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The return of Ashburton’s lockdown teddies That’s what we want to do. It’s time for the return of Ashburton’s pandemic lockdown teddies. In a funfilled way to commemorate the first anniversary of the Level 4 national Covid-19 lockdown, the Guardian is running a teddy bear photo competition. Just send in your best photo of you with your teddy bear or soft toy, which you may have had on display in your window during the neighbourhood lockdown bear hunt a year ago. Entries go to: goodies@theguardian.co.nz See story, page 6

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Mayor shares concerns around Three Water timeline By Adam Burns adam.b@theguardian.co.nz

Concerns around the roll out of the Government’s water reforms have been shared by the Ashburton District Mayor. An accelerated period of council consideration and public consultation on the Three Water project earmarked for the second half of the year has caused uneasiness among the wider regjon’s community leaders. Councillors and Mayor Neil Brown attended a Three Water project workshop earlier this week, where discussions on the proposals took place. A reported 180 people from councils and iwi throughout the mainland were also in attendance at Tuesday’s workshop. The reforms centre around the

relinquishment of drinking water infrastructure and assets over to three regional entities, who would regulate water standards on behalf of a number of councils. Brown told the Guardian that there was apprehension around the timeline of the proposals following the Government-led workshop on Tuesday. “One of the concerns is the time that it’s going to go out for public consultation,” he said. “They feel it’s being rushed.” An announcement by the Government on the reform proposals was earmarked for June, with a period between August and September likely to be committed to view gathering of members of the public. Local councils would then have till about October or November to make a decision as to wheth-

er they will opt in or out of the scheme. He added that there were some key details still outstanding on the reforms. “We left the meeting not knowing a lot more than when we got there,” he said. When asked if the Ashburton district would be comfortable with the amount of time given to public consultation, the mayor said it was difficult to adjudge until detail on the reforms were unveiled. “They’ve got a timeline they’re on,” he said. “The amount of work going on behind the scenes is huge and it’s not getting completed, as I understand to a satisfactory level for people to use to make decisions on.”

Right – Ashburton District Mayor Neil Brown.

Boom time for district’s home building By Sue Newman sue.n@theguardian.co.nz

Building activity in the Ashburton District is at an all-time high, with a long wait list among would be home builders for a build start date. Since the start of this year Ashburton District Council building services manager Michael Wong and his team have been swamped by building consent applications and the deluge shows no sign of slowing. “There’s building going on everywhere. We’re 50 houses ahead of where we were this time last year and we’re averaging two applications for new homes a day compared to last year when it was 12 a month,” he said. And that flood of applications meant staff were struggling to issue consents within the required 20 working days, and he is looking for additional staff to cope with the workload.

Building activity was not just limited to one area of the district, it was across all areas of Ashburton and rural villages, Wong said. Even with consents issued, there were construction delays as some supply chains were still compromised from the Covid-19 slow down. And that meant there were now some construction companies that were not taking on any new building commitments until July next year, he said. Ashburton’s housing stocks will be boosted over the next three years through a commitment by Kainga Ora (ex Housing New Zealand) to build 43 new homes in the district. Thirteen of those are intended to be built this year. To ensure the district continued to offer a range of opportunities for housing developments the council is undertaking an assessment of building trends to identify needs into the future.

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Local skepticism over plans By Adam Burns adam.b@theguardian.co.nz

Proposed changes to the highway corridor through Tinwald have been met with reluctance by neighbouring residents. Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) hosted a drop-in session at Tinwald School earlier this week, with dozens passing through during the first hour. It is part of a reported $34 million being pumped into upgrades to rural spots which also includes projects at Walnut Avenue and West Melton. The agency welcomed residents to offer ideas and comment on the proposals at Tuesday’s gathering. In an earlier media release, NZTA regional relationships director Jim Harland said access from Lagmhor Road and Graham Street was problematic at peak times. “We want to address these problems around safe access to the Tinwald business area, the primary school, medical facilities and the Tinwald Domain for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians,” he said. The proposed changes include the addition of traffic signals at the intersection of State Highway 1, Lagmhor Road and Agnes Street, two-way cycle route markings on Melcombe Street, and a right turning bay from the highway on to Graham Street. But there were grumbles among some onlookers during Tuesday’s session, including a belief that the plans neglected, rather than improved, the safety of school children. A woman, who preferred not to be named, believed the plans had not been thought out as far as “younger people”. “I really feel they should have lights for the children to cross the main road,” she said. A safe route for Tinwald pupils was outlined between Agnes and Thompson streets in NZTA’s proposal. Discussions occasionally turned heated with NZTA staff as residents digested the plans. Others at the drop-in session believed the plans, which were also intended to help reduce delays and commute times, did not consider the flow of heavy vehicles along Lagmhor Road. The plans copped further flak

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In brief Compost fire Firefighters were called to the scene of a compost heap fire in Ashburton earlier this week. A small plume of smoke was spotted at the back of a property on McNally Street on Wednesday. One appliance responded around 8.40am that morning. A Fire and Emergency spokesman said the property owners were extinguishing the blaze with their own water tanks. Crews had departed by 8.55am.

Man hospitalised A man suffered burns to a hand as a result of a fire at an Ashburton property on Tuesday. Two Ashburton appliances responded around 10pm following reports of a pot on fire at a property on Wellington Street. The blaze was extinguished upon arrival of FENZ crews with an injured man in the care of ambulance staff. St John spokesman Gerard Campell said the patient was transported to Ashburton Hospital with moderate injuries.

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PROPOSED CHANGES The proposed changes include: ■■ Traffic signals at the SH1/Lagmhor Road/Agnes Street intersection, to make it easier for vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists to cross or turn onto the highway. ■■ Encouraging traffic away from Graham Street and instead to use McMurdo St and the traffic signals at Agnes St for turning right onto the highway ■■ Changes to Melcombe Street including two-way cycle route markings (encouraging a quieter route than the highway) and intersection changes at SH1 ■■ A right turn bay from SH1 onto Graham Street. from commenters on a community Facebook page, particularly around the restricted access into Melcombe Street from State Highway 1. The project is part of the agency’s NZ Upgrade Programme (NZUP) totalling $6.8 billion. Feedback on the NZTA’s plans close on April 16.

There was keen interest in Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency’s proposed plans for the Tinwald area. PHOTO ADAM BURNS Below – The proposed plan.

The Ashburton Licensing Trust (ALT) has deferred making any grants in March until the following month. The committee that administers the funding, comprising the Ashburton Licensing Trust and Lion Foundation, received substantially more applications for funding from local organisations for its March round. Chairperson, Roger Paterson, said the committee was faced with giving a small amount to every applicant or funding only three requests. Instead, it’s deferred all applications until April to allow the pool of funds to grow. “By delaying for a month, we will try to build our funding support to assist as many applications as possible,” he said. “All existing applications will remain live with people notified by the end of April.” The ALT is reviewing its 2021 timetable to consider future funding rounds.

Dog control Barking dogs continue to be the number one complaint issue for the council’s dog control contractor, with 15 letters of complaints sent to dog owners in January. The number of complaints logged was higher, however, but unless a specific address is given when a complaint is made the dog’s location is not always possible to identify.

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Baring Square church on track for October opening

Storing the past for the future

By Malcolm Hopwood

The fence that surrounds Baring Square Methodist Church is as close as Brian and Rothery Reesby can get. However the restoration and improvements to the church are scheduled for completion by October and the congregation is already planning a service to celebrate them moving back in. Brian is Parish Steward and is looking forward to returning to Baring Square after more than 10 years. “It’s been the spiritual home of Methodism for nearly 100 years and, for many older members, it’s their roots,” he says. “To return to worship in a place they love will be very special. It’s a beautiful church and has strong aesthetic appeal.” Brian and Rothery are pleased with the progress McIntosh Construction has made and are counting down the days to when the $3 million plus work is finished. He confirms the structural reinforcement is done, the internal improvements are near completion and a new development, which includes kitchen, toilets, study and minister’s vestry, is currently being built. Brian has been working closely with project manager Hayley Groves and architect, John Rushton. Baring Square church suffered structural damage following the Christchurch earthquake and, despite a service being held the following Sunday, it closed on advice from the Methodist Synod in Christchurch. “We realised the church only met about 20 percent of the building code so, until restoration could take place, we moved into the church hall and then to Paterson’s Funeral Chapel,” Brian comments. It was during their wanderlust period that informal, then formal talks, took place with the Ashburton District Council. “We knew ADC was looking to redevelop on a new location, so we sold them the church hall and car park and used the bulk of the funding to start the restoration,” Brian says. “Further money came from the Methodist Synod and the insurance payout.” However besides returning the congregation to its original site, Brian had another reason for the expenditure. “Baring Square, because of its fine acous-

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Parish Steward, Brian Reesby and his wife, Rothery, regularly inspect progress on the Baring Square church restoration. PHOTO MALCOLM HOPWOOD tics, was a community venue and we want to make it available to Ashburton people again,” he says. “It was regularly used for recitals, art and craft exhibitions and a range of performances. We intend it to be a community asset once more.” So much of the church’s memorabilia is in storage and Brian and Rothery will be delighted when pianos, lecterns, furnishings, Bibles and other religious publications can be unpacked.

“The first communion chalice and plate for bread and wine, that dates back to 1874, is being kept at Ashburton Museum and will be returned to the church at the time of opening,” Brian says. His only worry is the organ. It was used at the service following the earthquake but has been silent ever since. He is hoping that when the work is completed the first sound that will resonate around the walls is an organ voluntary. It will be a swell time.

The Ashburton Museum is home to hundreds of collections of items that tell the story of the Ashburton District’s past. Currently staff are working with a large quantity of material relating to Tinwald and this is being assessed for inclusion in the permanent collection archives. Acting museum manager Maryann Cowan told councillors at this week’s Ashburton District Council activity briefing that the Tinwald material had been stored in a shed for many years and was put in quarantine before being cleaned and the items prepared for accession by the museum. The museum received regular donations of material for its collection but not all of this was accepted, Cowan said. “We look at everything we’re given and it has to have local significance to be accepted. We do a complete documentation of everything that comes in and ask people what they want to happen to it if we reject it.” Rejected material was generally given back to the donor, to another institution or in some cases it was destroyed. “But we always notify people ahead of time about what will happen,” she said. Deputy mayor Liz McMillan suggested there was a valuable New Zealand ski archive stored in Methven and said it was possibly the only on of its kind in the country. That meant decisions needed to be made over its future storage, she said. Discussions are underway with Methven Historical groups on options.

Ashburton’s own Irish dancer returns to town By Malcolm Hopwood

Canterbury-born Irish dancing star, Kelly Reid, is set to wow his hometown audience tonight during the Ashburton stop of Celtica: A New Era of Irish Heritage. At five years old, Kelly Reid discovered his passion for dancing and has since enjoyed a career that includes taking out four national titles and a place in the top 10 at the World Championships in 2009. Reid hung up his dancing shoes to focus on university studies at the

University of Otago, but his love for dance and the Celtic spirit has called him back to the stage as he tours New Zealand. Returning to his hometown of Ashburton, Reid shares the stage with a troupe of talented Kiwi dancers and musicians. Under the direction of choreographer and lead performer, Anthony Street, the troupe’s dance abilities are centre stage in this all-new production. Prepare to witness the fastest taps you’ve ever seen on stage, complete with all the glitz and glamour you’d expect on the Las Vegas trip, the

show claims. Reid is thrilled to be returning to the stage in Ashburton, and ready to wow the town alongside world class homegrown talent in showcasing their contemporary take on traditional Irish dance. Celtica is a unique opportunity not only for audiences, but performers too. With our borders closed to international productions, the production team’s determination to champion Kiwi talent not only provides top class entertainment for audiences, but meaningful employment opportunities for Kiwi cast and crew members as well.

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In brief EA Networks Centre Business is booming at the EA Networks Centre with learn to swim numbers now topping 950 enrolments. The current numbers are an increase of 175 over the previous term. The pool inflatable has now been donated to the Methven pool and will be replaced by a number of smaller inflatable pool equipment.

Library partnership Staff numbers at the Ashburton Library have been boosted through the New Zealand libraries partnership programme. One of those appointments is a digital access co-ordinator and this will allow the library to undertake an education programme to help cheque users make the transition to online banking.

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Katie Favel and her dog Reicher, who frequent the Ashburton Dog Park.

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Dog owner’s simple request: Close the gate By Maddison Gourlay maddison.g@theguardian.co.nz

An Ashburton dog park regular was left feeling frustrated and upset after a verbal altercation with the facility’s council cleaner. The dog park on William Street is an Ashburton District Council-owned and operated enclosed exercise area for dogs. Katie Favel usually loves her time at the park with her much-loved rottweiler pooch, Reicher, but that all changed on Saturday when she got verbally abused by a council employee, who was cleaning the

facility. The council cleaner drove into the enclosed space and didn’t close the gate behind him, driving fast through to the other side, according to Favel. She approached the worker while he was in the vehicle and politely spoke to him. “I asked him nicely to close the gates he had opened. And he started getting quite angry towards me,’’ Favel said. “He wasn’t going to go back and close the gate, so I asked him if my dog ran off and escaped from the park if he would pay the pound fee. He started to get really verbally aggressive.” Favel felt annoyed that the council

worker didn’t take what she said seriously. As the incident was unfolding, Favel called the Ashburton District Council to lay a complaint, giving the council the number plate of the council vehicle. Ashburton District Council community services group manager Steve Fabish confirmed they had received a complaint from a member of the public. “The issue has been addressed with the employee in question,” he said, without going into further detail. Favel believed that because the worker was rude and had sped through the park, he should have been given a formal warning.

Is your cup half full? By Sue Newman

Domain aviary The birds that have called the Ashburton Domain aviary home for many years have now been rehomed ahead of the demolition of the building. The council is calling for expressions of interest in buying and removing the building from the domain to clear the site for further work as part of the Ashburton Domain Development plan.

Skate jam The Ashburton Youth Council will host a skate jam at the Ashburton Skate Park on May 9. This will coincide with national Youth Week. The event has received $500 sponsorship from the Ashburton Trust.

Playgrounds An audit of playgrounds around the Ashburton District indicated several needed significant work to meet safety standards, particularly those in rural reserves and around the district’s memorial halls. Discussions have been held with reserve boards on the work that is required. Money has been included in the council’s longterm plan to fund some of the upgrades required.

Street party The end of 2021 could be marked with a party that is likely to go down as one of the biggest staged in Ashburton’s town centre. It might be nine months away, but discussions are under way for a double whammy celebration that will combine the now well established Night of Lights event with a party to mark the completion of Ashburton’s town centre redevelopment.

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ow much pain you’re prepared to tolerate along a journey to better things depends on whether you’re a cup half full or half empty kind of person. Take Ashburton’s town centre redevelopment. Yes, right now it’s a mess – trucks, diggers, dirt, dust and blocked footpaths at every turn. Finding a park is difficult, navigating the footpaths, or what’s left of them, high risk and accessing shops only an exercise for those with an urgent need. For some, that disruption, now many months long, is proving too much. They’ve had enough, they’re out of patience and they want someone to blame. Unfortunately the people wearing that blame are the contract team. Those guys get up every day and go to work knowing they’ll be copping flak and abuse from fed-up retailers, crabby shoppers and anyone who just wants to have a go. And that’s not on. Imagine how the work crews feel when they start each day knowing they’re likely to have plenty of abuse hurled their way. And yes, sometimes they might earn a snappy remark when they’ve chipped a pedestrian or motorist for walking or driving where they shouldn’t. But what’s the option? Let the wayward motorist who chooses to ignore a closed

It may have come as a surprise to some property owners to to receive notification that they had a tree in their back yard that had been given protected status. Information on all protected trees is held at the Ashburton District Council and the information is noted on the property’s LIM. Trees make it onto the list for historical, scientific or landmark values and there are clear rules around their removal or work that may be carried out on or around each tree.

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street sign continue on their way and end up stranded on a pile of rubble? Let pedestrians wander at will through a broken street and through the path of diggers? Both would be a swift path to a major clash with the health and safety gremlins. Town centre users, get over yourselves. You can’t have a free-for-all in a construction zone. Yes, it’s all a bit of a pain in the proverbial at the moment, but take a break, think about what we’re getting here. Ashburton’s town centre was in a dire state. It told a story of a town that had all but given up on life. It was a place you visited on a needs must basis, not for pleasure. Love ’em or hate ’em, the council

decided we needed something better. They came up with a plan, gave it to the community for comment, called tenders and got on with the job. That’s called being part of a progressive district. If anyone has a right to gripe, it’s the retailers. For them the disruption is having a major impact on their bottom line, but they’ll be winners at the end of the day when the last paver is laid, the diggers disappear and the town reopens for business. Anger and aggression won’t make the work go any faster. It does no one any good so why not try a little kindness? Smile at a contractor instead of growling and you’ll feel a whole lot better and who knows, it might make their day.

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Tribute paid to Mid Canty heritage in maiden speech By Jonathan Leask jonathan.l@theguardian.co.nz

She may be the Selwyn MP, but Nicola Grigg paid homage to her Mid Canterbury roots and ancestry in her maiden speech in Parliament on Tuesday. The daughter of six generations of Griggs who have farmed in Mid Canterbury since 1864, she paid special tribute to her trailblazing great-grandmother – and National’s first female MP – Mary Grigg. “Mary was elected to the Mid Canterbury seat held by her husband, my great-grandfather Arthur, after he was killed in action in Libya in 1941,” she said. “Almost 80 years ago this newly-widowed mother of three stood in this chamber hammering the Fraser government on some of the very issues that have led me here – farming, rural communities and women. “ She was formidable. “I can only imagine what she

Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg makes her maiden speech in Parliament on Tuesday. would have made of her eldest ter parliament. great-grandchild standing here “I promise I will try to bring today – the 157th woman to en- the same energy to my work in

this House as she did.” Grigg was a press secretary to Sir Bill English when he was finance minister in the John Keyled National government then went to work for New Zealand Trade and Enterprise. She was then selected to replace the retiring Selwyn MP Amy Adams for last year’s election and won the seat by a comfortable margin. In her speech she said entered parliament “wanting to represent and improve outcomes for rural New Zealand – and particularly rural women and families”. “It is my hope that one day New Zealanders will once again appreciate and, in fact, be proud of our farmers – and the contribution we make to an innovative, thriving, sustainable economy and environment. “That is my ‘why’,” Grigg said. Rangitata MP Jo Luxton, who won the seat for Labour last year, gave her maiden speech back in 2017.

Cometh the hour, cometh the teddy

SH77 closure There will be overnight closures on State Highway 77 for works on the Selwyn River Bridge. Motorists are advised to plan ahead for four overnight closures on SH77 Selwyn River Bridge, from 10pm to 6am each night to allow contractors to complete repairs under and on the bridge, starting from March 28 to March 31. Each night the bridge will reopen every hour to allow any queued traffic through. In the likelihood of bad weather, these works will be postponed for the next fine day.

Suspicious fire A second “suspicious” fire in a matter of days in the district is being investigated. Fire and Emergency (FENZ) fielded numerous calls of a scrub fire on East Street from 3.42pm Tuesday. Crews arrived at the scene of the five by 10 metre blaze by 4pm and had departed by 4.25pm. A FENZ spokesman said police were subsequently notified with the blaze being treated as suspicious. It follows a suspected arson at Longbeach Farm Estate in Eiffelton on Sunday.

Teddy Time – win a prize The challenge: We want Ashburton District folk to commemorate the first anniversary of the Level 4 lockdown by sending us a photo of you and your teddy placed back in your window or on display at work or somewhere around the district. What we need: The name of your teddy, or soft toy, and the full name of the person holding it and their age if it is a child with the toy. Will there be a prize for the best photo? Yes, there certainly will be. We will announce that prize soon. How to send photos? Send all photos to us by email at: goodies@theguardian. co.nz Entries close: Friday, April 9.

By Malcolm Hopwood

here have all the teddies gone? Twelve months ago, they started to appear at Ashburton windows and around the country. New Zealand had been thrown into isolation and roads, with few exceptions, were bare. You could walk, leap or hip-hop down the centre of your street and feel completely safe. Often the surface was less bumpy than the footpath. There weren’t cracks and tree roots to fall over. But despite that, there was a sense of desolation and even despair as we felt helpless in the face of a pandemic taking hold around the world. In addition, our jobs were at risk, we were isolated from family members and the social fabric of our lives had changed from midnight, March 25. Then an idea arose from somewhere in the world, probably London. A contributor on Facebook, inspired by the children’s book, We’re Going On A Bear Hunt, suggested a global teddy bear search. Within hours it was adopted in New Zealand. Even the deathly PC jargon of calling them social-distanced teddies couldn’t stop the idea. Cometh the hour, cometh the teddy. Suddenly bears of all sorts, colours, sizes, ages and genders festooned the windows. There was the occasional Kermit to keep them company. While the idea was to entertain children, people of all ages started looking for them. They photographed them from the footpath, counted them street by street, which helped their mathematics and debated among themselves which was

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Charlotte Fahey 3, and Big Bear, 4. the best. Bears that remained in the attic for generations were dusted off, repaired, clothed and positioned all over the house, section, fence and balcony. Against the howling of children’s voices, family dogs ran around the property with Bruno in its mouth until they were rescued, de-slobbered and placed out of reach. In an age of social media, family groups were photographed with teddy and every

other soft toy in the house and sent to grandparents, aunts, uncles and relatives stranded overseas. It was a snapshot of life 12 months ago and a lasting memory. Cartoonists around the world took delight in the bear bonanza as teddies were thrust in the arms of the Queen, Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and Lady Gaga. Teddy at the window also meant people were safe. If it wasn’t there, neighbours rang or

called to see if you were alright. They lifted the spirit of people, the community, family bubbles, even the Prime Minister, who endorsed the idea and creased the corner of Dr Bloomfield’s mouth. It was a positive in the face of pandemic that saw people suffering and dying at home and abroad. Teddies stayed in favour as restrictions were lifted and we gradually came out of exile. Then they disappeared or dis-abbeared. We started to

return to normal and sadly there was no place for cuddlies on the couch or Kermit in the corner. The community spirit that uplifted us faded when teddy fell off the pedestal in the porch. As we commemorate the first anniversary of Level 4, let’s bring teddy back and put him or her in the front window or on the counter at work or in the classroom, the office boardroom or the monument in the centre of town. It’s a fitting way to remember a tumultuous event. But, more than that, you’ll be amazed at the difference teddy will make.

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Bringing back the bears By Daryl Holden daryl.h@theguardian.co.nz

ockdown. Social distancing. Pandemic panic. All words and memories from the Level 4 national Covid-19 lockdown that took place a year ago yesterday and which threw our world into a spin. For many, that four-week period and subsequent fallout, fear and hardship is not something we want to remember or go through ever again. And for very good reasons. And that’s why we haven’t focused on the pain associated with that one-year lockdown anniversary in today’s Guardian. Instead, we’ve taken a slightly unusual approach by remembering one thing that made us all smile and connect with neighbours and our communities like few things have. That was the bear hunt. Not the ferocious ones, of course, but stuffed animals peering out from neighbours' windows. In Ashburton, as in other towns and cities up and down New Zealand, and right across the planet, the collective scavenger hunt captivated stir-crazy children under coronavirus lockdowns. With schools closed and millions ordered to stay at home, a rare walk around your neighbourhood streets was often the only fresh air families got. And the bear hunt made it more fun. And it was fun. The bears and toys hung from trees, sat in windows and on letterboxes in almost every street. They were all shapes and sizes. Spotting them lightened the mood. So that’s why the Guardian wants to try and bring a smile to everyone’s face by bringing back the bears. It’s why we’re asking you to take a photo of yourself with your teddy bear or soft toy and send it into us to share with everyone. It’s a community competition and our way to remember the national lockdown in a positive fashion. So, let’s get snapping everyone. Get your camera or phone out and capture that Kodak moment with your special soft toy. Then send your photos in and we’ll pick a winner. And, yes, we will come up with a prize, which we’ll announce soon. Relax, though, it won’t be another teddy bear. Most New Zealanders seemed to have at least one of those. We saw that a year ago during our lockdown bear hunt with a very special difference.

YOUR VIEW Ashburton District Plan consultation Ashburton District Council Chief Executive, Hamish Riach responds to the letter to the editor ‘Ashburton District Plan consultation’ (Ashburton Guardian, March 24, 2021). The council’s draft Long-Term Plan (LTP) 2021-31 is now out for consultation until April 19 and has been available on our website ItsOurPlace.nz as of 1pm on Friday, March 19, the day consultation opened. Public meetings have been

under way around the district since Monday, March 21 where the consultation document is also available for people to obtain a physical copy. We’re pleased with the turnout at these meetings and encourage residents to come along and ask questions and find more clarity about what is being proposed. In regards to the assumptions Mr Hawkes refers to, I can provide some insight into those. Population growth and heavy vehicle use data referenced in the draft plan are based on independent advice that council uses to help guide the deci-

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sion-making process. It’s important to have these independent indicators so that we can model decisions on the most accurate information and forecasts available at the time. The LTP is a high-order plan that focuses on the work to be done in the years ahead, rather than on individual budgets for employee or consultant costs. But, for the record, employee costs in the first year of the LTP are in the order of $17.6 million and for consultants, $0.7 million. Together these represent 28 per cent of the council’s operating budget and this is broadly con-

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sistent across the 10 year plan. With regards to infrastructure, council calculates the estimated value and life of these assets and for large items such as water, wastewater, and stormwater systems these calculations are peer reviewed by an external consultancy firm. Depreciation schedules in the plan simply reflect these valuations and expected life of the assets. The draft LTP is available at ItsOurPlace.nz. Residents are encouraged to make a submission by April 19. Hamish Riach

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Friday, March 26, 2021 Ashburton Guardian

OPINION 9

From left: The Hoverbrella, the IDangle and the Sip N Curl. Just three of the ‘inventions’ to come from the wacky mind of Netflix regular Matt Benedetto.

My last column?

am constantly thinking, mulling away in the search of the next amazing invention. I think it’s probably motivated by my laziness and the thought of never getting out of the scratcher at 4am again, because my amazing invention has made me rich. I really thought I was onto something with the mouse flavoured cat food, but I’m still waiting for the ‘backer’ to materialise. When I’m mega rich due to my amazing invention, I’ll probably just do the cat food, because I can. I’m after (he says talking to himself ) an invention like this one. A Toronto man may have come up with the solution to “porch pirates” stealing packages from front doors. Eric Martin has invented a piece of patio furniture that also works as a safe for parcel deliveries. He says the “Boxr bench” is a multifunctional bench with secure storage, which helps homeowners to receive deliv-

By Phill Hooper

OFF THE AIR

eries without compromising street appeal. When an online shopper places an order, they give the company an access code, which the courier uses to open the safe and leave the parcel. It’s a great idea, as long as it’s not pinched when it’s first dropped off. I’m really hoping ‘Porch Pirates’ is not a thing in New Zealand, but I fear it probably is. What I’m not after (once again talking to myself ) is ideas like this one. Wouldn’t it be nice if your dog could text you to let you know when he has to go out? Now, he (or she) can, with the BarkingMat! Place the BarkingMat by the door, and as soon as your pooch steps on it, you’ll receive a text notification. Yup,

it’s just like your dog is texting you from the other room, letting you know that he has some business to take care of. And if you don’t make it to the door in time, the $70 BarkingMat doubles as a pee pad, just in case.

The Sip N Curl. A set of detachable dumbbells for your favourite can of beer so you can always be getting in the gains, even when getting blasted. The iDangle. This is the perfect invention if you love lying in bed binging on Netflix but

I really thought I was onto something with the mouse flavoured cat food, but I’m still waiting for the ‘backer’ to materialise. That’s not going to fly, is it? If your pooch is anything like ours, the scratching on the door is a big enough clue that he wants out. And he goes in and out enough in an evening to annoy me without receiving a text each time, thanks very much. If that does sell, then there’s hope for these.

don’t want the hassle of actually holding your phone. Using NASA-grade suction cups and heavy-duty paracord, the iDangle keeps your phone in the perfect viewing angle, right in your eye-line. The Hoverbrella. The drone with attached umbrella is designed to allow users to “Enjoy a rainy day without the hassle of

having to carry an umbrella. Go hands-free and stay completely dry as it follows you around wherever you need to go!” These and many more ideas are from Matt Benedetto, the man behind the Instagram account ‘Unnecessary Inventions’ that’s dedicated to creating weird and wonderful gadgets that no one really needs. The account is dedicated to “Solving the world’s problems that don’t exist” which is a pretty fair summary of the sort of content you can expect. I think I’ve found my new mentor! Until next week, unless I stumble across my Amazing Invention. Hoo Roo Phill Hooper Thinker 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.

Protecting the team with Covid-19 vaccines O

ver the past year, we’ve pulled together as a country to keep each other safe and keep Covid-19 under control. We’ve all put in the hard yards over the past 12 months, and our collective effort has saved countless lives and protected thousands of jobs and businesses. Thanks to this hard work, we’re in a much better position than many other countries. Our schools, swimming pools and cafes are back in business, we’re able to attend concerts, sports games, and A&P shows (how amazing were the Mayfield and Methven shows recently!). It was especially great to have the Methven show back on this year) and our economy is doing better than experts predicted. Now, we’re moving into the next phase of our plan: protecting New Zealand with free, safe vaccines. This will ensure we can

By Jo Luxton

LABOUR MP

keep moving forward with our economic recovery, while we continue to keep people safe. The good news is we have secured enough Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for everyone in the country, and we have a balanced plan to make sure everyone can get their vaccine at the right time. Our plan, which is already under way, ensures the people who are most at risk of catching the virus and those who are at higher risk of getting seriously sick are protected first. Our first line of defence against Covid – the people who are most at risk are coming into contact with the virus in New

Zealand – are our border and quarantine workers. That’s why they’re first in line to receive the vaccine, along with people they live with. The vast majority of our border workforce has now been vaccinated. The next group in line for the vaccine are our frontline health workers, along with people living in high-risk settings. If there were to be a community outbreak, these groups would be at higher risk of catching the virus, so it’s important they’re protected. We’ve already started with frontline health workers, and will move to people living in high-risk settings in the coming weeks. People aged 65 and older, those with underlying health conditions like diabetes and cancer, and people with disabilities are more likely to get seriously ill if they get the virus. That’s why, with our plan,

we’re making sure these people also have the opportunity to get vaccinated early. This group will begin receiving vaccinations in May. Thanks to our targeted roll-out plan, more than two million people can expect to get vaccinated over the next four months. We’ll then begin to roll-out the vaccine more widely to the rest of New Zealand, beginning in July. Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect you and your family, so I’d really encourage you to get the vaccine when it’s your turn. You can find out more about the vaccine and our targeted roll-out plan at covid19.govt.nz This will be the largest immunisation programme in our history, and it’s exciting that it’s now under way. However, the vaccine is only one part of our plan to protect New Zealanders.

To keep everyone safe, we all need to keep on doing our bit: washing our hands, staying home if we’re sick and scanning in with the Covid Tracer app. So, Rangitata keep up the good work, and together, we can continue to keep Covid at bay. My Ashburton office is now open, we are located at 75 Harrison Street – you might have noticed the signage is up. Office hours are Tuesday – Thursday, 9am – 2pm. We are open by appointment Monday and Friday. Please don’t hesitate to call 03339-1030 for assistance. Jo Luxton is a Labour MP. 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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Property March 26, 2021

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Peaceful Retreat 23 Lookout Road, Peel Forest Proudly marketed by Bayleys

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Peaceful Retreat 23 Lookout Road, Peel Forest If you are looking for a quintessential bach with modern conveniences and that classic kiwi style that you know and love, then this quaint property must be viewed. A true Kiwi bach in every respect, this two bedroom property with double sleep out has been fully renovated with work just completed, and is now ready to be enjoyed by its new owners. The open plan kitchen and living areas are perfect for the family to enjoy after a day of exploring the multitude of walking tracks nearby. The sunny entrance way looks over a stream flowing through the property and is an ideal place for a morning coffee while listening to the native birds play and sing in the surrounding bush. The two bedrooms inside are tastefully

designed and are complete with builtin wardrobes while the sleep-out is accessed via the north facing deck. Heated via a logburner, the property has also been fully double glazed, making this a warm, comfortable home away from home. The north and south facing decks are perfect for making the most of the sunshine and spending time entertaining friends and family. 23 Lookout Road is being offered to the market fully furnished, meaning you can start enjoying this property straight away, or rent it out to holiday makers enjoying the local tourism. All the hard work’s been done on this quaint Kiwi bach – time to pack the suitcase, grab the keys and make it yours.

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To be sold by auction, 11am, Friday, April 30, 2021

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Accelerating Success Vendor’s Interests Are Elsewhere! For Sale: Deadline Sale closing 2pm, Thursday 22 April 2021 (unless sold prior) 19 Gills Road, Hinds, Canterbury Walk-in lifestyle handily located to Ashburton, with an immaculate three bedroom home set amongst expansive grounds and productive Mid Canterbury farm land. Fully spray irrigated, productive soils and a full complement of exceptional farming infrastructure. Our Vendors offer a unique opportunity to enter the lifestyle or small farm market, there is no better time to act as our vendors are motivated to secure another property in the coming weeks.

Boundary lines indicative only 19.5741 hectares

Three bedroom home

Spray Irrigated (MHVW)

Viewing by appointment only colliers.co.nz/67014269

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Elgin 104 Milton Road South Auction (will not be sold prior) 11am, Fri 30 Apr 2021 View Sat 10.30-11.15am or 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

First class bare land opportunity Acting on behalf of and with instructions from the Ashburton District Council, we are pleased to offer to the market 4.04 hectares of highly sought after bare land located on Milton Road South. Only minutes from Ashburton's town centre, opportunities to purchase a land holding like this are extremely rare. Offering views to Mount Hutt and the Southern Alps, this is the perfect place to build your dream family home. Key features: • • • • Boundary lines are indicative only

4 hectares in Rural A zoning Close to all amenities Quiet, rural setting Excellent location to build

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Allenton Farm Road Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 8 Apr 2021 3 Deans Avenue, Chch View by appointment Mick Hydes 027 437 9696 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz Ben Turner 027 530 1400 ben.turner@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Strategic landholding These two titles, zoned residential "D", will be auctioned separately, one after the other. *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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Wainui 800 Wainui Main Road Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 15 Apr 2021 3 Deans Avenue, Chch Phone for viewing times Ben Turner 027 530 1400 ben.turner@bayleys.co.nz Evan Marshall 027 221 0910 evan.marshall@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Banks Peninsula beauty Grab a slice of paradise on Banks Peninsula with this picturesque 6.4408 hectare property in a spectacular location. Blessed with gently rolling hills, a stream, and a panoramic view out to the Akaroa heads, it’s difficult to imagine a more impressive outlook. The potential for land zoning changes will make this an attractive prospect for those looking to land bank for the future. Alternatively, for those wanting to lap up the lifestyle in a rural setting, imagine the possibilities to gain council consent and build your dream home in this stunning spot. Situated just 300 metres from the boat ramp and surrounded by opportunities for tramping, fishing, cycling and much more.

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Mayfield Panthers Rock

Methven Racecourse Avenue

Number one spot Sale includes land and building plus stock at valuation. Superior country pub operating as a cafe', bar and restaurant. Located on the north eastern side of the Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road in Mayfield.

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Equus Park Asking Price $550,000 View by appointment Mick Hydes 027 437 9696 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

• Premium land parcels in desirable location • Sections range from 985sqm to 2,533sqm subject to survey • Prices start from $195,000 • Titles expected April - May 2021

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Price by Negotiation 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 REAA 2008

Hampstead 14 Eton Street

Windwhistle Lot 12 The Rowans, Terrace Downs

Everlasting charm

Pairing everlasting charm with undeniable potential, this visually attractive 150sqm villa presents buyers with exceptional opportunities. Three bedrooms, open plan living heated by heat pump and log fire.

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 2pm, Wed 14 Apr 2021 View Sat 1-1.30pm & Wed 6.30-7pm Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

bayleys.co.nz/5514737

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Methven 1 Camrose Avenue

High country section 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.

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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Camrose Estate Stage seven has now been released. Starting from $145,000. Sections range from 625sqm - 1,000sqm. The prestigious 31 hectare Camrose Estate subdivision development is situated right on the edge of Methven township.

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Methven 81 Barkers Road

Methven 68A Spaxton Street

Style and sophistication

Style and sophistication are on display at every turn in this welcoming 174sqm home. With spacious open plan living comprising of kitchen, dining and lounge area with great outdoor flow for your family.

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 2pm, Thu 15 Apr 2021 View Sat 11-11.30am & Wed 5-5.30pm Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

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Methven 191 Main Street

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Olé Wallis 021 0273 7307 Fee Ensor 021 705 014 Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387 WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

Alpine style home

This fantastic alpine style home offers two double bedrooms and one bathroom. With open plan living, dining and kitchen which flows to your outdoor space. Set on a private easy care section with off street parking.

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

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Alford Forest Alford Forest Settlement Road

Investors - act now!

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.

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387 rosa.dekker@bayleys.co.nz

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Methven Barkers Road

Residential dream

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For Sale offers invited over $299,000 View by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

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A unique opportunity Defined by potential, this sprawling 15 hectare (subject to final survey) plot represents an enthralling development opportunity in a favoured setting of Alford Forest, just 15 minutes from the town of Methven.

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A Little Gem

23 Beach Road, Hampstead, Ashburton Robustly constructed and superbly positioned, this tidy red brick bungalow is a must see. The home consists of two double bedrooms, open plan living with timber floor. Freshly decorated, the bathroom

is extremely tidy and the kitchen overlooks the amazing yard. The property is heated by way of a heat pump which offers all year comfort, the windows are double glazed and it is insulated in the ceiling and underfloor. You will find the double garage down

Offers over $325,000

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the drive with loads of off-street parking and there is a separate hobby room. Mature plantings and lots of room for the kids to have adventures and the pets to run around. Don’t delay - view today.

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Allens Road subdivision Allenton • Construction on this new subdivision is about to start • They will all be three bedroom homes with ensuites • Homes built for easy living • Terrific country view

23 Beach Road, Hampstead

• 2 bedrooms • Open plan living • Double garage • Freshly decorated bathroom

Offers over $325,0000 Debbie Boon 027 448 4006

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144 Railway Terrace Rakaia

• On the west side of Rakaia • 2024sqm over two separate titles • Residential zoned • Kitchen, bar, men’s and women’s toilets and plenty of parking.

$315,000 + GST (if any)

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• Four double bedrooms • Bathroom plus ensuite • Two special living areas • Log burner

• Open plan living • Two bedrooms • Modernised bathroom • Separate rumpus room

55 Ludlow Drive Huntingdon

Enquiries over $455,000

Deadline Sale

Price: $1.2M

Helena Ratten 027 457 7998

Debbie Boon 027 448 4006

116 Rolleston Street Rakaia

Offers over $295,000

Debbie Boon 027 448 4006

1 Kelburn Place, Tinwald

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55 Rhodes Street Hinds

44 Grey Street Ashburton

• 3 bedrooms • Open plan living • New floor covering • Freshly decorated throughout

Mark Williams 027 442 2281

Roberta Counsell 027 228 7843

41 Brucefield Avenue Netherby

• Lovely sunny corner section • Four bedrooms with ensuite • Open plan kitchen, dining, living • Good sized media room or second lounge!

• New modernised kitchen • Large extension to lounge and master bedroom • 3 bedrooms • Separate laundry

Price $711,000

Enquiries over $325,000

Mark Williams 027 442 2281

• Three living areas • Three bathrooms • Five bedrooms • Approx. 80sqm garaging/ canal-side

Acton Road, Lot 1 & 8 Rakaia • Lot 1 $250,000 • Lot 8 $250,000 • Section sizes from 2.2ha

Roberta Counsell 027 228 7843

Very Rare Opportunity 84 Winslow Westerfield Road Two houses, two hectares, too good to be true? Lots to be ‘wowed’ by. A neat setting on 2.0770ha and just minutes from town. The two homes are both built to catch the all-day sun with the three bedroom home being double glazed. All bathrooms have been updated with underfloor heating. Great views from the living

areas out towards the mountains with good indoor/ outdoor flow. Great garaging with four bays, three with automatic doors and numerous hay implement sheds. Fruit trees, olive grove, run some stock or just want the feel of open space, you can choose.

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Deadline Sale: Closing 4pm on Wednesday, April 7

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Home for Hospice – Fundraiser How to make a donation

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Offering support for those with a life-limiting illness Currently supporting 67 clients and their families in Mid Canterbury

Help us make 70 Havelock Street our forever home

Internet banking: to Hospice Mid Canterbury Trust 06-0837-0319291-01 (Email belinda@hospicemc.nz, or phone 307 8387 to advise us of your donation for receipting and acknowledgement purposes.) Or In person: Drop your donation in to us at the hospice, 70 Havelock Street (formerly Sealy St Medical Centre.)

Huntingdon 11 Halston Close

Winslow 84 Winslow Westerfield Road

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Hampstead 30 Cambridge Street

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Methven 6A Camrose Avenue

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Lake Hood lifestyle

Very rare opportunity

Golden opportunity

Elegant family living

An immaculately presented stylish and functional home, located in the majestic spot of Lake Hood. This home offers many facets of lifestyle living, from the moment you walk into the entrance through to the open plan living area centred at the heart of the home whilst an adjoining formal lounge provides a place to relax. A large open plan kitchen, dining/living space complete with a scullery.

2 houses, 2 hectares, 2 good to be true? Lots to be 'wowed' by. A neat setting on 2.0770ha and just minutes from town. The 2 homes are both built to catch the all day sun with the 3 bedroom home being double glazed. All bathrooms have been updated with underfloor heating. Great views from the living areas out towards the maintains with good indoor outdoor flow.

Don't miss this opportunity to purchase this home and make it your own! • Three bedroom Summerhill Stone home • Separate lounge with heat pump • Double garage • Close to school and shops • Insulated • Easy care section

Architecturally designed in 2019 this 'as new' home is an immaculately presented family residence; situated in Camrose - Methven's premium subdivision on a large 1180 sqm rear section. With multiple indoor and outdoor areas this high spec property has been designed for both family living and entertaining purposes that will appeal to all tastes and requirements.

For Sale Buyers $660,000+ View Sat 27 Mar 10.00 - 10.30am Web pb.co.nz/AU82234

Deadline Sale closes 4.00pm Wed 7 Apr 2021 View Sat 27 Mar 10.00 - 10.45am Web pb.co.nz/AL85296

Auction 10.00am Sat 17 Apr 2021 View Sat 27 Mar 10.00 - 10.30am Web pb.co.nz/AU83508

For Sale Buyers $785,000+ View Sat 27 Mar 10.00 - 10.30am Web pb.co.nz/AU83252

Tinwald 3 Roxburgh Place

Methven 25 Lampard Street Open Home

Ashburton 89 Aitken Street

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Allenton 22 Cavendish Street Open Home

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Pretty as a picture

Just what you're waiting for

Brand new and waiting to be loved. A well designed home of four bedrooms with one of these in a position to be an office for those that work from home. Entry off an exposed aggregate driveway leads into a spacious area which features an internal kitchen with a generous hidden scullery, a large dining/family space and a lounge area that opens to the outside for even more entertaining space.

This 1950's brick bungalow is situated on a generous 1012m2 section; an older style home with a practical floor plan and well-proportioned living and bedroom spaces will allow new owners to refresh and personalise with simple upgrades.

Don't miss your opportunity to own this appealing character home. Located within the avenues it is an easy walk to shops and supermarket. Inside this cosy three bedroom home is spacious light filled living with original timber features and kitchen adjoining. Three double bedrooms and modernised bathroom with shower/shub, vanity and toilet. A second toilet is off the large laundry.

Located in a popular street in the heart of Allenton, this three bedroom, two bathroom home has so much to offer. The heart of the home is the lovely modern kitchen, which leads to the spacious sunny dining and living areas. The extra large master bedroom has an ensuite and walk in robe, and lovely French doors that open on to a private patio area.

For Sale Buyers $670,000+ View Sat 27 Mar 10.00 - 10.30am Web pb.co.nz/AU82761

Tender closes 4.00pm Fri 9 Apr 2021 View Sat 27 Mar 11.00 - 11.45am Web pb.co.nz/AU83344

For Sale Buyers $389,000+ View Sat 27 Mar 11.00 - 11.30am Web pb.co.nz/AU83440

For Sale Buyers $415,000+ View Sat 27 Mar 10.30 - 11.00am Web pb.co.nz/AU84790

Allenton 53 Harrison Street

Ashburton 100 Beach Road East Open Home

Tinwald 18 Manchester Street

Ashburton 198 East Street

New Listing

Top Allenton location

Superb, spacious, unique

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Be in quick to purchase this attractive Billy Thomas designed home close to the Allenton shopping centre which has undergone a massive transformation including new PVC double glazed windows throughout. This three bedroom, two living area home has many options. If entertainment is your inclination, both inside and out provide beautiful options.

This exclusive 2 storied Oamaru Stone homestead is situated on 4.7ha of farmland and established gardens conveniently close (3km) to Ashburton town centre. You'll love this well maintained home situated on sheltered park like grounds with mature trees and shrubs. Spacious open plan living flows seamlessly to extensive outdoor living in sheltered private plantings.

This easy care property could be your home. Spacious bedroom with single storage, open plan kitchen / lounge with floor heat pump, good kitchen storage, updated bathroom and separate laundry. Enjoy the easy care 500m2 section with its raised veggie gardens, glasshouse and garden shed for extra storage plus updated single garage.

Long standing and popular cafe in convenient centre of town location. Recently refurbished kitchen and shop interior making an attractive setting. The current owners have grown the catering side of the business in recent years with basket runs and takeaway meals. Good location - good opportunity.

For Sale Buyers $572,000+ View Sat 27 Mar 11.45 - 12.15pm Web pb.co.nz/AU84935

Tender closes 4.00pm Thu 8 Apr 2021 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AU83930

For Sale By Negotiation View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AU82542

For Sale $190,000 + GST View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AC82973

Greenstreet 353 Methven Highway

Hinds 661 Coldstream Road

Final Notice

Perfect lifestyle and location

Strathmore - 48.72ha

Located 3 kms from Ashburton and perfectly positioned for enjoying country living and the benefit of being only minutes from all town services. Featuring a 1970's Summerhill Stone- 154 sqm home set in mature grounds with 1.436 hectares ideal for a work from home business or a great opportunity for buyers seeking the good life.

• Irrigated dairy support • Mayfield Hinds Valetta Irrigation Scheme - shares included, low cost water, reliability dam storage, 3 year old gun and hose • Good paddock subdivision with central lane access allows efficient irrigation return and stock movement • Lismore soil, suitable for all livestock / arable options • Farm environment plan

Deadline Sale closes 4.00pm Mon 29 Mar 2021 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AL83223

Tender closes 3.00pm Thu 8 Apr 2021 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AR82576

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bathroom and a good size laundry. Sliding doors onto a private deck. Plenty of off-street parking and easy care section.

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Nest Or Invest 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.

Enquiries over $265,000 Web ID AUE2706234 View Saturday, 10.15am - 10.45am

17 Brucefield Avenue, NETHERBY Fabulous location, walking distance to local shops, schools and Ashburton Domain and the Ashburton showgrounds. 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.

There is also a double hobby room out back, plus an outdoor area to relax in. Ideal if you are looking for an opportunity to do a makeover on a property or increase your rental portfolio. Currently tenanted, (periodic).

Offers over $250,000

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Superb Mountain Views

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

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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Grahams Road, Huntingdon, Ashburton

52 Murdochs Road NEWLAND

177 Burnett Street, ASHBURTON

• 8.0005ha bareland, ideal building site with great mountain views • Excellent location with massive potential, two road frontages • Fertile Wakanui silt loam soils • 64 metre deep 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.

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.

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.

Price: $265,000 incl GST

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Offers Over $499,000 incl GST

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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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SOLD

Retail And Warehouse

Tranquil Retreat

105 Victoria Street, ASHBURTON

21 Pages Road, ALLENTON

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.

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.

Deadline sale (plus GST if any) Closing 4pm March 26, 2021 (unless sold prior) Web ID ACS2721180

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133 Company Road, Newland, Ashburton

Located on a fantastic 2.4ha block (with subdivision potential) just minutes from town this property is the perfect lifestyle. Beautifully positioned for allday sun and private living. Four generous bedrooms and ample storage throughout. Renovated kitchen and bathroom, north-west facing

living with an expansive deck wrapping around the home. Standalone double garage with huge workshop. Set out into five smaller paddocks and one large paddock. Four-bay implement shed, two stables, tack room, stock yards and the list goes on. Call me now!

Approx Floor Area 180sqm

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Motoring March 26, 2021

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he new Golf R outperforms all previous Golf R models, boasting 235 kW / 320 PS and a torque of 420 newton metres. To make sure that the power is brought to the road as effectively as possible, Volkswagen’s engineers have developed a new 4MOTION all-wheel drive system with torque vectoring on the rear axle. It forms the basis for the improved vehicle handling of the Golf R, which is setting the standard in its vehicle class. The Golf R has traditionally been the most powerful model of the bestselling car. Featuring all-wheel drive and the most exclusive design and equipment, this highly dynamic car always represents the gold standard of technology within its class – the Golf class. And it’s no different this time around: the Golf R is the first Volkswagen to be launched with a new all-wheel drive system: 4MOTION with R-Performance Torque Vectoring. This system, intelligently networked via the vehicle dynamics settings, enables a new dimension of sportiness. The Golf R can also be ordered with an optional R Performance

Package, which increases the top speed to 270 km/h in this case. The R Performance Package also includes a larger, prominent rear spoiler for extra downforce on the rear axle, 19-inch wheels in the Estoril design and two additional driving profiles, Special (Nürburgring mode) and Drift. The driving profile selection can be rapidly accessed by lightly pressing the R button on the steering wheel. Away from public roads, Drift mode opens up a whole new level of driving dynamics and further exploits the potential of torque vectoring by provoking oversteer instead of neutral vehicle handling: the maximum possible torque in this mode is available on the wheel located on the outside of the bend. The ESC in Drift mode is set to Sport as standard, meaning that the Golf R’s control electronics kick in at a very late stage. However, real drifts are also possible: the ESC just needs to be switched to OFF. In both modes of the R Performance Package, an accelerator pedal characteristic has been sensitively crafted in order to create an unfiltered sense of performance. This high degree of control is

an advantage when it comes to perfect drifts on snow and ice, or on asphalt. In both Special and Drift mode, the gearbox calibration of the 420 Nm drive has been optimised in order to keep the rpm consistently high. In automatic mode, the dual clutch gearbox (DSG) thus switches up as late as possible and down as early as possible, which aids power development. For the first time since the introduction of the DSG, the gearbox will stay in manual mode in both modes if the driver has selected this. Unintentionally slipping back into automatic mode is now a thing of the past. This is something that pros like Benjamin Leuchter have been waiting for a long time. As a brand ambassador and a test and development driver at Volkswagen, Leuchter has had significant input into the development and fine-tuning of the Golf R. “My verdict is clear: the Golf R is the stand-out model in the product line! “With the new all-wheel drive, which distributes the power perfectly across the wheels, and the two new driving modes, the Golf R offers a hugely fun driving experience.”

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With their unique and sophisticated blacked-out style, these special editions add even more attitude to the ultimate high-performance muscle roadster. The new special edition Rocket 3 lineup comes in two stunning and sophisticated colour schemes. The Rocket 3 R Black takes on a dark and aggressive style with a distinctive matt and gloss all-black paint scheme, with black tank badges and new ‘black’ branding. Alternatively the Rocket 3 GT Triple Black features a sophisticated dark style with a distinctive three-shade black

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SPORT 27

KIA SORENTO PREMIUM

Comfortable, high-quality 7-seater

By Roger Hart ROAD TEST

ntil very recently, diesel was the only choice of power for this very latest Sorento in any of its four trim levels – the $59,990 LX, $63,990 EX, $69,990 Deluxe or the $76,990 Premium as featured today. Now this diesel quartet is complemented by a pair of greener, with the even more fuel-efficient Hybrid (HEV) and Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) Premium models arriving in NZ. They have 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engines (132kW/265Nm) supplemented by electric motors and lithium-ion polymer batteries (PHEV 67kW/304Nm -13.8kWh) and (HEV 44kW/264Nm -1.49kWh). Their stated combined power is 195kW/350Nm and 169kW/350Nm respectively. The $89,990 PHEV is all-wheel-drive while for the HEV, there’s a choice of either front or all-wheel-drive ($80,990 and $82,990 respectively). Kia says the PHEV has an all-electric range of up to 57 km, CO2 emissions of 36g/km and a combined fuel consumption of 1.6L/100km. For the HEV - 5.4L/100km and a CO2 figure of 124g/km to 141g/km. I’m looking forward to drive time with the PHEV in due course, but meantime this Premium diesel sets high standards amongst seven-seat SUVs. While they indeed share many components these Sorento and Hyundai’s Santa Fe range are not mirror images of each other, for they are nicely different as to

their family looks, cabin fit-out and other finer detailing. Looks-wise there’s a strong kinship with the smaller Seltos, with an attractive, up-to-the minute countenance, styled 20-inch wheels and definite on-road presence! All diesel Sorento have the latest version of the alloy block, 2.2-litre engine complete with an 8-speed, twin-clutch auto and on demand all-wheel-drive. Seven seats are standard, and space and comfort, as you will see are excellent. This new refined, nicely torquey, flexible engine is appealing! While peak torque of 440Mn occurs from 1750 to 2750rpm, it’s keen, smooth and quiet right through from start-up. Then, and in concert with the very smooth and perceptive auto, it delivers suitably strong responses for swift, overtaking or whenever needed, but then just as quickly settles back into a quiet and refined touring gait. When both the large head-up display with its changing colour speed readout warnings and the smart cruise-control prove very useful. Kia says the overall diesel consumption figure achievable is 6.1L/100km. All of this you appreciate from within the strikingly modern, quality cabin with its plush nappa leather, heated and ventilated seats, excellent comfort and lots of standard equipment and technology including the concert quality twelve speaker, Bose surround-sound system. Its ergonomically, very well set up with clear instruments and well laid out controls that all fall naturally to hand, – including the clear, configurable 10.5-inch touch-screen (interesting how imperial measurements survive for

SORENTO PREMIUM ■■ Pricing - as driven $76,990. (LX $59,990, EX $63,990, Deluxe $69,990) all +ORCs. ■■ Engine: 2.2-litre turbo-diesel, 148kW @ 3800rpm and 440Nm from 1750 to 2750 rpm. ■■ Transmission: 8-speed twin-clutch auto, on demand all-wheel-drive. ■■ Quoted Combined Fuel Use Economy: 6.1L/100km Safety: Comprehensive active safety/driver assist systems. 5 star ANCAP. ■■ Size: 4810mm long, 1900mm wide, 1700mm high. Wheelbase: 2815mm. ■■ Turning Circle: 11.6 metres ■■ Tows: 2500kg.(braked) ■■ Warranty: 5-years/100,000km (also for roadside assistance).

screen and wheel/tyre sizes), the digital dash and large rotary transmission selector. There’s also a smaller rotary drive mode selector that includes those for mud/ snow/sand but the Smart position (and it is) is where this will likely remain for most owners. The second row of seats, which split 60/40, also slide back and forward, so there’s lots of adjustments available depending on the requirements and sizes of both it and the third row. Access to the third row (standard-size adult friendly for shorter trips) is easy because the left side second row seat simply tilts and moves forward. With the third row stowed there’s 616 litres of luggage space, easily loaded via the powered tail-gate. With all seats in use there’s 187 litres

and with the second and third rows folded 201 litres. There’s also a full-size spare. Kia’s Australian engineering team has fine-tuned the Macpherson strut front suspension and multilink rear. This results in impressive comfort, combined with a nicely compliant and controlled ride. Through corners, body movement is well contained and there’s lots of grip from the wide 255/45R20 tyres. In concert with the accurate steering, the on-demand four-wheel-drive system provides a suitably rewarding drive! This continues on secondary roads, where the Sorento shows plenty of agility and the benefits of its 176mm ground clearance. About town the turning circle is very good, there’s many helpful cameras, monitors and a host of warnings for blind spots, cross traffic collision-avoidance and more, like the cameras that show when you indicate to turn left or right, what’s behind in either the rev-counter or speedo dials. There’s also seven airbags, including one between the driver and front passenger, to prevent their heads coming into contact during a collision.

FINALE This Sorento is a really cohesive, easy to drive, extremely comfortable and high quality, seven-seat SUV with its own appealing character, whose diesel power really suits its purpose in life. But for those who wish to both reduce their use of fossil fuels and emissions, there’s the PHEV and HEV alternatives!

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Ashburton Guardian Friday, March 26, 2021

HARNESS RACING

Form: White hot By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

Talk about striking while the iron’s hot. Not to be satisfied with just a golden run of form over recent months, Ashburton horseman Brent White is aiming at a big flex this weekend, as he looks to chase down his personal best tally for wins in a season. The path, it’s never quite the same. And when you’ve got emerging talent aplenty lining up at the stable door to be fed each week, there comes a time when you need to throw them into the deep end to discover if they can swim with the big kids or not. And that’s what White is doing tonight. Two of his rising stars will take on massive challenges at Addington this evening. Young trotter Samantha’s Moon will take on the best three-year-old fillies in the country in the New Zealand Trotting Oaks, and exciting three-year-old pacer Better’s Tart will tackle the best of her age group in a heat of the Nevele R Fillies Series. Now, White isn’t exactly expecting victory from either of them. He’s philosophical about their chances, but he’s also acutely aware that if you plan on chasing the riches later in the season, you need to know where you are at. So, mixing it with the big guns is the only way to find out. Samantha’s Moon jumps from a maiden race last week at Addington where she was victorious to a Group 2 feature brimming with talent.

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Oaks, but we will also throw a nomination in for the New Zealand Oaks too and this week is going to give us a good idea on where we are at.” White said the filly’s work had been very good since her last start win. Also on the float to Addington tonight is last start winner One Apollo, who will square off with the likes of Sundees Son and Bolt For Brilliance, while Cranbourne will enjoy a slight ease in grade for his assignment later in the night. Then, the train keeps moving on Sunday to Oamaru for the Waimate meeting, where another four runners are engaged. and Burlington tackles the Waimate Cup. “He deserves his shot at a race like that and if he could get a good trip, you’d like to think he’d be right there.” With 22 wins on the board for the season and a target of better than 29, Brent White is firmly on target and this weekend could really set the wheels in motion.

■■ Golf

Ashburton Ladies Golf

Saturday March 27 Pro Shop Tournament Tuesday March 30: Round 1 Sandhurst Cup Match play. Report 8.30 for 9.00. Starter Bev Turton (021617154) Thursday 1st April – Women & Men: Club Championship Qual. Convenor: Muriel Morgan (Ph 027 9645380)

WHITE HOT Brent White’s Runners this weekend

Tinwald Ladies Golf

Addington tonight

Draw March 30: Captains Salver Drawn Partners. 9 Holes 1st Judy Johns. Report 8.30 for 9.00 start Starters: S. Gutsell C. Carr. Cards C. Linney M. Oakley. Kitchen B. Cochrane. Roster convenor J. Bruhns.

Race 3: Better’s Tart (Stephen McNally) Race 5: One Apollo (Ricky May) Race 6: Samantha’s Moon (Ricky May) Race 10: Cranbourne (Stephen McNally)

Waimate Sunday

Race 2: Majestic Upstart (Stephen McNally) Race 7: Burlington (Stephen McNally) Race 9: Hot Starff (Ricky May) Race 9: Punt Away (Stephen McNally)

Today at Addington Raceway

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6 14631 Belmont Major J I Dickie 7 42x25 Steel The Show J R Dunn 8 41662 Tango Tara J F Curtin R11 FIRST DIRECT TAXIS MOBILE PACE $20,000 1980m 22:04 1 770x1 Scotlynn Beach Boy R D Close 2 1020 Franco Stefan B N Orange 3 63945 Silk R D Holmes R T May 4 25230 Fire Fox 5 68363 Luella Ben Hope J W Cox 6 35104 Folklore 7 15 Tenzing Bromac K M Barron 8 1827 Passion And Power T M Williams 9 x9219 Alta Sensation Sarah O’Reilly 10 1779 Pembrook’s Destiny M J Williamson 11 0x221 Surfers Delight J R Dunn 12 41747 Dont Lie To Me S J Ottley 13 80x99 Taxman W R Low 14 90221 Rockntommy Rulz Craig D Thornley

Matt Markham’s Addington Selections Race 1: Outamyway, KD Hawk, Misucci, Sods Law Race 2: Last Of The Mohicans, Shan Noble, Five Star General, Kiss The Girls Race 3: Bettor Twist, La Rosa, Better’s Tart, Dream On Me Race 4: Dashing Major, Sweet Belle, Storm, A Delightful Act Race 5: Sundees Son, Muscle Mountain, Bolt For Brilliance Race 6: Time Up The Hill, Wanna Play With Me, Mexicana Race 7: Self Assured, Amazing Dream, Watch Me Now, A G’s White Socks Race 8: Krug, Ragazzo Mach, Pace N Pride, It’s All About Faith Race 9: Andy Hall, Missalyssa, BD Yasothon, Phoebe Onyx Race 10: Tango Tara, Ifyousayso, Italian Lad, Steel The Show Race 11: Franco Stefan, Scotlyn Beach Boy, Surfer’s Delight, Folklore BEST: Bettor Twist (Race 3) VALUE: Franco Stefan (Race 11)

Christchurch dogs Today at Addington Raceway

R1 THE FITZ SPORTS BAR SPRINT $1425 295m 3 4 Type:C0 12:01 43736 6 34443 42644 x5232 88888 32325 76554 545

“It’s a big jump up for her, but she deserves her shot,” White said this week. “We will be over the moon if she does everything right and is running on that finish, the tempo of the race should really suit her I think.” Better’s Tart will go from a conditioned Nevele R Fillies heat at Ashburton, where the big guns weren’t eligible, to taking them all on and White is hopeful more than he is confident. “I think it would be a bit too much to expect her to come out and beat the likes of La Rosa and Bettor’s Twist, but because of where she’s handicapped now we need to keep her to the fillies races. “The aim all season has been the Southland

■■ Bowls

NZ Metro harness

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Friday, March 26, 2021 Ashburton Guardian

RUGBY

SPORT 29

SQUASH

The Mid Canterbury Combined 1st XV begin their season tonight with a pre-season match against Southbridge Under 18 in Dunsandel.

Spartans back on the paddock By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

The battle lines have been drawn, and the Mid Canterbury Spartans are ready for the challenge. The combined 1st XV side begin their season tonight with a pre-season game against a Southbridge Under 18 side in Dunsandel, kick-starting a massive campaign following some intensive months of pre-season work both on and off the rugby paddock. The current squad sees 36 players pushing for a place in the final squad for the season, which will comprise of 30 players when it is announced soon. Players have been working hard in both the gym on Mondays and Wednesdays as well as Tuesday and Thursday skill sessions. “We have seen good improvement already in terms of fitness and some strength, but have decided this season to really work on our fitness levels to ensure we can play a full 70 minute game if required,” head coach, Shane Enright, said. Enright has been joined in the coaching box this year by Bruce Morton, who brings a vast coaching experience with him from his years overseas and also coaching

Christchurch colts, and Shirley Premiers and former Mid Canterbury representative, James McLeod. Morton will handle the backs while McLeod will look after the forward pack. Enright said that seeing a good strong group of players keen to be a part of the Spartan experience was encouraging and bode well for the future. “It’s great to see the numbers up from last season already, so hopefully we are doing something right in the creation of the Spartans.” The squad does feature a lot of younger and new players, with a larger than expected player drain from last season with a number of players stepping away from school and out into the workforce in recent months. As well as tonight’s game at Dunsandel, which kicks off at 6.30pm, the side will also play a combined St Andrew’s XV at Hampstead on April 9 and then will head to Oamaru for a St Kevin’s mini-tournament, where they will play three matches in three days. The Mid Canterbury Combined 1st XV begin their season proper in the Miles Toyota Cup against Marlborough Boys’ College at Ashburton College on Saturday, May 8.

Karlie McQueen will line up in the Women’s Open division at the Ashburton Squash Club Open which begins tonight.

Squash stars on court By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

Many of the best squash players in the district – and some from afar – will converge on Ashburton tonight to compete in the Ashburton Squash Club Open. The annual tournament sits early on the season’s calendar of events for the governing body Squash Midlands, who oversee all things squash from Rakaia down to Oamaru. With a busy schedule ahead, the tournament is a good opportunity for some of the district’s elite players to really blow away the cobwebs and get into the full swing of things, while also shooting for glory in a tournament held in high esteem among squash players around the South Island. Among the entries in both the men’s and women’s open events, a number of local players will be out to assert a bit

of home court dominance in the tournament which begins tonight and runs through all of tomorrow into tomorrow evening where winners will be found. Four local players will compete in the Open Women’s Event; Katrina Palmer, Karlie McQueen, Brooke Cornish-Madden and Vicki Rae. Palmer has the added pressure of being the tournament’s No.1 ranked seed, with eight entries in total for the event. In the men’s open competition four locals also compete; Lee Barker, Agustin Maunier, Steve Leckie and Matt Speedy. There are no defending champions in either of the Open events from last year’s winners, although Christchurch’s Kelsi Carrick will be out to go one better in the women’s event after finishing runner-up last year. Play begins tonight at the Harrison Street courts, and resumes again early tomorrow morning and goes right throughout the day.

Young athletes star at Aoraki By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

Students from Mid Canterbury’s two major schools turned in outstanding performances at the Aoraki Secondary Schools’ Athletics Championships last week. A huge number of athletes from across both Ashburton College and Mount Hutt College travelled to Timaru to take part in the event with numerous top four placings across all of the age group categories. Mount Hutt College showed their ability to produce standout sprinters with wins in both the Under 14 and Under 15 boys’ 100m and 200m events. James Clark smashed the clock in both of the Under 14 finals while Thomas McKenzie was equally as impressive in the Under 15 age group. Brother Jack McKenzie made sure he was on the scoresheet too, picking up wins in both the 800m and 3000m in the competitive Under 19 boys’ category. Ashburton College’s victories, among

many of their great performances, came courtesy of Joshua Eketone, who did best in the Under 14 boys’ shot put and discus. In the discus, his throw of 29.02 metres was nearly three metres further than his nearest rival, Mount Hutt College’s Archie McKerrow, and would have been good enough to win him the Under 15 boys’ title and place second in the Under 16 boys’ event. McKerrow got his reward later in the day when he reached 1.57 metres in the high jump to easily win that title. Mid Canterbury’s other win at the meet came from Mount Hutt College’s Johan Struwig, who won the Under 16 boys’ javelin with a throw nearly six metres better than the next closest competitor. Mount Hutt College capped off a good day by taking out the Under 14 boys’ relay event. Many of the athletes competing will now have qualified to head to the South Island Secondary Schools’ Athletics Championships, which will be held in Christchurch in April.

RESULTS Under 14 Girls: 100m: Mikayla Marshall (Mt Hutt) 3rd, Tayla Estreich (AshColl) 4th. 200m: Mikayla Marshall (Mt Hutt) 3rd, Tayla Estreich (AshColl) 4th. 3000m: Emma Armour (Mt Hutt) 3rd. Under 15 Girls: 100m: Nikita Burton (Mt Hutt) 3rd. 200m: Nikita Burton (Mt Hutt) 3rd. Lucy Reeve (Mt Hutt 4th, 1500m: Tayla Davidson (Ashcoll) 3rd. Discus: Harpa Hughes (Mt Hutt) 3rd. Long Jump: Tayla Davidson (AshColl) 3rd. Triple Jump: Nikita Burton (Mt Hutt) 3rd. Under 16 Girls: 400m: Hannah Hayes (Mt Hutt) 4th. 800m: Hannah King (AshColl) 4th. 1500m: Jessie Pitney (AshColl) 3rd. Discus: Marymana Penisoni (AshColl) 4th. Shot Put: Anna Tuamoheloa (Mt Hutt) 2nd. High Jump: Tamieke Kuipers (AshColl) 3rd. Under 19 Girls: 100m: Lusunga Mbambo (AshColl) 3rd. 200m: Lusunga Mbambo (AshColl) 4th. High Jump: Chloe Keijzer (Mt Hutt) 4th. Triple Jump: Lusunga Mbambo (AshColl) 3rd. Under 14 Boys: 100m: James Clark (Mt Hutt) 1st. 200m: James Clark (Mt Hutt) 1st. 1500m: Archie McKerrow (Mt Hutt) 2nd. 3000m: Jan Steenkamp (AshColl) 2nd, Henry King (Mt Hutt) 4th. Discus: Joshua Eketone (Ashcoll) 1st, Archie McKerrow (Mt Hutt) 2nd. Javelin: Suliasi Halaúfia (AshColl) 3rd, Wynter Taylor-Harding (Mt Hutt) 4th. Shot Put: Joshua Eketone (AshColl) 1st, Noah Monson (Mt Hutt) 2nd. High Jump: Archie McKerrow (Mt Hutt) 1st. Long Jump: James Clark (Mt Hutt) 2nd. Under 15 Boys: 100m: Thomas McKenzie (Mt Hutt) 1st,

Regan Lilley (AshColl) 3rd. 200m: Thomas McKenzie (Mt Hutt) 1st, Regan Lilley (AshColl) 4th. 800m: John McConaghy (Mt Hutt) 3rd. Discus: Tyler Maher (Mt Hutt) 3rd. Javelin: Isaiah Carter (Mt Hutt) 2nd. High Jump: Thomas McKenzie (Mt Hutt) 2nd. Triple Jump: Patrick McHugh (Mt Hutt) 4th. Under 16 Boys: 100m: Tyler Waller (Mt Hutt) 4th. 200m: Johan Struwig (Mt Hutt) 4th. 400m: Johan Struwig (Mt Hutt) 3rd. 800m: Flynn Gooseman (AshColl) 3rd. 1500m: Andy Armour (Mt Hutt) 3rd. 3000m: Andy Armour (Mt Hutt) 3rd. Discus: Jack Jones (AshColl) 4th. Javelin: Johan Struwig (Mt Hutt) 1st, Tala Touli (AshColl) 2nd. Shot Put: Colt Hill (Mt Hutt) 2nd. High Jump: Cooper Cudmore (Mt Hutt) 4th. Under 19 Boys: 100m: Charlie Brown (Mt Hutt) 4th. 200m: Charlie Brown (Mt Hutt) 3rd. 400m: Matt Pearce (AshColl) 2nd. 800m: Jack McKenzie (Mt Hutt) 1st. 3000m: Jack McKenzie (Mt Hutt) 1st, Michael Munro (AshColl) 4th. Discus: Bradley Douglas (AshColl) 4th. Javelin: Hayden Dove (Mt Hutt) 2nd, Isi Ula (AshColl) 4th. Shot Put: Bradley Douglas (AshColl) 2nd. High Jump: Michael Munro (AshColl) 4th. Long Jump: Charlie Brown (Mt Hutt) 4th. Triple Jump: Cade McMurray (Mt Hutt) 2nd. Relays: U14 Girls: Mt Hutt 3rd. U14 Boys: Mt Hutt 1st. U15 Boys: Mt Hutt 3rd. U16 Boys: Mt Hutt 3rd. U19 Boys: Mt Hutt 2nd. Athletes with a Disability: Girls: Discus: Kiera Moodie (AshColl) 1st. Shot Put: Kiera Moodie (AshColl) 1st. Boys: Shot Put: Delta Taeauga (AshColl) 1st. Discus: Raglan Patrick (AshColl) 1st, Delta Taeauga (AshColl) 2nd, Danny Glanville (AshColl) 3rd.

SUPER RUGBY

2021 SUPER RUGBY AOTEAROA Tipping Competition Scoreboard

Round 5 draw DATE

Times may be subject to change.

GAME

VENUE

TIME

March 26 Highlanders v Hurricanes Dunedin

7.05pm

2021 SUPER RUGBY AOTEAROA Tipping Competition Scoreboard

1 Rnd 2 Rnd 3 March 27 Chiefs vRnd Blues

Rnd 4

Total

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Tuungafasi escapes sanction Blues prop Ofa Tuungafasi won’t face any further sanction following his yellow card in Super Rugby Aotearoa game against the Crusaders last Sunday. Tuungafasi was yellow carded for a shoulder charge on Crusaders lock Scott Barrett at a ruck. He was cited earlier this week, with the citing commissioner believing the incident warranted a red card. However a SANZAAR Judicial Committee Hearing has found Tuungafasi not guilty of contravening the law regarding striking with the shoulder. In his finding, the Judicial Committee Chairman Nigel Hampton QC ruled the following:

Blues prop Ofa Tuungafasi is yellow carded.

“Having conducted a detailed review of all the available video footage in conjunction with all other evidence, including from the player, and submissions from his legal representative, Aaron Lloyd, the Judicial Committee dismissed the citing under Law 9.12. “In not upholding the citing, the Judicial Committee found that it was not satisfied, on the balance of probabilities, that the red card threshold had been met. “Nor was the Committee satisfied that the match referee was wrong in his issuing a yellow card.” “The player is therefore free to resume playing, and there will be no further sanction applied.”

Tracey

Mike

Ben

Highlanders 12 and under

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32 PUZZLES Puzzles and horoscopes Ashburton Guardian Friday, March 26, 2021

Cryptic crossword 1

Simon Shuker’s Code Cracker

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ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19): People are weird and will behave in strange and often unpredictable ways, many of which aren’t worth giving a great deal of thought to. Sometimes, the most brilliant response you can contribute is a shrug. TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20): It’s what you don’t say. Not only that, it’s when you don’t say it. Restraint is eloquence. It can also be generosity. Throw in some warmth and good intentions and silence is elevated to “saintly.” GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21): Just because you passed the same road sign doesn’t mean you’re regressing. There are roundabouts on this path. Sometimes, it takes a few circles before you figure out where your correct exit is. CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 22): The energy of this day will be a wild ride – points of high excitement and dips of lovely calm. If there’s one thing that’s a waste of energy, it’s resisting the flow. Ride the current. LEO (Jul 23-Aug 22): Work the crowd and shake out the opportunities therein. These days, obviously, it’s most optimally accomplished in a digital format. It’s also a lucky time to try out new social media. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22): Among the many wonderful things about animals is that they are seldom staring at their cellphones. Instead, they are present in the moment they happen to inhabit. We can take the lesson. LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 23): The steps you’ve taken to make your home a comfortable and happy place pay off daily. It’s an evolution. New things please you and are worth pursuing. Those who spend time in your home will want to come back. SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 21): There are those who would rather not be rejected by you, and so they don’t put themselves out there, where you’re concerned. You’re in the driver’s seat here if you wish to bridge the gap with warmth. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): You have gone the distance through an entire cycle. The old wounds are healing in the way wounds do, with no conscious help from you. Your job is not to interfere; just step back and allow. CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): To communicate as fully as you can, you must choose the right words, which can be, in and of itself, a reductive act. “Words cannot express” is more accurate and yet less effective. Just try. AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): Your positive, enthusiastic attitude brings the breath of fresh air that was missing in a certain group of people. Usually, you don’t mind competition, but right now you absolutely thrive on it. PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): You don’t always love the tickertape going off in your mind. If thinking the best of people (or, as the case may be, of yourself) doesn’t come automatically, make a conscious practice of it. One day, it will.

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Friday, March 26, 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

March 27

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 the Ashburton Aviation Museum. Tickets are $25 (fees apply). 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. Community Fete Trott’s Community Garden are holding a Community Fete from 10am - 2pm. The great plant swap. Stallholder sites. $35. Email: info@trotts. co.nz to reserve a stall site. Entry to fete is gold coin donation at Trott’s Community Garden on Racecourse Road in Ashburton.

March 28

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

Quake roadshow

A public meeting to discuss the Alpine Fault and its

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 Seniors 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.

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) 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

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In Colour, art and craft club

Every Sun to Fri

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

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

Every Sat

Last Sun of every month

Ashburton Farmers’ Market Local grown fresh food and produce, hot drinks. North end of West Street carpark. 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 106 Victoria Street, the Triangle. Open for toy exchange. 9.30am - 12.30pm Ashburton Aviation Museum A great selection of many aircraft, from the past to the future at the Ashburton Airport.

Tinwald War Memorial Hall from 9.30am – 4pm. Fabric and Craft Bazaar Held at the Sinclair Centre, Park Street Ashburton from 9am – 4pm. Inquiries to Helen 308 6088 or Annette 308 1546

April 17

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 7.30pm.

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 Methven Museum Main Street, Methven. Keeping the history of the Greater Methven area alive. Come for a drive and visit us 2pm-4pm. 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, runs until May 14. Donations appreciated.

Like 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.

THE NOR’WESTERS MUSO’S CLUB PRESENT...

MAR SATURDAY

May 16

Ashburton Nurses’ Reunion Open to all Nurses or Nursing Assistant who have worked at Ashburton Hospital. Commencing with a service in the Hospital Chapel at 11am. Lunch at the Hotel Ashburton at 12.30pm. Enquiries to Marilyn ph 308 2311 or Carolyn at tismecarolyn@gmail.com

May 21-29

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 Trust Event Centre from May 21 to 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

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Ashburton Borough School Board of Trustees has resolved to fill a casual vacancy by selection. If you are an eligible voter for the Board of Trustees at Ashburton Borough School and you would like the Board to fill the vacancy by election, please notify the Board in writing before 23rd of April. If 10% or more of eligible voters request an election, one will be held. D Percy boardsecretary@ashborough.school.nz

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GENERAL hire. Lawnmowers, chainsaws, concrete breakers, trailers, and more. All your DIY / party hire, call and see Ashburton U-Hire. 588 East Street. Open Monday-Friday 7am - 6pm; Saturday 7.30am - 5pm; Sunday 8.30am 12.30pm - Phone 308 8061. LAMB grazing wanted, www.ashburtonuhire.co.nz anything considered. good prices paid for long or short term. Please phone Jason 0274 288 402. MOTORING 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.

GARAGE Sale, manchester, ladies clothing and footwear, STUNNING, mature lady in car towbar, preserves Ashburton now. No texts. and veges, plus plenty of Please phone 021 0275 9055. sundries. Sign out 9am, Saturday on Winter Street. TWO Asian lady special, excellent services. In/out calls. Phone 022 572 5823. GRAZING

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PUBLIC MEETING Have your say on the location of the second bridge over the Ashburton River Wednesday 31 March 7pm-9pm Ashburton Intermediate School Hall For more information phone 0274058220

EXPERIENCED GRADER OPERATOR It all started back in 1990 with Stuart Tarbotton and one digger. In the years since, Tarbotton Land & Civil has grown to include the whole family, plus 40 or so dedicated staff. But one thing hasn’t changed - our commitment to putting in the hard yards for our clients, whatever the job may be. We’ll never compromise on our high level of service, quality and accuracy, and we always deliver on our promises. About the job Tarbotton Land & Civil are subcontracted to a major roading contractor for 7 years, maintenance grading half of the roading network for the Ashburton District Council. Tarbotton Land & Civil are actively seeking an experienced grader operator to start immediately. As an experienced grader operator, you will play a key role in our ‘Done Right’ approach to maintenance grading. You will be responsible for preparing and operating machinery to a high standard while completing the required maintenance on time. You will be fit, healthy and commit to being a punctual and honest team player who will help deliver the right outcome the first time round using modern fit for purpose machinery to get the grading Done Right. Skills you will need

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• Preferably 5 or more years experience operating graders • The necessary licences to operate machinery on the road • Self-motivation, able to work unsupervised and willing to learn new skills • To be a team player and have good communication skills • The ability to complete a job to a high standard • A good attitude towards health and safety • Ability to complete neat and tidy book work on time • Experience operating excavators, rollers, loaders, tip truck etc., may be advantageous in securing this position What’s in it for you? As a team player of Tarbotton Land & Civil, you can expect a competitive employment package, a positive and safe working environment, ongoing training and development, along with access to modern fleet and facilities. A company vehicle and phone will be provided for work purposes. Above all else, you will experience firsthand working with a team of 40+ people who love what they do and come together to deliver successful outcomes. Applicants for this position should have a New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa. Are you interested in working for Tarbotton Land & Civil? Please give Stuart a call on 0274 350 963 or send your CV to info@tarbotton.co.nz – applications close 31st March 2021.

Daily Diary

2021

FRIDAY, MARCH 26

AND THE ART GALLERY. 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 Ave hockey Pavilion.

10.30am ST STEPHEN’S PARISH CENTRE. Seniors’ Coffee Club. Park Street. 12pm-2pm ASHBURTON JUSTICE OF THE PEACE. (Signing Centre). 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.

SATURDAY, MARCH 27

Centre. Park Street. 9am-12pm ASHBURTON CRAFT MARKET. Stall holders 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. 12.45pm RUN AND WALK ASHBURTON. Peel Forest, bring your own eats to share and a flask of tea/coffee to enjoy afterwards. Leaving from Ashburton District Court House, Baring Square West.

6am ST DAVID’S UNION CHURCH. Circuit training in the hall. 48 Allens Road. Allenton. 10am-4pm NZ ALPINE AND AGRICULTURE ENCOUNTER

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 ST ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Church Fete, fun, food, fabulous stalls. Sinclair

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CHAPMAN, Phyllis – Much loved mother, motherin-law, nan and great nan who sadly left us 5 years ago on Sunday. We sat beside your bedside, our hearts were crushed and sore, we did our duty to the end ‘Til we could do no more. In tears we watched you sinking, we watched you fade away and though our hearts were breaking, we knew you could not stay. You left behind some aching hearts, that loved you most sincere. We never shall and never will Forget you Mother Dear. Remembered and loved always. Lynn, Ivan, Mark, Barb, Jo, John and families.

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ADAMS, Shayne Russell – On March 25, 2021. Peacefully after a courageous battle, aged 56 years. Much loved husband of Kim. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Angela and Christopher Law, Brendon and Jezamay, Nicole, Corey, and Kaitlyn. Special grandad to Grace, and Oliver. Loved son of Raynor and the late Russell, brother of Dean and loved uncle of Simon. Loved brother-in-law of Biddy and Brendan Sheehan and best mate of Ken and Carol Wilson. Messages to the Adams family c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A huge huge thank you to Jane Smith and the staff of Ashburton Hospital for their care and love given to Shayne and his family. Donations to Ashburton Palliative Care would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Shayne’s life will be held in the Downstairs Lounge, Ashburton Showgrounds, (entrance off Brucefield Avenue), on TUESDAY, March 30, commencing at 1.30pm. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

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Ashburton Weather

Friday: Fine, apart from some morning cloud. Northeasterlies, dying out in the evening. MAX

Midnight Friday

Canterbury Plains

27 MIN 11

Friday: Fine, apart from areas of morning cloud or fog. Northeasterlies, dying out in the evening. Saturday: Mainly fine. High cloud increasing during the day and some rain possible near the foothills in the evening. Northeasterly winds. Sunday: Fine and warm with variable high cloud. Northerlies changing southerly.

A ridge of high pressure covers much of the country, while a front approaches the southern South Island from the Tasman Sea Friday night. A northerly flow covers New Zealand, ahead of the frontal system expected to move onto the country from Saturday. A broad trough moves onto the South Island on Monday and affects much of the country on Tuesday.

Around The Region Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Saturday: Fine apart from increasing high cloud. Northeasterly winds. MAX

Canterbury High Country

27 MIN 14

Friday: Fine, apart from areas of morning cloud or fog. Wind at 1000m: Northwesterly 35 km/h, rising to 45 km/h in the morning. Wind at 2000m: Northerly 35 km/h, rising to northwest 50 km/h in the morning, then to northwest 60 km/h in the evening. Freezing level: Above 3000m. Saturday: High cloud. Rain developing near the divide in the morning and becoming heavy towards evening. Some falls spreading further east. Wind at 1000m: Northwest 50 km/h rising to gale 80 km/h during the afternoon. Wind at 2000m: Northwest 60 km/h rising to gale 100 km/h during the afternoon. Freezing level: Above 3000m. Sunday: Rain about and near the divide, possibly heavy, easing later. Mainly fine further east with one or two showers. Northwesterlies, strong at times.

24 9 27 15 26 13 25 11 25 16 24 12 22 9 21 13 23 10 SUN PROTECTION ALERT 23 10 23 15 22 11 24 11 25 18 25 14 PROTECTION REQUIRED : 55 : 15 24 8 25 12 23 11 Seek shade, reapply sunscreen 10 am – 4 pm 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

Sunday: Fine and warm with variable high cloud. Northerlies, changing southerly late. MAX

Readings to 4pm Thursday

Ashburton Airport Temp °C Maximum 20.5 Minimum 8.5 Grass min 2.8 24hr Rain mm 0.0 39.4 Month to date E 31 Wind km/h 1:56pm Strongest gust Sun hrs on Wed 0.0 162.7 Month to date

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FRIDAY SPORT

Dragons on the lake

The National Dragon Boat Championships begin today at Lake Hood. By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

Lake Hood will come alive with dragons today when the New Zealand Dragon Boat championships begin. Close to 1000 people from all across New Zealand will be in the Ashburton District for the next few days as the national championships are held, staying in our accommodation facilities, eating at our restaurants and enjoying everything that we have to offer.

The championships, which begin today and run into tomorrow sees the best of the best from around the country converging to compete for national glory in a rapidly growing sport around New Zealand. And Ashburton, and in particular, Lake Hood – plays an integral role in that development. That an event of this magnitude can be held on the lake is yet again another tip of the hat towards this district and its capabilities when it comes to holding big ticket events and after experiencing Mid Canterbury, Lake Hood and everything else we

have to offer national organisers were keen to get back here. “We were at Lake Hood a few years ago and it was fantastic, albeit a little bit cold,” New Zealand Dragon Boat Association comms manager, Ricky Greaves said. “It’s a fantastic venue for us to race at, challenging and tough, but a great venue and we’re looking forward to be being back there this weekend.” Paddlers will compete in a varying number of events over the course of the championships, starting this morning with the 200 metre sprints which run through

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heats, semi-finals and then finals. This afternoon one of the more popular events of the championship, the 2km sweep will be held. “It’s a good spectator event that one,” Greaves said. “Instead of straight-line racing, it’s around the outside of a 2km course and it can make for some really interesting viewing, with even the odd spill.” Then on Saturday, it’s back on the water for the 500 metre sprints to round out the championships. Racing begins at 8am each day and will run through most of the day.

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