Bay Harbour: November 06, 2025

Thursday, 6 November 2025
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Where is Lyttelton, exactly?
BY KEES CHALMERS
It appears Government
bureaucrats in Wellington
need a geography lesson.
Housing Minister Chris
Bishop announced three
weeks ago more than 65 new
affordable homes will be
delivered in Canterbury by
community housing providers,
including in Lyttelton.
National’s Banks Peninsula
MP Vanessa Weenink jumped
on the bandwagon, trumpeting
the plan on Facebook: “Great
news Banks Peninsula! More
state housing is on the
way.”
She said the houses
would be in Lyttelton,
Merivale, Somerfield
and Linwood.
But there was a
big problem with the
announcement: The
social housing is on Lyttelton
St, Somerfield
​Vanessa
Weenink
– not in Lyttelton.
The social homes are at
Three Lanes Lyttelton St,
provided by Ōtautahi
Community Housing
Trust and are well
under way.
There are currently no
plans for social housing
in Lyttelton.
The gaffe was spotted
by former Banks Peninsula
MP, now list MP,
Tracey McLellan who
The Government said
social housing was planned
for Lyttelton, instead of
Lyttleton St, Somerfield,
the location of Ōtautahi
Community Housing
Trust’s community housing
development (above).
PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
wasted no time attacking the
Government.
Said McLellan on Facebook:
“Just in case you were excited
about social homes coming to
Lyttelton . . . turns out, there
aren’t any.”
McLellan was skeptical
of the announcement
and submitted written
parliamentary questions to
get more detail about the
supposed Lyttelton homes.
› Continued on Page 4
Heritage
park cuts
staff to
lower
costs
BY KEES CHALMERS
Two Ferrymead Heritage Park
workers have had their fulltime
employment cut to casual
contracts to reduce costs.
It comes after a bid for
$320,000 from the city council’s
strengthening communities
fund failed, leaving the park in
financial trouble.
Park general manager Ian
France said the park had
received $1.5 million from the
strengthening communities
fund over the past 10 years.
“We were disappointed,
a bit surprised as well,” he
said about missing out this
year.
It was on the back of missing
out in June on $700,000 to $1.2m
a year for the next three years
as part of the city council’s
Annual Plan.
The two full-time staff were
from the maintenance and
education departments. One
has since decided to leave
the park and take up another
opportunity.
› Continued on Page 4
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Lyttelton Emergency Hub Expo
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NEWS Bay Harbour News, November 6, 2025 | 3
Auction nets $80k for school
BY KEES CHALMERS
The Peninsula Art Auction
raised more than $80,000 over
the weekend with 120 artists
from around the harbour
donating pieces to the cause.
The auction is held once
every two years to raise money
for Lyttelton Primary School.
Since it was first held in
2005, it has raised more than
$500,000, including $70,000 in
2023.
The art was on show at
the school on Saturday and
Sunday. The auction gala on
Sunday night was sold out.
Two pieces by the late
Lyttelton artist Bill Hammond
went for $9000 and $8500.
Said event organiser Taff
Givlray: "It was awesome,
obviously our hearts were
filled.
"That’s what we do it for,
community spirit, creativity
and the kids.”
Givlray said the auction
gained attention after the
event’s advertising banners
were stolen and vandalised
last month.
A large banner was taken
from Norwich Quay on
October 5. A replacement was
put up and then vandalised a
week later.
Police appealed for
information about a woman
seen on CCTV footage at
Norwich Quay. The woman
came forward to police and
assisted with their inquiries.
The original sign was
Sarah Pauli and Kerstin Ghizel hold up the second untitled piece by late Lyttelton artist Bill Hammond which was auctioned
off by Joe Bennett for $9000 on Sunday night.
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handed back to organisers.
No charges have been laid
after the incidents.
Gilvray was stunned by
the community support,
which included offers of free
advertising. Lyttelton Scout
members also braved the rain
to fix the damaged banner.
Sheep used to combat
Port Hills fire risk
Sheep grazing is being trialled
as a way to reduce fire risk
on the Port Hills. The popular
Kennedy’s Bush track was
closed on Sunday for three
days to allow sheep to graze
the dry grass. City council
head of parks Rupert Bool said
residents suggested the idea,
believing sheep could create
more effective firebreaks than
mechanical mowing.
Lyttelton pair triumph
at music awards
Marlon Williams won the ARPA
Silver Scroll Award for his
song Aua Atu Ra, co-written by
fellow Lyttelton artist KOMMI
(Te Pononga Tamati-Elliffe).
It was Williams’ second Silver
Scroll Award after he won it
in 2018 for Nobody Gets What
They Want Anymore. The award
adds him to the exclusive list of
multi-winners, which includes
Lorde, Dave Dobbyn and Don
McGlashan.
Feedback wanted on
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Lyttelton Port Company is
asking for community feedback
to help shape the port’s future.
The city city council-owned
company is currently developing
a 30-year master plan to guide
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4 | Bay Harbour News, November 6, 2025 NEWS
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‘It was a simple
screw-up’ – Bishop
› From Page 1
She told Bay Harbour News
the reply she received said
the Ministry of Housing and
Urban Development incorrectly
advised Bishop’s office that new
social housing was planned for
Lyttelton.
“I think when
you are crowing
about a very
small number of
social houses, not
nearly as much as
any government
could be investing
in, the least you
can do is know
where they are,”
said McLellan.
​Tracey
McLellan
“They’re not serious about
providing social housing if
they’re not really across the
detail about where those houses
are needed.”
Weenink said the ministry
forgot to add ‘St’ on the end of
Lyttelton.
“It was a simple mistake, easy
to make in a document,” she
said.
“The new social houses in
Lyttelton was news to me too,
I’m glad it was cleared up and
apologise there was confusion
caused.”
The press release and
Weenink’s post has since been
updated but no official apology
for the error had been made by
the Government or Weenink as
of noon yesterday.
McLellan said
the Government
would not have
known an error
had been made
if she had not
inquired about
the housing.
“People hear
the original Chris Bishop
announcement,
but they don't then go back onto
the beehive website to check if
any updates have been made,”
she said.
“There will be people assuming
that there's going to be
some social housing provided in
Lyttelton, which is an area that
could do with some investment.
Said Bishop: “It was a simple
screw up by the department.
People make mistakes.
Despite the media demanding
perfection, not everyone can
achieve it.”
Park’s Halloween
night a big success
› From Page 1
The park now has five fulltime
staff. It is not looking to
cut more jobs, general manager
Ian France said.
Instead, it is exploring general
cost-cutting measures, and
potential income streams like
corporate sponsorship and
grants.
Admission prices increased
by $5 in September. Adults now
pay $20; children between 5-15,
$15.
The park is looking to hire
two or three more staff on
casual contracts and has advertised
for more volunteers
through the Volunteering Canterbury
website to help with the
park’s operations.
It has had six new volunteers
join the park already.
The park is also looking to
bring in external directors for
both the trust board and the
company, after resignations
from two company directors
and a trustee over the past year.
It is also putting together
a case for funding to be considered
in the city council’s
2026-27 Annual Plan.
France expects its requested
amount to be considerably less
than what it applied for this
year.
Ferrymead Heritage Park is not looking to cut more jobs, general manager Ian
France said, rather it will focus on alternate funding streams. The park raised
$24,000 from its Halloween night on Friday – its biggest event in two years.
The funding would be used
for long overdue infrastructure
repairs and introducing
new exhibits to the park,
which they have not had
the means to do.
“It’s about how do you
enhance the visitor experience,”
said France.
Going forward, the
park is focusing on its
upcoming events, including
the Nostalgia event in
February and the 175th
Canterbury anniversary over
Ian France
December 13 and 14.
The park hosted its annual
Halloween event on
Friday and was a roaring
success, raising $24,000.
France said it was the
park’s biggest event in
two years.
Accompanied by
its night market on
Saturday, France
estimated about 2000
people walked through
the doors over the
weekend.
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NEWS Bay Harbour News, November 6, 2025 | 5
Dogs banned from Estuary under bylaw
Dogs are now banned from the
Estuary, including at the beach
around Southshore Spit Reserve
and near Shag Rock, as well as
parts of Styx Mill Conservation
Reserve.
The rule changes came into
effect on Monday for Banks
Peninsula and Christchurch
dog owners, as part of the city
council’s updated dog bylaw
and policy.
New rules have also been
set for the Ōtākaro Avon River
Corridor and for Te Kuru
Wetlands in Halswell.
The rules aim to balance
wildlife protection and
recreational access in these
developing areas, city council
animal management manager
Lionel Bridger said.
“Some areas across the
district are vital habitats
where birds roost, rest, breed
and/or feed, and dogs pose a
significant threat to them. This
is the case in estuary, wetland
and riverbank environments,
especially for ground-nesting
birds.
“We’ve listened to community
feedback that wildlife in these
areas need protection from
dogs – a lot of dog owners
shared that sentiment.”
The city council dog bylaw
and policy was reviewed during
2024 and 2025. It included public
consultation.
As a result some rules are
new, some haved stayed the
same, others changed and
others have been relaxed,
Bridger said.
The city council’s updated dog bylaw and policy came into effect on Monday. Dogs are now prohibited from the Estuary, including at the beach near Shag Rock.
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Dogs must now be leashed on
paths in green spaces such as
parks. There is also a limit on
the number of dogs a person
can walk together in a public
space – four dogs, with only two
off leash at a time in off-leash
areas, including dog parks.
“We’re working on an
exemption process for people
who have the skills required to
exercise multiple dogs safely,
and will have that ready in May
2026,” Bridger said.
He said the city has changed a
lot over the past 10 years.
“We have more focus on
habitat restoration and wildlife
protection, and there are many
more paths and other areas
that are shared between people
walking, biking, scooting and
so on. We also have more dogs
than ever before.
“The rules have been
tightened in some places to
keep people, wildlife, stock, the
environment and dogs safe.”
In some parts of the
country, dogs must be leashed
everywhere, except in specified
off-leash areas. Bridger said the
city council did not want to take
this approach.
“We’d rather that restrictions
are in place only where necessary,
so that there are lots of
opportunities for dogs to be
exercised both on and off-leash.
He said Christchurch has
about 45,000 dogs registered to
about 39,000 owners.
“Per capita, that’s about one
dog for every nine people.
“That is why we rely on people
knowing the rules and doing the
right thing.”
An email outlining the rules
has been sent to registered dog
owners and information on
the city council’s website was
updated on Monday.
The city council is required by
law to update its dog bylaw and
policy at least every 10 years,
meaning it is likely the rules
in place now will remain until
about 2035.
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6 | Bay Harbour News, November 6, 2025 NEWS
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Updated
map shows
most at risk
areas
A map showing which parts of
the city could be hit hardest in
a major flooding event has been
updated to include new modelling
data.
The city council has mapped
the latest data for flood events
predicted to happen on average
once every 10, 50, and 200 years.
Said head of three waters
Gavin Hutchison: “Anyone
making decisions about a property
or about flood readiness
for their home or business
can search the map and see
whether the land may be
affected by a specific predicted
flood event.
“Similarly, people who are
building or undertaking major
renovations can check the calculated
minimum floor level
they may need to protect their
house from floodwater. Where
this isn’t yet available on the
map, we can calculate it if people
contact us.”
The flood map provides separate
computer models for the
different urban river catchments
– the Avon, Heathcote,
Styx, and Halswell rivers – as
well as for the Sumner coastal
catchment.
•To view the latest map, go to
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flooding-and-floor-levels
Students tackle flooding issue
BY KEES CHALMERS
Two 18-year-old students
have come with a plan to help
keep Sumner’s streets clean in
instances of flooding – but it
may not be implemented.
Joel Barrie and Jasper King-
Smith proposed building a rain
garden outside the Sumner
Redcliffs Anglican Church on
Nayland St, with the church’s
support.
“A rain garden is a simple,
sustainable design that uses
plants, soil and natural filtration
to slow down and clean
stormwater before it enters the
drains,” said Barrie.
The year 13 Shirley Boys High
School were tasked with a class
project to influence a policy
change by carrying out social
actions to address an issue in
their community.
Barrie lives in Sumner and he
has seen firsthand the impact
flooding has on the community’s
daily activities and the
coastline’s health.
“With Sumner’s exposure
to rising sea levels and more
intense rainfall events, the issue
is likely to worsen unless a sustainable
solution is introduced
soon,” he said.
The pair submitted the rain
garden proposal to former
Heathcote Ward city councillor
Sara Templeton.
Head of council’s three waters
Gavin Hutchinson said the
proposal was added to the city
council’s considerations for
Sumner’s coastal adaptation
Joel Barrie and Jasper King-Smith have designed a rain garden to help combat flooding on Nayland St, Sumner.
planning, but more work was
needed to look at options and
benefits as part of the programme
planning.
“At this stage, we do not have
an undertaking to build this
rain garden,” he said.
Said Barrie: “We believe
prompt action is needed.
Flooding continues to affect
residents and public spaces on
Nayland St, and our proposal
offers a sustainable way to start
addressing the issue now rather
than waiting for large-scale
infrastructure upgrades.”
He said in rainfall events, the
stormwater accumulates along
Nayland St, particularly around
the church.
The students looked at
surveys and mapping and
interviewed residents, community
leaders and city council
staff as part of their project.
They discovered the main
issues were the limited capacity
of the existing stormwater
infrastructure and lack of green
space to absorb run off.
They then developed the plan
for the rain garden.
“It uses natural processes
to slow and clean stormwater
before it reaches the drains.
It’s also something that can be
built on a small scale but still
make a visible impact,” said
King-Smith.
“We liked that it’s sustainable,
relatively low-cost, and
community-friendly, and that it
improves flooding, water quality
and the look of the street.”
The design includes native
plants suited to coastal conditions,
helping attract
biodiversity.
“Small, local actions can
inspire change and show others
what’s possible when people
care about their surroundings,”
said Barrie.
He plans to study a Bachelor
of Social and Environmental
Sustainability at Canterbury
University next year.
King-Smith is taking a gap
year to travel in Asia, despite
receiving a scholarship to Otago
University.
However, tertiary education
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management sector is still
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What do Chch’s luxury homes sell for?
High-profile property developer
Richard Peebles says his
Fendalton mansion, Brenchley,
could set a sale record for this
year at more than $10 million.
Reporter Dylan Smits takes a
look at the other highest-price
Christchurch homes sold in 2025
Richard Peebles has poured
millions into restoring the St
Barnabas Ln heritage building.
If the sale ends up higher than
$10m, it would far surpass other
luxury homes sold this year.
The average house price
in Christchurch is $752,357,
significantly below the national
average of $881,508.
The following list only includes
homes publicly listed as sold on
realestate.co.nz and Trade Me,
which excludes private sales.
Richard Peebles’ mansion ‘Brenchley’ in Fendalton is tipped to sell for more than $10 million.
bathrooms and is furnished with
high-end appliances.
and have moved to a nearby
property.
48 Clissold St, Merivale
45a Waiwetu St, Fendalton
48 Clissold St, Merivale
Real estate agent Adam
Heazlewood could not reveal
the exact price of this sleek,
upmarket home but suspects it is
the highest sale in Christchurch
this year.
He said the August 11 sale was
“considerably above” the capital
value of $5.54m.
“It is simply one of
Christchurch’s best homes. It
warranted the result.”
Built in 2019 and designed
by +MAP Architects, the home
is open plan with marble used
extensively in the interior.
It has five bedrooms, four
53 Harts Creek Ln, Clearwater
$5.95m
A large modern home with
a picturesque view over the
Clearwater resort and golf club.
The five-bedroom, threebathroom
home, which was sold
on March 16, was designed by
architect Chris Wilson of Wilson
and Hill with floor-to-ceiling
windows a key feature of the
design.
There is a large garage with
storage space for up to 10
vehicles. This is in addition to
conventional five-car garaging.
The previous owners decided
they needed to downsize
The Chris Wilson designed home at 7 Scarborough Fare, Scarborough, has sold
twice before, both times for $3.7m. It includes a lift from the triple garage.
44 Chapter St, St Albans
$5.5m
This large but minimalist home
sits on a 502sq m section.
Located near St Andrew’s
College, it has five bedrooms and
six bathrooms.
The home received the lifestyle
award in the 2017 Registered
Master Builders’ House of the
Year Awards.
Built in 2016, it features a
self-cleaning pool and detached
office above the garage.
18 Mayfly Ln, Northwood
$5.1m
Also located near the
Clearwater resort and golf
club, this five-bedroom, threebathroom
home was built in
2013. It was sold on March 31.
Mayfly Ln and Harts Creek
Ln have become exclusive and
high-end streets over the past 25
years.
Some have labelled Mayfly Ln
the city’s most expensive street,
with about 25 mansions.
12 Desmond St, Merivale
$5m
This pavilion-style residence
is located a few minutes’ walk
from North Hagley Park on the
edge of the city centre.
The spacious three-bedroom,
four-bathroom home sold on
April 23. Built in 2013, it has
an open-plan design with large
windows, an outdoor fireplace,
and advanced air-conditioning
systems.
53 Harts Creek Ln, Clearwater 44 Chapter St, St Albans
7 Scarborough Fare, Scarborough
$4.85m
Also designed by Chris Wilson,
this elevated seaside property is
located
in Christchurch’s most
expensive suburb where the
median house price is $1.8m.
It has four bedrooms and four
bathrooms with an open-plan,
modern style – impressive for
when it was built in 2000.
Sold on March 24, the home
has sold twice before, both
times for $3.7m in 2017 and
2004.
It includes a lift into the home
from the triple garage.
3 Watford St, Strowan
$4.35m
The oldest of the highestpriced
homes, it was built in
1910 and has been extensively
renovated.
Sold on April 10, it has five
bedrooms, seven bathrooms and
strikes a fine balance between
heritage and luxury.
An outdoor kitchen,
fireplace, and louvered roof
and pool make up the outdoor
entertaining space.
6 Circuit St, Merivale
$4.3m
The seven-bedroom, four
bathroom luxury home was
built in 2014 and designed by
architect Darren O’Neill.
It has a $5m capital value and
was sold on October 14.
The home features three
expansive living areas.
The former site of Elizabeth
House, it was built in 1914 and
later used for functions. The
original building was damaged
by the earthquakes and
demolished in August 2011.
45A Waiwetu St, Fendalton
$4.3m
Built in 2007, this fivebedroom,
five-bathroom home
with an inground wine cellar
sits on a quiet back section next
to Jeffreys Park. It was sold on
June 3.
7 Ngahere St, Fendalton
$4m
This contemporary residence,
built in 2015, sits in an exclusive
cul-de-sac beside Riccarton Bush.
Sold on October 10, it has four
bedrooms and four bathrooms.
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SPORT Bay Harbour News, November 6, 2025 | 9
Tyro sets sights on world tour
BY KEES CHALMERS
Jack Tyro has been riding a
surfboard longer than he can
remember.
His father Steve first put him
on a longboard when he was
two. He pushed Tyro onto his
first wave and he cried then fell
off and went under.
Now 19 and a three-time
national longboard champion,
surfing did not always come
naturally for Tyro (right).
Steve was a handy surfer,
competing at national championships
and on the former
professional Hyundai Longboard
Tour series.
The sport is a family affair.
Tyro’s mum Jen met Steve
at a surf competition. Tyro’s
younger brother Sam, 16, also
surfs.
Tyro was born in Sumner
but moved to Raglan when he
was 4. Steve worked on wind
turbines there and Jen was a
teacher.
Steve was told if he wanted
to continue working on the
turbines, he would have to relocate
to Wellington. The family
did not want to move there so
they shifted back to Sumner
instead when Tyro was 8.
Tyro would go surfing with
his mates while he lived in Raglan.
The Waikato town is world
famous for its left-hand breaks
at Manu Bay, Whale Bay and
Indicators.
The waves in Sumner are not
as big as Raglan, but the small
swells can give surfers a competitive
edge if the ocean is flat
during competitions, Tyro said.
When he moved to Sumner
Tyro started surfing almost
daily. “I remember having fun,
I remember being scared, being
pushed, finding mates and
experiences.
"There was definitely some
days where I didn't want to go
out because it was massive,
but I did anyway and I learned
from it.”
Tyro remembers tagging
along with his father to surf
competitions, where he would
watch the talented riders and
try to implement their styles
into his own.
He describes his style as traditional
and reminiscent of
surfers from the 1960s and 70s.
He takes each wave as it comes
rather than having a calculated
plan.
Tyro does not have any well
known surfing idols, but gets
his inspiration from friends in
Sumner.
“I honestly look up to anyone
I surf with,” he said.
He started entering competitions
when he was 10. Despite
finishing near the bottom a few
times, he enjoyed pushing himself
to his limits.
"I'm almost screaming when
I'm doing turns. I’ve got this
really angry face so I liked the
fact that I could put everything
into something,” he said.
He trained hard and
improved quickly. By 13 he
had won the under-14 National
Scholastic Surfing Championships,
his first New Zealand
title.
"I almost thought I was going
end up with my dad and come
second all my life,” he said.
“It was definitely a cool feeling,
like, I have a shot.”
He won the open men’s
national title at 15, establishing
himself as one of the country’s
top up and coming surfers. He
has claimed two more open
men’s titles since then.
After surfing in Australia
for four months last summer
Tyro is back home in Sumner.
But he plans to go to Noosa on
Queensland’s Sunshine Coast
in December for two months in
preparation for the Noosa Festival
of Surfing in March.
Last summer, he finished
tied for ninth at the WSL Bells
Beach Longboard Classic in
Victoria, Australia. He entered
as a wildcard after one of the
surfers was unable to compete
and went toe to toe with current
world No 1 Kai Ellice-Flint
from Australia. He narrowly
lost to Ellice-Flint by a score of
12.17 to 12.10. It was his second
time competing in a World Surf
League event.
He set a goal last year to win
a permanent position on the
world tour. But unfortunately
Tyro finished third in the Oceania
qualifying series in March,
one place away from claiming a
spot on the tour.
He said failure comes with
the territory and results are
often dictated by what waves
come your way.
"If it's meant to be, it's meant
to be, and the ocean kind of
decides that.”
PHOTO: KEES CHALMERS
He puts pressure on himself
to train hard so when he competes
he knows there is nothing
else he could have done, regardless
of the result.
It was his third attempt at
qualifying for the world tour
and he improved on his previous
finishes of 10th and ninth.
His goal for next year is to
finish in the top two at the
Noosa Festival of Surfing and
claim a permanent spot on the
tour. He feels better placed to
qualify with the result at Bells
Beach behind him.
He also plans to move to
Dunedin next semester to start
a diploma in construction at
Otago Polytechnic.
He will study part time to
accommodate his surfing
adventures.
He expects it will take two
Jack Tyro riding a 2.5m wave at the Bells Beach Longboard Classic in Victoria.
PHOTO: WORLD SURF LEAGUE/ED SLOANE
and a half years to get his
diploma.
"I like being where I need to
be for what I want to do,” he
said.
He spent four months Noosa
last summer and found the
experience had a profound
effect on his surfing.
“Watching people who knew
what they were doing, it helped
a lot,” he said.
He started using his arms
more to balance on the board.
Tyro has also focussed on
working in the gym to try and
put on weight.
"The boards are kind of massive,
so having a bit of weight to
throw them around is definitely
a big pro.”
Tyro aspires to be a world
champion.
“My intention isn't to beat the
other person or win the heat,
my intention is to do the best I
possibly can,” he said.
"The best I possibly can
in terms of contest is literally
world champion, so that's
where I want to take it.”
Tyro competed at the ISA
World Longboard Championship
for the second time in April
and finished 19th.
He has already qualified for
next year’s championship in
El Salvador, which will cost
him $7000. He is waiting for
the competition dates to be
announced to see if they line up
with a break from his studies.
The competition is not a priority
at this stage, but would be
a step toward qualifying for the
2032 Olympics Games in Brisbane
if surfing is included.
The financial pressure of
entering and travelling to competitions
is stressful
“I'm saving as much as I can,
I'm frugal as,” he said.
Two weeks ago in Sumner
Tyro competed in the fifth edition
of an event he co-founded
– The Tuawera Longboard
Classic. He took out the open
men’s title. He started the classic
when he was 14 with fellow
Sumner surfers Will Jamieson
and Charlie Wise.
"We were just surfing with
each other almost every day
and dad was like why don't you
guys make a surf comp? We
were like, okay, we'll do that,”
Tyro said.
It has grown into a significant
event with more than 70
competitors this year.
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Dutchman flying high at Heathcote
BY KEES CHALMERS
Philippe Boissevain has well
and truly experienced the highs
and lows of cricket.
From being on the receiving
end of the highest one day
international total in history
to scoring a six fuelled maiden
century for Heathcote last
Saturday.
The leg spinner announced
himself as a batter scoring
107 not out from 64 balls to
put Heathcote in a dominant
position heading into the
second day of their two day
premier metro match against St
Albans.
Heathcote was sent in to bat
first and scored 305/7 off 60
overs, while St Albans ended
the day on 145/7.
Boissevain started his innings
off slow with nine runs from
19 balls, finding the soft pitch
tough to bat on with 18 overs
left in their innings. Then he
made a tactical change.
"Instead of trying to see how
many singles I could get, I was
just waiting for balls in my area
and trusting myself to hit them
for six which came off pretty
well,” he said.
He went on to hit 10 sixes off
St Albans’ bowlers.
Boissevain took a particular
liking to the short boundaries
down the ground and at cow
corner on Heathcote Domain.
Boissevain said he felt as if he
could predict where the bowler
was going to bowl before the
ball left his hand.
As he was approaching three
figures, the thought of a century
was not on his mind as he was
trying to close out the innings
with a bang.
"I’ve had multiple times
where I lay in bed and think,
s***, it must be so awesome to
score a century,” he said.
"At the end of the day it's
just another run you score, it
doesn't really feel a whole lot
different than all the other
shots I've been hitting. It was a
bit of a weird experience.”
On 97 with five balls left in
the innings, St Albans’ Jack Dry
bowled a full delivery which
Boissevain hit to square leg for
four to bring up his century.
But Boissevain knows all
too well what it is like to be on
the receiving end of a batting
onslaught.
He has played six one day and
eight T20 internationals for the
Netherlands.
During his last game in 2022,
the Dutch side conceded 498 in
50 overs to England, the highest
one day international total ever
Philippe Boissevain at home studying for his environmental science degree.
Left – Boissevain bowling for the Netherlands in a T20 friendly match against
County Cricket side Glamorgan in Cardiff, Wales.
made. Boissevain conceded 108
runs for no wickets off 10 overs,
the sixth most expensive spell
in a one day international. His
last over went for 32.
“A bit of a bitter pill to
swallow, but looking back I
would not have missed it for
anything in the world,” he said.
Boissevain said England allrounder
Moeen Ali put his arm
around him after the game.
"He was like, don’t worry,
this is only going to bring you
forward in your career.”
About five years ago he called
his good mate, Black Cap Ish
Sodhi, for career advice.
He told him to spend a
season playing club cricket in
Christchurch. Boissevain sent
emails to all the different clubs
and received a reply from
Heathcote.
The current season is his
fourth season at the club.
PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
"I never look back with any
regrets because I really enjoy
the environment at Heathcote,
the family-feeling we’ve created
away from my actual family in
the mainland, it’s a cool thing to
have,” he said.
He played for Canterbury
A last season and has been
training with the Canterbury
side alongside fellow leg
spinners Sodhi and Michael
Rippon.
"You learn how to bowl to
the best in the world basically,
if you slightly miss your line
and length, they’ll let you know
and I think it makes you more
disciplined,” he said.
Playing for Canterbury is
firmly in his sights. Outside
of cricket, Boissevain studies
environmental science online
with the Open University of the
Netherlands, which is based in
Amsterdam.
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REALTY Bay Harbour News, November 6, 2025 | 11
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Family’s farm legacy draws to a close
BY KEES CHALMERS
It is the end of an era for the
Shields family, who have lived
on a Heathcote Valley tomato
farm for more than 100 years.
Ted Shields, 90, and his wife
Dawn, 87, are selling their
property, leaving behind the
rural lifestyle for a retirement
village.
Ted said the decision to leave
the place he has called home
for most of his life was very
difficult.
With Dawn a few years
younger, he did not want to
leave her with the task of
maintaining the property after
he isgone.
“I’m very much attached to
this property, but in the interest
of what’s going to happen over
the next few years, we thought
we should move on,” he said.
Ted’s father, Cecil ‘Cis’ Shields
bought the 6-acre (2.4ha) block
of land in 1922, after serving as
a machine gunner in Egypt
during World War 1.
The property initially comprised
of 500 fruit trees and 24,000
outdoor tomato plants.
Following World War 2, an
influx of residents into the
Heathcote Valley drove the
demand for fresh produce. The
work involved intense manual
labour – and even then, the
success of a crop often relied on
luck with the climate.
The property has been subdivided
over the years, with Ted now
owning a 0.8ha block.
Ted grew up on the farm with
Ted Shields is selling his Horotane Valley Rd property in the Heathcote Valley, which has been in his family for more
than a century. Top right - Ted with his father Cecil ‘Cis’ Shields, who bought the property in 1922. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
his father, his mother Thelma
and sister Brenda.
He recalled roaming the hills,
shooting rabbits and building
huts as a kid. Back then, Port
Hills Rd seldom had any traffic,
so he and his friends from Heathcote
Valley School would attach sails
to their carts built from wooden
apple cases and pram wheels
and ride them down the road.
The sound of silence filled the
valley, interrupted only by the St
Mark’s Church bells in Opawa on
Sundays and chains rattling as
the horses further up the valley
turned to plough in the opposite
direction.
Ted has spent all of his life on
the farm, apart from two years
boarding at Waitaki Boys’ High
School, and another two living
just around the corner.
He recalled receiving 127
strokes at Waitaki Boys’ for
“typical schoolboy stuff”.
He remembered the number
because the schoolboys used to
carve a small v-shaped notch
in their leather belt for every
stroke they received.
“I held the record for many
years,” he said.
After leaving school, Ted worked
at home before doing a carpentry
apprenticeship.
At 21, he started his own
company, building residential
properties in Christchurch and
North Canterbury.
He and Dawn got married
when he was 24 and built a
house on Port Hills Rd.
They lived there for two years
before moving back onto the
family farm, building a house of
their own on the property – and
have not left it since.
Ted went into semi-retirement
at 60 and grew tomatoes
commercially, until the fruit
started being imported from
Australia.
“This valley was full of tomato
plants and orchards, but when
they started bringing them in
from Aussie, it killed the whole
valley,” he said.
The property is no longer farmed
commercially.
The family legacy living on
through Ted and Dawn’s children
was not something that was ever
considered, with all three moving
away from Christchurch.
“This is the way life goes, your
kids take a different career and
that’s it,” Ted said.
He is going to miss the day-to-day
maintenance of the property and
is unsure as to how he will fill
the time.
“We’ll find something,” he said.
The property was listed on the
market on Tuesday with Lynton
Hubber and Jo Hoogervorst of
Harcourts Grenadier Ferrymead
and has a rateable value of
$1.45 million.
Country Lifestyle15 mins from
CBD and beach
15 Horotane Valley Road, Heathcote
Auction: from 11am Thurs 27 Nov (USP)
3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 living, house 180m 2 ,
land 7,512m 2 , 2.5 car garage, shed 140m 2 (approx)
2 off-street parks - Listing no. 32526772
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Loving crafted by its current owner, this
exceptional Horotane Valley home is a true
labour of love. Every detail reflects care,
craftsmanship and pride of ownership.
From the rich timber joinery to the graceful
curved edges and bespoke built in features
throughout. The 180m2 home offers a
warm and inviting kitchen and dining
area, a spacious light lounge and a sunfilled
conservatory that overlooks the
exquisitely manicured gardens. Three
generous bedrooms and a large office or
games room off the oversized garage
providing versality for family living or a
home business.
But that is not all that is on offer at
15 Horotane Valley Rd. Beyond the
meticulously maintained 1970's home lies
your own private paradise all set on
the rest of the flat 7,512m2 offering.
Walk through your own slice of native
bush and through to your first paddock -
ideal for a pony or two, sheep or chicken
- whatever livestock tickles your fancy.
From here move through to the next paddock
already offering a presown expansive
garden patch ready for you to plant the
seasons finest offerings for you to plate up
a few months later. The microclimate that
Horotane Valley is renown for makes
growing your own produce a breeze. The
irrigated glasshouse soon to be bursting
with tomatoes a nod to the once burgeoning
tomato farm that the current owners used
to run on an adjacent property.
At the back of the property lies every mans
dream. Whether you are a builder or just
consider yourself a bit of a professional
DIYer - this is one serious shed. All 140m 2
of lockable and alarmed space full of
machinery that was once used to manufacture
framing. There is an additional 90m2 of
undercover storage and all of this is
accessible via a secondary road access.
This is more than a home - it's a rare
opportunity to own a piece of Horotane
Valley history, surrounded by nature,
craftsmanship and timeless beauty.
What lies beyond the hedge at 15 Horotane
Valley Road - Could it be your future?
* All areas quoted are approx.
To view the Property File, please copy and
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Harcourts Grenadier
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(Licensed Agent REAA 2008)

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styling at a fraction of the cost.
“Because we don’t have the same
overheads as large city salons, we can
provide the same quality services at
lower prices,” said Rosanne Mark.
Sirocco Hair Studio, located in Mt
Pleasant, has been operating under
the ownership of Rosanne (Rosie) for
the past 12 years. Its serene suburban
vibe set in stylish, comfortable
surroundings, along with competitive
rates (for example, haircuts from $60),
has made it popular with both regular
and new clients.
“We have three senior stylists
working full-time so have openings
for new clients. Whether it’s a refresh
or an exciting new look, call us for a
consultation. We’d love to see you,”
said Rosie.”
The Sirocco team is made up of
Rosie, Emma and Jena. Rosie has
been hairdressing for well over 20
years and is highly regarded in her
craft. Emma has been part of Sirocco
for over six years and is a creative
foil colour specialist. Jena joined the
team two years ago and has grown a
reputation for amazing short funky
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Needless to say, the three are
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senior stylists.
Sirocco Hair Studio offers a wide
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They recognise how fast fashion
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sure they always employ up to date
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With these credentials, Sirocco Hair
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“You can trust us to work with you
to ensure that your hair reflects your
own unique style and personality,
while staying in trend. We want to give
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and pampered,” said Rosie.
But their wide selection of services
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treatment for hair and scalp.
The girls also have extensive
product knowledge and assist with
supplying the best take home products
to keep your hair manageable and
healthy between appointments.
“Our Christmas packs have started
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limited, so get in quick”.
Support local, save, and look and
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MOTORING Bay Harbour News, November 6, 2025 | 13
Evolution not
revolution for
Škoda’s Superb
Motoring with Bob Nettleton
Rating out of 10: Performance 7, Handling 8, Build Quality 8, Comfort 8, Passenger and Load Space 9,
Value for money 7, Fuel Economy – On road test average, 8.9L/100km, Safety, ANCAP crash rating, Five star
Price: $77,300
Overall points out of 10: 8
One of the more interesting
recent arrivals is the fourthgeneration
Škoda Superb
wagon, which takes an
evolutionary rather than
revolutionary path, building on
the strengths of its acclaimed
predecessor — no small feat
given the high bar it set.
The only area where there’s
less is in the range itself, now
trimmed to just two models.
The entry-level variant tested
here starts at $77,300, with a
$9k step up to the Sport Line.
While significantly more
expensive than its predecessor,
this latest Superb now competes
in a price bracket alongside
several well-priced rivals.
Still, as one of the few
genuine large wagons left in the
market, Škoda believes it can
command a premium.
Slightly larger in every
dimension than its predecessor,
the new Superb faces its rivals
with a smartly evolved design
and a suite of new technologies.
A modern powertrain and
improved aerodynamics make
it more efficient, while the
clean, spacious interior makes
greater use of sustainable
materials.
In fourth-generation trim,
the Superb features features
a distinctive octagonal grille
and sharply drawn LED Matrix
headlights that deliver more
light than before.
This is also the most
aerodynamic Superb ever,
gliding through the air with
minimal wind noise at highway
speeds.
A 195kw 2.0 litre turbo petrol
motor seems potent enough
on paper, although being a
reasonably hefty wagon its size
and weight seemed to be a bit of
an anchor on the test vehicles
performance.
Power comes from a 195kW
2.0-litre turbo petrol engine
– potent on paper, though the
wagon’s size and weight slightly
blunt its performance.
Still, it offers an appealing
mix of smoothness and
refinement, sprinting from
0-100km/h in around 6.5
seconds.
Acceleration feels purposeful
across the rev range, ideal for
tackling New Zealand’s varied
roads. With 350Nm of torque
available between 2000 and
5400rpm, and a seven-speed
DSG automatic that shifts with
precision, the powertrain feels
well-matched.
The Superb has grown by
40mm in length and gained 30
litres of luggage space, making
it a superb load hauler with an
expansive, modern cabin.
A freestanding central
infotainment display
incorporates the vehicle’s
navigation system and other
controls.
For the first time, Škoda has
fitted new nano radar sensors
in the Superb’s front corners to
enhance systems such as front
assist and crossroad assist,
which detect crossing traffic,
cyclists, and pedestrians,
braking automatically if
needed.
A new multifunction camera
provides a wider field of
vision, enabling features like
predictive cyclist protection
and turn-assist braking.
Other systems include
exit warning, which alerts
occupants to approaching
traffic before opening a door,
and swerve support, which
helps steer around obstacles if
the driver’s reaction is too slow.
Adaptive lane assist now
works on unmarked rural
roads, while adaptive cruise
control uses navigation data
to anticipate bends and
intersections.
Attention and drowsiness
assist monitors driver
behaviour, assesses their risk of
fatigue and triggers visual and
acoustic warnings when these
go beyond a pre-determined
threshold.
It uses an innovative
algorithm to recognise shortterm
inattention (distraction)
and long-term inattention
(fatigue).
It detects deviations from
normal steering expectations
at speeds above 65km/h and
continuously evaluates the
driver’s alertness in order to
draw conclusions about their
fitness to drive.
If the driver fails to respond,
emergency assist tightens
seatbelts, applies brief braking
jolts, activates hazard lights,
and safely slows the car to a
stop.
Ride quality is reasonably
compliant even over badly
worn and poorly cambered
road surfaces.
Handling is nimble for such
a large wagon, effectively
managing power delivery
across a range of conditions.
Body roll is well contained
in corners, and the steering is
crisp, responsive, and perfectly
weighted – giving the Superb a
level of poise and composure
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WEDNESDAY 19 NOVEMBER FROM 5PM
Bespoke Architectural Brilliance
2/24 Marriner Street, Sumner
3 bedrooms, 1 living, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garaging
This striking 2015 built home is the perfect blend of architectural
brilliance and effortless coastal living, offering a true sanctuary in the
heart of Sumner. Tucked privately behind an established Pohutukawa
hedge, the home reveals a beautifully curated garden sanctuary. Lush
native and floral plantings, a tranquil water feature, and a solar-heated
in-ground pool offering the ultimate setting for long summer days and
relaxed entertaining in your very own coastal retreat, all perfectly placed
on a freehold 350sqm section. Step inside and you’ll immediately feel the
sense of space and sophistication. The open plan living area is bathed in
natural light and flows effortlessly to the outdoors, creating a seamless
connection between indoor comfort and outdoor living. The beautifully
designed kitchen, complete with top-end Miele appliances, wine fridge
and a butler’s pantry with generous storage, is a dream for those who
love to cook and entertain. Warm engineered flooring, a reclaimed
feature wall from the original Rock Villa, and the gas fireplace framed in
bluestone and jarrah cabinetry brings understated elegance to the living
space. Upstairs, you’ll find three beautifully proportioned bedrooms and
two bathrooms. The master suite features a soaring pitched plywood
ceiling, separate balcony, custom walk-in wardrobe, and a spacious
ensuite. Wrapped in feature cedar and meticulously detailed throughout,
this architecturally designed home is as comfortable as it is striking.
Central radiator heating, a ducted heat pump, downstairs powder room
and an oversized double garage with additional off-street parking help
provide effortless living in every season.
Open Homes: Saturday & Sunday 11:00 - 11:30am
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137 Soleares Avenue, Mount Pleasant
3 bedrooms, 1 living, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garaging
Nestled on an established site, this beautifully sheltered haven enjoys sun and sweeping
views that stretch as far as the eye can see. Originally built in the 1970s and masterfully
remodelled in 2015, this single-level home combines timeless construction with modern
conveniences creating a warm and sunny home. Further renovations in 2023 included a
new roof, extensive double-glazing, inbuilt joinery and upgraded flooring including wool
carpet and whitewashed engineered timber bringing peace of mind and effortless comfort.
The heart of the home is the sunny, open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area. With feature
tiling, stylish appliances, and pendant lighting over the breakfast bar, the kitchen perfectly
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includes three double bedrooms, each with built-in storage. The master suite features
a spacious ensuite, while the remaining bedrooms share a family bathroom. Year-round
comfort is assisted by a heat pump and extensive insulation.
Open Homes: Saturday & Sunday 1:00 - 1:30pm
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120A Esplanade, Sumner
3 bedrooms, 1 living, 1 bathroom, 1 study, 2 car garaging
Positioned at the desirable end of Sumner’s prestigious Esplanade on a generous 756sqm
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excellent flexibility for work-from-home or hobby use.
(Please note that code compliance has not been issued for the garage.)
Open Home: Sunday 4:00 - 4:30pm
Auction: Coastal Auction Series, Wednesday 19th November from 5:00pm,
Sumner Surf Life Saving Club (Unless sold prior)
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E. thestandevens@raywhite.com
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Room to Grow, Style to Love
11 Brigid Place, Mount Pleasant
4 bedrooms, 3 living, 3 bathrooms, 1 study, 2 car garaging
A striking fusion of original design and contemporary refinement, this
home has been thoughtfully transformed with significant upgrades to
create a haven perfectly suited to modern family life. Positioned on a
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bathroom and three further double bedrooms, including a generous
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Open Homes: Saturday & Sunday 2:00 - 2:30pm
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2/59 Beachville Road, Redcliffs
2 bedrooms, 1 living, 1 bathroom, 1 car garaging
Designed for Comfort, Crafted for Style. Step into something truly special - a home where
the excellence of design meets effortless coastal living. Designed in 2014 by Wibberley
Architecture, this thoughtfully crafted residence stands proudly on a freehold 216sqm
section, offering an enviable absolute waterfront position.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by the unobstructed views stretching
across the Estuary to Shag Rock, Moncks Bay, and the Clifton hills. Clad in beautiful cedar
and Rockcote Integra, the exterior reflects timeless design and durability - a home that
looks as good as it feels. Inside, the spacious open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area forms
the heart of the home, perfectly oriented to capture north-west sun and breathtaking
views. Whether you’re relaxing with a coffee or entertaining friends, this space offers
warmth, light, and an ever-changing coastal outlook. The well-appointed kitchen features
a wall oven, integrated dishwasher, filtered water tap, and generous benchtop - everything
you need for easy, modern living. Every detail has been designed with practicality in mind
- from the excellent storage solutions (including a generous space under the stairs) to the
bathroom with large shower and separate toilet. The home is well insulated, extensively
double glazed and equipped with a heat pump helping with year-round comfort.
Ahmad Ahmad Sultani
Sultani
Licensee Salesperson
021 021 104 104 7115
7115
Colette Colette Van Van Der Der Westhuizen
Licensee Salesperson
029 029 020 020 51902
51902
Ben Ben Hancock
Licensee Salesperson
027 027 585 585 8780
8780
Open Homes: Saturday 12:15 - 12:45pm & Sunday 1:15 - 1:45pm
Auction: Thursday 13th November from 11:00am, Level 2, 76 Hereford Street
(unless sold prior)
www.rwferrymead.co.nz/OPA31979
The Standevens
M. 0274 304 691
E. thestandevens@raywhite.com
Jobi Jobi Smith
Smith
Licensee Salesperson
022 022 066 066 3401
3401
Kirill Kirill Shevchenko
Licensee Salesperson
022 022 392 392 6238
6238
Mark Mark Gardner
Licensee Salesperson
021 021 633 633 669
669
Thoughtfully Designed, Effortlessly Modern
5/79 Beachville Road, Redcliffs
2 bedrooms, 1 living, 1 bathroom, 1 car garaging
Neale Neale Bettman
Licensee Salesperson
027 027 276 276 2470
2470
Pip Pip Sutton
Sutton
Licensee Salesperson
027 027 224 224 9524
9524
The The Standevens
Licensee Salespersons
027 027 430 430 4691
Positioned on sought-after Beachville Road, this apartment designed by Dalman
Architecture and completed in 2018 offers the ultimate in modern, lock-and-leave
living. Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully designed, it delivers both comfort and
convenience in equal measure.
Expansive floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall windows frame the ever-changing outlooks, filling
the home with natural light and creating a seamless connection to the outdoors. The
generous lounge extends out to a spacious, westerly-facing deck - perfect for relaxing or
entertaining - while a built-in entertainment unit enhances functionality and style. The
modern kitchen and dining area feature a neutral palette and quality finishes, ideal for
those who love to cook or entertain. A walk-in pantry adds everyday practicality and extra
storage. This is a warm and inviting home with double glazing, extensive insulation and a
heat pump. Two double bedrooms provide restful retreats, each with excellent storage.
The primary suite enjoys direct access to the large deck, patio, and landscaped garden
- your own sunny and secure haven. Constructed in a striking blend of Cedar and steel,
the home’s contemporary exterior complements its coastal setting. Additional highlights
include two toilets, a single garage and off-street parking.
Craig Craig Prier
Prier
Auctioneer
027 027 434 434 5299
5299
Paul Paul Pretorius
Sales Sales Manager
027 027 688 688 8512
8512
Richard Richard Withy
Withy
Sales Sales & Auction & Auction Manager
027 027 550 550 0267
0267
Open Homes: Saturday & Sunday 2:00 - 2:30pm
Auction: Thursday 13th November from 11:00am, Level 2, 76 Hereford Street
(unless sold prior)
www.rwferrymead.co.nz/OPA31942
The Standevens
M. 0274 304 691
E. thestandevens@raywhite.com
Kate Kate Major
Major
Operations Manager
027 027 630 630 0072
0072
Daniel Daniel Sharp
Sharp
Property Management
027 027 343 343 3240
3240
Antonia Antonia McAtamney
Loan Loan Market
Market
021 021 469 469 244
244
Ray White Ferrymead
Phone (03) 384 4179 | Email prier.manson@raywhite.com | rwferrymead.co.nz
/RayWhiteFerrymead @raywhiteferrymead Prier Manson Ltd. (Licensed REAA 2008)