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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 8

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

Kāinga Ora tenant kicked out after abuse, threats

BY BRIANNA MCILRAITH

Jasmine Hanham filmed herself

harassing her neighbours and

then posted it to social media

platform TikTok.

Now her landlord Kāinga Ora

has taken her to the Tenancy

Tribunal and she has been

evicted for antisocial behaviour.

That behaviour included

covering her neighbour’s work

car with stickers accusing him

of “s*** parking” and filming

herself verbally harassing her

neighbours and posting the

videos to TikTok.

The Christchurch woman told

the tribunal she was struggling

with parenting her high-needs

children, which led to the

outbursts, and said her tenancy

should not be terminated.

But tribunal adjudicator

Rebecca Morgan said in a

recently released decision

while parenting can be

overwhelming, the three

antisocial incidents cannot be

justified by stressful parenting.

Morgan ultimately terminated

Hanham’s tenancy giving

her two weeks to find new

accommodation.

The decision comes after

Hanham’s landlord Kāinga Ora

lodged a claim with the tribunal

to terminate the tenancy

following antisocial behaviour

which occurred across 90 days.

On December 4 Hanham put

the stickers over a neighbour’s

work vehicle, accusing him of

“s*** parking”.

On January 15 she wrote an

abusive letter to an elderly

neighbour, threatening to harm

her cats, and directed abusive

language at a home-care

provider of the same neighbour.

And on February 26 she

was verbally abusive to an

elderly neighbour, including

threatening her dog.

Kāinga Ora served Hanham

antisocial behaviour notices for

all three incidents.

The elderly neighbour, who

has name suppression, told the

tribunal she wished to retire “in

peace” but is living in fear of

Hanham’s threats towards her

and her pets.

“The language that has been

directed to her and her pets

is abhorrent and abusive,”

Morgan said.

“Alternative carers had to be

arranged following an outburst

by Hanham. [The neighbour]

has sought medical advice to

help her deal with the effects of

Hanham’s behaviour.”

Hanham also made TikTok

posts stating she was going to

disturb the neighbours, with

the neighbour then making

recordings of that disturbance.

Hanham raised seven points

with the tribunal in relation to

the alleged unfairness of the

situation.

They included that

she was neurodivergent

and the incidents were just

a “normal neighbourhood

dispute”.

However, Morgan said

this was more than a normal

neighbourhood dispute and

Hanham had months to

seek support to manage her

conditions, but had not done so.

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Shaun the Sheep coming to the city.......................3

The tale of two mansions....................................4-5

Cave Creek safety reform campaigner dies........10

Wrecked rickshaw spoils birthday......................10

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French connection in the front row.....................24

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Sunday, 10am to 3pm

Explore Keating Heritage Park, home of the

NZ Vintage Machinery Club, at its open day on

Sunday. The day features working and static

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vintage machinery, including a M.V. Tuhoe display

and original power generators from Lake Coleridge.

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Stay away warning as dolphin takes up residence

BY KEES CHALMERS

The Department of

Conservation is asking the

public to keep a good distance

away from a large bottlenose

dolphin which appears to

have taken a shine to Taylors

Mistake.

People reported the dolphin

was exhibiting unusual

behaviour swimming back

and forth near the shoreline

and alerted DOC.

DOC staff went out with

Coastguard Sumner to assess

the dolphin’s health and check

whether it had been injured or

become entangled.

DOC ranger Cat Barnett

said while it is unusual to see

a dolphin swimming alone

in one area for an extended

period, it appeared healthy.

“From what we saw

from the boat, there is no

obvious sign of injury or

entanglement.

“The animal looks to be

in good body condition and

appears to be foraging in the

area. Individuals living close

to the shore feed primarily

on a variety of inshore

bottom-dwelling fish and

invertebrate species,” she

said. Bottlenose dolphins

are nationally vulnerable

and prone vessel strikes,

net entanglement and being

disturbed. The dolphins are

mainly found in three coastal

populations – the north-east

North Island, Fiordland, and

the northern South Island.

Barnett said bottlenose

dolphin sightings around

Banks Peninsula and Lyttelton

Harbour are infrequent.

“We will continue to keep an

eye on this situation.”

Christchurch is

set to become

home to the

Big Sheep Trail,

a public art

trail featuring

sculptures of the

popular cartoon

character Shaun

the Sheep.

PHOTO: DAVID OATES

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Famous sheep to

get city makeover

BY HONOUR MITCHELL

Internationally-known cartoon

character Shaun the Sheep is

coming to Christchurch.

Thirty schools have been told

they will have a hand in bringing

Shaun to life by painting

Little Shaun sculptures for the

Big Sheep Trail in January.

Shaun the Sheep is a British

animated character who has

starred in several TV series

and two feature films – Shaun

the Sheep Movie and Shaun the

Sheep: Farmageddon.

The movies were nominated

for Academy Awards in 2015

and 2019. There are also Shaun

the Sheep trails in the United

Kingdom.

The painted Little Shauns will

be on display in the central city

and other parts of Christchurch

from January 16 to the end of

March next year. Artists will

also paint 30 other Big Shauns.

Waitākiri Primary School

teacher Sophie O’Rourke said

pupils are looking forward to

being part of the outdoor sculpture

trail again.

“We have completed three

other sculptures over the years

and we love doing them. Not

only does it bring our school

community together, but it also

creates excitement and the children

who participate always

feel so proud of the sculpture,”

she said.

Once the trail ends the

Shauns will be auctioned off

to fundraise for Big Brothers

Big Sisters of Christchurch,

an organisation that matches

young people with mentors

to help them reach their full

potential.

Said Pareawa Banks Avenue

Primary School principal Jan

Thompson: “We love Big Brothers

Big Sisters as a programme

and are fully in as a school

because it makes such a difference

in our community each

and every day. We want to

give back. We want to be a role

model of involvement and support

in our wider community.”

There is also a call out for artists

interested in painting a Big

Shaun who will be sponsored

by businesses.

Big Brothers Big Sisters programme

manager Faye Higgins

said designs were being sought

which “capture the spirit of

Shaun the Sheep; adventurous,

mischievous, fun-loving, and

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From luxury to disrepair: Tale of

Grand Designs NZ

castle hits the market

The McLeods Rd property, known as Bella Castello, sits on 4.31ha and includes seven bedrooms and nine bathrooms.

A "post-modern castle" in

Canterbury that appeared on

Grand Designs New Zealand in

2022 is on the market.

The Mediterranean-inspired

home on McLeods Rd in Sefton

is named Bella Castello and

was built by Phil Metaxas

and architect Philip Kennedy,

OneRoof.co.nz reported.

New Zealand Sotheby's

International Realty listing agent

Matthew Rayner told OneRoof

Metaxas had done a quality job.

"You can see he has spent a lot

of money on it. I never saw [the

property] when it was listed last

time. But now it's finished - all

painted, all floored, all glazed.

"I don't know if I could pick

one [favourite feature]. Because

you've got the Mediterranean

look, then you have the spiral

staircase and the towers. There's

just a lot to it," Rayner told

OneRoof.

The price is by negotiation but

OneRoof reported it has hit the

market for sale with its sights set

on a buyer with about $6 million

to spend.

Metaxas told OneRoof in 2023

the project would end up costing

“in excess of $1 million” and that

replacement costs were around

$12m.

Bella Castello has five

bedrooms, five bathrooms,

multiple living areas, an internal

courtyard, a generous kitchen

and a formal dining room. It sits

on 4.31 ha.

It also has a two-bedroom,

two-bathroom apartment. The

1170sq m floor plan runs over

four levels from the wine cellar

in the basement to the top tower.

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The Worsleys Rd house has an RV of $1.23 million but has suffered from years of neglect.

One of the city’s most

dilapidated homes

A once grand home

overlooking Christchurch

is being sold "as is, where

is" after sitting derelict for

about 10 years.

The Worsleys Rd house

in Cracroft, which is

something of a landmark

in the suburb thanks to its

distinctive roofline, was

built about 50 years ago

but went downhill after the

owner died, OneRoof.co.nz

reported.

Harcourts listing

agent Matthew Loose

told OneRoof he sold a

neighbouring 4ha block of

land for the late owner's

family and is now selling

the remaining assets.

“It would have been

a very grand home, and

it probably would have

sat up pretty proud up

on the hill because there

wouldn’t have been much

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it’s had its day.”

The 4220sq m threebedroom

house property

has an RV of $1.23m and

will go up for auction on

June 11 at 11am.

All the furniture in the

house is being sold with

the property in its current

condition and state.

But almost every window

in the two-storey house is

either smashed or boarded

over with weeds and

graffiti covering the walls.

“It’s been vacant for quite

a while now. It is extremely

rundown,” Loose told

OneRoof.

“It’s certainly not for

the fainthearted. [Buyers]

would need to know what

they are doing for the

renovation.”

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He told OneRoof it was

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property, but expected it to

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Booze ban possible to cork students

BY DANIEL ALVEY

Problems with Lincoln University

students could see a liquor ban imposed

on the town.

Discussions are under way between

the Selwyn District Council, police and

the university to see if an alcohol-free

zone around the centre of Lincoln 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 throwing cans

Shaughn

McNabb

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 frequent the venue.

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 venue now restricts entry to over-

19s on Wednesdays, a move McNabb said

has helped reduce issues.

An alcohol ban may be on the cards for the centre of Lincoln.

“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,

whose store is across the road from the

Grouse, said students often purchase alcohol

while waiting for takeaway food from a

neighbouring fish and chip shop.

He supports an alcohol ban.

The university also backed the proposal.

“We are supportive in principle of a

potential alcohol-free 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.

Senior Constable Andy Williamson said

police support measures aimed at reducing

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.

District councillor Denise Carrick said a

ban could help reduce litter, including cans

and bottles, around Lincoln.

However, fellow district councillors

Aaron McGlinchy and Sarah Barnsley said

they would prefer to see more data before

supporting what they described as a “kneejerk”

response.

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zone around Canterbury University.

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Elizabeth isn’t the kind of 80-yearold

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“I’ve never wanted to stay at home

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That means walking. Up and down

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

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Antisocial behaviour

blamed parenting stress

› From Page 1

Hanham alleged the

condition of the property was

substandard and Kāinga Ora

acknowledged that some work

was required.

Hanham also told the

tribunal she has children with

additional needs and the stress

of parenting has contributed to

her behaviour.

“All parents face varying

levels of stress from time to

time, more so if the children

have special needs,” Morgan

said.

“In some instances, that stress

may excuse a one-off ‘outburst’

or incident of frustrated

behaviour.

“This case involved multiple

incidents of antisocial

behaviour and interference

with quiet enjoyment of the

neighbourhood. These cannot

be explained away or justified

by the stress of parenting.”

Massey University School

of Psychology head, Dr Kirsty

Ross, said parenting high-needs

children can be emotionally

exhausting and can lead to

nervous-system overload.

“From a psychological

perspective, parenting a

child with high emotional,

behavioural, sensory or

developmental needs places

parents under sustained stress.

“Over time, this can lead

to emotional dysregulation –

where the brain shifts out of

calm, problem-solving mode

and into a fight, flight or freeze

response.

“Once that happens, even

relatively small triggers can

provoke disproportionately

strong reactions.”

She said evidence-based

strategies like slowing

breathing, movement and

reducing noise where possible

can help de-escalate emotions.”

The tribunal decision said

there had been seven police

complaints regarding Hanham’s

antisocial behaviour.

Said Morgan: “I cannot

think of any context in which

a neighbourhood could

reasonably be expected to

tolerate or endure Ms Hanham’s

disruptions.”

A Kāinga Ora spokesperson

said the decision “sums up our

position” and did not wish to

comment further.

‘Mum is not a fan’

› 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 The Star 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.

"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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Cave Creek

safety reform

campaigner

dies at 80

The father of a Cave Creek victim

who campaigned extensively for

public safety reforms following

the disaster has died.

Harry Earl Pawsey, QSM passed

away peacefully on May 26.

The 80-year-old was a resident

at the Kevin Hickman Retirement

Village in Riccarton.

His wife Virginia Pawsey predeceased

him.

Their son, Kit

Pawsey, 17, was

one of 14 people

who tragically

died in the 1995

Cave Creek platform

collapse on

the West Coast.

Following the

disaster, Earl and Harry Pawsey

Virginia campaigned

extensively for public

safety reforms.

They successfully fought for

legal reviews that led to major

legislative changes, allowing

the public to hold government

departments accountable for

negligence and loss of life.

Their advocacy forced the

Department of Conservation to

completely overhaul how public

structures like huts, bridges, and

viewing platforms are monitored

and built.

A service for Pawsey will

be held tomorrow in the

Hawarden Hall.

Wrecked rickshaw spoils birthday

BY KEES CHALMERS

Jess Reid received an unwanted

birthday present last Saturday

night when her family’s

treasured rickshaw was

vandalised while parked on the

esplanade.

Reid was celebrating her 41st

birthday with husband Hamish

and six close friends around a

bonfire at Cave Rock.

The couple rode down to the

beach about 6.30pm and parked

it near The Beach Sumner.

When the group returned

about two hours later, they

found it badly damaged.

“I was absolutely gutted, I

was just so upset and I don’t

understand why someone

would do it,” Reid said.

“The fact that they’ve been

so intentionally aggro and systematically

destroyed each

component, it felt like a personal

attack.”

The vandals kicked in the

sides, ripped off and destroyed

the canopy, smashed the

lights and broke the steering

mechanism.

Reid and Hamish live in

the village with their three

children, Elsa, 11, Matilda, 10,

and Thorfinn, 8.

They bought the rickshaw

18 months ago and use it for

school drop-offs.

“It’s quite a unique thing and

the rickshaw is just a fun way

of getting around the village,

especially in summer when its

impossible to get a park,” she

said.

Thorfinn, Elsa and Matilda with Swizzle the dog enjoying an icecream on an outing to Redcliffs Dairy. Last Saturday night,

vandals kicked in the bike’s sides, destroyed the canopy, smashed the lights and broke the steering mechanism.

“I’m a bit of a

quirky person, I

like that it’s a bit

unusual. I love

that it makes

people smile and

it’s just a happy

interaction with

the community

when we’re out Jess Reid

and about.”

The damage has deeply upset

the children.

A security camera at The

Beach Sumner did not capture

the incident, and Reid has

reported it to police.

She believes a group of

teenagers on the beach at the

time may have been responsible.

They were reportedly burning

pallets taken from a nearby

construction site, and when two

of Reid’s friends approached

them they were met with abuse.

Reid said the group was also

throwing eggs at people.

The family first experienced

a rickshaw during a holiday in

England, where Hamish is from.

“The kids had been on a

rickshaw bicycle in the West

End of London, they’re really

pimped up with music and it

was hilarious. As a joke I said to

my husband that I want one for

Christmas,” Reid said.

Hamish later found one on

Facebook Marketplace in Te

Anau. The owner had imported

it from China to turn into a

mobile ice cream stall but never

followed through.

“It kind of felt like the stars

just randomly aligned because

I’ve never seen one or anyone

on one in New Zealand,” she

said.

Reid said the rickshaw is

irreplaceable and the family

hopes it can be repaired.

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‘I can’t help myself’ — renovator

Jack Lourie did not think he

would win the auction for a

quake-damaged mansion in

Merivale last year.

He was one of several buyers

who turned up to bid on the fourbedroom

architectural home,

which was being sold “as is,

where is”.

To his surprise, his bid of $1.37

million for the property at 17

McAllister Ave was unbeatable

on the day, the start of what

would be a huge one-year project,

OneRoof reported.

Lourie, Jaxx Property Acquisitions

director, blew his budget

and his schedule repairing and

upgrading the property.

It might all be worth it, though,

as he prepares to take the

revamped trophy home to auction

on June 18.

Lourie told OneRoof

why he took a punt on the

property: “I have done

over 400 ‘as is, where

is’ houses so I can’t help

myself when a good house

comes up.”

The property had been

damaged in the 2011

earthquake and was

uninsured, making it

only suitable for developers and

builders.

Lourie enlisted a team of external

contractors who spent a year

on the home.

“We had thought it might take

less than six months. It’s taken us

a year as it’s been such a massive

job to do it properly. At one point

there were up to 30 people on

site,” he told OneRoof.

Not only did it take twice as

long as he initially planned, but it

“We had thought it

might take less than six

months. It’s taken us a

year as it’s been such

a massive job to do it

properly.”

Jack Lourie

had probably cost twice as much,

he said.

Lourie’s team reclad the house,

hired prominent landscape

architecture firm Kamo Marsh

to do the gardens and reinstated

the large inground swimming

pool.

The interiors were

repainted, and a new

kitchen, new bathrooms

and new flooring were

installed. An extra 10 to

15sqm extension was also

added to the four-bedroom,

three-bathroom home.

Said Lourie: “People

can’t believe the change

Jack Lourie

and how the spaces

have improved. They love the

architecture.

“It has a very large ground

floor master bedroom so it might

suit boomers or downsizers

who appreciate great architecture

and a great location but still

want space for adult children and

grandchildren to stay.”

The house, which is listed

for sale with Harcourts agent

Cameron Bailey, has an RV of

$2.8m.

After buying a quake-damaged mansion for $1.37m, Jake Lourie and a small army of tradies spent a year carrying out

extensive renovations to restore the home to its former glory. The Merivale property will go to auction on June 18.

Quad bike victim

community leader

A devoted father who died

in a “tragic and unexpected”

quad bike accident is being

remembered as a respected

leader of New Zealand’s

Ni-Vanuatu community.

Richie George was the victim of

the fatal accident on a property

in Tai Tapu.

In a Givealittle tribute, family

friend Neka Florence said the

accident happened while George

was out bringing in cows for

milking.

Florence said the father of

three young children under

the age of 10 was “taken far too

soon”.

“This family is now facing an

unimaginable loss, while also

carrying the financial pressure

that comes with the sudden loss

of a loved one,” Florence said.

The page asked the community

to come together and help ease

Richie George was

killed on a quad bike

while bringing in cows

for milking.

some of the pressure put on his

family during this incredibly

difficult time.

George was also remembered

earlier this week in a social

media tribute by Vanuatu radio

programme Yumi Talem.

Yumi Talem described George

as more than just a brother and

friend.

“He was a pillar of strength

for the Vanuatu community,

especially across the South Island.

“He opened his home and heart

to countless Ni-Vans, making

everyone feel welcomed, safe,

and connected to home while

living far from Vanuatu,” Yumi

Talem wrote.

The post said George was the

first person to call in difficult

times for many RSE workers,

students, football players and

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LETTERS

Bold plans pitched to revitalise The Square

Readers share their ideas to

return Cathedral Square to its

former status as the vibrant

heart of the city

What to do with Cathedral

Square? Back to the past maybe?

Make it the common central

destination for buses again, it's

the heart of the performing arts

precinct.

With thousands of people

passing through all day, buses

will create a huge permanent

market for food businesses as

people wait for their delayed or

cancelled connecting bus.

Buskers are always welcome,

and public speakers can educate

us with discourses on all sorts of

odd subjects. The rebuilt cathedral

can host Christian rock

concerts, just as many other

churches do.

What then to do with Lichfield

St. Bus terminal?

Cover it with the granite

pavers purloined from The

Square and use it as a drop-off

and parking area for the new

stadium.

Other times, a weekend market

would fill the gap, leaving

our posh new museum and fine

Arts Centre culturally unsullied

by crude commercialism.

It could also be used by lesser

artists.

I’d not be disappointed to

see some public hangings done

there. Pictures only of course!

- Phillip Rex Robinson,

Waltham

What a wonderful idea to put

in a skating rink for the winter

months or even longer. A winter

wonderland with some great

lighting and music would attract

tourists and spectators.

I would love to see a range

of age groups using it children

learning to skate, teens racing or

dancing and adults showing their

skills.

- Genevieve Smith

Our Square could centre on

a grove of natives, eg tōtara,

kowhai and hebes. A proud

Aotearoa stand of sun, shade,

bird life/song and shelter for all

peoples to meet at a pleasant,

vibrant, colourful city centre.

• Beautiful street art panels

depicting our special local sites

• Local musicians, buskers,

creative artists performing

occasionally

• Seating to have colourful

umbrella sun shades, chess /

games board sets

• And summer icecream

caravans

What $15 million could have

gone to!

- Linda MacIntyre

I endorse the suggestion of

an ice-skating rink, however it

needs much more than that – a

worldwide attraction that will

appeal to people of all ages and

even school parties.

A Madame Tussaud

exhibition of New Zealanders

only and include the likes of

Māori chiefs and Māoridom,

Chinese gold miners, the list is

never ending . Where could it

be located? Maybe the old Post

Office building.

A speakers corner, outdoor

chess board and some green

grass (artificial) could complete

my vista.

- Max Percy, Northwood

I’d love to see more green

space in the square. There is too

much concrete.

- Elesha Ennis

Make the cathedral safe and

keep it as tourist attraction

and a reminder of the power of

earthquakes.

Also, complete the old Post

Office and let the spaces for

hospitality and other retail.

Then develop the open space

as green space where people

can sit and relax with maybe

some recreational features.

Limit vehicle access to trams,

buses and delivery vehicles.

- Graham Anderson

The Square really needs

some evergreen native trees,

as it looks sad and depressed

especially in the winter months

with its stark leafless trees.

Hanging baskets of colourful

flowers – even around the

currently sad cathedral would

brighten it up.

A small raised platform for

buskers at no charge. Not just

music, but poetry readings,

debates and any orators.

- Suzanne Cameron

Finn McLeod

Another great article by

award winning Star reporter

Sam Coughlan (May 28).

It was a great interview/

article on promising young Canterbury

and NZ under 20 rugby

player, Finn McLeod.

I think he is destined to have

a great career. As the article

says Finn is the grandson of

playing and coaching great,

the late Alex ‘Grizz’ Wyllie. He

plays in the same position as

well.

It is fantastic he is learning a

lot off current Crusaders player

Ethan Blackadder. Ethan is a

wonderful loose forward.

- Graham Paterson, Redwood

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WORLD CUP The Star, June 4, 2026 | 15

New Zealand’s road to the

world stage of football

New Zealand football fans are daring

to dream again.

After years of near-misses, heartache

and hard-fought qualifying matches, the

All Whites have earned themselves a

spot in the World Cup for the first time

since 2010 and now it’s officially time for

football fans to get excited.

For supporters, it’s been a long time

coming and it marks the continuation of

a proud history in the competition that

stretches back to 1982 and now sees a

new generation determined to leave its

mark on the international stage.

The journey to qualification

showcased some real growth and

depth from the All Whites. Through

the combination of experienced

internationals and newer emerging

talent, the side delivered impressive

performances, attacking flair and the

Did you know?

Did you know? Not only

did the All White remain

unbeaten in 2010, but they

also finished the group

above reigning champions

Italy.

sort of resilience that Kiwi teams are

known for.

The All Whites have qualified into

Group G, which means they’ll be facing

Iran, Egypt and Belgium, and because

the tournament is being held in the

US, the match times make it easy for

supporters to tune in, with kick-off

starting at 1pm for the All White’s first

two games, and 3pm for the third.

Of course, we all know that Kiwis are

typically better with a rugby ball than a

football, but let’s face it, New Zealand is

a country that’s always punched above

its weight when it comes to sport, so why

not football, too?

Because this time around, things feel

different.

There’s experience throughout the

squad, with players arriving from

some of the world’s strongest football

Did you know?

Did you know? Türkiye’s

Hakan Sukur scored against

Japan in just 11 seconds in

2002, making him the fastest

goalscorer in World Cup

history.

leagues, not to mention five players

from the new A-League champions,

Auckland FC. Players like Chris Wood

and Tyler Bindon have helped build the

international profile of New Zealand

football, while there’s also plenty of

emerging talent coming up through New

Zealand’s professional pathways.

Plus, let’s not forget, although the

All Whites were eliminated during

the group stages during the 2010

competition, they actually didn’t

lose a single game and were the only

undefeated team in the tournament.

The popularity of football is on the

grow in New Zealand, and you don’t

need to be a diehard fan to get involved,

that’s part of the beauty of major

international tournaments: everyone

Did you know?

Photo: Getty Images

can gather around and throw their

support behind the team.

And, if history has shown anything,

it’s that our teams play best when they

have the whole country backing them,

so make sure you tune in for kick off on

Monday, 15 June to see the All Whites.

take on Iran and dare to dream.

Did you know?

Did you know? Brazil is the

most successful World Cup

nation with five wins and

more than 230 goals scored.

Did you know?

Did you know? All White’s

captain Chris Wood is

New Zealand’s record goal

scorer with 45 goals in 88

appearances. Let’s hope

he can add to that number

in June.

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Official opening of The Sign of the Kiwi

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Summit Road.

The Summit Road Scenic Reserves Board was established in 1909 to support

Ell’s plan for a scenic route with rest houses providing shelter and amenities for

visitors exploring the hills.

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of the Packhorse and Sign of the Bellbird, the building reflects Arts and Crafts

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Between 1920 and 1926, Harry Ell and his wife Ada lived on site, with Ada

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tollgate’s removal by the Heathcote County Council.

The building closed during World War 2 and later became a custodian’s

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building in 1989, with efforts to return it to Seager’s original design and function

as a tearoom.

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before reopening in 2017 as a café and visitor centre.

Left: Originally, the Sign of the Kiwi operated as a tea room, hostel and toll house. Centre: The Summit Rd toll gate was eventually

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sword, symbolising the biblical vision of peace from Isaiah 2:4.

Citizens’ War Memorial unveiled

The Citizens' War Memorial in Cathedral Square was unveiled on June 9, 1937,

marking the culmination of a 17-year campaign led by businessman George

Gould. First proposed in 1920 as an alternative to the Bridge of Remembrance,

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beside Christchurch Cathedral in 1933.

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Lea Newman is a three-time national champion in the women’s 51kg division and has been selected for

the Youth Olympic Games.

Funding challenge

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Welcoming patients and whānau

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There are also welcoming spaces for

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This new facility has been made

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For many, Nurse Maude’s care is

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BY GEOFF SLOAN

Boxer Lea Newman is aiming to follow

in the footsteps of a Kiwi heavyweight

champion after being selected to

represent New Zealand at October’s

Youth Olympic Games in Senegal.

The promising 17-year-old has earned

selection for the biggest event of her

career, joining a pathway previously

travelled by Joseph Parker.

One of three New Zealand boxers to

have competed at the Youth Olympic

Games, Parker won a silver medal at

the 2010 inaugural event in Singapore

before going on to become a WBO heavyweight

world champion.

The Youth Olympic Games is an

International Olympic Committee

event for elite athletes aged 15 to 18,

showcasing the next generation of

sporting talent.

But getting there will not be easy, with

Newman needing to raise $16,000 for the

trip, with a Givealittle page launched to

support her campaign.

Her father, Adam Newman, said Lea

was thrilled to be selected.

Alongside New Plymouth boxer

Huriwaka Dean, she was one of just

two New Zealand boxers chosen for the

Games.

“We're still a little bit shocked, I don't

think it’s really sunk in yet,” he said.

The New Brighton teenager competes

in the women’s 51kg division and is

already a three-time national champion.

She earned selection following a

strong performance at the U19 Futures

Cup in Thailand in March, a key

qualification event for the Games.

Boxing New Zealand president

Josh Wharehinga said Newman had

earned her place through consistent

performances and dedication.

“Boxing NZ is incredibly proud of Lea

for consistently performing at a high

level and showing the dedication in

training that has put them in a strong

Former WBO world heavyweight champion Joseph

Parker competed at the 2010 Youth Olympic Games,

bringing home a silver medal.

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position for selection,” Wharehinga said.

Adam Newman said boxing in New

Zealand was largely self-funded.

While the family had received grants

from local organisations, he said they

covered only a portion of the total cost.

The expense of competition, mandatory

training camps and the rising cost

of living had placed significant financial

pressure on the family.

“The good thing is it’s called Givealittle,

not give a lot.”

Newman joined Smiling Tigers Gym in

Wainoni at nine, under the guidance of

head coach Mark Fuller.

“It’s massive for the sport in the South

Island,” Fuller said.

“Most of the talent comes out of the

North Island because of the numbers, so

anybody from the South Island getting

through to this level is a pretty big thing.

“I hope people get behind it and support

them. Any donation helps,” he said.

Before heading to Senegal, Newman is

targeting another strong performance

at August’s International Golden Gloves

tournament in Brisbane.

• To donate towards Lea’s Youth Olympics

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French connection brings elite

experience to Sumner front row

BY KEES CHALMERS

Sumner’s front row has been

bolstered this season under the

guidance of former Top 14 prop

Clément Castets.

Now the 2021 European champion

is set to make his on-field

debut for the club against Lincoln

University on Saturday – his

first game in 10 months.

“I can hopefully help the boys

out a little bit, but I’ll mostly

enjoy being on the field and having

a good run,” he said.

Castets, 30, arrived in Christchurch

with an impressive CV,

having spent nine seasons in

France’s Top 14, where he won

domestic titles in 2019 and 2021

and lifted the Champions Cup

with Toulouse in 2021.

He came off the bench in Toulouse’s

22-17 final win over La

Rochelle, sharing a squad with

stars including Antoine Dupont,

Romain Ntamack and Cheslin

Kolbe.

But the demands of life at the

top level eventually caught up

with him.

“It felt like every game was

win or die. When you’re playing

30 games a season, you feel

exhausted,” he said.

“You win it all, you celebrate a

little bit, and not even a month

later you’re back in pre-season.

While it was some of the best

years of my life, it was also very

exhausting.”

“I felt like I had seen it all in

France. I was already a bit tired

mentally and I needed a big

change.”

His move to New Zealand

came after a series of shoulder

injuries disrupted the final

stages of his time in France.

He suffered his third dislocation

while preparing for round

one of last year’s NPC season

with Manawatū, having previously

picked up two more

during his spell at Stade Français

in Paris.

“That’s when I took a big

break. I was both mentally and

physically exhausted from years

in the Top 14,” he said.

Toulouse props Castets and Charlie Faumuina combine to tackle Lyon flanker

Liam Gill during a Top 14 match in 2019.

Clément Castets playing for Stade Français against Munster during a Champions Cup match.

“I’ve had time to develop

myself a lot. I find myself

to be changed as a person

and hopefully that will

show itself on the field.”

Clément Castets

Castets spent the summer

travelling New Zealand with his

partner Pauline Faucher and

extended family while considering

his next step in the game.

“Being in New Zealand, one of

the most beautiful countries in

the world, it was the right time

to have a big rest and come back

as fit as I could,” he said.

The couple eventually settled

in Christchurch. After Castets

posted online looking for work,

Sumner head coach Gareth

D’Almeida made contact and

invited him to the club.

“When he took me out to Sumner,

I just fell in love with the

place and I thought I would have

a crack in this part of Christchurch,”

Castets said.

He worked as a barista for a

few months, but has been committed

to rehabbing his shoulder

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full time since March.

His connection with the club

deepened during rehabilitation,

after he suffered a fourth

shoulder dislocation during

a CrossFit session with his

brother Guillaume, requiring

reconstruction surgery in

January.

“I didn’t know if I was going to

keep playing or not but I thought,

if I’m going to have surgery and

do all the rehab, I might as well

have the treat at the end,” he said.

While recovering, he began

helping at Sumner, running

scrum sessions with the premier

side and players across the wider

club.

“There’s heaps of young talented

boys out there. I tried to

give them as much as possible,

but I have to say I’m the one who

grew a lot,” he said.

One of the biggest influences

on Castets’ career has been

former All Blacks prop Charlie

Faumuina, whom he played

alongside at Toulouse from

2017-2021.

Faumuina helped shape his

understanding of the small

details that define professional

rugby – clean-out technique,

lineout lifting precision, and the

importance of extra work once

training finishes.

It is the same standard Castets

is now trying to pass on at

Sumner.

“The boys were saying, ‘Clem,

you should get a business

going’, but that’s not the way I

want to do it. I just want to pass

on knowledge,” he said.

Castets has also worked

alongside Scott Robertson, who

guided the Crusaders to seven

Super Rugby titles and regularly

assists with Sumner’s premier

reserve side, captained by his

son Cass.

“I will always try and have a

look at what he’s doing, the way

he’s doing it, how he’s talking,”

he said.

“What a privilege to be able to

work alongside him.”

While the last five months of

rehab have been tough, Castets

believes the experience has

helped him grow.

“I’ve had time to develop

myself a lot. I find myself to be

changed as a person and hopefully

that will show itself on the

field,” he said.

“The shoulder is 100% all

good and now I’m just eager to

get out on to the field and enjoy

myself with the boys.”

Away from rugby, he has a

degree in paediatrics and a

strong passion for sustainable

living.

“I have a lot of empathy, I

have a strong connection to

nature and that’s why I’m trying

to preserve it,” he said.

• Club sport, page 25

Castets scores a try during a European

Champions Cup match against

Munster in 2024.

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SPORT The Star, June 4, 2026 | 25

Panthers on

the prowl

after first win

BY KEES CHALMERS

“Never write the Panthers off.”

That is the warning from

stand-in Hornby coach Brendon

Rosie after his side secured their

first win of the CRL Premiership

season, beating sixth-placed

Papanui Tigers 40-16 on

Saturday.

Currently sitting at the

bottom of the table, the

Panthers lost their first

five games of the season.

Hornby are historically

the most successful rugby

league club in Canterbury,

having won a record 17

Pat Smith trophies and

most recently clinched the

title in 2024.

The Panthers now face thirdplaced

Riccarton Knights as they

look to build momentum and

keep their finals hopes alive.

Riccarton will be eager to

bounce back after a 36-4 loss

to the Greymouth Greyhounds

on Saturday. They will also take

confidence from their earlier

meeting with Hornby, which

they won 44-4.

Rosie said his side’s middle

forwards will need to stand up

Brendon Rosie

against one of Riccarton’s biggest

strengths.

“We just need to get through

two really good sessions, make

sure our match fitness is up

to scratch and our plays and

execution need to be bang on,”

he said.

Regular coach Archie Jacobs

was away on representative

duties over the

weekend, coaching Te

Toka Tū o Waitaha under

16s at the Māori Rugby

League Rangatahi Tama

Tournament, leaving

Rosie in charge.

“It’s no secret we’ve

had a bit of a tough

year as we go through a

rebuilding phase, but it

was pretty cool to get that win

and prove to the young team

that we can do it and be competitive,”

Rosie said.

“It was pretty relieving to get

the monkey off the back.”

Rosie said the Panthers are

on their way to being officially

‘back’.

“We’re quietly confident we

can put a cat among the pigeons

and definitely get some wins

coming in the second round.

Hornby Panthers wing Blake English burts through the Papanui Tigers defence.

“Our goal is to make the top

four, which it always has to be.”

With the competition entering

its second round and every

team having played each other

once, the Panthers have six

games left to keep their finals

hopes alive.

Rosie believes the premiership

is wide open, aside from the

competition’s two “juggernauts”

– the Eastern Eagles and

Linwood Keas.

The Panthers were mercyruled

in consecutive weeks

against those sides. Their

match against Eastern was

called in the 58th minute with

CRL PREMIERSHIP POINTS

Linwood 14; Eastern 10; Riccarton 8;

Halswell 8; Greymouth 6; Papanui 6;

Hornby 4

the Eagles leading 60-0, while

the following week Linwood

held a 64-4 lead when play was

stopped in the 63rd minute.

Rosie was pleased with the

way his players responded to

those heavy defeats.

Their win over the Tigers

followed what he described as

their best training week of the

season.

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“We had them dialled in pretty

well and you can’t beat having a

win at Panther Park.”

Standout performers included

starting prop Heath Heather

and returning middle forward

Kyan Rosie, whose strong carries

laid the platform for the outside

backs to score points.

Rosie also said young halfback

Quaiden Westland controlled

the tempo of the game and got

his team into good positions.

In Saturday’s other match, Linwood

beat Eastern 30-10.

This weekend, the Greyhounds

host the Halswell Hornets, while

the Eagles take on the Tigers.

Around the grounds

METRO PREMIER RUGBY

Round 8 (Sat)

• Old Boys’ v Burnside, Bob Deans Field,

2.45pm

• Christchurch v Marist Albion,

Christchurch Park, 2pm

• New Brighton v Sydenham, Rawhiti

Domain, 2pm

• Lincoln University v Sumner, Lincoln

University, 2pm

• Shirley v Belfast, Burwood Park, 2pm

• Canterbury University v Linwood, Ilam

Fields, 2pm

Points

Canterbury Uni 32; Lincoln Uni 30;

Linwood 28; Marist Albion 27; New

Brighton 25; Burnside 20; HSOB 20;

Sydenham 16; Christchurch 13; Belfast

12; Sumner 12; Shirley 0

SCHOOLBOY RUGBY

Round 6

Shirley BHS 14 St Bede’s 44

Nelson College 12 Southland BHS 44

St Thomas 28 Otago BHS 31

Marlborough BC 33 Kings HS 35

Christchurch BHS 55 Christ’s College 26

St Andrew’s 34 Timaru BHS 17

Round 5

Christchurch BHS 29 St Andrew’s 29

Christ’s College 34 Timaru BHS 41

St Thomas 24 Shirley BHS 31

St Bede’s 7 Southland BHS 34

Marlborough BC 47 Otago BHS 43

Nelson College 42 Kings HS 24

* No games this week

South Island points

Southland 27; Christchurch BHS

25; Otago BHS 17; Timaru BHS 16;

Marlborough BC 16; St Thomas 15; St

Bede’s 14; Shirley BHS 14; King’s HS 13;

Christ’s College 10; Nelson College 10

Miles Toyota Premiership points

St Bede’s 19; Christchurch BHS 16;

St Andrew’s 13; Shirley BHS 10;

Marlborough BHS 8; St Thomas 8;

Timaru BHS 6; Nelson 5; Christ’s 3

SOUTHERN LEAGUE

Round 10

• Nomads United v Northern, Tulett

Park, Saturday, noon

• Dunedin City Royals v Christchurch

United, Tahuna Park, Saturday,

12.45pm

• Ferrymead Bays v Wānaka,

Ferrymead Park, Saturday, 2.45pm

• Selwyn United v Cashmere Technical,

Foster Park, Saturday, 3pm

• Coastal Spirit v Nelson Suburbs,

Linfield Park, Sunday, 2pm

Points

Cash Tech 27; F’mead 22; Coastal 16;

Nomads 16; Northern 13; Nelson 9;

Christchurch 8; Dunedin 7; Selwyn 7;

Wānaka 6

PREMIER NETBALL PREMIER 1

Round 7 (Netball Sports Centre, Mon)

• Lincoln University B v Kereru B,

6.30pm

•St Nicholas v Lincoln University A,

6.30pm

• Saints v Technical, 8.05pm

• Belfast v Kereru A, 8.05pm

Points

Lincoln University A 21; Kereru A 21;

Technical 20; Saints 17; Kereru B 8;

St Nicholas 8; Lincoln University B 7;

Belfast 0

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MOTORING The Star, June 4, 2026 | 27

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Motoring with Bob Nettleton

Big, bold and better, Hyundai’s

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Those qualities matter for

a vehicle targeting the North

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The latest Palisade arrives

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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

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conversions • Expertise:

Bathrooms,

decks,

TRADES & SERVICES

CHIM Chim Chimney

Sweeps - We'll sweep

your logburner's flue,

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

fencing & balustrades

windows, windowsills BRICK & BLOCK All maintenance &

etc. John Sandford, Ph

building work. Quality

329 4616, mob 027 518

LAYER / TILER

local service. Call Ben:

9598

25 + years experience, 027 405 6492

Retrofit wall & ceiling

johnsandford2@gmail.c LBP, all aspects covered.

insulation For older

om

homes - warmer, drier,

For the best results

healthier, quieter, energy

ARBORIST qualified. phone Devon

BUILDING AND property

efficient living with

Copper Beech Tree 021 375 888

maintenance. No job too

small. 40 years minimal disruption &

Services. Tree removal,

experience. Ph 027 497 CodeMark-certified

pruning, height BUILDER New builds, 8322. david.cartwright@ installation Ph Insulmax

reduction, hedge alterations, decks, xtra.co.nz

027-260-2307,

trimming, shaping, tree fencing. 30 years in the

insulmax.co.nz

planting, firewood. Free trade has given me

quote. Contact Angus ability to build to a high

027 259 6741. standard. Free quotes. TRADES & SERVICES COMPUTERS - TVs -

copperbeechtreeservice Ph Brent 027 241 7471.

CCTV Computer -

s@gmail.com

Repairs, Sales, Virus

BUILDER - Qualified, 50

Removal, Internet. TV -

BENNET & SONS yrs exp. Bathrooms, BUILDING Stereo installs, Setup.

Qualified & licenced Kitchens, Renovations,

CCTV - 35 yrs exp. Ph

builders. New homes, Repairs & Extensions. New or Renovations Paul 027 405 3888

villa restoration, Free quotes. Discount Qualified LBP

extensions, decks, for pensioners. Ph Mike Free quote

weatherboard repairs,

EDWARDS TREE Service,

03 980 9771 or 027 Ph 027 224 2831

T&G flooring. Phone

phone 021 0220 8323.

2266 930

Sam 027 496 9362 or

Tree removal, Pruning,

sambennet@live.com

CANTERBURY FOAM Shaping, Hedge

BUILDER - CONCRETE Stop rising Trimming, Land clearing

BLOCKED DRAINS Drain

damp at the source, seal and Tree felling.

Clearance, CCTV LICENSED

the ground under your edwardstreeservice03@

Inspections, Remedy & Available for wooden floor home. gmail.com

Repair. CDDL Services alterations, additions, Free consultation and

Ltd. Ph: 0800 487 453 repairs, decks, quote

service. ELECTRICIAN A prompt

bathroom alterations, Canterbury Foam & reliable registered

aluminium window & Concrete 03 376 4608 electrician with 32 years

TRADES & SERVICES

door replacements.

experience for all

Free quotes. Over 30

years in industry. CARPET LAYING Exp. residential and

BRICK & BLOCK LAYING Prompt, reliable, Repairs, uplifting, commercial work, new

All restoration work and quality workmanship. relaying, restretching. housing and switch

new work plus

Phone John on 0800 board replacements.

Ph Ian on

foundations. Ph 342

003 181, 027 240 7416 Phone Chris 027 516

021 350 509.

9340 or 021 853 033.

jflattery@xtra.co.nz 0669

TRADES & SERVICES

GARDENER

AVAILABLE

for weeding, pruning,

regular garden

maintenance, rubbish

removed. Experienced

& qualified.

Ph Richard

0274 918 234

HOME SERVICE

Artificial Grass Laying,

Kitset Assembly, All

general property repair &

maintenance, Painting.

Phone George 021 053

8655

House & Garden

Property services Ltd

Tree & hedge trimming

Gardening

Landscaping

Gutter cleaning

All aspects of

property maintenance

CALL us 03 260 4499

INDEPENDENT

CALL us 021 405 277

CARPETS - Huge

selection of quality

carpets at unbeatable

prices to suit every

home. Expert advice.

Visit us today! Call now

03 388-6643 or 027 827

3360

TRADES & SERVICES

INSECT SCREENS,

BLINDS AND SECURITY

DOORS

Custom made security

doors, also flyscreen

windows and doors, and

stylish blinds. Quality

you can trust. We also

repair existing Screens

and doors etc.

Canterbury Blinds and

Screens. Ph 03 3589237

for a free quote.

JCM DIRECT TYRES

provides quality tyres,

both new and used,

expert fitting, and fast,

reliable service. Trusted

to ensure your vehicle’s

safety and performance

with reliable products

and professional care.

8c Birmingham Drive -

call 03 343-0099

LANDSCAPING Paving,

Lawns, Irrigation,

Decking, Fencing. Kanga

& small digger services.

Check out Squire

Landscaping on

Facebook. FREE

QUOTES. Ph Arthur 347-

8796, 027 220-7014

Edwin 027 220-7154

MOSS & LICHEN

waterblasting removal

Ph 021 405 277

LAWN MOWING Tom's

Mowing - cutting the

east side of

Christchurch. Ph 021

120 1069

Services:

• Lighting

• Data & AV

• Power

MR SING Tyre and Auto

Services: Repairs, WOF,

tyres, auto electrical.

Reliable, affordable,

community focused

care. Ph 0800 131 300,

342 Lincoln Road,

Addington.

• Repairs

• Ventilation

• Renovations

PAINTING Interior /

Exterior, Roofs, Decks,

Fences. For a

competitive quote ph

John 0272 242 831

PAINTING

Indoor / Outdoor, over

30 yrs exp, same day

quotes, ph Steve 021

255 7968

PAINTING Exterior

experts. Roof painting.

Ph Paul 022 191 7877

www.swedekiwipainting.

co.nz

PLUMBER Highly

experienced Plumber.

Exceptional service.

Ready to help with all

your plumbing needs.

Call today! MJ Plumbing

Ltd 021 109 2397

H2O SOLUTIONS

Renovations, New

Houses, Hot Water

Cylinders, Kitchens,

Bathroom Upgrades,

Laundries, General

Maintenance, Water

Filters. Phone Mark 027

869 0026

PLUMBER Do you need

a reliable plumber?

Quality and timely

services. No job too big

or small. Phone V

Plumbing Ltd. 022 351

4125

PREMIUM TYRES offers

top-quality new and

used tyres, wheel

alignments, vehicle

servicing, WOF's & Oil

changes. Trusted for

reliability, affordability,

and fast service across

Christchurch, 222

Linwood Ave, PH 380-

5020

RE-ROOFING

Roof repairs, painting &

maintenance. We've got

all your roofing needs

covered. Ph John 027

224 2831.

ROOFING AND GUTTER

REPAIRS 25yrs

experience. Licensed

Practitioner. Ph: CANdo

Roof n' Gutter 027 237

9431

Licensed & Registered

Electrician

• New Builds

• CCTV &

Alarms

027 752 4700

dominic@plainselectrical.co.nz

www.plainselectrical.co.nz

PLUMBER Friendly,

certified local expert in SHINE PRESSURE

plumbing, gas & washing services.

drainage. Guaranteed Concrete driveways,

top-quality work. Call paved areas, wheelie

Waterloo Plumbing 022 bins. Servicing

630 7639

Christchurch. Contact

Will 021 140 0977 or

Anthony 022 546 1394

for a free quote.

TRADES & SERVICES

TRADES & SERVICES

TRADES & SERVICES

TRADES & SERVICES

ROOF

PAINTING

Competitive rates

Rope n Harness

certified

39 yrs experience

Owner operator

Exterior - Interior

Painting

Phone Mason on

021 233 0378

Email:

mason.wairau@

gmail.com

Website:

masonwairau.com

SPOUTING CLEANING

Spouting unblocked,

cleaned out & flushed

out. Call Greg 03 384

2661 or 027 616 0331.

Have you got

rubbish or

a garden

that you want

tidied up?

MSD (WINZ)

Supplier Approved

Phone

0800 473 563

Email

hlschch@gmail.com

STUMP GRINDING &

small tree removal. Tony

0275 588 895

TILING

Floor & walls.

Kitchen & splashback

specialist.

No job too small.

35 yrs exp.

Free quotes

Ph 0274 833 887

So

GOOD!

Still

FREE

It’s

FANTASTIC!

Thanks to the

support of our

advertisers

PH 379 7100

www.star.kiwi

TEAM TURF

For all your artificial turf

requirements.

Residential or

commercial.

teamturf.co.nz

Christchurch installers.

Grow Landscape

021 034 5504

TREE SERVICES

Pensioner discounts.

Tree & hedge reduction.

Professional advice.

Stump grinding and

branches chipped. Txt or

ring Andrew on 027 20

44 949.

TREE SERVICES

Specialist tree pruning &

shaping. Also hedge

trimming and garden

tidy-ups. Ph Hugh, "The

Little Green Groomer"

021 275 5445

COUNTRY TOUCH

WINDOW

CLEANING

Honest, Reliable

Professional Operator

We cover all of

Chch plus Lincoln,

Prebbleton areas.

Regular window

cleaning or one off

cleans our specialty

Ph or Text

022 068 9009

Window Cleaning

Specialists

BOOKS

BOOKS, STATIONERY

cards, gifts - Paper Plus

New Brighton has it all.

Friendly local team,

great prices, supporting

this community. 72

Brighton Mall, New

Brighton. Phone 03 388

1809

ENTERTAINMENT

DELICIOUS all you can

eat buffet at Valentines

Hornby - Fresh seafood,

roasts, desserts and

great service for the

whole family! 7/11

Chalmers Street Hornby

- PH 0800 VAL BUFFET

FARMING NOTICES

FRENCH BULLDOG

Puppies: Registered

Purebred Breeder MDBA;

health and DNA checked

and microchipped. — For

viewings 021-325-632.

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

TRADES & SERVICES

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

direct

cremation

$2,200 GSt inclusive

(includes committal)

0800 27 28 29

www.mainland

crematorium.co.nz

No

Service

Cremation

$2,495

Phone 0800 804 663 - 24 Hour Availability

Email: info@justfunerals.co.nz

christchurch.justfunerals.co.nz

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FOR SALE

PUBLIC NOTICES

SITUATIONS VACANT

SITUATIONS VACANT

FRESH ON KENDAL

Affordable fresh fruit

and vegetables,

condiments, dairy,

breads & gifts for all

occasions - 70 Kendal

Ave, Burnside

New Zealand Bed

Company - NZ's leading

mattress experts since

1986. 1M+ happy

customers, 4.9 stars.

Best price guaranteed,

10-year warranty & free

delivery. Shop 21 stores

or visit nzbeds.co.nz Ph

03 365-1319

GARDEN SUPPLIES

A THICK LAYER OF

BARK keeps the

moisture in, the weeds

out & looks great in your

garden beds. I will

deliver and lay it for you.

Call Hugh "The Little

Green Groomer" 021 275

5445

HEALTH & BEAUTY

MASSAGE, Asian male,

30s, male to male

massage, older men

welcome. Text / phone

021 0270 7228.

Clearer hearing starts

here: hearing checks,

hearing aids, and ear

wax removal all in one

place. Call our team at

Hear Again on 03 974

1658 to book an

appointment

FEET FIRST PODIATRY

provides expert foot

care,

offering

personalised treatments

for pain relief, injury

recovery, overall foot

and lower limb wellness.

Unit 2B, 355 Riccarton

Road. Ph 03 348-7910

www.feetfirst.co.nz

HEALTH Boost your

wellbeing at Marshall’s

Health & Natural

Therapy. Quality health

supplements, herbal

dispensary, natural

skincare, and expert

naturopathic advice.

Visit us today for a

healthier, happier you!

Marshalls Health &

Natural Therapy. 101

Seaview Road, New

Brighton. Ph 03 388

5757. Shop instore or

online:

www.marshallshealthsh

op.co.nz

MOBILE Toe Nail Cutting

Service by Registered

Nurse. $50. Phone 022

281 6647

PERSONAL

FRIENDSHIP/

COMPANIONSHIP

There’s no need to spend

another day alone.

Our experienced

matchmakers can introduce

you to a genuine partner.

Enjoy real, face-to-face

introductions, carefully arranged

to help you meet the

right partner sooner.

Speak with one of our

friendly matchmakers today.

0800-446-332.

WANTED

7”, 45’s, singles, eps

records wanted, any

amount top prices paid.

Pennylane Records, 430

Colombo Street,

Sydenham, ring Dave

021 222 6144, 7 days

A+ ALL whiteware

wanted. Same day

service, cash paid for

freezers, fridges,

washing machines,

ovens. Also buying

furniture & h/hold

effects. Anything

considered. Ph Dave

027 66 22 116

CHRISTCHURCH

BASED

CANTERBURY

AMATEUR

WINEMAKERS

Join now and improve

your winemaking skills

in a friendly

environment. Phone

Bruce 021 128 9069 or

Judy 022 281 6647

STAMP AND

POSTCARD FAIR

The Philatelic Centre

67 Mandeville Street,

Riccarton

Saturday 6th June

9am-12pm

Buying and Selling

Phone 027 635 4957

SATURDAY

20TH JUNE

10am - 3pm

Great selection.

St Johns Woolston

Corner Ferry Road &

St Johns

This is fundraising to

repair vandalized

leadlight windows.

WEDDING CELEBRANT

NZCA. Your special day

your way. Established.

Call Angela 021 077

1218.

WANTED

A1 ALBUMS, old photos,

postcards, coins, gold,

bank notes, badges,

medals, jewellery,

watches, china, crystal,

books, furs, vintage

clothing, paintings,

furniture, estates &

downsizing. Etcetera

Antiques, 194 Edgeware

Rd, 385 5117.

ALL JAZZ Records

wanted: Kiwi and

overseas artists, Blue

Note, Prestige, Riverside,

ECM, Verve, Impulse,

CTI, Milestone etc; top

prices paid for good

titles. — Please phone

Dave 021-222-6144,


days.

ALWAYS BUYING

Gold, Sterling, Good

China, Royal Albert,

Antiques & Retro.

Estate, downsizing

specialists. In-home

appraisal. Obligation

free. Great Prices.

Free Appraisal.

Call Rob

027 299 7232

academyantiques.co.nz

CASH PAID

for jars of old coins and

bank notes, also old

silver bars. Ph Carlos

0275 296 560.

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

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

WANTED

GOLD WANTED

CASH PAID. Top prices.

The Pawnshop - 396

Blenheim Rd, 121

Riccarton Rd, 77 Ferry

Rd, 7 days.

LIBRARY RECORDS

WANTED KPM, Bruton ,

De Wolfe etc, Pennylane


St, Sydenham, 7 days

MILITARIA Any country,

swords and helmets,

uniforms, badges,

medals, memorabilia,

CDs PRESSED IN

WW2 or earlier, Ph 021

JAPAN WANTED

035 0882


Colombo St, Sydenham, OLD TOYS, Models &

7 days

Trains. Tri-ang, FunHo

Matchbox, Dinky,

DVDs AND CASSETTE Hornby, Meccano,

tapes

wanted, Marklin, Corgi etc. Ph

Pennylane Records, 430 027 604 1816

Colombo Street, toymodelcollectors.co.n

Sydenham, 7 days z

WANTED

PENNYLANE RECORDS

always buying records.

Excellent prices paid.

430 Colombo Street,

Sydenham, 366 3278,

open 7 days

WANTED

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.

STERLING

SILVER

& GOLD

Wanted, from

single items

to entire

collections,

please phone

0800 428 937

or 0274 327 514

WANTED TO BUY -

ENGLISH STAMPS -

Mint - Decimal. Soon

most will have no value

for postage. Also buy

NZ MINT. Call Tony on

0274 321 297

WANTED

WANTED OLIVER

LINDSAY-SCHMITT -

Graffenstadden - will pay

$500. Pennylane


Street, Sydenham, 7

days or 021 222 6144

Dave

Want to

make an

impact in

the South?

Press Printer – Night Shift

Location: Dunedin

Full-time Permanent

About us:

Allied Press now trading as Allied Media, has been at the heart of New

Zealand’s media landscape for 165 years. Our mission is to empower and

connect the South. Championing the people, businesses, and ideas that

shape our island.

Our Values

Creative – We encourage innovation

Collaborative – We work together

Accountable – We own our actions

About the role

Reporting to the Night Print Supervisor, the primary objective of this role

is to ensure that the manufacturing process at Otago Daily Times Print

runs efficiently and meets established standards. You should be capable

of working independently, be dependable, and demonstrate a strong

motivation to contribute. Your responsibilities will include upholding

high-quality print standards, assisting with machine setup and operation,

as well as maintaining the printing equipment. This position requires

working night shifts from Sunday to Friday, with shifts commencing at

9:30 PM.

As recipients of five gold medals in the Publications category at The

Pride in Print Awards, join us Otago Daily Times print and be part of our

dedication to excellence in printing.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Print Trade qualification or proven experience in the industry.

• Experience working on Web Offset Presses would be an advantage.

• Dedicated to your craft and always strive for excellence.

• Able to work under pressure.

We offer:

• Access to Southern Cross Medical Insurance.

• Night shift role, Sunday to Friday 8-hour shift.

• Relocation assistance would be considered.

• Night shift allowance

• Annual Health Monitoring checks.

• The opportunity to be part of an award-winning print team.

More about Allied Media:

As the country’s largest independent media company, we deliver trusted

local journalism and engaging content across 24 newspapers, five

magazines, major local events, and a growing digital network. But our

strength lies in more than just what we publish it’s in the people behind

the scenes. From journalists and editors to designers, developers,

videographers and marketers, our team brings stories, campaigns, and

experiences to life across print, digital, and events. Our flagship print

publication, the Otago Daily Times, is New Zealand’s most trusted news

brand (AUT’s Trust in News research), and our digital platform, odt.co.nz,

continues to reach new heights. At Allied Media, we’re proud of our deep

roots, and we’re just as excited about the future. Join us and be part of a

team that’s keeping the South informed, inspired, and connected.

How to Apply:

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

reach out to Raja Chakrabarti, Operations Manager at raja.chakrabarti@

alliedmedia.co.nz for a confidential discussion. Applications will be

accepted until Thursday 4 June 2026. We will get in touch if you are

shortlisted for this opportunity.

alliedmedia.co.nz/careers

CARS WANTED

CAR REMOVALS

$$CASH PAID$$

CARS, VANS, UTES & 4X4 WANTED

NZ OWNED AND OPERATED FOR 24 YEARS

We use world class vehicle depollution systems

0800 77 80 80

www.pickapart.co.nz


CLASSIFIEDS

WHAT'S ON

AT HORNBY CLUB

Pavilion Café Opens 8am daily

Legends Bar Opens 10am daily

Reception Open from 9am daily

Members

Happy

Hour!

4.30pm - 6.30pm

TUES, WEDS, & THURS

(10% off members price)

LIVE M USIC

Chalmers Restaurant

Wednesday to Saturday:

A la Carte from 5pm

Sunday: Buffet from 4.30pm

CHASE THE ACE!

THURSDAY 6.30PM

$1250

CRACK THE CUBE!

FRIDAY 6.30PM

$500

MADSEN PROMOTIONS

PRESENTS

WHAT’S

ON

To add a listing, contact

Jo Fuller 03 379 7100 or

027 458 8590

jo.fuller@alliedmedia.co.nz

ONE LAST

CHEERS & BEERS

AWESOME

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LIVE ON LEGEND’S

MASSIVE SCREEN

HURRICANES

v BRUMBIES

FRIDAY 7.05PM

CRUSADERS

v BLUES

SATURDAY 4.35PM

CHIEFS v REDS

SATURDAY 7.05PM

FEATURING

PAUL MADSEN

BAND

SATURDAY

13 JUNE, 7.30PM

EVENT CENTRE

Tickets $30 available

from the Club

COMING UP...

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WWW.HORNBYCLUB.CO.NZ

MONDAY night at e Elmwood was the

last night behind the bar for hospitality

giants Marty and Naomi Fuller. ey have

officially begun a new chapter.

In a career that has spanned more then

four decades, stalwart hoteliers Marty and

Naomi Fuller have been familiar faces in

the industry.

While the couple have been running e

Elmwood for the past eight years ago, these

award winning operators (combined) are

also well known for previous businesses

such as e Shades, Trevinos, e Craic

Irish Bar, Trader McKendry’s, e Bog,

Vines Wine Bar, Sneakers Sports Cafe, e

Bard on Avon, Grapes Wine Bar, the Rose

& istle, as well as hospitality businesses in

Auckland and Picton.

“Well, the carnival is over,” said Marty.

“To everyone who has walked through

our doors, shared a beer, celebrated life’s

milestones, supported local events, had a

laugh, shed a tear, or simply called e

Elmwood home – thank you.

e last few weeks have been

overwhelming in the best possible way.

e kind words, stories, hugs, messages

and support have meant more to us than

you’ll ever know.

As we close this chapter, we leave with a

mixed bag of emotions. Sadness to say

goodbye to something that has been

such a huge part of our lives, but also

excitement for what comes next.

Most of all, we leave feeling incredibly

grateful. e Elmwood has never just

been a pub. It’s been a community, a

family, and without question the best

little local in New Zealand.

We would also like to wish Sam and his

business partners every success as they

take the reins and begin the next chapter

of e Elmwood. We know the pub is in

good hands and look forward to seeing

it continue to thrive as the heart of the

community.

ank you for allowing us to be part of

your lives and for being part of ours.

One last cheers and beers from us!”

Congratulations Marty and Naomi, and

best wishes with all that will follow in your

new chapter. Cheers to you both!

starnews.co.nz

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GIG GUIDE

Thursday 4 to Wednesday 10 June 2026

ADDINGTON BAR, 291 Lincoln Rd:

Saturday 8pm - Live music.

ALTIORA, 25 Hereford St: Thursday 11th Jun,

5pm - Ale House Rock - A Christchurch Pub

Choir.

ARMADILLOS BELFAST, 812 Main North

Rd: Saturday 6.30pm - Absolut feat. Lino &

Annalea.

ARMADILLOS HALSWELL, 29 Ensign St:

Thursday 8pm - DJ Chick Karaoke.

ARMADILLOS BECKENHAM, 155

Colombo St: Saturday 9pm - Mama Rock.

Tuesday 7pm - Quiz.

ARMADILLOS ISLINGTON, 670 Main

South Rd: Sunday 5pm - Lino.

A ROLLING STONE, 579 Colombo St:

Friday 5pm - e Sheppard Sessions feat Davey

Backyard, playing a laid-back mix of folk, blues,

Irish & much more for your Friday tea-time, lots

of specials too, free; Friday 9pm - Rewind - Live

at A Rolling Stone! Fronted by celebrated country

artist & 2025 Classic Gold Guitar Award winner,

Aroha Williams with her all-star band, playing

classic dance rock anthems, free entry. Sunday

1pm - Christchurch English Trad/Folk Session, all

welcome to join or listen, playing folk music

from all over, free; Sunday 6pm - Canterbury

Blues Club presents Club Night feat Steph

Mcewin, Billy Valance & Jon Hooker, and e

Steven Gill Band w/ Adam McGrath, club

members $5, non-members $15, annual

memberships available. Monday 7pm - Believe It

or Not Quiz, table bookings 03-377-4787, all

welcome incl dogs, free. Tuesday 7pm - Inner

City Jam with host, Tyler Robbins, all ages and

abilities welcome, backline provided incl drums

and keys, friendly community environment, free.

Wednesday 7.30pm - Dig e Gig Heat 4,

tertiary band competition with host Lauren

Marshall, house band, plus tertiary bands Tephra,

Mendacity, Crimson Echoes, Missed Exit,

Kenring, and Minerva, free Gussy's Pizza, free

entry.

AVONHEAD TAVERN, 120 Withells Rd:

Friday 7.30pm - Live music.

BICKERTONS, 317 Pages Rd: Friday 7pm -

Lino.

BILL'S BAR, 1 Halswell Rd: Thursday 7pm -

A&J Karaoke. Friday 7pm - Wendy Wiparata.

Sunday 6pm - A&J Karaoke.

BLACK HORSE HOTEL, 33 Lincoln Rd:

Saturday 7pm - X-Files Duo.

BRIDIE'S BAR, 401 Worcester St: Friday

4pm - Elevators Duo. Saturday 3pm - Raisin

Tooth.

CARLTON, 1 Papanui Rd: Friday 6pm - Jack

& Jon.

CASHMERE CLUB, 50 Colombo St: Friday

- Hired Guns. Wednesday 7pm - Quiz Night.

Saturday 13th Jun, 7.30pm - Mainland Big Band.

CHATS BAR, 251 Travis Rd: Tuesday 7pm -

Quiz.

CHCH CASINO, 30 Victoria St: Friday 6pm -

Black & Gold Duo; 10pm - Acoustic Solution.

Saturday 6pm - Zed & Andy; 9pm - HeadRush.

CHCH FOLK MUSIC CLUB, Irish Society

Hall, Domain Tce: Sunday 7.30pm - White

Noise & Luemdillies Band Night.

COASTERS TAVERN, 1 Daniels Rd: Saturday

8pm - Live music. Wednesday 7pm - Quiz.

DARKROOM, 336 St Asaph St: Friday 6pm

- Swamp Meet Returns with Minerva & Crisis.

Saturday 6pm - Hotel Emily; Rabbits; Acid Wolf.

FAT EDDIES, 1/76 Hereford St: Thursday

4.30pm - Bella Nova; 8pm - Live Band Karaoke;

11.30pm - Beckyandthebadhabits. Friday 4.30pm

- Maria & Brydon; 8pm - Liberator; 11.30pm -

The Kingsmen. Saturday 4.30pm - Corner

Sounds Duo; 8pm - Mirrors; 11.30pm - Vibe

Check. Sunday 2pm - Vintage Blue; 5.30pm -

Ananda Massa. Monday 6pm - Stephen McDaid.

Tuesday 7pm - Quiz; 9.30pm - Caleb

Middlemiss. Wednesday 5.30pm - Ants Pickard.

GOOD TIMES COMEDY CLUB, 224 St

Asaph St: Thursday 7.30pm - Late Night Fight.

Friday 8pm - A Damn Good Comedy Show.

Saturday 8pm - Big Laughs! Premium Comedy

Showcase. www.goodtimescomedyclub.co.nz

HORNBY CLUB, 17 Carmen Rd: Friday

6.30pm - Awesome Source.

KAIAPOI CLUB, 118 Raven Quay: Thursday

7pm - Quiz.

MACKENZIES, 51 Pages Rd: Wednesday

17th Jun, 7pm - Karaoke with Brent Love.

MAK BAR, 1276 Main North Rd, Kainga:

Saturday 8pm - 12 Gauge. Sunday 3pm - Level 6.

MICKY FINN'S, 85a Hereford St: Thursday

7pm - Goodnight Goldy. Friday 7pm - Fly by

Night; 10pm - 03 Sound System. Saturday 7pm -

Bus Stop Rock Stars; 10.30pm - Mimic.

Wednesday 7pm - Trad Irish Band.

NEW BRIGHTON CLUB, 202 Marine Pde:

Saturday 27th Jun, 7.30pm - Shadow Puppet.

OAK N FERRY, 608 Ferry Rd: Friday 7pm -

X-Files Duo.

OLD LEITHFIELD HOTEL, 11 Old Main

North Rd: Saturday 8pm - Party Singers.

Sunday 20th Jun, 8pm - Bobby Brown. Sunday

21st Jun, 2pm - Josh Braden.

PINT & PONY, 1 Hamill Rd: Thursday

6.30pm - Absolut (Lino & Courtenay).

QUEENSPARK TAVERN, 60 Queenspark

Dr: Saturday - Hired Guns. Wednesday 7pm -

Quiz.

RACECOURSE HOTEL, 118 Racecourse

Rd: Friday 7.30pm - Rockabella.

RICHMOND CLUB, 'The Borough', 75

London St: Friday 7pm - Sound Sensation.

Saturday 7pm - Simmer. Sunday 3pm -

Reminisce with Anthony.

ROSE & THISTLE, 24 Main North Rd:

Friday 8.30pm - Karaoke with Annalea & Junior.

Saturday 8.30pm - Shameless 2. Sunday 4.30pm -

Irish session with Malarkey.

SHARKEY'S BAR & CAFE, 96 Hoon Hay

Rd: Friday - Karaoke with Sharkey. Saturday -

Karaoke with Sharkey. Sunday 4pm - Open Mic.

SPACE ACADEMY, 371 St Asaph St:

Thursday - 03 Session feat. Surfing USSR. Friday

- Lowlight: The Next Steps. Saturday - Serebii

album release show. Sunday - Clube do Choro.

spaceacademy.co.nz/live

STOCKXCHANGE BAR, 110 Marshland

Rd: Saturday 20th Jun, 7.30pm - Level 6.

THE BOG, 50 Victoria St: Thursday 7pm -

Quiz. Friday 6pm - Eddie Simon; 10pm -

Spektrum. Saturday 7pm - Lee Martin; 11pm -

Smashbox. Sunday 5pm - Willie McArthur.

Monday 6pm - Sionna. Tuesday 7pm -

Jamesons Irish Band. Wednesday 6pm - Sionna.

THE CHURCH, cnr Worcester &

Manchester Sts: Thursday 6pm - Laura Lee

& Adam Hattaway; 9.30pm - Ants. Friday

2.45pm - Frankie; 6.15pm - D’Sendantz; 10pm -

Jinx. Saturday 2.45pm - Tay Renee; 6.15pm -

Sam Beal; 10pm - Cropduster. Sunday 2pm -

Candice Milner; 5.30pm - Coyote Pretty; 9.30pm

- Tom Lush. churchpub.co.nz/this-week

THE CRAIC, 84 Riccarton Rd: Friday 10pm -

Willie McArthur. Saturday 9.30pm - Karaoke.

Tuesday 7pm - Quiz. Wednesday 10pm -

Karaoke.

THE DUX, 6 Poplar St: Saturday 8pm - Level

6. Tuesday 6.30pm - Pub Quiz.

THE EMBANKMENT TAVERN, 181 Ferry

Rd: Thursday 9pm - Carpathia. Friday - Open

Mic. Wednesday 9pm - Carpathia.

THE FITZ2 SPORTS BAR, 77 Stevens St:

Tuesday 7pm - Quiz.

THE LITTLE FIDDLE, 132 Oxford Tce:

Friday & Saturday 9pm - DJ’s. Sunday 4.30pm -

Irish Sesh; 7pm - Antony Pickard. Tuesday

8.30pm - Topia. Wednesday 8.30pm - Willie

McArthur.

THE MILLER BAR, 308 Lincoln Rd: Friday

9.30pm - Solfire. Saturday 9.30pm - The

Meaniez. Sunday 6pm - Karaoke with Lance.

Tuesday 7pm - Quiz. Wednesday 7pm - Karaoke

with Lance.

THE PAPANUI, 310 Sawyers Arms Rd:

Friday 6.45pm - Ian Mac.

THE RICCS, 280 Blenheim Rd: Saturday

7.30pm - Rewind. Wednesday 7pm - Quiz.

THE ROCKPOOL, 85 Hereford St: Thursday,

Friday, Saturday - DJ's.

THE SIDELINE SPORTS BAR, 331

Stanmore Rd: Thursday 7pm - Jam Night with

Ritchie Gillies & Nick Buchanan. Tuesday 7pm -

DJ Chick Karaoke.

THE LITTLE FIDDLE, 132 Oxford Tce:

Friday & Saturday 9pm - DJ’s. Sunday 4.30pm -

Irish Sesh; 7pm - Antony Pickard. Tuesday

8.30pm - Topia. Wednesday 8.30pm - Willie

McArthur.

WUNDERBAR, Lyttelton: Saturday 13th Jun,

6pm - Rum Jungle Marginalia Tour.

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