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‘You only get one dad’
• By Sasha Watson
MADDI McIVOR and Montana
Woods both have a great
relationship with their dads – but
they know it’s not like that for
every teenage daughter.
That is why they are writing
and producing a book,
Dadsitting, on some of the
struggles and experiences a
daughter will face as they grow
into women.
“We think a book will help
educate fathers so they can have
more of an understanding of
what their daughter is going
through, so they can become
closer with their daughters.
“You only get one dad,” said
Montana, 17.
Maddi, 18, said what they have
seen, since starting the project
in February, is a stereotype that
daughters relate more to their
mothers.
“It shouldn’t be that way.
Daughters should feel equally as
close to their dad. Dads should
also feel like they can connect
with their children.
“Having a daughter is probably
really scary for them – they
may not know what women go
through.”
The book, which will be in an
online audio form, will highlight
the experiences an average teen
girl will go through like periods,
starting high school, friendship
conflicts, first parties, first
relationships, first breakups,
social media and body issues.
The pair, who plan to get
in touch with an editor and
a publisher later in the year,
have spent the last school term
exploring what issues teenage
girls face through an online
survey and interviewing students
at the school.
Maddi said the next step will
be to gather information and
views from various fathers.
“After the school holidays, we
are going to talk with more father
figures.
“While we both have a good
relationship with our dads, some
girls are struggling to connect
with theirs.”
The pair completed the first
challenge of the YES scheme/
competition last week, which is
where they submitted evidence
on validation of their product by
taking a prototype to market.
The next challenge for the two
will be pitching their product.
The one-year programme
requires students from across
the country to complete four
challenges before proceeding
• To keep up to date with
the project, go to https://
www.instagram.com/
dadsitting2024
FAMILY: Montana Woods and Maddi McIvor are writing a book, Dadsitting, about father and teenage daughter
relationships, knowing while they have a good connection with theirs, others may not. They are pictured with their
dads Michael Woods and Chris McIvor.
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teams will pitch to a panel of
judges to be selected as regional
champions.
The winning teams will then
compete in the national finals
in December for a share of more
than $20,000 in prize money,
scholarships and awards.
Thanks for your patience
While work is underway on the construction of a new roundabout
on Candys Road, SH75 and the entrance to RIVERSTONE.
The intention of the new roundabout is to greatly
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‘One-stop shop’ facility to open its doors
HORNBY’S long-anticipated
new community centre will
finally open its doors to the public
tomorrow.
The city council-operated
facility, Matatiki, includes indoor
pools, a library, customer service
desk, café, and courtyard area
with a stage and outdoor seating.
Located at 25 Smarts Rd, the
site is a short walk from the Hub
Hornby and Hornby High School.
“The centre is going to be
absolutely amazing for the community
in Hornby and surrounding
areas,” says council head of
recreation, sports and events
Nigel Cox.
“With multiple amenities in
one location, Matatiki will be a
one-stop shop. Drop the kids off
at their swimming lessons, register
the dog, pick up a new library
book, and grab yourself a snack at
the café all in one visit.”
Mayor Phil Mauger will lead
the opening ceremony from 1pm
tomorrow with the pool open to
the public from 3pm.
A community open day will
be held on Saturday from 10am–
4pm.
“We have a whole range of
activities planned, from an inflatable
obstacle course in the pool,
to virtual reality sessions in the
library,” Cox said.
Activities, entertainment and
food vendors will also be set up in
Kyle Park, which backs onto the
new facility.
BRAND NEW: The Matatiki complex opens tomorrow and features indoor pools, a library
and café alongside other amenities.
“The community day is
free to attend, but if you’re
swimming, standard pool
entry fees apply. It’s a great
opportunity to see everything
that Matatiki has on
offer,” Cox said.
The new Hornby Library,
which has shifted
from its previous home on
Goulding Ave, includes a
creative activities space, 12 public
computers, printing and photocopying
facilities, as well as free
wifi internet access.
Acting head of Christchurch
libraries and information Erica
Rankin said the creative resources
on offer open up possibilities for
people to try something new.
“Matatiki has an audio/video
Nigel Cox
space equipped with
professional-grade video,
sound and image editing
software, and hardware
including microphones,
sound mixing boards and
computers.
“People will also be able
to sign up for classes to
learn their way around
the software, so they are
qualified to work directly with
the technology available,” Rankin
said.
There is also a laser cutter, 3D
printer, sewing machines and
overlocker, heat press, embroidery
machine, and other resources.
The council’s customer service
desk is also shifting to Matatiki.
People will be able to do things
like get advice on council
services, register dogs, pay rates,
and top up Metrocards.
There’s plenty more on offer in
the indoor pool hall, which contains
a lane pool, learn-to-swim
pool, family spa pool, toddlers’
wet play area, and a hydrotherapy
pool.
The hydrotherapy pool was a
late addition to the project, with
the Greater Hornby Residents’
Association and the Rotary Club
of Hornby leading a project to
raise $1.4 million towards its
construction.
The council has approved an
additional $2.5 million towards
the hydrotherapy pool plan.
“We’ve worked closely with
community groups every step of
Matatiki Hornby Centre
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Thursday April 18 2024
Kirkwood Intermediate
School of Choice
Celebrating Kirkwood
House Captains for 2024
Year 7 Camp
Our Year 7 pupils have recently
attended a camp at Ōnuku. This
is a great way for the children to
get to get to know each other
and forms the start of our NZ
Histories programme.
“Ōnuku marae is home to the hapū (sub-tribe) of Ngāi
Tārewa and Ngāti Īrakehu. Our home has been the
setting for some of the most significant and historic events
seeded in the founding of our nation including the signing
of the Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) by our Tīpuna
(ancestors).”
Back row: (from left to right): Inian, Juliet, Fergus, Pippa, Harry, Rose,
Xander, Wenwen
House Captains for Mansfield/Hillary
Juliet - Ilam Primary School
I love the values that Kirkwood Intermediate School has and the way
Kirkwood Intermediate School has a whole range of activities that students
can take part in. I would like to encourage more activities so students can
put themselves out there and showcase their talents and interests. I wanted
to be a House Captain as I know I am a great leader and I always want to
find solutions to any issues I can.
Inian - Lincoln Primary School
I like that Kirkwood has many different opportunities and there are a lot
of leadership roles for students to develop new skills. I want to be a good
House Captain and good role model. I will also try out new sports and
achieve my academic goals. This year, I would like to encourage more
spirit within the school and encourage others to participate in the many
opportunities Kirkwood Intermediate School has to offer. I would also like to
lead my house to victory!
House Captains for Sheppard/Freyberg
Pippa - Lincoln Primary School
I enjoy Kirkwood Intermediate School for the smaller classes and the many
opportunities that the school offers. This year I would like to make sure
everyone is included and treated equally. I wanted to become a House
Captain so I could be a good role model for my peers.
Fergus - Clearview Primary School
Kirkwood Intermediate School gives you many opportunities to grow and
prove yourself which makes you become a better person. I would like to
make Sheppard/Freyberg the best house in the school and I would like to
encourage other students to try and gain a range of new experiences. My
reason for wanting to be a House Captain is so I have an opportunity to
show myself and be a good role model to others.
House Captains for Britten/Te Kanawa
Rose - Ilam Primary School
What I like about Kirkwood Intermediate School is the relationship between
students and teachers. Also, I like how the teachers have found teaching
methods that everyone enjoys and understands. I would like to improve
my leadership skills and be more able to help my peers by knowing what is
happening within the school as well as knowing what students might need
help with. Being a House Captain will give me more responsibility and will
help me in high school.
Harry - Broadfield Primary School
I enjoy the sports opportunities Kirkwood has to offer. I also like the
Blues awards you get when you work really hard. This year I would like to
encourage others to become high achievers and try get in to as many teams
as possible. I wanted to step out of my comfort zone and I felt like being a
House Captain would be the best way.
House Captains for Rutherford/Batten
Xander - Clearview Primary School
I like Kirkwood because there are always new things to do and learn. There
are a lot of opportunities available from sporting, academic and leadership.
This year I would like our students to have a productive year and I want to
achieve my personal goals. I wanted to become a House Captain so I can
grow and gain experience in leadership.
Wenwen - Lincoln Primary School
I like the single-cell classrooms, the teachers, and the way everyone is so
friendly. I want to contribute to as many events as possible and represent our
school well. I wanted to be a House Captain and help listen to others more,
making it a better school community
I enjoyed all of
the camp, especially
sleeping in the whare
which was so much fun. I
also enjoyed getting to
know our class.
My favourite part
of camp was learning
about the Māori culture
and playing Māori
games. The food was
also delicious!
My favourite part of
camp was sailing on the
Cansail sailing boat. We found
it really interesting. Our group
were given instructions then we
were allowed to go up the front of
the boat to help with the sails. We
also got to steer the wheel and
rotated the boat so we went
in different directions
OPEN DAY
We will be hosting groups by appointment for our Open Day
sessions. Details on how to book a time will be posted on our
website in May. If you are unable to access our booking system
then please contact the school office by phone on 348 7718 or
email: school.information@kirkwood.school.nz.
We look forward to seeing you.
You may also visit our website www.kirkwood.school.nz to view our
Prospectus for further information and to download an enrolment form.
Alternatively, you may contact the school office.
Phil Tappenden, Principal
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Email: school.information@kirkwood.school.nz
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Tournament about growing love for league
• By Will Evans
NGĀ PUNA Wai played host
to Canterbury Rugby League’s
innovative Backyard Footy
primary school tournament
last week, bringing together 42
teams from 26 schools – with
an unprecedented 400-plus kids
participating in partnership
with Primary Sports
Canterbury.
Backyard Footy is six-a-side
rugby league with modified
rule to encourage high player
involvement and exciting, freeflowing
10-minute long games.
“Backyard Footy is all about
kids getting their hands on a
rugby league ball and having
fun,” CRL director of football
Jamie Lester said.
“We want the kids that already
play rugby league to continue
their love for the game and for
the kids experiencing rugby
league for the first time to create
a love for rugby league.
“Games are six versus six,
played on a small field so all
players are heavily involved, and
games are action-packed.
“There are no scrums, and
minimal kicks or stoppages.
“We don’t give out medals or
trophies to the winners. Instead,
we encourage a great attitude
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Thursday April 18 2024
Six-a-side event a huge success
• From page 5
After 24 teams featured in the
2023 edition, this year’s tournament
included 12 year 5 and 6
teams, 26 sides in the year 7 and
8 boys grade and four year 7 and
8 girls teams, the first time all-girl
teams have played in this agegroup.
Schools from all corners of the
wider Christchurch area entered
teams, while Canterbury Rugby
League’s burgeoning relationship
with West Coast Rugby League
– Greymouth Greyhounds made
their CRL Men’s Premiership
debut last weekend – further
reflected by Grey Main School
youngsters making the trip over.
“It was so great to see so many
kids playing around 100 games
throughout the day at Ngā Puna
Wai,” Lester said.
“It was cool to have four all-girls
teams which was a new addition
this year. Most girls were trying
rugby league for the first time, so
we did a ‘how to play’ coaching
session with them.
“Seeing so many smiling faces
throughout the day was truly
rewarding,’’ he said.
“We want to send out a big
thank you to Primary Sports
Canterbury for organising the
event and to Haeata Community
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volunteers for all their amazing
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50 years in the trade a major milestone
Five decades, 50 years, half a century – no
matter how you put it, that’s a long stretch of
time in anyone’s reckoning. And that’s how
long Greg Box, owner/operator of Amazing
Auto Electric, has been involved in the autoelectrical
trade.
It all started when he began as an apprentice
with Benson Bros in Gisborne on June 24,
1974, learning the nuts and bolts of the trade
and acquiring the skills needed to pursue
a successful career as an auto-electrical
engineer.
After spending almost seven years there,
Greg headed overseas, and over the following
eight years he worked in the motor trade in
the UK, and for a large part of the time, in
the mining industry in Alaska, Australia and
Africa.
Family matters brought him back to New
Zealand, plus he was also keen to start his own
business here. With that in mind he re-located
to Christchurch in 1989, initially working for
a local firm, before launching out as a sole
trader in 1993.
A decade later he established his current
business, Amazing Auto Electric, opening a
workshop in Coleridge Street and employing
staff.
As a business it has proved a great success,
and while it is a challenging trade, and
one that can be stressful, it’s a trade he has
thoroughly enjoyed over the last 50 years. He
says for a person that enjoys working with
machinery and fixing things as he does, it’s an
ideal career.
“For an apprentice starting out it takes five
years to qualify, but for those that can stick to
it, it’s a great trade to be in.”
With auto-electrical systems
being re-designed every five to
10 years, ongoing training with
online and on-site courses
is also an important part of
keeping up in the industry,
Greg says.
He is proud of the service
Photographed
in his Coleridge
St workshop,
Greg Box is
about to mark
50 years in the
auto-electrical
trade.
Greg Box,
left, with staff
members
Anton Weir,
centre, and
Shane Gallop.
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“Many of the problems
people have with their vehicles
are related to the electrical
system. When that warning
light comes up on the dashboard, it
indicates there’s something wrong, and we
can fix it,” Greg says, adding, “Over the years
we have been blessed with the best customers
and staff any business could wish for and we
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CROSSWORD
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8
9 10
344
SUDOKU
Every row, column and box should
contain the digits 1 to 9.
WordBuilder
WORDBUILDER
244
6
R R H
T A E
11 12
13 14 15
16 17 18 19
How many words of three or more letters,
How including many plurals, words can you of make three from or the more six
letters, using each letter only once? No foreign
words or words beginning with a capital are
allowed. There's at least one six-letter word.
once?
TODAY
Good 19 Very Good 23 Excellent 27
letters, including plurals, can you make
from the six letters, using each only
No words beginning with a capital are
allowed. There’s at least one six-letter
Solution 243: bed, bel, bled, blue, bod, bode, bold,
bole, boule, bud, dob, doe, dole, DOUBLE, dub, due,
word. duel, duo, eld, led, leu, lob, lobe, lobed, lode, loud,
lube, ludo, ode, old.
Good 19 Very Good 23 Excellent 27
20
21 22 23
24 25
26 27
Across
1. Solidly built (6)
4. For ever (6)
9. Fete (4)
10. Reinforce (10)
11. Swimsuit (6)
12. Roy G Biv, for example (8)
13. Healthy (9)
15. Surety (4)
16. Make reference to (4)
17. Adamant (9)
21. Branch of mathematics (8)
22. Group with shared
characteristics (6)
24. Person who overreacts (5,5)
25. Shaft of light (4)
26. Butterflies (in your stomach) (6)
27. Middle (6)
Down
1. Blindly imitative (7)
2. One of the five basic tastes (5)
3. Sack (7)
5. Connected (6)
6. Spaceman (9)
7. Significant (7)
8. Head of government (5,8)
14. Straggler (9)
16. Humiliation (7)
18. Infuriate (7)
19. Tell a story (7)
20. Select group (6)
23. Custom (5)
Crossword
Across: 1. Sturdy, 4.
Always, 9. Gala, 10.
Strengthen, 11. Bikini, 12.
Mnemonic, 13. Wholesome,
15. Bail, 16. Cite, 17.
Insistent, 21. Calculus, 22.
Cohort, 24. Drama queen,
25. Beam, 26. Nerves, 27.
Centre.
Down: 1. Slavish, 2. Umami,
3. Dismiss, 5. Linked, 6.
Astronaut, 7. Special,
8. Prime minister, 14.
Latecomer, 16. Chagrin, 18.
Incense, 19. Narrate, 20.
Clique, 23. Habit.
WordBuilder
are, art, ate, ear, earth, eat,
era, err, hare, hart, hat, hate,
hater, hear, heart, heat, her,
rare, rat, rate, RATHER,
rear, ret, rhea, tar, tare, tea,
tear, terra, the
DECODER
Each number represents a different letter of the alphabet. Write the
given letters into all squares with matching numbers. Now work out
which letters are represented by the other numbers.
Decoder
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