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Stadium consent lodged By Sue Newman Another giant step has been taken in the drive to take Ashburton’s EA Networks Centre from planning stage to opening day. A land use resource consent has been lodged for the aquatic centre and stadium, planned for land off Riverside Drive and running parallel to Alford Forest Road. Council chief executive Brian Lester said the consent application marked an important milestone for the project. Because the River Terrace site is being zoned in the council’s district plan for open space, a land use consent was required for the facility. The consent covers issues such as noise, car parking, access to the site, signage and general aesthetics. It also covers the extent of the facilities proposed and landscaping. For the Ashburton Stadium Trust, the community fundraising arm of the project, knowing the consent application had been lodged was one more significant step towards seeing the project open and in use, said trust chair Maurice Myers. “The trust and the project group are delighted and knowing this had been lodged will help reduce any delays further down the track.” Work on the stadium is anticipated to start in mid-2013 and to be completed by mid-2015. It is anticipated to cost around $32 million, with $5 million of this money to be raised by the stadium trust from the community. Fundraising began in earnest in February and over the past 10 months Mr Myers said almost $4.5
million had been given by the community and community funders. “Our fundraisers have worked extremely hard and the community has responded wonderfully and we’re still getting positive vibes,” he said. When the $5 million target was reached the fundraising would not stop, however, Mr Myers said. “Clearly we want to raise all the money we can for recreational facilities and for a further assessment of the hydroslide which the community is clearly saying it wants and hopes to have.” The trust was also well down the track to meeting its goal of having 100 business partners who had contributed to the fundraising pool and currently has more than 80 signed up. Mr Myers is confident the goal will be met by early next year. With some significant fundraising runs on the board, he said the trust could now “conservatively” see a little more light at the end of the tunnel. For the community, the first tangible indication that work on the project has begun will come before Christmas when scrub clearance was carried out on the stadium site. The complex will contain four indoor playing courts and a four pool aquatic centre. It has been designed to grow as demand for facilities grows and provision has also been made to construct outdoor playing fields and facilities for a range of sports in the future. The consent will be publicly notified and submissions will be called and if a hearing is required, this will be conducted by an independent commissioner.
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It’s all great fun slip-sliding away A large sheet of back plastic, eight litres of dishwashing liquid and a fire hose meant only one thing for Netherby School pupils yesterday – fun. With what’s quickly becoming a school tradition, Taumaoe Touli, 10, (above left) and Tane Edwin-Sharpe, 11, along with
about other 130 pupils took part on the slip and slide challenge. The challenge saw the youngsters glide along the slippery surface with an ear-to-ear grin along with a face full of bubbles. It was the eighth year the
school has held the annual fixture, with principal Andrew Leverton featuring in his finest attire last year. He said there was no chance of him getting wet this year, however he was glad to see the pupils enjoying themselves after such a long year.
“It’s something a bit different for them at the end of the year, it gets them excited and having a bit of fun,” Mr Leverton said. It was part of end of year festivities, leaving only the school prizegiving tomorrow before the school packs up for Christmas on Friday.
Schools have little faith in latest pay accuracy By Myles Hume Schools’ worst nightmares are set to become a reality today following the latest round of teacher pays. Today marks one of the “most vital” paydays for support staff and teachers throughout Mid Canterbury, with holiday pay over the Christmas period going into bank accounts overnight. While teacher pay continues on its typical fortnightly cycle throughout the break, teacher aides and support staff remain
nervous with some looking as though they will not receive their full lump sum pay for the summer break. Schools waited anxiously in front of computer screens last night to see if amendments had been made to their SUE reports, however they remained skeptical. Novopay promised it would have the error-ridden system ironed out by December 25. However, according to the latest Staffing Utilisation and Expenditure (SUE) reports, which show schools what staff
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are going to be paid prior to payday, there is set to be further anger and frustration behind school office doors. Schools have identified a raft of errors in their reports, one principal saying Novopay “did not have a hope in hell” in having the payroll system straightened out by the Christmas break. Hampstead School principal Peter Melrose said he was concerned some teachers may not be able to afford Christmas presents, so he has planned to take about $6000 out of the school’s operations grant to tide teachers
over the break. “It was a foregone conclusion, this is just a continuation of a volcano of errors,” he said. Their fears have been underlined by emails sent by Novopay, stating there had been issues due to incorrect calculations of support staff hours and omissions of statutory holidays they are entitled to. “We have identified several issues with today’s final SUE report. These are being worked on and we will keep you updated as we get more information,” a Novopay email stated.
Allenton School had counted 10 errors in its SUE report, where the majority of support staff were scheduled to be overpaid. One teacher who worked two hours was set to be paid $4000 if the problem was not rectified before the pay went through. “Staff are reaching the point where they are telling me they are getting close to resignation, they get frustrated and give you that look that they don’t want to be here,” Allenton School principal Graham Smith said. “Once again it’s the people
who are most vulnerable, I have a case of one person who just can’t afford to not have this money.” Tinwald School principal Peter Livingstone said Novopay would “break labour laws” if they did not pay people their holiday entitlement. One pay slip showed one of his staff members would not be paid for Christmas Day or Boxing Day, which she was entitled to. Schools will know if their staff had been paid correctly this morning.
Primary aged children should not be walking the streets alone, a local principal says. Tinwald School principal Peter Livingstone has spoken out against unsupervised children and petty youth crime after his school was unlawfully entered by young children on Monday night. The two children, believed to be Year 7s from another Mid Canterbury primary school, entered the school’s resource room and took valuable items, including a laptop and a guitar, about 7.30pm. Mr Livingstone was fuming after the incident and quickly carried out some of his own investigations, after ringing the police. After speaking with his caretaker and a teacher at the school, he was shocked to discover the culprits as two school aged children - prompting him to point the finger at parents, who should have known where their children were. “It’s not good enough, they should not have been out at that time by themselves and it’s that simple. “I would have to put the blame at the parents’ feet for this as well, because parents should take great care in their children’s whereabouts and where possible, supervise them,” Mr Livingstone said. “I can tell you, one of these children was quite some way from his house – this wasn’t just a stroll away from his front door.” However, Mr Livingstone took the time to praise the local police and a neighbouring school for their effective work in catching the offenders – who he believes should never have been left alone. Police approached the suspects yesterday and the two children immediately admitted their wrongdoing. “It wasn’t that long ago we were reporting a possible stalker on the loose, so what does it take for some parents to get the message,” Mr Livingstone said. “Generally, most parents will take the utmost responsibility for their kids, but there are obviously still some who don’t and one day that could escalate into worse incidents. “If they are prepared to steal and vandalise at their age now, then who knows what they will get into in a few years’ time if their actions aren’t dealt with,” he said. The two children will be served with trespass notices, preventing them from entering Tinwald School for a duration of two years. “What a shame that is too, because I am sure they would have liked to come down and play in the holidays, but they have to learn ... it’s just not acceptable,” Mr Livingstone said. All items were recovered undamaged and returned to Tinwald School. The matter will likely be referred to Police Youth Aid.
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By Adam Bennett The Maori Council has lost its initial legal bid to delay the partial privatisation of Mighty River Power until Maori water rights are dealt with, but is already working on an appeal. In a three-day High Court hearing late last month in Wellington, the council argued that the Government should establish the extent of Maori ownership rights over freshwater and geothermal resources and make redress for them before the partial sale of Mighty River and other power companies under the Government’s “mixed ownership model”. In the summary of his judgement released yesterday, Justice Ronald Young said he was satisfied that three key decisions by the
Government to advance its asset sales programme, which were challenged by the council, were not reviewable by the court. Those decisions included the order-in-council or move to take Mighty River Power out from under the State Owned Enterprises Act and into the Public Finance Act to allow the sale, and the final decision to sell the shares. However, Justice Young said even if he was wrong on those points, the council’s case would have failed because when making each of those decisions the Government would not have been acting inconsistently with the Treaty of Waitangi. Maori Council spokeswoman Rahui Katene said Justice Young had determined the matter “on a narrow legal issue”. “The moral issue has still be to
addressed in public debate.” While Justice Young had taken the view that the Government’s decision was not one the courts could review, the council was concerned “that government has not been willing to address the issue of indigenous water rights, as the Court itself noted, and has relied upon statutory technicalities”. “In this instance we think that the view taken about the statutory framework does not fit with previous court decisions and we are now working on an appeal.” Finance Minister Bill English and State Owned Enterprises Minister Tony Ryall said the decision vindicated their view “that the partial sale of shares does not in any way affect the Crown’s ability to recognise rights and interests in water, or to provide redress for genuine
Treaty claims”. Mr Ryall said the Government’s share offer programme remained on track. “If the High Court decision is appealed, we hope this can be heard as soon as possible.” Labour’s SOE spokesman Clayton Cosgrove said the High Court’s decision was “just the first in a number of steps for this appeal to go through. “It is likely there will be an appeal, and New Zealanders will again have to fork up the costs of court hearings.” Maori Council lawyer Felix Geiringer said he had already begun work on the council’s appeal but it was not yet decided whether the council would seek to bypass the Court of Appeal and take the matter directly to the Supreme Court. Mr Geiringer said he was disap-
pointed with Justice Young’s decision but not surprised. Justice Young’s questions, as he heard arguments from the council and the Crown, had given an indication of his final decisions on key issues, he said. In his judgement, Justice Young said he was satisfied there was no connection or “nexus” between the sale of power company shares “and the need to provide for Maori claims to proprietary interest in water by way of potential redress or recognition of rights”. He was satisfied that the Government’s consultation with Maori over the asset sales programme was “adequate” and had been undertaken without a predetermined stance “especially with respect to the Waitangi Tribunal’s shares plus concept”. - APNZ
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The company behind Rotorua’s Kaitiaki Adventures has gone into liquidation, but the rafting operation will continue. Last month, Kaitiaki Adventures Rotorua, which owned and operated the rafting and sledging trips on the Kaituna River, was given until Monday to pay the $345,058.51 it owed Inland Revenue in unpaid taxes, and penalties. - APNZ
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International flavour will be on full display this Sunday, as Ashburton residents put on a master-class of culture with a Christmas twist. About 20 acts will perform at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre, in the inaugural Christmas Variety Show hosted by the Mid Canterbury Newcomers Network. Guests will be virtually flown from country to country and given a taste of different celebrations in different continents. Event co-organiser Daria Glesser, of Russia, said the contributing
groups were excited and looking forward to sharing their Christmas culture with the community. “Some of our items will be an entertaining display of talent, while others will not be so polished. “Just a bare and real demonstration of what happens in Christmas if you live in another pair of shoes – or jandals,” Mrs Glesser said. Although the show has been prepared at short notice, co-organiser Sam King, of Ashburton College, said the show would be highly entertaining and a great way to celebrate Christmas. “Real talent doesn’t grow on trees and so many productions
are substandard and not worth half the entry fee. However, we really do have a huge range of quality talent here in Ashburton and we are confident you will be surprised and on the edge of your seat as you learn about different cultures,” Mr King said. Meanwhile, members of the Newcomers group have been well and truly getting in to the festive spirit in Mid Canterbury. A number of members entered floats in the recent Ashburton Santa Parade and others enjoyed the spectacle as it passed through East Street on Saturday. The Filipino community captured the attention of Ashburton
with their United Filipino float boasting many colours and flamboyant and smiley faces. Celeste Bennett, of the Philippines, said the Christmas parade was one of many ways to express love, devotion and the traditional Christmas celebrations. “In the three years that we have entered a float, we wanted to show the real meaning of Christmas, that Christ Jesus as a baby came to save the world,” she said. Ms Bennett will also be taking part in the Variety Show on Sunday, which gets underway at 7pm. Tickets can only be purchased on the night.
A giant billboard depicting Pope Benedict XVI marrying a male couple has been hailed as inspired by a gay support group but blasted as offensive by an anti-gay marriage organisation. The four-and-a-half storey billboard is part of a campaign by Powershop, with the slogan “Same Power, Different Attitude”. -APNZ
• Wedding woes A drink-driver who drove his car into a motel office causing $1000 in damage recorded a breath alcohol reading more than three times the legal limit, police allege. Police said the 40-year-old Christchurch man had been attending a daytime wedding before he backed into the Rangiora Lodge Motel office about 10.30pm last Saturday. -APNZ
• Seriously injured A 35-year-old man was seriously injured in a bulldozer incident near Dipton on Monday. Emergency services were called to a Bryce Rd property following reports a man had been crushed. The man, who had serious head and chest injuries, was taken to Southland Hospital by helicopter. - apnz
Local teens shine at Defence Force camps By Sam Morton Two Ashburton teenagers have been recognised for their impressive efforts at Defence Force camps around the country. Peter Hemi, of Ashburton, was named the Overall Top Student, beating out a strong group of young hopefuls from throughout the South Island. The awards were a result of a week-long residential course, hosted by Blue Light – teaching students life skills including self-discipline, selfconfidence, team work and respect. Mr Hemi excelled, taking out the top prize for his commitment and attitude to the
course, which he had previously attempted once before. Blue Light life skills coordinator Valarie Seath said Mr Hemi’s attitude impressed staff. “Camp staff felt that Peter had displayed excellence in leadership and commitment by setting and maintaining a high standard of dress, excelling as a team member and was consistently helpful. “(During the course), he was always respectful to staff and fellow students and most of all exemplified the qualities and attitudes the course aims to instill,” Ms Seath said. In the other award, Justina Vulu-Lafu took out the top gong for Most Improved Student at a life skills camp in
Hobsonville, Auckland. Ms Vulu-Lafu also battled against a strong group of fellow students for the award, with camp staff pointing out her attitude consistently improved throughout the course. “Justina had a significant and consistent improvement in attitude, self-confidence, self-discipline and she was always respectful to staff and fellow course members,” Ms Seath said.. The Blue Light Life Skills course is run by New Zealand Blue Light in partnership with the NZ Police and NZ Defence Force – designed for ages 14 to 17. About 19 courses are held annually in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
Oamaru woman takes stand against legal highs Oamaru woman Linda Forbes is taking a stand against the sale of synthetic drugs in Oamaru. She is looking for support from the community on Saturday as she stages a protest to raise awareness of the dangers of legal drugs. She will be leading a walk down Thames Highway, starting at 2pm outside Meadowbank Dairy, trying to stop the sale of the legal drugs which she says are turning good kids into criminals. With a legal high that mimics the
A military report on the cause of death of a Northland soldier who died in hospital following an undisclosed non-combat incident in Afghanistan eight months ago will not be made public. The Defence Force has completed its inquiry into the death of Corporal Douglas Hughes, who died while offduty at the Romero Forward Patrol Base in Bamiyan province on April 3. -APNZ
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Festive Spirit: Members of the Filipino community get into the festive spirit at the Ashburton Santa Parade on Saturday.
Jade Temepara able contribution to their community. “They were an amazing group of people. I was honoured to be part of them. Some had saved lives, like a little fellow who was nine or ten, he’d saved someone from drowning.” Once the Canterbury awards were over, Mrs Temepara said she gave little thought to anything that might follow and when she was told she’d made the final 10 she said she was speechless. Along with Mrs Temepara the semi-finalists in the local hero awards include: Paul Hughes of Halcombe, Des Smith of Wellington, Kaila Colbin of Christchurch, Scott Gilmour of Auckland, Paddy Henderson of Rangiora, Jim Morunga of Napier, Jim Dowman of Tauranga, Douglas Cooper of Gisborne and Vivien Leonard of Paeroa.
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Marineland’s male sea lion Rufus has died, just one week short of his eighth birthday. Born in Marineland, he died on Sunday while being transferred to Massey University for medical assessment after showing signs of being unwell on Friday. A post mortem examination is underway at Massey University. -APNZ
Volunteers at the Salvation Army Family Store arrived at the centre on Monday to find their skip burnt out, bins ransacked and clothing strewn across the yard. Salvation Army Family Store manager Maria McDonald said the mess took a whole day to clean up, and a bin full of donated clothing was ruined and unusable. “It’s very disheartening. We’re trying to do something to give back to the community, and someone goes and destroys it.” She said the bins were burnt and vandalised once before about five months ago, and to have it happen again was “horrible”. No direct relation between the incidents was found, but investigations are continuing.
Three years ago Jade Temepara was a busy wife and mother, raising three children and growing a healthy vegetable garden in her spare time. That all changed when she decided to help other families learn vegetable gardening skills. She founded the Hand Over a Hundy project that aimed to help novice gardeners become proficient, self sufficient home gardeners. And almost overnight the project gained a life of its own and Mrs Temepara’s own life changed direction. Last year she was named New Zealand Gardener Magazine’s gardener of the year and this year she received an invitation to exhibit at the Ellerslie Flower Show where she won a silver award. Last month she discovered she’d made the line up of nominees for the Kiwibank local heroes award that recognises everyday people doing extraordinary things in their local communities. Local heroes are part of the New Zealander of the Year awards, with the 180 nominees whittled down to 10 semi-finalists. Three finalists will be announced next month ahead of the awards’ ceremony in Auckland in February. Being nominated for the award was a surprise in itself and she said it was humbling finding herself standing alongside 14 other Cantabrians who she said had made a remark-
A Catholic principal who created controversy over his comments about gay marriage has been elected chair of the Northland Secondary Schools Principals’ Association. Mr Stanton, the principal of Pompallier Catholic College, has been in the centre of a controversy this year surrounding the standing down of Nigel Studdart after the teacher spoke out against comments the principal made relating to gay marriage. -APNZ
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effects of cannabis, the synthetic drug is believed to be on sale in at least three Oamaru outlets. Her actions come after Meadowbank Dairy staff were allegedly robbed at knifepoint this month and in a separate incident in May, and robbers allegedly took off with synthetic cannabis products. Mrs Forbes has never staged a protest before, but has seen firsthand the effects synthetic cannabis can have and wants to do something about it.
“I’ve nearly lost one child to drugs and my 15-year-old has tried the K2 so I know from experience that it’s bad. It’s so bad,” she said. Everybody needed to know that, by selling the synthetic cannabis, the retailers were putting lives at risk, she said. “Anyone could go into the shop to get an ice cream or bread and end up in there with someone with a knife,” she said. “It’s not worth putting everybody that comes into your shop at risk.”
Mrs Forbes said she had seen how the product changed people, making them agitated, aggressive and giving them “a strength that came out of nowhere”. “It’s so dangerous and [last week] I just thought ‘I’m going to do something about it’. I didn’t know how, but I thought ‘I’m going to do it’,” she said. “It’s all pretty new to me, all I know is that I’m going to do it. I’m terrified, but I’m so determined and doing something is better than doing nothing.” -APNZ
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House prices continue rise the South Island and central Auckland in the north. Average sales values in the district have now exceeded the 2007 peak by 2.5 per cent. Outside Auckland, virtually all North Island centres have yet to return to average sales prices experienced at the market’s peak while several South Island centres have matched Ashburton in surging ahead. The average price selling price of a house in the district in
By Sue Newman The Ashburton District continues to be at the top of the ladder when it comes to rising real estate prices. Quotable Value New Zealand’s November statistics show that house sale prices in the district rose by an average of 11.3 per cent over the past 12 months, a rate of growth exceeded only by Waimakariri and Sewlyn in
November was $287,205, up 1.4 per cent on October. As an affordable place to buy a house, Ashburton is still the best place in greater Canterbury, apart from Timaru where average prices are about $25,000 lower. The most expensive place to buy a home is now Auckland’s coastal north shore where the average price has hit $802,827 with Queenstown-Lakes the South Island’s most expensive at $614,249.
When it comes to affordability, Rangatikei in the North Island takes the prize with $144,589 while in the South Island it’s Waimate the winner with $173,549. The Real Estate Institute’s figures tell a similar story and for the second month in a row Ashburton’s real estate market has been running red hot with 52 houses changing hands during November. The average number of days
taken to sell a home was 25. In November last year, 43 houses changed hands at a median price of $250,000. Ashburton’s strong market was supported across Canterbury, where median prices and sales volumes were well up on November 2011. Across the region sales increased by about 15 per cent over October with Ashburton, Timaru and the West Coast showing the strongest growth.
Nationally residential values continued to climb in November, continuing the gradual increases that began in April 2011. Values are up 1.9% over the past three months, 5.7% up over the past year, and 1.5% above the previous market peak of late 2007. The increase in nationwide values continues to be driven primarily by Auckland and Canterbury where demand continues to outstrip supply.
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By Sue Newman Tough new animal welfare rules could cripple New Zealand’s egg production industry says Ashburton free range egg farmer Gavin Smith. While he supports the drive to improve the welfare of layer hens by banning battery cages, Mr Smith said that for farmers who will be forced to convert to either colony, barn or free range farming, the costs will be impossibly high. The new welfare code has been several years in the making but when it was released late last week, the transition period allowed was much shorter than many egg farmers had anticipated. A 10 year period is allowed, but the Egg Producers Federation (EPF) believes the reality is the change will need to be made within four to six years. And that, Mr Smith said, will put battery cage farmers in an almost impossible situation. Most will have to buy new land and essentially start their farming operation from scratch, he said. Mr Smith believes it would be impossible for all of New Zealand’s cage hen farmers to move to free range; there simply wouldn’t be sufficient land available to house three million birds at the allowable stocking rate. He’s been free range farming for more than five years, farms 2800 hens and is the major supplier to The Ecco Egg company. “To get into them you have to be way ahead of the eight ball. When I built my houses they were bigger than required and my stocking rate is much lower. My sheds are built to house 1000 but they’re only stocked with 700 hens and I only run 700 hens over three-quarters of a hectare.” While he has some sympathy for the 42 battery cage farmers who between them will have to foot a $250 million bill to change to free range farming, he said they’d had plenty of warning that change was coming. “I guess I’m lucky, but I was
By Kate Shuttleworth The New Zealand Education Institution has delivered a petition signed by more than 11,000 Canterbury teachers calling for the Government’s plans for the future of education in Christchurch to be stopped. Labour Party MP for Wigram, Megan Woods, tabled the petition in Parliament yesterday calling on Prime Minister John Key to stop the plan to close, merge and relocate Christchurch schools. Ms Woods said Education Minister Hekia Parata’s plan for the future of Canterbury schools had been bungled from the beginning, and the anger teachers were directing at the Government was justified. The petition urges the Government to listen to students and educators in the region about what is best for learning. “The message from teachers is loud and clear; the Government has stuffed-up and if it wants to fix things, it needs to start by listening,” said Ms Woods. She said the plan had been imposed on teachers in Christchurch, and proper input had not been sought. “The Government is forcing Christchurch schools down a path that not only harms the fantastic education system we have in the city, but ignores a raft of positive ideas put forward as worthy alternatives. “This petition should be a wakeup call for John Key and his Ministers. They need to swallow their pride and start working with teachers, principals and parents to find a positive way forward,” Ms Woods said. - APNZ
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Well ahead of changing animal welfare rules that will ban battery cages for egg farming, free range hen farmer Gavin Smith with some of his flock. proactive when I built here. Everything these guys have will be obsolete. Most of the free range farmers out there are relatively new so they’ll all comply.” Under the new regulations Mr Smith said he could significantly increase his stocking rate but his focus was on higher production and better hen welfare rather than boosting numbers, he said.
“I spent a lot of money to set up here so I can sit through this change and let it run, but I think we’ll see egg prices come up pretty quickly. I’m not opposed to the changes, there’s nothing in there to worry me, but you’ll have to spend money to get it right.” Prices were more likely to rise for cage farmed eggs than free range, as farmers rushed
to recoup some of the costs they would incur when they were forced to change their farming practices, he said. The scale of change is huge with conventional cage farmers making up 80 per cent of the egg production industry. Those farmers will have the option of changing to colony, barn or free range farming.
Mr Smith does not rate the colony option which would see about six hens grouped together in a small area where they would have a perch and a small area of soil in which to scratch. It’s a farming system he doesn’t like. “I’d prefer to see colony farming outlawed too. Just barn and free range, that’s the only way to go in New Zealand.”
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• Indecent assault A man has appeared in court charged with indecently assaulting a customer during a shopping mall massage. Police alleged the 58-year-old man indecently assaulted a woman while giving her a massage at a Christchurch shopping mall last Friday, Detective Damon Wells said. The man was remanded on bail without plea to reappear on January 7. -APNZ
• House fire death Police are investigating the death of a 32-year old woman in a house fire in Wanganui yesterday. Thick acrid smoke that was seen throughout Wanganui billowed from the Durie Hill bungalow on Maxwell Ave about 1pm yesterday afternoon. Firemen in breathing apparatus worked for more than an hour to bring the fire under control. Police said the woman was the sole occupant of the house at the time. She is survived by her partner and three children. - APNZ
• Saturday Breakfast TV One’s Saturday Breakfast programme will be taken off air from next year, as will its 4.30pm news bulletin. TVNZ reported that resources would be redirected into strengthening the weekday Breakfast programme next year. With regard to the daily 4.30pm bulletin, TVNZ’s head of news and current affairs Ross Dagan said the service would end in order to redirect resources into TVNZ’s online news service. -APNZ
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Bain’s payout report ‘flawed’ Parenting OUR VIEW
sometimes means taking the blame
A report by a senior Canadian judge on David Bain’s claim for compensation for wrongful conviction and imprisonment contained assumptions based on incorrect facts and a misunderstanding of New Zealand law, Justice Minister Judith Collins says. Ms Collins said she was concerned by some aspects of Justice Ian Binnie’s report and after advice from the Solicitor-General decided it should be reviewed. Ms Collins said she made it clear to Justice Binnie in September that there were concerns with his report and it would be peer reviewed. She said the report contained assumptions based on incorrect facts, showed a misunderstanding of New Zealand law and lacked a
robustness of reasoning used to justify its conclusions. She said the decision had not been made lightly and she was disappointed a peer review was needed, but was “absolutely necessary”. “Put simply, it would not be acceptable to make a recommendation to Cabinet based on a report that would not withstand the considerable scrutiny it would attract. “I think we would all agree that a timely conclusion to this matter would be best for everyone. But justice must be done - a robust and proper process is the only way to ensure a certain and final conclusion to Mr Bain’s claim.” The reviewed report would be received this week and forwarded
to Justice Binnie for comment. “When I hear back from Justice Binnie, I will take a recommendation to Cabinet on the next steps,” said Ms Collins. In September, the Herald revealed that Justice Binnie had delivered a confidential report to the Government concluding that on the balance of probabilities, Mr Bain was innocent of the 1994 murder of his parents, brother and two sisters and should be compensated for time in jail. Former All Black Joe Karam campaigned for Mr Bain, including taking a case to the Privy Council, which quashed his convictions in 2007 and ordered a retrial. Mr Bain was acquitted after a retrial in 2009. The Cabinet has no obligation to follow the compensation recom-
mendation. But if it does, the payout could be at least $2m, based on previous cases. Talking to reporters on her way to caucus yesterday morning Ms Collins appeared annoyed that Justice Binnie had sent her two further unsolicited reports and said he would not be paid extra for them. “Let me be very clear that I do not expect unsolicited reports which I have received two of in the last two months to be compensated for.” She did not want to go into details about Justice Binnie’s reports and said Robert Fisher QC’s review of Justice Binnie’s findings would help Cabinet to determine in the New Year what the next steps would be.
Macdonald denied parole
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t’s great to see a school principal standing up and apportioning blame for a child’s abhorrent behaviour squarely where it clearly belongs – on the shoulders of parents. Tinwald principal Peter Livingstone deserves a medal for stepping outside the politically correct nonsense that often sees the reasons behind bad behaviour lost in the rush to understand, to smooth over and to ensure the offender isn’t left feeling bad about themselves or worse, a failure. A couple of youngsters nipped into his school, helped themselves to some valuable equipment and scarpered. The theft occurred in the evening, a time when if kids aren’t at home, at least their parents should know where they are. These are kids we’re talking about, not adults and it’s not unreasonable to expect school age youngsters to be under some form of control from home. The pair clearly were not. And Mr Livingstone says those parents have to take responsibility for what their kids got up to. This story has a positive ending. The police caught up with the pair and when faced with their misdoings they confessed. Their age will ensure
that is likely to be the end of the matter but if the incident isn’t dealt with at home, it could just be the forerunner of bad things to come. Mr Livingstone is not making excuses, not dismissing what happened as a harmless prank of youth. He’s not trying to blame the youngsters’ behaviour on any early childhood trauma. He’s laying the blame back where it belongs, with the children’s parents. Parenting’s a tough job. It’s endlessly challenging, it doesn’t come with an instruction manual, but it does come with a few rules. One of those is that you and only you are responsible for your kids. And that means having control of where they are and what they do. That’s not always easy but that’s just the way it is if you want to raise kids that are halfway decent citizens as adults. If the parents of the two children involved in the Tinwald School theft take responsibility for what their kids have been up to and deal with it appropriately, some good lessons will have been learned. That brief brush with the law is likely to be their first and their last. If they don’t they’ve let their kids down.
Ewen Macdonald’s estranged wife says she is not surprised by yesterday’s Parole Board decision which will keep her husband behind bars for at least another 11 months. Macdonald, a Feilding farmer, was denied parole after a hearing at Manawatu Prison yesterday, with the board saying it was not satisfied he no longer posed an “undue risk to the safety of the community”. It was a decision Anna Guy was expecting. Ms Guy is the sister of Scott Guy whom Macdonald was acquitted of murdering after a trial this year. She said she would have been surprised if the Parole Board’s decision was any different. She said she spent yesterday with her parents and said it was a “normal day” for all of them. In denying Macdonald parole, the board said he had “much to do” and would be required to undertake one-on-one counselling with a psychologist. The board also asked for a forensic psychiatric report to be prepared for his next appearance which would take place in November or December next year. Macdonald became eligible for parole this month after serving a third of his five-year prison term for arson, vandalism and killing deer and calves on neighbouring Feilding farms. -APNZ
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Major alcohol reforms pass
Second bridge
disappointed that MPs had voted against a higher purchase age in September. But she was confident that the bill provided a number of tools for battling alcohol-related harm. She emphasised the importance of the bill’s local alcohol policies, which gave councils power to set their own alcohol rules in consultation with residents. This could include stricter opening hours for bars or liquor stores, or banning bottle shops near schools. If local authorities did not adopt local policies, they would follow new national rules such as banning bars from opening between 4am and 8am. Opposition members described the bill as a “missed opportunity” which had strayed from the original recommendations made by the Law Commission in 2010. Labour MP Lianne Dalziel said: “It is not a shadow of the law the Law Commission would have writ-
It is great to see and hear some healthy debate around the proposed second urban bridge. I’d like to outline further the process from here and to make some corrections to some of the information currently circulating. Feedback through consultation is a vital element in making decisions for council. We do take it seriously and consider it in all that we do. It is an important element that we must consider in order to ensure that we are acting in the best interests of the community. Other factors that council will be making decisions include technical elements such as land suitability, traffic flow, other stakeholder’s opinions such as NZTA, the social impacts and benefits, and the economic impacts and benefits to the community. Council also needs to plan for the future. We have to think long term to identify what Ashburton will require in 20 years’ time.
By Isaac Davison Major alcohol reforms have been passed in Parliament yesterday concluding a four-year debate over drinking laws in New Zealand. MPs have voted to pass the reforms, which were designed to reduce the harm caused by alcohol. Justice Minister Judith Collins said the Alcohol Reform Bill, which was now divided into three bills, struck a “sensible balance”by reducing the serious harm caused by alcohol without penalising people who drank responsibly. She said: “There will be improvements in the way alcohol can be sold, and there will be some reforms about young people’s access to alcohol. But it’s not ”going to be the full answer. Obviously people need to change the culture and their own behaviour”. Ms Collins said she had been
“I am very concerned that there has been this delay. It would not have been possible for me to have put forward a recommendation based on a report that I believe would not stand up to public scrutiny.” She said that following Cabinet’s final decision she would release as much as possible of the reports received. “I know the public has a huge interest in this matter. As much as I can without defaming people or breaching legal privilege I expect to be able to release everything I can.” She said it was wrong to suggest that getting Mr Fisher to peer review Mr Binnie’s report was “shopping around” for an opinion she liked. -APNZ
ten, and that is why I’ve been saying throughout this debate that it is a travesty.” Another Labour MP, Iain LeesGalloway, argued that the bill had been heavily influenced by lobbyists such as the Food and Grocery Council and the Hospitality Association. He said this was particularly evident in the decision not to restrict the sale or alcohol content of alcopops, which the Law Commission had singled out as a favourite choice of binge drinkers and young women. The industry would be left to draw up its own voluntary code on alcopops, but the government would step in if it did not think the industry was acting on it. As well as giving councils a greater say in alcohol policy, the bill banned the sale of alcohol from convenience stores and restricted the promotion and sale of alcohol in supermarkets. -APNZ
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Often decisions made now won’t be popular with everyone but the outcome will have a significant benefit to those living and working here in the future. This week council will be considering a report regarding a possible corridor of properties in which the access road could be located for a second urban bridge across the Ashburton River. The east of Tinwald urban option is the option that scored the highest during the technical assessment and is the option that addresses the issues and achieves the project objectives. In order to prepare the report for council’s consideration we have been contacting directly affected landowners to discuss impacts on their properties. Comments and information provided at these meetings will be included in the report that goes to council. Directly affected landowners will also be asked to comment on a number of possible roading alignments on their property and other directly affected properties.
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Reay goes to ground By Kurt Bayer The three main protagonists highlighted in a royal commission report into the CTV disaster have gone to ground. Principal engineer Alan Reay, construction manager Gerald Shirtcliff, and designer David Harding are all refusing to comment on the hardhitting report’s findings. Dr Reay, whose firm Alan Reay Consultants Ltd designed the sixstorey Christchurch office block that came down in the magnitude-6.3 quake, killing 115 people, claims to be still waiting for an official copy of the report. The report has been publicly available on the Canterbury Earthquakes Royal Commission website since it was officially released at 3pm on Monday. Dr Reay is criticised in the report for giving his inexperienced structural engineer David Harding “sole responsibility” of coming up with its design in 1986. He’s also fingered for not reviewing Mr Harding’s final plans, and also for playing a part in Christchurch City Council wrongfully signing off a building permit. Dr Reay did not respond to messages at his firm, Alan Reay Consultants Ltd, yesterday and was not at his Christchurch home. But his lawyer Willie Palmer claimed they are yet to receive an official copy of the report, which he described as being “disappointing”. “One assumes it’s in the post,” Mr Palmer said. Mr Harding, however, is working his way through the document with his own lawyer, Michael Kirkland. “It’s a fairly substantial document and we’re still considering it,” the lawyer said. Asked how Mr Harding reacted to seeing the contents of the report, which heavily criticises his design errors, Mr Kirkland said: “I can’t comment at this stage, until we’ve gone through it in some detail. “Christmas is right upon us, so I suspect it’ll be the new year before
we comment.” Dr Reay’s lawyer gave a similar timeframe for commenting publicly. Mr Palmer accepted that the public was keen to hear his client’s views on the report: “I certainly appreciate that. “We’re quite keen to get through it but it’s very difficult without having the actual report,” Mr Palmer said. “Dr Reay has looked at it on the royal commission’s website but we’ve only been able to skim read it. “It’s a detailed report, and will take some time to consider. Meanwhile, the convicted fraudster who oversaw construction on the doomed Madras St site has kept up his cross-Tasman vow of silence. Commissioners ruled there were “serious issues” with Mr Shirtcliff’s credibility, while also concluding he did not spend sufficient time on site during construction in order to “adequately perform the role of a construction manager”. They also said he was “not up to the job”. Questions were passed to Mr Shirtcliff via his Australian lawyer David Tucker yesterday - as has been the process when trying to get him to respond to a claim that he faked his engineering degree and stole the identity of a British engineer. “I’ve read your note, but I really don’t want to talk to you,” Mr Shirtcliff said from his Brisbane home. Some families who lost loved ones in the disaster want those responsible for its “pancake” collapse to face manslaughter charges. CTV receptionist Mary-Ann Jackson, who fled the collapsing building during the quake by sprinting out the front door, believes three people were responsible for the death of 16 of her colleagues - Dr Reay, Mr Shirtcliff and property manager John Drew. “I want them thrown all in the same cell together,” she said. - apnz
Horan and Peters clash By Adam Bennett
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Ashburton band The Grey Lads received plenty of applause at the Ashburton Senior Citizens Christmas Social.
Seniors celebrate with social Almost 100 members of the Ashburton Senior Citizens Club gathered yesterday to enjoy a concert, high tea and Christmas cake at the Seniors Centre for their Christmas social.
Organiser Yvonne Cherry arranged the entertainment, with several acts coming from the Ashburton Senior Citizens. “They are very talented people, and they are all from Ashburton,
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which is lovely,” she said. Singer Jim Burgess opened the entertainment, followed by the Grey Lads (Geordie Robinson, Dowell Peterson, Alan McQuarters and John Davis), Bethany McNally
NZ First Leader Winston Peters clashed with his former political protege Brendan Horan during their first time in Parliament together since Mr Peters threw Mr Horan out of his party. Following a meeting on Monday night NZ First’s board confirmed Mr Horan’s membership of the party had ended. Mr Horan was expelled from the NZ First caucus a week earlier amid allegations he took money from his dying mother’s bank account to gamble. On his way into Parliament yesterday afternoon Mr Horan said he found out about the board’s decision only from the media yesterday morning. He said he had suffered a similar fate to that of former Labour Party MP Chris Carter who was expelled from his party. In that case, unlike NZ First on Monday night, Labour followed “due process” by giving Mr Carter the opportunity to defend himself. During Mr Peter’s questioning of Prime Minister John Key about a deal to allow China Southern Airlines’ frequent flyers easier visa requirements when visiting New Zealand, Mr Horan seized an opportunity to ask a supplementary question. “Does the Prime Minister agree that natural justice and due process are relevant in the administration of the Immigration Act?” he asked. Picking up on Mr Horan’s line, Mr Key said they were relevant “and I think it’s important to be consistent when one’s applying that”. “I know that selection of people when they come to New Zealand is difficult but when there’s 171,000 a year that’s challenging, but when it’s one of eight you’d think you’d get it right” Mr Key said to laughter from MPs across the House. Mr Horan was one of eight NZ First MPs including Mr Peters elected to Parliament last year. The exchange prompted Mr Horan’s former caucus colleague Richard Prosser to tweet a suggestion that Mr Horan’s question had been written for him by National. - APNZ
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Some 379 buildings have been identified around New Zealand as being built in a similar engineering “genre” to the CTV Building, whose collapse in the February 2011 Christchurch earthquake claimed 115 of the 183 lives lost. At a press conference for the release of Volumes Five to Seven of the report
of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Canterbury quakes, Housing Minister Maurice Williamson said the identities of the so-called “non-ductile” buildings would not be released. However, a new building code covering their construction, which was due out before Christmas, was now scheduled for release early in the New Year. The commission of inquiry conducted specific inquiries into the catastrophic
failure of the CTV building, which saw floorplates pancake on top of one another, “leaving most inside the building with no chance of survival”. Among recommendations were several relating to the need for buildings to “have the capacity to resist seismic and gravity load actions in an acceptable ductile manner”. “The ability of a building to deform in a ductile mode and sustain its lateral
strength is more important than its lateral strength.” Williamson said it appeared the deficiencies in the CTV building, which involved engineering consultancy performed by a man later found to have obtained his qualifications fraudulently, was “looking like a stand-out, separate” event. However, when the “genre” of building style was examined, some 379 build-
ings had been identified as being built between 1985 and 1992, out of a total of 15,000 to 25,000 buildings thought to be risk-prone in New Zealand. It would be unfair and “very, very irresponsible” to building owners to release the list,” said Williamson. “If we know of a building not up to standard, we would red sticker it. We don’t know of a building like that.” - BusinessDesk
House sales reach Call for compulsory KiwiSaver five-year high By Brian Fallow
By Michael Dickison House sale volumes have hit a five-year high in the wake of booming prices. The Real Estate Institute released its monthly report yesterday showing sales up 24 per cent in a year. More than 7400 houses, worth $3.6 billion, were sold in November. Harcourts chief executive Hayden Duncan said the soaring property market of central Auckland – which has this year pushed prices to record highs – was spreading to all parts of the city and even affecting provincial New Zealand. “We would have suggested that [it was mainly central Auckland] up to last month, but it has spread more widely now. It’s in the west, south, north and east,” Mr Duncan said. “Most companies have just recorded their highest sales volumes, or close to them, in their histories.” Reinz figures showed sales volumes, and prices, increasing in 21 out of 24 areas in Auckland. Glenfield, Milford, Takapuna, Henderson, Mt Albert, Ellerslie, Panmure, Manurewa and Papakura all increased their sales by at least 30 per cent compared to November last year. The report said 40 per cent of all sales were in Auckland, or 53 per cent by value. There were almost $2 billion worth of residential sales in the city last month. Meanwhile, median house prices reached new record highs in Auckland, Otago and Canterbury. The institute’s chief executive, Helen O’Sullivan, said there had been a surge in new listings during spring but it wasn’t enough to meet demand. A trend to sell at auction had also become more widespread, she said. A new national record was also set for
the highest percentage of sales by auction, at 21 per cent. In Auckland, almost 39 per cent of sales were by auction. “We are seeing something of a change in the way that both buyers and sellers are approaching the market,” Ms O’Sullivan said. A drop-off in sales during December and January was likely as the holiday season disrupted auctions. Although such declines were annual, this year might see a more pronounced effect because of the higher percentage of auctions. Sales volumes dropped by half in 2008, from previous highs, at the onset of the economic downturn. But prices fell by only 11 per cent, according to the institute’s figures. So when a housing shortage squeezed the Auckland market this year, prices quickly rose beyond previous records. Mr Duncan said he had been expecting a housing shortage for the past two years, and it was now so severe that even if action were taken today it would take two to three years to alleviate it. “But the Government has done nothing to outline a detailed plan,” he said. “People who are thinking about purchasing and want to understand or consider what’s going to happen in the future, have to face housing prices only becoming stronger and the number of homes available becoming fewer.” Ms O’Sullivan said the institute had noticed a conservatism in the market despite its surge, with fewer investors buying properties. People were not as leveraged as they had been during last decade’s boom, she said. Mr Duncan said 31 per cent of Harcourts’ sales last month were to firsthome buyers, up from last year. - APNZ
The architect of KiwiSaver, Sir Michael Cullen, has called for it to be made compulsory, with higher contribution rates, and taxed at maturity to bring down the cost of New Zealand Superannuation to future taxpayers. In a speech to a conference in Wellington yesterday on long-term fiscal challenges, he said that as the number of people enrolled in KiwiSaver was already far higher than forecast “it is not a long step to make the scheme compulsory ... and over time gear it up to a level far closer to that planned in Australia”. That scheme is funded by a payroll tax of 9 per cent of income, soon to rise to 12 per cent. Cullen has had the Treasury model scenarios where KiwiSaver becomes compulsory from July 2016, with
everyone signed up as they turn 18 and the opt-out provisions on autoenrolment removed. All remaining adults would be enrolled in 2020. Contribution rates would be lifted back to 4 per cent from employees and 4 per cent from employers, with the latter rising 0.5 per cent a year until reaching either 6 or 8 per cent. Turning to how the costs to taxpayers of New Zealand Super might be reduced, while ensuring the retired continue to enjoy a guaranteed retirement income at least equivalent to today’s level in terms of relativity to wages, Cullen had the Treasury model a one-off tax of either 10 or 15 per cent of the amount accumulated in a person’s KiwiSaver account at age 65. The proceeds would be put into the New Zealand Superannuation Fund, also set up by Cullen, to partially
defray the cost of pensions to future taxpayers. The tax would not be retrospective, that is, it would apply only to accumulations starting with the introduction of the compulsory scheme. The various combinations – 6 or 8 per cent employer contributions with either a 10 or 15 per cent tax – all arrest the otherwise relentless growth in the cost of super by the 2030s. They reduce the cost by around 2 per cent of gross domestic product in 50 years’ time. An alternative, more politically problematic but delivering greater fiscal savings, would also make KiwiSaver compulsory and have the same contribution parameters. Instead of a tax upon withdrawal, it would require that half the savings be invested in an annuity. If that yielded less than the guaranteed retirement income it would be topped up by the taxpayer. - APNZ
‘Solid result’ for shopping channel By Ben Chapman-Smith As the first set of viewer ratings are released for The Shopping Channel, the company says it is more focused on how many people are buying than watching. The 24-hour channel launched on October 1 and ratings agency Nielsen has now provided the first snapshot of how things are tracking. In a four-week period starting on October 28, The Shopping Channel attracted 681,000 unique viewers. Chief executive Alistair Duff called that a “solid result”. “Any shop that can achieve 681,000 unique people through the front door is doing well, all potential buyers. “This is a very solid base for four
weeks, the number augurs well moving forward.” Owner Greg Partington said in July he was expecting more than 600,000 Kiwi women to tune to the channel every week. Duff said the Shopping Channel differed from other channels in that its primary focus was on selling products. “The most important figure to us is the number of people coming back to the channel. We focus on buyer numbers rather than audience numbers.” If the channel was able to release figures based on frequency of viewings, the ratings number would increase considerably, he said. “From our online purchasing traffic we have a high frequency of repeat buyers showing us that we have sig-
nificant repeat viewers. “These are not reflected in the unique views number.” The channel’s own internal figures showed 15 per cent of those who purchased in October made another purchase in November, he said. Customer numbers from October to November had increased by 25 per cent and December was on track for a 200 per cent increase on November. “We are never going to be happy as one can always do better,” Duff said. “We are constantly reviewing what we are doing and looking at ways to improve.” Broadcasting on Sky channel 18 and Freeview 18, The Shopping Channel went live with a visit from Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria to boost publicity. - APNZ
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of them being inundated with savage comments about their behaviour,” the paper said. Commentator Richard Littlejohn said: “Until they tried to present themselves as victims, I had a scintilla of sympathy for them. “But for Michael Christian and Mel Greig to invite the world to share their pain is unforgivable. I’m sure their remorse was sincere. Turning their public apology into a self-indulgent, self-justifying sobfest was, however, utterly nauseating. “I thought the Aussies were made of stronger stuff.” Whatever turmoil they were experiencing, he said, they had not endured a genuine human tragedy, unlike the nurse’s family and friends. The radio hoaxers said in TV interviews they were devastated, heartbroken and sorry if they unwittingly had any part in the nurse’s death. “If we played any involvement then we’re very sorry for that. And time will only tell,” said a tearful Greig. “We’re incredibly sorry for the harm that we may have helped contribute (to),” said Christian. They said there was no malice in their prank. Greig said she was prepared to attend any inquest in London and see the nurse’s family face to face. “If that’s something that they want to do, to get some closure, then I’ll do that,” she said. “It was meant to be a silly little prank
that so many people have done before. This wasn’t meant to happen.” The radio station’s owner, Southern Cross Austereo, reacted to growing alarm over the story by pulling the two hosts off air until further notice, axing their show, suspending all advertising on 2Day FM until further notice and suspending all prank calls across its network. The company also reportedly cancelled its annual Christmas party, instead making a donation to the Lifeline and Beyond Blue charities. The nurse’s family are devastated by her death and “miss her every moment of every day”, according to British Labour MP Keith Vaz, who met them at the House of Commons. Flanked by Jacintha Saldanha’s husband, Benedict Barboza, and her two teenage children, the politician said: “They want the facts to be established so that they can effectively grieve.” The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have sent their condolences to Saldanha’s family. Britain’s Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt, asked by Sky News what lessons needed to be learned, said: “I think we need to make sure that the right safeguards are in place, that the right training is in place, but I think it’s too early for me to say whether this is something which is just an individual prank that went horribly wrong. “My instinct is that this was an isolated incident with very exceptional circumstances.” - AAP
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A woman whose “hero” son was hacked to death with meat cleavers as he defended her in a home invasion has broken down in court as three young men received lengthy jail sentences for his murder. Thomas Byquar, 21, David Ramos, 20, and another man, 20, who cannot be named because he was a juvenile at the time, were engaged in “brutal and frightening” activities when, as members of a gang called the United Brotherhood they stormed the home of Kesley Burgess on July 1, 2010, the NSW Supreme Court heard yesterday. Mr Burgess, 25, died in hospital after he suffered 18 blows from meat cleavers as he struggled to protect his girlfriend and his mother, Tracey Burgess, who was wounded in the hand during the invasion at Lurnea in southwest Sydney. The three men had pleaded guilty to murder were sentenced yesterday to minimum terms of 18, 17 and 14 years, respectively, for murder and other charges including aggravated break, enter and steal and armed robbery. Other men have also been charged over the incident and their matters are still before the court. Paramedics were called to court yesterday to treat Ms Burgess, who cried and shook as the sentences were handed down. The court heard she sank to the floor during the home invasion and shouted, “Kill me, please kill me,” as her son was struck 18 times. In a victim impact statement read out in court earlier this year, Ms Burgess said her son was her “best friend” and a “wonderful young man”. “He was my hero,” she said. While accepting the three offenders were at the lower end of the gang hierarchy, Justice Johnson condemned their actions as “horrifying”. “The young men engaged in brutal and frightening activities whilst armed with machetes in circumstances which were likely to at least instil great fear in those
whose homes were being invaded,” Justice Peter Johnson said. The court heard the gang had carried out armed home invasions before Mr Burgess’ murder, including an attack at Ashcroft on June 29, 2010, when Byquar struck a man in the arm with a machete. The gang had also invaded a Warwick Farm unit they thought belonged to a drug dealer, but terrorised and robbed a woman instead. The court heard Byquar and the juvenile were two of a group of four men who entered Mr Burgess’s home later that night, while Ramos was their driver. Byquar, who was jailed for at least 18 years with a maximum term of 25, was one of the men who struck Mr Burgess with a meat cleaver, Justice Johnson noted. “He was no mere spectator in the Burgess home,” the judge said. The juvenile offender said he had been high on drugs for three days prior to the Burgess home invasion and he watched “in shock” as Mr Burgess was attacked. “He had concerns about the methods that were used,” Justice Johnson said. “But it did not override his desire for financial gain.” He jailed the young man for at least 17 years with a maximum sentence of 23 years. Ramos, as the driver, did not take an active part in the violence, but he was aware it was taking place, the court heard. “He saw bloody meat cleavers and bloody men leaving the Burgess house. Nevertheless he continued his assistance to his co-offenders,” Justice Johnson said. He sentenced Ramos to at least 14 years in prison, with a maximum term of 19 years. Taking into account time already served, Byquar will be eligible for parole in July 2028, the juvenile in July 2027, and Ramos in July 2024. Ms Burgess was briefly treated by paramedics before she left the court assisted by family members. She declined to comment to media, saying only she was “happy” with the sentences. - AAP
A unique day . . . Only once in a century does 12-12-12 tick over. Today is considered auspicious, however some are nervous it may signal the end of the world, although it is often confused with December 21. The latter is the date some believe the Mayan calendar predicts the world will end. Twelve is a number with mystic significance that occurs regularly throughout history and throughout the world. There were 12 Greek gods on Mount Olympus. There are the 12 days of Christmas, Jesus had his 12 apostles, and there are 12 signs of the zodiac. There are 12 people in a jury, 12 months in a year and 12 humans have walked on the moon. The song 12 Days of Christmas is being heard in shopping malls throughout the country this time of year and it represents the 12 days of Christmas festivities beginning on Christmas Day and lasting until January 6 when the Feast of The Epiphany is celebrated. In ancient Greek religion there were 12 Olympians who were the Gods of The Pantheon. King Arthur is said to have defeated 12 rebel princes and won 12 battles against Saxon invaders as well as having 12 knights of the round table. Famous people born on December 12 include singer Frank Sinatra, actor Bill Nighy, writer Gustave Flaubert and painter Edvard Munch, and The Beatles recorded 12 studio albums. On December 12 in 1991 the Russian Federation gained independence from the USSR. In 1963 Kenya gained independence from Britain.
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ummer means barbecues and while we welcome the first few cook-outs of the season as the summer rolls on the regular diet of sausages, steak and meat patties starts to pall a little. While you can ring the changes with salmon, chicken and any other meat or veg combo that takes your fancy it’s easier and cheaper to ring the changes with sauces, chutneys and salsas. They’ll add a new twist to an old food story.
Easy barbecue sauce
½ C tomato sauce 2 T brown sugar 2 T Worcestershire sauce 1 T cider vinegar 1 dash hot sauce, such as Tabasco 1 clove garlic, crushed ¼ t mustard powder ¼ t salt
• In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together all ingredients • Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat • Allow to cool slightly before brushing on your favourite barbecued meats Stout barbecue sauce
2 T vegetable oil 1 medium onion, finely diced 250ml tomato sauce Small bottle of stout ¼ C molasses 1 T Dijon mustard ¼ C apple cider vinegar 1 T brown sugar 1 T Worcestershire sauce salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering • Add the onion and cook until lightly browned, about 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally • Stir in the tomato sauce, beer, molasses, mustard, vinegar, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer • Cook until sauce is reduced, about 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally • Season with salt and pepper to taste • Transfer the sauce to a blender and puree until smooth South Carolina mustard sauce
¾ C prepared yellow mustard ½ C honey ¼ C apple cider vinegar 2 T ketchup 1 T brown sugar
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Heat oil in pan. Add the capsicum, corn, garlic and cumin Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally Remove from heat and stir in the coriander and mint Mediterranean salsa
4 green kiwifruit, peeled and diced 1 C avocado, peeled, pitted and diced 1 C papaya, peeled, seeded and diced ¼ C red onion, diced ¼ C coriander, diced 2 T lime juice 1/8 teaspoon salt
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½ C sun-dried tomatoes ½ C pitted black olives ¼ C capers, rinsed and drained ¼ C flat leaf parsley, chopped 2 T extra virgin olive oil
4 tamarillos, peeled and chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 1 T brown sugar
• Combine the tamarillos and onions • Add the brown sugar and mix well
• Coarsely dice sun-dried tomatoes and olives • Combine with the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and toss well Pineapple salsa 1 x 430g can pineapple rings in juice, drained 1 T red onion, very finely chopped ¼ red capsicum, finely chopped Handful fresh coriander, finely chopped Squeeze of lemon or lime juice 1½ T sweet chilli sauce
GEMINI (May 22nd Jun 21st) This is a very important few days for relationships, or perhaps I should amend that - this can be a very important month for relationships. But it’s not just the messages and responses you are receiving that count. What you are sending out is also important. You can just seem to create a really great vibe that someone will want to follow.
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hough black-eyed peas have been around forever, they generally don’t get a lot of attention. But I think you really ought to give them a second look. These peas — which really are a bean — originated in Africa and found their way to ancient India and Asia thousands of years ago. As early as the 5th century people were eating them for good luck on New Year’s Eve. But they didn’t make their way to America until the 18th century, a product of the slave trade. It was during the Civil War that black-eyed peas became a staple of the Southern diet, as well as token of good luck in the new year in that part of the country. The story goes that as the Union army stormed through the South appropriating crops and livestock as provisions, they turned up their collective nose at black-eyed peas. The troops in blue considered them mere “field peas,” fit for livestock, not people. In this way, black-eyed peas, paired up with greens, became a dietary staple of the surviving Confederates. This was, in fact, a stroke of singular good luck. Black-eyed peas are supernutritious — high in potassium, iron and fibre, and a terrific source of protein. Pair them with greens and you’re looking at an incredibly healthy dish. On New Year’s Eve in the American South, each of those ingredients takes on symbolic value: the peas are coins, the greens are bills. Put some cornbread on the side and you’ve got gold, too. This recipe is a mash-up not only of a traditional favourite from the American South, but also of one from the Middle East. I’m talking about falafel. As a New Yorker, I’ve been eating at falafel stands throughout the city my whole life. Typically, the dish is based on ground chickpeas (or sometimes fava beans), combined with tahini (sesame seed paste), and served with a garlicky lemon sauce. Jam these delicious little deep-fried nuggets into a pita with some shredded lettuce and heaven is just a bite away. My falafel are not deep-fried, but you’re not going to miss it. I create the crust we crave by coating the falafel with breadcrumbs, then sauteing them. And I don’t puree all of the peas. I hold some back, then add them to the batter for texture later. I made each falafel “mini” for entertaining purposes, then top them with a light, spicy garlic mayo instead of the usual tahini sauce. The finishing touch is chopped spring onions, my nod to the greens part of the original good luck dish. And, naturally enough, I believe that no matter how or where you celebrate the New Year, this tasty little hybrid will contribute not only to your good luck, but your good health and happiness, too.
2 fresh mangos 2 peeled roasted red peppers 2 avocados 2 ripe tomatoes 1 red chilli 1 t lemon juice ¼ finely chopped mint ½ C finely chopped coriander
• Mix all of the above together with avocado oil and a splash of fish sauce • Sit for an hour to allow flavours to develop
LEO (Jul 24th - Aug 23rd) With so much going on, being spontaneous may not be easy, especially if you have other people to consider or factor in. However, the rest of this week is actually perfect for breaking out and doing something more daring and scintillating. You might even be in the mood to shake someone’s opinion. That person may even be you, but why not?
VIRGO (Aug 24th Sep 23rd) You can find yourself thinking a lot about your emotional roots. Perhaps it’s the thought of spending time with your folks or extended family over the holiday. If you are fortunate enough to have very close relationships and kinship, the thought of seeing people can start to excite you. Unfortunately, the converse can also be true if things are not so blissful.
¾ C breadcrumbs Chopped spring onions to garnish
• In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add the onion, reduce the heat and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until it has softened. Add 1 teaspoon of the garlic, the cumin, coriander and the cayenne. Cook for 1 minute, then transfer to a medium bowl. • Drain and rinse the black-eyed peas. Pulse them in the food processor fitted with the chopping blade just until they are coarsely chopped. Remove ½ C of the chopped black-eyed peas and add to the onion mixture. • To the remaining black-eyed peas in the processor, add the egg, tahini and salt. Process until very finely ground, then stir them into the onion mixture. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, prepare the spicy aioli. • In a small bowl stir together the mayonnaise, remaining ½ teaspoon of garlic and the hot sauce. Set aside. • Once the black-eyed pea mixture has chilled, shape it into 18 patties (the mixture will be loose). • Spread out the breadcrumbs in a pie plate lined with waxed paper, then one at a time dip the patties into it to coat on all sides. Shake off any excess. • In a large skillet on medium, heat 2 tablespoons of the remaining oil until hot. Working in batches, add the falafel patties and cook until crisp and golden on one side. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and turn the patties; cook for 3 minutes, or until crisp and golden. • To serve, arrange the falafel patties on a platter and top each with aioli and a sprinkle of pring onion. - AP
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4 T extra-virgin olive oil, divided ½ C finely chopped yellow onion (1 small onion) 1½ t minced garlic, divided ¾ t ground cumin ½ t ground coriander ¼ t cayenne pepper 440g can black-eyed peas 1 large egg 2 T well-stirred tahini ¼ t kosher salt ½ C low-fat mayonnaise 1 t lemon juice ¼ to ½ teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
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LIBRA (Sep 24th Oct 23rd) Whatever you say today, even if you sugar coat it with your usual diplomacy, you can express yourself with real conviction. In fact, your words, thoughts and personality will come into their own in the most wonderful ways in the next few weeks. Of course, this is perfect for such a lively and sociable time of year but discussions can have more serious benefits too.
SCORPIO (Oct 24th - Nov 22nd) People can give you powerful feedback. We all need our friends and family to encourage us but of course it doesn’t always happen. However, the next week can see you receive a card, present, text or email which helps to reinforce your self-belief and confidence. Whatever you do, try to see your proverbial glass as half full, not half empty.
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CAPRICORN (Dec 22nd - Jan 20th) Getting greetings cards is a traditional part of this time of year but getting updates from old faces and places can now hold particular resonance. You can find yourself being nostalgic and may even pick up the phone and catch up on all the news. Equally, if you are apart from anyone you love or have endured a separation, things can be more piquant.
AQUARIUS (Jan 21st - Feb 19th) Your mood can be elevated as you appreciate the specialness of the people in your circle, especially more established players, but this can also be a time when you make new friends and acquaintances, and how so. You are certainly the ‘must have’ name on every party guest list. If this is not immediately obvious, be assured it soon will be.
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Mount Hutt College students entertain during yesterday’s Year 9 and 10 prizegiving. Mathematics, Music and Social Studies; Merit in Art and Digital Technology. Brooke Sandys – Excellence in Art, Design and Visual Communication, Digital Technology, English, French, Home Economics, Mathematics and Science: Merit in Physical Education and Social Studies.
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Gathered for the final time this year, Year 9 and 10 students at Mount Hutt College.
Abbey Brady – Excellence in Science. Chelsea Klever-Muir – Excellence in Music. Renz Monsanto – Excellence in English for Speakers of Other Languages. Liam O’Reilly – Excellence in Social Studies. Joshua Pearce – Excellence in Physical Education. Joyse Lopez-Ramirez – Excellence in Science. Dylan Sheehan – Excellence in Music. Hamish Begg – Excellence in Social Studies; Merit in Science. 2012 Social Studies Current Events Prize for Outstanding Contribution to Current Events. Mariah Kennelly – Excellence in Design and Visual Communication; Merit in Art. Rebecca Spittal – Excellence in Art; Merit in Social Studies. Daniel Binsted – Excellence in Mathematics; Merit in Digital Technology and Science. Aiden McConaghy – Excellence in Art; Merit in Science and Social Studies. Tiffany Nordqvist – Excellence in Social Studies; Merit in French and Physical Education. Mark Wilson – Excellence in Social Studies; Merit in Mathematics and Science. Emma Luscombe – Excellence in French; Merit in Art, Design and Visual Communication and Music. Samuel Kemp – Excellence in Art; Merit in Digital Technology, Home Economics, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Bailey Kinvig – Excellence in Mathematics and Science; Merit in Design and Visual Communication. Rhoda Nacis – Excellence in Art and French; Merit in Science.
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Year 10 Keigen Friis – Excellence in French; Merit in Mathematics. Chavaun Neill – Excellence in Home Economics; Merit in Art. Cameron McLeod – Excellence in Physical Education; Merit in Agriculture, Digital Technology and Technology. Dean Wilson – Excellence in Science; Merit in Business Studies, Mathematics and Social Studies. Juliette Lewis – Excellence in Home Economics; Merit in English, Mathematics, Physical Education and Social Studies. Naoki Hirao – Excellence in Art and Design and Visual Communication. Ella Ahearn – Excellence in Agriculture and English; Merit in Business Studies and Digital Technology. Caleb Early – Excellence in Business Studies and Science; Merit in English and Mathematics. Robert Todhunter – Excellence in Physical Education and Science; Merit in Mathematics and Social Studies. Devin Francis – Excellence in Art and Physical Education; Merit in Business Studies, Design and Visual Communication and Mathematics. Aira Alombro – Excellence in Business Studies and Mathematics; Merit in Art, Digital Technology, Music, Science and Social Studies. Matthew Jones – Excellence in Business Studies, Digital Technology and Mathematics; Merit in Science. Kieran Scott - Excellence in Business Studies, Science and Social Studies; Merit in Mathematics.
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Khyle Billedo – Merit in French. William Callaghan – Merit in Art. Jacob Corbett – Merit in Social Studies. Gregory Glanville – Merit in Physical Education. Shae Harkness – Merit in Digital Technology. Hannah Helem – Merit in Music. Shivnil Kumar – Merit in English for
Speakers of Other Languages. Samuel McDonald – Merit in Music. Courtney Maher – Merit in French. Declan O’Neill – Merit in Physical Education. Douglas Richards – Merit in Art. Liam Sheppard – Merit in Physical Education. Holly McTigue – Merit in Physical Education. Jessica Bloomfield – Merit in Science and Technology. Caitlyn Fleming – Merit in Art and Social Studies. William Jessep – Merit in Digital Technology and Mathematics. Michael Hampton – Merit in Mathematics and Science. Belinda Norrie – Merit in Design and Visual Communication and Digital Technology. Ella Riordan – Merit in Design and Visual Communication and Home Economics. Brianna Bruce – Merit in English, French and Social Studies. Andrew Henderson – Merit in Art, Mathematics and Science. Laura Muckle – Merit in English, Mathematics and Music.
Year 10 Pearly Aburquez - Merit in English for Speakers of Other Languages. Joebeth Caranay – Merit in Home Economics. Georgina Hemsley – Merit in Art. Shannon Hislop – Merit in Digital Technology. Samuel Luscombe – Merit in Science. Daniela Lopez-Ramirez – Merit in Mathematics. Lucy Schikker – Merit in Art. Ryan Tankard – Merit in Digital Technology. Tyler Blackburn – Merit in Physical Education and Technology. Oliver Callaghan – Merit in Physical Education and Science. Jessica Cavill – Merit in Art and Mathematics. Emily Chamberlain – Merit in Design and Visual Communication and Digital Technology. Phillippa Fleming – Merit in Home Economics and Science. Nicola Baxter – Merit in Agriculture, Business Studies and Home Economics. William Todhunter – Merit in Mathematics, Physical Education and Social Studies.
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Rosie Suyker – Excellence in Digital Technology and Physical Education; Merit in Music. Annabelle Osborne – Excellence in Art and Design and Visual Communication; Merit in French, Physical Education and Technology. Ethyn Sturm – Excellence in Mathematics and Social Studies; Merit in Digital Technology, English, French and Science. Keegan Marsh – Excellence in Digital Technology and Physical Education; Merit in Design and Visual Communication, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and Technology. Edward Birchler-Stockdill – Excellence in Design and Visual Communication, Music and Science; Merit in English, Mathematics and Social Studies. Melanie Haworth – Excellence in English, French and Social Studies; Merit in Design and Visual Communication, Digital Technology and Science. Dallas McLeod – Excellence in Mathematics, Physical Education and Technology; Merit in Art, Digital Technology, Music, Science and Social Studies. Anna Ikenaga – Excellence in Art, Design and Visual Communication, English, French and Science; Merit in Home Economics, Mathematics, Music and Social Studies. Bonnie Thorpe – Excellence in Art, French, Mathematics, Physical Education and Social Studies; Merit in Design and Visual Communication, English, Home Economics and Science. Benjamin Todd – Excellence in Art, Design and Visual Communication, Home Economics, Mathematics and Science; Merit in Digital Technology, English, Music, Physical Education and Social Studies. Emily Talbot – Excellence in Design and Visual Communication, English, French,
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Excellence awards
The Ashburton Trading Society and Methven Supervalue Prizes for General Excellence in Year 9: Courtney McClintock – Excellence in Art, Design and Visual Communication, Digital Technology, French, Home Economics, Mathematics, Music, Science, Social Studies and Technology.
Kate Wild – Excellence in Agriculture, Art and Home Economics; Merit in Mathematics. Dakota Johansen – Excellence in English, Home Economics and Social Studies; Merit in Business Studies and French. Frederick Wright – Excellence in English, Mathematics and Science; Merit in Business Studies and Social Studies. Claire-Louise Davies-Stewart – Excellence in English, Mathematics and Music; Merit in Art, Business Studies, Design and Visual Communication and Science. Rhys Fitzgerald – Excellence in English, Mathematics, Physical Education and Social Studies; Merit in Science. Charlie Jackson – Excellence in Business Studies, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies; Merit in Physical Education. Jesse Houston – Excellence in Art, Design and Visual Communication, Physical Education and Technology; Merit in English and Social Studies. Abigail Fergus – Excellence in French, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies; Merit in Business Studies, Design and Visual Communication, English and Home Economics. Mikaeli Lalor – Excellence in Art, Design and Visual Communication, Digital Technology, Mathematics and Social Studies; Merit in Business Studies and Science. Mallory Oram – Excellence in Art, Home Economics, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies; Merit in English, French and Physical Education.
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Contribution to Art - Melanie Haworth Choir, Award for Dedication and Commitment to Choir - Caitlyn Fleming Cricket, Most Promising Player - Oliver Callaghan Golf, Methven Golf Club Trophy (Fair Play) - Rory Maxwell Hockey, Boys’ Player of the Year - Callum Stocker Hockey, McCloy Trophy for most improved player Edward Birchler-Stockdill Netball, McTigue Cup (Sportsmanship in Junior Netball) - Nicola Baxter Orchestra, Dedication and Commitment to Orchestra - Emily Talbot Performing Arts, Thirza Currie Trophy for commitment to the Performing Arts - Claire-Louise DaviesStewart Year 9/10 Most Improved Rock Band, Bass Courtney McClintock Rugby, Leadership and Sportsmanship Trophy Cameron McLeod Football, Best All Round with the Methven Football Club Trophy - Dean Wilson Football, Most Promising Player - Liam Sheppard Swimming (National Age Group Representative) Claire-Louise Davies-Stewart Written and Spoken Communication: Le Lievre Family Cup for Excellence in Intermediate Written and Spoken Communication: Mikaeli Lalor
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ASHBURTON DISTRICT COUNCIL
AVAILABLE RENTALS 37 River Terrace Three Bedrooms + Extra Living Area Web ID AS463 $360 per week 37A River Terrace One Bedroom Web ID AS466 $230 per week 52A Princes Street Three Bedrooms Web ID AS458 $420 per week 3 Reflection Place Four Bedrooms Web ID AS460 $470 per week 17 Mona Square Four Bedrooms Web ID AS461 $340 per week 15 King Street Three Bedrooms + Sleep out with Ensuite Web ID AS464 $340 per week 69 McMurdo Street Two Bedrooms Web ID AS467 $270 per week 110 Thomson Street Three Bedrooms Web ID AS469 $330 per week 9 Suffolk Street Two / Three Bedrooms Web ID AS468 $310 per week
PUBLIC NOTICES
ACCOMMODATION, RENTAL
NOTICEBOARD
12 December 2012
Short Street Studio
The Ashburton Resource Recovery Park will be closed on Tuesday 25th and Wednesday 26th December 2012 and Tuesday 1st January 2013.
Ashburton
Kerbside refuse and recyclables programmed for collection on Tuesday 25th December 2012 and Tuesday 1st January 2013 in Netherby and Hampstead will be collected on Monday 24th December 2012 and Monday 31st January 2013 respectively. Kerbside refuse and recyclables programmed for collection on Wednesday 26th December 2012 and Wednesday 2nd January 2013 in Allenton (bounded by River Terrace, Farm Road, West Street, River side of Harrison Street and the mountain side of Tinwald) will be collected on Thursday 27th December 2012 and Thursday 3rd January 2013 respectively. There are no changes to any other collections. Please ensure all rubbish and recycling is placed at kerbside by 7.30am on collection day. R ROUSE Operations manager
RESOURCE CONSENT APPLICATION Application for Resource Consent - LUC12/0091 Ashburton District Council has received the following application: Applicant: Ashburton District Council Proposal:
60A Princes Street Three Bedrooms Web ID AS465 $370 per week
References required
The Council is hereby notifying you pursuant to section 95A of the Resource Management Act of an application for resource consent made by the Ashburton District Council to establish and operate a sport and leisure centre including swimming pools, fitness centre, sports courts (4 indoor and 2 outdoor), ancillary retail activities, administration offices, spectator seating, signage and landscaping as well as parking for 187 vehicles and associated onsite pickup/ dropoff areas and for the storage of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to, LPG and chlorine). Primary access will be from River Terrace (State Highway 77) approximately 55m north of the Walker Street intersection. A secondary access will be provided from Smallbone Drive approximately 260m from River Terrace.
Alana 0274-736-825
Location:
Michelle 027-77-66-497
If you wish to make a submission on this application you may do so by sending a written submission to the Ashburton District Council no later than 5pm, Thursday 31st January 2013.
The sport and leisure facility will be established on a property legally described as Section 3 SO20137 and Rural Sections 40629 and 40969.
Submission forms are available from the Ashburton District Council office or from the Council website (http://www.ashburtondc.govt.nz/).
Rentals
77B McMurdo Street: Brand new, 3 bedrooms, ensuite, heat pump, internal access double garage. $395 pw. Available 20 Dec 2012 196 Harrison Street: Spacious brick home, 4 bedroom plus ensuite, kitchen/dining, separate lounge. Internal access to double garage. $450 per week. Available 26 Jan 2013 19 Wellington Street: Great 2 bedroom property plus sleepout. Close to town. Easy care section. $270 per week. Available 16 Dec 2012 27 Aitken Street: 3 bedroom brick home with open plan kitchen dining lounge, separate family room/ fourth bedroom. $310 per week. Available 21 Dec 2012 Racecourse Road: Fully furnished, 2 bedrooms, Long term, power, phone, broadband and sky all included in the rent of $450 per week. Available Now 166 Barkers Road METHVEN: 3 bedroom furnished home 3km out of Methven. Log burner, Bathroom bath and separate shower, main bedroom ensuite and walk in robe. Double garage to be built in Jan 2013. Available 03 Jan 2013. $380 per week.
Call Annie on 03 308 4018 or AH 027 287 3388 Burdett Real Estate Licensed Real Estate Agent (REAA 2008)
To LeT
The submission must be dated, signed by you, and include the following information:1. Your name and postal address and telephone number and fax number (if applicable): 2. Details of the application in respect to which you are making the submission, including location: 3. Whether you support or oppose the application: 4. Your submission, with reasons: 5. The decision you wish the consent authority to make: 6. Whether you wish to be heard in support of your submission: A copy of your submission must be served as soon as reasonably practicable on the applicant whose address for service is: Resource Management Group PO Box 9053 Tower Junction Christchurch 8149 Attention: Graham Taylor
RELIABLE working family with one dog, require two three bedrooms house to rent in the Ashburton area. Phone 027-333-2693. TO rent - two bedroom townhouse, central location, no pets. References required. $260pw. Ph 308-1670.
10.00am - 4.00pm (53 Short Street, opp Borough School)
FARM EQUIPMENT
Rakaia
WANTED!
You are warmly invited to share this special time with us!
Chapman’s Garage A mechanically skilled person. What have you got to offer us? Ring David on 03 302 7156 or 027 697 0486 ACCOMMODATION, RENTAL TWO bedroom townhouse with double garage. In quiet Netherby area, (no dogs). $270 per week. Ph 03-3239099 after 6pm or leave a message.
Boat ready to launch?
Bring it in for a checkup with the Marine experts at D&E 153 Moore St 03 307 7620
Don’t let your boat ruin your holiday! Bring it into D&E for a service and enjoy peace of mind boating 153 Moore St 03 307 7620
Birthday Greetings
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For all your cake decorating requirements.
The Arcade, Ashburton 03 308 8287
Joshua Holland 5 years old today! Enjoy your school days, love from Mum, Dad, Sarah, Ben and Sam.
Happy Birthday
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Birthday Greetings are free for those aged 12 and under only. Free birthday greetings must be received at least two working days before date of insertion otherwise there is no guarantee that it will appear on the day requested. Photos will be available at our ground floor office for collection after notice has appeared in the paper.
THREE bedroom town house. Near new, Double garage, Heatpump, open plan, Ref required, $350 per week. Ph Jason 027-7421477. TO RENT: sunny, tidy two bedroom flat, heat-pump and single garage. Central. No pets. Suit mature tenants. References required. $240/pw. Ph 308-7749. TWO bedroom flat. Park Street (town end). Has fridge, washing machine. No dogs. Call 308-2650 or leave a message.
"------------------------------Name: ......................................................................................................... Address: ...................................................................................................... ................................................................ Phone: ........................................ Numbers attending: Adults .......................... Children .................................. Special dietary needs: ................................................................................ Do you need help with transport (please circle one): Yes / No Would you like to perform at item at lunch (please circle one): Yes / No Please return this form to The Trevor Wilson Centre, 215 Tancred St, Ashburton, to Community House, 155 Tancred St, Ashburton or PO Box 581, Ashburton by Monday, December 17, 2012 if possible.
ASIAN, new 24 years, size 6, sweet, lovely, gorgeous body, busty 36DD, friendly service. Phone Alice 021-0264-7179.
Place your classified advert via your sales rep. ASHLEIGH FRASER
ADVERTISING CONSULTANT
TEL MOB
03 307 7975 021 892 425
Hours: Mon-Fri: 7.30am - 5pm Sat: 7.30am - 12 noon
FOR SALE 1000LTR caged tanks (I.B.C.). Ideal for water, milk, spray or waste oil. $100 each. Phone 027-2281467. for sale or hire, ex shipping: general and insulated. Sidelifter available for delivery. – Wilson Bulk Transport, Phone 308-7772. CONTAINERS
DO you or a loved one collect teapots? At The China Shop we have James Sadler collection of British icons, these make awesome gifts. The Arcade. FANTASTIC introductory price $280 for Denby ‘Cherry’ dinner set, made in England. For a limited time at The China Shop, The Arcade. GET in early. Dry firewood $170 per load. Ph 027-4399322.HUTT College uniform, MT summer skirt size 10uniform, and 18. MT HUTT College Winter size summerkilt skirt size20, 10summer and 18. shirts - 18, skirts - 18, Winter kiltwinter size 20, summer jersey Phskirts 027-245shirts - -18,102. winter - 18, 2953. jersey - 102. Ph 027-2452953.
The destination for jobs - Over 30 jobs every week The meeting place for Ashburton District employers and employees
To place an ad, call 307-7900 or classifieds@theguardian.co.nz SITUATIONS WANTED WORK wanted - relief milker (not sole-cups-on-inrotary), any other type of work. 10 years dairy farming experience. Own accommodation. 302-6647.
Wanted the right person for the job
Smallbone Isuzu
After Sales Manager • • • • •
Senior management and leadership Commercial acumen and industry knowledge Full business unit responsibility Ability to build and foster a team Customer focused
Smallbone Limited is a well-respected and successful franchised dealer dedicated to delivering outstanding service to our customers. It operates the Isuzu dealership in Mid Canterbury and South Canterbury offering full sales, parts and service for the entire range of products from Isuzu New Zealand.
In order to satisfy customer expectations the company is in expansion mode. One of the keys to meeting this need will be to grow the Isuzu brand in the region. This will be done by the appointment of an After Sales Manager who will be tasked with increasing our ability to meet these requirements. Smallbone Limited invites applications from motivated individuals with relevant experience to manage and lead the After Sales department. The successful candidate will organise the Service and Parts teams, ensuring that this vital part of the business runs efficiently and effectively. The key to success will be through building a team and furthering a culture that expects high levels of customer service to be a given. The successful applicant will require:
Place your job ads with our experienced team Deadline 2pm prior publication day
• Success in building a team and the ability to positively manage people. • Excellent communication and PR skills with exceptional customer service skills. • The ability to multi-task and think on your feet. • To be a self-starter with a proven track record in this field, and a; • Passion and dedication for the industry.
For the successful applicant there is potential to grow in a dynamic company with strong growth aspirations along with the opportunity to be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package. Experience and success in running a service operation is important. Likewise your team building skills and ability to positively manage people will be to the fore. This will be balanced by a commercial acumen that shows understanding for the bottom line and the ability to manage against targets. Initial enquiries and applications can be made to Scott Parker by email scottp@cagl.co.nz or by phone 03 307 9400. Applications will close 4pm Thursday 20th December 2012.
Our People, Our Place, Our Guardian
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ENTERTAINMENT JOY SUN, piano and violin concert. Free admission. Holyoake Auditorium, 7.30pm, Saturday, December 15. All welcome!
• Bark • Oamaru stone • Rocks • Organic compost • Sand • Screened soil • Home deliveries available Plus much more FREE loan trailer available! From a shovel load to a trailer load. Dobson Street West Ph: 307 8302
STEP into Smiths Footwear in the Arcade STEP into Smiths to view their range Footwear in latest the Arcade of Ziera Saimon to view theirand latest range footwear. of Ziera and Saimon footwear.
this advertisement kindly sponsored by the ashburton guardian
5 Baring Square West, P O Box 94, Ashburton 7740 Ph?307 7700 Fax 308 1836 - www.ashburtondc.govt.nz ACCOMMODATION, RENTAL
Ashburton District Christmas Community Lunch 2012 The lunch is being held at the Sinclair Centre, at the rear of St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Park Street, Ashburton at 12.30pm on Christmas Day and there is no charge. This lunch is for anyone who would like to share Christmas Day with others. If you have any questions please phone Maureen at 308 1200 and leave a message.
J DONALDSON Don’t let your boat ruin your holiday! Bring it into Environmental manager D&E forServices a service and enjoy peace of mind boating.
BOATS, ACCESSORIES
Registration for the
Ngaio McKee Margaret Digby Barbara Jaine Alison Ramsay
A copy of this application can be viewed at the Ashburton District Council offices, 5 Baring Square, Ashburton Public Library, Rakaia Mobil and Methven iSite.
To let, two bedroom flat, with heat pump, fridge and carport Address: Park St, Town end Phone: 308 2650 ACCOMMODATION, RENTAL
Continuing
Kerbside Collection Of Refuse And Recyclables And Resource Recovery Parks Closure
The Methven Greenwaste and Inorganic Materials drop off facility will be closed Wednesday 26th December 2012.
landscape supplies
Opening 4.00pm Friday, Dec 14
CHRISTmAS/NEW yEAR REFUSE & RECyCLINg
74 Eton Street Three Bedrooms Web ID AS470 $350 per week
Better in Blue
Art Sale Sat, Dec 15 & Sun, Dec 16
The Rakaia Resource Recovery Park will be closed on Wednesday 26th December.
FOR SALE
Casual Workers Required We currently have two positions at our retail store:
Account Administrator and Sales Assistant You will be required to manage general account duties (e.g. data processing and analysis) and should have good computer skills, with experience using MYOB. Your duties also include sales promotion and cash handling in our retail store. The ability to speak confidently and persuasively is important. You must be able to speak Chinese as you will mainly be dealing with tourist groups. A minimum of two years experience in accounting and sales is a must.
Retail Sales Assistants We require full time sales assistants to join our busy tourist retail shop based in Ashburton. If you can speak Mandarin, Cantonese or Thai, plus English, have have at least one years’ experience in sales particularly in dealing with overseas tourists and have a bright friendly personality, please send your current CV and job history details to jobs@farmerscorner.co.nz or to: The Manager Farmers Corner Ltd Cnr Longbeach Rd & S.H 1 Ashburton
Legal Executive / Legal Secretary We are a well-established firm located in Ashburton and have a strong business focus and commitment to providing our clients with the best advice and service. Continued growth in our practice has resulted in the need to recruit a full time Legal Executive / Legal Secretary specialising in commercial and property Law. The successful applicant will have at least three years experience in this specialised field, highly developed written and oral communication skills, a flexible “can do� attitude, a proactive work ethic and a sound knowledge of Word and Excel.
We require casual staff. Based in Ashburton out of town travel will be required to areas between Timaru to Christchurch.
An attractive remuneration package and pleasant working conditions are offered. We will treat all enquiries in strictest confidence.
Ideally you will have:
Please apply in writing enclosing a copy of your CV to:
• Experience in digger operating – drainage and direction drilling preferred but not essential as on the job training can be available • Special consideration will also be given to applicants with current STMS L1 and L2/3 non-practicing certification, digger operators, truck drivers, drill operators, locators and drainage labours. • A keen attitude, good work ethic, honesty and pride in your work • A full New Zealand drivers' license and own transport with preference given to Class 2 and 4 holders • Civil Underground Ltd has a drug and alcohol policy and all successful applications will be subject to a pre-employment screening test as well as ongoing random testing. Applicants for this position should have New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work permit. Please email resume and cover letter to: Tim Mahoney Manager tim@civilunderground.co.nz or phone Tim on 027 475 0817
The Staff Partner Argyle Welsh Finnigan PO Box 454 Ashburton 7740 Applications will close at 5pm on Monday 14 January 2013
Place your classified advert via your sales rep. BRIAN TIERNAN
ADVERTISING CONSULTANT
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03 307 7907 021 836 543 brian.t@theguardian.co.nz
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Mid Canterbury
Wednesday 12th December Open Homes 2 MCNICOL CRESCENT
FOR TENDER 209 WALNUT AVENUE
Wednesday 12th December 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Wednesday 12th December 12:45pm - 1:15pm
$218,000 22 BUCHANAN PLACE
Wednesday 12th December 5:30pm - 6:00pm
$495,000
ING TODAY
TENDER CLOS
Great Location
Storybook Picture
VIP: Very Impressive Property
Internet ID: 2227999
Internet ID: 2213320
Internet ID: 2201575
Established setting and immediate possession. A delightful warm and sunny family home in the sought after Allenton area. Featuring three large bedrooms, spacious flowing kitchen/dining/living spaces and excellent garaging. Tender closes on Wednesday 12th December 2012 at 4pm.
This cutie beckons. 2 Western bedrooms, watch the children play from the tiled conservatory, keep friends cosy with a heatpump and logfire. Dining/sitting nook offers open fire, nightstore in hall. Bath and shower. Private attractive grounds. Single garage. Good pathways. Handy to Netherby Shopping Centre.
Private and sunny family home in westside Cul de sac. Discerning buyer will appreciate quality. 3 bedrooms, large lounge, underfloor heating, heatpump, fire and spa in conservatory. Covered connection to double garage. Not a cent to spend. Book your appointment to view.
Mid Canterbury Real Estate Ltd MREINZ (A Member Of The First National Group) Licensed Agent (REAA 2008)
03 307 8317
www.ashfirstnat.co.nz
96 Tancred Street, Ashburton
ASHBURTON Hastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008
217 West Street ASHBURTON ashburton@propertybrokers.co.nz Telephone 03 307 9176
IT REALLY IS NICE
CHRISTMAS CRACKER
OPEN HOME
A HIDDEN GEM
OPEN HOME
WEB ID AU27928
EASTSIDE DEADLINE SALE 19/12 14 Wakanui Road Be impressed with the presentation and VIEW Wednesday 12 Dec 5.15 enjoy the lovely character and warmth 6.00pm this home has to offer. Recently 3 renovated and redecorated to a very high standard including aluminium windows, gas hot water and heating and replacement of the iron roof. A great 1 private outdoor decking and yard, good garage and off street parking really finish this.
OPEN HOME
WEB ID AU27964
EASTSIDE DEADLINE SALE 18/12 6 Kerr Street The time is right to purchase this well VIEW Wednesday 12 Dec 5.15 built three bedroom family home, great 6.00pm potential here. Separate lounge, dining, 3 kitchen area. Brand new Metro Eco log burner and heat pump. Wet floor shower in the bathroom, shower in separate laundry. Good garage and sheds, even a 1 hobby room.
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OPEN HOME
WEB ID AU27819
WESTSIDE DEADLINE SALE 18/12 21 Reid Crescent This timeless classic offers real style and VIEW Wednesday 12 Dec 5.30 class in a quiet westside cul de sac. The 6.15pm private garden has beautiful mature 3 plantings with various sheltered corners to relax and enjoy. Interior decor is sharp with modern kitchen and updated bathroom facilities. The lounge has a new 1 fire plus built in cupboards for media systems etc.
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EASTSIDE $263,000 1/43 Peter Street A really lovely two bedroom townhouse VIEW Wednesday 12 Dec 5.30 in a superb position close to all amenities. 6.15pm Tidy throughout with conservatory that 2 offers extra space to sit and relax. Being a front unit this will be a popular choice.
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47 Wilkin Street
Tinwald
• Three double bedrooms • Kitchen-dining-living, new carpet • Separate lounge with conservatory • Double garage plus sheds • Great 730m2 section www.pggwre.co.nz ID: ASH2175357
Deadline Private Treaty
Closes 2.30pm, Friday 14 Dec 2012 Open Home Dec 12, 12.30 – 1.30pm
8 Allens Road $235,000 Wednesday 10.30am - 11.30am • Fantastic starter to the property market • Classic red brick • Open plan kitchen dining • Separate lounge with log burner
View at www.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz AS031212
Vince Carr B 03 307 8714 m 027 434 6634
PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, Real Estate Agent, REAA 2008
TRADES, SERVICES
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Have your building experience stress-free with G&D Russell Builders • New housing • Alterations • Additions & maintenance • Commercial and farm buildings • All types of building work
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6 Burton Place $380,000 Wednesday 12 noon - 12.45pm • Peaceful cul-de-sac living • Three generous bedrooms • Private 664 sqm section • Great family home
View at www.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz AS021212
Call us today for all your building work.
G & D Russell Builders Ltd P/F: 03 308 5325 M: 0274 367 986 E: g-drussellbuilders@xtra.co.nz
FOR SALE
HIRE
ZIERA and Saimon new summer styles at Smiths Footwear in the Arcade. Step on in and see for yourself.
GENERAL hire. Lawnmowers, chainsaws, concrete breakers, trailers, and more. All your DIY / contracting work, Call and see U-Hire Ashburton. 588 East Street. Open Mon-Fri 7.30 - 5.30pm; GARAGE SALES Sat 7.30am - 5.00pm; Sunday 8am - 12.30pm. – Ph: 308 8061 A/h: 308 7460 CLEAN out your garage, by www.ashburtonuhire.co.nz advertising your garage sale in the Ashburton Guardian . LIVESTOCK, PETS – Phone 307-7900. GARAGE Sale. Saturday, December 15. 9am - 1pm. NEW seasons hay, suitable Rapley Street. Some lovely for horses. Phone 308-0137. Small bales. antiques and collectibles.
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8 Elmwood Grove $595,000 Wednesday 5.30pm - 6.00pm • Four - five bedrooms • Lovely setting on a 964 sqm section • Large deck great for entertaining • Great neighbourhood
View at www.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz AS300712
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Phone 308-6497 View at www.ashburton.harcourts.co.nz
8.30am. ASHBURTON STROLLERS CLUB. Leisurely walk to Mona Vale and Botanic gardens (cancelled). 9.00am-4.00pm. ASHBURTON BUDGET ADVISORY SERVICE INC. For free budget advice and workshop enquiries. Phone 307-0496. 60 Cass Street Consultancy House. 9.45am. MID CANTERBURY LADIES PROBUS. Monthly meeting. Doris Linton Lounge, R.S.A. 10.00am. ST STEPHENS ANGLICAN CHURCH. Holy Communion, Park Street. 10.00am. WAIREKA CROQUET CLUB. Tasmanian doubles 10 - 12noon. Golf Croquet doubles 2-4pm. Waireka Croquet, the Domain, Philip Street. 10.00am - 7.00pm. ASHBURTON ART GALLERY AND MUSEUM Open, Baring Square East. 10.00am - 3.00pm. ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM, Classic aircraft on display in Heritage hanger RNZAF Aermacchi RAF Harrier GR3. Seafield Road. 10.00am - 4.00pm. ASHBURTON DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY GROUP. Open for research, non members welcome. Upstairs in the Old Polytech Building. 254 Cameron Street. 10.30am. ASHBURTON LADIES PROBUS CLUB. Coffee morning, Cafe Central, Tancred Street. 10.45am. M.S.A. TAI CHI CLUB. Seated exercises final day for 2012. M.S.A. Social Hall, Havelock Street. 11.30am. ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Real women walking group. 48 Allens Road, Allenton. 1.00pm. WAIREKA AND ALLENTON CROQUET CLUB. Reciprocal singles at both clubs. 7.00pm. ASHBURTON ROSE GROUP. Christmas meeting, rose show. Speaker Maxine Urquhart. Catholic School Rooms. 7.00pm. ST PAUL’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Remembrance Service. 65 Oxford Street. 7.30pm. ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Real women walking group. 48 Allens Road. Allenton.
TOMORROW THURSDAY - DECEMBER 13 9.00am-4.00pm. ASHBURTON BUDGET ADVISORY SERVICE INC. For free budget advice and workshop enquiries. Phone 307-0496. 60 Cass Street Consultancy House. 9.30am. M.S.A. Tai Chi Club Beginners final time for 2012. Social Room, Havelock Street. 9.30am - 12.30pm. ASHBURTON TOY LIBRARY. Open, Phone 0273665475. Methodist Church hall, Baring Square East. 10.00am. ST DAVID’S UNION CHURH. Fit Kidz, 48 Allens Road. 10.45am. M.S.A. Tai Chi Club Qi-gong exercises final time for 2012, Social Room, Havelock Street. 1.00pm. ASHBURTON PETANQUE CLUB. New members welcome, we play in most weathers, near Ashburton Bowling club in the Domain, enter off West Street.
1.00pm - 3.00pm. ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM, Classic aircraft on display in Heritage Hangar, RNZAF Aermacchi RAF Harrier GR3. Seafield Road. 7.30pm - 9.30pm. GLENYS’ DANCE GROUP. Old time/Sequence dancing. Learn to dance. All welcome. Pipe Band Hall, Creek Road.
LIVESTOCK, PETS BUYER of unwanted animals. Cattle, bobby calves, horse and all farm animals. We also sell pet food. Call Nick’s Pet Food 0272-101-621 A/H 03-3227626. TWO rottweiler pups for sale. One girl, one boy. Phone/text 027-858-8946 for more details. NO DREAMERS!
PLANTS, PRODUCE
NEW potatoes. 40 Cameron 4 TINT-A-WINDOW solar Street. Orders taken for protective films, UV block, Christmas. Phone 308-7023. fade, heat and glare control, privacy and safety films for glass. FREE quotes NEW Maris Anchor potatoes 20 years local service. $2.50kg. 3 and 5kg bags. Bill Breukelaar - phone 146 Bremners Road, 0800-368-468. Ashburton. Ph 308-9059. www.tintawindow.co.nz. Open Mon-Sat 9.30am 4pm. HAY baler available. Small bales. Phone 308-0137.
SOUTHBERRY
LET OR LEASE
Open 9am - 6pm daily
WORKSHOP or shed with yard wanted, for parking of small trucks. Close to town. Ph Tim 027-475-0817.
56 Tinwald Mayfield Westerfield Road Phone 308 1338
MOTORING
No eftpos available and no Christmas orders taken please.
GREAT stocks of new and used kids bikes, ready for Christmas, at McKay and Donaldson Motorcycles, 734 East Street, ring Cliff on 308-7982. www.mckayanddonaldson. co.nz WHEEL Alignments at great prices. Maximise the life of your tyres with an alignment from Neumanns Tyre Services Ltd, 197 Wills Street. – Phone 308-6737.
TRADES, SERVICES
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Today’s Auckland RC fields, form, Centralriders Press Features Ltd Auckland RC Venue: Ellerslie Meeting Date: 12 Dec 2012 NZ Meeting number : 2 Doubles: 2 and 3; 4 and 5; 6 and 7 Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 5, 6 and 7 1 4.25pm LINDAUER 2200 MAIDEN $12,500, MDN, 2200m 1 53372 Caliburn (9) 58.5...............................P Taylor 2 x4023 Juggernaut Rock (7) 58.5.......... M Cameron 3 x6482 Didgeridoo (6) 58.5......................D Johnson 4 86x33 Mosquito (1) 58.5........................... V Colgan 5 00x62 Valediction (8) 58.5......................... A Calder 6 x7057 Volcanic Activity (3) 58.5..................S Collett 7 08x00 Baza (2) 58.5..................................... D Hain 8 3x534 Memory (5) 56.5............................... L Innes 9 904 Chucky’s Bride (4) 56.5................... S Spratt 10 57606 Rhythm Keeper 56.5..................... Scratched 2 5.00pm GEORGE FM 1400 3YOF MAIDEN $12,500, MDN 3YOF, 1400m 1 3x453 Capistrano Magic (8) 56.5........... D Johnson 2 22 Flamboyant b (9) 56.5................ M D Plessis 3 2x22 Gemini b (2) 56.5....................... M Cameron 4 62359 Coat du Roan (12) 56.5....S Shirahama (a2) 5 24 Costume b (10) 56.5............ R Hutchings (a) 6 68x25 Domineer (4) 56.5.......................M Coleman 7 2 Shaheen (7) 56.5.............................. L Innes 8 4 Carolina Island (1) 56.5................ O Bosson 9 4x55. Sarteagwen (3) 56.5.............. M McNab (a1) 10 755 Flamin Amy (5) 56.5...................... V Colgan 11 6 Sarnia (11) 56.5............................... S Spratt 12 9 Sheez All Heart (6) 56.5..............T Thornton 3 5.35pm PAYMARK 1200 RATING 65 $12,500, Rating 65 Benchmark*, 1200m 1 53122 Copacabana (8) 58.................K Chiong (a4) 2 x0212 Lady Chapel 57............................. Scratched 3 55x53 Melody Celebre td (2) 57.................N Harris 4 301 Casino Park d (1) 57..................... O Bosson 5 18x10 Aimees Gold d (3) 56.5................T Thornton 6 x19x3 Bronte Walk d (12) 56.5.................... L Innes 7 45327 Valencia’s Image d (4) 56.5.........D Johnson 8 14 Captain Scott d (10) 56.5............... V Colgan 9 1 Spitting Image d (7) 56.5........... M D Plessis
10 74031 Walsburgs Flight 56...................... Scratched 11 9x740 Monarch td (11) 55.5........S Shirahama (a2) 12 1 Flower Bomb 54.5......................... Scratched 13 8x318 Deo Volente 55.5.......................... Scratched 14 3178x Arizona Jazz db (9) 56.5..........M Cropp (a3) 15 76x6x Lady Gaga (6) 54.5 16 39x02 Mangaroa Mini td (5) 54.5......... M Cameron 17 16x75 Brondan 54................................... Scratched 18 59x97 Dontdyewonderin 54..................... Scratched Em: Deo Volente, Arizona Jazz, Lady Gaga, Mangaroa Mini, Brondan, Dontdyewonderin 4 6.10pm CARDINAL LOGISTICS MILE MAIDEN $12,500, MDN, 1600m 1 4x273 Uno Five (9) 58.5....................... M Cameron 2 0x2 Tuftane (6) 58.5...........................M Coleman 3 50x43 Lion Red (11) 58.5..................... M D Plessis
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4 358x0 Isdabicky (10) 58.5............................T Thornton 5 80x87 Strikeonce (13) 58.5....................D Johnson 6 08 The Last Star Way (2) 58.5............. A Calder 7 2 Castlzeberg (12) 57...................... O Bosson 8 2 Celtic Chief (1) 57............................. L Innes 9 863 Zaberto (3) 57...................S Shirahama (a2) 10 760 Dubleeago (4) 57........................... V Colgan 11 Gamer Royale (7) 57....................... C Grylls 12 86. All Of The Lights (5) 56.5................. M Wenn 13 737 Picture Perfect (8) 55..................... R Norvall 5 6.45pm EZGO GOLF CART RENTALS MILE MAIDEN $12,500, MDN, 1600m 1 572x4 Ryan John (12) 58.5........................ M Wenn 2 40292 Even Better (2) 58.5................... M D Plessis 3 576x3 Give ‘Em The Bash (8) 58.5........... V Colgan 4 8x406 Eastward (6) 58.5........................T Thornton 5 x7057 Volcanic Activity (7) 58.5..................S Collett 6 5x077 Reilly Starr (13) 58.5..................... O Bosson 7 70x00 Smart Odds (5) 58.5.......................... M Hills 8 2 Haoli b (9) 57.................................. A Calder 9 53 Alert (10) 57............................... M Cameron 10 584 Airzin Grace (3) 57.......................... C Grylls 11 35x53 Nineteen Forty b (4) 56.5.................. L Innes 12 0x Smuckers (1) 56.5........................D Johnson 13 x96x4 Mt Eden (11) 55............................... S Spratt 6 7.15pm BARFOOT & THOMPSON TWILIGHT CUP RATING 75 $15,000, Rating 75 Benchmark, 1600m 1 69444 Dancing Chief t (10) 59.....S Shirahama (a2) 2 179x3 Mons Calpe (8) 58.5....................T Thornton 3 233x0 Leadership 58............................... Scratched 4 25x61 No Emotion td (7) 57.5................C Dell (a2) 5 21x58 Saint Columbu (6) 57......................... M Hills 6 28x40 Essaouira d (2) 56.5...................M Coleman 7 151P Carbide d (16) 56.5....................... O Bosson 8 4x219 Red Dakota tdb (9) 56.5................... L Innes 9 x9475 Run To The Bank (11) 56................. C Grylls 10 59x23 Designacat (4) 55.5........................ A Calder 11 250x1 Princess Kyoto 55.5...................... Scratched 12 x3874 Splitsecond 55.5........................... Scratched
13 0x731 Classcoroc d (5) 55................... M D Plessis 14 748x0 Barry’s Joy (3) 54.5..................... L Satherley 15 0x726 Street Party t (13) 54........... R Hutchings (a) 16 52x66 Secret Whisper 56........................ Scratched 17 3452x Viking Ace (1) 55.5 18 00965 Hawick Park m (12) 55.5.................N Harris 19 10x80 Sinead d (14) 54 20 2230x Lucky Charm (15) 55.5 Emergencies: Street Party, Secret Whisper, Viking Ace, Hawick Park, Sinead, Lucky Charm 7 7.50pm DUNSTAN FEEDS CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER RATING 65 $12,500, Rating 65 Benchmark*, 1600m 1 03046 Alfonze (6) 59...................... J Whiteside (a3) 2 5x728 Confederate d (5) 59..................... O Bosson 3 50x06 The Prince (7) 58.5........................ V Colgan 4 144x3 Endorsement (11) 58................. M D Plessis 5 26x24 Ididit (1) 57....................................... C Grylls 6 01407 Riot Act (4) 57.................................. S Spratt 7 20x82 Skai Glow 56.5.............................. Scratched 8 9x649 Straight Furrow m (14) 56.5...........M Tanaka 9 30001 Busted Love d (12) 56.................C Lammas 10 6x415 La Grande Dame (13) 56.................. L Innes 11 6x231 Morning Oil (3) 56................ R Hutchings (a) 12 9x170 Elude t (8) 54.5............................D Johnson 13 3x789 Torque It (2) 54.5............................... M Hills 14 199x4 Rosenellis (10) 54.................... P Turner (a1) 15 x5478 Sir Reims (15) 55.5.................... M Cameron 16 69x67 Zarazen td (9) 55.5 17 7050x Bijoux 54....................................... Scratched 18 48033 The Prophecy 56.5....................... Scratched SELECTIONS Race 1: Valediction, Memory, Didgeridoo, Juggernaut Rock Race 2: Costume, Flamboyant, Gemini, Carolina Island, Domineer Race 3: Copacabana, Spitting Image, Valencia’s Image Race 4: Castlzeberg, Tuftane, Celtic Chief, Uno Five, Zaberto Race 5: Haoli, Ryan John, Nineteen Forty, Give ‘Em The Bash Race 6: Red Dakota, Designacat, Run To The Bank, Carbide Race 7: Morning Oil, Ididit, Confederate, Endorsement, Alfonze
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9 86776 Flayosc nwtd F &............................Turnwald 10 37867 Seong Duk nwtd U &.................. McCracken 4 1.04pm CROMBIE LOCKWOOD (NZ) LTD C1 C1, 305m 1 44377 Booze Up nwtd..........................J McInerney 2 75875 Evidence Locker nwtd.......................B Shaw 3 75525 Homebush Scotty 17.78................... C Clark 4 34153 Harper Mehl 18.10 S &....................B Evans 5 53246 Kezz 17.97...............................T McCracken 6 42473 Mega Upload 17.98..........................T Agent 7 86663 Tui Hotlips nwtd......................... S Gommans 8 42635 Lissadell Toby 18.06...................... D Donlon Emergencies: 9 86776 Flayosc nwtd F &............................Turnwald 10 37885 Gina Mac 17.71...........................J McArthur 5 1.24pm J P PRINT, PETONE C1 C1, 305m 1 23778 Thrilling Cloud nwtd.................T McCracken 2 72276 Frizzle Frazzle nwtd..........................T Agent 3 x8x85 Evie’s Fire nwtd.................................L Ahern 4 86665 Lightning Fever nwtd S &.................B Evans 5 48743 Ghost Chips 17.76 U &............... McCracken 6 75746 Kate Rose nwtd W &............................Brider 7 87441 Homebush Alex (c2) 17.90........J McInerney 8 54765 Sister Virtue 18.02.........................J Harland 9 86776 Flayosc nwtd F &............................Turnwald 10 87686 Maxi’s Mate nwtd...................... S Gommans 6 1.44pm BROAD ROOFING C1 C1, 305m 1 45453 Lara Pinter 17.58 U &................. McCracken 2 28574 Excited Royale 17.90.................. B Johnston 3 77858 Red Hot Dutch 18.26.................. S Drysdale 4 66738 Salvador Bale nwtd S &...................B Evans 5 88715 Thirsty Shayne 18.33.................... D Craigen 6 77887 Motor Mouth 18.25 W &.......................Brider 7 33728 Homebush Esme nwtd...............J McInerney 8 53735 Sydenham Bubbles nwtd...............J Harland 9 86776 Flayosc nwtd F &............................Turnwald
1 67781 Should Be Carlos 30.28.............J McInerney 10 87686 Maxi’s Mate nwtd...................... S Gommans 2 x4314 Lizzylicious nwtd...............................B Shaw 7 2.04pm MICKEY’S SUPER LIQUOR C1 C1, 305m 3 87633 Rollem Up Joany 31.07.............J McInerney 1 85568 Lotus nwtd U &........................... McCracken 4 87211 Lachie’s Lad (c2) nwtd......................B Shaw 2 27143 Another Snazza 18.02...............J McInerney 5 76332 Double Tapp 30.77.........................M Gowan 3 63884 Homebush Sue 18.17................... D Craigen ACROSS DOWN 6 35187 Archie’s Doll nwtd S &.....................B Evans 4 82763 Random Act 17.80...................... S Drysdale 31 Thrilling (c2) 30.53................. K Walsh 1. Present 2. Glory Depict (10) 5 38474 Calm Rita 18.41.......................... B Johnston(4) 7 nwtd F &......................Turnwald 6 31875 That Is All 18.26 S &..................C Blackburn(10) 8 47x61 Time Fraud 8. Play-list 3. Loyal (4) 9 1767 Pink Sock nwtd F &........................Turnwald 7 44585 Cawbourne Tina 17.86......................... L Bell 30.79..............................T Agent 9.R Youthful 4. Elf (6) 8 64662 Ronray Cruiser nwtd.............. M Bannister (8) 10 65582 Lucylicious 11 3.25pm PALAMOUNTAINS NUTRITION C2 C2, 305m 9 86776 Flayosc nwtd F &............................Turnwald 10. Volume (4) 5. Ally (6) 1 17367 Billy Haka 17.84................................ C Clark 10 58863 Upsala Jewel nwtd S &....................B Evans 12.C1Gag (6) 6. Difference (8) McArthur 2 17573 Red Herring 17.90.......................J 8 2.24pm GARY ROSS DECORATOR C1, 305m 3 84x38 Homebush Bazil 17.71.......................R Hunt 1 1414 Morning Light 17.81...........................D Hunt 14. Fatal (6) 7. Yield (4) 4 12557 Secret Star nwtd...............................T Agent 2 55583 Mister Whisker 17.69...................J McArthur 5 86441 What Where Whenyears nwtd................J 15. Stabbing (6) 11. 1000 (10) Harland 3 85367 Face The Demon 18.24.............. S Drysdale weapon 6 75871 Thrilling Jingle 18.01................. S Gommans 4 63454 Fawn Allegro 18.08..........................P Knight 17. Waver (6) 13. Runaway (8) 7 45135 Imperative 17.68......................... B Johnston 5 8568x Homebush Warrior nwtd................... C Clark 8 61857 Careless 18.07............................. L Bell 18. Hide (4) 16. Talk Lessen (6) 6 42446 Thrilling Squeal 18.01............... S Gommans Emergencies: 7 68557 Hit The Lip nwtd...............................S Fagan 19. Dogma (8) 9 18276 Scott17. Fraud18.05 (6)U &......... McCracken No Money 8 76422 Blair Ninety 17.97.......................B Goldsack Shaw 21. Certainty (10) 10 58583 Banbit18.nwtd.......................................B Step (4) 9 86776 Flayosc nwtd F &............................Turnwald 12 3.42pm THE ROCK 95.2FM C2F C2f, 305m 10 58863 Upsala Jewel nwtd S &....................B Evans 22. Deposit (4) 1 32212 Showtime 20. Peel (4) Addis 18.02.......................D Little 9 2.44pm WANGANUI SECURITY C2 C2, 305m 2 23512 Furious Response(c3) 18.05............... L Bell 1 75731 Pinta Guinness 17.71...................KSOLUTIONS Jackson TO PUZZLE 12,075 3 22314 Shari Jewel (c3)No 17.86 G &................M Hunt 2 46673 Nicki Haka 17.84........................J McInerney 4 43137 Piri 17.83. . .......................................... 3 x5448 Llamedos 17.86........................ S Gommans Across: 7 Ochre; 85 Inquest; 9 Tempest; 10 Alarm; L12Bliek 55311 Run Stacey Run (c3) 17.65 F &.....Turnwald 4 18614 Hello Ello 18.01........................... B Johnston Primordial; 15 Omnipotent; 18 Scour; 19 Glacial; 21Udy 6 37313 Agent Victor (c3) 17.97........................J 5 46633 Opawa Gift 17.81.............................S Maher Machete; 22 Alien. 7 82164 All The Rage 17.75 U &.............. McCracken 6 65155 Mainland Sonic 17.88................. G Holswich 8 22845 Homebush 17.69........J McInerney Down: C1 Clark Posthumous; 2 Shame;Rosebud 3 Fete; 4 Victim; 5 7 87613 Homebush Gwen 17.87.................... 9 65155 Mainland Sonic 17.88................. G Holswich 8 27241 Black Mercedes 18.04.............. S Gommans Squadron; 6 Regalia; 11 Malevolent; 13 Repartee; 14 10 11585 Raveon nwtd..................................M Gowan 9 77277 Scott Me Going 17.83 U &.Invoice; ......... McCracken 16 Tugged;LEGEND: 17 Vigil; 20 Ajar. 10 83768 Lilylicious 17.79................................T Agent fsdt - First Start Here nwd - No Win this Distance fstd First Start This Distance 31 13 - Best Winning Time This Track 10 3.05pm KEENAN CONCRETE C1 C1, 520m
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Hyundai i40 CRDi Wagon
By Roger Hart
ROAD TEST
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Hyundai’s i40 CRDi Wagon is a stylish, well made, practical and roomy wagon with plenty of standard equipment and character. All of which soon become pretty obvious when driving it certainly and justify its selection as it is one of the ten finalists in the NZ Car of the Year awards!
These days wagons certainly play second fiddle to SUVs. While the latter are well suited to Canterbury’s mostly long straight roads, some keen drivers, who need to carry lots of stuff or holiday luggage and encounter lots of corners, will prefer a sharper handling wagon. Like Hyundai’s eye-catching i40 that competes with Ford’s Mondeo, Mazda’s 6, VW’s Passat and Toyota’s latest Avensis Wagons. There’s six options for the i40 to choose from. Starting with the 2.0 litre,130 kW/ 213 Nm GDI petrol auto at $44,990, then peaking with the expectedly very well equipped,1.7 litre diesel CRDi Elite Limited at $59,990. The test CRDi had the smooth shifting, 6-speed auto, complete with paddles.
It’s priced at $48,990 while a 6-speed manual diesel costs $47,490. For the extra money for the Elite you get heated seats front and rear, 18inch alloys, six-disc sound system, proximity key with push button start/ stop, climate air, front/rear parking sensors and a reversing camera. To which the Elite Limited adds a dual, panoramic sunroof, heated steering wheel, power tailgate and more. The i40’s design and engineering teams were based in Europe. This is clearly evident from its striking, lean and classy silhouette which further expands Hyundai’s now trademark “fluidic sculpture”. And i40 is not just good looking but strong as well with lots of ultra high tensile steel being used. In this respect it has received top
Stoner tests a tintop Former MotoGP world champion Casey Stoner has moved another step closer to a career in V8 Supercars, impressing during a test day at Queensland Raceway yesterday. The two-time motorcycle world champion, who retired from that sport at the end of this year’s MotoGP campaign, drove Jamie Whincup’s Commodore at the test day with Triple Eight Race Engineering. With Whincup’s veteran team-mate Craig Lowndes offering advice, Stoner did well during the hit-out. Speculation continues to build the 27-year-old will race with the team in the Dunlop Series next year. “He’s doing a great job and has acquitted himself well,” team manager Adrian Burgess said. “We’re going through a range of spring changes, bar adjustments and letting him feel what a real V8 Supercar is like with a proper engine.” - AAP
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awards in Europe for the engineering of its body and in doing so, beaten the Germans at their own game! The development of new smaller capacity, fuel efficient, but impressively powerful engines to help reduce carbon footprints has really taken off. Which is just what Hyundai have done with their in-house developed, very quiet running 1.7 litre common rail, turbo diesel engine for the i40. This produces 100kW and a very usable 320Nm of torque between 2000 and 2500 rpm. Which means ever present and keen mid-range punch just where it’s needed with an absolute minimum of turbo lag. As well diesel keeps quiet even when driven hard. Meanwhile the 6 speed manual CRDi Wagons produce an extra 10Nm
of torque and also have stop/start technology for a quoted overall fuel figure of 4.5.l/100km. This for the CRDi auto is 5.6l/100Km, but the high 6s are more likely for everyday driving, even when some of this is of the “press on” variety! The cabin is airy and appealing with its bright blue illuminations for the dials and well placed controls on the sweeping dash. I liked the glossy black trim highlights as well. Controls on the steering wheel for the sound system, Bluetooth and cruise control. Then there’s plenty of adjustment seat and steering wise so it is easy for the driver to get comfortably set up on the good-sized, expectedly comfortable and supportive seat.
Despite that neat sloping roof-line there’s also more than enough room including head space for adults to travel in comfort the rear seat. If desired, the backrests of this can be reclined, depending of course what’s being carried behind. So how does the luggage area stack up? Well it’s flat, low and long and holds 550 litres seats up. Folding these flat (they spilt 60/40) increases this to a total of an impressive 1719 litres. The descending roof-line, will however dictate the height of items that can be carried with the back seats up. Nice touches include a useful cargo net, luggage cover and Hyundai’s usual fire- extinguisher and safety vest. It’s rated to tow 1500kg braked.
Safety-wise all i40s are ANCAP 5 star rated. In doing this they all have nine airbags, stability and cornering brake control, LED daytime running lights and headlights that swivel as you turn, all backed up by a strong and progressive set of brakes. As well the electronic parking brake has an auto hold for easy take-off on slopes. The i40’s ride and handling are both fine, for in most respects it feels just like a well set up car to drive with a sensible balance between firmness and comfort given its load lugging capability. So while the suspension is quietly soaking up the bumps, it steers precisely and remains nicely composed through corners where it holds on securely and predictably.
Tyre safety - don’t ever take it for granted Tyres are the four most important items on your vehicle! They provide the grip, traction, braking ability and keep you and your family on the road. Driving to Christchurch in last Friday’s torrential rain and realising that we could easily strike similar weather during holiday driving made me think about how many of us just take tyres for granted. And perhaps never take a decent look at them or check pressures until those tyres either are turned down
for a warrant of fitness or they get a puncture. Or, in the worst case scenario, a blowout. Had a chat to Ian Neumann and the guys from Mickey Thompson tyres about this, after which I have decided that every day should be tyre safety day. Particularly so when you are doing lots of holiday driving. OK, your tyres were warrantable in September, but how many ks have you done since then, and how far are you going to drive over the holiday period? Think about it! Take a look at your tyres and if you are in doubt take your vehicle to a tyre expert. Because if one or all need replacing there are so many sizes, brands, patterns and applications. Where do you start? Just do it! Next year we’ll be coming up with tips and suggestions regarding all-terrain tyres for SUVs and 4WDs. Advertisement
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Kiwi players could miss out By Michael Brown Olivier Rochus has been handed a wildcard to next month’s Heineken Open but there’s a distinct possibility that, for the first time in the tournament’s nearly 60-year history, no Kiwis will feature in the main draw. Rochus has twice reached the final of New Zealand’s premier men’s tennis event, including this year when he was beaten by world No 5 David Ferrer, but has dropped to 90 in the world rankings and outside the ranking cutoff of 61 for direct entries. But tournament director Karl Budge confirmed he had offered the Belgian a wildcard, leaving only two wildcard spots. Budge hopes to confirm another by the end of the week. He’s in talks with former world No 3 David Nalbandian, former No 7 Gael Monfils and promising American Ryan Harrison, but he has made no guarantees he will follow tradition and hand the third
wildcard to a New Zealander. Instead, he will hold off until the eve of the Heineken Open to see who is looking for match practice immediately before the Australian Open, in the hope of landing a big name. It’s not like New Zealanders have been presenting compelling cases for inclusion over recent years and even longer to when players like three-time winner Onny Parun were contenders. Rubin Statham, at 358, is the highest ranked Kiwi followed by Dan King-Turner (375), Michael Venus (514) and Artem Sitak (557). Statham was the last New Zealander to reach the second round when he beat King-Turner in 2010 and Mark Nielsen was the last to beat a foreign player when he dispatched Andreas Vinciguerra in 2002. “There are no guarantees [the third wildcard] will go to a Kiwi,” Budge said. “What I am looking at is weighing up the best options we have available at the time.
“I have two to play with between now and the tournament and one I will keep back to see who pops up at that time. “I have a responsibility of delivering the best possible players we can to provide the strongest field and best entertainment for tennis fans in New Zealand. “If I don’t have a big name, absolutely. “If it’s between giving it to someone like Rubin or Dan and a chap ranked 98 in the world no one has heard of, we would look at giving one to a Kiwi. “But if a big name is knocked out of Brisbane early and wanted some time on court, we would be silly to turn that down.” The best chance a New Zealander might have of making the main draw was to come through qualifying, although that has not proved an easy pathway. GD Jones did it in 2008 but was the first since Malcolm Elley in 1986. Most of the top Kiwi contingent will make the main draw of qualify-
ing by virtue of their ranking but Budge said he would hand them wildcards if needed. He also said he was considering giving one to promising 17-year-old Cameron Norrie. King-Turner said he understood where Budge was coming from but felt one wildcard should go to a home player. “It would be disappointing if a New Zealander wasn’t given a wildcard,” he said. “It’s our home tournament and it’s great to get the opportunity to play against top players. “If you can do well, it’s a great kickstart to the year. “A few years ago I went really close to beating Juan Ignacio Chela who was ranked 15 in the world. “After that match against someone of that quality, it gave me confidence going into the rest of the year and I had my best year.” - APNZ
al assignment could be up against England when they make their tour of New Zealand in February and March. Tim Southee and Kane Williamson will play their first match for Northern Districts this season and fellow international Daniel Flynn will also play against Otago on Friday. Northern will be without import James Foster, however, who returned to England for personal reasons. The Knights are optimistic he might return before Christmas for their Boxing Day clash with the Auckland and will confirm their playing squad today. - APNZ
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isgivings. Miscommunication. Misinterpretation. Misunderstood. Misadventure. That’s a lot of mis-ses for one team, so it’s no wonder they are misfiring. The poor communication channels and equally poor processes have shown New Zealand cricket’s administrative infrastructure to be in disarray. It’s no wonder the team can’t perform on the field when the people in charge of getting them on the field don’t know what’s going on, who should be going on and who’s in charge when it appears they don’t know who is making the decisions. The men in charge don’t know what’s going on so is it any wonder our record is terrible and interest, and faith, in the team is on a steady decline. A series of administrative blunders make it appear the Black Caps are destined for a shellacking in South Africa, and when the boys return battered they may not have any fans left when they take the field against England. The Barmy Army may have free
reign of the grounds, if they can even be bothered turning up to watch. The captaincy saga has played out like a well scripted reality show, but the reality is it was a poorly crafted piece of administration. The decision was the right one, but delivered in a shambolic manner at the completely wrong time. Under Ross Taylor the Black Caps have five wins from their last 30 limited overs internationals, an appalling record that needed a change in direction to turn around the slide. But telling the incumbent he wouldn’t be required next tour before the tour was over was poor form, and so too was leaving out the exact details of the recommendations at the time or lying about a supposed misunderstanding later, depending on which side is in fact telling the truth. Mid tour is the worst time to read the captain his last rites, especially if you don’t read the whole thing to him.
SCOREBOARD Results Basketball NBA results NBA results yesterday (home team in CAPS): L.A. CLIPPERS 102 Toronto Raptors 83 OKLAHOMA THUNDER 104 Indiana Pacers 93 PHOENIX SUNS 90 Orlando Magic 98 BROOKLYN NETS 88 Milwaukee Bucks 97 L.A. LAKERS 110 Utah Jazz 117 NEW YORK KNICKS 112 Denver Nuggets 106
Bowls Bowls Mid Canterbury Sub Centre Annual Charity Tournament: Monday 17th November 12.30pm start, Rakaia Bowling Club. $5 per player. Dress Code: Mufti. Players to bring a small plate of food for a shared afternoon tea. Format: Rollover Triples. Teams for the day as follows: 1. M Eder, A Sutherland, R Brownlie 2. L Spargo, S Maw, R Bennett 3. G Taylor, J Wood, L Connell 4. H Boag, R Wade, P Smith 5. L Chaney, J McQueen, M Foster 6. V Bell, G Crack, D Thomas
7. R Herriott, D King, E Surridge 8. D Gutberlet, J Scott, N Early 9. T Johnson, J Harkness, K Congdon 10. G Eder, G Kelly, W Herriott 11. M Anderson, N Smith, T McCormick 12. A Gowan, J Bell, I Blackwood 13. G Whipp, R Smitheram, G Tappin 14. R Hood, J Bruce, M White 15. I Kaye, R Diamond, H Harris 16. B Harrison, J Chivers, S Scott Match Committee Contact: Rodger Herriott phone 308-5686
Golf Tinwald Golf Club Summer Golf - Women’s Results December 11, 2012 Competition: Hidden Holes; Ina Divers 39; Shone Vucetich 42; Mara Kennedy 44; Margaret Pawsey 44 Nearest the Pins: No 6: Carol Shanks; No 12: Colleen Linney Two’s: Colleen Linney 9 Hole Competition: Putting; Rosie O’Brien 15; June Cartwright 17.
Ashburton Lady Vet Golf Results of a Bisque Par played at Rakaia in November. First on a count back Val Fleming 8 up, 2nd Mera Kennedy 8 up, 3rd Diana Wellman 7up, 4th Joyce van Der heide 5up, 5th Ina Divers 5 up. Nearest the pin 0-27 M Pawsey, 28+ M Kennedy. Twos M Kennedy, J Smith.
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Coach Mike Hesson is lucky that he will keep his job, no one else wants it and New Zealand Cricket can’t afford to pay him out and hire a replacementwhen they are looking at a hosting a tour against England that only the diehard fans will bother tuning into let alone turning up to at this point. Taylor, arguably our best batsman, may not want to come back with Hesson still at the helm of the rudderless ship. The captaincy change is probably the right step moving forward, unfortunately the one orchestrating the steps have two left feet. Hopefully the whole debacle serves as a giant wake up call for the controllers of the game, or the catalyst for clean out.
Ashburton Golf Club On Saturday the Super Liquor Tournament was played in conjunction with the Christmas Salvers. The Women’s Salver was won by Rhonda Gallagher with 43 pts. Once again Club Patron Bill Hetrick shot better than his age to win the Men’s Salver with 45pts (he shot 82, 2 better than his age!). Other good scores were Dennis O’Sullivan 44, PK Ngutu, Eleanor Sullivan, Brian Hawksby and Bob Grant 42pts; Ron Carlson, Jude Stara, Ross Chatterton and Bernie White 41pts; Neville Trueman 40pts; Stewart Dunlop, Clarrie Galway, Miti Daniel, Mel Trewavas and Chris Thornhill 39pts; Gordon Crawford, Adrian Hopwood and Murray Cook 38 pts on countback from 3 others. Nearest The Pins: #4 Tony Gimblett, #8 Bob Grant, #12 Don Houghton, #14 Bill Hetrick. Blue Pub (Longest Putt): Bill Hetrick, Robilliards (Nearest Pin No 18) Ross Chatterton. Twos: PK Ngutu, Tony Gimblett, Brent Clarke and Bill Hetrick. On Sunday The Pro Shop Tournament was held with the following results: Women’s Stableford Bev Chinn 40pts, Delwyn McConnochie 37, Robynne Nicol 37, Alison MacGregor 36pts. The Gross prize for women went to Pauline Bell with a score of 78. Men’s Stableford Don Houghton 43, Lucas McGee
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Catherine Knight playing at number two for Aorangi yesterday clutch. We knew that they wouldn’t be easy to beat but it was good to get the win. “We think we have as good a chance as anyone here to win this week and we are looking forward to the next few days.” Wellington’s Julianne Alvarez and Te Rongopai Clay finished the job with convincing wins by margins of 5 and 4 and 4 and 2 respectively. Wellington beat Northland comfortably in the end by 4-1 yesterday afternoon. Meanwhile, Waikato also managed a fine comeback. The 2011 finalists lost its first two matches against Taranaki but its leading three players Hanna Seifert,
Sarah Bradley and Charlotte Willson all came home strong to secure the 3 - 2 victory. Bay of Plenty, which has won the title 17 times, was also tested by Southland. Bay No.1 Zoe Brake, who has again returned from the Navy to play the Toro, was beaten 2 and 1 by Robyn Pullar and Grace Senior was defeated at the last by Angela Gerken. But Tyla Kingi, Susan Lines and Alanna Campbell got them home with crucial wins. The Bay and Waikato had the bye in the afternoon and will look to catch Wellington and Canterbury who finished day one the only unbeaten teams from two matches. Canterbury opened in impressive fashion yesterday morning as they dismissed Hawkes Bay 4-1. But they had to fight to overcome Taranaki 3-2 in the afternoon with standout performances coming from Sylvie Williams and Jess Guezenrodt. Round One Scores: Otago 4 Aorangi 1 Laura Hoskin bt Catherine Bell 1up, Jo Hicks- Beach bt Catherine Knight 1up, Liz McRae bt Ginny Bolderston 1up, Dale Dagg lost to Nicole Nathan 4/2, Susan Greig bt Heather Oldfield 10/8 Round Two Scores Auckland 4 1/2 Aorangi 1/2 Wenyung Keh halved with Catherine Bell, Munchin Keh bt Catherine Knight 4/3, Joanna Kim bt Ginny Bolderston 6/5, Brittney Dryland bt Nicole Nathan 4/2, Larissa Eruera bt Heather Oldfield - APNZ
Ryder racking up the runs
Next golf day will be our AGM at Tinwald, on Friday 21st December, 9am for 9.30 start, playing an Ambrose.
Jesse Ryder’s rampant summer continued for Wellington yesterday as he finished with 162 in the Firebirds’ first innings against Central Districts on day two of their Plunket Shield outing at Karori Park. Resuming in the morning on 108, Ryder didn’t let a brief ground delay due to overnight rain put him off his stride, as he continued his assault on the CD bowling attack.
The big left-hander was eventually dislodged by pace bowler Andrew Mathieson with 162 runs next to his name. His three-and-a-half hour knock included 20 fours and four sixes and overshadowed the solid century that veteran opener Michael Papps put together as the pair added 256 - a record for Wellington against CD for the third wicket. Wellington were bowled out for
403 in reply to Central’s first innings of 260. Trailing by plenty on the first dig, CD went out and produced a solid start to their second innings as openers Jamie How and Jeet Raval went about erasing the 143-run deficit. How was dismissed late in the day for 51, his 32nd first-class half century as CD closed play on 98-1, 45 runs behind. - APNZ
42, Jeff Williamson 41, George Brown 40, Rodney O’Neil 40, Brian Nuttall 39, Gerardo Eskuche 39 and Gaby Jansen 39. The Men’s Gross prize went to Josh Smith with a score of 71. Longest Drives: Women Bev Chinn; Men Paul May Nearest The Pin: Women Vicki Moore; Men Murray Kippenberger
Pigeon Racing
On Saturday 15 December the first of the Summer Stablefords and qualifying rounds for the Hydraulink Shootout will be held. Starting Time: Morning 8.00am; Afternoon Report at 11.30 for a 12 noon start Saturday Starters: Morning David Fisher; Afternoon Neil MacDonald and Gaby Jansen Results Grant Russell and Match Committee.
Tinwald Golf Club Results from December 8th The 2nd round of the summer trophies and championships were played on Saturday in ideal conditions and the course in top order after the recent rains. The Thompson Cup combined stableford was also played by mixed couples with the winning pair being Warren Scott and Barb MacGregor with a combined total of 78 points. Leading stroke round scores: 0-14; Paul Boon 67, Randall Feutz 67, Kevin Greenaway 68, Brent Smith 70 b/l.15-21; Ray Bell 65, Bryan Shanks 68, Paul Hefford 68, Ryan Ford 69 b/l.22 plus; Lindsay Jackson 65, Warren Scott 66, Wayne Ross 69, Keith Bonnington 69. Women 0-20; Joyce VanderHeide 74. 21 plus; Sally Lane 65, Pam McAndrew 72. Nearest the Pin: Tinwald Liquorland #2; Cawte Whiting. Gluyas Ford # 6; Warren Ineson. Stirling Sports # 12; Paul Hefford. Ideal Electrical Supplies # 16; Sally Lane. Two’s: Josh Smith, John Smitheram, Paul Hefford, Jeff Hewitt, Jacqui Beardsley. Net Eagle # 2 Keith Bonnington, Jacqui Beardsley.
V8 Supercars have held talks with the owner of a circuit in southern China with the intention of returning to the country. Consultant Graeme Staerk represented V8s during a recent Gold Coast City Council trade mission and met the owner of Zhuhai International Circuit to discuss the possibility of holding a V8 race at the track. V8 Supercars raced previously in China at Shanghai in 2005 and a spokesman confirmed the latest talks. - AAP
Brumbies coach Jake White says he feels like he won first prize after getting NRL coaching veteran Brian Smith to help improve his Super Rugby team’s defence. The move comes a month after the NRL blocked White’s move to bring Newcastle Knights captain Danny Buderus in to assist part-time in the offseason. “If I could obviously have a first choice I would rather take a coach,” said White yesterday. “(Smith) would have seen defence coaches come and go. He would have seen certain things that worked in defence that obviously didn’t work the next season. If I look back now the first prize is - AAP getting a coach.”
Right: David Ferrer will defend his Heineken Open title next month. Ferrer has already won seven titles this year.
Many of the big teams survived scares on day one of the Toro Women’s Interprovincial at the St Clair Golf Club in Dunedin yesterday. Wellington, Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Canterbury were all made to sweat as they were put under pressure by lesser-fancied rivals in the opening rounds of the seven-round championship. Auckland and North Harbour, the finalists at Whakatane last year, made solid starts winning their only matches over Aorangi and Tasman respectively after having the bye this morning. But it was the close shaves from the other contenders that was the talking point. Wellington, who has won the title on five occasions, and came into the event as one of the favourites, were being outplayed by a determined Manawatu/Wanganui outfit in round one. Manawatu/Wanganui No 5 Kelly Nicholas and No 3 Brydie Hodge got their team on the board with wins and Stephanie Hyatt was 1up with four holes to play against her rival Lucy Davis. But the Wellington No 4 rallied and turned her match around to win the contest 1up. “I knew that I was under pressure and that my match would have a big say in whether we won or not,” said the 22-year-old from the Manor Park Golf Club. “But I stuck to my processes and even when I was four down I thought I would come back. My putting was really solid throughout the match and in those last four holes it was
• V8s talking to China
• Brumbies grab Smith
Comeback stalls again Top teams get a fright Daniel Vettori’s return to cricket has been delayed even further, with the left-arm spinner absent for Northern Districts’ HRV Cup Twenty20 match against Otago at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Friday. Vettori hasn’t played since the Twenty20 world championship in late September and had been targeting a return to the field for Northern in time to play for the Black Caps in their upcoming test matches against South Africa next month. The 33-year-old won’t take any part in the tour to the Republic and it remains to be seen when he will recover from his Achilles problem to be back on the field. Vettori’s next potential internation-
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Ashburton Racing Pigeon Club Results – Final Race for 2012 Liberation Point: Hicks Bay; Time: 4:05:45:00; Date: 8 December 2012 Fanciers Entered: 4; Birds Released: 15 Fancier: 1st S. Davidson; Flying Time: 17:47:41; MPM 838.3350; 2nd M. Davidson 665.7733; 3rd R. Cornwall 589.4317; 4th R. Cornwall 499.0183; 5th M. Davidson 465.7133.
Draws Bowls
Methven Bowling Club The following skips have teams entered in the Stuart Gordon Open Fours to be played at the Methven Green this Sunday 16th December starting at 9am. Whites to be worn. Lunch available. R Herriott, G Taylor, R Cockburn, G Clarke, M Smallridge, B Mayson, B Holdom, M Middleton, D Gutberlet, R Smith, G Pagey, B Marsh, J Moore, M Skilling, A Hill, T Taylor. Enquiries to B Harper 3087623 or W Blackwell 3028834.
Golf Ashburton Golf Club
Tinwald Golf Club The Tinwald Golf Club draw for the Lynne Trophy (Par) to be played on Saturday will be at the clubhouse for an 8am and 12.30pm start. Players are asked to report 15 minutes prior to tee off times. Starters: am; P Roulston, pm; D Cockburn, J Moore. Cards; A Marshall.
Tennis Mid Canterbury Tennis Open Grade Draw - Saturday 15th December 2012 held at Ashburton Trust Tennis Centre A Reserve -12.15pm Allenton Gold v Hampstead Blue; Hinds/Mayfield v Tinwald; Methven White v Hampstead Gold; Methven Purple v Allenton Maroon; Hinds/Longbeach v bye A Grade - 1.30pm Allenton v Dorie; Tinwald v Hampstead; Methven v Fairton
• Sri Lankans inspired Sri Lankan superstar Kumar Sangakkara says the possibility he could be on his last trip to Australia is a massive motivator for tasting a Test match victory. The 35-year-old international cricketer of the year joins fellow old guard members Mahela Jayawardene (35), Tillakaratne Dilshan (36) and Thilan Samaraweera (36) on the Lankans’ so far elusive quest to win a five-day game in Australia in 11 attempts. They will get the first of three chances this summer at Bellerive from Friday. “When you do get older, you do look for achievements where you haven’t really tasted victory so, here and in India, (there are) Test matches still to win,” he sid yesterday. “That’s a great motivator for guys like Dilshan, Mahela, myself and Samaraweera.” - AAP
• Warne all fired up The Perth Scorchers are on guard for a fired-up Shane Warne when they take on the Melbourne Stars in tonight’s Twenty20 clash at the WACA Ground. They expect Warne to be desperate to atone for his horrible start to the Big Bash League season when he returned figures of 0-41 from just two overs in the Stars’ eight-wicket loss to the Melbourne Renegades. The 43-year-old legspin great hit the headlines in the lead up to that game when he teasingly suggested he hadn’t completely ruled out a return to Test cricket in time for next year’s Ashes. But for now, Warne is keen to get his team’s Big Bash campaign back on track, and Scorchers coach Justin Langer says his team should be wary. “There’s only one Shane Warne, isn’t there? He has been a superstar of the game,” Langer said. - AAP
• Fulham breaks drought Hugo Rodallega fired Fulham to their first win in eight matches as the Colombian ended his goal drought to seal a 2-1 victory over Newcastle at Craven Cottage yesterday. Rodallega had failed to hit the back of the net since September, but the striker finally notched only his second goal since his pre-season move from Wigan with a second-half header to kill off the Magpies. It was sweet relief for Rodallega and Fulham boss Martin Jol, whose struggling side had blown the first-half lead given to them by - AFP Steve Sidwell.
• Black Sticks unbeaten The Black Sticks women’s hockey team have retained their winning run in the series with India after a 3-1 victory in Palmerston North last night. But yet again the young New Zealand side had to come from behind to claim the win after letting the visitors go 1-0 up. The eventual win was sealed with a late goal from local Manawatu player Michaela Curtis, who scored her first international goal in only her second match for her country. Head coach Mark Hager said it was another scratchy start from the new-look team captained yesterday by Wellington’s Anita Punt. “It was pleasing to see us come through with the win but we really need to start better tomorrow and not give them a head start.” - APNZ
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Reaching out to Ryder By Patrick McKendry
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Brendon McCullum: Attempting to bring his team together under the most difficult of circumstances.
New captain Brendon McCullum has made contact with the in-form Jesse Ryder and believes it’s only a matter of time before one of the country’s best batsmen is back in the New Zealand side. McCullum also revealed yesterday that he has spoken to former skipper Ross Taylor - also taking a break from the international game - as he attempts to bring a team together under the most difficult of circumstances. Ryder, unavailable for the Black Caps while he works on personal issues, is proving to be an extremely big fish in New Zealand’s small domestic cricket pond. The Wellington player was dismissed for 162 yesterday in a Plunket Shield fourday match against Central Districts at Karori Park in the capital. His knock, the latest in a run of big scores, came off 174 balls and included 20 fours and four sixes. Ryder opened the season with consecutive hundreds against Central Districts and last week smashed 75 in an HRV Cup Twenty20 match, also against CD. He has now amassed 704 runs in all formats, including three centuries, at an average of 100.57. On the eve of his departure to South Africa for what the new skipper described as a “monumental” two-test, three one-day international and three-Twenty20 tour, McCullum said Ryder was a player he would dearly love to have on board. “I’ve been in touch with Jesse,” McCullum said. “He’s going really well. “I was really pleased he again scored a lot of runs in this game.
Ryder’s form Oct 20 v Central Plunket Shield match 117* and 174 Nov 9 v Canterbury T20 90* Nov 16 v Auckland T20 9 Nov 19 v Canterbury Plunket Shield match 1 and 4 Nov 26 v Auckland Plunket Shield match 72 Dec 7 v Central T20 75 Dec 10 v Central Plunket Shield match 162 Average this summer: 100.57 Test average: 40.93 ODI average: 34.37
“He’s doing great at the moment and I’m sure he’ll be back in the not too distant future. “It’s about Jesse getting out of first-class cricket in the next months what he needs, and that’s the most important thing.” Asked if it was tough watching the 28-year-old plunder attacks to all corners of New Zealand’s grounds without being able to bat alongside him in an international, McCullum said: “Of course it’s tough. “Jesse is a world-class player and we’ve seen that already in his
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time in international cricket, but the circumstances are that Jesse is unavailable at the moment and that’s unfortunate. “I guess you think of the person first and, once we get Jesse back down the track, we’ll know that we’ll get consistent long-term success from him rather than him coming back a little bit too early.” England’s tour to New Zealand in February and March could be the first time Ryder is back in the black cap, and McCullum will also hope that’s when Taylor makes himself available again after his withdrawal from the team in the wake of the recent captaincy controversy. “He [Taylor] needs a bit of space at the moment. He’s going through a very tough time and my thoughts and the team’s thoughts are with him. It’s similar to Jesse. When he’s good and ready to come back into the team, it would be great to have him. “Again, he’s obviously a worldclass player and by far and away our best batsman as well.” The fallout from coach Mike Hesson’s decision to strip Taylor of the captaincy will turn in yet another direction at the Basin Reserve today after New Zealand Cricket called a press conference at the ground involving chairman Chris Moller and chief executive David White. While McCullum’s first aim is to bring his team together, the travel plans for South Africa have already put a spanner in the works. The Black Caps will travel to the Republic on separate flights over the next two days, hardly ideal given they are flying into a country ranked No 1 in tests and No 2 in ODIs. - APNZ
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Madeleine Davidson The Ashburton College rowing crew enters the next phase of their season with the first big competition this weekend, the Otago Championships at Lake Ruataniwha. Calling the shots from the stern will be coxswain Madeleine Davidson, who takes time out to answer some questions for the Guardian. Was it a hard role to learn? It’s a lot more complicated than it looks. You have to multitask and it takes a while to get used too. One of my teachers, Ms (Amanda) Grigg, used to be a New Zealand cox is she has helped me out a lot.
What sort of things do you say? Going into a race we have a game plan and it’s my job to run the plan. I keep the crew motivated with stuff like “you can do it” but also letting them know how fast we are going, how far to go and where the other crews are situated.
How did you become a cox? I started off rowing but I was too small so got moved to being a cox. but every now and again our coach Steve Beveridge chucks me in a boat for a laugh. How is Beveridge as a coach? He’s pretty funny and is always cracking jokes. But he is a really good coach.
How is the squad looking this year? We’ve had a pretty good kickoff to the season with a few wins and placings. The squad is twice as big this year which is good to see more people getting into it.
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Do you have any pre-race rituals or superstitions? Not really. I don’t even need to warm up but I do a bit of yelling while the others warm up.
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What other sports do you do? Just rowing really. I can’t catch a ball and I’m basically unco-ordinated but I do a bit of skiing in winter.
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Guardian Weather
Wednesday, 12 December 2012
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TODAY
TODAY
Morning cloud, with patchy drizzle about the foothills, clearing and becoming fine. Light winds.
Morning cloud, with patchy drizzle about the foothills clearing, then fine apart from isolated afternoon and evening showers. Wind at 1000m: Light. Wind at 2000m: Light.
NZ Today
20 OVERNIGHT MIN 8
MAX
20 OVERNIGHT MIN 10
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27 OVERNIGHT MIN 9 TOMORROW
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24 OVERNIGHT MIN 10
Midnight Tonight
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Wind less than km/h 30
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SATURDAY: Cloudy periods. Northeasterlies developing.
AKAROA
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FRIDAY: Fine spells. Winds turning southerly for a time.
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Canterbury Plains
TODAY: Fine, but morning and evening cloud. Light winds. TOMORROW: Fine spells. Northeasterlies tend northwest later.
CHRISTCHURCH
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Ashburton Forecast
30 to 59
Auckland Hamilton Napier Palmerston North Wellington Nelson Blenheim Greymouth Christchurch Timaru Queenstown Dunedin Invercargill
Fine spells, isolated afternoon and evening showers about the foothills. Northeasterlies developing, tending northwest later.
60 plus
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fine fine fine fine fine fine fine fine fine fine fine fine fine
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NZ Situation
A high pressure system lies over New Zealand throughout the period. A front is expected to move onto the southern South Island on Friday and weaken over Cook Strait on Saturday.
TOMORROW
FZL: About 2700m
FZL: Rising to 3200m
Mainly fine, isolated afternoon and evening showers. Wind at 1000m: NW 40 km/h developing. Wind at 2000m: NW 50 km/h developing.
Areas of morning cloud, then fine. Gusty northwesterlies easing and turn southerly, then dying out.
FRIDAY
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Cloudy periods. Northeasterlies developing.
Fine. Northwesterlies dying out.
Fine. Gusty northwesterlies, gale at the upper levels, easing later.
SUNDAY
SUNDAY
Cloudy periods, northeasterlies.
Fine with light winds.
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River Levels
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Rakaia Fighting Hill (NIWA) at 1:45 pm, yesterday Nth Ashburton at 2:00 pm, yesterday Sth Ashburton at 9:30 am, yesterday Rangitata Klondyke at 9:00 am, yesterday
217.3 8.08 10.2 118.1
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Canterbury Readings
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Ashburton Airport
Temperatures °C
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Tides, Sun, Moon and Fishing Wednesday
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Rise 5:44 am Set 9:09 pm
Good
Good fishing Rise 4:25 am Set 7:44 pm
New moon
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Rise 5:44 am Set 9:10 pm
Fair
Fair fishing
Rise 5:21 am Set 8:51 pm
First quarter
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Rise 5:44 am Set 9:11 pm
Bad
Bad fishing
Rise 6:25 am Set 9:47 pm
Full moon
28 Dec 11:23 pm
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