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Farewell

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Pags 10-11

26-28 JUNE 2026

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Skullet man’s

rise to fame

BY SAM COUGHLAN

Does this rugby player have

the greatest hairstyle in New

Zealand?

Charlie James and his

mother Suzanne were honed

in by Sky Sports cameras

while they were watching the

Crusaders match against the

Chiefs at a packed out One

New Zealand Stadium.

James, 18, who plays as

a hooker for the Lincoln

Combined first XV in the Miles

Toyota Championship, sports

what is known as a skullet –

shaved on top, but grown out

in standard mullet fashion

at the back. A screenshot of

him and Suzanne was shared

online by the Alternative

Commentary Collective,

captioned “what a lid on the

kid”.

And it is not the first time

Sky Sport cameras have

focused on him for a crowd

shot.

Said James: "It's happened

in the past before, other

sporting events. A few years

ago at the rugby, the ACC also

posted about me, and Rugby

Highlight, another Facebook

page, posted about me once.”

› Continued on Page 4

Charlie James with his eye-catching skullet alongside his mother Suzanne during the Crusaders’ clash with the Chiefs at

One New Zealand Stadium.

PHOTO: SKY SPORT NZ

Street booze ban possible to cork uni students

BY DANIEL ALVEY

Problems with university

students could see a liquor ban

imposed on Lincoln.

Discussions are under way

between the council, police

and Lincoln University to see

if an alcohol-free zone around

the centre of the town would

reduce alcohol-related harm.

The idea of a ban has

the backing of The Famous

Grouse Hotel co-owner

Shaughn McNabb.

“100% we are supporting that

we have been advocates for a

long time,” he said.

McNabb said the hotel

inadvertently gets blamed for

students, who have not been

at the Grouse or have been

refused entry, drinking on the

street.

“We're in control in the pub,

but we cannot control what’s

happening outside the pub.

“Students and people are just

Shaughn

McNabb

throwing cans

everywhere, and

it just makes us

look bad.”

Early last

month, the

Grouse gained

unwanted

notoriety when

two bouncers

were filmed

allegedly

assaulting an 18-year-old after

he had been ejected for bad

behaviour. It was a Wednesday

night when Lincoln University

students traditionally go there.

The incident is still under

investigation by police.

McNabb said the hotel has

been cleared of any wrongdoing

and has since engaged a new

company for security.

The hotel is now only

allowing people aged over 19 in

on a Wednesday, which McNabb

said has helped.

“Over the course of the year,

(students) are about 4% of

turnover, and I'm not risking

96% for 4%.”

Super Liquor owner Pawan

Kumar, which is across the road

from the Grouse, said students

often buy alcohol while waiting

for fast food from a fish and

chip shop next door.

He supported an alcohol ban.

The university also supported

a ban.

› Continued on Page 4

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One of life’s gentlemen and

great community servants

sadly passed away last week.

Wal Scott was one of those

blokes who was always

ready to go out of his way to

help others, whether it be

via Rotary and the Lincoln

Community Care Association

he had longtime associations

with, or his beloved Lincoln

rugby and cricket clubs.

He enjoyed the company

of his mates at his favourite

watering hole, where bursts

of laughter would resound

around the bar after another

story and memory was

shared among the group.

He would usually have a

cheeky look in his eye, was

still sharp as a tack as he

moved into his mid 80s, and

was genuinely interested in

how people were.

On pages 10-11 today we

look back on Wal’s life, and

talk to a couple of his old

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Flooding rules push homes to new heights

A Rolleston homeowner says updated flood modelling has left him with

an impossible choice between an overly high floor level or building

lower and facing potential hazard notices and insurance issues.

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sporting colleagues Richard

Clark and Gavin Eastwick.

There are also words from

Wal himself from an interview

with Selwyn Times in 2020.

There will have been more

than a few glasses raised for

Wal in the past week.

If there is a football field

or cricket pitch in the sky,

I’m sure he’s having a well

deserved glass or two himself.

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Property market remains resilient

despite interest rate pressures

BY DANIEL ALVEY

The Selwyn property market

is expected to remain steady

despite higher interest rates on

the horizon.

The latest data from Infometrics

shows the number of houses

sold in the 12 months to March

rose 18.6% compared to the previous

year, while new listings

increased 9.4%.

At the same

time, building

consents reached

record levels,

up 48% in the 12

months to March

compared with

the previous year.

The figures are

even higher than

those seen during

the post-pandemic

building boom in 2021.

Chris Jones

However, with further interest

rate increases forecast, a market

slowdown may be ahead.

Bayleys agent Chris Jones

said he expects Selwyn to hold

steady.

“It’s a good, fair market. You

may not get the big increases

in value in one year like some

other centres have, but it is more

consistent,” he said.

Last week, the Reserve Bank

held the official cash rate at

2.25%, but warned increases

were on the way.

In the 12 months to March, 2074 building consents were issued in the district

compared to 1403 in the previous year.

PHOTO: DANIEL ALVEY

Jones said sales had dipped

following recent geopolitical

tensions in the Middle East, but

activity had picked up again.

“The last month to six weeks

has been quite hard, but we’ve

all noticed in the last week or 10

days things have really started

to move again.”

In Selwyn, the QV Price Index

puts the average house price at

$860,764, up 1.4% over the past

year.

Jones said sections in developments

such as Arbor Green in

Rolleston, Earlsbrook in Lincoln,

and the recently released Westhaven

subdivision in Rolleston

have continued to sell.

He said new builds remain

attractive because buyers can

lock in prices and interest rates

now for homes that will be completed

in six to 12 months.

“That’s pretty appealing to

people if they think interest

rates are going to go up.”

Jones said the lifestyle market

has been quieter.

“I put that down to a lot of

people getting caught up in the

fuel prices, and maybe it’s not a

great time to go on the market.”

Ray White agent Caine Hopcroft

has noticed some rental

properties being sold to firsthome

buyers.

“It was looking like it was

going to be a really good year

until the Middle East conflict

happened, and that’s changed

things a little bit.

“A lot of investors have been

selling since the beginning of

the year. The theme there is concern

over a potential change of

government and tenancy laws.”

On the new-build side,

construction analyst Mike

Blackburn said migration into

Canterbury is being driven by

house prices that are 20–30%

lower than cities such as

Auckland.

“For the foreseeable future, it

does look good.”

In the 12 months to March,

2074 consents were issued in

the district, compared with 1403

in the previous year.

However, Blackburn also

expects the market to eventually

turn, though not for some

time.

“We are an industry of boom

then bust.”

• Flooding rules push homes to new

heights, page 5

• Developer battle brews over

subdivision timing, page 6

• New growth fund could boost

council coffers, page 8

In brief

Weedons Interchange lights

set to be turned on

The new traffic lights at the

Weedons Interchange are scheduled

to be switched on this week. The

lights aim to reduce queues on

the State Highway 1 southbound

off‐ramp by stopping traffic on

Weedons Rd so vehicles enter the

roundabout from the off-ramp. The

work is part of NZ Transport Agency

Waka Kotahi’s Rolleston access

improvements project. The project

also includes the nearly complete

Dunns Crossing roundabout, and the

Rolleston Drive flyover, which work

is expected to start on later this

year.

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books, puzzles, games, CDs and

DVDs to be sold at its Bookarama

event on July 9-11. Donations can

be dropped into collection bins

at New World and Bridgestone in

Lincoln, FreshChoice Prebbleton,

and Rolleston’s New World, The

Warehouse and Woolworths. To

donate large quantities of books,

contact Grahame on 021 117 7453

or Murray 0274 326 075.

Gas leak investigation

An investigation into a suspected

gas leak at the council-owned

DairyNZ building on Millpond Ln

in Lincoln has been inconclusive.

Lincoln Volunteer Fire Brigade,

which responded to the leak on

May 1, said at the time it was an air

conditioning unit but the subsequent

council investigation said the cause

could not be found.

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‘Mum is not a fan’

HAVE YOUR SAY Would you support a liquor ban in Lincoln? Send your views in

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Liquor ban could

reduce offending

› From Page 1

“We are supportive in

principle of a potential alcoholfree

zone in Lincoln township

and continue to engage with

Selwyn District Council and

other stakeholders to consider

all appropriate alcohol related

harm mitigations,” a university

spokesperson said.

In Christchurch, there is

an alcohol free zone around

Canterbury University.

Senior Constable Andy

Williamson said police support

any measure to reduce alcohol

related harm. “Police want

to reduce alcohol-related

offending, victimisation, and

harm and, in turn, generally

support all efforts from

partners and the community to

do so,” he said.

Springs Ward councillor

Denise Carrick said a ban could

be good to reduce litter, such

as cans and bottles, around

Lincoln.

Fellow Springs Ward

councillors, Aaron McGlinchy

and Sarah Barnsley, wanted to

see more data before making a

“knee-jerk” reaction.

› From Page 1

"At the cricket, they always

had me on TV at the Super

Smash games and Katey Martin

(TVNZ cricket commentator)

used to love talking about me.

I've had people ask for photos

of me a few times.”

It is something he takes in

his stride.

"Not too (shocked), it’s pretty

good.”

In the clip taken during

the 72nd minute of the game,

James is shown shushing his

mum.

Suzanne told Selwyn Times

her son was trying to tune in to

the referee.

“We have sports ears, so

we were listening to the

commentary, and he had

switched it to the referee,

that’s why he was telling me to

be quiet,” she said.

James, a year 13 student

at Lincoln High, first grew

his mullet during the Covid-

19 lockdown in 2020, before

shaving the front off during

an under 15s rugby trip three

years ago.

"I ended up shaving it short

on top and I had a Jonah Lomu

fringe on at the front. I had

that for a while and then I've

just kept it short ever since.”

But mum is not a fan.

"I don't mind if he's got the

mullet, but the skullet is just

not that pleasant. But he's

always been a wee bit quirky,”

said Suzanne.

"About three or four

Charlie James plays at hooker for the

Lincoln Combined first XV in the Miles

Toyota Championship.

PHOTO: ANDREW HALLIGAN

years ago they were doing

a fundraiser at school for

Movember but, of course,

the children don't grow

moustaches, they grew mullets.

My other son (Ned) had a

massive big mullet and he

raised 500 bucks for charity to

get his shaved off.

“I was like: ‘Charlie, do it, do

it’. And he was like: ‘No, I'm

not doing it’. He's not budging

with that bloody thing.”

James said he had received

mixed feedback on the skullet

but it was mostly positive.

"My mum absolutely hates

it, I've had coaches laugh at it,

my friends all laugh at it, they

either laugh at

it or hate it. I've

had teachers

compliment

me, say it's

an incredible

haircut, it just

looks better

every time they

see me.

Charlie James

"At my game

(last) Saturday,

one of the opposition players

was actually complimenting

me on it, quite a bit. (I get)

more compliments.”

Lincoln Combined coach Jade

Britain is a fan of the haircut.

“That personality is what I

like. Professional sports sort of

kills some of that personality

and behaviour and identity,

even at the top end of first XV,

you feel like they're media

trained,” he said.

“We give him a bit of stick

about it, but I'd rather him

be proud of who he is than

anything else.”

James said he has no designs

to get rid of the skullet any

time soon.

“I haven't thought about

that too much, I'll come to that

when I reach there.

“It’s how people know me,

it’s just so I can stand out

more.”

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Flooding rules

push homes

to new heights

BY DANIEL ALVEY

Phillip Steyne is facing an

unwinnable situation while

trying to get his new home built

in Rolleston.

Either he accepts a floor level

so high he would be peering

into his neighbours’ yards, or he

builds lower and faces a hazard

note being put on his property

records and potentially higher

insurance costs.

Steyne’s build has been

delayed due to updated flood

modelling introduced last year.

He bought a subdivided section

on Lowes Rd last year, but

when the time came to build on

it, the council said the house’s

foundation would need to sit

about 1.1m above ground level.

“It’s just ridiculous,” he said.

The issue stems from flood

modelling showing Steyne’s

property could be about 50cm

underwater during a one-in-200-

year flood event.

To meet the rules, he would

need an 80cm concrete

foundation.

But Steyne believes the council’s

modelling is wrong, with

surrounding properties having

much lower floor levels.

“I don’t see how water can go

1m higher than on my section

than next door.”

It may be possible for Steyne to

have a more typical floor level of

about 150-220mm, but it would

require further engineering

reports and a resource consent

application, potentially costing

about $10,000.

The flood model is used by

the council to determine floor

levels for houses without having

to inspect every property

individually.

Steyne believes the council

needs to be more willing to carry

out site visits in one-off cases.

“I need someone to come to

the site and see that something is

wrong, not just look at the modelling,”

he said.

For now, his build remains

on hold while he searches for a

solution.

A similar situation has arisen

for a couple building in Kirwee,

where they are the last to build

in their subdivision.

Their building company,

Howard Construction, is

contesting the case with the

council.

Phillip Steyne’s house is trying to prove to the council his new house does not need to be 80cm above the ground.

PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN

Howard Construction

co-director Bobbie Howard

said the council required the

house to have a final floor

height of 600mm above ground

level, despite other homes in

the relatively new subdivision

having standard floor heights.

“We’ve been building houses

in Selwyn for 15 years and have

never had any issues,” she said.

The options being considered

include placing the house on piles

or raising the height of the entire

section by importing extra fill.

However, raising the site would

require extra measures to protect

neighbouring properties from

flooding.

Howard and

Steyne are both

frustrated the

council is not

applying what

they describe as

“common sense”

and is instead

relying solely

on Environment Emma Larsen

Canterbury’s

flood modelling.

Council head of planning

Emma Larsen said the floor

heights for all new homes must

follow the national rules which

are set out by the Ministry

of Business, Innovation and

Employment.

“In Selwyn, we recently

updated our flood modelling

with new data, along with

changes in rules nationally. This

has meant some builders have

had to update earlier plans, and

we are working with building

customers at the moment to

help them to be compliant with

the changes,” she said.

“We are required as a

Building Consent Authority to

follow these rules, but first and

foremost, we want to make sure

that when people move into

their houses, they are safe and

protected from flooding, which

is the most common form of

emergency in New Zealand.”

Still making the rounds at 80

Elizabeth isn’t the kind of 80-yearold

who sits and waits for visitors.

She gets out and goes looking for

company.

Most mornings she’s up between

half past six and seven. Warm water

with lemon and honey, then she’s

out the door with her dog, around a

block or three, before breakfast.

“I’ve never wanted to stay at home

since my husband passed on,” she

says. “I miss the company. So I get

out and go looking for it.”

That means walking. Up and down

the street, twice a day most days. Into

town, back again. Staying connected

to the small rural community she’s

been part of for decades.

“If I wait for visitors, I’ll be waiting

a long time,” Elizabeth says. “So I’m

the one who does the visiting.”

It’s not a complaint. It’s just how it

is. And for Elizabeth, that’s fine. As

long as she can keep moving.

But her knee had started to

become a problem. And that meant

everything else could become a

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She knew the trajectory. Less

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More stiffness leads to less

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before and had no intention of

getting caught in it.

“Twenty-four years ago now, I

took my last pill,” she says. “And I

didn’t want to go back. Not for my

knee, not for anything.”

Her husband had been a believer

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ginkgo, pumpkin seeds. He’d

supported her through the years

when she was trying to manage her

health differently.

That experience shaped how she

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She kept using it. Morning and

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“Once I tried it,” she says, “I never

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Fuel prices see

commuter bus

service parked

Fuel price increases have

forced the end of a private bus

service between Rolleston and

Christchurch.

The Bentley Coachlines service,

which began in September,

was introduced as a quick fix

for overcrowding on the direct

morning and afternoon commuter

routes.

However, rising fuel costs

linked to the conflict in Iran have

made the service no longer commercially

viable, despite a 37.5%

increase in passenger numbers.

Until now, the service had not

been subsidised by Environment

Canterbury, but will now receive

support until alternative bus

operations are put in place.

ECan has set aside $810,000

from a targeted rate on Lincoln,

Rolleston and Prebbleton

ratepayers to fund the interim

arrangement.

The exact cost for individual

households has yet to be

determined.

The targeted rate was approved

in ECan’s 2025-26 annual plan but

suspended when the Bentley trial

was proposed.

Developer battle brews over

timing of subdivision plan

BY DANIEL ALVEY

The Carter Group is making

a bid to delay a Rolleston

subdivision so it can complete

its own large-scale development

first.

Rolly Central Ltd owned by

Auckland-based Jatinder Pal

Singh applied to the council to

rezone about 66ha of land at the

corner of Edwards and Selwyn

Rds from rural to medium density

for housing.

If approved, the rezoning –

known as Variation 5 – could

enable about 1000 homes to be

built.

The site borders the Carter

Group’s 3500-4500 home Westhaven

subdivision. Earthworks

on stage one of that development

have already started.

Through its subsidiaries Westhaven

Rolleston Ltd and Two

Chain Rd Ltd, the Carter Group

has opposed the rezoning.

“Variation 5 in its current

form is considered to undermine

the intended growth

controls and infrastructure-led

sequencing established under

(Westhaven) and will result in

adverse traffic network efficiency

and safety effects,” its

submission said.

It said allowing Rolly Central

Ltd to develop ahead of Westhaven

could result in adverse

Rolly Central Ltd has applied to rezone 66ha of of land at the corner of Edwards and Selwyn Rds from rural to mediumdensity,

enabling about 1000 homes.

effects on the urban form of

Rolleston by promoting poor

integration between residential

zoning, poorly sequenced

growth and the potential for

disconnection from the town.

The submissions will be

considered at a hearing before

a planning commissioner, with

a date yet to be set.

Selwyn Water has also raised

concerns about the proposed

development’s proximity to

a planned wastewater pump

station on Edwards Rd.

“The operation of the

(pump station) will involve

air discharges from an odour

control unit and a diesel backup

power generator.

“Selwyn Water is particularly

concerned about the potential

for adverse reverse sensitivity

effects associated with these air

discharges to arise due to multistorey

residential units being

sited on land directly adjacent

to the (pump station).”

The submission requested

a 240m setback between the

pump station and any multistorey

homes.

“Without the recommended

mitigation, the adverse reverse

sensitivity effects of Variation

5 on the (pump station) would

compromise the operation of

the pump station... which is

necessary to serve the growing

populations of west Rolleston

and new subdivision developments

in the area.”

Rolly Central Ltd planner Jonathan

Clease said the company

is carefully considering the

issues raised by submitters.

Clease said Rolly Central

was actively working to

ensure urban growth was

appropriately aligned with

infrastructure.

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Ideas sought for community halls

BY DANIEL ALVEY

Public meetings will be held over the

coming weeks to help decide the future of

five community halls.

The halls are Greendale Hall, Greenpark

Memorial Community Centre, Mead

Community Hall, Sheffield Community

Hall and Tawera Memorial Hall.

The council said no decisions had been

made yet.

“We’re starting a conversation with

communities about what the future of

some of these halls could look like. This

is an opportunity to hear local ideas and

understand what matters most to you,” the

council said.

The engagement is stage one of four,

which will be followed by sharing what

was heard and refining the options for

the halls, before more public feedback is

received through the 2027-37 Long Term

Plan.

“Through the Long‐Term Plan

consultation, communities will be able to

share their views on the options before

any formal decisions are made.”

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B E

New growth

fund could

bring boost

to council’s

coffers

BY DANIEL ALVEY

The district could soon cash in on its

rapid housing growth.

The Government’s Budget included

$400 million over four years for a new

Incentives for Growth Fund aimed at

rewarding councils for consenting new

homes.

Based on current building consent

figures, Selwyn could receive about $9.1

million.

Mayor Lydia Gliddon said it was

encouraging to see the Government

recognising the infrastructure pressures

that come with rapid growth.

“For fast-growing districts like Selwyn,

existing ratepayers have been carrying

too much of the burden

for too long. This is a

positive step, but the

detail and long-term

certainty will matter.

Gliddon said the

fund had the potential

to ease pressure on

ratepayers.

“Growth should

create opportunity,

not unaffordable costs Lydia Gliddon

for the communities

already living here.”

Under the scheme, councils will

receive larger payments as housing

growth increases.

For each new home consented up to

an equivalent of 1% of their existing

dwellings, councils will receive a

payment of 0.25% of the national

average consent value ($1125).

For consents of between 1% and 2% of

existing dwellings, councils will receive

a higher payment of 0.5% of the national

average consent value ($2250).

Beyond 2% of existing dwellings, each

new consent will generate a payment of

1.25% of the national average consent

value ($5625).

In the 12 months to

April, Selwyn recorded

2100 new home

consents, representing

6.2% growth.

In a statement,

Deputy Prime Minister

David Seymour said the

fund would transform

development from a

cost into a revenue

source for councils. David Seymour

“Currently, local

councils face poor incentives to enable

growth. New housing developments

can involve costs to existing ratepayers

to provide the new infrastructure and

services needed before houses can

start construction. These costs act as a

disincentive for councils to approve new

houses and subdivisions.

“The only time you get prompt service

from a council is when they’re issuing

a parking ticket. They’ll come to you,

anywhere, anytime, because there’s

money in it. Imagine how many consents

they’d issue if there was money in it for

them?”

Councils will be able to use the funding

for infrastructure-related capital and

operating expenditure, but not for

water infrastructure or any of the costs

normally chargeable to developers via

development contributions or levies.

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CouncilCall

Wednesday 3 June

Council and Community

Board Meetings

Council Briefing

Wednesday 3 June, 11am

Council Chambers

Extraordinary Council Meeting

Wednesday 3 June, 1pm

Council Chambers

Finance and Performance Committee Meeting

Wednesday 10 June, 9.30am

Council Chambers

Council Meeting

Wednesday 10 June, 1pm

Council Chambers

All livestreamed on the Council YouTube channel.

Record consenting activity and population growth

strengthens Selwyn economy

Selwyn District’s economy continues to grow, with

strong performance across key sectors and clear

confidence from households and businesses.

The latest Infometrics data for the year to March 2026

shows GDP growth of 1.5%, ahead of the national rate

of 0.4%, driven by real estate, agriculture, professional

services, and retail.

Employment rose 4.2%, compared to a national decline

of 0.8%, while consumer spending increased 6.1%,

highlighting strong local confidence.

Residential growth remains a standout, with dwelling

consents up 47.8%, including a record of 636 consents in

the March quarter. House sales also rose 18.6%.

Tourism expenditure increased 18.7%, supported by a

43% rise in international visitor spending, while business

numbers grew 4.9%.

Selwyn continues to perform strongly socially, with low

unemployment (2.9%), low crime, high school attendance,

and the lowest NEET rate in the region.

Mayor Lydia Gliddon says the results reflect a district that

continues to thrive despite wider economic pressures.

“Even with everything going on nationally, Selwyn’s still

holding its own. You can see it in the everyday things:

people moving here, busy shops, and new businesses

opening. It tells us people back this district and feel

confident about being here.”

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Dog Registration Fees

Dog registration fees for the upcoming year

will increase to $68.00 per dog as part of

Council’s Annual Plan. This reflects a standard

adjustment and inflation.

Dog registration fees fund essential services

including the Animal Management Team,

the Dog Pound, after-hours response, and

school safety programmes. These services

ensure lost dogs are reunited, complaints are

responded to, and communities remain safe.

The increase also supports a user-pays

approach, ensuring the cost of dog-related

services is primarily covered by dog owners,

rather than the wider ratepayer base.

A 50% penalty fee will apply where

registration is not paid by 31 July 2026.

Dog Registration Fees

Registration fees per dog if paid before 31 July 2026 $68.00

Registration fees per dog if paid from 1 August 2026

(includes a 50% penalty for late registration, as provided

for under section 37 of the Dog Control Act 1996)

$102.00

Fees for part of the registration year based on the month that

the dog turns three months of age: If your dog reaches the

age of three months part way through the registration year, the

registration will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, reflecting the

number of full months remaining in the registration year. This

ensures owners only pay the portion of the annual fee applicable

from the date the dog becomes legally required to be registered.

Dangerous Dog Fees

Registration fee for dangerous dog if paid before

31 July 2026

Registration fee for dangerous dog from 1 August

2026 (includes a 50% penalty for late registration,

as provided for under section 37 of the Dog Control

Act 1996)

$102.00

$153.00

Tag, Collar, Seizure and Microchipping Fees

Replacement Dog tag $5.14

Dog Collar – Small $10.27

Dog Collar – Medium $11.30

Dog Collar – Large $12.32

Microchipping of a registered dog in the district

(Note that farm working dogs are not legally required

to be microchipped)

Free of

charge

Seizure Fee $51.35

Impounding Fees

First impoundment $72.89

Second impoundment $98.59

Third impoundment $166.37

Additional charges (Administration/sustenance fee) $30.81

per day thereafter

Licence Under Dog Control Bylaw

Kennel Licence Application fee $123.24

Events

Deep Restore Yoga

Sunday 7 June, 2-4pm

Selwyn Sports Centre

Sunday 26 July, 2-4pm

West Melton Community

and Recreation Centre

A slow-paced meditative style of yoga that

encourages deep stretching and relaxation.

16+ years

$20pp

Finances for Community Groups FREE

Wednesday 10 June, 11-1pm


This workshop aims to provide the basics of

budgeting, reporting, reading and interpreting simple

budgets, transparency and accountability principles

for Not-for-Profits and Community Groups.

Register at selwyn.govt.nz/events

Healthy Snack Tasting with FREE

Lorna Jane Pop-Up

Thursday 11 June, 5.30-7.30pm

Selwyn Sports Centre

Make a night of it with the girls! Enjoy healthy snack

inspiration, complete with tastings and easy recipes,

then browse the latest activewear trends at the

Lorna Jane Pop-Up.

Drop-in

Bookings required at selwyn.govt.nz/events

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‘You couldn’t get a better bloke’ – local

BY KEES CHALMERS

Lincoln has lost one of its most

loyal community servants with

the death of Wal Scott last week.

He had committed the last

half century to sports clubs and

community organisations.

Wal was made a life member of

the Lincoln Cricket Club and the

Lincoln and Districts Community

Care Association in 2022 and

2023 respectively.

He was also a long serving

member of the Lincoln Rugby

and Rotary clubs.

Wal remained patron of both

clubs until his death. He was in

his mid-80s.

Said fellow cricket club life

member Richard Clark: “The

influence he had on the club

can’t be overstated, it really is

the loss of an absolute legend

within the region.

“You couldn’t get a better

bloke.”

He joined the cricket club in

1966 from Dunsandel. His first

silverware came in the 1968/69

season, when the senior team

won the P V Bailey Memorial

Cup. Wal, captain and opening

the batting, had a top score

that season of 165 not out. The

next season the team won the

Ellesmere Cricket Association

Shield.

He played for Lincoln for 35

years and was a key part of

the club’s dominance in the

Ellesmere competition during

the 1970s.

Clark’s first interaction with

Wal was in 1988 when he

Wal Scott was patron of both the Lincoln rugby and cricket clubs at the time of his death.

started playing for the club’s

senior side at 14 years old.

“Wal was a Lincoln stalwart.

At that stage, he’d been at the

club more than 20 years even

then – he just made a massive

contribution to the club and

had a massive influence on

developing junior players,” he

said.

“It was really interesting as

a young player at the club to

have someone like him as a

mentor, he was certainly a huge

presence within the club for a

very long time.”

Clark said Wal as a great

storyteller and remembered

looking forward to hearing his

tales from over the years after

training, normally with a beer

in hand.

He recalled in the twilight of

Wal’s playing days, he would

invite young fast bowlers to try

to get him out.

“He would put a 50c piece on

the stumps and he’d challenge

PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN

the bowlers to knock it off. It

was impossible, no one could

ever get him out,” Clark said.

He captained the first Lincoln

senior B side in 1994, which

became the Lincoln emerging

players team a few years later,

where he played a key role

in fostering the club’s next

generation of cricketers.

Wal turned his hand to offspin

in his latter years, which a

former club president, the late

Errol Tweedy, once described as

"The influence he had

on the club can’t be

overstated, it really is

the loss of an absolute

legend within the region,

you couldn’t get a better

bloke.”

Richard Clark

“controlled hand grenades.”

“He used to chuck them

up, and people would get

themselves out trying to smash

it to all parts of the ground,”

Clark said.

When he was unable to move

as well as he used to, Wal and

fellow club stalwart Wyn Jones,

confined themselves to the

slip cordon, where they mostly

practiced golf swings and told

old stories, but would still take

some fantastic catches.

Wal presented Clark, Bruce

Tweedy and Adrian Paterson

their life membership caps at

the end of March.

“I feel privileged that he was

able to do that for me,” Clark

said.

In an interview with Selwyn

Times in 2020, Wal recalled

witnessing the development

of rugby legends Alex ‘Grizz’

Wyllie and Don Hayes at

St Andrew’s College and at

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legend Wal Scott is remembered

“In my last year (1959) Grizz

Wyllie came into the first XV

which was an interesting experience.

I’d say he’d be the only

third former that’s ever played

first XV rugby, certainly at STAC.

He was bloody near the same

size then as he is now. He was

certainly feared on the rugby

field, even in those days,” Wal

said.

Wal gave Hayes, a future Canterbury

captain and stalwart of

the 1982-85 Ranfurly Shield era,

an early leg up in his provincial

career.

“I played with Don when I

was finishing (as a player). I

was captaining the Ellesmere

team and we were playing Canterbury

B and a flanker pulled

out. One of the selectors rang

me on the lunchtime on the

day of the game. We were playing

in Darfield and I said ‘Get

Don Hayes’. He said ‘that’s all I

wanted to hear’.

“The other selector thought

Don was just a plodder. Don was

only 18 or 19. We actually beat

Canterbury B, which didn’t happen

often. Don played a really

good game and he never looked

back,” he said.

After finishing up at secondary

school, Wal played for the

Merivale seniors with a few

mates for two years before heading

back to Dunsandel, where he

grew up.

“Dunsandel were just coming

back into it and I was always

heading back to the country anyway.

I had three seasons there

and transferred across to Lincoln

Wal Scott (left) and Alex ‘Grizz’ Wyllie lined up for the Canterbury Rugby Sub Union’s North Island touring team in 1967.

in 1966 when we went onto a

leasehold farm at Springston.

I’ve been involved all the way

through.”

Wal played prop for Lincoln

until 1977, and was the club

president during the mid 1980s.

The team they savoured beating

the most was Southbridge.

“They were the main challenge.

It was always a good trip.

It was tough and rough as guts

on the field, but it was always

good socially afterwards. We car

pooled and fortunately it wasn’t

like today … there wasn’t quite

the same emphasis on drinkdriving.

The driver usually had

a few on board,” he said in the

2020 interview.

Wal took up refereeing when

his playing days came to an end.

Said long-time friend Gavin

Eastwick: “There were many of

us that made the comment at

the time he should be the best

bloody referee in Canterbury,

because he’d spent his whole

playing days refereeing the

game.

“He was a delightful guy to be

around, always ready to give a

bit of flack to anybody, but quite

capable taking it on himself as

well.”

In the 2020 interview, Wal

said his era allowed a work-life

balance that is not applicable to

professional players today.

(From left) Richard Clark, Bruce Tweedy

and Adrian Paterson (right) were

awarded life memberships at Lincoln

cricket for their work with the club. They

joined patron Wal Scott (second-right)

as the only living life members.

PHOTO: TERESA HANCOCK

“There wasn’t any thought of

gym work then. So many of us

were manual workers anyway.

Now everyone’s in a gym, there’s

very few manual workers still

about, there’s so much done by

machines. It was pretty tough

times at various stages but when

you’re young and ripping into it

you don’t worry too much.

“I don’t know how it would

be going now, doing the same

type of farming, wool’s worth

nothing,

“It’s changed, by God it has.

I was talking to a guy, a mixed

cropping fella, and it cost

$30,000 for all these compliances

for the right to farm.”

A moment of silence was

observed in memory of Wal

before Lincoln played Celtic on

Thursday night.

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Welcome to the newest gem in

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Tai Tapu Automotive Ltd aims

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Adrian caught the motor vehicle

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Adrian began his apprenticeship

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Now, with over 40 years of

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Establishing Tai Tapu Automotive

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who organised the layout of

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BY DANIEL ALVEY

Darfield Hospital is once

again accepting patients.

The hospital has 11

beds for respite and

palliative care but since

about November last year

there has been no doctor

to staff it.

Health New Zealand

has now confirmed the

required medical cover is

in place for the hospital

to accept patients again.

Malvern Health and

Community Welfare

Trust co-ordinator

Pam Aldersley said the

Macleod calls for more

details on university deal

BY DANIEL ALVEY

“Vague” and

“wishy-washy”.

That is how councillor

Tracey Macleod

described the first report

on the council's deal with

Lincoln University.

The council and

the university signed

a memorandum of

understanding in

December 2024 which

would allow

the council

to use the

university's

researchers.

In return, the

council would

provide

Tracey

Macleod

internships

for students.

Macleod

wanted to see a costbenefit

analysis done to

ensure the council was

getting good value.

“I think it's important

that we do try and find

a way to analyse the

benefits of these. Yes,

there is an intrinsic

benefit that we can

assume, but we still have

to justify them,” she said

at a council briefing.

"It’s just a bit wishywashy,

and I would just

like a little bit more

analysis.”

Mayor Lydia Gliddon

said she expected

quarterly updates on

the partnership going

forward.

Projects under the

MOU include a food

and fibre opportunities

study, which identifies

hospital reopening was a

relief. "It’s huge not just

for us (district nurses),

but for patients and

families, it’s just massive

for the community.”

Aldersley said since the

closure, patients have

either had to go to Oxford

Hospial, manage at home

or be transported to

Christchurch.

Health New Zealand

was unable to confirm

where the medical cover

was coming from before

Selwyn Times’ deadline.

Darfield Medical

Centre owner Green

future-focused economic

development

opportunities

across

Selwyn’s food

and fibre

sector, with an

emphasis on

innovation,

sustainability, Robert Love

and

resilience.

Council building,

planning, and regulatory

services executive

director Robert Love

said the cost of the MOU

to date has been council

staff time. Some projects

in the MOU were funded

through the economic

development strategy.

“I think it's fairly

qualitative from the

outcomes specified

in the report, ranging

from a whole lot of

different initiatives and

outcomes,” he said.

The MOU also includes

the Selwyn local energy

Cross Health said it was

not providing the cover.

The former owner of

the medical centre had

been supplying a doctor,

but when Green Cross

Health took over the

practice, the contract

with Health New Zealand

was not continued.

Health New Zealand is

currently undertaking

a review into the wider

health services in the

Darfield and Malvern

area, including how the

hospital fits in, which is

expected to be completed

by the end of the year.

Former mayor Sam Broughton and Lincoln University vice

chancellor Grant Edwards signed the memorandum of

understanding in 2024.

plan being progressed

in partnership with the

university, council, Orion,

and consultancy business

Climate Navigator to

create a more resilient

energy system for the

district.

Council staff also

provide presentations,

lectures, ideas for

assessments and projects

to the university.

Councillor Denise

Carrick also wanted

a councillor to be

appointed to the steering

group that oversees the

MOU partnership and

is currently is made up

of interim council chief

executive Steve Gibling

and Love.

Gliddon, who has

regular meetings with

university vice chancellor

Grant Edwards, said she

would ask if this was

possible.

The MOU is valid until

December 2029.

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Recognition for work in conservation,

community, education and music

Selwyn residents have been

recognised on the King’s

Birthday Honours list for

their personal achievements

and contributions to their

community

TO BE AN OFFICER OF THE NEW

ZEALAND ORDER OF MERIT

Archna Tandon, JP

Lincoln

For services to ethnic communities

and women

Archna Tandon has made

significant contributions

to ethnic communities and

multiculturalism development

since 1997, advancing

social cohesion, women’s

empowerment, migrant

resettlement, and intercultural

and interfaith understanding,

through leadership roles in a

range of organisations.

As national president of

New Zealand

Federation of

Multicultural

Women Councils

from 2016-2022,

Tandon developed

and led Women’s

Wellbeing

Framework, an

initiative adopted

by 24 regional multicultural

councils to advance culturally

appropriate strategies for

empowering multiethnic

women.

She has provided leadership

through the Christchurch

Multicultural Council and as

chair of its Women’s Council

since 2016, leading major events

including the Many Voices –

Christchurch Multicultural

Festival and International

Women’s Day celebrations.

She has led initiatives such as

Living Between Two Cultures

and campaigns addressing

domestic violence and child

abuse. She co-founded an

annual Multicultural Festival in

Lincoln in 2004, now the Selwyn

CultureFest.

Through governance roles

with Christchurch Migrant

Centre and Christchurch

Resettlement Services, she

addressed critical service

gaps to strengthen migrant

communities. She mobilised

communities in response to

the Christchurch earthquakes,

Covid-19 pandemic, and 2019

terror attacks.

As founding chair of

Canterbury Indian Women

Group Trust since 2016, she has

led initiatives including Indian

Women’s Expo, annual Selwyn

Diwali, and self-defence, yoga,

cross-cultural parenting and

health programmes.

Dr Keith Woodford

Lincoln

For services to agriculture and

agribusiness

Dr Keith Woodford has made

major contributions to agrifood

systems and agribusiness,

both within New Zealand and

internationally.

Woodford is a retired

academic who holds an

honorary position as Professor

of Agrifood Systems at Lincoln

University and consults through

his company Agrifood Systems

Ltd.

From 2000-2015, he was

Professor of Farm Management

and Agribusiness at Lincoln

University. He has undertaken

professional assignments in

more than 20 countries for

multiple organisations, working

at the interface between

farm management, rural

development, and agribusiness.

In New Zealand he worked

closely with farmers caught

in the mycoplasma bovis

epidemic.

He co-led

the China

components of

the Food and

Agribusiness

Market

Experience

programme

(FAME).

He is well

known for his scientific work

and authorships relating to

A1 beta-casein and A2 milk.

His book Devil in the Milk:

Health and Politics of A1 and

A2 Milk was first published in

New Zealand and Australia in

2007, with subsequent editions

published in the United States

in 2009, New Zealand in 2010,

and a Russian-language version

in 2018.

He has successfully mentored

13 PhD candidates as their

principal supervisor and

similarly for more than 20

Master-thesis candidates.

Woodford has authored

68 refereed papers together

with more than 400 farmer

and industry-focused articles

in both the print media and

online.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE

NEW ZEALAND ORDER OF MERIT

Denise Torrey

Lincoln

For services to education

Denise Torrey is a leader in

primary education, with more

than 20 years’ experience as

a principal over her 46-year

career.

Torrey was principal of

Somerfield School from 2002

until retiring in 2024. She was

president of the Canterbury

Primary Principals’ Association

(CPPA) from

2009-2011 and

president of the

New Zealand

Principals’

Federation (NZPF)

in 2015.

Her leadership

in these roles

helped shape

policy, strengthened profession

networks, and advocated

for the needs of schools and

principals across the country.

She created the CPPA Middle

Leaders Programme, which

has supported hundreds of

educators to develop their

leadership capability through

evidence-based practice.

She has worked with the

Education Review Office, New

Zealand Council for Education

Research and the Teachers’

HONOURS SYSTEM

The New Zealand Royal Honours system is made up of three Orders:

• The Order of New Zealand

• The New Zealand Order of Merit

• The King’s Service Order and associated King’s Service Medal

• Other awards including the New Zealand Bravery and Gallantry Awards; the New

Zealand Distinguished Service Decoration and the New Zealand Antarctic Medal

Council of Aotearoa New

Zealand.

She contributed to design

and governance of Mana Ake

– Stronger for Tomorrow, a

mental health and wellbeing

initiative supporting children in

Canterbury and Kaikōura.

In 2022, she helped establish

the Primary Principals’

Collective Bargaining Union.

She served as its first head

of union until 2023 and is

currently principal support

officer.

Her contributions have

been recognised with a Woolf

Fisher fellowship in 2019 and

a leadership study visit to

Harvard University in 2023.

THE KING’S SERVICE MEDAL

(KSM)

Agnes Abuel-Guda, JP

Rolleston

For services to the Filipino

community

Agnes Abuel-Guda has

supported various community

initiatives in Canterbury since

2008, been active with the South

Island’s Filipino community

and held offices with Filipino

and multi-ethnic non-profit

organisations.

Abuel-Guda has been

involved with the Philippine

Society of Canterbury,

including as Secretary since

2015, Canterbury Philippines

Assistance Group, and Pinoy

Cares Canterbury.

She has been a Multilingual

Information Network

Facilitator and member of

the Woman2Woman Group

for the Ministry of Ethnic

Communities.

She has been a member of

Selwyn Central Community

Care Board since 2021

and Selwyn Civil Defence

Community Response Team

from 2022.

She has been

secretary of

the Canterbury

Ballers Club

Trust since 2016,

a Filipino sports

organisation

organising

activities and

supporting physical and mental

wellbeing of youth.

She co-established Hiraya

Charitable Trust in 2025,

a mental health trust for

women and youth, organising

workshops and activities in

partnership with organisations

including Blueprint for

Learning and the Mental Health

Foundation.

She founded Kalinga Women’s

Support in 2023. She was a

coordinator and mentor for

a Learner Driver Mentoring

Programme with Selwyn

District Council.

She has volunteered as a

community broadcaster with

the Kabayan Filipino radio

programme on Plains Media

since 2013.

Abuel-Guda has received

recognition for her

contributions including

community awards from

Christchurch City Council,

Selwyn District Council and

Philippine Embassy.

Susan (Sue) Breen

Rolleston

For services to gifted children

education

Sue Breen has created

opportunities since the mid-

1980s to advance the education

of gifted children, particularly

at the preschool age.

In 1996, Breen created

and still runs Small Poppies

programmes for gifted

preschool children, focusing on

creative writing, mathematics,

science and technology.

She developed workshops for

parents of gifted

preschoolers

at the George

Parkyn National

Centre for Gifted

Education.

She established

a programme for

gifted children

in low decile

South Auckland schools. She is

a long-time member of the New

Zealand Association for Gifted

Children (NZAGC).

She served in many roles with

the NZAGC, including national

president, treasurer, and

managed the publication of its

journal Tall Poppies.

She was a board member

for GiftEDnz, a professional

association for teachers

working with gifted children

and served on GiftEDnz’s

subcommittee to promote their

core goals for children from

birth to eight years of age.

She was appointed director

of the New Zealand Centre

for Gifted Education in 2013.

She was a board member and

director of the George Parkyn

Centre for Gifted Education

Trust.

She currently works with

Canterbury Explorers, where

she runs the club day sessions

and teaches Small Poppies

classes.

Graeme Kates

Arthur's Pass

For services to conservation and

the community

Graeme Kates has played a

significant role in the protection

of native biodiversity in the

Arthur’s Pass region for more

than 31 years.

In 2003, Kates privately

funded extensive stoat and rat

traps within the Bealey Valley,

a conservation initiative which

led to the foundation of the

Arthurs Pass Wildlife Trust

(APWT).

With the APWT, he undertook

initial work to protect the Great

Spotted Kiwi in the Arthur’s

Pass National Park, where his

subsequent research and data

collection led to improved

knowledge of the species.

He helped

install 106km

of trap line and

co-ordinates the

volunteers that

service them,

resulting in over

eight thousand

predator species

caught within the

Arthur’s Pass National Park.

He created and maintains

a website that updates the

public on track and mountain

conditions, weather stations

and webcams within Arthur’s

Pass National Park.

As an experienced

mountaineer, he wrote Arthur’s

Pass: A Guide for Mountaineers,

published by the New Zealand

Alpine Club.

He voluntarily controls

invasive weed species, and

is largely responsible for the

eradication of lupins in the

Bealey Valley.

Kates also volunteered

for Arthur’s Pass LandSAR,

and served for more than

29 years with the Arthur’s

Pass Volunteer Fire Brigade,

including five years as fire

controller and 17 years as

deputy fire controller.

Leigh Martin, JP

Rolleston

For services to brass bands

Leigh Martin has contributed

to brass bands across New

Zealand for more than 50 years.

Martin began his musical

career in 1974 with New

Plymouth City Brass.

He achieved his Licentiate

of Trinity College London with

distinction in 2005 on Double

B-flat Tuba (BBb). He has been

the national BBb Bass champion

twice in 1992 and 1996 and has

secured numerous regional

titles and podium finishes at

national competitions.

He was musical

director of New

Plymouth Brass

from 2010-2018

and the National

Secondary

Schools’ Brass

Band in 2018 and

2019.

He co-founded

the Christmas at the Bowl Trust,

which helped to transform a

small informal concert into

large annual community event

attracting audiences of more

than 15,000 people.

He was instrumental to the

founding of Rolleston Brass in

2019. He has been a committee

member of the Brass Band

Association of New Zealand

(BBANZ) since 2023.

He has represented New

Zealand internationally with

the National Band of New

Zealand and the New Zealand

Army Band, competing in

the World Music Contest

and performing in various

international tattoos, including

the Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

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BY GEOFF SLOAN

Lincoln High School band

The Lost Haven is hoping for

big things this year as they

prepare for their second

Smokefreerockquest campaign

this weekend.

The groove/death metal trio

formed in 2024 and features

Ryan Fox and Reuben Fone from

Lincoln High School, alongside

Theo Pulley who is now a student

at Hagley College.

They will be one of 16 acts

competing at the Ngaio Marsh

Theatre at Canterbury University

on Saturday for a place in

the national finals.

Smokefreerockquest provides

a platform for young musicians

to perform original music in

front of live audiences.

Now in its 38th year, the event

has helped launch the careers of

acts including Kimbra, Broods,

Alien Weaponry and Evermore.

The Lost Haven earned their

place in the top 16 after competing

against 94 acts in regional

heats held at the Aurora Centre

two weeks ago.

The heats featured performers

in both solo/duo and

band categories, ranging from

first-time entrants to regular

competitors.

Judge Ashy Bachelor praised

the standard of performances.

“The ever-growing youth

music scene is inspiring to

watch as the standard continues

to get higher every year,” he

said.

“The development of young

musicians is so important and

it is a credit to the dedicated

students, teachers, families and

team at Smokefreerockquest

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safe and important space for

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Relying on each

other in tough times

Foodstuffs South Island chief executive Mary Devine announced

recently she will step down after five years in her role later this year.

She outlines why co-operatives have long been central to the South

Island way of doing business

Here in the South Island, distance

has a way of bringing people

closer together.

Once you’re beyond Christchurch

and Dunedin, towns thin out

quickly, the roads get longer, and

there can be a mountain range

between you and your neighbours.

But anyone who has spent

time here notices people rely on

each other when things get tough.

That sense of connection isn’t

accidental. In a place where distances

are long and conditions

can change quickly, communities

tend to depend on each other

first. Over time, that shaped how

essential services were organised.

Most South Island communities

are small and many are remote.

Freight is expensive, volumes are

lower, and infrastructure costs

more per head.

Those realities help explain

why the South Island became

a stronghold of co-operatives –

including Foodstuffs South Island.

More than a century ago, independent

grocers scattered across

a vast and sparsely populated

island faced a practical problem.

On their own, they were small

family businesses serving local

communities, but the cost of

warehousing, transport and

buying stock across long distances

made survival difficult.

If they were going to keep

their towns supplied properly,

they needed scale without losing

their independence.

So, they worked together.

Pooling resources allowed

them to share trucks, build distribution

infrastructure and

negotiate better buying terms.

A store in a small rural town

could benefit from the same

backbone as a larger store in a

city.

That founding logic of local

ownership supported by shared

scale remains at the heart of

Foodstuffs South Island today.

The same pressures shaped

other sectors of the South Island

economy.

Farmers, growers and rural

merchants were widely dispersed

and faced high transport

costs, thin local markets and limited

access to capital.

Individually, they lacked the

scale to build processing plants,

fertiliser works, storage facilities

or export channels. Co-operatives

offered a practical solution.

Ravensdown was formed so

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Departing Foodstuffs South Island chief executive Mary Devine says co-operatives have helped communities stay connected,

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Regional horticultural co-operatives

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or reinvested locally, supporting

long-term infrastructure

investment.

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of family-owned stores. The

people who own and operate

those stores live in the communities

they serve.

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schools and make decisions

with direct knowledge of what

their towns need.

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ranges shaped by the community,

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and team members who know

their customers by name.

The other half of the equation

is shared infrastructure.

Through common distribution

centres, transport networks

and collective buying power,

the co-operative creates the

scale required to serve small

and remote communities

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and structure in essential sectors,

it is worth remembering

why co-operatives became such

a defining feature of the South

Island economy.

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created to avoid competition,

but to make participation

possible, allowing small,

dispersed producers and

communities to build the scale

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Problem Gambling Foundation

Drop-in

Friday 10am-noon

Te Ara Ātea

Struggling with gambling, or

affected by someone else’s

gambling? You are not alone,

and support is free. Problem

Gambling Foundation services

offer free, confidential gambling

harm support for anyone. Our

sessions at Te Ara Ātea provide

a safe, non-judgemental space

to talk, learn, and get support.

There’s no cost, no pressure, and

you can just walk in. We can

also help with self-exclusions if

that’s something you would like

support with.

Mahoe Reserve Working Bees

Sunday 2-4pm

Mahoe Reserve, Boundary Rd,

Lincoln

Come along and help Lincoln

Envirotown Trust in the

restoration and maintenance

of the Mahoe Native Reserve in

Lincoln from 2pm onwards. The

working bee will help prepare

for planting in July.

What’s On

in Selwyn

Free Microchipping

Friday various times and locations

Microchipping your dog is one of the

simplest ways to keep them safe. If

they ever get lost, a microchip is the

quickest way to reunite them with

you. The free microchipping will be

from 9-9.30am at Darfield Librray

and 11am-noon at Te Ara Ātea. No

bookings required.

Ministry of Social

Development Drop-in

Monday 10am-noon

Te Ara Ātea

This service offers general

information about Ministry of

Social Development services and

helps guide you toward the right

assistance. Whether you are

seeking employment services,

superannuation details, funding

for community providers,

information on student

allowances, or housing support,

they are here to assist.

Finances for Community

Groups

Wednesday 11am-1pm


Hosted by the council and

facilitated by Community

Capacity Accounting, this

workshop aims to provide the

basics of budgeting, reporting,

financial responsibility, reading

and interpreting simple budgets,

transparency and accountability

principles for not-for-profits and

community groups. To register

head to: selwyn.govt.nz/events


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In brief

Weedons to host charity

‘test’ for Movember

Five-day cricket is coming to

Weedons in November, with

the club set to host the annual

Movember Test between an

invitational XI and the New Zealand

Defence Force team. The match,

running from November 25-29, will

raise funds for Movember’s work

in men’s mental health, suicide

prevention, prostate cancer and

testicular cancer. Weedons will also

host a week of community events

alongside the match, including

women’s and junior cricket

sessions. The club is currently

calling for expressions of interest

for the Movember XI.

Sports Trust celebrating

long-serving trustees

Three long-serving members of

the Selwyn Sports Trust Board

have stepped down after years of

volunteer service. Cam Blain, Lou

Hurst and Tammy

Mehrtens joined

the board in 2014,

2017 and 2020

respectively,

contributing

significant time

to supporting

the organisation

and wider Selwyn

community. Selwyn

Sports Trust executive officer Mitch

Prendergast (pictured) said their

contribution had been immense.

“Their time, commitment and belief

in the organisation have helped

create stronger opportunities for

our schools, tamariki and wider

community,” he said.

Home quarter-final boost

for defending champs

BY SAM COUGHLAN

Waihora captain Liam Robinson

believes home advantage could

play a major role in his side’s bid

to defend the combined country

rugby title.

Thursday’s final-round results

in pool B confirmed Waihora will

host Ashley in Saturday’s quarterfinal

at Rhodes Park after topping

pool A, while Darfield earned a

home playoff against Ohoka by

finishing second in their pool.

Robinson said playing in front

of a home crowd would provide a

significant lift.

“It’s a good boost, definitely.

“Our supporters and everyone

are following us really well this

year, which is pretty cool. I think

everyone’s behind us.”

Waihora have been dominant

throughout the round robin,

winning all seven matches while

securing a bonus point in every

game.

Their latest outing saw them

travel to Cheviot, where they

claimed a 39-29 win over Glenmark

Cheviot – a performance

Robinson rated as their best of the

season.

Despite finishing top of their

pool, Robinson said past results

would count for little once the

playoffs begin.

COMBINED COUNTRY

QUARTER-FINALS (3PM SAT)

• Waihora v Ashley, Rhodes Park

• Darfield v Ohoka, Darfield Domain

• Kaiapoi v Methven, Kaiapoi Park

• Rakaia v Glenmark Cheviot, Rakaia

Domain

“You’ve got to forget everything

that’s happened before in

the round robin stage and raise

it again.

“It’s knockout footy, so you’ve

got to start again, nail what you

have to nail and keep getting better

every week.”

Waihora last faced Ashley during

last season’s round robin,

winning 42-27 on their way to

the title, but Robinson expects

another tough challenge.

“They’ve been missing a couple

of key players, but they’re

a good North Canterbury side,

always.

“We’ve played a couple of

times against them recently, but

it’s always unknown.”

Victory would send Waihora

into a semi-final against either

Rakaia or Glenmark Cheviot

next weekend.

Darfield sit in the opposite half

of the draw, with the winner of

their clash against Ohoka to face

Waihora’s Bailey Clark wins a lineout during his side’s 39-29 victory over

Glenmark Cheviot in their final round robin game. PHOTO: SMR EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY

either Kaiapoi or Methven in the

semi-finals.

If Darfield and Methven both

advance, the semi-final would be

played at Darfield Domain.

All quarter-finals kick off at

3pm on Saturday.

Prebbleton and Southbridge

narrowly missed out on playoff

spots, finishing fifth in pools A

and B respectively.

Southbridge’s 32-16 loss to

Rakaia on Thursday saw them

slip out of the top four in the

final round. They now turn their

attention to the return of the

Coleman Shield competition on

June 27.

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Ex-All Blacks guru takes young pack to scrum school

Former All Blacks scrum doctor Mike Cron imparted his knowledge on Lincoln’s

year 10/11 team for a set piece session last week.

BY SAM COUGHLAN

Do not be surprised if Lincoln’s

year 10/11 rugby team dominates

at scrum time for the remainder

of the season.

The side hosted former All

Blacks scrum guru Mike Cron at

training last week, with the veteran

coach putting the players

through their paces at set-piece

time.

Cron’s appearance came about

through team hooker Carter

Hamilton, who told coaches

he could arrange help from

“a friend of his grandfather,

Graham”.

That friend, of course, was Cron

– the All Blacks’ scrum coach for

217 tests between 2004-2019, helping

guide New Zealand to Rugby

World Cup titles in 2011 and 2015.

The 71-year-old said he enjoyed

the session.

“It was lovely, bloody good. I

did lineouts and scrums – just setpieces.

Whatever they wanted,

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“If they wanted breakdown or

defence or attack, I could do all

that, but they just wanted lineouts

and scrums, so I just did that for

an hour.

“I’ve always done it. If you’re

asked to go and help, if you’re free

and able, out you go.”

Cron said the same principles

applied whether coaching

schoolboy rugby or international

players.

“All that changes is internationals

do it a wee bit better.”

Cron is currently a consultant

for the Wallabies, assisting

their coaches behind the scenes

through to the Rugby World Cup

in Australia next year.

Awards honour for

sporting standouts

SAM COUGHLAN

When Alan Jones began

volunteering at just eight years

old, he never imagined the

recognition he would receive

decades later.

Now 80, the Leeston Bowling

Club stalwart has been named

Sport Canterbury’s volunteer of

the year for his service as the

club’s greenkeeper, while the

club also claimed Bowls Canterbury’s

Club of the Year award.

Jones was one of three Selwyn

winners at the Sport Canterbury

awards two weeks ago,

alongside Logan Forrester,

who won high-performance

official of the year, and Hamish

Henderson, who received

the outstanding youth in sport

award.

Jones said his volunteering

journey began when he was

eight years old, helping his

father pick potatoes at Leeston

Park. As a teenager, he went

door-to-door collecting donations

for charity and offering to

do odd jobs.

He has been involved with the

bowling club for 56 years and

even lives next door.

As greenkeeper for the past

three years, Jones prepared

the club’s greens to Bowls New

Zealand standards for four

days of play during January’s

New Zealand singles and pairs

championships.

Outstanding youth in sport recipient

Hamish Henderson won the FIS freeride

junior world championships in Austria

in January.

He said the recognition was

appreciated, but not the reason

he volunteered.

“You wouldn’t have kept doing

it if you wanted a reward. It’s

just fun. You just do it, and it

costs you nothing to do it. It’s a

pleasure to get the thanks back

from people you help.

“It’s just helping someone.

You go to bed at night and know

you’ve done a good day’s work

or done something decent for

someone.”

Forrester received his award

after finishing last season as

New Zealand’s top-ranked touch

referee.

In February, he officiated the

Māori v Indigenous All Stars

touch match in Hamilton, held

alongside the rugby league fixture

between the same teams.

Most recently, he refereed at

the Asia Pacific Cup in Mudgee,

Australia, in April.

He began refereeing at 11,

quickly realising playing was

unlikely to take him far.

“When I started refereeing, it

was always just for the love of

the game. I started very early

on at 11 years old and I was still

playing. My family ran the local

touch competition and I played

right through.

“I sort of thought I was never

going to be a representative

player, so I ended up following

the refereeing path. Again, it all

started because I enjoyed it, I

loved it.”

Forrester is currently in the

touch off-season but keeps fit

playing for Waihora’s division

two rugby side. The touch season

resumes in September.

Springfield skier Henderson,

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Leeston’s Alan Jones was awarded Sport Canterbury’s volunteer of the year

for his work in getting the club’s green to standard to host play at the national

singles and pairs tournament in January.

PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN

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Food to match

the season

Go for gold this autumn with piquant citrus cakes and succulent

baked squash, says Nigel Slater

PARCHMENT-BAKED PUMPKIN,

SPICED TOMATO SAUCE

I’m not sure it matters which

chilli paste you use here. I like the

deep blast of heat from Korean

gochujang, but otherwise just

use your favourite and adjust the

quantity accordingly.

Tweak the amounts to suit

your taste, bearing in mind that it

needs to balance the sweetness of

the pumpkin.

Ingredients

Serves 4

500g, peeled weight, pumpkin or

butternut squash

400g tomatoes

4 Tbsp olive oil

8 bay leaves

For the sauce:

400g cherry tomatoes

2 Tbsp olive oil

2 cloves garlic

2 tsp red chilli paste

2 Tbsp white wine or cider

vinegar

Method

• Set the oven to 200degC. Cut

4 pieces of baking parchment or

kitchen foil about 30cm x 30cm.

• Peel the pumpkin or squash.

Cut the flesh into cubes roughly

2cm square and put them in a

large mixing bowl. Roughly chop

the tomatoes and add them to the

pumpkin flesh with the olive oil,

bay leaves and a generous grinding

of salt and black pepper.

• Divide the mixture between

the sheets of baking parchment,

then pull the side edges in to

form a parcel. Secure the paper

with string or a paperclip. If you

are using foil scrunch the ends

together to seal and place on a

baking sheet.

• Bake for 50 minutes until the

pumpkin is soft and translucent.

• While the squash bakes, make

the sauce. Roughly chop the

cherry tomatoes. Heat the oil in

a wide, shallow pan over a high

heat, add the tomatoes and let

them cook until their skins soften

and juices flow. Peel and thinly

slice the garlic and stir into the

tomatoes together with a little

salt and a few twists of pepper.

• Continue cooking, with the

occasional stir, until the sauce is

thick, then stir in the chilli paste

and continue cooking for 5 minutes,

then stir in the vinegar and

check the seasoning. If you wish,

run it through the blender for a

silky finish.

• Take the parcels from the

oven, open each one at the table,

so the sweetly scented steam

wafts up and then spoon in some

of the tomato chilli sauce.

ORANGE AND POPPY SEED CAKES

These golden cakes have

wonderful sweet-sharp notes.

Ingredients

Serves 8

For the cake:

225g butter, softened

225g golden caster sugar

grated zest of 1 orange

grated zest of 1 lemon

110g plain flour

generous half tsp baking powder

115g ground almonds

4 eggs

20g poppy seeds

For the syrup:

50g crystallised orange peel

1 lemon

1 small orange

100g golden caster sugar

2 bay leaves

Method

• You will need a 12-hole bun or

muffin tin, each hole lined with

baking parchment. Set the oven

at 180degC.

• To make the cakes, put the

butter into the bowl of a food

mixer, add the sugar and cream

together until soft and fluffy.

Grate in the orange and lemon

zest.

• In a separate bowl, sieve

together the flour and baking

powder then stir in the ground

almonds. Break the eggs into a

small bowl and beat lightly.

• Slowly add the egg to the butter

and sugar. If it curdles slightly,

add a spoonful of the flour and

almond mixture. Continue

adding the flour mix until thoroughly

creamed then mix in the

poppy seeds.

• Transfer the mixture to the

lined cases. Put in the pre-heated

oven and bake for 20 minutes

until a skewer, inserted into one

of the little cakes, comes out

without any raw cake mixture

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GARDENING Selwyn Times, June 3, 2026 | 31

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Select medium-sized tubers

6cm or 7cm long and 4cm or 5cm

wide is right for most varieties,

but smaller potatoes will still

give reasonable crops.

Place them on newspaper in

shallow trays, or old drawers, in

a light, frost-free place to sprout.

If you want to grow only a few,

or try a new variety, some garden

centres sell individual seed

potatoes. Small quantities can be

sprouted in egg cartons or trays,

which can be labelled with a felt

pen.

Sprouting tubers break into

growth and form roots soon after

planting, hurrying maturing time

for early crops of, for example,

Jersey Benne or Maris Anchor.

Main-crop potatoes do not

need to be sprouted in this way,

although they are best kept in

the light, rather than in sacks or

boxes, where excessive sprouting

might reduce their vitality.

Prepare soil for early plantings

in August by adding plenty of

compost, but no lime, to an area

of garden facing north or northeast.

Ideally, it will be sheltered

along the western side by a hedge,

fence or artificial windbreak.

Compost heaps and topless

bins need to be protected from

heavy winter rains. Heavy

plastic fertiliser bags are ideal,

as they help keep the bin warm;

or sheets of corrugated iron are

satisfactory. Compost heaps take

longer to rot down at this time

of the year and should be turned

over regularly. A rotating barrel

composter makes this easy.

If fowl manure is available,

its strong nitrogen content will

Wood ash is a good top dressing for many trees and shrubs and on herbaceous

borders. Its strong alkaline properties can kill acid-loving plants, however, so

keep it off rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, heaths, lilies and magnolias,

which should be mulched with leaf mould and peat.

Potatoes are an easy-to-grow staple vegetable, and southern gardeners have the advantage of many varieties available

from garden centres. Select medium-sized tubers 6cm or 7cm long and 4cm or 5cm wide is right for most varieties, but

smaller potatoes will still give reasonable crops.

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speed up the decomposition

process when added to the

compost bin .

Carrots and beetroot can be

lifted and stored in a corner of

the garden. Cover thickly with

loose soil or sawdust and they

will be easy to dig when the soil

freezes.

Parsnips and swedes, whose

flavours improve after frosts,

can be treated in this way but

are better left in the ground.

Green manure crops that have

reached 15cm or higher should

be dug in now, so the ground can

be used for sowing early crops

in August or September. Left too

long, the raw material will not

have decomposed sufficiently

for seeds to germinate.

The most active soil microorganisms

are in the top 15cm,

so for rapid decomposition, chop

the green crops with a spade

and turn under the surface only.

Adding garden lime at the same

time will aid the process and

keep the soil sweet and easier to

work later.

Leave the soil surface as

rough as possible for frosts

and weather to break it up into

better condition.

FLOWERS

Trees, shrubs and herbaceous

plants can be propagated by

root cuttings taken over the next

month.

Use only the roots of healthy

plants. The best ones to use for

trees and shrubs are the vigorous,

outward-growing pieces

away from the main taproots.

Choose roots a little thicker

than a lead pencil, with a few

fibrous rootlets attached. Cut

them into 10cm to 15cm lengths

and place firmly into prepared

trenches.

Place some sand on the bottom

of the trench, and cover

with friable soil. For herbaceous

plants, use thicker, fleshy roots.

Avoid accidentally planting

them upside down by cutting the

crowns or upper parts straight

across and the basal ends with a

slant.

Wood ash is a good top dressing

for many trees and shrubs and

on herbaceous borders. Its strong

alkaline properties can kill acidloving

plants, however, so keep

it off rhododendrons, azaleas,

camellias, heaths, lilies and magnolias,

which should be mulched

with leaf mould and peat.

FRUIT

Given the correct treatment,

raspberries can be relied on to

give good crops for many years

but the plants (canes) need

feeding up annually to keep up

production.

Red raspberries (Rubus

idaeus) are thought to have

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Raspberries are available

now, and as well as red-fruited

varieties such as Aspiring and

Waiau, there are yellow forms

(Manna Yellow and Ivory) and a

black spineless raspberry marketed

as Ebony.

After bearing fruit, the canes

die in autumn. They should

be cut off close to the ground,

and the strongest new growth

encouraged by mulching with

manure or compost. Do not dig

in the compost, as raspberries

are shallow-rooted.

Brambles, blackberries, boysenberries,

loganberries and

tayberries can also be planted

now.

Like raspberries, brambles

give better crops if grown in

moist soil to which plenty of

manure or compost has been

added.

After bearing fruit, raspberry canes

die in autumn. They should be cut off

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baud, bauds, bra, brad, brads, bras, bud, buds, bur,

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10. Goes up (7)

11. Strew (7)

12. Appropriate (6)

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20. Discourteous (4)

22. Hold together (4)

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32. Maim (7)

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4. Desire (4)

5. Fog (4)

6. Formed (6)

7. Wrap around (7)

8. Debonair (6)

9. Twist in agony (6)

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14. Help develop or grow (7)

15. Inhibit, curb (7)

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21. Demean (7)

23. Bursts into (7)

24. Intensify (6)

25. Charge (6)

26. Stern (6)

29. Foundation (4)

30. Reverberate (4)

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MOTORING Selwyn Times, June 3, 2026 | 33

Palisade packing

a premium punch

Motoring with Bob Nettleton

Big, bold and better, Hyundai’s

latest mega-sized Palisade

SUV delivers on all three

more convincingly than its

predecessor, wrapped in a

thoughtfully designed vehicle

loaded with technology.

Those qualities matter for

a vehicle targeting the North

American market, where buyers

adore this type of “bigger than

Texas” machine.

The latest Palisade arrives

here promising a genuinely large

luxury SUV with an exclusive

edge, as the lavishly appointed

Calligraphy is the only model

available in New Zealand. At

$129,990, it is one of the most

expensive Hyundais sold here.

Palisade is a name for a strong

upright fence or wall of wooden

stakes or iron poles used for

defence or enclosure. It can

also refer to a line of steep cliffs

beside a river or ocean.

It is a quirky name choice for

Hyundai’s largest SUV, but not

entirely inappropriate given the

Palisade’s imposing strength,

presence and touch of grandeur.

A next-generation 2.5-litre

turbo gasoline direct-injection

hybrid powertrain is among

the highlights, featuring a

dual-motor design for superior

regenerative braking.

It also includes an interior

Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function,

allowing devices and appliances

to be powered from the vehicle.

Stay Mode is another clever

addition, using the high-capacity

hybrid battery to run the infotainment

and climate control

systems while parked with the

engine switched off.

Under the bonnet, major

changes have been made. Gone

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2.2-litre turbo diesel from the

previous model, replaced by a

powerful new 245kW 2.5-litre

turbo petrol hybrid.

Throttle response and lowspeed

pulling power are

impressive, thanks in no small

part to a healthy 460Nm of

torque.

There is plenty of power on

tap, even with a full load of

passengers aboard, and the drivetrain

delivers brisk acceleration

when needed. Its express-train

pace makes overtaking slower

traffic effortless.

The six-speed automatic transmission

performs well, with

smooth, precise and well-timed

gear changes that adapt easily to

most driving situations.

In its latest form, the Palisade

introduces its own distinctive

design DNA, with bolder proportions

creating a visually strong

and luxurious large SUV.

Revised proportions include

a shorter front overhang,

more upright windscreen and

extended wheelbase.

Rating out of 10: Performance 7, Handling 6, Build Quality 8, Comfort 8, Space 8, Styling 7, Value for money 6

Fuel Economy on-road test average consumption: 8.8L /100km

Safety: ANCAP crash rating – Not tested yet

Price: $129,990

Overall points out of 10: 7

An elevated bonnet flanked

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the vehicle’s commanding wide

stance, complemented by silvercoated

concealed headlights,

rear lamps and roof rails. It looks

every bit the premium flagship

SUV.

Helping reinforce that

impression are touches such as

machine-finished 21-inch Calligraphy

alloy wheels, a wide rear

bumper and skid plate.

Buyers can choose between

an eight-seat layout with seating

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Comfort seats in the front and

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The luggage area features seat

control switches for both rear

rows, conveniently located on

the left-side trim. The extended

wheelbase and increased overall

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Compared with the previous

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third row, and from 704L to 729L

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Clever touches abound, including

a power tailgate that not

only opens automatically, but

also allows owners to adjust

the opening and closing speeds,

along with lift height, to suit personal

preferences.

Imagine the fun you could

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Passenger and load space is

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and well-executed cabin.

Inside, the premium focus is

obvious, from the high-quality

materials to the advanced comfort

features.

A well-thought-out dashboard

provides instrumentation, infotainment

and safety information

through an impressively clear

panoramic curved display.

This seamlessly integrates a

12.3-inch digital cluster with a

12.3-inch infotainment screen,

enhancing the cabin’s spacious

feel and modern appearance.

Every key safety feature

and more is included. A Surround

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bird’s-eye view of the vehicle to

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Rear cross-traffic collisionavoidance

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tight parking spaces. If another

vehicle is detected, a warning

chime sounds and an alert

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An advanced AWD and multiterrain

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the limited ground clearance

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Comfortable and refined handling

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Call Tony Dempsey

Mobile 0274 323 943

• Roof Moss

Treatment

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Wash

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• Louvres

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• Dairy Sheds

• Solar Panel

Wash

• All Exterior

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• Competitive

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Call Aaron &

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grass, Garden

maintenance &

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Phone: 03 347 4422

or 021 542 402

Email: Aaron@theoutdoorspace.co.nz

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Health and Safety Consultant

To complete the required

annual independent

review of your Health and

Safety Plan or for any other

H&S advice, please contact

Pract

Grant Bell

Health and Safety

Consultant

Leeston

027 604 8507

grant.bell@me.com

Your Local Hedge Trimming

& Landscaping Experts

• Hedge Trimming / Garden Maintenance

• Trees & Shrubs Topped, Shaped or Removed

• Qualified Arborist

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• Shelterbelt Clean-ups - Mulching

• Section Clean-ups / Site Scrapes

• Fully Insured

Phone

Stu Reid:

(03) 325-4664

Mob:

021-500-519

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IF YOU NEED IT CLEAN

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Phone John 021-256-2409

Ph Jack 027 960 5803

PAINTERS

GARAGE DOORS

landscaping

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Door Professionals

0800 661 366

info@custommade.co.nz

Auckland, Christchurch, Wanaka

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Sand Blasting & Powder Coating

Sand Blasting – truck and trailer

chassis, ag equipment

Underbody Sand Blasting and Painting

Powder Coating – Over 300 colours

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26 Robinson Street, Ashburton

03 308 9888

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ashburtonpowdercoatingservices@gmail.com

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• Landscape construction and

garden maintenance

• Residential & light commercial

• Garden makeovers

For a proFessional job call

ross legg 027 222 0388

email revivelandscaping23@gmail.com

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER

Architectural

Design/Drafting

Free Quotes

New homes

and alterations

Phone 022 650 7541

Licensed Building

Practitioner

Canterbury Owned and Operated

A husband and wife team

Noel 027-411-3596

or Kim 027 612 6483

noel@kemppainters.co.nz

kemp painters and decorators

PLUMBER

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residential

We offer

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

TRADES & SERVICES

BRICK & BLOCK

LAYER / TILER

25 + years experience,

LBP, all aspects covered.

For the best results

phone Devon

021 375 888

CARPET LAYING Exp.

Repairs, uplifting,

relaying, restretching.

Phone John on 0800

003 181, 027 240 7416

jflattery@xtra.co.nz

CARRS CHIMNEY

CLEANING Servicing

Lincoln, Tai Tapu,

Motukarara, Ladbrooks,

Broadfields, Springston

& Prebbleton, Rollestion,

Halswell and the rest of

the Selwyn County. $90

a Chimney. Phone

Rodney 03 324-2999 &

leave message

CHIM Chim Chimney

Sweeps - We'll sweep

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check firebricks, baffles,

airtubes and controls.

We sweep coal-ranges

and any sized open fire.

We quote and undertake

repairs, flue extensions

and install cowls and

bird netting. 0800 224

464 www.chimchim.nz

TRADES & SERVICES

UDI PAINTING &

DECORATING

QUALIFIED

• Wallpapering

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(interior and exterior)

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Contact Udi Aale

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PAINTING

Indoor / Outdoor, over

30 yrs exp, same day

quotes, ph Steve 021

255 7968

Wanted to Rent. LONG

TERM Move in date late

July/August.

Rolleston/Lincoln areas.

2 or 3 bedroom house.

Clean tidy tenant. Refs

available. Call Gail 027-

2176431

CAR REMOVALS

$$CASH PAID$$

CARS, VANS, UTES

& 4X4 WANTED

We use world class vehicle

depollution systems

0800 77 80 80

www.pickapart.co.nz

FARM MACHINERY

WANTED

Anything considered

Ph 027 4317 259

DVDs AND CASSETTE

tapes

wanted,

Pennylane Records, 430

Colombo Street,

Sydenham, 7 days

FOLK RECORDS

WANTED mouse in a

teapot, Tamburlaine, Bill

Fay, Affinity, Tudor

Lodge, Nick Drake, David

Hollis etc, excellent

prices paid. Pennylane

Records, 430 Colombo

St, Sydenham, 7 days or

Dave 021 222 6144

PENNYLANE RECORDS

always buying records.

Excellent prices paid.

430 Colombo Street,

Sydenham, 366 3278,

open 7 days

TOOLS, Garden, garage,

saw benches, lathes.

Cash buyer. Phone 355-

2045.

NZ OWNED

AND

OPERATED

FOR

24 YEARS

HEATPUMPS E brentbailey.bpc@gmail.com

baileypaintingcontractors.com

Daikin, Gree, &

Mitsubishi.

Aircon Masters Ltd. PLUMBER Do you need

Supplying - Servicing a reliable plumber?

Quality and timely

PETS

WANTED

Canterbury since 2004.

airconmasters.co.nz services. No job too big

for Specials and Email. or small. Phone V FRENCH BULLDOG WANTED - LAND OR

Free Quotes. Plumbing Ltd. 022 351 Puppies: Registered BUILDINGS Private

4125

Call / Text Stu

Purebred Breeder MDBA; Buyer seeking property

0274 727 955

health and DNA checked to purchase. Open to a

and microchipped. — For range of options

TRADES & SERVICES viewings 021-325-632. including standalone

INSECT SCREENS,

buildings, yard

BLINDS AND SECURITY

space/land. Flexible on

DOORS Custom made PLUMBER Over 40 years WANTED size and location for the

security doors, also experience. Available for

right opportunity. If you

flyscreen windows and maintenance jobs in the

doors ,and stylish blinds.

have a property or know

Selwyn area. Ph Peter 7”, 45’s, singles, eps

Quality you can trust.

of something coming

0274 332 082

records wanted, any

We also repair existing

available, I'd love to hear

amount top prices paid.

screens and doors etc. SELWYN PROPERTY

from you. Call Bill on 03


Canterbury Blinds and MAINTENANCE, for

961 4000 or 021 743

Colombo Street,

Screens. Ph 03 3589237 home maintenance jobs,

464

Sydenham, ring Dave

for a free quote

small decks & 021 222 6144, 7 days

landscaping,

WANTED OLIVER

LANDSCAPING Paving, waterblasting, fence

LINDSAY-SCHMITT -

ALL JAZZ Records

Lawns, Irrigation,

Graffenstadden - will pay

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Decking, Fencing. Kanga

$500. Pennylane

general services. overseas artists, Blue

& small digger services.

Records, 430 Colombo

Contact Mark on 027 Note, Prestige, Riverside,

Check out Squire

Street, Sydenham, 7

231 1766 to discuss ECM, Verve, Impulse,

Landscaping on

days or 021 222 6144

your requirements. CTI, Milestone etc; top

Facebook. FREE

Dave

prices paid for good

QUOTES. Ph Arthur 347- STUMP GRINDING & titles. — Please phone

8796, 027 220-7014 small tree removal. Tony Dave 021-222-6144,

Edwin 027 220-7154 0275 588 895


days.

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021 363 432

TRADES & SERVICES

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Free Quotes Canterbury and Districts

03 365 3653 0800 368 468

ACCOMMODATION WANTED

WANTED

CARS WANTED

FARM APPLIANCES

FARM APPLIANCES

INTERNATIONAL CASE

385 tractor with mower

attached. Great for

small farms and lifestyle

blocks. Spare rear wheel

tyre available. $6500. Ph

027 936 7709

CLASSIFIEDS Selwyn Times, June 3, 2026 | 35

ADVERTISE YOUR

BUSINESS HERE

Animal Facility Technician

We are seeking an animal facility

technician to join the team at the

Manaaki Whenua-Landcare Research

Animal Facility to help care for captive

wild-caught and laboratory animals.

It involves the daily care of animals

(feeding and cleaning) on weekends

and public holidays including over

the Christmas period. The position is

permanent, part-time (four to six hours

per week) and is based at our Lincoln

site.

This role requires a diligent, responsible

person who is comfortable carrying out

SITUATIONS VACANT

CLEANER WANTED

once a week,

Wednesday, Thursday or

Friday mornings, for 1

hour. Ph 027 6106 222

FOR LEASE

LARGE 5 BAY open bay

barn for rent, 5 mins

from Lincoln. May suit

small ag business for

equipment storage.

Some yard space

available and can add

near new containers if

needed. Available in a

couple of months. $300-

350pw depending on

what you need. Contact

0279372451 if

interested.

LINCOLN

CONTAINER

STORAGE

Insulated & secure

containers

Ph 027 4336913

www.lincolncontainer

storage.co.nz

PUBLIC NOTICES

Phone for further details

(03) 379 1100

SITUATIONS VACANT

daily husbandry tasks for multiple animal

species. You will have experience of

working with animals and an interest in

animal research, animal care, and pest

control.

Enquiries about the position may be

directed to Leigh Ellmers at

EllmersL@landcareresearch.co.nz

Applications close on Sunday, 12 June

2026 at 5.00pm

SITUATIONS VACANT

Want to

make an

impact in

Canterbury?

Media Sales Consultant –

The Star

Location: Christchurch

Full-time Permanent

About the role:

Star Media (a division of Allied Press Ltd) is looking for a natural

communicator with a knack for creative problem-solving. Someone

that thrives on building relationships and driving results. As an Media

Sales Consultant, you’ll work across our print and digital platforms,

delivering creative, impactful campaigns that resonate with people

across the Canterbury region and the South. Star Media encompasses

The Star newspaper, eight community newspapers, digital platforms,

commercial design services, national magazines Kiwi Gardener, Classic

Driver and Rugby News and local magazine 03, plus high-profile local

events like City2Surf and the Home and Leisure shows in Christchurch

and Dunedin.

This position is based in our Star Media Office located in Christchurch. A

valid driver’s licence is required for this role,

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Not afraid to knock on doors and forge new relationships.

• Experience in media, marketing or sales is preferred but not essential

as comprehensive training will be provided.

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills; in

person, over the phone and via email.

• A strong focus on accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail.

• Able to think creatively and develop solutions for clients.

• A high level of self-motivation, strong team work ethic, and can

work to deadlines.

We offer:

• Base salary + Commission scheme

• Ability to purchase additional leave + company laptop

• Access to Southern Cross Medical Insurance

• Monday to Friday role, based in Christchurch, no weekend work.

How to apply:

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply via SEEK or

reach out to Shane Victor, for an informal inquiry at

shane@alliedmedia.co.nz . Applications will be accepted until Friday

5 June 2026. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this

opportunity.

alliedmedia.co.nz/careers

ROLLESTON

Community Centre

94 Rolleston Drive

Rolleston

LINCOLN

Lincoln Events Centre

15 Meijer Drive

(Todd Lounge)

ASHBURTON

Community House

44 Cass Street

(Rakaia Room)

BURWOOD

Baptist on Burwood

9 Burwood Road

(Church Lounge)

KAIAPOI

Community Centre

24 Sewell Street

(Mill Room)

Monday 8th June

10 am - 12 pm

Tuesday 9th June

10 am - 12 pm

Wednesday 10th June

10 am - 12 pm

Thursday 11th June

10 am - 12 pm

Friday 12th June

10 am - 12 pm

BISHOPDALE

St. Margarets Presbyterian

94 Farrington Ave

Bishopdale

HALSWELL

Library & Comm. Ctr.

339 Halswell Road

(Piharau Room)

MERIVALE

All Souls Anglican

30 Church Lane

(Church Lounge)

ST. ALBANS

Community Centre

1049 Colombo Street

(parking 126 Caledonian Rd)

RANGIORA

War Memorial

Corner of High Street

& Albert Street

Monday 8th June

2 pm - 4 pm

Tuesday 9th June

2 pm - 4 pm

Wednesday 10th June

2 pm - 4 pm

Thursday 11th June

2 pm - 4 pm

Friday 12th June

2 pm - 4 pm

Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Connecting Your Local Community

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ON OUR FEES, WE

FOCUS ON RESULTS.

Helping you keep more from your sale.

After trying traditional agencies,

I gave Anna and Arizto a shot

and never looked back. We’ve

now sold four homes together.

- Vicky

Behind me is a full support crew, from

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and management all working toward one

shared goal: getting your home SOLD.

It’s not a discount model. It’s just a

smarter one.

Anna James

027 222 2742 anna.j@arizto.co.nz

annajames.co.nz

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RECENT SALES

SUCCESS

63 homes sold in the last six

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027 222 2742

anna.j@arizto.co.nz

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SELWYN IS MORE

THAN OUR MARKET,

IT’S OUR HOME.

We live here. We love it. We sell it.

We don’t just know the

area, we’re part of it.

Between us, we’ve spent

decades living and working

across Selwyn, from

Lincoln to Rolleston and

Leeston to Darfield. These

are our schools, our sports

grounds, our cafés, and our

favourite weekend walks.

You’ll also have the strength

of my hand-picked local

team: Lisa Kingston and

Jennifer Grady.

Together, we ensure your

property is showcased and

supported at every stage.

Anna James

027 222 2742

anna.j@arizto.co.nz

annajames.co.nz

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ARIZTO?

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FEATURING THE BEST

PROPERTIES ACROSS

THE SELWYN DISTRICT

PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY

WEEK COMMENCING WEDNESDAY, 3RD JUNE, 2026

First Class Dairy Farming Portfolio

Property Brokers is proud to present this unrivalled

opportunity to acquire a significant dairy farming

business – a portfolio running 6,820 cows,

producing 2,863,000 kgMS (25/26 season) across

2,839 hectares. A well-established operation,

this portfolio is built around five high performing

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and Appleton – delivering a balanced mix of scale,

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The properties are offered for sale either in their

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individually, and are initially being marketed through

non-binding expressions of interest.

A rare chance to secure scale, performance and proven

production in one of New Zealand’s most desirable

dairy regions — a genuine once-in-a-generation

opportunity.

Listing ID: pb.co.nz/DFR227380

Tender: Friday, 05 June 2026, 12.00pm

(will not be sold prior)

Gareth Cox

Contact:

Mobile: 021 250 9714

E: gareth@pb.co.nz

Aurora Dairies, Te Pirita, Selwyn

Viewings: By Appointment

Call, or visit pb.co.nz/wincash to bring home the bacon

Lincoln (03) 595 6954

Rolleston (03) 929 0306

Darfield (03) 975 4506

Leeston (03) 281 8704

*Terms and Conditions apply | Licensed REAA 2008

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Prebbleton 92 Hodgens Road

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Award-winning luxury

Thoughtfully designed and award-winning in pedigree, this 364.4m2 residence delivers refined modern luxury on

approximately 7 hectares of exceptional lifestyle property. Constructed by DNA Structures Limited in 2015, the home

achieved regional Gold at the 2016 House of the Year Awards and was recognised among the top 100 new homes

nationally within its category. Showcasing contemporary craftsmanship throughout, the home features expansive

open-plan living. The kitchen, dining and living domain forms the heart of the home, complemented by an office, a

formal lounge and seamless indoor-outdoor flow to a sheltered alfresco area. Accommodation comprises four

generous bedrooms and three bathrooms, with quality finishes throughout. Outdoors, the entertaining space is

enhanced by a fireplace, water feature and expansive irrigated lawn, creating an exceptional environment for yearround

use. Set within versatile grounds, the property includes a three-bay pole shed with the surrounding land

currently used for silage production and grazing for animals. Combining architectural quality and lifestyle flexibility

this is a property of outstanding calibre in a sought-after setting.

Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 | pb.co.nz

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Deadline Sale closes Tuesday 16th June, 2026 at 12.00pm,

(unless sold prior)

View Sun 7 Jun 12.00 - 12.45pm

Web pb.co.nz/LIL217263

Justin Le Lievre

M 022 628 1306

E justinl@pb.co.nz

Jason Rickard

M 027 245 8495

E jason.rickard@pb.co.nz

Proud to be here

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Te Pirita Rakaia Terrace Road

Tender

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Quality irrigated bareland with building potential

A quality bareland opportunity in the renowned Te Pirita dairy farming district, this 45ha (subject to survey)

property offers versatility, reliable Central Plains Water irrigation applied via three rotorainers and the ability to

establish a quality rural holding in a proven farming location. Situated approximately 60km from Christchurch

Airport, the property combines productive farming potential with an attractive rural lifestyle setting.

Operated as part of a dairy platform over recent years, combined with a history of wintering dairy cows, the block

is well suited to a range of farming uses including dairy support, grazing or finishing.

The proposed 45 ha lot meets the threshold with the Selwyn District Council to enable the construction of a

dwelling on the property. A versatile and well-located bareland block in a tightly held farming area, offering

purchasers the opportunity to develop, build and farm in one of Canterbury's most regarded dairy districts.

Tender closes 12.00pm, Mon 29th Jun, 2026, 68 South Terrace,

Darfield 7510

View By appointment

Web pb.co.nz/DFR227872

Gareth Cox

M 021 250 9714

Robbie Polson

M 021 530 338

E gareth@pb.co.nz

E robbie.polson@pb.co.nz

Dunsandel 10 Hororata Dunsandel Road

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Charming country living with endless potential

Situated in the heart of the welcoming rural township of Dunsandel, this character-filled 1940s home offers an

exciting opportunity for first-home buyers, families, downsizers, or investors seeking an affordable freehold

property in a growing Canterbury community. This warm and inviting home combines classic charm with everyday

practicality, offering comfortable living while still providing scope to modernise and add value over time.

Constructed with dependable roughcast cladding and an aluminium roof, the property offers peace of mind

alongside timeless appeal. Inside, the 93m2 floor plan has been thoughtfully designed to maximise functionality

and comfort. Natural light flows throughout the home, creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere. The living area

provides a cosy central hub for relaxing with family or entertaining guests, while the practical kitchen and dining

spaces are well-positioned for everyday convenience. The home features three well-proportioned bedrooms,

making it ideal for growing families, couples needing extra space, or those working from home.

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For Sale By Negotiation

View By appointment

Web pb.co.nz/ROU229651

Ben Findlay

M 027 719 0205

E ben.findlay@pb.co.nz

Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 | pb.co.nz

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WINTER

BIG CALL

Auctions | 15 June to 7 August 2026

Winter is a great time to sell with a Bayleys auction. Our Winter Big Call Auction

Campaign is the ideal way to get your home under the hammer. Backed by our expert

team of agents, award winning auctioneers and fantastic marketing options, we’ll make

sure your home stands out, giving you the best chance of a sold result.

List with Bayleys today and let’s get your home under the hammer.

Bayleys Darfield 03 975 4559

Bayleys Rolleston 03 347 9949

Bayleys Leeston 03 324 3704

bayleys.co.nz/canterbury

Residential / Commercial / Rural / Property Services


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NEW LISTING

Charing Cross 714 Courtenay Road

Stylish country living with space, shelter and shed

Set on 4 hectares of well-sheltered and fenced land, this appealing lifestyle property offers the perfect balance of

comfort, space, and rural charm.

The beautifully presented three-bedroom, two-bathroom home has been refreshed throughout, featuring new

carpet, fresh interior paint, and stylish new drapes and blinds. The master bedroom includes its own ensuite,

providing a private retreat for homeowners. The heart of the home is the sunny open-plan kitchen, dining, and living

area, designed for easy everyday living and entertaining. A log burner adds warmth and ambience during the cooler

months, while the updated kitchen includes a new dishwasher for added convenience.

4ha 3 1 2

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)

1pm, Thu 18 Jun 2026

Adrienne Goodeve 021 977 877

adrienne.goodeve@bayleys.co.nz


bayleys.co.nz/5530705

Lincoln 69 Waikirikiri Avenue

Motivation meets magnificence

Our vendors have secured their next move - this stunning high-spec home must be sold on or before auction day!

Perfect for astute buyers, this premium residence offers absolute class and comfort:

• Interior: Four bedrooms (boutique master), tiled bathrooms, dedicated office, high ceilings, ducted heating, and

two spacious living areas.

• Exterior: Fully landscaped low-maintenance sanctuary with a premium louvre roof and an oversized double

garage.

Bags are packed, and time is of the essence. Call today to view.

4 2 2 2

Auction (unless sold prior) 11am, Thu 18 Jun 2026

3 Deans Avenue, Chch

View Sun 3.15-3.45pm

Melanie Webb 027 635 2643

melanie.webb@bayleys.co.nz



bayleys.co.nz

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Rolleston 9 Goldrush Lane

Magnificent home, gardens and triple garage

Perfectly positioned on a beautifully established 1,199sqm section, this impressive 298sqm four-bedroom, twobathroom

home has been thoughtfully designed for relaxed family living. At the heart of the home is the expansive

open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area, designed for effortless entertaining and everyday living. The stylish

kitchen is complemented by a large butler's pantry complete with sink, providing excellent storage and preparation

space. A separate lounge offers a quiet retreat, while a third living area featuring tiled flooring and a striking Schist

feature wall. Three separate outdoor entertaining spaces, a large lawn and triple car garaging with room for a

campervan completes the picture.

4 3 2 1

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)

1pm, Wed 17 Jun 2026

Adrienne Goodeve 021 977 877

adrienne.goodeve@bayleys.co.nz



NEW LISTING

Boundary lines are indicative only

Rolleston 130 Glenbogle Drive

A taste of Tuscany with huge land banking opportunity

Located right on the fringe of the developer’s hotspot in Rolleston, 130 Glenbogle Drive offers both an idyllic

lifestyle opportunity plus massive future potential. 317sqm, four bedrooms plus office home has a Tuscan resort feel.

Plastered concrete block construction gives peace of mind for buyers searching for a rock-solid, low-maintenance

home. The large kitchen/living area with an impressive 4.1m high stud is the true heart of the home that opens out to

the sun-drenched patio and heated pool area. An adjoining second lounge also offers the same indoor-outdoor flow

and creates a resort-style living. Master bedroom and an office occupy one wing of this impressive home, and the

other three bedrooms are at the opposite end of the home giving space and privacy for the whole family.


4ha 4 2 5

Auction (unless sold prior) 11am, Thu 18 Jun 2026

3 Deans Avenue, Chch

Andrew Taylor 027 435 5930

andrew.taylor@bayleys.co.nz

Hayley Johnston 027 379 4964

hayley.johnston@bayleys.co.nz


bayleys.co.nz

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Eaves serve a purpose

For centuries, homes have featured

eaves, created by extending the roof out

over the sides of the building. This is

still the main approach to constructing

homes today.

Eaves are both an architectural

feature and functional, protecting the

wall cladding from the elements and

helping regulate the sun.

During the warmer months, the sun

is higher in the sky. Eaves limit the

distance it can penetrate into a room

with the result a cooler house while

lessening the potential for bleached

home furnishings. Over winter, the sun

sits lower in the sky so reaches further

into rooms, drawing in natural, free

heat.

Most houses in Selwyn have soffits,

the main reason being a hip or gable

roof with an overhang is still the most

affordable way to build.

Porticos offer shelter

While aesthetically appealing,

incorporating eaves into a roof design

also helps protect the cladding, keeping

it cleaner so reducing maintenance with

less likelihood of ugly water streaks on

the exterior walls as can occur where

a home has no overhang. These are

particularly noticeable where a plaster

look has been chosen for the external

cladding.

There is also the issue of weather

tightness. Very seldom do single level

dwellings with good overhangs become

leaky homes. The eaves help keep

rain off the walls where it counts so

there is less potential for moisture to

penetrate the walls where they are most

vulnerable.

Most modern homes with an

overhang have the windows hard

up to the soffit. This eliminates the

need for a head flashing (a metal strip

Hip & gable roofs with eaves are cost effective

build options

that keeps water out from above the

window). While there is the option for

the roof to finish flush with the start

of a wall or have a smaller degree of

overhang, incorporating a soffit means

a more straightforward build with less

materials and labour incurred. When

the roof is to finish flush with the

walls, there is a need for more careful

design to ensure a weatherproof home.

Additional costs will be incurred due

to the need for extra features such

as flashings over windows and the

cladding taken up above the window.

Having generous eaves over

entryways and windows can keep rain

from getting into the home, something

that is particular helpful in the summer

when wanting to air the house on a

muggy damp day.

An added advantage of a home with

eaves is there can be sheltered garden

spots for growing frost sensitive plants

or those which prefer the dry. There

may also be places to tuck some items

up against the house so they are out of

the weather. Stretching the eaves out to

create a portico offers the opportunity

for an outdoor space sheltered from the

sun and rain.

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What size home do you need?

Tiny houses and smaller homes are

trendy and realistically how many

square metres do you really need?

Determining a suitable size for your

new home will be influenced by the

number of bedrooms needed, whether

a separate lounge is desired, size of

garage required and your budget.

A smaller home is not always more

affordable in terms of the square metre

rate as certain costs are still incurred

such as Council consent fees, and

drainage and wiring from the street.

While going larger does mean more

materials and time constructing the

home, its relative cost may make

it a better buy due to certain parts

of the home like the garage being

more affordable to construct. It is the

additional features, which pushes up

the price.

Savings can be made on a new build

by choosing more affordable quality

fixtures and fittings, which are not

super fashionable or top of the line. The

kitchen and bathrooms in particular

can chew up the dollars. The black sink

and tapware may look good but how

long will you be living with it and will

it still be in vogue in five or ten years’

time. Renovating that soon, may not be

part of your plans.

It is a matter of achieving a balance

between those desired extra features

and making your home special while

sticking to the budget. A pantry may

be high on the list yet does it need a

sink and would shelving instead of

cupboards do? A washbasin in the main

toilet may not add that much extra to

the cost and could be convenient when

entertaining, though it is still another

expense. A double vanity is great if he

and she arise at the same time then

fight for space in the bathroom but it

means two sinks to clean and takes up

more space. Fully tiled bathrooms look

glamorous and certainly have the wow

Brick cladding is more affordable

factor yet tiling round the bath and

laying vinyl planking could also make

a statement. If you need storage space

you may consider cupboards inside or a

larger garage with built-in shelving and

attic trusses.

When it comes to cladding, brick is

still the most affordable though this

depends on the type of brick chosen.

High end cedar and schist look great

however a more affordable alternative

might be mingling a brick cladding

with linear board for effect. Hip and

gable roofs are still the most affordable

and may be a suitable substitute for a

skillion roof if no preference is held.

As you finalise your house design,

work with your architectural designer

or building representative to determine

the features you really want and those

which might be excluded, as well

as where changes might be made to

make your new home affordable and

practical for you.

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New Listing/Open Home

Open Home

FOR SALE

27 Nicolau Avenue, Rolleston

• Built in 2020 by Classic

Builders

• 3 bedrooms (master with

ensuite and walk-in robe)

• Open plan kitchen, living and

dining area

• Fully fenced 423m2 section

• Double internal access garage

+ off-street parking

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/RLL32812

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For Sale

Offers Over $719,000

View

Saturday 12.15 - 12.45pm

Sunday 1.00 - 1.30pm

3A2B1L2J

'Big Red' Shefford

027 224 4733

brendan.shefford@raywhite.com

Amanda Cherry

027 340 6955

amanda.cherry@raywhite.com

DEADLINE SALE

10 Duggan Close, Rolleston

• Spacious family friendly home

• Large open-plan living spaces

• Large kitchen w/ ample space

• Separate lounge w/ gas fire

• Master w/ WIR & tiled ensuite

• Family bathroom w/ spa bath

• Triple garage w/ attic storage

• Pool, louvre & outdoor patio

• Call Kate today to view!!

rwtownandlifestyle.co.nz/PRB30781


Deadline Sale

6pm Tuesday 9th June

2026 (unless sold prior)

View

Thursday 12.30 - 1.00pm

Sunday 11.00 - 11.30am

4A2B2L3J1E755F

Kate Cameron

027 688 8057

kate.cameron@raywhite.com



FOR SALE

11 Nettleship Way, Rolleston

3A2B1J312F

FOR SALE

34A Brookside Road, Rolleston

3A1B1L2J

• Light open plan living spaces

• Modern, & practical layout

• Seamless flow out to a patio

• Master suite has an ensuite

• Low maintenance cnr section

• Short stroll to Foster Park

• Zoned for Lemonwood Grove

• Zoned for Rolleston College

• Call Kate or Mel today!!

For Sale


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Kate Cameron

027 688 8057

kate.cameron@raywhite.com

Mel Stewart

022 432 4208

mel.stewart@raywhite.com

• Built in 2016

• 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

• Open plan kitchen, living,

dining

• Double internal access garage

plus off-street parking

• Private rear fully fenced

section

• Close to town centre

For Sale


View



'Big Red' Shefford

027 224 4733


Susan Lock

027 491 8836

susan.lock@raywhite.com

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FOR SALE

142 Ed Hillary Drive, Rolleston

3A2B2C2J

FOR SALE

15 Longore Way, Rolleston

4A2B2J

• New home in Falcon's Landing

• Kitchen has stone benchtops

and walk in pantry

• Open plan living with study

nook & patio doors

• Great storage, alarm, fully

fitted laundry

• Walking distance to amazing

new playground & shops

For Sale

$779,000

View



Leesa Barrie

027 947 1200

leesa.barrie@raywhite.com

• 156m2 floor plan | 543m2

section

• Built in 2024

• Vacant with immediate

possession

• Well kept and maintained

• Positioned well on section to

maximise backyard

For Sale

By Negotiation

View

Please refer online for open

home times

Caine Hopcroft

027 330 1002

caine.hopcroft@raywhite.com

Nicole King

027 7219 383

nicole.king@raywhite.com







FOR SALE

22F Stonebrook Drive, Rolleston

4A2B2L4J

FOR SALE

21 Anaru Road, Lincoln

4A2B2L2J

• 175m2 floor plan | 917m2

(incl ROW) section

• Second living room + log

burner

• 2x double car garages

• Located down a private

laneway

For Sale

By Negotiation

View


home times

Nicole King

027 7219 383


Caine Hopcroft

027 330 1002


• Light-filled open plan living +

a separate lounge

• Pellet fire & cassette heat

pump for year-round comfort

• Fantastic indoor-outdoor flow

to a covered entertaining area

• Pull-down attic storage for all

the extras

• Well-maintained section

For Sale

By Negotiation

View


Sunday 12.30 - 1.00pm

Georgia Schofield

027 887 7282

georgia.schofield@raywhite.com

'Big Red' Shefford

027 224 4733






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FOR SALE

3 Rabbit Way, Rolleston

3A2B1L2J

FOR SALE

24 Reuben Avenue, Rolleston

4A2B2J

• 174m2 floorplan | 564m2

section

• Log burner, heat pump, plus

air ventilation system

• Built 2024 by GJ Gardener

• Well maintained and looked

after

For Sale

By Negotiation

View


home times

Caine Hopcroft

027 330 1002


Nicole King

027 7219 383


• 161m2 floorplan | 601m2

section

• Large kitchen with open plan

living/dining

• Blank canvas large section

• Close to shops, parks, schools

For Sale

By Negotiation

View


home times

Caine Hopcroft

027 330 1002


Nicole King

027 7219 383






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For a FREE rental appraisal contact Paul or April today

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security system are just a few of the many extras on

offer with this property. There is a separate standalone

spacious office/studio that gives options for

those who require a dedicated work from home space

or alternatively, room for a dependant relative.

a short, easy commute into the city or out to Ro leston.

Karen Hennessy

Mobile: 027 967 0186

karen.hennessy@pggwrightson.co.nz

Week commencing Tuesday, 3Rd ocToBeR 2017

As always, this builder has finished his latest new build to

perfection, incorporating a l the ‘must haves’ and more for

keep cool or warm, as required, at the push of a bu ton with

2 heat pumps.

The home’s practical layout also includes a walk-in linen

room, a substantial separate laundry, a tic storage with

ladder access and last, but certainly not least, hugely sought

after 4 car garaging. From the moment you approach this

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Your guide to all things Real Estate

in the Selwyn District

Keep warm

without waste

15

Winter is here and is already making

itself known with chilly nights and

brisk mornings, meaning most of us

will be spending more time indoors.

But with temperatures dropping

and the cost-of-living rising, you

may be trying to find the perfect

balance between keeping your home

comfortable and keeping energy costs

under control.

Thankfully, there are some simple

things you can do to make your home

feel warmer this winter without

running up a huge energy bill.

One of the biggest causes of heat

loss in homes is poor insulation, and if

yours isn’t up to scratch then getting

it sorted could be a very worthwhile

investment.

For older homes, you probably

already have insulation, but it’s a good

idea to check it hasn’t moved or been

damaged. You may need to top up your

ceiling insulation if it is under 12cm

thick; doesn’t cover your whole ceiling;

or has gaps or bare spots.

If your existing insulation is wet,

damp or has been damaged by pests

then you should remove it and start

fresh.

Heat can also escape through

windows, especially in older properties,

so thick curtains or thermal linings

can be a great way to keep your rooms

warmer. Even adding a simple thermal

backing to your existing curtains can

improve warmth significantly.

Floor length curtains can be

particularly effective. You can leave

them open during the day to make the

most of the natural sunlight but be sure

to close them as soon as the sun goes

down to trap the warmth inside and

block cold air from entering.

Even the smallest of gaps around

doors and windows can let cold air

in, so take some time to suss out any

draughts in your home. Fixing draughty

spots is usually pretty cheap, thanks to

adhesive weather seals, door snakes,

and draught stoppers, and you should

notice a big difference.

If you have hard wood flooring in

your home, then buying rugs will help

to insulate your floors by trapping in

the warm air and can also make rooms

look warmer and cosier than those with

bare tiles or timber.

The layout of your rooms can also

play a part in how warm it feels.

Placing furniture right in front of

heat sources will block the warm air

from circulating properly, while seats

near windows may feel chillier in the

evening.

When trying to keep bills lower, it’s

important to use your heating more

effectively. Many households choose to

focus on just heating rooms they use

the most often rather than the entire

house. Keeping doors to unused rooms

closed will help to contain the heat, and

choosing extra blankets and throws for

beds can reduce the need for overnight

heating, or get an electric blanket,

which are cheap to run and can be

switched on a couple of hours before

bedtime to stave off the cold.

You can also make your home appear

warmer without even touching the

heating by choosing soft, warm-toned

light bulbs and layering up snuggly

textiles, like fluffy throws for the sofa

and wool rugs.

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The home features four bedrooms (master with

en suite and walk-in robe), open-plan kitchen, dining

and living along with formal dining, lounge and

conservatory. Great indoor outdoor flow to a large

sheltered deck set in sprawling lawns and easy care

gardens with automated watering. Triple car garaging,

security gates, ducted heating, solar energy and

Auction (unless sold prior)

Thursday 19 October, 2pm

411 Blenheim Road

www.pggwre.co.nz/DAR26164

the discerning buyer. Situated on a 1200m 2 section, with

an established backdrop, the substantial 315m 2 floor plan

provides the ultimate in family living options. The sunny &

spacious open plan living room boasts a designer kitchen

with 90cms oven, stone bench tops & a walk in pantry,

together with define dining, living & study spaces that

extend through sliding doors to a large deck & covered ‘al

fresco’ entertaining area.

The formal lounge als opens to the landscaped garden

& has a boxed high stud ceiling with sound speakers. A l 4

bedrooms are fabulously proportioned queen sized rooms,

with the master suite providing the perfect parents’ retreat

featuring an amazing dressing room with fu l wardrobe

system, additional storage & a beautiful tiled ensuite with

double tiled shower, freestanding bath & twin vanities. The

family bathroom is equa ly elegant with a tiled shower &

twin vanities. Cosy up in front of the log burner, keep your

toes warm with the under tile heating in the bathrooms &

DeaDline Sale:

Closing 4pm on Monday

11th June 2018

(unless sold prior)

rwro leston.co.nz/RLL23148

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Sarah Booth

Contact:

Set amongst other quality homes on larger sections,

this property maintains a semi-rural feel whilst being

Contact:

Phone: 03 341 4301

premium property, you wi l appreciate what a privilege it

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THIS WEEKS SELWYN DISTRICT OPEN HOMES

Wednesday 3rd June

1.00pm – 1.30pm 11 Vitalia Crescent, Lincoln

Bayleys Canterbury

5.00pm – 5.30pm 109 Halswell Junction Road, Halswell

Ray White Town & Lifestyle Ltd

Thursday 4th June

12.00pm – 12.30pm 11 Nettleship Way, Rolleston


12.00pm – 12.30pm 12 Texel Crescent, West Melton

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty

12.30pm – 1.00pm 10 Duggan Close, Rolleston


5.30pm – 6.00pm 49 Stonebridge Way, Prebbleton

Bayleys Canterbury

Saturday 6th June

10.30am – 11.00am 24 Reuben Avenue, Rolleston


11.00am – 11.30am 11A Mahoe Street, Templeton


11.00am – 11.30am 576 Maddisons Road, Weedons


11.15am – 11.45am 74 Longcot Drive, Rolleston


11.30am – 12.00pm 15 Longore Way, Rolleston


11.30am – 12.00pm 109 Halswell Junction Road, Halswell


12.00pm – 12.30pm 15 Longore Way, Rolleston


12.00pm – 12.30pm 12 Texel Crescent, West Melton


12.00pm – 12.30pm 30 George Street, Rolleston

McRae & Knowler

12.15pm – 12.45pm 86 Monarch Drive, Rolleston


12.15pm – 12.45pm 27 Nicolau Avenue, Rolleston


12.30pm – 1.00pm 34A Brookside Road, Rolleston


12.30pm – 1.00pm 10 Barbary Street, Rolleston


12.30pm – 1.00pm 11 Nettleship Way, Rolleston


12.45pm – 1.15pm 21 Anaru Road, Lincoln


12.45pm – 1.15pm 10 Sudbury Way, Rolleston


1.00pm – 1.30pm 4 Peek Lane, Rolleston


1.00pm – 1.30pm 120 Shepherd Avenue, West Melton


1.00pm – 1.30pm 17 Delamare Way, Rolleston

McRae & Knowler

1.15pm – 1.45pm 53 Stonebrook Drive, Rolleston


1.15pm – 1.45pm 58 Overbury Crescent, Rolleston


1.30pm – 2.00pm 20 Tauhinu Avenue, Lincoln


1.30pm – 2.00pm 10 Longfields Road, Lincoln


1.30pm – 2.00pm 11 Full Moon Lane, Rolleston


1.30pm – 2.00pm 23 Flint Road, Rolleston


1.45pm – 2.15pm 142 Ed Hillary Drive, Rolleston


2.00pm – 2.30pm 2 Nethercote Way, Rolleston


2.00pm – 2.30pm 1/1132 Old West Coast Road, West Melton


2.00pm – 2.45pm 492 Hoskyns Road, Rolleston

McRae & Knowler

2.30pm – 3.00pm 1 Tauhinu Avenue, Lincoln


3.00pm – 3.30pm 1 Hungerford Drive, Rolleston


3.15pm – 3.45pm 692b Weedons Road, Rolleston

McRae & Knowler

Sunday 7th June

10.00am – 10.30am 10 Beckford Way, Rolleston


10.30am – 11.00am 331 Hawkins Road, Hororata


10.45am – 11.15am 15 Longore Way, Rolleston


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49 Thames Drive, Rolleston


99 Ridgeway Avenue, Rolleston


10 Duggan Close, Rolleston


76 Summers Road, Darfield

Property Brokers

60 Waikirikiri Avenue, Lincoln

McRae & Knowler

27 Lunn Crescent, Leeston

McRae & Knowler

4 Monte Crescent, Lincoln

McRae & Knowler

30 Champan Street, Leeston

McRae & Knowler

30e Woodville Street, Leeston

McRae & Knowler

24 Gracia Avenue, Rolleston


86 Monarch Drive, Rolleston


115 Northmoor Boulevard, Rolleston


14 Wallingford Crescent, Rolleston


18 Jacqueline Drive, West Melton


11A Mahoe Street, Templeton


35 Market Street, Leeston


576 Maddisons Road, Weedons


92 Hodgens Road, Prebbleton

Property Brokers

59 Market Street, Leeston

McRae & Knowler

11 Lunn Crescent, Leeston

McRae & Knowler

22 Greenslade Drive, Lincoln

McRae & Knowler

20 Tauhinu Avenue, Lincoln


21 Anaru Road, Lincoln


8 Inaka Street, Lincoln


23 Flint Road, Rolleston


11 Nettleship Way, Rolleston


49 Stonebridge Way, Prebbleton

Bayleys Canterbury

11 Seckles Lane, Rolleston


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27 Nicolau Avenue, Rolleston


34A Brookside Road, Rolleston


37 Suffolk Drive, Kirwee


109 Halswell Junction Road, Halswell


84 Kimberley Road, Darfield

Property Brokers

12 Texel Crescent, West Melton


39 Da Vinci Avenue, Leeston


12 Carston Street, Leeston

McRae & Knowler

17 Delamare Way, Rolleston

McRae & Knowler

5/1163 Goulds Road, Rolleston


1 Tauhinu Avenue, Lincoln


17A Appledore Street, Prebbleton


10 Longfields Road, Lincoln


2 Nethercote Way, Rolleston


142 Ed Hillary Drive, Rolleston


91 Kimberley Drive, Darfield


4A Chaucer Street, Rolleston


4 Peek Lane, Rolleston


26 Rosalind Avenue, Darfield


25 Chris Drive, Rolleston

Bayleys Canterbury

288 Southfield Drive, Lincoln

Bayleys Canterbury

120 Shepherd Avenue, West Melton


492 Hoskyns Road, Rolleston

McRae & Knowler

3 Meadowmere Lane, Prebbleton


5 Meadowmere Lane, Prebbleton


11 Full Moon Lane, Rolleston


10 Barbary Street, Rolleston


1 Hungerford Drive, Rolleston


24 Reuben Avenue, Rolleston


1/1132 Old West Coast Road, West Melton


1600 Clintons Road, Darfield

Property Brokers

69 Waikirikiri Avenue, Lincoln

Bayleys Canterbury

4 Waterbridge Way, Rolleston

McRae & Knowler

30 George Street, Rolleston

McRae & Knowler

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