fabulous range of<br />

necklaces to choose from. Silver –<br />

Gold – Rose Gold or mixed pieces –<br />

a great addition to any garment<br />

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28 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

Celebrating our Community<br />

Emergency Volunteers<br />

The Tai Tapu Community Centre was full of cheer on Tuesday 5 <strong>December</strong>, as<br />

community emergency volunteer teams were celebrated for their efforts. The<br />

annual dinner and prize giving recognises the hard work of <strong>Selwyn</strong>'s Emergency<br />

Management volunteers.<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong>’s community emergency volunteers play a vital role in times of crisis. With<br />

over 30 community teams across <strong>Selwyn</strong>, these volunteers are ready to respond to<br />

emergencies and provide support to their local areas. With support of <strong>Selwyn</strong><br />

Civil Defence Emergency Management staff, these teams are trained to open<br />

welfare centres that create safe spaces for the community to gather during<br />

challenging events, run Emergency Operations Centres and provide emergency<br />

response through light urban search and rescue and other specialist tasks.<br />

During the celebration, 12 Community Response Team members were recognised<br />

for their decade-long commitment receiving awards, certificates, and flowers<br />

as tokens of gratitude. The event started with a karakia led by Councillor Shane<br />

Epiha, then Deputy Mayor Malcolm Lyall, the Council’s Chief Executive Sharon<br />

Mason and Head of Emergency Management Al Lawn, all expressed heartfelt<br />

thanks on behalf of <strong>Selwyn</strong>, commending the volunteers' enthusiasm, courage<br />

and dedication during emergency events.<br />

The Council’s Emergency Management Advisor and Community Resilience Lead<br />

Sue Jenkins highlighted the broader impacts of their efforts, “our volunteers also<br />

deploy to other regions across New Zealand when disaster strikes. Deployments<br />

to Auckland, Gisborne, and Hawkes Bay after this year's weather events shows<br />

their ongoing commitment to assisting communities nationwide”.<br />

New members are always welcome to join <strong>Selwyn</strong>’s Civil Defence and<br />

Emergency Management volunteer teams. If you would like to know more<br />

visit selwyn.govt.nz/civildefence.<br />

Speed Management Plan<br />

We received a lot of great feedback on our Speed Management Plan, out for<br />

consultation in October and November.<br />

The Council is working through the responses and considering changes to<br />

the plan, based on your feedback.<br />

In the meantime, here are some of the main questions you asked us.<br />

Who sets speed limits?<br />

Councils set speed limits for local roads. Waka Kotahi New Zealand<br />

Transport Agency sets speed limits for state highways.<br />

Crashes aren’t always caused by speed<br />

Speed isn’t always the cause, but it is the killer. We want to reduce people<br />

being killed or injured by reducing impact speeds and giving people more<br />

time to react if something goes wrong.<br />

What about more education for drivers?<br />

We run education programmes, but even good drivers make mistakes.<br />

What about road maintenance, and intersection upgrades?<br />

We have a plan for this. Most of our funding comes from Waka Kotahi<br />

New Zealand Transport and we have requested more funding.<br />

Why my road?<br />

The guidelines were based on an analysis of our crash data and crash data<br />

around the country to look at where reduced speed would save the most lives.<br />

What about using the electronic signs outside schools?<br />

85% of deaths and injuries outside schools happen outside of when these<br />

signs currently operate.<br />

You can read more on this at selwyn.govt.nz/roadsafety.<br />

Camping Adventures in <strong>Selwyn</strong> this Summer<br />

Get set for an amazing camping adventure along the stunning Great Alpine Highway<br />

73 in <strong>Selwyn</strong> this summer.<br />

Kick off your trip at Klondyke Corner, surrounded by nature’s wonders. Pitch your tent,<br />

soak in the views, and chill under the starry night sky. There are 40 non-powered/<br />

tent sites here, accessible by vehicle. Please note that bookings are required as this<br />

campsite can be quite busy during the summer months.<br />

After a relaxing night at Klondyke Corner, start your day with fishing at Lake Pearson/<br />

Moana Rua. There’s rainbow and brown trout aplenty in the lake! Then, take a short<br />

stroll from Avalanche Creek Shelter to the breathtaking Avalanche Falls in Arthur’s<br />

Pass Village. It’s a 10-minute walk filled with waterfall wonders and natural beauty.<br />

Discover all of <strong>Selwyn</strong>’s hidden gems at selwyn.nz.<br />

Find out how we can Protect our<br />

unique Biodiversity<br />

How do we protect and enhance our natural heritage?<br />

We’re looking for your support in growing a strategy to protect, restore<br />

and enhance <strong>Selwyn</strong>’s unique biodiversity.<br />

To help, our biodiversity team is holding drop-ins this week for you to talk<br />

with the team and ask any questions.<br />

This week’s drop-ins will be held at:<br />

Darfield Library, 3–7pm <strong>13</strong> <strong>December</strong><br />

Council Rolleston Offices, 3–7pm 14 <strong>December</strong>.<br />

Biodiversity describes everything living on land, in fresh water and the sea;<br />

and encapsulates the diversity of all flora and fauna. In Waikirikiri <strong>Selwyn</strong><br />

we have a unique blend of biodiversity not seen anywhere else.<br />

How should we work with the community and landholders and where<br />

should we prioritise to protect, restore and enhance this unique heritage?<br />

Our plan, with goals and actions to do this is set out in the<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> Biodiversity Strategy, which is out for your feedback until<br />

7pm Friday 15 <strong>December</strong>.<br />

Council Call<br />

SELWYN DISTRICT COUNCIL<br />

Norman Kirk Drive, Rolleston<br />

Ph 0800 SELWYN (735 996)<br />

TE ARA ĀTEA<br />

56 Tennyson Street, Rolleston<br />

Ph 347 2880<br />

DARFIELD LIBRARY & SERVICE CENTRE<br />

1 South Terrace, Darfield<br />

Ph 318 8338 or 347 2780<br />

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Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 29<br />

Last chance to vote for Malvern<br />

It’s the last chance this week to get your vote in for the Malvern Community Board by-elections.<br />

Voting closes at midday Friday (15 <strong>December</strong>) for the by-elections to select representatives for the<br />

Hawkins and Tawera Community Subdivisions.<br />

Voting in the by-elections is held by postal vote. Voting papers can be posted at any NZ Post<br />

postbox and ballot bins and special voting papers are available at the Darfield Library and the<br />

Council’s Rolleston offices.<br />

Just over 6800 voting packs were mailed to registered electors last month.<br />

Full information on enrolling, voting and special votes — as well as candidate profiles, ward maps<br />

and other election information — is available online at selwyn.govt.nz/elections.<br />

Notices<br />

ALCOHOL NOTICES<br />

A & J Rolleston Limited (The Phenix Chinese Restaurant) has applied to renew its On Licence.<br />

Prebbleton Supermarket Limited (Freshchoice Prebbleton) has applied for the issue of an Off<br />

Licence. Saket Food Limited (Saket Indian Restaurant) has applied to renew its On Licence.<br />

Objections to these applications are open until 6 February 2024. WM <strong>13</strong><strong>13</strong> Limited<br />

(West Melton Tavern) has applied for an On Licence and an Off Licence. Objections to this<br />

application are open until 7 February 2024. For more information visit selwyn.govt.nz/alcoholnotices.<br />

Meetings<br />

Public Forums: Council and Community Board meetings are open to the public. Time is available at the<br />

start of meetings for people to speak on matters of concern. Please notify Therese Davel or Bernadette<br />

Ryan if you wish to speak at the Council meeting at least five days before the meeting by emailing<br />

meeting.changes@selwyn.govt.nz<br />

COUNCIL & COMMUNITY BOARD MEETINGS<br />

Long Term Plan Workshop*<br />

Wednesday <strong>13</strong> <strong>December</strong> 9am<br />

Council Offices Rolleston<br />

* Livestreamed on the Council website and YouTube channel<br />

Council Meeting*<br />

Wednesday <strong>13</strong> <strong>December</strong> 1pm<br />

Council Offices Rolleston<br />

Our roading crews continue to be out across the district doing<br />

upgrades and repairs to maintain the district's roads. For a map<br />

of all our road works around <strong>Selwyn</strong> follow the QR code or visit<br />

selwyn.govt.nz/roadclosures. Please take care around work sites<br />

and follow site signage.<br />

Event Guide<br />

Thursday 14 <strong>December</strong><br />

– 11 February 2024<br />

Upcycle Crafts<br />

Various Locations, Dates and <strong>Times</strong><br />

Pop down to your local community centre to make<br />

your very own recycled plastic bottle planter!<br />

West Melton Community Centre, 14 <strong>December</strong><br />

3.30–4.30pm; Darfield Recreation Centre, 11 January<br />

10–11am; Glentunnel Community Centre, 15 January<br />

10–11am; Lincoln Event Centre, 16 January 2–3pm;<br />

Southbridge Hall, 11 February 11–12pm.<br />

$5 per person, bookings required at<br />

selwyn.govt.nz/events.<br />

Thursday 14 <strong>December</strong><br />

Christmas Storytime<br />

Te Ara Ātea, 6–7pm<br />

Join us for interactive stories and songs to celebrate<br />

the holiday season. Spread some festive cheer<br />

by wearing your favourite Christmas outfit! This<br />

session will be accompanied by the Rolleston Brass<br />

Band. All ages welcome. Free. Bookings required<br />

at selwynlibraries.co.nz/events. If no spaces are<br />

available, please call (03) 318 7780 to be added to<br />

our waitlist.<br />

Friday 15 <strong>December</strong><br />

Children’s Book and Board Games Club<br />

Leeston Library, 3.30–4.30pm<br />

Head along to Leeston Library every Friday afternoon<br />

to share your latest reading adventures, play board<br />

games and enjoy some fun crafts. Full information<br />

can be found at selwynlibraries.co.nz/events.<br />

Council Services and Facilities Holiday Hours<br />

Here is a summary of <strong>Selwyn</strong> District Council’s services and facilities opening hours during<br />

the holiday period.<br />

The Council’s Rolleston Offices will be closed from 5pm Friday 22 <strong>December</strong>, reopening<br />

8.30am Wednesday 3 January.<br />

Rubbish and recycling collections for Monday collections, this will be the Saturday prior<br />

(23 instead of 25 <strong>December</strong> and 30 <strong>December</strong> instead of 1 January).<br />

Pines Resource Recovery Park is closed both Monday 25 <strong>December</strong> and Monday 1 January.<br />

Standard opening hours operate for the rest of the holiday period (9am–4.30pm).<br />

All <strong>Selwyn</strong> Libraries and Service Centres will be closed on Monday 25 <strong>December</strong> and<br />

reopen from 10am–4pm, 27–29 <strong>December</strong>, normal hours 30-31 <strong>December</strong>. All libraries and<br />

service centres will be closed 1–2 January with normal hours resuming from Wednesday 3<br />

January. There will be no late night at Lincoln Library and Te Ata Ātea on Thursday 4 January.<br />

All Council-managed Community Centres are closed from 5pm on Friday 22 <strong>December</strong> and<br />

will reopen on Monday 8 January.<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> Sports Centre will operate with reduced hours on Saturday 23 <strong>December</strong> and close<br />

at 1pm on Sunday 24 <strong>December</strong>, reopening with reduced hours from Wednesday 3 January<br />

to Sunday 7 January. Normal hours resume from Monday 8 January.<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> Aquatic Centre will be closed on public holidays: Monday 25 <strong>December</strong>,<br />

Sunday 26 <strong>December</strong>, Monday 1 January and Tuesday 2 January.<br />

Darfield, Southbridge and Sheffield Community Pools will be closed Monday 25 <strong>December</strong>,<br />

Tuesday 26 <strong>December</strong> and Monday 1 January. Sheffield Pool will also be closed on<br />

Tuesday 2 January.<br />

Friday 15 <strong>December</strong><br />

Whānau Connect and Chat<br />

Lincoln Library, 10-11am<br />

This session is perfect for those who are looking<br />

for an opportunity to connect with other parents,<br />

supporters, and caregivers in a safe, child-friendly<br />

environment. Tea and coffee provided. Free.<br />

Bookings not required. Full information can be<br />

found at selwynlibraries.co.nz/events.<br />

Every Monday, Tuesday and Friday<br />

Aqua Natal and Aqua Fit Parents<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> Aquatic Centre<br />

New classes include Aqua Natal, every Tuesday 6.15–<br />

7pm: Specifically designed for expectant mothers to<br />

get a low-medium level intensity work out. Perfect<br />

for any stage of pregnancy or fitness level. Aqua<br />

Fit Parents, Monday’s, 9.30–10.15am, and Friday’s<br />

10.30–11.15am: The perfect opportunity for parents<br />

and caregivers to get a great workout, while keeping<br />

baby engaged and entertained. Baby will enjoy a fun<br />

water experience, while parents and caregiver can<br />

improve their fitness level and strength. Suitable for<br />

babies from 6 months up to 3 years.<br />

Animal Control Services are available, operating 24 hours 7 days a week.<br />

The last full day of building inspections will be on Thursday 21 <strong>December</strong>. Inspections<br />

resume from Wednesday 3 January.<br />

The Council’s customer contact line will be operating 24 hours a day over the holiday break,<br />

for urgent issues phone 0800 SELWYN (735 996).<br />

FOR MORE COUNCIL EVENTS VISIT<br />

SELWYN.GOVT.NZ/EVENTS<br />

LEESTON LIBRARY & SERVICE CENTRE<br />

19 Messines Street, Leeston<br />

Ph 347 2871<br />

LINCOLN LIBRARY & SERVICE CENTRE<br />

Gerald Street, Lincoln<br />

Ph 347 2876<br />

0800 SELWYN<br />

SELWYN.GOVT.NZ<br />

SELWYNDISTRICTCOUNCIL


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GARDENING<br />

Vegetables<br />

Watering and weeding are the<br />

principal tasks in the garden over<br />

the next two months. Hoeing,<br />

if carried out systematically,<br />

helps retain moisture, as well as<br />

destroying weeds and weed seeds,<br />

reducing hours of labour later.<br />

Water thoroughly, or not at all.<br />

Light sprinkling will bring roots<br />

close to the surface, where they<br />

dry out quickly in hot conditions.<br />

Peas and runner beans will<br />

need support. For peas, a piece<br />

of netting, with stakes driven<br />

through at intervals, is durable<br />

and will last for years. For runner<br />

beans, which can twine around<br />

any support given, join three or<br />

four straight poles together in a<br />

teepee shape, then run twine or<br />

flax strips around at intervals to<br />

strengthen the teepee and give the<br />

beans something to cling to.<br />

As onions and potatoes reach<br />

maturity, watering should taper<br />

off to let crops dry.<br />

Autumn-sown onions will have<br />

bulbs forming. To ensure they<br />

mature properly, allow them to<br />

swell above the ground. If necessary,<br />

gently shift the soil to expose<br />

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the bulbs to sun and air.<br />

Radishes give best results in<br />

rich, but manure-free, soil that<br />

stays cool over summer. Soil<br />

should be as fine as possible. Sow<br />

seed thinly (50mm apart), 50mm<br />

deep, in rows about 15cm apart.<br />

Gently firm soil after sowing.<br />

Flowers<br />

Dahlias can flower from January<br />

for months, until the frost<br />

knocks them back. Hoe carefully<br />

around dahlias and apply a top<br />

dressing of compost or wellrotted<br />

manure. Sturdy stakes can<br />

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Liquid manure will improve the<br />

size of dahlia blooms.<br />

Wallflowers and other bedding<br />

biennials may still be sown in rich<br />

soil.<br />

Delphiniums will be sending up<br />

strong, flowering spikes and will<br />

respond to weak liquid manure.<br />

Make your own by putting a<br />

small bag of animal manure in a<br />

bucket of water. Mesh onion bags<br />

are good for holding manure.<br />

Cover the bucket and leave for<br />

two weeks. To use, dilute the soup<br />

to the colour of straw, then apply<br />

around the base of plants every<br />

Watering tips<br />

• Water roots not foliage. Plants take in<br />

water through the root zone so watering<br />

the foliage is unnecessary and can cause<br />

leaf burning. Water in the morning or<br />

early evening, avoiding the heat in the<br />

middle of the day.<br />

• It’s best to water deeply once or twice<br />

a week rather than a little each day. It is<br />

wasteful to apply water faster than the<br />

soil can soak it in.<br />

• Check leaking hoses or taps; they can<br />

waste a lot of water. A dripping tap can<br />

leak up to 10 litres of water a day. Water<br />

the garden, not the driveway, path or<br />

paved areas.<br />

• Use a soak hose in garden beds rather<br />

than a sprinkler. When planting, group<br />

plants together with similar water needs.<br />

This will also help simplify the design of<br />

two to three days.<br />

Fruit<br />

Tomatoes must be regularly<br />

checked for disease. If narrow,<br />

fern-like leaves develop, or plants<br />

look stunted, they may be infected<br />

with a virus. Pull plants out<br />

immediately and destroy them.<br />

Potato blight can attack<br />

tomatoes, too. Control by using<br />

copper oxychloride spray,<br />

followed by regular use of tomato<br />

spray. Avoid using any sprays in<br />

hot sunshine. Keep whitefly at bay<br />

in the glasshouse by spraying with<br />

neem oil.<br />

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• Phone a friend – if you are away<br />

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rolleston business hub<br />

Jones Road and Industrial Zone<br />

With the growth of Rolleston’s population, the number of businesses in the area also<br />

continues to increase. This expansion has given rise to a wave of new businesses within<br />

Jones Road and the Izone Industrial Park. The influx of new ventures creates local job<br />

opportunities and makes Rolleston a central and dynamic hub for growth and a prime<br />

business destination. Avoid the hassle of driving elsewhere and save time and money<br />

by making the most of local services.<br />

Jones Road Auto<br />

Jones Road Auto continues to be exceptionally<br />

busy, with customers receiving exceptional<br />

service and a high standard of work at <strong>13</strong>1 Iport<br />

Drive, Rolleston. With friendly, professional<br />

service you can trust, they offer a full range of<br />

servicing and repairs on all vehicle makes and<br />

models. They also provide a WoF while-you-wait<br />

lane or a booked service, or you can leave your<br />

vehicle with them for the day.<br />

“We would like to thank all our wonderful<br />

customers for their support and business<br />

throughout <strong>2023</strong>. We wish everyone safe and<br />

happy holidays and look forward to seeing you all<br />

in the New Year.” Jones Road Auto will be closed<br />

this year from Saturday, <strong>December</strong> 23rd and<br />

reopening on Monday, January 8th 2024.<br />

Rolleston Diesel & Petrols<br />

Visit Rolleston Diesel &<br />

Petrols, your one-stop shop for<br />

all your mechanical servicing<br />

and repairs, with friendly,<br />

efficient service at the right<br />

price. Located at 839 Jones<br />

Road, Rolleston, Simon and<br />

the team have a reputation for<br />

reliable and efficient customer<br />

service and expertise. Rolleston<br />

Diesel & Petrols will close on<br />

<strong>December</strong> 22nd and reopen on<br />

January 8th 2024.<br />

Simon and the Rolleston<br />

Diesel & Petrols team thank<br />

everyone for their support over the year<br />

and wish everyone a happy and safe<br />

Christmas and New Year.<br />

Rolleston Costume & Event Hire<br />

Do you have a costume for your dressup<br />

Christmas function? Visit Deborah<br />

and the team at Rolleston Costume and<br />

Event Hire for plenty of choices when hiring or<br />

buying quality costumes, props and event items,<br />

graduation caps and gowns, backdrops, archways,<br />

large floral numbers, helium balloons and many<br />

other effects. Rolleston Costume & Event Hire<br />

will be closed <strong>December</strong> 22nd–27th, open<br />

<strong>December</strong> 28th––30th, closed <strong>December</strong><br />

31st and reopening January 4th 2024.<br />

With genuine appreciation, Deborah,<br />

Kirk, and the whole team at Rolleston<br />

Costume & Event Hire say, “To all of our<br />

incredible customers, you make our days<br />

brighter! Thank you for choosing Rolleston<br />

Costume & Event Hire for all your costume and<br />

event needs. Your support is truly the highlight<br />

of our journey. Have the merriest Christmas<br />

break—relax, have fun, and stay safe!”.<br />

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34 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

New Nissan Z pays homage to its history<br />

A NEW and long overdue<br />

version of one of Japan’s most<br />

iconic sport coupes, the Nissan<br />

Z, is keeping the torch burning<br />

for these models, at a time when<br />

many car makers are hitting the<br />

delete button on them.<br />

This is a Nissan with a colourful<br />

history, dated back 54 years<br />

to 1969 when the great grand<br />

dad of today’s Z – the Datsun<br />

240Z made its world debut.<br />

The new, seventh-generation Z,<br />

dropped its numerical prefix and<br />

in the process a little bit of the<br />

cars heritage.<br />

The new Z adopts a traditional<br />

rear-wheel-drive sports car<br />

design, with a long bonnet, lower<br />

rear end stance and a silhouette<br />

that pays homage to the firstgeneration<br />

Z. The designers<br />

utilised the latest technologies to<br />

streamline the design, and incorporated<br />

LED lighting. The LED<br />

headlights have two half-circles<br />

that take their inspiration from<br />

the Japan market-only 240ZG of<br />

the 1970s. The link the original<br />

Z has to this car is most obvious<br />

when viewed from the side. The<br />

roofline flows from the nose to<br />

the squared-off rear to create<br />

a distinctive first-generation Z<br />

Motoring with Bob Nettleton<br />

profile. The latest incarnation<br />

remains steadfastly wed to rearwheel<br />

drive with the close-ratio<br />

manual transmission linked to<br />

the rear wheels via a carbonfibre<br />

composite driveshaft. All<br />

automatic transmission models<br />

feature the launch control system<br />

to slingshot this legendary sports<br />

car out of the starting blocks at<br />

high velocity.<br />

All models run a high-energy<br />

3.0-litre V6 twin turbo engine<br />

with the choice of a close-ratio<br />

6-speed manual gearbox complete<br />

or a 9-speed automatic with<br />

paddle shifters. Both wear the<br />

same $84,990 price tag. The test<br />

vehicle was an auto, which most<br />

buyers are expected to opt for.<br />

The motor features variable<br />

valve timing, force-fed by smalldiameter<br />

turbochargers, regulated<br />

for maximum spooling speed<br />

to balance power output and<br />

throttle-response time. These<br />

enhancements improve the<br />

vehicle’s power to weight ratio<br />

by over 12 per cent and deliver<br />

sharper acceleration compared<br />

to its impressive predecessor<br />

the 370Z – and it was no slouch.<br />

Peak power and torque rise in<br />

the new engine to 298kW and<br />

Ratings out of 10: Performance 8; Handling 8; Styling 7;<br />

Comfort 6; Fit and Finish 8; Value for money 7; Safety – Five<br />

Star ANCAP crash rating. Possible clean car fee of $3248<br />

and $6900<br />

Overall points out of 10: 7.5<br />

475Nm – the latter being 31 per<br />

cent higher than its predecessor.<br />

With its strong, almost turbinelike<br />

power delivery there are few<br />

other six-cylinder coupes that<br />

provide the exhilarating acceleration<br />

of this one for its asking<br />

price. It even knocks the performance<br />

spots off a number of<br />

more expensive rivals. A clever<br />

variable valve timing system<br />

stretches this torque band to the<br />

max enabling the motor to rev<br />

effortlessly across a broader rev<br />

range.<br />

It was a blast from the past<br />

to drive a conventional engine<br />

without any form of electrification.<br />

This is a driving pleasure<br />

that is going to become increasingly<br />

harder to indulge, unless<br />

you have a car like this one<br />

stowed away in your garage. You<br />

have to wonder with conventional<br />

engines about to be swept<br />

away by a wave of EVs, whether<br />

this model could become very<br />

collectable, with the heart and<br />

soul that EVs are devoid of.<br />

The new 9-speed automatic<br />

offers direct and rapid gear<br />

changes that are executed with<br />

pinpoint precision. It gave the<br />

test car an extra lively feel thanks<br />

to its wide gear ratios and standard<br />

launch control system. For<br />

those wanting to get closer to the<br />

gear changing action, aluminum<br />

paddle shifters are standard. The<br />

unique paddle shifters are the<br />

same design used on the menacing<br />

Nissan GT-R, performance<br />

models.<br />

Designed to fit the driver and<br />

passenger like a glove, the snug<br />

cabin seamlessly blends modern<br />

technology with vintage Z touches.<br />

The centre stack uses a threezone<br />

approach, placing three<br />

analogue pod gauges on the<br />

instrument panel (boost, turbo<br />

speed, volt) and all within the<br />

driver’s gaze. Both the manual<br />

and automatic shift levers are<br />

new, each custom-engineered<br />

for the best possible grip and<br />

comfort.<br />

Comfy black woven cloth seats<br />

with an 8-way manual driver’s<br />

seat are a great place to enjoy<br />

all this iconic sport car has to<br />

offer. A full range of convenience<br />

technology includes Nissan<br />

Intelligent Key with Push Button<br />

Start, Intelligent Cruise Control,<br />

auto-dimming rearview mirror,<br />

Rearview Monitor, two 12-volt<br />

power points, and two USB<br />

points (Type-A and Type-C).<br />

There’s a modest 8.0-inch touch<br />

screen, a lot smaller than you<br />

would expect in a car costing this<br />

much. It does make up for this to<br />

some degree with useful no cost<br />

add-ons such as Apple CarPlay,<br />

Android Auto, and Bluetooth<br />

Hands-free Phone System.<br />

There’s been a worthwhile rejig<br />

of the suspension. The front and<br />

rear dampers have switched to a<br />

new mono tube shock absorber<br />

design with a larger diameter<br />

than the outgoing 370Z. The upshot<br />

is an estimated 20 per cent<br />

reduction in dampening force to<br />

help minimise impact shock over<br />

uneven surfaces, and unleash<br />

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multi-link aluminum suspension<br />

has also been reconfigured with<br />

new settings.<br />

The low speed ride in finest<br />

Z traditions is almost as still as<br />

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Phone. 03 595 2490 Email. recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz www.rollestoncollege.nz<br />

As we grow, we seek to expand our Learning Support team<br />

and employ a Learning and Behavioural Support specialist.<br />

The successful applicant will provide individual and small<br />

group support and interventions to learners who require<br />

learning assistance or behavioural guidance.<br />

We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual<br />

who specializes in Behavioural Support to join our team.<br />

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing<br />

support to our teaching staff in managing challenging<br />

behaviour and creating a positive learning environment<br />

for all students. We would need you to work with students<br />

with challenging behaviour in a positive and constructive<br />

manner, while maintaining their dignity and privacy.<br />

Provide one-on-one support to students who require<br />

additional assistance in managing their behaviour and help<br />

create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.<br />

Situations Vacant<br />

Learning and Behavioural<br />

Support Specialist<br />

Term Time Only Position (20 hours per week)<br />

What else might we see you bring to the role?<br />

• Previous experience in working with young people in an<br />

educational environment is preferred.<br />

• An understanding and commitment to The Code of<br />

Health and Disabilities Services Consumer Rights, the<br />

Treaty of Waitangi and bi-cultural practice. In doing<br />

so, you recognise the importance of Te Ao Māori and the<br />

strength of working collaboratively.<br />

• Proven ability to work in teams and in a ‘transdisciplinary’<br />

manner.<br />

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport;<br />

proactive and responsive to learner, whānau, colleagues<br />

and team needs.<br />

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.<br />

• Enjoy working in a dynamic, fast paced environment.<br />

• A current full New Zealand driver’s license.<br />

If you have experience working with students who exhibit challenging behaviour and a passion for creating positive<br />

learning environments, we encourage you to apply. The role is a permanent, part time (20 hours per week), term time<br />

only position (Grade C/D, Step negotiable for the right candidate).<br />

Please apply by sending us a copy of your current CV with covering letter to recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz.<br />

Applications close at midday on Wednesday <strong>13</strong>th <strong>December</strong> <strong>2023</strong>.<br />

Rolleston College 631 Springston Rolleston Road<br />

Phone. 03 595 2490 Email. recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz www.rollestoncollege.nz<br />

Communication Coordinator<br />

(Full Time, Permanent, Term Time Only Position)<br />

Nau mai, haere mai. We are seeking a Communication Coordinator to work alongside our<br />

Principal and Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement our school-wide communication<br />

framework and plan.<br />

We are seeking a team player who brings a positive can-do attitude and a sense of humour to our<br />

team. No day is the same, so the ability to handle pressure with competing priorities is a must. To<br />

thrive in this role, you will love translating complex issues into everyday language, familiarity with<br />

the education sector is an advantage but not necessary. You will be at ease working alongside<br />

traditional media channels and also in the backend of social media platforms. Using data to drive<br />

insights and develop meaningful communications that promote the College.<br />

Developing self, building communities and transforming futures through the Rolleston Spirit is at<br />

the heart of everything we do at our College. At Horoeka Haemata (Rolleston College), we work<br />

to provide contextual learning opportunities that provide our ākonga with choice and agency,<br />

while still gaining the necessary skills, knowledge and qualifications. Collaborative practice and<br />

whakawhānaungatanga are fundamental to our curriculum and philosophy as educators, and we<br />

look to build positive and collaborative relationships continually.<br />

Due to roll growth, we have several build projects underway and a planned second Senior campus<br />

due to open in 2025. All while continuing to build our school-wide cultural capacity towards our<br />

vision of a dedicated bilingual unit within Horoeka Haemata’s (Rolleston College) Senior Campus. So<br />

the ability to weave in our commitment to te Tiriti by developing a bicultural tikanga framework that<br />

supports end-to-end communications and engagement, delivering critical messages to our school<br />

community.<br />

This position is a full time, permanent, term time only position with the flexibility to work nonterm<br />

time. Please apply by forwarding a current CV, along with a covering letter and two verbal<br />

references to recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz. Applications close midday Wednesday <strong>13</strong>th<br />

<strong>December</strong> <strong>2023</strong>.<br />

Rolleston College 631 Springston Rolleston Road<br />

Phone. 03 595 2490 Email. recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz www.rollestoncollege.nz<br />

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Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 41<br />

Free<br />

SANTA<br />

AND GIFT<br />

wrAPPING<br />

Celebrate<br />

A CRACKER OF A<br />

CHRISTMAS!<br />

at<br />

Bigger Better Bush Inn<br />

Heaps of great festive specials from our retailer<br />

team plus our famous Christmas market!<br />

Visit the market this Friday 15th – Sunday 17th Dec and join the fun!<br />

Over 45 stalls including handcrafts, crystals, wooden gifts, soft toys, vintage clothing, baby wear,<br />

candles, skin products, lavender and much, much more. Absolutely something for everyone!<br />

<br />

<br />

The Provedore Grocery Market<br />

<br />

Your real festive alternative to supermarkets!<br />

<br />

Produce Traders<br />

Fancy Lettuces $1.49 ea<br />

Spring Carrots $2.99 bunch<br />

Fresh Peas $9.99 kg<br />

And ready for Christmas<br />

fresh berries and new potatoes<br />

<br />

Valid 14th - 17th <strong>December</strong><br />

<br />

Salmon Heaven<br />

Get ready for Christmas<br />

Lunch or Dinner with<br />

our delicious 500g<br />

Hot Smoked Fillet.<br />

$44 per pack<br />

Valid 14th - 17th <strong>December</strong><br />

Inspiring<br />

Creativity<br />

<br />

Afrosentail<br />

Our superb new international beauty and<br />

accessory store is now open at Bush Inn!<br />

A huge range<br />

of products<br />

from hair<br />

care and<br />

extensions,<br />

skin care<br />

products,<br />

wigs, beauty<br />

appliances &<br />

much more.<br />

10-25% off storewide 14th - 17th <strong>December</strong>,<br />

terms and conditions apply<br />

New Zealand Disc<br />

Sports Supplies<br />

Disc Golf Sets for Kids! Only $32.50<br />

<br />

<br />

<br />

Light weight 2-disc set!<br />

Exclusive to NZDSS for<br />

the holiday season!<br />

The perfect gift to<br />

get kids outdoors this<br />

festive season!


42 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

at<br />

It’s going to be...<br />

A CRACKER OF A<br />

CHRISTMAS!<br />

Bigger Better Bush Inn!<br />

Loads of new stores now open, The Provedore grocery<br />

market, a ton of festive specials from our team, over 45<br />

stalls at our Christmas market, Santa and free gift wrapping.<br />

Plus live music and kids entertainment this weekend<br />

– it’s all happening now so come on in, join the fun<br />

and fill your Christmas Crackers!!<br />

Flawless<br />

Face and<br />

Beauty<br />

Spend $200<br />

or more on<br />

any single<br />

sale and<br />

receive a<br />

$20 voucher<br />

off your next<br />

purchase !<br />

Valid 14th - 17th<br />

<strong>December</strong><br />

SOAP SHACK<br />

Gift of Healing<br />

only $39.80<br />

actual value $51.00<br />

more discounts<br />

instore<br />

Leather Direct<br />

Upgrade your loved ones wardrobe<br />

with high quality, locally made leather<br />

belts, hats and wallets – perfect gifts<br />

this Christmas from Leather Direct!<br />

Our Ninjatastic Ninja Fuel<br />

Café opens 14th <strong>December</strong>!<br />

To celebrate<br />

- Sip and<br />

Savour!<br />

GET GET A PRE-CHRISTMAS A TIDY TIDY UP UP<br />

Preschool Preschool ....................... ....................... $15 $15<br />

Primary<br />

Primary<br />

School 5-12yrs<br />

School<br />

.... $20<br />

5-12yrs .... $20<br />

High School <strong>13</strong>yrs+ ......... $24<br />

High School <strong>13</strong>yrs+ ......... $24<br />

Uni Students Male ......... $26<br />

Uni Students Male ......... $26<br />

Uni Students Female ...... $30<br />

Uni Students Female ...... $30<br />

Student Re-Style ............ $35<br />

Student Re-Style ............ $35<br />

ALL OUR STYLISTS ARE<br />

FULLY<br />

ALL OUR<br />

QUALIFIED<br />

STYLISTS ARE<br />

FULLY QUALIFIED<br />

Don’t Forget<br />

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Don’t Forget<br />

Every 8th Haircut is FREE!<br />

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Bush Inn Shopping Centre P. 348 7008 | South Every City 8th P. Haircut 366 0619 is FREE!<br />

OPEN 7 DAYS<br />

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OPEN 7 DAYS<br />

Purchase any large coffee at Ninja<br />

Fuel and we will sweeten with a<br />

complimentary Ninja Cookie!<br />

Offers valid from 14th-17th <strong>December</strong>


Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 43<br />

HURRY!<br />

While Stocks Last<br />

The Provedore<br />

Christchurch now has an alternative<br />

to supermarkets and thousands are<br />

now discovering it!<br />

Our growing team of speciality grocery and provisions<br />

retailers now offer everything from fruit and vege,<br />

butchery and deli to bulk foods, spices and salmon!<br />

Everything you get in a supermarket plus so much<br />

more – quality product, prices and deals with<br />

fabulous personal service make grocery<br />

shopping a pleasure again – make us your<br />

weekly shop!<br />

Coreys Master<br />

Butcher<br />

14th - 17th <strong>December</strong>:<br />

250g middle eye bacon<br />

$4.99 packet<br />

Rump steak $16.95 kg<br />

15% OFF<br />

Chocolate gift<br />

bags! -<br />

great stocking<br />

fillers priced<br />

from $5 - $50<br />

Christmas<br />

TASTE of the NATIONS<br />

at The South Island Largest International Food & Vegan Food Market<br />

Broccoli /<br />

Tele<br />

Cucumber<br />

99c<br />

each<br />

Hass<br />

Avocado<br />

69c<br />

each<br />

G7 Instant<br />

Coffee 3in1<br />

$7.99pk<br />

Waiwai Rice<br />

Vermicelli 500g<br />

$3.50pk<br />

Bringing The Taste of Home<br />

LARGE<br />

FreeRange<br />

Eggs<br />

$17.99<br />

tray 30s<br />

Orange<br />

Kumara<br />

$9.99<br />

kilo<br />

HS Cream<br />

Crackers 428g<br />

2 for $6<br />

Mogu Drinks<br />

$1.99ea<br />

BEEFY FRIES<br />

BURRITO<br />

Saturday 16th –<br />

enjoy a pulled pork<br />

toastie and get a<br />

free small coffee<br />

$<br />

6 99<br />

A fruity twist<br />

on a classic<br />

favourite<br />

100%<br />

Real Fruit<br />

Freshly<br />

Baked<br />

Pandesal<br />

$4.99<br />

pack of 12<br />

Freshly<br />

Baked Ube<br />

Pandesal<br />

$5.99<br />

pack of 12<br />

Freshly<br />

Baked<br />

Buns<br />

from<br />

$2.99<br />

each<br />

Malaysian<br />

Kuih Cakes<br />

$4.80<br />

pack<br />

LIMITED TIME ONLY<br />

A fruity twist<br />

on a classic<br />

favourite<br />

Filipino<br />

Kakanin<br />

Cakes<br />

from<br />

$4.80<br />

pack<br />

Vietnamese<br />

Traditional<br />

Cakes<br />

from<br />

$4.80<br />

pack


44 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>December</strong> <strong>13</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

SAVE<br />

$150<br />

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$60<br />

10%-<br />

XMAS SUPER SALE<br />

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OVER 5000 PAIRS REDUCED TO CLEAR<br />

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$50<br />

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WAS $300 NOW $150<br />

ASICS SONOMA 6* W<br />

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ASICS GT-1000 V11* PS JR<br />

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W WAS $190 NOW $90<br />

ASICS 2000 SX * M+W<br />

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Free sANTA ANd gIFT wrAPPINg<br />

Christmas<br />

MARKET<br />

From 9.00am - 5.00pm on:<br />

Friday, 15th december<br />

From 10.00am - 4.00pm on:<br />

saturday, 16th december<br />

sunday, 17th december<br />

Join the festive fun and shop from a<br />

variety of stall holders including lifestyle,<br />

food, jewellery, homewares and more.<br />

To apply for a stallholder spot contact:<br />

hamish@bushinncentre.co.nz<br />

CHrIsTmAs HOurs<br />

Normal trading hours until<br />

24th <strong>December</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

25th <strong>December</strong> Closed<br />

26th <strong>December</strong> 10am -4pm<br />

27th <strong>December</strong> 10am-4pm<br />

28th <strong>December</strong> 9am-5pm<br />

29th <strong>December</strong> 9am-5pm<br />

30th <strong>December</strong> 9am-5pm<br />

31st <strong>December</strong> 10am-4pm<br />

1st January CLOSED<br />

2nd January 10am-4pm<br />

3rd January 10am-4pm<br />

4th January 2024 normal<br />

hours resume. Exterior<br />

traders hours may differ.<br />

LOCATION<br />

Cnr Riccarton and Waimairi Roads,<br />

Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041<br />

CeNTre TrAdINg HOurs<br />

9.00am – 5.00pm Monday - Saturday,<br />

10.00am – 4.00pm Sundays<br />

PubLIC HOLIdAys<br />

10:00am – 5:00pm<br />

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Jacob, Jill join big farmer protest<br />

Jacob Du fy of Darfield and his dog Ji l were among more than 2000 farmers and supporters<br />

who were in Darfield and L eston for the Groundswe l NZ protests on Friday.<br />

• More photos, story, pages 4 & 5<br />

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Drink driving<br />

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laid after<br />

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near police<br />

station<br />

• By Susan Sandys<br />

A MOTORIST a legedly more<br />

than thr e times the drink<br />

driving limit was caught after<br />

doing a burnout near the<br />

Ro leston police station.<br />

Police say the 25-year-old<br />

from Burnham recorded 1026<br />

micrograms of alcohol per<br />

litre of breath. The lega limit is<br />

250mcg/l. He was also charged<br />

with sustained lo s of traction.<br />

Senior Sergeant<br />

Dean Harker<br />

said the driver<br />

was tracked to a<br />

Burnham a dre s<br />

Organised by the Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand<br />

after a member of<br />

the public reporting<br />

s eing him<br />

doing a burnout<br />

near the Te nyson St police station<br />

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“He was a noyed about something<br />

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• Turn to page 8<br />

50,000<br />

Charlie<br />

gets a<br />

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Page 10<br />

A DARFIELD farmer has<br />

spoken of watching a man leap into<br />

the flooded Hawkins River to try and<br />

save himself after a helicopter winch<br />

rescue operation failed.<br />

Rod May had taken his tractor to<br />

the scene on Greendale Rd, to try and<br />

reach the middle-aged man who had<br />

been clinging to the branches of a tree<br />

in the rising waters on Sunday night.<br />

The man had driven into the<br />

flooded river, escaped from his car<br />

and ca led emergency services from<br />

his ce lphone which he managed to<br />

keep with him.<br />

Ultimately, a second helicopter<br />

winch operation plucked the man<br />

to safety after he was swept downstream.<br />

It was a happy ending to the<br />

ordeal which had lasted more than<br />

three hours. The rescue was among<br />

several in Canterbury on Sunday in<br />

flooded rivers.<br />

May said he and his family had just<br />

had dinner when a neighbour alerted<br />

them. Arriving about 8.50pm, he saw<br />

the floodwaters were too high for the<br />

tractor, however, he used its lights for<br />

i luminating the site where the man<br />

was. • Turn to page 5<br />

Young Christie<br />

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‘We really thought it was<br />

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• By Susan Sandys<br />

HAWKINS RIVER RESCUE<br />

Sunstrike?<br />

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LUCKY: The scene of the rescue on Sunday night, where emergency personnel encountered rapidly rising waters as<br />

they tried to rescue a man trapped in a tree in a swo len river near Darfield. Inset: Farmer Rod May i luminated the<br />

scene with his tractor.<br />

Steam trains<br />

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Springfield<br />

Darfield<br />

through<br />

to play-offs<br />

Jacob, Jill join big farmer protest<br />

Jacob Duffy of Darfield and his dog Jill were among more than 2000 farmers and supporters<br />

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A MOTORIST a legedly more<br />

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THE OWNER of the<br />

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THESE DAYS more and more<br />

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This approach of growing<br />

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And marigolds are probably the<br />

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This brightly coloured flower<br />

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Marigolds are said to deter<br />

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Plus, they look pre ty.<br />

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announced phase-outs of greyhound racing.<br />

Only last year the Government took an<br />

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tha the industry would be measured based on key<br />

performance indicators and a decision would be made<br />

in the coming months. The SPCA is now asking where<br />

are these indicators and what are they measuring?<br />

Independent reports into the welfare of dogs over the<br />

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SPCA says to ca l for an end to an industry is not<br />

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(unless sold prior)<br />

View Wed <strong>13</strong> Dec 12.30 - 1.00pm<br />

Sat 16 Dec 1.30 - 2.00pm<br />

Web pb.co.nz/ROL12963<br />

Justin Le Lievre<br />

M 022 628 <strong>13</strong>06<br />

E justinl@pb.co.nz<br />

Leeston 31 Carston Street<br />

An enviable lifestyle can be yours<br />

** Available to move in now ** Located on peaceful Carston Street surrounded by modern homes in the attractive township of<br />

Leeston, which is an easy commute from Rolleston, Lincoln and beyond to Christchurch finds this thoughtfully designed home<br />

that offers a restful retreat from your busy everyday life. Built to capture the maximum sun, this home has a spacious kitchen<br />

with a walk in Butlers Pantry which opens out onto a family living dining space and beyond to the covered patio area . This<br />

really is the perfect place to relax with a book or entertain on a summers evening. There is also a second lounge, the perfect<br />

living area for adults watching sport or children's play area on wet days. On top of this there are the three double bedrooms<br />

(master opens out onto a patio and has WIR), two bathrooms including the ensuite, good storage and the attached double<br />

garage. Heating is by way of heatpump. The easy care 651m2 section (approx) is fully fenced for pets and children and can<br />

be accessed by a gate designed for a vehicle/trailers etc.<br />

Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 | pb.co.nz<br />

3 2 2 2<br />

For Sale Buyers $689,000+<br />

View By appointment<br />

Web pb.co.nz/LEU174371<br />

Stephan Knowler AREINZ<br />

M 027 229 9522 E stephan.knowler@pb.co.nz<br />

Proud to be here


4<br />

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Southbridge<br />

34 Pacific Drive<br />

Southbridge<br />

25 Anaru Road<br />

Lincoln<br />

56B Moore Street<br />

Rolleston<br />

Lifestyle And Income Opportunity<br />

Upstairs are 3 double bedrooms, master ensuite<br />

and walk in robe<br />

• Spa bath, shower, basin, Separate toilet<br />

• Open plan kitchen/dining/lounge/ walk in pantry<br />

• Pellet fire, gas hot water, heat pump<br />

• Wrap around deck with amazing rural views<br />

• Grand entrance with foyer and staircase<br />

Downstairs: Fully self-contained 2 x double<br />

• bedrooms each with a heat pump<br />

• Large rain head shower with basin and toilet<br />

• Kitchen with laundry and a separate entrance<br />

• Conservatory living area<br />

• Private BBQ area<br />

Viewing by<br />

Appointment<br />

Call: Julz Evans<br />

027 393 6472<br />

A Rare Rakaia Huts Retreat<br />

This homely, spacious and quirky retreat has<br />

been well-loved and enjoyed for over 25 years.<br />

On offer here is:<br />

• 3 Bedrooms + study / office<br />

• Master bedroom with walk-in-robe + ensuite<br />

• Log burner<br />

• Numerous fruit trees and vegetable gardens<br />

• Basement storage room with power<br />

• Single garage<br />

• 586m2 (approx) fully-fenced section with<br />

rural views<br />

• Can come fully-furnished<br />

Viewing by<br />

Appointment<br />

Call: Julz Evans<br />

027 393 6472<br />

You Won't Want To Miss This!<br />

This gorgeous home boasts four large<br />

bedrooms, including an exquisite master<br />

ensuite, a sitting room and media lounge and<br />

a 9 metre long custom-designed venetian<br />

plaster feature wall. At the heart of the home is<br />

a custom-made kitchen with beautiful finishes<br />

and quality appliances that will inspire culinary<br />

enthusiasts. It also has a fully covered alfresco<br />

outdoor area perfect for dining and entertaining.<br />

This property is your chance to own a piece of<br />

European elegance in the heart of Lincoln.<br />

Viewing by<br />

Appointment<br />

Call: Leah Scott<br />

0274 295 126<br />

What More Can You Ask For on Moore Street!<br />

This property is more than just a house; It's a<br />

haven that seamlessly merges practicality with a<br />

dash of modern finesse<br />

• Three bedrooms comes complete with built-in<br />

wardrobes<br />

• Two Bathrooms<br />

• Modern kitchen that beckons culinary creativity.<br />

Step into the rear section and experience<br />

tranquility like never before – a private oasis for<br />

outdoor enjoyment or entertaining guests.<br />

Open Home<br />

Saturday, 16 Dec<br />

1.30pm-2.00pm<br />

Call: Anita<br />

Middleton & Ian<br />

Middleton<br />

022 151 2671<br />

022 121 1925<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> Team: Julz Evans - 027 393 6472 | Leah Scott - 0274 295 126 | Anita Middleton - 022 151 2671 | Ian Middleton - 022 121 1925<br />

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5<br />

The pros and cons<br />

of building sites<br />

When selecting a building site weigh<br />

up your lifestyle, family needs and<br />

aspirations before signing up for any<br />

section.<br />

Those purchasing early on in the<br />

development of a subdivision will<br />

have more choice of section size and<br />

orientation to the street and sun. As the<br />

individual sites are sold, there may be<br />

less availability though this need not<br />

be a deterrent. With good design any<br />

building site can be made to work.<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong> has experienced considerable<br />

growth in recent years. Sub-divisions<br />

have opened up and been built on, with<br />

new developments regularly coming on<br />

stream. Within these, section sizes vary<br />

from around 400 square metres upwards<br />

to 5,000 square metres. Lifestyle blocks<br />

are also scattered around the district.<br />

The size of the house and amount of<br />

yard desired will influence the feasibility<br />

of some building sites as will sun and<br />

wind direction, bearing in mind that a<br />

house can be designed to capture the<br />

sun’s free heat and allow for pleasant<br />

outdoor areas to enjoy.<br />

If the street side of the building site is<br />

north/north west, incorporating fenced<br />

or planted courtyards can offer private<br />

places to entertain and bask in the sun.<br />

Those wanting street presence<br />

or keen on gardening may prefer a<br />

corner section and while it might seem<br />

they offer less privacy, with strategic<br />

placement of fences quite the opposite<br />

can be the case.<br />

Weigh up your family’s needs in terms<br />

of the outdoor areas too. Do you want<br />

play areas for your children? Do you<br />

have a need for off-street parking for a<br />

number of vehicles and space for a boat,<br />

caravan or motorhome, which may need<br />

to be parked out of site of the street?<br />

How much lawn or garden do you want?<br />

Start by identifying housing<br />

developments that you like and could<br />

see your family living in. Think also<br />

about the convenience of shops and<br />

other amenities, something that may or<br />

may not be a concern.<br />

Single out possible sections then talk<br />

with a designer or builder. Most building<br />

companies have a good selection of<br />

standard plans as a starting point and<br />

they will usually work with a client to<br />

modify a plan or draw up one that will<br />

work on a particular building site, whilst<br />

also containing the components the<br />

client is seeking within their new home.<br />

Before signing up for any building<br />

site, check the Council land zoning<br />

and recession plane requirements as<br />

well as covenants for the sub-division.<br />

These will show not only how far from<br />

a boundary the house can be sited but<br />

also roof height, permissible building<br />

materials, and acceptable types of<br />

fencing, as well as what can be on<br />

view from the street like a clothes line,<br />

caravan or motorhome. Conducting<br />

your research first will save any<br />

frustration or hassles later.<br />

All sections are workable, it is simply<br />

a matter of choosing one that matches<br />

your specific needs.<br />

REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS<br />

22 Liffeyfields Drive, Lincoln<br />

7 Vitalia Crescent, Lincoln Designer Refinement in Verdeco Park<br />

Crafted with a focus on contemporary sophistication,<br />

this stylish 179m 2 three-bedroom home set on 600m 2<br />

in Verdeco Park marries sleek modern aesthetics<br />

with everyday practicality. Settled under a cathedral<br />

ceiling, the open-plan living & dining area is beautifully<br />

anchored by a designer kitchen & a spacious walkin<br />

pantry. Sizeable bi-fold doors connect with the<br />

expansive kwila deck, while an alternative stacker door<br />

extends to a second deck, providing you with valuable<br />

options for outdoor living. Set in a cul-de-sac within<br />

a community of quality homes, this property strikes<br />

the perfect balance between peace and privacy, with<br />

the lively hub of Lincoln just a few minutes away while<br />

enquiRe noW FoR PRiCinG<br />

Christchurch’s city centre can be reached in 25 minutes.<br />

Contact Mike or Steve for more information.<br />

DeADLine SALe (enquiRe FoR DeTAiLS)<br />

The Art of Modern Living!<br />

Highly specified & finished to the highest standards, this stunning 4 bedroom residence within parklike<br />

grounds epitomises residential elegance in the coveted Liffeyfields, Lincoln. Set on a spectacular<br />

2321m 2 landscape, this showstopping property stands as a showcase of both style & content.<br />

Spanning an impressive 334m 2 , at its heart lies an exceptional open-plan living space that unites the<br />

lounge with a central dining room & a designer kitchen with walk-in pantry. Each living space is tailored<br />

to flow outdoors to the deck adorned with a louvred roof, complemented by a serene pond, while the<br />

expansive grounds evoke a park-like feel, complete with vegetable gardens, a spa pool, a beautiful<br />

water feature, and meticulously maintained gardens. Triple car garaging and ample off-site parking<br />

perfect this sublime package. Buyers wanting a luxurious home in a substantial and picturesque setting<br />

are encouraged to act fast. Contact Mike or Steve today to book your viewing time.<br />

68 Rolleston Drive, Rolleston<br />

0800 645 346<br />

www.oneagencyres.co.nz<br />

Mike Goatley<br />

027 249 5561<br />

Wade Goatley<br />

027 749 6468<br />

Wayne McFarlane<br />

027 337 6093<br />

Steve Wyllie<br />

021 285 2582<br />

Glenda Crawford<br />

027 309 0115<br />

Real Estate Specialists Ltd Licenced REAA (2008)


CELEBRATE THE SEASON<br />

6<br />

Celebrate the season<br />

Lincoln 57 Halpin Drive Lincoln 264 Southfield Drive Lincoln 23 Te Raki Drive Lincoln 17 Halpin Drive<br />

Prebbleton 4 Lira Place Prebbleton 5 Hazelnut Avenue Prebbleton 570 Trents Road Lincoln 44 Poulter Road<br />

Rolleston 3 Lemonwood Drive Rolleston 10 Harrison Drive Rolleston 7 Fairhurst Place Rolleston 8 Branthwaite Drive<br />

Wishing you a safe and<br />

happy holiday season<br />

We would like to express thanks to all our clients, friends, and<br />

families for their incredible support throughout <strong>2023</strong>. Wishing<br />

you and your loved ones a festive and happy holiday season.<br />

As we gear up for the New Year, if you’re considering a change<br />

or would like to know how to achieve the best result, please<br />

get in touch, we look forward to working with you very soon.<br />

NATHAN COLLETT | 027 826 1535<br />

nathan.collett@bayleys.co.nz<br />

BIANCA DAVIDSON | 027 322 9055<br />

bianca.davidson@bayleys.co.nz<br />

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />

Residential / Commercial / Rural / Property Services


7<br />

NEW LISTING<br />

NEW LISTING<br />

Boundary lines are indicative only<br />

Dunsandel 40 Hororata Dunsandel Road<br />

Leeston 21 Woodville Street<br />

Embrace home ownership<br />

Secure your spot on the property ladder with this<br />

delightful, permanent material 90sqm (approx.) home<br />

in the community minded town of Dunsandel. Step<br />

inside and discover an updated kitchen blending<br />

seamlessly with the generous open-plan living area.<br />

Two double bedrooms, boasting ample space, also<br />

offer built-in wardrobes. Enjoy the convenience of a<br />

heat pump and there is the bonus of a second toilet<br />

and laundry enhancing the practicality and comfort of<br />

daily living.<br />

bayleys.co.nz/5522611<br />

2 1 1 1<br />

Asking Price $499,000<br />

Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519<br />

suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz<br />

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008<br />

Welcome to Woodville<br />

Street<br />

Step into a world of comfort and relaxation with this<br />

property nestled in the heart of Leeston. As you enter<br />

be greeted by a wide entranceway guiding you<br />

through to the open-plan kitchen/living/dining area.<br />

Heated by a heat pump this living space connects<br />

effortlessly to the north-facing patio and garden<br />

making it the ideal space for entertaining. A second<br />

living room offers the comfort of a gas fire and ensures<br />

everyone finds the perfect spot to relax and unwind.<br />

bayleys.co.nz/5522801<br />

4 2 2 2<br />

For Sale offers invited over $719,000<br />

Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519<br />

suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz<br />

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008<br />

Kirwee 594 Homebush Road<br />

Exceptional lifestyle living on rare 2.5 acres<br />

Set on a rare and sought-after 2.5 acres of picturesque landscape, this home offers an unrivalled blend of<br />

sophistication, comfort and natural beauty. Step into the heart of elegance as you enter the expansive open-plan<br />

living area, adorned with a cathedral ceiling and exposed timber beams that create an atmosphere of grandeur.<br />

Timber accents continue in the gorgeous kitchen, complete with stone benchtops, quality appliances and a large<br />

scullery. Year-round comfort is assured with a log fire and ducted heating, with the added benefit of solar panels for<br />

keeping costs down. Further appeal is guaranteed with a separate laundry, attic storage, inbuilt speakers, a well and<br />

irrigation. With a paddock to house the sheep and chooks, veggie beds and fruit trees for green thumbs and plenty<br />

of garden for the kids to play amongst, this exquisite property really does offer the best of easy lifestyle living.<br />

4 1 2 2<br />

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)<br />

4pm, Tue 19 Dec <strong>2023</strong><br />

View 3.15-3.45pm Sun 17 Dec or by appointment<br />

Nick Booth 027 306 3186<br />

nick.booth@bayleys.co.nz<br />

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />

bayleys.co.nz/5522720<br />

bayleys.co.nz


8<br />

Rolleston 7 Lesser Close<br />

So much to love<br />

Upon entering, you'll be greeted by striking features that elevate this property to a league of its own. The high stud<br />

feature ceilings, solar-powered skylights, and engineered stone bench tops are just a few of the thoughtfully<br />

integrated elements. What sets this home apart is not just its aesthetics, but its practical innovations which include a<br />

custom-built dining table, attached to the breakfast bar, and a kiln fire on full wetback. The home's design reflects a<br />

keen understanding of the importance of natural light and warmth. The gorgeous bathrooms are a testament to the<br />

commitment to luxury and quality. Beyond the carpeted double garage lies a multi-purpose room, with its own<br />

ranch slider access, lending itself to be a teenager's retreat, a potential fourth bedroom, a 'work from home' space or<br />

even a gym. The property sits majestically at the head of a quiet cul-de-sac on a fabulous 848sqm section.<br />

bayleys.co.nz/5522471<br />

3 2 2 2<br />

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)<br />

4pm, Tue 19 Dec <strong>2023</strong><br />

View 11.30am-12pm Sun 17 Dec or by appointment<br />

Sarah Booth 027 527 8258<br />

sarah.booth@bayleys.co.nz<br />

Nick Booth 027 306 3186<br />

nick.booth@bayleys.co.nz<br />

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />

NEW LISTING<br />

Rolleston 79 Hungerford Drive<br />

Easy entertaining, family functionality<br />

A sense of luxury is immediately apparent with gorgeous marble tiles, sleek stone kitchen benchtops, double ovens<br />

and a 90cm gas hob. Designed with easy entertaining in mind, the kitchen flows effortlessly to the outdoor alfresco<br />

area and large kwila deck. Each of the generously-proportioned bedrooms allow a peaceful sanctuary for everyone<br />

in the household, with the master suite offering an ensuite with a beautiful tiled shower. Versatility meets practicality<br />

with an additional home office/playroom with a in-built study. For the practical side of life, a central family bathroom<br />

with a tiled shower, a separate laundry and an oversized and carpeted double garage with attic storage ensure that<br />

functionality is never compromised. Combining the very best in both entertaining and family living, whilst also set in<br />

a popular location close to Foster Park and <strong>Selwyn</strong> Aquatic Centre, this home is the epitome of fine living.<br />

4 2 2 2<br />

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)<br />

4pm, Thu 21 Dec <strong>2023</strong><br />

View 11-11.30am Sun 17 Dec or by appointment<br />

Nick Booth 027 306 3186<br />

nick.booth@bayleys.co.nz<br />

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />

bayleys.co.nz/5522735<br />

bayleys.co.nz


9<br />

Four Seasons Realty<br />

Four Seasons Realty<br />

Auctions<br />

THIS WEEK (unless sold prior)<br />

<strong>13</strong> <strong>December</strong><br />

Wednesday<br />

2:00pm<br />

Russley Golf Club<br />

428 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch<br />

LIVE AUCTION STREAM www.harcourtsauctions.co.nz<br />

AUCTION<br />

Rangiora 163 West Belt<br />

Harcourts ID: RG10197<br />

AUCTION<br />

Casebrook 21 Oakmill Drive<br />

Harcourts ID: BF38544<br />

Karen Ward<br />

021 221 7027<br />

Glen Young<br />

022 493 7037<br />

AUCTION<br />

Rolleston 241 Lowes Road<br />

Harcourts ID: RL2932<br />

AUCTION<br />

Halswell 26 Gosling Crescent<br />

Harcourts ID: LN3794<br />

Stu Jones<br />

027 385 4321<br />

Jeremy Andrews & Tarcille Roffey<br />

021 969 425 | 021 512 661<br />

AUCTION<br />

Burnside 143 Clyde Road<br />

Harcourts ID: RL2931<br />

AUCTION<br />

Linwood 405 Gloucester Street<br />

Harcourts ID: LN3798<br />

Stu Jones<br />

027 385 4321<br />

Rachael McIntosh & Jan Green<br />

022 088 7280 | 027 222 8736<br />

AUCTION<br />

Rangiora 12 Brantholme Place<br />

Harcourts ID: RG10194<br />

AUCTION<br />

Rangiora <strong>13</strong> Arlington Boulevard<br />

Harcourts ID: RG10179<br />

Karen Ward<br />

021 221 7027<br />

Lisa Tippen<br />

027 454 5416<br />

Four Seasons Realty<br />

Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008


10<br />

TOP SALES<br />

FOR EACH OF OUR OFFICES<br />

FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER<br />

Consultants<br />

A big thank you to our clients for their trust and<br />

support, and congratulations to our top achievers!<br />

Your success is our success, and we couldn’t have<br />

achieved it without you.<br />

Gemma & Sue Roberts<br />

Belfast<br />

Jackie Frame<br />

HanmerSprings<br />

Lyn & Nicholas Martin<br />

Hornby<br />

We understand that your home is your most valuable<br />

asset, and we take that trust seriously. Our awardwinning<br />

team consistently delivers results year after<br />

year, and we are committed to providing the highest<br />

level of service to our clients. If you are looking to<br />

buy or sell a property, contact us today. Let us show<br />

you why working with Harcourts is the best choice<br />

for your real estate needs.<br />

Rebecca Goile-Ensor<br />

Kaiapoi<br />

Jan Green<br />

Lincoln<br />

Jaden & Rana Ransley<br />

Prebbleton<br />

0800 789 1011<br />

harcourtsfourseasons.co.nz<br />

Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008<br />

Four Seasons Realty<br />

Victoria Thompson<br />

Rangiora<br />

Katie Harrison<br />

Rolleston<br />

Mitch & Mana<br />

The Palms<br />

Four Seasons Realty<br />

THE<br />

Difference<br />

At Harcourts, we are committed to delivering excellence in everything we do.<br />

Our team of experts is at your service, ensuring a seamless experience. With <strong>13</strong>5<br />

years of real estate experience, we provide confidence for your next move.<br />

On a scale of one to ten, we’re still an eleven!<br />

Harcourts has been voted New Zealand’s Most Trusted Real Estate Brand for 11<br />

years running, and also holds the Reader’s Digest Quality Service Award for 7<br />

consecutive years. These accolades reflect our commitment to exceptional service<br />

and the expertise of our dedicated professionals.<br />

Contact us today<br />

0800 789 1011 | harcourtsfourseasons.co.nz<br />

Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008<br />

*Reader’s Digest New Zealand Trusted Brands Survey 20<strong>13</strong>-<strong>2023</strong>.<br />

*Reader’s Digest New Zealand Quality Service Award 2018-2024.


11<br />

New Listing/Open Home<br />

New Listing<br />

FOR SALE<br />

32 Hartford Crescent, Rolleston<br />

3A2B2J<br />

FOR SALE<br />

247a Lincoln Rolleston Road, Rolleston<br />

3A2B1J<br />

• Short drive to Rolleston<br />

centre<br />

• Fully fenced & secure<br />

backyard<br />

• Open plan kitchen, dining and<br />

living<br />

• Master with ensuite and walk<br />

in robe<br />

• Master build guarantee<br />

For Sale<br />

Offers Over $740,000<br />

View<br />

Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm<br />

Sunday 12.30 - 1.00pm<br />

Rowan Shepherd<br />

027 303 1565<br />

rowan.shepherd@raywhite.com<br />

Georgina Christie<br />

027 523 2641<br />

georgina.christie@raywhite.com<br />

• Backed by a Masterbuild<br />

Guarantee<br />

• $7500 allowance for soft<br />

landscaping<br />

• Equipped with Haier<br />

appliances<br />

• Appraised weekly rent at<br />

$550-580 per week<br />

For Sale<br />

$660,000<br />

View<br />

by appointment<br />

Rowan Shepherd<br />

027 303 1565<br />

rowan.shepherd@raywhite.com<br />

Paul Dodds<br />

021 210 5559<br />

paul.dodds@raywhite.com<br />

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30545<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30586<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />

New Listing/Open Home<br />

New Listing<br />

FOR SALE<br />

7 Queen Street, Coalgate<br />

1A<br />

FOR SALE<br />

247b Lincoln Rolleston Road, Rolleston<br />

3A2B1J<br />

• Private hideaway, nestled on<br />

an 811sqm section<br />

• Open plan living/bed/kitchen<br />

area to make your own<br />

• Beautiful well established<br />

gardens frame the entrance<br />

way and home<br />

• Multiple outdoor storage<br />

areas<br />

Deadline Sale<br />

11am Thursday 21st<br />

<strong>December</strong> <strong>2023</strong> - unless<br />

sold prior.<br />

View<br />

Wednesday 3.30 - 4.00pm<br />

Sunday 12.00 - 12.30pm<br />

'Big Red' Shefford<br />

027 224 4733<br />

brendan.shefford@raywhite.com<br />

Jayden Cullen<br />

027 391 6785<br />

jayden.cullen@raywhite.com<br />

• Thoughtfully crafted 117m2<br />

floor plan<br />

• Functional and stylish kitchen<br />

with Haier appliances<br />

• Backed by a Masterbuild<br />

Guarantee<br />

• $7500 allowance for soft<br />

landscaping<br />

For Sale<br />

$660,000<br />

View<br />

by appointment<br />

Rowan Shepherd<br />

027 303 1565<br />

rowan.shepherd@raywhite.com<br />

Paul Dodds<br />

021 210 5559<br />

paul.dodds@raywhite.com<br />

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31415<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30587<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)


12<br />

New Listing<br />

New Listing<br />

FOR SALE<br />

11 Charles Street, Prebbleton<br />

6A4B2J<br />

FOR SALE<br />

41A Seymour Drive, Rolleston<br />

6A4B2J<br />

• Subdivided duplex, each<br />

standing on its own title<br />

• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,<br />

garage with internal access<br />

• Appraised weekly rent at<br />

$<strong>13</strong>20-$<strong>13</strong>60 per week for<br />

entire duplex<br />

• Built to the latest regulatory<br />

insulation standards<br />

For Sale<br />

$1,240,000<br />

View<br />

by appointment<br />

Rowan Shepherd<br />

027 303 1565<br />

rowan.shepherd@raywhite.com<br />

Paul Dodds<br />

021 210 5559<br />

paul.dodds@raywhite.com<br />

• Rare subdivided duplex is a<br />

testament to contemporary<br />

living and prudent investment<br />

• Both homes feature 3<br />

bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,<br />

internal access garage<br />

• Appraised weekly rent at<br />

$1200-$1260 per week for<br />

entire duplex<br />

For Sale<br />

$1,195,000<br />

View<br />

by appointment<br />

Rowan Shepherd<br />

027 303 1565<br />

rowan.shepherd@raywhite.com<br />

Paul Dodds<br />

021 210 5559<br />

paul.dodds@raywhite.com<br />

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30589<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30588<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />

Final Week<br />

FOR SALE<br />

35 School Road, Tai Tapu<br />

• Stylish kitchen boasts large central island with adjoining sunsoaked<br />

dining area opening to a private patio<br />

• Main living area & separate lounge both open to sunny decks for<br />

relaxed family living & easy entertaining<br />

• Log burner, 2 heat pumps & undertile heating in the bathrooms<br />

• 2 bedrooms feature walk-in robes, master suite also has ensuite<br />

• Double garage with drive-thru plus gated off-street parking<br />

• Conveniently located a short stroll to the school & cafes<br />

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30493<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />

Deadline Sale<br />

All offers to be presented at 4pm,<br />

Tuesday 19th <strong>December</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

(unless sold prior)<br />

View<br />

Thursday 1:00 to 1:30pm<br />

Sunday 1:15 to 1:45pm<br />

4A1K2B2L2J<br />

Emma Langton-George<br />

027 555 0568<br />

Dwayne Bloomfield<br />

021 163 9874<br />

dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com


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New Listing<br />

New Listing/Open Home<br />

FOR SALE<br />

Lot 16 Flemington, Lincoln<br />

3A2B1J<br />

FOR SALE<br />

3 Eaton Place, Lincoln<br />

3A2B1L2J<br />

• Sought after Flemington<br />

subdivision<br />

• 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home<br />

on 123m2<br />

• Built to the latest regulation<br />

standards<br />

• High end Fisher & Paykel<br />

appliances<br />

For Sale<br />

$730,000<br />

View<br />

by appointment<br />

Rowan Shepherd<br />

027 303 1565<br />

rowan.shepherd@raywhite.com<br />

Paul Dodds<br />

021 210 5559<br />

paul.dodds@raywhite.com<br />

• Quiet cu-de-sac location set<br />

in popular Barton Fields<br />

• Superbly sunny open plan<br />

living with easy flow to patio<br />

• Kitchen with breakfast bar<br />

• Three double bedrooms,<br />

master with ensuite & sliders<br />

• Easy-care 565sqm section<br />

walking distance to schools<br />

For Sale<br />

Offers Over $789,000<br />

View<br />

Sunday 12:00 to 12:30pm<br />

Emma Langton-George<br />

027 555 0568<br />

Dwayne Bloomfield<br />

021 163 9874<br />

dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com<br />

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30585<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30591<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />

Ray White Red Chili<br />

<strong>Selwyn</strong>'s largest locally owned & operated<br />

property management company<br />

Paul Clement<br />

Business Development Manager<br />

bdm.redchili@raywhite.com<br />

027 522 8210<br />

Warner Wilson<br />

Business Development Manager<br />

redchili.bdm@raywhite.com<br />

027 212 9619<br />

Cara Callister<br />

Manager/ Senior Property Manager<br />

027 247 4083<br />

Donna-Marie Bell<br />

Property Manager<br />

027 456 1<strong>13</strong>3<br />

Karyn Kirk<br />

Property Manager<br />

027 227 7663<br />

Emily Stock<br />

Property Manager<br />

021 663 700<br />

Ellie Bagiscan<br />

Property Manager<br />

027 239 7949<br />

Call or email Paul or Warner for a free rental appraisal<br />

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security system are just a few of the many extras on<br />

offer with this property. There is a separate standalone<br />

spacious office/studio that gives options for<br />

those who require a dedicated work from home space<br />

or alternatively, room for a dependant relative.<br />

a short, easy commute into the city or out to Ro leston.<br />

Karen Hennessy<br />

Mobile: 027 967 0186<br />

karen.hennessy@pggwrightson.co.nz<br />

Week commencing Tuesday, 3Rd ocToBeR 2017<br />

As always, this builder has finished his latest new build to<br />

perfection, incorporating a l the ‘must haves’ and more for<br />

keep cool or warm, as required, at the push of a bu ton with<br />

2 heat pumps.<br />

The home’s practical layout also includes a walk-in linen<br />

room, a substantial separate laundry, a tic storage with<br />

ladder access and last, but certainly not least, hugely sought<br />

after 4 car garaging. From the moment you approach this<br />

www.flemington.co.nz<br />

Mobile: 027 527 8258<br />

Mobile: 027 224 4733<br />

Week commencing WeDneSDAY, 23RD mAY 2018<br />

Going away on holiday should be a time<br />

of fun and relaxation and be as stress-free<br />

as possible. The last thing you want to hear<br />

is that your home has been robbed. Here<br />

are some tips to reduce that likelihood.<br />

• Make sure your home looks<br />

occupied. This means having your<br />

letter box cleared and not piling up,<br />

lawns mowed regularly, rubbish bins<br />

returned after being emptied, a car<br />

in the driveway if possible and lights<br />

on at night. However, don’t make it<br />

obvious that the lights are on a timer.<br />

Stop any regular or online deliveries<br />

while you are away. Have someone<br />

open and close curtains and park<br />

their car in your driveway. The<br />

ultimate security measure would be<br />

to have a trusted house<br />

sitter.<br />

• Remember to lock up<br />

your property, including<br />

all windows, doors,<br />

sheds, and garages. Use<br />

deadbolts if they are<br />

fitted, and fit a blocking<br />

bar to sliding doors to<br />

prevent entry. Ensure all<br />

tools are locked away so<br />

they can’t be used to aid<br />

entry.<br />

• Reduce the risk of being<br />

burgled by having an<br />

alarm system. Even<br />

while away, you can<br />

monitor your property<br />

in real-time. There are<br />

many cost-effective<br />

and easy-to-install<br />

smart alarm systems<br />

on the market. They<br />

can include doorbell<br />

cameras, security<br />

cameras, motion<br />

detectors and voice<br />

commands.<br />

• Avoid the temptation to<br />

let everyone know on<br />

social media or while<br />

you’re out in public that<br />

you will be absent from<br />

your home. Plenty of<br />

crooked people are on<br />

the lookout for that type<br />

of information. Wait<br />

Your guide to all things Real Estate<br />

in the <strong>Selwyn</strong> District<br />

Safeguard your home during the holidays<br />

until you return to post photos and<br />

videos of your trip away.<br />

• Get to know your neighbours and<br />

your community. Let them know<br />

you’ll be away and ask them to<br />

keep an eye on your property or<br />

invite them to park their car in your<br />

driveway.<br />

• If someone does break into your<br />

home, don’t make things easy for<br />

them. Hide all your valuables,<br />

computers, devices, jewellery,<br />

and confidential and financial<br />

documents. Having a fitted safe and<br />

using it can give you peace of mind.<br />

• Lastly, ensure your house and<br />

contents insurance covers are up to<br />

date and appropriate for your needs.<br />

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The home features four bedrooms (master with<br />

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gardens with automated watering. Triple car garaging,<br />

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Auction (unless sold prior)<br />

Thursday 19 October, 2pm<br />

411 Blenheim Road<br />

www.pggwre.co.nz/DAR26164<br />

the discerning buyer. Situated on a 1200m 2 section, with<br />

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provides the ultimate in family living options. The sunny &<br />

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together with define dining, living & study spaces that<br />

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fresco’ entertaining area.<br />

The formal lounge als opens to the landscaped garden<br />

& has a boxed high stud ceiling with sound speakers. A l 4<br />

bedrooms are fabulously proportioned queen sized rooms,<br />

with the master suite providing the perfect parents’ retreat<br />

featuring an amazing dressing room with fu l wardrobe<br />

system, additional storage & a beautiful tiled ensuite with<br />

double tiled shower, freestanding bath & twin vanities. The<br />

family bathroom is equa ly elegant with a tiled shower &<br />

twin vanities. Cosy up in front of the log burner, keep your<br />

toes warm with the under tile heating in the bathrooms &<br />

DeaDline Sale:<br />

Closing 4pm on Monday<br />

11th June 2018<br />

(unless sold prior)<br />

rwro leston.co.nz/RLL23148<br />

Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd<br />

Licensed (REAA 2008) - West Melton<br />

Sarah Booth<br />

Contact:<br />

Set amongst other quality homes on larger sections,<br />

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Contact:<br />

Phone: 03 341 4301<br />

premium property, you wi l appreciate what a privilege it<br />

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This immaculate and homely property is sure<br />

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• A spacious living/dining/kitchen<br />

• Large walk in pantry<br />

• 3 Double bedrooms<br />

• Master ensuite and walk in robe<br />

• Double internal access garage<br />

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• Pellet Fire<br />

• Established 747m2 section<br />

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Call Julz Evans<br />

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wow-factors that will captivate and delight you<br />

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• Section size: 793m2<br />

Call Julz Evans<br />

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Wednesday <strong>13</strong> <strong>December</strong><br />

12.30pm – 1.00pm<br />

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4.00pm – 4.30pm<br />

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Thursday 14 <strong>December</strong><br />

1.00pm – 1.30pm<br />

95 Wards Road, Rolleston<br />

Property Brokers Canterbury Ltd<br />

7 Queen Street, Coalgate<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

492 Hoskyns Road, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

5 Ashton Rise, West Melton<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

35 School Road, Tai Tapu<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

11.00am – 11.30am<br />

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70 Hungerford Drive, Rolleston<br />

Bayleys Canterbury<br />

39 Blunden Road, Lincoln<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

7 Clydesdale Way, Lincoln<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

7 Lesser Close, Rolleston<br />

Bayleys Canterbury<br />

58 Lucca Crescent, Rolleston<br />

Total Realty<br />

1 Snowcup Close, Lincoln<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

1.00pm – 1.30pm<br />

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3 Pethig Place, Halswell<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

35 School Road, Tai Tapu<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

34 Manor Drive, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

19 Bradbury Avenue, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

5 Ashton Rise, West Melton<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

68E Thackeray Place, Waltham<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

3.00pm – 3.30pm<br />

325 Curraghs Road, Rolleston<br />

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd<br />

11.45am – 12.15pm<br />

560 East Maddisons Road, Rolleston<br />

Bayleys Canterbury<br />

1.45pm – 2.15pm<br />

42 Territory Road, Rolleston<br />

Bayleys Canterbury<br />

5.30pm – 6.00pm<br />

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Sunday 17 <strong>December</strong><br />

10.30am – 11.00am<br />

11.00am – 11.30am<br />

8 Riverstone Drive, Rolleston<br />

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16 Greenlaw Street, Lincoln<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

47 Territory Street, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

32 Hartford Crescent, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

8 Riverstone Drive, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

3 Pethig Place, Prebbleton<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

95 Wards Road, Rolleston<br />

Property Brokers Canterbury Ltd<br />

56B Moore Street, Rolleston<br />

Total Realty<br />

33 Hungerford Drive, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

70 Silver Peaks Drive, West Melton<br />

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd<br />

5 Marquess Avenue, Halswell<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

325 Curraghs Road, Rolleston<br />

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd<br />

41 Drylands Drive, Rolleston<br />

Total Realty<br />

49 Payne Court, Lincoln<br />

Property Brokers Canterbury Ltd<br />

11.45am – 12.15pm<br />

12.00pm – 12.30pm<br />

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492 Hoskyns Road, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

3 Eaton Place, Lincoln<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

7 Queen Street, Coalgate<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

16 Greenlaw Street, Lincoln<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

223 Brookside Road, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

1<strong>13</strong>1 Old West Coast Road, West Melton<br />

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd<br />

2572 Bealey Road, Hororata<br />

Total Realty<br />

32 Hartford Crescent, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

<strong>13</strong> Berners Way, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

10 Russell Lilley Drive, Rolleston<br />

Bayleys Canterbury<br />

35 Ledbury Drive, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

47 Territory Street, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

8 Wrights Road, Sheffield<br />

Property Brokers Canterbury Ltd<br />

5 Maleny Lane, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

11 Kinglear Drive, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

1.45pm – 2.15pm<br />

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<strong>13</strong> Transport Lane, Oxford<br />

Total Realty<br />

9 Weston Way, Lincoln<br />

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7 Lolite Lane, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

10 Anaru Road, Lincoln<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

5 Marquess Avenue, Halswell<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

22A Main Street, Oxford<br />

Total Realty<br />

8 Riverstone Drive, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

35B Tramway Road, Kirwee<br />

Property Brokers Canterbury Ltd<br />

594 Homebush Road, Kirwee<br />

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1 Meadows Drive, Rolleston<br />

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />

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Rolleston 03 347 9988<br />

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West Melton 03 347 9933<br />

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Lincoln 03 325 7299<br />

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HARCOURTS<br />

www.fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz<br />

Hornby 03 349 9919<br />

Rolleston 03 347 4711<br />

Lincoln 03 662 9933<br />

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www.totalrealty.co.nz 022 151 2671 or 022 121 1925<br />

PROPERTY BROKERS<br />

www.propertybrokers.co.nz<br />

Rolleston 03 929 0306<br />

Darfield 03 975 4506<br />

Leeston 03 929 0306<br />

Lincoln 03 595 6954<br />

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www.bayleys.co.nz<br />

Rolleston +64 3 347 9949<br />

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