Selwyn_Times: February 04, 2026

Wednesday, 4 February 2026 

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Weekend 

roadworks 

on the cards 

to help 

businesses 

DANIEL ALVEY 

Little learners, big day 

Year 1 pupil Vihan Vignesh couldn’t wait to start school on Monday — he was up at 5.30am — and principal Jo Grant 

was there to welcome him through the gates of the brand new Te Rau Horopito School in Rolleston. The milestone 

marks the first day for the new school, with pupils and staff alike sharing in the excitement. Full story, page 8 

The Lincoln town centre upgrade 

may continue over weekends to 

help businesses struggling with 

the intensive roadworks. 

The council is meeting today to 

discuss the project and concerns 

raised by businesses on Gerald 

St, which is largely blocked by 

roadworks as part of a $46 million 

upgrade to the town centre. 

One idea is to continue the 

work during weekends to bring 

the scheduled finish date for 

stage one forward from the end 

of July. 

Selwyn Times reported last 

week the Lincoln Convenience 

Store and Cottage Cafe were 

unsure if they would be able to 

stay open until July, with both 

losing money. 

Convenience store owner Rick 

Sun said anything to speed up 

the project would help. 

"If it means they have to work 

on the weekend I’m okay with 

that,” he said. 

Cottage Cafe owner Surekha 

Puda said at the moment 

Saturday is their busiest day 

with customers coming in 

because there are no roadworks 

happening. 

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Working over the weekend 

has been the norm for many, 

many years. 

So why isn’t that 

happening on the main 

street of Lincoln where the 

roadworks for the new town 

centre development are 

causing carnage for business 

(see page 1)? 

They are not expected to 

be finished until midway 

through this year. Some 

businesses may not survive 

till then. Some are now 

beating the drum for work to 

go on over the weekends to 

speed things up. 

The Monday-Friday 

working week is part of 

the contract between the 

council and Fulton Hogan for 

stage one of the town centre 

development. 

It now appears working 

over the weekend will 

be discussed at a council 

briefing today, which is open 

to the public. Let’s hope the 

council and Fulton Hogan 

can agree to a solution. 

On another note, the 

council’s parking officer is 

someone who was working at 

the weekend. 

And if my intel is correct, 

she was in no frame of 

mind to take prisoners on 

Saturday. She pinged a longtime 

member of the Lincoln 

Bowling Club, who had to 

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while whipping in to make a 

delivery to the bowls club. 

The event centre has 

become a happy hunting 

ground for the council’s 

enforcement team, easy 

pickings and revenue for the 

public purse. 

Not far away on a road 

nearby, a gardener also 

received a $100 fine on 

Saturday morning for 

parking on a yellow line 

when sorting out a job. A 

plea to waive the fine with 

a warning was met with a 

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NEWS Selwyn Times, February 4, 2026 | 3 

Police credit public vigilance 

for drop in burglary numbers 

BY DANIEL ALVEY 

Police have thanked the public 

for helping drive a reduction in 

burglaries across the district. 

Figures from the past four 

years sgiw the total number of 

burglaries has fallen from 493 

in 2022 to 409 last year. 

When population growth is 

taken into account, the reduction 

is even more 

pronounced. In 

2022, there were 

about 6.35 burglaries 

per 1000 

people, compared 

with 4.66 burglaries 

per 1000 

people last year. 

Canterbury 

Rural Area Commander 

Inspector 

Peter Cooper welcomed the 

trend but said there was still 

room for improvement. 

Peter Cooper 

“It’s great to see that the number 

of burglaries has reduced 

in the last four years, but ideally 

that number would be a lot 

lower,” Cooper said. 

He credited the public for 

helping police by staying vigilant 

and reporting suspicious 

behaviour and other criminal 

activity. 

“We would like to thank the 

public for continuously supporting 

the police. It just goes 

Statistics show burglary numbers are down across the district over the last four years. 

to show that not only do police 

have no tolerance for this 

offending – our community 

doesn’t either.” 

When looking at the population 

centres, burglary numbers 

have varied. 

Rolleston remained largely 

unchanged, with 106 burglaries 

last year compared with 110 the 

year before. 

Over the same four year 

period, burglaries in Lincoln 

dropped from 57 to 36. Prebbleton 

recorded a year-on-year 

increase from 13 to 22, but 

remains well down from the 52 

burglaries recorded four years 

ago. 

Darfield and Leeston have 

largely remained static, with 

four and 11 burglaries respectively 

last year. 

Despite Selwyn’s relatively 

low crime rate, there have been 

calls for increased police numbers 

to keep pace with rapid 

population growth. 

Cooper said police are continually 

reviewing resourcing 

across the Canterbury region, 

but did not say if there were any 

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specific plans to bolster police 

numbers in the district in the 

near future. 

“We are mindful of the 

increasing population in Selwyn 

and what that may mean for our 

demand.” 

He encouraged people to 

remain vigilant. 

“Make sure you are locking 

your home and closing all 

windows and gates when 

you are out, and report any 

suspicious behaviour, or 

burglary offending, with as 

much information as possible.” 

In brief 

Bridge to be resealed again 

The Waimakariri Gorge Bridge will 

need to be closed again to fix the 

damage caused by a burnout. The 

bridge reopened on January 20 

after being resealed. Later that 

day a motorist did a burnout on 

the bridge. The repairs are yet to 

be scheduled, and the final cost 

is not known. Council executive 

director infrastructure property 

Tim Mason said it was extremely 

disappointing. "This is not just a 

cost to our ratepayers who will 

have to carry the cost of fixing the 

damaged areas, but also disruption 

and frustration for the community 

from having to redo this work.” 

Beach fire warning 

People are being warned to be 

careful when starting fires on 

the beach after the Southbridge 

Volunteer Fire Brigade was called 

to a blaze north of the Rakaia Huts 

on Saturday night. Fire chief Shane 

King said it was quickly put out, 

but could have been worse if the 

wind increased. 

Water company meeting 

A public meeting is being held 

to discuss Selwyn Water Ltd, 

the company set up to manage 

the district’s drinking water and 

wastewater. It will be hosted 

by independent Selwyn general 

election candidate Zoran Rakovic 

at 7.30pm on Tuesday in the 

Lincoln Event Centre. Selwyn 

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What your rates bill will be could 


Operational efficiency is being 

targeted over cancelling projects 

to keep rates rises to a minimum 

as the new council gets closer to 

grappling with rates. 

A possible rates rise is set to be 

made public at a council briefing 

next Wednesday. 

The Annual Plan, which sets 

what the council will spend and 

where, is the first opportunity for 

the new council to fulfil election 

promises of savings. 

Council staff are 

currently finalising 

budgets, 

which will form 

the draft percentages 

following 

a behind-closeddoors 

meeting 

held a fortnight 

ago, where councillors 

discussed 

the direction for 

Lydia Gliddon 

this year’s budget after using the 

Christmas break to consider their 

priorities. 

New Mayor Lydia Gliddon and 

councillors were elected in October 

pledging to make savings 

following two years of significant 

rates increases of 14.9% and 

14.2%. 

While Gliddon has committed 

to keeping the rates rise in single 

digits, she said no figure has yet 

been confirmed. 

“Council’s intent is to bring the 

increase into single digits, but we 

won’t lock in a figure until councillors 

have tested the trade-offs 

The first draft figures for this year’s rates increase will be made public next Wednesday. 

and agreed on priorities,” Gliddon 

said. 

She said the figures released 

next week could still change 

before the plan goes out for public 

consultation in mid-March, 

which will run for six weeks, an 

increase on the traditional four 

week consultation. 

“Councillors have been 

working through a review of 

operating costs, testing assumptions, 

and service delivery 

models. The focus has been on 

efficiency, affordability, making 

a shift towards ‘back to basics’, 

and not reducing core service 

levels or deferring essential 

maintenance.” 

While it was too early to discuss 

specifics, Gliddon said the 

focus was not on cancelling 

projects. 

“At this stage, the work has 

been about cost control and 

reprioritisation, rather than 

cancelling projects outright. 

“As part of our review, we 

are looking at the sequencing 

of the capital programme, and 

asking, does it all have to be 

done now? Where are our priority 

projects? Are any of them 

‘nice to have’ but a lot of this 

will go into the consultation 

document.” 

Gliddon said the council would 

not be able to undertake a major 

reset until next year, when it 

begins work on the 2027–37 Long 

Term Plan. 

She said deviating too far 

from the 2024–34 Long Term 

Plan would trigger a special 

consultative procedure, which 

would effectively require the 

council to redo its long-term plan 

a year earlier than scheduled. 

“This is very costly and needs 

Auditor General sign off. If this 

approach were taken, we would 

not meet the timeframe to strike 

rates,” Gliddon said. 

While she did not have a 

specific cost, Gliddon said it 

would be in the six figures due to 

the mandatory audit, technical 

work, and the time required. 

“The big major reset will 

be the long term plan we will 

start in July, where we rebuild 

budgets and levels of service.” 

Councillors spoken to by 

Selwyn Times said they were 

positive about the direction and 

the work council staff had done 

to identify savings, but none 

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be revealed as early as next week 

Sarah Barnsley said there 

would be “tough decisions” to 

make. 

“Some of those might mean 

that some of the big projects 

that we have in the past been 

quite definitive about now have 

a question mark on them,” she 

said. 

She would not elaborate on 

which projects 

were now at risk. 

“For me to talk 

about any specific 

projects at this 

stage would be a 

little premature.” 

The former 

council copped 

a lot of criticism 

last year for 

not listening to 

the community 

feedback. This 

included when it 

went against 86% 

of submissions to 

establish a new 

company to manage 

water and 

wastewater. 

Samuel 

Wilshire, who 

has been critical 

in the past of the 

Sarah 

Barnsley 

Samuel 

Wilshire 

council not listening to the community, 

said this time will be 

different. 

“It is not our choice of what 

stays and what goes; we can 

only make proposals, it will 

come down to actually what the 

community really wants,” he 

said. 

‘Real risk’ of service cuts with rates cap 


Concerns are growing about 

what cuts the council could 

be forced to make under a 

proposed Government rates cap. 

Estimates show the council 

would lose about $100 million 

in revenue if a 4% rates cap 

were imposed by the Government. 

The estimate is based on 

the 2024–34 Long Term Plan 

and uses projected spending 

from the 2027–34 financial 

years. 

While the cap is not expected 

to be enforced until 2029, the 

Government is expecting councils 

to bring rates increases 

into line with the cap over the 

coming years. 

Mayor Lydia Gliddon said 

that without changes to how 

councils are allowed to raise 

revenue, it would not be possible 

to find savings of that scale 

without affecting services. 

“Without additional funding 

or a change in settings, a hard 

rates cap doesn’t remove costs, 

it forces them to surface elsewhere, 

either through reduced 

services, deferred investment, 

or higher user charges. 

“That’s not sustainable, 

and risks undermining the 

very outcomes communities 

expect.” 

There have been calls for the Government to use an infrastructure price index which more accurately shows inflation for councils. 

Gliddon said 

there was a real 

risk the cost of 

using council 

facilities, such as 

swimming pools, 

could increase. 

Fees – which 

can range from 

pool entry 

charges to building 

consents 

Tracey 

Macleod 

– and water bills would not be 

affected by the rates cap. 

At a briefing on the reforms 

last week, Gliddon said the 

Government needed to partner 

with councils on measures 

such as returning GST on rates. 

However, Department of 

Internal Affairs partnership 

director Paul Barker told councillors 

at the briefing he was 

not hearing any appetite from 

the Government for providing 

additional revenue streams for 

councils. 

Gliddon was also critical of 

the lack of Government support 

for councils responding to 

the wider reform programme, 

which includes replacing the 

Resource Management Act and 

reforming regional councils. 

“Councils don’t oppose 

reform, but they can’t continue 

to absorb costs that are outside 

their control without consequences 

for ratepayers,” she 

told Selwyn Times. 

“The solution is honest partnership, 

clearer role definition 

and proper funding for new 

obligations. If that doesn’t 

happen, the consequence is 

increasing pressure on rates 

and services, and reduced local 

flexibility.” 

The Government has proposed 

using the consumer 

price index, which measures 

changes in the cost of everyday 

household items such as 

groceries. 

However, councillor Tracey 

Macleod said an infrastructure 

index would be more appropriate, 

as it better reflects the 

costs councils face when building 

and maintaining assets 

such as roads and pipes. 

“I think (an infrastructure 

index) aligns better with the 

notion of councils getting back 

to core services, because those 

core services are very infrastructure-heavy,” 

she said. 

Macleod said she would also 

like to see the infrastructure 

index adjusted regionally to 

account for the extra cost of 

things like shipping. 

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‘The faster they get 

it done, the better’ 

› From Page 1 

But Puda was supportive 

of the roadworks happening 

on the weekends if it meant 

the project could be finished 

sooner. 

"Even if they can just trial it 

to see if it works would help.” 

Further along Gerald St, 

Coffee Culture owner Steve 

Jaeger is also losing money. 

“The longer they are doing it, 

the worse it is going to be for 

me. The faster they get it done, 

the better.” 

Jaeger said if it became 

desperate, the Coffee Culture 

head office could keep the 

business afloat. 

Councillor Sarah Barnsley 

said all options, including 

weekend work, will be 

discussed at today’s briefing. 

"(Weekend work) seems a 

fairly obvious way to expedite 

the project. However, there may 

be restrictions,” she said. 

“Inconvenience to our 

community and businesses is 

top of mind when we go into 

this briefing.” 

Councillor Denise Carrick 

was supportive of weekend 

work. She expected to find out 

today if it was possible and any 

extra costs for working at the 

weekend which may need to be 

considered. 

Intensive roadworks on Gerald St are continuing to have a big impact on 

Stage one contractor Fulton 

Hogan declined to comment 

and passed on any questions to 

the council. 

Council acting executive 

director infrastructure and 

property Keith Beal said the 

council sets the completion date 

but does not control when the 

work is carried out. 

“When a contract is tendered, 

the agreement is made with the 

contractor on the schedule that 

it will deliver the work by, and 

it is the responsibility of the 

contractor to meet that date.” 

Stage one of the 

redevelopment will cost about 


$10.4m and include a plaza area 

to replace the angled car parks 

outside shops. 

It will also include new cycle 

lanes, multiple pedestrian 

crossings, and traffic lights at 

the Gerald St and West Belt 

intersection. 

After stage one, work is 

expected to start on a major 

hospitality and retail precinct, 

called Lincoln Village, on the 

corner of Gerald and Robert Sts. 

Work on the precinct is 

planned to start in the middle of 

this year, and will be completed 

in five stages over two to four 

years. 

’Health and safety gone nuts’ 

A Fulton Hogan staff member is 

helping people to cross a small 

footbridge between a car park 

and the Gerald St shops. 

The temporary footbridge 

was installed at the request of 

businesses from the car park 

between Lyttelton and William 

Sts to the Gerald St shops via a 

driveway past Lincoln Family 

Barber. 

As part of the footbridge trial, 

a person has been collecting 

data, including the number of 

people using the footbridge, for 

the council. The person is also 

required to help people cross 

the bridge if needed, which 

councillor Denise Carrick has 

described as “madness”. 

She said if it was up to her, 

she would not have someone 

placed there. 

"That must be the safest part 

of Lincoln’s town centre at the 

moment . . . so it is health and 

safety gone nuts.” 

Carrick said she is planning 

to raise it at today’s council 

The temporary footbridge leading to 

Gerald St. 

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briefing on the project. 

Council acting executive 

director infrastructure and 

property, Keith Beal, said 

any risk reduction must be 

considered as part of the overall 

cost. 

“This additional pedestrian 

route is a short-term measure 

proposed to be in place 

while Lincoln town centre 

construction work has a 

significant impact on footpaths 

in the immediate area,” he said. 

Firefighters biking to work 

Some volunteer firefighters 

in Lincoln have swapped four 

wheels for two to get around 

the roadworks faster. 

Lincoln Volunteer Fire 

Brigade station officer Dylan 

Bryant is one of two staff 

members using a bike to get to 

the fire station faster. 

"From my house (on Maurice 

St) I could get to the station 

pre-roadworks in 40 seconds 

driving, now takes up to seven 

minutes, on the bike it takes a 

minute and a half,” he said. 

Bryant said it is not the best 

when it is raining or at night. 

"You arrive at the station, and 

your heart's pumping and the 

legs are burning already.” 

Lincoln deputy fire chief Tim 

Quinlivan said the brigade is 

still using Gerald St to get to 

calls. He said during the day, 

their response can be delayed a 

few minutes if they get stuck at 

the traffic lights, but generally 

they are let through quickly. 

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New school aims to bring community together 


For the past year, Jo Grant has 

been the principal of a school 

with no pupils. 

On Monday, that changed 

when the gates opened to 

welcome the first pupils at the 

brand-new Te Rau Horopito 

School in Rolleston. 

“I started this role a year ago, 

so it feels like it has been a long 

time, but also a short time,” she 

said. 

“We have been working from 

a house, so it has all become 

real,” Grant said. 

While the school is starting 

small, with about 50 pupils 

across years 1-8, it is expected 

to grow sixfold within two 

years to about 300 pupils and 

has a long-term staging plan for 

a roll of up to 1000 pupils. 

Grant said Te Rau Horopito 

has 18 teachers, so while the 

roll grows, classes will initially 

have about 10-15 pupils, with 

two teachers a class. 

The school is based in the 

rapidly developing Arbor Green 

subdivision and Grant said part 

of the school’s goal is to bring 

together the new residents. 

“A school can be the real 

heart of the community. One of 

our key goals in our strategic 

plan is to develop a community 

of belonging. 

“What I’ve found in Rolleston 

because a lot of people are 

moving in, people are friendly 

and keen to meet people, so 

there is this wonderful vibe.” 

Before Te Rau Horopito, Grant 

was principal of Upper Hutt 

School for nine years. 

When she took on the 

The big day finally arrived for Te Rau Horopito School principal Jo Grant with the 

first pupils arriving at the new school. 

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role, Grant had been living 

in Wellington and moved to 

Rolleston, and now lives in 

Prebbleton. 

Grant said Upper Hutt School 

was 140 years old, so starting 

a school from scratch has been 

very different. 

“Possibly one of the greatest 

privileges I’ve had in terms of 

influencing the shape, vision 

and focus. 

“I thought I’d learnt a lot 

in the first nine years, but I 

have learnt so much more 

about creating cultures, teams, 

and how to engage with the 

community.” 

From top left, year 5 pupil Dean and his mum Ladi Ekum, year 1 pupil Allison with her 

mum Arachel Pangilinan and Lucy with her mum Emma Aker arrive at for their first 

day at Te Rau Horopito School. 

Senior campus opens 

Monday was also the first 

day for about 720 year 12 and 

13 pupils at Rolleston College’s 

senior campus, but to get there, it 

has been anything but smooth. 

Stage one of the campus was 

originally set to welcome its first 

students a year ago, but was 

delayed after the Government 

paused the project in March 2024 

while reviewing school builds 

nationwide. 

After several months of 

negotiation with the Ministry 

of Education, principal Rachel 

Skelton told Selwyn Times in 2024 

she was “happy enough” with 

stage one – a position she still 

holds today. 

“I’ll be happy enough until 

all stages are done then I’ll be 

delighted,” she said. 

“Yes, it has been a long journey, 

but we are here.” 

Stage two will deliver the front 

office, arts and English block, 

theatre, and whare. Stage three 

will provide the maths and social 

science block, library, canteen, 

and learning support areas. 

There is no specific timeline for 

stage two, but Skelton hoped to 

see it finished by early 2027. 

She said for the most part, 

students will not need to move 

between the two campuses, 

which are 2.5km apart. Vans will 

run between them when required 

for extracurricular activities. 

Staff and dignitaries were welcomed with a student haka at the opening of Rolleston College’s new senior campus. 

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Wednesday 04 February 2026 

Council and Community 

Board Meetings 

Public Forums 

Council and Community Board meetings are open to 

the public. Time is available at the start of meetings 

for people to speak on matters of concern. Please 

notify Therese Davel if you wish to speak at the 

Council meeting at least five days before the meeting 

by emailing council.secretary@selwyn.govt.nz 

Councillor Briefing 

Wednesday 4 February, 9.30am 

Council Chambers 

Kite Day to brighten the summer skies 

The summer skies will be brightened this weekend with hundreds of colourful kites flying high over 

Foster Park, Rolleston. 

The annual Kite Day celebration is back this Saturday, 

7 February, from 11am-3pm. Now, into its third year the free 

event has fast become a fixture in the Selwyn summer 

calendar, drawing thousands for a fun day out. 

With the summer sun finally making an appearance, it will 

be a great way to celebrate the long weekend. So gather 

your whānau and enjoy a fun-filled day outdoors. Be 

wowed by giant inflatable show kites, bring your own kite, 

or try making a sustainable one with Lincoln Envirotown. 

Pack a picnic or taste delicious kai from local food trucks. 

Celebrate the joy of flying and make a day of it! 

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Wednesday 11 February, 1.00pm 


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Keep driving safer for longer 

Practical tips and support are on offer to help older drivers stay driving for longer. 

Bookings are open for the Staying Safe 

Refresher Driver Course by Age Concern, 

which is back, running on Wednesday 25 

February at the Rolleston Community Centre. 

As we age, driving is an important part of 

staying independent for longer. Maybe it’s 

been a while since you had a refresher for your 

driving or you’re feeling unsettled because you 

have a medical coming up to renew 

your licence. 

This free classroom-based course will help you 

re-familiarise yourself with traffic rules and safe 

driving practices. 

The course is run by professional driving 

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drivers re-familiarise themselves with traffic 

rules and safe driving practices, increase 

knowledge about other transport options and 

boost confidence for people to keep driving. 

RSVP to Charlie Hudson at Age Concern 

by Wednesday 18 February, chudson@ 

ageconcerncan.org.nz, or call 03 331 7808. 

A light lunch will be provided. 

Events 

Adults’ Evening Book Club 

Thursday 5 February, 6.30-7.30pm 

Lincoln Library 

Expand your reading subjects, meet people in 

your area and share your thoughts and ideas 

about reading. 

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Lunchtime Acoustic Sets 

Sunday 8 February, 12-12.30pm 

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FREE 

Every Sunday in February acoustic lunchtime 

performance by Rolleston College Horoeka 

Haemata students. Celebrate our local talent. 

All ages welcome. 

Drop-in. 

Ride n Slide 

Sunday 15 February, 10am–2pm 

West Melton Skatepark 

$20pp 

Learn to ride with Cheapskates Skate Skool. 

Lessons at 10.30am and 12.30pm, $20 per person. 

Skateboards and safety gear provided or BYO. 

Enjoy a free drop-in water slide. Suitable for 6yrs+ 

Bookings required at selwyn.govt.nz/events 

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Father has ‘mixed emotions’ about 

coroner’s report into his son’s death 

BY DYLAN SMITS 

A long-awaited coroner’s report 

into the death of Geoff Booth’s 

son has found nothing could 

have been done to prevent the 

21-year-old’s suicide. 

Liam Booth was sent home 

from Christchurch Hospital in 

a taxi after threatening to take 

his own life. 

Liam was found dead less 

than three weeks later in 

Beckenham Park, about 100m 

from his flat, in October 2017. 

Booth, who lives in Greendale, 

spoke to Selwyn Times about 

the coroner’s report, which was 

released on Monday. 

“I feel mixed emotions. He 

was in their care, so there 

was a duty of care that they 

should have applied I think. 

Wraparound services or 

support. But looking at it after 

the fact, it’s too late. My son is 

not coming back.” 

Booth spent years seeking 

answers from health 

authorities, and spoke out in 

the media about his son's death. 

“Liam would have been dead 

nine years this year and the 

findings have only come out 

now. So it's a long time waiting 

for an outcome. Now Liam 

becomes an official statistic for 

death by suicide,” he said. 

In his findings, Coroner Bruce 

Hesketh said he was satisfied, 

Geoff Booth at the 

coroner’s inquest after 

his son Liam committed 

suicide in 2017. The 

coroner’s report was 

released on Monday. 

even if a comprehensive system 

was available, it would not 

have made any difference to the 

decision to discharge Liam. On 

whether the death could have 

been prevented, the coroner 

said in his report the answer 

was “no”. 

Hesketh also rejected several 

of Booth's concerns about the 

care his son received. 

Booth believes Liam should 

have been compulsorily 

admitted to hospital. 

Liam’s threats of self 

harm escalated during 2017, 

culminating in police bringing 

him to the hospital’s emergency 

department in mid-September 

after he told his father he 

planned to end his life. 

On-call psychiatrist 

Dr Michael Clarke decided 

Liam did not meet the criteria 

to be held under the Mental 

Health Act. 

Liam did not want to be 

admitted as a voluntary patient 

and refused crisis respite, such 

as a short-term stay. 

He was discharged and given 

a taxi chit to get back to his flat. 

Liam had a difficult time 

managing his behaviour from 

a young age, suffering from 

low mood, a diagnosis of 

oppositional defiance disorder, 

acts of aggression and threats of 

self harm. 

Booth felt the hospital should 

have allowed him to be present 

at his son's assessment, and 

did not believe the hour or so 

Clarke spent with Liam was 

enough to assess him on their 

first meeting. 

When Clarke phoned Booth 

after his son's assessment, he 

warned the doctor his son was 

lying when he said he did not 

have suicidal intentions, and 

urged him to admit him against 

his wishes. 

By the time Clarke phoned 

Booth back later that night, 

Liam had already been 

discharged. 

Court-appointed expert 

witness, psychiatrist Dr Barry 

Walsh, found the quality of care 

Liam received was adequate. 

He told the coroner 

compulsory treatment was a 

serious step. 

"With suicidal crises, 

admissions can cause a 

deterioration rather than an 

improvement," Walsh said. 

Hesketh found the decision 

not to admit Liam under the 

Mental Health Act was the right 

one. 

Hesketh said more should 

have been done to share 

information and include 

Liam's family in the discharge 

planning. 

Looking forward, Booth said 

it is good to have the report’s 

findings out in the open. 

“With it out in the public, 

it can raise awareness that 

parents need to be more aware 

of what's going on with their 

kids. 

“You know, like Liam should 

have been 30 last week.” 

-Additional reporting RNZ 

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Hundreds stampede through Arbor Green 

More than 450 runners and 

walkers stampeded through 

Rolleston on Sunday. 

They took part in the Arbor 

Green Selwyn Stampede’s 1km, 

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Starting on Goulds Rd next 

to Foster Park, the competitors 

wound their way through the 

Arbor Green development, onto 

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to Goulds Rd and Foster Park. 

Oska Inkster-Baynes (No 

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category in 1hr 

5min 34sec, while Hannah 

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women’s section in 1hr 21min 

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Janka Twisterling (No 516) the 

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Local favourites, Lincoln Hair Design and 

Motus Lincoln, relocate to 12 Vernon Drive, Lincoln 

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Lincoln Hair Design is excited to 

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beautiful new location, marking an 

exciting new chapter for our salon 

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years on Gerald Street in Lincoln, 

we are stepping into a more elegant, 

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Our new location reflects the growth 

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With more space, a refined fit-out, 

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the highest quality products and 

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our vision of excellence, innovation, 

Less talk, more delivery at 12 Vernon, Lincoln 

Now Open 

• The Bicycle Thief Restaurant 

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• The Turkish Grill Restaurant 

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• Lincoln Hair Design 

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• Motus Health (relocated from 3 Vernon Drive 

& Lincoln University) 

There are a further 

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Unit 6 - facing Vernon Dr 100m 2 - fitted out 

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Unit 8 - facing carpark 184m 2 - open space, 

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Lincoln Hair Design has always 

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a running track, and a podiatrist will 

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hand therapist and other physios. 

The new site is purpose-built, with 

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space to optimise rehabilitation. 

Having all the disciplines working 

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LETTERS 


Billboard proposal 

‘so out of place’ 

My husband and I are an elderly couple 

living in Prebbleton. We frequently use 

the pedestrian crossing on Springs Rd 

close to where the proposed billboard 

would be erected. 

I have had some near misses on 

that crossing due to distracted or 

inconsiderate drivers. Many children use 

it to cross to school, and for some time, 

residents have been requesting lights be 

installed. We have had no luck with that 

to date. 

The last thing we want is yet another 

distraction in the form of a billboard. 

Apart from all that, a large “in your face” 

commercial sign is so out of place in our 

country village. 

- Helen Rhodes 

 

CEO’s departure 

In what smells suspiciously like a 

botched decision in respect of the early 

departure and payout to council chief 

executive Sharon Mason, councillors 

have closed down on the discussion that 

granted these things. 

Among electioneering pledges from 

Lydia Gliddon was a promise for a 

council led by her to be more open. So, 

what happened? What about we who 

fund the circus deciding whether it is in 

the public interest to see how decisions 

are made? 

Councillor Macleod’s tiptoeing round 

the perfectly reasonable question, the 

reason for Mason’s departure, smacks 

of undeserved reverence for someone 

on such a staggering salary. The higher 

the pay, the more thorough the scrutiny, 

should be the rule. 

The Local Government Official 

Information and Meetings Act does 

not exist to shield the council from 

embarrassment over its poor decision 

making. 

- John Summers 

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From Team NZ trailblazer to protein pioneer 

Proud to be Me is a series focusing on people in Selwyn. This 

week Coen Lammers talks to Maury Leyland who moved Tai Tapu 

from Auckland and developed the protein business Leaft with 

husband John Penno 

Maury Leyland arrived in 

Selwyn from Auckland about 

a decade ago and is now fully 

immersed in farming life, and 

in growing a rapidly expanding 

protein business, Leaft. 

“I had always lived in a 

bushy part of Auckland, and 

was heavily involved in sailing, 

so I found the barrenness of 

Canterbury pretty hard work 

to start with,” said the former 

marine engineer. 

“I’m a very settled mainlander 

now in Tai Tapu. It’s so beautiful 

here and I’ve really taken to the 

farming life, living in the Port 

Hills.” 

Tai Tapu is a long way from 

the Hauraki Gulf – and from the 

waters off San Diego – where, 30 

years ago, Leyland made sailing 

history. 

At 24, she became the first 

woman, and still the only 

woman, to race on a Team New 

Zealand boat in the quest for the 

world’s oldest sporting trophy, 

the America’s Cup. 

A self-described “Jill of all 

trades”, Leyland raced aboard 

Black Magic yacht in one race 

of the 1995 Louis Vuitton Cup 

challenger series. Her roles 

spanned boat designer, back-up 

navigator, performance analyst 

and travel lift driver. 

She even filled in as tactician 

against the Spanish Challenge 

in patchy conditions – a race the 

Kiwi crew won by 20 minutes 

on their way to claiming New 

Zealand’s first America’s Cup. 

When she arrived in San 

Diego, there were only three 

other women working in Team 

New Zealand – a sailmaker, a 

“ We are still young, and 

have a long way to go, but 

we’ve come a very long 

way since we came up 

with this crazy concept. ” 

Maury Leyland 

marketer and a receptionist. 

“I was out on the boat every 

single day – grinding and sailing 

for eight or nine hours, six days 

a week,” she said. 

“My official role was in the 

design team, but I was also 

sailing as a navigator and doing 

performance analysis.” 

After her time in elite sailing, 

Leyland spent a decade with 

strategy firm Boston Consulting 

Group before moving into the 

dairy sector. She later joined 

Fonterra, where she became part 

of the executive management 

team. 

During her time in the dairy 

industry, she became interested 

in how New Zealand could 

produce more high-value 

exports, reduce its reliance 

on bulk dairy production 

and improve environmental 

outcomes for the land. 

In 2015, Leyland met Synlait 

founder John Penno at an 

executive training workshop at 

Stanford University. The pair 

quickly found common ground 

and began developing the idea of 

extracting Rubisco protein from 

lucerne leaves. 

They married two years later 

Maury Leyland, centre, on the grinding handles with Andrew Taylor, with Sir Russell 

Coutts at the wheel, in her only race on NZL38, vs Spain, at the 1995 America’s Cup 

in San Diego. 

PHOTO: GETTY 

Maury Leyland amd John Penno founded protein business Leaft which extracts high-quality Rubisco protein from lucerne leaves. 

at Tai Tapu’s iconic Otahuna 

Lodge. 

“John finished as Synlait CEO 

to work on the new concept 

and I was busy doing research 

and kitchen experiments to 

figure out if this could be a real 

opportunity,” Leyland said. 

The business formally took 

shape in 2019 when food 

engineer Ross Milne joined as 

chief executive to lead the foodprocessing 

side of the operation. 

“We are still young, and have a 

long way to go, but we’ve come a 

very long way since we came up 

with this crazy concept.” 

Selwyn proved to be an 

ideal location to develop and 

manufacture that concept, 

Leyland said. 

“We extract the Rubisco 

protein from lucerne (called 

alfalfa in the rest of the world), 

which is a leafy forage crop that 

grows really well here in Selwyn. 

“We are working with arable 

farmers in Southbridge, who 

are brilliant at growing things 

and were keen to look for new 

options because the arable 

industry has been doing it so 

tough.” 

She adds that having two 

universities nearby, combined 

with an active outdoor 

community looking for new 

products, created a fertile 

environment for innovation. 

“When we started this, we 

probably didn't realise just quite 

how amazing this protein would 

be and how it makes people 

feel and makes them perform,” 

Leyland said. 

She explains the high-quality, 

concentrated liquid protein 

differs from other plant proteins 

because it is extracted from 

leaves rather than seeds. 

“So it has a better amino acid 

profile than whey or meat. And 

because we only process it very 

lightly, you get all sorts of other 

nutrients come through from the 

leaves as well. This means it has 

an incredible amount of nutrient 

density,” Leyland said. 

Because the liquid is easily 

digestible, it offers athletes a 

substantial protein boost without 

needing to consume large 

amounts of food. 

“So it works really well 

alongside normal meals, giving 

an extra protein lift at the 

moment that your body can 

make the most of it. We find 

that it fits perfectly for people 

who are serious about their 

nutrition.” 

Alongside supplying the protein 

liquid to athletes in the United 

States and Australasia, Leaft 

is also developing ingredient 

products after discovering the 

protein’s effectiveness as an egg 

alternative. 

“We have been working with 

Foodstuffs South Island for their 

in-house baking with our Rubisco 

protein isolate product which is 

white and creamy,” Leyland said. 

“It emulsifies and creates 

foam – all the things you want 

when you are baking. It really 

enhances the food and has been 

the most recent part of our 

journey.” 

In between creating a more 

environmentally-friendly market 

for local farmers, Leyland and 

Penno have also been working 

hard to regenerate their own 

slice of Selwyn. 

“We found lots of ways to 

contribute by bringing back 

more diversity through a 

combination of planting, fencing 

areas off from stock and trapping 

to allow natural regeneration.” 

Leyland said a century ago, 

only 1% of the native forest still 

remained on Banks Peninsula, 

which has only recovered to 

about 10% today. 

“I was shocked to hear that, so 

I feel we need to lean into that 

one.” 

Now firmly settled in Selwyn, 

Leyland has no regrets about the 

move south. 

“I like the weather, the access 

to the mountains, being so close 

to a coastline and the connection 

to nature and the land around 

here. I’m absolutely loving it.” 

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Dimming 

the lights 

to boost 

dark sky 

ambitions 

An experiment in dimming streetlights 

could help turn Selwyn’s high country into 

a new drawcard for stargazers. 

The council is installing a new lighting 

control system in Castle Hill Village as 

part of a push towards earning dark sky 

accreditation. 

The technology, expected to be in place 

by the end of May, will allow streetlights 

to be dimmed or adjusted depending on 

conditions. 

The council estimates dark sky status 

could generate up to $13.5 million a 

year in visitor spending across the high 

country, said council executive director of 

community services and facilities Denise 

Kidd. 

“This is a huge opportunity to make the 

most of our stunning high-country landscape 

and its amazing view of the stars,” 

she said. 

“Dark skies are a growing attraction – 

we’ve seen through Tourism New Zealand 

that 70% of people visiting New Zealand 

are interested in star gazing experiences. 

This innovative technology is a key step to 

start making the most of that.” 

The move follows support 

from Arthur’s Pass and 

Castle Hill Village residents 

and businesses during consultation 

on the council’s 

Long-Term Plan 2024–34. It 

also aligns with the council’s 

Kai Aku Rika Economic 

Development Strategy, 

adopted last year, which 

identified dark sky tourism Denise Kidd 

as a potential growth area. 

Technology company Felicity Smart 

Infrastructure NZ is supplying the wireless 

control system, while the council is 

funding the $50,000 upgrade of existing 

streetlights in Castle Hill Village, as agreed 

through the long-term plan process. 

The system will give the council greater 

control over light levels and operating 

times, and includes AI technology that 

can respond to traffic volumes, allowing 

lights to dim when roads are quieter while 

maintaining safety. 

The council will work with residents 

over coming months to decide how the 

system should operate in practice. 

“It’s exciting to see how the trial goes, 

with the potential for this technology 

to help with dark sky accreditation and 

energy savings to further reduce costs in 

other parts of the district,” Kidd said. 

Felicity New Zealand sales manager 

Soren Damsgaard said the company 

had seen similar systems 

deliver significant benefits 

elsewhere. 

“We are excited to get this 

project under way,” he said. 

“Across our New Zealand 

projects, we have seen how 

intelligent, traffic-responsive 

lighting can cut wasted 

energy and carbon emissions 

by 40%, while still 

keeping people safe on the 

roads. 

“Castle Hill builds directly on that 

Soren 

Damsgaard 

experience – it’s another step in a wider 

shift towards smarter, cleaner and more 

community-focused streetlighting.”



Keeping the peace on the sidelines 

BY DYLAN SMITS 

Sports clubs and an Olympic 

gold medallist are asking 

spectators to keep it cute on the 

sidelines. 

Hamish Kerr, who won gold in 

the men’s high jump at the 2024 

Paris Olympics, is backing Sport 

Canterbury’s Keep It Positive 

campaign. 

It promotes safe and 

supportive sideline behaviour 

across a wide range of sports. 

The campaign is coming to 

Selwyn and Christchurch after 

the initiative was launched in 

South and Mid Canterbury last 

year. 

Poor sideline behaviour in the 

city has been under the spotlight 

before. 

Mother Alicia Shaw called 

out fellow parents for mocking 

comments and laughing at 

primary school pupils at her 

son’s cross-country race in May 

2024. 

The organisations currently 

involved in the campaign are 

Badminton Canterbury, Athletics 

Canterbury, Canterbury Cricket, 

Mainland Netball, Canterbury 

Softball, Tennis Canterbury, 

Mainland Football, Canterbury 

Volleyball, Canterbury Hockey, 

Canterbury Rugby League, 

Canterbury Basketball and 

Squash Canterbury. 

The Canterbury Rugby 

Football Union is not 

participating in the campaign 

as it has its own processes for 

encouraging good spectator 

sportsmanship. 

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Kerr said good sideline 

behaviour is all about creating 

a positive environment for 

athletes. 

“Being on the pitch is a stressful 

enough job as it is, and so 

to have the support of people 

on the sideline, and making 

sure that feels encouraging and 

enjoyable, is the most important 

thing,” he said. 

“Unfortunately, there will 

always be one team winning and 

one team losing. But, at the end of 

the day, so long as the kids are getting 

out there and just having fun, 

that’s the most important thing.” 

The Keep It Positive campaign 

will be promoted through signs 

displayed at sports events participating 

in the initiative. 

A large online presence will 

also help reinforce the campaign 

message. It will help 

sports organisations create 

policies and guidelines, which 

protect young people while 

fostering a positive sporting 

culture. 

Mainland Football chief 

executive Martin Field-Dodgson 

supports the campaign. He 

said serious instances of poor 

behaviour from spectators are 

not frequent but do occur. 

“There’s more than 90% 

of people who are doing the 

right thing every week but 

there’s always instances of 

unacceptable behaviour. I 

probably get a couple serious 

complaints or discipline needed 

for sideline behaviour every 

year but that’s only what gets 

officially reported.” 

The initiative is also 

about encouraging more 

positive support, rather 

Hamish Kerr and Sport Canterbury 

sport development lead Serena 

Somlyai are supporting the expansion 

of the Keep It Positive campaign. 

than just discouraging poor 

behaviour, said Field-Dodgson. 

“Most families have got kids 

where one’s playing this or 

another sport, and another kid’s 

playing this or that. Irrespective 

of wherever people go, we 

want them to have wicked 

experiences. So if a range 

of sports are involved, that 

increases the chances of getting 

that message out there.” 

Sport Canterbury was unable 

to provide data about poor 

sideline behaviour. 

Said Sport Canterbury’s 

sport development lead Serena 

Somlyai: “There is no one event 

or incident locally that has led 

to us launching the initiative, 

we are just pro-actively putting 

out the messaging, rather than 

waiting for a crisis to have to 

respond to.” 

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SPORT 

Growing opportunities for students, 

Pip Deans has a long golfing 

history in Selwyn and is 

now helping shape future 

sportspeople at Darfield High 

School. Sam Coughlan caught 

up with her 

How long have you been at Darfield 

High for now? 

“Five-and-a-half year. When I 

came in it was a blank canvas – 

they had always had a teacher 

who was doing (organising 

sports) as an add-on, and 

they decided they wanted a 

standalone sports co-ordinator. 

“I was employed initially 

part-time, but then went on to 

be basically full-time for sports 

co-ordinating. 

“My role changed a little bit 

about two years ago, so I'm 

now development manager of 

Darfield High, but I oversee 

the sport and I have two other 

part-time staff in the sports 

department below me.” 

 

How many sports does the school 

offer? 

“We’re up to over 30 sports 

a year that we offer, it’s very 

varied. Rowing is new, we do 

dragon boating, there’s a lot 

of other ones that have been 

left off and then come back 

again, so it fluctuates from 

Darfield High School sports co-ordinator Pip Deans favourite part of the job is seeing 

how enthusiastic the kids get about playing sport. PHOTO: SAM COUGHLAN 

year-to-year, depending on what 

the students want to do. 

“Basketball is one of our 

biggest ones over the winter 

months, and volleyball is also 

another big one, especially in 

the summertime.” 

Tell me about rowing – Selwyn Rowing 

(of Darfield High, Ellesmere College, 

Rolleston College and Lincoln High) is 

in its second year competing now? 

“Our aim this year is to get 

some rowers into the Maadi Cup, 

because with Selwyn Rowing, we 

Deans has overseen the growth of 

schools rowing in Selwyn, with the 

district’s four high schools combining 

for the last two seasons. 

have teams from all the schools 

competing in regional events, but 

as soon as we get to the school 

events like the South Island 

secondary schools and Maadi 

Cup, then we have to split up.” 

 

How have the kids found it so far? 

“The kids love it, and there's a 

new lot that have come through, 

and they’re competing well. They 

got into a couple of A finals at the 

(Canterbury champs) and quite 

a few B finals. Some of them are 

only in year 10 so they have got a 

couple of years left to go, which is 

awesome.” 

 

Outside of work, are you a very sporty 

person? 

“Yes I am, I used to play a lot of 

golf, but I've had knee problems 

so I’m more of a support person. 

“My parents were involved 

with the Hororata Golf Club 

and I was awarded a life 

membership last year. I was 

on the executive committee at 

Canterbury Golf for eight years 

and was one of the people who 

initiated the Selwyn Futures 

Hub, and coached regularly for 

that.” 

 

Tell me a bit about the Selwyn Futures 

Hub, what is that all about? 

“It’s a group of seven clubs, 

designed for under 18s who 

wanted to play golf, because we 

need the next generation coming 

through to play. 

“We did a membership so 

these kids could go and play on 

courses (in Selwyn) for around 

$130 (now $150) a year, and 

then Kevin Hughes, who’s a 

professional, and I, would go 

around and do coaching every 

weekend at these courses.” 

 

How is it going now? 

“It’s just taken off. There’s a 

North Canterbury Hub as well, 

and when I left (in 2021), there 

was probably 130 members, and 

now I think there’s two or three 

hundred.” 

 

Were you a player yourself? 

“Yes, I won the senior women’s 

championships (at Hororata) a 

few times (her best handicap 

was 5.5), represented the club 

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one sport at a time 

many times and played in a 

combined Pollock Cup team, and 

for Central Canterbury. 

“I haven’t played a lot of 

competition golf in the past 

five to 10 years and left the 

Canterbury Golf committee in 

2021 due to work commitments 

and injury.” 

 

What is special to you about working 

at Darfield High? 

“Just working with the 

kids and seeing them enjoy 

themselves. 

“They’re very enthusiastic 

and they love their sport, some 

students only come to school for 

sport, so we have an amazing 

relationship with them because 

we’re not teachers, we’re seen as 

quite different. 

“In the Koru Games last year, 

we had 270 kids, nearly all of 

our year 7 and 8s, and some 

of them aren’t sporty but they 

just enjoy getting out there and 

making new friends.” 

 

You mentioned rowing as one of the 

big new sports, how much has that 

grown? 

“We’ve got around 25 rowers, 

which is a good number for us, 

obviously trying to all come 

together and do it after school. 

“We hope to increase it now 

that we’ve got more boats, 

because our issue was we did’'t 

Darfield High School has a strong cohort of adventure racers – here Kyan Vercoe, 

Andrew Maultsaid and Jack Molloy complete last year’s Coast to Coast. 

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have the boats to put the kids in. 

“Now we’ve increased our 

assets, which is awesome, and 

has also allowed us now to do 

adult rowing at night time, just 

have-a-go sessions, and next 

year we will be increasing our 

numbers.” 

 

How much can it continue to grow? 

“I think it has the potential to 

at least get another 50% next 

year and then just keep building 

on, as the results come through. 

“If we start getting some wins, 

people will get enthusiastic and 

that will encourage them to 

want to be part of it too.” 

What other sports have grown in 

popularity at the school? 

“We’ve got about 80 kids 

consistently doing adventure 

racing. We do the big Kaikoura 

adventure race they do up there, 

and we had 60 last year to do 

that. 

“It’s really great, the students 

just really enjoy it, and we live 

in a perfect spot to do all of that, 

and we have very good parental 

support as well.” 

Derby decider for 

T20 competition 

SAM COUGHLAN 

The premier country T20 final 

in two weeks will double as a 

Selwyn derby, with Weedons and 

Darfield set to lock horns. 

The teams, also tied at the top 

of the one-day table after wins 

on Saturday, reached the final by 

beating northern pool qualifiers 

Kaiapoi and Sefton respectively 

in their semi-finals on Friday. 

Three-time defending T20 

champions Weedons’ 62-run win 

was led by wicketkeeper Andrew 

Taylor, who scored 99 not out 

from just 52 balls at No. 4, backed 

up by Sam Chamberlain’s 25. 

In reply, Kaiapoi were limited 

to 105 for nine in their 20 overs. 

Darfield chased down Sefton’s 

131 for nine with 10 balls to 

spare, with Raash Mukherjee 

hitting a boundary with the 

scores tied to seal the win. Ryan 

Hughes had earlier taken three 

wickets for Darfield. 

This weekend, Weedons and 

Darfield will look to consolidate 

their positions at the top of the 

one-day table, both on 42 points 

from 12 games, with five rounds 

remaining before the semi-finals. 

Weedons host defending oneday 

champions Ohoka, who are 

fourth, with a game in hand, 

Weedons wicketkeeper Andrew Taylor 

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while Darfield play Sefton at 

home. 

Fifth-place Peninsula-Harbour 

travel to Kaiapoi, and Cheviot 

host Pleasant Point. All games 

start at 12.30pm. 

Both Weedons and Darfield 

backed up Friday’s T20 wins 

with victories in the one-dayers, 

overcoming Pleasant Point and 

Cheviot respectively. 

For Weedons, skipper Liam 

Robinson top-scored with 46, 

while left-arm spinner Tobias 

Delahunty took three for 47. 

Darfield’s Micah Walther 

took four wickets, with Gideon 

Welford contributing 41 runs. 

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What’s On 

in Selwyn 

Storytimes 

Tomorrow 10-10.30am 

Lincoln Library 

Enjoy the magic of stories, 

activities and songs with our 

preschool storytime sessions. 

Share the joy of reading and 

make new friends. Aimed at 3-5 

years. Free, drop-in. 

English Learners 

Tomorrow 1.30-2.30pm 

Te Ara Ātea 

Practice everyday English in a 

relaxed and welcoming space. 

Each session explores a different 

topic, with conversations and 

activities shaped by the group’s 

interests. It is a great way to 

build confidence and connect 

with others. All English learners 

welcome. Suitable for ages 16+ 

years. 

Digi Hour 

Tomorrow 3.30-4.30pm 

Leeston Library 

Do you have a passion for 

technology and creativity? 

Then we invite you to join our 

afterschool Digi Hour. Each week, 

we will delve into our library 

devices exploring various apps, 

including digital drawing and 

creating captivating mini-movies 

with stop-motion animation and 

more. Aimed at 8+ years. Free. 

Drop-in. Runs throughout school 

term weeks. 

Lego Advanced 

Saturday 10.30-11.30am 

Te Ara Ātea 

These sessions are perfect for 

those who love a challenge, and 

will make regular use of our 

Lego Education Spike, Prime 

and BricQ Motion sets. Suitable 

for ages 9+. Children under 

eight must be accompanied 

by an adult. Free. Bookings 

required: selwynlibraries.co.nz/ 

whats-on 

Lunchtime Acoustic Sets 

Sunday Noon-12.30pm 

Te Ara Ātea 

Come along for an acoustic 

lunchtime performance by 

Rolleston College students. 

Come along to celebrate the 

local talent we have here 

in Selwyn and support our 

emerging artists. All ages 

welcome. 

Age Concern drop-in 

Tuesday 9.30am-noon 

Darfield Library 

Have you got questions about 

home support, visiting services, 

social outings, courses, Total 

Mobility cards, and more? 

Age Concern Canterbury will 

hold drop-in sessions every 

two weeks in the Darfield 

Library. Come along to chat, ask 

questions, and find out what 

support is available. 

Kite Day 

Saturday 11am-3pm at Foster Park 

Gather your family and enjoy a fun-filled day outdoors with colourful inflatable show kites. Bring your own kite 

or try making a sustainable one with Lincoln Envirotown. Pack a picnic or get something delicious to eat from 

one of the local food trucks available on-site. Come celebrate the joy of flying – it’s fun for all ages. 

Rhymetimes 

Tuesday 10-10.30am 

Darfield and Lincoln Libraries 

Giggle and wriggle with stories, 

songs, rhymes and bubbles. 

These rhymetime sessions are 

designed to assist with early 

language development while 

having a great time. Aimed at 1-3 

years. Free drop in. 

Device Drop-In: Tech Help 

Tuesday 11am-1pm 

Te Ara Ātea 

These informal support sessions 

can help you familiarise yourself 

with your digital device. Whether 

it’s a tablet or mobile phone, we 

can help you with the basics. 

Free, drop-in. 

Virtual Reality 

Wednesday 3.30-4.30pm 

Leeston Library 

Join a session to test out our 

VR headsets. Kayak with the 

penguins in Antarctica, fly to 

the International Space Station 

and experience zero-gravity, 

complete our Beat Saber 

challenge, or even tour Anne 

Frank’s house. Runs during 

school term weeks. Suitable for 

ages 13+. Free. Drop-in. 

West Melton Garden Club 

Flower Show 

February 28, 10am-3pm 

West Melton Community Centre 

Entries are being sought for 

West Melton Garden Club’s 

flower show to celebrate its 

40th anniversary. The show 

open to everyone to show 

off their top blooms, fruit, 

vegetables, baking, preserves, 

photography, children’s A4 

botanical posters and decorated 

sand saucers. There is also a 

bloke's section of ‘pick and 

plonk and pancakes’. There will 

be a decorative section for floral 

art and arrangements of weeds 

– something for everyone to 

participate in. Entries close at 

8pm on February 24. For more 

information email: westmelton_ 

gardenclub@outlook.com, or 

entry forms will be available 

from the West Melton 

Community Centre. 

The Giving 

Garden Festival 

Selwyn Central Community Care is a local 

volunteer organisation that serves the local 

Rolleston, Weedons, Burnham and West 

Melton communities by providing transport 

to medical appointments. We have been 

operating since the 1990’s so not new kids 

on the block. 

All our volunteers are police vetted. We 

travel to Christchurch and Burwood Hospitals 

and anywhere that is needed as appointments 

are wide and varied these days. Many of 

our clients are on a pension and are unable 

to drive anymore. Our volunteer drivers 

pick clients up from their homes and on 

the way home we can stop at the pharmacy 

if required. 

can assist people to stay in their own homes 

as long as possible it is good for all. We also 

have a community van that takes people for 

social outings, morning tea, lunch and day 

adventures. Social isolation is a real thing and 

this is a great way to connect with others in 

the local community. 

We operate on a donation basis as our 

drivers are volunteers and use their own 

vehicles, we do re-imburse them for their 

fuel costs. Last year our volunteers clocked 

up over 41,000km and served the community 

at least 2,412 hours. There is a massive 

demand on the public health system so if we 

As you can imagine it takes a lot of money 

to keep the wheels turning, hence the reason 

for the Giving Garden Festival, this will be 

our first major fundraiser at the prestigious 

Broadfield Garden so generously offered by 

the creator of the gardens, who will also be 

offering personalised garden tours. 

Over 60 market stalls will be on site. 

This is an event to be enjoyed by the whole 

family, there will be other local 

community organisations represented, 

Rolleston Brass Band will be putting on a 

show, and a fantastic classic car display. 

Please check out our website 

www.selwynccc.co.nz.


FEATURE 

RURAL LIFE 

National Lamb Day: Raise a chop! 

ISABELLE TERESA 

National Lamb Day is back, with 

events centred in the week leading up to 

Sunday 15 February. If you’re anywhere 

near a radio, restaurant or social media, 

you’ll probably already know – this day 

just gets bigger and bigger each year. 

Official events include big celebrations 

at Southern Fieldays, and the lamb BBQ 

at Parliament hosted by Minister of 

Agriculture Todd McClay, where Prime 

Minister Luxon famously wore the 

official tshirt over his suit last year, to 

international mockery. 

But it’s the nationwide grassroots 

activity that brings this day alive. 

Last year, 1145 people held Lamb Day 

barbecues, registered them on the 

website, and posted pix with the hashtag 

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Your outfit is sorted with this year’s 

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Tune in to the radio while you’re 

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across the country, bring the hype with 

meat raffles, voucher giveaways, lamb 

recipe competitions, phone-ins from 

Lambassadors and more. 

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zoom call of lamb-munching strategists, 

rugby star Stacey Waaka cooking up 

cutlets at the beach with her younger 

self, and a light-hearted blend of 

National Lamb Day with Valentine’s Day. 

Restaurants and chefs – send in a 

photo and description of the chefcreated, 

grass-fed lamb dish you will be 

serving in February, to feature on the 

website’s Dining Guide. 

This is the third year now for this 

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the date in 1882 when the first 

shipment of our frozen lamb 

set off for the UK, on the SS 

Dunedin. Its journey proved 

that refrigerated meat could 

be safely exported over such 

a long distance and marked 

our debut onto the world 

stage of international trade. 

New Zealand had previously 

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FEATURE Selwyn Times, February 4, 2026 | 23 

RURAL LIFE 

Line dancing: from rural US to modern NZ 

ISABELLE TERESA 

Where it all began 

The words “line dancing” might 

conjure images of the Wild West, but 

its origins and current expressions are 

further flung. 

Line dancing developed in rural 

America from the intermingling of 

European immigrant dance traditions. In 

the Midwest, Bohemian settlers brought 

polka-style steps. In rural Appalachia, 

English, Irish and Scottish step dancing 

and jigs blended into what became 

known as clogging. In New England, the 

English and French traditions of contra 

dancing introduced long lines of couples. 

Square dancing established the “caller” 

– the person who calls out the moves 

during the song. 

Rural communities enjoyed their local 

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of all ages, simple to pick up and do, 

and could be done almost anywhere, 

from barns and community halls to 

open fields. It wasn’t until the mass 

entertainment age that line dancing 

spread beyond its rural roots to become 

the phenomenon we know today. 

Timeline to mainstream 

The “Madison”, from 1957 rural Ohio, 

is credited as the first true line dance. 

Wildly popular for years, it went on 

to feature in the movie and musical 

Hairspray. Disco culture created the 

hedonistic “L.A. Hustle” in 1975. In 1980, 

John Travolta sizzled his way through 

the Urban Cowboy film, kicking off a 

massive line-dancing boom in bars 

and clubs, and firmly tying the style 

to country & western music. Then 

Billy Ray Cyrus’s “Achy Breaky Heart” 

sealed the deal in 1992, as a rare, global 

crossover between country and pop 

charts. The video featured line dancers 

with glamorous 90s hairstyles and shiny 

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Kiwi-style 

Kiwis initially imitated the American 

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the movement our own and it’s popular 

across the country. All forms of music are 

used, and clothing is often more casual 

and comfortable. What hasn’t changed 

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you don’t need a partner, and people of 

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quickly feel that they belong. 

Experience it in Selwyn! 

Local groups include Buckles n’ Boots 

in Rolleston, Springston Line Dancers, 

and the combined Darfield and Oxford 

groups known as The Alps Line Dancers. 

See Facebook or www.linedance.nz 

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GARDENING Selwyn Times, February 4, 2026 | 25 

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Onion seed sown this month 

will withstand the winter 

months, then mature into goodsized 

bulbs for harvesting next 

summer. Prepare soil with 

potash, lime and some garden 

compost, or a general garden 

fertiliser. Space cleared of early 

potatoes or peas is ideal for 

growing onions. 

Seed of cabbage (Earliball, 

Green Acre or mini-variety 

Space Saver), silverbeet and 

spinach (Winter Queen, Santana) 

can be sown for use in 

early winter through to spring. 

Late summer and early 

autumn sowing is important, as 

they will grow rapidly in good 

soil before the first frosts. Sowing 

after a show of rain is ideal. 

Make sure beds do not dry out. 

Second-crop potatoes, such as 

Maris Anchor, may be lifted now 

and a green manure crop sown. 

Green manuring involves growing 

suitable plants for about six 

months and then digging them 

in before they flower. Where 

a faster turnover is needed, 

mustard can be sown, as it will 

mature in three months. 

FLOWERS 

Delphiniums, Oriental poppies, 

Aubrieta, shasta daisies, 

lupins, pyrethrums, leopard’s 

bane (Doronicum) and other 

early-flowering herbaceous 

plants should be trimmed now. 

Doing it immediately after 

flowering will encourage some 

plants, particularly delphiniums, 

to flower again in a few 

weeks. 

Roses, dahlias and sweet 

peas can also be encouraged 

to flower longer by removing 

faded blooms. 

Dahlias benefit from liquid 

manure as well as conventional 

watering. This was once made 

with human urine, the contents 

of the chamber pot diluted and 

tipped on to the garden. 

This product was considered 

particularly beneficial 

Onion seed sown this month will withstand the winter months, then mature into 

good-sized bulbs for harvesting next summer. 

for polyanthus. More usually 

these days, horse, cow, sheep or 

poultry manure is used. A third 

of a 10-litre bucket of manure 

topped up with water is fermented 

for two or three weeks, 

then diluted to the colour of 

pale tea and watered on to the 

ground around the plants. 

Green material can also be 

used. Comfrey makes the best 

green mix, as it is high in nitrogen 

and potash, but any green 

weeds and lawn clippings can 

be used. This is also a good way 

to destroy convolvulus, docks, 

dandelions and other perennial 

weeds that do not rot readily in 

the compost bin. 

FRUIT 

Strawberries may still be 

layered, choosing the first new 

plant on each runner and cutting 

off the rest. 

Placing compost around the 

runners will help roots develop. 

Transfer the new plants to their 

permanent places in about 

three weeks. 

Dig out and dispose of all 

strawberry plants that have 

borne fruit for two or more 

years. Because they can carry 

disease, do not put strawberry 

plants in the compost bin. 

For younger strawberry 

plants, trim off old leaves, clear 

away any weeds and give them 

a mulch of garden compost 

mixed with blood and bone and 

superphosphate. That prepares 

them for autumn growth. 

Cut out old raspberry stems 

(canes) that have fruited. Stake 

or wire young canes, removing 

any weak, spindly or misshapen 

ones. Six to nine canes a plant is 

reasonable to supply next summer’s 

crop. 

A mulch of straw, grass clippings 

or compost at this time 

helps retain soil moisture and 

provides humus. Apply on 

ground already well saturated. 

Because they fruit next year 

on growth made this season, 

blackcurrants can have all old 

wood removed once fruiting has 

finished. Prunings can be used 

to propagate new plants. As an 

alternative to growing in garden 

beds, currants (black, red and 

white) can be grown on a fence 

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Tomatoes grown in a glasshouse 

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Pinch out laterals (young 

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tomato plants have plenty of 

ventilation and reduce watering 

when fruits stop swelling and 

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Delphiniums should be trimmed now. 

Doing it immediately after flowering 

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Auction: 

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View Online: harcourts.net/L38989388 

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New Listing/Open Home 


DEADLINE SALE 

4 School Road, Tai Tapu 

4A2B2L1D2J 

DEADLINE SALE 

5/1453 Christchurch Akaroa Road, Tai Tapu 

3A1B 

• Spacious family home 

• 4 Bedroom plus study 

• Master with WIR and large 

tiled ensuite with spa bath 

• Oversized garage, established 

fruit trees, solar panels and 

more 

• Motivated vendors - this 

property is seriously for sale! 

Deadline Sale 

4pm, Tuesday 17th 

February 2026 (unless sold 

prior) 

View 

Thursday 12.00 - 12.30pm 

Sunday 2.00 - 2.30pm 

Fiona Shearing 

021 229 6009 

fiona.shearing@raywhite.com 

Annette Warner 

027 716 5695 

annette.warner@raywhite.com 

• Lifestyle opportunity 4.01ha 

• Main dwelling - 3 Bedroom 

cottage 

• Outbuildings: 2 cottages+ 

shed 

• Bore and Oasis water 

treatment system 

• Great opportunity to create 

your country dream! 

Deadline Sale 

1pm Tuesday 17th 


prior) 

View 


Sunday 3.00 - 3.30pm 

Fiona Shearing 

021 229 6009 

fiona.shearing@raywhite.com 

Annette Warner 

027 716 5695 

annette.warner@raywhite.com 

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DEADLINE SALE 

65 Bethany Road, Rolleston 

4A2B1L1D2J 

FOR SALE 

53 Stonebrook Drive, Rolleston 

4A2B2L2+H2J 

• 2016 build, 221m2 home on 

a 679m2 section 

• 4 double bedrooms, 1 

bedroom with external access 

• Large open plan living area, 

with seperate room off the 

kitchen area 

• Double garage with carpeted 

garage and internal access 

Deadline Sale 



prior) 

View 

Sunday 1.30 - 2.00pm 

Leisa Webster 

027 722 5537 

leisa.webster@raywhite.com 

• Expansive open plan living 

with feature ceiling 

• Separate lounge with log 

burner and timber feature wall 

• 4 good size bedrooms, the 

master with ensuite & WIR 

• Drive thru double garage with 

insulated garage doors 

• 571m2 fully fenced section 

For Sale 

By Negotiation 

View 

Saturday 12.15 - 12.45pm 

Amanda Cherry 

027 340 6955 

amanda.cherry@raywhite.com 

'Big Red' Shefford 

027 224 4733 

brendan.shefford@raywhite.com 

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DEADLINE SALE 

152 Ed Hillary Drive, Rolleston 

4A2B1L2J 

FOR SALE 

45 Chartreuse Way, Rolleston 

4A1K2B1L2J 

• Brand-new 182sqm residence 

• Open-plan living & dining area 

• Designer kitchen, complete 

with stone benchtops 

• Two expansive Kwila decks - 

front & rear 

• Set on a fully landscaped 

section overlooking a reserve 

Deadline Sale 

2pm Monday 16th 


prior) 

View 

Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am 

Sunday 10.00 - 10.30am 


027 224 4733 


• Stunning street appeal with 

contemporary exterior 

• Kitchen has Bosch appliances 

& engineered stone worktops 

• Four double bedrooms, 

master with WIR & ensuite 

• Double garage is carpeted 

• Rib-raft foundation, keypad 

entry, heat pump & more! 

For Sale 

Offers Over $775,000 

View 


Sunday 1.30 - 2.00pm 

Emma Langton-George 

027 555 0568 

emma.langton-george@raywhite.com 

Dwayne Bloomfield 

021 163 9874 

dwayne.bloomfield@raywhite.com 







DEADLINE SALE 

29 Upham Lane, Rolleston 

3A2B1L1J 

DEADLINE SALE 

28 Perthshire Crescent, Lincoln 

4A2B2L3J 

• Open-plan kitchen flowing 

into dining and living areas 

• Three well-sized bedrooms, 

including a master with walkin 

wardrobe and ensuite 

• Single internal-access garage 

with built-in laundry area 

• Heat pump, fully insulated & 

double glazed 

Deadline Sale 



prior) 

View 


Sunday 10.45 - 11.15am 

Nicola van Keulen 

027 609 4101 

nicola.vankeulen@raywhite.com 

'Bi Red' Shefford 

027 224 4733 


• Sub-dividable potential 

• 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms 

with excellent separation from 

the 2 living areas. 

• Carpeted 3-car garaging with 

convenient drive-through 

access. 

• Established grounds 

• Prime location 

Deadline Sale 

4pm Wednesday 18th 


prior) 

View 

Refer online for open home 

times 

Paul Dodds 

021 210 5559 

paul.dodds@raywhite.com 





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DEADLINE SALE 

85 Zabeel Street, Lincoln 

4A2B2L2J 

DEADLINE SALE 

25 Crown Close, Prebbleton 

3A2B2L1D2J 

• Beautifully presented home in 

Flemington subdivision 

• Contemporary kitchen boasts 

walk-in pantry & gas cooktop 

• Open plan living enjoys easy 

flow to covered alfresco area 

• Seperate lounge & study nook 

• Set on 629m2 close to 

walkways, schools & shops 

Deadline Sale 



prior) 

View 


Sunday 12.00 - 12.30pm 


021 163 9874 



027 555 0568 


• Immaculately presented 

233m² family in Sterling Park 

• Expansive open-plan living 

with over-height stud 

• Sleek kitchen with stone 

benchtops, gas hobs & WIP 

• Large separate formal lounge 

• Oversized, insulated & 

carpeted double garage 

Deadline Sale 



prior) 

View 


Sunday 12.15 - 12.45pm 


027 555 0568 



021 163 9874 







Open Home 

DEADLINE SALE 

4/1299 Courtenay Road, Kirwee 

• 181sqm home on 1237 of 

land 

• Comfort and luxury inside 

• Outdoor haven 

• Private back section 

• Fully fenced 

Deadline Sale 

4pm Wednesday 11th 


prior) 

View 

Sunday 2.00 - 2.30pm 

3A2B1L1D2I2H2J 

Arno Bekker 

027 468 3049 

arno.bekker@raywhite.com 

FOR SALE 

22 Othello Drive, Rolleston 

• 253m2 home on 842m2 

section 

• BBQ area + spa 

• Upgrades throughout for easy, 

move-in ready living 

• Upsized family living in central 

Rolleston! 

For Sale 

$935,000 

View 

Sunday 2.00 - 2.30pm 

5A2B2L2J 

Caine Hopcroft 

027 330 1002 

caine.hopcroft@raywhite.com 

Holly Partridge 

027 777 1270 

holly.partridge@raywhite.com 

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/WMN30283 




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Open Home 

FOR SALE 

32 Hollows Lane, Rolleston 

3A2B2L2J 

FOR SALE 

7 Cowley Lane, Rolleston 

3A2B1L1J 

• 3 bedrooms (master with 

ensuite and WIR) 

• 2 living areas providing 

flexibility for family living 

• Modern kitchen with quality 

appliances & open-plan flow 

• Double internal-access garage 

plus off-street parking 

For Sale 

$720,000 

View 

By appointment 

Holly Partridge 

027 777 1270 

holly.partridge@raywhite.com 

Caine Hopcroft 

027 330 1002 

caine.hopcroft@raywhite.com 

• Completed in 2023 by Green 

Homes 

• Modern kitchen with 

engineered stone benchtops 

• Master bedroom with ensuite 

and sliding door to patio 

• Double glazed with argon gas 

and thermally broken 

aluminium joinery 

For Sale 

By Negotiation 

View 


Nicola van Keulen 

027 609 4101 

nicola.vankeulen@raywhite.com 


027 224 4733 






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MOTIVATED VENDOR 

Darfield 42 Cooney Avenue 

Vendors overseas - must be sold 

The vendors have relocated to Australia, and this exceptional residence must be sold. Taken to auction with 

urgency, this is a rare opportunity to secure a home of outstanding quality. All premium appliances, select 

furnishings, and exotic indoor plants are available for negotiation, providing a seamless transition into luxurious 

living. At the heart of the home is a bespoke Mastercraft kitchen with Bosch appliances, heritage-industrial detailing, 

and a custom walk-in pantry. The light-filled open-plan living and dining areas flow to an expansive 80sqm wraparound 

Kwila deck via tri-panel sliding doors. Accommodation includes a master suite which is a true sanctuary with 

an ensuite, walk-in robe, and private outdoor access, plus two further bedrooms with double wardrobes including 

built-in cabinetry. With vendors overseas and auction day set, the window to secure this property is limited. 

bayleys.co.nz/5529464 

3 1 2 2 

Auction (unless sold prior) 10am, Sat 21 Feb 2026 

3 Deans Avenue, Chch 

Phone for viewing times 

Jo McIntosh 027 384 4279 

jo.mcintosh@bayleys.co.nz 

Millie Adams 027 556 5600 

millie.adams@bayleys.co.nz 


NEW LISTING 

Darfield 8 Walford Way 

Lifestyle excellence, serious sale 

This premium lifestyle property presents an exceptional opportunity to secure space, style and sophistication on a 

generous 5,358sqm (more or less) fully fenced section. Striking from the outset, the four-bedroom, three-bathroom 

residence showcases a welcoming entranceway flowing to the light-filled living domain, where a vaulted ceiling 

enhances the sense of space. The kitchen anchors the open-plan living zone, complete with modern appliances, a 

Butler's pantry and breakfast bar, while a separate lounge and dedicated study provide flexibility. The master suite 

features a walk-through robe and luxurious tiled ensuite, while three further double bedrooms are supported by an 

additional ensuite, family bathroom and the convenience of four toilets. Multiple deck areas cater effortlessly to 

entertaining and 18 solar panels contribute to energy efficiency. Act now and be ready to bid on Auction Day. 


4 2 3 2 









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10 

NEW LISTING 

Darfield 14 Kersey Avenue 

A touch of class 

This exquisite 240sqm (more or less) home offers exceptional living with modern design and quality craftsmanship. 

Set within a friendly community, this home places you just a short distance from township amenities. This fabulous 

home has three north-facing double bedrooms. The dual bathrooms have tiled showers and quality fittings and 

fixtures. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered from oversized doors to remote controlled blinds and wellappointed 

Butler's pantry to complement the sleek open plan kitchen. Expansive dining, north-facing living and a 

study nook. Stay cosy with a wood burner and heat pump. Set on a 1,582sqm (more or less) fully fenced section with 

off-street parking, electric gate entry, security cameras, landscaping and private patios. Internal access double 

garage, concrete driveway, separate 2-bay pole shed with power, caravan plug and automatic doors. 


3 1 2 4 









SOLD 

Boundary lines are indicative only 



Kennedys Bush 137C Old Tai Tapu Road 

Blue chip bare land lifestyle 

Please note - this property address is now 137B Old Tai Tapu Road. 

Elevated with spectacular views. 

First time to the market and the only available 4ha block in the superior Rossendale subdivision. Stunning northwest 

views across the Lansdowne Valley floor, the Canterbury plains and Port Hills. Sealed driveway off the 

prestigious Old Tai Tapu Road. Three-phase power, county water and fibre to the boundary. Title has been issued, 

and possession date is flexible. 

4.0007 ha 

Price by Negotiation 

Chris Flanagan 027 433 4657 

chris.flanagan@bayleys.co.nz 



bayleys.co.nz

11 

NEW LISTING 


Leeston 22 Friars Lane 

The ultimate family retreat 

Quietly positioned at the end of a sought-after cul-de-sac, this exceptional family home delivers space, privacy and 

lifestyle on a scale rarely found so close to town. Set on a generous 5,211sqm (approx.) section, the modern 377sqm 

(approx.) residence has been lovingly enjoyed by the current vendors for the past seven years and is now offered 

for sale as they relocate. Designed for families who want room to move, the heart of the home is the expansive openplan 

kitchen, living and dining area - a welcoming space perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. 

Large sliding doors create seamless indoor-outdoor flow to the sunny deck and expansive lawn beyond. The 

kitchen is a true standout, featuring a substantial stone island bench with breakfast bar, abundant storage, stone 

benches and a walk-in pantry. 

6 2 3 2 



Suzy McPherson 027 695 0519 

suzy.mcpherson@bayleys.co.nz 



NEW LISTING 

Little River 306 Reynolds Valley Road 

Peace, seclusion and tranquility 

Passing through the gates, it’s immediately clear this property is designed to impress. Set on park-like grounds, the 

home sits gracefully on the hillside with double garaging below and a single-level layout above, perfectly positioned 

for all-day sun and sweeping Lake Forsyth views. The open-plan living area features West Coast timber flooring and 

frames the outlook beautifully. Two double bedrooms and a single, all with built-in wardrobes, are arranged off a 

tiled mudroom with laundry discreetly tucked away. The bathroom is tastefully finished with minimalist design 

connecting seamlessly to the outdoors. Constructed of rough-sawn Macrocarpa with stonework, the home includes 

balconies to maximise vistas. Kowhai Cottage, sheds, former nursery infrastructure, walking tracks and mature 

native trees create a tranquil, private setting with lifestyle and income potential. 

5.5054 ha 3 1 

For Sale by Deadline Private Treaty 

(unless sold prior) 

12pm, Mon 23 Feb 2026 


View by appointment 

Peter Foley 021 754 737 



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NEW LISTING 

Oxford 3587 South Eyre Road 

Self-contained dairy asset 

Attention to detail, meticulous maintenance, and a disciplined programme of ongoing improvement underpin this 

high-quality, fully self-contained dairy asset. Supported by a proven location, the 408ha (more or less) property 

consistently delivers reliable production within a well-established system. The farm is consented to 1,250 cows and 

operates under an A-grade audit. Reliable water is supplied from both well water and WIL scheme water. Irrigation 

infrastructure is extensive, with approx. 301ha under pivot and a further 78ha under sprinkler and fixed grid, 

providing strong pasture and production consistency. Currently milking approx. 850 cows through a 50-bail rotary 

dairy equipped with Waikato milking plant. High-quality infrastructure includes the complete redevelopment of the 

Montana block within the past 12 months, complemented by quality housing for staff and families. 


408.0153 ha 

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 

12pm, Thu 26 Feb 2026 


Ben Turner 027 530 1400 

ben.turner@bayleys.co.nz 

Craig Blackburn 027 489 7225 

craig.blackburn@bayleys.co.nz 


NEW LISTING 

Port Levy 1467 Western Valley Road 

Nurture the natives 

Tucked into the peaceful landscape of Port Levy on the Banks Peninsula, this untouched native bush property offers 

a genuine connection to the natural environment. This untouched property includes a 4.38ha (more or less) 

provides privacy, solitude and a chance of a peaceful retreat or a family getaway. A metaled road provides reliable 

year-round access, while an all-year stream enhances birdlife and tranquility. The land is well established in 

regenerating native bush and mature trees, including a remarkable stand of Miro — the only area on the Peninsula 

with substantial natural regeneration. Managed with minimal maintenance, the environment continues to thrive, 

making this quiet and scenic property ideal for conservation-minded groups or a complementary nursery, 

horticultural venture or a weekend camping escape. 


4.38 ha 

For Sale by Deadline Private Treaty 

(unless sold prior) 

12pm, Mon 2 Mar 2026 



Peter Foley 021 754 737 

peter.foley@bayleys.co.nz 


bayleys.co.nz

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NEW LISTING 


Prebbleton 8/82 Blakes Road 

Outstanding 1.69-hectare private oasis 

Immaculate in every respect, this 1.69-hectare lifestyle is close to Prebbleton township. The cherry tree lined 

driveway leads to an impressive home offering contemporary comfort within landscaped grounds. Living area 

options include an open-plan living room, dining area, and a games room with built-in bar. The sleek kitchen with 

scullery has patio-facing windows allowing entertaining to effortlessly extend outdoors. The expansive patio is 

framed by landscaped grounds. An office and internal-access triple garaging are matched by comprehensive 

comfort, including radiators in each bedroom, and hydronic underfloor heating. Outdoor features include a 

paddock, an additional garage with workshop, a permanent container with lean-to, vegetable gardens and a wide 

variety of fruiting trees. Call us today for more information. 


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Nathan Collett 027 826 1535 

nathan.collett@bayleys.co.nz 

Chris Jones 027 220 5043 

chris.jones@bayleys.co.nz 


Prebbleton 13 Dollar Place 

A masterclass in modern living and design 

Delivering wow-factor living with timeless appeal, this 2019-built Prebbleton home combines superior design, 

premium finishes, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Flooded with natural light, it offers four generous bedrooms, a 

stunning kitchen with twin ovens and a scullery, and multiple living areas for family life and entertaining. 

Set on a north-facing section with private landscaped gardens, timber decks, and sheltered patios, it also includes a 

double garage with attic storage, off-street parking, and a garden shed. 

The current owner has loved her time here but is committed to her future plans, making this a rare opportunity to 

secure a home of exceptional quality in one of Prebbleton’s most desirable locations. 

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Melanie Webb 027 635 2643 

melanie.webb@bayleys.co.nz 



bayleys.co.nz

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Sheffield 48 Railway Terrace East 

Character-packed Kiwi classic 

Nestled in the rural village of Sheffield, this delightful 190sqm (more or less) family home has stunning period 

features with easy living. This beautifully presented three-bedroom home sits proudly on a 2,227sqm (more or less) 

corner section with private established gardens. For those seeking space, this home is a sanctuary that beckons. A 

covered entry porch leads into a welcoming hallway with a graceful ceiling arch. The open plan kitchen/dining area 

is the heart of the home, offering space for gatherings. The colonial style shines through with ceiling roses, a striking 

fire surround and large bay window that bathes the separate living room in natural light. The bedrooms are 

supported by a bathroom, two toilets and separate laundry. A wood burner, heat pump and coal range (wet back) 

ensure you will stay cosy. An office/study and single internal access garage with woodshed add convenience. 


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Tai Tapu Christchurch Akaroa Road 

Productive bare land grazing block 

This 55.8126ha (more or less) bare land property offers an opportunity to secure a productive grazing unit with a 

strong performance history and practical infrastructure. Located between Tai Tapu and Motukarara and less than 

30km from Christchurch, it is easily accessible. Currently used for grazing and finishing bulls, the property has 

wintered approximately 100 weaner bulls and 50 to 60 rising two-year-old bulls in recent seasons. The operation is 

supported by supplementary feed, with around 200 bales of silage produced annually. The land is subdivided into 

approximately 14 paddocks and features post and wire fencing, an all-weather central laneway, a two-bay 

implement shed, older dairy shed, cattle and sheep yards, on-site water supply, and established shelter. A well-setup 

grazing property suited to a range of systems. 


55.8126 ha 

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 

12pm, Tue 24 Feb 2026 


Ben Turner 027 530 1400 

ben.turner@bayleys.co.nz 

Evan Marshall 027 221 0910 

evan.marshall@bayleys.co.nz 


bayleys.co.nz

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West Melton 52 Bells Road 

Wonderful West Melton lifestyle 

Set across 5.14 hectares, this lifestyle property takes an architectural approach to both scale and detail. Positioned 

for privacy behind an electric entry, the home presents with immediate presence, its form, finish and feature 

swimming pool setting the tone for what lies ahead. Constructed in the 1970s, the architecture reflects its era 

through proportion and form, offset by contemporary, clean-lined updates and refurbishments that carry the 

design forward. Comfort is considered and consistent, with double glazing, three heat pumps, a log burner and a 

DVS system. Beyond the home, the property operates with ease, with an irrigation consent, private water supply, 

seven paddocks and a large three-bay barn delivering genuine rural capability. Situated only minutes from West 

Melton’s schooling, services and village amenities, and an easy drive to Christchurch Airport and city. 


5.1 ha 4 2 4 




Chris Jones 027 220 5043 

chris.jones@bayleys.co.nz 

Sam Sidey 027 346 3500 

sam.sidey@bayleys.co.nz 


RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL 

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locale. Situated in a friendly neighbourhood, the home 

is in close proximity to essential amenities and wellregarded 

schools. Spacious, practical and stylish openplan 

kitchen and living area that serves as the heart of 

the home. Immaculate grounds, with irrigation, and all 

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M 027 249 5417 

E min.cookson@pggwrightson.co.nz 

Dan van der Salm 

M 021 918 233 

E dan.vandersalm@pggwrightson.co.nz 

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Springston 434 Collins Road 

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Selling at auction - act now 

With only two weeks to present, this substantial 13.046-hectare (approx.) lifestyle property in the heart of Springston 

represents a rare chance to secure space, privacy and versatility in a highly convenient rural setting. Just minutes from 

Lincoln township and Lincoln University, the property blends the appeal of country living with everyday ease. The 

generously proportioned home has been designed with flexible living in mind, offering expansive open-plan kitchen, 

dining and living areas alongside a large separate lounge, both enhanced by cosy Wood-burners. A versatile 

additional living space, along with a dedicated office or library, offers excellent flexibility for entertaining, working 

from home or hosting extended family. Four-bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned across two separate wings, 

including two oversized, fully tiled ensuites, creating excellent separation and privacy. All bathrooms are fully tiled, and 

multiple living spaces allow the home to adapt effortlessly to changing family needs or guest accommodation. The 

well-appointed kitchen features an induction cooktop, additional gas hob and a supersized butler's pantry with 

extensive storage and extra cooking facilities. North-facing outdoor living is seamlessly accessed via bi-fold doors, 

creating an inviting space to relax or entertain while enjoying the established grounds and views across to the Port 

Hills. 

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Auction 1.00pm, Thu 12th Feb, 2026, (unless sold prior), 

Russley Golf Club and Function Centre, 428 Memorial 

Avenue, Burnside 

View Sat 7 Feb 12.00 - 1.00pm 

Sun 8 Feb 3.00 - 4.00pm 

Web pb.co.nz/ROL222387 

Jeanneane Rae 

M 029 0431 1703 

E jeanneane.rae@pb.co.nz 

Heather Maguire 

M 027 416 2200 

E heather.maguire@pb.co.nz 

Proud to be here

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Rolleston 150 Levi Road 

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Multiple living areas on a generous section 

Set on just over a quarter acre 1.034m2 (approx) and within easy walking distance of Rolleston Central, this substantial 

265m2 home offers the space, flexibility, and land size that's becoming increasingly hard to find. The open-plan kitchen and 

dining area sits at the heart of the home and is supported by two separate living spaces, including a dedicated media room 

with surround sound. A separate home office adds further versatility, creating a layout that works effortlessly for busy 

households - space to come together, and space to retreat when needed. Four well-proportioned bedrooms are thoughtfully 

positioned, with the master enjoying a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. The remaining bedrooms are serviced by a family 

bathroom complete with spa bath & separate toilet while a spacious, practical laundry and excellent storage throughout keep 

everyday living running smoothly. Comfort is well covered with double glazing, a heat pump, and an HRV system, 

complemented by solar hot water for added efficiency. Outside, the fully fenced section is ideal for kids or pets, with 

established low-maintenance gardens with built-in irrigation. 

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Auction 1.00pm, Thu 12th Feb, 2026, (unless sold prior), Russley 

Golf Club and Function Centre, 428 Memorial Avenue, Burnside 

View Thu 5 Feb 5.30 - 6.00pm 

Sun 8 Feb 12.45 - 1.15pm 

Web pb.co.nz/ROU208019 

Justin Le Lievre 

M 022 628 1306 

Jeanneane Rae 

M 029 0431 1703 

E justinl@pb.co.nz 

E jeanneane.rae@pb.co.nz 

Rolleston 17b Manor Drive 

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A home where life levels up and memories are made 

Welcome to a home that simply feels right. Designed for connection and ultimate flexibility, this property delivers next-level 

multi-generational living on a massive 1187m2 (approx) section. The 251m2 main residence is a sun-drenched masterpiece. 

At its heart is a designer kitchen with a skylight, integrated premium appliances, and a walk-in pantry. This hub flows 

seamlessly to a covered alfresco area perfect for year-round entertaining! Smart spaces and versatility master sanctuary: 

Private retreat with sitting area, walk-in robe, and ensuite. Kids Wing: Clever bedrooms with built-in desks and a Jack-and-Jill 

bathroom. Work and Play: Dedicated home office plus a separate media room. The game changer: A fully self-contained 

sleepout with a lounge, kitchenette, bedroom, and carport ideal for guests or extended family! Relax in the sheltered spa, 

enjoy the fruit trees, or tinker in the double garage. With a wood burner, heat pump, and ample parking for the boat or 

camper, this is the complete package near Foster Park. Big on space. Big on soul. Level up your lifestyle today! Auction 12 

February at Russley Golf Club and Function Centre - 428 Memorial Avenue, Burnside at 1pm. 

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Auction 1.00pm, Thu 12th Feb, 2026, (unless sold prior) 

View Wed 4 Feb 6.00 - 6.45pm 

Sat 7 Feb 1.00 - 1.45pm 

Sun 8 Feb 1.00 - 1.45pm 

Web pb.co.nz/ROU219028 

Achint Malhotra 

M 027 460 2266 

E achint.malhotra@pb.co.nz 


Proud to be here

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Springston 29 Everest Way 

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A place to call home in Springston 

Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, this substantial property offers space, privacy, and a truly special outlook. Set on a generous 

893m2 (approx) section, the 210m2 solid brick home is a genuine family home designed for comfortable living with room to 

grow. The home features four well-proportioned bedrooms, including a master with its own ensuite and walk-in robe, 

supported by a total of two bathrooms and two toilets. Living spaces are well catered for with an open-plan kitchen and dining 

area, a second lounge, and the added bonus of a separate home office, ideal for remote work or study. Heating is provided by 

a woodburner with heat transfer to the hallway and fourth bedroom, ensuring warmth throughout the cooler months. Outside, 

the property is fully fenced, landscaped, and private, offering a safe and inviting environment for families and pets. Additional 

features include an outdoor workshop with electricity, two large raised garden beds for those with green fingers, a water 

filtration system, and 12 solar panels on the roof to help reduce ongoing electricity costs. 

A standout feature is the completely rural rear aspect. 

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View Wed 4 Feb 5.30 - 6.00pm 

Sun 8 Feb 11.45 - 12.15pm 

Web pb.co.nz/LIU210183 

Justin Le Lievre 

M 022 628 1306 

E justinl@pb.co.nz 

Leeston 45 Selwyn Lake Road 

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Leeston lifestyle - your legacy awaits 

Experience the ultimate country lifestyle on this exceptional 10.5 ha (approx) estate, offering space, fertile pastures, reliable 

stock water, and stunning views across your own land to the lake beyond. The expansive covered hardwood deck is designed 

for relaxed country living and memorable entertaining. Complete with two built-in braai/BBQs, it's the perfect place to enjoy 

family gatherings, sunset views, or simply watch your crops or stock mature in this peaceful rural setting. Conveniently located 

with a school bus stop at the road corner, this premium lifestyle property is just a short drive to Lincoln, Rolleston, and Leeston, 

providing easy access to schools, shopping, and local amenities. Two Homes - flexible Living Options. Main Residence - The 

main home features a spacious open-plan living and dining area with high ceilings and large sliding doors opening to the 

covered outdoor entertaining space. Comfort is assured year-round with a log burner, heat pump, and heat transfer system. 

The open-plan kitchen includes a walk-in pantry, while a long hallway with excellent storage, leads to four generous double 

bedrooms. The master bedroom includes a walk-in robe and ensuite. 

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View Sat 7 Feb 12.00 - 1.00pm 

Sun 8 Feb 12.00 - 1.00pm 

Web pb.co.nz/LEL219151 

Mark van Dooren 

M 022 589 3019 

E mark.vandooren@pb.co.nz 


Proud to be here

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Kirwee 6 Southdown Place 

Auction 

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Make this property your own 

Offering comfortable and versatile living, this well-designed home features three well-proportioned bedrooms plus a dedicated 

office or hobby room. The master bedroom is complemented by a walk-in wardrobe and private ensuite, while a second 

bathroom services the rest of the home. Open-plan kitchen, dining, and living areas form the heart of the home and flow 

effortlessly to a sun-soaked deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. A heat pump ensures year-round comfort, and the fully 

fenced section provides a safe and secure environment for children and pets. The double garage adds excellent convenience 

and storage. Positioned in a quiet, family-friendly cul-de-sac, this property presents a true blank canvas—offering the 

opportunity to add your own personal touch and make it your own. 

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Golf Club and Function Centre , 428 Memorial Avenue, Burnside 

View Sun 8 Feb 2.30 - 3.00pm 

Sun 15 Feb 2.30 - 3.00pm 

Web pb.co.nz/DFU211885 

Willy Parker 

M 021 632 039 

E willy.parker@pb.co.nz 

We’re more than just a real estate company... 

We’re passionate about helping people achieve their 

property dreams. If you have experience in real estate or 

are new to the industry and eager to learn, we’d love to 

hear from you! We’re looking for motivated individuals 

with an interest in rural, lifestyle, and residential properties. 

What’s in it for you? 

Supportive team and full training 

Freedom to grow your own business 

Unlimited opportunities to succeed 

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Contact Tania and start your new ride. 

Tania Tranter 

Sales Manager 

021 155 0768 tania.tranter@pb.co.nz 

Licensed REAA 2008 Q026993 


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