North Canterbury News: October 02, 2025

Thursday,October 2, 2025 | Issue1166 | www.starnews.co.nz 

Waimakariri 

Hurunui 

SATURDAY 

25TH OCTOBER 

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Kaiapoi, Rangiora, Woodend, Pegasus, Cust, Oxford, Ashley, Sefton, Amberley, Waipara, Waikari, Hawarden, Cheviot, Culverden, Waiau, Hanmer Springs 

Infinity shifts 

future focus 

to Canterbury 

ByDAVID HILL, 

Local Democracy Reporter 

AWānakabased developer 

says the ‘‘future is in 

Canterbury’’. 

Councils have been coming 

under fire for being too slow to 

open up land for housing, but 

now that more land has opened 

up, Infinity Investment Group 

can see abig future in North 

Canterbury. 

‘‘Our future is Canterbury. 

‘‘We still have some projects 

in Cromwell, but the real 

growth is in Christchurch and 

North Canterbury,’’ managing 

director Paul Croft said. 

Infinity has projects in 

Belfast, Yaldhurst and 

Ravenswood, and was also the 

founder of Pegasus Town. 

Mr Croft said he is 

particularly proud of the 

Ravenswood development. 

‘‘I’ve seen this develop from a 

blade of grass. Ravenswood is 

New Zealand’s newest town 

centre. 

‘‘This has been an amazing 

ride for alittle Timaru boy.’’ 

The subdivision has 220 

sections left for sale out of 1500, 

while anew development of up 

to 3000 sections at nearby 

Gressons Road is now being 

planned, following the 

adoption of the new 

Waimakariri District Plan. 

The Ravenswood Central 

retail and commercial 

development is growing, with a 

further 8ha to be developed 

over the next 10 years. 

‘‘Our focus is on having lots of 

carparking,’’ Mr Croft said. 

‘‘We already have people 

from Kaiapoi and Rangiora 

coming here for the ease of 

carparking.’’ 

Mr Croft said he estimated 

the development has created 

more than 1000 jobs and could 

create thousands more over the 

next decade. 

‘‘What’s really exciting is that 

it’s creating jobs for young 

people,particularlyinthe 

supermarket. 

‘‘This project has been 

focusedaround young families 

and also for those downsizing.’’ 

He said there are signs the 

market is improving, with five 

sections sold in the last week 

‘‘and we haven’t seen that in a 

while’’. 

When formerTransport 

MinisterSimeon Brown gave 

the goaheadfor the Woodend 

Bypass in July last year, Waka 

Kotahi NZ TransportAgency 

staff expressedsurprise at how 

much the Ravenswood subdivisionhad 

grown. 

It prompted arethink of the 

bypass design, which will see 

the Pegasus roundabout 

replacedbyanoverpass. 

‘‘Having anunderpass to 

Pegasus will be significant, and 

it is something the community 

wants to happen,’’ Mr Croft 

said. 

‘‘It’s takenalongtime, but it 

will finally happen.’’ 

WaimakaririMPMatt 

Doocey said the completed 

Woodend Bypass will open up 

Ravenswood Central as a 

shopping destination for 

people from north 

Christchurch. 

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Athousand dogs strut their stuff 

By JOHN COSGROVE 

Keeping the show running on time was 

the only majorheadache the Show 

Directorofthe Purina ProPlan 2025 

National DogShow, Martin Hewitt, had 

during the four days it was held at 

MainPower Stadium in Rangiora. 

‘‘I am verypleased with how it all 

went. 

‘‘We managed to finish just 30 minutes 

overtime, and that was great after four 

long days ofcompetitions involving 

nearly 1000 dogs and hundreds of 

breeders,handlers and spectators.’’ 

This was the first time the National 

Dog Show had been held in Rangiora, 

and Mr Hewitt says it wouldn’t have 

been possible without the hard work and 

dedication ofalarge number of 

supporters, volunteers and dog owners. 

‘‘The venue was very well received. 

We had lots of really good comments 

from the members who attended and the 

staff at the stadium were fantastic.’’ 

Mr Hewitt says they had to keep it 

running on time, especially on the last 

day when they had alot to get through. 

‘‘We werepleased at how it all went 

and abig thanks to our main sponsors 

Purina ProPlan and PD Insurance, with 

further support from Enterprise North 

Canterbury and Aritzo Real Estate.’’ 

He says ahighlight of the weekend was 

receiving many positive responses to the 

venue and facilities at the stadium. 

‘‘It’s the first time this has been held in 

the Waimakariri district, and people 

were asking when we are holding the 

next one here.’’ 

He says many of the visitors stayed 

and dined locally,enjoying the best the 

district has to offer. 

Best in Show dog owner Hank Faifua 

says it was an ‘awesome' venue. The 

wooden floor was covered with carpet to 

BestinShow ... Peaches, afouryearold Whippet owned by Hank Faifua (pictured) and 

Tony Fox, of Benbridge Whippets in Kaiapoi, was selected as the Best in Show at the Purina 

ProPlan 2025 NZ National Dog Show held in Rangiora. 

PHOTO: JOHN COSGROVE 

preserve it, and alarge marquee outside 

allowed breeders to pamper their dogs 

in preparation for showing. There was 

also alarge trade stall area and plenty of 

seating. Another attraction was the 

awarding of the NZ Junior Dog Handlers 

prize, with Georgia Calman (14), of 

Whanganui, winning it for the second 

year in arow. Her prize is atrip to 

compete at Crufts in March 2026. 

Hermother, Penny, says she will 

accompany Georgia, aWhanganui High 

School student, again to Crufts. ‘‘Her 

trip this year was great and she learnt a 

lot, so this time she will know what to 

expect,’’ she says. Georgia is the third 

generation of dog breeders in her 

family, which specialises in Pugs. 

Judges came from all over the world, 

including Portugal, Estonia and Canada. 

Peaches takes out Best in Show 

Hank Faifua and Tony Fox, of Benbridge 

Whippets in Kaiapoi, completed the 

double whenthey again won the Best in 

Showaward atthe Purina ProPlan 2025 

NZ NationalDog Show, withPeaches, 

their fouryearold female Australianborn 

Whippet. 

Last year, Hank and Tony, bred Maddie, 

the first Whippet to ever win the Best in 

Show champion dog award at the NZ 

National Dog Show. 

‘‘It topped off afantastic week of 

competitions for usand her,’’ says Hank. 

‘‘It also tops afantastic year so far for 

our little princess, as she’s been winning 

multiple best in show awards at all breeds 

shows up and down the country thisyear.’’ 

The pair imported Peaches intothe 

country four years agofrom Australian 

breederNoreen Harris, achampion 

whippet breeder and judge who has since 

retired. 

Hank says Peaches' win is afitting 

tribute to the work Noreen has achieved 

over the manyyears she has been breeding 

Whippets. 

The pair have been Whippet breeders 

for the past 20 years. 

‘‘We saw our first Whippet at ashow in 

Auckland and just fell in love with the 

breed. 

‘‘A week later, we had our first puppy, 

and our journey began. 

‘‘We love them,they are amazing dogs.’’ 

He says over the year they have been 

looking at and studying the breed. 

‘‘We are always learning and that keeps 

uspassionateaboutthe breed,’’ he says. 

Hank says MainPower Stadiumwas a 

fantastic venue to hold the national dog 

championship in. 

‘‘It had agreat atmosphere, everyone 

was fantastic, and it went really,really 

well. 

‘‘Peaches firstly won the Best in Breed 

against 40 other Whippets, then she went 

on to win Best of Group in the Hounds 

section against over 100 other hound dogs, 

then to win the Best in Show award against 

the six best group dogs overall was 

fantastic. 

‘‘It was avery strong competition as 

many of the other dogs were in amazing 

condition.’’ 

Later at home, Hank and Tony held a 

special party for Peaches,allowing her 

some strawberries and cream cake. ‘‘She 

has to keep her figure for the next 

competition coming up later this year,’’ 

says Hank. 

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Thursday,July31, 2025 | I sue 157 | www.starnews.co.nz 

By DAVID HI L, 

LocalDemocracy Reporter 

It was hailed as a ‘onestop shop ’ to 

make it quicker and easier to build 

major projects when it pa sed into law 

last December. 

But none of the five North Canterbury 

projects included in the Government’s 

Fasttrack A provals Act have 

progre sed beyond being ‘listed ’ 

projects in the fasttrack proce s. 

They were among 149 projects listed 

in the legislation. 

In astatement released last w ek, 

Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop 

and Regional Development Minister 

Shane Jones said around 50 of the 149 

projects had lodged substantive 

a plications with the Environmental 

Protection Authority (EPA), since the 

a provals regime was established in 

February. 

Of those, none have b en a proved so 

far, with the first eight expected to be 

signed o f by the end of the year. 

Proposed housing developments at 

Ōhoka, W odend and west Rangiora 

were listed in the legislation, along with 

the W odend Bypa s and the Amuri 

I rigation Company Ltd’s Balmoral 

water storage facility and fish scr en. 

An EPA spokespersonhas confirmed 

none of the five North Canterbury 

projects have lodged substantivefasttrack 

a plications. 

Developers of alisted projectcan 

a ply to the EPA where an ‘expert 

panel’ wi l a se s the projectand 

consult with ‘directly a fected groups ’. 

Panel convenors determine the extent 

of the consultation, meaning the is no 

guarant e local communities wi l have a 

say. 

There isnotimeframe foralisted 

projec to lodge an a plication, the 

spokesperson said. 

When the project list was a nounced 

in October last year, Mr Bishoppointed 

the finger at councils for creating the 

housing crisis. 

‘Speaking in general terms, councils 

have contributed to our housing crisis 

by being overly picky about where 

houses can be built, ’ he said a the time. 

The W odend and west Rangiora 

developments have since b en included 

in the new WaimakaririDistrict Plan 

adopted last month, meaning they may 

not n ed to be fasttracked. 

AmuriI rigation Company 

chairperson David Croft said the 

company anticipated aresource consent 

would be granted by Environment 

Canterbury (ECan) in the next few 

months, after it was lodged in 2023. 

‘It l oks like the normal consenting 

proce s wi l be faster. In somewaysit 

would be the ideal situation because 

everybody has had the chance tohave 

their say in asystem they are familiar 

with. ’ 

A$20m loan from the Government’s 

Regional Infrastructure Fund was 

a nounced earlier this month for the 

Balmoral water storageproject. 

The proposed Ōhoka development 

was rejected from the District Plan, 

after aprivate plan change requestwas 

rejected by an independent 

commi sioner in November 2023. 

It issti l subjec to an Environment 

Court a peal. 

An Environment Court spokesperson 

said the a pe lant, Carter Group, has 

b en directed to advise the court by 

August 2 ‘how or whether it intends to 

proc ed ’. 

Waimakariri District Council 

development pla ning manager Ma t 

Bacon said under thenew District Plan, 

the site of the proposed Ohoka 

development is zoned rura lifestyle. 

It mean the farmland could be subdivided 

into 4ha lots, but not into an 

850home development as proposed. 

Carter Group wascontacted for 

comment but areply had not b en 

received by the time the North 

Canterbury News wen to print. 

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency 

has b en completing geotech reports as 

it continues scoping workfor the 

proposed W odend Bypa s. 

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Bird lover ... Multiaward winning Auckland writer Steve Braunias, who was in Christchurch last week to attend the Ngaio Marsh Awards 

asafinalist for his book, ‘‘The Survivors’’, made aquick trip to Rangioratovisit the AshleyRakahuri River to see the birdlife. He was hosted 

bythe AshleyRakahuri River Care Group. 

PHOTO: SHELLEY TOPP 

Wrybill makeslate charge to 17th 

By SHELLEYTOPP 

The New Zealand falcon/kārearea has 

become adual winner of New 

Zealand’s Bird of the Year (BOTY) 

competition with 14,317votes. 

The falcon, which has an ‘‘at risk’’ 

conservation status due to habitat loss 

and predation, also won the2012 title 

and has ahuge support base, even 

featuring on New Zealand’s $20 note. 

Waimakariri’s Bird of theYear 

candidate the wrybill/ngutu pare made 

alate charge for victory, after 

achieving ahigh spike in votes during 

the last few days of the competition, 

finishing 17th of the 73 birds featured, 

with 6575 votes. 

The Vote Wrybill campaign was run 

by the AshleyRakahuri Rivercare 

Group (ARRG) in Rangiora and the 

Pūkorokoro Miranda Shorebird 

Centre, near Thames, with support 

from Pegasus Bay School’s Sustainable 

Development Goals (SDG) 

ambassadors and their inspirational 

Ravenswood tobecome key area 

From Page 1 

Mr Doocey says it will be quicker and 

easier to get to Ravenswood with the 

motorway and the bypass. 

‘‘I think with the growth potential 

here, this is going to become such akey 

shopping area for the region.’’ 

leader, Pegasus Bay School teacher 

Sally Patterson. 

Multiaward winningAuckland 

writer Steve Braunias, who is author of 

How To Watch ABird, alsosupported 

the campaign andvisited the Ashley 

Rakahuri River, near Rangiora, last 

Thursdaywith ARRG’s operations 

managerGrant Davey to see awrybill 

at the forefront of the Vote Wrybill 

campaign, BWBW. 

While Steve didn’t see BWBW, he 

said there were plenty of birds along 

the river including terns, dotterels, 

gulls and five wrybills, ‘‘the strangest 

bird you ever saw in your life, a 

miniature satirist with its beak bent 

askew like asmirk’’. 

After his river tour Steve was given a 

‘‘Vote Wrybill’’ badge which he saidhe 

would wear with honour. 

ARRGchairwoman Sue Mardon said 

BOTY was a‘‘phenomenal result’’ for 

the wrybill which was alittleknown 

small bird, and adefinite underdog in 

thecompetition. 

The proposed Gressons Road 

development was one of several new 

developments identified in the 

Waimakariri District Plan adopted in 

June, as the council looks to unlock land 

for up to 17,000 homes. 

The Waimakariri district’s population 

‘‘We were thrilled with the support 

we received for the Vote Wrybill 

campaign,’’ she said. 

‘‘Even though there can only be one 

Bird of the Year winner, every bird 

featured in the competition benefits 

and our bird, the wrybill/ngutu pare is 

no exception. 

‘‘Thanks so much to everyone who 

supported the campaign,especially 

Sally Patterson and her wonderfulSDG 

Ambassadors, Auckland writer Steve 

Braunias, Rangiora artist Mel Eaton 

andKaiapoi artist Victoria Dowall, and 

all the local schools andretirement 

villages who alsogot involved to help. 

‘‘Pleasekeep thinkingand caring 

about the wrybill/ngutu pare and all 

the other rare and endangered birds 

we have alongthe AshleyRakahuri 

River, for that is the only way we are 

going to preventthem from becoming 

extinct.’’ Secondplace in the 

competition went to the kea, with 

12,506 votes and the black robin/karure 

finished third with 11,726 votes. 

is projected to grow from 72,000 to 

around 100,000 over the next 30 years. 

Land has also been opened up for 

developments around Rangiora, 

Kaiapoi and Oxford. 

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Cuppa and creativity 

Literature, acuppa and adelicious 

morsel, will combined on October 12, a 

the Writer’s Tea Party at the Hurunui 

Memorial Library in Amberley. 

Covid has been the only road block for 

the party.Ithas been held every year 

since 2009 —bar one because of the 

pandemic. 

In that time many local, and notsolocal 

authors, actors, and creative types 

have taken part to share their creative 

journeys. 

This year promises to be abigger event 

with four writers and creators from the 

Hurunui, and broader Canterbury 

region, taking part. 

Local Angela Clifford, who leads the 

notforprofit food movement Eat New 

Zealand, will join the party. She wrote 

her first book, ‘‘The Food Chain’’, 

celebrating her family’s 20 years on their 

permaculture property, The Food Farm, 

near Amberley. 

Joining her will be Lizzy Kelsey, a 

founding member of the Hurunui 

Writers' Group. 

In 2024, she was aprizewinner in the 

Katherine Mansfield 2024 Sparkling 

Prose Short Story Competition with her 

story “Séance.” 

Christchurchbased internationally 

awardwinning playwright, director, 

poet and multidisciplinary performance 

artist, Hester Ullyart will also attend. 

Hester is agreat champion of writing 

collaborations and promoting original 

voices. 

Editor and multiaward winning 

author of many novels and collections, 

Sarah Quigley,will be joining the party 

to talk about her creative activities, 

which include being the 2025 Ursula 

Writer’s Tea Party ... Acelebrationof 

literature, and creativity in Amberley. 

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Bethell Writer in Residence at the 

University of Canterbury. Her 

internationallyacclaimed novel “The 

Conductor” is now being made into a 

film. 

The Master of Ceremonies will again 

be Amberley Beach author Bernadette 

Hall, assisted by Hamish Trolove the 

convenor of the Hurunui Writers' Group. 

Sunday, October 12, from 2pm, 

Hurunui Memorial Library, Amberley. 

Tickets are $5, and available from the 

library, or can be bought on the day. 

Afternoon tea is included. The event has 

been generously supported by the 

Hurunui Arts Council. 

BNZ site build to start soon 

By DAVID HILL, 


Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon can’t wait 

for work to start on ahighprofile Rangiora 

corner site. 

Work is expected to get under way in the 

next six to eight weeks onanew 700 square 

metre, twostorey on the BNZ corner site, 

on the corner of High and Ashley streets. 

Mr Gordon said the project is ‘‘a great 

outcome’’ for the Rangiora town centre. 

‘‘We are thrilled to be working alongside 

developers on such an important site. 

‘‘Residentsoften tellusone of the things 

they love most aboutWaimakariri is the 

unique character of our townships. 

‘‘This project will strengthen Rangiora’s 

character, look and feel, and add a 

stunning entrance to the CBD (central 

business district).’’ 

The BNZ corner siteonthe corner of 

High and Ashley Streetswas expanded 10 

years ago, following the realignment of the 

intersection. 

The Waimakariri District Council sold 

the site to Cornershop Investments Ltd in 

2023. 

Cornershop Investments Ltd is made up 

of local businesspeople Eileen and 

Murray Irvine, Bridget Hope and Gabe 

Rijpma, and Andrea and Jake Gardner. 

The Irvines played key role in the Good 

Street redevelopment and other projects 

in the Rangiora town centre. 

Mr Irvine said the new building is 

expected to open by the end of next year. 

‘‘It’s taken abit longer than we had 

planned, but we are very excited. 

‘‘It’s asubstantial investment in that 

corner of town and it should liven it up a 

bit.’’ 

Mr Irvine said negotiations have begun 

with prospective tenants,with an 

accountancy firm lined up for the top floor 

and BNZ likely to move into part of the 

ground floor. 

Once the tenants are settled into the new 

building, Mr Irvine said arefurbishment of 

the existing BNZ buildingisplanned. 



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Trail cameracaptures savagery 

By SHELLEY TOPP 

Nature’ssavagery has been captured 

by atrail camera monitoring awrybill/ 

ngutu pare’s nest along the Ashley 

Rakahuri River near Rangiora. 

The revelation of an owl stealing a 

chick came after AshleyRakahuri 

Rivercare Group’s operations 

manager Grant Davey found the nest 

belonging to BWBW and his partner 

(Mrs BWBW) empty last Thursday 

morning. 

He checked the trail camera footage 

to see what happened to the eggs which 

were due to hatch last Sunday, with the 

footage initially showing BWBW sitting 

on one egg with anewly hatched chick. 

But then comes the images ofa 

German/little owl leaning over the nest 

grabbing the squawking chick and 

flying off with it, before returning to 

steal the egg. 

Although earlier trail camera 

footage shows this pair of wrybills 

tenaciously defending their nest, they 

had no chance with the much bigger 

German/little owl, apredatory species 

imported into New Zealand between 

1906 and 1910 specifically to kill small 

introduced birds that were becoming a 

pest in grain and fruit crops. 

The lossofachick andanegg is a 

setback for BWBW which has been 

coming to the AshleyRakahuri River 

to nest and raise chicks for at least 17 

years, and was the first wrybill seen 

along the river this breeding season. 

However, it is aconstant reality 

faced by the AshleyRakahuri 

Rivercare Group’s volunteers who got 

together in 1999 ‘‘to try and reverse the 

decline in numbers of the unique birds 

that breed along the river’’. 

The concern is now that the owl may 

have taken BWBW also as he hasn’t 

been seen since the incident 

‘‘It is unusual that he didn't come 

back to the nest in the morning (after 

the owl attack),’’ Grant says. 

‘‘Last year when he lost eggs to acat 

he was back with his mate quite early 

in the morning.’’ 

However, Grant believes that if 

BWBW wasn't taken by the owl he will 

‘‘almost certainly’’ nest again, and 

close by. 

‘‘If he is successful with his second 

nest, this loss won't be that great. 

‘‘I have seen this sort of thing, but 

with rats, cats or harriers the culprit, 

lots of times now. 

‘‘But it is alwayshard to watch, 

particularly with an individual bird 

that you get to know to acertain extent. 

‘‘I feel for the birds, that looked after 

their eggs for amonth and now they 

have to start again. 

‘‘Usually when this happens they 

keep coming back to the nest for about 

aday —probably can't really believe 

what has happened.’’ 

Jester’sLast Laugh achampion image 

The Jester’s Last Laugh won champion 

image at the Rangiora Photographic 

Society’s Creative competition recently. 

Karina Templeton’s photo was also 

judged Best exhibit in the Agrade by 

judge Steve Webb, and also took Agrade 

honours. 

AGrade Honours 

The Seas Graveyard –Allan McGregor, 

Chinese Miners –Allan McGregor, 

Vulcan is Angry –Colleen Linnell, 

Fallen –Colleen Linnell, The Jester’s 

Last Laugh –Karina Templeton, Veiled 

in Time –Sandra McCoy. 

BGrade Honours: Football Multiverse 

–Hayden McCoy, Lego Star Wars – 

Hayden McCoy, Faceless –Monita 

Baird, Night Travels –Monita Baird. 

CGrade Honours: Around the Moon in 

80 Days –Garry Norman. 

BestInGrade 

A:The Jester’s Last Laugh –Karina 

Templeton. B–Faceless –Monita Baird. 

C–Around the Moon in 80 days –Garry 

Norman. 

Jester’s Last Laugh ... Karina 

Templeton’s champion image at the 

Rangiora Photographic Society’s Creative 

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6 The North Canterbury News, October 2, 2025 

Delays frustrate Golf Club 



ANorth Canterbury council has 

been accused of ‘‘kicking the can 

down the road’’ in its efforts to 

secure access to agolf course 

threatened by coastalerosion. 

The Hurunui District Council 

voted to instruct staff to provide a 

report to its November council 

meeting, comparing options for 

road access to the Amberley 

Beach Golf Club and to engage 

with the Amberley Beach 

community, at acouncil meeting 

on Tuesday, September 30. 

The new road would also 

provide access to Waimaiaia 899 

Reserve, the mouth of the 

Waipara River and the northern 

beach. 

But adelegation from the golf 

club expressed frustration at the 

delays in the process. 

‘‘We need to move forward,’’ 

club spokesperson Paul Wylie told 

councillors. 

‘‘Asking staff to go away and do 

further investigation is kicking the 

can down the road.’’ 

The club approached the 

council three years ago seeking a 

new access road to its golf course. 

Golf Links Road had been under 

threat from coastal erosion for 

sometime, and road access was 

temporarily lost following the 

King’s Birthday weekend storm 

event. 

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from Environment Canterbury in 

June for the golf club’s preferred 

option of an extension to 

Griersons Road in Amberley, 

which would allow club members 

access totheir club house and all 

18 holes. 

Mr Wylie said the club had been 

regular contact with the Amberley 

Beach Residents’ and Ratepayers’ 

Association and understood the 

association was supportive of the 

road, so he did not see the need for 

further consultation. 

Council chief executive Hamish 

Dobbie said engagement with the 

association was required under 

the council’s Amberley Beach 

Coastal Adaptation Plan, an 

agreement between the council 

and local residents. 

‘‘Going ahead with the project is 

not contingent on it, it’s just about 

asking them their view so we 

understand it when making the 

final decision.’’ 

But Amberley Beach resident 

Paula Le Compte said the 

association wrote to the council on 

Friday asking for apause on the 

coastal adaptationplan as 

‘‘communication has broken 

down’’. 

‘‘The media is not the forum for 

telling us, as the impacted parties, 

what’s going on.’’ 

Councillors voted 81infavour 

of the council report, with 

councillor Vanessa McPherson 

LETTERS TOTHE EDITOR 

Nitratesinwater 

Dear Editor, 

Jamie McFadden should do an 

internet search on “nitrates in 

drinkingwater” for each of the 

following places: Denmark, 

Wisconsin, United Nations WHO, 

and France before saying thereis 

no link between nitrates and 

health issues such as bowel 

cancer and blue baby syndrome. 

Yours, 

Bob Devlin 

Rangiora 

Environmental 

concern 

Dear Editor 

In his September 25 opinion 

piece, Jamie McFadden claims 

that concernabout nitrate in 

waterways is a‘political stunt’. 

His rationale is that there has 

been no local evidence of nitrate 

effects onhuman health. 

What Mr McFadden doesn’t 

mention, indeed perhaps doesn’t 

understand, is that nitrate in 

Canterbury’s waterways is an 

environmental concern as much 

as it is ahuman health concern. 

MrMcFadden rightly notes that 

nitrate makes plants grow. 

Indeed, this is why nitrate needs 

to stay in the soil and not in our 

waterways. 

Nitrate causes water plants and 

algae to grow and shade out the 

beds of water bodies. 

This is known as an ‘algal bloom’ 

and the resultant shading causes 

plants on the bed to die from lack 

of sunlight. The decomposition of 

these plants removes oxygen 

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voting against it and Cr Pauline 

White abstaining. 

The pair said they believed the 

council had already done enough 

to meet its obligations under the 

Local Government Act, while the 

golf club was not aparty to the 

coastal adaptation plan, so it 

should not be considered. 

Cr Fiona Harris said receiving a 

report in November ‘‘is not really 

adelay, so Idon’t see the issue’’. 

Deputy Mayor Vince Daley said 

given the project is estimated to 

cost $1.4m and is unbudgeted, he 

wanted to see all the relevant 

information before making afinal 

decision. 

The proposed extension route 

will require land to be purchased 

from two different landowners, 

and for the reserve status of 

Department of Conservation land 

to be changed. 

Mayor Marie Black said the 

project is important to the 

community. 

‘‘A significant amount of time 

and effort has been invested in 

this process already, and there’s 

just asmall amount of work to do 

to achieve an enduring result.’’ 

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from the water, suffocating most 

living things in the waterway that 

require oxygen to live. 

If farmers allow nitrates to leach 

into groundwater, through 

overstocking or excessive 

fertiliser application, the nitrate 

then flows laterally into aboveground 

waterbodies, such as 

creeks and rivers. 

These ultimately flow into 

estuaries and lakes, causing algal 

blooms. 

It is important that farmers 

understand this process, so they 

know why they are being asked to 

limit nitrate leaching. 

When Mr McFadden claims that 

concerns about nitrate leaching 

are only a‘political stunt’, he is 

feeding us misinformation and 

doing adisservice to our farmers. 

Yours, 

(Dr) Tim Kelly 

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Budget debate 



Waimakariri’s mayor has 

called on his opponent to stop 

‘‘cherrypicking’’ items from 

the council’s budget. 

Mayoral candidate Paul 

Williams says the council’s 

earthquake loan is not getting 

repaid, which is proof the 

debt is ‘‘out of control’’. 

But Mayor Dan Gordon said 

the council had managed its 

finances to get throughCovid 

and aperiod of high inflation 

with ‘‘rates increases among 

the lowest in New Zealand’’. 

This year’s average rate 

rise was 4.98 percent. 

Mr Williams, asitting 

councillor, cited an official 

information letter received 

from council staff, dated 

September 8, which showed 

the earthquake loan balance 

was $49.96m. 

He claimed the council had 

‘‘only been paying interest, 

not principal’’ and had even 

borrowed to pay interest. 

But information provided 

by staffshowed the council 

had repaid around $5.7m over 

the last five years, despite a 

decision to defer some 

repayments due to Covid and 

high inflation. 

‘‘Instead of cherrypicking 

budget lines, let’s look at the 

facts,’’ Waimakariri Mayor 

Dan Gordon said. 

‘‘The council manages $2.8 

billion in community assets, 

runs the district on $165m a 

year, carries $210m in debt, 

and holds $2.6 billion in 

equity (as of 30 June). 

‘‘Residents expect safe 

drinking water, reliable 

roads, rubbish collection, 

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sports and community 

recreational facilities, 

walkways, bike tracks, 

libraries, playgrounds, and 

vibrant town centres.’’ 

Council staff said the cost of 

the earthquake rebuild was 

$127.3m, which was funded 

through amix of Government 

subsidies, insurance and debt 

funding. 

During the Covid19 

lockdown in 2020, the council, 

including Cr Williams, voted 

to defer loan repayments to 

‘‘provide relief to ratepayers, 

so some interest costs have 

been added to the loan 

balance’’, acouncil 


It allowed the council to 

present a1.5% average rate 

rise in the 2020/21 annual 

plan. 

At June 2020, the 

earthquake loan was $55.7m, 

but had reduced to $49.96m as 

at June this year, acouncil 


The earthquake loan is now 

forecast to be repaid by June 

2044, the spokesperson said. 

As at June this year, the 

council’s total debt was 

$210m, which includes 

around $24.6m for roads and 

footpaths, around $70m for 

water services, and around 

$43m for recreation facilities 

which includes MainPower 

Stadium, which cost $28m to 

build. 

Interest payments of $1m a 

month or $30,000 aday, 

equates to $1 aday per 

ratepayer or $365 ayear 

across around 30,000 

ratepayers. 

LDR is local body 

journalism cofunded by RNZ 

and NZ On Air. 

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AA credit rating for Waimak 

The Waimakariri District Council has 

returned to an AA credit rating, after 

switching credit rating agencies. 

Fitch Ratings has given the council a 

strong AA Rating with astable outlook, 

after the council received aAA Rating 

with astable outlook from S&P Global 

Ratings in March. 

The council ditched S&P Global Ratings 

earlier this year after the agency 

downgraded the entire local government 

sector as part of ablanket ‘wholeofsector’ 

reset. 

Mayor Dan Gordon says Waimakariri 

was disappointed to be caught up in a‘onesizefitsall’ 

approach that didn’t reflect 

the council’s strong financial performance. 

He said the new credit rating is good 

news for ratepayers, as astrong credit 

rating helps keep borrowing costs down. 

Fitch is the same credit rating agency used 

by central government. 

‘‘Waimakariri is astandout in the local 

government sector, with strong financial 

policies and prudent debt management,’’ 

Mr Gordon said. 

‘‘Moving to Fitch Ratings ensures our 

community is recognised for the strong 

position we are in. Astrong rating often 

corresponds to lower interest rates. 

‘‘This matters because councils borrow 

to fund longlife community infrastructure 

like roads, water services, and facilities.’’ 

While growth councils can borrow up to 

350 percent of revenue, Waimakariri has 

set adebt ceiling of 250%. 

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New valuations soon 

Waimakariri District property owners 

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ratingvaluations in the post, with 

minimal changes expected. 

Updated values have been prepared 

for all 30,369 properties in the district 

by independent valuers Quotable 

Value (QV) on behalf of Waimakariri 

District Council. 

They reflect the likely price a 

property would have sold for on June 1, 

2025, not including chattels. 

Since the district’s last revaluation 

in 2022, the value of residential 

housinghas decreased by an average of 

1.53%. 

The average house value is now at 

$746,000, while the corresponding 

average landvalue has increasedby 

1.22% to anew average of $362,000. 

Upper South Island Regional 

Manager, Brendon McCurley says 

property values have remained 

relatively stable in Canterbury and 

Waimakariri over the past three years 

andvalues have generally had minimal 

changes since the 2022 revaluation. 

‘‘Properties that are in good 

condition, and modern dwellings, are 

seeing more growth than the average 

property in Waimakariri. 

‘‘Poorly maintained or more dated 

properties are likely to have seen 

larger decreases.’’ 

The average capital value of an 

improved lifestyle property has 

increased by 0.12% to $1,129,000, while 

the corresponding land value for a 

lifestyle property increased by 1.77% to 

$589,000. 

‘‘The overridinglifestyle market has 

been relatively stable since the 2022 

revaluation despite wider volatility 

throughout New Zealand. 

‘‘Desirable localities within the 

district have shown aslight increase in 

values, whereas lessdesirable 

localitieshave seen slight reductions 

in overall valuelevels. 

‘‘This has been due to Waimakariri 

District experiencing only small 

changes to demand and supply, 

coupled with relatively affordable 

value levels in comparison to 

neighbouring localities.’’ 

Meanwhile,commercial property 

values have increasedby0.5% and 

property values in the industrial sector 

have risen by 9.9% since the district’s 

last rating valuation in 2022. 

Commercial and industrial land values 

have also increasedby5.2% and 10.8% 

respectively; 

The rural property market is 

generally positive. Properties with 

proven performance and good 

infrastructure are transacting quickly 

and at higher values, driven by 

increasing commodity prices and a 

good shorttomedium outlook for dairy 

and beef production. 

Properties with inferior 

infrastructure,poorer irrigation and 

water supply ,orlimited potential 

alternative land uses are being 

discounted accordingly. 

Harder hill propertiesthat are 

limited to mainly sheep farming have 

decreasedthe most, due to competing 

forestry land use inflating these values 

at the 2022 revision, as well as two 

years of poor commodity prices in the 

sheep industry. 

The value of most dairy and pastoral 

farms has increasedsince 2022, with 

dairy farm values up by 9.5% and 

pastoral farm values up 1.5%. 

On average, forestry propertieshave 

experienced the biggest decline,with a 

15.1% decrease in value since 2022. 

The total rateable value for the 

district is now $29.533 billion up 1.8%, 

with the land value of those properties 

now valued at $15.322 billion. 

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ARTHUR BURKE MAZDA: 

SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY 

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Book lover ... Penny Mulholland, of Rangiora, one of an estimated 500 people who formed 

along queue up to half an hour before the Rotary Club of Rangiora’s popular annual Rotary 

Book Fair opened in the pavilion at the Rangiora Showgrounds at 4pmonThursday last 

week. 


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Rangiora’s PennyMulholland loves books 

and although her home is full of them she 

still attends every book fair she can. 

That included the the Rangiora Rotary 

Club’s fourday Book Fair which opened 

in the pavilion at the Rangiora 

Showgrounds last Thursday afternoon 

with astampede of around 500 people, 

who queued out to the Ashley Street gate, 

then raced to get into the fairfirst when 

the doors openedat4pm. 

‘‘What’s not to love about books,’’ Penny 

says. 

She is aformer teacher at Halswell 

Residential College who has been 

searching for one particular book for 25 

years. 

It has been adifficult search because 

she doesn’t know the name of the book, or 

its author, but it is one owned by aformer 

art teacher and she will recognise the 

cover when she sees it. 

Penny also used to search book fairs to 

buy books that might inspire some of her 

pupils when she wasteaching. 

The Rotary Club of Rangiora’s Book 

Fair convener, Alan McElroy, said the 

continuing support for the Rotary Book 

Fair showed books were still hugely 

popular. 

‘‘Our Book Fair is the best one in 

Canterbury,’’ he said. ‘‘The quality of the 

books we have is very high.’’ 

The club has been running the Book 

Fair for more than 30 years and funds 

raised from it go towards supporting the 

many community events and individuals 

it helps every year. 

“We are so incredibly grateful toCraig,Tim and the amazing 

team at Arthur Burke Mazda,Amberley! 

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the arrival of anew Mazda CX-5, kindly supported by Arthur 

Burke Mazda, Amberley. 

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Collectors and artists contribute to BigArt 


Art collectors invited to Rangiora’s Big Art 

Auction Fundraiser and artists have 

contributed generously to make the 

inaugural event a‘‘huge success’’. 

The live auction was acollaboration 

between the Rangiora Art Society (RAS) 

and Big Brothers Big Sisters North 

Canterbury (BBBSNC), aprofessionally 

supervised mentoring service providing 

matches between adults and young 

people. 

It was held during opening night of 

RAS’s annual Spring Exhibition last 

Friday in the Rangiora BoroughSchool 

Hall. 

RAS treasurer Rangiora's Julie Hassall, 

one of 16 artists who donated work, forthe 

live auction, said it was ‘‘an amazing night 

which was great for the community and 

supported North Canterbury youth 

mentoring’’. 

The exhibition, which continued on 

Saturday and Sunday, was also a‘‘huge 

success’’, she said. 

‘‘We sold double the amount of work we 

would normally sell.’’ 

BBBSNC development coordinator Jo 

Sim ‘‘could not have been happier’’. 

‘‘It was acolourful, lively night that 

brought the communitytogether for a 

cause that really matters. It felt like the 

perfect launch for the Rangiora Art 

Society’s Spring Exhibition, giving guests 

an exclusivefirst look at the artworks 

while raising vital funds to support youth 

mentoring across North Canterbury,’’ she 

said. 

‘‘Thanks to the generosity of local artists 

and supporters, we raised over $14,000, a 

tremendous contribution that will have a 

real impact on local children’s lives. It was 

anightwhere art truly met heart. The 

Rangiora Art Society gave local artistsa 

brilliant platform to shine while also 

creating space for us to shareour mahi,’’ 

she said. 

‘‘Celebrating creativity while supporting 

the community is what made the evening 

so special.’’ 

The auction was hosted by BBBSNC’s 

manager Ellie Le Gros, with auctioneer 

Nathan Gilbert coaxing art lovers to bid 

generously. North Canterburypainter and 

decorator Greg Anderson, an emerging 

artist,was the guest speaker. He also 

contributed work for the live auction and 

his mixed media wave sculpture sold for 

the top price of $850. 

Agood cause ... Rangiora Art Society’s (RAS) treasurer Julie Hassall, holding work by 

Paul McNeil, aNew Zealandborn, Australiabased artist, alongside auctioneer Nathan 

Gilbert during Big Brothers Big Sisters North Canterbury’s inaugural Big Art Auction 

Fundraiser. 


Walking forwellness and to break the loneliness cycle 

ByJOHN COSGROVE 

Zandra Turner of Rangiora is running her 

seventh Women’s Wellness Walk, aimed at 

helping women break out of the loneliness 

cycle. 

‘‘I felt really isolated after lockdown 

with ayoung child, some peoplewere back 

at work but all the parent and baby groups 

were still closed. Ihave abackgroundin 

events and social media management and 

so creating the Women’s Wellness Walk 

seemed like the perfect way to keep myself 

busy andinteract with other like minded 

women virtually as well.’’ 

‘‘The first challenge had only 11 

participants but we are now attracting 

over 100 each challenge. Most from North 

Canterburybecause that’s where Idothe 

most marketing, but we have ladies from 

all overNZand some even from overseas 

participating,’’ she says. 

From yesterday (October 1) until 

November 29, Zandra and hundreds of 

women will be walking kilometers on the 

streetsaround theirhomes, on trails and 

walkways, or on treadmills at home or in 

the gym as they all aim to reach the goal of 

100kms. 

‘‘It’s not acontest,there are no prizes for 

walking the most kilometers, despite that 

we have some who get quitecompetitive, 

even reaching the amazing total of 700kms. 

‘‘It’s all about getting out and 

intentionally walking, taking time in the 

day to do something for yourself. Iget 

dozens of messages every challenge from 

women telling me about the mental and 

physical health benefits this challenge has 

given them. Not to mention the support 

between the ladies is inspiring,” says 

Zandra. 

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CatWalkTrust fundraiser atough workout 

Will Rileydid it for his mum and his 

mum did it for him. 

It was tough working out who inspired 

whom in afundraiser on Saturday. 

Mr Riley, 21, wanted to do something 

for his mother, who was left paralysed 

just under eight years ago when she was 

thrown from ahorse. 

As he had torn his medial collateral 

ligament and posterior cruciate 

ligament at rugby training afew months 

ago, arun was out of the question. 

He decided to work out on askierg on 

Saturday and ski the equivalent of 

100km at Compound Gym to help raise 

money for the CatWalk Trust. 

The trust is dedicated to funding 

research into acure for spinal cord 

injuries. 

He rocked up, raised his arms and 

started his 100km journey. 

‘‘It’s just like pulling on two poles all 

day. Ithink Igot in at about 9hr 48min. 

The last 20km was pretty tricky but then 

Ihad afew people come through to 

support,’’ he said. 

‘‘Yeah, the last 20km was horrible. A 

fair bit ofpain. But Ihad my parents 

thereand my mum, so they pushed me 

through. 

‘‘It was unreal when Idid it. Pretty 

incredible. The plan was to get to 50km 

and have abreak, then 25km and 

another break and then knock it off. 

‘‘But that last 25km —that was tough. 

‘‘I had abeer straight after it and Iwas 

sipping it through astraw —couldn’t 

really lift my arms up.’’ 

He estimated he did 18,500 

movements ofthe poles to get to the 

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The university club loose forward said 

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‘‘It was obviously pretty tough the first 

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Mrs Riley said her son did so well. 

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Memory making soft toys 

ByABBEY WILSON 

Known for sporting her fluffy bear 

coat, Lesley Ottey’s summer outfit 

has changed to match Repurpose 

Pals —purple overalls and ahat to 

match the logo of the growing 

organisation. 

The past few months have been a 

whirlwind of milestones for Repurpose 

Pals, with the new 

employment of ageneral manager 

and atrip up to Auckland. 

Hundreds of smiles and soft toys 

have been made all around New 

Zealand. 

In its three and ahalf years of 

running, Repurpose Pals has 

washed, repaired, stuffed and 

created over 12,888 weighted soft 

toys, and 3888 were distributedthis 

year alone. 

The soft toys have been 

upcycled, gifted and shared with 

people in need. 

From weighted toys to puppets 

and storytelling sets,even Kaiapoi 

Ted was created through Repurpose 

pals. 

They have also donated bears for 

Kaiapoi Ted’s teddy bear hunt 

during the school holidays. 

The trip to Auckland came ‘‘out 

of the blue’’for Repurpose Pals. 

AResource Teacher of Learning 

and Behaviour (RTLB)reached 

out to Lesley asking if she would 

run workshops. 

She was flown up to Auckland to 

workwith five schools and agroup 

of RTLBs. 

Lesley provided ahandson 

experience, which received great 

feedback. 

In two and ahalf days, she ran 

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children get to add ribbons and 

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Kaikōura is ‘‘punching 

above its weight’’, with a 

high voter return ahead of 

the October 11 local 

government election. 

As at Monday, September 

29, 22.01 percent of votes 

had been returned, well 

ahead on the same stage 

three years agowhen 9.08% 

of votes had been returned. 

In the 2022 local 

government election, 

Kaikōura overcame aslow 

start to achieve the highest 

percentage turnout in the 

country with 62.02%. 

‘‘The mighty Kaikōura. 

We are small, but we punch 

above our weight,’’ 

Kaikōura District Council 

chief executive Will 

Doughty said. 

There had been concerns 

about voter apathy 

nationally in the lead up to 

theelection. 

But with amayoral 

contest and astrong field of 

16 candidates for seven 

positions on the council, Mr 

Doughty said he is hoping 

for asimilar result to 2022 

with voter returns. 

Voter returns are 

tracking well across North 

Canterbury, with Hurunui 

sitting at 18.17% on 

Monday, September 29, 

compared with 8.04% at the 

same stage three years ago. 

The Hurunui result is 

particularly strong given 

there is no mayoral contest. 

In Waimakariri, voter 

returns were sitting at 16.89 

%onMonday, September 

29, wellahead of the same 

stage three years ago of 

8.37%. 

The Christchurch City 

Council election voter 

returns were sitting at 

18.06%, compared to 8.51% 

three years ago. 

Final voter returns in 

2022 were 43.43% in 

Hurunui, 44.61% in 

Waimakariri and 43.31% in 

Christchurch. 

Voting closes at 12noon 

on Saturday, October 11. 

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District's future! 

Voting papers must be returned by 12 noon, Saturday 11 October 

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Candidateeventsare independentlyorganised. 

Council provides alistofknown sessions at hurunui.govt.nz/elections. 

Full swingahead forthesedrivers 

It was all smiles asfive employees of Amberley-based 

Proseed, celebrate earning their full driver licenses under 

a Hurunui District Council Safer Roads programme. 

OperationsSupervisor Shirley Torrie sayshavingmorefull 

licenses on the team means greater flexibility and more 

productivity, with recipient Glenn McElroy making the 

astute observation “it’s greattobenot sorestricted”. 

Photo, (LtoR)Matt Sintes, Parris MacDonald, Shirley 

Torrie, Bailey Beedles, Glenn McElroy –Absent Leyland 

Doig. 

Slowdownfor construction season 

Springtime means construction season for the Hurunui 

District. This scheduled maintenance includes repairs to 

the approximate 36km of sealed roads and about 800km 

of unsealed roads, before resealing (applying afresh coat 

of seal). Clearing and reshaping roadside drains, and 

clearing and replacing culverts also takes place. Short 

term temporary speed restrictions are applied to protect 

motoristswhenthereisloose chipand no road markings. 

Thank youfor your cooperation. 

SecondarySchool Achievers Fund 

Applications are open until Monday 6 October for the 

Secondary School Achievers fund, open to current school 

students from Year 11 –Year13, whoare going on to further 

study in the followingyear. 

Past recipients have used the funds for boarding fees, 

scholarship travel expenses, purchases of text books or 

electronic equipment. For further details contact Maree 

Hare 027 8086157, maree.hare@hurunui.govt.nz 

Work underwayfor Amberley’sgrowth 

Just north of Amberley ontop of ahill there issome major 

earthworks happening. Seadown will be the home of two 

new reservoirs, to keep up with the increased drinking 

water demand for the population growth of Amberley 

townshipand thesurrounding areas. 

A15m x30m embankment platform isbeing developed, for 

twonew 750kl steeltankswhichwill be installed early2026. 

Currently, the site is occupied by four existing concrete 

water tanks. They are believed to have been installed from 

thelate1950'swith additionalwater tanksadded to the site 

through to theearly 2000’s. 

The existing tankswillthen 

be disestablished as they 

aredecommissioned. 

This projecthas been 

forecasted into the Long 

Term Plan,asaresult of 

continued forwardplanning. 

OCTOBER 

Meetings & Events: 

Councilmeetings 

2Oct,Hurunui TourismBoard1.00pm(Venue: 

CouncilChambers, Amberley) 

7Oct,Extraordinary Strategy & Community 

Committeemeeting 1.30pm (Venue:Council 

Chambers,Amberley) 

30 Oct, Councilmeeting 2.30pm (First meeting 

following thetriennialelection) (Venue:Council 

Chambers,Amberley) 

Events 

Device Advice 

9Oct,1.30-3.30pm-Cheviot Library 

TheWriters’Tea Party 

12 Oct, 2-4pm- Amberley Library 

Amberley Pool Opens -Saturday25Oct,10am. 

Coffee & Chat AboutMoney (Bookingsessential) 

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3Nov,10-11am –AmberleyLibrary 

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New walking, riding strategy 

Anew strategy is set to ‘‘transform’’ 

Kaikōura’s trails network. 

The Kaikōura District Council adopted 

anew walking and riding strategy at a 

council meeting on Wednesday, 

September 24, as it looks to make it easier 

for locals and visitors to use noncarbon 

emitting modes of transport. 

The new strategy is alongterm vision 

for walking and dog walking around the 

town and the wider district, cycling 

(including mountain biking and BMX), 

and horse riding. 

Council policy planner Daniel Hirst 

said the new strategy outlinessomekey 

targets by 2030 and beyond, including 

producing awalking and riding map, 

improving connections between trails, 

developing aBMX track /skate park and 

some youth play options, and improving 

access in the townfor the disabled, 

elderly and prams. 

Longer term projects include 

developing new trails. 

‘‘I think it’s going to be really 

transformative for the community,’’ Mr 

Hirst said. 

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WIL farmers making adifference 

ByROBYN BRISTOW 

Irrigation is aprivilege and carries ‘‘deep 

responsibility for future generations’’ , 

Waimakariri Irrigation’s chief executive, 

Brent Walton says. 

‘‘Our farmers are committed to leaving 

the land better than they found it,’’ he 

says. 

Waimakariri Irrigation Limited (WIL), 

working closely with Environment 

Canterbury, Waimakariri District council, 

iwi, environmental groups and the wider 

community, has developed ‘‘practical, 

collaborative solutions that improve 

stream health and reduce nitrate levels’’. 

Mr Walton was responding to ECan’s 

Declaration of aNitrate Emergency, and 

reaffirming WIL’s strong historical and 

future commitment to environmental 

stewardship and collaborative action, 

underpinned by independently verified 

scientific data. 

This showed WIL shareholders are 

making measurable progress, Mr Walton 

says. 

‘‘Reducing nitrate levels requires longterm 

investment and shared 

responsibility, Walton says. 

‘‘Our shareholders are taking 

meaningful action, and we remain 

committed to working alongside the 

community over the longterm to improve 

environmental outcomes while 

acknowledging the vital role that 

agriculture plays in our regional and 

national economy.’’ 

Since baseline measurements were 

carried out in 20092013, WIL farms have 

achieved a51percent reduction in 

nitrogen loss from the root zone. 

The reduction coincides witha25% 

reduction in nitrogen concentrations in 

drainage water which is the result of 

better onfarm practices such as efficient 

fertiliser usage, grazing management, 

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Waimakariri Irrigation chief executive ... Brent Walton 

crop management and effluent 

management. 

Alongside this, acommunityled 

biodiversity initiative supported by WIL 

is improving waterway health across the 

scheme’s 44,000hectare command area. 

To date, 27,660 native seedlings have 

been planted across nine project sites. 

The 40year project focuses on creating 

connected ecological corridors by 

working collaboratively with schools, 

environmental groups and the wider 

community. 

Seedlings are grown and propagated in 

WILsupplied greenhouses located at 

shareholders’ farms and local schools to 

enable farmers, children and the wider 

community to work together to improve 

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the environment. 

Species such as Carex secta, selected 

for their natural denitrifying properties, 

are helping to restore the ecological 

balance. 

Monitoring of Hunter’s Stream near 

Cust—conducted with local schools, 

Enviro Schools, and WIL shareholders 

—has shown amarked increase in mayfly 

populations, which is akey indicator of 

improved stream health. 

‘‘We’ve worked closely with 

Environment Canterbury, Waimakariri 

District Council, iwi, environmental 

groups and the wider community to 

develop practical, collaborative solutions 

that improve stream health and reduce 

nitrate levels,’’ Walton says. 

Viruslink to deaths 

Unexplained deaths in fur seals/ 

kekeno at Kaikōura havebeen linked 

to astrain of canine distemper virus. 

The Department of Conservation 

(DOC), Biosecurity NewZealand and 

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey 

University havebeen are 

collaborating to investigate the 

outbreak. 

The agencies said evidence suggests 

the virus is unlikely to be anew strain, 

but rather one whichwas previously 

undetected. 

There is no known human health risk 

Kaikōurabased DOC senior 

technical advisor Dr Jody Weir was 

one of the scientists involved in the 

discovery and says the divergent virus 

strain was detected during an exotic 

disease investigation. 

‘‘We initially tested for Highly 

Pathogenic Avian Influenza (or bird 

flu), whichisalsoathreat to our native 

marine mammal and bird populations, 

but this was ruled out. 

‘‘We are now working to understand 

how widespreadthe virus is in the 

NewZealand fur seal population.’’ 

She said it was first discovered in 

Kaikōura in spring lastyear, when 

unusually high numbers of dead fur 

seals were reported. 

In contrast, an outbreak of fur seal 

deaths at Kaikōura and other sites in 

spring of 2023 were due to starvation. 

Massey veterinary pathologist 

Professor Wendi Roe says 

investigations haveconfirmedthe 

virus is not confinedtoone site. 

In June,the same strain of canine 

distempervirus was detected in fur 

seals which died at Cape Palliser. 

‘‘The virus causesrespiratory illness 

and suppressesimmune systems, 

leaving the animals more susceptible 

to other diseases,’’ she says. 

Virus outbreak .j.. Fur seal deaths at 

Kaikōura have been causing concern. 

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Dr Weir says discovering this 

emerging disease in New Zealand fur 

sealshighlights the importance of 

kekeno as asentinel species, 

providing insight into the wider health 

of the marine ecosystem. ‘‘Most New 

Zealanders don’t realise how bad the 

situationis. Around 80 percent think 

our nature is in good shape, but sadly 

that just isn’t the case. 

‘‘Whilekekeno are currently 

categorized as ‘not threatened’, avirus 

like this one couldhave large scale 

impacts on populations.’’ DOC and 

Biosecurity New Zealand are asking 

the public to report if they see three or 

more freshly dead fur sealsanywhere 

around the country, by calling the 

exotic pest and disease hotline 0800 

80 99 66.

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Rural connectivity strategy urgently needed 

Rural New Zealand is being left behind 

on connectivity, and there is aneed for 

arural connectivity strategy Federated 

Farmers says. 

Federated Farmers’ 2025 Rural 

Connectivity Survey, completed by more 

than 600 farmers in August and 

September, highlighted ongoing issues. 

Federated Farmers 

telecommunications spokesperson 

Mark Hooper says many members‘‘are 

telling us loud and clear their mobile 

coverage is still patchy and unreliable, 

both onfarm and on provincial 

highways,’’ he says. 

‘‘It’s very concerning that more than a 

third of farmers say their mobile 

coverage has actually worsened over the 

past year. 

‘‘Farmers need telcos to step up 

urgently and provide solutions that 

ensure reliable service across the 

country.’’ 

According to the survey findings, 

mobile coverage averages only 57% of 

farmland, unchanged since 2022. 

While more farmers are connected to 

4G and 5G, dropouts remain 

widespread, causing major issues for 

everyday operations and health and 

safety. 

‘‘For example, farmers are required to 

comply with NAIT —adigital livestock 

recording system— but unreliable 

connections are obstructing that. 

‘‘And what happens if afarmer has an 

accident on the farm and can’t get a 

signal to call for emergency help?’’ Mr 

Hooper says. 

Internet access is now nearly 

universal (99%) but continues to 

frustrate farmers with variable quality, 

weatherrelated outages, and high costs. 

Wireless broadband use has slipped to 

Rural New Zealand .. . Fears rural New Zealandisbeing left behind in the connectivity 

stakes. 

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44%, while satellite services such as 

Starlink have jumped to 36% of 

respondents,upfrom 19% in 2022. 

‘‘Farmers are increasingly reliant on 

services like Starlink, but simply relying 

on an overseas provider isn’t in the best 

interests ofthe country.. 

‘‘While many appreciate the coverage 

and performance they get from Starlink, 

that’s not asustainable solution for New 

Focus on water groups 



North Canterbury’s councils are hoping to 

finalise their new freshwater committees 

after October’selections. 

The region’s 10 water zone committees 

were disbanded earlier this year by the 

Canterbury Mayoral Forum, which 

represents the region’s mayors. 

The committees are set to be replacedby 

local leadershipgroups comprising 

representatives from local councils, 

Environment Canterbury (ECan) and local 

Rūnanga. 

The new boundaries are likely to change 

to align with catchment areas rather than 

district borders. 

Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordonsaid too 

much change from the existing zonesmay 

not be the best outcome. 

‘‘We are looking at whethertocross into 

Christchurch or parts of Hurunui, but we 

don’t want the focus to change.’’ 

Mr Gordon said existing zones with 

added representation from the council, 

ECan, Te NgāiTūāhuriri and community 

may work best and that there were other 

ways to discuss joint interests in the same 

water source. 

Hurunui Mayor Marie Black said a 

flexible approach was needed. 

‘‘The boundaries haven’t been defined 

yet, but we have found that one size doesn’t 

fit all.’’ 

The HurunuiWaiau Uwha Zone 

Committee was the first committee to be 

formed under the CWMS in 2010 but was 

disbanded in 2020. 

In the wake of the zone committee, the 

Hurunui District Landcare Group and the 

Hurunui Biodiversity Trust have been 

formed, while other organisations such as 

the Amuri Irrigation Company have 

stepped into the water management space. 

Mrs Black said her council has proposed 

forming aland and water committee and is 

working with ECan, Te NgāiTūāhuriri 

Rūnanga, Te Rūnanga oKaikōura and 

community stakeholders. 

‘‘These things work best from the ground 

up and our community stakeholders are 

doing some amazing work in engaging with 

landownersand key personnel, so the best 

thing to do would be to let them grow.’’ 

Kaikōura District Council chief 

executive Will Doughty said his council 

plans to meet with ECan staff and Te 

Rūnanga oKaikōura to discuss what the 

new local leadership group will like. But it 

will be up to the incoming council to 

decideonthe final make up on the group. 

Zealand. 

‘‘Nor does it support the many small 

Kiwi businesses that are working hard 

to provide internet service solutions for 

their local communities.’’ 

He says fibre expansion is also now a 

critical issue. 

‘‘Fibre currently reaches only 3% of 

surveyed rural households, leaving most 

farmers locked out of the benefits urban 

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‘‘Access to fibre could transform rural 

connectivity, but right now it’s beyond 

reach for most farmers.’’ 

‘‘We need investment in an 

independent service to give farmers 

clear information on local internet 

providers, the best options for retaining 

alandline number, and advice on 

backup power to cover emergencies,’’ 

Mr Hooper says. 

‘‘It’s crazy that we’re stilleven talking 

about rural connectivity problems. I 

think everyone assumed the service 

would be so muchbetter by now but in 

some cases it’s even got worse. 

‘‘Both industry and the Government 

need to take this really seriously.’’ 

The survey highlights growing 

concerns as traditional copper 

landlines disappear. 

Only 40% of farmers now use a 

landline, down from 64% in 2022, and 

more than athird of copper users have 

already received disconnection notices. 

‘‘It’s really concerning that the vast 

majority of rural people about to lose 

their copper landline still haven’t found 

areplacement,’’ Mr Hooper says. 

‘‘VoIP doesn’t work in apower outage 

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of farmland. 

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The survey also found farmers 

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‘‘These stories should be awakeup 

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Plantingtoreduce fire risk is encouraged 

ByJOHN COSGROVE 

Former All Black and Plant Science 

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on your property that can help you stay 

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He is apassionate campaigner 

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Spring has arrived and summer is 

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“Wildfires are aconsequence of 

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“The world is getting hotter and it’s 

potentially going to get worse. The 

number of extreme fire risk days are 

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Across the globe an increasing 

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because they are not prepared. 

“They haven’t thought about the 

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There are over 6500 lifestyle block 

owners in the Waimakariridistrict, 

and the attraction of abit of peace and 

quiet,aswell as space to spread out, 

drives the lure of lifestyle blocks in 

North Canterbury. Accordingtothe 

latest figures, this trend isn't slowing 

down. 

Aaron Clark, asales consultant at 

Property Brokers Rangiora, says 

demand for lifestyle blocks in North 

Canterbury has really taken off since 

Covid. 

‘‘People realised they didn’t want to 

hear their neighbours, many wanted a 

bit more privacy, while others wanted 

to do something with the land. 

‘‘They are looking for somewhere 

with abit of space and agood shed, as 

many are collectors of vintage or 

classic vehicles, and they were 

looking for lifestyle blocks with goodsized 

garages to store their collections 

in. 

‘‘If they find agood garaging 

situation, then they often lease out the 

rest of the property to farmers to run 

or finish stock on and earn abit of 

spare cash off it. It’s agood match. 

‘‘Others are looking for that small 

manageable farmlet holding, where 

they can run their horses on it, breed 

afew small cows like Belted 

Galloways, or goats, alpacas or 

specialist sheep. 

‘‘The oddest I’ve heard of was 

breeding Quail to sell to restaurants.’’ 

He says others see lifestyle blocks as 

somewhere to run small businesses 

from, where the family home and work 

are close to each other. 

There is ahuge choice out there in 

the marketplace, and demand is very 

hot at the moment,” he says 

He offers advice to anyone 

considering selling their lifestyle 

block to consider the three P’s. 

Promotion: Use all your local 

marketing opportunities to promote 

your sale. 

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getting the priceyou want remember, 

firstimpressions count. 

Pricing: It must be priced for the 

market –researchwhatsimilar 

properties are pricedat. 

In June 2025, Shane O’Brien, REINZ 

rural spokesperson, spoke of the high 

demand in Canterbury for lifestyle 

blocks,and howitwas being driven by 

urban residents seeking more space, 

as well as outofregion buyers 

attractedtolifestyle appeal and 

remote work flexibility. 

He says there hasalso been 

movement from returning New 

Zealanders,motivatedbylifestyle and 

family reasons. 

More recently, the weatherhas 

largely had aneutral impacton 

lifestyle properties, unless they 

include vineyards or horticultural 

elements. 

Looking ahead, Mr O’Brien says the 

sector will continue to be shaped by 

interestrates and regulations on 

overseasbuyers. 

Fluctuating rates remain the most 

notable shift, with tighter lending 

conditions also influencing buyer 

decisions. 

While some confidencehas 

returned, land use changesfor 

developments remain akey 

constraint, particularly near urban 

growth areas. 


recently introducedrules covering the 

western side of the districtaimed at 

protecting the district’s rural 

characterand ensuring there is 

enoughproductivefarmland for 

future generations. 

Lifestyle ... The lure of lifestyle blocks in 

North Canterbury is still strong. PHOTO: FILE 

Lifestyle management 

Managing alifestyle block isn’t just 

about the animals, it’s about the land 

that supports them. 

From fencing and pasture care to 

water systems and feed management, 

good planning and regular upkeep, they 

all make adifference. 

Fencing: First Line of Defence 

Secure fencing is critical. Not just to 

keep animals in, but to keep them safe. 

Choose materials based on the species 

you’re running, the terrain, and your 

budget. 

Electric fencing is useful for temporary 

set ups or subdividing paddocks, but 

permanent fences should be builttolast. 

Check fences regularly for damage, 

especially after storms or stock 

pressure. Gates, hinges, and strainers all 

need maintenance. 

Pasture Management 

Healthy pasture reduces feed costs and 

keeps animals in good condition. 

Rotational grazing is key, move animals 

before they overgraze, and allow 

paddocks time to recover. 

Soil testing helps you understand 

nutrient levels and guides fertiliser use. 

Weed control, especially of ragwort, 

thistles and buttercup, is an ongoing task 

on most blocks. 

If you'relooking at pasture 

improvement, get practical advice on 

fertilisers, pasture management, and 

weed control. 

Before you can grow better pasture, you 

need to understand what’s happening 

beneath your feet. 

Once you’ve got ahandle on your soil 

health, it’s time to make the most of your 

paddocks. 

Pasture Management takes things astep 

further,helping you understand how 

pasturegrows, what affects its quality, 

and how to use it more effectively. 

There is plenty of booklets and 

information available on line to help you 

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Clay soils don’tneed to bog you down 

Mark Rayner shows how with abit 

of TLC and clever plant selection, 

clay soil doesn’t need to bog you 

down. Courtesy 

kiwigardenermagazine.co.nz 

Clay soil can be achallenge to work with 

as agardener. It becomes rock hard and 

impenetrable in summer and is aboggy 

mess in winter. 

However, its also packed full of 

goodness —you just need to work it abit 

to unlock all that lovely growing potential. 

The problem is clay soil particles are so 

fine that they bind together, often 

compacting, which locks in valuable 

nutrientsand causes problems with 

drainage and airflow. However,adding 

plenty of well rotted organic matteronan 

ongoing basis will almost certainly help to 

open up and improve the basic soil 

structure. 

By planting adiverse range of plants 

with varying systems, you can encourage 

much undergroundmicrobial activity, 

which will also help to improve 

conditions. Once the soil structure has 

been improved (especially issues with 

drainage), there are plenty of plants that 

will thrive in clay soil. We give you some of 

the best. 

Roses 

These popular performers will thank you 

profuselyfor asunny spot in clay soil. And 

they’ll even improve growing conditions 

further, helping to open up compacted soil 

with their strong root system. Available in 

multitudeofcolours, varieties and 

cultivars,fromgroundcovering beauties 

to shrubs and climbers. as well as 

gorgeouslyfragrant oldfashioned 

varieties, there really is arose to suit every 

situation and taste. 

They love anutritious soil, so as long as 

they can access this goodness, they’ll 

reward you with plentiful blooms. Mulch 

annually (in spring or autumn) to continue 

to improve soil structure, and avoid 

treading directly on the soil as this can 

compact it further. 

Fuchsias 

Another popular flowering plant, the good 

old fuchsia will also thrive in welldrained 

clay soil. Again they also love fertile soil 

and will bloom from latespringthrough to 

autumn —with somevarieties even 

flowering into early winter. As they flower 

on new wood you can increasethe number 

of blooms by pruning in late winter or 

early spring, and atidyup trim in summer 

will also help. They do require some direct 

light—preferably morning sun followed 

by dappled shade during the hotter part of 

the day, 

Hostas 

Iyou have ashady or semishady sport 

with clay soil, then look no further than 

the hosta. Grown primarily for its bold 

Popular performer ... Roses will grow profusely in asunny spotinclay soil. 

summer foliage in avariety of shapes and 

colours, from outsized steelyblue to 

cream and even yellow/green variegations, 

the hardworking hostaisagreat choice 

where other plants my fail. 

Viburnum Tinus 

Viburnums are in especially robust group 

of plants that are tolerant of many 

conditions, but for clay solid with good 

drainage, Viburnumtinus comes out on 

top. thispopular evergreen is great for 

formal or informal hedging, withits 

attractive, glossy green foliage and 

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delicate winter flowers —great for 

pollinating insects when there’s less on 

offer to them. Good in full sun or partial 

shade, where it will reach an eventual 

height and spread of 3m if left unchecked. 

Apple trees 

Don’t overlook fruit trees when it comes to 

establishing agarden in clay soil —most 

will thrive on the extra nutrients provided. 

Poor drainage will need to be rectified but 

once the soil is aerated andopened up 

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Basketballleague rolls on 


Wheelchair basketball is fastand action 

packed and it will be on show this 

Friday, October 3, to Sunday, October 5, 

when the third round of the National 

Wheelchair Basketball Leaguerolls into 

Rangiora. 

MainPower Stadium will host three 

days of intensive competition between 

four North Island teams and three 

Canterbury teams. 

Player Curtis Smith, of Rangiora, says 

it will be hard and fast. 

‘‘The physicality of the sportishigh, 

but that’s what makes it exciting to be 

part of and to watch.’’ 

‘‘We will be playing the very intense 

3x3 nationals on Friday and on Saturday 

and Sunday there will be the full team 

matches on around robin schedule 

leading up to the finals on Sunday 

afternoon.’’ 

Curtis says he got started in the sport 

in the early 2000s when he went along to 

watch some friends playing,and got 

hooked on the sport. 

‘‘It uses all the rules of normal 

basketball. It’s just at times more 

tactical and physical, plus we’re abit 

further from the hoops. But the speed 

will amaze people who haven't seen it 

before. 

‘‘It keeps me fit and those playing it 

are really nice people. They just play 

hard and expect you to also.’’ 

The Canterbury Rollers Red team is 

lying third in the national points 

standings, something they want to 

improve on this weekend. 

‘‘We start at 9am each day so come 

along and see some great basketball, as 

you support the Canterbury Red, White 

and Black teams, ’’ says Curtis. 

Fast action ... Curtis Smith, of Rangiora, 

trains with fellow Canterbury players in 

preparation for this weekend’s national 

league matches. 


Young champs 


The rescheduled 

Super Mini and 

Junior Motocross 

Champs were hosted 

by the Canterbury 

Mini MX Club, at the 

race track on 

Murrays Road, 

Hawarden over the 

weekend. 

Bad weather had 

forced the 

postponement 

several weeks ago, 

but against a 

backdrop of snow 

capped mountains 

and fine weather, 

101 entrants from all 

over the South 

Island competed in 

eight agegroups and 

engine capacity 

classes on the 

purpose built 

motocross track. 

The riders were 

aged from four to 16 

years of age, riding 

on motocross 

machines of 50cc, 

65cc, 85cc and up to 

250cc in capacity. 

Bythe end of 

racing on the 

Saturday, in the 

junior class 1216 

years 125/250, 

Richard Spenser 

(Cheviot), Levi 

McMaster (Ohoka), 

and Jaxon Church 

(Burwood), fought 

all weekendfor the 

series points lead 

while in the junior 

under17 years 

85/150 class Levi 

McMaster 

maintained astrong 

Up and over..., Addison Taylor, of Loburn, 

enjoyed successatthe Super Mini and 

JuniorMotocross Champs, hosted by the 

Canterbury Mini MX Club, at the race track on 

Murrays Road, Hawarden over the weekend. 

series of podium 

finishes. 

Loburn’s Addison 

Taylor, racing in the 

girls 711 trails, and 

6850cc classes had 

awinning day with 

several race wins. 

In the mini 47 

years 50cc class 

Ethan Smith (Rga), 

Oakley Robertson 

(Oxford), and Charli 

Taylor (Loburn) 

shared abrace of 


seconds and thirds 

between themselves 

in their classes. 

In the Mini 68 

years (big 50s) class 

Addison Taylor 

(Loburn) held off 

strong challenges 

from Rhys 

Illingworth (Oxford), 

Poppy Hopewell 

(Flaxton) Ethan 

Smith (Rga) and 

Oakley Robertson 

(Oxford). 

NORTH CANTERBURYRESULTS 

Rangiora Bridge Club 

Spring Blossoms: North/South: Sue 

Solomons 1, Helen Phillips/Sue McIlroy 2, 

Helen Paterson/Alison Price 3. East/West: 

Dawn Simpson/Junette McIntyre1, 

Gaynor Hurford/Robyn Dawson 2, Ross 

Marks/Lynette Tillman 3. 

Individual: N/S: Jenny Story/Peter Story 1, 

Stuart Atkinson/Pauline Croft 2, Robyn 

Dawson/Joyce Gray 3. E/W: Mary Warren/ 

Denise Lang 1, Jill Amer/Bunty Marshall 2, 

RichardLuisetti/Derek Wilson 3. 

Novice Pairs: N/S: Ginny Russell/Murray 

Messervy 1, Judy McIver/Paul Williams 2, 

Denis Milne/Diane Graham 3. E/W: Kevin 

Douglas/Maria Douglas 1, Karen Curtis/Liz 

MacLean2,Arihia Proctor/Joanne 

Pickering 3. 

Presidents: N/S: Jo McGowan/Janelle 

Crawley1,Nita Sheasby/Joyce Gray 2, 

Helen Russ/Susan Kinley 3. E/W: Alison 

MacDonald/Ross Marks 1, Barry Smart/ 

Anne Bagrie 2, Kevin Kuch /Mark 

Apperley3. 

Rangiora Golf 

Nine Hole Golf Championships 2025 

Division 1Men’s Champion: Keith Ryder. 

Division 1Ladies Champion: Pamela 

Holland.Division 2Men’s Champion: 

Robert Madden. 

Division 2Ladies Champion: Verety 

Johnson. 

AmberleyBridge Club 

September 22: Jan Bishop &JRoose 1, Jill 

Coberger &Irene Carson 2, Jim Knight & 

Tim Saunders 3. 

September 25: North South: Douschka 

Saunders &Nell McKellow 1, Adrienne 

Paine &Lesley BladonMoss and Judith 

Driver &Jan Roose equal 2, Rose Fahey & 

Margaret Smith 3. East/West: Noel 

Langdon &Gavin Dunnett1,Bruce Johns 

&Tim Saunders 2, Mary Warren &Irene 

Carson 3. 

AmberleyGolf Club 

September 27: Multiple stableford: S 

Neumann &SWiddowson 97, RAtwill &L 

Schwaiger 85, JLucas &GWilliams 77, N 

Granger &JWebb 71, AGenet &B 

Fitzgerald 71. Twos:NGranger, M 

Haddleton, Ray Atwill. Closesttothe Pin: 

AGenet, SMarsh. Excel Design Longest 

Putt: GWilliams. 

Mid Week men: NRhynd 43, NReeves 42, 

JAllan 40, BGill 39, MMcIntosh39. Keith 

Duns Memorial Trophy: NRhynd. 

Mid Week Women, 4BBB Stableford: S 

Ley &JEwing 48, SLee &JYates 47, R 

Ashworth &JLucas 47. Longest Putt: H 

Astle. Winner Sept. LGU: JWebb 65. 

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Water Planapproved 


Local DemocracyReporter 

ANorth Canterbury waterservices plan 

has been given the green light. 

The Department of Internal Affairs 

has signed off on aproposal by the 

Hurunui and Kaikōura district councils 

to form ajoint water services council 

controlled organisation (CCO). 

Kaikōura District Council chief 

executive Will Doughty said he was 

pleased the plan was among the first 10 

water services delivery plans to be 

approved. 

‘‘To get it approved is really great. 

There was afair bit of work to get aplan 

together which met the legislative 

requirements, so it is pleasing to know 

the Government has some confidencein 

what we’ve put forward.’’ 

The two councils agreed to form ajoint 

CCO earlier this year, after considering 

different options alongside the 

Waimakariri District Council, which has 

formed an inhouse water services 

business unit. 

Mr Doughty said there will be cost 

increases for Kaikōura households due 

to economic regulation, ensuring water 

services are sustainable and funding 

depreciation, which Kaikōura was not 

doing. 

‘‘We have combined with the 

(depreciation) model used by Hurunui to 

try and smooththe impact, but therewill 

be no getting away from the cost ofwater 

going up.’’ 

Hurunui District Council chief 

executive Hamish Dobbie said the work 

now begins the implement the plan, 

including writing aconstitution and 

forming aboard of directors. 

He said the two councils will hold a 

joint hui after the election, ‘‘sowecan sit 

down and make sure they are 

comfortable with what we are doing’’. 

The new CCO needs to be up and 

running by July 1next year and will be 

responsible for supplying water services 

to morethan 11,000 connections or 

properties across the two districts. 

But Mr Dobbie said the new CCO could 

always do with more scale and the door 

remains open to Waimakariri and other 

councils to join. 

‘‘One ofthe issues forusisscale, as we 

are still notbig. You get more advantage 

if you get bigger. 

‘‘We have always worked closely with 

Waimakaririand we will continue to 

investigate opportunities to work 

together.’’ 

In the meantime, it is business as 

usual, with the two councils continuing 

to provide drinking water, stormwater 

and wastewater services. 

‘‘If people turn on their taps they can 

still expect safe, reliable drinking water 

24/7,’’ Mr Dobbie said. 

The water services delivery plan 

outlines how both councils will work 

together to deliver water services for 

their communities under adedicated 

CCO. 

It sets out the investment required 

over the next 10 years to meet service 

levels, regulatory standards, and growth 

needs, and how this will be funded. 

Councils will have until June 30, 2028, 

to demonstrate they are financially 

sustainable. 



Workload questioned 

By DAVID HILL. 


Waimakariri's councillors have 

questioned the pressures from 

central Government, as councillors 

prepare 29 submissions in eight 

months. 

The Waimakariri District Council 

endorsed four submissions to 

Government at acouncil meeting on 

Tuesday, September 30, and 

expressed concern at thepressures 

being put on local councils to 

respond in short timeframes. 

Councillor Joan Ward said the 

council had made 29 submissions so 

far this year, which was ‘‘humongous 

work for our staff’’. 

Mayor Dan Gordon said not all 

councils had the capacitytorespond. 

‘‘The number of submissions which 

are coming through is huge. We are 

constantly called upon for our views. 

‘‘It’s abit of aminefield at times 

and Iknow Governments have an 

agenda which they want to get 

through, but keeping up with all of 

that is alot of work for our staff.’’ 

The submissions included 

feedback on the Government’s ‘Going 

for Housing Growth’ legislation as 

part of the Resource Management 

Act reform, the proposed Woodend 

Bypass toll, the Local Government 

(System Improvements) Bill and the 

review of the National Civil Defence 

Emergency Management Plan. 

Deputy Mayor Neville Atkinson 

reminded the council of the need to 

consult with Te NgāiTūāhuriri 

Rūnanga on legislation which effects 

them. 

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Hesaid hewas alsoconcerned at 

the pressuresonstaff. 

‘‘The number of submissions that 

have been thrown our way over the 

last 12 months is gettingbeyond a 

joke.’’ 

Council policy andcorporate 

planning team leader Sylvia 

Docherty said staff were also 

working on asubmission for the code 

of conductsection of the Local 

Government (System Improvements) 

Bill and feedback on the Antisocial 

Road Use Legislation Amendment 

Bill. 

Thecouncil’s submission on the 

‘Going for Housing Growth’ 

programme supported ‘the overall 

intention’ of the proposed 

legislation. 

But it wants the Governmentto 

retain existing spatial planning 

frameworks, to maintain town 

centres ‘‘as focal points for economic 

activity’’, and to ‘‘preserve local 

decisionmakingtoreflect 

community values’’. 

Thecouncil submitted against the 

proposedWoodendBypass toll, 

citing concerns it will add cost to 

ratepayers as the council mitigates 

theimpact of increased traffic in 

Kaiapoiand Tuahiwi. 

Ms Docherty said the work was far 

from over. 

‘‘We are aware of legislation 

expectedtocome through between 

now and December, so this is a 

continualprocess andwewill be 

here to support the new council in 

giving feedback.’’ 


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pristine, spring-like water, complemented by town supplyaccess at the boundary. For those seekingtrue self-sufficiency, the 

propertyalso features paddocks, currently hometoafellow deer herd, and apurpose-built eco chiller -perfect forhunting or 

farm-to-tableliving. Practicalityand luxury combinewithaseparate laundry,extensive storage, and aremarkable six-bay 

garage complete withkitchenetteand bathroom -ideal formechanics,hobbies, or housingboats,skis, and adventure gear. 

3 3 3 2 

For Sale By Negotiation 

View By appointment 

Web pb.co.nz/RL206896 



E megan.burridge@pb.co.nz 

Rangiora 78 AshleyStreet 

Woodend 15 Bowie Drive 

Here's arare opportunity with options galore! 

Sitting on agenerous 1,029m2 sectioninRangiora's sought-after 

medium densityzone,this1920s characterhomeisready for multigenerational 

living,savvy investors, land bankers, or developers. The 

main home offers 4bedrooms, 1bathroomand aspacious lounge 

heated via log burner and sun streaming throughranch sliders and 

French doors. The Frenchdoors lead to acovered patio area and 

garaging, or through sliders to asunny, established,private garden 

with fruit trees. Alargegarage, workshop and plentyofparking. 

Adding to theappeal is afully consentedsleepout-self-contained 

1-bedroom unit with fenced section. Idealfor extendedfamily, 

tenants, or extraincome. 

5 2 1 1 

DeadlineSale closes Thursday16th 

October,2025 at 10.00am, (unless sold 

prior) 


Web pb.co.nz/RU209524 



The perfectfit! 

The perfect fitfor todayand as you grow for tomorrow too! In the 

heart of Woodend village, this property brings together space, 

comfort, and flexibility -the ideal backdrop for family life.Whether 

you're starting out,upsizing,orsimplywanting room for everyone to 

enjoy, it's ahome designed to fit your lifestyle todayand tomorrow. 

What's inside: This home is allabout family living andflexibility. With 

the choice of five bedrooms or four plus aspacious games room, 

there'sroomfor everyone to spread out.The modernised kitchen flows 

to awelcoming dining space where you'll gatherfor everydaymeals 

and special occasions. Acosy lounge, warmed by both alog fire anda 

heat pump. 

4 1 2 

For Sale Buyers $649,000+ 

View Sun5Oct 1.00 -1.30pm 


Aaron Clark 


Anna Pethig 

M 027913 4909 

Property Brokers Ltd LicensedREAA 2008 |pb.co.nz 

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Rangiora 201/39 High Street 

Cust 1771CustRoad 

The best seat in town! 

Right in the heart of Rangiora,thisapartmentnails the mixof location, 

hassle freelifestyle and modern comfort. 

What's inside: 

Entry via the elevator (or short flight of stairs if you need to getyour 

step count up!), to the apartment foyer and thenthroughtothe openplan 

living -this home flowseffortlessly! Completewith adesigner 

kitchen fittedwith Fisher &Paykel appliances, stone benchtops and 

featuretile splashback. The open design living space allows room for 

bothdiningand relaxing plus there is agenerous balcony-ideal for 

yourmorning coffee or evening G&T's while enjoying thesweeping 

viewsoverRangiora (or thebirds eye view back down tothe main 

street hustle!). 

2 2 2 

Deadline Sale closes Tuesday30th 

September, 2025 at 4.00pm, (unless 

sold prior) 



Aaron Clark 


Anna Pethig 


Lifestyle in Cust Village 

Nestledinthe charming rural community of Cust, this exceptional 

lifestyle property offers notonly abeautifully presentedhomebut also 

rental income. With arental cottage on site andplenty of space for 

expansion,this propertypresents arare blend of comfort, 

convenience,and opportunity. The main home features three 

bedrooms and two modernbathrooms, allimpeccably maintained and 

updated.You'llappreciate thebrand newkitchen, separatelaundry, 

doubleglazing, and cozy living spaces warmed by four heat pumps 

and awoodburner.The master bedroom includes awalk-in wardrobe, 

andthe home isequipped with underfloor insulation, ensuring comfort 

year-round. 

3 2 1 1 

For Sale By Negotiation 



Aaron Clark 


Amberley 30 Courage Road 

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Showstopper on Courage 

This stylish home is packedwith thoughtful touches,high-end finishes, and smart extras -atrue standout ready to wow from 

the moment you walk in.Step insideand preparetobeimpressed. The heartofthe home is an expansiveopen-plan living 

space, whereadesignerkitchen flows into the diningand lounge. Thinkdouble ovens, awalk-in pantry,and even ahandy 

studynook -all perfectly set up for entertaining or simplyunwinding by the wood burner. Four generous bedrooms, two stylish 

bathrooms, both with underfloor heating, andaseparate toilet mean there's spacefor thewhole family. Themaster suite is a 

trueretreat with its own walk-in robe,beauty bar, and sleek ensuite. Storage is thoughtfully designed throughout,with 

generous built-ins and alarge attic providing space for everyday essentials and seasonalitems. Comfort is guaranteedyearround 

with awood burnerwith wetback, heat pump,heat transfer system, and full insulation. Add in theSue Kelly water filter 

system,and you've got efficiency,comfort,and peace of mind all wrapped up.Outside, thefully fenced section is designed for 

easy living-with tidy lawns, agarden shed,planter boxes, and two glasshouses. 

4 2 1 2 

Deadline Sale closes Wednesday15th October, 2025 at 3.00pm, 

(unless sold prior) 



Allie Miller 


E allie.miller@pb.co.nz 

PropertyBrokers LtdLicensed REAA 2008 |pb.co.nz 

Proudtobehere

Dayan 

Muntz 

Hawarden 128 Horsley Down Road 

New Listing 

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Your country lifestyleawaits 

Vendorshave purchased! Breatheinthe freshcountry air andexperience alifestyle of space, self-sufficiency, and unmatched 

rural tranquillity. Set in apeacefulsmall-town setting, this exceptional 4-bedroom lifestyle property offersthe perfect balance 

of charm, functionality,and versatility-and with the vendorsalready committed to theirnextmove,now is the timetoact. 

From the moment youstepintothe heart of the home-awarm, country-style kitchen -you'll be greeted withuninterrupted 

views overrolling countryside.Whether you'repreparingmeals orenjoying your morningcoffee, this outlook will be adaily 

reminder of theserenity this property offers.The home featuresawelcoming wet-back logburner withaheat transfer system, 

solar tubes for efficienthot water heating, and aprivateoutdoorspa -ideal forunwindingunder thestarsand soaking in the 

peaceofrural life. There's space for thewhole family to enjoy, bothindoors and out.Outside, theinfrastructure on offer is 

extraordinary: •Astandalone garage foreveryday convenience •Two fully enclosedshedswithpower, including asubstantial 

15m x9mblockworkshop equipped with3-phase power. 

4 2 1 7 

DeadlineSale closes Thursday23rd October, 2025 at 2.00pm, 


View Sun 5Oct 2.30 -3.30pm 


Dayan Muntz 


E dayan.muntz@pb.co.nz 

Hawarden 13 Jervois Street 

New Listing 

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Home sweet Hawarden 

Freshlyupdated andready to enjoy, this 4bedroom homecombines modern comfortwith country village living. Withnew 

carpet andpaintthroughout, awetbacklog burner, and afully fenced section, it’s the idealchoice forfirst home buyers, local 

workers or thosejust wanting toescape the bustle of city life. 

Set in the heart of Hawarden, you’llenjoythe charm of asmallNorth Canterburyvillage withall theessentialscloseathand. 

Apracticaland affordable home with plentyofappeal. 

Talk to me today to register your interest, as this onewill fly out the door! 

4 1 1 2 

DeadlineSale closes Thursday23rd October, 2025 at 2.00pm, 




Dayan Muntz 


E dayan.muntz@pb.co.nz 

Property Brokers LtdLicensed REAA2008 |pb.co.nz 

Proudtobehere

Rangiora 38 Acacia Avenue 

NewListing 

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Timeless elegance withamoderntwist 

Do you want ahome that has it all? Setatthe endofaquietcul-de-sac, this beautifully presented three-bedroom home (plus 

office) blends timeless style withmoderncomforts. Designedfor family living, the layout offerstwo livingareas –asunny 

open-planspace that flowstothe north-facingpatio, andaformal lounge idealfor entertaining or quiet evenings. Thenearnew 

kitchenimpresseswith double ovens, induction hob, sleek benchtops, and agenerous pantry, all overlookingthe dining 

areaand garden.Central heating and underfloor heatingintiledareas ensure year-round comfort,whilefiltered water and 

wiredmediaoutlets highlightthoughtful design.The master suiteprovidesaprivate retreatwith tiledensuite, walk-inrobe, 

and shelving. Twofurther bedrooms featureexcellent storage, complemented by extensive hall cupboards. Afrontoffice 

offersapeacefulwork-from-home solution. Step outsidetoaprivate, sun-filledpatio withlouvredroof, side curtains, anda 

calming water feature.Manicured lawns,extensive vegetable gardens, and espalieredfruit trees add beauty and productivity. 

Aninternal-accessdouble garage,amplestorage. 

3 2 2 

Auction 2.00pm, Wed29th Oct, 2025 



Bev Wright AREINZ 

M 027 434 2486 E bev@pb.co.nz 

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I’vebeeninvolvedinagriculturemywhole life -from 

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NEW LISTING 

Rangiora 19B Windsor Court 

Something trulyspecialawaits 

Tucked away down aprivatedriveway,this beautifully maintainedthree-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse 

combines style, comfort and everyday functionality. Lovingly maintained to ahigh standard, the entrance hall 

opens to aspacious, brightlivingarea. The adjoining kitchen is bothstylish and functional, with updated cabinetry, 

quality appliances and abundant storage. Through bi-fold doors, the open-plan dining area connects to the sunfilledpaved 

patio, perfectlyextending the living spaceoutdoors.Double-glazed throughout, the home stays 

wonderfully warm,with awood burner in the living room andtwo additionalheat pumps. Aseparate toiletand 

laundryadd convenience. Outdoors,paved paths wind through established trees and shrubs with raised vegetable 

beds and aglasshouse for the avidgardener. 

3 1 2 2 

DeadlineSale (unless soldprior) 

1pm, Tue21Oct 2025 

251-253 High Street, Rangiora 

View 12-12.30pm Sun 5Oct or by appointment 

Anna Bray 027 320 7457 

Dean Pugh 027 335 6303 

WHALAN ANDPARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THEREA ACT2008 

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NEW LISTING 

Rangiora 12 RiverviewRoad 

Spacious family livingwith street views 

Set proudlyatthe front ofits blockinadesirable neighbourhood, this well-designed home presents an inviting 

opportunity forthose seekinggenerous living spaces. There is no denying that once you stepinside, the expansive 

open-plankitchen, dining and livingareaimmediately impresses.The modernkitchen provides ample bench space, 

quality appliancesand generous storage, while the living areaflowseffortlessly to anorth-facing patio,perfect for 

summer barbecues or relaxed evenings outdoors. Thehomeoffers generous sleeping quarters, featuringamaster 

suite with ensuite, walk-in wardrobe and sliding doors thatopen directly to the garden. The remaining three double 

bedrooms each include theirown built-in wardrobes and areserved by afamily bathroom and separate toilet. Yearround 

comfort is assuredwithdouble glazing and efficient heating. 

4 2 2 2 


1pm, Wed 22 Oct 2025 


View 11-11.30am Sun 5Oct or byappointment 





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10 Chelsea Court 

Rangiora 258 and 260 West Belt 

Optionsgalore -resideand enjoy, developorlandbank 

Secureanexcitingpropertyinthe heart ofRangiora that has stood out as apeaceful oasis for many years. This 

beautifully caredfor home exudes charm and grace, all sited on atitle of 5,260 square metres. Established, private, 

with asunny aspect,the vendorsextensions have addedcharacterand appeal to the home. The secondtitle of 710 

square metres is asection at 10 Chelsea Courtwithacommon boundary to the larger title, anortherly aspect and in 

aquiet cul-de-sacofsuperiorestablishedhomes. Options exist for purchasers to enjoy the extra space and privacy, 

further renovatethe home,investigatedevelopment of the large lawn and garden, consider intensification or even 

to holdasaland bank investment for thefuture. Thevendorissellingboth properties as awhole. No open homes 

are scheduled; viewing is strictly by appointment.Register your interestatthe earliestopportunity. 

4 2 1 3 


1pm, Thu23Oct 2025 


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Pegasus 21 Te Haunui Lane 

Scandinavianfeelonthefairway 

It's just so homely! There's somethinginstantly calmingabout this home -asense of warmth andease. With its 

clean-lined Scandinavianaesthetic, this Lockwood Home offers ablonde wood interior creating stylish spaces. Set 

onanexpansive 2,393sqmsection, tuckedaway in acul-de-sac, the property enjoys frontageonto Pegasus Golf 

Coursewithsweepingrural views, dottedwithmountain glimpses. Whether you're moving from alifestyle block or 

farm, thishome provides that perfect"downsize without compromise" feel. Sheltered nooks on thelarge 

entertainers deck inviteyou to pause, soak in thegreenery,orsimply gazeatthe night skyfromthe comfort of your 

spa.Whether it's long summer eveningswith friends, quiet mornings with coffee, or winter nights by the fire,every 

cornerhas been designed forrelaxedliving. 


4 3 2 3 


12pm, Wed 8Oct 2025 


View Sun 11.45am-12.15pm 

Lance Farrant 021 419815 l.farrant@bayleys.co.nz 

AaronLaing 027 747 2833 

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Woodend 95 FullersRoad 

Yourown lake,yourownlandscape 

•Led by aprivate lake andbackedby5.1840hectaresofland, this Woodend property shifts the lifestyle block into 

entirelynew territory. As the definingfeature of the landscape,the lake transforms land into lifestyle, appealing to 

thosewho value space, privacy, andthe freedomofrecreation onthe water, from boating to water sports. 

•The Summerhill Stonehomefeatures asplit-levelfloor plan with four bedrooms,two bathrooms (including 

ensuite), multiple living zones,and adouble garage. 

•Aprivatewater bore ensures independence,and thelocation -minutes from Woodend, Pegasus, and the coast, 

combineslakeside leisure witheveryday convenience. 

•Thisrare property offers aunique blend ofland, lifestyle, and water freedomseldom found. 


4 2 2 2 

Auction (unless soldprior) 12pm, Thu23Oct 2025 

3Deans Avenue, Chch 

View 11.30am-12pm Sun 5Oct 

Mark Pringle 027 4333334 

mark.pringle@bayleys.co.nz 

George Pringle 027 726 4912 

george.pringle@bayleys.co.nz 


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NEW LISTING 

Boundary lines areindicativeonly 

Fernside 934 Oxford Road 

Rangiora 97 White Street 

Premium land offering 

• Set in apremium location justminutes from 

Rangiora,approximately 36km fromChristchurch 

• Avariety of elevated building sites tochoose from 

• Mature trees and established shelterbelts border 

the property, providing privacyand protection 

• Quality internal and boundaryfencing plus 

independentwater reticulation with an allocationof 

5,000 litresper day, more than sufficient for 

household and livestock. Power canbebrought to 

theboundary if required 

• Existing title, immediate possession available to 

start planning and building with no delay! 


4.0703 ha 

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 

1pm,Wed 15 Oct 2025 

251-253 HighStreet,Rangiora 

View by appointment 

MarkPringle 027 4333334 

mark.pringle@bayleys.co.nz 

Jack Pringle 027 533 4820 

jack.pringle@bayleys.co.nz 

George Pringle 027 7264912 

george.pringle@bayleys.co.nz 

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDREAA2008 

Character, charm and a 

coveted address 

• Anoften admired character home on 733sqm 

• Wellmaintainedand refurbished 

• Awelcoming blendofclassic features and modern 

comfort 

• Spacious living room filledwithnatural light 

• Two double bedrooms -master with French door 

to deck,plus afabulous studio 

• Established landscaped groundswith multiple 

entertainingareas in aconvenient location 


2 1 1 2 2 

Deadline Sale (unlesssold prior) 

1pm, Tue 7Oct 2025 


View 1.15-1.45pm Sun 5Oct 

Jane Moody 027 455 0161 

jane.moody@bayleys.co.nz 

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Sefton 533 Lower Sefton Road 

Kaiapoi 65 Hilton Street 

EuropeaninspiredCountry 

Estate 

• 4.0116 hectares set up for equestrianpursuits 

• Stunning five-bedroomfamily home 

• Three living, two andahalf bathrooms 

• Full height grand entranceand sun gallery 

• Ground floor master andensuite 

• Hurunui water scheme, ownwell,securefencing 

• Two loose boxes and yards, four bay barn, good 

shelter 


5 3 2 2 

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 

1pm,Tue 21 Oct2025 

251-253HighStreet,Rangiora 

View 11-11.30am Sun 5Oct 

Jane Moody 027455 0161 

jane.moody@bayleys.co.nz 

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDREAA2008 

Unlock potential –investor 

develop 

Property highlights: 

• Prime location in Kaiapoi: Centrally located in 

Kaiapoiwith easyaccess to local amenities, 

services, and transport routes 

• Vacant possession with development potential: 

Flat 1,012sqm site suitablefor redevelopment 

opportunities or investment 

• Off-streetparking: Ample off-street parking for 

both tenantsand customers, providing 

convenience and ease of access 

1,012 sqm 140 sqm 

Deadline Sale (unlesssold prior) 

4pm, Thu 16 Oct 2025 

251-253High Street, Rangiora 

Phone forviewing times 

Tom Gilroy 0274380 966 

tom.gilroy@bayleys.co.nz 

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RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL 

OMIHI 324Reeces Road 

'Palmdale' -Premium North Canterbury Farm 

Palmdale is ameticulously maintained 376.26 ha property in the 

sought-after Omihi area of North Canterbury. Comprising extensive 

flats, rolling downs, and limited steeper hill country, nearly all land is 

cultivable. Fencing is of ahigh standard, with 4km new and 4km 

upgraded inthe past three years,mostly post and wirewith electric 

options. Access isexcellent,with lanesand established shelter. 

Traditionally abreeding andfinishing unit, Palmdale has been 

developed for bull beef, lamb,and cattle finishing. Improvements 

include anew 3-stand RB woolshed with covered yards, two-bay 

open shed, new cattle yards, andaworkshop. Pasture upgrades, crop 

rotation, and targeted fertiliser enhance productivity. Approx.40ha is 

in lucerne, 30hainkale, and80ha innew grass. Water is supplied via 

12.5 units of county scheme with troughsinall paddocks and 

established dams.The 2011 brick home features double glazing, 

qualityfittings, andaspacious open-plan livingarea with Masport 

log burner, plusaseparate lounge. There are four doublebedrooms, 

an office/fifth bedroom,and amaster with en suite andpatioaccess. 

Setin alarge, private garden with mature trees andsweepinglawns. 

DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY 

Plus GST (if any) (Unless Sold Prior) 

Closes 2.00pm, Friday 17 October 

VIEW By Appointment Only 

Peter Crean 

M 027 434 4002 

E pcrean@pggwrightson.co.nz 

Mark Clyne 


E mark.clyne@pggwrightson.co.nz 

pggwre.co.nz/RAN41400 

ASHLEY 129 Lower Sefton Road 

Act Now -Vendors Ready toMove 

Our retiring vendors are readyfor their next chapter, 

offering this 11.3583ha lifestyle property in Ashley.The 

spacious red brick home includes fourdouble 

bedrooms (master with en suite and walk-in robe), 

open-planliving, modern kitchen,and indoor-outdoor 

flow.Comfort features include alog burner, heat 

pump, double glazing, and internaldouble garage. 

Theestablishedgardensinclude fruittrees,aveggie 

patch,and aglasshouse. The land is divided into nine 

paddocks with reliable water supplyand multiple 

sheds,including apoweredthree-bay shed,hay shed, 

andstock yards. 

pggwre.co.nz/RAN41227 

4 2 2 

OFFERS OVER $1.275M 

CONSIDERED 

Peter Crean 

M 027 434 4002 

E pcrean@pggwrightson.co.nz 

Mark Clyne 


E mark.clyne@pggwrightson.co.nz 

Proven Performance 

Peterand Markhavesuccessfullysoldanimpressivenumber of properties, 

demonstrating theirknowledge,abilitytonegotiate,and commitment to 

excellence. 

Localknowledge Personalised approach Free,no-pressureappraisals 

CONTACTUSTODAY 

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PETERCREAN 

M 027434 4002 

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PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited,licensed under theREAA 2008 

PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensedunder REAA 2008 

71 High Street,RANGIORA 

73 Carters Road,AMBERLEY 

Phone: 03 313 0610 

Email:rangiora@pggwre.co.nz 

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NEW LISTING 

OPEN HOME 

AMBERLEY 15 Johnson Avenue 

Space, Sunlight, and Serenity 

Aperfect opportunity to secureaquality home in the 

heartofAmberley. Builtin2020, this thoughtfully 

designed217sqm (more or less) residence with highendtouches 

sits on asunny, easy-care 700sqm section. 

Open-planliving with awalk-inpantry, asemiseparate 

lounge, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow to 

anorth-facingpatio. Three spacious bedrooms include 

aprimary suite with en suite and outdoor access. 

Complete with two heat pumps, doublegarage,attic 

storage, and ample off-street parking-this home 

offers comfort,style, and flexibility for families, retirees, 

or investors. 

3 2 2 

OFFERS OVER $830,000 

CONSIDERED 

VIEW 11.15-11.45am, 

Sunday 5October 

Maria Rickerby 


E mrickerby@pggwrightson.co.nz 

Ruby Burney 


E ruby.burney@pggwrightson.co.nz 

AMBERLEY 49 Douglas Road 

Escape to Your Spacious Retreat 

Private, sunny, and comfortable–welcome to 49 

Douglas Road, Amberley. Locatedonthe sought-after 

west sideofAmberley, thisbeautifullyrenovated fourbedroom 

homeblends modern livingwith timeless 

charm. Enjoy open-planliving, astylish kitchen with 

walk-in pantry, andseamless indoor-outdoor flow to 

expansivedecking andlush gardens. The primary suite 

offersawalk-in wardrobe and en suite, while extras 

include asecondlounge, office, largelaundry, 

mancave,and utility room. Fully fenced with vege 

gardens,sheds, and more –thisisyour privateoasis 

near all amenities. 

4 2 2 

DEADLINE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) 

Closes 11.00am, Tuesday 14 October 

Offers Over $1,029,000 Considered 

VIEW 12.00-12.30pm, 





Ruby Burney 



pggwre.co.nz/AMB42318 

pggwre.co.nz/AMB42021 

OPEN HOME 

OPEN HOME 

AMBERLEY 6Claremont Crescent 

Discover your Dream Home 

This stunning three-bedroom, two-bathroom home 

with an office/hobbyspace redefines modern 

elegance.Built with exceptionalcraftsmanship,it 

features abespokekitchen, gasfire, heat pump. Enjoy 

seamless indoor-outdoor flow to aprivate, sheltered 

patioand irrigated garden. Theprimary suite offers 

outdoor access,walk-in wardrobe andensuite with 

underfloor heating.Caravan bay, loftstorage, and 

raised vege beds.Thishome blends luxurywith 

lifestyle. Walk to shops, cafés, andschools -callus 

today! 

3 2 2 

OFFERS OVER $885,000 

CONSIDERED 

VIEW 1.30-2.00pm, 





Ruby Burney 



AMBERLEY 27 Plover Avenue 

Space, Style, and Seamless Living 

Completed in June2025 by Steve InwoodBuilders, this 

beautifully craftedhome blends quality, space,and 

sweepingviews of Mt Grey andsurrounding 

greenspace. Designed for relaxed living, it features a 

high-spec kitchen, open-planlayout, and sun-soaked 

deck. Thegarden has alreadyseen some thoughtful 

plantings begin.With three spacious bedrooms, two 

bathrooms, and adouble garagewith loft storage, 

comfortmeets practicality. Located in Tekoa 

subdivision near town amenities,this homeisready 

forimmediate move-in. ContactMaria or Ruby to view 

today! 

$839,000 

3 2 2 

VIEW 11.15-11.45am, 





Ruby Burney 





PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensedunder REAA 2008 

71 High Street,RANGIORA 

73 Carters Road,AMBERLEY 

Phone: 03 313 0610 

Email:rangiora@pggwre.co.nz 

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Formoregreat listings,visitwww.pggwre.co.nz

NewListing/OpenHome 

AUCTION 

3Dawson Douglas Place, Kaiapoi 

4A2B2L3J798F 

FORSALE 

14 Rapaki Street, Pegasus 

4A3B2L1D2J701F 

Ourowner has moved on and 

moved out, sowith that inmind 

this peaceful haven inthis 

sought-afterlocation isawaiting 

newowners.The commitment 

to selling, there's no turning 

back so value here isalmost 

guaranteed! 

Auction 

4pm, Thursday 9October, 

2025 at RayWhite 

Rangiora (unless sold prior) 

View 

Saturday 12.00-12.30pm & 

Sunday1.00-1.30pm 

Daph O'Rourke 


daph.orourke@raywhite.com 

Stuart Morris 


stuart.morris@raywhite.com 

4years ago, ourperceptive 

owners decided to create their 

own magic. They built a 

spectacular 'forever' home, but 

life threw them acurveball. 

Departure isnow imminent, and 

with it comes the rarest of 

opportunities, available nowfor 

the briefest of times! 

ForSale 

Viewing by appointment 

Stuart Morris 



SusieLowe 


susie.lowe@raywhite.com 

raywhitemorrisandco.co.nz/RAN31894 

RayWhiteMorris &CoReal Estate LimitedLicensed (REAA 2008) 


RayWhite Morris &CoReal Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008) 

Open Home 

FORSALE 

13 Franklin Drive, Rangiora 

4A2B2L2J640F 

FORSALE 

16 St James Place, Rangiora 

3A2B2L2J524F 

The country is calling! And that 

means you have aprime 

opportunity to secure this 

beautyinasought after 

location. Ourowners are 

building &their desire tomove 

on means this one needs to go! 

ForSale 

Viewing byappointment 

Stuart Morris 



Daph O'Rourke 



Startyour engines and put your 

foot on the gas.The race is on 

forthis near newproperty! Our 

absentee owners have given us 

the green light tosell sothey 

can pursue their next project. 

Realistic and committed theyare 

readytowave the checkered 

flag! 

ForSale 

BuyerEnquiry Over 

$879,000 

View 

Saturday11.00-11.30am & 

Sunday2.00-2.30pm 

Daph O'Rourke 



Stuart Morris 




RayWhiteMorris &CoReal Estate LimitedLicensed (REAA 2008) 


RayWhite Morris &CoReal Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

KirstynBarnett 


kirstyn.b@arizto.co.nz 

UPSIZING,DOWNSIZING 

ORFIRST HOME? 

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Thinkingabout buying/selling or renovating? 

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Ourevent will includeinformation on the real estate market, finance options, including 

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tosaveinterest andcut yearsoff your homeloan. Following ashortpresentation, 

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Thursday9October | 7.00pm -8.30pm | FiveStags Rangiora | Nibbles providedd 

RVSP to melissa@mortgagesupply.co.nz by Tuesday7 th October or call022 635 0458 

for moreinformation. 

Kirstyn Barnett 021 312 230 kirstyn.b@arizto.co.nz 

Melissa Rothman 022635 0458 melissa@mortgagesupply.co.nz 

149TerraceRoad, Cust 

6Ascot Place, Rangiora 

Classic CountryEstate 

Just 16 minutes from Rangiora, this wonderfully private estate offers the 

ultimate countrylifestyle.Fromthe tree-lined driveway to the stables, 

paddocks,and park-like gardens,it’s an idyllic settingfor anyone seeking 

space and serenity. 

Privacy, Personality and Pizazz! 

Beautifully crafted in sought-afterArlington Park, this four-bedroom 

residence blends character with practical family living. The sunnyopenplan 

living/dining blends effortlessly into twoprivate courtyards, perfect 

for alfrescodining or quiet relaxing in the beautifulgarden. 

5 2 6 

250m 2 

4.27ha 4 2 2 

249m 2 

745m 2 

By Negotiation 

View: 2:15pm -3pm Sun 5thOct 

KirstynBarnett 021312 230 

TraceyWilson-Smith 027 461 6919 

DeadlineSale: 11am Wed8th Oct 

View: 11:30am -12pm Sun 5th Oct 

Kirstyn Barnett 


arizto.co.nz 

Arizto Ltd. Licensed REAA 2008 

*Admin Fee+T&C’s Apply 

$12,500 +GST Flat Fee * No Upfront Costs No Sale, No Fee

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Sudoku

What’s happening inyour 

community... 

Kaiapoi’sGiant SewerPump is Gettinga 

Well-Earned Makeover 

After more than 20years of service, one ofour biggest 

and busiest sewer pumps at the Beach Road Pumping 

Station isout for arefurbishment. 

Live Well in 

Waimakariri 

Wednesday8October2025 

RSA Club, 82 Victoria Street,Rangiora 

10.30am–1.30pm 

WaimakaririOlder PersonsEXPO 

12–12.30pm 

Finger food 

12.30–1.30pm 

Bingo 

Formoreinformation 

Visit facebook.com/WaimakaririCommunity 

Enquiriesto 

Hutika Crofts |022 611 0262 

Atip to 

make sure 

your rubbish 

bagis 

collected... 

Rubbish bags need 

to be on the berm, 

footpath or verge 

–not on top ofbins or 

in the gutter. 

Help the driver spot 

your bag byputting it 

before the bins. 

— 

Find out more 

collection tips at 

rethinkrubbish.co.nz 

Most people never spare athought tothe infrastructure 

that looks after our wastewater, so to give you anidea 

of just how mighty this pump is, it is: 

• 1.8m tall (taller than your average person!) 

• Weighs 1.7t 

• 170kw ofpower. 

While it’s being rebuilt, its partner pump isdoing all the 

hard work to keep things flowing smoothly. 

The refurbishment includes: 

• Replacing cables 

• Cleaning the motor windings and rotor 

• Skimming and balancing the impeller 

• Sandblasting the water jacket 

• New bearings and seals 

• Afresh coat of paint before being put back towork. 

This rebuild takes about six weeks. Given its age 

(and working conditions) the pump isinsurprisingly 

good shape —atestament tosolid engineering and 

regular maintenance. 

So next time youflush,spare athought forthe underground 

giants likethisone quietlykeeping Kaiapoirunning. 

SeekingArtisticExpressionsofInterest:Kaiapoi 

Entrance Sign 

Council, with the support of the Waimakariri Public Arts 

Trust, isseeking anartist tocreate agraphic design for 

inclusion onanew entrance sign for Kaiapoi. 

The Kaiapoi-Tuahiwi Community Board have approved 

the design ofanew sign for the entrance toKaiapoi on 

Main North Road. 

Included within this sign is aCorten steel panel. This 

design brief seeks adesign for an artistic cut out to be 

included on this panel. 

The concept for the overall new entrance sign was 

chosen to reflect the strong relationship that Kaiapoi 

Town has with the Kaiapoi River. The entrance sign 

features abase constructed of upright recycled wharf 

timber sourced from Lyttelton Port, toprovide this link. 

ACorten steel panel will bemounted on the front of the 

timber, complemented bysteel lettering that reads 

'Welcome to Kaiapoi'. 

The cut-out design should beunique toKaiapoi and 

seek to reflect some aspect ofKaiapoi’s unique history, 

culture, ecology, context, character orpeople. 

To find the project brief, head to: 

waimakariri.govt.nz/publicnotices 

ART EXHIBITION 

11 SEPT 2025 

15 OCT 2025 

Free English 

Language Classes 

Is Englishyoursecondlanguage? 

Come alongtoour classestoimprove your 

speaking,listening and grammar skills 

through arangeofinteresting topics! 

Saturdays, 11 October –6December 2025 

Beginner class •9–10am 

Intermediate class •10am–1pm 

Rangiora Town Hall Function Room 

303 High Street, Rangiora 

Enrolment isessential 

EugenieBrain 

BeginnerTutor 

eugeniebrain@gmail.com 

LESLEY EVANS 

OUT OFTHE BLUE 

176 William St 

Kaiapoi 

Julie Cloughley 

Intermediate Tutor 

cloughju@hotmail.com 


Free Digital 

Skills Classes 

rethinkrubbish.co.nz 

Introduction to SmartPhones 

KaiapoiLibrary 

Wednesday 8October •10am–12noon 

Rangiora Library 

Friday 10 October •10am–12noon 

Introduction to Apps 

KaiapoiLibrary 

Wednesday 15October •10am–12noon 

Rangiora Library 

Friday 17 October •10am–12noon 

Bookings Essential 

waimakaririlibraries.com 

0800 965 542 

Tell aYarn 

Craft Group 

Love knitting or crochet? Want to share your 

passion with fellow enthusiasts? Weare 

starting aweekly drop-in group. Bring your 

existing projects or just come along for a 

natter. Beginners andother crafters welcome, 

no bookingrequired. 

Oxford Library• Thursday 1.30pm 

KaiapoiLibrary •Friday1pm 

Rangiora Library• Saturday 10.30am 

Find outmore 

waimakaririlibraries.com 

0800 965 542 

or visit any of our libraries



LocalDemocracy Reporter 


make it quicker and easier to build 




projects includedinthe Government’s 




They were among 149projects listed 


In astatementreleased last w ek, 

Infrastructure MinisterChris Bishop 

and RegionalDevelopment Minister 





a provals regime wasestablished in 

February. 




Proposedhousing developments at 






An EPA spokespersonhas confirmed 


projects have lodgedsubstantivefasttrack 

a plications. 

Developers of alistedproject can 


panel’ wi l a se s theproject and 


Panel convenors determine theextent 


guarant e local communitieswi l have a 

say. 

There isnotimeframe for alisted 

projec tolodge an a plication, the 



in October lastyear, Mr Bishoppointed 







The W odend and westRangiora 


in thenew Waimakariri District Plan 

adopted last month, meaning they may 


AmuriI rigation Company 

chairperson David Croft said the 


would be granted by Environment 

Canterbury (ECan) inthe next few 

months, afteritwas lodged in 2023. 

‘Itl oks like the normal consenting 

proce swi l be faster. In somewaysit 

would be the ideal situation because 

everybody hashad the chance tohave 

their say in asystem theyare familiar 

with. ’ 



a nounced earlier thismonthfor the 



wasrejectedfrom the District Plan, 

after aprivateplan change requestwas 



It issti l subjec to an Environment 

Court a peal. 

An Environment Courtspokesperson 

said the a pe lant,Carter Group, has 

b en directedtoadvise the court by 


proc ed ’. 



Baconsaid underthe new District Plan, 


developmentiszoned rura lifestyle. 


into 4ha lots,but not into an 

850home development asproposed. 

Carter Group was contacted for 

comment butareply hadnot b en 




hasb en completing geotech reports as 

it continues scopingworkfor the 


LDR is local body journalismcofunded 


CLASSIFIEDS 


GARAGE SALES 

GARAGE SALE Saturday 

4th & Sunday 5th 

October. General 

Household, Tools, 

Kitchen Ware, Furniture, 

Good 

Quality, 

Reasonable Prices. 86a 

East Belt, 9am -2pm 

PUBLIC NOTICES 

NOTICE OF MEETING 

GREYPOWER NTH 

CANTY INC. MEETING 

to be held Tuesday 7 

October 2025 in RSA 

Lounge, Victoria Street, 

Rangiora. Tea orCoffee 

available from 1.15pm, 

Meeting begins at 

1.30pm. Members, and 

intending members are 

welcome. Raffle and 

Sales table. SPEAKER: 

Edward Brougham - 

Canterbury Law. Edward 

will talk about the law 

and discuss issues that 

affect or impact on 

seniors. Enquiries - 

please contact – Jan 

Pentecost on 03 312 

9331 or jan.pentecost 

@gmail.com 

2016 HOLDEN BARINA 

One owner from new. 

Good Condition, New 

warrant. 61,712km. 

$6,000 Phone 021 194 

050 -03312 1630 



NorthCanterbury 

Indoor bowls 

AGM 

7thOctober2025 

7pm 

Rangiora RSA 

Secretary: MelEdwards 


COMMUNITY WELLBEING 

ANNUAL GENERALMEETING 

Wednesday 22ndOctober 2025 

4.30pm–5.30pm 

Rangiora Town Hall 

Function Room,303 High Street 

RSVP BY: Monday 13 th October2025 to 

info@wellbeingnc.org.nz 


CARS FORSALE 

CARS WANTED 

CARS, Vans, 4WD’s 

wanted for dismantling 

or repair -Please phone 

027-258-8366. 

GlenmarkLions arevery 

grateful to ourQuiz 

NightSponsorsfor their 

support -Thank you 

•Aktron 

•Kells Kitchen 

•AmberleyHire •Alistair &Jenny 

•AmberleyPharmacy Malcolm 

•Arthur Burke •Markham Street 

•Bashers ITM 

Trader 

•BalcairnStockfoods •MatarikiForests 

•Bowie Family •Mitre 10 

•Brand Mowers & •Jason Moore 

Chainsaws 

•New WorldRangiora 

•Paul&Mandy Burrows •North CanterburyVet 

•Chapman FencingLtd Clinics 

•Christchurch Casino •D&JOwens 

•CJ’sNursery •Pegasus BayWinery 

•Cochranes 

•PGG Wrightson, 

•Farmlands 

Amberley 

•Brian Gardner •PGG Wrightson, 

•Goldpine 

Cheviot 

•Greta ValleySchool •SherwoodEstate 

•Greta Valley Tavern •Alf &ArniSmit 

•Greta Valley Transport •SuperLiquor 

•GSI SouthLtd •Ashley&JamesTaylor 

•HanmerSprings Hot •The Crater RimWinery 

Pools 

•The Toolshed 

•HarrisMeats •Truck nAuto 

•Richard Hawke •Tui Blooms 

•Hynds Pipe Systems •Paula Williams 

•Peter &Jeanette •Willowbank 

Inkson 

•WoodendHonda 

•Judy Loe 

•Don &Wendy Wright 

FARMINGNOTICES 

BUYING TRACTORS and 

farming implements, I 

may also buy older 

tractors and implements 

for repair or to 

dismantle. What have 

you got? Phone 0274 

341 828 

HAY FOR SALE? Sell 

your stockfeed in our 

classifieds.Ph313 2840 

ROOSTERS 

Perfectly imperfect 

Silver Spangled / black 

hamburg light breed 

boys looking for new 

homes. Last year's 

babies. Txt 027 787 

9648 

EDUCATIONAL 

TUITION AVAILABLE 

Primary and secondary 

(Math, English, Science) 

up to NCEA level 3. Each 

student on an 

individually tailored 

programme. Kip 

McGrath Rangiora has 

been serving the local 

community for 30+ 

years. Give usacall (03) 

313 3638 or book your 

free assessment online 

https://www.kipmcgrath. 

co.nz/rangiora 


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readers 

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BUY LOCAL 

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SITUATIONS VACANT 

Rangiora High 

School 

Receptionist/ 

Administrative 

Assistant 

We are seeking to 

appoint apermanent 

part-time Receptionist/ 

Administrative 

Assistant to 

commence on 26 

January 2026. 

For further information 

please visit www. 

rangiorahigh. 

school.nz/join-us/ 

employment 

To apply -https:// 

schooljobs.nz/ 

Job/Receptionist- 

Administrative- 

Assistant/ 

Canterbury/4891 

Closing date: Monday 

20 October 2025 

Waimakariri 

Hurunui 


VOLUNTEER 

DRIVERS 

REQUIRED 

TOOLS, Garden garage, 

saw benches, Lathes. 

Cash buyer. Phone 355- 

2045 

FOR ANY GOLD that you 

wish to sell, talk to Silver 

Gold Bullion –the smart 

choice for selling. 

Trusted for over 15 

years. We will buy any 

gold, gold & silver 

bullion, gold & silver 

coins, platinum, etc, We 

buy numismatics, coins, 

banknotes and we offer 

the top price! Talk to us 

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ALL JAZZ Records 

wanted: Kiwi and 

overseas artists, Blue 

Note, Prestige, Riverside, 

ECM, Verve, Impulse, 

CTI, Milestone etc; top 

prices paid for good 

titles. — Please phone 

Dave 021-222-6144, 

Pennylane Records, 7 

days. 

CARAVAN wanted with 

shower and toilet, 

needing repairs ok or 

any condition. Ph 027 

622 0011 

Rangiora based 

Professional 

family painting & 

wallpaper hanging 

business 

70 yrscombinedexp 

Interior,exteriorwork 

Generous discountsfor 

pensioners 

Ph Dean 


310 6115 

SPRING TIDY, spruce 

up, lifestyle block, 

residential, weed eating, 

weed spraying, etc, 

excellent workmanship, 

$30 hr. Kevin 021 083 50 

580 

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FORSALE 

CANTERBURY HONDA 

LTD, Honda bikes, 

repairs, and power 

equipment. Friendly 

service, visit us today, 65 Colombo 

Main North Rd, 

Woodend. Call 03 312 

7927. 

PROPERTY WANTED 

WE'VE GOTAsection for 

everything! Find what 

you need and sell what 

you don't in our 

classifieds. 

WANTED 

7”, 45’s, singles, eps 

records wanted, any 

amount top prices paid. 

Pennylane Records, 430 

Street, 

Sydenham, ring Dave 

021 222 6144, 7days 

PENNYLANE RECORDS 

always buying records. 

Excellent prices paid. 

430 Colombo Street, 

Sydenham, 366 3278, 

open 7days 

SITUATIONS VACANT 

WANTED 

ADVERTISE in our 

classified pages - we 

have a section for 

everything! Wanted, For 

Sale, Trades and more! 

Ph 313 2840 to find out 

how. 

HR &PAYROLL 

ADMINISTRATOR 

McAlpinesisone of NorthCanterbury’slargest 

employerswithour Rangiora MEGA storeand 

sawmilling andtimberprocessing operations in 

both theNorth andSouth Islands. 

We requirethe services of an HR &Payroll 

Administratortobeanintegralpartoftheteam 

andtoprovide administrative support. Thisisa 

Permanent, Full Time role Monday to Friday. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Assistwithprocessing thefortnightly payroll 

• Assistwithmaintaining thepayroll system 

• Recruitment processes 

• Generatingemploymentagreementsand 

extensions 

• Processing andinducting newstarters 

• Daily T&Aprocessing 

• Providing reportsand informationasrequired 

• Maintaining records, manualsand templates 

• General Administration 

The idealcandidate forthisrolewillhave: 

• Strongadministrationbackground 

• PreviousexperienceinHR/Payrollpreferred 

• PreviousexperiencewithPay Global 

preferred 

• Great time management skills andattention 

to details 

• Good knowledgeofWord, Exceland Outlook 

• Highdegreeofconfidentialityand sensitivity 

McAlpineshaveanactiveDrugand Alcohol 

policy in place, apre-employmentdrugtestand 

medicalwillberequired. 

Applications close15thOctober 2025. 

WANTED 

Applications includingyourCV 

should be sent to: 

HR &Payroll Administrator 

applications@mcalpines.co.nz 

TRADES &SERVICES 

FURNITURE 

REPAIRS 

Irepair and resurface 

furniturespecially 

antiques 

Phone DavidBrady 

03 312 0145 

ABEL & Prestige 

Chimney Cleaning. Nth 

Cant owned &operated. 

Covering all areas from 

Waimak to Hanmer. 

Professional, 

guaranteed, service. 

Firebox repairs, carry 

most parts. Ph0800 661 

244. 


MOVEMEN 

LIMITED 

2men plus bigtruck 

From $179 +GST 

Kaiapoi based 

Call Gerard 


movemen.co.nz 

BUILDING and property 

maintenance, no job too 

small, 40 years + 

experience. Phone 0274 

978 322. Email 

david.cartwright@xtra 

.co.nz 

BRIAN'S Tree Services. 

Tree felling, topping, 

shaping, firewood cut, 

rubbish removed, stump 

grinding, branch 

chipping. Affordable 

rates. Phone 03 327 

5505 or021 124 4894. 

PAINTER & Decorator, 

25 + years experience. 

Interior / exterior, roofs 

& waterblasting. For a 

free quote, please ph 

Steve 03 314 4620 or 


ANTHONY SYMONDS 

Plastering &Painting 

Services 

Locals with 30 years 

experience 

Allworkmanship 

Guaranteed. 

Phone021 344 023 


PAINT & WALLPAPER 

SERVICES. Wayne 

Bryant, exterior, interior, 

qualified tradesman, 

free quotes. Ph 313 

5337 or 027 654 4568 

ARBORIST qualified. 

Copper Beech Tree 

Services. Tree removal, 

pruning, height 

reduction, hedge 

trimming, shaping, tree 

planting, firewood. Free 

quote. Contact Angus 

Edwards 027 259 6741 

copperbeechtreeservice 

s@gmail.com 

WINDOW TINTING 

tintawindow 

advanced film solutions 

99% uv block 

fade protection 

heat control 

reduce glare 

25 Years Experience 

privacy films 

frosting designs 

non-darkening films 

Workmanship Guaranteed 

Lifetime Warranties on Most Films 

UV 

block 


STORAGE 

Rangiora, from $25 pw, 

ph 027 823 0961 

FENCE PAINTING & 

DECK STAINING 

Ph021 405 277 


PLASTERER, Interior 

Renovations. 

Specialising in EDWARDS TREE 

renovation work, plaster SERVICE qualified 

board fixing &stopping, arborist, tree removal, 

stipple & skim coating, pruning, grass cutting, 

cornice & cove, hedge trimming and 

registered tradesman. spraying. Phone 021 

Call Mark 027 438 0665. 0220 8323 

TRADES & SERVICES? 

List yours now in our 

classifieds.Ph313 2840 

HAP'S FARM and 

gardening service, 

sheep shearing, 

crutching, drenching etc, 

fencing repairs, 

gardening, pruning, 

small tree trimming etc. 

Phone 021 267 4025. 

Free Quotes Canterbury and Districts 

03 365 3653 0800 368 468





make it quicker and easier tobuild 




projects included in the Government’s 




They were among 149 projects listed 


In astatement released last w ek, 

Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop 

and Regional Development Minister 





a provals regime was established in 

February. 




Proposed housing developments at 






An EPA spokesperson has confirmed 


projects have lodged substantivefasttrack 

a plications. 

Developers of alisted projectcan 


panel’ wi l a se s the projectand 


Panel convenors determine theextent 


guarant e local communities wi l have a 

say. 

Thereisnotimeframe for alisted 

projec to lodge an a plication, the 



in October last year, Mr Bishop pointed 







The W odend and west Rangiora 


in thenew WaimakaririDistrict Plan 

adopted last month, meaningthey may 


Amuri I rigation Company 

chairperson DavidCroft said the 


would be grantedbyEnvironment 

Canterbury (ECan) in the next few 

months, after it was lodged in2023. 

‘It l oks like the normal consenting 

proce s wi lbefaster. In some waysit 

wouldbethe ideal situation because 

everybody has had the chancetohave 

their say in asystem they are familiar 

with. ’ 



a nounced earlier this month for the 



was rejected from the District Plan, 

after aprivate plan change requestwas 



It is sti l subjec to an Environment 

Courta peal. 

An Environment Court spokesperson 

said the a pe lant, Carter Group, has 

b en directed to advise the court by 


proc ed ’. 



Bacon said underthe new District Plan, 


development is zonedrura lifestyle. 


into 4ha lots, but not into an 

850home development as proposed. 

Carter Group was contacted for 

comment but areply had not b en 




has b en completing geotech reports as 

it continuesscoping workfor the 


LDR islocal body journalism cofunded 



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