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Rural sector wins postal battle

BY SUE NEWMAN

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Rural Ashburton has scored a huge win in the shake-up of New Zealand’s postal services.

While urban residents could be looking at three-day-a-week mail deliveries from June 2015, rural boxholders will lose just one day’s service, with rural

deliveries generally to be made five days per week.

New Zealand Post was watching mail volumes and profitability steadily declining and it wanted to change its agreement with the Government on the minimum number of days it was required to make deliveries.

It wanted to reduce these to three days of the week, but a

huge outcry from the rural sector has seen a deal cut that will keep a higher level of service in the country.

And that has delighted Ashburton Mayor Angus McKay. The council submitted heavily on the New Zealand Post proposal, making a strong case for no or little change for rural boxholders.

And while no decisions have yet been made on the new delivery days, the retention of an almost full-week service in the rural sector was a significant win, Mr McKay said.

The long lead-in to changes in service level would allow people time to plan for any impact, said media spokesman John Tulloch.

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and when there will be change.

There will be plenty of notice.

If we’d left this for another 18 months we might have been at crisis point and change would have happened very quickly,” he said.

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Bomb hoax groom jailed A forgetful British bridegroom who made a hoax bomb threat rather than admit he’d neglected to book the venue for his wedding was sentenced yesterday to a year in jail. Neil McArdle, 36, (left) called Liverpool’s St George’s Hall from a phone booth on his scheduled wedding day in April, claiming a bomb was due to go off in 45 minutes. His fiancee, Amy Williams, was left standing in the street in her wedding gown while the building was evacuated.

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Kardashian, West engaged Marriage is coming after the baby carriage for Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. Kardashian’s publicist, Ina Treciokas, confirmed yesterday that the couple are engaged. E! News first reported that West proposed to Kardashian on Tuesday – her 33rd birthday – in front of family and friends at the AT&T Park, home of the San Francisco Giants. Kardashian gave birth to the couple’s first child, daughter North West, in June.

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Bus washed away on beach Tourists on a bus at 90 Mile Beach got more than they bargained for when the bus they were travelling in was washed out to sea. The bus was near The Bluff when it ended up going out to sea about 4pm. Everyone on board got off safely, however the same can not be said for the bus which was removed from the beach later in the evening.

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A new map of the world has reinforced the age-old stereotype that New Zealand is only famous for “sheep and rugby”. The map, based on statistics gathered from the internet, shows what each country leads the rest of the world in. The UK is tarred as being the home of ‘fascist movements’, Honduras as the world’s murder capital, Belize is known for destroying the ozone layer, the Netherlands is identified as having the tallest people, and Chileans are the best at staying married.

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Old New World – A photographic study of the changing face of small town New Zealand. With a keen eye for detail and irony, Wellington poet and photographer Mary Macpherson has spent seven years travelling around the country documenting the changing face of small town New Zealand. The exhibition is at the Ashburton Art Gallery and runs until November 10.

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■ CORONER’S COURT

Teen probably asleep beside railway tracks

BY MICHELLE NELSON MICHELLE.N@THEGUARDIAN.CO.NZ

A Hinds teenager was probably asleep beside the railway line when he was hit by a train last year.

Daniel John Genet was 19 years old at the time of his death about 1.15am on 29 April 2012.

In a report released yesterday coroner Richard McElrea said there was no suggestion Mr Genet’s death was intentional, but he was intoxicated at the time.

He had a blood alcohol level of 158 milligrams per 100 millilitres. The permissible limit for a driver 20 years old or over is 80mg/100ml, and 50mg/100ml for drivers under 20.

Mr Genet had been drinking with two friends in the hours beforehand, first at the home of one of them then at the Hinds Tavern.

He was reportedly in good spirits before he left the tavern unnoticed, and crossed the road to get to the railway tracks.

The trainee driver of a northbound train noticed an object lying alongside the tracks shortly after 1am, and applied the emergency brakes.

“As we were going through Hinds I noticed something beside the lines. I then noticed he had white shoes and was curled up in a ball,” he told the coroner.

Mr Genet was hit by the cow catcher on the front of the train and thrown away from the tracks.

He was found soon after by an engineer who had been travelling in the locomotive.

He covered Mr Genet with his vest to keep him warm and called emergency services.

Ambulance officers confirmed him deceased when they arrived at the scene.

Meanwhile, Mr Genet’s friends were searching for him when they came across emergency services near the railway line.

They were able to identify him.

Evidence also suggested Mr Genet had smoked cannabis during the evening, and had sent a text message about seven minutes before his death.

Family members suggested he may have been sitting alongside the track texting when hit, but Mr McElrea found this scenario was not consistent with the evidence.

Members of Mr Genet’s family also expressed concern that trees adjacent to the railway track could have blocked the sound and obscured vision of the northbound train.

One of the trees has since been destroyed by the September gale.

Ashburton police senior sergeant Grant Russell said police were unaware people had been using that part of the track as a crossing.

Mike Kelly of Tinwald is packing away his skis after racking up the highest number of runs at Mt Hutt this winter.

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■ MT HUTT SKIFIELD

A hat-trick on the mountain

BY SUSAN SANDYS

Mike Kelly of Tinwald loves winter, and is already mourning the loss of frosty mornings and his breath turning to steam in the air.

That is because winter brings with it the opportunity to hit Mt Hutt for his favourite sport - skiing.

And the 51-year-old dad of four has something to show for his passion, he has this year once again taken out top position on the Mt Hutt leaderboard for the most runs undertaken on the mountain.

As the mountain closed last week, NZSki released the results of how many runs and vertical metres its most prolific skiers had done.

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“I don’t have to,” he said, “I just swap days around, I talk with my boss.”

His wife Jane was owner of Unichem Pharmacy and the fulltime worker of the household.

As such he could get away after making sure the two youngest children were off safely at school and tea was organised.

The family skiied together on weekends.

Mr Kelly had been brought up in Ashburton and his family had been keen climbers, trampers and original members of the Methven ski club when Mt Hutt opened. He had been skiing since the age of two, and enjoyed being in the mountains.

Now that the 2013 season was over, he would be going mountain biking, but did not enjoy it as much as skiing.

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taken 1099 runs, representing 488,504 metres.

The vertical metres are worked out on what an average ski lift user will cover to get to the bottom of that lift.

People’s lift passes are scanned when they access a lift, and they can use their own personal code online to keep track of how many runs they are doing throughout the ski season.

Mr Kelly said it had not been difficult to clock up that many runs. It was the third year in a row he was the most prolific skier on the mountain.

He believed if he worked fulltime he would have “not a show in hell” of being able to ski so much, but as it was he was a part-time rural delivery driver and managed to do about 50 days of skiing per year.

And he did not have to take sick days.

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■ MAIL DELIVERY DAY CUTS

Dropped days to be decided

By Sue newman

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New Zealand Post is counting its mail in falling numbers and over the past 11 years its letter volume has dropped by 322 million, almost 30 per cent.

Under its 1998 deed of understanding with the Government, the delivery of standard letter mail had to be undertaken six days a week to more than 95 per cent of its delivery points.

To remain viable New Zealand Post wanted the deed changed to allow it to reduce this to a minimum of three days per week, nationwide.

Failure to cut services could have meant a $30 million a year subsidy was needed to keep the postal service afloat.

The prospect of a three day a week delivery drew a huge out-

cry from the rural quarter and that has seen the Government strike a deal that is likely to see three day deliveries in urban areas and five day deliveries to rural addresses.

Delivery details will be hammered out over the coming months by service design teams, New Zealand Post media spokesman John Tulloch said.

“There are no decisions yet on which days will be cut and it could end up with different days for different parts of the country. We’re looking at the way big senders of mail behave with sending out mail and we believe you’ll still get your mail within the timeframe you need to get it,” he said.

For the postal service to remain viable, change was needed said communications and information technology minister Amy Adams.

The decision to retain a higher number of delivery days for rural people was because of concerns over the sustainability of rural delivery services and rural contractors if the service was cut to three days, Ms Adams said.

The three day delivery was a minimum standard and New Zealand Post could opt to provide higher frequency deliveries in non-rural areas, she said.

The minimum standards apply only to basic or standard postal services not to other services. A six day a week service will still be available in urban areas for services that attract a higher delivery fee.

There will also be change to New Zealand Post’s service network with the number of agencies bumped up while outlets offering full services will decline.

The number of postal outlets will remain at 880 but the majority will be service points at which consumers can purchase basic postal services. At least 240 of those must offer personal assistance.

The five day delivery decision has received a round of applause from Federated Farmers with national president Bruce Wills saying it was great news because many businesses were still heavily reliant on a five day service.

“Whilst technology is changing the way we communicate and eventually we will see a decline in postal deliveries, we are not there yet.

“There are still some 86,000 rural people off-line, where rural post is a daily fixture in the running of their business and household,” he said.

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In brief Death suspicious Police are investigating a suspicious death after a 17-yearold woman was found dead in a Hamilton home early yesterday morning. Hamilton police were awaiting the results of a number of forensic examinations including a post-mortem before deciding whether to launch a homicide investigation. The death is currently classed as unexplained.

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Bones under driveway Bones have been found under a driveway in Mount Maunganui.

Contractors laying ultra-fast broadband cable found the bones, which are thought to be human, at the beginning of an Oceanbeach Rd driveway about 1pm yesterday.

Police were called to the scene.

The bones are yet to be inspected by an archaeologist.

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Short time in office A Maketu-Te Puke ward councillor has resigned 10 days after he was elected, forcing a by-election to be held at a cost of $23,000. Graeme Crossman was elected as one of four councillors representing the ward on the Western Bay District Council but no longer believes he can commit to the workload expected of councillors.

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Nut thefts ‘for survival’ A man with a penchant for nuts has been sentenced to nine months of supervision after admitting stealing mixed nuts and pistachios valued at more than $100 from Pak’nSave. Aaron Murray Giles, 25, said he stole the nuts for “survival” as a synthetic cannabis addiction meant he was low on money.

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Raetihi water back on Residents in Raetihi can drink the tap water again after the reticulated water supply was given the all-clear. The water was cleared for showers, toilet flushing and laundry last week, and on Tuesday residents were told it was also safe to drink. Residents have been relying on emergency water supplies since the October 2 discovery of a diesel spill in the stream which supplies the town’s water.

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Cycle trail opened Methven Rodeo Club bucking broncos, mustered in from the Rakaia Gorge high country, make friends with patron Hugh Weir.

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■ METHVEN RODEO

Bucking broncos brought in for big day

By SuSan SandyS

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They are tame and complacent, but have a bit of a crazy streak.

And that is just what makes these horses perfect for the Methven Rodeo, to be held on Sunday.

Spokesperson Richard Mee said many of the club’s 22 horses lined up for bucking bronco events were regulars, and knew the drill.

They roamed the hills of the Rakaia Gorge high country all year, and were then mustered in by horse-riding club members and station holders.

“They just graze the whole year doing nothing, and spend about eight seconds in the arena,” Mr Mee said.

“A lot of them are reasonably quiet horses, they just like bucking.”

Many had been rejected by their owners such as jockeys or

pony club members, and their new rodeo life had saved them from the pet food factory.

“They have just got something there that they are not good for really anything else.”

They all had names, and Lake Stream and Stag were among favourites with cowboys, as they stayed in the same line and kicked and jumped, and did not jump around in circles.

And as much as the horses enjoyed bucking, “the calmer

they are the better they are” when it came to being in the chutes, and most of them were.

The Methven Rodeo will kick off at 9am, with main events beginning 1pm.

The event annually attracts competitors from throughout New Zealand and about 5000 spectators.

Pop country and western singer Maggie Ruddenklau will entertain at the grounds after the event.

A cycle trail that will take riders past the Wellington region’s biggest fur seal colony was opened yesterday. The Rimutaka Cycle Trail, a 115km route that starts and finishes in Lower Hutt, was launched by Prime Minister and Tourism Minister John Key. The first three stages of the cycleway run from the Petone foreshore, over the Rimutaka Range into Wairarapa, through Featherston, and down to Ocean Beach. - APNZ

Slip costs about $1.5m The Diana Falls slip in the Haast Pass has cost the New Zealand Transport Agency about $1.5 million since it happened six weeks ago. The slip came down on State Highway 6 between Haast and Makarora overnight on September 10 and has since caused ongoing disruptions for motorists travelling the major tourism route. - APNZ

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■ ASHBURTON HOSPITAL DEMOLITION

Redevelopment project under way

BY SUE NEWMAN

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Ashburton Hospital’s $8.7 million rebuild has started with a several month demolition project.

Piece by piece the hospital’s seismically unsafe operating theatres and outpatients buildings are coming down ahead of a rebuild that will secure services at the hospital well into the future.

The redevelopment project was announced by the Canterbury District Health Board in June and is scheduled for completion by the end of next year.

Work on the demolition, however, was initially slower than anticipated because of issues around asbestos.

But with that issue now behind them, the demolition teams were making good progress and were removing large amounts of salvageable material, hospital chief executive Garth Bateup said.

While the rebuild was not announced until June, hospital staff had moved out of the

earthquake damaged buildings into other parts of the hospital, several months earlier.

The relocation had put pressure on available space, but for staff it was still business as usual, with demolition work having little impact on services, he said.

Architectural consultants for the rebuild have been appointed and the CDHB was in the process of appointing fire and engineering consultants.

Design work would get underway shortly and Ashburton Hospital staff and visiting clinicians will have input into the layout of the new theatre suite and procedure rooms, Mr Bateup said.

Archaeological teams were onsite prior to the demolition starting, mapping and photographing the buildings and will return when the buildings are down.

Rebuild work is anticipated to start towards the middle of next year.

The work is funded as a joint venture between the CDHB, $7.2 million and a group of lo-

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cal charities facilitated by the Advance Ashburton Foundation, $1.5 million.

When the project was announced earlier this year, the investment in new facilities was seen by the CDHB as a commitment to securing future services at the hospital.

SHARE YOUR STORY Did you work in the older parts of Ashburton Hospital that are being demolished?

If so, we are keen to hear your stories and to share these with our readers.

If you have memories of the

old parts of Ashburton Hospital we would love to hear from you.

Contact Sue Newman, on 307-7958 or email sue.n@ theguardian.co.nz and tell us your story.

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■ MID CANTERBURY NITRATE LEACHING

Setting limits ‘economic doom’ By liNda clarke

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Mid Canterbury farmers say setting unachievable limits to control nitrate leaching into groundwater will be economic doom for the district.

Mayfield farmer Rab McDowell said the greatest threat to future growth was the setting of impractical and restrictive load limits but farmers were working on their own matrix of good management to manage nitrate leaching.

He and Eiffelton farmer Ian Mackenzie put their concerns to the Ashburton Water Zone Committee yesterday. The committee is currently recommending load limits for the Hinds Plains area and farmers do not agree with some of the suggested targets; they believe they will be asked to reduce leaching by at least 35 per cent, stifling land and irrigation development.

Mr McDowell said farmers needed proof the targets were not the result of “dartboard environmentalism” but based on significant scientific data.

Farmers in the Hinds Plains area have formed their own working party to find workable solutions to issues that are complex.

They are hoping the new “matrix of good management” project will help farmers farm within limits.

The project includes defining good management practice for nutrients and modelling ex-

pected N and P losses that occur under such practices. He said farmers agreed nitrate leaching needed to be managed and the matrix project would help.

Mr McDowell urged the Ashburton zone committee not to recommend per hectare on-farm nutrient loss targets, until the matrix project was complete in 2015.

The committee’s recommendations will eventually be included in the Canterbury Land and Water Regional Plan, the first version expected out in December.

Under default limits in the plan, farmers will have to apply for land use consent if a change in farming practices results in an increase of at least 10 per cent in nitrate leaching or an increase in irrigation.

Mr Mackenzie said it would be disaster for the district and regional economy if farming activity had to reduce by 35 per cent to meet unachievable nitrate leaching limits. The impact would be spread across farmers, businesses servicing farmers and rural towns like Ashburton.

But committee chairman Matthew Hall said the targets were more about sending a message to farmers, and could change over the longterm.

Mr Mackenzie said farmers needed some certainty if they wanted to continue to develop farms and irrigation and keep investing. “The eventual number matters very much.”

Accusations of scaremongering

By Michelle NelsoN michelle.n@theguardian.co.nz

A Mid Canterbury farming spokesperson is accusing Canterbury medical officer of health Alistair Humphrey of scaremongering.

Dr Humphrey went public this week with claims water from Ashburton’s nitrate hotspots would eventually claim the life of a baby, after 20 contaminated wells were identified in an Environment Canterbury report.

Nitrates have been linked with methaemoglobinaemia (blue baby syndrome) in bottle-fed babies and the foetuses of pregnant women, but are not dangerous to the rest of the population.

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Alistair Humphrey

Chris Allen said the wells with high nitrate levels were principally in shallow aquifers and privately owned.

He conceded Dr Humphrey may have had a valid point, but questioned his handling of the information, suggesting direct

communication with those affected would have been more appropriate. “I do not believe freaking out much of Canterbury is the best way to communicate to our rural communities,” he said.

Federated Farmers vice-president, Dr William Rolleston, who is a medical doctor by profession, was also concerned by the handling of the information.

“Any responsible clinician is careful to avoid emotion and instead focus on fact because it is easy to create panic,” Dr Rolleston said.

He said blue baby syndrome was uncommon in developed countries.

“Federated Farmers will be writing to Dr Humphrey to ask him to provide the robust science which can justify the nature of his statements,” he said.

Council supplied water ‘safe’ The Ashburton District Council has also hit back at medical officer of health Alistair Humphrey’s claims, reassuring the public that council-supplied drinking water is safe.

“The issues being referred to by the medical officer of health concern only that drinking water supplied from private wells,” council environmental monitor-

ing manager Rick Catchpowle said.

The council has a water testing programme in place to ensure drinking water meets the required standards, with the most recent nitrate tests completed earlier this month.

“Water from all council supplies is safe and does not contain levels of nitrates that would

give any cause for concern,” he said. “Nitrate levels in council water supplies have always been well below NZ Drinking Water Standard’s maximum acceptable value (MAV).”

Mr Catchpowle said the council was committed to ensuring drinking water sources remained free of nitrate contamination.

■ ASHBURTON A&P SHOW

Dog committee has to do double duty

By Michelle NelsoN michelle.n@theguardian.co.nz

Ashburton dog trial convener Don Reith, Canterbury Dog Trial Association president Fraser McKenzie and Ashburton dog trial committee member David King are gearing up for the Ashburton A&P Show competitions. photo Michelle NelsoN 231013-MN-001

Work is well under way on the dog trials courses at the Ashburton Showgrounds.

Dog trial committee members have two courses to assemble, with the trans-Tasman test running alongside the Tux competition this year.

Convener Don Reith said about 135 entries had come in for the Tux event from all over the South Island, and the top two in the competition would qualify for the national semifinals in Otago.

“It’s good to see a few of the young lads from the back country stations are having a go this

year,” he said. The four transTasman contestants and their dogs will arrive in town next week.

Both events will be judged by Barry Hobbs from Oamaru.

Meanwhile the crossbred sheep to be used in the competition have also been in training to weed out any that are too flighty or ornery beforehand.

“Sheep aren’t used to being worked in groups of three, so we do a bit of preparation work with them,” Mr Reith said.

Mid Canterbury’s trans-Tasman contender Mark Copeland has been working with a mob from his flock and the sheep for the Tux competition will be supplied by Robert Schikker.

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■ LEGIONNAIRE’S DISEASE

Family issues warning

By Kurt Bayer and Brendan Manning The family of a keen gardener who died after using potting mix hopes her death raises the dangers of using the potentially lethal soil.

Health officials also issued public safety warnings yesterday on the importance of taking care when using potting mix and compost.

Margaret Joan Velenski, 63, died of bronchopneumonia on December 26, 2011.

In a finding released today, Coroner Richard McElrea found that Mrs Velenski enjoyed gardening and used potting mix as a part of her gardening activities daily.

On Friday, December 23,

Mrs Velenski went to her general practitioner in Christchurch and was diagnosed with a lung infection, for which she was prescribed antibiotics.

However, by mid-afternoon on Christmas Day, she was still feeling unwell and went to bed.

Her daughter Tania Velenski knew that she was feeling ill, but yesterday said her mum had “so made the effort” to be part of the festivities that day.

As she left that night, she said goodbye to her mum and said she’d speak on Boxing Day. “She just said she needed a little rest. It was the last time I ever spoke to her.”

The following morning, Mrs Velenski was found to be dead with a towel next to her, apparently used for sweat absorp-

tion, the findings stated.

Attending ambulance staff pronounced her deceased.

A post-mortem examination

by Dr Martin Sage confirmed Mrs Velenski’s death was due to infection with Legionella longbeachae (Legionnaire’s disease).

Dr Sage attributed the source of the infection to compost.

Mrs Velenski’s husband Paul said yesterday that more should have been done before now to highlight the dangers.

Potting mix bags needed more prominent warnings, larger lettering and made to stand out, he said.

“Who reads the warnings?

It’s got to stand out more, so more people know what they’re getting in to.”

- APNZ

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Who wants some cash?

Advance Ashburton has a big pool of money to give away.

The charitable foundation has more than $67,500 available in scholarships and funds and applications are open for several of these.

If you are aged between 18 and 40 you are eligible to apply for one of two Jaycee Outward Bound scholarships, valued at $2000 each towards course costs.

Four Jaycee trade training scholarships, valued at $1000 are also available for industry training qualification expenses.

Together the Ashburton UFS Scholarship Fund and the Johnston Brothers Trust provide money for five health science scholarships.

These are valued at $2000 each for full-time students at a tertiary institution studying pharmacy, medicine, dentistry

or other health sciences.

The Alister Smyth fund offers two scholarships of $1000 each for tertiary education.

Applications for all four scholarships close on December 18.

In addition Advance Ashburton has $31,000 available from its foundation and $10,000 from the Tindall Foundation for supporting families and social services, and $5000 from the Tinwald Club for charitable purposes generally in the Tinwald area.

It also has $1350 from the Lismore Community Group Education Trust to support education of 4 to 13 year olds, particularly with remedial and extension education programmes.

Application forms are available on the Advance Ashburton website www.advanceashburton.co.nz

■ PLATINUM WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

Sharing duties the key to a long marriage

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Sharing household and farm duties has been one of the keys to success for a long marriage for Ernie and Valmai Ludemann of Ashburton.

The couple married 70 years ago at St Paul’s Church in Oamaru.

Both were from large farming families, Valmai being the fifth of seven children and Ernie the youngest of nine.

They moved to Ashburton in 1951 and farmed here, bringing up five children.

Mrs Ludemann said she had enjoyed helping out on the farm, and would be on the back of the drill making sure seed went through properly as Mr Ludemann drove the tractor.

She would also help out with stock, particularly during the busy lambing period.

And when it came to doing the dishes and gardening, it was a team effort for the couple.

Mr Ludemann said he thought it was important to help out with housework, and that it had helped the pair stay happy over the years.

Another thing which was important was not having major disagreements.

“If you disagree you make it up before you go to bed,” he said.

They have enjoyed other activities together besides just work, and were enthusiastic members of the Ashburton Vintage Car Club, going on many a rally in their retirement.

The couple will celebrate their anniversary, which was yester-

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day, by going out for lunch on Sunday with family members.

They have 11 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.

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■ CYBER SAFETY

Keeping pace with technology

By GaBrielle Stuart

messages. NetSafe operations manager Lee Chisholm has held similar workshops with teachers around the country, and said that the questions she heard at the meeting were the same everywhere.

She said over the last 10 years NetSafe had been working with schools their focus had changed from just protecting children, to preparing them to use technology well.

“We used to say that the best way to protect children was to install filters and keep the computer in the dining room where parents could see what children were doing.

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Principals and teachers from schools across Mid Canterbury gathered for a Netsafe workshop this week, to discuss how to deal with a changing culture around technology and internet use in our schools.

More than 20 issues affecting local schools were brought up at the meeting, and ranged from how to manage practical filtering as pupils began to use mobile data on their own devices, to how to effectively work with parents to make sure that children were getting consistent

That simply isn’t possible anymore.”

She said that technology played a powerful and vital role in children’s lives, and they needed to be taught how to use it positively.

“Technology has become the thing that binds them to their social group, and that is all important growing up.

“Cutting them off from it is not going to work, because that’s where their friends are, and often they can be afraid to share what’s going on because they are afraid that the technology will be taken from them.

“We need to be telling chil-

dren you can come to me if something happens and I won’t take away your device, I will help you work through strategies to deal with the issue.”

However that became complicated for schools as they had to work with families with different standards in each home.

One principal commented that schools could do a lot and did what they could, but that didn’t seem to make any difference if the same principles weren’t being taught at home.

But another said that teaching cyber safety was part of educating children, and that was why schools were there.

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In brief Van sightings A van used in an attempted abduction at the weekend had been spotted in south Dunedin and the city’s centre, police say.

Police are continuing to appeal for more Dunedin sightings of a “home-sprayed silver” Ford Econovan that was recovered on Sunday, Detective Regan Boucher said. Two men jointly charged with abducting a woman with the intention of raping her have been remanded in custody.

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Driver remanded The driver of a car involved in a Napier hit and run earlier this year, in which a young boy was critically injured, avoided sentence yesterday and was instead remanded in custody until January next year. Joshua Manukapei Watson, 27, allegedly hit KayzahShae Wairama on August 13 as the young boy was playing on his bike at the end of his mother’s driveway. He pleaded guilty to one charge of failing to stop and ascertain injury last month. - APNZ

Murderer appealing The man found guilty of murdering 2-year-old Joseph Ruhe Lawrence has begun appealing against his conviction to the Court of Appeal in Auckland. Joel Loffley is serving a sentence of life imprisonment for the murder of the toddler, known as JJ, who died in an Orakei house where he lived with his stepfather Loffley and his mother Josephine Lawrence in November 2011.

During Loffley’s trial late last year, the court was told JJ died from horrific injuries as a result of Loffley kicking or punching him with “extraordinary force”.

Loffley lodged an appeal against conviction to the Court of Appeal.

The evidence was suppressed until the court reaches its decision.

The hearing is set to continue today.

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A convicted child molester who skipped the country on bail has been sentenced to seven years and four months jail after he was returned to New Zealand by Botswana police. Christopher Ian Crause used a fake passport to escape his sentencing last year for the sexual offending against two girls aged 13 and 14. In Hamilton District Court yesterday, Judge David Ruth described Crause as an “ageing lothario” who manipulated his vulnerable victims with attention, alcohol and cannabis in exchange for oral sex. Judge Ruth said the 48-year-old ensnared the girls in a premeditated and targeted way and was clearly grooming the pair for sex. - APNZ

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The Ashburton Volunteer Fire Brigade attended a garden shed fire at a Tinwald residence on Tuesday about 5.40pm.

Deputy fire officer Graeme Baker said the shed was destroyed in the blaze, the cause

of which was unknown.

The Methven Volunteer Fire Brigade attended two call-outs on Monday.

Deputy chief Gary Blackwell said there was a pine hedge fire at Barrhill about 7am. A passer-by had alerted

the farmer to the fire, which was probably started from sparks from a previous rubbish burnoff. About 50 metres of the hedge was lost.

The brigade was assisted by Lauriston and Rakaia.

The Methven fire alarm

went off again at 12.30pm, but it was just an alarm test.

However at 1.50pm it sounded again, this time for straw on fire at Ashburton Forks.

The fire was also attended by the Mt Somers and Alford Forest brigades.

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■ LAURISTON SCHOOL PRODUCTION

Lauriston School pupils raised $1000 for the local Cancer Society through their production at the Methven Heritage Centre last month.

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Cancer Society benefits from show

By GaBrielle Stuart

the pupils had plenty of difficult decisions to make, donating all the profits from the shows wasn’t one of them.

After seeing a close friend and ex pupil go through cancer treatment, the children had seen the cost of cancer first-hand.

They decided to help in a practical way, donating petrol vouchers to help local families travel to get the treatment they

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When you’re in primary school just $10 is a small fortune – so raising $1000 for the Cancer Society is no easy task.

From scriptwriters to chefs, Lauriston school pupils took on a huge variety of roles as they organised their school production last month, but although

needed. Mid Canterbury Cancer Society manager Annie Bonifant said the donation blew her away.

“There are plenty of things the children could have spent their money on, and for children that age to think so generously like that is amazing.

“The amount they managed to raise is quite incredible, too, as it’s just a small country school.”

She said the donations would be huge for local families, as travel for treatment was one of the biggest practical costs for families in Mid Canterbury.

Lauriston principal Diane Prendergast said the show was arranged and directed by the children over nine weeks.

“They wrote the show, they sold the tickets, they prepared and served the food.

“They had to calculate and work within their budget, and they even managed the lighting and sound at the shows.

“They had support from our teachers, but the kids took on a lot of the leadership on the project themselves.”

She said the production was well supported, with 220 tickets sold for the two shows at the Methven Heritage Centre.

Meridian float price Nursing medal owners sought sinks to lower end

■ MEDALS NEED A HOME

Christchurch Hospital’s Department of Nursing are trying to track down the rightful owner of three historic nurses’ medals that were found at the University of Otago campus in Christchurch recently.

Mary Gordon, Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) executive director of nursing, said the medals were hidden in the back of a safe.

The medals are a NZ Registered Nurses’ medal, a NZ Maternity medal, and a London International Council of Nurses’ medal.

All are engraved with the name or initials of Gwendoline M. Williamson or Williams and dated 1915, 1920 and 1937 respectively.

“They were brought into the Department of Nursing at Christchurch Hospital in the hope we might be able to track down the owner or a family member and return these precious heirlooms,” Ms Gordon says.

Christchurch Hospital’s Department of Nursing hopes to find descendants of Gwendoline Williamson or Williams – who owned these nurses’ medals.

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“It would be lovely if someone who has known Gwendoline or her family could come forward to claim these medals, as I’m sure they carry a lot of sentimental value.”

The CDHB will hold the medals for six months but if

they are still unclaimed by May next year, they will be donated to the Cotter Medical History Trust.

Anyone who has information about the owner of the medals should email communications@cdhb.health.nz

Members of the public who have bought shares in the Meridian Energy float will pay less than expected after the Government set the price at $1.50 following a three-day negotiation process with institutional investors.

The price, announced by ministers on Tuesday night, was at the lower end of a $1.50 to $1.80 range forecast in the company’s prospectus and 10c lower than the $1.60 price cap originally set for retail investors.

The deal will raise $1.88 billion instead of the maximum $2.25 billion for the 49 per cent share, and values Meridian at $3.84 billion.

Finance Minister Bill English said the money raised would be a boost for New Zealand’s capital markets and the economy.

But the offer only attracted 62,000 mum and dad investors - almost half the 113,000 who bought into Mighty River Power.

Mr English said Meridian had attracted a different mix

of investors than Mighty River Power.

“While demand was strong and broad based, overall we saw fewer retail investors bidding for larger parcels of shares.”

Nick Lewis, an analyst at Woodward Partners said the lower number of retail investors reflected the cautious tone from the retail base in the wake of the Mighty River Power deal.

“There is no question the appetite for Meridian has been lower.”

The Government sold 49 per cent of Mighty River in May, issuing shares at $2.50 a piece.

But since then it has struggled to gain momentum, falling below its issue price. Yesterday its shares closed at $2.20.

Philip Anderson, an analyst at Devon Funds Management, said the low price for Meridian reflected the poor performance of Mighty River Power.

“It has obviously been a big turnoff for retail investors.”

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OUR VIEW

Fire season is nearly upon us Coen Lammers EDITOR

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irefighters in New Zealand will be watching the news coverage from the Australian bush fires with concern.

As the weather heats up in this country, we all know the season of fire risks is upon us, but nothing this summer will come anywhere near what our Australian cousins have to deal with.

Sydney is currently covered in smog from the hundreds of fires across a front that stretches 1500km, the equivalent of the length of New Zealand.

Several Kiwi firefighters are set to head across the ditch to help their exhausted colleagues who have been battling the blazes, the heat waves and blustery conditions for many days now.

It is hard enough when the weather gods conspire against the rural fire services, but it now appears that the main blazes have been caused by teenage firebugs who can expect the wrath of a nation.

Despite the millions in property losses, the good news has been that so far there has only been one confirmed casualty in this massive disaster area.

It demonstrates the Australians have learned from the deadly Black Saturday bush fires in Victoria in 2010 and people are more aware of the genuine dangers. They no longer stick around to protect their homes or ride their luck, but instead look after their most important possessions, their family and their lives. That preparedness is also a stark warning to rural Kiwis as we are getting into our dry season.

In recent days we have seen in Mid Canterbury how easy fires can start in birds’ nests hiding in tractors or even in a pile of peastraw. And the burn-off and BBQ season is yet to start.

Last year, the Ashburton fire service had over 100 call-outs during a hectic summer and Mid Canterbury firefighters had to help out on both sides of the Rakaia, including a massive 2kmlong scrub fire around Prebbleton.

Local fire chiefs will be watching their Australian counterparts and hoping there will be no repeat of last summer, but much of that depends on how much care the community takes.

YOUR VIEW Nitrates I was surprised that you published Doug Forsyth’s letter implying a criticism of the dairy industry and its usage of nitrates.

We all know that the industry thrives on unlimited use of free water and its usage is daily granted freely by the various local authorities.

We are on the verge of having what little water remains for domestic usage to be treated chemically in an effort to make it safe for the household.

Chemicals can never return water to that natural safe state.

What is left in the rivers and streams is no longer supportive of fish life nor in sufficient quantity for recreational use, but this is the price we must all pay for the prosperity we will all enjoy as promised.

What I am aware of is that politicised promises are rarely fulfilled and none who promised are ever accountable and expect neither accountability nor re-

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sponsibility from the dairy industry, but you can expect to see taxpayer help when China decides to provide for itself.

M. N. Richards

Arthritis appeal Again the Arthritis New Zealand appeal was a success due to the wonderful efforts of thousands of volunteers across the country.

Not only do we take the opportunity to raise funds for our services, but this time raises awareness of arthritis, its invisibility and its impact on people, families and communities.

Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in New Zealand.

There are children who are taking chemotherapy drugs, not because they have cancer, but because they have arthritis.

And there are parents who can’t hug their children, because it hurts too much.

With only 12 per cent of our funding coming from government agencies, we need the sup-

by David Fletcher

port and generosity of the New Zealand public.

Donations are still being counted, so the final total is not yet available.

If you were unable to donate during the appeal, you can still help us to help those who are living with arthritis. You can donate through our website www.arthritis.org.nz. You can text ‘joints’ to 5464. Or you can phone 0900 333-20 to donate $20. Thank you again for your support.

Sandra Kirby

Investing in Ashburton Congratulations must go to Barry and Chris and the Redmond families whose investments over many decades in Ashburton have mostly gone unnoticed.

Yesterday’s announcement to redevelop the Ashburton Arcade is another example of this family’s tremendous foresight

from which our community will enjoy and treasure for many years to come.

Bruce Bell

Books appreciated Last week I was very fortunate to accept new Margaret Mahy books from the Ashburton Rotary Club. The club has kindly donated these books to every five-year -old child who enrols at school next year.

I want to thank the Ashburton Rotary Club members who work unselfishly to run their annual Bookarama. It is from this project that funds have been allocated for the purchase of these books. As a school we are very fortunate to have the support of the Plains Rotary Club who donate dictionaries to all of our Year 6s and now this project from Ashburton Rotary Club. On behalf of our children and families, thank you to our Rotary Clubs.

Peter Livingstone Tinwald School principal

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Why do dads come to school? the school to watch or coach is a big reason to see them there.

Mums love it too because it means there is an older male giving out instructions and little Billy Backchat follows along without complaint.

When his child wins or scores a goal/try it is a great moment and it calls for a snow flake from Maccas.

Sports gives him a chance to wear his new Canterbury jersey and ruefully smile about how Larry won The Cup because he’s a billionaire.

Peter Livingstone OUT OF SCHOOL

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e love our dads – they are great and get involved in school when and where they can.

Being creatures of habit, it is pretty easy to work out their motivation. So here we go: The Top 5 Reasons Dads Come To School – see if you agree.

Number 1 – Camp/trip

Number 5 – The Water Cycle Homework Project Let’s kick off with a favourite for dads. Little Jenny comes home with a two-week project about the water cycle.

Next thing you know dad has come up with a sealed tray that uses mum’s hairdryer and the submersible pump from the gold fish pond. (He also brought a set of chisels at Mitre 10 while he was in there getting sealant and tubing for the project).

He can’t wait to find out what mark the teacher is going to give Jenny.

Number 4 – The Working Bee Oh I love this one – one of my favourites. There are two types who turn up. The desk jockey and the contractor. The desk jockey arrives early, because he read the newsletter and wants to be on time. He has a fourdoor car (no more than a 2.4L motor).

He has never paid more than $99 for a drill.

He owns one hammer and wishes he got a tool belt for Father’s Day. The contractor

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Dads love the whole grated-carrot-filled-roll-bushwalk as much as the next kid.

arrives near the end, but not last. His 4WD has huge lettering that says Pitbull Construction or Smashed Demolition.

The beast of a vehicle can pull the Fox Glacier 5km off course.

The trailer is triple axled, galv dipped, full tilting with a synchromeshed remote controlled winch. When he takes out a drill and plugs it in, Tiwai Point goes offline.

Number 3 – To Sort It Out! This is a classic. Dad comes home to find mum and child most upset.

Seems there was an ‘incident’

in the playground and little Johnny was placed on step two of the behaviour management programme. It all sounds very unfair.

That’s it – he has had enough! (even though this is the first he has heard of it). He is “goin’ down to that school and gonna SORT IT OUT!” And is he going to get the job done, especially when he finds out “that principal” is from Auckland!

Number 2 – Sports Counting down to the big one and this one is big enough.

Dads love sport and being at

This is the big one because without a doubt dads really commit to these – they take annual leave to be on them!

Yip, being away with his kid and mucking around in boats, creeks, on skifields or sneaking a special Milo with the other dads is pure bliss.

Firstly, all these kids are someone else’s responsibility.

Secondly the home baking can be accessed any time and he knows where the top shelf stuff is kept (I’m talking fudge brownies).

And thirdly, he is just a big kid after all and loves the whole grated-carrot-filled-roll-bushwalk and camp-concert-fartingsong-item as much as anyone else.

So to all our dads – we salute you and say thanks.

Whatever reason you have for coming to school, we don’t mind, it’s great to have you involved.

Now, I must organise a camp fundraiser working bee …

POLL RESULT Yesterday’s result Q: Would you like to see the Ashburton Arcade rebuilt and modernised?

Today’s online poll question Q: Do you think Pay and Display machines will be good for motorists? (Poll closes on Thursday at 4pm)

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■ AUSTRALIA

In brief Activists released The Syrian government has released 13 jailed women, a rights group said a move that is likely part of an ambitious regional prisoner exchange. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the women were released from the headquarters of the Damascus provincial government, but said they had not been able to contact the women. The women may have been released as part of a three-way exchange that began on October 18. It saw Syrian rebels release nine Lebanese men held for a year and a half. Lebanese gunmen simultaneously released two Turkish pilots held since August.

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Iraq raises death toll

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Residents begin to flee homes Residents of the NSW Blue Mountains are beginning to flee ahead of what’s feared to be the most serious day of the state’s bushfire crisis.

Fire authorities have warned residents to leave if they’re not prepared to defend their homes, ahead of hot, dry and windy conditions.

All Blue Mountains schools have been closed to keep families together in the case of evacuations and people have been told not to enter the area unless it’s essential.

Premier Barry O’Farrell said

Lithgow Workers’ Club and Penrith Workers’ Club were open for people who have nowhere else to go and state government assistance was available there.

“We hope of course that today’s conditions, today’s potential events, do not occur,” he told reporters.

“As the commissioner has said repeatedly, we’ve planned for the worst, but we continue to hope for the best.

“But whatever happens today, we’re not out of the woods.

“This will be a long exercise,

not just from these firegrounds but from elsewhere.

The premier said the state would get through the day because of the “extraordinary efforts” of fire authorities in planning and firefighting.

Three of the four most serious bushfires are being battled in the mountains west of Sydney, where more than 200 homes were burned down last week.

Rural Fire Service Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons said the five millilitres of rain overnight had cooled the area, but

the worst of the weather was yet to come.

“It’s only a matter of hours before we start to see a flare up in the fire activity and potential for breach of these tenuous containment strategies,” he told reporters.

He said winds in the Blue Mountains were strengthening to up to 70km/h and cloud was “burning off ” across greater Sydney and the major firegrounds.

“It is important today that we remain vigilant and ready to act,” he added.

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■ UNITED KINGDOM

Prince’s godparents named Prince William and his wife Kate have asked seven people to be godparents to their son, Prince George, who will be christened at a major royal family gathering, palace officials said.

Queen Elizabeth II and her husband Prince Philip plan to attend the christening at the Chapel Royal at St James’s Palace, along with Prince Charles, his wife Camilla, Prince Harry and other royals.

Kate’s parents Michael and Carole Middleton and her sister Pippa and brother James are also on the guest list.

The godparents include close

friends from their university days, a friend of William’s late mother, Princess Diana, a childhood chum of William, and a school friend of Kate’s.

They are: Oliver Baker, a friend from St Andrews University; Emilia Jardine-Paterson, who went to the exclusive Marlborough College with Kate; Earl Grosvenor, who is the son of the Duke of Westminster; Jamie LowtherPinkerton, a former private secretary to the couple; Julia Samuel, described as a close friend of the late Princess Diana; Zara Phillips, who is William’s cousin, and William van

Cutsem, a friend of William.

Charles and Camilla plan to host a private tea afterward at their Clarence House residence.

George, who was born July 22 and is third in line for the British throne, will be christened by Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby.

Some royal watchers have camped outside the palace for more than 24 hours to obtain a good vantage point for watching the guests arrive, but the ceremony will be private.

The official photographs are expected to be released to the public the day after the christening.

- AP

Iraqi officials have raised the death toll from attacks on police in the western Anbar province the previous night to 19. A police officer said the victims included three civilians. Earlier reports said eight policemen were killed. The first attack took place when a suicide bomber rammed his explosive-laden car into a checkpoint at the entrance of the town of Rutba, killing five policemen. Another suicide bomber drove his car into a nearby bypass where police were stationed, killing four policemen and three civilian truck drivers. -AP

Mayor re-elected After a nail-biting race that went on long into the night, the secular mayor of Jerusalem won a second term in a hard-fought campaign that saw him fend off a challenger backed by two of Israel’s biggest kingmakers in an election that was the centerpiece of nationwide municipal voting. “Jerusalem won,” Mayor Nir Barkat declared in a victory speech at about 3.30am.

He told supporters it had been a “tough and complex” battle and called for unity, saying “Jerusalem has room for everybody.”

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Archbishop slammed The leader of Poland’s Catholic Church has come under a wave of condemnation by appearing to suggest that children are partly to blame for being sexually abused by priests. Archbishop Jozef Michalik, head of Poland’s influential Episcopate, was commenting this month on revelations about Polish pedophile priests. A child from a troubled family, Michalik told reporters, “seeks closeness with others and may get lost and may get the other person involved, too.” The words triggered an immediate uproar — one that Michalik tried to stamp out the same day by apologising and saying he had been misunderstood. But the damage was done.

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Teen sets off blast

British Royal family fan Terry Hutt camps outside the Chapel Royal, St James's Palace in London ahead of the christening.

Authorities in Bahrain say a teenager has been killed when an explosive device he was carrying detonated prematurely as he attempted to stage an attack in the tense Gulf nation. A gun and ammunition were found near the body of the 17-year-old youth about 10 kilometres west of the capital, Manama. Authorities say he was already wanted.

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Rosy report for technology industry

BY HOLLY RYAN The technology industry is booming, with revenue growth of $260 million this year after a rise in investment in the sector and a recovering United States market, says the latest TIN100 report, released last night.

The ninth annual report into the information communication and technology (ICT) sector has highlighted several trends that appear to have strengthened this year, resulting in $7.26 billion of revenue for the top 100 companies, a 3.7 per cent increase on last year.

TIN100 report publisher Greg Shanahan was delighted with the results, which he said showed New Zealand’s tenacity as an innovative country and an increasingly successful technology sector with strong leadership.

“This year’s report has shown that increasingly growth is dependent on a leadership position in the market, broad global exposure and CEOs who, as one put it, have a fearless sense of self belief.”

Research and development has been a key theme in this year’s report, with the majority of

companies in the top 50 reporting R&D as being vital to business growth and success.

Several of the top businesses in the latest TIN100 report said that as the rapid pace of the technology industry increased, R&D investment was the only way to stay at the top.

“In this industry it’s not enough just to reach the top, once you get there you have to work hard to stay there,” said Intergen managing director Tony Stewart.

“For Intergen, R&D is a fundamental part of our business, it never stops.”

This commitment is illustrated by 10 per cent growth in this area, as well as an increase in the number of staff allocated to R&D in general.

ICT in particular saw huge investment in R&D, and represented the most rapidly expanding sector in the report, with 16.5 per cent revenue growth of $122 million, almost half of the total growth of $260 million.

Software development sectors and general software also saw revenue rise more than 20 per cent each. This has been helped by the success of companies such as Xero, Orion Health and

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March 2013 quarter,” said Statistics NZ. Janet Faulding predicted a rise in job numbers.

“As the economy continues to strengthen, we expect to see these positive signs of growth reflected in more and more industries,” Faulding said.

“There were 300 opportunities listed under design and architecture on seek.co.nz in September and over 50 per cent were located in Auckland, mirroring the city’s property-related construction boom,” she said.

Government and defence posted the second largest increase with a 49 per cent growth in roles since September last year while self-employment opportunities increased by 35 per cent and trades and services were up 32 per cent.

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Fletcher has 110 jobs advertised globally of which 71 are in New Zealand.

It wants people to fill sales and services, telesales, area manager, driver, machine operator, concrete worker, supervisor and planning roles, as well as many other positions.

“The recruitment team have told me the number of job vacancies listed on our website is consistent with the last four months,” said a Fletcher spokesperson.

“They say there’s been no particular increase in activity, although seasonally this tends to be a busy time for recruitment as people look to sort things out before the Christmas break.”

Low labour costs and a better tax system in New Zealand were prompts for Fletcher to create a new shared services centre in Auckland, responsible for processing and most of the administrative functions of the company’s divisions here and in Australia.

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Positions for 16,000 people are available now and 200,000 jobs have been advertised since January on one of New Zealand’s biggest employment websites.

Janet Faulding, general manager of online job and training site Seek, said much of the job growth was in Auckland and construction, technology and architecture were at the forefront of job growth.

Seek was yesterday showing 8206 Auckland positions.

Her comments followed this week’s release of the latest quarterly report from Auckland Council chief economist Geoff Cooper who found the city’s unemployment rate fell from 7.3 per cent in the first quarter of this year to 6.7 in the latest quarter, the biggest pick-up since 2011.

Cooper also noted how construction was proving a huge employer, with big jobs like the Waterview Connection.

Latest data from Statistics NZ also showed the number of people employed increased by 8000 from the March quarter to the June quarter.

New Zealand has a working age population of 3.5 million and a labour force of 2.4 million.

“In the June 2013 quarter, the seasonally adjusted number of people employed increased 0.4 per cent (8000) to 2,242,000. This followed a 1.7 per cent rise in the

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This gives the provider a continuous revenue stream and means customers can better manage their costs and grow.

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1300 prime lambs, ewes auctioned Sheep at the Tinwald saleyards (left) await their date with the auctioneer this week when around 1300 prime lambs and ewes went under the hammer.

Heavy prime lambs sold for between $126 and $133, medium weights between $110 and $120 and lightweights from $90 to $108.

Heavy prime ewes sold for $115 to $129, medium weights between $85 to $100, and lightweights $65 to $75.

A small yarding of store lambs also sold, with a group of 35 crossbred ewes with good lambs at foot making $90.

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to be sold off online The country’s first auction company specialising in agricultural machinery has been launched in Ashburton.

Launched by the Carr Group, Circle Auctions has created a unique auction platform of products and services which can be utlised by all agricultural sectors, forecasting a bright future for used farm machinery trade – not just nationally – but globally.

Circle Auctions offers real-time online auctions of agricultural equipment.

Managing director of Circle Auctions, James Carr, said with general manager and auctioneer Chris Lindsay’s experience, the company has created a secure auction site which will help Kiwi farmers, contractors and machinery dealers connect with wider domestic and international markets.

“Circle Auctions will start off with farm machinery and at a later date will add heavy equipment, cars and trucks over the next

six months. We then plan to move into auctioning other agricultural products for customers who want more transparency in the market,” Mr Carr said.

While the company will initially target domestic customers in New Zealand, Circle Auctions plans to utilise the group’s knowledge and presence in international markets.

“This will be a help to New Zealand farmers, contractors, and machinery dealers looking to offload quality used machines to emerging agricultural regions around the world by selling online,” Mr Carr said.

The company’s inaugural auction will be held at The Circle Auction Rooms, on the corner Main South Road and Hassall Street, in Tinwald on November 27 at 11am.

For more information about the buying and selling process or to register your interest visit circleauctions.co.nz or phone 307-9400.

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1 – How many Ashburton District Councillors represent the Eastern Ward? a. One b. Two c. Three 2 – Which company produces the Galaxy range of smartphones? a. Nokia b. Samsung c. Blackberry 3 – Who stars as Mary Crawley in the Downton Abbey TV series? a. Nellie Melba b. Elizabeth McGovern c. Michelle Dockery 4 – Which common household commodity is mostly composed of acetic acid? a. Vinegar b. Butter c. Stain remover 5 – Where was the singer Christina Aguilera born? a. Toronto b. New York c. Sao Paulo 6 – Which former soccer superstar is facing prison for non-payment of taxes? a. Pele b. Paul Gascoigne c. Diego Maradona 7 – The Mason-Dixon line divided...? a. Canada and the USA b. Alaska and Canada c. The American north and south 8 – Which Ashburton street doesn’t run along the Recreation reserve? a. Elizabeth Street b. Walnut Avenue c. Philip Street

Yesterday’s top 5 stories on guardianonline.co.nz:

1. Brand new arcade on the way 2. Pay and display arrives 3. Black panther moving south?

4. Ashburton ‘may be split’ 5. Big air on the mountain

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It was early-morning party time recently at Allenton Kindergarten. Everyone dressed up in their pyjamas for a fun shared breakfast feast. Family members came along to join in on the celebrations as well. Jade Curtis (left) in her pyjamas and slippers all ready for a yummy healthy breakfast!

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October 25 – Arts on Tour Bella Kalolo Band concert from 7.30pm at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre.

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October 26 – Court Theatre Production Bombshells from 7.30pm at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre.

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October 26 – Screening of Dirty Dancing and cocktail night from 7.30 pm at Methven Cinema Paradiso.

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To October 28 – Extended Momentum exhibition by artist Angela Mole at the Methven Heritage Centre.

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October 30 – Film Society mystery film screening from 5.45pm at the Regent Cinema.

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November 8 – Light the Art fundraising evening and art auction from 6pm at the Ashburton Art Gallery.

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November 16 – Our Evolving New Zealand Culture project starts with Ashburton District schools painting on the walls of the Ashburton Art Gallery.

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November 19 – NZ rural comedy You Gotta Be Joking from 7.30pm at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre.

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November 29 – Four-man band Beyondsemble performing from 7pm at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre.

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December 1 – Strassman Careful What You Wish For! comedy night from 6pm at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre.

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Tinwald limestone carver Brent Holley is preparing for the Oamaru Stone Symposium.

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Limestone carver Brent Holley is over the moon to have been invited to the Oamaru Stone Symposium next month.

The 44-year-old, who lives at Tinwald with his partner and three children, has been carving from limestone for about three years.

He said he was excited to have been invited after approaching the organisers, and was already thinking of what he might carve from the twotonne block, about 1.6 metres high and one metre in width, which would be provided.

“To be able to carve a twotonne stone, that will be the biggest carve I have ever done,” he said.

The two-week symposium begins November 2 and is held every two years. The many

forms he has carved from limestone include a manaia, which is a Maori protector.

But he had not yet decided what he would do at the symposium, or whether it would be one large carve or several smaller ones. And even if he

had decided, it was something which could change on the day.

“You come up with a concept for a stone but a stone will only let you carve what it’s going to,” he said.

Each stone had variations in texture, and then the carv-

er’s mood would also affect it.

“Sometimes you make a mistake and that just adds to the carving,” he said.

Mr Holley said most of his work was commissions for friends and others who had heard about his skills via word of mouth, although his GRC NZ Facebook page had also been helpful.

“It’s quite good to do a commission because you can carve a person’s story for them,” he said.

He got into carving after seeing a hunk of limestone while at work at the Ashburton Resource Recovery Park.

He is contracted to Masterguard, which runs the park, to provide education in schools on recycling and sustainability.

“I thought I would give it a go, it just started from there really,” he said.

Go to Beyond the Edge Grab your tickets for an Ashburton Museum fundraiser and see what the movie critics are raving about.

Beyond the Edge tells the story of Kiwi mountaineering legend Sir Edmund Hillary’s ascent of Mt Everest.

Using a mix of documentarystyle reporting and dramatic reenactments, the movie follows Sir Ed and Tenzing Norgay claim the world’s highest peak in 1953.

WETA visual effects artist Chad Moffitt make his first front of camera debut as Hillary, in this stunning 3D account of history in the making.

The movie night fundraiser will be held on Friday night, kicking off at 7.30pm.

Tickets cost $20 and are available from the Ashburton Museum, or by phoning Bev Tasker on 303-6003, Anne Stroud on 308-6148, or Liz Quaid on 308-0392.

If you have an event coming up and you think it might be suited to the Arts Diary, please let us know by contacting Susan Sandys on 307-7961 or susan.s@theguardian.co.nz

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Allenton Outdoor Bowling Club Morning all. Only the Progressive Pairs played this week (they are progressing very well). The results were: SKIP: 1st.

John Vanderheide 2nd. Tod Vincent.

LEAD: 1st. Michael Lawson 2nd. Brian Marsden. It seems another enjoyable day had by all participants which is great to hear. Allenton hosted the rep bowls on Sunday, another good day and result going Mid Canterbury’s way. Keep up the good bowls everyone. That’s all to speak of this week Well done to the ALL Blacks went down to the game absolutely fab and what A Wonderful Stadium. Catch you again next week.

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Ashburton Bowling Club The first of the ladies competitions was completed on 22 Oct. Margaret Eder, Shirley Maw, Jan Rooke and Wendy Herriot were victorious over Diane Gutberlet, Gillian Kelly, Gaynor Crack and Pip Kiddey by 20 shots to 14, Diane declaring after the 17th end.

The match was even up to the 8th end when it was 9 all Margaret’s team accumulated single shots up to the 11th end then picked up a 5 and then a 3 on the 14th end. This made it difficult for Diane and team who tried to close the gap but finished with Diane declaring after the 17th end with the score at 20-14. Well done to the winners.

Entries are still being taken for the Bowman Cup to be held November 8 at 9.30.

Joan Dutton, Gloria or Ollie will be pleased to take your entry. A clothing company from Breeze with be in attendance so bring your money to purchase goods at reduced prices.

The ladies begin their matches in the Rowntree Competitions this week good bowling.

Saturday Roll over has begun and is run

by Lois and Shirley. Names or discs in by 1pm please for a 1.15 start or you may miss out. Corner to Corner will begin on Saturday October 26 with the same format as last year. $2 for 2 bowls played off in heats. Half the entry money will be paid in prizes, 1st, 2nd and 3rd and half banked for the end of season final play. This will carry on for each Sat pm through till after New Year or Feb at a date to be announced. Names in at afternoon tea time to Anne and her helpers.

The men began their Saturday competitions and met Hornby last week with 1 win and 2 losses in the 3 4’s. The team of Jo, Murray, Harold and Russell were winners 22 - 16 the other team led by Charlie and Graham were not so lucky going down by 2 and 7 shots. The 2 4’s had a bye. Friday triples got off to a good start with 2 greens filled and 3 teams recorded 3 wins. Teams from Ashburton filled 1st, 3rd, 4th and 1 member played in a 5th place team.

The new shirts have arrived and members playing in them look really classy.

Thanks to the shirt committee for their work.

Ashburton Club and MSA Golf Section On Sunday, October 13 our members visited the Denfield Golf Club, Geraldine, where we met the Hornby Club Golf Section and played an aggregate stableford competition, the trophy was for the best 10 individual stableford points from both clubs. Fifty-two players competed, coming out victorious was Hornby 34.2 M S A 36.9 Best stablefords from our MSA club were Women:Joan Undy 37; Kay Fox 32 Men: Eddie Tulip 38; Brent Smith 37 Nearest the pin No. 12 Don Houghton; No.9 Rodney Harris One of our members did well in the raffles and it was suggested a subscription for the Ashburton Guardian was a good idea if he wanted to see his name in the paper. Friendly reminder to all members who are going to Akaroa November 2 and 3. Please be at the MSA carpark Saturday 2nd minibus will be leaving at 7.30.

Saturday will find us on the fairways of Duvauchelles and on Sunday we will attempt the Kaituna Course.

Good luck for Labour Weekend to the girls who are playing in the South Island Chartered Clubs Tournament Queens Park Invercargill. Trish Cates Janice Dunlop Maxine Carter and Kay Fox.

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson poses with his book in London. ap photo

Ashburton Garden Club Thirty two members and one visitor gathered at the Senior Centre for the October Meeting with Jennifer Marks presiding. There were 11 apologies. Jenny Marks the President reminded everyone about the Pot Luck Luncheon to be held in November and that Nicole Hazelhurst will be there to speak on her trip to Germany for the Worldskills competition at 11am. Everyone must be there and seated by 11am as Nicole has to get back to work and we appreciate the time she is giving to us. We were advised there is to be a meeting of the Alpine Club on November 5 and all are invited to go along and hear Cliff Brooker. It is at St Paul’s Hall and is a gold coin donation.

Jenny Marks has tickets at $20 for St Paul’s Christmas extravaganza if anyone would like to buy one.

Fay McQuarters was welcomed as a new member.

Barry Risman then gave an information talk on roses and members could ask questions. Re their growing. It was very interesting and Marilyn Cross presented him with a token for his time.

Afternoon tea was then served.

The following is the results of the Flower Show from October 17.

Premier Bloom: Mary Smith Flower of the Month, Pansy: Mary Leighton 1, Bev Cornwall 2, Audrey McKay 3.

Large bloom: Audrey McKay 1, Isabel Porter 2, Mary Leighton 3.

Small bloom: Audrey McKay 1, Bev Cornwall 2,Mary Leighton 3.

Miniature bloom: Jenny Marks 1, Ellie Leak 2, Mary Leighton 3.

Spike: Jenny Marks 1, Maureen McDowell 2, Audrey McKay and Bev Cornwall 3.

Cluster: Maureen McDowell 1, Pat Tarbotton 2, Isabel Porter 3.

Shrub: Bev Cornwall 1, Jenny Marks 2, Mary Smith 3.

Decorative A, Tall and Slender: Mary Smith 1, Marilyn Cross 2, Jenny Marks 3.

Decorative B, Tall and Slender: Isabel Porter 2.

Ashburton Hearing Association Our second bus trip for the year was held on October 17.

The destination was Waimate and on the

way we stopped off at Caroline Bay in Timaru for morning tea. Many members had not visited the Bay for several years and were interested in the development of this popular holiday spot.

Our next stop was the Knitwear Factory in Waimate and a tour of the factory was very interesting, especially the machine that knitted a complete glove in 1½ minutes. Some shopping also took place!

The Waimate Gardens was the area chosen for lunch; following that David Owen, a former Mayor of Waimate, joined us.

David was a most entertaining speaker.

His commentary pointed out many interesting and historic spots including: St Patrick’s Church, Te Kiteroa, a historic house built in 1913 and now operating as a luxury lodge and winery and the White Horse Lookout on Mt John – a tribute to the Clydesdale horses whose valuable work in developing the district was acknowledged.

We had a tour of Knottingley Park, notable for its plantations of exotic trees, which began in 1878. In 1993 a group of residents started working alongside the Park Superintendent and with many hours of voluntary labour much additional development work has been undertaken.

Unfortunately all areas have been severely damaged by the recent winds, with many valuable plantations destroyed. The local racecourse was a sad sight with grandstand roofs and seating totally destroyed.

Our trip home was pleasant and an icecream stop in Temuka was well received.

Ashburton Pakeke Lions Club The October meeting of Ashburton Pakeke Lion’s Club held at the Hotel Ashburton with an attendance of 80 members, partners and visitors. President John Lynch welcomed District Governor Allan Prakash. Clipboards were circulated requesting assistance for Foundation for the Blind Street Day Appeal and for the selling of the Pakeke Lions Christmas raffle in Ashburton and at the A&P Show. Members were encouraged to attend the Men’s health evening being

Sir Alex Ferguson says he twice rejected the chance to become England manager during his glittering career at Manchester United.

The Scot makes the revelation in Alex Ferguson, My Autobiography, which was launched at a press conference yesterday in London.

Ferguson is typically forthright in the book, to be officially published on October 24, criticising several former players including Roy Keane and David Beckham.

The 71-year-old, who retired last summer after 26 years in charge at United, said the Football Association approached him twice to take over as England manager.

The first time was in 1999, before Kevin Keegan was given the job, and the second in 2001 before Sven Goran Eriksson took over. “(Adam) Crozier made me the offer to manage the team.

“It didn’t take me long to decide, 10 seconds. There was no way in a million years I could manage England.

“Imagine me going back to Scotland after that, dearie me.

Of England, it was a great opportunity to relegate them.”

Ferguson, who managed Aberdeen and Scotland in the 1986 World Cup finals, does not hold back from criticising some of his former players.

His former captain Keane is particularly targeted, with Ferguson saying that the Irishman became a liability when he began to lose his dominance in midfield toward the end of his career. “The hardest part of Roy’s body is his tongue,” Ferguson writes.

Ferguson says Beckham was more interested in his fame than his football towards the end of his career and also confirms that Wayne Rooney did indeed ask for a transfer, before later retracting his request.

The Scot also used the book to lay into some of his rivals, including former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez.

In the book, he says Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard was no match for his own midfielders Keane and Paul Scholes, and describes Chelsea’s Frank Lampard as “not an elite international footballer”.

- DPA

organised by the Methven Lions Club.

The Pakeke Golf will be on Thursday November 25 and the day out for the Disadvantaged Children will take place on December 6. Grace was said by Lion Graham Taylor who cheekily asked for rain to fall on Lion Maurice’s vegetable garden.

Following a buffet meal District Governor Allan Prakash inducted Russell Smollett into membership of Ashburton Pakeke and welcomed both he and his wife Vera into the fellowship of Lionism.

The Membership Growth Key Award was presented to Lion John Marshall for the role he has played in introducing new members to the club.

Entertainment for the evening was provided by Luke Glendinning one of Ashburton’s young talented singers who is becoming a well known artist both on stage and at entertainment venues in the town.

Reports were given of the trip to the Temuka Pakeke Lions and of the social evening held in the Greenstreet Hall for all Lion members in this area. A fun time was had by all who enjoyed a nostalgic return to ”the good old days” of dancing, music and home baking.

District Governor Allan addressed the meeting and opened his remarks by congratulating Ashburton Pakeke on the enthusiasm and fellowship that he had observed within the club and particularly had praise for the fact that the ladies of members were an integral part of club activities.

He reminded members that there are many benefits being part of the global organisation that serves humanity. In order to achieve this all clubs must prioritise membership retention and this District especially must focus on the issue. World President encourages members to “Follow your Dreams” and our DG says “Individually we are one drop, together an ocean” Next ladies craft day will beat Norma Galloway on November 11.

Evening concluded with Lion Maurice deputising as the Lion Tamer extracting fines for misdemeanours and the singing of the National Anthem accompanied by Rona Hayward.

Ashburton Rose Garden On Wednesday October 9 President Pauline O’Leary welcomed 19 members to the monthly meeting. We had apologies from Joan Strachan and Rowena Downes.

Our speaker was Barry Rissman who spoke on “Moon Gardening Advice”. He said that October was a very important month for planting by the moon. The 1st quarter 12 October was good to put plants in the garden and seeds sown in the right phase of the moon germinate in 4 days. His talk was very interesting and Pauline thanked him for coming to speak to us.

Our competition was: 1 Stem Camellia: 1st Pauline O’Leary; 2nd Marilyn Dudley; 3rd Zena Clark 1 Stem Rhodo: 1st Shirley Thomas; 2nd Perry Jowers; 3rd Zena Clark Fragrant Shrub: 1st Kathy Collie; 2nd Shirley Thomas Our monthly raffle was won by Lois Bradley.

Our next meeting will be a “Rosie Nite” with Graeme Gunn as our guest judge.

The meeting concluded with supper.

Ashvegas Country Club Club day was held at Tinwald last Sunday and without doubt the highlight for the morning was the comeback from injury of Legs. Many would compare his injury as similar to those incurred by rugby greats, Michael Jones and Dan Carter so it was a testament to his athletic ability that he has been able to recover so quickly.

His round got off to a brilliant start with 20 points on the first side before he predictably run out of steam on the back nine to finish near the tail of the field.

The best round of the morning was recorded by Bryan McFarlane who finished with a score of 40 stableford points after an excellent round of 77. In 2nd place was Clarkie who had 38 points after his round of 85 while Pete Bettle and veteran Richy Watson did best of the others with 36 points.

The clubs monthly premier day is scheduled to be held this Sunday at Pegasus and those wishing to attend should meet at the Devon at the normal time of 8.30am.

Club news www.guardianonline.co.nz College Cricket Club Third grade started last weekend and two of the College teams tasted victory but Matt Coote’s captaincy career didn’t get off to the best start when Blue had to default to Methven, due to a lack of numbers (and drivers!).

Red travelled to Lauriston to take on this year’s favourites at home. Red was rolled for 54 after batting for 32 overs but they managed to bowl Lauriston out for 51.

Details are a bit sketchy but we hear Michael Burton batted 12 overs for his 2 runs while it sounds like Edze got four wickets and Deon Biggs, Jarod Hopwood and Kody Stuthridge picked up two wickets each.

Gold and Green locked horns on the domain. Green’s Harry Ferguson was so shocked (his words) when Gold’s captain Andrew Jopson finally managed to get one on the stumps (after various wides and no balls) that he missed it and was bowled for nought. Luke Tod (10), Ryan Hampton (12) and extras (13) were the only others to make double figures as Green were all out for 47. Josh Buchanan picked up 3 for 4 off his six overs.

Harry Watson also claimed 3, the others were shared by Jopson, Logan Havis and Gareth Hunt. Gold’s reply didn’t start so well with Dylan Shore removing Sam Turner in the first over before Jopson (23) and Zach Naldrett (19 no) saw the side home for the loss of four wickets.

Shore, Connor O’Grady, Devam Pandya and Johnathan Regaldo were the wicket takers.

Creative Fibre Meeting President Margaret opened the meeting on October 21 with a welcome to a good attendance of members. Secretary Sue accepted apologies and a resignation from a loyal member, Heather. Sympathy cards were sent to Margaret, Bev and Noeline. Treasurer, Fenn reported a good financial balance and subs are now due. May reported on the area meeting and told us about a shop under construction in the new tannery complex in Woolston which will replace the Wool, Yarn & Fibre shop damaged in the earthquake.

Upcoming events: Kaffe Fassett will visit Christchurch next year.

November a tapestry weaving class is to be held in Christchurch.

Dunedin will be the venue for the 2014 Wool Festival – book soon.

AMP Show - our display and demonstration at the AMP Show will be held in the tin shed by the sheep pens on both days.

Our Christmas Luncheon on Monday 2 December will be catered for at our usual venue and time.

Next spin in at Shona’s November 4.

News Congratulations Ann on your success with scarves in the North Island exhibition.

Two new library books were shown by Shona.

Show & Tell Table Fenn – two small ponchos and hats, and a rug Silvia – a small jacket and hat, and a fine scarf Dorothie – two singlets Bev – a fine shawl and a cardigan Val – a scarf and six hats

Cindy – a singlet AGM Sue read the minutes from last year.

Margaret presented her report on a good year’s activities that included: Monthly meetings Spin In Open Day Stavely and Hanmer Camps Day trip to Little River Open days in other areas Baby singlet project Fenn presented the yearly bank report and annual financial statement.

Margaret then took the chair for the election of officers.

All committee members were re-elected and May Greenslade was appointed the position of Vice President. Sylvia Taylor joined the committee and Colleen Houghton for tea duties.

A big thank you was extended to all of the committee and members who made this such a successful year.

Wilma Wolfreys

Grey Power Ashburton Inc On Monday, October 21 President Joy Jaine welcomed about 60 members to the Monthly General Meeting of Grey Power Ashburton. Joy extended a welcome to members of local Alzheimer’s group who had been invited to attend.

Apologies were received from Greer Ricketts; Ann Stafford; Patsy and Peter Huggins; Peter Thomas; Shirley Smith and Olive McNab; these were accepted.

Joy advised that there were some booklets available on safer driving for older people, and as our next meeting would be our Christmas meeting could members please wear something with a Christmas theme.

The speaker for the afternoon was then introduced; Janet Wainscott has written a book after her experience of caring for her mother who had dementia during the latter stages of her life.

Dementia is not the easiest subject to talk about but it is important to talk about it. Janet started writing near the end of her mother’s life, and short pieces of writing gradually became a book. She read many books on the topic to increase her understanding of the subject; and interviewed people who had similar experiences in caring for people with dementia.

Personal stories promote empathy and understanding, they also help to break down the barriers and the stigma associated with the condition. The title of the book is “what are you doing here” which was the first thing her mother often said when she went to visit her.

At the end of her talk some members related personal experiences of the condition.

Trevor Gamblin who had taught Janet at school passed a vote of thanks and presented Janet with a fruit tray.

The raffle was drawn and prizes distributed. The meeting concluded at 3.10pm and afternoon tea was served.

Next meeting on November 18, wear something Christmassy.

Methven Bowls Congratulations to girls selected to play in triangular rep game.

Shirley Pagey, Raiona Isherwood, Maureen Sullivan, Wendy Blackwell, Ruth

Thursday, October 24, 2013 Smithm Melva Middleton and Wendy Suttie. Mid Canterbury won this with South Canterbury second and Canterbury Country 3rd.

The men’s result was: South Canterbury 1st Mid Canterbury 2nd and Canterbury Country 3rd.

The same group of ladies have also been selected for the next rep game being the town and country in Christchurch, well done. Craig Carters team qualified in the centre triples Tuesday ladies played first round of club champs. In a nail biting finish. With all being tied up with one bowl to go, Ruth drew a perfect shot to take the game for her team. Of Ruth Smith, Wendy Blackwell, Wendy Carter and Mary Stone, Allan Smith, Craig Carter and Hugh Weir were placed 2nd in Friday Triples at Ashburton. On Saturday the men played their 3/4s they played well but were beaten

by Riccarton Park. Our junior men won their game against Papanui Club - well done David Callaghan, Jeff Limbrick, Anthony Holmes and Ivan Syme.

MSA Outdoor Bowling Club At last a beautiful day for the playing of the first round of the Ladies Championship Pairs. Tuesday morning game was a little one sided, but there were still some very good bowls played. The pair of Joyce Cleghorn & Rene Devereux combined well and won 24—9 against Joan Hardy and Marie Harnett.

Afternoon play between Robyn Parkin & Margaret Watson against Shirley Taylor and Kath Muir had to be one of the best games witnessed by the “Rent a Crowd” for a very long time. This match was closely contested throughout, the whole 21 ends and the score was never separated at any stage by more then 2 points. Each of the 4 players gave their best which made the Championship Match very exciting. Special mention of Margaret Watson who partnered Robyn Parkin must be made. Her first two or three ends were not good as she played very short, but with concentration and encouragement from Robyn she adjusted well and went on to play great bowls.

Had there been a trophy for ‘Player of the Day” Margaret would have to qualify. Most impressive play. However this must not deter from the play of Shirley and Kath as they played out of their tree also, which was evident when the score finished 17 all forcing an extra end to be played which ended in a win for Robyn and Margaret 20—17. Great Bowling keep it up.

Weather still fine?? and so the Men’s 2/4’s which were able to get their first round played. The Teams travelled to Cashmere and came home with a win and a loss, but were successful in winning the aggregate. The winning team Robin Petrie(s) Ray Mitchell, Syd Harrison, Ron Cockburn 23—12.

David Muir skipped the other team and was ably supported by Guildford Lane, John Argyle, Darcy Lysaght. Unfortunately they lost by 7 points, Better luck next time Good Health and Good Bowling Tea Duty: October 29th—31st. Eileen Wild - Kath Muir

MSA Petanque Section

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On October 20 we competed in the Piste of Origin Tournament Hosted by the Christchurch Petanque Club.We had six members take part in the Piste of Origin held at Christchurch Petanque Club.

Other teams competing were Christchurch, Papanui, and Ascot.

We competed in Doubles and Triples.

Our teams were: Doubles: Lester & Irene Herron, 1 win, 2 losses Stephen & Rewa Kyle, 1 win, 2 losses Mick Little & Richard Browne, 1 win, 2 losses Triples: Lester, Irene, Richard. 1 win, 2 losses.

Stephen, Rewa, Mick. 1 win, 1 draw, 1 loss.

Although we came 4th we did not disgrace ourselves Results: 1st Papanui 22 pts 2nd Christchurch 20.5 pts 3rd Ascot 16 pts 4th Ashburton 13.5 pts

Tennessee Waltz”, Amelia sang “How Great Thou Art” and also sang and yodelled which pleased the audience.

Arthur led a sing-a-long starting with “Pack up your troubles”, “If you knew Susie”, “Good-bye Piccadilly”, “It’s a long way to Tipperary” and told one of his delightful stories.

A delightful Australian song was sung by Amelia.

Fiona plus flute combined with Yvonne on keyboard to delight the audience with “Don’t fence me in” and “Sailing”.

Yvonne thanked all the lovely entertainers for coming along.

Reminders: Fancy Hat Day on November 12 (Cup Day); Christmas Meal RSA on November 21, pay at Community House or Social Afternoon November 12 cost $14; Christmas Afternoon Tea $3 December 10. For Total Mobility please ring 3081237.

Nor’Westers Muso’s Club

Plains Ladies Probus Club

The Rage Is Coming, The Rage Is Coming, The Rage Is Coming, This Weekend, This Weekend , This WeekendRage On, Rage On, Rage On...Hope you are all about to spend a great Labour Weekend in Ashburton.

The Nor’westers have a great Sunday lined up with our normal Jam Session from 2-6, along with hosting the 2nd round of Ashburton’s Got Talent throughout the afternoon.

Then from 7.30 we have the ever popular Labour Weekend Rage with the first band ‘Glitch’ starting around 8pm, followed by a bit of supper and then ‘Underpass’ will see the night out. Both these bands playing all the classic rock songs you all enjoy.

These two bands are two of the hottest local bands about, both hosting two of the top guitarists around. The dance floor will be humming all night.

There will be great prize raffles available through the night, and have arranged for most of you to have a holiday on the Monday following - how about that !!So, two terrific bands, supper , great raffles ,great company , friendly bar staff , holiday Monday, and all this for $5 - got to mad to miss it all.

So Feeeneys Lounge, the Devon Hotel, Ashburton, Sunday October 27.

Jam session 2-6, then from 7.30 the Labour Weekend rage.

See you all there, the last rage was a real hoot so let’s make this one even better.

Audrey opened the October meeting and asked members how they all got on in the wind. Two visitors were welcomed. With Christmas fast approaching details for the November meeting were read out. The Xmas function is to be held on November 25 at “ViolinosRuth Hall’s musical farm at 629 Methven Highway. Starting at 9.30 morning tea at 10am. $10 cost and bring sunhat and sunglasses.

A good day has been ordered. Car pool with friends. Birthday wishes, wedding Anniversaries and treasurers report were all given. $100 has been given and sent for starting up a centre in the North Island. Nancy Costin was invested and welcomed as a new member. The monthly movie will be on November 6 at 11am but was not sure just what the movie will be shown. The church service is to be held on November 24 at St Andrew’s church at 9.45am. All welcome to attend. Audrey spoke about our bus trip to Mesopotamia Station.

We travelled by bus to Arundel and looked at the new irrigation ponds being built to store water from the Rangitata River for the summer. Then on to “The Victorian Wood Works” for morning tea and look at all the lovely gifts and wooden articles made from treated poles.

Moving on into the rain we headed up to Peel Forest and up to the Station where the sun was shinning for lunch and to watch the shearing. On the way home we stopped at” Rata Peaks Station” and Jan boarded the bus and talked to us about all the good and bad things about living in the country. Homeward bound to a wet day. Then we had a interesting talk from one of our members Rae who told us about her trip to Sweden to her sons wedding then went on a relaxing cruise for 4 days before returning home. The raffle was drawn during morning tea. Our members were then treated to a Fashion Parade Hosted by” Fashion Focus”. Jan, Jill, Natalie, Sandy, Faye and Val modelled clothes ranging from casual day wear to special occasion wear. With lovely bright colours for the summer and comfortable fabrics there was plenty to choose from and was hard for the models to resist. All had enjoyable morning with the meeting closed at 11.30am. We look forward to see everyone at our Christmas meeting.

Ashburton Senior Citizens The Ashburton Senior Citizens Inc held their monthly Social Afternoon on October 8, 2013 at the Ashburton Seniors Centre, Cameron Street.

Hope played the piano to welcome the audience on a cold wet afternoon. Arthur led the singing of “Happy Birthday” for those with an October birthday. He then wished those who are not so well a speedy recovery. Helper’s names to Catherine Smith for the November Big Raffle. The entertainment was started with Arthur singing “I forgive”.

Barbara Thomas’s girls two eight-yearold sisters sang “I dreamed a dream” beautifully.

Fiona played “Blue Moon” and the theme from “Thorn Birds”, Ocean sang “God’s alive and all’s well” and “Count on me”. Arthur came back to sing “The

SPORTS DRAWS AND RESULTS

Results ■■ Bowls Ashburton Bowling Club Finals of Ladies Championship 4’s October 22 Margaret Eder, Shirley Maw, Jan Rooke and Wendy Herriot defeated Diane Gutberlet, Gillian Kelly, Gaynor Crack and Pip Kiddey 20 shots to 14.

■■ Golf

Aorangi South Canterbury Golf Women’s Bronze Champion of Champions October 21 Bronze 2 Champion Joyce Davis (Mayfield) 67 Belinda Kirdy (Tinwald) 74

Lynne McKenzie (Temuka) 74 Shirley McKenzie (Waimate) 75 Ailsa Cornelius (Geraldine) 77 Sally Smith (Rakaia) 79 Bronze 2 runner/up Ann McSweeney (Temuka) 75 Noeline Scully (Pleasant Point) 76 Helen Rapsey (Mayfield) 78 Laurene Parrant (Gleniti) 79 Bronze 3 Champion Sally Hutcheson (Maungati) 75 Jenny Kean (Ashburton) 78 Lois Fraser (Lower Waitaki) 79

Ashburton County Veterans Golf The players age is subtracted from the net score.

1st. with a score of -22 was Bill Hetrick; 2nd. with a score of -19 was Bill Gates; 3rd. = with a score of -17 were: Ray Bennett and Ray Goodman; 5th. with a score of -16 was Neville Trueman; 6th. with a score of -15 was Bill Mason; 7th. with a score of -14 was Jack Hart; 8th. with a

score of -13 was Derek Shaw.

Twos.

Gavin Santy, John Davis and Doug Bruce.

Draws ■■ Bowls Methven Bowling Club Skips Entered In Edna Low ½ Day 4/6 Sunday 27 M Smallridge, G Taylor, S Holdon, B Lynn, C Leech, B Marsh, C Carter, W Suttie Hinds G Pagey, B Harper, G Clarke, D Callghan, R Thomas, T Taylor For Any Inquiries Ph B Harper 308 7623 Or Wendy Blackwell 3028834

■■ Golf

Ashburton Golf Club Midweek Women October 29 LGU, Rnd 3 Tucker salver, Barnett Vase Draw Steward: Leigh Wackrow 308 3790 Tuesday Starters: Jacqui Welch, Gay Lane No 1 Tee 9.30 B Turton, D Hinton, H Robertson 9.36 L Small, R Bennett, M Stoddart 9.42 H Ward, M Bean, K Green 9.48 B Watkins, J Dunlop, M Watson 9.54 D Simmons, K Shaw, G Lane 10.00 W Carter, F Matsinger, H Trott No 7 Tee 9.48 R Fail, L Wackrow, S Simpson 9.54 E Porter, J McArthur, A Hunt No 10 Tee 9.30 J Guilford, W Parr, C Trott 9.36 H Argyle, M Urquhart, T Cates 9.42 A Hewson, V Moore, H Hawksby 9.48 J Welch, G Sloper, K Robb Nine Hole Men and Women’s Section 31 October - report 9:15am for par round

Nine Hole convenors – Carolyn King 308 7022 and Carol O’Reilly 308 8758 26 October – Labour weekend – mixed day team stableford Club Captain – Alison Grant 302 4635

Tinwald Golf Club Tuesday Ladies October 29 Ladies Sub Committee Annual Meeting 9am Sharp ClubHouse Draw for Everyone M.T.Duty: D. Ellery. P.M. Duty D. Wellman & J. Undy Starters: C. Shanks & V. Hampton: Cards: M. Smith & D. Mitchell 18 Holers Playing Marge Wilson Trophy (ambrose) 9 Holers Ambrose Dinner and Prize Giving @ 6pm Stables Restaurant

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Thursday, October 24, 2013

■ LEXUS IS

Hot contender for COTY

Roger Hart ROAD TEST

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hile the third generation, completely restyled Lexus IS is a really recent arrival,it is still very likely that you will find some info about it amongst the amazing array of magazines and books at the Book Barn in Chertsey.

Lexus now offers three IS models, the 2.5 litre V6 IS250, a 4 cylinder/hybrid IS300h and the 3.5 litre V6 IS350.

All can be further upgraded to Limited (with space age safety gear) for an extra $14,000 and/or F-Sport-spec that adds tuned suspension, a sportier fit out and more for an extra $11,000.

I like their styling, right through from the now signature grille and nose, the flared wheel arches and definitely the up swept derrière!

I had liaisons recently with both the IS250 and 300h Ltd priced at $73,995 and $94,995 respectively.

They are prices which squarely line up the prestige Euros like the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4.

But those Germans sell lots of diesels, and the ISs are all petrol!

Well, Lexus are confident that those wanting a great mix of luxury and fuel frugality will be more than happy with the hightech, low-consumption hybrid drive-train of the IS300h.

This comprises a direct injection 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that is very ably assisted by the electric motor and battery pack (mounted in the spare wheel well) which together produce a very usable and flexible combined maximum power of 164kW. This system has an always willing response, taking off from standstill quickly (0100km/h in 8.5 seconds) and always delivering a very usable amount of power whether at cruise or for prompt overtaking.

While the rear wheels are driven via a CVT auto to maximise economy, Lexus has seemingly taken its magic wand to this, for it feels very like a normal, very efficient six-speed auto.

As well there’s useful paddles for keener drivers.

After trying the drive mode options, I decided “Normal” was well suited for most situations.

Claimed overall fuel consumption is 4.9l/100k.

At cruise the trip computer, which will show well under that read 6.3l/100k for my usual test circuits.

And of course there’s no Road User Charges to pay.

Meanwhile the IS250, especially on longer cruises is

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Of course being Lexus means all the ISs are impeccably built and loaded with gear

acceptably economical.

It’s sweet and very smooth, dual variable valve timed V6, delivers 156kW and 252Nm. While it’s rated at 9.2 l/100ks overall it’s easy to come up with 7.6l/100k. Premium fuel is recommended.

With torque peaking at a quite high 4800rpm the quoted 0-100kmh time of 8.1 seconds doesn’t put it amongst the fastest in its class, but it is certainly quick enough and picks up speed very quietly.

The “straight” 6 speed auto box (also with paddle shift and selectable drive modes) is quick and smooth, but the 8 speeder, as in the IS350 would undoubtedly be even better.

Of course being Lexus means all the IS’s are impeccably built and loaded with gear.

This includes easy to operate and read information and communications through a very large and well set out, clear

centre placed 7 inch info screen and a mouse-like multi controller.

There’s also voice control.

While the extra cost Limited and F-Sport options up the ante even more the “standard” IS is very well set up in it’s sporty yet elegant cabin.

I even like the the plastic wood highlights.

There’s also clear, neat displays, touch sensitive metal bars to change the temperature, sat-nav and a reversing camera, smart entry/engine start and impressive audio.

I found the driver’s seat perfect, with the array of electric adjustments making it so easy to set up and retain the ideal driving position for the long haul, and to then enjoy both the seat heating and cooling as desired.

The car’s 70mm longer wheelbase means there’s certainly space and comfort for

two adults in the rear.

There’s good storage spaces throughout and a decent boot as well.

The hybrid’s, because of the battery pack is 450 litres, while the others take 30 litres more.

Even though they have a space saver spare, which the hybrid doesn’t; relying on a compressor and repair kit.

The rear seats split 60/40 for larger loads.

On the road it soon becomes obvious the IS’s sporty look is not just for show, for they are dynamically sporty as well.

So while being ever so super quiet and smooth, they achieve this while providing a rewarding but comfortable drive.

With double wishbones at the front, a multi-link rear, rear wheel drive and wide rubber these IS’s sit nice and flat through the windy stuff with well controlled body movement.

Not quite as adept as the BMW 3-Series but still most enjoyable. Of course with the extra weight of the batteries, the IS300h is just marginally less agile than the lighter IS250.

The electric, variable ratio steering plays its part.

While great about town, it weights up nicely at speed and provides a nice amount of feel.

FINALE With great looks, faultless cabin quality, class leading refinement, smooth sporty ride, ease of driving and hybrid fuel frugality if you wish, it’s easy to see why the Lexus IS is on the short list for the NZ Car of the Year!

TECH STUFF ■ Lexus IS250 and IS300h Limited ■ Prices as driven: $73,995/ $92,995 Engines: 2.5-litre V6/ 2.5 litre four with hybrid drive.

■ Transmissions: 6-speed auto/ 6-step CVT - both, rear wheel drive.

■ Quoted Fuel Use: 9.2L/ 4.9L/100K ■ Safety: 5 star

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Thursday, October 24, 2013

Ashburton Guardian 21

■ CYCLING

Stockmarkets strand Christie

BY JONATHAN LEASK

JONATHAN.L@THEGUARDIAN.CO.NZ

Ashburton cyclist Jason Christie’s return to racing in Asia has been delayed due to the stockmarkets.

Christie flew back to Singapore at the weekend to re-join his OCBC Singapore Pro Cycling Team and was scheduled to ride in the GP Jakarta on Sunday.

However, he landed to the news that it, and other races, had been cancelled.

Christie said the reason is apparently due to the change in the US dollar.

“All prize money was to be paid in US dollars with a total prize pool across the events of around $200,000 USD,” Christie said.

“With the US dollar getting stronger the race organisers couldn’t afford it.

“I was told once getting off the plane that the GP Jakarta had been cancelled along with two of the three tours that were planned also.”

Christie described it as “yet another blow to the world of professional cycling” but is more frustrated with how the situation leaves him stranded.

“I am gutted as I trained towards these races and now I have two weeks to just sit in Singapore, where the riding is terrible before I line up at Tour of Ijen.

“It is impossible to train well here so I will do what I can in the meantime with the hope of going okay in Ijen.”

Ashburton cyclist Jason Christie is stranded in Singapore unable to race.

PHOTO DONNA WYLIE 161013-DW-018

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Thursday, October 24, 2013

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■ GOLF

In brief

Lydia Ko turns pro Sixteen-year-old golfer Lydia Ko has today made a ‘monumental decision’ to become a professional.

New Zealand’s top ranked female player made her announcement on Twitter yesterday, accompanied by a video of her playing a round of golf with All Black Israel Dagg who she claimed helped her make the call.

Ko tweeted: Made a monumental decision today with a little help from my @AllBlacks friend @Izzy - Dagg #LOVEGolf.

After forging one of the most successful amateur careers in the history of the game, Ko has long dealt with speculation about when she will assume professional status.

She has foregone winnings of more than $1 million in her amateur career which has included back-to-back wins at the Canadian Open, the first of which made her the youngest winner of an LPGA event.

“This is a very momentous day for Lydia and we are so thrilled that she has chosen such a unique and entertaining

Pay cut for Wallabies Wallabies players have agreed to a pay cut for at least the next two years, with test match payments to be slashed from $13,100 to $10,000. The Australian Rugby Union (ARU), the Rugby Union Players’ Association (RUPA) and five Australian Super Rugby franchises yesterday signed off on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement to replace the last deal struck almost a decade ago.

The new CBA is set to save the ARU around $1 million in player payment costs annually.

- AAP

way to share her news with her fans,” said New Zealand Golf Chief Executive Dean Murphy.

“Being the special person that Lydia is, she was reluctant to hold a traditional press conference. She didn’t want to make a big fuss about news that had already been reported in the media in recent weeks.

“She has also been very busy studying for exams and wanted to make this announcement in a different way.”

Murphy said Lydia’s amateur career was exceptional and she has been an outstanding ambassador for New Zealand Golf.

“She has been phenomenal,” he said.

“Her amateur record ranks right up there among the greats of the game.

She has been the World No.1 amateur for more than two years without ever losing that title. That is a record that is unlikely to be matched by a 16-year-old ever again.”

Ko will play for the first time as a professional at the LPGA Tour’s seasonending event in Florida.

- APNZ

Whetton snubs Blues Promising Auckland lock Jack Whetton has ignored a wider training group place with the Blues to sign a deal with the Brumbies for Jack Whetton next year’s Super 15 series. That decision has caused some friction within the Blues as Whetton’s father, Gary, is on the new board charged with fostering rugby in the region. Industry sources confirmed Whetton had agreed to a one-year deal and was also eligible for selection in Australian rep sides. The Brumbies began their pre-season training several weeks ago and Whetton is expected to cross the Tasman shortly.

- APNZ Lydia Ko

■ OPINION

Hammers cut it fine to make the final

I

t was a day when you could have taken the kids to rugby and not worried about them getting bored - they could have played Where’s Wally? all day.

The Showgrounds last Saturday were awash with the red and white hoops (with hats to match) of the West Coast supporters, they were everywhere, and 98 per cent of them were there to have a good time, banter with the locals included, as they came to see their heroes warm up for next week’s Meads Cup final with a big win over the green and golds.

They knew that they had a forward pack to match and overcome any in the competition, they had ground out most of their victories on that basis, and it looked for all the world as if they had done it again, applying irresistible pressure to the Hammers’ line in the dying stages of the match, and eventually crashing over for what most would have conceded was the winning try, with time practically up on the fancy new electronic clock.

But this was semi-finals time, and they weren’t up against a team noted for throwing the towel in.

A minute and a bit.

Steve Devereux MY SHOUT

Plenty of time, said the coach.

Plenty of time, said the captain, who promptly instructed Murray Williams to make the re-start kick-off a short one, led the charge himself as good captains will do when it comes to the crunch, and soared like Israel Folau to secure the tip-back ball.

20 seconds later Big Willie McGoon was haring down the sideline faster than Usain Bolt with a wasp in his shorts, beating the despairing covering tackle of the Coasters’ skipper, and this time it really was was game, set and match.

The crowd fair erupted, MC Hammer was suddenly blasting full noise from the speakers (as he should be all day), and the players were celebrating using their Get Out Of Jail Free card in the best possible fashion.

Oh, and that 98% figure?

That means there was the two

percent also there, the ‘supporter’ (most club teams seem to have at least one) who over-indulges in the sponsor’s product just to start his day, then treats all around him to a constant tirade that would give Samuel B. Jackson erythrophobia.

Saturday’s prime example of this species spent the entire game giving his fellow spectators, including lots of kids and family groups, a triple spray - verbal, spittle and frothed-up brown liquid from a can, especially when his team rolled over for the ‘winning’ try.

It was obviously a moment of pure sweetness when Willie did his thing, and all the people this obnoxious miscreant had been tormenting for 80 minutes turned as one and just stared at him, send him scuttling rapidly off, tail firmly between legs.

Yes I know rugby is a robust, adult environment, and kids are going to hear the odd naughty word uttered (off and on the field) in the heat of battle, but this guy came straight from the embankment on Lancaster Park, where it was a good idea to wear a long waterproof coat and gumboots, and wear earmuffs if you

were averse to a constant stream of coarse invective - but those times, as much fun as they were, have changed. * * * * * * A glance at the match-day programme revealed an interesting name in the Hammers’ line-up; bracketed to play was one Craig Dunlea, who I don’t recall has pulled on the boots in anger all that much this season. If the crowd didn’t have enough to yell about already, a Dunners foray on to the field for the final few minutes might just have brought the house down. * * * * * * One game to go. The big one.

The North Otago supporters club has been a rather subdued beast in recent years, but I suspect it will suddenly re-find a huge membership for this one, and there will be several hundred invaders on our patch on Saturday.

If it’s the only live game you get to see all year, make an effort to get out to the Showgrounds for this one.

The players have done their bit (even putting in that handy minute of overtime last week); it’s our turn to show some serious support.

‘No Soceroos’ hit-list’ Ange Postecoglou says he hasn’t got a hit-list, but concedes there will be casualties as he regenerates the Socceroos in his unprecedented five-year contract to coach Australia. Postecoglou says he will sell hope to the Australian public by exposing younger players to international competition, after being appointed to coach the Socceroos to the 2018 World Cup. But he’s pledged to treat the ageing core of Socceroos on their merits. “I’m not going in with a target or a hit-list of people,” Postecoglou said. “Sometimes people surprise you. I certainly don’t discount anyone. But will there be changes?

Of course there will.” Postecoglou said regeneration was needed and he was duty-bound to offer chances to young players. - AAP

White Ferns out England eliminated the White Ferns from the Twenty20 tri-series in Barbados yesterday, beating New Zealand by 19 runs to end their hopes of making the final.

The White Ferns looked on track to chase down England’s first-innings total of 125-8, but a string of late wickets crippled their pursuit and they were eventually all out for 106 off the final ball of the innings.

Suzie Bates (46) and Sophie Devine (25) looked to be in control after 13 overs with the White Ferns well-placed at 72-1. However, when it came time to increase the runrate England tightened the screws and the pressure told, with the White Ferns losing six wickets in the space of eight runs.

- APNZ

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Thursday, October 24, 2013

Ashburton Guardian 23

M4 Hawke’s Bay gallops Today at Hastings raceway

Fields for Hawke’s Bay RC meeting at Hastings today.

NZ Meeting number: 4 Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8 Trebles: 2, 3 and 4; 6, 7 and 8 RACE 1 1.30pm (NZT) MC DONALD’S HAVELOCK NORTH MAIDEN STAYERS $7000, MDN, 2100m 1 02475 Da Beast h (3) 58.5 .......... J Shackleton (a3) 2 75x43 Beautiful Man h (5) 58.5...... M Dravitzki (a2) 3 544x4 Here’s De Consul (6) 58.5....M Ulucinar (a4) 4 35x07 Black Dragon (10) 58.5 ........... D Turner (a3) 5 0 Getaway (11) 58.5 6 96078 No Commission h (9) 58.5 ...... R Smyth (a3) 7 0x8 Paul (8) 58.5.......................... N Teeluck (a4) 8 79225 Vendemiaire (7) 56.5 .................. M Dee (a3) 9 47006 Andalou (4) 56.5 ............. K Kalychurun (a3) 10 507x8 Madam Zenno (1) 56.5 ............K Leung (a3) 11 28335 Zanotti b (2) 54....................... A Forbes (a1) RACE 2 2.05pm J M BOSTOCK LTD STAYERS RATING 75 $8000, Rating 75 Benchmark, 2100m 1 09275 Palm Island tdm (5) 62 ............. A Taylor (a2) 2 17x00 Deliciano td (7) 57.5 ............ M Dravitzki (a2) 3 73x45 San Pedro tdh (13) 57 .....................J Riddell 4 76x00 Savarhys (9) 57 ............................... C Grylls 5 x9652 Guru Girl (12) 56 ......................K Leung (a3) 6 10x40 Fredrick William m (6) 56 ............ B Lammas 7 926x1 Genus (2) 54.5 ...........................M Cameron 8 4x627 Pirinitete b (8) 54.5.......................... R Myers 9 0051 Dual Agent (4) 54.5 .......................D Bradley 10 44x40 Tilda d (10) 54 ........................... M D Plessis 11 8x330 Seagold d (3) 54 ........................ M Dee (a3) 12 0x083 Desi Girl t (11) 54 ............................ S Spratt 13 500x2 Roddick d (1) 54 ..........................T Thornton

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RACE 3 2.40pm TUMU ITM MAIDEN SPRINT $7000, MDN, 1200m 1 36249 Golden Bay b (2) 58.5 ............. D Turner (a3) 2 0x2x4 Eucher (9) 58.5 ........................K Leung (a3) 3 x5374 Carmody h (8) 58.5 ............. M Dravitzki (a2) 4 7x6 Reginald (14) 58.5 .................. T Jonker (a4) 5 099x4 Edge Of Glory (11) 56.5 .....L Magorrian (a4) 6 649x6 Fashion Lass (7) 56.5 ............. R Smyth (a3) 7 570x5 Golden Jubilee (13) 56.5 ........L Whelan (a1) 8 88875 Decadent (12) 56.5 .................. A Taylor (a2) 9 80x Pure Blonde (10) 56.5 ........... N Teeluck (a4) 10 0x Jacqui Tee (6) 56.5 .......... K Kalychurun (a3) 11 Showstopper h (1) 56.5.............. A Frye (a2) 12 Seize The Moment (15) 56..... A Forbes (a1) 13 The Musician (4) 56 ................... M Dee (a3) 14 7x0 Indolljence h (5) 54 ..................... C Dell (a1) 15 98x Racey Tracey (3) 54 ..................J Oliver (a3) RACE 4 3.15pm WOOD’N’LODGE SPRINT RATING 75 $8000, Rating 75 Benchmark, 1200m 1 8724x Queen Of The Castle dm (4) 61.5M Hudson (a3) 2 53x52 Travino (7) 58.5 .................................L Innes 3 1518x Manu db (8) 58................................J Riddell 4 2513x Madonna Mia (13) 57 .............. D Turner (a3) 5 48x55 Bright Glo d (11) 57......................... R Myers 6 2609x Jakob Gambino tdh (3) 57............... S Spratt 7 x011x He Sure Is t (15) 56.5............. A Forbes (a1) 8 3761x Park Princess d (1) 56 .......................M Hills 9 45980 Elusive Red dm (6) 55.5.............. B Lammas 10 1071x Mangaroa Mini td (2) 55 .............M Cameron 11 16430 Copacabana dm (5) 54.5 .......... M D Plessis 12 1424x Adolay d (14) 54 ......................... M Dee (a3)

13 9315x Reais (12) 54 .............................. R Hannam 14 39470 Stardom d (9) 54 .........................T Thornton 15 6160x Colourful Lady tdh (10) 54 ............D Bradley RACE 5 3.50pm AGRAFORUM NZ COMCAT 3YO MAIDEN $8000, MDN 3YO, 1400m 1 33. Aladdin (13) 57.5............................. R Myers 2 2 Lamborghini h (5) 57.5 ....................J Riddell 3 7x20x Almansa (12) 57.5.............................L Innes 4 78x48 Bonappetit 57.5 ............................ Scratched 5 4x46 Rod’s Lincoln (1) 57.5 ...................D Bradley 6 485x6 Cool Hand Duke h (6) 57.5 ............. S Spratt 7 In A Minute 57.5 ........................... Scratched 8 5 Longbeach (8) 57.5 .................... M Dee (a3) 9 76 Fully Fashioned (4) 57.5 ........... M D Plessis 10 7 Chachi Arcola (9) 57.5 .................... C Grylls 11 0 Destroyer 57.5.............................. Scratched 12 83. Satay (2) 55.5..............................T Thornton 13 56. Question Mark (7) 55.5 ............... B Lammas 14 Forty Love (11) 55.5 ...........................M Hills 15 Notionannagins h (10) 55.5. M Dravitzki (a2) 16 8x Poster Girl (3) 55.5 .........................D Walker RACE 6 4.25pm FAWC AT HB RACING NOVEMBER 10TH RATING 65 $7000, Rating 65 Benchmark*, 1400m 1 08x32 Rockweiler th (15) 59 .........................M Hills 2 1 Barnie O’Marnie 58 ...................... Scratched 3 1x O’Darci (2) 58.............................M Cameron 4 0x00x The Miner’s Son td (12) 58.......... B Lammas 5 02850 Tradtri tdh (4) 58.......................... R Hannam 6 x286x The Final Round td (10) 57.5 ..........J Riddell 7 x1700 Queen Of Rock m (9) 57 .. J Shackleton (a3)

8 17x20 Desert Star t (3) 56.5 ...................... R Myers 9 4530x Myminkcoat (7) 56.5 .........................L Innes 10 x2215 Frankly h (8) 56 ............................... S Spratt 11 x5621 Gold dh (5) 56 ........................... M D Plessis 12 470x0 Miss Construe dm (13) 56...........T Thornton 13 0374x Little Dragon Girl td (14) 55............D Walker 14 42578 Ellie’O d (18) 54.5 ....................K Leung (a3) 15 519x6 Lady Shannon (1) 54 ................. M Dee (a3) 16 1940x Miss Serena h (17) 54..................... C Grylls 17 3500x Slippery Mistake t (11) 54 .......... V Johnston 18 x1077 Hayabusa m (6) 54 19 370x9 Southern Secret 54 ...................... Scratched 20 0450x Hot Lips (16) 54 Emergencies: Slippery Mistake, Hayabusa, Southern Secret, Hot Lips RACE 7 5.00pm TWILIGHT CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES DECEMBER 12 R85 $8000, Rating 85 Benchmark, 1600m 1 1200x Volkswood td (8) 61..................K Leung (a3) 2 80x06 Capital Diamond t (14) 59.5 ....... A Frye (a2) 3 11x51 Ringo td (17) 58.5 .............................L Innes 4 03x46 Double O Seven tdh (13) 56.5 ......D Bradley 5 30x67 The Knight tdmh (5) 56.5 ................J Riddell 6 6030x Our Milly Smith d (10) 56 ......... A Taylor (a2) 7 752x8 No Fear d (7) 55.5 .......................T Thornton 8 8x024 Enuffisenuff tdh (16) 55 ....... M Dravitzki (a2) 9 34980 Stormin Norman dm (9) 55 .. M Cheung (a3) 10 631x0 Bronte Lass d (6) 54.5 ...............M Cameron 11 72635 Marotiri Miss m (12) 54 ............. M D Plessis 12 031x0 If I Can I Can m (1) 54 ................ R Hannam 13 10x08 Our Ko Ko m (4) 54 ..........................S Doyle

14 6407x Hermosa Novia td (3) 54 ................. R Myers 15 1057x My Pentire d (2) 54................M Hudson (a3) 16 x400x Centarose dh (11) 54 17 02850 Tradtri th (15) 54 Emergencies: My Pentire, Centarose, Tradtri RACE 8 5.35pm LETS GO TO TURKS FINALE MAIDEN $7000, MDN, 1600m 1 7x42 Broadwalk h (8) 58.5 ..................M Cameron 2 x3924 Landlord (1) 58.5........................ M Dee (a3) 3 322x2 Taipa Tiger 58.5 ........................... Scratched 4 4x299 Hunter Street (10) 58.5 .................D Bradley 5 7x84 Seaweed h (3) 58.5 ........................D Walker 6 540x7 Havataste h (17) 58.5......................J Riddell 7 x3035 Malrose h (13) 56.5 ......................... R Myers 8 38603 Shezastunna (11) 56.5.....................S Doyle 9 039x9 Danashca (14) 56.5 ...............L Whelan (a1) 10 77376 Missteeflying (15) 56.5 ............... A Frye (a2) 11 30x9 Party Ice (7) 56.5 ........................ B Lammas 12 9490x Miss Professional (5) 56.5........K Leung (a3) 13 x5470 River Moy (9) 56.5.................. A Forbes (a1) 14 9x2 Red Melody (12) 54 .................... R Hannam 15 55 Need A Diamond h (4) 56.5 16 0 Mopane (16) 58.5...................... M D Plessis 17 0 Galleta 56.5.................................. Scratched 18 98 Minyarna (2) 56.5 19 00 Jibril 58.5...................................... Scratched 20 40866 Platinum Marseille (6) 58.5 Emergencies: Need A Diamond, Mopane, Galleta, Minyarna, Jibril, Platinum Marseille

7 97854 Elias Bromac (7) fr A Poutama (J, ............Cl) 8 887x7 Flyin Louie (21) fr ...........................S Phelan RACE 7 8.50pm COMMITTEE MOBILE PACE $7000, 4yo+ f&m 1 to 2 wins mob. pace, mobile, 1609m 1 75549 Silent Night (1) fr ...........................T Mitchell 2 03x8x BB’s Magic (2) fr.............................J I Dickie 3 24x48 Millwood Roxy (3) fr .................. J Abernethy 4 000x8 Shortys Desire (4) fr ......................Z Butcher 5 0x135 Pepper Potts (5) fr ..........................S Phelan 6 196x1 Laughingatyourears (6) fr ...........P Ferguson 7 1227x Bad Dancer (21) fr ........................B Weaver 8 0507x Ruby Ruby (22) fr .................... B Butcher (J) 9 26347 Vanilla Rose fr .............................. Scratched 10 26x56 Donostia (23) fr ............................ D Butcher 11 91363 Aces N Eights (24) fr .....................N Chilcott RACE 8 9.15pm THE SPEIGHTS ALE HOUSE MOBILE PACE $7500, 5yo+ 3 to 6 wins mob. pace, mobile, 2000m 1 46x66 Mighty Mach (1) fr ..................... J Abernethy 2 9008x Stormy Breeze (2) fr......................N Chilcott 3 325x7 Latte Lass (3) fr ..................... A Poutama (J) 4 34675 Dougie Maguire (4) fr ................... D Butcher 5 1143x Stunin Banner (5) fr....................P Ferguson 6 97x87 Lifesofine (6) fr ..............................B Weaver 7 14144 Jonny Wilkinson (7) fr.............. B Butcher (J) 8 78847 Christian Acropolis (21) fr .............Z Butcher RACE 9 9.40pm FIND US ON FACEBOOK.COM/

MANAWATU HRC TROT $6000, 4yo+ non winners trot, stand, 2500m 1 44x Hurricane H (1) fr ...........................J I Dickie 2 07P8x Earl Mountbatten (2) fr ............ B Butcher (J) 3 63646 Door Slammer (3) fr ................... J Robinson 4 83 Con Grazia (4) fr ........................P Ferguson 5 35206 Trouble Ado (5) fr .................. A Poutama (J) 6 Miss Adventure (6) fr .................... D Butcher 7 8800x Consentual (7) fr ....................... J Abernethy 8 Special Girl (8) fr ...........................T Mitchell 9 PPx Seymour (U1) fr ............................N Chilcott 10 0766x Rich Earl (U2) fr ............................ F Cossey RACE 10 10.05pm SEE YOU ON SUNDAY MOBILE PACE $6000, 4yo+ non winners mob. pace, mobile, 2500m 1 4540 Darjeeling Bromac (1) fr ........ A Poutama (J) 2 8x655 Comrade (2) fr...............................Z Butcher 3 4423x Imracn (3) fr .....................................B Taylor 4 0255x Wyatt Earp (4) fr........................... S Dickson 5 0 Kate Caterina (5) fr ........................S Phelan 6 23327 Jacqueline Franco (6) fr .............P Ferguson 7 94x00 Fine Courage (7) fr.................... J Abernethy 8 0x Lady Molly (21) fr ..........................B Weaver Pacifiers on : Bunnys Gem (R1) Pacifiers off : Elsuccess (R2), Ruby Ruby (R7), Lady Molly (R10)

Manawatu harness Today at Manawatu Raceway

Fields for Manawatu HRC meeting at Manawatu Raceway today. NZ Meeting number: 5. Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8; 9 and 10. Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 4, 5 and 6; 8, 9 and 10.

RACE 1 6.10pm (NZT) WELCOME BACK TO MANAWATU RACEWAY TROT $6500, 4yo+ 1 to 5 wins discrhcp trot, stand, 2500m 1 216 Quite Easy Damit (1) fr .................T Mitchell 2 5865x John Joseph (2) fr .............................K More 3 7410x Foray (3) fr ............................ A Poutama (J) 4 27015 Latent (4) fr .................................. D Butcher 5 75787 Bunnys Gem (U1) fr ...................P Ferguson 6 1009x Desert Storm (U2) fr ........................B Taylor 7 38157 Pricilla P (1) 10..............................Z Butcher 8 6568x Thanks Charlie (2) 10 .................. S Dickson 9 5836x Miss Middleton (3) 10....................N Chilcott 10 7720x Rarangi Jewel (1) 20 .....................B Weaver RACE 2 6.35pm LIFE MEMBERS MOBILE PACE $6500, 3yo+ 1 win mob. pace, mobile, 2000m 1 597x9 Elsuccess (1) fr .............................N Chilcott 2 8057x Eagle Eyes (2) fr ...............................K More 3 0800x Waipipi Falcon (3) fr .................. J Abernethy 4 1098x Golden Bloom (4) fr................. B Butcher (J) 5 9234x Iwannabebig (5) fr ........................ D Butcher 6 1970x Roan Rocket (6) fr ..........................J I Dickie 7 7x12 Te Kawau (7) fr ..............................T Mitchell 8 x568x Elsu Attack (21) fr ...................A Shutkowski

M9 Fields for Waikato And Districts Greyhound Racing Club meeting at Cambridge Raceway today.

NZ Meeting number: 9. Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8; 9 and 10; 11 and 12. Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 4, 5 and 6; 7, 8 and 9; 10, 11 and 12 RACE 1, 12.05pm (NZT) YGOT BONUS SCHEME SPRINT C0, 375m 1 75 Medicinal nwtd ..................................S Ross 2 Thrilling Carter nwtd........................ K Walsh 3 77F37 Fiery Conquest nwtd .................. W Toomath 4 863 Worth A Crack nwtd ..................... M J Lozell 5 45366 Legree nwtd ................................... G Parker 6 6 Maggy Mae nwtd........................ G Pomeroy 7 854 Lucky Lucky Luck nwtd .....................B Craik 8 53 Rotovegas Rat nwtd ........................S Payne RACE 2, 12.24pm THE CLUBHOUSE SPORTS BAR STAKES C0, 457m 1 57324 Versatile Richie nwtd ........................T Agent 2 Queen Of Mean nwtd ................. M Mathews 3 Thou Romeo nwtd............................ S Clark 4 Honey Queen nwtd ...........................S Ross 5 Thrilling Georga nwtd ...................... K Walsh 6 244F3 Skyhigh Levi nwtd .......................... G Parker 7 55333 Coal Shuttle nwtd ...................... A Lawrence 8 52 Rotovegas Smash nwtd ..................S Payne 9 x3264 Christian Gray nwtd......................... T Green 10 45366 Legree nwtd ................................... G Parker RACE 3, 12.43pm PRESLAND TOCKER INSURANCE SPRINT C1, 375m

9 9057x Riverboat Gracie (22) fr.................B Weaver 10 227x7 Bettabe Fast (23) fr ....................P Ferguson 11 02237 Real Faith (24) fr ...........................Z Butcher RACE 3 7.05pm MEMBERS MOBILE PACE $6500, 3yo+ 1 to 2 wins mob. pace, mobile, 2500m 1 5799x Wards Creek (1) fr..........................J I Dickie 2 8x858 Prime Legal fr............................... Scratched 3 7466x Cinders And Ashes (2) fr..................B Taylor 4 46543 Crusader Courage fr .................... Scratched 5 8565x Pilot Officer (3) fr ...........................N Chilcott 6 65265 Hitch (4) fr ..................................P Ferguson 7 31514 Cougar Bromac (5) fr .....................S Phelan 8 77035 Salvador (21) fr .............................T Mitchell 9 26347 Vanilla Rose (22) fr A Poutama (J, ...........Cl) 10 9x331 Aceman (23) fr S Abernethy (J,................Cl) 11 0507x Ruby Ruby fr ................................ Scratched RACE 4 7.35pm THANK YOU ST JOHN’S MOBILE PACE $6000, 3yo+ f&m non winners mob. pace, mobile, 2000m 1 Sheza Bright Star (1) fr ..................S Phelan 2 86597 Dolly Dagger (2) fr..........................J I Dickie 3 3396x Hey Knowitall (3) fr .......................... D Jones 4 Letting Go (4) fr .............................B Weaver 5 64287 Belle Arising (5) fr ............... S Abernethy (J) 6 975x JR’s Jem (6) fr ...............................Z Butcher 7 Bellendore (7) fr ......................... J Robinson 8 Lola Jones (21) fr .......................P Ferguson

9 80 Jodi Lindenny (22) fr ............. A Poutama (J) 10 22729 Tactful Lady (23) fr ........................T Mitchell 11 3087x Silver Sauvignon (24) fr.................N Chilcott 12 7845x Mara’s Illusion (25) fr................. J Abernethy RACE 5 8.00pm DAVID MANDERSON MEMORIAL MOBILE PACE $6000, 3yo+ non winners mob. pace, mobile, 2000m 1 Smiling Tom (1) fr ...................... J Abernethy 2 Blythcliffe (2) fr ...........................P Ferguson 3 70 Ireby Owen (3) fr ................... A Poutama (J) 4 Fifteen Six (4) fr ............................T Mitchell 5 6287x Karitane Whisper (5) fr ................. D Butcher 6 0x Courage Du Fair fr ....................... Scratched 7 68x Bettor Backim (6) fr ..........................B Taylor 8 0x Santa Rosa Glory (21) fr ................J I Dickie 9 9659x Trophy Hunter (22) fr ......................S Phelan 10 Boomchickawowwow (23) fr ..........N Chilcott 11 Leila May Finn (24) fr ....................B Weaver RACE 6 8.25pm DEANS & ASSOCIATES MOBILE PACE $7000, 4yo+ 2 to 3 wins mob. pace, mobile, 2000m 1 33277 Thrill Factor (1) fr B Butcher (J, ................Cl) 2 8x858 Prime Legal (2) fr .......................P Ferguson 3 36846 Get Holme Tyron (3) fr...................Z Butcher 4 8900x Dashing Dane (4) fr....................... F Cossey 5 8236x Benji Maguire (5) fr ...................... D Butcher 6 x1368 Beckinsale (6) fr S Abernethy (J, .............Cl)

Waikato dogs Today at Cambridge Raceway 1 5567x Hell Fire 21.89 U &............................Cottam 2 77532 Fly My Pretty nwtd ............................B Craik 3 66776 Otewa Bella nwtd .....................S M Gardner 4 74212 Rockin’ Rod nwtd ........................... P Lowen 5 53651 Diamond Wok nwtd .......................... S Clark 6 75482 Tapu Boy 21.54 ............................... M Mann 7 1 Kaiser Max 21.62 ............................. S Clark 8 25651 Sheza Fooling nwtd.......................... S Clark 9 13 Lochinvar Blaze nwtd .................D Schofield 10 43423 Cee Kay Dee nwtd ............................B Craik RACE 4, 1.02pm STEPHEN MARSH RACING SPRINT C3, 375m 1 26342 Stat Me Up nwtd .........................B Littlejohn 2 58415 Monty Dosh 21.36 .......................B Littlejohn 3 78x55 On Trey nwtd ..............................D Schofield 4 52463 Peno Boy 21.38 J L Black & .........A J Steele 5 77385 Crixus nwtd .................................... G Farrell 6 13542 Big Bolt 21.09.................................. T Green 7 56624 Predator Drone 21.35 W & ..............T Steele 8 26366 Uncle Romilly 21.39 ..........................B Craik 9 81785 Berridale Bullet nwtd ...................R O’Regan 10 72578 Corby 21.21 ................................R O’Regan RACE 5, 1.21pm GENERAL ENGRAVERS SPRINT C2, 375m 1 47173 Where’s The Cat 21.38 ..............D Schofield 2 46483 Newton Willow nwtd ..............K Sutch-Jones 3 28424 Le Roux 21.71...................................B Craik 4 58416 Realon Rumba 21.42 ..................R O’Regan 5 11113 Cawbourne Ignite 21.56 ....................C Hore

6 53112 Tayla Rose 21.43 ..............................B Craik 7 1F222 Lockey’s Call 21.30 .....................R O’Regan 8 51134 Time To Find 21.50 U & ....................Cottam 9 52286 Hot Pootie 21.31 U & ........................Cottam 10 35557 Charley Farley 21.77 .............K Sutch-Jones RACE 6, 1.39pm ALL SEW EMBROIDERY SPRINT C5, 375m 1 x342x Danato nwtd ...............................D Schofield 2 41556 Question Me 21.61............................S Ross 3 47x82 Hustler nwtd ...............................D Schofield 4 21412 Lord Will 21.07 ..................................C Hore 5 31352 Thrilling Edge 21.02 ........................ K Walsh 6 84361 Ruby Tron 21.18 H ......................L Laagland 7 85822 Real Vain nwtd ...........................D Schofield 8 61252 We’re So Lucky 21.10 .......................B Craik 9 13624 Black Hombre 21.07 ........................ S Clark 10 41166 Quick Cat 21.31 .........................D Schofield RACE 7, 1.57pm MTA GIFT VOUCHER STAKES C1, 457m 1 52223 Jinja Jam nwtd ............................B Littlejohn 2 67364 Ike Jones nwtd ......................K Sutch-Jones 3 22531 Thrilling Judge 25.82....................... K Walsh 4 37678 Bubble Ostee nwtd .......................... M Mann 5 65876 Mr. Lochlyn nwtd .......................... M J Lozell 6 4441 Whirly Ralston 25.91 ........................ S Clark 7 12677 Pats All Round nwtd J L Black & ..A J Steele 8 88216 Josh Hart 26.69 ................................B Craik 9 56744 Endorse 25.78............................D Schofield 10 76785 Chase Ostee nwtd .......................... M Mann

RACE 8, 2.14pm CAMBRIDGE MITRE 10 MEGA SPRINT C5, 375m 1 74117 Uno Lachlan 21.12 .....................D Schofield 2 73663 Calamity Free 21.14 ...................D Schofield 3 66543 Harvey Nichols 21.22 ........................B Craik 4 51764 Hajime 21.21 .................................P Cleaver 5 72846 Proven Shelly 21.52 .......................P Henley 6 36183 Fancy Jill 21.05 ..........................D Schofield 7 58561 Cotswald Prince 21.09 ................L Laagland 8 24717 Explosive Osti 21.04 .........................C Hore 9 13334 Kiwi Girl 21.16 J L Black & ...........A J Steele 10 68174 Lochinvar Laredo 21.40 .............D Schofield RACE 9, 2.32pm SERGIO @ STUD SPRINT C4, 375m 1 47554 Toi Shan 21.05 ...........................D Schofield 2 74757 Agent Van Alden 21.26 .....................B Craik 3 86472 Matrix 21.18 J L Black & ..............A J Steele 4 25615 Urban Combat 22.06.....................P Cleaver 5 52857 This Is Swip nwtd ............................. S Clark 6 18682 Exciting Dream 21.51..................R O’Regan 7 67275 Louielicious nwtd..............................T Agent 8 11251 Cawbourne Rave 21.25 ....................C Hore 9 84566 Cosmic Mack 21.18 ...................D Schofield RACE 10, 2.49pm FOND FOODS LTD STAKES C4/5, 457m 1 44334 Thrilling Logic 25.63 ........................ K Walsh 2 31158 Riley’s Mate 25.42............................ S Clark 3 62246 Feel The Vibe 25.60 ...................D Schofield 4 51745 Zagato 25.68 ............................. A Lawrence 5 24513 Jannik 25.75 ...............................D Schofield

6 35241 Lochinvar Brando 25.73 .............D Schofield 7 81111 Thrilling Blitz 25.41........................... S Clark 8 87888 Stellar Force 26.12 ........................P Cleaver 9 85633 Ostis Experience 25.84 .....................C Hore 10 13125 Thrilling Brave 25.64 ....................... K Walsh RACE 11, 3.07pm 0800 4 DOWN COW STAKES C2, 457m 1 13675 Teegz 25.95 .............................. A Lawrence 2 64146 Borasco 26.01 ................................. L Martin 3 65563 Par nwtd J L Black & ....................A J Steele 4 61155 Cawbourne Logan 25.95...................C Hore 5 57865 Diva Rhode 25.83 W &....................T Steele 6 11142 Blitzing Mayhem 26.02 ..................... S Clark 7 22733 Beau Rivage 25.51 W & ..................T Steele 8 37227 Coal Sack 25.86 ........................ A Lawrence 9 43547 Tricky Gale nwtd W & ......................T Steele 10 47668 Very Chilly 26.46 ........................ M Mathews RACE 12, 3.25pm SUPERIOR CHUNKY DOG ROLLS STAKES C3, 457m 1 81723 Another Burst nwtd ....................D Schofield 2 67244 Lochinvar Sonic nwtd .................D Schofield 3 22611 Viva Vane nwtd................................. S Clark 4 22634 Trilise 25.59 ............................... A Lawrence 5 54136 Ghost Writer 25.68 ............................S Ross 6 31111 Premier Osti 26.05 ............................C Hore 7 x5533 Gundabooka nwtd ........................... K Walsh 8 16488 Wabi Sabi 25.73 .............................. L Martin 9 47668 Very Chilly 26.46 ........................ M Mathews

295m 1 43556 Mr. Whippy 17.19 W & ....................... Nissen 2 72221 Sting Me 17.12 ................................ M Grant 3 73172 Zebidiah 17.02 .......................... A Bradshaw 4 32242 Know Advantage 17.04 ..................G Cleeve 5 14357 Elki 17.31 .....................................M Roberts 6 77616 Red Carpet 17.29...........................G Cleeve 7 51365 Swip And Tear 17.30 H & ....................Taylor 8 63547 Homebush Sarge 17.35 ............J McInerney 9 42666 Cawbourne Queen 17.19 .............C Roberts 10 32478 Two Ways 17.30 ............................... B Shaw RACE 9, 7.16pm NEW ZEALAND RACING SERIES FINAL NZRSf, 520m 1 15252 Wayleggo 30.31 J & ........................D Fahey 2 54333 Tepirita Rita nwtd ............................. B Shaw 3 44612 Jinjarango 0.00 J & .........................D Fahey 4 41253 Know Attempt 30.20.......................G Cleeve 5 74371 Opawa Swede 30.02 J &.................D Fahey 6 71211 Opawa Webby 30.38 L & ................... Wales 7 31132 Opawa Jed 30.06 J & ......................D Fahey 8 32261 Know Class 30.12 ..........................G Cleeve 9 76223 Speedy Kazza 30.46 .................J McInerney 10 23434 Rodriguez nwtd ...................................A Lee RACE 10, 7.46pm GARRARD’S HORSE AND HOUND DASH C5, 295m 1 21112 Starburst Josh 17.04 ....................... M Grant 2 13218 Wandy Grant 17.19 ........................G Cleeve 3 14724 Ciri Rioli 17.04 J & ..........................D Fahey 4 38611 Know Pride 17.26...........................G Cleeve

5 53188 Homebush Churro 17.29 ...........J McInerney 6 85441 Life’s A Laugh 17.17..................R Blackburn 7 16725 Attack Wide 17.23 ..........................G Cleeve 8 65183 Botany Prancer 17.54 ...............J McInerney 9 42666 Cawbourne Queen 17.19 .............C Roberts 10 58177 Campaigner 17.15 H & .......................Taylor RACE 11, 8.12pm ANGLER’S ARMS TAVERN STAKES C5, 520m 1 44117 Popstar Rocket 30.57 ........................M Flipp 2 25242 Brighton Bullet 30.01 J & ................D Fahey 3 55251 Raw Energy 29.96 ....................J McInerney 4 22111 Palucka 30.47 J & ...........................D Fahey 5 51173 Zarishel 30.35 H & ..............................Taylor 6 11284 Gordon Bale 30.25 .......................C Roberts 7 31132 Russell Hart 30.22 ....................J McInerney 8 75274 Wild Grove 30.41 .........................C Roberts 9 11774 Stolen Money 30.24 .......................G Cleeve 10 61686 Indi’s Grace 30.20 ........................... M Grant RACE 12, 8.40pm SPEIGHT’S SPRINT C4, 295m 1 75625 Know Wisdom 17.36 ......................G Cleeve 2 85778 Rule Judge Judy 17.47 J & ....................May 3 11531 Cool Bear 17.24 L G & ................ SJA Stone 4 46421 Gitcha Easy 17.25 W & ..................... Nissen 5 22617 Austin Wana 17.58 ....................J McInerney 6 77263 Fireman’s Escort 17.28 .................... B Dann 7 11337 Cawbourne Burn 17.24 ................M Roberts 8 42163 Ringa Ding 17.50 ......................J McInerney 9 22547 Cawbourne Chief 17.39 .................. M Grant 10 71766 Bit Piccadilly 17.34 H & .......................Taylor

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Fields for Christchurch Greyhound Racing Club meeting at Addington today. NZ Meeting number: 10. Doubles: 1 and 2; 3 and 4; 5 and 6; 7 and 8; 9 and 10; 11 and 12.

Trebles: 1, 2 and 3; 4, 5 and 6; 7, 8 and 9; 10, 11 and 12 RACE 1, 4.35pm (NZT) SUPER PETS STAKES C3/4, 520m 1 76223 Speedy Kazza 30.46 .................J McInerney 2 62786 Adulterous nwtd ...........................C Roberts 3 72667 Homebush Iris 30.66 .................J McInerney 4 54345 Take A Trick 30.62 .............................M Flipp 5 23221 Spud Gun 30.66 .............................. M Grant 6 45868 Fear Go 30.48 ................................G Cleeve 7 5518x Pindari 30.32 J &.............................D Fahey 8 41115 Opawa No Ear 30.18 J & ................D Fahey 9 76888 Opawa Midnight 30.66 S & ............. B Evans 10 48348 Cawbourne Kesha 30.74...........J McInerney RACE 2, 4.52pm (NZT) KOLORFUL KANVAS SPRINT C5, 295m 1 x3778 Know Rival 17.22 ...........................G Cleeve 2 34831 Sahara Rama 17.19 .................. R H Adcock 3 13264 Bugsy Bangles 17.16 ....................... B Shaw 4 16266 Know Lies 17.37 ............................G Cleeve 5 41444 Homebush Chopper 17.31 ........J McInerney 6 21135 Mary Marlow 17.17 ......................... M Grant 7 x1212 Follow Fame 17.28 ............................M Flipp 8 34325 Not A Know 17.22 ........................ A Waretini 9 42666 Cawbourne Queen 17.19 .............C Roberts 10 57178 Etched In Stone 17.25 ..............R Blackburn RACE 3, 5.10pm (NZT) THURSDAY PLACE PICK

STAKES C3, 520m 1 71217 Validation 30.90 ...........................C Roberts 2 44534 Bob’s Eye 30.73 ........................J McInerney 3 43157 Glenn Is Goodesy nwtd................... M Grant 4 62414 Know Peril 30.62 ............................G Cleeve 5 35845 Goldstar Bella 30.48 S &................. B Evans 6 57462 Business Plan 30.50 .................R Blackburn 7 35233 Ohoka Frenchi 30.69.................... L Waretini 8 12354 Beadman 30.77.................................J Dunn 9 48348 Cawbourne Kesha 30.74...........J McInerney 10 73878 Wandy On In 30.79 .....................D Kingston RACE 4, 5.27pm (NZT) I PAVE CONCRETE DASH C5, 295m 1 16335 Batiatus 17.34 ...........................R Blackburn 2 71653 Butterbean 17.29 M & .....................P Binnie 3 57613 Sosan 17.43 .................................C Roberts 4 31511 Go Housie 17.03 ............................G Cleeve 5 11812 Damarjo 17.30 H & .............................Taylor 6 74832 Homebush Mayhem 17.27 ........J McInerney 7 16313 Bellwave 17.20 W & .......................... Nissen 8 31174 Know Escape 17.02 .......................G Cleeve 9 42666 Cawbourne Queen 17.19 .............C Roberts 10 32478 Two Ways 17.30 ............................... B Shaw RACE 5, 5.45pm (NZT) CTV STAKES C3, 520m 1 64652 Flying Moe 30.56 ............................. B Shaw 2 75672 Opawa Style 30.55 L & ...................... Wales 3 51736 Botany Kevin 30.95 ...................J McInerney 4 63568 Lincoln Flyer nwtd ........................C Roberts 5 35454 Red Typhoon 30.56 ......................... M Grant

6 53778 Alisaray 30.59 .............................. L Waretini 7 21868 Gee Cee Bee 30.70 ...................H Anderton 8 52165 Pseudonym 30.52 .....................R Blackburn 9 48348 Cawbourne Kesha 30.74...........J McInerney 10 73878 Wandy On In 30.79 .....................D Kingston RACE 6, 6.02pm (NZT) SKY HIGH SCAFFOLDING DASH C4, 295m 1 88751 Another Jewel 17.32 .................J McInerney 2 11162 Cawbourne Dasher 17.19 W & ......... Nissen 3 1673F Will Excite 17.36 .......................... L Waretini 4 51111 Cawbourne Jelly 17.27 W & .............. Nissen 5 66334 Wandy Gaylene 17.30....................G Cleeve 6 23555 Jumpin’ Julia 17.30....................J McInerney 7 14213 Hetfield 17.36 ...............................C Roberts 8 51413 Roxy Rascal 17.44 M &.....................Jopson 9 22547 Cawbourne Chief 17.39 .................. M Grant 10 57552 Homebush Helen 17.18 ............J McInerney RACE 7, 6.20pm CAROL’S TAB STAKES C3/4, 520m 1 87868 Another Colt 30.57 ....................J McInerney 2 85877 Black Emily 30.16 L & ........................ Wales 3 21262 Bone Nerd 30.62 ..........................M Roberts 4 27383 Starburst Clemmy 30.86 ................. M Grant 5 86245 Banbit 30.57 .....................................B Shaw 6 12155 Caboul 30.24 J & ............................D Fahey 7 76362 Ultimate Dream 29.93 ............... A Bradshaw 8 38867 Should Be Carlos 30.79 ............J McInerney 9 76888 Opawa Midnight 30.66 S & ............. B Evans 10 73878 Wandy On In 30.79 .....................D Kingston RACE 8, 6.46pm BILL’S BAR & BISTRO SPRINT C5,

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TRADES, SERVICES New Zealand’s Corey Anderson celebrates after scoring a century on the third day of the second cricket test match against Bangladesh in Dhaka, Bangladesh yesterday. ap photo

Century for Anderson

By DaviD Leggat Corey Anderson scored his maiden test hundred in just his second international as New Zealand moved ahead of Bangladesh on the third day of the second cricket test in Dhaka yesterday.

Strongly-built lefthander Anderson hit 116, becoming the 10th New Zealand batsman - and the fifth in Bangladesh - to hit a century against their hosts.

By tea, New Zealand had its nose in front overall, at 318 for seven, but the loss of Doug Bracewell just before the interval undid some of the earlier good

work. The key to New Zealand’s innings was the 140-run stand for the fifth wicket between Anderson and his Northern Districts team mate Kane Williamson.

Williamson was patient in continuing his good form of the series, before holing out to deep mid on at 62.

By then Anderson, having been circumspect early on, had reached his century from 139 balls, with 11 fours and two sixes.

Bangladesh had little penetration with the ball, apart from the left arm spinner Shakib al-Hasan.

However they had further success shortly before tea.

First Anderson drove a ball uppishly to cover.

That gave debutant al-Amin Hossain his maiden test wicket.

It was good reward for some determined toil by the young seamer.

Then, after putting on a promising 31 with wicketkeeper BJ Watling, Bracewell became classy allrouner al-Hasan’s fifth victim, smartly caught by wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim for 17.

Watling was on 23 at tea, while al-Hasan had fine figures of five for 71 from 30.4 overs.

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YESTERDAY’S SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC Across 1. Mendacity 5. Spa 7. Nark 8. Hacksaws 10. Crevices 11. Open 13. Sector 15. Planet 18. Torn 19. Discover 22. Off-white 23. Else 24. Pal 25. Pertinent Down 1. Menaces 2. Norse 3. Images 4. Yoke 5. Sharpen 6. Arson 9. Pivot 12. Slack 14. Careful 16. Torment 17. Bitter 18. Troop 20. Value 21. Whip QUICK Across 6. Wakeful 7. Adorn 9. Gem 10. Ferocious 12. White knight 15. Clairvoyant 17. Foolproof 19. Off 21. Means 22. Bigoted Down 1. Bales 2. Keg 3. Cute 4. Additions 5. Brought 8. Donkey 11. Thrilling 13. Tavern 14. Allowed 16. After 18. Omit 20. Pop

QUICK ACROSS 7. Receding (6) 8. Warm and snug (colloq) (6) 10. Holds back (5,2) 11. Frighten (5) 12. Therefore (Latin) (4) 13. Tomes (5) 17. Show to be true (5) 18. Area (4) 22. Visible (5) 23. Cancelled out (7) 24. Dog house (6) 25. Idler (6)

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DOWN 1. Longed for (7) 2. Shorten (7) 3. Apprehension (5) 4. Abandon (7) 5. Composition (5) 6. Stone walls (5) 9. Bankrupt (9) 14. Worried (7) 15. Humiliate (7) 16. Pioneers (7) 19. Friars (5) 20. Existence (5) 21. Ice house (5)

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YOUR STARS

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ARIES (MAR 21 – APR 20) When it comes to money matters you have a mix of transparency, foresight and hindsight, along with the smart head for money needed to process it.

TAURUS (APR 20 – MAY 21) As the Sun spends his first full day in your relationship sector start the way you intend to go on, making communication a priority from Day 1.

GEMINI (MAY 21 – JUNE 22) Some out of work love gods are now shifting their focus from all things romantic to your relationships.

Work to keep the romantic flame burning.

CANCER (JUNE 22 – JULY 24) While the Sun returns to a playful and romantically charged part of your chart at this time every year, there is a new need to take this seriously.

LEO (JULY 24 – AUG 23) You have a mix of foresight and hindsight to tap into, at a time when the doors are open to new beginnings and second chances on the home front.

VIRGO (AUG 23 – SEP 23) As the Moon creates hunches that can put you in the right place at the right time, the Sun is working to ensure the communication lines are open.

LIBRA (SEP 23 – OCT 23) As new doors open on the income front it’s important to trust your professional instincts, keeping your finger on the pulse and ear to the ground.

SCORPIO (OCT 23 – NOV 24) Taking your power back has been an ongoing mission all year, yet the first full day of a new solar year brings a reminder that it’s all about the journey.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 24 – DEC 21) With your solar year now in its final wind down month there is a need to pace yourself, though that might be easier said than done at times.

CAPRICORN (DEC 21 – JAN 20) You’ve reached an important point in the year for personal and professional networking, with conditions also favourable for relationship building.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20 – FEB 19) Having the Sun return to your career sector in Mercury’s early days in retrograde motion both clarifies things and provides the balance you need.

PISCES (FEB 19 – MAR 20) There is no longer the professional urgency of recent weeks. Instead, on the personal and professional fronts it’s now more about the journey.

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Guardian

Family Notices 26 Ashburton Guardian DEATHS

BASTION, Richard Sheppard (Dick) RNZAF 4310456 – On October 20, 2013, peacefully at North Shore Hospital; in his 90th year.

Much loved and loving husband of Edna, and loved father and father-in-law of Lyn and Grant, Julia (deceased 1946), Keith and Janis, John and Joy, Penny and Murray, Justine and Peter, and Sue. Loved Poppa of all his grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and greatgreat-grandchild.

Loved and remembered always.

A funeral service will be held in the Paterson’s Funeral Chapel, corner of East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on TUESDAY, October 29 at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Ashburton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the RSA Welfare Fund would be appreciated and may be left at the Chapel.

GRIFFIN, Patrick Daniel (Pat) – On October 22, 2013, peacefully at Oamaru Hospital surrounded by his family. Dearly loved husband of the late Eileen, much loved father and father-in-law of Catherine and David Rush (Ashburton), Angela (Oamaru), Elizabeth and Edward McLean (Wellington), Bridget and John Davidson (Purakanui) and loved grandfather of Shaun, Brenna and Alanna Rush; Griffin McLean; Lucy and Hugh Davidson.

R.I.P. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Patrick’s Basilica, Reed Street, Oamaru on MONDAY, October 28 commencing at 11am followed by interment at the Oamaru Lawn Cemetery. Messages to 5 Kingslea Street, Oamaru 9400.

Wall’s Funeral Services, Oamaru, FDANZ

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CAMPBELL, David Gray (Gray) – Brethren of Thistle Lodge 113 are called to attend the Funeral Service of the Late Wor. Bro. D G Campbell at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Havelock Street, Ashburton, tomorrow, Friday at 2.00pm. Brethren of sister Lodges are invited to attend.

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TOMORROW: Fine with high cloud. Strong northwesterlies. www.guardianonline.co.nz

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IN MEMORIAM

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LISTER, John Robert – Wind km/h Thursday, 24 October 2013 NZ Situation 08.09.1944 - 24.10.2005. In less than 30 A front with strong northerly flow ahead of it is expected loving memory of my fine mainly isolated cloudy drizzle drizzle few showers to cross the North Island tomorrow, while another front treasured husband and best fine showers clearing showers friend.

30 to 59 crosses the South Island. An unsettled west to northwest Tender thoughts still flow follows those fronts and prevails over the country bring a tear, fog isolated snow sleet thunder rain snow hail 60 plus during Saturday and Sunday, then eases on Monday as a thunder fl urries For one I lost and high approaches from the Tasman Sea. loved so dear, overnight Life moves on, I know Canterbury Plains NZ Today Canterbury High Country max low that’s true, CAMPBELL, David Gray Please note all late death But never the same as (Gray) – Auckland mainly fine 20 14 TODAY TODAY FZL: Lowering to 2400m in the evening when I had you, On October 22, 2013, notices or notices sent outHeavy and possibly thundery rain about the Hamilton side ordinary office hours Brief early rain, then fine. Gale You left a place I know drizzle 20 12 peacefully at Ashburton must be emailed to: divide. Elsewhere, scattered morning rain northwesterlies, gusting 140 km/h inland. no one can fill, Hospital. Aged 87 years. deathnotices@theguardian.co.nz clearing and becoming fi ne.

Napier fine 25 15 I miss you heaps and Loved husband of Joyce. to ensure publication.

TOMORROW Wind at 1000m: NW rising to severe gale always will.

Loved father and friend of Palmerston North mainly fine 20 15 Carlton, Brent, and Dayle. During office hours notices Love Yvonne.

120 km/h in exposed places.

Mainly fine with high cloud. Strong Father in law of Ruby, may also be sent to: Wind at 2000m: Severe gale NW 140 km/h. northwesterlies, gale at times in exposed Wellington drizzle 17 13 grandfather of the late Tiare, classifieds@theguardian.co.nz places.

FUNERAL TOMORROW FZL: Lowering to 1400m morning Naomi, Tafao, and Zoe. Great Any queries Nelson cloudy 19 13 grandfather of the late Niña.

Rain about the divide, heavy at first. A few SATURDAY please contact FURNISHERS Messages to P O Box 472 showers further east until evening.

Snow 0800 MASTER Blenheim fi ne 20 13 Mainly fine with high cloud. Strong Ashburton 7740. Donations to lowering to 1000m in the morning.

ASHBURTON MONUMENTAL MASON northwesterlies, gale at times in exposed the Ashburton Branch of (0800-274-287).

Wind at 1000m: NW gale in exposed places. Greymouth thunder 16 9 Kidney Health New Zealand E.B. CARTER LTD places.

Wind at 2000m: Severe gale NW. would be appreciated and For all your memorial Christchurch windy 22 10 may be left at the service.

SUNDAY SATURDAY requirements Gray’s funeral service will New headstones and designs Timaru windy 23 7 Mainly fine with high cloud. Strong Rain with heavy falls about the divide, be held at St Andrew’s Renovations, northwesterlies, gale at times in exposed Presbyterian Church, scattered falls further east. Snow above Queenstown clearing 18 5 Additional inscriptions, Havelock Street on FRIDAY, 1400m. Severe gale NW, easing to gale later. places.

Cleaning and Concrete work October 25, commencing at Dunedin fine 24 10 Carried out by qualified SUNDAY 2.00pm.

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by Canterbury owned, MONDAY tradesmen. locally operated interment at the Ashburton Snow showers about the divide, fi ne Mainly fine. Strong northwesterlies easing.

Invercargill clearing 20 7 620 East Street Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery. spells elsewhere. Gale northwesterly.

Paterson’s Funeral Services FDANZ Ashburton

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Patersons Funeral Services and Ashburton Crematorium Ltd Office and Chapel Corner East & Cox Streets, Ashburton

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Selwyn Whitecliffs (NIWA) at 2:00 pm, yesterday

Rakaia Fighting Hill (NIWA) at 7:15 am, yesterday 563.4 Nth Ashburton at 2:00 pm, yesterday

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6am Breakfast The Breakfast team presents news, interviews, weather and information.

9am Good Morning 10am Ellen 3 11am Coach Trip PGR 3 0 11:30 Infomercials Noon One News 0 12:30 Emmerdale PGR 0 1:30 Come Dine With Me 3 A daily lifestyle show that sees five very different people competing to be named the ultimate dinner party host.

2pm May The Best House Win 3pm Dickinson’s Real Deal 3:55 Te Karere 2 0 4:25 Ellen With guest Owen Wilson.

5:25 Millionaire – Hot Seat Hosted by Eddie McGuire. 0 6pm One News 0 7pm Seven Sharp 0 7:30 Coronation Street 0 8:30 Packed to the Rafters With a new business, a hot wife, and a potential baby on the way, Carbo thinks he is doing well, and all he wants for his birthday is a quiet dinner for two and a romantic night in a luxury hotel. 0 9:25 Gavin and Stacey PGR 0 10pm The Spa PGR 10:30 One News Tonight 0

6am Creflo Dollar 6:30 Buzzy Bee And Friends 3 0 6:35 Tiki Tour 3 0 7am Stitch! 3 0 7:25 The Penguins Of Madagascar 3 0 7:50 Slugterra 0 8:15 Franklin 3 0 8:40 Mike The Knight 3 0 8:50 Fireman Sam 3 0 9am Infomercials 11am Neighbours 3 0 11:30 Home And Away 3 0 Noon Shortland Street PGR 3 0 12:30 Two And A Half Men PGR 3 0 1pm Jeremy Kyle PGR 2pm Bethenny 0 3pm Melissa And Joey 3 0 3:29 Angry Birds Toons 3 0 3:30 Penguins Of Madagascar 3 0 4pm Lab Rats 4:30 The Erin Simpson Show 5pm America’s Funniest Home Videos 3 0 5:30 Home And Away 0 6pm Friends 3 0 6:30 Neighbours 0 7pm Shortland Street PGR Chris hides a secret from Rachel; Nicole throws in the towel; Josh sets himself up for glory. 0 7:30 Police Ten 7 0 8pm Street Hospital PGR 0 8:30 Mistresses PGR 0 9:30 20/20 0 10:30 Nikita AO 0

6am 3 News – Firstline 8:30 Infomercials 10:30 The Shopping Channel 11:30 Entertainment Tonight 3 Noon 3 News 12:30 Everybody Loves Raymond 30 1pm Dr Phil AO A former contestant on America’s Next Top Model returns to the show and provides an update on the status of her drug treatment.

2pm The Dr Oz Show PGR 3 3pm F The Real Housewives Of DC PGR 3 4pm Rachael Ray No-cook supper with Richard Blais; upgrading flip flops with three easy tricks.

4:55 Entertainment Tonight 5:25 Celebrity MasterChef The celebrities take on fine Indian cuisine, and must spice and balance flavours.

6pm 3 News 7pm Campbell Live A daily look at issues touching the lives of New Zealanders.

7:30 The X Factor USA Simon Cowell’s singing competition continues.

9:30 Project Runway – All Stars PGR The designers must create flashy and splashy wear for model Miranda Kerr.

10:25 Nightline

6am Sesame Street 3 6:55 Pingu 3 7am Sticky TV 3 7:30 Beyblade – Metal Fury 3 7:55 The Winx Club 3 8:20 Chuggington 3 8:30 Raa Raa The Noisy Lion 3 8:40 Ready, Steady, Wiggles 8:50 Bob The Builder 3 9:05 Thomas And Friends 9:15 Peppa Pig 3 9:25 Wonder Pets 3 9:50 Humf 3 9:55 Infomercials 2pm Sesame Street 3 2:55 Peppa Pig 3 3pm Sticky TV Featuring – Go, Diego, Go! and Monsuno.

4:30 Four Live 6pm Sabrina – The Teenage Witch 3 0 6:30 Everybody Hates Chris 3 0 7pm The Simpsons 3 0 7:30 Family Guy PGR 3 8pm American Dad PGR 3 8:30 Bob’s Burgers AO 3 9pm South Park AO Butters’s behaviour gives his parents a reason to tell him why he is not like the other kids, so he asks Kenny to accompany him on his journey of selfdiscovery to Hawaii.

9:30 Californication AO 3 0 10:35 Burn Notice AO 3

11pm Tagata Pasifika 11:35 Football – Fifa U17 World Cup 12:50 Crash Investigation Unit PGR 1:20 Te Karere 3 2 0 1:45 Infomercials 5:35 Te Karere 3 2 0

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11:35 Excused AO Dating show in which singles looking for love try to win dates before being eliminated from contention.

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7pm The Crowd Goes Wild 7:30 Best of Man v Wild PGR 3 8:30 F Death in Paradise AO Dwayne ends up embroiled in a murder investigation. Can Richard solve the case and finally return home?

9:40 Prime Rocks – Iron Maiden: Behind the Beast 10:50 The Crowd Goes Wild 3

11:20 The Late Show With David Letterman A late-night comedy and talk show.

12:20 Home Shopping 1:20 The Crowd Goes Wild 3 1:50 Home Shopping

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6am Benny Hinn 6:30 Mark Berg’s Fishing Addiction 7:30 Candice Tells All 8am Wildlife Warriors 8:30 Food Factory 9am Food Safari 9:30 Bath Crashers 10am The Cook And The Chef 10:30 Candice Tells All 11am American Restoration Mike and Frank travel the country looking for antique gold.

11:30 Military Driving School PGR Noon Celebrity DIY 12:30 On Thin Ice 1:30 Days Of Our Lives PGR 2:30 Hairy Bikers’ Best Of British 3:30 Food Factory 4pm Taste 5pm The Home Show 6pm Wildlife Warriors 6:30 Yard Crashers 7pm Auction Room 7:30 Return To River Cottage 8:05 Hairy Bikers’ Mum Knows Best 8:50 Cheese Slices 9:55 Sicily With Aldo And Enzo AO The secrets of Sicily’s diverse culinary culture are revealed amid some of the most stunning Sicilian locations.

10:35 Woodley AO 11pm Auction Room 11:30 Hairy Bikers’ Best Of British

FRIDAY

PRIME 6:30 The Crowd Goes Wild 3 7am Deal Or No Deal 3 7:30 Home Shopping Noon The Doctors PGR 1pm The Jeff Probst Show 1:55 Secret Millionaire UK 3 3pm Recruits PGR 3 3:30 Nigella Bites 3 4pm The Late Show With David Letterman 3 5pm Deal Or No Deal 3 Game show hosted by Andrew O’Keefe that gives contestants the opportunity to win up to $200,000 each night.

5:30 Prime News 6pm Deal Or No Deal 6:30 Millionaire – Hot Seat Hosted by Eddie McGuire.

12:30 Benny Hinn 1am Food Factory 1:30 Woodley AO 2am Taste 3am The Home Show 4am Wildlife Warriors 4:30 Yard Crashers 5am Hairy Bikers’ Mum Knows Best 5:30 Sicily With Aldo And Enzo

10am Korero Mai 3 2 11am Toku Reo 3 Noon Korero Mai 3 2 1pm Toku Reo 3 2pm Korero Mai 3 2 3pm Kete Aronui 3 3:30 Miss Spider’s Sunny Patch 32 4pm Pukoro 2 4:30 Phunk Nation PGR 3 5pm Toi Whakaari 3 2 5:30 Te Kaea 2

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12:30 American Guns M 1:30 Abalone Wars PG 2:30 Gold Rush South America PG Guyanese Gold.

3:30 Dirty Jobs PG Geoduck Farmer.

4:30 Smart City Kaohsiung PG 5:30 Time Warp PG Body Modification.

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Packed to the Rafters 8:30pm on TV One

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8:30 Deadliest Catch PG Behind the Scenes. 9:30 Mythbusters PG Exploding Steak. 10:30 American Guns M 11:30 Deadliest Catch PG 12:30 Nightmare Next Door M 1:30 Scorned – Love Kills M 2:30 Warlocks Rising PG 3:30 American Guns M 4:30 Deadliest Catch PG Get ‘em Back Safe!

5:30 Mythbusters PG Ninjas 2.

6:30 American Guns M 7:30 Abalone Wars PG 8:30 Gold Rush South America PG Guyanese Gold.

9:30 Forbidden M Animal Mad. 10:30 Blood Relatives M Rest in Pieces.

11:30 Disappeared M

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6:25 The Artist M 2011 Romantic Comedy. Jean Dujardin, Berenice Bejo. 8:05 The Making Of Prometheus MV 8:20 Crazy Stupid Love MLS 2011 Comedy. Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling. 10:20 Won’t Back Down PGLS 2012 Drama. Viola Davis, Maggie Gyllenhaal.

12:20 The Three Stooges PGV 2012 Comedy. Sean Hayes, Will Sasso.

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BY JONATHAN LEASK

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Garfield Charles is the new man of Mid Canterbury Cricket.

Richard Pithey vacated the chief executive position last year when he moved to become the Canterbury Cricket Development Manager and Charles has come in to replace Pithey, but not as the chief executive.

Charles will be the director of cricket with a primary focus on coaching and development with Mid Canterbury looking to bring in an administrator.

Charles officially started on Monday and planned to familiarise himself with his new surroundings.

“I’ll get to know the contacts and what’s been happening before getting down to work,” Charles said.

That work is focusing on cricket and coaching the players with Charles taking a hands-on personal approach.

“Each player is different so it’s to know them and what makes them tick, how they work and how we can make them work

better.” Charles brings 30 years of coaching experience to the role.

He played for Guyana in the West Indian first division championship from 1983-91, as well as having seasons in the Netherlands where the opening bowlerlower-middle order batsman was a player-coach.

He then came to New Zealand in 1991 where he landed a job as player-coach at St Albans in Christchurch for three years before moving down to coach South Canterbury for three years.

There was a season in England with Harefield Cricket Club in the Thames Valley League in 1996 before a return to Christchurch retiring as a player in 1998.

He coached various teams on his return as well as being an elite coach with Canterbury Cricket before taking up the role with Mid Canterbury.

As director of cricket Charles will take control of the Mid Canterbury senior and Primary A representative teams, but will still having coaching input to the other teams.

Garfield Charles is the new director of cricket for Mid Canterbury Cricket.

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Silver Ferns out to restore pride

BY DANA JOHANNSEN It’s all about the numbers for the Silver Ferns over the next week.

Coming off a disastrous 4-1 series loss to Australia, the big focus for the Ferns during the three-test series against Malawi beginning in Wellington tonight is restoring some pride in their game to ensure they head into the off-season in a more positive frame of mind. The problem is

the world No 5 Malawi side will not offer the same intense competition as the top-tier nations, making it difficult to get a good feel for the Ferns’ progress in this series.

New Zealand coach Waimarama Taumaunu has therefore placed a strong focus on her side’s statistics over the series, setting exacting standards for her side to meet. The emphasis is not so much on the scoreline,

but individual goals and targets.

Shooter Jodi Brown said the team have all had detailed feedback from the coaching staff as to which areas of their game they need to develop over the Malawi series as they look to go some way to atoning for a dreadful series of performances against the Diamonds.

“Obviously we haven’t been that successful against Australia and we all came in [to camp in

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Wellington] feeling a bit down, but after you lose you just want to get out on court and make it right again,” said Brown.

Taumaunu has always been a keen number cruncher, but over the past few years the statistics available have become a lot more sophisticated. The team’s statistician and performance analyst, Bobby Willcox, sits next to Taumaunu on the bench during games, feeding her real time

data. They’re not only monitoring the key statistical categories like shooting volume and accuracy, but also detail like how many times a player will handle the ball in one possession, whether they predominantly take the ball on the first or second phase, and where the ball is being fed into the circle from.

Brown said her main focus for the series is to improve her shooting volume.

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