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Migrants driver licensing scheme secures funding The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is funding an initiative to help migrants living in rural Mid Canterbury get a driver’s licence, leading to greater independence. Under the programme, up to 24 mainly migrant women who live on rural properties or in small towns will be enrolled in a road code course to gain a learner’s licence. MPI is providing $20,000 for the programme to be delivered by the Mid Canterbury Rural Driver Licensing Scheme. The scheme has helped more than 70 people through its road code course since 2018. The scheme is a partnership between Safer Mid Canterbury and the Mid Canterbury Rural Support Trust, and MPI’s funding will enable the scheme to continue providing its skill-building programme in the 2021-22 financial year. “We were facing the prospect of having to reduce the number of people we help gain licences each year due to reduced funding as a result of Covid-19,” programme co-ordinator of the Mid Canterbury Rural Driver Licensing Scheme Wendy Hewitt said. “MPI’s support will ensure we can keep operating. “Not having a driver’s licence in a rural or regional area can make it impossible for a person to find

work and earn an income.” Hewitt said once people have passed their learner’s test they are paired with a volunteer driving mentor to begin working towards their restricted licence. The scheme has already helped 32 people to obtain a restricted or full licence, of whom 25 have since gained employment. Hewitt said it’s also had other benefits such as people forming new friendships, joining clubs, and boosting confidence and self-esteem. The scheme provides transport to class, childcare for participants’ children while they’re learning, and up to four professional driving lessons. MPI’s director of rural communities and farming support, Nick Story, said it can be incredibly difficult living in a rural area without a driver’s licence. “Calling an uber or a taxi isn’t an option. It can also be more isolating if you’re new to a district. “Being unable to travel limits people’s ability to socialise, make friends and integrate into the community.” Funding for the new initiative was provided in Budget 2020 in which MPI was allocated $1.1 million over three years to deliver extra wellbeing and support services to complement those provided by Rural Support Trusts.

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Last day for voting on welcoming mural By Jonathan Leask jonathan.l@theguardian.co.nz

Voting closes today to decide which of the two creative and colourful mural concepts will adorn a currently vacant wall in the Ashburton CBD. Two concepts (seen on page 1) were put forward for a public vote to choose which concept is preferred for the rear wall of Armadillo’s restaurant located

in Ashburton’s CBD. The art concept that receives the most public support by the end of the vote-by-text campaign will be painted on the wall situated on the corner of Cass and Burnett streets. The Ashburton District Council opted to trial a text vote system due to its convenience and it has received a strong response with over 500 votes received as of Thursday. Voting on the mural options

closes today at 5pm. The two vibrant art concepts are designed by artists with local connections, based on ideas put forward by district residents earlier this year. Locally-born and raised Jonny Waters has put forward a fun typography-based design to spell out the name Hakatere. The ‘Hands’ design is based on bicultural understandings while also representing the diverse groups of Ashburton and

the changing landscape, both natural and man-made. International artist Koryu Aoshima was encouraged by his Ashburton host family connections to enter, producing his ‘pride’ concept. The rainbow flag represents diversity and unification while the film frame is designed for people to take part in the town’s history, future and landscape. District residents are being

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In brief Roading upgrades Long awaited upgrades to some of the Ashburton District’s rural roads should bring some comfort to motorists, council says. Roading contractors have completed major restoration work to a handful of roads in the district, including areas near Hinds, Methven and Fairton. The upgrades are part of a one year $14 million makeover, which includes resurfacing and rehabilitation work on sealed and unsealed roads, roadside drainage improvements, footpaths, kerb and channel replacement, intersection resurfacing and streetlight upgrades. HEB Construction repaired nearly a kilometre of poor ground conditions on Isleworth Road, near Hinds, with more than half of the stretch of road needing to be dug out and replaced. Eastern Ward councillor Staurt Wilson said the work had been a long time coming and he was glad it had now been completed.

Unemployment up Major flooding of the Rangitata in 2019 was the catalyst for the formation of the Rangitata Awa Restoration Project last year. PHOTO ASHBURTON GUARDIAN

Councillors ‘kept out of the loop’ on river committee By Adam Burns adam.b@theguardian.co.nz

A disgruntled Ashburton District councillor believes elected members were kept out of the loop around “important” conversations concerning the Rangitata Awa. An update was provided to the council last week on the Rangitata Awa Restoration Project, where concerns were expressed on both the makeup and transparency of the associated working groups on the project. The formation of the group last year was largely spurred by major flooding of the Canterbury river in December 2019 and the need for further engagement from iwi on future flood protection. It was part of government-funded $2.7 million regional council work programme for work to mitigate flood risk, further investigations, and future and environmental enhancement works.

Hamish Riach The steering group comprises of representatives from Te Runanga o Arowhenua, the Department of Conservation (DOC), Environment Canterbury (ECan), Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), and the Timaru and Ashburton District Councils. Ashburton Ward councillor Angus McKay probed Ashburton District Council chief executive

Hamish Riach as to why there had been no earlier report around the council’s involvement. “I was bitterly disappointed that we, as elected officials, were not informed on such an important matter,” McKay said. “To infer that elected members are not interested about the lifeblood of the water in this district, leaves me absolutely cold.” Riach, the sole Ashburton representative on the steering group, highlighted that Ashburton representation came well after the formation of the group. “It had already been established. “There are all sorts of working groups, collaborations and joint work that does not necessarily always have the visibility of elected members.” An offer to provide meeting minutes to the council was proposed by Riach so members could remain informed on progress. Options to review the council’s input in both the Rangitata steer-

ing and working groups were tabled at the meeting, including an option to appoint an elected member. Members opted to retain the status quo. Riach added that any budgetary decisions involving possible contribution by the Ashburton District Council would also need to be formalised in chambers. Eastern Ward councillor Lynette Lovett believed the farming community was a notably absent presence among the restoration programme makeup. “I think there should be a farming interest in this,” she said. “Whatever this group is going to do it will affect all of the landowners down it (the Rangitata River). “At the moment they do not have a voice on this committee ... it’s vital that there is a voice for that fraternity in here.” A council-led request for a relevant landowner representative on the groups was a possible course of action, Riach said.

The number of people out of work in the Ashburton District has more than doubled in the past five years. In March 2017 there were 337 people around the district registered as job seekers, but in March this year, that number had risen to 702, and all time high for the quarter. Numbers have been steadily rising over those years, but March is the first time in recent years the number has topped 700. Sole parent benefit numbers have risen slowly over the same period, from 292 in 2017 to 309 in March this year. On the back of the marked increase in unemployment, overall beneficiary numbers have grown from 1050 in 2017 to 1497 in March this year. Of those beneficiaries 867 were female and 627 male.

Duck shooting Hundreds around the district will be counting down the hours until the start of the 2021 duck hunting season on Saturday. The opening day last year was delayed three months due to Covid-19, but things are back to normal this year with hunters heading to their maimais on the traditional first Saturday in May. Police are reminding people to be vigilant about safety and refresh themselves on the seven rules of firearm safety, to make sure your firearms are never left unattended in your vehicle. Federated Farmers wants duck hunters heading out for the season opening this weekend to enjoy themselves and to remember to thank the many farmers who provide access to their shooting spots.

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Covid carnage hits home Ashburton’s Indian community homeland fears Members of Ashburton’s Indian community are contacting each other daily to check on their families in their Covid-ravaged homeland. Kunal Saluja, a member of the Ashburton Indian Multi-Cultural Trust, says it’s their way of keeping in touch and seeing if families in need require financial assistance. He says two dairy owners in Timaru and Christchurch have lost fathers to the pandemic. India’s death toll is now being reportedly pushing towards 200,000, and hospitals that do not have enough oxygen supplies and beds are turning away coronavirus patients. Kunal and his wife, Divya, also ring their parents in the northern Indian state of Haryana daily to ensure they are safe and well. “My family has been vaccinated and are free of Covid-19. However there’ve been deaths in the neighbourhood of people I’ve known and two of my extended family have died,” Kunal said. He said the situation in India was very serious and getting worse due to the shortage of medical supplies. Cases of Covid-19 are increasing at the rate of 350,000 daily. “We hoped India might recover from the second wave by itself but, due to religious festivals such as Holi and Ramadaan, people have come together in their millions and passed the virus on,” he said. “There are also elections in several Indian states bringing people out who’ve not followed the rules and stayed apart.” Kunal strongly believes there should be lockdowns on a regional basis as night curfews aren’t working well enough. “We need lockdowns to break the cycle,” he said. “People are panicking and hoarding the supply of oxygen cylinders and Covid-19 injections.” He said it was creating a shortage of supply in the market for needy people and those on the poverty line were even more at risk. Kunal also urged international communities such as Commonwealth countries to step in and speed up medical supplies. He says the Indian communi-

Helping India What: Ashburton’s Indian community need support and help as loved ones and families struggle to cope in their Covid-decimated homeland How bad: India’s Covid death toll was close to 200,000. Covid cases: Increasing to about 350,000 a day. How could you help locally? Contact the Ashburton Indian Multi-Cultural Trust. ty should ask the New Zealand Government to send any spare testing kits and medical and humanitarian aid to India. In the meantime Ashburton’s community will continue to call on each other for support and financially assist families back home.

Kunal and Divya Saluja contact their families back home every day in Covid-ravaged India.

An all too common sight in Kolkata India, workers wearing full PPE gear transport bodies of Covid victims to the morgue.

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the classic MGB Roadster. It features classic round MG headlights, coupled with a slim grille design, along with interactive Magic Eye headlights that open when switched on. Other striking details of the MG Cyberster are the laser belt LED strip down the side of the car and the outline of the door, which follows the direction of the LED strip.

Its powerful sports car profile has a distinct two-stage shoulder line, with a flattenedkamm tail rear. The tail lamps are of LED construction and are integrated flat into the rear of the car, projecting a digital image that echoes MG’s British heritage. Carl Gotham, Director of SAIC Design Advanced London, said: “The Cyberster is a bold statement that looks strongly into

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Devon damaged in early morning break-in By Jonathan Leask

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Two computer screens have been thrown from the second storey of the Devon Hotel following a break-in on Thursday morning. Police were called to the Devon Tavern on Victoria Street at around 7.10am after the cleaner disturbed someone in the building, a police spokeswoman said. “The person had left the scene when police arrived.” It is understood that the offender broke into the hotel through a first level window and proceeded upstairs where they have then thrown two computer screens out through two windows before fleeing the scene. A police dog unit was one of the units that responded to the scene and assisted with a search of the premises but nobody was located, the spokeswoman said. Police confirmed the building had been broken into and that enquiries were continuing to identify and locate the person responsible. While initially reported as a burglary, the Guardian understands nothing was taken from the premises. The two computer monitors that were thrown from the window and smashed on the pavement were no longer being used. The Devon Tavern is the only property operated by the Ashburton Trust after it shifted its business model to being predominantly a landlord. While unable to comment

Above and below – Computer monitors lie in pieces on the pavement after being thrown from the second storey of the Devon Tavern during a break-in on Thursday morning. PHOTO JONATHAN LEASK on the ongoing police investigation, Trust chair Rob Reid said that the damage from the incident, although considered minimal, was disappointing. “It’s a community cost because it’s a community owned building,” Reid said. “So any damage to it there is a cost to it which we have to cover which is a shame.” There is always a cost, he said, and in this case it’s money towards repairs that otherwise would have been distributed in the community through the trust’s grant schemes.

Property sales show no signs of slowing By Sue Newman sue.n@theguardian.co.nz

Sales numbers might be going through the roof, and real estate agents say they’re feeling the pain of those people who continue to miss out on buying a home. REINZ figures for March show 72 houses sold around the Ashburton District in March, up 20 on March 2020 but those numbers don’t tell the whole story, Property Brokers agent Murray Young says. The district’s median selling price dipped last month to $382,000 from $409,000 but that was largely due to the high number of section sales during the month – about 23 – Young said. A surge in section sales would spell a frantic time ahead for the construction industry, he said, but the high section sale numbers were having little impact on de-

mand for houses. “Everyone is in the same boat and that means people with properties they’re thinking about selling are thinking twice unless they have somewhere to go. It’s a bit of a catch-22.” The list of potential buyers was not getting any shorter, and even with some investors stepping back, the sting was not coming out of the market, Young said. Sales agents weren’t immune to buyer pain, he said, as most had clients were who missing out several times on a purchase. “We definitely feel for them and there’s nothing worse than having to ring someone when they’ve kept missing out.” It was a tough line to walk between getting the best deal for a vendor and ensuring all potential buyers had a fair chance to view a property, Young said. Looking ahead if interest rates remained

low and if the predicted influx of Kiwi returnees occurred, then it was unlikely the housing shortage would ease, he said. “We’re simply not building enough homes, particularly rentals over the next few years. It’ll sort itself out but we do feel the pain for buyers.” In March, the Canterbury median price rose 17.9 per cent compared to March 2020 and 2.7 per cent on February, The Canterbury median now sits at $575,000. Ashburton was one of only two districts in Canterbury to see its median price fall in March over March 2020, dropping 6.8 per cent. At the same time, Kaikoura led the way with a price rise of 16.9 per cent. Selwyn is now the most expensive place in Canterbury to buy, at a median of $650,000, followed by Christchurch city, $600,000 and Kaikoura, $575,000. Waimate is the cheapest at $315,000 ahead of Ashburton.

The timings of roadworks along East Street’s intersections has been confirmed following the Ashburton District Council approving an additional budget for the project last week. Further funding of nearly $200,000 was approved to keep at least one lane open at the East Street intersections in the CBD to maintain access for businesses and their customers during the upgrade construction works during May. Contractor Tru-Line Civil will carry out upgrade work at Tancred and Burnett Street intersections from May 3-7, on the northbound lane of East Street, limiting drivers to the southbound lane during this time. From May 17-31, the work will shift to the southbound lane with traffic only able to travel northbound on East Street. Also on East Street, work continues on schedule for the western side which includes deck construction, new gardens, lawns and a new ramp to the railway pedestrian crossing by the toilets. Pedestrian access in the CBD continues to be fluid while remaining available to all businesses at all times, with the crossing near the toilets due to reopen in mid-May. Meanwhile, the south side lane of Burnett Street has now been paved and sealed, with the north side lane and section of footpath from Armadillos up to the Arcade entranceway due to be completed before May 7. Tru-Line Civil are liaising with any businesses who may be affected while footpath work is happening directly outside their premises. Havelock and Moore Street intersection upgrades on East Street are planned to be undertaken in June and July.

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Cold? Are you kidding? By Daryl Holden daryl.h@theguardian.co.nz

h, no. It’s cold. You poor things. Yes, we had a frost in Ashburton on Wednesday morning and it was slightly nippy yesterday, but I loved it. A frost means you’ll get a nice, sunny day. And when you’re from Invercargill, that’s something to be thankful for. Seriously, I’ve been here seven weeks and the weather has been superb. But perhaps my superb is different than yours, which is probably quite true. After all, it can be so cold in Southland that my beloved miniature schnauzer used to climb into the fridge just to warm up. And, of course, being cold is not just the only weather challenge those in the deep south face because we all know what you call two straight days of rain in Southland. A weekend. It’s also true that it gets so cold in Southland that hitchhikers have to hold up pictures of thumbs. OK, so I’m exaggerating just a tad and having a bit of fun. But you get my drift. One person’s normal is different than others. It reminds me of the comment great Australian cricketer

Cold yarns Cold stories: We want to hear any of your memories, funny or otherwise, of being cold. Maybe let us know the coldest place you have been to – in New Zealand or even overseas – and how you coped. Email your cold yarns to: editorial@theguardian.co.nz and war veteran Keith Miller made in an interview when he was asked how he coped with the pressure on the field. “Real pressure,’’ Miller said, “is when you are flying a Mosquito with a Messerschmitt up your arse’’. I guess it’s similar with the weather, which in this part of the world is definitely nothing to complain about. I’m not basing that on just the past two months because I also lived just down the road in Timaru for seven years where I could count on two hands how many times I had to report on winter sport on the sidelines in rain or in excessively cold conditions.

But maybe we breed them tougher down south. I think there could be something to that. Many years ago, I remember reporting on a club rugby league game at an exposed ground towards the beach in Invercargill. The rain turned to hail, which turned to sleet. Throw in the wind chill factor and the temperature was probably a bone chilling minus 2 or 3 degrees. Halfway through the game, the referee – a young fellow from Christchurch brought south for his development – called both captains over and asked if they thought the fixture should be called off because of the weather. The captains looked at each other. They looked at the referee. They laughed. “Shit no, bro,’’ one said. We love this.’’ And off they went, sprinting back into the action, giggling like the late and affable comedian, Billy T James. The poor whistle-blower trudged in behind them and the game continued, much to the delight of a big crowd, who were five and six deep around a rope-fenced paddock of a field with no fancy grandstand to shelter in. So the next time you complain about the cold, think of me or any other Southlanders, who really know what cold is. And what’s cold again? That’s when you see granddad’s teeth chattering . . . in the glass.

Poor pooch: Frank Holden, the ageing miniature schnauzer, had to don his favourite blanket to keep warm in Invercargill.

YOUR VIEW Anzac performance I would like to express my sincere and heartfelt thanks to everyone that was involved in Saturday’s Anzac Stories & Songs From the Front Line concert at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre. I was overwhelmed by the performances of everyone involved. The amount of time that must have been put into researching and collating the personal information from families would have been immense. For myself it was a very unexpected but wonderful tribute to the memories of my brothers and all servicemen. To everyone involved congratulations and thank you for a wonderful afternoon. Colleen Corbett

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OPINION 9

Hoops’ happy health hints

ast week I took you on a wee journey to happiness with some tips I’d acquired, everything from ending your shower with a blast of cold water to taking a lunchtime stroll. This week is the next step and I’d suggest it’s even more important. It’s all about sleep this week. Do you ever wake up feeling really groggy, even when you’ve had a good night’s sleep? Or wake up an hour before your alarm is due to go off and feel wide awake and ready to tackle the day? According to a British surgeon, it’s all down to your sleep cycle and timing around it. Dr Karan Raj who has more than 3 million followers on Tik Tok (here I was thinking it was all about doing silly dances) has

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shared how mastering your sleep cycle could help you to wake up feeling refreshed. In his video, which has been viewed 1.6 million times, he says your brain moves through several sleep cycles each night. “Each cycle starts with light sleep, then deep sleep, then dreaming and then back to light.” He says each of these cycles lasts around 90 minutes and he suggests you time your alarm to go off at the end of a cycle. To work out what time your

bedtime should be you have to work backwards in 90-minute blocks from what time you want to get up. So, for me it would be 4am – 2.30am – 1am – 11.30pm – 10pm – 8.30pm. The 8.30pm option is the one I’ll be testing out as I know the six hours sleep that the 10pm option gives me won’t be enough, although if I’m catching the cycle right maybe I’ll wake refreshed even after six hours sleep. I wonder if Nana naps fit into Dr Raj’s equation at all. The other sleep tip I keep hearing over and over again is to avoid screen time at least an hour before heading off to the scratcher. But if it can’t be avoided make sure you have the blue light from your screen turned off.

I’m sorry to say for late night screen watchers, I have bad news on the blue light front. In an attempt to look after users’ eyes and aid them in a better night’s sleep, the tech giants created Night Shift. Night Shift is supposed to help users get a better night’s sleep, but a new study finds that is not the case. Researchers from Brigham Young University say sleep quality among smartphone users is no different with or without Night Shift on. Researchers compared sleep outcomes among three groups. The first two either used their phones at night with or without Night Shift activated. The third group did not use a smartphone before bed at all. “In the whole sample, there were no differences across the

three groups,” says BYU’s Chad Jensen in a university release. “Night Shift is not superior to using your phone without Night Shift or even using no phone at all.” Probably safest to take a good old fashioned book to bed or better still collect a few of my columns and flip through those, which should knock you, spark out. Till next week Hoo Roo Phill Hooper Night night 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.

Rugby’s overdue revolution is at hand By Hamish Bidwell

hat’s important here is that the game has said ‘enough’. In unanimously voting in favour of New Zealand Rugby’s (NZR) attempt to sell a 12.5 per cent stake in its commercial interests to Silver Lake, New Zealand’s 26 provincial unions have begun the work required to wrest control of rugby away from the players and their union. I’m no huge fan of Silver Lake or private investment, necessarily. But I am entirely fed up – as NZR and the provincial unions appear, too – with the New Zealand Rugby Players’ (NZRPA) reluctance to show any regard for the game they’re bankrupting. Rugby – as in the game that exists beyond All Blacks and Super Rugby level – is dying. Neglect’s the main cause, as virtually every available dollar is spent on satisfying the whims and fancies of our elite players. Silver Lake won’t solve NZR’s

problems. It won’t fund the various programmes the game needs to survive, or even meet the endless wage demands of the NZRPA’s members, but it will at least buy the governing body time. Assuming – of course – that NZR and the players’ association can come to an accommodation. The two parties are said to have sat through seven sessions of mediation in recent weeks with no ground having been yielded. NZR, who announced a $34 million loss for the 2020 financial year, need the players to agree to the Silver Lake deal and so far their response has basically been ‘get stuffed’. There are various reasons why rugby has meant so much to so many New Zealanders over the years. We all love a winner and – more often than not – the All Blacks do pretty well, so that certainly helps. But one of the game’s huge advantages here has always been its relatability. Chances are you’ve met an All

Black. Or your dad went to school with one, or a couple live in your suburb, or several began their rugby journey at the club your family’s connected to. Whatever the case, the degrees of separation between ourselves and the provincial and Super and All Blacks stars we see on TV have been minimal. For generations these doers of exceptional deeds have been largely like the rest of us, walking the same streets and driving similar cars and rarely putting themselves on a pedestal. Tantrums and Tiaras was a documentary made about rockstar Elton John. I’ve not seen it myself, but the title comes to mind every time I hear an All Black – or Rob Nichol from the NZRPA – talk about how hard they’ve got it. The way they implacably oppose every revenue-generating attempt by NZR always makes me think of precious pups in ivory towers, wailing about the injustice of it all. Now maybe all of our All Blacks

don’t behave in that fashion but – let’s be honest – it’s hard not to suspect that one or two do. More often than not, it’s worked. NZR and the Super franchises and provinces have routinely acquiesced to most requests, ensuring this country’s elite players are rarely – if ever – required to do anything that they don’t want to do. But not today. No, today rugby united. Rugby showed its emphatic support for the Silver Lake deal, leaving the NZRPA as the only impediment. Few people enjoy being disliked. Teams and athletes are forever telling themselves that the world’s against them and no one respects them, but none of that’s real. For all that our best rugby players talk about never reading the paper or listening to the radio or watching the TV or responding to folk on social media, they remain incredibly sensitive to slights. As their cars and houses get bigger and their holidays more lavish, it’s ironic that it’s through

criticism that the players remain connected to us. Try as they might to place themselves above us, our opinion continually brings them back to earth. And that’s how you imagine this thing will get resolved. As rugby rallies around and creates a united front, it’s not the players’ greatness that sets them apart anymore, but their pettiness. If enough people – from rank and file fans, right through to all of rugby’s administrators – take a dim enough view of the players, then they’ll eventually want to save face. The thought of everyone actually being against them for once will simply be too much. But NZR have to hold their nerve here. Yesterday’s vote was an encouraging start, but the battle to put the players in their proper place hasn’t been won. With all due respect to Super Rugby Aotearoa, what happens next promises to be more entertaining than anything we’ve seen on the park. - Radio New Zealand

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Ashburton’s Wheels Week Plus is a town staple and petrol heads mark the first weekend of May off on their calendar every year. It started three decades ago with a handful of determination and bucketful of appreciation for anything with wheels. But It doesn’t matter if you’re a petrol head or not, there is something for everyone in the jam-packed fortnight of events. Whether you’re into cars, trains, bikes or boats, there is something in the Wheels Week line-up for you.

CAN-AM RIVER RUN Mt Somers Tavern for lunch (or bring Ashburton Can-Am’s Wheels Week fundraiser river run for St John is on Sunday, your own) and returning down the north May 9, at 10am. Ashburton Can-Am is branch. pleased to be organising a river ride up the There will be a small amount of on-road Ashburton River to help raise $$$ for St driving to get between the rivers and Mt John – we all will need their assistance at Somers etc. Proud supporters ofmachine isn’t road registered and some stage (hopefully not tho). If your $40 (cash on the day) per machineWheels (all wishWeek to get it done please feel free to conAshburton proceeds are going to St John!) tact us for any help doing this as it is only We will be meeting at the end of Melrose around $40 to do this which includes 12 Road at 10am and departing 10.30am, months’ reg and a number plate. there is plenty of parking at the river. Bring a friend, tell your mates, as the more We will ride up the south branch to the the better, as this is for a great cause!

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reg Cross’ racing career started out with the family’s ride-on lawnmower, but now he races in the Ashburton big leagues. Growing up in Ashburton, Wheels Week has been a big part of Greg’s childhood. It was a mixture of going to the Wheels Week events such as the street sprints and watching his dad tinkering on his cars that sparked his love for cars and a determination to race. As soon as he was old enough to drive, his 80s Toyota Starlet was entered into the street sprints. This year will be Greg’s seventh year participating in the Ashburton Car Club’s street sprints, but there are two years that are his most memorable. His second year competing in the event, he had his dad in the car he came in too hot around a bend and made contact with a hay bale.

“I don’t think dad was too impressed when I hit the hay bales,” he said. And in 2017 he placed in the top 20 overall, and came 1st in the under 21 category. Hoping to do the same this year. “When I was young, going to the street sprints and watching it with dad, I never thought I would ever actually race in [it] myself. But now that I’m doing it, it’s a really achievable goal,” he said. Greg joined the Ashburton Car Club after heading along to the club’s other events like motorkhana. Events like street sprints and motorkhana require competitors to manoeuvre their car as fast as possible around a track one at a time.

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A matter of fact Here’s something you might not know from a past Wheels Week! 2007’s Wheels Week was a great year for raising funds for charity, a truck show event raised $4000 for the Child Cancer Foundation and an Ashburton motorcycle club event raised $2000 for the Ashburton Volunteer Fire Brigade.

hen people move to Ashburton, one thing that they should get when they move in is a Wheels Week brochure in their mailbox Because Wheels Week is a staple for more than just petrol heads in Ashburton. It’s a decades long tradition. Myself living in Ashburton since I was young, and a dad who is heavily into motorsport, Wheels Week events were a big part of my childhood. Year after year my brother and I would head to Wheels Week events with my dad. The street sprints was a highlight of the week for many. The Robinson Street industrial area is transformed into a racetrack. Many residents of Ashburton will have memories of sitting on the grandstands, smelling burned rubber, hay, and hot chips. I know I do. At the end of the week (or fortnight in recent years) the East Street, street

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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

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May 1 Drive-in Cinema The Ashburton Domain picnic area will be transformed into a cinema, with a movie starting at 6pm. Zentry from 5pm with food vendors onsite. Entry $30 per vehicle. Ashburton Vintage Car Club Swap Meet A collection of stalls including all things motoring and a wide range of bric–a–brac at 86 Maronan Road in Tinwald from 7.30am – 2.30pm. $5 per person entry (Children U15 free with paying adult); Sites $25.00. (Includes 1-person entry). Ashburton Speedway The Ashburton speedway is holding a two-days of racing featuring adult Ministock NZ title, Six Shooter CTRA South Island Title plus great support field at Seafield Road from 12.pm. Entry: $15 adult, $25.00 for a two-day pass, U14 free (must be accompanied by an adult). Americar Rod & Custom Club Car Show Displays and Rocker cover racing, car balancing and competitions at the Americar’s Club rooms on Maronan Road from 11am - 4pm. Gold coin entry, children free. Display vehicles free Plains Railway & Historical Museum Train Rides, Vintage Machinery, Museum Village open, Hand Craft Display. Browse through the Ashburton Fire Museum, the Ashburton Woodworkers and Lynn Woodworking Museum - take a miniature Train Ride with the Ashburton Steam & Model Engineers. All at the complex on Maronan Road in Tinwald from 11am - 4pm. Originals Motorcycle Show and Shine Open to all makes and models to be on site by 11.00am with public viewing from 11.30am - 4pm. Entry $10.00 per bike, prizes for top 10 bikes. Gold coin entry, money raised goes to charity.

May 2 Six Hour MTB Race Mountain Bike Ashburton is holding its 6-hour relay race for solo and teams on 10km MTB River Trail Loop. Race village at Allenton Rugby Rooms. Registration 8-9.30 am. Race 10am to 4pm. Food and drink available. Classic Car Run The Rotary Club of Ashburton Plains Classic Car Run i sopen to any vehicle. Registration is from 8.30- 10 am at the Ashburton ShowGrounds and will depart at 10.15 am and finish in Tinwald. Cost: $20 per vehicle. Light lunches available or you can take a picnic lunch.

Ashburton and back, and Wednesday run is from Rakaia/Hinds/Fairton/Marae to Ashburton and back. To book a trip call 03 308 1395 ext 225

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

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

Every Sat

Ashburton Farmers’ Market Local grown fresh food and produce, hot drinks. North End of West Street car park. Bulbs of Hope (daffodils and tulips) are being sold at the market as a fundraiser for the Cancer Society. 9am – 12.30pm The Ashburton Toy Library 106 Victoria Street, the Triangle. Open for toy exchange. 9.30am - 12.30pm

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

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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.

May 12

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Pathways is excited to present Nigel Latta speaking on parenting teens in 2021 at the EA Networks Centre from 6pm, as part of the Pathways 2021 Mid Canterbury Youth and Careers Exchange. All welcome. Tickets $15.

Night Car Trial meeting at the MSA with entries on the night. All vehicles will need licensed driver, navigator, pens, torch or spotlight, clipboards, and road legal. Documentation starting 6pm, starts 7pm. Entry: $30 per car.

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Drive-in Cinema The Ashburton Domain picnic area will be transformed into a cinema, with a movie starting at 6pm. Zentry from 5pm with food vendors onsite. Entry $30 per vehicle.

May 21-29

The Methven Rugby Club is celebrating 125 years from May 7-9. Registration for the formal events has closed but the public is invited to come along on Saturday May 8 to watch all the club’s sides in action. Drive-in Cinema The Ashburton Domain picnic area will be transformed into a cinema, with a movie starting at 6pm. Zentry from 5pm with food vendors onsite. Entry $30 per vehicle.

May 8 Shayne Adams Memorial Street Sprint Watch one car at a time as they race against the clock, down to a two-car run off on Sunday in the annual Street Sprints in the Riverside Industrial Estate from 8am on Saturday and Sunday. Entrance fee by donation. Entry Robinson Street past Roscos. Ashburton Forks Garden Railway Model Trains running around an established garden and static displays. Small scale model railway also on display, something for all ages. Starting 10am - 4pm on Saturday and Sunday at 132 Melcombe Street in Tinwald. Entry : $4Adults, $2 Childproceeds to Balamban Primary School, Philippines. Drive-in Cinema The Ashburton Domain picnic area will be transformed into a cinema, with a movie starting at 6pm. Zentry from 5pm with food vendors onsite. Entry $30 per vehicle.

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May 15 Wheelchair Basketball Come and see the wheelchair basketball team take on a local celebrity team at 3pm at the Oxford Street Stadium. Gold Coin entry. Motorcycle Tour The Ashburton Motorcycle Club is holding a tour, meeting at 9.30 am to leave at 10 am from Robert Harris on West Street. The ride will be approximately 200km depending on the weather. Ashburton Radio Controlled Drift A competition, demonstration - come along and have a go, RWD drift chassis. Ashburton Hotel, Gardenside room 11am – 8.30pm. Entry fee $15, spectators free

May 16 Ashburton Nurses Reunion Open to all Nurses or Nursing Assistance who have worked at Ashburton Hospital. Commencing with a service in the Hospital Chapel at 11. Lunch at the Hotel Ashburton at 12.30.Enquiries to Marilyn PH:3082311 or Carolyn at tismecarolyn@gmail.com Classic Boats on Lake Hood

May 8 and 9

Classic boats will be on display both on and off the water from 12.30-3.30pm, CWF Hamilton will also be there with their current models on show.

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Open Day, model trains running through the garden, static displays and “00” scale model railway operating. Adults $4, children $2. 10am-4pm both days. 132 Melcombe Street, Tinwald. Proceeds to Balamban Primary School, Philippines. Contact Kerry, 027 238 9936 or fb Ashburton Forks Garden Railway.

May 9

The Ashburton Motorcycle Club is holding a time trial at the corner of Somerton Road and Rakaia Barhill Methven Road in Rakaia. Competitors to pay entry fee. Vintage MX & Club TT.

Ashburton Skate Jam 2021 The Ashburton Skate Jam will be happening from 12pm-3pm sunday May 9 at the skate park on the corner of West Street and Moore Street.

May 4

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Pathways is the first in a sequence of four events that aim to support youth in Mid Canterbury in identifying their pathway, and to prepare them with the attributes essential to successfully entering the workforce and community. Pathways is designed to expose youth, parents and caregivers to the careers, recreational activities and support available to youth

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Ashburton Aviation Museum Ashburton Airport A great selection of many aircraft, from the past to the future. 10am - 3pm

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

This wonderful collection of aircraft and memorabilia will be open for viewing from 1pm until 4pm on Seafield Road. Entry $10 adult, children free. Ashburton Can-Am River Run A fundraising event for St John. Meet at the end of Melrose Road at 10am, departing 10.30am. $40 per vehicle. We will have lunch at Mt Somers Tavern before the return trip. Recommended that all

Bring along your pride and joy, vintage, classic or modern, cars, motorcycles, trucks etc at the Goodyear/Robert Harris car park West Street Ashburton, 11am to 2pm

River Trail Mountain Bike Ride Come and explore the 10km of purpose-built mountain bike track developed and maintained by Mountain Bike Ashburton, followed by a BBQ back at the Skills Park on Dobson St Wes from 2.30pm Gold coin donation.

Mid Canterbury 4X4 Club Play day at the 4WD Park located at the river end of Cochranes Road just off Beach Road, starting at 11.30am.

May 19 Rural Support – Mates in Agriculture Rural Connections. Connecting our Rural Community, empowering you to help your mates in agriculture. You are an important connection to our mates in agriculture. You visit, connect with them, share in their journey on farm. Your link to the person is very important as you might be the only

person they have seen in a while. We would like to give you some tools and strategies to help you, help them in times of need. All people that connect with farmers in the rural service industry at the coalface. Guest speaker Slade McFarland, Craig “Wiggy” Wiggins, Dr Sue Fowlie, Sara Scott Counsellor, Pup and the Rural Support Mid Canterbury team. Entry via RSVP, $10 for lunch, email farmingfamilies4u@ gmail.com. Ashburton Racecourse.

It’s Only Rock n Roll Baby Following the successes of Just the Boyz, Not Just the Boyz and Just the Boyz are Back, Variety Theatre Ashburton brings you It’s Only Rock n Roll Baby. Written and Directed by Gavin Templeton with Sarah Templeton as Musical Director, and Choreography from Jessie Thomson with a talented cast of local performers. Featuring many of your favourite songs from decades gone by like –Those Flirty Songs - I’m Into Something Good, Then He Kissed Me and a Sixties Medley; The One Hit Wonders - Sugar Sugar, Hand in My Pocket and Walking on SunshineThose; Inspirational Songs You’re the Voice, This Is Me and Over the Rainbow; Country Classics like - Wagon Wheel, Country Road and Feel Like a Woman; The Ones you Singalong to - Sweet Caroline, Butter Cup and Delilah; The ones that will make you Laugh or Cry - It’s Just Drag, Big Spender, Time Warp, Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me, I Am Woman and Only Woman Bleed plus many more. It’s Only Rock n Roll will leave you wanting more Baby.

May 29 Bubbles and Bling Looking for an afternoon of fun for a good cause? Bubbles and Bling – A Hospice Mid Canterbury Fundraiser – could be the answer. Enjoy a glass of bubbles on arrival, a sumptuous afternoon tea prepared by local chef Chantelle Quinn and listen to two special guests showcasing their fragrance and wine ranges. Benny Castles from WORLD fashion house will be presenting a Perfume masterclass and Virginie Le Brun will be introducing the wines of No.1 Family Estate. At the Trott’s Community Garden from 1.30pm to 4pm. Tickets $95 from Hospice Mid Canterbury or phone 307 8387.

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.

October 14 St John Garden Fete 10am to 4pm Rakaia Gardens – 282 Awora School Road, RD11 Rakaia. At Ted & Sue Rollinsons. All proceeds being donated to St John Mid Canterbury (Ashburton, Methven, Mayfield) to support local services. The beautiful garden is located 10 minutes from Rakaia and 30 minutes from Ashburton. Open air site with craft vendors.

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Yaldhurst 325 Old West Coast Road Contractors and truckers delight This is an exceptional opportunity to secure a prime 4.06 hectare property. Located on Old West Coast Road, it is well connected with easy access to all areas of the city and main arterial routes leading out of Christchurch; both north and south. Currently consented for a contracting business, the property boasts a cleverly laid out 714sqm building that encompasses office space, a huge board room, bathroom, toilets and kitchen facilities plus a large workshop and tool storage areas. A consented truck wash, onsite well and re-fuelling station offer the perfect solution for civil/agricultural contractors or trucking companies looking to maximise space with a growing business. Whilst ideally set up for a contracting enterprise, this property will also appeal strongly to buyers looking at other opportunities; especially given its strategic location close to Christchurch City and Christchurch International Airport. Vendor says, “Ignore all previous pricing”. Their decision is made – this must be sold on or before Deadline. bayleys.co.nz/559873

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Town and Country 29 Mitcham Road, Ashburton

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A versatile eight hectare property within a stone’s throw of the Ashburton township, this family home and lifestyle package truly offers the very best of town and country. The whole family can spread out and relax in the spacious and tastefully decorated four-bedroom home. The open plan living, dining and kitchen area flows effortlessly to the outdoor living, lending itself beautifully to entertaining a crowd. The stunning kitchen features a butler’s pantry and a large kitchen island for the family to gather or enjoy a casual meal. Each of the four generous bedrooms open to the outdoors, creating a connection with the gardens from all areas of the house. A roomy family bathroom with freestanding bath is complemented by the private master ensuite. Immaculately presented, with a fresh palette of subtle, neutral tones, this is

a house you’ll be proud to call home. Heat pump air conditioning promises year-round comfort, and you’ll be kept cosy on even the coldest of Mid Canterbury nights by the log burner. You’ll find the property well equipped for managing stock, with facilities including cattle yards, a shearing stand with covered yards and pens for calf rearing. The property has its own bore, and the recently-trimmed trees offer excellent shelter. Two double garages provide ample storage for all the gear plus the boat, or you could retain the current setup and make room for your projects by using one of the garages as a workshop. Situated in this desired neighbourhood just five minutes from town and even closer to the golf course, this is a soughtafter location that’s seldom available. Families will appreciate the excellent local schools and amenities.

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Town and country A versatile eight hectare property within a stone's throw of the Ashburton township, this family home and lifestyle package truly offers the very best of town and country. The whole family can spread out and relax in the spacious and tastefully decorated four bedroom home. The open plan living, dining and kitchen area flows effortlessly to the outdoor living, lending itself beautifully to entertaining a crowd. The stunning kitchen features a butler's pantry and a large kitchen island for the family to gather or enjoy a casual meal. Each of the four generous bedrooms open to the outdoors, creating a connection with the gardens.

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Allenton 16 Country Place 4

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Contemporary in Coniston This approximately 247sqm residence is set on a 1,167sqm (more or less) level rear section for your peace and privacy. The spacious open plan living, kitchen and dining and separate lounge provides plenty of space to keep all the family happy. The family home boasts four bedrooms and two bathrooms with heating provided by two heat pumps. The private back yard with good mix of lawn and gardens is perfect for children and pets. An internal double garage and excellent off-street parking can cater to numerous vehicles. Argyle Park is conveniently located just around the corner.

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Allenton Bella Vista Motel Ashburton

Tinwald 9 Grove Street

Change of lifestyle

Grove of opportunity

Two storey home with permanent material on the ground level, four good-sized bedrooms, two living areas, and three heat pumps provide comfort all year round. Fully fenced section with space for a man cave or workshop.

Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 20 May 2021 3 Deans Avenue, Chch View Sat 1.30-2pm & Wed 5.30-6pm Olé Wallis 021 0273 7307

Looking for a change of lifestyle for yourself or family? This 23 year lease motel is a great opportunity for you to step up and be your own boss. Come and enjoy the lifestyle this business and location has to offer.

Asking Price $695,000 + GST (if any) View by appointment Olé Wallis 021 0273 7307 ole.wallis@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

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

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Methven 34 Dolma Street Sheltered, secluded, sophisticated, sensational Maximising its magnificent location and sheltered to perfection, this approximately 240sqm four bedroom home offers a new kitchen, open plan living and spectacular grounds.

Methven 1 Lochhead Crescent 4

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The exception, not the norm

Single level Oamaru stone construction townhouse boasts three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. This 127sqm townhouse is situated on a 397sqm front section and offers double glazing, underfloor heating and heat pump to soothe the winters chill.

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Methven 191 Main Street

Methven 73 Racecourse Avenue

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.

For Sale offers invited over $668,000 View by appointment Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387 rosa.dekker@bayleys.co.nz

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Fresh contemporary vibes

Elegant 162sqm home offers three double bedrooms with the master bedroom complete with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, plus a large modern family bathroom to complete this floorplan. A fully fenced 630sqm section with easy-care gardens.

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Methven 5 Wayne Place

Mt Somers 55B Mt Jollie Street

Embrace the space

Seriously good living is on offer here. Set on a 936sqm section, this five bedroom home has an expansive 189sqm floor plan including an open plan kitchen and dining area with a separate large living area.

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Are you looking to start your family tradition at Lake Clearwater? This fantastic three bedroom bach plus a converted caravan has space for all the family. With open plan living you can access the stunning views to the mountains via the sliding doors.

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

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So much potential 29 Buckleys Terrace, Tinwald

If you’re looking for a sunny townhouse with country views I’ve found it. Oamaru stone, tiled roof, aluminium windows. Lovely and sunny easy-care section.

The kitchen looks straight into country views. Good size living area facing the afternoon sun. Two good-sized bedrooms with triple wardrobes.

Separate toilet, the shower has an upgraded shower unit. The laundry is separate. So here’s the story . . . some new carpet and some painting and you have got yourself a cracker.

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• 2 double bedrooms plus office sunroom or single third bedroom • Updated kitchen/laundry • Diesel burner for heating • Large 1333sqm corner section

10 Bowen Street Rakaia

• Three bedrooms • Open plan living, dining, and kitchen • Double garage • Private patio area

1D Carters Terrace Tinwald

23 Beach Road, Hampstead

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Enquiries over $390,000

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116 Rolleston Street Rakaia

1 Kelburn Place, Tinwald

41 Brucefield Avenue Netherby

144 Railway Terrace Rakaia

Price $455,000

Price $711,000

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Allens Road Subdivision Unit 7

Allens Road Subdivision Unit 8

2 Dunford Street Rakaia

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

• Three bedrooms • Open plan kitchen dining and lounge • 2 bathrooms

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

• Three bedrooms • Subject to consent • Double garage • Open plan living

• New kitchen • New bathroom and laundry • Three bedrooms • Double garage

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

Allens Road Subdivision Unit 9

• Main bathroom and ensuite • Double garage • Three bedrooms • Subject to consents

Enquiries over $495,000

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

• 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.

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Acton Road, Lot 1 & 8 Rakaia

• Lot 1 $250,000 • Lot 8 $250,000 • Section sizes from 2.2ha

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Braebrook Living 10E Magnolia Drive, Netherby This property offers outstanding living that includes a large living/ dining area and separate lounge area that has sliding doors opening out to a sunny and private area for your outdoor entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with quality appliances and has amazing bench space. The four bedrooms are all large doubles with wardrobes and the master has an ensuite with a generous sized tiled shower. There is a smart centrally located

bathroom with shower and bath, separate toilet with handbasin – such a clever use of space and heaps of storage! The fully fenced rear section with low maintenance landscaping, assures minimum upkeep with the ability for green thumbs to develop into a blossoming garden. Situated close to the local shops, sports facilities and schools, this is a perfect opportunity to start or continue to enjoy your life in Braebrook.

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Tinwald 3 Roxburgh Place

Open Home

Just immaculate Beautifully presented two bedroom unit with new carpet and vinyl throughout and updated bathroom. Open plan kitchen dining flows to a sunny living area with sliding door out to lovely sheltered patio area. Insulated top and bottom and with a heat pump, you will be comfortable all year round. Free standing covered in car port. If you are thinking of downsizing or adding to your investment portfolio, then act now - this won't last long.

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Ashburton 89 Aitken Street

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. Two heat pumps provide you with all year round comfort. Nestled amongst the pretty and well established landscaped gardens and grounds, you'll love the quiet relaxed feeling you get sitting in the private and sunny outdoor area.

Netherby 10E Magnolia Drive

Open Home

Pretty as a picture

For Sale Buyers $670,000+ Brand new and waiting to be loved. A well designed home of four bedrooms with View Sat 1 May 10.00 - 10.30am 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 Web pb.co.nz/AU82761 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. The master bedroom is generous and boasts an impressive ensuite and walk in robe. The main bathroom and separate toilet are positioned close to the other bedrooms. The laundry nook with joinery is tucked away seamlessly in the double garage.

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Allenton 9 Alton Place

Braebrook living

This property offers outstanding living that includes a large living/dining area and separate lounge area that has sliding doors opening out to a sunny and private area for your outdoor entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with quality appliances and has amazing bench space. The four bedrooms are all large doubles with wardrobes and the master has an ensuite with a generous sized tiled shower. There is a smart centrally located bathroom with shower and bath, separate toilet with handbasin such a clever use of space and heaps of storage!

For Sale Buyers $595,000+ View Sat 1 May 11.30 - 12.00pm Web pb.co.nz/AU83720

Allenton 3/43 Walnut Avenue

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A cut above the rest

Situated on a private and spacious section in Alton Place finds this 286m2 home on For Sale Buyers $845,000+ View Sat 1 May 12.15 - 12.45pm 978m2 a real beauty. Web pb.co.nz/AU86803 This stunning property offers outstanding living that includes a separate lounge area with an additional large living/dining area that has sliding doors opening out to a sunny entertaining area which offers a private oasis for your outdoor entertaining. The large versatile modern up spec kitchen has all that you will ever want with its engineered stone bench top, quality appliances and a butlers pantry.

Just the location!

This much admired home is now on the market. Seldom within the town boundary do you get 1474sqm of section which allows room for those additional vehicles, boats, jet skis and all those other toys. This property is immaculately presented and ready for a new family. The home has been lived and loved by the same family since it was built. It consists of 3 double bedrooms, separate lounge with log burner, separate dining and kitchen with walk-in pantry. Upstairs and downstairs bathrooms and a large double garage with automatic doors. Outdoors we have a lovely garden and glasshouse.

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Double garaging with one auto door opener and an extra toilet in the garage.

Tinwald 47 Tarbottons Road

Quality build - quality home - 1474sqm

Townhouse with two double bedrooms and built in robes, open plan living area with For Sale Buyers $325,000+ View By appointment heat pump and HRV unit. Web pb.co.nz/AU86190 The living area opening to a verandah patio and attractive garden area.

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Greg Jopson 027 447 4382

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NEW LISTING

Where Town Meets Country 48 Murdochs Road, Newland Four bare land sections of approximately 4000m². Popular location in sheltered setting with country outlook. Town water, power and fibre to be supplied to each section. Each section to be fenced. Front lot has own well and access off Murdochs Road.

Driveway to be formed and shingled to Lots 2, 3 and 4. Lot Lot Lot Lot

1 - $265,000 (front lot) 2 - $250,000 3 - $250,000 4 - $250,000

Priced from: $250,000

All subject to final survey and issue of title.

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124A Alford Forest Road, ALLENTON This town house is generous in size, providing spacious living and easy care grounds. You will be impressed with the extras in this home. Double the standard ceiling insulation, fully insulated garage, attic stairs for ease of ceiling access and extensive storage. Superior construction with a strong ribraft floor and foundation. Excellent offstreet parking, suitable for campervan or boat. A well finished property complete with

window furnishings and extending sunshade over outdoor courtyard area, garden shed. This property won’t last long, call now for a viewing.

Offers over $535,000

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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.

Offers over $265,000

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LOT 2

SOLD

Fully Serviced Lifestyle Sections

It’s Location That Counts! 122 Barkers Road, METHVEN

If you have been wishing for a 2 hectare lifestyle property this could be the one. You won’t be disappointed with the 18m x 18m shed with power, combined workshop plus garaging for extra vehicles. This family home has five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Master bedroom has en suite, WIR and sliding doors out to the gardens. All bedrooms are doubles, one other bedroom also has an en suite. The hub of the home is open plan with two living areas and modern kitchen and there is a separate lounge.

The family lounge has a log burner and double doors opening onto the courtyard with a covered area to entertain. There is a built-in barbecue with a bench and spa pool included. Double glazed throughout, with underfloor heating in the kitchen and all three bathrooms. Three paddocks are post and wire fenced, perfect for small livestock plus the convenience of town water supply. Superb location. 5 3 4 Offers over $1,199,000

Web ID ML2811035

Racecourse Road Enjoy the benefit of all town services in a convenient lifestyle setting with superb mountain views. Each site benefits from a low pressure sewer connection to the town system without the need for a costly septic tank. All other services of fibre, power and water provided to boundary. These sites provide the best of both worlds where town meets country. The speed limit in this location will be reduced to 50km/h consistent with other urban locations.

This development is a short walk to Allenton and 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. Generous sized lifestyle sections from 5000m2 provide plenty of space suitable for the most adventurous builds. General covenants for this subdivision will ensure standards are maintained for a quality environment. Priced from $335,000

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Grahams Road, Huntingdon, Ashburton

177 Mitcham Road, ASHBURTON

Shop 2, 75 Harrison Street, ALLENTON

• 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.

Situated on 8.7540ha of land, fully deer fenced, with a central laneway leading to the deer shed/ cattle yard facilities, this property has historically been used for fattening deer, cattle and lambs and latterly used for ewes and lambs. Open plan modern kitchen with three living areas all having access to courtyards and gardens, five bedrooms and three bathrooms plus hobby room/office. Offers over $950,000 Plus GST (if any) Web ID ALW2631727

An ideal sized premises at an affordable price. Suited to retail or office activities. The interior has been modernised with near new carpet flooring tiles, LED lighting, security alarm and heat pump. The layout comprises a large open plan area and a partitioned office plus amenities. Total approximate lettable floor area of 64.59 square metres.

Offers Over $499,000 incl GST

Web ID ALE2741318

FOR LEASE

Frontrunner Ashburton

Prominent East Street Retail

Established Business

190 East Street, ASHBURTON

Ashburton’s only specialised sports footwear business well located within a thriving retail environment with plenty of onsite parking. The Frontrunner is a well-established national brand providing a wide product range of apparel and equipment beyond footwear. A sports massage service complements the needs for the most competitive of athletes. An opportunity for a new owner to take the business to another level. Price On application

Web ID ABS2674271

This prime East Street retail space incorporating 55m2 of retail plus office/store area is available for a new business. Whether you want high levels of foot traffic, off-street parking at your door, East Street frontage this tenancy ticks the boxes! Available now.

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Motoring April 30, 2021

ispano Suiza presents Unique Tailormade, a customisation programme that will convert each Hispano Suiza created in a unique

work of art. The brand raises the concept of luxury to its maximum exponent, thus creating the concept of Hyperlux, which allows its discerning customers to create a totally custom-made car. In total, there are 1904 different customisation combinations, achieving unmatched differentiation. Hispano Suiza Carmen is much more than a vehicle. Its performance, materials and technology make it a dream come true both for the Suqué Mateu family, who brought the legendary Spanish brand

back to life, and for luxury car lovers. As if it were a work of art, each Carmen produced is unique, since the buyer can make countless customisations inside and outside. It is here where the concept of Hyperlux is raised to its maximum exponent. The Hispano Suiza Carmen is already a highly exclusive piece, due to the fact that its production is limited to 19 units, of which only five will be built in the Boulogne version. Carmen’s design inspiration is based on the Dubonnet Xenia from the 1930s, although the technology has nothing to do with that of the past, nor with that of any other car in the market today. Proof of this are the more than 1000 CV of power that it achieves thanks to its four

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permanent magnet synchronous motors housed in the rear axle, its 1160 Nm of torque or the acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 2.6 s. Hispano Suiza also wants its customers to turn the vehicle of their dreams into reality, and for this reason the Hispano Suiza Design Studio has created the Unique Tailormade Program based on the Color&Trim defined by the brand. Each customer will have at their disposal an internally developed customisation program to configure their vehicle. Through this, they will be able to choose between three configuration lines that reflect the main values of the brand’s DNA - Elegance, Heritage and Sport and, based on these, each client will have the option of choosing different colors or

materials for the interior and exterior of the vehicle, which will allow them to add a personal touch to the design and adapt it to their tastes. The colours have been named after the historic landmarks and milestones of the brand, such as Peralada Green, Swiss Red, Xenia Gray, Birkigt White or Begur Blue, among others. Customisable exterior parts include the grille, rear-view mirrors, body colour, wheels, and air intakes; with regards to the interiors, the customer can choose different options and colours for the steering wheel, dashboard, seat upholstery or floor mats. In total, there are 1904 possible combinations, which practically prevents two identical Hispano Suiza Carmen from leaving the Barcelona factory.

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Rolling into town again By Bernard Egan MOTORING WRITER

oday we are on the cusp of something really good and eagerly awaited. Something Covid deprived us of last year, hence the wait has been a long one. But Wheels Week 2021 will be something well worth the wait. Actually, it’s really Wheels Two Weeks, because from May 1 to 16, Wheels Week Ashburton’s unique and iconic celebration of all things wheelie will provide an array of events which have very wide-ranging appeal.

Tomorrow alone there is an opportunity to visit five functions – get a bargain at the Swap Meet, see Rod and Custom cars, call into the Plains Railway, watch speedway racing or visit the Originals Motorcycle Show and Shine. Then on Sunday the Motorcycle Club will be staging their TT event, the Mountain Bike Club have a relay, the Aviation Museum is open, as it will be on several other days, and the Rotary Club of Ashburton Plains Classic Car Run will be staged. The list goes on – ever wanted to go to a drive–in movie? Well you can on Friday night May 14. Earlier that week there’s a night-time car trial, and what about seeing some drifting, or stopping by for coffee and classics? A ride on a model train might appeal, and no doubt the wheelchair basketball

will be entertaining. The Mid Canterbury 4X4 Club are having a play day, classic boats will be seen at Lake Hood, and go kart paddock racing will be interesting. And wait, there’s more – truly something for everyone. In the middle of it all is a very special and this year especially poignant event – the Shayne Adams Memorial Street Sprints will take place on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 May. It’s impossible within a few words to do justice to the amazing programme, so best thing to do is pick a copy, or visit www. wheelsweek.co.nz Make sure you do so you don’t miss out. Thanks to a great team of organisers, supporting clubs and 27 proud sponsors, 2021 Wheels Week is about to roll into town. Roll on Wheels Week, and all the enjoyment and fun which goes with it.

Either way you look at it, this line-up is superbly impressive.

drive to Methven is always good. The visit Stuart Hart and I made on Saturday was even more interesting than usual. On the way up we enjoyed magnifi-

cent views of the mountains, but coming home we could hardly see beyond the bonnet, when we encountered a very dramatic thunderstorm, accompanied by torrential rain. In Methven we saw a magnificent

display of Bentleys, with a sprinkling of Rolls-Royces, lined up by their owners who had been enjoying a local tour. The oldest car was a very early model, the youngest was almost new, and in between there were a variety of superb models.

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n his early days Walter Owen Bentley who would go on to build the cars which continue to bear his name, successfully competed in motorsport. One of the cars in which he had success was a DFP. We can be excused for not recognising this marque, which is an abbreviation of the Company name Doriot, Flandrin & Parant, a French car maker which operated between 1906 and 1926. After production finished, the factory was sold to light car maker Lafitte, but eventually it closed in 1928. DPF is another name 1908 DFP from the annals of motoring history which has all but vanished into the mists of time, but it still has that association with – and influenced – one of the greats – W. O. Bentley.

Walter Owen (W.O.) Bentley founded his company in 1919 with the goal of building “a fast car, a good car, the best in its class” – qualities which have remained and were very apparent in all the magnificent cars seen in Methven.

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ust as the new Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory is starting to win in comparison tests arranged by the world’s leading motorcycle magazines, thus reaffirming a long-standing technical superiority, Aprilia RSV4 X, the commemorative version built to celebrate ten years since the birth of the first model, sells out in a matter of hours. Exclusively unveiled at the Mugello circuit during Aprilia All Stars, the Aprilia-branded party that saw the participation of more than 10,000 motorcycle enthusiasts, Aprilia RSV4 X is developed by Aprilia Racing around the base of the RSV4 1100 Factory and produced in a limited run of just ten units. Once online booking opened on factoryworks.aprilia.com, it was only a few hours before this jewel of Italian racing production sold out, a bike dedicated exclusively to the track and offered at a price of 39,900 Euro.

The ten lucky buyers will collect their bikes directly from Aprilia Racing, the racing department in Noale opening its doors especially for the occasion. The department’s racing experience has been fully harnessed in order to lighten the Aprilia RSV4 X and achieve an exceptional dry weight of 165 kg. Aprilia Racing has selected a series of refined, lightweight components, such as the carbon fairing – enhanced with special dedicated graphics inspired by the livery of the 2019 MotoGP Aprilia RS-GP as well as a more lightweight tank. Another obvious sports-derived element is the racing panel via which to adjust the main electronic controls of the RSV4 X. There are numerous billet aluminium details, such as the clutch lever, the front brake lever guard, the engine sump guards, the adjustable foot pegs and the upper steering plate, important details that make for a further weight saving.

Marchesini forged magnesium wheels magnify the already spectacular handling of the RSV4 and mount Pirelli slick tyres. The inimitable 1100 cc V4 engine is prepared directly by Aprilia Racing, the most advanced Piaggio Group platform for the development of technology applied first to racing bikes and then to factory models. This special preparation involves hand assembly and the subsequent fine-tuning of all tolerances, just as is done for competition engines. The Akrapovic exhaust system features titanium collectors and a carbon outlet, while the air filter has been replaced with a Sprint Filter element, specifically the air filter that offers the highest permeability of those available on the market (as well as being waterproof), the same unit that Aprilia Racing uses in MotoGP. Electronic tuning is guaranteed by a specific ECU mapping, with

Bespoke brilliance

ston Martin is revealing more details of its forthcoming V12 Speedster – the open cockpit celebration of the British luxury sports car brand’s proud past and exciting

future. Just 88 examples of the Aston Martin V12 Speedster are available worldwide and this week the brand is unveiling details of a custom specification that is certain to underscore the cars’ instant collector’s item status. The new car aligns gracefully with a heritage that features not only the exceptional DBR1, but also the breathtaking CC100 which was unveiled in 2013 as a stunning celebration of Aston Martin’s century of sports car excellence. The DBR1 is the most successful racing machine constructed by Aston Martin, having triumphed in the 1959 staging of both the 24 hours of Le Mans and the 1000 km of Nürburgring.

Although a car made for competitive racing, the DBR1 was also a precursor for some of the marque’s most well-known heritage DB road cars. It was styled in-house by a highly talented designer, Frank Feeley, and remains one of the most beautiful and graceful of all time. At the new car’s heart lies a high-performance variant of Aston Martin’s now iconic 5.2-litre V12 Twin-Turbo engine, capable of generating an output of around 700 PS and 753 Nm, mated to a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission mounted towards the rear of the car. This translates into a 0-62 mph time in the order of 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 198 mph – no mean feat in a car devoid of roof or windscreen. Orders are now being taken for the DBR1 custom V12 Speedsters, each being hand built at the company’s Gaydon headquarters, with deliveries expected to begin in mid 2021.

dedicated track settings. These components ensure an increase in maximum power, from an already excellent 217 HP for the standard model, to the impressive 225 HP of the RSV4 X. The Aprilia V4 is equipped with the ANN system (Aprilia No Neutral), the gearbox with neutral positioned below first gear that speeds up shifting from first to second and prevents any up-shifting errors. It’s a solution that derives directly from Aprilia’s experience in SBK and MotoGP and that is made available on a model on public sale for the very first time. Another world first comes in the shape of the Brembo braking system, the firm having selected the Aprilia RSV4 X for the debut of its sophisticated and extremely efficient GP4-MS billet callipers that act on a pair of steel discs with T-Drive technology and are controlled by a 19x16 billet radial pump.

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Chasing ducks to entering rucks By Matt Markham matt.m@theguardian.co.nz

Some will head for the waters to chase ducks, while the others head to the rugby paddock to engage in rucks. And then there’s those who will do both. Mid Canterbury Senior B competition takes on a smaller role this weekend with just the two matches for the round, with the Southern and Mt Somers clash having already been played to allow teams to take part in the opening weekend of duck shooting. But their absence doesn’t leave too much of a hole in the week’s play, with two really strong matchups on the programme for what should be a good day of rugby. Celtic will be out to hold onto the Bruce Beckley Challenge Shield when Allenton come to Keenans Road, in what should be the game of the round. Both sides had strong wins in the opening round of the competition, Celtic overcoming Mt Somers and Allenton putting in a strong performance to down Collegiate and Hampstead Combined. In front of their home crowd and with the Bruce Beckley on the line, there’s a real strong opportunity for the Celtic side to get some forward momentum into their season with a win to-

morrow, especially with a clash against Methven looming next weekend as part of Methven’s 125th Celebration. Methven head into town today, looking to build on their strong first round victory over Southern two weeks ago. They will head to Collegiate to take on the combined side in the second match of the round. While beaten by Allenton, the combined side showed plenty of

try-scoring ability in defeat, and Methven will be fully aware of that danger and want to stamp it out of the game as quickly as possible. The Celtic and Allenton clash kicks off at Celtic at 1pm as the curtain raiser to a local derby in the Combined senior competition between Celtic and Southern, while Collegiate/Hampstead and Methven lock horns at 2.30pm just around the corner.

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Celtic’s senior reserve Killer Bzzzzz have a firm hold on the Bruce Beckley Challenge Shield, with no intention of giving it up any time soon.

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R8 HYDROFLOW HCAP PACE $12,000 2600m 16:28 1 x0000 Pocket Call Lionel Dobbs 2 60828 Art Collector John Morrison 3 69795 Aveross Rustler Korbyn Newman 4 279 Artatac S J Ottley 5 67245 Reflectionsofmylife T S Chmiel R D Close 6 1 Stac 7 31524 Megarock G D O’reilly 8 62x41 Teds Legacy M P Edmonds 9 66180 Cheapcheap J C E Thomas 10 18721 Rockntommy Rulz Ben Hope 11 41632 Ivana Legacy Sheree Tomlinson 12 x6070 One Direction J W Cox 13 72407 No Nukes Skipper S R Mcnally B N Orange 14 1x308 Sky Vale 15 35418 Le Pole Dancer P J Davis R T May 16 42188 Terrier Sarah O’reilly 17 14585 Buckskin 18 54017 Radioactive Jaffa Craig D Thornley R9 SPECTATORS - NOW OPEN SUNDAYS! MOBILE PACE $17,500 1980m 16:53 1 52144 Arden’s Reality J W Cox 2 66000 Back In Black T S Chmiel 3 57x36 Cardinal Sin Sarah O’reilly R T May 4 54313 Cheezel 5 68061 Mikey Maguire B N Orange 6 135x9 Fabrizio 7 13362 Belmont Major J F Curtin 8 47551 Matt Damon Korbyn Newman 9 51114 Plutonium Lady S J Ottley

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9 51088 Betterbebetter J P Stormont R10 NZB STANDARDBRED MOBILE PACE $14,500 2200m 21:51 1 21648 Mimi E Coco B M Mangos 2 62111 The Honey Queen J I Dickie 3 3544 Warloch P C Ferguson D J Butcher 4 58117 Superbass 5 81163 Dance Time B D Butcher Z E Butcher 6 54926 Havtime

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4 67597 Willis Graham M W Mckendry N A Chilcott 5 Phoebe Majestic 6 x0x60 Te Kouka Sun Rise M D Nicholas 7 0x700 Empress Of The Sun Z E Butcher 8 0x968 Debbie Lee Galleon T A Macfarlane 9 22634 Aldebaran Flame B P Hackett SIMS PACIFIC METALS - MONEY FOR METALS MOBILE PACE $12,000 2200m 18:52 1 73x21 Chris Kyle B M Mangos 2 31852 Cashlodo Flybye B D Butcher 3 x09x3 Meetmeinsorrento D P Ferguson 4 98x21 Louie The Punter Z E Butcher 5 40979 Lynton Creek K J Marshall 6 5x526 Kerri Maguire D J Butcher 7 5175x Blitzembye T W Mitchell 8 606x0 Governor’s Bay M W Mckendry R5 MAGNESS BENROW NZ SIRES STAKES CHAMPIONSHIP $130,000 1700m 19:20 1 1417 Play Philly J I Dickie 2 4136 A Bettor You T M Williams 3 2721 Suntan Mark Purdon A G Herlihy Mnzm 4 5134 Mr Kaplan 5 48 Lady La Salle Luke Whittaker R J Butt 6 28 Cover Girl 7 84444 Chantilly Nathan Delany 8 2233 Dance Till Dawn J R Dunn

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Injuries hurting Highlanders “It’s a big disappointment for him, so hopefully he can come back and have another good [NPC].” He said it was good to have Gilbert back, the young outside back having had his introduction to the side a year ago. Brown said the 22-year-old was a more natural fullback, although the side was just keen to get him on the field. While tonight’s game may be meaningless in terms of making the competition final, the Highlanders were focused on it and not the looming trans-Tasman competition. They have yet to claim back-to-back wins, although doing so will ensure they finish the Aotearoa competition with a win over each team. There had been games among those lost – notably the Chiefs at Forsyth Barr Stadium – that the side had let slip away, which left Brown with a feeling of disappointment. “We haven’t done that [won back-to-back games] yet. But for us, whatever happens against the Hurricanes it’s going to be one of those campaigns where we lost a couple of games that we shouldn’t have. “It’ll always be the disappointing thing at the end of this campaign . . . that we should be in the final.”

Marino Mikaele-Tu’u is the latest to fall in the Highlanders’ injury-plagued season. The dynamic loose forward will miss the remainder of Super Rugby, having sustained a stress fracture in his leg. He is one of two players missing due to injury for the side’s final Super Rugby Aotearoa match, against the Hurricanes in Wellington tonight. Ngane Punivai will also miss the game, having suffered bleeding in a quadriceps. The versatile back has been replaced by Sam Gilbert on the right wing, who returns after a nine-month injury layoff himself. Hugh Renton replaces Mikaele-Tu’u on the bench, while loosehead prop Ethan De Groot switches into the starting line-up for Ayden Johnstone in the only other change from the side which beat the Blues two weeks ago. Highlanders coach Tony Brown said it was disappointing to lose Mikaele-Tu’u, who is the side’s eighth player ruled out for the season. “It’s a bit consistent with the rest of our guys,” he said. “We seem to be losing two guys a week on average at the moment.

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Friday: Cloud increasing. Showers afternoon, possibly heavy. Light winds, then S developing afternoon.

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A ridge covers most of New Zealand. A cold front moves up the east of the South Island Friday. The ridge dominates for the remainder of the forecast period, however, a weak trough moves up the North Island Saturday, and another during Monday. Northwesterlies develop in the far south on Monday ahead of a front approaching the South Island from the south Tasman Sea.

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Friday: Fine start, then cloud increasing. Showers developing in the afternoon, possibly heavy, turning to rain and becoming confined to the foothills during the evening. Light winds, then southerlies developing in the afternoon. Saturday: A mostly cloudy morning, with a possible shower, then gradually becoming fine. Southwesterlies dying out. Sunday: Mainly fine. Light winds.

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Saturday: Morning cloud, and a possible shower, then becoming fine. Southwesterlies dying out by midday.

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Friday: Cloud thickening. Scattered rain spreading northwards through the afternoon, then clearing south of Lake Pukaki and becoming fine. Wind at 1000m: Light, but westerly gale 70 km/h south of Mt Hutt, spreading elsewhere by midday, dying out everywhere in the evening. Wind at 2000m: Westerly 45 km/h, but gale 75 km/h south of Arthur’s Pass for a time in the morning and afternoon. Freezing level: 2500m, lowering to 2000m in the far east at night. Saturday: Morning cloud and rain north of Lake Pukaki, clearing and fine breaks increasing. Mainly fine elsewhere. Wind at 1000m: Light. Wind at 2000m: Southwesterly 40 km/h. Freezing level: 2400m, but 1900m in the far east early morning, rising to 2800m everywhere in the evening. Sunday: Mainly fine. Light winds.

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Sunday: Mainly fine. Light winds. MAX

Readings to 4pm Thursday

Ashburton Airport Temp °C Maximum 21.0 Minimum 1.4 Grass min -2.8 24hr Rain mm 0.0 42.8 Month to date NW 19 Wind km/h 9:31am Strongest gust Sun hrs on Wed 9.9 186.0 Month to date

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H 6:08am 6:39pm 7:08am 7:38pm 8:09am L 12:20pm 12:56am 1:17pm 1:54am H 5:45am 6:19pm 6:48am 7:23pm 7:56am L 12:01pm 12:37am 1:02pm 1:39am

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Impressive showing from local karateka

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

With a number of major events just around the corner, including one on home mats, members of Ashburton Dojo are hitting form at just the right moment. A six-strong contingent of locals trekked to Christchurch over the long weekend to compete at the New Zealand Open Karate Championships which were held at Pioneer Stadium over both Friday and Saturday. And they came home with

plenty to smile about. It’s a busy time ahead for the group. This weekend they’re back on the mats for the Canterbury Westland Championships – again in Christchurch – and then later next month they’ll turn all their attention to the Shotokan Championships which will be held in Ashburton at their home base in Tinwald. Cancelled last year due to Covid-19, the group are looking forward to hosting it again this year with the tournament bringing competitors from Christchurch,

Timaru and Akaroa into town for the event. On the weekend just been, Ashburton Dojo members were right amongst all the action, including four victories across the course of the competition. Brooke Edmond, who was competing in the female eight and nine-year-old division, picked up first placings in both

the Kata and Kumite to wrap up a very strong weekend for her on the mats. Madison Edmond was also in good form, winning the female 10-11 years Kumite, while Cargill Henderson also showed strong form claiming glory in the men’s 35-44 year development Kumite. Henderson also grabbed a second placing in the Kata in the

same age division and was second in the Men’s 18+ years Kumite. Placings across the weekend also came from Carina Lupse in the female 10-11 years premier Kumite and Isabel Wang in the female 12-13 years premier Kumite. Joshua Cannan also performed with distinction in the men’s 1213 year premier divisions.