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Selwyn Times Wednesday January 31 2024 14 NEWS Musician charged Legal Matters Specialist Property and Public Works Act Lawyers Tavendale and Partners is delighted to have two leading property lawyers on the team that are particularly experienced in assisting private landowners with the loss of their land when it is acquired pursuant to the Public Works Act. Kate Warren is a Selwyn local that has a Masters of Law (Hons) degree in the area of Property Law. Kate has assisted multiple private landowners in Canterbury with the loss of their land when it has been acquired by the Crown and Councils. These land acquisitions have included the taking of farmland, residential property, business relocation, and many other associated issues. In 2023 the TP team welcomed on board Richard Rodden, a partner at our Auckland office. Richard spent the last few years of his career working for an intermediary organisation often used by the acquiring authority to negotiate the land acquisition from private landowners. Not only is Richard an expert property lawyer, he comes with an insight into the workings and processes on the other side of the table. Supporting Kate and Richard, you have the benefit of a strong Environment and Resource Management team, together with one of the few accredited suppliers to Land Information New Zealand, Kit Mouat. We really do have all the specialist skills, together with real motivation and passion for all issues in respect of property law, Crown land, conservation, land information New Zealand dealings, and Public Works Act, all under one roof! The Public Works Act provides for a process under which land (or an interest in land such as an easement) can be acquired or taken for the purposes of a public work, and navigating this can be challenging. For private landowners, the prospect of having your land taken under the Public Works Act can be a complex, stressful and impactful process. Section 66 of the Public Works Act provides that your reasonable legal fees are usually covered and therefore there is no cost to you, nor reason not to go straight to those that really specialise in this area of the law. Keep an eye out for our next article for more on the Public Works Act from a legal perspective. with sexual assault eleven years on • By Anna Leask A MUSICIAN has been charged with sexually assaulting a woman. Manu Francois, 34, appeared in the district court on Tuesday for the first time since his arrest. Police allege Francois, who lives in the West Melton area, sexually violated a woman over the age of 16 between December 1 and 31, 2013. He did not seek name suppression when he appeared before a community magistrate this morning, by audio-visual link from the police cells. The court heard he had applied for legal aid and was seeking bail. Bail was granted on condition he surrender his passport and not make any contact with the complainant. He is due to appear in court again on February 20. Francois is described online as “a New Zealand rapper, singer-songwriter, music producer, multi-instrumentalist and model”. He was born in St Lucia and has split his time between the Caribbean island, where his father lives, and Christchurch, where his mother is from. His first album was released in 2017, followed by albums in 2018 and 2020. “Francois was nominated for Best International Artist for the BingeTV 2021 Music Awards,” an online profile says. “Francois has run his own recording studio . . . He is also a member of the groove roulette band ZoLeKa.” Five weeks ago he posted on Instagram that he was “moving to England/Europe” to continue his music. “I create my own brand of pop music, I also play guitar and write ballads,” he said. “I am a lone wolf but a vibrant entertainer. I dream to play festivals and shows CHARGED: Christchurch-based musician Manu Francois appeared in court on Tuesday for allegedly sexually violating a woman in 2013. around the world and I am working on this goal in 2024.” A week ago, he posted a series of photos with his young child and family. “We’re about to leave New Zealand for Berlin, where I will be focusing on building my music career and working on my life generally,” he said. “I might even disappear off social media and focus on just living my life. Remember just living our lives? Miss that. “2024 for me is a year of growth, dedication, fun, freedom and life in general. I truly look forward to what’s to come.” Francois is married with a child. – NZ Herald Please contact us to make an appointment in one of the four convenient office locations Darfield • Ashburton • Rolleston • Christchurch Kate Warren (Senior Associate) Mobile: 0273843054 Email: kate.warren@tp.co.nz Rolleston & Darfield office: 03 317 9099 Christchurch office: 03 374 9999 Ashburton office: 03 308 4188 Rural and Agricultural Law, Conveyancing, refinancing, leasing & property transactions, Land acquisitions, boundary adjustment and subdivision, Insurance Law, Occupation Right Agreements and Estate and Succession Planning, including Enduring Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and Wills. MUSIC: Francois describes himself as a “lone wolf” and a “vibrant entertainer”. SEXUAL HARM Where to get help: If it’s an emergency and you feel that you or someone else is at risk, call 111. If you’ve ever experienced sexual assault or abuse and need to talk to someone, contact Safe to Talk confidentially, any time 24/7: • Call 0800 044 334 • Text 4334 • Email support@ safetotalk.nz • For more info or to web chat visitsafetotalk.nz Alternatively contact your local police station. If you have been sexually assaulted, remember it’s not your fault.
Wednesday January 31 2024 Selwyn Times 15 Kite Day Saturday 3 February, 11am–3pm Foster Park, Rolleston Enjoy a relaxed whānau day out, soak up the sun and take in the spectacular view of the sky lit up with colourful Peter Lynn kites. From inflatable dragons, sea creatures and cartoon characters to the more classic shapes and styles, there’s something for everyone. Kite Making Workshop Join the ReDiscover Team between 10.30am and 12pm to create a sustainable kite using upcycled materials. Food Stalls The Coffee Lady | Sangkusta | One Scoop or Two Ice Cream | Mr Churros | Spring Potato | Mukja — Korean Food Truck | Boon Cake Asian Cuisine | Lil Orbits Donuts | Siam Tuk Tuk | Snoman Shaved Ice Help us deliver a zero waste and plastic-free event by bringing your own reusable cup, plates and cutlery! selwyn.govt.nz/summerinselwyn
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