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Bay Harbour News Wednesday December 13 2023 4 NEWS Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz ‘It’s a shared path, share the thing’ • From page 1 Cyclists are recommended by the city council to either pass pedestrians considerately, use alternative routes, or use the road cycle lane. Some users of the path, especially cyclists, see the issue differently and feel it is everyone’s responsibility to keep the route safe. Reuben Hunt, of Sumner, uses the pathway to walk and cycle. He has sympathy for both sides of the issue. “You get a tiny minority of cyclists and pedestrians that spoil it for everyone else.” Hunt believes it would help solve the issue if advanced road and speed cyclists used the road cycle lane. Sumner resident Peter van Hout uses the pathway to cycle to work. He believes some pedestrians need to be more aware of their surroundings. “I see walkers walking on their right, so I am heading for them. Do I stay on my course, or do I assume they will see me and go back on track to their left again?” Overall, van Hout wants all users of the pathway to be mindful of best practices on a mixed-use pathway. “Be kind, and that is what EASE: The Coastal Pathway officially opened last week and residents such as handcyclist Sarah Kerr are enjoying utilising the flat route as a way to avoid road traffic. “You get a tiny minority of cyclists and pedestrians that spoil it for everyone else.” – Reuben Hunt it boils down to. It’s a shared pathway, share the thing.” Sumner Residents’ Association and Hub coordinator Charlie Hudson said despite these issues, the pathway should keep its character as a mixed-use route. However, the residents’ association does recommend fast cyclists use the road cycleway. “If you’re going at a speed that you would be comfortable with on the road, then you need to be on the road.” Sarah Kerr is a hand cyclist with cerebral palsy who wants pedestrians to be understanding of cyclists who are not comfortable using the road cycleway. She has tried riding on the road before but felt intimidated by the proximity of the car traffic. “It’s super scary.” The issue of cyclists riding on the pathway has been divisive online, said Kerr. “I have been told that all cyclists on the pathway are rude and if you’re a cyclist you should be on the road.” The hand cyclist finds it safer to ride on the pathway. Her handcycle’s top speed on flat ground is only 8km/h. “I do try to be aware of who’s around me. If I see somebody who is going to have trouble, I either slow down or stop.” Kerr believes cyclists riding faster than 30km/h should use the road cycleway. SUMMER DISCOUNTS ON OUR OUTDOOR AWNINGS YOUR LOCAL ACCOUNTANT WE CAN COME TO YOU! ü ü ü Financial Statement Preparation Tax Preparation & Compliance Xero & MYOB Specialists Folding Arm, Straight Drop or Louvre Roofs Awnings are designed to provide convenience, comfort and shelter with automated solutions. We have a number of different styles to suit your needs and budget. Not only will these provide great shelter, but also make the place look vibrant and cosy, and to top it off THEY ARE NEW ZEALAND MADE! The system can be operated manually or controlled with a remote system, which makes it even more convenient and hassle-free. ASK ABOUT OUR NEW LOUVRE ROOF SYSTEMS! 7 MARGOT LANE, MT PLEASANT PH: 03 384 4633 MOB: 021 677 670 www.sclarke.co.nz steven@sclarke.co.nz oN sAle Now! 99 Sawyers Arms Rd, Papanui Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 1pm We come to you with our mobile service, or see us in-store. Free Measure & Quote Phone. 365 4666 www.venluree.co.nz 03 322 4548 | Easy Parking 17 Lillian Street, Halswell www.maxwellfashion.co.nz Open Mon-Fri 9.30am - 4.30pm Saturday 10.00am - 1.00pm Check out our facebook page LAYBY WELCOME Now only $35.80 Plus $5 P&H per copy AvAilAble from stAr mediA: Level One, 359 Lincoln Road Addington, Christchurch Phone 379 7100
Wednesday December 13 2023 Bay Harbour News Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz NEWS 5 Cashmere High races to victory • By Sam Coughlan CASHMERE HIGH School’s junior adventure racing team has won the national Get2Go Challenge in Tongariro. The team, made up of three year 9 students and five year 10s, were first out of 12 schools after five days of gruelling competition – running, biking, kayaking and problem solving. They scored 2484 points, more than 200 clear of secondplaced John Paul College from Rotorua. Cashmere High team coordinator Mike Bennett said it was a fantastic week. “I think anyone would be proud of this team. They’re really great to work with, great doing challenges and amazing outside competition too,” he said. The first and only previous time Cashmere High lifted the trophy was in 2012, and Bennett said it’s great to get it back. “We came close in 2021 when we finished second, and lots of these guys have older siblings who were in that team so it’s good for them to be able to get one up on their siblings,” he said. Despite coming second to Middleton Grange in the Canterbury regional event, Cashmere qualified for the final after Middleton Grange pulled out. “We were a bit lucky to make it, but I think it showed that we deserved to be there in the end,” Bennett said. The competition began with three days of problem solving tasks to earn competition points, with events like bike limbo, paddling an upside-down kayak, and rope climbing. Teams then competed in two days of racing across land and water in a bid to get to the finish line first. Staggered starts on the final day based on existing points meant no matter what had happened in the lead-up, the first team to finish would be the champions. And it was Cashmere High, with Elsie Brown, Katie Chinn, Ben Coughlan, Finn Groer, Silas Jones, Greta Prince, AJ Williams and Anna Wright getting there first. WINNERS: (Clockwise from top left) Sara Prince, Greta Prince, Finn Groer, Katie Chinn, Elsie Brown, Mike Bennett, Silas Jones, AJ Williams, Ben Coughlan and Anna Wright with the Get2Go Challenge trophy. AJ Williams, Anna Wright, Finn Groer and Elsie Brown complete the biking stage of the race. PHOTOS: JONAS POHLMAN/ HILLARY OUTDOORS Still Pedalling Longtime Sumner local Trevor Crowe has been involved with cars for quite a while... You can benefit from his experience at... 518 Moorhouse Ave. Phone 379 7615 or email service@crowesport.co.nz www.crowesport.co.nz FREE LOAN CARS Come in and see us today! Addington, Ferrymead, Hornby, Lichfield St, Papanui, Rangiora, Shirley, Tower Junction or shop online at shop.resene.co.nz We SERVICE all makes and models and have a great range of Subarus for sale WOF’s | Service Checks | Wheel Alignments Brakes | Clutches | Tyres etc As The Crowe Flies The Trevor Crowe Story BUY NOW On Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products Conditions: Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers. The discount reduction will be calculated on the normal retail price OR if you have a Resene DIY card you can get the Save the GST value sale discount and an extra 5% off. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales. Paint offer also available at participating Mitre 10 MEGA, Mitre 10 and Hammer Hardware stores. Not available in conjunction with any other offer. Offer available 14 December 2023 - 30 January 2024. GO WEST NIK KERSHAW THE MOCKERS THE CHOIRBOYS RIKKI MORRIS AUTOMATIC 80’S Merry Christmas GET THE PERFECT PRESENT 2 MARCH LINCOLN DOMAIN selwynsounds.co.nz PRINCIPAL PARTNER NEW ARTIST
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