Selwyn_Times: May 14, 2025

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2025
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Glow festival wows
FESTIVE SPIRIT: Hororata Community Trust executive officer
Cindy Driscoll and Ballooning Canterbury chief executive Michael
Oakley at Saturday’s event.
PHOTOS: KATHRYN TAYLOR PHOTOGRAPHY ​
A sellout crowd of 11,000 packed Hororata Domain for the
biennial Hororata Glow Festival, which featured Owlbert,
an owl-shaped hot air balloon from the United States.
• Story, photos, page 8
Councillor
blames
subdivisions
for making
floods worse
• By Daniel Alvey
THERE IS concern that
subdivisions are making flooding
in parts of the district worse.
As more land, which was once
open farmland, gets replaced by
roading and houses, more pressure
is being put on the district’s
drainage networks.
Almost a fortnight
ago, Selwyn
was plunged into
a state of emergency
as it was hit
by two months
of rainfall in 48
hours, on ground
already wet from Grant Miller
heavy rain over
Easter weekend. It led to bad
flooding at Tai Tapu, Ladbrooks
and Doyleston.
Springs Ward councillor Grant
Miller said people should expect
this to be the new normal.
“The developers have been very
good at building subdivisions,
roads and stormwater plans to
get the water in a pipe and to the
river, but once it hits the river,
there has been very little thought
given to how to manage the
increased water flows,” he said.
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THERE’S BEEN a torrent
of discussion over what
impact the mushrooming
subdivisions are having
on flooding in parts of the
district.
The sometimes robust views
are espoused over an ale at “the
information centre” (the code
name for a popular debating
and socialising venue).
Many are adamant when
the very swampy paddocks are
turned into housing over the
next several years the water
which now settles in until it
slowly drains will have nowhere
to go. They point particularly
to south Lincoln which was
drenched in the big rainfall.
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Search and rescue chief’s award
Paul Burns has received his New Zealand Order of Merit in recognition
of leading the search and rescue teams during the 2011 earthquake.
Reporter Dylans Smits looks back at his career.
Pages 20-21
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Hocken to make international appearance
Rolleston College’s Jack Hocken is buzzing ahead of his international
football debut for the New Zealand under 16 team.
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On pages 1, 4 and 5 today we
explore the issue.
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at the information centre,
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• By Daniel Alvey
A DARFIELD to Rolleston bus
service may be abandoned before
it gets off the ground.
Environment Canterbury is
currently reviewing potential
public transport improvements
for its 2025/26 Annual Plan.
One proposed addition was to
introduce a return bus service
from Darfield to Rolleston twoor-three
times a day.
However, ECan staff reported
that public submissions did not
support the proposal.
A key issue is funding – the
service would need to be 100%
paid for by ratepayers, as it does
not qualify for a subsidy from
the NZ Transport Agency Waka
Kotahi.
For the Darfield bus,
ratepayers in Kirwee, Darfield
and West Melton would face an
annual targeted rate of between
$140 and $178 a year.
But Mayor Sam Broughton has
urged ECan to trial the service to
determine actual demand, pointing
out that potential users may
not have submitted feedback.
“If in 12 months time (you
decide) that was the wrong decision
then you are going to have
a different conversation with the
community about saving rates,”
Broughton said in his submission
to ECan.
After public submissions were
reviewed, ECan staff said people
were unwilling to pay for the bus
service.
“We’ve looked at the people
who pay this targeted rate, and
we don’t feel there is significant
support showing the communities
are behind paying this
targeted rate,” ECan staff told
councillors.
Staff said submitters wanted
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Bus proposal facing the axe as
public balk at funding options
AT RISK: Darfield may miss out on a bus service to Rolleston
after ECan said public submissions did not support the
proposal.
the service to be user-pays, rather
than funded by ratepayers.
Despite the Darfield service
being under threat, Selwyn
may still see improved public
transport.
ECan is looking at adding an
additional school bus from West
Melton to Riccarton or central
Christchurch to relieve pressure
on the 86 route from Darfield to
the city.
There are also plans to increase
services on the direct Rollestonto-city
Route 85, though details
are still being worked out.
HAVE YOUR SAY
Do you want ECan to trial
a Darfield to Rolleston bus
service? Send your views in
200 words or less to daniel.
alvey@starmedia.kiwi
ECan councillors will deliberate
the annual plan on May 27 and 29,
with adoption scheduled for June
25.
From July, the adult bus fare
from Selwyn into Christchurch
will rise from $2 to $3. This follows
an April decision to introduce a
two-zone fare structure aimed at
increasing fare revenue, a move
requested by the Government.
Among the submitters was
12-year-old Frankie Hindson,
who spoke alongside Broughton in
requesting improved services.
Frankie asked ECan for a bus
service to run to Tai Tapu.
“As I get older it would be fun
to go out and socialise with my
friends without my parents having
to transport me everywhere.”
ECan plans to conduct a broader
public transport review, including
requests like a Tai Tapu bus. The
review is expected to be completed
by December 2026.
• Rates increases, page 7
NEWS 3
In Brief
CORPORAL AWARDED
AFTER 2021 FLOOD
Royal New Zealand Air Force
helicopter loadmaster Corporal
Adam Brown from Manawatu
has received the New Zealand
Bravery Medal for his role in
saving Hororata man Johnny
Miller, who was stuck up a tree in
raging floodwaters in 2021 near
Darfield. Brown was lowered
from the No 3 Squadron NH90
and after a couple of attempts was
able to reach Miller and lift him
from the water.
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looking forward to getting to
know the youth in Selwyn and
representing the district. Said
Grigg: “I had such a high calibre
of applicants this year, which
shows how amazing our next
generation of leaders in Selwyn
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Selwyn Times Wednesday May 14 2025
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Subdivisions can increase overall
• From page 1
Miller said two waterways particularly
affected were the L II River,
which runs from Lincoln out to
Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere, and
the Halswell River, which runs
from Halswell through Tai Tapu
and out to the lake.
Since the earthquakes,
Halswell and Lincoln have
grown rapidly.
Halswell has grown from an
estimated population of 11,000
to 20,000, while Lincoln has
grown from an estimated 3600
to 11,600.
In Lincoln, another 2100
homes are expected to be built
as part of Earlsbrook, formerly
Lincoln South. In the subdivision
plan, part of the land has
been allocated for a wetland area
which will feed into the L II.
While tricky to link stormwater
run-off from subdivisions,
each hard surface such as a
house has replaced what was
once farmland, which would
have drained naturally rather
than via drains.
Miller said in Tai Tapu where
previously one pump would be
needed to keep the township dry,
five were needed during the rain
event. Residents along part of
Old Tai Tapu Rd also were asked
to evacuate due to the rising
Halswell River.
Since the February 2011
earthquake, new homes must
FULL UP: The Halswell River was at its max during rain two
weeks ago. ​
be built on technical category 1
land. This means in places like
Lincoln developers have to strip
the soil back and compact it so
there is an impermeable layer,
forcing water to run off via the
stormwater network rather than
through the soil.
Environment Canterbury general
manager of hazards Leigh
Griffiths said there are no major
upgrades to the Halswell drainage
scheme planned, but it is
investigating additional storage
in the upper Halswell catchment
to improve water management.
“Previous work in other areas
has found that subdivisions
don’t significantly affect peak
flood levels. However, they can
increase the overall volume of
water in the drainage network,”
Griffiths said.
L II Drainage Committee
secretary Brian Moir said it was
fortunate the L II had its weed
cut before the storm, assisting
flow.
“If we hadn’t done that, it
would have been chaos.”
The L II river peaked at
11.761m 3 , which is about the
most it can handle.
Moir said when he was young
the L II used to have silt removed
by a drag line. While not to the
same extent, Moir said some sort
of silt removal could happen in
sections over a five-year period.
“If it gets high because there is
too much silt or weed in it, the
high water level kills the grass on
the banks, and when the water
level drops, the banks fall, so
we want to try and prevent that
from happening.”
NOW AND THEN:
Lincoln now and
pre 2011 (left).
District council head of
operational delivery Gareth
Morgan said it has recently
engaged separate engineering
consultants to re-survey the
L II in order to understand its
capacity, changes over time,
and inform future development
requests that may feed into or
impact this network.
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NEWS 5
water volume in drainage network
Halswell now and
pre 2011 (right).
Another issue that has
increased is landowners being
less co-operative about drain
maintenance.
Said Miller: “What we are
seeing is that your traditional
Selwyn landowner was a farmer
who understood the value
of drainage and the need to
maintain it.
“With the advent of lifestyle
blocks, there is a proliferation
of people who may not have
the rural knowledge or don’t
understand the value of drainage,
so they don’t commit funds to
maintaining their drains or
allowing access to the council
contractors to maintain their
drains.”
Where the rain hit
Council Civil Defence manager Al Lawn said the storm lingered in Selwyn a lot longer
than was expected. “We had a weather system coming down from the tropics, it sat
outside Pegasus Bay, and then we had another weather system coming from the south
and they met together. It was supposed to go north and be an issue for Waimakariri,
Hurunui, and Kaikoura, but stayed south and hit us.” While the water pooled where it is
expected to, the likes of Tai Tapu, Ladbrooks and Doyleston were hit harder. Post the rain
event, council conducted 48 building assessments, of that 41 were deemed safe and
seven were restricted for a short time.
Also questioned during
the flooding was whether Te
Waihora/Lake Ellesmere could
have been opened earlier.
Said Griffiths: “A consultation
group made up of organisations
representing different interests
gives advice on the potential
opening. We will meet with this
group within the next month to
discuss lake management. For
now, we are happy with how the
process is managed.”
In the group are Te Taumutu
Rūnanga, the Department
of Conservation, the Lake
Ellesmere/Te Waihora Rating
District liaison committee,
North Canterbury Fish and
Game Council, Lake Ellesmere
Commercial Fishermen, the
district council, Christchurch
City Council and the Waihora
Ellesmere Trust.
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NEW BILL: Next month the council will reveal the rates increase for the 2025/26
financial year after the district’s drinking water and wastewater services were
transferred to a new council-controlled organisation.
PHOTO: GETTY
Rates increase to be
confirmed in wake
of water restructure
• By Daniel Alvey
THE RATES increase for the 2025/26
financial year will be confirmed by mid-
June.
The 2024-34 Long Term Plan forecast a
14.2% average rates rise for 2025/26 on the
back of a 14.9% rates rise last financial year.
With the transfer of drinking water
and wastewater services to a new councilcontrolled
organisation, Selwyn Water Ltd
(WSCCO), general rates are expected to
decrease.
However, when general rates and water
bills are combined, an overall increase is
still expected. Based on council figures,
water bills will rise by 8-10%, depending
on whether a property is urban or rural
and whether it is connected to sewage
services.
At the moment a portion of people’s
general rates is for water, with the usage
being charged separately.
Once the WSCCO is operational, it
would take over all of the billing, except
for stormwater which the council will keep
in-house.
In November, the council faced criticism
for not holding a formal consultation on
the plan, instead choosing an “engage and
inform” approach.
SELWYN TIMES reporters have tasted
success at the annual Community
Newspaper Association’s national awards.
Daniel Alvey, pictured on right, was
judged best junior news journalist, and
Sam Coughlan was runner-up in the sports
reporter category.
Said the judges: “Daniel’s portfolio was
strong on spot news, but he also showed
deft treatment of the prominent Greenpark
Huts eviction issue in a long-form piece.
A council rates story provided important
information without bombarding the
reader with sleep-inducing jargon.
“The deputy mayor saving his fatherin-law’s
life is the kind of human-interest
piece, featuring a local body politician, that
would have been read from start-to-finish.”
The judges also said the future augured
well for journalism given the standard of
entries in the junior reporter category.
“The entries showed a dedication to
the craft, strong portfolios displaying a
Mayor Sam Broughton said the
council will be giving the community
an opportunity to understand what the
council will be doing in the 2025/26
Annual Plan and the expected rates
increase before it is formally adopted on
June 18.
“For the most part, our plans for 2025/26
haven’t altered significantly from what we
outlined in our 2024/34 Long-Term Plan,
and there are no significant changes.”
“Our team is working on confirming
the rates rise for this year as we speak, and
we will be able to share this information
with the community as part of the Annual
Plan in early June. This will be in line
with what was projected in the Long-Term
Plan, subject to amendments agreed as
part of the decision to set up a WSCCO,”
Broughton said.
Selwyn Water Ltd is scheduled to begin
operations on July 1. The council will
vote on the company’s initial constitution
and statement of expectations on May 21,
enabling it to be legally incorporated.
The constitution will be updated and
a statement of intent issued once the
Government signs its Local Water Done
Well legislation into law, expected in
October.
Recognition for reporters
diversity of topics and talent.”
The judges said Coughlan told great
stories about people which was “a pleasure
to see”.
Selwyn Times editor Barry Clarke said
the accolades were reward for a great year
from Alvey and Coughlan.
“Week in, week out Daniel and Sam
are producing top stories which has
contributed significantly to the growth of
Selwyn Times readership,” Clarke said.
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Domain transformed by light festival
A SELLOUT crowd of 11,000
packed Hororata Domain on
Saturday for the Hororata Glow
Festival.
The festival featured 12 hot air
balloons, the Marama Energy
glow walk, live music, food trucks
and free children’s entertainment,
including The Wonky Donkey
author and musician Craig Smith.
The hot air balloons, which glowed
in unison and were set to music,
included ‘Owlbert’ – an owl-shaped
hot air balloon from the United
States.
The festival was organised by the
Hororata Community Trust in association
with Ballooning Canterbury.
Said event manager Cindy
Driscoll: “This festival is about so
much more than entertainment.
“It’s about building community
pride, celebrating our rural way of
life, and giving people something
magical to be part of right here in
the heart of Selwyn.”
Driscoll said more than 130
volunteers were involved in
bringing the festival to life.
“What many don’t see is the
week-long effort behind the scenes.
We host balloon crews from around
New Zealand and the world. It takes
a huge volunteer effort.”
The festival is a key initiative of
the community trust and raises
funds for projects like rebuilding
the historic Hororata Hall.
The biennial event will return
in 2027.
TALENT: The Hororata Glow
Festival line-up included
The Wonky Donkey author
and musician Craig Smith,
and featured US balloon
‘Owlbert’.
Below left – Fairy dancers
from Darfield High School.
PHOTOS: KATHRYN TAYLOR
PHOTOGRAPHY ​
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Selwyn Times Wednesday May 14 2025
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NEWS
Havill takes
the helm
at CORDE
MATHEW HAVILL has been
appointed as the new chief
executive of CORDE.
Havill has been acting in the role
since December after the resignation
of David Wilson.
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Havill’s leadership will further
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objective is for that to continue.”
Havill’s appointment followed a
national recruitment and selection
process led by Wellington-based
executive search firm Taumata
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“Uneven” intersection to be
repaired before month’s end
• By Jonathan Leask
“We can confirm that the
drainage around the intersection
THE “UNEVEN” surface of a
is working effectively and was
new $5.6 million intersection
not impacted by the recent
in Rolleston will be fixed by the
weather event.”
end of this month.
The intersection is a key
Levelling work is required on
route connecting Rolleston
the intersection between Levi Rd
to the Christchurch Southern
and Masefield Drive.
Motorway.
The council issued a statement
on May 6 via social media it was
Final road markings were
“aware of the uneven surface(s)
due to be completed by the end
on Levi Rd” and contractors
of April but the work had been
would be working on levelling
delayed by recent bad weather,
the surface as soon as they can.
Mason said.
Council infrastructure and
The intersection upgrade was
property executive director Tim
part of the council’s 2021–31
Mason said the road was built to
Long Term Plan, developed
design standards and there were
before Foodstuffs South Island
LUMPY: Council has said there are no structural issues with
no structural issues.
announced plans to build the
the new Levi Rd intersection after an uneven surface was
“The ride quality at the two
South Island’s largest Pak’nSave
discovered.
entrances to the supermarket
supermarket – an 8100sq m
development along Levi Rd that traffic lights and
remediation of ride quality. store – at the corner of Levi Rd
motorists are experiencing is a complete the
“We expect to have this and Lincoln Rolleston Rd. It is
temporary issue.
final roading,
completed by the end of May. scheduled to open by the end of
“There are no safety concerns piping, electrical
“We are currently working the year.
relating to this minor issue and work, Mason
with our contractor and
It is understood development
currently a 30 km/h temporary said.
design consultants to prioritise contributions from the new
speed limit is in place as a
“Since then,
remediation, while also
supermarket will have offset
precautionary measure.”
the council,
confirming responsibility for some of the $5.6m cost, as
The issue was identified design
Tim costs as part of that process.” well as a subsidy from the NZ
during the April 4-6 “super consultants, and Mason This issue was not caused Transport Agency.
weekend” when contractors the contractor
by last week’s heavy rain, but – Leask is a local democracy
Isaac Construction worked 84
hours straight to install the
have been working on the
final stage of design for the
the bad weather delayed the
remediation work, he said.
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NZ On Air.
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12
NEWS
Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz
Board members launch
campaigns for council
TWO MALVERN Community
Board members are looking to
take the step up to council.
Deputy chair John Verry and
board member Sharn Nu’u will
contest the single Tawera Malvern
Ward seat in October’s local
body elections.
As part of the council’s
new ward structure, Malvern
dropped from two councillors,
to one.
Current Malvern councillor
Lydia Gliddon, who is standing
for mayor, is undecided on
whether she will also run for reelection
to her current seat.
Fellow Malvern councillor Bob
Mugford has confirmed he will
not be standing again.
Verry was elected to the
community board in a byelection
in December 2023,
while Nu’u has served since
2022.
Verry said he wants to see
more community-driven
decision-making at council.
“In the current economic
times, we must do things
differently. Growth must
be managed and costs for
new development fronted by
developers.
“Too many residents feel they
RIVALS: John Verry and Sharn Nu’u will contest the Tawera
Malvern Ward seat in October’s local body elections.
are being asked to pay more
while their voices are being
heard less,” he said.
Nu’u said she is running to
strengthen rural representation
on the council.
“It is quite obvious there needs
to be more representation of the
voices of the rural communities
around the council table.”
She cited the Local Water
Done Well process as a key factor
in her decision to run.
“Five councillors and the
mayor refused to acknowledge
the majority voice who said no
to a Water Services Council-
Controlled Organisation,” Nu’u
said.
Verry also criticised the
council’s decision not to consult
the public on the 2025/26
Annual Plan.
“The decision to decide and
inform is disrespectful and goes
against the essence of localism,
which is all about harnessing
the power, knowledge, skills
and views of local people to
strengthen decision-making.”
SHORN: Kalyam Wanhalla, Craig Anderson (deputy principal),
Devyn Woods, Brock Washbourne, Sam Rawstron, Lachlan
Caldwell and Finn Pullan.
Ellesmere College students, along with deputy principal Craig
Anderson had their heads shaved to raise money for cancer.
Emma Maylam from Billy Blunt Hairdressing in Leeston did
the honours, shaving the group’s heads as part of Shave for
a Cure – a charity that supports people with blood cancers
such as leukaemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. The event was
organised by year 13 community leader Lachlan Caldwell,
with help from fellow students. Due to time constraints, more
students are scheduled to have their hair cut later this week.
So far, the students have raised $1682.
• To make a donation to support the college’s fundraising
efforts head to: shorturl.at/VUS9W
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Selwyn Times Wednesday May 14 2025
14
NEWS/LETTERS
Call for use
of AI to be
expanded
• By Daniel Alvey
LINCOLN University chancellor
Bruce Gemmell believes the
council should not be afraid of
expanding its use of artificial
intelligence.
Gemmell, a member of the
council’s audit and risk committee
said new technology should be
embraced.
“The change is coming and it’s
inevitable and those who don’t embrace
it will find themselves very
disadvantaged,” Gemmell told the
committee.
In July, the council introduced
a policy outlining how AI can be
used by staff. Earlier this year, it
implemented the technology and
27 cameras at the Selwyn Aquatic
Centre to enhance swimmer safety.
Gemmell also encouraged the
council to consider AI solutions
before hiring new staff.
“The question needs to be asked
– before you go to the market to
hire a person, whether or not AI
can do that work.”
He suggested AI could be used
behind the scenes – for example, to
process straightforward building
consents – allowing staff to focus
on more complex tasks and increasing
efficiency without adding
to costs.
I was rather surprised at the
comments from MP Nicola
Grigg (Selwyn Times, May 7)
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Grigg called out over funding
for district, pay equity bill
NOT ON: Readers have
expressed disappointment
in Nicola Grigg’s responses
to recent funding issues.
regarding the push by our
Mayor for greater support
from Government. As our
local MP surely she should be
pushing for more resources for
her constituents rather than
defending the status quo and
attacking the messenger.
- Harvey Polglase,
Darfield
Nicola Grigg clearly thinks we
are all simpletons.
No! We see her defence of the
rewrite of the pay equity bill for
what it is. For once, Seymour
got it right with his “Brooke
van Velden saved the budget”
comment, backed up by commentators
Richard Harman and
Janet Wilson. Even Willis and
Luxon mentioned the enormous
savings coming from this sneaky,
cowardly move. Yes, cowardly
denying the people affected the
right to submit to a select
committee.
I note, too, neither van Velden
nor Grigg had the guts to face
the protest at their respective
offices. Minister for Women’s
Affairs? What a joke.
- John Summers (Abridged),
Southbridge
District branding
I am 70-years-old, born in
Christchurch, but have been
a resident in Rolleston since
2007.
Te reo Māori is not my
language, however, I do try to
absorb the languages around
me and to take what I can from
their meanings and relevance
to myself and to us all as a
collective. Te Taumutu Rūnanga
and Ngāi Tahu were the first
occupiers in this district. It
was their land, so I feel the te
reo to be necessary as a mark of
respect for the branding of the
district.
We want to hear your views
on the issues affecting life
in Selwyn
Send emails to:
barry@starmedia.kiwi
My suggestions are: The
Nest Te Kōhanga, New Life-New
Beginnings Te Ora Hou Te
Timatangahou.
- Gail Boyes (Abridged),
Rolleston
Duck shooting
A drone was allegedly shot
down over Lake Ellesmere on
opening day. This is the most
important day of the year,
eagerly awaited for nine months.
I expect the same would happen
anywhere if shooters were
harassed in a similar manner.
- Don Lorking,
Springston South
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CouncilCall
Wednesday 14 May 2025
RUN. BACK
YOURSELF. RUN
FOR COUNCIL.
Want to find out more? Attend a
candidate information session.
Monday 26 May, 6.30-7.30pm,
Lincoln Event Centre
Supporting the Arts in Selwyn
Selwyn artists and community groups have
an exciting opportunity to bring their creative
projects to life with support from the Creative
Communities Scheme. Applications for the next
round of funding are now open and close on
Sunday 8 June.
The scheme aims to increase participation in the arts
at a local level and broaden the range and diversity
of artistic experiences available within communities.
Whether you’re planning a community performance,
a creative writing workshop, or an art exhibition, this
fund can help turn your vision into reality.
The Creative Communities Scheme is run in
partnership between Creative New Zealand and
local councils across the country, with each council
responsible for delivering the Scheme in its own
area. What makes the scheme unique is its emphasis
on local decision-making. All applications are
assessed by a committee of people who understand
the needs and character of the Selwyn community.
Funding is available for a wide range of costs,
including materials for arts activities, venue
or equipment hire, promotion and publicity,
and even food for participants and audiences
when appropriate.
Recipients of 2024 funding include the Malvern
School of Music an example of how the fund is
helping to support the arts in Selwyn.
Malvern School of Music used their funding for
their 37th Annual Concert (pictured) which was well
received by both the audience and participants.
A spokesperson says, “playing with a conductor is a
new experience for many, it was a great opportunity
for all our pupils to have the motivation of practising
their music so that it can be enjoyed by all.”
The 38th Annual Malvern School of Music Concert
is planned to be held on Sunday 19 October in the
Darfield High School hall.
If you have an idea for a community-based arts
activity, now is the time to act. For more information
on how to apply, visit selwyn.govt.nz/funding
Tuesday 3 June, 6.30-7.30pm,
Doyleston Hall
Thursday 5 June, 6.30-7.30pm,
Rolleston Council offices
Tuesday 10 June, 6.30-7.30pm,
Darfield Library and Service Centre
Monday 30 June, 6.30-7.30pm,
Online session
Find out more at
selwyn.govt.nz/elections
Council and Community
Board Meetings
Council Meeting
Wednesday 21 May, 1pm,
Council Chambers
Livestreamed on the Council’s website and
YouTube channel.
Super Mayor
Video game Super Mayor, developed by the
Selwyn Youth Council, was recently nominated as a
finalist in the NZ Game Awards in the Excellence
in Representation Category. The 2D platformer
game was developed in collaboration with
Indever Games and invites players to step into the
shoes of a councillor and navigate the intricacies
of local governance.
Selwyn Youth Council chairperson Mackenzie
Wills is proud that Super Mayor was recognised for
raising understanding about the work that Council
does in the community.
Wills explains that the idea came from the
Youth Council’s engagement with the young
people of Selwyn which revealed a gap in local
government awareness.
“With the backing of Council, this game presented
a fresh approach to connect with youth, to make
sure the Council remains relevant and stimulates a
connection with future votes,” says Wills.
In Super Mayor, players embark on a journey to
solve community issues, engage with residents, and
ultimately ascend to the coveted position of mayor.
With local elections this year the game is a
great way to get young people engaged in local
government. Download the game from Steam at
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Find out more at selwyn.govt.nz/news
Dangerous, Affected
and Insanitary Buildings
Policy Review Consultation
Final week to have your say.
Consultation closes 23 May.
Visit yoursay.selwyn.govt.nz
or scan the QR code.
Bunny Gym Party –
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Governance Fundamentals
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Greenpark Open Day
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Sunday 18 May, 1–3pm
Join us for a fun afternoon exploring the
Greenpark Memorial Community Centre.
Bouncy castle, sausage sizzle, soft play and
face painting.
Events
Thursday 15 May, 9.30–11am,
Lincoln Event Centre
$5.50 per child.
Bookings required at
selwyn.govt.nz/events
Friday 16 May, 1–2.30pm
Online workshop delivered via Zoom
Bookings required at
selwyn.govt.nz/events
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IN 1849 THE LAKE was named Lake
Ellesmere after Francis Egerton, the
first Earl of Ellesmere (1800-1857) from
Shropshire in the West Midlands, England.
Ellesmere was a British politician, writer,
traveller and patron of the arts, who never
set foot in New Zealand.
Ellesmere served on the British
Commons Select Committee on the
affairs of New Zealand in 1844, and was
a member of the Canterbury Association
from March 1848.
The lake was named after him by
the chief surveyor of the Canterbury
Association, Joseph Thomas,
Māori named the lake Te Waihora, Te
Kete Ika a Rākaihautū, and Te Kete Ika a
Tūtekawa.
Te Waihora means ‘water spread out’.
The lake was a renowned food gathering
site for local Ngāi Tahu, particularly for
eels, flounder, mullet and a variety of
ducks.
The name Te Kete Ika a Rākaihautū
refers to the lake as ‘the fish basket of
What’s in a
Name
Te Waihora/
Lake Ellesmere
NEWS 17
BIG EVENT: A crowd watches the official opening of the newly constructed
outlet at Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere in 1904. The outlet near Taumutu was
intended to stop the lake flooding onto surrounding farms on reclaimed
land. Within seven months it was destroyed by heavy seas and another
culvert was built in 1908-09. PHOTO: CHRISTCHURCH CITY LIBRARIES
Colonial, Māori history
behind name of lake
THE LINCOLN Bridge Club last week
marked its 50th anniversary, with the
club’s oldest and youngest members, Ann
Fettes and Sharon Foster, cutting the
celebratory cake.
The club’s inaugural committee meeting
was held on April 16, 1975. Originally
part of the Ellesmere Country Club,
the club later moved to the old Lincoln
Community Centre. Since 2011, it has
been based at the Lincoln Event Centre.
The club now has more than 60 members,
who come from across Selwyn, including
Rolleston, Prebbleton, Halswell, and Lincoln
itself. Fifty-two players attended Thursday’s
anniversary celebration.
Club night is held on Thursday evenings
and features a duplicate bridge pairs
competition.
In addition to the Thursday evening
competition, the club meets on Monday
afternoons for a more casual session with
no partner required – everyone is welcome
to join.
Beginner lessons are held on Tuesday
evenings and new members are always
welcome.
• Anyone interested in joining the
Lincoln Bridge Club can contact
Stuart at 027 642 6060 or Julie at
021 810 887.
Rākaihautū’, the
Waitaha voyaging
ancestor who used
his kō (digging
stick) to name and
claim many of the
waterways and
lakes in the South
Island.
Te Kete Ika a
Tūtekawa refers to
Tūtekawa, a Ngāti
Māmoe ancestor
who fled from Te
Ika a Māui (North
Island) and established Waikākahi pā, on
the eastern shore of the lake.
Thomas also re-named several other
landmarks and waterways in Selwyn,
including the Waimakariri River (River
Courtenay), the Rakaia River (River
Cholomondeley), and Whakamatau
(Lake Coleridge), all named after British
politicians and clergy.
– Ka Korero o Waikirikiri Selwyn Stories
Cake to mark milestone
CELEBRATION: The Lincoln Bridge
Club’s oldest and youngest members
Ann Fettes and Sharon Foster cut
the cake to mark the club’s 50th
anniversary.
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The NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan & Leisure Show
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this month, with doors opening on Saturday 24th
and Sunday 25th May. This show is the biggest
and best show in the South Island for outdoor
enthusiasts to discover the ultimate in freedom
and exploration.
Whether you are a seasoned traveller or a
first-time wanderer, this 2-day show offers
the opportunity to experience the best in
motorhomes, caravans, and everything leisurerelated.
With a wide variety on display, from large modern
motorhomes to compact luxury caravans to
fifth wheelers, there is something for everyone.
Explore the latest innovations in RV technology,
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Exhibitors will display not just vehicles, but also an
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enhance your travels.
The TrailLite Group returns as a partner of the
show, presenting expert-led sessions in the
TRAILLITE GROUP Theatre. Covering topics
from battery management to diesel heating to
seamless connectivity online whether at home
or traveling. All of these sessions are designed to
educate and inspire, and most will allow questions
and answers at the conclusion.
The Accessories Marquee is the ultimate
destination for everything you need to enhance
your motorhome lifestyle — from delicious treats
and luxury linen to the latest electronics and
protective products for your vehicles.
We will have your favourite brands in attendance,
many that are new to the show and even new
to New Zealand. Tickets to the show are on sale
now. Entry to the show is $17 for single entry one
day tickets or $29 for a multi-day/multiple entry
pass and best bought online. If you opt to buy
at the show gate, please remember ticket sales
are cashless, payment can be made via Eftpos or
PayWave only.
Lock this weekend in, because it is not just about
browsing and buying — it is about embracing a
lifestyle.
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Saturday 24th May 9am – 5pm
Sunday 25th May 9am – 4pm
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NEWS
Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz
Family’s links to wartime memento
Thursday, May 8 was VE
Day, marking the end of
World War 2 in Europe.
Lincoln resident Dave
Grantham reports on
his family connection to
the historic occasion
ON VE DAY, the Supreme
Headquarters Allied
Expeditionary Force (SHAEF)
issued a four-page pamphlet
announcing the end of
hostilities. Each page was written
in a different language – English,
German, French, and Polish
– with slight variations in the
content.
One of those pamphlets now
resides in the archives of the Air
Force Museum in Wigram.
How did the pamphlet end
up there? My father, Elmer
Grantham, an Englishman,
came to New Zealand in August
1935 for his ‘OE’ (overseas
experience), sailing on the RMS
Remuera.
During the voyage, he met the
Bain family – David, his wife
Ella, and their 20-year-old son
Stuart – who were returning
to Christchurch after a trip to
Europe.
Dad struck up a close
friendship with them and
regarded the Bains as a second
HOLDING HISTORY: Dave Grantham, left, and Air Force Museum research curator Simon
Moody with the SHAEF pamphlet donated by Peter Bain.
family during his time working
for the YMCA in Christchurch.
Stuart was the eldest of eight
siblings; the youngest was Peter.
After four years in New
Zealand and a year in
Melbourne, dad returned to the
UK in 1939 as war loomed. He
joined the Royal Marines and
took part in D-Day, eventually
fighting through Belgium and
the Netherlands into Germany.
On May 8,
VE Day, he
was stationed
in Selsingen,
Germany, and
travelled 60km
northwest to
Wesermunde
where he
Elmer
obtained a copy Grantham
of the SHAEF
pamphlet, ‘Parachute Edition’.
Remembering his young friend
Peter Bain in Christchurch, dad
sent a copy of the pamphlet to
him.
Many years later in 2001, 18
years after dad died, I made
contact with Peter to renew
the family connection. He was
farming at Willowby, near
Ashburton.
He told me about the SHAEF
pamphlet he had donated to the
Air Force Museum in 1998, and
gave me a photocopy.
Ever since moving to Lincoln
four years ago, I’ve intended
to ask the museum if I could
see the original. With the 80th
anniversary approaching, I
contacted the research curator
Simon Moody and we met on the
anniversary last Thursday.
He showed me the original of
the ‘Parachute Edition’. It was
an interesting feeling holding
something dad had held 80
years ago, in very different
circumstances in the middle of
war-torn Europe.
And how did the war end
for dad? After a month in
Wesermunde and a couple of
days near Hamburg, he spent
four days on a ship before
returning to England on June 13.
He travelled to Fittleworth,
West Sussex, where mum, Erica,
and my three-year-old sister,
Ruth, were living. There, they all
met up with Jack Bain, an older
brother of Peter who had been
wounded and captured on Crete.
He had spent the following
three-and-a half-years as a
prisoner of war.
Dad was really keen to return
to New Zealand to settle and,
with another daughter, Esther,
the family arrived on the RMS
Rangitata in August 1947.
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‘We could see the destruction, but
Paul Burns has received
his New Zealand Order
of Merit medal in
recognition of leading
the search and rescue
teams during the 2011
earthquake. Reporter
Dylan Smits caught
up with Burns at his
Prebbleton home to
look back on his career
and lessons learned
from disaster
PAUL BURNS was loading
golf clubs into his car, about
to head off for a round at the
Weedons when the February 22
earthquake struck at 12.51pm.
He was head of the southern
search and rescue (SAR) team
based out of Christchurch, which
undertakes complicated rescue
operations.
Burns knew it was a serious
earthquake because it was even
stronger than the shaking in
September 2010.
“The cell phones were down
so I had to get on my landline.
I rang Wellington immediately
and told the (search and rescue)
commander up there to start
preparing a team.”
Burns tried to drive from his
home in Templeton where he
then lived to the search and
RESPONSE: Firefighters at the PGC building after the February 22, 2011 earthquake.
Inset – Paul Burns has retired from southern search and rescue, which he helped establish in 2002.
rescue base at the Woolston Fire
Station, but when he reached
Garlands Rd near the station
liquefaction brought traffic to a
standstill.
“I had to get picked up by a
colleague in a four-wheel drive
so we could get through and
then assemble at the station from
there,” he said.
As media reports of collapsed
buildings in the city centre
emerged, Burns waited two
hours for about 30 search and
rescue operators to arrive at the
station, while fire crews carried
out an initial response in the city
centre.
“It’s not a lot of people, but it’s
the best we could do. You just
had to plan with the resources
you had,” he said.
Once all rescue equipment was
prepared, Burns and the team
drove into the city centre and set
up an operations base at Latimer
Square, near the collapsed CTV
and PGC buildings.
“We could see the destruction,
but you just had to focus on the
job you had to do, like everyone
else responding that day,” he
said.
Burns attended an investiture
ceremony at Government
House in Wellington on April
29 after he was awarded
membership in the New Zealand
Order of Merit for services to
‘The cell phones were
down so I had to get
on my landline. I rang
Wellington immediately.’
– Paul Burns
PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
search and rescue and fire and
emergency.
“It was a very special day with
the family and I’m very humbled
to have got it. I see it as an award
for everyone from search and
rescue that day.”
Over the 28 days following
the earthquake, Burns would
co-ordinate search and rescue
operations at the two collapsed
buildings where 133 people lost
their lives.
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you just had to focus on the job’
On the first day, while the
destruction of the city where
he grew up weighed on Burns’
mind, he went “back to basics” to
get the job done.
“We’d trained for years for this,
and so you go about the job in
quite a matter of fact way. Every
day it helped to plan ahead in
just two to three hour slots and I
think that helped,” he said.
He co-ordinated the arrival of
international search and rescue
teams but New Zealand emergency
responders would be on their
own in the search for trapped
survivors until 3am the next day.
A search and rescue team from
New South Wales was the first to
arrive, followed by Singaporean,
Japanese and American teams.
The role of search and rescue
was to conduct more complicated
rescue operations with heavy
equipment like concrete crackers.
Burns, who was also a senior
fire station officer, mostly worked
the night shift alongside now Fire
and Emergency Canterbury area
commander Dave Berry.
About 120 people were rescued
from collapsed buildings.
“Emotions were high and
there were just huge highs and
lows throughout those first two
days. Some people were saved,
but some people, alive people,
were not. That took a big toll on
certain people,” said Burns.
Born and raised in Christchurch,
after leaving school Burns
worked as a photolithographer at
The Press.
He was inspired to become
a firefighter when he saw an
advertisement in the newspaper,
and later helped create the
volunteer-based southern SAR
team in 2002. He had recently got
married to his wife Maryanne.
They have three daughters.
“I’d never thought about doing
it but I did like the idea of a job
helping people in bad moments,”
he said.
Burns moved from Templeton
to Prebbleton three years ago.
After the earthquake response,
Burns was asked to help write the
2015, and later 2020, edition of
the SAR handbook.
The set of policies is used
internationally by SAR teams to
co-ordinate and execute the best
possible responses.
Burns says writing the policy
manuals is “very boring” work,
but its importance to the effectiveness
of SAR internationally
was a large part of why he
received the order of merit award.
HUMBLED: Former senior fire station officer Paul Burns
received a New Zealand Order of Merit for services to search
and rescue and fire and emergency from Governor General
Dame Cindy Kiro in Wellington. ​Above – Burns with other
FENZ award recipients Neville Phillips, John Oliver, Harry
Carter and Ian Pickard.
He doesn’t take credit for the
earthquake response and says
there are “smarter” people in
southern SAR who came up with
the ideas he integrated into the
manuals.
An example of a lesson from
the earthquake implemented
into the manuals was setting up
decontamination processes like
showers to prevent SAR teams
from bringing dust and contaminants
back into the operations
base.
Burns has retired from leading
the southern SAR team and the
fire service, but has retained his
role as a mentor for SAR teams in
Singapore and Australia.
He is going to Singapore
this week, certifying the two
SAR rescue teams based on the
handbook by examining their
policies and training.
It will be his last official work
in SAR.
“It’s time to hang up the boots.
I’ve done 40 plus years in the
fire service and there are people
now who can take my place. So
I’m really comfortable that I can
retire.”
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22
SPORT
Springston
trio take
triples title
Springston’s Ray Henderson
(left), Margaret Woods and
Neville Lancaster have won
the Ellesmere indoor bowls
Champion of Champions
triples competition. They beat
Prebbleton 10-5 over eight
ends in the final, having been
level at 3-3 after four ends. The
competition was played at
Ladbrooks Hall on Wednesday
night.
Combined side
seeks first win
in home debut
SELWYN SCHOOLS will play
their first home game of the Miles
Toyota Premiership this weekend
after a tough opening round loss to
Nelson College.
The combined side will host
St Bede’s at Rolleston College on
Saturday, aiming to bounce back
from a 43-12 loss to the defending
champions.
Fielding nine premiership debutants,
Selwyn were down 12-7 after
30-minutes and 24-12 at halftime
before Nelson pulled away in the
second half.
St Bede’s started the season
with a 25-20 win over St Andrew’s
College.
Points
Marlborough BC 5; Nelson
5; CBHS 5; St Bede’s 5; St
Thomas 5; Christ’s 2; St
Andrew’s 1; Shirley BHS 0;
Selwyn 0; Rangiora HS 0
• By Sam Coughlan
ROLLESTON College’s Jack
Hocken is buzzing ahead of his
international football debut for
the New Zealand under 16 team.
The year 12 student, a member
of the school’s first XI, has been
selected to travel to Switzerland
for a mini tournament involving
the host nation, Guatemala,
Malaysia, Paraguay and Tunisia.
The team departs tomorrow,
with their first match set for
Monday morning (NZT) against
Switzerland.
Hocken said he’s most excited
about stepping onto the pitch
wearing the national jersey for
the first time.
“ It’s pretty cool, especially
because I’ve watched all the New
Zealand games. I’ve watched age
group and now I’m playing in it.”
He received the call from head
coach Martin Bullock two weeks
ago, following a national trial in
Auckland alongside top players
from across the country.
“I was so happy, I couldn’t
really think properly,” he said.
“ In the (trial) game, I thought
I played pretty normal – it wasn’t
anything great – so I didn’t really
expect to make the team.”
This will be Hocken’s second
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Hocken to make his international
debut at Swiss mini tournament
“ It’s pretty cool, especially
because I’ve watched all
the New Zealand games.
I’ve watched age group
and now I’m playing in it.”
– Jack Hocken
trip to Europe in a matter
of weeks – he represented
Christchurch United’s under
18 side at the Mediterranean
International Cup in Spain last
month.
“ It was so cool. We played
against Real Sociedad’s under
18s. The level over there is just
crazy – all the pitches and just
experiencing what it’s like and
what they do,” he said.
Normally a centre-back,
Hocken said he will likely
play both there and at rightback
during the Switzerland
tournament.
“ They have some good centrebacks
and also I can play rightback
too,” he said.
“ I’m quite good on the ball,
calm under pressure, stuff like
that.”
Hocken helped Rolleston
College get off to a strong start
in their first XI competition
last week with a 2-1 win over
Hillmorton High School.
HONOURS: Rolleston College’s Jack Hocken has been
selected for the New Zealand under 16 team to play in
Switzerland later this month.
Tight points table in race to quarter-finals
• By Sam Coughlan
WITH JUST three rounds
remaining in the Combined
Country Rugby competition, the
battle for quarter-final spots in
Pool B is heating up.
Five points separate five teams,
with only four to go through.
Southbridge and Prebbleton are
in the thick of the action. Southbridge
sits third on 22 points after
a 52-37 win over Saracens on Saturday,
while Prebbleton dropped
to fifth on 19 points following a
35-33 loss to Kaiapoi.
The top four teams from each
pool qualify for the quarter-finals.
RUNNING: Waihora’s Liam
Robinson runs off the back of
a maul against Rakaia.
PHOTO: SMR EVENT
PHOTOGRAPHY
This weekend, Prebbleton
faces sixth-placed Hurunui, while
Southbridge travels to Methven.
In Pool A, Waihora will look to
continue their winning run when
they host Oxford at Rhodes Park.
Combined Country points
Pool A: Waihora 29;
Glenmark 25; Ashley 25;
Oxford 19; Darfield 17; Rakaia
15; Southern 12; West Melton
11; Woodend 5; Springston 3
Pool B: Celtic 24; Ohoka 22;
Southbridge 22; Kaiapoi
20; Prebbleton 19; Hurunui
8; Methven 6; Saracens 6;
Lincoln 4
The Magpies made it six in a
row with a 56-18 thrashing of
Rakaia, thanks to hat-tricks from
hooker Liam Robinson and centre
Stephen Swain. They now lead
the pool by four points ahead of
Glenmark-Cheviot and Ashley.
Darfield is still in contention,
sitting fifth on 17 points – just
two behind Oxford in fourth. The
Ducks host struggling Woodend
on Saturday and have a chance to
break into the top four.
At the lower end of the table,
Springston and Lincoln will look
to climb off the bottom of pools A
and B when they take on Kaiapoi
and Southern respectively. Lincoln
is coming off a 21-10 loss to Methven,
while Springston was beaten
50-7 by Glenmark-Cheviot.
In Saturday’s remaining match,
West Melton faces Rakaia.
All matches kick off at 3pm.
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The Hornby Club
A community hub
Hornby Club is opening
the doors for all on
Sunday 18 May to share
what the Club has to offer.
Growing its membership by more than 4,000, to hit 12,000 members
since the Hornby Club redevelopment was completed in 2022, management
now has its sights set on strengthening ties with the local area.
“We have created a unique offering in the West of Christchurch. Our club
offers a family restaurant, café and sports bar. Alongside this, we offer
meeting and events spaces. To top it off, our club has social groups and
sports clubs, a TAB, raffles and member events. is complete hospitality
experience ensures the Hornby Club offers its members a full service with
something for everyone in the family,” says Tim Mathews, General Manager
of Hornby Club.
Creating a place for the whole family required a revised view of the club
experience and encouraged the Hornby Club to nd new ways to engage
with different demographics.
“We introduced two children’s playgrounds; we host events for all ages
including a family day in the winter and the club picnic every summer. We
cater for our traditional members through our sporting sections that have
interclub competitions and national tournaments. We also offer a family
buffet on Sunday, a family restaurant experience with an indoor playground
Visitors of their open day can check
out their sports bar, family restaurant,
Pavilion Café, as well as its
extensive function areas,
social groups and sporting groups.
during the week, and café with kids’ lunchboxes and big breakfasts. We also
open our club for parent groups, community groups and sports groups to
get together. Sport is a big feature of the Club, and our Legends sports bar
appeals to those who enjoy watching the game in the weekend with a pint
or two,” shares Tim.
Clubs have always catered to wide ranging groups, but it is in recent
times, as clubs renovate and refresh, that this is starting to be recognised by
the next generation of members.
“We are excited for the future of clubs. We’ve seen in Australia how club
life is being embraced for its affordable meals and beverages and for its
family focus and safe atmosphere. Clubs, like the Hornby Club, are working
hard to emulate these ideas here in NZ,” shares Tim.
To check out the Hornby Club and all it has to offer, visit the upcoming
open day on Sunday 18 May between 10am and 2pm. ere will be free
coffee, candy oss, a bouncy castle, face painting, competitions, club tours
and an opportunity to see the different sporting opportunities including
pool, darts, cards, snooker, travel, racing and more.
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Wednesday May 14 2025 Selwyn Times 25
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Exhibition - ‘Rhythms of Nature’
Now until June 1
Down By The Liffey Gallery, 1
James St, Lincoln
‘Rhythms of Nature’ features
talented artists Viv Wotton,
Hilary Browning and Zoe
Wiseman. Viv’s landscapes reflect
a discovery into connection,
seeking to reveal how memory
and belonging can be felt in
‘place’. Hilary uses a variety of
materials to create her ceramics,
playing with different textures,
glazes and shapes resulting in
lovely ceramics. Zoe’s paintings
explore the evocative colours,
intricate patterns, and natural
rhythms of the New Zealand
environment. Together they bring
together a lovely exhibition filled
with a beautiful array of greens
and earthy tones. Opening hours
are 11.30am-2.30pm Wednesday
and Thursday, 10am-4pm Friday
to Sunday.
Skiing with Kids
Tomorrow 6.30-7.30pm
Te Ara Ātea
Discover the joys of skiing
with kids. This talk covers tips
for stress-free family skiing
adventures, tips for teaching
kids to ski, choosing the right
gear, what not to forget, and
creating lasting memories on
the slopes. With specific details
about the family-friendliness
of Selwyn’s six ski fields, you’ll
gain insider knowledge to
make your snowy adventures
safe, fun, and unforgettable.
18+ years. Bookings required:
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Lego Time
Friday 3.30-4.30pm
Darfield and Lincoln Libraries
Come and play with the new
Lego collection and make a new
creation. Free. Drop in only, with
limited spaces. No bookings
taken. Recommended for primary
school aged children. Children
under 8 must be accompanied by
an adult.
Community Music
Performances
Celtic Fiddle Band: Saturday
1-1.30pm at Leeston Library
Service Centre and 2.30–3pm at Te
Ara Ātea
Ukulele Picking Trio Sunday,
1-1.30pm at Lincoln Library
Service Centre
Help celebrate NZ Music Month
with live performances by local
musical talents! Enjoy a range
of musical acts on select days
throughout the weekends.
It’s a fantastic opportunity to
enjoy the vibrant music of your
community! All ages welcome.
Drop-in.
Bunny Gym Party, Tomorrow, 9.30-11am at Lincoln Event Centre: Easter has passed, but
you can still celebrate with a bunny-themed party. There will be lots of extra activities
including a bouncy castle, easter crafts, face painter and a surprise visit from a big
fluffy character. Suitable for ages 1-5 years old but younger siblings can attend as well.
$5.50 per child, bookings preferred: selwyn.govt.nz/events
Greenpark Memorial
Community Centre Open Day
Sunday 1-3pm
Greenpark Memorial Community
Centre
Come along for a fun afternoon
with a bouncy castle, sausage
sizzle, soft play and face painting.
Take a tour of the hall, meeting
room, and kitchen, all available
for hire and meet with the
knowledgeable staff who can
answer your questions and
help you book your next event.
Whether you’re planning
a birthday party, family
gathering, community event, or
programme, Greenpark is a great
venue to bring your ideas to life,
located just outside of Lincoln.
Understanding our Kids in an
Online World
Monday 7-9pm
Darfield Primary School hall
The Darfield Primary School
PTA presents online safety
expert Rob Cope to provide
information about keeping
kids safe online. This event is
open to parents of children of
all ages – primary, secondary,
and even preschool. If children
in your community have access
to technology, this session is
for them. It will cover cyber
bullying, social media, gaming,
and pornography. Cost: $5.75 per
ticket. To book tickets head to:
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Device Drop-In: Tech Help
Tuesday 11am-1pm
Te Ara Ātea
These informal support sessions
can help you familiarise yourself
with your digital device.
Whether it’s a tablet or mobile
phone, you can get help with the
basics.
Selwyn Art Show 2025:
Celebrating 23 Years of Creativity
The beloved Selwyn Art Show returns for its 23rd year in 2025,
continuing its tradition of celebrating artistic talent from
across the region. The event will take place at the Rolleston
Community Centre from Friday 16th to Sunday 18th May 2025.
With over 70 artists exhibiting, plus a number of talented youth
artists and local schools contributing to this year’s show, the
exhibition offers a wide and exciting mix of artwork. Visitors
can expect to see painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking,
and fibre crafts. Organised by the Arts Heart Committee in
Selwyn, the show has become a standout cultural event on
the Selwyn calendar, growing in popularity and participation
each year.
This year’s
featured artist is
David Waterman,
a distinguished
painter, designer,
and artist. Born in
Motueka and now based in West Melton, David studied
at the Wellington Polytechnic School of Design. He is a
long-standing member of the New Zealand Academy of
Fine Arts and recipient of an award from the academy. His
achievements include being a finalist in the 2019 Parkin
Drawing Prize and winner of the 2020 Darfield Art Prize.
David’s work has featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions, and he has completed various
mural commissions. He is deeply embedded in the arts community, serving on the committee of
the Malvern Community Arts Council, as a member
of the Selwyn Artist Collective, and on the organising
committee for the Selwyn Art Show.
David will be exhibiting a selection of his latest pieces at
the show, alongside the work of other talented local and
regional artists.
The Selwyn Art Show is open to the public daily from
10am to 4pm at the Rolleston Community Centre (94
Rolleston Drive). Artwork is available for purchase, and
EFTPOS is available on site. An Opening Night event
will be held on Friday, 16th May. Tickets are available
through the Arts Heart website. Guests will enjoy drinks
and nibbles and have the exclusive opportunity to view
and purchase artwork before the show opens to
the public.
This is a wonderful opportunity to support local artists,
be inspired by creativity, and enjoy the rich artistic spirit
of the Selwyn community.
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rolleston business hub
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Jones Road Auto: An automotive
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Jones Road Auto is a family-owned automotive
business that has been a trusted automotive workshop
in Rolleston for many years, consistently adapting and
expanding its services to meet the changing needs of
its customers. With its convenient location at 131 Iport
Drive, Rolleston, Jones Road Auto is a comprehensive
automotive service centre. It caters to a variety of
vehicles, from compact cars to heavy-duty
trucks and everything in between!
Every vehicle that comes into Jones Road
Auto receives first-class attention and expertise
from the experienced and passionate team of
MTA Assured mechanics. With a reputation
second to none, the workshop is always bustling
with activity. The team uses state-of-the-art
diagnostic tools and equipment to ensure that
repairs and maintenance are done quickly and
effectively. Whether you need a routine oil
change or brake inspection, or you’re seeking
complex engine diagnostics and repairs, the
team provides a range of services to ensure your
vehicle runs smoothly.
If you’re considering purchasing a pre-loved
or new vehicle, the team also offers pre-purchase
inspections to give you peace of mind.
Apart from the various services available,
Jones Road Auto stocks a range of quality
automotive parts and accessories. The business
is also a distributor of high-quality Terrain Tamer
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The team excels in their expertise and is
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customer care while being trustworthy and
reliable. They ensure you understand the work
being done on your vehicle and the reasons
behind it. This caring attitude extends to their
community involvement, as they actively
sponsor local events and sports teams, believing
in the importance of giving back to the
community.
Jones Road Auto continues to be a trusted
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for vehicle repairs, servicing, and Warrant of
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Plotting ahead to reap future benefits
Expert advice on what
to do for your garden
this week
Vegetables
As winter comes closer, the opportunities
for growing vegetables
are reduced, but garlic and shallots
should go in from now until
early spring.
Plant small sections of bulbs,
pushing them down to half their
depth in rich, well-cultivated soil.
As they begin growing, check
that roots haven’t pushed the
bulbs out of the soil. If they have,
gently press them back in.
Plant cabbage and cauliflower
now for early-summer harvest.
Choose a warm, well-sheltered
place and plant on raised ridges if
the drainage is poor.
Earth up celery and leeks.
Celery plants will have nearly
finished growing, but leeks will
continue until the first hard frost.
Both plants will make further
growth in spring before going to
seed. If celery does show signs
of forming seed heads (bolting),
dig up the plants, wash and dry
stems, cut into 2cm pieces and
freeze.
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Flowers
Rose bushes, if they are showing
signs of old age, should be dug
up and their roots trimmed before
replanting, either in fresh soil on
a new site or in the old position
with plenty of compost, garden
lime and bone dust added.
Some top growth on rose
bushes can be removed now but
wait until August before more
severe pruning.
Rambling roses, however, can
be pruned now. Remove all old,
flowering wood and tie back long,
new growth (canes) made last
summer. Shortening them can
be advantageous, as wood at the
ends which fails to ripen will not
produce flowers.
Pansies, violas, wallflower
(Cheiranthus) and the Primula
group, including polyanthus and
primroses, can go in now for
spring bedding displays.
Plants that flower in early summer,
including Sweet William,
antirrhinums and Canterbury
bells, can also be planted now, as
can Iceland poppies, scabious and
stock.
Crocuses, snowdrops, tulips,
hyacinths and almost all other
spring-flowering bulbs should all
be in by now, but a last-ditch effort
can be made with anemones
and Ranunculus, unless the soil is
heavy and sunshine limited.
Fruit
Strawberries are available in
garden centres now and should be
planted before the soil becomes
too wet for cultivation.
Fresh soil and fresh plantings
are advisable every two or three
years.
Pajaro and the old favourite Red
Gauntlet are reliable choices for
the home garden.
March is a better time to plant
strawberries. If planting now,
prevent them from fruiting this
summer to help them grow strong
for next season.
Instead, let them grow strong
and sturdy for the following two
fruiting seasons.
Apples, pears, plums and cherry
trees can be planted now, but have
the soil in good order first.
Dig it deeply and remove all
perennial weeds, such as docks,
dandelions and couch grass.
Rich manure isn’t essential,
but good soil is vital – fruit won’t
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Stable manure can be stacked
on heavy soils as a mulch around
the young trees in early summer,
when it will help retain moisture
and be in better condition to apply
to delicate root systems.
Dig a circular space for each
tree, about 1.5m across, and 60cm
to 70cm deep.
Put topsoil to one side then mix
some lime and bone dust into the
subsoil, along with a little garden
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Firm, then cover with half
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enough to plant the tree.
Have the hole slightly higher
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Staking is often necessary so
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Root pruning can be a solution
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Trees younger than eight to 10
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Replace tree, firm soil and
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Older trees can be root-pruned
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round the tree, 1-1.5m from the
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Cut the thick roots that have
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Mitsubishi’s upgraded Triton the best yet
OUR NEW UTE sales race
is a two-horse affair between
perennial front-runners the
Toyota Hilux and the Ford
Ranger, with the best of the rest,
the value for money Mitsubishi
Triton.
More than 50,000 Tritons have
now been sold here, cementing
its place as the third most popular
ute in the land and well clear
of its nearest rivals the Nissan
Navara and Isuzu D-Max.
Mitsubishi is looking to widen
the gap on this pair with a new
Triton, the first in nine years, but
worth the wait.
There is more new Triton
to embrace with worthwhile
increases in its overall length and
width of the chassis compared to
its predecessor.
An additional 130mm
between the wheels reduces rear
overhang for greater stability,
cargo capacity and towing
performance.
Prices for the 16-strong line-up
start at $38,690 for the entry level
Motoring with Bob Nettleton
GLX 2WD single cab and chassis
before heading north to $59,990
for the range topping VRX AWD
double cab provided for this
review.
Powered by Mitsubishi’s new
150kW 2.4-litre bi-turbo diesel
with 470Nm of torque, managed
by a proven six-speed automatic,
collectively raise the Triton’s
performance bar to new heights.
Weight reductions and
enhanced components
deliver greater efficiency and
responsiveness. There’s enough
low speed pulling power locked
and loaded to tow sizeable loads.
The test ute cruised sweetly
at open road speeds, with a lot
more hush than before around
engine and road noise. Assertive
accelerative qualities ensures
performance is lively and upbeat
when you need it to be. A sixspeed
automatic does a fine job
with smooth well-sequenced
gear changes that are a good
fit with the motor’s power and
torque profiles.
With its larger footprint, there
are welcome gains in room for
the driver and passengers over
the cabin in the previous model
that, by contrast, felt snug and
narrow.
The in-cab experience is much
better thanks to redesigned seats
featuring power lumbar support
and adjustments. The only thing
you get less of is road noise and
vibration, resulting from chassis
and suspension upgrades, and
new sound insulation on the
doors.
This model showcases plenty
of technology. Up front, is a
9-inch smartphone link display
audio system, a significant
upgrade on the previous model’s
7-inch display, and comes
with an embedded navigation
system, AM/FM radio and
wireless Android Auto/ Apple
CarPlay functionality. Vehicle
information is presented on a
separate 7-inch driver’s display
behind the steering wheel.
While the old model had solid
safety credentials, its successor
takes these onwards and upward
including never-seen before
features.
One is front cross traffic alert,
using radar to alert the driver
via visual and audio alarms if an
approaching vehicle is detected
Rating out of 10: Performance 7; Handling 6; Build Quality
7; Comfort 7; Space 7; Value for money 8; Safety - ANCAP
5-star crash test rating.
Overall points out of 10: 7.5
when entering an intersection.
Other notables on the safety
roster include a new centre
airbag that helped the new
Triton snare a prized five-star
rating under ANCAP’s much
tougher crash testing regime.
Handling is neat and tidy
although there is just a bit too
much body roll when driving
briskly over undulating roads or
during higher speed cornering.
I put this down to slightly
softer springs designed to
improve ride comfort. These and
the dampers could be firmer
to improve the handling ride
comfort balance.
The steering is a big
improvement over the previous
model with welcome increases in
road feel and directness. My off
road excursions only scratched
the surface of this Triton’s crosscountry
traversing abilities.
The farm and forestry tracks I
drove, apart from a few menacing
corrugations and muddy patches,
Classifieds Contact us today Phone our local team 03 379 1100
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These important assessments take place from Tuesday 20th to Thursday 22nd May, and
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are entitled to the assistance of a reader and/or writer.
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Volunteering your time for just one morning or afternoon can make a real difference in a
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LiFT oUT
FeATURing THe BeST
PRoPeRTieS AcRoSS
THe SeLWYn DiSTRicT
PUBLiSHeD eVeRY WeDneSDAY
Week commencing WeDneSDAY, 14TH mAY, 2025
Refer to
page 4
for more
details
Architectural Excellence Abounds!
Immaculately presented & incredibly stylish, this 314m 2
contemporary home is a masterpiece of architectural design by Coll
Architecture. Thoughtfully designed & built to an exceptionally high
standard, this stunning property boasts an over-height stud height
throughout, while the Savant smart home automation system
controls much of the homes technology, including the motorised
blinds & designer lighting by Lume Design. Everyday life unfolds in
the expansive open plan living & dining area, which is anchored by a
custom-designed Palazzo Kitchen with twin ovens, an oversize gas
hob plus twin counters with granite tops. An interconnecting yet
separate lounge features cavity sliders, making it easy to create a
comfortable alternative living space. Over-height glass sliding doors
throughout the home lead out to the landscaped gardens & private
outdoor spaces that redefine the art of tranquil living.
Accommodation comprises 4 double bedrooms, 2 of which feature
luxuriously tiled ensuites, walk-in wardrobes plus sliders to the
outdoors. Designed by Nicola Blakely, all 3 bathrooms plus the
guest toilet are fully tiled with feature custom cabinetry. Radiators
throughout the home, a gas fire & underfloor heating in the kitchen
& bathrooms ensure comfort year-round. A carpeted 3-car garage
with drive-thru to a rear pad & electric car charger ensures room for
the family cars, plus there is ample off-street parking for guests.
Further highlights of this exceptional property include a central
vacuum system, electronic louvre, laundry, spa bath, pop-up
irrigation, surround sound speakers, study nook & an alarm system.
Superbly located within walking distance to Clearview School,
Rolleston College, Selwyn Aquatic Centre & Foster Park, this
highly desirable home must be viewed to be fully appreciated.
Deadline Sale: All offers to be presented at 2pm,
Tuesday 20th May 2025 (unless sold prior)
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz
Listing ID: LIC30981
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd
Licensed (REAA 2008) - Rolleston
Emma Langton-George
Contact:
Mobile: 027 555 0568
Dwayne Bloomfield
Contact:
Mobile: 021 163 9874
19 Cameron Crescent, Rolleston Open Homes: TBA
Proudly 100% Locally
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Call in and see us for all your Real Estate needs
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rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Ltd. Licensed (REAA 2008)

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DEADLINE SALE
3 Brave Street, Rolleston
3A2B2J
DEADLINE SALE
12 Patiki Street, Lincoln
4A2B2J
Welcome to a home that blends
modern style with everyday
functionality. Set on a generous,
well-positioned section, this
beautifully designed 3-bedroom,
2-bathroom property offers
thoughtful features, quality
finishes, and space where it
matters most.
Deadline Sale
4pm Tuesday 20th May
2025 - unless sold prior.
View
Sat 12.15pm -12.45pm
Sun 2.30pm -3.00pm
Georgia Schofield
027 887 7282
georgia.schofield@raywhite.com
Brendan Shefford
027 224 4733
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com
Built by Faye Homes in 2021 &
backed by a Master Build
Guarantee, this exceptional
231sqm home offers modern
living at its finest. On a
generous 682sqm section, the
property enjoys an enviable
reserve outlook with sweeping
views to the Port Hills.
Deadline Sale
4pm Wednesday 14th May
2025 - unless sold prior.
View
Sat 2.00pm - 2.30pm
Sun 12.00pm - 12.30pm
Rowan Shepherd
027 303 1565
rowan.shepherd@raywhite.com
Paul Dodds
021 210 5559
paul.dodds@raywhite.com
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL32279
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30951
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
New Listing/Open Home
FOR SALE
26 Bonecrusher Street, Lincoln
• Highly spec'd 201m2 home with loads of extras!
• Open plan living & separate lounge with boxed ceilings,
large kitchen with WIP, stone benches
• Ducted heat pump, fresh air fan, undertile heating in
kitchen & bathrooms, upgraded insulation
• Amazing outdoor decking, zen garden zone, fruit trees
• Great location in Lincoln, reserve outlook, nearby to
preschool, playground and Lincoln Primary
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL32277
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
For Sale
Offers Over $920,000
View
Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm
Sunday 2.00 - 2.30pm
3A2B2L2H2J612F
Leesa Booth
027 947 1200
leesa.booth@raywhite.com

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New Listing/Open Home
AUCTION
38 Blakes Road, Prebbleton
• Spacious 261m² home on a sun-soaked section
• Open-plan living forms the heart of the home
• Separate lounge ideal for movie nights or a quiet retreat
• Beautifully designed kitchen with a large walk-in pantry
• Two heat pumps & gas fireplace for year-round comfort
• Seamless indoor-outdoor flow to a louvre-covered patio
• Private gardens with secure space for kids and pets
• Separate laundry & excellent storage throughout
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/PRB30570
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
Auction
Thursday 22nd May 2025 at
11.00am (unless sold prior)
View
Thursday 2.00 - 2.30pm
Sunday 12.30 - 1.00pm
4A2B2L1D3I2J772F
Kate Cameron
027 688 8057
kate.cameron@raywhite.com
Brendan 'Big Red' Shefford
027 224 4733
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com
FOR SALE
144 Dunns Crossing Road, Rolleston
FOR SALE
39 Navy Loop, Rolleston
4A2B2J
An exciting opportunity to own
a prime 550sqm section in one
of Rolleston's fastest-growing
and most desirable
communities. Perfectly
positioned this generous parcel
of land is ready for you to build
the home you've always
envisioned.
For Sale
$359,000
View
by appointment
Brendan Shefford
027 224 4733
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com
Jaspal Singh
021 058 2551
jaspal.singh@raywhite.com
Step into this beautifully
designed four-bedroom, twobathroom
home that effortlessly
combines space, style &
comfort. You'll be captivated by
the superb flow that carries you
from room to room, making
everyday living & entertaining a
true pleasure.
For Sale
Offers Over $899,000
View
Sat 1.15pm - 1.45pm
Brendan Shefford
027 224 4733
brendan.shefford@raywhite.com
Georgia Schofield
027 887 7282
georgia.schofield@raywhite.com
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL32291
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL32290
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

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Open Home
DEADLINE SALE
19 Cameron Crescent, Rolleston
• Architecturally designed & expertly crafted 314m2 home
with over-height stud plus bespoke features throughout
• Expansive open plan living areas plus separate lounge
• Designer Palazzo kitchen boasts twin ovens & granite tops
• 4 bedrooms, 2 with fully tiled ensuites & walk-in robes
• Landscaped & private gardens create an urban sanctuary
• Savant smart home system, alarm, surround sound, radiator
heating, study nook, 3 car garage with drive-thru & more!
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30981
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
Deadline Sale
2pm, Tuesday 20th May 2025
(unless sold prior)
View
Thursday 1.00 - 1.30pm
Sunday 12.15 - 12.45pm
4A3B2L3J
Emma Langton-George
027 555 0568
emma.langton-george@raywhite.com
Dwayne Bloomfield
021 163 9874
dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com
New Listing/Open Home
FOR SALE
692b Weedons Road, Rolleston
4.0008G
DEADLINE SALE
91 Carnaveron Drive, Lincoln
3A2B1L2J
• Bring your vision to life!
• Expansive 4.0008 hectare of
flat, bare land with views to
the Port Hills
• Fully fenced with established
shelter belt on 2 boundaries
• Easy access to the Southern
Motorway & close to the
many amenities of Rolleston
For Sale
By negotiation
View
By appointment
Emma Langton-George
027 555 0568
emma.langton-george@raywhite.com
Dwayne Bloomfield
021 163 9874
dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com
• Beautifully presented home
set in desirable Barton Fields
• Light & bright kitchen boasts
stone benchtops & WIP
• Open plan living area has an
easy flow to the gardens
• Covered patio, raised garden
beds, artificial lawn & caravan
park with charger
Deadline Sale
2pm, Thursday 27th May
2025 (unless sold prior)
View
Thursday 2.30 - 3.00pm
Sunday 1.30 - 2.00pm
Emma Langton-George
027 555 0568
emma.langton-george@raywhite.com
Harwinder Gill
0211682685
harwinder.gill@raywhite.com
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30980
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30984
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

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New Listing/Open Home
New Listing/Open Home
DEADLINE SALE
8 Carnaveron Drive, Lincoln
4A1K2B2L2J
FOR SALE
44 Bradbury Avenue, Rolleston
4A2B2C2J
• Superbly spacious & sunny
245sqm executive home
• Open plan living areas with
dual sided feature gas fire
• Modern kitchen boasts tristone
benchtops plus scullery
• Study nook, oversized garage,
tiled showers, alarm, internal
& external speakers + more!
Deadline Sale
2pm, Tuesday 20th May
2025 (unless sold prior)
View
Thursday 1.00 - 1.30pm
Sunday 2.45 - 3.15pm
Emma Langton-George
027 555 0568
emma.langton-george@raywhite.com
Dwayne Bloomfield
021 163 9874
dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com
• 158m2 floorplan | 600m2
section
• Easy care open plan living
• Family friendly backyard
• Walking distance to shopping
center's
For Sale
By Negotiation
View
Call for viewing options
Caine Hopcroft
027 330 1002
caine.hopcroft@raywhite.com
Nicole King
0277 219 383
nicole.king@raywhite.com
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30978
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL32247
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
New Listing/Open Home
FOR SALE
46 Ridgeway Avenue, Rolleston
4A2B2C2J
DEADLINE SALE
7 Lincoln Tai Tapu Road, Tai Tapu
4A3B3J
• 170m2 floorplan | 553m2
section
• Family sized backyard with
loads of potential
• Sleek kitchen & living spaces
• Tiled kitchen & bathroom
flooring
For Sale
By Negotiation
View
Call for viewing options
Holly Partridge
027 777 1270
holly.partridge@raywhite.com
Caine Hopcroft
027 330 1002
caine.hopcroft@raywhite.com
Exceptional multi-generational
property in the heart of Tai
Tapu - the perfect blend of
space, style & versatility.
Offering both 1-bedroom & 3-
bedroom living options, both
with their own access & internal
garage.
Deadline Sale
4pm Tuesday 20th May
2025 - unless sold prior.
View
Sat 1.00 - 1.30pm
Sun 1.30 - 2.00pm
Fiona Shearing
021 229 6009
fiona.shearing@raywhite.com
Georgina Christie
027 523 2641
georgina.christie@raywhite.com
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL31765
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/LIC30970
Town & Lifestyle Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

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[Edition datE]
Find your place,
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Your Lincoln, your future.
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For all enquiries please contact:
Incorporating show homes
in your planning process
There are many things to think about when you’re
considering building a new home.
Browsing show homes is a fantastic way
to get you thinking about practicalities,
needs, aesthetics and your wish list! Here
are a few consideration’s to help spark your
planning process.
• What is your exterior style? What kind
of homes do you like? Look around and
take a mental note of what you are drawn
to most.
• What kind of exterior materials do you
like? Once you’ve worked out the look
you like, research what materials are
available and find out about durability.
• How will you use your house? It’s
important to most people to have a good
indoor/outdoor flow and attractive,
sheltered outdoor living. Imagine your
home in various seasons.
• Landscaping is important. Look around
and consider what you like and don’t like.
Are you a structured formal garden type
or do you like a contemporary native
style?
• Sustainability and future-proofing
aren’t just buzzwords anymore. It’s
very important for your new home to
be environmentally friendly. Research
insulation requirements, solar hot water
heating, ventilation options and new
technology to ensure your home will be
affordable to run.
• Interior décor is really exciting. This is
where show homes can really help you get
to know current trends, colours, beautiful
furnishings and furniture. Collect home
magazines and figure out what you’d love
to emulate.
• Also, pause to give thought to
architectural components inside. Do you
remember a raised ceiling? What kind of
finishing do top homes use and which
styles are you drawn to?
• Heating is also a consideration. Have a
look at what show homes are offering.
• Kitchens form the heart of the house.
Show homes give you insight into the
latest styles, materials and storage
facilities available.
• Bathrooms are another big component.
They need to be as luxurious as you can
make them, so start dreaming.
Kitchens form the heart
of the house. Show
homes give you insight
into the latest styles,
materials and storage
facilities available.
RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL
SOLD
Residential & Lifestyle
Real Estate Opportunity
34 King Street, Coalgate
After being listed for three years elsewhere, this
property found its perfect match in just one week!
With the right strategy and a fresh approach, the sale was swift and successful,
proving that sometimes all it takes is a new perspective to achieve great results.
Sarah van Hoof
Sales Consultant
CALL SARAH TODAY
M 027 230 9624
E sarah.vanhoof@pggwrightson.co.nz
Are you looking for a change or a new challenge?
PGG Wrightson Real Estate have experienced, successful teams whose
expertise is selling provincial, residential and lifestyle properties.
We provide hands on coaching, development and mentoring to people
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we’d love to talk to you about what our team can offer you.
For a confidential chat, contact Linda Fogarty,
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Phone 027 294 4818
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CHRIS JONES AND TEAM
List and sell with the best
Partner with a leading real estate team and experience a level of service
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Bayleys Canterbury
Residential / Commercial / Rural / Property Services

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A breath of fresh air
There’s nothing worse than the smell of your
latest culinary creation wafting through your
living spaces. Beyond just dealing with kitchen
aromas, kitchen range hoods address the more
serious issue of condensation from cooking
steam. There are many different types, so
which one should you choose?
First, if you are building or renovating, you
need to decide whether to opt for ducted
or recirculating models. In New
Zealand, ducted range hoods
must vent outside, preventing
potential fire hazards and
condensation-related rot in
the ceiling cavity.
Ducted or recirculating?
Recirculating models use
carbon or charcoal filters
to recirculate air, with
replacement filters needing to
be purchased every three to
six months. They also don’t
remove moisture. On the
other hand, ducted hoods
are more efficient at moisture
removal but involve a higher
installation cost.
Types of range hoods:
Fixed hood - As the
name suggests, they are
permanently fixed
to the wall
or
under a cupboard like a flat box. Fixed hoods
are limited in how much steam they can
remove, but smooth-surfaced hoods are easy
to clean.
Canopy - These are usually made in various
shapes in stainless steel or glass and are fixed
to the wall or hung from the ceiling. Most
canopy hoods are ducted vertically through
the ceiling or wall. Canopy hoods often have
additional features, including electronic
controls and three or four fan speeds. These
fans are efficient with a higher airflow than
fixed hoods.
Tilt hoods - These are built-in and have
a front panel that tilts open to be used. Tilt
hoods are mounted between cupboards and
have a good capacity to remove a lot of steam.
Retractable or slide-out hoods - These are
usually mounted under cupboards and are
designed to be out of the way when you’re not
using them. The extension slides out with an
automatic fan and light. They have a limited
capacity for collecting steam.
Undermount or integrated hoods -
These are out of sight and built into a cupboard
above the cooktop. Undermount or integrated
hoods may not be as efficient as a canopy
hood.
Downdraft hoods - For the ultimate in
being discreet, these range hoods rise from the
back of the cooktops when needed. However,
they may not be as effective as other types.
Choose a range hood that
best suits your needs and
budget, and create a functional
and inviting kitchen. Breathe
easier and cook with comfort!
Auctions | Mon 19 May
to Thu 26 Jun 2025
Autumn is a fantastic time to sell with a Bayleys
auction. Our Big Fall Auction Showcase is the
perfect opportunity to get your home under the
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Invest in a Bayleys auction and let’s
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Darfield 03 975 4559
Leeston 03 324 3704
bayleys.co.nz/canterbury
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JACKIE
DERRICK
LOCAL SUCCESS
Rolleston 359 Dunns Crossing Road Rolleston 25 Jozecom Place Rolleston 38 Chert Street
Legendary Local. Extraordinary Results.
Born and raised in the Selwyn area, Jackie combines unmatched
local knowledge with a proven track record, having sold over $300
million in property within the community. After a well-deserved
break, she’s back and ready to help you with your next move.
Jackie Derrick | 027 636 3576
jackie.derrick@bayleys.co.nz
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Residential / Commercial / Rural / Property Services

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Dunsandel 282 Sharlands Road
20ha (50 acres) fully irrigated property
This stunning property will tick all the boxes. Located in the hub of a highly regarded farming district and
surrounded by quality dairy operations, this versatile property presents an exceptional opportunity to purchase a
productive standalone unit or as an addition to an existing farming operation in the area. There is an excellent water
consent in place. With a history of dairy grazing and milking, the opportunities here are endless. Complementing
this special property is a modern five-bedroom family home (350sqm), set well back from the road in an established
and private garden setting, this spacious residence offers a peaceful retreat while being just minutes from
Dunsandel and Rolleston townships. Another feature is the excellent shedding. Land currently leased out giving a
guaranteed income to an approved purchaser.
bayleys.co.nz/5525843
20.699 ha 5 6
For Sale offers invited over
$1,600,000 + GST (if any)
Phone for viewing times
Chris Flanagan 027 433 4657
chris.flanagan@bayleys.co.nz
John Bailey 027 893 0234
john.bailey@bayleys.co.nz
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NEW LISTING
Leeston 39 Woodville Street
A smart move for families or upsizers
Set on a generous 969sqm (approx.) section in the heart of Leeston, this low-maintenance home offers an
exceptional lifestyle for families, professionals, or anyone seeking space and practicality in a welcoming community.
Built in 1991, the home has been thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality. Step inside to a warm and
inviting entrance that flows through to the open-plan kitchen and dining area, the true hub of the home. Sliding
doors lead into a second, generously sized living room, creating a seamless connection between spaces for family
living and entertaining. A log burner in this room ensures warmth and ambience during the cooler months. The
second living area also opens out to a sun-soaked patio, the perfect spot to unwind with a coffee, host gatherings, or
simply relax while watching the kids play on the lush lawn.
bayleys.co.nz/5527090
4 2 2 2
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
2pm, Tue 27 May 2025
Phone for viewing times
Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519
suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz
John Bailey 027 893 0234
john.bailey@bayleys.co.nz
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NEW LISTING
Leeston 28 Lunn Crescent
Modern living
Situated on a corner section in the popular Woodbury Estate, this stunning fully fenced home, built in 2023, offers
modern living with all the comforts and conveniences you need. As you step inside, you're greeted by a light and
airy open-plan living and dining area, creating a welcoming space for family gatherings or quiet evenings. The living
area seamlessly flows into a well-appointed kitchen, complete with a walk-in pantry - perfect for those who love to
cook and entertain. Sliding doors open to a north-facing deck, where you can soak up the sun and enjoy a spacious
lawn area, ideal for outdoor dining, play, or relaxation. A second living room adds versatility to the home, offering a
great space for the family to spread out or for entertaining guests and also enjoys views to the garden. With three
double bedrooms, all featuring built-in robes, there's plenty of room for everyone.
3 2 2 2
For Sale offers invited over $739,000
Phone for viewing times
Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519
suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz
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bayleys.co.nz/5527106
Rolleston 181A and B Falcons View Road
First home, investment and multigenerational living
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to secure a brand-new two or three-bedroom duplex on their own freehold titles.
Built to an exceptional standard by Generation Homes, these homes offer modern living with quality craftsmanship
and thoughtful design throughout. The three-bedroom home features a generous layout with a master bedroom
complete with a stylish ensuite and tiled shower, plus a full main bathroom. The two-bedroom home has a spacious
bathroom including tiled shower, sundrenched, open plan living and easy care sunny backyard. Enjoy high-end
finishes, and added extras that truly set these homes apart. Located in a growing, family-friendly area with excellent
amenities nearby. Viewing is a must – contact us today to arrange your private inspection.
bayleys.co.nz/5527114
5 2 3 2
Price by Negotiation
Phone for viewing times
Andrew Taylor 027 435 5930
andrew.taylor@bayleys.co.nz
Sam Chamberlain 027 388 9409
sam.chamberlain@bayleys.co.nz
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Rolleston 2/25-27 Link Drive
Lease options available
This premium facility is purpose-built to accommodate high-volume warehousing, logistics, and loose material
storage, making it one of the most versatile properties in the market today.
Designed for efficiency, this warehouse boasts load-bearing walls, a 9m knee height, and large sliding doors,
ensuring seamless heavy vehicle access and optimal operational flow. The expansive hardstand concrete yard is
perfect for container lay-down areas, heavy vehicle maneuvering, and/or an MPI-approved transitional facility.
bayleys.co.nz/5523396
2,741 sqm
For Lease
Steven Schwalger 022 041 8940
steven.schwalger@bayleys.co.nz
Sam Stone 021 330 479
sam.stone@bayleys.co.nz
Scott Bentley 027 203 3310
scott.bentley@bayleys.co.nz
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NEW LISTING
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Southbridge 8 Bridge Street
Estate realisation
Privately positioned at the end of a driveway on a sprawling 2,732sqm (approx.) section, this substantial family
home offers a rare combination of space, versatility, and lifestyle in the heart of Southbridge. Perfectly suited to
families, hobbyists, or those simply wanting extra room to spread out, this property is a must-see for anyone
seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle with the convenience of township amenities close at hand. Constructed from
reliable permanent materials, the home is solid and welcoming, with established trees and gardens creating a
wonderful sense of privacy and serenity. Inside, the layout has been thoughtfully designed to cater to both relaxed
family living and entertaining. The open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space serves as the hub of the home, ideal
for everyday life, with sliding doors opening out to a sun-soaked patio.
4 2 2 4
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
2pm, Tue 20 May 2025
Phone for viewing times
Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519
suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz
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West Melton 1675B West Coast Road
Ready to build
With all the hard work already done this 4.00ha (more or less) bare land block in West Melton offers a fantastic
opportunity. Featuring a sealed driveway, stunning views of the Southern Alps, and a reliable water supply with a
well and 30,000-litre storage tank, this property is ready to go. The land is well subdivided into four 1-hectare
paddocks, each equipped with concrete stock troughs and fully fenced with post-and-netting fencing, making it
ideal for farming, grazing, or livestock. With three-phase power and phone lines already installed, everything
needed is in place for future development. Located just a short commute to West Melton and Christchurch, this
block offers the perfect balance of rural living and city access. Don't miss out on this ready-to-build property — the
hard work has been done, now it’s your turn to make it your own. Contact agents for further information.
4ha
Asking Price $750,000
View by appointment
Caleb Tod 027 450 1008
caleb.tod@bayleys.co.nz
Craig Blackburn 027 489 7225
craig.blackburn@bayleys.co.nz
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By Negotiation
Negotiable Over $1,090,000
By Negotiation
$220,000
3 1 2 2
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4 2 2 2
26 Gemstone Place
Rolleston
1454 Springs Road
Lincoln
17 McCauley Street
Rolleston
Lot 1 The Rowans Terrace Downs, 623
Coleridge Rd, Windwhistle
Classic Design and Modern Convenience
This is the perfect home to raise your
family—ideally situated in a quiet, safe cul-de-sac
and zoned for both Lemonwood Grove School
and Rolleston Christian School.
This newly completed Jennian Home
harmoniously blends classic design and modern
convenience at the end of a private lane. It
ensures privacy and peace of mind through
thoughtful planning and exceptional
craftsmanship. Contact me today to view this
immaculate property.
Garaging, Comfort & Entertaining
Welcome to your dream family home, where
space, warmth, and effortless indoor-outdoor
living create the perfect setting for everyday life
and special occasions. Designed with families in
mind, this four-bedroom haven is packed with
features that make living and entertaining a joy.
This home is more than just a place to live — it’s a
place to create lasting family memories. Don’t
miss out — contact us today to arrange a
viewing!
Location Location Location
If a central Rolleston location is what you’re after,
this is your best bet. This great opportunity
includes a spacious, well-maintained 206m2
(approx) (plus approx 47m2 patio) permanent
material family home set on a private and secure
753m2 (approx) section.
Perfect place to call home, or ideal location and
layout for an investment property. Call now to
arrange a private viewing.
Build Your Dream Home Amidst Stunning
Scenery
This blank canvas section has established trees
and 360-degree views. It boasts being within
close proximity to the 3rd fairway green and the
4th fairway tee block. Perfect for either watching
the golf action, or practicing your own game
without having to travel.
Call me now to request a the property
documents, or find out more about this wonderful
opportunity to own a slice of paradise.
Call: Leah Scott
0274 295 126
Call: Anita
Middleton & Ian
Middleton
022 151 2671
022 121 1925
Call: Steph Kimber
0274 182 150
Call: Steph Kimber
0274 182 150
Selwyn Team: Steph Kimber - 0274 182 150 | Anita Middleton - 022 151 2671 | Ian Middleton - 022 121 1925 | Leah Scott - 0274 295 126 | Megan Doyle - 021 150 9357

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Katie Harrison
021 135 0887
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021 221 7027
Shelley McCully
027 275 1695
Prebbleton 31 Hinterland Drive
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West Melton 6/616 Halkett Road
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Cust 81 Terrace Road
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Hanmer Springs 3/523 Woodbank Road
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St Albans 3/22 Ranfurly Street
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Mairehau 10 Nancy Avenue
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Rangiora
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Rolleston
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Our award-winning team consistently delivers results year after year, and
we are committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients. If
you are looking to buy or sell a property, contact us today. Let us show you
why working with Harcourts is the best choice for your real estate needs.
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Two local mums. One mission: to sell your home with style, strategy,
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Between school drop-offs and gym class, Lucy & Sarah are closing deals
and building real connections - because behind every sold sign is a story,
and these two know how to tell it. With years of sales expertise, a sharp
eye for digital marketing, and enough neighbourhood know-how to
navigate the trickiest of markets, they bring double the energy, double
the value, and a whole lot of passion to every property they touch.
They’re not your average agents - they’re real women, real mums with
real results. Sarah’s chasing after her two boys (Cohen & Ethan), Lucy’s
juggling her daughter Riley and their golden retriever Ace, but when it
comes to selling your home? All focus, all fire.
Whether it’s online strategy or old-school relationship building, they
blend tech-savvy promotion with personal touch to get your property
seen - and SOLD.
Trustworthy. Respectful. Relatable. And just cheeky enough to make
real estate feel fun again.
Ready to sell with sparkle? Lucy & Sarah have the hustle,
the heart, and the high-fives to get you there.
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Lucy Crighton & Sarah Braithwaite
021 173 0875 | 022 157 4470
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Add style and comfort with accessories
Freshen up your living space by
swapping out throws and cushions.
These accessories can easily transform
a room’s look and atmosphere, adding
comfort and style to any home without
costing lots of money.
The temperature can fluctuate this
time of year, and some nights are chillier
than others. Throws, also known as
blankets or afghans, are both practical
and decorative. Beyond keeping you
warm on chilly evenings, throws add
texture and colour to your furniture.
They are often made from soft materials
like fleece, wool, or cotton and are
perfect for draping over sofas, chairs,
or the foot of your bed. However, apart
from their comfort, they can also add a
touch of personality and visual interest
to your room. Choose throws in colours
and patterns that complement the
colour scheme of your decor, or opt for
bold patterns to make a statement.
Cushions can be easily switched
out to refresh the look of a room and
are a cost-effective way to update the
room’s style. You can get a pop of colour
while making the most of the cushion’s
lumbar support on the couch or bed.
Mix and match different sizes, shapes,
colours, patterns and textures creatively
for visual interest. You can also tie
together the existing colours of your
curtains, wall art or furniture for a more
cohesive look.
Updating these accessories doesn’t
need a significant investment. Swapping
out throws and cushions enables you to
experiment with new season trends or
current styles and your tastes without
committing to completely overhauling
your decor. Depending on the season,
you could choose lightweight cotton
throws and cushions in spring and
summer and opt for warmer, richer
tones in soft and inviting materials like
fleece or faux fur for the autumn and
winter.
Throws and cushions combine style
and comfort, and by using these simple
accessories, you can transform any
space into a warm and inviting haven.
Showcase your creativity and style and
enhance the comfort and look of your
living space with versatile and budgetfriendly
throws and cushions.
Selling your home?
Potential buyers are likely to be
living in your neighbourhood, it’s
an area that they already love
and are actively seeking to stay
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advertise your property in the
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For cost effective, highly targeted advertising
that delivers results, contact a local
Real Estate Company that advertises in
the Selwyn Property Guide.
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Springston 117 Swamp Road
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Complete Rural Package
Located on the outskirts of Springston, this 23.6-hectare property offers a well-balanced mix of productive grazing
land, solid infrastructure, and a tidy family home. With a practical layout and quality pastures, it's well suited for those
looking to fatten or rear beef cattle, or explore a range of rural uses. The land has been run as a beef finishing
operation in conjunction with an adjoining 10-hectare block, consistently wintering 90 - 110 cattle. Subdivided into 11
main paddocks plus a larger holding paddock, all accessed via a central race, the block is well set up for efficient stock
management. Pastures are in excellent condition with a diverse mix of chicory, plantain, red clover, and ryegrass,
supporting healthy stock performance year-round. Water is supplied via two bore - one for irrigation and one for
domestic and stock use - with a ring main running through the property. All paddocks are serviced by K-Line irrigation,
ensuring reliable water coverage throughout. Infrastructure is a standout, featuring a large storage shed with
attached four-bay lean-to (one bay lockable), a second four-bay implement shed with an additional storage area, and
a separate double garage, a separate four car garage and a detached garage beside the home.
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12.00pm, (unless sold prior)
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Justin Le Lievre
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Simon Anderson
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Lincoln 14 Ashgrove Court
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Spacious Family Haven
This exceptional 280m2 family home sits on a generous 827m2 (approx) section in a much sought-after suburb of
Lincoln. Featuring 4 bedrooms (with the master being very spacious) and 2 bathrooms, the property offers abundant
living space with dual lounges and seamless indoor-outdoor flow for entertaining. The kitchen boasts a double oven
for those cooking buffs and walk in pantry . The home also has underfloor heating in the kitchen and ensuite areas.
Stay comfortable year-round with 3 heat pumps, including a ducted system distributing warmth throughout the
home. The practical 2-car garage includes an extended workshop area for projects or storage. The main hallway is
wide and spacious which allow easy movement for family members. Built with quality in mind, the home showcases
brick exterior cladding, a durable long run roof, and double-glazed aluminum windows throughout (except in the
garage). Additional features include a separate laundry and reticulated gas for efficient energy options. The home
located in a private cul-de-sac presents beautifully from the roadside. Perfectly positioned with excellent proximity to
schools and shops, this property has beautiful landscaped gardens designed with privacy in mind. An ideal family
sanctuary combining space, comfort, and convenience.
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(unless sold prior)
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Lincoln 194a Davidsons Road
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Expansive family retreat on 10.88 Hectares
Designed with lifestyle and comfort in mind, this remarkable 521sqm (approx.) home sits proudly on 10.8783 hectares (more
or less) of prime, private land. Bathed in all-day sun and beautifully sheltered, this property offers the perfect balance of rural
tranquillity and modern convenience. Step inside to discover expansive open-plan living areas that effortlessly cater to family
life and entertaining. A gas fire and log burner create a warm, welcoming ambience, while an integrated sound system
extends throughout the living zones and out to the entertaining areas. Host in style with a dedicated games room, bar, wine
cellar, and multiple indoor/outdoor entertaining spaces. The heart of the home is complemented by four generous double
bedrooms, a spacious study, and four bathrooms, ensuring ample space for growing families or guests. A separate living wing,
complete with its own kitchenette, provides ideal accommodation for extended family, teenagers, or visitors seeking privacy.
Outdoors, a swimming pool adds a luxurious touch, while pop-up sprinklers and established landscaping make garden
maintenance a breeze.
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Sat 17 May 2.00 - 3.00pm
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FOR SALE
189 BEETHAMS ROAD, LEESTON
COUNTRY HOMESTEAD ON 6000M2
Located just minutes from Leeston township, surrounded by rural landscapes and mountain vistas, this
substantial brick homestead on a manageable parcel of land offers a truly enviable country lifestyle.
Set among picturesque lawns and gardens, the home features four bedrooms, multiple living areas, a
formal dining room, kitchen with adjoining pantry, laundry, and several bathroom options. Heating is
provided by a heat pump and log burner.
Built to last in the early 1900s and held by the same family for most of its life, the homestead remains
largely original, showcasing beautiful wood panelling, a genuine staircase, and much more. With your
vision and flair, this grand home can be transformed into a masterpiece.
Situated on 6000m², the property includes mature shelter, an orchard, vegetable gardens, a hen house,
and a small pony paddock — everything you need for an idyllic country lifestyle.
Opportunities like this are rare. Early viewing is highly recommended.
4 2 1 2 330m² 6000m²
ENQUIRIES OVER $799,000
VIEWINGS
Sunday 18th May
STEPHAN KNOWLER
stephan@mkrealestate.co.nz
027 229 9522
1:45 pm - 2:30 pm
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NEW LISTING
5 SIMMS LANE, WEST MELTON
MODERNISED HOME IN THE HEART OF WEST MELTON
Having poured countless hours and significant investment into transforming this home, the current owners
are now reluctantly saying goodbye due to a job transfer. Their hard work is your gain, this beautifully
renovated property is ready for its next chapter, offering a perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality.
Since 2024, the residence has undergone extensive upgrades to ensure a contemporary lifestyle. A convenient
ducted heat pump system guarantees your family's year-round comfort, while the stylish new curtains and
carpets inject a sense of freshness throughout the home. The transformation extends to both bathrooms,
which have been fully renovated with a keen eye for detail and luxury. The home's generous proportions are
exemplified by all bedrooms, which offer ample space for relaxation and personalisation.
4 2 2 2 249m² 1064m²
DEADLINE SALE, 27TH MAY AT 12:00 PM
VIEWINGS
Sunday 18th May
Wednesday 21st May
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Deadline Sale Closing Tuesday 27th May at 12.00 pm (unless sold prior)
CAMERON MCRAE
Cameron@mkrealestate.co.nz
027 769 6696
MKREALESTATE.CO.NZ Powered by Ownly Ltd. Licensed REAA 2008

Your guide to all things Real Estate
in the Selwyn District
Preparation is key when it
comes to paint
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As we move towards winter and we’re all spending
more time inside, it’s the ideal time to perk up and
refresh your home – and few things have as big an
impact as giving your walls a fresh coat of paint.
You can hire out professionals to get the job done
for you, but if you fancy tackling it yourself then it
isn’t too difficult a job. It can be tempting to cut a
few corners to save time, especially if DIY isn’t your
favourite way to spend your free time, but by taking
a bit of time to prepare before you get going, you’ll
end with a much smarter, professional-looking
finish and potentially save yourself a lot of hassle
later down the line.
So, let’s get cracking, shall we?
Clear the way
Before you get started make things easier by
clearing out the room as much as you can. Take
down any artwork, mirrors, or framed photographs
from your walls, but don’t stop there – remove as
much furniture from the room as you can. For
larger items or things you can’t find room for
elsewhere cover them with an dust sheet – or an old
bed sheet – to keep them safe from splashes.
Finally, remove any rugs or mats and then cover
up carpets or floors with dust sheets, old bedding,
or even newspaper.
Check your walls
With everything nicely cleared out, it’s a good
time to check for any signs of damage to your walls
before you get going with the paintbrush.
Small holes or cracks can be easily fixed with
some filler. Choose one that is designed for the
surface you’re painting. Before applying filler, make
sure the area is clean and scrape off any old paint or
loose plaster that may be hanging around.
Apply a thin layer of the filer, ensuring the hole
or crack is completely covered. Carefully spread the
filler across the area as required and then remove
excess with a swift downward stroke. Once the
filler is in place, and you’ve allowed it to dry, sand it
down until its nice and smooth.
Any other rough patches of plaster or flaking
paint can also be tackled with the sandpaper to give
yourself a consistent surface to work with.
Clean it up
With your walls now clear and free of cracks,
bumps, or holes, it’s time to get cleaning to make
sure you’ve got rid of any dust, grease, or grime – all
of which can stop the paint from sticking.
Grab and a bucket of warm, soapy water, and a
cloth and get going. Once you’ve given the walls a
thorough clean, give them a final once-over with a
damp sponge to remove any traces of soap and once
that’s done, let them air dry naturally.
Tape it off
To get nice, neat edges, grab a roll of masking
tape and carefully roll it along edges you don’t want
to paint, including skirting boards and window
frames. Push the tape down firmly and make sure
there’s no gaps for paint to seep underneath.
Last checks
If you’ve followed all the steps above, it’s almost
time to get going, but before you do take a quick
look around you. Chances are, the cleaning and
sanding may have made a bit of a mess, so take
a few minutes to clear it up before you start. The
gather together everything you’ll need for the job,
paints, brushes, rollers, white spirit, etc, so that
you’re ready to get cracking.
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Faringdon, 28 Finstock Way, Rolleston
Faringdon, 30 Finstock Way, Rolleston
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This immaculate and homely property is sure
to impress with:
• A spacious living/dining/kitchen
• Large walk in pantry
• 3 Double bedrooms
• Master ensuite and walk in robe
• Double internal access garage
• An easy care fully fenced
section, green house, gardens
• GJ Gardner Home - Built 2015
• Section size: 611m2
• House Area: 174m2
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Selwyn Team: Julz Evans - 027 393 6472 | Leah Scott - 027 429 5126
Call Julz Evans
027 393 6472
A lot of planning and emotion has been lovingly
put into designing this high spec Peter Ray
home and has clever surprises throughout,
with:
• 4 Double bedrooms, master bedroom with
ensuite with walk through robe and sliding
doors to outside
• Separate lounge
• Heat pump/heat transfer system
• Pellet Fire
• Established 747m2 section
with fruit trees
Call Julz Evans
027 393 6472
This pristine family home is offering the X and
wow-factors that will captivate and delight you
instantly.
• 4 double bedrooms - master with ensuite,
walk through robe and exterior doors
opening to the outdoor patio area
• Separate lounge
• Heat pump/HRV system
• Spa pool - 5 person HotSpring
with colour changing lights
• Arch Gola with outdoor fireplace
• Section size: 793m2
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027 393 6472
Just makes total sense - 0800 663 737 - total realty.co.nz
Are you 55 years old and want to socialise more?
Then look no further than this superbly finished
Mike Greer Village.
• Spacious bedrooms, dining and living areas
• An open-plan kitchen with high-quality
appliances
• Underfloor heating in the bathroom and
kitchen. A separate toilet and hand basin.
• A user-friendly laundry with great storage and
a hard-wearing stone benchtop.
• Double glazed with a Master
Build Guarantee
Call Leah Scott
027 429 5126
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