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Bridge battle If Bob McDonald looks a bit serious, he has every reason to be. He’s the chairman of a group pushing for West Street – and not Chalmers Avenue – to be the location of a much-discussed second bridge over the Ashburton River. Find out how you could influence that decision by reading Adam Burns’ story, page 3.

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Ashburton Parents’ Centre will be forced to shut unless we step up These are grim times for the cash-strapped Ashburton Parents’ Centre, which is facing closure unless the community digs into its pockets. The institution that’s helped countless Ashburton parents for free over the past three decades will shut up shop unless it can raise about $1900 in a matter of days. The Guardian doesn’t want that to happen. If you can help, contact us at: editorial@theguardian.co.nz See our story, page 5 Ph 03 307 7900 to subscribe!

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The best kind of getaway for Keiana By Maddison Gourlay maddison.g@theguardian.co.nz

Ashburton’s Keiana Rouse will be boarding a plane to Auckland today for her trip of a lifetime, Covid-19 edition. The Koru Care Christchurch trip is for children with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Keiana, 8, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and hemiplegia (a condition, caused by a brain injury, that results in a varying degree of weakness, stiffness and lack of control in one side of the body) when she was 19 months old. An epilepsy diagnosis followed when she was two and, at five, dyspraxia (a developmental co-ordination disorder that affects motor and cognitive skills) was confirmed. Her trip will be the first time Keiana has spent a night away without a family member, which will make her and mother Angela Rouse nervous but still excited. “I think she will have the time of her life,”

Angela said. On the trip there is a two-children-toone- buddy ratio, with medical professionals also involved. Due to the Covid-19 climate, the usual overseas trip was not possible but the children will still get to experience their trip of a lifetime in their own backyard. The group will spend eight days exploring parts of Auckland and Rotorua, visiting the Snow Planet, Kelly Terlton and the tree top walk among other activities. Koru Care Christchurch’s Tracey Curran said this year’s domestic trip was a great way to still have the trip, while helping New Zealand’s tourism sector “With a domestic trip this year we will be putting money back into tourism New Zealand,” she said. Curran knows how these trips can change a child’s life. “The trip lets kids be more independent. It’s all about letting them be kids,” Curran said. Keiana will certainly enjoy that.

Left – Keiana Rouse is very excited about her trip of a lifetime, nervous to be away from home but will be well looked after by the team at Koru Care Christchurch. PHOTO MADDISON GOURLAY

Lights, camera ... action By Sue Newman sue.n@theguardian.co.nz

It might mean two years of roading chaos, but by the end of 2023 State Highway 1 through Ashburton will sport two new sets of traffic signals. On Wednesday Ashburton’s district councillors were given a first hand look at plans for the two traffic safety projects by NZ Transport Agency New Zealand upgrade programme team leader Mike Blyleven, who made it clear the agency was committed to completing the two long awaited State Highway 1 projects. Tenders are likely to be called by mid year for the removal of the two traffic roundabouts on Walnut Avenue and the installation of traffic signals, a project that is scheduled for completion by the end of 2022.

The second major project, the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of the highway with Agnes Street and Lagmhor Road in Tinwald has been hotly debated, with the final site choice still being questioned by many in the community. Blyleven said the intersection chosen was deemed the best in terms of providing safe access to and across the highway for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. He said there had been a lot of discussion around siting the lights at the Graham Street T-intersection but the site chosen was considered the best all-round safety option. That intersection would see traffic using Graham Street encouraged to turn into McMurdo Street and then Agnes Street to use the signal-controlled intersection, however, vehicles could still turn on to the highway from

Graham Street, he said. “Right turns won’t be banned at Graham Street, but we will really encourage people to use the traffic signals.” The agency also plans to remove the zebra crossing south of the Lagmhor Road intersection. This is currently well used by children walking from the west of Tinwald to school on the east. They will be encouraged to cross the highway at the traffic signals and access their school by walking down Agnes Street and along Thompson Street, Blyleven said. Significant change is also proposed for cyclists, with the existing state highway cycle lane to be removed and Melcombe Street being promoted as a cycle route. Cyclists would access the Ashburton River bridge cycle lane via the rail underpass. This would have limited vehicle use. “This project is all about safe

community access. And yes the signals will cause traffic on the highway to stop but we’re looking to minimise this, but it’s a price worth paying for safe community access,” he said. Work on the traffic signals is likely to start in about six months, with the project tagged for completion by the end of 2023. Councillor Carolyn Cameron told Blyleven she was concerned about the major disruption the two projects would cause because Ashburton’s was already in a state of disruption because of the town centre redevelopment project. Together the three projects could see three years of turmoil, she said. Stuart Wilson said he was sceptical the Tinwald project would happen, but Blyleven assured him the money was already committed. “This project has been selected by the Minister of Transport. It’s a

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priority with the government. It’s Crown funded and we have the money now. The money’s in the bank to progress it now.” When asked by Angus McKay whether the project would close the door on future four-laning of the state highway through Ashburton, Blyleven said that option had never been on NZTA’s drawing board. “The impact of this could far outweigh what you’re trying to achieve,” he said. While the Walnut Avenue lights project is signed and sealed, there is still plenty of room for discussion on the Tinwald Corridor project. An open day will be held on Tuesday in the Tinwald School Hall from 3pm to 6.30pm, where NZTA staff will be available to talk through the project and the community will have an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.

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Second bridge talks set to resume By Adam Burns

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Talks around a second bridge over the Ashburton River are set to again come to the surface. A public meeting is set to take place in a fortnight with views on the multi-million dollar project’s proposed location again likely to be the main talking point on the longstanding debate. Deliberations will centre around the option of West Street as a preferred site for the bridge project, as opposed to Chalmers Avenue. The project was estimated to cost $35 million with 2026 earmarked for construction to begin. Campaigning on the bridge site has been occurring for about a decade. The bridge group, which is kickstarting discussions, is hoping local councillors and Ashburton District Mayor Neil Brown will be in attendance at the public gathering. Next month’s review of the Long Term Plan (LTP) prompted a move to revisit the ongoing matter of a second bridge, group spokesman Bob McDonald said. “At the moment they’re still full steam ahead for Chalmers Ave,” he said. “It’s about putting it out there and seeing what people think. “Everyone’s got an opinion and their preferred option.” The views of the local community would then form the bedrock of a submission to the Ashburton District Council on the issue.

Have your say on the location of the second bridge over the Ashburton River Wednesday, March 31 7-9pm Ashburton Intermediate School Hall

Bridge group chairman Bob McDonald is reopening talks around a second urban bridge for Ashburton.

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Council has previously secured land for the bridge at the end of Chalmers Avenue and has budgeted for the project into its LTP.

An independent commission ruled in favour of council’s preferred route back in 2014 following a spell of public consultation.

McDonald said diverting motorists away from the town’s central business district could be disastrous.

“We’ve always been in favour of having it more central in the CBD so it keeps people going through the CBD and not the side streets,” he said. He added that the Chalmers Avenue route which would drag a major highway through a residential area was unreasonable. “I’m not sure where the logic came from.” He believed congestion was becoming a more prominent factor in the town. “We need to be looking, not in 10-30 years’ time of how we’re going to keep people moving around the town, you don’t want to see it like how it is in some of those main centres. “We need that bridge as soon as possible to keep everything moving.” More than 20,000 vehicles per day travel across the river bridge. The public meeting will be held at the Ashburton Intermediate School Hall on March 31.

Your plan, your money – have your say By Sue Newman sue.n@theguardian.co.nz

It’s a weighty document but within its 40 odd pages, the Ashburton District Council’s draft long term plan (LTP) spells out how rates money will be spent over the next 10 years. The LTP is reviewed every three years and it updates the work and spending plan for the council. It also spells out the challenges that may come and the options for funding planned work. The plan is now out for community consultation. It address-

es a number of issues the district will face over the coming years, including additional investment needed to meet higher drinking water standards, improvements in freshwater quality outcomes and increased resilience to climate change. There are also projects missing from the revised document and these include a range of improvements and additions to the EA Networks Centre. Further research will be undertaken on how best to use and develop the centre. There are a number of decisions the council will make through the consultation pro-

cess. These include the installation of water meters on all properties to help track water leaks. It is not, however, the council’s intention to use these to charge for water used. Also up for discussion is the future funding of its elderly person’s housing stocks. Because rents do not provide a large enough pool of money to cover maintenance, the council is proposing a rising rental scale over the next seven years along with a cash injection from rates. There are also a number of large projects that will require money from rates. These include the new civic centre and library,

the redevelopment of Ashburton Domain and infrastructure projects around drinking water, waste water, stormwater and transportation. Over the next 10 years the council proposes to spend $929 million on infrastructure, assets and facilities. This money will come from a mix of rates, fees and charges, subsidies and grants interests, dividends and borrowing. This will mean higher rates increases for the first four years of the LTP, however the council has a limit on how much it can increase rates in any one year – no more than 1 per cent of the

total capital value of the district. Total rates increases in years one to five are to be no more than 5 per cent each year and in years five onwards no more than 3 per cent each year. Over the next two weeks the community has several opportunities to ask questions and make comments on the draft long term plan during a series of community meetings. The first meeting is at the Ashburton District Council chambers on Monday from 7pm - 9pm. Submissions can also be made and these will be heard during April. The LTP must be signed off by June 30.

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Turning point for Regent Cinema By Malcolm Hopwood

It was early April 2020 and Lauriston School had booked Ashburton’s Regent Cinema for a private screening of Peter Rabbit 2. Then Covid-19 struck and the school outing was abandoned. But now, almost a year to the day, Lauriston School is back with Peter Rabbit 2 being re-launched, the same movie with the same people after the world of cinema releases had been in limbo for a year. “It’s the world we lived in for 12 months,” cinema owner, David Favel said. The Peter Rabbit 2 coincidence means more to David and Donna Favel, who’ve owned and operated Regent Ashburton for 23 years. Peter Rabbit 2 represents the return of the blockbusters, the multi-mega movies that have been put on hold for months. And for the Favels, the past 12 months has been the most difficult trading year since they opened the Regent. “It’s been financially challenging to us, not dissimilar to other retailers,” Donna said. David agreed: “Our harvest product was strangled.’’ He recalls times when no-one came to a scheduled screening, although there was always someone who visited the cinema. Then the cinema was closed for up to eight weeks during Levels 3 and 4. “During that time we were extremely frugal and had to sharpen our pencil when it came to costs,” Donna said. The challenge during 2020 was also finding movies. David searched far and wide

Covid-19 has got a heck of a lot to answer for, including the shutdown of big movie releases. But things are definitely looking up in Ashburton.

David and Donna Favel, owners of Regent Ashburton. for titles and frequently went to small distributors, screening films that had limited budgets. “We looked further afield to find movies that were available, knowing they’d appeal to a section of our audience. We often took

a chance on a range of product.” Many were Australian and Kiwi movies and Rams, starring Sam Neill and Michael Paton, resonated with Ashburton audiences. The Regent box office was the fifth best in New Zealand.

During that period, David and Donna maintained the Regent’s loyalty programme and their supply of ice creams and popcorn. Some people stocked up from the food bar alone and never saw a movie. Initially, patrons were slow to return, even when Levels 1 and 2 allowed them back into the Regent’s two cinemas. Distributors dumped movies on Netflix and other streaming sites – and it had an impact. “I heard speculation that Covid-19 would mean the death of cinemas not just in New Zealand, but the world,” Donna said. “But it’s not happening here. We’ve seen an increase in patronage over recent weeks. And now the blockbusters are also returning, with David pointing to Godzilla versus Kong, Mortal Combat, Top Gun Maverick and Fast And Furious 9. The ultimate for David will be the eventual release of the latest Bond movie, No Time To Die, on October 7. He’s seen every Bond since Dr No in 1963. More Bond or not, importantly the Favels know that the excitement of the big screen can’t be matched. “While studios will continue to make movies and release them to TV, there’s nothing like the wonder of the big screen and surround sound,” Donna rightly pointed out.

Special Messiah for Mid Canterbury Choir members By Malcolm Hopwood

There’s something special about Handel’s Messiah for members of the Mid Canterbury Choir. It’s the work they started, learned, rehearsed and then abandoned last year. Hours of voice exercises, breathing, limbering up the body and marking the semi-quavers in their scores were in vain. Covid-19 threatened, then arrived and plunged communities into isolation. The Mid Canterbury Choir’s bubble was burst and choir members put away their copies, hung their uniforms in the cupboard and didn’t sing another Hallelujah again. But the spark remained. They didn’t give it away. There were more pressing issues of life and

The Mid Canterbury Choir in full voice performing The Messiah. death, both in New Zealand and around the world. They waited until the country returned to Level 1. This year offered hope. New

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dusted off their copies, warmed up their voices in the bathroom and took their uniforms out of mothballs. The same team was commissioned, soloists engaged and rehearsals began. They were confident enough to confirm a date, Sunday, March 28, at St Stephen’s Church. Then suddenly New Zealand returned to Level 2, not just once but twice. Rehearsals were cancelled. You couldn’t practise, wearing a mask and singing has the potential to spread Covid-19. “We’ve been extremely careful after our lockdown experience. Many of the choir members are in the age group where they’re most vulnerable,” explained choir manager, Carol Gunn. Instead of postponing this year’s Messiah, members were more determined that it would go ahead. It hadn’t been performed in Ashbur-

ton since 2018 and they weren’t going to wait another year. Practices were doubled up, workshops were held and now Handel’s most famous oratorio is ready for performance, well almost. There’ll be rehearsals this week by themselves and separate sessions for the soloists from Christchurch and Dunedin. Saturday will see all the musicians together for the first time with soloists topping and tailing their arias and duets and the Mid Canterbury Choir, augmented by singers from Christchurch, Geraldine, Timaru and Oamaru, rehearsing the wellknown choruses for the final time. “In fact, the first time the concert runs from beginning to end is the performance on Sunday. Trust me, it works well as these folk are true professionals,” Gunn said. Hallelujah Carol.

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In brief Land speed record Dorie residents might need to find a new route home next month when the Flying Kiwi Motorcycles team attempt to break the New Zealand land speed record for a motorcycle. The Ashburton District Council has approved the closure of McCrory’s Road from Awaroa School Road to Kyle Road intersection from April 9 to 11 so the record attempt can be staged.

Street sprints Taking a trailer load of rubbish to the Ashburton Resource Recovery Park will mean taking a different route for Ashburton residents on May 8 and 9 when the Ashburton Car Club street sprints are held. Over that weekend sections of Smallbone Drive, Robinson, Watson, McNally and Range streets will be closed. The car club has held the event for the past 17 years as part of Wheels Week.

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Some of the smiling faces of the Music and Movement group hosted by the Ashburton Parents’ Centre.

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Cash-strapped parents’ centre may have to close By Maddison Gourlay maddison.g@theguardian.co.nz

Help keep our doors open. That’s the message from the Ashburton Parents’ Centre, which is running a community-wide appeal to stay afloat. They’re a non-profit organisation that offers support and resources for new or expecting parents. The organisation started 32 years ago and the committee is determined to not let it end anytime soon. But the Covid-19 world has brought real challenges. The lockdown hit the centre’s bank account hard. It stopped the group from hav-

ing its regular fundraising efforts, hiring out their space and also put a stop to its only revenue-earning music and movement class. The group appealed to the Ashburton community over the past month, trying to raise $3000 by March 31 to stay afloat. A fundraiser bake sale at the Ashburton Farmers’ Market left the group only needing $1900, but that still leaves it short of its stay open target. Parents’ group president Claire Smitheram is appealing for more help, knowing just what value they provide to the community. They offer free antenatal and parenting classes and

their philosophy is that parents deserve free parenting education. Nationally, Parents’ Centre Aotearoa is running a charity auction through Trade Me, which would contribute more funds back to the Ashburton organisation. But the Ashburton group is worried it might not be enough. Smitheram hopes that is not the case because she knows from personal experience the value of the support the group provides. She joined four years ago after her son Kal was born at 30 weeks with scarring on the brain, which could affect the long-term development of his gross and fine motor skills.

Fine motor skills are small movements like grabbing, and gross motor skills are bigger movements, like crawling. Smitheram was told she could gain informal education and support at the parents’ centre – and she’s been there ever since. The centre offered Smitherman resources in developing motor skills, and support from other mums. Smitheram found like-minded people, support and gained close friends. She wants others to have that same support and experience too, but it won’t happen unless at least $1900 was found in less than two weeks to keep their doors open.

Fire truck blaze ‘stark reminder’ for farmers By Adam Burns adam.b@theguardian.co.nz

A paddock fire which devastated a fire truck near Ashburton this week serves as a vivid reminder for the wider farming community. This is the view of Federated Farmers’ provincial boss following an “unfortunate” incident on a Dromore property on Monday. Crews initially responded to a harvester machine fire at a stubble paddock on Stanleys Road around 4.20pm, which later developed into a stubble fire. No one was injured in the blaze, which was extinguished by 6pm. Federated Farmers Mid Canterbury president David Clark, who paid tribute to both the local fire volunteers

Federated Farmers’ Mid Canterbury president David Clark PHOTO ASHBURTON GUARDIAN

and the property owner, said it was a timely reminder to the public of the possible consequences. “It’s important to remind farmers in particular how vitally important it is to have

some form of first response firefighting capacity on farm,” he said. “So that you can do your best to hold the fire from escalating until the fire brigade can arrive to get it extinguished. “We’re very encouraging of farmers to take those steps.” Fire and Emergency NZ (Fenz) continues to investigate the circumstances around how the harvester machine ignited, and how the Ashburton-based appliance burned to the ground while crews tackled the blaze. A spare appliance was later supplied to the Ashburton brigade later that night. “We are working with our people, who were at the fire to understand what occurred,” Fenz area manager Steven Greenyer said. Clark insisted farmers needed to adopt the maximum fire

precautions on site. “Whether conducting a controlled burn, or operating our farms, so that the controlled burns are very well managed, to ensure that we’re not wasting time of the fire brigade so that they’re available to respond quickly to accidental events such as this one. “In the case of this one (fire) the farmer did everything right. “This event and the loss of a fire engine serves as a very stark reminder to all of us at how things can go bad very quickly.” Representatives at Fenz’ national headquarters did not respond to questions from the Guardian around the estimated value of the appliance, or whether it was insured, following reports suggesting the truck was valued around $500,000.

The Ashburton District Council has adopted a new CCTV policy that clearly spells out which staff members can release images to the police. It also lists the current camera locations: The intersections of East and Burnett and East and Tancred streets, the two pedestrian eastern accesses to the West Street car park, EA Networks Centre, Ashburton Domain, Tinwald Domain, Friendship Lane, Ashburton Library, Art Gallery and Museum, clock tower, refuse sites in Ashburton, Methven and Rakaia, public toilets in Ashburton Methven and Rakaia. Additional sites can be added at the request of the police, members of the public, business owners or councillors and council staff.

Big dollars If the Ashburton District Council was forced to replace all of its assets, it would be faced with a bill that would top $515 million. Those assets are spread over five groups – drinking water, waste water, storm water and roads and footpaths. These include 12 drinking water schemes with 15 water treatment plants and 497 water mains, four wastewater treatment and disposal facilities serving three schemes and 15 wastewater pump stations, 44 kilometres of stormwater drains and 7.5 hectares of stormwater detention and infiltration basins and 1512 kilometres of sealed and 1102 kilometres of unsealed roads.

Elderly persons’ housing Over the next seven years the Ashburton District Council proposes to raise rentals in its elderly housing units to ensure the rental pool is large enough to cover maintenance costs on the units. Currently tenants in a single unit pay $110 per week and those in a double unit, $130. by 2027/28 the rents will have risen to $170 for a single unit and $190 for a double. The council will also allocate funds to the housing account to ensure it becomes self supporting by that year.

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Silent dedication inspires stage-based Anzac tribute

In brief Guest speaker A structural engineer with a special interest in timber engineering, is next week’s guest at Ashburton’s U3A on March 23. Dr Andy Buchanan, who’s Professor Emeritus at the University of Canterbury, will describe the current resurgence of timber buildings around the world. He has a BE (Honours) from the University of Canterbury, a Master’s degree from the University of Berkeley and a PH.D from the University of British Columbia, Canada. Dr Buchanan is the author of Structural Design For Fire Safety and the New Zealand Timber Design Guide. U3A Ashburton meets at Ashburton Trust Event Centre on March 23 at 10am.

By Malcolm Hopwood

Jenny Beach and Sally and Roger Farr stood in their driveways by themselves, at dawn on Anzac Day 2020. It was silent, there was hardly a soul about. Roger played the Last Post from his cellphone. Jenny heard a neighbour playing it some distance away. “It was a very eerie feeling standing there,” Sally recalled. “I felt sad.” “There were so few people about,” Jenny Beach remembers. All three sensed the isolation that must have been experienced during the war years between servicemen and women overseas and their family and friends back home. “I felt sorry we couldn’t reverse that on such an important day,” Sally said. It was then they decided, in 2021, people would come together at Anzac to commemorate the event. It was the genesis of an idea that will be fulfilled on stage next month. Jenny, Sally and Roger will present Anzac Stories And Songs From the Front Line at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre on Saturday, April 24, at 2.30pm. All three come from families who were involved in World War Two or the war effort. Memories of generations back still resonate with them. Jenny had two uncles, Reg and Des Moylan, who served in the Pacific Islands and the Middle East. Sally came from farming families who were designated as essential workers, providing for the New Zealand war effort. She vividly remembers walking through a war cemetery in Greece, “blown away by the New Zealanders who’d lost their lives and were buried there”. It cemented their desire to compile a show that would be deeply rooted in the two world wars and Mid Canterbury’s involvement in it. Roger, who’s manager of the Ashburton Trust Event Centre, said he was “keen to commemorate an Anzac performance at the theatre”. While the show is an opportunity to sing and dance the famous songs from the war years and the 1940s, there’s more to it than

Regional Event Fund Mid Canterbury has been granted a $233,000 pool of money it can use over the next four years to support events that will drive visitors into the district. The Ashburton District Council was allocated the money from the Regional Event Fund and it will be administered through a funding panel. Deputy mayor Liz McMillan is the council’s representative on that panel.

The trio in costume. Sally Farr in a nurse’s cape, Roger Farr in army uniform and Jenny Beach, who’s joined the navy. that. Jenny has researched letters and stories from local people and interspersed them throughout the performance. There’s a poignant, but amusing letter from Tom to his brother. Tom’s back in the UK, recovering from injury, and writes home from an English hospital. Then there’s a tender love letter from boyfriend to girlfriend, telling her how he’s missing her. That letter has a positive ending. He returned home, married his girl and they lived memorable lives back in Ashburton. These letters are the lifeline between servicemen and women serving in the arenas of war and family and loved ones back home. But the trio doesn’t want their show to be a serious, nostalgic reflection on the war years. There’s costume, dance and plenty of humour. The legendary Red Hot Nanas will perform, the Andrews Sisters will be reincarnated and Sally is part of a quartet who’ll present a comedy song and dance. In addition, Roger will screen “strong visual images of local people and action shots” during the songs and narration. They’ll give the show a place and time and create an atmos-

phere, he said. A key feature will be the songs. An ensemble of 20 soloists and chorus will present such numbers as Pack Up Your Troubles, Long Way To Tipperary, We’ll Meet Again, White Cliffs of Dover, In The Mood and Nursie, Come Over Here And Hold My Hand. They speak of a talented group of voices, accompanied by an eight-piece live band, leading the singing and ensuring the audience can join in. When it’s over the trio want to reflect on this year’s Anzac Day commemorations making up for the hushed, individual tributes that were paid in driveways up and down New Zealand. April 25 is a day when people commemorate together, not stand apart, they commented. “For many people attending the show, it’ll be an emotional roller coaster,” Roger says. “It’s a trip down memory lane.” “There’ll be songs that make you cry and songs that make you laugh,” Jenny added. If it’s a snapshot of wartime that touches people’s hearts and stirs their memories, then the three of them will feel very satisfied.

Maronan Rd crash A person was airlifted to hospital after emergency services responded to the scene of a single vehicle that had left the road and ended up in a field on Maronan Road at around 10.35am on Thursday. St John communications adviser Gerard Campbell said the sole occupant was taken to Christchurch Hospital by helicopter in a moderate condition.

Police cars A convoy of police cars roaring through the district on Thursday afternoon were en route to an incident at a property in Waimate. Mid Canterbury residents from Rakaia to Hinds witnessed multiple police cars, including an AOS unit, travelling south on SH1 around 1pm.

Renowned musicians get together By Malcolm Hopwood

Rodger Fox and Michael Houstoun blend the best of classical with the best of jazz – and Ashburton folk will get to enjoy a most unusual double act at Labour weekend. It will be a performance with a twist because in the past few years, Houstoun, New Zealand’s pre-eminent classical pianist, and Fox, recognised as the country’s finest big band leader, have played together – classical piano with jazz orchestra. But this time around, they’re bringing something different to Ashburton on Sunday, October 24 because Fox has commis-

sioned arrangements especially for Houstoun. Houstoun has been a longtime devotee of Canadian rock singer and songwriter, Gino Vannelli, so Fox has commissioned internationally acclaimed composer-arranger, Bill Cunliffe, to feature special piano and jazz big band arrangements of two of Vannelli’s works. The big band will showcase material from its 2020 New York studio recording of New Zealand original compositions and blues vocalist, Erna Ferry, will perform three NZ numbers, Sensitive To A Smile by The Herbs, You’ve Got To Know by Supergroove and Carry My Blues Away by Mike Farrell, recorded by Midge Marsden. Interest in their concert should

Play it again What: Big band leaderRodger Fox and classical pianist Michael Houstoun will perform in Ashburton When: Labour weekend. Sunday, October 24 be high, given the calibre of the performers, with both Fox and Houstoun having enjoyed illustrious international careers. But, ironically, while Houstoun was born in Timaru and Fox in Christchurch, they’re never played together in Ashburton. Until now, that is.

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Irrigation schemes apply for consent renewal By Heather Chalmers heather.c@theguardian.co.nz

MHV Water expects the nitrate-nitrogen loading in its catchment to reduce by almost 40 per cent over the next 10 years, says chief executive Melanie Brooks. MHV Water is one of the Mid Canterbury irrigation schemes, along with Barrhill Chertsey Irrigation and Ashburton Lyndhurst Irrigation, applying to renew its resource consent for a further 10 years. While not required to be publicly notified, all three irrigation scheme applications have been limited notified to Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu in relation to potential effects on the Hakatere Ashburton River. MHV Water delivers water and manages the environmental compliance for about 58,000 hectares of farmland in the Hekeao/ Hinds plains. Brooks said that the regional plan it operated under, Plan Change 2 of the Canterbury Land and Water Regional Plan, was developed specifically for the area and made operative in 2018 after about five years of extensive consultation across the community.

MHV Water chief executive Melanie Brooks says a reducing trend in nitrate-nitrogen concentrations aligns with improvements in farm practices. PHOTO ASHBURTON GUARDIAN

“The plan, that was agreed by Environment Canterbury and the community, recognises the specific challenges we face local-

ly and includes a framework of reductions in nitrate leaching of 45 per cent by 2035. “The first reduction was at

the outset, followed by a further three reductions, with the next reduction being in 2025. “We confirm that we have applied for a renewal of our consent under this framework, which includes a load that is less than our current load, and we are committed to delivering on the plan including continued nitrate reductions to drive improved environmental outcomes. “The proposed consent term is 10 years, and over that term our reductions will be about 39 per cent on our current load. “Our main concern in our catchment is the level of nitrate-nitrogen in our groundwater, and some surface water bodies, and we have been working with our shareholders and the other farmers in the Hekeao/ Hinds plains for many years to drive improvements. “There have been a considerable number of community projects that incorporate on farm improvements with biodiversity and ecological outcomes and it is pleasing to see, on average, a reducing trend in our groundwater and surface water nitrate-nitrogen concentrations. “This reducing trend in nitrate-nitrogen concentrations aligns with the improvements we are seeing in on farm prac-

tices.” Brooks said. Sampling of groundwater was started by MHV Water in 2016. “All of our MHV farmers have been doing Farm Environment Plans and having them independently audited for the last five years. “The independent audits provide confidence and allow us to identify, at scale, risk areas on farm where we can support further improvement,” Brooks said. A hearing for the MHV Water application was held late last year in front of an independent hearing commissioner. MHV Water has since provided its written right of reply and is waiting on the independent hearing commissioner to close the hearing and issue a decision. ECan has also received applications from Barrhill-Chertsey Irrigation (BCI) covering 24,000ha and Ashburton Lyndhurst Irrigation (ALIL) covering 30,000ha. As BCI’s command area straddles two planning zones, it requires two applications. ALIL was heard by an independent commissioner on February 15, but the hearing has yet to be closed. BCI has yet to have a hearing date set down, and so hasn’t been heard.

Hinds MAR expansion plans By Jonathan Leask

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A project that is significantly improving both the quality and quantity of ground water in the Hinds River catchment is planning to take its next steps. The Hekeao/Hinds Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) project is New Zealand’s largest managed groundwater rehabilitation project, delivering ecosystem health and enhanced environmental, cultural, and recreational values. Leading the project is the Hekeao/Hinds Water Enhancement Trust and chair Peter Lowe said the programme is both exciting and necessary if the community is to address water quality issues in groundwater, the Hinds River, and Hinds Drains. The initial MAR pilot site, established in 2016, showed success and as a result, 16 further sites are now in operation. The pilot achieved the required reduction in nitrate concentrations and a raising of ground water levels. As a result of the success, the trust is now taking the next steps to extend the project and develop a catchment wide scheme. To do so there are funding implications for the community and a targeted rate is proposed for the catchment in Environment Canterbury’s draft LTP, currently out for public consultation, to assist with meeting ongoing operational costs. Modelling completed for the

MAR involves the intentional recharge of water to aquifers for environmental benefit. Infiltration basins, which act like big leaky ponds, are filled with high-quality clean water which seeps down and recharges the groundwater with benefits including the natural treatment of water to enhance quality and the replenishing of aquifers. In the case of the Hinds river, clean alpine water from the Rangitata River is delivered to the MAR sites through irrigation races and pipes. The silts carried by the water settle in the forebay before the water is allowed to flow through to the main infiltration basin. From there, the clean water seeps down to recharge the groundwater system.

MAR Business Case suggests that the activity associated with completion of the MAR project will support jobs locally. “Doing nothing is not an option for the catchment. “This really is about our community’s long term future and success and I encourage the community to support the project options. “We already have significant support from many in the com-

munity who realise that this is an essential project to help ensure a positive outcome for future generations,” Lowe said. The Hekeao/Hinds catchment has historically engaged in intensive farming practice without the knowledge we have today Lowe said. “This has degraded the underground and coastal water resource in the catchment, and it is now our responsibility to take

action to address these historical issues. “These actions include improved land use practises, irrigated area constraints and MAR. “This situation isn’t unique to our catchment, but our response is very much leading edge.” Under Plan Change 2 to Canterbury’s Land and Water Regional Plan and the Government’s Essential Freshwater package, the catchment must take action

if they are to continue to farm in the region. “This isn’t just about farming, which is the economic backbone of our community, it’s also about ensuring future generations can swim and fish in rivers and enjoy other recreational benefits,” Lowe said. To help the community understand more about the project and what is proposed in the ECan LTP, two public meetings have been scheduled on March 30 at 10.30am at the Mayfield Memorial Hall and then at 2pm at the Hinds Community Hall.

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Sailing away . . . from some of us By Daryl Holden daryl.h@theguardian.co.nz

ob done. And what a job it was. That was Team New Zealand’s stirring America’s Cup triumph over Italy’s Luna Rossa, the 7-3 victory coming after they won five straight races to confirm their class. Yes, it wasn’t all smooth sailing (no pun intended), with Luna Rossa’s competitive start in the finals’ series, and the way they dealt to Team UK in the Prada Cup challenger face-off, looking threatening to say the least, especially with that Aussie battler we love to hate Jimmy Spithill as their skipper. But in the end Team New Zealand’s superior boat, understanding local conditions, hometown (country) support and a world-class team made for the total package. Oh, and there was just that little thing of having Peter Burling at the helm, too, because Captain Cool would have to be the finest all-round sailor on the planet. Nine world titles, an Olympic gold, Round-the-World yacht racing success and now an America’s Cup triumph suggests he’s something special – and he’s only 30. But for all that, did we really care about the race for the Auld Mug in Mid Canterbury? Is it more of an Auckland event, a rich man’s sport that has no relevance to many in the country, especially in rural New Zealand? And do you share that uneasy feeling seeing squillions of dollars thrown at a yacht race for the international corporate elite when so much post-Covid economic hardship exists elsewhere? Reaction on the Guardian’s Facebook page about the America’s Cup was also mixed. Some loved following sailing’s 170-year-old pinnacle event and New Zealand’s success. But one cheeky post suggested the America’s Cup would be “super entertaining’’ if each boat was loaded with a torpedo. Another bemoaned the technological advances, suggesting one day it would probably be down to a battle of two people sitting in a room with a remote control and with no need for anyone on board. Sort of drones on water. Farfetched? Maybe. But the event has come so far that calling the racing machines yachts just doesn’t seem right anymore. They’re more like Formula 1 cars on water, designed with space-age technology. But cutting-edge development or not, you still need people who can use old fashioned sailing nous to read wind shifts and weather changes. That really is a timeless sailing skill that even the land lovers amongst us could marvel at and appreciate. And luckily for New Zealand, no one did it better around Waitemata Harbour than Peter Burling and his champion crew.

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A triple celebration By Phill Hooper

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proudly watched Team New Zealand retain the America’s Cup on Wednesday afternoon. Timing couldn’t have been better, winning the race on St Paddy’s Day, a double celebration. I heard an Irish Bar owner from Auckland saying when Team NZ crossed the line, his Irish patrons started singing “Olay Olay Olay Olay” and then the Kiwis joined in with them. What an atmosphere it must have been in Auckland that night. I bet there were some sorry sights around the place yesterday. It reminds me of a cricket trip I went on with a minibus full of team-mates to the NZ v England test when Nathan Astle smashed his record breaking 200 at Lancaster Park. Much like the harbour would have been on Wednesday, the atmosphere at the event itself, was electric and then the celebrations afterwards continued in the same vein. That also was a double celebration. The Poms were celebrating a test victory and us Kiwis were celebrating Astle’s brilliant innings. It certainly was a privilege to be at the ground and witness that innings in person and I know it would have been exactly the same for those spectators in the spectator boats. Spine-tingling stuff! I remember thinking to my-

self when I was watching Peter Burling and the lads cross the line, this is one of the great New Zealand sporting moments and it begs the question: Is Team New Zealand our best ever team? The All Blacks are the first side I instantly match them against, but they have only won the

World Cup three times. The NZ Softball team is one that slips under the radar, but they have to be right up there with the best with a record seven world titles under their belt. To be honest though and this will probably upset a few in the local softball fraternity, I don’t think they are on similar stages.

You’d have to say the Silver Ferns are our most successful team, with five World Cup titles and two Commonwealth Games gold medals. As far as sporting ‘moments’ goes it is certainly up there with John Walker’s 1500m gold at Montreal in 1976. Peter Snell’s three gold medals. Brendon

McCullum’s 300 against India at the Basin Reserve in 2014. Richard Hadlee’s nine for 52 against Australia at Brisbane in 1985. Lomu’s four tries v England in the World Cup semi in 95. Kiwi’s victory in the 1983 Melbourne Cup. Bob Charles, Michael Campbell and Lydia Ko’s major victories. Anthony Wilding’s four Wimbledon singles titles in the early 1900s. There are many more featuring the names, McKechnie, Adams (x2), Lovelock, Loader, Bond, Murray, Todd, Ulmer, Rufer, Fergusson and Carrington to name a few. As great as they all are and each reader will have their favourite, for different reasons. All of them sit below our greatest sporting moment, in my opinion. Sitting atop of them all, excuse the pun, is Sir Ed’s wee jaunt up a rather large hill back in 1953. Mountaineering is a sport, isn’t it? As proud as I was of Team New Zealand’s win on the water, I was also proud to hear the Italian MC’s praise for the ‘other’ Team NZ, the five million strong one, and our efforts to keep a certain virus at bay, that allowed such an amazing event to take place at all. Let’s call it a triple celebration. Till next week. Hoo Roo Phill Hooper Sports fan Phill Hooper is the breakfast host of Ashburton’s Hokonui radio station. The views expressed in this column are his and do not reflect the opinion of his employer or the Ashburton Guardian.

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he last year has seen Covid-19, and the subsequent lockdowns, have a significant impact on small business. Running a business is challenging at the best of times, and as small business owners, we don’t always get it ‘right’, despite the best of intentions. While most of us understand the pressures facing small business owners and are supportive, some turn to social media, and in particular Facebook groups, to voice any issues relating to customer service. The damage can be swift and catastrophic, and the criticism difficult to defend. Often, the business owners themselves are completely unaware of such dialogue taking place in these often toxic arenas. It’s easy to blame social media in these situations, but really social media is just a vehicle for how we present ourselves and how we interact with others. It is, in some ways a reflection of society, or perhaps more specifically human nature, as a whole. The difference being, of course, that social media creates a facade. We can hide behind computer screens and keyboards

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– giving us a degree of courage through anonymity that face-toface interactions don’t provide. Before these online platforms were available, complaints made about customer service were made in person to the manager where they could be dealt with between business and complainant – the so-called ‘Karens’ and those who have actual constructive criticism dealt with accordingly. Word of mouth was literally that, confined to water cooler conversations where good businesses experience led to positive recommendations, and bad experiences simply did not. It isn’t that we shouldn’t let a company know if an experience did not meet our expectations: but rather that we complain constructively and in a way that reflects the fact that small businesses are run by actual human beings and deserve to be treated as such.

Studies have shown that these days 42 per cent of complaints to companies are communicated through social media. The primary motivation for such complaints (around 80 per cent) is to ‘name and shame’ businesses, rather than seeking a refund or discount – that is, allowing or wishing the business to make things right in the complainant’s eyes.

A dig on social media is a cowardly way to provide critique and provides a one-sided view of the negative interaction that can unfairly colour a business’ reputation to other current and potential customers. One bad experience can be just that: every one of us has ‘off days’, and while that certainly shouldn’t flow onto customer service, at the end of the day,

Social media creates a facade. We can hide behind computer screens and keyboards – giving us a degree of courage through anonymity that face-to-face interactions don’t provide. Before we complain, we need to consider our intention. Constructive criticism in a suitable space allows businesses the opportunity to improve and grow. It also gives the company a chance to explain and fix the situation.

we are all human. We are never party to what is going on in the lives of those we interact with daily – and that includes those who own and are employed in small business. Facebook community groups appear to be an often toxic

space for such complaints. The administrators of such groups need to take responsibility for keeping that space free of such negativity because the playing field in these dialogues is never a fair one. If an interaction with a business has left any of us underwhelmed, then we need to have the courage and integrity to contact that business directly, rather than hiding behind a keyboard. Claire Inkson is an awardwinning freelance photographer and blogger who is passionate about telling the stories of our people and landscapes through both these mediums. Claire is also passionate about Rural New Zealand: the people, the stories, the history and is dedicated to the positive promotion of New Zealand agriculture. Find her online at www.claireinkson.com The views, opinions, positions or strategies expressed by the author and those providing comments are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, positions or strategies of the Ashburton Guardian Co Ltd or any employee thereof

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Your Next Move 97 Elizabeth Avenue, RAKAIA The house with the picket fence. Have you ever dreamed of owning a home like this? This cute wee cottage is waiting for new owners. To be re-roofed with Colorsteel longrun iron and lounge carpet to be replaced. Separate toilet, combined shower and laundry area. Double garage and a generous size section. Whether it be north or south, Rakaia is central in proximity to many of Canterbury’s sporting and tourist attractions and close to

Christchurch City and International Airport. Rakaia has a primary school and a medical centre and offers a friendly community spirit. Mt Hutt and Rakaia River on your doorstep for the outdoor enthusiasts.

Price $330,000 Web ID RUE2702766 View Saturday, 10am - 10.30am

25 Brucefield Avenue, NETHERBY This light and bright home is on a spacious corner section with good off-street parking plus single garage and car port. The kitchen has a modern island bench which is open plan to the living area. Upgrading includes modern floor-mounted heat pump, modern carpet, mechanical ventilation in bathroom and kitchen. This property provides a great step onto the property ladder. Currently rented for $300

per week. Why rent when you could buy this affordable home. Be quick and enquire for more details, a property of this nature will not be available for long.

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Enjoy the established surrounds of a mature garden with this tidy three bedroom home. This Oamaru Stone home is warm, sunny, north facing living with some double glazed windows. Well designed with the convenience of a separate laundry. A good sized double garage plus a garden shed, a smaller sized section which is well planted whilst relatively easy care. Early possession available. Offers over: $425,000 Web ID AUW2656487

This wee beauty is waiting for new owners offering three double bedrooms, open plan kitchen and living room, heated with a log burner. Separate toilet, bathroom and laundry. Single carport and plenty of offstreet parking, partly fenced. Double hobby room out back, plus outdoor area. Currently tenanted, (periodic).

A truly unique property, situated on a full acre section (4047m2) with three street frontages offering great development potential. The dwelling is a category B listed heritage building of local significance being a former Presbyterian manse. A large land holding of this scale and close proximity to town provides plenty of scope for the astute buyer.

Are you wanting to increase your rental portfolio? I have tenants that would like to stay. Fixed term contract in place. This lovely solid brick home makes the perfect rental. Modern kitchen, open plan kitchen living with indoor and outdoor flow onto a deck and private backyard. Three bedrooms, modern bathroom, log burner, single garage with workshop. Offstreet parking and secure behind gates.

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4000m2 prime section on Murdochs Road. Town water, power and fibre cable to boundary, well. Sheltered block in a popular location offering a great building site close to town. Covenants apply which maintains a realistic standard of improvements.

• 8.0005ha bareland, ideal building site with great mountain views • Massive potential, two road frontages • Fertile Wakanui silt loam soils • 64m x 300mm well • Options to lease unused land available If you want to be close to Lake Hood but on your own, this is for you. Inspection by appointment

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Superb Mountain Views Racecourse Road, ASHBURTON Stunning mountain views in a prime Racecourse Road location. So close to town amenities and just a short walk to Allenton and so convenient that kids can bike to school. Laneway access to the southern boundary provides the ideal entry ensuring any housing development has unimpeded north-facing development potential. These sections benefit from town services including water supply and fibre connections. All sites have been consented for

septic tank, however a variation of consent has now been made to connect to the town sewer. Generous sized lifestyle sections provide plenty of space suitable for the most adventurous builds. General covenants for this subdivision will ensure standards are maintained to protect your investment. Title has been issued for Lot 1 with further titles available June 2021, subject to survey. Enjoy the peacefulness of rural living. Priced from $335,000 Includes fully serviced site.

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Frontrunner Ashburton Established Business This successful sports retail business has grown over 16 years of local ownership. Ashburton’s only specialised sports footwear business which has gone from strength to strength. The business is well located within a thriving bulk retail environment with plenty of on-site car parking. The Frontrunner is a well established national brand providing a national marketing network.

The business provides a wide product range of apparel and equipment beyond footwear, including some brands exclusive to the Frontrunner within the district. The addition of a sports massage service complements the needs for the most competitive of athletes. This offering gives the opportunity for a new owner to take the business to another level. Price On application

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This multi-purpose building is suited to both retail or warehouse activities, located in the Triangle, central Ashburton. The property benefits from two street frontages, is currently rented on a casual basis and provides a blank canvas to the astute investor. A structural upgrade of the building is required by November 22, 2022.

This retail tenancy is situated in a busy retail location opposite from the Ashburton Arcade entry. An ideal size to suit a variety of businesses. The retail area is complemented by an excellent storage room with rear access. The building has been strengthened to >67 per cent NBS which provides for good security of lease term. Enquire today for more information.

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*Lot one, 8.2002 hectares (more or less), bordering residential homes on Farm Road, situated opposite the beautiful Argyle Park. **Lot two, 8.1200 hectares (more or less), this block has two road frontages. Perfect for strategically building your dream home on a lifestyle block, while planning to capitalize future developments. *Record of Title: 79791, 8.2002 hectares - Lot one will be auctioned first. **Record of Title: 44314, 8.1200 hectare - Lot two will be auctioned second.

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In two titles comprising 1,547.615 hectares, properties with this scale and location are rarely available and offer numerous farming options including forestry, hunting, stand-alone or an addon property.

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Equus Park Equus Park is Methven's newest neighbourhood, located on Racecourse Avenue between the racecourse and the northern boundary of the Methven township, with uninterrupted views of Mount Hutt and the Southern Alps. Offering premium land parcels in a highly desirable location, these sections are perfect for first home buyers, families looking for more space, or investors looking to build in a progressive town. Equus Park specifications: • ranging from 985sqm to 2,533sqm subject to survey • section prices start from $195,000 • Titles expected for sections April - May 2021 Located only a short distance from the Methven town centre.

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Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 25 Mar 2021 View by appointment Mike Preston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

World class views in Methven This Oamaru stone home on eight hectares with postcard views across the front lawn to Mount Hutt and the Southern Alps offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms, an office, a large open plan kitchen and living area, formal dining room and a separate lounge. Manicured gardens with established native plantings and extensive lawn areas include a grass tennis court. Enclosed clear span, lockable five bay shed with three phase power offers extra storage space or a business base. Three well-fenced paddocks with central laneway and wooden cattle yards are easily accessible. Properties like these seldom arise, so do not miss this opportunity.

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Methven 607 Blackford Road

High country section

A lifestyle to suit your dreams

This 1950s bungalow consists of three bedrooms, one with ensuite and two with built in wardrobes. The kitchen flows into the living areas and a sunny deck which overlooks the low maintenance grounds.

For Sale offers invited over $799,000 + GST (if any) View by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

Here is a wonderful opportunity to secure this premium, 4,205sqm (more or less) north facing, flat section set amongst the backdrop of Mt Hutt and the Canterbury Plains, that is situated on the private lane The Rowans.

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Methven 1 Camrose Avenue

Methven Barkers Road

Residential dream

This permanent material four bedroom home offers spacious open plan living, modern kitchen, dining with the living area flowing to a sheltered patio. The master consists of walk in wardrobe and an ensuite which is a wet room.

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Maree Firth 027 542 1364 maree.firth@bayleys.co.nz

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Methven 20 Barkers Road

Methven 4 Mackie Street

The perfect holiday rental

Traditional charm with this 150sqm, two storey chalet style, three bedroom home that is ideally positioned for privacy and convenience. Featuring stunning exposed wooden beams and wall panelling.

For Sale offers invited over $399,000 View by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

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Methven 191 Main Street

Sunny villa in idealic setting

Consisting of five spacious double bedrooms with the master including a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite that opens onto the sunny deck. Open plan kitchen, living and dining area featuring an open fire place.

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Methven 68A Spaxton Street

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This property presents multiple options for an investor with two properties on one title. The downstairs property offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms, while upstairs has four bedrooms and one bathroom.

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Camrose Estate - Stages Five & Six Stage seven coming soon. Starting from $150,000. Sections range from 625-1,000sqm. The prestigious 31 hectare Camrose Estate subdivision development is situated right on the edge of Methven township.

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Victorian character and charm 94 Arundel Rangitata Road, Rangitata If you like old style charm with the convenience of modern amenities, this 7.4 ha (subject to survey) property must be viewed. Designed and built to be in keeping with an 1880s Victorian period home, this property is unique in every aspect. Offering four bedrooms and two bathrooms this is an excellent opportunity to own an incredibly special family home. The open plan kitchen is complete with breakfast bar and butler’s pantry, while the living area is an ideal central zone for a family to relax. The separate lounge and formal dining room are perfect for entertaining guests or hosting dinners. Heating is via a Norwegian built Jotul logburner which is on a wet back providing heating during the winter months, as well as an open fire in the lounge area, a heat transfer kit and a heat pump, all making this a very warm home! The master bedroom is complete with a large walk-in wardrobe. Two guest bedrooms are located at the northern end of the home and

share a second bathroom, offering privacy and independence, ideal for guests or family friends. Every detail of this family home has been thought out and crafted by our vendors to keep the style and elegance of yesteryear alive and well, from the swallow tail verandah to the front door lock! The house is set amongst beautifully established gardens, complete with pond, extensive lawns, and olive grove. Having previously operated as a shop, a large shed is complete with a workshop at the rear and is fully lockable while the three-bay enclosed pole shed is currently used as a wood working workshop. The property is fenced with netting and electrics, while stock handling is done via extremely well-built wooden cattle yards. Water is sourced from the property’s own bore. Properties of this calibre are truly something special and rare to find. Viewing is a must to appreciate the charm of this property.

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ustralia’s leading performance car award has been delivered, after one of the closest and most hard-fought on-track and tarmac battles in the event’s 25-year history, with one of the most exciting fields of automotive engineering yet. Over four days at Winton and the roads of Victoria’s high country, PCOTY’s rigorous testing regime evaluated the con-

tenders against measures of performance, dynamics, accessibility, liveability, value and X-factor. The contenders: Audi R8 V10 Performance, Audi RS6 Avant, BMW M550i xDrive, Ford Fiesta ST, Herrod SM17, Mercedes-AMG A45 S, Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro, Porsche Cayman GTS, Porsche 911 Turbo S, Toyota Yaris GR. And the 2021 Performance Car of the Year is the Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro.

“The Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro won because it was the cleverest car on test. Despite being only fifth most powerful of the ten contenders, it was easily the quickest around Winton. It was also the best-riding of all the AMG GT line on road, offers guaranteed exclusivity and is shot through with charisma and presence. The trick adjustable suspension system is next-level,” said Andy Enright, MOTOR Editor.

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“The little Austin Top Hat which is named Primrose because that’s her colour is a delightful little car”, said Christine. She goes on to say: “Primrose is different to drive than my modern car, so I’ve learnt some new skills, like double declutching, but that’s been fun and I love motoring in Primrose whenever I can”. Primrose has a 696cc 4-cylinder motor, three forward gears and reverse. Christine is looking forward to taking Primrose on Vintage Car and other classic motoring outings.

For everyday motoring Christine, who has always been interested in cars, has a very nice Mazda MX5, which she rates as a great car, and very much fun to drive. As for the delightful little Primrose, she has made herself right at home in the family garage with some much larger vehicles and boat, which she happily fits underneath. Amazing what can happen if one goes to an Austin Rally. In Christine’s case it resulted in her getting an absolutely fabulous birthday present. Christine is delighted – and so is Primrose.

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part from reading about the Austin Register Rally and thinking the cars looked interesting, Christine Pooke had no particular reason to go and look at them. But she did – and she’s very glad she did. One particular model almost jumped out at Christine – a Baby Austin Seven Top Hat – a model she was previously unaware of. She was immediately drawn to it, spoke with the owner and he kindly gave her a ride in it. Christine was smitten. To say the least. Local Austin guru Owen Wilson told Christine about the little Austins, mentioning there are not all that many – maybe only 15 Top Hats – in the country. Christine’s husband Kevin encouraged Christine to get a Top Hat, and he helped her look for one. It took a while, although to be fair there may have been a little bit of skulduggery going on, because often when Christine asked Kevin if he’d come up with

anything, he was a bit elusive. Turned out Kevin had, quite incredibly, found a lovely little fully restored 1928 Top Hat for sale in the North Island. Kevin, along with Christine’s dad Les Rushton, hatched a plan, deciding the car would be an ideal birthday gift for Christine. Following lockdown, the seller trailered the car to Wellington, and came across on the ferry with it to Picton. After Christine received her birthday present at the ferry terminal, she and Kevin drove the Austin to Renwick and trailered it home from there.

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These E-Types will be coveted and enjoyed for decades to come

aguar Classic has unveiled its first matched pair of E-type 60 Collection cars, and revealed full specification details for the 12 expertly restored and sympathetically uprated 3.8-litre E-types built to celebrate 60 years of the iconic sports car. The E-type made its world debut in Geneva, Switzerland on 15 March 1961. The public reaction to the lone coupé available for test drives was so strong that Jaguar rushed a second E-type, a roadster, from Coventry to Geneva overnight. Six decades later, the E-type 60 Collection pays tribute to these two legendary cars: the Opalescent Gunmetal Grey coupé 9600

HP, driven ‘flat out’ by Bob Berry to make the launch itself, and the British Racing Green roadster 77 RW, driven by Norman Dewis who was told to ‘drop everything’ to get to Geneva the next day. The E-type 60 Collection cars, which are sold as a pair (one E-type 60 Edition coupé, one E-type 60 Edition roadster) are finished in exclusive Flat Out Grey and Drop Everything Green paint colours respectively. These colour formulations are inspired by the original 1961 colours, and won’t be used on any other Jaguar. The cars also feature a range of unique E-type 60 design elements developed in conjunction

with Julian Thomson, Jaguar Design Director; subtle enhancements for improved usability and driveability including a five-speed manual gearbox and enhanced cooling; plus the Jaguar Classic Infotainment System with built-in satellite navigation and Bluetooth connectivity. The most distinctive visual highlight for each of the specially produced cars is an engraving on the centre console of each car, recalling the drive routes from Coventry to Geneva of those original cars. Each piece of art takes more than 100 hours to create by hand, in consultation with the owner. Dan Pink, Director, Jaguar Classic: “Sixty years after its unveiling at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1961, the talented team at Jaguar Classic are releasing the ultimate birthday present to the E-type: The E-type 60 Collection. The attention to detail demonstrates how this project has been a labour of love for our designers, engineers, craftspeople and partners. “Exquisite detailing, combined with enhanced usability, ensure these E-types will be coveted and enjoyed for decades to come by their discerning owners, starting with a once-in-a-lifetime Coventry to Geneva pilgrimage for our six

customers in Summer 2022.” Restored and refined by the experts at Jaguar Classic in Coventry, the 60 Collection cars combine flawless quality and exceptional engineering knowhow. The most significant mechanical upgrade is a specially-developed five-speed manual gearbox which features synchromesh on all ratios, helical cut gears and a reinforced cast aluminium casing for enhanced reliability and greater durability as well as closer gear ratios and smoother changes. The 265bhp 3.8-litre six-cylinder XK engine benefits from an authentic 1961-style alloy radiator, with electric cooling fan and

electronic ignition for everyday usability, as well as a polished stainless steel exhaust system. A light beech-rimmed steering wheel, as fitted to 1961 cars, features a 24-carat gold horn push. Every car is supplied with a tailor-made E-type 60 car cover, tool roll and jack storage bags to exemplify the attention to detail. In summer 2022, the six customers and their guests will take part in the ultimate E-type pilgrimage; a Coventry-to-Geneva drive experience with their cars to create their own E-type memories, enjoying breath-taking scenery, epic roads – including iconic Alpine passes – exclusive stays and fine cuisine throughout the trip.

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Jordie staying at fullback All Black Jordie Barrett won’t be moved to first five to resolve the mounting injuries woes the Hurricanes have. Jackson Garden-Bachop aggravated an achilles injury against the Crusaders in round two and is in doubt for the game against the Chiefs. Backup first-five Simon Hickey is already out for the season due to a knee injury. Despite their lack of depth in the position, Hurricane’s defensive coach Corey Jane says they won’t move be giving Barrett the number ten jersey. “It wouldn’t be fair on him if we actually put him into first-five, last year he was the best fullback running around and he’s done some good stuff for us already this year,” he said. “To put him there just because we feel like we need to would probably be unfair on him, I like him better at fullback and we’ll just have to make do with the options we’ve got.” Having ruled out Barrett, Jane wouldn’t be drawn into revealing which players were in contention for the position.

Jordie Barrett remains the Hurricanes’ fullback. “We’ve got a couple of young guys coming in they’re our secret weapons, I can’t let that out of the bag at the moment.” It looks likely the Hurricanes will give a young player from their wider training squad a run in the No.10 jersey. Counties-Manakau first-five Orbyn Leger is the

standout option to fill the role as the only player with Super Rugby experience, having had spells with both the Chiefs and the Blues. Nineteen year-olds Ruben Love and Aidan Morgan, both 2019 New Zealand School’s representatives, are two other players who could have an outside chance at filling Garden-Bachop’s boots. The Hurricanes are also hoping to have hookers Asafo Aumua and Dane Coles back in contention for the game against the Chiefs. Aumua was forced to come off against the Crusaders with a shoulder injury but has had a bye week to spend recovering. Jane expects both hookers to be back in time for the clash against the Chiefs. “I think Colesy is just itching at the bit to get out there, he ran really well with us in training last week,” he said, “Asafo is a tough lad too, by the sounds of it everything is sweet with him he’s just a bit sore so ideally he’s back.” The Hurricanes and the Chiefs are yet to win a game in Super Rugby Aoteroa this season, making it a crucial one for both sides.

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Volvik breaks maidens

In brief Golf draws Ashburton Ladies Golf: Saturday March 20, Round 2 Bonnington Cup 8.15 for 8.30 start. Starter Rhonda Gallagher. (Ph 0275313720). Tuesday March 23 Round 2 Longbeach Cup Report 8.30 for 9.00. Starter Bev Turton (021617154). Thursday March 25 – Women & Men: Round 2 J Drummond Trophy. Convenor Muriel Morgan (Ph 0279645380) Tinwald Golf Club: Tinwald Women’s golf draw March 26 - LGU, Gross Cup,Aotearoa Cup Coronation Medal Vets Trophy (70 yrs & over at March 23 9 Holes LGU. Report 8.30 for 9.00 start. Starters J Undy S. Young. Cards J. Bruhns I. Divers. Kitchen M. Oakley. Roster convenor J. Bruhns.

Double for White

By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

It’s taken a long time, but Lyn Prendergast can now relax, because Volvik is a maiden no more. The West Melton horsewoman, who has developed a strong affiliation with the Ashburton course, produced the 20-start five-year-old mare to yesterday’s meeting in tip-top condition, and thanks to a heady ride from one of the best in the business, Lisa Allpress she was able to take her home

a winner after the second race of the day. While showing an aversity to the winner’s circle early in her career, the daughter of Tavistock hasn’t exactly been floundering in her races, with six minor placings next to her name, including a bold second at her previous start at Riccarton Park and that performance alone was enough to see her backed into favouritism by punters. Allpress stalked the speed throughout the 2200 metre event, and when the opportunity came she pressed the accelerator pedal and Volvik found plenty, sweeping to the lead before running away

Ashburton Raceway trainer, Brent White, continued his recent outstanding run of form with another double on Wednesday night at Addington Raceway. White has trained 22 winners for the season thus far, 10 of those have come since the turn of the New Year. Wednesday night’s successes came courtesy of trotter Samantha’s Moon, who broke maiden status with Ricky May in the bike, and then from Hot Starff later on who won for owners Dave and Gaye Luke, with Stephen McNally doing the driving.

to win by two and a quarter lengths. The win also acted as a milestone moment for Prendergast, who brought up the 300th training win of her career. Many of those came in partnership with her late husband, Tony who passed away last year before Lyn took on the training by herself. Prendergast will be hoping to build on another tally on Sunday when she lines up her pacer, One Direction at the Banks Peninsula track. One of a number of dualcode trainers, Prendergast has trained five winners from limited starters since first taking on standardbreds in 2011.

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Little brother got one up on big brother at the Waireka Croquet Club on the weekend. Under perfect skies, players stepped into action for the Waireka Centennial Tournament for a doubles fixture on the picturesque greens of the Ashburton Domain. At the end of a competitive day of play Reece McCorkindale, along with playing partner Heather Santy, emerged victorious ahead of the rest of the field – just beating out McCorkindale’s brother, Logan, who teamed up with Joey Gerard to claim the runner-up prize. For the younger of the McCorkindale siblings, victory was made all the more sweeter with a special prize awarded for making an opening break of 13 hoops – a remarkable achievement for someone only in their second year of playing Association Croquet. Pictured left is Carolyn Fordyce in action at the tournament.

Sibling rivalry

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BOWLS

Bowlers to chase pairs title By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

Mid Canterbury’s champion of champions pairs will be found this weekend, on the Methven bowling green. The event, which was originally due to be held earlier this month, but shifted to this weekend, will see some of the best players in the district square off in the hope of claiming regional glory. In order to qualify for the event, a pairing must have first

won their club pairs title, and from there they are eligible to enter into the Champion of Champions event. Only one entry in this year’s competition will be out to defend their title from last season’s event, the Allenton men’s junior pairing of Wayne Lloyd and Dave McDonnell. Again, numbers are light in some of the junior and colts categories, but the senior competitions look set to be exciting affairs with some strong combinations set to do battle.

Seniors take the courts by storm

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Home green advantage will give Methven’s Rob Fensom and Brent Mayson a leg up in the senior men’s pairs, but they’ll need to be right on the top of their game. Ashburton Bowling Club will be represented in that competition by John Kewish and Brentton Donaldson, who have already shown strong form on the Methven green this season when they finished first and second in the Lowry Cup singles, while Allenton has the strong pairing of Rodney Greaney and Alex Crawford. Sandra Keith and Rachel Davies

from Allenton head the entries in the senior women’s event. The duo were in hot form during the early stages of the Canterbury Pairs last weekend working their way through to the semi-finals. Play in the event begins at the Methven Bowling Club from 9am tomorrow morning. TEAMS Senior Men - Allenton - Rodney Greaney, Alex Crawford. Ashburton - John Kewish, Brentton Donaldson. Hampstead - Reg McGarry, Regan Broker. Hinds Allan Hill, Neil Atkinson. Methven - Rob Fensom, Brent Mayson. MSA - Tony In-

wood, John Moffat. Rakaia - Max Cromie, John Cromie. Junior Men - Allenton - Wayne Lloyd, Dave McDonnell, MSA - Shane Calder, Trevor Pearce Colts - Allenton - Greg Harrison, Lindsay Ford. Hampstead - Steve Gamble, Manu Otene. MSA - Gus Hurrell, Russell Ward. Rakaia - Dave Foskett, Graham Vanderweg. Senior Women - Allenton - Sandra Keith, Rachel Davies. Ashburton - Heather Goodall, Diana King. Hinds - Mavis Wilkins, Heidi Wilkins. Methven - Pat McElwain, Di Callaghan. Rakaia - Judy Moore, Carmel Tyson. Junior Women - Allenton - Donalda Watson, Pam Hastie. Hampstead - Emma Pritchard, Jaimee Carrodus.

Country tennis came to Ashburton last weekend, and the locals turned in a solid performance. The Canterbury Country Seniors Inter Association tournament continued at the Ashburton Trust Tennis Centre with a big day of play on the courts, and the local side squared off with close neighbours, Ellesmere, in their fixture for the day. Playing four games of each men’s, women’s and mixed doubles, Mid Canterbury produced a solid effort, winning nine of the 16 matches to win the overall tie ahead of their Ellesmere rivals. In the mixed doubles, wins came courtesy of Dianna Leonard and Neil McCann, Jane Brosnahan and Lee Gilbert, Sue Letham and Dennis Taylor and Maryn Austin and Brendon Adam. In the ladies action, Mid Canterbury went close to a clean-sweep with three wins from the four matches, with Leonard and Bronsnahan combining for success while Joe Taylor and Letham and Austin and Linda Robinson also picked up valuable victories. All four of the women’s matches went to a tiebreak. The men’s battle was a lot closer, with an even split over the four games. Mid Canterbury picked up wins courtesy of McCann and Gilbert and also Robbie Bennett and Alastair Clemens to secure the victory. Two other fixtures were also played at the centre, with North Canterbury taking on town in one game and Malvern tackling the second Ellesmere team, Ellesmere White. Ellesmere White avenged their team-mates’ loss to Mid Canterbury by winning against Malvern 12-4 and Town prevailed over North Canterbury winning the overall tie 10-6. Pictured is Linda Robinson in action for the Mid Canterbury side.

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ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19): The time to do the thing you want to do is right now, while you still want it, while it’s on your radar and within your reach, while it’s ripe with potential. Grab and go. TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20): You know very well that you don’t have to be deeply in love with what you’re doing to be successful. You’ll dig in and make something happen with no more than a sense of duty and a handful of private reasons. GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21): You think you have an accurate view of someone, but until you can build a case by witnessing actual patterns of behaviour, you just don’t know. Be patient, and collect the data. CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 22): Winning that little contest is a rush, but not as fortifying as the longterm stability you get from showing up your purpose day after day with the intention of doing what needs to be done. LEO (Jul 23-Aug 22): You can use what you are learning in more ways than you currently are. Think of how you might apply your skill in a different but related field, genre or location. Opportunities crop up once you open your mind in this way. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22): You don’t like the feeling of being controlled by others, and you will resist subtle nudges that suggest you are being managed instead of fully experienced in the way you should be. LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 23): You’re on a journey. The timing may get interrupted by setbacks and unexpected stops that cause delays but in no way change the destination. Stick to this road and you can expect to get there – eventually. SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 21): You are attuned to the patterns of others, this can only be considered a gift. From the historical evidence, you can make a most potent and accurate prediction. It’s right there for you if you want to see it. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): It’s a good time to indulge in fantasies about who you are or could be. It should be a stretch; that is the point about fantasising. How boring would it be if even your fantasies had to have strict rules? CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): Boldness comes in many forms, sometimes even in the form of eyes filled with tears. Showing feelings and working through them may represent the very definition of courage. AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): You’re perfectly equipped to handle the task at hand – until you’re not, and at that point, you’ll improvise, showing your clever, resourceful side. PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): At any given moment of the day, you are somewhere between the reality of who you are and your aspiration for yourself. The way you reach is uncomfortable, beautiful and inspiring.

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Friday, March 19, 2021 Ashburton Guardian

Every day

Mt Hutt Memorial Hall 160 Main Street, Methven NZ Alpine and Agriculture Encounter, Art Gallery and Hall of Memories. 10am

Every Tue and Fri

Methven Museum Main Street, Methven Keeping the history of the greater Methven area alive, come for a drive and visit us. New display – the history of six Methven women’s sports clubs are on display. Come and see if your mum, sister-in-law, grandmother or even you are featured in the display. Tee up a day and bowl on in. Donations appreciated. 2pm - 4pm Methven Historical Society Keeping the history of the greater Methven area alive, come for a drive and visit us.

Every Wed

Ashburton open coffee mornings Plunket rooms, 222 Cameron Street If you are new to town or been living here all of your life, come and have a coffee and chat. All welcome! Child-friendly location. Please contact Adi 027 220 8791 or Sue-ann 021 679 348 to register. 10.30am - 12 noon Hip Hop for Seniors Every Wednesday 10am-11am at the Ashburton Senior Centre, 206 Cameron Street, Ashburton. $5.00 Phone 308 6817 Art Addicts Art Addicts (AA) is the Ashburton Art Gallery’s weekly art space for kids. Wrap up your Wednesday school day and head to the gallery to get creative and explore themes in art. A great space for children to learn and interact with each other. Children of all ages welcome. Donations appreciated. 3 - 4.30pm

Little Groovers Every Wednesday during school terms Hakatere Presbyterian parish, 127 Thomson Street, Tinwald. Musical fun for 0-5-year-olds. Gold Coin donation. Call 03 308-5272 for more information. 10-10.30

Second Fri of every month

In Colour, art and craft club In Colour is the Ashburton Art Gallery’s monthly programme for unleashing your creativity. Bring along your art and craft projects to share with others over morning tea once a month. 10.30am - 12 noon

Every Sat

Ashburton Farmers’ Market Local grown fresh food and produce, hot drinks. North End of West Street car park. Bulbs of Hope (daffodils and tulips) are being sold at the market as a fundraiser for the Cancer Society. 9am – 12.30pm The Ashburton Toy Library

March 20

Methven A&P Show The Methven A&P Show offers a wide range of activities to keep the whole family entertained. From livestock competitions, agricultural demonstrations and displays, amusements, sideshows and a range stalls selling everything from Tractors to Candyfloss.

U3A Ashburton For Life Long Learning Next meeting with Dr Andy Buchanan 10am at Ashburton Trust Event Centre Members free; casual entry $10 per person

March 24 South Island Agricultural Field Days Farmers and others in the rural sector have the opportunity to see the latest in agricultural machinery and services that are available on the market at the Field Days in Kirwee from March 24-26.

Celtica A New Era Of Irish Heritage From the producers of the smash hit show Celtic Illusion, comes the most exhilarating dance production, Celtica, a high octane modern Irish Dance show will storm the stages of New Zealand on its National tour in 2021. Staring an elite troupe of dancers, including stars of Riverdance and Celtic Illusion, Celtica is the stage event not to be missed at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre.

March 27 Longest Lunch A Fundraiser for Hospice at the Ashburton Clocktower, Baring Square, Ashburton. Cuisine from Ashburton’s top restaurants and cafes. Book tickets @ www.longlunch.co.nz. Master Hypnotist Brian Gee Watching Master Hypnotist Brian Gee perform his hilarious show is brilliant entertainment for all ages at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre at 7.30pm. A fundraiser for Ashburton Aviation Museum. Tickets: $25. St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fete Food, fun and fabulous stalls – enjoy a great morning out at the St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Fete. Free admission. 9am – 12 midday, at the Sinclair Centre, Park Street, Ashburton.

Messiah The Mid Canterbury Choir presents Messiah in the week prior to Easter – the traditional time messiah was always sung. Sixty singers, a combination of the Mid Canterbury Choir and extra singers from across Canterbury will perform messiah at St Stephen’s Church at 2pm.

March 29

METHVEN A&P SHOW

Methven Showgrounds, March 20, 2021

Quake roadshow A public meeting to discuss the Alpine Fault and its projected impact on South Island communities in a magnitude eight earthquake is coming to Methven on March 29. At the free AF8 Roadshow information will be shared on what scientific investigations have discovered about the fault and what hazards a large earthquake would likely have for communities close by. it will be held at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall at 7pm.

April 6 Ashburton Airport Poppy Flight Throughout April a poppy will be flown around the country collecting community knitted poppies to be added to the poppy, as a nationwide fundraiser. The poppy will be on display at the Ashburton Aviation Museum on the 6th from 1pm - 3pm. Then It will be on display at Rangitata Island. It is a fundraiser for the RSA, Starship hospital and warbirds trust.

April 10 Laugh Fest The Ashburton Trust Event Centre is bringing to you four of NZ’s best comedians for an evening of laughter. This stellar line-up includes the incredibly talented and well-known Michele A’Court, Ben Hurley, David Correos and our very own Bec Sandys. This will be an unmissable night of pure comedy at its best. Adult $37 / Group 6 plus $33 (fees apply)

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NEW Methven Ute Muster & Wheels and Motors auctions Young Farmer of the Year Aorangi Regional Finals Gift Lamb Auction Live Music Dog Trials

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Last Sun of every month

Nor’Westers Muso’s Club Feeneys Lounge, Devon Tavern, Ashburton Monthly open mic afternoon. All the gear set up, just bring your talent, all welcome, any style of music. 2pm - 6pm

Gift Calf Auction Side Shows Produce Sheep & Wool Horse & Pony Events Clydesdales Sheep Colourig-in Competition Market Sites Sheep Shearing Wine & Food

Gate charge: Adults $15 | School children free | Free parking ATM available on-site.

NZ String Quartet, Four Suits & A Soprano New Zealand’s most accomplished performers, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa protégé Ipu Laga’aia, tenor Chris McRae, musical theatre stars Sophie Morris and Rutene Spooner, and music legend Laughton Kora join forces with The New Zealand String Quartet at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre from 7.30pm.

May 16 Ashburton Nurses’ Reunion. Open to all nurses or nursing assistance who have worked at Ashburton Hospital. Commencing with a service in the Hospital Chapel at 11am. Lunch at the Hotel Ashburton at 12.30. Enquiries to Marilyn, phone 308-2311 or Carolyn at tismecarolyn@gmail. com

May 21 It’s Only Rock n Roll Baby Variety Theatre Ashburton are proud to bring you this year’s show, It’s Only Rock “N” Roll Baby!, at the Ashburton Event Centre from May 21-29. This year’s show features some new and exciting singers and dancers alongside familiar faces, with songs like Love Shack, I put a spell on you, To Feel like a woman and This is me you will be dancing in the aisles.

July 5 Ashburton Society of Arts Opening Night of Annual Exhibition This year’s event will be the 57th annual show and it will run until July 30.

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Ashburton Aviation Museum Ashburton Airport A great selection of many aircraft from the past to the future. 1pm - 3pm

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Fabric and Craft Bazaar Held at the Sinclair Centre, Park Street Ashburton from 9am – 4pm. Inquiries to Helen 308 6088 or Annette 308 1546

March 21

March 23

106 Victoria Street, the Triangle. Open for toy exchange. 9.30am - 12.30pm Ashburton Aviation Museum Ashburton Airport A great selection of many aircraft, from the past to the future. 10am - 3pm

Mind, Body and Soul Expo Tarot Readings, massage, guidance from above, Crystals, incense, gifts, greenstone and more. Come along to browse and see what catches you eye. Treasures to be found, and guidance to be given. Raffles to be had, take a chance and see what happens. Entry is a gold coin donation at the Tinwald War Memorial Hall from 9:30am – 4pm.

MSA Orchestra MSA orchestra old time and sequence dance from 7:30 pm till 11 pm At the MSA.

The Plains Railway Complex Will be Open - 11am to 4pm. Vintage Railcar Rides operating, visit the Ashburton Fire Museum, Lynn Woodworking Museum, miniature train rides with Ashburton Steam & Model Engineers, view the Ashburton Woodworkers workshop - inflatable fun for the kids with The Popup Playground, and Coffee, cold drinks, hot food & snacks available from Loren’s Trailer. Tinwald Domain, 62 Maronan Road, Tinwald, Ashburton – view our Facebook page for further insight.

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ASHBURTON Society of Arts Summer Show Starts: Short St Studio Sunday February 21 11am to 4pm. Continuing until Sunday, March 21. Guest – Timaru artist Anna Hawkins and a good selection from local members this weekend 11am to 4pm Open other days when the signs are out or by appointment ph 308 4533.

GARAGE SALES GLASS house and fencing timber, computer screens, mechanics tools, vacuum cleaners, office stationery, household nic nacs. 8am-12pm. Sunday 21, March. Racecourse Road, between Allen’s and Belt Roads. Sign Out.

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WEILY, Peter Morris – On March 15, 2021. Peacefully at Christchurch Hospital. Aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of Jenefer. Much loved father and father-in-law of Stephen and Therle, Maree and Bill den Baars, and Lynley and Neil Pluck. Loving grandad of Mark and Simone (Brisbane), Vanessa and Tim, Tonya and Svend, Anita and Robbie, Vicki, and Lauren. Great Grandad of Joshua, Samuel, Isobelle, Harry, Ole, Paddy, and Darcy. Messages to the Weily Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Peter will be held at All Saints Anglican Church, Chapman Street Methven TODAY, March 19, commencing at 1.30pm followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

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MOTORING 1979 MGB in above average condition. Goes well. Please phone 302 8541. WHEEL alignments at great prices. Maximise the life of your tyres with an alignment from Neumanns Tyre Services Ltd, 197 Wills Street. Phone 308 6737.

PLANTS, PRODUCE SMITHFIELD Flowers, 211 Smithfield Road. $5 bunches of chrysanthemums for sale. Many colours and varieties. Beautiful long-lasting flowers

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Daily Diary FRIDAY, MARCH 19 6am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Circuit training in the hall. 48 Allens Road, Allenton. 10am-4pm NZ ALPINE AND AGRICULTURE ENCOUNTER AND THE ART GALLERY.

SATURDAY, MARCH 20

7.30am RUN AND WALK ASHBURTON Meet outside Frontrunner, Moore Street, runners and walkers, all fitness levels welcome. Coffee and chat at Columbus cafe afterwards. 9am-12pm ASHBURTON CRAFT MARKET.

Open for viewing. Mt Hutt Memorial Hall. 160 Main Street, Methven. 10.30am ASHBURTON COMMUNITY WALKING GROUP. Walking for about 30-40 minutes on Friday’s and Mondays. Meet Walnut Avenue hockey pavilion.

12pm-2pm ASHBURTON JUSTICE OF THE PEACE. JP available for all signing services on Tuesdays and Fridays. No appointment necessary. No fee. Community House. 44 Cass Street. 1pm-3pm ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM.

Static displays, collection of aircraft and memorabilia on display. Ashburton Airport, Seafield Road. 1.30pm ASHBURTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. Monthly meeting with speaker Wendy Millichamp from Lilyfields, Mt Somers. Domain Pavilion, Walnut Avenue.

Stallholders will have lovely gifts, plants, woodwork and more. West Street Car Park. 9am-12.30pm ASHBURTON FARMERS MARKET. Stall holders will have locally grown fresh produce. North end of West Street Car Park. 9am-3pm ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM.

Static displays with collections of up to 30 aircraft and memorabilia. Ashburton Airport. Seafield Road. 10am-12pm ASHBURTON VINTAGE CAR CLUB. Museum and parts shed open. 86 Maronan Road. Tinwald. 10am-4pm NZ ALPINE AND AGRICULTURE ENCOUNTER AND THE ART GALLERY.

Open for viewing. Mt Hutt Memorial Hall. 160 Main Street Methven. 1.15pm RUN AND WALK ASHBURTON. 3km run or walk. Estimate your finish time, no watches to be worn during the event. Register at 1.15pm at Argyle Park. Middle Road. Start 1.30pm, afternoon tea hosted at 1 Reflection Place, please bring a plate.

Ashburton Weather

Friday: Fine. Light winds, but afternoon easterlies.

Midnight Friday

Canterbury Plains

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Friday: Cloudy at times south of Ashburton, otherwise fine. Light winds, but afternoon easterlies. Saturday: Morning cloud, and possible drizzle south of Ashburton, then fine apart from some evening cloud. Light winds, but afternoon easterlies. Sunday: Often cloudy. Southerly breezes.

A high over the South Island is directing a southeasterly flow over the North Island. The high dominates New Zealand’s weather throughout the forecast period, with southeast to southwest winds, dying out from Monday. A low to the northeast of the North Island does bring some wet weather to eastern areas this weekend.

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Saturday

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Friday: Fine apart from areas of morning and evening cloud or fog. Wind at 1000m: Light. Wind at 2000m: Light. Freezing level: Above 3000m. Saturday: Morning cloud, then fine. Wind at 1000m: Light. Wind at 2000m: Light. Freezing level: Above 3000m.

Readings to 4pm Thursday

Ashburton Airport Temp °C Maximum 18.4 Minimum 10.3 Grass min 9.2 24hr Rain mm 0.0 39.4 Month to date N 26 Wind km/h 3:58pm Strongest gust Sun hrs on Wed 9.3 112.2 Month to date

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Sunday: Mostly cloudy, one or two showers. Light winds.

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21 7 20 9 19 9 19 7 18 9 17 8 20 7 16 6 18 7 SUN PROTECTION ALERT 19 7 16 8 17 8 18 8 17 9 16 10 PROTECTION REQUIRED : 30 10 : 45 am – 4 pm 18 10 17 9 16 9 Wear a hat and sunglasses For the very latest weather information, including Weather Warnings, visit metservice.com © Copyright Meteorological Service of New Zealand Limited 2021 Compiled by Christchurch Darfield Lake Coleridge Methven Rakaia Timaru

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Ashburton Guardian Friday, March 19, 2021

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FRIDAY SPORT

Seniors on the court P31

Sweet 600 By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

For Rakaia horseman, Gerard O’Reilly, the biggest thrill in racing these days is watching someone else salute the judge. And as odd as that sounds, when you take into account the person whom he gets the most thrill out of seeing win is his daughter Sarah, it actually makes perfect sense. But while headlines over more recent times have all been about the success of his 21-year-old daughter, O’Reilly made his own on Wednesday night when he drove the 600th winner of his career at Addington Raceway – fittingly on St Patrick’s Day.

And while it’s a notable milestone and a moment that not many drivers get to experience, O’Reilly approached it in his usual laid-back manner. “It is satisfying to get to that mark, but these days I get the most joy out of watching her,” the 56-year-old said in the wake of his milestone moment. “She is doing so well, and we are very proud of her.” A member of one of harness racing’s most notable families over the decades, Gerard has forged an impressive path in his

career with a strike-rate training establishment from his home base just south of Rakaia, and an impressive line-up of stables wanting to use his driving services each and every week.

drive to scoot up the markers and claim success. There was no salute as he hit the winning post either, but just that trademark cheeky grin as he returned to scale. And while it’s exciting that Sarah, as the next generation of the harness racing family, is starting to break her way into the game – there’s still a lot ahead for Dad yet too. “I’ll go for a while longer yet,” he said. O’Reilly’s 600th winner comes close to 39 years after his first, which was Yellow Ribbon at the Akaroa Trotting Club meeting in 1982 for his father, Patrick O’Reilly senior.

It is satisfying to get to that mark, but these days I get the most joy out of watching her He notched up the impressive milestone on the Kevin Townley-trained pacer Immer Besser in the second race on Wednesday night with a typically patient

Since then there’s been plenty of highlights including two Group Ones on Tiger Tara before he was sold to Australia and a number of other black type races. As a trainer there’s plenty ahead too. With nine winners on the board for this season from a limited number of starters, he’s a chance to reach and perhaps even surpass his best ever tally of 14 in a season, and in doing so add to the 175 career training wins he’s enjoyed. It’s a tally that could become even closer tonight, again at Addington Raceway. O’Reilly will line up the very smart Ifyousayso at the meeting as the four-year-old shoots for his fourth consecutive victory.