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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY <strong>28</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
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GOES THE DISTANCE: Cooper<br />
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Thomas Cowan from North<br />
Harbour Bays to the finish line<br />
in the 800m.<br />
PHOTO: ALISHA LOVRICH<br />
• By Sam Coughlan<br />
PROMISING SELWYN<br />
Athletics Club runner Cooper<br />
Wightman has broke yet<br />
another record.<br />
Wightman set a new New<br />
Zealand U17 record for the<br />
800m at the International Track<br />
Meet at Nga Puna Wai at the<br />
weekend.<br />
The 16-year-old ran a time of<br />
1:50.46 and finished fourth –<br />
missing out on a medal by just<br />
two-tenths of a second.<br />
Last October Wightman<br />
set the fastest time ever for a<br />
15-year-old New Zealander with<br />
1:52.34 in the 800m, and was<br />
among the fastest U16 runners<br />
in the world in the event.<br />
The Rolleston resident and<br />
Christchurch Boys’ High<br />
student also won the 800m at<br />
the Canterbury track and field<br />
championships this month at<br />
Nga Puna Wai, and is coached<br />
by Commonwealth Games<br />
representative Angie Petty.<br />
Daniel Prescott, who also<br />
runs for <strong>Selwyn</strong> and is coached<br />
by Petty, finished eighth at the<br />
ITM with a time of 1:52.68 –<br />
a new personal-best for the<br />
17-year-old.<br />
The race was won by<br />
Tauranga’s Sam Tanner, who<br />
beat Australia’s Luke Boyes by<br />
six-tenths of a second, while<br />
North Harbour’s Thomas<br />
Cowan finished third.<br />
ECan plans<br />
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by nearly<br />
25 per cent<br />
• By Daniel Alvey<br />
RURAL RATEPAYERS are facing<br />
another blow as Environment<br />
Canterbury proposes hiking rates<br />
by 24.2 per cent.<br />
The proposed increase comes as<br />
rural ratepayers are already set to<br />
take on the brunt of the district<br />
council’s rate rises of about 17 per<br />
cent.<br />
On Friday ECan unveiled its<br />
proposed Long-Term Plan – its<br />
budget for the next decade.<br />
Improved flood protection<br />
infrastructure, future-proofing<br />
public transport and better pest<br />
management drove much of the<br />
proposed work in the LTP, ECan<br />
said.<br />
ECan is proposing spending<br />
$4.2 billion over the coming<br />
decade, with $346 million of<br />
spending in just the first year.<br />
ECan’s rating example shows<br />
a $1.12 million property in<br />
Springston would have an<br />
increase of $117.62 and a total bill<br />
of $700.61.<br />
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NEWS 3<br />
School frustrated by safety delays<br />
• By Daniel Alvey<br />
WEST ROLLESTON Primary<br />
School will finally receive<br />
some much-needed road safety<br />
improvements. But they are still<br />
at least a year away.<br />
The school has been pleading<br />
for lower speed limits and better<br />
crossing points around its school<br />
for several years.<br />
Next year the school’s closest<br />
intersection of Dunns Crossing<br />
and Burnham School Rds will<br />
have traffic lights added to it as<br />
part of the council’s draft <strong>2024</strong>-<br />
34 Long Term Plan.<br />
Council head of operational<br />
delivery Gareth Morgan said the<br />
traffic lights were planned for<br />
<strong>2024</strong>/25 at a cost of about $4 million.<br />
They would be done in coordination<br />
with NZ Transport<br />
Agency Waka Kotahi works at<br />
the roundabout at Dunns Crossing<br />
Rd and State Highway One.<br />
School board chair Rob Hunt<br />
said he was pleased with the plan<br />
to install the<br />
traffic lights.<br />
“It will be<br />
a significant<br />
improvement to<br />
the area and one<br />
which we can’t<br />
wait to happen,”<br />
Hunt said.<br />
It will still Rob Hunt<br />
leave speed limit<br />
BUSY: Every weekday 600 pupils at West Rolleston Primary School use this kea crossing.<br />
The school is still waiting for better crossing points and lower speed limits.<br />
changes outstanding.<br />
A fortnight ago, Hunt made<br />
his third plea to councillors for<br />
change.<br />
The school was expected to<br />
get a speed reduction at the<br />
beginning of this year. But that<br />
was placed on hold in December<br />
following a change in direction<br />
by the Government.<br />
The Government sent a letter<br />
to all councils in December,<br />
advising them to pause work on<br />
speed limits until it has developed<br />
its new speed limit setting<br />
rules with NZ Transport Agency<br />
Waka Kotahi.<br />
Twenty-six schools in <strong>Selwyn</strong><br />
would have had either variable<br />
speed limits or permanent<br />
30km/h limits added in the<br />
council’s speed management<br />
plan, with some of the changes<br />
made before schools reopened in<br />
the new year.<br />
Morgan told councillors last<br />
week the Government direction<br />
has meant there is little that can<br />
be done by council at the moment.<br />
“The current situation is a difficult<br />
one for our team to navigate<br />
through as well. We have a<br />
number of the team who worked<br />
hard over many months in 2023<br />
to develop a speed management<br />
plan, only to find themselves in<br />
this position – on hold.”<br />
Even though council can<br />
change speed limits, Morgan<br />
said Transport Minister Simeon<br />
Brown had advised them not to<br />
until the new rule was in place.<br />
Morgan also noted Brown was in<br />
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new speed limit rules will be in<br />
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“We’re unaware of the detail<br />
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that detail will be,” Morgan said.<br />
Hunt said it was frustrating for<br />
the speed changes to be placed<br />
on hold.<br />
“It’s frustrating as a school that<br />
we continue to rely on now in this<br />
case a minister to make a decision<br />
which is potentially placing our<br />
children at risk,” he said.<br />
“We understand the position<br />
the council is in, but it doesn’t<br />
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and there is urgency needed to<br />
resolve this.”<br />
Hunt said additional kea<br />
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temporary until the traffic lights<br />
project was completed – would<br />
be beneficial and were something<br />
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Morgan said if there was a<br />
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In Brief<br />
NEWS<br />
SITE OF RESTAURANT<br />
FIRE ON THE MARKET<br />
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One person has died after a twocar<br />
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odour issues.<br />
The new plant is Christchurch<br />
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Association chair Jane Elms,<br />
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Elms said there was no mess<br />
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Also on the trip was Greater<br />
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NEWS 5<br />
ECan rates hike a response<br />
to ‘challenging’ times<br />
• From page 1<br />
A $12.5 million rural property<br />
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to pay $17,772 this year – a<br />
$2611 increase from last year.<br />
By 2026/27 council is projecting<br />
rates to be up $22,266, an<br />
increase of 46.8 per cent.<br />
Federated<br />
Farmers North<br />
Canterbury<br />
chair Karl<br />
Dean, who<br />
helps operate a<br />
dairy farm near<br />
Lake Ellesmere,<br />
Karl Dean<br />
said his main<br />
concern was<br />
whether the<br />
increase was justified.<br />
“It won’t be the last rate rise –<br />
there will be more to come.”<br />
He said the headline number<br />
from ECan was “unfavourable”.<br />
“Until I sit down and go<br />
through it where they deem<br />
the increase necessary and<br />
find where the extra money is<br />
going, I won’t know exactly our<br />
(Federated Farmers) position.”<br />
In <strong>Selwyn</strong>, ECan is proposing<br />
a new targeted rate to assist<br />
with flood management and<br />
protection, an issue highlighted<br />
by affected residents who have<br />
dealt with flooding and district<br />
councillors who last year put<br />
pressure on ECan to do better in<br />
its flood management.<br />
The targeted rate by year<br />
three of the LTP will cost<br />
each ratepayer $14.16 and<br />
provide ECan with $400,000<br />
to investigate and develop a<br />
forward work programme,<br />
complete initial work clearing<br />
out channels and flow paths,<br />
and conduct weed control and<br />
planting.<br />
Springs Ward councillor<br />
and Eastern Plains Land Users<br />
Group chair Grant Miller said<br />
he was supportive of districtwide<br />
targeted rates for flood<br />
protection.<br />
Miller said it is always a<br />
difficult process to reduce rates<br />
as many services<br />
are often needed<br />
and investment<br />
in services has<br />
likely been<br />
asked for by<br />
residents.<br />
ECan chair<br />
Peter Scott said<br />
it was aware it is<br />
proposing a significant rates<br />
rise.<br />
Grant Miller<br />
“To be frank, neither I nor my<br />
fellow councillors are completely<br />
comfortable with this, but like<br />
many other councils around the<br />
country we’re facing challenging<br />
times,” Scott said.<br />
He said the proposals were not<br />
set in stone and were subject to<br />
public feedback.<br />
“We’ve tried to find as many<br />
savings as possible, but as I’ve<br />
previously signalled a significant<br />
rates hike is likely as we try<br />
to balance rising costs and<br />
inflation with the community’s<br />
– and Government’s – growing<br />
expectations.<br />
“We’ve got a lot of challenges<br />
ahead of us, including around<br />
flood protection and meeting<br />
our public transport needs. We’ll<br />
continue to push for central<br />
government to come to the<br />
party, but funding will be tight.<br />
We’re walking a tightrope, just<br />
like you do with your household<br />
budget, and I hope you’ll see<br />
that reflected in the packages put<br />
forward.”<br />
Councillors will discuss<br />
the proposed LTP further at a<br />
meeting today before it goes out<br />
for public consultation on March<br />
16. Dean urged farmers to get<br />
involved in the consultation and<br />
have their say on the plan.<br />
• To have your say head to<br />
haveyoursay.ecan.govt.nz<br />
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emotional well-being, and said<br />
she felt “fragile, violated and<br />
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But Elkin accepted Kerr-Millar<br />
had expressed “significant remorse”,<br />
and was not in a clear<br />
state of mind at the time of the<br />
offending.<br />
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. . . you had a big and expensive<br />
methamphetamine habit at the<br />
time of the arrest,” she said.<br />
Kerr-Millar’s lawyer, April<br />
Kelland, said Kerr-Millar had a<br />
disadvantaged upbringing, going<br />
through many foster homes.<br />
Elkin said Kerr-Millar had sent<br />
a letter of apology to the elderly<br />
woman, which had been received<br />
positively.<br />
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THE HUNT is on for board<br />
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and Recreation Hub.<br />
The hub is designed to provide<br />
over-arching support for sports<br />
clubs and assist with fundraising<br />
and pooling resources.<br />
Hub spokesperson Tony<br />
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for people of all backgrounds<br />
promotion, business, and club<br />
administration, who would<br />
interested in assisting in the hub.<br />
“We therefore are looking for<br />
sport and recreation-minded<br />
people to serve in various roles on<br />
the board.”<br />
McKenzie said they now have<br />
18 clubs in the hub, along with<br />
six partners: <strong>Selwyn</strong> Sports<br />
Trust, Sport Canterbury, council,<br />
Lincoln Recreation Centre,<br />
Lincoln High and Lincoln<br />
Primary. He said they are open to<br />
more clubs and partners.<br />
McKenzie said the roles<br />
are voluntary for a three-year<br />
minimum term. All applications,<br />
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Departing principal oversaw a<br />
decade of change for students<br />
After more than a<br />
decade leading Lincoln<br />
High School and<br />
over 40 in education,<br />
principal Kathy<br />
Paterson has called<br />
time on her teaching<br />
career. Reporter Daniel<br />
Alvey catches up with<br />
her to see what she’s<br />
learnt.<br />
KATHY PATERSON started her<br />
career younger than most, aged<br />
four to be precise, teaching teddy<br />
bears.<br />
“It was back in the day when<br />
I had teddies lined up teaching<br />
them to read and do school rolls<br />
and I always never ever wavered<br />
and always wanted to be a<br />
teacher,” Paterson said.<br />
From teaching teddy bears, she<br />
improved by stepping up to teach<br />
her family.<br />
“So, whether it was my cousins<br />
or my sister, helping people with<br />
their own learning has been a<br />
passion.”<br />
Paterson has spent 43 years in<br />
the education sector, the last 10<br />
and a half of which have been at<br />
Lincoln. After graduating from<br />
Otago University in 1980, her<br />
first teaching role was a maths<br />
teacher at Logan Park High<br />
School in Dunedin.<br />
“I’ve always loved teaching<br />
maths and puzzle solving.”<br />
After Logan Park, she taught<br />
at one other school in Dunedin,<br />
before four in Hamilton, the last<br />
of which was Hamilton Girls’<br />
High School.<br />
Paterson will be leaving her<br />
Lincoln role at the end of term<br />
two in April and heading for<br />
retirement.<br />
“I’ve been in education a very<br />
long time and it’s just time to do<br />
something different for me.<br />
“It will be bittersweet really.<br />
Principalship is a very full-on<br />
job. You really immerse yourself<br />
in the school, staff and community<br />
and it will be quite a change<br />
for me not having that busyness<br />
in my day.<br />
“I’ll have so much time I won’t<br />
know what to do.”<br />
Cashmere High School deputy<br />
principal Adrian Fastier will replace<br />
her. He said he was excited<br />
about the role.<br />
“I am very much looking<br />
forward to joining the Lincoln<br />
community and continuing to<br />
build on the fantastic contribution<br />
Lincoln High School makes<br />
to the local area and its people,”<br />
Fastier said.<br />
“My priority is taking the time<br />
to get to know the students, staff,<br />
and the community; and understand<br />
how I can best contribute<br />
towards the school being both a<br />
great place to learn and a great<br />
place to teach.”<br />
When Paterson started at<br />
Lincoln, the school had a roll of<br />
1350 students which increased to<br />
LONG SERVING: Lincoln High School principal Kathy Paterson will depart at the end of<br />
term two, 10 and a half years after she came to the school. Above, Paterson graduated<br />
from Otago University in 1980.<br />
PHOTOS: DANIEL ALVEY<br />
ENGAGING: Kathy Paterson talking to year 10 students from left – Maddi Kitoon, Alivia<br />
Gibson, and Liam Fox. Once retired, Paterson is hoping to spend more time on her bike.<br />
a peak of 1750 before Rolleston<br />
College opened. Its current role<br />
is 1400. She said the shifts in the<br />
roll have been one of her biggest<br />
challenges.<br />
“The roll changes have been<br />
quite challenging. So, the<br />
roll going up and down and<br />
managing staff and students,<br />
when you’ve got 1750 students on<br />
a site that’s built for 1400 there<br />
are pressure points everywhere,<br />
so behaviour declines and that’s<br />
very challenging.<br />
“The ministry prediction when<br />
I came in 2013 was for the school<br />
to be about 950 now, so things<br />
have certainly not panned out<br />
that way.”<br />
During her time as principal,<br />
Paterson has been a leader for<br />
developing new and revolutionary<br />
policies such as allowing<br />
students to have facial hair, dropping<br />
NCEA level one, and dropping<br />
gender titles from student<br />
leadership roles.<br />
“I think that’s the piece that’s<br />
kept me in education is that I’ve<br />
really embraced change and<br />
really looked at what’s next and<br />
looked to the future.<br />
“It’s nice to have been able to<br />
lead some of those changes and<br />
lead them for what you believe<br />
are the right reasons as well.”<br />
In 2018 she allowed students<br />
the freedom to grow beards,<br />
have piercings or dye their hair.<br />
Reflecting now, Paterson said the<br />
shift has caused no issues at the<br />
school.<br />
“The facial hair was a really<br />
good example of where we take<br />
student voice, we review it, we<br />
take it to the board, the student<br />
did a presentation and over that<br />
time I actually changed my views<br />
on facial hair.<br />
“It was really good to change<br />
your perspective and understand<br />
where they were coming from,<br />
and in fact, facial hair is a complete<br />
non-issue and has been<br />
since we made it okay.”<br />
Paterson said the changes<br />
Lincoln made drew other schools<br />
to be interested.<br />
“With our move away from<br />
NCEA level one, we’ve had many<br />
schools from up and down the<br />
country coming to visit and to<br />
hear our story, and some of them<br />
have taken that and decided it’s<br />
the right thing for them.”<br />
In 2018 the school moved away<br />
from NCEA level one, instead<br />
focusing on a two-year NCEA<br />
level two.<br />
Recently there has been a big<br />
push from the Government to<br />
raise school standards and attendance,<br />
in a “back to basics”<br />
curriculum. While Paterson<br />
would not be drawn on the<br />
direction of the Government, she<br />
said students have been through<br />
three years of challenge.<br />
“From my perspective Covid<br />
created three years of challenge,<br />
the earthquakes and the mosque<br />
attacks in Christchurch created<br />
further challenges and then you<br />
put on top of all that industrial<br />
action last year.<br />
“So, all up students have had<br />
quite a muddled time, so therefore<br />
things like attendance will<br />
drop, things like engagement<br />
will drop. We haven’t seen it as<br />
badly at Lincoln as other schools<br />
may have experienced.”<br />
Paterson said the curriculum<br />
has changed rather than the<br />
quality of students getting worse.<br />
“If I go back to when I started<br />
teaching, some of the things I<br />
would have taught a year 11 are<br />
now being taught in year 13 or<br />
the first year of university.<br />
“So, I think the curriculum has<br />
changed a lot and some of the<br />
things weren’t needed at year 11<br />
for example.”<br />
Another worry is teacher<br />
supply.<br />
“Teacher supply is a huge<br />
concern I’ve always struggled in<br />
some learning areas to appoint<br />
people, just because of lack of<br />
applicants. That is a huge worry<br />
and I don’t see that improving in<br />
the near future.”<br />
A lack of construction work<br />
at the school has also been an<br />
issue for Paterson, with only one<br />
new building completed in the<br />
decade.<br />
In April, Paterson is hoping to<br />
see the first of a five-stage rebuild<br />
get under way.<br />
“It’s been a very long time, and<br />
the buildings are old.”<br />
“The ministry (of education)<br />
has allowed us to dream big in<br />
the master plan and create an<br />
education brief for the buildings,<br />
but the reality is they don’t have<br />
the bank balance to support it.”<br />
Once she completes her<br />
remaining weeks at the school,<br />
she wants to get back to doing<br />
more of her hobbies like golf and<br />
cycling with her husband Philip.<br />
“I do enjoy golf, don’t get to<br />
play very much but that’s what<br />
I’m looking forward to doing after<br />
I finish here, and we’ve really<br />
enjoyed biking over the years . . .<br />
so we do enjoy trails around New<br />
Zealand.”<br />
She also hopes to spend time<br />
with her family including her<br />
four grandchildren.<br />
Her parting message to the<br />
school community: “Just be<br />
prepared to embrace change and<br />
work together, collaborate, and<br />
support each other, looking out<br />
for each other I think it vital going<br />
forward just those little how<br />
are your comments that allow<br />
people to share where they’re at.”
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Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />
NEWS 13<br />
FOR CHARITY: The <strong>Selwyn</strong> Relay for Life raises thousands for those living<br />
with cancer each year.<br />
Relay for Life more<br />
than a fundraiser<br />
REGISTRATIONS are open for <strong>Selwyn</strong><br />
Relay For Life, an event that raises<br />
thousands for cancer sufferers.<br />
Committee chair George Inwood, a<br />
teacher at Rolleston College, has taken<br />
over the reins from his father-in-law Duncan<br />
Sole, who chaired the event committee<br />
for the previous decade.<br />
Inwood said he is committed to continuing<br />
the family legacy of serving the <strong>Selwyn</strong><br />
community through Relay For Life.<br />
Although this is his first year as chair,<br />
Inwood is a previous committee member<br />
so has a good understanding of the event.<br />
“Thanks to the hard work Duncan has<br />
put in over the years, the event is in really<br />
good shape and it’s easier to pick up the<br />
reins and just continue the good work,”<br />
Inwood said.<br />
Relay For Life has been running in<br />
<strong>Selwyn</strong> since 2011.<br />
Inwood said the event is fulfilling for<br />
participants raising money for cancer<br />
victims.<br />
“You have to be there to understand how<br />
powerful, how fulfilling it is to be part of<br />
something like this. When you see those<br />
affected by cancer do their celebration<br />
lap and the candle-light remembrance for<br />
those who have passed, it reminds you<br />
of what it’s all about, the purpose of why<br />
we’re here.”<br />
As a teacher, Inwood is particularly<br />
driven to set a positive example for his<br />
students.<br />
“I’d like the students, and anyone<br />
involved really, to understand the impact<br />
they can make on the lives of others when<br />
they support a cause this way. It’s a chance<br />
for our students to show leadership and<br />
understand how rewarding it is to be part<br />
of something bigger. Relay For Life is not<br />
just a fundraiser, it’s a symbol of unity and<br />
hope.”<br />
The committee is aiming to raise<br />
$50,000.<br />
Inwood said while the fundraising is<br />
important, they are also focused on simply<br />
providing an opportunity for the community<br />
to come together and understand<br />
more about what it means to be on a cancer<br />
journey and do something positive for<br />
their neighbours in need.<br />
In addition to Inwood’s father Paul<br />
sitting on the committee, his mother-inlaw<br />
Penelope and wife Scarlett will bring<br />
their expertise as fitness instructors to lead<br />
the pre-event warm-up routine, while his<br />
mother Tracey will run an on-site coffee<br />
cart.<br />
• The <strong>Selwyn</strong> Relay For Life take<br />
places from 10am to 10pm on<br />
Saturday, March 16 at Brookside<br />
Park, Rolleston. For more<br />
information visit https://relayforlife.<br />
org.nz/o/selwyn-relay<br />
Legal Matters<br />
Public Works Act continued…<br />
There is an increasing demand<br />
for national and regional public<br />
infrastructure and network services<br />
- railways, airports, roads, electricity,<br />
schools, and the like - that can<br />
support New Zealand’s growing<br />
population. The Public Works<br />
Act (“PWA”) provides the legal<br />
framework for government and<br />
local authorities to acquire land/<br />
register easements for these public<br />
projects. The legislation is intended<br />
to ensure there’s a clear process for<br />
engagement with affected property<br />
owners and that compensation for<br />
acquired land is fair and reasonable.<br />
The process is summarised below:<br />
The PWA process is usually initiated<br />
when a council or government<br />
agency such as Waka Kotahi NZ<br />
Transport Agency identifies a<br />
need for land to carry out a public<br />
project. However, it could also be a<br />
significant utility provider that has<br />
applied to the Minister for Land<br />
Information under the Resource<br />
Management Act to have easements<br />
acquired or taken under the PWA.<br />
The acquiring authority must<br />
demonstrate that the proposed<br />
acquisition is in the public interest<br />
and that no reasonable alternative<br />
exists.<br />
Following the identification of<br />
suitable land, a notice is usually<br />
issued to the landowner setting out<br />
the desire to acquire the property,<br />
or part of it. This notice should<br />
detail the purpose of the proposed<br />
acquisition and initiate negotiations<br />
regarding compensation. This is a<br />
key phase of the process and there<br />
are limited timeframes in which a<br />
response and/or objection can be<br />
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Public Works Act.<br />
While the PWA does provide for the<br />
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protect landowners’ rights, such as<br />
receiving fair and just compensation<br />
and ensuring that a landowners’<br />
reasonable legal and valuation costs<br />
are reimbursed. When land has<br />
been acquired for a public project<br />
and is no longer required, in most<br />
circumstances the PWA requires<br />
the land to be offered back to the<br />
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NEWS<br />
Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz<br />
Big year ahead as theatre<br />
Charitable Trust<br />
DRIVER EDUCATION<br />
group celebrates milestone<br />
CENTRESTAGE Rolleston is<br />
gearing up to celebrate its fifth<br />
year of shows in style.<br />
Since<br />
opening in<br />
2019, chair<br />
and founding<br />
member Phil<br />
Dean said<br />
volunteers<br />
Phil Dean<br />
have clocked<br />
up thousands<br />
of hours<br />
in producing more than 12<br />
shows.<br />
“We started off small, with<br />
Joseph and the Amazing<br />
Technicolor Dreamcoat at<br />
Rolleston Primary School.<br />
“Over the years we’ve done<br />
some amazing shows, from<br />
After Hours: From the Twenties<br />
to the Twenties and Chicago,<br />
to Bonnie & Clyde and<br />
Calendar Girls,” Dean said.<br />
Dean said a “love of theatre”<br />
is the common ground for<br />
those involved in CentreStage.<br />
“Be it singing, acting or<br />
dancing. Sometimes even all<br />
three. We’ve had young people,<br />
and people a little older<br />
than me involved in all sorts,<br />
from behind the scenes to<br />
ON SHOW: CentreStage Rolleston has been operating for five years, producing<br />
shows like last year’s Calendar Girls.<br />
right out there centre stage.<br />
“We wouldn’t be celebrating<br />
our fifth birthday if it wasn’t<br />
for all the support we have received<br />
over the years, and that<br />
includes the wonderful support<br />
we get from those who<br />
come along to our shows.”<br />
He said this year is going to<br />
be a big year for the theatre<br />
company with three productions<br />
on the calendar and<br />
hosting a brand-new singing<br />
competition.<br />
“Starting with what’s<br />
possibly one of the most<br />
well-known Disney movies of<br />
all time, Mary Poppins will<br />
come floating into Rolleston<br />
College from 18-27 April and<br />
promises to be quite simply<br />
supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.<br />
“In May, the theatre group<br />
will welcome young singing<br />
superstars as it hosts for the<br />
first time Illuminate, what’s<br />
thought to be <strong>Selwyn</strong>’s first<br />
performing arts competition<br />
for those aged 18 and under.<br />
“In, July crowds will bear<br />
witness to the mystery of<br />
Agatha Christie’s masterpiece,<br />
The Mousetrap, the longestrunning<br />
play in history,” Dean<br />
said.<br />
Dean said the third show<br />
will be announced in due<br />
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Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />
Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz<br />
LETTERS 17<br />
Mixed views on street light replacement<br />
I AM shocked at these lights that<br />
have been put up. They look like<br />
security lights at a prison, and<br />
certainly not in the style in any<br />
way shape or form that was there<br />
previously. This is so degrading<br />
to have a beautifully tree-lined<br />
avenue with such a feature<br />
destroyed by replacing with such<br />
a non-aesthetic looking, bland<br />
eyesore. Nothing to be proud of<br />
about that.<br />
Did anyone consult the<br />
people living here about the<br />
replacements and involve those<br />
seeing them everyday?<br />
The lights look ridiculous with<br />
the antique poles.<br />
Why could these not be<br />
converted to LEDs. Was<br />
this looked into and price<br />
comparison done?<br />
– Adrianne Kennedy<br />
Seriously first world boohoo<br />
over nothing. I like the new<br />
lights. They focus on the street<br />
and not your bedroom. Those<br />
fake Victorian ones aren’t fit<br />
for purpose and look pretentious<br />
and twee.<br />
– C. Struthers<br />
Chlorination<br />
Further to the council’s statements<br />
claiming that stopping the<br />
unnecessary addition of chlorine<br />
to water would cost $82 million.<br />
Rolleston is in the fortunate<br />
position of having access to the<br />
best and purest aquifers in the<br />
CONTROVERSIAL: New LED streetlights, pictured right, in a Prebbleton subdivision have<br />
drawn both criticism and praise from readers.<br />
country. The only reason chlorine<br />
was added to our water was<br />
this council’s slavish obedience<br />
to Taumata Arowai which now<br />
no longer exists.<br />
Now the council can do what it<br />
was elected for, to run the affairs<br />
of <strong>Selwyn</strong> in the interests of its<br />
ratepayers.<br />
It is embarrassing to have the<br />
council’s media spinners say<br />
things like, “there would be a lot<br />
of extra testing which is an extra<br />
cost”. Surely water testing and<br />
monitoring would be carried out<br />
as routine by any self-respecting<br />
council, so it would be back to<br />
the status quo and not an extra<br />
cost.<br />
There could be times chlorine<br />
has to be added to some water<br />
supplies in parts of <strong>Selwyn</strong>,<br />
usually caused by lack of maintenance<br />
as in the often quoted<br />
Havelock North situation.<br />
Should this be required, our<br />
council now has everything in<br />
place for this situation, so there<br />
should be no extra cost.<br />
I challenge the council spin<br />
doctors to explain in normal,<br />
day-to-day language how they<br />
come up with a figure of $82 million<br />
to cease the addition of chlorine<br />
to our water. If this figure<br />
is correct, please give us locals<br />
a chance to bid for the contract<br />
and we can keep the change.<br />
– Les Wade<br />
Stadium<br />
I do not wish to help pay for<br />
the Christchurch stadium. I’m<br />
on a fixed income and pay rates<br />
for our own projects in <strong>Selwyn</strong>.<br />
This year, rates and insurance<br />
have risen and it’s becoming<br />
hard to manage as it is. I<br />
wouldn’t object to a one-off<br />
reasonable payment but not on<br />
yearly rates.<br />
– Dawn Henderson<br />
If the stadium is not a white<br />
elephant, surely the operating<br />
and build expenses can be met<br />
by the plan to generate income<br />
and loans?<br />
Christchurch businesses will<br />
benefit, not <strong>Selwyn</strong> businesses. If<br />
we must contribute, I propose a<br />
loan, at best, from SDC to CCC<br />
at second-tier lending rates. This<br />
way the people of <strong>Selwyn</strong> benefit<br />
from the income this stadium<br />
will generate. The only reason to<br />
refuse such an offer is if the business<br />
plan doesn’t stack up.<br />
Most stadiums in the northern<br />
hemisphere don’t have roofs, and<br />
they get snow! We have plenty<br />
of urgent projects to fund in<br />
<strong>Selwyn</strong>.<br />
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Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 19<br />
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<strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
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SPORT<br />
Rugby stalwart hails importance<br />
of volunteers in the community<br />
• By Sam Coughlan<br />
NEW CANTERBURY Rugby<br />
Union life member Gavin<br />
Eastwick says communities<br />
could not do without volunteers.<br />
Eastwick , 75, has been involved<br />
with various voluntary<br />
administrative roles in rugby for<br />
45 years – at his club Lincoln,<br />
the Ellesmere sub union and<br />
Canterbury Country. He is a life<br />
member of all.<br />
Said Eastwick of his life memberships:<br />
“I feel that I’ve probably<br />
got this on behalf of several<br />
thousand people over the years<br />
that have probably done similar<br />
to what I have done.<br />
“We have a huge volunteer<br />
base in any sport, and in most<br />
community projects, and there’s<br />
always so many people that go<br />
unheralded in what they do.”<br />
He said the value volunteers<br />
like himself give to the game is<br />
“staggering’’.<br />
“The effort that’s put in by so<br />
many people is huge. (But) it is<br />
just harder to fill positions these<br />
days.<br />
“I’ve noticed over the last few<br />
years, it’s getting more and more<br />
difficult, but the effort that is put<br />
in by so many is massive.”<br />
Eastwick played senior rugby<br />
for Kirwee but a dodgy back<br />
forced him into early retirement.<br />
He swiftly transitioned into<br />
administrative roles.<br />
“I started off my administrative<br />
career at JAB rugby, that’s<br />
how I got into Ellesmere rugby<br />
initially,” he said.<br />
“I’ve been president of the<br />
Lincoln Rugby Club, I’ve sort<br />
of climbed up the ranks to be<br />
chairman and president of<br />
Ellesmere Rugby, and I’m a life<br />
member of Ellesmere.<br />
“I’ve been chairman and president<br />
of Canterbury Country, and<br />
I’m a life member there and I<br />
spent nine years on the Canterbury<br />
Rugby Union board.”<br />
A retired accountant, Eastwick<br />
TOP BOWLERS: Gavin<br />
Eastwick with the winning<br />
Lex Stewart tournament<br />
team of Denis Smith,<br />
left, Luke Clark and Kevin<br />
McCreanor. Right, Eastwick<br />
was made a life member<br />
of the CRFU at its annual<br />
meeting last week.<br />
is also interim president of the<br />
Lincoln Bowling Club – where<br />
he started playing about 40 years<br />
ago.<br />
“I started there, I think . . .<br />
probably I was about 35, and I<br />
played for a number of years,” he<br />
said.<br />
“I was very keen on my bowls,<br />
and I got caught into playing<br />
every bloody weekend, just<br />
about.<br />
“I was trying to coach kids<br />
cricket and all sorts of other<br />
things, and in the end I gave up<br />
for a bit. I’ve just gone back to it<br />
in the last five (years) or so, but<br />
more on a social basis now rather<br />
than a competitive basis.”<br />
But Eastwick’s competitive side<br />
was evident, when he was part of<br />
a Lincoln four with Denis Smith,<br />
Luke Clark, and Kevin McCreanor<br />
who won this month’s Lex<br />
Stewart tournament, at Lincoln<br />
this month.<br />
Eastwick says his fondest<br />
memories of rugby are about the<br />
people.<br />
“The rugby community’s<br />
pretty good, really, and I’m<br />
involved in (horse) racing as<br />
well, and I just find that meeting<br />
so many different people, all<br />
with the same motivations and<br />
the same desire to improve the<br />
game has really got to be a bit of<br />
a highlight.”<br />
“I obviously had many pleasant<br />
times on the Canterbury Rugby<br />
Union. Canterbury rugby has<br />
been strong for a long number<br />
of years, so strength in the<br />
teams that you follow is always<br />
pleasant.”<br />
Eastwick now follows his<br />
grandchildren in their various<br />
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CouncilCall<br />
Wednesday <strong>28</strong> <strong>February</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
Supporting our <strong>Selwyn</strong> Community<br />
in Response to Recent Fires<br />
At the entrance to Early Valley Road, three<br />
Civil Defence volunteers were on a cordon shift<br />
in response to the recent Port Hills fires.<br />
There were 21 rotating shifts on this cordon which<br />
started on Thursday 15 <strong>February</strong> and finished<br />
with the last shift at 8pm on Monday 26 <strong>February</strong>,<br />
supporting the evacuated residents of Early<br />
Valley Road.<br />
<strong>Selwyn</strong> Emergency Response Team (SEST)<br />
volunteer Kaz Tester was on one of the last shifts<br />
on Monday with two members of the <strong>Selwyn</strong><br />
Response Team. She says she enjoyed being a<br />
part of a supportive team and doing her bit to<br />
give back to the community.<br />
In total, 61 volunteers and Council staff were<br />
involved in the response. Mayor Sam Broughton<br />
says he appreciates all our hard-working<br />
emergency services, response teams and<br />
volunteers involved in supporting our <strong>Selwyn</strong><br />
community through recent fires around Kirwee<br />
and on the Port Hills.<br />
“Thank you to the residents of Early Valley Road<br />
for putting into place all we learned from 2017<br />
and your action during this fire event.”<br />
The Council continues to support FENZ by<br />
helping spread their word on fire safety.<br />
The Council also offer a free Civil Defence alerting<br />
system to residents, which sends text and email<br />
alerts to subscribed households in the event of<br />
an emergency. You can sign up at<br />
selwyn.getsready.net<br />
Public Meeting — Update on<br />
new Deed of Licence for<br />
Upper <strong>Selwyn</strong> Huts<br />
There will be an update on what’s happening<br />
with the new Deed of Licence for the Upper<br />
<strong>Selwyn</strong> Huts. This will include information on<br />
possible changes to the Deed of Licence, the<br />
process for agreeing the new licence and your<br />
chance to ask questions.<br />
Please join us on:<br />
Wednesday <strong>28</strong> <strong>February</strong>, 6–8pm<br />
Springston South Soldiers’ Memorial Hall<br />
433 Days Road<br />
Prebbleton to Templeton<br />
Cycle Path<br />
What better way to continue the Aotearoa Bike<br />
Challenge this month, than checking out the<br />
new section of the Prebbleton to Templeton<br />
shared cycle path.<br />
Started in October last year, this project is<br />
subsidised by NZTA Waka Kotahi and forms<br />
part of Council’s 2021–2031 Long-Term Plan.<br />
It creates a separate shared path for pedestrians<br />
and cyclists alongside Trents Road, connecting<br />
Prebbleton to Templeton.<br />
Tell us your Views<br />
We’re seeking your feedback on our community<br />
facilities — libraries, community centres and<br />
halls, the pools, and <strong>Selwyn</strong> Sports Centre.<br />
This annual survey helps us understand what<br />
we do well and what we could improve.<br />
There is a survey for each facility type and you<br />
are welcome to fill in one, several, or all surveys.<br />
We also have a survey for residents who have<br />
not used these community facilities in the past<br />
12 months.<br />
We’d love to<br />
hear what<br />
you think!<br />
With over 50% of the path completed, the east<br />
side of SH76 is now open, and the community<br />
is already making use of it for commuting and<br />
family outings. Work is now progressing on the<br />
west side of SH76.<br />
Eventually the path will link into the new<br />
Shands/Trents Road roundabout shared<br />
path works and provide users with a safe<br />
crossing point.<br />
The project is scheduled to be fully<br />
completed by the end of March <strong>2024</strong>.<br />
You can enter a draw to win one of 10 <strong>Selwyn</strong><br />
Aquatic Centre concession cards. Please scan<br />
the QR code to access the survey or go online<br />
to selwyn.govt.nz/facilitiessurvey<br />
The survey is open until Monday 4 March.<br />
Works beginning on Closing Perymans Road,<br />
Tai Tapu to SH75<br />
Council and Community<br />
Board Meetings<br />
Long Term Plan Workshop*<br />
Wednesday <strong>28</strong> <strong>February</strong> 1pm<br />
Rolleston Council Offices<br />
Upper <strong>Selwyn</strong> Huts Community Meeting<br />
Wednesday <strong>28</strong> <strong>February</strong> 6pm<br />
Springston South Soldiers’ Memorial Hall<br />
Work on closing the intersection with SH75 with<br />
Perymans Road, and the sealing of the unsealed<br />
portion is scheduled to begin on 18 March and<br />
expected to be completed on 25 March. Upon<br />
completion of the works, a site barrier will be<br />
installed, closing the road permanently with no entry<br />
or exit on to SH75. Motorists should now access SH75<br />
via Lincoln Tai Tapu Road.<br />
Please notify Therese Davel or Charlotte Bennet<br />
if you wish to speak at a Council meeting at<br />
least five days beforehand by emailing<br />
meeting.changes@selwyn.govt.nz<br />
* Livestreamed on the <strong>Selwyn</strong> District Council<br />
website and via our YouTube channel.<br />
Events<br />
Film Screening: Kāinga<br />
Thursday 29 <strong>February</strong>, 6.15–8pm<br />
Te Ara Ātea<br />
Bookings required at<br />
FREE<br />
selwynlibraries.co.nz/events<br />
<strong>Selwyn</strong> Parenting Network<br />
Childrens’ Day Event<br />
Sunday 3 March, 11am–3pm<br />
Foster Park, Rolleston<br />
FREE<br />
Malvern Childrens’ Day Event<br />
brought to you by<br />
<strong>Selwyn</strong> Parenting Network<br />
Sunday 3 March, 12–3pm<br />
Darfield Recreation Centre<br />
For all the latest news and events visit our website selwyn.govt.nz or follow us <strong>Selwyn</strong>DistrictCouncil or 0800 SELWYN (735 996)<br />
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22 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL<br />
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Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />
SPORT 23<br />
Massive week ahead for Weedons<br />
• By Sam Coughlan<br />
WEEDONS HAVE their sights<br />
set on two must-win games<br />
either side of a final in the<br />
Canterbury Country premier<br />
competition.<br />
They beat Sefton by 27 runs<br />
on Friday to qualify for the T20<br />
final – which will be against<br />
the same opposition at Sefton<br />
Domain on Sunday.<br />
But before then, they have<br />
their penultimate one-day match<br />
to navigate against Leeston-<br />
Southbridge at home on Saturday,<br />
followed by Ohoka Saturday<br />
week.<br />
Weedons sit fifth in the oneday<br />
standings, just one point<br />
behind fourth-placed Darfield.<br />
Weedons player-coach Jeremy<br />
Benton said it’s an exciting time<br />
for the team.<br />
“We’ll just take it one game at<br />
a time, but I guess an exciting<br />
opportunity for the next couple<br />
of weeks for us to really get<br />
stuck in and hopefully win some<br />
silverware.”<br />
Leeston are bottom in the<br />
one-day table, but beat Weedons<br />
in a T20 match two weeks ago.<br />
Benton said he expects them to<br />
be extremely competitive.<br />
“When they turn up, they’re<br />
bloody hard to beat. Especially<br />
if the Chamberlains play, Sam<br />
Chamberlain’s probably one of<br />
TEAM: Weedons players celebrate a wicket against Darfield earlier in the season.<br />
the most, if not the most consistent<br />
club bowler and, Harry<br />
(Chamberlain) is probably the<br />
best batter in New Zealand not<br />
on contract.<br />
“They’re two of the best club<br />
players you’ll come up against<br />
and whenever they play us they<br />
step up and they get 100 per cent<br />
out of their ability.”<br />
Benton said the T20 final<br />
would be a much more challeng-<br />
PHOTO: WEEDONS CRICKET CLUB <br />
ing match than the round-robin terbury Country representatives<br />
fixture against Sefton, because for the round-robin game, but<br />
Sefton knew they would be in they’ll be back this week.<br />
the final.<br />
“Obviously George Gunn<br />
“They’ll definitely be up and Mackenzie Smith (Sefton’s<br />
another couple gears and they Country representatives) are<br />
know how to win titles. We’ll bloody good players,” said Benton.<br />
have to be at our very best to beat<br />
them. But if we play anything “They’ll be obviously even<br />
like we did on Friday, I think it’ll stronger than they were last<br />
be a cracker of a game,” he said. week, but I think it’s good that<br />
Sefton were without their Can-<br />
the best players are playing,<br />
especially for the finals,<br />
that’s what you want for the<br />
competition.<br />
“I think both teams will be<br />
pretty fizzed for it.”<br />
He said the team were hoping<br />
to give a good farewell to English<br />
all-rounder George Hill, who<br />
heads back to his native country<br />
next week ahead of pre-season<br />
commitments with county side<br />
Yorkshire.<br />
In addition to the Weedons v<br />
Leeston clash, Darfield take on<br />
second-placed Peninsula-Harbour<br />
at home while Lincoln have<br />
the bye.<br />
The final round of games<br />
next Saturday sees Lincoln<br />
host Oxbrook, while Weedons<br />
visit Ohoka and Darfield travel<br />
to play Cheviot, and Leeston-<br />
Southbridge enjoy a weekend off<br />
with a bye.<br />
One-day points table<br />
Sefton 38; Peninsula-<br />
Harbour 30; Ohoka 29;<br />
Darfield 23; Weedons<br />
22; Oxford-Southbrook<br />
17; Lincoln 12; Cheviot<br />
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Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong><br />
Coleman Shield defenders<br />
ready for hard opening game<br />
• By Sam Coughlan<br />
THIS SEASON’S Coleman<br />
Shield kicks off with a round of<br />
Thursday night games.<br />
While the past few seasons<br />
have featured night games midweek,<br />
this is the first time they<br />
have opened the season in recent<br />
years, because of Easter weekend<br />
clashing with round 1.<br />
All round 1 games are on<br />
March <strong>28</strong> at 7pm.<br />
Defending<br />
champions<br />
Prebbleton’s<br />
first game will<br />
be against a<br />
Darfield side<br />
they beat in the<br />
semi-finals last<br />
Simon<br />
Fitzgerald<br />
season.<br />
Prebbleton<br />
head coach<br />
Simon Fitzgerald said he was<br />
looking forward to a tough opening<br />
match.<br />
“They’re a really strong side.<br />
I don’t really know much about<br />
their off-season activity other<br />
than it looks like they’re on tour<br />
up in the North Island at the<br />
minute.<br />
DEFENCE: Prebbleton won last season’s Coleman Shield and will open their defence<br />
against Darfield on March <strong>28</strong>.<br />
PHOTO: SIMON BREEN/PODIUM PHOTOGRAPHY <br />
“So they’ll be really galvanized<br />
at this time of year from having<br />
gone on a tour and it’ll be<br />
another really hard game against<br />
a strong club.”<br />
Fitzgerald said the team are<br />
looking forward to getting back<br />
into the swing of things.<br />
“We’ve been training for four<br />
weeks now and there’s been lots<br />
of smiles, really good energy, and<br />
it’s a really positive camp across<br />
our senior group,” he said.<br />
“We love night games, we can’t<br />
wait. We don’t play as many as<br />
we’d like to.<br />
“It’s great to have a few night<br />
games during the season in<br />
order to free up weekends for our<br />
players to spend time with their<br />
families.”<br />
Last year’s runners-up<br />
Waihora travel to play a Lincoln<br />
side competing under their<br />
own banner for the first time<br />
since 2022, having merged with<br />
Rolleston last season due to low<br />
numbers.<br />
Hornby only won two games<br />
last season but one was against<br />
Springston in this competition.<br />
The two teams will meet again in<br />
round 1.<br />
Southbridge will look to<br />
build on the momentum of last<br />
season’s semi-finals qualification<br />
when they face West Melton.<br />
Coleman Shield<br />
Round 1<br />
Springston v Hornby,<br />
Springston Domain<br />
Darfield v Prebbleton,<br />
Darfield Domain<br />
Lincoln v Waihora,<br />
Lincoln Domain<br />
Southbridge v West<br />
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Your guide to all things Real Estate<br />
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Our South Island can experience<br />
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In New Zealand, there are two main<br />
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cool air while the outdoor unit removes<br />
the heat from the cooled area.<br />
The second type of system is ducted<br />
air conditioning, a whole-house system<br />
where warm or cool air is ducted directly<br />
to each room. The unit is concealed, and<br />
air is ducted through vents in the ceiling<br />
or floor. Although initial costs are higher<br />
than a heat pump, supplying and running<br />
ducted air conditioning may be more<br />
economical than using multiple heat<br />
pumps.<br />
Key Considerations:<br />
· Room size and layout: Consider the<br />
size and layout of the rooms requiring<br />
cooling and ensure that the air<br />
conditioner is appropriately sized for the<br />
room or area where it will be installed.<br />
This will avoid wasting energy or not<br />
being effective enough.<br />
· Energy efficiency: Look for an air<br />
conditioner with a high energy efficiency<br />
rating to minimise energy consumption<br />
and reduce electricity bills. From 1st<br />
July 2021, all heat pumps imported<br />
will display the Zoned Energy Rating<br />
Label (ZERL). This displays the energy<br />
efficiency, annual energy consumption,<br />
and indoor and outdoor noise levels.<br />
· Features: Choose air conditioners with<br />
adjustable temperature settings, fan<br />
speeds, programmable timers and air<br />
filtering capabilities.<br />
· Brand: For peace of mind, choose air<br />
conditioning systems with a reputation<br />
for quality and efficiency. Check reviews<br />
and do your research.<br />
· Installation and maintenance: Have<br />
your system professionally installed and<br />
serviced regularly to maintain efficiency<br />
and the unit’s life.<br />
· Costs: The initial cost of buying higherquality<br />
energy-efficient models may be<br />
higher, but you will save more money<br />
over time. Apart from the purchase<br />
price, you will also have to factor in the<br />
installation cost and regular servicing.<br />
Once you consider your home’s<br />
specific needs and budget, you can make<br />
an informed decision to select an air<br />
conditioning unit to get optimal comfort,<br />
efficiency and value. However, if you still<br />
require more information or help, seeking<br />
professional advice from heating and<br />
cooling specialists is also a great idea.<br />
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GARDENING 27<br />
Mulch is essential for plant health<br />
WHEN IT SEEMS so hot you<br />
could probably fry an egg on the<br />
footpath, you can almost believe<br />
you could fry another one on<br />
exposed garden soil too.<br />
At any rate, that soil can get<br />
hot in summer. And then we<br />
ask young, tender plants to<br />
grow in such soil—material that<br />
heats up under the super-dry<br />
surface.<br />
These conditions are brutal and<br />
can be traced to many vegetable<br />
garden failures.<br />
Shade always helps, but<br />
many plants need full sun to<br />
grow, so you can’t put up an<br />
umbrella.<br />
The only bit that needs total<br />
shade is the roots.<br />
The traditional solution is to<br />
spread straw over the ground as<br />
a mulch around each plant to<br />
create an insulating layer that<br />
protects the soil from direct solar<br />
exposure.<br />
The word ‘‘mulch’’ describes<br />
a specific type of material that<br />
is non-specific in its origins but<br />
functions much like goose down<br />
in a winter coat.<br />
Down retains its loft to create a<br />
thick zone of dead air for maximum<br />
insulation.<br />
In the garden, people have long<br />
used mulch around their vegetables<br />
to create a similar insulation<br />
layer between the sun and soil<br />
INSULATION: Take care when adding mulch, it’s important to apply a generous amount.<br />
to keep conditions underground<br />
cooler.<br />
Mulch does other things,<br />
provided it’s 5-6cm deep, and<br />
preferably more.<br />
First, mulch prevents surface<br />
crusting of the soil so water introduced<br />
goes straight in.<br />
Second, it shades the soil so<br />
roots will find a sizeable zone of<br />
cool rich soil.<br />
Third, mulch laid thick enough<br />
cuts off light to the soil surface,<br />
denying weeds incentive to<br />
grow.<br />
You can also use mulch in pathways<br />
through the garden to keep<br />
your feet clean while watering or<br />
picking.<br />
Mulch is not a soil amendment<br />
because the best materials resist<br />
decomposition.<br />
If they are tilled in, you risk<br />
nutritional problems in the soil<br />
because the lignin in these cell<br />
walls is hard for microbes to<br />
break down.<br />
They may even rob the soil of<br />
its nitrogen to help in the decomposition<br />
process.<br />
You can re-use mulch season<br />
after season.<br />
In late autumn, rake mulch off<br />
your garden and into a pile to use<br />
again.<br />
It’s great for freeze/thaw mulching<br />
after the first frost, or just<br />
stockpiled for the following year’s<br />
food garden.<br />
Straw is commonly used<br />
because it’s widely available and<br />
cheap.<br />
A single bale of straw can cover<br />
even a good-sized garden with<br />
plenty of insulation for plants and<br />
pathways.<br />
Even if there’s a lot of rain and<br />
mud, the straw holds its loft. Look<br />
for mulches you can obtain for<br />
little money, such as wood chips,<br />
bark chips or sawdust from a local<br />
timber mill, or autumn leaves<br />
you’ve put aside.<br />
Mulches aren’t laid out until the<br />
soil becomes warm enough and<br />
plants are under way.<br />
If you put it on too early the soil<br />
won’t heat up enough to germinate<br />
your seeds efficiently or<br />
stimulate seedling growth.<br />
Keep your mulch layer 3cm or<br />
more away from the base of the<br />
plants to avoid stem problems.<br />
Mulches aren’t always the bestlooking<br />
part of the garden, but<br />
they are essential to enhancing<br />
plant health.<br />
Nothing works better for water<br />
conservation, and they also help<br />
eliminate or limit weeds.<br />
A well-mulched garden means<br />
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<strong>28</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
PETS & PAWS<br />
Adobe Kennels: The journey<br />
the perfect home<br />
Adobe Kennels provides great care and<br />
responsibility in the rehoming journey<br />
for greyhounds. Some dogs come from a<br />
trainer ready to go to their furever home<br />
as they already have many skills, while<br />
others may need additional training to<br />
prepare them for their new life as pets.<br />
Through the combined efforts of the<br />
fantastic staff at Adobe Kennels in Kirwee<br />
and the expertise of Karen De Wit from<br />
Goodogz Training Centre, these lovable<br />
greyhounds are given the best chance of<br />
success in their new homes.<br />
One of the initial tests for greyhounds<br />
in the rehoming programme starts<br />
with interacting with Pippa the Sydney<br />
Silkie. This allows staff to assess their<br />
temperament and determine if they<br />
may be cat-trainable. If issues arise,<br />
behaviour training begins with Karen.<br />
She previously worked with greyhounds<br />
and their prison handlers at Rimutaka<br />
Prison, where dogs were trained and<br />
fostered for pet life. With weekly visits<br />
to Adobe Kennels, Karen assesses the<br />
dogs individually for their training<br />
needs. Training continues at the kennels<br />
throughout the week, with progress and<br />
feedback provided to Karen before her<br />
next visit.<br />
An important test is to see if the dogs<br />
respond to their name, look at their<br />
caller and acknowledge them. Karen<br />
confirms, “We want them to have a bond<br />
or relationship with their handler”. Once<br />
trust and relationships are established,<br />
dogs can be introduced to other situations<br />
and other dogs. The primary skill is to<br />
Keeping cool at Bark....<br />
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Wally<br />
Dog available for adoption through<br />
Nightrave Greyhounds<br />
Wally (Homebush Wally) is a loving and cuddly 2 year old who<br />
despite his race name never made it to the racetrack - retiring<br />
before he got started! He is loving, goofy, fun and affectionate<br />
- not to mention handsome! He is still a young boy at heart<br />
but clean, tidy and quiet in his kennel. He is dog social with all<br />
sizes albeit is a large boy and still a bit of a baby so probably<br />
best suited to playtime with medium sized plus dogs. Wally is<br />
also cat trainable with a confident cat who will let him know<br />
the boundaries. He loves all people but due to his playfulness is<br />
probably best suited to living with kids 8 years plus.<br />
Kahn<br />
Nightrave Greyhounds<br />
Nightravegreyssi@gmail.com<br />
https://www.facebook.com/nightravegreyhoundssouthisland<br />
Www.Nightrave.co.nz<br />
Dog available for adoption through Greyhounds As Pets<br />
Khan (Thunder Hallows) is a happy go lucky boy with a big heart<br />
and lots of love to give. He is extremely snuggly and will jump<br />
up for cuddles. He loves the couch and will try to sit on your lap,<br />
despite his size! Khan is strong on lead but he is treat-motivated<br />
and very trainable and will walk nicely with positive reinforcement.<br />
He loves his walks and would suit an active home where he can go<br />
on hill walks and day tramps. He is great with larger dogs, but not<br />
so keen on the small fluffies. He cannot live with cats.<br />
An all-round cool dude with a love for life and his people, Khan will<br />
make a great mate to go on adventures with, as well as to snuggle<br />
up with at the end of a busy day together.<br />
Lee Waddell<br />
Photography<br />
Lee Waddell<br />
Photography<br />
The Greyhound Adoption Programme Trust<br />
(Greyhounds as Pets)<br />
M: 027 204 4179 | E: lisap@gap.org.nz<br />
www.greyhoundsaspets.org.nz<br />
All about Fun, Friends & Fresh-air<br />
Considering a greyhound? Visit us at the Malvern A&P Show -<br />
23rd of March between 9am and 5pm. Learn about our beautiful<br />
greyhounds, chat about adoption or just for some greyhound<br />
cuddles with our adoptable greyhounds.
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PETS & PAWS<br />
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focus on their handlers rather than the<br />
distractions around them. The more the<br />
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added. When dogs reach an advanced<br />
level, they are taken through West<br />
Melton, outside the school and other<br />
areas to put all their training into practice<br />
and prove they can maintain their focus<br />
on their handler and walk nicely on the<br />
lead.<br />
Some training involves hand target<br />
training, where dogs respond to and<br />
follow the hand while walking. Training<br />
methods include using a clicker to mark<br />
a precise behaviour that is expected to<br />
be repeated immediately, followed by a<br />
food reward. Certain behaviours, such<br />
as jumping up at handlers, are actively<br />
discouraged, and rewards are given when<br />
all four paws are on the ground.<br />
Training doesn’t end there. Various<br />
dogs, including Alfie the dachshund,<br />
Shiloh, a black retriever, and Zinc, a<br />
border collie, are used to test interactions.<br />
Resident cat Wolfie doesn’t react much to<br />
greyhound attitude, so friends’ cats Birch<br />
and Flint are used as they are more likely<br />
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Film Screening: Kāinga<br />
Thursday 6.15-8pm<br />
Come along to a film screening of<br />
Kāinga. Recently featured in the New Zealand<br />
International Film Festival, Kāinga<br />
is an anthology film which follows eight<br />
unique stories, by eight Pan-Asian female<br />
filmmakers. All connected through the<br />
house at 11 Rua Rd, each story powerfully<br />
navigates the challenges and joys of the<br />
immigrant experiences of making a home<br />
in New Zealand. Feel free to bring along<br />
your own cushions or snacks. Film rated<br />
PG (parental guidance recommended).<br />
Free. Bookings required: selwynlibraries.<br />
co.nz/events<br />
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DIY Beeswax Wraps<br />
Thursday 6.30-7.30pm<br />
Come along for this fun DIY beeswax<br />
wrap workshop. Georgina from Poplar<br />
Wraps will take you through each step of<br />
making your very own eco-friendly wrap<br />
to take home. Suitable for 16+ years. Cost<br />
$20 per person <strong>Selwyn</strong> Libraries members,<br />
$40 non-members. Bookings required:<br />
selwynlibraries.co.nz/events<br />
Lincoln Library<br />
Storytimes<br />
Friday 10-10.30am<br />
Enjoy the magic of stories, activities<br />
and songs with the libraries preschool<br />
storytimes sessions. Share the joy of reading<br />
and make new friends. Aimed at 3–5<br />
years. Free, weekly, term time only.<br />
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Lincoln Envirotown Mahoe Reserve<br />
Working Bee<br />
Sunday 2-4pm<br />
Join the community to look after our<br />
reserve. Please wear suitable shoes, bring<br />
spades, garden gloves, hat, sunglasses or<br />
other eye protection, also a bucket for<br />
mulch, if you can. Contact Sue Jarvis 021<br />
100 1009 or Mahoereserve@gmail.com for<br />
further info.<br />
Mahoe Reserve<br />
Waikirikiri <strong>Selwyn</strong> Storytelling<br />
Tuesday 10-11.30am<br />
Do you have a story about life in <strong>Selwyn</strong>,<br />
past or present, that you’d like to get down<br />
in writing? Join the library workshop to<br />
learn how to craft your local memories<br />
into a digital story, for sharing on our<br />
heritage portal Kā Kōrero o Waikirikiri<br />
<strong>Selwyn</strong> Stories. They will help you to<br />
research and shape your story, digitise any<br />
relevant photographs you’d like to share,<br />
and link it to the wider context of life in<br />
Waikirikiri <strong>Selwyn</strong>. 15+ years. Drop-in<br />
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Baby Sensory<br />
Wednesday March 6, 9.30-10.30am<br />
Specifically designed from birth, to<br />
aid your child’s development, the classes<br />
are packed with an incredible variety of<br />
sounds, smells, sights, textures, music,<br />
dance, singing and more. A magical world<br />
of sensory learning, wonder and exploration<br />
for mums and their babies from birth<br />
to 13 months. Cost, $10 per baby, bookings<br />
required: selwyn.govt.nz/events<br />
Glentunnel and Doyleston halls<br />
<strong>Selwyn</strong> Business Breakfast<br />
Thursday March 6, 7.30-9am<br />
Join the council for the first Business<br />
Breakfast of <strong>2024</strong>. Economist Benje<br />
Patterson will be the keynote speaker,<br />
sharing results of the latest <strong>Selwyn</strong> Business<br />
Survey conducted in <strong>February</strong>. This<br />
survey is a valuable tool to measure the<br />
pulse of the <strong>Selwyn</strong> business community<br />
and identify current challenges and opportunities.<br />
Patterson will explain the<br />
survey data in an easy and engaging way<br />
for the audience. We will also hear from<br />
local business, Southern Woods the most<br />
progressive nursery in the South Island.<br />
Registration is essential: selwyn.govt.nz/<br />
events<br />
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30 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
MY PRIDE AND JOY<br />
Advertising Feature<br />
Revving Up Nostalgia:<br />
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the 17th of March isn’t just about cars;<br />
it’s an exciting and fun-filled experience<br />
that captures the essence of the bygone<br />
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only the beauty of the different types of<br />
vehicles but also the fashion, music, and<br />
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This annual event brings together<br />
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The event also brings admirers of the<br />
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The Rock and Hop Gala Day on Saturday<br />
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Caroline Bay Rock and Hop support<br />
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Inspired by the nostalgic rock ‘n’ roll<br />
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The four-day festival will feature<br />
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Cruise, and the popular Laps at Levels,<br />
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32 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
MG4 Electric ticks all performance boxes<br />
THE MG4 ELECTRIC arrives<br />
here with a big reputation and<br />
equally large ambitions to, in<br />
cricketing speak, hit many of its<br />
compact EV hatch rivals for 6.<br />
It’s one of the hottest and most<br />
affordable EV hatches you can<br />
buy at the moment on today’s<br />
market. Its formula for success<br />
and it’s enjoying plenty, is built<br />
around offering affordable, zeroemissions<br />
motoring packaged in<br />
an attractive contemporary fivedoor<br />
hatch format. The fact that<br />
it drives, handles and performs<br />
exceptionally well adds to it<br />
desirability.<br />
A four strong model line-up<br />
starts at $46,990 for the 51kw<br />
price leading Excite.<br />
The volume seller is expected<br />
to be the Excite and upmarket<br />
Essence versions powered by<br />
a beefier 64kw battery and<br />
retailing for $51,990 and $54,990<br />
respectively, with the latter<br />
variant supplied for this road<br />
test. This duo offer a healthier<br />
439km EV range.<br />
The panacea for chronic EV<br />
range anxiety sufferers is the<br />
upgraded 77kw battery version<br />
of the Essence with an allelectric<br />
driving range of around<br />
530km, but comes with an<br />
Motoring with Bob Nettleton<br />
amped up $63,990 asking price.<br />
Adrenalin charged MG4<br />
XPOWER is the performance<br />
hero of the range – it’s easily<br />
the fastest and most potent<br />
production MG in New<br />
Zealand to date. It is capable<br />
of the 0-100km/h in a vivid 3.8<br />
seconds, boasts dual-motor<br />
power of 320kW and 600Nm of<br />
torque – and all for $69,990.<br />
The 64kWh battery models<br />
are capable of recharging at up<br />
to 138kW, meaning a charge<br />
time of only <strong>28</strong> minutes from<br />
10–80 per cent using a 150kW<br />
DC rapid charger. A seven year<br />
unlimited transferable kilometre<br />
warranty, among the best in this<br />
country, will be a deal clincher<br />
for many.<br />
This is the first MG offered<br />
here to utilise the company’s<br />
new Modular Scalable Platform<br />
(MSP). Laying the foundations<br />
for the excellent handling,<br />
are the vehicles’ 50:50 weight<br />
distribution and rear-wheel drive<br />
configuration.<br />
The MG4 is a clever amalgam<br />
of sophisticated aerodynamics<br />
and distinctive styling. It arrives<br />
here after being roundly hailed<br />
and heralded in Europe and the<br />
UK where it was named 2022<br />
British car of the year. We have<br />
seen plenty of vehicles over<br />
they years that arrive on our<br />
shores on a wave of hype, but<br />
never deliver on the often huge<br />
expectations that come with that.<br />
The MG4 Essence I test drove<br />
isn’t one of them. It delivered<br />
everything I expected and more,<br />
and should have its rivals more<br />
than a little worried.<br />
The 150kW electric power<br />
train is responsive and goes hard<br />
and strong on demanding hill<br />
climbs. Tyre rumble especially<br />
on coarse road surfaces<br />
becomes niggly on longer trips.<br />
Smoothness and super silent<br />
with plenty of clout to effortlessly<br />
punch past slower moving traffic,<br />
add to an already appealing<br />
vehicle. A little unnerving even<br />
with the a claimed 435km all<br />
electric driving range, is how<br />
quickly the battery is spent if you<br />
over indulge in the cars addictive<br />
performance.<br />
Constantly running the air<br />
conditioning, even for short<br />
periods is another quick way to<br />
deplete the battery . Some of this<br />
lost energy can be recaptured<br />
through the regenerative braking<br />
system. However, it never fully<br />
compensates for the battery<br />
charge that’s lost in those few<br />
moments of exuberant driving.<br />
The single speed transmission<br />
operates with clock-work<br />
precision. It works its magic<br />
when you find yourself in a<br />
driving situation where a swift<br />
Ratings out of 10: Performance 8; Handling 7; Build Quality<br />
7; Comfort 7; Passenger and Load Space 7; Styling 7; Safety<br />
– Five Star ANCAP crash rating.<br />
Overall points out of 10: 7.5<br />
and assertive pulse of power is<br />
needed. The 51kW and 64kW<br />
battery models have brisk 0<br />
–100km/h sprint times of 7.9<br />
seconds. If that isn’t enough, you<br />
can always find the extra $9k and<br />
make the step up to the 77kw<br />
battery version. For the money<br />
you get an impressive 180kW<br />
of power enough to propel this<br />
model through the 0–100km/<br />
dash in seven seconds.<br />
A modern and thoughtfully<br />
designed cabin is well put<br />
together, although the plethora<br />
of hard plastics unmasks the<br />
vehicles budget origins. I wasn’t<br />
a fan of the synthetic leather<br />
interior trim, it looked and felt<br />
a bit tacky. I preferred the more<br />
pleasant and practical cloth seats<br />
of the price leading Excite.<br />
The MG4 makes every<br />
technology post a winner with<br />
clever integrated, interacting<br />
dual screen technology with<br />
configurable 7-inch driver<br />
display, with a 10.25 inch floating<br />
infotainment screen fitted to the<br />
Essence model. It also features<br />
a six-speaker audio system with<br />
Apple Car Play and Android<br />
Auto. Rotary Gear Selector<br />
Essence models gain satellite<br />
navigation, 360-degree parking<br />
cameras, height-adjustable<br />
loading floor, wireless phone<br />
charging, Bluetooth and autodimming<br />
rear view mirror.<br />
MG Pilot enables this<br />
model to make an emphatic<br />
safety statement and taking<br />
it to the competition, with a<br />
comprehensive package of<br />
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If that doesn’t float your safety<br />
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keep assist with lane departure<br />
warning systems, blind spot<br />
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Being a heavier electric vehicle,<br />
the test car is well anchored to<br />
the road, yet surprisingly agile,<br />
with body roll kept on a short<br />
well-controlled leash even under<br />
hard cornering. Direct and<br />
well weighted steering with just<br />
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makes this impressive EV hatch<br />
compelling buying.<br />
There are a few rough edges,<br />
but overall its hard to find<br />
fault in a small car that’s huge<br />
fun to punt over undulating<br />
roads. Suspenson noise could<br />
be more effectively hushed<br />
over patchwork and pot holed<br />
surfaces, and is an area where<br />
more refinement would move<br />
the MG4 up another notch.<br />
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Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong> <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> 33<br />
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34 <strong>Selwyn</strong> <strong>Times</strong> Wednesday <strong>February</strong> <strong>28</strong> <strong>2024</strong><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 />
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• More photos, story, pages 4 & 5<br />
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• 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 />
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litre of breath. The lega limit is<br />
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“He was a noyed about something<br />
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A DARFIELD farmer has<br />
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Ultimately, a second helicopter<br />
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LUCKY: The scene of the rescue on Sunday night, where emergency personnel encountered rapidly rising waters as<br />
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A MOTORIST a legedly more<br />
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Police say the 25-year-old<br />
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Senior Sergeant<br />
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after a member of<br />
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“He was annoyed about something<br />
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which wasn’t a good look<br />
when you have been drinking as<br />
we l,” he said.<br />
The burnout wasn’t an antipolice<br />
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• Turn to page 8<br />
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THE OWNER of the<br />
Prebbleton Dairy targeted<br />
four times by youth believes a<br />
family group conference was a<br />
waste of time.<br />
The meeting involved one<br />
of the teens, a 13-year-old,<br />
his family, Oranga Tamariki,<br />
police and four other victims,<br />
including another dairy<br />
owner.<br />
Facilitated by Oranga<br />
Tamariki, youth justice family<br />
group conferences are<br />
intended to help youth take<br />
responsibility and leave them<br />
with a plan for the future.<br />
While the victims could<br />
speak a the meeting, Sangeet<br />
Mehta said the decision had<br />
already been made as to what<br />
would happen with the youth.<br />
The victim’s views did not<br />
make a difference.<br />
• Turn to page 6<br />
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2022 Passionate about our place<br />
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A BAR patron who won $1200<br />
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A group of men who were in<br />
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The incident happened at The<br />
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two weeks ago.<br />
After she was paid out a the<br />
bar, the men who had been<br />
si ting nearby went over and<br />
congratulated her. While she was<br />
distracted the money disappeared<br />
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realised it was gone after she left<br />
the hotel.<br />
Police have taken CCTV<br />
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her in a congratulatory way. The<br />
footage also captures a hand from<br />
one of the men going towards the<br />
bag.<br />
Police say they may have<br />
identified one of the group but<br />
aren’t saying anymore about<br />
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understands the men are from<br />
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Marigolds are said to deter<br />
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Not only is the ma sive<br />
That’s quite an extensive width, 1890mm;<br />
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four corners, the four-wheeldrive<br />
models utilising two My charging experience fron tyres. That’s the kind<br />
feedback coming off the<br />
electric motors.<br />
consisted only of using o feel I like, the EV6 is fu ly<br />
The EV6 can be described the domestic supply on involving and covers distance<br />
as a cro sover between sedan my property. Under those like a sports car. That is one<br />
and a sport utility vehicle, conditions the charge time is of the benefits of electric<br />
its design is spherical and quite lengthy – an overnight power, there’s no point<br />
a l enveloping, much like a charge wi l only net you a anywhere where acceleration<br />
sedan, but with its height of half tank, so to speak. On a isn’t met with urgency. Of<br />
1.5m it is ta l and fits the SUV more positive note, I used the course, you don’t have to<br />
bracket.<br />
EV6 as many drivers would, drive the EV6 in sport mode,<br />
A l models have five seats when parked up hook into it’s also happy plying the city<br />
only, bu they share a wealth the household supply and commute or every other dayto-day<br />
dawdle.<br />
of internal space and comfort just let it continua ly top up.<br />
is high. The EV6 is also I found that on a standard There’s no doubt Kia is<br />
minimalistic in its layout. suburb to city commute it keen to impre s with its<br />
Don’t get me wrong, it has was more than adequate to electric-only line-up. The EV6<br />
a wealth of specification, keep range plentiful.<br />
is futuristic, yet it carries the<br />
yet it’s a l manipulated by What’s more, it comes with electric vehicle ingredients<br />
simple dial and push-bu ton decent charge cable length that wi lure those who don’t<br />
controls, you may expect – almost 6m which meant see fo sil fuel in the future of<br />
there to be a lot o functions, it was long enough for my personal transport. How it a l<br />
but many of those that unique situation. The type plays out is something that I’ l<br />
would ordinarily be guided 2 to type 2 cable (the one continue to keep an eye on,<br />
by switches can be made for acce sing charge ports) and it’s interesting how the<br />
electronica ly through one of is also quite lengthy, which raft of new EVs are pitched<br />
the central display screens. means you don’t have to get in terms of price, many are<br />
The EV6 has a high graphic too close to the structure si ting just below the 80k<br />
percentage, and the logic and risk bumping into it like threshold whereby owners<br />
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I find it interesting that As you would expect, the some exciting times ahead,<br />
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Mobile: 027 338 7889<br />
urszula.bedggood@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Haley Smith<br />
Mobile: 027 341 3846<br />
haley.smith@bayleys.co.nz<br />
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33 Stables Drive, Lincoln Viewing: Sunday 3-3.30pm or by appointment<br />
URSZULA BEDGGOOD<br />
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Contact:<br />
Mobile: 027 330 1002<br />
Phone:03 347 1411<br />
Email: caine.hopcroft@harcourts.co.nz<br />
Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008<br />
Although the market may appear cha lenging, our sales numbers don’t<br />
reflect it! After having a very successful Winter & Spring, I’m on the<br />
lookout for more homeowners who want a consistent/reliable agent<br />
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Ca l Caine any time for a no obligation chat about your next move!<br />
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haley.smith@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Residential / Commercial / Rural / Property Services<br />
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15+ Years 25,000<br />
Total Household Shopper<br />
15+ Years 43,000<br />
Main Income<br />
Earner 32,000
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View online harcourts.net/HR6446<br />
Auction: Wednesday 20th March from 2pm<br />
(unless sold prior)<br />
Steve Alfeld<br />
Contact:<br />
03 349 9919 | Mob: 021 024 025<strong>28</strong><br />
Email: steve.alfeld@harcourts.co.nz<br />
43 Eastfield Dr, Lincoln<br />
Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008<br />
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021 024 025<strong>28</strong> | 03 349 9919<br />
steve.alfeld@harcourts.co.nz<br />
Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008
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<strong>28</strong> <strong>February</strong><br />
Wednesday<br />
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Russley Golf Club<br />
4<strong>28</strong> Memorial Avenue, Christchurch<br />
LIVE AUCTION STREAM<br />
www.harcourtsauctions.co.nz<br />
AUCTION<br />
Northwood 47 Glen Oaks Drive<br />
Harcourts ID: HR6425<br />
AUCTION<br />
Dunsandel 1358 Tramway Road<br />
Harcourts ID: RL2958<br />
Mike Brown<br />
021 461 986<br />
Lisa Kingston & Ferg Spain<br />
027 387 8775 | 027 608 4768<br />
AUCTION<br />
Belfast 10 Factory Road<br />
Harcourts ID: HR6418<br />
AUCTION<br />
Lincoln 3 Aua Street<br />
Harcourts ID: HPB2384<br />
Brad Crockett<br />
022 133 9123<br />
Jaden Ransley<br />
027 916 3942<br />
AUCTION<br />
Amberley 15 Claremont Crescent<br />
Harcourts ID: HR6430<br />
AUCTION<br />
Oxford 679 Depot Road<br />
Harcourts ID: RL2959<br />
Mike Brown<br />
021 461 986<br />
Jason Day<br />
021 352 552<br />
Four Seasons Realty<br />
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M 027 738 6145 P 03 323 6045<br />
E geoffrey.twiss@harcourts.co.nz<br />
Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008
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FOR<br />
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FOR<br />
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For more information on<br />
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Linwood 198D Linwood Avenue<br />
111m² 3 2 1 1<br />
For Sale: $639,000<br />
Linwood 200C Linwood Avenue<br />
2 2 1 1<br />
For Sale: $590,000<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
Casebrook 8 Millhaven Place<br />
326m² 3 2 1<br />
2<br />
For Sale: Price by Negotiation<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
Casebrook 21 Oakmill Drive<br />
400m² 3 2 1 2<br />
For Sale: $960,000<br />
Glen Young<br />
M 022 493 7037 P 03 323 6045<br />
E glen.young@harcourts.co.nz<br />
Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
For more information on<br />
any of these house and land<br />
packages please contact:<br />
Amberley 34 Plover Avenue<br />
490m² 4 2 2 2<br />
For Sale: Price by Negotiation<br />
Ravenswood 2 John Raven Lane<br />
500m² 3 2 2 2<br />
For Sale: Price by Negotiation<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
Ravenswood 14 Higgins Street<br />
468m² 3 2 1 2<br />
For Sale: Price by Negotiation<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
Ravenswood 16 Ellmers Street<br />
418m² 3 2 1 2<br />
For Sale: Price by Negotiation<br />
Jenny Lake<br />
M 027 375 4597 P 03 327 5379<br />
E jenny.lake@harcourts.co.nz<br />
Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008
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HOUSE + LAND PACKAGES<br />
ADVANTAGES OF BUYING A HOME + LAND PACKAGE:<br />
Convenient Less Stress Cost Effective Easier Financing Energy Efficiency Capital Growth<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
Halswell Lot 129, Kennedys Green<br />
443m² 4 2 2<br />
Under Construction: $865,000 | ID: PLS5676<br />
Halswell Lot 165, Kennedys Green<br />
459m² 4 2 2<br />
For Sale: $849,900 | ID: PLS5768<br />
Halswell Lot 77, Sabys Estate<br />
452m² 4 2 2<br />
For Sale: $859,900 | ID: PLS5756<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
Kaiapoi Lot 180, Silverstream<br />
568m² 3 2 2<br />
Under Construction: PBN | ID: PLS5736<br />
Kaiapoi Lot 248, Beachgrove<br />
490m² 3 2 2<br />
Under Construction: $717,900 | ID: PLS5766<br />
Kaiapoi Lot 250, Beachgrove<br />
420m² 4 2 2<br />
Under Construction: $769,900 | ID: PLS5668<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
For more information on<br />
any of these house and land<br />
packages please contact:<br />
Belfast Lot 12, Oaklands<br />
490m² 4 2 2<br />
For Sale: $799,900 | ID: PLS5764<br />
Belfast Lot 16, Oaklands<br />
547m² 4 2 2<br />
For Sale: $829,900 | ID: PLS....<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
Faringdon Lot 16, Maddisons Quarter<br />
382m² 4 2 2<br />
For Sale: $769,900 | ID: PLS5758<br />
FOR<br />
SALE<br />
Faringdon Lot 17, Maddisons Quarter<br />
410m² 3 2 2<br />
For Sale: $759,900 | ID: PLS5762<br />
Joe Laing<br />
M 022 697 2388 P 03 385 0343<br />
E joe.laing@harcourts.co.nz<br />
Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 2008
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We are actively working in the <strong>Selwyn</strong> area<br />
and would love to help you achieve the<br />
very best result.<br />
Contact us today to discuss<br />
the marketing and sales process.<br />
NATHAN COLLETT<br />
027 826 1535<br />
nathan.collett@bayleys.co.nz<br />
BIANCA DAVIDSON<br />
027 322 9055<br />
bianca.davidson@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Team Glassey are making the exciting<br />
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With a strong commitment to excellence,<br />
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Contact Team Glassey for a no-obligation<br />
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Karen Glassey<br />
027 567 8605<br />
karen.glassey@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Jo Cosgriff<br />
021 174 9351<br />
jo.cosgriff@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />
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Boundary lines are indicative only<br />
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• Stables include imported rubber-matted flooring, hot/cold wash bays, three phase power, feed and tack rooms<br />
• The gorgeous tree-lined lane leads to 16 individual paddocks with electric Horserail fencing<br />
• Fully automated irrigation to the paddocks, training track, show jumping arena, specimen trees and shelterbelts<br />
• Elite amenities include an 800sqm training track, silica and imported European fibre show jumping arena and two<br />
dressage arenas<br />
• The picture of classic country comfort, the home offers three bedrooms, one bathroom and living with a deck<br />
• Spectacular views of the park-like gardens and peaceful pond<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5523222<br />
7.553 ha 3 1 2<br />
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)<br />
4pm, Wed 13 Mar <strong>2024</strong><br />
View by appointment<br />
Nick Booth 027 306 3186<br />
nick.booth@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Chris Jones 027 220 5043<br />
chris.jones@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008
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Broadfield 3/795 Waterholes Road<br />
Architectural masterpiece in park-like estate<br />
Experience sophisticated living in this extraordinary residence, showcasing an exceptional architectural design by<br />
visionary architects Warren & Mahoney. Blending casual elegance with modern versatility, the home is a private<br />
haven of comfort. The spa-equipped sunroom provides a serene retreat with captivating views of the expansive<br />
park-like grounds. Accessed through an electric gate and sealed driveway, the 4.2-hectares includes an<br />
unconsented two-bedroom flat, a two-bay shed, extensive shelter belts, chicken run and an assortment of walnut<br />
and hazelnut tree crops. Two 40ft shipping containers with a high arched roof is ideal for storing larger vehicles or a<br />
boat. Embrace this lifestyle close to Broadfield School, where exceptional design meets practicality in a secluded<br />
and serene setting.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5523082<br />
4 4 2 2<br />
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)<br />
1pm, Tue 12 Mar <strong>2024</strong><br />
Phone for viewing times<br />
Chris Jones 027 220 5043<br />
chris.jones@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Sam Sidey 027 346 3500<br />
sam.sidey@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />
Rolleston 3 Roles Way<br />
The winning combination: garaging and gorgeous<br />
Set across an expansive <strong>28</strong>4sqm footprint with an equally impressive 950sqm section to match. At the heart of the<br />
home, the stunning, crisp white kitchen is adorned with excellent specifications, complete with stone benchtops, a<br />
90cm gas cooktop, twin ovens, dual dishwashers, features LED lighting and a sizeable scullery including sink. A<br />
cathedral ceiling creates an air of grandeur in the living area, whilst the separate lounge provides an additional space<br />
for relaxation. Each of the generously-proportioned bedrooms allow a peaceful space for everyone, with the master<br />
suite offering an ensuite with a large tiled shower and LED mirror and an impressive walk-in robe with custom<br />
cabinetry. Rare and desirable four-car garaging, combined with excellent off-street parking, is a standout feature of<br />
this property. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a stunning home with an abundance of garaging.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5522370<br />
4 2 2 4<br />
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)<br />
4pm, Wed 6 Mar <strong>2024</strong><br />
View 6-6.30pm Wed <strong>28</strong> Feb & 1-1.30pm Sun 3 Mar<br />
or by appointment<br />
Nick Booth 027 306 3186<br />
nick.booth@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Julie Holt 021 079 8160<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />
bayleys.co.nz
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NEW LISTING<br />
Boundary lines are indicative only<br />
Rolleston 24 McClelland Road<br />
The ideal lifestyle package<br />
Hidden away, well off a quiet rural road on 4 hectares is a six-year-old four-bedroom, 270sqm home. Built to capture<br />
all day sun this well-built home includes three living areas including two separate lounges and an open plan<br />
kitchen/dining area. The large spacious kitchen includes a walk-in pantry and a hidden study nook ideal for a workfrom-home<br />
situation. Access to the outdoor living area via sliding doors off both the kitchen/living and the separate<br />
lounge. All the bedrooms are true doubles with their own unique view over the surrounding paddocks. Master with<br />
walk-in wardrobe and super-sized ensuite. Heating is a breeze with a central log burner including wetback plus heat<br />
transfer system and a heat pump. Extensive six-car garaging equivalent, including double internal access garage,<br />
single garage plus a new three-bay shed with an over-height central door ideal for a campervan or horse truck.<br />
4 3 2 6<br />
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)<br />
2pm, Thu 7 Mar <strong>2024</strong><br />
Andrew Taylor 027 435 5930<br />
andrew.taylor@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Sam Chamberlain 027 388 9409<br />
sam.chamberlain@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5523241<br />
NEW LISTING<br />
Rolleston 764 <strong>Selwyn</strong> Road<br />
Stunning with sought-after garaging<br />
This residence boasts a standout feature as you approach: carpeted triple-car garaging with insulated doors. Step<br />
inside this fabulous 260sqm home and you'll find the perfect synergy of space and design. The stunning kitchen is<br />
adorned with stone benchtops, a plumbed double fridge space, a 90cm stove and a large walk-in pantry to create<br />
an elegant yet practical space. Boxed ceilings in the living area and separate lounge enhance the feeling of<br />
spaciousness in the home, both of which provide an effortless flow to the extensive Kwila deck and private rear<br />
garden. Indulge in luxury with a freestanding bath and tiled feature wall in the main bathroom, with both bathrooms<br />
appreciating gorgeous tiled showers for a hint of extra opulence. Four spacious double bedrooms, an abundance of<br />
storage including attic storage as well as garden irrigation cater well for ease of everyday living.<br />
4 2 2 3<br />
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)<br />
4pm, Wed 13 Mar <strong>2024</strong><br />
View 2-2.30pm Sun 3 Mar 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/5523387<br />
bayleys.co.nz
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NEW LISTING<br />
Boundary lines are indicative only<br />
Southbridge 44 St John Street<br />
Rural simplicity in Southbridge<br />
Following a beloved 23-year tenure, downsizing is calling, paving the way for a new owner to enjoy the peaceful<br />
seclusion of country life while being a stroll from the centre of Southbridge. Surrounded by a peaceful rural<br />
landscape free from the view of neighbouring properties, this 8,094sqm (approx.) property revels in the soothing<br />
sights of its own paddocks, creating a consistently calming outlook for everyday life.<br />
The double-glazed 67sqm (approx.) layout is crafted for low-maintenance living.<br />
2 1 1 2<br />
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)<br />
2pm, Thu 7 Mar <strong>2024</strong><br />
Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519<br />
suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5523274<br />
Boundary lines are indicative only<br />
Tai Tapu 561 Old Tai Tapu Road<br />
Looking for the good life?<br />
A model in classic lifestyle living, this sheltered 4.27-hectare block embraces the space and tranquillity in a muchadmired<br />
location. The land is supported by a multitude of practical outbuildings. The two-storey home opens to an<br />
inviting BBQ area, a heated swimming pool, sauna and pétanque court, promising endless relaxation and alfresco<br />
gatherings. The grounds feature raised vegetable gardens, a tunnel house, two garden sheds, a large chicken run<br />
with a coop amidst olive and nut trees, and an abundant variety of fruiting trees. Positioned close to Tai Tapu Village,<br />
the property enjoys the convenience of Tai Tapu School and Lincoln High School bus services right at its gate,<br />
offering a perfect mix of seclusion and accessibility.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5523216<br />
4 2 2 2<br />
Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 14 Mar <strong>2024</strong><br />
Addington Raceway, Top Floor, 75 Jack Hinton<br />
Drive, Addington<br />
Phone for viewing times<br />
Chris Jones 027 220 5043<br />
Sam Sidey 027 346 3500<br />
sam.sidey@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />
bayleys.co.nz
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NEW LISTING<br />
Boundary lines are indicative only<br />
West Melton 481 Halkett Road<br />
Bespoke lifestyle living<br />
• Step into the epitome of English elegance with this bespoke lifestyle living opportunity. A charming tree-lined<br />
driveway welcomes you to this thoughtfully positioned home, nestled in the seclusion of a rear 6.1ha location.<br />
• This two-story residence, spanning approximately 340sqm, is a testament to quality craftsmanship, boasting<br />
bespoke features throughout. The four double bedrooms, two of which include ensuites, are adorned with<br />
stunning Travertine stone floors in the recently renovated bathrooms, providing a touch of luxury.<br />
• At the rear of the property, an irrigated orchard showcases heritage varieties such as apples, pears, peaches,<br />
plums, blackcurrants, gooseberries, walnuts, hazelnuts, and almond trees. Completing the picture is a four-bay<br />
shed, cattle yards with a load-out ramp, seven well-fenced paddocks, and a private water bore.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5523250<br />
4 2 3 2<br />
Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu <strong>28</strong> Mar <strong>2024</strong><br />
3 Deans Avenue, Chch<br />
View 12-12.30pm Sun 3 Mar<br />
Mark Pringle 027 433 3334<br />
mark.pringle@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Jack Pringle 027 533 4820<br />
jack.pringle@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008<br />
bayleys.co.nz
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Darfield Lot 2 DP 420414 Greendale Road<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
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Landbank or lifestyle!<br />
This 2.00 ha bareland lifestyle section has plenty of opportunity! Just 1km from Darfield township, and with established<br />
hedging on the southern and eastern boundary in place and wonderful rural and mountain views, here is a blank canvas to<br />
build a home of your dreams. Three and a half units of Darfield Rural A county water scheme is supplied to the boundary.<br />
Better still, this land is zoned Large Lot Residential Zone (LLRZ) in the <strong>Selwyn</strong> District Council Partially Operative District Plans<br />
(Appeals version), meaning a minimum subdivision down to an average net area of 5,000sqm could be possible. Bareland<br />
opportunities such as this are a rare find in this sought after location!<br />
Deadline Sale closes Tuesday 19th March, <strong>2024</strong> at 1.00pm,<br />
(unless sold prior)<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/DFL177896<br />
Gareth Cox<br />
M 021 250 9714<br />
E gareth@pb.co.nz<br />
Fliss Cox<br />
M 021 354 779<br />
E felicityc@pb.co.nz<br />
Springston 271 Pannetts Road<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
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Springston South<br />
Located within minutes of the ever popular Lincoln township this 39.87 Ha property with its Elite Tai Tapu Silt and Temuka Silt<br />
Loam soils is a must to consider for those wanting a versatile parcel of land for everything from vegetable production, arable<br />
and small seeds or a standalone block away from the main farm for grazing and cut and carry operation. The property is<br />
irrigated with a 2022 installed Reinke centre pivot of 225m on the main boom and an extra 25m with the end gun for a total<br />
of 17.8 Ha covered, a travelling gun covering some 10 Ha (approx) and movable sprinklers covering approximately 4 Ha from<br />
a ground water consent providing 30l per sec with a volume of 21600m2 over 21 consecutive days. The land is well supported<br />
with sundry sheds including a large high span shed with concrete floor and power suitable for storing large implements and<br />
workshop space. There is a very comfortable office or lunch room area comprising of three rooms with washing and cooking<br />
facilities in the yard which would complete the appeal for an Agricultural Contractor or work from home operation.<br />
Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 | pb.co.nz<br />
Deadline Sale closes Monday 18th March, <strong>2024</strong> at 4.00pm,<br />
(unless sold prior)<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/LER117621<br />
Stephan Knowler AREINZ<br />
M 027 229 9522 E stephan.knowler@pb.co.nz<br />
Proud to be here
15<br />
Rolleston 209 Curraghs Road<br />
New Listing<br />
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Often Sought After But Seldom Found!<br />
Experience the epitome of country living combined with many modern comforts on this meticulously maintained 5.4-acre<br />
(approx) property. The heart of the home, the kitchen, underwent a complete transformation within the last 12 months,<br />
featuring a new standalone stove and oven with an innovative built-in air fryer, and a new dishwasher ensuring both style and<br />
efficiency. A freshly painted roof and interior breathe new life into every corner of the house, creating an inviting atmosphere.<br />
Two spacious living areas offer versatility, with a built-in office area in the second, catering to both relaxation and productivity.<br />
The lounge exudes warmth with a woodfire and heat pump, providing cozy evenings during the colder months. Enjoy the<br />
ultimate retreat in the master wing, complete with a double sink ensuite, and a large walk-in wardrobe. A separate guest wing<br />
ensures ample space and comfort for visitors, maintaining a sense of privacy and peace for all occupants. Al fresco dining all<br />
year round with an outdoor rain sensor louver roof adorned with LED lights, providing shade and ambiance over the outdoor<br />
kitchen and lounge area with a cozy fireplace.<br />
4 2 2 2<br />
Deadline Sale closes Tuesday 12th March, <strong>2024</strong> at 3.00pm,<br />
(unless sold prior)<br />
View Sun 3 Mar 11.00 - 11.30am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/ROU177892<br />
Justin Le Lievre<br />
M 022 6<strong>28</strong> 1306<br />
Nadia Byrne<br />
M 027 950 6568<br />
E justinl@pb.co.nz<br />
E nadia.byrne@pb.co.nz<br />
Lincoln 26 Payne Court<br />
New Listing<br />
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Street appeal in spades!<br />
Located in the desirable Liffey Springs subdivision, this spacious 3-bedroom property boasts impressive street appeal, with a<br />
welcoming veranda that invites you to relax and enjoy the peaceful neighbourhood. The dedicated tiled entrance leads<br />
through to the hub of the home. Open plan living flows to two separate patios and the front veranda, allowing for an<br />
abundance of natural light and the well-appointed kitchen, with gas cooking, benefits from a walk-in pantry. This area is<br />
completed by a handy study nook that can be tucked away. The Master bedroom, with walk-in robe and tiled ensuite, has<br />
French doors out to a patio that captures the evening sun. A further two double bedrooms, one with French doors to the<br />
veranda, are complemented by the family bathroom and separate WC. A separate laundry and internal access double garage<br />
complete the home. Ample storage above the garage is accessed via drop down ladders and has a wee window. Outside the<br />
current owners have created a tranquil garden setting, with mature plantings and a water feature. Put your feet up after a<br />
long day and enjoy the relaxing noise of water cascading down the waterfall into the pond.<br />
Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 | pb.co.nz<br />
3 2 1 2<br />
For Sale Buyers $875,000+<br />
View Wed <strong>28</strong> Feb 5.00 - 5.30pm<br />
Sun 3 Mar 12.00 - 12.30pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/LIU101939<br />
Holly Siddons<br />
M 020 4153 5251<br />
E holly.siddons@pb.co.nz<br />
Proud to be here
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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 />
Senior Property Manager<br />
027 456 1133<br />
Karyn Kirk<br />
Property Manager<br />
027 227 7663<br />
Emily Stock<br />
Property Manager<br />
021 663 700<br />
Jane Lowe<br />
Property Manager<br />
027 255 9850<br />
Call/Email Paul or Warner for a free rental appraisal<br />
Rolleston | West Melton | Lincoln | Prebbleton<br />
rwrolleston.co.nz | rwwestmelton.co.nz | rwlincoln.co.nz | rwprebbleton.co.nz | redchilipm.co.nz<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd. Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
Open Home<br />
New Listing/Open Home<br />
DEADLINE SALE<br />
6 Papatahora Drive, Lincoln<br />
4A2B2L2J<br />
FOR SALE<br />
13 Cressida Close, Rolleston<br />
4A2B2L2J<br />
• Near new family home on<br />
secure sunny section<br />
• O/P living + separate lounge<br />
• Kitchen with double fridge<br />
space and WIP<br />
• Master bedroom with WIR,<br />
ensuite and outdoor access<br />
• Two heat pumps, separate<br />
toilet, separate laundry<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
4pm Tuesday 12th March<br />
<strong>2024</strong> (unless sold prior)<br />
View<br />
Wednesday 5.00 - 5.30pm<br />
Saturday 2.15 - 2.45pm<br />
Sunday 12.00 - 12.30pm<br />
'Big Red' Shefford<br />
027 224 4733<br />
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com<br />
Fiona Shearing<br />
021 229 6009<br />
fiona.shearing@raywhite.com<br />
• Four bedrooms, two<br />
bathrooms<br />
• 196m2 on a 830m2 section<br />
• Great location<br />
• Off street parking<br />
For Sale<br />
Offers Over $785,000<br />
View<br />
Sunday 3.00 - 3.30pm<br />
Rebecca Grose<br />
021 266 2173<br />
rebecca.grose@raywhite.com<br />
Harry Wright<br />
027 787 4479<br />
harry.wright@raywhite.com<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30607<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31<strong>28</strong>2<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
17<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
FOR SALE<br />
39 Blunden Road, Lincoln<br />
3A1K2B2L2J<br />
FOR SALE<br />
698 East Maddisons Road, Rolleston<br />
4A2B2L3J<br />
• Built with energy efficiency in<br />
mind, with structural insulated<br />
panels, ducted heating,<br />
thermally broken double<br />
glazing & solar hot water<br />
• Caesarstone tops in kitchen<br />
• Panoramic park views across<br />
to the hills including Sugarloaf<br />
• Gated RV parking with power<br />
For Sale<br />
By Negotiation<br />
View<br />
Sunday 2:30 - 3:00pm<br />
Emma Langton-George<br />
027 555 0568<br />
emma.langton-george@raywhite.com<br />
Dwayne Bloomfield<br />
021 163 9874<br />
dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com<br />
• Spacious backyard living on<br />
1920sqm<br />
• Beautifully well-maintained<br />
home - inside & out<br />
• Triple car garage and ample<br />
off-street parking<br />
• Great opportunity for larger<br />
families, or those who just<br />
want that extra space<br />
For Sale<br />
Offers Over $1,099,000<br />
View<br />
Sunday 1.15 - 1.45pm<br />
'Big Red' Shefford<br />
027 224 4733<br />
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com<br />
Georgia Schofield<br />
027 887 7<strong>28</strong>2<br />
georgia.schofield@raywhite.com<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30513<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31031<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
New Listing/Open Home<br />
DEADLINE SALE<br />
8 Alfie Lane, Lincoln<br />
• Built in 2019 & created with a beautiful vista outlook<br />
• Stunning covered alfresco entertaining area<br />
• Large open-plan living featuring a barn door<br />
• Designer kitchen with great storage & stone benchtops<br />
• Luxurious master with doors opening to a patio, a walk-in<br />
wardrobe & ensuite with a large tiled shower<br />
• 4 heat pumps to provide year-round comfort<br />
• Great storage, a double garage & off-street parking<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/PRB30247<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
4pm Tuesday the 12th of March<br />
<strong>2024</strong> (unless sold prior)<br />
View<br />
Thursday 6:00-6:30pm<br />
Sunday 2:45-3:15pm<br />
3A2B2J<br />
Kate Cameron<br />
027 688 8057<br />
kate.cameron@raywhite.com
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Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
FOR SALE<br />
10 Clanfield Way, Rolleston<br />
3A2B1J<br />
FOR SALE<br />
37 Lenborough Drive, Rolleston<br />
3A2B2J<br />
• 3-bedroom home with a lowmaintenance<br />
garden<br />
• Well-laid out home with<br />
generous size bedrooms<br />
• O/P kitchen/living/dining - a<br />
great space for entertaining<br />
• The heat pump & DVS<br />
System is sure to keep you<br />
warm and dry all year round<br />
For Sale<br />
Offers Over $699,000<br />
View<br />
Sunday 1.30 - 2.00pm<br />
Georgia Schofield<br />
027 887 7<strong>28</strong>2<br />
georgia.schofield@raywhite.com<br />
'Big Red' Shefford<br />
027 224 4733<br />
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com<br />
• 10 year Master Build<br />
guarantee included<br />
• Lovely 3 bed, 2 bath, double<br />
garage home<br />
• Brand new Today Homes<br />
build!<br />
• Move in ready!!!<br />
• Package includes drapes +<br />
curtains & landscaping<br />
For Sale<br />
Offers Over $759,000<br />
View<br />
Saturday 1.30 - 2.00pm<br />
Sunday 12.15 - 12.45pm<br />
'Big Red' Shefford<br />
027 224 4733<br />
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com<br />
Cyrilla Lolohea<br />
020 4162 0242<br />
cyrilla.lolohea@raywhite.com<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31478<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31526<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
FOR SALE<br />
18 Boulez Mews, Rolleston<br />
4A2B1D6+C3J<br />
FOR SALE<br />
14 Ardrossan Way, Tai Tapu<br />
3A1K2B1L1D3J<br />
• Expansive 1877sqm section<br />
with so much parking space!<br />
• Spacious <strong>28</strong>6sqm home<br />
• Great O/P living with flow to<br />
the outdoors<br />
• Walk in pantry, separate<br />
laundry, storage room, study<br />
• Inslab heating & solar panels<br />
• Lovely cul-de-sac location<br />
For Sale<br />
By Negotiation<br />
View<br />
Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm<br />
Sunday 12.45 - 1.15pm<br />
Leesa Booth<br />
027 947 1200<br />
leesa.booth@raywhite.com<br />
'Big Red' Shefford<br />
027 224 4733<br />
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com<br />
• 263sqm home in exclusive<br />
Ardrossan subdivision<br />
• Large open plan living with<br />
over-height ceiling & fireplace<br />
• Kitchen features 90cm Belling<br />
oven plus scullery with sink<br />
• All 3 bedrooms open to deck<br />
• Bathrooms with tiled showers<br />
• Insulated three car garaging<br />
For Sale<br />
Offers Over $1,225,000<br />
View<br />
Sunday 12:45 - 1:15pm<br />
Emma Langton-George<br />
027 555 0568<br />
emma.langton-george@raywhite.com<br />
Dwayne Bloomfield<br />
021 163 9874<br />
dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31487<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30533<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
19<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
FOR SALE<br />
94 Renoir Drive, Rolleston<br />
3A2B2L2J<br />
FOR SALE<br />
1 Meadows Drive, Rolleston<br />
3A2B2J<br />
• Easy care, convenient, and<br />
situated in a central location<br />
• Log burner, heat pump, HRV<br />
• Open plan living + a separate<br />
lounge<br />
• Recently painted throughout<br />
creating a bright and airy feel<br />
• Family friendly with a fullfenced<br />
and private backyard<br />
For Sale<br />
$725,000<br />
View<br />
Saturday 2.30 - 3.00pm<br />
Georgia Schofield<br />
027 887 7<strong>28</strong>2<br />
georgia.schofield@raywhite.com<br />
'Big Red' Shefford<br />
027 224 4733<br />
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com<br />
• Bespoke joinery, tiled<br />
bathrooms & high stud<br />
ceilings throughout<br />
• Modern kitchen boasts stone<br />
benchtops & WIP with sink<br />
• Open plan living area flows to<br />
dual outdoor living spaces<br />
• Master with ensuite & WIR<br />
• Great location for families!<br />
For Sale<br />
Offers Over $835,000<br />
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Sunday 3:30 - 4:00pm<br />
Dwayne Bloomfield<br />
021 163 9874<br />
dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com<br />
Emma Langton-George<br />
027 555 0568<br />
emma.langton-george@raywhite.com<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31474<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30562<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
FOR SALE<br />
17A William Street, Lincoln<br />
2A1B1I1J<br />
FOR SALE<br />
9 Rufus Street, Rolleston<br />
4A2B2L2J<br />
• Prime location within walking<br />
distance of all of Lincoln's<br />
amenities<br />
• Sunny layout with courtyard<br />
& fully fenced garden<br />
• 2 good sized bedrooms<br />
• Separate laundry<br />
• Perfect first home, investment<br />
or retirement property<br />
For Sale<br />
$549,000<br />
View<br />
Sunday 1.45 - 2.15pm<br />
'Big Red' Shefford<br />
027 224 4733<br />
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com<br />
Leesa Booth<br />
027 947 1200<br />
leesa.booth@raywhite.com<br />
• 4 bedrooms, including master<br />
with ensuite & walk-thru robe<br />
• 2 living areas bathed in<br />
natural sunlight<br />
• Modern kitchen with stunning<br />
counter tops and WIP<br />
• 689m2 rear section with<br />
ample space for children &<br />
pets to play<br />
For Sale<br />
Offers Over $799,000<br />
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Sunday 12.00 - 12.30pm<br />
Caine Hopcroft<br />
027 330 1002<br />
caine.hopcroft@raywhite.com<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31473<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)<br />
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31353<br />
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
20<br />
• 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 />
• An easy care fully fenced<br />
section, green house, gardens<br />
• GJ Gardner Home - Built 2015<br />
• Section size: 611m2<br />
• House Area: 174m2<br />
THIS WEEKS SELWYN DISTRICT OPEN HOMES<br />
<strong>Selwyn</strong> Team: Julz Evans - 027 393 6472 | Leah Scott - 027 429 5126<br />
Call Julz Evans<br />
027 393 6472<br />
home and has clever surprises throughout,<br />
with:<br />
• 4 Double bedrooms, master bedroom with<br />
ensuite with walk through robe and sliding<br />
doors to outside<br />
• Separate lounge<br />
• Heat pump/heat transfer system<br />
• Pellet Fire<br />
• Established 747m2 section<br />
with fruit trees<br />
Call Julz Evans<br />
027 393 6472<br />
instantly.<br />
• 4 double bedrooms - master with ensuite,<br />
walk through robe and exterior doors<br />
opening to the outdoor patio area<br />
• Separate lounge<br />
• Heat pump/HRV system<br />
• Spa pool - 5 person HotSpring<br />
with colour changing lights<br />
• Arch Gola with outdoor fireplace<br />
• Section size: 793m2<br />
Call Julz Evans<br />
027 393 6472<br />
Just makes total sense - 0800 663 737 - total realty.co.nz<br />
Mike Greer Village.<br />
• Spacious bedrooms, dining and living areas<br />
• An open-plan kitchen with high-quality<br />
appliances<br />
• Underfloor heating in the bathroom and<br />
kitchen. A separate toilet and hand basin.<br />
• A user-friendly laundry with great storage and<br />
a hard-wearing stone benchtop.<br />
• Double glazed with a Master<br />
Build Guarantee<br />
Call Leah Scott<br />
027 429 5126<br />
Wednesday <strong>28</strong> <strong>February</strong><br />
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6 Papatahora Drive, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
26 Payne Court, Lincoln<br />
Property Brokers<br />
1 Longcot Drive, Rolleston<br />
Property Brokers<br />
3 Roles Way, Rolleston<br />
Bayleys Canterbury<br />
14 Pinehurst Crescent, Russley<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
2/<strong>28</strong>2 Sawyers Arms Road, Bishopdale<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
43 Avanda Avenue, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
94 Roydon Drive, Templeton<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
37 Beaumont Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
3 Tobollie Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
5 Barton Fields Drive, Lincoln<br />
Property Brokers<br />
8 Alfie Lane, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
19 Coleridge Street, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
2/<strong>28</strong>2 Sawyers Arms Road, Bishopdale<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
27 Nicolau Avenue, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
14 Pinehurst Crescent, Russley<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
34 Charlbury Drive, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
85 Oaks Drive, Lincoln<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
18 Coleridge Street, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
101A Yaldhurst Road, Upper Riccarton<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
20 Hartford Crescent, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
18 Boulez Mews, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
50 Malvern Street, St Albans<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
20D Cameron Crescent, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
31 Gallaghan Close, Wigram<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
6 Foxburrow Lane, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
41 Drylands Drive, Rolleston<br />
Total Realty<br />
2 Austen Place, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
37 Lenborough Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
83 Shillingford Boulevard, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
7 Woodville Street, Leeston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
1 Oakden Drive, Darfield<br />
Total Realty<br />
6 Papatahora Drive, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
7 Russ Drive, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
94 Renoir Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
2/46 Lochee Road, Upper Riccarton<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
2/<strong>28</strong>2 Sawyers Arms Road, Bishopdale<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
83 Shillinford Boulevard, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
6 Cameron Crescent, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
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1 Oakden Drive, Darfield<br />
Total Realty<br />
209 Curraghs Road, Rolleston<br />
Property Brokers<br />
19 Stanford Way, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
14 Pinehurst Crescent, Russley<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
31 Riverstone Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
35 Fairfield Way, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
50 Malvern Street, St Albans<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
85 Oaks Drive, Lincoln<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
8 Riverstone Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
365 Clintons Road, Charing Cross<br />
Property Brokers<br />
6 Papatahora Drive, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
4 Ladybridge Drive, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
3/278 Barbadoes St, Christchurch Central<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
10 Rory Street ,Rolleston<br />
Bayleys Canterbury<br />
43 Avanda Avenue, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
26 Payne Court, Lincoln<br />
Property Brokers<br />
9 Rufus Street, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
19 Coleridge Street, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
101A Yaldhurst Road, Upper Riccarton<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
6<strong>28</strong> Maddisons Road, Rolleston<br />
Property Brokers<br />
93 Renoir Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
9 Weston Way, Lincoln<br />
Property Brokers<br />
3 Tobollie Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
370 Dunns Crossing Road, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
9 Austen Place, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
37 Lenborough Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
5 Simms Lane, West Melton<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
79A Matipo Street, Riccarton<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
10D Kipling Avenue, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
41 Drylands Drive, Rolleston<br />
Total Realty<br />
32 Pennington Street, Leeston<br />
Bayleys Canterbury<br />
45 Aldershot Street, Aranui<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
14 Ardrossan Way, Tai Tapu<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
573 East Maddisons Road, Rolleston<br />
Bayleys Canterbury<br />
18 Boulez Mews, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
2 Austen Place, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
874 Sandy Knolls Road, West Melton<br />
Bayleys Canterbury<br />
3 Roles Way, Rolleston<br />
Bayleys Canterbury<br />
31 Gallaghan Close, Wigram<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
94 Roydon Drive, Templeton<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
307 Weedons Ross Road, Rolleston<br />
Property Brokers<br />
138 Waterholes Road, Rolleston<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
22A Main Street, Oxford<br />
Total Realty<br />
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Wednesday 6 March<br />
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7 Quantock Place, Burwood<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
411A Main North Road, Redwood<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
106 Struie Road, Hororata<br />
Property Brokers<br />
1358 Tramway Road, Dunsandel<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
698 East Maddisons Road, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
1 Heathridge Place, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
10 Clanfield Way, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
253 Waterloo Road, Hornby<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
44 St John Street, Southbridge<br />
Bayleys Canterbury<br />
<strong>28</strong> Hawkshead Way, Westmorland<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
74 Bibiana Street, Aidanfield<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
444 Tancreds Road, Lincoln<br />
Property Brokers<br />
12 Gemstone Place, Rolleston<br />
Total Realty<br />
17A William Street, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
20 Hartford Crescent, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
42 Burnett Street, Oxford<br />
Total Realty<br />
764 <strong>Selwyn</strong> Road, Rolleston<br />
Bayleys Canterbury<br />
4 Aberdare Street, Halswell<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
2/69 Moffat Drive, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
6 Foxburrow Lane, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
100 Brook Street, Southbridge<br />
Bayleys Canterbury<br />
2/1314 West Coast Road, West Melton<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
17/372 Yaldhurst Road, Yaldhurst<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
39 Ebenezer Drive, Lincoln<br />
Property Brokers<br />
39 Blunden Road, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
20D Cameron Crescent, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
8 Alfie Lane, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
739 Bay Road, Oxford<br />
Total Realty<br />
7 Mila Haven, Rolleston<br />
Total Realty<br />
13 Cressida Close, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
7 Russ Drive, Lincoln<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
17 John Street, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
37 Beaumont Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
16 Kumara Place, Hei Hei<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
1 Meadows Drive, Rolleston<br />
Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd<br />
85 Oaks Drive Lincoln<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
3/278 Barbadoes St, Christchurch Central<br />
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty<br />
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