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Tinwald game on<br />
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Gathering for<br />
ArmisticeDay<br />
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GOAL ACHIEVED: Tinwald Netball Club president Kirsty Clay (centre) and members (from left)<br />
Courtney George, Maia Boon, Shamika Epilo and GraceWills looking forward to playing next year.<br />
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Subdivision<br />
planned<br />
The black and orange of<br />
Tinwald Netball Club will<br />
return to the courts next year<br />
after an absence of about 20<br />
years.<br />
It’s agoal founding<br />
president Kirsty Clay and<br />
fellow members have been<br />
shooting for, and now<br />
achieved forming aclub to<br />
keep Tinwald netballers on<br />
the court.<br />
The newly formed club, with<br />
a10strong committee already<br />
in place, is for players from<br />
year 7and up.<br />
Clay said players graduating<br />
from Tinwald School had<br />
difficulty getting into aclub at<br />
year 7after leaving the<br />
primary school.<br />
The issue had been raised<br />
by many parents over the<br />
years, she said.<br />
In the past there had been<br />
an excess number of players<br />
who trialled for limited year 7<br />
spaces at other clubs such as<br />
Allenton, Hampstead and<br />
United, she said.<br />
‘‘We knew there was aneed<br />
for it, especially on our side of<br />
the bridge.’’<br />
Discussion among parents<br />
resulted in ameeting with<br />
Tinwald Family Sport &<br />
Recreation Association<br />
members.<br />
‘‘As aresult everyone is fully<br />
involved,’’ Clay said.<br />
‘‘They’re thrilled to have us<br />
on board.’’<br />
The netballers would fit in<br />
alongside Tinwald Rugby<br />
Football Club and Tinwald<br />
Cycling Club, and work with<br />
the rugby club during the<br />
winter season.<br />
‘‘We’re going through the<br />
background work (of setting<br />
up the club), forming a<br />
constitution, etcetera,’’ she<br />
said.<br />
‘‘We are getting grants and<br />
applying for funding for<br />
uniforms wehave got the<br />
design.<br />
It would bring players back<br />
to netball and give players a<br />
social facility.<br />
‘‘Everyone wants to be part<br />
of aclub and something<br />
bigger. Even as kids growing<br />
up you always remember<br />
going to the clubrooms, and<br />
that’s what it is about. We’re<br />
not there to make aprofit, we<br />
just want to get kids on the<br />
court.’’<br />
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CHANGE OF GUARD: This year’s <strong>Ashburton</strong> College head students hand over the roles to the incoming 2025 head<br />
students at arecent prizegiving. Back row (from left) are <strong>2024</strong> head students Ripena Umaga Vaeila, deputy head student<br />
Jordy McGillen, head student Tamsin Cartney, deputy head student EJElliott, front row (from left) are deputy head<br />
student Taniela Palavi, head student Jake Parsons, head student Yasmin Larry, deputy head student Sophia Aguila.<br />
Below Pictured at school after the prizegiving are the 2025 head students (from left) Yasmin, Sophia, Jake and Taniela.<br />
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Headstudents announced<br />
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Four <strong>Ashburton</strong>College<br />
year 12 students were<br />
thrilled to hear their names<br />
announced as part of the<br />
college’s fourperson head<br />
student leadership team for<br />
next year.<br />
They are head students<br />
Yasmin Larry, 16, and Jake<br />
Parsons, 17, and deputy<br />
head students Sophia<br />
Aguila,17, and Taniela<br />
Palavi, 17.<br />
The four were pleased to<br />
be announcedasthe head<br />
students at the recent year<br />
11 and 12 prizegiving<br />
following an exhaustive and<br />
rigorous selection process.<br />
They will be among about<br />
230 year 13 students for 2025.<br />
‘‘At the time Ifelt like it<br />
was abig weight liftedoff my<br />
shoulders,’’ Taniela said.<br />
‘‘Wesat in the prizegiving,<br />
and we had to wait until the<br />
very end to get our names<br />
called, it was quite nervewracking,’’<br />
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they felt to be taking on the<br />
leadership roles at the<br />
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expected to start 2025 with a<br />
roll of <strong>14</strong>00.<br />
First of all, the four were<br />
among 20 who applied for<br />
the roles, submitting ablurb<br />
about themselves.<br />
Voting was under taken<br />
across year 12; the list was<br />
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role next year was<br />
connecting with the whole<br />
school, ‘‘giving them the<br />
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Jake said he was looking<br />
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‘‘I have looked up to head<br />
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New tool for cancer patients<br />
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Making access to services easier for<br />
those with cancer and their families is<br />
behind anew online support centre.<br />
The Southern Cancer Society<br />
initiative includes aportal that connects<br />
usersfor video or phone consultations<br />
with asociety navigators, as well as links<br />
to cancerrelated resources and support<br />
groups.<br />
Aimee Cosgrove, at Cancer Society<br />
Mid Canterbury, said she was excited<br />
about the initiative.<br />
She has been part of ateam designing<br />
the portal over the last year. She is also<br />
one of the navigators.<br />
‘‘We want to make accessing our<br />
services, wherever you are, as easy as<br />
possible,’’ Cosgrove said.<br />
Southern Cancer Society head of<br />
cancer services Craig Watson said the<br />
initiative allowed people to<br />
conveniently find the support they<br />
needed.<br />
Southern Cancer Society was recently<br />
formed from the merger of the Otago<br />
Southland and Canterbury West Coast<br />
divisions of the Cancer Society New<br />
Zealand.<br />
It had enabled society navigators from<br />
across the South Island to be available<br />
through the online support centre.<br />
“Out of town, doesn’t mean out of<br />
touch. If there’s an internet connection,<br />
you can reach your navigator, search for<br />
information or sign up to support<br />
groups,” Watson said.<br />
“You can still walk into our centres<br />
and clinics off the street or pick up the<br />
phone. Our cancer navigators will<br />
happily still come see you in your home<br />
too. This is about what works for you.’’<br />
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Mid Canterbury include Mandy Wallace<br />
(left) and Aimee Cosgrove.<br />
Another Mid Canterbury navigator is<br />
Mandy Wallace.<br />
‘‘Some of my clients have already tried<br />
the service out. Ihave had such positive<br />
feedback,’’ Wallace said.<br />
Cancer Society Mid Canterbury will<br />
begin dropin sessions at the Methven<br />
iHub, Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, from<br />
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Thursday of the month to help people<br />
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More than 25,000 Kiwis are diagnosed with<br />
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In 2020, there were more than 27,000 new<br />
cancer cases.<br />
By 2040, this number is expected to reach<br />
52,000.<br />
The population is growing and ageing.<br />
Because cancer is more common among<br />
older people, the number of New Zealanders<br />
with cancer is expected to grow over time.<br />
IN BRIEF<br />
CIVIC BUILDING<br />
Two offers have been received for<br />
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Chief executive Hamish Riach said<br />
the district council will now consider<br />
the offers at its <strong>November</strong> 20<br />
meeting, in apublic excluded<br />
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The building sale will follow the<br />
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Concerns about three children<br />
playing on train tracks at Rakaia are<br />
being dealt with by police.<br />
Aperson saying they were atrain<br />
driver posted in Rakaia Community<br />
Noticeboard over the weekendabout<br />
the childrenplaying ‘‘chicken’’ with<br />
the train, at atrain pedestrian<br />
crossing near the town’s dog park.<br />
The post included aphoto from the<br />
frontdriver compartment, looking<br />
out on to train tracks.<br />
It followed apost from awoman in<br />
the group earlier in the month,<br />
concernedabout the same issue.<br />
Rakaia police officer, Senior<br />
Constable Trevor Gurney, said noone<br />
had reported the behaviour to<br />
him.<br />
However, he had become aware of<br />
three childrenplaying on the tracks<br />
through other sources.<br />
‘‘I have found out who it is,and I’m<br />
dealing with it,’’ Gurney said.<br />
He said he was talking to the<br />
parents, to ensure it did not happen<br />
again.<br />
He advised anyone witnessing<br />
dangerous behaviour such as this to<br />
report it to police in the first<br />
instance,rather than postabout it on<br />
DANGEROUS: Children have been playing on the train tracks near the Rakaia<br />
dog park.<br />
social media.<br />
‘‘We justwant kids to be safe at the<br />
end of the day,’’hesaid.<br />
The train driver said on the post<br />
they would see the children after<br />
coming around abend, travelling<br />
south after exiting the Rakaia bridge.<br />
They were concernedabout running<br />
the childrenover.<br />
‘‘If you know who these kids are<br />
that play around there please, give<br />
them awhat’s up from me, because<br />
all it will take is for one of them to get<br />
their shoe stuck in the track at the<br />
crossing to ruin afamily’s and my<br />
life,’’ they said.<br />
‘‘All Ican do is hang off the horn to<br />
make them get off the track.’’<br />
Solar farm green waste jump<br />
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Local democracyreporter<br />
New Zealand’s largestsolar farm, at<br />
Lauriston, is gearinguptoincrease<br />
power output in Mid Canterbury. But<br />
it's also creating amassive jump in<br />
green waste.<br />
The solar farm is a$104 million<br />
joint venture between Genesis<br />
Energy and Future Renewable<br />
Vision Australia.<br />
It has been under construction<br />
since April.<br />
It will be the country's largest solar<br />
farm, although won't have the title for<br />
long as there is an even larger plant<br />
under construction near Taupō.<br />
Genesis Energy asset development<br />
general manager Craig Brown said<br />
the Lauriston project remainedon<br />
track for power generation by<br />
December.<br />
“It will be progressively brought<br />
onlinetofull generation over the<br />
following months.”<br />
It would be able to power more<br />
than 13,000 homes.<br />
The solar farm has produced an<br />
estimated 200 tonnes of mainly green<br />
waste, which has beendelivered to<br />
the <strong>Ashburton</strong> Resource Recovery<br />
Park. The park sorts <strong>Ashburton</strong>'s<br />
rubbish, recyclingand green waste.<br />
There was a43per cent increase in<br />
waste received at the <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Resource Recovery Park in<br />
September, according to arecent<br />
Lauriston’s solar farm will be<br />
generating power as of next month.<br />
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Operations and projects manager<br />
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due to the volume of waste received<br />
from the solar farm project.<br />
The recovery park had received<br />
more than 100 tonnes the equivalent<br />
weight of ablue whale from the<br />
solar farm in August and another 117<br />
tonnes in September, he said.<br />
“They have been bringing in green<br />
waste and some two tonnes of general<br />
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Toot for Tucker to the rescue<br />
SUSAN.SANDYS<br />
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
Foodbank supplies in<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> are in desperate<br />
need of replenishing as<br />
Christmas approaches.<br />
Toot For Tucker is coming to<br />
the rescue next week.<br />
Organised by <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
County Lions, with the support<br />
of Property Brokers<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>, the annual<br />
initiative will be held on<br />
Monday, beginning 6pm.<br />
It involves vehicles tooting<br />
their way around <strong>Ashburton</strong>,<br />
Fairton, Hinds and Lake Hood.<br />
Each car has adriver and a<br />
runner, and stops to collect<br />
nonperishable grocery items<br />
left out by residents in bags<br />
which have been predelivered<br />
to mail boxes.<br />
Extra Toot For Tucker bags<br />
are available at The <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
<strong>Courier</strong> office, 199 Burnett St.<br />
Salvation Army foodbank coordinator<br />
Sisilia Waqairatavo<br />
said demand was high at the<br />
foodbank, but supplies were low.<br />
It was aconstant situation,<br />
reflecting the nationwide cost of<br />
living crisis.<br />
‘‘This initiative will really help<br />
boost our foodbank,’’<br />
Waqairatavo said.<br />
St Vincent de Paul <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
president Trevor Wall said Toot<br />
For Tucker kept the charity’s<br />
foodbank stocked for most of the<br />
year.<br />
Demand over the past three<br />
months had increased 15 to 20<br />
RESTOCKING: Getting ready for Toot For Tucker are (from left) St Vincent de Paul <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
president Trevor Wall and volunteer Kevin O'Brien, Property Brokers <strong>Ashburton</strong> real estate agent<br />
Karen McRae, <strong>Ashburton</strong> County Lions president Nicola Kelly and organiser Julie McKimmie, and<br />
Presbyterian Support team leader Kelsi Thompson and Salvation Army foodbank coordinator Sisilia<br />
Waqairatavo.<br />
per cent compared to the same<br />
period last year. Part of the<br />
increase was due to bigger<br />
families seeking support.<br />
‘‘I think it’s the hard<br />
conditions at the moment, Ithink<br />
everyone is feeling the pinch of<br />
the economic downturn,’’ Wall<br />
said.<br />
Presbyterian Support<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> team leader Kelsi<br />
Thompson said Toot For Tucker<br />
was crucial for boosting supplies<br />
at this time of year. Like Wall<br />
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ELEVENTH HOUR: Armistice Day guest speaker retired Royal New<br />
Zealand Air Force Sergeant Reuben Darrell (left) and service emcee<br />
Rob Alridge. Below about 40 people attended the service.<br />
Remembrance<br />
marked at RSA<br />
DELLWYN.MOYLAN<br />
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
As the town clock chimed 11,<br />
about 40 people attending an<br />
Armistice Day service at the<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Returned and<br />
Services Association (RSA) fell<br />
silent.<br />
They were members of the RSA,<br />
veterans, members of <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Cadet Unit and No.24 (<strong>Ashburton</strong>)<br />
Squadron and Air Training Corps,<br />
alongside Mayor Neil Brown,<br />
Deputy Mayor Liz McMillian,<br />
district councillors and members<br />
of the public.<br />
It was Monday, <strong>November</strong> 11,<br />
marking the occasion when guns<br />
fell silent on the Western Front in<br />
1918, drawing World War 1toa<br />
close.<br />
Emcee RSA member Rob<br />
Aldridge lead the service that<br />
included the national anthems of<br />
Australia and New Zealand,<br />
wreath laying by the two<br />
speakers, the Mayor and retired<br />
Royal New Zealand Air Force<br />
(RNZAF) Sergeant Reuben<br />
Darrell, representative of the<br />
Compulsory Military Training<br />
members and Cadet Forces.<br />
In his address, Darrell, who<br />
served with the New Zealand<br />
Defence for <strong>14</strong> years, said<br />
Armistice Day marked the end of<br />
one of the deadliest conflicts in<br />
human history.<br />
‘‘On the eleventh hour of the<br />
eleventh day of the eleventh<br />
month in 1918, the guns fell silent<br />
on the Western Front, bringing a<br />
muchanticipated respite to the<br />
bloodshed that had claimed<br />
millions of lives.<br />
‘‘The armistice agreement<br />
signified not only the cessation of<br />
hostilities but also aturning point<br />
in the collective consciousness of<br />
nations, amoment that would<br />
echo through history.<br />
The day carried aprofound<br />
significance, intertwining with<br />
❛They fought not just<br />
for victory, but for each<br />
other, embodying a<br />
commitment to their<br />
comrades that<br />
resonates with us still.<br />
Each name on our<br />
memorials represents<br />
alife interrupted, a<br />
family forever<br />
changed.❜<br />
—Reuben Darrell<br />
our national identity, he said.<br />
‘‘ANZAC, the Australian and<br />
New Zealand Army Corps,<br />
symbolises the bravery,<br />
resilience, and mateship that<br />
emerged during this tumultuous<br />
time. It is this spirit that we<br />
honour today. The ANZAC story is<br />
rooted in the illfated Gallipoli<br />
Campaign of 1915, where our<br />
soldiers faced unimaginable<br />
hardships.<br />
‘‘Despite the adversity, the<br />
ANZACs displayed extraordinary<br />
courage and tenacity. They fought<br />
not just for victory, but for each<br />
other, embodying acommitment<br />
to their comrades that resonates<br />
with us still. It was during this<br />
campaign that the foundations of<br />
ournational identities were<br />
forged.’’<br />
The price of war was high, it left<br />
lasting scars on families and<br />
communities.<br />
‘‘Each name on our memorials<br />
represents alife interrupted, a<br />
family forever changed.’’<br />
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<strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
www.ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
Mt Somers shooters celebrate 100 years<br />
DELLWYN.MOYLAN<br />
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
Memories of many happy family<br />
times spent as part of the Mt<br />
Somers Rifle Club were recalled<br />
at the club’s 100th anniversary<br />
on Saturday.<br />
David Millichamp, one of the<br />
organisersofthe evening<br />
anniversarydinner held at the<br />
Mt Somers Rugby Club, said he<br />
was pleasedtosee more than 50<br />
people gathered for the<br />
celebration.<br />
Like many communities<br />
around New Zealand in the<br />
1920s and 1930s, Mt Somers<br />
formed arifle club.<br />
‘‘I think the clubs formed and<br />
were very popular following<br />
both world wars, with many<br />
starting after World War 1,’’<br />
Millichamp said.<br />
Along with target and<br />
smallbore shooting, many<br />
people joined for the social<br />
aspect.<br />
‘‘Rifle clubs have abig focus<br />
on this being asport that<br />
families can do together,’’<br />
Millichamp said<br />
As long as ayoung person was<br />
strong and capable enough to<br />
safely handle arifle, they were<br />
welcome to join aclub.<br />
‘‘I think shooting is great for<br />
teenagers, as it teaches them<br />
concentration skills among other<br />
things.<br />
‘‘Over the years, and even<br />
today, we have generations of<br />
shooters. In some cases there are<br />
three generations of families<br />
❛Ithink shooting is<br />
great for teenagers,<br />
as it teaches them<br />
concentration skills<br />
among other things.<br />
❜<br />
—David Millichamp<br />
shooting,’’ Millichamp said.<br />
Members have competed in<br />
interclub, representative and<br />
NewZealand Target Shooting<br />
competitions.<br />
‘‘Our district is well known for<br />
its ability to shoot well on all<br />
levels,’’ Millichamp said.<br />
The club has had membersgo<br />
on to to achieve pleasing results<br />
in competitions, especially some<br />
of the juniormembers.<br />
Over the years it had had good<br />
success winning <strong>Ashburton</strong> Rifle<br />
Association trophies.<br />
This year membership<br />
numbers have dropped slightly,<br />
theclub still has about 10 active<br />
shooters.<br />
‘‘While it’s not aeasy sport to<br />
take part in, it is one parentscan<br />
do withtheir children. My dad<br />
shot.Mydaughter has also taken<br />
part,’’ Millichamp said.<br />
Rifle clubs shoot from March<br />
through to about late September,<br />
and most clubs provide the gear<br />
for those interested in taking up<br />
thesport.<br />
ONTARGET: Present day members of the Mt<br />
Somers Rifle Club are (back row from left) David<br />
Millichamp, Eddie Millichamp, Joe McAdam,<br />
Stephen Millichamp, Kevin Fews, Olivia Fews, Tim<br />
Greer, Andy Oram, Brent Frame (middle row from<br />
left) Isaac Huggins, Taylor Fews(holding his<br />
recentlywon Mt Somers Novice Trophy), Julian<br />
Evans, Bree Greer, (front) Peyton Fews. Inset club<br />
members from 1960 to 1980 (back from left) John<br />
Sandrey, Brian Sandrey, Neil Hydes, Mike Donnell,<br />
(front row from left) Alf Wightman, Bruce Harper,<br />
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Individual Excellence in aSupportive Learning Environment<br />
News<br />
Issue 35<br />
<strong>14</strong> <strong>November</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
Message from thePrincipal<br />
Nau mai, haeremai.<br />
We have had avery exciting last two weeks as<br />
we have celebratedanumberofsuccessesand<br />
achievements of many ofour senior students,<br />
before they finished their school to now be<br />
currently sitting their NCEA external subject<br />
exams.<br />
Senior Student Prize-givings<br />
These were a wonderful acknowledgement<br />
of the hard work, positive attitude and<br />
commitmentmanyofour studentshavehad all<br />
year.Itwas wonderfultosee theirrewards at thevarious AshCollAwards<br />
assemblies and Prize-givings wehave had for our Year 11, 12 and 13<br />
students.Asthe new Principal for<strong>Ashburton</strong> College, Iwas in aweofthe<br />
academic success of ourstudents at theselevels, alongside thestudents’<br />
musical talentinthe evening events.<br />
Head Students<br />
As we head towards the end of this year, this provides the opportunity<br />
to recognise the student leadership of the school over <strong>2024</strong>.<br />
Tamsin Cartney and Ripena Umaga Vaeila as our Head Students, and<br />
E-JElliott andJordy McGillen as our DeputyHeadStudents, have shown<br />
passion and pridefor the College,and willingness to leadnew initiatives<br />
we have startedthisyear.<br />
Aoraki SecondarySchools’SportsAwards<br />
Congratulations to Sophie Gibson, Aoraki Female Sportsperson of the<br />
Year, andtoour Smallbore Rifle Shooting team who wonthe AorakiTeam<br />
of the Year awardinTimarurecently.This wasaveryproudmoment forall<br />
who were present, and our College certainly stood out asaschool with<br />
high-achieving studentsinoursportsarenas.<br />
Year 8Student Visits<br />
We have startedhaving Year 8students from ourfeeder schoolscoming<br />
to the College to getfamiliarwith our environment,engageinactivities<br />
with our staff and Year 9students, alongside having the opportunity to<br />
meet and listentothe Deansand HeadofJunior,School.This hasbeen a<br />
positive startinmaking connectionsprior to these studentsjoining us in<br />
2025. Ngā mihi nui<br />
Simon Coleman<br />
Tumuaki•Principal<br />
Congratulations<br />
AshCollWay Studentsof theWeek Award<br />
This week wehighlight AshColl Way Student ofthe Week Awardees,<br />
which re-started forWeeks 3and 4ofTerm Four,with Junior Students<br />
only on-siteand selected fromWeek4.<br />
The theme for this week was ‘Supporting Others’ Personal Strengths<br />
andWeaknesses’.<br />
ChaseBishop<br />
Year 9<br />
TamikaRambaran<br />
Year 10<br />
Information<br />
Milla Doyle<br />
Year 9<br />
TeganO'Neill<br />
Year 11<br />
Zara McGillen<br />
Year 10<br />
EmilyMeadows<br />
Year 12<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>College Year 9<br />
Academic Scholarships for2025<br />
Criteria andapplication formsare available<br />
from your child’sschool.<br />
TheClosingDatefor applicationsis<br />
Monday 25 <strong>November</strong><strong>2024</strong>,12noon.<br />
The academic examinations will be heldat<strong>Ashburton</strong> College<br />
onMonday02December from 9:00am–11:15am.<br />
Enquiries and applicationstobe made to<br />
Sheena Tyrrell,Management Administrator,<br />
Email: ts@ashcoll.school.nz<br />
Phone: 308 4193, extension 812; 027247 8003.<br />
Please note that these Scholarships are<br />
AcademicExcellenceScholarships.<br />
Information<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>College<br />
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Congratulations<br />
StudentSuccesses Celebrated at Combined<br />
Year 11 and 12 Prize-Giving<br />
Avery enjoyable evening recognising student successes was held,<br />
as acombined Year 11 and 12 event, on Tuesday 30October at the<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Event Centre.<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> College thanks all atthe Event Centre for their assistance over<br />
our tworecentAwardsnights. To Roger Farr,Gudrun Weber, Sean Mortimer,<br />
MicahInnes –yourhardworkand assistancewasappreciated.<br />
Appreciationtoour Community<br />
In relation to anumber of ourAcademic andSpecial Awards,manyofthese<br />
aredonatedbyindividualsand groups andweare very grateful to ourlocal<br />
community for this. Some of these awards and awardees are highlighted<br />
further throughthisarticle.<br />
Musical Contributionsand National Anthem<br />
This evening of celebration wasenhanced by variousmusical performances<br />
by talented students, commencing with the Processional from<br />
Molly Harrison performing ‘CowboyKindofLove’; after which the audience<br />
wasveryablyled in thesingingofthe National Anthem by Jorja Abernethy<br />
and ChloeGraham.<br />
(Picturedabove,left): Molly Harrisonperforming theProcessional.<br />
(Pictured above right, front and back): Chloe Graham and Jorja Abernethy<br />
leading the National Anthem.<br />
Further through the evening the audience was treated to<br />
Makeleta Ula’s performance of ‘Love Will Keep Us Alive’ by the Eagles,<br />
Isabel Wang’srendition of ‘She Used to be Mine’ and the Recessional provided<br />
by the‘First XV’singers, with Year 10 student Kate Cochrane on bass, and<br />
Teacher of Music Stephen Garton on Guitar,performing ‘You Don’tOwn Me’.<br />
(Pictured above, left and right): Makeleta Ula performing ‘Love Will Keep Us<br />
Alive’ and Isabel Wang singing ‘She Used to be Mine’.<br />
(Picturedabove): The‘First XV’singers, providing therecessional music.<br />
Opening Whakatau<br />
Matua Tiipene Philip provided the welcome to the prize-giving through a<br />
whakatau.<br />
Congratulations<br />
(Pictured above): TiipenePhilip<br />
presentingthe whakatau.<br />
(Pictured above): MC forthe evening,<br />
Deputy Principal,Ange Mitchell.<br />
WelcomebyMC, Deputy Principal Ange Mitchell<br />
Ange Mitchell spoke to change and exciting opportunities, which occur<br />
every year, and which had held true for all at College this year, from new<br />
initiatives such as Active Asand new buildings; towelcoming new staff,<br />
including Principal SimonColeman.<br />
Facing changeand takingonmanyexciting opportunities hasalso been the<br />
case forstudentsthroughout <strong>2024</strong>, withAnge notingthe evening as atime<br />
to come together to celebrate thegrowth, commitment, achievementand<br />
successofYear 11 and12students.<br />
Principal's Address-SimonColeman<br />
Change<br />
As with the Year 13 Graduation Ceremony,<br />
‘change’ formulated the basis of<br />
Simon Coleman’s address; commencing with<br />
his arrival as Principaland ayear of watching,<br />
listening and learning about College;meeting<br />
students, parents, whānau and the wider<br />
community; alongside seeing what valueaddedcan<br />
be appliedtocontinuetogrowthe<br />
success and cultureofthe College.<br />
Simon emphasised that <strong>Ashburton</strong> College<br />
provides very real challenges and opportunities<br />
so that everystudent can grow and reachtheir potential,using thetoolsof<br />
achangeofattitude,approach, focus or action.<br />
Acknowledgements<br />
Parents and whānau were acknowledged for their crucial support for all<br />
aspects of College,aswereall stafffor theircontinued commitmentoftime,<br />
energyand sacrificetostudents.<br />
Students were recognised for their achievements, commended asbeing<br />
trulyoutstandingacrossall walksoflife–sport, culturally,academically,and<br />
socially.Simoncongratulatedthemontheir abilitytochallenge themselves,<br />
setgoals andworkhardtoachievetheirverybest. He added that they should<br />
be proud of theirachievements. He urged students to take this attitude into<br />
2025 as they moveintoYears 12 and13, forthe exciting year thatliesahead.<br />
Change as aDoortoNew Opportunities<br />
Simon quoted Nelson Mandela,who said–‘Education is themost<br />
powerful weaponwhich youcan use to change the world.’<br />
Simon further notedthatchangeisthe door to new opportunities andnew<br />
ideas, sayingthatiswhatweall need to keep at theforefrontofnextyear.<br />
AWorld School<br />
Simon heightened awareness by saying College is a‘WorldSchool’,reflecting<br />
theworld beyondMid Canterbury–aworld full of differences,being other<br />
cultures, other languages, other views; and these make <strong>Ashburton</strong> College<br />
unique,and aschooltocelebrate.<br />
SettingSights<br />
In conclusion,Simonsaidthatitisthe school’s responsibilitytoensure that<br />
the best in education, pastoral care and opportunities areoffered-sothat<br />
all College students can change the world whether it be small or big, and<br />
leave <strong>Ashburton</strong> College with the knowledge, capability and self-belief to<br />
achievewhatevertheyset theirsights on.<br />
In Conclusion<br />
Simon’s challenge to the senior student, toconsider over the coming<br />
months, was–<br />
‘WhatChallenges andOpportunities will youtakeonin2025?’<br />
He reminded students that they get toset the path they want totravel –<br />
with the support ofstaff, whānau and community –and challenged them<br />
to use theeducationthatisavailable to them at College,tocreatethe path<br />
to success and opportunities.<br />
Year 11 andYear12AchievementAwards<br />
Thesewere<br />
announcedbyHead<br />
Students Ripena<br />
Umaga Vaeila,who<br />
read theYear 11<br />
Awardees;and by<br />
Tamsin Cartney,<br />
readingthe Year 12<br />
Awardees.<br />
(Pictured above, left and right): Ripena Umaga Vaeila and Tamsin Cartney<br />
calling awardees to the stage.
<strong>Ashburton</strong> College<br />
Individual Excellence in aSupportive Learning Environment<br />
News<br />
Issue 35<br />
<strong>14</strong> <strong>November</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
Congratulations<br />
GuestSpeaker –Gemma Wragg<br />
Gemma is a dedicated leader and legal<br />
professional with apassion for people and<br />
communitydevelopment.<br />
Aformer Head Student at <strong>Ashburton</strong> College,<br />
Gemma went on to the University of Otago,<br />
where she earned degrees in both Law and<br />
Geography. She later completed aMasters in<br />
International Lawand Politics at the Universityof<br />
Canterbury, focusing on children’s rights under<br />
international law. This subject was inspired by<br />
time spentvolunteering in Nepal and Cambodia,<br />
whereshe sawfirst-hand the challenges faced by<br />
vulnerable children.<br />
After building acareer asalawyer, Gemma was made CEO of Tavendale<br />
and Partners in 2021, arole newly created inthe growing firm. Gemma<br />
welcomed her first child earlier this year and has recently returned to work<br />
in anew strategic role,centred around people development.<br />
Gemma drew aclever parallel between the use of ChatGPT, which she<br />
used for her opening three paragraphs, produced by ChatGPT in less than<br />
aminute. Although excited about this new technology and increased<br />
efficiencies,whichmakeitworth exploring,Gemma also said that aspeech<br />
like that has noauthenticity, no stories, noreal personality, nor can it tell<br />
about her experiences in Cambodia, orasCEO of alaw firm, and neither<br />
doesithelp in delivering aspeech.<br />
Gemma’sbelief,nomatterhow amazing AI is,orhow integrated it becomes<br />
in the workplace, it cannot andwill not,replace personality,individualityor,<br />
in her opinion,simple hardwork.<br />
Her next words were about leaning into the work ahead, with each person<br />
figuring out their value-added,reminding them thateachand everyone has<br />
something unique to contribute to the worldaroundthem.<br />
Gemma then outlined alittle about her career path from, when little,<br />
wanting to be avet; then,ataround eightyears of agewantingto‘save the<br />
world’, saying sometimes this still is agoal (but –spoiler alert –‘I haven’t’).<br />
Then followed her university career, and degrees, but not knowing exactly<br />
where her study mighttake her.<br />
It was atTavendale and Partners that her workplace recognised her value<br />
before she did. Like many others, Covid changed the course of her career,<br />
changing from anoverseasinternship to kickstartacareer in human rights,<br />
to choosing not tobebitter about this loss of opportunity but, instead,<br />
working into her role as alawyerand taking anyopportunities whicharose<br />
from that. Eighteen months later she was named CEO of the firm. Gemma<br />
outlined many ofthe amazing professional growth opportunities which<br />
arose from this, saying it wasn’t at all where she thought her career was<br />
heading, but saying she is very grateful forthe direction it took.<br />
Gemmathenoutlined therelevanceofher experiences to current students,<br />
outlining they may not yet know what their post-secondary schooling<br />
path is, orwhat changes technology will make toavailable jobs. Gemma<br />
reassured studentsthatnot knowingtheir pathwayisnot an issue but what<br />
is importantisworking out –<br />
‘whatisyour value add,yourpoint of difference,<br />
your passion or specificarea of interest. Whatsets youapart?’<br />
Further importantaspects coveredhelping and supporting people; making<br />
them feel seen and heard;beingkind,whichGemma suggestedneeds more<br />
air-time. She reinforced the importance ofeach working out their valueadd,<br />
citing arange ofpotential capabilities, and reminding students that<br />
everyone has something valuable toadd to the workforce. She reinforced<br />
that ChatGPT might write agood cover letter but can’t be part of ateam,<br />
support someone having ahard time, or lead anorganisation, and it’s not<br />
physically capable, saying –<br />
‘Itisyourpersonality, your individuality, thathas value<br />
anditcannot be replacedwithtechnology.<br />
No matter whatyou aretoldabout thischangingworld, neverforget that’.<br />
Gemma emphasised that success looks different for everyone, and that it<br />
doesn’t necessarily always relate to careers. Rather, byworking hard and<br />
taking opportunities asthey arise, skills and experience will be gained and<br />
will be invaluablewherever life takeseach individual.<br />
In conclusion, Gemma highlighted the endless opportunities available<br />
through <strong>Ashburton</strong>College,and reminded studentstherewas no shortage<br />
of hardworkneeded to get throughNCEA.Importantly,she said,‘howmuch<br />
youachieveoveryour last year or twoatschoolistotallyuptoyou,beinga<br />
simple equation –<br />
‘Whatyou put in,iswhatyou’llget out. Effortin, equals results out.<br />
There arenoshort-cuts’.<br />
Gemmaencouraged students to get involved in their final one or twoyears<br />
at school, pursue interests, take every opportunity and not wish their time<br />
at school away, saying that it’s only later they will realise how special this<br />
time is.<br />
Year 11 and Year 12 Academic andSpecialAwards<br />
These were announced by Deputy Head Students E-J Elliott and<br />
Jordy McGillen,and presentedbyGuest Speaker,Gemma Wragg.<br />
(Pictured right, left<br />
and right):<br />
Jordy McGillenand<br />
E-JElliott calling<br />
awardeestothe<br />
stage.<br />
KeyYear 11 Awardees were –<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>High School Centennial Trust<br />
TopScholar Award–Year11<br />
Isabel Wang<br />
In attaining the Year 11 TopScholar Award Isabel gained the following<br />
awards –<br />
• Top Scholar in English<br />
(<strong>Ashburton</strong>DistrictCouncil<br />
Prizeand Stapleton Cup)<br />
• Top StudentinMusic<br />
• Top StudentinVisualArt<br />
• Top StudentinDrama -joint<br />
award<br />
• Level 1ExcellenceAward<br />
• AshColl WayAward<br />
Isabel wasalso presented with –<br />
AColours Awardfor Drama.<br />
Colours Awards areprestigious,<br />
presented to studentswho are<br />
National Champions,havebeen<br />
selected for aNational sports<br />
team,orare amember of a<br />
National cultural group.<br />
Thistle Masonic Lodge Prize forCitizenship<br />
RakiroaTrophyfor the TopYear11Māori Student<br />
Nate Woods<br />
TheThistle MasonicLodge<br />
CitizenshipPrize is awarded<br />
to astudent<br />
who is an excellent<br />
member of the community,<br />
who displays the values of<br />
beingagood citizen, and<br />
who exemplifies<br />
the AshColl Waythrough<br />
their actions in avarietyof<br />
areas.<br />
This year’s recipientisan<br />
outstanding studentwho has<br />
continually demonstratedthe<br />
AshColl Values throughout<br />
the year.<br />
Therecipientofthis awardembodies the qualities of an outstanding citizen,<br />
with their dedication to service evident both within the school and in the<br />
wider community.<br />
Through Nate’s active participation incultural and sporting activities, he<br />
has consistently supported fellow students and contributed to the wellbeing<br />
of those around him.<br />
Nate also gained the following awards -<br />
• Top StudentinHistory (JudithProsser Cup) -jointaward<br />
• Top StudentinTeReo Māori<br />
• Top StudentinDrama -jointaward<br />
• Most EliteMale Sportsperson in the College-SeniorBoys' Sports Cup<br />
• The Smallbore Rifle Shooting Team as the team that brings the most<br />
credit to <strong>Ashburton</strong> College (Bevan Bain Trophy)<br />
• Level 1ExcellenceAward<br />
• AshCollWay Award<br />
Nate was also presented with a Colours Award for Smallbore Rifle<br />
Shooting.<br />
KeyYear 12 Awardees were -<br />
DPIAcademic Achievement Award and ANZBankTrophy<br />
for the TopStudent in Year 12<br />
Lily Zhen<br />
In attaining the Year 12 Top<br />
Student Award, Lily gained<br />
the following awards –<br />
• Top StudentinPhysics<br />
(<strong>Ashburton</strong>DistrictCouncil<br />
Prizeand Seagar Cup)<br />
• Top Studentin<br />
Mathematics (<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
DistrictCouncil Prizeand<br />
Buckland Cup)<br />
• Top StudentinJapanese<br />
(Ton's Thai Award)<br />
• Top StudentinAccounting<br />
• Top StudentinBusiness<br />
Studies -jointaward<br />
•Citizenship Awardfor mentoring students in Reading<br />
•Level 2ExcellenceAward<br />
•AshColl WayAward<br />
Notably,Lily Zhen wasYear 11 TopScholar in 2023.<br />
RarakiroaAward andTaongafor the<br />
TopPerforming Year 12 Māori Student<br />
MyaGeorge-Tarawa<br />
In attaining theRarakiroa Award<br />
Mya also gained the following<br />
awards –<br />
• Top StudentinHealth<br />
• Top StudentinBusiness Studies<br />
-joint award<br />
• Excellence in Level2Psychology<br />
-Online<br />
• Level 2ExcellenceAward<br />
• AshColl WayAward<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>College Bill Corbett<br />
Inaugural Agricultural Scholarship andTrophy<br />
Lachie Jones<br />
Lachie also gained –<br />
• Top studentinthe Year 12<br />
AgricultureHorticultureAcademy<br />
(PrimaryIndustryTraining<br />
OrganisationCup)<br />
• Top StudentinMaterials<br />
Technology -Building -<br />
jointaward<br />
• AshColl WayAward<br />
Head Students-Elect for2025<br />
Our congratulations go to Head Students Jake Parsons and<br />
Yasmin Larry; and Deputy Head Students Sophia Aguila and<br />
TanielaPalavi, who were announced at this prize-giving,asper thearticle<br />
further through this <strong>Courier</strong> publication.<br />
Part of the<br />
announcement<br />
process is the<br />
handingoverfrom<br />
this year’s Head<br />
Students to next<br />
year’s announced<br />
Head Students.<br />
(Picturedabove,leftand right): Head StudentYasmin Larryreceiving her Head<br />
Studentbadge from <strong>2024</strong> Head StudentTamsin Cartney.<br />
KeyComingEvents …<br />
Years 9and 10: <strong>2024</strong> End-of-Year AwardAssemblies,<br />
Final Days andPrize-Givings<br />
Parents, caregivers, family/whānau and friends are most welcome<br />
at the Awards Assemblies and Prize-givings. Further information is<br />
provided to recipients and families.<br />
At the AshColl Awards Assemblies-Cultural and Sporting Performance<br />
Awards,AshCollWay Awards, and Principal’s Commendation Certificates<br />
will be presented.<br />
December<br />
09 Year 9AshCollAwardsAssembly,11:30am, CollegeAuditorium<br />
Year 10 AshColl Awards Assembly,2:00pm,CollegeAuditorium<br />
10 Year 9Prize-giving,5:30pm,<strong>Ashburton</strong>Event Centre.<br />
Year 10 Prize-giving,7:30pm,<strong>Ashburton</strong>Event Centre.<br />
Please note-*denotes subjecttoconfirmation of studentavailability.<br />
<strong>November</strong><br />
15 CanterburyAnniversaryDay,public holiday<br />
18 <strong>Ashburton</strong> Intermediate Transition Visit,9:00am-11:00am<br />
18-22 Aoraki Junior TournamentWeek<br />
19 Earlyclosure(1:20pm)–PPTAPaid UnionMeeting<br />
19-20 CanterburySchools’Junior Tennis Championships,<br />
Christchurch<br />
20 MTBDownhillRacing,Christchurch AdventurePark<br />
22-24 **NZSS 3x3SouthernJunior Basketball,Rolleston<br />
Thenext<strong>Ashburton</strong>College Newsletter<br />
willbepublished on 21 <strong>November</strong>.
COUNCIL BRIEF<br />
2Baring SquareEast, <strong>Ashburton</strong> |POBox 94, <strong>Ashburton</strong>, NewZealand 7740 | Telephone (03) 3077700 |Website ashburtondc.govt.nz<br />
Roading repairsrun to schedule<br />
A1.3km section of Pudding Hill<br />
Road has been sealed thisweek,as<br />
fine weather keepsthe Council’s<br />
roading rehabilitation programme<br />
on track.<br />
The newly-sealed section, either side<br />
of the intersection withDip Road and<br />
LongsfordRoad, will also havenew<br />
signage.<br />
Group Manager of Infrastructure and<br />
Open Spaces Neil McCann saidthe section<br />
included aslipperybend,which would<br />
nowbealot safer.<br />
“We’ve had some good weather thathas<br />
helped Fulton Hogan stay on schedule,<br />
andtheir teamshould beleaving the<br />
Pudding Hill Road sitesoon so trafficwill<br />
return to normal.”<br />
The teamwill head to Beach Road East<br />
next,wheretemporaryroadclosuresare<br />
inplaceuntil 20 December. The work<br />
hereisbeingdone in twostages, withthe<br />
first closureaffecting asectionbetween<br />
TrevorsRoadand Nicholls Road;the<br />
secondclosurewill be betweenTrevors<br />
Road andMilton Road South.<br />
Detoursare in placeand signposted.<br />
Failed areasofBeach Road Eastwill be<br />
dugout and anew layer of pavement<br />
constructed, then the sections under<br />
repair sealed.<br />
Mr McCann said thatifthe fine weather<br />
continued, the work should be completed<br />
beforeChristmas.<br />
“Rehabilitations arethe kind of road works<br />
thatrequirethe mostinvestmentand<br />
result in significantly improvedroads.In<br />
MCB Chair Kelvin Holmes<br />
Be part of Methven's<br />
big plan forthe future<br />
Methven has changedheaps<br />
in the past 15 years. There’s<br />
been population growth,new<br />
commercial activities, diversity,<br />
and the needs of our community<br />
haveevolved.<br />
The Methven CommunityBoard wants<br />
the whole town to evolveand so we are<br />
reviewing Methven’s strategic planand<br />
we need to hear whatthe community<br />
wants!<br />
The first strategic plan wasdone in 1997<br />
and reworked in 2009 after consultation<br />
with the Methven community.<br />
In 20<strong>14</strong> there wasastocktake which<br />
highlighted the numberofgoals that<br />
were achieved off the back of these<br />
twoplans. Some highlightsinclude<br />
the skatepark,and the redesign of the<br />
town centre.<br />
Rehabilitation work at Pudding Hill Road,Methven, has almost been completed.<br />
mostcases, theynot onlyinvolve digging<br />
out failed pavement, and metalcourse<br />
construction, butalsodrainage and<br />
widening of the road.<br />
“All the siteschosen forrehabilitation this<br />
summer had more sections of failures or<br />
potholes thanothersinthe district,and<br />
our aim istomakethem better andsafer<br />
forall who use them.”<br />
Council is spending about $2.4millionthis<br />
summer on rehabilitating around 8.5km<br />
Weknowthatthisisaprocess that<br />
works so we want to revisit it andsee<br />
Methven intothe future.<br />
The aim of the consultation is to hear<br />
the community’s views.We areholding<br />
two workshops (the workshopsare the<br />
same, so youonly need to attend one),<br />
oneon28<strong>November</strong> (6.30pm–8.30pm)<br />
and asecond on 1December (3pm–<br />
5pm), both at theMount Hutt Memorial<br />
Hall.<br />
Aswell as the in-person workshops,<br />
peoplecan givetheir feedbackthrough<br />
ashort survey that will be delivered<br />
toMethven mailboxesnextweek,<br />
oravailable online fromMonday 18<br />
<strong>November</strong>.You candothe survey<br />
through this link;itsourplace.nz and it<br />
isverymuch encouraged. Submissions<br />
close 22 December.<br />
of roads. The budgetfor resurfacingand<br />
maintenance of othersealedand unsealed<br />
roads is about $8.2m.<br />
TheSeafieldRoadand Maronan Road<br />
rehabilitation work willbegin after<br />
Christmas. A1.3km section of Maronan<br />
Road, between Lills Road and Winslow<br />
Westerfield Road, and a1.2kmsectionof<br />
SeafieldRoad, between MorrisRoadand<br />
Cochranes Road, willberehabilitated.<br />
We want this<br />
reviewtohighlight<br />
thecommunity expectations<br />
forthe next 10 yearsand<br />
celebratethe accomplishments of the<br />
past. It is aboutwhatwecan do better,<br />
what could havebeen done better and<br />
what thefuture mightlook likefor the<br />
Methvencommunity.<br />
TheMethven CommunityStrategic Plan<br />
is ourplan,assistedbyCouncil, and<br />
your involvementiscriticaltoour future<br />
as athrivingtown.<br />
We welcomeyourattendanceatone of<br />
the twocommunity meetings and/or<br />
by submitting online. Allsuggestions<br />
will be considered by theMethven<br />
Community Board.<br />
So, what do ya reckon, Methven?It’s<br />
timetohaveyour say!<br />
Thursday,<strong>14</strong><strong>November</strong><strong>2024</strong> | ISSUE 205<br />
AND<br />
NEW FREQUENCY<br />
EffectivefromThursday28<br />
<strong>November</strong>,<strong>Ashburton</strong> Airportwill<br />
adoptthe new<strong>Ashburton</strong> Common<br />
FrequencyZone(CFZ) 119.4MHz,<br />
enabling pilots to use asingle<br />
VHF frequencywhen operating<br />
in our zone. The old <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Airport frequency 119.1MHz will be<br />
removed.<br />
DOMAIN MOVIE<br />
To celebrate 160 yearsofthe<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Domain, Council is<br />
putting on an outdoor screening<br />
of the family movie Inside Out,<br />
at the domain on Saturday23<br />
<strong>November</strong>.Bring your picnic, your<br />
blanket or bean bagand settle<br />
in forthe evening,with food and<br />
coffeeavailable from afood court.<br />
Pre-showentertainment includes<br />
aquiz about the domain, so do<br />
your homework! Join us from<br />
5pm. Proudly supported by the<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Guardian.<br />
TRYHANDBALL<br />
Like sport?Then come along to the<br />
EA Networks CentreonTuesday<br />
19 <strong>November</strong> and giveOlympic<br />
handball ago. The NewZealand<br />
Handball Federationislookingfor<br />
youngpeople (born on or after 1<br />
January 2006) to be part of itsyouth<br />
and juniorwomen'ssquads. The<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> session will runfrom<br />
4.15pm-5.30pm.<br />
SALSA SESSION<br />
Salsaisagreat waytokeep fit and<br />
meetnew people, socome alongto<br />
asalsa dancedemonstrationatthe<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> LibraryonSaturday30<br />
<strong>November</strong>,from1-2pm. The demo<br />
will be followedbyanopportunity<br />
to give this Latin American dancea<br />
go.Suitablefor all ages andabilities.<br />
1 ashburtondc.govt.nz<br />
Thursday,<strong>14</strong><strong>November</strong> <strong>2024</strong> |ISSUE 205
Council servicesonanniversaryday<br />
Thereare no changes to kerbside<br />
rubbish and recycling collection in<br />
the <strong>Ashburton</strong> DistrictonFriday 15<br />
<strong>November</strong>,which is apublic holiday<br />
to celebrate CanterburyAnniversary<br />
Day.<br />
If your bins areemptied on aFriday,then<br />
please put them out by 7.30am as usual<br />
and remember to use the windstrap,<br />
whether it’swindy or not.<br />
Thereare afew other changes to Council<br />
services on the public holiday, butthe<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Art Galleryand Museum, and<br />
EA Networks Centrewill both be openfor<br />
business.<br />
Rubbish and Recycling<br />
Thereisnochangetokerbside rubbish<br />
and recycling collections andFriday’s<br />
collection will take placeasusual, with<br />
residentstohavetheir wheelie bins out by<br />
7.30am. Remember to use your windstrap,<br />
whetherit'swindy or not.<br />
The <strong>Ashburton</strong> Resource Recovery Park<br />
willbeopenFriday 15 <strong>November</strong>from<br />
9am until 5pm, Saturday from 9am-6pm<br />
and Sunday from 9am-5pm.<br />
The Methven green wastedropoffwill be<br />
open Sunday from 12pm until 4pm.<br />
The Rakaia Resource Recovery Park will be<br />
closed on Friday.<br />
EA Networks Centre<br />
Havesome fun in the pool, or putupsome<br />
hoops on CanterburyAnniversary Day,as<br />
the facility will be open from 10am-5pm.<br />
It will be open usual weekend hourson<br />
Saturday and Sunday from 7am to 7pm.<br />
Therewill be no swim school lessons on<br />
Friday 15 <strong>November</strong>.<br />
Mt HuttMemorial Hall<br />
The Mt HuttMemorial Hall at Methven will<br />
be open from 10am until 2pm on Friday<br />
15 <strong>November</strong>,and from 10am-4pmon<br />
Saturday and Sunday.<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Library<br />
The <strong>Ashburton</strong> Librarywill be closed<br />
Friday 15 <strong>November</strong>,but open Saturday<br />
and Sunday from 10am-4pm.<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Art Galleryand Museum<br />
The <strong>Ashburton</strong> Art Galleryand Museum<br />
will be open 10am-4pm on Friday,<br />
Saturday and Sunday.<br />
Drop in and learn something newabout<br />
the clevercrustaceans thatinhabit our<br />
seas or explorethe dream-likepaintings<br />
of Esther Deans. The giftshop will also be<br />
open forthose eagertoget their Christmas<br />
shopping sorted early.<br />
Customer Services<br />
Council’sCustomer Services counter at Te<br />
WhareWhakaterewill be closedonFriday<br />
15 <strong>November</strong>,Saturday and Sunday,<br />
re-opening on Monday 18 <strong>November</strong> at<br />
8.30am. If youhaveaproblem or urgently<br />
need to contactus, then the afterhours<br />
servicewill be operating -please phone 03<br />
307 7700.<br />
Emails, Snap Send Solves and website<br />
requests will be cleared Monday morning.<br />
TrevorsRdwatermainunder repair<br />
Asegment of an ageing watermain<br />
on TrevorsRoadisbeing replaced,<br />
with work starting this week.<br />
Group ManagerofInfrastructure and Open<br />
Spaces Neil McCann said the 60-year-old<br />
pipe had burst in severalplaces recently.<br />
“The pipe wasinstalled in 1964and<br />
obviously needs replacing. We have<br />
contracted<strong>Ashburton</strong> Contracting Limited<br />
to do the work,which we expecttobe<br />
finished justbeforeChristmas.”<br />
The segment to be renewedisbetween<br />
Wellington Street and Beach Road. It will<br />
involvedigging trenches and installing a<br />
newpipeline, and necessitateone lane of<br />
<strong>2024</strong><br />
SAT<br />
NOV 30<br />
BARING SQUARE EAST<br />
TrevorsRoadtobepartially closed. The<br />
footpathwill also be closed.<br />
Mr McCann said Council had spent nearly<br />
$20,000 on emergencyrepairstothe<br />
pipeline and morebreaks were expectedif<br />
the segment wasnot replaced.<br />
Residentscan expecttosee heavy<br />
machineryinthe area,and atemporary<br />
speed restriction will be in place.<br />
Residentswil still haveaccess to their<br />
properties.<br />
“Our contractorwill trytominimise any<br />
disruptions but it is really important we<br />
renewthis segment as soon as possible to<br />
prevent further damagetothe network."<br />
Proudly supported by<br />
CANTERBURYANNIVERSARY<br />
DAYRUBBISH&RECYCLING<br />
Rubbish and recycling<br />
There is no change to kerbside rubbish<br />
andrecycling collectionsand the<br />
collection on Friday 15 <strong>November</strong> will<br />
take placeasusual, withresidentsto<br />
havetheir wheelie bins out by 7.30am.<br />
Remember to use your windstrap,<br />
whether it'swindy or not.<br />
Resource Recovery Parks<br />
The <strong>Ashburton</strong> Resource Recovery Park<br />
will be open Friday 15 <strong>November</strong>from<br />
9am until 5pm, Saturday from 9am-6pm<br />
and Sunday from 9am-5pm.<br />
The Methven green wastedropoffwill be<br />
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The Rakaia Resource Recovery Park will<br />
be closed on Friday 15 <strong>November</strong>.<br />
PROPOSEDROADCLOSURE<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> DistrictCouncil givespublic<br />
noticeofaproposal to temporarily close<br />
roads to ordinaryvehicle traffic to enable<br />
the holding of acommunity event–<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> CarClub Standing Quarter<br />
Mile Sprint Meeting.<br />
Road proposed to be closed:<br />
Somerton Road from Coplands Road to<br />
Jamiesons Road<br />
Periodofclosure: From 9am to 4.30 pm<br />
on Saturday,<strong>14</strong>December <strong>2024</strong>.<br />
This proposed closureismade under the<br />
LocalGovernment Act1974 –Schedule<br />
10 (11 (e) and will be considered at a<br />
Councilmeeting on 20 <strong>November</strong><strong>2024</strong>.<br />
Anyperson objecting to the proposal<br />
should lodge anoticeoftheir objection<br />
andgrounds fortheir objection in writing<br />
by postoremail to the Council, 2Baring<br />
SquareEast, <strong>Ashburton</strong> by 4pm, Monday<br />
18 <strong>November</strong><strong>2024</strong>.<br />
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<strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
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Club’s rally on show in picture book<br />
TONI.WILLIAMS<br />
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
More than 280 stunning<br />
photographs make up a<br />
hardcover book documenting<br />
the Mid Canterbury Vintage<br />
Machinery Club’s Wheat and<br />
Wheels Rally.<br />
The coffee table style book<br />
is full of agriculturaland<br />
other machinesshining in all<br />
their glory at the event, as<br />
photographed by Struan<br />
Christie, Bailey Chambers,<br />
Kyle Christie, John Hall and<br />
Dave ‘Skoda’ Ching.<br />
The photographs were<br />
taken during the twoday rally<br />
at Lauriston, hosted by club<br />
member Anthony Hampton.<br />
It attracted about 5000<br />
people who were spoilt for<br />
choice with more than 700<br />
types of machinery, ranging<br />
from the newest and biggest<br />
pivot tractors to vintage<br />
tractors of yesteryear, and<br />
featuring 100 years of IH<br />
Farmall production. There<br />
were also traction engines,<br />
military displays, vintage and<br />
classic tractors, cars, trucks,<br />
fire engines and motorbikes.<br />
Ademonstration harvest of<br />
3ha of Discovery wheat took<br />
place after the final parade on<br />
day two.<br />
It was machinery heaven,<br />
LIMITEDEDITION: Mid Canterbury Vintage Machinery Club members Keith Howden (left) and Struan<br />
Christie with acompilation book made up of photographs taken during the Wheat and Wheels Rally<br />
inApril.<br />
that also raised $30,000 for<br />
Canterbury West Coast Air<br />
Rescue Trust.<br />
Struan said so far more than<br />
100 booksofthe two days of<br />
action had been sold. There<br />
were still alimited number<br />
left. They cost $65 each.<br />
It was afundraiser for the<br />
❛It’s anice hardcover<br />
book. It’s nice, good<br />
quality,shiny (paper).<br />
It might be agood<br />
Christmas present for<br />
somebody.❜<br />
—Struan Christie<br />
club, he said.<br />
It was the second coffee<br />
table book Struan had made<br />
over the years; he did aphoto<br />
book of the 2016 rally as well.<br />
Feedback on the<br />
publication to date had been<br />
favourable, something he and<br />
the book’s fellow<br />
photographers were proud of.<br />
‘‘It’s anice hardcover book.<br />
It’s nice, good quality, shiny<br />
(paper). Ipaid abit extra for<br />
better quality photograph<br />
paper,’’ he said.<br />
Anyone wanting to view or<br />
buy abook can make contact<br />
via the Mid Canterbury<br />
Vintage Machinery Club’s<br />
Facebook page or text Struan<br />
on 0274307020.<br />
‘‘It might be agood<br />
Christmas present for<br />
somebody,’ he said.<br />
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<strong>Ashburton</strong> <strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
19<br />
Brighter future for rural showcase<br />
Canterbury A&P Association’s<br />
new chairman Sir David Carter is<br />
pleased the reduced three-day<br />
Christchurch show, starting today,<br />
is shaping up to be stronger than<br />
first thought. He divides<br />
governance work with running<br />
Manor Farm at Teddington on<br />
Banks Peninsula. Tim Cronshaw<br />
reports.<br />
Aslimmed down Canterbury A&P Show<br />
is larger than first thought this week as<br />
supporters led by Sir David Carter<br />
bring it back from aprecarious<br />
financial position.<br />
The threeday event, interrupted only<br />
by war and pandemics since the early<br />
1860s, seemed likely to be cancelled at<br />
one stage this year, but was later<br />
reinstated to go ahead as The<br />
Christchurch Show.<br />
AWednesday start has been rolled<br />
backbyaday, the show starts today and<br />
runs until Saturday with some events in<br />
the programme pulled for this year as a<br />
result of cost cutting and the show<br />
righting its financial footing.<br />
Returning again will be more than<br />
300 trade and market exhibitors and<br />
vendors aturnout close to last year<br />
and above the best hopes of organisers.<br />
Confirmed attractions will be<br />
livestockjudging, amusement rides,<br />
animal showing and entertainment<br />
including the barbecue competition,<br />
dirt bike racing and the popular<br />
farmyard site for children.<br />
New events will include tractor<br />
pulling and adrone competition.<br />
Carter, aBanks Peninsula farmer,<br />
SHOW SUPPORT: Canterbury A&P Association chairman Sir David Carter is keen for<br />
support of The Christchurch Show.<br />
was elected chairman of the Canterbury<br />
A&P Association to help steer the event<br />
back to afinancially strong position.<br />
He said the event was shaping up to<br />
be much stronger than expected<br />
because of firm support and hard work<br />
in the background.<br />
‘‘The association is now in asolvent<br />
position not only to the end of this year<br />
but to the end of the next calendar year.<br />
‘‘So we’ve had good support from the<br />
likes of the city council and the trust set<br />
up from the sale of the lease we had on<br />
Wigram Rd back to the council we<br />
established atrust of $4 million the<br />
trustees there have been very<br />
supportive.<br />
‘‘Put all that money together and then<br />
you stop some of the expenditure that<br />
was being undertaken by the previous<br />
board and we’ve actually got aviable<br />
association which augers well for us<br />
setting up the show on asound basis to<br />
carry on into the future.’’<br />
The former minister of agriculture<br />
and speaker of the House vowed the<br />
show, running since 1862, would<br />
survive and prosper again as an<br />
important event for the city and<br />
province, when he took up the<br />
chairman role.<br />
He said farmers were more confident<br />
than they were previously with the<br />
farming outlook picking up as the dairy<br />
industry had increased its payout,<br />
demand had continued for beef and<br />
lamb prices were up almost $1 a<br />
kilogram the past six weeks.<br />
Ticket sales were going well with<br />
livestock and other committee<br />
members working hard on the phones to<br />
get astrong response from exhibitors.<br />
People who might have taken the<br />
event for granted had ‘‘woken up’’ and<br />
the rural community had realised they<br />
had aduty to display their abilities and<br />
interests to city people, Carter said.<br />
‘‘People had realised the show was at<br />
risk and we said use it or lose it<br />
basically and they have come together<br />
and acknowledged how valuable it is<br />
and responded enthusiastically.<br />
‘‘We want people to show their<br />
support whether they are the farming<br />
people coming for social reasons to<br />
catch up with mates or see the<br />
technology and machinery or whether<br />
it’s the city people coming to see how<br />
the country operates.<br />
‘‘It’s important for an agricultural<br />
country and agricultural province like<br />
Canterbury.’’<br />
2644497
ADVERTISEMENT<br />
John Bertrand Collectables<br />
Buying in <strong>Ashburton</strong>, Methven<br />
andGeraldine Next Week<br />
Once again, the gold and collectables buyers<br />
from Wellington company John Bertrand<br />
Collectables are visiting <strong>Ashburton</strong>, Methven and<br />
Geraldine next week. Mr Tony Grant from the<br />
company says, “If you are downsizing or wanting<br />
to dispose ofthings because they nolonger serve<br />
any purpose to you oryour family bring them in”.<br />
“Next week will be agreat opportunity tohave any<br />
items you want to sell assessed byour buyers” said<br />
Mr Grant. Particularly wanted are Gold and Silver<br />
(inany of its forms)and CollectablessuchasCoins,<br />
Banknotes, War Medals, Old<br />
Wind-up Watches and other<br />
interesting Small Collectables.<br />
“We are keen buyers,<br />
especially ofthe items in the<br />
list below” said Mr Grant.<br />
“Nothing is too small for our<br />
consideration. We are just<br />
as happy buying 1 item as<br />
we are buying 1,000 items”<br />
he said. The buyers will be<br />
in <strong>Ashburton</strong>, Methven and<br />
Geraldine next week (see<br />
details below). As Tony Grant<br />
points out“If you are in doubt<br />
about any items youmay wish<br />
to sell, bring them alongfor an<br />
instantappraisal.”<br />
Mr Anthony (Tony)<br />
W. Grant<br />
Fellowofthe Royal Numismatic<br />
Society of NewZealand Incorporated<br />
Director and Buyer<br />
John Bertrand (Collectables)Ltd<br />
Author of theJohnBertrand<br />
NZCoin &Banknote Catalogue<br />
Gold &Silver<br />
At NearRecord<br />
Prices<br />
D uring these<br />
uncertain times<br />
we have seen a sharp<br />
increase in the price of<br />
precious metals. The gold price in New<br />
Zealand is at near record levels sogather<br />
up all your unwanted items and take them<br />
along to the buyers. Tony Grant says “Wecan<br />
buy old gold items in all forms, including<br />
Jewellery (Rings, Chains, Brooches etc),<br />
Coins (Sovereigns and the like), Alluvial<br />
(River Gold), virtually anything, even<br />
Gold Teeth! We also need all Sterling Silver<br />
including Cups, Tea Services, Cutlery and<br />
OldCoins” he said.<br />
Some Big Dollars inEarly Banknotes<br />
arly New Zealand Banknotes dated<br />
Ebefore 1932 are currently fetching<br />
big money! Thisisaccording to MrTony<br />
Grant, author of the John Bertrand New<br />
Zealand Coin & Banknote Catalogue.<br />
Mr Grant is in <strong>Ashburton</strong>, Methven and<br />
Geraldine nextweekonabuyingtripfor<br />
John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd and<br />
would bevery keen to see any of these<br />
issues.“We will pay atleast $300 for any<br />
undamaged Ten Shilling or One Pound<br />
T<br />
Interesting Small<br />
Collectables Wanted<br />
he buyers from John Bertrand<br />
(Collectables) Ltd, visiting <strong>Ashburton</strong>,<br />
Methven and Geraldine next week, are<br />
happy tolook at any interesting items, for<br />
example vintage pocket and wristwatches<br />
such as Rolex, Men’s Omega, Breitling<br />
and gold watches etc. Also wanted, pre<br />
1950’s picture postcards, Maori and Pacific<br />
artefacts,old fountain pensand other small<br />
antique or historical items.<br />
“If you have something unusual<br />
which you would like to sell, please<br />
bring it into one of our venues, wewould<br />
likethe chance to at least havealook at it”<br />
said Tony Grant, buyer for the Company.<br />
“We will consider anything which may be<br />
of interest to acollector” hesaid.<br />
banknote from a New Zealand trading<br />
bank dated 1932 or before.<br />
Denominations of five pounds and<br />
higher would be worth from $700. “Any<br />
banknote dated prior to 1900 would be<br />
worth at least $1000” said Mr Grant.<br />
Also purchased are any Reserve Bank<br />
of New Zealand pre-decimal issues,<br />
especially 50 Pound notes. All overseas<br />
banknotes are also wanted, especially<br />
early Pacific Island issues.<br />
C<br />
D<br />
Collectors Need WarMedals<br />
urrently, throughout NZ and the world there isabig<br />
demand by collectors for war medals. These cover all<br />
warsright through from the NewZealand Land Wars and the<br />
Boer War, to the First and Second WorldWars and the later<br />
Korea and Vietnam conflicts. New Zealand Servicemen and<br />
Women firstservedoverseas in the Boer WarinSouthAfrica<br />
around 1900 and the war medals awarded forthis service are<br />
needed by the buyers, as are any other Medals from early<br />
NewZealand and the NewZealandWars.<br />
General service medals from both the First and Second<br />
WorldWars will also be purchased, but as can be imagined<br />
these were awarded in fairly large numbers. “If a group<br />
of medals has any special award for bravery such as the<br />
Military Medal, Military orFlying Cross or other medals for<br />
Distinguished Conduct or Meritorious Service, these can<br />
add great value to agroup” stated Mr Tony Grant, buyer<br />
for John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd. “Many families have<br />
old medals, some dating back to early Imperial days, that<br />
they are not sure what to do with. These are better off in<br />
the hands of collectors who will look after them. We will be<br />
happytolookatany war medals whatsoever, just bring them<br />
in to venues”hesaid.<br />
Old Coins Can Toss Up aRarity<br />
oyou have abunch of oldcoinssitting aroundinyour<br />
drawers and cupboards? You just never know what<br />
rarities may be lurking there. The advice fromTony Grant<br />
from John Bertrand (Collectables) Limited is to “bring<br />
them in and let us have alook”. “No need to sort anything<br />
out just bring them in ‘as is’ and please don’tclean them!<br />
We can go through coin accumulations and collections<br />
fairly quickly” he said. The buyers are particularly keen<br />
to buy pre 1946 New Zealand Silver Coins for at least 20<br />
times their face value (more for quantity). “In any event<br />
we will buy All Coins,” said Mr Grant.<br />
JOHN BERTRAND (COLLECTABLES) ARE BUYING NOW!!<br />
OLD GOLD<br />
• Unwanted Jewellery or Broken Rings<br />
• Gold Chains<br />
• Gold Watch Cases<br />
• Alluvial (River) Gold<br />
• Dental Gold<br />
• Gold Coins<br />
• Gold Racing & Trophy Cups<br />
COINS<br />
• All Gold & Silver Coins<br />
• Gold Sovereigns<br />
• Gold Half Sovereigns<br />
• NZ Silver Coins 1946 & Before<br />
(at least 20 times face value)<br />
• Also wanted NZ & World Coins<br />
after 1946<br />
• Australian Silver Coins to 1963<br />
• English Silver Coins to 1946<br />
• NZ 1935 “Waitangi Crown”<br />
• USA Coins up to 1964<br />
• Old Collections & Accumulations of World Coins<br />
• Modern Collector’s Coins & Sets<br />
• NZ Reserve Bank Sets<br />
*No Pennies or Halfpennies Please*<br />
BANKNOTES<br />
• NZ & Australian “Trading Bank” Notes pre 1932<br />
(e.g. Bank of New South Wales, Bank of NZ etc)<br />
• Reserve Bank of NZ Pre-Decimal Notes<br />
• Any £20, £50 or £100 Notes<br />
• Hong Kong & Malayan Banknotes<br />
• Australian Pre Decimal Notes<br />
• Australian “Star” Notes<br />
• Early Fijian and Samoan Banknotes<br />
• NZ Traders Promissary Notes (1840s)<br />
• NZ Government Debentures<br />
• NZ Banknotes overprinted for<br />
use in Fiji, Cook Islands etc<br />
• Postal Notes<br />
• All other World Banknotes<br />
GOLD &SILVER<br />
• Racing Cups<br />
• A&P Show Cups<br />
• Sports Cups<br />
• Presentation Keys & Trowels<br />
• Show Pieces<br />
• Sterling Silver Tea Sets<br />
• Sterling Silver Cutlery<br />
• Scrap Gold & Silver<br />
*No EPNS or Silver Plated items Please*<br />
WRIST &POCKET WATCHES<br />
• Gold & Silver Pocket Watches<br />
• Any Rolex Watches<br />
• Omega Gents Watches<br />
• Any Breitling, Jaegar Le Coultre, Vacheron &<br />
Constantin, Patek Philippe, or IWC Watches<br />
• Moon Phase Watches<br />
• Chiming or Alarm Watches (Pocket or Wrist)<br />
• Military Watches<br />
• Divers Watches<br />
• All other pre 1950s wind up watches<br />
(parts value only)<br />
*No Quartz or Battery Operated Watches Please*<br />
TOKENS<br />
• NZ & Australian “Tradesmen’s” Tokens<br />
• NZ Transportation Tokens<br />
• Railway Passes<br />
• Tram Tokens (not Dunedin Tramways)<br />
• Presbyterian Church Communion Tokens<br />
• Bread Tokens<br />
• Theatre, Cafe, Discount Tokens etc<br />
• Any other tokens relating to early New Zealand<br />
COLLECTABLES<br />
• Albums & Accumulations of Pre 1920s Postcards<br />
(used or unused)<br />
• Old Fountain Pens<br />
• Maori & Pacific Artefacts<br />
No item too small for<br />
our consideration<br />
JOHN BERTRAND (COLLECTABLES) LTD<br />
OUR BUYERS ARE INYOURAREA NEXTWEEK<br />
WAR MEDALS ETC<br />
• The New Zealand Wars & Boer War Medals<br />
• 1st World War Medals<br />
• 2nd World War Medals, Stars etc<br />
• Orders and Decorations<br />
• Korea & Vietnam Medals<br />
• Antarctic or other Polar Medals<br />
• Fire Brigade Medals<br />
• Lodge Medals<br />
• Shooting Medals<br />
• Military Badges and all other<br />
Military Medals<br />
• Gold returning Fob Medals or “Tokens of Honour”<br />
from residents of small town New Zealand<br />
HISTORICAL MEDALS<br />
• A&P Show- Gold, Silver & Bronze Medals<br />
• Commemorative Medals & Medalets<br />
• Prize Medals (Gold & Silver)<br />
• Sports Medals (Gold & Silver)<br />
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Childhood inspires fundraising<br />
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Teen Rhys Blissett will be<br />
running along way with the aim<br />
of making abig difference this<br />
weekend.<br />
The 17yearold will cover<br />
126.6km from Rolleston to<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> and back again,<br />
along the highway and parallel<br />
roads, over Saturday and<br />
Sunday. He will be raising<br />
money for Women’sRefuge.<br />
He is passionate about the<br />
cause, after having spent time<br />
as achild in foster homes and<br />
refuge safe houses.<br />
Rhys is today studying to<br />
become apolice officer,<br />
inspired by not wanting other<br />
children to experience what he<br />
did.<br />
He grew up in <strong>Ashburton</strong>,<br />
attending primary and<br />
intermediate school here,<br />
before moving to Christchurch.<br />
As he has been raising<br />
awareness of the run<br />
throughout Canterbury, he<br />
recently gave an inspiring talk<br />
at Te Koromiko Swannanoa<br />
School.<br />
He told parents, staff, board<br />
and community members he<br />
had to witness his mother and<br />
siblings affected by physical<br />
violence.<br />
The family shifted often,<br />
meaning he never had asense<br />
of stability.<br />
‘‘I had to grow up thinking<br />
that the stuff Iwas going<br />
through was normal and it<br />
happened in everyone's<br />
household. Being shifted<br />
around from eight different<br />
schools and having the mindset<br />
RUN FOR CHANGE: Rhys Blissett is preparing to run 126.6km this<br />
weekend to raise money for Women’s Refuge.<br />
of always being ready to up and<br />
leave, Inever got the chance to<br />
be able to make or learn how to<br />
have friends, and this is still<br />
something Istruggle with<br />
today,’’ Rhys said.<br />
‘‘Always being on alert and<br />
fearing of stepping on<br />
eggshells made me avery<br />
confused, shutoff, quiet,<br />
unnormal, angry kid. Iwas<br />
forced to be at school and<br />
expected to do what was<br />
expected, while having the<br />
night before’s scenario playing<br />
over and over in my head.<br />
Wondering whether anyone<br />
else in my class had<br />
experienced being beaten,<br />
neglected, or awitness of<br />
domestic violence.’’<br />
He set out to become<br />
independent.<br />
As soon as he turned 16 he<br />
got afulltime job at a<br />
butchery.<br />
‘‘I used to start school at 9am,<br />
finish at 2pm, start work at<br />
2:30pm, and finish work at<br />
12:30am at night.<br />
‘‘Even though Iwas only<br />
getting seven hours of sleep<br />
every night Iwas motivated to<br />
make achange in my life.’’<br />
He soon found aflat to move<br />
into.<br />
‘‘This is where my life took a<br />
turn for the better,’’ he said.<br />
‘‘With help from youth<br />
services that my school<br />
directed me to, Iapplied at<br />
New Zealand Institute of Sport<br />
and Igot accepted into the prepolice<br />
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‘‘Throughout the course my<br />
confidence grew and a<br />
realisation about myself that I<br />
really like helping people.’’<br />
Rhys as of yesterday had<br />
raised $3415 through his Run<br />
For Change event.<br />
Different supporters will be<br />
accompanying him for various<br />
sections of the run.<br />
If you want to support<br />
Women’s Refuge by sponsoring<br />
Rhys Blissett on his Run For<br />
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Cadets going strong 160 years on<br />
New Zealand’s oldest<br />
youth development<br />
organisation New Zealand<br />
Cadet Forces reached a<br />
milestone this week of 160<br />
years. The uniformed<br />
organisation provides<br />
military-style leadership<br />
and adventure-based<br />
training to youth. It has<br />
three branches -sea<br />
cadets, army cadets and<br />
air cadets. In <strong>Ashburton</strong>,<br />
two of the branches -army<br />
and air -are represented.<br />
They boast strong<br />
involvement from youth<br />
throughout Mid<br />
Canterbury. Dellwyn<br />
Moylan spoke to members<br />
of the two branches to find<br />
out what being involved<br />
means to them.<br />
Officers of the Air Training Corps (in dark blueuniforms), Lisa Sutton (left) and Luke Sutton (far right) and <strong>Ashburton</strong> Cadet Unit (in<br />
green uniform), Cezarne Rodgers (front centre), next to former Corps area advisor Reuben Darrell, with some of the <strong>Ashburton</strong> cadets,<br />
including Ethan Clark (back row second from right)and Ashleigh Clarke (front row second from right). Below <strong>Ashburton</strong> Technical<br />
School, 1927, first cadet unit. MAIN PHOTO DELLWYN MOYLAN; PHOTO ASHBURTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE, AHISTORICAL SURVEY 19121962.<br />
Seventeenyearold Ethan Clark<br />
is aleading air cadet, he has<br />
been involved for nearly two<br />
years. He said he and his fellow<br />
air cadets in the corps<br />
performed drills, learned flying,<br />
navigational and survival skills,<br />
and went on hikes and camps.<br />
Seventeenyearold Ashleigh<br />
Clarke has been an army cadet<br />
for four years. She is astaff<br />
sergeant.<br />
‘‘One of the best things about<br />
cadets is the new skills you<br />
learn and the friends you meet.<br />
Ienjoy taking part in<br />
commemorations such as Anzac<br />
Day and Armistice Day<br />
parades,’’ Ashleigh said.<br />
There are 32 army cadets in<br />
the <strong>Ashburton</strong> group, called the<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Cadet Unit. It was<br />
established in 1887.<br />
Unit Commander Major<br />
Cezarne Rodgers said the unit<br />
had strong foundations.<br />
‘‘The cadets and officers are<br />
able to attend well run trainings<br />
and build on their skills.’’<br />
Rodgers herself started as a<br />
cadet in year 9. She has risen<br />
through the ranks after 35 years<br />
with the unit.<br />
The air cadet branch in<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> is called the No.24<br />
(<strong>Ashburton</strong>) Squadron, Air<br />
Training Corps .<br />
Unit Commander Squadron<br />
Leader Luke Sutton has along<br />
history with the organisation.<br />
He joined the corps as acadet,<br />
and took over command in 2005.<br />
The corps was formed in 1942<br />
and currently has 20 air cadets.<br />
Sutton said the New Zealand<br />
Cadet Forces has remained a<br />
professional youth training<br />
programme that has adapted<br />
with the times.<br />
‘‘Many of our former cadets<br />
have joined the New Zealand<br />
Defence Force. These<br />
personnel often return and visit<br />
the unit, sharing stories of how<br />
being acadet impacted their<br />
life,’’ Sutton said.<br />
The two cadet forces<br />
branches meet in <strong>Ashburton</strong> on<br />
Thursday nights during term<br />
time. <strong>Ashburton</strong> Cadet Unit<br />
meets at 254 Cameron St, 5.30pm<br />
to 9.30pm, contact Cezarne<br />
Rodgers cucdr.<br />
acu@cadetforces.org.nz. No.24<br />
(<strong>Ashburton</strong>) Squadron, Air<br />
Training Corp meets at hangar 4<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Airport from 7pm to<br />
9pm, contact Luke Sutton<br />
24sqn@cadetforces.org.nz<br />
Climate change action efforts praised<br />
BY DAVID HILL<br />
Local democracy reporter<br />
Collaboration between<br />
Canterbury’s councils to<br />
tackle climate change has<br />
been praised in anational<br />
report.<br />
The Canterbury Mayoral<br />
Forum’s work with<br />
Environment Canterbury<br />
(ECan) to respondtoclimate<br />
change has been<br />
acknowledged in areport by<br />
the Office of the Auditor<br />
General tabled in Parliament<br />
on <strong>November</strong> 5.<br />
The forum, which comprises<br />
Canterbury’s 10 mayors and<br />
the ECan chair, has developed<br />
aCanterbury climate change<br />
risk assessment and the<br />
Canterbury Climate<br />
Partnership Plan.<br />
The AuditorGeneral’s<br />
report considers the efforts of<br />
four councils and offers five<br />
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AuditorGeneral John Ryan<br />
said he chose ECan,<br />
Christchurch, Nelson and<br />
Whanganui councils because<br />
they had all declared climate<br />
emergencies.<br />
‘‘I wanted to know how well<br />
councils are moving from<br />
talking about climate action to<br />
taking action.<br />
‘‘I wanted to understand how<br />
well they were gathering<br />
information about climate<br />
risks, how they used strategies<br />
to prioritise actions, how they<br />
worked across territorial<br />
boundaries, how they involved<br />
communities in the process<br />
(including Māori), and how<br />
they monitored their<br />
progress.’’<br />
Other recommendations<br />
include having clear climate<br />
objectives, developing strong<br />
performance measures,<br />
councillors providing clear<br />
direction to staff and regular<br />
reporting to the public.<br />
ECan chair Craig Pauling<br />
said he hoped the report<br />
would be auseful tool for<br />
councils.<br />
‘‘As the AuditorGeneral<br />
says, climate impacts don’t<br />
respect territorial boundaries<br />
and we’ve been workingacross<br />
the region on aplan with<br />
shared actions.<br />
‘‘We were the first council in<br />
New Zealand to declare a<br />
climate emergency, and it is<br />
great to see our work in this<br />
space being positively<br />
recognised.’’<br />
The report acknowledges<br />
ECan’s own climate action<br />
plan and the council’s efforts<br />
to embed climate change<br />
considerationsinto its work<br />
programmes, including its<br />
river resilience work.<br />
It also notes ECan does not<br />
have aclimate change strategy<br />
document and climate change<br />
is not as explicit in the<br />
<strong>2024</strong>2034 Long Term Plan.<br />
Engagement with mana<br />
whenua was also considered,<br />
and the report said ECan has<br />
improved the way it engages<br />
with Rūnanga.<br />
‘‘We know we must continue<br />
to take robust, consistent,<br />
holistic climate action to<br />
protect the unique taiao<br />
(environment) of Waitaha/<br />
Canterbury,’’ Pauling said.<br />
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The team behind the counter at Geraldine Butchery. FROM LEFT: Nathan Leslie, Michael Jones, Harrison Oliver,and Josh Lester. PHOTO:Quyên Trần<br />
Geraldine Butchery marks 35 years<br />
Michael Jones’ dedication to qualitysmallgoods<br />
and what many claim isNew Zealand’s best<br />
baconhas kept himatthe heartofGeraldine’s<br />
food scenefor threeand ahalfdecades.<br />
“Being in asmall retail business is 24/seven,<br />
365daysayear.It’sjusthardwork,”saysMichael,<br />
who celebrated his 35th business anniversary<br />
on 6<strong>November</strong>, markingthe date he first opened<br />
hisdoorsin1989.<br />
Thereputationfor excellencehas spread far<br />
beyond South Canterbury. “I send stuff to the<br />
NorthIsland,” he says.“It’s anamefor quality<br />
that’s been builtupoveralong period of time.<br />
We getalotofcustomers that areheading north<br />
or southand do adetourthrough Geraldinejust<br />
to seeus.”<br />
Behind the counter’s daily bustle lies a<br />
commitment topreserving the craft. “I’m a<br />
believer in always having an apprentice because<br />
it’s adying art,”saysMichael,who hastrained<br />
sixapprenticesthroughouthis career.<br />
Nine years ago, open-heart surgery gave<br />
Michael anew lease on life. “That’s probably<br />
whyI’m goingstrongernow than ever,” he says.<br />
After 35years of near-continuous work,<br />
Michaelisnow contemplatinghis legacy.With<br />
asuccession plan in mind andqualified butchers<br />
on histeam, he’s lookingtowardsemi-retirement<br />
in thecomingyears.<br />
“I want to smellthe roses,”hesays, reflecting<br />
on decades ofdedication. “When you’re selfemployed,<br />
especially in retail, ifpeople don’t<br />
come through the door, you’ve got nothing.<br />
Every single day is, ‘How are we going togo<br />
today?’”<br />
Despitethe challenges,Michael’s commitment<br />
to qualityand servicehasn’twavered.“I’ve had<br />
alot of really good, loyal customers over the<br />
years, whoIactually really appreciate,” he says,<br />
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Jasmine (Jazz) Aitken is in this year’s<br />
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Congratulations to Michael Joneson<br />
the35thAnniversaryofGeraldine Butchery.<br />
Aren’t we lucky to havesuchadiamond<br />
among the fantastic food producers in<br />
our town?<br />
Speaking of food, the annualGeraldine<br />
Soulfood variety show is on Friday,<br />
15 <strong>November</strong>. The Geraldine Foodbank<br />
fundraiser is an evening of entertainment<br />
brought to youbylocal artists. Thisyear,<br />
it’s at St Andrew’s Church,entry by cash<br />
and acan. Saturday's annual Classic Car<br />
Show onCox Street also raises money<br />
for the foodbank (see page 5).<br />
There are other creative fundraisers<br />
on the go, too: Geraldine High School<br />
sports committeeare running an Ambrose<br />
golf tournament to generate funds for<br />
newsports equipment (page 3), and local<br />
Cancer Societyvolunteers are holding a<br />
spring raffle (page 10); check out the<br />
prizes at Tievoli Trading (generously<br />
donated by Michelle Baker).<br />
Light Up Geraldine is backfor itsfourth<br />
year (page 3). There are plenty ofways<br />
to experiencethe fabulous displays, but<br />
afamily adventure inthe dark sounds<br />
pretty fun.<br />
Of course, the Harcourts Geraldine<br />
Festival is this weekend. Check out the<br />
centre spread for all the ways to enjoy<br />
what the event has to offer, and make<br />
sure to checkout the road closurenotice<br />
on page 8.<br />
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GraceShaw will perform at Friday’s Soulfood varietyshowatStAndrew’s Church.See backpage fordetails. PHOTO:Supplied<br />
Grace to perform atSoulfood variety show<br />
GraceShawsubmittedher Master’s thesis, Race,<br />
Gender,and Genre in theMusic Industry,last<br />
week. Its writing process exposed somuch<br />
undevelopedand unexplored territory,however,<br />
that she’s taking the subject to PhD level,<br />
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“I’m taking questionsunansweredfromthis<br />
year’s research and looking more in depth and<br />
giving them thetimeand spacedeserved,” Grace<br />
says.The OtagoUniversitystudent,formerlyof<br />
Geraldine, is amusicologist, composer,and violist.<br />
She says,“Ilooked at musicvideosthisyear<br />
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“Everyartistfaces expectations basedonthe<br />
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things that are already happening, but don’t<br />
have avoice in academia. Iwant to open the<br />
doorwaytoresearchers of thefuture.”<br />
Grace’s PhD will bestrictly research, she<br />
says, bringing anend to performance inher<br />
academic work fornow.Her Master of Arts has<br />
involved viola study. Her final performance<br />
programme included “Ballad” from Vaughan<br />
The importance offire safety: protecting lives and property<br />
Fire safety is acrucial aspectoflifethat should<br />
neverbeoverlooked or takenlightly.Fires can<br />
start unexpectedly andspreadrapidly,causing<br />
severe damage to property and endangering<br />
the lives of humans and animals. It is important<br />
to understand the significanceoffire safety<br />
and take preventive measures tominimise<br />
the risks associated with fires.<br />
Over the past five years, Fire and<br />
Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) in the<br />
Mid-SouthCanterburyDistricthas responded<br />
to 325 house fires. Of these, 61.54 per cent<br />
(200) had smoke alarms orother detectors<br />
installed in the property. The predominant<br />
cause ... was unattended cooking (49),<br />
mechanical electrical failures (37), heat<br />
sources placed too close to combustibles<br />
(13), and short circuits (13).<br />
Installation of smokealarms in residential<br />
homes, campers, andsleepouts is essential<br />
to fire safety. ... These devices are designed<br />
to detectthe presenceofsmokeparticles in<br />
the air,triggeringanalarmtowarnindividuals<br />
inside the building. FENZstrongly recommends<br />
asmoke alarm within three metres of<br />
bedrooms and inliving areas. FENZ data<br />
shows some recurring incidents due to<br />
unattended cooking, careless use of heatgeneratingitems<br />
such as heaters,and disposal<br />
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The early detection that smoke alarms<br />
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Williams’ Suite for Viola and Orchestra,<br />
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Gracewillperform in thefundraising Soulfood<br />
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and call for help ... They are especially<br />
important at night when peopleare asleep<br />
and may not be aware ofthe danger until<br />
it is too late. It is critical to have anescape<br />
plan prepared and rehearsed with family<br />
members, with asafe meeting point, most<br />
commonlythe letterbox.Iffamily members<br />
are accounted for onafire crew’s arrival,<br />
the firebecomes the priority,allowing more<br />
efficient firefighting.<br />
It is important to be cautious and aware<br />
of fire hazards in everyday life: electrical<br />
appliances, such as power boxes being<br />
overloaded, and not leaving cooking<br />
unattended.Twenty-fiveper cent of all house<br />
fires in New Zealand start inthe kitchen.<br />
FENZ datashows that unattended cooking<br />
fires often start between 3pm and 6pm on<br />
Saturday. Simple actions like turning off<br />
electrical appliances whennot in use, using<br />
surge protectors, and drying clothes on an<br />
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David and Maria Hema’s 2023 Peel Street display. PHOTO: Archives<br />
Get ready tolight up again, Geraldine<br />
In 2021,Woodbury mums Ange Blairand Nicky<br />
Taylor decided there had tobesomething<br />
Christmassy fortheir youngfamiliestoparticipate<br />
in after various local events, including the<br />
ChristmasParade, were cancelledthankstothe<br />
Covid pandemic.<br />
“WewantedtospreadsomeChristmas cheer<br />
andhavesomething fun foryoung andold alike<br />
in thebuild-uptoChristmas,” says Ange.<br />
Now inits fourth year, Light Up Geraldine<br />
is back to brighten up thenight.<br />
Last year,there were almost 50 entriesspread<br />
around Geraldineand Woodbury,accordingto<br />
organiser FiMcCafferty, who joined the team<br />
in 2022.She says,“It’s been greattosee locals<br />
getmoreenthusiastic, building more extensive<br />
and more exciting displays, and getting really<br />
creative with smaller ones too. It’s also afun<br />
activity forfamiliestoviewall thedisplays.<br />
“Lastyear, however, we discovered aloophole<br />
in theonlinevotingsystemwhich kind of skewed<br />
the results. We’re still sorting that out, so this<br />
year,we’ve gone real simple -backtobasicswith<br />
apaper voting form andnocategories; just vote<br />
for the one you like the best. FreshChoice has<br />
generously agreed to be oursponsor andwillalso<br />
be thedrop-offpoint forthe voting forms.”<br />
Serial winnerMaria Hema says,“Ialwayslook<br />
forwardtoLight Up Geraldine. We aretakinga<br />
break this year aswe’re heading away for abit,<br />
but Ilook forward toseeing what others come<br />
up with when we arebackhome.”Whatdoesshe<br />
enjoymostaboutthe event? “Tosee thefaces on<br />
thekiddies when they seethe lights....”<br />
Brian Mowatt-Gainsford, the 2023 Santa’s<br />
Choice winner, says,“We’relookingforward to<br />
it.Wehavesomeimprovementsfromlastyear,<br />
includingsomenew lights.Ienjoyfamilytimes<br />
the most atChristmas. Istarted this with my<br />
youngest daughter,and now, Iloveseeing the<br />
delight inmygrandchildren. Christmas is a<br />
magicaltime; Ihopeotherscan enjoyit, too.”<br />
And it’s not all about lights. The event<br />
encourages daytimedisplays, too. NickyTaylor<br />
says, “So excited for another year ofLight Up<br />
Geraldine,and really appreciate Fi’s hard work<br />
in continuing on with it. I’m really looking<br />
forwardto dustingoff Santaand hissleighfor<br />
Thatcher Road Corner.... I’malsolookingforward<br />
to viewingallthe othercreations,aChristmas<br />
traditionour family really enjoy.”<br />
To add your home orbusiness tothe Light<br />
Up Geraldinetrail,email fi@hislopstreet.co.nz.<br />
or message the event’s Facebook page. The<br />
deadline forregistrationand set-up is 6December;<br />
voting begins 9December. Voting forms will<br />
be available online and at FreshChoice until<br />
voting closes on 3January 2025.The winners<br />
willbeannounced on 9January.<br />
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GHS sports fundraiser Ambrose Golf Competition<br />
For “afun day out”, get ateam registered for<br />
the Geraldine High School (GHS) sports<br />
committee’s Ambrose Golf Competition, says<br />
Dion Willocks, committeeconvenorand aphysical<br />
educationteacher at theschool.<br />
Dion says the22<strong>November</strong>event at Geraldine<br />
District Golf Club (Denfield) “is togenerate<br />
funds forsportsequipment forthe gymand for<br />
opportunitiesfor thekids(subs andtournament<br />
fees), andahigh-performance aspect.”<br />
TheAmbrose format lets golfersofall abilities<br />
play together enjoyablyand rewardsteamwork.<br />
He says, “It’s not just for the best golfers;<br />
everyone’s involved.There’s no skilllevel.It’ll<br />
be agreat day.”Hesaysthe welcomemat is out<br />
for any teams: “people who want to support<br />
sportatGeraldine,businesses, andthose keen<br />
to just have ahit.”<br />
Local businesses are getting behind the<br />
competitionwithauction andraffle items, prizes,<br />
andother sponsorship.<br />
TheGHS sports committee’sAmbrose Golf<br />
CompetitionisFriday, 22 <strong>November</strong>,atGeraldine<br />
District Golf Club,withregistrationat1.30pm<br />
for a2pm start. Its $150 four-member team<br />
entryfee includesfood anddrinks on thecourse<br />
and green fees (equipment hire is separate).<br />
To enter, emaild.willocks@geraldinehs.school.nz<br />
with names, team name,golfID(if any),and<br />
each player’s handicap (if none, 24 for men<br />
and 30for women); alternatively, call Dion<br />
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and the Christmas Parade generously sponsored by<br />
DavidAttwood and KenJordan. Rhododendron Rothschild,one of 43 donated by Kenand wifeJenny, haspink buds fading to cream andwill grow<br />
totwo metres in 10years. PHOTO:Jan Finlayson<br />
Waihi River trail “prestige territory”<br />
ON PEEL<br />
TUESDAY-FRIDAY<br />
10.30am-3.30pm<br />
4PEEL STREET<br />
Recent additions to rhododendron plantings<br />
alongside the Waihi River have nudged the<br />
central Geraldine Waihi River Trail Group’s<br />
projectintoprestigeterritory,saysDavid Attwood,<br />
avolunteer groupmember.<br />
“Between this gift of 43 plants from Kenand<br />
Jenny Jordan andagift of 30-odd speciesand<br />
endangered NewZealand hybridsfrom Taranaki<br />
Regional Counciland thePukeiti Rhododendron<br />
Trust, we probably have the best collection of<br />
large-leavedrhododendrons outsideofPukeiti<br />
[internationally recognised rhododendron<br />
collection inTaranaki]. Weare very grateful.”<br />
TheJordans of Jordan’s Nurseryare Geraldinebased<br />
specialist rhododendron growers.<br />
Large-leaved,David says,“is just adescription.<br />
Thelarge leaf ones addthe most valuebecause<br />
they look bold. There’s afull range ofcolours<br />
and perfumes.They’re 365daysofattraction.”<br />
Kensaysplantsdonated byJenny andhimself<br />
“include some hybrids named after Jordan<br />
family members.”<br />
Trailgroup membershaveplanted thedonated<br />
rhododendrons in the area behind StMary’s<br />
Church on the eastern side of the public<br />
recreational path. Inaddition to them, says<br />
David, “There areanother 33 coming from the<br />
Taranaki Regional Council and the Pukeiti<br />
Rhododendron Trust.”Work tobeautify the<br />
urbanGeraldine riversideand create recreational<br />
trails beganover40years ago. Several groups<br />
were involved at that time.<br />
TheWaihi River TrailGroupworks under<br />
aMemorandum of Understanding(MOU)with<br />
theTimaruDistrictCouncil,which in turn has<br />
MOUs with the land’s administrators, the<br />
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FROM LEFT: JennyDeans miniaturestone house detail; the lateAusten Deans; details of work by Rachael Linton,and Elles Smallegoor. PHOTOS: Supplied<br />
Tales of Stone and Sky celebrates four local artists<br />
TalesofStone andSky brings together thework<br />
of four localartists,AustenDeans,Jenny Deans,<br />
RachaelLinton, andEllesSmallegoor,for aoneweek<br />
exhibition at Green-GoldGallery.<br />
With collective roots inPeel Forest, “each<br />
artist brings theiruniquevision, exploringthe<br />
intersectionsofnature, renewal, andthe power<br />
of colour,” says gallery ownerRachael Linton.<br />
Unframed worksbyAustenDeans,amultiple<br />
Kelliher Art Competition winner, official war<br />
artist,and mountaineer,are on display, courtesy<br />
of his estate. Until his death in2011, Austen<br />
infused hisadmirationand compassion forthe<br />
naturalenvironment in hislandscape paintings.<br />
Rachael says, “He explored there; hewas out<br />
in it.”<br />
Hisworkssit alongsideJenny Deans’ miniature<br />
stone houses, crafted from things ofnature<br />
found around Peel Forest, inthe Rangitātā<br />
riverbed,and alongSouth Canterbury’s beaches.<br />
Rachael says, “Her works reflect asense of<br />
wonder,invitingviewers to explorethe stories<br />
behind each littlestone house.”<br />
Forher ownexhibited art, sheusedher selfdeveloped<br />
technique for permanently fixing<br />
cymatics -sound and vibration made visible,<br />
usually on aflatsurface -tocomment visually<br />
on theinterconnectedness of trees andnature.<br />
Theworks,she says,“bridge scienceand art”.<br />
Elles’ artwork, Rachaelsays, expresses“her<br />
diverseinterests:academia, agriculture, andthe<br />
natural world.” She says, “It’s whimsical.<br />
Landscapes, forests, very much about nature.<br />
And it’s political as well. For many ofElles’<br />
paintings, she’stalkingabout events in theworld.”<br />
TalesofStone andSky opensatGreen-Gold<br />
Gallery, 6-9pm Friday, 15<strong>November</strong>. All<br />
welcome. The exhibition runs Thursday,<br />
<strong>14</strong> <strong>November</strong> to Sunday,24<strong>November</strong>, 10am-<br />
5pmdaily.All worksfor sale. JAN FINLAYSON<br />
The Commitments back for encore<br />
When 1991 Irish musical comedy-drama film<br />
TheCommitments cametoNew Zealandcinemas,<br />
audiences loved it. Screening inGeraldine on<br />
16 <strong>November</strong>, it’s the latest in aclassic film<br />
series from Geraldine Cinema alongside local<br />
vinylstore theRecordKeeper.<br />
Cinema ownerPatrick Walsh says theRoddy<br />
Doyle-pennedtale“is thestory of theunderdog<br />
given the chance. It’s alook at urban life in<br />
Dublin that late 1980s-early1990skitchen-sink<br />
life when there were job losses and social<br />
upheaval.And then there’sthe music. It’s 1950s;<br />
aloud, fast, dancing kind of music.” Ithad all<br />
theingredients needed forthe cult status it has<br />
acquired.<br />
Directed by Alan Parker andstarringRobert<br />
Arkins and Andrew Strong, TheCommitments<br />
won four 1992 British Academy Film Awards<br />
and was nominated for aBest Film Editing<br />
Academy Award. Its first soundtrack album<br />
reached number eight on Billboard 200 and<br />
achieved triple-platinumstatus; in NewZealand,<br />
it went platinum.<br />
The event will include raffles with prizes<br />
donatedbyGeraldine Cinema andthe Record<br />
Keeper.<br />
The Commitments screens atGeraldine<br />
Cinema,7.30pmSaturday16<strong>November</strong>. Tickets<br />
$20 available from the Record Keeper, open<br />
weekends 10am-2pm, and from Geraldine<br />
Cinema. JAN FINLAYSON<br />
IN BRIEF<br />
Armistice Day remembered<br />
at Geraldine RSA service<br />
On Monday, around 40members of the<br />
RSA and friends held ashort service to<br />
remember Armistice Day.<br />
Geraldine RSAPresident Squadron Leader<br />
John Bray led the ceremonywithinput from<br />
Rev Hugh McCafferty, Canterbury District<br />
Vice President Michelle Brown and her<br />
Year-12 son Kohl.<br />
Kohl impressed the gathering with his<br />
reflection.Takingthe idea of the armistice<br />
as acessation of hostilities as his topic,he<br />
described the informal armisticeofChristmas<br />
19<strong>14</strong> where German and Allied soldiers<br />
exchanged gifts, and even had aknockabout<br />
football game. He noted that thetop brass<br />
worried thatthe soldiers might be reluctant<br />
to return tofighting.<br />
The ceremony concluded outside with<br />
the last post and the laying of awreath<br />
and poppies. Thestiff breezeenlivened the<br />
proceedings by fouling the flag halliard,<br />
delaying the flag’s return from half-mast.<br />
MOLLY MALONE<br />
Classic vehicles onshow<br />
at Geraldine Festival<br />
The annualGeraldine Festival CarDisplay,<br />
aHarcourts Geraldine Festival fixture, will<br />
take place on16<strong>November</strong>. Co-organiser<br />
Colin Johnstone saysitwill showcase “vintage<br />
or classic cars or motorcycles and other<br />
vehicles.”<br />
Displaying vehicles is free, and visitors’<br />
gold coin entries are donated to charity.<br />
This year, proceeds will go to Geraldine<br />
Foodbank. In 2023, thedisplayraised $770<br />
for Rosie’s Charitable Trust.<br />
The Geraldine Festival Car Display is<br />
9am-4pm Saturday, 16<strong>November</strong>, atthe<br />
Cox Street Carpark. People interested in<br />
displaying avehicle should contact Colin<br />
on 021 0818 9988 or 03 693 9093, or David<br />
Vernall on 022 401 6986.<br />
JAN FINLAYSON PHOTO: Archives<br />
FARLEFT: Rev Hugh McCafferty gives the<br />
blessing, while RSA President John Bray<br />
looks on. PHOTO: Supplied
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www.geraldinefestival.co.nz<br />
FRI 15–SUN 17 NOV<br />
ART &PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITIONS<br />
OTHER EVENTS<br />
Art AwardS<br />
&FeStival<br />
Opening<br />
Night<br />
GeraldinePrimarySchool Community Hall<br />
73 WilsonStreet, Geraldine<br />
Thursday|7.30pm<br />
Abig thank youtothe Geraldine Community Arts<br />
Council formaking this eveningand exhibition<br />
possible.<br />
White Elephant Stall<br />
St Mary’sChurch, 77 Talbot<br />
St, Geraldine<br />
Friday|10am -2pm<br />
Rest Awhile<br />
St Andrew’sChurchHall,<br />
Wilson St, Geraldine<br />
Fri |10am -4pm<br />
Have abreak, leave your shopping<br />
and enjoysomething to eatand<br />
drink<br />
Art<br />
Exhibition &<br />
Floral Art<br />
Photography<br />
Exhibition<br />
GeraldinePrimarySchool CommunityHall<br />
73 WilsonStreet, Geraldine<br />
Fri &Sat |10am–4pm<br />
Sunday |10am–3pm<br />
Gold coin entry to ArtExhibition<br />
Openfor viewingthroughout thefestival<br />
weekend.<br />
TheGeraldine Floral Art Group is holding their<br />
annual Ruby DiversMemorial Trophycompetition<br />
in conjunction with the Art Exhibition at the<br />
GeraldinePrimarySchool Community Hall. The<br />
competition designtitle is “Fiesta’’.<br />
Open forviewingthroughout the festival<br />
weekend.<br />
Thankyouto theGeraldine Floral Art Groupfor<br />
makingthispossible.<br />
TheLodge Theatre<br />
TalbotStreet, Geraldine<br />
Fri &Sat |10am–4pm<br />
White Elephant<br />
&Plant Stall<br />
Geraldine Historical<br />
Museum<br />
5Cox St, Geraldine<br />
Fri &Sat |9am -4pm<br />
The Little Book Company<br />
Book Sale<br />
AcademyBuilding,<br />
79 Talbot St, Geraldine<br />
Fri &Sat |10am -4pm<br />
All booksare newand reduced.<br />
We have booksfor everyone!<br />
Soul Food Concert<br />
St Andrew’sChurch, 10 Cox<br />
St, Geraldine<br />
Friday|7.30pm<br />
Alocalvariety concert to raisefunds<br />
forthe Geraldine Food Bank -Entry<br />
by donation<br />
Pop-Up Art Sale<br />
St Mary’s Church,77Talbot<br />
St, Geraldine<br />
Fri &Sat |10am -2pm<br />
Friday<br />
Street<br />
Market<br />
Saturday<br />
Domain Day<br />
Abig thank youtothe GeraldinePhotography Club<br />
for makingthisexhibition possible.<br />
MARKET DAYS<br />
Talbot,Wilson and CoxStreet<br />
Geraldine<br />
Friday |9am -4pm<br />
Visit over100 market stalls andfood stalls in the<br />
streets of Geraldine.Also enjoylivemusic.<br />
GeraldineDomain&HislopStreet<br />
Saturday|9am -4pm<br />
Visit over200 market stalls,20+ food stalls,<br />
loads of entertainmentfor thekidsand live<br />
music in the domain.<br />
THANK YOU TOOUR SPONSORS<br />
Geraldine Patchwork &<br />
Craft Group Exhibition<br />
St John Rooms, 124Talbot<br />
St,Geraldine (next to fire<br />
station)<br />
Fri &Sat |10am -4pm<br />
Gold coin donation<br />
Geraldine Farmers<br />
Market<br />
St Mary’sChurch Carpark,<br />
77 TalbotSt, Geraldine<br />
Saturday9am -1pm<br />
Performance by the GeraldineUke<br />
Jam<br />
St Andrew’s Church<br />
Services<br />
10 CoxSt, Geraldine<br />
Sun|9.15am -traditional<br />
Sun |10.45am - contemporary<br />
Geraldine Craft Market<br />
CoxSt, Geraldine<br />
Fri, Sat&Sun |8.30am-4pm<br />
Geraldine Festival Car<br />
Display<br />
CoxStCarpark<br />
Saturday|9am -4pm<br />
Goldcoin donation entryand vintage<br />
ridesround town<br />
Geraldine Festival<br />
Service<br />
St Mary’s Church,77Talbot<br />
St, Geraldine<br />
Sun |10.30am<br />
Ecumenical service of all your favouritehymns.<br />
Accompaniedbythe<br />
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Allenton 11 Harrison Street<br />
Rakaia 20A Rolleston Street<br />
LakeHood <strong>14</strong> VillageGreen Drive<br />
Huntingdon 4WestBay Place<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Options here<br />
Exceptional 4-bedroom familyhome on a1/4 acre in Allenton,offering<br />
comfort, style, and incomepotential. Fully double-glazed, withalog fire<br />
and heat pump in the spacious kitchen and dining area,flowinginto a<br />
cozy lounge and sun-soaked deck.The master bedroom includes an<br />
ensuite; three additional double bedroomsand awell-appointedmain<br />
bathroomensure ample space.<br />
Cottagewithpotential<br />
Availablenow at 20A RollestonStreet, this practicalcottage offers the<br />
essentialsfor comfortable livingwithscope for your personal touch.Set in<br />
aquiet street, thishome features an open-plan kitchen anddiningarea<br />
with heat pump,plus aseparate lounge withlog-burner providinggood<br />
heatingoptions.Featuringtwo good sized doublebedrooms.<br />
Simplystunning<br />
Discover your dreamhome with this brandnew executive styleproperty,<br />
nestledinthe peaceful VillageGreensubdivision. This 280 sqm home<br />
offersthe perfect blendofluxury, comfort and modern living, with<br />
breathtaking views ofeitherthe mountains orLake Hood from every living<br />
area. The heart ofthis exceptionally sunny home is the spacious open-plan<br />
kitchen,dining, and livingarea.<br />
Lake Hood Cul-de-Sac<br />
Nestledinaquiet cul-de-sac, this fantastic four-bedroomhome at Lake<br />
Hood is perfect for family living or as aholidayretreat.The open-plan<br />
kitchen, dining, and living area opens to asunny deck andsecure private<br />
yard, with heating from alog burnerand heat pump. Thekitchen boasts a<br />
walk-in pantry and plenty of storage.<br />
For Sale Buyers $695,000+<br />
View Thu <strong>14</strong> Nov 5.15 -5.45pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU194731<br />
Deadline Sale closes 12.00pm Tue 19 Nov<br />
<strong>2024</strong><br />
View Fri 15 Nov 10.00 -10.30am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU193726<br />
ForSale $1,350,000<br />
View Fri 15Nov 10.00 -10.30am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU193223<br />
For Sale Buyers $825,000+<br />
View Fri 15 Nov10.30 -11.00am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU194053<br />
5 3 1 2<br />
2 1 1 1<br />
4 2 2 3<br />
4 2 1 2<br />
Hampstead 50 Aitken Street<br />
Allenton 51 FarmRoad<br />
Tinwald 83B TarbottonsRoad<br />
Tinwald 37A GroveStreet<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
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Always apopular option<br />
Located handily to town with theadvantage of three bedrooms, good<br />
garaging and aliving area that is set nicely to benefit from thesun this<br />
style of home is always popular. Private easy care section, wellfencedand<br />
easytomaintain. Double glazing areal plus here. Handy to town butalso<br />
closetothe domain/schools. Viewing here is recommended.<br />
Prime Allenton location<br />
Discover an exceptionalhomeinAllenton's top neighborhood.The sunny<br />
kitchen, with twodishwashers,adoubleoven, andtwo sinks,isperfect for<br />
entertaining. Underfloor heatingensures comfort year-round. Enjoy<br />
seamless indoor-outdoor livingwithbi-folddoors openingtothe patio<br />
from thedining areaand lounge. Thedownstairsbedroomfeaturesbuiltin<br />
robesand astylish bathroom.<br />
Your private retreat<br />
Nestleddown aprivate driveway, this two-year-old gem offers apeaceful<br />
settingwithrural outlook. The lightand sunny open plankitchen, dining,<br />
andliving area is designed formodern living. It'sawelcoming space to<br />
unwind andrelax. The kitchen boastsasleek design and features an open<br />
pantry withshelving, perfectfor thehome chef wholoves both style and<br />
functionality.<br />
We have found it for you<br />
Near newthreebedroom residence on privaterear section in Tinwald.<br />
Bathroom andensuite plusthoughout indoor/outdoor orientation to<br />
maximise afternoon sunshine, complimentthe large garaging and loft<br />
storage.Ideal for petswithgreat fencing andgarden areas including<br />
seperate garden shed. You can move in as soon as you like.Enquire now.<br />
Deadline Sale closes2.00pm Thu 21 Nov <strong>2024</strong><br />
View Fri 15 Nov 11.00 -11.30am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU193318<br />
For Sale Buyers$1,189,000+<br />
View Fri 15Nov 11.15 -11.45am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU180270<br />
For Sale Buyers $810,000+<br />
View Fri15Nov 11.15 -11.45am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU186290<br />
For Sale Buyers $640,000+<br />
View Fri 15 Nov12.00 -1.00pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU195411<br />
3 1 1 2<br />
4+ 3 3 2<br />
4 2 2 2<br />
3 2 1 2<br />
Allenton 16 Mason Place<br />
Tinwald 5Roxburgh Place<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 38A Grey Street<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Sustainability is the key<br />
This modernfour bedroom home is sited onalarger rear sectionwith<br />
ample space foracampervan.Step inside to discover the openplan<br />
internal kitchen withdiningand familyroom and this space opens directly<br />
onto aconcrete patio, ideal for eveningentertainment. Forquiet times<br />
retreattothe separate lounge.<br />
Snapthisup<br />
Tuckedawaydown aprivate driveway, this beautifully maintained threebedroom<br />
townhouse is perfect for first-home buyers,investors, or retirees<br />
seeking comfort andconvenience. Theopen-plan diningand living area is<br />
spacious andbright, with asliding door leadingtoacharming patio with a<br />
pergola-idealfor relaxing or entertaining.<br />
Deadline Sale closes 4.00pmThu 21Nov <strong>2024</strong><br />
View Fri 15 Nov12.00 -12.30pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU194734<br />
For Sale Buyers $479,000+<br />
View Fri 15 Nov12.45 -1.15pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU194823<br />
4 2 2 2<br />
3 1 1 1<br />
Tinwald 119A George Street<br />
Netherby 16 Geoff GeeringDrive<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Exquisite home with elegant design<br />
Step into this beautifullyrenovated character home with aspacious<br />
entrancewayand crisp, white paintedwooden joinerythroughout.<br />
The open plan kitchen, dining andliving area showcases aDougal<br />
Andersondesigned kitchen, complete with adouble oven, integrated<br />
fridge, dishwasher, induction cooktop, and astriking stone-topped<br />
island. Timber flooring flows throughout, and Frenchdoorsopen from<br />
both the kitchen and living room onto new deckareas, perfect for<br />
entertaining. Hidden behind adiscreet door in the kitchen,you'll find<br />
acosy media room, offering aprivatespacetorelax and unwind. The<br />
separate formal lounge with afeature fireplace adds atouch of<br />
sophistication.<br />
3 2 3<br />
DeadlineSale closes Thursday 21st<br />
<strong>November</strong>,<strong>2024</strong> at 2.00pm, (unless<br />
sold prior)<br />
View Fri15Nov 12.00 -12.30pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU182609<br />
Karen McRae<br />
M 027 436 4<strong>14</strong>6<br />
Discovereffortlessliving<br />
Welcome to your neweasy-care retreat,tucked away on aprivaterear<br />
section.Step inside and feel athomeinthe brightand airy open-plan<br />
kitchen,dining, and livingarea. Largeranch sliderleads out to aspacious,<br />
private deck,this space is perfect for entertainingorenjoyingquiet<br />
moments in thesun.Designed forcomfort,this modern home is double<br />
glazedand equipped withaheat pump.<br />
ForSale Buyers $638,000+<br />
View Fri 15Nov 12.45 -1.15pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU194<strong>14</strong>5<br />
3 2 1 2<br />
Spacious and private<br />
Welcome to this beautifully modernized home, where spacious living<br />
meets contemporary style.Enjoy thelarge, light-filled lounge with<br />
peacefulstreet viewsand easy patio access through aranch sliderperfect<br />
for relaxing or entertaining. Double doors provide privacy whenneeded.<br />
Thebright open-plankitchen, dining, and living area offer seamlessindooroutdoor<br />
flow.<br />
For Sale Buyers $725,000+<br />
View Fri 15 Nov1.30 -2.00pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU193885<br />
4 2 2 2<br />
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Tinwald 48 Jordan Avenue<br />
Hinds 56 David Street<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 87 Racecourse Road<br />
Hampstead 68 Eton Street<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Make it yours<br />
This beautifully updated residence combines modern comforts with<br />
practical living spaces, ideal for families or those looking for extra room.<br />
Step inside through double doors into aspacious, open-plankitchen,<br />
dining, and living area. The kitchen features agas hob, wall oven,<br />
rangehood, and dishwasher, allcomplemented by abay window with<br />
views of the park across the road.<br />
Hinds gem<br />
Introducing this charming 4-bedroom home located in Hinds,just ashort<br />
10-minutedrive from <strong>Ashburton</strong>. Boasting aspacious kitchen with ample<br />
cupboard space and aseparate living area that is heated by afloor heat<br />
pump, this property offers both comfort and convenience for residents.<br />
Ideal for first-time homebuyers or investors, this home is currentlyrented<br />
out at $450 aweek.<br />
Luxury, comfort and convenience<br />
Styleand luxury awaits you at 87 Racecourse Road. This primelocation<br />
boasts amodern, architecturallydesigned home, nestled in aprivate<br />
landscaped garden. At the heart of the home, you'llfind aspacious openplan<br />
kitchen, with modern appliances, dining, and living areawhich leads<br />
to aprivate outdoor space, ideal for entertaining family andfriends or<br />
enjoying arelaxing afternoon.<br />
Charming cottage<br />
Discover this charming cottage with its convenient location closetotown,<br />
shops and local schools. The home offers three spacious bedrooms,<br />
bathroom with shower over bath and separate toilet. Relax in the cozy<br />
living area that is heated by alog burner and heat pump. For added year<br />
round comfort there is underfloor heating in the kitchen, dining room,<br />
bathroom, toilet and laundry area.<br />
For Sale Buyers $685,000+<br />
View Fri 15 Nov 2.15 -2.45pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU192161<br />
Deadline Sale closes 3.00pm Wed 13 Nov<br />
<strong>2024</strong><br />
View Sat 16 Nov 10.00 -10.30am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU176751<br />
For Sale Buyers $980,000+<br />
View Sat 16 Nov 10.00 -10.30am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU194367<br />
For Sale Buyers $410,000+<br />
View Sat 16 Nov 10.45 -11.15am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU193792<br />
4 2 1 3<br />
4 1 1<br />
3 2 2 2<br />
3 1 1 1<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 290A Moore Street<br />
Tinwald 3Lockburn Lane<br />
Allenton 10BCharles Street<br />
Allenton 3Russell Avenue<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
Open Home<br />
More thanjust atownhouse<br />
Justcompleted and close to town. Space abounds in this threebedroom<br />
large townhouse. The bedroomsare generous in size withthe master<br />
having awalk in robe and ensuite. Access to aprivate deckarea. A<br />
separate toilet and bathroom with bath, shower and vanity. The laundryis<br />
awalk thru to aspacious doublegarage. Two heat pumps ensure year<br />
roundcomfort.<br />
Brandnew andready for you<br />
Step into modern living with this stunning brand new four bedroomed<br />
home, in the popular Ashbury Grove subdivision. Designed with<br />
contemporary style and functionality in mind, features include an openplan<br />
kitchen, dining, and living area that effortlessly blends indoor and<br />
outdoor spaces, capturing abundant natural sunlight.<br />
Easy living<br />
If you're looking for astunning and inviting home, look no further than<br />
this beautifully updated two-bedroom rear unit. Step insideand indulge in<br />
the comfort and sophistication of this home. The updated kitchen<br />
features abutler's pantry/laundry, providing ample spacefor allyour food<br />
preparation and laundry needs.<br />
Ready to move in,enjoy or invest<br />
Welcome to your new beginning,orperhaps your next smart investment!<br />
This three-bedroom home is theideal opportunity forfirst-home buyers<br />
and investors alike. Enjoy theconvenience of an open-plan kitchen and<br />
dining area with street views.Step into acozy, light-filled lounge with a<br />
heat pump, ensuring comfort allyear round.<br />
For Sale Buyers $698,000+<br />
View Sat 16 Nov 11.00 -11.30am<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU191260<br />
For Sale Buyers $769,000+<br />
View Sat 16 Nov 11.30 -12.00pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU192070<br />
For Sale Buyers $410,000+<br />
View Sat 16 Nov 11.45 -12.15pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU185900<br />
For Sale Buyers $450,000+<br />
View Sat 16 Nov 12.30 -1.00pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU186557<br />
3 2 1 2<br />
4 2 1 2<br />
2 1 1<br />
3 1 1<br />
Allenton 61 Lane Street<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 21 Havelock Street<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 1/287 Wills Street<br />
Allenton 29 Hanrahan Street<br />
Neat as apin<br />
Offers over $630,000. Welcometoyour dream home. Nestled in a<br />
peaceful neighborhood, this stunning three bedroom property combines<br />
comfort and functionality. The entry leadsinto an inviting lounge with<br />
exposed beams and feature brick wall with alog burner and heattransfer<br />
system. Adjacent is aspaciousfamily/dining area and opens to amodern<br />
kitchen with rimu ceiling.<br />
Arare find<br />
Welcome to 21 Havelock Street, astunning architecturallydesigned<br />
townhouse, where modern elegance meets ultimate convenience. Situated<br />
in aprime location, this residence is just ashort stroll from town and the<br />
EA Networks Complex and also close to town, making it perfectfor those<br />
who appreciate easy access to amenities and activities.<br />
Welcometoeffortless living<br />
Step into this delightful two-bedroom unit -the front one of four -nestled<br />
in apeaceful, garden-framed setting that brings colour andcharm to your<br />
doorstep.Enjoy your own private sitting area, perfect formorning coffee<br />
or relaxing afternoons. Inside, an open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area<br />
is filled with natural light andwarmth.<br />
Comfort and elegance<br />
Welcome to this exquisite homewithapicturesque stream boundary and<br />
stunning street views. As you step through the grand entryway, you'llbe<br />
greeted by high ceilingsand beautifullytiled floors, setting the tone for<br />
the elegancethat flows throughout the property. To your right, aspacious<br />
office with custom joineryand alarge window overlookingthe manicured<br />
front yard.<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
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Web pb.co.nz/AU193296<br />
For Sale Buyers $745,000+<br />
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Web pb.co.nz/AU184769<br />
For Sale Buyers $345,000+<br />
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Web pb.co.nz/AU184475<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
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Web pb.co.nz/AU190331<br />
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Property Brokers <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Residential/Lifestyle &Rural Sales Consultants<br />
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027 435 6265<br />
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027 491 5259<br />
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027 436 4<strong>14</strong>6<br />
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022 175 0780<br />
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Proud to be here
Allenton 46 Charlesworth Drive<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 3/1<strong>14</strong> Walker Street<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 21 Mona Square<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 78 Grey Street<br />
Charming Allenton home<br />
Nestled in the sought-afterAllenton area, this beautifully presentedhome<br />
offers spacious living with modern comforts. The large open-plankitchen,<br />
dining, and living area is perfect for family gatherings, featuring stunning<br />
cathedralceilingsthat addasense of space and light.The kitchen boasts<br />
awalk-in pantry, ideal for storage, and convenient access to asunny patio.<br />
Charmingtownhouse in prime location!<br />
This home is ideally situatedinacentrallocation justmomentsfrom the<br />
hospitaland the scenic Domainand justafew blocksfrom town. Enjoyan<br />
open-planlayout with plentyofnatural light,perfect forrelaxing or<br />
entertaining, twogenerouslysized bedrooms designed for restful nights<br />
and peaceful mornings in aquiet rear site.<br />
Your ownsanctuary so close to town<br />
Price reduction-Now offers invitedover$639,000<br />
My vendor hasplans in place andiskeentosell. She wouldtakeher home<br />
withher if shecould, howeverthe next luckypeople will benefit and enjoy<br />
this specialhome. Welcometoyourown slice of heaven, withexceptional<br />
views toenjoy,locatedoppositeMonaSquare youcan enjoythe views of<br />
thepark andmountains.<br />
Impeccablyrestored and ready to impress<br />
Meticulously restored19<strong>14</strong> villaseamlessly blendstimeless charmwith<br />
modern comfort. This home offers threespaciousdouble bedrooms with<br />
built-inrobes, one opening to aterrace with an outdoor fireplace.Asunny,<br />
separate lounge alsoaccesses the terrace,perfect for entertaining. The<br />
tiled bathroom featuresabath, shower, andvanity.<br />
For Sale Buyers $750,000+<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU191031<br />
ForSale Buyers $385,000+<br />
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Web pb.co.nz/AU193547<br />
For Sale Buyers $639,000+<br />
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Web pb.co.nz/AU188307<br />
For Sale Buyers $700,000+<br />
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Web pb.co.nz/AU192177<br />
3 2 1 2<br />
2 1 1 1<br />
3 1 1 1<br />
3+ 1 1<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 213 Walnut Avenue<br />
Hampstead 32 Bird Street<br />
LakeHood 3TorbayAvenue<br />
LakeHood <strong>14</strong> Trent Place<br />
Move in before Christmas<br />
Permanent material home, ideal for firsthome or investment. Twodouble<br />
bedrooms and one single, split living with spacious lounge and heat pump,<br />
gully kitchen with good storageand central dining area with builtin<br />
character features. Central bathroom with separatetoiletand laundry<br />
facilities.Fully fenced property with shared driveway and carport to rear of<br />
propertywith double gate access.<br />
Brightfuture here<br />
Looking for your first step onto thepropertyladder? This spacious fourbedroomhome,<br />
conveniently locatednearHampstead School,isthe<br />
perfectchoice for first-home buyers andfamiliesalike.Designedto<br />
capture the sun and natural lightthroughout theday,this home offersa<br />
brightand airy atmosphere.<br />
LakeHood beauty<br />
Experience theultimate family lifestyleatthis stunning five-bedroom<br />
home, perfectlypositioned at Lake Hoodwithcanal views.Step inside and<br />
discover theheart of thehome: aspacious, open-plan kitchen, dining, and<br />
livingarea. Withthreesetsofdoors opening to aprivate entertaining<br />
space, you'll love howseamlessly indoor andoutdoor livingblend<br />
together.<br />
Best of both worldsatLakeHood<br />
Nestledalong the tranquil canals of Lake Hood,this stunning,fully<br />
refurbished home offers aperfectblend of modern comfort andserene<br />
lakesideliving. Boasting brand-new carpets, fresh paint and astate-of-theartkitchenfeaturing<br />
granitebench, top-tierappliances and abutler's<br />
pantry, this property is designedfor easy living and entertaining.<br />
For Sale Buyers $395,000+<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU194895<br />
ForSale Buyers $465,000+<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU182029<br />
ForSale Buyers $1,175,000+<br />
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Web pb.co.nz/AU184083<br />
For Sale Buyers $1,050,000+<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU193308<br />
3 1 1 1<br />
4 1 1 1 2+<br />
5 2 2 2<br />
5 2 2 2<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Lot 2290 Seafield Road<br />
Rakaia West Town Belt<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 701Wilkinsons Road<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
Lifestyle section-privacy, space &shelter<br />
Situated in North East<strong>Ashburton</strong>, we are excited to presentthisspacious<br />
6,500 square meter(subject to final survey) lifestyle section, close to all<br />
the town's servicesand amenities. This unique bareland section offers an<br />
excellent building platform, perfect for those looking to createtheirdream<br />
lifestyle home. The private section is accessed via ashared driveway off<br />
Seafield Road.<br />
Jewel in thecrown<br />
Discover your dreamlocation atthe newsubdivision in Rakaia, where 18<br />
generouslysizedsections await,ranging from spacious 361sqm to<br />
497sqm. Designed with sensible covenants to safeguardyour investment,<br />
thesesections offer diverse opportunities for building your ideal home.<br />
Situated adjacent to the picturesque RakaiaDomainand accessed<br />
throughthe serene, tree-lined West Town Belt.<br />
For Sale Buyers $309,000+<br />
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Web pb.co.nz/AL169899<br />
For Sale Buyers $175,000+<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AU186905<br />
Allenton 3Smyths Road<br />
Allenton 59 Creek Road<br />
Tranquil terraced lifestyle<br />
Double glazed, 1960's three bedroom home on 2.83ha,soclosetotown!<br />
Offering open plan living, spacious kitchen flowing to living areas withlog<br />
fire and heat pump. Large covereddeck with luscious west facing views,<br />
leadingtodetached hobbyroom withbathroom facilities.Separate yard<br />
entrance, two large sheds, cattle yards, permanent fencing well subdivided<br />
into four main paddocks.<br />
For Sale Buyers $879,000+<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AL165356<br />
3 1 2<br />
Land, buildings and business<br />
Looking for areliable automotive shop withalegacy of trust and<br />
expertise? Welcome to Ashworth Automotive.Located in the bustling<br />
CreekRoad shopping centre, this family-owned businesshas beenproudly<br />
serving <strong>Ashburton</strong> drivers for overadecade. This experiencedteamoffers<br />
everything you need to keep your vehicle safe andrunningsmoothly.<br />
For Sale From$550,000 +GST (if any)<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AC195727<br />
Hamish Niles AREINZ<br />
M 027 435 6265<br />
CraigellachieMitcham -dairysupport<br />
Welcome to CraigellachieMitcham, awell-located approximately200<br />
ha propertyjust22kilometersnorthwestof<strong>Ashburton</strong>. Currently<br />
operated as adairy support farm,thisversatile propertyfeatureshighquality<br />
soils thatoffer the potential forawide rangeoffarming<br />
activities, includingarable, specialist smallseeds,horticulture and<br />
stock finishing. Efficientlyirrigated throughthe <strong>Ashburton</strong>Lyndhurst<br />
Irrigation Limited Scheme (ALIL), thepropertyalsoincludesessential<br />
infrastructure such as cattle yards and sheds,makingitideal for<br />
modern farming.<br />
4 2 2<br />
Deadline Sale closes Thursday 12th<br />
December, <strong>2024</strong> at 12.00pm, (unless<br />
sold prior)<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AR190294<br />
Jason Rickard<br />
M 027 245 8495<br />
Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 |<br />
Proudtobehere
Mayfield 825 Hackthorne Road<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 286 Mitcham Road<br />
DeadlineSale<br />
Quality dairy unit 308.94 ha<br />
This is agreat opportunity to purchase alarge-scale dairy unit with not only aproventrack<br />
record but with improvements that allow the owners to capitalise on being able to storea<br />
large amount of supplementsasand when they areavailable at cheaper rates. Aquality<br />
dairy shed with in-shed feeding, Allflex collar system, excellent effluentsystems and good<br />
irrigation, with an excellent range of homes. Agreat farminagood location looking for<br />
new owners.<br />
4 1 2<br />
Deadline Sale closesWednesday 27th<br />
<strong>November</strong>, <strong>2024</strong> at 12.00pm, (unless<br />
sold prior)<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AR194350<br />
Premium location and qualitylifestyle<br />
Situatedonly minutesfrom <strong>Ashburton</strong> in the favored Winchmore location,this<br />
immaculately presented20.0050 ha property offers buyers aquality lifestyle opportunity.<br />
Mature trees and landscapedgrounds showcase the attractive 264sqm home andprovide<br />
asheltered private setting. Featuring high stud ceilings open plan livingwith great flow out<br />
to outside areas plus four double bedrooms (two with ensuites) to provide excellent family<br />
living spaces.Quality chattels and recent improvements throughout have enhanced the<br />
home and provide maximum comfort and enjoyment.<br />
4 3 2<br />
For Sale From $2,500,000+GST (if<br />
any)<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AR179808<br />
Chris Murdoch<br />
M 027 434 2545<br />
Greg Jopson<br />
M 027 447 4382<br />
Temuka 359 Goodwin Road<br />
Mayfield 2441 Arundel RakaiaGorge Road<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 1<strong>14</strong>8Rakaia Highway<br />
New Listing<br />
Final Notice<br />
Final Notice<br />
Ownership ambitions or strategicinvestment<br />
We are pleased to offer this well located and positioned entrylevel dairy farm or perfect<br />
strategic addition of adairy farm to existing farmportfolio's. This aproductive dairy unit<br />
based on quality soils and currently milking 345 cows and budgeted annual production<br />
circa <strong>14</strong>0,000kgMS. Situated in the prime Waitohi farming area andinclose proximity to<br />
Timaru, Temuka and Geraldine forservices, amenities and schools. The 103.22 ha dairy<br />
platform hasbeen developed with quality and well maintained overall infrastructure and<br />
includes an efficient 30 AS Herringbone shed (ability to increase to 36AS) with in-shed<br />
feeding and ACR's.<br />
4/5 2 2 2<br />
Deadline Sale closesThursday 12th<br />
December, <strong>2024</strong> at 12.00pm, (unless<br />
sold prior)<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AR195864<br />
Rural opportunities<br />
Situated in the Mid Canterburyfoothills close to Mayfieldthis is aperfectly<br />
positioned 15.78 ha holding to start your farming dreams,work or lifestyle<br />
base. Featuring a1980's five bedroom home with open plan living,two<br />
bathrooms set in sheltered grounds. The property has multiple large sheds,<br />
workshopsand paddock subdivision that lends itself to manyenterprises.<br />
Deadline Sale closes 1.00pm Tue 19 Nov <strong>2024</strong><br />
View Sun 17 Nov 2.00 -2.45pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AL180689<br />
Let the dream be areality!<br />
Centrallylocated between <strong>Ashburton</strong> and Rakaia forservices,schooling<br />
and employment. Alarger land holding of 20.2342 hectares offering an<br />
exciting opportunity foralandand lifestyleproperty at an affordable<br />
value range. Let your dream of owning and living on the land be areality.<br />
Deadline Sale closes 1.00pmTue 19 Nov <strong>2024</strong><br />
View Sun 17 Nov 12.30 -1.15pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AL193635<br />
Greg Jopson<br />
M 027 447 4382<br />
5 2 2<br />
3 1 1 2<br />
Greenstreet 170 Rawles Crossing Road<br />
Tinwald Laings Road<br />
Open Home<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
Quintessential lifestyle &rural living<br />
3 1<br />
Grounds to thrive<br />
Located within easy commutingdistance from <strong>Ashburton</strong> and<br />
walking distance to school buspickups. A8.65ha property situated in<br />
apeaceful, private rural location. The sound weatherboard1940's<br />
family 3-bedroom +office home hasits own character and is set<br />
amongst mature trees and grounds providing great shelter and<br />
privacy. Open plan kitchen/dining/living areas connect viaFrench<br />
doors to alovely paved outdoorpatio, lawns and gardens. Thehome<br />
has been renovated to agood standard and presents aunique home<br />
and lifestyle with which to raise your family in asafe rural<br />
environment. Amajorpoint of difference is the wide rangeof<br />
garaging, sheds andlivestockyards.<br />
Deadline Sale closes Thursday 5th<br />
December, <strong>2024</strong> at 12.00pm, (unless<br />
sold prior)<br />
View Sun 17 Nov 11.00 -12.00pm<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AL192171<br />
Greg Jopson<br />
M 027 447 4382<br />
Discover the perfect rural retreat with this stunning 7.99-hectare<br />
property, conveniently located near Tinwald, <strong>Ashburton</strong>. This<br />
rectangular block is subdivided intoeight paddocks, making it ideal<br />
for livestock management. Theproperty features cattle yards and<br />
troughs in each paddock, alongwith asection of nativeplantings. A<br />
3-bay pole shed-one bay fully enclosed with aroller door-provides<br />
ample storage. Currently usedfor finishing cattle,this versatile<br />
propertyoffersanideal canvas for avariety of purposes, whether<br />
you're looking to expand your agricultural operation, establish a<br />
feeding block, or build yourdream home with plenty of space for<br />
outdoor activities.<br />
Deadline Sale closes Thursday 12th<br />
December, <strong>2024</strong> at 12.00pm, (unless<br />
sold prior)<br />
View By appointment<br />
Web pb.co.nz/AR193495<br />
Jason Rickard<br />
M 027 245 8495<br />
Property Brokers Ltd LicensedREAA 2008 |pb.co.nz<br />
Proud to be here
RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL<br />
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT<br />
NEW LISTING<br />
NEWLAND 62 Taits Road<br />
Family Oasis -Lifestyle Opportunity<br />
This distinguished two storeypropertynestled on 1<br />
hectare of land offers aperfect blendofrural living and<br />
town convenience. With an impressive floorareainexcess<br />
of300m2 andboasting six bedrooms,two livingareas, and<br />
alarge attic, this home is perfectly suitedfor large families,<br />
hobby enthusiasts, or those seekingaversatile lifestyle.<br />
Renovation would enhance and add value to this property.<br />
ENQUIRIES OVER $865,000<br />
VIEW<br />
By Appointment Only<br />
Stephen Watson<br />
M 027 433 9695<br />
ASHBURTON 3/46 GreyStreet<br />
Rare Opportunity!<br />
Urgent inspection advised. Atwo bedroomunit situated<br />
within the avenues close to amenities.Attached carport,<br />
easy care section with privatecourtyard (no shared<br />
pathway).This property is agreatbuy foranastute<br />
investororfirst home buyer.Great potential for renovation<br />
to add value. Immediate possession. Don't miss this rare<br />
opportunity, call today to view!<br />
ENQUIRIES OVER $310,000<br />
VIEW<br />
By Appointment Only<br />
Stephen Watson<br />
M 027 433 9695<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40047<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40066<br />
OPEN HOME<br />
OPEN HOME<br />
NETHERBY 21 Tuarangi Road<br />
As Is Where Is<br />
Explore aunique investment opportunity with this fire<br />
damaged houselocated on a4047sqm section that offers<br />
subdivision potential. You maybeabletocreate smaller<br />
lots, which could be attractive to builders or developers.<br />
Rebuild the original house on theexistingconcrete<br />
foundationorreplacewith anew structure.<br />
PRICE BY NEGOTIATION<br />
GST Inclusive<br />
VIEW<br />
11.00-11.30am,Saturday 16 <strong>November</strong><br />
Sue Prendergast<br />
M 027322 8422<br />
RAKAIA 46 DunfordStreet<br />
Attention First Home Buyers &Investors!<br />
Fantastic firsthome or investment property! This<br />
renovatedthreebedroom permanent material home offers<br />
modernliving on a558m2section. Spacious open plan<br />
livingwith log burnerand heatpump, updated bathroom<br />
with new shower,vanityand luxurious bath, plus the<br />
bonus of gas hotwater. Singlegarage with internal access,<br />
fully fenced section andsituated close to allamenities.<br />
ENQUIRIES OVER $499,000<br />
VIEW<br />
10.00-10.30am, Saturday16<strong>November</strong><br />
Deb Roberts<br />
M 021 0752 180<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40167<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40380<br />
NETHERBY 83 Bridge Street<br />
ASolid Starter!<br />
Asolid red brick home thatinstantlyimpresses with its<br />
beautiful white kitchen, which catches your eye the<br />
minute you step inside. Spaciousopenplan living with<br />
greatheating options and seamless flowtothe backyard,<br />
perfectfor entertaining. Adjacenttothe showgrounds,it<br />
offersanopen space feel. Good sizedgarage,ample off<br />
street parkingand close to allamenities.<br />
ENQUIRIES OVER $449,000<br />
VIEW<br />
By Appointment Only<br />
Sue Prendergast<br />
M 027 322 8422<br />
ALLENTON <strong>14</strong>4 Alford ForestRoad<br />
Perfect First Starter!<br />
Recently updated,this property is perfect for afamily<br />
seeking apeacefulretreatwithamenities closeby.<br />
Featuring three spacious bedrooms, modern kitchen, new<br />
carpet, open plan living with log burner andheat transfer<br />
system plus afamily bathroomand separate toilet.Fully<br />
fenced 1011m2 section, singlegarageand plentyofoff<br />
street parking.<br />
ENQUIRIES OVER $550,000<br />
VIEW<br />
By Appointment Only<br />
Cayla-Lee Collins<br />
M 027 341 0949<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40573<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40459<br />
METHVEN<br />
ELGIN<br />
RAKAIA<br />
RAKAIA<br />
Lots 2-8 &Lot 11 Grace Ireland Drive<br />
Stage <strong>14</strong> Camrose Estateprovides an exceptional<br />
opportunity to own an affordablesection in the<br />
township of Methven, the perfectopportunitytobuild<br />
the home or holiday retreatofyour dreams.<br />
PRICE BY NEGOTIATION<br />
VIEW By Appointment Only<br />
Dan van der Salm |M021 918 233<br />
Lot 2-<strong>14</strong>8 Wakanui Road<br />
On offer is this 3305m2lifestyle block zoned<br />
Residential Dwhichpresentsanidyllic rurallifestyle<br />
while being close to <strong>Ashburton</strong>.<br />
ENQUIRIES OVER $289,000<br />
VIEW By Appointment Only<br />
Deb Roberts |M021 0752 180<br />
Stephen Watson |M027 433 9695<br />
80 Cridland Street<br />
This charming weatherboard home offers aperfect<br />
blend of comfortand convenience.Open plan living<br />
with heatpump, sunroom, threebedrooms, plus a<br />
single garage and offstreet parking.<br />
ENQUIRIES OVER $399,000<br />
VIEW By Appointment Only<br />
Deb Roberts |M021 0752 180<br />
46A Dunford Street<br />
An idyllic canvasawaits with this fully fencedsection,<br />
situated on thewestside of Rakaia close to all<br />
amenities. Measuring458m2 (more or less), it offers<br />
amplespace for yourdream hometoflourish.<br />
ENQUIRIES OVER $175,000<br />
VIEW By Appointment Only<br />
Deb Roberts |M021 0752 180<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH37713<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH39664<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40185<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40075<br />
PGG Wrig s ,licensed under REAA 2008<br />
Calvin Leen<br />
Helping growthe country<br />
North Otago, Mid&South<br />
Mark Hanrahan<br />
JeffDonaldson<br />
Dan vander Salm<br />
TimGallagher<br />
Stephen Watson<br />
CanterburySales Manager<br />
Rural & Lifestyle<br />
Rural&Lifestyle<br />
Rural & Lifestyle<br />
Rural & Lifestyle<br />
Lifestyle &Residential<br />
M 027 453 0950<br />
M027 432 4028<br />
M027 265 1290<br />
M021918 233<br />
M027 801 2888<br />
M027 433 9695<br />
Deb Roberts<br />
Residential &Lifestyle<br />
M021 075 2180<br />
Cayla Collins<br />
Residential &Lifestyle<br />
M027 341 0949<br />
Sue Prendergast<br />
Lifestyle&Residential<br />
and Property Manager<br />
M027 322 8422<br />
RobynLeggett<br />
Property Manager<br />
M027 2<strong>14</strong> 3870<br />
Eden Crowley<br />
PropertyManager<br />
M 027 267 9558<br />
DebJolly<br />
Administrator<br />
B03308 6173<br />
PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited,licensed under theREAA2008<br />
Helping grow thecountry
RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL<br />
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT<br />
NEW LISTING<br />
ASHBURTON FORKS <strong>Ashburton</strong> Staveley Road<br />
Irrigated Intensive Dairy /Dairy Support Unit<br />
• <strong>14</strong>7ha approximate dairy support unit located less than 30km from the centre of <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
• Consented for both dairy platform and dairy support -sprayirrigated via BCI Irrigation<br />
• Intensive winter grazing 18ha with allowance for peak 800 wintered cows and 300 support stock<br />
• Pivot irrigation covering approximately 75 hectares, some fixed grid/sprinkler, andpermitted to irrigate up to 128 hectares<br />
• Solid four bedroom plus office permanent material home, double glazed with modern kitchen, open plan and excellent outdoor flow<br />
ENQUIRIES OVER $5.6M<br />
Plus GST(if any)<br />
VIEW<br />
By Appointment Only<br />
Dan van der Salm<br />
M 021 918 233<br />
Mark Hanrahan<br />
M 027 432 4028<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40469<br />
HINDS 2John Street<br />
When Only the Best Will Do<br />
Afantastic opportunity to secure aversatile<br />
commercial property in Hinds has become available.<br />
This property boasts alarge 3,600 sqm land area<br />
including 230sqm of office space and 600sqm<br />
workshop with high stud perfect for various business<br />
operations and growing enterprise.<br />
The property features aspacious 3-bay shed that<br />
offers ample storage andworkspace, four well<br />
appointed offices,modern kitchen, workshop with<br />
separatetoilet and locker room and alarge<br />
showroom that could be used as aboardroom. Don't<br />
missthis rare opportunity, contact us today.<br />
PRICE BY NEGOTIATION<br />
Plus GST (if any)<br />
VIEW<br />
By Appointment Only<br />
Jeff Donaldson<br />
M 027 265 1290<br />
Peter Wilson<br />
M 027 476 5329<br />
B 03 688 4084<br />
ALLENTON 179 Mitcham Road<br />
Lifestyle Living With Mountain Views<br />
Situated on an 8.44 hectares thislifestyle property<br />
offers aharmoniousblend of rural charm and<br />
modern living. The two-story residence boasts three<br />
bedrooms, twobathrooms and three generousliving<br />
areas that flow to apatio whereyou can takeinthe<br />
breathtaking views of Mt Hutt. Featuring aseparate<br />
studio attached to the double garage,implement<br />
shed, two bay hay shed and five fully deer fenced<br />
paddocks and handling facilities, all with stock water<br />
access. This property stands out for its exceptional<br />
location,meticulously maintained infrastructureand<br />
sold family home.<br />
$1.575M<br />
VIEW<br />
By AppointmentOnly<br />
Jeff Donaldson<br />
M 027 265 1290<br />
Dan van der Salm<br />
M 021 918 233<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40341<br />
pggwre.co.nz/ASH40328<br />
PGG Wrig s ,licensed under REAA 2008<br />
Calvin Leen<br />
Helpinggrow the country<br />
North Otago, Mid &South<br />
Mark Hanrahan<br />
JeffDonaldson<br />
Dan vander Salm<br />
TimGallagher<br />
Stephen Watson<br />
Canterbury Sales Manager<br />
Rural & Lifestyle<br />
Rural &Lifestyle<br />
Rural & Lifestyle<br />
Rural & Lifestyle<br />
Lifestyle &Residential<br />
M 027 453 0950<br />
M027 432 4028<br />
M027 265 1290<br />
M021 918 233<br />
M027 801 2888<br />
M027 433 9695<br />
Deb Roberts<br />
Residential &Lifestyle<br />
M021 0752180<br />
Cayla Collins<br />
Residential &Lifestyle<br />
M027 341 0949<br />
Sue Prendergast<br />
Lifestyle &Residential<br />
and Property Manager<br />
M027 322 8422<br />
RobynLeggett<br />
Property Manager<br />
M027 2<strong>14</strong> 3870<br />
Eden Crowley<br />
Property Manager<br />
M 027 267 9558<br />
DebJolly<br />
Administrator<br />
B03308 6173<br />
PGG Wrightson Real EstateLimited,licensedunderthe REAA2008<br />
Helping growthe country
Open Homes<br />
THURSDAY <strong>14</strong>TH NOVEMBER<br />
11 Orchard Grove,<strong>Ashburton</strong> 5:00 -5:30pm 3 2 2 AHB30966<br />
33 Suffolk Street,<strong>Ashburton</strong> 5:30 -6:00pm 3 1 1 AHB30951<br />
Hut 37, 1226 RiverRoad, Hakatere 6:00 -6:30pm 2 1 1 AHB30927<br />
SATURDAY 16TH NOVEMBER<br />
53 Wills Street,<strong>Ashburton</strong> 9:45 -10:15am 2 2 1 AHB30860<br />
NewListing/OpenHome<br />
45 Thomson Street, Tinwald 9:45 -10:15am 3 1 0 AHB30779<br />
109 Thomson Street, Tinwald 10:30 -11:00am 3 1 1 AHB30960<br />
24 Melcombe Street,Tinwald 10:30 -11:00am 3 1 2 AHB30267<br />
58 Main Street, Methven 11:00 -11:30am 3 1 2 MVN30103<br />
11 Orchard Grove,<strong>Ashburton</strong> 11:00 -11:30am 3 2 2 AHB30966<br />
71 Beach Road,<strong>Ashburton</strong> 11:15 -11:45am 4 1 0 AHB30921<br />
28b Woodham Drive, <strong>Ashburton</strong> 11:15 -11:45am 2 1 1 AHB30949<br />
33 Suffolk Street,<strong>Ashburton</strong> 12:00 -12:30pm 3 1 1 AHB30951<br />
18 Charlesworth Drive, <strong>Ashburton</strong> 12:00 -12:30pm 3 2 2 AHB30909<br />
34 Eton Street,<strong>Ashburton</strong> 12:45 -1:15pm 2 1 1 AHB30920<br />
22 Strowan Avenue, <strong>Ashburton</strong> 1:30 -2:00pm 4 2 2 AHB30709<br />
22 Geoff Geering Drive, <strong>Ashburton</strong> 2:15 -2:45pm 4 2 3 AHB30900<br />
Hut 37, 1226 RiverRoad, Hakatere 4:00 -4:30pm 2 1 1 AHB30927<br />
33 Suffolk Street, <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Settle down inthe beautiful surrounding gardens this<br />
home offers with sun streaming around the home all<br />
day. Alovelysunny area forthe summerBBQ, agreat<br />
workshop and garage for the enthusiast, lovelytrees<br />
and gardens with natures beautyatyourdoorstep.<br />
Awell positioned brick home, this home isanexcellent<br />
first home orfamilyhome that has been cared forwell<br />
by the present owners.<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
closing on Thursday28th<br />
<strong>November</strong> <strong>2024</strong> at 3:00pm<br />
(UnlessSold Prior)<br />
View<br />
Thursday5:30pm -6:00pm<br />
Saturday12:00pm -12:30pm<br />
3 1 1<br />
This property is<br />
proudly marketed by<br />
Lynne Bridge<br />
027 410 6216<br />
SUNDAY 17TH NOVEMBER<br />
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB30951<br />
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA2008)<br />
262 Moore Street, <strong>Ashburton</strong> 11:15 -11:45am 3 2 2 AHB22640<br />
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for Self-Managing Landlords<br />
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Contact our Property Management team today<br />
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To view allour propertiesfor sale,for rent or<br />
commercial lease, pleasevisit rwashburton.co.nz<br />
OpenHome<br />
Open Home<br />
11 Orchard Grove, <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
3 2 2<br />
Hut 37, 1226 RiverRoad, Hakatere<br />
2 1 1<br />
•Contemporary kitchen with walk in pantry<br />
•Fabulous dining. living with flowtooutdoor area<br />
•Three double bedrooms<br />
•Underfloor heating, heat pump and gas fire<br />
•Louvre outdoor room ideal forfamily occasions<br />
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB30966<br />
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA 2008)<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
closing on Wednesday20th<br />
<strong>November</strong> <strong>2024</strong> at3:00pm<br />
(UnlessSold Prior)<br />
View<br />
Thursday5:00pm -5:30pm<br />
Saturday11:00am -11:30am<br />
Chrissy Milne<br />
027 290 6606<br />
This delightful two-bedroom home combines modern<br />
living with acozyatmosphere, making it the perfect<br />
retreat for families, couples, or anyone looking to enjoy<br />
apeaceful lifestyle. Step inside todiscoverawell<br />
maintained interior.<br />
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB30927<br />
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA2008)<br />
ForSale<br />
Price onApplication<br />
View<br />
Thursday6:00pm -6:30pm<br />
Saturday4:00pm -4:30pm<br />
ChrissyMilne<br />
027 290 6606<br />
OpenHome<br />
Open Home<br />
45Thomson Street, Tinwald<br />
3 1 0<br />
109Thomson Street, Tinwald<br />
3 1 1<br />
Investors and first home buyerswill be impressed with<br />
this home. Recently painted, newroofand carpet, the<br />
big stuff is done. Permanent material cladding and a<br />
great location close to schools and the Tinwald shops.<br />
Acompact yard with anice covered outdoorarea.<br />
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB30779<br />
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA 2008)<br />
ForSale<br />
Offers over$395,000<br />
View<br />
Saturday9:45am -10:15am<br />
Lynne Bridge<br />
027 410 6216<br />
Investors and first home buyerswill be impressed with<br />
this home. Recently painted, newroofand carpet, the<br />
big stuffisdone. Permanent material cladding and a<br />
great location close to schools and the Tinwald shops.<br />
Acompact yard with anice covered outdoor area.<br />
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB30960<br />
Real Estate Mid Canterbury Property Ltd LICENSED (REAA2008)<br />
Deadline Sale<br />
closing on Tuesday19th<br />
<strong>November</strong> <strong>2024</strong> at 3:00pm<br />
(UnlessSold Prior)<br />
View<br />
Saturday10:30am -11:00am<br />
Lynne Bridge<br />
027 410 6216<br />
KimMiller<br />
SalesConsultant<br />
027 236 8627<br />
Lynne Bridge<br />
SalesConsultant<br />
027 410 6216<br />
ChrissyMilne<br />
SalesConsultant<br />
027 290 6606<br />
BruceMcPherson<br />
SalesConsultant<br />
027 438 4250<br />
DeniseMcPherson<br />
SalesConsultant<br />
027 242 7677<br />
Armand vander Eik<br />
SalesConsultant<br />
021 597 527<br />
Shirley Fitzgerald<br />
SalesConsultant<br />
027 220 1528<br />
Margaret Feiss<br />
SalesConsultant<br />
021 751 009<br />
Trevor Goldsmith<br />
SalesConsultant<br />
027 225 5669<br />
CareyVon Lubke<br />
Property Manager<br />
027 697 6948<br />
JaneneMcDowell<br />
PropertyManager<br />
027 287 3388<br />
96Tancred Street,<strong>Ashburton</strong> 03 307 8317 Main Road,Tinwald 03 307 8317<br />
rwashburton.co.nz<br />
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208 Havelock Street, ASHBURTON<br />
NEW LISTING<br />
OPEN HOME<br />
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Artists Impression<br />
Artists Impression<br />
Central Living At its Best!<br />
CosyTwo Bedroom Townhouse<br />
GrabYourFirstHome Oppotunity!<br />
115A Cameron Street, ASHBURTON<br />
This beautiful home has been designed for<br />
functionality and style by McIntosh Builders.<br />
Situated in the heart of <strong>Ashburton</strong>, within<br />
walking distance to the Domain, Art Gallery and<br />
restaurants, everything central living has on<br />
offer! Northwest facing, the open plan kitchen<br />
and living area have been designed to capture<br />
the sun. Sliding doors off the living room open<br />
to aprivate courtyard perfect for enjoying peace<br />
and quiet onasunny day orentertaining family<br />
and friends. The master bedroom is<br />
complemented with awalk-in wardrobe and en<br />
suite. The other two bedrooms ofample size,<br />
come complete with wardrobes. This home has<br />
it all, call today for more information!<br />
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WebID AUW4291254<br />
Flat 1, 61 Beach Road, HAMPSTEAD<br />
This lovely brick townhouse offers ablend of<br />
comfort and convenience, featuring open plan<br />
living along with two double bedrooms both<br />
with built-in wardrobes. Acourtyard off the<br />
lounge, capturing the sun also doubles asa<br />
carport. Proximity to the local shopping centre<br />
and within walking distance to town amenities.<br />
Offers Over $335,000 WebID<br />
View: Saturday, 10am-10.30am<br />
AUE4198081<br />
11 Graham Street,TINWALD<br />
With aclose proximity toseveral local amenities,<br />
easy care gardens, positioned well for the sun<br />
and an updated bathroom this 460m2 property<br />
offers agreat opportunity for aninvestor or a<br />
first-time buyer toget on the property ladder.<br />
Three good sized bedrooms, open plan kitchen<br />
and dining area. Conservatory and outdoor BBQ<br />
area, make this property yours today!<br />
Offers Over $475,000 WebID AUT4279086<br />
View: Saturday, 10am-10.30am<br />
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Looking for aFamily!<br />
Affordable Living<br />
When Location&Comfort Matters<br />
Spacious, Stylistand Readyfor You!<br />
55 Farm Road,ALLENTON<br />
This three bedroom home on a1053m2 section<br />
is perfect for those seeking durability and alow<br />
maintenance property. Ample space for parking<br />
and asecure area for the caravan/camper or<br />
boat. An updated modern kitchen with open<br />
plan living with heat pump and log burner is<br />
ideal for everyday living. Agreat location with<br />
separate laundry and partial double glazing.<br />
Offers Over $560,000 WebID AUW4279083<br />
View: Saturday, 10.45am-11.15am<br />
6Wills Street, ASHBURTON<br />
This superbly positioned property offering the<br />
perfect blend of convenience and location.<br />
Nestled just minutes from town, this two<br />
bedroom home ensures you’re always close toa<br />
number of local amenities, everything you need<br />
is at your doorstep, with aprivate sunny decking<br />
area. You could beafirst time buyer orseeking<br />
an addition to your investment portfolio.<br />
Offers Over $430,000 WebID AUW4316617<br />
View: Saturday, 11.30am-12pm<br />
117A CameronStreet, ASHBURTON<br />
Afantastic three bedroom property in an<br />
enviable location inCentral <strong>Ashburton</strong>, close to<br />
anumber oflocal amenities and walking<br />
distance to town. Private and secure, that could<br />
be used asalock and leave option. Solid<br />
construction, with gas heating, double glazing,<br />
sheltered outdoor entertaining area, viewing is<br />
highly recommended.<br />
By Negotiation<br />
WebID AUW4275293<br />
View: Saturday, 12.15pm-12.45pm<br />
24 James Street, ALLENTON<br />
Feel at home in this lovely three bedroom<br />
house, perfect for afamily, those wanting abit<br />
more space or investors. Modernised kitchen<br />
and bathroom, freshly painted inside and out.<br />
Ample space for vehicles with the double<br />
garage as well as on-site parking. Enjoy summer<br />
on the deck, entertaining family and friends or<br />
relaxing inpeace. Call now toview!!<br />
By Negotiation<br />
WebID AUW4270479<br />
View: Saturday, 1.45pm-2.15pm<br />
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Pocket of Perfect!<br />
Potential Plus!<br />
Ultimate Development Opportunity<br />
73 RacecourseRoad, ALLENTON<br />
If you require afabulous home with fantastic<br />
four car garaging then look no further!<br />
Located onthe sought-after Racecourse Road,<br />
this lovely 847m2 property is sure tobe<br />
admired. Located off the road you can enjoy the<br />
peace while you admire the beautiful garden.<br />
The kitchen is gorgeous with all the mod cons<br />
and complements the beautiful renovated<br />
bathroom perfectly. Keeping the indoor climate<br />
perfect isthe modern heat pump and log fire.<br />
The decor is neutral throughout and there is<br />
ample storage and aseparate laundry adding to<br />
convenience. The space and surroundings will<br />
impress and combined with the huge garage<br />
space this property will go to the top ofyour list.<br />
Call today to view.<br />
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Offers Over $630,000 WebID AUW4339683<br />
View: Saturday, 11.30am-12pm<br />
112 ElizabethStreet, ALLENTON<br />
This three bedroom home on a708m2 section<br />
and will meet all your needs. Open plan living,<br />
gas hot water and hob, with an HRV system and<br />
amodern heat pump. All amenities are within w<br />
alking distance. Keep the kids happy and the<br />
dog with the sunny, spacious and fenced back<br />
yard. There is room here for the vegetable plot<br />
as well. Call today to view!<br />
Offers Over $480,000<br />
WebID AUW4320559<br />
89 Cameron Street, ASHBURTON<br />
Offering the perfect spot for building your<br />
dream home in ahighly sought-after location<br />
with the peace and privacy ofasecluded lot<br />
and also conveniently close to all the essentials.<br />
Residential Azoned land and spacious size of<br />
615m2, this kind of development potential isin<br />
good demand, Investing in this land<br />
means,you’re making asmart investment.<br />
DeadlineSale<br />
WebIDAUW4331174<br />
Closing 4pm, 21 <strong>November</strong> (unless sold prior)<br />
Family Homewith Modern Touches &Spacious Outdoor Living!<br />
1RobertStreet, HINDS<br />
This beautifully renovated home sitting on a<br />
2022m2 section isperfect for families and<br />
entertainers alike. Featuring anopen plan<br />
kitchen and living area, flooded with natural<br />
light, creating awarm and inviting atmosphere<br />
for gatherings and everyday life. Bifold doors off<br />
the dining room open to apatio, ideal for<br />
entertaining or enjoying the day in peace and<br />
quiet. Aseparate self-contained hobby room<br />
offers flexibility for the larger family, guests,<br />
home office or even as arental with income<br />
potential. Afully fenced yard ensures that<br />
children and pets can play freely and safely in<br />
the beautiful gardens that surround the<br />
property. Contact us now for more details!<br />
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WebID HU4341756<br />
Closing 4pm, 28 <strong>November</strong> (unless sold prior)<br />
ClarkMcLeod<br />
027 432 2194<br />
Mark Lemon<br />
027 339 6665<br />
SusieMcLeod<br />
021 668783<br />
Dale Thomas<br />
027 321 6394<br />
Angela Smith<br />
021 225 5226<br />
LauraGeorge<br />
022 063 9744<br />
Jess Cunliffe<br />
027 408 2241<br />
CathyCorah<br />
03 3080027<br />
CM Wong<br />
03 3080027<br />
AnitaTwamley<br />
027 205 6213<br />
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NEW LISTING<br />
Hinds Surveyors Road<br />
AStrategic Purchase<br />
With all consents in place and afavourable winter grazing area of approximately 44 hectares plus historical dairy support<br />
landofapproximately 58 hectares. Primarily an arable block with productive soils coupled with irrigation, growing crops on<br />
arotation of grass seed, peas,cereals and specialist smallseeds. Thisisaperfect add on to alarger operation or if youare<br />
looking to start land ownership, an excellent first step on the ladder at aprice point without vast infrastructure.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5524780<br />
125.4823 ha<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 12 Dec <strong>2024</strong><br />
201 West Street, <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
View by appointment<br />
Mike Preston 027 430 7041<br />
mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THEREA ACT2008<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> 394 Fords Road, Willowby<br />
TheFuture of Dairying<br />
After 43 years of ownership andpioneering development we offer to the market this fully self-contained dairy farm with<br />
wintering shelter, 54 bail rotary dairy shed, new pivot irrigators and an enviable standard of housing. Being fully selfcontained<br />
has enabled management to remove risk and keep day to daycontrol to maximise efficiencies and keep<br />
downward pressure on farm working expenses whileimprovingmilk production. Last seasons production finished at<br />
238,538 kgMS, already showingperformance with a15% increasefor the current season. Benefits have also been observed<br />
with improved cow healthand welfare, temperament, conception rates and environmental compliance.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525584<br />
218.0075 ha<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 5Dec <strong>2024</strong><br />
201 West Street, <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
View by appointment<br />
Mike Preston 027 430 7041<br />
mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THEREA ACT2008<br />
bayleys.co.nz
NEW LISTING<br />
Tinwald 65 Johnstone Street<br />
1.0124 ha 3 1 1<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 5Dec <strong>2024</strong><br />
View Sat 2.30-3pm or by appointment<br />
SimonSharpin 027 6318087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Lifestyle with addedpotential<br />
Located on the quiet outskirtsofTinwald is this 1.01ha(more or less) lifestylepropertywithexcellent addedpotential.<br />
This three-bedroom redbrick home offers plenty of space forany family looking to live on apeacefulstreet with the<br />
convenienceoftown amenities only ashort walk or driveaway. An updated kitchen is tastefullydesignedand flows<br />
into the open plan dining and lounge area.The heatingisprovided by aYuncalog burner with wetback and heat<br />
pump,keeping the homecosy andthe familywarm. The lounge is completewith aranch slider opening onto asunsoaked<br />
patio andlawn area.The double garage givesample space for vehicle storage andisconnected to thehouse<br />
by aconservatory, ideal for keeping boots and coatsdry.Athree bay pole shed, twogardensheds, carport andhorse<br />
shelter provide numerous options for storing vehiclesortoys.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525659<br />
Rakaia 556 Lauriston Barrhill Road<br />
235.0638 ha<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Fri 6Dec <strong>2024</strong><br />
201West Street,<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
View byappointment<br />
MikePreston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Quality Arable and Infrastructure<br />
Situated in the renowned Barrhill area of Mid Canterbury,thisapproximately 235 hectare property in twotitles, enjoys<br />
consistentqualitysoils and irrigation enablingthe production of adiverserange of crops, smallseeds andvegetables.<br />
The property also supports capital stockgrazing and lambfinishing mainlyinthe winter monthsproviding an extra<br />
revenue stream.Irrigation waterissourced from an on-farm bore and applied throughapivot andfixed boom lateral<br />
irrigators for efficient coverage and application. This offeringincludes twohouses andfarmyards connected by a<br />
central lanewaywithacomprehensive array of farm buildings including sheepand cattle yards. Silo'scombinewith<br />
approximately 1,100tonnesofstorage and drying facilities.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5523496<br />
OPEN HOME<br />
Allenton <strong>14</strong>8 MethvenHighway<br />
2 ha 4 1 2 2<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 28 Nov<strong>2024</strong><br />
View Sat 1.30-2pm or by appointment<br />
Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz<br />
Emily Smith 027 222 4596 emily.smith@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Lifestyle andlocation<br />
Located minutesfrom the <strong>Ashburton</strong> township, this2.0 hectare (approximately) lifestyle property offers aunique<br />
blend of comfort, convenience and country styleliving.Renovations to the interior of thehome over thelast four<br />
yearsensure afresh andmodern feel. The heart of the home features an open-plan kitchen,dining, andliving<br />
space—perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. With ample natural light and seamless flow,this area is<br />
designed for both relaxation andsocializing. Allfour bedrooms are located upstairs, each featuringbuilt-in wardrobes<br />
for amplestorage. The master suite is spacious and includes anewly renovated ensuite, while alarge family bathroom<br />
providesadditional conveniencefor everyone. The practicality extendswithaninternalaccess double garage anda<br />
recentlyrenovatedseparate laundry space, making everydaytasks abreeze.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525608<br />
FINAL NOTICE<br />
Allenton 102 Racecourse Road<br />
10.83 ha 3 3 2<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Wed 20 Nov<strong>2024</strong><br />
201West Street,<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
View byappointment<br />
MikePreston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Waverley Farm, LandBank or Development<br />
Offeredtothe market is thisexceptionalproperty on twofreehold titles withapproximately 1.0hectare including the<br />
homeand approximately 9.8 hectares of bareland. After nearly 70 yearsofownership, perfectly situated on theedge<br />
of <strong>Ashburton</strong> town this property boasts ablend of tranquilcountry living with the convenienceofbeingclosetothe<br />
town amenities.<br />
Featuring three generouslysized bedrooms,each equippedwithbuilt-in wardrobesfor ample storage.The living<br />
areas are thoughtfully designed, including alarge loungewith bifold doors that provideflexible room separation,<br />
allowingthe separate kitchen,dining, and living areas to be idealfor both everydayliving andentertaining. Comfortis<br />
apriority with aheat pump, openfire,and gas fire ensuringwarmthand ambiance throughout theyear.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5524874<br />
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OPEN HOME<br />
Hampstead 102 Eton Street<br />
985 sqm 3 1 1<br />
For Saleoffers invited over $399,000<br />
View 12-12.30pm Sun 17 Nov or by appointment<br />
Emma Phillips 027 483 3110 emma.phillips@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Renovate or invest<br />
Aweatherboard home with endless potential. Whether you're afirst homebuyer looking to enter the market or an<br />
astute investorseeking your next opportunity, thispropertyticksall the boxes.<br />
Set on agenerous 986sqm section, this three-bedroom,one-bathroom homeoffers plentyofspace and flexibility.<br />
The sunroomatthe front of the property has the potentialtobetransformed into awarm, relaxing space on sunny<br />
days. There is aheat pump for comfort in any monthofthe year.<br />
With abit of tender, love and care, this home could be restored into itsformer glory. The large section providesscope<br />
for renovations, future development, or to simplyenjoyingthe outdoor space with familyand friends. Whether you<br />
choose to renovate, invest, or land bank forthe future, the possibilities here are endless.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525183<br />
OPEN HOME<br />
Hampstead 5Willow Street<br />
698 sqm 3 1 1 1<br />
Asking Price $420,000<br />
View 11-11.30am Sun 17 Novorbyappointment<br />
Emma Phillips 027 483 3110 emma.phillips@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Green With Envy<br />
This charming three-bedroom property, constructed frompermanent materials, offers theperfect first homeor<br />
investment property. Each bedroom is equipped withabuilt-in wardrobe, as wellasaseparate laundry room for<br />
convenience. Foryear-round comfort, the homeisfitted withaheatpump. The spacious singlegarage is astandout<br />
feature, providing secure parking and storage. Sitting on asizeablesection, this propertyoffers plentyofoutdoor<br />
appeal, including an outsideworkshop –ideal forthose who love DIY or need extra space forhobbies. Forthe greenthumbed<br />
gardener, there's avegetable garden and fruit trees, perfect forsustainable living. While the homeretains its<br />
original charm, it offers immense scopefor improvementsand personaltouches, making it afantastic opportunity to<br />
add value.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525479<br />
OPEN HOME<br />
Tinwald 93a McMurdo Street<br />
509 sqm 3 1 2 2<br />
For Saleoffers invited over $639,000<br />
View 10-10.30am Sun 17 Nov<br />
Emma Phillips 027 483 3110 emma.phillips@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Modern ease<br />
This modern, three-bedroom home offers allthe features youneed forcomfortable living. Step inside to discoveran<br />
open-plan living area, perfect for family gatherings andentertaining friends. This propertywould be ideal for first<br />
home buyers, property investors or young families.<br />
The master bedroom comes complete with aprivate ensuite andaconvenient walk-in wardrobe. There are also builtin<br />
wardrobes in the otherbedrooms, providing amplestorage and an organised living space. Aseparatelaundry adds<br />
to the practicality of this home. You'll also appreciate theattached double garage with internalaccess, making<br />
everydaycomings and goings abreeze.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525175<br />
FINAL NOTICE<br />
Methven 29 Barkers Road<br />
8,506 sqm<br />
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 2pm, Tue 19 Nov<strong>2024</strong><br />
View by appointment<br />
Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387 rosa.dekker@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Exceptional development opportunity<br />
Presenting an exceptionalopportunity to secure 8,506sqm(subject to finalsurvey) of residentialbareland, perfectly<br />
positioned foryour next project. Located on Barkers Roadwithadditionalaccess via Lochhead Crescent, this prime<br />
parcel offers the flexibilityand scale that developers dreamof. Zoned ResidentialC,the propertyallows for<br />
subdivision down to 360sqm sections (subject to council approval),making it aversatile canvasfor various<br />
development possibilities. With itsexpansive street frontage and dualaccess, the siteprovides notonlyconvenience<br />
but also the potential for well-designed urban planning. As Methven continues to grow in popularity, large parcels of<br />
land is becoming increasinglyscarce. This is your chance to secure asignificant slice of prime real estateinasoughtafter<br />
location –perfect for developers or investors.<br />
Boundary lines are indicativeonly<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525435<br />
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DEADLINE BROUGHT FORWARD<br />
Methven 367 Highbank School Road<br />
3.3007 ha 4 2 2 2<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu <strong>14</strong> Nov<strong>2024</strong><br />
View byappointment<br />
Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Countrylifestyle in Highbank<br />
Located in aquiet peaceful setting is this excellent lifestyle find.Madeupoffour bedrooms andtwobathrooms,this<br />
property hasroom for the wholefamily. Built in 1987,the Lockwooddesignedhouse wasupdated in 2017 giving it a<br />
warm modern feel. The largelog burnerprovides excellent heating for the coldermonthsand coupledwiththe heat<br />
transfersystem andrecentlyaddedheatpump,the family will be kept niceand warm on thecoldestofnights. The<br />
lounge areaisalargespace, perfect for hosting friends. Theproperty is completewith adouble car garage witha<br />
storagearea. There is also aworkshopattached giving an excellent space for workingonprojects andstoring toys. As<br />
wellasawoodshed andlarge gardenshed.<br />
Boundary lines are indicative only<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525212<br />
NEW LISTING<br />
Methven 21 Carr Street<br />
789 sqm 3 1 1 2<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Wed 4Dec <strong>2024</strong><br />
View Sat 11-11.30am or by appointment<br />
Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Agreat first family home<br />
Located on the edge of the Methventownship is this solid three-bedroom red brick home; theperfectfirst stepfor<br />
anyfamily.The kitchen,dining and lounge areasare agreatopen space for entertainingfriends or having family<br />
meals. The ranchslider door opensoff the loungetoalarge, covered patio areaprovidinganexcellent area for<br />
enjoying asummers evening.The three double bedrooms are complete withbuilt in wardrobesand are agreat size<br />
forall familymembers. Outside is adetacheddouble garage withexcellent storage capacity as well as awoodand<br />
gardenshed. The section is completewith agreatlawn space and raisedvegetable beds as wellasbeing fullyfenced<br />
witharollergate, providingprivacyand security.Thisisafantastic opportunity to ownagreat family home.<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525635<br />
NEW LISTING<br />
Methven 51B Memorial Crescent<br />
942 sqm 4 1 2 2<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 5Dec <strong>2024</strong><br />
View Sat 12-12.30pm or by appointment<br />
SimonSharpin 027 6318087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Complete class<br />
Located on aprivate 942sqm (more or less) rearsection, 51B MemorialCrescent is anewly built four-bedroom, twobathroom<br />
home where every detail has been carefully considered. This propertytrulystands out, offeringappeal in<br />
everyaspect.The kitchen is thehub of the home situatedinthe middle of thelarge open planliving anddiningareas.<br />
The island with feature downlights provides an excellentspace formeal prep or aspot to have breakfastwith the<br />
family, while the walk-in pantry keepsthe fridge hiddenand provides extra storage.The dining area flowsfrom the<br />
kitchen,makingitaseparate spacebut closeenoughtobesocial, an excellentarea for hostingdinnerpartieswith<br />
friends or family meals around the table. Positioned to catchthe all day sun, the loungespace hasahighvaulted<br />
ceilingprovidingafeelingofgrandeur and openness.<br />
Lawn has been digitally enhanced<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525206<br />
NEW LISTING<br />
Methven 38 Memorial Crescent<br />
1,291 sqm<br />
DeadlineSale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Fri 6Dec <strong>2024</strong><br />
View byappointment<br />
Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Opukes doorstep<br />
If you are in the marketfor alarge residentialsection, then38MemorialCrescent must be considered. This 1,291sqm<br />
(more or less) section is located across the road form the covetedand awardwinning OpukeThermalpools giving<br />
direct access to one of MidCanterburys newest hot spots.The section is fully servicedwithpower, water, fibre and<br />
septic andisreadytobebuilt on. Methvenisone of Canterburysfastest growing towns withrapidexpansioncurrently<br />
taking place. With draw cards suchasMtHutt skifield and mountainbike park, the StaveleyIce Skating rink, multiple<br />
rivers for boating, numerous bar and restaurantsall closeby, nowisthe time to make Methven yourhome. With<br />
limited numbers of largersections in the Camrose subdivision,38MemorialCrescent is agreat opportunitytobuilda<br />
homeonasection with amplespace for kid's gardens to grow. Offers over $280,000<br />
Boundary lines are indicative only<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525629<br />
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Methven 5HolmesRoad<br />
1,008 sqm<br />
For Saleoffers invited over $210,000<br />
View by appointment<br />
LivGorman 027 856 4416liv.gorman@bayleys.co.nz<br />
WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THE REAACT 2008<br />
Your gateway to Methven!<br />
This spacious 1,008sqm (more or less) section is now available on Holmes Road, conveniently located justashort<br />
distance fromthe heart of town and astone's throw from the famed Ōpuke Thermal Pools. Camrose Estates is a<br />
sought-after development in Methven, ideal forestablishingyour family home,creating aholiday getaway, or<br />
securing avaluable land investment for the future. Essentialservices such as power, water, and fibre are readily<br />
available at the property boundary, simplifying the process of building your dream home. Please note thatspecific<br />
land covenants areinplace to maintain the integrity and value of the development,and thecouncil development levy<br />
remains unpaid. Seize the opportunity to claimyour piece of thisrapidly growing tourism hotspot! For more<br />
information on this property call now.<br />
Boundary lines are indicativeonly<br />
bayleys.co.nz/5525347<br />
FINAL NOTICE<br />
Methven 1Allen Street<br />
648 sqm 4 1 2<br />
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 2pm, Thu <strong>14</strong> Nov<strong>2024</strong><br />
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93.82 ha 3 2 2<br />
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12pm, Thu5Dec <strong>2024</strong><br />
3DeansAvenue, Chch<br />
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HOME OWNER<br />
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THURSDAY, <strong>14</strong>NOVEMBER <strong>2024</strong> |THE GERALDINE NEWS |PAGE 7<br />
Open GardenS<br />
5Coles Street, Geraldine<br />
Bruce &Felicity Lambie<br />
Alarge town garden, surrounded by rhododendrons, camellias, and large<br />
trees. Mainly acottage gardenwith all year-round colour which includes<br />
roses, lilies, trilliums, hellebores,spring bulbs, and unusual plants with lots of<br />
treasures tucked away.Plants forsale.<br />
Friday, Saturday&Sunday|10am–4pm<br />
Geraldine Community Gardens“Growing forEveryone”<br />
TalbotStreet, Geraldine (behind theScout Den, oppositeHuffey St)<br />
<strong>2024</strong> is an exciting year forthe Geraldine Community Gardens-anew<br />
stormwater pipewas installedright through the middle of thesite. our<br />
raised beds being replaced andre-instated, increasing growing capacity<br />
and making the space moreuser friendly.The Men’s Shed have been very<br />
helpful as well as some volunteersinstalling newfacilities such as, improved<br />
growspace fornatives,asmallgreenhouse ¤tly asizeable tunnel<br />
house. We arelooking forwardtoagreat growing season.<br />
Friday&Sunday10am–12pm<br />
“RainbowGardens” 24North Terrace, Geraldine<br />
BridgetMcNamee &Ian Baker<br />
Lots to look at, with alarge variety of plants in everyavailable corner of<br />
garden space, alsopots&planters, garden ornaments, art and décor,and a<br />
largeUnicorn Mural as abonus.Solar lights forthe evening and greenhouse<br />
and conservatory also house the overflow from the indoor house jungle.<br />
Selection of propagated plants forsale with roadside honestybox.<br />
Saturday11am–8pm &Sunday10am–4pm<br />
5A South Terrace, Geraldine<br />
Sue Wood<br />
“Welcometomyfood forest”. Ihavecreated an organic food oasis on a<br />
small urban section by utilising sun, space, organic matter and the elements<br />
of nature, with avision to be self-sustaining. Ieat what Igrowand produce an<br />
abundance of food year-round.Donations to Riding forthe Disabled.<br />
Friday, Saturday&Sunday12pm–4pm<br />
“BellbirdCottage”53A CoxStreet, Geraldine<br />
Angela Gregg<br />
Originally asmall paddock which had been used to grazesheep but<br />
bounded by severalmaturenativetrees on Serpentine Creek and<br />
Geraldine Domain. Ihaveplanted lots moreoverthe yearsincluding fruit<br />
trees, shrubs, vegetable garden, fernery and flowerbeds, with the newest<br />
creation amoon garden. Thereare also ponds and fountains, garden<br />
sculptures,art worksand achildren’s playarea, amagical space forall to<br />
enjoy. Agold coin donation appreciated to support the work of Forest &Bird.<br />
Friday, Saturday&Sunday|1pm–4pm<br />
“Hewlings Manor”5Hewlings Street,Geraldine<br />
Julie Merry<br />
The house is run as an AirBnB,and seton1500m2 overlooking thetownwith a<br />
lovely well-established gardenincluding roses, rhododendrons, camellias,<br />
and other shrubs and perennials. Ihavemade afew adjustments in the 4<br />
yearsofownership to allowgueststoget the mostenjoyment, and photo<br />
opportunities forweddings etc<br />
Friday&Saturday|10am–2pm<br />
39 Wilson Street, Geraldine<br />
Tony Climo<br />
Something different, whereyou won’tfind lots of well-tended flower<br />
bedsand exotic plantings, but unusually foratownsection, Geraldine’s<br />
ownSerpentine Creek flows right through the garden, providing asetting<br />
forastream-bank shrubberyand aprivate‘bush walk’. Amixture of<br />
nativeevergreens and deciduous exotic trees screen the garden from<br />
neighboursand provide apeacefuland privatebackdrop<br />
Friday &Saturday3pm–6pm<br />
35 Peel Street, Geraldine<br />
Catherine Ford<br />
When building our newhome in 2021 we decided that we would rather<br />
gardenthe front area instead of lawns. The briefwas to keep native, but<br />
some outsidershavesneaked in forextra colour.The plan is that the garden<br />
will look after itself. It’sstill ongoing in that we arenow planting ground cover<br />
which will establish overthe next couple of years.<br />
Saturday1pm–4pm<br />
52B RibbonwoodRoad, Geraldine Downs<br />
Mary Furness Weir &TrevorWeir<br />
Take a10min walk on the track through the protected forest area on our 1.3ha<br />
block. In addition to the fewancient trees, we have planted thousands of<br />
natives indigenous to this area. Comeand see progress, as grassybanksof<br />
former lawnare being turned into further forest.<br />
Saturday&Sunday|10am–4pm<br />
www.geraldinefestival.co.nz<br />
“Riverstone House”91Pye Road,Geraldine<br />
Ken&Jenny Jordan<br />
RiverstoneHouse gardens and nurserywelcome youtowander around<br />
our lovely lawn and gardensetting. Our home is setwellback from the<br />
road giving the feel of aquietcountryretreat and is filled with nativeplants,<br />
rhododendronsand other well-established plantings.Wehaveasmall<br />
specialised Rhodo nurseryhere.<br />
Friday, Saturday&Sunday10am–4pm<br />
13A McKenzie Street, Geraldine<br />
Daphne Dew<br />
We movedtothis sloped Geraldine gardenwith abeautiful riverview<br />
nearly 10 yearsago,bringing only twoRhodos and some redtrilliums from<br />
our Lumsdengarden. We removedsome rosesand Buxus hedgingfrom<br />
the established Rhodos and Camellias, added dahlias, and created an easycaregardenperfect<br />
forsummerevenings.<br />
Sunday10am–4pm<br />
<strong>14</strong> Magnolia Place, McKenzie Lifestyle Village<br />
Adrienne&Garth Luscombe<br />
Self-sufficiency year round in 13 potagersofvegetables, fruit and herbs,<br />
grownorganically with the help of worm farm and composttumbler. Seeds,<br />
worms, homebrew sprays&ideastoshare. Please park at 33 Connolly<br />
St, walk in and take aright at roundabout. Mobility cardholdersdriveinto<br />
park by house. Optional donation, can/non-perishable item forGeraldine<br />
Foodbank.<br />
Friday, Saturday&Sunday12pm–6pm<br />
9George Street, Geraldine<br />
Andrea &John Gaul<br />
Agardenfull of colour,perfume and interest. With floweringbeds,<br />
flourishing vege patch and fruit trees. The gardenshows howmuch food<br />
and cut flowers can be produced in asuburban setting.Plant sales available.<br />
Gold coin donation welcomed forvarious animal charities.<br />
Friday, Saturday&Sunday|10am–4pm<br />
52 Tancred Street, Geraldine<br />
Petra&Jackvan der Sanden<br />
Our gardeniscalled WabiSabi, which means“beauty in imperfection”.<br />
The property is about 2acres and has an ornamental and large vegetable<br />
garden. It also hasanorchard.Our aim is to create all year interest in our<br />
garden.<br />
Saturday &Sunday10am–4pm<br />
“WoodburyRhododendrons”16BurdonRoad, Woodbury<br />
Bernie &Joy O’Keefe<br />
Alarge,wellestablished woodland gardenfeaturing over1000<br />
rhododendrons. Companion plantsincluding primulas, irises, hostasand<br />
numerous other perennials addtothe interest. Alarge pond is afeature.<br />
EntryFee:$4.00<br />
Friday, Saturday&Sunday|10am–4pm<br />
Orari Gorge Station Garden &Bush Walk<br />
993Tripp Settlement Road, OrariGorge<br />
The Orari Gorge homestead gardenwas planned by Charles &Ellen<br />
Tripp in the 1860s. It sits close to nativebush which is classified SNA. There<br />
is aformal vegetable gardenwith boxhedging, stone walls and large<br />
rhododendrons. Come and enjoythe gardens, bring apicnic,orwander<br />
up to the historic buildings. Therewill be asmall plant stall, please bring cash.<br />
Entryfee is $10 foradults, with all proceeds going towardsthe maintenance<br />
of the historic buildings.<br />
Sunday10am–3pm<br />
104 School Road, Pleasant Valley<br />
Jo &David Gilmore<br />
Our gardenisover100 yearsold. It has some large rhododendrons and<br />
azaleas, magnolias and lots of old fashioned English cottageperennials.<br />
We have also started anativeforest/wetland in asmall paddock which<br />
is accessible, alittle trickyfor wheel chairs,but it can be seen well from<br />
the drive. Thereare some very large trees in and around the 1.5hectare<br />
property.Wewill have ceramicsand wood turned bowls forsaleand<br />
possibly some spareplants too.<br />
Friday, Saturday&Sunday10am–4pm<br />
“Kakahu Gardens” <strong>14</strong>22 Winchester Hanging Rock Road, Kakahu<br />
Anna &Tom Hargreaves<br />
Immerse yourself in the wildernessofthe woodland and parklikesetting of<br />
century-old trees at Kakahu andanocean of rhododendrons. Our garden<br />
datesback to the early 1890’swhen the first plantings were made.These<br />
plantings have grownintovarious‘rooms’each with their ownstory to tell.<br />
Entry$10 foradults, donations to the Geraldine Helipad.<br />
Saturday &Sunday|10am–4pm<br />
Mulvihill CountryGarden<br />
Off Geraldine -Fairlie Highway79(signposted20km from Geraldine)<br />
Aseasonal countrygardenfilled with azaleas and rhododendrons, irises,<br />
trilliums, and manyother treasures. Nurserywith alimited number of<br />
perennials forsale. Gold coin donation for4Peakers Masters Netball team.<br />
Friday, Saturday&Sunday|10am–4pm<br />
Miaflora Café&GardenCentre, 161 Temuka-OrariHighway,Winchester<br />
Interesting English style garden with features and surprises around every<br />
corner.Set in the grounds on an elegant 19<strong>14</strong> Tudorstyle house with lots of<br />
sculptures (previously Kavanagh House). Caféand Garden centreavailable.<br />
Thursday, Friday, Saturday&Sunday|10am–5pm<br />
For IMAGES &MAPS OF GARDENS<br />
scan the QR codeorvisit<br />
geraldine.nz/geradine-festival-gardens
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THURSDAY, <strong>14</strong>NOVEMBER <strong>2024</strong> |THE GERALDINE NEWS |PAGE 9<br />
Land Search and Rescue South Canterbury team members Lynda Stanley, Daniel Billett, Dave Vernall, Bodie Hill, Kelly Smith, Luis Callas,<br />
Bill Westwood, and Nathan Bobbette. PHOTO: Jan Finlayson<br />
South Canterbury LandSAR hosts Harris Trophy<br />
Waihi Gorge Station was bright with hi-vis<br />
recently as Land Search andRescue(LandSAR)<br />
South Canterbury hosted the annual Harris<br />
Trophy,aCanterbury-wideskills competition,<br />
amid itsfoothills terrain.<br />
Eightteams of four to eightmembers spent<br />
around four hours completing their missions,<br />
with the South Canterbury team taking home<br />
the challenge’s Communications Cup and the<br />
Rakaia team winning the Navigation Trophy.<br />
The overall Harris Trophy, named for its<br />
co-instigator, Neil Harris, went to Ellesmere1.<br />
Underlying the aim of locating a‘patient’<br />
for return tobase isthe event’s purpose of<br />
fosteringstronglandsearchand rescue practice.<br />
Ali Scarlett, Canterbury LandSAR group and<br />
volunteer supporter says, “It’s agood chance<br />
to brush uponskills and relearn things they<br />
mightnot have done foralong time.”<br />
She says,“Skills tested were firstaid,patient<br />
management, and clue processing. For clue<br />
processing,eachteamhad acampsitetonavigate<br />
to, and then had toprocess what they found,<br />
writingnotes andnot disturbing thescene too<br />
much.Wehad observers with each team,marking<br />
communication,teamcohesiveness, andteam<br />
leadership.”<br />
To be aLandSAR volunteer, “You need a<br />
desire to help people, and an interest in the<br />
outdoors. Most skills, apart from fitness, we<br />
can teach in the field on courses, and they’re<br />
practised inmonthly training and nationallyruncourses.”<br />
Thefirst HarrisTrophycompetition wasin<br />
1986 afterNeilHarrisand agroup of hishunting<br />
friends formed Canterbury’s first LandSAR<br />
group. Neil was involved for three decades.<br />
Sincehis 2017 death, hiswidow,Joy,has presented<br />
theHarrisTrophytowinning teams.<br />
Keen to learnmoreabout LandSARorjoin<br />
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<strong>Ashburton</strong> <strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
57<br />
Earthquake scenario primes response<br />
SUSAN.SANDYS<br />
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
District council staff faced the<br />
horrifying scenario of the Alpine Fault<br />
rupturing during an emergency exercise<br />
last week.<br />
They were among hundreds of council<br />
staff and emergency responders around<br />
the South Island involved in Exercise<br />
Pandora.<br />
There is ahigh probability of the major<br />
faultline rupturing in the next 50 years,<br />
causing amagnitude 8earthquake.<br />
In <strong>Ashburton</strong>, more than 40 staff took<br />
part in the exercise, joined by partner<br />
organisations including mana whenua,<br />
Hato Hone St John, NZ Police, Fire and<br />
Emergency NZ.<br />
Set up in the new Emergency<br />
Operations Centre (EOC) behind Te<br />
Whare Whakatere, personnel and<br />
volunteers applied themselves to the<br />
exercise, which opens on the third day<br />
after the rupture.<br />
Controller and group manager<br />
compliance and development Ian Hyde<br />
said it was ‘‘an excellent exercise’’.<br />
‘‘We've gathered feedback from those<br />
involved in the exercise and we will be<br />
looking at the areas in which we can<br />
continue to improve, but based on what<br />
we saw, we're confident that we're well<br />
placed to coordinate an emergency<br />
response to adisaster,’’ Hyde said.<br />
‘‘We also gained some valuable lessons<br />
about how we can make best use of the<br />
new Emergency Operations Centre<br />
(EOC) and its technology. Considering<br />
that this was the first major activity in<br />
the EOC from aCivil Defence Emergency<br />
Management standpoint, we were really<br />
pleased with how well the facility<br />
performed.’’<br />
PREPARED: District council staff, in the Pandora Exercise control and response<br />
team, are (from left) controller's assistant Laurelle Whitwell, controller Ian<br />
Hyde, response manager Chris Stanley, welfare manager Kate Green. Above<br />
right partner agency member Hato Hone St John group operations manager<br />
Heather Keele. Right lead radio team volunteer David Watson.<br />
Hyde said the Alpine Fault was<br />
Canterbury’s single biggest risk.<br />
Canterbury Emergency Management<br />
Group controller James Thompson told<br />
RNZ the rupture would cause damage,<br />
but it would feel different from the<br />
deadly 2011 Christchurch Earthquake.<br />
‘‘You've got to remember, that energy<br />
difference is spread right across the<br />
South Island, rather than very<br />
concentrated in Christchurch,’’<br />
Thompson said.<br />
‘‘For example, the shaking we feel in<br />
Christchurch might be longer, two or<br />
three minutes, whereas we only had 20<br />
seconds shaking in the 2011 earthquake.<br />
And it's more likely to be arolling motion<br />
than that punch we got.<br />
‘‘There'll still be damage, and there'll<br />
still be liquefaction, those things we've<br />
seen before we'll see again. But it will<br />
feel very different and the damage<br />
shouldn't be as significant, especially as<br />
Christchurch has alot of new buildings,<br />
better designed buildings and better<br />
infrastructure in the ground.’’<br />
❛Based on what we saw,<br />
we're confident that we're<br />
well placed to coordinate an<br />
emergency response to a<br />
disaster. ❜<br />
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Invaluabletransportservice milestone<br />
DELLWYN.MOYLAN<br />
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
The Mid Canterbury Connector<br />
celebrated amilestone this week.<br />
Operated by the Mid Canterbury<br />
Community Vehicle Trust, the<br />
connector reached over 660 trips.<br />
That is the number of trips it has made<br />
into <strong>Ashburton</strong> from surrounding rural<br />
areas, providing transport for people<br />
unable to drive.<br />
Established in 2021, the service is<br />
provided courtesy of adedicated vehicle<br />
and <strong>14</strong> vetted and trained volunteer<br />
drivers.<br />
It is ondemand on week days and<br />
there is acost for the ride.<br />
The trips may be for hospital, medical,<br />
dental or government department<br />
appointments, to see family and friends,<br />
shopping, and to take part in community<br />
activities.<br />
Safe Communities coordinator<br />
Lesley Symington, who oversees the<br />
service,said the car averaged about<br />
30,000kmayear.<br />
One of the connector users for the last<br />
two years, Geoff, who is visually<br />
impaired, uses the serviceeveryseven<br />
to 10 days.<br />
He comes in from his rural home to go<br />
to doctorand hospital appointments,<br />
pick up prescriptions and do his<br />
shopping.<br />
‘‘The service is so well organised, the<br />
drivers are excellent, brilliant and<br />
helpful. They are always on time,’’ Geoff<br />
said.<br />
‘‘It’s alife for me. Without it Iwould be<br />
sunk,’’ he said.<br />
The connector service has had the<br />
recent addition of avehicle in Rakaia,<br />
owned by the Rakaia Community<br />
Association.<br />
Mid Canterbury Community Vehicle<br />
Trust chair, Deputy Mayor Liz McMillan,<br />
CELEBRATION: Celebrating the 660 trips made by Mid Canterbury Community<br />
Vehicle Trust connector care are (from left) Mayor Neil Brown, Kelvyn Savage<br />
(Connector bookings coordinator and volunteerdriver), Marion Dent (trustee), Adi<br />
Avnit (trustee), Elsa Hydes (trustee), Deputy Mayor Liz McMillan (chair), and Kevin<br />
Sisson (trustee, volunteerdriver). Inset: Cake especially for the occasion. PHOTOS SUPPLIED<br />
said in the absence of public transport in<br />
the district, the trust’s initial research<br />
identified aneed.<br />
‘‘The researchtold us thatother<br />
agencies like St John were active in<br />
taking peopleinto Christchurch for<br />
hospital appointments. It was also<br />
important that people,particularly our<br />
older folk, can be part of the community<br />
and not be isolated,’’ McMillan said.<br />
‘‘The service has become alifeline for<br />
many of our customers, who enjoy the<br />
trip out and the contact with our<br />
volunteer drivers as much as their<br />
destination. We’re thrilled to have done<br />
over 660 trips over the last three years<br />
and look forward to the service growing<br />
as more people know about it,’’ McMillan<br />
said.<br />
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Scholarshipsfor singing future<br />
DELLWYN.MOYLAN<br />
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
Mid Canterbury Choir has supported<br />
talented secondary school students<br />
for 10 years with scholarships.<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> College year 12 student<br />
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year 13 student Maddie Webb have<br />
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Emma said getting the scholarship<br />
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education in music. She belonged to<br />
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‘‘It motivates me to keep pushing<br />
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opportunity to inspire others through<br />
music,’’ Emma said.<br />
Emma had been singing since she<br />
could talk.<br />
At <strong>Ashburton</strong> College, she joined<br />
junior choir Phoenix Rising, where<br />
she held leadership roles,then the<br />
Phoenix Chorus.<br />
Emma said she enjoyed singing at<br />
home, along to music, andalsoinfront<br />
of her family and friends at<br />
celebrations.<br />
Year 13 Mount Hutt College senior<br />
Maddie Webb PHOTO SUPPLIED Emma Hill PHOTO SUPPLIED<br />
choir member Maddie said the<br />
scholarship recognised her passion<br />
and hard work.<br />
The 17yearold was amember of the<br />
New Zealand Academy Choir, which<br />
competed in the World Choir Games in<br />
Aucklandthis year.<br />
Thechoir earned second prize and a<br />
level 5gold diploma.<br />
Maddie used her experience with<br />
the academy choir to enhance the<br />
Mount Hutt College Choir.<br />
She lead several college choir<br />
rehearsals and inspired younger<br />
singers to follow in her footsteps.<br />
‘‘I have already put plans in place to<br />
audition for the Christchurch Youth<br />
Choir while at university (studying<br />
commerce) next year.<br />
‘‘And Iamlooking forwardto<br />
remaining as avocalist and bass<br />
player with Methven band<br />
Mavericks.’’<br />
She has also been abassist and<br />
backup vocalist in the awardwinning<br />
school rock band Goodbye Thursday.<br />
Toiletrydonationawelcome gift<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> County Lions have given arange of<br />
toiletry items to Birthright <strong>Ashburton</strong>.<br />
Birthrightfield worker Christine Muff was<br />
most grateful, especially as referrals to the<br />
organisation had increased.<br />
‘‘We are very busy this year with referrals,’’ she<br />
said. It was likely aresult of the higher costs of<br />
living.<br />
Birthright, first established in 1963, helps ease<br />
the needs of afamilies with just one parent or<br />
caregiver and offer arange of services<br />
nationwide.<br />
In <strong>Ashburton</strong> those services included acoffee<br />
group, activities after school and in the holidays,<br />
gifts at birthdays and Christmas, referrals to<br />
specialist agencies, some financial assistance<br />
with school requirements, and access to<br />
resources and information.<br />
Each family could be supported for uptothree<br />
years.<br />
Lions member Faith McLay said the items,<br />
which included shampoos, soaps, moisturisers<br />
and feminine hygiene products, were collected<br />
from members for the clubs annual World Service<br />
Day.<br />
It is when Lions clubs internationally celebrate their<br />
work providing service to those in need.<br />
She said the club, with morethan 50 members, chose<br />
GRATEFUL: Christine Muff of Birthright (left) with Faith McLay of<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> County Lions and some of the toiletries from Lions members.<br />
PHOTO TONI WILLIAMS<br />
Birthright as the charity it wanted to support.<br />
Throughout the year club members help people and<br />
organisationsinthe community.<br />
Its next project is Toot for Tucker on Monday.<br />
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Individual<br />
letterboxes<br />
may go<br />
New Zealand Post could eventually<br />
stop delivering mail to individual<br />
letterboxes and instead require<br />
clusters of boxes under proposed<br />
changes, and the Postal Workers<br />
Union is not happy.<br />
The government was consulting on<br />
changing the deed of understanding<br />
it has with NZ Post. Among the<br />
changes were reducing the minimum<br />
delivery frequency, and allowing NZ<br />
Post to deliver to cluster or<br />
community boxes for new addresses.<br />
Postal Worker'sUnion president<br />
John Maynard told Morning Report<br />
the suggestion to stop delivering to<br />
individual home letterboxes was<br />
‘‘sort of hidden away in the<br />
document’’.<br />
‘‘That impacts every single person,<br />
eventually, about New Zealand Post<br />
saying they'drather deliver to<br />
clusters or counters, or letterbox<br />
nests, but not to your household.’’<br />
Maynard said the proposal was to<br />
gradually stop delivering to existing<br />
letterboxes and it was important for<br />
people to be able to have their say, he<br />
said.<br />
Ministry for Ministry of Business,<br />
Innovation and Employment (MBIE)<br />
said currently no more than three<br />
percent of delivery points can be<br />
counter services or community<br />
mailboxes. The proposed changes<br />
would allowing NZ Post to switch five<br />
percent of its preexisting delivery<br />
points to communal delivery points<br />
per year.<br />
Spokesperson James Hartley said<br />
there was no proposal requiring all<br />
householders to have their<br />
letterboxes in clusters or receiving<br />
their mail at counters, community<br />
mail boxes or communal ‘‘delivery<br />
points’’.<br />
‘‘Government wants to know what<br />
people think about the proposed<br />
changes and how it could impact<br />
them if introduced,’’ Hartley said. He<br />
urged people to send feedback by<br />
December 10.<br />
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WAY OF THE FUTURE: Acluster of<br />
letter boxes at Hakatere.<br />
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Colourful celebration attractsmany<br />
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Membersofthe <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Indian Religious Society Inc<br />
held their first Diwali <br />
Festival of Lights on Friday.<br />
Held at the Sinclair Centre,<br />
the free event attracted about<br />
280 people.<br />
They enjoyed food and<br />
entertainment, including<br />
from Indian music and<br />
dancing groups from<br />
Christchurch and <strong>Ashburton</strong>.<br />
Treasurer Ravind Kumar<br />
said Diwali was the most<br />
important festival on the<br />
Hindu calendar.<br />
‘‘We would like to thank<br />
everyone for making this first<br />
ever event asuccessful one,’’<br />
Kumar said.<br />
It was so successful<br />
members had decided they<br />
would hold it again next year.<br />
Diwali was ‘‘a time to<br />
celebrate the victory of the<br />
light over darkness,<br />
knowledge over ignorance<br />
and good over evil’’.<br />
‘‘A beautiful opportunity to<br />
get together with friends,<br />
family and rejoice in the light<br />
of one another's company<br />
while preparing for afruitful<br />
year ahead,’’ Kumar said.<br />
The festival goes for five<br />
days in October or <strong>November</strong><br />
each year. Families<br />
undertake charitable giving,<br />
selfless service, deep<br />
cleaning and decorating<br />
homes, performing religious<br />
ceremonies and lighting up<br />
lights.<br />
HAPPY DIWALI: Dressed for the occasion are (from left) Shivanjay<br />
and Jahrome Lal, Jaya, Ronak Kumar and Samara Hussain. Above<br />
right Performers at the festival of lights event included <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
residents (from left) Sangeeta Devi, Karishma Lal, with Jaya, Uma<br />
Lata and Ashika Devi. Right <strong>Ashburton</strong> Indian Religious Society<br />
Inc members were among about 280 people at the event on<br />
Friday.<br />
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❛Diwali atime to celebrate the victory of the light<br />
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good over evil. ❜<br />
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King’s Colours presented<br />
Withmilitary precision and<br />
ceremonial pomp, the retiring of<br />
the Queen’s and regimental<br />
colours was conducted. In the<br />
absence of King Charles III, Her<br />
Excellency Governor General of<br />
New ZealandDame Cindy Kiro<br />
presented the new King’s Colours<br />
to soldiers at Burnham Military<br />
Camp recently. Reporter Dellwyn<br />
Moylan was there.<br />
Members of the 2nd/1st RoyalNew<br />
Zealand Infantry Regiment (2/1 RNZIR)<br />
based at Burnham Military Camp<br />
farewelled retiring colours (ceremonial<br />
flags) and welcomed new ones.<br />
The ceremonial parade of 250 officers<br />
and soldiers was aspecial chapter in the<br />
historyof2/1 RNZIR.<br />
.<br />
SPECIAL CHAPTER: Soldiers lay colours on the field altar drum pile.Inset the new<br />
Regimental Colours.<br />
They were the first colours to be<br />
presented to the New Zealand Defence<br />
Force (NZDF) during the reign of King<br />
Charles III. The last time the sovereign’s<br />
colours or regimental colours were<br />
presented was in 1997.<br />
As the notes of Auld Lang Syne echoed<br />
solemnly over agathered crowd, the<br />
colours were marched throughthe ranks<br />
of those who had served under them.<br />
With reverence, the New Zealand Army<br />
Band Drum Corps constructed amake<br />
shift field altar. The altar is made by<br />
building adrum pile. The pile for the<br />
consecration ceremony of the flags was<br />
draped in the 2nd/1st Battalions korowai<br />
andontop was laid asacred stone. The<br />
regimental and King’s flags were laid on<br />
top. The chaplains blessed and<br />
consecrated the flags turning them into<br />
colours.<br />
Three skilled embroiderers in the<br />
United Kingdom spent over 900 hours<br />
creating the colours. They were<br />
completely handstitched on 3m of silk<br />
cloth, with 75 grams of gold thread and<br />
150g of silk thread used to make them.<br />
The 2/1 RNZIR commanding officer<br />
Lieutenant Colonel Sam Smith said it was<br />
an honour for the battalion, the army and<br />
New Zealand. The new regimental colour<br />
had been emblazoned with eight new<br />
battle honours in recognition of former<br />
New Zealand infantry battalions that had<br />
not previously been recognised.<br />
‘‘Today we are getting battle honours<br />
from the New Zealand Maori Contingent,<br />
the New Zealand Maori (Pioneer)<br />
Battalion, 28 (Maori) Battalion and 27<br />
(Machine Gun) Battalion,’’ he said.<br />
Due to their health, the last known<br />
survivors of the 28th Maori Battalion Sir<br />
Robert Gillies and 27th Machine Gun<br />
Battalion Doug Reid weren’t present to<br />
see the new regimental colours. Sir Robert<br />
Gillies passed away last Thursday.<br />
For many present there was along and<br />
proud tradition of generations serving.<br />
When those on parade were asked to raise<br />
their hand if they had family who had<br />
served, the vast majority raised their<br />
hands.<br />
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up in All Saints Church at Burnham.<br />
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mana into the new colours.<br />
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<strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
‘TheGreat’booksale returns<br />
TONI.WILLIAMS<br />
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
More than 200 titles of old and new<br />
publications will go on sale when the<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Museum and Historical<br />
Society runs The Great Local History<br />
Book Sale.<br />
It will be set up in apopup shop on<br />
East St (next to Spark), from <strong>November</strong><br />
18 to 22, 10am to 4pm.<br />
Society member Liz Quaid said the<br />
books featured the histories of Mid<br />
Canterbury schools, families, churches<br />
and more.<br />
‘‘We have over 200 titles. Anumber<br />
have only one copy such as school or<br />
church histories but they cover<br />
business, churches, family history,<br />
general, local history, New Zealand<br />
history, schools and sport,’’ Quaid said.<br />
‘‘Included (from) the schools is a<br />
number of editions of <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
College magazines and The<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>ian.’’<br />
Members held asimilarcash only<br />
sale last year, while this year they<br />
were working on getting an eftpos<br />
machine.<br />
Quaid said there would be araffle on<br />
site during the week, as wellas<br />
information on group membership.<br />
‘‘We have on sale recent reprints<br />
(paid for by the society) of <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
on the Move, and Power to the Land,<br />
both by Michael Hanrahan, and Early<br />
Days in <strong>Ashburton</strong> County by Alex<br />
HISTORY: Michael Hanrahan with his book <strong>Ashburton</strong> on the Move. It is one of the<br />
titles which will be on sale next week.<br />
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Hewson, plus lots lots more,’’ Quaid<br />
said.<br />
The books would make ‘‘great<br />
Christmas presents’’.<br />
Anyone wanting to know whether a<br />
title is available, was advised to email<br />
historyashburton@gmail.com prior to<br />
the sale.<br />
Penalties for schools, education<br />
As term 4iswell under way and the end<br />
of the school year looms,it’s time to<br />
rally around our children and advocate<br />
for the vital resources they need. This<br />
year we have seen National cut school<br />
building upgrades and maintenance,<br />
school lunches, and school bus routes.<br />
These cuts are now hitting home for<br />
those living rurally.<br />
Earlier this year the government<br />
made the shockingdecision to slash $2<br />
billion from school upgrades. This<br />
decision led to the cancellation or<br />
alteration of essential school building<br />
plans nationwide, affecting schools in<br />
virtually every electorate. The<br />
consequences are overcrowded<br />
classrooms, damp and mouldy<br />
facilities, and children learning in<br />
makeshift spaces like gyms and<br />
hallways. Included in the hundreds of<br />
schools that we know are affected<br />
nationwide, are Allenton School and<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> College. Their building<br />
projects havebeen cancelled, while<br />
redevelopment at Arowhenua Māori<br />
School is proceeding with changes.<br />
The issue doesn’tend there. We’ve<br />
also learned the government has<br />
further reduced school lunches, going<br />
back onits promise to maintain the full<br />
school lunch programme in primary<br />
schools. In May, the government<br />
announced adownsized lunch,<br />
budgeting just $3 per head for<br />
intermediate and secondary school<br />
students, and thosecuts now extend to<br />
our youngest learners in years 06.<br />
In our region, schools affected<br />
include <strong>Ashburton</strong> Netherby School,<br />
Arowhenua Māori School, Hampstead<br />
School, Opihi College, Chertsey School,<br />
TimaruSouth School, GrantleaDowns,<br />
Oceanview Heights, Temuka Primary,<br />
and MountainviewHigh. I’m concerned<br />
with these cuts and high food prices,<br />
schools will either struggle to find<br />
suppliers for the school lunches or be<br />
forced to compromise on nutrition.<br />
Additionally, many rural schools are<br />
facinguncertainty as the government<br />
reviews bus routes, with cancellations<br />
and changesleaving families<br />
scrambling for alternatives. We've seen<br />
communitiesinGreymouth and<br />
Hawke's Bay hit with rural bus<br />
cancellations,and we're now starting to<br />
see the same happen here. Mount Hutt<br />
College is facing a1617 per cent<br />
reduction in rural bus route funding in<br />
2025. The school is urgingthe<br />
community to standtogether and make<br />
asubmission to the government to stop<br />
this change.<br />
The alternative is our children pay<br />
the price for thesecuts,and we simply<br />
cannot acceptthat. The government is<br />
creating additional barriers to access,<br />
engagement, and attendance in<br />
education, and we need more local<br />
stories to highlight the urgency of this<br />
issue. If you are affected by the<br />
government’s cuts to education funding,<br />
then please write to me at Joanne.<br />
Luxton@parliament.govt.nz and share<br />
your story about what’shappening at<br />
the school in your community.<br />
Jo Luxton<br />
List MP, based in the Rangitata<br />
electorate<br />
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Aproposed new development on the<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> town boundary will enable at<br />
least 12 new residential lots.<br />
Pajanti Ltd has applied to the district<br />
council to rezone about 1ha, at 259<br />
Alford Forest Rd (State Highway 77),<br />
from Residential D(low density) to<br />
Residential C(medium density).<br />
The district council is calling for<br />
further submissions for the rezoning<br />
application, named Private Plan Change<br />
6, due by <strong>November</strong> 21.<br />
In the written plan change<br />
application, consultant David Harford<br />
said the site, on the fringe of the town<br />
boundary, was suitable for rezoning as it<br />
could be connected to reticulated<br />
services, and would boost the town’s<br />
housing supply.<br />
The allotment size would range from<br />
about 590 metres square to more than<br />
790 metres square.<br />
The site currently includes<br />
predominantly pasture with adriveway<br />
running along its southern boundary,<br />
with aresidential unit and accessory<br />
buildings at its rear.<br />
It is opposite the established<br />
residential area of Farm Rd/Harrison St<br />
and Alford Forest Rd, while bordering<br />
small farming operations to its west.<br />
‘‘This proposed plan change aligns<br />
with use of land opposite this site which<br />
is existing Residential Czoned land,’’<br />
Harford said.<br />
The plan change received two<br />
submissions by the submission closing<br />
date of October 18.<br />
They were from NZ TransportAgency<br />
Waka Kotahi and Environment<br />
Canterbury.<br />
NZTA said it was neutral towards the<br />
proposed plan change, and was happy a<br />
proposed road in the subdivision would<br />
be set back from the Farm Rd/SH77<br />
intersection.<br />
ECan neither supported nor opposed<br />
the proposal, believing it was generally<br />
consistent with the Canterbury Regional<br />
Policy Statement.<br />
Further submissions must be limited<br />
to matters either in support or in<br />
opposition to the submissions.<br />
MEDIUM DENSITY: Developers are<br />
wanting to rezone a1ha block to<br />
enable residential development.<br />
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Year 11-13 prize list<br />
Service, Leadership and<br />
Representation Awards<br />
Charlotte Chilton -Primary<br />
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Watson -Student Executive.<br />
Matilda Bell -Student Executive.<br />
Jan Steenkamp -Student<br />
Executive. John Stanway -Student<br />
Executive. Fletcher Nicol -Student<br />
Executive. Josh Holland -Student<br />
Executive. Wian Joubert -Student<br />
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Academic Awards<br />
Matilda Bell -Academic progress<br />
on track to achieve NCEA Level 1.<br />
Charlotte Chilton -Academic<br />
progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
Level 1; Consistent Application and<br />
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Mia Cosingan -Academic<br />
progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
Level 1; Consistent Application and<br />
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Physical Education.<br />
Gabriel de Oliveira Soares -<br />
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progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
Level 1; Consistent Application and<br />
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Fran Escudero -Academic<br />
progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
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Joseph Fanta -High<br />
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LJ Kennedy -Consistent<br />
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Isope Maile -Academic progress<br />
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Kean Pombo -Consistent<br />
Application and Effort; High<br />
Achievement in Art.<br />
Una Senibulu -Academic<br />
progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
Level 1; Consistent Application and<br />
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Physical Education &Science.<br />
Luan Vieira Paiva -Academic<br />
progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
Level 1; Consistent Application and<br />
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Wessel Blignault -Academic<br />
progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
Level 2; Consistent Application and<br />
Effort;Technology, Pathways.<br />
William Brown -Academic<br />
progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
Level 2; High Achievement in<br />
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Joshua Holland -Completion of<br />
NCEA Level 2; Consistent<br />
Application and Effort;High<br />
Achievement in History.<br />
Wian Joubert -Completion of<br />
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Gideon Kuipers -Completion of<br />
NCEA Level 2.<br />
Fletcher Nicol -Completion of<br />
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on track to achieve NCEA Level 2;<br />
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Shafia Barrett -Academic<br />
progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
Level 2; High Achievement in<br />
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Eithan Bautista -Academic<br />
progress on track to achieve NCEA<br />
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Special Awards<br />
Jan Steenkamp -Exemplary<br />
Service Award.<br />
John Stanway- Exemplary<br />
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Isope Maile -3rd in Overall<br />
Academic Achievement.<br />
Isaac Tsui –2nd in Overall<br />
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AidanWang –1st in Overall<br />
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Joshua Holland -Norma Tait<br />
trophy for Faithful Use of Gifts and<br />
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Trophy for Grit and Determination.<br />
ASHBURTON COLLEGE YEAR 12 PRIZEGIVING <strong>2024</strong><br />
General Awards<br />
Jorja Abernethy Level 2<br />
ExcellenceAward, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Sophia Aguila Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
James Andrew Level 2Merit<br />
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April Bishop Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Estella Blacktopp Level 2<br />
Merit Award.<br />
Ella Bradley Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Ben Ciron Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoringstudents<br />
in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Caitlin Collie Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoringstudents<br />
in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Casey Cousins Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoringstudents<br />
in reading,AshColl Way Award.<br />
Faith Davies Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoringstudents<br />
in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Taylor Doyle Level 2Merit<br />
Award, Ashcoll Way Award.<br />
Thomas Easton Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoringstudents<br />
in reading.<br />
Joshua Eketone Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoringstudents<br />
in reading.<br />
Lilly GeorgeTarawa <br />
ExcellenceinPsychology<br />
Online, Level 2Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Elizabeth Gillespie Level2<br />
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Ruby Graham Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoring students<br />
in reading,Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Tom Harrison Level 2Merit<br />
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Ryan Heal Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Charlie Howden Level 2<br />
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Bridget Hyde Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Keira Jenkins Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Ben Jurd Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Tamara McGrath Level 2<br />
Year 12 student Sarah<br />
Brandsma, with guest speaker<br />
Gemma Wragg. Sarah received<br />
the Top Student in General<br />
Science, Citizenship Award for<br />
mentoring students in reading,<br />
Leave 2Merit Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award. PHOTOS ASHBURTON COLLEGE<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Quintin McHaffie Level 2<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Jake Parsons Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoring students<br />
in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Kelly Paterson Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoring students<br />
in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Olly PrinceCitizenship<br />
Awardfor mentoring students<br />
in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Mikaella Rigor Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoring students<br />
in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Lucy Smith Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Hamish Stocker Level 2<br />
Merit Award.<br />
Lachlan Storey Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoring students<br />
in reading, AshColl Way Award.<br />
MikaereTamakaha <br />
Citizenship Awardfor<br />
mentoring students in reading,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Ysabella Tawatao <br />
Citizenship Award for<br />
mentoring students in reading,<br />
Level 2Merit Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Jolene Thomas Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoring students<br />
in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Marnell Vaaelua <br />
Citizenship Award for<br />
mentoring students in reading.<br />
Briahna Watters Level 2<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Ruby Williams Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Torry WilsonBrown Level 2<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Sam Zhen Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoring students<br />
in reading, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Academic and Special<br />
Awards<br />
Rosara Ackroyd Top<br />
Student in Materials<br />
Technology Fabrics,Level 2<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
MarygelArada Top Student<br />
in Hospitality, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Renz Baleroso Contribution<br />
and Dedication to Badminton<br />
(Sue Johnstone Sportsmanship<br />
Trophy).<br />
Charlotte Bell Top Student<br />
in Child Development, Level 2<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Sarah Brandsma Top<br />
Student in GeneralScience<br />
(Alan WestCup), Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoring students<br />
in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Taryn Clark Top Student in<br />
Biology (<strong>Ashburton</strong> District<br />
Council Prize), Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Rebekah Clarke Top<br />
Student in Classics, Top<br />
Student in Law (Argyle Welsh<br />
Finnigan Prize), Service and<br />
Contribution to Technical<br />
Support in the College<br />
Auditorium (Achten Trophy),<br />
Level 2Merit Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Sophia Clifford The<br />
Smallbore Rifle Shooting Team<br />
as the Team that brings the<br />
most credit to <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
College (Bevan Bain Trophy),<br />
Year 12 student Harrison Doak,<br />
with guest speaker Gemma<br />
Wragg. He received the<br />
Registered Music Teachers<br />
Award for the Most Dedicated<br />
Instrumental Student in the<br />
Senior School joint award.<br />
Level 2Merit Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Kingston Culshaw Top<br />
Student in Te Ao Haka joint<br />
award.<br />
Isaiah Cuthers Maui Award<br />
for Spirit of Tikanga Māori.<br />
Zoe Dalton Top Student in<br />
Art Creative Design, Level 2<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Bella Dawson Top Student<br />
in English (Mary Bovett Prize<br />
and Murrow Cup), Top Student<br />
in German (German Embassy<br />
Prize) joint award, Top<br />
Student in General<br />
Mathematics (<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
District Council Prize), Top<br />
Student in Law and Society,<br />
Top Student in History (Brian<br />
Edmondston Cup) joint award,<br />
Citizenship Award for<br />
mentoring students in reading,<br />
Level 2Excellence Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Gabriel Dayrit Top Student<br />
in Digital Information<br />
Practical, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Harrison Doak Registered<br />
Music Teachers Award for the<br />
MostDedicated Instrumental<br />
Student in the Senior School <br />
joint award.<br />
Connor Duffell Harmony<br />
Masonic Lodge Trophy and<br />
Scholarship for the Top<br />
Student in the Trades<br />
Transition Course, Level 2<br />
Excellence Award, Ashcoll Way<br />
Award.<br />
Mya GeorgeTarawa Top<br />
Student in Health, Top Student<br />
in Business Studies joint<br />
award, Excellence in Level 2<br />
Psychology Online, Top Year<br />
12 Māori Student (Rarakiroa<br />
Award and Taonga),Level 2<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Jenna Halkett Top Student<br />
in Foundation Studies, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Isla Hart Top Student in<br />
Agricultural Science (Five Star<br />
Beef Prize and BNZ Cup), Level<br />
2Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Rongomai Heke Top<br />
Student in Tikanga Māori, Top<br />
Student in Te Ao Haka joint<br />
award, Level 2Merit Award.<br />
Emma Hill Mid Canterbury<br />
Choir Scholarship for<br />
Dedication and Contribution to<br />
Choral Music.<br />
Ashleigh Houston Receiving<br />
the most Mihi Pai Awards in<br />
Year 12 (Mihi Pai Trophy and<br />
Prize), AshColl Way Award.<br />
Harriet Hill Top Student in<br />
Dance, Top Student in Outdoor<br />
Education joint award, Level 2<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Lachie Jones Top student in<br />
the Year 12 Agriculture<br />
Horticulture Academy<br />
(Primary Industry Training<br />
Organisation Cup), Top Student<br />
in Materials Technology <br />
Building joint award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Sam KennerleyDrye Top<br />
Student in Automotive Skills,<br />
Grow Mid Canterbury Trophy<br />
for most consistent level of<br />
application in the Trades<br />
Transition Course, Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoring students<br />
in reading.<br />
Josh King <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Technical High School Old<br />
Pupils Trade Scholarship,<br />
Level 2Merit Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
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Academic Improvement in NCEA<br />
Level 2, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Yasmin Larry -Contribution and<br />
Sportsmanship in Girls Basketball<br />
(Faith Trophy), AshColl Way Award.<br />
Meg Lill -Dedication Loyalty and<br />
Contribution to Netball (Wilson<br />
Cup), Level 2Merit Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Empress Lumatac -Citizenship<br />
Award for mentoringstudents in<br />
reading, Level 2Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Mitchell Lye -Top Studentin<br />
PhysicalEducation, The Top Allround<br />
Male Sportsperson<br />
(CochraneCup), Citizenship Award<br />
for mentoringstudents in reading,<br />
Level 2Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Penny Marriott -Top Studentin<br />
Outdoor Education -joint award,<br />
Citizenship Award for mentoring<br />
students in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award. Gloria<br />
Masih -Top Student in Designand<br />
VisualCommunication -joint award,<br />
Citizenship Award for mentoring<br />
students in reading, Level 2Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Daniel McBain -Top Student in<br />
Materials Technology -Metal,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
ReneeMcClimont -Top Student<br />
in Geography (R BChing Prize and<br />
Trophy), Level 2Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Anna McFall -Top Student in<br />
Tourism, Citizenship Award for<br />
mentoringstudents in reading,<br />
Level 2Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Phoebe McKenzie -Girls Open<br />
Grade Swimming Champion<br />
(<strong>Ashburton</strong> High School Cup), The<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> College Smallbore Rifle<br />
Shooting Team as the team that<br />
brings the most credit to <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
College (Bevan Bain Trophy),<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Emily Meadows -Top student in<br />
Te Reo Māori, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Ali Mirzada -Top Student in English<br />
Language Studies, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Maddie Page -Top Student in<br />
Drama (Jenny Smith Trophy),<br />
Contribution to Instrumental Music<br />
in the Senior School (The<br />
Instrumental Music Cup and KBB<br />
Music Prize), Level 2Merit Award.<br />
Sargam Pakhrin -Top Student in<br />
English as an Additional Language<br />
(<strong>Ashburton</strong> District Council Prize),<br />
Citizenship Award for mentoring<br />
students in reading. Taniela Palavi -<br />
The Rugbyplayer displaying the<br />
most Dedication, Loyalty and<br />
Year 12 student Josh King, with<br />
guest speaker Gemma Wragg,<br />
received the <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Technical High School Old<br />
Pupils Trade Scholarship.<br />
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Contribution to the team (1st XV<br />
Trophy), Level 2Merit Award.<br />
Luke Rhodes -Top Student in<br />
Music Performance, Paisley Trophy<br />
for Contribution to Year 12 Music,<br />
Kirsty Trophy for Cheerful<br />
Participation in Drama, The<br />
Smallbore Rifle Shooting Team as<br />
the team that brings the most credit<br />
to <strong>Ashburton</strong> College (Bevan Bain<br />
Trophy), AshColl Way Award.<br />
Liyana Rodriguez -Top Student<br />
in Chemistry (<strong>Ashburton</strong> District<br />
Council Prize and Greg Jones Cup),<br />
Top Student in Economics, Life<br />
Pharmacy <strong>Ashburton</strong> Prize for the<br />
top overall student enrolled in three<br />
Sciences, Level 2Excellence<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Georgia Shanks -Top Student in<br />
Digital Information Technology<br />
(Heartland Technology Prize), Level<br />
2Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Liam Stewart -Top Student in<br />
Mathematics for Life, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Poe-Joseph Taumaoe -Top<br />
Student in Sport and Exercise<br />
Performance, Top Student in Pacific<br />
Studies, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Felibeth Teano -Top Student in<br />
Art -Photography, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Makeleta Ula -Top Student in<br />
Music, Level 2Merit Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Katelyn Wilson -Top Student in<br />
Materials Technology -Building -<br />
joint award, The Smallbore Rifle<br />
Shooting Team as the team that<br />
brings the most credit to <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
College (Bevan Bain Trophy), Level<br />
2Merit Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Lucas Wong -Top Student in<br />
Design and Visual Communication -<br />
joint award, Top Student in Level 3<br />
Computer Science, Top Senior<br />
Student in Digital Technology<br />
(Norma Tait Cup), Level 2<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Amalia Worsfold -Top Student in<br />
German (German Embassy Prize) -<br />
joint award, Top Student in Art -<br />
Painting (<strong>Ashburton</strong> District Council<br />
Prize), Level 2Excellence Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Lily Zhen -Top Student in Physics<br />
(<strong>Ashburton</strong> District Council Prize<br />
and Seagar Cup), Top Student in<br />
Mathematics (<strong>Ashburton</strong> District<br />
Council Prize and Buckland Cup),<br />
Top Student in Japanese (Ton's<br />
Thai Award), Top Student in<br />
Accounting, Top Student in<br />
Business Studies -joint award,<br />
Citizenship Award for mentoring<br />
students in reading, Level 2<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Colours Awards<br />
Phoebe McKenzie -Smallbore<br />
Rifle Shooting. Katelyn Wilson -<br />
Smallbore Rifle Shooting. Harriet<br />
Hill -Waterskiing<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> College Bill Corbett<br />
Agricultural Scholarship and<br />
Trophy<br />
Lachie Jones.<br />
The Top Student in Year 12<br />
DPI Academic Achievement<br />
Award and ANZ Bank Trophy<br />
Lily Zhen.<br />
ASHBURTON COLLEGE YEAR 11 PRIZEGIVING <strong>2024</strong><br />
General Awards<br />
Leon Aiken-Wheeler -Level 1Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Maria Apoldo -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Caleb Armstrong -Level 1Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Jemma Bancroft -Level 1<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Alex Carr -Level 1Merit Award.<br />
Maddison Davidson -Level 1<br />
Excellence, Award AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Alecia Doller -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Sarah Dunne -Level 1Merit Award.<br />
Al Dyer -Level 1MeritAward,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Ben Edkins -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Lana Els -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Kezi Harris -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Molly Harrison -Level 1Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Merekara Hawe -Level 1Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Niamh Hawe -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Libby Jackson -Level 1Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Summer Jackson -Level 1Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Lulu Kilworth -Level 1Excellence<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Liam Lawn -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl WayAward.<br />
Ruby Patterson -Level 1Merit<br />
Award.<br />
Kate Rickard -Level 1Excellence<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Eleanor Ross -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Leanè Senekal -Level 1Excellence<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Nevaeh Taraunu -Level 1Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Ally Thomas -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Sylvie Thompson-Hart -Level 1<br />
Merit Award.<br />
Ella Thompson-Murison -Level 1<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Theo Vannini -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Kayden Walker -Level 1Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Bella Wilson -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Katelyn Woodham -Level 1Merit<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Mitz Zamora -Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Academic and Special Awards<br />
Temperance Adamson -Top<br />
Student in Hospitality, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Rhianna Ancheta -Top Student in<br />
Year 11 student Isabel Wang, with guest speaker, Gemma Wragg,<br />
was Top Scholar in Year 11 and awarded the <strong>Ashburton</strong> High<br />
School Centennial Trust Top Scholar Award, as well as Top Scholar<br />
in English (<strong>Ashburton</strong> District Council Prize and Stapleton Cup),<br />
Top Student in Music, Top Student in Visual Art, Top Student in<br />
Drama joint award, Level 1Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
PHOTOS ASHBURTON COLLEGE<br />
English as an Additional Language<br />
(<strong>Ashburton</strong> District Council Prize), Top<br />
Student in English Language Studies,<br />
Level 1Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Case Aubrey -Top Student in<br />
Materials Technology –Wood (Lynns<br />
Trophy).<br />
Lucy Boldy -Top Student in History<br />
(Judith Prosser Cup) -joint award,<br />
Top Student in Design and Visual<br />
Communication (Herbert Watts Cup),<br />
Level 1Excellence Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Isabella Burns -Top Student in<br />
German (German Embassy Prize).<br />
Joshua Cannan -<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Hockey Association Trophy for the<br />
player displaying the most Dedication,<br />
Loyalty and Contribution to the Boys<br />
Hockey Team, Level 1Excellence<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Kalym Chalmers -Cliff Bradley<br />
Memorial Cup for Senior Boys 1500m<br />
Champion, Boys Under 16 Athletics<br />
Champion (<strong>Ashburton</strong> High School<br />
Cup).<br />
Caitlyn Clark -Top Student in Food<br />
and Nutrition (Mark and Shane<br />
Prendergast Memorial Prize and Mid<br />
Canterbury Federation of Women’s<br />
Institute Prize) -joint award, Level 1<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Sophia Corpuz -Top Student in<br />
Japanese (Ton’s Thai Award), Level 1<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Ashton Cromie -Boys Tennis<br />
Champion (Boys Tennis Trophy).<br />
Ian Eason -Top Student in Outdoor<br />
Education.<br />
Liam Elliott -Noel Hoskin Memorial<br />
Cup for Cricket, Level 1Merit Award.<br />
Tom Ellis -Top Student in Materials<br />
Technology -Metal (D RGordon<br />
Cup).<br />
Gabriel Fifita -Top Student in<br />
Pacific Studies.<br />
Nicholas Fine -Top Student in<br />
Digital Information Technology<br />
(Rosalie Begg Memorial Award, and<br />
Heartland Technology Prize, and<br />
Year 11 student Amelia Mitchell, with guest speaker Gemma<br />
Wragg, received the Mihi Pai Trophy and Prize, Top student<br />
Geography and Physical Education (joint award), Level 1<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Alison MacGregor Cup), Level 1<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Chloe Foster -Top Scholar in<br />
Mathematics (<strong>Ashburton</strong> District<br />
Council Prize and Year 11<br />
Mathematics Cup), Level 1<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Chloe Graham -<strong>Ashburton</strong> College<br />
Cup for Dedication and Contribution to<br />
Girls Cricket, Level 1Excellence<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Toby Grant -Boys Grade 5<br />
Swimming Champion (<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
High School Cup).<br />
Jack Hooper -Ron Clayton<br />
Challenge Cup for Cycling.<br />
Hiro Koizumi -College Chess<br />
Champion (Whitelaw Memorial Rook).<br />
Rishaan Kumar -Primary Industries<br />
Academy Cup for Top Student in the<br />
Primary Industries Academy.<br />
Macy Lewis-West -Top Student in<br />
Agricultural Science (Five Star Beef<br />
Prize and Young Farmers Trophy),<br />
Level 1Excellence Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Emma Lowry -Commitment to<br />
Fairplay (Firestone Fairplay Trophy),<br />
Level 1Merit Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Ebony Manuel-Hayes -Top<br />
Student in Tikanga Māori, Top<br />
Student in Te Ao Haka -joint award.<br />
Olivia McFarlane -Top Student in<br />
Commerce (Brophy Knight Prize),<br />
Duncan Norrie Farrier Trophy for<br />
Equestrian, Level 1Merit Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Amelia Mitchell -Top Student in<br />
Geography, Top Student in Physical<br />
Education -joint award, Receiving the<br />
most Mihi Pai Awards in Year 11 (Mihi<br />
Pai Trophy and Prize), Level 1<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Samantha Nieman -Squash (Girls<br />
Squash Champion Trophy), AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Lucy Pearce -Top Student in<br />
Physical Education -joint award, Top<br />
Student in Materials Technology -<br />
Fabrics, Girls Under 16 Athletics<br />
Champion (<strong>Ashburton</strong> High School<br />
Cup), Level 1Excellence Award,<br />
AshColl Way Award.<br />
Riki Philpott -Top Student in Sport<br />
and Exercise Performance.<br />
Aryan Saluja -Top Scholar in<br />
Science (Gordon Binsted Cup and<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> District Council Prize),<br />
Level 1Merit Award), AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Jack Strawbridge -Anderson<br />
Family Cup for Dedication and<br />
Contribution in anon-playing role for<br />
Basketball.<br />
Zac Stephens -Top Student in<br />
Food and Nutrition (Mark and Shane<br />
Prendergast Memorial Prize and Mid<br />
Canterbury Federation of Women’s<br />
Institute Prize) -joint award, Level 1<br />
Merit Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Maddie Tew -Top Student in<br />
Health, Level 1Merit Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Maddy Thomson -Most Improved<br />
Back (Girls Rugby Trophy).<br />
Amelia Tod -Top Student in<br />
Foundation Studies, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Darrell-Jay Tupaea -Top Student in<br />
Te Ao Haka -joint award.<br />
Erika Vargas -Top Student in<br />
Materials Technology -Product<br />
Design, Level 1Merit Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Isabel Wang -Top Scholar in<br />
English (<strong>Ashburton</strong> District Council<br />
Prize and Stapleton Cup), Top<br />
Student in Music, Top Student in<br />
Visual Art, Top Student in Drama -<br />
joint award, Level 1Excellence<br />
Award, AshColl Way Award.<br />
Layla Ward -Top Student in Dance,<br />
Level 1Excellence Award, AshColl<br />
Way Award.<br />
Elliot Watson -Girls Grade 5<br />
Swimming Champion (Herbert Smith<br />
Trust Cup), AshColl Way Award.<br />
Liam Wilson -Boys Under 15<br />
Athletics Champion (<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
College Cup.<br />
Nate Woods -Top Student in<br />
History (Judith Prosser Cup) -joint<br />
award, Top Student in Te Reo Māori,<br />
Top Student in Drama -joint award,<br />
Most Elite Male Sportsperson in the<br />
College -Senior Boys Sports Cup,<br />
Top Year 11 Māori Student (Rakiroa<br />
Trophy), The Smallbore Rifle<br />
Shooting Team as the team that<br />
brings the most credit to <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
College (Bevan Bain Trophy), Level 1<br />
Excellence Award, AshColl Way<br />
Award.<br />
Colours Awards<br />
Isabel Wang -Drama.<br />
Nate Woods -Smallbore Rifle<br />
Shooting.<br />
Top Scholar in Year 11<br />
ASHBURTON HIGH SCHOOL<br />
CENTENNIAL TRUST TOP<br />
SCHOLAR AWARD Isabel Wang.<br />
Citizenship<br />
THISTLE MASONIC LODGE<br />
PRIZE Nate Woods.
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NEWS<br />
<strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
www.ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
Horserider petition nets 9000 signatures<br />
BY LOIS WILLIAMS<br />
Local democracy reporter<br />
Anationwide campaign to have<br />
horseriders officially<br />
recognised as vulnerableroad<br />
users has been offered<br />
supported by the West Coast’s<br />
Regional Transport committee.<br />
The committee heard a<br />
presentation this month from<br />
equestrian safety advocate Julia<br />
McLean,who recently took a<br />
petition to Parliament on behalf<br />
of riding associations across the<br />
country.<br />
The petition, as reported in<br />
The <strong>Ashburton</strong> <strong>Courier</strong> in<br />
September, was signed by close<br />
to 9000 people, and asked the<br />
government to recognise the<br />
vulnerability of horse riders in<br />
transport legislation.<br />
“Currently wesit in the ‘other<br />
road user’ category and that<br />
gives no benefits whatsoever and<br />
most critically we are not<br />
included in education or road<br />
safetymessaging,” McLean said.<br />
Horseriders were continually<br />
dealing with reckless and<br />
dangerous behaviour by<br />
motorists, she told the<br />
committee.<br />
“We get reports from ourrider<br />
groups of horses being killed:<br />
there was one in Reefton, and<br />
another in Ruatoki; just two<br />
weeks ago ahorse was hit and<br />
killed by atruck and the rider<br />
was taken to hospital.’’<br />
Riders were also put at risk by<br />
aggressivedrivers tooting their<br />
horns, winding down their<br />
windows and shouting, and<br />
passing at speed and too closely,<br />
she told the committee.<br />
But unlike accidentsinvolving<br />
pedestrians, cyclists and other<br />
vulnerable road users, such<br />
incidents involving horses were<br />
not captured in the statistics.<br />
When she had asked NZTA for<br />
data, said said all it could tell<br />
her was that it had issued 13<br />
infringementsin13 years, for<br />
failing to take care around a<br />
ridden animal or stock.<br />
“When someone comes so<br />
close they touch your stirrup, or<br />
they hoot their horn as they go<br />
past ... it’s the abuse it’s<br />
everywhere.’’<br />
In acase down south, atruck<br />
driver refused to slow down<br />
despite hand signals and the<br />
rider fell off just in front of him,<br />
she said.<br />
The Road Safety Director for<br />
NZ Police had been asked to<br />
look at providing a‘tickbox’ for<br />
horseriders in incident reports,<br />
McLean said.<br />
“It’s asmall, lowcost measure<br />
that would allow us to have some<br />
proper data, an informed<br />
understanding of what’s<br />
happening out there on the<br />
roads, and in turn some targeted<br />
road safety messaging.”<br />
She was motivated to become<br />
asafety advocate by her own<br />
experience at the age of 25, when<br />
she fractured her skull in anearfatal<br />
riding accident on a<br />
Kaiapoi road.<br />
“I lost all memory of my<br />
childhood; my sense of taste and<br />
smell is gone forever. Iwas in a<br />
coma for week, Ilost my career<br />
and it’s taken me 16 years to fully<br />
recover,” she told LDR.<br />
Her accident had not been<br />
caused by acar: her horse had<br />
shied and thrown her when a<br />
piece of paper on the verge<br />
moved suddenly in the wind. It<br />
was agrim reminder of what<br />
could happen if ahorse were<br />
startled, she said.<br />
“It needs to be explicit. We<br />
can’t assume people just get it<br />
anymore. Common sense is not a<br />
thing. We actually have to tell<br />
people what we require, to pass<br />
ahorse wide and slow wide is<br />
two metres.”<br />
LDR is localbody journalism cofunded<br />
by RNZ and NZ On Air.<br />
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<strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
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CLUB NEWS<br />
Grey Power <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
President Cath Carr opened the meeting<br />
by thanking Bernard Reddicliffe for his<br />
music prior to the meeting. Apologies<br />
were received from Dennis Peck,<br />
Margaret Ritchie, and Pam Kennedy. As<br />
the Zone 6meeting was in progressatthe<br />
same time Cath reported on the work<br />
being done on the new constitution.<br />
Appreciation was expressed on the<br />
council providing the free events over the<br />
last month. Our MarketDay promotion<br />
proved very worthwhile as it attracted<br />
good interest in our cause. Cath also told<br />
members of the situation where the Bloom<br />
Hearing Clinic had been hacked and some<br />
or all of the stolen data may be published<br />
on the dark web.<br />
She then introduced speaker Paul<br />
“Pup” Chamberlain. Pup commenced by<br />
explaining how he received his nickname.<br />
Then he told the members about his very<br />
respected career with the New Zealand<br />
Police and after his retirement, his work<br />
with Safer Mid Canterburyintheir efforts<br />
to prevent suicide in our community. Paul<br />
spoke about how as acommunity we<br />
should be normalising metal health in the<br />
same way as everybody has physical<br />
health. There are 600 suicides in New<br />
Zealand per year and people need to talk<br />
Pakeke Lions Club <strong>Ashburton</strong> members as theypreparedfor their annual Charity<br />
Market (from left) John Ramsay, John Lynch, Joe Butchard, Clarrie Galway and Bob<br />
Crean. Members raised more than $12,000 at the market over the weekend.<br />
Spokesperson DaveBennett said takings were up significantly on the approximate<br />
$8000 raised last year, but down from the most successful sale afew years ago<br />
which brought in about $17,000. ‘‘Money is awee bit tight,’’ Bennett said.<br />
He was thrilled with the takings, to be spent on charity projects and initiatives in Mid<br />
Canterbury.<br />
‘‘Weare so appreciative of the community support, it just keeps turning up every<br />
year, it’s probably the biggest garage sale in <strong>Ashburton</strong>.’’<br />
PHOTO SUSAN SANDYS<br />
more about this issue especially men.<br />
They need to talk about their feeling. Men<br />
need to mix with people, learn new things,<br />
keep active and keep healthy. Encourage<br />
young people to talk. We talk about<br />
physical health but not mental health.<br />
Fifty per cent of people think about<br />
suicide in their life and four per cent of<br />
these attempt suicide. The Mental Health<br />
System is broken. Most at risk males are<br />
between 2050 years.<br />
Paul handed out very useful pamphlets<br />
on how to approach someone you feel may<br />
be needing support.<br />
This pamphlet explains very well how to<br />
approach the subject and where help can<br />
be obtained locally.<br />
Paul answered many questions from<br />
membersand after his excellent<br />
presentation and question time Greer<br />
thanked him and presented him with a<br />
fruit tray.<br />
ACADS health promoter Andrae Gold<br />
then took the stage and requested<br />
memberstosupport apetition to<br />
government to ban media advertising of<br />
online gambling. In her position Andrae<br />
sees the multiple harms of alcohol and<br />
gambling addiction are causing in the<br />
community.<br />
Problem gambling has noted ahuge<br />
increase in gambling advertising in the<br />
media and notes most of this increase is<br />
particularly targeted at 18 to 29 year olds.<br />
Andrae said one in five people gambles. In<br />
2020 $654 million was spent on Lotto, $833<br />
million on pokies, $387 million at casinos,<br />
and the figure spent at the TAB was not<br />
known, but would be an “eyewatering”<br />
amount. Raffles were drawn and<br />
afternoon tea was served.<br />
RESULTS<br />
Tinwald Cycling Club<br />
The front markers made every post a<br />
winner in Tinwald Cycling Club’s, Peach<br />
Cups, 41km handicap event around the<br />
rural roads of Methven on Sunday.<br />
The front group of four managed their<br />
efforts to perfection, enabling them to<br />
stay awayfrom the chasing bunches,<br />
setting themselves up for agrandstand<br />
finish.<br />
Rachel Reid won the hard fought<br />
sprint to take the victors spoils and lift<br />
the Cup.<br />
Graham McDougall was in the thick of<br />
the finish, securingsecond place.<br />
Don Morrison rounded outagreat<br />
afternoons work with third place.<br />
Dave Shurrock was right in the mix to<br />
record fourth place.<br />
Duncan Grant led the chasing group in<br />
to take fifth place from comarker John<br />
Uden.<br />
Cole Harris claimed fastest time<br />
honours, riding the course in 56.50.<br />
Tony Ward, and Quinten Lawler<br />
secured second and third time.<br />
Blake Broomhall continued his stellar<br />
start to the season to secure the winners<br />
ribbon in the junior <strong>14</strong>km race.<br />
Oscar Gorrie rode strongly to take<br />
second place.<br />
Robbie Lampe found himself on the<br />
podium again, edging his brother<br />
Lochlan Lampe into fourth place.<br />
To round out agood day for the Lampe<br />
stable, Sophie Lampe claimed fastest<br />
time honours, riding the distance in<br />
21.27.<br />
Stacey Hooper secured division 2<br />
bragging rights beating home Allan<br />
Johns, and KennyJohnston.<br />
Next the club will contest agraded<br />
scratch race aroundthe Wakanui Beach<br />
block.<br />
Toby Grant in action bowling for<br />
AshColl 1st XI against St Bedes<br />
College 3rd XI on Saturday at the<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Domain.<br />
AshColl won the toss and elected to<br />
bowlfirst. St Bedes were bowled out<br />
for 131, with AshColls best bowling<br />
by Toby who got 3/16 off six overs,<br />
followedbyTom McKenzie 3/19 off 6,<br />
then captain Mitchell Lye with 3/26<br />
off 9.<br />
AshColl then reached 132 for the loss<br />
of 7wickets, with Mitchell Lye top<br />
scoring with 28, followed by Tom<br />
McKenzie with 21 and Quinn<br />
McDowell 20 not out. Meanwhile also<br />
on Saturday AshColl yr 10 team<br />
played St Bedes College yr 10 at the<br />
domain.<br />
AshColl won the toss and elected to<br />
bat first.<br />
At the end of the 40 overs AshColl<br />
were 220/6, with Alexander Forbes<br />
reaching 46 and Owen King 40. St<br />
Bedes were then bowled out for 161,<br />
with AshColls best bowling being that<br />
of Kinnear Lowe 4/20 off 8, then Jamie<br />
Orr 4/36 off 7.2 overs.<br />
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<strong>Ashburton</strong> Bridge Club<br />
Evening–Nov 4, 3rds diff ptr.<br />
AN/S 1st Pauline Scott and Ann<br />
Gilbert, 2nd Claire Reilly and Amanda<br />
Evans, 3rd Paul Sheldon and Cath King.<br />
E/W 1st Shirley Durry and Joyce<br />
Johnson, 2nd John FRickard and Jackie<br />
Chisnall, 3rd Dee Murdoch and Amanda<br />
Watson.<br />
BN/S 1st Annie<br />
Bonifant and Carol<br />
Jopson, E/W 1st Alister<br />
Read and Andrae Gold.<br />
Evening –Nov 5, 2rder.<br />
N/S 1st David Sewell<br />
and Peter Wilson, 2nd<br />
Bruce and Heather Sim,<br />
3rd Jan de Jong and<br />
Johnny Wright.<br />
E/W 1st Mary Buckland<br />
and Trish Downward, 2nd<br />
Audrey Rooney and Trish<br />
Small, 3rd Jim Rooney<br />
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<strong>Ashburton</strong> <strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
73<br />
Proud history set to return to courts<br />
From Page 1<br />
Tinwald Family Sport and<br />
Recreation (TFSR) copresident<br />
Rob Hooper said the<br />
return of Tinwald Netball Club<br />
was a‘‘huge positive’’.<br />
‘‘Not only for netball in the<br />
district but the sporting<br />
landscape in Tinwald,’’<br />
Hooper said.<br />
‘‘There are great facilities at<br />
TFSR and seeing them utilised<br />
by other groups and<br />
organisations is fantastic,’’ he<br />
said.<br />
‘‘We look forward to working<br />
alongside Tinwald Netball<br />
Club to help them grow their<br />
club. The Tinwald Netball Club<br />
has aproud history and seeing<br />
it getting back on the courts<br />
again is exciting.’’<br />
Mid Canterbury Netball<br />
Centre manager Erin Tasker<br />
said the establishment of anew<br />
netball club in the district<br />
meant more variety for the<br />
competition.<br />
‘‘It’s really exciting that<br />
we’re going to have Tinwald<br />
junior teams playing next year,<br />
as it will provide more options<br />
for those year 6players moving<br />
in to year 7and 8netball,’’<br />
Tasker said.<br />
‘‘Up until the past couple of<br />
years, there’s been limited<br />
options for kids once they hit<br />
year 7, and as aresult we would<br />
lose some of those players as<br />
they didn’t necessarily know<br />
where to go,’’ she said.<br />
‘‘A number of town schools<br />
enter teams in our winter<br />
competition, but for those<br />
schools who finish at year 6<br />
like Netherby, Hampstead and<br />
Tinwald, the only ‘town’ clubs<br />
with teams in our competitions<br />
were Hampstead and Allenton,<br />
other than that you were<br />
looking outside of town like<br />
Southern, Methven and<br />
MORE OPTIONS: Netballers (from left) Courtney George, Maia Boon, Shamika Epilo and Grace Wills<br />
will be wearing the orange and black of Tinwald Netball Club on the courts next year. PHOTO TONI WILLIAMS<br />
Rakaia,’’ she said.<br />
‘‘But last year United also<br />
entered teams in that year 7to<br />
8space, and the year before<br />
that <strong>Ashburton</strong> Christian<br />
School also came on board as<br />
another affiliated school, so<br />
that’s all been great for us. It<br />
means more variety in terms of<br />
the clubs in our competitions.’’<br />
Already through word of<br />
mouth club president Kirsty<br />
Clay said there had been<br />
player interest resulting in two<br />
confirmed teams; ayear 7side,<br />
and awomen’s social team.<br />
‘‘Our Tinwald School team <br />
our current year 6s are going to<br />
come over because it’s year 7<br />
and above they are going to<br />
bring their established team<br />
with their coach,’’ Clay said.<br />
‘‘And then there was already<br />
aTinwald South social team<br />
who operated by themselves,<br />
they are teaming up with us as<br />
well.’’<br />
However, an indication of<br />
other player interest was<br />
needed to source uniforms, she<br />
said.<br />
Clay's own daughter will be<br />
eligible to play in 2026.<br />
She said the club could also<br />
suit pupils from Longbeach<br />
and Lagmhor schools.<br />
Aregister of interest would<br />
be available via alink on the<br />
club’s Facebook page.<br />
‘‘Whether it’s awhole team<br />
coming to us or individuals, we<br />
will do trials if the need is<br />
there,’’ she said.<br />
The club, located on<br />
Shearman St next to The Plains<br />
complex in Tinwald, has two<br />
outdoor courts which<br />
committee members plan to<br />
have relined, and lights in<br />
place for practices, Clay said.<br />
‘‘It’s actually very cool ... very<br />
exciting. It’s been along time<br />
since Tinwald club had<br />
netball.’’<br />
❛It’s really exciting<br />
that we’re going to<br />
have Tinwald junior<br />
teams playing next<br />
year, as it will provide<br />
more options for<br />
those year 6players<br />
moving in to year 7<br />
and 8netball.❜<br />
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<strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
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MP unhappy with district highways<br />
BY JONATHAN LEASK<br />
Local democracy reporter<br />
Rangitata MP James Meager is “not<br />
happy” with the state of the highways<br />
in Mid Canterbury.<br />
Meager said he was frustrated with<br />
the highway in Tinwald and at the<br />
Ealingturnofftothe Rangitata Bridge.<br />
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bad patches of SH1.<br />
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issues that we will be working through<br />
to determine the best outcome.”<br />
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“These repairs are programmed<br />
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Meager urged the community to<br />
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The hotline was introduced by the<br />
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HIGHWAYISSUE: Rangitata MP James Meager is “not happy” with the state of the highways in Mid Canterbury.<br />
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New labour market data<br />
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market and the need for a<br />
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“Unemployment rose to 4.8<br />
per cent which is the highest<br />
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cent of all 20–24yearolds<br />
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The numbers unemployed for<br />
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highest level since 1992.<br />
“The headline rate of<br />
unemployment didn’t hit 5per<br />
cent, but the underlying data<br />
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There have been significant<br />
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ColdstreamRoad<br />
Some experience<br />
preferred.<br />
Please txt<br />
Ernst Strijland<br />
0274 310 053<br />
2727371<br />
2726107<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> urban and Methven township<br />
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<strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
www.ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
SITUATIONS VACANT<br />
HEALTH &BEAUTY<br />
HEALTH &BEAUTY<br />
AFTERHOURS<br />
HEALTH CARE<br />
PHARMACIES<br />
WisesPharmacy,Countdown Complex,<br />
EastStreet will be openon...<br />
Saturday from 9amuntil 1pm<br />
Sunday from 10am until1pm<br />
At Geraldine: TheGeraldine Pharmacy will be open:<br />
Monday to Friday, 9amuntil 5.30pm<br />
and Saturday 9.30am -1.30pm<br />
For free 24 hour TelephoneHealthAdvice<br />
Phonethe healthline on 0800 611 116<br />
Brought<br />
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SITUATIONS VACANT<br />
Wellbeing &Adverse events coordinator–<br />
Mid Canterbury RuralSupportTrust<br />
The Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust helps to<br />
strengthen and support our Rural Community –<br />
driven by our core values which are confidentiality,<br />
integrityand support.<br />
The new role of Wellbeing support and adverse<br />
eventscoordinatorhas evolvedthrough thegrowth<br />
of the Trust, and an increase in demand for our<br />
resourcesand support.<br />
We are looking for someone with the following<br />
core attributes:<br />
-Sound knowledge across all sectors and<br />
connectionswithin the localRural community.<br />
-Empathy with emphasis on confidentiality and<br />
reliability.<br />
-A willingness tosupport people experiencing<br />
adversity and significant life challenges in both<br />
personal and businessenvironments.<br />
-Preferable experience inresponding to adverse<br />
events.<br />
-Shared responsibility of managing the 0800<br />
number response is avital part of this role. The<br />
availabilitytobeoncall,excellentcommunication,<br />
record keeping andconfidentialityisparamount.<br />
This is apaid part-time position, requiring extra<br />
hours during an adverse event orresponse effort.<br />
Components of the role are a job share with<br />
the current Wellbeing coordinator which allows<br />
flexibility. Ongoing training is offered and required<br />
forthis role.<br />
Forfurther informationand adescription of<br />
services please contact<br />
Jo Cook jo.cook@ruralsupport.org.nz<br />
027 683 9832<br />
Read more aboutwhatthe Rural Support Trustdo<br />
www.rural-support.org.nz/regions/south-island/<br />
mid-canterburyorcheckusout on<br />
Facebook MidCanterburyRural Support Trust.<br />
Phone308 7664<br />
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCYPHONE 111<br />
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hourspleasephone your generalpracticeteam,<br />
24/7 to speak with ahealthprofessionalwho<br />
willgiveyou free health advice on what to do or<br />
wheretogoifyou need urgent care.<br />
If youdon’t have aregulargeneral practice,<br />
call anyGPteam 24/7 forfree<br />
telephonehealthadvice.<br />
Allnon-residents andvisaholders please bringyour<br />
passporttoyoursurgery appointment.<br />
NewZealanderstobring some form of ID.<br />
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SITUATIONS VACANT<br />
ENTERTAINMENT<br />
Celtic Illusion<br />
Wednesday20th<strong>November</strong>7:30pm<br />
NEW$69 ticketsavailable in last 2rows<br />
Immerseyourself in oneofthe most<br />
unique productionstouring the world.<br />
You will witness abreathtakingarray of<br />
experiencesfusing Irish Dance, Magic<br />
and influentialflavours of Fosse,Michael<br />
Jackson with aBroadway style,Celtic<br />
Illusion is ashowlike no other.<br />
Cirque Africa<br />
Saturday <strong>14</strong>thDecember7-30pm<br />
100% Fun100% African100% Joy<br />
Youwill be wowedbythistraditional<br />
show featuringacrobats, dancers,pan<br />
spinning and livemusic all in atwo hour<br />
show spectacle.CirqueAfrica artistshave<br />
performed to over 2millionworld wide<br />
andguaranteetocaptivateaudiences of all<br />
ages. Youdon’t want to miss this uniquely<br />
vibrant show.<br />
Liam Kennedy-Clark<br />
Friday 20th December7-30pm<br />
Adult $47.50* |Gold Card $43.50*<br />
17 +under $43.50*<br />
An unforgettable night of music and<br />
storytelling as Liam returns to his roots.<br />
This show will be acelebrationofhis<br />
remarkable journey from asmall town<br />
dreamer to aGoldenGuitarwinning artist.<br />
Heisjoined by his partner Gabi Louise and<br />
supportedbylocalstarMolly Harrison.<br />
Gift Vouchers<br />
Givethe gift of theatre that’sredeemable<br />
online, over thephone or at boxoffice.<br />
Our gift vouchers make theperfect<br />
presenttogivetoyou friends,family<br />
or even your neighbours.Givethem an<br />
experience they won’tforget.<br />
Various denominations /valid for2years<br />
SITUATIONS VACANT<br />
Drivers Wanted<br />
Beckley Coachlines is a local family run<br />
business that specialises in events and tours.<br />
With abusy charter season coming upwenow<br />
require additional drivers to join our team.<br />
This is a part-time, casual position suitable<br />
for a person that has outstanding customer<br />
service skills. Driver Licences 2and 4with a<br />
Pendorsement would be an advantage.<br />
Please send an application letter and current<br />
CV to beckleycoachlines@gmail.com<br />
“Cean Mme Tha Las Lie”<br />
beckleycoachlines@gmail.com<br />
Class5Driver Wanted<br />
Full time role available until 20th December<br />
carting baleage.<br />
Therolewill then become casual until the end of<br />
harvest,cartinggrain, and straw.<br />
Wouldsuit aretired person or<br />
someone wantingtofill agap.<br />
Please call 027 249 0722 formoreinformation.<br />
ENTERTAINMENT<br />
2728564<br />
2727688<br />
FOR LEASE<br />
OFFICE TO LEASE<br />
In multi-tenanted<br />
office building,<br />
parking,signboard,<br />
fibre optic hub,<br />
common tearoom,<br />
24 hour access,<br />
CCTV,security<br />
131 Alford Forest Rd<br />
Ph 021 554 570<br />
ENTERTAINMENT<br />
27<strong>14</strong>163<br />
Self Storage,<strong>Ashburton</strong>.<br />
Since2006<br />
Various sizes,<br />
secureaccess,trailer<br />
Making storage easier<br />
www.rainbowstorage.co.nz<br />
office@rainbowstorage.co.nz<br />
Ph /Text 021 554 570<br />
STORAGE: Secure self storage<br />
units available, long or<br />
short term. <strong>Ashburton</strong> Storage<br />
Facilities. Contact us<br />
on 0274 362 636 or www.<br />
ashburtonstoragefacilities.<br />
co.nz<br />
WANTED TO BUY<br />
ALL JAZZ records wanted,<br />
Kiwi and overseas artists.<br />
Blue Note, Prestige, Riverside,<br />
ECM, Verve, Impulse,<br />
CTI, Milestone etc. Top<br />
prices paid for good titles.<br />
Please phone Dave 021<br />
222 6<strong>14</strong>4, Pennylane<br />
Records, Chch. 7days.<br />
CARAVAN wanted with<br />
shower and toilet, needing<br />
repairs ok or any condition.<br />
Also wanting ahorse float<br />
and atrailer. Ph Steve 027<br />
6220 011<br />
PENNYLANE Records<br />
always buying records.<br />
Excellent prices paid. 430<br />
Colombo Street, Sydenham,<br />
Chch. 366 3278 Open<br />
7days.<br />
PUBLIC NOTICE<br />
PUBLIC NOTICE<br />
HospiceMid Canterbury<br />
Dealing with alifelimiting illness?<br />
We cansupport youand your family<br />
to makeevery daycount.<br />
Allservices arefree.<br />
Phone 307 8387 or 027 227 8387<br />
www.hospicemc.nz<br />
SELL<br />
LAWN MASTER 18" rotary<br />
mower. In good condition.<br />
$120. cash. Ph 03 308<br />
8636<br />
LPG<br />
REFILLS<br />
Small LPG cylinders<br />
Off Street Parking<br />
Available<br />
Arthur Cates Ltd<br />
26 McNally Street<br />
Ph 308 5397<br />
Riverside Industrial Estate<br />
Email manager@hospicemc.nz<br />
hospicemidcanterbury<br />
Gn y u !<br />
21 Nov Westpac Rescue Helicopter<br />
Garden Fete, Rakaia<br />
23 Nov Lyttelton Farmers Market<br />
01 Dec Sunday Mystery Drive<br />
03 Dec Christmas Shopping Chch<br />
04 Dec Christmas Royal Variety Show -<br />
Operatunity<br />
09 Dec Christmas Shopping Chch<br />
12 Dec Christmas Shopping Chch<br />
13 Dec Ohoka Farmers Christmas Market<br />
<strong>14</strong> Dec Apprentice Santa –Court Theatre<br />
“Cean Mme Tha Las Lie”<br />
027 265 6883<br />
W: beckleycoachlines.co.nz<br />
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Light up alife<br />
Service<br />
The<strong>Ashburton</strong>Hospital<br />
PalliativeCareteamand the<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>CancerSociety<br />
warmly invite:<br />
You, your family andfriends<br />
to remember your lovedones<br />
at amemorial serviceinthe<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> HospitalChapel<br />
2pm2 Tuesday26<strong>November</strong><br />
27 2675387<br />
2727316<br />
2686933<br />
CountdownComplex,EastStreet, <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Phone: 03 3086733<br />
Email: wises@community-pharmacy.co.nz<br />
2570375<br />
2723901<br />
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PUBLIC NOTICE<br />
PUBLIC NOTICE<br />
Electric Mobility<br />
Wherever youneed to be<br />
mobilityscooters will get youthere<br />
On display next to First National, East Street,<strong>Ashburton</strong>.<br />
Sales&Service for over 25 years<br />
Electric Mobility<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Fred Reddecliffe | 027 956 0193<br />
2695267<br />
OPEN DAY<br />
FREE ENTRY<br />
Sunday24th <strong>November</strong> 2025<br />
Come and viewour facilies,<br />
findout aboutour excing<br />
extensions andbuy asausage<br />
to help us getthere<br />
387 Seafield Road, <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
St David’sChurch<br />
RemembranceService<br />
Thursday28th<strong>November</strong>at7.00 pm.<br />
Youare warmly invited toavery special service to<br />
remember those loved ones who have passed away<br />
during the last year, or in previous years. Atime to<br />
reflect andcelebrate their livesinthe presenceofGod.<br />
St David’sChurch<br />
48 Allens Road,<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
GARAGE SALES<br />
SATURDAY, 16th <strong>November</strong>.<br />
Lots of nic/nacs,<br />
clothes, shoes and household<br />
accessories. George<br />
St, Tinwald Signs out 10am<br />
-4pm.<br />
GARDEN SUPPLIES<br />
MUSHROOM<br />
COMPOST<br />
Nowisthe timetodig in our<br />
topqualitymushroom<br />
composttoyour<br />
vegetablegarden.<br />
$60 per cubic metre<br />
or $10 bag.<br />
Deliveryavailable<br />
208 MaronanRoad.<br />
Phone 021 129 8936<br />
2726150<br />
PEASTRAW$7/bale, 21<br />
pack $<strong>14</strong>0. Sheep manure<br />
$10/bag. Call Dave 027<br />
601 <strong>14</strong>26, with your order.<br />
AHinds and Districts Lions<br />
Project.<br />
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2728008<br />
PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE<br />
Peter Blacklow<br />
Ourdesexing and<br />
microchipping campaign<br />
has now<br />
finished.<br />
We areopento<br />
accept cats<br />
and kittens.<br />
Ph 308 4432<br />
Tuesday-Saturday<br />
9am -12noon<br />
SHOP WITH THE PEOPLE WHO KNOW ABOUT GREAT<br />
OUCHERS FOR THE HARD TO BUY FOR!<br />
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GIFT IDEAS, OR GIFT VO<br />
PETE’S<br />
FTHE<br />
PICK<br />
Full range of engineering supplies and accessories forall your repairs<br />
&maintenance. Hot &cold waterblasters &industrial vacuum cleaners.<br />
Esseti welders &accessories. Stockists and distributors of Trailer Equipment.<br />
Locally owned &operated family business for 71 years<br />
TradeZ one<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
South Street, <strong>Ashburton</strong> PHONE (03) 308-3<strong>14</strong>7<br />
Email office@blacklows.co.nz<br />
BONUS<br />
PremiumQuality<br />
Bluetooth BASSMASTER<br />
Headphones RRP$399.<br />
BI METAL KWIK CHANGEFAST CUT<br />
UNIVERSAL HOLESAWKIT<br />
$270+GST<br />
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<strong>Ashburton</strong> <strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
Contains: 16, 20, 25, 32, 40, 51mm, A6-4Arbor.<br />
KDC06082<br />
Notice for consultation on aproposed Enrolment Scheme amendment<br />
for<strong>Ashburton</strong> Netherby School<br />
The Ministry ofEducation has been working with the <strong>Ashburton</strong> Netherby School Board toestablish<br />
an amendment to their enrolment scheme tomitigate the risk of over-crowding atthe school as<br />
required under the Education and Training Act 2020. Under this scheme, students will be able to<br />
enrol if they live within the proposed home zone. The enrolment of out-of-zone students isgoverned<br />
by the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020.<br />
As part ofthis process, we are consulting with the school’s community and with people living inthe<br />
area for which the school is areasonably convenient school.<br />
Acopy of the proposed enrolment scheme isavailable at<br />
https://www.education.govt.nz/have-your-say<br />
If you have any feedback about the proposed enrolment scheme, please visit the website, read the<br />
information and complete the survey before 13December <strong>2024</strong>.<br />
Contact email; Canterbury.EnrolmentSchemes@education.govt.nz<br />
2726663<br />
HOME SERVICES<br />
ROOF COATINGS: All roof<br />
types, specializing in<br />
Decramastic and Long Run<br />
Iron, Coloursteel etc, steep<br />
roofs not a problem. —<br />
Spraymaster 027-433-7780.<br />
MEETINGS<br />
Grey Power<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
Christmas Party<br />
Monday, 18th<strong>November</strong><br />
2pm<br />
at the Seniors Centre<br />
Raffle and sales table<br />
Financial membersonly<br />
Donate anon<br />
perishable item for<br />
the food bank.<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>RSA Carpark<br />
Saturday,30th<strong>November</strong><br />
9:30am-12:30pm<br />
$10 persite<br />
Phone: Allan 0274 360 <strong>14</strong>7<br />
2727864<br />
FRUIT &PRODUCE<br />
MEETINGS<br />
2728623<br />
MICROGREENS Fresh Cut,<br />
from $5. Spray Free and<br />
locally grown. Available at<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Farmers Market,<br />
Saturdays, in the white and<br />
purple<br />
trailer.<br />
Tinyspacegreenz Facebook/Instagram.<br />
Lara 021<br />
046 1611<br />
RAFFLE RESULTS<br />
ASHBURTON Aviation<br />
Museum Barrow Grocery<br />
Raffle. Winner -Margaret.<br />
Meat Voucher - Norma,<br />
Winners notified.<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>Friendship<br />
AndEntertainment<br />
Club<br />
Garage Sale<br />
Raffle Results<br />
1st Prize: Moana H<br />
2nd Prize: Noella<br />
3rdPrize: RayM<br />
Thanks to everyone<br />
for your support<br />
Allprizesclaimed<br />
MEETINGS<br />
TINWALD RUGBYFOOTBALL CLUB<br />
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING<br />
Tuesday, 19 <strong>November</strong>,7pm<br />
Tinwald RecClubrooms,MaronanRoad.<br />
We invitepresentand pastmembers to join us for<br />
the Annual General Meeting.<br />
If you’re looking to join the Committee,<br />
please let it be known.<br />
<strong>November</strong> monthly Committee meeting directly<br />
following the AGM–7.30pm or thereafter.<br />
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PUBLIC NOTICE<br />
Thurs <strong>14</strong>th,Fri 15th,<br />
Sat16&Sun 17th<br />
10.00 Maurice&I<br />
10.00 Harold &the Purple CrayonPG<br />
11.45 Runt<br />
PG<br />
11.50 RedOne<br />
PG<br />
1.30 GladiatorII<br />
M<br />
2.00 TheWild Robot PG<br />
3.50 Lee<br />
MM<br />
4.10 TheCritic<br />
6.00 RedOne<br />
PG<br />
6.10 Venom:The Last Dance MM<br />
8.00 GladiatorII<br />
8.15 Terrifier3<br />
R18<br />
Mon18th,Tues19th<br />
&Wed 20th<br />
10.00 Lee<br />
10.00 TheCritic<br />
11.50 Maurice&I<br />
12.15 GladiatorII<br />
1.45 TheCritic<br />
3.20 RedOne<br />
3.40 Lee<br />
5.50 Venom:The Last Dance<br />
6.00 RedOne<br />
8.00 GladiatorII<br />
8.15 Terrifier3<br />
NO COMPS<br />
GladiatorII, RedOne,Terrifier 3<br />
MEETINGS<br />
Southern<br />
RugbyClub<br />
AGM<br />
Wednesday<br />
20 <strong>November</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
Hinds Clubrooms<br />
starting at 7:30pm<br />
Allwelcome<br />
Anyenquiries to<br />
Scott Murphy<br />
0210 416 574<br />
M<br />
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PG<br />
MM<br />
PG<br />
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R18<br />
WANTED: RETIREES who’d<br />
like a cooked two course<br />
lunch, a day out with<br />
friendly people doing interesting<br />
things and plenty of<br />
laughing. Don’t sit at home<br />
wondering what’s going to<br />
happen next week, come<br />
and join Age Concern, <strong>Ashburton</strong>’s<br />
206 Club. Monday,<br />
Tuesday or Wednesday,<br />
10am to 2.30pm, Seniors<br />
Centre, 206 Cameron<br />
Street. Cost $15. Phone 03<br />
308 6817.<br />
TINWALD<br />
GOLFCLUBINC<br />
Annual General Meeting<br />
Monday18th <strong>November</strong><br />
7pm at the Clubrooms<br />
Minutes from the<br />
2023 AGM<br />
Presidents Report<br />
FinancialReport<br />
Election of Officers<br />
General Business<br />
Andrew Barrie<br />
Secretary<br />
Eiffelton Hall<br />
Society<br />
AGM<br />
Monday,2nd December<br />
@7pm<br />
at the Eiffelton Hall.<br />
All welcome<br />
E. Mackenzie<br />
027 238 0666<br />
2725683<br />
2726373<br />
2727372
Family Notices<br />
Deaths Deaths Acknowledgement<br />
BATEMAN, Richard John<br />
- On <strong>November</strong> 10, <strong>2024</strong>.<br />
Peacefully in his sleep<br />
at Burwood Hospital,<br />
Christchurch, surrounded<br />
by his family. Aged 83 years.<br />
Dearly loved husband of<br />
Sally, much loved dad of<br />
Jason, and Kerry and loved<br />
by his extended family. A<br />
celebration of Richard’s life<br />
will be held at our chapel<br />
corner East and Cox Street,<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>, on Thursday<br />
<strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, commencing<br />
at 11.00am followed<br />
by private cremation at<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong>Crematorium.<br />
Paterson’s<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
FDANZ<br />
03 3077433<br />
EAST, Beatrice Doris<br />
Kate Caroline (Doris) –<br />
on <strong>November</strong> 11, <strong>2024</strong>.<br />
Peacefully at Radius<br />
Millstream, aged 97 years.<br />
Loved wife of the late<br />
George. A much loved<br />
mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother,<br />
great-greatgrandmother,<br />
and friend<br />
to many at Millstream. In<br />
keeping with Doris’ wishes,<br />
aprivate cremation will be<br />
held.<br />
Paterson’s<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
FDANZ<br />
03 3077433<br />
How doyou hope to be<br />
remembered?<br />
Call us today to pre-plan<br />
0800 263 6679<br />
www.memoryfunerals.nz<br />
22 Moore Street, <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
2712847<br />
DANIELSON, David James<br />
(Dave): Barbara, Tania, Jason,<br />
Delwyn and families wish to<br />
express their sincere thanks<br />
to the many friends, for all<br />
the support and kindness<br />
shown to them in the very<br />
sad loss of a dearly loved<br />
husband, father, father-inlaw,<br />
grandfather and greatgrandfather.<br />
A huge thank<br />
you for the many cards,<br />
messages, flowers, baking,<br />
gifts, phone calls, visits<br />
and texts. Many thanks to<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> Menz Shed –<br />
Dave’s second home. Thank<br />
you to <strong>Ashburton</strong> Hospital<br />
nurses, StJohn Ambulance,<br />
Cancer Society and<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> district Palliative<br />
Care nurses for all your great<br />
care.<br />
Please accept this as a<br />
personal acknowledgement<br />
as many addresses are<br />
unknown.<br />
Dave will be very deeply<br />
missed.<br />
Family<br />
Notices<br />
Enquiriesphone<br />
Mary,Jann or Karen<br />
on 308 7664 or call<br />
into 199 BurnettSt.<br />
78 <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
NEWS<br />
<strong>Courier</strong>, <strong>November</strong> <strong>14</strong>, <strong>2024</strong><br />
‘UTTER BEWILDERMENT’: Melanie Margaret was finally adopted this week after more than<br />
eight months at the SPCA <strong>Ashburton</strong> centre. Below she was adopted by Dylan Watkins and<br />
Jas Andrews.<br />
PHOTOS SUPPLIED<br />
Oneofakind cat gets<br />
home after 8months<br />
SUSAN.SANDYS<br />
@ashburtoncourier.co.nz<br />
Becoming aminor internet<br />
celebrity in Canterbury has<br />
helped one cat find her furever<br />
home.<br />
Melanie Margaret, who<br />
featured on the SPCA<br />
Canterbury Facebook page and<br />
in The <strong>Ashburton</strong> <strong>Courier</strong> last<br />
week, was adopted by a<br />
Christchurch couple this week.<br />
The one to twoyearold tabby<br />
had been among catsawaiting<br />
homes at the SPCA <strong>Ashburton</strong><br />
centre. She came into the<br />
centre more than eight months<br />
ago as astray with kittensin<br />
tow.<br />
What made Melanie<br />
Margaret stand out on social<br />
media from other cats, was her<br />
‘‘judgy’’ face.<br />
Centre team leader Ashleigh<br />
Murray was the one who wrote<br />
the post.<br />
‘‘She’s got that signature<br />
shock expression going on that<br />
says ‘Did you really think that<br />
outfit was agood idea?’,’’<br />
Murray said on the original<br />
post.<br />
‘‘Melanie is aoneofakind<br />
cat who unavoidably looks like<br />
she’s perpetually judging your<br />
life choices.’’<br />
Commenters were admiring,<br />
but most had other cats, dogs or<br />
young children, ruling them out<br />
of providing ahome.<br />
Melanie Margaret had had a<br />
rough start in life, so was<br />
looking for aquiet home.<br />
Her perfect family got in<br />
touch after seeing the original<br />
post.<br />
Murray updated the public<br />
via anew post on the same page<br />
on Tuesday.<br />
She said Melanie Margaret<br />
had had alook of ‘‘utter<br />
bewilderment’’ at the idea of<br />
finally being adopted.<br />
The couple are Dylan<br />
Watkins and Jas Andrews.<br />
‘‘When her new family<br />
arrived they were greeted with<br />
her signature glare, and they<br />
knew immediately that Melanie<br />
was their missing piece.<br />
While it is bittersweet to let<br />
her go (goodbye endless<br />
judgemental memes) our<br />
<strong>Ashburton</strong> centre is bursting<br />
with pride!’’ she said.<br />
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