North Canterbury News: April 02, 2026

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | Issue 1189 | www.starnews.co.nz 

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Sunday Funday in Rga 

ByJOHN COSGROVE 

Over 750 marching enthusiasts strutted 

their stuff at the 33rd Leisure Marching 

Nationals, held over the weekend at the 

MainPower Stadium in Rangiora. 

Event coordinator Tracey McCullough 

says the two days of competitionattracted 

atotal of 81 teams from all over the country 

to celebrate their passion for leisure 

marching. 

‘‘Unlike traditional competitive 

marching, leisure marching is about 

bringing people together through ashared 

love of movement, music and connection. 

‘‘The event showcased that spirit in full, 

with an incredible 81 teams taking part — 

including one team from Perth, Western 

Australia, returning for their second 

Nationals, alongside 80 teams travelling 

from Whangārei to Bluff.’’ 

She says more than 750 marcherstook 

part, performing fiveminute routines of 

their own choosing, set to music that 

reflected each team’s personality and 

style. 

Team sizes ranged from four to 25 

members, underscoring the sport's 

inclusiveness and accessibility. 

‘‘The age range of participants was 

equally inspiring. The youngest marcher 

was 14 (excluding the special guest U13 

team), while the oldest was an incredible 

94 years old. 

‘‘The Dunedin 60+ marchers received 

special recognition for having the oldest 

average team age of 82, aremarkable 

achievement that truly embodies the 

lifelong benefits of staying active and 

connected,’’she says. 

This year’s event was acollaboration 

between McCullough Guards and the 

Pioneers of Canterbury Masters Marching 

Team. 

McCullough Guards, with an averageage 

of 70 and three members over 80, joined 

forces with the Canterbury, South Island 

and New Zealand champion team, 

Pioneers of Canterbury, to share the 

workload and bring the event to life. Three 

guest performances added extra 

excitement to the programme. 

Funmarching ... Lynda Ryder from the 

host team McCullough Guards enjoy the 

music at the final parade to mark the end of 

two days of competitions at the 33rd Leisure 

Marching Nationals held at the MainPower 

Stadium in Rangiora. 

PHOTO: JOHN COSGROVE 

PioneersofCanterburyMasters 

showcased their championshipwinning 

routines, Skellerup U13, the Canterbury 

and South Island champions, impressed , 

and “Dad’s Army,” ateam made up of men 

affiliated with Marching Canterbury, 

delighted the crowd, providing a 

memorableand entertaining finale. 

Traceysays hosting an event on this 

scale in Canterbury can be challenging 

due to specific venue requirements, 

including seating for approximately 1200 

people and aperformance area equivalent 

to at least two basketball courts. 

‘‘MainPower Stadium proved to be an 

outstanding venue, with ateam that went 

above and beyond, opening early, staying 

late, and providing exceptional support 

throughout.’’ Local businesses played key 

roles, contributing raffle prizes and 

vouchers, while Percival Street Bakery 

catered for 550 at the evening function. 

Cuddly friend ... Brooke Gurney, aged 10, with one of the guinea pigs on show at the 

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By DAVID HI L, 

Local DemocracyReporter 

It was hailed as a ‘onestop shop ’ to 

make it quicker and easier to build 

major projects when it pa sed into law 

last December. 

But none of the five North Canterbury 

projects included in the Government’s 

Fasttrack A provals Act have 

progre sed beyond being ‘listed ’ 

projects in the fasttrack proce s. 

They were among 149 projects listed 

in the legislation. 

In astatement released last w ek, 

Infrastructure MinisterChris Bishop 

and RegionalDevelopment 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 alistedproject can 

a ply to the EPA where an ‘expert 

panel’ wi l a se s theprojectand 

consult with ‘directly a fected groups ’. 

Panel convenors determine the extent 

of the consultation, meaning the is no 

guarant elocal communities wi l have a 

say. 

Thereisnotimeframe for alisted 

projec tolodge ana plication, the 

spokesperson said. 

When the project list was a nounced 

in October last year, Mr Bishop pointed 

the finger at councils for creating the 

housing crisis. 

‘Speaking in general terms, councils 

have contributedtoour 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 thenew WaimakaririDistrict Plan 

adopted last month, meaningthey may 

not n ed to be fasttracked. 

Amuri I rigation Company 

chairperson DavidCroft said the 

company anticipated aresource consent 

would be grantedbyEnvironment 

Canterbury (ECan) in the next few 

months,after it was lodged in 2023. 

‘It l oks like the normalconsenting 

proce s wi l be faster. In some waysit 

would be the ideal situation because 

everybody hashad the chancetohave 

their say in asystem they are familiar 

with. ’ 

A$20m loan from the Government’s 

Regional Infrastructure Fund was 

a nounced earlier this month for the 

Balmoral water storageproject. 

The proposed Ōhoka development 

was rejected from the District Plan, 

after aprivate plan change requestwas 

rejected by an independent 

commi sioner in November 2023. 

It is sti l subjec to an Environment 

Courta peal. 

An Environment Courtspokesperson 

said the a pe lant, Carter Group, has 

b en directed to advise the court by 

August 2 ‘how or whether it intends to 

proc ed ’. 

Waimakariri District Council 

development pla ning manager Ma t 

Bacon said underthe new District Plan, 

the site of the proposed Ohoka 

development is zoned rura lifestyle. 

It mean the farmland could be subdivided 

into 4ha lots, but not into an 

850home development as proposed. 

Carter Group 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 continuesscoping workfor the 

proposed W odend Bypa s. 

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Estuary viewing platform opens 

BySHELLEY TOPP 

Aviewingplatform built withabequest to 

the AshleyRakahuri Rivercare Group 

(ARRG) from the Annie Currie Legacy 

Fund has been formally opened to the 

public at the AshleyRakahuri River 

Estuary. 

During the opening at Waikuku Beach, 

near Kaiapoi, last Friday ARRG 

chairwoman Sue Mardon said Annie, who 

died in October 2021, aged 71, had a 

passion for preserving and protecting 

natural environments and asked the 

trustees of her fund to ‘‘make adifference’’ 

in those areas. 

‘‘Annie, wholived in Christchurch, was 

unknowntoour organisation, but her 

Nelson trustees, said she had adeep love 

for the flora and fauna of the South Island 

and was very supportive of grassroots, 

communitybased conservation projects, 

especially those caring for endangered 

wildlife,’’ Sue said. 

‘‘She saw that projects which were 

restoring natural habitatswere very much 

needed at this time. We were honoured to 

receive part of Annie’s legacy. We 

envisage this platform being used by our 

birding memberstoshare with the public 

their knowledge of birds present,’’ Sue 

said. 

‘‘The platform is already being used by 

local walkers as aplace to sit, rest, reflect, 

and talk.’’ 

Suesaid ARRG memberswere also 

grateful forthe support they received from 

the WaimakaririDistrict Council, and 

senior biodiversityranger, Mike Kwant for 

working through the process to obtain the 

necessarybuilding and resource consents 

for the platform. 

‘‘Our thanks also to ARRG member 

Robert Clark for his project management 

skills and construction expertise to erect 

this platform, as well as his helpers 

including Luke, Nick, Bob, Jo, and Bruce. 

Ialso acknowledge the gift of te reo from 

Making adifference .. AshleyRakahuri Rivercare Group member and trapper Robert 

Clark, of Loburn,during the official opening ofthe new Annie Currie Viewing Platform, 

which he designed and built, at the AshleyRakahuri River Estuary at Waikuku Beach last 

Friday. 

PHOTO: SHELLEY TOPP 

Lynne HarataTeAika, chairwoman of 

NgāiTūāhuriri Education for the platform 

plaque wording.’’ 

Waimakariri District Council staff are in 

the process of producing an interpretation 

sign to identify birds that may been seen in 

this area. The sign will be outside of, but 

readable, from the platform. 

One of the trustees of Annie’s fund, 

Peter Taylor, said the platform was a 

‘‘substantial achievement’’ and will bring 

delight to people. 

‘‘Annie was abig fan of delight, and 

loved bird life so she would be very happy 

withyour group’s creation. Many hearty 

congratulations to everyone inthe Ashley 

Rakahuri Rivercare Group for doing this.’’ 

AgroupofAnnie’s friends, including 

RuthCochrane and Dianne Fenwick 

attended the opening and both said she 

would be pleased with what her 

bequeathment had achieved. 

Waimakariri Deputy Mayor Philip 

Redmond officially opened the platform, 

cutting the red ribbon with Sue. 

Annie’s generous bequest has left a 

lasting gift to the people of Waimakariri, 

he said. 

‘‘It is alegacy that will continue to give 

back, not just today, but for generations to 

come. The platform provides safe and 

accessible views over one of the South 

Island's mostimportant bird habitats,an 

ecological gem right here on our doorstep. 

Projects like this remind us what can be 

achieved when community spirit, 

environmental stewardship and 

generosity come together.’’ 

Bulbsales break downbarriers 

By ROBYN BRISTOW 

Spring bulbsonsale outside the 

Rangiora and Kaiapoi New Worlds 

are helping break down barriers to 

learning for primary school children 

in North Canterbury. 

Rangiora Rotary is selling bags of 

bulbsoutside the two supermarkets 

over the next few weeks to raise 

funds for its Ready to Learn 

programme aimed at ensuring every 

child has an equal opportunity to 

learn. 

Rotary director Malcolm Garvan 

says cost should not be abarrier to a 

child having an education, and 

everyone deservestostart schoolon 

an equal footing, with their peers. 

The club works with the North 

Canterbury Principals Association 

and Loburn Principal Stuart Priddy 

says the ‘‘Ready to Learn’’ 

programme is helping remove 

barriers to learning for many pupils, 

and helping them learn and grow. 

There are 40 primary schools 

within the club’s area and funds are 

administeredbythe principal of 

each school for thebenefit of 

childrenwho needahand. 

Mr Priddy says the financial 

support is helping kids and families 

to enjoy school camps and 

excursions, and ensure they have the 

toolstolearn. 

Last year Rotary raised $20,000 for 

the programme. 

Anyone wanting to buy bulbs, 

which include Daffodils, Snowflakes, 

Freesias, Bluebellsand Tulips, at 

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RANGIORA

Decisiontoappeal disappoints 

By SHELLEYTOPP 

The Government’s decision to appeal a 

High Court ruling in favour of the New 

Zealand College of Midwives (NZCOM) 

is ‘‘deeply disappointing’’Waikuku 

midwife Bex Tidball says. 

Bex, amother of four children, who 

has worked as alead maternity carer 

midwife for more than 10 yearsand is 

based at the ‘‘fantastic’’ maternity unit 

in the Rangiora Health Hub, says the 

ruling validates what community 

midwives have been saying for years. 

‘‘However, it is the Government’s right 

to appeal just as it would have been ours 

if the ruling had gone against us. 

‘‘We have to respect the process and 

hope for the best.’’ 

Justice Cheryl Gwyn’s ruling, which 

was released on March 26, found that the 

Crown breached its contractual promise 

to ensure selfemployed midwives 

receive fair and reasonable 

remuneration, and also that the Crown's 

method for paying midwives unlawfully 

discriminated on the basis of sex in 

breach of section 19 of the New Zealand 

Bill of Rights Act 1990. 

Quiet space ... Rangiorabased midwife 

Bex Tidball in one of the birthing rooms at 

the Rangiora Health Hub last Friday. 


NZCOM chief executive Alison Eddy 

says Justice Gwyn’s ruling is a‘‘welcome 

confirmation’’ that communitybased 

midwives have not been valued and 

were discriminated against by 

successive governments. 

The decision confirms the Crown must 

‘‘honour its contractual obligations or 

face the consequences, just like any 

person who signs acontract", she says. 

‘‘We hope the successful class action 

decision will enable the more 

sustainable future for midwives and 

their communities we have been 

fighting for. 

‘‘This is awin formidwives but 

ultimately for the women, babies, 

whānau and communities at the heart of 

lead maternity carers' work.’’ 

The class action was funded by global 

litigation funder, Omni Bridgeway. 

‘‘Midwives play an essential role in 

our communities, providing critical care 

and support to women and their families 

across New Zealand,’’ Omni Bridgeway 

Investment Manager in New Zealand, 

Jacob Kerkin says. 

‘‘Omni Bridgeway is pleased to be able 

to support the New Zealand Collegeof 

Midwives in pursuing this claim through 

the courts to vindicate the rights of its 

members.’’ 

Neck’sBest Thing helping many 

When Rangiora motheroffour Aisha 

Addison embarked on anew venture to 

help others get agood night’s sleep, she 

had no idea how popular her chiropractic 

pillows would become. 

But ayear and ahalf after establishing 

her business Neck’s Best Thing, she is still 

shipping vast quantities of the pillows, and 

now heat packs and knee pads,all over 

Aotearoa. 

Aisha’s quest began when her oldest son 

Lennox, now 11, was diagnosedwith 

Klippel Feil syndrome (KFS) whenhewas 

little. 

KFS is arare congenital condition that 

affects the spine and neck —two sets of 

vertebrae in his neck are fused —leading 

to difficulty getting comfortable when 

lying down. 

Just one in 42,000 people are born with 

the disease. After months of extensive 

research into both KFS and cervical spine 

health, Neck’s Best Thing was born. 

Because of the success of the pillow for 

Lennox, and the volume of orders coming 

in every day from around the country, 

Addison wanted to give back to the 

community in ameaningful way. 

With the month of March being Rare 

Disorders Month, she decided to donate a 

portion of Neck’s Best Thing’s takings for 

aweek —$5from each sale and 50c for 

every new social media follower —raising 

$1330. ‘‘We are very grateful and 

privileged to be able to do this and it really 

means alot to be able to give back,’’ 

Addison said. 

She was visited last week by Rare 

Neck’s Best Thing ... Aisha Addison and Lachlan, Alanna Peck’s son. 

DisordersSouth Island coordinator 

Alanna Peck,and her son Lachlan, also 11, 

whosuffers from 22q11.2 deletion 

syndrome.Alanna, from Ashburton, said 

she spottedsocial media posts about 

Neck’s Best Thing’s charitable efforts, and 

decided she wanted to visitAddison inperson 

to express her gratitude. Lachlan 

plays wheelchair basketball at Rangiora’s 

MainPower stadium so they took the 

chance to pay her avisit when they were in 

town. 

‘‘We are so grateful to Neck’s Best Thing 

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‘‘Their initiative is an awesome example 

of how local businesses can play a 

meaningful role in supporting our work to 

advance health equity.’’ 

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last day of February (February 28 or 29), 

chosen as the ‘‘rarest’’ day of the year to 

raise awareness for over 300 million 

people living with rare conditions.The 

day kicked off amonthlongcampaign to 

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Homelessness complex —Mayor 

By DAVIDHILL. 

Local Democracy Reporter 

Councils can’t solve the issue of 

homelessness on their own, 

Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon says. 

Mr Gordon responded to concerns 

raised ofsocial media calling on the 

council to act on antisocial behaviour in 

Waimakariri’s town centres, at acouncil 

meeting onTuesday. 

‘‘I’m concerned at some of the 

messaging online and the suggestion 

that somehow it’s council’s 

responsibility or problem. 

‘‘We just can’t solve every issue. These 

are verycomplex issues.’’ 

The council’s options were limited by 

legislation, while finding solutions 

needed amultiagency approach, Mr 

Gordon said. 

Councillorsinstructed staffto 

investigate options to address 

homelessness,including possible 

bylaws and working with local agencies. 

Mr Gordon has also been invited to 

join adiscussion on the potential of 

forming amayoral taskforce. 

In February, the Government 

announced plans to introduce 

legislation giving police powers to issue 

moveon orders in abid to address antisocial 

behaviour and rough sleeping in 

city and town centres across New 

Zealand. 

Council strategy, engagement and 

economic development general 

manager Simon Hart said there were 

many reasons for homelessness and 

different types of homeless people. 

‘‘While it’s asmall issue in this district 

compared to other areas, Waimakariri is 

agrowing community and there are cost 

of living issues which could lead to an 

increase in cases.’’ 

While ‘‘begging’’ was the most visible 

example of homelessness, there were 

those ‘‘in genuine need’’ who received 

help from agencies and those who either 

did not want or need help, Mr Hart said. 

The 2023 Census found around 2.3 

percent of the population faced 

‘‘housing deprivation’’, but Mr Hart said 

it was unclear how many homeless 

people there were in the district. 

‘‘We do know there are issues with 

overcrowding in homes, rental stress 

and aneed for more social housing.’’ 

Mr Hart said abylaw was one of many 

tools the council could use, but there 

were difficulties with enforcement and 

possible ‘‘unintended consequences’’. 

Other councils have already 

implemented bylaws and found they 

could be expensive to enforce. 

Bylaws to address ‘‘begging’’ could 

also restrict the ability of charities to 

collect donations on urban streets. 

CouncillorBrent Cairns said there 

were 11 cars parked up on his street 

most nights. 

‘‘I go out and talktothem regularly 

and there’s awhole pile of complex 

issues, including alack of affordable 

housing.’’ 

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Peony rises to the top atcompetition 

Peony wasjudged the Champion Image 

at the Rangiora Photographic Society’s 

recent Open competition. 

Monita Baird’s image was also judged 

Best in the Agrade by Judge Penny 

Nichols,and received Agrade honours. 

Results 

AGrade Honours: Splash –Kristal 

Merry; Alfie –Kristal Merry;Peony – 

Monita Baird; Busker –Monita Baird; 

Zig and Zag –Sandra McCoy; Heron 

eating lunch –Sandra McCoy; White 

Flower –Rose Kerrin; Selfie –Dave 

Hart; The Chase –Dave Hart; Sandra – 

Allan McGregor; Stillness –Karina 

Templeton; Duke –Karina Templeton. 

BGrade Honours: Colour Play –Jurgen 

Suppan; Winter Feelings –Jurgen 

Suppan; Reflecting the City –Brain 

Edmunds. 

CGrade Honours: Burnout –Ryan 

Beardsmore; Water Tap –Paul 

Dolheguy; Wind Carved Sand –Lynley 

Sollitt; The Band –EmWatt; Toast to the 

Homeland –EmWatt. 

Best In Grade: A–Peony –Monita Baird. 

B–Winter Feelings. C–Toast to the 

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Firewood stacks give garden winning edge 

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By SHELLEY TOPP 

Agardenhighlighted with stacks of 

firewood, and tended by agardener who 

knows little about plants, has won a 

supreme garden award. 

At the recent Kaiapoi Garden Club’s 

annual Garden Competition Awards 

Night Paulo and Gail Kündig’s garden 

won the Structured LandscapeAward, 

the House and Garden Award and the 

Supreme Garden Award. 

The judges, KaiapoiTuahiwi 

Community Board chairwoman Jackie 

Watson, former Kaiapoi Florist owner 

Joan Whillans, and Kaiapoi Community 

Garden foundation member and longtime 

supporter Helen Roberts, said 

Paulo and Gail's garden had excellent 

structure with inspirational touches 

using firewood and plants. 

The wood stacks are anod to Paulo's 

Swiss heritage and in his hands they 

have become art forms that add beauty 

and structure to his ‘‘little oasis of calm’’ 

in suburban Kaiapoi. 

The garden has also been influenced 

by Paulo’s early life living in apartments 

in the crowded spaces of Brazil, Hawaii 

and Los Angeles, with no room for an 

outdoor garden. 

When Paulo and Gail bought abare 

section in Kaiapoi to build their new 

home it was ajoy for him to create a 

special outdoor space for them to relax 

in. 

He wanted the garden to be aprivate, 

compartmentalised green space, hidden 

from the street, with no fences visible 

and he has achieved that. 

The 740square metre garden even 

includes aminiputting green which is a 

playful response to the couple’s close 

neighbour, the Kaiapoi GolfClub and 

the regular stream of wayward golf balls 

that end up in their garden. 

‘‘We have been here 15 years and in 

that time we have collected two large 

buckets of golf balls,’’ Paulo said. 

The garden also includes many potted 

plants, an outdoorbar area, aquiet 

space for sitting and relaxing and 

displays of charming handpainted 

Brazilian tiles. 

It is also ahaven forbirdlife including 

aresident pair of fantails called 

Hercules and Delilah. Paulo, who is a 

retired immigration lawyer and now 

works parttime as anotary public, says 

the garden is ‘‘very therapeutic and 

calming’’ especially at the weekends 

when it is apleasure to get out in it and 

have atidy up. 

He likes anice and tidy garden and 

says Firth Concrete's Ezi Wall, ‘‘Lego for 

adults’’, which he uses to create planterbox 

edging has been agame changer for 

him in this regard. 

Paulo doesn’t have indepth plant 

knowledge, preferring to select plants 

he likes the look, shape, scent and 

colour of that he believes will sit well in 

his garden. 

‘‘I basically go into Bunnings (plant 

nursery) and if there is something that 

looks nice Iwill buy it.’’ 

This strategy doesn’t alwayswork out 

well. 

‘‘I have killed off alot of ferns, which 

is ashame because Ilove ferns.’’ 

However, he insists plant knowledge 

is not necessary to create agarden. It is 

moreabout finding plants you like, and 

then selecting aplace in the garden they 

can thrive in, he says. While there may 

be afew casualties along the way, 

creating agarden is definitely worth the 

effort, he says. 

‘‘The physical demands of gardening 

is good exercise. It also relieves stress 

and adds value to your property.’’ 

Gail and Paulo’s garden has been a 

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previous winner of the competition, but 

he did not want to enter this year 

because he thought it would be lucky to 

get an ‘‘honourable mention’’, but Gail 

entered for him and on awards night he 

was clearly pleased she had. 

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Janet always dreamed of retiring tothe 

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She and her husband had talked about it 

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And after raising seven children, surely 

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What it meant later was that her hip 

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Janet found herself counting benches. Not 

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Cold mornings were the worst. Her hip 

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had gone. 

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She’d tried what was available. Creams 

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Janet was willing totry. But she wasn’t 

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The first cold morning surprised her. 

Janet swung her legs out of bed the way she 

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Not perfectly, not like she was twenty 

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Within weeks, shewas moving differently. 

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Walkingbecamewalking again. 

The next time her grandson visited, Janet 

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OPINION 


KAIKŌURA VIEWS 

MAYOR CRAIGR 

MACKLE 

Fuelunder scrutiny 

Itwas great to see acommunityevent 

held at the Wakatu Quay area recently. 

‘KickBack at The Quay’ had agreat 

turn out with local music and food stalls 

making great use of the newly 

landscaped area. 

Also, this month, Puro from 

Kekerengu in collaboration with 

Bayleys and Te Rūnanga oKaikōura, 

held an informative discussion 

focussed on their medicinal cannabis 

industry growth. 

This year’s Pig and Stag Hunt 

fundraiser attracted an awesome 

turnout. 

This time the fundsraised are going to 

completingthe Suburban Hall 

upgrades, and to support the Miniature 

Rifle Club. 

There was some fantastic sponsorship 

from local businesses. 

Superb to see our communitymaking 

the most of being out there and doing it, 

in arural environment. 

Itwas great to see so many kids 

getting involved and learning the ropes 

too. 

Minister of Justice Paul Goldsmith, 

alongside MP Stuart Smith, held a 

publicmeeting at Sudima Hotel to 

discuss law and order. 

There was agood turn outof 

interested members of the community. 

The councilhas been working closely 

with government as ourcountry 

navigates the current fuel crisis. 

While only in the early stages of 

escalation, council is already 

considering some rules around 

essential travel. 

We are looking at howwecan reduce 

andconserve fuel and prioritiseonline 

meetings rather than those in person 

involving travel. We will continue to 

work closelywith national government 

regardingthe situation. 

Price hikes expected 

By DAVID HILL, 

LocalDemocracy Reporter 

North Canterbury’s councils are bracing 

themselves for more price shocks, as 

fuel prices rise. 

Ongoing conflict in the Middle East 

and the prospect of fuel shortages could 

thwart attempts to keep rate rises down 

this year or lead to reduced council 

services, council leaders say. 

Kaikōura District Council chief 

executive Will Doughty said his staff 

were continuingtowork closely with 

other Canterbury councils and the 

Canterbury Civil Defence Emergency 

Management Group. 

Rising fuel costs would impact on the 

cost of asphalt, leading to cost increases 

for roading and footpaths. 

‘‘It’s too early to say exactly what 

impact it will have, but we are already 

seeing asharp increase in our tender for 

footpath maintenance, so we are having 

to revise the scope of the work for this 

coming year. 

‘‘And to be fair, it’s only going to get 

worse.’’ 

Kaikōura’s relative isolation meant 

fuel prices were typically higher 

compared to other main centres. 

But it was too early to say what impact 

it might have on the tourismsector. 

The Kaikōura and Hurunuidistrict 

councils have yet to adopt theirdraft 

annualplans. Mrs Black said rising fuel 

costs was aconcern, but it was business 

as usual for the council. 

‘‘Yes, we are worried aboutthe price 

of fuel, but events in the communityare 

carrying on. Nobody is winning from 

this, so hopefully the conflict will be 

resolved soon.’’ 

Environment Canterbury has 

proposedanaverage raterise of 2.9% in 

its draft annual plan. 

ECan corporateand public transport 

servicesdirector Giles Southwellsaid 

the council is monitoring the situation, 

but there hasbeen no impact on services 

so far. 

‘‘Fuelisone of many coststhat vary 

overtime and we allow for some 

variation in our budgets.’’ 

Any changestoservices and funding 

will be considered by councillors as part 

oftheir annualplan deliberations in 

May, he said. 

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Around the electorate with 

 

Fuel plan is in place 

Over 500,000 views of fuel supplyupdates 

on my Facebook page this month tells me 

that this is an issue of concern to many 

New Zealanders. 

My daily newsfeed shows headlines 

from around the world of farmers’ 

machinery sitting idle, four day working 

weeks, and working from home strategies 

to help counter alack of fuel supply. 

Iampleased that our Government’s 

updated National Fuel Plan is in place to 

cater for every scenario. 

The Middle East conflict has resulted 

in fuel supply uncertainty and increased 

global wholesale prices, impacting 

economies around the world. 

Ensuring New Zealand has the fuel we 

need to protect jobs, livelihoods and the 

wider economy is the Government’s first 

priority and the public can be assured 

that we are planning carefully, acting 

early and making sure New Zealand is 

well positioned to respond to whatever 

the global environment brings. 

The National Fuel Plan has been 

updated after working closely with 

industry and it outlines four phases that 

respond proportionatelytothe risks to 

New Zealand’s fuel security. 

These phases are assessed separately 

for petrol, diesel and jet fuel to reflect 

their different functions and challenges. 

The Fuel Security Ministerial 

Oversight Group will be responsible for 

deciding whether ashift betweenphases 

is needed. 

New Zealand is at Phase 1, which 

primarily focuses on monitoring global 

developments and working with fuel 

companies to keep fuel moving 

efficiently across the country. 

Phase 2would see more active coordination 

between government and 

CORRECTION 

In the article ‘Saline incursion in the 

Kaiapoi River’, on page 17 of the 

March 26 edition of North Canterbury 

News, it was incorrectly stated 0.1mm 

and 0.5mm of sea level rise. The 

sentence should have read: 

‘‘Earth Sciences New Zealand 

hydrodynamics scientist Richard 

Measures Measures said even a0.1m 

rise in sea level would lead to an 

industry to secure fuel supply and 

increased efforts to conserve fuel. 

Stronger interventions are added in 

Phases 3and 4, including prioritising fuel 

for emergency services, freight and food 

supply chains, and key industries that 

underpin New Zealand’s economy. 

Importantly, the plan is devised to stay 

ahead of risks and manage pressure in 

thesystem to keep the economy moving. 

This requires cooperation from fuel 

companies working constructively with 

government. 

Rest assured, the Government is taking 

fuel security seriously and understands 

the pain at the pump. 

From April 7, about 143,000 working 

families with children will get an extra 

$50 aweek through aboost to the inwork 

tax credit. 

The boost will also expand eligibility to 

around 14,000 additional working 

families, who will receive the tax credit 

at an abated rate. 

Providing targeted, temporary support 

to low and middle income families is the 

right thing to do, and importantly, does 

not add to our national debt and increase 

inflation. 

We are determined not repeat the 

Covid fiscal hangover when excessive 

government spending more than doubled 

debt, sent inflation and mortgage rates 

skyrocketing and increased 

unemployment –decisions we are still 

trying to fix now. 

No one expects New Zealand to be able 

to control global oil markets or 

international conflictsbut we can 

manage the economy carefully and 

ensure that we have sufficient fuel stock. 

I’m pleased to see that all is normal in 

that respect at the time of writing. 

increase from 45 percent of high tides 

causing saltwater incursion to more 

than 70%, while a0.5m sea level rise 

would be 100%.’’ 

Earth Sciences New Zealand and 

Environment Canterbury presented a 

report to aWaimakariri District 

Council workshop in response 

community concerns about the state of 

the Kaiapoi River. 

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Gore Bay 6:17pm 2.412:05pm 0.6 7:04pm 2.3 12:50pm 0.6 7:50pm 2.3 1:33pm 0.7 7:36pm 2.3 1:16pm 0.7 8:20pm 2.2 2:00pm 0.8 9:05pm 2.2 2:45pm 0.8 9:49pm 2.2 3:32pm 0.8 

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Hurunuiwriters celebrate special milestone 

Cutting open asmall cardboard box on a 

trestle table could be compared to the 

ceremonial unveiling of afamous 

artwork, or marking aspecial milestone. 

For Hamish Trolove, convenor of 

Hurunui Writers Group, opening that 

box recently and lifting out the first copy 

of the groups anthology, Plain Speaking, 

was amilestone marking morethan two 

and ahalf years since he first broached 

the subject of starting awriters’ group in 

the district. 

He’d been akeen member of awriters 

group in Upper Hutt before moving to 

the Hurunui and had missed that 

regular connection and sharing of ideas 

and practice with other writers. 

Hamish has been the driving force 

behind the groups monthly meetings, 

and did mostofthe background work, 

research, and technical followup, to get 

the group’s first publication collated 

and published. 

The ‘official’ book launch will take 

place on Saturday, April 11, at the 

Hurunui Memorial Library, Amberley, 

at 1.30pm. This will be cohosted by the 

Friends of Hurunui District Libraries, 

who have provided ongoing support to 

the group. 

The book features collected works of 

mostly fictional prose and poetry from 

12 group members, plus four guest 

authorsfrom Hurunui and Waimakariri 

districts:Annabel Wilson, Pat White, 

Doc Drumheller and Bernadette Hall. 

The launch event will include some 

readings by guest authors and group 

members. 

Hamish, who is relieved the book is 

finally in the group’s hands, coedited 

the anthology with fellow group 

member, Lynn Myers. 

‘‘Its been ahuge learning curve for 

me,’’ he says of the project that was 

driven by enthusiasm and energy. 

‘‘I’m proud of what we’ve achieved 

and how its such agood snapshot of the 

amazing talent weve got within the 

group. 

‘‘It’s acelebration and showcase of 

that talent and variety of genre and 

styles that have arisen from various 

monthly writing challenges.’’ 

Another group member, Dave 

Sandford, is responsible for the 

atmospheric cover image. 

Hamish said agrant from Creative 

Communities New Zealand enabled 

production of aprofessionallooking 

book that was printed in New Zealand. 

Copies are being distributed to the 

Hurunui and Waimakariri district 

libraries, as well as other community 

spaces around the region. 

Hamish says the next volume could be 

looked at in acouple of years. 

‘‘It takes time for the group to build up 

abody of work to draw on, and its an 

effort to bring together.’’ 

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WaikariWanderers take the Agri-Kids win 

By JOHN COSGROVE 

Tiny Waikari School scored big when 

three of its students won the Tasman 

Regional Final of the AgriKids Young 

Farmers Competition at Kirwee late 

last month. 

Principal Phoebe McIntosh says she 

and the whole school are very proud of 

the three year eight students, 12yearolds 

Fergus Butters ,Rosie Barton and 

Max Beach. 

‘‘They did us proud, not bad for a 

wee schoollike ours. Everyone here is 

so proud of what they have achieved.’’ 

She says the trio didn’t train too 

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‘‘They were competing against35 

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the skills they had which by the end of 

the firstround had them near the 

front, then their practicalskills — 

hanging agate —helped them 

advance, and they were one of seven 

teams who made it to the final. 

‘‘There they scored enough points to 

finishsecond in that event but their 

combined points meant they won Agri 

Kids overall.’’ 

Now the Waikari Wanderers (Rosie, 

Max and Fergus) are hard at work fund 

raising to go and compete at the Agri 

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take place on July 4, in New Plymouth. 

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Phoebe. 

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really strong rural focus over the past 

three years,which has gone through 

rebranding,new school logo, vision 

and values.Wehaveexplored our 

school cultural narrative and spent 

time hunting for moa bones and 

learning about our unique community. 

All of this has helped us develop our 

rich rural curriculum and extension 

projects for year 8s,’’ she says. 

Winners ... The Waikari Wanderers Fergus (left), Max and Rosie. 

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Gloomy beginnings forPremierrugbyteams 

By ROBYN BRISTOW AND LINDSAY KERR 

Itwas agloomy start for all but one of the 

North Canterbury rugby teams in the 

Luisetti Seeds combined country premier 

competition that kicked off last Saturday. 

Kaiapoi was the only NorthCanterbury 

team to record avictory, against 

neighbours Ohoka. 

For the rest theycan only look to better 

days ahead. 

Local champions GlenmarkCheviot 

were edged out 2934 by Darfield, finalist 

Ashley was beaten 3036 by Rakaia, 

Hurunui lost 1443 to Prebbleton, while 

Oxford went down to Southern 1727. 

Saracens were walloped 2166 at the 

hands of Southbridge. 

Oxford vSouthern 

Oxford was under pressure from the start 

at Oxford with Southern scoring 17 

unanswered points early on. 

There was quite abit of niggle, then 

Oxford got acharge down and scored and 

converted. 

Oxford again got agood forward’s try 

which was convertedtotake the half time 

score to Oxford 14, Southern 17. 

The second half was very tight. 

Oxford drew level at 17all after being 

awarded apenalty which was converted. 

However, Southern scored two late tries 

to take the final score to 1727. 

The game was great to watch and 

provided plenty of entertainment for the 

Captains clash ... Kaiapoi’s captain Taine JacobsLawsonmakes 

agood catch as Ohoka’s captain, CGamble, waits to tackle him 

during their opening Divisiom 1match at Kaiapoi. PHOTOS: JOHN COSGROVE 

good sized crowd. 

Rugby reports 

North Canterbury Premier Clubs are 

Oceanic champs for Zach 


Rangiora athleteZack Lappin, is 

off to Darwin in afew weeks time 

to attempt to qualify for the 2032 

Paralympic Games to be held in 

Brisbane. 

‘‘I am really excited to have been 

selected to compete at the Oceania 

Athletics Championships in 

Darwin, Australia in May, as part of 

the New Zealand team,’’ he says 

‘‘It means alot to have the 

opportunity to represent and test 

myself against some of the best in 

the region. I’m incredibly grateful 

for all the support along the way 

from coaches, friends, and family.’’ 

The 20yearold who is cochair 

of the Waimakariri Youth Council 

and asitting memberonthe 

Halberg Youth Council for the 

Halberg Trust, specialises in 

Discus and Javelin. 

He trains using avirtual system 

with his coach Raylene Bates, the 

national development managerfor 

Parasport at AthleticsNew 

Zealand and the former Chef de 

Mission of the New Zealand 

Paralympic team at the Paris 

Paralympics in 2024. 

On hisway ... Rangiora athlete Zack Lappin. 

‘‘She’s awonderfulcoach and I 

send hervideos of me in action, 

thenwetalk online abouthow to 

improve my stance and other 

things. I’m still alot younger than 

other competitorsinmyclass 

which is gradedasF37 (Spastic 

control on one side of the body), 

most of my competitors will be 

agedover28years so Ihave alot to 

learn before Ican compete with 

them in terms of skills and strength 

but Ilove achallenge,’’ he says. 

Zack started competing at a 

invited to submit reports on their matches 

to the North Canterbury News. Clubs 

have been contacted by email to send 

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national level over 10 yearsago 

and says the heat in Darwin will be 

afactor butheislooking forward to 

competing against the best in 

Oceania. 

‘‘I’m going therewiththe goal of 

beating my personal best distances 

in bothclasses and hopefully 

earning apodium spot. It would be 

great to do so and Ican only thank 

everyone for their support in 

allowing me this chance to 

compete on an international 

stage.’’ 

Try time ... Saracen’s Johnny Turnbull muscles his way through 

the Southbridge defence to score during their opening Division 1 

match on Saturday. 

NC RESULTS 

reports to info@ncnews.co.nz by noon on 

Monday following the games. For any 

clarification phone 0273121581. 

Rangiora Bridge Club 

Autumn Colours Pairs: North/South: Robyn Findlay/Darryl 

Dowthwaite 1, Jenny Story/Peter Story 2, Pat Green/Sue 

McIlroy 3. East/West: Dawn Simpson/Helen Phillips 1, 

Margaret Fraser/Veronica Hall 2, DavidMcRae/Fern McRae 3. 

Rimu Pairs: N/S: Rona Maslowski/Joyce Gray 1, Jenny Story/ 

Peter Story 2, David McRae/Fern McRae 3. East/West: Bunty 

Marshall/Kevin Kuch 1, Jenny Hassall/Linda Hanham 2, Lynda 

Grierson/Barry Smart 3. 

Autumn Pairs: Annette Caldwell/Gail Dunlop 1, Claire Harvey/ 

Kris Donahoe 2, Moira Courtney/Denis Milne 3. E/W: Ginny 

Russell/Diane Graham 1, Murray Messervy/Liz MacLean 2, 

Catherine Ballinger/David Barker 3. 

Plate Pairs: Jan Roose/Jannene Cumming 1, Joyce Gray/Judy 

Bruerton 2, Lyn Edwards/Shirley Symns3. E/W: Janelle 

Crawley/Karen Manson 1, Janice Pickering/MaggieJohnston 

Amberley Bridge Club 

March 23: Jannene Cumming &Owen Evans 1, Jill Coberger & 

Jim Knight 2, Irene Carson &Julie Elliott 3. 

March 26: North/South: Lesley BladonMoss &Adrienne Paine 

1, Rose Fahey &Margaret Smith 2, Paddy Macfarlane &Penny 

Hepworth 3. East/West: Gavin Dunnett &Noel Langdon 1, Tim 

Saunders &Bruce Johns 2, Douschka Saunders &Nola Kissock 

and Sandra Forbes &Erin Rapson equal 3. 

Waimakariri Gorge Ladies Golf 

LGU &Putting, 18 holes:: JPottinger +2.5, LSteele 0.5, R 

Pilbrow +2.5. Putts: LSteele 27. 

Coronation Medal: Liz Steele 0.5; Aotearoa Cup: JPottinger 

+2.5. 

Veteran’s Trophy: JPottinger +2.5. Nearest pin 11: JPottinger; 

Pin 15: MRankin; Pin 17: JPottinger. Longest Putt: 9, M 

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OXFORD A&P SHOW 


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The lineup at the Oxford A&P Show is 

continuously evolving, and this year, 

one of many new attractions at this 

year’s 121st annual show, on Saturday, 

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SpecialFeaturesofthisyears show 

Oxford Show BBQ •Teams Competition 

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•Pedalmania 

•HighlandDancing 

•Terrier Race 

•Dog AgilityPresentation 

•Vintage Machinery 

•Woodchopping 

•Art &Craft Stalls 

•Trade Sites 

•Food Stalls 

•Shearing 

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Oxf 

ordShowgrounds,Bay Rd Oxf 

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April 11, will be the Inaugural Oxford 

A&P Show BBQ Competition. 

Show president Harry Meijer says he 

is looking forward to the barbecue 

competition. 

‘‘From 10.45am, at one hour intervals, 

entrants will be presenting avariety of 

meat dishes cooked on abarbecue at our 

show. 

‘‘Ten teams of four will fight it out to 

cook three different types of meat, 

ribeye steak, chicken and alamb rump, 

which they will present to our panel of 

five celebrity judges. 

‘‘It will be afirst for us. They are quite 

popular overseas, and afew other shows 

have them, so we are looking forward to 

hosting it, and it should be agreat 

attraction for visitors to come along and 

see master chefs at work,” he says. 

The everpopular terrier race held in 

the main ring before the grand parade at 

2pm, is always alot of fun to take part in 

and watch, says Harry, and for the 

children, there is apet dog competition, 

amagician and the funky bikes of 

Pedalmania. 

‘‘They are here every year and are 

great fun for everyone.’’ 

There will be the usual sideshows and 

attractions,including the regular Ferris 

wheels and roundabouts, lots of trade 

exhibits and craft stalls and many other 

events to make it agreat day out for town 

and countryfolk. 

Thelocal dog agility club will be 

undertaking apresentation in the main 

ring at 1pm. 

Harry says due to aclash with the 

Loburn Collie Club celebrating its 

centenary, there will sadly be no dog 

trials this year. 

‘‘Therewillbesheep on display 

competing for best in breed and 

champion prizes, milking goats, beef 

and dairy cattle, and lots of horses in the 

Oxford A&P Show president... Harry 

Meijer. 

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rings. It will be great fun.’’ 

The great spectacle of wood chopping 

will also be on display, and it is 

alongside the vintage machinery display 

on your right as you enter the Oxford 

Showgrounds from Bay Road and 

Showgate Drive. 

“The owners of these fine vintage 

tractors, cars and trucks are great to talk 

to as they love talking about their 

vehicles,” says Harry. 

He says it is quite fascinating what 

people enter into the arts and crafts, 

vegetables and flowers competitions of 

the show. 

“There’s lots of interesting stuff and 

something for everybody to see after the 

judging is finished around midday at the 

show.” 

Harry joined the Oxford A&P 

Association about 15 years ago, sharing 

acommon interest with others and 

helping out in his community. 

“I’m not into showing,but I'm arural 

type of person, and it’s been agreat 

experience as it’s afantastic group of 

people to work with.” 

“Now, to be head of what is an Oxford 

institution, is areal privilege.” 

Harry’s says he started out thinking he 

was never going to be afarmer, so he 

took adifferent path at Lincoln College, 

qualified as astatistical analyst and 

went to work for the Government at the 

former Ministry of Agriculture and 

Forestry (now Ministry for Primary 

Industries). 

However, he says he was given agreat 

opportunity by adairy farmer on the 

West Coast who took him on, so he’s 

been selfemployed as adairy support 

farmer for 39 years and ‘‘it’s been 

awesome’’. 

His show record is small, having only 

ever entered the vegetable and winter 

crop classes. 

The 121st Oxford A&P Show starts 

with gates opening from 7amon 

Saturday, April 11, at the Oxford 

Showgrounds. 

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For over acentury, the OxfordA&P 

Show has been the heart of the 

community, aplace where town meets 

country, traditions are celebrated, and 

local businesses shine. 

On Saturday, April 11, the 121st 

annual show will be held at the Oxford 

Showgrounds. 

Local farmer Ivan Evans has been a 

member of the Oxford A&P Society for 

more than 30 years and says he has seen 

it go from being areal rural country 

show to one now catering for the people 

who come out from the nearby towns and 

cities in the region. 

“These days you have to cater for 

everybody, and those coming fromthe 

towns and cities keep the show going, 

which everyone here appreciates,” he 

says. 

Remembering back to the 1990s when 

he first started attending the Oxford 

A&P Show, Ivan says the spirit of the 

show is still very much there. What has 

evolved is the increase in trade sites and 

craft stalls, which cater to awider 

variety of people these days. 

‘‘In the ’90s, it was mainly an 

agricultural and pastoral show, but the 

scene has changed that much in the 

years since.’’ 

Mr Evans has been in charge ofthe 

sheep section at Oxford A&P show for 

over 26 years and has also held the post 

of show president. 

He's been coming to the Oxfordshow 

since 1981, when he first moved to the 

Oxford district with his wife and family. 

Awellknown identity in the 

Perendale sheep breeding circles,Mr 

Evans says he loves wool, and that got 

him into showing. 

In the late 1970s, Ibegan showing at 

the Malvern Show, and when we moved 

here, Ijust carried it on. 

Love ofwool... Ivan Evans, who has been amember of the Oxford A&P Society forover 

30years, at an earlier Golden Fleece competition. Ivan loves showing wool, with 13 entries 

in this year’s show. 

PHOTO: FILE 

‘‘I love showing wool, Ihave 13 entries 

going into this year's Oxford Show. Iwill 

also take some to the NZ RAS Golden 

Fleece Exhibition and then show more 

at the annual Perendale conference in 

May.’’ 

He says working with the committee 

over the yearshas been awonderful 

experience, and there are always alot of 

people who will put their hands up when 

needed. 

‘‘We are very lucky in this township 

that we have got alot of very good 

volunteers for organisations like the 

show.’’ 

He says an A&P show is all about 

bringing the district together on one day 

and is agreat way to catch up with alot 

of people you don’t see all that often. 

‘‘It’s agood, fun day where everyone 

gets together and helps each other out 

like we’re one big family.’’ 



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PROGRAMME 

8.15am: Judging commences for horses and ponies donkeys and mules. 

8.45am: GP Hall entries to be staged, postal entries close. 

9am: GP Hall closes for judging. 

9am: Dairy cattle and beef cattle judging begin. 

9.30am: Judging commences for Angora and Mohair, dairy goats, junior judging, 

highland dancing and sheep. 

9.30am: Shearing competitions start. 

9.30am: Scout Den closes for judging. 

10am: Judging commences for pet dogs, pet sheep and lambs, grain and seeds, 

hay and silage, poultry and woodchopping. 

10.30am: Balloon twisting and highland dancing. 

10.45am: First BBQ entry chicken dish handed in at president’s feature 

marquee. 

11.30am: Magic show by Josh Grimaldi –magician. 

11.45am: Second BBQ entry lamb rump dish handed in. 

12noon: Sheep championship awards. 

12.45pm: Third BBQ entry ribeye steak dish handed in. 

12.45pm: Stilt walking. 

1pm: Dog agility presentation. 

1.30pm: Baby and junior show entries to secretary'soffice. 

1.45pm: Prize presentations. 

2pm: Baby and junior show judging. 

2pm: Balloon twisting. 

2pm: Terrier race. 

2.10pm: Supreme Awards. 

2.20pm: President's speech. 

2.30pm: Grand parade /lolly scramble followed by horse jumping continues. 

All day: Arts and crafts stalls, trade sites, food stalls,vintage machinery, 

emergency services display,GPHall demonstrations and displays. 

Folk Art Demonstration, art exhibition, and Pedalmania. 

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Cooking up afeast at BBQ contest 

Taste buds will be salivating, as the 

whiff of succulent roast meat wafts in 

the air when the inaugural Oxford A&P 

Show BBQ Competition begins on 

Saturday morning, April 11. 

Early, at around 7amatthe Oxford 

showgrounds, the 10 teams of four taking 

part in the BBQ competition will be 

handed their meat allocation ofone 

whole Chicken, one Lamb Rump and 

one Ribeye Steak, courtesy of Oxford 

Butchery’sShane Frahm. 

Each team must supply their own 

barbecueand cooking utensils. 

They all then have aset number of 

hours to prepare, cook and present their 

offerings to the five celebrity judges on 

the judging panel throughout the 

morning. 

At 10.45 am, up first will be the 

Chicken dish, which will be handed in to 

the judges at the President'sMarquee. 

An hour later, at 11.45 am, the second 

barbecue entry, the Lamb Rump dish, 

will be handed in, and then finally at 

12.45 pm, the teams will submit their 

third barbecue entry, the Ribeye Steak 

dish. 

The presentation of the winner’s 

awards will be held at 1.45 pm in the 

president's marquee. 

To assist all the teams in the 

competition, acrew of three 

professional barbecue chefs,experts in 

the field of competitive barbecue 

cooking, will be looking over their 

shoulders and offering advice during 

the morning. 

These talented chefs will also be 

holding demonstrations for the public 

throughout the morning. 

The rules are simple –everything 

presented to the judges must be edible, 

the steak must only be cooked with 

compound butter, and there are marks 

for presentation, looks, how it was 

cooked and taste. 

Sizzling ... Chicken, steak and lamb will be sizzle on barbecues as each of 10 teams 

entered in the inaugural Oxford A&P Show BBQ competition look for winning waystocook 

andpresent the three meat dishes to the judges. 

PHOTO: FILE 

Barbecue team competition organiser 

Andrew Stokes saysthis is an exciting 

addition to the Oxford Shows 

entertainment lineup. 

‘‘It is all about having abit of fun while 

also learning how to barbecue cuts of 

meat in new and exciting ways. 

‘‘I want to see how it’s done so Ican 

later try it for myself.’’ 

He saysthe fun will be watching how 

the 10 teams made up of sportsmen and 

women, work colleagues and friends, get 

along in the kitchens —how they 

organise their cooking schedules and 

how they plate up and present their 

entries to the judges. 



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The public support for work being done 

by the Ashley Gorge Tracks Group 

(AGTG) was once again evidentduring 

aworking bee to complete finishing 

touches to the newSkyline Trail. 

Thirty ninevolunteers, including a 

group of youngair cadets from No.88 

Squadron (Waimakariri District) and 

their Squadron Leader Tania 

MacKinnon, arrived at the Ashley 

Rakahuri Gorge Reserve, near Oxford, 

lastSaturday morning to take part in 

the workingbee. 

They were led by AGTG manager 

John Burton who said AGTG's work 

began in 2016 with ahuge amount of 

volunteer input from the community. 

About 15,000 hours so far which has 

culminatedinthe establishment of 

three popularwalking tracks in the 

gorge attracting around 12,000 visitors 

annually. 

Last Saturday the large groupof 

volunteers did the final preparation 

necessary for the fourth track, the 

Skyline Trail, opened to the public the 

next day. 

The new track is afourtofivehour 

loop tramp, climbing 800 metres and 

linking to the gorge’s other three 

tracks. 

All four tracks are also linked to the 

AshleyRakahauri Gorge Reserve,with 

all its facilitiesand the Ashley 

Rakahuri Gorge Reserve Holiday Park, 

which is a‘‘big plus’’, John says. 

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Provisioningyour insect café in cooler times 

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Words: Mark Rayner. Courtesy 

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choice, with averitable smorgasbord of 

flowering plants to choose from, 

however, come autumn and into winter, 

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Hylotelephium ‘Herbstfreude’ 

Okay, don’t let the new classification 

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beauty that forms adense clump ofwaxy 

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and better each year. 

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Rosemary 

Though it may flower throughout the 

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winter months, providing nectarrich 

Winter attraction ... Good oldfashioned rosemary can really come into its own during the 

winter months. 

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For anative favourite to tempt 

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treats for pollinating insects. 

Again, these fabulous perennials will 

disappear briefly over winter but more 

than makeup for that with their bold 

clumping foliage sprouting forth in 

spring. They look great when planted in 

sun or dappled shade, but keep an eye 

on them as they have atendency to take 

over. 

Arbutus unedo 

If you’re after alarge shrub or small tree 

to bring in the pollinators (and add 

beauty to your garden), then you might 

like to consider the evergreen 

strawberry tree, with its strong leathery 

foliage contrasting with bellshaped 

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strawberrylike fruit. 

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Location,quality, family living 

Welcometo4Chartwell Close, awell-maintained and muchlovedfamily home set in one of Rangiora's most 

sought-after neighbourhoods.Positioned inapeacefulcul-de-sac framed by mature trees and private gardens, this 

is alocation that offersboth tranquillity andconvenience-just ashort drive fromRangiora's shopping districts, 

schools and amenities.Ownedbythe same family forover26years, the home has been aplace of comfort, 

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DeadlineSale closes Wednesday22nd April, 2026 at 2.00pm, 

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CoopersCreek 160 Sladdens Bush Road 

Rangiora 31 Kingsbury Avenue 

50.55ha Summer safe foothills lifestyle 

An opportunity to secure yourown slice ofruralheavenapproximately 

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sleepoutwith ensuite and kitchenetteadds flexibilityfor guests, 

extendedfamily (unconsented). 

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Everyday convenience! 

Setinone of Rangiora'smost sought-after pockets, this home delivers 

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everyonewants but rarely finds! Inside, enjoy twospacious living 

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Woodend 24 Welsford Street 

Pegasus 151InfinityDrive 

New Listing 

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Roomfor the whole crew (and then some)! 

Designed with family living in mind,this Woodend home delivers 

space,flexibility,and connection in all theright places.The open-plan 

kitchen and dining form the heart of thehome,while aseparate 

lounge offers roomtospread out. With fourgenerous bedrooms, 

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for kids or guests, there'sspace for everyone. Outdoors, ahuge paved 

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The perfectpackage! 

Morningwalks around the lake,coffeejust down theroad, andhome 

againbefore theday gets going-it's the lifestyle people move to 

Pegasus for... and this home delivers the perfect package.Light-filled 

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Loburn 51 Station Road 

Fernside 161 Easterbrook Road 

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The sunlit timber-clad living area flows ontoanorth-facing deck, 

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run free.The generous lounge,warmedbyaWoodsman Tarras wood 

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Multiple living areas let kids play, adults relax, and everyone connect - 

this home isall about flexibility, space,and loving life. Have questions? 

Would like to view? Whatever you need,please just ask! 

4 3 2 1 2 

Deadline Sale closes Wednesday15th 

April, 2026at4.00pm, (unless sold 

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Where the good times roll! 

If you’recraving open skies, space to unwindand atrue lifestyle feel 

without losing convenience, this beautifully modernised property 

delivers. Astunning kitchen anchors open plan living,complemented 

byaseparate lounge, four bedrooms plus astudyand luxurious 

bathrooms.Set on 4.47 hectares with great sheddingand outdoor 

entertaining, it’s perfectlyset up forfamiliesand makingmemories. 

Have questions?Would like to view? Whatever you need, please just 

ask! 

4 3 2 2 

Deadline Sale closesTuesday 14th 

April,2026 at 4.00pm, (unlesssold 

prior) 

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Multi-generationalmasterpiece 

Two homesunder one roof, 6ha of land,excellent shedsand toomany features and benefitstolist! Opportunities 

like this are tightly held and rarelyavailable -and withclear motivationtosell, this outstanding property demands 

your immediate attention.Privately positioned inanestablished, peaceful setting, the main residence delivers 

generous proportions and modern comfortthroughout.Light-filled open-plan living is complemented by astylish 

contemporary kitchenand separate lounge, creating the perfect balance of connection and retreat.Four spacious 

bedroomsplusadedicated office provide flexibilityfor growingfamilies or those workingfrom home. An insulated 

doublegarage offers seamless internal access and laundry, while the original triple garage hasbeen cleverly 

converted into asubstantialgames room or studio,completewith acosy logburner- ideal for entertaining, hobbies 

oradditional livingspace. The main laundry isgenerously sized and thoughtfully includes atoilet and showerfor 

added convenience. 

6 4 2 

DeadlineSale closes Tuesday7th April, 2026 at 1.00pm, (unless 

sold prior) 

View Sun 5Apr 2.00 -2.45pm 


Kiara Tinirau-Philps 

M 027 545 4272 E kiara.tp@pb.co.nz 

Woodend 21 WelsfordStreet 

Scan for more 

Big home, big section- must be sold! 

Setinthe relaxedsurrounds of Woodend, this substantial brick home delivers exceptionalspace, flexibilityand 

family appeal. Act fast-thishuge family homeona963sqm section with studio won'tlast! Arrangedover two 

generous levels, offering five bedrooms with large storageroomcreating flexibility to configure multiple living 

areas, ahome officeorrumpus room tosuityourlifestyle.The master suite enjoys an ensuite, walk-in wardrobe 

anddirectoutdoor access,whilemultiple living zones centre around the open-plankitchen, dining andsitting area, 

complementedbyaseparate lounge that flowstoasheltered privatepatiowitharchgola. Every detail has been 

considered foryear-round comfort, includingunderfloorheatinginmost tiled areas, acozygas fire, heat pump, 

HRV system, double glazing, gashot water,and solar panels.Acarpeted double garagewithdrive-through access 

andattic storage adds both convenience and practicality. Setonalarge fully fencedsection, the property also 

features aversatile studio with heat pump and ample outdoorspace for families to enjoy. 

5 2 2 

DeadlineSale closes Wednesday8th April, 2026 at 1.00pm, 

(unless sold prior) 

View Sun 5Apr 11.30 -12.00pm 


Kiara Tinirau-Philps 

M 027 545 4272 E kiara.tp@pb.co.nz 

PropertyBrokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 |pb.co.nz 

Proudtobehere

RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL 

NEW LISTING 

NEW LISTING 

AMBERLEY 12 Morris Road 

AWee Humdinger 

Afantasticopportunity forfirst-homebuyers, investors 

or retirees, this solidSummerhillstone home sits on a 

837m² fully fencedsection in aquiet cul-de-sac. The 

living, dining and kitchenhave been crafted intoa 

light-filledopen-plan space withalogburner and 

doors opening to the deckoverlooking the backyard. 

Three bedrooms, afamilybathroom, separate toilet 

andlaundry addpracticality. Outside offers excellent 

shedding with apowered double garage, separate 

powered utility room,woodshed andevenachicken 

coop.Peaceful, spacious andsuperblypositioned - 

come and view! 

3 1 2 

DEADLINE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) 

Offers Over$539,000 Considered 

Closes11.00am,Wednesday 22 April 

VIEW 12.45-1.15pm, Saturday 4April 

Maria Rickerby 


E mrickerby@pggwrightson.co.nz 

Ruby Burney 


E ruby.burney@pggwrightson.co.nz 

LEITHFIELD 9John Leith Place 

APrivate Entertainer 

Set in aquietcul-de-sac on sought-after JohnLeith 

Place, this spaciousLeithfield homeoffers privacy, 

peace and space on a2,000sqm(more or less) section. 

The well-designed 217sqm (more or less) residence 

features four bedrooms,two bathroomsand expansive 

open-plan living, complemented by asecond lounge 

with gas fire, heat pump andducted heating. Seamless 

indoor-outdoor flow to largedecks, acovered BBQ 

area andfamily-friendlysection. Theprimarysuite 

includes anensuite, walk-in robe and spa access, 

whilegarages,autilityroom, vegebeds andample 

storage complete this package. 

4 2 2 

OFFERS OVER $959,000 

CONSIDERED 

VIEW 10.30-11.00am, Saturday 4April 




Ruby Burney 



pggwre.co.nz/AMB43365 


NEW LISTING 

NEW LISTING 

AMBERLEY 460Douglas Road 

Lifestyle Living with Income Potential 

Set on 4.88ha just 4km from Amberley, this sheltered 

lifestyle property offersprivacy, fertileflat land and 

numerousoptions. 

Thethree-bedroom home featureslight-filled openplan 

living with log burner andopenfire, excellent 

storage and verandaaccess. 

Twowell-fenced paddocks have countywater plus a 

well.Aseparate two-bedroom cottage suits guests or 

income. Additionalfeatures include alarge workshop 

withstudio, orchard, vegetablegarden andstunning 

rural views,all within easy reach of town amenities. 

3 2 2 

OFFERS OVER $1.185M 

CONSIDERED 

VIEW 12.45-1.15pm, 

Saturday 4April 




Ruby Burney 



AMBERLEY 7Shier Place 

Prime Position in Oakfields Subdivision 

Discover theideal setting to buildyour dream home 

on this flat 702sqm (more orless) section in amodern 

yet establishedAmberley subdivision.With title 

already issued,services to theboundary, and sensible 

covenants inplace, you can bringyour plans to life 

withoutdelay. Positioned at theend of aquiet cul-desac,the 

section offers privacy, peace, and atrue 

neighbourhood feel. Ideal forfamilies, retirees, 

professionals,orinvestors,the location balances 

relaxed suburban living with superb convenience. 

Enjoy access to green spaces,leisure options, and 

everyday Amberley amenities. 

OFFERS OVER $279,000 

CONSIDERED 




Ruby Burney 





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What’s happening in your 

community... 

WaimakaririLibraries 

Pop-up Library 

Popintosee ourteaminyourcommunity 

on Fridays. 

This monthwe’re at... 

West EyretonSchool 

TheCustHotel 

WaikukuBeach Hall 

Sefton Hall Carpark 

10 April 

9am–12.30pm 


2–3.30pm 


9.30–11.30am 


1.30–3.30pm 

about the Draft 

Annual Plan 2026/27 

We’refocused on 

continuing high levels 

of servicefor our 

growingcommunity 

ANNUAL PLAN 

DraftAnnualPlan 

2026/27 

Consultation Document 

TheCouncil is asking for 

feedback on thesekey topics: 

1. ChangestoLocal Government 

2. LocalWater Done Well 

3. Rangiora EasternLink(REL) Update 

4. Capital programme 

Waimakariri River 

ANew Erafor ElderlyKaiapoi Residents 

Age isjust anumber, but for some ofthe District’s 

elderly, number 28 will signify new beginnings as they 

move into the newest addition toWaimakariri District 

Council’s elderly housing portfolio at Courtenay Drive 

in Kaiapoi. 

Consortium Construction is completing the finishing 

touches onthe modern one-bedroom units with the 

first ever tenants set tomove into their new homes in 

early May. 

PegasusPlayground 

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HAVE YOUR SAYBEFORE 

20 APRIL2026 

Want to learnmore? 

Come alongtoone of ourdrop-ins 

or visit: waimakariri.govt.nz/letstalk 

Council’s Housing Portfolio Holder, CrWendy Doody, 

says the development is awin for the community in 

all aspects; representing asignificant investment in 

supporting the District's ageing population but also 

utilising red-zoned land that would otherwise be 

uneconomic to remediate. 

“We know our community is getting older and that 

stable housing options for elderly people on low 

incomes are very limited, sothese homes are sorely 

needed,” says Cr Doody. 

"Council is committed toplaying abigger role inhelping 

to address housing constraints across the District, 

including asaprovider of affordable rentals." 

“It’s not just about housing though; it’s about creating a 

supportive living environment that enables our tenants 

to maintain their independence and be part of acloseknit 

community.” 

Project Manager Kim Booker, says the homes have 

been designed to blend harmoniously with surrounding 

properties, ensuring the development enhances the 

local area. 

“This location presented unique challenges as redzoned 

land following earthquake damage. However, 

we’ve used lightweight construction suited to the land 

conditions, making itpossible tobuild these 52sqm 

homes,” says Kim. 

Each home features alarge deck at the front and rear 

to enable good indoor/outdoor flow with accessibility 

features including shared ramps to ensure residents can 

navigate their homes safely and independently. 

Ashared energy system ispart ofthe development 

ensuring each block isprovided hot water and heating 

to aminimum temperature and is included as part of 

the rent. 

“The development takes the form ofavillage-style 

complex arranged infour blocks,” says Kim. “Our goal 

is to provide safe, comfortable and supportive housing 

for elderly people, enhancing their quality of life while 

respecting the character of the neighbourhood.” 

The project has been funded from multiple sources 

including Tūāpapa Kura Kāinga –Ministry ofHousing 

and Urban Development and Rata Foundation with 

additional costs being met from the Council's elderly 

housing reserve, generated through the sale of some 

community houses and debt serviced byrental income. 

Applications are now open to couples who meet the 

eligibility criteria. More information onCouncil’s elderly 

housing portfolio, eligibility criteria and how toapply 

can befound on Council’s website waimakariri.govt.nz 

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Easter 

Kerbside 

Collections 

Bins and bags normally 

collected onGood Friday 

move toSaturday 4April. 

Thereare no changesfor Easter Monday collections. 

Bins andbagsshouldbeout forcollectionby7am. 

Transfer Stations 

Good Friday –Southbrook Resource 

Recovery Park (SRRP) and Oxford Transfer 

Station are closed. 

Easter Sunday –ReSale Store closed (we will still 

accept dropped-off goods). 

Transfer stations will be open as usual for the 

remainder ofEaster weekend. 

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visitthe Councilwebsite. 

Find outmoreat 

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Tell aYarn 

Craft Group 

Love knitting or crochet? Want to share your 

passion with fellow enthusiasts? Weare 

starting aweekly drop-in group. Bring your 

existing projects or just come along for a 

natter. Beginners andother crafters welcome, 

no bookingrequired. 

Oxford Library• Thursday 1.30pm 

KaiapoiLibrary •Friday1pm 

Rangiora Library• Saturday 10.30am 

Find outmore 

waimakaririlibraries.com 

0800 965 542 

or visit any of our libraries

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By DAVID HI L, 

Local Democracy Reporter 

It was hailed as a ‘onestop shop ’ to 

make it quicker and easier to build 

major projects when it pa sed into law 

last December. 

But none of the five North Canterbury 

projects included in the Government’s 

Fasttrack A provals Act have 

progre sed beyond being ‘listed ’ 

projects in the fasttrack proce s. 

They were among 149 projects listed 

in the legislation. 

In astatement released last w ek, 

Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop 

and Regional Development Minister 

Shane Jones saidaround 50 of the 149 

projects had lodged substantive 

a plications with the Environmental 

Protection Authority (EPA), since the 

a provals regime was established in 

February. 

Of those, none have b en a proved so 

far, with the first eight expected to be 

signed o f by the end of the year. 

Proposed housing developments at 

Ōhoka, W odend and west Rangiora 

were listed in the legislation, along with 

the W odend Bypa s and the Amuri 

I rigation Company Ltd’s Balmoral 

water storage facility and fish scr en. 

An EPA spokespersonhas confirmed 

none of the five North Canterbury 

projects have lodged substantivefasttrack 

a plications. 

Developers of alisted projectcan 

a ply to the EPA where an ‘expert 

panel’ wi l a se s the projectand 

consult with ‘directly a fected groups ’. 

Panel convenors determine theextent 

of the consultation, meaning the is no 

guarant e local communities wi l have a 

say. 

Thereisnotimeframe foralisted 

projec to lodge an a plication, the 

spokesperson said. 

When the project list was a nounced 

in October last year, Mr Bishoppointed 

the finger at councils forcreating the 

housing crisis. 

‘Speaking in general terms, councils 

have contributed to our housing crisis 

by being overly picky about where 

houses can bebuilt, ’ he said a the time. 

The W odend and west Rangiora 

developments have since b en included 

in the new Waimakariri District Plan 

adopted last month, meaningthey may 

not n ed to be fasttracked. 

Amuri I rigation Company 

chairperson David Croft said the 

company anticipated aresource consent 

would be grantedbyEnvironment 

Canterbury (ECan) inthe next few 

months, after it was lodged in 2023. 

‘It l oks like the normal consenting 

proce s wi l be faster.Insome waysit 

wouldbethe ideal situation because 

everybodyhas 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 month for the 

Balmoral water storageproject. 

The proposed Ōhoka development 

was rejected from the District Plan, 

after aprivate plan change requestwas 

rejected by an independent 

commi sioner in November 2023. 

It is sti l subjec to an Environment 

Court a peal. 

An Environment Courtspokesperson 

said the a pe lant, Carter Group, has 

b en directed to advise the court by 

August 2 ‘how or whether it intends to 

proc ed ’. 

Waimakariri District Council 

developmentpla ning manager Ma t 

Bacon said under the new District Plan, 

the site of the proposed Ohoka 

development is zoned rura lifestyle. 

It mean the farmland could be subdivided 

into 4ha lots, but not into an 

850home development as proposed. 

Carter Group 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 work for the 

proposed W odend Bypa s. 

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Kate ValleyLandfill 

Community Trustfundingrecipients2026 

This year theKVLCT Trustees 

considered 16 grantapplicants that 

were requesting $150,751.67. 

They agreed to providefunding 

totalling$72,972 to thefollowing 

groups. 

• AmberleyBowlingClub 

• AmberleyPonyClub 

• AmberleyTennisClub 

• CanterburyWestCoast AirRescue 

Trust 

• CureBoating Club 

• Elijah Brown 

• Malachi Brown 

• GlenmarkCombinedSports 

• GlenmarkScouts 

• Hurunui Trails Trust 

• Waipara Fireworks 

• Waipara AdventureCentre 

• Waipara CivilDefence 

• Waipara School 

• Waipara District Resident Assn 


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GREY POWER NTH 

CANTERBURY INC. 

Welcomes members 

and intending members 

to its next meeting for 

2026, on Tuesday 7th 

April. VENUE: RSA 

Lounge, Victoria Street, 

Rangiora. Tea and 

Coffee will be available 

from 1.15 pm and the 

meeting will commence 

with the AGM plus 

business and reports at 

1.30pm. Guest Speaker 

from 2.00pm -Hon. Matt 

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Waimakariri and 

Minister for Mental 

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DEATHS 

TAYLOR, Diane Mary 

(nee Forsyth) 

Passed away peacefully 

on 22 March 2026, aged 

67, surrounded by 

family. 

Loved wife ofHugh for 

46 years. Cherished 

mother and mother-inlaw 

of Kate and Tony 

Shadbolt, Marcus and 

LeanneTaylor, David and 

Kelly Taylor, and Richard 

Taylor. 

Adored grandmother of 

her beloved girls: Holly, 

Ashley, Florence, Greta, 

Indiana, Tessa, Maria, 

Bonnieand Isla. 

Treasuredfor her 

warmth and kindness, 

Dianewill be deeply 

missed. 

Acelebration of Diane’s 

life will be held at 2pm 

on Friday 17 April at 

OxfordTown Hall. 

In lieu of flowers, 

donations to Nurse 

Maude Hospice are 

appreciated. 


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Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) 

gives notice that, in accordance with s55(2) of the Resource 

Management Act 1991, the following regional plans have 

been amended toincorporate changes topolicy 3.22 from the 

National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2020: 

• Canterbury Land and Water Regional Plan (CLWRP) 

• Hurunui Waiau River Regional Plan (HWRRP) 

• Waimakariri River Regional Plan (WRRP) 

• Waipara Catchment Environmental Flow and Water Allocation 

Regional Plan (WCEP) 

• Waitaki Catchment Water Allocation Regional Plan (WCWARP) 

The changes relate to natural inland wetlands and the extraction 

of minerals and ancillary activities.Acopy of the full public notice 

can beviewed atecan.govt.nz/public-notices. Ifyou have any 

questions, please contact our Advisory Team on0800 324 636 

or email ecinfo@ecan.govt.nz 

Dr Stefanie Rixecker 

Chief Executive 

02 April 2026 

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Housing . The Waimakariri District Planhas a lowed for upto17, 0 morehouses, meaning the Government’s Fasttrack A provals 

Act may not be n eded. PHOTO: DAVID HI L 

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