North Canterbury News: February 26, 2026

Thursday, February 26, 2026 | Issue 1184 | www.starnews.co.nz 

Waimakariri 

Hurunui 

15 MARCH 2026 

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

Pegasus Dragons win championship Gold 

By ROBYN BRISTOW 

Sonya Keates was ready to quit Dragon 

Boat racing after her first session onthe 

water. 

She told her friends, who werekeen to 

give something new agoand encouraged 

her to join them, she ‘‘couldn’t do it’’. 

But then coach Marie Childs, who 

established the Pegasus DragonBoat 

Club, told her she ‘‘absolutely’’ could do 

it. 

Today Sonya says people get sick of 

her talking about Dragon Boat racing. 

‘‘I absolutely love it. It can be abit like 

herding cats at times, but Iwouldn’t 

change it for the world. 

‘‘People often get into it and stick at it 

forever. 

‘‘It is just one of those sports people 

love and the whole community that goes 

with it,’’ says Sonya. 

This love of racing, the camaraderie, 

and the fitness that goes with it has seen 

the Pegasus Dragon Boat Club’s premier 

women’s team come home from the 

South Island Dragon Boat 

championships at Lake Ruataniwha at 

Twizel with aGold medal, and two 

Silvers for their efforts on the water. 

There is no rest for the successful 

team. 

Its efforts have earned it aspot at the 

nationals in late March, and thereis 

plenty of training to be done onthe 

Kaiapoi River and Lake Rua over the 

next three to four weeks. 

The team thoughtthey may be in with 

amedal chance in the South Island 

champs, and were extremely proud to 

win aSilver in the 200 metre sprint, and 

again in the 2km race, whichwas ‘‘pretty 

tiring that was for sure’’, says Captain 

Sonya. 

But in the last race of the day, the team 

turned on adynamic turn of speed to win 

Gold in the 500 metres in 2minutes 25.13 

seconds,just 0.16sec ahead of the 

second place getter. 

Sonya says the caller, Anita van der 

Velden, just kept driving them,while 

sweep Harmony Haines kept them on 

course and on the job. 

‘‘Getting Silver was amazing and then 

to get Gold in the last race of the day it 

was very emotional. 

Taking the lead ... The Pegasus Dragon Boat women’s premier team headsfor Gold on Lake Ruataniwha, near Twizel at the South Island 

Dragon Boat championships. 

PHOTOS: SHIRLEY KERR 

‘‘We weredefinitely not expecting it 

as it was avery strong competition,’’ says 

Sonya. 

The club has been competing for six 

years. Some of the 27 team members are 

experienced paddlers, others have done 

afew years,some have just come in this 

year. 

Thereis22onthe boat at any one time, 

who are under thewatchful eye of coach 

Evan Roper. 

‘‘We arefortunate to have Evan this 

year with Marie jumping back in the 

boat,’’ says Sonya. 

The team will be competing in all 

three races at the nationals at Lake 

Karapiro, where Sonyaexpects the 

competition to be very strong. 

‘‘But never say never. 

‘We will just keep driving forward and 

see if we can break 10 minutes for the 

2km,’’ she says. 

Golden glow ... The victorious Pegasus DragonBoat team. 

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2 North Canterbury News, February 26, 2026 

Serviceanimals remembered 

By JOHN COSGROVE 

Alarge crowd complete with horses, 

ponies, donkeys, dogs and cats, turned 

out on Tuesday morning in Rangiora, to 

commemorate the service animals have 

given the country over the last 150 years. 

Purple Poppy Day acknowledges all 

service animals, particularly those who 

have given their lives in conflict and 

peace keeping operations, alongside 

kiwi service men and women. 

Today thereisagrowing demand for 

moreservice dogs to help treat those 

who served and are suffering from 

mental illnesses, Royal New Zealand 

RSA’s Canterbury District chairperson 

Michelle Brown says. 

‘‘It is great to see animals 

remembered here in Rangiora this 

morning. Idon’t recall any other club 

commemorating them in this way,and 

through the Purple Poppy Dayswewill 

all continue to remember the sacrifices 

both they and our service men and 

women havegiven in the service of our 

country.’’ 

The PurplePoppy was created in 2006 

by aUKbased charity,Animal Aid, to 

commemorate animals which served 

during conflicts but had become the 

forgotten and overlooked victims of war, 

now it has been extended to include 

animals which serve in all branches of 

the armed forces, police and search and 

rescue and other aid agencies. 

In World War 1, more than 16 million 

animals served with eight million 

horses, donkeys and mules dying. It is 

said that 20,000 dogs, 500,000 cats and 

morethan 100,000 pigeons also served. 

New Zealand sent over 10,000 horses 

along with our troops in WW1 and yet, 

only four came back. 

On Tuesday acrowd of over 60 

watched as wreaths were laid at the 

Rangiora Cenotaph, poems were read by 

children from Loburn School and the 

service history of animals was retold for 

everyone to remember. 

Standing guard ... Horses and riders fromthe Anzac Mounted Charitable Trust stand 

guard at the Rangiora Cenotaph for Purple Poppy Day commemorations. PHOTO:JOHN COSGROVE 

Spotlight on NC’sfood, drink leadership 

North Canterbury’s food and beverage 

sector is gaining national recognition 

with Enterprise North Canterbury’s 

Chief Executive Heather Warwick 

named among Aotearoa’s most 

inspirational women in food and drink 

for 2026byCuisine Magazine. 

The annual list celebrates leaders 

shaping Aotearoa New Zealand’s food 

and drink story through innovation, 

collaboration and regional impact. 

Heather’s inclusion reflects more 

than two decades of leadership 

advancing North Canterbury’s economic 

development and championing the 

region’s producers. 

Under Heather’s leadership, ENChas 

strengthened the region’s nationally 

recognised food and beverage sector 

through the development of MADE 

NORTH CANTERBURY –North 

Canterbury’s provenance brand 

celebrating authenticity, traceability 

and place of origin. 

Over the past year, MADE NORTH 

CANTERBURY has expanded its 

network of producers and makers, 

strengthened storytelling around the 

region’s distinctive food basket and led 

campaigns including The North Course 

and the MADE NORTH CANTERBURY 

Pie Trail. 

‘‘This recognition is really about the 

producers, growers and makers who 

bring North Canterbury’s food story to 

life,’’ Heather says. 

‘‘MADE NORTH CANTERBURY was 

created to elevate their work and 

showcase provenance and it’s an honour 

to see our region’s collective efforts 

acknowledged nationally.’’ 

The MADE NORTH CANTERBURY 

Pie Trail was also named afinalist in the 

national Economic Development New 

Zealand awards, further highlighting 

the region’s growing reputation for food 

tourism and provenanceled 

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North Canterbury News, February 26, 2026 

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Quarry lake ... One of two quarry lakes at 

Pineacres, north of Kaiapoi, which will be 

partially infilled to make way for the 

Woodend Bypass. 

PHOTO: FILE 

Woodend Bypass work begins 

ByDAVID HILL, 

Local Democracy Reporter 

Physical works have startedfor the 

Woodend Bypass, while Waka Kotahi 

NZ Transport Agency works through 

the Fasttrack consenting process. 

NZTA has contracted Downer to 

begin partially infilling two quarry 

lakes at Pineacres, north of Kaiapoi, 

while work is under way to seismic 

strengthen the Kaiapoi River bridge, 

south of Lineside Road. 

The agency obtained four resource 

consents from Environment 

Canterbury in November to prepare 

the ground for the future road, by 

infilling the quarry lakes. 

The lakes have depths of up to 8m 

and will be filled with about 180,000 

cubic metres of gravel from the 

Waimakariri and Ashley Rakahuri 

rivers, an NZTA spokesperson said. 

‘‘We need to partially fill them with 

enough gravel to form astable 

foundation for the new motorway.’’ 

Around 450m of the new motorway 

will be built through the lakes, with an 

embankment varying between 40m 

and 75m wide. 

NZTA has been working with the 

Waimakariri District Council and the 

Department of Conservation on aplan 

to relocate Canterbury grass skinks 

from the lakes area to the Kaiapoi 

Lakes, south of Pineacres. 

Meanwhile,the Environmental 

Protection Agencyhas accepted 

NZTA’s substantiveapplication for 

the wider projecttobeconsidered 

under the Fasttrack process. 

The application includes an 

alteration to the land designation, a 

wildlife approvaltorelocate 

Canterbury grassskinks, and resource 

consents to construct, maintain and 

operate the project. 

The project will provide afourlane 

extension to the motorway, including 

4km of upgradestothe existing State 

Highway1and anew 7km bypass of 

Woodend, between Pineacresand 

Pegasus. 

The NZTA board approved funding 

of $127m last year for the detailed 

design, property acquisition and the 

early works. 

The overall cost of the projectis 

expectedtobeupto $1 billion. 

Acontract was awardedtoHunter 

Civil in December to strengthenthe 

Kaiapoi Riverbridge to carry the 

additionalsouthbound lane. 

Changes to the designation are 

requiredtoallow for the purchase of 

some additional land at the north end 

to accommodate the Pegasus / 

Ravenswood overbridge and land 

beside the quarry lakes to 

accommodate the wetlands and a 

construction staging area. 

AFast Track spokesperson said the 

application has been assigned to a 

panel convener, pending the 

appointment of an expert panel. 

The panel convener has sought 

adviceabout the application from the 

Department of Conservation, Heritage 

New Zealand Pouhere Taonga and the 

Māori Heritage Council. 

‘‘Before appointing apanel, the 

panel convener will hold apanel 

convener conference to seek views on 

the application from anumber of key 

stakeholders, including the relevant 

local authorities,’’ the spokesperson 

said. 

Waimakariri District Council 

planning, regulation and environment 

generalmanager Kelly LaValley said 

the council has provided initial 

feedback ‘‘on the completeness’’ of the 

fasttrack application. 

‘‘Our feedback was that the 

application met the requirements 

under the Act. 

‘‘I am anticipating that the council 

will be asked to make comment on the 

application soon.’’ 

Council staff haveyet to assess the 

application in detail, she said. 

If the projecthad not used the Fast 

Track Approvals Actorifthe Act was 

not in place, it would triggera 

resource consent under the National 

Environmental Standard for 

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Contaminants in Soil to Protect 

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Ginny Neal backtoher roots in Cheviot 

ByDAVID HILL, 


Ginny Neal brings awealth of 

experience to her new role as 

Cheviot Area School principal. 

The small, Year 1to13, rural 

Canterburyschool has struggled 

to retain experiencedleaders in 

recent years, due in part to its 

isolation. 

But Mrs Neal said she plans to 

make the move permanent, after 

avaried career which has taken 

her to some of the most remote 

parts of the South Island. 

‘‘It’s really nice to be here. 

This is an awesome school. 

‘‘It’s well resourcedinterms 

of property and equipment, and 

all of the teachers live locally. 

‘‘This is going back to my 

roots. 

‘‘What Idobest is working 

with rural people, rural 

community, rural kids.’’ 

Her husband, Stu Neal, runs 

their 2000 stock unit sheep, beef 

and deer farming business at 

Fairlie,but plans to join Mrs 

Neal in Cheviot, moving the 

business when present lease 

expires. 

‘‘This will be our home. We’re 

here for the long haul.’’ 

Cheviot Area School has just 

180 students, but covers alarge 

catchment, between Kaikōura 

and Greta Valley. 

Unlike other area schools, it 

has no contributing schools. 

The school is governed aby 

board of trustees, ‘‘who really 

know their community well’’, 

which is being supported by a 

limited statutory manager Terri 

Johnstone. 

Mrs Neal began teaching in 

1990, before becomingthe solecharge 

principal at Glenroy 

School in MidCanterbury, with 

just 28 students. 

She has also served as 

principal at Ward School in 

Marlborough andatFairlie 

Primary School. 

Cheviot is the third school 

where Mrs Neal has come in to 

get the school ‘‘back on track’’. 

When Mrs Neal moved to 

Fairlie in 2016, she worked with 

Ms Johnstone, ‘‘where we 

doubled the role and lifted 

studentachievement 

significantly’’. 

In between her principal 

roles she has served in avariety 

of roles, including as a 

correspondence teacher for 

Nelson, Marlborough and 

Kaikōura, and director of 

education services at Ko Taku 

Reo (Deaf Education New 

Zealand). 

As ateacher for Te Aho oTe 

Kura Pounamu 

(correspondence school) for five 

years, she worked with 500 

children across the preschool, 

primary andsecondary school 

years. 

Herstudents included elite 

sports people, youngmusicians, 

families living on yachts in 

Nelson or house trucks at 

Takaha Hill, andchildren 

withdrawn from school. 

She travelled to remote 

locations like Molesworth 

Station andD’UrvilleIsland in 

the Marlborough Sounds. 

At Ko Taku Reo, Ms Neal was 

responsible for managing 250 

teachers and 3500 students 

New principal ... Ginny Neal is enjoying working with the students and staff at Cheviot Area School. 

PHOTO: DAVID HILL 

throughout New Zealand, 

across 32 regional offices and 13 

satellites. 

‘‘It was amassive job. 

‘‘Education has so many other 

things you can do other than 

classroom teaching.’’ 

It means she uses New 

Zealand sign language and she 

has been teaching her new 

students anew sign each day. 

Mrs Neal was also on the 

Ministry of Education's 

Curriculum Advisory Group 

during the curriculum refresh 

and she supports thefocus on 

literacy and numeracy. 

‘‘It’s afantastic curriculum. 

It’s solid and there is no room 

for gaps. It’s what we used to do 

20 years ago, but we went away 

from that.’’ 

She acknowledged schools 

were struggling with the pace of 

change, especially area schools 

like Cheviot, which are 

experiencing change across all 

year levels. ‘‘It is up to me to 

manage that and we must 

remember that with change 

comes opportunity. This school 

is indeed agem and Ifeel 

privileged to be here.’’ 

The Cheviot Area School 

board of trustees has been 

contacted for comment. 

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By DAVID HI L, 

LocalDemocracy Reporter 

It was hailed as a ‘onestop shop ’ to 

make it quicker and easier to build 

major projects when it pa sed into law 

last December. 

But none of thefive North Canterbury 

projects included in the Government’s 

Fasttrack A provals Act have 

progre sed beyond being ‘listed ’ 

projects in the fasttrack proce s. 

They were among 149 projects listed 

in the legislation. 

In astatement released last w ek, 

Infrastructure Minister ChrisBishop 

and Regional Development Minister 

Shane Jones said around 50 of the 149 

projects had lodged substantive 

a plications with the Environmental 

Protection Authority (EPA), since the 

a provals regime was established in 

February. 

Of those, none have b en a proved so 

far, with the first eight expected to be 

signed o f by the end of the year. 

Proposed housing developments at 

Ōhoka, W odend and west Rangiora 

were listed in the legislation, along with 

the W odend Bypa s and the Amuri 

I rigation Company Ltd’s Balmoral 

water storage facility and fish scr en. 

An EPA spokesperson has confirmed 

none of the five North Canterbury 

projects have lodged substantivefasttrack 

a plications. 

Developers of alisted projectcan 

a ply to the EPA where an ‘expert 

panel’ wi l a se s the projectand 

consult with ‘directly a fected groups ’. 

Panel convenors determine theextent 

of the consultation, meaning the is no 

guarant e local communities wi l have a 

say. 

There is no timeframe for alisted 

projec to lodge an a plication, the 

spokesperson said. 

When the project list was a nounced 

in October last year, Mr Bishoppointed 

the finger at councils forcreating the 

housing crisis. 

‘Speaking in general terms, councils 

have contributed to our housing crisis 

by being overly picky about where 

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

The W odend and west Rangiora 

developments have since b en included 

in the new WaimakaririDistrict Plan 

adopted last month, meaning they may 

not n ed to be fasttracked. 

Amuri I rigation Company 

chairperson David Croft said the 

company anticipated aresource consent 

would be granted by Environment 

Canterbury (ECan) in the next few 

months, after it was lodged in 2023. 

‘It l oks like the normal consenting 

proce s wi l be faster. In somewaysit 

would be the ideal situation because 

everybody has had the chance tohave 

their say in asystem they are familiar 

with. ’ 

A$20m loan from the Government’s 

Regional Infrastructure Fundwas 

a nounced earlier this monthfor the 

Balmoral water storageproject. 

The proposed Ōhoka development 

was rejected from the District Plan, 

after aprivate plan change requestwas 

rejected by an independent 

commi sioner in November 2023. 

It is sti l subjec to an Environment 

Court a peal. 

AnEnvironment Court spokesperson 

said the a pe lant, Carter Group, has 

b en directed to advise the court by 

August 2 ‘how or whether it intends to 

proc ed ’. 


development pla ning manager Ma t 

Bacon said under thenew District Plan, 

the siteofthe proposed Ohoka 

development is zoned rura lifestyle. 

It mean the farmland could be subdivided 

into 4ha lots, but not into an 

850home development as proposed. 

Carter Group was contacted for 

comment but areply had not b en 

received by the time the North 

Canterbury News wen to print. 

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency 

has b en completing geotech reports as 

it continues scoping workfor the 

proposed W odend Bypa s. 

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An exhibition of everyday farm life 

By SHELLEY TOPP 

InPhilip Trusttum’s latest exhibition, 

Drawings from Waituna, he has 

recorded the activity of daily life on the 

family farm where he grew up in Oxford. 

The exhibition of pencil drawings 

done on archival goatskin paper, 

opened at the Oxford Gallery toio 

Waimakariri Gallery last Saturday, 

February 21. 

The work illustrates abusy period for 

the Trusttum family on their eight acre 

(3.24 hectare) property with horses and 

sheep. 

The Trusttum family lived in Oxford 

from 194954 before moving to 

Hawarden, Rangiora and then to Ashley. 

Philip’s father, Bill was the bookkeeper 

for Fenwick’s Garage in Oxford 

for awhile and Philip’s interest in art 

was first taken seriously in Oxford, when 

he was sent for painting lessons at age 

12. 

This tuition put him on the path 

towards art school and acareer as an 

artist. 

Oxford Arts Trust chairwoman, Dr 

Areta Wilkinson says the opening of 

Drawings from Waituna was ``a special 

occasion for us" to celebrate Philip who 

has been the gallery's patron since its 

establishment in 2010. 

‘‘With 50plus years of art experience 

behind his recent artwork Philip has an 

exemplary practice that makes ahuge 

contribution to the cultural life of 

communities in Canterbury,’’ she says. 

Philip has also personallytaken extraordinary 

efforts to help with fundraising 

for the gallery by auctioning two of his 

artworks last year. 

He also gifted the gallery apainted 

canvas, valued at $5000, which was 

raffled, with the winning ticket, won by 

Rangiora poet Rangi Faith, drawn 

during the Drawings from Waituna 

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last to leaveadinnerparty,theonewho 

rememberseveryone’s birthday. 

But lately,Alison wasquietly struggling with 

sleep.Her energy woulddip afterapoornight, 

leavingher exhausted, more than sherealised. 

“WhenIdon’tsleep well, Ireallynotice 

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struggletokeep up with my activities. It starts 

to impact everything.” 

Thepool sessions became harder to face. 

Walkingwith friends felt likeachore rather 

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“I wasbecomingsomeone Ididn’t 

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Exciting win ... Rangiora poet, Rangi Faith (centre), winner of the Philip Trusttum ART 

Raffle at the opening of Philip’s latest exhibition Philip Trusttum: Drawings from Waituna, 

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treasurer Anna White. 

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exhibition opening. 

Philip, who now lives in Christchurch, 

has also produced Trusttum teeshirt 

merchandisefor the gallery to fundraise 

with. 

Funding for Not For Profit 

organisations like the gallery has got so 

much ‘‘harder and more competitive’’ 

Areta says. 

‘‘So as acommunity arts centre we are 

cranking up our fundraising efforts to 

ensurewemake ends meet and Philip’s 

contributions have been greatly 

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The Philip Trusttum: Drawings from 

Waituna exhibition was opened by 

Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon after 

which Philip reminisced about his time 

in Oxford as ayoung boy. 

The raffle was drawn by Waimakariri 

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6 The North Canterbury News, February 26, 2026 

This 

Week 

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Waimakariri 

with Mayor Dan Gordon 

Asharedcommitment 

Over the past few weeks I’ve had the 

privilege of attending anumber of 

events across our district that remind 

me of what makes Waimakariri so 

special. 

Our people, our community,and our 

shared commitment to supporting one 

another. 

Iattended the 15year memorial of 

the Christchurch earthquake. 

On that day we remember the 185 

people who lost their lives and we 

think of the families who continueto 

carry that loss. 

Alongside former Waimakariri 

Mayor David Ayers, Ilaid awreath at 

the Christchurch Earthquake National 

Memorial on behalf of our district. 

Ireflected on the strength of our 

people, neighbours showing up for 

neighbours, determinationtokeep 

going. 

We honour those we lost not only in 

remembrance,but throughthe 

resilience and care we show in 

rebuilding. 

Ialso recently had the privilege of 

attending aHealthy Relationships 

PopUp Event organised by Year 12 

studentsatOxford Area School. 

Their leadership and commitment to 

raising awareness about healthy and 

unhealthy relationship behaviours 

was inspiring. 

Empowering youth voice like this 

creates real change and demonstrates 

the passion young people have for 

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shaping their communities. 

Speaking of which, the Youth Action 

Plan is now out for consultation,and 

we want to hear from everyone in the 

District on this important piece of 

work. 

The district’s sense of service was 

further on display at our recent 

Emergency Management Awards, 

where Iwas proud to speak in 

recognition of Heather Thomas, 

Duncan Lundy, Hamish Upston and 

Paul Horridge. 

Their years of servicehighlight the 

extraordinary commitment of 

volunteers who keep our communities 

safe. 

Emergencies are about people first, 

and the calm, steady presence of 

trained volunteers makes an 

enormousdifference. 

Finally, Iattendedthe opening of 

Philip Trusttum’s exhibition at Oxford 

Gallery.Icofounded the gallery in 

2010 and have long admired Philipas 

both an artist and mentor. 

His exhibition, Drawings from 

Waituna,isacelebration of everyday 

rural life, and it is wonderful to see his 

work inspiring artists and our 

community alike. 

As always, Iwelcome contactfrom 

anyone who needs assistance or has an 

issue that you might want to discuss. 

Email me at dan.gordon@wmk.govt. 

nz or phone 021 906 437. 

I’m here to help. 

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Authorised by Matt Doocey MP, Parliament Buildings, Wellington. 

Impressive team work 

Ienjoyed checking out the United Fire 

Brigades’ Association teams in action at 

the South Island Waterway Challenge held 

at Rangiora’s Dudley Park. 

The teamsput on an impressive display 

of skills as they competed in arange of 

pump and hose exercises. 

It was very reassuring to see how quickly 

ourfirefighters can respond to crises and 

work together to roll out aresponse to 

different situations and it’s clear we are in 

good hands when things go wrong, whether 

it be afire or aroad traffic accident. 

Thanks to all the local fire brigades who 

put in so much work into theirtrainingand 

callouts at all hours of theday and night to 

keep our communities safe. 

As local MP and Minister for Mental 

Health, Iknow how important it is to keep 

ourkids safe from digital harm and 

promote healthy conversations around 

relationships. 

That’s why it was important for me to 

attendthe Health Relationships popup 

event at Oxford Area School where agroup 

of senior students encouraged theirpeers 

to consider what makes ahealthy and an 

unhealthy relationship. 

The youthvoice is particularly 

important when it comes to the subject of 

healthy relationships, as they are the ones 

embarking on relationships withone 

another, often for the first time. It was 

really good to hear the organisers talk 

about the pitfalls of navigating 

relationships nowadays, and to hear of the 

support they value from their peers when 

things go wrong. 

Given the worrying statistics due to the 

prevalence of social media and online 

pornography, this is avital conversation 

for teenagers to be addressing, and I 

admire the students for showingthis 

initiative and organising such afantastic 

event. 

There has been quite abit of media 

coverage of the WoodendBypass following 

the recent release of the National 

Infrastructure Plan. 

Iwelcome the almost$1bn investment 

into North Canterbury as mentioned in the 

Plan but it's also about freeing up the 

existing road such as my campaign to 

remove the T2 lane over Waimakariri 

Bridge which is contributing to congestion. 

With early implementation works 

already under way Ilook forward to 

turning the sod to start construction very 

soon on the Woodend Bypass,as 

committed to by the National government. 

Lastly abig thanks to Matt James of the 

Pegasus Residents Group Inc for taking 

the time to meet me and go over some of 

the great things happening in Pegasus. 

It was good to meet someofthe Pegasus 

Community Watch team and hear how 

successful their rollout of CCTV has been 

in tacklingcar thefts and antisocial 

behaviour in the town. 

It was also good to check out the new 

community hub which is currently under 

construction, and which will be afantastic 

asset for the local community when it 

opens its doors later in theyear. 

ECan is proposing a2.9% average rate rise 

By DAVID HILL, 


Canterbury’s regional council is 

proposing arate rise of under three 

percent. 

Environment Canterbury was due to 

adopt its draft 2026/27 annual plan on 

Wednesday, February 25, proposing an 

average rate rise of 2.9%. 

It is well below the 7.7% average rate 

rise signalled in the 2024/34 Long Term 

Plan (LTP) and the 17.2% rate rise 

signalled after it deferred workinlast 

year’s annual plan. 

Local government is facing change, 

with new legislation set to replace the 

Resource Management Act, and 

proposals for rates capping and to 

replace elected regional councillors 

with boards of mayors. 

But ECan chairperson Dr Deon Swiggs 

said the regional council is continuing 

to deliver on its obligations. 

‘‘Our statutory obligations remain, our 

communities depend on us, and the 

environmental challenges we face do 

not pause for policy change. 

‘‘Rain still falls. Wilding pines still 

spread. Land use continues. 

‘‘This annual plan goes ahead because 

it must focus on the essential services 

that keep Canterbury functioning and 

safe.’’ 

The lower than expected rate rise 

reflects ‘‘updated budgets, identified 

savings and adjustments to forecast 

costs,’’ Dr Swiggs said. 

This includes reduced public 

transport targeted rates in 

Christchurch, Waimakariri and Selwyn 

from what was signalled in the LTP. 

The council has been unable to secure 

funding from Waka Kotahi NZ 

Transport Agency to uplift the number 

one (Rangiora to Cashmere) and five 

(Rolleston to New Brighton) bus 

services as proposed. 

Priorities in this year’s annual plan 

include protecting the region’s land, 

water, air, and ecosystems, safe and 

reliable transport, and strengthening 

resilience to climate change and natural 

hazards. 

‘‘Canterbury Regional Council exists 

to protect our environment, support 

community wellbeing, and manage 

resources sustainably,’’ deputy 

chairperson Iaean Cranwell said. 

‘‘That doesn’t change, whatever 

reforms eventuate.’’ 

The draft annual plan will be out for 

consultation from February 27 to March 

31. 

Drop in sessions with councillors are 

planned on May 5and 7, ahead of 

deliberations later in May. 



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Mouth 

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Amberley 12:29am 2.4 6:53am 0.6 1:31am 2.4 7:53am 0.6 2:33am 2.4 8:51am 0.6 3:32am 2.5 9:46am 0.5 4:26am 2.5 10:39am 0.5 5:16am 2.5 11:31am 0.5 6:04am 2.5 

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Motunau 12:59pm 2.0 7:11pm 0.6 1:59pm 2.0 8:09pm 0.5 2:58pm 2.0 9:07pm 0.5 3:55pm 2.1 10:05pm 0.5 4:48pm 2.1 11:01pm 0.5 5:39pm 2.1 11:53pm 0.5 6:29pm 2.112:19pm 0.5 

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Gore Bay 1:11pm 2.3 7:24pm 0.6 2:11pm 2.3 8:22pm 0.5 3:10pm 2.3 9:20pm 0.5 4:07pm 2.4 10:18pm 0.5 5:00pm 2.4 11:14pm 0.5 5:51pm 2.4 

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Kaiapoi HS student top scholar in physics 

ANorth Canterbury student has been 

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Kaiapoi High School’s Reuben Foulds 

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scholarship exam and also earned 

scholarships in calculus and chemistry in 

last year’s NCEA results. 

Reuben found out about his results by 

checking online on the morning of their 

release. 

He says seeing his name listed as ‘‘top 

scholar’’ didn’t quite ‘‘feel real’’ until he 

read apost on the New Zealand 

Qualifications Authority’swebsite later 

that day. 

Earning three scholarships places 

Reuben in the top three percent of 

scholarship studentsnationwide. 

His success did not come from being 

hunchedoverpiles of textbooks studying 

12 hours aday. 

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to working through past exam papers, 

around 12 per subject. 

When he couldn’t solve aquestion, he 

studied the possible solutions and 

returned to tackle it again later. 

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at community hall 

By ROBYN BRISTOW 

The Omihi School and the 

neighbouring Omihi community and 

sports hall are the hub of their 

community. 

All will have the opportunity to 

enjoy the hall and the grounds on 

Friday, March 6, when the school, 

along with Farmstrong, hold its annual 

‘‘Food Truck Friday’’ evening for the 

Omihi community. 

School principal Marie Lucas says 

the gettogether is aimed at renewing 

community connections and establish 

new ones. 

‘‘It brings people from the wider 

community together with food, live 

music and conversation,’’ she says. 

She invites people to bring along a 

picnic rug or deck chairs, buy some 

food from the six or seven food trucks, 

and sitback and enjoy ‘‘connecting, 

chattingand eating’’ from 5pm till 

9pm. 

Local musician, and teacher Kelly 

Fletcher will provide music at the 

BYO event. 

Mrs Lucas says the evening is great 

for the pupils as they are part of the 

organising team and help set up the 

evening, and ‘‘take ownership of it’’. 

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Six ‘‘stunning’’ gardens,each with a 

unique, creative styles, will be 

featured at the Oxford Area School’s 

Oxford Garden Tour this Sunday, on 

March 1. 

The tour will be held rain or shine 

from 10am to 4pm and is afundraiser 

for aschool trip to Japan. 

Fifteen Year 1213 pupils will 

travel to Hamasaka on July 2 

accompanied by two Oxford Area 

School teachers, deputy principal 

Kieran Rae, from Kaiapoi, and 

Charlotte Davis, from Oxford. 

Kieran says Oxford Area School 

has had abiennial cultural 

exchange programme with 

Hamasaka Junior High School for 

many years and pupils from the 

Japaneseschool will be visiting the 

Oxford Area School in August. 

Tickets for this Sunday’s garden 

tour are available from the school’s 

website (oxford.school.nz) for $40, 

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Passion for fresh fish the key to success 

BySHELLEY TOPP 

Apassionfor fresh fish and helping to 

educate customers about seafood is 

behind everything North Canterbury 

Seafood Market owners Craigand 

Christine Thompson do. 

The North Loburn couple bought the 

business from Janine Rogers and 

Shayne Garbes in 2022. 

Craig and Christine do not have a 

background in the seafood industry, 

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eating fresh fish. 

The couple wanted to buy abusiness 

near their home that they could run 

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Janine and Shayne had established 

‘‘a solid, sustainable fish supply and 

processing businesswith integrity’’, so 

with that to recommend it, their love of 

seafood, and Christine's background in 

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‘‘We are asmall family business and 

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Christinesays. 

‘‘We also love to complete many taste 

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One of Christine’s favourite ways to 

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‘‘It is simple, easytoprepare, 

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Because the fish they sell is so fresh 

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Another favourite option is fish hot 

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manuka and cherrywoodsmoke. 

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Rural voices could be lost in Govt reform 

ByDAVID HILL, 


Rural voices could be lost in 

an ‘‘extremely ambitious’’ 

local government reform, 

Canterbury councils say. 

In their submissions on the 

Government’s simplifying 

local government proposal, 

the Hurunui and Waimakariri 

district councils said the 

speed and scale of change 

could lead to ‘‘unintended 

consequences’’, including 

diluting rural representation. 

The Government is 

proposing to replace elected 

regional councils with 

combined territories boards 

comprising the region’s 

mayors. 

The boards will be tasked 

with developing aregional 

reorganisation plan and a 

regional spatial plan, while 

taking on regional councillor 

responsibilities and running 

their own districts. 

Hurunui Mayor MarieBlack 

said her council did not 

support the automatic 

replacement of regional 

councillors with boards ‘‘as 

the default model’’. 

‘‘Improved collaboration 

between mayors has value, 

particularly in strengthening 

alignment across territorial 

authorities.’’ 

But elected regional 

councillors had ‘‘a direct 

democratic mandate’’ and 

regional governance 

experience and expertise. 

Waimakariri Mayor Dan 

Gordon said he supported the 

concept of working with other 

Canterbury mayors on a 

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But mayors needed aclear 

understanding of ‘‘how the 

wider reform package fits 

together’’ and what functions 

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regionallevel. 

‘‘We note the scale andpace 

of the proposalisextremely 

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unintendedconsequences, 

particularly given the number 

of concurrent reforms 

affecting thesector.’’ 

Mr Gordon called for a 

review of revenue sources 

available to local government 

to be undertakenalongside 

the reform. 

Canterbury Mayoral Forum 

chairperson Nigel Bowen said 

the majority of forum 

members did not support the 

proposedboard taking on 

regionalcouncillor 

responsibilities, while 

developing aregional 

reorganisation plan, 

implementing anew resource 

management regime andtheir 

mayoral functions. 

He shared the concernsat 

the speed and scale of change 

leading to unintended 

consequences. 

‘‘Poor alignment of the 

major reforms leaves our 

communitiesvulnerable. 

‘‘Quick change with limited 

consideration quickly 

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direction leaves ratepayers 

and voters confused and 

frustratedand theassociated 

costs will continue to rise.’’ 

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Little yellow ducks race at Silverstream 

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The Silverstream Social 

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Shed Kaiapoi 

The popular, familyfriendly 

event, which is also a 

celebration of community, 

was held at the Tirikatene 

Reserve in Silverstream last 

Saturday with more than 110 

decoratedducks entered. 

There was awide variety of 

quirky competition events on 

the day and around 350 

numbered racing ducks taking 

part in the race along Silver 

Stream through the reserve. 

Waimakariri Mayor Dan 

Gordon started the race by 

emptying alarge bag full of 

the tiny yellow plastic ducks 

into the water for their race to 

the finish line and 

Waimakariri District 

Councillor Brent Cairns was 

MC and photographer for the 

day. 

The facilitators of the event 

were Sheryl and Roger Rule, 

who said they were thrilled 

with the turnout. 

‘‘It just seems to keep 

growingand always remains a 

fun, interactive community 

event,’’ Sheryl said. 

‘‘We are thankful and 

grateful to all our wonderful 

sponsors which enabled this 

to happen. 

‘‘Without their help, 

support and encouragement 

this event would not be able to 

happen. 

‘‘We are also thankful to the 

many volunteers.’’ 

The amount of money raised 

on the day is not known yet but 

every year the Silverstream 

Social Club choosesacharity 

to donate the funds theyraise 

to. 

Angela Breward, the 

secretary of this year’s 

recipients,Menz Shed 

Kaiapoi, said they were 

fundraising for anew building 

and were delightedtobethe 

recipients of this year’s duck 

race. 

‘‘The men helped out on the 

sausage sizzle stand and we 

alsohad astand with 

information about the Menz 

Shed, our projects and role 

within the community,’’she 

said. 

‘‘Our Sims Road site now 

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‘‘We have four containers on 

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foundations and our new 

building,’’ Angela said. 

Menz Shed Kaiapoi were 

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Community FacilitiesFund. 

This will cover some of the 

costs of our new building, 

Angel said. 

‘‘However we are constantly 

fundraisingwhere we can as 

there are many,many 

ancillary costs associated 

with the move.’’ 

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Service to community recognised at specialafternoon 

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afternoon. 

Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon 

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McGowan in the council chambers on 

Friday. 

Ian was made amember of the New 

Zealand order of Merit for services to 

education in the New Year’s Honours 

list, while Beverley received a 

community service award from the 

Waimakariri District Council. 

Mr Gordon said the event was held 

each year to acknowledge members 

of the community who receiveKing’s 

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‘‘Our districtisbuilt on the passion 

and dedication of community minded 

people who givetheir all to help 

others succeed. 

‘‘This specialoccasion is about 

celebrating exactlythatspirit.’’ 

Mr Poulter gave nearly five 

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families in Timaru and Christchurch. 

He has now retired and livingin 

Kaiapoi. 

‘‘Through his leadership, whether 

establishing new foundations, 

strengthening collaboration, or 

expanding access to specialist 

education he has helped create 

brighter futures for countlessyoung 

people and their families, Mr Gordon 

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NEWS 

The North Canterbury News, February 26, 2026 

21 

Understanding the opportunities and 

advantages offered when aFree Trade 

Agreement (FTA) is signed was just one 

of the themes for aseries of meetings 

organised by the MP for Waimakariri, 

Matt Doocey, on Tuesday, in the district. 

Exports from small and medium 

businesses and future of agribusiness in 

North Canterbury where two of the topics 

tackled by Mr Doocey’s guest, the 

Minister of Agriculture,Minister of 

Forestry, and Ministerfor Tradeand 

Investment Todd McClay. 

Mr McClay visited Sutton Engineering 

in Fernside and Scottville Farm in 

Swannanoa, which has been in the same 

family for more than 100 years. 

He had discussions with staff and 

management about how Sutton Tools is 

expanding its business internationally 

into the Indian market in the wake of the 

recently signed FTA, and then learnt 

more about how one of the district’s small 

family arable farming enterprises has 

weatheredstorms and embraced 

technology over the four generations of 

farmers. 

Mr Doocey says it is exciting what 

Sutton’s is doing and how the FTA is 

helping them expand their business. 

‘‘It aligns with what Todd and his team 

has been undertaking in India and 

Sutton’s were very interested to talkto 

him about it and what it meansfor them 

as agrowth business in North 

Canterbury. 

‘‘They inquired about the timelines of 

the FTA and how they can secure access 

to this over one billion strong market,’’ he 

says. 

Mr Doocey says FTAs are abonus for 

small and medium businesses because of 

the growth in online sales. 

‘‘They serve all businesses well 

because through the internet, they allow 

Export opportunities ... The MP for 

Waimakariri, Matt Doocey, (left) and Todd 

McClay, Minister for Trade and Investment, 

talk with Glenn Morgan, operations 

manager at Sutton Tools during their visit to 

their new factory on Tuesday. PHOTO:SUPPLIED 

access to aglobal market place and the 

FTAs make it easier to sell kiwi products 

in those big markets like China and now 

India.’’ 

Mr McClay says trade agreements level 

the playing field and sends avery clear 

signal in the case of the Indian FTA, that 

both governments are committed to 

making it work, thereby extending 

confidence to businesses to invest their 

own time andmoney into expanding their 

trading options into that market. 

‘‘It’s ahuge market and it’s growing so 

quickly. There is great potential for any 

NewZealand company to export there. 

We, as agovernment, have to find ways to 

help kiwibusinesses to get into that 

market, to help them grow their 

businesses and grow the economy.’’ 

‘‘The meetings we are holding today 

are abouttalking with exporters about 

the FTA, the opportunities it offers and 

where they might find ways to benefit 

their businesses.’’ 

The FutureisBright,anew exhibition in 

Kaiapoi’s Art on the Quay Gallery, is a 

‘‘collection born from art and life’’, the 

artist says. 

Vjekoslav Nemesh, an Auckland artist 

known as Nemesh, says many of the 

paintings featured in his Kaiapoi 

exhibition were created at the Fo Guang 

Shan Temple in Auckland, where he had 

the privilege of painting and sharing his 

work with the community. 

‘‘For many years Ihave carried a 

personal tradition of beginning anew 

painting on New Year’s Eve and 

completing it in the New Year,’’ he says. 

In 2025, while doing alive 

demonstration at the temple, he 

completed two works: Prayer for Peace 

and Spark of Life. 

That sameday the Fo Guang Yuan Art 

Gallery’s curator, Venerable Abbess 

Manshin, gave Nemesh asmall red 

envelope as agift. 

On it written in golden letters were the 

words: ``Keep going, the future is bright." 

At that time, Nemesh was facing difficult 

challenges, and the simple message gave 

him ‘‘a powerfulburst of energy, hope and 

inspiration’’, for his latest exhibition. 

Soon after receiving those words of 

encouragement,during another live 

demonstration, Nemesh painted the work 

his ‘The Future is Bright’exhibition is 

named for. 

He has also given the samename to a 

limitededition book he wroteabout his 

artwork which is included in the 

exhibition. 

‘‘One of the shining moments of this year 

(2025) was winning the Art BattleGrand 

Finale in Auckland, which gave me yet 

another burst of energy and confidence to 

keep moving forward,’’ Nemesh says. 

‘‘Momentslike these, together with the 

encouragement Ireceived at the temple, 

Catching up ... Auckland artist Vjekoslav 

Nemesh (known as Nemesh), right, with 

Linda Hathoria, of Christchurch, afan of his 

work, during the opening of Nemesh’s 

exhibition. 


reminded me that resilience and hope can 

transform difficult times into inspiration,’’ 

he says. ‘‘Nearly 10 months later, after 

walking my own personal journey,Ihave 

come to deeply understand the meaningof 

those words (on the little red envelope).’’ 

In recognition of that understanding 

Nemesh has dedicated his book to 

Venerable Abbess Manshin and the many 

dedicated volunteers, led by Vicky Han, 

‘‘whose support and kindness have been a 

light alongthe way’’. Nemesh is holding 

two painting workshops in Christchurch on 

March 21 and March 22. Anyone interested 

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Alongside traditional sheep shearing, 

exciting steer riding, jet boating and the 

spectacle of atransTasman 

woodchopping competition, this years 

AmuriA&P Show is shaping up to be one 

of the bestinterms of attractions and 

entertainment, according to copresidents 

Guy and Marie Blomfield. 

‘‘It’s amazing what our little country 

show is offering this year,’’ says Guy. 

‘‘I’m really proud of all the hard work 

the committee and all the volunteers 

have done this year to get us to this point 

where thereissomuch going to be on 

show on Saturday, March 7.’’ 

Top of the bill will be the 60plus 

axemen competing for world titles and 

the TransTasman trophy over three 

days starting on Friday morning. 

‘‘It willbeamazing seeing the highspeed 

action and stamina of all 

competing. 

‘‘But they are just one of many exciting 

displays and attractions at our 110th 

annual A&P show,’’ he says. 

One of the biggest displays alongside 

all the farm machinery and vehicles will 

be the over 40 jet boats on show. 

Organised by Neil Forbes, it 

showcases the strong interest in jet 

boating found in the Amuri Basin, which 

is rich in rivers and waterways. 

There will be boats of all sizes, 

including aturbine racing boat on 

display. 

‘‘This year,wehave large fields in the 

everpopular equine section, so expect 

strong competition from the fields 

throughout the day.’’ 

'From the land’ is the theme for all the 

arts and crafts sections of the show 

being held in the Shed. 

Shed supervisor Yvonne Cheney says 

this is her fourth year coordinating all 

the different elements which make up 

the arts and crafts displays. 

‘‘It really blows me away how the show 

comes together. Ienjoy it, and it's 

amazing all the hard work people 

undertake looking after the many 

different sections, and then how 

smoothly it all comes together on the 

day.” 

“This year it is about all things 

relating to the land, and we have 

sections forarts and crafts, floral and 

veggies,home baking, preserves, Lego 

forkids, handicrafts and ahuge section 

for under 8s called the ‘WOW section’, 

organised by Tamzyn Murdoch. 

“We also have ahuge art display. It’s 

always great to see how creative people 

are in the Amuri Basin,’’ she says. 

Guy says Fire and Emergency NZ, 

Police and St John will have abig 

display on hand showing what happens 

when you dial 111. 

The Culverden Bakery has organised a 

pieeating competition courtesy of 

Simon Clisby and Chris Nevin. 

Staying with the food theme, Akaroa 

King Salmonwill be at the Amuri Show. 

The smallest oceanbased King 

At the helm ... Amuri A&P Show copresidents Marie and Guy Blomfield. 

Salmon farmer on the planet will be 

hosting talks about their operations, 

which include the hatchery here in the 

Amuri Basin and their sea farm at 

Akaroa. 

And don’t forget about the classic A&P 

show event the sheep shearing. 

It's an age old tradition of the show, 

with events starting at 10am. This year it 

is run by alocal shearing contractor Mel 

Morgan with assistance from Dick 

Moriarty and sheep provided by alocal 

farmer. 

Agreat spectacle for all to watch. 

The popular Top Team competition is 

back again for 2026. 

‘‘We have had agreat response from 

all the schools in the Amuri district to 

send teams to take part in the Interschool 

Top Team Challenge. 

‘‘In collaboration with Sport 

Canterbury, it has proved to be agreat 

way for schools to take part and have a 

lot of fun at the Amuri Show.’’ 

The annual Rotherham School Corn 

sale is also on again, so keep an eye out 

PHOTO: JOHN COSGROVE 

for this community fundraiser. 

The Amuri A&P Show kicks off early 

on Saturday, March 7, with some events 

starting as early as 7am. 

Gate prices at the Rotherham 

Showgrounds are $15 for those 17 years 

and above, $5 for children over five 

years of age, and toddlers are free. 

An onlineonly family pass of $35 is 

also offered. 

Following the Grand Parade at 

2.30pm, there willbeaSteer Riding 

show organised by Jono Reed, before the 

everpopular community barbecue 

starts at 5pm. 

‘‘Marie and Iare looking forward to a 

long and funfilled day on Saturday and 

welcome all our friends and visitors to 

the Amuri District,’’ Guy says. 

The couple are dairy farmers near 

Rotherham, and Marie is athirdgeneration 

member of the Amuri A&P 

association. 

Hergrandfather was the association 

president in 1978, and her aunt, Cynthia 

Gardner, was the vicepresident in2011. 

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Axemen’stocontest trans-Tasman series 

The 110th Amuri A&P Show will be 

hosting its firstever transTasman test 

series for Axemen. 

In ahighly visual show, woodchopping 

teams from New Zealand and Australia 

–full of world champions and world 

record holders, will face off around 

noon on each of the three days of the 

competition Friday to Sunday, March 6 

to 8, in athreetest series that combines 

six elements from anormal wood cutting 

competition into asuperfast action 

packed relay spectacle. 

Test series organiser, Kelly Earl, a 

longtime exponent of the sport of 

woodchopping and sawing in New 

Zealand, says the public will have to be 

fast to catch these talented axemen in 

action, as the team relay is all over and 

done with in under two minutes. 

“They arejust so fast, the judges have 

to keep avery close eye on the teams, but 

the talent on show will be amazing, and 

it’s great to see them all come to the 

Amurishow this year.” 

It is the eighth year the Amuri A&P 

showhas held wood cutting displaysand 

competitions, and in 2026, two world 

titles will also be up forgrabs. 

They are the 350mm underhand and 

350mm standing titles. 

Alongside the world’s best axemen, 

there will be 60 axemen of all ages and 

skill levels competing in all the usual 

woodchopping and sawing 

competitions, which have become a 

majorattraction at A&P shows up and 

down the country in recent years. 

Kelly says New Zealand's top axeman, 

Jack Jordan from Taumarunui, is again 

returning to the show. 

“He won the Stihl Timbersports World 

Championship individual title last year, 

and as New Zealand’s top axeman, he 

has won World titles three times, 

scoring his first title when he was just 

18. 

“ITM, Craigmore Farming and RD 

Petrol have been very generous with 

their sponsorship, and this has allowed 

us to attract the best in the world to our 

tournament,” saysKelly. 

He says the task of finding the best 

AMURIA&P ASSOCIATION 

110th ANNUAL SHOW 

Saturday,March 7th, 2026,Rotherham Showgrounds 

Programme of Events(Approximatecommencement times) 

8.00am 

8.30am 

9.00am 

9.30am 

StockHorse 

Horse&Pony-DistrictClass 

DogTrials 

Woodchopping 

ProduceShed&SheepJudging. Allentries to 

be in by 8.45am 

10.00am Sheep Shearing CompetitionStarts 

10.15am PieEatingCompetition –Entertainment tent 

10.30am TopTeamInter-SchoolCompetition –Sport 

Canterbury. Sponsored by PGGWrightson. 

11.00am Novelty ShearingCompetition –Entertainment 

Tent 

11.00am Show JumpingClasses start 

11.30am PetLamb&PetDog Judging 

11.30am Family look-a-likecompetition 0-2yrs &3-5 

Yrs. Entertainmenttent 

12.00pm North CanterburyAerialArtsdemonstration 

beside entertainmenttent 



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wood in the country to challenge the 

competitors over the three days started 

months ago. 

“Last month Idrove to Tokoroa to pick 

up aload of topquality Pine sawing logs 

from there, and thanks to Dalzell 

Contractors, who donated awhole stand 

of poplars, we have top logs for all the 

other categories.” 

Kelly says the Kiwis have assembled 

an awesome team to compete against the 

Aussies, but there are so many world 

champs and record holders in both 

teams that people willhave to come 

along each day to see them all in action. 

12.00pm Lexi Sandfordsinging (oppositethe Presidents 

tent) 

12.00pm Produceshedopens 

12.30pm Akaroa Salmon exhibition–EntertainmentTent 

1.15 pm Presentation of TradeExhibitorsofthe year 

Presentation of Amuri A&P AssociationYoung 

AchieversAward (byPast President) 

President’sSpeech,Mayor 

Terrier Race 

1.30 pm GrandParadeLed by theMcAlpines North 

CanterburyPipeBand&Lolly Scramble 

2.00 pm HunterRounds startinthe ring 

2.45pm CavellLeitchSheep countingCompetition 

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3.00pm Steer Riding 

4.00pm Shedtobecleared/Prizestobecollected from 

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For more than 60 years, Murray 

Hartnell has been involved in the 

Amuri A&P Show. 

He has lived in the districtall his 

life, and has followed in the footsteps 

of his father, Harold and grandfather 

George who are past presidents of both 

the Amuri and the Canterbury shows. 

“I’vealways had ties with the Amuri 

show, as it is agreat way to bring 

together all the districts contained 

within the Amuri Basin. 

“It gets us to come together, and over 

the years I’ve seen it change from 

being aprimarily agricultural show to 

the wonderful mix of town and country 

it is today.” 

“In the ’40s and ’50s, we had no steer 

riding or wood chopping. We just had 

sheep and cattle with some dairy. 

‘‘Now, today it’s all about the dairy 

farms, even the sheep counting has 

gone,’’ he says. 

Murraysays more was done at the 

many working bees held before and 

after the show than at any committee 

meetings. 

“Over the generations, locals have 

always helped us make it what it is 

today. 

‘‘During those working bees, the 

committee would end up sitting 

around the shed and discussing what 

was going to happen and who was 

going to do it. We got more done then, 

than at the monthly meetings. 

‘‘They were great days because 

everyone fullysupported the show, it 

was just who we were.” 

He says many of the families were 

historical landowners or working 

families fromthe many settlements in 

the basin. 

“We all grew up together, so we knew 

everyone, and the men wouldbring the 

sheep and cattle, and our wives helped 

out where they could. 

‘‘Many would come up with new 

ideas to change the reach and appeal 

of the show in the following years. 

Community and family involvement 

have always been acentral part of 

making this show the success it is 

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He says you meet alot of good people 

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Lissington. 

Adairy farmer in Waiau, she trained 

as an accountant and looks at it as a 

very varied but exciting role. 

“I grew up with the show, I've 

literallybeen to the show my whole 

life and this rolemeans Ican now see 

it from the other side, the one behind 

the scenes making it allhappen on the 

day.” 

Her three children are looking 

forward to the big day on March 7. 

“My kids willenjoy the diggers, the 

steer riding, and they are going to be 

involved in the TopTeam 

Competition, and Iget ayummy lunch 

too.” 

“The top teams competitionis 

always alot of fun, and my sons will be 

representing Waiau Schoolagainst all 

the others from the Amuri Basin. It 

will be wet and wild and alot of fun for 

everyone.” 

Makingadifference ... The Amuri A&P Show’s new treasurer, 

Rachel Lissington. 


Team player ... The Amuri A&P Associationhas anew show 

secretary for the 110th show, Cath Ferguson. 


This year, the Amuri A&P Association 

has anew show secretary, Cath 

Ferguson. 

The wife of Waiau Spraying 

Contractor Ben Ferguson, she is also a 

St John Volunteer at Culverden and 

Rangiora. 

“I’ve always been involved with the 

Amuri Show, my parents had asheep 

stud, and we always entered the shows 

around us.” 

She says this year, the challenge for 

her is to make the show profitable and 

continuetoimprove standards. 

“It will be tough in my firstyear, but 

Ihave awonderful group of people 

helpingme, and on March7,I’m 

looking forward to it all running 

smoothly.” 

For Cath, she says she'slooking 

forward to the Steerriding, the pie 

eating and the transTasman wood 

chopping challenge. 

“Those threeare my favourites on 

the day, but don’t forget all the other 

wonderful displays and competitions 

that will be on show.” 

Joining Cath on the show committee 

for this year’ 110th show, is the Amuri 

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8am: Stock Horse, Horse &Pony District Class. 

8.30am: Dog Trials. 

9am: Woodchopping. 

9.30am: Produce Shed &Sheep judging.All entries to be in by 8.45am. 

10am: Sheep Shearing Competition Starts. 

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11.30am Pet Lamb &Pet Dog Judging. 

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12noon: Produce shed opens. 

12.15pm: Akaroa Salmon exhibition –Entertainment Tent. 

1.15pm: Presentation of Trade Exhibitors of the year. 

Presentation of Amuri A&P Association Young Achievers Award (by Past President). 

President’s Speech, Mayor and local MP. 

Terrier Race. 

1.30pm: Grand Parade led by the McAlpines North Canterbury Pipe Band &Lolly 

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2pm: Hunter Rounds start in the ring. 

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By DAVID HILL, 


Reducing the speed limit on State 

Highway 1south of Amberley will 

improve safety, the HurunuiDistrict 

Council says. 

Councillors backed asubmission 

from the Hurunui Road Safety Coordinating 

Committee, which supports 

aproposal to reduce the speed limit on 

the 0.9km stretch of SH1 from 80kph to 

60kph, at acouncil meeting on 

Tuesday, February 24. 

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is 

consulting on proposals to reduce 

speed limits on anumber of sections 

on the South Island’s state highway 

network in response to community 

concerns about safety. 

Councillor David Hislop, who chairs 

the Hurunui Road Safety Coordinating 

Committee, said the 

committee supported the speed limit 

reduction, but would prefer reducing 

it to 50kphtoavoid confusion. 

‘‘If the consultation allows for it, the 

committee firmly believes afurther 

reduction to 50kph is both appropriate 

and warranted.’’ 

He said a50kph speed limit was 

supported by police and by acost 

benefit disclosurestatement. 

The section of SH1 has around11,185 

vehicle movements aday, with around 

17 percent being heavy commercial 

vehicles. 

Atruck stop is also plannedatKell’s 

Kitchen, which is expected to increase 

the frequency of truck entry and exit 

on SH1, Cr Hislop said. 

In the last five years there have been 

seven crashes recorded on this stretch 

of SH1, including at least one serious 

injury crash. 

The cost benefit disclosure 

statement found reducing the speed 

limit to from 80kph to 60kph would 

result in a23% reduction in injury 

crashes. 

It is estimated areduced speed limit 

would add around six seconds to travel 

time. 

Speed limit reductions are also 

proposed on SH1 at both ends of 

Temuka, South Canterbury, and south 

of Rolleston. 

Other proposed speed limit 

reductions include SH75 north of 

Halswell, SH73 at Kirwee and 

Sheffield, SH67 and SH67A at 

Westport south including Buller 

Bridge, and SH7 at Blacks Point, West 

Coast. 

Variable speed zones are also 

proposed for SH1 at Norwood, 

Christchurch, SH73 at Waddington, 

near Darfield, and SH6 at FiveRivers, 

Southland. 

‘‘These proposed changesare highly 

targeted, covering just 12kms of the 

South Island’s 5000km state highway 

network,’’ NZTA director of regional 

relationships James Caygill said. 

‘‘But they will make areal difference 

where it matters most. 

‘‘We’re focused on saving lives and 

reducing serious injuries without 

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Call for dogfree zone 


ARangiora tree lover wants the town’s 

arboretum in the Millton Memorial 

Community Park to be adogfree zone. 

Trevor Wright, aretired horticulturist, 

who was told as apupil of Balclutha’s 

South Otago High School that ‘‘only 

sissies’’ studied horticulture and he 

would be studying agriculture instead, 

says the arboretum is no place for dogs. 

The reason for this is because ‘‘even 

dogs with caring owners poo and wee 

among the trees and leave aresidue 

even if they are cleaned up after’’, he 

says. 

‘‘It is this residue which concerns me. 

Young children, especially in the future, 

will want to cavort on the area between 

the trees, or rest forapicnic lunch 

against the trees and may be in an 

unhealthy environment and being 

unaware of the residue which could be 

adverse.’’ 

Trevor sayshehas seen great numbers 

of dogs and their owners ‘‘wandering 

among the trees’’, in the arboretum 

which is next to the River Road dog park. 

During arecent visit to the arboretum, 

Trevor saw apile of dog poo which had 

been left in the middle of the footpath 

‘‘proving my point that dogs should not 

be allowed in there’’, he says. 

‘‘Dogs do have great exercise areas in 

our Waimakariri (district), whether 

alongside rivers and streams, our lovely 

streets, or places set aside for dogs and 

their owners to enjoy,’’ he says. 

‘‘So, let the dogs have their areas but 

please allow another part of the 

community to have their needs 

fulfilled.’’ 

The arboretum, which is known as the 

Arboretum Grande, should be aplace 

‘‘where folks can enjoy the passive 

atmosphere found among the trees and 

observe the changing of the seasons with 

Treelover ... Trevor Wright is calling for a 

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By DAVID HI L, 


It was hailed as a ‘onestop shop ’ to 

make it quicker and easier to build 

major projects when it pa sed into law 

last December. 

But none of the five North Canterbury 

projects included in the Government’s 

Fasttrack A provals Act have 

progre sed beyond being ‘listed ’ 

projects in the fasttrack proce s. 

They were among 149projects listed 

in the legislation. 

In astatementreleased last w ek, 

Infrastructure Minister ChrisBishop 

and Regional Development Minister 

Shane Jones said around 50 of the 149 

projects had lodged substantive 

a plications with the Environmental 

Protection Authority (EPA), since the 

a provals regime was established in 

February. 

Of those, none have b en a proved so 

far, with the first eight expected to be 

signed o f by the end of the year. 

Proposed housing developments at 

Ōhoka, W odend and west Rangiora 

were listed in the legislation, along with 

the W odend Bypa s and theAmuri 

I rigation Company Ltd’s Balmoral 

water storage facility and fish scr en. 

An EPA spokesperson has confirmed 

none of the five North Canterbury 

projects have lodged substantivefasttrack 

a plications. 

Developers of alisted projectcan 

a ply to theEPA where an ‘expert 

panel’ wi l a se s theprojectand 

consult with ‘directly a fected groups ’. 

Panel convenors determine theextent 

of the consultation, meaning the is no 

guarant e local communities wi l have a 

say. 

There is no timeframe for alisted 

projec to lodge an a plication, the 

spokesperson said. 

When the project list was a nounced 

in October last year, Mr Bishoppointed 

the finger at councils for creating the 

housing crisis. 

‘Speaking in general terms, councils 

have contributed to our housing crisis 

by being overly picky aboutwhere 

housescan be built, ’ he said a the time. 

The W odend and west Rangiora 

developmentshave since b en included 

in the new WaimakaririDistrictPlan 

adopted last month, meaningtheymay 

not n ed to be fasttracked. 

Amuri I rigation Company 

chairperson DavidCroft said the 

company anticipated aresource consent 

would be grantedbyEnvironment 

Canterbury(ECan) in thenextfew 

months, after it was lodged in 2023. 

‘It l oks like thenormal consenting 

proce s wi l be faster. In somewaysit 

would be the ideal situation because 

everybody hashad the chancetohave 

their say in asystem theyare familiar 

with. ’ 

A$20m loan from the Government’s 

Regional Infrastructure Fundwas 

a nounced earlier thismonthfor the 

Balmoral water storageproject. 

The proposed Ōhoka development 

wasrejected from the District Plan, 

afteraprivateplan change requestwas 

rejected by an independent 

commi sioner in November 2023. 

It is sti lsubjec to an Environment 

Court a peal. 

An Environment Courtspokesperson 

said thea pe lant, Carter Group,has 

b en directed to advise the courtby 

August 2 ‘how or whetheritintends to 

proc ed ’. 


developmentpla ning manager Ma t 

Bacon said underthe newDistrictPlan, 

the site of the proposed Ohoka 

development is zoned rura lifestyle. 

It mean the farmland could be subdividedinto 

4halots, but not intoan 

850home developmentasproposed. 

Carter Group was contacted for 

comment but areply hadnot b en 

received by thetime the North 

Canterbury News wen to print. 

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency 

hasb en completing geotech reports as 

it continuesscopingwork for the 

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Ken McIntosh ... Mentoring Hurunui’s learner drivers. 


Key to opportunities 

Ken McIntosh was behind the wheelofhis 

parents 1972 Holden Kingswood when he 

sat his driver licence in Culverden about 

50 years ago. 

He turned up at the countycouncil’s 

office and sat awritten and an oral test, 

and then went for adrive. 

‘‘And then Ihad my licence,’’ Mr 

McIntosh says. 

The former school principal has retired 

back in his home town, and for the past two 

years has been volunteering his time to 

Hurunui District Council’s Driver Mentor 

Programme. 

Mr McIntosh mentors local learner 

drivers wanting to achieve arestricted 

licence. 

He admitsthe testing around driver 

licences is alot more rigorous these days— 

understandable with more traffic and 

faster vehicles —and appreciates the 

challenges learner drivers on the 

programme face. 

‘‘Many do not have access to avehicle to 

learn to drive in, or have anyone available 

to teach them to drive. 

Additionally, he says, travelling to a 

main centre like Rangioratopractice 

navigating traffic lights, roundabouts,Stop 

signs and Give Way signs is athree and a 

half hourroundtrip which is not 

achievable for school students during term 

time, or people who work full time. 

Mr McIntosh said Culverden is great for 

getting used to the vehicle, buttime 

availabilityisanecessity to learn all the 

skills. 

‘‘The effort is worth it for the drivers. It 

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is great when people are focused and 

committed,’’ he says. 

Another challenge for learner drivers in 

Culverden is having accesstoadriver 

mentor from the programme, because at 

the momentthere are not enough. 

Mr McIntosh said its avery rewarding 

part of his week, and encouraged more 

locals like himself with some extra time, to 

help out. 

‘‘Our role is about giving good advice and 

being consistent with the messages learner 

drivers are picking up from their driving 

instructors.’’ 

While mentors are not driving 

instructors,they train so they can work 

alongside and support the instructors 

involved in the programme. 

It is areally good system, and its great to 

be able to support people to get their 

licence to help them open up more 

opportunities. 

The council’s Safer Roads Facilitator 

Emma Feathery said the mentors who 

have given their time in theAmuri area 

have made apositive difference within 

their community. 

‘‘A driver licence can change lives,’’ she 

says. 

But the need is greater than the number 

of mentors available. 

‘‘If you are looking for ameaningful 

volunteering opportunity, pleaseconsider 

joining the Hurunui Community Mentor 

Driver Programme,’’ she says. 

For more information, give Emma acall 

(027 808 4563) or go to hurunui.govt.nz/ 

community/drivermentorprogramme. 

Amuri A&P Show 

The Amuri A&P Association would love ahand on the last couple of working bees they 

are holding before the show on Saturday, March 7. 

Start 9am Friday, February 27, and Friday, March 6, to put up the marquees. After the 

show on Monday, March 9, themarquees,need to come down. Pleasebring your 

gardening implements, weed whackers,shovels, brooms,etc. and safety gear for any 

equipment that may need it. All help would be greatly received. Pleasecontact Guy 

Blomfield 027 220 2471. 

Rangiora Scottish Country Dancing 

The Rangiora Scottish Country Dancing Club is running asixweek introductor, 

beginners course at the Rangiora Methodist Church Hall. It starts on Monday,March 2, 

at 7,30pm. The first night is free. The remainder will cost atotal of $30. No partner 

required, or special equipment. For more information contact Gail 021 298 4712 or Irene 

0212995997.Bring awater bottle and afriend. 

Hotrods to Fernside 

The Hot Rods to Fernside DriveIn Movie Night is on this Friday evening, February 

27. The entrance off O’Rourke Rd opens from 6pm to see ‘Grease’ the Hollywood legend. 

Adults $10, Kids $5, Under 5FREE, Cash and EFTPOS available for this event 

supporting Fernside School. Enquires to 027 371 6823.

Junior,teenage rugby registrations open 

Junior and teenage rugby 

registrations are open in North 

Canterbury. 

Players are urged to registerassoon 

as possible so the North Canterbury 

Rugby Sub Union can get an early 

indication of team numbers from clubs 

at these levels, which will be helpful 

for administrators organising the 

competitions. 

It is also important for clubs to know 

numbers so it can provide the support 

and gear for all its teams. 

The grades provide avariety of 

competitions to cater for players of all 

ages and skills. 

The sub union is keen for anyone at 

high school to let their clubs or the sub 

union know they want to play if there 

is not enough players at their school to 

form ateam. 

North Canterbury sub union chair 

Michelle Tocker says it can be abit of 

apredicament for some high school 

students, but the sub union and their 

local club would be more thanhappy 

to hear from them, and help make up a 

composite side so everyone can play. 

She says Kaiapoi High School did 

not have ateam last season because 

there were not enough players to form 

ateam. However, there were some 

studentskeen to play. 

‘‘We will connect them. It is crucial 

to have young players coming through 

to help grow the game at the grassroots 

level in North Canterbury,’’ says 

Michelle. 

Registrations for all junior players 

can be made through Rugby Xplorer. 

However, if anyone is having trouble 

registering they can connect with 

their club through its website. 

They can also find information on 

the North Canterbury Rugby Sub 

Unions website, or through its 

Facebook page. 

Hit out ... Young players enjoying acompetition game. 

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Todays junior players 

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Clubs have ahuge influence on the 

future of younger players, with many 

club members and parentsspending 

hours making sure their young upandcoming 

members can enjoy 

their rugby and feel part of the club 

family. 

At the end of the day clubs want 

young players to return yearafteryear, 

ensuring that many of them 

will return to play their premier 

rugby for the clubs, or go on to win 

representative honours. 

Clubs and its family of volunteers 

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Clubswant to ensure players enjoy 

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feel part of ateam. 

While it may seem some turn up 

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it doesn’t matter —it is getting them 

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Rangiora Toyota RuralLife 

NZPork calls for simplified planning 

NZPork is calling on the Government 

to strengthen proposed planning laws 

to ensure New Zealand’s pig farmers 

can continue producing highquality, 

locally born and raised pork for New 

Zealanders. 

Brent Kleiss, chief executivesays 

NZPork supports the intent of the 

Planning Bill and Natural 

Environment Bill to simplify planning 

and make it easier to get things done, 

however there are areas where the 

legislation must do more to protect 

productive rural land. 

‘‘We want to see asystem that 

recognises food production as acore, 

and enduring purpose of rural land. 

‘‘New Zealand pig farmers work hard 

to produce 100 percent locally born 

and raised pork, meeting high animal 

welfare and environmental 

standards,’’ he says. 

More than 60 per cent of the pork 

consumed in New Zealand is imported, 

much of it produced to lower 

standards. 

‘‘We need legislation that ensures 

our farmers can keep doing what they 

do best, while protecting thequality 

and safety of the food on our plates.’’ 

Mr Kleiss said the Bill’s success will 

depend on clear, consistent national 

Call forchanges ... NZPork is calling forasystem which recognises food production as 

acore, and enduring purpose of rural land. 


direction. 

‘‘Decisions made at the top will 

shape land use for decades. 

‘‘Strong guidance is welcome, but 

safeguards are essential to prevent 

frequent or politically driven changes 

that could undermine farmers ability 

to plan, invest and operate.’’ 

NZPork is urging the Government to 

make sure permitted activity rules 

genuinely enable farmers to operate 

withoutunnecessary red tape, and that 

biosecurity and essentialwater use for 

animal health are explicitly protected. 

Akey focus for NZPork is reverse 

sensitivity, making sure new 

developments like housing or 

businessesdon’t interfere with 

establishedfarms. 

‘‘Farming comes with realities that 

are part of everyday life on the land, 

says Mr Kleiss. 

‘‘Planning rules should recognise 

that and make it clear thatfarmers can 

carry on their work without 

unnecessary obstacles. 

‘‘This was recommended in the 

Governments Expert Advisory Group 

report. 

‘‘ Our pig farmers are proud to supply 

New Zealanders with highquality, 

safe and sustainably produced pork. 

‘‘The changes we are advocating will 

give them the confidence and clarity 

they need to keep doing that, while 

supporting balanced, practical 

outcomesfor the environment and 

rural communities.’’ 

BrightSIDEscholarship for Jessica Kilday 

Jessica Kilday has been awarded the 

South Island Dairy event’s BrightSIDE 

Scholarship, recognising her 

commitment to furthering her education 

and future career in the New Zealand 

dairy industry. 

Jessica is studying towards aBachelor 

of Agriculture at Lincoln University and 

recently completed her second year of 

study. 

She is in her third and final year,and 

plans to tailor her degree towards the 

dairy sector. 

‘‘The Bachelor of Agriculture has 

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‘‘I’ve gained exposure to animal 

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With her final year largely made up of 

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She intends to enrol in Dairy 

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‘‘I want to build adegree that gives me 

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‘‘These courses will help me better 

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The BrightSIDE Scholarship has been 

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It reflects SIDE’s commitment to 

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Jessica Kilday 

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ByJOHN COSGROVE 

Woodend’s Lew Grant hasn’t missed 

attending the annual SoundofThunder 

BEARs meeting at Ruapuna since he 

started racing there over 40 years ago. 

‘‘Someone told me I’m now the longest, 

continuously competing, racer in the 

field, as Ihaven’t missed any of the 

meetings since afriendand Istarted 

racing there, acouple of years after the 

first one,’’ says the retiredtechnician. 

British, European andAmerican 

Racing’s (BEARS) Sound Of Thunder 

(SOT) race meeting is held every year on 

the last weekend of February. 

Lew, alifelong motorcycle enthusiast 

and racer, says he used to ride aNorton 

Commando to work, and back in the mid 

1980s, amate told him about the 

wonderful SoundofThunder race 

meeting coming up at Ruapuna. 

‘‘So Icovered my headlight withapaint 

tin lid and put anumber on it, and we 

went along to scrutineeringonthe Friday 

evening, then happily raced allweekend. 

‘‘On Monday morning, Iput mynormal 

number plate back on and went towork. It 

was pretty casual back then,’’ hesays. 

‘‘I have loved racing there over the 

years, it is agreat event with alot of 

friends on the grids and in the paddock. 

‘‘My wife Sandra and Ilove camping 

there from Thursday to Monday. There is 

awonderful crew who alwayscamp there, 

and it’sagreat way to catch up with old 

friends. We meet so manypeople who 

come from all over to attend the meeting.’’ 

Lew says he has raced all over the 

country over the years, competing in local 

and national series on both purposebuilt 

racetracks now no longer in use and 

street circuits such as Gracefield, 

Hawkesbury and others, which have all 

disappeared into the history books. ‘‘I 

even raced twice at Cust before they 

Having fun ... Lew Grant of Woodend keeps his Norton Dominator 755 ahead of Tony Mason’s Buell ofBlenheim, in the 500open Britten 

Museum Classics races at the 2026 Bears Sound of thunder held over the weekend at Ruapuna. 


sealed the circuit, it wasfun on the gravel, 

Ican tell you.’’ 

The Sound of Thunder began in 1983 at 

Ruapuna, and was organised by 

motorcycle racers concerned that 

Japanese race bikes were dominating the 

national motorcycle series as they were 

much faster than the British and 

American machines of the day. It has also 

been the launch pad for the famous John 

Britten motorcycles, one of which was on 

show over the weekend. 

Lew says today BEARs racing is 

dominated by European machines full of 

electronic riding aids. 

‘‘We saw how fragile these electronic 

riding aids are when one bike went into 

limp mode for whatever reason, just as 

the flag fell, and another rider sadly 

crashed into the bike, ending up in the 

hospital. The same thing happened at a 

national race meeting in Teretonga afew 

weeks ago.’’ 

‘‘I prefer racing on my Norton 

Dominator 755. It’s old school, but it’s still 

awhole lot of fun,’’ he says. ‘‘Sandra used 

to race a350 Ducati at the SOT as well, 

back when Ialso raced aDucati up and 

down the country. Ieven managed to race 

on her bike acouple of times at SOT.’’ 

Accolades grow for Jake’swinning streak 


Rangiora’s Jake Lewis continuestogain 

accolades as he expands on his winning 

streak in the New Zealand Superbike 

Championship’sSuperSports 

competition to 18 straight wins. 

His father, aformer national champ in 

the same class, says noone on this side 

of the world has ever amassed such a 

high number of continuous wins in a 

national race class. 

‘‘Jake hasn’t been beaten at anational 

points meeting since February2024, and 

he’s scored pole in every race bar one, 

that’s quite an achievement,’’ says Rob. 

Jake, aformer internationalrace 

champion, rides for the KMD Yamaha 

New Zealand team on aYamaha 

YZR600, and this year is looking forward 

to earning his fifth New Zealand title 

after dominating the first two rounds. 

He also has five New Zealand Grand 

Prix titles under his belt as well, scoring 

the latest earlier this month. 

His wife Avalon Lewis (nee Biddle) is 

also aformer NZ SuperSports champion 

and is well known as New Zealand’s only 

fulltime racer on the FIM Women's 

Circuit Racing World Championship 

(WorldWCR), apremier womenonly 

motorcycle racing series established by 

the FIM and Dorna in 2024 to promote 

women in motorsport. 

She is heading off in acouple of weeks 

to Europe to begin her 2026 campaign, 

hoping to improve on her fifth placing 

overall last year. 

For Jake it means he has to juggle a 

new workpostingtoBrisbane and anew 

role as he takes on the role of looking 

after their young son Nash. 

Jake works forthe Christchurch 

owned Link Engine Management 

Systems as their South East Asian 

manager. 

He saysitwill be achallenging year 

ahead for both him and Avalon but they 

are both enjoying their racing and 

raising their son together. 

Winning streak ... Rangiora’s Jake Lewis 

in action. 


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GARDENING 


YOUR lOcalspecialists 

fORallYOUR gaRdeningneeds 

Creating fragrances from your garden 

Fill your home with the scent of 

your garden by creating natural 

room sprays and blends using 

fragrant plants. Word: Marilyn 

Wightman.Courtesy 2026 Kiwi 

Gardener Journal — 

kiwigardenermagazine.co.nz. 

Many herbs, fruitsand flowers smell 

delightful, and you can bring these 

appealing scents indoors to scent the 

home. 

Here are three ways you can capture 

the scents of different aromatic plants 

to perfumeyou home: home drying 

herbs to add fragrance to aroom; 

making potpourri from amix of dried 

plant material; and creatingherbal 

room sprays. 

Homedried herbs 

Processyour own herbs from the 

garden to freshen, sweeten and scent 

the air in the home. On adry day, 

preferablyinthe morning, harvest 

herbal material by trimming the plant 

to agood shape. Spread thecuttings on 

to clean newspaper. Aspare bed that’s 

out of direct sunlight is agood place for 

this. After 10 days, strip theleaves and 

flowers off the stalks and store them in 

lidded jars or plastic bags to use as 

required. Label each containerwith 

the variety and date it was harvested. 

Homedried herbs ... Dried herbs can addfragrance to aroom, or mixed to create aherbal 

spray. 

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As ageneral rule, dried herbs can be 

used up to ayear after harvesting and 

drying. 

Potpourri 

Mix togetherdried petals, flowers and 

leaves, and place them in asuitable 

container—wood, porcelain,glassor 

pottery bowls work well. Place 

containers of potpourri where needed 

around the house —onsideboards, 

coffee tables, shelves and benches. 

Give them adaily stir with your fingers 

to keep releasing the fragrance. 

Experiment with different materials. 

For example, try addingcinnamon 

sticks, cloves andother spices. Use 

TheOneStopShop 

ForAHealthy& 

Colourful Garden 

what you grown to create your own mix. 

Herbal room spray 

Make aherbal room spray from an 

infusion of fresh or dried herbs.Small 

glass or plastic spray bottles are 

readily obtainable and come in various 

sizes. 

Ingredients 

1cup boiling water 

1tbsp dried English lavenderflowers 

1tbsp dried citrus peel 

1tbsp fresh lemon balm 

1tsp vodka or gin. 

Method 

Place the dried herbs in asmall bowl. 

Pour over the boiling water. Cover with 

asaucer and leave until cold When 

cool, add 1teaspoon of vodka or gin to 

preserve the mix. Strain off the herbal 

matter and pourliquid into aspray 

bottle. This keeps longer stored in the 

fridge when not in use. 

Try these scent sensations 

Roses —grow highly fragrant rose 

varieties and use the petal. Darkcoloured 

petals dry best. 

Lemon verbena (Aloysia citrodora), a 

herbal tree that has tangy lemon tones. 

Use the leaves and flowers. 

Mexicanmarigold (Tagetes 

lemmonii) —strong citrus scents that 

are musky and masculine.use all parts. 

Makrut lime (Citrus hystrix) —make 

use of this herbal tree’s uniquely 

scented leaves.

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The Pines Beach 118 DunnsAvenue 

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Rangiora 180 NorthbrookRoad 

Woodend 56 Paget Drive 

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Leithfield 7John LeithPlace 

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Maurice Newell 

M 027 240 1718 

Rangiora 28ChesterfieldPlace 

West Eyreton 581 Pesters Road 

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M 027 240 1718 

AllieMiller 

M 027 398 3752 

Amberley 128 Amberley Beach Road 

Rangiora 11 Collingwood Place 

SOLD 

SOLD 

Country escape right on Amberley'sdoorstep 

Beautifully established grounds, extensive shedding, and just ashort strolltoshops andthe 

beach-this lifestyle property is arare find so close to town.Atruly picturesquesetting awaits 

asyou arrive via the tree-lineddriveway of 128Amberley Beach Road. The spacious, countrystyle 

homeiswarm, welcoming, and well-presented, enjoying views of our localMtGrey. 

There's plentyofpotential here toofor those looking to make it theirown andadd their 

personaltouch.Generous in size,the home currently offers largebedrooms and three 

expansive livingareas, with easy scope to reconfigurefor additional bedroomsifdesired. 

3 2 2 2 

AllieMiller 

M 027 398 3752 

Leigh Miller 

M 021 308202 

Your smart start! 

Here's ahome that will make your decision to buy making easy!Well-presented,comfortable 

and centrally positioned on asubstantial rear section, thisproperty offers an ideal starting 

point for first-home buyers or anyone looking for asmart, low-maintenance move.What's 

inside: Inside you'll find light-filled living spaces that flow well andfeel immediately inviting, 

thehome hasbeen freshly paintedand has near-new carpetthroughout. Thepractical 

kitchen sits at theheart of thehome, offering dishwasher, gas cooking,good storage and 

connection to the dining and lounge areas. Three well-proportioned bedrooms provide 

flexibility. 

3 2 2 3 

Aaron Clark 

M 027 873 5121 

Loburn 109Henrys Ford Road 

Rangiora 31 Angus Place 

SOLD 

SOLD 

Privacy, views, andsheds! 

Seton4ha downapeaceful, private road, this impressive lifestyle property captures the 

essence of countryliving, with expansive views, outstanding sheds, andamodern family 

home designed for comfort and connection. The location is unbeatable, offeringaccessto 

fantastic river walking tracks, excellent horse and mountain bike ridingroads, andthe 

popular LoburnSchooljust ashort drive away. The contemporary three-bedroom, twobathroom 

home combines style and functionality with light-filledopen-plan living spaces 

that flow seamlesslyoutdoors. 

3 2 2 1 

Big on style. Bigger on lifestyle! 

Positioned at thehead of aquiet cul-de-sac and bordering abeautifulreserve, thisstylish 

home delivers modern living done right. Stylish, spaciousand seriously well thought out, this 

is ahome thatworks hard so you don't have to! What's inside:Fromthe moment you step 

in, the quality is obvious. Thefloor plan flows effortlessly, with two generous livingareas 

giving everyone space -whetherthat's family time, entertaining or simplyswitching off. The 

master suiteisastandout.Think walk-in robe, sleektiled shower andacalm,hotel-style feel 

you';ll love coming home to. Addinadesigned kitchen with plumbed fridge. 

3 2 2 

Leigh Miller 

M 021 308 202 

Aaron Clark 

M 027 873 5121 


Proudtobehere

Loburn 61 Loburn WhiterockRoad 

Loburn 399 BarkersRoad 

SOLD 

SOLD 

Executivelifestyle retreat! 

Privatelytucked away at theend of the long driveway, thisbuilder's own design and build 

wascompletedin2010. Clad in timeless Plyand Batten, it blends modernstyle with practical 

living -all setagainst astunningrural backdrop! The home offers fourbedrooms andthree 

bathrooms, including aspacious master suite, alongsidetwo living rooms,agym, astudyand 

avast gamesroom designed for entertaining! At the heart of thehome sits the central 

kitchen, completewith stone benchtops, qualityappliancesincludingaSmeg oven, Bosch 

dishwasher and plumbed fridge -itisperfectly designed forquintessential kiwi living! 

4 3 3 2 

Motivated vendors -thisproperty must be sold 

Short Deadline, LIMavailable, do not missout on thisone! With our vendorshaving already 

purchased elsewhere, this outstanding 4ha lifestyle opportunityinthe heart of sought-after 

Loburn is now seriouslyfor sale. Withaview of the hills anddesigned to embrace space, 

privacy and modern comfort, this 2012-built homeoffers the lifestyle so manybuyers are 

chasing and opportunities like this are rarely available.The well-appointed home features 

four generous bedrooms, two bathrooms and adedicated office, ideal for families or those 

working from home. 

4 2 1 2 

Aaron Clark 

M 027 873 5121 

Leigh Miller 

M 021 308 202 

Leithfield 20 Mclean Drive 

Rangiora 10 GrantPlace 

SOLD 

SOLD 

Must be soldatauction! 

With planslocked in, the vendorsare committedtoselling.This sought-after property must 

besold at auction andrepresentsanexceptional buyingopportunity. This contemporary 

Mike Greer Home combines style, space, and versatility, featuringthree bedrooms, two 

bathrooms, andgenerousopen-plan living.Designedwith family livinginmindwith openplan 

living area, asunny, separate lounge and stylish kitchen complete withawalk-in pantry 

and Sue Kelly filter system.Year-round comfortisensured with two heatpumps, alog burner, 

heat transfersystem,ceiling fans in all rooms and double glazingthroughout. 

5 3 3 2 

Prime Commercial/Industrial Opportunity 

Situated in the heart of Rangiora's busy industrial sector,10Grant Place presentsan 

outstanding opportunity forbusinesses seeking apractical, well-configured workspace in a 

highly sought-after location. With afloorarea of approximately 270m2 set on 843m2 of 

land, this property offers excellent functionality androom to grow. Thebuilding features a 

generous workshop area with multiple access points, including front,rear,and sidedoors, 

making daily operations smooth and efficient. Upstairs, acomfortable smoko room 

equipped with aheat pump and kitchenette provides apleasant break space. 

Kiara Tinirau-Philps 

M 027 545 4272 

Aaron Clark 

M 027 873 5121 

Ohoka 2KeetlyPlace 

Eyrewell 1136 PoyntzsRoad 

SOLD 

SOLD 

Abloominggoodhome! 

This timeless Oamaru stone home melds together classic style, easy family living, and 

gardens thattruly steal the show. From the moment you arrive, there'safeeling-that gentle 

senseofwarmththatonly comesfrom ahome that's been lived in, loved,and cherished.It 

welcomes you in, wraps itselfaround you, and quietly hints that it's ready forits nextchapter 

with someone who'll adore it just as much! What's inside:Stepinside and instantlyfeel the 

comfort of ahome that has been cared for. Its classic Oamaru stoneconstruction givesita 

sense of permanence, whilethe 220sqm layoutoffersfamilyfriendly living. 

4 2 2 2 

The perfect lifestyle package 

The hard work has already been done for you here.Thisimmaculate lifestyle property offers 

not one, but two dwellings, allset up and ready to enjoy.The main 115m2 home features 

three bedroomsand twobathrooms, complete with stylish polished concrete floorsand a 

thoughtful layout designed foreasy living. The secondary 58m2 dwelling is amodernonebedroom, 

one-bathroom home, perfect for extendedfamily and guests. Outdoors, the 

property trulyshines. With 12 well-fenced paddocks connectedbyapracticallaneway 

system, managing stock or horses is abreeze. 

3 2 1 

Aaron Clark 

M 027 873 5121 

AllieMiller 

M 027 398 3752 

Waipara 170 ChurchRoad 

Flaxton 144 Revells Road 

SOLD 

SOLD 

Youropportunity 

Due to acollapsed sale,this 1.5065 ha lifestyle block is available again.The property 

featuresafour-bedroom character villa offeringtwo livingareas, two logburners,one 

bathroom, and aseparate toilet. The upgraded kitchen includes apantry, andthe home also 

has aseparate internal laundry. Extensive paintinghas been completed, with new carpet in 

parts of the home. Astandout feature is thelarge five-bay shed with anattached workshop. 

All baysare concreted and fully wired with lighting and power points. The land is mainlyflat 

with agully andincludes established trees, fruit trees, shelter belts, and one unit of county 

water. 


4 1 


M 027 240 1718 

Fraser Ibbotson 

M 021 574 037 

Space, practicality and potential 

Set on 3.73 ha of land, this property offers an exceptionalopportunityfor those seeking 

space, practicality, and rural lifestyle appeal -all whilebeing superblypositioned just minutes 

from both Rangiora and Kaiapoi, and witheasy access to the motorway for convenient 

commuting. Asubstantial 216m2 five-bay shed forms the hub of the property, complete 

with two6mx3m studiospaces, Well-built cattleyardsenablesafe andeasy stock handling. 

Backing ontothe main road,the location provides aprime opportunityfor thosewanting to 

make use of itsprominent positionfor high-profile signageorbusiness exposure. 

Ethan Harris 

M 021 157 1484 


M 027 240 1718 

Proudtobehere

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Rangiora’sPremier Eco-Friendly Community 

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townsendfields.co.nz 

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027 4906 042 |03313 6158 

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Four Seasons Realty 

Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd|LicensedAgent REAA 2008 

WELCOMING 

DAMIAN PELAEZ 

TOTHE FOURSEASONS 

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Damianisanenthusiasticand results-driven real estate professional, 

passionate about helpingclientsachievetheirproperty goals. He brings 

awealth of transferableskills from his background in mediasales, account 

management,and property investment, combined with decades of handsonexperienceinthe 

buildingand renovation sectors. 

Damian’sexperience negotiatingdeals, building strong relationships, 

and understanding property valueallows him to deliverexceptional 

resultsfor clients. He hasapracticalunderstandingofhomes, 

renovations,and what makes aproperty desirable, givinghim an edgein 

marketing and selling houses effectively. 

He is excitedtoconnect with anyone looking to buyorsellproperty 

andtodemonstratehow hisskills and experiencecan make a 

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DAMIAN PELAEZ 

021 2533733 |03 313 6158 

damian.pelaez@harcourts.co.nz 

We make 

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possible 

Licensed Agent REAA 

2008 

Damian 

Four Seasons Realty

NEW LISTING 

Fernside 249Plaskett Road 

Versatile dairy-lifestyle zoning 

Holmcroft Farm presentsanoutstanding opportunity to secure aproductive, lifestyle zoneirrigated dairy farm in a 

verydesirable location. Comprisingapproximately82.3 hectares intotal, fully irrigated, the property is efficiently 

laid outwithtwo road frontagesand supported withreliableirrigation. Two Briggs Rotorainersprovide 

dependablecoverage, approximately 200 cows are milked annually making this an ideal turnkey dairyorlifestyle 

opportunity. Established infrastructureincludes a24ASHB dairyshed, three main laneways designedfor efficient 

milkingand ease of stock management.Approximately 150cows arewintered on farm, giving operational 

independence and convenience.Awell-maintained, four-bedroom home offers comfortable family living plus selfcontained 

sleepout. 

bayleys.co.nz/5529621 

82.3343 ha 

For Sale by Deadline Private Treaty 

(unless soldprior) 

12pm, Mon 30 Mar 2026 

3Deans Avenue, Chch 

Phonefor viewing times 

Peter Foley 021 754 737 

Jack Pringle 027 533 4820 

WHALAN ANDPARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THEREA ACT2008 

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Boundarylines are indicative only 

Tuahiwi 20 and 28 GreensRoad 

Twotitles, oneuniqueopportunity 

•In an establishedrural setting neareveryday conveniences,this landholding spans twotitles, offering lifestyle 

opportunitiesfor families, future plans, or long-term ownership. 

•20GreensRoad (1.3ha) featuresanearlyhomesteadamid mature trees, offering privacy andpotentialfor further 

restoration. 

•Next door, 28 Greens Road adds 2.37ha ofbare landwith quality soils and shelter belts, ideal for grazing, planting, 

orinvestment. 

•Together, they provide asubstantialrural basenearTuahiwi School and ashort drivetoWoodend and Rangiora. 

Rarelyavailable in North Canterbury,thisopportunity warrants attention. 


3.7155 ha 

DeadlineSale (unless soldprior) 

1pm, Wed 11 Mar 2026 

251-253 High Street, Rangiora 

View by appointment 

Jack Pringle 027 533 4820 

jack.pringle@bayleys.co.nz 

Mark Pringle 027 4333334 

WHALAN ANDPARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDUNDER THEREA ACT2008 

bayleys.co.nz

MOTIVATED VENDOR 

Cheviot 4LevinRoad 

Hanmer Springs 16 Mt Isobel Place 

Move in ready-must be sold 

Time is ticking and this home needs anew owner 

sooner ratherthan later. This moderntownship home 

offers relaxed livingwithall the comforts that make 

everyday lifeenjoyable -ideal for families, couples, or 

those planning ahead. Sitting elevatedwith all-day 

sun,the home feels bright, warm, and uplifting yearround. 

With motivated owners and clear instructions 

tosell, nowisthe idealtimetosecureahome that will 

supportyour lifestyleand future needs. Current RV - 

$640,000 

bayleys.co.nz/5529265 

3 1 2 2 1 

Asking Price $620,000 

View 12.15-1pmSun 1Mar or by appointment 

Julie Graham 027 622 2003 

julie.graham@bayleys.co.nz 

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDREAA2008 

Terraceposition, stunning 

views, exceptionalliving 

Elevated to capture breathtaking mountain views, 16 

Mt Isobel Placeoffers space, privacy andcomfort. 

Spanning 225sqm,the home features expansiveopenplan 

living that flows seamlessly to sun-soaked 

decking and patios, perfect forentertaining or 

relaxingintotalprivacy.Five bedrooms include a 

private master suite with ensuite and direct deck 

access. An internal accessdouble garageand lowmaintenancegroundscomplete 

this exceptional 

alpine retreat. Enquire now to arrange your viewing! 


789 sqm 5 2 2 

Asking Price $1,195,000 

View 2-2.30pm Sat 28 Feb 

&12-12.30pm Sun 1Mar or by appointment 

Harley Manion 021 1498050 

harley.manion@bayleys.co.nz 

Charlotte McGuire 027 8722573 

charlotte.mcguire@bayleys.co.nz 

WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDREAA2008 

NEW LISTING 

Pegasus 56 The Esplanade 

Rangiora 16A Wales Street 

Couples retreat, built to 

Europeanstandards 

Built in 2021, this home deliversthe perfectbalance of 

energy efficiency and wellness.Warminwinter.Cool 

in summer.Quiet and energyefficient year-round. 

Unwind in the spa pool, enjoythe outdoor sauna, 

refresh under the hotand cold outdoor shower,or 

relax in the indoor steamshower. This crafted 

residence offers arare opportunity to securea 

European-inspired sanctuary forthose wholove the 

outdoors and want to embrace ahealthy, active 

lifestyle. 

2 2 2 2 

Deadline Sale (unless soldprior) 


251-253 HighStreet,Rangiora 

View Sun 1-1.30pm 

Lance Farrant 021 419815 

l.farrant@bayleys.co.nz 

Aaron Laing 027 747 2833 

aaron.laing@bayleys.co.nz 

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDREAA2008 

Urgent sale 1,608sqmvacant 

site 

Zoned MRZ -Medium DensityResidential Zone 

Opportunitieslike thisfor development are rare in 

central Rangiora -and thisone must be sold. My 

clients have purchased andare on the move. 

My instructionsare clear to selland each and every 

offer mustbepresented. 


1,608 sqm 

Deadline Sale (unlesssold prior) 


251-253 High Street, Rangiora 

Phone for viewingtimes 

Lance Farrant 021 419815 

l.farrant@bayleys.co.nz 

WHALANAND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSEDREAA2008 


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NewListing/OpenHome 

DEADLINE SALE 

83 Acacia Avenue, Rangiora 

If you're living in something that's too big, too small, too old - 

or you'd simply like tofree upsome cash and simplify life - 

this home deserves your attention. Ourowners have 

genuinely loved the effortless lifestyle this surprisingly 

spacious and affordable home has delivered, but they've 

committed elsewhere and nowitmust be sold. 

raywhitemorrisandco.co.nz/RAN32222 

Ray WhiteMorris&CoRealEstate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008) 

DeadlineSale 

Alloffers presentedat12pm, 

Wednesday18March, 2026 

(unlesssold prior) 

View 

Saturday 1.00-1.30pm 

Sunday 2.00-2.30pm 

3A2B2L1D2J700F 

Daph O'Rourke 

027 8837993 

daph.orourke@raywhite.com 

Stuart Morris 

027 422 6395 

stuart.morris@raywhite.com 



AUCTION 

59 Rands Road, Fernside 

4A2B2L3J4G 

AUCTION 

105C Church Street, Rangiora 

2A1B1L1I1J 

Thoughtfullydesigned and 

expertly built, this impressive 

312m2, four-bedroom residence 

commands attention. Set ona 

unique 4-hectare terraced 

riverside block, it brings 

together sophistication, 

practicality and natural beauty in 

one exceptional offering. 

Auction 

4pm, Thursday 19 March, 

2026 at RayWhite 

Rangiora (unless sold prior) 

View 

Saturday 2.00-2.30pm 

Sunday3.00-3.30pm 

Stuart Morris 

027 4226395 

stuart.morris@raywhite.com 

Daph O'Rourke 

027883 7993 

daph.orourke@raywhite.com 

Tucked away at the rear for 

added peace and privacy, this 

delightful two-bedroom 

townhouse on across-lease title 

offers easy-care living inahighly 

sought-afterRangiora location. 

•Spacious living 

•Heat pump 

•Single garage 

Auction 

4pm, Thursday12March 

2026 at RayWhite 

Rangiora (unless sold prior) 

View 

Saturday&Sunday, 

12.00-12.30pm 

Marijke(Ma-rye-ka) Sheppard 

027461 6127 

marijke.sheppard@raywhite.com 

AmySheppard 

027 374 0493 

amy.sheppard@raywhite.com 


RayWhiteMorris &CoReal Estate LimitedLicensed (REAA 2008) 


RayWhite Morris &CoReal Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL 

NEW LISTING 

NEW LISTING 

AMBERLEY 22 Claremont Crescent 

Private and Easy Living inPrime Location 

Well positioned on a706sqm fenced sectioninthe 

heart of Oakfields,this modern three-bedroom, twobathroom 

home offers privacy,style, and superb 

indoor-outdoor flow. The elegant kitchen, neutral 

décor, and spacious living areasopen to asunny patio 

perfect for entertaining. Year-roundcomfort is ensured 

withagas fireand two heat pumps. Theprimary suite 

includes an en suite and walk-inwardrobe, while 

ample storage, adouble garagewith workshop, sheds, 

and established gardens complete this move-in-ready 

property close to Amberley amenities. 

3 2 2 

OFFERS OVER $809,000 

CONSIDERED 

VIEW 2.15-2.45pm, 

Saturday 28 February 

Maria Rickerby 

M 027 563 1733 

E mrickerby@pggwrightson.co.nz 

Ruby Burney 

M 027 312 3533 

E ruby.burney@pggwrightson.co.nz 

WAIPARA 53 GlenmarkDrive 

Hidden Treasure With Opportunities Galore 

Escape to peace in the Waipara wine region. This 

moderntwo-bedroom tiny home offers stunning 

countryside views and effortless contemporaryliving. 

Enjoy an open-plan layout, qualityfinishes, heat pump 

comfort, greatnatural light,and aclever office nook. 

Outdoors features acovered porch, storage container, 

water filtration,rainwatercollection with irrigation, 

andspace for gardens. 

Set on 4,347sqm,it's ideal as ahome,retreat, or future 

incomeopportunity. 

2 1 


CONSIDERED 

VIEW 3.15-3.45pm, 



M 027 563 1733 


Ruby Burney 

M 027 312 3533 


pggwre.co.nz/AMB43056 


OPEN HOME 

OPEN HOME 

AMBERLEY 3Pemberton Drive 

Oasis in Amberley's Heart 

• Contemporary design with quality finishes 

• Kitchen with stone benchtops, premium 

appliances, walk-in pantry 

• Semi separate lounge 

• Open-plan living &dining withoutdoor flow 

• Expansive patio with electric rain sensor louvres 

• Double-sided gas fire &ductedheat pump 

• Primary bedroom with walk-inwardrobe, elegant 

en suite &patio access 

• Internal-accessdouble garage, garden shed,alarm 

system, and waterfilterincluded —plusmany 

more features. 

3 2 2 


CONSIDERED 

VIEW 10.30-11.00am, 



M 027 563 1733 


Ruby Burney 

M 027 312 3533 


AMBERLEY 5Weld Lane 

Polished to Perfection! 

Abeautifully crafted home, designedfor comfort with 

polished floors and open-planlivingflowing to a 

sunny kwila deck. 

Three double bedroomsincludeastandout primary 

suite with outdoor access,tiled en suite andwalk-in 

robe. Thestylishmainbathroomfeatures alarge tiled 

shower andfree-standingbath. Aply-lined double 

garage houses thelaundry. Easy-care grounds include 

vegeboxes,off-streetparkingand full fencing. 

Atranquil, well-kept Amberley home readyfor new 

owners. 

3 2 2 


CONSIDERED 

VIEW 

12.00-12.30pm, Saturday 28 February 


M 027 563 1733 


Ruby Burney 

M 027 312 3533 




PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensedunder REAA 2008 

71 High Street,RANGIORA 

73 Carters Road,AMBERLEY 

Phone: 03 313 0610 

Email:rangiora@pggwre.co.nz 

Helping growthe country 

Formoregreat listings,visitwww.pggwre.co.nz

KirstynBarnett 

021 312 230 

kirstyn.b@arizto.co.nz 

21 Catchpole Place, Woodend 

5B Greenwood Place, Amberley 

Private and Peaceful 

Soak away your cares in the privatespa area, or relax with friends in the 

gorgeous garden and BBQ area. Neutral moderntones throughout, you’ll 

love the space and open plan layout,modernkitchen and bathrooms, 

walk through laundryand excellentoff street parking.Just20mins to 

Christchurch andminutes tothe beach, afabulous lifestyle awaits. 

Modern Living Meets Outdoor Bliss 

Soak up the sun inthisnear newarchitecturally designed home with 

fantastic north-facing deck accessfromall bedrooms andliving areas. 

Fabulous modern kitchen with walk in pantry, spaciousoutdoor areas and 

plentyofoff-street parking in aquietcul-de-sac gives youanamazing 

lifestyle in aterrificlocation. 

3 2 2 

209m 2 

715m2 

3 2 1 

142m 2 

767m2 

Deadline Sale: 12pm Wed4th Mar 

View: 12:30pm -1pm Sun1st Mar 

Kirstyn Barnett 

021 312 230 

DeadlineSale: 12pm Wed11th Mar 

View: 1:30pm -2pm Sat 28th Feb 

KirstynBarnett 

021 312 230 

11 Westpark Drive, Rangiora 

Sell with award 

winning service! 

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The Best of Country, In Town 

With no neighboursopposite, this stylishhome offers modern living in 

peaceful surroundings. Special features includealarge sheltered deck with 

multipleaccess points, aseparatelounge, generous bedrooms,carpeted 

double garage and separatelaundry. This fabulous home won’t lastlong, 

makesureyou visit soon! 

4 2 2 

Deadline Sale: 12pm Wed4th Mar 

View: 11am -11:30am Sun 1stMar 

200m 2 


021312 230 

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110 YearsofEmergency Management 

ServiceCelebrated 

Four long-serving emergencymanagementvolunteers, 

with acombined110 yearsofservice,havebeen 

recognised fortheir dedication to supporting their 

community during emergencyresponses. 

Heather Thomas, Duncan Lundy, Hamish Upston 

and Paul Horridge were celebrated atanawards 

ceremony last Tuesday, acknowledging their 

skills and the commitment they’ve shown to 

their communities. 

Heather Thomas was recognised for 50years of 

service since joining in1978. Over that time, she 

has been part of the University ofCanterbury 

rescue team, amember of local sector posts, the 

operational support team, and now ateam leader 

with the Waimakariri District Council Emergency 

Support Team. 

Following the 2011 Christchurch earthquake, Heather 

worked in the CBD red zone with the international 

Taiwan team, undertaking building searches. She 

also helped retrieve personal belongings and lecture 

materials from University ofCanterbury buildings 

while they were being assessed for damage. 

Beyond emergency management, Heather volunteers 

with Hato Hone St John, isaJustice ofthe Peace, 

and has been along-time blood and plasma donor— 

with 112 donations todate. 

Upon receiving her award, Heather said she could 

not have achieved somuch without the support of 

her husband and the people around her. 

“It’s with our family support that wecan do these 

things. Russell has stood by me through all these 

years. Thank you everyone here. It’s having ateam 

that’s important. Youcan’t be ateam leader ifyou 

don’t have ateam. I’d also like to thank the Council 

Emergency Management staff—Brennan Wiremu, 

Dean Eades and Elena Gessler—for all their training 

over the years.” 

Like Heather, Duncan Lundy was honoured for his 

outstanding contribution tothe Emergency Support 

Team, marking 40 years since joining the emergency 

management sector in 1986. During that time, he 

has played anactive role innumerous community 

committees and groups, managed aSector Post 

region, and demonstrated unwavering dedication to 

supporting the Waimakariri community. 

Duncan’s community work also saw him guide the 

development ofthe new Loburn War Memorial in his 

role as Chair ofthe Loburn Domain Advisory Group. 

Paul Horridgeand Hamish Upston,bothvolunteers 

with NZ-RT12, were recognised for10years of service. 

Mayor Dan Gordon said the district’s two volunteer 

emergency management teams are vital to 

Waimakariri’s resilience. 

“Emergencies areabout people firstand foremost — 

andthe calm,steadypresenceoftrained volunteers 

makesanenormousdifference. My deepest 

congratulationstothe recipients,Iam incredibly proud 

of them.Our community simply couldn’t function 

withoutvolunteers, andthisextraordinary levelof 

serviceissomething we aredeeplygratefulfor.” 

Make your ownPhotobook 

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Wednesday 4March •10am–12noon 

Rangiora Library 

Friday 6March •10am–12noon 

Bookings Essential 

waimakaririlibraries.com 

0800 965 542 

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6March,RangioraLibrary,4–7pm 

CONNECTION PURPOSE SERVICE LEARNING 

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Free English 

Language Classes 

Is Englishyoursecondlanguage? 

Come alongtoour classestoimprove your 

speaking,listening and grammar skills 

through arangeofinteresting topics! 

Term 1•14 February –28March 

Beginnerclass Intermediate class 

Saturdays•9–11am 

WarMemorialHall 

55 High Street, 

Rangiora 

EugenieBrain 

BeginnerTutor 

eugeniebrain@gmail.com 

Enrolmentisessential 

Saturdays•10am–1pm 

Rangiora Town Hall 

Function Room, 

303HighStreet, 

Rangiora 

Julie Cloughley 

Intermediate Tutor 

cloughju@hotmail.com 

027 403 8245 

NEED FUNDING 

FORA 

COMMUNITY 

PROJECT? 

Your Community Boardcan support 

your projectwithgrant funding. 

Applicationforms andgrant criteria are 

availableonlineorfromany CouncilService 

Centre. Formoreinformation aboutfunding 

visitthe Councilwebsite. 

Find outmoreat 

waimakariri.govt.nz/communitygrants

CLASSIFIEDS 


PUBLIC NOTICES ENTERTAINMENT CARS WANTED 

FORSALE 

FIREWOOD 

WANTED 

KaiapoiBorough School PTA 

Annual GeneralMeeting 

Monday the30thofMarch at 6.30pm 

at KaiapoiBorough SchoolStaffroom 

AllWelcome 

Sefton Indoor Bowls 

OpeningNight 

2ndMarch 2026,7pm 

SeftonHall 

591UpperSeftonRoad,Sefton 

Following this event, ourclubnightswilltakeplace 

everyMonday, 7pmthroughout theseason 

ContactMel Edwards027 3578640 

VOLUNTEER 

DRIVERS 

REQUIRED 

March2026 MeetingDates 

3March 

10.00am 

4March 

9.00am 

CreativeCommunities NZ grant scheme 

Seekingapanelmember 

We arelookingfor an enthusiasticpersontojoinour panelas 

we assess funding applicationsfor arts projects in ourdistrict 

throughthe CreativeCommunitiesNZgrant scheme. 

This opportunity is open to anyone whoispassionate about 

theartsand familiarwiththe range anddiversity of arts within 

Hurunui District. 

This is avoluntary positionwithnoremuneration offered 

andinvolvesattending ameetinginAmberleyinMarch and 

Septembertoassess thefunding applications. 

Council meeting(Presentations) 

CouncilChambers, Amberley 

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools 

andSpa Management Committee 

ThermalPoolsBoardroom, 

Hanmer Springs 

10 March Extraordinary Council Meeting 

9.00am Council Chambers, Amberley 

11 March South Ward Community Board 

7.00pm Council Chambers, Amberley 

17 March Strategyand PolicyCommittee 

9.30am CouncilChambers, Amberley 

18 March Amuri Community Committee 

7.30pm Hillcrest Chambers,Culverden 

19 March Auditand Risk Committee 


23 March HanmerSprings CommunityBoard 

1.00pm TheGallery,Hanmer Springs Library 

24 March Operations Committee 


26 March Cheviot Community Committee 

6.00pm CheviotService Centre/Library 

31 March CouncilMeeting 

9.30am Council Chambers, Amberley 

If youare interested in becoming apanel member,pleasesend 

us abrief resume with your contactdetails andlistingyour 

interest andinvolvement in thearts, as well as thenames of two 

referees whowould support your application. 

Emailapplicationstomaree.hare@hurunui.govt.nz before 

5pmFriday13March 2026. 

FLAVIO VILLANI 

@Chamber Gallery Rangiora 

7:30pm Wednesday4March 

ItalianKiwipianist 

Performing Memoria: Echoes and 

Transformations 

More informationat 

www.chambergalleryrangiora.com/ 

concerts 

BOOK ONLINE AT HUMANITIX 

PUBLIC NOTICES 

MORE 

CLASSIFIED 

ADS ARE ON 

PAGE 33 

above the 

Farming 

Directory 

NORTHERN AGRICULTURAL &PASTORAL 

ASSOCIATION 

AGM 

rd 

TUESDAY3 MARCH2026 

7.30 pm 

SkurrCentre, Rangiora Showgrounds 

Allwelcome 

CARS, Vans, 4WD's 

wanted for dismantling 

or repair -Please phone 

027-258-8366 

SECURE GARAGE 

available to let. 8m 

length, 4.5 wide, extra 

high opening door, ideal 

for motorhome, boat, 

tradie etc, Fernside, 

$280 per month. Phone 

0211405 300 

DRIVER 

Lightsupperprovided 

CANTERBURY HONDA 

LTD, Honda bikes, 

repairs, and power 

equipment. Friendly 

service, visit us today, 65 

Main North Rd, 

Woodend. Call 03 312 

7927. 

DOG 

FOOD 

SALE 

MEAT2U.NZ 

399 GRESSONS ROAD 

313 0022 

TUITION AVAILABLE 

Primary and secondary 

(Math, English, Science) 

up toNCEA level 3.Each 

student on an 

individually tailored 

programme. Kip 

McGrath Rangiora has FUNERALDIRECTORS 

been serving the local 

community for 30+ DIRECT CREMATION, 

years. Give usacall (03) Phone 03 313 6948 or 

313 3638 or book your email us for abrochure: 

free assessment online office@undertaker.co.nz 

https://www.kipmcgrath. Meetings 

by 

co.nz/rangiora 

appointment. 


TO LET 

EDUCATIONAL 

SITUATIONS VACANT 

FORSALE 

We Deliver To Every Letterbox in the South Island 

We areseekingadriver to addadditional 

supporttoour existing distribution team. 

This is up to approx 10 hoursper week 

Thursday/Fridaywiththe possibility of 

additional hours. Youwill need aclean NZ 

driverslicence class1,bephysically fit, and 

able to work from adetailedrun sheet. 

To applyemail: 

mark.kelly@mainlanddistribution.co.nz 

PegasusBay Winery is lookingfor a 

WarehouseAssistant to join ourteam 

Thisisafull-timeposition, theroleincludesOrder 

Preparationand Despatch,Stock Control, Receiving 

andLogging InwardsGoods andvarious other 

winery relatedtasks. Applicantswillhavebasic 

computer knowledge(on-linetransport bookings, 

basicspreadsheetsetc). Forkliftlicence wouldbe 

beneficial, howeverfulltrainingwillbeprovided. 

Please send your applications to 

paul@pegasusbay.com, 

closes 6thMarch 2026 


OLD MAN PINE 3.7m 

$320, mixed hardwood 

3.7 $400. Phone 021 

993 497 

SemiDry 

Split Pine 

6m loads$390 

deliveryonlyto 

my areas 

Phone Michelle 

03 313 3103 

Or 027 619 2959 

FARMINGNOTICES 

BUYING TRACTORS and 

farming implements, I 

may also buy older 

tractors and implements 

for repair or to 

dismantle. What have 

you got? Phone 0274 

341 828 

MEAT 

PROCESSING 

BEEF • SHEEP 

• WILD GAME 

MEAT2U.NZ 

399 GRESSONS ROAD, 

313 0022 

ANY VIDEO GAMES 

wanted play station, 

xbox, nintendo, sega, 

atari, vintage etc 

Pennylane, Sydenham, 

Christchurch, 7 days, 

021 222 6144 

GOLD &SILVER 

CASH BUYER 

Payuptothe following 

prices: $100- $3000 

Gold &Silver Watches. 

$1000 -$10000 Gold 

Nuggets. 

$100-$3000 Gold, 

Silver Chains, Bangles, 

Bracelets. 

$1800 Sovereigns. 

$2000 Sovereign 

Cases. 

$100- $500 Gold 

Wedding Rings. 

$5000 Diamond Rings. 

$100-$300 Silver & 

Gold Medals, Bar 

Brooches, Pendants, 

Tie Pins, Cameos, 

Vesta Boxes, Lodge 

Medals. 

$10000 Silver Ware, 

Canteen Cutlery, Coffee 

&Tea Service Cups, 

Silver Trays, Photo 

Frames, Urns, 

Vinaigrettes, Snuff 

Boxes, Thimbles. 

$5000 Bronze&Marble 

Deco Figures &Lamps. 

Buy anythingold & 

interesting. 

Will call anywhere 

Phone Murray 

021-441 400 

ForSale 

34 QueensAve Waikuku Beach 

Offersover$685k 

3Bed, 1Bath, Studio, 1Car 1959 Buildon 

809m2. Open plan livingwithlog burner, 

heatpump, spacious kitchen, renovated 

bathroom,Tunnel house&beautiful garden 

settings in averyfriendlyneighbourhood. 

Short walk to beach&river. 

E: waikuku.2026@gmail.com 

VIEWINGS BY APPOINTMENT 

MORE TRADE ADS are 

on page 33.... 

PROPERTIES FORSALE 

SITUATIONS VACANT 

TheSandwich 

Man 

Kaiapoi 

is lookingfor aperson 

to do deliveriesone day 

aweek,morework a 

possibility 

Must be reasonablyfit 

Earlymorning start 

Phone03327 2464 

Please leaveamessage 

with contactdetails 


NOTICE OF MEETING 

GREY POWER NTH 

CANTERBURY INC. 

Welcomes members 

and intending members 

to its next meeting for 

2026, on Tuesday 3rd. 

March. VENUE: RSA 

Lounge, Victoria Street, 

Rangiora. Tea and 

Coffee will be available 

from 1.15 pm and the 

meeting begins with 

business and reports at 

1.30pm. Guest Speaker 

from 2.00pm - Martin 

Pugh, Community 

Development Facilitator, 

for the Waimakariri 

District Council.

TRUSTED TRADE &PROFESSIONAL SERVICES /CLASSIFIEDS 


WANTED 

COLLECTOR 

ANYTHING 

OLD AND 

INTERESTING! 

PAYUPTOTHE 

FOLLOWING 

PRICES: 

$2,500 No.1 Plane, 

$1,000 Work Bench. 

Tool Chest. 

$500Wooden and 

Brass Brace andBits, 

$100 Scribes, 

DrawKnife, Plumb Bob, 

Chisels, Glue Pots, 

SpokeShaves, 

Padlock andKeys, Squares, 

Trammels, Tack Hammers, 

Oilers, Wood Vice. 

Also $15,000 Petrol Pumps, 

$2,000Metal Signs, 

$1,000 FloorSafe, Mechanical 

MoneyBoxes, 

ToyTin PlateToys, Trucks, 

Cars,Ships, Boats, Motorbikes. 

$3,000 Full Steam Traction 

Engines Models. 

Also wantingFlint Lock Rifles, 

Pistols, Powder Flasks, 

Swords, Percussion Bayonets, 

Helmets,WWarMedals, 

Fishing Rods, Reels, Gaffs, 

Landing Nets,Creel. 

Allfor PrivateMuseum. 

Will Call Anywhere. 

Murray021-441-400. 

WANTED 

7”, 45’s, singles, eps 

records wanted, any 

amount top prices paid. 

Pennylane Records, 430 

Colombo Street, 

Sydenham, ring Dave 

021 222 6144, 7days 

ALL JAZZ Records 

wanted: Kiwi and 

overseas artists, Blue 

Note, Prestige, Riverside, 

ECM, Verve, Impulse, 

CTI, Milestone etc; top 

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Dave 021-222-6144, 

Pennylane Records, 7 

days. 

Air Conditioning 

TOOLS, Garden, garage, 

saw benches, lathes. 

Cash buyer. Phone 355- 

2045. 

MUSIC TAPES wanted 

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bands, especially Flying 

Nun, Xpressway, Onset 

Offset Failsafe, Private 

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excellent prices paid. Pennylane Records, 

Pennylane Records, 021 Sydenham, Christchurch, 

222 6144, Sydenham, 7days. 

Christchurch,7days 

PENNYLANE RECORDS 

always buying records. 

Excellent prices paid. 

430 Colombo Street, 

Sydenham, 366 3278, 

open7days 

MORE TRADE ADS are 

on page33.... 

WANTED 

GIG POSTERS wanted 

by local and overseas 

bands. Excellent prices 

paid especially for hand 

pulled or silk screen 

posters. Will pay $1000 

for Suburban Reptiles 

Sat Night. Any amount. 


BRICK &Blocklayer, LBP, 

houses, fences, block 

walls & repairs. Phone 

Hamish 027238 6003. 


GARDEN WORK Tree & 

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Phone Wayne on 021 

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we do it all. 

PAINTERS 

RegTradesman 

Interior,exterior. 

NorthCanterburyPainters 

specialisingindecoratingfor 

over 65 at adiscount rate. 

Free quotes. 

Covering NthCanty, Oxford, 

Kaiapoi,Rangiora, Amberley. 

Rob03327 7899 

or 027 432 3520 2741360 

FURNITURE 

REPAIRS 

Irepair andresurface 

furniture specially 

antiques 

PhoneDavid Brady 

03 312 0145 

Automotive &Recovery 

STORAGE 

Rangiora, from $25 pw, 

ph 027823 0961 

DECKING, Kwila or pine 

decking, free quote. 

Phone027 727 9162 

WINDOW TINTING 

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fade protection 

heat control 

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advanced film solutions 

privacy films 

frosting designs 

non-darkening films 

Workmanship Guaranteed 

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To book your spaceinthisguide,phone Amanda Keys 313 2840 or emailamanda.keys@ncnews.co.nz 

55 

Architectural Designer 

TheGreen Team 

Property MaintenanceLtd 

AllThingsDiggers andEarthworks 

Domestic Tree &Hedge Trimming, 

Green Waste&Rubbish Removaletc 

To thelargerjobsieShelter Belt 

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Drilling, StormClean upsetc 

Painting Interior/Exterior, Building 

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10/65 PERCIVAL STREET,RANGIORA 

03 314 9480 

Builders 

NEW 

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Ph AaronRowlands 

0272 588 366 

Eftpos available 

• WOF Cars &Trailers 

• VehicleServicing & 

Repairs 

• Tyres &Punctures 

• MotorbikeWOF 

• Towing &Salvage 

• Courtesy Car Available 

13 StoneEyrePlace, 

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Thelocal builders 

doing the local work. 

Free quotes 

phone 

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Cattle Problems 

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• Sale ofunruly, difficult, pesky 

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Profit share 50-50 

Craig Flintoft 03 312 9432 

craigflintoft@gmail.com 

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hearing experts 

Full diagnostic hearing tests 

Tinnitus assessments and support 

Hearing aids from all the major brands 

Custom earplugs and hearing protection 

Book an appointment today 

Ear Health 

Call: (03) 423 3158 

admin@setzaudiology.co.nz 

83b Ivory St, Rangiora 

Amberley Medical Centre, 6Hilton Dr 

Chiropractic Services 

Dr Joy White 

ACCRegistered Dr of Chiropractic 

Wednesday 

Dr Jess Ross 

ACCRegistered Dr of Chiropractic 

Tuesday 

Phone020 440 4712 

• EarHealthchecks. 

• Waxremoval using Microsuction 

• Removalofforeign bodies 

• Basichearing aidcare 

We have nowmoved to 

211KingStreet,Rangiora 

Ear Health 

• ACCprovider 

• WarVeteran provider 

• No medicalreferral 

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ClinicsinRangiora, Amberley and Kaiapoi 

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Bookings: Onlinewww.earcare.nz |Phone020 4124 25 25 

Emailalison@earcare.nz | Ear CareCanterbury 

2324849 


Irrigation &Filtration 

Property Maintenance 

PM 

LAWN AND GARDEN 

• Full Garden Yard Tidy Up • Lawn And 

Garden Care • Average domestic lawn 

mow $40 • Gardening • Shrub, Small Tree 

Trimming • Gutter Clearing 

021 229 0299 

Plumbing 

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general 

aspectsof 

plumbing 

Discountsfor over 

65 yearsold 

Fast friendlyservice 

Allworkguaranteed 

AaronMcCartney 

Certifying Plumber 

Cell 027 366 9091 

A/H03310 2137 

Free Call: 

0508 44EVER 

EMAIL: 

plumber_27@yahoo.com 

Electrical 

ELECTRICAL LTD 

-Irrigation 

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-Industrial 

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7day 

Breakdown 

Service 

Servicing 

Canterburyry 

Farming for more 

than 30 years 

RANGIORA 

313-6104 

Sheds 

BARN CRAFTLTD 

•Sheds -Lifestyle to largeIndustrial&Farm 

392Sheds built.Good references available 

Specialised Shed buildingequipment 

FixedPrice Quotes 

•SelfContained Motorhomefor remote jobs 

JamesGrayPh0274 368 372 

Email: james.gray@xtra.co.nz 

Starlink /TV/Security 

• Starlink aerial mounting • Wi-Fiextensions 

• TV wall mounting • Home audioinstallation 

• Alarminstallation 

• Security camera installation 

Mark Hubball 03 595 6647 

www.tvsolutions.co.nz 

Septic Tanks 

SEPTIC TANK 

CLEANING 

For aclean efficient service please phone 

COUCH‛S 

(03) 313-3963 

Windows&Doors 

WINDOW MARKET PLACE 

•New &Used 

•Timber&Aluminium 

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8am-5pmWeekdays 

8am-2pmSaturday 

215 WalthamRd, Sydenham 

Ph (03) 379 6159 info@windowmarket.co.nz 

Fax(03) 962 1012 www.windowmarket.co.nz 

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To book your space in this guide,phone Amanda Keys 313 2840 or emailamanda.keys@ncnews.co.nz

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North Canterbury News: February 26, 2026

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