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Ant fan buzzing 

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Ant enthusiast Patrick Rayen 

is busy preparing to take 

hundreds of the tiny insects 

The Star, January 23, 2025 

on a nocturnal adventure as 

part of this year’s City Nature 

Challenge. 

The challenge from April 

24-27, is an annual, four-day 

global “bioblitz” where cities 

compete to document plant, animal, 

and fungi species using the 


iNaturalist app. 

This is the eighth year 

Christchurch has taken part 

to help connect residents with 

nature and gather data on local 

urban biodiversity. 

Patrick, 11, is taking at least 

four of his ant farms to the 


challenge’s evening adventures 

event, where people will be able 

to see them being fed. 

Species will include parrot 

ants, big headed ants, Suchier's 

meat ant and the white footed 

house ant. 

“I first started becoming inter- 


ested in ants about five years 

ago after watching some videos 

on YouTube. Then I noticed 

them crawling around in the 

garden at home and started trying 

to identify them using the 

iNaturalist app,” he said. 

Now he wants to be an entomologist 

and always carries test 

tubes when he is out and about, 

just in case he comes across 

a species he does not already 

have. 

His most exciting discovery so 

far was being the first person to 

identify the Sydney mono ant in 

the South Island, in August last 

year. 

“The species is now listed in 

the New Zealand Arthropod Collection, 

with his name as finding 

it,” said Sandra, Patrick’s mum. 

The public is invited to Avonside’s 

Climate Action Campus 

and the surrounding red zone 

land to see Patrick’s ants and 

find out what biodiversity they 

can discover at night-time. 

Scientists and experts will be 

on hand to help identify what’s 

found. 

Other fun activities arranged 

for the evening adventure 

include rock painting, light traps 

being set up to catch night flyers, 

a tour of the butterfly gardens 

and a scavenger hunt. 

Christchurch people have 

really got behind previous 

challenges. 

In 2024, there was a largescale 

effort to put the city on the 

international biodiversity map. 

More than 20,000 nature 

observations saw Christchurch 

place 26th out of 690 cities, 

beating the likes of Los Angeles, 

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Patrick Rayen will be bringing his ant farms to the City Nature Challenge’s evening adventures event , giving the public an 

opportunity to see the insects being fed. 

PHOTO: CCC 

Melbourne and Wellington. 

Last year the number of nature 

observations rose to more than 

25,000, placing Christchurch 27th 

out of 669 cities, with 


a grand total 

of 3.3 million observations made 

worldwide. 

They’re Ageing Faster Than You Think 

Why senior pets need more frequent check-ups - and how early detection can add years of quality life 

Our pets age much faster than we do. A rough guide is 

that dogs age around seven years to our one, and cats 

around five to one. 

That means a single year for a senior pet can represent 

the equivalent of 5–7 human years—so a lot can change 

in a short time. 

For this reason, we recommend at least annual health 

checks for senior pets, and ideally every six months. 

Regular examinations give us the best chance to detect 

problems early, before they become more serious. 

What should you look for at home? 

Pets are very good at hiding illness, so changes are 

often subtle. Keep an eye out for: 

Increased thirst or urination 

Changes in appetite or weight 

Stiffness or slowing down 

Reluctance to jump, run, or climb stairs 

Behaviour changes (anxiety, withdrawal, irritability) 

Confusion or altered sleep patterns 

Hearing or vision decline 

Bad breath or difficulty eating 

Changes in coat quality and grooming habits 

Even small changes can be early warning signs of 

underlying disease. 

Why early detection matters 

Preventative care isn’t just about treating illness—it’s 

about finding it early and slowing it down. 

Senior health checks include a thorough physical exam, 

and we often recommend routine blood and urine 

testing. These tests can detect early signs of conditions 

such as kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, and 

thyroid disorders—often before your pet shows obvious 

symptoms. 

When we detect disease early, we have far more options 

to manage it effectively and maintain a better quality of 

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Ageing doesn’t have to mean slowing down 

It’s easy to assume that changes like slowing down are 

“just old age,” but pain and disease are often involved. 

With the right support—whether that’s medication, 

nutrition, or lifestyle adjustments—we can make 

a significant difference to your pet’s comfort and 

wellbeing. 

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If your pet is entering their senior years, now is the 

time to be proactive. Throughout April, we’re offering 

a reduced-price senior health consultation including 

routine blood testing, making it easier to establish 

a baseline and pick up early changes. 

Early detection can make a profound difference — 

both to how long your pet lives, and how well they live. 

Call us to book your pet’s senior health check, or chat to 

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Colour, culture give new life to bare 

Artist Kophie Su’a-Hulsbosch 

has transformed a blank twostorey 

concrete wall in Linwood 

Village into a vibrant new 

community talking point. 

The large-scale mural has 

been created as part of the 

city council’s 

Enliven Places 

Programme, with 

a strong focus 

on reflecting the 

stories, identity 

and aspirations 

of the local 

community. 

Su’a-Hulsbosch 

said ideas were 

gathered during 

a community 

Kophie 

Su’a-Hulsbosch 

drop-in session held in March. 

“People spoke about wanting 

to see the diversity of the 

neighbourhood reflected, 

along with more greenspace, 

references to the red zone, 

native birds, local shops, and a 

sense of hope for the future,” 

she said. 

“There was a strong desire to 

focus on what’s growing now 

rather than what’s been lost, to 

show strength in community 

and to create something 

positive, vibrant, and uplifting 

that encourages new ideas and 

embraces change.” 

The mural features native 

plants found in the red zone 

such as kōwhai and cabbage 

trees, alongside foraging 

opportunities such as lemon 

trees. 

The Ōtākaro Avon River 

“People spoke about 

wanting to see the 

diversity of the 

neighbourhood reflected, 

along with more 

greenspace, references 

to the red zone, native 

birds, local shops, and 

a sense of hope for the 

future.” 

Kophie Su’a-Hulsbosch 

runs through the centre of the 

artwork, acknowledging its 

history as a māhinga kai site for 

local rūnanga and its ongoing 

importance to the community. 

Three local figures are also 

featured, celebrating everyday 

people from the neighbourhood 

— primary school teacher 

Lucinda Ferguson, tradie Jeff 

Su’a, and Moana Vā general 

manager Lana Shields, who 

has worked across a range 

of community organisations 

including the City Mission. 

“The mural is designed to 

resemble cloth, layered and 

woven together and reflecting 

how different cultures, stories, 

and people come together to 

form the vibrant community 

of Linwood Village,” Su’a- 

Hulsbosch said. 

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Linwood wall 

Cultural elements are woven 

throughout, including Pacific 

patterns found in fabric at local 

shops, alongside symbols such 

as the Filipino sun and a lotus, 

representing the diversity of 

communities that call the area 

home. 

The mural complements a 

2024 Enliven Places Programme 

project at the adjacent 89 

Stanmore Rd site, where a 

temporary gathering space has 

been created for community-led 

events while the land awaits 

future development. 

City council head of planning 

and consents Mark Stevenson 

said the programme supports 

projects that bring life to underused 

spaces. 

“Projects like this mural, the 

adjoining activation space, recent 

streetscape and Doris Lusk park 

upgrades aim to help make locals 

feel seen, proud of where they 

live, and excited about what the 

future of Linwood Village holds.” 

A piece by artist Gwyn Hughes (above) will be auctioned off at the Art and Sculptural Exhibition. Right - I Used to Sleep at 

Night by Ben Reid who was one of the guest artists at the 2024 exhibition. 

Exhibition for a good cause 

The mural features native plants found in the red zone, the Ōtākaro Avon River and 

three everyday working people from the neighbourhood: Lucinda Ferguson, a primary 

school teacher; Jeff Su’a, a tradie; and Lana Shields, general manager at Moana Vā plus 

cultural elements throughout reflecting the diversity of Linwood Village. PHOTOS: CCC 

Not-for-profit organisation, 

Hōhepa Canterbury, will hold 

its biennial Art and Sculptural 

Exhibition next month. 

The exhibition and auction 

will include artwork and pieces 

from over 50 established and 

up-and-coming New Zealand 

artists, including Renata Przynoga 

and Gwyn Hughes, along 

with work by Hōhepa residents. 

The exhibition is one of 

the main fundraisers for 

Hōhepa Canterbury, which 

supports adults living with an 

intellectual disability. 

A VIP preview night for serious 

art buyers will be held on 

May 22 from 7-9pm, while the 

exhibition will run from May 

23-24 at 23 Barrington St. 

The VIP event will include 

bubbles, live music, live 

painting and a key piece by 

Hughes will be auctioned off. 

Tickets can be purchased at 

hōhepaART.com 

Hughes will also be doing live 

painting shows on the exhibition 

days from 10am to noon 

and 1.30-3.30pm. 

The proceeds from the exhibition 

will go to Hōhepa Wellness 

and Community Participation 

Programmes. 

“And the more money is 

raised, the more opportunity 

we have to support our 

people,” a Hōhepa Canterbury 

spokesperson said. 

Hōhepa Canterbury supports 

a vibrant community of people 

with intellectual disabilities. 

“Our quality, innovative 

services encourage them to 

live fully engaged lives. We 

see disability as something 

you have, not something you 

are. So we hope this exhibition 

will become part of the 

Christchurch art calendar, as 

well as a unique opportunity to 

give people with a disability a 

voice and the chance to exhibit 

work alongside established 

artists.” 

At the 2024 exhibition, more 

than $45,000 in art was sold, 

showing the incredible quality 

of work on display. 

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Among the latest in a seemingly 

endless stream of new 

models from MG is the QS – a 

large, affordable seven-seat 

SUV aimed at making a big 

impression with buyers here. 

The company is backing its 

ambitions with equally sizeable 

models, including the QS and 

the recently launched U9 ute, 

based on the LDV Terron. 

Both MG and LDV are owned 

by Chinese automotive giant 

Shanghai Automotive, an 

aggressive player determined 

to establish credibility in this 

competitive segment. 

MG has a lot riding on the 

success of both the U9 and QS, 

with the latter likely to have 

broader appeal thanks to its 

strong value proposition. 

Sharp modern styling, a 

long list of features, and the 

reassurance of a seven-year, 

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many buyers. Its biggest 

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outdoor lifestyles. However, with 

just 180mm of ground clearance, 

off-road ability is limited if 

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Open Weekend 

Summerset Prebbleton is a growing village with a vibrant community. Our village centre is underway, 

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“We’ve met a lovely group of people around our age that are just like us, active and get out and 

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Better after a short stay in the fridge 

Fresh is not always best. 

A vegetable soup and a 

chocolatey, nutty ricotta 

dessert are overnight 

sensations that taste even 

better the next day, reckons 

Nigel Slater 

AUTUMN VEGETABLE SOUP 

WITH ORZO 

A humble, good-natured soup. 

Swap vegetables as the need 

takes you. Carrots instead of 

swede; courgettes for butternut; 

a leek in place of onion. 

Ingredients 

Serves 6 

1 medium onion 

200g swede 

1 celery rib 

3 tbsp olive oil 

300g butternut squash or 

pumpkin 

1 tsp rosemary leaves 

4 cloves garlic 

10 sprigs thyme 

3 large tomatoes 

80ml white wine 

1 litre vegetable stock 

250g green beans 

80g orzo 

Method 

• Peel the onion and swede. 

Cut them and the celery into 

small dice. Warm the olive oil 

in a deep heavy-based pan over 

a moderate heat, then add the 

chopped vegetables, stirring 

them to coat with oil. 

• Peel the pumpkin or 

butternut, discard the seeds and 

fibres, then cut into small dice 

and add to the pan. 

• Peel and finely slice the 

garlic. Finely chop the rosemary, 

add to the pan with the garlic, 

a pinch of salt and the sprigs of 

thyme, then leave to cook for 5 

minutes, stirring regularly. 

• Chop the tomatoes into small 

pieces (discard the seeds if you 

wish, but I prefer not to) then 

add to the pan, with the white 

wine. Pour in the stock, lower 

the heat so the soup simmers 

gently, then partially cover with 

a lid and leave to cook for 30 

minutes until the swede and 

pumpkin are soft enough to 

crush easily between your finger 

and thumb. 

• Cut the green beans into 

short lengths (about 2cm) then 

add to the pan, with the orzo. 

• Turn the heat up and leave 

to cook for 10 minutes until the 

pasta is tender and almost soft. 

• Check the seasoning – you 

will need pepper and a little salt 

– and serve. 

RICOTTA WITH AMARETTI AND 

CRYSTALLISED FRUIT 

Don’t feel obliged to hunt out 

hazelnut chocolate, but I do 

think the tiny nibs of roasted 

hazelnut contribute to the 

texture. 

Ingredients 

Serves 6 

250ml cream 

250ml ricotta 

80g crisp amaretti 

80g crystallised orange and 

citron peel 

70g crystallised cherries 

100g hazelnut chocolate 

For the chocolate decoration: 

100g dark chocolate 

2 tbsp crystallised orange peel 

4 tbsp flaked almonds 

Method 

• In a chilled bowl, whip the 

cream until thick. Stop beating 

when it is thick enough to sit in 

soft mounds. 

• Add the ricotta to the bowl. 

Crumble the amaretti into 

large, rough pieces and add to 

the cream. 

• Cut the crystallised peel and 

cherries into small dice, then 

add to the bowl, folding the 

cream, ricotta, amaretti crumbs 

and fruit together. Take care 

not to over-mix. 

• Place a mixing bowl over 

a small pan of simmering 

water, then break the hazelnut 

chocolate into the bowl, and 

leave to melt, without stirring. 

• When the chocolate is 

liquid, remove from the heat, 

then fold briefly and gently into 

the amaretti cream, leaving 

ribbons of chocolate running 

through the cream. 

• Cover the bowl with 

clingfilm and refrigerate for 

at least 2 hours or, better still, 

overnight. 

• Melt the chocolate for the 

decoration as before. Pour on 

to a lightly oiled tray. Scatter 

over the chopped candied peel 

and almonds. Leave in the 

fridge until the chocolate has 

set crisp then break into shards 

and serve with the amaretti 

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Kahikatea Kirkwood 

Intermediate School 

Celebrating Kahikatea Kirkwood 

House Captains for 2026 

Year 7 Camp 

Our Year 7 students have 

recently attended a camp at 

Ōnuku Marae. This is a great way 

for the children to get to know 

each other and is part of 

our NZ Histories 

programme. 

We learnt how to sail 

a sailing boat. We also 

visited the museum and 

learnt about the Te Tiriti 

o Waitangi – Treaty of 

Waitangi. 

“Ōnuku Marae is home to the hapū (sub-tribe) of Ngāi Tārewa 

and Ngāti Īrakehu. Our home has been the setting for some of 

the most significant and historic events seeded in the founding 

of our nation including the signing of the Tiriti o Waitangi 

(Treaty of Waitangi) by our Tīpuna (ancestors).” 

Ōnuku Marae website: www.onuku.nz 

At camp, I learnt 

more about Māori 

history and culture, both at 

Takapūneke and the marae. 

I also learnt quite a 

few new games which 

was such fun. 

Back row: (from left to right): Malcolm, Alexandra, Brenna, Jun Beom, 

Malaefou, Tatiana, Grace and Alfie 

House Captains for Mansfield/Hillary 

Brenna - Ex Wigram Primary School – Te Piki Kahu 

I love Kahikatea Kirkwood Intermediate School because of all the 

opportunities and activities/events that we have available at school. There 

is such a variety of roles, and various sports opportunities you can join or 

belong to. This year I would like to improve my skills in netball and encourage 

others to experience a variety of activities. The reason why I wanted to be 

a House Captain was because I love the idea of helping others, not just 

students. I would like to develop my skills as a leader, it will be a good 

experience for me. 

Jun Beom - Ex Ilam School 

I like the opportunities Kahikatea Kirkwood Intermediate school offers and 

I like how we are very multi-cultural. I would like to ensure our school keeps 

its good reputation, so the community will see how good our school is by the 

experiences of our students. Being a House Captain was important for me as 

I wanted to be a good leader and be a positive influence on other students. 

House Captains for Sheppard/Freyberg 

Grace - Ex Lincoln Primary 

I love how there are so many opportunities culturally, academically and 

sports orientated. There is something for everyone in and out of school 

hours. I want to help Kahikatea Kirkwood thrive in sports this year, including 

CAIMS and athletics. The reason I wanted to be a House Captain is because 

I love cheering and encouraging other students in any and every way. 

I believe I have a lot of potential to be a great leader for the school. 

Alfie - Ex Ararira Springs Primary 

I like the number of opportunities there are in winter sports and leadership 

roles. This year I would like to ensure everyone works together. I wanted to 

be a House Captain so I can make my house better and it will give me more 

responsibility to become a better leader. 

House Captains for Britten/Te Kanawa 

Alexandra - Ex Ilam School 

I like the opportunities Kahikatea Kirkwood Intermediate provides, in 

particular, the Technology areas (Food, Metal, Wood, Plastics etc). I also like 

the diversity of the school because we get to celebrate many cultures. During 

my time at Kahikatea Kirkwood Intermediate I would like everyone to feel like 

the school is a safe environment, both physically and mentally. I wanted to be 

a House Captain because I want to lead the school with pride and make it a 

better place. I would like to be a good role model. 

Malcolm - Ex Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate and Prebbleton School: 

Te Kura o Taumata Kuri 

Kahikatea Kirkwood Intermediate School offers great leadership 

opportunities and extra extension classes. I would like to try to make others 

feel accepted into the community and feel a sense of belonging. Sharing the 

workload to help make students feel a sense of purpose. I would like to keep 

making Kahikatea Kirkwood Intermediate School a fun place to belong to 

and I would like to be a good role model for others. 

House Captains for Rutherford/Batten 

Tatiana - Ex Wigram Primary School – Te Piki Kahu 

I like the wide range of opportunities that Kahikatea Kirkwood Intermediate 

School provides in extra-curricular activities. This year, I would like to see 

more events/activities being held during breaktimes to bring more people 

together, not just in sport. The reason I wanted to be a House Captain was 

because I would like to inspire everyone across the school and help them to 

feel they belong. 

Malaefou - Ex Gilberthorpes School 

What I like about Kahikatea Kirkwood Intermediate is that it is a really friendly 

and welcoming school. I want to make sure when there are events happening 

at school that everyone who gets involved enjoys it. I wanted to be a House 

Captain so I could help people and be a good role model for the school. 

I enjoyed learning 

about the pōwhiri 

where we sang to each 

other and then we read 

out speeches. 

We also learnt how to 

play traditional Māori 

games. 

I loved the Cansail 

and Black Cat cruise 

because we learnt how to 

put the sails up and down. 

We also saw a lot of 

dolphins and seals 

while on the boat. 

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We learnt about 

the history of the 

area, it was a great 

way to get to know 

each other. 

My favourite part 

was getting to play 

outside and enjoy the 

culture of the marae. 

I really enjoyed learning 

about the history of 

Aotearoa. 

We are holding an Open Day 

in Term 3. You are welcome 

to visit our newly refurbished 

school and have a look at our modern single cell classrooms and new library. 

We have carefully designed these spaces to foster creativity and help support academic 

excellence. Please visit our website for information about our Open Day closer to the time. 

You may also visit our website www.kirkwood.school.nz to view our 

Prospectus for further information and how to complete an online 

enrolment application form. Alternatively, you may contact the school 

office on 03 348 7718. 

Phil Tappenden, Principal 

260 Riccarton Road, Christchurch 

Email: school.information@kirkwood.school.nz 

Phone 03 348 7718 

www.kirkwood.school.nz



CROSSWORD 

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446 

SUDOKU 

Every row, column and box should 

contain the digits 1 to 9. 

WordBuilder 

WORDBUILDER 

R G E 

L A G 

6 

346 346 

L A G 

How many words of three or more 

letters, including plurals, can you make 

How many words of three or more letters, 

including plurals, can you make from the six 

letters, using each letter only once? No foreign 

How from 

words many the 

or words six 

beginning 

letters, of three using 

with or more a capital 

each letters, are 

only 

allowed. There's at least one six-letter word. 

including once? plurals, can you make from the six 

TODAY 

letters, No Good words using 16 each beginning Very letter Good only 22 with once? Excellent a capital No 28 foreign are 

words Solution or words 345: ana, beginning ani, ant, anti, with apian, a capital apt, inapt, are 

allowed. 

nap, napa, nip, 

There’s 

nit, pain, 

at 

paint, 

least 

pan, pant, 

one 

pat, 

six-letter 

allowed. There's at least one six-letter word. 

word. PATINA, pin, PIÑATA, pint, pit, pita, tai, TAIPAN, tan, 

tap, tapa, tin, tip. TODAY 

Good 16 Very Good 22 Excellent 28 

Solution 345: ana, ani, ant, anti, apian, apt, inapt, 

nap, napa, nip, nit, pain, paint, pan, pant, pat, 

PATINA, pin, PIÑATA, pint, pit, pita, tai, TAIPAN, tan, 

tap, tapa, tin, tip. 

27 28 

29 30 

31 32 

33 34 

Across 

1. Ship’s cable (6) 

5. Dig up (6) 

10. Regarding, in connection with (7) 

11. Probity (7) 

12. Longs for (6) 

15. Thin layer or sheen (6) 

16. Ruler (7) 

17. Coarse file (4) 

18. Overcome (4) 

19. Law (7) 

20. Loot (4) 

22. Likelihood (4) 

25. Degenerate (7) 

27. Rouse (6) 

28. Outburst (6) 

31. Deliberately vague (7) 

32. Prominent (7) 

33. Accentuate (6) 

34. Threats or force (6) 

Decoder 

Down 

2. Debts (7) 

3. Lying face up (6) 

4. Ascend (4) 

5. Reverberation (4) 

6. Building for aircraft (6) 

7. Communication (7) 

8. Attorney (6) 

9. Dictator (6) 

13. Besotted (7) 

14. Relate to (7) 

15. Sign (7) 

20. Frightened (6) 

21. Determined (7) 

23. Muffles (7) 

24. Scabbard (6) 

25. Determine (6) 

26. Rudder (6) 

29. Wine sediment (4) 

30. Employed (4) 

Crossword 

Across: 1. Hawser, 5. Exhume, 10. Apropos, 11. Honesty, 12. Yearns, 15. 

Patina, 16. Emperor, 17. Rasp, 18. Best, 19. Statute, 20. Swag, 22. Odds, 

25. Deviant, 27. Awaken, 28. Tirade, 31. Evasive, 32. Salient, 33. Stress, 

34. Duress. Down: 2. Arrears, 3. Supine, 4. Rise, 5. Echo, 6. Hangar, 

7. Missive, 8. Lawyer, 9. Tyrant, 13. Smitten, 14. Pertain, 15. Portent, 

20. Scared, 21. Adamant, 23. Deadens, 24. Sheath, 25. Define, 26. Tiller, 

29. Lees, 30. Used. 

WordBuilder: Age, ale, are, ear, earl, egg, eggar, era, erg, gag, gage, gal, 

gale, gar, GARGLE, gear, gel, glare, lag, lager, LAGGER, large, lea, leg, 

rag, rage, rale, real, reg, regal. 

DECODER 

Each number represents a different letter of the alphabet. Write the 

given letters into all squares with matching numbers. Now work out 

which letters are represented by the other numbers. 

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