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We’ve got a moggy crisis in Ashburton and the SPCA desperately needs your help. SPCA Ashburton is short of room, helpers and time to handle a neverending supply of cats and kittens coming their way. Find out on P3 how you can help SPCA Ashburton team leader and foster and volunteer co-ordinator Ashleigh Murray (left) and animal attendant Jess Robinson, with some of the babies that’ll be put up for adoption.

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It’s ‘downright dangerous’

Public concern at major intersection project delays Daryl Holden

Your say

A staunch Ashburton supporter fears there’ll be “countless accidents’’ because of completion delays in the West Street and Walnut Avenue State Highway 1 intersection. Shirley Falloon said she was horrified to read on the Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency website of a delay to the installation of traffic lights at the intersection until “later this year’’. Falloon thought that was unacceptable, a claim the national transport body responded to by saying everything was going according to plan. Falloon, though, didn’t wear it. “This intersection is State Highway 1 for goodness sake!,’’ Falloon said of the project, which started last August and would also include the widening of SH1 on West Street to allow for turning lanes. Lights would also be installed at the East Street and Walnut Ave intersection, with turning bays added. “There will be countless accidents during this delay,’’ Falloon said. “Drivers, truck drivers and students use this intersection heavily and the potential for a tragedy happening here is very real.’’ Falloon was unhappy that there had not been any appropriate temporary signage while the work was being carried out, believing confusion now reigned. “Is it still a roundabout?,’’ she said. “Do we give way to those on our right? Should there be give way or stop signs installed?’’ Falloon pointed the finger firmly at Waka Kotahi, which she said had indicated they needed to finish the rail level crossing work before the lights could be activated. “Why wasn’t this project delayed until a time when it could have been completed in full?,’’ she said. “This delay is unacceptable and downright dangerous.’’

What: Do you support Shirley Falloon, who fears accidents could happen because of ongoing delays and motorist and pedestrian confusion around the West Street and Walnut Avenue State Highway 1 intersection project? Email: editor@theguardian.co.nz

Ashburton’s Shirley Falloon is unhappy about the delays in the completion of the busy West Street and Walnut Avenue State Highway 1 intersection. “This delay is unacceptable and downright dangerous.’’ Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency director regional relationships, James Caygill, said the project was going as planned, with completion signalled for the end of 2022 or early 2023. “If the level crossing was to be constructed at the same time as the roading works, managing traffic safely across all areas would have been extremely difficult,’’ he said. He also said temporary roundabouts and marked lanes were

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good traffic safety features that had been set up. The roundabouts reduced the potential for head-on and side impact crashes.

“… and most drivers understand well the need to give way to the right on the roundabout rule.’’ Caygill also said the tempo-

rary 30km/h speed limit would remain to keep road users and Waka Kotahi’s work crews safe. A temporary pedestrian crossing and guide fencing would also stay to keep school children and other pedestrians and cyclists safe, he said. “Our traffic management during this time will change according to the work being done, but we will let you know in advance of any significant traffic management changes.’’

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Purr-fect homes needed Lisa Fenwick Ashleigh Murray appears to be slammed with an overload of cuteness – but it’s becoming a problem. Murray, SPCA Ashburton’s team leader and foster and volunteer co-ordinator, is having to deal with a seemingly endless stream of cats and kittens. Are they cute? Of course, but SPCA Ashburton is short on space, helpers and time to handle the never-ending feline supply. It’s a double whammy of an unusually busy breeding season and Covid-19 having slowed everything down associated with adoption. People haven’t been able to easily get out to pick a new cat or kitten and local vets, hit by the virus, are behind in their desexing and vaccination process. In the tiny SPCA centre itself, they’re housing an exceptional amount of cats and kittens, with one litter even born on Tuesday morning (thankfully not while this writer was there, I would probably have passed out). There are around 35 in the centre and 50 are being fostered by kind Mid Cantabrians. “I would’ve expected the kitten season to have slowed down by now,” Murray said. “But we are in the midst of a very busy breeding season. We have cats and kittens arriving every day.” Mid Canterbury does have a high number of stray and wild cats roaming around, but why it’s worse this year, Murray was not too sure. “I don’t know, I guess it’s just there’s a lot of wild cats around, especially in the farming areas.” And that’s not unusual because where there are a lot of farms, there are a lot of feral cats. This isn’t just a local problem either, with centres across New Zealand still seeing kittens and pregnant cats coming in daily. “The SPCA currently has more than 2500 kittens in care nationwide and 360 that are available for adoption nationwide,” Murray said. “On top of this, we also have

Just a small percentage of the SPCA baby kittens that will be put up for adoption in the coming months. lots of adult cats that are looking for their forever homes.” Though the SPCA is short on space, Murray said they would never turn their back on cats in need. “We will always take in sick, injured and vulnerable cats or kittens,’’ the gently spoken team leader said. A cat and kitten foster care service was another option to relieve the pressure at the SPCA. Members of the community that could provide safe, warm and kind temporary homes for the cats and kittens, would be given all the necessary food and equipment needed to help the felines become healthy, friendly and used to being around humans.

“If kittens go out to foster homes, then they’re getting the home experience of the noises and the family environment, which they don’t get here,” she said. “By getting these kittens into homes we’ll be able to free up more space to help other animals at the centre.’’ So, Murray pleaded, please think about fostering a kitten without a long-term commitment because it’s a great way to help, especially the vulnerable ones. Everything you need is provided – food, medicines and vet care, toys and bedding, kitty litter. All you have to do is love them. “It’s a super rewarding way to help animals.”

PHOTO LISA FENWICK

You can help too “Each animal that comes into SPCA’s care will stay with us for as long as it takes to ﬁnd them a forever home.” If you would like to help the SPCA with fostering or adopting, they would be thrilled to hear from you and there are a multitude of ways you can help: - Adopting. All are desexed, microchipped and vaccinated - Fostering. A really rewarding, short-term help

- Volunteering - Donating or leaving a gift in your will - Fundraising “We are always in need of blankets, towels, sheets,” team leader and foster and volunteer co-ordinator Ashleigh Murray said. For all these options and more go to:

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and ﬁnd the Ashburton centre. It’s a nice, clear, easyto-use website.

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‘Cut and paste’ climate change policy draws criticism Jonathan Leask

Stuart Wilson

Councillor Stuart Wilson has rubbished Ashburton’s updated climate change policy, voting against what he called a “cut and paste’’ document with no local focus. The policy was updated by Ashburton District Council staff and was based on findings in the Canterbury climate change risk assessment technical report. The mostly unoriginal work annoyed Wilson, who thought

it was too generalised. He said “we have no such thing as wildfires” in Mid Canterbury since the introduction of irrigation, and he scoffed at the statement that 25 degrees was considered a hot day or extreme temperatures. “My giddy aunt,’’ he said, firing up over the tweaked policy. “Have they never lived in the Ashburton District? If we don’t get 25 degrees for quite a few days in summer, we think we are short changed.” Wilson felt that the policy relied too heavily on content in the Canterbury mayoral forum’s climate change risk report. “Why cut and paste something that doesn’t relate to our district?,’’ he said. “If it’s our policy, why are we

not stating what affects us?” While the technical details came under fire, there was support for the direction. Councillor Carolyn Cameron stressed that climate change needed to be endemic in the council’s decision making and approving the policy shouldn’t be “just paying lip service” to the issues. Mayor Neil Brown said if the policy wasn’t right, it could always be reviewed if the majority voted against it. That never happened because the policy was adopted, with Wilson and Angus McKay the only councillors opposed to it. The council’s resilience action plan, which would describe what the Ashburton council was doing to address climate change,

also got the go-ahead. But it, too, got the cold shoulder from some councillors. McKay and John Falloon questioned just what it would achieve and voted against its adoption, with everyone else in favour. “What we are looking at is only the actions of the Ashburton District Council and their employees. No-one else,” Falloon said.

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Stump up with more cash Pressure on Govt for more flood protection investment Jonathan Leask A respected Ashburton agricultural expert is backing calls for the Government to stump up with more cash for critical flood protection work. Ian McKenzie, an Environment Canterbury (ECan) councillor, hopes the Government seriously considers recommendations to commit and co-invest in flood protection. That’s why he fully supports a report from Te Uru Kahika – Regional and Unitary Councils Aotearoa for urgent action and investment to face climate change-induced flood hazard risks. McKenzie said prevention was cheaper than recovery, so investing more dollars made sense. “[The report] makes a very coherent case that Government reinvestment in flood protection is a very rewarding investment in terms of dollars spent and benefits gained,” McKenzie said. “And a much better use of taxpayers’ money preventing disasters than dealing with disasters in their aftermath. “Flooding is the most frequent, most significant, and most avoidable natural hazard.” Since the Government ceased funding flood protection in the 1980s, McKenzie said there has been huge shift in land use, especially the spread of urban and lifestyle development across flood plains. “The owners of these assets, both private and public, have a much higher expectation of protection than farmers for their land.”

Scenes like the ﬂood affected areas around Ashburton in June 2021 have highlighted the need to revisit funding models around ﬂood protection, with calls for the Govenrment to contribute $150m per year to meet a funding shortfall. PHOTO CHRIS SKELTON Flood schemes would protect not just those living and working near the rivers, but everyone who was impacted when roading and other critical infrastructure was damaged. Council flood protection investment was now not enough, with about $200m annually poured into such schemes. But that had been estimated to fall short by an estimated $150m per annum. ECan chairwoman Jenny

Hughey said the May 2021 flooding caused about $20m of flood infrastructure damage in Canterbury, with $12 million to be borne by ratepayers and recovery work expected to take up to two years. “Ashburton was saved from greater damage by a well-designed urban flood protection scheme, but many rural landowners were severely affected,” Hughey said. Ashburton Mayor Neil Brown

said climate change was a national issue and ratepayers could not be expected to shoulder all the bill for critical flood protection work. “As the May 2021 floods in this district proved, cleaning up and making repairs after a flood takes a toll on finances, and physical and mental wellbeing,” Brown said. “With extreme weather events escalating, now is the time for central Government to step up.

I support this call for them to commit and co-invest in flood protection work.”

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New Zealand is now at Orange Thanks for the mahi Aotearoa. Because of our collective efforts against COVID-19, it’s now safe to move the whole country to Orange. It’s still important to keep each other safe. Here’s what you need to know: Mask wearing matters You must wear masks on flights, public transport, in retail businesses, public facilities and other specified indoor spaces. Masks are encouraged whenever you leave the house.

Take sickness seriously Get tested if you have symptoms. If you test positive, you and your household will still need to isolate for at least 7 days.

It’s safer to ease more restrictions At Orange, there are no capacity limits for indoor or outdoor events and gatherings across the entire country.

Find out everything you need to know at Covid19.govt.nz/orange

Get boosted for extra protection It also lowers your chances of getting really sick if you do catch COVID-19.

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Thursday, 14 April 2022 | ISSUE 74

New trees to be planted on Oak Grove

We’d like feedback on two main topics: TOPIC ONE A row of trees on the edge of the Ashburton Domain along Oak Grove is being removed this week.

“It’s a shame as they have always provided a great show of autumn colour over the years, but we need to do this work now.”

The trees are a mix of Milus trilobata and Betula pendula, and Council Community Services Group Manager Steve Fabish said they had deteriorated to a point where it was better to remove and replant.

Replacement trees will be planted over winter, with the variety chosen for autumn colour and to provide shade for sports events in the area. Arborists started work on Tuesday and

expect to take several days to cut down about a dozen trees between Walnut Avenue and the tennis courts. The stumps will be ground out at a later time. People walking, cycling and driving along Oak Grove should exercise caution and follow signs put out by contractors around the work zone.

Awards will recognise youth volunteers Volunteering Mid & South Canterbury and Ashburton Youth Council have worked together to recognise the work of youth volunteers through a new awards event. Manager of Volunteering Mid & South Canterbury Dellwyn Moylan said young people gave their time across a diverse

range of roles and the awards would recognise their inspiring and selfless work. There are three categories that organisations, workplaces and schools can nominate young people in: Community and Social service, Cultural and Environmental and Sport volunteering. The young person must be aged 25 or under at the time of nomination.

Should we review our day-to-day levels of service?

TOPIC TWO Should we use $1.7M from our forestry reserve to pay for major roading repairs?

Nominations for the awards will be accepted until 14 May and an evening to present the awards is planned in June. Nomination forms are available from Community House Mid Canterbury, 44 Cass Street, Ashburton, and Methven iHub, 160 Main Street, Methven, or by emailing manager-midc@vmsc.org.nz.

Find out more and have your say at itsourplace.nz

Carolyn Cameron, Councillor

Local government is worth fighting for Over the last few years, local government has had a reducing say in the communities they serve - primarily driven by government ideology but also through necessity, due to Covid-19 management policies.

Soon, District Health Boards will be replaced by Health New Zealand and a Māori Health authority. These large corporations have been established to minimise “postcode” health (ie the quality of your care depends on where you live) and also address health inequities.

The most obvious example is the mandating of the new legislation surrounding the management of our drinking, waste and storm water (three waters). Historically, this has been one of the roles of local government.

They will design, deliver and commission local health services. This may or may not be good for people in Ashburton, we don’t know, many questions need to be answered. What we do know is that we have to ensure that we will have access to quality health care in a timely fashion.

This Government has mandated that the management and control of three waters be passed over to one of four large water entities, thereby reducing oversight from a local perspective. How will we (locally) influence decisions around the management of our waters? 1

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We can go on: The RMA is being reviewed - over the years millions of dollars have been spent on developing District plans, will these be irrelevant in the future? Waka Kotahi – the latest round of funding showed Ashburton

received a significant reduction in roading funds, despite having one of the largest roading networks in New Zealand and having sustained significant damage in the floods of 2021. How do we (again from a local level) influence this? This is a long-winded way of bringing me to my point. The role of local government is also under review. What will it look like in the future? Will the role of local government be removed or reduced? Will local government also be “cut back” so that we are more removed from decision makers and lose the right to choose how we invest in our community, lose the ability to make decisions as to how we want to live locally? Local government ensures there is a conduit to how we can influence decisions that impact us in our

community, and our community has a strong and accessible local government. We all need to protect it, to participate in decisions and have our say. This means participating fully in consultation, giving feedback and comment to your council representatives and making sure they reflect your concerns. The Annual Plan is out for review. This is a great opportunity to make sure we understand the direction you want for the Ashburton District and to exercise your right to contribute to the management of the Ashburton District Council. ashburtondc.govt.nz

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Litter-free crew sets sights on Melrose Rd

“We would like to clean up this spot and we’d love to see lots of families come and help us in the school holidays.”

Litter-Free Ashburton is holding a special pick-up litter day in the school holidays and hopes families will join them on a mission to clean up a section of Melrose Road by the Ashburton River.

The group meets on the second Thursday of the month to pick up litter around town but is organising an extra collection on Thursday 21 April to tackle Melrose Road. Litter-Free Ashburton spokesperson Bev Skates said families with school-aged children had asked if they could help the group. “These families said they could help during the school holidays so we have organised this extra mission. “We know Melrose Road is a popular

Community Services Group Manager Steve Fabish said Council was pleased to support Litter-Free Ashburton, whose good work contributed to the image of the town. spot for illegal dumpers, and household rubbish and garden waste is often dumped amongst the blackberry and undergrowth. There’s also the rubbish that results from impromptu parties or picnics, where people have just tossed their bottles and food wrappers on the ground.” Mrs Skates said the layby area where rubbish was a problem is at the end of Melrose Road near the river.

New closing times for EA Networks Centre pools EA Networks Centre is introducing new closing times for its pools and aquatic area, to help reduce operating costs for ratepayers and better reflect patterns of use. From Tuesday 26 April, the pools, sauna and spa will close two hours earlier at 7pm on weekdays and 5pm in the weekends. Closing times for the stadium will remain the same, while gym hours are also under review and could change in the future. Ashburton District Council Chief Executive Hamish Riach said Covid-19 had changed the way people exercised and the facility needed to ensure it ran cost-effectively by matching its services with community demand. Recent data had shown that only a small handful of people were using the facility in the final hours of the day. “Like many other businesses and recreation centres around the country, Covid has had a big impact on the EA Networks Centre and put pressure on our budgets. Closing slightly earlier makes good financial sense, while retaining a high level of service for the majority of visitors and our community.” The new hours will require some reshuffling, with evening aquacise classes moved to an earlier timeslot. The swim school will be unaffected by the changes and the pool will be able to stay open late for event bookings and swim meets. “Despite inflation, we’ve managed to hold

The programme involves the Ashburton Public Library, Ashburton Museum and Art Gallery, Eco Educate, Forest and Bird, and Wellbeing Opuke - people will be able to give kowhai propagating a go, make a gratitude box, paint on a collaborative canvas and even make their own pet toy

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People wanting to help should wear solid footwear and meet at the river end of Melrose Road at 1.30pm on Thursday 21 April. Litter-Free Ashburton will provide bags and gloves.

PUBLIC NOTICES

PROPOSED ROAD CLOSURE Ashburton District Council gives public notice of a proposal to temporarily close roads to ordinary vehicle traffic to enable the holding of a community event – Ashburton Car Club “Street Sprints”. Roads proposed to be closed:

Meetings are at Council Chambers, 137 Havelock Street, unless specified Council meeting, Wednesday 20 April, 1pm (livestreamed) Ashburton Water Zone Committee, Tuesday 26 April, 1pm

RUBBISH AND RECYCLING

EASTER, ANZAC DAY

Kerbside collections – Easter Friday collections will be collected on Saturday 16 April. No other collections will be affected over the Easter and ANZAC Day period. Rakaia Resource Recovery Park – Closed 15 April, 16 April, 18 April and 25 April (ANZAC Day). Methven Green Waste drop-off – Closed 17 April. Ashburton Resource Recovery Park – Closed 15 April and 18 April.

NO GAS BOTTLES AT THE KERBSIDE, PLEASE

Gas cylinders cannot be put into yellow wheelie bins for recycling, or left alongside any wheelie bins at the kerb for collection. Gas cylinders can be dropped off at any resource recovery park for free.

• SMALLBONE DRIVE, from RIVER TERRACE to ROBINSON STREET

our charges steady for many users, but the centre is supported by rates so we need to be practical about how it operates.” Mr Riach said EA Networks Centre members had been emailed about the new hours and advertising was under way to update casual customers and visitors.

• ROBINSON STREET, from SMALLBONE DRIVE INTERSECTION to McNALLY STREET • WATSON STREET, from RANGE STREET to ROBINSON STREET • McNALLY STREET, from RANGE STREET to the end of the street • RANGE STREET, from ROBINSON STREET to WATSON STREET

“We appreciate it will take time for people to get used to the change, and there will be a grace period over the first week so we can talk to customers who prefer to visit later in the evenings.”

Period of Closure: From 7.30pm, Friday 6 May 2022 until 8pm, Sunday 8 May 2022

He said the centre remained an important asset for the district and staff were excited about the possibility of introducing some new programmes during the day.

Detours will be available on adjacent streets and these will be signposted.

“We're also preparing a detailed business and marketing plan for the facility to support growth in the future, react to new trends and attract new users.” Pool, Spa and Sauna hours from 26 April 2022: • Weekdays – 5.45am to 7pm • Weekends – 7am to 5pm

Holiday crafts hit the road Council’s popular school holiday outreach programmes, this time involving painting and propagating, will run in Rakaia and Methven in the second week of the school holidays.

“They are a volunteer group making a great difference, with the added bonus of getting people out in the fresh air and making new friends while doing a community service.”

UPCOMING MEETINGS

out of recycled materials. More than 115 children and 30 adults have taken part in the outreach programmes in past school holidays. The Rakaia session will be at the Rakaia Community Centre on Thursday 28 April, from 10am until 1pm. The Methven session will be at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall Methven on Friday 29 April, from 10am until 1pm. Bookings can be made through the library or via Wellbeing Opuke's Facebook page.

ASHBURTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 180 Havelock Street, Ashburton 7700 Mon - Fri 9.00am - 8.00pm Sat 10am - 1pm | Sun 1pm - 4pm

RANGE STREET: From 6pm Friday 6 May 2022 until 6am, Sunday 8 May 2022

This proposed closure is made under the Local Government Act 1974 - Schedule 10 (11 (e)) and will be considered at the COUNCIL MEETING on 20 April 2022. Any person objecting to the proposal should lodge notice of their objection and the grounds for their objection in writing by post or email to the Council, 5 Baring Square West, Ashburton by 4pm, Friday 15 April 2022. NEIL McCANN Infrastructure Services Group Manager

COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD Bike tip: Position yourself to be seen. Ride in a position where you can see others and others can see you. Keep a steady line and avoid blind spots. Only ride as far left as it feels safe to do so. Maintain a steady line so drivers can predict your movements.

EA NETWORKS CENTRE 20 River Terrace Mon - Fri 6.00am - 9.00pm Sat & Sun 7.00am - 7.00pm

PUBLIC NOTICES

PROPOSED ROAD CLOSURE

Pursuant to the Local Government Act 1974 and the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, notice is hereby given that the Ashburton District Council and NZ Transport Agency, for the purpose of allowing Ashburton Returned and Services’ Association to hold ANZAC Day services, proposes to close the following roads to ordinary vehicular traffic for the period indicated hereunder. Roads proposed to be closed: • HAVELOCK STREET, from Park Street to East Street intersection • BARING SQUARE WEST, from Havelock Street to Cameron Street • SH 1 (WEST STREET), from Wills Street to Burnett Street • CAMERON STREET, from West Street to Park Street Periods of Closure: From 6.00am to 8.30pm and 10.00am to 12.30pm on Monday, 25 April 2022. Any person objecting to the proposal is called upon to lodge notice of their objection and grounds thereof in writing or email to Council by 4.00 pm, Friday 15 April 2022. NEIL McCANN Ashburton District Council Infrastructure Services Group Manager MARK PINNER Waka Kotahi NZTA System Manager

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Let the election battles commence

itting back and watching an election unfold can be an interesting, and entertaining, exercise. What comes out of the woodwork in terms of both people and subjects can be gripping, with particular attention given to what potential candidates choose to hang their hat on, in terms of drumming up public support to take to the polls. Some people in the Ashburton District might not be fully aware yet, but we in fact have a local government election this year, in which we’ll select those who are to represent us at the council level over the coming three years. It’s always an intriguing aspect to determine who might be there and who might not be or what newcomers, or even perhaps former identities, will wish to try

Matt Markham and work their way onto the big table. Word around the streets over the past few weeks is that we might be about to learn about a surprise contender returning to make their name known again among the voters – one who will have plenty of people’s support given previous circumstances. But thus far, it’s been relatively quiet on who might throw their hat into the ring for either another term, or to break their way into the scene and try and impact change for the good for our district.

Then there’s the question of the big job, and whether or not there’s someone out there willing to take on the incumbent mayor, Neil Brown – who we presume will stand again.

move to boost his profile and ensure he was elected as a councillor if nothing else. Brown has been solid in the chair. He was the voice of calm and

around the streets is that we “ Word might be about to learn about a surprise contender returning

Looking from the outside in, it’s hard to see a really serious challenge coming from within the current crop of councillors. Even if that might not be true, there’s a strong sense of loyalty to the leader from the group and finding a breakaway contender to go rogue seems unlikely. Leen Braam did stand for the role at the last election, a smart

composure through both the first nationwide lockdown, and then through the devastating floods that tore through the district last year. Those instances will always endear people to a leader if they can show themselves to be willing to understand the plight of those around them. But Brown did a good job.

Perhaps there will be a new riser through the ranks. Someone completely out of the blue, or upon reflection perhaps not that much of a surprise. One thing is for certain. There are hundreds of people out there in our community who, by their own design, believe they can do a better job than those currently in positions of power around the council table. You’ve only got to scan your way through letters to the editor and social media commentaries to know that. In fact, if every single person that had taken the time to write a complaint or pass a comment about the council or an individual councillor or leader votes, then the Ashburton District looks a certainty to register its highest ever voter turnout on record. And that’d be nice to see.

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Altrusa Club

From now on if you wish to be in the Ashburton Hole in One Club, you must pay your first $5 up front. This will be held, then when someone gets the next ace, they can be given the money in a lump sum, not dribs and drabs. Then we will start it again, so if you want to continue in the Hole in One Club or join it, let Paddy know and pay your money, thanks. Righto I reckon that will do for now. Have a lovely Easter and hope to catch you all around the course. Good golfing.

Ashburton Altrusa celebrated its 48th birthday on April 4, which we marked with roses from President Denise, supper and birthday cake. The Altrusa District Fifteen Conference, in May, in Palmerston North, has been physically cancelled but will proceed with a Zoom Conference. One of the annual awards we enter at this time is the Letha H. Brown Literacy Award. This year our entry featured “Literacy Across the Generations” with Alphabet Cards for babies; a Book Marks competition for primary school children, and colourful scrapbooks for dementia patients. Donations were given to the Ashburton people of St John, Ashburton Fire Brigade, Riding for the Disabled, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, and foodbanks at St Vincent de Paul and the Salvation Army. The recent Foot Clinic was affected by Covid with only 23 clients. Our for Meals on Wheels stint is approaching, with reminders for us to be vaccinated and masked.

Ashburton MSA Petanque Club

Ashburton Golf Club

The late summer days just keep coming, and a big crowd took to the Brandon course under beautiful sunny skies last Saturday. We played round 3 of the three round

RESULTS ■ Shooting

Mt Somers Riﬂe Club

11 April: Peyton Fews 66, 80, Noah Gerin 64, 73, Felix Bruce 83.2, 82.1, Tony Mariot 83, 78, Blake Mariot 63, 60, Kevin Fews 85, Dave Millichamp 94.4, Tim Greer 95.4, 98.4.

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11 April: Lillian Snowden 81, Logan Wheeler 91.3, Brooke Wheeler 76, Chloe Lovett 91.1, Dylan Lovett 78, John Snowden 91.1, Caroline Lovett 89.1, Hamish Dalzell 96.6, John Fleming 95.2, Martin Fleming 99.8.

President Denise Hydes, plus Charter members Joyce Campbell and Annette Lane lighting Altrusa’s 48th birthday cake candles. Brandon cup and Arkright MacGregor along with Antony White both made, great late charges, shooting 40 stableford points each. Dave Robertson, Trevor Watson and Davo were two shots back on 38, all great scores. Terry Kingsbury though, just knocked it round, playing to his handicap for 36 points, amassing 111 points combined over all three rounds to pick up the Brandon Cup, three points clear of Antony White and four of Chris Lovelock. Well done to all. We have a big weekend coming up, on Saturday we have a mixed day, playing Greensomes. We have the Keig Cup for family pairings and the Coasters for any pairing. We have gone back to our winter start times for afternoon golf which is 11.30am

meet for 12 noon start, please take note of this. On Monday at the same times we have our Turkey Trot, playing individual stableford which is a mixed day again. If you are not heading away for the weekend, pop down to the club and join the fun. While you are at the club on Saturday, you can wish El Presidente “Honest” Bruce Day a happy birthday. The rumour going around is that the number of candles on his cake has a 7 at the front of it. I know, I’m as shocked as you are, and with his lovely partner Karen still in her forties. Have a lovely birthday Bruce, you will soon be shooting your age. Speaking of Bruce, we got all the money in for his hole in one, but it got me thinking of a different way of doing it.

We had a busy weekend on the local pistes with players coming from Alexandra, Dunedin, Timaru, and Christchurch. It was great to see so many local players taking part with good results. On Saturday the Stephen Kyle Memorial Trophy was won by a Christchurch team, with Nicky Foden & Richard Browne runners-up, while Karen Bensdorp and partner came in 3rd equal with another couple from Christchurch. In the Trophy Consolation local player Lyn Whinham and her Christchurch partner were runners-up. The Plate was won by Joan Healey and her Christchurch partner with Ellen Pithie and Peter Marriott coming in 3rd equal with a team from Papanui. The Plate Consolation was won by Jan Guilford and her Caversham partner, 2nd were Linda and Graeme Millard; 3rd equal were Francie Osborn and Colin Jones, Johnny Wright and Gary Hogg. The Bowl winners were Kate & Henry Marriott, 2nd were Shona Husband and Jonathan Crum; 3rd equal Mavis Thompson and her Timaru partner; Carol Hogg and Trevor Nish. On Sunday the Ashburton Doubles Trophy was won by a Christchurch team, with Chris Taylor and Richard runnersup, Karen was 3rd equal with a partner and team from Christchurch. Lani and Adelys Taraunu were runners-up in the Trophy Consolate, while Neville Bensdorp and Nicky were 3rd equal with a Christchurch team. Jan and her Caversham partner were 3rd equal with Johnny and Jonathan in the

Richard Browne pictured in action during the Kyle Memorial on the weekend. Plate. The Plate Consolate was won by Linda and Graeme, with Ellen and Joan runners-up. A short break from local tournaments until May, but we remind you that we are trialling Saturday afternoon play from 23 April. Just turn up to 115 Racecourse Road where equipment and tuition is available. This is in addition to our Tuesday and Thursday Club Days. See you there at 1pm. Have a Safe and Happy Easter.

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Ashburton Guardian Thursday, April 14, 2022

Mid Canterbury’s horse and dog racing action

May holds key to inaugural running of The Race Matt Markham Aggression and Ricky May aren’t the words racing fans are often used to hearing together, but come tonight in Cambridge they may end up being a match made in heaven. May has picked up a catch drive in the $900,000 inaugural running of The Race – a new look slot holder race, the first of its kind to be held in New Zealand racing among all three codes. Ten slots were available for purchase by businesses, individuals and groups, and those buyers earn the right to select and negotiate with the connections of horses to fill their slot for the event. And May, who has won more than 3000 races and has his name to almost every major race to be held in New Zealand, is a big fan of the concept. “It’s something a little bit different than we would normally see over here, but it’s exciting. “The chance to get so many good horses together for one race for such big money with all the hype and attention that comes has big benefits.”

May has secured the drive in the race on noted Australian speedster Mach Dan, who will race in the slot procured by legendary harness racing owner, Ian Dobson. May and Dobson have a strong combination that stretches back decades, with horses like Christian Cullen and his daughter, Mainland Banner on their watch. So, it seems a good fit, but even May had to admit being a little surprised to get the call from the horse’s caretaker trainer, Mark Purdon. “It’s a bit of an honour to get the callup to drive in the first edition of this race, and to do so for Mark and Hayden Cullen as well as Ian, who has been such a big part of my driving career.” Mach Dan trekked across the ditch with one piece of weaponry standing him in good stead for tonight’s assignment – his gate speed. Which is why May knows he might need to drive a little more aggressively than he’s known for. “I’ve been watching all his replays over in Australia, gee, he can really fly the gate. “It’s nice to have that up the sleeve. “What it means, I’m not sure yet. I’m keen to talk that through with Mark beforehand and see what he thinks.” While Mach Dan’s gate speed is un-

The Race R7 THE RACE BY GRINS (MOBILE PACE) (Listed) $900,000 2200m 20:55 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

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deniable, so is that of his compatriot, Alta Orlando, who has drawn barrier two while he starts from barrier five. It could mean fireworks early, if May’s instructions are to light the fuse and try and find the marker pegs. “Alta Orlando is very good off the gate, and there’s a few others there that leave quick too. We’ve got the speed to come out and if we need to use it, we will use it.” An outside chance with bookmakers for the event, which will see the winning connections and slot owner share a $400,000 pot, Mach Dan isn’t without a hope, especially if he’s able to find the markers as Cambridge is a noted leaders track. The race favourite is Self Assured from the Purdon and Cullen barn, but his chances are limited somewhat by a wide barrier draw, and the fact he’ll need to arguably do more work than any other horse in the race. South Coast Arden, who has beaten Self Assured on four occasions, might be the best bet in the event, with his staying prowess sure to be suited by a solid tempo throughout the 2200m journey.

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Ashburton Guardian Thursday, April 14, 2022

Celtic keen to push for higher honours in 2022 Matt Markham It’s not a change in direction, but there’s a definite change in mindset unfolding out at Celtic in 2022. And if the coaching masterminds behind last year’s Watters Cup champions can pull it off once again, then expect the green machine to have a big role to play in this year’s Combined Country competition. Like a fine wine, the Celtic side traditionally get better with each game they play, and come Watters Cup time they are a force to be reckoned with for their fellow local sides, but this year the first target is to be more like that and really push towards getting a shot at the illustrious title. “We’ve probably let ourselves down at various times during the Combined competition, and not really lived up to where we should be,” coach Matthew Winter said. “It’s been frustrating, but there’s a real emphasis on going as deep as we possibly can this year.” Winter is again joined in the coaching ranks by former captain, Danny Hurley, with John Corcoran and Sheridan Hawkins

Nathan McCloy will lead the Celtic senior side this season. making up the rest of the management team. The group were treated to one of the best surprises they could

get at the start of pre-season when the majority of their squad from 2021 turned up, ready to go again.

Yes, there’s a few that have gone, and some new faces among the pack, but the core of the team is there. “We’re lucky in that sense. “It’s given us a chance to build on what was put in place last year and look to pick up where we left off and go again.” Nathan McCloy has picked up the captaincy role for the campaign. The 75-match player for the side won’t be alone out there, with a strong leadership group of players, many of whom figured for the Heartland side and made strong inroads during that campaign. Nick McKain, who has more than 100 games for the side, will offer plenty of experience in the forwards, while breakout player of last season Ashton McArthur is back ready to cause trouble in the No.7 jersey. Liam McCormack will again have the task of guiding the side around the paddock from the halfback spot, while the explosive nature of players such as Shepherd Mhembere, Raitube Vasurakuta and the midfield combo of Sireli Masiwini and Paovale Sofai provide some real firepower. “It’s a good balanced squad, we think. “It’s just a case now of getting

National recall for local indoor bowling duo Matt Markham It’s been a three-and-a-half year wait to slip back into the New Zealand blazer, but later this year Ashburton indoor bowlers Michael Lawson and Simon Thomas will get their chance again. Yesterday the pair were announced as part of the 16-strong squad who will head to Australia in September to compete against their Australian counterparts at Ballarat over three days of international indoor bowls. For Lawson, a mainstay of the sport locally here in Mid Canterbury, it’s his second time being selected in the national side having made his debut when the team last played back in 2019. The current president of New Zealand Indoor Bowls will play in two separate events over the course of the international, the Men’s Triples and the Mixed Fours and he’ll have the comfort of a familiar face down the other end of the mat, with Thomas skipping both sides. Making his ninth appearance for his country, this year’s match offers Thomas a chance at creating a little slice of history if he’s able to be successful. Australasian medals are handed out for overall victory in each of the disciplines

all the plans into motion which has been hard with most of March being a write-off, but we’ll get there.” Things didn’t start quite as well as the side would have liked with a narrow loss to Waihora in the opening round, but Winter said they controlled their own fate there. “I wouldn’t say we were unlucky; we left a lot of points out on the paddock and if we had managed to scrape a win it might have hidden a lot of issues that were under the surface. “But the run around and the chance to play will do us good, the boys have bounced back good this week and are ready to get into this weekend.” In tonight’s Sub Union round they’ll host Rakaia out at Keenan’s Road and the bonus of a few days extra recovery leading into next weekend is counted on being needed. “These local derbies are tough matches, the physicality that comes with them is high. “Rakaia are a good side, well coached and you know they are going to run at you hard – it should be a good match.” The game, under lights, kicks off at 7pm tonight, while Southern will host Methven out in Hinds in the other first round match of the Watters Cup.

SHORT & SHARP Registrations open Registrations are now open for the 2022 Mid Canterbury Winter Pickleball Classic which will be held this year from July 15 through to July 17 at the EA Networks Centre. One of the fastest growing tournaments in New Zealand, the event can cater for up to 160 players from around New Zealand and further afar with plans in place to see the 2022 edition become the biggest yet. Introduced a few years ago to Ashburton, Pickleball has risen in both numbers and popularity locally with the Winter Classic a sanctioned event by the sport’s governing body.

Girls Got Game returns

Ashburton indoor bowler, Simon Thomas has been named in this year’s New Zealand Indoor Bowls side joining fellow local, Michael Lawson. played for, and Thomas is just two medals away from becoming the most decorated New Zealand player of all time. In the triples the local duo will be joined by Otago’s Daniel French. Together they won the Australasian medal when the two sides last met in Invercargill, and they’ve been a formidable combination at national championships in recent seasons as well. In the mixed fours, experienced inter-

national player Suzanne Mackie from Southland will play two, while Waikato’s Joy Archer will lead off the front. The news of the national side being announced comes just before the indoor bowls season is set to launch here in Mid Canterbury next week. The first tournament of the season will be the Methven Fours next Thursday night, playing at the Ashburton Indoor Bowls Stadium.

After a hugely successful inaugural running in 2021, the Girls Got Game basketball initiative is returning to the courts again this year. A free of charge event, the two-day workshop and camp caters for ages from Year 3 through to Year 8, offering young female basketball players the chance to fine-tune their skills and learn more about the game in a fun and relaxed manner. More information can be found on the Basketball Mid Canterbury Facebook page.

Squash dates set Tournament dates for the Midlands Squash circuit this year have been announced with seven clubs lining up to host locally. Hinds (April 22-23), Ashburton Celtic (May 13-14), Ashburton (May 3-4), Rakaia (June 10-11), Methven (June 24-25), Ashburton Collegiate (July 15-16) and Mayfield (July 22-23) will all host events during the season with Methven also set to host the Midlands Open on September 2-3.

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Good Friday thriller

ew Zealand’s leg of DHL Super Rugby Pacific reaches a mid-season peak with the Crusaders and Blues playing a minor final in Christchurch on Good Friday. Crusaders coach Scott Robertson said, “In a little way this is probably the crescendo to the New Zealand leg before we get on tour with the Aussies,” he said. The Blues’ recent success had heightened anticipation for a return to the early years of Super Rugby when the two sides were consistent rivals for top honours. The statistic that the Blues haven’t won in Christchurch since 2004 was a source of pride to the Crusaders. “It’s a long time, isn’t it? “Every year it’s a statistic that comes up. And you want to make it another one through performance and effort. The record is built on a massive amount of edge. Every game has its narrative, and this one

is another special in its history. “Our game needs it, Super Rugby needs it. It’s a beautiful thing when these things come together on Easter Friday,” he said. It was a throwback to an era where personalities added to the contests with players like Carlos Spencer, Andrew Mehrtens, Justin Marshall and Ali Williams and the twists and turns involved. However, the game comes with the Crusaders showing the effects of a tough campaign, especially in the middle row. Zach Gallagher could be due for a start at lock after Quinten Strange suffered a calf injury last week that will keep him out for six to eight weeks, Mitchell Dunshea is out for the season, and Sam Whitelock is not ready to return for another week. Robertson had no qualms about using the rolling lineout maul that has been the source of discussion this week. The Crusaders liked it, they liked de-

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FAMILY NOTICES 15

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SITUATIONS VACANT

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Our services are: Thursday, April 14 Maundy Thursday Worship at 7pm Friday, April 15 Good Friday Worship at 9.30am Sunday, April 17 Easter Day Worship & Communion at 9.30am

ASHBURTON ANGLICAN PARISH EASTER SERVICES GOOD FRIDAY 15 April

10 a.m. At St Andrew’s, 151 Thomson St, Tinwald. 2 p.m. At St Stephen’s, 64 Park St, Ashburton.

EASTER DAY - Sunday 17 April

At St Stephen’s, Park St, Ashburton 8 a.m. Holy Communion 10 a.m. Holy Communion

Come Celebrate Easter

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DEATHS

GLEESON, Carol Margaret (nee Wain) – Sales Representative – South Island based Carol Margaret: Aged 76, passed away peacefully at Are you passionate about helping Kiwi dairy farmers increase productivity and 5:55pm on April 20, 2022, at animal welfare? Do you have the skills and networks to sell OmniEye, our Christchurch Hospital ICU future-proof automated on-farm livestock monitoring system? with her loving daughters and friends by her side. OmniEye Locomotion is a non-intrusive camera-based locomotion scoring We’re sure she was happy system for dairy cows, being developed by OmniEye Ltd, a Dunedin-based she’d finally got us together over prayer and worship agritech company. OmniEye brings the latest in artificial intelligence and songs. She was a proud and machine learning technology behind the farmgate and beyond. loving mother of Melanie, Carol, and Ruth and her We are looking for a South Island sales representative to join our growing team whose prime responsibility will beloved grandchildren Millie be to generate sales and provide a positive experience for customers. This role is critical to the success and and Charlie (USA); Liam and growth of the business. Morgan (Perth). Beloved daughter of Beverly and Powered by cutting-edge artificial intelligence software, OmniEye uses a non-intrusive on-farm camera and Charles Wain (deceased), loved sister to Adrienne monitoring system to collect tens of thousands of data points from every cow, every day, to provide farmers Bidois (Wellington), and with a clearer picture of the overall health of their herd. Our first product, OmniEye Locomotion, allows for early loving Aunt to her many detection of lameness and drafting of animals, resulting in greater productivity, less suffering, and less costly Family notices nieces and nephews. Special interventions and culling. It is currently being used on more than 20 dairy farms (around 20,000 cows), including thanks to Bob (recently are important deceased), Virginia and wee 10 Pāmu Farms, around New Zealand. to everyone and Noah for making the last years of her life so full of love As a vital member of our team, you’ll be primarily responsible for generating sales, identifying and nurturing among the most and joy. Mum dedicated her potential customers and showcasing this exciting new technology and the benefits for their business. You’ll well-read aspects life to others; she gave freely have a customer-focused and authentic sales approach, with experience working in sales, technology and/ and lovingly of her time and of our newspaper. whatever money she had. or the agriculture industry. A self-starter, with a willingness to go the extra mile, you’ll be confident working Her greatest joy was when independently and committed to our company’s vision of bringing OmniEye’s future-proof technology to dairy If you would like she was helping someone. farms across New Zealand. a family notice “What remains when you’ve gone; your investments for Your opportunity to tell Mid Salary range: Base salary + high rewards commission + ESOP published, be Canterbury of your next event or meeting Christ in people; and your that for a death, life’s story may live on to To apply, visit the OmniEye website: www.omnieye.co.nz/careers, email hello@omnieye.co.nz or call the Daily Events is a FREE DAILY LISTING of MID CANTERBURY EVENTS to be held inspire others therefore you in the immediate future a by non-commercial organisations. for events to Office Manager on 03 568 0861. memorial, or anTo arrange must be published in Daily Events, clip this form, fill in the applicable details andlive handtoin the fullest God’s to our LEVEL 3 office onacknowledgment, Burnett Street or post to: Ashburton Guardian,script P.O. 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NOTIFICATION OF CONCESSION APPLICATION The Minister of Conservation gives notice under section 17SC of the Conservation Act 1987 of an application by Alpine Huts Limited for a lease to build one permanent hut and two temporary seasonal yurts, toilet facilities and storage shed for the purpose of recreational accommodation. The proposed term is for a period of 30 years. Further details of the proposed concession are available at www.doc.govt.nz/consultations. Any person or organisation may make a submission in writing to the Director-General on the proposal. The submission must be made on a submission form downloaded from the specific application webpage found at www.doc.govt.nz/consultations (or available from your local DOC office). Objections or submissions should be sent to: Director-General Department of Conservation Christchurch Shared Services Private Bag 4715 Christchurch Mail Centre Christchurch 8140 Attention: Harriet Kemp Email: hakemp@doc.govt.nz Submissions will be accepted up to and including 5.00 pm on Tuesday 17th May 2022. Once submitted, submitters’ information is subject to the Official Information Act 1982 and may be released under that Act. If you wish to keep any part of your submission confidential, you need to state this in writing when making your submission. Any person or organisation wishing to be heard in support of his/her submission, must request (within that submission) an opportunity to appear before the Director-General. If a hearing is required, it is likely to occur at the end of May 2022.

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GARDENER Lochlea Lifestyle Resort has an opportunity for a person who can fill this fulltime or part-time position in our unique resorts. The successful applicant will be able to communicate well, have the ability to work unsupervised and hold a clean, current, driver’s licence. Duties will include lawn mowing (ride on). Formation of new gardens and general lawn and garden maintenance. The successful applicant will be subject to a police check.

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FinalWhistle The Guardian’s sports wrap

Ashburton Guardian Thursday, April 14, 2022

calling time on a week of sport

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Ashburton indoor bowlers Michael Lawson and Simon Thomas were both yesterday announced in the Mat Blacks side to take on the Australians in September. FULL STORY: P11

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Property April 14, 2022

GUARDIAN

REAL ESTATE IN MID CANTERBURY

Quiet and cosy 8 Kelburn Place, Tinwald

Proudly marketed by First National

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115 Alford Forest Road, Ashburton 7700 • Ph (03) 308 9099 TOGETHER, WE’RE BUILDING NEW ZEALAND

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Quiet and cosy 8 Kelburn Place, Tinwald

Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac in Tinwald a four-bedroom home with two living areas suitable for family and friends, one being open plan with the kitchen/dining area. Sliders off the kitchen and the second living area both open up to

the deck which is perfect for the catching all-day sun. The master bedroom has an ensuite as well as a walk-in robe for all your storage needs. Both bathrooms have tiled showers, heated towel rails and

vanities. The main bathroom also has a bath. Double garage with internal access an easy-care section with raised garden beds to seal the deal. Give us a call today to make it yours.

Enquiries over $825,000

Mark Williams –Licensed Agent

027 442 2281 | mark@fnash.co.nz WE APPRECIATE YOUR FEEDBACK

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ADVERTISING Sonia Gill | sonia.g@theguardian.co.nz | 03 307 7936

MODERN CENTRAL LOCATION 118 Cameron Street

Build with your local, award winning builder...

For sale by deadline, 5pm Tuesday, April 26

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• 3 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • Open plan living with large covered deck • Private rear section

...and build your new home with Jennian Homes Canterbury. Mid South Canterbury’s most awarded builder 2020. Visit our award winning Display Home Crn Whiteoak Grove and Waterford Place, Oaklea, Ashburton.

For more information see Trademe listing #3541150195

Open homes Tuesday, April 19 6pm - 7pm Saturday, April 23 6pm - 7pm For private viewings – Phone - 0204280795

Jennian Homes Canterbury Michele Strange M 027 491 5266 E michele.strange@jennian.co.nz jennian.co.nz

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Real Estate Ashburton

SBW Developments Ltd, Licensed under the REAA 2008 OPEN HOME | 10am - 10.30am

OPEN HOME | 10.45am - 11.15am

95 Fergusson Street, Rakaia

54 Havelock Street, Allenton

62 & 64 Fergusson Street, Rakaia

• 1012sqm section • Separate titles • Located on the eastern side of the Rakaia township • Option to purchase one section or both

• Spacious 328sqm home with 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Double glazed windows, ducted heatpump and log burner • Large laundry and ample storage throughout the home • Shed approx. 14m x 7m with 3 phase power

Enquiries Over $545,000

$425,000

Enquiries Over $175,000 each

Enquiries Over $825,000

Debbie Boon 027 448 4006

Roberta Counsell 027 228 7843

48B Elizabeth Street, Allenton

1/63 Havelock Street

10 Cavendish Street, Allenton

6 Lane Street, Allenton

Deadline Sale 3pm, 8th April (unless sold Prior)

Price $545,000

Enquiries Over $565,000

Enquiries Over $525,000

Craig Philip 027 952 8722

Debbie Boon 027 448 4006

Mark Williams 027 442 2281

Debbie Boon 027 448 4006

36 Reighton Drive, Allenton

46 Lot 2 McGrath Road, Elgin

23 Company Road, Ashburton

113 Barkers Road, Methven

Enquiries Over $749,000

Price by negotiation

Mark Williams 027 442 2281

Craig Philip 027 952 8722

62A Elizabeth Street, Allenton

• Two generous sized bedrooms plus a third single • Open plan living area and adjoining kitchen • Double garage, internal access • Walking distance to town centre

• Freshly renovated • Two bedrooms • New kitchen • Attached garage

• Great Location • Good sized well fenced yard • Three double bedroom and good sized living area • Tenant of 9 years, reliable and keen to stay

• Four double bedrooms • Three bathrooms • Open plan kitchen, dining and separate lounge • Double garage with internal access

• Two double bedrooms • Open plan layout • Two heatpumps for year round comfort • Double garage with internal access

• Power and fibre to the gate • Quiet laneway • 5,000m2 section • Blank canvas

• Four bedrooms • Eco-friendly log burner and heatpump • Heat transfer system • Double garage with internal access

• Three double bedrooms • Updated heatpump and pellet fire • Generous living area opening to a conservatory. • Double garage

• Four bedrooms plus a rumpus/ games room • A swimming pool which is fully fenced and heated by solar panels • Open plan kitchen and dining • Three car garaging

• Three bedrooms plus a fourth bedroom or office • Open plan living area • Butler's pantry • Main bathroom plus ensuite in master

Enquiries Over, $1,300,000

Price $718,000

Mark Williams 027 442 2281

Ashburton Relax While We Manage Your Real Estate Plans 03 307 4222 326 East Street, Ashburton Riley Claydon-Wade Roberta Counsell Team Administrator

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OPEN HOME/FINAL REMINDER

NEW LISTING

Savvy Buying on the Square

Walk to Town 124A Chalmers Avenue, HAMPSTEAD

This section is the ideal location to build your very own town house. You could enjoy the luxuries of a new home with an easy care section and a short and direct walk to town. This 545m2 section is well suited to a dwelling of approximately 150m2 which is sufficient size for a three bedroom house with two bathrooms and double garage.

The existing single garage and carport could provide the ideal storage/shelter during your house build. Fully fenced and an exclusive driveway will appeal.

By Negotiation

Web ID AUE3248933

8 Mona Square, ASHBURTON

This property will suit many in the market, these properties aren’t available often! Located in a prime position close to the town centre with a picturesque view of popular Mona Square. The home has a large living area, open plan original kitchen and dining room. Two double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, two bathrooms and a sunroom. The double garage has internal access with a large separate laundry. A heat pump, night store and HRV to keep cosy and warm.

OPEN HOME

A Place To Call Home

Don't Dream Too Long!

26 Mitchell Place, NETHERBY

A good solid Summerhill brick home is always a winner. This property is waiting for new owners. If you are looking for a home to make your own, then this property could be the one. This home has an open plan kitchen dining room and separate family lounge plus two heat pumps. Three double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. A modern bathroom, with shower, bath, toilet and vanity. Separate laundry. New hot water cylinder recently installed.

Fully fenced with vege garden, barbecue area and large garage with plenty of room for storage. A must view!

By Negotiation Web ID AUE3209125 View: Saturday, 11.30am - 12 noon

80 Tancred Street, RAKAIA

Here is an opportunity to own a cute two bedroom home, ready for new owners it will appeal to many. Open plan living, new modern kitchen, fabulous laundry and bathroom. Double glazing throughout including a new bifold door that opens for the indoor and outdoor flow to the deck and backyard. Heated with heatpump. Sunny deck, well-maintained gardens and lawns for family and pets. Lined double garage with new garage carpet and power.

OPEN HOME

Allenton Location

Gardener's Paradise

55 Tucker Street, ALLENTON

This beautifully maintained home is located in Allenton. The spacious open plan living and dining area is the heart of the home. Recently painted inside with neutral tones and a pop of colour gives the new buyers time to sit back and enjoy this lovely home. Sliding doors open from the family lounge room out onto the patio, perfect for a morning coffee or relaxing in the evening. Three double bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes. Established gardens and a sizeable section with a

large garage and lean-to off the side for storage. A great location with the convenience of a short walk to all the Allenton amenities plus fabulous Argyle Park walking area. Extremely proud to bring this gorgeous property to the market.

By Negotiation Web ID AUW3261075 View: Thursday, April 14, 5pm - 5.30pm

53 McMurdo Street, TINWALD

If space and tranquillity are important to you then look no further! This lovely four bedroom home is perfectly positioned on a large section and will appeal to many buyers. The kitchen, dining and living areas are all open plan and offer views and access out to the established garden. The master bedroom has its own en suite, walk-in robe and heat pump. An additional heat pump and log burner are in the living room keeping the whole family warm.

First Home Buyers

Chance to Buy a Lovely Home

141 Harland Street, TINWALD

98A Thomson Street, TINWALD

Walking distance to local shops and school. A fabulous opportunity to purchase a home directly Highly recommend you view this property. Don't opposite the Tinwald Primary School. This property delay call now for a viewing. offers you the opportunity to own your own home. Open plan kitchen and living area. Heated by a log burner or the choice of a heat pump. Three double bedrooms plus office, family size deck for entertaining and a large family size conservatory for the summer and winter months which is used as an extra lounge room. 3 1 1 Off-street parking and single car garage on an easy care section. By Negotiation Web ID AUT3254713

Lovely homes like this don't come up very often so don't miss this fabulous size townhouse. Situated on a rear section, this property is ideal for privacy. Spacious open plan living area with modern kitchen and appliances. Living with a sliding door out to the back of the property to enjoy the gardens. Three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, master bedroom has WIR and en suite. Separate laundry, double garage with internal access and auto remote. The morning sun appears in the kitchen living

Outside a garden shed and glasshouse to grow your veges. This desirable Residential A zoning property could be ripe for subdivision and redevelopment. Pure potential here for developers or investors to explore.

Deadline Sale Closing Tuesday, April 19, 2022 Web ID AUE3250412 View: Saturday 10am - 10.30am

A perfect man cave and room for cars and ample off street parking. Located on the west side of Rakaia, the house was relocated recently and positioned beautifully for the sun. This home will appeal to many buyers, so don't waste time, head along to the open home.

Offers Over $465,000 View: Monday, 3.15pm - 3.45pm

Web ID RU3251415

The family bathroom has a bath and separate shower. Offering everything a keen gardener would desire with two garden sheds, summer house, a greenhouse and fruit trees. These features combined with great storage and internal access double garage make this property extra desirable.

Deadline Sale Closing 4pm Thursday, April 28 Web ID AUT3250654 (unless sold prior) View: Thursday, April 14, 5pm - 5.45pm

area and settles in the back of the property in the evening. Room for the keen gardener but not too much to maintain. This home has been freshly painted, double glazed throughout and heated with a heat pump. The ideal property for anyone.

By Negotiation

Web ID AUT3226366

Style and Space

Luxurious Family Oasis

20 Westpark Close, ALLENTON

Don't miss your opportunity to secure this beautiful and very spacious family home. Five bedrooms plus an office, plenty of room here for everyone. Separate lounge, separate laundry and ample storage throughout will all add to your list of positives. An extra high stud amplifies the feeling of space. Gas fire, two heat pumps and under tile heating ensures you are kept toasty warm in the winter months. On a gorgeous manicured garden setting in a

sought after area and amongst other quality homes, this property has it all! Even the family chef will be happy with plumbed-in gas to the barbecue area. These fantastic features combined with a triple car garage with insulated garage doors, it's time to make this home your own.

Offers Over: $875,000

Web ID AUW3183667

40D Carters Road, Allenton

If quality is important to you then look no further! When you step inside this exquisite four bedroom family home you will be instantly enchanted. With an absolutely stunning kitchen complete with butler’s pantry, open plan dining and living plus separate lounge every detail of this beautiful residence has been carefully composed. Two en suites combined with a gorgeously appointed family bathroom, a triple car garage, self-cleaning inground swimming pool, spa pool and outdoor entertaining area, this property is perfectly

Tiny House Anyone?

Calling all Families and Fishermen

This property is subject to completion of survey 22A Albert Street, NETHERBY This one bedroom home is waiting for new owners. and title to be issued. One double bedroom with open plan living area and Don't miss out on this exciting wee opportunity. Make contact and secure a private viewing. old style funky kitchen which has lots of cupboard space. There is a separate bathroom with laundry and toilet. A sunny home with a small deck to relax on and close to Netherby shopping centre. There is room for off-street parking and no gardens 1 1 so very easy care or you can design your own gardens. Offers Over $265,000 Web ID AUE3142721

49 Dolphin Drive, SOUTH RAKAIA HUTS

The Perfect Beginning

Irrigated Bare Land

47 Michael Street, RAKAIA

A fabulous opportunity to secure this wee treasure. The vendors are on the move so don't delay purchasing this lovely sunny home. Close to Rakaia Primary School and walking distance to local shops and doctors rooms. Open plan living space to entertain family and friends all while keeping warm by the log burner. Gas hot water heating. Three bedrooms, two doubles, one single. The bathroom has shower, toilet and vanity. Lovely bungalow features are stained wood panelling in the hallway and some lead light glass windows in two

bedrooms. There is a good size storage shed on the property. The property is fully fenced with ample room for motorhomes, trailers and extra vehicles or more sheds. A couple of fruit trees and vege planter including a lovely tree out back to relax under during the summer months. This could be the one.

Offers Over $385,000

Web ID RU3233052

If you love the outdoors, you will love this property. With fishing and white baiting right at your doorstep and the sounds of the waves crashing in the distance you will be instantly enchanted! This spacious family home is the perfect place for relaxing and unwinding. The large modern kitchen with walk-in pantry and all the mod-cons will satisfy everyone’s hunger. With three bedrooms, master with en suite and a separate lounge room complete with pull-down bed there is room for everyone.

868 Winchmore Dromore Road

Situated in the heart of Winchmore district, only 8km northwest of Ashburton, this desirable property offers many options for the astute buyer. Irrigated with water from the Ashburton Lyndhurst Irrigation scheme which is delivered pressurised to the property. This water is applied by two pivot irrigators. Currently farmed as part of a dairy farm, with this land being mainly within the dairy platform and part for winter feed kale crop. This land is suited to a range of farming

primed for entertaining. The workmanship and materials in this property would be difficult to duplicate in the current market. Do not hesitate in viewing this property. Your expectations will be exceeded!

By Negotiation Web ID AUW3232969 Viewing: By appointment only

The main family bathroom has a tiled shower plus a large separate laundry as well as an additional store room. With extensive hardwood decking complete with glass balustrade and the in-ground spa pool this is the ideal home or party place. Positioned on a quiet easy-care section this property was one family’s dream. Now make it yours.

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1 Web ID RU2942686

opportunities. Currently being subdivided providing a larger 59ha title from the existing 82ha title. Ideal to add to an existing farming business or build your new home and enjoy the magnificent view of the mountains and lease out the land.

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Web ID AR3248983

Options are Endless

The Total Package

First Home or Investment?

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75 & 79 Chertsey Line Road, CHERTSEY

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102 Alford Forest Road, ALLENTON

18 Davidson Street, ALLENTON

Currently used as a residence this property provides endless options. The current zoning of Business A permits many uses from retail, hospitality, community, residential and commercial activities including visitor accommodation. This two storey building provides up to eight upstairs bedrooms and large bar and lounge downstairs. Comprised of two titles with spacious grounds, swimming pool and excellent storage sheds. By Negotiation

Web ID CU3029266

The property comprises a total of 108ha subdivided into separate titles including seven x 8ha bare land blocks with superb mountain views and a larger 52ha title This irrigated property comprises good fertile deep silt soils on the upper terrace and lighter soils highly suited for irrigation on the lower terrace. All options available with the opportunity to purchase individual titles or all eight titles.

By Negotiation

Web ID AR3079075

Solid, three bedroom home with north facing open plan kitchen, dining and living area. Doors open from living area to a wooden deck that gets morning and afternoon sun. Aluminium double glazed windows and new carpet to all bedrooms. Property is in the process of being subdivided to a convenient size section of 746m2 and a double garage to be repositioned on site. Immediate possession is available.

This four bedroom home is a king size opportunity to own a large family home in Allenton. Good size kitchen with pantry, family room and open plan dining room with sliding doors onto a private covered deck. Three bedrooms upstairs, en suite, office, bathroom and separate toilet. Double bedroom downstairs, toilet and laundry. Double car garage, family size backyard.

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Winchmore 1763 Pole Road

Lifestyle with all the extras

This high-quality home set on 3.368 hectares at picturesque Winchmore has it all. Generously proportioned and designed for superb comfort, this Oamaru stone block home offers five spacious double bedrooms and four bathrooms. On the ground floor, the well-appointed kitchen adjoins a sunny tiled dining room and spacious living area with a freestanding log burner plus there's a second lounge allowing extra space to relax, cosy up or entertain around the open fire. The large office provides the perfect work from home environment or HQ for a home-based business. Also essential to a family home in a country setting is the mud room and separate laundry. The house is perfectly positioned for sun and views to the Southern Alps, and multiple sets of french and stacker doors provide an effortless flow to the sun drenched patio.

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 28 Apr 2022 201 West Street, Ashburton Phone for viewing times Mike Preston 027 430 7041 Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087

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Allenton 299 Racecourse Road 8.998ha

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 21 Apr 2022 View by appointment Mike Preston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Top lifestyle in the town belt Superbly presented within minutes of town, this four-bedroom home is primed for year-round comfort with a log fire, heat pump air conditioning, underfloor heating in the entranceway and ensuite bathroom plus double glazing throughout. The freshly renovated kitchen combines style with modern functionality with ample storage and acres of bench space. Effortless indoor-outdoor flow from the living areas to the sun-soaked patio surrounded by flower gardens and established trees. A large shed with five open bays and one lockable workshop complete this lifestyle package.

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Allenton 3 Bennett Place 4

For Sale offers invited over $855,000 View Sat 1-1.30pm or by appointment Mick Hydes 027 437 9696 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Executive home Lovely and private on a rear section adjacent to the Allenton Primary School, this home is immaculate in every sense, inside and out. The four bedroom plus office home is situated in the sought after Allenton area and offers timeless appeal and generous proportions. The single level design promotes ease of living in the open plan layout which flows seamlessly to the alfresco dining and entertaining area on the private patio. A separate lounge adjoins the living space, along with an office, whilst the bedrooms are located off a central passage. The master has a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, plus a sliding door onto the patio for ease of access to the spa pool.

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Ashburton 132 Burnett Street 909sqm Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 28 Apr 2022 201 West Street, Ashburton View by appointment Ray Knight 027 434 0139 ray.knight@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Central Ashburton office building Perfectly positioned in the heart of Ashburton's CBD are these attractive and modern office premises. Recently refurbished with an extension added in 2013, this building could present the perfect opportunity to occupy or tenant and enjoy the returns. With an NBS rating of 67%, the property is currently leased for $85,500 plus GST plus outgoings until the end of June 2022. Included with the property are six off-street carparks and there is plenty of on-road parking for clients. Vendors are willing to entertain options of a lease.

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Hampstead 26 Nelson Street 2

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 3pm, Wed 20 Apr 2022 201 West Street, Ashburton View Sat 11-11.45am or by appointment Mick Hydes 027 437 9696 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

As is where is Fantastic opportunity here to renovate, remove or develop the cottage on this 622sqm (more or less) section in the heart of Hampstead. The 75sqm cottage built in the early 1900s consists of two bedrooms and a sunroom plus a lounge, dining area, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry. The cottage is heated by a heat pump and has an HRV system installed. Single garaging is provided, as is a small shed. Conveniently located near Hampstead Primary School and several preschools. Whatever your plans may be, come and take a look and see if this could be your next project.

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Allenton 8 Windsor Street 2

For Sale offers invited over $415,000 Sam Gregory 021 0283 8791 sam.gregory@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Quaint and quiet Constructed in the 1950s, this 90sqm weatherboard home is set on a 761sqm section and provides ample opportunity for adding value by rejuvenating to your liking or leaving as is and enjoying all that this home has to offer. Offering two double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, shared family bathroom and separate toilet. The kitchen and dining layout is open plan and heated by a heat pump. Separate laundry with plenty of storage, and a single car garage with carport. The patio at the rear of the home can be covered by a removable shade sail and the section is very generous and includes a garden/utility shed. There is a copious amount of space to grow your own vegetables or keep as easy maint

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Methven 73 South Belt 700sqm

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 3pm, Thu 28 Apr 2022 View Sat 11.30am-12pm & Wed 5.30-6pm or by appointment Maree Firth 027 542 1364 maree.firth@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

All the charm all the privacy Located on a generous 700sqm freehold section, this beautiful home is ready for its new owners. This private haven has modern conveniences aplenty whilst keeping that lovely character charm. Comfortable and thoroughly inviting, this lovely home features four great size bedrooms. Modernised bathroom has a separate bath and shower plus toilet and is on gas hot water. In addition there is a separate second toilet. In the living room the log burner offers a fantastic heating solution for those chilly Methven days and nights. An updated kitchen that flows through to the dining area has beautiful wooden floors. The home sits on the outskirts of town on a back section and borders a farm.

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Methven 13 Memorial Crescent 805sqm Price by Negotiation View by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

All the hard work is done Artist's impression

Generous sun soaked 805sqm (approx) section in Camrose estate is titled, development levy paid and is ready to go. Located within easy reach of the Opuke hot pools and the Methven cafes and restaurants. This section offers a lovely outlook and views of the surrounding mountains with all day sun to the back of the section for all those long summer evenings. Plans have been approved for a four bedroom 220sqm home on the section, all you need to do is call a builder and get the ball rolling or alternatively design your own home, either way, this easy build site is well worth considering. For more information on this property, call now.

Artist's impression

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Methven 18 Gleniffer Place 731sqm

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387 rosa.dekker@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Stress free option Artist's impression

Fast taking shape on the quiet Gleniffer Place within Camrose Estate, this under construction architecturally designed home has been planned to effortlessly facilitate contemporary lifestyles. The spacious single level layout will be immediately appealing with a three-metre ceiling stud throughout the open plan kitchen and living areas creating a wonderful spacious, light area that ensures gatherings can be carried out with ease. The clever design has created stacker doors leading off this open plan area to two Kwila decked outdoor spaces allowing you to chase the all-day sun.

bayleys.co.nz/5518121 Artist's impression

Artist's impression

NEW LISTING

Methven

Windwhistle

810sqm

670sqm

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

For Sale offers invited over $287,000 View by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

Lot 84 Camrose Estate

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Lot 34/623 Coleridge Road

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Easy build Camrose Estate section

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Build your dreams at Terrace Downs

Sitting in the heart of Camrose Estate is this flat and easy build 810sqm (approx.) site. Build your dream home to capture all-day sun and maximise the mountain view corridors. Enjoy being just a short walk to the Methven town centre and amenities and adjacent to the Opuke hot pools. Wander to town for coffee and brunch and pop in for a soak in the hot pools on the way home.

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If a peaceful setting appeals to you, then you must view this vacant land area. Located within a magnificent rural setting, this 670sqm section (more or less) is surrounded by established planting. This is the ideal piece of land to build your dream home or holiday house on. Services are available for connection at the boundary. Boundary lines are indicative only

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Methven 6 Inky Lord Lane 2,457sqm Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 28 Apr 2022 201 West Street, Ashburton View by appointment Mike Preston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Excellent mountain views This large 2,457sqm section is in the highly sought-after Equus Park subdivision. Excellent mountain views and building platforms ensure this is an ideal blank canvas to build your home. Power, water, septic and fibre are all available at the boundary, title was issued in late 2021. The section is located in the perfect spot for all recreational activities, such as Mt Hutt ski field, Mt Hutt Bike Park and Rakaia Gorge Walkway. Relax at the end of the day in the Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa a mere minutes walk away. Ideal for first home buyers, families looking for more space, or investors looking to build in a progressive town. Boundary lines are indicative only

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Mayfield Lot 1 Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road 5,425sqm

For Sale offers invited over $490,000 View by appointment Mike Preston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

A new lease on life Recently relocated from Christchurch to Mayfield this newly refurbished home is the perfect place to make your own. Renovated from top to toe, offering three bedrooms and one bathroom. The kitchen faces to the North West, making the most of the fantastic mountain views on offer and soaking up all day sun. The central lounge is heated by a log burner and is the perfect place to host friends and family. The home has been re wired, re plumbed, and painted as well as new carpet throughout and a new roof overhead. All the hard work has been completed and this property is ready to be enjoyed by its new owners. Please note land area is subject to final survey.

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Tinwald 39 Johnstone Street

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Allenton 2 McElrea Place

Open Home

Cosy, cute and close to town

Perfection rarely available

More room for you

Magical McElrea

A perfect opportunity exists here for a first home buyer, investor or someone downsizing to purchase this private and rear townhouse. Offering three double bedrooms, open plan kitchen/dining/living with sliding door access to a private outdoor area. Large separate laundry and toilet. With new carpet and paint throughout, this home is ready and waiting for its new owner.

Beautifully designed by Bill Skews and immaculately presented, this exceptional home represents the finest of executive living in a soughtafter location. Built in 2009 by Des Miller, and set on a 570sqm private rear section, this home will offer peace of mind for years to come. A beautifully positioned kitchen overlooks the dining/living area.

Spread your wings in this four bedroom home with open plan living area set to catch the sun. Master bedroom has ensuite, and three other good sized rooms. Handy location close to the Tinwald shopping centre and school. 809sqm section with plenty of space in the back yard with a BBQ area, garden shed along with an excellent double garage.

Perfect family living awaits in this gorgeous home located in a peaceful Allenton cul-de-sac. This home has had extensive renovation throughout with lovely new kitchen, flowing to dining area and a lovely big lounge, both areas leading to a sunny patio area. Four double bedrooms, all with good storage plus a new bathroom. With new paint, LED lights, insulation throughout.

For Sale Buyers $392,000+ View Sat 16 Apr 10.00 - 10.30am Web pb.co.nz/AU11584

Deadline Sale closes 4.00pm Fri 29 Apr 2022 View Sat 16 Apr 10.45 - 11.15am Web pb.co.nz/AU101147

For Sale Buyers $440,000+ View Sat 16 Apr 11.00 - 11.30am Web pb.co.nz/AU12606

For Sale Buyers $535,000+ View Sat 16 Apr 11.30 - 12.00pm Web pb.co.nz/AU100927

Netherby 5 Kitchener Street

Ashburton 49 Glassworks Road

Open Home

Four beds and four cars

Club Med @ home As the automated gates open and welcome you home your 2010 built 334m2 home bids you to disconnect from work and reconnect to your family. Centrally sited in a manicured garden landscape the home design wants you to throw open the ceiling to floor stacker sliders and let the outdoors in for that easy relaxed lifestyle. Much thought has gone into this setting.

For Sale Buyers $380,000+ View Sat 16 Apr 11.30 - 12.00pm Web pb.co.nz/AU100098

Tender closes 3.00pm Thu 12 May 2022 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AL101562

Ashburton 113 Taits Road

New Listing

An opportunity not to be missed. A solid four bedroom home with separate lounge, two double garages (both with power) all situated on a corner section. Compliant log burner, separate bathroom, laundry and toilet. A wonderful opportunity to secure a family home and with possibly some redecoration make it "your home".

New Listing

2.11 ha - Lifestyle masterpiece

Located in NE Ashburton the rear 2.11-hectare title provides a park like setting with the space and shelter that contribute to a delightful lifestyle with a sense of peace and serenity. Featuring a stylish 300sqm architecturally designed double storey quality home built by Master Builder-Des Millar Construction which is situated on an expansive section with mature established low maintenance gardens, trees and manicured lawns. The quality home built in 1996 has been lovingly maintained with the attention to detail and skilled workmanship still evident with quality fixtures and fittings employed and added throughout.

Deadline Sale closes Tuesday 17th May, 2022 at 12.00pm, (unless sold prior) View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AR101013

Mount Somers 74 Hoods Road

Ashburton Forks 1931 Ashburton Staveley Road

New Listing

Grand designs Mt Somers-charm & character Located within the Mt Somers village, nestled in the Mid Canterbury foothills is this amazing historical church and land opportunity. Formerly known as "St Teresa's of the Little Flowers", the vendors have lovingly developed with an entire re-roof, skylights, electrical upgrade and external painting while retaining the character, charm and design features that ordinary homes almost never have. Our vendors vision for developing the church has been documented into inspiring concept plans and a change of direction has left open the door for a buyer to secure this property and make it their own.

Deadline Sale closes Thursday 12th May, 2022 at 12.00pm, (unless sold prior) View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AL13169

229.4 ha - Central irrigated arable/dairy support

Methven 337 Reynolds Road

Murray Young 027 434 0942

204.1006 ha - Greenvale Pastures Greenvale Pastures is an inter-generational farm that the vendors have carefully developed and nurtured into a high quality intensive arable, dairy support/livestock property. The farm combines its natural resources, climatic conditions with leading edge technology and excellent infrastructure to place it at the forefront of NZ and worldwide nutrient, environmental sustainability, irrigation and arable best practice. With proprietary seed contracts planted and in place plus arable and nutrient IP this is a leading farm that stands apart.

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Tender closes 12.00pm, Fri 22nd Apr, 2022 (unless sold prior) View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AR99033

For Sale By Negotiation + GST (if any) A quality versatile pivot irrigated intensive arable/dairy support farm in a central location. A good performer over many years underpinned by the mostly strong soils View By appointment and well water with pivots. The Vendors have been chosen to grow a broad variety Web pb.co.nz/AR101203 of vegetable seed, grass seed and brassica seed crops. Well laned for good access. Excellent larger family home, full range of buildings and 560 tonne of grain storage.

Kirsty Clay 027 308 7557

Mel Perriton 022 175 0780

Chris Murdoch 027 434 2545

Karen McRae 027 436 4146

Greg Jopson 027 447 4382

Leah Harrison 027 737 2489

Paul Cunneen 027 432 3382

Hamish Niles 027 435 6265

Gemma Guild 021 901 882

Paddy Strange 027 491 5259

Robert Harnett 027 432 3562

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NEW LISTING

WINSLOW 72 Winslow Willowby Road

WILLOWBY 54 Longbeach Road

DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY

Outdoor Entertainers Dream!

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Character, Charisma, Charm! Minutes from Town

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Large five bedroom home of approximately 288m2 on 2ha, less than 7km from town Double garage with internal access. Additional 2-bay shed with concrete floor and power Generous well-manicured lawn, easy care gardens and two raised vege gardens Heated self-cleaning salt water in-ground swimming pool and hot springs spa, fully fenced Exposed aggregate, private and sheltered outdoor entertaining area with stunning fireplace Four paddocks, fenced with post and netting with hydrants in each plus cattle yards

247m2 single level executive home on 8ha Lovely four bedroom solid brick home with office and two living areas • Located 4km south of Ashburton, minutes from town with its own bore • Wonderful easy care property with raised vege gardens, multiple coloursteel sheds and combined cattle/sheep yards • Well subdivided into 7 paddocks with permanent electric fencing and shelter on 3 boundaries • Ready to downsize but not ready for town living yet? This one's for you! Offers invited over $1.275M (plus GST if any)

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8 Birkett Street, Temuka

Family Home

Offers Over $520,000

Offers Over $430,000

OPEN HOME Saturday 1.45pm - 2.15pm

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26 Allnatt Street, Temuka

Subdivision Potential

Monday

Large section with a two bedroom home within walking distance to town. You need to view to look at the options this property could offer, it could suit a range of buyers. This 1012m2 section is potentially ripe for subdivision (subject to TDC consents). Explore your options today.

Price $290,000

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Hut 34, Rangitata Huts

OPEN HOME

Sunshine and Views

Escape your hectic lifestyle, enjoy your weekends at Rangitata. This home has views over farm-land to the distant hills, stunning sunsets! New carpet and drapes, this is fully furnished. The garage houses the two 4 wheel bikes that come with the deal. Timaru District Council Lease applies. Maximum 180 day occupancy per year.

Monday

You will really enjoy your holidays and weekends here. Hanging out on the beach, fishing or riding a 4-wheeler on the beach, or simply chilling out on a deck chair with a book. Total relaxation and stress-free fun. Timaru district Council Lease Applies Maximum 180-day occupancy per year.

Murray Blogg 0274 324 253

Hut 45 Rangitata Huts

The Kiwi Dream

Relaxation, fresh sea breeze, nature, fishing, beach walking . . . are these on your bucket list? This bach offers you space – large living room with a pellet fire to keep you warm, hand-made kitchen – one double bedroom with plenty of wardrobe space. This bach also has some work to finish. Plenty of undercover storage.

Offers Over $131,000

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OPEN HOME Monday 11.20am - 11.40am

Offers Over $169,000

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Hut 110, Rangitata Huts

Price $160,000

OPEN HOME Saturday 2.30pm - 3pm

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Quality on King

Looks good, feels good and now waiting for a new family to enjoy all the benefits this property has to offer. The generous kitchendining-living flows into the sunny lounge, the 3 double bedrooms have great storage and a wet floor bathroom with a second toilet. New carpet and drapes. Double garage plus a single with a high door.

Looking for a family home, investment, or first home? You need to check this property situated within walking distance to town. Three bedrooms, kitchen, dining/lounge. Free standing fire and a heatpump, large family section (possible subdivision). Double access, 3 car garage. Tenant in place if looking for an investment.

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323 King Street, Temuka

03 615 9462

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